The thriving and growing bar scene in Hong Kong, UAE and all over Southeast Asia (and beyond) is spearheaded by many great talents, often bringing their concepts and skills overseas – to excel and take inspiration from local flavours, cuisines and ingredients in various destinations. Home-grown aficionados and enthusiasts learning the trade are now increasingly also spearheading many of the destination bars (unique concepts, speakeasies, restaurant bars etc.) and signature hotel bars. The Asia’s 50 Best Bars Awards speaks volumes about the growing scene. Here, expect Happy Hour Asia’s coverage to share news about bartenders (and also interviews) in relation to appointments, awards, menu launches and new openings. Meet the creators/mixologists behind those extraordinary cocktail concoctions and get bar- and drinking culture insights, and trends information. Get bartender tips and the artisans’ (also F&B managers) recommendations on and insights about cocktail food pairings, what inspires them as aficionados/connoisseurs, and how they go about creating new signature cocktails. How local habits and spirits impacts and serves as influence within the bar/cocktail culture is also covered.
BKK Social Club bar news: the Asia’s 50 Best Bars Awards 2024 is another magnificent milestone for the hotel bar nestled within Four …
