Fah Thai Magazine May June 2018

HAPPENINGS
HONG KONG
A SHOWCASE OF PERSIAN ART
The Liang Yi Museum in Hong Kong will be showcasing
prime examples of Persian art, some of which are sourced
from the Ashmolean Museum, the Victoria and Albert
Museum and the David Collection. The showcase titled,
The Blue Road: Mastercrafts from Persia, will be held at
this private museum until 24 June.
The exhibition stands as one of the most dedicated
and comprehensive exhibitions surveying different
aspects of the colour blue in Persian art and history in
Hong Kong. With materials and categories ranging from
glass, ceramic, textiles, painting and manuscripts, this
showcase of carefully selected artefacts illuminates the
significant role of blue in the visual and material culture
of Iran and the impact it made on shaping of other
artistic traditions in Asia and beyond. 181-199 Hollywood
Road, Sheung Wan, liangyimuseum.com
SPOTLIGHT
A Spicy Affair
Asians have always had a penchant for spicy food but
Chilli Fagara has taken that concept up by several
notches. A haven for those with a spicy palate, the
outlet boasts an eclectic modern and traditional
Chinese-inspired décor, and dishes out authentic and
notoriously fiery Sichuan cuisine.
Established in 2005, Chilli Fagara embraces the
Ma La Tang concept for numbing (ma), burning (la)
and neutral (tang) tastes of Sichuan food. Chillies and
peppers are the main ingredients at this restaurant,
which should bode well for diners who require a little
more ‘kick’ to their dishes.
For those who aren’t daring enough, Chilli Fagara
does carry ample delicately flavoured dishes that
won’t have you breaking a sweat.
Open daily, 11.30am-3pm; 5-11.30pm, 7 Old Bailey Street,
Soho, Central, chillifagara.com
SPOTLIGHT
A Taste of Britannia
One only needs to venture out to
popular Gough Street in Hong Kong
to savour authentic British cuisine.
Renowned for its style, craftsmanship,
hospitality and charm, Gough’s on
Gough has been attracting diners ever
since its doors opened in July 2017.
Offering a menu that revisits
classic British-styled dishes, the
restaurant injects a modern and
sophisticated take on these staple
favourites. Executive Chef Arron
Rhodes has applied his creative
approach and philosophy on the
outlet’s menu, utilising only the
freshest of ingredients and best in
season produce.
Gough’s on Gough not only boasts
a generously appointed dining room
but a raw bar as well with fresh British
seafood, and a selection of bespoke
crafted cocktails, fine champagnes and
wines for guests to savour. Open daily,
12-2.30pm; 6.30pm till late, 15 Gough
Street, Central, goughsongough.com
PASSION AND OPERA
The Opera Hong Kong will host one
of the world’s most beloved operas
this May with the staging of Georges
Bizet’s ‘Carmen’ at the Grand Theatre.
A story of passion, destiny, freedom
and liberty, Carmen tells the timeless
tale of Don José, a soldier who
forsakes his career, honour and family
for a doomed love affair with the
gypsy Carmen.
Combining Spanish passion with
French lyricism, Opera Hong Kong
will inject an air of modernity into
this classic opera with an innovative
nested rotating set design. Bringing
Carmen to life on stage are Jean-
François Borras, Giancarlo Monsalve,
Varduhi Abrahamyan, Marie Karall,
Vittorio Vitelli and Jean-Kristof Bouton,
six versatile and experienced artists
who have performed at leading opera
houses around the globe. 16-20 May,
Grand Theatre, Hong Kong Cultural
Centre, operahongkong.org
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