NOW! Singapore April-May 2015

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OPENS IN SINGAPORE 2015 The South Beach is a H.I.P. (Highly Individualised People and Places) hotel that aspires to Create Infinite Experiences for you, with you. With commanding views over the Lion City’s skyline, the hotel fuses contemporary ecological architecture with restored heritage buildings from its past life as a military camp. Standing as a gateway to Singapore’s thriving city centre and historic Civic District, the hotel is walking distance from MRT stations, shopping malls and places of interests including art & history museums and the Esplanade Theatres. The hotel is also conveniently connected to Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre via an aerobridge. the south beach, 30 beach road, singapore 189763 | +65 6818 1888 | thesouthbeach.com.sg

CONTENTS

A man in traditional dress walks past the outer walls of Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple in Little India, Singapore.

Photo By: Aaron Joel Santos

APRIL - MAY ISSUE 2015 NOW & THEN 2: Soap Box Editor’s message

10: Event Calendar Our guide to upcoming concerts, plays and fes vals.

15: Altered States Experience the relaxing power of floata on.

16: At the Table We sample the new Tburu at Orchard Gateway@Emerald.

17: Hungry for Heroes We try out the latest themed bistro on Tessensohn Road.

18: Gourmet Greatness Looking forward to World Gourmet Summit 2015.

20: EssenƟal Apps for the Smart Traveller We highlight some of the best apps to download before you travel.

21: It’s Smokin’ Southern cuisine on Telok Ayer.

ATTRACTIONS

24: My Singapore Weekend Local lawyer Terence Tan recommends his favourite weekend hangouts.

28: Words with Steven Long We talk to the General Manager of the Sheraton Towers about Singapore’s changing landscape.

30: Family Fun on Sentosa We pick four ac vi es for an ac on-packed day out.

34: Arabian AŌernoons and Nights Marissa Trew explores the nooks and crannies of Kampong Glam.

PHOTO ESSAY 40: Sunday AŌernoon in LiƩle India Aaron Joel Santos captures the colours and spirit of this vibrant district.

DINING 50: AlternaƟve Seafood

Beyond Chilli Crab, we look at three tasty op ons.

54: Gourmet Bistro

Fine Dining without the fuss on Boon Tat Street.

56: It’s a Date Jane Leung recommends restaurants for any rela onship stage.

60: Culinary Highs on Dempsey Hill We explore the culinary op ons in this atmospheric enclave.

ENTERTAINMENT 64: Let’s Get Happy We look at some of the best Happy Hours in Clarke Quay.

ACCOMMODATION 66: Best Hotel Guide

Our guide to the best op ons around town, whatever your i nerary.

SHOPPING 92: Colourful Canopy We talk to Suas Lye about her growing online shopping portal.

94: Shopping Heritage Neighbourhoods Marisse Reyes explores some of the best op ons.

FASHION 98: Up Close and Personal Mandy Heng talks to designer Ice Tan about the inspira on behind her label.

ART 102: An InsƟtuƟon of Print Richard Horstman explores the Singapore Tyler Print Ins tute.

DIRECTORY 105: Directory Essen al informa on for the Singapore visitor.

PROFILES 82: Portrait of Peng Marie Wee talks to Loh Lik Peng about his ground-breaking Unlisted Collec on.

SPA & HEALTH 86: Spa News

We round up the latest openings and promo ons.

88: Spas on Speed Catharine Nicol looks at the best op ons for a fast beauty treatment.

OPINION 90: Seven Mistakes Professional Women Can Make

Steph Chu highlights some easily made errors with advice on how to avoid them.

Front Cover: Gardens by the Bay Photo by JusƟn Eeles www.nowsingapore.co.id APRIL - MAY 2015

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A SAD FAREWELL Greetings from Now! Singapore! March was a significant month in Singapore’s history with the death of its founding father Lee Kuan Yew. We would like to pass on our condolences to his family and the people of Singapore and pay tribute to the man whose life work has reaped such rich rewards. Rarely has the destiny of a nation been in the palms of one man’s hands for such a long period of time with such positive results. His vision, tenacity and discipline helped transform Singapore into the highly developed multi-cultural modern city that it is today. The staggering number of Singaporeans and residents that queued up to pay their respects and show their gratitude at the Parliament House for days on end revealed more about how instrumental and important he was to Singapore’s identity than words can convey. In this Golden Jubilee year, the country not only celebrates the 50 years since Lee Kuan Yew and Singapore embarked on their remarkable journey, it celebrates the extraordinary life of an extraordinary man.

In this issue we take a visual journey through Little India, one of Singapore’s more colourful neighbourhoods, and visit the bustling streets of Kampong Glam, located around the atmospheric Haji Lane, for some unique boutiques and cafe culture. For those looking to visit the city, we present our guide to some of the best accommodation options available, depending on what flavour you want your Singapore experience to be – for the frequent visitor, we encourage you to explore a new area and experience something new. We also meet the man who has almost single-handedly changed the face of accommodation and dining in the city, introducing not only Singapore’s first boutique hotel but an ever-expanding collection of dining gems, helmed by some of the best chefs in the business. We review a couple of his new outlets, Sorrel and Meat Smith, check out some alternative seafood options and provide a dining guide to Dempsey Hill.

For regular news, updates and competitions, don’t forget to follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter and to catch up on past issues, check out www.issuu.com/nowsingapore.

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THE CONCERT CALENDAR APRIL TAPESTRY OF SACRED MUSIC

16 to 19 April 2015 Esplanade: Theatres On The Bay

BJÖRN AGAIN: 25TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR

17 to 18 April 2015 Sands Theatre, Mastercard Theatres at Marina Bay Sands THE SCRIPT

21 April Singapore Indoor Stadium

CHARLI XCX

22 April 2015 The Coliseum™, Hard Rock Hotel® Singapore Resorts World™ Sentosa

MEGHAN TRAINOR: THAT BASS TOUR

23 April 2015 The Coliseum™, Hard Rock Hotel® Singapore Resorts World™ Sentosa

MOTHERLANZ MUSIC FESTIVAL

25 April 2015 Wave House, Siloso Beach, Sentosa

MAY BACKSTREET BOYS: IN A WORLD LIKE THIS

2 May 2015 The Star Theatre

KATY PERRY: THE PRISMATIC WORLD TOUR

11 May 2015 Singapore Indoor Stadium ALT-J

17 May 2015 The Coliseum™, Hard Rock Hotel® Singapore Resorts World™ Sentosa THE GATHERING WITH OWL CITY

21 May 2015 The Coliseum™, Hard Rock Hotel® Singapore Resorts World™ Sentosa

AN EVENING WITH MICHAEL BOLTON

28 May 2015 Grand Theatre, Mastercard Theatres at Marina Bay Sands

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A NIGHT OF MAGIC AT RAFFLES A er its huge success, the incredible pyrotechnic magic show, hosted by Merlin Award winner Joe Labero and guest performers, Burnt Out Punks, will be extending their performance dates un l 3 May 2015! If you haven’t caught them already, prepare yourself for a night of fire, mind-bending illusions and death-defying stunts by some of Singapore’s ho est performers at the Jubilee Hall in the Raffles Singapore Hotel.

For more informa on, visit: www.labero.se/en

ASIA DIVE EXPO (ADEX) 2015 WORLD STREET FOOD CONGRESS 2015 We know you may be feeling stuffed a er the feeding frenzy of last month’s food fes vals (Salon Gourmet, Savour 2015 and Singapore Cocktail Week) but we’re sure you’ll find a li le extra room in your stomach for this culinary extravaganza! World Street Food Congress will be held from the 8 to 12 April at the green space of Tan Quee Lan Street, Bugis and is set to showcase and celebrate the best of interna onal street food culture! Join in on the Jamboree and get your fill of iconic snacks and chef demos from all around the world, including Thailand, Vietnam, Mexico, USA, Denmark, Indonesia and more! Drooling yet? Get your ckets early!

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Touted as the longest running dive show in Asia, this year’s edi on of the Asia Dive Expo (ADEX) hosts a slew of dive-related events from the 10 to 12 April 2015. Catch special movie screenings at the ADEX Film Fes val and get up close and personal with interna onal industry experts the ADEX TekDive Conference. Head to the Surface Interval Zone where you’ll find great offers on travel and photography equipment as well as hot deals on a range of water sports, beyond the dive! Don’t forget to pay a visit to the Images of Asia Zone too, to a end workshops and seminars by leading travel photography experts and watch the live judging of the Asia Without Borders Photography Compe on 2014/15. Got the kids in tow? There’s plenty of entertainment to be had in the Kids’ Zone, with games, prizes, facepain ng and even a Try Dive Zone!

For more informa on, visit: www.uw3some.com

CYCLE ASIA SINGAPORE Does the sound of a bicycle bell leave you spinning with excitement?

Then mark your calendars for the 10 to 12 April 2015 as the seventh edi on of Singapore’s ul mate cycling event wheels into town!

Throughout this three-day event, everyone (including children as young as two years old) is encouraged to strap on their bike helmet and join in on one of six bike rides, with distances ranging from 150 metres in the Tricycle Ride (children aged 2 to 5 years old) to a whopping 59 kilometres in the Yakult Ace Light Super Challenge (ages 16 and up)!

For more informa on, visit: www.cycleasia.com/singapore

THE MUSIC RUN SINGAPORE 2015 Run to the beat of your own soundtrack in this 5km fun run on Sentosa Island, on 11 April 2015! Leave the iPod at home as each of the five kilometres are split into zones, featuring a different music playlist (rock, pop, retro, hip hop and dance) with song tracks selected by your votes. For more informa on, visit: www.themusicrun.com

SINGAPORE YACHT SHOW 2015 Discover the world of luxury sailing from 23 to 26 April 2015 at this exhibi on of glamorous yachts and super yachts.. One of the most extravagant events in Singapore’s 2015 calendar, a er-party show is filled with powerful supercars, classic and carefully cra ed mepieces and jewellery as well as plenty of fine dining opportuni es. Highlights include the Asia Pacific Yach ng Conference, fashion parades, the Classic Car and Super Car Rendezvous, champagne lounges, an auc on and of course, the official a er party event at W Singapore Sentosa Cove. Registra on required. For more informa on, visit: www. singaporeyachtshow.com.

ANTHONY ROBBINS’ “TOTAL SUCCESS” SEMINAR Think you have what it takes to start up your very own billion-dollar business? Learn all about the tricks of the trade with Anthony Robbins as he gives audiences the low-down on exactly what it takes to be a “Total Success” in both business and life from the 6 to 8 May 2015 at the Singapore Expo Hall. The three-day seminar will cover everything from how to create your own unique vision, how to influence others, the most effec ve ways to achieve your goals and the secrets to both wealth and happiness. For more informa on, visit: www.anthonyrobbinssg.com

AFFORDABLE ART FAIR: SPRING EDITION SINGAPORE FASHION WEEK 2015 The newly dubbed Singapore Fashion Week (formerly Audi Fashion Fes val) will be held on the 13 to 17 May 2015 and fashionistas worldwide will be thrilled to know that this year’s edi on will be opened by none other than fashion icon, Diane von Furstenburg!

Held at Tent@Orchard, Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza, the five-day fes val showcases the best of famed interna onal labels as well as Singapore’s most promising local designers. However Singapore Fashion Week is much more than just a runway show, as plenty of workshops and seminars held by industry leaders, will be held throughout the week.

Considering revamping your home with some fresh artwork? Get inspired at the Spring edi on of this highly popular event, held at the F1 Pit Building from the 17 to 19 April 2015. This cketed event features crea ve works from over 70 galleries that will be available for purchase at very reasonable prices. Whether you are a seasoned collector or are new to the art scene, there is definitely something to catch your eye! This special edi on will also have an SG50 Feature Wall, showcasing special, selected works by 50 ar sts. Visitors can also a end daily tours and visit the Live Ar sts’ Studios to get a sneak peek of the crea ve process behind some of the pieces.For more informa on, visit: www.affordablear air.com/singapore

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ONE MIC STAND MAGNER’S INTERNATIONAL COMEDY FESTIVAL MAY HAVE JUST ENDED BUT THAT’S NOT TO SAY THE LAUGHS HAVE TO END THERE! ROLL WITH THE PUNCHES AT THESE FRESH COMEDY SHOWS THAT ARE TAKING OVER THE ISLAND ACROSS BOTH APRIL AND MAY

SINGAPORE STRIPPED: A COMEDY ROAST OF THE LION CITY (R18) Head to Paulaner Clarke Quay for the first ever comedy roast about Singapore, every Saturday and Wednesday between the 1 April and 20 June 2015! Watch as daring comedians poke fun at Singapore’s dark side, with characters like Crispy the Talking Cock and his human sidekick, Cindy Fung. Hilarious parody songs, twisted jokes and dark oneliners are sure to leave audience members roaring for more! Seats are extremely limited so book ahead to avoid disappointment.

For more informaƟon, visit: www.sisƟc.com

FAULTY TOWERS: THE DINING EXPERIENCE This isn’t any ordinary fine-dining meal.

Have your three-course dinner served to you by none other than the three infamous hoteliers, Basil, Sybil and Manuel, as they welcome you to their ‘Faulty Towers’ restaurant at the Raffles Singapore Hotel’s Casuarina Suite between the 9 and 12 April 2015. This par ally scripted show will leave you choking with laughter and service will be far less than smooth with unbelievably hilarious results. All ckets include a threecourse meal and a two-hour immersive performance.

RUSSELL PETERS: ALMOST FAMOUS WORLD TOUR 2015 Don’t miss the return of Canadian funny man, Russell Peters as he returns to Singapore for an epic series of not one but three performances on the 6 to 8 April 2015 at Suntec Singapore Conven on and Exhibi on Centre! His latest tour will also feature his very own Official Tour DJ, DJ Spinbad.

For more informaƟon, visit: www.facebook.com/RussellPetersSG

For more informaƟon, visit: www.interacƟvetheatre.com

HIKING THE SOUTHEN RIDGES

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KUMAR STANDS UP FOR SINGAPORE (R18) Catch one of Singapore’s leading comedy icons, KUMAR, as he celebrates the na on’s 50th anniversary by unravelling the Lion City’s quirky past in a history lesson unlike any other, across just seven performances, from the 22 to 26 April 2015 at the Esplanade Theatre!

For more informaƟon, visit: www.esplanade.com

WHOSE LINE IS IT ANYWAY? Watch as the original Bri sh stars of the hit, improvised comedy shows, “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” perform in Singapore for the third year running at klapsons The Bou que Hotel from the 6 to 9 May 2015. No two shows are ever the same, with Ian Coppinger, Andy Smart, Stephen Frost and Steven Steen taking audience sugges ons on board to come up hilarious sketches off the tops of their heads!

For more informaƟon, visit: www.sisƟc.com

Didn’t manage to steal Ɵckets to these great show? Not to worry - there’s plenty of stand up comedy shows happening in Singapore every week! Head to Hero’s (69 Circular Road, Singapore 049423) for Comedy Masala every Tuesday night and grab a beer as you watch some of Singapore’s best up and coming comedians perform their very own stand up!

Watch out for big internaƟonal names too as Comedy Masala is known to have hosted past legends like Jimmy Shubert and Brad Upton.

SƟll haven’t had enough? Head to Kampong Glam instuƟon, Blu Jaz Cafe (11 Bali Lane, Singapore 189848) as they host an open mic night, Talk Cock Comedy, every Wednesday from 8.30pm.

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JUBILEE CELEBRATION AT ROYAL PLAZA ON SCOTTS In honour of Singapore’s 50-year celebra on, the popular Royal Plaza on Sco s is offering a celebratory room promo on rewarding every 50th guest who makes a booking on the hotel’s website with a S$50 gi cer ficate which can be used to offset their bill. Guests can enjoy complimentary benefits such as high-speed internet on mul ple devices, Nespresso machines and a complimentary minibar that’s replenished daily.

Book and stay from now to 31 December 2015 to take part in the

promo on. Rates start from S$210++ for a Deluxe room for the Advance Deal when guests book 30 days or more prior to arrival.

Reserva ons must be made on royalplaza.com.sg and rooms are subject to availability.

All winners will be informed via email and the gi cer ficates will be presented upon winners’ arrival.

For more details, please visit plaza.com.sg/sg50-room-promo on

BUMBU BALI AT MANDARIN ORIENTAL Melt at the Mandarin Oriental will play host to the Balinese cuisine of Chef Heinz Von Holzen from April 28 to May 8. Introducing dishes from his restaurant Bumbu Bali, dishes will include Pesan Be Pasih - tender grilled fish served in banana leaf, creamy Bebek Menyanyat duck curry, Sambel Udang - prawns cooked in delicious spiced tomato sauce, and en cing Kambing Mekuah lamb stew. The buffet spread will also include the signature spit-roasted Babi Guling and a Live Noodles Sta on serving Soto Ayam. The Lunch buffet is $68, inclusive of juices and so drinks.

Dinner is $88 (for food only) and $118 (inclusive of beer and house wines). Brunch on 3 May is $108 (inclusive of juices and so drinks), and $158 per person (inclusive of champagne, wines, beer, juices and so drinks). A cooking class demonstra on by Chef Heinz von Holzen on 1 May is $108 per person, inclusive of a buffet dinner. For enquiries and reservaƟons, please email mosin-dining@mohg.com or call 6885 3500.

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TULIPMANIA Step into a magical land as Gardens By The Bay presents its third annual edi on of Tulipmania, where over 40 varie es of tulip will be displayed in the Flower Dome from now un l the 10 May 2015 (9am to 9pm).

Tulipmania is just the second in a six-chapter line-up of floral displays set to take over the ever-changing garden throughout the year. Tulip enthusiasts – keep an eye out for “Red Riding Hood”, “Purple Prince” and “Orange Princess” tulips as they bloom amongst fairy tale favourites like Rapunzel’s tower and Cinderella’s carriage! Tulipmania, Flower Dome at Gardens By The Bay, 18 Marina Gardens Drive, tel: 6636 2083, gardensbythebay.com.sg

ALTERED STATES

PHOTOS COURTESY OF PALM AVENUE FLOAT CLUB

By Alexander Trew

HAVE YOU EVER WANTED TO LOSE YOURSELF IN TOTAL PEACE AND SILENCE, TEMPORARILY REMOVING YOURSELF FROM REALITY? Palm Avenue Float Club offers guests this exact experience in the relaxed atmosphere of a spa, through something called Sensory Depriva on Therapy (or ‘floa ng’). This is a therapeu c technique that seeks to minimise all sensory input, specifically sound, sight and smell.

This is done by placing customers in a sound and lightproof tank where they float in shallow water, heated to body temperature and mixed with Epsom salts.

The Epsom salts are to help you float, removing the impact of gravity on your body and allowing your muscles, bones and joints to completely relax. They also help replenish magnesium and sulfate, which play important roles in everything from organ func on, bone strengthening and the development of brain ssue.

Floa ng encourages deep relaxa on and allows people to reach what is referred to as a ‘theta state of mind’, which is normally only experienced a er intense medita on. In this state your mind is free of the overwhelming pressures of daily life and even lets you delve into your subconscious. It’s believed to promote the release of endorphins, which not only provides a natural high, but may help alleviate feelings associated with depression, stress and anxiety.

From my personal experience, floa ng does everything it says on the n! From the moment I lay in the tank, I began to no ce how much tension there was in my body. Yet, by simply focusing on my breathing, the tension began to melt away and it felt like I was almost rolling in the clouds or floa ng in the ocean. The experience was surreal but my mind felt liberated and seemed to leave my body completely, only to return at the end of the session. A er just one experience, I felt as though I had a new lease on life. I felt refreshed, energe c and far less stressed about whatever worries I had. Physically I felt like my body had been reset, and mentally I was more relaxed than I can ever remember being.

Single 60-minute and 90-minute sessions are available, but those spending longer in the city should consider purchasing a package of three, five or ten float sessions.

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AT THE TABLE: TBURU Nestled on the fi h floor of Orchard Gateway @ Emerald is Tburu – a new, light and airy Japanese restaurant that will have any sushi-lover swooning. Their expansive menu specialises in the freshest sushi, sashimi and grill items, which are imported daily from Japan. Patrons can expect to find much more than the typical offerings as classic dishes are presented with a modern spin, making for both a visual and flavourful treat.

We highly recommend their Kanpachi Carpaccio with Truffle Oil – a delicate appe ser decorated with edible chrysanthemum flowers and salmon roe. The A4 Japanese Wagyu (imported from Gunma, Japan) is another beau ful dish, presented in a smoke-filled glass dome to add an extra flavour dimension. Of course, no Japanese restaurant is quite complete without sake, for which Tburu is the exclusive supplier of Kurokabuto Yumeikkon Junai Ginjo Fukuoka.

Guests are even invited to choose their own sake glass, as the shape is believed to influence its taste. With its relaxed vibe and tasty dishes, Tburu is a great escape op on for those seeking a break from the busy streets below.

PREPARING SASHIMI AT THE T BAR

TBURU’S INTERIOR

CALVIN YEUNG, OWNER AND EXECUTIVE CHEF

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KANPACHI CARPACCIO

GRILLED WAGYU BEEF CUBES

PHOTOS COURTESY OF TBURU

Tburu, #05-01, orchardgateway@emerald, 218 Orchard Road, tel: 6221 0004.

HUNGRY FOR HEROES In the growing tradi on of finding unexpected gems in largely unexplored areas of Singapore, Tessensohn Road, on the outskirts of Li le India, saw the opening of two new concepts recently, Hungry Heroes and Art Art and Away. Managed by Samsa on, these two new outlets include a concept restaurant and an art gallery. Hungry Heroes offers a large two-storey restaurant showcasing the owners impressive collec on of comic hero memorabilia. Life-size statues of superheroes, busts and hero paraphernalia, including a toy gun arsenal, adorn the jam-packed walls, providing easily enough visual s mula on for those travelling with children. The menu is guaranteed to go down well with the young too. With a menu of hero-inspired dishes, the focus here is very much on popular meat favourites – choices include pulled pork, sausages and large sharing pla ers, which include tender ribs, lamb racks and grilled steaks. The Pork Ribs are a speciality, available in both half and full racks. These are cooked twice – first braised first over low heat and then glazed with house marinades and roasted in the oven. If you’re dining in a group we’d suggest ordering a pla er like the ‘Steak Out’, which serves up to five guests and comes with fries or roast potatoes, caramelized onion and coleslaw. To wash all this down, we’d advise choosing from their selec on of cra beers and ciders.

If you’re looking for some quirky art to brighten up your house, then pop into Art Art and Away a couple of doors down from Hungry Heroes.

With a newly opened café, this gallery is home to an eclec c choice of colourful art pieces at very affordable prices.

PHOTOS COURTESY OF HUNGRY HEROES

Hungry Heroes, 33 Tessensohn Road, tel: 6295 5401, hungryheroes.sg

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WORLD GOURMET SUMMIT 2015 Bellies will roar in the Lion City during the 19th edition of the famed World Gourmet Summit (6 April to 3 May 2015), where guests can expect an overwhelming number of culinary delights spread over four weeks of gastronomy.

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Start the series by teasing your taste buds on the 8 April 2015 with “Streets of Bangkok @ Longtail/Sabai”, at Longtail Asian Brasserie and Bar, as they serve up Bangkok-style street food favourites. Or cut the cheese at Racle e Night on the 11 April at Le Bistrot du Sommelier’s Rille e Bar. For those looking to liquor up, taste gin at its best at The White Rabbit’s “All About Gin: Living Botanicals” on the 10 April 2015.

Be sure not to miss one of the key highlights, the 15th Awards of Excellence, happening in conjunc on with the WGS 2015 Opening Recep on (14 April 2015), where 27 pres gious accolades will be awarded to leading figures in the F&B industry. This year’s nominees include Singapore chefs, Ivan Brehm (Bacchanalia), Ryan Cli (Tippling Club), Andre Chiang (Restaurant Andre), Brandon Foo (Le Bistrot du Sommelier), Christopher Millar (Stellar at 1-Al tude) and Stephane Istel (Bar-Roque Grill), each vying for the tle of Kitchenaid’s Chef Of The Year!

Then, loosen up those belt loops a li le more and make reserva ons at some of the city’s leading restaurants that will be hos ng some of the world’s greatest chefs as they prepare their Epicurean Delights menus from 14 to 25 April 2015.

Le Page : Chef Takagi; Clockwise from top : Opening Recep on; Jam Session; Chef Demonstra on; Sunday Brunch

Wish you could learn how it’s done? Put on your chef hat and try your hand in a culinary master class or workshop! This year’s highlights include ‘Sco sh Seafood: Hands On Workshop’ featuring famed ‘street food chef’, Will Meyrick. If you have a sweet tooth, sign up for Cherish Finden’s ‘Royal English A ernoon Tea: Hands On Workshop’, as she shares some of her best recipes.

Keep on the look out for other culinary tans taking part like the Roca brothers of the three-Michelin starred El Celler de Can Roca (Spain), three-Michelin-starred chef Christophe Muller from L’Abuerge Du Pont de Collonges, France, as well as two-Michelin-starred chefs, Chef Giancarlo Perbellini (Italy) and Chef Bruno Oger (France), to name but a few!

No ma er what you choose, you will leave inspired and enlightened as WGS 2015 pushes the boundaries of gastronomic crea vity. Be warned, places are very limited so book now to avoid missing out!

For more informa on, visit: www.worldgourmetsummit.com

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ESSENTIAL MOBILE APPS FOR YOUR SINGAPORE GETAWAY

By Florine E. Beauloye Discerning travellers no longer need to carry a hefty guidebook, oversized maps, public transport timetables and endless confirmation slips jumbled at the bottom of their bags.

There is a whole array of mobile applications that can enhance the travel experience at the touch of a button. Even though we enjoy the serendipitous nature of travelling, knowing that we can count on a palm-sized travel assistant at any time of the day and night is somehow comforting as well as being very useful.

But browsing through the App Store and Google Play can be as confusing as finding your way around a new city. So we have carefully handpicked some of our favourite nifty little apps to install on your phone before your next trip to Singapore. They are all free and available on both Android and iOS operating systems.

TRAVEL TripIt, Your Personal Travel Assistant TripIt is a travel organiser which consolidates all your travel confirma ons (flight informa on, hotel bookings, car rentals, restaurant reserva ons and ac vi es) in a single day-by-day i nerary. You can then easily share your travel details with friends and family. Once downloaded, you can access all your confirma on slips any me, even when you are offline.

XE Currency, Your Personal Trader With live currency data, the XE Currency app calculates and makes conversions instantly so you never land a bad exchange rate. You can save data for offline use as well.

Google Maps, Your Ul mate Map Saving Google Maps for offline access can always come in handy at some point in your travel. This rarely talked about feature allows you to store large map areas for guidance and mark places to visit in advance. You can now navigate the roads even when there is no Wi-Fi or data services available.

faster, especially on rainy days and during peak hours. The GrabTaxi booking app connects passengers directly to drivers from all taxi operators ensuring a quicker turnaround.

Show mezz, Your Movie Guide The Show mezz app displays movies playing around Singapore for the next few days in all major cinemas. You can also book your cket straight through the app.

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SGMalls, Your Shopping Guide SGMalls has shop directories and indoor maps to more than 80 malls in Singapore. It also features the latest shopping sales and promo ons.

HungryGoWhere, Your Local Foodie Guide HungryGoWhere lets you search for eateries by cuisine type, name of restaurant, loca on, proximity and even price range. It includes everything from hawker centres to fine dining restaurants. You can read reviews from diners and discover some of the must-tries, based on recommenda ons. You can even secure a table directly from the app.

HalalTrip, Your Halal Food Insider The HalalTrip app will please all Muslim foodies and travellers alike. This new app enables users to take and upload photos of halal restaurant discoveries around the world, write comments and share them through social media. HalalTrip uses the traveller’s loca on to display photos of halal dishes served in nearby eateries.

TRANSPORT Uber, Your Private Chauffeur Uber is an on-call driver service. Se ng it up is, well, uber-easy. Uber lets you track your driver’s loca on and gives you an es ma on of fares and the dura on it will take to reach your des na on. Uber automa cally charges each ride to the credit card you provided in your booking account, so you don’t need to worry about cash.

MyTransport.sg, Your Transport Companion This comprehensive app covers all modes of land transporta on and gives up-to-date traffic alerts. It locates nearby taxi stands, provides real- me bus arrival informa on and determines your MRT journey fare.

GrabTaxi, Your Taxi Driver You can always call for a taxi in Singapore, but hailing a cab through an app is usually 20

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OpenRice Singapore, Your Dining Guide OpenRice Singapore allows you to search and browse for restaurants by cuisine, area, dish and eatery type. It contains detailed lis ngs with contact informa on, signature dishes, reviews, map loca on, photos and offers dining deals and promo on vouchers that you can redeem at select restaurants. You can read the latest news about the local food scene and bookmark your list of must-try food places.

ACTIVITIES TripAdvisor Singapore City Guide, Your Travel Companion The app works offline and offers reviews, maps, self-guided tour i neraries and the ability to create your own trip journals. You’ll need to download the city data prior to hi ng the road.

NOTE WORTHY As you pack your bags for your next trip to Singapore, don’t forget to pack these handy apps, too. If you are going to use your smartphone whilst travelling, it’s always cheaper to buy a local SIM card with a data plan. Make sure to download the apps before you travel and use Singapore’s many Wi-Fi hotspots when you are out and about.

Appy travelling!

About The Author Florine E. Beauloye is an accomplished interna onal marketer and entrepreneur on a mission to help ambi ous businesses realise their full poten al through digital innova on. Florine is the founder and director of mOOnshot digital, a bou que crea ve agency providing bespoke online marke ng services to premium and luxury brands.

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Similar to Burnt Ends, the theme here is on relaxed dining, with the focus, as the name suggests, very much on meat. Where Burnt Ends uses their unique wood-fired BBQ oven to achieve greatness, at Meat Smith they have imported two Southern Pride Smokers from the US to create authen c southern cuisine with a couple of Asian twists. inspired by a blacksmith theme, with iron tractor seat stools propping up the bar, an open kitchen and long wooden tables encouraging communal dining.

It’s unpreten ous and noisy, with loud country music reminding diners of its culinary roots.

At the helm is US Chef Andrew Baldus, who worked with the kitchen team at Burnt Ends in 2013 before returning to Nebraska. Happy to be back in Singapore, escaping the cold weather back home, he talked us through his new menu at Meat Smith. “To bring the true flavours of southern cuisine I went on a BBQ tour of the southern region of the states with my sous chef Allie to research some authen c recipes. But we’re serving southern food with some influences from South East Asia. For example we serve a Thai style Som Tum cold slaw, we do Crab and Corn Hushpuppies and a Pig Ear Le uce Wrap with Banh Mi Pickles.” All sauces are made in house, and the shelves in the open kitchen are heavy with pickling jars and homemade concoc ons.

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Telok Ayer is now home to Meat Smith, a new restaurant concept from the people behind recent sensa ons like Burnt Ends (just voted number 30 Best Restaurant in Asia in the annual San Pellegrino Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants).

Other choices on the starter menu include a Chicken Liver Mousse, Chicken Wings and the delicious Fried Green Tomatoes, with cornmeal crumb and topped with creamy pimento cheese. “Typically in the United States, these are served just sliced and breaded but here we pickle the tomatoes first in a bread and bu er pickle for a slight bit of acidity.”

The meat course is the highlight here of course, and Meat Smith offer a choice of Pork or Beef Ribs, Brisket and Chicken that will have homesick southern expats weeping for joy.

