Entries by Gemma Shaw

Spooktacular October: Halloween fun for adults and children in Hong Kong

This October, Hong Kong is buzzing with Halloween festivities for both adults and children! Families can enjoy spooky donut baking at Bimbo Concept, embark on adventures at Island Shangri-La’s Hansel & Gretel’s Sweet Escape, or revel in Disneyland’s Halloween wonderland. Adults can join Zuma’s lively late-night arcade, while Ocean Park and Black Sheep offer thrilling […]

Guiding global minds at Korean International School

The Korean International School (KIS) stands as a beacon of educational excellence, offering a unique blend of Korean culture and a rigorous international curriculum. At the helm of the International Section is Principal Daniel Hilton, an experienced educator with a diverse background that spans from UK Grammar and Independent schools to renowned international institutions in […]

Elevating cocktails: The Aubrey’s journey through Kaizen

This month, we’re excited to spotlight The Aubrey, an elevated Japanese izakaya located on the 25th floor of the Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong. Recently recognized at Asia’s 50 Best Bars Awards, it impressively climbed to No. 10 in the 2024 rankings. Under the guidance of Devender Sehgal, Assistant General Manager and Beverage Manager, the bar’s […]

Exciting changes ahead for Hong Kong Academy

Hong Kong Academy (HKA) is a non-profit, International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum school that emphasises an inclusive, holistic education and strong sense of community. Offering year-round admissions, HKA is known for helping students excel both academically and through extracurriculars. We spoke with the new Head of School, Kasson Bratton, who joined HKA in August 2024, to […]

The CDNIS Early Years Centre

Canadian International School of Hong Kong (CDNIS) is a renowned, non-profit institution offering comprehensive education for students from Nursery through Grade 12. With a strong commitment to both academic excellence and personal development, CDNIS follows the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum at both the Middle Years Programme (MYP) level and the Diploma Programme (DP) level in […]

Paddington Bear Takes Over The Langham, Hong Kong

Calling all Paddington fans (and their parents!) The Langham, Hong Kong, has recently launched a staycation in partnership with Britain’s most famous bear. Conceptualised by British-born writer Michael Bond over 65 years ago, the kind and polite Paddington Bear has rocked up at the hotel and been given a new duffle coat in The Langham’s […]

Experience the Magic of Halloween at Disneyland Hong Kong

As autumn approaches, there’s an undeniable thrill in the air, especially at Disneyland Hong Kong, where Halloween transforms the park into a whimsical wonderland. Last week, we had the spectacularly spooky job of visiting the park to experience their Halloween offering, running until October 31. This year offers a captivating blend of beloved Disney heroes […]

Two Hong Kong Hotels Among Top 5 in World’s 50 Best Hotels 2024

Hong Kong’s position as a world-class luxury destination was further solidified in 2024 as two of its leading hotels ranked within the top five of the prestigious World’s 50 Best Hotels list. Rosewood Hong Kong and The Upper House both earned spots among the best, with Rosewood taking the No. 3 position and The Upper […]

Coldplay’s Music of the Spheres World Tour Lands in Hong Kong

Hong Kong is set to welcome one of the world’s most iconic bands as Coldplay brings their Music Of The Spheres World Tour to the city in April 2025. The highly anticipated concert will take place at the newly opened Kai Tak Sports Park, promising an unforgettable experience for fans. Since launching the tour in […]

Where to eat and drink in September

Raise a glass to Argo’s latest ‘Combinations’ menu ARGO at Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong is offering a fresh perspective with its new “Combinations” menu. Led by Beverage Manager Federico Balzarini, the acclaimed bar—ranked No. 9 in Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2024—takes cocktail innovation to new heights by exploring the layered possibilities of single ingredients. […]

Step Into the Magical World of Oz

Looking for an unforgettable weekend adventure? Hong Kong is rolling out the yellow brick road for a dazzling experience you won’t want to miss! Here’s what’s happening:  Hong Kong Ballet presents The Wizard of Oz Kick off your weekend with the Asian premiere of Septime Webre’s The Wizard of Oz by Hong Kong Ballet! From […]