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<p>Andy Ann looks a little more tanned than usual, sporting that rosy glow you get when you’re living your best life and your calendar has absolutely refused to let you be boring. “I’ve been making the most of the last days of summer, travelling, hiking, golfing. You know, the things that remind you the sun still exists outside of boardrooms,” says the serial architect of digital ventures as he settles into a chair in his Admiralty headquarters.</p>



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<p>The walls around him are covered in paintings, some by rising local artists, others by more established names. He points to an abstract canvas with obvious pride: “This one was made by my daughter.” He lingers on another piece, created without any intention of traction by an artist whose work caught fire years later. “It’s the same way I handle work,” he affirms. “You put something honest into the world. You don’t force the hype. Sometimes the impact finds you. It’s all about giving back.”</p>



<p>That philosophy runs through every chapter of Ann’s backstory, leading to the AI-driven ecosystems he builds today as the founder and Chairman of NDN Group, and father of countless online portals.</p>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Childhood Circuits</h3>



<p>He follows a strong family code. His grandfather, Dr T.K. Ann, textile king and a drafter of the HKSAR Basic Law, dreamed of promoting the Chinese language so strangers around the world might reply “Ni hao ma” instead of “Hello”. His father, the industrialist James Ann, harnessed that vision, helping to design one of the first Chinese-input computers. Dad and uncles also bolted Japanese red LED lights onto radios, creating the clock radio.</p>



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<p>“Technology and innovation are kind of in the family’s bloodstream,” says the 21st-century digital-tech pioneer. “Each generation has been thinking about the same thing: how technology and business can drive impact for the world. That’s what I grew up inside, and it’s what I’ve carried into everything I build.”</p>



<p>Laughingly, he says he’s no boomer; born in 1979, he’s on the end of Gen X. Which, if you think about it, is the generation that grew up learning computers were powerful and also learning how to fix things manually, because no one was going to help you.</p>



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<p>A family legacy was appreciating the value of the calculated risk. “Innovation is risk itself. Without risk, you don’t innovate. I’ve watched many businesses fail not because they run out of ideas, but because they stop wanting to take risks. Protecting the numbers becomes the goal, and innovation quietly dies,” he explains.</p>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Click Wait</h3>



<p>Ann’s entrepreneurial switch flipped in the summer of 1999. While studying economics at the University of British Columbia, he was interning at a pre-YouTube streaming-media startup in Silicon Valley, taking a Stanford telecom course, and writing a paper on how 3G could elevate new media. Beijing had just been awarded the 2008 Olympics and he visualised digital billboards that could live-stream ads and content across a wireless network with a single click. He and a college buddy built WAP pages and prototypes on their Nokia phones – food finders, games, early ads.</p>



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<p>While that enterprising spirit didn’t race as far as the Games, by 2002 Ann was back in Hong Kong and heading NDN, now a digital conglomerate in data, mobile and media technologies. The ambition to found his own company was fuelled by the realisation, two months into his first corporate job, that the youngest managing director there was 38. He quit immediately. “If I don’t build my own dreams, someone will hire me to build theirs,” he reasoned.</p>



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<p>The serial ventures began – digital display network Hot Media launched in 2004, and two years later came Hot Mob, one of the first mobile ad networks on iOS and Android. He chuckles: “[My 2008 dream] didn’t end up as mega digital billboards in Beijing, but we did build a massive digital out-of-home network, a Wi-Fi hotspot network, and a mobile ad network for Hong Kong.”</p>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Wedding Gift</h3>



<p>His entrepreneurial journey was not without setbacks, though. As he and his wife, Gretchen King-Ann, planned their nuptials in 2006, he was inspired to raise 60 million renminbi in seed capital to build Darizi, one of China’s largest luxury wedding platforms. Then a term-sheet clause was triggered, and overnight his equity was diluted to 0.006 percent and he was promptly removed by the board.</p>



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<p>“That kind of loss teaches you things winning never can,” he shares. “I’m genuinely grateful it happened when I was young. Every venture I’ve built since, how I think about growth, control, cash, and the terms I put my name to, carries the fingerprints of that year. I lost a company, but I gained the judgment that built everything after it.” He stopped chasing single companies and started engineering ecosystems with multiple reinforcing streams.</p>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">No Meme Policy</h3>



<p>He determines what to build by first deciding what he will never do: games, crypto meme coins, virtual land, anything that doesn’t create genuine value for humanity. He then follows the classic Chinese sequence of responsibility: self, family, community, world. Responsibility was never abstract in the Ann household. “When people trust you – your team, your clients, your investors – you hold something that isn’t only yours,” he notes.</p>



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<p>YAS Digital was born from personal frustration with insurance agents who pitched everything and covered almost nothing; XN Insight stemmed from relationship managers pushing underperforming funds. GoImpact, which empowers startups to create social, financial and environmental change, grew from watching global warming reshape boardroom decisions. He advises: “Rule out what has no value. Start with the problem in front of you. Then let the circle widen.”</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">AI Captain</h3>



<p>Being a venture architect means building a network of companies that share infrastructure, data and an AI backbone. “The old way to grow was linear,” he says. “Now, with AI and AI agents, everything gets to 10X [10-fold exponential increase], sometimes 100X, because time-to-delivery is compressed, cost is compressed, and you’re able to change the entire company architecture and make it AI-native.”</p>



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<p>YAS, the risk intelligence for the machine economy, newly launched embedded micro-insurance partnership for corporate robot deployments is the clearest example: one risk-intelligence data layer connecting EVs, robotaxis, drones and eventually satellites, turning live data into real-time risk scores: “10X growth doesn’t come from working 10 times harder. It comes from designing a system where AI and a network of ventures do the compounding for you.”</p>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Metrics of Success</h3>



<p>The underlying goal of Ann’s AI-driven ecosystems is to help Hong Kong become the place where Chinese innovation goes international and global ideas enter Asia. “Success isn’t a number for me personally,” he emphasises. “It’s seeing more Hong Kong and China founders shine on the world stage – a new generation of founders who believe this city is where you come to build the future.”</p>



