Celebrating the distinct stories, local flavours, and character that define iconic destinations, Luxury Group by Marriott International presented “The Liquid City,” the latest chapter of “The Culinary Atelier”—a bar takeover series spanning ten luxury hotels across Greater China. As part of the campaign, W Suzhou partnered with Bar Cham to unveil a limited-edition cocktail menu co-created by visiting and resident mixologists—offering guests a refined liquid tribute to the culture and spirit of Suzhou.
L-R: Niko Li (Suzhou), Hwi Yun (Seoul)
On August 26, 2026, W Suzhou hosted an exclusive one-night guest shift featuring Hwi Yun, the mixologist of Bar Cham (Ranked No. 33 on Asia’s 50 Best Bars).
Hwi Yun --- The Mixologist of Bar Cham (Ranked No. 33 on Asia’s 50 Best Bars)
The bespoke menu featured 4 handcrafted cocktails—combining signature favorites from Bar Cham alongside exclusive city specials inspired by Suzhou’s Ancient Grand Canal. Guests could also enjoy up to 4 elevated bar bite pairings designed by the hotel’s culinary team, including Mini Suzhou Style Crab Shell Croissant.
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| L-R: Suzhou Special “Green Canal”, Seoul Signature “Amber Thread”, “Second Pour”, “Vermut Hour” |
“At W Suzhou, we are always seeking meaningful ways to connect guests with the spirit of our destination,” said Nicholas Wong, General Manager of W Suzhou. “We were delighted to participate in ‘The Liquid City’ and welcome Bar Cham for this exciting collaboration. By bringing together visiting and resident mixologists, we created an experience that celebrated local culture, craftsmanship and creativity through the universal language of cocktails.”
Spanning six destinations and ten iconic luxury hotels across Greater China—from Suzhou to Hong Kong, and Shanghai to Sanya—"The Liquid City" invited travelers and cocktail enthusiasts to discover destinations through the lens of modern cocktail culture. Bringing together visiting masters and resident mixologists, each takeover delivered bespoke liquid creations inspired by native traditions, regional ingredients, and authentic local stories.
