InterContinental Hong Kong Partners with Caudalie for a Grape Anti-oxidant Afternoon Tea

InterContinental Hong Kong joins hands with cutting edge French skincare brand Caudalie this August and September for Afternoon Tea with everything “grapes”.

Inspired by the “fruit of the vine”, the key element in Caudalie products, Executive Chef Maxime Luvara and Executive Pastry Chef Christian Gonthier have selected various edible items from the vine (red grapes, grape leaves, juice and red wine) as well as Bordeaux specialities including canelé, to create a delectable yet anti-oxidant, French inspired Afternoon Tea Set.

Artistically presented in a Caudalie custom-designed tea stand inspired by grapes, the tempting French tea-time delicacies and “fruit of the vine” inspired afternoon treats include:

Savoury items by Executive Chef Maxime Luvara:

• Comte Cheese Tartlet
• Pork Rillette & Pink Biscuit
• Duck Foie Gras & Red Grape Jam, Mini Brioche
• Scallop & French Lemon Puff
• Blue Crab & Kaluga Caviar with Grape Leaf, Red Wine Reduction

Pastries by Executive Pastry Chef Christian Gonthier:

• Red Grape Savarin, Vanilla Whipped Cream
• Canelé
• Blueberry and White Chocolate Layer Cake
• Hazelnut and Coffee Macaron
• Plain and Raisin Scones, served with Clotted Cream, Earl Grey Tea Jelly and Strawberry Jam

The Afternoon Tea Set is served with a selection of Fine Mariage Frères Tea or Coffee.

HK$688 for two persons +10% service charge, inclusive of two sets of Caudalie Resveratrol [Lift] Trial Kits (while stock lasts).

Each trial kit includes:

• Resveratrol [Lift] Trial kit
• Resveratrol [LIFT] Firming Serum 1.5ml
• Resveratrol [LIFT] Face Lifting Soft Cream 2ml
• Gift Card with the below benefit at the designated stores
• A complimentary 15-day-Vinexpert Dietary Supplement Kit *
• Enjoy 15% off your first purchase of regular priced items *
• Enjoy 30% off your first purchase of facial or spa treatment services *

*Valid through October 15, 2019

The Afternoon Tea Set is available Monday-Friday: 2:30pm – 6:00pm
Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays: 1:30pm – 6:00pm

Grape Vine Resveratrol
Grape vines can live for 100 years. They can withstand the harshness of the cold, wind and rain, thanks to the naturally produced resveratrol that protects the vines and helps them to regenerate. Now, imagine that miracle on your skin. Discovered through the tales of the family vineyard, Caudalie was the first to patent this natural anti-oxidant ingredient with firming and anti-ageing properties. As an anti-oxidant, resveratrol can inhibit enzymes cutting our skin's collagen as a result of oxidation. It can also stimulate and enhance our natural production of elastin fibres, hyaluronic acid and collagen to firm and smooth wrinkles.

Resveratrol is also the secret behind the French Paradox, where the intake of resveratrol from red wine lowers the risk of coronary heart disease among those with a high intake of cholesterol and saturated fat in their diet. This amazing natural ingredient can be applied on the skin and ingested to help achieve longevity inside and out.

About Caudalie
Caudalie is a 100% independent, family-run company created by Mathilde and Bertrand Thomas in 1995. It all began in Bordeaux, when Mathilde and Bertrand met Professor Joseph Vercauteren, laboratory director of the Pharmacy University of Bordeaux, in Mathilde parents' vineyard - Château Smith Haut Lafitte. He told them that grape seeds contain the most powerful antioxidants in the world and from there, they have been working together ever since.

The brand owes its success to its unique products and Vinothérapie® Spas which harness the amazing anti-oxidant powers of vines and grapes that hydrate, soothe, rejuvenate and protect the skin.

