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Business Times
08-07-2025
- Business
- Business Times
Find the right restaurant for every corporate occasion
The client who matters most arrives in 20 minutes. The quarterly review that could reshape your team's trajectory needs the right backdrop. The partnership discussion that has been months in the making deserves more than a conference room. These moments – when relationships shift, when trust builds, when decisions crystallise – require environments that work as hard as you do. Restaurants by celebrity and Michelin-starred chefs including Wolfgang Puck, Gordon Ramsay, Daniel Boulud, and Tetsuya Wakuda have earned their reputation for delivering exactly that: good food, thoughtful service, stylish interiors, and the kind of relaxed atmosphere where meaningful conversations actually happen. Located in the heart of the city and central business district, Marina Bay Sands offers the convenience of choice – a wide array of restaurants and cuisines that match whatever the occasion or palate demands. Whether it is lunch, dinner, or after-work drinks, here are dining options suited for the range of corporate occasions that shape your calendar. Build rapport over artfully crafted French cuisine Maison Boulud's lush, Riviera-inspired setting is perfectly complemented by a menu of elevated everyday French classics. PHOTOS: MARINA BAY SANDS When it comes to lunching with long-standing clients, you will not find a better restaurant than Maison Boulud by Daniel Boulud . Nestled in a breezy, Riviera-inspired space, with an al fresco area upstairs that looks out to the bay, the restaurant offers a warm, comfortable setting that strikes the right balance between elegance and ease. The service is attentive yet unfussy, putting guests at ease so conversations can unfold naturally – ideal for reconnecting or deepening long-term professional relationships. On the table, expect to be nourished by classic French dishes executed with cosmopolitan creativity. Stars on the menu include the Beets & Burrata (pillowy burrata paired with earthy slices of beetroot), and a charcuterie platter, featuring silky chicken liver mousse, creamy pate en croute and saucisson. Move on to the delightful sea trout or, if in the mood to indulge, the Duck Confit served with braised red cabbage, tender turnips, heirloom carrots, pearl onions, and finished with a rich duck jus. These are flavours you will want to return to time and again – comforting, refined, and always satisfying. A NEWSLETTER FOR YOU Friday, 2 pm Lifestyle Our picks of the latest dining, travel and leisure options to treat yourself. Sign Up Sign Up End the day right in a stylish setting Wakuda's thoughtfully crafted drinks menu and striking interiors offer a visual and culinary feast. PHOTOS: MARINA BAY SANDS For after-work drinks with colleagues, head to Wakuda Restaurant & Bar . This vibrant establishment offers traditional Japanese dishes in a relaxed atmosphere. Drop by during Wakuda Hour (3pm to 7:30pm, daily) for specially priced drinks, then settle in at the bar and enjoy a curated selection of creative Japanese-inspired highballs and cocktails before moving on to signature dishes. The sashimi platter showcases the day's freshest premium cuts, hand-selected by the chef – silky tuna, marbled salmon and buttery white fish. For something more substantial, try the charcoal-grilled Ohmi Wagyu served with seasonal vegetables. When available, do not miss the Roasted Carabinero Prawn, a seasonal highlight paired with miso risotto. Nail high-stakes deals over refined Japanese dining Experience the acclaimed Chef's Table degustation — an intimate 10-seat affair featuring seasonal creations and premium seafood. PHOTOS: MARINA BAY SANDS If you need to close that important business deal, make a booking at Waku Ghin by Tetsuya Wakuda . This Michelin-starred restaurant combines Japanese precision with culinary artistry in a sleek and modern setting, and is sure to impress with its Chef's Table omakase menus. These are multi-layered symphonies of tastes and textures, incorporating the best seasonal produce, the freshest seafood and the most premium beef cuts. By the way, the internationally renowned chef is now based in Singapore, so if you are lucky, you may even catch a glimpse of Chef Tetsuya himself in action. Charm potential clients with Mediterranean warmth estiatorio Milos pairs its elegant interiors with a seafood-focused Greek menu that showcases the freshest. PHOTOS: MARINA BAY SANDS Give yourself the best chances of winning over a prospective hire by booking a table at estiatorio Milos. This elegant, seafood-forward Greek restaurant is known for serving the freshest catch, brought to life through its signature open seafood market — a centrepiece that showcases over 15 varieties of wild-caught treasures. From Mediterranean octopus sourced from the Limnos island (located in the Aegean Sea) to delicate sashimi-grade selections, each offering is yours to choose. Enjoy them grilled, served raw, or baked in a golden crust of sea salt harvested from the Greek island of Kythira. That same commitment to quality and exquisite simplicity carries through to the rest of the menu, where ingredients take centre stage and are prepared with Milos' signature simplicity – grilled, with salt, olive oil and fresh herbs (a pot of oregano is brought and clipped at the table). Start with