Lots to look forward to this November
House of Suntory, one Japan’s foremost brewing and distilling companies, is returning to Honeycomb Hi-Fi this November for a month-long celebration of all things Japanese craftsmanship through music, mixology and culture. Sample Suntory’s finest spirits at our very own resident listening bar, along with a series of immersive masterclasses and appearances by international names in the music circuit.
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The first session of the month will take place on Friday 7 November, with Berlin-based collective Lazarus Killed Jazz, featuring KRN, ZENIM & UMBRTO kicking things off behind the decks from 9pm – think underground house feels with 90s UK and Chicago influences.
Session number two on Tuesday 11 November will see Honeycomb Hi-Fi switch into full glow with the lanterns lighting up for the very first time, draping the terrace in warm, romantic light to the strains of a vinyl soundtrack. Japanese calligraphy artist Yoshimi Fujii, all the way from Kobe, Japan, will host a two-hour workshop, offering an intimate exploration of Japanese calligraphy. Yoshimi will share techniques passed down from her grandmother, a master calligrapher, a tradition rooted in heritage and philosophy.
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Guests will be welcomed with a signature drink on arrival before exploring the versatility of Haku Vodka through tastings served neat, frozen, and on ice. Each guest will create their own calligraphy piece to take home as a keepsake from the evening.
On Friday 14 November, Honeycomb Hi-Fi will welcome Mule Musiq, one of Tokyo’s most influential record labels, making its Dubai debut. Founded by Toshiya Kawasaki, Mule Musiq was a pioneer in Japan’s underground sound scene, and today represents artists such as Theo Parrish, Chaos In The CBD, Kuniyuki, DJ Sprinkles, and DJ Koze. Here, guests will be able to experience a true Tokyo listening session with Kuniyuki Takahashi performing live in his first-ever UAE show, alongside Toshiya Kawasaki and Kito Jempere – from 9pm till late.
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On Thursday 20 November, Jim Meehan, one of the most respected faces in the world of mixology will step behind the bar for a one-night-only Guest Shift, presenting a series of cocktails that reinterpret The House of Suntory’s signature spirits through his own approach.
On the drinks front, throughout November, guests will be able to sample cocktails inspired by Japan’s autumn season, designed to showcase very best of The House of Suntory’s seasonal philosophy. These include refined options including the Hojicha-Hi (Toki, hojicha, crème de cassis, soda), the Miso Negroni (Roku Gin, Campari, sweet vermouth, miso), the Hibiki Old Fashioned (Hibiki Harmony, ginger brown butter, demerara, bitters), and After 8 (Haku Vodka, matcha, crème de menthe, white chocolate, cream).
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