“Briskets are cooked in the smokers over night for about 14 hours and the ribs some mes up to 17 hours, depending on the size.”

On my visit, the Pork ribs were served dusted in paprika, cooked with a perfect balance between texture and taste. The Beef was

melt-in-the-mouth tender, with so Wagyu marbling crea ng an extra flavour punch.

Recommended sides include the Ham Hock Greens, the slaw and the homemade bread rolls. “We’ll soon be baking corn bread but offer sourdough and white rolls for our liver mousse.”

His recommenda on for first me visitors? “I’d have the Fried Tomatoes, the Hush Puppies, the Brisket, the Half Chicken and the Ham Hock Greens, washed down with a couple of cra beers and a ‘pickleback’ (a whisky shot followed by a shot of homemade pickle brine) or two and then finish with our daily Cobbler.”

Meat Smith is recommended for a casual lunch or dinner.

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A bohemian garden oasis featuring a vibrant tiki bar set against our stunning views across Singapore and tropical tunes.

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MY SINGAPORE WEEKEND

By Terence Tan

Singaporean lawyer Terence Tan has lived in Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia and Canada but returned to his homeland in 2010. We asked him how he usually fills his weekends and for some insider tips on where to head for some peace and quiet.

SATURDAY If I don’t have a trial on for the coming week, or an opinion to dra , the perfect start to weekend would be a lie-in. But fate invariably conspires against me. I am usually roused by excited cheeps from the mischievous mynahs that inhabit the tree opposite my bedroom window. Around sunrise, a bevy of housewives cajole each other along the ny lane outside my bedroom window to the nearby wet market, screeching incessantly about this and that and impeding honking traffic. Who needs an alarm clock, eh?

Chin Mee Chin Confec onary

I like to start the weekend with a leisurely brunch. I occasionally get on my bicycle and perambulate to Chin Mee Chin Confec onary (204 East Coast Road). This establishment is over 80 years old and located in a period shophouse, providing a nostalgic throw-back to what Singapore might have been like in the 1950s. It serves home-made kaya with thick slices of bu er on toast.

If I’m not feeling like a local kopi, I’ll usually head to one of the many excellent coffee houses available around the island. Two of my favourites are Oriole Coffee Roasters (1/10A Jiak Chuan Road) and Chye Seng Huat Hardware (150 Tyrwhi Road). The la er offers much more than your usual coffee experience, with roas ng happening on the premises, coffee-inspired gi s and books on sale and they serve an excellent cappacino.

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Peranakan Museum

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Coffee-roas ng at Chye Seng Huat Hardware

As I am largely sedentary during the week, a er brunch I like to go for a bit of a jaunt in a desperate bid to work off the week’s past meals. To avoid the midday heat, I enjoy spending a couple of leisurely hours po ering around the exhibits at the Asian Civilisa ons Museum, as well as the other fabulous museums administered by the Na onal Heritage Board like the Peranakan Museum and the Na onal Museum. I can’t wait for the new Na onal Gallery to open later in the year as this will further expand my choice of midday cultural strolls.

Once the heat has abated somewhat, I’ll opt for some fresh air in one of the city’s ample green spaces, usually The Singapore Botanic Gardens, especially if they are hos ng a concert or play. Gardens by the Bay and the various zoological a rac ons such as the Night Safari and River Safari are also brilliant. www.nowsingapore.co.id APRIL - MAY 2015 25

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If I’m feeling like a more organised walk, the Singapore Heritage Society arrange cultural tours of Singapore’s many colourful neighbourhoods, which is a great way of ge ng some exercise and learning something new at the same me.

A er all this exercise, I’ll generally get an early dinner with friends at somehwere local like the Sik Wai Sin Ea ng House in Geylang.

This popular jaunt offers up a selec on of ambrosial Cantonese delicacies – I go for the steamed fish head and the garlic ginger chicken.

Biking along The Rail Corridor

A er dinner, if I’ve got any energy le , I’ll grab a few drinks at one of the many new bars and speakeasies to open over the last couple of years. One favourite is 28 Hongkong Street which does a splendiferous Old Fashioned!

Sunday A good way to start Sunday a er a night out is brunch at Open Door Policy (19 Yong Siak Street) in Tiong Bahru. It serves good strong coffee and my favourite start to the day truffle scrambled organic eggs with oysters, shimeji, Portobello mushrooms, baby spinach and sourdough. A er ea ng, I might wander through Tiong Bahru.

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Bumboats to Pulau Ubin

If I feel like a some peace and quiet, away from the maddening crowd, my favourite communion with nature is a hike or bike ride along the Rail Corridor. This was formerly railway land and stretches approximately 24 kilometres from Woodlands to Tanjong Pagar, with much greenery and birdlife to gawk at en route. Alterna vely, a fantas c walk through MacRitchie Reservoir Park gets you to the Tree Top Walk, a suspension bridge overlooking an exquisite canopy of rainforest. For a coastal escape, I’ll hop on a bumboat from Changi Point to Pulau Ubin.

Here you can rent a bicycle and explore the island, both on and off-road, which is highly recommended. If I don’t eat lunch on the island, I’ll head to Changi Village Hawker Centre when back on the mainland for some Nasi Padang or Nasi Lemak and a fresh coconut to rehydrate.

In the evenings, I enjoy exploring the streets around Arab Street and Haji Lane – there are lots of small independent shops here selling interes ng products and there’s a good vibe in the evenings. Blu Jaz is a favourite for a chilled dinner on the pa o and I might pop into Bar Stories (55/57A Haji Lane) or Long Play (4 Haji Lane) for a night cap before heading home.

Enjoy your weekends!

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Steven Long Independent for 50 years, Singapore is celebrating its Golden Jubilee this year. We spoke to Steven Long, the Singaporean General Manager of the Sheraton Towers, about how the city has changed in his eyes and what guests should look out for while visiting the city.

How has Singapore changed in the past five years?

Singapore has changed tremendously in recent years - from the inaugura on of the F1 night race, an interna onal event that puts Singapore on the world map, to the introduc on of exci ng new a rac ons like Gardens by the Bay and the two integrated resorts, which have notably transformed the city’s skyline.

How does it compare with the Singapore you grew up in?

The Singapore of my childhood was a very different place from the one we know of today. Life was much simpler; everyone dined mainly in hawker centres and coffee shops.

These days people have much more choice.

How has the hospitality industry developed during your career in Singapore?

The hospitality industry has expanded incredibly; there were only a limited number of hotels in Singapore when Sheraton Towers officially opened in 1985, whereas today the number has crossed 300 and is growing rapidly. This expansion is largely due to increased tourist arrivals fuelled by the new and vibrant shopping malls, exci ng dining venues as well as the introduc on of the integrated resorts and other places of interest in Singapore. Besides, the growing availability of low-cost carriers has also encouraged short-haul flights around the Asia Pacific region. It is no wonder Singapore has been named the top travel des na on in 2015 by Lonely Planet.

How does the Singapore dining scene compare with the rest of Asia? What dishes should guests try at the Sheraton?

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offering cuisines from Chinese to Malay, Indian to Peranakan. Our fine dining scene has also seen an influx of award-winning chefs, new dining concepts and innova ve culinary techniques from around the world, which have injected novelty and created a mul tude of gourmet experiences in Singapore.

For a taste of Singapore, guests should definitely try the highly-rated Sheraton Signature Laksa, which is either served fried “dry” or in thick soup. Alterna vely, a nutri ous and comfor ng double-boiled soup is always a good starter to an authen c Cantonese meal at Li Bai. And for discerning diners who appreciate a fine selec on of homemade pasta, DOMS the Italian Restaurant should not be missed.

What local delicacies would you recommend to the visitor and what are your favourite hawker stands/centres?

Sheraton’s Homemade Basil Tagliatelle

Given the wide choice of local delicacies in Singapore, you can imagine that my recommenda on list is quite long. However if I have to men on one favourite food haunt, it would be the famous Bak Chor Mee (Minced Pork Noodle) on Crawford Lane. From the al dente noodle doused in flavourful vinegar, to the freshly minced pork and silky so dumplings with ght meat fillings, this is arguably the best in Singapore.

The rich hawker heritage is unique to Singapore and the Old Airport Road Food Centre remains one of my favourites. It houses many renowned hawkers that serve authen c local fare at a reasonable price.

The other food centre that I frequent is Newton Circus as it is only a five-minute walk from the Sheraton and offers an excellent selec on of barbequed seafood.

How do you relax on your weekends?

What would constitute the perfect day?

Weekends are when I unplug from day-today ma ers, giving me the space and me

Double Boiled Seafood Soup Served In Mini Pumpkin

to be more introspec ve about my work, guests and associates. Besides recharging for a brand new week ahead, I dedicate a lot of quality me to my family.

Naturally, the perfect day for me includes my family and friends. I like to jump-start the day with a simple breakfast and a cup of aroma c black coffee while I catch up on the latest news in the papers. As I understand the importance of staying fit and healthy, I not only jog on weekdays but also sweat it out on weekends when I meet my friends for a few vigorous badminton games. In the evenings, I like to take my family out to explore new dining spots.

Singapore is celebrating 50 years of Independence in 2015 - is this a big year for the city?

Singapore has come a long way since its independence. Having seen numerous campaigns surrounding the SG50 theme, I would say this is the biggest na onal event yet.

What are you most looking forward to in 2015?

As Sheraton celebrates its 30th anniversary this year, I look forward to working alongside my associates to con nuously deliver the warm and personable service that Sheraton is well known for. I will take good care of the team’s well-being, because only when the associates are in their best form are they able to serve our guests well.

Which neighbourhoods in Singapore do you think hold the most charm and are must visits for travellers to the city?

And why?

I have to give it to the neighbourhood of Katong. Travellers who explore this cultural enclave will discover age-old eateries, conserva on architecture and quaint Peranakan shophouses.

Chinatown is another ethnic neighbourhood I would recommend travellers to stop by, especially if their visit coincides with Chinese

New Year as they can get acquainted with Chinese culture while basking in exuberant fes vi es.

How is the Sheraton celebrating Singapore’s Golden Jubilee?

In line with the na on’s effort in honouring the pioneer genera on, the Sheraton will be rolling out a series of promo ons as a tribute to those who have contributed significantly to our na on building. The promo ons encapsulate the Sheraton’s core values of warmth, connec on and community and are designed to encourage family bonding togetherness through offers like dining discounts, special family stayca ons and longevity birthday celebra ons. www.nowsingapore.co.id APRIL - MAY 2015 29

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FAMILY FUN oN SENTOSA

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There’s something to keep everyone happy in Sentosa, no matter what you’re looking for. The self-declared ‘State of Fun’ keeps getting better with newly opened attractions, better transportation facilities and loads of choice for a few refreshing drinks or dinner after a hot day in the sun. What’s more, in celebration of Singapore’s 50 years of independence, the island is now free to enter on foot via the Boardwalk all day and for all vehicles after 5pm. For a lively mix of adrenaline thrills, culture, history, nature and coastal dining, we’ve picked a small selection of favourites to fill your day.

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Underwater World One of the oldest a rac ons on the island, Underwater World s ll draws the crowds for its daily dolphin shows. Featuring two rare pink dolphins and a couple of adorable seals, this 30-minute show is sure to be a hit with the li le ones. Watch as these intelligent mammals interact with their trainers, showing o a range of tricks that include incredible balancing skills, speed swimming, acroba cs and even dancing! Apart from the show, Underwater World also features just that, with an impressive collec on of aqua c life including sharks, rays and much more. At feeding me, the tunnel that winds through the aquarium is quite a sight as the feeder grapples with a frenzy of hungry fish. Other highlights include viewing tanks of a range of species from the ny Sea Angels to dreamlike Sea Dragons and the giant Arapaima.

Underwater World, 80 Siloso Road, tel: 6275 0030, underwaterworld.com.sg

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Madame Tussauds Singapore and Images of Singapore One of the newest a rac ons in Sentosa is Madame Tussauds, the latest opening in their empire of waxwork museums across the world. Like all Madame Tussauds, there is an impressive collec on of wax figures, depic ng famous poli cians, sports personali es and A-list actors. On display here are some Singaporean heroes, as well as popular favourites from across the region like Bruce Lee, Yao Ming and Jackie Chan. Selfie addicts will have a field day with so many willing par cipants – you can even create your own special photo moment by dressing up with the provided accessories! Feel like wheeling ET out for a ride? Go ahead! The newest figure on show is the Singapore Girl, the second me this much-loved iconic figure has graced the halls of Madame Tussauds, but the first me in Asia. The current model s ll works for Singapore Airlines, so you never know when your paths may cross. Some figures on display here are more lifelike than others – we were sure there was an actor posing in one of the halls to fool visitors but of course, we were mistaken.

If you plan to visit Madame Tussauds, we highly recommend enjoying the connected Images of Singapore a rac on during your visit, preferably beforehand. This interac ve actor-led journey through the history of Singapore, tracing its growth from muddy swamp to world financial capital, is great fun, informa ve and med perfect to entertain even the most easily distracted children.

Madame Tussauds Singapore, 40 Imbiah Road, tel: 6715 4000, madametussauds.com/Singapore

MegaZip Adventure Park If you’ve enjoyed the adrenaline thrills available at the Luge Skyline Sentosa but want to (literally) take it up a notch, head up to MegaZip Adventure Park. Here you can prac ce your climbing skills, experience a ParaJump and elevate yourself in an acroba c extravaganza on the MegaBounce trampoline. The highlight though is the MegaZip ride from the summit of Imbiah Hill to the beach. Travelling at speeds of up to 60kph over the jungle canopy, this is a sure way to reawaken your spirit of adventure and should definitely be tried. If you’re not content with only one ride, do it again straight away for only $20! - Terms and condi ons apply.

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C Side A er all the thrill and excitement, where be er to enjoy a few cold drinks and a casual meal than at the C Side. Taking up one of the island’s be er stretches of beach at Siloso, C Side offers an eclec c assortment of coastal treats including the lively Bikini Bar (the only bar where you can get a cold Bintang on the island), the casual eatery Coastes, and the aptly-named Sand Bar. Hire a sun lounger at Coastes to watch the sunset, play some pool at the Bikini Bar and then enjoy some live music at the Sand Bar to round off your day on Sentosa in fully relaxed fashion.

C Side, 50 Siloso Beach Walk, tel: 6631 8938, cside.sg

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ARABIAN AFTERNOONS AND NIGHTS

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Wander around Singapore and it won’t be long before you notice that every cultural community here has its own little neighbourhood, from the famed Peranakan district in Katong and Joo Chiat, to Little India and of course, Chinatown.

When it comes to Singapore’s Malay community, there’s no other place quite like Kampong Glam and the famed Haji Lane. Historically named after the gelam tree that used to grow prevalently throughout the area, it's name has evolved throughout the years to the more apt ‘Kampong Glam’ (short for ‘glamorous’), a title that embodies its reputation as being one of Singapore’s most stylish quarters.

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If you are planning to visit, heed our advice and devote at least half, if not a full day to explore everything this district has to offer!

Tick the tourist boxes by heading to the historic Sultan Mosque (3 Muscat Street) and marvel at the grandeur of its large golden domes. Constructed in 1824, this heritage site is highly regarded as one of the most important places of worship on the island.

Then, wrap your head around more of Singapore’s rich Malay history at the Malay Heritage Centre (85 Sultan Gate), the former palace of Sultan Hussein. Before you break for lunch, be sure to check out the Children Li le Museum (42 Bussorah Street) too. This nostalgic place is filled with vintage toys and other an que treasures, tucked away in a two-storey shop-house and guarded by a quirky, man-sized robot at its entrance!

LeŌ top to boƩom: Sultan Mosque; the facade of the Malay Heritage Centre; toys and trinkets at the Children LiƩle Museum.

Right clockwise: Colourful cafe on Haji Lane; eggs benedict at Symmetry Cafe; quirky shopfront.

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When the hunger pangs reach an audible growl, we guarantee there will be something to sa sfy even the fussiest of eaters! If you have a voracious appe te, head to I Am… cafe (674 North Bridge Road), a casual Halal eatery serving up generous plates of pizzas, sandwiches and burgers. They’re famous for their chargrilled Chicken Satay Burger, so be sure to give it a try!

seemingly endless lines of bou que stores that occupy the classic shop-houses along Haji Lane. Ladies, make a beeline for the Salad Shop (25 Haji Lane), an elegant and cleverly designed black and white shop space selling minimalist fashion pieces and home accessories. For meless vintage wear, keep on the lookout for Dulce ig (41 Haji Lane), but if modern fashion is more your style, browse the rails and shelves of Modparade (68 Haji Lane) or Mondays Off (76 Haji Lane), for cu ng edge designs that are sure to catch people’s a en on. There’s plenty in terms of sustainable shopping too, from the home decor pieces at Gaia Living to the organic, unisex bamboo clothing at Zhai (82 Haji Lane).

If you find yourself in the area on a weekend, opt for Symmetry Cafe (9 Jalan Kubor) for what is highly regarded as one of Singapore’s best brunch spots. Tuck into classics like their Eggs Benedict or consider something more innova ve like their Truffle Mushroom Carbonara! Aim to be there early or be prepared to stand in line as the compe on for tables is fierce! If you’re simply looking for a snack, curb the appe te by paying a visit to 26 Tapas Bar (26 Kandahar Street) and order a range of sharing plates like their famous three-flavoured chicken drumlets or split their “Ugly Duckling Pizza”, to fuel you through the a ernoon.

Gents, restock your wardrobes on the second floor of Maison Ikkoku (20 Kandahar Street), which houses a café on its first floor and a bar on the third, so don’t be surprised if you find it difficult to leave! Those with a slightly more punk-rock, hipster edge, check our SUP Clothing (34 Haji Lane), carrying top name brands like Herschel, OBEY and P.A.P.

To get a real taste of the ‘glam’ in this quarter, don’t leave without exploring the

In the late a ernoon, the surrounding streets really start to come alive in prep for

the night ahead. If your energy is flagging, grab a cup of coffee or tea and perhaps a dessert at one of the quirky, vibrant cafes that are sure to get you a few likes on your Instagram account! Get a bit of an ‘Alice In Wonderland’ experience in The Pantry in Shop Wonderland, with its popular flavoured sodas in tradi onal medicine bo les and its range of fluff y and sweet treats displayed in tradi onal bell jars. If the kids are in tow, consider EatPlayLove Cra Cafe (28 Aliwal Street, #01-07 Aliwal Arts Centre) where an arts and cra s corner is sure to keep them occupied while you relax.

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To see Kampong Glam in its absolute prime, plan a night of bar hopping between some of Singapore’s hippest night spots. Start at KOI Bangers + Izakaya (9 Haji Lane), a rebellious venue with plenty of bar bites, powerful drinks and eclec c music! If you fancy an evening of cocktail tas ng, there’s no place quite like Bar Stories (57A Haji Lane). They don’t exactly have a menu but that’s where the fun lies! Simply describe what kind of flavours you feel like and let them work their magic to create some of the tas est drinks in town. If beer is more your pple, consider Working Title (48 Arab Street) for a chilled vibe and a great selec on of cra beers. The newest opening is Long Play (33 Arab Street), a must for audiophiles and vinyl enthusiasts.

The whole interior of this sleek modern space is inspired by vinyl (even the address) with the owner’s impressive collec on of hits from

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the 50’s onwards forming the soundtrack.

Bring your own records on Wednesdays and get to play DJ! When the buzz really gets going, head to local nightlife ins tu on, Blu Jaz Cafe (11 Bali Lane) for great live music acts (every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday) and stand up comedy nights by Talk Cock Comedy (every Wednesday). Last but not least, what could beat an evening listening to live music in the city’s most authen c jazz club, SingJazz Club in The Sultan Hotel (101 Jalan Sultan)? Paying this swanky joint a visit is an absolute must. Order yourself a cocktail or browse their impressive whisky selec on and tune in to some of the best regional and interna onal live acts that take the stage every Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday!

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Sunday Afternoon in Little India Photo Essay By Aaron Joel Santos Vibrant, fragrant and frenetic, the alleys and laneways of Little India pulse under the sun of a Sunday afternoon. Men gather to watch television outside, women walk through the shops lining Serangoon Road and the roads and markets surrounding the MRT station are thronged with what feels like an entire nation of people taking the day off. Crowds gather in small patches of grass and on cement benches and behind houses. The shoppers elbow their way through Mustafa Centre. The din of a thousand conversations emanates from every outdoor restaurant. The smells of freshly displayed fruits and vegetables, tempered spices and things on fire fi ll the warm humid air.

I am drawn to the shop fronts and sidewalk vendors, to the men yelling and smoking outside of gold shops. To the young children in colourful saris being carried along by their mothers on one errand or another. To the man crafting betel nut leaves like an art form. The call to afternoon prayer over the loudspeaker at Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple.

The devout, hunched over in meditation. The woman, fi lling lemon rinds with wax to use as candles for the altars.

Little India feels overwhelmingly like a sum of all its parts. A chaotic rainbow of colours, scents and sounds. Take one thing away and the authenticity starts to fade. But as it is, it is unlike anywhere else in Singapore. A neighbourhood completely made of its own design, marching to the strange, dissonant beat of its own weird drummer. And that is a beautiful thing to see and experience, especially on a Sunday afternoon, camera in hand, with absolutely nothing to do but wander and get lost in the beautiful madness.

Details of Kali and other Hindu dieties at Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple

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ALTERNATIVE SEAFOOD DINING

By Marissa Trew

While we would never deny our love for the rich and spicy flavours of the classic Singapore chilli crab (that even has celebrity chefs like Gordon Ramsay coming back for more), we like a bit of variety too! Luckily for us, the Singapore seafood scene stretches far beyond this iconic dish… but knowing and deciding where to go may be a tough shell to crack. Fortunately, you can’t go wrong by paying a visit to the following three restaurants for an alternative Singapore seafood fix!

Pince and Pints There are only four items on this menu, all of which have one key word – lobster. Have it simply steamed, grilled with lashings of bu er, chopped and dressed in a lobster roll or try it in a ‘chilli crab’ chilli sauce. Or, simply gather a group and order one (or two!) or everything! No ma er which style you opt for, expect extremely generous por ons, as every order is prepared with a (roughly) 600-gram lobster. Plus, you also get perfectly crispy, chunky chips, an indulgent bu er sauce that you will dip literally everything into (including your fingers) and a dressed salad for an extra fresh kick (or deep-fried mantou bread for the Chilli Lobster). While the menu may 50

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be short, don’t be mistaken – there is no shortage of variety here.

Their cocktail menu will leave you spoilt for choice! We recommend their newest addi on, ‘Apple Bo om Jeans, Boots With The Fur’, a mix of homemade red apple soda, smoked apple wood, vodka, calvados and a sour plum sugar rim. If cocktails aren’t on the cards, you can’t go too far wrong with their beer and wine list either.

Pince and Pints, 32–33 Duxton Road, tel: 6225 7558, pinceandpints.com.

Full Of Crab Leave your manners at the door at this no-frills establishment where not only are your dishes served directly on the table surface in industrial-sized sacks, but there’s no cutlery either! Right on the bustling East Coast stretch, this Louisana-styled venue is perfect for a casual family or friends’ night out. The ordering process is simple – customise your meal by picking your shellfish (with various crab op ons, shrimp, crayfish, clams and Boston lobsters), flavour it with Cajun, garlic bu er or their ‘Fully Loaded’ seasonings, then choose your level of spice. Otherwise, go for the tried and tested combo pla ers that come with an addi onal half-kilo serving of shrimp and

sides. When it comes to the table, strap on a bib and dig straight in.

While serving sizes here are massive, don’t be too surprised if you find yourself compe ng against your fellow diners for the best bits! A er ea ng (when you can finally claim that you are genuinely ‘full of crab’), leave your mark by picking up a pen and signing the restaurant’s wall, which is densely decorated with signatures of dining regulars and interna onal visitors.

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The Prawn Star Shining the spotlight on the slightly humbler shellfish (the hint is in the name), this restaurant specialises in ‘tze char’ comfort foods with a modern twist. It may be housed in a pre-war shop-house elegant enough for a dinner date but prepare to get your hands dirty when the food arrives… we assure you, it’s finger-licking good. Order the Sriracha Caramel Popcorn to munch on as you browse the menu.

Crunchy, salty, sweet with a light kick, it’s brilliant for ge ng your taste buds buzzing. The Curried Mussels (sourced from Scotland) are fragrant, plump and in a word – delicious, but of course, the true heroes are the TPS Grilled King Prawns in Kimchi-Miso Bu er and the King Prawns on Vermicelli Claypot. The gigan c, juicy, chargrilled prawns have a smoky flavour profile (thanks to the binchō-tan 52

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charcoal) and definitely live up to the restaurant name. Trying to decide which was best le our table divided, so the clear solu on would be to order both. However another (slightly unexpected) champion is the fresh catch-of-the-day, a simply grilled whole fish, accompanied with olive oil, lemon and the choice of a cold baby bak choy and sesame oil or fennel and lemon juice salad – perfect for those that prefer simpler, cleaner flavours.

The Prawn Star, 21 Duxton Hill, tel: 6323 3353.

by Kevin Gantner As the owner of The Alaska Guys, I get three or four phone calls a week with people asking, “How much is your salmon?” I used to ask what kind of salmon they were interested in but it became quickly apparent that many consumers were unfamiliar with the different varieties available and how to make an informed purchase. Coho? Silver? Red? Sockeye? King? Chinook? Chum?

Keta? Pink? Humpy? Wild? Farmed? Pacific? Atlantic? Norwegian? Chilean? New Zealand? Alaskan? How do you choose? I hope the following information will help you become a knowledgeable salmon shopper, so you can choose the perfect fish for your recipes.

ATLANTIC & PACIFIC There are two types of salmon, Atlan c and Pacific. Atlan c salmon is found in the northern Atlan c Ocean and is usually farmed. Salmon from the Pacific are both farmed and wild. Farmed salmon comes from Chile, Canada and New Zealand and the mass majority of wild salmon comes from Alaska.

FARMED & WILD What does farmed mean? Exactly how it sounds, fish are raised in cages or large coastal-ne ed pens. Millions of fish are bred, raised and grown in these pens crammed together and unable to swim freely. In these crowded farm condi ons, salmon can quickly become sick or infected with viruses, bacteria or sea lice. The farms are also cause for environmental concern, as the open net pens are located in channels and inlets where wild salmon pass by, which risks contamina on.

Wild-caught salmon is just that, salmon caught in the wild and never farmed then released. Wild-caught salmon is born, grown and caught in the wild, typically with long lines or dri nets. Due to their natural environment, wild salmon pose fewer consumer health problems than farmed salmon.

KNOW YOUR ALASKAN SALMON Once a wild Alaskan salmon finds its way into freshwater rivers and streams to spawn, drama c physical changes occur. This allows

for easy iden fica on of the different types of salmon. However, salmon taken from salt water can be extremely difficult to iden fy, as all five types of Alaskan salmon are a shiny silver colour in ocean waters.

But we all know that with salmon, it’s what is on the inside that counts – each type of fish has a loyal following, depending on the planned use.

To disƟnguish which tasty treat you need, check the following guide: • King Salmon (aka Chinook) Averaging 9.07 kilogrammes and ranging from 50-76 cen metres, King Salmon are the largest but the least abundant in Alaskan waters. They are available all year-round. The strong flavour and thicker fillets make them the best choice for the BBQ. • Sockeye Salmon (aka Red) With an average weight of about 2.72 kilogrammes, Sockeye Salmon is the second most abundant Alaskan salmon.

Sockeye is the first salmon of the season to arrive, swimming up stream in late May or early June. Due to its rich flavour and firm red meat, Sockeye is considered the premium of all salmon and is a favourite for baking, pan-frying and smoking.

• Coho Salmon (aka Silver) The second largest salmon species, Coho average 5.44 kilogrammes and range from 63.5-89 cen metres in length. This figh ng

fish is well known for sport fishing and is highly valued for its flavour. With a milder flavour and a generally less expensive price, Coho is a popular choice for smoking or cooking (baking, grilling and pan-frying).

• Chum Salmon (aka Keta or Dog) Averaging 3.63 kilogrammes and 63.568.5 cen metres, Chum Salmon has a firm texture, a temp ng orange-pink colour and delicate flavour. This plen ful fish is the last to arrive in the season, usually in September. Since Chum is not a very oily fish, it’s great for fish chowders and soups.

• Pink Salmon (aka Humpy) Pinks, the smallest and most abundant salmon, average 900 grams to 1.3 kilogrammes and have the so est texture and mildest flavour of the five species, making them just right for baking and sauces, dips and spreads. Pink salmon are o en canned.

While purchasing wild-caught fish is the obvious healthy choice, it is o en difficult to know where the fish you buy actually comes from or what species it is. Be aware of ineffec ve labelling laws, vague fishmongers and uninformed grocery store clerks and order what you really want to get the best results.

There is a wild Alaskan salmon fillet to suit any taste, whether for barbecuing, grilling, pan-frying, baking, canning or making chowders, soups, sauces, dips and spreads. Enjoy!

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by Luke Finn | Images courtesy of Sorrel

One of the most exciting restaurants to open up in recent weeks has been Sorrel on Boon Tat Street.

Located in the growing foodie district that borders Chinatown and the Central Business District, like many in the area, Sorrel is situated in a converted shop-house. The interior is modern and simple, with a dining room leading on to the open kitchen, where stools at the counter afford the best view of the action. The work of local artists are featured on the walls but nothing distracts from the main focus here, which is very much the kitchen.

Here, the young team (the average age is 23) are turning heads with their crea ve take on modern cuisine in the five and seven course tas ng menus.

Delivering fine dining without the usual fuss or formality, Sorrel is unique in that the dishes that emerge from the kitchen are more of a collabora ve effort than the sole repertoire of a star Execu ve Chef.

Part of the Unlisted Collec on, the group that has brought celebrity chefs like Jason Atherton from around the globe to restaurants in Singapore, this is the first endeavour with a young local team – a gamble that has definitely paid off, if our recent visit is any marker. We sat down with the two of the team, Execu ve Chef Johnston Teo and Head Chef Alex Phan to find out more about the menu and what diners can look forward to. Both chefs met while working at the celebrated restaurant, The Tippling Club, with Chef Teo then moving onto JAAN, while Chef Phan moved to Open Door Policy in Tiong Bahru.

Reunited at Sorrel, they have created a menu that draws on their experience in Western

and Asian cooking styles and formed a cuisine that is not so much fusion, but instead takes the best of both worlds to create something totally new. As Chef Teo explains, “in some restaurants, the Execu ve Chef decides which way the dish will be prepared. Here, we are open to sugges ons from our team and a number of dishes on the menu are the result of input from my fellow cooks, like the pumpkin and ginger soup. So, we work well together and are open to experimenta on.”

Another thing that sets Sorrel apart is its reasonable pricing. Phan explains, “We try to work with local suppliers, with fresh not frozen ingredients, sourced from around the region.” “Alex has taught me a lot about local ingredients as my background is in European kitchens,” says Teo, “it made me realise that we can use local ingredients here too, just as they do in other countries. There is no need to import everything from Europe, we can be proud of our local ingredients.”

Examples of local ingredients are evident on the menu. A delicious Smoked Eel with Cauliflower, Thai Basil and Turmeric is a fragrant starter, as is the Kohlrabi, served

with radish, sesame dressing and mustard seeds. “The Kohlrabi is my favourite dish on the menu right now”, says Phan, “it’s got the Asian tastes with the sesame, pickled kohlrabi and horseradish, but it’s fresh with a rich flavour, so I find it very interes ng.” For Teo it’s the Pumpkin Soup, “it’s the most local but not ‘Mod Sin’. It’s not chilli crab pasta, it’s original. We try to do it either classic or original. We respect tradi onal dishes, so don’t want to mess around with them. We don’t want to do a deconstructed laksa, that’s not our style; it has to be something original, something new.”

