KELIM DAKDORITANG - KOREAN SPICY GARLIC CHICKEN STEW CHAIN SINCE 1965 - OPENS IN SINGAPORE’S OLDEST ESTATE TIONG BAHRU Kelim Dakdoritang, a 59-year-old Korean spicy garlic chicken stew chain with 50 outlets, is delighted to announce the opening of its new outlet in Tiong Bahru, Singapore's oldest public housing estate, on 1 March 2024. The restaurant is situated in the pre-war conservation Block 55, the first of 20 blocks built by the Singapore Improvement Trust in 1936, designed by Alfred G. Church in a Streamline Moderne architectural style. We were truly impressed by the quality of this garlic-laden bomb" they call it... that is spread right on top of this Chicken broth-stew made with delicious scallion, Korean chilli bits, fresh chicken pieces, lots of vegetables and what's amazing is the superior taste that is laden with top flavour, umami structure and fresh ingredients. Rosette Media rating distinguishes their lovely soup - Kelim Dakdoritang’s Signature Korean Spicy Garlic Chicken Stew - an overall rating of 8.6/10 Kelim Dakdoritang’s Signature Korean Spicy Garlic Chicken Stew is prepared according to a time-honoured recipe passed down through generations. The combination of chicken and garlic not only enhances the taste but also serves as a stamina booster. Topped with a garlic bomb, the resulting complex flavours are sure to tantalise taste buds, distinguishing it from regular Dakdoritang recipes in Korea. Each ingredient in Kelim Dakdoritang's Spicy Garlic Chicken Stew is meticulously selected and sourced to ensure the highest quality. Farm-fresh chicken of a fixed weight guarantees optimum taste and tenderness. The slow-cooked, bone-in chicken pieces meld with aromatic spices and a secret blend of ingredients, including Korean pepper powder (gochugaru), infusing the broth with a taste like no other. Customers can elevate their dining experience by adding chewy tteokbokki (Korean rice cake), potatoes, king oyster mushrooms, sausages, and quail eggs, among other options, to their stew. Towards the end of the meal, Kalguksu (knife-cut noodle) can be tossed into the stew. These hand-cut noodles boast an al dente texture, similar to Italian fettuccine, offering a delightful departure from the usual ramyeon. Inspired by the eclectic Tiong Bahru precinct, the culinary team has designed an expanded menu to include new dishes catering to varying preferences. In addition to chicken-themed dishes like Chicken Cartilage with Sweet Spicy Sauce ($19.90), the culinary team addresses the diverse preferences of the local and international community residing in Tiong Bahru. Notably, the menu features Korean BBQ specialties such as Samgyeopsal-gui - Grilled Pork Belly with Stir Fried Kimchi ($29.90), Cheongyeopsal - Grilled Pork Collar ($24.90) and Galbi-gui - Grilled Marinated Beef Short Ribs ($29.90). We truly enjoyed the Grilled Pork Belly - it was superb and have lots of fatty feel, the way we like it! They also have th eSamgyeopsal-gui - Grilled Pork Belly with Stir Fried Kimchi ($29.90). Be instantly hooked on this highly popular Korean BBQ dish, and also the Galbi-gui - Grilled Marinated Beef Short Ribs ($29.90) and Cheongyeopsal - Grilled Pork Collar ($24.90). Crowd-pleasing side dishes like Haemul Pajeon ($24.90), Sotteok ($9.90), Spam Fries ($17.90), and Japchae ($19.90) are also being introduced. Haemul Pajeon - popular Korean savoury Seafood Scallion Pancake ($24.90) was a dish that we tried and we just loved it - so fulfilling! Signature Korean street snack Sotteok - skewered rice cakes and mini sausages ($9.90) and Korean Spam Fries ($17.90) Irresistible! and also along with that, it was Deep-fried to perfection with a crispy exterior Japchae ($19.90). One of Korea’s best-loved dishes, the sweet potato starch noodles is deftly stir fried with meat and vegetables. A la carte dishes, including chicken or pork bulgogi ($14.90) and ramyeon with a choice of chicken, mandu or seafood ($13.90), are added as well. We had some of our favourite Soju, beer, and other non-alcoholic beverages as well with the meal! While the Baby Dakdoritang, a scaled-down version of the signature Dakdoritang, embodies the culinary team’s dedication to a convenient and enjoyable dining experience, the expanded menu, inspired by the vibrant Tiong Bahru precinct, caters to diverse tastes. Embark on a unique culinary journey, savouring Kelim Dakdoritang's rich culinary heritage amidst the nostalgic charm of Tiong Bahru. To celebrate the opening of the new outlet, the culinary team has crafted the Baby Dakdoritang ($15.90), a cute-sized replica of Kelim Dakdoritang's Signature Korean Spicy Garlic Chicken Stew, highlighting the rich heritage of Dakdoritang. The Baby Dakdoritang offers convenience for solo diners seeking a fuss-free meal and is available as part of a wallet-friendly executive set lunch, which includes rice, along with a canned drink ($15.90). OPENING PROMOTION:Enjoy 30% OFF regular-sized Dakdoritang for the whole month of March 2024. (by simply following Kelim Dakdoritang’s social accounts) KELIM DAKDORITANG Address: 55 Tiong Bahru Road #01-37 Singapore 160055 Reservations Hotline: 63223433 It's open daily for: Lunch - 11.30am to 3pm Dinner & Supper - 5.30pm to 2.00am Website: kelimdakdoritang.com.sg

Australia’s Hannah Green pipped Celine Boutier of France to the 2024 HSBC Women’s World Championship title by one shot after draining a stunning 30-feet birdie at the last hole on Sunday. The US$1.8 million LPGA tournament appeared to be headed for a playoff between Green and Boutier after Boutier had earlier closed with a five-under-par 67. However, after already making two birdies on 16 and 17, Green ensured there would not be any extra-time as her long birdie putt on 18 sunk into the hole to see her finish with a winning four-day total of 13-under-par 275. Canada’s Brooke Henderson, meanwhile, secured her third top-10 finish in four starts since the LPGA’s season-opening Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions by carding a 68 to share third place with South Korea’s Lee Mi-hyang as well as Japan’s Nasa Hataoka and Yuna Nishimura on 279 total. Starting the final round two shots off the lead in second place, Green birdied holes five and nine to turn in 34. She dropped her only shot of the day on the 10th before marking her card with another birdie on 12. It was from the 16th hole where the 27-year-old Australian then went on a three-hole birdie blitz to eventually seal her victory. “I knew I needed to at least birdie the last to win by one. As soon as that putt went in, I was like, oh, my God, I've won! You have to take these highs when they come because it doesn't always come and golf can be a learning sport sometimes “Celine played great today but she didn't end up with the trophy in her hands. But she should still be proud of how she performed under this pressure,” said Green. It was Green’s fourth LPGA title and also her first win in Asia. It was also a sweet redemption for the 27-year-old especially after finishing second at the 2021 edition. “I almost won the championship in 2021 when I was playing it for the first time. I remembered I three-putted 17 and then three-putt again on 18 to lose. It feels great to have this trophy in my hands now,” said Green. Playing in the penultimate group before Green, the pressure was on Boutier to make a birdie on 17 to give her any advantage over a fast-charging Green. However, two straight pars on 17 and 18 dashed all hopes. “I knew my putt (on 17) was going to be important but it ended up being short-sided. It was frustrating. I gave myself chances. I made some putts and also missed some. But such things happen and I can't be too mad about my round today,” said Boutier. Henderson, meanwhile, tried to mount a late fightback in her back-nine with four birdies on holes 10, 15,16 and 17. But a closing bogey on 18 halted that charge and she had to settle for a tied-third finish. ‘The back nine was really fun, especially the long birdie putt on 15 and following up with birdies on 16 and 17. It was really nice to climb the leaderboard like that. Unfortunately, I dropped a shot on 18 which was a difficult hole. But overall, I really happy with how the week went. I love Top 10s and I feel like I'm going to take a lot of momentum and a lot of confidence moving forward,” said the Canadian. The HSBC Women’s World Championship boasted an international field with representation from 22 countries across the world. The 72-hole stroke play tournament was played on the renowned Tanjong Course at Sentosa Golf Club, which was hosting the 11th edition of the tournament. Credit - Getty Images

