https://www.scmp.com/rss/322836/feed Hill Choi Lee is a commissioning editor at SCMP’s Specialist Publications covering business and lifestyle. Prior to joining SCMP, she wrote on Southeast Asia’s financial and corporate legal markets in Hong Kong, and was previously digital editor covering environmental stories in London. Hill Choi speaks four languages, has a Master’s degree in international law with international relations and a Bachelor’s degree in communication and media studies. en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com Lee Hill-choi Lee Hill-choi Macau has long been a city of intersections – East and West, old and new, tradition and reinvention. As a Unesco Creative City of Gastronomy, it is now staking a claim to another kind of convergence: a place where world-class fine dining and genuine environmental responsibility are not in tension, but in lockstep. That ambition takes centre stage at this year’s International Cities of Gastronomy Fest, which for the first time extends beyond Fisherman’s Wharf into a new satellite venue in the... https://www.scmp.com/native/lifestyle/100-top-tables/topics/100-top-tables-cities-gastronomy/article/3348524/macaus-culinary-festival-highlights-luxury-dining-alongside-sustainability?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/lifestyle/100-top-tables/topics/100-top-tables-cities-gastronomy/article/3348524/macaus-culinary-festival-highlights-luxury-dining-alongside-sustainability?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:00:30 +0000 Lee Hill-choi Lee Hill-choi Art Basel Hong Kong is the catalyst for multiple events across the city every spring. The final stretch of the month brings Art Week – and this year, the calendar beyond the main fair is more compelling than ever. From edible art to landmark retrospectives, street murals to archival treasures, here’s what not to miss. HKWalls Street Art Festival Until March 29 Now in its 11th edition, HKWalls transforms the Central and Western district into an open-air gallery with murals by international and... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3347832/hong-kong-art-week-beyond-art-basel-art-central-street-art-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3347832/hong-kong-art-week-beyond-art-basel-art-central-street-art-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 25 Mar 2026 07:00:58 +0000 Lee Hill-choi Lee Hill-choi The value of the global collectibles sector is set to reach US$484.6 billion by the close of 2025, according to the “Collectibles Industry Report (2024–2034)”, published by Market Decipher – indicating an annual growth rate of 9.2 per cent. The report says that this boom is fuelled by millennial and Gen Z collectors turning passion into portfolios. But in a world where collectibles such as rare whisky, blue-chip art and vintage timepieces are prized as much for their stories as their yields, the... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/special-reports/topics/wealth-alternative-investments/article/3332741/why-vetting-collectibles-so-important-amid-booming-market-fine-art-whisky-and-watches?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/special-reports/topics/wealth-alternative-investments/article/3332741/why-vetting-collectibles-so-important-amid-booming-market-fine-art-whisky-and-watches?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 27 Nov 2025 21:00:10 +0000 Lee Hill-choi Lee Hill-choi Spices fill the air in Macau’s bustling markets, hinting at a legacy that transcends mere flavour. For centuries, traders ferried turmeric, cloves, cassia and cardamom to and through the city’s harbours, their precious cargo shaping not only cuisines but also the health of the community. When Portuguese ships first sailed into Macau laden with exotic spices, they brought remedies as well as new tastes. Cinnamon warmed the body, ginger soothed nausea and dried mandarin peel aided digestion. Macau... https://www.scmp.com/specialist-publications/special-reports/topics/100-top-tables-cities-gastronomy/article/3320702/how-spice-made-its-way-portuguese-sailors-macaus-kitchens-and-medicine-cabinets?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/specialist-publications/special-reports/topics/100-top-tables-cities-gastronomy/article/3320702/how-spice-made-its-way-portuguese-sailors-macaus-kitchens-and-medicine-cabinets?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 18 Aug 2025 22:00:09 +0000 Lee Hill-choi Lee Hill-choi Walk down Rua da Alfândega and you hear Tagalog. You smell garlic, vinegar and pork frying on stoves. You see queues outside bakeries and canteens serving unfamiliar treats. Here, in the heart of Macau, the Filipino community has built a home. Filipinos are Macau’s largest non-Chinese nationality. It was estimated earlier this year that close to 31,000 live and work in the city, making up about 4.5 per cent of the total population. Many are domestic workers. Others are teachers, musicians,... https://www.scmp.com/specialist-publications/lifestyle/100-top-tables/topics/100-top-tables-cities-gastronomy/article/3319220/taste-philippines-macau-bold-flavours-and-community?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/specialist-publications/lifestyle/100-top-tables/topics/100-top-tables-cities-gastronomy/article/3319220/taste-philippines-macau-bold-flavours-and-community?