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<p>From 6–8 November, Lantau Yacht Club Boat Show 2026 is back, and this time it’s bigger, bolder, and part of Hong Kong’s new Festival of Connoisseurs. Think of it as the city’s most stylish three-day takeover of sea, land and sky.</p>


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<p>On the water you’ll find around 30 vessels, including Camper &amp; Nicholsons superyachts, Sunseeker, Azimut, Absolute, Catana, Bali and a serious fleet of sport dayboats. The new Zhuhai Pavilion debuts standout builds like the Selene 6047, Glitter68 catamaran, and the impressive 92-foot 港龍星, plus Cheoy Lee’s Zhuhai-built yachts. It’s the clearest signal yet of the Greater Bay Area’s growing yachting power.</p>


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<p>On shore, admire the unrivalled craftsmanship of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, the pinnacle of luxury motoring. Discover rare timepieces from Jacob &amp; Co. at the Cortina Watch showcase, the museum-grade MV Agusta Brutale 910R Wally, artisan coffee from Rev N Roast, refreshing canned cocktails from ONLY Beverages, Hi-Fi grade audio experience of Celestion HOMEtainer and sustainable art with MeART x Nissa Kauppila. Enjoy premium non-Cuban hand-rolled product experience from TIME. Savour gourmet delights from Auberge Hospitality, join premium interactive culinary masterclasses including red wine blending and gourmet sausage making hosted by Feather &amp; Bone, enjoy family-friendly fun, and tee off at the complimentary golf simulator hosted by Discovery Bay Golf Club.</p>


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<p>And above it all? XPeng is bringing a live helipad demonstration of its next-generation flying vehicle, while DJI runs interactive drone challenges—proper future stuff.</p>


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<p>Last year more than 1,800 people showed up, and the media coverage was huge. This year the bar is higher.</p>



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<p>Save the dates.</p>



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<p>Opening ceremony: 6-8 November 2026 (Friday to Sunday)</p>



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<p>Lantau Yacht Club, Discovery Bay</p>



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<p>Register here:</p>



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<p><a href="https://www.eventbrite.hk/e/lantau-yacht-club-boat-show-2026-tickets-1998475884167?aff=oddtdtcreator">https://www.eventbrite.hk/e/lantau-yacht-club-boat-show-2026-tickets-1998475884167?aff=oddtdtcreator</a></p>



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<p>Follow the updates on Instagram @lantau.yachtclub or check lantauyachtclub.com.</p>



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<p>Come for the boats. Stay for everything else.</p>


Sea. Land. Sky with LYC: Something special is happening on Lantau this November.


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<p>We arrive at Joanne Zhou and Eric Fong’s new flat in Bel-Air on a bright morning that smells of fresh paint and possibility. Perched on a stool while a makeup artist dabs and blends, Zhou is already talking about the slogan that sits at the heart of everything she does: “Better for You, Better for the Planet.”</p>



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<p>It is not so much a marketing line as a personal thesis. And the woman delivering it, half-made-up and fully present, is the founder and CEO of in lieu, Asia’s first premium sustainable lifestyle water, which arrives on the shelves in neat aluminium cans. She is also living proof that a kid who once hated drinking water can grow up to make the rest of us fall in love with it.</p>



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<p>That distaste for tap water is one of Zhou’s strongest childhood memories. “We were a pretty typical family that boiled tap water at home and for some reason, whenever I drank it, I felt nauseous,” she recalls. “I always thought it had this strange medicinal taste.”</p>



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<p>Young Joanne gravitated towards mango juice, iced tea and all those little cartons with straws that taste like liquid childhood. But the sugar eventually caught up with her, inducing weight gain, teenage hormonal chaos, and the kind of bullying that leaves marks long after the words stop. Looking back, she sees the irony with perfect clarity. The girl who couldn’t stand water now owns a water company.</p>



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<p>Zhou’s mother was the architect of her values. A busy working woman who still found time to prepare home-cooked meals fresh from the market every day. She saved the water from washing rice to feed the plants and turned leftover watermelon rind and aloe vera into homemade face masks. “She never called it ‘wellness’ or ‘sustainability’,” reminisces Zhou fondly. “It was simply about taking care of yourself, your family, and not wasting what you have.”</p>


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<p>in lieu, founded in 2024 under the banner of HydroX Group Limited, is not Zhou’s first startup. Her ideas have always circled the same question: how do I make people’s lives slightly better? The deeper she went with her clever canned concept, the clearer it became that the traditional water industry was ripe for a gentle revolution.</p>



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<p>The first spark was personal. The family owns an artesian aquifer in China’s Dabie Mountains. The closest taste she could find on the market was Fiji Water, but the plastic bottles made her wince. Why couldn’t there be an Asian premium option packaged sustainably? That question became the brand.</p>