Unceasingly investing in research, Caudalie is the first beauty brand to use and patent stabilised grape polyphenols and grapevine resveratrol in skincare. Since 1995, Caudalie has obtained three worldwide patents targeting various cutaneous signs of aging with hero products that are loved by women and A-list celebrities across the world today.

Mathilde believes that nature is full of virtuous active ingredients for our skin. At Caudalie, natural active ingredients that respect the environment and the skin are favoured. The company targets at least 95% natural ingredients in its formulas by 2021 (excluding the sun care range), without sacrificing effectiveness and sensoriality. Every Caudalie product is created without parabens, phenoxyethanol, phthalates, mineral oils or ingredients of animal origin.

Giving back to nature from which the brand extracts its ingredients, Caudalie has given 1% of its annual turnover to environmental associations for reforestation since 2012 and is now the largest "1% for the Planet" contributor in the global cosmetic industry. Mathilde and Bertrand hope to inspire other companies to join them in offsetting their carbon footprint with concrete actions for the planet.

https://hk-en.caudalie.com/

Caudalie Hong Kong Boutiques and Counters
Le Spa Caudalie, 3-5 Gough Street, Central
Shop 07, Level 2, Langham Place Shopping Mall, 8 Argyle Street, Mongkok
Shop M-VI, V-City, Tuen Mun
B1/F, SOGO Tsim Sha Tsui, 20 Nathan Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui
Shop F42, 2/F, Ocean Terminal, Harbour City, 3-27 Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui

About InterContinental Hong Kong's Lobby Lounge
InterContinental Hong Kong's Lobby Lounge is celebrated globally for its spectacular panoramic views of Victoria Harbour and the Hong Kong Island skyline and as “The Place to See and Be Seen”. Relax over afternoon tea, our all-day menu or “68 Moments” (6-8pm Monday-Thursday, with 68 items, just HK$68 each). Or sip signature #852TAILS of Hong Kong” cocktails at sunset as the skyline transforms into a kaleidoscope of vibrant colours and during the nightly "Symphony of Lights" laser show at 8:00pm. Alternatively literally drink in the spectacular harbourviews each evening while listening to Hong Kong's great jazz artists who perform each evening from 8:45pm.

InterContinental Hong Kong, 

18 Salisbury Road, Kowloon, Hong Kong
Tel: (852) 2721 1211 Fax: (852) 2739 4546 E-mail: hongkong@ihg.com
www.hongkong-ic.intercontinental.com
For further information, please call (852) 2313 2323 or e-mail: fb.hongkong@ihg.com

sky100 Hong Kong Observation Deck Presents “sky100 Future Explorer” - Enjoy Magnificent 360-degree Views of Hong Kong's

The "sky100 Future Explorer" summer promotion will be officially launched to public from 15 July! Ms. Stella Wong, General Manager of sky100 and Ms. Ellen Wong, Associate Director of Marketing, together with Tony Electronic, presented the first stage of “sky100 Future Inventions” drawing competition award ceremony, and led the press to experience the exciting activities of "sky100 Future Explorer" on 5 July.

Become a Future Explorer and complete three missions to collect Charm Points
A time traveller called SKY has come from the future to visit present-day Hong Kong, but he discovered that his spacecraft has run out of fuel and now he is asking for help! Everyone coming to sky

100 this summer is invited to join him as a Future Explorer. By participating in three challenges, Future Explorers can collect a special kind of energy known as Charm Points, so SKY can refuel his spacecraft and travel back to the future.

Mission 1: Discover Hong Kong's charisma with the Charm Points Collector 
The East deck of sky100 is the best location for enjoying panoramic views of Victoria Harbour and the skyline of Hong Kong Island. While on the East deck, visitors can also scan a QR code to activate a Charm Points Collector on their mobile devices. By finding and collecting all the Charm Points, participants can enjoy fabulous discounts on the campaign-themed souvenirs at sky100.