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 12 Aug 2025 10:15:08 +0000 Read more of SCMP’s Good Schools Guide Provision for children’s special educational needs (SEN) in Hong Kong has steadily improved over the years. Given the city has an estimated 57,000 students with special educational needs, this isn’t before time. In the financial year of 2018-2019, the Hong Kong government budgeted around HK$3.2 billion for special education, according to Legco figures. While the local system includes many specialised schools that provide a solid education and support for... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/education/article/3183648/supporting-hong-kong-students-special-educational-needs?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/education/article/3183648/supporting-hong-kong-students-special-educational-needs?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 25 Jul 2022 04:00:10 +0000 One of Asia’s most cosmopolitan destinations, Hong Kong is a city continuing to develop itself into a regional education hub. Already, some of its universities are ranked among the best educational institutions in the region – not to mention the world. The city has also often been seen as a blend of East and West, creating a diversified culture – with pockets of authentic local culture – that draws an international community. As a premier financial hotspot in the Asia-Pacific region, with close... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3160932/hong-kong-polyu-and-others-adapt-their-master-finance-courses-mix?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3160932/hong-kong-polyu-and-others-adapt-their-master-finance-courses-mix?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 24 Jan 2022 02:00:20 +0000 As the global economy was thrown into chaos last year due to the raging pandemic, it was unsurprising that investor confidence nosedived. Companies large and small alike, across numerous industries, were hit by a sudden and sustained lack of customers – with a few exceptions, such as tech company Zoom, whose teleconferencing business soared to new heights as the world found an urgent need for its services. With entire countries in lockdown for the largest part of 2020, start-ups had to quickly... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/singapore-national-day-2021/article/3144349/startup-sgs?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/singapore-national-day-2021/article/3144349/startup-sgs?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 09 Aug 2021 06:04:20 +0000 Art Basel Hong Kong returns for its 2021 edition featuring an array of modern and contemporary artworks by established and emerging artists. The fair, which is being held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, introduces Art Basel Live: Hong Kong, a digital initiative to highlight exhibitors’ international visibility. Asia’s largest art festival this year will showcase 104 exhibitors from 23 countries and territories across three sections: Galleries, Insights and Discoveries.  Art... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/3133920/art-basel-hong-kong-everything-you-need-know-about-asias-largest?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/3133920/art-basel-hong-kong-everything-you-need-know-about-asias-largest?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 19 May 2021 02:00:20 +0000 Hong Kong business magnate and billionaire Li Ka-shing’s net worth – according to Forbes – currently hovers around the US$34 billion mark. Previously chairman of CK Hutchison Holdings and CK Asset Holdings, “Superman Li”, as he is known in Hong Kong, stayed on as senior adviser after retiring in May 2018. But it’s clear that taking a step back hasn’t meant stepping out of the game. Li’s penchant for tech investments has helped him maintain his title as Hong Kong’s richest man despite his empire... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3125454/li-ka-shing-tech-investment-genius-hong-kong-billionaire?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3125454/li-ka-shing-tech-investment-genius-hong-kong-billionaire?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 15 Mar 2021 05:12:16 +0000 Hong Kong’s professional education scene continues to be rated among the world’s best, and the city’s universities are among the highest-ranked in Asia. The SAR is a highly sought-after destination not only for business itself but also business education. Its international reputation as Asia’s financial hub, plus a growing global distinction for academic excellence, has drawn an increasing number of senior executives to its business schools. However, 2020, with the ongoing global pandemic, has... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/education/article/3117912/amid-covid-19-pandemic-hong-kongs-top-institutions-rethink?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/education/article/3117912/amid-covid-19-pandemic-hong-kongs-top-institutions-rethink?