Wanderfolk: Game Of Thrones Whisky, Free Stopovers in Fiji, Iconic Amber Reopens in Hong Kong
PUBLISHED May 7th, 2019 07:00 am
We hope you’re hungry because good things are coming soon to your belly, from the iconic restaurant Amber in Hong Kong to Maldives‘s new barbecue joint and a special Game of Thrones whisky pop-up. Also, how does a free holiday in Fiji sound?
Legendary Hong Kong Restaurant Amber Reopens
Amber is no small fry in the Hong Kong dining scene, and their accolades include two Michelin stars and highly-coveted rankings on the World’s 50 Best Restaurants list. After more than ten years in operation, they’ve now reopened after a four month-long renovation with 50 new dishes — all completely free of dairy and refined sugar. The Dutch(man) behind it all is Culinary Director Richard Ekkebus, who favours using seasonal Japanese produce such as abalone and sea urchin in his cooking. Amber’s signature might have been overhauled, but we have no doubt they’ll soon again send its credentials soaring.
Amber is located at The Landmark, Mandarin Oriental, 15 Queen’s Road Central, Central, Hong Kong, p. +852 2132 0066. Open daily 12pm – 2pm, 6pm – 9pm.
Fiji Airways Offers Free Stopover in Fiji
Why fly over these majestic islands when you can stopover for free with Fiji Airways? Available for passengers travelling from Singapore to New Zealand or the USA before 22 December, the stopover can be taken on either leg of your journey and even includes airport transfers. You’ll get two free nights at selected hotels like Tanoa International Hotel, with the option of upgrading to more premium resorts like The Hilton Resort on Denarau Island or the brand new Pullman Nadi Bay. Just book your flight via Fiji Airways or your favourite travel agent, and they’ll handle the rest. Soon, you’ll be diving with sharks and discovering the mythical Sawa-i-Lau Caves.
For more information about Fiji Airway’s free stopover promotion, see here.
Game of Thrones x DFS Activation at Singapore Changi Airport
The White Walkers may be defeated, but the battle for the Iron Throne rages on stronger than ever with the limited edition Game of Thrones Single Malt Scotch Whisky Collection. In conjunction, Diageo has partnered with DFS Group to launch a global exclusive pop-up in Singapore. Taking place until 28 May at the Changi Airport Terminal 3 Departure Hall, immerse yourself in the popular TV series by tasting the new whisky collection, personalising souvenirs, and even taking a photo on the throne!
Diageo’s Game of Thrones exclusive whisky pop-up is happening now to 28 May 2019 at Changi Airport Terminal 3 Departure Hall.
Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi To Open The Ledge by Dave Pynt
Remember Chef Dave Pynt of Burnt Ends, the Michelin-starred Australian BBQ legend from Singapore? The culinary mastermind has collaborated with the upcoming Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi to open an exclusive new restaurant: The Ledge by Dave Pynt. Featuring his signature custom-built four-ton dual cavity oven and elevation grills fired by sustainable Jarrah wood, it’s the perfect spot for a leisurely brunch of wood-fired meats and fine wine. With 45-day dry-aged beef ribs, lobster rolls, and grilled whole groupers, there’s really no reason not to visit.
The Ledge by Dave Pynt is opening at the upcoming Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi in July 2019.
FOR FOREST To Be Unveiled in Austria This September
There is watching football, and there is watching football. Worthsee Football Stadium in Klagenfurt is being transformed Austria’s largest public art installation this September, and will stay that way for more than a month. Inspired by a dystopian drawing by artist and architect Max Peintner, Klaus Littman’s FOR FOREST sees around 300 trees (some weighing up to six tons each) transplanted over the football pitch to replicate a native central European forest. Audiences will experience a unique panorama of trees under natural light or floodlight. Whichever the case, it’s an ever-changing landscape of gloriousness.
FOR FOREST will run at Worthersee Stadium in Klagenfurt, Austria, from 9 September to 27 October 2019.