Mission 2: Unlock Hong Kong's future skyline with the Charm Points Sky Scanner
At the North deck of sky100, you can see the entire Kowloon Peninsula – and unlock Hong Kong's future skyline with the 8-metre-long Charm Points Sky Scanner! Simply click on the objects appearing on the Scanner to learn more about these cool new inventions dreamt up by children. After appreciating the future skyline, complete the mission by answering three questions within a set time. If you are successful, you will gain more Charm Points!

Mission 3: Design your own spaceship with the Charm Points Creator
Make use of sky100's handy spaceship blueprint to invent your own unique spacecraft and demonstrate your creative talents. By selecting different colours and mechanical parts, participants can give full play to their creativity and even send their creations soaring into the future on screen. Come and join the fun as we build a colourful future!

Design your own gifts with the Hong Kong Future Memento machine
After registering as a Future Explorer and completing each mission, participants will earn 10 Charm Points per mission, or 40 Charm Points if they successfully complete all three missions. These Charm Points not only help SKY refuel his spacecraft so he can go back to the future, they can also be used in exchange for fabulous discounts on personalised souvenirs[1] at the “Hong Kong Future Memento” machine (1 Charm Point is equal to HKD$1). Simply choose a picture of Hong Kong's future skyline and input your unique message to instantly create a cardholder (Original price at $108) , tote bag (Original price at $128), laptop bag (Original price at $188) or T-shirt (Original price at $248) of the future. Don't miss the chance to take home charming memories of future Hong Kong. It's the perfect memento of your sky-high space-time adventure!

Café 100 by The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong—Sky-high dining experience above the clouds
With the approach of the sizzling summer, Café 100 by The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong is specially presenting the brand new summer special Flying Delight Summer Afternoon Tea Set, the magical color-changing drink “Embers in the sky” and hot egg puffs served with cold ice cream, bringing visitors a unique dining sensation high up in the sky.

1. “Café 100 by The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong Flying Delight Summer Afternoon Tea Set”

The highly popular Café 100 Afternoon Tea Set is presenting a series of brand new choices this summer, including three innovative savories—chicken and soft pepper salad wrap, marinated salmon and chive sandwich, and prosciutto with mozzarella and melon skewer shooter. Customers with a sweet tooth can also enjoy five exquisite desserts, including Hong Kong milk tea cup with a touch of local flavor, the sweet and refreshing lychee jelly and vanilla mousseline, the cooling mango pudding and pomelo mango salsa, the soft and fluffy carrot cake with cream cheese frosting, as well as the traditional scones and clotted cream, creating a relaxing afternoon for you and your friends. “Café 100 by The Ritz Carlton, Hong Kong Flying Delight Summer Afternoon Tea Set” will be available from 15 July at 12:00 to 5:00pm, and the package discount will continue to be HK$609 (no service charge applies), purchasable on the sky100 official website (package includes two sky100 Adult Standard Tickets and an Afternoon Tea Set for two).

2.“Embers in the Sky”
This magical special drink presented by Café 100 by The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong is made with roses, fresh lemon juice, butterfly peas, soda water and other ingredients with an enchanting and refreshing taste. When lemon juice is added, the drink will change color from deep violet to a magnificent magenta, paralleling the ever-changing colors of the capricious clouds in the sky just outside the windows. “Embers in the Sky” is available from 15 Jul, allowing visitors to drive away the summer heat with this delicious and playful special drink!

3. Reimagine local snack with Two “Egg Puff Parfaits”
Ice cream is the most popular dessert in summer and Café 100 by The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong is presenting visitors a new dessert—Hong Kong-flavored crispy golden egg puff parfait served with Hokkaido milk ice cream, in banana or frutti flavors, garnished with popcorns, chocolate syrup, berry syrup, chocolate stick, and many more, creating an irresistible delight for this hot summer!

