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China Eastern takes flight in PPRD Confirms 7 plans for 2017 Guangzhou Seven major plans for the year ahead Male-only channels open in Baiyun airport of Eastern Airlines, one of the three were confirmed by the 2016 Pan-Pearl Guangzhou largest air carriers in China, announced River Delta (PPRD) Regional Co-operation Baiyun airport in Guangzhou city has just opened special channels for the establishment of its Chief Executive Joint Conference, the security check of male passengers and explains that opening the branch, to further tap the South China held in Nanchang, Jiangxi. The plans male-only channel is to respect the customs of foreigners and people market. It plans to launch routes include promoting the development of from various ethnic groups to improve its services and become more from Guangzhou and Shenzhen in regional economic co-operation and the passenger-friendly. The airport has already set up female-only channels, Guangdong to various destinations in construction of a unified market, and late-comer channels, first-class cabin channels and luggage-free countries such as Cambodia, Vietnam strengthening co-operation in major channels, catering to the various demands of different passengers. and Malaysia, and then routes between infrastructure construction. Guangzhou, Americas and Oceania.

Prime Minister Li Keqiang Emirates Adds Guangzhou and Moscow to its Global Guangzhou Evergrande encourages economic A380 Network to Meet Growing Local Market Demand Clinches Sixth Chinese Super diversification of Macau Emirates Airline has upgraded its Dubai - Guangzhou and Dubai- League Title China’s Prime Minister Li Keqiang, Moscow service with the introduction of its iconic A380 aircraft on the announced 19 measures to support routes starting from October. Moscow and Guangzhou join more than Guangzhou Evergrande clinched a the development of the Macau Special 40 Emirates A380 destination cities. Passengers on Emirates’ A380 record-breaking sixth consecutive Administrative Region (MSAR), can enjoy the airline’s award-winning inflight entertainment system, Chinese Super League title after a including access by cars from Macau to ice, with more than 2,500 channels of on-demand audio and visual 1-1 draw with Yanbian Funde which Hengqin Island in Zhuhai. By year end, entertainment featuring the latest movies There is also free Wi-Fi of up meant they cannot be caught with two Macau-registered cars will have access to 10MB to stay in touch with family and friends during the flight. games remaining. The team had also to Hengqin Island, and before 30 June previously made history by becoming next year, the rules relating to travel on China announce Marcello Lippi China’s first AFC Champions League recreational boats with individual visas as new coach to replace Gao winners in 2013 and regained the title will be announced and Zhongshan will last year. This record victory underlined be the first city to receive this travel Hongbo Guangzhou Evergrande’s status as one permit to Macau and Macau to the The World Cup winning Italian, Marcello of the region’s top clubs. Chinese city. Lippi, has been named as the new head coach of China. Lippi will replace Gao Hongbo who resigned earlier after signing a contract with the Chinese Football Association (CFA). Lippi’s immediate task is to improve China’s performance in the remaining qualifiers for Russia 2018 and then overhaul the entire structure of Chinese football.

Switzerland opens new Guangdong prepares for consulate general in Chengdu IMF Adds Chinese Renminbi big moves on Internet to deepen Sino-Swiss relations to Special Drawing Rights innovation and security Basket Switzerland is opening a consulate Tim Cook has announced that general in November in Chengdu as Effective October 1, the IMF is adding Apple has decided to set up an part of the government’s efforts to the Chinese renminbi (RMB) to the R&D center in Shenzhen to focus promote business between China and basket of currencies that make up on manufacturing and software Switzerland. Mr Frank Eggmann has the Special Drawing Right, or SDR. development during a meeting at been appointed the consul general. The SDR is an international reserve the sidelines of 2016 National Mass This will be Switzerland's fifth official asset created by the IMF in 1969 to Innovation and Entrepreneurship representation in China. The consulate supplement its member countries’ Week. Emphasis will be laid on earning general will also work with cultural official reserves. The RMB’s inclusion an international reputation in the sectors to contribute to the cultural reflects China’s expanding role in brand of “Guangdong” in enforcing exchanges between China and

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The battle for jobs is heating up as the number of graduates are up as the number of graduates are The battle for jobs is heating about the but the number of jobs available dwindles. Read increasing many countries worldwide of graduate unemployment afflicting problem and learn in times of gloom some tips on enhancing your employability and doom.

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cover story 12 This year, a staggering 7.7 million college graduates will enter China’s job market. Combine that with about 4.4 million graduates from secondary vocational schools and about 300,000 students returning from overseas, this will potentially escalate the total number of jobseekers in China alone to as high as 12 million. Yet, deteriorating economic conditions and research by headhunters indicate that companies are hiring less and some have even frozen external hiring altogether. To add to the woes, the global economy has worsened to such an extent that Ms Linda Teo, a country manager of renowned recruiter in Singapore, ManpowerGroup has warned that young job seekers should understand the current situation and temper their expectations. Leverage Ms Teo said “Overall, they can also do themselves a favour by not pricing technology and Leverage social media themselves out of the job market. For instance, for a fresh graduate to Texpect a salary of $3,500 and upwards is unrealistic in the current climate.” Leverage on social media platforms like LinkedIn to enhance your Another recruiter, Mr Heng advises young job seekers to be open with employability. There are more than 277 million people on LinkedIn at their options. “They should be prepared that they might not get an ideal last count. This means you want to be on it. LinkedIn is a formidable first job with the pay or (in the) industry they are hoping for”. Others professional networking platform as well as a powerful job board and such as Barclays and ANZ, who have retrenched their staff in Asia-Pacific, search engine. The fact that a full 94% of recruiters use social media, in has warned that salary increments and huge bonuses are impossible in particular LinkedIn, to fill open positions should get you excited. such trying times. Amidst such gloom and doom, it is no wonder many graduates and professionals seeking to change their jobs are pessimistic That means jobseekers should take painstaking efforts to upload about their prospects over the coming years. a professional profile picture and spend some time to create a comprehensive CV on their LinkedIn profiles so that the head-hunters However, all is not lost. There are certain strategies to help jobseekers sniffing around will be enticed by their attractive profile while they are gain the attention of potential employers as headhunters and recruiters hunting for the right candidates to fill any available positions they might worldwide offer several valuable tips for helping jobseekers and fresh have. graduates stand out from the pack: To spruce up your profile, you may wish to even demonstrate your knowledge of picking up a relevant language. For example, a Chinese jobseeker wishing to target MNCs will have to demonstrate his proficiency in English by ensuring his write-up on LinkedIn is error-free and likewise, an American wishing to work for an MNC or local enterprise in China might attempt to incorporate Mandarin in his profile.

Demonstrate that you have excellent soft skills

While technical skills are a must-have for certain jobs, many businesses regard soft-skills as a critical skillset that their employees must have. A survey of 5,000 business owners conducted by Virgin Media Business shows that a positive attitude and soft skills were among the qualities employees look for in new staff members, ranking higher than academic and professional qualifications. Ruth Jacobs, managing director of Networking Randstad Technologies, said, “To stay competitive and ensure long-term success, businesses require not just the technical expertise of employees We’ve all heard that it’s often not what you know but who you know. This but also their soft skillset. Particularly when it comes to face-to-face might be truer than you think. The reality is that having a vast network interaction or winning new business, soft skills are essential”. drastically tips the scales. Although education and credentials are still highly valued, most jobs never get posted to the public. If a job opening The lingering perception towards Asian universities is that they are very comes up, the first thing a company will do is ask, “Who do you know?” or effective at churning out graduates who are very proficient in technical “Do we have someone that can do this?” A referral or an introduction by a skills but sorely lacking in creativity and communication skills. Hence, personal friend is more effective than a total unknown stranger applying via jobseekers, especially graduates from China universities, need to be a CV sent through a job portal. able to somehow find a way to indicate to employers that they possess attributes like being a team-player, excellent communication skills and high This is especially true for China where “guanxis” are paramount and who EQ to convince employers to take them on-board. you know trumps which university you graduate from or your sky-high GPA. Therefore, the name of the game is to network, network and network. The In bad times, jobseekers will undoubtedly find it hard to land a job. larger your network, the more access to opportunities you have. Therefore, However, it is not impossible. By not letting rejections affect you too it is imperative that learn to build effective relationships to help them gain adversely, remaining optimistic with a can-do attitude and an open more opportunities through their networks. Fresh graduates can also use mindset, and using the above strategies, it will only be a matter of time their internships to forge relationships with their mentors to obtain a good before you finally land a suitable job. referral. 14 fortune P APER MAGAZINE

China Regulatory Brief Peer-To-Peer Lending Companies and Property Tax

Preferential Tax Policies for Import of Products for Animation Enterprises

On August 1, 2016, a notice was issued which stipulates that imported materials and equipment required for the independent development and production of animation enterprises may be exempt from import tariffs and VAT. The notice (Cai Guan Shui [2016] No.36), which was jointly issued by the Ministry of Finance (MOF), General Administration of Customs (GAC), and State Administration of Taxation (SAT), specifies that only goods which are recognized by the relevant regulatory departments may enjoy tax and tariff exemption, and so developed an interim provision bringing into effect the preferential law.

