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Not for those with a fear of heights, the J Hotel perches on the top floors of Shanghai Tower, the second tallest building in the world.

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Not for those with a fear of heights, the J Hotel perches on the top floors of Shanghai Tower, the second tallest building in the world.

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Just over 39,000 sq m dedicated to the study of the cosmos.

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Just over 39,000 sq m dedicated to the study of the cosmos.

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Imbibed amidst an immersive patchwork of sounds, scents, and flavours, the latest edition of Krug's much-loved multi-vintage Champagne strikes a chord that is as joyful as it is delicious.

I'll be the first to concede that there's nothing quite like "the intangible quality...of taking in the terroir" but insofar as virtual tastings are concerned -- essentially the status quo for drinks industry pundits in 2021 -- the recent unveiling of Krug's latest Grande Cuvée proved to be oddly visceral and thrilling (in some ways, even touching). Every year since 1843, the eponymous makers of prestige Champagne have released a new assemblage of reserve wines, always consisting of the classic Champenois trio of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Meunier; and always left to age sur lie for 7 years.

Dispensing first with the formalities, the 169th Edition is a "generous expression" of 146 wines made in 11 different years (Krug bottle single vintages relatively infrequently), the oldest of which harkens back to the turn of the millennium. It is, however, the 2013 vintage that -- to butcher a musical analogy -- really sets the bassline: with intensely "luminous and pure" Chardonnays; racy Meunier; and Pinot Noir that extrudes a long, treacle finish. It is in a word, unsurprisingly, 'scrumptious': at its best harmonising alongside sharp aged cheese; aromatic seafood dishes; maybe even a cheeky slice of tarte tatin.

Unsurprisingly, the hallmarks of this Grande Cuvée (namely quality, consistency, and complexity) remain present year in, year out; but it's Krug's highly intuitive method of presentation that helps to immerse drinkers in the art of crafting prestige Champagne. With the jubilant voice of Olivier Krug pouring into their ears -- livestreaming in from the Maison's ancestral holdfast in Reims -- participants in these 'Encounters' were able to hear the story of the 169th Edition in a style that takes you beyond the spoken word. An "audio pairing" composed by Belgian musician Ozark Henry (and fed through to listeners using 8D technology) chronicles, in sonic form, the entire journey of the latest Krug edition: from plot to tasting, and finally harmonious blending together at the hands of Cellar Master Julie Cavil.

As ever, these 'Encounters' ended with a culinary presentation (in Hong Kong, presided over by Island Shangri-La's Uwe Opocensky) inspired by the tasting notes for the current edition -- langoustine and freshly jetted oysters seem to be much-favoured accompaniments this time round -- followed by a round of questions for the Maison's patriarch, Mr. Olivier Krug. On whether he was excited for a resumption of global travel -- to better present this 169th annual bottling -- he expressed optimism. Until then, you could do a lot worse than sipping to a soundtrack.

The 169th Edition of Krug Grande Cuvée is now available at various retail partners throughout Hong Kong, including Watson's, The Fine Wine Experience, CitySuper and Avize Wine Cellar. To learn more, visit Krug online.

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The Met Gala this year has its focus on American fashion, but how did America become one of the world's fashion capitals

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Best Showrooms in Shanghai => Shanghai has been described as the “showpiece” of the booming economy of China. Featuring several architectural styles such as Art Deco and shikumen, the city is renowned for its Lujiazui skyline, museums, and historic buildings. It is also the home of the prestigious design event, Design Shanghai, thus it is logical that many of the most luxurious design brands such as B&B Italia, Artemide, Kartell, and many more, chose this incredible city to have their furniture design pieces showcased at their Luxury Showrooms.

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Have you been among those who made a pact to travel more once the COVID-19 pandemic has subsided? Are you wondering which of the world’s best restaurants you want to book first? Luckily, you don’t have to scour the internet, as I’ve already compiled the best of them for you here.  1. Ithaa Undersea If you haven’t been to the…

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Public art is the lifeblood of one of the world’s foremost cultural hubs.

From 26 September to 31 December 2020, the historical and cultural heart of Shanghai, the Shanghai Jing'an Sculpture Park (JISP), brings the worlds of nature and design together by hosting the fifth edition of the Jing'an International Sculpture Project.

The city’s biennial sculpture exhibition was launched in Jing'an in 2008. Since then, sculpture has become an ever more distinguishing feature of the district’s urban landscape. Organised by the Jing'an District Government and curated with the Purple Roof Art Gallery, the project is an ongoing endeavour to introduce world-renowned international artists to the local community.

The Creative Minds

It is not typical for government-initiated public art projects to involve a creative team. In Jing’an, however, the District Government is seeking out and investing in the curatorial expertise of gallery professionals. With a keen eye on public art and sculpture, Shanghai Purple Roof Art Gallery has successfully organised the Jing'an International Sculpture Project since 2010.

