Surrealist artist Tommy Fung reimagines Hong Kong
Hong Kong artist, and one of our two May cover stars, Tommy Fung started SurrealHK as a hobby; his artwork has since taken the fashion and luxury worlds by storm. And what you just scrolled past is an exclusive piece he created for Tatler that celebrates the best of Hong Kong.
Beyond what you can see from Fung’s beautiful artwork, there is a lot about our city that is worth celebrating. For example, we have incredible wonton noodles that can turn any bad day around, entrepreneurs whose skincare solutions are created locally, sustainably and to target Hong Kong’s specific climate, and women-targeted spa treatments that will leave you feeling relaxed and lifted.
Other newsletter highlights this week:
- From Tokyo to Bangkok, where to go for the best vintage shopping in Asia
- For Mother’s Day this Sunday, 10 books that explore the good, bad and ugly sides of motherhood
- A deep dive into the art of fine-dining plating
- 5 cultural events happening in Hong Kong this month you don’t want to miss
I hope you spend some time this weekend exploring our fantastic city. Happy Friday!
Heidi Yeung
Digital Editor
HOMES
How to create ‘high-style comfort’ in your home
Jennifer Margolin of Belevivi (Photo: Affa Chan/Tatler Hong Kong)
When she first moved here from Los Angeles with her husband and daughter in 2014, Jennifer Margolin found there to be a lack of home decor brands between budget and uber-luxe in Hong Kong. So in 2022, Margolin and her friend founded the “high-style comfort” brand Belevivi.
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Architects reveal the ways they are helping to make the world more eco-conscious, one residence at a time.
Introduce your mum to the quiet luxury trend this Mother’s Day with one of these beautiful gift ideas for the home.
Everything you need to know about “wabi sabi”, the Japanese philosophy that celebrates life’s (and your home’s) sublime imperfections.
STYLE
Tatler’s ultimate guide to vintage shopping around Asia
Aloooooha Vintage boutique in Shanghai (Photo: Instagram/@aloooooha_official)
Hong Kong has a great vintage shopping scene, but so do many of our neighbouring cities and countries—bookmark these second-hand stores for your next treasure hunt for pre-loved goodies.
MORE FROM STYLE
Perfumer Mark Buxton on being the “nose” for luxury houses, and the advantages of working with niche brands.
Take a look at the Asian world leaders who travelled to London to celebrate the coronation of King Charles III.
Meet TiN5 Skin founder Nicholas Chow, who has created sustainable, luxury skincare products for Hong Kong’s climate.
POWER & PURPOSE
10 books that explore mother-child relationships
Michelle Zauner, author of ‘Crying in H Mart’, with her mother (Photo: Instagram / @jbrekkie)
We explore the good, bad and unconventional versions of motherhood that are represented in ten books that look at the experience from different angles.
MORE FROM POWER & PURPOSE
From climate change to medicine, here is how Mira Murati of ChatGPT thinks AI can change the world.
Learn more about Asia’s top medical minds who are leading the fight against cancer.
Mastercard has paired up with Lubuds Group to curate exceptional experiences for its cardholders and highlight the group's expertise in the culinary industry.
DINING
Where to find the best wonton noodles in Hong Kong
Lam Yuk-ming of Spring Moon (Photo: Instagram/@biig_chaikittiphan)
For many in Hong Kong, wonton noodles are a go-to meal when they need something quick, delicious and guaranteed to hit the spot. Tatler asked five Chinese chefs to share their favourite spot to go to in the city for a steaming bowl of this classic comfort food.
MORE FROM DINING
Have you ever wanted your Instagram #food posts to look professionally styled? Here we look into the art of fine-dining plating.
How foreign chefs in Paris are giving French cuisine a twist with tastes and memories from their childhoods.
The Scottish distillery Highland Park is gearing up to release its rarest whisky to date with a highly anticipated launch in Hong Kong.
LIFESTYLE
Hong Kong artist Vaevae Chan on serendipity and healing
Artist Vaevae Chan in her office (Photo: Affa Chan/Tatler Hong Kong)
Meet Vaevae Chan, the Hong Kong artist who installed a cave in her studio that represents how she copes with personal trauma—then opened it up to the public.
MORE FROM LIFESTYLE
Here are five cultural events happening in Hong Kong this May you don’t want to miss.
Spa review: Chuan Spa’s breast care massage will leave you feeling lifted in body and spirits.
Meet the kabuki kids: the children of Japan’s traditional theatre who are reviving the once-popular art form.
AROUND ASIA
PHILIPPINES | Get to know the up and rising motorsports racing driver Bianca Bustamante as she encourages young women to pursue their dreams.
MALAYSIA | Urban development consultant and design director Shin Tseng discusses building a city that creates a positive impact.
SINGAPORE | For Mother’s Day, we asked these chefs in Singapore how their mothers, grandmothers, and mother figures have influenced their cooking.
