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Gini in a Champagne Bottle

Regrettably, we didn’t get around to writing anything for this column this week. That’s because we were too busy snorting diamonds and setting Louis Vuitton bags on fire at Pangaea. Haven’t you heard? Everyone’s at it! If the Wall Street Journal was to be believed a few weeks back, most of Singapore is busy chalking up six-figure bar bills, mopping the Cristal stains off their Lanvin suits and—sorry, “the sound of a Ferrari zooming past” distracted our train of thought there.

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So where we were? Oh yes, not writing this column while gaily dancing on a crocodile-skinned couch at the world’s most expensive club. Is that the taxi uncle from earlier over there with those models? Surely that can’t be our high school math teacher in the “futuristic-looking white top embellished with silver at its collar” who’s worth “six to seven billion U.S. dollars…for a fact”? Actually, it might well be, only we’ve no way of knowing because we’re not really there. In keeping with the theme of the article in question, this column is taking place mostly in our imagination. (Welcome! Please leave your Louboutin heels at the door.) Not really partying then, but really writing this column seems like a pretty poor trade-off, given how much fun everyone else is apparently having. Everyone except us and Gini, that is. Gini can’t get in at Pangaea. Or Filter (which recently upped its exclusive access policy another notch by closing down completely). Gini doesn’t know much about Chanel 2.55 bags. All Gini knows about is the income disparity between rich and poor, a.k.a. the Gini coefficient. Which, in Singapore, is the second highest in the developed world. Meaning, thankfully, we’re not the only people not at Pangaea! (Keep up in the back, there.) Now, we could go on to say that in light of such an appalling statistic, such displays of excess and extravagance are in pretty poor taste. But frankly, we’re too busy imagining a world in which dancing on a table made from a 1,000 year old tree while wearing a fake shark’s head is considered some kind of accomplishment, to care.

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CALENDAR Essential Events April 12 - April 25 DON’T Miss

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Star Bites Michelin star chefs like Mauro Colegreco and Margo Janse are some of the big names to look out for at Savour 2013. Apr 12-14, 11am. F1 Pit Building. See Food & Drink, page 25.

Park Life Don’t forget to bring your picnic basket to the opening night staging of Shakespeare in the Park—Othello. Apr 24, 7:30pm. Fort Canning Park. See Theater, page 24.

CALENDAR APRIL 13, SATURDAY All the coolest finds from indie retailers like BooksActually and Supermama at PICNIC. 4pm. Open field in front of Block 129, Serangoon North Ave.1. See Sales & Fairs, page 26. I-S Xperience: Nature Calls. Six readers will get to grow their own crops and cook them on the spot. Plus they get a free staycation. Through Apr 14. D’Kranji Fram Resort, 10 Neo Tiew Lane 2, 6862-9717. Check out more I-S Xperiences at www.is-magazine. com/isx. Gorgeous Decadence V promises lots of free booze and a stylish crowd. After all, it is famous aesthetician Georgia Lee’s annual shindig that’s thrown for absolutely no real reason, except to party like there’s no tomorrow. 8pm. Pangaea, Crystal Pavilion South #B2-05, Marina Bay Sands, 2 Bayfront Ave., 6688-7448. Invite-only.

Midnight Shift Label Showcase. The reliable Midnight Shift collective is at it again, this time round featuring DJs Eddie Niguel and Deetron at the decks. 10pm. Velvet Underground. See DJ Gigs, page 26. APRIL 14, SUNDAY Donate books and CDs at the Singapore Really Really Free Market 23 and exchange some back. There will also be tarot card and poetry readings. 10am. Tiong Bahru Community Centre, 67A Eu Chin St., 6323-5838. Free. BBQ, beer and seriously funky music at the much-missed Sunday at the Training Shed. Dogs are optional, but your Sunday best isn’t. 3pm. The Training Shed. See Etc, page 25. APRIL 15, MONDAY Watch aspiring poets do their thing and get inspired at Home Club presents SPEAK. 9pm. Home Club. See Etc, page 25.

APRIL 16, TUESDAY Serious food fans must not miss this year’s World Gourmet Summit 2013, featuring even more seasonal menus (and star chefs). Various venues. Through Apr 26. See Food & Drink, page 25.

weight will want to check out the sexy female duo behind the DJ console at this fab gig. They play multi-dimensional deep house and smooth techno sets coupled with sultry vocals, by the way. 10pm. The Mansion, #02-10/15 Pacific Plaza, 9 Scotts Rd.,6734-2276. Free

APRIL 17, WEDNESDAY Theo.do.lites art Apr 20, SATURDAY exhibition opening. iFS White Collar Boxing Blond:Ish Mingle with the arty crowd and Challenge. If watching white drink complimentary wine at the collar workers have a go at each showcase featuring scenes from other turns you on, this is probably Singapore’s urban landscapes. ICA your go-to sporting event of the Gallery, LASALLE College of the Arts, year. Raffles City Convention Centre, 1 McNally St., 6496-5000. Free. 2 Stamford Rd., 6787-2288. APRIL 18, THURSDAY All the funnies at One Mic Stand ft. Kumar. Hey, any excuse to perk up the mid-week. 9pm. Home Club. See Comedy, page 24. APRIL 19, FRIDAY ABSOLUT*E ft. Blond:ish. Anyone worth their DJ-ing (or modeling)

Techno magic aplenty with Frank Wiedemann at Super 0 Season – Party 3. This is the third in the new series of pop-up parties coorganized by the Spa Esprit group, so at least it’s going to be special. 10pm. #03-21 Blk. 9, Gillman Barracks, 9 Lock Rd. $18-20.

Continue your dance marathon at Zouk 22nd Anniversary: The Zoukolympics featuring Gareth Emery with Hong. See DJ Gigs, page 28. APRIL 21, SUNDAY Broadcast HQ Presents International Record Shop Day. Buy discounted CDs and vinyls and enjoy brunch coupled with good music—we cannot imagine a better way to wrap up the week. 12pm. Broadcast HQ. See Sales & Fairs, page 26. APRIL 24, TUESDAY The Radio Dept. returns for their sophomore gig. Dream-pop hasn’t sounded so sweet in a long time. 8pm. TAB. See Scenestealer, page 23. APRIL 25, THURSDAY Kraftwerk 3-D Concert. Missed the techo pioneers’ last gig here? Here’s your chance to redeem yourself. 8pm, Esplanade Theatre. See Concerts & Gigs, page 24.

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Mex Out The buzz: Now the Spanish fever has died down, it seems like Singaporean foodies are looking to conquer South America, what with places like Lucha Loco, Pistola and SUR heating up the scene. New contender Mex Out joins in to make affordable, fresh Mexican grub an everyday thing for urban professionals. The vibe: Not a fancy date destination. It reminds us a bit of US chain Chipotle, but rugged accents like rough-hewn wooden tables and burgundy leather couch, plus an old school chalkboard menu, add a good dose of personality to the space.

The food: Pick from one of five formats—burrito (from $10), taco (3 for $13), rice bowl ($13), salad bowl ($13) or nachos ($13)—and fill it up with an array of meats as cochinta pibil (braised pork shoulder) and carne asada (grilled flank steak), or go green with their vegetable de la cruz (veggie stew). As for add-ons, be spoilt for choice with red rice, pinto beans, black beans, cheese, guacamole and five(!) salsas including a mango version and a fire-roasted jalapeno one. Those savvy about their Mexican cuisine will be pleased that they use corn tortillas for tacos, though flour ones are available too.

#01-01 Far East Square, 39 Pekin St., 6536-9953, www.mexout.com. Open Mon-Fri 11am-10pm.

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The drinks: A pretty skimpy drinks list here of Corona by the bottle ($9) and margaritas by the glass ($10) or jug ($30). Then again, it’s in the CBD, and we wouldn’t want to stagger back to the office drunk from lunch, would we? Why you’ll be back: If you’ve been aching for casual Mexican food, this is probably the place to go for a quick and easy fix. Plus, it’s unpretentious, efficient and affordable, so you won’t have to make a huge production of your meal. Clara Lim

COVER STORY

Planning your trips for 2013? We have everything from mega music festivals, international sports events and even unique holidays for food and wine lovers. By the I-S Team.

e may have our Formula 1 Grand Prix, ZoukOut, World Gourmet Summit and Timbre Rock & Roots, but ardent lovers of music festivals and live sports may want to look further afield this summer to get their fix. The typical Southeast Asian backpack tracks have been written about, read and tread countless times, so this time we’re looking at this side of the globe’s most interesting events to give you an excuse to jump on that plane. Whether your choice travel souvenir is swords, snowboards, signed CDs, soju or sauvignon blanc, there’s a little something here for everyone.

JAPAN Getting There

Sumo Wrestling Grand Tournament

Fuji Rock Festival

Through May 6

Iga Ueno Ninja Festival

Ninety minutes east of Osaka sits Iga, a city that pays tribute each year to the legendary covert mercenaries by hosting ninja performances, competitions and instruction sessions. All of the citizens get involved, train passengers dressed like ninjas get free rides, and the city council hosts a dress-up session called Ninja Congress. www.iganinja.jp. Free.

Osaka Prefectural Gymnasium, Naniwa Ward, Nanbanaka, +81 6 6631-0121, www.sumo.or.jp. JPY2,000Iga Ueno Ninja 14,300 ($26-187) from www.sumoFestival ticket.jp.

May 12-26 (Tokyo); July 7-21 (Nagoya)

Sumo Wrestling: Grand Tournament

(grand champion) emerges for the day’s final bout. We recommend showing up first thing in the morning; it’s entirely acceptable to squat terrifyingly close to the action in front-row boxes, as their wealthy owners seldom show up before mid-afternoon when the best fighters toss chalk and take center stage.

As unique as it is unforgettable, witnessing supersized sumo wrestlers duke it out live should be on every sports fan’s bucket list. Stables of wrestlers only hit the elevated ring for six tournaments a year, but each event lasts 15 days and the steep admission price seems all the more reasonable when you realize that dozens of fights occur before a yokozuna

July 26-29

Fuji Rock Festival

In truth, the event was only held on Mount Fuji once, and those who witnessed the legendary show have contributed to the lore that has turned Fuji Rock into Japan’s largest outdoor music festival (the story involves a typhoon, hypothermia and the Red Hot Chili Peppers). The annual event now boasts over 200 acts across seven stages, and in the past two years the crowds have swelled over

the 100,000 mark to see sets from Coldplay, Radiohead, Jack White, Elvis Costello, the Stone Roses and Noel Gallagher. The line-up for 2013 rolls out over the next few months, but they’ve already announced that Nine Inch Nails and Bjork will be headliners and that acts like Of Monsters and Men, FUN and The xx will appear. It’s worth the trip north. Various venues, www.smash-uk.com/frf13. JPY17,800-42,800 ($232-560) from www. ganban-frf.ocnk.net.

Fly direct between Singapore and Tokyo with Japan Airlines for $969 return, Singapore Airlines for $1,192 return or All Nippon Airways for $977 return. For the SingaporeOsaka route, Cathay Pacific fares are $772 return, Thai Airways fares are $763 return and China Eastern Airlines fares are $674 return.

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Summer Sonic 2013

This two-day fest takes place in Tokyo and Osaka simultaneously, and this year’s lineup is absolutely crazy: Metallica, Linkin Park, Muse, The Smashing Pumpkins, M.I.A., Cyndi Lauper and John Legend.

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QVC Marine Field and Makuhari Messe, Nakase, Mihama-ku, Chiba City, www. summersonic.com. JPY15,500-28,000 ($202366) for Tokyo and JPY13,000-23,000 ($174308) for Osaka from www.summersonic. com/2013/tickets.

