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From Scenic escapes to Seasonal plates View this email in your browser   From Scenic escapes to Seasonal plates www.oliveandlatteabs.com globeshop (Affordable Luxe): www.dashinglyverygoodlivingVGD.com or https://engagevu.com https://dashinglyverygoodlivingvgd.myshopify.com Packages https://www.dashinglyverygoodliving.com Gifts https://oliveandlatte.com http://oliveandlatte.myshopify.com freelancer gig https://www.fiverr.com/trinawu youtube https://www.youtube.com/vusharon spotify playlist  link to click   websites  http://oliveandlattehomelounge.com http://engageformoments.com websites https://oliveandlattefamily.wordpress.com/ https://sites.google.com/oliveandlatte.com/oliveandlatte websites https://epercollab.com https://oliveandlatte.odoo.com https://epercollab2.odoo.com https://engagevu1.odoo.com   JW Marriott Khao Lak Invites Travellers to Rediscover Thailand's Best Kept Secret with New Return to Paradise Full-Board Experience JW Marriott Khao Lak Resort & Spa introduces Return to Paradise, a new full-board escape designed for families and couples seeking a slower, more meaningful style of travel along Thailand’s tranquil Andaman coast. Located just one hour north of Phuket, Khao Lak is positioned as a peaceful alternative to crowded resort destinations, offering golden beaches, lagoons, rainforest and a strong connection to nature. The offer is built around effortless, friction-free holiday living. Guests enjoy daily buffet breakfast for two adults and two children under four, full-board dining with relaxed lunches and three-course dinners, a one-time 45-minute Quan Spa treatment per adult, and two hours of complimentary sunset drinks each day at the Infinity Pool and Aquamarine Pool Bar. Children under four stay and dine free, and a minimum three-night stay encourages a deeper sense of escape and relaxation. Beyond the package, the resort’s experiences reflect its philosophy of togetherness, wellness, and environmental awareness. At the centre of the property is the 27-acre JW Garden, a working organic farm where daily guided tours reveal how herbs and produce shape the resort’s farm-to-table cuisine. Family connection is further emphasised through complimentary beginner surf sessions in the resort pool for guests aged 12 and above, focusing on shared joy rather than performance. The Family by JW Club is designed as a whimsical seaside village using natural materials, featuring garden-inspired discovery corners and hands-on activities such as Thai cooking and nature exploration. Overall, JW Marriott Khao Lak frames itself as a nature-immersed destination that blends mindful luxury with accessibility. Return to Paradise invites travellers to reconnect with each other and the natural world, valuing presence, shared experiences, and intentional living over rushed itineraries. For more information or to book the Return to Paradise offer, visit JW Marriott Khao Lak.   Elite Havens Unveils Last-Minute Luxury Chalet Offers in Niseko Amid Record Snowfall | Save up to 15% on selected stays through 31 March 2026. Elite Havens is promoting Niseko, Japan’s premier powder-ski destination, with exclusive last-minute savings of up to 15% on selected luxury private chalets for stays booked until 31 March 2026. With record snowfall turning the region into a pristine winter landscape, the offer positions Niseko as both a world-class ski playground and a tranquil alpine retreat. Guests are invited to wake each morning to fresh mountain air and untouched snow, with slopes often just minutes from their accommodation. After a day of skiing or snowboarding, travellers can return to spacious, design-led chalets featuring crackling fireplaces, private onsens, gourmet kitchens, and floor-to-ceiling windows that frame quiet alpine scenery. Evenings can be spent exploring Hokkaido’s celebrated dining scene – from local izakayas to fine dining – or simply relaxing in the warmth and privacy of the chalet while snow falls outside. Elite Havens’ Niseko portfolio is presented as ideal for families, groups of friends, or couples seeking space, comfort, and seclusion without sacrificing service or style. Three featured properties illustrate the range of options: Aoyama Lodge – a modern four-bedroom chalet near Hirafu Village with views of Mount Yotei, accommodating up to ten guests. It combines contemporary