NOW! Singapore April - May 2016 by NOW! Singapore

NOW! SINGAPORE ISSN 2407-1331

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34 NOW & THEN

ATTRACTIONS

PHOTO ESSAY

4 Soap Box

Editor’s message.

7 News and Upcoming Events Our guide to the latest happenings, upcoming concerts, plays and festivals.

12 Harlem Shake at Manhattan

We taste this iconic bar’s latest cocktail creations.

13 Stone Cold Soba

We talk to the General Manager of the Conrad Centennial Singapore.

34 Heritage Garden

We celebrate the beauty of the Singapore Botanic Gardens.

24 My Singapore Weekend

44 Monkie Business

Radio host and entrepreneur Jamie Yeo takes us around town on her ideal weekend.

Popular blogger Kelvin Ang recommends the best places in town for family fun.

28 On Track

48 On the Road: Keong Saik

We experience the timeless elegance and style of the Eastern and Oriental Express.

Michelle Yee looks at how this dynamic street has transformed itself into a dining hub.

We visit Hokkaido Izakaya on Tanjong Pagar Road.

image courtesy of Belmond

22 Words with Mark Meaney

14 Talk of the Town

We look at some of the latest crazes to hit the island state.

18 Salty-Sweet Goodness

We feast on the snack sensation that is the salted egg croissant.

20 Bringing the Mountain to the City

Alex Dare tries out the slopes at Urban Ski Singapore.

21 Plain Sailing

We hit the beach on a private catamaran, just minutes from the CBD.

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98 DINING

54 State of Evolution at Meta

Marissa Trew reviews one of Keong Saik Road’s newest dining sensations.

56 Good as Gold

We try out another new addition to the dining stretch of Keong Saik Road.

58 On the Grill

Casual dining in Katong at The Chop House.

60 Haute Cuisine on Marina Bay

We experience the multi-cuisine kitchen at ME@OUE.

62 My Favourite Five: Vegetarian Restaurants

Felicia Chia shares her top picks for a healthy meal.

66 Late Night Dessert and Edible Art

Marissa Trew talks to Singapore’s dynamic pastry chef, Janice Wong.

Priyanka Agarwal checks out some of the island’s best local ice cream parlours.

72 A Good Brew

We talk to Lim Tian Wee, the man behind Gryphon Tea Company.

74 Cocktails in the Kitchen

After the success of Singapore Cocktail Week, we provide recipes to some iconic Singapore cocktails.

78 Drinking Better for the Planet

LeRoy Chan explores healthier and more sustainable ways to consume wine.

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Stephen Mostad follows the rise of this often misunderstood thirst quencher.

ENTERTAINMENT

DIRECTORY 105 Directory

Essential information for the Singapore visitor.

82 Off the Grid

Mandy Lynn shares some local nightlife secrets away from the city centre.

ACCOMMODATION 84 Suite Life

We check out a suite at the brilliant RitzCarlton in Marina Bay.

SPA & HEALTH

86 Spa News We round up the latest openings and promotions.

88 Rolling Stones

We relax with a scrub and a hot stone massage at One Farrer Hotel and Spa.

90 Eat, Sleep, Lift, Repeat

70 Creaming It

80 Rosé Rising

Marissa Trew highlights the rise of the boot camp in Singapore.

SHOPPING

94 Market Values

We talk to Lelya Eichelberger about her new retail project Straits Market.

98 Making Waves

Michelle Yee talks to local fashion designer Max Tan.

ART

100 Rebel With a Cause

Sharifah Shahirah talks to the curator behind the latest exhibition at Singapore Pinacothèque de Paris.

Cover Photo: TAKI 183 (American) Love Collection: Untitled c. 2009 Spray paint on canvas Gallizia Collection, Paris © Copyright TAKI 183

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pril will be a great time to be in the city for food lovers as the annual World Gourmet Summit will be in full swing, promising unique gastronomic experiences from some of the world’s best chefs. Following a gourmet theme, we explore Keong Saik Road in Chinatown, a street that has transformed itself from a sleepy alley into a thriving centre for innovative cuisine. With a group of local and international young chefs at the helm, this exciting new dining destination guarantees a journey of culinary discovery. In this issue, we take a closer look at two of the latest openings on the stretch, Meta and Five Nines, both of which offer a memorable dining experience. Continuing on a dining theme, we meet local pastry chef Janice Wong, the brains behind the 2am Dessert Bar and a new line of luxury chocolates, to find out what inspires her to continually embrace new challenges. We also talk to Lim Tian Wee, the man behind Gryphon Tea Company, and find out how the company is winning fans for its expanding range of premium teas. April will also be a big month for sports lovers as the city welcomes the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series to the Sports Hub for the first time. As well as the excitement of the rugby competition, there will also be a series of music events over the sevens weekend, including a three-day live music festival at Clarke Quay. With so much fun to be had, this promises to be a weekend to remember. In our regular My Singapore Weekend column, local DJ and artiste Jamie Yeo takes us on a whirlwind tour of Singapore, with some insider tips on where to go for excellent meals and family fun. To reveal what Singapore can offer to travelling families, we talk to blogger Kelvin Ang, the man behind the Cheekie Monkie parenting website and an expert on keeping the young entertained. Last year Singapore Botanic Gardens was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the only tropical garden to receive such an honour. As a tribute to the importance of the garden to Singapore, our photo essay unveils its beauty in a series of striking black and white photographs. As always, we review some of the best new openings on the Singapore bar and dining scene, with a look at some of the better options for a night out away from the city centre. Looking back at Singapore Cocktail Week, we provide recipes to some of the city’s signature tipples, so you can try your hand at recreating them at home. Don’t forget to keep up-to-date on all the latest events and happenings on our website and Facebook page. Happy travels!

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A New Melting Pot March saw the relaunch of the recently renovated Melt Café at Mandarin Oriental Singapore. This renovation of their signature allday dining buffet destination now features a new patisserie counter, with cakes and pastries available for purchase on entry. Another new edition is the wine wall, offering a selection of fine vintages from around the globe. The choice of international fare remains as impressive as ever, with amazing Japanese, Indian and local dishes on offer as well as fresh seafood, roast meats and a selection of fine cheeses and desserts. The lunch buffet costs S$62++ (Monday to Saturday), with the dinner buffet costing S$78++ (Sunday to Wednesday) or SS$88++, inclusive of barbecue selections (Thursday to Saturday). Sunday brunch is priced at S$98++ (inclusive of freeflow juices and soft drinks) and S$158++ (inclusive of free-flow Veuve Cliquot champagne, wine, cocktails, beers, juices and soft drinks). For more information, contact mosin-dining@mohg.com

Spring at Rabbit Stash Chef Matthew Mok has released a new seven-course Spring Menu at his dynamic restaurant Rabbit Stash, saying “Spring is all about evoking clean and fresh flavours. In keeping with its theme, the menu draws the vibrancy of Spring, with its bright colours and joyous atmosphere. Each ingredient is delicately prepared for diners to experience the season with every course.” The new menu is inspired by the seven characteristics – Soil, Ocean, Piquancy, Impression, Heritage, Exotic and Nostalgia. The Spring Menu costs S$168++ per person and is available until June 2016. For more information, contact therabbitstash.com.sg

Pasta Fiesta Popular favourite Pasta Fresca Da Salvatore, one of the original restaurants to bring authentic Italian food to Singapore, has recently undergone a facelift at all of its outlets. Visitors should definitely check out their Boat Quay outlet, which now offers a tastefully renovated dining area and a new wine lounge, Panorama, on the second floor. With excellent views over Boat Quay towards the CBD, this is a good place for an evening aperitif before enjoying the delicious home-cooked style Italian cuisine the restaurant is known for. Try signature dishes like their newly added creamy Burrata Contadina, paired with grilled vegetables and porcini mushrooms. Other dishes include their Melanzane Alla Parmigiana, baked layers of juicy eggplant, mozzarella and homemade tomato sauce and their Tagliata Di Manzo Con Rucola Al Rosmarino, sliced beef tenderloin served with grilled vegetables and rucola. Don’t miss their excellent choice of pasta dishes either, with the pasta made fresh in-house daily. For more information, contact pastafresca.com www.nowsingapore.co.id april - may 2016 11

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Madagascar Live Watch your favourite Madagascar characters in a live theatrical show based on the blockbuster DreamWorks Animation franchise. Relive the hilarity of the animals’ escapades, recreated in a production of dance and music, including the hit song ‘Move It, Move It.’ All ages will love the action-packed fun, as characters like Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra and Gloria the Hippo escape from New York’s Central Park Zoo and find themselves on a journey to the madcap world of King Julien’s Madagascar. For more information and tickets, visit sistic.com

Enter The Vortex The British Theatre Playhouse presents the Asian premiere of Noel Coward’s celebrated play, The Vortex, from April 27 until May 15 at Jubilee Hall, Raffles Hotel. Directed by Bob Tomson, the play features a star-studded cast including acclaimed actress Jane Seymour. Famous for a string of iconic roles, Seymour has starred in blockbusters that include ‘Live and Let Die’ and ‘East of Eden.’ Set in the glamorous high society of London in the 1920s, The Vortex follows the relationship between socialite Florence Lancaster and her estranged son Nicky, both of whom are shocked by revelations about each other’s scandalous behavior. To complete the experience, take advantage of Raffles Hotel’s ‘See & Stay’ promotion, which offers a special rate per night including breakfast for a Raffles Inc Suite ($395++) or a Courtyard Suite ($495++). For more information and tickets, visit sistic.com

Dark Room

Affordable Art Fair Returns The Affordable Art Fair, one of the city’s favourite art shows, returns from April 22 - 24 at the F1 Pit Building. With more than 40 galleries and over 300 artists taking part, the show will exhibit a mix of both local and international artists. Apart from enjoying the artwork on show, visitors can take advantage of the fair’s Art Education Programme, which offers interactive workshops and art tours. The Children’s Art Studio, hosted by Little Artists Art Studio, also provides workshops for children (aged four and over), giving parents the freedom to browse the galleries while their children are occupied. For more information, visit affordableartfair.com/singapore 8

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A theatrical study on the effects of imprisonment, Dark Room follows men locked up in a tiny cell for 23 hours a day. Based on true accounts of life on the inside, the drama highlights the prison experience from pre-trial through imprisonment to release. Performed at the Esplanade Theatres on the Bay, the play runs from April 28 until May 1. For more information and tickets, visit sistic.com

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Superstars of Ballet

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Ballet fans should not miss Superstars of Ballet, with 12 internationally-acclaimed principal dancers performing highlights from iconic, modern and contemporary ballet classics such as Le Corsaire and Don Quixote. The two-hour show features performances by principal dancers from esteemed organisations like the Paris Opera Ballet, the English National Ballet and the American Ballet Theatre of New York. This visual extravaganza will be available for five shows only at the MasterCard Theatres at Marina Bay Sands from April 29. For more information and tickets, visit sistic.com

Paint it Blue Don’t miss the comic energy-fuelled performance by the Blue Man Group at MasterCard Theatres at Marina Bay Sands. Running until April 23, this hilarious visual feast is recommended for all ages. For more information and tickets, visit sistic.com

Stone Hearth Magic The restaurant Osia, helmed by Celebrity Chef Scott Webster, has recently undergone a facelift and a refresh of its menu, reopening as Osia Steak & Seafood Grill. The restaurant has retained its open-kitchen concept but now offers a different style of dining, offering big and small sharing and side plates to suit any appetite. New signature sharing plates include the Butternut Squash with rocquette, pumpkin seeds, burrata and hazelnut brown butter, Mud Crab Cakes with celeriac rémoulade cocktail sauce, and the Hot Seafood Plate, consisting of Maine lobster, wild king prawn, Hokkaido scallop, surf clams and Fremantle octopus. Highlights from the stone hearth oven grill include Australian airflown meats like the Byron Bay Berkshire Pork Rack (exclusively available here), the Mayura Station Matsusaka Signature Full Blood Wagyu Beef Rib Eye and the Grainge Black Angus Beef New York Steak. For more information, visit rwsentosa.com/ dining

Party On at the HSBC Singapore Sevens This April, Singapore joins Vancouver, Sydney, Cape Town and Paris as a new host city on the 10-leg HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series. Held at the iconic Sports Hub’s National Stadium on April 16-17, this two-day rugby extravaganza will feature 16 of the world’s best teams, including multiple winners like Fiji, Samoa, England and South Africa. Apart from the on-field action, expect plenty of family fun and an entertainment programme that includes live music, international DJS and an after-party at Clarke Quay. On April 16, UK DJ legend Pete Tong will play a set at the National Stadium after the rugby has finished, with shuttle buses on hand afterwards to ferry revellers to Clarke Quay where the party will continue. Here ticket holders can expect discounts on F&B at multiple outlets, special dining promotions and a three-day live music festival (April 15-17). For more information, contact singapore7s.sg www.nowsingapore.co.id april - may 2016

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Bring a Bottle March saw the launch of Wine app Bottles XO in Singapore. Already in operation in Hong Kong and various cities in China, this handy app allows wine lovers to order a bottle of wine on their smart phone wherever they might be and expect a delivery within the hour. What’s more, it will arrive at the correct temperature for serving, accompanied by plastic cups – ideal if you fancy an impromptu picnic in the park or at the beach. The choice of wine available is a carefully curated selection of wines from France, Italy, Spain and Germany. All are sourced from smaller family-run vineyards, providing the opportunity to try wines not often available in the country. There is no minimum order or delivery fee, providing a stress-free and convenient way to shop. The app also features information about the vineyard, tasting notes and some food pairing suggestions making it a good tool for those looking to learn more about wine. For more information, contact bottlesxo.com

High Glam at CÉ LA VI The stylish CÉ LA VI lounge atop Marina Bay Sands is now sporting a new look, thanks to a recent renovation. Designed by AB Concept, the new look features lots of greenery, Asian motifs, a new bar area and an upgraded stereo system. The new look uses the dynamic view to its best advantage, with guests now entering down a catwalk style staircase, with the splendour of the location unfolding before them. The bar’s new position also ensures that the view is never obscured, creating a more spacious and visually stunning setting. To coincide with the new look, the club has launched a new line up of nightly entertainment featuring a long list of top local and international DJs. This includes the daily Sunset Session between 6pm and 9pm, with DJs like Ramesh, Anand, Brendon P, Steven Day, Marvin, Kaye and Sivanesh. For more information, contact sg.celavi.com

A. P. C. at Kapok Fresh from hosting part of the Singapore Design Week in March, Kapok, at The National Design Centre, is also celebrating its newly arrived stock of pieces from French designer label A. P. C. The new SS16 collection features a selection of casual ready-towear pieces, including the designer’s iconic Japanese raw denim jeans. During Singapore Design Week, the shop played host to a collection of homegrown Singaporean brands, including Arete Goods, Desinere, In Good Company, Kuru, Olivia Lee, smôl tôk and Stale & Co. For more information, visit ka-pok.com 10

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Pasta Fiesta Popular favourite Pasta Fresca del Salvatore, one of the original restaurants to bring authentic Italian food to Singapore, has recently undergone a facelift at all of its outlets. Visitors should definitely check out their Boat Quay outlet, which now offers a tastefully renovated dining area and a new wine bar, Panorama, on the second floor. With excellent views over Boat Quay towards the CBD, this is a good place for an evening aperitif before enjoying the delicious home-cooked style Italian cuisine the restaurant is known for. Try signature dishes like their newly added creamy Burrata Contadina, paired with grilled vegetables and porcini mushrooms. Other dishes include their Melanzane Alla Parmigiana, baked layers of juicy eggplant, mozzarella and homemade tomato sauce and their Tagliata Di Manzo Con Rucola Al Rosmarino, sliced beef tenderloin served with grilled vegetables and rucola. Don’t miss their excellent choice of pasta dishes either, with the pasta made fresh in-house daily. For more information, contact pastafresca.com www.nowsingapore.co.id april - may 2016 11

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Harlem Shake at Manhattan By Marissa Trew Images courtesy of Manhattan

ever one to rest on its laurels, Manhattan, at Regent Singapore, has mixed up a few fresh concoctions to add to the already stellar cocktail menu. Replacing the district of SoHo, five cleverly crafted cocktails have been created, each inspired by the colourful, cultural quarter of Harlem. Our favourite of the new concoctions had to be the ‘Red Rooster,’ where Manhattan’s own smooth Barrel-Aged Applejack is blended with the ever-so-slightly sweet St. Germain

elderflower liqueur and Luxardo Sangue Morlacco cherry liqueur. Eponymously named after the Harlem restaurant renowned for reviving Native American cuisine, it pays tribute to the real character of the neighbourhood and is a drink that definitely commands attention. Despite the swanky ‘shaken not stirred’ sophistication at Manhattan, laidback beer fans are not forgotten. The ‘Globetrotter,’ a light mix of Ferrand Cognac, fresh lemon, Ferrand Dry Curaçao and simple syrup, topped with Knickerbocker Beer Foam, goes down the hatch smoother than you could hope for. It is a worthy substitute for your typical pint. The same goes for the ‘Lenox,’ where the jazz barinspired drink mixes Alipus Baltazar Mezcal, Koko Kanu Rum, Luxardo Espresso Liqueur, pineapple, lime, grenadine, egg white and peach bitters to create a surprisingly smoky but smooth finish. Much more playful is the ‘Barber Shop,’ which is sassily presented with an iconic red and white straw to resemble a barber’s pole. Whilst perhaps not the most manly looking drink, its potent mix of Bowmore 12-year-old Single Malt, St. George Raspberry Liqueur, hibiscus syrup, lime juice, cucumber, mint leaves and ginger beer will surely put hairs on your chest.

Finally, the ‘Gin & Juice’ (Tanqueray 10 Gin, pink grapefruit juice, Maraschino, simple syrup, sea salt, egg white) – a tribute to Snoop Dogg’s hit single – upgrades the quintessentially American long drink with the addition of champagne and a golden spray garnish. To go with these kickers, Head Chef Nicholas Trosien has also introduced four new bar bites that put a fresh spin on American comfort food at its finest. A favourite in everyone’s hearts (regardless of whether or not you’re from ‘The Deep South’) is the Chicken & Waffle – where a crispy, battered chicken drumlet is cooked into its classic counterpart to create a finger licking good, savoury-sweet lollipop. Also playing to the love of both salty and saccharine is the crumbly Southern Cornbread, paired with moreish maple-pecan butter and savoury Pimento cheese spreads. Even the humble Fried Green Tomatoes gets a decadent twist, as the staple side dish is topped with slowcooked pork belly, chilli aioli and melted white cheddar cheese. End the night on a sweet note and split an order of the Banana Cream Cookies – banana cream fluff and chocolate, sandwiched between two buttery wafers. For more information, visit facebook.com/ Manhattansg

A Different Brew at Level 33 As part of the World Gourmet Summit, the craft beer microbrewery, Level 33, has teamed up with luxury tea brand, Newby, to create a special tea-infused menu in April. Throughout the month two new dishes will be available, an Earl Grey and Charcoal Smoked Grainfed T-Bone, served with Green Tea Poached Kipflers, Oolong Onion Jam and Darjeeling Veal Jus and an Earl Grey Cocoa Fondant, with Milk Oolong Ice Cream, Hibiscus Rosehip Tea Pickled Berries and Morning Delight Crumbs. For one night only (April 22), Executive Chef Jimi Tegerdine will create a special five-course tea-infused menu ($98++), with each course paired with one of Level 33’s range of craft beers. These will include the Rooibos Ale, a new beer made in-house by Level 33’s brew master, Gabriel Garcia, using Newby Rooibos tea. For more information, contact level33.com.sg

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t’s a sure sign a restaurant is doing something right when it’s jammed with diners on a Monday evening only a couple of months into its soft opening. And Hokkaido Izakaya in Tanjong Pagar has further cause to celebrate, as 99% of its guests on the night of our visit were Japanese, a strong compliment to the authenticity and quality of their fare. Housed in the charming row of shop-houses that line Tanjong Pagar Road, Hokkaido Izakaya forms part of a cluster of Korean and Japanese restaurants located here, sharing pavement with established local dining institutions like Teppei and Tendon Ginza Itsuki. This popular chain has restaurants across Tokyo but this is their first venture in South East Asia. Despite the authentic décor, Hokkaido Izakaya differs from many Japanese restaurants with its high barn-like ceiling. This immediately creates a feeling of space, which leads to a more relaxing dining experience often lost in more cramped surroundings. On entry, guests pass the open kitchen where a chef mans a charcoal grill, skillfully preparing the seafood specialities that are popular here with the Japanese expatriate population.

By Marc Tan I Images courtesy of Hokkaido Izakaya True to its name, the restaurant offers a selection of authentic Hokkaido dishes, with produce imported directly from the districts of Yakumo, Akkeshi, Furano and Kamishihoro, known for the quality of their seafood, meat, vegetables and dairy. A map depicting the different regions highlights which produce originates from where and the menu features a selection of traditional Hokkaido dishes that are not often found outside Japan. The lunch menu offers a selection of soba noodle dishes from Hokkaido, all prepared with noodles made in-house using authentic Hokkaido buckwheat flour. Portions of noodles are divided into 100g, 200g and 300g, with no price difference for each serving – good news for hungry diners! Prices range between $12$15 for a bowl of noodles, with a choice of sides like Don bowls ranging from $3 to $7. In the evenings there is a full menu of Hokkaido dishes available, including sashimi, sushi rolls, tempura, seafood and grilled meats. Standout dishes include the Milk Hotpot with Salmon, a light and fragrant soupy dish of salmon, shimeji mushroom, leak and herbs that is prepared on the table and allowed to simmer for a few minutes before it’s ready to be consumed. Also using

Hokkaido’s famously good dairy products is the wonderfully fluffy Japanese Omelette with Milk and the sinfully moorish Cream Cheese Marinated with Miso. Potatoes also feature strongly on the menu and the Potato Croquette is a must try for those who like a crispy shell filled with lightly mashed potato, topped with a tasty Teriyaki glaze. Don’t miss the Steamed Potato with Vanilla Ice Cream on the dessert menu either for a unique taste experience. Hokkaido potatoes have a soft texture and slightly sweet taste, which provides an ideal pairing with the ice cream. Apart from the choice of Hokkaido dishes, there is also a choice of more mainstay dishes like sashimi, sushi rolls, grilled fish and tempura. On our visit, the specials board also featured a delicious tender Roast Beef, so look out for it on your visit. Prices are very competitive compared to many Japanese restaurants in Singapore and the quality of the dishes we tried was good, which together with the attentive service and authentic atmosphere made for an excellent dining experience. Hokkaido Izakaya, 95 Tanjong Pagar Road, tel: 6221 7118, hokkaidoizakaya.sg

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Ta l k o f t h e T ow n By Marissa Trew

Never one to miss out on the latest trends, Singapore’s social media sphere is an infinite hive of hashtags revealing the newest to the downright outrageous fads that rock the island. From the city’s latest food obsession to the newest fitness craze, here we round up some of our favourites so far.

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Booty Blasting Boot Camps Spinning classes are so 2015. Last year was all about imagining yourself in a nightclub while your legs turned to jelly, as you pedalled on a stationary bike set on an unreasonably high resistance level to the beat of a T. Swift remix for a solid hour. Now, more and more fitness studios offer effective and equally brutal HIIT boot camps for you and a group of others to thrust, lift and squat objects weighing far more than your typical carry-on bag! And while they may feel like an eternity (what workout doesn’t?), many HIIT boot camps range from 20 to 30 minutes, making them a superb exercise choice for the common urban desk warrior. If it bears any resemblance to a spin class, it has to be the community spirit that boosts you through till the end. There is something about sweating together and pushing each other to your limits that just wheezes “companionship.” If you happen to be riding that fitness wave too, be sure to take a peek at our round up of Singapore’s best boot camps in this issue!

A seemingly never-ending obsession, the public’s passion for all things ‘salted egg’ is truly something to be marvelled (see our feature on page 18). The flavour frenzy is by no means new but the latest wave began when a local café, Flavour Flings (01-1348 Block 121, Hougang Avenue 1), located in the inconspicuous neighbourhood of Hougang, released the first Singapore rendition of a salted egg custard-filled croissant. After they allegedly sold out in thirty minutes on their launch day, news spread like wildfire and other bakeries were quick to address the demand! Dubbed the ‘Salted Egg Croissant War,’ popular cafes began crafting their own unique and increasingly indulgent recipes, eager to please the local palate. Amongst the contenders were Antoinette (main outlet: 30 Penhas Road), boasting a decadent triple yolk custard pocketed within a croissant crafted with traditional French techniques, Bridge Restaurant & Bar (31 Seah Street), Black & Ink (01-01/02, 168 Changi Road), and Kokomama Market Place (01-01 School of the Arts, 1 Zubir Said Drive), each with their own respective recipes. Those less keen on croissants don’t have to miss out. Salted egg, in both its sweet and savoury forms, has been used in countless other dishes, whether topped on French fries or bursting at the seams of a freshly fried doughnut! Don’t fancy the hybrids? Stick to the true original – the liu sha bao (salted egg yolk steam bun) found at plenty of traditional dim sum places across town!

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Instagramma-Bowl As much as we love our hawker fare and could easily demolish about two and a half servings of roti prata and char kway teow in a single sitting, deep down inside, we know that it’s an eating habit we probably shouldn’t keep up. Thankfully, the increasing popularity of lunch bowls that are as healthy as they are a delight to eat is on the rise, expanding our options without expanding our waistlines. We are not sure why healthy food served in a bowl makes such a difference but we cannot fight how pretty they look and if you need further proof, simply take a peek at Instagram! Sabotaging the false reputation that healthy eating exclusively limits meals to cold, wet salads and unseasoned, boiled meat, venues like Grain Traders (CapitaGreen, 138 Market Street) and May May (65 Tras Street) offer meat-based and veggie-friendly bowls that are packed with superfood goodies ranging from mixed grains like quinoa and bulgur wheat to avocado, flavourfully prepared vegetables and oozy onsen eggs. Even café-style venues are picking up on the trend with admittedly more decadent versions, like The Populus Coffee & Food Co.’s (146 Neil Road) signature Pulled Pork or Roast Chicken Grain Bowl. The possibilities are endless.

Urban Farmer’s Markets

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Sustainable and eco-friendly living can be a bit of a challenge in a modern city like Singapore but that’s not to say there is a lack of trying! While Kranji Countryside has long been renowned for its fresh, local produce and quarterly Farmer’s Market, another green-fingered initiative has cropped up in the heart of town. Rallying behind the common causes of supporting local produce and boosting community spirit, the ever-popular brunch spot, Open Farm Community (130E Minden Road), hosts a free monthly Social Market, where small Singapore producers set up shop for the afternoon selling plenty of grub and hosting workshops for everyone to enjoy. In true devotion to their sustainable cause, Open Farm Community also holds regular gardening sessions so people can cultivate their own gardening skills too!

Party En Bloc You can’t get kicked out of a party you never technically stepped into! With cheap entry, plenty of booze, sassy beats by special guest DJs, and best of all, none of the pretence that so often surrounds the faux-glam VIP booths of your typical nightclub, street parties are a great way to unwind on the weekends with friends, and an even better way to meet new people. By no means a new trend in Singapore (think: Siloso Beach Party), it hit a bit of a hiccup last year with the implementation of the Liquor Control (Supply and Consumption) Act that sought to ban public drinking after 10.30pm. Much to public relief, the allowance for event organisers to seek a ‘consumption permit’ meant that the party could live on! While street parties are not necessarily regularly scheduled events, your best bet is to follow organisers like Sunshine Nation to keep up-to-date with the latest happenings.

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Berry Bliss

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While all foods are arguably waiting their turn to be in the ‘superfood’ spotlight, one specific phenomenon that has captured Singapore’s hearts and taste buds has to be the açai berry. Served as a mixed fruit smoothie (though often peculiarly – but attractively – in a bowl with a spoon), this deep purple Amazonian power berry has been toted as a miracle ingredient for everything from weight loss to skin health – for all we know, it might even be the fountain of youth! Kick-starting the trend in Singapore is Project Açai (main outlet: Holland Village, 27 Lorong Liput), a cute minimalist café which serves their berry bowls in three sizes, each topped with banana, strawberry and granola for added crunch. A perfect breakfast for those on the go, or even a healthier dessert option for those who simply cannot fight their sweet tooth… it definitely looks like this sensation is here to stay!

Fitness Passports

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Fitness passports are perfect for gym bunnies with commitment issues. Multiple fitness passes have hit the ground running within the last year, providing members with access to countless exercise classes of virtually every discipline, for a fixed fee every month. While Passport Asia recently shut down operations in Singapore, KFIT and GuavaPass are still going strong, teaming up with some of the top gyms on the island. Even traditional gym-goers are taking to this rising trend, as the simple act of mixing up your usual routine with an hour of anything from Zumba to Krav Maga, and even pole dancing, definitely keeps things interesting. The passes are available in multiple cities and a membership grants you access to studios around the world, so you can keep fit wherever you are!

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Salty-Sweet Goodness By Jessica Yen Images courtesy of participating outlets

Sink your taste buds into Singapore’s latest food craze – the salted egg yolk croissant.

nter Singapore’s latest food craze - the salted egg yolk croissant. In case you haven’t already experienced a light, flaky and buttery croissant brimming with molten salted egg yolk filling, this salty-sweet, gooey pastry is a decadent treat which pairs the traditional French pastry with a scrumptious sweet-savoury salted egg yolk custard. The bright yellow egg yolk, which is known for its salty flavour and sandy texture, is often found either coating our favourite crustacean dishes or lending a bit of flare to regular vegetables, like spinach, eggplant and pumpkin. Typically made from duck eggs that have been soaked in brine or wrapped with salted charcoal for up to eight weeks, the ingredient is a

familiar taste for Asians, lending a touch of indulgence to any meal. In traditional Chinese cuisine, this versatile ingredient is almost a staple condiment with congee, adding flavour to the otherwise bland porridge. Despite its long track record, the salted egg yolk is now making a comeback here, blazing a tempting new trail on the local dessert scene. This novelty pastry first appeared in Hong Kong (at Urban Bakery, which also created the po lo bao-croissant hybrid), eventually popping up across our shores in Johor Bahru, before making its way into Singapore – an initiation by Flavour Flings, a brunch café in Hougang. Others presently on the salted egg yolk croissant bandwagon include Antoinette, Black & Ink, Do.main Bakery and Da Paolo Gastronomia.