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COVER STORY AUSTRALIA July 26-28

Splendour in the Grass

Wellingtons, hipsters, sunnies, art installations and crazy outfits: it must be a live music festival out in a big open space. One of the country’s most popular music events of the Splendour in the Grass year, Splendour in the Grass keeps its visitors happily hippie-fied with open-air yoga sessions, market stalls and performance artists. Sandwiched between the two massive summer music festivals in Japan, Byron Bay’s Splendour in the Grass organizers have said that they work closely together to bring the best acts to the New South Wales location. Rumors are that Bob Dylan, Polyphonic Spree, OutKast rapper Big Boi, Deap Vally and Wavves will take the stage at the Aussie three-day festival—which is similar to the UK’s Glastonbury and

America’s Coachella. There’s an option to camp out at this year’s new location of North Byron Parklands, but if you’re not the sleeping bag type, be sure to book early enough so you can get comfortable accommodation nearby. North Byron Parklands, New South Wales, splendourinthegrass.com. AU$135-350 ($175-455) from www. moshtix.com.au.

November 5

Melbourne Cup Carnival

Australia’s ultimate racing event at Flemington, now in its 153rd year, is a time for fascinators, Champagne, the British royal family, Aussies dressed to the nines falling drunkenly all over the place and, oh yes, horses. Celebrities Rose Bryne, Delta Goodrem, Ronan Keating and cricketer Shane Warne were all in attendance last year. Flemington The Event Centre, 548 Racecourse Rd., Flemington, Victoria, +61 3 8378-0747, melbournecup.com. AU$55-489 ($71-635) from www.melbournecup.com/tickets.

November 22-24

Margaret River Gourmet Escape

A perfect way to de-stress from our hectic lifestyle is to relax in nature, breathe unpolluted air, taste dishes made by world-class chefs and sip wine Margaret River from Margaret River—the country’s Gourmet Escape famous wine region in Western Australia. The destination is holding their second annual Gourmet Escape with tastings from the area’s wineries (there’s close to 100), top-notch cuisine, cooking classes by celebrity chefs, live music playing around the vineyards, and street parties. It’s just over a three-hour drive south of Perth so even if you’re not in town for the event, it’s still worth a trip to visit their cellars—a monthly farmers’ market, surf beaches and exhibitions from regional artists. Margaret River, Western Australia, +61 2 93329000, www.gourmetescape.com.au. AU$37-150 ($48-195) from premier.ticketek.com.au.

Getting There Qantas flies direct to Sydney for $907 return, Singapore Airlines flies there for $1,200 return and British Airways flies there for $819 return, while Scoot flies there $464 return. Singapore-Melbourne flights go from $903 return with Emirates, $1,216 return with Qantas, $1,353 return with Singapore Airlines and $883 return with Jetstar. For Singapore-Perth services, Jetstar fares are $634 return, Qantas fares are $710 return, British Airways fares are $824 return and Singapore Airlines fares are $902.

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NEW ZEALAND

Queenstown Winter Festival

June 21-30

August 9-25

Queenstown Winter Festival

Wellington on a Plate

The beginning of the winter season in Queenstown draws in more than a few snowboarders and skiers to the slopes at the lake and alpine resort area. Every year New Zealand’s adventure capital turns into a 10-day party with fireworks, street parades, food and wine events, live music, mountain races, comedy and a whole mess of winter activities to get involved in. There’s no room for hesitation in this extreme sport-crazy place, so when you’re not enjoying the festivities, take advantage of the regular offerings around the area such as bungee jumping and skydiving.

WanderLust unsatisfied?

This culinary festival has a little something for everyone. From a craft beer celebration called Beervana to the New Zealand Chocolate Festival to the popular Battle of the Burger, the country’s largest food event in Wellington is sure to be a buttonbursting good time. Dine Wellington— the main event during the festivities— sees over a hundred of the region’s restaurants offer up special set lunch menus and dinner deals for two weeks.

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Various venues, +64 4473-8044, www. wellingtononaplate.com. Free-NZ$190 ($196) from www.bookitsecure.com.

Various venues, www.winterfestival.co.nz. Tickets go on sale on May 2.

Getting There Wellington on a Plate

Fly from Singapore to Auckland with Singapore Airlines for $1,655 return and Jetstar for $964 return.

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COVER STORY HONG KONG

post-punk maestros have a dedicated fan base and are known for crafting dreamy, epic soundscapes and performing in a highly evocative (though totally made-up) language. Hall 8, Asia World-Expo, Chek Lap Kok, www.sigurros.co.uk. HK$750 ($121) from www.hkticketing.com.

May 23–26

Art Basel

Sigur Rós Live in Hong Kong 2013

May 21

Sigur Rós Live in Hong Kong 2013

If you missed their previous gig here, Icelandic post-rock band Sigur Rós will be performing live in concert at Hong Kong’s AsiaWorldExpo. Established in 1994, the post-classical,

This art show—which already has editions in Basel and Miami Beach—debuts in Hong Kong with top 20th and 21st century paintings, sculptures, drawings, installations, photographs and video works by more than 2,000 artists. The exhibition is split into four sectors: Insights (focusing on Asian works), Discoveries (for international artists), Encounters (large scale sculptures and installations) and Magazines (with presentations by guest speakers). Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC), 1 Harbour Rd, Wan Chai, www.artbasel.com. HK$250-750 ($40-121) from www.hkticketing.com.

Getting There Cathay Pacific flies to Hong Kong for $529 return, Singapore Airlines flies the route for $548 return and Jetstar Asia flies there for $365 return.

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MALAYSIA June 28-30

Rainforest World Music Festival

Poker-faced, bearded hipsters playing on triangles don’t do it for you? Give those indie festivals a miss and try this one for size. Your ears are in for a treat at this global gathering of world musicians and ethnic music lovers, where daily workshops and jamming sessions culminate in a smorgasbord of live music each nightfall. It’s a rare chance to catch acclaimed international veterans like Louisiana’s Cajun-Creole band the Pine Leaf Boys, Irish folk music group Kila and South African neotraditional master Dizu Plaatjies sharing the stage with indigenous musicians from the heart of Borneo. Sarawak Cultural Village, Kuching, +60 8242-3600, www.rwmf.net. RM120-330 ($48-132) from www. ticketcharge.com.my.

Getting There Malaysia Airlines flies to Kuching for $215 return and Singapore Airlines flies there for $276 return.

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October 11-15

Ubud Writers & Readers Festival

Calling all bookworms and suffragettes. You’ll want to head on down to Ubud for the super-sized 10th edition of Southeast Asia’s most well-known literary event. This year’s festival pays homage to Indonesian women’s rights pioneer R.A. Kartini with a special focus on issues, inspiration and stories by and for modernday women. Various venues in

Ubud, Bali, +62 361-7808932, www. ubudwritersfestival.com. Price TBA.

November 16-January 6, 2014

Biennale Jogja XII

Art junkies, get your fix at this multicultural art show organized by

Ubud Writers & Readers Festival

the Yogyakarta Biennale Foundation (which promotes equal representation in the international art scene). This year’s project sees Indonesia partnering with Arab countries, encouraging an eye-opening dialogue with the contemporary Arab art world. Yogyakarta, +62 (0) 274-587712, www. biennalejogja.org/2013. Price TBA.

Getting There Garuda Indonesia flies to Denpasar, Bali for $363 return, Singapore Airlines flies there for $568 return and Jetstar flies there for $209 return. AirAsia flies direct to Yogyakarta for $266 return and Garuda Indonesia flies there (via Jakarta) for $363 return.

SOUTH KOREA July 13-23

July 26-28

Boryeong Mud Festival

Ansan Valley Rock Festival

The Korean government likes to credit this festival’s growth to the restorative properties of Boryeong’s mud flats and the natural beauty of this small town, located a couple hours south of Seoul. Well, we’ve been to the event and let’s just say that it isn’t quiet mud baths that have made this the peninsula’s most popular draw for expats and tourists alike. Convenience stores effortlessly fulfil their beer-selling quotas as the packed beach plays host to mud wrestling, mud sliding, mud swimming and even a mud marathon. For the mud lazy or mud drunk, a main stage hosts live bands all day and fireworks after dark. Daecheon Beach, Sinheuk-dong, Boryeong-si, Chungcheongnam-do, www.mudfestival.or.kr. Free.

It’s growing. The rock-a-palooza formerly known as the Jisan Valley Rock Festival had their main stage rocked by headliners Radiohead and James Blake last summer, and while the line-up for this year’s event is still pending; expect similar caliber acts as the venue (or valley, rather) has been upgraded to accommodate more tents and concertgoers. n www.valleyrockfestival.com. Price TBA.

Ansan Valley Rock Festival

Getting There Asiana Airlines flies a Singapore-Seoul service for $961 return, Korean Air flies the route for $947 return, Singapore Airlines flies there for $1,191 return and Scoot will fly there from $516 return from June 12.

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ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT Party/Festival Of The Year:

Pure

• Laneway Festival • ZoukOut • Timbre Rock & Roots • Mosaic Music Festival • Singapore Grand Prix

Best Concert Venue: • The Padang • Indoor Stadium • Fort Canning • Esplanade • RWS • The Star Performing Arts Centre

Joel Robuchon

Best Exhibition Or Arts Event:

Tanjong Beach Club

Best Local Production: • Swimming with Sharks • La Cage Aux Follies • Shakespeare in the Park • The Crucible

Pan Pacific

• Art Stage Singapore 2013 • Affordable Art Fair • Archifest • Andy Warhol:15 Minutes Eternal • Singapore Writer's Festival • Night Festival

Best Museum:

ZoukOut

• National Museum • Singapore Art Museum (inc 8Q SAM) • ArtScience Museum • Asian Civilisations Museum • Mint Museum of Toys

Best Art Gallery: • Vue Privée • Opera Gallery • Art Plural Gallery • Singapore Tyler Print Institute • MAD Museum of Art & Design • The Substation • Michael Janssen Gallery ArtScience Museum

Pact

Best Live Music Venue:

Artist Of The Year: • :phunk Studio • Justin Lee • Sean Lee • John Clang • Lee Wen

NIGHTLIFE Nightspot Of The Year: • Avalon • Zouk • Home Club • Ku Dé Ta • Butter Factory • Tanjong Beach Club • Mink

Best Lounge Club: Andy Warhol:15 Minutes Eternal

• Fabrika • Breeze

• Pangaea • Woo Bar • Royal Room • Velvet Underground

Best New Bar: • Bitters & Love • 47 Keong Saik Street • The Vault • The Cufflink Club • Woo bar • Broadcast HQ • Jigger & Pony

Best Cocktail Bar: • Néktar • 28 HongKong Street • Jigger & Pony • 47 Keong Saik Street • Maison Ikkoku • Tippling Club

Best Rooftop Bar: • Ying Yang • Lantern • Ku Dé Ta • 1-Altitude • Kinki • Loof

Timbre

• Timbre • Harry's Bar • Blu Jaz • The Pump Room • Hard Rock Cafe • Wala Wala • Barbershop • TAB

Best Microbrewery: • RedDot Brewhouse • Brewerkz • Level 33 • The Pump Room • Jungle Beer

Best Wine Bar: • Verre • Vintry • Wine Connection • Praelum • O Batignolles

Bartender Of The Year: • Anthony Zhong (Jigger & Pony) • Aubrey Sim (B28) • Ethan Leslie Leong (Maison Ikkoku) • Din Hassan (Bitters & Love) • Michael Callahan (28 HongKong Street) • Stefan Ravalli (The Library)

Best Local DJ: • Aldrin • AOS Collective • Funk Bastard • Hong

IT’S YOUR TURN It’s that time of the year when we put our opinions aside and let you do the talking. A chance for you, our loyal readers, to tell us which you think are the most interesting, innovative and downright awesome individuals, venues, products and services in Singapore. It only takes a few minutes (you can vote in just one category if you’re feeling especially lazy) and you stand a chance to win some fabulous prizes, including ﬂight tickets to Bangkok, staycations at some top hotels and, if you’re really lucky/persuasive/single, invites to the awards night party itself. So take a look at some of the nominees below (these are just to get you started, you can vote for whoever you like) and make your vote count.