Japanese design with practical ski features such as a ski dry room, ensuite bedrooms, and a tatami room. Casa La Mount – a stone-and-wood four-bedroom chalet in Annupuri Village, located 850 metres from the lifts, blending Whistler-style alpine aesthetics with modern luxury and panoramic valley views. Birchwood Chalet – a three-bedroom woodland retreat near Niseko Village Ski Resort, offering light-filled interiors, peaceful garden surrounds, and a refined mountain atmosphere. Overall, the campaign frames Niseko as an unforgettable winter escape where legendary powder snow meets the comfort and privacy of high-end chalet living. For more information or to book, visit www.elitehavens.com.   SeaLink announces 2026 North Queensland Adventure Tours season, now open for bookings SeaLink North Queensland has opened bookings for its 2026 North Queensland Adventure season, giving travellers the opportunity to secure dates in advance for some of the region’s most iconic marine and island experiences. The programme spans reef, island, and open-ocean adventures, highlighting the Great Barrier Reef, Magnetic Island waters, and surrounding World Heritage environments. According to General Manager Darren Spearman, the 2026 season is designed for travellers who want both adventure and convenience, combining expert guides, modern vessels, and carefully curated experiences that showcase North Queensland’s natural beauty without the crowds. Three signature experiences form the core of the season: Orpheus Island Yanks Jetty Day Tours begin on 14 March 2026 and run on selected Saturdays through late September. Departing from Townsville, the tours offer a relaxed island day with swimming, snorkelling, beach walks, and a scenic hike through native forest to a panoramic lookout within the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area. Great Barrier Reef Snorkelling Day Tours operate between May and October from Townsville and Magnetic Island. Guests visit John Brewer Reef and the Museum of Underwater Art (MOUA), combining coral exploration, marine life encounters, cultural interpretation, and art installations. Tours run in air-conditioned catamarans with full catering, with exact dates released progressively based on conditions and demand. Whale Watching Tours launch on 25 July 2026 and run through late August during peak humpback migration. Departing from Townsville on selected Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, the trips provide close-up viewing from spacious decks with expert commentary aboard modern vessels. With limited departures across all experiences, SeaLink encourages early bookings to secure preferred dates. Beyond tours, SeaLink also operates fast ferry services linking Townsville, Magnetic Island, and the Reef, positioning itself as a key gateway to North Queensland’s marine biodiversity and laid-back coastal lifestyle. For more information, visit www.sealink.com.au/magnetic-island/nqa-tours/    Jack’s Place Marks 60 Years of Sizzling Steaks with Year-Long Diamond Jubilee Celebrations Jack’s Place, Singapore’s pioneer steakhouse, officially commemorates its 60th anniversary this year. Since opening its doors in 1966, the restaurant has become one of Singapore’s most well-loved steakhouses for generations of families and friends. To celebrate this landmark "Diamond Year," Jack’s Place is launching a series of high-profile culinary collaborations, nostalgic events, and a roving $6 lunch campaign designed to thank the community that has supported the brand for six decades. Bi-Monthly Guest Series: Chef Heman - Guest Chef for March & April 2026 Elevating the dining experience for the anniversary year is a new Bi-Monthly Promotion series. For March and April, Jack’s Place is proud to feature Guest Chef Heman, aka Iron Man Chef. Known for his culinary artistry, Chef Heman joins as a special guest for the 60th anniversary celebrations, commemorating this important milestone. For this promotion menu, Jack’s Place celebrates their classic heritage with a Surf & Turf Classics menu for diners to enjoy a memorable meal experience.   From classic N.Z. Tenderloin Steak with Seafood à la King (with signature baked potato & seasonal vegetables), Lobster Thermidor (baked in-shell with creamy mushroom & cheese, served with buttered rice & mesclun salad), Seafood Au Gratin with Mac & Cheese (with mesclun salad) to Slipper Lobster Thermidor with Striploin or Chicken Steak (both served with signature baked potato & mesclun salad).   