Saint Valentine, or, as his mates called him, Valentinus, expired way back in the year 269 (ish) but we’re willing to bet he would’ve given these spectacularly romantic and splurge-worthy restaurants in Asia Pacific a hefty stamp of approval. Because word has it ol’ Val seldom saw a prix fixe menu he didn’t like. Now … More

Other than at the height of the Mughal Empire perhaps, there has never been a better time to party in Asia. From Makati to Mumbai, nightclubs are swankier and more sophisticated than ever and are starting to approach, if not eclipse, counterparts in the likes of New York City, Miami and London. With that, here … More

Singapore’s retail bona fides start with some of the most magnetic and glossy malls this side of Tokyo. The crucible of commerce in the sleek city-state, however, resides with the independents, mom and pops and rare local gems that cater to the Merlion Republic’s singularly sophisticated shoppers. With this firmly in mind, we present a … More

Noodles. The ultimate world comfort food, noodles transcend cultures as far-flung as the Balkans and Central Asia. But in foremost culinary capitals like Hong Kong, Singapore, Shanghai, Beijing, Taipei, Tokyo and Bangkok, this staple comestible borders on the sublime. With that, discover thirteen shops in Asia that serve up drool-worthy noodle bliss.

Here’s a thought. Why not take the top ten most popular cities in the world – based on United Nations World Tourism Organization statistics on international arrivals – and look at when not to visit them?

This is one of those posts that deserves a sequel, if not two or three. Yet somehow, against all odds, we did manage to compile what we think is a very complete top ten in our look at the best places in the world to dine alfresco. From a beach in the Caribbean to a … More