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 15 Jan 2021 09:12:34 +0000 The complementary nature of Causeway Bay and Happy Valley has long been a source of much appeal to luxury property investors. Bustling Causeway Bay is best known as Hong Kong Island’s biggest shopping district. Dotted around Times Square are couture brands like Chanel, Dior and Burberry; venture towards mega department store SOGO and you will find many boutique shops in the upper levels of Causeway Bay’s commercial buildings. A short tram ride away from Causeway Bay lies Happy Valley, where the... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3111407/causeway-bay-and-happy-valley-top-draws-those-seeking-shopping-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3111407/causeway-bay-and-happy-valley-top-draws-those-seeking-shopping-and?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 27 Nov 2020 02:30:13 +0000 From millionaires on The Peak to expat professionals setting up home in the Mid-Levels, this neighbourhood bordering Hong Kong’s business hubs, Central and Admiralty, is highly sought after by those looking for calm and tranquillity but with easy access to all the action on Hong Kong Island. The Mid-Levels stretch all the way from Western Hong Kong across the top of Central to Happy Valley. The area has an abundance of greenery, with walking trails and historical sites, quaint cafes and a wide... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3111406/peak-and-mid-levels-elite-living-some-most-prestigious-addresses?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3111406/peak-and-mid-levels-elite-living-some-most-prestigious-addresses?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 27 Nov 2020 02:00:15 +0000 Headlines reverberated across the globe when Thailand crowned its new king in May 2019. King Maha Vajiralongkorn (officially known as King Rama X) is listed as the richest royal in the world with an estimated net worth of US$43 billion, according to reports. He is substantially wealthier than the second richest family in Thailand. While most of the tycoons who top Forbes’ “Thailand’s 50 Richest List” have long histories in the country, some are self-made. Here are the families and individuals... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3082158/5-thai-billionaires-who-top-countrys-rich-list-long-way?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3082158/5-thai-billionaires-who-top-countrys-rich-list-long-way?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 30 Apr 2020 22:00:10 +0000 When businesses have the potential to grow big, savvy businessmen know that a strategic location for a headquarters base can make all the difference. A good number of Indian tycoons have looked abroad to build their empires and these days, they are among some of the wealthiest among their countrymen. Here are a few of India’s business giants who have taken up residence abroad to grow their wealth. Lakshmi Mittal Net worth: US$8.8 billion* Residence: London 5 of Mukesh Ambani’s surprising... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3081686/lakshmi-mittal-and-4-other-indian-billionaires-who?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3081686/lakshmi-mittal-and-4-other-indian-billionaires-who?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 27 Apr 2020 05:26:28 +0000 South Korea has its fair share of billionaires. Earlier this year, Business Insider reported South Korea ranked in the top 10 of places with the most billionaires in the world. It’s ahead of its Asian neighbours, Japan and Taiwan, and Switzerland and France in the West; and behind China, India and Hong Kong, as well as Western nations such as the US, UK, Russia and Germany. The number of billionaires tallies around 45; here we take a look at the top five richest South Koreans shaping the... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3080818/who-are-south-koreas-5-richest-billionaires?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3080818/who-are-south-koreas-5-richest-billionaires?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 21 Apr 2020 10:00:13 +0000 South Korea’s Hyundai Motor Group was the first global car manufacturer to halt production outside China after the Covid-19 pandemic led to lockdowns preventing he delivery of parts. K-drama loves chaebols – but who are Korea’s real-life business heirs? At the helm of this company sits Chung Mong-koo, Hyundai’s 82-year-old chairman, who will be inducted into the Automotive Hall of Fame in Detroit – the industry’s top honour – as part of the class of 2020, on July 23. Chung is the first Korean to... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3079249/why-hyundais-billionaire-chairman-chung-mong-koo-known?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3079249/why-hyundais-billionaire-chairman-chung-mong-koo-known?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 13 Apr 2020 18:00:16 +0000 Stuck indoors as a result of government-enforced social distancing, the importance of online engagement becomes ever more important. Not only for online social activities but for many in the commercial industry this is a vital vein to stay connected and keep the economy going. India, with its vast land mass and a population of almost 1.4 billion, is a hotbed for tech start-ups in the Asia-Pacific region. Take a look at some of the country’s most prominent tech entrepreneurs to make Forbes’ list... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3079226/indias-most-inspiring-tech-billionaires-sunil-mittal?