SINGAPORE, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Established in 2010, the Arteastiq brand is an idea that brings the soul and spirit of Singapore’s food history to life, offering multi-sensory and taste-provoking experiences to diners. To realize the vision of leading the global wave of culinary style innovation, Arteastiq chose Vietnam as its first stop outside Singapore, bringing Arteastiq The Sanctuary to District 2 of Ho Chi Minh City.

With a history of tea cultivation spanning more than 2,000 years, Vietnam offers many opportunities for Arteastiq’s expansion strategy. At the same time, this is also a country with a long tradition of enjoying tea, with the amount of tea and coffee consumed per capita per month up to 0.1kg. Above all, Vietnam’s vibrant cultural and artistic scene in recent years has provided a promising playground for the brand’s creative activities, a perfect canvas between tea and art for Arteastiq.

The great potential for the brand’s success in Vietnam also comes from the fact that the F&B industry is on a strong developmental path, expecting a growth of 8.65% per year from 2021-2026.

Arteastiq The Sanctuary’s menu offers a multi-sensory experience around the world, with unique dishes such as Singaporean Sambal Sauce Barbs served with dried Laksa noodles. This dish promises a flavourful ‘adventure’ with oven-baked bass fillets drenched in ground sambal peppers and dried shrimp, served with vermicelli, deep-fried onions, cucumber and a bit of kumquat squeezed on top like the perfect note. Equally prominent is Truffle Hunters of Italy, a luxurious dish of freshly cooked capellini pasta in truffle sauce, paired with sautéed sliced beef tenderloin with mushrooms and a hint of Yan fruit ponzu sauce, bringing a delicate flavour to the tip of the tongue.

The Dream Afternoon Tea Set and Paradise Afternoon Teasery are unique high tea collections of delicate pastries, sandwiches and small desserts that create a poetic feel, paired with Arteastiq’s finest teas. The Teaserys are like a serene symphony at sunset, bringing feelings of happiness and relaxation.

With the unique combination of art and cuisine at the core of the brand, Arteastiq initiated an Art Jamming Studio on the 2nd floor (also known as their Artistry Alcove) of Arteastiq The Sanctuary. This is where Art Jamming sessions will take place, where diners can express their inner artists and satisfy their creativity on canvases, while enjoying delicious food and Arteastiq’s famous specialty tea. 

At the same time, an all-new edition of Silent Art Jamming Club was introduced to guests for the first time, which is also exclusively for Vietnam. The Silent Art Jamming concept addresses the noise problem commonly found at traditional parties or events by assisting participants to enjoy DJ music through headphones. Participants can still enjoy high-quality audio and interact with each other without making noise, all while painting with luminous paint under UV lights. Therefore, this is a very interesting and relaxing group activity, suitable for gathering friends and family. This program will be held regularly every weekend evening at Arteastiq The Sanctuary.

“When I first came to Arteastiq The Sanctuary, I felt like I was stepping into a work of art where architecture and food dance together. The modern lounge, decorated with designer furniture, creates an atmosphere of elegance and luxury, reflecting the sophistication and creativity in the dishes,” said a diner who participated in the launch.

“This is not just a dining experience but a journey of immersion into the world of art, led by Arteastiq’s exceptional hospitality. I left feeling satisfied, eager to return. Whether it’s with friends or family, Arteastiq will provide an unforgettable moment that you should experience for yourself,” she said. 

These comments reinforce Arteastiq The Sanctuary’s unwavering commitment to delivering a world-class customer experience. Every aspect, from the meticulously curated selection of food and tea to the attentiveness of the staff, is designed to ensure diner satisfaction. This commitment to excellence is the standard Arteastiq has pursued and maintained since its inception. It is Arteastiq’s dedication to creating unforgettable moments and delivering exceptional hospitality that has helped Arteastiq Group become a leader in food and lifestyle.

The Arteastiq brand traces its roots to the history of Singapore and the Teo family, descendants of the long-standing Chaozhou district in Guangdong Eastern Province, which is recognized as the “capital” of Gongfu Tea. Ivan Teo, the youngest son in the family, was inspired by a childhood event, when a lychee accidentally fell into the oolong teapot he was brewing. The accidental blend of sweet lychee and wood-scented oolong left a deep impression on him.

