Notable people, places, and things
Invites Only
Lamborghini has set up shop in the trendy Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan. Inspired by its headquarters in Sant’Agata Bolognese, the interiors are furnished by Italian artisans; they even offer an Italian culinary experience to fully immerse the guests in the brand’s history. The private lounge includes a customization studio and features exclusive vehicles like the new Huracán Super Trofeo Omologata. lamborghini.com
La Dolce Vita
Sitting on the open terrace at dusk, gazing out into the dramatic Ligurian coast, guests at Splendido Mare will feel as though they have been transported into a classic Italian film. The 14-room guest house in Portofino recently reopened in May after a headto-toe renovation; the new design blends nautical themes with 1950s glamor.
Guests can enjoy a romantic cruise on the San Fruttuoso Bay, take a dip in the emerald blue waters of Punta Chiappa, and trek through the famous ‘Path of the Kiss’, a scenic 12-kilometer route beginning at San Rocco. To commemorate the hotel’s grand unveiling, a fleet of racing yachts went head to head for the Splendido Mare Cup. belmond.com
Eating Clean
Grand Hyatt Singapore showcases their new afternoon tea menu at 10 Scotts. The fourcourse menu revolves around sustainable ingredients; the Fruit de Mer includes sustainably sourced black tiger prawns, and the Organic Heirloom Vegetable Salad features seasonal vegetables farmed in Cameron Highlands. The gold Moscato Oolong tea is the perfect accompaniment to cleanse the palette. hyatt.com
Kid at Heart
Beginning as a humble home business in 2020, Fat Kid Bakery has now opened its first physical store in Ang Mo Kio; the outlet will both serve as a collection point for online orders while also offering an array of freshly baked treats. Customer favorites include their sourdough Bombolini and Triple Chocolate Brownie. Founder Ariel Tang expands the menu to include bakes like Milk Loaves and Butter Croissants. thefatkidbakery.com
Of the Earth
Now occupying what was previously Straits Clan, Mandala Club is hosting the World’s Number One Restaurant, Mirazur, as its first major event. Coming all the way from Menton, France, the Chef and Owner Mauro Colagreco presents four unique menus inspired by the lunar cycle: Roots, Leaves, Fruits, and Flowers. Remaining in Singapore until August 2021, the events will take over the space of Kin Restaurant and Clan Cafe. mandala.club
Fresh and Funky
Neon Pigeon adds a rebellious spunk to its already buzzing atmosphere. With its new dinner menu, Head Chef Paul Lim flaunts his creativity in dishes like the Grilled Octopus served with smoked tofu and Korean army stew. The Galbi-Jjim is another highlight of the menu — a sharing platter of confit wagyu beef short rib and banchan. A dish to snack on while drinking their shochu-based cocktails is the pork and langoustine dumplings served with a curry vinegar sauce. neonpigeon.sg
Around the World
Surrounded by panoramic views of the Singapore cityscape, 1-ATICO offers a nightlife experience unlike any other. The multi-concept space is a coalescence of three restaurants: FIRE, an Argentian asado dining experience, FLNT, which serves Japanese-Peruvian cuisine, and ATICO Lounge — the eponymous bar presenting a range of cocktails inspired by world destinations. 1-atico.sg
Worldly Scents
Embracing the season of Spring, Aman introduces two new scents to its fine fragrance collection. HARU, which is Japanese for Spring, is inspired by Aman Tokyo. The floral scent has notes of apricot and green tea, balanced with warmer tones of tobacco. Based on the desert landscape of Amangiri in Utah, SEI combines the therapeutic scent of dry sage and lavender with the woodiness of pine needle and juniper. aman.com
Inner Glow
Lierac claims the cure to blemishes and dark spots with two new skincare lines. Lumilogie targets different kinds of darks spots using a formula of Hexyl R, sea daffodil and plaintain extract; the Even-Tone Brightening Mask also features peeling enzymes that help to exfoliate the skin. Aimed at blemish correction, the active ingredients in the Sebologie line are zinc gluconate and salicylic acid, which function to purify the skin. lierac.com
Actor’s Choice
Your Name Engraved Herein star Edward Chen has been named Friend of Piaget. Both charming and charismatic, the next generation actor emanates the brand’s motto to ‘Always Do Better than Necessary’ in his profession. In an interview with Piaget, Chen expressed his partiality to the brands ultra-thin watches, particularly the Polo Skeleton and the Altiplano 910P. piaget.com
For Him
Tiffany & Co. has come out with its first men’s engagement ring named after the founder, Charles Lewis Tiffany. Inspired by Tiffany’s legacy, the ring is a celebration of love and inclusivity. The modern silhouette is designed with platinum and titanium, framing a dazzling center diamond that is available as a 5-carat emerald-cut diamond or in a round form. tiffany.com
Designer Jewelry
Ad Antic pushes the bounds of contemporary jewelry in the design of a new bracelet, which won the 2021 Red Dot Design Award. Their concept was to approach the design as they would in product development, and the result is The Counter — a chic, comfortable, and highquality bracelet inspired by iconic cars and the experience of driving. adanticdesign.com
Runaway Spirit
NET-A-PORTER’s new campaign Lift Me Up relishes the freedom and warmth of Summer. Six women creators from its global community present their Summer inspiration in the form of what ‘paradise’ is to them. This will be posted on NET-A-PORTER’s Instagram guide, allowing users to explore creators’ top picks for their Summer wardrobe.
The campaign highlights exclusive capsule collections from brands like Dries Van Noten, Loewe, Khaite, and Erdem. South African designer Sindiso Khumalo is one of the new and exciting additions to the High-Summer collections. Across the campaign, soft dreamy gradients and warm colors are used to evoke a sense of escapism reminiscent of the season. net-a-porter.com