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Amber restaurant at Landmark Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong reopens May 2019

May 24, 2019

Acclaimed restaurant reopens with a progressive new menu by chef Richard Ekkebus May 24th, 2019 Two-star Michelin restaurant Amber at The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, …

Singapore World Spirits Competition – June 5th & 6th

May 18, 2019

Prestigious American spirits competition comes to Singapore June 5th & 6th – focus on Asian spirits May 18th, 2019 The Tasting Alliance, the parent …

Irusu Lounge – hidden bar & lounge in Saigon

May 12, 2019

Well-executed cocktails and sophisticated lounge vibe at Japanese inspired bar in central Saigon May 12th, 2019 Located down a nondescript alleyway in Saigon’s District …

Asia’s 50 Best Bars – list of 2019 winners announced at awards event in Singapore

May 10, 2019

The Old Man in Hong Kong takes the No.1 ranking at Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2019 announcement May 10th, 2019 The 2019 listings of …

Akira Back Bangkok – contemporary Asian restaurant at Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park

April 30, 2019

New Robata Grill menu introduced at Bangkok offshoot of global Akira Back restaurant collection April 30th, 2019 Internationally celebrated Korean-American chef Akira Back …

Singapore Cocktail Festival 2019 – annual cocktail celebration returns May 10th – 18th

April 26, 2019

Singapore’s annual celebration of all things cocktail – Festival Village May 10th – 12th April 26th, 2019 Asia’s largest celebration of cocktails – Singapore Cocktail …

Singapore’s Top 10 Rooftop Bars

Our annual round-up of the standout destinations among Singapore’s plethora of rooftop bars.
Enjoy breathtaking views and great drinks year-round from the glamorous bars atop soaring office and hotel towers, or take in close-up urban streetscapes at laid-back outdoor terraces.

CE LA VI - restaurant + bar + club lounge at SkyPark at Marina Bay Sands
ARTEMIS - Mediterranean grill and bar
SPAGO - restaurant by Wolfgang Puck and rooftop terrace at Marina Bay Sands
SMOKE & MIRRORS - accomplished mixology at National Gallery Singapore
LANTERN – luxury bar and restaurant – Fullerton Bay Hotel
HI SO - poolside glamour at Sofitel SO Singapore
SOUTHBRIDGE – cocktails and oysters overlooking Singapore River at Boat Quay
LEVEL 33 – rooftop craft micro-brewery and restaurant
BRACI - modern Italian cuisine & classic cocktails at Boat Quay
TIGER'S MILK - Peruvian grill cuisine and pisco cocktails

ABar Rooftop – rooftop bar at Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park

April 6, 2019

Gin-centric cocktails and signature G&Ts at Bangkok rooftop bar with city skyline views April 6th, 2019 Standing atop the Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park, ABar …

Cantina – Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen in Bangkok

March 25, 2019

Neighborhood trattoria opens on Sukhumvit Soi 11 with a focus on Napolitano-style pizza March 25th, 2019 Dining options along Bangkok’s vibrant Sukhumvit Soi …

Dimbulah Bistro – new bistro opening at Raffles Hospital in Singapore

March 22, 2019

Gourmet coffee and cafe group open a stylish new flagship bistro in Singapore March 22nd, 2019 Well known in Singapore for their gourmet estate-grown …

008 Bar – cocktail bar in Bangkok

March 19, 2019

New speakeasy-inspired bar in Thonglor focuses on Prohibition-era classic cocktails March 19th, 2019 Nestled within the luxury boutique akyra Thonglor Bangkok Hotel, 008 Bar was …

The Monarchy – cocktail bar & ultra lounge opens in Singapore

March 12, 2019

British-themed cocktail bar & ultra-lounge offers elevated drinks & late night party experiences March 12th, 2019 Meticulously detailed to replicate the famous entrance of 10 …

Cocktail books – 10 popular guides for the home bartender

February 7, 2019

Improve your mixology skills with these top-selling cocktail books February 7th, 2019 Even the best award-winning bartenders need to consult reference books for …

12 first-class Hong Kong cocktail bars

Discerning cocktail drinkers are spoilt for choice in Hong Kong with the wave of impressive bar openings in recent years heralding an increased creativity and sophistication in the local bar scene.

Headed by accomplished local and international bartenders, Hong Kong’s bars are attracting global recognition and awards, placing the city in the spotlight as a destination for memorable bar experiences and accomplished mixology.