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<p>Professionally, pride comes when team members become entrepreneurs themselves, when the next generation of founders creates real value and refuses to quit, and when a little support helps them through their own process. “Success isn’t the money you make… it is who you become, and who you help become.” He urges the Gens Y and Z to “dream big. Why? Because it’s free! Help one person at a time, and leave the world a little better than you found it.”</p>



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<p>As we finish the shoot, Ann – always finding a reason to be in a good mood, whether by inspiring the next wave of founders or collecting paintings and memories with his daughter – suggests a few lunch spots around Admiralty. Supporting other people’s businesses is just another way of connecting the dots. The same principle that started with a grandfather’s dream of “Ni hao ma” and a father’s clock radio still holds: put something honest into the world, keep taking the hard path, and watch the network compound.</p>



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<p>Interview, Text &amp; Art Direction: Joseff Musa&nbsp;&nbsp; Photographer: Jack Law&nbsp;&nbsp; Videographer: Iris Ventura&nbsp;</p>


Family Code: NDN Group honcho Andy Ann’s ventures in AI are designed to see humanity thrive


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Look 1</h3>


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<p>Green trench coat by Byblos</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Look 2</h3>


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<p>Suit studded jacket by Byblos</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Look 3</h3>


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<p>White top and faux leather cargo pants by Byblos</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Look 4</h3>


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<p>Black leather jacket and cargo pants by Byblos</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Look 5</h3>


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<p>Suit jacket and pants by Byblos</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Look 6</h3>


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<p>Green mini shirt dress by Byblos</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Look 7</h3>


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<p>Red mini dress by Byblos</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Look 8</h3>


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<p>Blue trench coat by Byblos</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Look 9</h3>


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<p>Black gown by Byblos</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Look 10</h3>


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<p>Blue suit jacket and pants by Byblos</p>



<p>(right) Beige coat and midi grey dress by Byblos</p>


Metro Mood: Autumn chic for urban dwellers


<p>Step inside this nearly 3,000-square-foot family residence at The Palace in Kowloon Tong, and you’ll feel it immediately: natural light, modern clarity, and thoughtful design that make everyday living feel quietly extraordinary. With four bedrooms plus flexible living spaces, this is a home built for connection:&nbsp; morning routines, homework moments, weekend gatherings, and cozy evenings when everyone finally comes back under the same roof.</p>


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<p>At the heart of the home, the living room and dining room open up in the brightest, most uplifting way. Floor-to-ceiling glass windows stretch the space upward and outward, bringing an airy, almost gallery-like openness that changes with the sun throughout the day. Here, white marble with subtle grey veining becomes the visual anchor; clean, elegant, and unmistakably refined. Underfoot, light grey quartz stone continues the fresh, contemporary mood, creating a seamless foundation that feels modern without ever feeling cold.</p>


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<p>The designer’s palette is predominantly white, intentionally softened by grey glass accents, especially around the dining room’s towering windows, so the contrast looks intentional rather than stark. In the living room, comfort is treated like a design principle. A bright white sofa sets the tone, while a square cushion placed between key pieces adds a casual note and, cleverly, extra storage. </p>


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<p>Even the practical details are dressed in style: the coffee table and the semi-height storage cabinet behind the sofa are clad in the same white marble with grey veining, echoing the TV feature wall and keeping the entire room visually cohesive. Opposite the living area, you’ll find a floating shoe cabinet with a clean, white design that connects smoothly to the TV cabinet across the way, like a gentle visual rhythm guiding you from one space to the next. In the master suite, the door itself becomes part of the aesthetic, finished in grey interlayer glass for a sleek, elevated touch.</p>


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<p>And then there’s the dining room, where meals become moments. A row of floor-to-ceiling storage cabinets frames the space with a dramatic sense of height, finished with rose gold accents that bring warmth and a hint of sparkle. In front of the cabinets, a protruding wall section creates a three-dimensional focal point, perfect for mounting a television without breaking the room’s elegance. Nearby, two storage cabinets of varying heights do double duty: they offer places to display decorative favourites while also including a side table and a single seat designed specifically for comfortable shoe changing. It’s the kind of thoughtful convenience families love most; beautiful on the surface, smart in practice.</p>


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<p>The dining table is made of marble, anchoring the room in timeless sophistication, while a stunning chandelier above adds the finishing glow. Together, these elements create a dining atmosphere that feels refined enough for celebrations, yet effortlessly liveable for everyday family nights.</p>


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<p>Need a quiet retreat, or a flexible space for the household? The study is open-plan and can easily serve as a family room, depending on how your lifestyle flows. The desk is positioned by the window so the room stays bright and energizing, and on either side, contrasting storage pieces deepen the visual effect: a white wardrobe on one side and a dark wood storage cabinet on the other. Light versus dark, clean versus warm, layered design that keeps the room from feeling flat and makes it feel more “you.”</p>


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<p>The master bedroom is designed to be both elegant and cozy, an oasis that still feels current. The 床头墙 (headboard wall) is upholstered in beige padding for soft comfort, then elevated with rose gold mirrored accents at the centre and on both sides, an elegant touch that feels grand without being overwhelming. Beneath the suspended ceiling, cove lighting adds a gentle, flattering glow, while oak-toned flooring brings warmth to the entire space. Even casual seating is built in: the windowsill is widened and cushioned, inviting you to linger with a book or watch the day unfold. Under it all, grey glass provides a sleek and stable foundation, keeping the look refined and modern.</p>


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<p>The master suite also delivers on everyday luxury: a walk-in closet and an open-plan bathroom. By removing the bathroom wall, the designer creates a feeling of openness, as the room breathes. Between the sleeping area and the bathroom, a row of floor-to-ceiling storage cabinets becomes a beautiful partition, surfaced with grey-veined white marble and grey glass to form a feature wall that feels intentional, architectural, and softly dramatic.</p>


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<p>Two children’s rooms extend the same design logic: smart storage, flexible living, and personalized style, so each child’s personality gets room to shine. In both rooms, storage cabinets act as partition walls to maximize usable space, making the layout feel generous even when life gets busy. For both son and daughter, the beds are placed on the windowsills, turning natural light into a daily luxury.</p>