As an entrepreneur, Ivan was determined to recreate this unique taste and aroma, which is why Arteastiq was born. His entrepreneurial mindset and passion for tea have been instrumental in shaping Arteastiq’s innovative spirit and global mission. Ivan Teo, CEO of Arteastiq Group affirmed: “I am dedicated to delivering an unparalleled experience where art combined with tea and exceptional hospitality converge to create unforgettable moments for our customers.”

Ivan’s devotion to service excellence, innovation and culinary arts has been noticed. In 2023, Arteastiq received the prestigious Epicurean Star Award for Best Café presented by the Restaurant Association of Singapore, recognised for its outstanding quality, presentation, hospitality and overall experience. That marked the second time the establishment has received the award since 2016.

Arteastiq’s goal of fostering quality customer relationships is further strengthened by the exclusive VVIP Membership Program for diners in Vietnam. Platinum members enjoy unlimited access to tea sets, along with special gifts for two years. At the same time, Platinum members will also receive their own embroidered pillow, all to enhance the tea and art experience for them every time they come to Arteastiq.

For its grand opening, Arteastiq The Sanctuary is giving away 1000 sets of tea sets for 7 days, at the end of which 3 lucky guests will be selected to receive an entire year’s supply of free tea sets. Following the grand opening on 23^rd March 2024, the establishment plans to continue imprinting its mark on Vietnam’s culinary scene. As Arteastiq pushes the boundaries of culinary innovation, one thing remains constant: a commitment to crafting moments that linger in the hearts and minds of diners.

Address: 49 Xuân ThủyThảo Điền, Quận 2, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh 700000, Vietnam

Operation Hours: Daily 9am to 11pm

Reservations & Enquiries: 090 910 89 42

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• Tokyo’s Sézanne climbs to the top spot to be awarded The Best Restaurant in Asia, sponsored by S.Pellegrino & Acqua Panna
• Singapore leads the rankings with nine entries, and welcomes newcomers Seroja (No.31), also the winner of the Highest New Entry Award 2024, sponsored by Nongshim, and Lolla (No.43)
• Moving up an impressive 32 spots is Wing (No.5) in Hong Kong, which takes the Highest Climber Award, sponsored by Korean Air
• Nusara (No.6) is this year’s Gin Mare Art of Hospitality Award recipient while fellow Bangkok spot Haoma (No.90) wins the Sustainable Restaurant Award
• Mineko Kato from Tokyo’s Faro earns the coveted title of Asia’s Best Pastry Chef, sponsored by Valrhona
• Kevin Lu of Logy (No.22) in Taipei is the winner of the Beronia Asia’s Best Sommelier Award
• Sung Anh of Mosu (No.41) in Seoul takes home the peer-voted Inedit Damm Chefs’ Choice Award

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SEOUL, South Korea, March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Sézanne in Tokyo was named The Best Restaurant in Asia, sponsored by S.Pellegrino & Acqua Panna, at the live awards ceremony for Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2024. The prestigious ceremony was held in collaboration with host destination partners Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (MAFRA) and the Seoul Metropolitan Government.

Tokyo’s Sézanne is crowned No.1 in Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2024, sponsored by S.Pellegrino & Acqua Panna, at a live awards ceremony in Seoul

Created from the votes of Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants Academy, an influential gender-balanced group of 318 experts made up of food writers and critics, chefs, restaurateurs and regional culinary leaders, this year’s list includes restaurants from 19 cities across the region and eight new entries.

Helmed by chef Daniel Calvert, Sézanne offers neo-French cuisine that showcases modern classics with expert precision, incorporating high-quality Japanese ingredients. Situated on the seventh floor of Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Marunouchi, the restaurant draws inspiration from the eponymous town in France’s Champagne region. The dining experience includes an extensive selection of rare champagne bottlings, artisanal sparkling wines and vintage cuvées.