Flavour Flings

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First to bring this fancy croissant into the country, Chef Shawn Koh tells us that he first chanced upon the salted egg yolk pastry when visiting Seven Oaks in Johor Bahru and decided to whip up his own version. Each croissant contains 25 grams of salted egg yolk and is only available for take-away. Hougang Ave 1, Blk 121, 01-1348, tel: 6286 0051

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Antoinette $6.50 per piece

Known for their decadent French pastries, Antoinette features croissants that are loved for their crispy, flaky layers. You might find it impossible to resist their newly launched salted egg yolk extravagance. Tossed in brandy to first rid the yolks of any barnyard smell, the filling of salted egg yolks, sugar and milk is then hand-sieved for a smoother texture. At least three yolks go into one croissant, so you might want to share one between two. Multiple outlets, antoinette.com.sg

Black & Ink $5.50 per piece

The pastries and coffee at Black & Ink give visitors another good reason to explore the East Coast area of Singapore. For their salted egg creation they slice their croissant horizontally and then slather the salted egg yolk filling onto its insides almost like a sandwich so that you get an even amount of salty creamy goodness with every bite. They also have a Salted Egg Yolk Muffin ($4.80) if you’re up for more and some other locally-inspired pastries. 168 Changi Road, 01-01/02, tel: 9620 1022

Do.main Bakery $6 per piece

Instead of altering the recipe of its freshly baked croissant pastry, this bakery chooses to make its salted egg yolk filling slightly more savoury. Emulating the classic French ‘Mornay’ white sauce, French Chef Deshayes combines salted egg yolks and Emmental cheese into a creamy Béchamel sauce infused with curry leaves. A step away from the usual butter-milk-sugar concoction, this creation should make croissant fans very excited. 226 Tanjong Katong Road, tel: 6348 1406, www.do-mainbakery.com

Da Paolo Gastronomia $6.90 per piece

Brought to you from the same guys behind the Crodo (or Cronut) food trend in Singapore, the croissants here are freshly baked inhouse, and slightly tweaked so that they remain a sweet pastry with “just enough saltiness” coming through. The base of the filling is made with their signature homemade custard (also used for their cream crodos), mixed with a generous amount of salted egg yolks and a hint of coconut milk. Multiple outlets, dapaolo.com.sg www.nowsingapore.co.id april - may 2016 19

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Urban Ski

Bringing the mountain to the city By Alex Dare

reparing for a ski trip used to involve downloading the latest ski movie, dusting off the equipment, checking the snow reports on a daily basis and day-dreaming for weeks in advance about the untouched powder and the amazing lines you are going to ride. Unfortunately, none of this really prepares you for actual skiing, leading to the first day enactment of Bambi on ice as you get your ski legs back again. The good news is that there is now an option that will help not only those bound for colder climes but also provide a perfect introduction to skiing for those new to it all. Urban Ski Singapore, at Millenia Walk, is the first facility of its kind in South East Asia, using technology developed by MaxxTracks, who have over 175 indoor ski slopes in operation around the world. The best way to picture the facility is like a giant treadmill designed for skiing rather than running, with variable speeds and inclines depending on ability. At Millenia Walk, Urban Ski Singapore features two slopes that can be inclined up to 20 degrees, offering a controllable environment suitable for all levels of skiers and snowboarders. For beginners, the balance bar and full-length mirror in front of each slope provide reassuring support and instant feedback to greatly accelerate the learning experience. Even for experienced skiers, it takes a while to get the hang of skiing on the artificial surface. The good news is there are two full-time instructors available to help you through it. Our instructor for the day was Aaron, who has worked as an instructor in both Australia and Japan. Patient and professional, he was able to get

all of us up and running in no time. With his guiding hand we got slowly more confident as the session progressed and by the end of it, we were linking turns and imagining life on a real mountain. The artificial surface used is made of soft nylon tufts, so skiing on it feels a little different to real snow at first, but the technique is exactly the same. After a couple of attempts, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll quickly forget the fact that you are skiing on plastic in the middle of a shopping centre in Singapore and just enjoy the feeling of the skis under your feet. Keep in mind though that this is full-on exercise, so be prepared to get a little sweaty. The surface itself in actually pretty soft, so taking the occasional tumble will not lead to any serious injuries. One core benefit is that there are no lift queues and no waiting in the cold â&#x20AC;&#x201C; in terms of the hard numbers, this means around 10x the amount of time spent actually skiing during a one-hour lesson versus the same time on the mountains or in a ski dome. So who does it work for best? I would recommend it to any family with kids going skiing for the first time, or to adults who have experienced real skiing but are a little rusty. A one-hour session at Urban Ski Singapore more than offsets a wasted first day on the mountain as you try and remember all the basics again. For those exercise addicts out there, Urban Ski offers a different type of work-out, compared to the usual gym session. I can testify from personal experience that youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll wake up the next morning feeling muscles that have long remained dormant. Private lessons cost $270 for an hour, while group lessons, which are limited to six people, are $90 each per hour. These prices include instruction, equipment and protective gear. Urban Ski Singapore, Millenia Walk, 9 Raffles Boulevard, tel: 6238 0575, urbanski.com.sg

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Plain Sailing

hile sailing off in a yacht to anchor off a perfect sandy beach might be the stuff of dreams for many, it’s in fact remarkably easy and affordable from Singapore. As long as you get a decent crowd of people together, it’s perfectly feasible to be diving off your private boat into azure waters less than 30 minutes from Singapore’s CBD at a cost of less than $100 per person. A number of charter boats offer this service, with most sailing out to the undeveloped Lazarus Island, where a large stretch of golden sand and swaying palm trees complete the paradisiacal picture. One good option for a beach escape is the power catamaran Mikanna, which docks at Oneo 15 Marina Club on Sentosa. Part of a fleet of over 35 different sized boats, Mikanna features both indoor and outdoor dining areas, two bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms,

Text and Photos by Justin Eeles a fully-equipped galley with bar and fridge, a spacious saloon and a BBQ pit. It also has a very decent music system, so provides the ideal craft if you’re looking to party with a group of friends. Guests can charter Mikanna for the whole day or choose from the morning (11:30am4pm) or evening (5pm-9pm) four-hour charter. It’s amazing that only a short cruise from Sentosa can take you a world away from the pace and modernity of Singapore to a deserted white sandy hideaway. To get the best of the weather, we’d advise the morning departure. This allows you to reach Lazarus Island and have a swim, paddleboard or kayak session before enjoying a leisurely BBQ lunch on deck, expertly prepared by the boat’s helpful crew. You can then turn up the tunes, mix up some cocktails and party like a rock star until it’s time to head back to the marina. As alcohol is very often involved on oneday party charters, the crew takes the safety of

guests seriously and before setting off there is a safety demonstration on deck to ensure no one is lost at sea after one too many martinis. The boat can comfortably take between 20 to 26 guests, with a choice of areas to eat, sunbathe and relax. Food and drinks are not included in the charter price so it’s wise to stock up on supplies at the handy Cold Storage supermarket located at the marina. Once you’ve exhausted yourself doing water sports, worked on your tan and eaten and drunk your fill, the boat then makes its way back along the coast of Singapore towards Sentosa. For many this is the highlight of the trip, as you get to see the city’s dramatic skyline silhouetted by the slowly setting sun. Once back on solid ground, the bars and restaurants of Sentosa’s Quayside Isle await, ensuring you don’t have to end the party until way after night has fallen. Happy Boating! For more information, visit one15marina.com

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Words With Mark Meaney Images courtesy of The Conrad Centennial

Originating from Ireland, Mark Meaney is the General Manager of Conrad Centennial Singapore. Having held several management positions in Japan, the United States and Ireland, he moved to Singapore in 2014. We asked him about his impressions of the city and what he likes to get up to with his family when he’s not at work at the hotel.

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new food streets develop, such as Keong Saik Road and Duxton Hill. Also the Botanic Gardens has recently received worldwide recognition after being named a UNESCO World Heritage Site for what is an amazing green space in the middle of the city. Probably the biggest thing in the past two years is the opening of the new National Gallery Singapore. This is a truly beautiful gallery housed in the old Parliament house and Supreme Court building right in front of the Padang. NS: Describe the Conrad guest experience. MM: Conrad Hotels & Resorts offer access to life as you want to live it. It’s a place to experience service and style on your own terms. A place to connect with the world. A place to stay inspired. We offer our guests one-of-a-kind experiences with sophisticated, locally-inspired surroundings. Service that

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NS: How has Singapore developed as a destination in the past 10 years? MM: Singapore has such a forward thinking government, constantly looking at how they can add value for visitors. If you go back 10 years, there was no Marina Bay Sands, Gardens by the Bay, Resorts World Sentosa, with Sentosa itself still in its infancy. If you look at the country now, Singapore is a completely different place – the variety of activities available is on par with any major capital in the world. NS: What do you think is the country’s biggest strength as a destination? MM: Singapore is a modern 21st century city with amazing infrastructure and user friendliness. It has achieved all this without losing its soul and culture. I love the character of neighbourhoods like Little India, Joo Chiat and Chinatown, where traditional restaurants and shops sit side-by-side modern equivalents. NS: What emerging trends excite you the most? MM: For me it’s the emergence of a modern food culture. Singapore has always been known as a destination for great local food and a melting pot of different cultures. This created

the Singaporean cuisine, which is difficult to match in terms of variety and quality. Now there is also an emerging breed of young operators in the F&B scene, opening up a range of exciting new concepts. You can get great coffee on par with anything from Melbourne; you can have cocktails in bars you would once only find in London or New York, and enjoy fantastic meals in restaurants that are considered some of the best in Asia and the world. I think the Michelin Guide’s launch in Singapore later this year is recognition of that. NS: How has the city changed since you arrived? MM: I have only been in Singapore for two years but in that time I have definitely seen

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NS: What is your favourite local food. And where do you buy it? MM: I love Satay. My favourite place for this is Satay by the Bay. We usually buy it there and take it away to Marina Barrage where we eat it while watching people flying their kites. You get an amazing view of the city from there in the early evening as the sun sets over the bay. NS: Does Singapore offer something for everyone? And why? MM: Yes I think it does, as there is such a huge array of things to do. If you are a shopaholic, there are never-ending shopping malls; if you like culture and history, Singapore is flooded with it. Singapore is also a food paradise with different cuisines for all. Sport enthusiasts will find endless activities here – parks, great golf courses, beaches, etc. So yes, there is something for everyone in Singapore. NS: Which annual event excites you the most? MM: It is has to be the F1 race in September for the excitement and adrenaline that it brings. We are right in the middle of it here at Conrad Centennial Singapore, located just yards from the track. NS: What can Conrad guests expect in 2016? MM: Guests can look forward to further enhancements of our digital platforms, with keyless entry beginning in some of our hotels on top of digital check in. Late last year we launched the brand new programme Conrad 1-3-5, a modern, integrated approach to content offering our guests curated one-hour, three-hour and five-hour itineraries in 12 cities. This year, we will be expanding to more cities as well as adding new experiences and itineraries for existing cities. Conrad Hotels & Resorts is also continuing to expand in the region including India, China and the Philippines.

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is more than personal, it’s intuitive. And connections to people and places around the corner, and half way around the world. This is brought to life by our Hhonors app that allows you to choose your own room and check in digitally. Our Conrad Concierge App allows you to personalise your stay before you arrive and while you are on the property, enhancing your Conrad experience. NS: What is unique about the hotel? MM: Conrad Centennial Singapore has a great location in the heart of Marina Bay. We are surrounded by shopping malls, offering over 1,000 shops and 300 restaurants. Within the hotel we have an amazing Asian Art collection, with over 3400 pieces on display. We are the only hotel in Singapore to offer a digital concierge service, where you can customise the details of your stay like selecting your preferred bath amenities (Shanghai Tang, Aromatherapy, Tara Smith or Refinery for Men), ordering room service or selecting your favourite type of pillow. NS: What would be your ideal day in the city? MM: For me an ideal day would start with a cycle ride around Marina Bay and along East Coast Park. This would be followed by a little shopping to escape the midday heat. Then I would take the kids to Gardens by the Bay or Sentosa in the afternoon, followed by dinner out in a nice restaurant in somewhere like Duxton Hill or Keong Saik Road. NS: What do you do on your day off? MM: I usually go for a long cycle in the early morning with my usual cycling group and then hang out with my family, either at the Botanic Gardens or the Zoo, where we have an annual pass. To end the day, we often enjoy a lovely outdoor BBQ with friends and family.

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By Jamie Yeo Images courtesy of Jamie Yeo

Jamie Yeo is a household name in Singapore, famous for her career in radio and television, and as a model and emcee. Jamie rose to fame in the early 2000s, when she played Tammy in the popular Mediacorp series ‘Growing Up,’ and presented ‘Say it With Music’ on 987FM, for which she was voted “Favourite DJ” by Lime Magazine three years in a row. As a model she has been the face of countless ad campaigns on TV and in print, including McDonalds and Tangs, and has graced the cover of FHM, 8days and New Man magazines. She became well known as a sports host after presenting ESPN’s regional show ‘Football Crazy,’ reaching over 10 million viewers in the Asia-Pacific region. Jamie recently rejoined Mediacorp, where she now presents the Homestretch (5pm-8pm) on Gold 905. She also hosts the weekly world sports roundup SportsWorld on Channel News Asia. Mother of a five-year-old daughter, Aly, she also co-founded mums.sg, an on-line portal selling children’s goods. We asked her what she gets up to on an ideal weekend in Singapore. 24

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m a true blue Singaporean girl who was born and bred on this little island. If I was given a restart in life, and a choice to be born anywhere in the world, I would choose Singapore again without hesitation. I’ve seen this country grow up into a cosmopolitan city full of fun things to do and fantastic places to eat and drink and I love it now more than ever.

FRIDAY My typical weekend begins on Friday at 8pm when I leave my drive-time radio show to head for a restaurant to wind down over dinner and a drink. Although I try to be adventurous and explore new openings in this amazingly gastronomic city, I nearly always end up at FOC on Hong Kong Street. It’s my favourite kind of restaurant – casual with a great atmosphere, awesome food (tapas) and really artisan drinks. Try the grilled US Angus Rib Eye Steak, the Gambas al Ajillo (garlic shrimp) and the mushroom croquettes. For me, the charm of FOC lies in its unpretentiousness - I love perching myself on a bar stool by the counter and watching Chef Jordi and his team in action. By the way, don’t miss the amazing Apothecary Gin and Tonic they serve here. For me, this is the best G&T available in Singapore - you can quote me on that!

Clockwise from the top: Jamie at FOC; FOC’s Grilled Angus Rib Eye Steak; Chef Jordi at FOC; Aly poses with a new friend.

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top to bottom: Relaxing at home; Jamie and Aly at Luge Skyline Sentosa

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SATURDAY Saturday usually begins with an early morning wake up call from my beautiful five-year-old bundle of joy Aly. After breakfast at home, we’ll head to Sentosa for one of her favourite things to do, the Skyline Luge. She’s mad about it. She likes the ‘Sky Ride’ chair lift up to the summit just as much as the Luge ride down. Being a mother, it’s good to know that the rides here are totally safe. After several goes on the Luge, I’ll finally drag her away and we’ll head to Shangri-La Hotel Singapore to have lunch at Waterfall Ristorante Italiano. It’s in a lovely setting, right by the pool, surrounded by greenery and it’s super kid-friendly too. I recommend the mezze buffet for big-eaters (as buffets go, it’s well priced), but my favourite dish is the Linguine Aglio E Olio. For dessert, you HAVE to try the gelato. Tell Chef Marco that I sent you and he might even give you an extra scoop! After lunch, I’m usually ready to chill, so we’ll head home and relax. On the way home we’ll stop off at Huber’s Butchery at Dempsey to pick up some ingredients for dinner. It’s worth paying a little extra more for such fresh and high quality food. They also have a great play area for the kids and a little bistro that does home-style dishes too. After dinner when my little one is fast asleep, I might head to the cinema to watch a movie. I enjoy the Gold Class experience at Golden Village Cinemas, watching a blockbuster in comfort with friends, accompanied with a nice glass of wine.

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SUNDAY Sunday begins with breakfast at home. Quite often Aly decides she feels like ice-skating (she loves it!) so we head to The Rink at JCube mall in Jurong. They have a huge Olympic size rink here, with little penguins that the kiddos can hold onto to help them learn (and to stop them falling over!) I inevitably end up using the penguin more than her… My mum loves spending time with Aly (and vice-versa), so sometimes I’ll drop her off at her granny’s house and head to Open Farm Community in Dempsey for brunch. It’s such a nice place - lovely setting, unpretentious and with a great menu. You HAVE to try the mushroom pasta topped with stilton (it’s incredible) and the lamb curry scotch egg (spicy but delicious). For dessert don’t miss the caramelised mango with coconut! And if you feel like really indulging, they offer a champagne deal where each glass gets progressively cheaper as you get more drunk – quite a dangerous concept! After picking up Aly, we sometimes head to Haji Lane for some retail therapy. I love this street for shopping, especially after 3pm when the sun isn’t so intense. There are lots of little independent stores and local designers here, not to mention some great food. On the way home we’ll stop off at Sunset Railway on Sunset Way for literally the BEST mee rebus I’ve ever had - their local menu is all very home-cooked and what’s more, an absolute bargain. Home at last, we’ll chill out after a busy weekend. I’ll cook a simple dinner and put Aly to bed before I head out again to shoot Sportsworld for CNA. I usually get home after the shoot around 11pm by which time I’m more than ready for some much-needed beauty sleep before the week begins again.

Clockwise from top: Jamie and Aly at The Rink; the Scotch Egg at Open Farm Community; Jamie at OFC.

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on track By Justin Eeles Images courtesy of Belmond

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If rail travel is a romantic escape to a bygone era, then the Eastern and Oriental Express, perhaps the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most famous train, is the benchmark that all others strive to emulate. A prime example of the journey trumping the destination, this romantic escape is available from Singapore in a journey that travels from the city up through the agricultural heartlands of Malaysia and southern Thailand before pulling into Bangkokâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hua Lamphong station two days and 1,250 miles later.

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n ode to the golden age of travel, where the speed of passage was secondary to the style and manner of transport, this wonderful adventure starts the moment guests arrive to check in. With Singapore’s iconic Tanjong Pagar railway station now consigned to history, the E&O experience begins at the city’s most historic old dame, the inimitable Raffles Hotel. It’s a fitting location for the experience to follow. The moment you step into the hotel grounds, your luggage whisked away by the waiting check-in staff, the noisy modern world and its distractions fall dreamingly out of focus. Over tea and sandwiches at The Raffles Grill, boarding passes are handed out and on-board meal times organised before it’s time to hop onto the shuttle to the awaiting train. With Singapore’s historic tracks uprooted to make way for the excellent green corridor wildlife sanctuary, the train now begins its journey at Woodlands on the Singapore/ Malaysia border. First impressions matter, and boarding the train is certainly no disappointment. 30

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Beautifully preserved and presented, the interior of the carriages is elegant and sophisticated, a blend of polished woods, brass and soft fabrics. Private cabins are comfortable and spacious, with a remarkable ensuite bathroom with separate shower compartment – something not available on the Venice Simplon route in Europe. Each carriage has a dedicated attendant, available on call 24 hours a day via an in-cabin bell. I was shown to my cabin by the charming Weenus Khomloy, an E&O veteran who has worked on board for over 20 years. Under his care, breakfast and high tea were served daily and the cabin seamlessly prepared for day or night travel. Within minutes I was settled into my cabin, with reading matter at hand and tea and scones on the way. As we set off, it was impossible not to just sit back and enjoy the view – pulling away from the station, the futuristic skyline of the citystate was soon replaced by a sea of green as we entered the palm and rubber plantations of southern Malaysia on our way up to Kuala Lumpur. For those wanting to experience a closer commune with nature, the train features an

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Above: The train awaits at Woodlands. Right: The welcoming party.

open-air observation carriage, located at the tail. From here, guests have a breezy view of the surrounding countryside, best enjoyed with a stiff drink from the neighbouring bar carriage. This communal space, and the centrallylocated piano bar, provide ideal places to meet fellow travellers over a cocktail or two. There’s also a library on board, with a selection of magazines and games for those who forgot to bring along suitable reading matter. As the sun sank into the horizon, it was time to prepare for the day’s main event – dinner. During the day, guests are encouraged

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Clockwise from top: A champagne welcome in your cabin; the observation carriage; preparing for dinner; rural tracks.

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Clockwise from top: Chefs at work; high tea; Chef Yannis Martineau.

to be dressed in smart casual attire. Come the evenings though and it’s time to dress up in a manner more suitable for the occasion – think your James Bond best for gentlemen and high glamour for the ladies. Drinks are served in the bar cars before diners are called to dining carriages for their sitting. In the kitchen, Chef Yannis Martineau offers a daily changing three-course menu complete with amuse bouches and petit fours. Having worked on the train for seven years, he is no stranger to the challenges involved in cooking in a confined space. He started his 32

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career with the company on the Venice Simplon Orient Express before moving to Myanmar to work on The Road to Mandalay, the company’s luxury cruiser which sails up the Irrawaddy River between Bagan and Mandalay. “The main challenge I face is logistics but it’s not unlike working in any kitchen except of course the slight movement which took a little getting used to. I have a team of eight in the kitchen who work two shifts organising the meals for the whole day.” As you would expect, the quality of the food on board is very high with an impressive

variety of dishes – during my three days on the train 12 different types of fresh bread were served with meals, just one example of the attention to detail involved. “I try to not repeat any of the bread during each trip, including some local varieties as well like naan or roti.” Asian influences from the region are also evident in his menu – the first dish I sampled on board was a delicious Tom Yam Cappuccino, followed by the choice between a Medallion of Beef with Foie Gras Croquette and Asian Vegetables, Vindaloo Sauce and

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Mustard Foam or an Ayam Rendang Biryani, served with Long-Grain Rice and Asian Pickles. “I try to adjust the menu to the country we are travelling through, so we have dishes like satay, laksa and nasi as courses depending on where we are on the route.” When guests are not busy feasting in the dining cars, entertainment on board includes traditional dance performances and live music in the piano bar. On my first evening, the pianist’s impressive repertoire of popular sing-along hits was an effective ice-breaker and he had some of his highspirited audience, some quite an advanced age, breaking into a impromptu jolly jig. With two nights spent on the train on the way up to Bangkok, the journey features two historical excursions, the first in the royal town of Kuala Kangsar in Malaysia and the second at Kanchanaburi, near to the ‘Bridge over the River Kwai’ in Thailand. Kuala Kangsar is a charming sleepy town in the state of Perak, punctuated by period bungalows, a collection of grand buildings and the first boarding school in Malaysia. The seat of the Sultan, the town is home to the impressive Ubudiah Mosque, the Royal Museum and the Sultan Shah Gallery. These constituted stops on a whirlwind bus tour of the town given by our cheerful guide, who delighted his audience with a repertoire that included corny jokes and breaking into multilingual song. The visit to the Thailand Burma Railway Museum the following day was an equally fascinating window into the history of the region under Japanese occupation during the Second World War. With their eyes on invading India, the Japanese built the railway connecting Thailand and Burma as a vital supply route for their army, forcing thousands of prisoners of war to construct the tracks in terrible conditions, resulting in the loss of around 130,000 lives. Their struggle is well documented in the museum, and the adjacent cemetery, one of many that lines the tracks, is a poignant reminder of the area’s tragic history. As interesting as the side trips were, it was always good to get out of the heat and back into the cool comfort of the journey’s main attraction. Not only did it signify the completion of another leg of the journey, but also the chance to sample more of Chef Martineau’s excellent cuisine in the timeless splendor of the dining car. With its successful combination of luxurious travel and historical interest, available on board a romantic icon, travelling with the Eastern and Oriental Express is an experience not to be missed.

Top to bottom: The Sultan Shah Gallery; the Ubudiah Mosque; the train on the bridge over the River Kwai.

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In July last year, Singapore’s iconic Botanic Gardens were inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Bonn, the first and only tropical Botanic garden on the UNESCO list. With over 150 years of history, the 82-hectare property holds both a unique and a significant place in Singapore’s history and is the origin for many of the different species of plants seen around the ‘Garden City.’ Here the beauty of the gardens is captured in black and white.

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The octagonal gazebo known as the Bandstand was erected in 1930 and has retained its original form over the years.

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Some 314 species of plant jostle for space in the six-hectare Rain Forest, forming a multi-layered ecosystem of herbs and ferns, climbers, shrubs, and trees.

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Situated at the highest point in the Gardens, Burkill Hall has a commanding view over the National Orchid Garden, Palm Valley and the Rain Forest.

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Found in Lawn E, the Tembusu is a long-living, evergreen tree that can grow up to 30m. It is distinctive to Singapore and featured on the back of our S$5 note.

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Constructed in 1866, the Swan Lake is considered to be the oldest ornamental water-feature in Singapore.

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Kelvin Ang has written the popular ‘cheekie monkie’ parenting blog since 2005. He is also the author of ‘Got Kids Go Where?’ a recently published book which features 500 things to do with children in Singapore. We asked him about some of his favourite places to go with kids in the city. NS: What was the inspiration and main reasons for starting your ‘cheekie monkie’ blog? KA: When my eldest child was born in 2005, my wife was the one who started this blog as a means to document the growing years of our children. When she went back to work after her maternity leave ended, I took over the reins and have been chronicling my fatherhood journey ever since. NS: How long have you been blogging and how has the blog been received in the local community? KA: I have been blogging since 2005 so it has been 11 years and counting. Over the years, our blog has slowly evolved to be one 44

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which shares kids-related ideas and activities with fellow parents. I have often heard how some parents lament that Singapore is boring for kids, and that they can’t think of any kids-friendly activities to do on the weekend. Nonsense, I say! There are tons of things to do in Singapore if you know where to look. And that’s where the blog comes in. So hopefully, we inspire other parents to embark on an exploring and bonding journey with their kids too. NS: What are the main subjects you cover in the blog? KA: We enjoy discovering new, fun, and kidsfriendly places together as a family, whether it is an indoor playground, nature park or theme

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park. And of course, the occasional familyfriendly overseas destinations too if the travel bug bites! NS: Is Singapore a good destination for travelling with children? Why is this? KA: Absolutely. Singapore is clean and safe for families but you probably knew that already. But what most do not know is besides the usual local attractions like the Zoo, Universal Studios and Gardens by the Bay that Singapore is famed for, there are plenty of free activities for kids – neighbourhood parks, outdoor sand playgrounds and even dry and wet playgrounds in shopping malls! NS: Singapore is known as the ‘Garden City’is this a justifiable description? KA: This is true to every sense of the phrase. Everywhere you turn in Singapore, greenery greets you. I am proud of the fact that we have plenty of parks to choose from, considering we are a small island. And I am not just talking about Singapore Botanical Gardens, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Most of the neighbourhood parks have huge outdoor playgrounds suitable for a wide age range of kids. Think everything from toddler play equipment to gigantic spider web-like climbing structures.

bound. We love hanging out at Changi Airport as it is chock full of activities for children – no need for a passport! Activities include the indoor playgrounds, the world’s tallest slide in an airport and the mesmerising Kinetic Rain sculpture. Kids who love trains can easily hop on the Skytrain and shuttle between the three terminals. 4. Science Centre Singapore With more than a thousand interactive exhibits spanning 14 galleries, Science Centre Singapore continues to pique the interest of my kids. Trek to the centre of the earth, squeeze your way through the human body’s digestive system or probe through leaf litter at the EcoGarden - there is always something new for my kids to explore and learn every visit. Even better, admission to the Science Centre Singapore is free for Singaporeans & PRs if you go during weekdays (except public and school holidays)! 5. Lazarus Island Where can one go to find an 800-metre stretch of beach paradise without having to chop one’s passport? The answer lies on Lazarus Island, a little-known island tucked

quietly between St John’s and Kusu islands. For a day’s worth of off-the-beaten-track kind of fun for the kids, Lazarus Island is a gem that offers a peaceful day getaway from the mainland. All of us love the place for its serenity, pristine beach and scenic views – all of which is hard to come by nowadays in today’s modern Singapore. NS: What are Singapore’s lesser known natural attractions that you think deserve more attention? KA: There are quite a few places worth exploring if you don’t mind going a little offthe-beaten-track. 1. Chek Jawa Chek Jawa is a stretch of intertidal flats on Pulau Ubin. Several different ecosystems exists in this small area. About 1.1km of boardwalk trek leads you to the mangroves where families can get close to fiddler crabs and mudskippers as well as the beautiful Nipah palms. At low tide, take a closer look at some of the strange animals that live among the rocky shore including barnacles, crabs and fierce shell-drilling snails. You’ll probably

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kidZos, the official currency of KidZania, and paying for goods and services. NS: What would be your ideal day out in the city? KA: An ideal day out with the family would be one that involves tiring out my kids so that they will sleep early so the wife and I can have

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NS: What new attractions are you most excited about this year? KA: The latest attraction would have to be KidZania Singapore. Opening in April 2016 and spanning over 81,000sqft, KidZania Singapore will offer real-life experiences through over 80 role-play activities in a kid-sized city. More than an indoor theme park, kids can experience role-playing activities like piloting an airplane, putting out fires, being a surgeon or a chef, earning a salary in the form of

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see different species on every return visit to Chek Jawa. The landscape, too, is constantly changing with the tide. 2. Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve An extensive network of trails, viewing towers and observation hides make the Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve the perfect place for families to learn more about mangrove swamps. My kids love walking through the mangrove forest boardwalks. Our fave is the new Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve extension, as it is more kidfriendly, with three different boardwalks. 3. Sisters’ Island Another great retreat for a day of snorkelling in blue waters and camping, Sisters Islands comprises two islands—Big Sister’s Island and Little Sister’s Island. The islands are separated by a narrow channel and are popular with picnic-goers because of their shady palm trees and beach shelters. A permit is needed to camp overnight on the island. Home to Singapore’s first Marine Park, the entire area protects Singapore’s coral reefs which support the ecosystem inhabited by rare and endangered species of seahorses, clams, sponges and other marine life. Visit the intertidal area at Sisters’ Islands Marine Park during low tides of 0.4 metres and below to see the marine life.

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some peaceful couple time together (see next question). But a tiring day out usually means fun for the kids too, because nothing pleases them more than unrestricted play at an outdoor playground. NS: Do you ever get the chance to go out and relax with just your wife? Where is your favourite destination for this? KA: We do make it a point to have breakfast together every weekday so that counts as couple time for us. For us, there really is no favourite destination to head to because we are very happy to be able to sneak a late night supper away from the kids at a nearby roti prata stall. Or perhaps a late night shopping date at the 24-hour Mustafa Centre when the kids are tucked into bed! Kelvin Ang has guest written for Yahoo! Singapore’s Parenting website and was invited as a speaker at the Asian Festival of Children’s Content 2015. He writes regularly for parenting magazines, while his blog www.cheekiemonkie. net was named one of the Singapore’s 10 Most Popular Lifestyle Blogs by a local newspaper in 2013. A father of three, Kelvin is also the co-founder of Daddy Matters, an online community of dads who want to be active and promote active fatherhood for everyone.

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At KidZania Singapore, children are free to be who they want to be. KidZania Singapore is a kid-sized indoor city in Sentosa, where children can feel and work like adults through many different realistic role-play activities. An award-winning global edutainment attraction, KidZania partners real-world brands to bring authenticity to the learning experience. Kids can take on jobs like pilot, surgeon or chef, inspiring them to grow up and be whoever they want to be!

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ON THE ROAD:

KEONG SAIK

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With its artisanal coffee houses, numerous dining spots and lively atmosphere, Keong Saik Road has developed from a notorious red-light district to become one of Singaporeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hottest lifestyle destinations.

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hen one thinks of Keong Saik Road, the images that usually come to mind are cool bars, amazing restaurants, hipster cafĂŠs and trendy boutique hotels. Not many would believe what this picturesque area, with its colourful two and three-storey shophouses, was like a few decades ago. Before 1926, Keong Saik Road was an unnamed residential street where wholesalers of charcoal and groceries stood side-by-side with coffee shops and incense retailers. The road was later named after Tan Keong Saik, a prominent businessman and community leader, in 1926. Later in the century during the 1960s, Keong Saik Road evolved into

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a red-light area with many brothels housed in the three-storey shophouses that line both sides of the street. The clean-up of the Keong Saik area only started after Singapore’s independence in 1965, and by the 1980s, most of the brothels had moved out of the area. During the early 1990s, Keong Saik Road was given conservation status by the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA), 50

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together with neighbouring streets like Bukit Pasoh and Cantonment Road. During that time, the URA also put up several old shophouses for auction so that they would be conserved and modified for commercial use. Since then, the streets more salubrious tenants have been replaced with a growing number of high end establishments and it now offers an eclectic selection of boutique hotels, restaurants, offices and cocktail bars. With its gorgeous architecture – like many designated conservation areas – it presents an intriguing blend of past and present, which should definitely be explored. Old Chinese and Hindu temples, traditional coffee shops and hawker stands sit alongside new age cafes, chic restaurants and some of the city’s more charismatic small hotels. The restaurants, bars, and cafes along Keong Saik offer a multitude of dining options ranging from Malay and Chinese to Mexican and Caribbean, and everything else in between. Housed in the most iconic building in Keong Saik – at the former Tong Ah Kopitiam – Potato Head Folk (36 Keong Saik Road, tel: 6327 1939, pttheadfolk.com) is the first international venture for the creative Jakartabased Potato Head restaurant and lifestyle group. With its four-in-one dining concept, diners can choose either to indulge in gourmet burgers at Three Buns – located on level one and two – or head up to the third level and enjoy a few cocktails at the artsy cocktail club – Studio 1939. There is also a bar on the

building’s lovely open-air rooftop. Touted as a meat lovers’ haven, the modern Australian barbeque, Burnt Ends (20 Teck Lim Road, tel: 6224 3933, burntends.com.sg) is located just off Keong Saik Road on Teck Lim Road. Part owned by Chef Andre Chiang (of awardwinning Restaurant Andre on Bukit Pasoh nearby) and hoteliers Mavis Oei and Loh Lik Peng, Burt Ends was one the first restaurants that really sparked the foodie revolution on Keong Saik (alongside the opening of Jason Atherton’s Esquina, also part-owned owned by Loh Lik Peng.) The speciality here is their extensive selection of delicious meats, cooked in scorching ovens that can go up to 700 degrees Celsius. The menu at Burnt Ends is seasonal – some of our past favourites include the Pork Tomahawk, Apple and Bourbon Glaze, the Rump Cap Burnt Onion and Bone Marrow, the Alfonsino Red Bream and the King Crab and Garlic. Other must-try dishes include the Pulled Pork Burger on Brioche, the Smoked Quail Egg and Caviar, and the Ovenroasted Fennel. Opened by chef-owner Andrew Walsh, previously the head chef at Jason Atherton’s Esquina around the corner, Cure (21 Keong Saik Road, tel: 6221 2189, curesingapore. com) offers affordable yet exquisite monthly tasting menus that put the spotlight on seasonal ingredients. Seating just 40 guests, including a Chef’s Table, this intimate restaurant is popular for both the threecourse lunch menu, priced at $75++ and the five-course dinner tasting menu at $115++.

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Left, clockwise from top: Keong Saik Road and The Pinnacle; Chinatown colours; Hindu temple. Right, clockwise from top: Potato Head Folk; Chef Andrew Walsh; Chris Morris from Lime House, exterior of Luxe.

A seven-course ‘Chef’s Table’ tasting menu is also available at $150++. For March, this gastronomic journey included dishes like Scallop Sashimi, Venison Dumpling, Foie Gras Brûlée, Warm Crab Salad, Flame Grilled Mackerel and Lamb Loin with BBQ Belly, rounded off with Cure Chocolate and Orange. Also part of the Jason Atherton/ Loh Lik Peng empire of local eateries, The Study (49 Keong Saik Road, tel: 6221 8338,

the-study.sg) compliments the speakeasy The Library at the same location. Diners can expect a creative take on British dishes from Chef Danial, such as an Iberico Pork Scotch Egg, Grilled Mackerel with Gooseberry and Red Cabbage and White Chocolate Cranberry Bread and Butter Pudding. Pop in for one of their affordable set lunches between Tuesday and Friday, offering a two-course menu at $25++ and a three-course menu at $30++.

Wash it all down with their selection of delicious cocktails, craft beers or fine wines. Opened by Sydney’s Luxe Brand, LUXE (1 Keong Saik Road, tel: 6221 5615, luxesydney. sg) offers contemporary Australian fare with subtle Asian touches. Helmed by chef Chui Lee Luk, who’s had experience working with Australian chef Kylie Kwong, highlights from the menu include the pork sausage roll with fennel salad, the handmade buffalo mozzarella ravioli and the Luxe Burger, comprising a perfectly-cooked grass-fed beef patty topped with melted cheese and spicy mayo. Singapore’s first Caribbean restaurant, Lime House (2 Jiak Chuan Road, tel: 6222 3130, limehouse.asia) is located along the same stretch as Esquina, just off Keong Saik Road. Opened by Trinidadian Chris Morris, this bar/restaurant offers an array of Caribbean classics such as Jerk Beef Carpaccio, Caribbean Fish Cakes, Jerk Chicken and Red Snapper Escovitch. This casual three-story establishment also houses a dedicated rum bar, an outdoor garden bar and a new breezy rooftop lounge. For those seeking something potent, the ‘Zombie,’ comprising four types of rum, tropical liquers, fresh lime and fruit, is a must-try cocktail. Also located on Jiak Chuan, The Cufflink Club (6 Jiak Chuan, www.nowsingapore.co.id april - may 2016 51

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Above: Shop-houses with high rise backdrop. Below: Coffee shop scene.