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<p>Clean water, insists Zhou, is shockingly rare even in a city like Hong Kong. While renovating their kitchen, the couple stared at old rusted pipes and suddenly felt the full weight of everything that happens to water before it reaches a glass. “The best water starts with a clean, protected natural source, as untouched by pollution as possible, naturally containing minerals and trace elements, and handled with the highest standards of safety and quality,” she declares. Because truly clean natural water is becoming precious, it carries a responsibility to protect the environments that produce it.</p>



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<p>While many people have stopped drinking water altogether, replacing it with convenience-store bottles of highly processed drinks is not a solution. The in lieu mission is to make water desirable again: good-tasting and good-feeling. She would love to hear more people say, with actual pride, “I drink only water.”</p>



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<p>Her simplest tip for the chronically dehydrated: make it a morning ritual. The moment you wake up, your body has been dry for hours. Start with two to four glasses of lukewarm water and pair the rest with breakfast.</p>



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<p>Zhou’s personal wellness routine is almost aggressively simple. Seven hours of sleep. Packed lunches and dinners during the week, with more creative meals on the weekend. Strength training, cardio, and breathwork when needed, and a stubbornly positive mindset. The office culture has shifted accordingly – less milk tea and the house rule that pantry snacks cannot be breakfast. Leadership, she believes, happens in the small habits you normalise every day.</p>


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<p>The toughest challenge in product development was discovering that less is harder than more. Most lines are designed to add things, not leave them out. “If the source is right, it shouldn’t require heavy engineering or unnecessary additives,” she says. So the team innovated their own techniques. That same philosophy now guides every new product: start with great natural ingredients and interfere as little as possible.</p>



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<p>Launching as a lifestyle brand in Hong Kong’s luxury venues required the same obsession with detail. True luxury, Zhou believes, is caring about every millimetre: the product, the taste, the experience and the packaging. Hospitality partners ran fingers around lids, checking for sharp edges. Early supporters tasted the water, understood the values, and opened their doors.</p>



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<p>For in lieu, luxury and purpose are not opposites. Sustainable packaging, carefully sourced water, recycling partnerships, electric vehicles in certain cities – these are not afterthoughts. “We’re not perfect, but we’re trying to make better choices step by step without compromising the quality, design and experience expected from a premium product,” she affirms.</p>



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<p>As for the future of HydroX Group, she keeps most of it under wraps with a mischievous smile. But she will say this: in lieu natural sparkling water is about to launch, and it tastes so good she is genuinely excited.</p>



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<p>Fong, in lieu’s co-founder and the quiet engine behind its operation, is everywhere during the shoot: adjusting props of their product, offering encouragement, occasionally just watching with the silent pride of a man who knows exactly how rare this particular combination of vision and execution is. “Wow… what a lady boss,” he murmurs at one point. Then, as his wife turns for another frame: “It’s giving Gigi Hadid and Hailey Bieber. Oh wow!”</p>



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<p>Zhou laughs and immediately states that she is not a “girly girl”. She prefers baggy, loose athleisure over dresses. Colleagues are routinely shocked by her energy levels; friends already have a running joke. “My friends tease me that I can be the Asian Hailey Bieber. Joanne Bieber!” she cries, dissolving into laughter. Fong joins her and the entire room follows.</p>



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<p>When the photographer asks her to fake a laugh for a few frames, the fake laugh lasts approximately 1.7 seconds before it becomes the real thing – loud, unselfconscious, completely contagious. Like her product, Zhou is natural through and through.</p>


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<p>By the time we pack up, the new flat still smells like beginnings, and she is still laughing, in that real, unforced way that makes everyone else forget they were supposed to be professional. The same instinct that once made her reject boiled water now drives her to protect the sources that still run clean. The same values her mother practised without ever naming them now shape a brand marketed for our benefit.</p>



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<p>Indeed, Joanne Zhou is doing something quietly radical. She is making water cool again. And if her laugh is any indication, the rest of us are invited to join her; glass raised, the planet slightly better for it.</p>



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<p>Interview, Text &amp; Art Direction: Joseff Musa&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Photographer: Jack Law&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Videographer: Iris Ventura&nbsp;&nbsp; Hair &amp; Make up: Sapphire Shen</p>


Making A Splash: in lieu CEO Joanne Zhou turns a childhood dislike into Asia’s coolest hydration revolution


<p>Wagyu joint Gyu+ Bar by Miyoshi treats wagyu like a whole cast of characters, and lets you meet them one by one, through sashimi, sushi, consommé, shabu-shabu and the wood fire.</p>



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<p>The backstory is irresistible. ‘By Miyoshi’ is an edible heirloom from Niku no Takumi Miyoshi, the acclaimed wagyu kaiseki spot in Gion, Kyoto. Founding chef Tsutomu Ito, rather than thinking of wagyu as prized steak, started asking a better question: what happens when you apply the right techniques to different cuts to tease out their umami, sweetness, aroma and texture? That obsession has landed at Lee Gardens, translated into something more contemporary, more approachable, and (thankfully) a little less intimidating than the word ‘kaiseki’ can sometimes sound.</p>