The Figlmüller Restaurant is an iconic Viennese eatery. Enjoy the world-famous schnitzel in a historic ambiance, a compulsory culinary stop in the heart of Vienna. HOME OF THE SCHNITZEL:FIGLMÜLLER WOLLZEILE The story began when Johann Figlmüller opened the first wine tavern on Wollzeile in 1905. Just around the corner from St. Stephen’s Cathedral, he established a place where people have been imbibing, chatting and eating great for the past 115 years. A glass of our homegrown wine is the perfect accompaniment to our interpretation of the Wiener schnitzel, which has not only become the house special—but also a symbol of the city of Vienna. Right from the start, it stood for the unparalleled Viennese way of life: a restaurant that was always a fine place to chat and celebrate. It also had a great menu and selection of local wines. And, of course, the original interpretation of a schnitzel. The elder Hans Figlmüller reached international acclaim with the Figlmüller schnitzel and put the downtown locale on the map as Vienna’s culinary ambassador. The brothers Hans Jr. and Thomas Figlmüller are still maintaining the tradition which is now in its fourth Figlmüller generation. In Viennese cuisine, there is nothing more quintessential Viennese than the Wiener schnitzel. Its origin is the subject of numerous legends and continues to be a lightning rod for controversy. There is consensus, however: Only premium veal fried golden brown in a mixture of lard an oil will do. At Figlmüller on Bäckerstrasse, they only serve the one true Wiener schnitzel, as their great grandmother fried up over a century ago. Scusi ragazzi, but schnitzel’s a Vienna original! The most popular yarn spun round the genesis of the Wiener schnitzel comes from Field Marshal Radetzky. According to the story, Radetzky was so enrapt by the Italian Cotoletta alla Milanese that he brought the recipe back to Vienna in the middle of the 19th century, presenting it to the Kaiser’s court kitchen so they could satiate his appetite and create the now world renown dish. However, historical research has shown that the Viennese had an affection for all things fried much earlier. If your coffers were stocked then you could bread and fry all manner of mainstays like chicken and veal, or everything else from head to toe. Our favourite cut is a big softie: the tenderloin. 250-gram cuts of fine tenderloin are pounded out by hand until they are razor-thin and ready to be dredged in egg and flour. The finishing touch is a coat fit for a Kaiser: breadcrumbs made from Kaiser rolls—made especially for Figlmüller—create a tantalizingly crispy schnitzel. This was truly amazing, as I tried a few different schnitzels whilst I was staying in Vienna, and the one from this Haus is truly amazing, original, tasty and not dry! Of course, we went along with the iconic lemon but we also tried the lovely crisp with some different sauces to give a different feel to each bite! Now, the schnitzel is ready for frying. And for this, the chefs need no less than three pans of cooking oil. But for that it is all the faster; a schnitzel needs just an estimated 30 seconds until it turns a crispy golden brown and lands on your plate. Proof that the long-standing and traditional schnitzel maker works with the utmost perfection. From ingredients naturally fresh, authentic Austrian! What goes along well with a true Figlmüller schnitzel? A genuine Viennese potato salad, of course, one that is known for its subtle sweetness. At Figlmüller they pay special attention to where the ingredients come from ; their pork is sourced exclusively from farmers they know personally. The Figmüllers are busy restaurant owners. They produce their own wines to serve with the schnitzel and have been doing so since very early on. And the wine list includes Grüner Veltliner (we had one of this, it was so refreshing, lemon and citrus-drive, smooth and a great finish and accompaniement to the classique schnitzel! also, they have the Welschriesling alongside Blaufränkischer. happy moment with Gerhard, my host Personally I would like to thank my special host, Gerhard, from Figlmuiller Wollzeile, who guided me throughout my entire tasting experience, he was super generous, knowledgeable, humourous and experienced with over 30 years working in this establishment. Figlmüller Wollzeile: Wollzeile 5, 1010 Vienna Open daily 11am – 10:30pm, kitchen daily 11am – 9:30pm FIGLMÜLLER WOLLZEILE & MENU RESERVATIONS +43 1 512 61 77 https://www.figlmueller.at/en/

The 2023 TFWA Asia Pacific Conference was held in the Grand Ballroom, Level 5, at Marina Bay Sands Expo Centre on Monday 8th May 2023, and featured a full and inspiring programme. With networking remaining a top priority for many in the industry, this year’s event – which returns to a full-scale format – offers participants a plethora of opportunities for formal and informal meetings. The Welcome Cocktail begins at 19:30 on Sunday evening and takes place at the spectacular Flower Dome, at the Gardens by the Bay. From 21:00 delegates attending will have the chance to enjoy exclusive night-time access to the Flower Dome’s stunning display of over 32,000 plants - the venue was dramatic, the mood was festive, and everyone was truly elated given the return of a full-scale TFWA event after the pandemic. After a number of years apart, face-to-face networking was clearly a priority. 