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thecufflinkclub.com) is a stylish cocktail bar that was opened by British mixologist Joel Fraser in 2012. At the time there were very few high-end nightlife opportunities available in the area so what could have been seen as a gamble on a quiet street has definitely paid off! Whether you pop in for an aperitif before dinner or a nightcap on the way home, this popular bar is guaranteed to serve some of the best cocktails in the city. We love it for the great drinks and bar snacks and the quirky Alan Partridge radio broadcasts in the toilets. The perfect place for a quick-fix lunch, Muchachos (22 Keong Saik Road, tel: 6220 0458, muchachos.sg) dishes out some of the best burritos on the island. Here diners get to put together their ideal burrito from a selection of proteins, such as grilled chicken, pork, beef, and lamb, and they get to pick toppings like assorted greens, guacamole and Monterey Jack cheese. Treat yourself to a bottle of craft beer or a glass of wine while you enjoy your burrito bliss. Designed like an underground bar, Neon Pigeon (1 Keong Saik Road, tel: 6222 3623, neonpigeonsg.com) is a modern izakaya offering Japanese-inspired sharing plates such as Tokyo Hummus, Chilled Cucumber, Tuna Tartare and much more. Must-try dishes here include their Hamachi Crudo, with Grapefruit, Pomelo, Fried Shallot and Shiso, and their Pan Roasted Grouper, with Sweet Potato Puree, Sesame Soy and Wakame. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss their House Smoked Bacon Rice, with Crispy Pork Skin, Spring Onion and Egg Yolk. On the drinks front, the establishment offers a wide

range of cocktails, sake and Japanese beers and whiskies. Other restaurants and bars worth checking out here include Lollapalooza, Bread & Hearth, Esquina, Restaurant Ember, Afterglow, Taratata Bistrot, Meta and Five Nines (see our reviews). While Keong Saik Road seems to be an area that has it all, offering a wide variety of dining and lifestyle options, it is set for more buzz in 2016. In March, the area was transformed into a hive of activity with interactive installations, art performances and creative workshops. Titled Urban Ventures @ Keong Saik Road (urbanventures.peatix.com), the event is part of the Urban Redevelopment Authorityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (URA) Streets for People programme, aimed to open up the road for the public to enjoy, providing a more human, playful and friendly face to the city. Activities and events for this ongoing programme include music performances curated by Getai Group, yoga classes conducted by Yoga Movement, as well as art installations and video art by local emerging artists from LASALLE College of the Arts. The project is strictly non-commercial and will comprise a series of ongoing monthly road closure events held in April and May. This will see Keong Saik Road transformed into a platform for arts and culture, another great reason to explore this historical neighbourhood. Visitors looking for a place to stay within the area have a good choice of boutique hotels to choose from including Hotel 1929 (hotel1929.com), Dorsett Hotel (Dorsetthotels.com/singapore) and Naumi Liora (naumiliora.com).

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WHERE HERITAGE MEETS MODERNITY Located in the heart of Chinatown, Dorsett Singapore is a contemporary hotel designed for the needs of the discerning traveller. With convenience as key, the hotel is located adjacent to Outram MRT Station, offering easy access to the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s major business hubs and tourist attractions. The 285 spacious rooms favour clean-lined modern minimalism, with fuss-free integrated technology and services and full in-room amenities. Hotel facilities include a fully-equipped gymnasium and an expansive pool deck, which offers spectacular views over the city skyline. On-site dining and neighbouring eateries provide guests with an exclusive lifestyle experience.

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A Constant State of Evolution at Meta By Marissa Trew I Images courtesy of Meta

n a road like Keong Saik, you could pick a restaurant blindfolded but still be quite secure in knowing you’re in for an excellent meal. That being said, competition amongst restaurants vying for diners’ attention is undoubtedly fierce, with each establishment needing to earn their pride of place along the stretch of prime dining real estate. Joining the ranks is Meta – a contemporary restaurant that has slipped its way into a little shop-house and is quickly garnering the attention of the local dining scene. Head Chef Sun Kim has every reason to boast about his culinary track record – having

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worked both at Tetsuya’s in Sydney and Waku Ghin in Singapore – but the soft-spoken chef’s talents speak loudest on the plate. Focusing on modern cuisine with undoubtedly Asian flair in places, every course at Meta is a delicate little creation. Ingredients are well matched, plating is vibrant and appetising, and of course, cooking techniques are handled flawlessly. Nit-pickers could argue that the restaurant lacks a certain level of ambience, as the dark space is illuminated by a single row of lights outside the kitchen and the dark tones of the furniture do little to add to the vibrancy. But eating here, your attention will hardly be on the choice of upholstery. Those fortunate enough to score counter seats in this 30-seater space will be hypnotised by the flurry of tenacious

chefs immaculately preparing each dish whilst hardly making a sound. Like a well-oiled pan, service is slick, warm and steady. All attention is on the staff and most importantly, on the food. On the menu, there is a seasonal ‘prix fixe’ of six- or eight-courses that – as is customary with budding fine dining restaurants – evolves seasonally. As Meta’s name suggests, the kitchen works on the principle of existing in a constant phase of metamorphosis – dynamic and constantly evolving. Whilst we have not yet had the opportunity to sample what delights have arisen come Spring, if the Winter degustation is any indicator, diners are in excellent hands. We began our epicurean foray with what was easily the most voluptuous Irish oyster we

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have had the pleasure of slurping in Singapore. A gamble of a slightly unconventional garnish of lemon, ginger and pomelo yielded very high rewards. Next, a delicately sweet body of Amebi (sweet shrimp) camouflaged amongst a reef of yuzu, apple, and ikura, contrasted with the umami of its perfectly crisp head. Paying tribute to Chef Sun Kim’s Korean background, the Wagyu Beef Tartare embodied a reconstruction of a traditional Korean ‘bibimbap’, where the beef took shelter beneath a nest of crisp, puffed rice, supported by egg yolk spheres and pear kimchi. As is traditional with its namesake, the ingredients were jumbled together to create an admittedly less attractive but far more flavourful bite. Not to the same calibre as the tartare was the Slow Cooked Grass Fed Beef Short Rib. While masterfully cooked, with each morsel of meat melting on the tongue, its accompanying parsnip puree and pickled oyster mushroom simply lacked the collective impact of other courses. It is clear that Meta excels when it comes to handling seafood. A deceptively humblesounding course of Sea Bass, grilled and left floating atop a delicate broth studded with clams and fregola pasta, was simply beautiful and perhaps one of our favourite courses. Proving once again that sometimes simple is best; the quality of each ingredient was left to speak for itself. As for dessert – each of pastry chef Tammy Mah’s creations are modern and exciting. Her rendition of a ‘Cheesecake,’ presented as a golden-yellow ‘bonbon’, encasing a rich filling, was visually impressive and light on the palate. Whilst playing with liquid nitrogen may be considered a bit passé nowadays and a potentially shallow attempt at a bit of ‘razzledazzle’ to some, Mah’s ability to channel plenty of flavour alongside the ‘fun’ is a skill not to be underestimated. The food aside, easily the most remarkable thing about an experience here is the staff’s attention to detail and nuanced approach to every customer. A simple passing remark of beginning to feel full saw the kitchen prepare a lighter alternative to a potentially heavy dessert. A diner’s dietary restrictions are treated more as an opportunity for the chef to get a little creative than as a dampener on your experience. To capture Meta in an oyster shell, it is a restaurant that takes pride in executing every little thing as perfectly as possible. While the restaurant may still be finding its feet in terms of its ‘culinary identity’ on this competitive street, we think the tight-knit and young men and women in the kitchen are out to raise a few eyebrows. Meta, 9 Keong Saik Road, tel: 6513 0898, metarestaurant.sg. www.nowsingapore.co.id april - may 2016 55

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Good as Gold By Jemma Wong Images courtesy of Five Nines

ollowing our focus on Keong Saik (see our main On The Road feature), we visited one of the newest dining establishments to open up in the last couple of months, Five Nines or 999.99. Named after the top grading of pure gold (the owners worked previously in the gold industry), this casual bistro in a converted shop-house has already struck a chord with the Japanese expatriate community. The Chef, Masanao Saito, is Japanese so that should be no surprise, but they are not flocking here for the quality of his sushi or omakase menu. Chef Saito worked for a period as Head Chef in the Japanese embassy in Sweden and the exposure to modern European cuisine has inspired his menu here. The interior of the restaurant is a pleasing blend of modern design. Hints to the owners past industry are plain to see – the dining tables are gold tinged, there’s gold piping brightening up the industrial style ceiling and the bathroom features polished gold furnishings. It’s only a bit over the top so they get away with it. The rest of the interior is part New York,

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part San Francisco, with bare redbrick walls and an open kitchen with counter seating. The menu offers Chef Saito’s take on Mediterranean cuisine. There are Spanish, Italian and French inspired dishes, with diners encouraged to share a selection in a casual tapas style environment. Split into Cold Bites, Hot Bites, Pasta & Risotto, Main Dishes and Desserts, the a la carte menu is available in the evenings with the daily five-course set menu. At lunch only a two-course set menu ($19.80++) is offered. Both the lunch and dinner set menus are extremely affordable, with the fivecourse dinner menu available at only $59++. At this price, the quality of the ingredients featured in the dishes is remarkable. In the ‘Cold Bites’ section, try the Tuna and Peach Salad, a refreshing dish of sashimi grade sliced tuna served with ikura, cherry tomatoes, tomato jelly and sweet peach. Alternatively, the Burrata and Tomato Salad offers soft creamy burrata with tomato jelly, cherry and sundried tomatoes, tangerine segments and a pesto dressing. Here the sundried tomatoes add a dimension to the flavour that combines beautifully with the tangerine for a citrus hit. Both dishes illustrate Chef Saito’s philosophy of using simple quality ingredients that compliment each other perfectly. Other choices in this section include an Octopus and Green Capsicum Caponata and a Wagyu Carpaccio. The Pasta and Risotto Section offers dishes like Tiger Prawn Risotto, Chilled Caviar Capellini and a decadently creamy Truffle Cream Risotto with Foie Gras. Don’t fill up on pasta though as the Mains feature two of Chef Saito’s signature dishes – the Lobster Gratin and the Smokey Lamb and Eggplant. The Lobster Gratin is a deliciously rich and creamy dish, served with a cheesy béchamel sauce. Priced at less than $25, this is a must order but make sure you’re quick as there are only 20 available every day. Those who appreciate a bit of an entrance will love the lamb dish, which is served in a glass dome filled with aromatic apple and sakura woodchip

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smoke. Once the dome is whisked away, diners can enjoy wonderfully smoky lamb chops, served with eggplant puree, roasted eggplant and slices of sweet poached pear. As a flavour combination, this works surprisingly well. Other mains include a Beef Tenderloin with Foie Gras, a Pork Loin with Celeriac Puree and a Grilled Swordfish with Spring Onion. If you have room for dessert, the Lemon Granita and Mango Panna Cotta is a fine way to end the proceedings as is the Peach Melba, a martini glass of mascarpone cream, poached peaches, raspberry coulis and raspberry ice cream. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s five nines out of ten from us! Five Nines, 29 Keong Saik Road, tel: 6221 7098, fivenines.sg www.nowsingapore.co.id april - may 2016 57

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On The Grill By Luke Finn Images courtesy of The Chop House

rought to you from the same people behind the popular high end Wooloomooloo Steak house, The Chop House has recently opened a new outlet in Singapore at I12 Katong shopping centre. Like Wooloomooloo, the focus here is very much on the grill, with a menu offering a wide choice of meat dishes at very competitive prices. Due to its location in a residential area, on a dining stretch that includes Wine Connection and the French bistro/bakery ABC, the prices at The Chophouse reflect the environment – this is a casual eatery with good food that won’t break the bank. Housed on the ground floor of I12, The Chop House features a modern industrial style decor. There’s an open kitchen, a craft beer bar corner and a choice of indoor or outdoor seating. It’s spacious and inviting, exactly the place you’re looking for if you’re after a decent burger or steak with some drinks. “We wanted to create a casual environment for guests to feel at home and relaxed, with good food that is simple but produced well,” says the Wooloomooloo General Manager Jack Fraser. “We want to remain competitive and be good value but quality is something we really focus on, be it the service we offer or the food we cook.” It’s not all meat though – the kitchen is in tune with the times and offers a choice of more healthy option, including their Naughty or Nice $15++ lunch, which features either a hearty burger or a nutritious paleo salad, depending on your mood. Here protein includes pan-fried salmon or grass-fed tenderloin, served with greens, avocado and orange segments and accompanied by a cold-pressed juice. “Apart from our meat dishes, we have lighter choices like our barramundi fillet, Mussels Mariniere, freshly shucked oysters and

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Mediterranean dishes like Burrata served with vine ripened tomatoes and basil pesto.” However it’s not paleo salads that most diners come to the Chop House for. As the restaurant’s name and interior wall and pillar diagrams denote, it’s all about the best cuts of pork, beef and lamb here, with some sausages, pasta and seafood choices thrown in for good measure. If you must have greens to start, we’d recommend the Filet Mignon Salad - with tender pan-fried beef, arugula, romaine lettuce, fennel, baby spinach, roasted peppers and cherry tomatoes in an aioli dressing, it might provide some guilt-free peace of mind before you feast on more naughty treats. One of these treats would be the Crispy Pork Belly, a decadently crunchy temptation well worth trying. Another good sharing dish as an appetizer is the Mussels Mariniere, served in a traditional broth of white wine, garlic, shallots, celery and parsley. Mains can also be shared and there is a selection of meat platters available, including the excellent Pork Knuckle Platter. This huge 1.2kg knuckle is served with smoked BBQ baby back ribs, assorted sausages, coleslaw and truffle potato salad and is ideal to be enjoyed with friends. Beef dishes are also strong, including a New Zealand Grass Fed Sirloin, an Australian Grass Fed Tenderloin and a USDA Prime Grain Fed Rib Eye. The kitchen uses the same Southbend broiler to sear their meats as Wooloomooloo, ensuring a similar high quality at a fraction of the cost. As you’d expect, the burgers off the grill are also popular. We especially liked the Aussie Burger, a patty served with beetroot, onion jam, bacon, and lettuce, tomato and sunny-side up egg – simple but delicious. Desserts include Churros, Apple Strudel Tortillas and a Banana Split but we’d recommend the Hot Chocolate Brownie. Served with vanilla ice cream, this moist rich chocolate adventure is the perfect way to end a meal of sinful pleasure. The Chop House, 112 East Coast Road, tel: 6443 1011, the-chop-house.com

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Haute Cuisine on Marina Bay By Jemma Wong Images courtesy of Me@OUE

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t’s hard to understand how a dynamic rooftop restaurant and outdoor bar terrace, with a stunning location overlooking Marina Bay, has managed to remain something of a hidden jewel since it opened its doors two years ago. Popular amongst a select few in the local business community, Me@OUE has so far escaped the tourist crowds drawn to other dining landmarks in the area like CÉ LA VI and Level 33. To those who discovered this dining gem soon after it opened, the secret has been worth keeping – there are not many places in Singapore that offer such an elevated dining experience in such breathtaking surroundings. Located in the OUE building close to The Fullerton Bay Hotel, the restaurant features a spacious outdoor terrace bar that looks out over the water towards the towers of Marina Bay Sands. Here guests can

enjoy an evening aperitif while watching the light fade across the bay. At the bar, the team has created a selection of hand-crafted cocktails to compliment the bar’s excellent wine list, the perfect accompaniment to a sunset vista. This is an establishment that takes its drinks list seriously, as entry to the restaurant will confirm – the corridor from the lift takes guests past a wine cellar containing some of the world’s finest vintages, a exciting taster of things to come. The menu offers a unique selection of three different world cuisines, French, Japanese and Chinese. With esteemed international chefs creating the separate menus (Michelin Star Chef Jérémy Gillon worked on the French menu and Chef Chen Kentaro refined the restaurant’s Chinese menu), the restaurant features an open kitchen where all dishes are prepared, providing an alternative visual feast to the view outside. Designed by the creative force that is Super Potato,

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the interior is stylish but not stuffy, a place to enjoy good food and wine in a classy but relaxed environment. With lots of space, floor to ceiling windows and a modern design motif, it’s an ideal location for a long lunch or evening out with friends or business colleagues. The kitchen offers an a la carte selection in the evening and either a two- or three-course set lunch ($48++, $58++). Each of the three cuisines featured offers a choice of five appetizers and five main courses, which can be mixed as the diner wishes. Start your meal with dishes like the French Foie Gras Terrine with Quince Marmalade, Mint, Caramelized Hazelnut, Coffee Salt and Toasted Brioche. Alternatively try the Chinese Soft Shell Crab with Avocado, Tomato, Mango Mayonnaise and Plum Sauce or the Japanese Kani Salad, which features Crab Claw, Bonito Vinaigrette Jelly, Japanese Yam, Water Shield and Tomato. Recently added to the menu, this is a light refreshing dish with tender crabmeat and a delicious smokiness. For main courses, another notable new dish is the wonderfully flavourful French Pistachio Crusted Lamb Rack, served with Saffron Turnip, Beetroot Gelee, Green Pea Puree, Crispy Polenta and Lamb Jus. This dish pairs very well with the fruity Château de la Roulerie ‘Les Merances’ Cabernet Franc, available by the glass or bottle. If you like a bit of spice, we’d recommend the Braised Cod Fish on the Chinese menu, a Szechuan dish with Dried Scallop, Bean Curd Skin, Yellow Chives Vermicelli and thick slices of marinated Red Chilli. This is a deceptive dish that starts very lightly on the palate, with soft flakes of cod in a fragrant broth, with the heat from the chillies slowly creeping up

for a fabulous heaty finish (best paired with a glass of the Carnuntum Markowitsch Chardonnay from Austria). For mains from the Japanese menu, try the Buta Katarosu Yaki, a tender wholesome dish of Grilled Kagoshima Pork, Onion Gravy, Young Potatoes, Mushrooms, Carrots and Broccoli. If you have room for dessert, don’t miss the newly introduced Raspberry Coconut Lamington, with Lychee Gelee and a refreshingly tart Calamansi Sorbet. Paired with the Mt. Difficulty Long Gully Late Harvest Riesling, this is a fabulous way to end your dinner. Me@OUE, 50 Collyer Quay, tel: 6634 4555, me-oue.com

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My Favourite Five:

Vegetarian Restaurants By Felicia Chia Images courtesy of participating outlets

Going for a vegetarian meal in Singapore doesn’t mean that good taste has to be sacrificed as there is an excellent selection of restaurants available. Catering to either vegetarian or vegan diets, these dining establishments offer a good choice of healthy yet flavoursome meatless meals. Here we list our top five favourites in no particular order.

Afterglow by Anglow

Best for a chilled evening with a group of friends. Take the farm-to-table raw food concept, mix it up with a decent selection of craft beers and serve it up with an industrial chic décor and what do you get? You get a ‘rawesome’ experience at Afterglow, the (mostly) raw food restaurant located on the dining hub of Keong Saik Road. Avocado features heavily in their dishes (nothing wrong with that) and there’s even an option to add extra, which is good news for fans of this superfood. The deconstructed ‘sushi’ bowl is surprisingly delicious considering there is no sushi involved. Instead it involves a generous serving of seasoned black rice with shredded carrot, edamame, and slices of avocado and shitake, sprinkled with sesame seeds and nori seaweed. This is served with lightly pickled cucumber rounds and a

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dressing made of miso and avocado. The raw taco bowl and the curried cauliflower soup should also not be missed. At the end of your meal, do yourself a favour and order the raw chocolate salted caramel fudge, featuring raw avocado and cacao, layered with sesame-based tahini cream and a vanilla-medjool sweetened crust – it’s truly amazing that something that tastes this good isn’t (that) bad for you. If you aren’t tempted by their selection of craft beers and wines (and cold pressed juices for those abstaining from alcohol), there is always the option to pop out to one of the multitude of cocktail bars in the area for a nightcap. Afterglow by Anglow, 24 Keong Saik Road, tel: 6224 8921, afterglow.sg

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Original Sin

Best for a romantic dinner date for two. Located in the tranquil Chip Bee Gardens, Original Sin is an old favourite amongst vegetarians in Singapore. It was one of the first Western vegetarian restaurants to open in Singapore and offers a diverse Mediterranean-inspired menu, with many interesting options to pick from. With inside or al fresco dining, and a sizeable wine list, the restaurant is a perfect pick for a weekend evening meal. Start with the Mezze Platter For Two, which offers a good selection of Middle Eastern treats like falafel, pita with hummus, baba ganoush and yogurt tzatziki. Alternatively, try their Pomelo Salad, which features romaine and lettuce tossed with crispy tofu, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, capsicum, green beans and roasted cashew nuts in a tangy chilli lime dressing. On our visit we felt slightly spoilt for choice when it came to choosing a main so our waiter’s recommendation of the moussaka, lasagne and the bosco misto came in extremely handy, and they did not disappoint. The lasagna was a flavourful blend of button mushrooms, spinach, onion, zucchini, capsicum, tomato, mozzarella and fresh basil, topped with shaved parmesan, while the Moussaka offered char-grilled eggplant, potato, tomato and lentils, infused with spices and topped with a creamy white sauce. It would be a sin indeed to leave without trying some of the restaurant’s desserts. We’d recommend the tiramisu or the chocolate lava cake, the perfect way to end your (almost) guilt-free evening. Original Sin, 43 Jalan Merah Saga, Chip Bee Gardens, tel: 6475 5605, original sin.com.sg

Joie by Dozo

Best for a romantic soiree. Located on the rooftop of Orchard Central, Joie by Dozo is brought to you by the same team behind the renowned Dozo restaurant, known for its innovative modern Japanese-inspired cuisine. Joie by Dozo offers a similar culinary inspiration albeit a meatless variety, serving up creative tasting menus designed to highlight the multitude of flavours and textures that vegetables offer when prepared with skill. Compared with the other restaurants we’ve mentioned, Joie by Dozo offers more of a fine dining experience, with each dish offering beautifully presented refined cuisine. To enjoy this vegetable gastronomy, diners can sit inside or eat al fresco on the breezy terrace, overlooking the shiny towers of Somerset and Orchard Road. The menu offers an eclectic mix of Japanese, Italian and French inspired dishes. Starters include creations like the Zucchini Tower, a stack of zucchini with crème cheese, truffle mayo, puff pastry medallion and a beetroot sphere. Or try the Vegetable Sashimi on Ice with Quail Egg Shooter Glass, an intricate dish of coconut, konjac, aloe vera and pear sashimi. For mains, enjoy dishes like the Truffle Risotto, with black truffle, cepes and edamame with mascarpone cream and parmesan crisp or the Polenta Castle, with pan-seared polenta cake with silken tofu, tomato, broccolini and red capsicum sauce. We’d recommend a recent addition to the menu, the Grilled Bai Ling Mushroom Steak on Pu-Ye Hot Stone, which offers the closest taste to a perfectly cooked steak you’ll find here, served with a smoky truffle dip. Desserts are equally creative, including a Truffle Creme Brulee and a delicious Red Wine Poached Pear with Vanilla Ice Cream. Joie by Dozo, 12-01 Orchard Central, tel: 6838 6966, joierestaurant.com.sg www.nowsingapore.co.id april - may 2016 63

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Loving Hut

Best for a casual lunch or dinner. You can’t help but get a warm, sunny feeling as you walk into Loving Hut, a 100% vegan restaurant located along Joo Chiat Road. With white bricked walls and a colour scheme of bright greens and yellows, the café offers a cute cosy space for a healthy feast. It seems so unique, you would not know it was part of an international franchise of vegan restaurants (there are more than 200 outlets worldwide). Although part of a franchise, each restaurant is privately owned and the menus vary according to location with the Joo Chiat outlet offering a fairly even mix of Western and Asian organic and vegan dishes. Using as many organic and non-GMO ingredients as possible, the restaurant also sources as much produce as possible from local suppliers. The menu offers an eclectic choice of nutritious dishes, including stand-out dishes like the Quinoa Burger, the Nasi Campur and the Bali Bliss Salad. The lasagne is also worth a try if it is available – it’s often sold out early, a testament to how good it is. The café also offers other interesting and tasty twists on local favourites like (meatless) mee pok and nonya laksa. To wash down all this goodness, enjoy a fresh coconut or a glass of their ‘miracle juice,’ a blend of beetroot, apple, carrot and pineapple, which is so full of goodness, it’s almost a meal in itself. Or for something unique, try their range of alcohol-free ‘Vegan Beer,’ a choice of black, white or lemon flavoured brews served in a chilled glass – cheers! Loving Hut, 229 Joo Chiat Road, tel: 6348 6318, lovinghut.com.sg 64

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Whole Earth Vegetarian Restaurant Best for a hearty family meal.

Even those who grimace at the thought of a meatless meal will enjoy the tasty Thai-Peranakan vegetarian dishes available at Whole Earth. Located in Tanjong Pagar just off the emerging dining hub of Tras Street, this health conscious restaurant has been drawing in hungry hordes since 2003 for its unique cuisine and skilled kitchen staff. Stand-out dishes on the menu include their amazing Penang Rendang, a pan-fried mushroom in a delicious spicy sauce that tastes exactly like it should. Also worth ordering is the Sambal King, with lady’s fingers, eggplant and long beans prepared in their secret chilli sauce. Take the heat out of your palate with their yummy Olive Fried Rice or the Yam Treasure Ring, a mixture of yam, lily bulb, capsicum, celery, cashew nut and King Abalone mushroom. Other favourites include the Nyonya Curry (which takes a long eight hours of slow cooking preparation), the Kong Bah, made with mushrooms, and served with man tou (steamed white buns) for dipping into the rich, thick sauce, and the Braised Monkeyhead Mushrooms – the juicy and texture of this dish almost had us fooled into thinking we were eating meat. Due to Whole Earth’s popularity, we’d advise making reservations as it can be very packed at lunch and dinner times. Whole Earth Vegetarian Restaurant, 76 Peck Seah Street, tel: 6323 3308, wholeearth.com.sg

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Late Night Dessert and Edible Art By Marissa Trew I Images courtesy of Janice Wong

With a mouth full of chocolate, we spoke with Janice Wong – the mastermind behind 2am:dessertbar – to uncover what inspires her, how her ever-changing philosophy drives her forward and the one dessert that will always remain true to her heart.

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NS: How old were you when you started seriously considering cooking as a career? JW: I was probably about 22. And I never looked back. I went overseas to train – to Paris, New York, Chicago, Spain – working with different chefs and different kitchens. Since then the business has evolved so much and there’s a lot on my plate right now. NS: What ignited your passion in the very beginning? JW: I think it’s more of a journey. My parents influenced me a lot. They’re big foodies so we’d go around and choose the best food. I have a huge passion for sweets for sure and I think it all started when I

grew up in Japan. I always ate choux puffs and these delicious sweets and cakes. Their cream is so different. The sugar and the confectionaries are so different from here. They keep their traditions through so many generations. It’s always amazing going back to Japan. I travel to Japan a lot with my family as it was a huge influence on me. I always go to Tokyo but I also really like the coast… the Setouchi region is really beautiful. NS: Is this how you imagined your career developing? JW: No, I think you never see where you are at, especially with me being so competitive.

I’m always trying to do something different. The main thing is that at 2am, I’m thinking of new things to do and always challenging myself. I get bored very easily. NS: When you look back, is there anything you wish you had done differently? JW: I think that if you try and change your past, then the future is already different. I always look forward. I never ever look back. Looking back is just a reflection, looking forward is more progressive. Looking so ‘fast forward’ that people can’t catch you. Even my team find it very hard to grasp what I’m trying to do. Even I sometimes don’t know what I’m trying to do. www.nowsingapore.co.id april - may 2016 67

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NS: So what inspires your creations when you start from scratch? Where do you draw your ideas? JW: Nature plays a big part. I immerse myself in nature to take in the forms and the colours. I even challenge my perceptions, for example ‘going blind’. I get inspired by fashion too – I love Coco Chanel and think she’s a great inspiration. I have her quote in my office, “I don’t make fashion, I am fashion.” NS: Is there a creation you consider to be your favourite, one that is particularly close to your heart? JW: My current favourite would have to be the Cassis Plum – the dish that I entered on MasterChef Asia – because it was created without reference. I basically took ingredients and made something new. Usually you follow a recipe, and you’re always looking at other recipes. So just taking raw ingredients and making something different is the most difficult thing to do. NS: Is there a particular ingredient you love to work with more than others? JW: Chocolate. I love making chocolates and I’m very glad I have the platform here to do it every day. NS: What is your favourite flavour to blend with chocolate? JW: There are so many possibilities but I love caramel and chocolate – it’s a marriage that can’t be beaten. NS: In the past you have done caviar and chocolate (to contrast salty and sweet), so do you stick with flavour bases and mix and match when experimenting? JW: I have a whole mind map. There are a lot of disasters and a lot of trial and error

but we experiment almost every day. I can’t remember any disasters right now but typically things that are too harsh on the palate don’t work. I think I did something once with black garlic… as a sweet. NS: You have a lot of work featuring edible art. How did you decide between art and dessert? JW: Well I was always interested in both but honestly, it really merged together in 2011 when I launched the book, “Perfection in Imperfection.” I had to feed 400 people for the book launch and I wanted everyone to ‘taste the book,’ so we created massive edible installations. So for example, I would take a page with a recipe featuring Marshmallows for instance and I would recreate it on a wall so everybody could eat them. NS: You also recently returned from a trip to Spain where you spent time with the renowned Roca brothers. What did you do there? JW: I went there for five days as part of a culinary exchange. I was introduced to their family and learned about their craft and their philosophy. It was more about learning their philosophy than any kind of skill set. What I always want to capture is a philosophy. It’s the gist of everything, like ‘how are you going to approach an apple’ kind of thing. Everybody approaches an apple differently. NS: What would you say your own philosophy is? JW: I think philosophies will always keep evolving with time, culture and exposure. I grew up overseas in Hong Kong and Japan, and that allowed me to be exposed to a lot of cultures. I kept moving around, going to four different primary schools and two different secondary

schools, so it was always about adaptation. And then my palate kept changing, from being exposed to delicious creams and seafood in Japan, then going back to Hong Kong where it was lot of eggs, oil, deep-fried food and fresh seafood. Hong Kong cuisine is so different from Japanese cuisine. I kept doing that for the last eight years of my childhood, before I came back to Singapore. Another factor that has helped me is the discipline involved in competitive sport. When I was younger I played squash for 12 or 13 years for Singapore. So I would train every day – some days more than once – and entered around 14 competitions a year. The training was very intense and really pushed me to a new level. It became so engrained in me so it just comes naturally with the discipline and the focus in what I do. I’ve always been very curious and inquisitive. NS: Are you doing anything for the World Gourmet Summit this year? JW: This year I‘ve been included in the Hall of Fame. When they sent me the e-mail informing me, I thought oh no, I’m so old! But looking back I’m not that old yet! NS: What are your current projects? JW: We have just released the Singapore Signature Series of chocolates, which includes local flavours like laksa leaf, lemongrass, chilli padi, kaffir lime and even bak kwa (barbeque pork). In Hong Kong, we open a full-fledged restaurant on March 22 so I have been working on the menu everyday. The outlet in Japan opens on April 15. We began planning the Japan outlet almost two years ago and Hong Kong came along a year later. I didn’t choose the timing! 2am:dessertbar, Holland Village, 21A Lorong Liput, tel: 6291 9727, 2amdessertbar.com www.nowsingapore.co.id april - may 2016 69

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Creaming It By Priyanka Agarwal Images courtesy of participating outlets

We love Singapore’s selection of small batch creameries that churn out frozen desserts in the most delightful of flavours and here is why...

