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Asia’s Cacao Renaissance
Dedicated smallholder farmers and ardent craft chocolatiers are giving Asian cacao beans – a crop once held in low regard – their well-deserved time in the sun.
8 Rice Dumplings To Savour For Dragon Boat Festival 2023
Among the celebratory dishes that revolve around the Dragon Boat Festival, none are as central as the rice dumpling – or bak chang as it is fondly known in Singapore. Here are eight places in Singapore where you can savour both sweet and savoury varieties, and indulge in the spirit of the festival.
Sweet Showstoppers (Part 1)
Whether it’s a crystal-shaped wagashi in Bali or a tipsy afternoon tea treat in Jakarta, two of Indonesia’s gastronomic destinations have proved that there should always be room for dessert. The sweet showstoppers are available throughout the day in different pâtisseries, boulangeries and viennoiseries in the city and the island.
The Chocolate Entrepreneur
Meet Singapore food entrepreneur Anjali Gupta of Anjalichocolat. From handcrafted sustainable indulgences to hands-on workshops, she shares how she has grown her business into the premium chocolate brand it is known today.
Banyan Tree Krabi Steps Beyond Recycling To Upcycling
Guests checking in at the luxury beachfront resort of Banyan Tree Krabi are reducing their carbon footprint on southern Thailand’s marine environment from the moment they arrive. Instead of the usual hotel “welcome pack”, visitors are presented with a novel tote bag that was created by local artisans using upcycled waste washed up on local beaches.