JP60 Roving $6 Lunch Deal: A Moveable Feast One of the highlights of the anniversary launch is the JP60 $6 Lunch Deal campaign. Throughout the two-month launch period, Jack’s Place will offer its Signature Set Lunch (from Daily Specials category), for only $6.00++ at one participating outlet on the announcement. Campaign Mechanics: To keep the celebration dynamic, each outlet will be featured once during the campaign on either a Tuesday or Thursday. The featured locations will be revealed one week in advance on Jack’s Place social media platforms, encouraging fans to look out for digital updates to catch the deal.   1st Week Launch Schedule (11am – 5pm): Tuesday, 10 March 2026: Featured at the Anchorpoint outlet. Thursday, 12 March 2026: Featured at the NEX outlet. The $6 Menu Features: Tuesdays: Roasted Half Spring Chicken with Sambal Sauce (U.P. $15.80) or NZ Striploin with Cranberry Balsamic Sauce (U.P.$18.80) Thursdays: Grilled Double Cheese Chicken Chop (U.P. $15.80) or NZ Striploin Steak with Rosemary Peppercorn Sauce (U.P.$18.80). In addition, Jack’s Place is offering a 20% off promo appetisers with every order of a promo main course. COMING UP THIS YEAR The 60th-anniversary calendar is filled with exclusive experiences scheduled for the coming months: BRANDING CAMPAIGN: Building on its legacy, the brand is rolling out a refreshed concept, with more revitalized outlets slated to launch in the coming months. MEMORABILIA NIGHT: A commemorative celebration inviting guests to bring their Jack’s Place memorabilia in honour of the brand’s milestones since 1966. JOIN THE CELEBRATION: Ongoing bi-monthly guests features, and seasonal promotions will be announced throughout 2026. Celebrating a 60-Year Journey What began in 1966 with Mr. Say Lip Hai at a humble pub on Killiney Road has grown into a national legacy. For 60 years, Jack’s Place has been a trusted destination for celebrations, milestones, and everyday dining moments shared across generations. Today, Jack’s Place marks its 60-year milestone, extending heartfelt gratitude to its loyal patrons who have been an integral part of its journey.   Join the Celebration. #JP60 #JacksPlaceSG #JPPepperdine   For the latest updates on the roving lunch deals, Jack’s Place 60th Anniversary Celebrations and upcoming events, visit www.jacksplace.com.sg and its social media platforms. These exclusive offers are available at all Jack’s Place Restaurants islandwide. Also available for diners at Eatzi Gourmet Steakhouse & Bistro, the Halal-certified sibling restaurant of Jack’s Place - located at SAFRA Yishun. Website: www.jacksplace.com.sg Facebook: www.facebook.com/jacks.place.restaurant Instagram: www.instagram.com/jacksplacesg Official hashtag: #jacksplacesg About Jack’s Place Established in 1966, Jack’s Place is the trusted favourite known for its Western food. It all started when Mr. Say Lip Hai arrived in Singapore from Hainan Island and started as a cook boy with the British troops in Sembawang. There he learned how to prepare the perfect roast beef and Yorkshire pudding.   Having tasted one of Mr Say’s now famous meals, a British housewife suggested he start a catering business with her husband, Jack Hunt, in his pub at Killiney Road, Jack’s Place, which he started in 1966. Mr Say agreed and commenced that partnership in 1968. Shortly afterwards, Jack Hunt sold his share of the business, but his namesake ‘Jack the Chef’ still runs the kitchen today! Today, Jack’s Place is the trusted favourite for family and friends to enjoy great value sizzling steaks, speciality meals, and sumptuous cakes. Jack’s Place is committed to serving quality food and creating memorable dining experiences in a cheerful and cosy environment for our guests. For more information, visit www.jacksplace.com.sg.   About JP Pepperdine JP Pepperdine is a group of restaurants that started with the popular Jack’s Place Steakhouse in 1966, followed by Eatzi Gourmet divisions (Steakhouse, bakery, and catering) and Yeh Ting.   