William Drew, Director of Content at Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants, says: “We extend our sincere congratulations to the esteemed restaurants featured on this year’s ranking — a true example of the vibrancy and diversity of Asia’s culinary landscape. Special acknowledgement is in order for the entire Sézanne team: its impeccable cuisine, hospitality and innovative approach has resulted in the restaurant becoming a must-visit destination.”

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MAY YOUR BASKET BE FILLED TO THE BRIM WITH SWEET TREATS, AND MUCH MORE

MACAU, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Galaxy Macau™ and Starworld Hotel are serving up an egg-citing range of gastronomic offerings during this loving Easter long weekend, with a variety of special holiday treats and events to ensure you a memorable Easter season. You’ll be in for a surprise at Raffles Lounge & Terrace, Andaz Kitchen, CHA BEI at Galaxy Macau and Temptations at StarWorld for their warmhearted degustation menu as all members in the family are well considered in echoing the core of this holiday – celebrating tradition and spend quality time with ones you valued. Just make it one to remember with the Eggstatic dining experience and let your favorite bunnies know they’re on your minds!

Scrumptious European Lunch at Raffles Lounge & Terrace

Known for the rich European tradition, ordering its signature afternoon tea and pretend to travel back in time to an opulent golden age seems to be one thing must to do for all guests visiting Raffles Lounge & Terrace. But for those with a taste for savoury pleasures, the lounge & terrace has much more to offer. The chefs curate an all-day dining menu also showcasing creative European dishes with timeless elegance.

Capturing the essence of springtime and as a gift to the Easter, Raffles Lounge & Terrace presents lavish lunch sets for both adult and children, featuring seasonal palates as Grilled Brandt Sirloin, Mashed Potato with Port Wine Jus or Crispy Amadai, Zucchini ‘Pasta’, Champagne Beurre Blanc to reflect of the freshness of nature. Children would be served with the enticing Spaghetti Bolognaise, Vine Tomato with Parmesan Cheese and be free to join the egg painting workshop at Terrace. Let’s not forget the Éclair Trolley, wheeled around with a selection of exotic flavors, leaving guests with unforgettable sweet memories.

From 30 to 31 March, 12pm to 2pm, enjoy the scrumptious Easter lunch by Raffles Lounge & Terrace. Holders of ICBC card are eligible to up to 20% off discount. Adult menu is priced at MOP488/person and kids menu is priced at MOP228/person, with an extra of MOP288 to enjoy free-flowed of selected red & white wines, cocktails & milk shake. Book your table now with +853 8883 2221.

Paint Your Own Easter Memory at CHA BEI

There’s no better way to memorize the holiday with your own creation, especially when it’s unique and more, edible! CHA BEI not only provide sweet delicacies, but sweet ventures too. Easter Painting Workshop will be launched at the end of March, allowing family guests to unleash their enormous imagination and creativity on small crispy biscuits. Attendees have to finish icing cookies and decorate Easter eggs and cupcakes in 30 minutes, consider it being a sweet and fun task for both parents and children that calls for tight cooperation. Workshop opens from 11am to 6pm, only on 30 and 31 March, each slot can cater maximum 8 pax of guest and pricing at MOP188/pax. Limited seats, book now through +853 8883 2221.

Delightfully unique Easter Brunch at Andaz Kitchen

Start off this Easter Sunday with Andaz Kitchen’s brunch buffet featuring Seafood Platter, Trolley Service, Made-to-Order Delicacies and Festive Desserts.

Fresh Oyster and other seafood would be presented to each guest in set with Portuguese Crab Pate. Scotch Egg with Portuguese Black Pudding Sausage and Orange Arugula Salad, Pulled Pork Brioche with Cinnamon Red Cabbage and Potato “Pala-Pala”, freshening up guests with creative combinations to start the holiday. And don’t miss out the unique Bagel Trolley and Chouriço Trolley. Guests can also choose their favorite dishes from the extensive Portuguese and neighborhood selection, and complete this brunch experience with our free-flow beverage package showcasing selected champagne and gin cocktails crafted by our mixologists at our gin station.

Festive egg painting game welcomes every family to spread their ideas and there will be a gift for every child at the Easter Brunch.