Regulation Formulated to Standardize Peer-To-Peer Lending Companies activities such as cash pooling, absorbing public savings, and providing guarantees for borrowers. The regulation specifies that A new regulation was issued on August 24, 2016 which will toughen individual borrowers’ balance is not to exceed RMB 200,000 on control over peer-to-peer lending companies. The regulation will a single peer-to-peer lending platform, and RMB 1 million across lead a crackdown on illegal fundraising that sometimes occur on multiple platforms. For legal entities, these figures stand at RMB 1 such lending platforms. In addition, the China Banking Regulatory million on a single platform, and RMB 5 million on multiple. Peer-to- Commission issued a negative list which outlines the business peer platforms are also required by the regulation to manage clients’ boundaries of peer-to-peer lending companies, restricting them from deposited money via qualified banking institutions. Property Tax Reform Hinted as China’s Next Priority

China’s Finance Minister Lou Jiwei has indicated that a property tax will be introduced in the coming years, which will serve to cool down the real estate market by reducing demand and stabilizing property prices, and will ensure more even income distribution. The tax is expected to be introduced at the earliest around the end of 2017, but may take between three to five years to properly implement because of the many obstacles and challenges it will face. The State Council announced the introduction of the new property tax structure in its fiscal policy plans released earlier this year. The way it will be implemented will vary from region to region, depending on local conditions.

MOFCOM to Cancel Approval of Processing Trade Business across China

An announcement was released on August 25, 2016 which will cancel the need for approval of processing trade business across China. It will also implement and improve the regulatory mechanism responsible within the valid period as issued by the competent department in charge for procedures before and after business transactions. Approval of the of commerce. However, Customs will no longer be in charge of verifying processing trade contract and domestic sales of bonded imported materials the relevant licensing certificates. The announcement ([2016] No.45), which for processing trade or finished products by the department in charge of will come into effect as of September 1, 2016, was jointly released by the commerce are to be cancelled. Enterprises engaged in the processing trade Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) and the General Administration of business are required to go to the Customs to complete the processing Customs (GAC). trade manual (account book) procedures by providing relevant certificates

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Tokyo Revealed Experience a contrast of culture in this traditional yet futuristic capital

From its humble beginnings as a small fishing village, Tokyo is now a sprawling metropolis with a population of over 13 million people. Offering a fascinating mix of the old and new, it’s a city that truly engulfs one’s senses from the start. Here’s a guide to exploring the top attractions in this multi-faceted destination Meiji Jingu Tokyo Tower Head west from Harajuku Station to Tokyo’s most sacred Shinto shrine. Standing tall at 333 meters, the Tokyo Tower boasts of 360° panoramic Dedicated to the souls of Emperor Meiji and his wife, Empress Shoken, views and is the tallest self-supporting steel structure in the world. An Eiffel Meiji Jingu is widely appreciated as a soothing and tranquil oasis. Founded Tower-inspired lattice tower, its brightly painted orange and white exterior is in 1921, it consists of 365 different species of trees, which cover an area of unmissable, and its worth it just to catch a glimpse of Mt. Fuji if conditions are 70,000sqm. Visit the treasure museum to browse old articles used by the good. The Guinness World Records Museum, Wax Museum, Trick Art Gallery nobles and the Meiji Memorial Picture Gallery to witness 80 huge murals, and Space Wax attractions are on the ground level. which depict important events in their lives. Address: 4-2-8 Shiba-koen Minato-ku. Address: 1-1 Yoyogi-Kamizono-cho, Shibuya-ku. Admission: Charges apply Admission: Free Tsukiji Fish Market Senso-ji Home to just about any maritime species, this wholesale fish and seafood Built in the seventh century, Senso-ji is Tokyo’s oldest and most popular market has become a perfect antidote for anyone in search of the freshest Buddhist temple. According to legend, fishermen built it to house a gold sushi you will ever eat. Come in as early as 5am in the morning to witness statue of Kannon (Goddess of Mercy) which they rescued from the Sumida auctions where licensed participants such as large retailers and food River in 628AD. Be sure to see the temple’s symbol, Furai jin-mon(Gate of the processing companies bid for seafood. Wind God and Thunder God) adorned with a red large paper lantern. Pick up Address: 5-2-1 Tsukiji. Japanese souvenirs and handicrafts along Nakamise Doru Street and eat local Admission: Free snacks too. Address: 2-3-1 Asakusa, Taito-ku. Insider’s tips Admission: Free Weather: Tokyo is a year-round destination. The best seasons to visit are Spring, with its cherry blossom season, and Autumn, when the leaves change Imperial Palace color. Avoid August if possible due to high humidity. Situated in the centre of Tokyo amidst a water-filled moat and tree-covered grounds, is the residence of the Emperor and Empress. Kokyo Gaien Information: A raft of practical information and advice is available via the (Imperial Palace Outer Garden), Kokyo Higashi Gyoen(Imperial Palace East Japan National Tourist Organization. Check www.jnto.go.jp/eng/ Garden) and Kita-no-maru-koen Park are popular spots to visit. Be sure to see the Museum of Imperial Collections, which showcases the most exquisite Flights: Tokyo has two airports- Narita and Haneda Airport. Direct round-trip Japanese paintings and kimonos. flights from Guangzhou to Tokyo (Narita) or Tokyo (Haneda) by Air China are 4 Address: 1-1 Chiyoda, Chiyoda-ku. hours and 30 minutes for approximately RMB 5700. Admission: Free

Tokyo does not have a clear centre - instead it consists of 23 special districts that flow into each other, each with their own character, Roppongi is Tokyo's most popular nightlife district among foreigners, atmosphere and architecture. Here are a few must-visit districts for offering a large number of trendy bars, restaurants and nightclubs. Two shopping, entertainment and nightlife. popular attractions in Roppongi are Roppongi Hills and Tokyo Midtown.

Shinjuku is a high-rise shopping and entertainment hub, with more than Ryogoku is where you can encounter sumo wrestlers and the Ryogoku half a million people visiting it everyday. A dizzying, multileveled maze of Kokugikan (Ryogoku National Sports Stadium), where three sumo platforms, shops and restaurants, tournaments are held every year (January, May, September).

Ginza is the most popular downtown area with well-established Japanese Odaiba, built on reclaimed land, has several shopping malls such as shops and famous brand name shops from around the world. Aquacity and Palatte Town, museums, parks and one of the world’s largest ferris wheels. Shibuya is home to fashion trendsetters and is perfect for shopaholics. Don’t miss a visit to Koen-dori Street, which boasts of department stores Akihabara is an ‘electronic wonderland’, with more than 250 shops of all and buildings perfect for family outings. sizes selling just any gadget or appliance under the sun. 18 auto P APER MAGAZINE LeEco’s roadmap to becoming the Tesla of China TheLeSEE Jia Yueting, the CEO OF LeEco, the creator of the LeTV empire (or otherwise known as the “Netflix of China”), is now setting its sights on becoming the Tesla of China by pushing forward with an electrical vehicle (EV) of its own in China. Mr Jia is truly a man on a mission and he attributes his latest venture in the EV business to his desire to save the environment, “This is our dream and passion…. Look at China’s skies. All responsible corporate citizens want to do something about it. This is the truth.”