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SHOPPING

Best New Restaurant:

Best Fashion Brand: • Sifr • In Good Company • Max Tan • Hansel • Ling Wu • MILS

Best Dessert Spot: Catalunya

• Surrender • Blackmarket • Pact • Front Row • Workshop Element • Two.o.ri

• Catalunya • LA CANTINE • Broadcast HQ • &Made • POLLEN • FoodBar DaDa • Lucha Loco • Lolla

Best Lifestyle Boutique:

Chef Of The Year:

Best Indie Boutique:

• G.O.D • Artsyfact • World Savage • Strangelets • Roccoco Kent

Best Market: • Sunday Artists Market • MAAD • Flea & Easy • Public Garden • Handmade Movement • Loewen Garden Catalunya

Best Mall: • ION Orchard • 313@somerset • Plaza Singapura • Mandarin Gallery • The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands • Wisma Atria • Orchard Central

DINING

• Justin Quek (Sky on 57) • Andre Chiang (Restaurant Andre) • Ryan Clift (Tippling Club and Open Door Policy) • Travis Masiero (Luke's Oyster Bar & Chop House) • Willin Low (Wild Rocket, Relish) • Daniel Sia (The Disgruntled Chef)

Best Brunch: • Greenhouse • Privé • Wild Honey • Tanjong Beach Club • House • Equinox Restaurant • Au Jardin • Spruce • Symmetry • Edge

Best Coffee Joint:

Best Restaurant: • db Bistro Moderne • Bistro Soori • Restaurant Andre • Joël Robuchon • Iggy's • Les Amis • Tippling Club

• Jewel • Chye Seng Huat Hardware • Kith • Toby's Estate

Chye Seng Huat Hardware

• 40 Hands • Jimmy Monkey • Oriole

• 2am: Dessert bar • Antoinette • 1-Caramel • Canelé • Obolo

Best Hawker Center: • Tiong Bahru • Old Airport Road • Maxwell • Newton • Chomp Chomp • Amoy • East Coast • Makansutra

Best Food Event: • Chefs with Altitude • Epicurean Market • Savour • World Gourmet Summit • Asian Masters • Gastrogig • Diner En Blanc

HEALTH AND FITNESS Best Gym: • Pure Fitness • True Fitness • California Fitness • Fitness First • Ritual • Reebok Crossﬁ t Enduro Box • AlphaFit

Best Spa: • Banyan Tree Spa Marina Bay Sands • ESPA • St. Gregory Spa • Auriga Spa • CHI, The Spa • Spa Esprit at House • Away Spa • Ayuthaya

Best Yoga Studio: • Hom Yoga • Bikram Yoga City Hall • COMO Shambala Urban Escape • Yoga Movement • Yoga on Nassim • Pure Yoga • True Yoga

Best Gym Alternative: • Evolve MMA • Bobbi's Pole Dance Studio • Wave House Sentosa • Climbers Laboratory • Playlor • SKI360 Cable-Ski Park

Best Pilates: • PowerMoves—Pilates in the Park • Sky Pilates • The Moving Body • Options Studio • Pilates Bodyworks • Upside Motion

Best Running Event : • Standard Chartered • Sundown Marathon • Green Corridor Run • New Balance Real Run • Swissotel Vertical Marathon • North Face Singapore 100 • Energizer Singapore Night Trail

TRAVEL Asia-Pacific's Best Airline: • Singapore Airlines • Cathay Paciﬁ c • Thai Airways • Japan Airlines • Qantas • Asiana • Qatar

Best Budget Airline: • AirAsia • Tiger Airways • Jetstar • Scoot • Cebu Paciﬁ c

Best New Hotel:

Most Promising Startup: • Kezaar • Dropmysite • Viddsee • HipVan • RedMart.com • Bellabox

W Hotel

• Mövenpick Heritage Hotel Sentosa • W Hotel • PARKROYAL on Pickering • Village Hotel Katong • Equarius Hotel • Days Hotel Singapore At Zhongshan Park • Naumi Liora • Kam Leng • Hard Rock Hotel

Best Boutique Hotel: • The Sultan • The Scarlet • The Club Hotel • Wanderlust • Klapsons • The Quincy Hotel • Kam Leng • Moon Hotel • Naumi Liora

Best Hotel: • The Ritz-Carlton • Fullerton Bay • Grand Hyatt • Shangri-La • Mandarin Oriental • Marina Bay Sands • St Regis • Grand Hyatt • Capella • Pan Paciﬁ c

TECH Coolest Local App: • Newsloop • Uber • GreenPost • Burpple • LobangClub

Best Creative Networking Event: • Creative Mornings • Pecha Kucha • Web Wednesday • Business Rocks • Creative Mixer • Green Drinks • Open Coffee Club

OTHERS Best New Attraction:

Gardens by the Bay

• Gardens by the Bay • Marine Life Park • River Safari • Quayside Isle

Hottest Neighborhood In Town: • Tiong Bahru • Haji Lane • Jalan Besar • Little India • Duxton Hill

Best I-S Distribution Venue: • Wine Connection • Dome Cafe @ UOB • Bar Bar Black Sheep • Toby's Estate • Sansui Sumiyaki & Bar • Chevron House

Cityscape

Aw-inspiring Writer Tash Aw talks to Clara Lim and Ric Stockfis about Shanghai, Singapore, and why we are more interesting than dragons and zombies.

ell-known for acclaimed novels The Harmony Silk Factory (2005) and Map of the Invisible World (2009), this literary dynamo has just released a third book, Five Star Billionaire, which follows five Malaysian expats as they chase their dreams in contemporary Shanghai. He currently teaches creative writing at NTU. Where did the idea for Five Star Billionaire come from? When I was sitting in a late-night Taiwanese dessert place in Shanghai, I heard some people talking with a Malaysian accent. Eventually I realised they were from the neighbourhood I grew up in, and they were talking about someone I’d known when I was a teenager! From that moment on I kept running into Malaysians and Singaporeans, and I was so struck by how they had just completely reinvented themselves. Modern Shanghai allows you to do that, because no one’s really interested in your past—they’re on this super-fast expressway into the future. The standard thing in the West is to be really snobbish about New Asia: “It’s all about money, there’s no culture.” But I don’t see why we should judge people for wanting to make money and live a certain lifestyle, when they’ve never had those opportunities.

Do you think there are systemic problems in Singapore that discourage writing? Writing requires you to question stuff that’s going on inside yourself—that’s not something the educational system here encourages. My students have potential, but I’m trying to get them to stop writing about zombies and dragons and start writing more about themselves. These kids have very vivid and active imaginations. I’d just like that to be pointed towards stuff that really matters. You can argue until you’re blue in the face, but you’re never going to convince me that dragons are the key to your existence.

Are you surprised that we haven’t produced more literature? Singapore has everything it takes—high levels of “I don’t see education and literacy, high disposable income. why we should There should be more people reading and more judge people for people buying books and becoming wanting to make writers. It always money and live a depresses me when hear people in certain lifestyle, ISingapore and when they’ve Malaysia complain never had those that books are expensive, when opportunities.” they’ll happily spend Were you worried about censorship at all? a hundred dollars Personally, I felt much less constrained in China than I do in on dinner. I think Singapore is very Malaysia or Singapore. Contrary to what we think in the West, creative, with great film-makers and Chinese people have a really sharp sense of what is going on visual artists. Literature is the one around them. They know what’s happening politically, and say a thing that’s lagging behind. n lot of stuff in blogs and in real life. They’re very well-informed and they can get the information they need. Tash Aw is in the midst of a publicity blitz around Singapore. Catch him on April 12 at the Arts House (7:30pm) and April 13 at Littered with Books (2pm) and Select Books (4:30pm). Read the full interview and hear Tash Aw talk about his time in Singapore by downloading the I-S Tablet App

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Asia Major If you liked Five Star Billionaire, keep an eye out for these other new variations on the same theme.

How to Get Filthy Rich in Rising Asia by Mohsin Hamid It’s no surprise that Hamid, who broke ground with his cult junkie novel Moth Smoke and post-9/11 tale The Reluctant Fundamentalist, continues to disregard literary convention. His latest, about a boy chasing his twin obsessions—success and love—in an unnamed Asian city, is written like a self-help bible and narrated entirely in the second person.

Crazy Rich Asians by Kevin Kwan Rachel agrees to meet her boyfriend’s family for the first time, only to find out that everyone is bats**t insane in a way only the uber-rich can be. To be published in June, this satire of Singapore high society has already been touted as Asia’s answer to Pride and Prejudice, Bergdorf Blondes and TV soap Dallas.

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Nihiwatu

INDONESIA

Fruits of Labor Bali’s nightlife center Kuta makes the place seem like sin city. But the province also includes plenty more sedate, consciencesoothing properties. Take for instance, eco-friendly resort Nihiwatu (Kuta Poleng Complex Block C/2 Kuta, Bali, +62 3 6175-7149), which just relaunched under new management with rates starting at US$595 ($747). Located on Sumba Island, the retreat has 27-villas and is powered by bio-fuel produced from coconuts at its

on-premise bio-diesel factory. In addition, the establishment supports charitable trust, The Sumba Foundation, which provides a clean water supply to villages as well as dealing with malnutrition and educational needs on the island. Read more at www. nihiwatu.com. THE PHILIPPINES

Prize Draw Famous Singapore landmark the Raffles Hotel has expanded to the Philippines. A ninth project by the Raffles Hotels and

Resorts group, the Raffles Makati (1 Laem Set Road, Na-Muang Koh Samui, Raffles Drive, Makati Ave., Manila, +63 +66 0 7742-9800) is now offering a 2555-9777) is located in Metro Manila. Sleep Enhancement program, which The 30-story building includes 32 suites, lasts at least five nights—from B86,800 plus 237 residences (for private sale). ($3,638)—and includes Ayurvedic Rates start at PHP18,800 massage, acupuncture, yoga, ($576) and each of the herbal foot baths and foot suites boasts floormassage, plus personal to-ceiling windows counselling on lifestyle with unobstructed habits and personal views of the city issues. Get the full skyline. Makati is details at www. the financial hub for kamalaya.com. the Philippines, home MOBILE APP to foreign Embassies and the Philippine Stock Exchange, with a rich arts Kamalaya Koh Samui Hotel booking website scene and plenty of retail HotelClub (www.hotelclub. options. Besides that, there com) has just launched a new app for are attractions like Malacanang Palace iPhones and iPads, which allows users and Ayala Museum. Find out more at to get up to 70 percent off reservations www.raffles.com/makati. with mobile-exclusive deals. The app is pretty simple: It only has one function, to Thailand book hotel rooms. But it works well, with options filtered through handy categories such as proximity (useful for last minute If you’ve been plagued by one too bookings), review score, amenities, price many sleepless nights, we’ve found a and star-rating. Download the app at resort remedy. Thailand wellness retreat itunes.apple.com. Kamalaya Koh Samui (102/9 Moo 3,

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STYLE + LIVING + DINING | Get More Out of Singapore

Getting Crafty If you’ve ever wondered where bottle shops like The Good Beer Company (#02-58 Chinatown Complex, 335 Smith St., 9430-2750, www.facebook.com/goodbeersg) and Thirsty (#02-34 Liang Court Shopping Centre, 177 River Valley Rd., 8307-1995, www.thirsty.com.sg) get their rare craft brews, check out new importer and distributor Ten Green Bottles (502 Chai Chee Lane, 90095809, www.tengreenbottles.com.sg). They’re the only folks in town to carry suds by award-winning Australian label Feral and New Zealand brewery 8 Wired. You have to buy in bulk (from $110/ case) but it’s a great deal and they provide free delivery. Don’t want to buy a whole case? Check them out at the upcoming BeerFest Asia 2013 (June 13-16) where they’ll offer smaller samples.

tech Espresso Engine

home In a New Light

fitness On the Upside

Make yourself a superior brew with Bugatti’s new range of Diva Coffee Machines, available for the first time here. These eye-catching babies boast a whole lot of attitude, created with water-based paints and vacuum chrome plating to minimize environmental impact. $1,899 upwards from Tangs (310 Orchard Rd., 6737-5500).

Make room for the new K H lamp (US$120 or $150, from www.kohconcepts.com) by Hong Kong-based design company K H Concepts, an environmentally friendly device made from repurposed water containers. We especially like the fact that they’re low on energy consumption, recyclable and lightweight. Oh, and there’s eight colors to choose from.