Enriching the visitor experience with innovative technology A summer campaign for the whole family
“Since its opening, sky100 has launched many new facilities with innovative technologies to refresh the visitor experience,” said Ms. Stella Wong, General Manager of sky100. “Since 2015, sky100 has offered its mobile application, AR Fun Photos and 360 VR ride, making an impossible sky-high journey possible. The “Love in the Sky” light show launched last December likewise made the spectacular night views of Victoria Harbour even more romantic, and the popular “Message of Love” personalised message service launched in February offered a unique opportunity for couples to celebrate important occasions such as proposals and anniversaries. This summer, we have once again infused various technologies into the installations at sky100, creating missions and challenges for families to enjoy together, and unlocking children's creativity.”

Ms Wong added, “sky100 has performed well in the past 12 months. The launch of the High Speed Rail and the Hong Kong Zhuhai Macau Bridge in Q4 2018 further enhanced Hong Kong's connectivity and accessibility from cities throughout China, facilitating more frequent visits by travellers from across the region. Leveraging these exciting opportunities, together with our joint promotions with local and overseas partners, sky100 once again achieved double-digit growth in visitor numbers compared to the same period last year. While growth from Chinese visitors was the most significant, our customer base remains a healthy ratio of 20% locals, 40% mainland visitors and 40% overseas visitors. The base for our overseas visitors continues to grow, with visitors coming from more than 100 countries and cities worldwide. Japan, Korea, South East Asia and India are the key sources for short-haul markets while the UK, US and Australia are key long-haul markets. Looking ahead, 2019 looks likely to be a year full of challenges for the tourism industry. sky100 will collaborate with Hong Kong attractions and hotel partners to launch unique packages and strengthen promotions in overseas markets. sky100 remains committed to contributing towards the robust development of Hong Kong's tourism industry and grasping new opportunities across the Greater Bay Area.”

“sky100 Future Inventions” drawing competition Encouraging children's imaginations to soar
By joining the “sky100 Future Inventions” drawing competition, children aged 5 to 12 can design their own future inventions in a showcase of inspirational creativity. sky100 is honoured to partner with Tony Electronic, a renowned illustrator cum virtual product inventor whose creations are widely acclaimed for their humour and emotional resonance. Tony is not only assuming the role of judge for the competition, he is also reinterpreting the winning drawings and transforming them into animations displayed on sky100's Charm Point Sky Scanner!

The competition is running in two phases (Phase 1: 19 to 30 June; Phase 2: 1 to 31 July), with the Phase 1 award ceremony held at sky100 on 5 July. During the ceremony, the Champion and first and second runners-up were invited to share the concepts behind their innovative inventions. The prize include iPads, cash coupons of YATA and portable printers. For details of the inventions, please refer to Appendix I.

Recruitment for Phase 2 of the competition is now on, until 31 July! Children who love drawing and inventing can't miss this great opportunity. Visit the sky100 website for details and submit your designs now!

Details of sky100 “sky100 Future Explorer”*:
Date: 15 July to 1 September 2019
Time: Sunday to Thursday—10 a.m. to 9 p.m. (last admission at 8:30 p.m.)
Friday to Saturday—10 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. (last admission at 10 p.m.)
Venue: sky100 Hong Kong Observation Deck, 100/F, International Commerce Centre, Kowloon Station, Hong Kong
Hotline: 852 - 2613 3888 (10 a.m.–6 p.m.)

*The opening hours of sky100 are subject to change. Visitors are advised to check the details, opening hours and event timetables at sky100's official website before their visit. Terms and conditions apply, please refer to the sky100 Hong Kong Observation Deck official website.

For details of sky100 Hong Kong Observation Deck, please visit the sky100 official website (www.sky100.com.hk), Facebook page (www.facebook.com/sky100hk) and weibo (http://weibo.com/sky100hk).

InterContinental Sydney Unveils Festive Winter Celebrations

This month, InterContinental Sydney will transport guests to a traditional Northern Hemisphere Christmas featuring festive flavours from the iconic hotel's talented culinary team, as well as bespoke cocktails conceived by the renowned Four Pillars Gin.