At a launch in a Beijing Auto Show, Jia Yueting introduced the and it can be remote-controlled with a smartphone. This was latest “invention”, the LeSEE, the brainchild of Mr Jia who demonstrated during a media event in Beijing. emphasizes the need to “build an open automotive ecosystem for energy-efficient, intelligent and connected vehicles”. Furthermore, this concept car is fitted with autopilot technology Despite this, the LeSEE looks like something straight out of for autonomous driving, with sensors located in a roof-based the Tesla playbook as the car rolled out of the man-made fog pod. In autonomous mode, the steering wheel folds into the onto the stage to mysterious lighting and a mob of journalists dashboard. This indicates the LeSEE is fully autonomous and waiting to see the LeSEE for the first time. The LeSEE’s not semi-autonomous like the Tesla Model S where the driver dimensions and key features also bear a striking resemblance to still needs to keep his hands close to the wheel. Sources also the Tesla Model S. revealed that to underscore its seriousness to make the LeSEE a success, LeEco is poaching talent, including specialists for However, The LeSEE is primarily intended for the Chinese infotainment systems and touch screen technology. market.A LeEco has said it will have a top speed of 211 km/h, and that it will be cheaper than the Model S, which starts at With the LeSEE, LeEco aims to develop not just a car but an 730,000 yuan in China ($112,000). LeEco did not reveal when entire digital ecosystem. There can be no doubt Jia Yueting is production will start, but has said that the production car has adamant on creating the car of the future and becoming the entered the “testing phase”. It can move under its own power “Elon Musk of China”.

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USD $1950 net-a-porter.com Fashion Meets Charity Jimmy Choo Honor Extravaganzae Winter Fashion Suede Knee Boots WGuangzhou For USD $1150 Love net-a-porter.com W Guangzhou is excited to announce the annual fundraiser for the UNICEF “Check Out For Children”with its launch of tailor-made charity T-shirts. This event is a global partnership with UNICEF to raise funds for vulnerable children throughout Asia Pacific. Nordplus Women Bio Ceramic Wool Blend Down Parka Supported by 3 generous renowned designers, Datuk (Dr) Jimmy Choo

USD $1248 Collection OBE, Jewellery Designer- XiaoChuan luisaviaroma.com Zhang and Graffiti Artist- Ceet Fouad, W Guangzhou will be selling their limited-edition fashion T-Shirts (RMB299) carrying their designs. The funds will help children from 50 rural schools at Mi Le County in Yunnan Province improve their life condition in water, sanitation and hygiene facilities. It is an honour for W Guangzhou to commit themselves to corporate social responsibility and to make a real difference to the lives of vulnerable children in China.

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The ‘Aridus Den’ pet houses provide a safe haven for pets to stay comfortable at all times. Its climate control system features a thermoelectric module providing heating and cooling that reacts to the climatic conditions outside the home. It is perfect for cats or dogs. The Garmin Index Smart Scale A Precise Measurement of Your Body Mass

The Garmin Index Smart Scale measures precisely one’s body mass index, amount of body fat, skeletal muscle mass and more. It can also be used with 16 different users and comes with the Garmin Connect app to help users keep track of changes in their mass.

The Glowstone Smart Fine Bone China Mug Keeping Beverages Hot

The Glowstone smart fine China mug keeps beverages at the optimal temperature. It also automatically detects when hot beverages are poured into the mug and will automatically turn off after 'Juice' the last sip or after 30 minutes. The Compact and Convenient Charging Coffee-lovers won’t have to sip cold coffee ever again. Devices for Smartphones

‘Juice’ offers disposable chargers designed to be used and thrown away when no longer needed. The chargers support both Android and Apple phones. A single charge can restore 40% of battery life. They make for excellent use in cases of ASUS ZenFone 3 emergency. Midrange Specifications at Affordable Price

Looking like an iPhone and Samsung Galaxy S7 hybrid, the The ‘Tempdrop’ Body Temperature Sensor ZenFone 3 houses midrange Keeping Track of Fertility specs in a beautiful body with affordable pricing. With a bright The ‘Tempdrop’ body temperature sensor, a small armband 5.5-inch full-HD display and a worn during night to take readings of internal temperature, snappy Qualcomm Snapdragon enables women to keep track of their temperature for an 625 processor, the phone is effective approach to fertility tracking. Readings are then powerful enough for a midrange relayed to her smartphone to help couples plan when is the handset. The ZenFone 3 starts best time for conceiving. at $249 in China. eureka fighting fit 23 P APER MAGAZINE

Sleeping Your Way to Success

Many people associate sleep with a state of inactivity and been unproductive and lazy. Yet, sleep is essential to recharge one’s batteries and researchers have confirmed that having adequate sleep and rest is as important as exercising and having a healthy diet. Our health expert shares some tips on how to sleep well in order to achieve success in your daily activities. 2.Practice a relaxing bedtime ritual Easy tips you can apply today to get better Your body needs time to shift into sleep mode, so sleep spend at least 30 minutes before bed winding your Did you know that sleep helps us recover from body down. workouts and allows our brain to process information a.Take a warm bath or shower; from the previous day? Quality sleep cleanses the brain from toxins. It also helps to enhance your b.Read a book, avoid using any electronic device learning and problem-solving skills, improves decision because its bright screen is activating to the brain; making and creativity. c.Stretch your muscles and take long slow deep Without proper sleep, our brain doesn’t store breaths; information as effectively and our muscles don’t d.Instead of bringing negative thoughts and problems recover as fast. When you are sleep-deprived, you feel to bed, write them down and set them aside. irritable and moody, unfocused, and hungrier than when you sleep well. These can sabotage your healthy 3.Set a time every day to go to bed. No matter what, eating habits. start your bedtime ritual at that time. Sleep can be hard to come by because of our busy Stick with these tips. Your chances of achieving restful work schedule, kids, and social lives, but good sleep is sleep will improve. When we sleep well, we wake up more under your control than you might think. Here feeling refreshed and alert for our daily activities. are some simple tips to maximize the quality of your Sleep affects how we look, feel, and perform on a sleep: daily basis, and it has a major impact on our quality of life. Sleep is not a luxury, it is a necessity! 1.Turn your bedroom into a dark and quiet, sleep- inducing environment

- Coach Stephanie Ramos is a professional fitness coach and mobility expert. She helps her clients learn how to overcome their body’s weaknesses. and inflexibility in order to help them live powerful, functional, and pain-free lives

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Tennis Superstar Caroline Wozniack Down but Not Out

2015 was a rough season for Danish tennis superstar Caroline Wozniacki as she battled an ankle problem that sidelined her from the tour for 11 weeks and she was slammed by her critics for her comparative underperformance at the majors. Yet, the feisty tennis star is undeterred by her critics and promises to bounce back.

“It’s been a tough year in general. It’s been some injuries; it’s been some bad draws. Yeah, it’s been uphill. But it has to turn, it has to go the other way eventually. I’m just going to take the punches I’m getting and just try and learn from it and try and move forward. I know that by now I can’t expect an easy draw. I just need to be ready and improve my game even more so that I can beat the top players in the earlier rounds, then it can kind of open up from there.” IIt is such determination and spirit that first propelled Wozniacki to stardom. In 2008, she was crowned the WTA Tour Most Impressive Newcomer of the Year and in 2010, she won both the ITF Player of the Year and the Danish Sports Name of the Year. Wozniacki’s accolades also include being the year-end No.1 for two consecutive years starting in 2010. She also ranks fourth among active players with 23 singles titles and owns the dubious record of having the most career singles titles without having won a Grand Slam event.

However, recently, her career has suffered some setbacks as she had to battle a niggling ankle injury which affected her performance on the court and hounding from the social media over her acrimonious split from her high-profile fiancé, golfer Rory McIlroy. Critics have questioned whether Wozniacki’s “biggest opportunities have passed her by”.

Wozniacki, a marathoner who participates regularly on the New York City Marathon, responded to her critics in the best way she knows: Capturing her 25th career Tour title with victory at the Hong Kong Open and returning to the world’s top 20. Wozniacki attributed her win to her endurance and stamina which she developed in the course of training for her marathons.

Dishing rumours about her considering retirement at 26, Wozniacki responded, “I never really doubted that I could come back and make it here. I knew it was gonna be okay whether it was a month, two months, four months, I knew eventually I was gonna be back”. yummy 25 Sponsored by The Westin Pazhou P APER MAGAZINE

Star Chef: Victor Fan Chinese Executive Chef of the Westin Pazhou

Starting out as traditional Cantonese Chef in 1986, Victor Fan is the Chinese Executive Chef for the Westin Pazhou in Guangzhou city today. With three decades of gastronomy experience under his belt, Chef Fan is well known in the hotel circuit for his innovative creations infusing elements of other cuisine into traditional Cantonese dishes.

He believes in the philosophy to always be fresh, be authentic and to be bold to mix and match. This philosophy led to the creation of “Iced Cuisine” in 2004 where he built upon the traditional raw dish served on a dish of ice and introduced other ingredients such as vegetables and seafood served on dishes of ice and flavoured with his homemade secret sauces.

