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Italian company Minotti has been in the furniture design business since 1948. Photo: Handout

Architecture and design

Q&a / Italian family-run furniture designer Minotti’s growth to a global brand

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The Chinese zodiac is comprised of 12 animals. Illustration: SCMP Graphics

Horoscopes: what’s your luck like in January 2026, Earth Ox month?

Crab meat has become the season’s signifier in the luxury dining scene. Photo: @kinkan_la/Instagram

Food and Drinks

Why crab is now fine dining’s ultimate luxury ingredient

Mett Singapore is located in the heart of Fort Canning Park in central Singapore. Photo: Handout

Review / Mett Singapore is a secluded retreat right in the heart of the city

Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur occupies the top floors of Merdeka 118, the second tallest building in the world. Photo: Handout

Review / Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur: a luxurious escape in Asia-Pacific’s tallest building

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The Edison George Town is housed in a 1906 heritage colonial building in the heart of George Town, capital of the Malaysian island of Penang. Photo: Handout

Review / Old-world charm meets modern refinement at The Edison George Town, Penang

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Today’s bartenders are making a big deal about ice. Photo: Handout

Wine and Spirits

Cooler cubes: how artisan ice became part of the cocktail experience

What’s your luck like in 2026, the Fire Horse year? Illustration: SCMP Graphics

What’s your luck like in 2026, the Fire Horse year? Horoscopes for every Chinese zodiac sign

The Shangri-La Chengdu stands by the city’s river. Photo: Handout

6 of the best hotels in Chengdu from which to explore the city or mountains

The Dome at London’s Home House, a private members’ club that also offers accommodation. Photo: Handout

Private members’ clubs are adding rooms for the most discerning travellers

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British designer Faye Toogood. Photo: Genevieve Lutkin

Architecture and design

London-based designer Faye Toogood on her humanist, playful approach

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In 2026, expect to find luxury hotels working harder to raise the bar and stand out in the crowd. Photo: Handout

11 exciting luxury hotel openings in 2026, from London and Florence to Kyoto

Although most people get their recipes online these days, many of us still appreciate a good recipe tome -- like this Le Creuset cookbook, published by Assouline. Photo: Handout

Food and Drinks

Old-fashioned cookbooks remain popular, including with many professional chefs

Throughout the year, many people use candles to add atmosphere and pleasant aromas to the home. Photo: Shutterstock

Read this before lighting those scented candles for Christmas

The main pool at Trisara in Phuket overlooks a quiet and pristine beach. Photo: Handout

Review / A luxurious stay in Phuket at Trisara, away from the hustle and bustle

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The audiobook Taylor Swift was listening to in her The End of an Era docuseries, The God of the Woods by Liz Moore, is going viral. Photos: EPA, Riverhead Books

All about the Taylor Swift-approved book, The God of the Woods by Liz Moore

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Retail concept Belowground at Landmark in Hong Kong. Photo: Handout

As Landmark revamps its offerings, retail concept Belowground debuts a new look

Not your typical Christmas menu, at Hong Kong’s Osteria Marzia. Photo: Handout

Hong Kong’s best Christmas feasts, from traditional to more adventurous fare

The lobby of the Peninsula New York during the holidays. Photo: Handout

Review / The Peninsula New York becomes a centre of seasonal cheer during the holidays

The Yoomoota Another Kingdom: Dichotomy chess set makes for a quirky talking piece when you aren’t playing. Photo: Handout

4 luxury game sets that are so stylish, they double as home decor

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One of Hoiana Resort & Golf’s several pools. Photo: Handout

Is Hoiana Resort & Golf Vietnam’s ultimate seaside escape?

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Inspired winter cocktails from some of Hong Kong’s top bars. Photo: Handout

Food and Drinks

3 Hong Kong bars serving festive cocktails with a twist for Christmas

Mariah Carey, Paris Hilton and Cardi B got super festive last year. Photos: @mariahcarey, @parishilton, @iamcardib/Instagram

Fame and celebrity

5 of the most extravagant celebrity Christmas decorations

December is the month of the Earth Rat. Illustration: SCMP Graphics

What’s your luck like in December 2025, the month of the Earth Rat?

The Noëlia Christmas village at Hong Kong’s Landmark Atrium. Photo: Handout

Style Edit: Hongkong Land’s Noëlia Christmas village at the Landmark Atrium

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