1,016 guests attended TFWA’s ‘Welcome Cocktail’ event at the Flower Dome, Gardens by the Bay, while over 500 guests enjoyed the TFWA Asia Pacific Lounge each evening. The TFWA Asia Pacific Conference opened with an address from TFWA President Erik Juul-Mortensen, who shared his views on the recovery of travel retail in Asia Pacific as international travel restarts. This was followed by welcome remarks from APTRA President, Sunil Tuli and Executive Vice President of China Duty Free Group, Luke Chang. In the opening plenary session our keynote speaker, Singapore’s former Foreign Minister, George Yeo explored issues including intra-regional trade, the role and influence of China, and the importance of travel and tourism to the region. A panel featuring Luke Chang, Executive Vice President of China Duty Free Group, Freda Cheung, President & CEO Asia Pacific at DUFRY, Sue Kyung Lee, CEO of SK II, Thabet Musleh, Vice President of Qatar Duty Free, and Marvin von Plato, CEO of Heinemann Asia Pacific addressed the complex issues surrounding preparation of growth as travel in Asia Pacific continues its upward trajectory, all participants and trade visitors were anticipating the return of travel demand and travel retail. Insights on air travel in Asia Pacific in 2023 was provided by Stefano Baronci, ACI Asia Pacific Director General, and Mayur Patel, OAG Aviation Head of Asia. The final session of the day examined new emerging destinations, shopping preferences and the influence of social media in purchasing decisions. Delegates heard from Stephen Hillam, Pi Insight Managing Director, Rocky Chi, Emerging Communication’s Head of Planning, Marcus Hudson, Mars International Travel Retail Global Sales Director, and Claudio Ferreira, Japan Tobacco International Global Travel Retail General Manager. Many issues and challenges were shared along with many prospects and opportunities moving forward for the travel retail industry, with scope for China to improve in their outbound travel in the year 2024. The 25th TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition & Conference ended on a high, with the event hosting a total of 3,029 visitors, approximately 90% of 2019, which was itself a record year. The number of representatives from duty free and travel retail operators and landlords stood at 1,291 up by 4% on 2019. There was a full house at Monday’s conference, with 1,572 delegates, a record attendance, hearing from impressive speakers. With 200 exhibitors and a floor space of 8,469m2, the exhibition was also a quantifiable success. 61 of these companies were new exhibitors, including a mix of large international names and well-known regional brands. Innovation continued to be a focus, with TFWA i.lab Asia making its debut in Singapore. The ideas hub had a dedicated area on Level 1 and gave delegates the opportunity to find out more about the new initiatives shaping the future of the industry. Once again proving to be a sought-after feature of TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition & Conference, the TFWA ONE2ONE meeting service facilitated a total of 678 on-site meetings throughout the week. “We are very pleased with the outcome of the 25th TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition & Conference. Feedback from exhibitors has been that the quality of the audience has been exceptional, with a strong representation from Asia, Middle East and indeed the world. As usual, our team worked hard to ensure the delivery of a successful event for all attendees, and we are grateful for the support from all of our partners and sponsors. We are already looking forward to next year's event, and once again we’ll be planning to bring together the best and brightest in our industry. Thank you to everyone who made this event a success. See you in Cannes.” Erik Juul-Mortensen, TFWA President More information on the next TFWA 2024 is available here. https://www.tfwa.com/tfwa-asia-pacific-exhibition-conference/press-releases/2024-tfwa-asia-pacific-exhibition-conference

Nestled in the 3rd District of Vienna, The Belvedere in Vienna is one of the leading museums worldwide. Its famous art collection includes works ranging from the Middle Ages to the present day. Austrian art in an international context is presented in three locations.  Highlights include the world's largest collection of Gustav Klimt paintings as well as prominent works from the periods of Viennese Biedermeier, Austrian Baroque, Vienna around 1900, and French Impressionism. The institution's central tasks focus on exhibiting, researching, collecting, communicating, and preserving. Ongoing advancements and digitalisation in all areas ensures the Belvedere’s significance as an outstanding museum of the future. We spent an afternoon together with Art mediator Barbara Lenz who took me through the paces of Upper Belvedere, where we explored the distinctive pieces over the eras and periods; I had the plain pleasure of admiring all the masterpieces in a stunning baroque setting, a cultural journey through Austria's rich heritage via an exclusive guided tour; Lenz' knowledge is amazing having spent over 20 years with the Belvedere.. she took me to share the amazement of Vienna in the midst of the twentieth century: when it was a grand imperial city, a true magnet for artists and intellectuals, melting pot of many nations. Gustav Klimt, Egon Schiele, and Oskar Kokoschka shaped fin-de-siècle Vienna with their artistic innovations. This tour brought me in sync together with outstanding works of art from this tumultuous time. The unique, overall complex, with its two palaces, the Upper and Lower Belvedere, and their extensive gardens, is one of the most stunning Baroque architectural ensembles in the world. In the 18th century, the Austrian general Prince Eugene of Savoy commissioned the renowned Baroque architect Johann Lukas von Hildebrandt to build a summer residence. After the death of Prince Eugene, Empress Maria Theresa acquired the entire complex and transformed the Upper Belvedere into an exhibition venue for the imperial collections – making it one of the first public museums in the world. The Marble Hall was the venue for important historical events and now offers an unparalleled view of Vienna. The Lower Belvedere, formerly the residence of Prince Eugene, is home to illustrious exhibitions. The modern pavilion of the Belvedere 21, by architect Karl Schwanzer, sets the stage for contemporary art. Sala terrena The Sala Terrena (ground floor hall) is dominated by four mighty atlases supporting the richly stuccoed vaulted ceiling of the room. Initially, the Sala Terrena was designed as a uniform spacious hall, but after structural damage in the winter of 1732/33, the installation of the four supports became necessary. The hall opens onto to the garden side of the Upper Belvedere and leads to the Grand Staircase; thus, the Sala Terrena serves both as the garden hall and vestibule. The Belvedere is a museum of influence, a museum of relevance. A museum of relevance has a presence in people’s minds and hearts. It is a point of reference in a disorienting present. A historical constant, it links the past with the future. It is independent. It sees itself as a learning and teaching organization. A museum of relevance takes a stand on contemporary issues and social policy. It raises its voice for art and its democratizing potential. It takes responsibility for ecological concerns about the planet. Its contribution to the development of society promotes social justice. Its attitude sets an example, its voice is heard. Exhibition - Permanent Collection This presentation of the collection looks beyond a purely stylistic history of art to focus on the interactions between art and society. Influenced by the political and social environment, migration, international networks, and also by economic conditions, artistic production reflects the complexity of its time. Each section of the display highlights selected self-portraits. They act as a leitmotif, offering an insight into the changing image and self-conception of artists through the centuries, ranging from anonymity and dependence to autonomy. The self-portraits accompany the visitor on this chronological tour through the world-famous collection of the Belvedere—through eight hundred years of art history from the Middle Ages to the 1970s. Middle Ages – Renaissance The earliest works in the Belvedere’s collection are paintings and sculptures dating from the late 12th century up to around 1600. These displays chart the transition from Romanesque to Gothic art