A master, Chef Fan pushes the boundaries of taste buds by fusing signature elements from traditional Cantonese cuisine with elements from other provinces in China to create a palate of flavours unique to his style. Below, he shares his recipe for a staple Cantonese dish enjoyed long ago by the pioneers of this city.

Crispy roasted barbecue pork

Ingredients: 500g Pork neck meat To taste Maltose To taste Raw sugar

Homemade Sauce ingredients: 10g Ginger 20g Dried onion 20g Garlic 10g Lemongrass 5g Thai chili (Chili Padi) 20g Miso paste 10g Chili sauce 20g Char-siu sauce 1egg Egg 10g Brandy

Method of preparation: For the homemade sauce, mix all the ingredients together. Clean the meat and marinate it in the homemade sauce for 2 hours. Preheat oven to 220。 C and bake the marinated meat for 25 minutes. Coat the baked meat with maltose and sprinkle with raw sugar. Put the meat back into the oven and heat until the sugar has melted. Cut into wedges and serve.

*For maximum skin crispness, let the meat cool slightly before cutting.

The Westin Pazhou Area C, Complex, 681 Fengpu Zhong Road, , Guangzhou (+86) 20 8918 1655 | westin.com/pazhou Swanky Taikoo Hui Mall has seen a change in a number of their food and beverage outlets recently but the one which everyone had been awaiting with bated breath is Wagas - a hip joint known for its hearty servings of delicious everyday food such as sandwiches, pasta, salad, cake, fresh juice, smoothies & coffee.

SStarted in 1999 in Shanghai, Wagas had transformed into a growing chain of cafes and restaurants with a multitude of brands under its umbrella and the outlet at Taikoo Hui is their first in Guangzhou. Friends in Shanghai swear by their weekly specials made with the freshest seasonal ingredients that are guaranteed to delight everyone’s taste buds.

For the undecided, try Lunch Box Specials. I had Also on the menu are pastas and modern Asian a Today’s Lunch Box which comprised of half a dishes like Thai green curry and Japanese chicken daily sandwich which was roast beef and avocado curry, both served with rice. But what I really on wheat bread paired with half of their daily liked was their Wagas Deli Salads, which offered salad of chickpea, radish and flaxseed. If you want different salads every week and for a large portion, Strawberry something more filling, try their Spinach Wrap you get to choose 3 of your favourites salads from that comes with peso chicken, bacon bits, roasted the counter. and goat cheese tart tomatoes, onion and salad. I’ve been there four times since they opened their doors and on my last trip there to grab a Lean & Green (granny smith apples, celery with lemon) juice, I spotted something new on the menu. Low-carb wraps named Kevin Bacon and Great Dane - a plate of fluffy eggs wrapped around bacon, roasted Wagas cherry tomato, kale or smoked hearty & salmon and rocket! Will give it a healthy everyday food try on my next visit!

Add: MU06, Level MU, Taikoo Hui Shopping Centre, 383 Tianhe Road, Tianhe District, Guangzhou Tel: 020 - 8565 5790

Ingredients: • 100g Strawberry • 60g Soft unripened goat cheese • 2 Basil leaf • 100ml Balsamic vinegar • 20ml Maple syrup (or honey) • q/s Fresh ground pepper

Keep 2 to 3 strawberries aside for decoration. Cut the rest of the fruits into cubes and season with a pinch of pepper. In a bowl, soften the cheese with a spoon and add chopped basil. In a sauce pan, pour the maple syrup and the vinegar together, and reduce half at medium heat.

For the presentation, use a round or rectangular mold. Put the fruit cubes first, then the cheese over them and top with strawberry slices. Put the vinegar reduction on the side. You can also make the presentation in a transparent glass. Bon appétit! Hope & Sesame Founded In early 2016 by Andrew Ho - ex hotelier Try their most popular drink Hope & Sesame and be and co-founder of Vietnamese restaurant District prepared for a surprise, unless you can decipher the BờH , together with his Swiss sommelier Bastien, Morse code on the menu or opt for their Journey to Trained in Michelin-starred restaurants in France, Hope & Sesame is a chic and modern speakeasy bar the West trio which comprises of Sleezy Pig - a bacon- Steve Tremblay is a chef consultant at Yummy in Dongshanồ Kou. Hard to locate and even harder to washed Chivas with cinnamon, honey and lychee Private Kitchen, which specializes in catering get a reservation, Hope & Sesame is a stark contrast espuma, Monkey Trick - a pear, caramel and nutmeg for private parties, special occasions and wine to the traditional Cantonese snack bar which houses infused Chivas with sorbet and Mr Tang - an 18 year pairing events. For inquiries, email ywyc_ its secret entrance. Hint: Look for a brass knocker and old Chivas Regal blended with Xinjiang red dates and [email protected] or call 183 1206 7689. Japanese fortune cats. goji berries.

Add: Miaoqian Xi Jie, Dongshan Kou, , Guangzhou Tel: 188 1935 3462 is added to the recipe and yet the texture remains creamy.

Complete the experience with their almond milk coffee. The coffee beans Veg are specially selected for their aroma

healthy coconut oil and dipped in mayonnaise, the fries were savoury and satisfying.

For dessert, their signature vegan ice Tables cream and pavlova serve as midday snack. The rose-shaped ice cream is made from three different flavours of figs, coconut and mango. No milk and taste while the almond At the Goelia Building at the junction Their Conghua farm supplies most milk is prepared by the kitchen. of Beijing Lu, Wen Ming Lu and Da of their vegetables while the rest are You can actually chew on the Nan Lu, the scent of fresh flowers sourced from organic suppliers. fragments of the almonds in greets you as you ascend the your coffee as you savour its staircase towards exhibition halls For mains, we tried the “Lo Mien” fragrance. before entering the cafe on level 4. and Sweet Potato Fries. The “Lo Mien” were handmade noodles with In all, Veg Tables serves Helmed by French fusion chef, Chris beetroot juice and flour topped with wholesome food in a casual Huang, Veg Tables serves a mix a light tangy dressing and served dining setting. The food is of western - style vegetarian and with a side of salad. The noodles unpretentious, lightweight and vegan food. Inspired by Kangaroo were springy and you could taste delicious. Check them out at Island in Australia, their spices and the sweetness of the ingredients that Beijing Lu Goelia 225 level 4. condiments are sourced directly were tossed into the noodles. from there, creating a flavour that is unique in Guangzhou. Chef Chris The sweet potato fries, air fried with Add: level 4,Goelia 225, Beijing Lu, shares that the restaurant is trying to no oil, were crisp on the outside and Yuexiu District, Guangzhou Tel: 020 - 83360050 achieve a “Farm To Table” concept. soft of the inside. Drizzled with heart cheers 27 P APER MAGAZINE Speakeasy … Shhh!

Speakeasy bars are the latest buzzword in speakeasies (coined from patrons speaking Guangzhou’s cocktail scene, but how did in hushed tones to avoid detection) were they come about? Well, we found out that popping up all over town often disguised it was a term used for illegal establishments as something completely different so as that sold alcoholic beverages. These bars not to alert the authorities. were popular in the United States during Speakeasy bars have disappeared after the the Prohibition era (1920-1933), where it Prohibition and the term was used mainly was illegal to manufacture, transport or sell to describe retro-styled bars until now. alcohol. Today, they are often intentionally hidden However, the law was not going to get and to enter you’ll need to search the false Sin the way of people and their favourite bookcase for a switch or scour the Internet past time and as the old saying goes - if or your friend’s Instagram for passwords. there is a will, there is a way. In no time, 28 cru P APER MAGAZINE

