Daphnis and Chloe review — an eye-popping circus version of Ravel
So, we went to the circus — sort of. Rarely if ever has a conductor surely been as close to whirring bodies as Edward Gardner was to the acrobats of Circa, an Australian troupe invited to collaborate with the London Philharmonic on an eye-popping presentation of Ravel's ballet score, Daphnis and Chloe — with another choreographic number by
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Tatler Asia
3 days ago
- Tatler Asia
Love Chinese food? Taste Paradise Dynasty's classic flavours in a brand new space
'There had been growing requests at our other branches asking, 'Why not open in the north?' So we finally did, and the reception has been remarkable.' - Jonathan Ko on why they brought Paradise Dynasty to the north - Tatler was offered servings of Paradise Dynasty's best and sought-after offerings. Among them was the Signature Dynasty xiao long bao, a selection of eight colourful flavours including original, Korean kimchi, foie gras, black truffle, cheese, crab roe, garlic and Szechuan. Ko explains that the restaurant places great importance on consistency, which is why the dish still carries the same familiar flavour Filipinos have loved since the first branch opened in Pasay in 2016. 'For our eight-flavour xiao long bao, we always use original ingredients. Even the colours are made entirely from scratch,' he stresses. 'Some people ask if we use food colouring. We don't. Everything is created in-house; we use special ingredients to extract the colours for each dumpling,' Ko adds, noting that there had previously been some doubts about the authenticity of their methods. 'People keep coming back to this dish because the flavour has stayed consistent. After nine years, it still tastes the same. We never cut corners, and that's exactly why our guests return.' Paradise Dynasty's standout offerings include the yam paste xiao long bao, a dumpling filled with smooth, earthy purée made from Taro. More from Tatler : Learn all about the iconic Chinese food favourite, East Ocean Palace Above The black fungus in peppercorn vinaigrette Above Paradise Dynasty's signature prawn and pork dumpling in hot chilli vinaigrette Another highlight was the prawn and pork dumpling in hot chilli vinaigrette with just the right kick of spice, leaving enough room for the sweetness of the seafood to come through. Then there's the black fungus in a peppercorn vinaigrette, made with wood ear mushrooms known for their pleasantly chewy texture. The sharp peppercorn dressing leaves a lingering finish that keeps you reaching for another bite. Another memorable bite was the poached pork in spicy garlic sauce: a bold, flavourful dish that enhances both the tender meat and the vegetables tucked within. For those looking for a subtle savoury taste, the stir-fried Australian lettuce will be a revelation. This simple yet satisfying dish might easily be overlooked, but with just the right touch of salt and crunch, it's the kind of bite you'd keep coming back for with a spoonful of piping hot rice to match or even just as enjoyable as a light snack. Not to be missed is the speciality fish in pickled vegetable broth, which Ko explains is simmered for two hours to allow the soup to draw out every layer of flavour. 'The soup is simmered for about two hours to develop its flavour and richness,' he says. Related : Paradise Dynasty opens a new location in the heart of Greenbelt 5 Above The specialty fish in pickled vegetable broth by Paradise Dynasty Above Stir-fried Australian lettuce by Paradise Dynasty For Paradise Dynasty, delivering quality Chinese cuisine using cooking methods that stay true to their origins is essential. Ultimately, it's the comfort of knowing what to expect and the consistent standards set since day one that keeps their loyal customers coming back. Ko asserts that this is what their patrons value and deserve: timeless classics with creative twists, one serving at a time. 'We started from just a few branches. Now, we're trying to expand it to all corners. We want to showcase that this is the Paradise Dynasty design. It reflects traditional Chinese elements, local influences and of course, the essence of Chinese cuisine.' Visit Paradise Dynasty's newest location at Robinsons Magnolia and follow their Instagram @paradisedynastyph. NOW READ What makes an authentic meal?: Chef Jereme Leung's limited-release 'The Emperor's Table' menu at China Blue Flavours of My Youth: JP Anglo of Sarsa Kitchen + Bar and Kooya Filipino Eatery The cultural wanderer's guide to Binondo, Manila
New York Post
12-06-2025
- New York Post
Inside 2025's ‘drink of the year' — from the NYC bar owner who invented it: ‘Very unique and different'