At first glance, the new Jawbone UP looks like any other fitness wristband, but it does way more. You can get a detailed report on your sleeping pattern, receive a promp when your body’s been idle for too long and—get this—tracks your mood based on your mental and physical conditions. $189.90 from Apple Shop by Infinity (Best Denki, #05-01/05 Ngee Ann City Shopping Centre, 391 Orchard Rd., 6732-7605).

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Shopping

Spring into Action Lightweight materials and standout prints dominate this year’s sassiest Spring/Summer collections, says Terry Ong.

ou know summer’s arrived when the blazing sun slows down your sartorial sensibilities and all you really want to step out of the house in are simple T-shirt and jeans. Thankfully, these groovy Spring/Summer finds compromise neither comfort nor style.

For Men

Fo r Wo m e n

Think Synch

Dior Homme

Alexander Wang

More standout pieces from two of our favorite local brands

The luxury fashion brand’s latest collection “Light” is certainly all that: Materials are as light and luminous as the name of the collection implies. Lightweight wools and Prince of Wales check, silk satin and taffeta, wool and silk knits, techno mesh and nylon canvas—it’s an impressive mix and match of materials that ensures that each piece is immaculately made and utterly wearable in this weather. Silhouettes are precise, soft and elongated for extra comfort while ribbed collar and cuffs, vertical pockets and drawstrings further add to the style quotient. The sleeveless sweaters are also a draw which allows wearers to slip them on and off with effortless ease.

Alexander Wang

$440 upwards from #B1-26/27/28 The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, 2 Bayfront Ave., 6688-7188.

$120 upwards from #02-03/04 Hilton Singapore, 581 Orchard Rd., 6304-3571.

Eototo This new-in-town Japanese brand sets itself apart with an Americana twist to great effect in the form of bold and colorful designs, patterns and prints across a selection of pieces like totes, pouches, lightweight scarves and socks. Punctuated by seriously trendy colorand print-blocking applications throughout pieces like short-sleeve button-downs, T-shirts, trousers, sweaters, cardigans and lightweight outerwear, as well as necklaces and bracelets inspired by Native Americans, it’s an effortlessly chic collection. $289 upwards from Club 21b, #01-07 Forum The Shopping Mall, 583 Orchard Rd., 6304-1459.

Experimental yet sophisticated, Wang’s Spring/Summer arrivals depict a linear quality that is clean and minimal with floating lines created by translucent fish wire, embroidery and exaggerated eyelets. The juxtaposition of tension and suspension are captured between structure and fluidity is what sets the collection apart, while exotic animal prints also permeate the collection made from a series of extensive embroidery techniques for an overall eyecatching collection. There are also some equally playful sportswear-inspired pieces featuring suspended patches fused with lucent fish wire on shirts and dresses for a visually stunning effect.

Club Monaco

Eototo

Inspired by New York and Los Angeles, this collection will capture all the attention that you need on the streets. Contrasting texture combinations like lace with metallic, leather and sheer fabrics ensure that movements are easy while you wear them, while more athlectic-inspired pieces—ranging from side-striped bottoms, color-blocked winbreakers and soft-stuctured sweatshirts—are equally inspired. Elsewhere, lively print blocking in camouflage and floral designs, soft botanical prints and water patterns ensure that this is one of the most on-trend collections for the year.

Dior Homme

Inspired by the art of synchronized swimming, the pieces come in outstanding colors like coral, fuchsia and red, and prints of smiling swimmers raising their arms in the air alternating with rows of upside-down legs with toes en pointe. This gets a perfect 10. $169 upwards from #02-14 Mandarin Gallery, 333A Orchard Rd., 6337-0992.

$69 upwards from #B1-12 Ngee Ann City, 391 Orchard Rd., 6732-1767.

Stella McCartney

For something more structured yet Stella McCartney Zilli playful, look no further than Stella For something even more easy McCartney’s latest collection which and timeless, try French brand plays with geometry in fresh and Zilli’s Spring/Summer pieces on hyper-realistic colors. Elliptical for size. Their resort-inspired shapes of white, bright orange collection is made from and black flow on sheer linear exceptional fabrics, coupled dresses, while ultra-fine silk rib with espadrilles and sandals, knits worn under micro-plisse combined with uber-luxurious create a slimming silhouette. beach bags (made from glazed Spearmint and paper white lambskin) that bring the art of idling gauze knits will also stand out at with elegance to a whole new level. Its the workplace, and sleeveless and Zilli cross-strap sandals with waterproof gripped belted summer tweed jackets in forest soles are also a hit, while ready-to-wear pieces green are exactly what the style doctor like shirts are infused with groovy gingham prints. prescribed for the season.

$700 upwards from #B2-227/228 The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, 2 Bayfront Ave., 6688-7490.

Hansel

MILS Up-and-comer Sunny Lim’s latest collection features pieces that are great for layering without breaking a sweat: Waterproof jackets and raincoats are made from lightweight fabrics while shirts are refinedly cut with a translucent quality.

$360 upwards from #02-19 Hilton Singapore, 581 Orchard Rd., 6304-3576.

$119 upwards from Hide & Seek, 71 Bussorah St., 6222-2825.

Club Monaco

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With Terry Ong

To the Nines

Blueprint Emporium

Blue in the Face

Come join us for a time of festivity, where there is an abundance of great authentic German food fare and beer. Watch and hear the live band and party the night away!

Fashionistas should start saving up for the upcoming Blueprint Emporium taking place May 18-19 at the Formula 1 Pit Building. Part of the Asia Fashion Exchange, you can get your hands on lesser known labels like Hong Kong’s MVT and RI.by.Carrie, Italy’s Anna e Alex and Duepunti, LA’s Rory Beca and Wildfox Couture and our very own GEORGINE and WSDM at very affordable prices, with more than 180 labels selling off sample pieces and past season collections at huge discounts. The event is great if you’re looking to stock up on accessories (there are going to be lots of quirky finds from Thai brands Nitz Design and OCTA too) or simply to check out what’s up-and-coming in the fashion scene. Bring plenty of cash. Log onto www.facebook.com/ BlueprintSingapore for updates.

OPEN STORE

CB2

2 June - Sunday Brunch

(Kids friendly event)

$68 $58 $78 $78

Prices include: 1 serving of authentic German food 1 drink (Erdinger beer, wine or soft drink)

$18

1 serving of authentic German food No complimentary drink

Grab your tickets now! www.myticket.asia

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Award Season On the subject of local brands and indie boutiques, vote for your favorites in our Readers’ Choice Awards (www. is.asia-city.com/rcawards2013) and be rewarded with even more fashionable finds like a Calvin Klein watch or Agnes b bag. This is one of the few platforms in town through which you can show support for some of our emerging fashion brands (in the Best Fashion Brand category for example, newbies MILS and In Good Company are up against established labels Sifr and Hansel), with voting ending April 26. Hurry up and play your part in shaping our local fashion scene by making your voice heard. terry@asia-city.com.sg

HOME concrete floors, exposed ceilings and raw brick walls. Bright pops of colors from the goods coupled with the nostalgic French windows of the heritage building keeps things fresh and youthful.

Event details and ticketing 30 May - Thursday Night 31 May - Friday Lunch Friday Night 1 June - Saturday Night

More pop-up goodness in the form of local label The Cult of Nine’s concept store at Blackmarket (#02-10 Orchard Central, 181 Orchard rd., 6834-5201) taking place through April 30. This sub-culture champion is well-known for their subversive logo tees, which rework the names of international high fashion labels like Comme des Garcons and YSL into “Comme des YouAre” and “SLY” respectively. You can get your hands on even more T-shirts (including previously sold-out editions) as well as the full range of their ready-to-wear collections here—a must for those serious about making a fashion statement.

The buzz: Soon after the opening of Crate and Barrel in late January, the folks at Proof Living are at it again with the launch of CB2, the American home furnishings chain’s sister store with an entirely different concept and collection. The vibe: Unlike Crate and Barrel’s neutral and calming interiors, the 6,000 square-foot space sports the now-ubiquitous industrial look with

The goods: Expect to find clever, convertible pieces that are great for compact interiors. There’s also limited-edition wall art, lighting, frames, clocks, bath wares, dinner wares and collectibles aside from the bigger furnishings. Designer-looking options like the cage pendant brass light ($259.95) and pony sprout chair ($239) are right on the money. Why you’ll be back: Even if you’re not shopping for big furniture items, this hip store carries an impressive array of cool stuff that will add the right accent to any space. Plus, Scandinavian style is so last year. Crystal Lee

2/F, Peranakan Place Complex, 178A Orchard Rd., 6732-5333, www.cb2.com. Open daily 10am-9pm.

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Heads Up

Flamboyant colors aside, the Audio-Technica ATH-WM77 ($88, from Stereo Electronics, #B423/24 ION Orchard, 2 Orchard Turn, 6634 3519, www.stereo.com.sg) has a wind-up mechanism for retracting cables when not in use.

The bigger your headphones, the better they need to look. By Crystal Lee

The new Denon AHD340 Music Maniac On-Ear Headphone ($369, from iStudio, #0102/03 Orchard Central, 181 Orchard Rd., 6884-9649, www.denonapac.com/ sg) delivers studio-quality sound tuned to a flat EQ through its custom-fit, memory foam ear pads.

Sunglasses meet headphones in the Skullcandy Navigator ($165.90, from Gramophone, #01-21/22/23 The Cathay, 2 Handy Rd., 6235-3105, www.skullcandy.com), a swanky, lightweight pair with luxurious leather ear cups that puts forth crystal clear vocals and a strong bass.

Designed to be worn for hours at a time, the DJ-friendly Urbanears Zinken ($169, from Macshop, #04-11/12/13 Funan Digitalife Mall, 109 North Bridge Rd., www. urbanears.com) features a padded headband, soft ear cushions, dual cable for DJ sessions and regular listening and comes in a bunch of fun colors.

Homegrown audio brand Gavio’s foldable Stormer headphones ($69, from Epicentre, #02-20 Wheelock Place, 501 Orchard Rd., 65152988, www.mygavio. com) are designed to withstand the tough outdoors, with padded cushions ensuring noise isolation.

OPEN STORE

Reach for the Sky

Stussy

The buzz: After closing their flagship unit at Pacific Plaza, streetwear label Stussy re-opens its first Chapter store at 313@ somerset, carrying the full-range of the brand’s collection. The vibe: The unfinished wooden floor, exposed ceilings and black brick walls give the boutique a minimalist-industrial look. The goods: Besides the full range of Stussy signature graphic tees, casual shirts,

To coincide with its 50th anniversary, Marshall has released the limited edition Major 50 FX ($219, from HMV Singapore, #04-23/24 313@Somerset, 313 Orchard Rd., 6733-1822, www.marshallheadphones. com) which features boosted sound and the brand’s classic gold details.

hoodies and caps (from $39), there are exclusive merchandise made specifically for the Singapore Chapter flagship, such as the limited edition collaborative collections with footwear labels Timberland and Maiden Noir (from $200). Why you’ll be back: The casual shirts and cool collaborative pieces make great weekend outfits for the working man. Crystal Lee

#04-30, 313@somerset, 313 Orchard Rd., 6238-7028, www.facebook. com/stussysingapore. Open Sun-Thu 10:30am-9:30pm; Fri and Sat 10:30am-10:30pm.

FITNESS

Now that every single newbie health freak out there is signing up for yoga, perhaps you should try something a little different. For our upcoming I-S Xperience: Twist and Turn (Jun 15, 2pm. Sky Pilates, #05-03 Liat Towers, 541 Orchard Rd., 6100-7597, www. skypilates.com), the the team from Sky Pilates will show you effective Pilates moves in two intensive sessions totaling three hours. The studio’s Gyrokinesis exercises aim to exercise your entire body through seven natural elements of spinal movement—perfect for those looking to strengthen their core muscles. Only 16 spots available, so register quickly at http://is.asia-city.com/isx.