The Easter Brunch is only available on 31 March, served at MOP588 for adult and MOP288 for kids (6-12yrs), extra MOP180/person for free-flow of selected drinks. Holders of ICBC card are eligible to 15% off discount. To make a booking, please call +853 8883 2221.

Temptations Launch Easter Buffet

Temptations at StarWorld offers more than just world-class food, and has launched a bunch of new options for the Easter holiday season, featuring ingrediencies from all around the world, from on ice seafood to hot Chinese dishes, guaranteeing the new menu will win the hearts of all members in the family. Custom-made Portuguese Seafood Rice, Alaskan Crab Legs and Roasted U.S. Beef Sirloin with Mustard and French Pepper Sauce are also your favorite. Indulge in an extensive spread of appetizers, chilled seafood and salads to complement a variety of delicious main courses. Conclude the sumptuous meal with our delightful selection of Easter-themed desserts.

The Easter Buffet is on for 29 to 31 March, covering the whole Easter Weekend. Semi-buffet Lunch available from 12pm to 3pm, Adult pricing at MOP268 while child pricing at MOP188 (4-12 years). Buffet Dinner serve from 6:30pm to 10pm with adult pricing at MOP338 while child pricing at MOP188 (4-12 years). Book now +853 8290 8688 to secure a table and enjoy unforgettable Easter fun with your family!

More dinning offers and excitement at Galaxy Macau can be discovered at https://www.galaxymacau.com/offers/dining/.

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About Galaxy Macau Integrated Resort

Galaxy Macau™, The World-class Luxury Integrated Resort delivers the “Most Spectacular Entertainment and Leisure Destination in the World”. Developed at an investment of HK$43 billion, the property covers 1.1 million square metres of unique entertainment and leisure attractions that are unlike anything else in Macau. Six award-winning world-class luxury hotels provide close to 4,000 rooms, suites and villas. They include Banyan Tree Macau, Galaxy Hotel™, Hotel Okura Macau, JW Marriott Hotel Macau, The Ritz-Carlton, Macau, Broadway Hotel. Unique to Galaxy Macau, the 75,000-square-meter Grand Resort Deck features the world’s longest Skytop Adventure Rapids at 575 metres, the largest Skytop Wave Pool with waves up to 1.5 metres high and 150-meter pristine white sand beach. Two five-star spas from Banyan Tree Spa Macau and The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Macau help guests relax and rejuvenate.

As the dining destination in Asia, Galaxy Macau offers a wide variety of gastronomic delights, exquisite experiences and ingredients of the finest quality with over 120 dining options from Michelin dining to authentic delicacies; Galaxy Promenade is the hottest shopping destination featuring the latest in fashion and curated experiences in Macau. Spanning over 100,000 square meters, luxury flagship stores, lifestyle boutiques and our selection of labels are among the more than 200 world-renowned brands for a world-class shopping journey; Galaxy Cinemas, a 10-theatre 3D Cineplex boasting 4K laser projection; CHINA ROUGE, one-of-a-kind deluxe lounge that evokes the glitz and glamor of Shanghai’s golden era with entertainment in luxury and style; and Foot Hub presents the traditional art of reflexology to make you feel more relaxed and revitalized. For Authentic Macau Flavours & Vibrant Asian Experiences, Broadway Macau – just a 90-second walk via a bridge from Galaxy Macau, has over 35 Authentic Macau & Asian Flavours at its Broadway Food Street. The 2,500-seat Broadway Theatre plays host to world-class entertainers and a diverse array of cultural events. Meeting, incentive and banquet groups are also well looked after with a portfolio of unique venues in Galaxy Macau and a professional service staff.

Galaxy Macau is set to begin a new chapter, with the opening of two world-class luxury hotels – Raffles at Galaxy Macau, to be soft opened on August 16, and Andaz Macau. Galaxy International Convention Center (GICC) is the latest addition to the Group’s ever-expanding integrated resort precinct and will usher in a new era for the MICE industry in Macau. GICC is a world-class event venue featuring 40,000 sqm of total flexible MICE, and a 16,000-seat Galaxy Arena – the largest indoor arena in Macau.

For more details, please visit www.galaxymacau.com, www.broadwaymacau.com.mo and www.galaxyicc.com.

