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Made possible by YTL Hotels, PS150's global tour is a rare opportunity for the bar's talented team to take their craft further afield. PS150 is serving limited edition cocktails at 5 luxury properties — The Majestic Malacca, Hilton Niseko Village and The Greenleaf Niseko Village in Japan, and Threadneedles Hotel and The Academy in the United Kingdom — through May 10, 2019."With this collaboration between YTL Hotels x PS150, we’re excited to introduce Malaysian flavours, textures and styles. After all, it is very Malaysian to share our love of food — it is the best way to get to know us," said PS150 co-founder Tan Boon Wy.
The Venues
The Majestic Malacca. Photo: Courtesy of YTL Hotels.
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The Majestic Malacca: Located by a riverbank that teemed during the spice trade of yesteryear, The Majestic Malacca provides a glimpse into a bygone era. Multicultural influences are reflected in its colonial architecture, bespoke services and Kristang cuisine.
Threadneedles: Formerly a Victorian bank, this discreet boutique hotel is crowned by an elegant stained-glass dome — a favourite highlight Instagrammers. Housing a restaurant by celebrated British chef Marco Pierre White, Theadneedles also takes pride in its iconic afternoon tea.
The Academy: The hotel occupies an enviable location in the centre of Bloomsbury, a high-end district in London's West End dating back 240 years. Grassy squares and grand Georgian townhouses make for pleasant strolls around the neighbourhood.
Hilton Niseko Village: Adjacent to the Niseko Gondola that whisks skiers straight to the top of Mount Niseko Annupuri, this luxury hotel is outfitted with outstanding restaurants, a spa, an onsen, a fitness centre, a business centre, meeting rooms, a ballroom and a playground for little 'uns.
The Green Leaf Niseko Village: The brainchild of New York-based design firm Champalimaud Design, which has won awards for its distinctive interiors that reflect their unique settings, The Green Leaf Niseko Village is an all-season destination hotel. Enjoy the great outdoors before letting your hair down at the fireplace, the therapeutic hot springs, or the in-house spa.
A Sneak Peek Of Some Cocktails
Malt Juniper. Photo: Courtesy of PS150.
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Malt & Juniper: Representing a melting pot of cultures or the 'lain-lain' community in Malaysia, this cocktail marries sweet vermouth and dry spice syrup, resulting in a strong but smooth finish.
Lychee No. 3: PS150’s take on the lychee martini, albeit a less sweet version. The number in the name stands for its 3 ingredients: gin, torch ginger and lime. No more, no less.
The Salty Chinaman: A PS150 classic, its moniker is a direct translation of the Cantonese expression ham sap lou, meaning 'horny man.' An apt tribute to the speakeasy, which once housed a brothel.
Schedule Of Events
Upcoming:
March 15-16, 2019: The Bar at The Majestic Malacca, Malacca
May 7-8, 2019: Wheeler’s Bar at Threadneedles Hotel, London
May 9, 2019: The Alchemy Bar at The Academy, London
Past:
February 26-27, 2019: Ezo Pub at Hilton Niseko Village, Hokkaido
February 28-March 1, 2019: Tomioka White at The Greenleaf Niseko Village, Hokkaido.
Samantha Sowerby has hung up her hat as Tatler Malaysia's dining editor to explore her cultural roots through cuisine in Shanghai. For seven years, New York City was home, but scurrying between stints in stuffy newsrooms and sizzling kitchens wore her out. She loves a good "Specials" board at a restaurant and always tries to hold herself to a better standard. Follow her on Instagram @sammi.in.shanghai.
