PRESS RELEASES
Shining a Spotlight on Five Years
March 01, 2024
In an elegant tribute to its five-year milestone, Rosewood Hong Kong invites discerning guests to indulge in the Rosewood Front Row programme from March 19 to 30, 2024, to discover a curation of art and culture-focused adventures, inspiring talks and culinary collaborations. This anniversary is marked by a tapestry of art, cultural, gastronomic, and artisanal experiences, reflecting the hotel’s continued commitment to sophisticated luxury lifestyle.
“Celebrating five years of success, Rosewood Hong Kong has paved the way for a refined luxury lifestyle in the international city. With our global recognition, we are glad to bring together a roster of exceptional talent worldwide to be part of Rosewood Front Row in March. Through curating art and culture-focused adventures, inspiring talks, and culinary collaborations, we are committed to representing our home city’s dynamism, eclectic culture and modernity,” says Hugo Montanari, Managing Director, Rosewood Hong Kong.
As a proud supporter of the Art Basel fair, Rosewood Hong Kong is introducing its international and local network of art and cultural luminaries, providing the opportunities for our guests, communities, NGOs, and school partners to get up close to learn and appreciate their artistry.
Front Row: Crafting a Culture of Creativity
Dive into the world of international art and design with the inaugural event in the Front Row culture series. Rosewood Hong Kong brings together a panel of international art and design luminaries to explore the pivotal role of art, design, and heritage in shaping our collective future and crafting a sense of place on March 19 at M+. The talk features Amsterdam-based architect Piet Boon and artist Frederik Molenschot, world-renowned Hong Kong architect Dr. Rocco Yim, Trish Luyckx, Chief Design and Project Services Officer at Rosewood Hotel Group, and is moderated by Marisa Yiu, Executive Director and Lead Curator of Design Trust.
In addition, Rosewood Hong Kong will feature Frederik Molenschot’s artwork ‘S TATI CA’ at the Gallery Lobby on level two of Rosewood Hong Kong between March 17 to April 2, 2024. The work is a manifestation of site specificity, a dynamic sculpture that metamorphoses in response to the unique characteristics of its surroundings. Central to this specific piece are two chairs, seemingly distinct yet intricately merged into a sculptural narrative. The chairs themselves embody clarity in structure, but within, an enigmatic clove-like presence beckons, inviting viewers into a world of discovery. Within the chairs, a microcosm unfolds - a bustling community of grass people populating some areas, while other spaces offer a more serene retreat. The strategic placement of two seating areas, facing each other, transforms the artwork into a social space. It becomes a meeting point, encouraging interaction among visitors who, in this shared experience, contribute to the ever-evolving narrative.
Rosewood will also invite local design students from Polytechnic University to have a close encounter with Fredrick and Piet Boon, to delves into the intersection of art, design and heritage from an international perspective.
In Conversation with Serpentine Gallery
To kickstart Art Basel Hong Kong week, Trish Luyckx, along with Serpentine Gallery’s CEO Bettina Korek, will co-host an art-led conversation on March 25 at Asaya Kitchen, featuring commissioned Korean artist and the designer of this year’s Serpentine Pavilion in London, Minsuk Cho, and South African architect Professor Sumayya Vally, who is also Serpentine Pavilion 2021 Designer.
Art Appreciation in the Vertical Estate
Through an Artistic Journey of Discovery, guests can explore the hotel’s extensive private art collection during a grand tour of the building by the hotel’s resident art ambassador, who will introduce the diverse array of sculptures and paintings situated throughout the hotel.
An Artful Escape
Rosewood Hong Kong is committed to providing an unparalleled experience with its private yacht transfer to take the short ride from the hotel to Art Basel Hong Kong in style throughout Art Basel Hong Kong from March 26 to 30. For guests staying with Rosewood Hong Kong with ‘An Artful Escape,’ they can enjoy Ruinart Champagne on board before experiencing the best of Hong Kong’s inspiring art scene between March 28 and 30. This curated experience includes an exclusive yacht transfer, HKD1,000 credit to be used in Asaya, a complimentary bottle of Ruinart welcome Champagne, and an art tour in the hotel hosted by the art ambassador.
Craftmanship
As Rosewood Hong Kong celebrates five years of meticulously honing its craft, it embraces this milestone year with an opportunity to champion and showcase the talents of other skilled craftsmen and partners. With a commitment to providing guests with exceptional experiences, Rosewood Hong Kong offers immersive workshops, masterclasses, or engaging collaborations to create memorable moments for guests to learn, engage, and appreciate the art of craftsmanship.