and finally to the emerging Renaissance. A key development was the shift from anonymous art in the service of religion to self-confidently signed works that gave a new visibility to artists. Baroque Pomp and drama characterize Baroque art, yet in this period we also encounter realistic depictions of landscapes and everyday objects. Important works com- missioned by the aristocracy and the Church paint a diverse picture of the time. Entirely unique are Franz Xaver Messerschmidt’s “Character Heads,” a mysterious series that has inspired multiple interpretations and continues to fascinate viewers to this day. I found this astonishingly delightful and expressive, fascinating and wonderful! Calm.. Toward the end of the 19th century, Vienna was growing into a metropolis. Numerous artists were engaged in creating decorative schemes for the grand buildings of the Ringstrasse. This flourishing of the arts paved the way to the foundation of the Vienna Secession. Gustav Klimt was already Vienna’s most acclaimed painter; the Belvedere acquired The Kiss during the artist’s lifetime. This period also saw growing recognition and renown for women artists. Belvedere Palace Museum Address: Prinz-Eugen-Straße 27, 1030 Wien, Austria Phone: +43 1 795570 More information here.. https://www.belvedere.at/en/visit

One of the top restaurants in Vienna, resides at the Hotel Sacher Wien, at Restaurant Rote bar, where the iconic and famous Sacher cake is one of top culinary attractions and delight for the city. We decided to indulge ourselves in classic elegance for lunch at Restaurant Rote Bar, Hotel Sacher Wien, where we could experience exquisite fine dining and savour the iconic Sacher cake, a sweet symphony of Vienna. The Rote Bar features a bevy of dynamic and exquisite traditional Austrian recipes and excellent Viennese classics that are refined with the best produce from regional suppliers. The grand, damask dining room lined with large oil paintings and crystal chandeliers was truly inviting; The decor was opulent with strong dashes of red lampshades espoused with vivid Austrian carpets and classique furniture. The windows of the conservatory are folded away in summer to allow for a large, open terrace. Nightly live piano music completes the ambience from 7:00 pm onwards. The restaurant Rote Bar offers the perfect ambience for lovers of traditional Viennese cuisine to experience it at the highest level. Awarded two Gault Millau toques, we started lunch with a Marinertes Beef-Tatar vom Almochsen mit Kürbis und Kernölcreme (Marinated beef tartar from alpine ox with pumpkin and pumpkin seed oil), it was nicely marinated and diced with the right layers of flavor, the bite was firm yet soft, so there was sufficient texture and not too nimble, and certainly one of the best tartars I have had for a long time.. We then had an Original Sacher-Bouillabaisse mit Zander, Jacobsmuschel, Flusskrebsen und Miesmuscheln (Original Sacher bouillabaisse with pikeperch, scallop, crayfish and mussels) which is one of the best bouillabaisses I have had, to rival those from France, and typical French restaurants around the world, but the taste was refinedly sharp, distinctive, not too fishy' with the right dimension of umami' the scallop, perch, crayfish and mussel was well melangé into the soup base (which was well cooked), my rating for this dish at a distinctive 9.5/10 The next dish was the "Geschmorte Rindsroulade mit hausgemachten Linguine und Gurkerlsenf" which is basically a lovely Braised beef roulade that is tossed with homemade linguine and pickled cucumber mustard, and this was served to me face-front with the sauce being introduced right in front of my table, a delight! I decided to have a treat so I called for the ;Der imperial Stör Kaviar zeichnet sich vor allem durch größere Kaviarkörnung und volimundiges - Nussaroma aus. Er ist geschmacklich relativ intensiv, which is a lovely presentation of Imperial sturgeon caviar that is is characterized mainly by larger caviar grain and full-bodied nutty flavor. It was extremely tasty and fresh, packed with umami delights, and relatively intense in taste. We had the 30g version, simply immaculate and heavenly! For dessert, we naturally chose the iconic Sacher Cake.. it's termed as the "Original Sacher-Torte mit Schlagobers" otherwise known as the Original Sacher-Torte with whipped cream - super super amazing - our Rosette Media rating distinguishes this iconic pice at 9/10 rating! A thick layer of chocolate embellished with layers of cocoa and chocolate and fresh whipped cream - delightful! Hordes of tourists and visitors come to Vienna, to taste the iconic Sacher cake and they actually line up for hours to get in, to try it at the Cafe section, but I had mine at the Rote Bar instead, so the hint is to have a super lunch here, followed by Vienne cafe and Sacher cake at the restaurant itself! Brilliant thoughts for a brilliant Vienna Day! Compliments and thanks to the Manager Ivo and Michael for attending to my every need and requirement and making my culinary experience such a brilliance! Opening Hours Monday – Sunday: 12:00 pm to 24:00 pm Their restaurant is air-conditioned in the hot summer months and convince with stylish ambience.The dress code in our restaurant Rote Bar is smart casual. Location Restaurant Rote Bar Hotel Sacher Wien Address: Philharmoniker Str. 4, 1010 Wien, Austria Menu: sacher.com Reservations: aleno.me

AN AUTHENTIC EXPERIENCE OF IMPERIAL HERITAGE At the end of the seventeenth century Emperor Leopold I commissioned the Baroque architect Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach, who had received his training in Rome, to design an imperial hunting lodge for his son, Crown Prince Joseph, later to become Emperor Joseph I. Replacing the château de plaisance built on this site for the dowager empress Eleonora of Gonzaga in 1642, it was to grow into a palatial imperial residence over the course of the eighteenth century. We picked up the pace and went to explore the Schönbrunn Palace (known in Austrian as Schloss Schönbrunn - love this name!) one winter day in January 2024, its marvellous gardens and to relive the splendor of imperial Habsburg royalty. Mr Michael Zisser, with over 20 years of curator experience, brought me on a detailed guided tour of the state rooms of Schönbrunn Palace, to secret passages and private rooms (not frequented by tourists), to discover the private apartments of the imperial couple Franz Joseph & Sisi, and the sumptuous rooms from the time of Maria Theresa (all these can only be assessed on the private guided tour). Among the many highlights are the stunning Chinese Cabinets and the priceless Millions Room. A fine day in the resplendent atmosphere of historic, Imperial Austria. Schloss Schönbrunn is a must-see for every visitor to Vienna. Schönbrunn is a fascinating, easily accessible attraction with a genuine Imperial Palace, Children’s Museum, park, cafés and the oldest zoo in the world. Visitors encounter the Imperial heritage of the Habsburgs as a living experience, learn about European history, and acquire historical knowledge in an entertaining way. Schönbrunn Palace is an UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site. It is one of Austria’s most important cultural assets and since the 1960s has been one of the leading sightseeing destinations in Vienna. In December 1996 at the 20th session of the World Heritage Committee Schönbrunn Palace and Gardens was adopted into the list founded in 1972 of UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Sites. The