SPIRITED ASIA

Singapore's historic Chinatown welcomes a different kind of hotel with the opening of lyf Chinatown Singapore, a heritage-inspired social living property that prioritises community, culture and neighbourhood immersion over classic luxury.

At Lakeview Palace in Wynn Palace Macau, Executive Chef Kevin Zhu's newly reimagined menu finds common ground between two of China's greatest regional culinary traditions.

From Ichiro's Malt to Dragon Whisky, discover how The Orientalist Spirits is redefining world whisky through Asia's diverse distilling traditions.

With the opening of The BARAI Hua Hin, Thailand's original royal beach retreat gains a new luxury wellness destination as Hyatt's first Unbound Collection property in the country transforms one of Hua Hin's most celebrated spas into a boutique beachfront resort.

Singapore's growing appetite for premium Korean cuisine takes a more refined turn this July and August as six restaurants come together to showcase the exceptional quality and versatility of Korea's prized Hanwoo beef and Handon pork at the inaugural K-Meat Festival.

In a city overflowing with world-class cocktail bars, Hi Stranger proves that genuine curiosity, an adventurous spirits selection and a welcoming neighbourhood vibe can be more captivating than self-important mixology.

Royal Salute has partnered with Singapore-based FutureGrail to unite the worlds of exceptionally aged Scotch and collectible timepieces, highlighting how patience, craftsmanship and provenance increasingly define modern luxur

The Macallan Diamonds Are Forever 55th Anniversary Release revisits one of cinema's most enduring partnerships by distilling the intrigue, elegance and storytelling that have long connected James Bond with one of Scotland's most celebrated single malts.

Chef Garima Arora's latest menu at Gaa in Bangkok looks beyond familiar ideas of Indian cuisine, transforming regional traditions from Bihar into a thoughtful contemporary tasting journey.

A decade after earning Singapore's first two MICHELIN Stars for sushi, Shoukouwa continues to prove that true Edomae mastery lies not in spectacle, but in the confidence and large capable hands of a chef shaping some of the city's most exquisite sushi.

Singapore's luxury hotel landscape will welcome a new boutique contender when Harilela Hotels brings its design-led hospitality concept to Orchard Road for the first time with The Hari Singapore in 2027.

Avoca's latest seasonal cocktails distils the rhythms of everyday Hong Kong into three inventive serves, transforming familiar local rituals into contemporary drinks that perfectly reflect Mondrian's art-led, culture-first spirit.

A new chapter in one of Japan’s most famous hot spring towns begins with the opening of KAI Kusatsu, a contemporary ryokan by Hoshino Resorts that connects the bustle of Kusatsu Onsen and the serenity of a forest retreat.

As Asia's 50 Best Bars 2026 returns to Macau, Wynn Palace is turning the awards week into a six-day celebration of cocktail culture, bringing together some of the world's most influential bartenders, chefs and hospitality talents for an ambitious programme of guest shifts, collaborations and after-hours revelry.

Singapore may arrive on the itinerary as a business destination, but its hawker culture, heritage neighbourhoods and world-class dining scene make a compelling case for staying long after the meetings end.

From mythology-inspired nightcaps to nostalgic Japanese soda floats, the best Singapore bars are proving that a great cocktail menu can still surprise, delight and occasionally make you smile.

With its lush biophilic interiors, sustainability-minded philosophy and sweeping views over Tokyo Tower, 1 Hotel Tokyo brings a refreshing new perspective to luxury hospitality in a city already overflowing with world-class hotels.

Hong Kong's fine dining scene gains an intriguing new contender with Yakiniku Yama Oku, a 12-seat counter that transforms Japanese barbecue into an intimate kappo performance shaped by premium wagyu, mountain folklore, and old-school culinary craftsmanship.

With the opening of OMO7 Yokohama by Hoshino Resorts inside the former Yokohama City Hall, one of Japan's most underrated port cities gains a captivating new hotel that blends architectural heritage, local culture and neighbourhood exploration under one roof.

Smoke & Bitters' Michter's Art of Hospitality Award win proves that genuine warmth may be the cocktail industry's most valuable ingredient.