Nurturing the scene
There’s much to be said about Tony Leung; but for an actor of his calibre, it can feel like no words will do him or his career justice. Nevertheless, Tatler took on the challenge and sat down with him to talk about his most iconic roles and his impact on the movie industry in Hong Kong and beyond. Also, Leung tells us he hopes his work in international films will pique viewers’ interest in the city’s rich cinematic culture.
While creativity can blossom thanks to the patronage of influential spokespeople like Leung, community-building is just as crucial, which is evident in the impact of Bad Times Disco’s conscientious parties on the Hong Kong music industry. And even when given the opportunity to blossom, creativity can face unjust obstacles like discrimination, just ask Sravya Attaluri, founder of Hello Colour, a social impact design lab that is giving Hong Kong’s minority talent a place to create for positive causes.
Other newsletter highlights this week:
- Tatler Asia announces community enrichment initiatives, official broadcaster and more ahead of highly anticipated Tatler XFEST match in February.
- Next week starts off with Mercury entering Capricorn—here is what each star sign should know.
- Lunar New Year is one of the most celebrated occasions in the world, and here are the dishes that pay tribute to new beginnings
- The new CEO of LVMH Watches Frédéric Arnault shares the vision behind the Tag Heuer Carrera Chronograph.
Dear Tatler reader, as busy as our weeks get, don't forget to nurture yourself before nurturing others. Until next time, have a happy Friday!
Salomé Grouard
Deputy Digital Editor
LIFESTYLE
What you missed from the Tatler XFEST Hong Kong press conference
Press conference for Tatler XFEST held at The Fullerton Ocean Park Hotel in Hong Kong (Photo: Zed Lee/Tatler Hong Kong)
Among the many events that are happening in January, the Tatler XFEST Hong Kong press conference was one that stood out for us. (Of course.)
From unveiling details on forthcoming community enrichment initiatives to announcing Tatler Asia’s official TV broadcast partner for the Inter Miami CF vs Hong Kong Team match, here is everything you missed.
MORE FROM LIFESTYLE
Ani Hao of music collective Bad Times Disco explains Hong Kong’s appetite for vinyl, and the power of music in building communities.
Chinese rapper Lexie Liu talks about her music, narcissism in the creative industry, and why she believes in the power of manifestation.
Galaxy Entertainment Group unveils phase three of its grand opening in Macau.
POWER & PURPOSE
Interior designer Joyce Wang tells us how a building made her feel “like a million dollar”
Joyce Wang (Photo: Tory Ho / Tatler Asia)
Hong Kong- and London-based interior designer Joyce Wang boasts footprints in hospitality projects across the world.
From designing restaurants like Mott 32 in Belon to the penthouse of Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park in London, she tells Tatler more about the projects she’s worked on, her creative process, and her upbringing.
MORE FROM POWER & PURPOSE
Hello Colour’s Sravya Attaluri is giving the city's minority talent a place to create for positive causes.
Here’s why achieving gender equality is essential to ending violence against women, according to two experts.
Emma Raducanu serves aces in an exclusive Tatler x HSBC fireside chat.
STYLE
LVMH Frédéric Arnault on reinventing Tag Heuer’s Carrera Chronograph
Frédéric Arnault, CEO of LVMH Watches (Photo: courtesy of Tag Heuer)
On the occasion of the launch of the Tag Heuer Carrera Chronograph, the new CEO of LVMH Watches Frédéric Arnault sat down with Tatler Hong Kong to talk about remaking an icon.
From reimagining the brand’s famous gold watch to the creative process behind their campaign—here is what he shared with us.
MORE FROM STYLE
Are you ready to celebrate the Year of the Dragon? Here are Tatler’s picks for the best luxury fashion capsule collections for the Lunar New Year.
These Hong Kong skincare brands will tackle your most commonly encountered issues like eczema, acne and pollution concerns.
Michelle Yeoh and Lululemon present the athletic apparel brand’s Lunar New Year Be Spring collection.
DINING
Lunar New Year foods from around the world
Hot pot with an assortment of fixings
This year, hundreds of millions of people from different cultures will come together to welcome the Year of the Dragon with distinct practices and rituals.
If you’re more excited about enjoying a feast than anything else and are in need of inspiration, here’s a compilation of celebratory foods that play a role in Lunar New Year festivities.
MORE FROM DINING
How did ferments, matcha, and Korean liquor take the world by storm? Soft power.
From lobster buffets to vegan cheeses and Dry January cocktails, here are all the restaurant happenings that should be on your radar.
From barnacles to octopus tentacles, the trendiest way to eat fish is from a tin—yes, you read right.
HOMES
Inside an oceanfront Hong Kong apartment
This apartment in Pok Fu Lam, Hong Kong, was revamped by Hero Design Group
This Pok Fu Lam digs was revamped by Hong Kong-based Hero Design Group, which took inspiration from the beautiful sea views and also created a show-stopping open kitchen.
After a two-and-a-half-month design process and a four-month renovation, the redesign was completed in early 2023.
MORE FROM HOMES
Simple, bold and honest, the Brutalism aesthetic can be found in buildings all over the world—here are some of the best.
How an abandoned Bali house was transformed into a private paradise by a filmmaking couple.
Get a head start in maximalism—one of the design trends predicted to take 2024 by storm.
AROUND ASIA
SINGAPORE | Here are the art fairs and standout museum exhibitions to visit at Singapore Art Week 2024.
PHILIPPINES | Dive into rice alternatives like adlai, quinoa, freekeh and many more.
MALAYSIA | Internet sensation Sabrina Bahsoon, also known as the “Tube girl”, opens up about her Malaysian upbringing.
