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Culture magazine is a vibrant English language monthly magazine featuring lavish photography and in-depth articles on the arts, travel, lifestyle and food & wine, plus a calendar of arts events in Hong Kong.

31/07/2024

The National Portrait Museum is featuring Six Lives: The Stories of Henry VIII’s Queens. Often remembered by the rhyme; Divorced, Beheaded, Died, Divorced, Beheaded, Survived, this exhibition shares the heroic and tragic stories of Katherine of Aragon, Anne Boleyn, Jane Seymour, Anne of Cleves, Katherine Howard and Katherine Parr.

Six Lives: The Stories of Henry VIII’s Queensis featured in CULTURE 235:
https://www.magzter.com/HK/Asia-Brand-Media-Limited/CULTURE/Culture/

24/07/2024

Explore the narrative of Eduardo Chadwick, who elevated his Viña Errázuriz’s wines to global acclaim and as the world's best by experts at the Berlin Tasting. He has been transforming the world's perception of Chilean wines for over forty years. His story weaves in history, characters, and a thick plot that combines the best elements of family and country, driven by a determined protagonist facing tremendous odds and taking enormous risks.

Eduardo Chadwick is featured in CULTURE 235:
https://www.magzter.com/HK/Asia-Brand-Media-Limited/CULTURE/Culture/

11/07/2024

The temple has been a place of worship and reflection for over 600 years. Known initially as Lung Kai Nunnery, this once-popular site faced a period of neglect. It could have been the end – if not for faithful locals. Through collective efforts and fundraising, the temple underwent years of reconstruction. When it was reopened, the temple was given a new name, Lang Shan Temple.

Lung Shan Temple: Where ancestors rest is featured in CULTURE 234:
https://www.magzter.com/HK/Asia-Brand-Media-Limited/CULTURE/Culture/

08/07/2024

The city’s newest heritage feature, The Museum of Hong Kong Literature, recently opened in Wan Chai’s historic No. 7 Mallory Street complex. This beautifully refurbished space houses a monument to the written word. Visitors can peruse intriguing permanent exhibitions that showcase Hong Kong’s literary scene.

Reading the past, writing the future is featured in CULTURE 234:
https://www.magzter.com/HK/Asia-Brand-Media-Limited/CULTURE/Culture/

04/07/2024

Tropical Modernism emerged as an architectural style in the hot, humid conditions of West Africa in the 1940s. Beyond addressing practical and political problems, the movement bestowed architecture that defined the unique aesthetics of former colonies like Ghana and India. Newly independent nations embraced the movement, viewing it as a symbol of modernity and progress.

Tropical Modernism: Architecture and Independence is featured in CULTURE 234:
https://www.magzter.com/HK/Asia-Brand-Media-Limited/CULTURE/Culture/

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02/07/2024

Never End: The Art and Life of Ga***rd Chan exhibition is a retrospective that celebrates an artist’s legacy. Ga***rd Chan’s bold colours and rustic forms reflect the simple wonders of daily life and the contemporary human condition defying east-meets-west expectations.

Never End: The Art and Life of Ga***rd Chan is featured in CULTURE 234:
https://www.magzter.com/HK/Asia-Brand-Media-Limited/CULTURE/Culture/

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28/06/2024

California Wine Month returns to Hong Kong this summer. Over 130 wine events and promotions offer ample opportunities to taste wines from the Golden State. This year’s theme spotlights California’s commitment to sustainability in viticulture and winemaking.

For more details on California Wine Month, visit cawinemonthhk.com.

Wines of California is featured in CULTURE 234:
https://www.magzter.com/HK/Asia-Brand-Media-Limited/CULTURE/Culture/

28/06/2024

As part of the government’s Night Vibes campaign to boost Hong Kong’s evening economy, Temple Street has become a bustling site that showcases unique aspects of local culture through a language we can all speak – food.

Temple Street Night Market is featured in CULTURE 233:
https://www.magzter.com/HK/Asia-Brand-Media-Limited/CULTURE/Culture/

26/06/2024

The earliest silk fragments have weaves of plain geometric designs, but the weaving skills and embroidering gradually improved. The narrative of silk’s history includes surprising uses by nomadic tribes that roamed the plains between China and Eastern Europe, thus aiding in the spread of this treasured commodity.