Sorrel is certainly offering something new to the Singapore dining scene and we predict great things are ahead for this dedicated, young team. Expect exci ng and surprising flavours, with dynamic presenta on and a en on to detail, in a relaxed bistro-style se ng. With a new menu released on the 20 March 2015, now would be the very best me to visit. Reserva ons are recommended!

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IT’S A DATE

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Break-ups, Tinder dates or “the talk”: Jane Leung reviews Singapore’s best restaurants for every type of date.

SEAR Steak House – She’s Out Of Your League For the man trying to subtly tell his girlfriend that he’s really Batman, SEAR on the 45th floor of Singapore Land Tower will arouse her suspicions. This seafood and steak house has all the elements of a Wayne penthouse: killer views, a dark woody interior, and a Kobe Ribeye with 300 grams of Sturia vintage caviar, valued at SG$6000.

Show off your a en on to detail – every steak comes with a large selec on of fancy-pants seasalts, including caraway and cumin, black olive, piment d’espele e and Hibiscus. No need to tell her you no ced her new haircut a er dining here. For the man who is not so confident, the menu offers ‘enhancements’ to beef up the steak, including truffle-poached eggs and grilled bone marrow. But skip the roast garlic if you want to avoid a bad Christopher Nolan ending to your date.

There is no bigger safety net out there for a Tinder date gone wrong than in this faux-pi am. The polished vintage décor includes low, wire scoop chairs that automa cally slide your back into a “not interested” posture, in case those over-filtered profile pics don’t match your expecta ons. By Singapore standards, the beer prices are reasonable ($9 for bo les), in case you need to pay for both of you so you can get out of there ASAP. In the event that the date is going well, do not order the Devil’s Curry unless your idea of romance is swea ng profusely and accidentally ge ng wasted on beer to cool down the inferno that is going on in your mouth.

SEAR, 50 Raffles Place, #45-01, tel: 6221 9555, fi yrafflesplace.com

Tiong Bahru Club, 01-88 Blk 57 Eng Hoon St, tel: 6438 0168.

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Tiong Bahru Club – Tinder Date

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Mee ng the parents is never easy. It’s like a job interview where your partner gets to relax, whilst you sweat. Rus c French countryside cooking inspires the sharing menu and the locally sourced organic produce give off the appearance that you pay a en on to your roots.

This wholesome family restaurant will get the parents buying you a plane cket to their countryside villa. But, if the evening goes pearshaped, the massive wine list pairs nicely with the dinner menu, and the bartenders make a strong old fashioned.

Coco e, 2 Dickson Road, tel: 6298 1188, restaurantcoco e.com

Skyve Elementary Bistro Bar – Kids And Everything In Between If you’re looking for a way to casually transi on dinner conversa on to having kids, Skyve was once the cafeteria to Monk’s Elementary School. If you’re not ready for offspring, this hidden bistro is s ll date-worthy for its varied sea ng and inven ve menu. Pairs can choose their sea ng depending on the type of date: an outdoor pa o for a casual drink and tapas, in mate dining tables for an anniversary or comfortable wide-arm chairs for the married pair who came in spor ng ‘his and hers’ sweatpants. Far from canteen food, conversa on starters begin with the menu. Bust out aphrodisiac clichés and discuss the colourful oyster toppings like bacon and miso.

Skyve Elementary Bistro Bar, 10 Winstedt Rd, skyve.sg

O’Batignolles – I’m Just Not That Into You

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Cocotte – Meet The Parents

Within walking distance of three MRT sta ons— Telok Ayer, City Hall, and Chinatown—as well as numerous bus stops, and with taxis up Gemmill Lane to Club Street, this well-worn Parisian bistro is full of post-break up escape routes.

With its eggplant and cream walls, free bread, cheap plonk and Édith Piaf warbling, “Non, je ne regre e rien“ in the background, it’s the perfect backdrop to pay respect to the death of true love.

Imagine being dumped in a hawker centre or Pizza Hut! O’Ba gnolles, 2 Gemmill Lane, tel: 6438 3913, oba gnolles.com www.nowsingapore.co.id APRIL - MAY 2015 57

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CULINARY HIGHS ON DEMPSEY HILL

by Gilly Beal | Images courtesy of Dempsey Hill and par cipa ng outlets

High on every tourist’s visiting agenda, Dempsey Hill offers an eclectic mix of hip restaurants, bars and shops. The former British army barracks are quirky, quiet and set amidst calm, leafy surroundings, just a quick taxi ride from Orchard Road.

Any first-time visitor might find the labyrinthine site difficult to navigate, as the many blocks are spread over a large area. With a cluster of 26 restaurants and bars, and 18 retail outlets and galleries, it can be hard to know what to choose. So, we have put together the definitive guide on the best places to eat and drink.

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PS. Café

Chopsuey Café

One of the first tenants at Dempsey Hill, PS Café’s major selling point is its floor-to-ceiling windows and ample deck that look out over a small rainforest. Long mber walkways and spectacular flower arrangements add to the chic but chilled ambiance, making it a relaxing hangout for brunches, lunches, suppers and everything in between.

The menu is eclec c and fresh, spanning its signature PS Burger, its ever-popular truffle string fries and sinful desserts. A daily blackboard of specials means there’s always something interes ng on the menu here; the cocktails are great and there’s an extensive wine-list too.

PS. Café, 28B Harding Road, tel: 6479 3343, pscafe.com

Chopsuey Café is one of the new kids on the block, the latest from the stylo-mylo, PS. Café team. The focus here is on Asian and Singaporean favourites with a modern twist. In essence, “chopsuey” is the Anglicised form of a Cantonese dish, that literally means odd and ends, and there is definitely an East-meets-West vibe on the menu. Dishes include crispy duck pockets, filled with shredded duck confit and pulled roast duck, General Tso’s chicken drumlets, served with brussel sprouts and broccoli, and San Choy Pau (DIY le uce cups) filled with minced chicken, sweet corn, mushroom, tofu, sprouts and sugar snaps in a dark s cky sauce. The cocktail menu offers interes ng flavour combina ons, and the se ng has a colonial feel with an assortment of vintage items from a bygone past. Chopsuey Café, Block 10 Dempsey Road, tel: 9224 6611, pscafe.com

The Disgruntled Chef Opened by Chef Daniel Sia, this subterranean restaurant and bar can be hard to find as it is tucked away in a hidden hillside spot. Tapas-like in concept, the menu spans small plates such as crab and lobster sliders, steak tartare, foie gras with green beans - or big plates including baked bone marrow with snails, curried mussels and crispy lamb shortribs with couscous.

It’s a favourite with Singapore gourmands, and quite rightly too –order up a few dishes to try with a group of friends.

The Disgruntled Chef, Block 26B Dempsey Road, tel: 6476 5305, disgruntledchef.com

Margarita’s This very chilled Mexican joint is, as its name suggests, known for its margaritas, which feature 100% Blue Agave tequila in the mix. The food is what you’d expect from a classic Mexican restaurant – no surprises here – but it’s always tasty and freshly cooked. They do have a couple of signature dishes too but one of its best selling points is that it doesn’t have an annoying mariachi band roaming around the dining room! Margarita’s, #01-19 Block 11, Dempsey Road, tel: 6471 3228

Culina Culina is one of Singapore’s leading purveyors of gourmet foods and wines. Whet your appe te by checking out what they have in store, then take a seat inside the bistro or on the ample terrace and taste the many delights. From fresh oysters to duck confit, Italian burrata to the best cuts of Australian beef, the ingredients are nothing but the finest.

Favourites include their warm char-grilled quail salad, black truffle gnocchi with sautéed mushrooms and rocket, and French moules marinière. Culina, #01-13, Block 8 Dempsey Road, tel: 6474 7338, culina.com.sg

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jones the Grocer is a popular Aussie cafe that has made its way to Singapore and now has a few outlets do ed around town.

The airy warehouse-like space filled with communal tables, serves light and easy food from breakfast through to dinner, not to men on excellent coffee. It boasts a stunning array of cheeses, which are stored in a special cheese room, along with premium groceries at its deli. Recommenda ons include the eggs benedict, coconut pancakes with berries, and the make-yourown cheese board or cold cuts pla er. jones The Grocer, #01-12, Block 9 Dempsey Road, tel: 6476 1512, jonesthegrocer.com

Samy’s Curry Samy’s Curry is a Singapore ins tu on and was once the only place to eat in Dempsey.

Its classic curry dishes are served on a banana leaf, which only add to its charm. Don’t leave without ordering their specialty, a piping-hot bowl of fish head curry, to share with your group. It’s best to book a place on the small outdoor terrace if you find the interior a li le bright and canteen-like. Watch out for overordering, as it’s temp ng to just say yes to everything only to end up with a mountain of food and a much bigger bill than necessary.

Samy’s Curry, #01-03, Block 25 Dempsey Road, tel: 6472 2080, samyscurry.com

Roadhouse There are mes when only a burger will do – and Roadhouse, an all-American family-friendly diner doesn’t disappoint. Rus c, contemporary and modern, good old US favourites are the order to the day. Although there are other dishes like an all-day breakfast, pastas, grilled chicken and mac ‘n’ cheese, the focus here is meat.

There are some unusual op ons such as the Simple Brie-vine Burger with a grilled Wagyu pa y, grilled poached pear, brie, sundried tomatoes and rocket, but for the undecided, the ‘Build Your Own Burger’ sec on lets you to create your own masterpiece from a choice of meat and close to 30 toppings. Roadhouse, #01-07, Block 13 Dempsey Road, tel: 6476 2922, theprivegroup.com.sg 62

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JUMBO@Dempsey Jumbo Seafood is one of the most popular seafood restaurants in Singapore. The outlet at Dempsey Hill has both alfresco and indoor sea ng, and locals and tourists alike come here for their legendary chilli crab. It’s best to make reserva ons in advance though, especially if you are in a large group. JUMBO@Dempsey, #01-16, Block 11 Dempsey Road, tel: 6479 3435, jumboseafood.com.sg

Long Beach @ Dempsey This Chinese and Singapore-style restaurant is slightly calmer than its brash neighbour, Jumbo, and is a by-word for seafood indulgence. The creators of the original black pepper crab, it’s popular with locals and serves a variety of seafood from all over the world. Other favorites include garlic razor clams, succulent bu er or cereal prawns and plenty of fish dishes – as well as classics like roast chicken, fried rice and noodles.

Long Beach @ Dempsey, #01-01, 25 Dempsey Road, tel: 6323 2222, longbeachseafood.com.sg

Bécasse

The Wine Company The Wine Company has been around for a while and is popular for those looking for a good and varied wine list at affordable prices.

It’s a great place to sit back and unwind, either in air-condi oned comfort inside or on the outside terraces in the front and back. There’s a menu of light snacks too – from wasabi prawns to chicken satay.

The Wine Company, Block 14D/E Dempsey Road, tel: 6479 9341, thewinecompany.com.sg

What started as a high-end ar san pa sserie and has now morphed into a full-scale restaurant, serving up classic French and European dishes. There is a seafood bar, a main dining hall with comfy leather couches, an open kitchen as well as a conservatory, which is great for relaxing in the a ernoon over coffee and cake. Dishes include a deconstructed Croque Madame with a side of truffle-baked egg; pan-fried foie gras and handcut steak tartare with fried salmon crisps. Dessert, of course, is a must, with a whole pa sserie worth of delights from a salted caramel and chocolate tart to classic mille-feuilles on offer.

Bécasse, #01-21, Block 10, Dempsey Road, tel: 6479 8119.

Pidgin Kitchen & Bar

CMPB A favourite hangout in Dempsey Hill is CMPB (aka Cultural Mel ng Pot & Bar), a cool café-bar-bistro, complete with live music.

Surrounded by tropical greenery in a rus c bungalow se ng, it serves all-day breakfast and a menu of interna onal and local dishes. For cocktail lovers, happy hour lasts all day un l 9pm.

CMPB, #01-05, Block 7 Dempsey Road, tel: 6475 0105, cm-pb.net

Pidgin Kitchen & Bar is riding the wave of ‘Mod Sin’ cuisine.

Standing for Modern Singapore, the cuisine is inspired by hawker food and classic Singapore flavours with a contemporary spin. At Pidgin, chef-owner Adrian Ling creates playful dishes, such as Crab Otak Croque es, Sambal Snails, B.K.M.C (Bak Kwa mac’n’cheese) and Milo Dinosaur (a play on the hawker favourite, with a dark chocolate flourless cake, Milo ice cream, Milo streusel and dulce de leche). Their menu of signature cocktails and range of ar sanal beers is definitely worth a look too.

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LET’S GET HAPPY

by Marissa Trew

Whether you prefer to kick back with a classic beer or two or you are preparing for a grand night of mid-week revelry, few of us can deny that a great Happy Hour deal often makes a drink just that extra little bit sweeter! For some of Singapore’s best Happy Hour deals, hop on over to nightlife central, Clarke Quay. We’ve selected some of the funkiest spots for a Happy Hour bar crawl that’s sure to give you a buzz without breaking the bank!

Tomo Izakaya

As if you needed more reason to add sake to your sip schedule, Tomo Izakaya offers up a taste of Japan with their offer of selected sake, shochu, spirits and wine by the glass for $8 throughout the whole day! Otherwise, you can’t go too far wrong with a glass of Sapporo for just $5.50 between 5pm to 7pm. If you want to mix and match, simply opt for their Free Flow Package, which gives you unlimited supply of sake, shochu, spirits, wine and beer for a whole two hours!

Tomo Izakaya, #01-04, 3A Clarke Quay, tel: 6333 0100

Bar Rose by Attica

If you’re slightly late to the Happy Hour scene, not to worry. This place has got you covered with a 1-for-1 deal on all of their house-pours and bo led beers from 6pm all the way un l 11pm (except on Sundays and Mondays). Once you’ve caught up to the rest, head to A ca and throw out some dance moves late into the night!

Bar Rose by A ca, #01-03, 3A Clarke Quay, tel: 6334 9972.

The Pump Room

Highlander Bar and Restaurant

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Every night from 5pm to 8pm (or 9pm on Sundays to Tuesdays), expect great deals on their house brew beer, which sells for a tenner or pick from their range of house wines and spirits for as li le as $9! Even be er – head there on a Tuesday for their Open Mic Night, where not only do all par cipa ng music performers get a free house-pour drink, but there’s 15% off all bo les too!

The Pump Room, #01-09/10, 3B Clarke Quay, tel: 6334 2628.

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Paulaner Wirtshaus

Paulaner Wirtshaus

Start Oktoberfest early at this Bavarian beer garden as they offer up a great range of their quality brews like their Paulaner Original Münchner Hell Lager or the Paulaner HefeWeissbier. With 50% off all their beer, wine glasses and house-pour spirits from 5pm to 10pm every single night, it won’t be long un l you’ll be seeing double!

Paulaner Wirtshaus, #01-12, 3B Clarke Quay, tel: 6338 0480.

Highlander Bar and Restaurant

If you’re in Singapore on business, there’s no way you could turn down the Highlander mo o of “work hard then beer harder”!

With 50% off their great range of cra beers, including Sco sh Ale, Highlander Lager and India Pale Ale, selected wines and housepour spirits from Sunday to Thursday, there’s no be er place to unwind in the middle of a tough work week!

Highlander Bar And Restaurant, #01-11, 3B Clarke Quay, tel: 6235 9628.

Crazy Elephant laidback evening, opt for a deep red with their $11 sangrias and house-pour wines.

Señor Taco, #01-12, 3D Clarke Quay, tel: 6337 6376.

Octapas

You’ll need extra hands to hold your drinks at this Spanish tapas bar as they offer a 50% discount every night un l 8pm on their red and white sangrias, their house-pour wines and spirits, as well as their Heineken and Tiger beers!

Octapas, #01-08, 3D Clarke Quay, tel: 6837 2938.

Muchos

Take a quick trip to Modern Mexico at this colourful dining joint. Head there between 5pm to 8pm for an early dinner, dig into your favourite Tex-Mex classics and wash it all down with a fresh mug of Tiger beer or their house-pour wine for $8. Or, why not get the gang to kick off the fiesta straight away with a few Corona beer buckets for just $30!

Muchos, #01-04, 3D Clarke Quay, tel: 6338 4748.

Crazy Elephant

Señor Taco

China One

There’s far more than just beer on offer at this fun taqueria! Freshen up with a $12 margarita or mojito but if you’re looking for a heavy hi er, the obvious choice is the $7 tequila shot on offer from 5:30pm to 7:30pm, every day of the week! There are spirits on offer too, like aged rum, vodka and gin, each going for a pocket-friendly $9. For a more

There’s a great selec on of beer favourites here, from a draught Stella Artois mug, San Miguel mug or Hoegaarden half-pint for just $8 from 5pm to 8pm, and that goes for their house pour liquors too! Grab a cold one and soak in the great sounds of their live blues band as the evening con nues.

Crazy Elephant, #01-03/04, 3E Clarke Quay, tel: 6337 7859.

If you need an extra li le bar bite to go with your beverage, head to China One where not only will you get any of their house-pour drinks for $8 daily un l 8pm, but they also serve up tasty li le morsels for the same deal between Wednesday and Saturday.

China One, #02-01/03, 3E Clarke Quay, tel: 6339 0280.

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BEST HOTELS

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Whether you are in Singapore for business or for pleasure or for much more, we’ve rounded up a selection of the city-state’s best accommodation options to help you plan your stay. With such a large choice of hotels to choose from, we hope this guide will help you get more out of your visit and allow you to discover the many vibrant areas and destinations the city has to offer.

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Best Business Hotels

Pan Pacific Singapore Located within walking distance to Suntec City mall and conven on centre and a two-minute cab ride away from the CBD, the stylishly renovated Pan Pacific Singapore overlooks the stunning Marina Bay area, making it one of the best loca ons in the city. With a dedicated Catering and Events team, coupled with the hotel’s extensive mee ng and conference facili es, the hotel has become a firm favourite with the business community. For a seamless business experience, make sure to book a Pacific Club room or suite for access to the amazing Pacific Club lounge on the 38th floor, while conduc ng your business mee ngs at the Pacific Centre func on rooms on the 22nd floor.

Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel and a er a long day of mee ngs, the longest bar in town beckons on the ground floor in the brilliantly designed lobby area.

Pan Pacific Singapore, 7 Raffles Boulevard, Marina Square, tel: 6336 8111, panpacific.com

ParkRoyal on Pickering Perched in between Chinatown and the Central Business District, within walking distance to both, the ParkRoyal on Pickering is not only a design icon in Singapore, it’s also one of the best loca ons for business travellers with excellent facili es to boot. From the func on rooms to the impressive pillar-less ballroom (with space for up to 800 guests), it is the ideal environment for everything from a casual mee ng to major corporate events. Wi-Fi is free throughout and their breakfast is spectacular, whether you go for Lime restaurant’s buffet on the ground floor, or the homely Orchid Club Lounge - book an Orchid Club room for the best experience (including a champagne breakfast!) A er a day of business, enjoy the unique pool terrace, which features a deligh ul path through the hotel’s raised garden and birdcage pagodas offering great views. For entertainment, some of the city’s best bars and restaurants are within a five-minute stroll.

ParkRoyal on Pickering, 3 Upper Pickering Street, tel: 6809 8888, parkroyalhotels.com/Pickering

Conrad Centennial Singapore Located in the business hub of Marina Bay, close to the CBD and Suntec City Conven on Centre, the Conrad Centennial offers not only comfort, convenience and the luxury you expect from such a respected five-star hotel, it’s also very well equipped to handle a full range of business events. The hotel is part of the Suntec Singapore Joint Marke ng Alliance, allowing access to over 42,000m2 of event space. With a Grand Ballroom located within the hotel and a connec ng Grand Salon, the hotel is equally ready to host large corporate gatherings as it is to host smaller events in the choice of conference rooms, boardrooms and private salons.

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The St. Regis Singapore Situated on the cusp of Orchard Road, the St. Regis sits on the quieter side of Singapore’s iconic shopping stretch but s ll very much within walking distance to the ever-expanding choice of malls and shopping plazas. The hotel’s plush interior is the ideal base for engaging in some serious retail therapy, with plenty of places to rest and replenish your energy levels. Apart from the hotel’s popular Remède spa, to massage away your red limbs, the guestrooms feature the so est furnishings and luxuries like Jim Thompson silk cushions. Beyond the creature comforts, the rooms offer 21st century technology, with large flat screen TVs, Bose sound systems and mood-ligh ng controls.

The St. Regis Singapore, 29 Tanglin Road, tel: 6506 6888, stregissingapore.com

Hilton Singapore Hilton Singapore is not only surrounded by the dazzling choice of Orchard Road’s shopping centres, it’s also connected to one of its own. Offering unique and exclusive bou ques, the Hilton Shopping Gallery features two floors of outlets such as Mulberry, Car er, Alexander Wang, Missoni, Issey Miyake, Paul Smith, Stella McCartney and Donna Karan. There’s also Club 21, which offers a personal styling service, with in-house stylists who’ll pick out the best ou its, aid with fi ngs and even shop for you if required. If you’ve worked up a hunger from all the hard yards along Orchard, their new Opus Bar & Grill may pique your taste buds, with grilled sustainable seafood and dry-aged prime cuts, or head to the roo op il Cielo for authen c Italian cuisine in a stunning se ng.

Hilton Singapore, 581 Orchard Road, tel: 6737 2233, singapore.hilton.com

Singapore Marriott Hotel Located right in the heart of Orchard Road, guests have direct access to TANGS Orchard as well as a number of other major shopping malls via an underground underpass, including ION Orchard, Wisma Atria and Wheelock Place. One of Singapore’s newest luxury malls, Sco s Square, is right next door. Once your retail therapy session is over, unwind at Crossroads Café with a refreshing drink and some peoplewatching. For a tropical, resort-style dining experience, head up to the Pool Grill where you can enjoy a panoramic city view with your meal. Rooms are available around the pool are too, so check out their unique cabanas.

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Best Boutique Hotels

WANGZ Hotel WANGZ Hotel’s curved architecture is difficult to miss as it is one of the most unique hotel buildings in the city. Perfect for both business and leisure travellers, every room is fi ed with either king-size or twin Sealy Posturepedic beds, the so est bed sheets and goose feather down duvets. The hotel also offers a pillow menu to suit every guest’s individual preferences. It is home to Nectar, a casual dining eatery, but it is The Rabbit Stash, a fine-dining roo op restaurant and bar specialising in seasonal, contemporary cuisine, helmed by awardwinning Chef Ma hew Mok, that is truly worth raving about.

WANGZ Hotel, 231 Outram Road, tel: 6595 1388, wangzhotel.com

The Scarlet Singapore Absolutely brimming with character, The Scarlet Singapore hotel is decked out with dark, plush interiors to create a seduc ve atmosphere that would make any partner swoon. Perfect for any roman c getaway, consider spoiling your loved one by booking a few nights in the Passion Suite, which is decked out in bold patent leather, python and leopard printed decor… not to men on, your own private outdoor jacuzzi terrace!

The Scarlet Singapore, 33 Erskine Road, tel: 6511 3333, thescarlethotels.com/singapore

New Majestic Hotel They may only have 30 rooms but knowing that each has its own unique character is what makes this bou que hotel an absolute winner. While every room is equipped with similar essen als (think: a Nespresso in-room coffee maker and top-of-the-line Kiehl’s toiletries and a Samsung Smart TV), that is where the similari es end. Their greatest highlight? Five rooms personalised by leading figures in crea ve industries, tled Wayang, The Pussy Parlour, Un tled, Work and Fluid, each with a glass-encased aquarium bathtub as each room’s centrepiece!

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Best Hotels In A Heritage Area The Sultan Smack bang in the middle of Kampong Glam, this bou que hotel oozes culture and style.

The 64-room hotel has not only preserved the architectural features of a tradi onal shop-house front but is regarded as so iconic and beau ful, that it can even be seen on the 1996 Singapore postage stamp! A er a day browsing through the bou que fashion shops of Haji Lane or relaxing over a coffee in the countless cafes in the area, spend an evening of revelry with live music at The SingJazz Club and drinks from Wonderbar on the hotel’s roof.

The Sultan, 101 Jalan Sultan, tel: 6723 7101, thesultan.com.sg

Wanderlust Hotel Wanderlust is the ul mate des na on when it comes to the playful traveller. Located just a stone’s throw away from the colourful heritage neighbourhood of Li le India, the former school building has enough character to be a des na on in its own right. The in mate hotel has only 29 guest rooms, each featuring its own unique design, from Pantone colour pale es, Pop Art and nine Whimsical suites with themes like ‘Bling’, ‘Space’ ,‘Tree’ and ‘Typewriter’. Blending both pop and tradi onal cultures, guests will get the best of both worlds!

Wanderlust Hotel, 2 Dickson Road, tel: 6396 3322, wanderlusthotel.com

Dorsett Singapore Hotel Don’t be fooled by the modern glass exterior of this luxury business and lifestyle hotel.

Take a glance at your surroundings and you will find yourself in the heart of Chinatown, another of Singapore’s most historic precincts. Dorse Singapore is perfect for travellers who enjoy stepping back into the luxuries and comforts of a sleek, modern hotel room a er an ac ve day exploring various temples, markets and museums.

Every room boasts top-of-the-line ameni es and there’s a state-of-the-art gym, outdoor jacuzzi and even a landscaped roof garden for a green touch.

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Best Family-Friendly Hotels Hard Rock Hotel Singapore

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Located in the sprawling Resorts World Sentosa complex, the Hard Rock Hotel is excellently placed for visitors wan ng to enjoy the many a rac ons available here, like Universal Studios. Apart from this perennial crowd pleaser, there is the amazing collec on of marine life on show at S.E.A. Aquarium and lots of waterslide ac on at the Adventure Cove Waterpark. Animal lovers will also enjoy Dolphin Island, where visitors can interact and learn more about the intelligent Indo-Pacific Bo lenose dolphins. For larger family groups, all hotel rooms are equipped with a slide-out bed and like all Hard Rock Hotels, there is a large collec on of music memorabilia displayed throughout the property.

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Hard Rock Hotel Singapore, 8 Sentosa Gateway, Resorts World Sentosa, tel: 6577 8899, hardrockhotelsingapore.com

Four Seasons Hotel Singapore If you’re heading over to Singapore for the weekend, take advantage of the weekly supervised Children’s Playland, hosted by the Four Seasons in their ballroom. Here you can leave the kids to their own devices and enjoy some quality me by yourself while they engage in fun ac vi es like face pain ng, bouncy castles, balloon games, a video game console, as well as a special kiddies buffet to keep their energy levels high. Nearby, Forum The Shopping Mall offers a wide choice of kidsorientated shops, including Toys ‘R’ Us and the Hip Kids Club, which will keep them busy while you explore the bou ques. The quiet retreat is in the heart of the Orchard area, meaning there is no shortage of ac vi es to keep families occupied. Returning to one of the most luxurious and stylish hotels at the end of the day is a definite bonus.

This family-friendly hotel is the ideal place to base yourself in when exploring the many joys of Sentosa. Not only is Universal Studios, S. E. A. Aquarium and Adventure Cove right on your doorstep, but the island’s many a rac ons are just a short drive away. All Deluxe Family King Rooms come equipped with a lo bed for kids and the hotel offers many facili es for those travelling with young including the only baby pool in Resorts World Sentosa. Guests here are free to enjoy the facili es at the other hotels at Resorts World, opening up a whole world of possibili es.

Four Seasons Hotel Singapore, 190 Orchard Boulevard, tel: 6734 1110, Fourseasons.com/Singapore

Fes ve Hotel, 8 Sentosa Gateway, Resorts World Sentosa, tel: 6577 8888, rwsentosa.com

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Best Hotel Spas

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One Farrer Hotel And Spa A rela vely new addi on to Singapore’s hotel scene, this hotel is truly making waves as one of the leading lifestyle des na ons on the island.

The urban, five-star resort possesses everything from 24-hour gym facili es, an Olympic-sized swimming pool as well as unique features like their Japanese onsens (hot spring baths) and a reflexology water walk, all nestled in their Lifestyle Podium. And those are just for starters… head to the Spa Retreat and pick from three-hour rituals to facials, body treatments, hair styling, mani-pedi and waxing services, as well as packages designed specifically for men.

One Farrer Hotel and Spa, 1 Farrer Park Sta on Road, tel: 6363 0101, onefarrer.com

The Wes n Singapore keeps every guest’s health in mind, making it one of Singapore’s best detox retreats. Aside from the Heavenly Spa by Wes n™ on the 35th floor, which offers an extensive menu of innova ve spa treatments, the Wes nWORKOUT® Fitness Studio also encourages every guest to get figh ng fit by providing 24-hour access to its facili es. Consider the weekly one-hour yoga classes hosted at the hotel’s infinity Pool every Saturday and Sunday, or get your heart pumping with an early morning run every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, with organised jogs star ng from the hotel lobby. Forgot your gear at home? The hotel’s ‘Gear Lending Program’ offers New Balance shoes and clothing to use throughout your stay!

The Wes n Singapore, Asia Square Tower 2, 12 Marina View, tel: 6922 6888, thewes nsingapore.com

The Singapore Resort and Spa Sentosa Nestled in the tropical surroundings of Sentosa, So SPA has created a world of its own, blending the best of ancient spa tradi ons from des na ons like Turkey and Hawaii for the ul mate spa experience.

While guests can enjoy favourites like the Deep Tissue Oriental Massage (aimed at removing inner blockages, reducing tension and fa gue and elimina ng toxins), there’s far more on offer at the hotel’s spa grounds than what’s on the menu. A er your treatment, take me to enjoy the Outdoor Spa Garden Facili es too. Leave your stresses behind as you get lost in The Labyrinth or clear your head with a soak in The Mud Pool, on the mats in The Float Pool or a casual swim in the spa’s regular pool.

The Singapore Resort and Spa Sentosa, 2 Bukit Manis Road, Sentosa, tel: 6275 0331, singaporeresortsentosa.com

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Best Hotel Dining

Marina Bay Sands

Swissôtel The Stamford

Arguably Singapore’s most iconic spot, Marina Bay Sands is unsurprisingly the first name that springs to mind when it comes to fine dining with a slew of celebrity chef restaurants, including CUT

by Wolfgang Puck, db Bistro by Daniel Boulud, Jus n Quek’s Sky on 57 as well as their newest addi ons – Adri by David Myers and Long Chim by David Thompson. In most recent news, Waku Ghin has recently topped the ranks by securing the ninth spot in Asia’s 50 Best Restaurant Awards 2015, with Head Chef Tetsuya Wakuda being awarded with the The Diners Club Interna onal Life me Achievement Award. Stay tuned, as there are plans to open Gordon Ramsay’s Bread Street Kitchen later this year!

Housing the restaurant JAAN (specialising in modern French cuisine), that was very recently awarded the eleventh spot in Asia’s 50 Best Restaurant Awards 2015, Swissôtel The Stamford is an undeniable forerunner when it comes to haute hotel dining. It doesn’t stop there though - eight other restaurants ranging from casual to haute cuisine, not to men on five bars and lounges, take up residency in one of South East Asia’s tallest hotels. Guests can expect to tuck into boun ful Sunday brunches at Equinox Restaurant or Japanese teppanyaki, sushi and robatayaki at Mikuni. Those craving more local flavours can book a table at the Asian Market Café or the hotel’s Kopi Tiam!

Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Avenue, tel: 6688 8868, marinabaysands.com

Swissôtel, The Stamford, 2 Stamford Road, tel: 6338 8585, swissotel.com/hotels/singapore-stamford

Grand Hyatt Singapore When it comes to variety, the Grand Hya Singapore does it best, leading the ranks when it comes to the ul mate in hotel buffets. For a sophis cated blend of both Asian and Western cuisine, head to mezza9, which boasts not one but nine live buffet sta ons, serving up everything from yakitori, sushi, sashimi, deli items, grilled dishes, pastries and more. For more local flavours, opt for StraitsKitchen, a halal-cer fied venue specialising in the best of Singapore’s hawker favourites with a refined touch, like fragrant chicken rice, Singapore laksa and of course, chilli crab! Those looking for a taste of Italy will be happy to find it at Pete’s Place, one of the hotel’s signature establishments. Wherever you choose to dine, we recommend rounding the meal off with a hot cuppa tea at 10 SCOTTS or an evening nightcap at BRIX, the hotel’s very own nightclub.

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Best Hotel Buffets Royal Plaza on Scotts Apart from its stellar posi oning in the heart of Orchard, Royal Plaza on Sco s is home to Carousel restaurant, which offers one of the best buffet spreads in town in a stylish modern se ng. The extensive seafood selec on alone will have diners clawing their way to the front of the queue – think fresh lobster, king prawns, mussels, clams, oysters and crab. There’s also a good selec on of sashimi and sushi as well as Indian, Japanese, Chinese and interna onal dishes. Leave room for dessert as there are three separate dessert sta ons offering both Asian and Western delicacies, including our favourite – the chocolate fountain. What’s more, the restaurant is also halal-cer fied.

Royal Plaza on Sco s, 25 Sco s Road, tel: 6737 7966, royalplazaonsco shotel.com

Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore The hotel’s buffet restaurant, The Line, may have just celebrated its 10th birthday but every dining experience here feels brand new. Unique to other hotel buffet offerings, there are upwards of 16 live cooking sta ons for diners to eagerly an cipate their food, as they watch the talented chefs prepare their plates à la minute. A trip to the dessert sta on is like stepping into Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory, with a cascading chocolate fountain and plenty of fruits and small bites for dipping, a whole spread of cakes and even an ice cream ‘teppanyaki sta on’ for guests to design favourite or even brand new flavours! If you have eyes bigger than your stomach but can’t face the thought of leaving without tas ng everything, step into The Line Shop and simply pack some of their fresh-baked goods to go!

Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore, Orange Grove Road, tel: 6737 3644, shangri-la.com/Singapore.

The Fullerton Hotel Singapore For an evening buffet overlooking the Singapore River or a sumptuous weekend brunch, Town Restaurant at The Fullerton never fails to deliver. With an impressive selec on of local and interna onal cuisine on offer, at a series of live cooking sta ons, there is almost too much choice! We love the fresh seafood selec on, the roast meats, the Italian delicacies and the amazing cheese selec on. Diners should also try their Indian dishes and the choice of local favourites like laksa, popiah, nasi lemak and ro john.

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Best Hotel High Teas The Fullerton Bay Hotel At one of the most picturesque restaurants in Singapore, guests will love tucking into the sweet and savoury delights during high tea at The Clifford Pier. Recapturing the spirit of Singapore’s past in an elegant manner, the white arches and lush furnishings of this waterfront restaurant create the perfect se ng for a relaxed a ernoon with friends.

Not only that, the A ernoon Tea sessions (hosted between 3.30pm to 5.30pm) are complemented with live jazz performances by the hotel’s resident pianist-singer from Monday to Saturday and a live jazz band on Sundays.

The Fullerton Bay Hotel, 80 Collyer Quay, tel: 6333 8388, fullertonbayhotel.com

Goodwood Park Hotel Goodwood Park Hotel has not one but two venues for guests and visitors alike to catch up over a tea and finger food-filled a ernoon at L’Espresso and Coffee Lounge. Reputed as being one of the best high tea experiences since the 1970s, L’Espresso plays host every a ernoon (Mon to Thu, 2pm to 5.30pm; Fri to Sun, 12pm to 5.30pm), offering a sumptuous buffet spread of classic tea me dishes and a signature chocolate fountain. For high tea with a local edge, Coffee Lounge serves more than 20 popular local snacks, mains and desserts for guests to feast to their hearts’ content (Local High Tea is held daily from 3pm to 5.30pm)!

Goodwood Park Hotel, 22 Sco s Road, tel: 6737 7411, goodwoodparkhotel.com

Raffles Singapore Hotel When it comes to a tradi onal English high tea, no place does it quite like one of Singapore’s most historic and iconic hotels. Held at The Tiffin Room (served daily between 3pm to 5.30pm), visitors can expect a deligh ul spread of tradi onal favourites such as warm scones with clo ed cream and a selec on of jams, finger sandwiches and pastries alongside local delights that incorporate more regional flavours. In keeping with the tradi onal theme, The Tiffin Room’s décor highlights the best of the 1930s era in everything from palm-back bentwood chairs to the staff ’s uniform, making a high tea experience at the Raffles Singapore Hotel an absolute must during any visit.

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Best Hotel Cocktail Bars The Duxton Not only does this bou que hotel sit in one of Singapore’s most thriving nightlife neighbourhoods, but it also has its very own bar lounge, Mars Bar, specialising in cra cocktails inspired by Singapore’s quirkier side. While leading bar des na ons like Jigger and Pony or Nutmeg and Clove are just around the corner, the eclec c blends here are perfect for those with more adventurous pale es. Cocktails like ‘Something Nu y’ (a blend of Frangelico, Mozart Gold, milk, Nutella, ice cream and Himalayan sea salt) or perhaps the ‘Sago Jendol’ (a play on the tradi onal Singapore dessert, containing Cruzan aged rum, Gosling’s rum, gula melaka, pandan syrup, honeydew, lychee caviar and Malibu) are sure to get your imagina on fired up!

The Duxton, 83 Duxton Road, tel: 6227 7678, theduxton.sg

Fairmont Singapore

The Regent Singapore

Head Cra sman Tom Hogan has recently won the inaugural Singapore Bar Awards’ ‘Best Male Bartender’ category, yet another testament to their success as one of Singapore’s top cocktail bars. The mixes here are both crea ve and clever, inspired by Hogan’s interac ons with people he has met. Their newest addi ons go by the names – ‘The Tragedy of Tom Dooley’ (with tequila, aperol, lavender syrup and egg white), ‘Seeger Seelbach’ and ‘Aqua Fresca’, all of which are definitely worth a try. Otherwise, you simply cannot go wrong with An :dote’s las ng signatures, the ‘Corpse Reviver #2’ (gin, homemade orange liqueur, homemade vermouth, lemon juice and absinthe) or the ‘Brown Derby’ (a blend of bourbon, grapefruit juice and honey syrup).

Reminiscent of a New York Prohibi on Era speakeasy, Manha an Bar is subtly tucked away on the second floor of the hotel and is home to the world’s very first in-hotel rickhouse. We highly recommend signing up for their three-hour Barrelling Programme where you will get the rare opportunity to take a tour, step behind the scenes into the Ingredient Room, witness the barrel-ageing process first hand, learn how to mix a classic negroni, sample various aged Manha ans and have your very own bo ling session. A perfect a ernoon for any cocktail connoisseur. Otherwise, stop by in the evening to sample their ‘Singapura Nacional’, the winning cocktail of the SG50 ‘Toast To The Na on’ compe on, held in December last year.

Fairmont Singapore, 80 Bras Basah Road, tel: 6339 7777, fairmont.com/singapore

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Best Hotels for Nightlife Novotel Clarke Quay There aren’t many be er hotels to enjoy Singapore’s nightlife scene than the Novotel Clarke Quay, which sits on Clarke Quay’s doorstep, a vibrant and pulsa ng dining and entertainment hub. During the day, the many riverside restaurants and al fresco bistros offer a diverse range of cuisines to tempt hungry lunch-goers. But it’s at night that Clarke Quay truly awakens! There’s something for all partygoers from trendy pubs, pumping clubs, wine bars, live bands and even karaoke!

For adrenaline junkies, the G-Max reverse bungee jump should not be missed.

Novotel Clarke Quay, 177A River Valley Road, tel: 6338 3333, novotelclarkequay.com

Naumi Liora Located in a restored shop-house on the very happening Keong Saik Street in Chinatown, this gorgeous bou que hotel is literally steps away from some of the best dining and entertainment op ons in the city. Si ng in the epicentre of Singapore’s cocktail bar scene, you simply have to walk on over to esteemed venues like Potato Head Folk, the Cufflink Club, the Library and L’Aiglon, all less than five minutes away. The dining entertainment hubs of Tras Street, Duxton Hill and Club Street are also within a short cab ride, offering an amazing choice of loca ons for foodie or bar-hopping travellers. For convenience, the CBD is also very close with the Outram Park MRT connec ng guests to the city with ease.

Naumi Liora, 55 Keong Saik Road, tel: 6922 9000, naumiliora.com

Park Regis Singapore Located just a short walk from Clarke Quay, on the opposite side of the Singapore River, and within five minutes of the CBD, Chinatown and City Hall, the Park Regis offers four-star hospitality with modern contemporary decor, state-of-the-art technology and excellent leisure facili es. Opt for a poolfacing room and you’ll have direct access to a raised 25-metre lap pool complete with waterfall feature. The bars and restaurants of Riverside Point are just across the road and it’s a pleasant walk up or down stream to entertainment hubs like Robertson Quay and Boat Quay. For those looking for more unique nightlife op ons, the cocktail ins tu on 28 Hong Kong Street is a short walk away.

Park Regis Singapore, 23 Merchant Road, tel: 6818 8888, parkregissingapore.com

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Best Hotels Swimming Pools

Sofitel SO Singapore

Capella Singapore

Combining hints of both The Wolf of Wall Street and The Great Gatsby, there’s nothing quite like this gold- led roo op pool elsewhere in the Central Business District, let alone the island! Watch out for some of the city’s ho est par es, held every week at the pool bar, HI-SO, as they play host to many of Singapore’s social elite. Ladies, head over every Wednesday evening from 6pm to 9pm for their Ladies Night special, where you’ll be spoiled with flutes of Ruinart champagne.

Whether you’re there to sip on a drink or swim, there’s no be er place for a cheeky night of mid-week revelry.

What could serve as a be er reminder that you are on a tropical island than uninterrupted views of the South China Sea? This cascading three- ered swimming pool set amidst the lush greenery of the hotel grounds reminds us a li le of Ubud’s vast rice paddy fields.

You’re guaranteed to feel worlds away from Singapore’s busy inner city, making it the perfect place to unwind a er an even ul day of shopping and dining. Plus, we reckon the roving peacocks give it an extra special touch… more than ideal for any roman c getaway. For a li le extra privacy, guests can opt to check into one the hotel’s villas or manors, each boas ng a private pool.

Sofitel SO Singapore, 35 Robinson Road, tel: 6701 6800, sofitel.com/gb/hotel-8655-sofitel-so-singapore/

Capella Singapore, 1 The Knolls, Sentosa Island, tel: 6377 8888, capellahotels.com/singapore

Mandarin Oriental, Singapore With an outdoor yoga pavilion, vibrant surrounding gardens and views of the city skyline that will take your breath away, the Mandarin Oriental Singapore’s swimming pool is perfect for any visitor looking to unwind. Whether you are here for business or leisure, no guest should leave without taking a refreshing dip, taking me to truly soak in the atmosphere of the city. It is undoubtedly the perfect li le hideaway from the fast-paced lifestyle of the Central Business District, which sits right at the hotel’s doorstep.

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Best Hotels for Weddings

Sheraton Towers Singapore Hotel Fort Canning An award-winning bou que hotel set in the midst of lush greenery at Fort Canning, the Hotel Fort Canning is a popular choice for many brides and grooms to e the knot. There are a mul tude of op ons for wedding couples, from in mate recep ons offering panoramic views of the park, to more grand and tradi onal ballroom weddings, to outdoor garden ceremonies in the immaculately groomed grounds.

There is a choice of either Cantonese or Western cuisine to sa sfy even the most discerning palates. The grandeur of the heritage colonial building, paired with its stunning surroundings, make the Hotel Fort Canning a truly special place for a wedding celebra on.

Hotel Fort Canning, 11 Canning Walk, tel: 6559 6770, hfcsingapore.com

Romance is the name of the game at the Sheraton Towers. Despite being located a stone’s throw from the busy Orchard Road locale, the Sheraton Towers offers a peaceful and tranquil se ng for weddings.

You can say “I do” in an overwater pavilion in the Sheraton Towers’ outdoor garden in an in mate solemnisa on ceremony or opt for a more magnificent event in the opulent Grand Ballroom, which can seat up to 540 guests. Li Bai Cantonese Restaurant is available to cater for authen c Chinese cuisine with Western menus available too. If you are looking for an extra special touch, they offer op onal upgrades such as an ice-sculpted champagne bar, a colourful candy buffet and exquisite flower arrangements.

Sheraton Towers Singapore, 39 ScoƩs Road, tel: 6737 6888, sheratonsingapore.com

W Singapore, Sentosa Cove Perched on a marina in Sentosa Cove, the W Singapore is a firm favourite with couples looking for somewhere special to celebrate their wedding. With photo op ons galore, both inside the hotel, around its impressive freeform pool, or elsewhere on Sentosa, the W offers a generous ‘Great Room’ ballroom for wedding banquets, with convenient func on rooms located nearby for more in mate events and tea ceremonies. The ultra modern interior throughout the hotel is furnished with contemporary art pieces and oozes style in true W fashion. Guestrooms are blessed with sweeping sea views and feature all the latest mod cons and luxury ameni es. Check into one of their amazing suites to really celebrate in style!

W Singapore, Sentosa Cove, 21 Ocean Way, tel: 6808 7288, wsingaporesentosacove.com

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Best Hotels for a Tropical Escape

Shangri-la Rasa Sentosa Perched on Siloso Beach on Sentosa, this coastal property is ideal for a beach escape for those travelling with or without children.

With excellent facili es for the young, including a dedicated kids club, the Cool Zone, there’s something here for everyone.

With sprawling gardens, beach access and a large freeform swimming pool, the leisure facili es are top notch and there’s a good choice of restaurants on site for those who want to limit their me spent on the road – check out Trapizza for a beachside authen c pizzeria. Some of Sentosa’s most popular a rac ons are located on the hotel’s doorstop, including Fort Siloso, Underwater World, the Skyline Luge and Wavehouse, with a wide choice of eateries nearby, including Coastes, Azzura Beach Club and Mambo Beach Club.

Shangri-La’s Rasa Sentosa Resort and Spa, 101 Siloso Road, tel: 6275 0100, Shangri-la.com/SG/RasaSentosa

Amara Sanctuary Resort Sentosa

Set opposite the towering Merlion statue near Sentosa’s Beach Sta on, with Universal Studios just a five-minute walk away and the monorail system connec ng travellers to the Vivo City shopping complex, this hotel couldn’t be in a be er spot. Though rela vely new, the hotel exudes an old world feel, due to its classic architecture and recently launched Heritage wing. Here, a colonial mansion has been lovingly restored to offer three floors of suites that pay homage to the building’s history. In the modern wing, designed by famed Japanese firm, Super Potato, guest rooms include the 19 new Onsen Suites, with private hot tubs set in an outdoor sanctuary.

Having recently undergone a major refurbishment of its courtyard villas and suites, there’s really no be er me to visit this widespread and beau ful hotel. We recommend the colonial-style Larkhill Terrace Suites, which are set in a brilliantly renovated former military barracks. Here, the spacious rooms back out onto a huge lap pool surrounded by dense tropical foliage, great for an invigora ng early morning swim. Alterna vely, enjoy the new-look villas or splash out on the Larkhill Mansion, a private two-bedroom colonial villa with a plunge pool, indoor and outdoor dining areas and a spacious living area. There are lots of ac vi es on offer here too, including a full range of yoga classes (like kids yoga), tennis, cycling and even a boot camp. Other facili es include a fully equipped gym and four outdoor swimming pools, and of course, Sentosa’s many a rac ons just a short drive away.

Mövenpick Heritage Hotel Singapore, 23 Beach Road, tel: 6818 3388, moevenpick-hotels.com

Amara Sanctuary Resort Sentosa, 1 Larkhill Road, Sentosa, tel: 6825 3888, sentosa.amarahotels.com

Mövenpick Heritage Hotel Sentosa

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The Experimentalist By: Marie Wee Images courtesy of Unlisted CollecƟon

He spearheaded the Singapore boutique hotel scene and made some of them so hip that they have become tourist must-go places.

He also has a knack for finding talented young chefs, from Gordon Ramsay’s protégé to 20-year-old ‘chef-lings’ who have raised the bar in the local dining industry. Anything ‘run-of-the-mill’ would bore him. Marie Wee speaks to Loh Lik Peng, who is bringing the little red dot fame across the world with his international collection of boutique hotels and restaurants.

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PROFILES The first thing Loh Lik Peng did a er gree ng me as if we had known each other for years, was to immediately confide, “I’m slowing down in Singapore. We now have a few outlets with the ‘bistro-nomy’ concept (making the whole fine dining experience more accessible, with simple service and lower price points) because we want to groom young local talents and give them the opportuni es. I don’t want to be just impor ng chefs anymore. We need more local content and local talent.”

With the recent opening of Sorrel and Long Play, the latest two addi ons to his umbrella brand, Unlisted Collec on, it does seem like Loh has steered towards a slightly different direc on from previous paths.

Every one of his past endeavours has been carefully created like an art form, never without an iden ty of its own and always located in unique loca ons rather than in a ubiquitous mall or office building.

Set in a shop-house on Boon Tat Street, Sorrel (see our review on page 54–55) offers a fine dining set menu (of three, five or seven courses), in a relaxed modern environment.

The best seats are at the counter, where diners can get a close view point of the incredibly talented young chefs at work in its open kitchen.

During my visit, each young chef took turns to present a course to guests at the counter, giving the experience an informal touch.

The kitchen felt like a laboratory as well as a stage for the mainly 20-something year-old chefs to perform and interact with the diners.

Beyond the food, the eclec c interior (that has always been Loh’s trademark) has been pared down, with black- led walls and local artworks. The most no ceable ‘Loh-touch’ is the metal chandelier above the counter seats, which was specially commissioned by Loh from designers, The Rag and Bone Man in the UK. He enthuses, “it’s actually made from an old World War 2 aircra radial engine. It’s an amazing piece of cra smanship!”

Over at Long Play, located on the already gentrified Haji Lane/Arab Street, the crea ve touch of his business partner, Geoffrey Eu, includes the impressive collec on of vinyl from the 1950s to the 1970s which forms the bar’s soundtrack. Otherwise, the industrialinspired interior is simple by his standards; the design and furniture package the crea on of designers Neri & Hu. Comparing these to his earlier works, the focus seems to be on the theme and the offerings, rather than the interior and loca on – Loh is known for picking o eat neighbourhoods that make risky, yet talk84

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Hotel 1929’s exterior

Deluxe room interior for Hotel 1929

of-the-town investments. In early 2003, he launched his first business venture in Singapore, the bou que Hotel 1929. The 32-room hotel was imbued with a sense of ‘shabby chic,’ filled with an eclec c array of vintage gems, sourced from flea markets and an que dealers.

Word about this unusual hotel – where almost S$5 million was spent on the five consecu ve freehold shop-houses it took up – spread like wild fire. It was Singapore’s first chic bou que hotel, amongst a gamut of mainstream interna onal hotel brands.

arrangement, the adventurous li gatorturned-hotelier is s ll opera ng the hotel and its popular Ember restaurant.

Each of Loh’s bou que hotels – including New Majes c Hotel on Bukit Pasoh Road and Wanderlust in Li le India – are set in storied loca ons and conserva on buildings that are in Loh’s words, “slightly off the beaten track”. He explains, “those are the places we can afford in the first place. So we try and pick pockets that are very local, cool and interes ng.”

Hotel 1929 is hip and edgy, and introduced the concept of individually designed rooms to the city. For this, it not only collected the “URA Architectural Heritage Award” in 2003, but it also became a media darling both locally and interna onally – a must-try for travellers seeking adventure and an authen c experience of the country.

When it comes to his restaurants, he usually picks chefs whom he “has chemistry with,” o en young ones to work together as partners, rather than employees. Andre Chiang, whose Restaurant Andre has been named as one of the ‘Top 10 Restaurants in the World Worth a Plane Ride’, by the New York Times, is one of them.

Just 10 years later in late 2013, Loh sold it for a handsome sum of $35 million, a dy $1.09 million per room. Under its leaseback

Loh shares, “Our key personnel are treated as partners. It is usually a 50-50 split between me and the chefs - what I bring to the table

New Majes c’s room “Lifestyle work”

Wanderlust’s whimsical lo “Bling”

New Majes c’s lobby “The Space Program” have that naivety in the way that we s ck our neck out,” Loh shares. “Chippendale is s ll only an up-and-coming area, despite its central loca on, because it isn’t beachfront and is full of brick buildings.” He goes on to explain his group’s ra onale, “we like to be in gateway ci es: Hong Kong, Sydney, London and Shanghai. In terms of where we end up in those ci es, it’s very much what’s available.

But it will always be somewhere local, and not obviously touristy. And we try something radical design wise.” The trick, it seems, is to always work smart with cross-publicity among his proper es. “Even though I’ve been working on interna onal projects, there are always some references and publici es tying back to Singapore.

is the ability to execute, as we have the infrastructure to make things happen; 100 per cent of the kitchen is le to the chef, except cos ng and concept – which would be agreed between the two of us.”

His ventures with chefs, both local and overseas, also include celebrity chef Jason Atherton (protégé of chef Gordon Ramsay).

Here, the Spanish tapas bar, Esquina, and Pollen, located in the Flower Dome of Gardens by the Bay, are both co-created with Atherton.

In Singapore, Loh is known to have raised the bar in the industry with many of his concepts.

“We have never replicated any one of our concepts. It would bore me! Each me we do it, we reinvent the wheel; indeed, it’s a very expensive business.”

Loh is what one would call a risk-taking entrepreneur. But for this, he has earned his stripes, winning the New Tourism Entrepreneur Award in 2004 and the Tourism Entrepreneur of the Year at the Singapore Experience Awards in 2011. This eagleeyed entrepreneur indeed has a knack for

picking conserva on buildings in very local neighbourhoods, turning many of these districts into places to see and be seen.

It hasn’t all been plain sailing. Loh has had his fair shares of worries and troubles too. With his admission that he is slowing down in Singapore, he has been working on several overseas projects, and they have been just as experimental. “In 2008 and 2009, during the economic crisis, we were commi ed to building the Town Hall Hotel in London, Wanderlust in Singapore, and The Waterhouse at South Bund in Shanghai.

Town Hall is my largest project to date, so to say that I was very worried then is a gross understatement. We were literally spending millions a month on construc on and we couldn’t back out. We were well into eight figures; it looked like the world was going to end. But we just shut our eyes and completed it. When we finished the project in 2010, the world had improved. We certainly felt euphoric at the end of it all.”

Despite this harrowing experience, Loh has not lost his sense of adventure. “In July, we’re opening in Sydney at Chippendale.

Picking this loca on in Sydney shows we s ll

His love for Singapore is s ll evident, “Singapore has gone through a lot of changes. Personally, it’s exci ng to be part of the movement. The bou que hotel scene exploded in the last seven to eight years, and being the earliest is gra fying.”

Especially now that he has his own family, with a three-and-a-half-year-old son, Loh loves visi ng Gardens by the Bay and the Singapore Botanic Gardens. And he recommends that all visitors visit the MacRitchie Reservoir Park for its green environment. “You just hear crickets and birds there. My son Conor loves going scoo ng there. Before this (family), I’d have said I love to go to the Tanjong Beach Club!” he laughs.

Whenever he is free, he can be spo ed at his favourite food haunts around town, at Palm Beach Seafood at One Fullerton, and on more casual days, at Tian Tian Chicken Rice at Maxwell Food Centre, Tong Ah Ea ng House (for its famous kaya toast) on Keong Siak Road and Hua Bee Coffeeshop (for its mee pok) in Tiong Bahru. This is perhaps how he finds his loca ons for his cool projects – while hun ng down his favourite local foods! www.nowsingapore.co.id APRIL - MAY 2015 85

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SPA NEWS

By Catharine Nicol

It’s going to be a tough choice if you’re headed to the divine Auriga Spa at the Capella Singapore on Sentosa. Their new treatments by Charme D’Orient all include Argan Oil from Morocco, nourishingly full of Omegas 6 and 9 and vitamin E. Get your complexion li ed up with the Secret of Youth Prickly Pear Seed facial, bu ered up with The Secrets of Argan, combining a mineral clay scrub and Argan bu er massage, or ghtened up with the Crystalline Stones with Alum salts facial. capellahotels.com/singapore/spa/singapore-spas

At Resorts World Sentosa’s ESPA new culinary pro and celeb-chef Ian Ki chai is transforming the spa cuisine menu at Tangerine Café. His career has spanned helping his mother sell Thai curries on the streets of Bangkok to working at the pinnacle of the gastro world’s elBulli. For the ul mate healthy treat a er a day at the spa, try his Thai-inspired Sous Vide Pork, Asian Style Sea Bass and Salsa and Guilt-Free Chocolate Mousse. rws.com.sg/espa

It’s not o en you find goat on a spa menu, but at Damai Spa, at the Grand Hya Singapore, their Damai Silk Body Treatment features a goat milk body cleanse –the fat proteins in goat milk are said to help retain hydra on. The cleanse follows their lemon and sugar body polish and precedes an hour’s Yuan Qi massage with June Jacobs’ green tea and cucumber body balm and a dus ng of pearl powder. singapore.grand.hya .com/hya /pure/spas

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There are 101 reasons to stay at Raffles Singapore Hotel and one of them is their luxurious spa, which is reserved exclusively for in-house guests. Their new treatment is the Neem and Date Seed Body Scrub, a fragrant exfolia on rich with neem oil, almond meal, date seed powder and pumpkin enzymes crea ng a beau fully gentle, cleansing and repairing treatment. raffles.com/singapore

Just in me for a sleek and sexy summer, Strip is launching their new range of waxes. Both are full of healing and soothing chamomile and aloe vera. If you’ve got sensi ve skin, then their bergamot and lemonscented whitening wax would be ideal. If you have dry skin, try their hydra ng cucumber-scented wax. Then, jump into your bikini without a care, or a hair, in the world. strip.com.sg

With a sparkling brand new look, Aramsa - The Garden Spa has been renovated to reopen in May. With a fresh new colour palate and a more soothing, contemporary look, they’ve now got 17 treatment rooms for their nature-based treatments. Skincare products include Dermalogica, SkinCeu cals and Red Flower, and for post-treatment relaxa on, their new juice bar will give your insides a treat too. www.aramsaspas.com www.nowsingapore.co.id APRIL - MAY 2015 87

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By: Catharine Nicol

Sometimes we just don’t have time for a long spa treatment. Who are we kidding? We almost never feel like we have time. However, we all know that switching off is invaluable, physically, mentally and emotionally. For the perfect quick fix, head to these spas for some express peace and relaxation while your muscles are soothed and your complexion, smoothed.

45 minutes

Singapore’s most unique spa, the Nimble/Knead spa, literally has you blissing out in a contrap on that had a former life transpor ng someone’s valuable possessions around the world as a storage container. Their Back To Back treatment is a powerful knot reducer and overall energiser they’ll pummel you back to full power in just 45 self-contained minutes.

Nimble/Knead, 66 Eng Wa Street, tel: 6438 3933, nimbleknead.com.

At Spa Esprit the menu suggests you could become a vampire – for 45 minutes. Very Twilight temp ng, but actually the Vampirella Wrap cocoons you in garlic - possibly not quite the floral fragrance you were expec ng. However, garlic is incredibly slimming, with ac ves powering through any cellulite and leaving you a shadow of your former self. Although perhaps not the ideal treatment just before a date… Spa Esprit, 8D Dempsey Road, tel: 6479 0070, spa-esprit.com.

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If you’ve just flown in and need a bit of an energy boost, The RitzCarlton, Millennia Spa has a Jetlag Massage that will loosen up any muscle tension, dispel fluid reten on and pep you up in 45 minutes. A great way to start your day at 10am when they open, or even finish your evening, as the spa doesn’t close un l midnight.

The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia, 7 Raffles Avenue, tel: 6434 5203, ritzcarlton.com/Singapore.

30 minutes

20 minutes…

You don’t really want to rush a spa experience that takes place within the hallowed complex that is Raffles, but Estheva Spa’s menu has a 30-minute Aroma c Head & Shoulder Massage alongside its high-tech treatments, ideal for that mid-retail pause. Increasing the circula on to hunched up shoulders and stressed out brains, it’s a mental and physical treat that almost becomes spiritual. Estheva Spa, #01-30/31 Raffles Hotel Arcade, 328 North Bride Road, tel: 6338 3318, estheva.com.

For a makeover in 20 minutes, Erabelle’s Erabrow Design is a super-swi but total look rejuvena ng shaping for your brows. The therapist will take a few moments to analyse what you’ve got, discuss your perfect shape, then shape and apply their award-winning pencil to brows with so , natural looking shading. Think of it as the first step towards trying their semi-permanent version.

Erabelle, #02-01/02 VivoCity, 1 Harbourfront Walk, tel: 6376 8336, erabelle.com

15 minutes…

The Spa Ar san at The Fullerton has the perfect accompaniment to lunch at this iconic hotel.

Their Express Facial promises to smooth, brighten and plump the complexion in just half an hour. Check in, chill out and then bounce into the Fullerton’s Courtyard restaurant looking impossibly radiant, to the envy of your friends. The Spa Ar san, The Fullerton Hotel, 1 Fullerton Square, tel: 6423 1382, thespaar san.com.

For high-tech exper se, Spa Rael’s Natura Bissé Carboxi-Express may take only 30 minutes but it packs a punch when it comes to cleansing. This is followed by triple exfolia ng, with glycolic acid to s mulate the skin’s cells, carbonic powder to smooth skin and a botanical ac vator to hydrate. An -ageing, brightening and totally renewing.

Spa Rael, Goodwood Park Hotel, 22 Sco s Road, tel: 6732 9633, sparael.com.sg.

For something a li le different – healing, tradi onal and effec ve in 15 minutes no less – Pan Pacific Singapore’s St. Gregory Spa has a super-speedy Gua Sha treatment that helps with the circula on, detoxing and soothing muscle strain. The jade scraper, which is drawn along the body’s meridians, isn’t at all painful and results in a feeling of deep release. St. Gregory Spa, Pan Pacific Singapore, 7 Raffles Boulevard, tel: 6826 8140, stgregoryspa.com. www.nowsingapore.co.id APRIL - MAY 2015 89

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seven mistakes professional women can make

By Steph Chu

In my 16 years working with Accenture, it always fascinated me that the female leaders that I knew of (myself included) all tended to make the same mistakes! I have made all of the seven mistakes that I am about to share, all of which caused me to burn out quite spectacularly. Only after working with an executive coach did I realise what I was doing wrong. By sharing these mistakes, I hope to save you the pain of burning out so you can achieve great strides in your career.

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MISTAKE #1 : If I WANT IT DONE RIGHT, I HAVE TO DO IT MYSELF. Women have a false and unfair reputa on for being control freaks. We want to do everything ourselves and we cannot sleep unless we have control over the minu ae. It means we risk neglec ng the tasks we are supposed to focus on and waste our energy doing work that could be completed by others.