the zucchini flowers, fried to a perfect crisp and served with cheese. Follow with the succulent filet mignon brochette and the sea bass – tender, flaky flesh that melts in the mouth. Set aside your usual restraint and indulge in the rich lobster pasta. Served complete with the shell, this dish is as striking to look at as it is to taste. By the time you reach the Greek yoghurt ice cream dessert, your potential client might just be ready to sign on the dotted line. Toast team wins with elevated British fare Gordon Ramsay's Beef Wellington features tender beef wrapped in golden pastry and perfected for a celebration-worthy bite. PHOTO: MARINA BAY SANDS If your team hit all its targets this quarter, reward everyone with a meal at Bread Street Kitchen by Gordon Ramsay . The restaurant serves modern takes on British comfort food in an industrial chic warehouse interior that's roomy and relaxed – ideal for team celebrations. Celebrate with the famous Beef Wellington, a demanding dish mastered here with tender beef wrapped in flaky pastry. Or choose the reliable favourite: fish and chips with crispy beer batter and crushed sweet peas. End with the crowd-pleasing sticky toffee pudding served with vanilla ice cream, and watch team morale soar. Reconnect over comfort food and casual vibes Yardbird's signature Chicken & Waffles comes with crispy fried chicken, cheddar waffles, spiced watermelon, and a drizzle of bourbon maple syrup. PHOTO: MARINA BAY SANDS Looking forward to a relaxed conversation with a colleague you haven't seen in a while? Head to Yardbird Southern Table & Bar by 50 Eggs Hospitality Group to catch up over favourites from the American South in a casual, informal atmosphere. Share the famous Chicken & Waffles – crispy fried chicken with savoury cheddar waffles, spiced watermelon and bourbon maple syrup. Add the smoked pork ribs and lobster mac and cheese, the latter featuring whole crustacean sliced open over a blend of five artisanal cheeses folded into macaroni. Still have room? Go for the key lime pie or fruit cobbler for a sweet finish with a touch of Southern charm.
Malaysian Reserve
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Malaysian Reserve
Disruption®, Served Ice Cold: TBWA Debuts its Very Own Ice Cream at Cannes Lions
Light relief on La Croisette brought to you by TBWA's specialist agencies CANNES, France, June 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — This year at the Cannes Lions Festival of Creativity, TBWA — the Disruption Company® — is bringing its ethos to life in the form of boldly flavored treats to beat the heat in A Taste of Disruption. Created by two of TBWA's best in class design and experiential agencies — Design by Disruption® (DxD) and Auditoire — the Riviera-inspired ice cream truck activation is open daily from Monday to Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. to all pass holders. Providing a space for disruptive flavors, festival attendees are invited to take a break from the pace and chaos of La Croisette and enjoy combinations such as sweet and surprising honey and thyme, refreshingly spicy melon and wasabi, earthly matcha and ginger and tangy berry and timut pepper. 'For us Disruption is so much more than a methodology — it is a mindset, a spirit, a feeling.' said Erin Riley, Global CEO of TBWAWorldwide, who personally served guests to kick off the festivities. 'We wanted to bring that to Cannes in a lighthearted, but totally relevant way. We are quite literally giving the festival a taste of Disruption,' continued Riley. The truck's exterior is wrapped in a summery take on TBWA's signature yellow, with diagonal stripes inspired by the brand's Backslash and the beachfront vibe of the Côte d'Azur. Positioned directly across from the Palais' iconic red carpet, the activation will be one of the week's most savored moments. Come see for yourself just how good Disruption tastes, and explore TBWA's full list of disruptive Cannes contenders at
What's On
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- What's On
6 fun things to do in Dubai this weekend: May 23 to 25
Busy, busy… The summer might be coming but there are still so many things to do in Dubai this weekend, night swims are being announced every week, indoor activities are getting busier and some cute new concepts are popping up around the city. Friday, May 23, Try the newest night swim Night swims are starting to become popular as the weather heats up and now there's a new one on the block. Tropézienne Nights at Twiggy are now going to be every Friday and Saturday, starting May 23. Dive into the magic of the French Riviera right here in Dubai with this glamorous night swim experience. The iconic Twiggy lagoon transforms after dark every Friday and Saturday with moonlit swims, a curated Riviera-inspired menu, and live DJ entertainment that sets the tone for unforgettable evenings, even as it gets hotter. Bookings recommended. Offer: Dhs250 per person with Dhs150 redeemable Timings: Friday and Saturdays from 7pm Location: Twiggy, Dubai Creek Club Street, Port Saeed Contact: +971 04 602 1105 @twiggydubai Take a selfie Get snap-happy at Dubai's largest 3D trick art museum. There are tons of different artworks that, when you pose for a picture with them, create a cool optical illusion. Go with phone batteries fully charged as these snaps will be a star on your 'Gram. Purchase tickets here. Location: 3D World Selfie