entry into this world-renowned list underlines the significance of the palace and the entire garden complex as a Baroque synthesis of the arts. Schönbrunn Palace is a unique Baroque synthesis of the arts – consisting of the former residential palace and the surrounding gardens. From 1569 until the end of the Monarchy in 1918, the complex was owned by the ruling House of Habsburg. Under the reign of Maria Theresa from 1745 on, the palace ensemble experienced its most brilliant epoch as summer residence and became the hub of courtly and political life. The Baroque interiors from the era of Maria Theresa and including the mid-nineteenth-century adaptations in Neo-rococo style have for the most part been preserved to the present day. With the end of the Monarchy, the Imperial State assets and thus also the palatial complex of Schönbrunn were transferred to the ownership of the Republic of Austria. Although already partly open to the public during the time of the Monarchy, it was the twentieth century that saw the touristic usage of the palace state rooms being intensively promoted. In 1996 palace and park were listed as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site. Today, Schönbrunn Palace is one of the top sightseeing destinations in Vienna and Austria. Today, visitors to Schönbrunn Palace can get an impression of the royal and imperial way of life in authentically furnished residential and state rooms. Of around eighty palace rooms in toto furnished as historical interiors, forty-five rooms on the bel étage are open to public viewing. The tour starts in the residential rooms dating from the nineteenth century of Franz Joseph I and his spouse Elisabeth in the west wing of the palace. It leads on to the state rooms in the central part and the apartments in the east wing, occupied by Maria Theresa and her spouse Emperor Franz I. In the nineteenth century part of the east wing was used as the residence of Franz Joseph I’s parents – Archduchess Sophie and Archduke Franz Karl; these were used since 1880 as state rooms and, when needed, as guest rooms. The various interior designs symbolise the lifestyles, atmosphere and political leanings of the individual Habsburg rulers. The palace park – most of it in its original state – can also be explored, with its imposing garden buildings and fountains from Maria Theresa’s dowager period (1770s). The most impressive features are the Neptune Fountain, the Obelisk Fountain, the Roman Ruins, the eponymous “Schöne Brunnen” – the “beautiful fountain” – and the Gloriette on the Schönbrunn Hill. In addition there are special attractions inviting visitors to linger, mainly based on historical models, including the Privy Garden, the Maze and Labyrinth, and the Labyrinthikon Playground. Visitors to the Orangery Garden can stroll through the history of European horticulture, past Seville oranges, olive trees and myrtle. The Schönbrunn Orangery, 189 metres long and 10 metres wide, is thus one of the largest orangery buildings in Europe next to Versailles. Thanks to the still functioning original hypocaust heating system (via channels in the floor) dating from the mid-eighteenth-century, exotic plants that are susceptible to the cold can survive during winter at constant ten degrees Celsius. The park at Schönbrunn Palace was opened to the public around 1779 and since then has provided a popular recreational amenity for the Viennese population as well as being a focus of great cultural and historical interest for international visitors. Extending for 1.2 km from east to west and approximately one kilometre from north to south, it was placed together with the palace on the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites in 1996. The Schönbrunn Group comprises the most visited attractions and programs of Austria’s imperial heritage: Schönbrunn Palace, the Vienna Furniture Museum, the Sisi Museum with the Imperial Apartments and the Silver Collection in the Vienna Hofburg as well as Schloss Hof Estate and Schloss Niederweiden. The Schönbrunn Group is tasked with maintaining and revitalising these cultural properties as well as developing new business areas and new ways of conveying culture. The necessary means for this are entirely derived from self-generated proceeds. The group’s central function and passion is fascinating the audience with the imperial heritage and the world of the Habsburgs, be it directly at the sites of the Schönbrunn Group or via digital contents. The Schönbrunn Group’s sites are leading tourist destinations as well as popular sites for leisure and local recreation. Web Info: https://www.schoenbrunn.at/en/ SCHÖNBRUNN PALACE Schönbrunner Schloßstraße 47 1130 Vienna +43 1 811 13-0 info@schoenbrunn.at

The Weltmuseum Wien is an ethnographic museum and houses some of the most important collections of non-European cultures. To embark on this tour is to uncover the dynamic Austrian empire and to discover the wonders of the Habsburg family, their contributions, their dynamism, their warfare, their diplomacy and how they became one of the most powerful and iconic families and era that stretches multiple centuries.. House of Habsburg Tour Embark on a regal journey with the House of Habsburg Tour at Vienna’s newest museum. Explore the opulent history of this iconic dynasty in Vienna's royal legacy. The House of Habsburg tour provides a fascinating insight into the rise and fall of one of the most powerful European dynasties of the last millennium. At the Neue Hofburg, the site of the last residence and seat of power, we present the history of an empire, from the founders of the house of Habsburg to the imperial and royal household of Emperor Franz Joseph and Empress Elisabeth. Covering the six centuries of their rule, it includes historical personalities and important locations associated with the dynasty and also explores economic, social, political and cultural aspects. The tour takes you on a journey through the entire history of the Habsburgs from the late Middle Ages to the modern day, past armor that would have been worth the same as a sports car today, a fortepiano that Mozart once played on and the only wax bust that faithfully depicts Joseph Haydn. The tour traverses the corridors and halls through which the ghost of Sisi hovers, as the empress, who was murdered in 1898, never moved into her former apartments. The story of the Habsburg monarchy is one of triumph and tragedy. During the heyday of this dynasty, Vienna was a centre of power and music. This is vividly reflected in the Neue Hofburg, the most recent tract to be added to the Vienna Hofburg, on account not only of the history of the building itself but also of the two collections it houses, namely the Imperial Armoury and the Collection of Historic Musical Instruments. Programme for the whole family Highlight tours and family tours are offered throughout the day in the Weltmuseum Wien, Imperial Armoury and the Collection of Historic Musical Instruments. Tour tickets are issued at the ticket desk half an hour before the start of the tour. Imperial Armoury The Viennese collection numbers among the best of its kind in the world. Furthermore, it is the best-documented collection of court arms and armour in the western world, since the exhibits were generally created or acquired in connection with important political occasions: on the occasion of military campaigns, Imperial Diets, ceremonies of homage, coronations, engagements, marriages and baptisms. No family of rulers was connected by