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3079226/indias-most-inspiring-tech-billionaires-sunil-mittal?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 12 Apr 2020 03:00:16 +0000 A stressful first quarter of 2020 has once again put the spotlight on our collective physical and mental wellness. And while people, through necessity, are taking a careful approach to travel, here are some wellness-focused properties we can keep in mind once cross-border leisure mobility can be safely practised. From boutique hotels to global hospitality brands, the following destinations may hold the key to your next travel hotspot to unwind and re-energise. Sofitel Inle Lake Myat... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3079232/myanmar-maldives-3-new-wellness-focused-hotels-and-resorts?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3079232/myanmar-maldives-3-new-wellness-focused-hotels-and-resorts?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 10 Apr 2020 12:00:18 +0000 Uncertainty regarding the outcome of Brexit as well as the ongoing global health crisis has left many potential property investors in limbo, particularly for the London and south of England markets. A 2020-2024 UK Residential Market Forecast report by Knight Frank expects prices to either flatten or fall by the end of year. Despite these stresses, London may still be a good place for investment, and overseas homebuyers are looking at the market more attentively after the government’s... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3077610/despite-brexit-and-coronavirus-londons-luxury-property?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3077610/despite-brexit-and-coronavirus-londons-luxury-property?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 30 Mar 2020 18:00:16 +0000 The Philippines has a long history as a commercial hub in the Asian region. From the 15th century to 17th century in Southeast Asia, known as the “Age of Commerce”, the country played a role in the region’s emerging seaborne trade. In the last few decades, the Philippines has steadily grown again as a flourishing trade partner in the region. Here are five of the richest people in the Philippines who have helped shape the country’s current economic landscape. The Sy family  Net worth: US$17.2... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3077311/5-filipino-billionaires-who-helped-shaped-philippines?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3077311/5-filipino-billionaires-who-helped-shaped-philippines?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 29 Mar 2020 12:00:21 +0000 Malaysia has its fair share of billionaires who have built up businesses which have shaped industries in and outside the country. Here are five of Malaysia’s richest – as well as a couple of honourable mentions – who have collectively shaped the regional economic landscape over the past six decades of more, leading the most influential family empires in the land. Robert Kuok Hock Nien Net worth: US$11.5 billion Age: 96 Industry: palm oil, shipping, property The richest man in Malaysia, Robert... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3076666/5-malaysian-billionaires-you-should-know-robert-kuok?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3076666/5-malaysian-billionaires-you-should-know-robert-kuok?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 24 Mar 2020 05:03:07 +0000 The Zhuang sisters, Sarah and Fiona, co-founded jewellery brand Sarah Zhuang Jewellery. As the second generation in a jewellery family in Hong Kong, the sisters took inspiration from their mother who owned jewellery shops in Hong Kong for more than two decades. While Fiona Zhuang, a mother of three, handles the business side of things, Sara Zhuang is the creative director and designer of their brand. Here are a few things you should know about them: A family business Fiona Zhuang was the first... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3076191/meet-hong-kong-sisters-fiona-and-sara-zhuang-who-turned?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3076191/meet-hong-kong-sisters-fiona-and-sara-zhuang-who-turned?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 22 Mar 2020 18:00:20 +0000 Following a global stock market crash on March 12, now known as Black Thursday – the greatest single-day fall since the 1987 stock market crash – Mukesh Ambani has lost his place as Asia’s wealthiest man, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. Bloomberg also reported that the world's 500 richest people lost a combined US$238.5 billion last week. Now, let’s take a closer look at the Forbes Billionaires numbers to see what it means for some of the world’s best known billionaires.   Jeff... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3075582/mark-zuckerberg-bill-gates-jeff-bezos-jack-ma-how-much?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3075582/mark-zuckerberg-bill-gates-jeff-bezos-jack-ma-how-much?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 17 Mar 2020 13:00:11 +0000 At the southernmost tip of Malaysia lies Desaru Coast in Johor. This tourism development site sparked a lot of hype during the 1980s as a resort destination. But the stretch of beachfront has not yet attracted mass tourism the way other beach resorts in Thailand or Vietnam have. Though this destination is primarily visited by local tourists and those from Singapore, it is slowly but surely starting to attract international travellers, especially with the opening of the Hard Rock Hotel Desaru... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3073984/looking-new-beach-resort-destination-pristine-beaches?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3073984/looking-new-beach-resort-destination-pristine-beaches?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 09 Mar 2020 04:00:04 +0000 A woman competing in a male-dominated sport is not news, but one who breaks down certain gender barriers and succeeds in the ultimate way – by winning – is always a cause for celebration. Denise Yeung might be one of Hong Kong’s fastest female racing car drivers – and the proof is in the trophies on her shelf. She is also a successful businesswoman and is often spotted at high-profile social events and parties. It would seem there is not enough time in the day for Yeung’s busy lifestyle. And... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3073910/meet-hong-kongs-star-female-racing-car-driver-denise-yeung?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3073910/meet-hong-kongs-star-female-racing-car-driver-denise-yeung?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 08 Mar 2020 02:00:19 +0000 From the least-visited, most-remote destinations to popular hideouts free from large crowds, 2020 is a year where the avid traveller is looking for a holiday that allows one to feel they are really getting away – from work, from urgent errands, from that dreadful 7am commute … To help your quest for Zen, here are five destinations that – according to United Nations World Tourism Organization’s (UNWTO) figures, at least – are for the most part tourist-free, so you can finally catch a... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3073887/montserrat-marshall-islands-5-least-visited-tourist?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3073887/montserrat-marshall-islands-5-least-visited-tourist?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 06 Mar 2020 10:00:20 +0000 The Leica SL2 is quickly amassing its own cult fandom since launching in November 2019, following the success of its predecessor – the full-frame mirrorless Leica SL, which was introduced in October 2015. Four years have passed, and some exciting upgrades have been made to the younger sibling. Appearance-wise, the housing is sleeker, with rounded edges for the grip and a three-button rear interface. The simplicity of the design remains part of its signature look, as with all Leica cameras.... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/3052865/we-review-leica-sl2-next-gen-47-megapixel-full-frame?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/3052865/we-review-leica-sl2-next-gen-47-megapixel-full-frame?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 29 Feb 2020 08:00:14 +0000 Need a break? Space to unwind? The following retreats are all only a short flight away from Hong Kong if you need to rejuvenate mind and body. Four Seasons Resort Hoi An (The Nam Hai), Vietnam For: Tranquillity and an absolute wind-down The property: Between Da Nang and Hoi An, lies the tranquil Four Seasons Resort Hoi An (The Nam Hai). A flight from Hong Kong to Da Nang takes about two hours, and another half an hour by car to reach the resort. Its tranquil setting contrasts with bustling Da... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3051769/four-seasons-hoi-anantara-chiang-mai-resort-5-luxury?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3051769/four-seasons-hoi-anantara-chiang-mai-resort-5-luxury?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 23 Feb 2020 08:00:17 +0000 There are plenty of world-class trainers and influencer fitness gurus out there transforming people’s lives everyday. However, many prefer watching their favourite celebrities transform their bodies into killer figures, either for a role or just simply to live more healthfully. We take a look at a few celebrities and what their workout routines actually do. 7 best walking apps for people who hate fitness apps – and walking Chris Hemsworth Hollywood celebrity Chris Hemsworth’s high energy,... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/well-being/article/3051573/khloe-kardashian-chris-hemsworth-or-jung-da-yeon-which?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/well-being/article/3051573/khloe-kardashian-chris-hemsworth-or-jung-da-yeon-which?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 21 Feb 2020 00:00:21 +0000 The biggest advantage that India has for travellers is its sheer diversity of locations. Each area offers a little bit of everything to satisfy all age groups and interests, whether it’s the metropolises such as New Delhi and Mumbai, or the sandy beaches of Goa and Gokarna. When it comes to bespoke experiences, India’s rich history stirs the imagination of discerning travellers. Rajasthan, often dubbed “Land of Kings”, embodies that very notion with its medieval forts and palaces. Its history is... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3048030/how-india-has-reclaimed-heritage-sites-create-incredible?