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SUZHOU, China, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Recently, Scivita Medical Technology Co., Ltd. (“Scivita Medical”) and Boston Scientific Corporation (NYSE: BSX), a leading global medical technology company, joined hands again to sign an expanded strategic cooperation arrangement.

The introduction of iterative endoscopic technology has brought about a positive transformation in the field of endoscopy, making it an interventional tool that combines diagnosis and treatment. Single-use videoscopes are considered a solution to cross-infection in traditional endoscopy, making them a promising solution for the future medical endoscope market. The global market value of single-use videoscope was USD 0.5 billion in 2020, and is estimated to increase to USD 9.2 billion in 2030, according to Frost & Sullivan.

Scivita Medical is a medical device company that provides minimally invasive diagnosis and treatment solutions, and focuses on research, development and commercialization of medical endoscopes and related products. The company has made globalization its strategic goal. Scivita Medical is making progress towards this goal through strategic cooperations with Chinese enterprises and multinational companies, like Boston Scientific.

Under the arrangement, Scivita Medical will expand its relationship with Boston Scientific for strategic co-development and global distribution activities. Such activities may include collaboration on the co-development of future endoscopic devices, and global distribution opportunities for Scivita Medical’s single-use endoscope and imaging devices. It is expected that this expanded arrangement will help bring Scivita Medical products to more hospitals and patients throughout China and other global geographies.

“We are excited to further our relationship with Scivita Medical which we anticipate will help provide physicians with more device options in geographies around the world,” said Mike Jones, senior vice president and president, Endoscopy, Boston Scientific. “We look forward to successfully building on that relationship with this new arrangement.”

“I am delighted to announce the deepened collaboration between Scivita Medical and Boston Scientific, a leading global medical technology company. This strengthened relationship will help us combine our core strengths and expertise to deliver high-quality single-use endoscope solutions to doctors and patients in various regions across the globe. Working with a company like Boston Scientific is crucial to Scivita Medical’s globalization strategy. We will continue to focus on innovative research and development, expand our business cooperation models, and provide more innovative, high-quality, and accessible products to benefit doctors and patients worldwide,” said that Dr. Chin To, Co-founder, General Manager, and Chief Technology Officer of Scivita Medical.

About Scivita Medical

Founded in 2016, Scivita Medical is a medical device company that provides minimally invasive diagnosis and treatment solutions, and focuses on research, development and commercialization of medical endoscopes and related products. Scivita Medical takes ‘Globalization’ as its core strategy and has established R&D centers both in China and Japan. With solid in-house R&D capabilities, Scivita Medical has established a unique technology platform built upon five synergistic core technologies, and built a comprehensive portfolio of endoscope products and therapeutic products covering all types of endoscope procedures conducted by the various clinical departments, to address diverse medical needs. Adhering to its value of ‘Clinical Focus’ ‘Collaborative Innovation’ ‘People Oriented’ ‘Excellence & Efficiency’, Scivita Medical will continuously upgrade its core technologies, improve market penetration with excellent products aiming to become the preferred brand, trusted by doctors and patients around the world.

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The first backers will receive their units during May

HONG KONG, March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Technology manufacturer JSAUX announces that the iF Design Award FlipGo Dual Stacked Portable Monitor nears the end of its Kickstarter campaign with more than $900,000 of funding, surpassing 14,000% of the initial funding goal. JSAUX’s FlipGo Dual Stacked Portable Monitor has already been featured in several technology and computer media. Below you can find some accolades:

• Windows Central: “This setup lets you use apps in full screen mode on a single display and lets you split your workload into separate screens that you can take with you on the go or set up at a desk”.
• Dexerto: “The dual-screened nature of it makes it easy to pick up and take away with you at an instant”.
• Geeky Gadgets: “[The FlipGo] versatility means that no matter what platform you’re using, you can interact with your work in a way that feels natural and boosts your productivity”.