Museum Dubai, Behind Mashreq Bank, Sheikh Zayed Road, Al Quoz 4 Timings: Open daily 10am to 8pm Offer: Dhs65 per child and Dhs89 per adult, Contact: Tel: (0)50 987 6511. @3dworlddxb Saturday, May 24 Try out a homegrown bakery treat Saturday's calories done't count right? That sourdough sauce though – the pastries at Maha's Bakehouse are enough to induce a serious pang of craving in you. A homegrown venture by Maha-Morley Kirk, they offer buns, breads, croissants, cookies and brownies. Offer: Pastries start at Dhs22, boxes at Dhs84 Timings: Daily, closes 3pm Location: Delivery only, order on Talabat, Deliveroo, Noonfood and Careem Contact: @ Sunday, May 25 Have a Ripe Roast Ripe Market moves inside for the summer it has a new home, with a twist. From May 25 to September 28, you'll be able to find the market at The Roast by Bubbalicious every Sunday. The Roast takes place from 1pm to 4pm at Mina's Kitchen, The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina however the market will be there for an extra hour for you to browse as you please. Offer: Kids under 6 go free, Dhs175 kids under 12, Dhs295 soft, Dhs350 house, Dhs450 bubbly Timings: every Sunday, May 25 to September 28, 1pm to 5pm Location: Mina's Kitchen, The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina Contact: 04 511 7373 Get wine for only Dhs19 all day If your idea of Sunday plans involves a crisp rosé, a glass of bubbly, or maybe something rich and red, Mezzanine Bar & Kitchen might be your new favourite spot – at least for this weekend. In celebration of National Wine Day, they're pouring wines for just Dhs19 a glass all day long on Sunday, May 25. Offer: white, red, rosé and sparkling wine for Dhs19 Timings: Sunday, May 25, all day long Location: Mezzanine Bar & Kitchen, Souk Madinat Jumeirah Contact: (0)58 599 4659. Reservations@ @mezzaninedubai Learn more about women's health There's a super useful event happening in folly Brasserie in Emirates Hills this Sunday and if you're a woman, you should consider attending. CLO Women, the female-led wellness platform, is teaming up with BUFARMA, the Italian skincare brand rooted in sustainability and known for its ultra-hydrating buffalo milk formulations, to host an intimate Women's Health Event at folly Brasserie in Emirates Hills. Set in folly's dreamy glasshouse space, the evening is designed to explore the connection between skincare, hormones and confidence. There's a botanical mocktail workshop using hormone-balancing ingredients, a self-confidence session with neurolinguistic tools like reframing and a panel talk with an integrative doctor diving into the skin-hormone link. Guests will be treated to canapés, wellness-driven sips by folly, and leave with a luxe BUFARMA skincare gift bag. Offer: from Dhs149 per person Timings: Sunday, May 25, from 5pm to 7pm Location: folly Brasserie in Emirates Hills Contact: Book here
Cision Canada
21-05-2025
- Automotive
- Cision Canada
OKX and McLaren F1 Team Reveal Riviera Livery Honoring F1 Heritage
MONACO, May 21, 2025 /CNW/ -- OKX, a leading global blockchain technology company and Official Primary Partner of the McLaren Formula 1 Team, along with McLaren Racing, today revealed a striking Riviera-inspired livery that will feature on McLaren's MCL39 race cars at the upcoming 2025 Monaco and Spanish grands prix. More than a visual statement, this livery represents a shared vision of transformation. It blends the spirit of the McLaren F1 Team's 1960's racing triumphs with the next generation of speed, simplicity, and digital creativity, fusing old-school grit with new-school style. It is also a mark of respect for the anniversary of the tragic passing of Bruce McLaren on June 2, 1970. Just as the M7A broke new ground in 1968, delivering McLaren its first F1 win and introducing the now-legendary papaya, this new design marks a new milestone: OKX becoming the first cryptocurrency exchange to receive a MiCA license, opening the door to a New Alternative in European finance. Watch the video here This campaign is the fourth custom livery born from the OKX-McLaren partnership, highlighting a shared commitment to creativity, performance, and pushing boundaries. Celebrating the legacy of old money through the lens of new money. "Over the years, Formula 1 has seen huge amounts of change, from technological developments to the recent growth in fandom, the sport's culture has evolved and there's a fantastic attitude of freedom to push the boundaries of what's possible," said Haider Rafique, Chief Marketing Officer, OKX."This aligns perfectly with our mission to challenge conventional ways of thinking about money and finance and Riviera livery symbolizes this transformation and the elegance and innovation both OKX and McLaren are known for." Fans can look forward to seeing the Riviera-inspired livery on both McLaren MCL39s, driven by Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, who will also wear exclusive OKX-branded A New Alternative race suits during the Monaco Grand Prix weekend. From the sun-drenched streets of Monaco to the global stage of financial innovation, the Riviera livery connects McLaren's legacy with OKX's vision: a world where tradition meets transformation, old money gives way to new freedom, and boldness knows no boundaries. About OKX Trusted by more than 60 million customers around the globe, OKX is a technology company building a decentralized future that makes