Hong Kong – London ETO celebrates Dragon Boat Festival in Denmark and UK (with photos)
London ETO celebrates Dragon Boat Festival in Denmark and UK (with photos)
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With the support of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London, the Copenhagen Dragon Boat Festival 2023 was held on June 18 (Copenhagen time) in Copenhagen, Denmark; and the 2023 UK Chinese Dragon Boat Festival was held from June 17 to 18 (London time) in Manchester, United Kingdom (UK).
In the Copenhagen Dragon Boat Festival 2023, 24 teams formed by the Danish community took part in a full day of racing. In addition to spectating the exhilarating competition on the water, sports enthusiasts and families immersed themselves in the culinary and musical highlights by the shore of Copenhagen.
The Director-General of the London ETO, Mr Gilford Law, delivered a virtual speech at the opening ceremony, highlighting that dragon boat racing dates back more than 2000 years, and since Hong Kong held the first international dragon boat competition in 1976, it has developed into a truly global event.
Mr Law added, “We are glad to see that the Dragon Boat Festival, a traditional Chinese festival which has been inscribed on UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity since 2009, is also celebrated in Denmark. This festival is equally popular in Hong Kong. The 2023 Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races will be held next weekend at Hong Kong’s famous Victoria Harbour, with over 160 teams formed by locals and overseas friends. This event demonstrates Hong Kong as a dynamic hub with a unique fusion of tradition and modernity where Eastern and Western cultures seamlessly intertwine, and where we celebrate Eastern and Western festivals with equal enthusiasm.”
The festival was also celebrated in Manchester, UK, where over 55 teams participated in races of various categories during the two-day 2023 UK Chinese Dragon Boat Festival. The local community also took part in a series of cultural experiences by the shore, including Tai Chi demonstrations and Chinese calligraphy lessons.
MINNEAPOLIS, MN – WEBWIRE – Thursday, June 15, 2023
Macys expands its restaurant portfolio with the opening of The Social Kitchen & Libations at Macys Ridgedale in Minnetonka. It offers a convenient and memorable experience, while its modern vibe and open kitchen concept connect traditions to trends. The grand opening will be celebrated with passed appetizers, select wine tasting and a visit from Tattersall Distillery, exclusive for Macys Star Rewards members from 4-5 pm, and open to the public from 5-7 pm. Culinary Experience The Social Kitchen & Libations offers a menu that pays tribute to Macys rich history in food service, spanning over 115 years. Guests can enjoy signature dishes such as the famous large popovers, classic chicken pot pie, and refreshing Mandarin salad, which have been beloved by generations of customers in the Twin Cities area. For lunch and dinner, guests can also indulge in signature dishes like the Porchetta Sandwich and Buttermilk Fried Chicken Salad. Additionally, the menu offers a modern twist on traditional dishes, including mouthwatering meatloaf sliders, signature chili, and other delectable options. In addition to its regular menu, the restaurant also features a brunch menu that includes a Bloody Mary Bar and Cobblestone French Toast, along with the classic menu items. The restaurants selection of cocktails and mimosas, locally sourced from various makers, adds to the unique dining experience. We are thrilled to announce the opening of The Social Kitchen & Libations, bringing a mix of traditional and modern flare to the Minneapolis and Saint Paul area, said Tom Leuer, Senior Director of Macys Food Division. Food is an important part of our customer experience, and we are committed to serving fresh ingredients and locally sourced beverages to shoppers and the community. The Dining Atmosphere Experience tradition and innovation at The Social Kitchen & Libations, where a contemporary and vibrant dining environment awaits. Delight in delicious brunch, lunch, or dinner options in a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere. Sip on craft cocktails and local beers from breweries with friends or indulge in a romantic dinner for two in a sleek and stylish setting. Enhance your visit by blending restaurant and retail experiences with a delectable meal or signature cocktail before or after exploring the adjacent Macys store. This furthers Macys commitment to creating exceptional customer experiences in a constantly evolving retail landscape. Taste-filled Past The Social Kitchen & Libations restaurant serves as a gathering place for locals and visitors alike. Adding to the fun and quality dining experience is the centerpiece of the bar – original Waterford chandelier from the 1940s Skyroom in downtown Minneapolis. After being an iconic feature in the River Room until 2013, it came to rest at Macys in 2014, serving as a nod to the past, while the modern cage symbolizes the restaurants ever-evolving spirit of service to special guests. The Social Kitchen & Libations offers a variety of hours to suit our customers needs: Monday – Thursday: 11am – 7pm For more information about The Social Kitchen & Libations, please visit http://macysrestaurants.com/the-social/. About Macys For more than 160 years, Macysthe largest retail brand of Macys, Inc.has served generations at every stage of their lives. Macys customers come to us for fashion, value and high-quality products. We are proud of our heritage and the unique role we play in American culture and tradition. We celebrate occasions big and small, and have created decades of memorable experiences through Macys 4th of July Fireworks[sup][/sup]and Macys Thanksgiving Day Parade[sup][/sup], as well as spectacular fashion shows, culinary events, flower shows and celebrity appearances. With the collective support of our customers and colleagues, Macys helps make a difference in every market we serve, supporting local and national charities through funding and volunteer service. With fashion, value and celebration as our guide, Macys makes life shine brighter for our customers, colleagues and communities. More information is available at macys.com.