Chinese Silk's Enduring Legacy is featured in CULTURE 233:
https://www.magzter.com/HK/Asia-Brand-Media-Limited/CULTURE/Culture/

24/06/2024

It’s impossible to miss the Sam Tung Uk Museum. This restored wall village is the only one-storey complex in the neighbourhood. Built in 1786 during the Qing dynasty, this over 200-year-old Hakka-walled village owes its existence to the eldest branch of the Chan clan.

Sam Tung Uk Museum is featured in CULTURE 233:
https://www.magzter.com/HK/Asia-Brand-Media-Limited/CULTURE/Culture/

20/06/2024

The exhibition, Michelangelo: The Last Decades, delves into the lesser-known but equally fascinating later years of the artist's life and offer a glimpse into the man himself through his poems, letters and artistic designs. During his last decades, Michelangelo defined new religious iconography, creating emotionally charged depictions of central Christian events

Michelangelo: The Last Decade is featured in CULTURE 233:
https://www.magzter.com/HK/Asia-Brand-Media-Limited/CULTURE/Culture/

17/06/2024

The ancient Xia, Shang and Zhou were foundational dynasties that led to the unification of China during the Qin dynasty. Archaeological treasures on display at the Hong Kong Museum of History tell new stories of early Chinese life and is an opportunity to learn more about the origin of the Chinese nation.

Xia, Shang and Zhou Dynasties is featured in CULTURE 233:
https://www.magzter.com/HK/Asia-Brand-Media-Limited/CULTURE/Culture/

14/06/2024

Yuan Ming Yuan was a sprawling garden paradise designed to embody imperial grandeur and natural beauty. Yuan Ming Yuan, or the Old Summer Palace, was a jewel of Chinese history. Built and continuously expanded over a century by Qing dynasty emperors, it was the most magnificent garden palace complex ever built. Its tragic destruction in 1860 remains a potent symbol of national humiliation for China.

Yuan Ming Yuan is featured in CULTURE 232:
https://www.magzter.com/HK/Asia-Brand-Media-Limited/CULTURE/Culture/

11/06/2024

Tucked away in the backstreets of Hong Kong’s Wan Chai district, the temple is the largest of six temples dedicated to worshipping Pak Tai. As visitors walk up to the temple, their eyes are treated with visual feasts. Small, carved stone lions sit atop the iron fence that lines the perimeter, guarding the temple from untoward spirits. Beautiful, handcrafted murals enliven the temple exterior, depicting scenes from Chinese folk stories and everyday life.

Pak Tai Temple is featured in CULTURE 232:
https://www.magzter.com/HK/Asia-Brand-Media-Limited/CULTURE/Culture/

08/06/2024

The Berlin tasting 20th Anniversary Celebration with Eduardo Chadwick & Jeannie Cho Lee

Iconic Chilean winemaker Eduardo Chadwick conducted a masterclass tasting on the eve of Vinexpo on 27 May 2024 at Hong Kong’s Grand Hyatt Hotel.

Eduardo Chadwick & Jeannie Cho Lee (Master of Wine) personally selected and presented a superior vertical range including Don Maximiano, Kai, Vinedo Chadwick and Sena - a wine developed in collaboration with Robert Mondavi. This celebratory event showcased the exceptional quality and excellence of the wines produced by Vina Errazuriz and Sena.

The masterclass commemorates the historic results of the “Berlin Tasting” of 2004 whereby a Chilean wine – Vinedo Chadwick 2000 – placed above the first growths from Bordeaux and Super Tuscan wines from Italy. This pivotal moment elevated wines from Chile to a status on par with the best wines in the world.

Vina Errazuriz: errazuriz.com, Sena: www.sena.cl
Sales enquiry for Hong Kong/China: Clarence NG, [email protected]

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21/05/2024

Whether exotic or native, trees are essential to our local culture, and the Register of Old and Valuable Trees has almost 450 trees listed. An elite cadre of arborists, landscape architects and conservationists work to maintain tree health, protect heritage trees and seek new ways to connect people with nature.

The Trees that speak is featured in CULTURE 231:
https://www.magzter.com/HK/Asia-Brand-Media-Limited/CULTURE/Culture/

16/05/2024

Inspired by the millennia-old East Asian tradition of shanshui ink paintings, the M+ exhibition, Shanshui: Echoes and Signals, blurs the line between the real and the imagined. A myriad of mediums, from acrylic paintings to technical installations, ask the audience to reconsider how to engage with and explore their landscapes.