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<p>Gyu+ Bar by Miyoshi’s multi-course Wagyu Experience begins with Truffle Beef Wine, a concentrated beef-only consommé slow-simmered for more than 15 hours, served in a wine glass. It’s rich, luxurious and oddly clean in its focus, as though the kitchen filtered out everything except the point of the dish.</p>


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<p>Wagyu Sashimi uses thin slices of Kagoshima A5 ichibo (rump cap), a cut that’s naturally leaner yet still carries A5 marbling with enough grace to land somewhere between meat and butter.</p>


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<p>Taking a page from Kyoto while letting Hong Kong have fun, Wagyu Sushi Miyoshi Style finds the wagyu lightly seared, finely chopped, topped with seasonal seafood and caviar, then delicately smoked over lychee wood. The lychee-wood smoke is subtle, more perfume than fire, and it gives the caviar a faintly sweet hush.</p>


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<p>Between bolder flavours, there’s a yuzu and tarragon palate cleanser, which is bright, fragrant, and just spicy enough to wake you up for shabu-shabu: Kagoshima A5 wagyu sirloin, paired with wood-fired Akanasu eggplant from Kumamoto and sesame ponzu. The aubergine brings roasted bittersweet depth, while the ponzu adds a clean tang that keeps the wagyu feeling alive rather than heavy.</p>


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<p>The hearty main of Wagyu Tenderloin is wood-fired and served deliberately without sauce. The beef’s umami is front and centre, and the house condiments of red-wine salt, wasabi, salt-cured black pepper and hishio (a traditional fermented seasoning) layer rather than overwhelm.</p>


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<p>The wood fire shows up in the supporting cast, too. An appetiser of Japanese-style steamed abalone is braised gently in its broth for three hours, rested overnight, then lightly smoked, served chilled and finished with yuzu pepper beurre blanc, a refined French interpretation that still respects the abalone’s delicate rhythm.</p>


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<p>The restaurant’s philosophy stems from Ito’s rule of respecting the cut rather than worshipping marbling. His cooking method is determined by tasting the meat raw first to sense natural aroma, sweetness and texture, then testing how soy and dashi flavour interactions bloom with heat. Flexibility, he insists, isn’t inconsistency; it’s choosing the method that best reveals each cut’s character. Even his wood-fire logic is specific: gentle heat, better moisture retention, fewer harsh, bitter notes, and a smoke aroma that draws out sweetness instead of masking the beef.</p>


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<p>Day-to-day success ‘by Miyoshi’ is serving customers the food Ito finds most delicious, watching their genuine delight, and seeing that feeling spread outwards. Professionally, he measures it by customer reaction, because at this price point the experience has to be worth the cost, and he wants diners to return.</p>


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<p>He describes happiness as something that happens both in the making and in the reaction: he loves encountering delectable food he’s never tasted before, and then translating that emotion into dishes. The joy, he says, is the instant feedback, especially when you cook and serve across the counter.</p>


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<p>The Wagyu Experience closes with Sagabiyori pot rice enriched by soy-marinated egg yolk and pickles, and Kyoto white miso soup, comforting, sweet and savoury in balance. The dessert is a passion-fruit pavlova with light meringue and bright fruit acidity, like a playful goodbye after a serious conversation.</p>



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<p><em><strong>Gyu+ Bar by Miyoshi</strong>, Shop 401-404, 4/F, Lee Garden One, 33 Hysan Avenue, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong.</em>  <strong> <em>Tel:</em></strong><em> 2116 0593. gyubar.com.hk</em></p>



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<p>Text: Joseff Musa&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Photos: Gyu+ Bar by Miyoshi</p>


Cuts to Chase: Gyu+ Bar by Miyoshi delivers wagyu you can feel, not just taste


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<p>Hong Kong will always move at a faster-than-usual speed, but some things still demand the slow, deliberate strike of a chisel.</p>



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<p>Hong Kong artist and actor Carlos Koo has spent years proving that true luxury isn’t mass-produced. It is etched, one precise blow at a time. Now, his centuries-old craft of copperplate engraving collides with one of the most potent machines on the road: the new Aston Martin DBX S.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">When Hammer Meets Horsepower</h3>



<p>Koo first learned metal engraving the hard way. Unable to find anyone in Hong Kong willing to customise his Harley-Davidson by hand, he taught himself on YouTube, then refined the technique under Indonesian master I Dewa Saputra. What began as a personal obsession became a philosophy: every mark must mean something.</p>



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<p>That same philosophy now meets Aston Martin’s newest flagship SUV.</p>



