On May 29, the 2025 Beijing Chaoyang International Tea Culture Week officially opened. This year's festival, with a main venue at the Junwangfu Hotel and a satellite venue at the China Central Place, creates a tea culture feast that blends tea tasting, opera appreciation, cultural experiences, and consumption. The Junwangfu Hotel, a cultural landmark near Liangma River, features Qing Dynasty architecture and traditional Chinese gardens. During the festival, the hotel is filled with the rich … [Read more...] about Sipping tea while enjoying opera: The 2025 Beijing Chaoyang International Tea Culture Week showcases cultural charm
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Winners are unveiled in the 2025/26 edition of the Spirit of Craft Awards
Asia’s first craft spirits competition returns for its second edition, spotlighting a stellar lineup of global makers across nine countries. The Spirit of Craft Awards (SOCraft Awards) – a global platform honouring excellence in craft spirits – proudly announces its 2025/26 winners, marking the competition’s second year of spotlighting outstanding producers from around the world. After several rounds of rigorous judging, a panel of 20 industry experts – including Asia’s top mixologists, … [Read more...] about Winners are unveiled in the 2025/26 edition of the Spirit of Craft Awards
Singapore soft drinks market hits SGD12B as health and sustainability trends drive growth: Euromonitor International
Singapore – Singapore’s soft drinks market has reached a value of SGD 12 billion, according to data analytics company Euromonitor International. The market’s growth has been driven by consumers’ preferences for healthier drinks, sustainability-focused innovations, and the increasing adoption of digital solutions like smart vending machines. Euromonitor International’s World Market for Soft Drinks 2025 report highlights that while price pressures remain a factor in consumer spending, … [Read more...] about Singapore soft drinks market hits SGD12B as health and sustainability trends drive growth: Euromonitor International