A Masterclass in Pasta Making
In its commitment to culinary excellence, Rosewood Hong Kong is pleased to welcome Chef Giovanni Polcari from BluHouse to lead an interactive Pasta Making Masterclass. Participants will immerse themselves in the artistry of crafting ravioli parcels and the finesse of shaping slender ribbons of tagliatelle, thereby enriching their understanding of Italian gastronomy. This encounter reaches a crescendo with a live demonstration by Chef Polcari, who will artfully prepare the fresh pasta, ultimately pairing it with BluHouse’s exquisite, handcrafted sauces. The pasta making class is on March 23 from 2 to 4 pm, priced at HKD1,988 +10%.
Make Your Own Parisian Flan
Over at Butterfly Patisserie, Executive Pastry Chef, Jonathan Soukdeo reveals the secrets of his Vanilla Flan with the Make Your Own Parisian Flan Masterclass. The pastry making class is on March 23 from 2 to 4 pm, priced at HKD1,988+10%.
Champagne Discoveries
Rosewood Hong Kong is delighted to announce a collaboration with the esteemed Maison de Champagne, Louis Roederer, whose heritage extends over two centuries, to present a champagne tasting experience designed to enlighten the connoisseur within each guest. Under the guidance of the Maison’s esteemed Cellarmaster, Jean de Castelnau, patrons will gain exclusive access to the storied past of the company, established in 1776. The masterclass further offers the exquisite pleasure of sampling five of Louis Roederer’s champagnes, featuring a selection of the Maison’s distinguished released vintages. The champagne discoveries class is on March 23 from 3 to 4:30 pm, priced at HKD588+10%.
Leading the exploration of craftsmanship to the next level, Rosewood Hong Kong collaborates with globally acclaimed hairstylist Rossano Ferretti to launch his name-sake hair spa at Asaya on March 22. Rossano Ferretti is dedicated to enhance the natural and unique charm of men and women worldwide with his team to provide exceptional hair spa offerings and his signature Ferretti Metodo Cut at Asaya, completing the transformative wellness journey for Asaya guests.
Culinary Experiences
Bringing a cast of renowned chefs and culinary experts together, Rosewood Hong Kong invites guests to a remarkable culinary line-up, featuring renowned chefs and diverse flavours from around the world.
Highlights include A Family-Style Feast - an extraordinary collaboration between HENRY and Michelin-starred BRAT, showcasing vibrant Basque Country-inspired cooking. Cantonese cuisine shines in “The Taste of Lingnan”, presented by culinary experts from Rosewood properties in Guangzhou, Beijing, and Hong Kong. An Authentic Taste of Hong Kong brings beloved local dishes from Hop Sze Restaurant to Holt’s Cafe, while Culinary Tales From India connects CHAAT with Mumbai's esteemed Masque (#16 from Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2023) for an unforgettable Indian culinary journey. Rosewood San Miguel de Allende's renowned 1826 restaurant presents regional specialties at Bayfare Social for Rich Culinary Heritage and Tradition From San Miguel. Fashion Through Pastry with Natsuko Shoji and A Masterful Art Afternoon Tea with Mark Perkins create pastry delights and elevate afternoon tea. Mume (#45 from Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2023) fuses Taiwanese flavours with Nordic influences as An Ode to Sustainable Cooking, and Scarfes Bar from Rosewood London offers A Nightcap to Remember at DarkSide while XX Bar welcomes Maybe Sammy (#15 from World's 50 Best Bars) and its Mirage cocktail menu from Syndey. Julien Peros co-hosts several gastronomic evenings, ‘A Journey Through Wine,’ with Domaine Dujac, Louis Roederer, and Opus One at The Legacy House, Asaya Kitchen and HENRY respectively.
Fostering Growth & Opportunity
Driven by a purpose to inspire, enrich, and positively impact both people and the planet, Rosewood Hong Kong empowers individuals throughout its ecosystem, measuring success by the meaningful contributions it makes to the world. This year, Rosewood Hong Kong proudly launched the BluUp Programme, part of the Rosewood Empowers initiative, which offers support and internships to Special Educational Needs (SEN) youths from local NGO LoveXpress.
As Rosewood Hong Kong prepares to celebrate its fifth anniversary, guests from around the world are invited to a special community brunch on March 17 at BluHouse. All invited guests will have the opportunity to experience firsthand the exceptional service provided by VTC culinary and F&B service students while indulging in the gastronomic delights in the purpose led BluHouse Italinan restaurant.
Boasting an array of cultural, culinary, and craftsmanship experiences, Rosewood Hong Kong invites all guests to take a Front Row seat to the celebrations.
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