PEAKLIFE
08-Aug-2026
From hospitality to culture to food and fashion, here is what you need to know.
1. Celebrate 25th anniversary of Anantara Hotels & Resorts with limited-edition waterway experiences
Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam and Anantara Palazzo Naiadi Rome Hotel have unveiled two exclusive, limited-edition waterway experiences that offer a memorable perspective of their destinations. From cruising through Amsterdam's UNESCO-listed canals aboard a private gourmet boat to sailing along the Tiber River in Rome, these curated journeys combine iconic city views, exceptional dining and Anantara's signature luxury hospitality.
2. IHG Hotels & Resorts to open first Kimpton in Indonesia
IHG Hotels & Resorts has unveiled a first look at Kimpton Suntaya Bali Ubud, set to debut later this year as the luxury lifestyle brand’s highly anticipated arrival in Indonesia. Designed as an extension of Bali’s creative energy, the hotel will embody Kimpton’s signature approach to human hospitality, intuitive service, and design-forward spaces that invite curiosity and connection. Kimpton Suntaya Bali Ubud will offer 101 thoughtfully designed accommodations, including essential rooms, expansive pool suites, and signature private pool villas. The culinary program will feature five distinctive dining destinations. At the forefront is Imamura Ubud, an intimate omakase experience led by Michelin-starred Chef Hirofumi Imamura, who also oversees Shaku by Imamura, a refined yet playful interpretation of Japanese izakaya dining.
3. High Note Introduces Bandra’s First Lyrical Trivia
High Note, a recently launched retro-first music bar in Bandra, is reimagining Mondays turning a tired industry standard into an unmissable experience built around the one thing High Note does best: music. It introduces Bandra to its first lyrical trivia night. Guests unlock the evening's offers by completing a music-based challenge, filling in the blanks of legendary rock anthems, from Pink Floyd's "Time" to Guns N' Roses' "Paradise City". Winners mark their rings on 1+1 offers on drinks. Patrons speak the missing lyrics to the crew to avail themselves of the offer, turning a digital-style prompt into a physical, in-house moment sparking conversation, setting the tone for the evening, and building a shared sense of community between the bar and its regulars.
4. FOO Brings a Special Friendship Day Brunch
This Sunday, 2nd August, FOO invites guests to celebrate with a specially curated Friendship Day brunch across its outlets in Andheri, Nesco, Bandra, Town, Hyderabad, and Ahmedabad. The menu features an expansive spread beginning with comforting soups and vibrant salads, followed by crowd favourites such as the Salmon Truffle Maki, Wasabi, Truffle & Edamame Dumpling, and FOO Chilli Chicken. Guests can then savour hearty mains including the FOO Yellow Curry and Blue Butter Japanese Fried Rice, before ending on a sweet note with indulgent desserts like the Mango Cheesecake and Snickerz Nut Crunch. Complementing the culinary experience is a thoughtfully curated beverage selection featuring refreshing mocktails, wellness boosters, and signature cocktails, with highlights including the Thai Lemonade, FOO King, Miso Sour, and Sakura G&T.
5. Apeksha Niranjan to Bring Marie Curie’s Story to Life at Mumbai International Storytelling Festival
Bharatanatyam artist and storyteller Apeksha Niranjan will present Madam Curie, a performance inspired by the life of Nobel laureate Marie Curie, at the Mumbai International Storytelling Festival (MIST) on August 15. Blending storytelling with classical dance and expressive performance, the production explores Curie’s resilience and scientific legacy. The performance will take place at 11:15 am at the Godrej Dance Theatre, National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA), Nariman Point, Mumbai.
6. 30th Parampara Series to Celebrate India’s Classical Music and Dance Heritage in Delhi
Natya Tarangini will present the 30th edition of the Parampara Series, its annual festival celebrating India’s classical music and dance traditions, from August 7–9 at Kamani Auditorium, New Delhi. The three-day event will feature acclaimed artistes including Pt. Shubhendra Rao, Saskia Rao-de Haas, Pt. Madhup Mudgal, Sawani Mudgal, the Raja Radha Reddy Troupe, Maitreyee Pahari, Pt. Sajan Mishra, Swaransh Mishra and Pavitra Bhat, offering audiences an immersive showcase of India’s rich performing arts heritage. Performances begin at 7 pm each evening.
7. Royal Enfield 1901 Welcome Kit Makes a Thoughtful Gift for Riders
Looking for a gift for the motorcycle enthusiast in your life? The Royal Enfield 1901 Welcome Kit blends nostalgia with everyday utility. Inspired by the iconic Classic 350 fuel tank, the collectible ABS case includes a piston keychain, fridge magnet, number lock, multi-tool and Allen key—essentials designed for riders on and off the road. Whether for Friendship Day, Raksha Bandhan or the festive gifting season, the kit is a thoughtful pick for both new and long-time Royal Enfield fans.
8. EDT's FLOW is a precision temperature control kettle designed for the way we live today
Recognising this shift in modern lifestyles, premium design and technology brand EDT introduces FLOW, a thoughtfully engineered precision electric kettle designed to bring intelligence, wellness and elevated design into one of the most overlooked appliances in every home. Powered by EDT's Clarity™ Tech for purer water that reduces chlorine and microbes from municipal water , 1°C precision temperature control, easy presets, a no-spill spout and a premium PureGlass™ body with beautiful cutting edge design, FLOW delivers the ideal experience for every use while complementing contemporary homes and workspaces with timeless design.