Here's something worthy of a toast. The bourbon-based cocktail crowned Food 52's 'drink of the year' is finally getting its moment in the spotlight two decades after its creator mixed it the first time in a Big Apple bar. The pink-hued 'Paper Plane,' first crafted at what is now Attaboy on the Lower East Side, has reached new heights due to its ability to balance 'the Holy Trinity of bitter, sweet and sour,' creator Sam Ross, 42, told The Post. Advertisement 'If you can balance all that, it has a weird, amazing sort of pleasantry to it.' 4 The Paper Plane, a bourbon-based concoction crowned Food 52's 'drink of the year' for 2025, hails from none other than New York City – and is finally getting its moment in the spotlight after nearly two decades, according to the drink's creator Sam Ross. Tamara Beckwith The tangy, bright beverage's versatility and ease to make has allowed it to gradually take flight across generations, genders and experience level, he added — and has gotten so popular in the last year that it's been canned for home bars across the US as of last year. Advertisement 'It's the sum of its parts, It doesn't taste like any one ingredient individually,' the Australian-born New York bartender said. 'Once you get it into the glass, you actually realize you're tasting something very unique and different.' Ross first crafted the concoction in 2007 at his tucked-away bar – formerly called Milk & Honey – while he was tasked with creating a signature drink for a bar out in Chicago called The Violet Hour. The drink was inspired by a bottle of Amaro Nonino gifted to Ross by a friend, he said, and aptly named his creation for M.I.A.'s indie-rap hit 'Paper Planes.' Aside from equal parts bourbon and the Italian liqueur, the spirit-forward cocktail also features Aperol and lemon juice. 'I just fell in love with it immediately,' Ross said. 'I created this drink because I wanted people to experience Amaro Nonino.' Advertisement And despite it first appearing on a Chicago bar's menu, the beverage 'definitely holds a New York immigration card,' the bartender stated. 4 Aside from bourbon, the cocktail also features equal parts aperol, amaro and lemon juice, which Ross describes as 'the Holy Trinity of bitter, sweet and sour. Tamara Beckwith The resulting cocktail helped Ross – also known for inventing the Penicillin – land on the map of modern cocktail tastemakers, but it also helped the 127-year-old Amaro brand stick the landing in cocktail scenes around the world, according to sixth-generation distiller Francesca Bardelli Nonino. 'The United States sets the trend for [not only] movies and TV shows, but also for cocktails,' Bardelli Nonino, 35, said — adding she's toasted with Amaro lovers in Japan, Spain, Italy and the United Kingdom thanks to the success of the Paper Plane. 'In Italy, most of the time you first start to appreciate a product by itself and then in a cocktail, but in the United States you first appreciate it in a cocktail.' Advertisement To Bardelli Nonino, the celebration is personal, as the grappa-based liqueur traces its roots back to her great-grandfather's recipe from Friuli, Italy. 'The paper plane put together Italian culture and American culture – and I think people realized then, 'this is delicious, I want to know more about the other ingredients,'' she said, raising a glass at an inaugural Paper Plane Week event at Attaboy. 4 'The United States sets the trend for [not only] movies and TV shows, but also for cocktails,' Bardelli Nonino, 35, said. Tamara Beckwith Ross added the drink is a crowd pleaser as it's easy to make given its equal parts recipe only requires four ingredients and is 'self-policing' – in that it's immediately apparent if it was made incorrectly because of its signature pink hue and ample froth. 'All the 'modern classics' have to be somewhat simple to make – we're not talking about strange infusions or crazy techniques that take a long time,' Ross said. 'If you want to be able to be made, especially at home bars it has to be things that are very approachable … and I think it's just straight up delicious.' 4 Paper Plane Week at Attaboy in the Lower East Side, Manhattan. Tamara Beckwith Ross credits the dawn of the Facebook age for the Paper Plane's initial popularity among bartenders in the late aughts, but he believes the drink's versatility has been able to keep its humble profile steadily gliding over the years. The Attaboy co-owner notes he's pushing a newer take on the cocktail — dubbed a Mosquito with mezcal, Campari, fresh ginger and lemon — that he hopes to be met with similar fanfare. Advertisement 'It kind of startles me, each year it seems to get more and more popular,' Ross said of his Paper Plane. 'It doesn't have a singular market. 'When you think of a whiskey cocktail, you're automatically going to be thinking whiskey sours, Manhattans, old fashioneds,' he added. 'These are powerful, potent drinks — and this one isn't that.'