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NEW AND NOTED

With Chin Hui Wen

Shelter in the Woods

Rolling in Green Residential neighborhood Greenwood is a fast changing dining destination. There are now a host of fresh eating outlets: French restaurants Shelter in the Woods (22 Greenwood Ave., 6466-6225, www.shelterinthewoods.com)—offering rustic recipes such as country-style terrine ($12) and a range of housemacerated rums ($7.50)—and L’Assiette (14 Greenwood Ave., 6464-6458), as well as Peranakan eatery The Patio (18 Greenwood Ave., 6465-4226)—serving old school dishes like babi ponteh (braised pork belly with mushrooms)— plus Western establishment 8 at Green (8 Greenwood Ave., 6219-9151, www. facebook.com/8AtGreen).

Rajah Reign New on-premise eatery at the Days Hotel 21 on Rajah (Days Hotel Singapore at Zhongshan Park, 1 Jalan Rajah, 6808-6847, www.21onrajah. com) is a fancier dining option in the Balestier area. The Mediterranean small plates menu includes tapas like roasted tomatoes with feta cheese ($11.90) as well as crostini of smoked eel ($13.90). The eatery also offers a two-course set lunch ($18) and four-course set dinner ($48 for two), which sound like a steal.

The Lost Art of Flambéing There aren’t many places that flambé these days so we were pretty psyched to

find just-launched Clarke Quay restaurant, bar and lounge Cassis (#C-1-11 The Cannery, 6336-2552, www.cassis.com. sg) puts out a good range of flamed specialties. Shallot tarte tatin ($18)? Lit up with amaretto ($4 supplement). Foie gras ($29)? Scorched with Martell Cordon Bleu ($9 supplement). Braised oxtail ($36)? Set ablaze with Johnnie Walker Blue Label ($9 supplement). And rack of lamb ($45)? Fired up with Macallan Sherry Oak ($9 supplement). It’s everything you need to satisfy any secret pyromaniac tendencies.

Pub Crawl Modern day speakeasies are having a moment in the nightlife scene and the latest to jump on the bandwagon is cocktail bar The Spiffy Dapper (2/F 61 Boat Quay, 8233-9810, www. facebook.com/spiffydapper). Located on the second floor of a Boat Quay shophouse, the drinking spot takes inspiration from the 1920s, complete with vintage furnishings and classic cocktails (from $18) like Manhattans. Another fresh watering hole is Rabbit Carrot Gun’s (49 East Coast Rd., 63488568, www.rabbit-carrot-gun.com) sister establishment The Trenchard Arms (47 East Coast Rd., 6344-0912). The British gastropub specializes in craft brews like dark porter Digger ($13) and Rabbit Carrot Gun’s locally-brewed Buckshot Ale ($13), as well as Brit favorites like fish and chips ($14) and Scotch eggs ($8.50). wchin@asia-city.com.sg

No Reservations Good things come to those who wait at these joints that don’t take reservations. Just show up and take your chances.

Canton Paradise #02-09 Jcube, 1 Jurong East Central, 66845080, www.paradisegroup. com.sg.

The Market Grill 208 Telok Ayer St., 6221-3323, www.themarketgrill. com.sg. Sabio Tapas Bar & Restaurant 5 Duxton Hill, 6223-4645, www.sabio.sg.

Esquina 16 Jiak Chuan Rd., 6222-1616, www. esquina.com.sg.

Saveur #01-04 Talib Court, 5 Purvis St., 6333-3121, www.saveur.sg.

L’êntrecote 36 Duxton Hill, 6238-5700, www. lentrecote.sg. Lucha Loco 15 Duxton Hill, 6226-3938, www.luchaloco.com.

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Tonkotsu King #01-19, Orchid Hotel, 1 Tras Link, 6636-0855. Iris Katariina

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Welcome the arrival of spring with these fascinating floral concoctions.

Chrysanthemum Collins This take on the classic Tom Collins comprises Polish Wyborowa vodka and limoncello, which is lengthened with homemade chrysanthemum soda. The drink’s creator and manager of Bartini (which is run by the same folks as Mariko’s; see page TK) Barnaby Murdoch says, “My theory was that the subtle flavor and aroma that comes from chrysanthemum would complement a neutral spirit like vodka.” Tall and refreshing, the pale yellow glassful is just right for balmy evenings. $22 at Mariko’s, 4 Jiak Chuan Rd., 6221-8262, www.marikos.com.sg.

Lavender Evening Clear and colorless, this tipple is served with a tea strainer filled with lavender. It doesn’t look like much, but the mix of SKYY vodka, lavender-infused syrup (made with organic sprigs imported from Australia) and tonic water is intensely fragrant. One half of Morsel’s chef-owner couple Petrina Loh says, “I blend teas from herbs and thought it would be nice to have a relaxing drink with lavender.” $14 at Morsels, 35 Mayo St., 6396-6302, www.facebook.com/ morselsinsingapore.

Rose Seduction Sweet aromatic French rose liqueur is balanced with fresh lemon juice, then shaken and stirred with Grey Goose vodka and Bombay Sapphire gin. The pink blend is then strained into a chilled martini glass. Not only does the concoction have plenty of body and well-rounded flavor, garnished with deep red petals, it’s also the most romantic-looking drink of the lot. Chin Hui Wen $25 at Maison Ikkoku, 20 Kandahar St., 6234-0078, www.maison-ikkoku.net.

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The deal: This usually pricy fine dining haunt offers great value at midday, with its $30 three-course pasta lunches and $40 three-course classic sets which have more substantial mains. There’s also a five-course executive lunch for $60. The venue: The place has floor-to-ceiling glass windows looking out on Scotts Road, so expect plenty of natural light and ample opportunities for people watching. At the center of the space, there’s a large open kitchen and bar, so you can see the chefs at work.

The menu: Order up Japanese-Italian dishes like peperoncino spaghettini with mentaiko for the pasta lunch, or miso-aioli baked Scottish salmon for the classic set. The executive meal includes hot and cold appetizers, pasta, a main dish (think roast duck with balsamic sauce) and dessert. Chin Hui Wen

#02-01 Scotts Square, 6 Scotts Rd., 6636-2951, www. laluna-rossa.com. Available Mon-Fri 11am-3pm.

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We’re a nation that’s big on celebrity chefs and most folks would happily dine at any eatery helmed by a big name. In the case of Malaysian TV star Chef Wan, this devotion is hardly justified. The buffet restaurant has attracted flocks of adoring fans from Singapore and around the region since its opening— so much so that we only managed to get dinner reservations on our third attempt. Priced at $23.80 (lunch) and $35.80 (dinner) on weekdays, and $29.80 (lunch) and $39.80 (dinner) on weekends, the place offers diverse options: There are charcuterie, seafood and Japanese sections, as well as an entire bar dedicated to Asian home cooking. You’d think there’d be at least a handful of dishes that would make us come back for more. Sadly, the gulai ayam (curry chicken) was mediocre at best, the tempura (zucchini, crab meat, eggplant and pumpkin) cold, and the expected stars—grilled sambal stingray and beef rump—impossibly dry. Luckily for us the place had not yet begun to fill up so we could have a leisurely time—turns out the service staff thought the same. Table service was sloth-like and many parts of the display were empty. Eventually, things got so desperate we had to gesture for things like grilled salmon, fresh prawns and even rice to be replenished. If you play for the quality-over-quantity team, best to sit this one out. Open daily 11:30am-2:30pm; 6-10pm. $$. Ratings ★ Forget it ★★ Only if you’re stuck in the neighborhood ★★★ A pleasant dining experience ★★★★ More than just great food, tell your friends ★★★★★ Not to be missed

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Recently Reviewed by I-S Two Face Pizza & Taproom “...if you go in with your eyes open and know what to avoid, there’s a good, value-for-money meal to be had here. .” HHHHH Immigrants “True to manly form, there’s no dessert menu—and with food this good, we didn’t miss it...” HHHHH Ristorante Da Valentino “...it’s a safe if expected bet and the food’s a mite overpriced.” HHHHH Hai Di Lao “The place is already packed with an eager crowd, but we think a meal here’s worth the wait..” HHHHH Symmetry“...if you’re after a quiet spot for dinner, this is a decent bet.” HHHHH

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Need to know Theater & Arts

The Substation > 6337-7535

The Arts House > 6332-6919

Ticketbooth > 6296-2929

Esplanade Box Office > 6828-8377

Cinema Ticketing Hotlines

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Fort Canning Park > 6332-1302

chart the weeks ahead

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Cathay > 6337-8181 www.cathay.com.sg

Eng Wah > 6836-9074

Gatecrash > 6100-2005

www.ewcinemas.com.sg

www.gatecrash.com.sg

National Museum of Singapore > 6332-5642

Filmgarde > 6344-5997 www.filmgarde.com.sg

www.nationalmuseum.sg

Golden Village > 1900-912-1234

Singapore Art Museum > 6332-3222

Shaw > 6738-0555

www.singart.com

www.gv.com.sg www.shaw.sg

Sistic > 6348-5555 www.sistic.com.sg

DON'T Miss

Werk It Kraftwerk 3-D Concert promises stunning technical and sonic wizardry from the iconic German band. Apr 25, 8pm. See Stage, page 24.

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Future Perfect Gareth Emery and Hong take on DJ duties at Zouk 22nd Anniversary: The Zoukolympics.

Menage a trois

Apr 26, 10pm. See Nightlife,

Francois Ozon’s twisted thriller In the House blurs the boundaries between reality and fantasy. Continuing. See Film, page 29.

SCENESTEALER The Radio Dept. The shoegaze-influenced Swedish band will be back in town for their sophomore gig. Singer Johan Duncanson recalls some of their memorable moments. How has the group’s sound evolved over the years? We’ve moved from noisy to less noisy to clean and back. Who are your biggest influences? Our influences change over time so it's hard to say. Right now it's early Soft Machine. Which collaborations have been the most exciting? It was very interesting and exciting to write

music for Marie Antoinette. In the end Sofia Coppola used songs that we had already released but first we made a couple exclusively for the film. Even though they weren't used, which I don't mind at all, the process of writing those songs with a film in mind was fantastic.

What projects would you guys like to work on that you haven’t had the chance to yet? Tons of things from writing soundtracks to making films of our own. I'd also like to put out fanzines and photo books, and to release records more frequently.

What's the biggest paycheck you've ever received? It must have been Marie Antoinette. I don't remember exactly how much it was but I think we got 7,000 euros or something like that. But I didn't spend it all in one go. Even though Sweden is expensive I could quit my job and live off that money for about seven to eight months.

What do you have to say to your imitators? We'd say keep it up. We all began as imitators. After a while you find a voice that is your own. For fame or money? For real. Terry Ong The Radio Dept. plays Apr 24, 8pm. TAB, #0229, 442 Orchard Rd., 6493-6952. $50-60 one drink included.

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SCENESTEALER Glen Goei Are there any specific difficulties or perks to working with an allmale cast? Working with a cast full of male egos can be difficult but not when the biggest ego is my own. I always tell my cast to leave their egos at home because the rehearsal room has room only for one.

The director of W!ld Rice’s take on Oscar Wilde classic The Importance of Being Earnest—which was first staged in 2009—tells us about handling the egos of an all-male cast. Why did you decide on an allmale cast? When I read the play, I could just hear Oscar Wilde’s voice in every character, especially in Lady Bracknell’s. So I thought that since this was my tribute to Wilde, why not cast every character as himself. Besides that, I thought it would be fun and naughty—something I think Wilde would have approved of.

STage comedy

Coheed and Cambria and Circa Survive In this double trouble concert, Coheed and Cambria will play hit tunes like “The Afterman” and “Welcome Home”, while Circa Survive will play popular songs such as “Showcase”. Apr 23, 8pm. The Coliseum, Hard Rock Hotel, Resorts World at Sentosa, 8 Sentosa Gateway. Call 3157-1450 for more info. $78-98 from Sistic.

I-S PICK> Kraftwerk 3-D Concert Blending strict electronic sounds with a colorful, multisensory stage performance, fans can expect a glitzy display of sights and sounds in this onenight-only concert. Apr 25, 8pm. Esplanade Theatre, 1 Esplanade Dr., 6828-8377. $58-188 from Sistic.

Cradle of Filth Live in Singapore English band Cradle of Filth are set to take Singapore by storm with their blend of symphonic black metal and gothic metal influenced by mythology, literature and horror films. Apr 26, 8pm. Powerhouse, 1/F St. James Power Station, 3 Sentosa Gateway, 6270-7676. $100120 from Sistic.