9. Guggenheim Abu Dhabi to Open this December, 2026
Abu Dhabi has announced that Guggenheim Abu Dhabi will officially open on December 11, 2026, marking a major milestone in the emirate’s cultural landscape. Located in the Saadiyat Cultural District and designed by acclaimed architect Frank Gehry, the museum will showcase modern and contemporary art from the 1960s to the present while fostering cultural dialogue through a globally diverse collection. Featuring 30 galleries, expansive outdoor exhibition spaces, and immersive visitor experiences, the museum aims to connect audiences with artists and ideas from around the world. The landmark is set to strengthen Abu Dhabi’s position as one of the world’s leading cultural destinations and a hub for artistic innovation and exchange.
10. Crafted to celebrate Ethnic Asian flavours The Spice Route unveils a new menu
The Spice Route at The Imperial Delhi unfurls like a voyage through storied kitchens of ethnic Asia. The new dishes promise vibrant tastes, textures, and aroma. Standout dishes include the Sesame Chicken Salad, where roasted golden chicken meets crisp snow peas, honey melon and a silky sesame dressing in perfect harmony, Jade Noodles, featuring vibrant spinach ribbons enveloped in fragrant Thai pesto and finished with coconut flakes, Steamed Jiaozi Dumplings, offering delicate parcels of jackfruit and garden vegetables, complemented by a lively ginger-scallion dip. For dessert, don't miss the Imperial Spiced Tiramisu—where masala chai-soaked Shahi Tukda meets velvety saffron and cardamom-infused mascarpone.
11. Spice Traders Brings China's Eight Great Cuisines to the Goan Coast
Perched above Vagator with uninterrupted views of the Arabian Sea, Spice Traders takes its cues from the Eight Great Cuisines of China: Sichuan, Cantonese, Fujian, Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Hunan, Anhui, and Shandong. Sichuan dishes include mala chicken and mapo tofu, while Hunan sea bass references the province's chilli-forward cooking. Lamb appears in two forms: Mongolian lamb fire-glazed in hoisin and sesame and lamb open bao paired with shimeji mushrooms. The menu also introduces elements of chifa, the Chinese-Peruvian cuisine that emerged from Cantonese migration to Peru in the nineteenth century. The menu offers a fresh perspective on China's Eight Great Cuisines, brought together under a single roof.
12. Adrift Kaya Unveils a Cocktail Journey Inspired by Japan’s Edo Era and Indian Flavours
Adrift Kaya has launched a new cocktail programme that blends the precision of Edo-era Japanese bartending with the richness of Indian terroir. Curated under the guidance of Michelin-starred Chef David Myers, the menu unfolds as a four-chapter journey—from Japan and the Silk Route to the Himalayas and Delhi—showcasing how flavours evolve across regions. Using advanced techniques such as fat-washing, fermentation and broth clarification, the cocktails reinterpret ingredients like buransh, jaggery, kahwa and pickle in refined, contemporary forms. Standout creations include the Broth of Edo, Sunstone Negroni, Garhwal Snow, and The Red Fort Old Fashioned, reflecting a thoughtful balance of global craftsmanship and distinctly Indian flavours.
13. Vayu Brings India’s Regional Flavours to Hyderabad’s Rooftop Dining Scene
Hyderabad welcomes a new rooftop destination with Vayu, a resto-bar that celebrates the diversity of Indian cuisine through regional flavours. Inspired by the Sanskrit word for "wind," the concept reflects the journey of ingredients and traditions across the country. The menu spans regional favourites, from Andhra’s Gongura Mamsaam and Kundapur Ghee Roast to Kerala’s Meen Pollichattu and Kolhapuri Mutton Sukka, alongside inventive small plates. Complementing the food is The Paper Plane’s Logbook, a cocktail programme inspired by travel and nostalgia, featuring drinks infused with ingredients like gongura, kokum and fermented chilli.
14. Siddhartha Bansal in his latest collection, The Joy Forecast, reimagines the raincoat as a fashion statement
With The Joy Forecast, the Delhi-based creator of some of Indian fashion’s most recognisable prints unveils convertible, unisex, technical rainwear built. The centrepiece is a full-length raincoat that folds down into a cropped bomber jacket: one silhouette, three ways to wear it. Long and buttoned for a soaked commute. Folded back for something closer to a trench. Open, as a travel layer between an airport terminal and a taxi queue. The craft runs as deep as the concept. A floating back yoke hides breathable mesh ventilation. Five pockets sit within an adjustable construction. The waterproof fabric stays light enough to pack, and Bansal’s signature prints appear across technical cloth he has rarely worked with before: the same hand you would recognise from his eveningwear, now tested against something far more unforgiving than a runway.
15. Introducing Baagh Blue, the newest Jamun-forward expression from Baagh Gin
Chhota Hazri Spirits has announced the launch of Baagh Blue, a new jamun-inspired expression of its globally awarded Baagh Indian Craft Gin. Crafted with jamun, hibiscus and butterfly pea flower, Baagh Blue brings together vibrant flavour, natural colour and contemporary craftsmanship in a bottle that is unmistakably rooted in its origin. Inspired by India’s lush landscape, native botanicals and the vibrant hue of jamun, Baagh Blue builds on Baagh’s globally awarded design language.
16. L’Atelier 1664 Brings The Blue Hour to Mumbai For An Evening of French Style
The Blue Hour transformed Slink & Bardot into a celebration of French art de vivre, where fashion, design and cuisine came together in true L’Atelier 1664 style. Guests stepped into a world inspired by the brand’s French heritage, exploring thoughtfully curated design installations, immersive brand experiences and moments that celebrated creativity, craftsmanship and Good Taste. For L’Atelier 1664, The Blue Hour marks the transition from work to leisure, when people come together to connect, express themselves and celebrate the simple pleasures of the evening. The Blue Hour brought that philosophy to life through an immersive experience inspired by French style and culture.
Cover Credits: Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam
