Baccarat

Poker star Phil Ivey accused of cheating at baccarat

17 May 2013

A major casino operator is accusing one of the world's top professional poker players, Phil Ivey, of amassing millions of dollars in winnings by cheating at a London baccarat game. Court papers...

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Variety show

2 Nov 2012

Jaime Hayon's prolific body of fantastical work includes furniture, art, interiors, shoes, ceramics and installations. Here we highlight a selection of his collaborations…

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British casino refuses to pay poker star Phil Ivey his baccarat winnings

8 Oct 2012

One of the world's top professional poker players has been denied £7.3 million (HK$91.32 million) in gambling winnings from Britain's oldest gaming club, reports said, as it investigates possible...

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Casino's honour is just a house of cards

23 Aug 2012

It's probably sensible to stay away from casinos in general, but it's definitely a good idea to stay away from the Golden Nugget in particular, in light of its refusal to pay out in full US$1.5...

9:13AM

Michael Wong's latest brand collaboration is crystal clear as he teams with Chateau Baccarat

1 May 2012

Michael Wong Man-tak is on a roll. These days the actor-singer is more often seen at product launches than film premieres, especially since he launched his MW label.

1:54PM

French sommelier's 'universal' wine glasses pass taste test at L'Atelier de Joel Robuchon dinner

18 Apr 2012

Nay-sayers may be sceptical about a universal wine glass that can indeed enhance the aroma and reveal the richness and complexity of your vino.

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Opinion

Michael Cox

The last straw for Terry Wong?

2:53PM

Jake Van Der Kamp

iBonds are little help in easing inflation and a bad bet financially

3:55AM

For your Valentine

Baccarat crystal heart paperweight, HK$1,400, from Lane Crawford Home Store, Pacific Place, Admiralty, tel: 2118 3668.

Angel pepper pot, HK$220, from I.D., Prince's Building,...

7:11AM

New Year Dragons

Tibetan carpet, price on request, from Altfield Gallery, Prince's Building, tel: 2537 6370.

Dragon dance print (circa 1882), HK$1,000, from Picture This, Prince's Building, tel:...

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Style

What: Chevaux du vent wall platter

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CRYSTAL ON DISPLAY

Wing Tai teamed up with Baccarat to hold an exhibition of the French crystal manufacturer's works at Forfar. More than 700 guests were able to appreciate about 40 pieces worth more than HK$3.5...

12:19AM

Collection gains inspiration from history

The extraordinary sparkle and beauty of Baccarat's latest crystal objet d'art collection are at their most alluring when displayed against the floor-to-ceiling windows at the luxurious residences...

12:06AM

Baccarat crystal adds lustre to private viewing

Wing Tai Properties and SCMP Marketing Services teamed up to present 'A Baccarat Crystal Spectacular' featuring the French company's latest crystal collections at the luxurious No2 Forfar...

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