What inspires JP Pepperdine is to create a unique experience for their guests. Interestingly, it is a lesson that they take from the kitchen itself. Drawing on the admirable qualities of pepper, JP Pepperdine aspires to spice up the dining experience in all ways, big and small. In big ways, JP Pepperdine will be adventurous, sizzling up the F&B scene with fresh concepts and food creations. In small ways, JP Pepperdine dedicates itself to delighting its patrons through its food, service, and ambience, so they are now the JP Pepperdine Group, named after that extraordinary spice itself.   In all that JP Pepperdine does, quality and value will always be their benchmarks. They hope that the guests take home with them a lingering fondness and the knowledge that for the price they pay, they have much more in return.   For more information, visit www.jppepperdine.com.   Jia He Grand Chinese Restaurant Redefines Celebrations with Artisanal Wedding and Bespoke Private Event Packages  Jia He Grand Chinese Restaurant is proud to announce its latest suite of curated wedding and private event packages at its flagship location in One Farrer Hotel. Blending time-honored culinary traditions with a modern, stylish ambiance, the restaurant offers a premier destination for those seeking a harmonious and unforgettable celebratory experience. Crafting Dream Weddings with Culinary Artistry, Jia He Grand provides a sophisticated setting for wedding banquets, with a versatile space that can accommodate up to 21 tables of 10 persons (210 guests total). Couples can choose from four meticulously designed packages—Celebration, Eternal, Perfect, and Blissful—with menus curated by a team of veteran chefs. Key highlights of the wedding experience include: • Tailored Menus: Individually plated 8-course Chinese menus ranging from $128++ to $188++ per person, featuring signature dishes such as Double-boiled Sea Whelk Soup with Baby Abalone and Steamed Soon Hock Fish with Golden Minced Garlic. • Comprehensive Perks: Each package is designed to be seamless, offering complimentary floral centerpieces, a digital wedding invitation, a wedding guest book, and a bottle of champagne for the toasting ceremony. • Beverage Excellence: Guests enjoy free-flow soft drinks and Chinese tea, with additional privileges like unlimited Tiger Draught Beer and waivers on corkage for duty-paid hard liquor and wine. • Dedicated Support: Experienced in-house wedding consultants guide couples through every detail, from table settings to audio-visual technicalities. Bespoke Private Events and Corporate Gatherings Beyond grand weddings, Jia He Grand is a sought-after venue for intimate solemnizations (ROM), family milestones, and corporate functions. The restaurant features five customizable private dining rooms that can be reconfigured to suit specific group sizes, including intimate settings for up to 60 guests. For corporate and private events, Jia He Grand offers: • Flexible Configurations: The inviting space is decorated in modern classic hues, suitable for business meetings, top-notch corporate events, or vibrant family celebrations. • External Catering Services: Bringing the Jia He experience to any location, the restaurant provides off-site catering, ranging from buffet drop-offs to on-site cooking services with menus designed by a private chef. • Modern Amenities: Full access to PA systems, microphones, and LCD projectors ensures a professional and flawless execution for all events. Convenience and Accessibility: Located at the lobby level of One Farrer Hotel, Jia He Grand offers effortless access for attendees via Farrer Park MRT Station (Exit C). The venue provides direct drop-off access and ample parking, ensuring a seamless experience for all guests. About Jia He Grand Chinese Restaurant: Jia He Grand is dedicated to serving a well-balanced gastronomic experience that merges traditional Chinese delicacies with bold, contemporary multi-sensorial creations. Led by a team of F&B veterans, the restaurant strives to deliver culinary mastery and artistry paired with exemplary service. For Wedding & Banquet Enquiries: • Telephone: Banquet office +65 6538 4788 / +65 6538 2788 • WhatsApp: +65 9170 2682 / +65 8870 8988 / +65 9067 0828 • Website: www.jiahe.com.sg/weddings , www.jiahe.com.sg Jia He Grand @ One Farrer Hotel For Reservations, please contact 6538 9688 / 6538 2788 Email: jiahegrand@jiahe.com.sg One Farrer Hotel, Level 1 #01-01 1 Farrer Park Station Rd, Singapore 217562 For enquiries: • WhatsApp: 9067 0828 / 8870 8988 / 9170 2682 • Email: enquiries@jiahe.com.sg • Website: https://jiahe.com.sg • eShop: https://shop.jiahe.com.sg WorldHotels™ Art & Culture Destinations: