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Watch Gafencu take the new Aston Martin DB11 for a test drive

Almost unbelievably, the DB11 is Aston Martin’s first all-new car in around a decade, replacing the DB9 as the grand tourer (GT) in Aston’s line-up.

The DB11 is powered by a twin v12 engine and has 600 brake horsepower, up 83 over the old model. Torque has been enhanced too – up 59 lb-ft to 516 and available from 1,500 all the way up to 5,000 rpm. The DB11 can make the sprint to 62 mph in 3.9 seconds, 0.7 quicker than the DB9. Top speed is 200 mph.

We took the DB11 for a test drive round Hong Kong.

Pukka Chukka

Guests dug deep into their pockets at the recent Polo After Dark charity event and auction, hosted by Hong Kong’s first ever polo team, all in the luxurious surroundings of the KEE Club. Team captain Patrick Furlong was named player of the year, while a stellar performance from acclaimed vocalist Tess Collins rounded off the evening in true style.

Buon Appetito

The Italian Chamber of Commerce recently held its gala dinner at Hong Kong’s Ritz-Carlton Hotel, with all proceeds going to the Women Helping Women Hong Kong charity. The specially invited guests were all treated to a four-course Italian meal, expertly prepared by Pino Lavarra, the Tosca restaurant’s Michelin-starred chef.

Malay Soirée

The Landmark Mandarin Oriental’s MO Bar was the setting for the the Yuna Unplugged concert. With more than 300 music industry VIPs in attendance, the Hong Kong debut of Yuna, the celebrated Malaysian songstress, was guaranteed an appreciative audience. The event was emceed by Sean Lee-Davies, a well-known photographer and TV personality.

Lionised

Prince Jewellery & Watch called on a troupe of exotic lion dance performers to mark the grand reopening of its Tsim Sha Tsui flagship store. As well as offering luxury watches and haute joaillerie, the refurbished two-level store also boasts its own highly-exclusive Prince Club lounge.

Castiglion del Bosco unveils 2017 Zodiac Rooster vintage

Castiglion del Bosco, the renowned Tuscan winery, unveiled its 2017 Zodiac Rooster vintage at an exclusive dinner at the Four Seasons Hotel. The evening also featured performances by Maria Sole and Edoardo Ferragamo, as well as a charity auction on behalf of the Hong Kong Breast Cancer Foundation.

Bidding for Peace

The Brazzaville Charitable Foundation’s  Mid-Summer Night’s Dream themed auction and dinner, held in the prestigious surroundings of the Four Seasons Hotel, welcomed guests from around the world. This annual event, intended to promote peace in Southern Africa, was once again well supported by businesses and celebrities.