Celebrate PRIDE MONTH throughout June, experience the magic and colour of the Pride Festival in Bangkok, Thailand, supporting and celebrating the LGBTQIAN+ community. The spectacular Pride Parade on June 4 graced CentralwOrld, the center of Pride Festival celebrations, joining with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Thailand, partners from government and private sectors led by the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, Galderma Thailand, Muse by Metinee, Bangkok PRIDE and Tiffany’s Show Pattaya Co, Ltd, rolling out THAILAND’S PRIDE CELEBRATION 2023 – PRIDE FOR ALL. Echoing voices of diversity and equality, the Bangkok Pride 2023 parade was co-hosted by CentralwOrld, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration and Naruemit Pride. The parade moved from Pathumwan intersection to the Ratchaprasong intersection at CentralwOrld, waving the beautiful and spectacular 144.8-meter rainbow flag, with thousands of people joining the grand procession, enjoying special shows, mini-concerts and the celebration of gender diversity, with provincial governors, ambassadors, government agencies and representatives of the LGBTQIAN+ community. The ‘Pride Talk with UNDP’ heard discussion from key persons in the LGBTQIAN+ community at CentralwOrld, Central Pattaya, Phuket, Udonthani, Khon Kaen, Chiangmai and Chonburi. Enjoy Pride Competitions for Miss International Queen with national costumes at CentralwOrld. Pride Vibe, you will experience an art installation from artist: ‘Teayii’ Prapatsorn with her work: ‘Seat a Pride’ throughout two full months at CentralwOrld (June-July 2023) and at Central Chonburi under the art concept of ‘Mirror Mirror: Reflect Yourself’. For the month of June we’re celebrating Thai Pride as the top Pride destination for the LGBTQIAN+ community from around the world, comparable to NYC Pride in New York, EuroPride 2019 & Pride Week in Vienna Austria, Tokyo Rainbow Pride in Japan and Taiwan LGBT Pride. Come and show your support for the power of diversity, express yourself with freedom at the great rainbow landmark, and help create GLOBAL IMPACT to ensure the Thai Pride Festival becomes the Pride Celebration Landmark for the LGBTQIAN+ community worldwide, at THAILAND’S PRIDE CELEBRATION 2023 – PRIDE FOR ALL. For more information, visit the Facebook page @centralwOrld Contact: CENTRAL PATTANA Public Relations In a move to celebrate the achievements of exceptional women at the workplace, award-winning HR & Payroll solution provider QuickHR holds its annual Woman of Excellence Award in March 2023. The award was launched last year in conjunction with International Women’s Day and is part of QuickHR’s commitment to promoting gender equality in the workplace. “We are delighted to have built on the success of last year’s awards event which allowed us to honour more powerful women this year. I hope that this award will be a symbol of hope for a better future, where everyone can thrive and reach their full potential and be treated with respect and dignity, regardless of their background or identity,” says QuickHR’s Managing Director Mr Suki Bajaj. As a leading cloud HR software provider in Singapore, QuickHR believes in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace culture where we can empower women who have shown strength and empathy despite the challenges. Reflecting on the winners, Mr Bajaj added, “We are beyond grateful to Joanna, Beatrice, Puja, and Durga for sharing their inspirational stories. They have all faced adversity along the way, but they have overcome these challenges with courage and compassion, and they are now role models for other women.” These four notable women who are all leaders in their respective fields have emerged as the winners of QuickHR’s Woman of Excellence Award 2023. With solid courage and determination, Joanna Khoo decided to leverage her HR experience as a recruitment consultant and work with in-house HR across startups and MNCs. She is now the Director of People & Organisation at Partior Pte Ltd where she demonstrates her exceptional HR expertise and her passion for creating a positive workplace culture. With her spearheading numerous initiatives such as Corporate Social Responsibility and Diversity & Inclusion, Partior was able to receive honourable nationwide recognition awards and promote a more inclusive, kinder and compassionate society. Beatrice Liu, the Chief Everything Officer at Oriental Remedies Group, is described by her colleagues as someone who champions diversity in a highly competitive and male-dominated TCM industry. In just 4 years, her strong dedication has driven them to become one of the promising companies leading transformation for continued growth in a post-pandemic world. She empowers her team by building an environment where everyone can bring their best and gain fulfilment when the projects come to fruition. As a mother of two young boys and the boss of the company, she was able to achieve a healthy work-life balance where she can fulfil her family goals and pursue business growth for the organisation. Puja Shah, the Senior HR Manager of VFlowTech, started as a recruitment