Artful Stays in the World's Most Creative Cities WorldHotels highlights six distinctive properties that position hotels not merely as places to stay, but as immersive cultural destinations where art, design, and local creativity shape the guest experience. Each hotel is framed as a living cultural space that reflects the character, history, and artistic pulse of its location. In Austin, The Loren Hotel blends contemporary design with Texas heritage. Its restoration of the historic Paggi House creates an art-led event space, while the restaurant Nido pairs culinary artistry with sweeping views of Lady Bird Lake. In Milan, Collini Rooms functions as both hotel and gallery, showcasing the vibrant works of artist Federico Unia (Omer). Murals, sculptures, neon lighting, and a visually expressive café turn the stay into a multisensory journey that captures Milan’s stylish, eclectic energy. In Granada, Hotel Alhambra Palace embodies Moorish Revival grandeur. Opened in 1910, its arches, mosaics, carved stucco, and golden ceilings make the hotel feel like a living extension of the city’s historic Alhambra, blurring the line between accommodation and architectural heritage. In Utrecht, Grand Hotel Karel V transforms a 14th-century monastery into a refined luxury retreat. Medieval frescoes, stone corridors, tranquil courtyards, and a Michelin-star restaurant weave together past and present, offering guests a deeply atmospheric sense of place. In Tallinn, Nordic Hotel Forum reflects Estonia’s contemporary cultural scene through sleek Nordic design and strong partnerships with major festivals and the Kumu Art Museum, alongside skyline wellness facilities. Finally, in Gotland, Grå Gåsen celebrates playful, colourful “dopamine décor,” individually styled rooms, and outdoor cultural life through Gåsen Live, Gotland’s largest open-air concert stage. Together, these six properties illustrate a new model of experiential luxury where travel becomes a form of cultural discovery. For more information on WorldHotels, visit worldhotels.com.   Capella Debuts in Kyoto, Japan   Capella Hotels and Resorts will open Capella Kyoto on 22 March 2026, coinciding with Kyoto’s famous cherry blossom season. Located in the historic Miyagawa-cho geisha district, the hotel sits near Kenninji Temple and the Kamo River, an area deeply connected with Kyoto’s cultural heritage and the origins of kabuki theatre. The property marks Capella’s first hotel in Japan. Designed by Kengo Kuma & Associates in collaboration with Brewin Design Office, the 89-room hotel reinterprets Kyoto’s traditional machiya townhouses. The architectural concept reflects the city’s layered spatial traditions, incorporating narrow alleyways, inner courtyards, and hidden gardens to create a modern interpretation of Kyoto’s historic urban design. Capella Kyoto forms part of a broader cultural redevelopment project built on the former Shinmichi Elementary School site. The development includes the restored Miyagawa-cho Kaburenjo Theatre, historically used to train geiko and maiko, as well as a new community centre. Hotel guests will have rare access to performances at this theatre, offering an intimate experience of Kyoto’s traditional performing arts. The hotel offers 89 accommodations across four floors, ranging from Deluxe City Rooms to the expansive 206-square-metre Capella Suite. Premium room types include Premier Theatre Rooms overlooking the Kaburenjo Theatre and Gion Suites with views of Kenninji Temple. Six suites feature private onsen baths, while the top Capella Suite provides panoramic views of the Higashiyama skyline and the Yasaka Pagoda. Dining options include SoNoMa by SingleThread, created with the three-Michelin-starred California restaurant, offering seasonal cuisine inspired by both Kyoto and California. Other venues include Yoi, a modern kappo-style restaurant, SingleThread Entremets patisserie, and Lanterne, an all-day French brasserie. Wellness facilities include Auriga Spa, featuring private onsen rooms, saunas, and holistic treatments inspired by lunar cycles. Cultural experiences under Capella Curates will allow guests to participate in traditional arts, workshops, and exclusive encounters with Kyoto’s geiko culture. Bookings available at www.capellahotels.com/kyoto.   