A symbol of reunion, it’s the time of the year again when we show our appreciation for one another through the gifting of delectable mooncakes.
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After returning to Canada from years of working at groundbreaking restaurants like the Michelin 3 Starred The Fat Duck in England and Liberty Private Works in Hong Kong, Chef Ken Yau launched k.Dinners, a pop-up supper club concept in Toronto. These were multi-course, experiential tasting dinners for just 16 guests in a different location every week. Those lively evenings of great food and convivial conversations around a communal table came to an abrupt stop when the pandemic hit. Suddenly, Ken was left scrambling to think of another source of revenue.
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We caught up with Chef Craig Wong, the Toronto-based owner of the award-winning restaurant Patois and upcoming Bar Mignonette, to explore his views on sustainability. We wanted to know what the actual practice of this word versus lip service means to him as a chef, restaurateur and cultural champion. During the pandemic, he was a part of a collaboration with IKEA that focused on cooking with scraps. That exercise, in turn, inspired the images in our feature. In this special conversation, we examine the concept of sustainability through three lenses: first as a culinary philosophy, then towards the preservation of culture and, finally, the conservation of the restaurant industry.
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Sponsored by LOUIS XIII Cognac. Whether you are celebrating Lunar New Year with family virtually, or live under one roof, one thing we can still enjoy is a time of gifting and receiving! Whether it's lucky red pockets of money or a red-wrapped gift, all are delivered with auspicious wishes of fortune, good health, and longevity.
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The Macallan has unveiled A Night On Earth In Scotland single malt whisky, which reveals the story of Scotland’s world-famous Hogmanay festivities and captures the universal joy of celebrating the change of year. This global annual limited edition crafted by world-famous whisky maker, The Macallan, has a soft and velvety mouthfeel. Whether for yourself, or as a gift to family, friends, or business partners, it is an ideal expression to celebrate the new year.
10,000 camphor trees and 50 historical buildings were replanted and reconstructed in Minhang District, just outside of Shanghai under the direction of Mr. Dadong Ma. Why? He wanted to stop these cultural artifacts and places from being forever lost. The businessman then searched out Aman Resorts as an operator and many years later, Amanyangyun was born.
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For a world that values culture and tradition far less than materialism and other commodities, one designer has managed to set a foundation for his company by capturing the charming vernacular and local spirit of his city, Hong Kong. Douglas Young, a local celebrity who has appeared on one of Anthony Bourdain’s last episodes of Parts Unknown and lectured at universities in Singapore about his passion for culture, is making a difference in helping this generation remember the unique culture of Hong Kong’s ever-changing identity. Douglas co-founded G.O.D. with Benjamin Lau in 1996, fulfilling a long-term vision to build a Hong Kong brand that is both forward-looking and proud of its cultural origins. G.O.D. retails contemporary furniture, homeware and lifestyle accessories with a contemporary Chinese twist, designed in-house by a multidisciplinary design team led by Douglas.
Silence and refuge in a world of hustle and bustle is hard to find. Our editorial team had the pleasure of visiting @tszshanmonastery , where we experienced the most breathtaking views and Chinese architecture in a serene setting. Located on the green slopes of Mt. Pat Sin Leng in Hong Kong, Tsz Shan sits majestically on the hillside above the waters of Plover Cove, surrounded by lushly-forested hills away from the global city’s dense core. Its tranquillity is foreign — unfamiliar to the intensity of Hong Kong’s pace, and a serene reminder to calm the heart. Visit our website to read more details on this incredible place that is a must visit once we can travel again!
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Food brings back fond cultural memories for all of us, no matter what age we are living in! Renowned culinary instructor Ann shares with us a childhood favourite of hers — rice dumplings (in Taiwanese style). Not only delicious, this traditional staple is also simple to make. This recipe is from history that dates back centuries ago, and is now rooted in our modern culture through the home kitchens of millions around the world.
暖心的食物是記載歷史的秘訣。知名烹飪老師Ann 與我們分享她與丈夫兒時最愛的台灣棕子食譜，不僅易做，還帶回了美好的回憶。
Join Billy as he cooks with his Po Po (Grandma) and shares their family recipes and personal stories of culture, this time, let’s sample their special braised pork belly!
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I think at some point, every 2nd Generation immigrant is questioned about their identity. No better example comes from the cliché, “Where do you come from?”. We are asked this from childhood and are often confused by the follow-up question, “No, where are you REALLY from?”. As we grew older, it became a complex emotional response that I, at least, almost never vocalized. This year, by some unintentional force of nature, is our moment where we embrace who we are.
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Bonnie Chan entered Miss Chinese Toronto Pageant and won first runner-up. She later moved to Hong Kong and competed in the Miss Hong Kong, winning second runner-up in 2016. Soon after earning her title, she became a television host in the fast-paced television industry. With everything that is happening today, she created a platform, MindBonnieSoul, to spread encouragement and support for others to be well, especially during these challenging times. We have invited her to share her expert tips on health and wellness for readers to pursue a healthier lifestyle.
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