LOIS ALAGLDER 1823

Values that in part results from the great differences in growing conditions. Alois Lageder believes that “The less and the later you intervene The Classic Varietal wines display pronounced varietal tipicity, good in natural processes, and the more you allow the wine its rest, so body and structure combined with elegance and freshness. They much the better.” Many years of cellar experience and a deeply offer sophisticated drinking pleasure on a daily basis. rooted sense of tradition, combined with openness to technological innovation and a commitment to the principles of sustainable The Terroirs viticulture characterizes the firm. All the specific natural factors contributing to a unique terroir situation - the location and elevation of the vineyard, slope The wines are made from grapes grown in the vineyards owned orientation, the micro-climate and the geology - contribute to these by the Lageder family (approx. 50 hectares - Tenutæ Lageder wines’ distinct character. Pronounced varietal character combines assortment) and from grapes grown in the vineyards owned by with distinct mineral notes in the Terroirs wines. They fully embody long-term partnering grape growers who are following the winery's the special qualities of their unique place of origin and represent an direction (approx. 120 hectares). The family-owned vineyards and extraordinary drinking experience. those of their long-term partnering grape growers are cultivated according to biodynamic principles and methods. The biodynamic The Estates cultivation adheres to the strict guidelines of the Demeter The wines of the Estates range are the “Grands Crus” of Alois association. Lageder. They are cultivated according to biodynamic principles and methods. Gentle and careful winemaking practices and maturation The Classic Varietals primarily in either small or large oak casks - results in wines of The Classic Varietals range symbolises the great diversity of the extraordinary depth, complexity and balance, refinement and wine-growing region of Alto Adige and the grape varieties cultivated elegance. Sands and Time Contributed by Roy Moorfield

A lot of emphasis is placed on the success, particularly in exceptional years Since the early trials started in 2007 in vineyard in quality wine. This “terroir” when they could achieve the depth they Shanxi, it has proven this capacity. It is not just the soils; it includes how they so wanted. matures at the same time as Merlot and Roy Moorfield has been absorb water and what angle the vines maintains good levels of natural acidity. a global wine industry are planted in relation to the sunlight. The sandy/clay soils found throughout The Grace Vineyards Tasya’s Aglianico authority and identity for Or in other words, the whole ambiance the region’s vineyards needed a focus. 2012 is plummy rich in fruit and dense 42 years. Roy’s influence on around the vines. The critical thing is to There are a few soils like this in the in colour. the Australian and Hong match the best variety to the conditions. major classified vineyards of Bordeaux, Kong wine business cannot although some exist around the river The other solution came from France, a be underestimated. Roy has I recently experienced this with flats and the estuary. The cabernet designer varietal clone Marselan created just celebrated 25 Years A with Cathay Pacific as wine dramatic results with two new wines wines from these properties lack colour in 1961 by the master viticulturist Paul from Grace Vineyards in Shanxi China. and concentration. The question was Truel. He crossed Cabernet Sauvignon advisor. This relatively new producer has whether other grape varieties could and Grenache to produce a red variety established itself at the forefront of produce improved results. that would suit the sandy soils in the growing boutique wineries in China. south west of France. It was a success, Its consistent production of wines of In Italy, where similar soils are found, producing medium-bodied wines with international standard has seen it being different grape varieties that thrive excellent colour and some textured praised by the top wine critics of the on this type of terroir have evolved. tannins. wine world. It would be easy for them Being many centuries older than France to sit on their laurels. However, Judy in wine production, it seemed like a The trails in Shanxi delivered the same Chan, the chief executive and her team perfect place to start. The first discovery results. The Grace Vineyard Tasya’s see room for improvement. was Aglianico from the Campania Marselan 2012 is excellent and delicious region in the south of Italy. The variety to drink. Other exciting varieties like Like many start-ups, they planted has a reputation there of over delivering Sangiovese, Tempranilo and Nebiolo grapes that they liked to drink. This in terms of colour and flavour. are being trailed now in Shanxi and meant a heavy commitment to Ning Xai. Soon, we will see the sandy Bordeaux varieties. This met with some clay produce some more wine treasures. 30 mice P APER MAGAZINE MandarinOriental An Environment that Motivates and InspiresTaipei

apland 拉普兰 Winter Camp冬令营 Aurora gazing, known in the world as being more romantic and passionate Lthan roses or diamonds, whisk your beloved away to Finland for a getaway of a lifetime and experience this spectacular light show as your backdrop.

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Fiji, a renowned vacation archipelago located in the heart of the South Pacific with its 333 tropical islands is home to some of the happiest people in the world. Enjoy white sandy beaches, pristine clear ocean waters and handsome Fijian performers with garlands and sulu skirts. Kick back and enjoy their warm hospitality in paradise. wonderful journey When one talks about the traditional culture of Kansai, Japan, we will often think of Kyoto and Nara, cities fill with strong Japanese history. We often overlook those off the beaten track places around these cities in which we can experience authentic Japanese hospitality and immerse ourselves in their rich culture.

Contact: 8620 - 8365 2811 [email protected] 斐济 2 人成行价格 : 19800 元 / 人 （所有行程安排由安心旅运专业设计） 日本 4 人成行价格 : 29800 元 / 人 The first thing that struck me, planners can also enjoy the hotel’s • Dedicated meetings butler to the Ballroom makes it ideal for notwithstanding the Mandarin Ultimate Meeting Offers package for • A specially devised 15-minute coffee breaks or pre-event drinks to Oriental Taipei’s prime location on both full and half-day events (Full-day stretching session led by professional soothe the souls of busy executives Dunhua North Road thus placing from 8am to 4:30pm, half-day from trainers who needs a caffeine boost. it within ease of accessibility to the 8am to 12pm or 1pm to 4:30pm): • 10% discount on treatments at The financial centre of Taipei, is its sheer Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Taipei For smaller groups, the Mandarin capacity to facilitate meetings and • Welcome coffee and tea • Minimum booking of 10 Ballroom can accommodate up corporate events. The hotel features • Business lunch featuring the guestrooms per night receives to 420 guests while the Oriental over 3000 square metres of function hotel’s creative cuisine discount starting at 10% on best Rooms are suitable for an array of space and its meeting and banquet • Two coffee breaks (full-day); One available rate. events from small meetings to major rooms are fully-equipped with coffee break (half-day). (Half-day package priced from TWD conferences ranging from 10 to 100 advanced information technology • Complimentary use of technology 2,480 per person; Full-day package participants. and high-speed internet connectivity and communications equipment priced from TWD 2,980 per person. to host events for 10 to 1200 guests. including: Rates subject to 10% service charge). I was impressed by the Mandarin The hotel boasts a staggering Oriental’s flexibility, its dedicated number of function rooms plus pre- - One set of LCD projector and As I made my way through the awe- events team and its blend of function area including: screen or flat-screen TV inspiring Grand Ballroom, I was modernity with classic architecture - Two wired or wireless microphones captivated by its opulence and its that creates a luxurious environment • Grand Ballrooms and sound system line-in regal atmosphere. At 960 square that motivates and inspires. • Mandarin Ballrooms - Podium, flipchart and white board meters, the location can fit up to • Oriental Rooms - Conference amenities including 1200 guests but is also flexible writing pads, pens, mints and enough to be subdivided to host TIn addition, for a limited time-offer bottled water more intimate events. The pre- till 31 December 2016, meeting function area which is adjacent

The Venice Raytour Hotel Shenzhen will hold the 11th Oktoberfest between 3 November and 12 November, 2016. The 11th Oktoberfest will continue the traditional classic! Guests can experience the purest German imported beers, enjoy the top band live show and also the pleasant lucky draws await you to get!

Giant tents still ensure the passionate atmosphere and traditional Oktoberfest tables and benches as well as the Bavarian Checker Pattern tablecloth make you feel like the real Munich Oktoberfest. Best quality of beer is guaranteed with the best raw products imported from Germany. The German food in the Oktoberfest will include German Favorites like Weisswurst, Frankfurter, Schweinsbratwurst(pork sausage), Kalbsbratwurst(veal sausage) and Käsekrainer(cheese sausage), Grilled pork cutlets, Schweinebraten(pork roast), white cabbage with bacon and caraway, beef broth with traditional pancake or liver dumplings. Also you can expect to see a beer pops, cheese pretzels and other delicacies. Our energetic Oktoberfest band knows how to get the audience excited! Seven members from all over the world will present you the live music and shows the spirit of Oktoberfest alive!

The ticket prices for the 11th Oktoberfest : Sunday to Thursday RMB418 / VIP RMB458 (net per person) Friday and Saturday RMB458 / VIP RMB558 (net per person)

Follow us on hotel official wechat (Account: szvenice) to receive early bird discount on Oktoberfest tickets! For more information please contact (0755) 26936888 ext. 8765.

For more information, please contact The Venice Raytour Hotel Shenzhen Queenie Huang 9026 Shenzhen Road, Overseas Chinese Town Assistant Communications Manager 518053,Shenzhen,P.R.China

The Venice Raytour Hotel Shenzhen Tel: (86-755)2693 6888 Tel: (0755)26936888 - 8728 Fax: (86-755)2693 6999 Toll Free Reservation (China): 4008 306 808 Fax: 0755-26936999 Website: venice.raytourhotels.com Email: [email protected]

out n about 33 P APER MAGAZINE Marriot International’s “Run to Give”2016

On 16 October 2016, Marriot International hotels across Asia Pacific organised “Run to Give 2016” Charity Run within their cities. As associates across Asia laced up their shoes to enjoy the morning, 600 associates and friends from Marriot International hotels in Guangzhou converged on Sheraton Hotel for this event.