marriage with so many European countries as were the Habsburgs. For this reason, nearly all western European princes from the 15th to the early 20th centuries are represented with armour and ornamental weapons. The suits of armour are custom creations made by the most famous armourers: the Armour for a Horseman by Tommaso Missaglia, the Cuirassier Armour by Lorenz Helmschmid for Emperor Maximilian I, the Boy's Folded Skirt Armour by Konrad Seusenhofer for the future Emperor Charles V, as well as the Half-Armour alla Romana by Filippo Negroli and many others. The often magnificent etchings were quite frequently based on designs by such famous artists as Dürer and Holbein. History of the collection Via inheritance, the Habsburgs were the recipients of objects from the most diverse lands: from the old crown lands and associated territories, from Bohemia and Hungary, Galicia and various Balkan areas, as well as from the territory of the present-day BENELUX countries, in other words the Old Netherlands, from provinces of present-day France such as Burgundy, Alsace, Lorraine, and last but not least from Spain and large parts of Italy. Diplomatic relationships and martial conflicts expanded the collection by objects from the Near Orient, ranging from those of the Turkish enemy to those of the Persians and Egyptians, who were occasionally allied with the Habsburgs. In the process, imperial status and standards guaranteed objects of the highest quality. Everything that surrounded the ruler and his vassals, from the palace in which he lived to the furnishings of the same, was of the greatest possible refinement. In keeping with this idea, what he wore on his own body had to be particularly precious: from his suit of armour, a magnificent costume, to his sword, dagger and mace. The same applied to the equipment for his horse. Thus, each single one of these objects is a work of art. When nearly all the various chambers of arms and armour from the Austrian branch of the House of Habsburg were brought together in Vienna during the nineteenth century, there arose a collection which, today, is among the best of its kind worldwide. In its present-day ordering, it is in principle three large collections to which today’s collection owes its special character. The foundation was laid by the Imperial Leibrüstkammer (Chamber of Personal Armour), documented since 1436, in which the equipment, mainly suits of armour and ornamental weapons of the ruling house and its retinue, was kept. During the early baroque period, the suit of armour completely lost its significance as a symbol of class, as well, for in the “modern” state it was no longer necessary to symbolize knightly virtues or physical strength and performance via armour. It followed that the objects of the Imperial Leibrüstkammer became museum pieces and were eventually brought together with utilitarian military weapons in a baroque hall of honour designed to commemorate Austrian Habsburg history. From the baroque era onward, artistic creativity was reserved for the decorative and/or technical design of hunting and sport weaponry, as well as for fashionable accessories such as court daggers. These objects are part of the second large part of the collection, the Hofgewehr- oder Hofjagdkammer (Court Weapon or Court Hunting Chamber), which was established under Emperor Ferdinand II (1578/1619–1637); it includes the best-quality works from every era up to the end of the monarchy in 1918. The third—and, in terms of cultural history, perhaps most important—group of works we have thanks to the unique Heldenrüstkammer (Armoury of Heroes) created by Archduke Ferdinand of Tirol (1529–1595), who began building this collection in 1577 at Ambras Castle near Innsbruck. This collection is the work of a highly educated, artistically minded and extremely liberal prince who possessed great wealth and made use of his various types of relationships with all the great European courts to use in order to realize his “Atrium Heroicum,” the “Ehrliche Gesellschaft.” (Honest Society, whereby the word “honest” (ehrlich) was understood at the time to mean “honourable.”) According to a concept that was surprisingly modern even by today's standards, he collected the armour and weaponry that had been owned by all the famous personalities—from princes to military commanders—of both of his own era and previous centuries. His collection encompasses 125 viri illustri, which inventory he commissioned. This first-ever printed and illustrated museum catalogue was published only after his death, in Latin (1601) and in German (1603). Each “hero” is portrayed here in a full figure copperplate engraving, clad in his armour, and described by a biography. As early as the 17th century, this collection was open to the public for an admission fee. During the Napoleonic occupations, the Ambras Collection went to Vienna in 1806 as private property of the emperor and was united with the collection holdings described above. In 1889, the Weapons Collection was opened as the first collection of the K. K. Kunsthistorisches Hofmusem. After the end of the monarchy at the conclusion of the First World War in 1918, the Kunsthistorische Sammlungen des Allerhöchsten Kaiserhauses (Art-Historical Collections of the All-Highest Imperial House) passed into the ownership of the Republic of Austria. Collection of Historic Musical Instruments The Collection of Historic Musical Instruments is home to the most important collection of renaissance and baroque instruments worldwide. Furthermore, the museum keeps, maintains and presents numerous instruments that were played by famous musicians and composers. The collection includes a particularly comprehensive range of clavichords and Viennese fortepianos. The world of sound in which the composers of Viennese Classicism lived can be heard and understood here in a nearly complete fashion. The holdings of the collection have their origins in Habsburg holdings; they have since been continually expanded via purchases, gifts and loans. The Matinees of the Collection of Historic Musical Instruments give visitors the opportunity to both see and hear the instruments, insofar as their condition allows them to be played. Website https://www.weltmuseumwien.at/en/ Opening Hours Daily (except Monday): 10 am to 6 pm Tuesday: 10 am to 9 pm Adults: € 16 Children (under 19): free House of Habsburg Tour - Neue Hofburg Wien Neue Hofburg, Heldenplatz 1010 Vienna https://www.houseofhabsburg.at/ +43 1 525 24 2500 houseofhabsburg@khm.at Weltmuseum Wien Neue Hofburg, Heldenplatz1010 Vienna, Austria +43 1 534 30-5052 info@weltmuseumwien.at

