Without the waft of freshly brewed coffee, the rustling of notebook pages of a scribbler and constant sound of the colloquy in a baroque cafe it wouldn’t feel like being in Europe. The era of cafes in Europe originated during 1555 under the Ottoman Empire in Istanbul through coffee selling shop however, the culture that we imbibeContinueContinue reading “European Cafes For Art Lovers”
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Celebrating Mid-Autumn Festival with Mooncakes
There is no place like Asia to celebrate festivals and autumn season is a very popular time for Asian festivals. One of them being the Mid-Autumn festival or as many young people would relate as the Mooncake Festival. China, Vietnam Taiwan, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Singapore and Macau celebrate this festival. Though every culture does haveContinueContinue reading “Celebrating Mid-Autumn Festival with Mooncakes”
Night Out in Hong Kong
London and New York of the East – Hong Kong has gained a reputation for its unquenchable thirst for financial markets, VC firms and world class cocktails and wine. Parallel to Singapore, Hong Kong is known for its electrifying vibe and energy with a party life second to no other city in the world. WhatContinueContinue reading “Night Out in Hong Kong”
Night Out in Singapore
There is a lift in my step and I am humming the latest tune from Calvin Harris – ‘This Is What You Came For’ while I sit down to fine tune this post. Well going by the music I am currently listening to, it resonates perfectly with Singapore’s after dusk vibe. You may have heardContinueContinue reading “Night Out in Singapore”
Taverns & Pubs in Shakespeare’s England
To Feast or Not To Feast that is the question. Or is it really when it comes to celebrating the world’s greatest playwright? From his early comedies and histories to his Sonnets and popular tragedies, the “Matchless Bard” has enthralled the literary civilisation for over four centuries. Ben Johnson has most precisely described him as,ContinueContinue reading “Taverns & Pubs in Shakespeare’s England”
Easter Private Brunch Around The World
There are just a few occasions in a year where you can get the family together along with closest friends and make it an intimate party. Easter is one of those times when not just kids but even adults could take the opportunity to celebrate over a private brunch. Who doesn’t love brunch? We allContinueContinue reading “Easter Private Brunch Around The World”
Lux Insider of The Month – Mauro Governato
It is only our second month since we initiated a takeover feature – Insider of the Month and who better than a Four Seasons insider to be our Lux Insider. Mauro Governato is an impassioned insider about luxury hotels and rightfully so has been at the helm of leading the prestigious hotel of Four SeasonsContinueContinue reading “Lux Insider of The Month – Mauro Governato”
Ultimate Valentine Day Gifts
In a week from now, the air will be fragrant with love and in a blink of an eye a frenzy will take over every man and woman who are in a relationship to express their love for the other with an exclusive gift. St Valentine’s spirit will descend down upon us for a fortnight as soon asContinueContinue reading “Ultimate Valentine Day Gifts”
Chinese New Year: How Is The World Celebrating?
Chinese settlers have been populating far corners of the world since early 19th century and today have become an integral part of the western community as well as down under. The world’s most populous and advance cities have embraced the cultural traditions of the Chinese diaspora over decades of immersion. The biggest festival in theContinueContinue reading “Chinese New Year: How Is The World Celebrating?”
Celebrate ‘Year Of The Monkey’ in China
Thanks to China the world has a reason to celebrate two New Year Eves a month apart. The best time to visit a destination is during its biggest festival and it doesn’t get any grand than the Chinese New Year. Traditionally a celebration to welcome the Spring and pray for a good harvest, the festival playsContinueContinue reading “Celebrate ‘Year Of The Monkey’ in China”
Review: Afternoon Tea at Number Sixteen London
Every time I either read, write about or experience an English afternoon tea my mind wanders into the Jane Austen novels. Perhaps it stems from my childhood when I would be utterly besotted by a fairytale-like home with a beautifully crafted tea set and savouries perfectly laid on the table. Even today I am unabashedly an Afternoon Tea fanatic and trulyContinueContinue reading “Review: Afternoon Tea at Number Sixteen London”
Review: Most picturesque pub in Oxford – The Perch Inn
The journey was well worth it! Have you read any of the quotes on destination? Don’t they always conclude with the emphasis on the journey instead? My journey toward The Perch Inn – a cottage pub somewhere on the unfamiliar Binsey Lane in Oxford had me recall every quote I had come across, perhaps owingContinueContinue reading “Review: Most picturesque pub in Oxford – The Perch Inn”
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