“Run to Give” was initiated in 2014 under the “Starwood Cares” umbrella. Starwood associates across the region organise runs to raise funds for local charities. On 23 September 2016, Marriot International and Starwood Hotels and Resorts completed their merger forming the Rnew Marriot International. Today, this initiative fits right into Marriot International’s “Take Care” movement in Asia Pacific. Started in January 2016, the movement enhances the spiritual and physical health of associates to improve their happiness.

“Run to Give” 2016 marks the first event in which associates from Legacy Starwood and Marriot International jointly support a charitable cause, a symbol of their commitment where their first integrated activity is one that gives back to the community and their associates.

Mr. Duke Nam, Vice President, Operations South China, Marriot International shared that the program encourages associates to bond with the rest of their community through nature and sports. This event echoes the mission of Marriot International’s “Take Care” movement of putting people first as part of their core values.

Through this event, associates of Marriot International serve as brand ambassadors to their friends and community to ensure that the increased presence of hotels contribute towards continuous positive and sustainable social and economic impact.

“Run to Give” 2016 raises funds for World of Art Brut Culture (WABC) dedicated to developing the artistic potentials of persons with special needs and providing an avenue for them to display their talents so as to eliminate social prejudices against them.

Associates, apart from participating in a 3KM, 5KM or 10KM run, organised auctions and sales of merchandise and flowers to raise funds for WABC. Ultimately, “Run to Give” enabled leaders and associates of Marriot International to interact to make a difference to the community.

“Run To Give” is organised annually. Contact Marriot International hotel’s associate to find out more. 34 living P APER MAGAZINE

Dubai Creek Residences Featuring Incredible Panoramas Over Dubai Creek Harbour and Dubai Skyline

This latest world class luxury development by the leading property To tantalize your senses, the property development is encircled by titan of Dubai, Emaar Properties, features a collection of six yacht clubs, a world-class marina, retail podium and a boulevard residential towers lining the promenade, offering investors and glowing with activity. The interiors of the apartments at Dubai residents a paranomic view of the harbor and Dubai’s skyline. Creek Residences use stone, wood and other mineral mediums Famous for planning and building luxury property developments to embody a warm and organic visual palette. With ambitions to throughout the Middle-East and under the stewardship of His complement the contemporary setting of the Island District, the Excellency Sheikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum and the interior has been designed with chic compositions and an eye for Chairman, Mr Mohammad Ali Alabbar, Emaar Properties have modern artistic intention that will elevate any resident or visitor once again developed a luxury masterpiece. into the realms of pure luxury.

Their new creation, Dubai Creek Residences will establish its Furthermore, with amenities like covered car parking, dedicated Tpresence at the creek as part of the island development, which day-care facilities, a children’s swimming pool, adult pool and captures the essence of harbour and marina lifestyle with its deck and a state-of-the-art gymnasium, Dubai Creek Residences architecture and place making. With its distinct architecture, the provides its residents with the perfect luxurious life to relax after a towers respond to the island masterplan on this magnificent site hard day at work. on the creek. Dubai Creek Residences' distinct form draws its inspiration from the mystic charm of the creek. It truly lives up to its mantra: Embracing Life At The Source. education 35 P

Anna G. shares several useful and practical APER MAGAZINE tips on how to handle manage your children’s’ discipline and improve their behaviour. Taming your wild child Here are some handy tips on how to change the natural and logical consequences. a child’s problem behaviour. Consequences are best if they are immediate and consistent. • If there are lots of behaviours you want to change, start by focusing on one or two of • Note your child’s good behaviour, and tell the most bothersome or dangerous ones. them you noticed. Use descriptive praise. Don't try to make too many changes all at For example, describe what you see: “Wow, once. this room is so neat. I see all the toys put away, and no one even had to remind you!” • Let your child make some decisions rather than evaluating with praise like “You’re by giving them acceptable choices. For a good boy; good job cleaning up!” example, ask, “Do you want cereal or toast for breakfast today?” or let them choose • Redirect your child and help them find a between a pair of red or blue pants. better place, or safer way to do what they are trying to do. For example, if they want to • Make sure you have realistic expectations write on the walls with crayons, give them a for your toddler’s behaviour. Teaching big sheet of paper and let them color toddlers good behaviour is handled a little with chalk. Some children seem to get through differently from school-age kids. childhood without many problems at all and • Remove your child from the cause of the others seem to have an unusual amount of • Have a few positively stated rules, and problem behavior, or remove the cause of difficulty. Parents are often puzzled as to explain the reasons behind them. Make the problem from the child (for example by why their children do not behave or listen sure your child understands the results of childproofing your house). while their friend's children seem to be breaking the rules. perfect angels. Some of the most common • Learn how temperament affects kids’ behavioural problems in children include • Use natural and logical consequences for behaviour. If you know your child’s temper tantrums, not following instructions, problem behaviour in parenting preteens temperament, you can help them relate whining, fighting with siblings or other and young teens. The purpose here is to get better in the world, and be sensitive in how children, breaking rules and talking back. kids to make the right decision, not to bend you respond to them. This understanding Whoever said parenting was a picnic? them to your will. Be patient, it may take can help improve behaviour. time for you to see results. Fortunately, there is hope in dealing with everyday disciplinary problems using some • Be firm and kind. Follow through on methods that are effective and easy to learn. cotchin 35 P Books Music Movies APER MAGAZINE

Books: “The Spy” by Paulo Coelho

The renowned Brazilian author of The Alchemist writes a fictional account of the true story of Mata Hari, the Dutch courtesan who was convicted of international espionage as a suspected German spy during the Great War and was ultimately executed by firing squad in France. Coelho narrates the life of this mysterious, entrancing and courageous woman through her own voice in the form of her final letter, and the novel is just as bewitching as a Mata Hari performance itself.

Movie: Inferno (2016)

Famous symbologist Robert Langdon (Tom Hanks) follows a trail of clues tied to Dante, Bruno Mars XXIVk Magic the great medieval poet. When Langdon wakes up in an Italian hospital with amnesia, he Bruno Mars has announced his forthcoming LP, teams up with Sienna Brooks (Felicity Jones), 24K Magic and he has released the title track as a doctor he hopes will help him recover his its first single along with its accompanying video. memories. Together, they race across Europe "24K Magic" will be the first song released off and against the clock to stop a madman (Ben his forthcoming third studio album, his first since Foster) from unleashing a virus that could 2012's Unorthodox Jukebox, which yielded the wipe out half of the world's population. In the hits "Locked Out of Heaven," "When I Was process, Langdon battles a chilling adversary Your Man" and "Treasure”. The album will be and grapples with an ingenious riddle that released on November 18th via Atlantic Records pulls him into a landscape of classic art, secret and the song is currently available via iTunes. passageways and futuristic science. PAPER MAGAZINE SUpREMOS Mr. Eric Kee

The Health and Wellness Advocate of Sanya. Before joining Mandarin Oriental, Sanya Mr. Eric Kee’s most recent role was the General Manager of Pan Pacific, Xiamen.Mr. Eric Kee has 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry. Mr. Eric Kee first joined Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group in 1996 as Senior Assistant Front Office Manager at Mandarin Oriental, Macau.He then worked with several hotel groups in China, Malaysia, Macau and Japan before returning to the Group in 2011 as Hotel Manager for The Excelsior, Hong Kong.