Sentosa Golf Club | Singapore | February 29 – March 3, 20 The Tanjong Course KO AIMING FOR EXCLUSIVE THREE-PEAT AT HSBC WOMEN’S WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP Defending champion Jin Young Ko returns to familiar winning ground at the Sentosa Golf Club where she is seeking to become the first player to win a hat-trick of titles at the HSBC Women’s World Championship which tees off on Thursday. The Tanjong course, where the US$1.8 million LPGA tournament is played, is the only course Ko has won twice globally and she aims to renew her love affair with its host venue again. “I love seeing all the fans here in Singapore. There are also many Korean fans here and it’s nice to see them so excited and having the opportunity to watch us play here. The HSBC Women’s World Championship is a very special event to me and I can’t believe how fast time flies as it was only a year ago when I won again here,” said Ko. The world no. 6 South Korean won the tournament by two shots in 2022 and 2023 and is pleasedshe is feeling healthy again after having to struggle with persistent wrist injuries in the past. “I had a lot of injuries the last three years. But I feel it's getting better in the last two years. I’m just very happy that I’m injury-free now and able to play golf. “There are a lot of good players in the field and everyone is looking to win this tournament, including myself. I cannot control how they play but the only thing I can do is to try my best and see what happens from there. “I played the back-nine today, and there has been a little bit of changes in the pin positions from last year. The bunkers also seem a little bigger. It's not easy to play this golf course but if I can hit a lot of fairways, and greens and make many birdies like last year, I’ll be okay,” said Ko. Meanwhile, in-form Patty Tavatanakit, a self-confessed perfectionist, is hoping to overcome her fatigue as she chases her own treble of victories after winning two titles in a row in the last fortnight at Saudi Arabia and Thailand. “I'm tired. There has been a lot of travelling and golf. But on top of that, I'm really excited to be back in Singapore to tee it up in front of the Singapore fans this weekend at HSBC. “I’m a perfectionist and I don't like mistakes. I don't like flaws and little blemishes. I feel like everything is coming together and I have been performing really well. I've been working very hard on just making everything a little bit sharper off the tee, approach, around the greens,” said the 24- year-old Thai.Minjee Lee, who finished runner-up twice in the 2019 and 2022 editions of the Singapore showpiece, believes her strong work ethic and desire to win will eventually help her break her drought in Singapore. “I would like to contend and get the trophy on Sunday. It is one of the best events. I'm not going to put too much pressure on myself or put too many expectations. I just want to go out there and have fun.,” said Lee. “I always work hard. You can't get to a high level without working hard. So, my work ethic has been very good for how many years I've been playing- either on tour or off-season. I go to the gym pretty consistently as you want to be healthy so you can also perform well on the golf course,” added the 27-year-old Australian, who has won 10 LPGA Tour events, including major victories at the 2021 Amundi Evian Championship and the 2022 U.S Women’s Open. Debutant Ruoning Yin is hoping to shake off the rust from her off-season and return to her winning ways as she comes full circle by competing at the highest level as a graduate of the HSBC Junior Golf Program. “I grew up as a HSBC Junior golfer and it means a lot (to be competing at the HSBC Women’s World Championship). It just kind of feels like you've upgraded. My game is still a little bit rusty from the off-season but I’m working on putting things together and getting better every day,” said Yin. After turning professional in 2020, the 21-year-old set a record by winning three consecutive tournaments on the China LPGA Tour before earning her LPGA card at the 2021 Q-Series. Yin then won her first major title at the Women’s PGA Championship in June last year, two months after her breakthrough at the LA Open. The 21-year-old Chinese reached the pinnacle of the world ranking in September 2023 where she stayed there for two weeks. Attributing her success to the HSBC Junior Golf Program, Yin said: “The HSBC Junior Programme has definitely helped me through the years. All the good players in China, like junior golfers in China, they are all playing HSBC Junior Programme. The program has given me more experience to play in front of a group and elevate my game. All these are very helpful especially with me playing at the HSBC Women's Championship for the first time.” The 2024 HSBC Women’s World Championship will feature 15 out of the world’s top 20 and all the reigning major champions set to compete at Sentosa Golf Club. All the reigning major champions are also set to compete alongside 19 major champions, 43 LPGA winners with a combined total of175 titles, seven former world No.1’s and 18 Solheim Cup players with 46 appearances between them. The major champions in the field have a total of 28 titles between them and include all of last year’s major winners: Lilia Vu (The Chevron Championship and the AIG Women’s Open), Allisen Corpuz (U.S. Women’s Open), Ruoning Yin (KPMG Women’s PGA Championship), and Celine Boutier (The Amundi Evian Championship). The HSBC Women’s World Championship boasts an international field with representation from 20 countries across the world. Widely recognised as Asia’s Major, seven out of the top 10 ranked players on the field hail from Asian descent. This includes the world’s top three as well as the fifth and sixth-ranked players and joining them are South Korean-born world No. 7 Hyo Joo Kim, the champion of the 2021 edition, and world No.9 Lydia Ko, who recently clinched her 20th LPGA title at the first event of the season. For more information on the HSBC Women’s World Championship and to buy tickets please visit the tournament website www.hsbcgolf.com/womens/tickets. Tournament in Numbers: 8 out of the world’s top 10 20 major winners including all of last year’s major champions 22 nationalities represented 6 former world No.1’s Of the 14 previous editions, 12 were won by major champions 16th edition HSBC Holdings plc HSBC Holdings plc, the parent company of HSBC, is headquartered in London. HSBC serves customers worldwide from offices in 62 countries and territories. With assets of US$3,039bn at 31 December 2023, HSBC is one of the world’s largest banking and financial services organisations. Imagery Credit: HSBC Women’s World Championship (Getty Images)

Mayer am Pfarrplatz in Vienna offers a delightful wine experience. Known for exquisite wines and an authentic Heuriger ambiance, it's a local gem in Grinzing, inviting visitors to savor quality wines and traditional Viennese dishes in a charming setting. Many locals inform me on the immense popularity of the Heuriger, a view I could foresee at the top of the North Tower of St Stephen's Cathedral in city, where Austrians partake of the cool crisp air during summer to dine, to wine, and to converse amongst friends and families in this wineyard area near the hills.. The tradition-steeped “Mayer am Pfarrplatz” winery, the epitome of Viennese Heuriger culture, has been producing the best Viennese wines since 1683 in Heiligenstadt In 1817, Ludwig van Beethoven lived in the romantic listed suburban home on Pfarrplatz. During his time in Heiligenstadt he worked on his greatest creation: Symphony No. 9. His former home, the first floor of which is accessed from the terrace via a small staircase, still commemorates him to this day. Viennese Heuriger culture brings joie de vivre and enjoyment to the table. An extensive hot and cold buffet with homemade seasonal specialities offers typical Viennese delicacies and is a welcoming place to relax and wile away some time whilst sipping an excellent glass of wine. "Heuriger" culture encompasses social practices surrounding the Viennese "Heuriger" taverns, which are predominantly family-run businesses that are handed down from generation to generation. The Viennese "Heuriger" at the edge of town stands for congeniality ("Gemütlichkeit") and Viennese music. On the simple tables at a "Heuriger", one typically sees wineglasses and slices of bread with various spreads. While