Shanshui: Echoes & Signals is featured in CULTURE 231:
https://www.magzter.com/HK/Asia-Brand-Media-Limited/CULTURE/Culture/

13/05/2024

For maritime enthusiasts and those interested in the city’s history, discover this multifaceted and fascinating story through historical photographs, lithographs, and intricate ship models at the "Across Victoria Harbour" exhibit at the Maritime Museum.

Across Victoria Harbour is featured in CULTURE 231:
https://www.magzter.com/HK/Asia-Brand-Media-Limited/CULTURE/Culture/

10/05/2024

For almost 19 years, Marc Progin has repeatedly returned to the wilds of Mongolia, taking over 40,000 pictures. They document ancient artefacts, nomads, wildlife, migrating birds and caravans of hunters. However, the star subject in Progin’s photographs is always the Mongolian landscape. Seen through crystal clear air, the vast landscapes continually frame, backdrop and scene-steal every image.

Sanctuary Frozen in TIme is featured in CULTURE 232:
https://www.magzter.com/HK/Asia-Brand-Media-Limited/CULTURE/Culture/

07/05/2024

Wifredo Lam was a man born between worlds. His heritage, a blend of Chinese, African, and Spanish, mirrored the artistic crossroads where he found his voice. Early on, Lam felt a disconnect from his Afro-Cuban roots, and he distanced himself from his ethnic and cultural backgrounds, choosing instead to pursue artistic success. Then, Pablo Picasso reminded him of the power held within his heritage.

Wifredo Lam: Homecoming is featured in CULTURE 232:
https://culture-hongkong.com/wifredo-lam-homecoming/

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19/04/2024

Schumann Cycle: Guided and Educational Concert

Schumann Cycle – guided and educational concert on his symphonic works aiming to lead the general public to a deep understanding of the German-Austrian repertoire in the romantic period of music history through a full program of Schumann’s music.

Schumann was a key figure who inherited the music tradition of Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven, and explored a new path in early 19th-century Germany. His works provided much inspiration to later composers like Brahms and Dvorak. He held a pivotal role in music history. Additionally, as an active writer in music theory and musical concepts, his music was easily analysed and understood through his words.

Date: Wednesday, May 1st, 2024
Time: 7:30 – 9:30 pm
Venue: Concert Hall, Hong Kong City Hall (Central)

12/04/2024

The Noir & Blanc exhibition at M+ Museum features a collection of 250 black and white photographs by some of the most gifted photographers. It was initially viewed as a technical tool for historical documentation. However, photographers quickly learned to use the technology’s potential to create art. As the medium evolved and photographers pushed the limits of their own skills, they started to tell stories with this visual art form.

Noir & Blanc: A Story of Photography is featured in CULTURE 231:
https://www.magzter.com/HK/Asia-Brand-Media-Limited/CULTURE/Culture/

09/04/2024

Jin Yong’s stories were briefly banned in China. Yet, they became a cornerstone of Chinese identity, uniting readers worldwide with themes of love, courage and national pride. His influence extends beyond Chinese literature; a recent English translation and Ren Zhe’s sculpture exhibitions of his iconic characters ensure that Jin Yong's wuxia world will continue to inspire new generations.

A Path to Glory is featured in CULTURE 231:
https://www.magzter.com/HK/Asia-Brand-Media-Limited/CULTURE/Culture/

08/04/2024

Unleash your inner art enthusiast!

Demystify modern art and gain the confidence to appreciate its beauty at CULTURE Magazine's Art Appreciation Series. ️

Join us for "Post-Renaissance to Modern Art" on Wednesday, March 20th! Explore the artistic evolution from the 16th century onwards with renowned artists like Matisse, Picasso and Rothko. ✨

Enjoy delicious food, wine and connect with fellow art lovers.

Sign up now & unlock the magic of art appreciation.

Registration: culture-hongkong.com/art-appreciation-registration/

Art Appreciation Sneak Peek is featured in CULTURE 230:
https://www.magzter.com/HK/Asia-Brand-Media-Limited/CULTURE/Culture/

03/04/2024

Hong Kong’s tallest buildings are sprouting lush gardens

Surprisingly, with thrilling locations, fresh vegetables and herbs grow sixty-eight storeys above the ground. Urban farms have become a popular tool in community outreach programs led by major companies, who are aiming to scale up these initiatives.

Gardens in the Sky is featured in CULTURE 230:
https://www.magzter.com/HK/Asia-Brand-Media-Limited/CULTURE/Culture/

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