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3048030/how-india-has-reclaimed-heritage-sites-create-incredible?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 30 Jan 2020 06:00:15 +0000 The Year of the Metal Rat starts from Chinese New Year on January 25, and is traditionally believed to be a year that brings new opportunities in the areas of love and earnings. STYLE speaks to Thierry Chow, a rising feng shui expert, who gives us her predictions for each of the 12 Chinese zodiac signs over the coming year. Rat Going into its own year, the rat will experience a year of Fan Tai Sui (which clashes with Tai Sui, the grand commander of the year) in 2020. Clashing with Tai Sui often... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3045351/which-chinese-zodiac-sign-will-have-luckiest-year-rat?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3045351/which-chinese-zodiac-sign-will-have-luckiest-year-rat?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 10 Jan 2020 05:00:05 +0000 From a Western scientific viewpoint, time is an objective measurement, and progresses from the past to the present and the future in a linear, irreversible direction. Some Eastern cultures, however, see time as cyclical. “At a personal level,’’ says Jeanne Lim, CEO of Hanson Robotics, “I think time is also related to experience.” Aaron Chan’s Club Qing in LKF – a whisky bar with something for everyone Lim explains that the phrase “time flies when one is having fun” contains some truth when one... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/watches/article/3044044/how-jeanne-lim-hanson-robotics-makes-time-yoga-and-holistic?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/watches/article/3044044/how-jeanne-lim-hanson-robotics-makes-time-yoga-and-holistic?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 10 Jan 2020 02:00:13 +0000 Douglas So is the founder and director of Hong Kong’s F11 Foto Museum and has dedicated years of his life to heritage conservation. So is passionate about photography; originally trained as a solicitor, he now owns the city’s largest collection of Leica cameras. F11 is testament to his efforts. Located in Happy Valley in a fully-restored 1930s three-storey heritage building, the museum’s ground and first floors are used for photo exhibitions, while the second floor showcases rare cameras and... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/watches/article/3045023/france-home-worlds-best-photographers-according-douglas-so?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/watches/article/3045023/france-home-worlds-best-photographers-according-douglas-so?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 08 Jan 2020 02:00:10 +0000 Flying is often the least favourite part of any international business traveller’s time. But to Dara Huang, founder of Design Haus Liberty, it means getting the opportunity to unwind from a busy work calendar. “If you think about it, the time you’ll ever get the most peace and be disconnected in terms of the internet, people asking questions, the endless emails, is actually on an aeroplane,” she reasons. “For a while, I found the most quiet I had was when I was on a flight. I started requesting... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/watches/article/3044527/why-long-haul-flights-are-best-time-disconnect-celebrity?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/watches/article/3044527/why-long-haul-flights-are-best-time-disconnect-celebrity?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 05 Jan 2020 08:00:13 +0000 Ryan Seungkyu Lee, co-creator of the Baby Shark song, probably spends more time in the air than he does on the ground. Having clocked countless hours in 2019 on travel alone, the Korean CFO and co-founder of SmartStudy divides his time between Seoul, Hong Kong and Los Angeles, where the company has offices. SmartStudy is the global entertainment company that launched the popular children’s brand Pinkfong, through which more than 4,000 songs, stories and games are produced and made available on... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/watches/article/3044346/why-baby-shark-went-viral-catchy-tunes-co-creator-ryan-lee?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/watches/article/3044346/why-baby-shark-went-viral-catchy-tunes-co-creator-ryan-lee?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 03 Jan 2020 04:00:10 +0000 Jo Soo Tang is the honorary chairman of the Hong Kong Adventist Hospital Foundation – board of governors (Stubbs Road), and an advisory board member of Splash Foundation HK and Food Made Good HK. She is also part of the development committee for WWF Hong Kong and actively growing the local community for Human Rights Watch (HRW) on children’s rights and LGBT policies. Lately, I’ve been … planning HKAHF’s Women of Hope & Men of Hope 2020 fundraiser, helping Splash Foundation (HK) raise funds and... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3043237/philanthropist-jo-soo-tang-sees-christmas-time-reflection?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3043237/philanthropist-jo-soo-tang-sees-christmas-time-reflection?