Guests will be invited in from the frosty Sydney winter to celebrate sophisticated Christmas in July festivities, with the hotel reimagined as a welcoming winter wonderland.

During the final week of July, Monday 22 – Sunday 28*, both dining venues of the iconic luxury hotel, Cafe Opera and The Cortile, will include an array of festive experiences including buffets of succulent Christmas roasts, traditional mince pies, pudding with brandy custard, a festive High Tea and warming mulled wine.

Jennifer Brown, General Manager, InterContinental Sydney says, “We are proud to warmly welcome both Sydneysiders and travellers to InterContinental Sydney to celebrate this unique holiday, Christmas in July, and to experience the beauty of Sydney in winter within the walls of our hotel. For our international guests, especially those hailing from the Northern Hemisphere, it gives them a comforting taste of home amidst beautiful Sydney surrounds.”

At The Cortile, guests can enjoy a Yuletide-themed High Tea, featuring traditional flavours of gingerbread, chestnut, turkey and cranberry, with the optional pairing of a bespoke Christmas Gin Cocktail. Special winter beverages will also be severed at The Cortile throughout July, including Hot Chocolate Baileys and Mulled Wine.

Cafe Opera's indulgent buffet will feature mouth-watering roasts, accompanied by aromatic stuffing and roast vegetables, while to finish the feast guests can select from an array of irresistible Christmas desserts.

As part of the celebrations, InterContinental Sydney has partnered with Four Pillars Gin to serve two bespoke cocktails for guests to savour with their High Tea. Each incorporates the famous Four Pillars Australian Christmas Gin, distilled using a Christmas pudding originating from a 1968 family recipe with notes of juniper, cinnamon, star anise and angelica.

As a gift to take away, each High Tea guest will receive a luxurious Appelles Apothecary & Lab Hand Cream infused with essential oils of Cinnamon, Mandarin, and Rosemary, evoking the iconic scents of Christmas.

Details of InterContinental Sydney's Christmas in July offerings are as follows;

HIGH TEA STAND

Monday 22 – Friday 26 July, 11am – 4pm, $80pp (ages 13+), $30pp (ages 5-12), Children 4 and under dine complimentary

• Cocktail or Champagne: Four Pillars Christmas Gin cocktail or Glass of G.H. Mumm on arrival
• High Tea stand of festive delights including mince tarts, gingerbread macarons, chocolate raspberry tartlets, chestnut cream meringues and pistachio cherry cheesecake, as well as savoury Christmas flavours including turkey & cranberry tea sandwiches
• Ronnefeldt loose leaf tea selection
• Appelles Hand Cream gift with Cinnamon, Rosemary and Mandarin scent (70mL).
• Children 4 and under dine complimentary

HIGH TEA BUFFET

Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 July, 12:30 – 2pm or 3 – 4:30pm, $95pp (ages 13+), $30pp (ages 5-12), Children 4 and under dine complimentary

• Cocktail or Champagne: Four Pillars Christmas Gin cocktail or Glass of G.H. Mumm on arrival
• High Tea stand of festive delights including mince tarts, gingerbread macarons, chocolate raspberry tartlets, chestnut cream meringues, pistachio cherry cheesecake, and more as well as savoury Christmas flavours including turkey & cranberry tea sandwiches
• Ronnefeldt loose leaf tea selection
• Appelles Hand Cream gift with Cinnamon, Rosemary and Mandarin scent (70mL).
• Children 4 and under dine complimentary

FESTIVE BUFFET

Wednesday 24 July, lunch & dinner; Thursday 25 July, lunch; Friday 26 July, lunch, $69 per adult –20% off saving applies to this

• Christmas-style roasts including orange & maple glazed Berkshire ham on the bone; roast turkey with thyme stuffing; rosemary-infused roasted vegetables
• Pastries and desserts of mini mince pies, Christmas stolen and Christmas pudding with brandy custard
• In addition to the Signature Buffet of fresh oysters, prawns, mussels, succulent roasts from the Southern Highlands, hot dishes, salads, artisanal antipasto, international and Asian cuisines, a show-stopping dessert bar as well as a curated selection just for children
• Children 10 and under dine complimentary

