Weekendin Singapore Nov '13 | Issue 08 | Page 10

intheBUZZ intheBUZZ Metropole’s Angelina ‘A Way of Life: Photographs from the Leica Collection’ Technically, Vietnam’s most intriguing new restaurant is an Italian steakhouse, but a great cut of beef is not the defining emblem of the Angelina experience. Learning Gallery, Asian Civilisations Museum 19 Oct - 31 Dec ‘13 | www.acm.org.sg Leica Camera Asia Pacific is currently presenting ‘A Way of Life: Photographs from the Leica Collection’ photography exhibition. This one-of-a-kind exhibition showcases original prints from world-renowned and award winning photographers, and is a world debut. Located in the modern Opera Wing of the country’s most storied hotel, Angelina at the Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi is part restaurant, part lounge and altogether one of the city’s most urbane night spots. Held in the Asian Civilisation Museum till December 31st, 23 original prints from the Leica Collection are on display. Photographers include Henri Cartier-Bresson who is the co founder of photo cooperative Magnum, and who earned a reputation as the Godfather of photojournalism for his internationally recognised coverage of India and China. Others include Constantine Manos, René Burri and Klavdij Sluban, as well as Sebastiao Salgado and Jane Evelyn Atwood, who are the winners of the Leica Oskar Barnack Award. Toko Shinoda Exhibition show the traditional approaches of sumi artworks – minimalist and conceptual Nikei Fine Art | #01-21 Quayside Isle, 31 with a stroke of contemporary. Ocean Way (Sentosa Cove) Visitors will find a variation of strokes and 26 Sep 2013 to end Jan 2014 colours in this collection by Toko Shinoda. Nikei Fine Art at Quayside Isle celebrates Artworks will be displayed in the gallery TOKO SHINODA 100th birthday with a during the span of the exhibition. collection of Japanese contemporary art paintings that reflect the grace and Sumi, an oriental brush painting elegance of sumi, a cla ssic art form technique that originated in China, was also known as Chinese ink or ink wash adapted by the Japanese in the 7th painting that captures the essence of a century and turned into an art form that subject that make a painting come to life. is often minimalistic and unique. The art This showcase explores the true meaning embodies both contrast and harmony, of sumi through the finest abstract pieces and reflects the intensity and devotion of the artists to their art. Sumi artworks by TOKO SHINODA. are especially revered as artists have to Artworks chosen for this showcase have a build up the whole work through skillful minimalist beauty that speaks volumes of and unerring strokes. With sumi, each the simplicity displayed by internationally- and every brush stroke is final and equal acclaimed abstract artist Toko Shinoda importance is given to the blank and filled (Japan), who has turned a 100 years old in spaces in the painting. March this year. Her paintings collectively These have been specially flown in from Leica Camera AG Germany, and were presented to the Leica Collection by the photographers themselves. Budding photographers and lovers of photojournalism can admire their top notch work and immerse themselves in the rich culture that these respective prints have captured. Classic cameras have also been flown in and are on display for the duration of this exhibition. The 120-seat Angelina could well be Hanoi’s hippest venue for discreet liaison and high-brow association. Ralph Lauren Restoring the L’ecole Des BeauxArts in Paris The New Club Med Resort Guilin, China Surreal landscapes and stunning scenery Cradled in the breathtaking mountains of Guilin, Club Med unveiled its latest resort this year. Enjoying four seasons in a year, Club Med Guilin provides an unprecedented experience to discover nature at its best, along with the local culture and Club Med’s hallmark premium all-inclusive concept all year round. Club Med Guilin is the second Chinese resort for the group and promises to offer a refined and unique premium all-inclusive holiday experience. Guilin is accessible from Singapore via Hong Kong or Guangzhou to Guilin airport. A 45-minute drive takes you to Club Med Guilin from the airport. BREATHTAKING SPACES Famed for its astounding natural scenery of rice terraces, karst peaks and meandering rivers, Guilin is ranked the Number 1 Most Beautiful Natural Landscape in China. Located in the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, it is also a designated UNESCO World Heritage site and has been listed by the World Tourism Organisation as China’s Best Holiday Resort Destination for Mountain and River Sightseeing. The magnificent landscape of Guilin surrounding the 46 hectares resort gives guests a feeling of freedom and relaxation from the moment they arrive. The Ralph Lauren Corporation will dedicate funding towards the restoration and modernization of one of the most influential art schools in France. This national school of fine arts has long played a central role in Paris’s artistic and cultural scene – educating and training students in a variety of fine arts. With that being said the rich history of L’Ecole des Beaux’s architecture is reflected in Ralph Lauren stores worldwide. Ralph Lauren will host an exclusive gala dinner in the month of October to celebrate the patron sponsorship, and at the same time present the Ralph Lauren Fall 2013 Collection. To find out more, visit http://investor. ralphlauren.com. All-Babes Dance Battle The New Guinness® Dancing Queens at the All-Babes Cinelesiure Dance Battle 2013: Rachel Lee wins as the winner for the solo category while G’De Rellas emerged as Group Category champions. Contestants seen with celebrity guest judges from the United States. Hosted by GUINNESS Global Master Brewer Fergal Murray at the new customised pop-up bar, an up-todate model of the GUINNESS Foreign Extra Stout (GFES) makes its debut in Singapore. With a more chic and stirring look, the much revered Irishman will be here to introduce the brand new design—the first globally. Be captivated by its metallic gold finishes, the exceptional racetracks of colour and the layering of contemporary fonts – one that will definitely entice you to drink. Apart from enhancing the new livery’s premium aesthetic, the GUINNESS also honours its history, technique and authority of the world’s favourite drink thus raising its quality to a whole new level. Like its predecessor, the new GFES will still feature the prototypical Ang Ji Kao or Red Tongue Dog on its neck label. Rene De Monchy of Asia Pacific Breweries Singapore highlighted that the GUINNESS Foreign Extra Stout full-bodied flavour will be one to leave the drinker wanting for more. Not to forget its mellow taste married with its brand new look, this is one product which will fail to disappoint. To soak in the atmosphere, GUINNESS Singapore has customised a travelling pop-up bar which features an interactive raw ingredient wall and an exclusive display of the brew kettle and bottling line. Weekendin 8 9 Weekendin