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<p>The DBX S is the purest expression yet of the “S” lineage that stretches back to the 1953 DB3S racing car. Power climbs to a thunderous 727PS and 900Nm of torque, drawn from turbo technology transferred directly from the forthcoming Valhalla supercar. Zero to 62 mph disappears in 3.3 seconds. The top end remains a cool 193 mph. Yet the real story is not the numbers. It is the intelligence of the engineering.</p>



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<p>A new optional carbon-fibre roof, the largest single carbon element ever fitted to an Aston Martin, sheds 18 kg from the highest point of the car, lowering the centre of gravity. Optional magnesium 23-inch wheels, a first in the SUV segment, remove another 19 kg of unsprung mass. A lightweight polycarbonate honeycomb grille with more than 25,000 individual facets further shifts weight distribution rearward. The result is a machine that feels sharper, more alert, and more alive than its already formidable sibling, the DBX707.</p>



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<p>Aston Martin’s design team has given the DBX S an unmistakable identity: pure-black vaned grille, upturned side air splitters, vertically stacked quad exhausts, and solid-metal “S” badges glass-enamelled in red, the same treatment once reserved for the V12 Vantage S and Rapide S. Inside, a herringbone pattern expands upward across the seats like speed lines frozen in Alcantara and leather. The “S” is embroidered, embossed, and carved into the very DNA of the cabin.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Verses in Chisel, Verses in Carbon</strong></h3>



<p>Koo’s works such as <em>Phantom Peace</em>, <em>Tides of Culture</em>, and <em>Purple Dawn Ascending</em> explore tension, hybrid identity, and resilience. Each piece is the product of hundreds of hours of absolute focus. “Metal engraving is all or nothing,” Koo says. “There is no room for error.”</p>



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<p>That same intolerance for compromise defines the DBX S. Its 9-speed wet-clutch transmission can send 100 percent of torque to the rear wheels. Its electronic roll control keeps body lean to a mere 1.5 degrees even at the limit. Carbon-ceramic brakes measuring 420 mm up front deliver near-inexhaustible stopping power. Every component has been considered, refined, and made to matter.</p>



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<p>And the parallel is deliberate. Koo’s chisel and Aston Martin’s engineers both reject the disposable. One works in copper and meaning; the other in carbon, magnesium, and velocity. Both create objects that reward attention and endure.</p>



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<p>The frames for Koo’s exhibition, designed by Hong Kong visual-effects artist Victor Wong, already blur heritage technique with contemporary form. Imagine that same sensibility applied to the DBX S: the permanence of hand-engraved detail meeting the kinetic sculpture of a 727-horsepower ultra-luxury SUV.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">The Statement</h3>



<p>Aston Martin CEO Adrian Hallmark has spoken of the brand’s commitment to class-leading performance, ultra-luxury design, and innovation. Carlos Koo speaks of passion as the only path to excellence. Together they form a quiet but powerful argument: in an age of instant everything, the most desirable objects are still those that required time, skill, and uncompromising intent.</p>



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<p>Some stories are written in ink.</p>



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<p>Others are written in copper.</p>



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<p>The rarest are written in both, and then driven at 193 mph.</p>


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<p>The heart of Mexico beats loudest in its central highlands and the rugged valleys of Oaxaca in the southeast. A perfect winter sanctuary between October and February, the region offers a mesmerising tapestry of indigenous traditions, Spanish colonial architecture, world-class gastronomy and breathtaking natural wonders.</p>



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<p>Far removed from the beach resorts of the Yucatan Peninsula, Central Mexico and Oaxaca provide an authentic dive into the country’s profound cultural soul. From the high-altitude metropolis of Mexico City to the cobblestone streets of Puebla and the sun-drenched valleys of Oaxaca, this trans-regional corridor represents the absolute pinnacle of Mexican art, history and culinary genius.</p>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">City Tour</h3>



<p>Any comprehensive exploration of Central Mexico must begin in Mexico City, a sprawling modern-day megalopolis built directly over the ruins of the ancient Aztec capital of Tenochtitlan. The city is a treasure trove of historical layers. In the central square, or zócalo, the grand Metropolitan Cathedral stands shoulder to shoulder with the excavated ruins of the Templo Mayor, once the spiritual heart of the Aztec Empire.</p>



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<p>Walking through the leafy avenues of neighbourhoods like Roma and Condesa reveals a stunning collection of French-inspired Art Nouveau and Art Deco architecture from the early 20th century. Further south, the historic canals of Xochimilco offer a glimpse into ancient pre-Hispanic agricultural techniques, where brightly coloured wooden boats called trajineras glide past floating gardens known as chinampas.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Spain Remains</h3>



<p>Leaving the capital and heading southeast brings you to Puebla, a majestic colonial city nestled beneath the snow-capped peaks of the Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl volcanoes. Puebla is a masterpiece of Spanish Baroque urban planning, and its historic centre is blanketed in brilliant, hand-painted Talavera tiles that catch the high-altitude sunlight.</p>