DELUXE FESTIVE BUFFET

Thursday 25 July, dinner; Friday 26 July, dinner; Saturday 27 July, lunch & dinner; Sunday 28 July, lunch & dinner, $99 per adult –20% off saving applies to this

• Christmas-style roasts including orange & maple glazed Berkshire ham on the bone; roast turkey with thyme stuffing; rosemary-infused roasted vegetables
• Pastries and desserts of mini mince pies, Christmas stolen and Christmas pudding with brandy custard
• In addition to the Deluxe Buffet of Balmain bugs, blue swimmer crab, spanner crab, salmon sashimi, and grilled whole salmon on top of the delights on the Signature Buffet
• Children 10 and under dine complimentary

Bookings are available at Cafe Opera and The Cortile. To reserve your table and access special promotions**, visit: www.icsydney.com.au/christmas-july-2019

Anna Polyviou Presents Barbie High Tea at Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney

Executive Pastry Chef Anna Polyviou

Barbie takes centre stage at an outrageously creative and daringly delicious High Tea by Executive Pastry Chef Anna Polyviou for adults and children alike at Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney from 5 to 28 July 2019.

Known for her show-stopping desserts imbued with a sense of fun, the 'Punk Princess of Pastry' has turned her creative eye to everyone's childhood favourite, the iconic Barbie.

In this perfect school holiday escapade, Barbie devotees will savour such delights as Rainbow Trifle, Fairybread Cake, Barbie Macarons and Shake, along with Vegetable Sushi, Chicken Sandwich and oh-so-fluffy Scones.

'I still love playing with Barbie dolls with my niece, as she's part of all our childhood memories. I want family and friends to have fun, eat epic desserts and enjoy the deliciousness of my new Barbie High Tea menu', said Polyviou.

The lower Lobby Lounge will be festooned in Barbie pink, including a retrospective photo wall of Barbie throughout the years.

Barbie lovers can also party with Polyviou at a special Barbie birthday party she will host on 6 July 2019. Sweet devotees will embark on a delicious menu of delights, including High Tea, a Rocky Road workshop, DJ spinning tunes and a take-home gift of Barbie doll and Barbie cookbook.

The Barbie High Tea, priced from $50 per child and $65 per adult (adult price includes a Barbie Doll), is available daily at The Lobby Lounge from 5 to 28 July 2019, between 11 a.m. and 12:45 p.m.; 1:15 and 3 p.m., and between 3:30 and 5:15 p.m.

The Barbie Birthday Party is priced at $95 per person, between 11 a.m. and 12:45 p.m. on 6 July 2019.

For more information, guests may send an email to dine.slsn@shangri-la.com, call (61 2) 9250 6000 or visit www.shangri-la.com/sydney.

Executive Pastry Chef Anna Polyviou
Executive Pastry Chef Anna Polyviou turned her creative eye to Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney's sweetest experiences, becoming known for her celebrated high tea, dessert degustations, Sweet Street festival, Christmas Spectacular and inventive menus. Chef Polyviou is a judge on the prime-time cooking competition Family Food Fight, has appeared as a guest judge on MasterChef Australia for three years in a row and has published a best-selling cookbook, Sweet Street.

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts
Hong Kong-based Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts currently operates over 100 hotels with a room inventory of over 41,000. Shangri-La hotels are five-star deluxe properties featuring extensive luxury facilities and services. Shangri-La hotels are located in Australia, Canada, mainland China, Fiji, France, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Maldives, Mauritius, Mongolia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Sultanate of Oman, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom. The group has a substantial development pipeline with upcoming projects in Australia, Bahrain, mainland China, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia and Saudi Arabia.

For more information, visit www.shangri-la.com.