all "Heurige" share certain characteristics such as the free choice of opening times and permission to serve only their own wine, every "Heuriger" also has its own individual features—such as the available selection of foods. Viennese Heuriger culture goes back to the mediaeval tradition of LeutgebenHeuriger culture dates back to the mediaeval tradition of Leutgeben; the term Heuriger culture goes back to the mediaeval tradition of Leutgeben.Leutgeber denoted all those who enjoyed the right to serve wine from their own vineyards to visitors. Today, the word huerig [used both as an adjective and as an adjectival noun and declined as Heuriger, Heurige, and Heurigen, depending on grammatical case and number] denotes both the wine from the most recent harvest as well as the establishment that serves it. Viennese Heurige are embedded in the landscape of Viennese wine. For many Viennese winemaking operations, the Heuriger is the most important sales outlet and ensures the continued existence of their vineyards and thus the local cultural landscape’s preservation. Informal accessibility and affordable offerings ensure these unusual taverns’ attractiveness to members of all generations. A sure sign of a Heuriger being open is a wreath or a bunch of greenery hung above the entrance. Depending on the availability of resources, Viennese Heurige set their own opening times over the course of the year; guests can learn of these from the so-called Aussteckkalender. Right up to closing time at midnight, wines including typical types such as the gemischter Satz as well as wine drinks such as the Staubiger or the Gespritzter are served from typical glass pitchers with handles. As late as the 1970s, it was still customary to bring one’s own food along to a Heuriger. But these days, onsite buffets are the norm; the offerings vary from Heuriger to Heuriger, but slices of roasted meat, spreads, and salads can be had everywhere. Characteristic are also the candy sellers who go from Heuriger to Heuriger, offering chocolate-covered fruits from vendor’s trays. The typical wooden tables with chairs or Heuriger benches are places where contacts are made, friendships are formed, news is exchanged, and Viennese songs are sung. Viennese Heurige are for the most part family-run establishments where the ways in which things are done both in winemaking and in the kitchen are passed on from generation to generation. The association Der Wiener Heurige, founded in 2003, currently has a membership of 43 Heuriger taverns that are located in the Heuriger areas defined by Viennese provincial law. This association aims to preserve and promote Viennese Heuriger culture. Membership is open to all Viennese Heurige (of which around 100 exist). The association coordinates events, issues press releases, and does public relations and awareness-raising work. For Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827), his stays in Heiligenstadt, which was at that time still a rural suburb of Vienna, were characterised by profound feelings. He suffered from hearing difficulties and hoped to find a cure by visiting the sanatorium in Heiligenstadt, which is located immediately adjacent to Mayer am Pfarrplatz. As early as 1802, Beethoven had documented, in his own distressed words, his despair over his hearing difficulties in the “Heiligenstädter Testament”. As we chanced upon this traditional restaurant one fine evening, after catching the local subway and tram over, I saw a traditional church at service, Katholische Kirche St. Jakob, and it was nice and homely and truly representative of an Austrian suburban Catholic Church service. I then walked around the environs of the Heuriger area to take in the ambience of this traditional tavern and restaurant atmosphere, to appreciate the sight, sounds and smell of this amazing place, a very special destination amongst the Austrians! Wine Flight Sampling For the wine tasting flight, we had an entire array of Mayer's 6 wines to sample from... this comprise of... SEKT BRUT - MAYER AM PFARRPLATZ Delicate perlage, an elegant aroma of grapefruit and meadow herbs, a creamy texture and a flattering dosage perfectly round off this Sekt made from Grüner, Veltliner and Welschriesling. This was fresh and enlighting! WIENER KLASSIK 2022 - MAYER AM PFARRPLATZ Fragrant and fruity notes. Medium body, drinkable and lively style. Well integrated acidity. GRÜNER VELTLINER 2022 - MAYER AM PFARRPLATZ Green apple and classic pepper aromas mould this wine. Subtie grapefruit and herbal spices on the palate. A classic and very typical Grüner Veitliner. The ideal accompaniment to food; something very special for me, as it's my first exposure to Gruner Veltliner.. RIESLING „NUSSBERG" 2022 - MAYER AM PFARRPLATZ A genuine explosion of aromas reminiscent on the nose of stewed apricots and passion fruit. An enormous fruit structure continues on the palate. The elegant acidity perfectly balances out the powertul body. An archetypal Riesling with a lot of class. GELBER MUSKATELLER 2022 - MAYER AM PFARRPLATZ The ancient variety Gelber Muskateller has its origin in the Mediterranean of the antiquity. With its heavy scent. and aromas of exotic fruit, this wine makes the perfect aperitif. The variety shows its broadest aroma spectrum when cultivated in the cool areas under the balancing influence of the Wienerwald hills. We love this! ZWEIGELT 2022 - MAYER AM PFARRPLATZ A bright ruby red wine with spicy aromas on the nose and bright berry fruit. Delicate bitter chocolate with elegant and mellow tannins on the palate, a spicy finish Food Sampling For the soup, we had the Old - Viennese soup pot with beef from pastured oxen, vegetables and soup noodles - this was tasty, simple but I like it. For the main course, we had the Mayers Fried Chicken which was from the Styrian organic free-range chicken, that is served in a basket The special thing about fried chicken is that it is baked out slowly - so it took about 20 minutes to prepare the dish, absolutely delicious, crispy and went so well with my 6 wines in my tasting flight. For dessert, we had the legendary cream slice which is based on an old house recipe with fruity berry pulp, very tasty and satisfying. With the accordion played by the in-house musician who was entertaining all the Austrian locals, corporate guests and families in this traditional tavern, I almost felt it was like Christmas minus the carols and hymns - such a homely and warm feeling! The Winery Weingut Mayer am Pfarrplatz, the epitome of Viennese Heurigen culture, has a century-old tradition crafting the finest Viennese wines in Heiligenstadt since 1683. The vineyards are situated entirely within the city boundaries of Vienna, in the 17th and 19th districts. Countless awards and prizes at national and international wine competitions emphasize the high quality of the wines from the House of Mayer am Pfarrplatz. Old vineyards planted generations ago. Flysch and marl soils with plenty of shell limestone formed 3 million years ago and more than 100 different tiny sites with considerably varying soil formations. Warm winds streaming in from the Pannonian plains versus the cooling influence of the Vienna Woods and the Danube River. All these unique factors produce great wines. Compliments Thanks to Tanja and Annabel for recommending the food and wine and looking after me at this beautiful tavern, and sharing the concept with me. Heuriger Mayer am Pfarrplatz Location: Pfarrplatz 2, 1990 Vienna Contact: +43 1 3701287 Website: https://www.pfarrplatz.at/en/