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<p>Directly adjacent is the twin town of Cholula, home to Tlachihualtepetl, the Great Pyramid of Cholula – the largest pyramid by volume in the world today. The Spanish built a splendid yellow Catholic parish church, the Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de los Remedios, directly on top of this massive indigenous structure, creating one of the most iconic and visually striking architectural juxtapositions in all of the Americas.</p>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Ancient Oaxaca</h3>



<p>Descending further south into the Sierra Madre mountains reveals the crown jewel of southern Mexico – Oaxaca de Juárez. Located in a fertile valley surrounded by jagged peaks, Oaxaca city is a living monument to the Zapotec and Mixtec civilisations, whose descendants make up the majority of the local population.</p>



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<p>Time slows down in the historic centre. Built from a distinct green volcanic stone called cantera verde, it radiates out from the lively zócalo, where marimba bands play under the shade of massive laurel trees. Nearby, the Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán, with its hyper-detailed gold-leaf interior, serves as a towering symbol of a place that lives and breathes artistic expression.</p>



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<p>Just a short drive outside Oaxaca de Juárez lies Monte Albán, one of the earliest primary cities in Mesoamerica. Carved out of a flat mountaintop 2,500 years ago, this ancient Zapotec capital overlooks the entire Oaxacan valley. Walking among its grand stone plazas, astronomical observatories and ball courts conjures a profound sense of the engineering marvels achieved by pre-Columbian societies long before European contact.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Mole Valleys</h3>



<p>It is in the high-altitude valleys of Central Mexico and Oaxaca that the country’s treasured ancient culinary techniques thrive. The absolute bedrock of this gastronomy is heirloom corn, nixtamalised using traditional Mesoamerican methods to unlock its nutrients and create the perfect dough, or masa, used for tortillas, tamales and tlayudas.</p>



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<p>Oaxaca is widely celebrated as the land of the seven moles, incredibly complex, slow-simmered sauces that combine dozens of ingredients, including toasted chillies, nuts, seeds, dried fruits, fresh herbs and bitter Mexican chocolate. In the most famous variant, Mole Negro, the rare, smoky chilhuacle pepper, burnt tortilla ashes and Oaxacan chocolate combine to create a rich, velvety indulgence. In Puebla, a parallel culinary rivalry exists with Mole Poblano, a sweeter, red-brown variation often served over chicken and sprinkled with toasted sesame seeds.</p>


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<p>Street food across this region is an art form. Tacos al pastor, another Puebla speciality, features thinly sliced pork marinated in dried chillies and achiote, shaved off a vertical spit directly into a fresh corn tortilla with a slice of pineapple, cilantro and raw onions. In Oaxaca, the undisputed street-food king is the tlayuda – a large, crisp, toasted corn tortilla smeared with asiento (unrefined pork lard), refried black beans and shredded quesillo, then topped with grilled meat.</p>



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<p>To accompany these late-night feasts, one must turn to mezcal, the artisanal spirit that defines Oaxacan liquid culture. Unlike tequila, which is produced industrially from a single agave species, mezcal is crafted entirely by hand from dozens of wild and cultivated agave varieties. The agave hearts, or piñas, are roasted in conical earthen pits lined with volcanic stones and oak charcoal, giving the spirit its signature, intensely smoky notes. At a traditional, family-run distillery, or palenque, in Santiago Matatlán, an hour’s drive southeast of Oaxaca city, varietals like Espadín, Tobalá and Tepeztate can be tasted directly from the terracotta stills.</p>



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<p>Shopping here is a direct encounter with multi-generational families who have preserved ancient artistic techniques for centuries. The Oaxaca valley is organised into specialised artisan villages, each dedicated to a singular craft. In Teotitlán del Valle to the east, Zapotec weavers use foot-powered wooden looms to create breathtaking wool rugs and tapestries. The wool is dyed using natural ingredients harvested from the surrounding countryside: brilliant reds come from cochineal, a tiny insect that lives on nopal cacti; deep blues from wild indigo; and warm yellows from marigold petals.</p>



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<p>A short drive south of the city brings you to San Bartolo Coyotepec, renowned for its barro negro, or black pottery. Artisans shape the local clay completely by hand without a potter’s wheel, rubbing the exterior with a quartz stone before firing it in underground pits to achieve a striking, metallic black sheen. Further south in San Martín Tilcajete, craftsmen carve copal wood into fantastical, brightly painted spirit animals known as alebrijes.</p>



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<p>Sunday in Tlacolula de Matamoros welcomes one of the oldest continuously operating open-air markets in Mesoamerica. Here, indigenous vendors from remote mountain villages descend into the valley to sell fresh produce, wild honey, hand-carved wooden whisks and blocks of raw Oaxacan chocolate laced with cinnamon and almonds.</p>