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The Importance of Being Earnest is on through May 4 at The Drama Centre, National Library, 100 Victoria St., 62922695, www.wildrice.com.sg. $40-70 from Sistic.

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What parallels can be drawn between Victorian society and Singapore society? The superficialities and hypocrisies of the elite and middle classes! Need I say more?

theater

One Mic Stand ft. Kumar Drag queen comedian Kumar unleashes knee-slapping jokes and all things funny for this shindig, so prepare to laugh till your sides ache. Apr 18, 9pm. Home Club, #B1-01/06 The Riverwalk, 20 Upper Circular Rd., 6538-2928. $16 one drink included.

Any wardrobe malfunctions? The actors have a competition to see who can lose the most weight by opening night—pure vanity—so the poor wardrobe mistress has to constantly take in the waist on their trousers.

da:ns series 2013: OCTOPUS By Compagnie DCA - Philippe Decouflé This is a mesmerising dance fantasy of eight tableaux by the acclaimed award-winning French choreographer Philippe Decouflé. Apr 19-20, 8pm. Esplanade Theatre, 1 Esplanade Dr., 6828-8377. $25-75.

I-S PICK> Shakespeare in the Park— Othello Director Bruce Guthrie and the Singapore Repertory Theatre present this outdoor staging of the classic Shakespearean play about Moor Othello who guards his new bride Desdemona jealously. Apr 24-May 19, 7:30pm. Fort Canning Park, Cox Terrace. Call 6733-8166 for more info. $40-75 from Sistic.

Art continuing

Chronic Circumstance : Youngseok Cha Solo exhibition by Korean artist Youngseok Cha presented through a series of works on paper which deal with new perspective of still-life in contemporary art. Through Apr 21. Space Cottonseed (Gillman Barracks), #01-24, 47 Malan Rd., 6694-3362. Free.

I-S PICK> Toss Series: The Other Singapore Story Local artist Tang Mun Kit presents 55 illustrations using chinese ink and rubber ink stamps on Thai Saa handmade paper. The work is a personal chronicle of the social and the political history of Singapore through records and quotes found in the mass media. Through Apr 21. The Substation, 45 Armenian St., 6337-7535. Free.

Pareidolia Evocative video work by Saskia Olde Wolberstold from the point of view of a !ctional translator between the master and his German apprentice, and the translator’s alter ego, a bird. Through Apr 27. Ota Fine Arts (Gillman Barracks), #01-23, 47 Malan Rd., 6694-3071. Free.

Food & Drink

Savour 2013 One of our more notable culinary events, which welcomes Michelin

Email event news to stage@asia-city.com.sg and art@asia-city.com.sg and stuff@asia-city.com.sg

Why Not? Smash some plates So you’ve been feeling stressed and angry lately, but the cause of it is beyond your control. If all those self-help books and Zen retreats have been doing nothing for you, try satisfying that appetite for destruction by smashing plates en masse at Esmirada (#01-29 Orchard Hotel, 442 Orchard Rd., esmirada.com). The action happens every night at 9pm, so ready your best Hulk impersonation and take part in this ancient Greek festive tradition that’s supposed to ward off bad luck. Even if you’re not superstitious, it’s still pretty cathartic and is about as much fun as you can have with your clothes on—just try not to hurt anyone. Clara Lim

star chefs like Mauro Colegreco of France’s Mirazur. There’ll be master classes, tastings for 18 award-winning restaurants from around the world at The Gourmet Village, and a produce market with an array of artisan and specialty exhibitors. Apr 12-14, 5pm; Apr 12-14, 11am. F1 Pit Building, 1 Republic Blvd., 6884-6940. $35-65.

I-S PICK> World Gourmet Summit 2013 This year’s World Gourmet Summit in Singapore pays homage to “The Art of Dining”, bringing forth intimate dinners with celebrity chefs, workshops and special menus for award-winning restaurants across town. Various venues. Apr 16-26. Call 62701254 for more info. Tickets are available from the www.worldgourmetsummit.com.

Stuff etc

I-S PICK> Sunday at The Training Shed This chill weekend party comes complete with beers, beats, BBQ, live music and graffiti, and is even open to your pet dogs. Apr 14, 3pm. The Training Shed, 8 Port Rd., 8118-5100. Free. Home Club presents SPEAK. This poetry/ spoken word open mic night provides a platform for writers to share their works and personal stories. Email razi@homeclub.com. sg for more info. Apr 15, 9pm. Home Club, #B1-01/06 The Riverwalk, 20 Upper Circular Rd., 6538-2928. Free.

SCENESTEALER Thukral & Tagra India’s foremost art duo Thukral & Tagra presents a new series of paintings exploring the socio-political issues behind the Punjabi diaspora using surrealistic, dreamy images for their mammoth solo exhibition Windows of Opportunities. We spoke to them about creation and manifestation. What moves you most as an artist? The idea of manifestation: Art has an immense power to cultivate a thought. That’s probably the best aspect which drives us, to be able to create something which we haven’t experienced yet. Should there be a demarcation between high and low art? Or as the Fluxus movement said, is everyone an artist and art is for everyone? As far as art makes sense, it’s all good. The power of creating something comes with great responsibility. With the changing notions of society, the demarcation has blurred by now, and we don’t feel the need of marginalise a practice and categorize it further. What is your favourite medium of expression? We are obsessed with the idea of traditional way of painting but also with playing with the senses, and interactive devices. The idea of blurring together and mixing old and new excites us, and probably it comes very naturally to us. What projects that you’d like to work on which you haven’t had a chance to yet? We would love to create a film. It would be an extension of our current body of work, and we have been writing and researching for a couple of months. Tell us more about a regular day that you go through. Daily rituals bring anxiety! Concerning our to-do list, we can’t wait to get to the studio to create and continue our knitting.

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2 eBook: every issue delivered to your inbox COVER STORY PiPe dreams Conserved Buildings dos and don’ts Although the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) reviews and approves proposed redesigned spaces on a case-by-case basis, the general rule of thumb is that as long as proposals adhere to a “3r” principle— maximum retention, sensitive restoration and careful repair—most projects do get off the ground pretty quickly. “Quality restoration is more than just preserving a facade or the external shell of a building,” says a spokesperson from the URA. “It also retains the inherent spirit and original ambiance of historic buildings. Redesigns require an appreciation and understanding of the architecture and structure of traditional buildings, good management and overall practice. Before any conservation work commences, thorough research and documentation should be carried out on the conservation building to ensure that restoration work is faithfully carried out.” Besides teething issues such as insufficient power supply (all four venues featured in the story need to pump up various voltages for their projects) as well as mandatory overhaul of the drainage system, the URA did not specifically interfere with their overall conception. “As long as you don’t mess with key elements such as roofing, pillar structures and most importantly, the building’s façade, you can pretty much get away with any cool ideas for the interior,” says The Vault’s Godwin Pereira. “In fact, the URA’s even happier if we changed all the drainage and old pipes in the building completely to new ones!”

What is the role of art today? It has always been about reciprocating ideas. Terry Ong

The Big Picture: “We initially engaged design firm Upstairs to help us conceptualize the look of the place, which we knew was ‘industrial’”, says Pereira. “We gave them a mainframe on how to dress it up but we also wanted to set some parameters when it comes to budgeting. Budget was certainly tight for this project, as we didn’t believe in spending a bomb like the major clubs so we took matters in our own hands. We also wanted to preserve the building’s original elements as far as we could. Basically with a venue like this, the design and fittings will never be complete as we wanted a raw and unfinished look to begin with.”

The VaulT

237 South Bridge Rd., 62225001, www.thevault.com.sg. What it was: An OCBC branch which operated since 1938 and ceased operations in 2001. What it is now: A hip and contemporary bistro and bar located in Chinatown. Owners Ross Glasscoe and Godwin Pereira, the latter who also holds DJ duties at the space, chose the venue for “its historical significance,” says Pereira. “Being located in a conservation shophouse means that we have a lot of responsibilities on our hands … because we have lots of preservation issues to adhere to.” (see Pipe Dreams, left) Like most conserved spaces, the exterior of the venue remains unaltered (Glasscoe and Pereira even maintained the bank’s original iron vault door at the entrance). Upstairs is where the main bar area is located (“We wanted to create a secret hideaway concept of sorts here”) while downstairs is home to the bistro, serving contemporary Western dishes for both lunch and dinner.

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Old-meets-New: “We stripped down the walls’ plaster layers to reveal the original brick fittings inside at the bar area,” says Pereira. “We wanted to show off the history of the building but at the same time add a modern touch to the space. So we installed Chengal wood flooring upstairs and plush sofas that boasted a mod Chesterfield vibe to create a more luxurious vibe. We kept the original concrete floors downstairs and added some small touches like imported Malaysian tiles to demarcate certain areas and to break the monotony of the ground floor space. Lighting throughout was also kept warm, simple and basic.”

383 Jalan Besar, 6239-9399, www.kamleng.com. Located just five minutes away from Chye Seng Huat Hardware is new boutique hotel Kam Leng, designed by local boutique agency FARM which opened in August. What sets this one apart from contemporaries like New Majestic Hotel and Hotel 1929 is the fact that it really does look it’s still stuck in the ‘20s (trivia: the hotel was set up in 1927 by a mysterious owner whose identity remains unknown, and abandoned during the ‘70s). The stairways, walls and floors were kept in their original conditions, peppered with vintage cabinets and knick-knacks from the past while designs for the room interior were kept minimal. Room rates are $200 upwards.

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“We wanted to show off the history of the building but at the same time add a modern touch to the space.” Godwin Pereira, co-owner of The Vault.

The exhibition is on through May 25. Art Plural Gallery, 38 Armenian St., 6636-8360., www.artpluralgallery.com. Free.

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Shaken and Stirred Singapore’s nightlife has been all abuzz lately, what with new openings, closures, rumors, lawsuits and a growing trend of secret parties. Back in March, new clubs Kyo (see opposite page) and The Mansion (#02-10/15 Pacific Plaza, 9 Scotts Rd., 6734-2276, www.facebook.com/TheMansionSG) threw open their doors. The not-so-distant future will see the arrival of Vogue Club atop the Singapore Land Tower and Nikki Beach, a renowned global chain of beach party clubs. Zirca had its last shindig on February 23, making way for club Dream (Block 3C, Clarke Quay, 3 River Valley Rd., 6305-6768, www.facebook.com/clubdream. sg). Meanwhile, Broadcast HQ faced licensing problems and have been forced to cease nightlife operations for two months. But they're throwing their weight behind the pop-up Super O parties (see opposite page) in the meantime. Also on the secret party radar: the recent pop-up party in a Geylang shophouse by Mrdope Singapore and the super exclusive onenight-only dining and drinking event Alice in Asylum, which only revealed its venue to guests one day before. We'll have more on all the going-ons very soon.

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Reel Time Good news for emerging and established local filmmakers: Cathay Organisation and Substation are showing more support for homegrown talents with awards and showcases. Cathay Organisation is putting forth the second installment of its annual Cathay Motion Picture Awards, a short film competition which aims to support and develop local talents. Registration is now open and more information can be found on its website (www.cmpa. com.sg). Substation’s film program Moving Images is also looking for shorts to consider for inclusion in its First Take, 4th Experimental Film Forum and 6th Singapore Indie Doc Fest showcases. Entries are accepted throughout the year for First Take, happening every first Monday of the month, while deadlines for the forum are April 30 and July 1 for the Kyo Indie Doc Fest. Visit www.substation.org/movingimages-call-for-films-2013 for more submission details. clee@asia-city.com.sg

DJ Training School with Darkwing The folks at Broadcast Hq are hosting a free seminar to introduce you to the art of helming the decks. Subscribe to the Broadcast Newsletter and RSVP for the course at info@broadcasthq.com.sg. Apr 13, 3pm. Broadcast HQ, 109 Rowell Rd., 6292-4405. Free.