Solu on : • Have a clear task list or work plan with all the high level tasks spelled out. Farm out these tasks to the relevant people within your team.

• Structure your teams to ensure you have the right skill sets for the various roles.

• Have periodic mee ngs with your team so you can update the project’s status and help each other to resolve any issues.

MISTAKE #2 : I DONT THINK I CAN LEAD. THEY PROMOTED THE WRONG PERSON! Secretly, many of us doubt our ability to lead a team and to deliver. We have been condi oned since we were li le to follow, to not cause a scene and to play nice. As such, we grow up not flexing our leadership muscles and some mes, we only start to learn how to lead a er we join the workforce.

Solu on : • Start taking the lead on smaller items in your life. If your partner always makes the vaca on plans, step up and plan for the next one. Once completed successfully, step up for other tasks.

• Reflect on and make a list of what you believe about your ability as a leader. For all the nega ve beliefs, replace them with ones that are posi ve. Find evidence from your past that can substan ate them too.

• Read your posi ve list daily and say it out loud in the mirror.

MISTAKE #3 : I HAVE THESE PEOPLE IN MY TEAM. WHAT DO I DO WITH THEM ?

Even if we recognise the power of a team, some mes we do not know how to set up a perfect one. What does an op mum team look like? How do we structure our own?

Solu on : • Start by crea ng an organisa onal chart with a lead role for every major

phase of work, for example, a design team leader, build team leader and so on.

• Based on the amount of work required for each phase, we can staff each department with an appropriate number of people.

• As the phases of work pick up or slow down, shi the team members around as required. This op mises efficiency and builds resources with mul ple skill sets.

MISTAKE #4 : WHY AM I THE ONLY PERSON DOING ALL THE WORK ?

There are mes when we feel we are the only person delivering any real work. Even though we have delegated tasks out and have set up a team structure, we don’t see any real results.

Solu on : • Discuss priori es with your team. If they are not clear on the big picture, they may not have the same priori es as you.

• To fully leverage your team, team leaders will have to be able to make certain decisions. You can start with smaller and less risky decisions. Once the team leaders have proved that they are able to make prac cal decisions, you can allow them to make more important ones.

MISTAKE #7 : I HAVE NO ONE TO TALK TO. Regardless of whether you are a new manager or a senior leader, you may not feel comfortable discussing ideas with your peers or supervisors in your company. Some mes it is good to have a neutral third party to bounce ideas off of.

Solu on : • Engage an execu ve coach so you have a neutral third party to discuss ideas with.

• If the coach you engage has experience in your industry then they can double as mentor, if you require one.

• Find out from your team if they are facing any issues that they haven’t discussed with you. Address their concerns.

MISTAKE #5 : MY TEAM IS NOT MOTIVATED A confused team is an unmo vated team.

When teams do not know what they are trying to achieve, over me, they risk losing mo va on. This will result in low morale and low produc vity.

Solu on : • Communicate the overall goal to your team. Make sure they are clear on what you are all trying to achieve. Share the big picture with them.

• Have regular mee ngs with your team so you can update them on the progress and also get status updates from them.

• Clear and regular communica on is the ` best way to keep the team up-to-date and ` mo vated.

MISTAKE #6 : WHY DOES EVERYONE RELY ON ME ON EVERYTHING ?

It’s easy to become the bo leneck when we want to make all the decisions and have a say in every outcome. When our teams are not empowered to make any decisions, the power of the team is compromised.

Solu on : • Empower your teams to make certain decisions. For example, enable your team lead to make decisions that fall within a set budget like $5k. Anything beyond this will have to be cleared with you.

Steph Chu is a Leadership Coach who has spent 16 years in Accenture, gaining a reputaƟon as a fire-fighter who saves projects that are falling behind. She does this by building and leveraging the peak performance of her teams.

Steph is also the author of, soon to be published, “Building High Performance Teams for Women Leaders”.

Email: enquiry@stephchu.com Website: hƩp://www.stephchu.com/ LinkedIn: Steph Chu Facebook: hƩps://www. facebook.com/StephChuCoaching TwiƩer: @StephChuCoach

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COLOURFUL CANOPY Images courtesy of Straits Canopy

Where did the idea for Straits Canopy come from? And how did you develop it?

The idea for Straits Canopy came from the fact that I was really proud to live in Singapore and over the years, I needed gi s for visitors or to bring with me overseas as a nice present to give from my new home country. I had always been on the look out for something that was beau ful, usable and came with some sort of informa on about Singapore but it was always a struggle to find just the right thing… and then Straits Canopy came to me.

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Suasti Lye is the founder of Straits Canopy, a recently launched online retail and lifestyle site dedicated to Singapore’s colourful past and its eclectic modern culture. We met with the busy professional photographer between shoots to talk about her exciting new project and to hear her great tips for visitors to the city.

of Lye. My family’s background is actually Peranakan, which in this case means, a Chinese father and Malay or local mother crea ng Peranakan children (which literally translates to “mixed child”). All men in my family carry the prefix of Baba in their birth cer ficates and passports as homage to their ancestral roots. Baba is a Peranakan tle, meaning “gentleman”.

Both my desire to give beau ful gi s and discovering my Peranakan heritage laid the founda on for Straits Canopy.

What does the name Straits Canopy signify?

The name itself is a reflec on on the fact that the Straits of Malacca was one of the most important shipping routes in history and was really the channel that brought people from all over the world to the Straits region and Singapore. Travel and work enabled people to discover, mix together and blend. The word “Canopy” is to signify that the brand is an umbrella of sorts, covering and including everybody – a strong part of our brand value.

who work with me and assist me across Suas Lye Photography & Design and Straits Canopy. It also helps that I love my job and mee ng and interac ng with people. I also love when its campaign me for Straits Canopy because I get to photograph it!

Which Singapore designers do you think we should look out for in the coming months?

I have had my eye on Aijek, By Invite Only for great jewellery pieces, Carrie K, Ling Wu and of course Ong Shungmugam, whose crea vity and blend of cultures through fashion appeals to me to no end.

How do you think Singapore has developed over the past five years as a des na on?

What sort of products are you looking to highlight or promote on the site?

The Straits Canopy product range will have something for everyone. We are currently taking Peranakan mo fs and modernising them to create more unique products. Our best-selling Ul mate Tote features a modern interpreta on of the phoenix and peony.

We also have our Modern Nyonya (meaning “Lady”) jewellery collec on which includes earrings and sterling silver necklaces. Our signature pendant is a shophouse le, to symbolise how the Nyonya’s ruled the home in the past and are perceived as strong, pioneering women. We also have items for children – the newest addi on being our signature teddy bear, which wears a tradi onal kebaya in a modern print. Each item comes beau fully presented and holds a notecard to explain the thought behind the design.

We hope that the items from Straits Canopy will be used and talked about, ingrained into your loved ones’ life so they can think of the gi giver each me they use an item.

What do you think makes Singapore unique in South East Asia?

Singapore is unique in South East Asia because it has done so much as a small na on, in a short me. Throughout its history, people have been coming to Singapore for work, long before the na on’s independence, and I think that pioneering spirit has stayed throughout its development.

Calling Singapore home for the past eight years, I am so happy to see that it is a country that celebrates each group’s significant holidays from Chinese New Year, to Eid and

Deepavali. I find that so unique and special because it means that from a very young age, people are exposed to other peoples’ beliefs. I have found there is knowledge and an ingrained respect for other cultural beliefs and prac ces, which I find heartwarming.

Apart from retail and fashion what else does the SC website offer?

The Straits Canopy website is an online retail site as well as a portal to interes ng informa on about Singapore. We showcase the people on the island through interviews, reveal great places to eat that are unique to Singapore, and feature health and lifestyle ps via our Goddess Glow ar cles. We also take a step back in me and go through fascina ng stories of people who have lived in Singapore for genera ons.

Is Singapore a good environment for star ng a small business? And why?

Singapore is a great environment for star ng a small business. There is a vibrant entrepreneurial community which supports each other and encourages each other. With many events for business owners, wholesale expos and just the small size of Singapore, it allows you to achieve much more in one day than you could in larger countries

You are also a professional photographer – how do you find the me to juggle your roles?

Yes, I am also a professional photographer and juggling can be tough some mes. I set aside two days of the week for purely shoo ng and then get back in the office to work on the business side of things. I am lucky that I have a great team and freelancers

Singapore has flourished in the last five years. When I first arrived, there was not much going on. I really no ced the lack of interna onal acts that came to play here and there were not many fine dining op ons. Fast forward to 2015 and I am joyfully overwhelmed with op ons - from the amazing, annual Formula 1 race to the concerts, Broadway produc ons and huge array of top interna onal chefs bringing their cuisine to our li le red dot. As a des na on, Singapore has everything bigger ci es have but you can do and see more because of its size. It’s win win.

What would cons tute your perfect day in the city? What recommenda ons would you give first me visitors to the city?

For first me visitors I would definitely recommend some local delights, star ng off with some local coffee and thick-sliced kaya toast at Ya Kun Kaya Toast. I would then head off to Orchard Road for some shopping and people watching before it got too crowded.

Once it starts ge ng hot, a great tourist spot is Gardens By The Bay, as the indoor gardens are cooled. Here, you can see a great collec on of flora from around the world.

For lunch, Singapore has so many op ons but my favourite local delights to try are Bak Kut Teh, a spicy pork rib soup served with rice or fried dough, the famous chicken rice, satay or char kway teow. I would follow this with a giant serving of es kacang and fresh mango.

With my belly full, I would then take a stroll through Arab Street and look at the cute shops and soak in the energy of the area.

A er a quick change of clothes, you would then see me grabbing some cocktails at Lantern Bar at The Fullerton Bay Hotel, while taking in the view and watching the nightly light show.

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SHOPPING

shopping Singapore’s Heritage Neighbourhoods

By Marisse Gabrielle Reyes Photos courtesy of: Monocle, Kai Life, Lemon Zest, Soon Lee, Shop Wonderland, Egg3, TruefiƩ and Hill, Willow and Huxley, FicƟve Fingers, The General Co., and The Golden Rule Barber Co.

Five and a half million people, many of whom are immigrants, contribute to the cultural melting pot that is Singapore. But Singapore is changing fast - with glossy mega structures and mega malls being erected left, right and centre. In search of authenticity and culture, many young designers, barbers and shopkeepers are flocking to Singapore’s heritage neighbourhoods. We explore some of these enclaves and discover what’s on offer.

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HOLLAND VILLAGE This lively enclave was given life by early European se lers and since then, has a racted a steady flow of foreigners. In the 1950s, nearby residen al neighborhood Chip Bee Gardens was built to house Bri sh soldiers and their families. Much of the village has been renovated, built upon and doused in capitalism (Starbucks or Coffee Bean anyone?), but present-day Holland Village remains a popular expat stomping ground.

For a taste of old Holland Village, visit Wellie Ba k Fashion (#03-18 Holland Road Shopping Centre, 211 Holland Avenue, tel: 9171 5662), one of the remaining old- mers on the block. This ba k shop is s ll operated by silver-haired jack-of-all-trades, Mr. Ang. Buy hand-painted or printed ba k aprons, bags, cushion covers, or tablecloths, or simply buy the fabric by the yard.

If you’re looking for souvenirs, Lim’s Arts and Living (#02-01 Holland Road Shopping Centre, 211 Holland Avenue, tel: 6467 1300) has a good mix of small, exo c and tradi onal cra s from around the region such as hand-painted lacquer jewellery boxes and blue and white po ery. For more modern nature-inspired wares, visit Kai Life (#0204 Holland V Shopping Mall, 3 Lorong Liput, tel: 6463 0155) to shop for colourful printed cushion covers, affordable art and dainty silver jewellery.

Kai Life

Chip Bee Gardens is the neighbourhood’s quaint and quiet sister.

Budding Martha Stewarts will love Chip Bee’s Lemon Zest (#01-80 Chip Bee Gardens, 43 Jalan Merah Saga, tel: 6471 0566), a beau fully curated kitchenware shop which stocks up on brands like Thistle & Thyme, Mason Cash and KitchenAid. Recently adding some serious style to the neighbourhood is Monocle (74 Jalan Kelabu Asap, tel: 6475 1816). The store/cafe hits the high notes of its eponymous cult magazine: though ul, slick and design-focused. Grab an Allpress cuppa while you si through the racks of designer garb and accessories.

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founded in Singapore in 1933. Here, they specialise in exo c, pure, natural oils like Cypress dill, neroli, and ve ver, sourced from the Middle East, India and France. ‘Noses’ are on site here and can help you to customize your own fragrance, which you can then take home in decora ve perfume bo les from Egypt. Kampong Glam’s cultural mel ng pot has served as a breeding ground for Singapore’s young crea ve types, and many have opened up intriguing li le shops in the district. Shop Wonderland (37 Haji Lane, tel: 6299 5848) is famous for its whimsical shop front of luscious hanging greens, golden Tiffany chairs, and a window that allows you to peek into the glorious goodies inside. It’s a mul -concept store, with a cafe, event planning office and retail area. Various independent fashion bou ques line Haji Lane too. One of our favourites is Soon Lee (73 Haji Lane, tel: 6297 0198), an ultra-feminine bou que that is well stocked with punchy costume jewellery, statement shoes and the latest fashion trends, like jumpsuits and voluminous midi skirts. If you’ve got four eyes, find some frames at Digby Duke (69 Haji Lane, tel: 6293 5046), a hip op cal shop. Their bold spectacles come in trendy designs, priced so reasonably that you’ll be able to afford a new pair every season.

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CHINATOWN The Chinese make up the largest ethnic group in Singapore and Chinatown is suitably spectacular. This large area in the centre of the city has been revived over the past decade, with the opening of funky bou que hotels, interna onal restaurants, cocktail bars and shops.

Telok Ayer, Ann Siang Hill and Tanjong Pagar have become the city’s ‘it’ precincts for food and drink but there are many shopping gems as well.

Shop Wonderland

KAMPONG GLAM In the 1800s, the Kampong Glam area was a designated neighbourhood for the Malay and Arab popula ons. Many Arabic influences remain today, such as the merchants who con nue to hawk exo c carpets and fabrics and the choice of Middle Eastern restaurants in the area.

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Erskine Road’s Egg3 (#01-10/11, 33 Erskine Road, tel: 6281 2197) offers an eclec c mix of cra y home accessories such as terrariums, figurines and furnishings. It’s a li le museum of beau fully curated products, with a li le clothing added into the mix as well. A stone’s throw away is Willow and Huxley (20 Amoy Street, tel: 6220 1745), a womenswear bou que with racks filled with awesome designers like Sam & Lavi, Addison and Twenty8twelve, as well as baubles by David Aubrey and T. Atelier. If you’re more of a maximalist, Rose Citron (23 Keong Saik Road, tel: 6323 1368) has some good op ons. We love their range of cushion covers and table runners with colourful clashing fabrics, as well as funky fashions like furry hand-kni ed scarves and bags with sweet li le bu ons sewn on.

If your be er half doesn’t care much for shopping, deposit him at

pick up some locally-made wares from brands like Alchemy Op cal, Oldman and Good Ci zen. Recently jazzing up the scene is The Golden Rule Barber Co. (#01-02, 188 Race Course Road, tel: 6341 7291), a barbershop and store which sells a myriad of men’s grooming supplies like pomades, beard oil, charcoal facial soap and classic Kent combs.

If you’re willing to venture a li le further, take a 15-minute stroll to FicƟve Fingers (#01-61, 462 Crawford Lane) to shop though ullycreated accessories (like totes, pouches and slings) which are produced from hand-printed fabrics made in-house.

TruefiƩ And Hill

FicƟve Fingers

Willow And Huxley

TruefiƩ and Hill (9 Ann Siang Road, tel: 6223 5263) and he’ll come out looking like a true gentleman. This posh barbershop offers cuts, wet shaves, waxing, massages, shoe shining and nail services. Established in England over 200 years ago, Truefi and Hill now has outposts in Kuala Lumpur, Las Vegas, Toronto, Beijing and Chicago.

The Golden Rule Barber Co.

LITTLE INDIA Li le India’s vibrant colours, sounds, sights and smells are intoxica ng.

Unlike other heritage neighbourhoods in the country, this spirited neighbourhood s ll very much belongs to the Indian popula on.

Of course, there is the amazing 24-hour shopping goliath, Mustafa Centre (145 Syed Alwi Road, tel: 6295 5855) but the area is also star ng to sprout with interes ng independent shops too. The past two years have seen arty pop-up stores from the likes of Temporium, The Redundant Shop and Naiise. Many of these crea ve types have chosen to make Li le India and its surroundings their home. The General Company (150A Tyrwhi Road, tel: 8444 5589) is one such store. It was created to promote ‘good design and cra smanship’ in Singapore and they offer both cra workshops and a great retail space. Here you can pick from a mix of just about everything - from books to eyewear to home decora ons. It’s also a great place to

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Up Close and Personal

By Mandy Heng Images courtesy of Ice Tan

What was your Ɵme at Parsons, The New School of Design and Central Saint MarƟns like?

Parsons was stressful and demanding in projects, with lots of late nights and long hours spent in the design labs and library. The reason for this was they had a comprehensive and intensive syllabus designed to train designers well. On the other hand, St.Mar ns was the opposite, it was much more chilled and relaxed. There was less pressure felt as a student and the focus was more on crea vity rather than technicality like Parsons. We had more me to explore the city of London to find inspira on for the crea on of new design concepts.

What drives your design?

My customers are my main drivers. They have related to my designs and never ques oned any aspect of them. Each collec on sees them coming back repeatedly to purchase designs that I produce. They wear them and pose on social media which is something that touches me. The ability to create designs that enable my clients to feel confident and at their best is what fuels me.

into what it is today also helped compliment this scene as it provides the urban hardware for it. New brands, innova ve collabora on and more local designers are developing strong followings, proving there is a thriving crea ve talent in Singapore.

Describe the ICE TAN woman.

Modern, chic and sexy.

What inspires your aestheƟc and why do you think women respond to it?

Aesthe cally, nothing gives me greater inspira on than seeing women transformed by the way they look in my dresses. I hope to empower them with my designs, to bring out the best in them and make them feel special, confident and beau ful with who they are.

What is your hallmark/best selling piece and why?

Our best seller is our famed ‘Eva’ dress. This is a versa le and comfortable dress with adjustable wraps that can be draped around the body to create five different looks. So it’s perfect for any occasion!

What is your fashion philosophy?

Fashion designers are generally expected to develop their expertise before their careers can be launched. With Ice Tan, however, her love of fashion saw her creating clothing for clients well before attending the likes of Parsons and Central Saint Martins, the elite fashion schools that have produced some of fashion’s finest, such as John Galliano, Stella McCartney, Marc Jacobs and Alexander McQueen.

“Once you se le for second best, that’s what happens to you in life.” Singaporean Ice Tan is the an thesis of that statement, never se ling for anything less than best.

The best from herself and in the things that she does, from the clothes she designs to the colleges she a ends. We caught up with the Singaporean designer to find out what has con nued to inspire her since the incep on of her brand in 1998.

Each design must be wearable and never too over the top. I strive to create a range that has commercial viability allowing my customers to carry the look from work, to casual to cocktail func ons.

What qualiƟes do you find make an aƩracƟve woman?

A woman who loves and believes in herself and who has passion in what she does is a rac ve!

What is your favourite accessory?

My favourite accessory is definitely my huge sunglasses.

What is your view on the local Singapore fashion scene?

Singapore has always had a fashion scene.

Strong designers like Thomas Wee, Francis Cheong, David Wang and Bobby Chng have set the tone for our fashion landscape since the 1980s. The development of Orchard Road

Website: icetan.com Instagram: @icetandesign Facebook: /icetan.design

“I like things that are real and not exaggerated. I like simple with strong qualities.

I have a passion for all things creative.”

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AN Institution of Print

By Richard Horstman

Images courtesy of STPI

During Singapore Art Week earlier this year, I had the pleasure of visiting the Singapore Tyler Print Institute (STPI). Located in the Arts and Heritage district of Singapore, the STPI is a state-of-the-art printmaking workshop, paper mill and contemporary art gallery, located in a restored 1921 warehouse, perched riverside in the dining enclave of Robertson Quay.

Passing through doors labelled Staff Only, I was escorted along a corridor into an elevator. My stomach dropped as the elevator suddenly began its descent and a sense of mystery overcame me as I plunged into the inner sanctums of the STPI. The next 30 minutes were some of the most memorable of that five-day sojourn to Singapore.

Bubbling with an cipa on, I marched into the massive STPI print workshop and my sensory percep on kicked into overdrive as I entered another world. This is a world foreign to the in macy of the gallery, where mechanical, technical and crea ve precision reigns supreme. At a glance, the workshop was clinical, yet the semi industrial landscape conjured up thoughts of infinite, crea ve possibili es. I was already familiar with the ambience within an ar st’s studio, so while my curiosity and excitement levels were high, inside the workshop I was within a realm completely alien to me.

“The STPI is a non-profit ins tu on that has evolved into a cu ng-edge experimental art retreat commi ed to the pursuit of technical and innova ve printmaking excellence,” says Emi Eu, who first joined STPI in 2001 and has been at the helm as Director since 2009.

Lecturer of Art History and Apprecia on at the Singapore Management University and a member of the Joint Commi ee for Art Basel, the world’s leading art fair, Eu and the STPI board of directors are some of the most respected art and cultural administra ve figures in Singapore. Collec vely their efforts have been responsible for STPI’s global journey of development while establishing it as a revolu onary force in the Asian region.

STPI’s exposure to the global audience via its par cipa on in strategically selected interna onal art fairs connects it with ar sts, curators, collectors and museum directors from Europe, Asia, Singapore and South East Asia. While both the gallery and the workshop have gained interna onal stature here, the conven ons of print media are being reimagined and aligned with the future.

“I first visited STPI in 2002 and was really excited and dreamed that one day I would be invited to work there,” says Indonesian interna onal ar st Entang Wiharso. “Just being there sparked an explosion of crea ve ideas.”

“The Visi ng Ar st Program (VAP) lies at the heart of STPI’s programmes and consists of

an ar st residency, which is usually carried out in two phases and culmina ng in an exhibi on,” says Eu.“As he is one of S.E Asia’s foremost ar sts, it was an obvious choice to invite Entang to our ar st in residency programme.” Wiharso lives and works in Rhode Island ,USA and Yogyakarta, Central Java, and his residency involved three sessions, totalling collec vely two months.

The results are to be showcased in ‘Never Say No’ from 21 April - 30 May in the STPI gallery.

While Wiharso is known for poli cal, socioeconomic, cultural and emo onally-laced themes, ‘Never Say No’ is an explora on into a new and dynamic environment that features 25 mixed media works in yarn, silkscreen on mirror and plexiglass, lithography, laser cut metal, caste paper, digital print and pencil. “During the course of the programme, ar sts are invited to give public talks, providing them an interac ve pla orm to share their experiences and pass on some exper se and inspira on,” Eu says.

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Entang Wiharso working at STPI

involved in a very different technical process that brought me back to my roots in drawing and painting,” Wiharso says.

“The STPI’s history, its lineage of excellent international residency artists, the state-ofthe-art printing workshop, along with the professional team, was at times intimidating for me. I felt pressure, and I wanted to create something significant and meaningful,” says Wiharso, adding, “I like to get out of my comfort zone as an artist, to have different experiences and to challenge myself.”

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audience,” Eu says. “We seek to engage while broadening our visitors understanding and experience of contemporary art practice by hosting guest workshops, guided tours, print and paper making workshops, artists talks, annual open house and school programmes.”

“I loved the excitement of working at STPI. I was experimenting with a new found and playful freedom, in a new and dynamic venue and with an equally exciting new team.

I enjoyed feeling that I had no limits and I was driven to create new meanings to my works,” Wiharso recalls. “My energy level was so high that I was sleeping only a few hours a night then waking early each morning and rushing into the workshop to continue my work.”

Entang Wiharso – “Never Say No” 21 April – 30 May 2015 STPI open to the public Monday – Friday: 10am – 6pm Saturdays: 9am –6pm, Complimentary guided tours at 2.30pm Closed on Sundays and Public Holidays Admission is free.

DIRECTORY

On the following pages you will find lists of places, people and things that we think are important. It’s not the telephone directory nor the yellow pages but we think we’ve covered a lot of useful numbers-including some interesting local brands and some of the city’s best restaurants & bars. www.nowsingapore.co.id APRIL - MAY 2015 105

EMERGENCIES Airport Informa on +65 6595 6868 Ambulance and Fire 995 Police 999 (for emergency only) Police Hotline 1800 225 0000 Traffic Police +6547 0000 ATTRACTIONS & AMUSEMENT PARKs Army Museum Of Singapore 520 Upper Jurong Road Singapore 638367 Ph. +65 6668 0338 E: armymuseum@sdc.com.sg mindef.gov.sg ArtScience Museum 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956 Ph. +65 6688 8888 marinabaysands.com/museum.html Asian Civilisa ons Museum 1 Empress Place, Singapore 059199 Ph. +65 6332 7798 acm.org.sg Esplanade 1 Esplanade Drive, Singapore 038981 Ph. +65 6828 8377 esplanade.com Faber Peak Singapore 109 Mount Faber Road, Faber Peak, Singapore 099203 Ph. +65 6270 8855 faberpeaksingapore.com Fuk Tak Chi Museum 76 Telok Ayer Street, Far East Square Singapore 048464 Ph. +65 6532 7868 Gardens by The Bay 18 Marina Gardens Drive, Singapore 018953 Ph. +65 6420 6848 gardensbythebay.com.sg Haw Par Villa 262 Pasir Panjang Road Singapore 118628 Ph. +65 6872 2780 Ifly 43 Siloso Beach Walk #01-01 Singapore 099010 Ph. +65 6571 0000 iflysingapore.com Images of Singapore LIVE 40 Imbiah Road, Singapore 099700 Ph. +65 6736 8672 sentosa.com.sg

Kong Hiap Memorial Museum 17-19 Kim Yam Road Singapore 239329 Ph. +65 6737 2630 E: sbl@sbl.org.sg sbl.org.sg Land Transport Gallery No 1 Hampshire Road Block 1 Level 1, Singapore 219428 Ph. +65 6396 2550 E: ltgallery@lta.gov.sg lta.gov.sg Marina Barrage 8 Marina Gardens Drive Singapore 018951 Ph. +65 6514 5959 Memories At Old Ford Factory 351 Upper Bukit Timah Road Singapore 588192 Ph. +65 6462 6724 moff.nas.sg Mint Museum Of Toys 26 Seah Street Singapore 188382 Ph. +65 6339 0660 emint.com Na onal Museum of Singapore 93 Stamford Road, Singapore 178897 Ph. +65 6332 3659; +65 6332 5642 na onalmuseum.sg Peranakan Museum 39 Armenian Street Singapore 179941 Ph. +65 6332 7591 peranakanmuseum.sg Red Dot Design Museum 28 Maxwell Road Red Dot Traffic, Singapore Ph. +65 6327 8027 museum.red-dot.sg Reflec ons at Bukit Chandu’s 31-K Pepys Road Singapore 118458 Ph. +65 6375 2510 nhb.gov.sg Resorts World™ Sentosa 39 Ar llery Avenue, Sentosa Singapore 099958 Ph. +65 6577 8888 rwsentosa.com Singapore Art Museum 71 Brass Basah Road, Singapore 189555 Ph. +65 6332 3222 singaporeartmuseum.sg Singapore Botanic Gardens 1 Cluny Road, Singapore 259569 Ph. +65 6471 7138 / 65 6471 7361 sbg.org.sg

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Singapore Cable Car 109 Mount Faber Road Faber Peak, Singapore 099203 Ph. +65 6270 8855 faberpeaksingapore.com Singapore Coins And Notes Museum 40 Pagoda St, Level 1 Singapore 059199 Ph. +65 6222 2486 singaporecoinsandnotesmuseum.com Singapore Flyer 30 Raffles Avenue, Singapore 039803 singaporeflyer.com Singapore Philatelic Museum 23-B Coleman Street Singapore 179807 Ph. +65 6337 3888 spm.org.sg Singapore Zoo 80 Mandai Lake Road Singapore Ph. +65 6269 3411 zoo.com.sg Tan Swie Hian Museum 460 Sims Avenue, Singapore Ph. +65 6744 0716 tanswiehian.com The Changi Museum 1000 Upper Changi Road North Singapore 507707 Ph. +65 6214 2451 changimuseum.com.sg Trick Eye Museum Resorts World Sentosa 26 Sentosa Gateway #01-43/44 Singapore 098138 trickeye.com/singapore

YOG Gallery @Singapore Sports Museum 1 Kay Siang Road #01-02 Singapore 248922 Ph. +65 6471 4430 sportsmuseum.com.sg BARS, CLUBS AND PUBS 1-Al tude 61/62/Roo op One Raffles Place Singapore 048616 Ph. +65 6438 0410 E: reserva ons@1-al tude.com 1-al tude.com 28 Hong Kong Street 28 Hong Kong Street, Singapore 059667 Ph. +65 6533 2001 E: findus@28hks.com www.28hks.com 83 on Club Street 83 Club Street, Singapore 069451 Ph. +65 6690 7563 E: info@deliciae.sg 83clubstreet.com Ah Sam Cold Drink Stall 60 A Boat Quay, Singapore 049848 Ph. +65 6535 0838 E: ahsamcolddrinkstall@gmail.com www.facebook.com/AhSamColdDrinkStall A ca 3A River Valley Rd, #01- 03 Clarke Quay, Singapore 179020 Ph. +65 6333 9973 www.a ca.com.sg Bang Bang Pan Pacific Singapore 7 Raffles Boulevard Ph. +65 8127 2808 bangbang.sg

Ul mate Drive 1 Bay Front Avenue Singapore 018971 Ph. +65 6688 7997 ul matedrive.com

Bar Stories 55-57A Haji Lane, Singapore 189248 Ph. +65 6298 0838 www.barstories.com.sg

Underwater World Singapore 80 Siloso Road, Sentosa, Singapore 098969 Ph. +65 6275 0030 underwaterworld.com.sg

Bar ni 46 Club Street, Singapore 069423 Ph. +65 6221 1025 E: info@bar ni.com.sg facebook.com/bar ni.sg

Universal Studios Singapore™ Resorts World™ Sentosa Singapore 8 Sentosa Gateway Singapore 098269 E: enquiries@rwsentosa.com rwsentosa.com

Bi ers & Love 36 North Canal Road Singapore 059292 Ph. +65 6438 1836 www.bi ersandlove.com

Wave House 36 Siloso Beach Walk, Sentosa Ph. +65 6377 3113; 6238 1196 wavehousesentosa.com

Blu jaz Café 11 Bali Lane, Historic Kampong Glam Singapore 189848 Ph. +65 9199 0610 blujazcafe.net

Wings of Time Siloso Beach, Sentosa Express Beach Sta on, Singapore 099538 Ph. +65 6736 8672 E: guest_services@sentosa.com.sg wingso ime.com.sg

Canvas #B1-01/06 The Riverwalk, 20 Upper Circular Rd Ph. +65 6538 2928 E: info@canvasvenue.sg canvasvenue.sg

Club Kyo 133 Cecil Street, Keck Seng Tower #B1-02, singapore 069535 Ph. +65 8299 8735 clubkyo.com

Molly Malone’s 56 Circular Rd, Singapore 049411 Ph. +65 6536 2029 molly-malone.com

Crazy Elephant 3E River Valley Road #01-03/04 Clarke Quay, Singapore 179024 Ph. +65 6337 7859 E: info@crazyelephant.com crazyelephant.com

Nutmeg & Clove 17 Ann Siang Road Singapore 069697 Ph. +65 6423 9885 facebook.com/nutmegandclove

Empire Level 45 Singapore Land Tower, 50 Raffles Place, Singapore 048623 Ph. +65 8349 1672 Fenix Room Block 3C, River Valley Road, Clark Quay, Singapore 179022 Ph. +65 6305 6768 Jekyll & Hyde 49 Tras Street, Singapore 078988 Ph. +65 6222 3349 www.49tras.st Jigger & Pony 101 Amoy Street, Singapore 069921 Ph. +65 62239101 www.jiggerandpony.com KPO 1 Killiney Road, Kilinery Post Office Ph. +65 6733 3648 facebook.com/KPO.sg KURO Restaurant & Bar 3C River Valley Road, Clarke Quay, The Cannery, #01-11 Singapore 179022 Ph. +65 9733 6669 E: enquiries@kuro.com.sg kuro.com.sg La Terraza Roo op Bar Screening Room, 12 Ann Siang Road Singapore 069692 Ph. +65 6221 1694 ext 3; +65 6532 3357 E: info@screeningroom.com.sg screeningroom.com.sg Loof 331 North Bridge Rd, #03-07 Odeon Towers, Extension Roo op Singapore 188720 Ph. +65 6338 8035 E: loof@loof.com.sg www.loof.com.sg Maison Ikkoku 20 Kandahar Street, Singapore 198885 Ph. +65 6294 0078 maison-ikkoku.net Manha an 2/F The Regent Singapore 1 Cuscaden Road Ph. +65 6725 3377 facebook.com/manha ansg.

Mars Bar 83 Duxton Road, Singapore 089540 Ph. +65 9651 6714. www.mixesfrommars.sg

Prince Of Wales Boat Quay 51 Boat Quay, Singapore 049840 Ph. +65 6557 2498 E: info@pow.com.sg pow.com.sg Prince Of Wales Li le India 101 Dunlop Steet, Singapore 209420 Ph. +65 6299 0130 E: info@pow.com.sg pow.com.sg RedDot BrewHouse @ Dempsey Road 25A Dempsey Road, #01-01 Singapore 247691 Ph. +65 6475 0500 reddotbrewhouse.com.sg RedDot BrewHouse @ Boat Quay 33/34 Boat Quay Singapore 049823 Ph. +65 6535 4500 reddotbrewhouse.com.sg Tanjong Beach Club 120 Tanjong Beach Walk Sentosa, Singapore 098942 Ph. +65 9750 5323 tanjongbeachclub.com The Bumbo Rum Club 83 Club Street T: +65 6690 7563 bumborumclub.com The Cufflink Club 6 Jiak Chuan Road, Singapore 089262 E: info@thecufflinkclub.com thecufflinkclub.com Timbre @ Gillman 9A Lock Road, Gillman Barracks Singapore 108926 Ph. +65 6694 4201 mbre.com.sg Timbre @ The Arts House 1 Old Parliament Lane #01-04 Singapore 179429 Ph. +65 6336 3386 mbre.com.sg Timbre @ The Substa on 45 Armenian Street Singapore 179936 Ph. +65 6338 8030 mbre.com.sg Verre Wine Bar 8 Rodyk Street, Singapore 238216 Ph. +65 6509 1917 verre.com.sg

Zouk Singapore 17 Jiak Kim Street, Singapore 169420 Ph. +65 6738 2988 zoukclub.com CAFES 31 Bar & Kitchen 31 Keong Saik Road, Singapore 089138 Ph. +65 6224 9141 40 Hands 78 Yong Siak St., #01-12 Tiong Bahru Ph. +65 6225 8545 E: info@40handscoffee.com 40handscoffee.com Ar choke Café + Bar Sclupture Square, 161 Middle Road Ph. +65 6336 6949 ar choke.com.sg Caffe Pralet 17 Eng Hoon Street #01-04 Singapore 169767 Ph. +65 6223 5595 E: caffepralet@crea veculinaire.com crea veculinaire.com Coastes Singapore 50 Siloso Beach Walk, Singapore 099000 Ph. +65 6274 9668 coastes.com Common Man Coffee Raosters 22 Mar n Road, Singapore 239058 Ph. +65 6836 4695 commonmancoffeeroasters.com Dutch Colony Coffee Company 113 Frankel Avenue, Singapore 458230 Ph. +65 6448 5852 dutchcolony.sg Jones The Grocer Block 9 #01-12 Dempsey Road Dempsey Hill, Singapore, 247697 Ph. +65 6476 1512 E: dempseyhill@jonesthegrocer.com jonesthegrocer.com Hard Rock Café 50 Cuscaden Road, #02/03-01 HPL House, Singapore 249724 Ph. +65 6235 5232 Resort World Sentosa, The Forum #01-209, Singapore 098138 Ph. +65 6795 7454 Changi Airport Terminal 3 Departure Lounge Ph. +65 6241 6267 HARDROCK.COM High Society Marina Bay Sands Café & Restaurant The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, #B2-47/48 Ph. +65 6688 7522 E: events@highsociety.com.sg highsociety.com.sg Penny University 402 East Coast Road, Singapore 428997 Ph. +65 6765 4531

Ronin 17 Hongkong Street Singapore 059660 Rouse 36 Dunlop Street, Singapore 209364 Ph.+65 6292 2642 Tiong Bahru Bakery 56 Eng Hoon Street, Singapore 160056 Ph. +65 6220 3430 The Library 47 Keong Saik Road Ph. +65 6221 8338 the-study.sg The Scoop 19 Ann Siang Road, Singapore 069699 Ph. +65 6423 1213 CINEMAS Golden Village gv.com.sg Golden Village Katong 112 East Coast Road #04-09 Singapore 428802 Golden Village Bishan 9 Bishan Place, #04-03 Junc on 8 Singapore 579837 Golden Village VivoCity Levels 2 & 3, VivoCity Harbour Front Precinct Golden Village Tampines 4 Tampines Central 5, #04-17/18 Tampines Mall, Singapore 529510 Golden Village Grand 1 Kim Seng Promenade, #03-39/40, Great World City, Singapore 237994 Golden Village Jurong Point 1 Jurong West Central, #03-25B/26 Jurong Point, Singapore 649846 Golden Village Plaza 68 Orchard Road #07-01/15 Plaza Singapura Singapore 238839 Golden Village Yishun 51 Yishun Central 1 Singapore 768794 Golden Village Marina 5A Raffles Ave, #03-01 Marina Leisureplex, Singapore 039801 Golden Village Tiong Bahru 302 Tiong Bahru Road #04-03/04 Tiong Bahru Plaza Singapore 168732 Shaw Theatres shaw.sg Shaw Theatres Lido 350, Orchard Road, 5th/6th Floor, Shaw House, Singapore 238868

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Shaw Theatres Choa Chu Kang Lot 1 Shoppers’ Mall, Choa Chu Kang Ave 4, 5th/6th Floor Singapore 689812 Shaw Theatres NEX 23, Serangoon Central, #04-64, Nex, Singapore 556083 Shaw Theatres Bales er 360, Bales er Road, Shaw Plaza, #04-04, Singapore 329783 Shaw Theatres Bugis 200, Victoria Street, #04-02, Bugis Junc on, Singapore 188021 Shaw Theatres Century 2, Tampines Central 5, #05-00, Century Square, Singapore 529509 Cathay Cineplex cathaycineplexes.com.sg Cathay Cineplexes The Cathay Cineplex Levels 5 & 6, The Cathay, 2 Handy Road Singapore 229233 The Cathay Cineleisure Orchard Levels 4, 5, 6 & 9 Cathay Cineleisure Orchard, 8 Grange Road Singapore 239695 The Cathay Causeway Point 1 Woodlands Square, Level 7 Singapore 738099 The Cathay AMK Hub 53 Ang Mo Kio Ave 3 AMK Hub Level 4 Singapore 569933 The Cathay Cineplex Downtown East 1 Pasir Ris Close, Level 4, E!hub Singapore 519599 FILMGARDE fgcineplex.com.sg FILMGARDE - Iluma, Bugis Level 5 Iluma, Bugis 201 Victoria Street Singapore 188067 Ph. +65 6835 9087 FILMGARDE - Leisure Park Kallang Level 3, Leisure Park Kallang 5 Stadium Walk Singapore 397693 Ph. +65 6344 5997 JADE Theatre Level 2 Shaw Towers 100 Beach Road, Singapore 189702 Ph. +65 6293 5717 EDUCATION Village Camps UWCSEA East Campus, 1 Tampines Street 73 Ph. +65 8168 9057 www.uwcsea.edu.sg

3D Class Works 20 Science Park Road #03-35A Tele Tech Park Singapore Science Park 2 Singapore 117674 Ph. +65 6776 1336 E: info@email.3dclassworks.com 3dclassworks.com Art Lo 116 Middle Road #03-01 ICB Enterprice House Singapore 188972 Ph. +65 6443 6221 E: enquiries@artlo .com.sg artlo .com.sg Camp Challenge Pte Ltd 8 Admiralty Road East Singapore 759991 Ph. +65 6257 4427 E: enquiries@camp-challenge.com camp-challenge.com Centre for Robo cs Learning Nullspace 272 Upper Bukit Timah Road, #03-14, Singapore 588212 Ph. +65 9099 4914 E: c4rl@nullspace.com.sg c4rl.nullspace.com.sg City College Private Limited 2 Bukit Merah Central, #20-00 Singapore 159835 Ph. +65 6511 6833 E: info@citycollege.edu.sg citycollege.edu.sg Cookery Magic 117 Fidelio Street, Singapore 458492 Ph. +65 9665 6831 E: info@cookerymagic.com cookerymagic.com EMC Workshops Blk 250 Bishan Street 22 #B1-384 Singapore 570250 Ph. +65 6451 4188 E: info@emc.sg emc.sg Escape Hunt 100 Orchard Road, Concorde Hotel & Shopping Mall, #02-43, Singapore 238840 Ph. +65 6100 0828 E: singapore@escapehunt.com singapore.escapehunt.com F1 in Schools Pte Ltd 81 Ubi Avenue 4, UB.One Unit 11-05 Singapore 408830 f1inschools.com.sg Flight Experience Singapore Flyer, 30 Raffles Ave #02-06, Singapore 039803 Ph. +65 6339 2737 E: singapore@flightexperience.com.sg flightexperience.com.sg

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Food Playground 24A Sago Street, Singapore 059020 Ph. +65 9452 3669 E: enquiries@foodplayground.com.sg foodplayground.com.sg Forest Adventure 825 Bedok Reservoir Road, Singapore 479244 Ph. +65 8100 7420; 8100 7421 forestadventure.com.sg Mastereign Learning Journeys Ubi Avenue 4 #11-05, UB. One Singapore 408830 Ph. +65 6836 6466 E: info@mastereign.com forestadventure.com.sg O School Ltd Scape 2 Orchard Link #04 - 04 Singapore 237978 Ph. +65 6509 0016 E: info@oschool.com.sg oschool.com.sg Singapore Discovery Centre 510 Upper Jurong Rd Singapore 638365 Ph. +65 6792 6188 E: info@sdc.com.sg sdc.com.sg Singapore Media Academy Pte Ltd 30 Merchant Road #04-13 Riverside Singapore 058282 Ph. +65 6435 6000 E: enquiries@eSMA.sg mediaacademy.sg Singapore Repertory Theatre 20 Merbau Road, Singapore 239035 Ph. +65 6733 8166 E: Claire@srt.com.sg srt.com.sg Science Centre Singapore 15 Science Centre Road Singapore 609081 Ph. +65 6425 2500 E: enquiry@science.edu.sg science.edu.sg The Escape Ar st Bukit Timah Shopping Centre #11-02, Singapore 588179 Ph. +65 6463 6690 E: Enquiry@TheEscapeAr st.sg theescapear st.sg The Escape Ar st 52A Prinsep Street #01-01 Singapore 188683 Ph. +65 6883 1540 E: Enquiry@TheEscapeAr st.sg theescapear st.sg GALLERIES IRAS Gallery - The Singapore Tax Story 1st storey of Revenue House 55 Newton Road Ph. +65 6351 2076 E: iras@iras.gov.sg iras.gov.sg

Na onal Library Gallery 100 Victoria Street, Singapore Ph. +65 6332 3255 nl.sg Red Sea Gallery Block 9 Dempsey Road #01-10 Dempsey Hill Singapore 247697 Ph. +65 6732 6711 redseagallery.com Singapore Art Gallery 27 Woking Road #01-01 Singapore 138705 Ph. +65 3108 0301 sagg.info/ Singapore City Gallery 45 Maxwell Road, The URA Centre, Singapore Ph. +65 6321 8321 singaporecitygallery.sg White Canvas Gallery 57 Eng Hoon Street, #01-82 Tiong Bahru, Singapore 160057 Ph. +65 6220 8723 whitecanvas-gallery.com culture & heritage Grassroots Heritage Centre 70 South Buona Vista Road Ph. +65 6474 4241 nacli.pa.gov.sg peranakan culture NUS Baba House 157 Neil Rd Singapore 088883 Ph. +65 6227 5731 E: babahouse@nus.edu.sg nus.edu.sg/museum/baba Katong An que House 208 East Coast Road Singapore 428907 Ph. +65 6345 8544 Rumah Bebe 113 East Coast Road, Singapore 428803 Ph. +65 6247 8781 culture CHINESE CULTURE Chinatown Heritage Centre 48 Pagoda Street, Singapore 059207 Ph. +65 6534 8942 E: marke ng@chinatown.org.sg chinatownheritagecentre.sg Buddha Tooth Relic Temple & Museum 288 South Bridge road Singapore 058840 Ph. +65 6220 0220 btrts.org.sg

Thekchen Choling 2 Bea y Lane, Singapore 209945 thekchencholing.org Ph. +65 6466 3720 Singapore Hong San See 31 Mohamed Sultan Road Singapore 238975 Ph. +65 6737 3683 Lian Shan Shuang Lin Temple 184E Jalan Toa Payoh, Singapore 319941 Ph. +65 6259 6924 shuanglin.sg Kwan Im Thong Hood Cho Temple 178 Waterloo St, Singapore 187964 +65 6337 3965 Ngee Ann Cultural Centre Teochew Building (2nd floor) 97 Tank Road, Singapore 238066 Ph. +65 6737 9555 www.ngeeann.com.sg/en/ngeeann-cultural-centre Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall 12 Tai Gin Road, Singapore 327874 Ph. +65 6256 7377 CHINESE CULTURE ARTS Chinese Garden Chinese Garden Road off Yuan Ching Road, Singapore 619795 Drama Box 14A – 14C Trengganu Street Singapore 058468 Ph. +65 6324 5434 dramabox.org MALAY CULTURE SHOPPING Jamal Kazura Aroma cs 728 North Bridge Road Singapore 198696 jamalkazura.com

Malay Heritage Centre 85 Sultan Gate, Singapore 198501 Ph. +65 6391 0450 WORSHIP Sultan Mosque 3 Muscat St, Singapore 198833 Jamae Mosque 218 South Bridge Rd Singapore 058767 Hajjah Fa mah Mosque 4001 Beach Road Singapore 199584 INDIAN CULTURE WORSHIP Sri Mariamman Temple 244 South Bridge Road Singapore 058793 Ph. +65 6223 4064 btrts.org.sg Sri Thandayuthapani Temple 15 Tank Road, Singapore 238065 s emple.com Sri Senpaga Vinayagar Temple 19 Ceylon Road, Singapore 429613 Ph. +65 6345 8176 senpaga.org.sg Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple 141 Serangoon Road Singapore 218042 Ph. +65 6295 4538; 6293 4634 E: info@sriveeramakaliamman.com sriveeramakaliamman.com Sri Krishnan Temple 152 Waterloo St EURASIAN CULTURE Eurasian Heritage Centre Eurasian Community House 139 Ceylon Road, Singapore 429744 Ph. +65 6447 1578 eurasians.org.sg CLINICS

The Heritage Shop 93 Jalan Sultan, #01-01, Singapore 198997 Ph. +65 6223 7982

Amaris B. Clinic 140 Arab Street, Singapore 199827 Ph. +65 65364211; +65 62961416 E: customer@www.amaris-b.com

MALAY CULTURE

Freia Medical 435 Orchard Road, Wisma Atria Office Tower, #19-03 Singapore 238877 Ph. +65 6735 8180 E: info@freia.com.sg freia.sg

ARTS Teater Ekamatra Telok Ayer Performing Arts Centre 182 Cecil Street #01-08/10/11 Singapore 069547 Ph. +65 6323 6528 ekamatra.org.sg MALAY CULTURAL CENTRE

Innate 58 Club Street, Singapore 069433 Ph. +65 6835 9538

The Counselling Place 7500A Beach Road, #04-323 The Plaza Singapore 199591 Ph. +65 6887 3695 www.thecounsellingplace.com HOTELS Amara Sanctuary Resort Sentosa 1 Larkhill Road, Sentosa Island, Singapore 099394 Ph. +65 6825 3888 E: sentosa@amarasanctuary.com amarasanctuary.com Amara Singapore 165 Tanjong Pagar Road Singapore 088539 Ph. +65 6879 2555 singapore.amarahotels.com Asco Raffles Place Singapore 2 Finlayson Green, Singapore 049247 Ph. +65 6577 1688 the-asco .com Beach Villas Resorts World Sentosa - Beach Villas 8 Sentosa Gateway, Sentosa Island Singapore 098269 Ph. + 65 6577 8888 Bayview Hotel Singapore 30 Bencoolen Street Singapore 189621 Ph. +65 6337 2882 bayviewhotels.com

Copthorne King’s Hotel Singapore 403 Havelock Road Singapore 169632 Ph. +65 6733 0011 copthornekings.com.sg Crowne Plaza Changi Airport 75 Airport Boulevard Singapore 819664 Ph. +65 6823 5300 singapore.crowneplaza.com Days Hotel Singapore at Zhongshan Park 1 Jalan Rajah, Singapore 329133 Ph. +65 6808 6868 dayshotelsingapore.com Dorse Singapore 333 New Bridge Road Singapore 088765 Ph. +65 6678 8333 dorse hotels.com/singapore Equarius Hotel Resorts World Sentosa - Equarius Hotel, 8 Sentosa Gateway, Sentosa Island, Singapore 098269 Ph. +65 6577 8888 Fairmont Singapore 80 Bras Basah Road Singapore 189560 Ph. +65 6339 7777 fairmont.com/singapore

Capella Hotel, Singapore 1 The Knolls, Sentosa Island Singapore 098297 Ph. +65 6377 8888 capellasingapore.com

Fes ve Hotel Resorts World Sentosa - Fes ve Hotel, 8 Sentosa Gateway Sentosa Island, Singapore 098269 Ph. +65 6577 8888 www.rwsentosa.com/Homepage/ HotelsAndSpa/Fes veHotel

Capri by Fraser Changi City, Singapore 3 Changi Business Park Central 1 Singapore 486037 Ph. +65 6933 9833 capribyfraser.com

Four Seasons Hotel Singapore 190 Orchard Boulevard Singapore 248646 Ph. +65 6734 1110 fourseasons.com/singapore

Carlton City Hotel Singapore 1 Gopeng Street, Singapore 078862 Ph. +65 6632 8888 carltoncity.sg

Furama City Centre Singapore 60 Eu Tong Sen Street Singapore 059804 Ph. +65 6533 3888 furama.com/citycentre

Carlton Hotel Singapore 76 Bras Basah Road Singapore 189558 Ph. +65 6338 8333 carltonhotel.sg

Furama Riverfront Singapore 405 Havelock Road Singapore 169633 Ph. +65 6333 8898 furama.com/riverfront

Concorde Hotel Singapore 100 Orchard Road Singapore 238840 Ph. +65 6733 8855 concordehotel.com.sg

Gallery Hotel 1 Nanson Road @ Robertson Quay Singapore 238909 Ph. +65 6849 8686 E: general@galleryhotel.com.sg

Conrad Centennial Singapore 2 Temasek Boulevard Singapore 038982 Ph. +65 6334 8888 conradhotels.com

Goodwood Park Hotel 22 Sco s Road Singapore 228221 Ph. +65 6737 7411 goodwoodparkhotel.com

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Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore 392 Havelock Road Singapore 169663 Ph. +65 6733 0880 grandcopthorne.com.sg Grand Hya Singapore 10 Sco s Road Singapore 228211 Ph. +65 6738 1234 singapore.grand.hya .com Grand Mercure Roxy Hotel 50 East Coast Road Roxy Square Singapore 428769 Ph. +65 6344 8000 grandmercureroxy.com.sg Grand Park City Hall 10 Coleman Street Singapore 179809 Ph. +65 6336 3456 parkhotelgroup.com Grand Park Orchard 270 Orchard Road Singapore 238857 Ph. +65 6603 8888 parkhotelgroup.com Hard Rock Hotel® Singapore Resorts World Sentosa - Hard Rock Hotel Singapore, 8 Sentosa Gateway, Sentosa Island, Singapore 098269 Ph. + 65 6577 8888 Hilton Singapore 581 Orchard Road Singapore 238883 Ph. +65 6737 2233 singapore.hilton.com Holiday Inn Express Singapore Clarke Quay 2 Magazine Road, Singapore 059573 Ph. +65 6589 8000 ihg.com Holiday Inn Express Singapore Orchard Road 20 Bideford Road, Singapore 229921 Ph. +65 6690 3199 ihg.com Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium 317 Outram Road, Singapore 169075 Ph. +65 6733 0188 holidayinn.com/atrium-sin Holiday Inn Singapore Orchard City Centre 11 Cavenagh Road, Singapore 229616 Ph. +65 6733 8333 holiday-inn.com/sin-orchard Hotel 1929 50 Keong Saik Road Singapore 089154 Ph. +65 6347 1929 hotel1929.com

Hotel Bencoolen Singapore 47 Bencoolen Street Singapore 189626 Ph. +65 6336 0822 hotelbencoolen.com Hotel Fort Canning Singapore 11 Canning Walk, Singapore 178881 Ph. +65 6559 6770 hfcsingapore.com Hotel Grand Pacific 101 Victoria Street Singapore 188018 Ph. +65 6336 0811 hotelgrandpacific.com.sg Hotel Jen Orchardgateway Singapore 277 Orchard Road Singapore 238858 Ph. +65 6708 8888 Hotel Jen Tanglin Singapore 1A Cuscaden Road Singapore 249716 Ph. +65 6738 2222 tradershotels.com Hotel Michael Resorts World Sentosa - Hotel Michael, 8 Sentosa Gateway, Sentosa Island, Singapore 098269 Ph. +65 6577 8888 www.rwsentosa.com/Homepage/ HotelsAndSpa/HotelMichael Hotel Miramar Singapore 401 Havelock Road Singapore 169631 Ph. +65 6733 0222 miramar.com.sg Hotel Novotel Singapore Clarke Quay 177A River Valley Road Singpore 179031 Ph. +65 6338 3333 novotel.com ibis Singapore Novena 6 Irrawaddy Road Singapore 329543 Ph. +65 6808 9888 ibishotel.com Ibis Singapore on Bencoolen 170 Bencoolen Street Singapore 189657 Ph. +65 6593 2888 ibishotels.com/SingaporeBencoolen InterCon nental Singapore 80 Middle Road, Singapore 188966 Ph. +65 6338 7600 intercon nental.com/singapore Klapsons, The Bou que Hotel 15 Hoe Chiang Road Singapore 089316 Ph. +65 6521 9000 klapsons.com

Link Hotel Singapore 50 Tiong Bahru Road Singapore 158794 Ph. +65 6622 8585 linkhotel.com.sg 110 APRIL - MAY 2015 www.nowsingapore.co.id

M Hotel Singapore 81 Anson Road, Singapore 079908 Ph. +65 6224 1133 m-hotel.com

Orchard Parade Hotel 1 Tanglin Road, Singapore 247905 Ph. +65 6737 1133 orchardparade.com.sg

Mandarin Orchard Singapore 333 Orchard Road Singapore 238867 Ph. +65 6737 4411 meritushotels.com

Pan Pacific Orchard 10 Claymore Road Singapore 229540 Ph. +65 6737 0811 panpacific.com/orchard

Mandarin Oriental, Singapore 5 Raffles Avenue Marina Square, Singapore 039797 Ph. +65 6338 0066 mandarinoriental.com/singapore

Pan Pacific Singapore 7 Raffles Boulevard Marina Square, Singapore 039595 Ph. +65 6336 8111 panpacific.com/singapore

Marina Bay Sands 10 Bayfront Avenue Singapore 018956 Ph. +65 6688 8866 marinabaysands.com

Park Regis Singapore 23 Merchant Road Singapore 058268 Ph. +65 6818 8888 parkregissingapore.com

Marina Mandarin Singapore 6 Raffles Boulevard, Marina Square, Singapore 039594 Ph. +65 6845 1000 meritushotels.com

Parkroyal on Beach Road 7500 Beach Road, Singapore 199591 Ph. +65 6505 5666 parkroyalhotels.com

Mövenpick Heritage Hotel Sentosa 23 Beach View, Sentosa Singapore 098679 Ph. +65 6818 3388 movenpick-sentosa.com

Parkroyal on Kitchener Road 181 Kitchener Road Singapore 208533 Ph. +65 6428 3000 parkroyalhotels.com

Naumi Hotel 41 Seah Street, Singapore 188396 Ph. +65 6403 6000 naumihotel.com

Parkroyal on Pickering 3 Upper Pickering Street Singapore 058289 Ph. +65 6809 8888 parkroyalhotels.com

Naumi Liora 55 Keong Saik Road Singapore 089158 Ph. +65 6922 9000 naumiliora.com

Peninsula.Excelsior Hotel 5 Coleman Street Singapore 179805 Ph. +65 6337 2200 ytchotels.com.sg

New Majes c Hotel 31-37 Bukit Pasoh Road Singapore 089845 Ph. +65 6511 4700 newmajes chotel.com

Raffles Hotel, Singapore 1 Beach Road Singapore 189673 Ph. +65 6337 1886 singapore-raffles.raffles.com

Nostalgia Hotel 77 Tiong Bahru Road Singapore 168727 Ph. +65 6808 1818 hotelnostalgia.com.sg

Ramada Singapore at Zhongshan Park 16 Ah Hood Road Singapore 329982 Ph. +65 6252 9500 ramadasingapore.com

Oasia Hotel Singapore 8 Sinaran Drive Singapore 307470 Ph. +65 6664 0333 oasiahotel.com

Rendezvous Grand Hotel Singapore 9 Bras Basah Road Singapore 189559 Ph. +65 6336 0220 rendezvoushotels.com/singapore

ONE°15 Marina Club 11 Cove Drive #01-01 Sentosa Cove Singapore 098497 Ph. +65 6305 6988 one15marina.com

Resorts World at Sentosa 8 Sentosa Gateway, Sentosa Island Singapore 098269 Ph. +65 6577 8888 rwsentosa.com

Orchard Hotel Singapore 442 Orchard Road Singapore 238879 Ph. +65 6734 7766 orchardhotel.com.sg

Riverview Hotel Singapore 382 Havelock Road Singapore 169629 Ph. +65 6349 4888 riverview.com.sg

Robertson Quay Hotel 15 Merbau Road Singapore 239032 Ph. +65 6735 3333 robertsonquayhotel.com.sg

The Elizabeth Hotel 24 Mount Elizabeth Singapore 228518 Ph. +65 6738 1188 theelizabeth.com.sg

Village Hotel Albert Court 180 Albert Street Singapore 189971 Ph. +65 6339 3939 stayfareast.com

Royal Plaza on Sco s 25 Sco s Road, Singapore 228220 Ph. +65 6737 7966 royalplaza.com.sg

The Quincy Hotel 22 Mount Elizabeth, Singapore 228517 Ph. +65 6738 5888

Village Hotel Bugis 390 Victoria Street Singapore 188061 Ph. +65 6297 2828 stayfareast.com

Santa Grand Hotel East Coast 171 East Coast Road Singapore 428877 Ph. +65 6298 8889 santagrandhotels.com/eastcoast.asp

The Fullerton Bay Hotel 80 Collyer Quay, Singapore 049326 Ph. +65 6333 8388 E: info@fullertonbayhotel.com fullertonbayhotel.com

Shangri-La Hotel Singapore 22 Orange Grove Road, Singapore 258350 Ph. +65 6737 3644 shangri-la.com

The Fullerton Hotel Singapore 1 Fullerton Square, Singapore 049178 Ph. +65 6733 8388 E: info@fullertonhotel.com fullertonhotel.com

Shangri-La Rasa Sentosa Resort & Spa 101 Siloso Road, Sentosa, Singapore 098970 Ph. +65 6275 0100 shangri-la.com Sheraton Towers Singapore 39 Sco s Road, Singapore 228230 Ph. +65 6737 6888 sheratonsingapore.com Siloso Beach Resort 51 Imbiah Walk, Sentosa Singapore 099538 Ph. +65 6722 3333 E: enquiry@silosobeachresort.com Singapore Marrio Hotel 320 Orchard Road Singapore 238865 Ph. +65 6735 5800 marrio .com/sindt Studio M Hotel 3 Nanson Road, Singapore 238910 Ph. +65 6808 8888 studiomhotel.com Swissotel Merchant Court, Singapore 20 Merchant Road Singapore 058281 Ph. +65 6337 2288 swissotel.com Swissotel The Stamford 2 Stamford Road Singapore 178882 Ph. +65 6338 8585 swissotel.com The Amoy 76 Telok Ayer Street Singapore 048464 Ph. +65 6580 2888 stayfareast.com.sg The Duxton Hotel 83 Duxton Road, Singapore 089540 Ph. +65 6837 0114 theduxton.sg

BOUTIQUE (Ashley Isham) BouƟque Orchard Central, #01-27 Flagship The Fullerton Hotel, #01-04 Ph. +65 6509 5408; +65 6536 4036 www.aibyashleyisham.com BYSI (Tan Yiew Kiat, Susan Horn & Queeneste Er) Far East Plaza, #01-01/01 A/02 Suntec City Mall, #02-377/378 Ph. +65 6836 7715; +65 6336 2116 www.bysi.com

Village Hotel Changi 1 Netheravon Road Singapore 508502 Ph. +65 6379 7111 stayfareast.com Village Hotel Katong 25 Marine Parade Singapore 449536 Ph. +65 6344 2200 www.stayfareast.com/en/hotels/ village-hotel-katong.aspx

CARRIE K. (Carolyn Kan) (Atelier) 136 Bukit Timah Road (Stockist) TANGS Orchards, level 2 (Stockist) Front Row, Raffles Hotel Arcade Ph. +65 6735 4036 E: contact@carriekrocks.com www.carriekrocks.com

The Gallery Hotel 1 Nanson Road @ Robertson Quay Singapore 238909 Ph. +65 6849 8686 galleryhotel.com.sg

W Singapore - Sentosa Cove 21 Ocean Way, Singapore 098374 Ph. +65 6808 7288 singaporesentosacove.com

The Quincy Hotel 22 Mount Elizabeth Singapore 228517 Ph. +65 6738 5888 quincy.com.sg

Wanderlust Hotel No. 2 Dickson Road Singapore 209494 Ph. +65 6396 3322 wanderlusthotel.com

The Regent Singapore 1 Cuscaden Road Singapore 249715 Ph. +65 6733 8888 regenthotels.com

York Hotel 21 Mount Elizabeth Singapore 228516 Ph. +65 6737 0511 yorkhotel.com.sg