ABOUT THE JSAUX FLIPGO DUAL STACKED PORTABLE MONITOR

The JSAUX FlipGo Dual Stacked Portable Monitor has been designed for digital nomads, remote workers and creatives featuring portability (it weighs between 1.1kg and 1.6kg), convenience (only needs one USB-C cable to power up) and efficiency. There are three models of the dual-screen portable monitor: the Standard, the Pro and the Touch Screen version.

The Touch Screen version features touch and gesture support for macOS and Windows in its dual-screen. Users not only can use their FlipGo as a regular touchscreen, but as a second touchpad for their laptops.

Each screen features up to 2.5K resolution and a pixel density of 200ppi with up to 500 nits brightness. The monitor is compatible with the latest Mac computers (M1, M2, and M3 chips) and can be powered only with one USB-C cable.

JSAUX has also designed the FlipGo dual screen portable monitor with a magnetic surface that can be attached to a wide range of stands, catered to all kinds of users. The Flex Folio is a leather case that protects your monitor from scratches and can be unfolded to use it as a stand to place the FlipGo close to your laptop or existing monitor. The Snap Stand uses a magnet to help you place the FlipGo at a more convenient height and is a solution aimed at digital nomads and people who work from home and in an office. The Snap VESA adapter lets you connect the monitor to a VESA stand easily.

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All visual assets for the JSAUX FlipGo Dual Stacked Portable Monitor can be downloaded at this link.

ABOUT JSAUX

JSAUX, a pioneer brand in innovation and quality, boasts products that are best-sellers across over 100 countries and regions worldwide, serving more than 20 million consumers. Since 2016, multiple JSAUX product lines sold on Amazon have been designated as “#1 Best Sellers”, ranking first in several categories. This success has solidified JSAUX’s foothold in the electronics accessories market and has further established the brand as one of the top 100 Chinese brands on Amazon.

In 2022, JSAUX swiftly rose to become one of the most popular brands in gaming accessories, firmly establishing itself as the premier brand for Steam Deck accessories. The brand’s strong product innovation, superior quality, robust supply chain, and consumer-centric brand strategy have enabled it to continuously design and produce outstanding products over the past seven years. This accomplishment is the result of seamless coordination within our internal teams, spanning from research and development to product manufacturing and global marketing.

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Immersive works from international artists – including Hong Kong luminary Kingsley Ng – mark the revival of the brand’s worldwide showcase for contemporary art

HONG KONG, March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — On 25 March 2024, The Peninsula will herald the return of its lauded global art programme, “Art in Resonance,” with a new exhibition at its flagship Hong Kong hotel. The opening, which kicks off during Hong Kong Art Week, features specially commissioned works from four visionary artists: Elise Morin, Kingsley Ng, Lachlan Turczan, and Saya Woolfalk. The exhibition will be open to the public through 17 May.

Originally introduced by The Peninsula in 2019 in collaboration with global cultural advisors Isolde Brielmaier and Bettina Prentice, Art in Resonance offers Peninsula guests deeply immersive experiences in their hotels’ respective destination cities. The programme also supports the larger cultural ecosystem by providing emerging artists with the funding, curatorial support and logistical capabilities that allow them to produce significant and complex new public artworks.

“This programme has always been about us committing to a deeper and more impactful engagement with artists – providing patronage, and a foundational platform for their work, rather than being passive venues,” said Gareth Roberts, Deputy Chief Operating Officer, The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited. “We are especially proud to have given Hong Kong artist Kingsley Ng the ability to produce his most ambitious project to date. Ng has certainly proven that the hotel’s legendary façade remains a fertile canvas for artistic imagination.”

Strikingly Immersive and Innovative New Works 

The exhibition will see Kingsley Ng (b. 1980, Hong Kong, China) unveil Esmeralda; a monumental kinetic installation created expressly for the hotel’s iconic forecourt. The piece takes its title from Italo Calvino’s celebrated 1972 novel Invisible Cities: a meditation on culture, memory, truth, past and present. Made with jade-coloured ribbons, each spanning 36 meters in length and individually controlled by motorised winches, Esmeralda will undulate between the physics of gravity and the buoyancy of air. The colossal work allows the artist to evoke the ephemeral ocean tides that have brought travellers to Hong Kong from all over the world for centuries.