1.You’ve been in the hospitality industry for 25 years as a 4.What do think that makes Sanya a different and special professional. What do you see in Mandarin Oriental that is destination to choose from? different and more special than the other hotels? The biggest attractions are the area’s beautiful natural All the group’s hotels and resorts are unique in their style and surroundings, tropical rainforests abundant wildlife, the clear design, each property with its own distinctive flair and charm waters of the South China Sea and the serenity of an island with guests assured unparalleled warmth and hospitality in every lifestyle. Culturally, Sanya has a rich history - home to the ethnic Li destination. Mandarin Oriental, Sanya is no exception. The and Miao minorities, who migrated extensively across Southeast resort is seamlessly blended into the beautiful verdant natural Asia and whose influences can be seen in Thailand, Vietnam surroundings of Coral Bay, giving it the feel of a private and Burma and Laos. People are also drawn to the climate - not hidden village, where nature is celebrated and privacy is assured. surprising considering the island boasts 300 days of sunshine The group strongly focuses on guest experiences and I believe a year. that it’s our unparalleled service which sets us apart from our competitors in the region. 5.What kind of unique F&B experience will the guests have in your hotel? 2.Mandarin Oriental Group, Sanya is made by very professional and well-trained staff. What makes Mandarin Our signature beachfront restaurant, Fresh, is a particular favourite Oriental so successful and in your opinion what is the most of our guests as it overlooks the beach and serves seasonal cuisine important skill to have in order to succeed in this industry? using locally sourced ingredients. Yi Yang restaurant is a great place to sample authentic local Hainanese and Cantonese flavours At Mandarin Oriental, Sanya we invest in a great deal of training from our expert chefs, and Mian & Mian offers ‘hand-pulled’ for our colleagues, and while this takes time, the results are noodles just a stone’s walk from the beach. ‘Dine by Design’ showing that we are raising the bar for service standards in allows guests to have a meal in stunning locations throughout the the area. Listening to and understanding our guests make us resort, such as having your own table by the beach, poolside or in successful and actually going a step further to anticipate their the comfort of your own room or garden. Finally, in the evening, needs ensures that each guest feels truly special during their stay. Sunset Bar is the perfect venue to enjoy cocktails whilst watching We go the extra mile. the sun setting down into the azure South China Sea.

3.What is the demand from Mandarin Oriental, Sanya guests on wellness products and services? Can you also share with us the special characteristics of the wellness products and services offered by Mandarin Oriental, Sanya?

We believe those guests travelling to Sanya for health and wellness reasons are looking for a complete experience and therefore, in addition to our comprehensive Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Spa treatments, we offer a range of activities to complement their treatments and assist them in achieving their wellness objectives.

Our Kung Fu Master, hailing from a small village in the area surrounding the Shaolin Temple in Henan Province, can be booked for groups or private session in Tai Chi, Qi Gong and Zen Tea Ceremony. These programmes use the principles of yin and yang, and encourage harmony of the body and mind, thus allowing our customers to undergo deeply spiritual experiences in natural environments.

In addition, we are working closely with our TCM practitioner Dr. Zhao and the acclaimed French naturopath Liliane Isreal to create a range of Gourmet Healthy Delights cuisine options for our guests using the freshest seasonal produce available on the island. The programme includes Light Delights to help manage weight without sacrificing flavours, and Vitality creations that boost energy and nutrition levels. Diners can mix and match these dishes to suit their personal preferences.

To complement this, plans are underway to create a series of wellness activities including the five key elements: nourishment, movement, connection, stillness and wellbeing at the resort in order to enhance guest experiences and to promote the importance of health and wellbeing. 38 destination P APER MAGAZINE

The moment someone mentions Taipei and its bustling night markets, Another mouth-watering Taiwanese snacks and the famous Taipei 101 comes facade to mind. This month, we share with of you another side of Taipei and its surroundings that are a little less well-known.

Grand Hotel One of Taipei’s most recognizable buildings is the Grand Hotel Taipei established in 1952 on Yuanshan Mountain. Commissioned by Madame Chiang Kai-shek, wife of the first President of the Republic of China, it was built to impress and attract foreign guests. Today, it is one of the few remnants of Chinese classical architecture in Taiwan. Fun Fact: There has always been rumours about secret passageways built for Chiang Kai-shek and other dignitaries to escape but it wasn’t until recently that the hotel revealed two slides with one that leads to the Presidential Office.

Huashan 1914 Creative Park Today, Huashan 1914 is Taiwan’s creative pulse - hosting ground for Taiwan’s most significant cultural events and Taipei’s primary creative arts centre. Once a wine brewery, it had been abandoned since the 1920s until members of the Golden Bough Theatre factory rediscovered its existence in 1997 and set about to restore and stage plays in its halls. You’ll find the latest art exhibitions, musical performance and pop up shops from both local and foreign designers.

Pingxi Station Less commercialise as compared to Jiu fen and Shi fen, Pingxi Old Street is special for its unique architectural design. Its marketplace is built through a hill with a train track overhead all in the centre of a village. Re-enact a scene out from the famous Taiwanese movie - Apple of my Eye by releasing lanterns scribbled with wishes into a night sky.

Beitou’s Hot Springs A weekend hot-tubbing and drinking near the volcanic forests at Beitou will make you feel like the star of your own Hou Hsiao Hsien movie. Just 30 minutes metro ride away from Taipei city, check out Spring City or Villa 32 for a soak in world-class, volcanically activated hot water springs. Make sure to book in advance. Hidden Gems Jidai 1931 - Japan left behind many things after its colonization of Taiwan. Rixing Typography is a two-storey workshop, hidden in an arrow alley One of them is ramune or marble soda. The marble is placed inside the near Taipei Main Station. Owned by Mr Chang and his family, it has been soda bottle and can only be taken out after you have finished the drink. producing handmade copper pieces used for printing in the traditional For many who were born in the sixties, the joy of finally securing that printing machines for years. In its collection are over 10 million pieces little marble ball was a fond memory. The factories that produced ramune of copper plates in 12 thousand different characters mainly in traditional eventually closed down, but one caught the eye of Japanese restaurant Chinese, Japanese and Latin characters. Attend a workshop taught by Mr tycoon Watanabe Hitoshi who turned it into an izakaya. Soak in the retro Chang on typography and printing or simply pick up a unique souvenir. 1960s furnishings and tuck into all the authentic Japanese cuisine while sipping on a bottle of ramune. No. 13, Lane 97, Taiyuan Rd, Datong District, Taipei City No. 18-1 Chifeng St., Taipei 10353 T. Loafer is hard to miss thanks to its colourful exterior, patched together from more than 20 salvaged window frames. Order a cup of hibiscus lemongrass tea and a pastry made with locally-grown fruit. The shelves are stocked with books, regional crafts, and photographs processed in the darkroom downstairs.

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Chef Michel Portos at Ebony Unveil the mystery of molecular gastronomy Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou is pleased to at RIBS welcome Chef Michel Portos, owner of Le Malthazar Dave Yu, the visiting chef from the Hong Kong-based and Le Poulpe in Marseille. Awarded 2 Michelin three-starred Michelin restaurant Bo Innovation Stars and “Cook of Year” by Gault & Millau Guide in will arrive at Shangri-La Hotel, Guangzhou as the 2012, Chef Michel will impress you with his cheerful guest chef and present an eight-course set menu sense of creativity at Ebony. of molecular Chinese cuisine at RIBS on 9 and 10 December, 2016. Price: • Semi Buffet lunch with Michelin star main course: Price: RMB1,399 per person, with wine pairing RMB348 + 10% per person especially selected to complementary this unique • 7 Course set dinner: RMB888 +10% per person, gourmet journey for additional RMB200. RMB1,288 + 10% per person with wine pairing Guests who book this before 4 December, 2016 are entitled to an early-bird rate of RMB999 per person. Ebony, Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou RIBS is a casual restaurant featuring RIBS from 389 Tianhe Road, Tianhe District, Guangzhou all over the world and many more, decorated in (+86) 20 3808 8888 American style. www.mandarinoriental.com Shangri-La Hotel, Guangzhou 1 Hui Zhan Dong Road, Hai Zhu District, Guangzhou (+86) 20 8917 8888 www.shangri-la.com/guangzhou

Arternoon Tea at The Park Appreciate artwork from Chinese Contemporary Caffe Mondo Open up A New Page of Savory artist Lin Yusi and experience elegantly-balanced Recognized by China-Italy Chamber of Commerce as food with art to stimulate your senses. a quality-approved Italian restaurant, Caffe Mondo presents brand new Italian dishes, created by Chef Price: Filippo Fondatori this autumn. By introducing the starting from RMB 428 for two persons, RMB888 for Gragnano Pasta, produced in a legally defined area two persons, including free flow of Perrier Jouet in and around the Bay of Naples, Caffe Mondo Time: 14:30 - 17:30, November 1 - 30, 2016 restores the authentic flavour of Italy. New dishes An Awesome Crab Feast at Ming Court including Grilled Octopus, Seabass Carpaccio and Living Room, Park Hyatt Guangzhou Signature fine Cantonese dining restaurant, Ming Canadian Lobster Risotto are highly recommended 16 Huaxia Road, Zhujiang New Town, Tianhe Court, is a sister restaurant of Langham’s two-star as Caffe Mondo Signature Dishes. Don't forget a District, Guangzhou Michelin flagship in Hong Kong - and lives up to its series of seductive desserts. The flaky and airy (+86) 20 3769 1234 stellar reputation for authentic Cantonese cuisine Vanilla Cream Millefoglie will be the perfect ending guangzhou.park.hyatt.com and regional specialties with a contemporary twist. for an array of pleasant Italian savouries. Headed by renowned Cantonese chef, Ting Wai Wan, the elegant restaurant offers an awesome Price: feast of hairy crabs in this golden season. From • Set lunch includes one pizza, one pasta or one freshly-steamed to flavor with various methods, Asian specialty RMB228 + 15% featuring steamed hairy crab and a series of carb- • Set dinner includes one pizza, one pasta or one made dishes. A seasonal favorite, the hairy crab Asian specialty RMB368 + 15% offers lip-smacking goodness. • Set dinner includes one main course RMB458 + 15%