the world more tradable, transparent and connected. We're known for being one of the fastest and most reliable crypto apps in the world, and have processed trillions of dollars in transactions. We have key regional offices, including headquarters in San José, California, for the Americas and in Dubai for the Middle East. We also have offices in New York, Hong Kong, Singapore, the Republic of Türkiye, Australia and Europe. Over the past several years, we've built one of the world's most comprehensive regulatory compliant, licensed crypto companies. We hold licenses in the United States, the UAE, EEA, Singapore and Australia, as well as in other markets. We're steadfastly committed to transparency and security and publish Proof of Reserves reports on a monthly basis. To learn more about OKX, download our app or visit: About McLaren Racing McLaren Racing was founded by racing driver Bruce McLaren in 1963. The team entered its first Formula 1 race in 1966. McLaren has since won 21 Formula 1 world championships, 193 Formula 1 Grands Prix, the Indianapolis 500 three times, and the Le Mans 24 Hours at its first attempt. McLaren Racing competes across five racing series. The team competes in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship with McLaren F1 drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, the NTT INDYCAR SERIES with Arrow McLaren drivers Pato O'Ward, Nolan Siegel and Christian Lundgaard, the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship as the NEOM McLaren Formula E Team with drivers Sam Bird and Taylor Barnard, and F1 Academy with Driver Development programme member Ella Lloyd. The team also competes in the F1 Sim Racing Championship as McLaren Shadow with Lucas Blakeley, Wilson Hughes and Alfie Butcher. committed to achieving net zero by 2040 and fostering a diverse and inclusive culture in the motorsport industry.
Scotsman
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Welcome to Glasgow, a sun-soaked, Riviera-inspired haven
Back to my roots this week with a visit to the West. Outside Glasgow Central Station, I was startled to stumble across what is known as a pop-up experience at the Grand Central Hotel. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Apparently it's a partnership with the 'luxury champagne brand, Veuve Clicquot'. A typical Glasgow street scene! In effect, it's a bunch of tables, chairs and a sun brolly, largely useless. This is Scotland and the pavement in question being almost always in the shade. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The marketing blurb notes that this new venture was inspired by the al fresco bars of the South of France and they hoped to create a "sun-soaked, Riviera-inspired haven in the heart of the city centre". I'll just repeat where this haven is. It's on a pavement outside Central Station on Gordon Street. Last time I checked, Riviera views involved a deep blue sea sparkling in the sun, millionaires yachts and scantily clad lovelies sashaying about. Gordon Street is a fairly narrow street bang slap in the middle of a huge, blusting city and really not trained to be a stunt double for the promenades of the South of France. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad For one thing, it's Glasgow, and that means a bampot population on an industrial scale. Don't get me wrong, Edinburgh has its own population of the wild-eyed and wanting, but Glasgow is in a different league, always has been. In fact, Gordon Street saw the only time in my childhood I recall actually encountering a man begging on the streets. One warm summer evening, Mum, Dad, the pest (AKA my wee brother) and I passed the hotel. Back then the Central Hotel was slowly decaying, her glory days far behind, her resurrection far ahead. A man called out 'Hey, Jimmy!' Dad knew what he wanted. The homeless huddled outside the station on the hot air vents. He sent us on ahead and then caught up a moment or two later. Mum ticked him off gently for being a soft touch, but my dad laughed and said he'd told a good story and so he'd bunged him a couple of bob for a pint. The Pest and I immed-iately started working on sob-story scripts in an effort to increase our pocket money. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad That encounter took place exactly on the spot where Veuve Clicquot have pitched their pop-up. There were Glaswegians at the tables, sipping the fizz and taking in the view. Well, it was really more like street theatre, starring a chap fully fueled on fighting juice. Given the evidence in the carrier bag, I'm guessing the classic combo of mega-strength lager and Buckfast. He'd been enjoying the sunshine. He was, of course, taps aff. He should have used sunscreen. Those shoulders looked raw. A taxi had irritated him, possibly by doing something unexpected, like trying to join the row of other taxis on the rank. Our bold boy swung a sudden one-two onto the bonnet, and then swung around to the champagne poppers and delivered an impassioned speech about the perfidious nature of Glasgow's black cab drivers. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Had it been shorn of two words constantly used on repeat, it would have been shorter, but as it stood it was a shoo-in for Creative Scotland funding, and on that note, he finished by attempting to pan-handle the fizz crowd. I bunged a bob or two in memory of my dad. I've seen worse performances at the fringe.