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<p>The winter months represent the golden window for travel in Central Mexico and Oaxaca. During this post-rainy season, the mountain valleys are incredibly green, skies are a crisp, cloudless blue, and daytime highs hover around a comfortable 26 degrees Celsius, though night temperatures in the mountains can drop significantly.</p>



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<p>Visiting over the last weekend of October allows you to witness Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, when families cover cemeteries and home altars in yellow marigolds, sugar skulls and incense to guide the souls of ancestors back to the earthly realm. On 23 December, Oaxaca hosts the whimsical Noche de Rábanos, where artisans carve oversized radishes into complex religious and historical scenes.</p>



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<p>No matter which month you travel, sitting in a candle-lit Oaxacan courtyard at the end of the day, sipping a smoky mezcal amid the scent of roasting chillies and copal incense, the realisation will dawn that this region is the emotional and creative anchor of the North American continent.</p>


Aztec Aspect: Timeless marvels abound in Mexico’s highlands, from the peaks of Puebla to Oaxacan mezcal and mole


<p>In a world of fleeting trends and mass-produced pieces that fade as quickly as they arrive, one name continues to carve out space, literally and figuratively, for something far more enduring. Christophe Delcourt doesn’t just design furniture. He invites it into your daily life as a quiet seducer, a silent partner in the architecture of living.</p>


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<p>Self-taught and deeply rooted in the ateliers of French manufacturing, Delcourt spent years immersing himself in materials, traditional techniques, and the exacting art of fine furniture making. In 1995, he founded <strong>Delcourt Collection</strong>, now widely regarded as a benchmark in French design. What sets it apart is not flash or excess, but a refined, understated elegance that feels both contemporary and timeless.</p>


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<p>Delcourt’s work is a masterclass in balance: architectural precision meets the expressive soul of raw materials, especially wood. He draws inspiration from architecture, art, and nature, treating each piece as a study in form and material integrity. Nothing is superfluous. Every curve, joint, and surface is intentional.</p>


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<p>Yet no single hand creates these works alone. Each piece emerges from a close collaboration between Delcourt and a network of expert artisans, cabinetmakers, ceramists, brass casters, and upholsterers. The result is furniture that carries the unmistakable signature of French craftsmanship while speaking a modern design language.</p>


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<p>As Delcourt himself puts it:</p>



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<p>“Furniture is first and foremost an element of seduction. We maintain a daily relationship with it; it participates in our environment in the same way as architecture or a piece of art.”</p>



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<p>That philosophy sits at the heart of Delcourt Collection. These are not objects you simply place in a room. They shape the room. They invite touch. They age with grace. They become part of the story of a home.</p>



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<p>In an era that often prioritizes speed over substance, Delcourt Collection stands as a quiet counterpoint, championing high-quality craftsmanship through contemporary design, and proving that true luxury lies not in excess, but in the integrity of materials, the honesty of form, and the enduring pleasure of living with beauty every day.</p>



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<p>Discover the collection. Let the seduction begin.</p>



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<p>Molteni&amp;C Hong Kong Flagship Store</p>



<p>G/F &amp; 1/F, Cubus, 1 Hoi Ping Road, Causeway Bay</p>


Furniture That Seduce the Senses: Meet the Master of Timeless French Design


<p>Thirty years after a simple idea was spoken in Brianza, “Let’s create something worth talking about”, MERIDIANI arrives in Hong Kong.</p>


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<p>At Shop 5, Ground Floor, Horizon Plaza, a new 1,500-square-foot showroom opens its doors this September, marking both the brand’s 30th anniversary and a fresh chapter in Italian living. Developed with Happyology, the space does more than display furniture. It invites you to step inside a philosophy: my home is ME.</p>


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<p>Here, interiors are approached like a tailored garment. Forms, fabrics, leathers, woods, stones and metals become a personal vocabulary. Nearly 500 upholstery options and more than 140 finishes allow every sofa, table, and outdoor piece to speak in your voice. From living to dining, sleeping to open-air, MERIDIANI designs complete atmospheres; refined yet comfortable, timeless yet unmistakably yours.</p>


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<p>Crafted entirely in Italy and guided since day one by Art Director Andrea Parisio, each collection carries the quiet luxury of proportion, touch, and detail.</p>


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<p>MERIDIANI offers something rarer: a home that feels like an extension of who you are.</p>



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<p>Discover it at Horizon Plaza</p>



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<p>MERIDIANI × Happyology</p>



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<p>Shop 5, G/F, Horizon Plaza</p>



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<p>Open daily 10:30 am – 6:30 pm</p>


My Home Is Me: Italian Soul Finds Its Hong Kong Address


<p>The essence of the season finds expression in liquid form most easily in autumn. As the heat of summer wanes and menus turn heartier, cocktails call for depth, warmth and layered complexity – qualities revealed in oak-aged liquors and richly spiced liqueurs.</p>