CHOOYILIN (Choo Yilin) Amber Point, 1 Amber Road, #16-1 (Stockist) TANGS Orchards, level 2 Ph. +65 8571 9138 E: info@chooyilin.com www.chooyilin.com

LOCAL BRANDS & DESIGNERS

CODE DECO (Gauri Garodia) (Flagship) Code Deco at PACT Orchard Central, #02-22 codedeco.com.sg (Stockist) Nana & Bird Tiong Bahru, 59 Eng Hoon St (Stockist) TANGS Orchard Level 2 Ph. +65 9117 0430 codedeco.com.sg

The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore 7 Raffles Avenue Singapore 039799 Ph. +65 6337 8888 ritzcarlton.com/en/Proper es/ Singapore The Scarlet Hotel 33 Erskine Road Singapore 069333 Ph. +65 6511 3333 thescarlethotel.com The Singapore Resort & Spa Sentosa 2 Bukit Manis Road, Sentosa Singapore 099891 Ph. +65 6275 0331 singaporeresortsentosa.com The St. Regis Singapore 29 Tanglin Road Singapore 247911 Ph. +65 6506 6888 starwoodhotels.com/stregis The Wes n Singapore 12 Marina View, Asia Square Tower 2 Singapore 018961 Ph. +65 6922 6888 thewes nsingapore.com

AIJEK(Danelle Woo) Nana & Bird 59 Eng Hoon St #01-65 Eclec cism Paragon Shopping Centre #03-08 Ph. +65 9117 0430; +65 6235 5514 E: danellewoo@aijek.com www.aijek.com ANGELIA (Zen and Angela Tan) Orchard Central, #01-16 (Flagship) PARCO next NEXT, Millenia Walk Level 2 Ph. +65 6338 8246 E: info@angelia.com.sg www.facebook.com/ANGELIA.label AZIMUTH WATCH Co. (Alvin Lye & Christopher Long) Krasnaya, The Watch Gallery ION Orchard B3-03 Red Army Watches Millenia Walk, #01-78 Ph. +65 6509 8606; 6341 9007 www.azimuthwatch.com

CHARLES & KEITH / PEDRO (Charles & Keith Wong) The Shoppes Marina Bay Sands, Basement 2 ION Orchard, Basement 3 Ph. +65 6488 2688 ; 6590 7800 (Pedro) E: keith.wong@charleskeith.com charleskeith.com pedroshoes.com

COUPE - COUSU (Alex Yeo & Xie Shangqian) Tangs Orchard, 310 Orchard Road, Level 3 Menswear Ph. +65 9008 9923 E: enquiry@coupecousu.com www.coupecousu.com CLOTHESMITH (Leslie Tay) Triple One Somerset 111 Somerset #01-01 Ph. +65 6235 9767 E: info@clothesmith.asia www.clothessmith.asia CYC THE CUSTOM SHOP (Fong Long Fern) Raffles Hotel Arcade, #02-12 328 North Bridge Road Ph. +65 6336 3556 E: enquiry@cyccustomshop.com www.cyccustomshop.com

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Dave Fine Jewellery (Dave Soh) (Flagship) Wheelock Place 501 Orchard Road #03-17A (Stockist) TANGS Orchard 310 Orchard Road Level 2 (Stockist) Takashimaya Shopping Centre, Level 1 Ph. +65 6836 5488 E: reach@jewelsbydave.com www.jewelsbydave.com DEPRESSION (Andrew Loh & Kenny Lim) Cineleisure Orchard, #03-05A 8 Grange Road Ph. +65 9889 2179 E: Kenny@depression.com.sg; andrew@depression.com.sg www.depression.com.sg DZOJCHEN (Chelsea ScoƩ - Blackhall) CODA Co., Sco s Square, #02-03 Ph. +65 9617 7157 E: csb@dzojchen.com www.dzojchen.com EDGE OF EMBER (LyneƩe Ong) (Stockist) Nana & Bird 79 Chay Yan Street, #01-02 (Stockist) What Women Want Mandarin Gallery, #02-02 (Showroom) 115 Amoy Street, #04-00 Ph. +65 9117 0430 E: info@edgeofember.com www.edgeofember.com ED ET AL (Edwin Neo) Fi yfive, 55B Boat Quay, Level 3 Ph. +65 9227 4728 E: edwin@edetal.sg edetal.sg EDYPOI (Leroy Xavier Zhong) Swagger, 15 Ann Siang Road Ph. +65 9834 7680; 6223 5880 E: leroy@edypoi.com www.edypoi.com ELOHIM (Sabrina Goh) (Flagship) Orchard Central, #02 - 11 / 12 (Retail) TANGS Orchard, level 2 & Isetan Sco s Level 2 Ph. +65 6634 2201; 6737 5500 www.sabrinagoh.com ETHAN (Ethan Koh) Malmaison by The Hour Glass Ph. +65 6884 8484 E: info@ethan-k.com www.ethan-k.com Knightsbridge 270 Orchard Road, #01-01 Ph. +65 6884 8484 E: info@ethan-k.com www.ethan-k.com FINESPUN CLOTHIERS (Caroline Yak) 28 Ann Siang Road (Inside The Club Hotel) Ph. +65 6225 6016 E: ask@finespunclothiers.com www.finespunclothiers.com

FOUNDATION JEWELLERS (Kwan Thim FaƩ & Kwan Thim Kiong) Holiday Inn Singapore Orchard City Centre, #01-03/04/05 Ph. +65 6732 6141 www.peranakanjewellery.com.sg FREDERIC SAI (Frederic Sai) Cineleisure Orchard, #03-04B 8 Grange Road Ph. +65 6887 5408 www.fredericsai.com.sg FRONT ROW Raffles Hotel Arcade, #02-08 328 North Bridge Road Ph. +65 6224 5501 E: ann@frontrowsingapore.com frontrowsingapore.com GG<5 (Monique Seow) Raffles City Shopping Centre #03-28 313 @Somerset, #B2-12/13 Ph. +65 6338 3688; 6735 2289 www.gg5.com HANSEL (Jo Soh) (Flagship) Mandarin Gallery #02-14 Ph. +65 6836 5367; 6737 5500 E: jo.soh@ilovehansel.com www.ilovehansel.com IN GOOD COMPANY (Sven Tan & Kane Tan) (Stockist) Front Row Raffles Hotel Arcade, #02-09 (Stockist) TANGS Orchard, Level 2 Ph. +65 6475 0298 (Press/Media) E: sven.tan@ingoodcompany.asia www.ingoodcompany.asia K BY KEVIN SEAH (Kevin Seah) Fi yfive, 55B Boat Quay, Level 3 Ph. +65 8189 2150 E: clinton@kevinseah.com.sg www.kbykevinseah.tumblr.com KWANPEN (Kwan Pen) ION Orchard #03-17 Ph. +65 6238 0223; 6688 7922 www.kwanpen.com LEE HWA (Jewellery) ION Orchard, #B2-58 Suntec City, #01-317/318 Ph. +65 6509 8820; 6884 5319 E: keanseen.ng@aspial.com www.leehwajewellery.com LING WU (Goh Ling Ling) (Studio) 129 Tyrwhi Road Ph. +65 9696 3118 E: ling@lingwu.sg www.lingwu.sg MAE PANG (Pang Ai Mei) Actually …, 313 @Somerset, #04-06 Ph. +65 6223 4804 www.mae-pang.com

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TANGS Departmental Store, 310 Orchard Road Ph. +65 6222 4736 E: marilyn@marilyntanjewellery.com.sg marilyntanjewellery.com.sg MAX TAN (Max Tan) (Stockist) Egg3 33 Erskine Road, #01-10/11/12 (Stockist) Hook & Union Orchard Central, #02-24/25 Ph. +65 6536 6977 E: max@maxtan.com.sg www.max-tan.com M)PHOSIS (Colin Koh) ION Orchard, #B3-65 Ngee Ann City, #B1-52 Ph. +65 6509 1017; 6737 2190 www.mphosis.net MU (Alfie Leong) Bugis Junc on, 01-48/49 The Centrepoint Robinsons, Level 3 Ph. +65 6337 7505 www.mu-apparel.com NANKAI Takashimaya S.C Ngee Ann city, #05-27A Singapore Flyer #02-10 Ph. +65 6235 4068; 6338 8985 www.nankai.com.sg NICHOLAS (Nic Wong) nicholas MARINA SQUARE 6 raffles boulevard, Unit 02-323, Marina Square, Singapore 039594 Ph. +65 6337 3726 nicholasnic.com ONG SHUNMUGAM (Priscilla Shunmugam) Hong Leong Building B1-36 16 Raffles Quay Ph. +65 6223 4804 E: p@ongshunmugam.com www.ongshunmugam.com PAULINE.NING (Pauline Lim) (Studio Showroom) Parco Millenia Walk #P2-21 (Stockist) Robinsons Jurong East Mall (JEM) (Stockist) MU Singapore Bugis Junc on, #01-48/49 Ph. +65 6336 5380 E: info@paulinening.com.sg www.paulinening.com.sg RAOUL (Douglas & Odile Benjamin) Paragon Shopping Centre, #02-49 The Shoppes, Marina Bay Sands, #B2-17 Ph. +65 6737 0682; 6509 4296 E: douglas.benjamin@ benjamin.com www.raoul.com RECKLESS ERICKA (AŌon Chen, Louis Koh & Ruth Marbun) Orchard Central, #02-08/09 Ph. +65 6338 8246 www.recklessericka.com

SARA TASEER FINE JEWELLERY (Sara Taseer) Hilton Hotel Shopping Gallery, #02-15, 581 Orchard Road Ph. +65 6235 8860 E: salmanshoaib@sarataseer.com sarataseer.com SATURDAY (Nic Wong) (Flagship) Wheelock Place, B2-04 TANGS Orchard Level 2 Ph. +65 6887 3860; 6303 8688 www.iwearsaturday.com SOO KEE JEWELLERY (Flagship) The Shoppes Marina Bay Sands, B2-235 ION Orchard, #B2-66 Ph. +65 6509 8533 E: peterlim@sooke.com sookee.com STOLEN (Elyn Wong) Nana and Bird 79 Chay Yan Street #01-02 Hide and Seek 71 Bussorah Street Ph. +65 9117 0430; 6222 2825 www.stolenstolen.com SURRENDER Raffles Hotel Arcade, #02-31 328 North Bridge Road Ph. +65 6733 2130 surrenderous.com SWAGGER (Stan Lee) 15 Ann Siang Road Ph. +65 6223 5880 www.swaggerstore.com VANDA FINE CLOTHING (Gerald Shen & Diana Chan) (Atelier) Block 1014 Geylang East Ave 3, #02-218 Ph. +65 6842 2124 vandafineclothing.com WOMB (K.Mi Huang) (Flagship) ION Orchard, #B3-37 Raffless City Shopping Centre, #03-26 Ph. +65 6509 8128; 6338 9011 www.facebook/wombsingapore ZARDOZE Robinsons Orchard level 2 Robinsons Raffles City, level 2 Ph. +65 6532 3262 www.zardoze.com MALLS 313@somerset 313 Orchard Road, Singapore 238895 313somerset.com.sg Bugis Junc on 200 Victoria St, Singapore 188021 Ph. +65 6557 6557 bugisjunc on-mall.com.sg

Centre Point 176 Orchard Rd, Singapore 238843 fraserscentrepointmalls.com/malls/cp City Square Mall 180 Kitchener Road, Singapore 208539 citysquaremall.com.sg Delfi Orchard 402 Orchard Road, Singapore 238876 delfiorchard.com

Orchard Central 181 Orchard Road Singapore 238896 Ph. +65 6238 1051 orchardcentral.com.sg Palais Renaissance 390 Orchard Road Singapore 238871 Ph. +65 6737 6992 palais.sg

Changi Airport Singapore Airport Boulevard, Singapore Terminal 1: 819642, Terminal 2: 819643, Terminal 3: 819663 Ph. +65 6595 6868 E: enquiry@changiairport.com changiairport.com RESTAURANTS

Bamboo Bar 3A River Valley Road, #01-02 Singapore 179020 Ph. +65 6557 6268 bamboobar.com Candlenut #01-03 Dorse Residences 331 New Bridge Road Ph. +65 8121 4107 candlenut.com.sg

AMERICAN Far East Shopping Centre 545 Orchard Road Singapore 238882 Fes veWalk™ at Resorts World™ Sentosa 8 Sentosa Gateway Singapore 098269 rwsentosa.com Funan Digitalife Mall 109 North Bridge Road Singapore 179097 funan.com.sg Golden Mile Complex Golden Mile Complex 5001 Beach Road Singapore 199588 ION Orchard 2 Orchard Turn, Singapore 238801 Ph. +65 6238 8228 ionorchard.com Joo Chiat Complex 1 Joo Chiat Road Singapore 420001 Knightsbridge 270 Orchard Road Singapore 238857 Ph. +65 6593 6999 knightsbridge.com.sg Mandarin Gallery 333A Orchard Road, Singapore 238897 Ph. +65 6831 6363 mandaringallery.com.sg

Paragon 290 Orchard Road Singapore 238859 paragon.com.sg Ph. +65 6738 5535 paragonmedical.com.sg Park Mall 9 Penang Rd, Singapore 238459 Ph. +65 6908 0320 / 6908 0324 parkmall.com.sg Plaza Singapura 68 Orchard Road Singapore 238839 Ph. +65 6332 9248 plazasingapura.com.sg Raffles City Shopping Centre 252 North Bridge Road Singapore 179101 Ph. +65 6318 0238 rafflescity.com.sg Sco s Square 6 Sco s Road, Singapore 228209 Ph. +65 6235 0575 sco ssquare.com Suntec City Mall 5 Temasek Boulevard Singapore 038985 sunteccitymall.com Tanglin Shopping Centre 19 Tanglin Rd, Singapore 247909 Ph. +65 6373 0849 tanglinsc.com TANGS Orchard 310 Orchard Road, Singapore 38864 Ph. +65 6737 5500

Marina Square 6 Raffles Boulevard Singapore 039594 Ph. +65 6339 8787 marinasquare.com.sg

The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands® 2 Bayfront Avenue Singapore 018972 marinabaysands.com

Millenia Walk 9 Raffles Boulevard Singapore 039596 Ph. +65 6883 1122 milleniawalk.com

VivoCity 1 HarbourFront Walk Singapore 098585 Ph. +65 6377 6860 vivocity.com.sg

Mustafa Centre 145 Syed Alwi Road Singapore 207704 Ph. +65-6295 5855 mustafa.com.sg

Wisma Atria Wisma Atria, 435 Orchard Rd Singapore 238877 Ph. +65 6235 8177 wismaonline.com

Ngee Ann City 391 Orchard Road Singapore 238872 Ph. +65 6506 0460 ngeeanncity.com.sg

Luke’s Oyster Bar & Chop House 20 Gemmill Lane Ph. +65 6221 4468 luke.com.sg Match Restaurant & Lounge 1/F Pan Pacific Singapore 7 Raffles Blvd Ph. +65 6337 0800 panpacific.com SALTA #01-56/57 Icon Village 12 Gopeng Street Ph. +65 6225 8443 saltaparrilla.com.sg Sugarhall 102 Amoy Street Ph. +65 6222 9102 sugarhall.sg

Chopsuey Café Block 10, Dempsey Road, #01-23 Singapore 247700 Ph. +65 9224 6611 pscafe.com/chopsuey-cafe-atdempsey-hill/ Crystal Jade Palace Restaurant 391 Orchard Road, #04-19 Takashimaya, Shopping Centre Singapore 238872 Ph. +65 6735 2388 crystaljade.com Cuisine Master Hotpot 68 Boat Quay Ph. +65 6438 9979 cuisinemaster.com.sg Golden Peony 2 Temasek Blvd, Conrad Centennial Hotel Level 3, Singapore Ph. +65 6432 7482 conradhotels3.hilton.com

The Market Grill 208 Telor Ayer Street Ph. +65 6221 3323 themarketgrill.com.sg ARAB

Hai Tien Lo 7 Raffles Blvd, Singapore Ph. +65 6826 8240 panpacific.com

Café Le Caire 39 Arab street, Singapore 199736 Ph. +65 6292 0979 E: enquiry@cafelecaire.com cafelecaire.com

Hua Ting Restaurant 442 Orchard Road, Singapore, 238879 Ph. +65 6739 6666 E: hua ng.ohs@millenniumhotels.com millenniumhotels.com.sg

ARGENTINEAN

Immigrants The Singapore Gastrobar 467 Joo Chiat Road Singapore 427678 Ph. +65 8511 7322 E: info@immigrants-gastrobar.com immigrants-gastrobar.com

BOCHINCHE #02-01 22 Mar n Road T: +65 6235 4990 bochinche.com.sg ASIAN 328 Katong Laksa 51/53 East Coast Road 216/218 East Coast Road Singapore 428770 101 Thomson Road United Square, #01-K1 Singapore 307591 1 Queensway, Queensway Shopping Centre #01-60, Singapore 149053 328katonglaksa.com.sg A.T.O.S (Asian Tapas On Sco s) 25 Sco s Rd, Singapore 228220 Ph. +65 6589 7799 E. atos@royalplaza.com.sg atosasiantapas.com.sg

Imperial Treasure (Super Peking Duck) 290 Orchard Rd, #05-42 Paragon Singapore Ph. +65 6732 7838 imperialtreasure.com Imperial Treasure (Teochew Cuisine) 391 Orchard RD, #04-20A Ngee Ann City, Singapore Ph. +65 6736 2118 imperialtreasure.com Imperial Treasure ( Noodle & Conee House) 100 Tras ST, #02-10 100 AM, Singapore Ph. +65 6543 6668 imperialtreasure.com

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Imperial Treasure Shanghai Cuisine #04-22 Ngee Ann City 391 Orchard Road Ph. +65 6836 6909 imperialtreasure.com

Summer Pavilion 7 Raffles Ave Singapore Ph. +65 6434 5286 ritzcarlton.com

Wah Lok Cantonese Restaurant 76 Bras Basah Road, Level 2 Carlton Hotel, Singapore Ph. +65 6311 8188/9 carltonhotel.sg

JIANG-NAN CHUN Four Seasons Hotel, 190 Orchard Blvd Ph. +65 6831 7220 fourseasons.com

Szechuan Court 80 Bras Basah RD, LVL 3 Fairmont S’pore Singapore Ph. +65 6431 6156 szechuancourt.com.sg

Yan Ting - Fine Cantonese Cuisine The St. Regis Singapore Level 1U, 29 Tanglin Road Singapore 247911 Ph. +65 6506 6887 E: yan ng@stregis.com yan ngrestaurant.com

Li Bai Cantonese Restaurant 39 Sco s Road, Singapore 228230 Ph. +65 6839 5623 sheratonsingapore.com/li-bai LIME 3 Upper Pickering ST, Parkroyal On Pickering, Singapore Ph. +65 6809 8899 parkroyalhotels.com Morsels 35 Mayo Street Ph. +65 6396 6302 morsels.com.sg NOSH 9 Rochester Park Ph. +65 6779 4644 nosh.com.sg Old Hong Kong Legend 252 North Bridge Road #02-18 Raffles City Shopping Centre Singapore Ph. +65 6336 3038 oldhongkong.com.sg Park Palace 10 Coleman ST, Singapore Ph. +65 6432 5543 parkpalace.com.sg PIDGIN KITCHEN & BAR #01-04 7 Dempsey Road Ph. +65 6475 0080 pidgin.sg Shin Yeh 177 River Valley RD #02-19 Liang Court SC, Singapore Ph. +65 6338 7337 shinyeh.com.sg Si Chuan Dou Hua @top of UOB Plaza 80 Raffles Place, #60-01 UOB Plaza 1 Singapore Ph. +65 6535 6006 sichuandouhua.com Straits Kitchen 10 Sco s RD, Grand Hya Singapore Singapore 228211 Ph. +65 6738 1234 singapore.grand.hya restaurants.com Summer Palace 1 Cuscaden RD LVL 3 Regent Singapore Ph. +65 6725 3288 regenthotels.com

The Blue Ginger Restaurant 97 Tanjong Pagar Road Singapore 088518 Ph. +65 6222 3928 theblueginger.com The Clifford Pier The Fullerton Bay Hotel 80 Collyer Quay Ph. +65 6597 5266 fullertonbayhotel.com The Halia Ginger Garden, Singapore Botanic Garden, 1 Clunny Road Ph. +65 8444 1148 thehalia.com The Song of India 33 Sco s Road Singapore 228226 Ph. +65 6836 0055 thesongofindia.com Tian Tian Chicken Rice Maxwell Branch Stall No. 10 & 11 Maxwell Food Centre, Singapore 069184 Ph. +65 9691 4852 Joo Chiat Branch 443 Joo Chiat, Singapore 427656 Ph. +65 6345 9443 Simpang Bedok Branch 12 Jalan Pari Burong Singapore 488678 Ph. +65 6448 0120 E: enquiries@ an anchickenrice.com an anchickenrice.com Tunglok Heen 26 Sentosa Gateway, Resorts World Sentosa, Hotel Michael, Lobby Level #02-142/143, Singapore Ph. +65 6884 7888 tunglokheen.com Tunglok Signatures 11 Tanglin RD, #02-18 Orchard Parade Hotel, Singapore Ph. +65 6834 0660 tungloksignatures.com Tunglok Xihe Peking Duck 200 Turf Club RD, #01-23/26 The Grandstand, Singapore Ph. +65 6466 3363 tunglok-xihe.com Violet Oon’s Kitchen 881 Bukit Timah Road Ph. +65 6468 5430 violetoonskitchen.com

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AUSTRALIAN Broth 21 Duxton Hill, Singapore 089604 Ph. +65 6323 3353 broth.com.sg Osia Sentosa Gateway, Singapore Ph. +65 6577 6688 rwsentosa.com Salt Grill & Sky Bar 2 Orchard Turn, ION Orchard, #5501 & #56-01, Singapore 238801 Ph. +65 6592 5118 saltgrill.com BRAZILIAN Brazil Churrasco 14/16 Sixth Ave Singapore 276476 Ph. +65 6463 1923 brazilchurrasco.com

Crystal Jade La Mian Xiao Long Bao 391 Orchard Road, #04-19 Takashimaya Shopping Centre Singapore 238872 Ph. +65 6238 1661 crystaljade.com Crystal Jade Palace 391 Orchard Road, #04-19 Takashimaya Shopping Centre Singapore 238872 Ph. +65 6735 2388 crystaljade.com Crystal Jade Premium 11 Cove Drive, Sentosa Cove #01-01 One 15 Marina Club, Singapore 098497 Ph. +65 6305 6998 crystaljade.com Crystal Jade Pris ne 6 Sco s Road, #03-04 Sco s Square Singapore 228209 Ph. +65 6636 1836 crystaljade.com Din Tai Fung 290 Orchard Road, # B1-03 Paragon Singapore 238859 Ph. +65 6836 8336 dintaifung.com.sg Hai Di Lao #02-04 Clarke Quay 3D River Valley Road Ph. +65 6337 8626 haidilao.com/sg

CHINESE Cassia 1 The Knolls Capella S’pore 3/L, Singapore 098297 Ph. +65 6591 5045 chope.co/sg/restaurant/cassia Cherry Garden 5 Raffles Ave, Marina Square Singapore 039797 Ph. +65 6338 0066; 6885 3500 mandarinoriental.com/singapore/ fine-dining/cherry-garden Crystal Jade Dining In 1 Harbour Front Walk, #01-112 VivoCity, Singapore 098585 Ph. +65 6278 5626 crystaljade.com Crystal Jade Golden Palace 290 Orcard Road, #05-2 Paragon, Singapore 238859 Ph. +65 6734 6866 crystaljade.com Crystal Jade Jiang Nan 1 Harbour Front Walk, #01-52 VivoCity, Singapore 098585 Ph. +65 6221 1830 crystaljade.com Crystal Jade Kitchen 2 Lorong Mambong Ph. +65 6469 0300 crystaljade.com

Lei Garden Restaurant 30 Victoria ST, #01-24 Chijmes Singapore Ph. +65 6339 3822 leigarden.hk Majes c Restaurant New Majes c Hotel 31-37 Bukit Pasoh Road Singapore 089845 Ph. +65 6511 4718 E: restaurant@newmajes chotel.com restaurantmajes c.com Man Fu Yuan Restaurant 80 Middle Road Singapore 188966 Ph. +65 6338 7600 Min Jiang 22 Sco s Road Goodwood Park Hotel Ph. +65 6730 1704 goodwoodparkhotel.com Min Jiang At One-North 5 Rochester Park, Singapore Ph. +65 6774 0122 goodwoodparkhotel.com Peach Blossoms 6 Raffles Boulevard, Marina Square, Singapore 039594 Ph. +65 6845 1118 E: resvn.marina@meritushotels.com meritushotels.com/marina-mandarinsingapore/dining_121-en.html

Peach Garden 65 Chulia ST, #33-01 OCBC Centre, Singapore Ph. +65 6535 7833 401 Havelock RD, LVL 3 Hotel Miramar, Singapore Ph. +65 6736 3833 301 Upper Thomson Road, #01-88 Thomson Plaza, Singapore Ph. +65 6451 3233 peachgarden.com.sg Peony Jade (clarke Quay) 3A River Valley RD #02-02 Clarke Quay Singapore Ph. +65 6338 0305 peonyjade.com Shang Palace 22 Orange Grove Road Singapore Ph. +65 6213 4473 shangri-la.com Shisen Hanten 35/F, Orchard Wing Mandarin Orchard Singapore 333 Orchard Road Ph. +65 6831 6262 shisenhanten.com.sg Silkroad 165 Tanjong Pagar RD Level 2 Amara Singapore Ph. +65 6227 3848 silkroadrestaurants.com Tong Le Private Dining 60 Collyer Quay, LVL 4& 5 Oue Tower, Singapore Ph. +65 6634 3233 tong-le.com.sg

Broadcast HQ 109 Rowell Road Singapore 208031 Ph. +65 6292 4405 facebook.com/BroadcastHQ Corner House E J H Corner House Botanic Gardens 1 Clunny Road Ph. +65 6469 1000 cornerhouse.com.sg Enoteca L’Opere a 78 Boat Qua, Singapore 049866 Ph. +65 6438 2482 opere a.sg Esquina 16 Jiak Chuan Road Singapore 089267 Ph. +65 6222 1616 E: info@esquina.com.sg esquina.com.sg Fordham & Grand 43 Craig Rd Ph. +65 6221 3088 fng.com.sg FORTNIGHT 78 Horne Road Ph. +65 9004 7827 facebook.com/onefortnightonly Gordon Grill 22 Sco s Road, Singapore 228221 Ph. +65 6737 7411 goodwoodparkhotel.com GRUB 510 Ang Mo Kio Ave 1 Ph. +65 6459 5743 grub.com

Shoebox Canteen 36 North Canal Road Ph. +65 9296 4836 facebook.com/ShoeboxCanteen Skirt W Singapore Sentosa Cove 21 Ocean Way (Sentosa Cove) Ph. +65 6808 7278 wsingaporesentosacove.com Stellar at 1-Al tude 62/F One Raffles Place 1 Raffles Place Ph. +65 6438 0410 1-al tude.com

Lawry’s The Prime Rib #04-01/31 Mandarin Gallery, 333A Orchard Road Ph. +65 6836 3333 lawrys.com.sg

EUROPEAN

LeVel 33 8 Marina Blvd, #33-01, MBFC Tower 1, Singapore 018981 Ph. +65 6834 3133 www.level33.com.sg

&Made*** #01-04/05/06 Pacific Plaza 9 Sco s Road Ph. +65 6690 7566 andmade.sg 7 Adam 7 Adam Park, Singapore 289926 Ph. +65 6467 0777 7adam.com Bar & Billiard Room 1 Beach Road Singapore 189673 Ph. +65 6337 1886 raffles.com/singapore/dining/barand-billiard-room Bitro Soori 2 Teck Lim Road Ph. +65 6438 3802 bistrosoori.com

Open Door Policy 19 Yong Siak Street Ph. +65 6221 9307 odpsingapore.com Pollen Flower Dome, Gardens By The Bay 18 Marina Garden Drive #01-09 Singapore 018953 Ph. +65 6604 9988 E: info@pollen.com.sg pollen.com.sg Restaurant Ember G/F Hotel 1929 50 Keong Saik Road Ph. +65 6347 1928 hotel1929.com

Clifford 80 Collyer Quay The Fullerton Bay Hotel Singapore 049326 Ph. +65 6597 5288 fullertonbayhotel.com/dining/theclifford-pier Coco e 1/F Wanderlust, 2 Dickson Road Ph. +65 6298 1188 restaurantcoco e.com

Symmetry #01-01 9 Jalan Kubor Ph. +65 6291 9901 symmetry.com The Black Swan 19 Cecil St, Singapore 049704 Ph. +65 8181 3305 theblackswan.com.sg The Cliff 2 Bukit Mnais Road, Sentosa, Singapore 099891 Ph. +65 6371 1425 thecliff.sg The Disgruntled Chef 26B Dempsey Road Ph. +65 6476 5305 disgruntledchef.com

DB Bistro Moderne 2 Bayfront Avenue, The Shoppes at Marina Bay, Singapore 018972 Ph. +65 6688 8525 dbbistro.com/singapore Entre - Nous Creperie #01-01 27 Seat Street Ph. +65 6333 4671 entrenous.sg Fleur De Sel #01-1 64 Tras Street Ph. +65 6222 6861 fleurdesel.com.sg Gunther’s Modern French Cuisine 36 Purvis Street #01-03 Singapore 188613 Ph. +65 9010 3075 gunthers.com.sg

The White Rabbit 39C Harding Road Ph. +65 6473 9965 thewhiterabbit.com FRENCH

Wan Hao Chinese Restaurant 3/F Singhapore Marriot Hotel 320 Orchard Road Ph. +65 6831 4605 singaporemarriot.com

Brasserie Les Saveurs 29 Tanglin Road, Singapore 247911 Ph. +65 6506 6860 brasserielessaveurs.com

Balzac Bar & Brasserie 9 Brass Besah Road, #01-01 Rendezvous Gallery, Singapore 189559 Ph. +65 6336 0797 balzacbrasserie.com Bar-RoQue Grill #01-00 Amara Hotel 165 Tanjong Pagar Road Ph. +65 6444 9672 bar-roque.com.sg Bistro Du Vin 1 Sco s Road, Shaw Centre, #02-12 Singapore 228208 Ph. +65 6733 7763 facebook.com/bistroduvin Bistro Pe t Salut #01-54, 44 Jalan Merah Saga Singapore 278116 Ph. +65 6474 9788 aupe tsalut.com Brasserie Gavroche 66 Tras St. Singapore 079005 Ph. +65 6225 8266 brasseriegavroche.com

JAAN Level 70, Equinox Complex Swissôtel The Stamford, 2 Stamford Road, Singapore 178882 Ph. +65 6837 3322 E: reserva ons@equinoxcomplex.com jaan.com.sg Joël Robuchon Restaurant 8 Sentosa Gateway, Resorts world Sentosa, L1 Hotel Michael, Singapore Ph. +65 6577 6688; 6577 7888 E: dining@rwsentosa.com; Robuchon@RWSentosa.com rwsentosa.com L’Angelus 85 Club Street, Singapore 069453 Ph. +65 6225 6897 www.langelus.sg L’Atelier De Joel Robuchon Resort World Sentosa, Hotel Michael 8 Sentosa Gateway T: +65 6577 6688 joel-robuchon.com L’entrecote 36 Duxton Hill, Singapore Ph. +65 6690 7561 lEntrecote.sg

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La Can ne By Bruno Menard 8 Marina View #01-01 Asia Square Tower 1 Singapore Ph. +65 6690 7567 lacan ne.sg

BLU KOUZINA 893 Bukit Timah Road Ph. +65 6875 0872 blukouzina.com

Le Bistrot du Sommelier 53 Armenian Street Ph. +65 6333 1982 www.bistrotdusommelier.com

Banana Leaf Apolo 54 Race Course Road Ph. +65 6293 8682 www.thebananaleafapolo.com

Le Comptoir 79 Circular Road Singapore 049433 Ph. +65 6534 7645

Earl of Hindh 31 Ocean Way, 01-16 Quayside Aisle Sentosa Cove, Singapore 098375 Ph. +65 6681 6694

Les Bouchons 7 Anne Siang Road Ph. +65 6423 0737 www.lesbouchons.sg Lewin Terrace Fort Canning Park 21 Lewin Terrace Ph. +65 6333 9905 lewinterrace.com.sg Nicolas Le Restaurant 10 Teck Lim Road Ph. +65 6224 2404 restaurantnicolas.com O Ba gnolles 2 Gemmill Lane Ph. +65 6438 3913 oba gnolles.com OCF #02-02 The Arts House 1 Old Parliament Lane Ph. +65 6333 9312 ocf-singapore.com Saveur #01-04 5 Purvis St Ph. +65 6333 3121 saveur.sg Toots Brasserie The Sultan Hotel 101 Jalan Sultan #01-01 Singapore 199002 Ph. +65 6723 7117 tootsbrasserie.com Vineyard 33 Hyderabad Road #02-02 Hort Park Singapore 119578 Ph. +65 6479 7977 vineyardhortpark.com.sg GERMAN Magma German Wine Bistro + Shop Chinatown 2-4 Bukit Pasoh Road Singapore 089816 Ph. +65 6221 0634; 9222 1899 E: reserva ons@magmatc.com.sg magmatc.com

INDIAN

Gayatri Restaurant 122 Race Course Road Ph. +65 6291 1011 gayatrirestaurant.com Muthu’s Curry 54-58 Race Course Rd muthuscurry.com Mustard 32 Race Course Road, Singapore- 218552 Ph. +65 62978422 E: mustardrestaurant@yahoo.com mustardsingapore.com PIND Balluchi Bar & Grill #01-15 3B River Valley Road Ph. +65 6337 7350 pindballuchi.com.sg Rang Mahal 7 Raffles BLVD, Level3 Pan Pacific Singapore 039594 Ph. +65 6333 1788 rangmahal.com.sg SAHA Signature Indian Restaurant 9A Duxton Hill Ph. +65 6223 7321 saha.sg Samy’s Curry 25 Dempsey Road Ph. +65 6472 2080 www.samycurry.com Shahi Maharani 252 North Bridge RD, #03-21B Raffles City SC, Singapore Ph. +65 6235 8840 shahimaharani.com Tandoor #B1/F Holiday Inn Singapore Orchard City Centre 11 Cavenagh Road Ph. +65 6733 8333 tandoor.com.sg Yantra 163 Tanglin Road, #01-28/33 Tanglin Mall, Singapore Ph. +65 6836 3088 yantra.com.sg

GREEK INDONESIAN

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Ayam Penyet Ria Restaurant Lucky Plaza #01-45, #04-25, 304 Orchard Road, Singapore 238863 Ph.+65 6235 6390; 6235 7385 Far East Plaza #05-22, 14 Sco s Road Singapore 228213 Ph.+65 6733 4336 #B1-06, 1 Jurong West Central 2 Singapore 648886 Ph.+65 6794 3015 Bedok Mall 311, New Upper Changi Road #01-71/72 Singapore 467360 Ph.+65 6441 0025 ayampenyetria.com Cumi Bali Indonesian Restaurant 66 Tanjong Pagar Road Singapore 088487 Ph.+65 6220 6619; 9385 2116 cumibali.com Djanoer Koening 191 Joo Chiat Road Singapore 427462 Ph.+65 6440 0774 facebook.com/DjanoerKoening.