Reshaping Space

In keeping with its fundamental characteristic as public art, the latest edition of the project, themed “Reshaping Space”, aims to boost public participation and interaction. The exhibition space extends from Wujiang Road Pedestrian Street Plaza, to Henglong Plaza, Fengshengli and other lively commercial areas. An exhibition area has also been set up at SISU Jing'an Foreign Language Primary School in order to inspire the creative minds of the future.

One of the indoor exhibitions, the “Floral·Art Space”, is being held in the Sculpture Park Art Center, and integrates floriculture and sculpture into a rich and colourful visual experience.

Twenty nine artists from 10 countries – China, Cameroon, German, India, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Spain, Ukraine and United Kingdom – were invited to exhibit, bringing with them 56 sculptures, which were divided into 33 groups.

“Amelia 1, Julian, Yasmin” by Julian Opie 

Born in London, Julian Opie graduated from Goldsmiths College of Art, University of London in 1983.  His work is exhibited in many major museum collections including the Tate Modern, UK, The British Museum in London and Victoria and Albert Museum in London. His exhibit is the representative work of the artist, which takes “walking men” as creative objects. Taking portraits as the main creative form, Opie considers those “walking” movements in people’s lives are to be the most natural and common movements, reflecting different moods and colours.

However, Opie does not hold a realistic mentality in creation, but takes the concept first and regards them as a symbol of a hidden environment. “How do people participate in a public environment” is used as the starting point for thinking. Like other representative works, the forms of Opie’s exhibitions are beginning to change, calling this movement as “moving painting”. His creation is not limited to the traditional art of painting and sculpture; he comprehensively uses sound and light and computer animation and other means in his work, combining these new materials with his paintings.

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"Four Ways” by Richard Long  

Sir Richard Julian Long is one of the best-known British land artists. He is the only artist to have been shortlisted four times for the Turner Prize. "Four Ways" is a self-portrait of his life on earth. It represents his participation in the world through walking, and the result of the interaction between his energy and natural materials and forces.

There is a duality in his works — traveling far away and taking root in his hometown. He was made a CBE in 2013 and knighted in the 2018 Honours List for his contributions to art.

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"Unite" by Pedro Reyes 

This work is one of Pedro Reyes’ most renowned large scale installations. Reyes' position, the use of pick-up materials, and the negation of the corporate mentality led him to support the art of poverty and gained unprecedented international attention through his unique views on society.

As the director and curator of the art organisation Torre de Vientos (windmills), Reye held exhibition tours in Harvard University, Cambridge University, Monte Carlo, Milan, Mexico City and Shangri-La in Puerto Rico. Reyes constantly explores how individuals can be liberated in a space, or how to inspire a group of people to coordinate their work.

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"Arbre à palabres" by Pascale Marthine Tayou 

Since the beginning of the 1990s, Pascale Marthine Tayou’s participation in Documenta 11 (2002) in Kassel and at the Venice Biennale (2005 and 2009) has introduced him to a broad international public. In some African traditions, “Arbre à Palabres” (a talking tree) is often a metaphor for everyday popular mass gatherings in which everyone can speak about the social, economic or political life of his or her community. Such a place is a city that matures based on the needs and experience of its residents.

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"Moon Bay" by Liang Shaoji

For nearly 30 years, Liang Shaoji has worked in domains spanning art and biology, installation and sculpture, new media and critical points of behaviours. “Moon Bay” is forged in stainless steel, crimping and destructing the oil fume pipe into the shape of a conch. Bathing under the gentle moonlight, surfing in the breeze, the sculpture sings lightly and plays a poetic imagination of environmental protection.

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"Ever Time Gate" by Juan Garaizabal 

The work reproduces many of the lines with Chinese architectural elements that Juan Garaizabal has studied. Each element has its own greatness until now, not only in its own time.

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Purple Roof Art Gallery

After successfully hosting the Jing'an International Sculpture Project on four previous occasions, Julia Mao and Peter Zhao, founder of Purple Roof Public Art, believe the sustainability of the Project is a result of the close collaboration of professionals from multiple sectors, the benefits reaped by the local community and role the Project plays in boosting Shanghai’s reputation as a center for cultural exchange.

Founded in 2006, the Purple Roof Art Gallery is a fascinating public art space, as well as a multi-functional institute which features expressions of creativity through productions and exhibitions. Passionate about artistic creation and practice, the Gallery advocates the concept of “art is life” and provides strategic planning and innovative execution for public art events.

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Italian builder Azimut Yachts has developed both a Virtual Lounge and an e-Boat Show series that will start in late May.

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Newly opened Europa Sailing School in Subic Bay is located an hour from Clark Airport, connected by direct flights to many key cities in Asia.

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