Another dynamic work commissioned for the 2024 exhibit is Lachlan Turczan’s (b. 1993, Los Angeles, USA) Harmonic Resonance – a kinetic sculpture providing a hypnotic, meditative exploration of visible sound. The work features a parabolic mirror measuring over 1.6m in diameter, which encloses a shallow pool of water, where low-frequency infrasonic tones allow the artist to choreograph oscillating patterns to form on the water’s surface. “I have spent the past decade refining an art practice that follows a simple, natural algorithm: sound shapes water, water shapes light,” explained the artist, who cites the California Light and Space Movement from the 1960s as a major influence.

Elise Morin‘s (b. 1978, Paris, France) glittering SOLI , originally commissioned in 2019, has been significantly expanded for the Hong Kong exhibition. Morin’s multidisciplinary studio practice fuses science, art, and technology as she continues her exploration of landscape as a genre. The sculpture – made from thousands of obsolete CDs, each industrially pulverized according to their security grade – is reminiscent of the resplendent palaces of her native France, but instead offers a quiet commentary on the material burden of waste.

Finally, Saya Woolfalk (b. 1979, Gifu, Japan) will present Visionary Reality Portal, an immersive and multisensory digital-meditation chamber. Woolfalk’s studio practice is devoted to her ongoing series The Empathics – a fictional group that merges DNA with plants in order to achieve utopia. Through the Empathics’ physical transformation, the artist is able to explore themes of hybridity, spirituality, ethnography, and racial discourse. Housed in a purpose-built space on the ground floor, Visionary Reality Portal is constructed from hand-painted paper, live-action, and 3D animation, and includes a myriad of cultural references from mandalas to stained glass windows to nkisi (sacred traditional African objects that embody animal spirits). Woolfalk has also designed a custom Instagram filter that can be used within the exhibit, allowing visitors to become part of the installation, and form a lasting part of the artist’s digital archive. 

“From the inception of the Art in Resonance programme, The Peninsula Hotels has consistently demonstrated a brave commitment to artists’ visions,” said Bettina Prentice, co-curator of the Hong Kong exhibition. “By choosing to act as an incubator for bold and experimental ideas from new voices, the brand has made these complex concepts into reality.”

A Brand-wide Commitment to Contemporary Arts

The Peninsula has been committed to promoting the rich and vibrant cultural aspects of its properties’ destination cities for generations by inviting its guests to engage with art through numerous channels. The group has hosted artist residencies, mounted enriching and culturally representative exhibits, talks and symposia, and offered studio visits and workshops with local creators whose work exemplifies the distinctive flavour and energy of their home cities.

The exhibition artworks will remain at The Peninsula Hong Kong through 17 May, after which they will be displayed at other Peninsula properties, and joined by additional, newly commissioned installations from local artists. For the duration of the exhibit, The Peninsula Hong Kong will offer visitors free access to all pieces, as well as guided tours and activities that further illuminate the city’s vibrant art scene.

In tandem with the exhibition, The Peninsula Hong Kong will offer guests a special cocktail menu of Art in Resonance concoctions at the Felix Lab in Collectors’ Lounge of Art Basel Hong Kong. The menu features four cocktails and a mocktail, all conceived to resonate with the hotel’s art installations: Potato Soliloquy, Grape Soliloquy, Succulent Soliloquy, Corn Soliloquy and the non-alcoholic Coconut Soliloquy. They will also be available at The Bar of The Peninsula Hong Kong from 26 March to 17 May 2024. 

More information can be found at The Peninsula’s Art in Resonance programme webpage,  www.peninsula.com/art.

About The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited (HSH) 
Incorporated in 1866 and listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong (00045), HSH is the holding company of a Group which is engaged in the ownership, development and management of prestigious hotel, commercial and residential properties in key locations in Asia, the United States and Europe, as well as the provision of tourism and leisure, club management and other services. The Peninsula Hotels portfolio comprises The Peninsula Hong Kong, The Peninsula Shanghai, The Peninsula Beijing, The Peninsula Tokyo, The Peninsula New York, The Peninsula Chicago, The Peninsula Beverly Hills, The Peninsula London, The Peninsula Paris, The Peninsula Istanbul, The Peninsula Bangkok and The Peninsula Manila. The property portfolio of the Group includes The Repulse Bay Complex, The Peak Tower and St. John’s Building in Hong Kong; The Landmark in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam; and 21 avenue Kléber in Paris, France. The clubs and services portfolio of the Group includes The Peak Tram in Hong Kong; Quail Lodge & Golf Club in Carmel, California; Peninsula Clubs and Consultancy Services, Peninsula Merchandising, and Tai Pan Laundry in Hong Kong. 

