The Luxe Lens

The Hari Hong Kong has launched two distinct new weekend brunch menus this month at Italian ristorante Lucciola and Japanese restaurant Zoku & The Terrace, with live music to boot. Lucciola’s new brunch menu begins with a buffet selection of Italian nibbles at a new bar table including homemade Porchetta roast. Following entrees such as sauteed black mussels and mains including roasted Vallespluga chicken and Carnaroli risotto, desserts are doled out from a roaming trolley and include ricotta and pistachio cannoli. The brunch is priced from HKD 628 per person and 488 per child aged 5 to 11 years, including free-flow of a fine selection of red, white, and sparkling wine. Optional two-hour free-flow Champagne Perrier-Jouet Grand Brut package is an additional HKD 368 per person. Upstairs at Zoku, local musicians now accompany a spread of contemporary Japanese highlights. The brunch menu begins with ‘Otoshi: The Izakaya way’ comprising snacks before the ‘Irasshaimase’ assorted sashimi ...

 In a remarkable fusion of haute horology and profound cultural symbolism, CIGA Design has unveiled its latest masterpiece: the Chinese Zodiac Year of the Horse timepiece. More than a celebratory edition, this watch is a philosophical statement on time itself, channeling the horse's symbolic values of ambition, progress, and relentless momentum into a breathtaking mechanical ballet. Distributed exclusively in Malaysia by Red Army Watches, the timepiece moves beyond traditional zodiac motifs. Instead of static symbolism, it embodies the spirit of the horse through kinetic artistry. At its heart, two free-floating diamond-tipped pointers glide independently to indicate the hour and minute. This liberated display transforms the act of time-telling into a dynamic, poetic dance, where the momentary alignment of the pointers signifies convergence, harmony, and auspicious opportunity. The Mechanical Soul: A Tourbillon in Motion Powering this elegant display is a sophisticated central tour...

  Banyan Tree Krabi has announced that one of Thailand’s most respected yoga educators will host a series of sessions for guests on March 11 -13, 2026. Mr Yuttana Poncharoen, affectionately known as Khun Jimmy, will offer guests at the beachfront resort in southern Thailand a rare opportunity to practice yoga at a special three-day Visiting Practitioner residency, where he aims to weave together decades of wisdom with the tranquil beauty of Krabi’s natural surroundings. Rooted in the philosophy of Vinyasa yoga, Jimmy’s classes emphasize the art of conscious flow – where movement, breath and awareness are seamlessly connected. Guests will be guided through thoughtfully sequenced practices that explore the balance between effort and ease, strength and softness, action and surrender. Khun Jimmy brings to Banyan Tree Krabi more than 25 years’ experience — a career shaped by deep study, lived experience and collaboration with leading yoga masters from around the world. As a Director at ...

 In a city where luxury wellness continues to evolve beyond indulgence into results-driven experiences, Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur has once again positioned itself at the forefront of innovation. The hotel has officially launched two exclusive high-performance facials by 111SKIN, making The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur the only spa in the city to offer these globally acclaimed treatments. Developed by world-renowned plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Yannis Alexandrides, alongside 111SKIN Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer Eva Alexandridis, the facials represent the pinnacle of modern restorative skincare — where medical science meets refined luxury. The two treatments now available are The Reparative Facial and the Black Diamond Non-Surgical Facial Lift, each designed to deliver visible results while maintaining a deeply relaxing and sensorial experience. From Surgical Science to Skincare Innovation At the core of both treatments lies NAC Y2™, a proprietary c...

  In a strategic move to amplify the global presence of its EDIFICE sports watch line, Casio Computer Co., Ltd. today announced a formal two-year partnership with TOYOTA RACING, the premier motorsports brand of Toyota Motor Corporation. Effective from January 2026, this collaboration aligns two iconic brands united by a shared philosophy of precision engineering, relentless innovation, and a profound passion for speed. This alliance represents more than a sponsorship; it is a fusion of brand ideologies. EDIFICE, with its core concept of "Speed & Intelligence," creates timepieces that capture the dynamism of motorsports through high-tech materials like carbon and designs that evoke velocity. This mission finds a perfect counterpart in TOYOTA RACING, a brand dedicated to pushing the boundaries of automotive technology and expanding the global appeal of motorsports through top-tier competition. "The determination, innovation, and passion for speed that define TOYOTA RAC...

 Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor, the 94-year-old luxury icon in Cambodia, was named one of the world’s best 100 hotels by Fodor’s, a leading international travel authority for more than 80 years. Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor was one of just 15 hotels in Asia to be honoured on Fodor’s list of the ‘100 Most Incredible Hotels in the World’, and it was the only hotel in Cambodia to be recognised with the distinction. “The opulence of Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor pays tribute to Siem Reap’s wonder of the world, Angkor Wat, and its temple complex, and reflects the grandeur of the historical site,” Fodor’s writes in its review. “The hotel has hosted royalty and heads of state, Hollywood stars, and famous artists. The hotel’s rich history is woven throughout the building’s Art Deco design and Cambodian colonial stylings.” Fodor’s also praises the luxury hotel’s spa and fine dining options, describing its authentic Khmer restaurant 1932 as a ‘can’t miss experience’, noting that ‘the attention...