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<p>With the <a href="https://www.theworlds50best.com/bars/asia/list/1-50" target="_blank">Asia’s 50 Best Bars awards</a> turning top bars into must-visit destinations, Asia’s watering holes have become bucket-list experiences in their own right. It’s no longer just about great drinks—we now long for immersive, unforgettable moments. <a href="https://www.peninsula.com/en/manila/special-offers/dining/2024_sg-club-tokyo-the-bar-takeover-iv" target="_blank">The Peninsula Manila’s bar takeover series</a> offers an intriguing glimpse into this magical world of fine drinking, where you are not just a guest but part of an exclusive experience where storytelling, culture and creativity come together for just a fleeting moment. </p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/39eba218-a09b-4b14-bb8e-19b33749c2a6_2024_ryota tokomitsu, the sg club 1.jpeg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt=""/><span class="fr-inner" style="text-align:left">A preview of The Peninsula Manila&#x27;s Bar Takeover series <span id="isPasted" style="color:rgb(65, 65, 65);letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;display:inline !important;float:none"><em> The Peninsula Manila   </em></span></span></span></span></div><p>Good news; the next exciting bar takeover is happening this <strong>Friday, September 13, 2024,</strong> in an extraordinary collaboration between<strong> The Bar of The Peninsula Manila</strong> and legendary <a href="https://www.instagram.com/the_sg_club/" target="_blank">The SG Club, Tokyo</a> — one of Japan’s most celebrated bars. From 8 p.m. to 12 midnight, you’ll have the chance to experience Tokyo’s elite cocktail culture. </p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/a62c84fe-2294-44af-804b-8669d76362c9_2024_sg bar takeover poster.jpg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt=""/></span></span></div><p>The SG Club ranked <a href="https://www.theworlds50best.com/bars/asia/the-list/the-sg-club.html" target="_blank">number 23 in this year’s Asia’s 50 Best Bars list</a>, and is known for its dedication to craftsmanship, tradition and artistry in cocktail-making. </p><div><br/></div><p>Leading the experience will be <strong>Ryota Tokomitsu</strong>, Head Bartender at The SG Club, who will introduce Manila to the intricacies of Japanese cocktails. Every detail of the evening will reflect the refined hospitality and meticulous craftsmanship that define The SG Club. </p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/0effedf2-3ff6-43c3-8777-1530fc95ab69_2024_ryota tokomitsu, the sg club 2.jpeg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt=""/><span class="fr-inner" style="text-align:left"> Ryota Tokomitsu, Head Bartender at The SG Club<span id="isPasted" style="color:rgb(65, 65, 65);letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;display:inline !important;float:none"><em> The Peninsula Manila  </em></span></span></span></span></div><p>Bar takeovers are the live theater of the drinking world. You’re not just there to sip a good cocktail—you’re there for the story. Expect a variety of drinks with different profiles and boozy complexities that reflect the unique flavors of Japan. Tokomitsu will also share stories and insights into the rich history of Japanese cocktails, offering guests a rare glimpse into the secrets of Tokyo’s hidden bars.</p><div><br/></div><p>Don’t miss this rare opportunity to sample the creative concoctions whipped up by this star of Japan’s vibrant cocktail culture s(l)ip you by.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>Related Story: </strong><a href="/food/features/negros-trade-fair-behind-timeless-appeal/38925" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Behind The Timeless Appeal Of The Negros Trade Fair</a></div><div><em>Available only on September 13, 2024, Friday, from 8 p.m. to 12 midnight at The Bar, The Peninsula Manila |  Call 02 8887-2888 (extension 6694) | email diningpmn@peninsula.com | or visit www.peninsula.com/manila. </em></div><div><em><br/></em></div><div><em>Photos courtesy of The Peninsula Manila</em></div>

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From Tokyo to Manila: The SG Club Bar Takeover

From Tokyo to Manila: The SG Club Bar Takeover

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Published Sep 10, 2024 12:12 PM PHT

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Updated Sep 13, 2024 01:00 PM PHT

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