Analog Week #8: The Science of Sleep Take LomoKino films to a new level with this workshop that explores top-down shooting techniques on everyday objects. RSVP your name, contact details and the workshop title to shopsingapore@lomography.com to reserve a spot. Apr 21, 3pm. $10.

The Design Society - Writing for Design The Design Society gathers three industry professionals to share their thoughts on how media and design influence each other. Aspiring designers can pick their brains at the subsequent Q&A and networking sessions. Apr 25, 7pm. Home Club, #B1-01/06 The Riverwalk, 20 Upper Circular Rd., 6538-2928. Free.

Business Rocks! Hang out with like-minded entrepreneurs and business fellows over music and beer in this business networking social evening every month. There will also be a presentation by a guest speaker.

Apr 30, 7:30pm. Blu Jaz Café, 11 Bali Lane. Call 6292-3800 for more info. $25 two drinks included.

sales & Fairs PICNIC Ready your picnic mats for Serangoon’s first outdoor Arts Village that showcases local artists and indie businesses including Cashew Chemist, Sapporo Safaris, Kombi Rocks, BooksActually, Supermama and The Travelling C.O.W. Venue is at the open field in front of Block 129, Serangoon North Ave 1. Apr 13, 4pm. Free.

I-S PICK> Broadcast HQ Presents International Record Shop Day In celebration of International Record Shop Day, Broadcast HQ is offering 10% off all record players, 20% off vinyl records and 30% off CDs. Apr 21, 12pm. Broadcast HQ, 109 Rowell Rd., 6292-4405. $35-61.

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Midnight Shift Label Showcase The record arm of events collective Midnight Shift puts forth its first label showcase with DJs Eddie Niguel and Deetron bringing new remixes to the dance floor. Apr

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13, 10pm. Velvet Underground, 17 Jiak Kim St., 6738-2988. $25-32 two drinks included.

22 This low-profile, speakeasy-type drinking spot is the latest in the series of the city’s “secret” bars, taking its name after its address at 22 Mosque Street. It's got the now-standard Industrial-chic look with dark stone-tiled floors, concrete walls, unfinished brick pillars and exposed ceilings to channel the barebones vibe, though the funky designer chairs and art works (22 doubles as a gallery for budding contemporary artists) adds graphic interest. Complementing its Thai-focused food menu is a collection of Asian-inspired signature cocktails such as pandan valley ($15) infused with gin, lychee, lemon and homemade pandan syrup and lemongrass mojito ($15). Not in the mood for cocktails? There’s a substantial list of wines (from $10 a glass), premium spirits including Patron tequila and Glenfiddish (from $9 a glass), liquors ($10 a glass) and standard beers (from $9) to be had as well.

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The Vault’s scenesavvy team has opened a new club on Cecil Street, delivering a dose of instant coolness to the suited-up business district. Designed by the cool guys from Fuur Associates, the 6,000 sq. ft. underground play-den is where modern minimalism meets traditional Japanese influences, with plenty of rough-hewn stone, bronze and recycled wood. It’s a versatile space, with plush sofas for group revelry alongside more intimate nooks, plus ample space for that intoxicated mingling that’s so essential to a good night out. Best of all, there’s an actual dancefloor. Drinks start at $14 nett for housepours, while refined palates can go for Champagne from $168/bottle. We say skip those, though—you’ll want to go for the more unusual Japanese whiskeys (from $18/glass and $280/bottle) and sakes (from $50/bottle). Watch out for special guests on their cutting-edge Saturday night, which so far has featured Belgian deep house whiz kid San Soda.

Rent in the hip Tiong Bahru hood has skyrocketed since its gentrification, but that’s not stopping owners Chris Chong and Kaz Sajimin from transforming an old Chinese restaurant along the Seng Poh strip into a casual drinking spot. Concrete walls and floors, uncovered ceilings, minimalist furniture, exposed vent and steel beams—the industrial, warehouse aesthetic couldn’t be more obvious. But the 150-seater does try to look different with chinoiserie floor lamps, old-world chandeliers and a Persian rug for a hint of chichi exoticness. All of the standards are on the extensive menu—bottled beers and ciders (from $10), Champagne (from $22), spirits (from $10) and about 400 labels of wines (from $10 per glass and $48 per bottle). There are also Cuban cigars to be had if you’re in the mood. Happy hour is on daily till 7pm, so it pays to drop in early and stay on all the way till 2am—this is the only establishment in TB that opens late.

Keck Seng Tower, 133 Cecil St., 6222-5001, www. clubkyo.com. Open Wed-Thu 6pm-3am, Fri 6pmlate, Sat 8pm-late.

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Le Palooza Catch young techno upstarts Fal:X and Haan as they annihilate the dancefloor, with visual accompaniment by MDRN. Apr 13, 10pm. Home Club, #B1-01/06 The Riverwalk, 20 Upper Circular Rd., 6538-2928.

I-S PICK> Super 0 Season (S0S) 2 Headlining the second edition of S0S are DJs Zig Zach from Singapore, Chile’s Dinky and Oliver Deutschmann from Germany. Tickets are first-comefirst-serve, so be sure to grab them early. Mark the address: #03-21 Block 9 at Gillman Barracks. Apr 13, 10pm. Gillman Barracks, 9 Lock Rd. $18-20.

Parallel presents Pan-Pot with Hong DJ duo Pan-Pot makes their first appearance in town with a record bag of heady, unorthodox and modern techno that’s sure to warp sonic perceptions. Apr 19, 10am. Velvet Underground, 17 Jiak Kim St., 67382988. $25-32 two drinks included.

Epic presents Afrojack and Apster with Formative Bona fide superstar DJ-producer Afrojack holds court at Zouk alongside Dutch scenestealer Apster with the biggest of EDM bangers. Apr 19, 10pm. Zouk, 17 Jiak Kim St., 6738-2988. $58 one drink included.

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I-S PICK> Wax On Wax Off The second installment of Loof’s all-vinyl night sees Dean Chew, Marco Weibel of Darker Than Wax and Kentaro of Mugic stripping down the music for a night of analog bliss. Apr 20, 9pm. Loof, #03-07 Odeon Towers Extension Rooftop, 331 North Bridge Rd., 6338-8035. Free.

I-S PICK> Zouk 22nd Anniversary: The Zoukolympics featuring Gareth Emery with Hong How time flies: Zouk is blowing 22 candles off its birthday cake this month with an party themed around the Olympics. Apr 20, 10pm. Zouk, 17 Jiak Kim St., 6738-2988. $28-35 two drinks included.

Smack My Beach Up x Veuve Cliquot Airstream Tanjong Beach Club’s weekly Smack My Beach Up plays host to the Veuve Cliquot Airstream retro trailer in its maiden voyage to Singapore. Wind down over a glass of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label bubbly over nostalgic tunes by resident DJs. Apr 21, 4pm. Tanjong Beach Club, 120 Tanjong Beach Walk, 6270-1355. Free.

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starring Ekin Cheng and Adam Cheng, is a compelling watch.

In the House

(France) Directed by Francois Ozon. Stars Fabrice Luchini, Ernst Umhauer, Kristin Scott Thomas and Emmanuelle Seigner. Continuing.

Scary Movie 5 • (US) Take a deep breath as the usual suspects of Charlie Sheen and Anna Faris collaborate again to reach another milestone of awful filmmaking. Sex.Violence.FamilyValues • (Singapore) Well-acted film by local director Ken Kwek. Worth the ticket price just to see what the fuss was all about. I-S PICK> Side Effects • (US) Another gritty powerhouse by Steven Soderbergh about a young woman’s journey into hell after her prescribed drugs go haywire on here. Stars Rooney Mara and Channing Tatum.

Stand Up Guys • (US) Powerhouse cast which includes Al Pacino, Christopher Walken and Alan Arkin in a film about old friends and assassins. Warm Bodies • (US) Silly but fun take on the zombie film genre with a romantic twist.

etc Italian Film Festival The 10th edition of the film festival will feature award-winning films including Matteo Garrone’s Reality and Bernardo Bertolucci’s highly anticipated Me and You. Apr 18-24, various times. The Cathay, 2 Handy Rd., 62351155. $12 from the box-office. Log onto www.iicsingapore.esteri.it

I Give It a Year Francois Ozon (Swimming Pool) is up to his dirty tricks again and this time round, it’s a thoroughly immersive psychological thriller which cleverly interplays the narrative and meta-narrative girds of a traditional screenplay. Audiences are never quite sure where the film is taking us and it’s the unrelenting suspense (Will be there sex? Violence? Murder?) which makes In the House all the more intriguing. Fabrice Luchini is Germain, a school teacher and failed novelist whose curiosity is piqued when a student Claude (impressive newcomer Ernst Umhauer), who always sits at the back of the class, writes a short story detailing his exploration of a friend’s home for a weekly assignment. Soon Germain becomes the co-author of the narrative and pushes the teenager further into the lives of his best friend Rapha’s (Bastien Ughetto) family home in his somewhat perverse eagerness to know more, much to the chagrin of his devoted wife Jeanne (Kristin Scott Thomas), a sassy art dealer. Vice versa, Germain gets sucked into Claude’s manipulative ways, including risking being suspended by school

FILM I-S PICK> Bekas • (Iraq) Touching, well-made film about two orphaned brothers who wish to escape war-torn Iraq to find Superman in the US. I-S PICK> Broken City • (US) • Russell Crowe in a non-singing role and all the better. This time he plays a conniving mayor in a criminal confrontation with a private investigator. Also stars Mark Wahlberg. The Haunting in Connecticut 2 : Ghosts of Georgia • (US) Former teen idol Chad Michael Murray heads this sequel to one of ‘em possession stories. Helter Skelter • (Japan) This Japanese thriller details the rise and fall of a top star obsessed with plastic surgery. Expect lots of blood and not much else. The Host • (US) Love prevails in this teen supernatural thriller based on Stephenie Meyer’s novel of the same name. Strictly for fans of Twilight.

for stealing a math paper test so that both Claude and Rapha can get As. And as Claude eases his way through Rapha’s dad and hot mom Esther (Emmanuelle Seigner), the narrative gets more and more over-the-top and audiences start questioning what is real and what is not. The mincing of reality and fiction (?) is both smart and sexy, as Claude runs increasing rings around everyone, and his ambiguous genius—and possible sociopathy—ratchets up to deliriously funny levels and an inevitably tragic end. It’s a tale that could be played for laughs or squeezed for maximum tension and Ozon does both, neatly working multiple layers of intrigue and perfectly timed surprises into his screenplay. True, Ozon could have played up the film’s darker moments but his crafty sense of humor, dealing with values of literature with just enough wickedness and irony, will entertain rather than offend. And the uniformedly compelling cast is a joy to watch every step of the way. Voyeurism and manipulation has never been this fun and accessible. Terry Ong

Ip Man – The Final Fight • (Hong Kong) Not another film about Ip Man! That said, veteran actor Anthony Wong’s performance here is compelling.

I-S PICK> Outrage Beyond • (Japan) Cult director Takeshi Kitano’s follow-up to Outrage is bloody and brutal. Fans expect nothing less anyways.

Masquerade • (Korea) Epic Korean drama which took home the Best Film and Director trophies at the Korean equivalent of the Oscars. Stars Lee Byung-Hun.

I-S PICK> Oz The Great and Powerful • (US) A star-studded cast including James Franco, Michelle Williams, Mila Kunis and Rachel Weisz makes this retelling of the classic Wizard of Oz such a joy to watch. Directed by Sam Raimi.

Midnight’s Children • (Canada/US) Actual historical events of postcolonialIndia resonate through fiction in this movie based on Rushdie’s 1981 best-selling novel of the same name. Directed by Deepa Mehta. I-S PICK> Oblivion • (US) Tom Cruise and Morgan Freeman head this futuristic actioner about a mission to earth to retrieve its past secrets. Directed by Tron’s Joseph Kosinski, so rest assured, it’s a stylish affair. Olympus Has Fallen • (US) Director Antoine Fuqua attempts to bring plenty of tension and explosive drama in this so-so thriller about a takeover of the White House.

