eat • enjoy • explore
A Peaceful & Loving Festive Season!
DEC - JAN Vol.14
Vol.14 Cover.indd 1
11/29/11 8:59:54 AM
The Best DriedAbalone &Teochew Sharkfin You Can Find in Singapore!
TEOCHEW
RESTAURANT
HUAT KEE
AUTHENTIC CUISINE REMARKABLE DISHES Teochew Restaurant Huat Kee has long been a firm favourite amongst local Teochews for its huge array of authentic and delectable Teochew dishes. Teochew cuisine, renowned for its seafood and vegetarian selections, has a huge following largely due to its emphasis on freshness of ingredients. Now at Amoy Street, Huat Kee’s menu of the enticing Teochew dishes promises to offer its customers a most rewarding dining experience.
74 AMOY STREET, SINGAPORE 069893 TEL: 6423 4747 FAX: 6423 0774 Valet Parking available after 6pm Website: www.teochewrestaurant.com Email: huatkee@teochewrestaurant.com
Huat Kee.indd 1
11/25/11 9:08:14 AM
Taste
Difference
the
Peppery Western Cuisine
Sports Lifestyle Centre, 3500 Bukit Merah Central, Singapore 159837. (Former Bukit Merah Swimming Complex)
Opening Hours:
Monday to Saturday, 12pm - 11.30pm (Last order 10.30pm) Tel: 6737 7379/ 6PEPPERY Email: pepperywestern@gmail.com Website: www.peppery.com.sg
Sponsored by JC Wine & Spirits Pte Ltd
JC Wine.indd 1
10/18/11 11:55:40 AM
MAG Team! MANAGING DIRECTOR
Dennis Lim Email: dennislim@pcl-pub.com
EDITORIAL
Editor-in-Chief: Collin Chee Email: cchee@pcl-pub.com Associate Editor: Catherine Tan Email: cat.tan@pcl-pub.com Contributors: Cheryl Leong & Christopher Leong
ART DIRECTION Angeline Leow
PRINTER PCL Printers (Pte) Ltd Tel: +65 6745 8733
PHOTO Paul Yap, Sze Kiat, JK Ho
ADVERTISING & MARKETING Daniel Heng, Media Consultant Mobile: +65 9620 1350 Victor Lim, Account Manager Mobile: +65 9857 1862 Email: vic.lim@pcl-pub.com Jeri Yip, Senior Sales Executive Mobile: +65 9002 8862 Email: jeriyip@pcl-pub.com
DISTRIBUTOR Huang Sin Trading Company Tel: +65 6841 1367
DISTRIBUTION - 80,000 COPIES MAG is distributed at all 7-ELEVEN stores
Every man should be born again on the first day of January. Start with a fresh page. Take up one hole more in the buckle if necessary, or let down one, according to circumstances; but on the first of January let every man gird himself once more, with his face to the front, and take no interest in the things that were and are past.
4
E_Note.indd 4
eMAG Dec 2011 - Jan 2012
located in Shell Stations, selected prime landed estates and MRT stations. Medan - 3,000 COPIES to selected landed estates and restaurants.
OFFICE PCL Publishers Pte Ltd 4 Ubi View, Singapore 408557 Tel: +65 6741 5211 Fax: +65 6741 2321 enquiries@pcl-pub.com
MAG is a free bi-monthly publication, published by PCL Publishers Pte Ltd. Website: www.pnl-group.com/emag MICA (P) 023/11/2011 ISSN: 1793-8988 No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the written permission of the publisher.
eat s enjoy s explore
A Peaceful & Loving Festive Season!
DEC - JAN Vol.14
- Henry Ward Beecher
Cover Photo: Orchard Mandarin Hotel
12/1/11 9:14:39 AM
S2
80
5
Alain Delon writing instruments collection are exquisitely designed and superbly crafted. Contemporary elegance and fine styling for a distinctive vibrant personal style. Inviting you to rediscover the satisfaction and pleasure of writing. Using the finest materials, the Alain Delon collections are truly elegant writing instruments of highest quality, one that will bring you lasting impression.