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<p>The son’s room leans into a darker, more grounded mood. Walls and one side of the window feature dark wood finishes, complemented by a dark brown wardrobe at the foot of the bed. Since the bed sits elevated on the windowsill, an L-shaped step doubles as seating and extends toward the wall and door, an ingenious setup for hosting friends or lounging comfortably. For his wine-collecting interest, a wine cabinet is integrated at the centre of the storage unit, blending functionality with a cool, personalized touch.</p>


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<p>The daughter’s room takes a lighter approach. Pale wood flooring and white furniture create a soft, elegant atmosphere. Because she loves music, the room includes a digital piano, cleverly designed so it can be tucked beneath the wardrobe when not in use and pulled out when she’s ready to play. It’s convenience with style, and it helps the room stay open, tidy, and ready for creativity.</p>


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<p>This isn’t just a home; it’s a well-designed family stage where life can unfold beautifully. From bright, glass-filled social spaces to private, carefully detailed retreats for every member of the household, the overall effect is unmistakable: harmony, clarity, and comfort—wrapped in modern luxury.</p>



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<p><strong>VIZ Design Ltd.</strong></p>



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<p>Tel Nos.: +852 2402 2280 | +852 2100 4969</p>



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<p>Email: vizdesignltd@gmail.com</p>


Light, Life, and Luxury Quietly Align with Viz Design


<h3 class="wp-block-heading">National Day Fireworks</h3>



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<p>Witness Victoria Harbour transform into a luminous stage and the sky erupt in a breathtaking fireworks display to commemorate the founding of the People’s Republic of China. From the stroke of eight for 23 minutes, brilliant cascades of gold, crimson and emerald light will dance above the water, their reflections shimmering across the harbour’s surface. From the glittering towers of Central to the distant peaks of Kowloon, each burst will paint the skyline in fleeting, unforgettable colour. Join thousands along the waterfront promenades, rooftop terraces and harbour-front parks.</p>



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<p><strong>When: </strong>1 October</p>



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<p><strong>Where:</strong> Around Victoria Harbour</p>



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<p><strong>How much:</strong> Free</p>



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<p>For more information:&nbsp;<strong>cpo.gov.hk</strong></p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Hong Kong Fashion Fest</h3>



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<p>This Golden Week, mark the 77th anniversary of the People’s Republic of China with a flutter at Sha Tin Racecourse. Feel the thrill of the afternoon’s star race, the National Day Cup – a prestigious Group 3 gallop for top thoroughbreds over 1,000 metres – while immersing yourself in a vibrant afternoon of music performances, traditional displays and delicious festive fare. Racing continues across the holiday with a Sunday meeting on 4 October at Sha Tin, then Wednesday night at Happy Valley (7 October), giving you multiple chances to catch the excitement and rack up winnings.</p>



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<p><strong>When: </strong>1 October</p>



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<p><strong>Where: </strong>Sha Tin Racecourse</p>



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<p><strong>How much: </strong>From HK$10</p>



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<p>For more information:&nbsp;<strong>hkjc.com</strong></p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Mamamoo in Concert</h3>



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<p>The Korean queens of powerful vocals and unstoppable charisma are back, and this time the energy is set to hit new heights. The fab foursome perform for one night as part of their 2026 ‘4ward’ World Tour, and from the first note to the final encore, expect soaring harmonies, fierce performances and that signature Mamamoo magic that turns every show into an unforgettable celebration. This is a joyous homecoming as the K-pop stars return to Asia for the last few gigs of the tour.</p>



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<p><strong>When: </strong>4 October</p>



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<p><strong>Where: </strong>Kai Tak Arena</p>



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<p><strong>How much: </strong>From HK$999</p>



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<p>For more information:&nbsp;<strong>kaitaksportspark.com.hk</strong></p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Spain in a Night</h3>



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<p>The Mira Hong Kong invites you to taste the spirit of Spain. Step into the ballroom for <em>One Night, Four Fests: Spain in a Night</em>, an interactive Spanish feast celebrating the Patios Festival of Córdoba, the Seville Fair, La Tomatina in Buñol and Valencia’s Fallas. Then, Michelin-starred Chef Santi Taura transforms Whisk Dining Atelier for <em>Bygone Bounty of Mallorca</em>, an exclusive eight-course celebration of Balearic heritage.</p>



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<p><strong>When:</strong> 7-9 October</p>



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<p><strong>Where: </strong>The Mira Hong Kong</p>



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<p><strong>How much:</strong> From HK$788.80</p>



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<p>For more information: <strong>themirahotel.com</strong></p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Opera Double Bill</h3>



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<p>Passion burns brightest in the shadow of betrayal, as Opera Hong Kong presents two towering Italian verismo masterpieces in a single, unforgettable evening: Mascagni’s<em> Cavalleria Rusticana </em>and Leoncavallo’s <em>Pagliacci</em>. These late-19th-century classics plunge audiences into a world of love, jealousy, revenge and heartbreak. From the sun-scorched Sicilian village of <em>Cavalleria </em>to the tragic clown’s stage in <em>Pagliacci,</em> every note surges with intensity, every story cuts deep.</p>



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<p><strong>When:</strong> 8-11 October</p>



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<p><strong>Where</strong>: Cultural Centre Grand Theatre</p>



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<p><strong>How much: </strong>From HK$280</p>



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<p>For more information: <strong>operahongkong.org</strong></p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Dunhuang: In Search of Light</h3>



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<p>The internationally acclaimed company Hong Kong Ballet partners with the Dunhuang Academy, which preserves the rich heritage of the Mogao Caves, for the world premiere of <em>Dunhuang: In Search of Light.</em> The epic new production unites the talents of HKB choreographer-in-residence Ricky Hu, co-choreographer and librettist Mai Jingwen, and award-winning composer Tian Mi.</p>



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<p><strong>When: </strong>16-18 October</p>



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<p><strong>Where:</strong> Cultural Centre Grand Theatre</p>



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<p><strong>How much:</strong> From HK$280</p>



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<p>For more information: <strong>hkballet.com</strong></p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Hong Kong Wine &amp; Dine Festival</h3>