ICE-CREAM CHEFS

Here is another local ice-cream brand that has stood the test of time. They opened their original outlet along East Coast Road in 2007 (now closed) and have since been growing onwards and upwards, expanding their number of outlets and working towards getting halal-certified… all the while still churning out gallons of delicious ice cream. The concept here is adding freshly mixedin toppings to their standard repertoire of flavours (they have 58 active flavours, and about 10 in store at any time that are rotated regularly). If you order Oreos & Cream, the biscuit bits are mixed in upon order on a frozen ‘chef’s rock.’ You can also create your own flavours from mix-ins like fruits, nuts, biscuits, cookies, candy and more. Our pick is the Kaya Lotee – the base flavour is a pandan kaya ice cream, with breadcrumbs mixed in to mimic the flavour of our favourite breakfast sandwich. You might find similar freshly mixed ice creams in Orchard Road’s malls, but this is preservative-free and they use only Meiji fresh milk. The neighbourhood charm, less restricted opening hours and the ‘made with love’ touch gives the concoctions here an added deliciousness. Ice-Cream Chefs, 12 Jalan Kuras (and two other outlets), tel: 6458 4849, icecreamchefs.com

ou could call them artisanal, as they are mostly free of factory packaging and complicated preservation methods. The flavours range from the safe and standard, to the creative and bizarre (did someone say salted egg yolk ice-cream?). While some of these ice-cream institutions are centrally located and easily accessible, in recent years, Singapore has seen a surge of independent ice-creameries setting up shop in ‘ulu’ (Singlish for, out of the way) neighbourhoods, with lower rents being the main draw. Location has not deterred the crowds from making the journey for a scoop or two of their favourite flavour. At popular outlets, where quality is consistent and prices are sensible, there is a strong following for their fun and fabulous flavours. It was a tough job to pick seven of our favourite places but we were happy to do the hard work, emptying cups and cones for your benefit. 70

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UDDERS

The Udders empire began as a single store in 2007 and has since grown to seven outlets (including a cafe, and a kiosk within Gardens By the Bay). Udders are known for their handprepared and churned ice-cream and flavours like Mao Shan Wang Durian, Tira-Miss-U, Rum Rum Raisin and Baileys & Bourbon are standard orders for their loyal customers. Their popular Upper Thomson Road outlet is packed to the brim till closing time (Sunday – Thursday at 1am and Friday – Saturday at 2am). They use natural ingredients and fruit wherever possible, from fresh strawberries to the classic local favourite, durian. Also popular are their adults-only, boozy flavours, an ideal choice for a nightcap (some of them contain up to 5% volume of the good stuff). Have them topped onto a freshly made waffle and there isn’t a more delicious way to enjoy a shot of rum (or Baileys, or bourbon for that matter). Udders, 246D Upper Thomson Road (six other outlets), tel: 6452 0803, udders.com.sg

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ISLAND CREAMERY

Step into their Serene Centre outlet and you get the feeling that the room is full of regulars. Everyone knows their favourite flavour and the staff serve these with a smile, like they have been doing since 2003. Island Creamery was one of the first on the scene to create freshly made ice cream with local flavours and those are still the top draw. Their Pulut Hitam (black glutinous rice porridge with coconut milk) and Teh Tarik flavours have many admirers, and taste exactly as they should – like icy versions of the real thing. They also take the local love up a notch with their Tiger Sorbet creation, made with Singapore’s home-grown beer. This is refreshing with the unmistakable bitter notes of Tiger Beer. There are outlets in Sengkang’s Compass Point, Holland Village and Joo Chiat (pictured), but their Bukit Timah outlet buzzes the most with the charm of an old school creamery, and we would not have it any other way. Island Creamery, 01-03 Serene Centre, 10 Jalan Serene (and three other outlets), tel: 6468 8859, islandcreamery.com

THE DAILY SCOOP TOM’S PALETTE

We’ll be honest, Tom’s Palette is the only reason we would ever visit the dated office building that is Shaw Towers on Beach Road. The other handful of eateries here cannot draw in the crowds that Tom’s Salted Egg Yolk Ice Cream can. The recipe of their success is a simple one – they have been churning out consistently good ice-cream since 2005 and their small batch concoctions use the traditional recipe of eggs, milk, cream and sugar. What’s more, they make everything themselves (ice cream included, obviously); the sauces, cakes, brownies are all made in house to control the taste and texture of the final product. No colouring, flavouring or added stabilisers are used. This is why their most popular flavour, the Salted Egg Yolk, may not look as yellow as you’d expect, but the sweet salty flavours, salted egg bits and rich creaminess are top notch. Other wacky concoctions to come out of their churners include White Chocolate with Nori and Parmesan Cheese and Crackers. Apart from their choice of more traditional ice creams, they are always coming up with new flavours ensuring that each visit is a pleasant, flavourful surprise. Tom’s Palette, 01-25 Shaw Tower, 100 Beach Road, tel: 6296 5239, tomspalette.com.sg

They began serving scoops of their icy treats from their first store in sleepy Sunset Way, all the way back in 2004. Over the years, The Daily Scoop has expanded to outlets across the island in Holland Village, Sembawang and most recently in the central Dhoby Ghaut area at SOTA (School of The Arts). Loyal fans have been making trips to their neighbourhood outlets to get their fix, and rightfully so. The Surprising Coconut flavour has no match in the city. It is light, not too cloying, rich in coconut flavour and peppered with actual bits of coconut flesh. All of the ice cream is largely egg-free (unless there is a baked good mixed in) and is made with low fat milk whilst managing to retain a surprisingly creamy texture. Everything is made in-store with seasonal fruits, local ingredients and is completely free of artificial flavouring and colouring. Other popular flavours to try are the Utterly Avocado, Cha Earl Grey and a good old Simply Chocolate.

to come by. No matter, happy customers take their orders and sit on nearby park benches, sidewalks or bus stops – basically anywhere they can, to enjoy the delightful scoops Creamier dishes out. It’s really no surprise that this ice-cream parlour uses natural ingredients with no artificial colourings or flavourings. Every scoop and tub is made in-store in a process that is still largely hand made. Their signature flavours include a Sea Salt and Gula Melaka, a tub of which we could happily polish off in one sitting (and still want more) and a creamy, decadent Cookies & Cream. Creamier’s popular flavours are also available at their new dessert cafe, Sunday Folks at Chip Bee Gardens. While they have expanded to a larger space there, it still isn’t big enough to contain all the fans of their ice cream so be warned, long queues are standard at both outlets. Creamier, 01-835, Block 128 Toa Payoh Lorong 1, tel: 6250 1476, creamier.com.sg

BROWNICE

Ice cream made with brown rice? We can see why you might be sceptical; we were too. This home-grown brand serves up scoops of ice-cream made from organic brown rice milk, fruits and nuts. They’re perfect for vegans and those with food intolerances as they are dairy-free, egg-free and there’s never really a downside to being all-natural. Plus, bonus points for being healthier, low-fat and guilt-free! The flavour, however, is not compromised at all. They are not as creamy as regular store-bought options, but we were pleasantly surprised at the rich taste and light texture. Pick your flavour wisely, as that is what determines the ‘creaminess’ of the ice cream. We especially like their D24 durian flavour – it is strong, pungent and a very pleasant assault on the senses (if you like durian, that is). Brownice, 01-03 Sin Ming Centre, 8 Sin Ming Road (and one other outlet), tel: 6456 6431, brownice.com

The Daily Scoop, 01-04 Clementi Arcade, 41 Sunset Way (and three other outlets), tel: 6463 3365, thedailyscoop.com.sg

CREAMIER

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A Good Brew Images courtesy of Gryphon Tea Company

NS: How did you find yourself working in the tea business? LTW: After graduating from school, I was focused in finding a job that would stir my passion for food. I ended up working for a FMCG MNC with a strong portfolio of both foods and non-foods. After working eight years in the corporate world, I felt it was time to take my working experience and apply it to the family business. NS: Has your family always had a historical relationship with tea import/export? LTW: My great grandparents came from Anxi, Fujian Province to Nanyang (Southern Seas) in search for a better life for the family. They brought along their children, culture and way of life. It was natural that the business they engaged in was trading with their hometown. Tea is an important primary produce in Anxi and many migrants from the Fujian province were early traders of Chinese teas. NS: How would you describe the Gryphon Tea Company range? LTW: Gryphon Tea Company offers a wide range of teas. From Black, Fruit Tisane, Green, Herbs, Herbal Tisane, Oolong, Pu’Erh, Rooibos and White, you can find almost everything here. Just a few months ago, we launched our brand new website, with the aim of expanding overseas and developing a more globalised platform. We will be working on strengthening our content creation, developing innovative recipes with tea which go beyond the usual tea drinking culture, taking it to a whole new level.

As the popularity of tea continues to grow in Singapore, we spoke to one of the major players in the local tea industry, Lim Tian Wee, the Executive Director and Founder of Gryphon Tea Company. Part of Lim Lam Thye Pte Ltd, a family-owned tea importer which dates back almost a century, Gryphon Tea Company was started by Lim Tian Wee in 2006. As a fourth generation family member, he started the new brand on his own, and over the past decade has built a solid reputation for the quality and diversity of the Gryphon range. 72

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NS: Where are the teas from Gryphon Tea Company mainly sourced? Who chooses which tea to feature? LTW: The teas from Gryphon Tea are sourced from all over the world. We only choose the best teas available, working with major producers like India, Sri Lanka, China and Japan. As the master blender of Gryphon Tea Company, I am the main person who chooses which teas to feature. Coming from a family of tea merchants, I spent most of my school holidays working in the business, from packaging tea for a daily wage of $5 to working in the warehouse and making deliveries. There is an affinity between tea and me – it’s not just a job, but a passion for me. NS: How many different blends do you offer? Do you have plans to release new blends in the near future? LTW: From loose leave tea to sachets, our range adds up to over 200 types of different teas. For our sachet teas, also known as the Artisan Selection, there are currently 19 flavours, including our limited edition Singapura Spice. Singapura Spice is a limited edition blend to commemorate our nation’s Golden Jubilee year. We were approached by Singapore Tourism Board to specially create a tea to represent our nation’s people and culture. The loose leave teas sold at Gryphon Tea Company come in two selections – the Gourmet Selection and the Grand Cru Selection. The Gourmet Selection is

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blended teas meticulously crafted for the perfect taste and flavour. The Grand Cru Selection is single estate tea, using only premium range leaves from selected plantations in India, Sri Lanka, China and Japan. We definitely have plans to continue releasing new blends. To remain competitive, it is essential to keep up with the fast changing trends of the tea business. Keep a look out for our new teas, especially as it is our 10th anniversary this year. NS: Has there been a swing towards tea drinking in recent years or has the business maintained a steady growth? LTW: We have definitely seen a swing towards tea drinking in recent years. This is due to a change in consumers’ lifestyles. With the importance placed on staying healthy, the health benefits of tea have helped this growth. Since Gryphon Tea Company’s launch in 2006, the business has been growing steady and strongly. With more new flavours and products in the pipeline, I am very positive that Gryphon Tea Company will continue to grow strongly. NS: Should your range of teas be drunk at different times during the day? LTW: I would choose to start-off the day with a richly brewed hot black tea, followed by a mild green tea or white tea. At night, it’s best to go for a cup of good Rooibos tea. Rooibos is caffeine-free and hence, consumers need not worry about not being able to sleep at night. NS: Is there a swing towards healthy herbal teas? What are the benefits of herbal tea? LTW: Yes there is, mainly because herbal teas are non-caffeinated, and have many benefits. Herbal teas are known for their medicinal qualities, helping with cold, indigestion or even nausea. The health benefits are never ending and each herbal tea has its own unique medicinal qualities. For example, chamomile contains nerve-soothing, stress-relieving and anti-inflammatory properties. It also helps boost

immunity. However herbal teas are not the only kinds of tea with health benefits. Take Pu’Erh for example, which is said to help lower cholesterol and blood sugar, aiding weight loss. One popular Pu’Erh on our online store is the Imperial Pu’Erh - a high-grade Pu’Erh of fully oxidised dark brown and golden leaves. NS: How important is the brewing process for a perfect cup of tea? LTW: The brewing process is the key to the art of tea drinking. The key important things to take note are: 1. The amount of teas to use for the different tea types. 2. The temperature. 3. The brewing timing.

NS: Do you think tea will ever be as popular as coffee in Singapore? LTW: In the past, there were more coffee drinkers than tea drinkers but in recent years, we have seen an increasing number of tea drinkers here. This is due to the health benefits I mentioned. Generally, teas are usually more popular among women. I don’t believe it’s impossible for tea to become more popular than coffee. For non-tea drinkers who would like to indulge in healthy living, we recently launched our brand new website, which includes the “Discover Tea” section, (gryphontea. com/discover-tea/). Whether you are a non-tea drinker or a seasoned tea drinker, we hope this section will help you discover more tea blends and flavours to enjoy.

Clockwise from the top: A guide to great tasting teas; Lim Keng Tong, Tian Wee’s father, at a Vietnam tea plantation; the Artisan Family of tea; a sales certificate.

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Cocktails IN THE Kitchen

Juliet’s Secret by Manhattan A drink devoted to his beloved grandmother Juliet, Senior Bartender Cedric Mendoza crafted this elixir of life after learning of her life-long habit of munching on pistachios. Cleverly combining the nuttiness of Pistachio Orgeat syrup with the savoury characteristics of tomato, pineapple and mushroom, this dark rum-based cocktail is as dynamic as the great lady herself!

Ingredients 45 ml Ron Zacapa 23 5ml Pedro Ximénez 25 ml House-made Pistachio Orgeat syrup 15 ml Fresh lime Garnish: Powdered tomato, pineapple and mushroom. (If making your own, the ingredients are first dehydrated)

Method By Marissa Trew Images courtesy of participating outlets

arch memories may be slightly hazy as Singapore welcomed the second annual Singapore Cocktail Week from March 12 to 19 2016. After suitably being liquored up by the likes of the nation’s (and the world’s) greatest bartenders, we wanted to take a shot at recreating our favourites at home. So, we paid yet another visit to some of the nation’s top watering holes to get our hands on the secret formulas of their high-spirited drinks!

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1. Lace coupe glass with tomato, pineapple and mushroom powder. 2. Prepare a chilled couple glass with the tomato, pineapple and mushroom powder. (Tip: Coat each side of the glass with separate flavours, so that the taste of the drink will invariably change depending on which side of the glass you sip from!) 3. Shake ingredients with ice cubes before fine straining into the chilled coupe glass. 4. Enjoy!

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The Gibson from Gibson While stories of its origin are aplenty – with very little clarity over which account is actually true – what distinguishes The Gibson from your usual martini is the substitution of the typical olive for a pickled onion. It would be wrong to fool around with a classic but at Gibson, no drink is complete without a little bit of personal spin. Instead of just one savoury pearl onion bobbing in your glass, kick the presentation up a notch with a garnish hattrick of pickled onion, quail’s egg and tsukemono (Japanese pickled vegetables).

Ingredients 50ml Hendrick’s Gin 5ml Dolin Vermouth Dash of Monkey 47 Gin Garnish: Pickled onion, pickled quail’s egg and smoked tsukemono (pickled Japanese vegetables). All are available at most supermarkets; otherwise try your hand at pickling your own!

Method 1. Pour the Hendrick’s Gin, dry vermouth, and dash of Monkey 47 into a mixing glass. 2. Stir down with a block of ice. 3. Strain into a martini glass. 4. Add lemon zest and serve with the three condiments on the side.

Sugarhall Mai Tai from Sugarhall The Mai Tai has always been a ‘love it or hate it’ kind of drink, either for its kitschy presentation in a ‘tiki mug’ or its incredibly sweet flavour profile. Almost like a North American equivalent of a Singapore Sling, this rum-based fruity mix is a great recipe to have in your arsenal, ideal for when hosting an outdoor summer party. The rum specialists at Sugarhall have given their rendition a one-two punch with their secret blend of various rums. If you happen to have a few of your own on hand, get a little experimental to really put the ‘my’ into Mai Tai.

Ingredients 30ml Dark Rum 15ml Jamaican Dark Rum 5ml Falernum 15ml Orgeat Syrup Half of a lime

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Merry Berry from Jekyll & Hyde Just like the grande dame herself, the unassuming Merry Berry is a sprightly and powerful concoction that is more than capable of giving its drinker a right good kick. Forget Pimm’s Cup, this refreshing number makes the most out of seasonal summer produce with its use of berries and sweet homemade jam, mixed together with a botanical gin and a zesty lemon soda… perfect on a hot summer’s day!

Ingredients 45ml Gin of choice 20ml Lemon Juice 20ml Triple Sec-infused Homemade Mixed Berries Jam 4 Rosemary sprigs Perrier lemon soda Mixed Berry Jam Ingredients 200g Berries (ideally a mix of raspberries, blackberries, blueberries – or whatever is most readily available) 200g Sugar Triple Sec, to taste

Method To make Triple-Sec Infused Berry Jam 1. Mix the mixed berries and sugar in a large heavy-based saucepan. 2. Bring the mixture to the boil over medium heat. 3. Remove from heat and blend with hand-blender. 4. Add Triple-Sec to taste. To make the cocktail 1. Add all ingredients (except for the rosemary) into a shaker and shake until mixed thoroughly. 2. Double strain the mixture into a chilled highball glass, topped with ice. 3. Garnish with rosemary sprig. 4. (Optional: gently torch sprigs to release the herb’s aromatic scent.)

1705 from Tess Bar & Kitchen If we had to come up with our own theory behind this cocktail’s name, we reckon it would be based on the number of different flavour profiles it has, packed into a single drink. Fruity and zesty from the lime and guava, but also warming and comforting from the almond notes of the Orgeat syrup and bittersweet rum, it is a drink that hits all the right spots on anyone’s palate.

Ingredients 45ml Rum of choice 15ml Fresh Lime Juice 30ml Fresh Guava Juice (if unavailable, store-bought can be substituted) 15ml Aperol 22ml Orgeat Syrup Dash of Angostura Bitters

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Chairman’s Refresher by Jim Meehan In honour of this year’s Singapore Cocktail Week, we also have a very special guest recipe by none other than Jim Meehan, the legend behind The PDT Cocktail Book: The Complete Bartender’s Guide from the Celebrated Speakeasy. This light cocktail number makes the best of cooling cucumber and refreshing coconut water by mixing it with a cheeky bit of white rum and nutty Frangelico.

Ingredients 60ml Coconut Water 45ml Banks 5 Island Rum 15ml Frangelico 3 slices of cucumber

Method 1. Muddle two slices of cucumber with the Frangelico in a cocktail shaker. 2. Add rum, coconut water and ice, to bring mixture to a chill. 3. Strain into a chilled coupe glass. 4. Garnish with the third slice of cucumber.

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ENTERTAINMENT

Drinking Better for the Planet By LeRoy Chan Images courtesy of participating vineyards and wine makers

Wine is widely believed to have health benefits, including lowering the risk of heart disease. However, like most forms of agriculture, viticulture, or the cultivation of grapes for wine, is adversely affecting our Earth’s health.

hemical fertilisers, synthetic herbicides, and other commonly-used substances in viticulture, leach into rivers, streams and oceans, affecting animals, fish, the environment and, ultimately, us humans. Additionally, some of these chemicals also take a toll on the health of the farmers who come into frequent contact with them over prolonged periods.

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The good news is there are wine options that environmentally-conscious wine drinkers can opt for. Choosing organic wines is one such option. Made from grapes grown organically without the use of chemical or synthetic fertilisers, herbicides and pesticides, organic wines are much better for the planet. To be certified organic, the vineyard has to be free of prohibited substances (determined by the accrediting body) for a minimum of three years. How do organic vineyards manage soil nutrition deficiency, weeds and pests

without chemicals? Instead of using chemical fertilisers, organic farmers rely on manure and compost as a natural solution to enrich the soil. To deal with weeds, regular mowing or small grazing animals like sheep are deployed to manage the growth of unwanted plants which compete with the vine for nutrients and space. Lastly, vineyard pests are managed by using natural predators or nonchemical solutions targeted at the specific pest. Another green option to consider is biodynamic wines. Often perceived as “more organic than organic,” biodynamic viticulture combines organic viticulture with metaphysical elements in a spiritual belief that all parts of the universe are interconnected in a living, energy-filled ecosystem. Established by Austrian Rudolf Steiner in the earlier twentieth century, biodynamic agriculture actually predates organic agriculture. The similarity lies in the use of compost and manure as natural fertilisers, and the eschewing of the use of chemicals on the farmland. However, biodynamic viticulture follows a defined set of principles and procedures, including the application of nine herbal and mineral preparations believed to enhance soil health and facilitate terrestrial and cosmic forces into the soil. Astrological influences like the phase of the moon also play a role in determining when to plant, cultivate and harvest the grapes. While the benefits of some of these biodynamic viticulture practices, like placing a manure-stuffed cow’s horn into the ground, can be controversial, it is found that the soil and environment are better off with the chemical-free biodynamic approach compared to conventional viticulture. Biodynamic wines are labelled as such and are certified by two main organisations – Demeter International and Biodyvin. With ‘sustainability’ being the buzzword these days, some wineries are also jumping onto the bandwagon. Sustainable wineries may adopt some aspects of organic or biodynamic viticulture but go beyond that with a holistic focus on ecological soundness, economic viability and social responsibility. Concepts such as water and energy conservation, global warming, recycling and even the welfare of the community around the vineyard may be carefully considered for sustainability planning. For example, a winery might adopt the use of lighter glass bottles for its wine to reduce the carbon footprint and transportation fuel cost. Unlike organic and biodynamic wines, the certification for sustainably-produced wines is not as widely established although there are a few regional industry associations offering accreditation. Wineries which pride themselves on sustainability usually indicate so on the label of their bottles and on their websites.

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Another planet-friendly wine option to consider is natural wine. Probably the most recent phenomenon to hit the wine world, natural wine is essentially made from organic grapes that are hand-harvested, adopting a nonintervention, minimalist winemaking philosophy. Harking back to the primitive days when technology was less developed, natural wines are made without many of today’s winemaking practices. These include the use of cultured yeasts, fining agents, micro-oxygenation and the addition of oak chips, acid and sugar, all of which allow the winemaker to shape the flavour of the wine. The end result tends to be a rustic, cloudylooking wine which natural wine proponents feel is the purest expression of terroir. Its use of organic grapes and ‘natural’ winemaking techniques with no harmful additives makes it Earth-friendly. However, given the current unregulated nature of production, natural wines are not accredited and don’t have established guidelines so the interpretation might vary across different producers. Besides it being better for the environment, opting for organic, biodynamic and natural wines can also be safer for consumers especially those who are more sensitive to sulphites. Sulphites have been blamed for nasty hangovers, allergic reactions and for even triggering asthmatic attacks. Containing antimicrobial and antioxidant properties, sulphur dioxide is the single most effective and commonly used substance that prevents bacterial and fungi spoilage of wine. The moment grapes are picked, they start to break down and oxidise. Also, yeast present in the environment kick-starts premature fermentation, which can lead to undesirable results. It is common therefore for winemakers to add sulphur dioxide as a preservative to inhibit yeast and bacterial growth, and to prevent the grape juice from oxidising and turning brown while the grapes are transported from the vineyard to the winery. Organic winemakers manage the judicious use of sulphur dioxide, (if any is added at all), by careful handling of the grapes to prevent broken skins and keeping the harvested grapes cool to minimize enzymatic activity. The grapes are also processed as quickly as possible. Hence, organic, biodynamic and natural wines have a much lower sulphite content than conventional wines. While the flavour of organic, biodynamic, sustainable and natural wines might not necessarily be superior to that of their less green counterparts, choosing one of them for your next glass of wine helps towards making our planet better, one sip at a time. Some organic, biodynamic and natural wines to try in Singapore include:

Marcel Deiss Gewurztraminer 2012 (Price: $90)

Marques de Caceres Rioja DOCa 2014 (Price: $46)

This perfumed off-dry biodynamic white wine from Alsace, France, is rich with notes of lychee, honey and citrus. It has a full, concentrated flavour and a lovely purity of fruit. Available at Verre Modern Bistro & Wine Bar, 8 Rodyk Street, tel: 6509 1917.

Made of mainly Tempranillo with a little Graciano, this youthful Spanish organic red wine from the renowned region of Rioja is fresh and approachable with soft tannins, red berries and a floral hint. Available at Crystal Wines Retail Shop, 491 River Valley Road, Valley Point, tel: 6737 3540.

Hacienda Araucano Sauvignon Blanc 2014 (Price: $90)

Ciu Ciu Merlettaie Offida DOCG Pecorino 2013 ($140)

Sourced from vineyards in Chile’s Lolol and Central Valley, this organic Sauvignon Blanc is lively and fresh with aromas of tropical fruits mingled with a touch of asparagus. Available at Crossroads Bar, Swissotel Merchant Court, 20 Merchant Road, tel: 6239 1828.

Made with 100% Pecorino, a rediscovered native Italian grape, this lightly-oaked natural white wine from the hilly central Italian region of Marche boasts a vibrant nose of hawthorn blossoms, vanilla, peach and grassy notes with freshness and softness on the palate. Available at Salt Grill & Sky Bar, 55-01 ION Orchard, tel: 6592 5118.

Cullen Diana Madeline 2012 ($285) Awarded Best Cabernet Blend by James Halliday in 2014, this complex and powerful biodynamic red wine is produced in Cullen Wine’s carbon neutral and naturally powered winery in the Margaret River region of Western Australia. Consisting of mainly Cabernet Sauvignon with some Merlot and small proportions of Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot, this Bordeaux blend offers blackcurrants, juicy dark cherries, fine-grained tannins and a long finish. Available at Salt Grill & Sky Bar, 55-01 ION Orchard, tel: 6592 5118.

LeRoy Chan Believing that a balanced diet is a fork in one hand and a glass in the other, LeRoy Chan is a wine enthusiast and an avid foodie who regularly shares his makan escapades at www.TheHungryCow.com and on radio 938LIVE. His continuing thirst to learn more about the fascinating liquid that is wine has led him to obtain the Certified Specialist of Wine and French Wine Scholar certifications.

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Rosé Rising By Stephen Mostad

On the patio, on the deck of a sailboat, or at the dinner table under the stars, pink wine has become all the rage. And for good reason too.

espite price increases due to its popularity, rosé remains one of the best value wines you can sip and enjoy immediately. Whether

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on its own or with food, rosé is an all-round crowd pleaser largely because it’s so versatile and easy-to-drink. There’s a misconception that rosé gets its colour from a mix of white and red wines – not true. The wonderful pink – sometimes

pale and enticing, sometimes deep and alluring – comes from the amount of time the red grape skins stay in contact with the juice. There’s also a misconception about the relationship between the quality and colour of rosé – rightly or wrongly, this has become a bellwether for some producers. Participants in wine studies are often attracted to the deeper pinks, possibly as a reflection of what they believe measures quality. But, when they blind taste the same wines, participants choose the light pink wines instead. All of this is to simply say: don’t judge a book by its cover. Colour and quality are not related. Taste is king! The influences on the rise of rosé have been tremendous. They include globalisation, exponential growth of demand and increasingly educated palates, which have helped move rosé into the spotlight. The choices on store shelves are now virtually endless and practically every wine-growing region in the world produces a delicious, quality rosé from its red grapes. In a sense, that’s the beauty of competition – everyone ups their game to bring consumers great products. Of course, the quality and price relationship cannot be ignored. Buy the best you can afford, being sure not to judge solely on that criteria. After all, there are always great bargains and sleepers to discover. Let your palate be your guide; taste a range of rosés to help you find your sweet spot. Balance price you can afford with taste you love and appreciate.

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If possible, use the litmus test that Eric Asimov, NY Times wine writer, uses to find his perfect rosé: “…Good rosé must quench the thirst, first of all. Even better, it ought to energise, inspire an appetite and induce the desire for another sip.” Asimov alludes to an incredible secret power possessed by rosés: they pair well with food where other wines might not. Try a nice crisp rosé with grilled salmon, or watermelon and feta salad. If you’re barbeque-ing Koreanstyle spare ribs or serving spicy noodles, think pink. Your imagination is your only restriction to deliciousness. Before providing some pointers on types and styles of pink, it’s important to remember rosé is definitely not about age, it’s about freshness. Therefore, it’s not meant to go into a cellar to be kept for the ages. Drink it young and drink it often. Serve it properly chilled, too! Here are a couple of pointers to put you on the right path to pink when staring at a wall of wine in your local store:

PROVENÇE  Go Provençal when you’re looking for a drier rosé. These wines are driven predominantly by the Grenache grape, though some appellations also use Mourvèdre, Cinsault and Syrah. This is a wine ideally suited to seafood, light pastas and grilled white meats but it can handle most anything. Often it has a touch of salinity and even herbaceousness as it originates between communities that sit

on the Mediterranean, where lavender grows like a weed.

RHONE Dry wines come from the rosé cru appellation of Tavel – the only one in France dedicated solely to pink wine. Some also originate in the broader Côtes-du-Rhône and Costières de Nîmes appellations. These wines tend to have effusive red-fruit flavours with a great acidic backbone.

LOIRE In the hands of a skillful winemaker, the Cabernet Franc grape makes great rosé. Mostly you’ll find them coming from appellations such as Chinon, Touraine and Anjou. Sancerre rosé, made with Pinot Noir grapes, will win over the most ardent pink hater.

ROSATO D’ITALIA  Rosato – the Italian name for rosé – is as varied as Italy’s regions and climates, meaning the wines from here often differ in flavour and aroma. Because of this diversity, the key to finding one you like will be tasting as many as you can. In the face of overwhelming choice, definitely ask for assistance.

ROSADO D’ESPAÑA  While dependent on region and climate (similar to Italy), a lot of rosado (rosé) comes from

Navarra, where it’s made from Garnacha (or Grenache, as it’s known to French and English speakers). Given the breadth of indigenous grapes found in Spain, it’s not uncommon to see blends led by, say, Garnacha or Tempranillo, with the addition of other less familiar indigenous grapes. A personal favorite from Rioja is Bodegas Muga rosado which is 60 per cent Garnacha, 30 per cent Viura and 10 per cent Tempranillo.

NEW WORLD   It used to be that in California, the definition for rosé (“blush” as it was called) was sweet, fruity and cheap. But California has upped its game. Today, amazing producers have eschewed this unfortunate stereotype for more European sensibilities and flavour profiles. If you can find them, don’t miss the rosés from Washington State, Oregon and New York State – all helping California lead the charge towards redefining American wine. Great pinks also continue to emerge from New Zealand, Australia, South Africa and South America. Seek out a good producer and not only will you drink well, you will have infinite choices to taste and explore. In a sense, be open to letting your palate take you on an adventure with each bottle you bring home. Stephen Mostad is a certified sommelier, wine consultant and writer. When he’s not travelling, he splits his time between New York City and Nova Scotia, Canada. Follow him on twitter @vivamovino.

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Off The Grid By Mandy Lynn I Images courtesy of participating outlets

While the heart of the city constantly thrives with activity, there is more that Singapore has to offer – destination bars and restaurants that bring with them the promise of a night to remember. So put on your best shoes and leave the formalities at the door. Here we venture out of the city and let loose at some of our favourite off-the-grid hangouts.

ecoming incredibly popular of late is the Kampong Glam/Jalan Besar vicinity, known and loved for its unique indie vibe, as well as some of the best bars to get your drink on. Whisky aficionados will rejoice at Singapore’s only bourbon bar, The Beast (17 Jalan Klapa), where a repertoire of over 40 bourbons and liqueurs take respite, cozying up to a properly adored menu of Southern comfort food – they’ve even got poutine, slashed in a rich sausage gravy blanketed by mozzarella cheese and haloed with a sunny-side-up egg. Insider tip: you won’t find this on the menu, but request for the 17-Year-Old Wild Turkey Master’s Keep. Wood characteristics dominate the nose of this tipple, with a tinsel of caramel and vanilla, so the spice hits you first, followed by an interplay of cigar and tobacco; a subtle overtop of burnt brown sugar, lubricating the palate with a soft, creamy mouth feel.

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If beer is your poison, pay serious attention to Druggists (119 Tyrwhitt Road). The list of brews changes weekly, with a depth of 23 international craft beers on tap at any point in time. I personally love dark beers and find the milk stout here extremely quaffable. The ballast of roast coffee and malt chocolate turn up at the edges to introduce aroma and flavour without compromising on creaminess. A limited edition brew, ‘F***- Art, Let’s Dance On Plums’ is an aptly named Belgian style tipple that sounds as coolly individual as it tastes. Dry-hopped with citrus-punching American hops and given the Danish twist of flaked oats before being barrel-aged with plums, this is one virtuous beer with a distinct sense of self. Also located in this dynamic area is SingJazz Club (101 Jalan Sultan), one of the best spots for live jazz performances in town, featuring renowned local musicians. These include worldacclaimed jazz pianist Jeremy Monteiro, souk funk jazz band The Steve McQueens, as well as shows by soul jazz vocalist Maya Nova and jazz

saxophonist Nicole Duffell. What I appreciate about the music here is the gentle ebb and flow of each arrangement, seamlessly bringing you from one genre to another without losing momentum. Performances begin at 10pm (but the stage really starts swinging at 11pm), so if you’re early, head over to alfresco bar FRESH! at level two for groovy 90s tunes and stunning tiki cocktails. I recommend the bright and floral ‘Jungle Bird,’ based on Mount Gay Eclipse rum, or the ‘Corn & Oil V2.0,’ that incorporates Gosling’s Black Seal rum and Don Julio Reposado tequila for complex layers of thickly sweet dark rum, citrus notes and burnt butterscotch.

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7:30pm to 11pm. Another East Coast local outpost is The Tuckshop (403 Guillemard Road), a charming social space that manages to balance the best of Singapore and beyond – locally inspired dishes alongside local and international artisan beers. Be sure to try its exclusive Archipelago: The Tuckshop Edition, a locally brewed lager that tastes gentle, with vague allusions to gula melaka and calamansi. Order the har cheong gai with this – bronzed and glistening, this dish gives no hint of its unorthodox flavour. There is something undeniably bold about taking the road less travelled, so venture off the grid and be handsomely rewarded at this selection of destination venues. Contrary to popular belief, the inner city isn’t the only place to have a good time.

A stone’s throw from SingJazz is Blu Jaz Café (11 Bali Lane), a laid-back gastro-bar with daily live entertainment such as the open mic night by Comedy Club Asia every Wednesday and Thursday nights from 8:30pm. There are also live band performances from 9:30pm on Wednesdays and weekends (also of interest are $10 pints and 1-for-1 beers during happy hour from 3 to 7pm daily). Not forgotten is hipster neighborhood Tiong Bahru, known for its stylish indie boutiques and tucked-away bars. One of the best yakitori-yas in Singapore is Bincho (78 Moh Guan Terrace, 01-19), where seasonal meats and vegetables are grilled over binchōtan to which it owes its identity. Its address will lead you to a traditional mee pok stall, so enter through the back alley where you will first pass through a bar. Unknown to most, Bincho’s bar is home to some of the rarest whiskies. Like its namesake, Hanyu Ace of Club is extremely rare – mostly due to Ichiro’s card series bottling of Hanyu, but also for its luscious golden, almost syrupy spirit filled with whispers of marzipan, candied orange peel and dry oak that suffuses the palate with a freckling of wood spice. A five-minute walk from Bincho is Lee Tai Fu (16 Kim Tian Road), a neighbourhood pub reviving the look and feel of Changi Village back in the 20th century. International craft beers and ciders start at a mere $11, to which we are the grateful beneficiaries. Being a Belgium beer lover, I recommend letting Duvel lead the way with opening whiffs of banana and clove and an abundant white head, while the full-bodied Kwak seduces with solid notes of old world fruit, malt and vanilla – both of

which are best enjoyed with good looking strangers! A little further from the city centre is Katong, a heritage neighbourhood in the East Coast area. East revelers will know Mel’s Place (2A Kuo Chuan Avenue), a bar and bistro with an alfresco terrace where service is chatty and unhurried, an ideal setup for an unpretentious good time. There is an extensive list of food and alcoholic beverages, decently priced to warrant regulars, next to a live band on Mondays to Saturdays from

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accommodation

Suite Life

This issue we check into the dynamic Ritz-Carlton Millenia Singapore in Marina Bay, where dazzling views, supreme comfort and exemplary service combine for a superb suite stay.