Ultimate Winery Experiences Australia welcomes Ampersand Estates Ultimate Winery Experiences Australia (UWEA) has welcomed Ampersand Estates in Western Australia as its newest member, expanding the collective into the Pemberton Wine Region south of Perth. The 56-hectare property sits 30 minutes north of Pemberton and 45 minutes east of Margaret River, about a three-hour drive from Perth. It is also accessible via Busselton–Margaret River Airport, with optional VIP helicopter transfers landing directly at the estate. Set beside the Donnelly River and surrounded by karri forests, dunes, truffle country and dramatic coastlines, Ampersand Estates positions itself as both a nature destination and a premium wine and spirits producer. Its lakeside cellar door offers guided tastings of Ampersand wines and gourmet picnics featuring local produce. A key feature is the onsite Rainfall Distillery, producing artisanal gin and vodka made from estate-grown chardonnay and harvested rainwater. Opening next month, the Rainfall Distillery Gardens will house over 2,100 plants across 36 species in a closed-loop, single-estate system supported by beehives and sustainable farming. The estate offers three luxury accommodations: the two-bedroom Settlers’ Cottage, the five-bedroom Vintner’s Residence, and a five-bedroom Homestead, all with refined interiors, full kitchens, outdoor spaces, and locally sourced breakfast hampers. Its signature Ultimate Winery Experience — A Marriage of Luxury & Nature (from A$3,145 for up to four guests) — includes an overnight stay, private wine tastings, and a four-course open-fire degustation prepared by a Michelin-trained chef. For day visitors, the A$180pp Terroir Tasting Experience combines botanical foraging in the Distillery Gardens with spirit and wine tastings paired with local charcuterie. UWEA leaders describe Ampersand as a distinctive blend of luxury, sustainability, and deep connection to place. It becomes Western Australia’s fifth Ultimate Winery, joining Vasse Felix, Leeuwin Estate, Voyager Estate, and Mandoon Estate. Discover more at www.ultimatewineryexperiences.com.au   Duet by David Toutain Unveils New Signature and Discovery Menus, Culminating in a Three-Restaurant Six-Hands Collaboration Duet by David Toutain, the signature restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton, Bangkok, has introduced two new dining experiences—the Signature Menu and the Discovery Menu—marking a new stage in the restaurant’s culinary evolution. Since opening, Duet has built its identity around an ingredient-driven philosophy, emphasizing seasonality, sourcing transparency, and refined French culinary techniques. The new menus further strengthen this identity while reflecting the combined vision of Chef David Toutain and Chef Valentin Fouache. Both menus share the same guiding principle: ingredients take precedence. Each dish highlights exceptional produce, with provenance cards presented to guests to trace ingredients back to their producers. The cuisine is rooted in classical French culinary structure—particularly sauces and technique—while being expressed through a modern approach shaped by the chefs’ creativity and respect for nature. The Signature Menu, priced at THB 5,800++, represents the most comprehensive expression of Duet’s culinary philosophy. It features some of the restaurant’s most distinctive dishes, including Alaskan King Crab with caviar, accented by vanilla and kaffir lime; Brittany Blue Lobster paired with spruce and homardine sabayon; and Normandy scallops grilled over embers and served with cauliflower and XO sauce finished with Jura yellow wine. The Discovery Menu, priced at THB 4,500++, offers a shorter tasting experience designed for guests seeking a lighter introduction to the restaurant’s cuisine. The menu evolves with seasonal ingredients and allows for certain choices to personalize the dining experience. To celebrate the launch, Chef David Toutain will appear in Bangkok from 23–27 March. Special events include three evenings where guests can experience the Signature Menu with the chef present, followed by a six-hands dinner featuring chefs from Toutain’s restaurants in Paris, Hong Kong, and Bangkok, collaborating on an eight-course menu that showcases their shared gastronomic philosophy across three cities. For more information, please visit  https://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/bkkrb-the-ritz-carlton-bangkok/overview/

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