Top Ang Mo Kio, Bishan & Thomson Cafes – Best in Central Singapore
Ang Mo Kio, Bishan and Thomson are three densely populated neighbourhood towns in Singapore that command premium price due to its close proximity to the central and city area. To service its residents, small boutique cafes have been popping up like mushrooms in the area. We’ve put together a list of Top Cafes in Ang Mo Kio, […]
6 Easy Steps To Eat Your Hairy Crabs
Starting right before the Mid-Autumn Festival, PUTIEN ushers in a blissful Autumn with the quintessential delicacy of the season: Korla Pears, pomelo and soybeans, light and refreshing on the palate that complements the all-time favourite, the limited Taihu Hairy Crabs. They have also thoughtfully came up with an infographic to teach you 6 easy steps […]
Raw Review: The Miggo Camera Strap. More Than Meets The Eye
“WRAP” & “STRAP”. Those are 2 words that aren’t commonly used in conjunction with each other. But for the MIGGO camera strap it’s second nature. Looking nothing like a camera strap, it’s sleek black fabric with a colored accent ,screamed “hipster” (not in a bad way). But being more than a good looking camera accessory, I am pleased […]
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 […]