China’s largest all-day restaurant bar chain, COMMUNE, has filed for an initial public offering in Hong Kong, betting that a hybrid model can continue to deliver growth even as the country’s bar industry struggles with weakening demand and rising costs. Read More
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China’s bar industry is undergoing a quiet transformation, expanding rapidly into lower-tier cities and localising its offerings to appeal to regional tastes, according to a new report. Read More
This marks Chef Boulud's long-anticipated debut in Asia as Hong Kong's fine dining sector faces new challenges from changing consumer habits and cross-border competition. Read More
Are restaurants losing its relevance for wine sales due to strong BYOB culture and regulation. Hear what Xiaopi, Vinehoo founder and Ian Ford had to say. Read More
A significant surge in tourists entering China during the first half of the year, fueled by a new visa-free policy, is expected to drive an upswing in wine sales. Read More
Hong Kong is set to welcome its first international outpost of the Sophia Loren House, a dining and entertainment venue that promises to bring a slice of Italian glamour to the heart of Wan Chai. Read More
There's more to the ancient city of Chengdu than fluffy pandas and spicy food. Wine, for a start, is something that consumers and wine trade should get excited about. Read More