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<p>Sip your way through a selection of wines from around the world, then wander between stalls offering delectable global fare. Live performances fill the evening air, adding rhythm and energy to every bite and pour. The festival promises an unforgettable spread, blending taste, music and stunning views, set against the glittering backdrop of Victoria Harbour.</p>



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<p><strong>When: </strong>29 October-1 November</p>



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<p><strong>Where: </strong>Victoria Park</p>



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<p><strong>How much: </strong>Various prices</p>



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<p><strong>F</strong>or more information: <strong>discoverhongkong.com</strong></p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Fly Me to the Moon</h3>



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<p><em>Fly Me to the Moon </em>transforms scientific discovery into a poetic 380,000-kilometre odyssey designed to ignite the imagination of future life. It&#8217;s a visual spectacle of interstellar travel, drifting past Earth, crossing the void and arriving at a luminous lunar landscape. Multi-sensory experiences, reveals how advanced aerospace technology has turned the moon from distant myth into humanity’s next frontier and potential home. Free. Avenue of Stars.</p>



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<p><strong>When: </strong>From 2 October</p>



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<p><strong>How much:</strong> From HK$198</p>



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<p><strong>Where:</strong> K11 Musea.</p>



<p>For more information: <strong>flymeto.io</strong></p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">The Polo Brunch</h3>



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<p>At Buenos Aires Polo Club, the new Saturday Polo Brunch is pure, unhurried indulgence. Begin at the raw bar, where lobster, crab legs, oysters and prawns glitter on ice. Then head to the Gaucho omelette station for spicy chorizo and provolone folded into golden eggs. Graze through cured meats, cheeses and a vibrant salad bar before the room fills with the scent of open-flame asado – premium Black Angus ribeye is carved tableside. Grilled branzino with Cerignola olives or chicken with chimichurri await.</p>



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<p><strong>When:</strong> From 3 October</p>



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<p><strong>Where:</strong> Buenos Aires Polo Club</p>



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<p><strong>How much:</strong> From HK$688</p>



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<p>For more information: <strong>bapoloclub.com</strong></p>


What’s on? Things to do this October in Hong Kong


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<p>There’s a moment every serious vinyl listener knows. You drop the needle, lean in… and something’s still in the way. A faint crackle. A haze across the midrange. The music is there, but you’re not quite <em>inside</em> it.</p>



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<p>That haze isn’t the recording. It’s the record.</p>



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<p>For nearly half a century Clearaudio has been building high-end turntables and tonearms in Germany with the kind of quiet obsession only true analogue people understand. In 2002 they turned that same obsession toward a different problem: how to clean a record properly. Not “good enough.” Properly. The first Matrix arrived. Twenty-five years of continuous refinement later, the company has arrived at a place most manufacturers only claim to reach: mature, stable, almost boringly reliable excellence.</p>



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<p>Which is exactly why 2026 is their Brand Promotion Year in Hong Kong and Macau — and why the Hong Kong High-End Audio Show is the moment to act.</p>



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<p>Three machines. One fluid. Limited quantities. Clear prices.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">The Flagship — double matrix professional SONIC</h3>



<p>Think of it as the dual-mode camera of record cleaning. One button runs the entire automatic cycle. Or you take full manual control from the panel and decide every step yourself. Sonic vibration reaches deep into the groove while staying almost silent. Variable speed, built-in static removal, heavy-duty construction meant for continuous use. Collectors and dealers who clean entire collections choose this one. The set includes two 2.5-litre bottles of pure groove ESSENCE (5 litres total). <strong>HK$36,800</strong></p>



<p><strong>The Compact — smart matrix DOUBLE</strong></p>



<p>All the essential intelligence in a more manageable footprint. Same philosophy, same fluid partnership, just dialled for the serious listener who wants professional results without the full industrial footprint. Comes with one 2.5-litre bottle of ESSENCE.<br><strong>HK$22,800</strong></p>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">The Value Choice — smart matrix SILENT</h3>



<p>Quiet, effective, and deliberately priced so more people can stop pretending a microfibre cloth is enough. Includes one 2.5-litre bottle of ESSENCE. <strong>HK$15,800</strong></p>



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<p>The fluid itself — pure groove ESSENCE — is not an afterthought. It is the partner every one of these machines was designed around.</p>



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<p>German engineering since 1978. Record cleaning refined since 2002. And right now, for a limited window around the Hong Kong High-End Audio Show, these sets are available through the official Hong Kong and Macau distributor at the prices above.</p>



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<p>You can read about sonic vibration and dual-mode operation all day. Or you can book a short appointment, walk into the Tsuen Wan showroom, and watch a dirty record come out looking (and sounding) like it just left the pressing plant.</p>



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<p>Once you’ve seen the difference, you can’t unsee it. The static disappears. The music steps forward. You finally hear what was always on the record.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Upward Audio</h3>



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<p>WhatsApp: +852 5133 0225</p>



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<p>Email: george@upwardaudio.net</p>



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<p>Showroom: Workshop 4, 16/F, Cameron Sino Technology Centre, 73 Chai Wan Kok Street, Tsuen Wan, Hong Kong</p>



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<p>Make the appointment. Bring a few of your favourite “almost clean” records. Hear right through.</p>


Hear Right Through with Clear Audio


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<p>Enter Ming Court, and you get drafted into a full-on, perfectly choreographed Cantonese show. The Cordis Hong Kong’s Chinese fine-dining room hums with quiet confidence. Executive Chef Li Yuet-faat, the man behind the magic, knows exactly how to conjure impeccable Cantonese dishes. In his nimble hands, simple ingredients are transformed into unmistakable flavours through purity, precision and wok hei, the breath of the wok.</p>



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<p>He says: “Cantonese cooking does not require heavy use of sauces to hide flavours. Instead, it is about bringing out the natural, fresh taste of the ingredients using precise cooking skills and wok heat (high-heat stir-frying).” That mindset is all over the menu like a signature on a masterpiece.</p>


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<p>Then there’s Ming Cellar, which is where the evening gets dangerous, in the best way. Over 300 wine labels from more than 100 regions might seem over the top until you realise the point isn’t variety for its own sake. It’s curation. The sommelier offers intimate daily tastings, because why settle for your usual pours when someone can guide you towards a pairing that makes you stop mid-bite?</p>


