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Tuck in to our exclusive shoots at the region’s top restaurants, interviews with celebrated chefs, and stunning hotel and resort tours from luxury destinations in Asia-Pacific and beyond…
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The interview: Cavaliere Giovanni Viterale on why now’s the right time for Singapore’s first villa-only resort, Raffles Sentosa Singapore
With 62 villas, each featuring its own private pool, Raffles Sentosa Singapore stands out among the city’s recent hotel openings, including Artyzen Singapore, The Edition, and The Standard.
Boulevard’s picks: A taste of rare and collectable whiskies
Rare whiskies go beyond age or price – they represent the pinnacle of craftsmanship, time and scarcity. These are not just spirits but stories in a bottle, shaped by decades of maturation, meticulous cask selection and the hands of master distillers dedicated to preserving tradition while pushing boundaries.
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The interview: K. P. Ho, founder of Banyan Tree Group, on three decades of luxury hospitality
Banyan Tree Group founder K.P. Ho talks us through three decades of differentiated luxury hospitality, the bright future of branded residences, and crashing drones into his latest prestige developments.
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The interview: Yohei Akao, founder of interior design firm Strickland, on his transformation of the Grand Hyatt Singapore
Strickland founder and designer director Yohei Akao talks us through his meticulous transformation of the Grand Hyatt Singapore, bringing together nature, city and brand heritage in the iconic Orchard hotel.
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The interview: Sonu Shivdasani, co-founder of Soneva resorts, on buying into paradise
Pioneering hotelier and co-founder of Soneva, Sonu Shivdasani, launched the brand’s first resort with a view to having a residence in the Maldives. Now, many of his guests do too.
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The Dictador 5 Decades collection is equal parts sculpture and spirit
When the great Richard Orlinski was asked to come up with a design for rum bottles that functioned as both rare spirits and fine art, the artist welcomed the challenge as a "fusion of two universes." And he couldn't have asked for a better partner in Dictador Rum.
Design tour
The art of memorable elegance: Armani Hotels in Milan and Dubai
There’s an enveloping scent of wood, light and alpine, with just an undertow of amber, that ushers you in and ultimately defines a stay at the Armani Hotels in Milan and Dubai. Devastatingly sophisticated, but at the same time, accessible. Supremely poised, and yet welcoming – a near-paradox the Armani maison somehow effortlessly extends to every touchpoint from design and service to amenities and gastronomy.
New release
Sullivans Cove unveils the 24-year-old single malt whisky from the final “lost cask”
Some years ago, Sullivans Cove discovered five casks from the distillery's earlier days in a remote area in Tasmania, which were considered lost to time. Four of these casks were released in 2020 as a 21-year-old vatted expression, leaving the final cask to mature longer.
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The interview: Peter Ng, founder of Maduro, on music, whisky and cigars
After spending 15 years as a professional – and highly regarded – jazz pianist both in Singapore and on the international circuit, Peter Ng eventually started and settled down into his core property business in London. It was only when he found himself looking for somewhere to smoke a cigar that he conceived of, and then opened Robusto – the first incarnation of Maduro. The now beloved jazz, whisky and cigar club recently relocated to the Sofitel hotel in Sentosa, where Boulevard caught up with Ng over a Montecristo…
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The Macallan’s Harmony IV Collection is an exceptional fusion of artistry and flavour
The Macallan Harmony Collection debuted in 2021 as a special series of limited-edition spirits that re-use organic materials for its packaging. Blending art, design, and sustainability, the Speyside distiller releases its fourth edition in a unique collaboration with Cirque du Soleil, creating an entirely new level of sensory experience.
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Bruichladdich unveils its 15th Octomore series, including the second most heavily-peated spirit yet
Bruichladdich's Octomore, the distillery's annual collection of heavily-peated expressions, finally re-emerges with another triumvirate of 5-year-old single malt Scotch whiskies with the 15th Octomore series. This lineup includes the second most heavily-peated spirit in its category yet, following the 8.3 Octomore with a 309 phenol parts per million (PPM).
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Glenfiddich presents an exclusive 31-year-old whisky finished in a 9-year-old Bordeaux cask
Glenfiddich is known for its exceptional Grand Series collection that celebrates the combination between single malt and cultures from around the world. This includes the 29-year-old Grand Yozakura, the first single malt Scotch whisky finished in rare ex-Awamori casks, as well as the rare Palo Cortado Sherry cask-finished Gran Cortes.
The interview: Tetsuya Wakuda, acclaimed chef and owner of Tetsuya’s, on cultivating timeless taste
Today, like most Sydney suburbs within easy reach of the CBD and harbour, Rozelle has been thoroughly gentrified. Back in late ’80s, however, this inner-west enclave — considered since the early 20th Century to be one of the state’s most underprivileged, polluted areas — maintained a steely grip on its original unvarnished industrial character.
New release
The Macallan Time : Space Mastery pays tribute to past whisky makers
The Macallan celebrates its 200 years of legacy with an all-new expression that pays tribute to its past whisky makers. This is the Time : Space Mastery, a unique whisky made from the diverse inventory of the most exceptional oak casks.
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The interview: Mandala Club’s Ben Jones on how its partnership with luxury hospitality group ICON1C is elevating the private club experience
From Soho House to Annabel’s, the private club has become our generation’s idea of the third space—a place for connection, entertainment, and access. Singapore’s private club scene may be small, but it’s thriving. In a city this compact, clubs are under constant pressure to raise the bar, offering members exclusive events, curated experiences, and insider access to the best in dining, arts, and culture.
Sullivans Cove unveils a rare 17-year-old second-fill whisky
As the second oldest whisky distillery in Tasmania, Sullivans Cove enjoys the distinction of producing some of the most complex single-cask expressions in the Australian market. Further adding to the award-winning distillery's exceptional portfolio is its rare 17-year-old American oak second-fill whisky release, the TD0107. With this blend, collectors enjoy a unique blend of herbal notes and a powerful dark and heavy finish.