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 25 Dec 2019 02:00:14 +0000 Dutch-Chinese racing driver Tung Ho-pin distinctly remembers a time when a few thousandths of a second cost him a race win. “For spectators and teams, we see timing up to three decimals – so up to a thousandth of a second,” says Tung – who was the first Chinese driver to compete in the F1 GP2 Series, Indy500 and IndyCar championships. “But in our sport, one or a few thousandths of a second can really make a lot of difference between winning or losing. The smallest difference where I’ve ever lost... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/watches/article/3041603/when-racing-driver-tung-ho-pin-won-24-hours-le-mans-every?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/watches/article/3041603/when-racing-driver-tung-ho-pin-won-24-hours-le-mans-every?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 21 Dec 2019 18:00:08 +0000 Acclaimed chef Nobuyuki “Nobu” Matsuhisa is one of the world’s favourite Japanese chefs. Partnering with Academy Award winner Robert De Niro helped launch his Nobu restaurant chain into the stratosphere. In recent years, the chef has added hospitality to his name, opening Nobu Hotels across the world – in Los Cabos in Mexico, Madrid, Barcelona, Ibiza and Chicago among others. He says he travels for almost three quarters of the year, which makes him one busy chef. But he calls Los Angeles his... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3042913/nobu-matsuhisa-what-does-worlds-most-famous-sushi-master?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3042913/nobu-matsuhisa-what-does-worlds-most-famous-sushi-master?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 21 Dec 2019 06:00:11 +0000 Founder and CEO Laurie Mias of REVĪVŌ recently made the decision she would only read her emails twice a day, for no more than two hours a day. “There are only 24 hours in a day and I could use 50, so I need to make sure each minute is well spent; a mindful minute is worth 10 minutes of negative thinking.” Though she says she isn’t much of a planner, timing for her is everything. “Each second counts and at the same time, 12 months go by very fast. Planning your time and the timing of your... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3042784/who-laurie-mias-ceo-balis-revivo-resort-and-why-mind-body?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3042784/who-laurie-mias-ceo-balis-revivo-resort-and-why-mind-body?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 20 Dec 2019 18:00:08 +0000 Joseph Altuzarra, creative director of the luxury clothing brand Altuzarra, has dressed some of Hollywood’s hottest female stars. His edgy yet elegant formal wear has been seen on celebrities like Nicole Kidman and Julianne Moore. And before Meghan Markle became the Duchess of Sussex, she was counted among his patrons. But it’s not just celebrities who want to have Altuzarra’s pieces in their wardrobes. “The customer we design for is confident and sexy,” he explains. “She likes to seduce and be... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3040591/why-joseph-altuzarra-believes-luxury-fashion-industry?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3040591/why-joseph-altuzarra-believes-luxury-fashion-industry?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 07 Dec 2019 02:00:11 +0000 FARE Yakiniku, specialising in Hokkaido cuisine. AMBIENCE The restaurant is located inside Elements at Kowloon MTR station. The venue is dimly lit but still conducive to lively conversations. Since it is inside the ICC mall, the restaurant attracts shoppers and workers from nearby offices, and the atmosphere reflects that. COST Depending on the cuts, dishes range from HK$98 to upwards of HK$300 per plate. Platters go for around HK$500 per order. WHO TO BRING Friends. TURN-ONS We are encouraged... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/good-eating/article/3037324/yakiniku-kagura-beckons-exquisite-mirai-beef-and-frozen-foam?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/good-eating/article/3037324/yakiniku-kagura-beckons-exquisite-mirai-beef-and-frozen-foam?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 15 Nov 2019 02:00:09 +0000 FARE Japanese barbecue, serving an extensive selection of Wagyu beef. AMBIENCE The venue is larger than you would expect, with several private rooms and a long bar that encapsulates the idea that you are in Causeway Bay, one of the city’s busiest shopping areas. The kitchen perimeter is walled by a row of transparent fridges displaying their cuts, just like an Italian butcher’s shop. But this is far from Italy – this Japanese restaurant curates, in its own words, some of the best Wagyu in the... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/good-eating/article/3037311/wagyu-vanne-all-about-top-notch-beef-carpaccio-sushi?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/good-eating/article/3037311/wagyu-vanne-all-about-top-notch-beef-carpaccio-sushi?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 14 Nov 2019 03:00:07 +0000 The newest addition to the members-only Soho House portfolio, Soho Warehouse, is beautiful, but if you are unfamiliar with downtown Los Angeles and the neighbourhood where the house is located, you may think you've ended up in the wrong place. LA struggles with a severe homelessness issue, and if you pick the wrong direction, you could be passing rows and rows of makeshift tents and single habitats where the homeless have chosen to live. Soho Warehouse is an oasis amid this almost desolate... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3036530/we-review-new-soho-warehouse-downtown-los-angeles-it?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3036530/we-review-new-soho-warehouse-downtown-los-angeles-it?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 06 Nov 2019 18:00:09 +0000 Think of traditional Japanese art, and you imagine a world of discipline and continuous refinement. In this pure quest for beauty, nature takes centre stage in many typical works. Art in Japan can be traced back more than two millennia, and covers a wide range of mediums, from statuettes and pottery vessels made by the earliest Japanese people, to modern-day origami, literature, calligraphy, woodblock prints, manga and painting, among others. Nihonga is a very distinct form of painting... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/3034362/exploring-art-nihonga-traditional-japanese-painting?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/3034362/exploring-art-nihonga-traditional-japanese-painting?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 25 Oct 2019 02:00:06 +0000 Hong Kong will be the next red carpet destination for one of the world’s most influential and prestigious film events. For the first time, the Cannes Film Festival is landing in Asia – with Hong Kong playing host to the Festival de Cannes Film Week. The region is not a surprising choice for the stand-alone series, with Asian artists playing an increasingly influential role at the festival every year. Gong Li and Jessica Jung’s jewellery lights up Cannes Film Festival When Cannes comes around... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3032798/everything-you-need-know-about-hong-kongs-first?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3032798/everything-you-need-know-about-hong-kongs-first?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 15 Oct 2019 04:00:07 +0000 In 2017, Jeong Kwan introduced the world to Korean temple food on the popular Netflix show, Chef’s Table. But the initiative to educate tourists about Korea’s version of healthy gourmet started 15 years earlier. In 2002, South Korea launched its Templestay programmes, which have become a successful tourism initiative. These have been operated by the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism to show visitors what life is like as a monk or nun. Jeong Kwan continues to teach visitors as well, but protests she... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/well-being/article/3031569/how-netflixs-chefs-table-star-jeong-kwan-put-temple-food?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/well-being/article/3031569/how-netflixs-chefs-table-star-jeong-kwan-put-temple-food?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 07 Oct 2019 05:00:12 +0000 With her hair flips, high heel-kicks, killer string moves and an Instagram following of more than 118,000, American-Chinese musician Tina Guo is making her way to Asia to perform with renowned German-born composer Hans Zimmer on his concert tour. They will perform in Hong Kong later this month. Grammy Award-nominated and Brit Award Female Artist of the Year-nominated musician Guo is a classically trained cellist, electric cellist and erhuist. Despite being a successful musician in her own right... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3030266/lion-king-foo-fighters-tina-guo-proves-cello-all-she?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3030266/lion-king-foo-fighters-tina-guo-proves-cello-all-she?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 25 Sep 2019 06:00:11 +0000 “In today’s world, everyone is a photographer. We all carry cameras in the form of our phones and post their imagery incessantly on social media,” says Emily Bierman, vice-president and head of department at Sotheby’s Photographs. “There is, however, a more limited universe of artists you might wish to collect and invest in.” In today’s world, everyone is a photographer. We all carry cameras in the form of our phones and post their imagery incessantly on social media Emily Bierman Markets for... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/3026295/beyond-instagram-likes-tips-how-collect-photographs?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/3026295/beyond-instagram-likes-tips-how-collect-photographs?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 13 Sep 2019 18:00:08 +0000 The newly opened K11 Musea marks one of the most exciting arrivals to Kowloon’s world-famous retail scene. This luxury shopping complex sits at Victoria Dockside – reachable via exit J from East Tsim Sha Tsui MTR station – and sports a unique museum-retail concept that seeks to merge art and culture with commerce. The 10-storey complex’s interior design was realised through the collaborative effort of more than 100 creative professionals – including local artists, architects, environmentalists... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3026009/9-hot-new-shops-and-boutiques-k11-musea-hong-kongs-new-art?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3026009/9-hot-new-shops-and-boutiques-k11-musea-hong-kongs-new-art?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 06 Sep 2019 08:00:11 +0000