THE RITZ-CARLTON

Life at the Top Images courtesy of Ritz-Carlton Millenia Singapore

ew hotels in Asia have the sophisticated avant garde style of Singaporeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ritz Carlton. Perched like a diamond on the edge of Marina Bay, the hotel offers a location that is hard to beat, just a few minutes walk from the CBD, Suntec City, Esplanade Theatres on the Bay and the newly opened National Gallery Singapore. With a location like this, the higher you climb in the 32-floor hotel, the more impressive the view from your room. To get the most our of your stay, the Ritz-Carlton offers four suite options at the hotel, Premier Suites, One-Bedroom Millenia Suites, Two-Bedroom Millenia Suites and The Ritz Suite.

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The Premier Suite is an ideal way to enjoy the suite experience. With 32 available at the hotel, these 60sqm rooms feature a spacious living area, with 46-inch LED TVs, comfortable sofa, large working desk and best of all, huge windows overlooking either the bay or the city skyline. I would recommend opting for the Marina Bay view as this startling vista transforms a very good hotel experience into a spectacular one. With no obstruction, the view captures the neighbouring islands off Malaysia and Indonesia, the integrated resort Marina Bay Sands, the Singapore port and the glittering towers of the Central Business District. Contrasting these towers of modernity, the clock tower of the Arts House, the Singapore

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Cricket Club and the National Gallery provide splendid examples of Singapore’s historical architectural legacy. Day or night, it ranks as one of the best city hotel views available. Inside the suite’s living area, the sleek modern decor blends light woods and pastel fabrics with signature gold furnishing. A bouquet of yellow Cymbidium blossoms adds a burst of natural colours to the room, with a selection of tropical fruit providing a much-needed healthy snack for weary travellers. A well-stocked mini bar (champagne, red and white wine, sodas, beer, spirits, cognac and three types of whisky) is prepared for any occasion, hidden beautifully in a solid wooden chest. With Hediard cookies, millefeuilles au gouda, sugared almonds and roasted cashew nuts, there’s easlily enough to snack on while you enjoy a sun-downer in front of the view. Business travellers will be grateful for free high-speed wifi/internet access and the well-equipped desk ─ a stapler, scissors, correction tape and Post Its are just some of the on-hand stationary available. There is also a personal Nespresso machine and a selection of topical magazines for reading matter, along with the daily delivered newspaper of your choice. The bedroom features the same excellent view, another 46-inch TV with satellite channels, a super comfortable Sealy feathertop mattress and a cute pillow menu (with six choices) for those particular about their headrest. Both the living area and the bedroom have access to the bathroom, toilet and walk-in wardrobe. Apart from the separate rain shower, there’s perhaps the best-placed bathtub in town, positioned at the window which perfectly frames the spinning wheel of the Singapore Flyer. For privacy, all of the suite’s windows feature either day or night blinds, which open and close seamlessly at the touch of a button. As you’d expect from a hotel of

the Ritz’s class, the toiletries supplied are top notch, with guests enjoying the Purple Water range from legendary UK brand Asprey. After a long day of meetings or exploring the city’s attractions, to be able to soak in a worldbeating view from the bath, before wrapping yourself in a soft Ploh luxury bathrobe before bed is a delightful luxury. Make sure you opt for a suite that includes access to the Executive Lounge on the hotel’s top floor if you want to enjoy a daily rotation of complimentary snacks and meals that include breakfast (7am-11am), midday snacks (11:30am-2pm), afternoon tea (2:30pm-4:30pm), hors d’oeuvres and cocktails (5pm-8pm) and desserts and cordials (8:30pm-10:30pm). Throughout all these sittings, free-flow alcoholic drinks are available, so guests can enjoy champagne with their breakfast, wine (six premium wines like Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc and Joseph Faiveley Pinot Noir) with their lunch, an evening cocktail or two with canapés and then a whisky and dessert before bedtime, all provided with stellar friendly service in a relaxed comfortable setting. With all this on

hand, there is no real need to try the hotel’s signature restaurants. However I’d definitely recommend sampling the lunch buffet available at Colony, which offers an impressive spread of Asian and Western delicacies in a charming interior inspired by the region’s colonial history. In Colony, and throughout the hotel’s interior, there is a continuing theme of artistic expression, with some extraordinary art pieces on display throughout the hotel. From the magnificent installation piece hanging in the hotel’s lobby to the Andy Warhol and Damien Hirst pieces on display in the Ritz Suite, there is a lot of eye candy for art lovers to enjoy. The art of good service is also obviously high on the hotel’s priorities – from the greeting at the entrance to the lobby to check out, we were impressed with the dedication, professionalism and good humour of the staff. Little things set hotel experiences apart, even at this level of accommodation, and we were extremely impressed by our experience at the Ritz. The Ritz-Carlton Millenia Singapore, 7 Raffles Avenue, tel 6434 5179, ritzcarlton.com/Singapore www.nowsingapore.co.id april - may 2016 85

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spa news

Family Rejuvenation at ESPA Book a Family Hammam Indulgence treatment at ESPA at Resorts World Sentosa before April 15 and you’ll receive a complimentary adult one-day pass to S. E. A. Aquarium. The Family Hammam is just one of three family-based treatments currently being offered at ESPA which include a meal at Celebrity Chef restaurants Forest and Tangerine. The Family Hammam treatment ($330++ per person) includes a 25-minute session in the hammam followed by a choice of a 45-minute treatment with treatments upgraded to a Beach Villa (maximum 4 pax) or Garden Suite (maximum 6 pax). Guests receive access to the facilities and receive complimentary lunch or dinner at Forest or Tangerine (conditions apply). Other packages include the Garden Suite Delight ($230++ per person), where guests enjoy a choice of 60-minute personalized massage or facial, conducted in a Garden Suite followed by tea at Tangerine (conditions apply) and the Family Gathering Package ($140++ per person), where guests receive a choice of a 45-minute treatment followed by lunch or dinner at Forest. All three packages are valid for groups between three to six pax.

Beauty at Mandarin Oriental The Spa at Mandarin Oriental has launched ‘Beauty by Mandarin Oriental,’ a new range of treatments developed with internationally renowned brand Kerstin Florian. The new range includes facial and body treatments infused with natural ingredients promoting holistic wellness, with unique formulas that deliver noticeable results through sensorial experiences. Treatments include the ‘Caviar Signature Facial’ ($380), which focuses on the eyes, face, neck and décolleté, the ‘Advanced Repair Facial’ ($350), a facial treatment for sensitive skin to correct issues like hyperpigmentation, sensitivity and oily skin and the ‘Brightening Facial’ ($280), which delivers clarity and luminosity to dull or uneven skin. Other treatments include the ‘Eye Rescue’ ($150), which reduces fine lines, wrinkles and puffiness around the eye area and the ‘Luminous Glow’ ($380), a three-step exfoliation where the body is first scrubbed with natural bamboo and fruit enzymes, followed by a warming ginger and caffeine massage and then finishing with a moisturising and firming crème treatment. Lastly, the Mineral Indulgence ($380) promotes detoxification by combining the benefits of dry brushing, therapeutic massage and magnesium. Using warm mineral-infused compresses to relax muscles and restore mineral balance, this is followed by a body massage with a magnesium-rich lotion, organic shea butter and organic coconut oil, ending with a therapeutic foot treatment infused with menthol, rosemary, pine and lavender, helping to ease muscle tension, stiffness and fatigue. For more information, visit mandarinoriental. com/singapore/luxury-spa

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G&T Facial at We Need A Hero Tiong Bahru’s We Need a Hero male grooming salon has recently added a new treatment, the G&T Facial. Tipped to refresh a tired and dull complexion, after hours stuck at the office or on the road, this facial treats coarse skin with Siberian Ginseng extracts, dissolving dead and damaged skin and keratinisations while rejuvenating and regenerating the complexion. The 35-minute treatment costs $90.95. For more information, contact weneedahero.sg 86

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Stem Cell Facials at Spa Esprit Spa Esprit has recently introduced three new stem cell facials – Air Supply, Pore Loser, and Simple Pimple Plan. Using Babor products, these treatments promote a healthy complexion and tackle problematic skin. The Air Supply Facial breathes new life into dull and sallow skin by coupling an Alpine Rose stem cell complex with an energizing cream containing pure oxygen. This exfoliates dead skin, increasing circulation to brighten, hydrate and invigorate the complexion. The Pore Loser shrinks pores with a pore-refining stem cell facial developed for oily and combination skin. With Alpine Rose stem cells working with a balancing ampoule to detoxify a congested complexion, the treatment also controls sebum secretion. The treatment is topped off with a clarifying anti-aging cream. The Simple Pimple Plan comprises an AHA peel, a detoxifying mineral clay mask and a lymphatic facial drainage massage to promote clear skin in this purifying cellular facial. Using products with active ingredients such as witch hazel, horsetail and kaolin, this tackles and soothes sensitive acne-prone and blemished skin. All three treatments are available at all Spa Esprit outlets at $214 for 75 minutes. For more information, visit spa-esprit.com

Branching Out Renowned French beauty centre, Estheclinic has recently opened its second outlet in Singapore at 44 Rochester Park. Specialising in a number of treatments that include Permanent Hair Removal, Anti-aging and Rejuvenation, Body Shaping and Cellulite Removal and Hair Loss, Estheclinic has 20 years of experience, with other branches located in France, Belgium and Morocco. All Estheclinic’s procedures are painless and non-invasive with popular procedures including ‘Intense Pulsed Light’ (IPL) for permanent hair removal and skin rejuvenation, ‘Lipocavitation and Cryolipolysis’ for body shaping, ‘Thermo-Controlled Radiofrequency’ for skin tightening, fine lines and cellulite, ‘LED’ for stretch marks, acne and scars, and ‘Low Level Laser Therapy’ (LLLT) for hair loss treatments. For more information, contact estheclinic.com.sg

Sleeping Beauty The Body Shop releases Oils of Life™ Intensely Revitalising Sleeping Cream in April. Comprising three seed oils – Black Cumin Oil from Egypt, Rosehip Seed Oil from Chile and Camellia Seed Oil from China – the cream also contains seven essential oils designed to replenish and revitalise the skin. These include Lavender Oil, Rosemary Leaf Oil, Geranium Oil, Orange Peel Oil, Lavandin Oil. Marjoram Leaf Oil and Roman Camomile Oil. For more information, visit thebodyshop.com www.nowsingapore.co.id april - may 2016 87

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spa & Health

rolling stones By Ben Wu Images courtesy of One Farrer Spa

ne of the joys of living in Singapore is the access to a selection of excellent spa facilities, most of which are located in the city’s top hotels. Last year, the ranks of world-class spas available in the city-state grew further with the opening of One Farrer Hotel and Spa. This impressive urban resort-style property, located in the historic cultural enclave of Farrer Park, offers travellers a refreshing change of scene from the city’s more established properties surrounding the CBD. It also offers one of the best spa facilities in Singapore, with a list of treatments geared towards both men and women. These include rituals, facials, body treatments, retreats for men, massage, mani and pedi essentials, waxing services and a hair salon.

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The 90-minute ‘Executive Retreat’ treatment was originally designed as a male treatment but is now popular with both sexes. The emphasis here is on relaxation, so although the actual treatment is only 90 minutes long, guests are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy the spa’s facilities before the treatment begins. Apart from the hotel’s Olympic-size pool, each changing room features an al fresco garden with hot and cold plunge pools, a Jacuzzi and a warm mineral pool infused with Magnesium. Soaking in the Magnesium pool provides an ideal way of preparing for your treatment, calming the mind and nourishing the body with its essential minerals. Once you are fully in tune with your surroundings, the therapist leads you into the treatment room. As with all the facilities at One Farrer, there is no lack of space in the treatment rooms, each kitted

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out with ensuite private bathroom and changing area. No expense has been spared on the massage bed either – heated and seemingly better equipped than a dentist’s chair, this modern support provides the difference between a good and a great massage experience. The Executive Retreat begins with a 30-minute body scrub, with the therapist exfoliating and replenishing the skin with rhythmic strokes that have you slipping into unconsciousness well before the massage itself begins. Once you’ve been thoroughly scrubbed, it’s time for a quick shower before the massage begins. The Executive Retreat’s main attraction is the one-hour hot stone massage, which from personal experience takes you as close to sensory nirvana as you could ever possibly hope to attain in a 60-minute treatment. Here the therapist skillfully uses the hot stones to massage away any knots

or tension in your body, employing hypnotic strokes that nullify any anxiety or stress, rendering you into a contented state of sleepy bliss. Starting at the feet and continuing up each leg into the problem areas of the lower and upper back, all tension is erased by the calming rhythmic motion of the stones. It’s the kind of treatment you never want to end, but end it does rather quicker than expected because you’ve very likely snoozed your way through half of it. I’d recommend not organizing any important meetings after one of these massages as you won’t make much sense for at least an hour or two, staring instead into space with an immovable inane grin on your face. Instead, spend some time enjoying the spas other relaxation facilities or just lounge by the pool and soak up some sun in this garden oasis. One Farrer Hotel and Spa, 1 Farrer Park Station Road, tel: 6363 0101, onefarrer.com www.nowsingapore.co.id april - may 2016 89

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Eat, Sleep, Lift, Repeat:

Boot Camps in Singapore By Marissa Trew I Images courtesy of participating outlets

What if we told you that not only could you get into stellar shape in minimal timeâ&#x20AC;Ś but you might even have some fun while doing it? Fitness boot camps have been on the rise as of late, rebelling against the idea that you need to spend hours pumping iron and pounding the treadmill belt at the gym to get fit. Prioritising efficiency and effectiveness, the power-packed classes are guaranteed to push you beyond your physical limits and get you flexing muscles you probably didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know you had. Whether you are just embarking on your fitness journey, or you simply want to let off some steam, these Singapore boot camps are sure to get you huffing and puffing, and en route to a better you in no time!

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Kilter Avenue

The folks at Kilter Avenue know that weekends are for sleeping in, so they hold their classes no earlier than 10am! However, that is where their mercy ends. The classes take place every Saturday and are ideal for people of all fitness levels. The trainers at Kilter will push you to your limits through sets of bodyweight drills and dynamic exercises that incorp rate functional strength and cardio movements. Currently, their most regular class, aptly titled Stairway to Heaven, is a gruelling but satisfying HIIT session (high intensity interval training) at the base of Fort Canning’s notoriously steep stairway (Hill Street), entailing variations of push ups, sit ups and mountain climbs. They also host special guest trainers that focus on a particular craft or fitness discipline, like capoeira and zumba, to put your moves to very good use! Perhaps our favourite part of all is Kilter Avenue’s positive approach to fitness, and their belief that everything is about balance. You won’t find anyone promoting juice cleanses or diet fads here; instead the dedicated team teach the philosophy that you simply need to treat your body with the care it deserves. Their self-empowering attitude definitely makes the “boot” in “boot camp” feel a lot less like a kick to the backside and it is always a pleasure to know that it is perfectly acceptable to occasionally have your cake and eat it too! For more information, visit kilteravenue.com

UFIT

The award for the most diverse offerings has to go to UFIT, who host not one but nine different boot camp classes based on guests’ preferred forms of exercise. For the everyday workout warrior, the UFIT class caters to all levels and covers all basic fitness modes like flexibility, core work, power and speed, with plenty of strength work thrown in for good measure. If you can’t deny yourself the rush of a good old fashion HIIT session, the OZFIT class is sure to get those muscles fired up. More challenging still is HITFIT, combining the best of both UFIT and OZFIT classes to rev up your metabolism through dynamic circuits using kettle bells, medicine balls, TRX bands and more! (Be advised – this class is not for the faint at heart and is best suited for more experienced ‘campers’). Running away from your usual routine? Pick up the pace with RUNFIT – a cardio-focused class that will you get you from the couch to the trail in no time. Though this is no stroll in the park – the coaches will have you and your newfound running crew sprinting, tackling hills and climbing stairs against the clock! Those short on time will love QuickFit, compacting the hour-long workout into an intense 45 minutes. UFIT also hosts SHEFIT (women only), BOXFIT (boxing drills, cardio and strength circuits), YOGAFIT (combining Vinyasa yoga with HIIT cardio) and finally, Tanjong Beach Boot Camp, perfect for a change of scene. In fact, all their classes are hosted at various meeting points on the island (ranging from East Coast Park to Fort Canning and even MacRitchie Reservoir), so you can get plenty of fresh air during your workout. For more information, visit ufit.com.sg www.nowsingapore.co.id april - may 2016 91

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Level Gym

Though technically a personal training gym, Level, on Telok Ayer, also hosts Midday Madness – an intense half-hour boot camp guaranteed to make you feel the burn during your lunch hour, with plenty of time to spare. Every power-packed class will have you thrusting kettle bells, pumping dumbbells and performing functional bodyweight movements against the clock, to torch calories in minimal time. Before you know it, you’ll be back at your work desk to see the rest of the day through with (strangely) plenty more energy to get you over that 3pm slump. And don’t be surprised if you start to find the intense rush of adrenalin highly addictive. If you are keen on learning more about strength and conditioning, you can also sign up to Under the Bar – an hour-long class on Monday and Friday evenings that will get you up close and personal with a barbell to teach you the mechanics of traditional moves like squats, deadlifts and bench presses. Otherwise, Level also hosts a Weekend Warrior boot camp, where similar exercises are stretched over an hour, complete with a warm-up and cool down session. Make no mistake… none of these classes are easy, but they are open to people of all levels. Nervous about your first class? Take beginner’s intimidation out of the equation and grab a workout buddy to come along with you. For more information, visit level.com.sg

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Ritual

Stripping away any excuse of simply ‘not having enough time’ in our day to workout, Ritual is a studio that specialises in highly efficient 20-minute boot camps that are guaranteed to get you in and out of the door in 30 minutes flat. Better yet – they hold 10 sessions a day, so you can pick a time that suits your schedule on any given week. Ritual even provides active wear and shower facilities so you won’t have to lug around a duffel bag containing the undoubtedly sweaty aftermath. Simply put, none of our clichéd excuses will ever work here, so we may as well buckle down and get involved. Practicing the motto of training the body “as the machine, not with machines,” every session at Ritual involves a dynamic set of bodyweight and strength exercises designed to build strength, function, mobility and cardiovascular health without the need for any fancy equipment or treadmills. Despite its name, the workouts at Ritual are far from being repetitive. The workouts change daily (and can be found scrawled on a board in the gym), keeping you on your toes and preventing you from hitting a fitness plateau. Before you leave, make a pit stop at the Fuel Bar, where you can pick up a nutritious meal replacement shake to keep your hunger pangs at bay before getting on with the rest of your day. For more information, visit ritualgym.com

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Market Values Following the success of her fashion label, Leyla, Singapore-based entrepreneur Lelya Eichelberger has recently launched a new retail business here in the city-state. Inspired by the global push towards healthy nutrition and the increased availability of ethically sourced high quality produce in Singapore, Lelya saw a gap in the market for an online portal selling carefully curated premium foods. After researching the market and building up a network of trustworthy suppliers across the country, she launched Straits Market in 2015. We caught up with her to find out where she got her inspiration.

NS: Selling food is a big jump from your previous experience designing bags for your fashion label - where did the idea for Straits Market first come from? LE: I think the base of the idea came from the fish farm my husband is involved with here in Singapore. It’s a unique project which farms hormone and anti-biotic free barramundi in a healthy environment, leading to excellent quality fish. The more our friends tasted the fish from the farm, the more the interest grew and I soon realised that we needed an outlet. I couldn’t really supply the fish from my home so I decided to start a business. I also realised that I would have to offer more than just the fish if it was going to be successful as no one is going to log in to a website for just one item. So that’s how it started and I’m enjoying it! NS: What is special about the farmed barramundi from the farm? LE: I think as awareness about what goes into our food rises, more and more people are turning away from mass produced food which often contains harmful substances. As the fish are not treated with antibiotics or hormones, and live as happy animals in an environment designed to provide them with low stress, they not only taste better but are also a good source of nutrition. The price we offer for the fish is also very competitive which makes it one of our most popular products. NS: What else do you offer on the site? LE: Apart from the barramundi, we offer a selection of organic vegetables, herbs and fruit as well as high quality meats from some of the best suppliers available in the country. NS: What is the concept behind Straits Market? LE: I want the site to be a convenient option for those looking for daily essentials. If you’re a mum like myself – I’m busy, I work, I play tennis, I have three kids - you don’t want to go on five different websites, click click and have five separate food deliveries. What you want is to go to a one-stop shopping place and that’s what we offer. It’s one-stop shopping for premium natural fresh essentials. I don’t offer a huge selection but what I do offer I think is the best of the best. For example, I really believe items like our New Zealand lamb, our tenderloin and our minced black angus beef is the best quality meat available!

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NS: How did you source your produce? LE: I’m very particular about who we work with. I need to know where the farm or supplier is, what ethical standards they follow – is it sustainable like our fish? I want everything to follow the sustainable eco friendly concept as much as possible. Not everything I offer is organic but everything is as natural and as organic as possible. Our vegetables are certified organic and we’re offering them at a very competitive rate compared with other sources around Singapore. For example, my Kailan is organic and pesticide free and sells for $2.90, which is the same as the wet market. My Kale is $6.50 while in most stores it’s $12! NS: How do you offer such competitive pricing? LE: We keep prices low by our farm to table concept. We currently only deliver once a week – orders come in on a Tuesday and the food is delivered on a Thursday, two days later. We have low overheads so don’t add on high mark-ups on the price. We know that if people really want to go out to the suppliers and farms they’ll get a slightly cheaper product but it would be a very time consuming exercise. We offer the convenience of being able to get a range of high quality products at the touch of a button. I don’t keep a large inventory, the produce goes straight out, so it’s super fresh.

NS: Are you continually looking for new produce? LE: Yes, I add new items regularly. I’m also looking for new products from Nepal if I can find a consistent source as the quality is generally very good. I’ve started offering bread, an organic sourdough, and lifestyle items like coconut oil, Himalayan rock salt and organic pasta. NS: How does Straits Market compare with your experience in the fashion business? LE: Fashion is different to fish! I still make my range of bags in Bali but am moving into more natural fabrics than my original range. I’m trying to ween off animal skins to be more ethically conscious, it’s a natural progression of my life. Before I was younger, trendy and out clubbing, now I have three kids and live in Singapore. I prefer tennis over bars – those partying days are over! Nowadays I’m more concerned about healthy living and eating right. For more information, visit straitsmarket.com www.nowsingapore.co.id april - may 2016 95

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Excellence in Care

Singaporeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reputation as a centre for medical health care excellence attracts a growing number of visitors from around Asia and further afield every year. This is partly due to the high standards of medical care available in the city state and partly because Singapore is home to a wide range of specialist care not readily available in the region. One example of this is the Asian American Liver Centre, part of the Asian American Medical Group, located at Gleneagles Hospital.

stablished in 1994, the Asian American Liver Centre (AALC) is a leading centre that treats liver, pancreas and bile duct diseases in both adult and paediatric patients. Based at Gleneagles Hospital, AALC also co-manages a dedicated inpatient Parkway Asian Transplant Unit (PATU). Led by Dr. Tan Kai Chah, a renowned liver surgeon specialising in liver transplantation, the team also comprises Dr. Lee Kang Hoe, a respiratory physician and intensivist and Dr. Cheah Yee Lee, a hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgeon. Backed up by a multidisciplinary team of doctors, nurses and allied healthcare professionals, the centre provides comprehensive and seamless liver care.

LIVING DONOR LIVER TRANSPLANTATION Liver failure can occur suddenly as a result of infection, complications from certain medications, or due to long-term progressive liver diseases. The first step to treating liver disease and/or damage is through medication. The liver has the potential to regenerate itself, but extensive damage to it caused by certain conditions makes some damage irreversible. If treatment or therapy proves unsuccessful and the liver can no longer function, a liver transplant may be the only option. AALC is an important referral centre for treating acute liver failure. In 2002, AALC became the first private liver transplant centre in Asia to feature a highly successful Living Donor Liver Transplantation (LDLT) programme. LDLT is a procedure that involves a living donor who is willing to give a portion of his or her liver to a family member or close friend in need of a liver transplant. Waiting for a cadaveric donor liver can take a long time, especially for patients suffering with rapidly progressive diseases. Without LDLT, such patients can develop fatal complications.

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In Asia, the prevalence of liver diseases like liver cancer is high, and there is an increasing demand for liver transplantation for patients with end-stage liver disease, not to mention a worldwide shortage of cadaveric livers with a long waiting list in every country. Hence, LDLT has become an effective option, particularly for those with acute liver failure and liver cancers like hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). One of the biggest advantages of LDLT over a cadaveric liver transplantation (CLT) is that the doctors can schedule the patientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s procedure. Thus, patients with compromised medical conditions can be optimised prior to transplant surgery in order to achieve better outcomes. Additionally, doctors can ensure that the quality of the liver graft is preserved since it is retrieved from a healthy donor, and the cold ischemic time (the time the donated liver has no blood supply) in LDLT is usually much shorter. At AALC, a highly experienced team of medical specialists performs LDLT for both adult and paediatric patients. Stringent

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PATU – Intensive Care Units (ICU) measures are taken to thoroughly vet a donor’s suitability for each patient as the safety of both the donor and the recipient are extremely important. The AALC team uses state-of-the-art technology from MeVis Distant Services (MDS), a company based in Germany. This technology allows the doctors to reconstruct the liver anatomy of the donor accurately from CT scans. AALC is the only medical centre in Southeast Asia using such technology regularly. As Dr. Tan relates, “we at AALC are proud to be the first in Southeast Asia to help develop and implement this technology, and it has enabled our team of medical experts to save even more lives,” AALC’S EXPERIENCED TEAM “A TREMENDOUS ASSET” FOR PATIENTS Having performed their first living donor liver transplantation in 2002, AALC has successfully conducted more than 200 LDLTs – a milestone for Asia’s first private medical centre. It is now one of the largest and most experienced centres performing such a procedure. The key to success has been a well-trained and experienced team in both ICU and general ward settings. As with everything in life, being prepared is half the battle won. Even though liver transplant patients are not common, they are routine patients in our liver unit. AALC has performed more than 200 such cases over the years and has treated many more with complications from their liver transplant. Every member of the team has become an expert in their own right and has valuable contributions to the success of every patient. The liver unit has also become one of the top centres in the world for managing liver

failure patients before liver transplant. It acts as a bridge before patients have to undergo surgery by utilising state-of-the-art liver dialysis support for critically ill patients. It is one of the most experienced centres in the world to date. Again, this is a testament to the overall team expertise, in managing such complex cases successfully. THE PARKWAY ASIAN TRANSPLANT UNIT – A DEDICATED INPATIENT WARD & ICU FOR LIVER PATIENTS AALC co-manages a dedicated liver ward and ICU, known as the Parkway Asian Transplant Unit (PATU) at Gleneagles Hospital Singapore. At PATU, patients receive personalised medical care by AALC’s team. More than 90 percent of patients treated at AALC are from abroad. PATU comprises 12 patient rooms fully equipped with modern amenities such as a private bathroom, mini-bar, fridge and TV, as well as in-house services like laundry and daily food menus. More importantly, PATU has seven ICUs with sophisticated medical equipment, for patients who require critical care and regular monitoring. PATU’s excellent clinical outcomes have been internationally recognised, making the unit one of Singapore’s leading medical assets. “Due to various cultural, religious, and social reasons, cadaveric organ donation is almost non-existent throughout Asia. LDLT enables suitable living donors to give a portion of their livers to patients in need,” says Dr. Tan. “The LDLT programme (at AALC) empowers patients and medical professionals with greater understanding and control over every stage of treatment.” “We are immensely privileged to have Gleneagles

Hospital as our medical partner for more than 20 years,” he adds. “This collaboration is a testament to our institutions’ strengths in clinical excellence, technology and healthcare innovation.”

About Asian American Medical Group The AALC is a subsidiary of the Asian American Medical Group (AAMG), which also established the Asian American Radiation Oncology (AARO) clinic in 2015. AARO provides specialised radiation therapy and cancer treatment as well as management and advisory services to radiation oncology units in Asia. In October 2012, AAMG entered into a strategic collaboration with The University of Pittsburgh Medical Centre (UPMC), a US$12billion integrated global health enterprise. This collaboration has enhanced AAMG’s clinical capabilities through shared protocols, rigorous quality standards and technology, creating a platform for AAMG to expand into other countries such as Malaysia, Myanmar, Russia and China.

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fashion

Making Waves By Michelle Yee I Images courtesy of Max.Tan

Local fashion designer Max Tan speaks with us about his thoughts on the local fashion scene, the ideas behind his upcoming collection and his plans for the future.

outed as one of Singapore’s leading fashion designers, Max Tan is one of the few local designers who have found success beyond Singapore’s shores. Apart from opening his first flagship store in Capitol Piazza in Singapore, his designs can be found overseas in countries like Taiwan, England, Norway, Sweden, Kuwait and Dubai. Having graduated top of his class in Fashion Design from the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts in 2006 he launched his first collection at the Singapore Fashion Week in 2007. With the recognition he received for his clothes from the local market, including being voted runner-up in the Singapore Young Designer’s Contest, Tan then started his own label MAX.TAN. Since then, he has developed something of a cult following for his creative designs, with an especially strong market in Scandinavia.

NS: Who was the biggest influence in your decision to become a fashion designer? MT: My mother. My mother was a seamstress so I was exposed to garment making aspects even before I knew what fashion really was. Growing up, I was always interested in painting and the arts in general, so I knew I would end up doing something creative in the future. NS: How would you describe your design style? MT: I’d describe it as a blend of soft geometric shapes. It’s minimalist, avant garde drapery and modified Asian garments. NS: Which designers do you look up to? MT: There are many designers that I look up to, but if I had to pick a period, it would be the 1980s when Japanese designers (Rei Kawakubo, Yohji Yamamoto etc.) took Paris by storm with their black, shapeless but highly intelligent clothing. The way these designers adapted the western style of clothing, infusing it with effortless, minimal Japanese sense of designing, was incredible. I also look up to a handful of Belgian designers including Martin Margiela, Dries Van Noten and Ann Dem for their sheer poetry.

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NS: Could you share some advice with aspiring fashion designers who hope to succeed in this highly competitive fashion industry? MT: Always plan ahead. While fashion is a creative business, it is still a business. So whether one takes the retail route or purely runs a design studio, it has to make business sense. It is a tough industry to be in so persevere and stay humble. NS: Could you share with us your thoughts on the local fashion scene? MT: Although we currently have many local designers and local brands in the market, consumers are still finding it difficult to believe that they offer quality and well-designed garments compared to international labels. Whether it’s for masses, masstige or designer brands, we have Singaporean designers who cater to each of these markets. The scene is exciting, the reception, however, is lukewarm. NS: What more do you think can be done to help local designers raise their profile in Singapore and overseas? MT: My take is that designers need to take responsibility in generating awareness. At the same time, the ball is entirely in the end consumer’s court; they decide if a designer stays or leaves. NS: What do you think is so unique about Singapore’s fashion scene? MT: Due to our multicultural background, there are a lot of references and inspiration in Singaporean culture for dressing up. NS: Can you share with us your future plans for your label MAX.TAN? MT: The immediate plan for us is definitely tied to Fashion Futures, initiated by Singapore Fashion Week and Spring Singapore. With its affiliation to the CFDA, we hope to raise more awareness for the brand when we head to New York this July. NS: Where do you hope to see MAX.TAN five years from now? MT: I hope to grow the brand in even more markets. We are currently in Europe, the Middle East,

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Scandinavia, Taiwan and the United States. We hope to build a bigger presence here in Asia and especially at home in Singapore.

MAX.TAN L2-15 Capitol Piazza, 13 Stamford Road, tel: 6702 1816, max-tan.com MAX.TAN is also available in several stores across the island including threadbare & squirrel, eggthree and re-style@isetan scotts.