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<p>Since Ming Court aims for aura as well as exceptional flavour, you can also step into the Lalique private room inspired by the famed French crystal brand’s Iconics Rose Nebula collection. This is a truly iconic dining table that makes you sit up straighter and suddenly remember you’re capable of being impressed. The pairing here isn’t just wine and food; it’s also atmosphere and artistry.</p>


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<p>Chef Li explains how teamwork between the kitchen and the sommeliers informs the wine pairing at Ming Court. Cantonese food is all about umami and texture, so they don’t simply match seafood with white wine because that’s the norm. Highlighting their more nuanced philosophy, he reveals: “We try using lighter red wine to bring out the seafood’s freshness.” In other words, they don’t follow rules; they understand them.</p>


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<p>Now, the heart of it: the Ming Court Dégustation Menu, which we have on one rainy Saturday. As its grand billing suggests, this is a guided tasting of signature creations and cherished classics, crafted from top-quality local and global ingredients.</p>


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<p>The amuse-bouche arrives as a small, bright and undeniably deliberate union of drunken notes and decadence: Magnolia Lab Roselle liqueur and foie gras terrine with passion fruit. Then comes a duo of honey-barbecued supreme pork loin and sliced suckling pig with black-truffle paste and pineapple.</p>



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<p>Chef Li’s example of innovation built on tradition hits home right here. He notes how they keep the classic suckling-pig roasting technique for that crispy perfection, then modernise the experience with sweet pineapple and earthy black truffle. That’s exactly what you taste: classic craft, upgraded imagination.</p>


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<p>The menu then turns rich and comforting. There’s stuffed crab shell, deep-fried with creamy depth and a sweet seafood pop, followed by Eight Treasure soup. This broth of abalone, fish maw, chicken, shiitake, bamboo pith, black fungus, layers of dried tangerine peel and ginger character lands like a warm, luxurious hug.</p>



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<p>And the “okay wow” dish? Chinese spiny lobster from Sai Kung and crab roe are melded with braised elegance. Striking a chord with even the most seasoned of lobster lovers, this presentation reminds you there’s a difference between eating seafood and experiencing seafood.</p>


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<p>Served in a clay pot, the meaty main of A5 Wagyu is a showcase of soy sauce-driven, pan-seared finesse, while chilled mango, pomelo, coconut and sago cream deliver a textural, sweet-smooth finish that makes you feel like the chef carefully orchestrated your exit.</p>


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<p>Maestro Li shares that success means consistent quality and frequently returning guests because that’s the real reward: trust built over time. So come to the Mong Kok Ming Court hungry and curious. And if you think Cantonese dining can’t be both traditional and thrilling, well, their wok hei will humble you fast.</p>



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<p><em><strong>Ming Cour</strong>t</em>,<em> Level 6, Cordis Hong Kong, 555 Shanghai Street, Mong Kok, Hong Kong. <strong>Tel: </strong>3552 3300. cordishotels.com</em></p>



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<p>Photos: Cordis Hotel Hong Kong</p>


Court of Appeal: Wok-fired wonders and daring wines paired in the Rose room make Ming Court supreme


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<p>Meeting Arthur Shek on a fine afternoon, we step forward to shake hands, inadvertently interrupting his mission to fix his tie. It’s the kind of detail that says ‘precision’ before he even speaks. Then, almost immediately, the picture widens. The corporate cadence of a seasoned management consultant (he’s Managing Partner of McKinsey’s Hong Kong office) gives way to something livelier. There’s a thriving Millennial side to Shek, built on consistency (he goes to the gym religiously), community (he co-founded youth-empowerment social enterprise Project Melo), and a belief that strategy matters most when it changes what people can imagine about their future.</p>



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<p>Shek carries Hong Kong in the way he talks: fast, confident and proud. “Since I was young, I always thought of Hong Kong as the best place on earth,” he enthuses. “I loved the East meets West aspects, the fast pace and the convenience.” That famous pace – you either learn to move with it or get left behind – shaped his “role in the world” as someone who doesn’t just observe systems, but helps design what comes next.</p>



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<p>He studied at Diocesan Boys’ School until he was 17, then went to the UK for five years, first to Colchester Royal Grammar School, then the University of Cambridge. But he doesn’t talk about that move like it was an escape. Leaving his beloved city, he felt lonely and lost – until something clicked into place. “I had a great group of friends at the school, also from Hong Kong, and they helped me get through tough times,” he says. Even better, the relationship endured. “Some of us are still close today.”</p>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Mentor Mentality</h3>



<p>The experience instilled a belief that community doesn’t just help you survive; it helps you turn ‘hard’ into ‘rewarding’. “Since graduating, I have always wanted to stay close to, and work with, young and talented people,” he shares. He led a mentorship programme at Cambridge, where he learned the key insight that mentorship isn’t one-directional.</p>



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<p>“Mentorship can be a two-way street, with mentors benefitting through hearing different perspectives and understanding the youth POV,” he expounds. That youth point of view doesn’t just inform his non-profit work at Project Melo; it also sets the tone for how he approaches leadership, technology and AI, with curiosity first.</p>



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<p>He credits studying economics as the shift that pulled him toward business and analytical thinking rather than engineering or science. “I was particularly interested in microeconomics, how individuals make decisions and optimise their choices.”</p>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Consulting Change</h3>



<p>Fresh out of university, he joined McKinsey in 2009, and still relies on this way of thinking when advising companies on strategy and transformation. Pointing out a fundamental shift in management consulting over the past decade, he says: “Ten years ago it was about giving great insights and recommendations. Today, though, it is about driving change and delivering outcomes.” His work now is more operational, involves a longer time span, and is more collaborative. It also requires expertise from the likes of data scientists, software engineers and UX designers.</p>



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<p>When he was a young professional, success looked like titles and speed, and how he compared to his peers. Then he realised that “the world is very big and there are so many other paths to satisfaction.” He now cares more about what he calls “outside of work” satisfaction: friends you can rely on, impact on others in need, and, importantly, “I definitely care a lot less about what other people think!”</p>



