12 JAN 2012
Space 18, 3/F Bund 18, 18 Zhongshan East Road
“Love in Melody III”, the third charity concert to be held at Bund 18 to raise funds for the Ailing Foundation. Shanghai Wakyo opened the concert with a Japanese Taiko Drum performance. Other artists included, Zhu Dan, one of China’s most promising artists, who gave a violin recital, Zhang Ju’s students performed Kunqu Opera and also the Bamboo Flutist, Mao Yulong performed. Zhang Ju, UNESCO designated Artist for Peace in 2011 and “Prince of the Kunqu Opera” gave a very moving performance of Kunqu Opera. The finale of Zhu Dan, Mao Yulong and Zhang Ju was spellbinding. During the evening Vana Teng, the organizer of the concert, gave a speech about the 3 charities that would benefit from the concert and a silent auction of artwork took place. Mrs Kitty Xia, Deputy Secretary-General and spokesperson for the Shanghai Charity Foundation, also gave a speech about the charities. The proceeds from the concert and silent auction will help fund 3 orphaned babies with surgery, help disadvantaged children in the Huangpu District and orphans of the Japanese earthquake in March last year.
06 JAN 2012
Clouds Bar, 200 Taikang Road, Luwan District
Li Shoubai, and Joyce Shen, owners of Shoubai Art and their daughter Lucy, hosted a VIP Cocktail Party at Clouds Bar. They gave thanks and appreciation to their loyal customers and friends who have given them continual support in the past. Li Shoubai’s Heavy Colour Paintings adorned the walls depicting scenes of the old Shikuman life style. Speeches were made, a song was sung by Edmund He and Qin Lei amused the guests with impersonations of famous people. The evening was concluded by Lucy, on behalf of Shoubai Art, wishing everyone a very happy and successful 2011.
The Best Hotel in the World 2011 Counts Down to Christmas
01 DEC 2011
Ritz Carlton Pudong, Shanghai ifc, 8 Century Avenue, Lujiazui, Pudong
Rainer Burkle, General Manager of Ritz Carlton Pudong switched on their Christmas Tree Lights and started the countdown to Christmas by lighting the first box on the Advent Wall. “The Giving Tree” is decorated with small packets containing ‘wishes’ from the students of Zi Luo Lan Primary School. The packets can be purchased to fulfill the wishes of the children who will be presented with their gifts on the 21st December. The Dulwich School Choir delighted the guests with Christmas carols. Festive food and drinks were offered to one and all!!
Robert Wan Tahiti’s flagship store is now open on the 2nd floor of Bund 18. Robert Wan gave an opening speech followed by a piano recital from Xu Zhong. Guests were then invited up to the 2nd floor boutique, designed by Yann Debelle de Montby, to catch a glimpse of the beautiful Tahitian pearls fashioned into elegant pieces of jewelry. Three generations of the Wan dynasty flew in from Tahiti to mark this auspicious occasion: Bruno, son of Robert, granddaughter Alexandrine and grandson Richard.
Rui Chenggang(芮成鋼) Lights up The Peninsula Shanghai 2011
25 NOV 2011
The Peninsula Shanghai, No 32, The Bund, 32 Zhongshan Dong Yi Road
The Peninsula Shanghai held their annual ‘Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony and Cocktail Reception. Mr. Joseph Chong, General Manager, of The Peninsula Shanghai invited the Celebrity Ambassadors Rui Chenggang(芮成鋼), who is a journalist, director and news anchor at CCTV, as well as Allan Wu(吳振天) , an actor, to switch on the Christmas tree lights together. Guests also participated in the launch of the 2011 Trees of Hope: Compassion for Migrant Children, the Library Project, Raleigh China and Make-A-wish foundation.
A silent auction was held to support the local charities. The ‘Shanghai Voices’ sang carols and Christmas songs to complete the festive mood. Tree ornaments were auctioned to raise money for three local charities, Compassion for Migrant Children, the Library Project and Raleigh China and the Make-A-wish foundation.
5 NOV 2011
Shanghai World Financial Center, 2/F Convention Area, 100 Century Avenue, Pudong
In celebration of the SWFC’s 3rd Anniversary, seventeen galleries participated in the ‘SWFC Shanghai Gallery selection’ event. Shanghai’s top contemporary art galleries showcased the best of today’s art scene with over 50 exhibits to enjoy.
The Peninsula Arcade is having a retail extravaganza. Boutiques in the arcade are extending exclusive offers to the discerning shoppers that are only available at the Peninsula for a limited time. There is a wide selection for one and all; ‘exotic skin’ hand crafted shoes, hand crafted jewelry fit for an Emperor to Imperial ‘tailor made’ garments fit for a King. You can find the following in the Arcade: Ascot Chang, Canali, Chanel, Cocco, Emporio Amarni, Giorgio Amarni, La Perla, Prada, Ralph Lauren, Roberto Botticelli, Shanghai Tang, Stefano Ricci, Chaumet, Chopard, Georg Jensen, Graff, Harry Winston, Piaget, My Wedding Atelier, Salon Denis, Spa – the Peninsula, The Peninsula Boutique. Don’t miss this fabulous opportunity!
Gert Maria Hofmann, a well respected Austrian artist opened his exhibition at the Hyatt on the Bund, Saturday, 22nd October 2011. Michael Heinz, Consul General of Austria gave a warm, welcome speech for Mr Hofmann and his paintings to Shanghai. The exhibition is a mixture of bright, bold and serene landscapes that are both captivating and thought provoking.
To celebrate Auguste Escoffier’s birthday, a Gala Dinner was held at the Hyatt on the Bund. The menu was a culinary delight; delicious dishes served with perfectly paired fine wine in an elegant setting. During the evening Philippe Kotzky was initiated into the Disciples Escoffier and David Chow, Thierry Laurent became members of the Friends of Escoffier. It was a fine tribute to Auguste Escoffier whose memory, epicurean beliefs and values live on!
Austria marked their National Day at the Hyatt on the Bund with great pomp and ceremony. Michael Heinz, Consul General of Austria, Shanghai opened the evening’s celebrations with a speech followed by Doris Bures, the Austrian Minister of Technology. The guests were treated to a fine spread of both traditional Austrian and Chinese food accompanied by Austrian beer and fine wines.
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