Tatler Singapore - March 2025

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On the cover this month is Dave Pynt, the chef‑owner of Burnt Ends, the Tatler Best Singapore Restaurant of the Year 2025. From his humble beginnings washing dishes at a pizza joint, Pynt’s rise to becoming a world‑class chef, renowned for bringing wood‑fire cooking to the Asian palate, is nothing short of inspiring. Also in this issue is the 2025 edition of Tatler Best, the ultimate celebration of hospitality recognising the Best in Class and Top 20 honourees among the restaurants, bars and hotels in Singapore. Plus, meet the female personalities dominating the local bar industry.

Queens of Hearts

Singapore's bar industry is undoubtedly high stakes, and these are the female bartenders and bar owners dominating it. Here are their come-up stories

3 mins

Close Ties

Ambassador Beata Stoczyńska, the new executive director of Asia-Europe Foundation, discusses how the organisation continues to foster cooperation between the two regions

3 mins

Blood Lines

Afflicted with debilitating period cramps, Tan Peck Ying co-founded menstrual health company Blood to develop heat pads for pain relief and corn sanitary pads as well as foster real and “uncute” conversations about periods

4 mins

A Seat at the Table

As the demand for tech talent grows, so does the need for inclusivity. SG Women in Tech chairperson Ong Chen Hui shares more about the efforts being made towards empowering women in the industry and setting them up for success

4 mins

Life in Colour

In her collaboration with Porsche, artist Red Hong Yi took inspiration from the 60 shades of red in its Paint to Sample catalogue for her commissioned art installation showcased at Art SG this January

3 mins

Heritage Eats

Few would choose the demands of F&B over career stability, but for Ernest Ang, preserving his grandmother's Peranakan recipes is a risk worth taking. With no formal culinary and business training, he opened Kokoyo Nyonya Delights to honour tradition without compromise

5 mins

Curating Fantasies

Japanese storyteller Tanaka Daisuke is reshaping fashion with ethereal designs, drawing inspiration from anime and deep-sea mysteries

2 mins

Bevond Horizons

Embodying the carefree spirit of summer, the Hermès spring-summer 2025 menswear collection marries coastal elegance with transformative versatility, blending luxurious fabrics and timeless silhouettes for the modern man

3 mins

The Beauty Edit

The latest drops that deserve a spot on your vanity

2 mins

Perfect Muse

Dolce & Gabbana Beauty's global brand ambassador Mun Ka Young stuns in this exclusive editorial image showcasing one of 2025's top make-up trends: a dark, moody and glamorous aesthetic. Here's how to achieve the look

1 min

A Brilliant Touch

Hermès Beauty embarks on a new chapter with Rouge Brillant Silky, a subtly scented lipstick with a refillable design and a high-shine formula infused with natural ingredients, offering a sensorial experience that redefines luxury beauty

3 mins

The Couture Scent

An homage to the maison’s heritage, Dior’s La Collection Privée steps into its next chapter with couture caps and trunks for the bottles, all beautifully adorned with the French luxury house’s signature motifs and icons in their own right

3 mins

All Hands on Deck

The sixth edition of LVMH Watch Week took place in New York and Paris in January, with Louis Vuitton, Tiffany & Co and L'Epée 1839 joining the line-up—solidifying the event's position as a cornerstone of the luxury watch industry calendar. Here, some standout timepieces uncovered at this year's showcase

2 mins

Heart of Art

Tatler speaks to Carlo Giordanetti, the man behind some of Swatch’s most recognisable collaborations, about how the quirky Swiss watch brand weaves narratives through design and tells stories that resonate with people across generations

5 mins

Animal Kingdom

Unveiled in Shanghai, the second chapter of Cartier's Nature Sauvage high jewellery collection is a dazzling testament to the maison's enduring fascination with the natural world—where majestic creatures are brought to life through precious sculptures

3 mins

Cabinet of Curiosities

With its latest exhibition in Singapore, French jeweller Van Cleef & Arpels opens the doors to its exceptional craftsmanship of transforming everyday objects into extraordinary works of art, from swizzle sticks to evening bags

3 mins

WHEN SPARKS FLY

From his humble beginnings washing dishes at a pizza joint, Dave Pynt's rise to becoming a world-class chef, renowned for bringing wood-fire cooking to the Asian palate, is nothing short of inspiring. This is his story at the helm of Burnt Ends, the Tatler Best Singapore Restaurant of the Year 2025, and he is already working on his next chapter

9 mins

THROUGH THE PRISM

Edward Lee's story is one of resilience, creativity and cultural connection. From his Brooklyn roots to his years spent quietly developing in Louisville to Culinary Class Wars fame, his career reflects the twists and turns of life, shaping a chef who sees the world through food's infinite possibilities

5 mins

FROM TILDA, WITH LOVE

At an intimate gathering hosted by Chanel and Hong Kong's museum of visual culture M+, Tilda Swinton shared her journey from arthouse film enthusiast to global icon who champions both avant-garde and mainstream cinema

6 mins

A TASTE OF THE UNKNOWN

Asia's most exciting food cities aren't where you think. These under-the-radar destinations are cooking up the region's next great gastronomic moments

4 mins

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For 38 years, Tatler Singapore has been the ultimate authority on high society and the luxury lifestyle; defining and covering the world’s most important, influential and exciting people, products, parties and places.