Tatler Asia
19-05-2025
- Tatler Asia
Mother's Day 2025: Mother's home through the eyes of architects' children
Rose Seidler House by Harry Seidler Above Rose Seidler House by Harry Seidler (photo: Rory Hyde/WikiCommons) The year 1950 marked a defining moment for Harry Seidler, whose bold debut in Australia came in the form of Rose Seidler House—a home built to reflect his mother Rose's wishes. A former student of Bauhaus pioneer Walter Gropius, Seidler introduced an uncompromising modernist vision to Sydney's quiet suburbs. The house sparked instant fascination, with design elements that broke away entirely from conventional Australian dwellings. Skylights bathed the bathroom in natural light, interior murals added vivid flair, and multiple doors lent the space an unexpected openness, all influenced by his time in Brazil. These features bewildered the building inspector, yet won the public's admiration. More than just an architectural milestone, Rose Seidler House gave Seidler a reason to remain in Australia, where he would go on to shape the nation's contemporary aesthetic. Today, the house belongs to the Historic Houses Trust and serves as a museum, a vibrant testament to modern design and a son's love made architectural. Charles Gwathmey's Gwathmey House and Studio Above Gwathmey Residence and Studio by Charles Gwathmey (photo: @haus_oft/Instagram) Raised in a family steeped in the arts, Charles Gwathmey embarked on his first architectural project in 1965 with heartfelt dedication to his parents. Taking cues from Le Corbusier, he crafted a modernist retreat in Amagansett, New York, defined by its geometric clarity, sculptural forms, modestly sized windows and a masterful use of natural light. Far more than just a holiday home, the house became a deeply personal statement—a quiet yet confident declaration of Gwathmey's emerging architectural voice. Completed in 1967, the project quickly gained attention and cemented his presence on New York's design scene. In the years that followed, his clientele would come to include names like Jerry Seinfeld, Steven Spielberg and David Geffen. Though his portfolio expanded considerably, the house he designed for his parents continues to be regarded as his most pivotal creation. Recently restored, the residence is now valued at $9.25 million and remains a powerful expression of his architectural beginnings. See more: The future of architecture: 5 sustainable buildings changing the skyline Vanna Venturi House by Robert Venturi Above Vanna Venturi House by Robert Venturi (photo: Smallbones/ WikiCommons) Finished in 1964, the Vanna Venturi House in Philadelphia stands as a milestone in Robert Venturi's career and a beacon of postmodern design. Created for his mother, the house confidently rejected the architectural norms of the time. Its asymmetrical facade, irregular windows and split gable roof challenged conventional expectations. Inside, Venturi replaced formal corridors and enclosed rooms with fluid spaces and pared-back divisions, an approach made possible by the creative freedom his mother afforded him. As both client and inspiration, Mrs Vanna Venturi enabled her son to explore bold, unconventional ideas. She lived on the ground floor, as she preferred, while Venturi continued his work in the studio above until his marriage to fellow architect Denise Scott Brown in 1967. The house has since become an icon of 20th-century design. 22 Parkside (Wimbledon House) by Richard Rogers Photo 1 of 3 The open-plan living space of 22 Parkside House exemplifies high-tech architecture and Rogers' innovative residential design for his mother (photo: Courtesy of Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partners LLP) Photo 2 of 3 Night view of 22 Parkside with illuminated interior and transparent façade showcasing the seamless connection between indoor living and the surrounding garden (photo: Courtesy of Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partners LLP) Photo 3 of 3 Exterior garden view of Richard Rogers' 22 Parkside House in Wimbledon with a modernist glass façade and yellow steel frame blending harmoniously with the lush landscape (photo: Courtesy of Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partners LLP) Designed by Richard Rogers and his then wife Su Rogers in the late 1960s, the house at 22 Parkside, Wimbledon, London was a tribute to his parents and a milestone in the development of high-tech architecture in Britain. This low-slung, single-storey home is framed in vibrant yellow steel and anchored by expansive floor-to-ceiling glass panels at either end, filling the interior with natural light and softening the boundary between the interior and the garden beyond. Movable partitions allow for a flexible arrangement of rooms, while solid side walls provide a reassuring sense of enclosure. At the heart of the layout is a private courtyard, around which Rogers positioned his mother's flat and her own pottery studio. Photo 1 of 3 The interior of Richard Rogers' 22 Parkside House in Wimbledon, London, features iconic yellow cabinetry, minimalist modern furniture, and floor-to-ceiling glass overlooking the garden (photo: Courtesy of Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partners LLP) Photo 2 of 3 Flexible open-plan bedroom and dining area inside Richard Rogers' Wimbledon House, designed for his parents (photo: Courtesy of Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partners LLP) Photo 3 of 3 22 Parkside House in Wimbledon, London, courtesy of Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partners LLP Originally conceived as a prototype for affordable prefabricated housing, the house was designed with industrial materials and modular construction in mind. These themes would echo through Rogers' later masterpieces, including the Pompidou Centre in Paris. Today, 22 Parkside is listed at Grade II for its architectural significance. Thoughtfully restored, the house now serves a new purpose housing graduate students from the Harvard Graduate School of Design. See also: 11 breathtaking movie home interiors we wish we could live in Jerome & Carolyn Meier House by Richard Meier Above Exterior view of Richard Meier's Essex Fells House in New Jersey, designed for his parents (photo: Courtesy of Richard Meier) Architect Richard Meier's first private commission marked more than the start of a distinguished career. It was a personal gift to his parents, Jerome and Carolyn Meier. Designed as a single-storey modernist home in Essex Fells, New Jersey, the house carries both emotional weight and early design promise. Meier once described the structure as 'a brick building in the spirit of Mies van der Rohe, beneath a roof reminiscent of Frank Lloyd Wright.' It reflects his signature use of clean lines and geometric precision, tempered by the warmth of domestic life. Above Inside the Essex Fells home designed by Richard Meier for his parents, with open spaces, lots of natural light and minimalist details (photo: Courtesy of Richard Meier) Completed in 1964, the house is defined by curved brick walls that wrap gently around its core, while large panes of glass look out to a neighbouring golf course. A sheltered courtyard adds tranquillity, and a concealed rooftop garden sits quietly above, almost hidden from view. Every element, from the integrated cabinetry to the polished concrete floors, speaks to Meier's fastidious attention to form and function. Though the family parted with the home in 1980, it remains remarkably unchanged,a lasting imprint of a future Pritzker Prize laureate in his formative years. 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