Learn more at www.peninsula.com or follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

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CHONGQING, China, March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — A news report from iChongqing – Chongqing – On March 21, the 2024 Chengdu-Chongqing Sports Industry Alliance and the 6th Chongqing Sports Industry Expo launched at the Chongqing International Convention and Exhibition Center (Nanping) in Southwest China’s Chongqing.

This three-day event aims to integrate sports, consumption, and industry. It showcases the latest trends in the sports industry and provides a grand sports carnival for enthusiasts. Additionally, this expo is one of the highlights of the 2024 Chongqing Marathon International Consumer Season.

Featuring over ten major exhibition areas, such as Chengdu Sports, Sports and Travel Integration, Outdoor Camping, Fitness and Health, Fashion Sports, Ice and Snow Sports, Digital Sports, and Sports Training, the expo hosts more than 300 renowned sports brands from the United States, Canada, as well as provinces and cities such as Sichuan, Fujian, Shanghai, and Shandong.

With over a thousand products on display, ranging from sportswear to fitness equipment, energy supplements, smart wearables, injury rehabilitation, and hotpot delicacies, the expo caters to diverse interests within the sports industry.

Eight sports strategic cooperation projects were signed at the opening ceremony, including a remarkable 1 billion yuan(about $0.138 billion) contract for a fishing tackle production project in Nan’an District. Furthermore, several key projects were unveiled, totaling contracts exceeding 2 billion yuan, providing substantial momentum for the construction of the sports industry in Chongqing and driving the development of the city’s sports sector.

Simultaneously, the 2024 China Aviation Science Popularization Conference and the 8th National Youth Drone Competition were announced to be held in Chongqing.

In conjunction with the expo, various events, such as the China Marathon Grand Slam Season Three Hero Gathering, the China Road Running Industry Development and Innovation Dialogue, as well as roadshows for Chengdu-Chongqing trendy sports brands and sports industry projects, will take place.

Enhancing Chengdu-Chongqing Interaction

The expo focuses on serving the construction of the Chengdu-Chongqing economic circle by strengthening sports interaction in the region and accelerating the high-quality development of sports in the area.

The expo received guidance from the Sports Bureaus of Sichuan Province and Chengdu City and saw participation from various sports authorities, associations, and sports goods enterprises across Sichuan Province, fostering closer collaboration between Chongqing and Sichuan.

Moreover, a “Chengdu-Chongqing Trendy Sports Brand Live Streaming Sales Festival” will be held during the expo. It will feature continuous live-streaming sessions inviting sports brands from both cities to participate, further promoting the integration of commerce, tourism, and sports.

Dazzling Showcases and Performances

Throughout the event, activities such as the China Road Running Industry Development and Innovation Dialogue will bring together prominent industry organizations, sports stars, and Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) to provide insights and engage in discussions with attendees.

Additionally, over 20 companies, including Beijing Leon and Heartbeat Players, will conduct project presentations and performances, with nearly 20 sports and cultural exhibitions scheduled over the three days.

Promoting Sports Accessibility

Over 1,000 companies will collaborate online and offline during the expo to offer promotions, with discounts totaling nearly 5 million yuan. Over 100 exhibitors at the expo will provide interactive promotions on various products, including sports equipment, outdoor gear, and cultural products.

Furthermore, the expo will feature the “Chongqing Marathon Hotpot” activity, where a giant hotpot capable of serving 24 people simultaneously will be set up, showcasing 24 renowned hotpot brands and related ingredients. This initiative aims to give visiting runners an authentic taste of Chongqing’s famous hotpot cuisine.

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