Luxuriate In The Grandeur Of Mandarin Oriental, Taipei
Staying at one of Taipei city’s newest hotel – the exquisitely designed Mandarin Oriental Taipei was a key highlight of my recent trip to Taiwan. Ideally located in the heart of the city on Dunhua North Road and just a short 15 minute car journey from Taipei business district, Taipei 101 and other key city attractions, the […]
Top Jalan Basar Cafes – Best City Fringe Cafes In Singapore
The name Jalan Besar which means ‘big or wide road’ in Malay only came about in the 1880s. Interesting (but we are not sure why), many of the street names in Jalan Besar bear the names of World War I British generals and admirals as well as two generals namely, French, Maude, Jellicoe, Tyrwhitt, Foch, Sturdee, Beatty and Petain. The names of battle places such as Flanders, Somme and Verdon are also reflected. […]
The Fabulous Baker Boy At Fort Canning Has Gotten Less Hot
After a lovely night at Novotel Clarke Quay, I figured the best way to end off a wonderful staycation would be a satisfying brunch at The Fabulous Baker Boy Cafe that’s right across the road. Not known to many of the younger Singaporeans, the foothills of Fort Canning Park used to be the former River Valley Swimming […]
Harry’s At Boat Quay Marks 22 Years With Complete Makeover
Stalwart brand Harry’s is no stranger to Singapore’s food and beverage scene, and its iconic flagship outlet at Boat Quay proves to be a game-changer after its million dollar makeover. Founded in 1992 as the first Jazz bar in the area, Harry’s at Boat Quay has grown from a quaint shop-house to a stunning establishment, […]
Universal Studios Singapore Halloween Horror Nights 4 Survival Guide Part 2
Halloween is finally here at Universal Studios Singapore! Halloween Horror Nights 4 is all set to wow and unleash more terror under the Demoncracy of Minister Jonah Hill. Before you proceed with this part of the Survival Guide, make sure you have checked out our Halloween Horror Nights 4 Survival Guide Part 1 for the exclusive lowdowns on the 4 […]
Top Cafes in Buona Vista – Best Cafes in Southern Singapore
Known for its hilly and winding roads through Kent Ridge area, Buona Vista (‘Good Sight’ in Italian) was named for the good view it offers. Today, the area is famed for its educational institutions and facilities as well as high-tech research industries that has called home in its lush green environment. Numerous cafes have sprung […]
Union Health Grant Promotes Healthy Living For Mature Workers
Singapore is facing a double whammy when it comes to manpower. Our island state is experiencing a fast ageing workforce and a tight labour market. With Singaporeans expressing their unhappiness for foreign manpower, the next best option for the Labour Movement would be to keep our mature workers happy and healthy so that they can […]
Fairmont Szechuan Court & Kitchen Weekend Dim Sum Buffet
Singaporeans love Dim Sum especially when they are delivered ala-carte buffet style. When I found out that my Classic Far Card (one of the two of free membership programmes offered by American Express Platinum Credit Card) was having a 20% discount off Fairmont Hotel Szechuan Court & Kitchen famous Weekend Dim Sum Buffet, I picked up the phone […]
Tai Hang Fire Dragon Dance & Mid-Autumn Festival, Hong Kong
The Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival falls on 8 September 2014. It is one of the important festivals that gets celebrated with zest in Hong Kong. The locals still practise the tradition of presenting mooncakes as gifts for their family members and close friends. Hong Kong people also take the opportunity to organise reunion dinners with their family […]
Universal Studios Singapore Halloween Horror Nights 4 Survival Guide Part 1
Halloween Horror Nights 4 (HNN4) at Universal Studios Singapore has finally begun! Halloween Horror Nights 4 is all set to wow and unleash more terror under the Demoncracy of Minister Jonah Hill. This year, you and your comrades need to survive 4 haunted houses, 4 scare zones, 444 scare actors and 13 nights of horror from 3 October to 1 November 2014!. For the first […]
Lee Min Ho Celebrate OSIM 35th Anniversary In Singapore
The Korean superstar and drama prince, Lee Min Ho, was in Singapore to celebrate OSIM 35th anniversary on 27 September 2014. Lee Min Ho is the first Korean endorser for chic sofa, uDiva which consists of triple enjoyment massage sofa that can transform into a relaxing launder or a full-body massage chair such as Infinity It-8500. […]
Top Cafes In Bedok & Changi – Best Cafes in Eastern Singapore
Bedok and Changi are linked by some of Singapore’s most scenic parks and connectors. From a former sand quarry to a beautiful reservoir park, Bedok Reservoir Park enjoys popularity with joggers and water sports enthusiasts. Similarly, the pockets of greens at Changi provided idyllic charm and opportunities to pop up cafes for folks to chill and relax. Here’s […]