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<p>Another value shift learned over time is that “family always comes first”. He realised family isn’t just comfort; it’s a stabiliser. “They always have my best interests at heart and also have my back. And of course, the other way round,” he notes. In a career that comes with pressure, boards, leadership and transformation, family becomes a quiet operating system – acting as your anchor, even when everything else is moving.</p>


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<p>Gen Y Shek, who embraced a traditional ‘nine-to-five’ career, sees the Gen Z ‘slashers’ era as a “good thing”. “The younger generation want more meaning, satisfaction, flexibility and overall balance [in life], and they are much more likely to move and explore new things,” he opines of today’s young creators, influencers, day traders and more who don’t limit themselves to one all-consuming job. He views this as evidence of agency – it’s not that the next generation is lacking ambition; they are simply redefining it.</p>



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<p>Despite this positivity, he describes Project Melo’s origin as a shared recognition among his co-founders that something was off. “We noticed the hope gap,” he says, recalling an event where people were asked to rate out of 10 how they felt about the future. “CEOs gave 7s or 8s, while many of the students gave 4s or 5s.”</p>



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<p>The contrast was striking, and it pushed Melo – a platform dedicated to empowering youth to initiate social-impact projects by connecting them with business and society leaders – towards its dual purpose of helping youngsters feel more optimistic and capable, while enlightening the older generations as to why youth feel the way they do.</p>



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<p>Shek shares the numbers since Melo’s founding in 2019 – over 6,000 youth engaged; 80 CEOs; 7,000-plus volunteer hours contributed to local NGOs; more than 5,000 secondary-school students receiving free AI-literacy training through the flagship AI-5000 initiative – but keeps the emphasis firmly on principles: distinctive, inclusive, impactful, authentic and youth-led.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Nurturing the New Generation</h3>



<p>He also names the problems youth care about – mental health, sustainability, inequality – and positions Melo as a pipeline for “nurturing a generation of change agents”. “We have an amazing team and a really special core group of co-founders,” he says of Kenny Lam, Stephanie Lo and Louisa Mak, all close friends.</p>



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<p>His pride, here, isn’t about scale for its own sake; it’s about consistency in purpose. Back on that fine afternoon, after our formal greeting, he finishes adjusting his tie like he’s making sure every detail is in place, then he talks with electrifying, rousing energy about how a better tomorrow is possible for all.</p>



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<p>Personally, Arthur Shek enjoys a career built with business discipline and real-world impact, but he’s also a builder of youth pathways through Melo, pushing hope into the hands of students, where it becomes confidence, belonging and agency. It is his fervent belief that Hong Kong’s new generation is the most exciting yet, and they should be supported to take up the mantle.</p>



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<p>Interview, Text &amp; Art Direction: Joseff Musa&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Photographer: Jack Law&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Videographer: Iris Ventura</p>


A Better Tomorrow: Arthur Shek, co-founder of Project Melo, proudly pushes a generational playbook for business led by hope


<p>A bright yellow submarine sits outside Bruichladdich Distillery on Islay. Not a statue someone bought from a garden centre. A full-size replica of a wayward Ministry of Defence submersible that washed up off the island in 2005.</p>



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<p>That accidental visitor (and the even more accidental US intelligence report that once flagged the distillery as a possible weapons-of-mass-destruction site) gave birth to one of the most gloriously tongue-in-cheek cult bottlings in modern whisky: Yellow Submarine.</p>



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<p>Twenty-one years after the original, and eight years after the sequel, the progressive Hebridean distillery is bringing the legend back for its 25th anniversary celebrations.</p>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">The spirit of early Bruichladdich, bottled</h3>



<p>This is not a serious, steeple-fingered, “look how grown-up we are” anniversary whisky. It is pure, unfiltered Bruichladdich attitude from the days when the team had more imagination than marketing budget and a bright yellow submarine parked outside the still house.</p>



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<p>Gareth Brown, Global Marketing Director, puts it perfectly:</p>



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<p>“The Yellow Submarine series captures the spirit of Bruichladdich in its early years, inventive, a bit rebellious and always up for a good story. Bringing Yellow Submarine back for our 25th anniversary honours that spirit. It’s a reminder that great whisky can be refined in the glass, but it doesn’t have to take itself too seriously.”</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">What’s in the bottle?</h3>



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<li>● 14-year-old unpeated single malt</li>



<li>● 100% Scottish barley (Appaloosa)</li>



<li>● Matured entirely on Islay in a precise recipe: 75% first-fill bourbon barrels + 25% first- and second-fill French red wine casks</li>



<li>● Bottled at a muscular 54.2% ABV</li>



<li>● Un-chill-filtered, natural colour</li>
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<p>Master Blender Adam Hannett has deliberately channelled the original 2005 bottling while making something that feels distinctly of today.</p>



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<p>“Bruichladdich Yellow Submarine III is one of those whiskies that makes you smile as soon as you nose it,” he says. “The bourbon and French red wine casks wrap around the spirit beautifully, you get honeyed oats, buttery shortbread, then this ripple of nutmeg, hazelnut and gentle ginger heat.</p>



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<p>“On the palate it’s luxuriously smooth, with orange zest, honeysuckle, apple and pear all playing their part, before crème brûlée richness and a touch of sea salt bring you right back to Islay. It’s playful, layered and moreish, exactly what a Yellow Submarine whisky should be. Dive in!”</p>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>The tasting experience (spoiler: it’s dangerously moreish)</strong></h3>



<p>Nose: Sweet honeyed oats and buttery shortbread, toasted hazelnuts, pistachio baklava, a dusting of nutmeg, pink peppercorn and ginger.</p>



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<p>Palate: Silky texture, bright orange zest, honeysuckle, crisp apple and pear, then rich crème brûlée and a whisper of sea salt that drags you straight back to the Atlantic coast.</p>



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<p>Finish: Long, honeyed, gently spicy, toasted hazelnut. The kind of finish that makes you immediately want another sip.</p>