NS: Tell us about your upcoming collection? MT: Titled ‘thou shalt not,’ my upcoming collection seeks to question the norms and sequences of designing. During the process of designing this collection, we aimed to “undesign” by not following the standard rules. In fact we did not sketch at all for this collection. Instead, we did multiple collage works and paper mock ups, eventually completing each outfit before moving onto the next. We let each previous piece dictate how the next outfit should look. The collection also challenges the way we look at objects and how things or “effects” can be achieved by other means. www.nowsingapore.co.id april - may 2016 99

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art

Alain-Dominique Gallizia:

Rebel with a Cause

By Sharifah Shahirah Images courtesy of Singapore Pinacothèque de Paris

Singapore Pinacothèque de Paris recently exhibited an exciting collection of over 100 graffiti art pieces on canvas entitled ‘Pressionism.’ For the first time in Singapore and Asia, works by graffiti legends such as Rammellzee, Bando and T-Kid comprised an exhibition dedicated to telling the true story behind this often-misunderstood art movement.

n a recent visit to the museum, I was introduced to the man behind the show, the effervescent AlainDominique Gallizia, as he gave an energetic curator’s tour of the exhibit. Towards the end of the tour, he was asked to whom the art collection belonged, to which he answered “the collection is mine but the story is theirs!” Afterwards, I met with Alain to find out more about what he meant by this. Alain shared with me that the collection, which he amassed in under ten years, actually had humble beginnings. Stumbling upon graffiti art through his charity work, the accomplished architect was giving out sleeping bags in Paris when he met a group of graffiti artists living on the streets. As they shared their sketches and stories, Alain asked them why they continued to create ephemeral art. To him,

fine art works were usually on canvas and not on public property that risked erasure. To his surprise, the artists told him that they also painted art on canvas with spray paint as a medium. They sketched to pen concepts and then painted on canvas to master the art of spray painting. He learnt how street art had started as a ‘tag’ in the 70s on the streets of Manhattan but then developed to become a platform for artists to ‘battle’ or show off their spray painting skills to each other. The artists also introduced Alain to Bando, a French graffiti artist who also happened to be one of the heirs to the Lehman Brothers fortune, displacing the stereotype that graffiti artists are all hooligans. Puzzled by why this art movement was so displaced and not displayed in museums, Alain continued to learn about the medium, becoming friends with Rammellzee – the only graffiti artist whose work is collected by MoMa museum.

When asked why graffiti art is so misunderstood, he said, “It was difficult for the art world to accept graffiti artists because these artists generally did not want to be priced or to sign contracts. They didn’t want to pay for gallery space or to allow a gallery to have creative control over their work. This caused nervousness, which led to the discrediting of graffiti as a form of art. Imagine something so important to the development of art history yet no one knows about this 40-year-old art movement. It is not simply not studied how these artists have developed over decades, mastering the art of spray painting.” Left: RAMMELLZEE, (American, 1960 - 2010), Untitled 1986, Mixed media on wood 83 x 216 cm each (diptych), Gallizia Collection, Paris. Right: LADY PINK, Selfportrait 1992, Spray paint on canvas 96 x 131 cm, Gallizia Collection, Paris; A-ONE, (Anthony Clark; American, 1964 - 2010), Untitled 1991, Spray paint on canvas 180 x 205 cm, Gallizia Collection, Paris.

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Determined to help his new friends in their mission to educate, Alain set up a studio called The Tag Hive and issued an open call to artists to create a single, same-sized work based on their interpretation of love and unity on canvas. United by place, theme and size, each work measured 60cm x 30cm, with the signature of the artist on the left and their vision of love on the right. Designed to showcase a common goal shared by the artists, the Love Collection continues to grow and currently has 178 artists representing various countries and generations. One of three series, under Collections Gallizia, the collection is normally housed in “La Ruche du Tag” or The Tag Hive – a studio that Alain converted from a locksmith shop in Boulogne Billan in France. Keeping true to his promise to put graffiti in the history books, Alain has curated and collaborated on several important exhibitions of graffiti art in Paris and New York – from Tag au Grand Palais (2009) at the Grand Palais in Paris, TAG Les Lettres de Noblesse (2010) at Palais de Tokyo, Empreintes Urbanise (2011) at Palais d’Iéna, L’art du Graffiti (2011) at the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco to Tableaux de Maîtres (2013) at Palais de Tokyo once more. Alain told me that after the first exhibition in Palais de Tokyo, his artist friends began to “pull from under their beds” their most treasured sketch books and vintage pieces. This added a new dimension for Alain as he began work to preserve and catalogue the works as part of the Vintage Series.

The collection has about thirty American and European precursors from the 70s and 80s such as Ali, Fab Five Freddy, Bando and Futura 2000. Upon the death of painter and musician Ramellzee in 2010, Alain paid tribute to the artist by forming the Ramellzee Series. This comprised fifteen works, preserved and documented, reflecting the diversity of the late artist’s style, ranging from his collage works to his spray paint pieces. On his accomplishments for graffiti, Alain emphasises that they are born purely out of the need to promote the important work done by graffiti artists. “I keep to my promise and have not sold a single artwork from the collection. These exhibitions are aimed at showcasing the heart of the art. I may be the voice that speaks for them but this is their story. Which is also why I am happy to be able to take some time from work and be here. Singapore is the first step in the internationalisation of the collection. Each step is important to find a new public, as well as discovering new artists.” Comprising the Love and Vintage series from Collections Gallizia, the exhibition Pressionism was a rare chance to see works by graffiti artists from the 1970s to the present day and was probably the best kept art secret of 2016. The exhibition runs until 25 June 2016 at Singapore Pinacothèque de Paris at Fort Canning Arts Centre.

from top: DONDI WHITE, (Donald J. White; American, 1961 - 1998), Mathematics, 1985, Spray paint on metal plaques mounted on wood panels 177 x 260 cm, Gallizia Collection, Paris; JAY ONE RAMIER, (French, born 1967), Farewell, 1991, Spray paint and acrylic on canvas 147 x 94 cm, Gallizia Collection, Paris. Right: FAB FIVE FREDDY, (Fred Brathwaite; American, born 1959) Untitled, 1991, Spray paint on canvas 180 x 205 cm, Gallizia Collection, Paris; TOXIC, (Torrick Ablack; American, born 1965), T is 4 (Homage to Basquiat), 1990, Spray paint on metal 200 x 303 cm (triptych), Gallizia Collection, Paris.

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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 2016 105

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EMERGENCIES Airport Information +65 6595 6868 Ambulance and Fire 995 Marina Bay Cruise Centre Singapore 61 Marina Coastal Drive Singapore 018947 mbccs.com.sg 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 Tel: +65 6668 0338 E: armymuseum@sdc.com.sg mindef.gov.sg ArtScience Museum 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956 Tel: +65 6688 8888 marinabaysands.com/museum.html Asian Civilisations Museum 1 Empress Place Singapore 059199 Tel: +65 6332 7798 acm.org.sg Esplanade 1 Esplanade Drive Singapore 038981 Tel: +65 6828 8377 esplanade.com Faber Peak Singapore 109 Mount Faber Road, Faber Peak Singapore 099203 Tel: +65 6270 8855 faberpeaksingapore.com Fuk Tak Chi Museum 76 Telok Ayer Street Far East Square Singapore 048464 Tel: +65 6532 7868 Gardens by The Bay 18 Marina Gardens Drive Singapore 018953 Tel: +65 6420 6848 gardensbythebay.com.sg Haw Par Villa 262 Pasir Panjang Road Singapore 118628 Tel: +65 6872 2780 Ifly Singapore 43 Siloso Beach Walk #01-01 Singapore 099010 Tel: +65 6571 0000 iflysingapore.com Images of Singapore LIVE 40 Imbiah Road, Singapore 099700 Tel: +65 6736 8672 sentosa.com.sg

Kong Hiap Memorial Museum 17-19 Kim Yam Road Singapore 239329 Tel: +65 6737 2630 E: sbl@sbl.org.sg sbl.org.sg Land Transport Gallery No 1 Hampshire Road Block 1 Level 1, Singapore 219428 Tel: +65 6396 2550 E: ltgallery@lta.gov.sg lta.gov.sg Marina Barrage 8 Marina Gardens Drive Singapore 018951 Tel: +65 6514 5959 Memories At Old Ford Factory 351 Upper Bukit Timah Road Singapore 588192 Tel: +65 6462 6724 moff.nas.sg Mint Museum Of Toys 26 Seah Street Singapore 188382 Tel: +65 6339 0660 emint.com National Museum of Singapore 93 Stamford Road, Singapore 178897 Tel: +65 6332 3659; +65 6332 5642 nationalmuseum.sg

Singapore Coins And Notes Museum 40 Pagoda St, Level 1 Singapore 059199 Tel: +65 6222 2486 singaporecoinsandnotesmuseum.com Singapore Flyer 30 Raffles Avenue, Singapore 039803 singaporeflyer.com Singapore Pinacothèque de Paris 5 Cox Terrace Singapore 179620 Tel: +65 6883 1588 pinacotheque.com.sg Singapore Philatelic Museum 23-B Coleman Street Singapore 179807 Tel: +65 6337 3888 spm.org.sg Singapore Zoo 80 Mandai Lake Road Singapore Tel: +65 6269 3411 zoo.com.sg Tan Swie Hian Museum 460 Sims Avenue, Singapore Tel: +65 6744 0716 tanswiehian.com The Changi Museum 1000 Upper Changi Road North Singapore 507707 Tel: +65 6214 2451 changimuseum.com.sg

Peranakan Museum 39 Armenian Street Singapore 179941 Tel: +65 6332 7591 peranakanmuseum.sg

Trick Eye Museum Resorts World Sentosa 26 Sentosa Gateway #01-43/44 Singapore 098138 trickeye.com/singapore

Red Dot Design Museum 28 Maxwell Road Red Dot Traffic, Singapore Tel: +65 6327 8027 museum.red-dot.sg

Ultimate Drive 1 Bay Front Avenue, Singapore 018971 Tel: +65 6688 7997 ultimatedrive.com

Reflections at Bukit Chandu’s 31-K Pepys Road Singapore 118458 Tel: +65 6375 2510 nhb.gov.sg

Underwater World Singapore 80 Siloso Road, Sentosa, Singapore 098969 Tel: +65 6275 0030 underwaterworld.com.sg Universal Studios Singapore™ Resorts World™ Sentosa Singapore 8 Sentosa Gateway Singapore 098269 E: enquiries@rwsentosa.com rwsentosa.com

Resorts World™ Sentosa 39 Artillery Avenue, Sentosa Singapore 099958 Tel: +65 6577 8888 rwsentosa.com Wave House Singapore Art Museum 36 Siloso Beach Walk, Sentosa 71 Brass Basah Road, Tel: +65 6377 3113; 6238 1196 Singapore 189555 wavehousesentosa.com Tel: +65 6332 3222 singaporeartmuseum.sg Wings of Time Siloso Beach, Sentosa Express Beach Singapore Botanic Gardens Station, Singapore 099538 1 Cluny Road, Tel: +65 6736 8672 Singapore 259569 E: guest_services@sentosa.com.sg Tel: +65 6471 7138 / 65 6471 7361 wingsoftime.com.sg sbg.org.sg Singapore Cable Car 109 Mount Faber Road Faber Peak Singapore 099203 Tel: +65 6270 8855 faberpeaksingapore.com

YOG Gallery @Singapore Sports Museum 1 Kay Siang Road #01-02 Singapore 248922 Tel: +65 6471 4430 sportsmuseum.com.sg

BARS, CLUBS AND PUBS 1-Altitude 61/62/Rooftop One Raffles Place Singapore 048616 Tel: +65 6438 0410 E: reservations@1-altitude.com 1-altitude.com 28 Hong Kong Street 28 Hong Kong Street Singapore 059667 Tel: +65 6533 2001 E: findus@28hks.com www.28hks.com Ah Sam Cold Drink Stall 60 A Boat Quay, Singapore 049848 Tel: +65 6535 0838 E: ahsamcolddrinkstall@gmail.com www.facebook.com/ AhSamColdDrinkStall Attica 3A River Valley Rd #01- 03 Clarke Quay Singapore 179020 Tel: +65 6333 9973 www.attica.com.sg Bang Bang Pan Pacific Singapore 7 Raffles Boulevard Tel: +65 8127 2808 bangbang.sg Bar Stories 55-57A Haji Lane Singapore 189248 Tel: +65 6298 0838 www.barstories.com.sg Bartini 46 Club Street, Singapore 069423 Tel: +65 6221 1025 E: info@bartini.com.sg facebook.com/bartini.sg Bitters & Love 36 North Canal Road Singapore 059292 Tel: +65 6438 1836 www.bittersandlove.com Blu jaz Café 11 Bali Lane, Historic Kampong Glam, Singapore 189848 Tel: +65 9199 0610 blujazcafe.net Canvas #B1-01/06 The Riverwalk, 20 Upper Circular Rd Tel: +65 6538 2928 E: info@canvasvenue.sg canvasvenue.sg Club Kyo 133 Cecil Street, Keck Seng Tower #B1-02, singapore 069535 Tel: +65 8299 8735 clubkyo.com Crazy Elephant 3E River Valley Road #01-03/04 Clarke Quay Singapore 179024 Tel: +65 6337 7859 E: info@crazyelephant.com crazyelephant.com

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Empire Level 45 Singapore Land Tower, 50 Raffles Place, Singapore 048623 Tel: +65 8349 1672 Fenix Room Block 3C, River Valley Road, Clark Quay, Singapore 179022 Tel: +65 6305 6768 Hood Bar and Café #05-07, 201 Victoria Street Singapore 188067 Tel: +65 6221 8846 hoodbarandcafe.com

Afterwit 778 North Bridge Road Singapore 198746 Tel: +65 6299 1728 afterwit.sg

Prince Of Wales Little India 101 Dunlop Steet, Singapore 209420 Tel: +65 6299 0130 E: info@pow.com.sg pow.com.sg

Artistry Café 17 Jalan Pinang Singapore 199149 Tel: +65 6298 2420 artistryspace.com

RedDot BrewHouse @ Dempsey Road 25A Dempsey Road, #01-01 Singapore 247691 Tel: +65 6475 0500 reddotbrewhouse.com.sg

Artichoke Café + Bar Sclupture Square, 161 Middle Road Tel: +65 6336 6949 artichoke.com.sg

Jekyll & Hyde 49 Tras Street, Singapore 078988 RedDot BrewHouse @ Boat Quay Tel: +65 6222 3349 www.49tras.st 33/34 Boat Quay, Singapore 049823 Tel: +65 6535 4500 reddotbrewhouse.com.sg Jigger & Pony 101 Amoy Street, Singapore 069921 Tanjong Beach Club Tel: +65 62239101 120 Tanjong Beach Walk www.jiggerandpony.com Sentosa, Singapore 098942 Tel: +65 9750 5323 KPO tanjongbeachclub.com 1 Killiney Road, Kilinery Post Office Tel: +65 6733 3648 The Cufflink Club facebook.com/KPO.sg 6 Jiak Chuan Road, Singapore 089262 E: info@thecufflinkclub.com KURO Restaurant & Bar thecufflinkclub.com 3C River Valley Road, Clarke Quay The Cannery, #01-11 The Powder Room Singapore 179022 Level 2, The Black Swan Tel: +65 9733 6669 19 Cecil Street E: enquiries@kuro.com.sg Singapore 049704 kuro.com.sg Tel: +65 8181 3305 La Terraza Rooftop Bar Timbre @ Gillman Screening Room, 12 Ann Siang Road 9A Lock Road, Gillman Barracks Singapore 069692 Tel: +65 6221 1694 ext 3; +65 6532 3357 Singapore 108926 Tel: +65 6694 4201 E: info@screeningroom.com.sg timbre.com.sg screeningroom.com.sg Loof 331 North Bridge Rd, #03-07 Odeon Towers, Extension Rooftop Singapore 188720 Tel: +65 6338 8035 E: loof@loof.com.sg www.loof.com.sg Maison Ikkoku 20 Kandahar Street Singapore 198885 Tel: +65 6294 0078 maison-ikkoku.net Manhattan 2/F The Regent Singapore 1 Cuscaden Road Tel: +65 6725 3377 facebook.com/manhattansg. Molly Malone’s 56 Circular Rd, Singapore 049411 Tel: +65 6536 2029 molly-malone.com Nutmeg & Clove 17 Ann Siang Road, Singapore 069697 Tel: +65 6423 9885 facebook.com/nutmegandclove Operation Dagger 7 Ann Siang Hill Singapore 069791 operationdagger.com

Penny University 402 East Coast Road, Singapore 428997 Tel: +65 6765 4531

Prince Of Wales Boat Quay 51 Boat Quay, Singapore 049840 Tel: +65 6557 2498 E: info@pow.com.sg pow.com.sg

Timbre @ The Arts House 1 Old Parliament Lane #01-04 Singapore 179429 Tel: +65 6336 3386 timbre.com.sg Timbre @ The Substation 45 Armenian Street, Singapore 179936 Tel: +65 6338 8030 timbre.com.sg Verre Wine Bar 8 Rodyk Street, Singapore 238216 Tel: +65 6509 1917 verre.com.sg Zouk Singapore 17 Jiak Kim Street Singapore 169420 Tel: +65 6738 2988 zoukclub.com

Ronin 17 Hongkong Street Singapore 059660

Caffe Pralet 17 Eng Hoon Street #01-04 Singapore 169767 Tel: +65 6223 5595 E: caffepralet@creativeculinaire.com creativeculinaire.com Coastes Singapore 50 Siloso Beach Walk Singapore 099000 Tel: +65 6274 9668 coastes.com Common Man Coffee Roasters 22 Martin Road, Singapore 239058 Tel: +65 6836 4695 commonmancoffeeroasters.com Dutch Colony Coffee Company 113 Frankel Avenue Singapore 458230 Tel: +65 6448 5852 dutchcolony.sg Group Therapy #02-01, 49 Duxton Road Singapore 089513 Tel: +65 6222 2554 gtcoffee.com Hard Rock Café 50 Cuscaden Road, #02/03-01 HPL House, Singapore 249724 Tel: +65 6235 5232 Resort World Sentosa, The Forum #01-209, Singapore 098138 Tel: +65 6795 7454 Changi Airport Terminal 3 Departure Lounge Tel: +65 6241 6267 HARDROCK.COM High Society Marina Bay Sands Café & Restaurant The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, #B2-47/48 Tel: +65 6688 7522 E: events@highsociety.com.sg highsociety.com.sg

CAFES 31 Bar & Kitchen 31 Keong Saik Road, Singapore 089138 Tel: +65 6224 9141

Jones The Grocer Block 9 #01-12 Dempsey Road Dempsey Hill Singapore 247697 Tel: +65 6476 1512 E: dempseyhill@jonesthegrocer.com jonesthegrocer.com

40 Hands 78 Yong Siak St., #01-12 Tiong Bahru Tel: +65 6225 8545 E: info@40handscoffee.com 40handscoffee.com

My Awesome Café 202 Telok Ayer Street Singapore 068639 Tel: +65 8428 0102 myawesomecafe.com

Sunday Market 22 Lim Tua Tow Road Singapore 547772 Tel: +65 6287 8880 sundaymarket.sg Symmetry 9 Jalan Kubor Singapore 199206 Tel: +65 6291 9901 symmetry.com.sg Tiong Bahru Bakery 56 Eng Hoon Street, Singapore 160056 Tel: +65 6220 3430 The Library 47 Keong Saik Road Tel: +65 6221 8338 the-study.sg 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 Junction 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

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Shaw Theatres shaw.sg Shaw Theatres Lido 350, Orchard Road, 5th/6th Floor Shaw House Singapore 238868 Shaw Theatres Choa Chu Kang Lot 1 Shoppersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Mall Choa Chu Kang Ave 4, 5th/6th Floor Singapore 689812 Shaw Theatres NEX 23, Serangoon Central, #04-64, Nex Singapore 556083 Shaw Theatres Balestier 360, Balestier Road Shaw Plaza, #04-04 Singapore 329783 Shaw Theatres Bugis 200, Victoria Street, #04-02 Bugis Junction 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 Tel: +65 6835 9087 FILMGARDE - Leisure Park Kallang Level 3, Leisure Park Kallang 5 Stadium Walk Singapore 397693 Tel: +65 6344 5997 JADE Theatre Level 2 Shaw Towers 100 Beach Road, Singapore 189702 Tel: +65 6293 5717

EDUCATION Village Camps UWCSEA East Campus, 1 Tampines Street 73 Tel: +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 Tel: +65 6776 1336 E: info@email.3dclassworks.com 3dclassworks.com Art Loft 116 Middle Road #03-01 ICB Enterprice House Singapore 188972 Tel: +65 6443 6221 E: enquiries@artloft.com.sg artloft.com.sg Camp Challenge Pte Ltd 8 Admiralty Road East Singapore 759991 Tel: +65 6257 4427 E: enquiries@camp-challenge.com camp-challenge.com Centre for Robotics Learning Nullspace 272 Upper Bukit Timah Road, #03-14, Singapore 588212 Tel: +65 9099 4914 E: c4rl@nullspace.com.sg c4rl.nullspace.com.sg City College Private Limited 2 Bukit Merah Central, #20-00 Singapore 159835 Tel: +65 6511 6833 E: info@citycollege.edu.sg citycollege.edu.sg Cookery Magic 117 Fidelio Street, Singapore 458492 Tel: +65 9665 6831 E: info@cookerymagic.com cookerymagic.com EMC Workshops Blk 250 Bishan Street 22 #B1-384 Singapore 570250 Tel: +65 6451 4188 E: info@emc.sg emc.sg Escape Hunt 100 Orchard Road, Concorde Hotel & Shopping Mall, #02-43, Singapore 238840 Tel: +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 Tel: +65 6339 2737 E: singapore@flightexperience.com.sg flightexperience.com.sg

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

National Library Gallery 100 Victoria Street, Singapore Tel: +65 6332 3255 nl.sg Red Sea Gallery Block 9 Dempsey Road, #01-10 Dempsey Hill, Singapore 247697 Tel: +65 6732 6711 redseagallery.com Singapore Art Gallery 27 Woking Road #01-01 Singapore 138705 Tel: +65 3108 0301 sagg.info/ Singapore City Gallery 45 Maxwell Road, The URA Centre, Singapore Tel: +65 6321 8321 singaporecitygallery.sg Singapore Tyler Print Institute 41 Robertson Quay Singapore 238236 Tel: +65 6336 3663 stpi.com.sg White Canvas Gallery 57 Eng Hoon Street #01-82 Tiong Bahru Singapore 160057 Tel: +65 6220 8723 whitecanvas-gallery.com culture & heritage Grassroots Heritage Centre 70 South Buona Vista Road Tel: +65 6474 4241 nacli.pa.gov.sg peranakan culture NUS Baba House 157 Neil Rd Singapore 088883 Tel: +65 6227 5731 E: babahouse@nus.edu.sg nus.edu.sg/museum/baba Katong Antique House 208 East Coast Road Singapore 428907 Tel: +65 6345 8544 Rumah Bebe 113 East Coast Road, Singapore 428803 Tel: +65 6247 8781 culture Chinese Culture

GALLERIES Gillman Barracks 9 Lock Road, Singapore 108937 gillmanbarracks.com

Chinatown Heritage Centre 48 Pagoda Street, Singapore 059207 Tel: +65 6534 8942 E: marketing@chinatown.org.sg chinatownheritagecentre.sg

IRAS Gallery - The Singapore Tax Story 1st storey of Revenue House 55 Newton Road Tel: +65 6351 2076 E: iras@iras.gov.sg iras.gov.sg

Buddha Tooth Relic Temple & Museum 288 South Bridge road Singapore 058840 Tel: +65 6220 0220 btrts.org.sg

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Thekchen Choling 2 Beatty Lane, Singapore 209945 thekchencholing.org Tel: +65 6466 3720 Singapore Hong San See 31 Mohamed Sultan Road Singapore 238975 Tel: +65 6737 3683 Lian Shan Shuang Lin Temple 184E Jalan Toa Payoh, Singapore 319941 Tel: +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 Tel: +65 6737 9555 www.ngeeann.com.sg/en/ngee-anncultural-centre Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall 12 Tai Gin Road, Singapore 327874 Tel: +65 6256 7377 Chinese culture Arts Chinese Garden Chinese Garden Road off Yuan Ching Road Singapore 619795 Drama Box 14A â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 14C Trengganu Street Singapore 058468 Tel: +65 6324 5434 dramabox.org Malay Culture Shopping Jamal Kazura Aromatics 728 North Bridge Road Singapore 198696 jamalkazura.com The Heritage Shop 93 Jalan Sultan, #01-01, Singapore 198997 Tel: +65 6223 7982 Malay Culture Arts Teater Ekamatra Telok Ayer Performing Arts Centre 182 Cecil Street #01-08/10/11 Singapore 069547 Tel: +65 6323 6528 ekamatra.org.sg Malay Cultural centre Malay Heritage Centre 85 Sultan Gate Singapore 198501 Tel: +65 6391 0450

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HOTELS

Sultan Mosque 3 Muscat St, Singapore 198833

Amara Sanctuary Resort Sentosa 1 Larkhill Road, Sentosa Island Singapore 099394 Tel: +65 6825 3888 E: sentosa@amarasanctuary.com amarasanctuary.com

Jamae Mosque 218 South Bridge Rd Singapore 058767 Hajjah Fatimah Mosque 4001 Beach Road Singapore 199584 Indian Culture worship Sri Mariamman Temple 244 South Bridge Road Singapore 058793 Tel: +65 6223 4064 btrts.org.sg Sri Thandayuthapani Temple 15 Tank Road, Singapore 238065 sttemple.com Sri Senpaga Vinayagar Temple 19 Ceylon Road Singapore 429613 Tel: +65 6345 8176 senpaga.org.sg Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple 141 Serangoon Road Singapore 218042 Tel: +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 Tel: +65 6447 1578 eurasians.org.sg CLINICS Amaris B. Clinic 140 Arab Street Singapore 199827 Tel: +65 65364211; +65 62961416 E: customer@www.amaris-b.com Freia Medical 435 Orchard Road Wisma Atria Office Tower, #19-03 Singapore 238877 Tel: +65 6735 8180 E: info@freia.com.sg freia.sg Innate 58 Club Street, Singapore 069433 Tel: +65 6835 9538 The Counselling Place 7500A Beach Road #04-323 The Plaza Singapore 199591 Tel: +65 6887 3695 www.thecounsellingplace.com

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Amara Singapore 165 Tanjong Pagar Road Singapore 088539 Tel: +65 6879 2555 singapore.amarahotels.com Ascott Raffles Place Singapore 2 Finlayson Green, S ingapore 049247 Tel: +65 6577 1688 the-ascott.com Beach Villas Resorts World Sentosa - Beach Villas 8 Sentosa Gateway, Sentosa Island Singapore 098269 Tel: + 65 6577 8888 Bayview Hotel Singapore 30 Bencoolen Street Singapore 189621 Tel: +65 6337 2882 bayviewhotels.com Capella Hotel, Singapore 1 The Knolls, Sentosa Island Singapore 098297 Tel: +65 6377 8888 capellasingapore.com Capri by Fraser Changi City, Singapore 3 Changi Business Park Central 1 Singapore 486037 Tel: +65 6933 9833 capribyfraser.com Carlton City Hotel Singapore 1 Gopeng Street, Singapore 078862 Tel: +65 6632 8888 carltoncity.sg Carlton Hotel Singapore 76 Bras Basah Road Singapore 189558 Tel: +65 6338 8333 carltonhotel.sg Concorde Hotel Singapore 100 Orchard Road Singapore 238840 Tel: +65 6733 8855 concordehotel.com.sg Conrad Centennial Singapore 2 Temasek Boulevard Singapore 038982 Tel: +65 6334 8888 conradhotels.com Copthorne Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hotel Singapore 403 Havelock Road Singapore 169632 Tel: +65 6733 0011 copthornekings.com.sg Crowne Plaza Changi Airport 75 Airport Boulevard Singapore 819664 Tel: +65 6823 5300 singapore.crowneplaza.com

Days Hotel Singapore at Zhongshan Park 1 Jalan Rajah Singapore 329133 Tel: +65 6808 6868 dayshotelsingapore.com Dorsett Singapore 333 New Bridge Road Singapore 088765 Tel: +65 6678 8333 dorsetthotels.com/singapore Equarius Hotel Resorts World Sentosa - Equarius Hotel, 8 Sentosa Gateway Sentosa Island Singapore 098269 Tel: +65 6577 8888 Fairmont Singapore 80 Bras Basah Road Singapore 189560 Tel: +65 6339 7777 fairmont.com/singapore Festive Hotel Resorts World Sentosa - Festive Hotel, 8 Sentosa Gateway Sentosa Island Singapore 098269 Tel: +65 6577 8888 www.rwsentosa.com/Homepage/ HotelsAndSpa/FestiveHotel Four Seasons Hotel Singapore 190 Orchard Boulevard Singapore 248646 Tel: +65 6734 1110 fourseasons.com/singapore Furama City Centre Singapore 60 Eu Tong Sen Street Singapore 059804 Tel: +65 6533 3888 furama.com/citycentre Furama Riverfront Singapore 405 Havelock Road Singapore 169633 Tel: +65 6333 8898 furama.com/riverfront Goodwood Park Hotel 22 Scotts Road Singapore 228221 Tel: +65 6737 7411 goodwoodparkhotel.com Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore 392 Havelock Road Singapore 169663 Tel: +65 6733 0880 grandcopthorne.com.sg Grand Hyatt Singapore 10 Scotts Road Singapore 228211 Tel: +65 6738 1234 singapore.grand.hyatt.com Grand Mercure Roxy Hotel 50 East Coast Road Roxy Square Singapore 428769 Tel: +65 6344 8000 grandmercureroxy.com.sg

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Grand Park City Hall 10 Coleman Street Singapore 179809 Tel: +65 6336 3456 parkhotelgroup.com Grand Park Orchard 270 Orchard Road Singapore 238857 Tel: +65 6603 8888 parkhotelgroup.com Hard Rock Hotel® Singapore Resorts World Sentosa - Hard Rock Hotel Singapore 8 Sentosa Gateway Sentosa Island Singapore 098269 Tel: + 65 6577 8888 Hilton Singapore 581 Orchard Road Singapore 238883 Tel: +65 6737 2233 singapore.hilton.com Holiday Inn Express Singapore Clarke Quay 2 Magazine Road Singapore 059573 Tel: +65 6589 8000 ihg.com Holiday Inn Express Singapore Orchard Road 20 Bideford Road Singapore 229921 Tel: +65 6690 3199 ihg.com Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium 317 Outram Road Singapore 169075 Tel: +65 6733 0188 holidayinn.com/atrium-sin Holiday Inn Singapore Orchard City Centre 11 Cavenagh Road, Singapore 229616 Tel: +65 6733 8333 holiday-inn.com/sin-orchard Hotel 1929 50 Keong Saik Road Singapore 089154 Tel: +65 6347 1929 hotel1929.com Hotel Bencoolen Singapore 47 Bencoolen Street Singapore 189626 Tel: +65 6336 0822 hotelbencoolen.com Hotel Fort Canning Singapore 11 Canning Walk Singapore 178881 Tel: +65 6559 6770 hfcsingapore.com Hotel Grand Pacific 101 Victoria Street Singapore 188018 Tel: +65 6336 0811 hotelgrandpacific.com.sg Hotel Jen Orchardgateway Singapore 277 Orchard Road Singapore 238858 Tel: +65 6708 8888

Hotel Jen Tanglin Singapore 1A Cuscaden Road Singapore 249716 Tel: +65 6738 2222 tradershotels.com Hotel Michael Resorts World Sentosa - Hotel Michael 8 Sentosa Gateway Sentosa Island Singapore 098269 Tel: +65 6577 8888 www.rwsentosa.com/Homepage/ HotelsAndSpa/HotelMichael Hotel Miramar Singapore 401 Havelock Road Singapore 169631 Tel: +65 6733 0222 miramar.com.sg Hotel Novotel Singapore Clarke Quay 177A River Valley Road Singpore 179031 Tel: +65 6338 3333 novotel.com ibis Singapore Novena 6 Irrawaddy Road Singapore 329543 Tel: +65 6808 9888 ibishotel.com Ibis Singapore on Bencoolen 170 Bencoolen Street Singapore 189657 Tel: +65 6593 2888 ibishotels.com/ SingaporeBencoolen InterContinental Singapore 80 Middle Road, Singapore 188966 Tel: +65 6338 7600 intercontinental.com/singapore Klapsons, The Boutique Hotel 15 Hoe Chiang Road Singapore 089316 Tel: +65 6521 9000 klapsons.com Link Hotel Singapore 50 Tiong Bahru Road Singapore 158794 Tel: +65 6622 8585 linkhotel.com.sg

Marina Mandarin Singapore 6 Raffles Boulevard Marina Square Singapore 039594 Tel: +65 6845 1000 meritushotels.com Mövenpick Heritage Hotel Sentosa 23 Beach View, Sentosa Singapore 098679 Tel: +65 6818 3388 movenpick-sentosa.com Naumi Hotel 41 Seah Street Singapore 188396 Tel: +65 6403 6000 naumihotel.com Naumi Liora 55 Keong Saik Road Singapore 089158 Tel: +65 6922 9000 naumiliora.com New Majestic Hotel 31-37 Bukit Pasoh Road Singapore 089845 Tel: +65 6511 4700 newmajestichotel.com Nostalgia Hotel 77 Tiong Bahru Road Singapore 168727 Tel: +65 6808 1818 hotelnostalgia.com.sg Oasia Hotel Singapore 8 Sinaran Drive Singapore 307470 Tel: +65 6664 0333 oasiahotel.com ONE°15 Marina Club 11 Cove Drive #01-01 Sentosa Cove Singapore 098497 Tel: +65 6305 6988 one15marina.com Orchard Hotel Singapore 442 Orchard Road Singapore 238879 Tel: +65 6734 7766 orchardhotel.com.sg

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

Orchard Parade Hotel 1 Tanglin Road, Singapore 247905 Tel: +65 6737 1133 orchardparade.com.sg Pan Pacific Orchard 10 Claymore Road Singapore 229540 Tel: +65 6737 0811 panpacific.com/orchard Pan Pacific Singapore 7 Raffles Boulevard Marina Square Singapore 039595 Tel: +65 6336 8111 panpacific.com/singapore

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

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

M Hotel Singapore 81 Anson Road, Singapore 079908 Tel: +65 6224 1133 m-hotel.com Mandarin Orchard Singapore 333 Orchard Road, Singapore 238867 Tel: +65 6737 4411 meritushotels.com

