Tatler Hong Kong Magazine - November 2023

In this issue

For our November cover story, we spoke to veteran film and theatre actor Sylvia Chang ahead of her one-woman performance with the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra, A Midsummer Night's Dream with Sylvia Chang. She talked about representation, doing justice to her characters, and the importance of Hong Kong stories.
Elsewhere in the edition, we dive into Macau's exciting mission to rewrite its identity as an arts hub; take an exclusive look at Beatrice Ho's collaboration with centuries-old jeweller Mouawad; and learn how the Tatler community celebrates Diwali.

Glowing Traditions

Members of the Tatler community share how they celebrate Diwali, the festival of lights

4 mins

Pride of Place

Vidur Yadav and Tanvir Bhasin are behind Bengal Brothers, which has branches in Wan Chai, Kennedy Town and at Base Hall. Here, they speak to Tatler about the \"deluxe edition\" of the concept in the Wan Chai location, which in September was rebranded from a takeaway to an Indian street food eatery and boozy canteen

3 mins

Look at Him Gogo

Steven Lam is the CEO and one of five co-founders behind the innovative logistics platform GogoX, formerly known as GogoVan

5 mins

Changing the Narrative

Shuyin Tang, co-founder and CEO of the Beacon Fund, a private debt fund that focuses on backing women-owned and women-led businesses, and Nicole Denholder, founder of Next Chapter Ventures, a funding ecosystem for female founders, speak about the different pathways to funding for female founders and redefining what it means to be a successful entrepreneur

4 mins

Fred Ngan

Five years since making Bowtie a household name in Hong Kong insurance, its co-founder and co-CEO Fred Ngan has no intention of resting on any laurels

2 mins

Not Horsing Around

In this exclusive interview, we delve into the illustrious career of the renowned horse trainer and former jockey Tony Cruz, who reflects on his remarkable journey, unpacks the gruelling regime behind the lives of jockeys and trainers and reveals why retirement isn't on the cards

5 mins

Ocean Medley

The Manor restaurant at The St Regis Macao introduces the latest chapter in its Stories of the Sea series of six-course dinner experiences

1 min

Feed Your Curiosity

Tatler Dining's Off Menu food festival comes to Macau

1 min

PAINTING A NEW SCENE

From the Monte Carlo of the east to an aspiring art city: here's how Macau is navigating its new identity

7 mins

All That Glitters

Beatrice Ho and the luxury jewellery house Mouawad have joined forces to create the Venus Collection, a capsule collection that draws inspiration from the goddess of love. In an exclusive interview with Tatler, Ho and Fred Mouawad, who is a fourth-generation owner of the house, delve into the creative journey behind this collaboration-and why they're keeping it all in the family

4 mins

An Enchanted Evening

Chopard High Jewellery entrances guests in an immersive garden wonderland at teamLab SuperNature Macao

2 mins

A Doubleedged Sword

In the digital age, when trends spread like wildfire across social media platforms, fashion has found a new dimension in the form of viral moments. Trending content capturing iconic red carpet appearances and controversial runway designs has the ability to captivate the world’s attention and shape the industry’s landscape.

2 mins

GOOD TIMES

The city's biggest watch collectors and enthusiasts attended Tatler's first-ever Timeless Watch Week

2 mins

German Excellence

The luxury X7 SUV was unveiled to Tatler VIPs at a magnificent four-hands dinner this September

1 min

THE ONCE AND FUTURE QUEEN

Legendary actor Sylvia Chang's career has spanned five decades and seen her win countless awards. Her next goal is to change the way Chinese stories are told

8 mins

Time for Reflection

Oversized opals and tantalising tourmalines enticed at Gucci's latest sumptuous showcase

1 min

Rotor Reinvented

Richard Mille introduces a new automatic movement and reimagined case to the RM 30-01, its iconic tonneau-shaped collection

1 min

Making Waves

Take a closer look at Omega's splashy new Seamaster collection launched this summer

1 min

A Night to Remember

Austy Lee looks to a fleeting natural beauty unforgettable to craft an piece of jewellery

1 min

The BodyMind Connection

Rolex's Perpetual Planet initiative recognises and supports Grégoire Courtine's pioneering technology that restores mobility after paralysis

2 mins

Vintage is In

Discover the allure of vintage jewellery and its growing popularity among collectors, auction houses and enthusiasts

10 mins

Boundless Brilliance

Haute jeweller Anna Hu continues to shine with the latest Papillon du Blanc collection

2 mins

BOLD VISION

Italian eyewear triumphs at Hong Kong International Optical Fair 2023

2 mins

GAINS not SHAME

From being fat-shamed by personal trainers to receiving unsolicited advice from strangers, Asian models, activists and influencers share what they have to endure on their journeys to become stronger and healthier

4 mins

ALL FOR ONE

Go-big-or-gohome holidaying reaches its peak with these buy-out-only properties.

3 mins

36 HOURS ENSCONCED IN COGNAC

Château de Bagnolet is only open by invite to Hennessy's closest celebrity friends and top buyers; we find out how it continues to play an important role in the house of cognac's identity

5 mins

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Tatler is the region’s leading luxury and lifestyle media brand, presenting the very best of power, influence and style. Since 1977, Tatler has connected Asia’s most influential communities with the goal of promoting and developing Asian identity and culture. Tatler focuses on power and influence with greater meaning and purpose, shining the light on a larger cross-section of the people, communities and industries impacting Asia.