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<p>This is not just another anniversary bottling. It’s a love letter to the scrappy, rebellious, slightly absurd early years of a distillery that refused to play by the rules, and somehow ended up with a yellow submarine in the car park as permanent proof.</p>



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<p>The original Yellow Submarine became a cult classic. The second one sold out fast.<br>This one already feels like the one collectors and drinkers will still be talking about in another 25 years.</p>



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<p>The submarine has resurfaced. Time to dive in.</p>


Dive Deep: Bruichladdich’s Legendary Yellow Submarine Is Back, And This Time It’s Liquid


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<p>It is difficult to write the words “ten years” without feeling something stir. For Fort &amp; Manlé, those two small words carry the weight of a quiet, fragrant revolution. What began not from certainty but from pure, unfiltered admiration has blossomed into a decade of independent perfumery that refuses to shout, yet somehow fills the room.</p>



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<p>Rasei, the founder and nose behind the house, never set out to conquer the industry. He set out to stand, however humbly, beside the great masters whose bottles had once lined his own shelves like sacred relics. Christopher Laudamiel’s bold architecture, Christopher Sheldrake’s oriental dreamscapes for Serge Lutens, Jean-Claude Ellena’s airy, travel-soaked Jardins for Hermès, these were not just inspirations. They were teachers. Rasei studied them the way a painter studies the Old Masters: not to copy the brushstrokes, but to understand why certain compositions refuse to fade.</p>



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<p>For years the quiet fear lingered. Would his own work ever feel finished? Polished enough? Elegant enough to sit beside the giants without looking like an earnest understudy? That fear became fuel. Every formula was measured against immortality rather than trends. The result was a body of work that never chased attention and somehow earned devotion anyway. Amber Absolutely tipped its hat (respectfully) to Laudamiel. Certain orientals carried the ghost of Sheldrake’s magnificent worlds. The sense of place and story that Ellena bottled so effortlessly found its way into Rasei’s own atmospheric compositions. Even Under Which Rivers Flow and Kolonya read like love letters to a slower, more beautiful era, perfumes made for legacy, not for the algorithm.</p>


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<p>And then came the ladybird.</p>



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<p>Portrait of a Ladybird is the house’s tenth-anniversary statement, and it could not be more perfectly chosen. The ladybird is small, delicate, and quietly resilient. It lands on flowers without fanfare, moves through gardens largely unnoticed, and still manages to leave beauty in its wake. In many ways it is Fort &amp; Manlé itself: never the biggest house, never the loudest voice on the shelf, simply a stubbornly independent atelier devoted to exceptional materials and uncompromising craft. While larger luxury brands calculate cost-per-drop, Fort &amp; Manlé has spent a decade pouring in the good stuff; the rare, the costly, the almost-unjustifiable, because that is the only path that feels true.x</p>



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<p>The perfume is more than a fragrance. It is a portrait of the journey itself: the late nights, the discarded formulas, the moments of doubt, the slow accumulation of confidence, the customers and collectors who believed long before the wider world caught the scent. It is a portrait of a young perfumer searching for his own voice in the long shadows of masters. Most of all, it is a portrait of gratitude.</p>



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<p>Only three hundred bottles will ever exist. Three hundred small, gleaming reminders that great things are rarely built overnight. They are built the way a ladybird builds its quiet reputation; patiently, flower by flower, year after year, with devotion, perseverance, and an almost stubborn love of beauty.</p>



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<p>Ten years have passed. The bottles of Portrait of a Ladybird are ready to leave the atelier and find their permanent homes. Long after the last one is gone, they will remain markers of a particular moment in time: the decade when admiration slowly, beautifully, became something of its own.</p>



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<p>The journey continues. And for that, Fort &amp; Manlé, and everyone who has walked any part of the path with it, remain profoundly, scentsibly grateful.</p>



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<p>Shop location</p>



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<p><strong>Causeway Bay</strong></p>



<p>Shop 117, 1/F, Lee Garden Two, 28 Yun Ping Road</p>



<p>info_leegardens@scentedniche.com Tel: 2608 2060</p>



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<p><strong>Tsim Sha Tsui</strong></p>



<p>Shop 210A, Level 2, 18 Salisbury Road, K11 Musea</p>



<p>info_k11musea@scentedniche.com</p>



<p>Tel: 2608 2205</p>



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<p><strong>Causeway Bay</strong></p>



<p>Shop 28, G/F, 11-19 Great George Street, Fashion Walk</p>



<p>info@scentedniche.com</p>



<p>Tel: 2608 2206</p>



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Scent-sational Milestone: Fort & Manlé Hits Its Scent-ennial Ten years of notes, nuance, and pure perfume perseverance and the sweet smell of a limited-edition celebration


<p>In Hong Kong, the luxury car has never been merely a means of transportation. In a city defined by vertical living, compressed geography and visible success, the automobile functions as a moving declaration of identity. Because efficient public transport reduces the necessity of private ownership, choosing to own a luxury car is an intentional act. It signals achievement, taste, and alignment with a particular vision of modern prestige. Today, that signal is evolving as the market navigates electrification, the enduring pull of European heritage, and the unstoppable rise of the power SUV.</p>



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<p>For decades, the hierarchy of luxury motoring in Hong Kong was relatively stable. Mercedes-Benz represented establishment authority and diplomatic polish. BMW suggested executive confidence. Porsche conveyed disciplined performance credibility. Bentley and Rolls-Royce occupied the summit of aristocratic refinement, while Ferrari and Lamborghini embodied flamboyant success. The driveway on the Peak or in Repulse Bay communicated belonging to a particular echelon, and the badge on the bonnet carried generational meaning.</p>



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<p>Yet the psychology of desire is shifting. Hong Kong’s newer affluent class – entrepreneurs in technology, logistics, finance and private equity – approaches luxury through a different lens. They grew up in a digital world. Innovation impresses them as much as legacy craftsmanship. A panoramic digital interface, autonomous driving capability or ultra-fast-charging infrastructure may weigh as heavily in their decision as hand-stitched leather or a century of racing history. Status is increasingly intertwined with technological fluency.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Electric Accord</h3>