Parkroyal on Beach Road 7500 Beach Road Singapore 199591 Tel: +65 6505 5666 parkroyalhotels.com Parkroyal on Kitchener Road 181 Kitchener Road Singapore 208533 Tel: +65 6428 3000 parkroyalhotels.com Parkroyal on Pickering 3 Upper Pickering Street Singapore 058289 Tel: +65 6809 8888 parkroyalhotels.com Peninsula.Excelsior Hotel 5 Coleman Street Singapore 179805 Tel: +65 6337 2200 ytchotels.com.sg Raffles Hotel, Singapore 1 Beach Road Singapore 189673 Tel: +65 6337 1886 singapore-raffles.raffles.com Ramada Singapore at Zhongshan Park 16 Ah Hood Road Singapore 329982 Tel: +65 6252 9500 ramadasingapore.com Rendezvous Grand Hotel Singapore 9 Bras Basah Road Singapore 189559 Tel: +65 6336 0220 rendezvoushotels.com/singapore Resorts World at Sentosa 8 Sentosa Gateway Sentosa Island Singapore 098269 Tel: +65 6577 8888 rwsentosa.com Riverview Hotel Singapore 382 Havelock Road Singapore 169629 Tel: +65 6349 4888 riverview.com.sg Robertson Quay Hotel 15 Merbau Road Singapore 239032 Tel: +65 6735 3333 robertsonquayhotel.com.sg Royal Plaza on Scotts 25 Scotts Road Singapore 228220 Tel: +65 6737 7966 royalplaza.com.sg Santa Grand Hotel East Coast 171 East Coast Road Singapore 428877 Tel: +65 6298 8889 santagrandhotels.com/eastcoast.asp Shangri-La Hotel Singapore 22 Orange Grove Road, Singapore 258350 Tel: +65 6737 3644 shangri-la.com

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CHARLES & KEITH / PEDRO (Charles & Keith Wong) The Shoppes Marina Bay Sands, Basement 2 ION Orchard, Basement 3 Tel: +65 6488 2688 ; 6590 7800 (Pedro) E: keith.wong@charleskeith.com charleskeith.com pedroshoes.com CHOOYILIN (Choo Yilin) The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore Amber Point, 1 Amber Road, #16-1 7 Raffles Avenue Siloso Beach Resort (Stockist) TANGS Orchards, level 2 Singapore 039799 51 Imbiah Walk Tel: +65 8571 9138 Tel: +65 6337 8888 Sentosa E: info@chooyilin.com ritzcarlton.com/en/Properties/ Singapore 099538 www.chooyilin.com Singapore Tel: +65 6722 3333 York Hotel E: enquiry@silosobeachresort.com CODE DECO (Gauri Garodia) 21 Mount Elizabeth The Scarlet Hotel (Flagship) Code Deco at PACT Singapore 228516 33 Erskine Road Singapore Marriott Hotel Orchard Central, #02-22 Tel: +65 6737 0511 Singapore 069333 320 Orchard Road codedeco.com.sg yorkhotel.com.sg Tel: +65 6511 3333 Singapore 238865 (Stockist) Nana & Bird thescarlethotel.com Tel: +65 6735 5800 Tiong Bahru, 59 Eng Hoon St marriott.com/sindt (Stockist) TANGS Orchard Level 2 LOCAL BRANDS & DESIGNERS The Singapore Resort & Spa Sentosa Tel: +65 9117 0430 2 Bukit Manis Road Sofitel So Singapore codedeco.com.sg AIJEK(Danelle Woo) Sentosa 35 Robinson Road Nana & Bird Singapore 099891 Singapore 068876 COUPE - COUSU 59 Eng Hoon St #01-65 Tel: +65 6275 0331 Tel: +65 6701 6800 (Alex Yeo & Xie Shangqian) singaporeresortsentosa.com Tangs Orchard Eclecticism Studio M Hotel 310 Orchard Road Paragon Shopping Centre #03-08 The South Beach 3 Nanson Road Level 3 Menswear Tel: +65 9117 0430; +65 6235 5514 30 Beach Road Singapore 238910 Tel: +65 9008 9923 E: danellewoo@aijek.com Singapore 189763 Tel: +65 6808 8888 www.aijek.com E: enquiry@coupecousu.com Tel: +65 6818 3503 studiomhotel.com www.coupecousu.com ANGELIA (Zen and Angela Tan) The St. Regis Singapore Swissotel Merchant Court, CLOTHESMITH (Leslie Tay) Orchard Central 29 Tanglin Road Singapore Triple One Somerset #01-16 (Flagship) Singapore 247911 20 Merchant Road 111 Somerset #01-01 PARCO next NEXT Tel: +65 6506 6888 Singapore 058281 Tel: +65 6235 9767 Millenia Walk Level 2 starwoodhotels.com/stregis Tel: +65 6337 2288 E: info@clothesmith.asia Tel: +65 6338 8246 swissotel.com www.clothessmith.asia E: info@angelia.com.sg The Westin Singapore www.facebook.com/ANGELIA.label 12 Marina View, Asia Square Tower 2 Swissotel The Stamford CYC THE CUSTOM SHOP Singapore 018961 2 Stamford Road (Fong Long Fern) AZIMUTH WATCH Co. Tel: +65 6922 6888 Singapore 178882 Raffles Hotel Arcade, #02-12 (Alvin Lye & Christopher Long) thewestinsingapore.com Tel: +65 6338 8585 328 North Bridge Road Krasnaya, The Watch Gallery swissotel.com Tel: +65 6336 3556 ION Orchard B3-03 The Westin Singapore E: enquiry@cyccustomshop.com Asia Square Tower 2 The Amoy Red Army Watches 12 Marina View 76 Telok Ayer Street www.cyccustomshop.com Millenia Walk, #01-78 Singapore 018961 Singapore 048464 Tel: +65 6509 8606; 6341 9007 Tel: +65 6922 6888 Tel: +65 6580 2888 Dave Fine Jewellery (Dave Soh) www.azimuthwatch.com thewestinsingapore.com stayfareast.com.sg (Flagship) Wheelock Place 501 Orchard Road #03-17A Village Hotel Albert Court BOUTIQUE The Elizabeth Hotel (Stockist) TANGS Orchard (Ashley Isham) 180 Albert Street 24 Mount Elizabeth 310 Orchard Road Level 2 Boutique Orchard Central, #01-27 Singapore 189971 Singapore 228518 (Stockist) Takashimaya Shopping Flagship Tel: +65 6339 3939 Tel: +65 6738 1188 Centre, Level 1 The Fullerton Hotel, #01-04 stayfareast.com theelizabeth.com.sg Tel: +65 6836 5488 Tel: +65 6509 5408; +65 6536 4036 E: reach@jewelsbydave.com www.aibyashleyisham.com www.jewelsbydave.com Village Hotel Bugis The Quincy Hotel 390 Victoria Street 22 Mount Elizabeth BYSI Singapore 188061 Singapore 228517 DEPRESSION (Tan Yiew Kiat, Susan Horn & Tel: +65 6297 2828 Tel: +65 6738 5888 (Andrew Loh & Kenny Lim) Queeneste Er) Cineleisure Orchard stayfareast.com Far East Plaza, #01-01/01 A/02 The Fullerton Bay Hotel #03-05A 8 Grange Road Suntec City Mall, #02-377/378 Village Hotel Changi 80 Collyer Quay Tel: +65 9889 2179 Tel: +65 6836 7715; +65 6336 2116 1 Netheravon Road Singapore 049326 E: Kenny@depression.com.sg; www.bysi.com Singapore 508502 Tel: +65 6333 8388 andrew@depression.com.sg Tel: +65 6379 7111 E: info@fullertonbayhotel.com www.depression.com.sg CARRIE K. (Carolyn Kan) stayfareast.com fullertonbayhotel.com (Atelier) 136 Bukit Timah Road DZOJCHEN (Stockist) TANGS Orchards, level 2 Village Hotel Katong The Fullerton Hotel Singapore (Chelsea Scott - Blackhall) (Stockist) Front Row, Raffles Hotel 25 Marine Parade 1 Fullerton Square CODA Co., Scotts Square, #02-03 Arcade Singapore 449536 Singapore 049178 Tel: +65 9617 7157 Tel: +65 6735 4036 Tel: +65 6344 2200 Tel: +65 6733 8388 E: csb@dzojchen.com E: contact@carriekrocks.com www.stayfareast.com/en/hotels/ E: info@fullertonhotel.com www.dzojchen.com www.carriekrocks.com village-hotel-katong.aspx fullertonhotel.com Shangri-La Rasa Sentosa Resort & Spa 101 Siloso Road Sentosa Singapore 098970 Tel: +65 6275 0100 shangri-la.com Sheraton Towers Singapore 39 Scotts Road Singapore 228230 Tel: +65 6737 6888 sheratonsingapore.com

The Quincy Hotel 22 Mount Elizabeth Singapore 228517 Tel: +65 6738 5888 quincy.com.sg The Regent Singapore 1 Cuscaden Road Singapore 249715 Tel: +65 6733 8888 regenthotels.com

W Singapore - Sentosa Cove 21 Ocean Way Singapore 098374 Tel: +65 6808 7288 singaporesentosacove.com Wanderlust Hotel No. 2 Dickson Road Singapore 209494 Tel: +65 6396 3322 wanderlusthotel.com WANGZ Hotel 231 Outram Road Singapore 169040 Tel: +65 6595 1388 wangzhotel.com

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EDGE OF EMBER (Lynette Ong) (Stockist) Nana & Bird 79 Chay Yan Street, #01-02 (Stockist) What Women Want Mandarin Gallery, #02-02 (Showroom) 115 Amoy Street, #04-00 Tel: +65 9117 0430 E: info@edgeofember.com www.edgeofember.com ED ET AL (Edwin Neo) Fiftyfive, 55B Boat Quay Level 3 Tel: +65 9227 4728 E: edwin@edetal.sg edetal.sg EDYPOI (Leroy Xavier Zhong) Swagger, 15 Ann Siang Road Tel: +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 Scotts Level 2 Tel: +65 6634 2201; 6737 5500 www.sabrinagoh.com ETHAN (Ethan Koh) Malmaison by The Hour Glass Tel: +65 6884 8484 E: info@ethan-k.com www.ethan-k.com Knightsbridge 270 Orchard Road #01-01 Tel: +65 6884 8484 E: info@ethan-k.com www.ethan-k.com FINESPUN CLOTHIERS (Caroline Yak) 28 Ann Siang Road (Inside The Club Hotel) Tel: +65 6225 6016 E: ask@finespunclothiers.com www.finespunclothiers.com

HANSEL (Jo Soh) (Flagship) Mandarin Gallery #02-14 Tel: +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 Tel: +65 6475 0298 (Press/Media) E: sven.tan@ingoodcompany.asia www.ingoodcompany.asia K BY KEVIN SEAH (Kevin Seah) Fiftyfive, 55B Boat Quay Level 3 Tel: +65 8189 2150 E: clinton@kevinseah.com.sg www.kbykevinseah.tumblr.com KWANPEN (Kwan Pen) ION Orchard #03-17 Tel: +65 6238 0223; 6688 7922 www.kwanpen.com LEE HWA (Jewellery) ION Orchard, #B2-58 Suntec City, #01-317/318 Tel: +65 6509 8820; 6884 5319 E: keanseen.ng@aspial.com www.leehwajewellery.com LING WU (Goh Ling Ling) (Studio) 129 Tyrwhitt Road Tel: +65 9696 3118 E: ling@lingwu.sg www.lingwu.sg MAE PANG (Pang Ai Mei) Actually …, 313 @Somerset, #04-06 Tel: +65 6223 4804 www.mae-pang.com MARILYN TAN JEWELLERY (Marilyn Tan) (Atelier) Tiong Bahru Block 59 Eng Hoon Street, #01-71 Front Row, Raffles Hotel Arcade, #02-08/09

NANKAI Takashimaya S.C Ngee Ann city, #05-27A Singapore Flyer #02-10 Tel: +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 Tel: +65 6337 3726 nicholasnic.com ONG SHUNMUGAM (Priscilla Shunmugam) Hong Leong Building B1-36 16 Raffles Quay Tel: +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 Junction, #01-48/49 Tel: +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 Tel: +65 6737 0682; 6509 4296 E: douglas.benjamin@fjbenjamin.com www.raoul.com RECKLESS ERICKA (Afton Chen, Louis Koh & Ruth Marbun) Orchard Central, #02-08/09 Tel: +65 6338 8246 www.recklessericka.com SARA TASEER FINE JEWELLERY (Sara Taseer) Hilton Hotel Shopping Gallery, #02-15, 581 Orchard Road Tel: +65 6235 8860 E: salmanshoaib@sarataseer.com sarataseer.com

FOUNDATION JEWELLERS TANGS Departmental Store, (Kwan Thim Fatt & Kwan Thim Kiong) 310 Orchard Road Holiday Inn Singapore Tel: +65 6222 4736 Orchard City Centre E: marilyn@marilyntanjewellery. #01-03/04/05 com.sg Tel: +65 6732 6141 SATURDAY (Nic Wong) marilyntanjewellery.com.sg www.peranakanjewellery.com.sg (Flagship) Wheelock Place, B2-04 TANGS Orchard Level 2 MAX TAN (Max Tan) FREDERIC SAI (Frederic Sai) Tel: +65 6887 3860; 6303 8688 (Stockist) Egg3 Cineleisure Orchard www.iwearsaturday.com 33 Erskine Road, #01-10/11/12 #03-04B (Stockist) Hook & Union 8 Grange Road SOO KEE JEWELLERY Orchard Central, #02-24/25 Tel: +65 6887 5408 (Flagship) The Shoppes Tel: +65 6536 6977 www.fredericsai.com.sg Marina Bay Sands, B2-235 E: max@maxtan.com.sg ION Orchard, #B2-66 www.maz-tan.com FRONT ROW Tel: +65 6509 8533 Raffles Hotel Arcade, #02-08 E: peterlim@sooke.com M)PHOSIS (Colin Koh) 328 North Bridge Road sookee.com ION Orchard, #B3-65 Tel: +65 6224 5501 Ngee Ann City, #B1-52 E: ann@frontrowsingapore.com STOLEN (Elyn Wong) Tel: +65 6509 1017; 6737 2190 frontrowsingapore.com Nana and Bird www.mphosis.net 79 Chay Yan Street #01-02 GG<5 (Monique Seow) MU (Alfie Leong) Raffles City Shopping Centre, Hide and Seek Bugis Junction, 01-48/49 #03-28, 313 @Somerset, 71 Bussorah Street The Centrepoint Robinsons, Level 3 #B2-12/13 Tel: +65 9117 0430; 6222 2825 Tel: +65 6337 7505 Tel: +65 6338 3688; 6735 2289 www.stolenstolen.com www.mu-apparel.com www.gg5.com 112 april - May 2016 www.nowsingapore.co.id

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SURRENDER Raffles Hotel Arcade, #02-31 328 North Bridge Road Tel: +65 6733 2130 surrenderous.com SWAGGER (Stan Lee) 15 Ann Siang Road Tel: +65 6223 5880 www.swaggerstore.com VANDA FINE CLOTHING (Gerald Shen & Diana Chan) (Atelier) Block 1014 Geylang East Ave 3, #02-218 Tel: +65 6842 2124 vandafineclothing.com WOMB (K.Mi Huang) (Flagship) ION Orchard, #B3-37 Raffless City Shopping Centre, #03-26 Tel: +65 6509 8128; 6338 9011 www.facebook/wombsingapore ZARDOZE Robinsons Orchard level 2 Robinsons Raffles City, level 2 Tel: +65 6532 3262 www.zardoze.com MALLS 313@somerset 313 Orchard Road Singapore 238895 313somerset.com.sg Bugis Junction 200 Victoria St Singapore 188021 Tel: +65 6557 6557 bugisjunction-mall.com.sg Capitol Piazza 13 Stamford Road Singapore 178905 Tel: +65 6499 5599 capitolpiazza.com 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 Far East Shopping Centre 545 Orchard Road Singapore 238882 FestiveWalk™ at Resorts World™ Sentosa 8 Sentosa Gateway Singapore 098269 rwsentosa.com Funan Digitalife Mall 109 North Bridge Road Singapore 179097 funan.com.sg

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Golden Mile Complex Golden Mile Complex 5001 Beach Road Singapore 199588 ION Orchard 2 Orchard Turn Singapore 238801 Tel: +65 6238 8228 ionorchard.com Joo Chiat Complex 1 Joo Chiat Road Singapore 420001 Mandarin Gallery 333A Orchard Road Singapore 238897 Tel: +65 6831 6363 mandaringallery.com.sg Marina Square 6 Raffles Boulevard Singapore 039594 Tel: +65 6339 8787 marinasquare.com.sg Millenia Walk 9 Raffles Boulevard Singapore 039596 Tel: +65 6883 1122 milleniawalk.com Mustafa Centre 145 Syed Alwi Road Singapore 207704 Tel: +65-6295 5855 mustafa.com.sg Ngee Ann City 391 Orchard Road Singapore 238872 Tel: +65 6506 0460 ngeeanncity.com.sg Orchard Central 181 Orchard Road Singapore 238896 Tel: +65 6238 1051 orchardcentral.com.sg Palais Renaissance 390 Orchard Road Singapore 238871 Tel: +65 6737 6992 palais.sg Paragon 290 Orchard Road Singapore 238859 paragon.com.sg Tel: +65 6738 5535 paragonmedical.com.sg Park Mall 9 Penang Rd, Singapore 238459 Tel: +65 6908 0320 / 6908 0324 parkmall.com.sg Plaza Singapura 68 Orchard Road Singapore 238839 Tel: +65 6332 9248 plazasingapura.com.sg Raffles City Shopping Centre 252 North Bridge Road Singapore 179101 Tel: +65 6318 0238 rafflescity.com.sg

Scotts Square 6 Scotts Road Singapore 228209 Tel: +65 6235 0575 scottssquare.com Suntec City Mall 5 Temasek Boulevard Singapore 038985 sunteccitymall.com Tanglin Shopping Centre 19 Tanglin Rd Singapore 247909 Tel: +65 6373 0849 tanglinsc.com TANGS Orchard 310 Orchard Road Singapore 38864 Tel: +65 6737 5500 The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands® 2 Bayfront Avenue Singapore 018972 marinabaysands.com VivoCity 1 HarbourFront Walk Singapore 098585 Tel: +65 6377 6860 vivocity.com.sg Wisma Atria Wisma Atria, 435 Orchard Rd Singapore 238877 Tel: +65 6235 8177 wismaonline.com Changi Airport Singapore Airport Boulevard, Singapore Terminal 1: 819642, Terminal 2: 819643, Terminal 3: 819663 Tel: +65 6595 6868 E: enquiry@changiairport.com changiairport.com RESTAURANTS American Crab In Da Bag #02-05 Water Sports Centre 8 Stadium Walk Singapore 397699 Tel: +65 6384 3511 Luke’s Oyster Bar & Chop House 20 Gemmill Lane Tel: +65 6221 4468 luke.com.sg Match Restaurant & Lounge 1/F Pan Pacific Singapore 7 Raffles Blvd Tel: +65 6337 0800 panpacific.com MEATliquor SIN 99 Duxton Road, Singapore 089543 Tel: +65 6221 5343 meatliquor.com.sg SALTA #01-56/57 Icon Village 12 Gopeng Street Tel: +65 6225 8443 saltaparrilla.com.sg

Hai Tien Lo 7 Raffles Blvd Singapore Tel: +65 6826 8240 panpacific.com

Sugarhall 102 Amoy Street Tel: +65 6222 9102 sugarhall.sg The Market Grill 208 Telor Ayer Street Tel: +65 6221 3323 themarketgrill.com.sg ARAB Café Le Caire 39 Arab street Singapore 199736 Tel: +65 6292 0979 E: enquiry@cafelecaire.com cafelecaire.com ARGENTINEAN BOCHINCHE #02-01 22 Martin 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

Hua Ting Restaurant 442 Orchard Road Singapore 238879 Tel: +65 6739 6666 E: huating.ohs@millenniumhotels.com millenniumhotels.com.sg Imperial Treasure (Super Peking Duck) 290 Orchard Rd #05-42 Paragon Singapore Tel: +65 6732 7838 imperialtreasure.com Imperial Treasure (Teochew Cuisine) 391 Orchard RD #04-20A Ngee Ann City Singapore Tel: +65 6736 2118 imperialtreasure.com Imperial Treasure ( Noodle & Conee House) 100 Tras ST #02-10 100 AM Singapore Tel: +65 6543 6668 imperialtreasure.com Imperial Treasure Shanghai Cuisine #04-22 Ngee Ann City 391 Orchard Road Tel: +65 6836 6909 imperialtreasure.com

Bamboo Bar 3A River Valley Road, #01-02 Singapore 179020 Tel: +65 6557 6268 bamboobar.com

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

Candlenut #01-03 Dorsett Residences 331 New Bridge Road Tel: +65 8121 4107 candlenut.com.sg Chopsuey Café Block 10, Dempsey Road #01-23 Singapore 247700 Tel: +65 9224 6611 pscafe.com/chopsuey-cafe-atdempsey-hill/ Crystal Jade Palace Restaurant 391 Orchard Road #04-19 Takashimaya Shopping Centre Singapore 238872 Tel: +65 6735 2388 crystaljade.com

Lepark #06-00, People’s Park Complex 1 Park Road Singapore 059108 Tel: 6908 5809 lepark.co

Cuisine Master Hotpot 68 Boat Quay Tel: +65 6438 9979 cuisinemaster.com.sg Golden Peony 2 Temasek Blvd Conrad Centennial Hotel Level 3 Singapore Tel: +65 6432 7482 conradhotels3.hilton.com

Li Bai Cantonese Restaurant 39 Scotts Road Singapore 228230 Tel: +65 6839 5623 sheratonsingapore.com/li-bai LIME 3 Upper Pickering ST Parkroyal On Pickering Singapore Tel: +65 6809 8899 parkroyalhotels.com Long Chim #02-02 Atrium 2 The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands 10 Bayfront Avenue Singapore 018956 Tel: +65 6688 7299 longchim.com.sg Morsels 35 Mayo Street Tel: +65 6396 6302 morsels.com.sg

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Neon Pigeon #01-03, 1 Keong Saik Road Singapore 089109 Tel: +65 6222 3623 neonpigeonsg.com NOSH 9 Rochester Park Tel: +65 6779 4644 nosh.com.sg Old Hong Kong Legend 252 North Bridge Road #02-18 Raffles City Shopping Centre Singapore Tel: +65 6336 3038 oldhongkong.com.sg Park Palace 10 Coleman ST Singapore Tel: +65 6432 5543 parkpalace.com.sg PIDGIN KITCHEN & BAR #01-04 7 Dempsey Road Tel: +65 6475 0080 pidgin.sg Shin Yeh 177 River Valley RD #02-19 Liang Court SC Singapore Tel: +65 6338 7337 shinyeh.com.sg Si Chuan Dou Hua @top of UOB Plaza 80 Raffles Place, #60-01 UOB Plaza 1 Singapore Tel: +65 6535 6006 sichuandouhua.com Straits Kitchen 10 Scotts RD, Grand Hyatt Singapore Singapore 228211 Tel: +65 6738 1234 singapore.grand.hyattrestaurants.com Summer Palace 1 Cuscaden RD LVL 3 Regent Singapore Tel: +65 6725 3288 regenthotels.com Summer Pavilion 7 Raffles Ave Singapore Tel: +65 6434 5286 ritzcarlton.com Szechuan Court 80 Bras Basah RD LVL 3 Fairmont S’pore Singapore Tel: +65 6431 6156 szechuancourt.com.sg The Blue Ginger Restaurant 97 Tanjong Pagar Road Singapore 088518 Tel: +65 6222 3928 theblueginger.com The Clifford Pier The Fullerton Bay Hotel 80 Collyer Quay Tel: +65 6597 5266 fullertonbayhotel.com

The Halia Ginger Garden Singapore Botanic Garden 1 Clunny Road Tel: +65 8444 1148 thehalia.com The Song of India 33 Scotts Road Singapore 228226 Tel: +65 6836 0055 thesongofindia.com Tian Tian Chicken Rice Maxwell Branch Stall No. 10 & 11 Maxwell Food Centre, Singapore 069184 Tel: +65 9691 4852 Simpang Bedok Branch 12 Jalan Pari Burong Singapore 488678 Tel: +65 6448 0120 E: enquiries@tiantianchickenrice.com tiantianchickenrice.com Tunglok Heen 26 Sentosa Gateway, Resorts World Sentosa, Hotel Michael, Lobby Level #02-142/143, Singapore Tel: +65 6884 7888 tunglokheen.com Tunglok Signatures 11 Tanglin RD, #02-18 Orchard Parade Hotel, Singapore Tel: +65 6834 0660 tungloksignatures.com Tunglok Xihe Peking Duck 200 Turf Club RD, #01-23/26 The Grandstand, Singapore Tel: +65 6466 3363 tunglok-xihe.com Violet Oon’s Kitchen 881 Bukit Timah Road Tel: +65 6468 5430 violetoonskitchen.com Wah Lok Cantonese Restaurant 76 Bras Basah Road, Level 2 Carlton Hotel, Singapore Tel: +65 6311 8188/9 carltonhotel.sg Yan Ting - Fine Cantonese Cuisine The St. Regis Singapore Level 1U, 29 Tanglin Road Singapore 247911 Tel: +65 6506 6887 E: yanting@stregis.com yantingrestaurant.com AUSTRALIAN Osia Sentosa Gateway, Singapore Tel: +65 6577 6688 rwsentosa.com Salt Grill & Sky Bar 2 Orchard Turn, ION Orchard #55-01 & #56-01 Singapore 238801 Tel: +65 6592 5118 saltgrill.com

BRAZILIAN Brazil Churrasco 14/16 Sixth Ave Singapore 276476 Tel: +65 6463 1923 brazilchurrasco.com British Bread Street Kitchen #01-81, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands 10 Bayfront Avenue Singapore 018956 Tel: +65 6688 5665 marinabaysands.com CHINESE Cassia 1 The Knolls Capella S’pore 3/L, Singapore 098297 Tel: +65 6591 5045 chope.co/sg/restaurant/cassia Cherry Garden 5 Raffles Ave Marina Square Singapore 039797 Tel: +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 Tel: +65 6278 5626 crystaljade.com Crystal Jade Golden Palace 290 Orcard Road #05-2 Paragon Singapore 238859 Tel: +65 6734 6866 crystaljade.com Crystal Jade Jiang Nan 1 Harbour Front Walk #01-52 VivoCity Singapore 098585 Tel: +65 6221 1830 crystaljade.com Crystal Jade Kitchen 2 Lorong Mambong Tel: +65 6469 0300 crystaljade.com Crystal Jade La Mian Xiao Long Bao 391 Orchard Road, #04-19 Takashimaya Shopping Centre Singapore 238872 Tel: +65 6238 1661 crystaljade.com Crystal Jade Palace 391 Orchard Road, #04-19 Takashimaya Shopping Centre Singapore 238872 Tel: +65 6735 2388 crystaljade.com Crystal Jade Premium 11 Cove Drive, Sentosa Cove #01-01 One 15 Marina Club, Singapore 098497 Tel: +65 6305 6998 crystaljade.com

Crystal Jade Pristine 6 Scotts Road, #03-04 Scotts Square Singapore 228209 Tel: +65 6636 1836 crystaljade.com Din Tai Fung 290 Orchard Road, # B1-03 Paragon Singapore 238859 Tel: +65 6836 8336 dintaifung.com.sg Hai Di Lao #02-04 Clarke Quay 3D River Valley Road Tel: +65 6337 8626 haidilao.com/sg Lei Garden Restaurant 30 Victoria ST, #01-24 Chijmes Singapore Tel: +65 6339 3822 leigarden.hk Majestic Restaurant New Majestic Hotel 31-37 Bukit Pasoh Road Singapore 089845 Tel: +65 6511 4718 E: restaurant@newmajestichotel.com restaurantmajestic.com Man Fu Yuan Restaurant 80 Middle Road Singapore 188966 Tel: +65 6338 7600 Min Jiang 22 Scotts Road Goodwood Park Hotel Tel: +65 6730 1704 goodwoodparkhotel.com Min Jiang At One-North 5 Rochester Park Singapore Tel: +65 6774 0122 goodwoodparkhotel.com Peach Blossoms 6 Raffles Boulevard Marina Square Singapore 039594 Tel: +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 Tel: +65 6535 7833 401 Havelock RD, LVL 3 Hotel Miramar Singapore Tel: +65 6736 3833 301 Upper Thomson Road #01-88 Thomson Plaza Singapore Tel: +65 6451 3233 peachgarden.com.sg Peony Jade (clarke Quay) 3A River Valley RD #02-02 Clarke Quay Singapore Tel: +65 6338 0305 peonyjade.com

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Shang Palace 22 Orange Grove Road Singapore Tel: +65 6213 4473 shangri-la.com Shisen Hanten 35/F, Orchard Wing Mandarin Orchard Singapore 333 Orchard Road Tel: +65 6831 6262 shisenhanten.com.sg Silkroad 165 Tanjong Pagar RD Level 2 Amara Singapore Tel: +65 6227 3848 silkroadrestaurants.com Tong Le Private Dining 60 Collyer Quay LVL 4& 5 Oue Tower Singapore Tel: +65 6634 3233 tong-le.com.sg Wan Hao Chinese Restaurant 3/F Singhapore Marriot Hotel 320 Orchard Road Tel: +65 6831 4605 singaporemarriot.com EUROPEAN &Made #01-04/05/06 Pacific Plaza 9 Scotts Road Tel: +65 6690 7566 andmade.sg 7 Adam 7 Adam Park Singapore 289926 Tel: +65 6467 0777 7adam.com Bar & Billiard Room 1 Beach Road Singapore 189673 Tel: +65 6337 1886 raffles.com/singapore/dining/barand-billiard-room Bitro Soori 2 Teck Lim Road Tel: +65 6438 3802 bistrosoori.com Broadcast HQ 109 Rowell Road Singapore 208031 Tel: +65 6292 4405 facebook.com/BroadcastHQ Corner House E J H Corner House Botanic Gardens 1 Clunny Road Tel: +65 6469 1000 cornerhouse.com.sg Enoteca L’Operetta 78 Boat Qua Singapore 049866 Tel: +65 6438 2482 operetta.sg

Esquina 16 Jiak Chuan Road Singapore 089267 Tel: +65 6222 1616 E: info@esquina.com.sg esquina.com.sg Fordham & Grand 43 Craig Rd Tel: +65 6221 3088 fng.com.sg FORTNIGHT 78 Horne Road Tel: +65 9004 7827 facebook.com/onefortnightonly Gordon Grill 22 Scotts Road Singapore 228221 Tel: +65 6737 7411 goodwoodparkhotel.com GRUB 510 Ang Mo Kio Ave 1 Tel: +65 6459 5743 grub.com Lawry’s The Prime Rib #04-01/31 Mandarin Gallery, 333A Orchard Road Tel: +65 6836 3333 lawrys.com.sg LeVel 33 8 Marina Blvd, #33-01, MBFC Tower 1 Singapore 018981 Tel: +65 6834 3133 www.level33.com.sg Open Door Policy 19 Yong Siak Street Tel: +65 6221 9307 odpsingapore.com Pollen Flower Dome, Gardens By The Bay 18 Marina Garden Drive #01-09 Singapore 018953 Tel: +65 6604 9988 E: info@pollen.com.sg pollen.com.sg Restaurant Ember G/F Hotel 1929 50 Keong Saik Road Tel: +65 6347 1928 hotel1929.com Shoebox Canteen 36 North Canal Road Tel: +65 9296 4836 facebook.com/ShoeboxCanteen Skirt W Singapore Sentosa Cove 21 Ocean Way (Sentosa Cove) Tel: +65 6808 7278 wsingaporesentosacove.com Stellar at 1-Altitude 62/F One Raffles Place 1 Raffles Place Tel: +65 6438 0410 1-altitude.com

Symmetry #01-01 9 Jalan Kubor Tel: +65 6291 9901 symmetry.com The Black Swan 19 Cecil St Singapore 049704 Tel: +65 8181 3305 theblackswan.com.sg The Cliff 2 Bukit Mnais Road Sentosa Singapore 099891 Tel: +65 6371 1425 thecliff.sg

Cocotte 1/F Wanderlust 2 Dickson Road Tel: +65 6298 1188 restaurantcocotte.com DB Bistro Moderne 2 Bayfront Avenue, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Singapore 018972 Tel: +65 6688 8525 dbbistro.com/singapore

The Disgruntled Chef 26B Dempsey Road Tel: +65 6476 5305 disgruntledchef.com

Fleur De Sel #01-1 64 Tras Street Tel: +65 6222 6861 fleurdesel.com.sg

The White Rabbit 39C Harding Road Tel: +65 6473 9965 thewhiterabbit.com FRENCH Balzac Bar & Brasserie 9 Brass Besah Road #01-01 Rendezvous Gallery Singapore 189559 Tel: +65 6336 0797 balzacbrasserie.com

Gunther’s Modern French Cuisine 36 Purvis Street #01-03 Singapore 188613 Tel: +65 9010 3075 gunthers.com.sg

Entre - Nous Creperie #01-01 27 Seat Street Tel: +65 6333 4671 entrenous.sg

JAAN Level 70, Equinox Complex Swissôtel The Stamford 2 Stamford Road Singapore 178882 Tel: +65 6837 3322 E: reservations@equinoxcomplex.com jaan.com.sg

