Challenge accepted
Those who crave growth will know that we grow the most from facing and overcoming challenges—which may be hard, emotionally and physically taxing, and test every limit we have... but no one ever did grow from within their comfort zone. This is something our August cover stars know very well. This month we talk to Hongkongers with Down syndrome and their families, as well as Victoria Tang-Owen, president of the Hong Kong Down Syndrome Association and Tatler’s Asia’s Most Influential honouree, about how those with the condition navigate prejudice, lack of adequate support and an uncertain future.
Others featured in our stories this week have also faced their challenges and flourished. From Karpe, the Norwegian duo who took on creating an east-meets-west style of music whose fans love them for their honest approach to rapping about issues that matter, like being immigrant kids, to Beyond The Billion’s Sarah Chen-Spellings who explains why female-led businesses are worth the investment despite the barriers that hold female founders back.
Other newsletter highlights this week:
- From cosy brasseries to grand dining rooms, here are the 17 best French restaurants in Hong Kong
- Meet Aeropalmics, the Singaporean visual artist making people smile through her art
- From treating rosacea to reducing excessive sweating, novel ways of using botulinum toxin
- Tatler’s weekly horoscope: Here is what lies in store for your star sign next week
Here is my challenge to you this weekend, Tatler readers: be kind to yourself. For now, have a happy Friday!
Heidi Yeung
Digital Editor
LIFESTYLE
Meet Karpe, the duo who made fusion music work
Magdi Ytreeide Omar Abdelmaguid and Chirag Rashmikant Patel of Karpe shot exclusively for Tatler in Oslo (Photo: courtesy of Ida Fiskaa)
East-west fusion sometimes hits, but sometimes it doesn’t. It’s difficult to strike the right balance because there is no formula. But Norwegian rap duo Karpe might have cracked the code.
Here, they speak to Tatler about what it means to be beacons of light for generations of immigrants and their descendants.
MORE FROM LIFESTYLE
In part two of our feature on Karpe from Norway, the duo share with us how their music channels resistance in the face of racism.
From Mirror member Keung To’s solo show to an exhibition on McDonald’s McNuggets, 6 events not to be missed in August.
With the Sun in Leo squaring Jupiter in Taurus at the beginning of next week, Tatler’s astrologer explains what it means for each star sign next week.
FRONT & FEMALE
How this activist gives power to survivors of sexual violence
ElsaMarie D’Silva helps survivors through the Red Dot Foundation and Brave Movement
TRIGGER WARNING: The following story discusses a violent crime that involves sexual assault and murder, and mentions other incidents of sexual harassment and abuse. As these themes may be difficult for some. please take care as you read the article.
Using data, education and heart, social activist ElsaMarie D’Silva and the Safecity platform help individuals and communities shatter the silence that shrouds sexual abuse.
MORE FROM FRONT & FEMALE
Brands are stepping up to offer a greater diversity of swimsuits designs, so that all women can feel beautiful.
Yes, female-led business are rare, but, they are worth the investment, Malaysian entrepreneur Sarah Chen-Spellings says.
Is the introduction of inclusion quotas more important than creating an inclusive culture at work? Ivy Wong and Fiona Nott go head-to-head.
STYLE
This watch enthusiast’s tips on building a collection
Portrait of watch collector Jackie Ho (Photo: courtesy of @iakgraphy)
Watch collector Jackie Ho, who works in finance, was born in Hong Kong but moved to Ireland with his family in the 80s. He returned to the city in 2018 to pursue his career.
Ho, who is known for his love for Daniel Roth watches, tells Tatler about finding real connections through his hobby and what to do when a watch deal goes bad.
MORE FROM STYLE
Florence Pugh has joined Blackpink’s Rosé and BTS’s Jimin as an ambassador of Tiffany & Co.
Looking for inspiration for your summer wardrobe? Tatler looks at the styles that NewJeans slayed in their latest music videos.
From treating rosacea to reducing excessive sweating, Dr Lisa Chan reveals novel uses of botulinum toxin many may not know about.
HOMES
Beautiful bars around the world you need to visit
BKK Social Club in the Four Seasons Bangkok (Photo: Four Seasons Bangkok)
The World's Best 50 Bars list was recently released, showcasing worldwide trends and great bars from all corners of the earth—some of which also mesmerise with aesthetic experiences and thoughtful design.
From Dubai to New York, here are six beautiful bars that made it to the World's Best 50 Bars list, and where the interior design is as memorable as the drinks.
MORE FROM HOMES
Following the success of its retail outlets and hotels, Japanese iconic brand Muji is expanding into sustainable retreats.
Here are some of the Korean lifestyle shops in Seoul that will delight home design lovers.
One of Singapore's most prominent female architect is sharing her take on AI and how she uses it to imagine a futuristic world with Asian roots.
DINING
The best French restaurants in Hong Kong
Gaddi's (Courtesy of The Peninsula Hong Kong)
Fine dining? Oui! French cuisine has long been celebrated as a pinnacle of fine dining, and Hong Kong boasts a wealth of exceptional French restaurants that offer diners a taste of the rich culinary heritage of L'Hexagone.
From cosy brasseries to grand dining rooms, these are the best French restaurants in Hong Kong as recognised by our panel of dining experts.
MORE FROM DINING
Upgrade your foodstagram with these 5 practical and iPhone-specific tips from experienced food influencers.
From a teahouse at the top of a mountain to a restaurant five metres below sea level, here are 8 of the world’s most extreme dining experiences.
Whether you’re after a good ol’ English breakfast or contemporary global cuisines, here’s how to eat your way through London’s dining scene.
AROUND ASIA
SINGAPORE | Mint Lim is on a mission to educate children around the world—especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds.
PHILIPPINES | 8 inspiring Filipinas you should know about whose work is changing lives.
MALAYSIA | From a casual omakase dining experience to a heartfelt Italian pasta meal, 10 new restaurants and cafés in Malaysia.
