Huandao serves as an online hub centered on Taiwan's famed round-island cycling route, a coastal circuit spanning roughly 965 to 1,100 kilometers that takes riders around the entire perimeter of the island.
Discover P.J. Joseph's blog, your guide to colored gemstones, diamonds, watches, jewelry, art, design, luxury hotels, food, travel, and more. Based in South Asia, P.J. is a gemstone analyst, writer, and responsible foodie featured on Al Jazeera, BBC, CNN, and CNBC. Disclosure: All images are digitally created for educational and illustrative purposes. Portions of the blog were human-written and refined with AI to support educational goals.
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Wednesday, September 02, 2026
Tuesday, September 01, 2026
The Sculpted Elegance Of The Beaubleu Ecce Vesperal
The Beaubleu Ecce Vesperal features a seamless, steel-carved aesthetic defined by a subtly brushed dial and polished, integrated hour-markers. Housed in a case with alternating polished and brushed finishes, a concave bezel, and a protective sapphire crystal, the timepiece achieves a harmonious design that is dynamically broken only by the movement of its striking midnight-blue second hand.
Preserving Shared Dutch-Indonesian Culinary Heritage
Operating as the online platform for the Dutch foundation Stichting Eating Habits, the "Eating Habits" website is devoted to safeguarding, recording, and promoting the rich culinary history shared by the Netherlands and Indonesia. The organization focuses on ensuring that this unique, cross-cultural food heritage is actively documented and passed on for others to learn from and enjoy.
A High-End Indonesian Culinary Experience In Oegstgeest
Renowned chef Eduard Roesdi and his wife, maître Renu Roesdi, have expanded their culinary footprint from Leiden's beloved toko Iboe Tjilik to open Nona Manis, a sophisticated Indonesian restaurant in Oegstgeest. Moving away from traditional Dutch-Indonesian fusion like the Dutch rice table, the couple focuses on authentic, high-level dishes crafted from traditional regional recipes across the Indonesian archipelago. Chef Roesdi brings prestige and refined skill to this new venture, having previously cooked for Indonesian embassies globally and prepared meals for the President of Indonesia.
Monday, August 31, 2026
Capturing The Outdoors: Kristin Link’s Guide To Field Sketching
In Discover the Art of Field Sketching: Nature-Inspired Techniques for Pencil, Pen, and Watercolor, science illustrator and educator Kristin Link offers a practical, beginner-friendly manual for drawing the natural environment. Drawing from over fifteen years of hands-on teaching experience in Alaska, Link translates her outdoor instruction into actionable methods using graphite, ink, and watercolor. Published by Timber Press, this book serves as an inviting reference for artists and nature enthusiasts looking to document the wilderness directly on paper.
MING 37.06 Royal Selangor Overview
The MING 37.06 Royal Selangor is an exclusive 88-piece limited-edition wristwatch that seamlessly merges modern horology with 141 years of heritage Malaysian pewter craftsmanship.
Vicenzaoro September 2026 Event Overview
The upcoming Vicenzaoro September 2026 trade show, taking place from September 4 to 8 at the Fiera di Vicenza in Italy, will host a comprehensive program of seminars, talks, and market insights tailored for the international jewelry industry. The event kicks off on September 4 with an official Opening Event in Hall 2 offering simultaneous English and Italian translation, followed by educational global panels including the 27th FEEG Symposium's 30th Anniversary at the Palladio Theatre and active trend workshops in the Educational Hub. Highlights of the schedule feature major industry previews, such as the world premiere of the Trendbook by Trendvision Jewellery + Forecasting, alongside community showcases like "The Design Room" and "The 8" Project, which spotlight independent, high-end global jewelry makers.
Sunday, August 30, 2026
Chopard’s Happy Starfish: Liberated Luxury
Embodying Chopard’s trademark creativity and boldness since 1993, the Happy Sport collection revolutionized luxury watchmaking by being the first to pair steel with diamonds. The Happy Starfish (Ref. 278598-6002) continues this iconic legacy, featuring playful, free-spinning gems dancing between sapphire crystals to celebrate the philosophy that diamonds are at their best when set free.