<p>Electrification sits at the centre of this transformation. Over recent years, electric vehicles have moved from novelty to dominance in new registrations. Government incentives accelerated early adoption, but policy alone cannot explain the shift. Electric performance has matured dramatically. Instant torque delivers acceleration once reserved for supercars. Silent cabins create a new dimension of serenity suited to Hong Kong’s dense urban environment. Charging infrastructure, while still evolving, has become far more accessible across residential towers and commercial buildings.</p>



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<p>The arrival of credible luxury electric models from established European brands marked a turning point. Porsche’s Taycan proved that battery power could coexist with sports car DNA. Its low centre of gravity and disciplined handling reassured purists that performance would not vanish in the electric age. Mercedes-Benz translated the opulence of the S-Class into the EQS, emphasising digital theatre and near-silent refinement. BMW’s i7 leaned into cinematic rear seat experiences and executive comfort. Audi’s e-tron GT bridged performance and sculptural elegance.</p>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Mainland Drive</h3>



<p>At the same time, Chinese manufacturers have entered the premium conversation with confidence. Brands such as BYD, Nio, Zeekr and XPeng now compete not only on price but on technology and design. Their vehicles often feature expansive curved screens, AI-driven voice assistants and rapid software updates that mirror smartphone ecosystems. Extended range and fast charging capabilities address practical anxieties. For Hong Kong buyers accustomed to digital integration across every aspect of life, this seamless connectivity resonates strongly.</p>



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<p>The result is a more fluid hierarchy. Car buyers are increasingly cross-shopping across continents and categories. A Porsche Taycan may sit on the same shortlist as a high-spec electric SUV from a Chinese marque. A Mercedes EQS may compete directly with technology-forward alternatives that promise similar comfort with greater digital novelty. Loyalty is no longer guaranteed by badge alone; it must be earned through user experience, innovation and perceived value.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Power Trip</h3>



<p>Still, heritage retains powerful emotional weight. The mechanical theatre of a naturally aspirated engine; the tactile sensation of a perfectly weighted steering wheel; the resonance of a V8 echoing through a tunnel – these elements continue to enchant collectors and enthusiasts. Limited-production Ferraris and Lamborghinis remain coveted assets. For some, they represent the closing chapter of internal-combustion artistry, destined to become rarer and potentially more valuable as electrification advances.</p>



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<p>This coexistence of old and new defines Hong Kong’s current luxury landscape. It is not a binary contest between petrol and electrons but a layered transition. Many affluent households now maintain multiple vehicles: an electric sedan or SUV for daily urban commuting, and a combustion engine supercar reserved for weekends or special occasions. The garage becomes a reflection of dual identities – pragmatic modernity alongside nostalgic passion.</p>



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<p>If one category best captures present-day dominance, it is the power SUV. Hong Kong’s topography makes the appeal obvious. Steep inclines on the Peak, narrow roads in Mid-Levels and frequent heavy rain reward ride height, traction and stability. Chauffeur culture further strengthens demand for spacious rear cabins and commanding road presence. The SUV satisfies both symbolic and practical requirements.</p>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Sport Utility Versatility</h3>



<p>Rolls-Royce’s Cullinan redefined luxury expectations by proving that an SUV could deliver both imposing stature and exquisite refinement. Bentley’s Bentayga balanced grand touring comfort with everyday usability. Lamborghini’s Urus injected supercar aggression into the format, attracting younger, more flamboyant buyers. Ferrari’s Purosangue merged performance pedigree with four-door practicality, expanding the brand’s appeal without diluting its mystique. Land Rover’s flagship variants continue to anchor driveways with understated British authority.</p>



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<p>Electrification has amplified rather than diminished the SUV’s relevance. Instant torque enhances uphill performance. Battery placement improves cabin space and stability. Mercedes’ EQS SUV, BMW’s iX and Porsche’s electric Macan reflect European commitment to electrified utility. Chinese competitors offer similarly sized electric SUVs with competitive range and technology at compelling price points. For buyers weighing environmental responsibility against presence, the electric SUV presents a persuasive synthesis.</p>



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<p>Sustainability also shapes purchasing decisions in subtler ways. Corporate leaders mindful of ESG narratives increasingly consider the optics of their vehicles. Arriving at a board meeting in an electric luxury sedan communicates alignment with forward-looking values. Premium brands now emphasise responsibly sourced materials, recycled trim elements and carbon-neutral production while preserving craftsmanship. Luxury remains indulgent, but it is reframed through a lens of accountability.</p>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Asset Driven</h3>



<p>Investment considerations further complicate the picture. Hong Kong’s affluent community has long viewed certain cars as alternative assets. Limited-edition hypercars and rare performance models can appreciate significantly. Indeed, the final iterations of iconic engines may gain collectable status precisely because they represent an ending. Simultaneously, early landmark electric models may acquire historical significance as pioneers of a new era.</p>



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<p>Market dynamics in mainland China inevitably influence local sentiment. The rapid advancement of Chinese electric technology and the scale of production have accelerated innovation and pricing competitiveness. Mainland buyers with business ties to Hong Kong contribute to cross-border demand, particularly for high-spec SUVs and flagship electric models. Yet Hong Kong maintains distinct preferences shaped by space constraints, parking costs and dense urban living. Compact luxury sedans and performance coupes retain appeal among enthusiasts who value manoeuvrability.</p>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">The Road Ahead</h3>



<p>Looking forward, the luxury-car market in Hong Kong is unlikely to converge on a single dominant narrative. Electrification will deepen as battery technology improves and charging networks expand. Autonomous features will become more sophisticated, appealing to chauffeur-driven owners who prioritise seamless commutes. European brands will continue investing heavily in electric platforms, ensuring that heritage evolves rather than fades. Chinese manufacturers will refine premium positioning, strengthening design language and global presence.</p>



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<p>Ultimately, driving desire in Hong Kong remains anchored in aspiration. Whether powered by petrol or battery, whether adorned with a storied European crest or an ambitious new emblem, the luxury car continues to function as a mobile expression of ambition. The soundscape may be changing, trading engine roar for electric hum, but the symbolism endures. In a metropolis built on reinvention, prestige does not disappear – it recalibrates.</p>


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