Time: Now till November 30, 2016 Caffe Mondo, Four Seasons Hotel Guangzhou 5 Zhujiang West Road, Pearl River New City, Tianhe Ming Court, Langham Place, Guangzhou District, Guangzhou 638 Xingang East Road,Haizhu District,Guangzhou (+86) 20 8883 3888 (+86) 20 8916 3568 www.fourseasons.com/guangzhou guangzhou.langhamplacehotels.com

The Ritz Kids Program 2.0 The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou has rolled out an Country Western Music Fest inspiring new camping adventure, as part of the - Cowboy Rib Cookout & Unlimited Beers enhanced Ritz Kids program (Ritz Kids 2.0) of The Crowne Plaza Guangzhou City Centre is proud Ritz-Carlton hotels in Asia Pacific. The Ritz Kids to launch our first Country Western Music Fest journey is now enriched with new experiences: (Cowboy Night). On the 4th and 5th of November An in-room camping adventure, specially-curated only, the hotel will be offering unlimited BBQ Ribs & exciting amenities and local art-inspired activities. Beer, interactive games and lucky draw with a live Country band! New Ritz Kids Night Safari Room Package: Starting from a weekend’s special rate of RMB 2,080, Light up the Cowboy Rib Cookout for only RMB family guests will be enjoying an amazing camping 368 net per person; book your seat now at L6 experience: Outdoor Garden. Country Western Music Fest is • One-night accommodation in Executive Suite City only open between 6pm and 10pm from 4th to View Room 5th of November 2016! For more information or • Complimentary breakfast for two adults and up to reservation: 020 83638888 ext. 88307/88318. two children under the age of six • Complimentary camping amenities (Camping tent, Crowne Plaza Guangzhou City Centre LED flashlight, compass, drink bottle, bathrobe, 339 Huanshi Road East, Yuexiu District,Guangzhou slippers, Lion toy, and Do Not Disturb card) (+86) 20 8363 8888 • Complimentary Kids bath amenities (a set of www.crowneplaza.com children’s shampoo and body wash, body lotion and along with a rubber duck toy) • Complimentary high-speed Internet

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W Guangzhou is thrilled to Price: RMB 288 + 15% per person announce the annual fundraising Time: Friday & Saturday 18:00 - 21:30, November 1 - activity for the UNICEF “Check 30 December, 2016 Out For Children”, and the launch of tailor-made charity T-shirts in OPEN All Day Dining Restaurant, Hilton Wenchang September. A global partnership 28 Ziwei Road, Longlou Town, Wenchang City, Hainan between UNICEF and Starwood Hotels & Resorts, Province “Check out for Children” program raises funds for (+86)898 3199 8888 vulnerable children throughout Asia Pacific. With hilton.co/wenchang the generous support of 3 well-known designers and artists, W Guangzhou is carrying out this fundraising campaign by selling the limited-edition fashion T-Shirts (RMB 299) with patterns designed by Professor Datuk (Dr) Jimmy Choo OBE, Jewelry Designer - Xiao Chuan Zhang and Graffiti Artist - Ceet Fouad. The funds generated will be donated to UNICEF China, helping children from 50 rural schools at Mi Le County in Yunnan Province to improve their sanitary and hygiene.

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Grab it while it’s Cold! Price: Happy Hour at Roof Top Bar, LN HOTEL FIVE. Lunch Buffet (11:30-14:00) RMB208+16% per person Dinner Buffet (17:30-22:00) RMB328+16% per person Price: Dim Sum, Tacos plus Two Signature Cocktails Time: October 1 - November 30, 2016. at RMB 198. The Ritz-Carlton, Macau to Host The Ritz- Time: daily 18:00 - 01:00 Kempinski Hotel Shenzhen Carlton 5th Annual Asia Pacific Food & Wine Emirates Offers Business Class Experience at Hai De San Dao, Hou Hai Bin Road Nanshan District, Festival Preferential Prices Roof Top Bar, LN Hotel Five Shenzhen Book Emirates’ Business Class and enjoy featured 277 Yangjiang Road, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou (+86) 755 88888888 ext.8318. Luxury Hotel Hosts Annual Festival Showcasing Extraordinary Global Culinary Craftsmanship fares, starting from CNY 13,599. Destinations (+86) 20 8931 0505 www.kempinski.com/shenzhen include Europe, Africa, including Indian Ocean www.LingnanHotelFive.com Guests who attend this signature gourmet event islands, the Middle East, including GCC countries, will get an up-close-and-personal experience with and South America. The fare is available for new five revered Michelin Star chefs, three celebrated bookings made between October 17 and November pastry chefs, a legendary ‘super chef’, a renowned 6, 2016 for travel between October 24, 2016 and cheese affineur and two innovative mixologists as April 30, 2017 with departure from mainland China. part of the line up in a slew of over 40 gastronomic Featured fares are for Business Class round-trip experiences from exquisite chef’s tables, interactive tickets and are inclusive of tax and fuel surcharge. cooking classes, spectacular mixology workshops and wine tasting sessions to an “All Star Brunch”.

The Food & Wine Festival will showcase esteemed Michelin Star chefs including Regis Marçon (3 Michelin Stars) from Regis et Jacques Marçon, France; Paco Pérez (2 Michelin Stars), with a total tally of 5 Michelin stars and currently at the helm of Enoteca, Hotel Arts, Spain; Paul Lau (2 Michelin Stars) from Tin Lung Heen, The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong; Erlantz Gorostiza (2 Michelin Stars) from M.B, The Ritz-Carlton, Abama; Diego Muñoz from Silk Road Cuisine Astrid y Gastón, Lima and rated 14th place on Top Follow the trail of Silk Road and enjoy the authentic 50 World’s Best Restaurant 2015 by San Pellegrino. IJapanese Cuisine Menu New Landing gourmet of Yunnan, Xinjiang, India and Rome. Treat Other culinary artisans include pastry chefs; Andres As the Japanese a la carte menu, drink menu and yourself and experience the journey of Silk Road Lara from the United States; Jean-Luc Vasseur from set menu are ready to use, various mouthwatering cuisine. France; a cheese affineur; Francois Bourgon from Japanese food with unique flavor created by our France; mixologists; Hardeep Rehal from BLUME in new Japanese-cuisine chef is waiting for your Price: RMB 388 net per person Copenhagen; and Antonio Lai from VEA Restaurant patronage in Café Marco. Time: Fridays & Saturdays, October 1 – 31 & Lounge in Hong Kong. December, 2016 Charles Hou appointed as Executive Price: From RMB68, plus 10% service charge and 6% VAT Time: November 10 - 13, 2016 Assistant Manager of Dusit Devarana Hot Time: From October 1, 2016 Seasonal Tastes Restaurant, Springs & Spa Conghua The Westin Blue Bay Resort & Spa The Ritz-Carlton, Macau Charles Hou has been appointed as Executive Café Marco, Marco Polo Lingnan Tiandi Foshan Area C, Qingshui Bay Beach Resort District, Lingshui Galaxy Macau , Estrada Da Baia Da Nossa Senhora Assistant Manager i/c of Human Resources of Dusit 97 Renmin Road, Chancheng District, Foshan County, Hainan Da Esperanca, Macau Devarana Hot Springs & Spa Conghua, Guangzhou (+86)757 8250 1888 (+86) 898 8338 8666 (+853) 88866868 with effect from 8 Oct 2016 and reporting directly www.marcopolohotels.com westin.com/bulebay www.ritzcarlton.com to the General Manager.