Since its opening in 1982, Summer Palace has stood at the forefront of Cantonese fine dining in Singapore. Located at Conrad Singapore Orchard, the One-MICHELIN-Starred restaurant remains one of the country’s most revered Chinese dining venues, having held its star since first entering the Singapore Michelin Guide in 2017. At the helm of the kitchen […]
Club Bâtard, the Hong Kong-born private members’ club renowned for its access to gourmets, curated events, and exceptional wine selection at retail prices, has announced its first expansion beyond the city with a new clubhouse at Cha House in Jing’an, Shanghai. Membership applications are open, with the club scheduled to open later this year. Club […]
After eight years of serving hearty meals and warm memories, Famous Treasure has announced that its final day of operation will be 31 July 2026. The decision, described by management as difficult, comes upon the conclusion of the restaurant’s current lease. Since opening its doors in July 2018, the restaurant has grown into more than […]
On Sunday 14 June 2026, Paris will host the second edition of the Paris Tea Festival at Maison Internationale at the Cité Internationale Universitaire de Paris (17 Boulevard Jourdan, 75014 Paris), turning the city into a true paradise for tea lovers. Founded by Tea Sommelier María Kockmann, this event gathers tea houses, producers, ceramicists, and artisans from all over the world, offering […]
Eric Boissenot is the “Grape Descendant” of Bordeaux’s most illustrious legacy of wine consultants. It began with Emile Peynaud (1912-2004), aided by his student Jacques Boissenot (1938-2014). When the good professor retired, Boissenot set up his own laboratory and their clients followed him. Jacques Boissenot (a black belt judoka) chose his son Eric – who […]
Marselan was born in 1961 when grape scientist Paul Truel (1924-2014) successfully crossed Cabernet Sauvignon with Grenache in the south of France. In spite of its dual parentage, Marselan exhibits more the DNA of Grenache rather than Cabernet (like some children who resemble more of one, rather than a combination of both, parents). A tell-tale […]
The Yanjing region – including Zuogong, Basu and Zayu – has nurtured grapevines since the Tubo period (618–842 AD), when local wines were prized as tribute. By the mid‑19th century, French missionaries brought their own varieties and techniques, merging with indigenous practices to create a unique winemaking heritage. In 2009, Tibetan LUOSONG Ciren established Tibet […]
At Andō, a 1‑star Michelin restaurant in Hong Kong, General Manager & Wine Director Carlito Chiu moves between tables pouring world‑class wines. But in his view, a true sommelier is much more than that. His dedication has just earned him his latest honour. At the recently concluded Tatler Best Hong Kong & Macau 2026 Awards, […]
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Ninth‑Generation Lilian Barton Sartorius (middle), together with her children Mélanie (left) and Damien, is the custodian of the Barton Family estates. At the 200th Anniversary Party of Chateau Leoville Barton on 21 April 2026, the Barton Family released an anniversary label for the 2026 vintage. This year, 2026, marks two centuries since the Barton Family […]
