Having unveiled a pioneering new menu philosophy of reinventing British last year, internationally the restaurant Jaan in Singapore celebrates its seventh consecutive year of recognition, rising a notable 12 spots to 32nd place at the annual Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants Awards.

A reminder to all readers that the British Community’s annual blockbuster fund-raising event for Thai charities – Ploenchit Fair – will be back at Bangkok Patana School, Sukhumvit 105 (Soi Lasalle) on November 25 from 10am to 8pm.