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<p>These spirits form the backbone of cocktails that feel unmistakably aligned with autumn’s flavours and atmosphere. Bourbon stands at the forefront. With notes of caramel, vanilla, toasted oak and subtle sweetness, it mirrors the comforting all-American staples of maple syrup, pecan pie and baked apples. Rye whiskey, slightly spicier and drier, adds structure and a peppery finish that cuts beautifully through richer ingredients.</p>



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<p>Aged rum contributes molasses warmth and hints of brown sugar, while reposado and añejo tequilas rested in barrels offer soft vanilla and gentle smoke. Herbal liqueurs like amaro introduce bittersweet balance, preventing seasonal drinks from becoming overly sweet.</p>


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<p>Few cool-evening drinks capture that character more effortlessly than a <em>Maple Old</em> Fashioned. Enjoyed as a digestif or a nightcap, this refined variation of the classic cocktail replaces simple syrup with pure maple syrup, lending earthy sweetness that harmonises with bourbon’s natural vanilla tones. A few dashes of bitters add spice, while a wide strip of orange peel brightens the finish. Served over a large ice cube in a heavy rocks glass, it feels substantial and grounding. A cinnamon stick garnish adds aroma without overpowering the drink.</p>



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<p>For those drawn to moodier profiles, a <em>Smoked Manhattan</em> delivers depth and drama. Rye whiskey provides spice, sweet vermouth lends herbal richness, and bitters add complexity. A brief infusion of smoke achieved by torching a rosemary sprig or using a smoking technique induces an aromatic layer that feels both modern and timeless. Inviting slow sipping, this versatile tipple works well before, after or during a meal – it pairs seamlessly with roasted meats or earthy mushroom dishes.</p>



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<p>Not every autumn cocktail must be weighty. A <em>Pear and Thyme </em>Spritz offers brightness while remaining seasonally appropriate. Pear nectar or purée blends with gin or vodka, fresh lemon juice sharpens the edges, and sparkling wine adds effervescence. A sprig of thyme provides herbal fragrance and visual refinement. The result is crisp yet softly aromatic.</p>



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<p>As evenings become cooler, warm cocktails become especially appealing. A <em>Spiced Rum Hot Toddy </em>combines aged or spiced rum with hot water, fresh lemon juice, honey and whole spices such as cloves and cinnamon. The aroma alone sets a welcoming tone. Doubling as both refreshment and comfort, it is particularly suited to outdoor gatherings.</p>



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<p>For a contemporary twist, a <em>Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini </em>merges seasonal flavour with modern cocktail culture, especially when Halloween looms. Vodka, freshly brewed espresso, coffee liqueur and a spoonful of lightly spiced pumpkin purée create a velvety drink with balanced sweetness. The bitterness of coffee offsets pumpkin’s richness, preventing it from becoming overly indulgent. A dusting of grated nutmeg or cocoa powder enhances both presentation and aroma.</p>



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<p>A <em>Fig Sour </em>offers another layer of seasonal sophistication. Muddled fresh figs or fig preserves shaken with bourbon, rye or aged rum, lemon juice and a drizzle of honey conjure tart, floral and slightly earthy taste sensations. An optional egg white adds a silky foam top. The interplay of fruit and spirit captures the subtle transition from late harvest to winter nights.</p>



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<p>Presentation plays a vital role in the autumn cocktail experience. Dehydrated citrus wheels, rosemary sprigs, cinnamon sticks, star anise and jewel-toned cranberries enhance visual warmth. Oversized ice cubes slow dilution while adding polish. Glassware choices – coupes for elegance, rocks glasses for weight – shape the mood of the evening.</p>



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<p>When curated thoughtfully, a selection of cocktails can move with the rhythm of an evening. Begin with something bright and inviting, transition to deeper spirit options as dinner unfolds, and perhaps end with a warm or subtly sweet note. Stirred or shaken, served chilled or steaming, these drinks embody comfort, sophistication and the quiet richness that defines this time of year.</p>


Mixed Spice: Harvest, Halloween and happy hour – craft cocktails that capture the spirit of autumn


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<p>There’s a special kind of magic when a family sits down to share a meal and everyone, from the littlest pasta-lover to the most discerning nonno, feels instantly at ease. That wonderful, reassuring feeling is exactly what Spaghetti House Tsim Sha Tsui serves up, and it starts long before the first plate of spaghetti arrives. It begins the moment you step into a space deliberately designed to feel like a sun-kissed Italian street that somehow wandered into the heart of Hong Kong.</p>