I-S PICK> The Place beyond the Pines • (US) Half of the world (including us) will be watching this film with a Robin Hood-inspired storyline, centering on a motorcycle stunt rider (Ryan Gosling) running against the law. Promised Land • (US) Matt Damon heads this Gus Van Santhelmed drama as a salesman for a natural gas company experiencing life-changing events after arriving in a small town. Saving General Yang • (HK) Ronny Yu’s epic depiction of the legendary Song Dynasty military,

(UK) Directed by Dan Mazer. Stars Rose Byrne, Rafe Spall, Stephen Merchant, Anna Faris, Simon Baker and Minnie Driver. Continuing.

Borat collaborator Dan Mazer has written and directed a British romantic comedy about two supposedly in-love newlyweds, one year into marriage. It’s got plenty of dry humor and awkward moments, but for a rom-com, I Give It a Year is completely lacking when it comes to the “rom.” Nat (Rose Byrne) and Josh (Rafe Spall) marry despite their family and friends’ opinions. With completely opposing personalities—and the introduction of two American love interests—their honeymoon period is soon at an end. Nat meets rich and handsome Guy (Simon Baker), and Josh’s colleague and ex-girlfriend Chloe (Anna Faris), is still in love with him. Mazer has picked a fine ensemble cast. Byrne plays Nat perfectly as an ambitious high-flyer, while Spall’s Josh is a blasé writer who seems completely opposed to his wife. As for the love interests, Simon Baker and Anna Faris inhabit their roles well. Baker is charming, not unlike his character Patrick Jane in TV series The Mentalist while Faris’ acting… well, it hasn’t changed since the original Scary Movie. Stephen Merchant as Josh’s best friend Danny successfully creates his trademark awkward atmosphere, while Minnie Driver’s Naomi is fantastic and full of dark humor, however brief her role. You’ll never have to worry about your favorite character, as each one has their flaws and not one of them is totally likeable (except for Faris, whose lips are distractingly swollen and kind of hard to look at). If you like British comedies and awkward-ironic moments, then this is a perfect fit. Mazer does a good job of creating original scenes from rom-com staples, as he pits the dim-witted Josh and Danny against the uptight and prudish Nat and Guy. And although predictable, the movie is a feel-good flick with a happy ending. But there’s a problem: the characters may be believable, but their situation is implausible. Some of the script seems unfinished and loosely tacked together, and some relationships are hard to tell apart. It’s sad to say but all the laugh-out-loud moments felt like compensation for a lack of plot. It seems like Mazer thought of a bunch of jokes—but he only made a half-assed film to tell them. Dannie Ranck

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CLASSIFIEDS Mr. KNOW‑IT‑ALL Our Favorite Smart Aleck Answers Your Questions Dear Mr. KIA, I have been renting the same apartment for the past seven years, until my dastardly landlady decided to increase my rent to an obscene amount. I can live with a friend during my search when my lease ends (in two weeks!) but where can I store all my stuff in the meantime?––Homeless Harry Dear Homeless Harry, Don’t you just hate landlords and their selfish ways? Thankfully for you, self-storage companies have mushroomed all over the island. For starters, check out Big Orange (111 Defu Lane 10, 1800-244-6726, bigorange.com.sg). Besides being affordably priced at $221 a month for a 49 square foot space, it also offers free transport. One month is the minimum though. If you need it for a shorter period, Extra Space (9 Sin Ming Industrial Est Sector B, 6771-3100, extraspace. com.sg) offers $370 for the same size space with a two week minimum and 24/7 access.

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I, Tunku Khalsom Maimunah Faridah binti Tunku Ibrahim, bachelor, of 69 Kim Yam Road, 03-01, Singapore 239368, intend to marry Nicholas Constantine Gikas, single, of 69 Kim Yam Road, 03-01, Singapore 239368 at Santa Marina Resort, Mykonos Greece, on 1st June 2013. Any person knowing of any lawful impediment to the marriage should without delay notify the Consular Section, British High Commission Singapore, 100 Tanglin Road, Singapore 247919.

I, Lucy Hickinbotham, divorcee of 835 Bukit Timah Road, Royalville, intend to marry Nicholas Dance, bachelor of 835 Bukit Timah Road, Royalville at The Oberoi Hotel, Seminyak, Bali on Saturday 27th July 2013. Any person knowing of any lawful impediment to the marriage should without delay notify the Consular Section, British High Commission Singapore, 100 Tanglin Road, Singapore 247919.

NOTICE OF INTENDED MARRIAGE I, Nicholas Constantine Gikas, bachelor, of 69 Kim Yam Road, 03-01, ‘Singapore 239368, intend to marry Tunku Khalsom Maimunah Faridah binti Tunku Ibrahim, single, of 69 Kim Yam Road, 03-01, Singapore 239368 at Santa Marina Resort, Mykonos Greece, on 1st June 2013. Any person knowing of any lawful impediment to the marriage should without delay notify the Consular Section, British High Commission Singapore, 100 Tanglin Road, Singapore 247919.

NOTICE OF INTENDED MARRIAGE I, Richard James Masters (single), of 53 Meyer Road, #01-06 Singapore, 437876, intend to marry Christine Nha Uyen Tran (single), of 53 Meyer Road, #01-06 Singapore, 437876, at Town hall, Piazza della Repubblicca, Cortona, Tuscany Italy on 19 July 2013.Any person knowing of any lawful impediment to the marriage should without delay notify the Consular Section, British High Commission Singapore, 100 Tanglin Road, Singapore 247919.

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ARIES (Mar 21-Apr 19): German theologian Martin Luther (1483-1546) was a central figure in the rebellion against the Catholic Church that led to the Protestant Reformation. You’ll never guess where he was when he was struck by the epiphany that became the core axiom of his new religion. I’ll tell you: He was sitting on the toilet in the Wittenberg Monastery. Keep a very open mind about where you will be and what you will be doing when your illuminations arrive this week. TAURUS (Apr 20-May 20): Your task is to uncover the semi-happy ending that was hidden back in the story’s beginning. Once you do that, you may be able to create a graceful and honorable climax. You’ve got to read the signs you missed in the early going. GEMINI (May 21-Jun 20): If you play poker, the odds are one in 649,740 that you will get a royal flush. As for drawing a straight flush, the odds are one in 72,192. Gemini, I’d say your chance of getting one of those hands is far better than usual—maybe one in 88,000 for the royal flush and one in 8,888 for the straight flush. But those still aren’t great odds. Expect really good luck, but not miraculous, out-of-this-world luck. CANCER (Jun 21-Jul 22): “Wherever you stand, be the soul of that place,” wrote the poet Rumi. This is excellent advice for you right now, Cancerian. People are receptive to being moved by your heart-felt intelligence. LEO (Jul 23-Aug 22): Golden Rock is a Buddhist holy site in Burma. It’s a small pagoda built on top of a giant boulder that in turn seems to be precariously balanced at the edge of a down-sloping bed of rock. Legend says that it’s held in place by a single strand of hair from the Buddha’s head. I suspect that many of you Leos will soon have access to a tricky asset with resemblances to that magic strand.

I, Nicholas Dance, bachelor of 835 Bukit Timah Road, Royalville, intend to marry Lucy Hickinbotham, divorcée of 835 Bukit Timah Road, Royalville at The Oberoi Hotel, Seminyak, Bali on Saturday 27th July 2013. Any person knowing of any lawful impediment to the marriage should without delay notify the Consular Section, British High Commission Singapore, 100 Tanglin Road, Singapore 247919.

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VIRGO (Aug 23-Sep 22): It’s Soul-Searching Season: a good time to go in search of your soul. To aid your quest, I’ll offer a few lines from “A Few Words on the Soul,” a poem by Polish poet Wislawa Szymborska. “We have a soul at times,” she says. “No one’s got it non-stop, for keeps. For every thousand conversations, it participates in one, if even that, since it prefers silence. It won’t say where it comes from or when it’s taking off again, though it’s clearly expecting such questions. We need it but apparently it needs us for some reason too.” LIBRA (Sep 23-Oct 22): “I do not believe in God,” said Mexican painter Diego Rivera, “but I believe in Picasso.” Do you have a God-substitute, Libra? You would really

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benefit from feeling an intimate kind of reverence right now—a tender devotion for something higher and brighter that awakens the sleeping part of your lust for life. SCORPIO (Oct 23-Nov 21): This would be an excellent time to stage staring contests with yourself in the mirror. There’s a high likelihood that you will win every time. Have you ever considered how fun it might be to wash your own brain and kick your own butt? SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22-Dec 21): “It’s so hard to forget pain, but it’s even harder to remember sweetness,” writes novelist Chuck Palahniuk. “We have no scar to show for happiness. We learn so little from peace.” Your assignment in the coming days, Sagittarius, is to prove Palahniuk wrong. As the surges of sweetness flow through you, as your secret joy ripens into bright blooming bliss, imprint the sensations on your memory. CAPRICORN (Dec 22-Jan 19): Philosopher Ludwig Wittgenstein had his priorities straight. This is what he said about his profession: “In philosophy the race is won by the one who can run slowest—the one who crosses the finish line last.” A similar rule should apply to you in the coming days: Proceed slowly enough to be absolutely thorough, meticulous, and conscientious. AQUARIUS (Jan 20-Feb 18): In Samuel Beckett’s novel Molloy, the main character talks about a long overland journey. Before the trip, he had read that when people are lost in a forest, they often imagine they’re moving in a straight line when in fact they’re going in a circle. That’s why he intentionally walked in a circle. I think this will make sense for you in the coming week. PISCES (Feb 19-Mar 20): Are you in competition with someone who is doing mediocre work? Do you find it incomprehensible that anyone would pay attention to that weak expression instead of flocking to your beautiful vibe? Concentrate your energy on making your production so strong and smart and irresistible that you simply overshadow and overwhelm your rival’s.

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The owner of old Western-style barber shop Hounds of the Baskervilles gets forthright with Hidayah Salamat about Singaporeans, religion and his wild past. When I was studying in New Zealand for four years, I was exposed to a lot of things that were unfathomable to a 14-yearold mind, like drugs and sex and all the other crazy sh*t. People in Singapore are very spoilt and sheltered. They’ve been pampered from the day they were born. They grow up in a bubble… the bubble that is their parents’ house.

saturated market and take away other people’s business so I decided to start up here, where I was raised. Local people’s reaction to Caucasians is crazy. Every time people saw a white guy cutting hair, they’d freak out. Singaporeans lack good morals. The people here stab each other’s backs and climb all over each other, and it’s truly dog-eat-dog.

Be good or bad only because you want to

I first pestered my mom about getting myself a tattoo when I was 18. Of course, she scolded me. When I decided to get it done a year later, she didn’t speak to me for a grand total of one and a half days after that. I couldn’t get an apprenticeship because of National Service so I ended up teaching myself and started tattooing halfway through it. Seeing Hounds come together before me was crazy. It has become a lot more than I thought it would be. I’d always wanted to open my own shop because working for somebody was just not working for me. It took me a long time to save up. I thought about setting it up in Australia but the traditional barber concept was already being done to death there. I’m not the kind of person who will open a shop in a

even Vespa. Anything other than that is just lust and obsession. Freedom to do anything I want makes me happy. Going to the beach, visiting Universal Studios and hanging out after hours at the shop with the boys, a couple of cigars and glasses of whiskey—though I don’t smoke or drink. I get drunk on vibes.

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Hey Julio

An interview with the musical legend (and father of Enrique) who’s in town later this month. is.gd/interviewjulioiglesias

There’s so much animosity and hate in our society.

Broadway’s Best

I know people that can date their friends’ ex-girlfriends with absolutely no guilt. They just don’t care about friendship. Everyone here’s just crazy and yet they claim to be religious, which is retarded.

The world’s most successful musical The Phantom of the Opera is back in Singapore this July.

I’m not religious at all. I feel like somebody who’s a good person without the influence of religion is better than people who behave well because they’re scared of going to hell.

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Red, White & Blue

I don’t believe in love. Real love is a bond between two people that doesn’t involve sex. It’s like the relationship between yourself and your parents, best friend, dog or

Craving some good ol’ American comfort food? These are some of the city’s best offerings. is.gd/bestamericanrestaurantssg

The Incredible Lightness of Working

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