TrueJavaneseCuisine Garuda Padang Cuisine VivoCity #B2-28 1 Harbourfront Walk Ph.+65 6376 9595

Tambuah Mas Tanglin Shopping Centre 19 Tanglin Road #04-10/13 Singapore 247909 Ph.+65 6733 3333 Paragon, 290 Orchard Road #B1-44 Singapore 238859 Ph.+65 6733 2220 tambuahmas.com.sg The Rice Table 360 Orchard Road, #02-09/10 Interna onal Building Singapore 238869 Ph. +65 6835 3782; 6835 3783 ricetable.com.sg The Moluccas Room The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands 2 Bayfront Avenue L1-81 Singapore 018972 Ph.+65 6688 7367 E: info@themoluccasroom.com themoluccasroom.com Warung Lele 8 Shenton Way #01-16/19 AXA Tower, Singapore 068811 Ph. +65 6423 1553 E: warunglele@yahoo.com.sg warunglele.com INTERNATIONAL

Indo Chili 54 Zion Road, Singapore Ph. +65 6445 1766 E: info@indochili.com indochili.com Indo Padang 2 Handy Road, #B1-19 Singapore 229233 Ph. +65 6732 1679 Kar ka Jaya Indonesian Food 31 E Coast Road, Singapore 428752 Ph.+65 6344 0211 Kintamani Indonesian Restaurant Furama Riverfront Singapore 405 Havelock Road Singapore 169633 Ph.+65 6739 6463 Pagi Sore Far East Square Outlet 405 Havelock Road 88 / 90 Telok Ayer Street Singapore 048470 Ph. +65 6225 6002 pagi-sore.com Rumah Makan Minang 18 & 18A Kandahar St Singapore 198884 Ph.+65 6294 4805 minang.sg

10 at Claymore 10 C Claymore Road, Singapore 229540 Ph. +65 6831 6686 www.panpacific.com/en/hotelsresorts/singapore/orchard/stay/ dining/10-at-claymore A For Arbite #01-01 28 Aliwal Street Ph. +65 8321 2252 arbite.com Aquamarine Level 4 Marina Mandarin Singapore 6 Raffles Boulevard, Singapore 039594 Ph. +65 6845 1111/2 aquamarine.sg Bacchanalia Singapore 23A Coleman Street, Singapore 179806 Ph. +65 6509 1453 E: reserva ons@bacchanalia.asia bacchanalia.asia BARstop 56 Tanglin Road, Tanglin Post Office #81-02 Ph. +65 6834 1128 Bar ni Kitchen 29 Boon Tat Street, Singapore 069624 Ph. +65 6220 0629 E: info@bar ni.com.sg bar ni.com.sg Bar ni Keong Saik 21 Keong Saik Road, Singapore 089128 Ph. +65 6223 1334 E: info@bar ni.com.sg

Bed Rock 96 Somerset Road, #01-05 Pan Pacific Serviced suites Orchard, Singapore 238163 Ph. +65 6238 0054 bedrock.com.sg Bistecca Tuscan Steakhouse 25 Mohd Sultan Road, Singapore 238969 Ph. +65 6735 6739 bistecca.com.sg Burnt Ends 20 Teck Lim Road Ph. +65 6224 3933 burntends.com.sg Café Mosaic 76 Bras Basah Road, Carlton Hotel Singapore 189558 Ph. +65 6311 8195 carltonhotel.sg/cafemosaic.htm Carlton Hotel Singapore 76 Bras Basah Road, Singapore 189558 Ph. +65 6311 8195 carltonhotel.sg/dining.html Carousel 25 Sco s Road, Royal Plaza on Sco s Singapore 228220 Ph. +65 6589 7799 carouselbuffet.com.sg Charlie’s Tapas. Grill & Bar 32 Boat Quay, Singapore 049812 Ph. +65 6533 5880 E: info@charlies.com.sg charlies.com.sg CM - PB (Contemporary Mel ngPot & Bar) Block 7, Unit 01-05, Dempsey Road Singapore 249671 Ph. +65 6475 0105 cm-pb.net Cook & Brew 12 Marina View, Asia Square Tower 2 Level 33, Singapore 018961 Ph. +65 6922 6948 E: cookandbrew.singapore@wes n.com thewes nsingapore.com/en/ cookandbrew Cut 2 Bayfront Ave, #B1-71, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore 018792 Ph. +65 6688 8517 marinabaysands.com/Dining DIBS 51 Duxton Road Ph. +65 6223 3784 dibs.sg Disgruntled Chef 26B Dempsey Road, Singapore 247693 Ph. +65 6476 5305 E: bookings@disgruntledledchef.com disgruntledchef.com

East 8 10 Coleman Street #01-21/22 Grand Park Hotel City Hall Singapore 179809 Ph. +65 6338 8289 E: Eat@East-8.Com east-8.com EDGE 3/F Pan Pacific Singapore 7 Raffles Blvd Ph. +65 6826 8240 panpacific.com Equinox Restaurant 2 Stamford Road, Singapore 178882 Ph. +65 6338 8585 E: singapore-stamford@swissotel.com swissotel.com Fat Cow 1 Orchard Boulevard #01-01 Camden Medical Centre Singapore 248649 Ph. +65 6735 0308 fat-cow.com.sg Fern & Kiwi 3C River Valley Road #01-02/03 The Cannery Clarke Quay, Singapore 179024 Ph. +65 6336 2271; 6336 1213 E: info@fernandkiwi.com esquina.com.sg Flutes The Na onal Museum of Singapore 93 Stamford Road, Singapore 178897 Ph. +65 6338 8770 E: flutes@flutes.com.sg flutes.com.sg House 8D Dempsey Rd Ph. +65 6475 7787 dempseyhouse.com Iggy’s The Hilton Hotel 581 Orchard Road Level 3 Singapore 238883 Ph. +65 6732 2234 E: marcom@iggys.com.sg iggys.com.sg Indocafe The White House 35 Sco s Road Singapore 228227 Ph. +65 6733 2656 E: enquiry@thehouseofindocafe.com thehouseofindocafe.com Jones The Grocer 2 Orchard Turn, #04-14 Singapore, 238801 Ph. +65 6884 5597 E: ion@jonesthegrocer.com jonesthegrocer.com Jones The Grocer 333a Orchard Road Level 4 #21-23 Mandarin Gallery Singapore, 238897 Ph. +65 6836 6372 E: mandaringallery@jonesthegrocer.com jonesthegrocer.com

Kilo #02-01, 66 Kampong Bugis Singapore 338987 Ph. +65 6467 3987 kilokitchen.com

Morton’s Of Chicago Mandarin Oriental Singapore Fourth Storey, 5 Raffles Avenue Marina Square, Singapore Ph. +65 6339 3740 mortons.com

Kuriya Dining #01-28 Great World City 1 Kim Seng Promenade Singapore 237994 Ph. +65 6736 0888 E: dining@kuriya.com.sg kuriyadining.com.sg

Nassim Hill 56 Tanglin Road, Tanglin Post Office #01-03 Ph. +65 6835 1128 nassimhill.com.sg Nox - Dine in the dark 269 Beach Road T: +65 6287 0708 noxinthedark.com

La Nonna 26 Lorong Mambong Ph. +65 6468 1982 lanonna.sg

Ocean Restaurant By Cat Cora 8 Sentosa Gateway Sea Aquarium Resorts World Sentosa, Singapore Ph. +65 6577 6688 rwsentosa.com

La Nonna 76 Namly Place Ph. +65 6762 1587 lanonna.sg La Strada Ristorante 1 Sco s Road, #02-10 Shaw Centre Singapore 228208 Ph. +65 6737 2622 lastrada.com.sg Les Amis 1 Sco s Road, #02-16 Shaw Centre Singapore 228208 Ph. +65 6733 2225 E: lesamis@lesamis.com.sg lesamis.com.sg Lime House 2 Jiak Chuan Road Ph. +65 6222 3130 limehouse.asia

Open Door Policy 19 Yong Siak Street, Singapore 168650 Ph. +65 6221 9307 E: enquiries@odpsingapore.com odpsingapore.com Original Sin Blk 43 #01-62 Jalan Merah Saga Holland Village, Chip Bee Gardens, Singapore 278115 Ph. +65 6475 5605 E: info@originalsin.com.sg originalsin.com.sg Osteria Mozza #B1-42/46 10 Bayfront Ave Ph. +65 6688 8522 osteriamozza.com

Lolla 22 Ann Siang Road Ph. +65 6423 1228 lolla.com.sg Long Bar Steakhouse 1 Beach Road, Singapore 189673 Ph. +65 6337 1886 raffles.com The Macallan 8 Marina View Asia Square Tower 1 Level 41-01 Singapore 018960 Ph. +65 6653 2000

The Pelican 1 Fullerton Road, #01-01 one Fullerton Ph. +65 6438 0400 thepelican.com.sg Pluck 90 Club Street, Singapore, 069548 Ph. +65 6225 8286 E: hello@ohpluck.com facebook.com/plucksg

Marmalade at the Stables 55 Fairways Drive Ph. +65 6467 7748 themarmaladepantry.com.sg

Potato Head Folk 36 Keong Saik Road, Singapore 089143 Ph. +65 6327 1939 E: wordup@p headfolk.com p headfolk.com

ME@OUE 19/F OUE Bayfront, 50 Collyer Quay Ph. +65 6634 4555 me-oue.com

Praelum Wine Bistro 4 Duxton Hill, Singapore 089590 Ph. +65 6238 5287 praelum.wix.com

Mezza 9 10 Sco s Road, Grand Hya Singapore Hotel, Singapore 228211 Ph. +65 6732 1234 singapore.grand.hya restaurants.com

Privé Marina at Keppel Bay No. 2 Keppel Bay Vista, Singapore 098382 Ph. +65 6776 0777 E: info@prive.com.sg theprivegroup.com.sg/prive.html

MOOSEHEAD 110 Telok Ayer Street Ph. +65 6636 8055 facebook.com/mooseheadKitchenBar www.nowsingapore.co.id APRIL - MAY 2015 117

PS.Cafe 28B Harding Rd Ph. +65 9070 8782 pscafe.com

The Wallich Grill Bar Lounge Anson House, 72 Anson Road Ph. +65 6438 3151 thewallich.com.sg

Punjab Grill By Jiggs Kalra 2 Bayfront Ave, B1-01a The Shoppes At Marina Bay Sandds, Singapore Ph. +65 6688 7395 punjabgrill.com.sg

Tippling Club 38 Tanjong Pagar Road Singapore 088461 Ph. +65 6475 2217 pplingclub.com

Restaurant Andre 41 Bukit Pasoh Road Singapore 089855 Ph. +65 6534 8880 restaurantandre.com Restaurant Labyrinth 5 Neil Road Ph. +65 6223 4098 labyrinth.com.sg Saint Pierre 31 Ocean Way, #01-15, Singapore Ph. +65 6438 0887 saintpierre.com.sg SALT Grill & Sky Bar 2 Orchard Turn, ION Orchard #55-01 & #56-01, Singapore 238801 Ph. +65 6592 5118 saltgrill.com Senso Restaurant & Bar 21 Club Street Ph. +65 6224 3534 senso.sg

Town Restaurant 1 Fullerton Square, The Fullerton Hotel Singapore, Singapore Ph. +65 6877 8128 fullertonhotel.com Triple Three 333 Orchard Road, Singapore 238867 Ph. +65 6831 6271 meritushotels.com Waku Ghin L2-02, Atrium 2, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, Same level as Imperial Treasure restaurant Ph. +65 6688 8507 marinabaysands.com Wild Rocket 10a Upper Wilkie Rd Ph. +65 6339 9448 wildrocket.com.sg Wooloomooloo Steak House 2 Stamford ROad, Level 3 Swissotel Stamford, Singapore Ph. +65 6338 0261 wooloo-mooloo.com

Extra Virgin Pizza Asia Square, Tower 1 8 Marina View, #01-04 Singapore 018960 Ph. +65 6247 5757 E: contact@extravirginpizza.com extravirginpizza.com

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Extra Virgin Pizza United Square 101 Thomson Road #01-14 United Square Shopping Centre Singapore 307591 extravirginpizza.com

O o Locanda 32 Maxwell Road #01-03 Singapore 069115 Ph. +65 6224 0978 o olocanda.com.sg

Fra ni La Tra oria 10 Greenwood Avenue Hillcrest Park Singapore 289201 Ph. +65 64682868 E: info@fra nilatra oria.com fra nilatra oria.com Forlino 1 Fullerton Rd #02-06 One Fullerton, Singapore 049213 Ph. +65 +65 6690 7564 forlino.com Garibaldi Italian Restaurant & Bar 36 Purvis Street #01-02 Singapore 188613 Ph. +65 6837 1468 E: garibaldi@garibaldisingapore.com garibaldi.com.sg Ga opardo 34/36 Tras Street, Singapore 079026 Ph. +65 6338 5498; 9325 8843 E: reserva ons@ga opardo.com.sg ga opardo.com.sg

ITALIAN Social Haus 11 Yong Siak Street Singapore 168646 Ph. +65 6557 0286 E: enquiries@socialhaus.com.sg; SocialHaus.Singapore@gmail.com facebook.com/socialhaus.sg SKY ON 57 Sands SkyPark, Tower 1, Level 57 Ph. +65 6688 8857 marinabaysands.com The Dining Room 39 Sco s Road, Sheraton Towers, Singapore 228230 Ph. +65 6839 5621 sheratonsingapore.com/the-dining-room The Knolls 1 The Knolls Sentosa Island, Singapore Ph. +65 6591 5046 capellasingapore.com The Line 22 Orange Grove Road, Singapore Ph. +65 6213 4275 shangri-la.com The Royal Mall Restaurant 2 Finlayson Green, Asco Raffles Place, Singapore 049247 Ph. +65 6509 3589 theroyalmall.sg

Basilico 1 Cuscaden Road, Level 2 Regent Singapore, Singapore 249715 Ph. +65 6725 3232/3 regenthotels.com/EN/Singapore/ Cuisine/Basilico Buona Terra 29 sco s Road, Singapore 228224 Ph. +65 6733 0209 sco s29.com/buonaterra/contactus. html Burlamacco Ristorante 77 Amoy ST, Singapore 069896 Ph. +65 6220 1763 burlamacco.com.sg Caffe B 2 Bayfront Ave #B1-15 & #101-83 Marina Bay Sands Singapore 018792 Ph. +65 6887 3311 marinabaysands.com/Dining Da Laura 47 Neil Road, Singapore 0888272 Ph. +65 6224 8251 da-laura.com Domvs, The Italian Restaurant 39 Sco s Road, Singapore 228230 Ph. +65 6737 6888 sheratonsingapore.com

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Il Lido 27 Bukit Manis Road, Sentosa Golf Club, Singapore 099892 Ph. +65 6866 1977 www.il-lido.com il Cielo 581 Orchard Road, Singapore 238883 Ph. +65 6730 3395 In Italy Bar Ristorante 38 Craig Road, Singapore 089676 Ph. +65 6423 0918 E: reserva ons@initaly.asia initaly.asia Jamie’s Italian #01-165-167 VivoCity 1 Harbourfront Walk Ph. +65 6733 5500 jamieoliver.com La Brezza The St. Regis Singapore Level Two, 29 Tanglin Road Singapore Ph. +65 6506.6884 E: labrezza@stregis.com labrezzarestaurant.com The Light House Restaurant & Roo op Bar 1 Fullerton Square Singapore 049178 Ph. +65 6733 8388

No Restaurant & Bar 54 Club St Singapore 069431 Ph. +65 6222 0089 facebook.com/no asia

O o Ristorante 28 Maxwell RD #01-02 Red Dot Traffic BLDG Singapore Ph. +65 6227 6819 o oristorante.com.sg Pepenero 14 Stanley Street Ph. +65 6222 5808 pepenero.sg Pon ni Restaurant 392 Havelock Road Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore Ph. +65 6733 0880 milleniumhotels.com.sg Prego 80 Bras Basah Road LVL 1 Fairmonth S’pore Singapore 189560 Ph. +65 6431 6156 www.fairmont.com/singapore/ dining/prego Senso Ristorante & Bar 21 Club Street Singapore 069410 Ph. +65 6224 3534 E: reserva ons@senso.com.sg senso.sg Sopra Cucina & Bar #01-02 Pan Pacific Orchard 10 Claymore Road Ph. +65 6737 3253 sopracucina.com Tra oria Nonna Lina 61 Cantonment Road Ph. +65 6222 0930 nonnalina.sg Zafferano Ocean Financial Centre, Level 43, 10 Collyer Quay, Singapore 049315 Ph. +65 6509 1488 E: info@zafferano.sg zafferano.sg JAPANESE BINCHO #01-19 78 Moh Guan Terrace Ph. +65 6438 4567 bincho.com.sg Choubei Japanese Restaurant 1 Netheravon Road, #01-03 Changi Village Hotel, Singapore 508502 Ph. +65 6542 6881

IKYU 5 Yong Siak Street Ph. +65 9663 2003 ikyu.com.sg Ippudo SG @ Mandarin Gallery 333A Orchard Road, #04-02/03/04Mandarin Gallery Singapore 238897 Ph. +65 6235 2797 www.ippudo.com.sg Ippudo SG @ Mohamed Sultan 207 River Valley Road #01-55/56 UE Square Singapore 238275 Ph. +65 6887 5315 www.ippudo.com.sg

Keyaki 7 Raffles Boulevard, Pan Pacific Hotel Singapore #04-00 Singapore 039595 Ph. +65 6826 8240 www.panpacific.com/en/hotelsresorts/singapore/marina/stay/ dining/keyaki.html

Tamashi Robataya #02-01 12 North Canal Road Ph. +65 6222 0316 tamashii.com.sg

Kinki 70 Collyer Quay, #02-02 Customs House, Singapore 049323 Ph. +65 6533 3471 www.kinki.com.sg

Tonkotsu King #01-19 Orchid Hotel, 1 Tras Link Ph. +65 6636 0855 keisuke.sg

Ki-Sho 29 Sco s Road, Singapore 228224 Ph. +65 6733 5251 sco s29.com/ki-sho

Ippudo Ramen Express 12 Marina View, #02-01 Asia Square Tower 2, Singapore 018961 Ph. +65 6844 9952 www.ippudo.com.sg

Mariko’s 4 Jiak Chuan Road, Singapore 089261 Ph. +65 6221 8262 marikos.com.sg

Ippudo SG @ Westgate 3 Gateway Drive, #03-03 Westgate Singapore 608532 Ph. +65 6465 9308 www.ippudo.com.sg

Mikuni 3/F Fairmont Singapore 80 Bras Basah Road Ph. +65 6431 6156 fairmont.com

Japanese BBQ Yakiniku Yazawa #01-01 Robertson Walk 1 Unity Street Ph. +65 6235 2941 yazawameat.com

Satsuma Shochu Dining Bar 1 Nanson RD, #01-10/#02-10 Gallery Hotel, Singapore 238909 Ph. +65 6235 3565 satsuma.com.sg

Han 331 North Bridge Road, #01-04, Odeon Towers, Singapore 188720 Ph. +65 6336 2466 E: contact@han.com.sg han.com.sg

Shinji By Kanesaka 1 Beach Road, Raffles Hotel #02-20 Singapore 188719 Ph. +65 6338 6131 shinjibykanesaka.com

Hanayoshi 21 Duxton Road, Singapore 089487 Ph. +65 6225 5567 facebook.com/hanayoshi.sg

Shinji By Kanesaka 29 Tanglin Road, Lobby Floor The St. Regis Singapore Singapore 247911 Ph. +65 6884 8239 shinjibykanesaka.com

Hashida Sushi #02-37 Mandarin Gallery 333A Orchard Road, Singapore Ph. +65 6733 2114 hashida.com.sg

Shunjuu Izakaya 30 Robertson Quay, #01-15 Riverside View, Singapore 238251 Ph. +65 6887 3577 shunjuu.com

Hide Yamamoto 10 Bayfront Avenue Marina Bay Sands Casino #02-25 Singapore 018956 Ph. +65 6688 7098 www.hideyamamotosg.com

Sushi Ichi 6 Sco s Road, #02-02 Sco s Square Singapore 228238 Ph. +65 6299 0014 sushichi.com

Ito-Kacho #04-08 333A Orchard Road Ph. +65 6836 0111 itokacho.com.sg Izy 27 Club Street Ph. +65 6220 3327 izy.com.sg

Sushi Kuu 390 Orchard RD, #01-07 Palais Renaissance, Singapore 238871 Ph. +65 6736 0100 facebook.com/sushikuusg Takumen 66 Circular Road #01-01 Singapore 049420 T: +65 6536 4875 sg.takumen.com

Teppei Japanese Restaurant #01-18 Orchid Hotel, 1 Tras Link T: +65 9229 4941

Tsukiji Sushi Dai #04-600 Marina Mandarin Singapore, 6 Raffles Blvd Ph. +65 6820 0637 meritushotel.com MEXICAN El Rocho’s 36 Circular Road Ph. +65 6438 7879 facebook.com/elrochosmexican Lucha Loco 15 Duxton Hill Ph. +65 6226 3938 luchaloco.com Piedra Negra 241 Beach Roa cor 3 Haji Lane Ph. +65 6291 1297 piedra-negra.com SEAFOOD Long Beach 1018 East Coast Parkway Ph. +65 6445 8833 longbeachseafood.com.sg Long Beach Dempsey 25 Dempsey road Singapore 249670 Ph. +65 6323 2222 longbeachseafood.com.sg Long Beach KING Next to Kallang Park KFC/ McDonald’s (along Mountba en Road/ Old Airport Junc on) Opposite Mountba en MRT Ph. +65 6344 7722 longbeachseafood.com.sg Long Beach IMM Level 3, Next to Roo op Garden, IMM Building, Jurong East St 21 Singapore 609601 Ph. +65 6566 9933 longbeachseafood.com.sg Long Beach UDMC #01-04 East Coast Seafood Centre Singapore 449811 Ph. +65 6448 3636 longbeachseafood.com.sg

No Signboard Seafood Vivo City, 1 Harbourfront Walk #0302, Singapore 098585 Ph. +65 6376 9959 East Coast Seafood Centre, Blk 1202 East Coast Parkway #01-02 Singapore 449881 Ph. +65 6448 9959 nosignboardseafood.com No Signboard Seafood Esplanade, 8 Raffles Avenue, #0114/16, Singapore 039802 Ph. +65 6336 9959 Geylang, No. 414 Geylang Singapore 389392 Ph. +65 6842 3415 nosignboardseafood.com Greenwood Fish Market & Bistro No. 34 & 38 Greenwood Ave Singapore 289236 Ph. +65 6467 4950 E: greenwoodbistro@yahoo.com.sg fishshop.com.sg Jing One Fullerton, #01-02/03 1 Fullerton Road, Singapore 049213 Ph. +65 6224 0088 ; 6224 0033 E: reserva on@jing.sg jing.sg Majes c Bay Seafood Restaurant 18 Marina Gardens DR #01-10 Gardens By The Bay Singapore 018953 Ph. +65 6604 6604 E: reserva ons@majes cbay.sg majes cbay.sg Paradise Dynasty at ION Orchard 2 Orchard Turn, #04-12A ION Orchard, Singapore 238801 Ph. +65 6509 9117 paradisegroup.com.sg Paradise Dynasty at Lot One 21 Choa Chu Kang Avenue 4, Lot One Shoppers’ Mall #03-02B, Singapore 689812 Ph. +65 6766 2380 paradisegroup.com.sg Paradise Dynasty at Causeway Point 1 Woodlands Square, Causeway Point, #05-16/17/18, Singapore 738099 Ph. +65 6894 6322 paradisegroup.com.sg Paradise Dynasty at Westgate 3 Gateway Drive,#02-13/14, Westgate, Singapore 608532 Ph. +65 6465 9271 paradisegroup.com.sg Paradise Dynasty at VivoCity 1 Harbourfront Walk, #03-08A, Singapore 098585 Ph. +65 6376 8103 paradisegroup.com.sg

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Paradise Dynasty at Changi Airport T3, 65 Airport Boulevard, #03-32 Terminal 3, Singapore 819663 Ph. +65 6242 4372 paradisegroup.com.sg The Seafood Interna onal Market & Restaurant 902 East Coast Parkway, Block A #01-01 Big Splash, Singapore Ph. +65 6345 1211/2 lobster.com.sg Seafood Paradise, Singapore Flyer 30 Raffles Avenue, #01-01 Singapore Flyer, Singapore Ph. +65 6336 5101 paradisegroup.com.sg

Mai Thai Blk 44 Jalan Merah Saga #01-58 Chip Bee Gardens Singapore 278116 Ph. +65 6474 3108 E: info@maithai.com.sg maithai.com.sg Jim Thompson: A Thai Restaurant 45 Minden RD, Dempsey Hill Singapore Ph. +65 6475 6088 jimthompson.com Patara Fine Thai Cuisine 163 Tanglin RD, #03-14 Tanglin Mall Singapore Ph. +65 6737 0818 patara.com.sg

SPANISH Binomio 20 Craig Road, Craig Place #01-02 Singapore 089692 Ph. 6557 0547 www.binomio.sg Catalunya 82 Collyer Quay, The Fullerton Pavilion, Singapore 049327 Ph. +65 6534 0886 catalunya.sg/explore MY Li le Spanish Place 619 Bukit Timah Road Ph. +65 6463 2810 myli lespanishplace.com.sg Ola Cocina Del Mar #01-06 Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 3, 12 Marina Blvd Ph. +65 6604 7050 olarestaurant.sg Sabio 5 Duxton Hill, Singapore 089591 Ph. +65 6690 7562 E: info@sabio.sg sabio.sg Sabio By The Sea 31 Ocean Way, #01-02 Quayside isle Singapore 098375 Ph. +65 6690 7568 sabio.sg/bythesea Salt Tapas & Bar #01-22A Raffles City Shopping Centre, 252 North Bridge Road Ph. +65 6837 0995 sal apas.com

Rochor Thai 340 Joo Chiat Road Ph. +65 6440 3270 rochorthai.sg Sabai Fine Thai On The Bay 70 Collyer Quay #01-02 Customs House Singapore 049323 Ph. +65 6535 3718/9 sabaifinethai.com.sg Tamarind Hill 30 Labrador Villa Road Ph. +65 6278 6364 www.tamarindrestaurants.com Thanying Restaurant 165 Tanjong Pagar Road, Level 2 Amara Singapore Singapore Ph. +65 6222 4688 amarahotels.com TURKISH Alaturka Interna onal Turkish & Mediterranean Restaurant 16 Bussorah Street Singapore 199437 Ph. +65 6294 0304 alaturka.com.sg VEGETARIAN Lingzhi Vegetarian Liat Towers #05-01, 541 Orchard Road, Singapore 238881 Ph. +65 6734 3788 lingzhivegetarian.com

UNA Tapas, 1 Rochester Park Ph. +65 6773 0070 una.sg

Loving Hut 229 Joo Chiat Road #01-01 Singapore 427489 Ph. +65 6348 6318 www.lovinghut.com.sg

THAI

SHOPS & BOUTIQUES

Folks Collec ve #01-25 China Square Central Ph. +65 6536 6739 folkscollec ve.com

Ana Bou que 86 Club Street, Singapore, Singapore 069454 Ph. +65 6221 2897 anabou ques.com

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IN our next issue: JUNE/JULY 2015 THE FUN ISSUE !

Family Fun in Singapore: we check out the wide range of ac vi es on offer.

Plus: The Great Singapore Sale, we hunt for bargains as the city enjoys its annual shopping extravaganza.