Joël Robuchon Restaurant Bar-RoQue Grill 8 Sentosa Gateway #01-00 Amara Hotel Resorts world Sentosa 165 Tanjong Pagar Road L1 Hotel Michael Tel: +65 6444 9672 Singapore bar-roque.com.sg Tel: +65 6577 6688; 6577 7888 E: dining@rwsentosa.com; Bistro Du Vin Robuchon@RWSentosa.com 1 Scotts Road, Shaw Centre rwsentosa.com #02-12 Singapore 228208 L’Angelus Tel: +65 6733 7763 85 Club Street facebook.com/bistroduvin Singapore 069453 Tel: +65 6225 6897 Bistro Petit Salut www.langelus.sg #01-54, 44 Jalan Merah Saga Singapore 278116 L’Atelier De Joel Robuchon Tel: +65 6474 9788 Resort World Sentosa aupetitsalut.com Hotel Michael 8 Sentosa Gateway Brasserie Gavroche T: +65 6577 6688 66 Tras St. joel-robuchon.com Singapore 079005 Tel: +65 6225 8266 L’entrecote brasseriegavroche.com 36 Duxton Hill Singapore Brasserie Les Saveurs Tel: +65 6690 7561 29 Tanglin Road lEntrecote.sg Singapore 247911 Tel: +65 6506 6860 Le Bistrot du Sommelier brasserielessaveurs.com 53 Armenian Street Tel: +65 6333 1982 Clifford www.bistrotdusommelier.com 80 Collyer Quay The Fullerton Bay Hotel Le Comptoir Singapore 049326 79 Circular Road Tel: +65 6597 5288 Singapore 049433 fullertonbayhotel.com/dining/theTel: +65 6534 7645 clifford-pier

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Les Bouchons 7 Anne Siang Road Tel: +65 6423 0737 www.lesbouchons.sg Lewin Terrace Fort Canning Park 21 Lewin Terrace Tel: +65 6333 9905 lewinterrace.com.sg Nicolas Le Restaurant 10 Teck Lim Road Tel: +65 6224 2404 restaurantnicolas.com O Batignolles 2 Gemmill Lane Tel: +65 6438 3913 obatignolles.com OCF #02-02 The Arts House 1 Old Parliament Lane Tel: +65 6333 9312 ocf-singapore.com Saveur #01-04 5 Purvis St Tel: +65 6333 3121 saveur.sg Scotts 27 – The Heritage Dining 27 Scotts Road, Singapore 228222 Tel: +65 6737 0895 scottts27.com Toots Brasserie The Sultan Hotel, 101 Jalan Sultan #01-01 Singapore 199002 Tel: +65 6723 7117 tootsbrasserie.com Vineyard 33 Hyderabad Road #02-02 Hort Park, Singapore 119578 Tel: +65 6479 7977 vineyardhortpark.com.sg GERMAN Magma German Wine Bistro + Shop Chinatown, 2-4 Bukit Pasoh Road Singapore 089816 Tel: +65 6221 0634; 9222 1899 E: reservations@magmatc.com.sg magmatc.com GREEK BLU KOUZINA 893 Bukit Timah Road Tel: +65 6875 0872 blukouzina.com INDIAN Banana Leaf Apolo 54 Race Course Road Tel: +65 6293 8682 www.thebananaleafapolo.com Gayatri Restaurant 122 Race Course Road Tel: +65 6291 1011 gayatrirestaurant.com

Muthu’s Curry 138 Race Course Road Singapore 218591 Tel: +65 6392 1722 54-58 Race Course Rd muthuscurry.com Mustard 32 Race Course Road, Singapore- 218552 Tel: +65 62978422 E: mustardrestaurant@yahoo.com mustardsingapore.com PIND Balluchi Bar & Grill #01-15 3B River Valley Road Tel: +65 6337 7350 pindballuchi.com.sg Rang Mahal 7 Raffles BLVD Level3 Pan Pacific Singapore 039594 Tel: +65 6333 1788 rangmahal.com.sg SAHA Signature Indian Restaurant 9A Duxton Hill Tel: +65 6223 7321 saha.sg Samy’s Curry 25 Dempsey Road Tel: +65 6472 2080 www.samycurry.com Shahi Maharani 252 North Bridge RD #03-21B Raffles City SC Singapore Tel: +65 6235 8840 shahimaharani.com Tandoor #B1/F Holiday Inn Singapore Orchard City Centre 11 Cavenagh Road Tel: +65 6733 8333 tandoor.com.sg Yantra 163 Tanglin Road, #01-28/33 Tanglin Mall Singapore Tel: +65 6836 3088 yantra.com.sg INDONESIAN Ayam Penyet Ria Restaurant Lucky Plaza #01-45 #04-25, 304 Orchard Road Singapore 238863 Tel:+65 6235 6390; 6235 7385 Far East Plaza #05-22, 14 Scotts Road Singapore 228213 Tel:+65 6733 4336 #B1-06 1 Jurong West Central 2 Singapore 648886 Tel:+65 6794 3015 Bedok Mall 311 New Upper Changi Road #01-71/72 Singapore 467360 Tel:+65 6441 0025 ayampenyetria.com

Cumi Bali Indonesian Restaurant 66 Tanjong Pagar Road Singapore 088487 Tel:+65 6220 6619; 9385 2116 cumibali.com Djanoer Koening 191 Joo Chiat Road Singapore 427462 Tel:+65 6440 0774 facebook.com/DjanoerKoening. TrueJavaneseCuisine Garuda Padang Cuisine VivoCity #B2-28 1 Harbourfront Walk Tel:+65 6376 9595 Indo Chili 54 Zion Road Singapore Tel: +65 6445 1766 E: info@indochili.com indochili.com Indo Padang 2 Handy Road, #B1-19 Singapore 229233 Tel: +65 6732 1679 Kartika Jaya Indonesian Food 31 E Coast Road Singapore 428752 Tel:+65 6344 0211 Kintamani Indonesian Restaurant Furama Riverfront Singapore 405 Havelock Road Singapore 169633 Tel:+65 6739 6463 Pagi Sore Far East Square Outlet 405 Havelock Road 88 / 90 Telok Ayer Street Singapore 048470 Tel: +65 6225 6002 pagi-sore.com Rumah Makan Minang 18 & 18A Kandahar St Singapore 198884 Tel:+65 6294 4805 minang.sg Tambuah Mas Tanglin Shopping Centre 19 Tanglin Road #04-10/13 Singapore 247909 Tel:+65 6733 3333 Paragon, 290 Orchard Road #B1-44 Singapore 238859 Tel:+65 6733 2220 tambuahmas.com.sg The Rice Table 360 Orchard Road, #02-09/10 International Building Singapore 238869 Tel: +65 6835 3782; 6835 3783 ricetable.com.sg Warung Lele 8 Shenton Way #01-16/19 AXA Tower Singapore 068811 Tel: +65 6423 1553 E: warunglele@yahoo.com.sg warunglele.com

INTERNATIONAL 10 at Claymore 10 C Claymore Road Singapore 229540 Tel: +65 6831 6686 www.panpacific.com/en/hotelsresorts/singapore/orchard/stay/ dining/10-at-claymore A For Arbite #01-01 28 Aliwal Street Tel: +65 8321 2252 arbite.com Aquamarine Level 4 Marina Mandarin Singapore 6 Raffles Boulevard, Singapore 039594 Tel: +65 6845 1111/2 aquamarine.sg Bacchanalia Singapore 23A Coleman Street Singapore 179806 Tel: +65 6509 1453 E: reservations@bacchanalia.asia bacchanalia.asia BARstop 56 Tanglin Road, Tanglin Post Office #81-02 Tel: +65 6834 1128 Bartini Kitchen 29 Boon Tat Street Singapore 069624 Tel: +65 6220 0629 E: info@bartini.com.sg bartini.com.sg Bartini Keong Saik 21 Keong Saik Road, Singapore 089128 Tel: +65 6223 1334 E: info@bartini.com.sg Bed Rock 96 Somerset Road #01-05 Pan Pacific Serviced suites Orchard Singapore 238163 Tel: +65 6238 0054 bedrock.com.sg Bistecca Tuscan Steakhouse 25 Mohd Sultan Road Singapore 238969 Tel: +65 6735 6739 bistecca.com.sg Burnt Ends 20 Teck Lim Road Tel: +65 6224 3933 burntends.com.sg Café Mosaic 76 Bras Basah Road Carlton Hotel Singapore 189558 Tel: +65 6311 8195 carltonhotel.sg/cafemosaic.htm Carlton Hotel Singapore 76 Bras Basah Road Singapore 189558 Tel: +65 6311 8195 carltonhotel.sg/dining.html

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Carousel 25 Scotts Road, Royal Plaza on Scotts Singapore 228220 Tel: +65 6589 7799 carouselbuffet.com.sg Charlie’s Tapas. Grill & Bar 32 Boat Quay Singapore 049812 Tel: +65 6533 5880 E: info@charlies.com.sg charlies.com.sg CM - PB (Contemporary Melting-Pot & Bar) Block 7, Unit 01-05, Dempsey Road Singapore 249671 Tel: +65 6475 0105 cm-pb.net Cook & Brew 12 Marina View Asia Square Tower 2, Level 33 Singapore 018961 Tel: +65 6922 6948 E: cookandbrew.singapore@westin.com thewestinsingapore.com/en/ cookandbrew Cure 21 Keong Saik Road Singapore 089128 Tel: +65 6221 2189 curesingapore.com Cut 2 Bayfront Ave, #B1-71 The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands Singapore 018792 Tel: +65 6688 8517 marinabaysands.com/Dining DIBS 51 Duxton Road Tel: +65 6223 3784 dibs.sg Disgruntled Chef 26B Dempsey Road Singapore 247693 Tel: +65 6476 5305 E: bookings@disgruntledledchef.com disgruntledchef.com East 8 10 Coleman Street #01-21/22 Grand Park Hotel City Hall Singapore 179809 Tel: +65 6338 8289 E: Eat@East-8.Com east-8.com EDGE 3/F Pan Pacific Singapore, 7 Raffles Blvd Tel: +65 6826 8240 panpacific.com Equinox Restaurant 2 Stamford Road Singapore 178882 Tel: +65 6338 8585 E: singapore-stamford@swissotel.com swissotel.com Fat Cow 1 Orchard Boulevard #01-01 Camden Medical Centre Singapore 248649 Tel: +65 6735 0308 fat-cow.com.sg

Fern & Kiwi 3C River Valley Road #01-02/03 The Cannery Clarke Quay Singapore 179024 Tel: +65 6336 2271; 6336 1213 E: info@fernandkiwi.com esquina.com.sg Flutes The National Museum of Singapore 93 Stamford Road Singapore 178897 Tel: +65 6338 8770 E: flutes@flutes.com.sg flutes.com.sg House 8D Dempsey Rd Tel: +65 6475 7787 dempseyhouse.com Iggy’s The Hilton Hotel 581 Orchard Road Level 3 Singapore 238883 Tel: +65 6732 2234 E: marcom@iggys.com.sg iggys.com.sg Indocafe The White House 35 Scotts Road, Singapore 228227 Tel: +65 6733 2656 E: enquiry@thehouseofindocafe.com thehouseofindocafe.com Jones The Grocer 2 Orchard Turn, #04-14 Singapore 238801 Tel: +65 6884 5597 E: ion@jonesthegrocer.com jonesthegrocer.com Jones The Grocer 333a Orchard Road Level 4 #21-23 Mandarin Gallery Singapore, 238897 Tel: +65 6836 6372 E: mandaringallery@jonesthegrocer.com jonesthegrocer.com Kilo #02-01, 66 Kampong Bugis Singapore 338987 Tel: +65 6467 3987 kilokitchen.com Kuriya Dining #01-28 Great World City 1 Kim Seng Promenade Singapore 237994 Tel: +65 6736 0888 E: dining@kuriya.com.sg kuriyadining.com.sg La Nonna 26 Lorong Mambong Tel: +65 6468 1982 lanonna.sg La Nonna 76 Namly Place Tel: +65 6762 1587 lanonna.sg La Strada Ristorante 1 Scotts Road, #02-10 Shaw Centre Singapore 228208 Tel: +65 6737 2622 lastrada.com.sg

Open Door Policy 19 Yong Siak Street Singapore 168650 Tel: +65 6221 9307 E: enquiries@odpsingapore.com odpsingapore.com

Les Amis 1 Scotts Road #02-16 Shaw Centre Singapore 228208 Tel: +65 6733 2225 E: lesamis@lesamis.com.sg lesamis.com.sg

Original Sin Blk 43 #01-62 Jalan Merah Saga Holland Village Chip Bee Gardens Singapore 278115 Tel: +65 6475 5605 E: info@originalsin.com.sg originalsin.com.sg

Lime House 2 Jiak Chuan Road Tel: +65 6222 3130 limehouse.asia Lolla 22 Ann Siang Road Tel: +65 6423 1228 lolla.com.sg Long Bar Steakhouse 1 Beach Road Singapore 189673 Tel: +65 6337 1886 raffles.com The Macallan 8 Marina View Asia Square Tower 1 Level 41-01 Singapore 018960 Tel: +65 6653 2000 Marmalade at the Stables 55 Fairways Drive Tel: +65 6467 7748 themarmaladepantry.com.sg ME@OUE 19/F OUE Bayfront 50 Collyer Quay Tel: +65 6634 4555 me-oue.com Mezza 9 10 Scotts Road Grand Hyatt Singapore Hotel Singapore 228211 Tel: +65 6732 1234 singapore.grand.hyattrestaurants.com MOOSEHEAD 110 Telok Ayer Street Tel: +65 6636 8055 facebook.com/ mooseheadKitchenBar Morton’s Of Chicago Mandarin Oriental Singapore Fourth Storey 5 Raffles Avenue Marina Square Singapore Tel: +65 6339 3740 mortons.com Nassim Hill 56 Tanglin Road Tanglin Post Office #01-03 Tel: +65 6835 1128 nassimhill.com.sg

Osteria Mozza #B1-42/46 10 Bayfront Ave Tel: +65 6688 8522 osteriamozza.com The Pelican 1 Fullerton Road #01-01 one Fullerton Tel: +65 6438 0400 thepelican.com.sg Pluck 90 Club Street Singapore 069548 Tel: +65 6225 8286 E: hello@ohpluck.com facebook.com/plucksg Potato Head Folk 36 Keong Saik Road Singapore 089143 Tel: +65 6327 1939 E: wordup@pttheadfolk.com pttheadfolk.com Praelum Wine Bistro 4 Duxton Hill Singapore 089590 Tel: +65 6238 5287 praelum.wix.com Privé Marina at Keppel Bay No. 2 Keppel Bay Vista Singapore 098382 Tel: +65 6776 0777 E: info@prive.com.sg theprivegroup.com.sg/prive.html PS.Cafe 28B Harding Rd Tel: +65 9070 8782 pscafe.com Punjab Grill By Jiggs Kalra 2 Bayfront Ave B1-01a The Shoppes At Marina Bay Sandds Singapore Tel: +65 6688 7395 punjabgrill.com.sg Restaurant Andre 41 Bukit Pasoh Road Singapore 089855 Tel: +65 6534 8880 restaurantandre.com

Nox - Dine in the dark 269 Beach Road T: +65 6287 0708 noxinthedark.com Ocean Restaurant By Cat Cora 8 Sentosa Gateway Sea Aquarium Resorts World Sentosa Singapore Tel: +65 6577 6688 rwsentosa.com

Restaurant Labyrinth 5 Neil Road Tel: +65 6223 4098 labyrinth.com.sg

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Saint Pierre 31 Ocean Way #01-15 Singapore Tel: +65 6438 0887 saintpierre.com.sg SALT Grill & Sky Bar 2 Orchard Turn, ION Orchard #55-01 & #56-01 Singapore 238801 Tel: +65 6592 5118 saltgrill.com Senso Restaurant & Bar 21 Club Street Tel: +65 6224 3534 senso.sg Social Haus 11 Yong Siak Street Singapore 168646 Tel: +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 Tel: +65 6688 8857 marinabaysands.com The Dining Room 39 Scotts Road Sheraton Towers Singapore 228230 Tel: +65 6839 5621 sheratonsingapore.com/the-diningroom The Knolls 1 The Knolls Sentosa Island Singapore Tel: +65 6591 5046 capellasingapore.com The Line 22 Orange Grove Road Singapore Tel: +65 6213 4275 shangri-la.com The Royal Mall Restaurant 2 Finlayson Green Ascott Raffles Place Singapore 049247 Tel: +65 6509 3589 theroyalmall.sg The Wallich Grill Bar Lounge Anson House 72 Anson Road Tel: +65 6438 3151 thewallich.com.sg Tippling Club 38 Tanjong Pagar Road Singapore 088461 Tel: +65 6475 2217 tipplingclub.com Town Restaurant 1 Fullerton Square The Fullerton Hotel Singapore Singapore Tel: +65 6877 8128 fullertonhotel.com

Triple Three 333 Orchard Road Singapore 238867 Tel: +65 6831 6271 meritushotels.com Waku Ghin L2-02, Atrium 2 The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands Same level as Imperial Treasure restaurant Tel: +65 6688 8507 marinabaysands.com Wild Rocket 10a Upper Wilkie Rd Tel: +65 6339 9448 wildrocket.com.sg Wooloomooloo Steak House 2 Stamford ROad Level 3 Swissotel Stamford Singapore Tel: +65 6338 0261 wooloo-mooloo.com ITALIAN Basilico 1 Cuscaden Road Level 2 Regent Singapore Singapore 249715 Tel: +65 6725 3232/3 regenthotels.com/EN/Singapore/ Cuisine/Basilico Buona Terra 29 scotts Road Singapore 228224 Tel: +65 6733 0209 scotts29.com/buonaterra/contactus. html Burlamacco Ristorante 77 Amoy ST Singapore 069896 Tel: +65 6220 1763 burlamacco.com.sg Caffe B 2 Bayfront Ave #B1-15 & #101-83 Marina Bay Sands Singapore 018792 Tel: +65 6887 3311 marinabaysands.com/Dining Da Laura 47 Neil Road Singapore 0888272 Tel: +65 6224 8251 da-laura.com Domvs, The Italian Restaurant 39 Scotts Road Singapore 228230 Tel: +65 6737 6888 sheratonsingapore.com Extra Virgin Pizza Asia Square, Tower 1 8 Marina View #01-04 Singapore 018960 Tel: +65 6247 5757 E: contact@extravirginpizza.com extravirginpizza.com

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

Otto Ristorante 28 Maxwell RD #01-02 Red Dot Traffic BLDG Singapore Tel: +65 6227 6819 ottoristorante.com.sg

Fratini La Trattoria 10 Greenwood Avenue Hillcrest Park Singapore 289201 Tel: +65 64682868 E: info@fratinilatrattoria.com fratinilatrattoria.com

Pepenero 14 Stanley Street Tel: +65 6222 5808 pepenero.sg

Forlino 1 Fullerton Rd #02-06 One Fullerton Singapore 049213 Tel: +65 +65 6690 7564 forlino.com Garibaldi Italian Restaurant & Bar 36 Purvis Street #01-02 Singapore 188613 Tel: +65 6837 1468 E: garibaldi@garibaldisingapore.com garibaldi.com.sg Gattopardo 34/36 Tras Street Singapore 079026 Tel: +65 6338 5498; 9325 8843 E: reservations@gattopardo.com.sg gattopardo.com.sg il Cielo 581 Orchard Road Singapore 238883 Tel: +65 6730 3395 In Italy Bar Ristorante 38 Craig Road Singapore 089676 Tel: +65 6423 0918 E: reservations@initaly.asia initaly.asia

Pontini Restaurant 392 Havelock Road Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore Tel: +65 6733 0880 milleniumhotels.com.sg Prego 80 Bras Basah Road LVL 1 Fairmonth Sâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;pore Singapore 189560 Tel: +65 6431 6156 www.fairmont.com/singapore/ dining/prego Senso Ristorante & Bar 21 Club Street Singapore 069410 Tel: +65 6224 3534 E: reservations@senso.com.sg senso.sg Sopra Cucina & Bar #01-02 Pan Pacific Orchard 10 Claymore Road Tel: +65 6737 3253 sopracucina.com Trattoria Nonna Lina 61 Cantonment Road Tel: +65 6222 0930 nonnalina.sg

Zafferano Ocean Financial Centre Level 43, 10 Collyer Quay Jamieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Italian Singapore 049315 #01-165-167 VivoCity Tel: +65 6509 1488 1 Harbourfront Walk E: info@zafferano.sg Tel: +65 6733 5500 jamieoliver.com zafferano.sg JAPANESE La Brezza The St. Regis Singapore Level Two BINCHO 29 Tanglin Road #01-19 78 Moh Guan Terrace Singapore Tel: +65 6438 4567 Tel: +65 6506.6884 bincho.com.sg E: labrezza@stregis.com labrezzarestaurant.com Choubei Japanese Restaurant 1 Netheravon Road The Light House Restaurant & #01-03 Changi Village Hotel Rooftop Bar Singapore 508502 1 Fullerton Square Tel: +65 6542 6881 Singapore 049178 Tel: +65 6733 8388 IKYU fullertonhotel.com 5 Yong Siak Street Tel: +65 9663 2003 Noti Restaurant & Bar ikyu.com.sg 54 Club St Singapore 069431 Ippudo SG @ Mandarin Gallery Tel: +65 6222 0089 333A Orchard Road facebook.com/notiasia #04-02/03/04 Mandarin Gallery Otto Locanda Singapore 238897 32 Maxwell Road #01-03 Tel: +65 6235 2797 Singapore 069115 www.ippudo.com.sg Tel: +65 6224 0978 ottolocanda.com.sg

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Ippudo SG @ Mohamed Sultan 207 River Valley Road #01-55/56 UE Square Singapore 238275 Tel: +65 6887 5315 www.ippudo.com.sg

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

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

Ki-Sho 29 Scotts Road Singapore 228224 Tel: +65 6733 5251 scotts29.com/ki-sho

Ippudo SG @ Westgate 3 Gateway Drive #03-03 Westgate Singapore 608532 Tel: +65 6465 9308 www.ippudo.com.sg Japanese BBQ Yakiniku Yazawa #01-01 Robertson Walk 1 Unity Street Tel: +65 6235 2941 yazawameat.com Han 331 North Bridge Road #01-04, Odeon Towers Singapore 188720 Tel: +65 6336 2466 E: contact@han.com.sg han.com.sg Hanayoshi 21 Duxton Road Singapore 089487 Tel: +65 6225 5567 facebook.com/hanayoshi.sg Hashida Sushi #02-37 Mandarin Gallery 333A Orchard Road Singapore Tel: +65 6733 2114 hashida.com.sg Hide Yamamoto 10 Bayfront Avenue Marina Bay Sands Casino #02-25 Singapore 018956 Tel: +65 6688 7098 www.hideyamamotosg.com Ito-Kacho #04-08 333A Orchard Road Tel: +65 6836 0111 itokacho.com.sg Izy 27 Club Street Tel: +65 6220 3327 izy.com.sg Keyaki 7 Raffles Boulevard, Pan Pacific Hotel Singapore #04-00 Singapore 039595 Tel: +65 6826 8240 www.panpacific.com/en/hotelsresorts/singapore/marina/stay/ dining/keyaki.html

Mariko’s 4 Jiak Chuan Road Singapore 089261 Tel: +65 6221 8262 marikos.com.sg Mikuni 3/F Fairmont Singapore 80 Bras Basah Road Tel: +65 6431 6156 fairmont.com Satsuma Shochu Dining Bar 1 Nanson RD #01-10/#02-10 Gallery Hotel Singapore 238909 Tel: +65 6235 3565 satsuma.com.sg Shinji By Kanesaka 1 Beach Road Raffles Hotel #02-20 Singapore 188719 Tel: +65 6338 6131 shinjibykanesaka.com Shinji By Kanesaka 29 Tanglin Road Lobby Floor The St. Regis Singapore Singapore 247911 Tel: +65 6884 8239 shinjibykanesaka.com Shunjuu Izakaya 30 Robertson Quay #01-15 Riverside View Singapore 238251 Tel: +65 6887 3577 shunjuu.com Sushi Ichi 6 Scotts Road #02-02 Scotts Square Singapore 228238 Tel: +65 6299 0014 sushichi.com Sushi Kuu 390 Orchard RD #01-07 Palais Renaissance Singapore 238871 Tel: +65 6736 0100 facebook.com/sushikuusg Takumen 66 Circular Road #01-01 Singapore 049420 T: +65 6536 4875 sg.takumen.com

Tamashi Robataya #02-01 12 North Canal Road Tel: +65 6222 0316 tamashii.com.sg Teppei Japanese Restaurant #01-18 Orchid Hotel 1 Tras Link T: +65 9229 4941 Tonkotsu King #01-19 Orchid Hotel 1 Tras Link Tel: +65 6636 0855 keisuke.sg

No Signboard Seafood Vivo City 1 Harbourfront Walk #03-02 Singapore 098585 Tel: +65 6376 9959 East Coast Seafood Centre, Blk 1202 East Coast Parkway #01-02 Singapore 449881 Tel: +65 6448 9959 nosignboardseafood.com No Signboard Seafood Esplanade 8 Raffles Avenue #01-14/16 Singapore 039802 Tel: +65 6336 9959 Geylang, No. 414 Geylang Singapore 389392 Tel: +65 6842 3415 nosignboardseafood.com

Tsukiji Sushi Dai #04-600 Marina Mandarin Singapore 6 Raffles Blvd Tel: +65 6820 0637 meritushotel.com MEXICAN El Rocho’s 36 Circular Road Tel: +65 6438 7879 facebook.com/elrochosmexican Lucha Loco 15 Duxton Hill Tel: +65 6226 3938 luchaloco.com Piedra Negra 241 Beach Roa cor 3 Haji Lane Tel: +65 6291 1297 piedra-negra.com SEAFOOD Long Beach 1018 East Coast Parkway Tel: +65 6445 8833 longbeachseafood.com.sg

Greenwood Fish Market & Bistro No. 34 & 38 Greenwood Ave Singapore 289236 Tel: +65 6467 4950 E: greenwoodbistro@yahoo.com.sg fishshop.com.sg Jing One Fullerton #01-02/03 1 Fullerton Road Singapore 049213 Tel: +65 6224 0088 ; 6224 0033 E: reservation@jing.sg jing.sg Majestic Bay Seafood Restaurant 18 Marina Gardens DR #01-10 Gardens By The Bay Singapore 018953 Tel: +65 6604 6604 E: reservations@majesticbay.sg majesticbay.sg Paradise Dynasty at ION Orchard 2 Orchard Turn #04-12A ION Orchard Singapore 238801 Tel: +65 6509 9117 paradisegroup.com.sg

Long Beach Dempsey 25 Dempsey road Singapore 249670 Tel: +65 6323 2222 longbeachseafood.com.sg Long Beach KING Next to Kallang Park KFC/ McDonald’s (along Mountbatten Road/ Old Airport Junction) Opposite Mountbatten MRT Tel: +65 6344 7722 longbeachseafood.com.sg Long Beach IMM Level 3, Next to Rooftop Garden IMM Building Jurong East St 21 Singapore 609601 Tel: +65 6566 9933 longbeachseafood.com.sg Long Beach UDMC #01-04 East Coast Seafood Centre Singapore 449811 Tel: +65 6448 3636 longbeachseafood.com.sg

Paradise Dynasty at Lot One 21 Choa Chu Kang Avenue 4 Lot One Shoppers’ Mall #03-02B Singapore 689812 Tel: +65 6766 2380 paradisegroup.com.sg Paradise Dynasty at Causeway Point 1 Woodlands Square Causeway Point, #05-16/17/18 Singapore 738099 Tel: +65 6894 6322 paradisegroup.com.sg Paradise Dynasty at Westgate 3 Gateway Drive #02-13/14 Westgate Singapore 608532 Tel: +65 6465 9271 paradisegroup.com.sg

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Paradise Dynasty at VivoCity 1 Harbourfront Walk #03-08A Singapore 098585 Tel: +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 Tel: +65 6242 4372 paradisegroup.com.sg

Mai Thai Blk 44 Jalan Merah Saga #01-58 Chip Bee Gardens Singapore 278116 Tel: +65 6474 3108 E: info@maithai.com.sg maithai.com.sg

The Seafood International Market & Restaurant 902 East Coast Parkway Block A #01-01 Big Splash Singapore Tel: +65 6345 1211/2 lobster.com.sg Seafood Paradise, Singapore Flyer 30 Raffles Avenue #01-01 Singapore Flyer Singapore Tel: +65 6336 5101 paradisegroup.com.sg SPANISH Binomio 20 Craig Road, Craig Place #01-02 Singapore 089692 Tel: 6557 0547 www.binomio.sg Catalunya 82 Collyer Quay The Fullerton Pavilion Singapore 049327 Tel: +65 6534 0886 catalunya.sg/explore MY Little Spanish Place 619 Bukit Timah Road Tel: +65 6463 2810 mylittlespanishplace.com.sg Ola Cocina Del Mar #01-06 Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 3, 12 Marina Blvd Tel: +65 6604 7050 olarestaurant.sg Sabio 5 Duxton Hill Singapore 089591 Tel: +65 6690 7562 E: info@sabio.sg sabio.sg Sabio By The Sea 31 Ocean Way #01-02 Quayside isle Singapore 098375 Tel: +65 6690 7568 sabio.sg/bythesea Salt Tapas & Bar #01-22A Raffles City Shopping Centre, 252 North Bridge Road Tel: +65 6837 0995 salttapas.com UNA Tapas, 1 Rochester Park Tel: +65 6773 0070 una.sg

Folks Collective #01-25 China Square Central Tel: +65 6536 6739 folkscollective.com

Jim Thompson: A Thai Restaurant 45 Minden RD, Dempsey Hill Singapore Tel: +65 6475 6088 jimthompson.com Patara Fine Thai Cuisine 163 Tanglin RD #03-14 Tanglin Mall Singapore Tel: +65 6737 0818 patara.com.sg Sabai Fine Thai On The Bay 70 Collyer Quay #01-02 Customs House Singapore 049323 Tel: +65 6535 3718/9 sabaifinethai.com.sg Tamarind Hill 30 Labrador Villa Road Tel: +65 6278 6364 www.tamarindrestaurants.com Thanying Restaurant 165 Tanjong Pagar Road, Level 2 Amara Singapore Singapore Tel: +65 6222 4688 amarahotels.com TURKISH Alaturka International Turkish & Mediterranean Restaurant 16 Bussorah Street Singapore 199437 Tel: +65 6294 0304 alaturka.com.sg VEGETARIAN Lingzhi Vegetarian Liat Towers #05-01 541 Orchard Road Singapore 238881 Tel: +65 6734 3788 lingzhivegetarian.com Loving Hut 229 Joo Chiat Road #01-01 Singapore 427489 Tel: +65 6348 6318 www.lovinghut.com.sg SHOPS & BOUTIQUES Ana Boutique 86 Club Street, Singapore Singapore 069454 Tel: +65 6221 2897 anaboutiques.com

Antipodean 27A Lorong Mambong Tel: +65 6463 7336 E: enquiries@antipodeanshop.com antipodeanshop.com

Swagger 15 Ann Siang Road, #01-01 Singapore 069695 Tel: +65 6223 5880 swaggerstore.co

BooksActually 9 Yong Siak St Singapore 168645 Tel: +65 6222 9195 booksactually.com

The Little Dröm Store Sota (School Of The Arts) 1 Zubir Said Rd. Singapore 227968 Tel: +65 6884 4651, thelittledromstore.com

Cat Socrates 231 Bain St. #02-25 Bras Basah Complex Singapore 180231 Tel: +65 6333 0870 catsocrates.com

Threadbare & Squirrel 660 N Bridge Road Singapore 188797 Tel: +65 6396 6738 E: hello@threadbareandsquirrel.com threadbareandsquirrel.com

Doorstep Luxury Boutique (Main Store) Willow & Huxley 163 Telok Ayer Street, 20 Amoy Street Singapore 068616 Singapore 069855 Tel: +65 6238 5582 Tel: +65 6220 1745 @ Tangs Vivo City willowandhuxley.com 1 Harbourfront Walk Singapore 098585 Tel: +65 6238 5582 TECHNOLOGY @ Robinsons Orchard 260 Orchard Road Star Hub Singapore 238855 67 Ubi Avenue 1 Tel: +65 6238 5582 #05-01 StarHub Green E: info@doorstepluxury.com Singapore 408942 doorstepluxury.com Tel: +65 6873 2828 starhub.com Granny’s Day Out 3 Coleman St., #03-25 Peninsula Sim Lim Square Shopping Centre 1 Rochor Canal Road Singapore 179804 Singapore 188504 Tel: +65 6336 9774 Tel: +65 6338 3859 grannysdayout.com simlimsquare.com.sg The Hour Glass Limited 302 Orchard Road Online and e-news #11-01 Tong Building Singapore 238862 You can find all these online at Tel: +65 6787 2288 www.nowsingapore.co.id with E: enquiry@thehourglass.com clickable links to all the website and thehourglass.com emails. If you wish to subscribe to our monthly newsletter simply go Manicur.ious online and click ‘newsletter’ and you 41 Beach Road will be subscribed. Singapore 189 680 Tel: +65 6333 9096 E: info@manicurious.sg manicurious.sg IN our next issue: Mythology jun 2016/jul 2016 88 Club Street Singapore 069456 We prepare for the Tel: +65 6223 5570 summer holidays my-thology.com Spa Esprit Downtown 290 Orchard Road, #05-10 Paragon Singapore 238859 Tel: +65 6836 0500 spa-esprit.com Spa Esprit at Beauty Emporium House 8d Dempsey Road, Level 2 Singapore 249672 Tel: +65 6479 0070 spa-esprit.com Strangelets 7 Yong Siak St. Singapore 168644 Tel: +65 6222 1456 strangelets.sg

with some fun in the sun, we check out Kidzania, the latest family attraction in Sentosa and we focus on the Singapore Food Festival. As always we’ll be reviewing all the latest restaurant openings and keeping you up to date on all that’s hot in the city.

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