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<p>Walk up to the entrance, and you’ll notice the outdoor-style bricks underfoot and climbing the walls, complete with painted wall-mounted planters that look ready for a lazy afternoon watering. Real outdoor street lamps cast a warm glow, while cleverly placed street signs and road markers arrange themselves into the Spaghetti House logo. It’s pure street theatre, the kind of casual, lived-in European vibe you might stumble upon on any charming Italian corner. Yet this is no generic Italian fantasy. Because this Spaghetti House has been a Tsim Sha Tsui landmark for generations, the designers wove local soul into every “street.” Look closely at those planter murals, and you’ll spot the Star Ferry gliding across the harbour, snippets of the waterfront streetscape, and other unmistakable Hong Kong flourishes. It’s an Italian atmosphere with a Victoria Harbour heartbeat.</p>


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<p>Push open the door and the biggest design surprise hits you right between the eyes (and the ceiling). A bright, radiant sky stretches overhead; a light-panel ceiling that is one of the project’s star features. Even though the restaurant sits on the first floor of a shopping mall, the team refused to surrender the outdoor feeling. Existing windows were kept wherever possible and framed with outdoor-style architectural surrounds, while the luminous sky panel floods the space with daylight brightness. The best part? It’s fully dimmable. Come evening, the “sky” softens into a gentle dusk, shifting the mood from sunny lunchtime energy to intimate nighttime glow without ever losing that open-air magic.</p>


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<p>Venture deeper and the European street continues to unfold. Elegant arched doorways and architectural details appear just as they would on any real Italian thoroughfare; soft curves that invite you to wander from one cosy nook to the next. The arches don’t just look pretty; they create natural sightlines and intimate pockets perfect for family conversations, first dates, or that long overdue catch-up over a shared plate of carbonara.</p>


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<p>Every brick, every lamp, every painted ferry and dimmable sky panel works together to deliver one simple promise: you can relax. This is a place built for lingering, for laughter, for the comforting clatter of cutlery and the happy chaos of a family meal. The design doesn’t shout “look at me.” It whispers “come in, stay awhile, you’re home.”</p>


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<p>So next time you’re in Tsim Sha Tsui, skip the ordinary and step onto this little Italian street that somehow knows Hong Kong by heart. Spaghetti House has turned design into pure comfort food for the soul, and the pasta’s pretty outstanding too. Bring the whole famiglia. The sky’s waiting, the arches are open, and the table is set for memories.</p>


Pasta-tecture Perfection: Spaghetti House’s Street-Smart Design


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<p>Ever wondered what makes a top-tier international property developer tick? Henry Wong, a visionary leader whose expertise, passion, and innovative approach are reshaping the Hong Kong and global real estate landscape. Whether you’re an investor or a homebuyer, his projects offer a golden opportunity to stake your claim in Hong Kong’s vibrant skyline!</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">How is your professional background suited to a career with an international property developer?</h3>



<p>With years as an executive director at Top Spring Group, I bring extensive experience in boutique real estate investment, backed by a strong academic foundation in law, business, and arts. I understand legal transactions, navigate industry challenges, and lead multicultural teams to create high-quality, market-driven properties.</p>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">What attracted you to join The Top Spring Group in 2015?</h3>



<p>Joining my family’s business, I was inspired by the company’s regional footprint and commitment to growing with Hong Kong’s community. Top Spring’s diverse projects and supportive culture fuelled my passion for innovative real estate development.</p>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">What are the main areas of commercial activity and expertise of the Group?</h3>



<p>We develop luxury residential, retail, and property management projects across Hong Kong, China, and Australia. Notably, our 128 WATERLOO penthouse sold for over HK$241 million, cementing our reputation for excellence.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">How does Top Spring navigate the recent upheavals in China’s property market?</h3>



<p>We stay ahead by monitoring regulations, diversifying our portfolio, conducting rigorous market analysis, and implementing robust risk management plans to weather downturns effectively.</p>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">How do you foresee Hong Kong’s property market evolving?</h3>



<p>We anticipate a gradual recovery driven by government policies, improved investor sentiment, and global economic stabilization—especially with dropped interest rates. Our developments, like 128 WATERLOO, are already performing well amidst these trends.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">What makes your HK projects, such as 128 WATERLOO, stand out from other premium developments?</h3>



<p>Our projects boast a sublime modern classic design inspired by British architecture, cutting-edge smart home features, and meticulous quality control. They are not just homes—they’re landmarks blending luxury, innovation, and sustainability.</p>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Why are these projects such attractive investment opportunities?</h3>



<p>They combine proven high sales with impressive rental yields—reaching HK$70 per square foot—and feature innovative designs and amenities. Our strong reputation and strategic partnerships ensure quality and investor confidence.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Why should investors consider putting their money into your Hong Kong residential projects?</h3>



<p>Our track record speaks volumes—delivering record-breaking sales and high customer satisfaction. Coupled with attractive rental income, innovative features, and a robust network, our developments promise promising returns and long-term growth.</p>


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