specialist and moved onto conquering larger-scoped Human Resource roles where she was able to design strategic HR initiatives. When she first joined VFlowTech, it was a small start-up made up of only few members. But she was not deterred by the challenges during the early stages, and she worked hard to ensure smooth running of HR operations. With the leadership, empathy, respect, and inclusivity Ms Puja has shown, she was able to foster a strong team spirit that attracted top talent to their organisation, resulting in progressive business growth across the globe. Durgalakshmi Sathiakumar, the Group Chief Operating Officer of Shiok Meats, moved to Singapore to carry out comprehensive research work towards food safety, security, and protection of the environment. She was able to collaborate with world class clinician scientists and industrial giants in the field of pharmaceutical industry, allowing her to learn what it takes to move a product from the R&D to the market. Through her exemplary work and attitude, she joined Shiok Meats as a business and operations manager and grew to be Chief Operating Officer within a few years. Her years of experience enabled her to become a transformational leader who strives to motivate her team, make a positive impact on the planet and be an inspiration for the future generations. About QuickHR by Enable Business QuickHR was developed by Enable Business, a cutting-edge B2B SaaS company headquartered in Singapore, as a holistic cloud-based Human Resource Management System (HRMS) that introduces an innovative approach to address the concerns of traditional HR platforms. Enable Business helps management and HR professionals navigate the ever-evolving technological landscape by covering all aspects of human resource and workforce management. For more information about QuickHR, please visit www.quickhr.co or the company’s official For business inquiries: Serena, Business Development Manager, +65 6908 8158 and business@quickhr.co . PizzaDAO, a global pizza co-op and pizza party planner, is excited to announce its third annual Global Pizza Party on Monday, May 22, 2023, expecting more than 10,000 attendees at pizza parties in over 100 major cities. “So why are we throwing a Global Pizza Party on a Monday? Because on May 22, 2010, Lazlo Hanyecz made the first exchange of Bitcoin for a real-world asset, purchasing two pizzas for 10,000 Bitcoin. We think that’s a big deal! Also, today that’s worth nearly $300 million…” said PizzaDAO founder Snax. “Everyone on earth has the internet, the blockchain, and pizza, so we’re using the opportunity to bring the whole world together.” Since it began in 2021, PizzaDAO has given away over $600,000 of pizza at its events in over 75 countries. This Monday, May 22, PizzaDAO is hosting pizza parties on the same day in over 100 major cities worldwide, including New York City, Los Angeles, Amsterdam, Paris, London, Mexico City, Montreal, Hong Kong, Prague, Rio de Janeiro, New Delhi, Cape Town, and somewhere near you. Join a pizza party in your neighborhood and be part of the worldwide Bitcoin Pizza Day celebration. Come eat pizza, make friends, and have a good time. For more information on PizzaDAO, its mission, and to find local locations for the upcoming global pizza party, see globalpizzaparty.xyz. Global sponsors include NounsDAO, OwnTheDoge, TIMEPieces, Collab.Land, WGMI, and the World Pizza Champions. PizzaDAO is a global pizza co-op that brings together artists, developers, and pizza lovers to celebrate Bitcoin Pizza Day each year. Founded in 2021, PizzaDAO is dedicated to connecting people through a shared love of pizza and fostering web3 collaborations. Through its innovative NFT offerings, PizzaDAO empowers its community members with governance rights and access to exclusive perks. Learn more at globalpizzaparty.xyz Contact Information:
Macy’s Celebrates the Grand Opening of The Social Kitchen & Libations in Macy’s Ridgedale on June 15
This new restaurant offers a vibrant dining experience that blends tradition with a modern flair in the Minneapolis area.
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Saturday: 10am – 8pm
Sunday: 10am – 6pm
Weekend brunch is served from 10am – 2pmThailand celebrates sensational rainbow phenomenon during ‘Pride for All’ campaign at Central World, putting forward the country as a world pride destination 2028
Reflecting CentralwOrld as a space that embraces diversity where everyone can show their identity as ‘CentralwOrld citizens’ and accepts all differences and promotes equality under the concept of ‘Proud to be Pride’. This biggest of Pride Parades, with waving rainbow flags from eight branches nationwide, led by ‘Proud to be Pride’, with the ‘Fly High In The Sky for Pride’ show and Fashion Parade, gathered 500+ models for the ‘This is my look’ Parade from Galderma (Thailand), expressing self-expression with confidence and charm, followed by the spectacular ‘Pride Concert’ featuring Thailand’s leading artists.
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Ninasreen Matha (Memee), +66-82-426-3914, maninasreen@centralpattana.co.th
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