ALAIN DELON Sole Agent: Keong Hua Trading 25, Woodlands Industrial Park E1, #03-03 Admiralty Industrial Park, Singapore 757743 Tel Fax Email Website
: 65 6363 2016 : 65 6363 2061 : sandy8833@yahoo.com.sg : www.cstrade.com.my
Authorized Dealer (8 locations) S28 10 Keong Hua Trading.indd 1
•
Bee Kah Co #02-45/46, People’s Park Complex Tel: 6535 2027 / 6535 6534
• •
Creative Art Centre #03-27, Queensway Shopping Centre Tel: 6475 9390 / 6473 1406
•
Card n Such #03-24, Jurong Point Shopping Centre Tel: 6793 5311
•
Home n Office #B1-12, Jurong Point Shopping Centre 2 Tel: 6563 3966
•
Lin Kong Watch & Pen #03-53, Peninsula Plaza Tel: 6338 3626 / 6338 1473
•
Music Book Room #01-51/53, Bras Basah Complex Tel: 6338 7280
•
Mustafa Centre Level One, Mustafa Centre
Card n Such #04-06, West Mall (Bt Batok) Tel: 6793 5633
11/15/11 9:51:36 AM
o No
Turkey,
I 6
?
Christmas
f one were to chart the sales of turkey in a year, one would inadvertently notice a bump whenever Christmas comes around. In Singapore, the presence of a large turkey has almost become synonymous with the occasion. However, the practice of eating turkey at Christmas was actually predominantly an English tradition that became popular in other places. There are many cultures that do not and continue to celebrate Christmas with well-loved festive foods other than turkey. For example, Italians do not eat meat just before Christmas and celebrate with mainly fish, pasta and ham over the next two days instead. Here’s a look at some other beloved gastronomical stars that grace tables around the world during Christmas season.
eMAG Dec 2011 - Jan 2012
NoTurkeyNoX'MAS-3.indd 6
12/6/11 10:11:41 AM
Ensalada de Noche Buena
Also known the Christmas Eve Salad, Ensalada de Noche Buena is a colorful salad that is sometimes part of elaborate Christmas Eve dinners observed in some parts of Mexico. Typical ingredients may include lettuce, beets, oranges, bananas, pineapples, limes, jicamas, peanuts and pomegranate seeds which are usually artfully displayed together. The result is a brilliant splash of colorful healthy food among the array of richer Christmas dishes.
Pinnekjøtt
Pinnekjøtt, which literally translates to stick meat, is a lamb dish from Norway. Racks of lamb or mutton are cured in brine or sea salt and dried. Before cooking, they are rehydrated and steamed, traditionally over birch twigs, which is the reason behind its name. The dish is then served with puréed rutabaga, potatoes and beer or traditional alcohol.
Stracciatella
This Italian favorite is an egg-drop soup that is prepared by beating eggs, grated parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, nutmeg and semolina into a mixture which is then added into broth. The broth, which may contain meat, is swirled with a whisk after which the egg mixture is dropped in a slow stream to produce the small shreds of cooked egg, known as stracciatelle, in the broth.
Panettone
Panettone is a sweet fluffy bread loaf that originated from Italy and has a cupola shape which can go up to about 12 to 15 cm in height. It is made over a long process that can take up to a few and may contain fruits such as candied orange, raisins and lemon zest. It is typically enjoyed at the end of a fulfilling Christmas dinner and may sometimes be served with sweet beverages or wine.
Poppy Seed Roll
While poppy seeds haven’t always enjoyed the best of reputations, Poppy Seed Roll is a popular pastry in various parts of Europe, particularly as a festive bread. Known as Beigli in Hungary and Makowiec in Poland, it consists of sweet bread that resembles a cake roll with a rich bittersweet filling of poppy seed and sometimes raisins, nuts and rum and other flavorings such as vanilla and cinnamon.
How did turkey become associated with Christmas? There are several legends behind this. One of them involves a young trader named William Strickland who imported wild turkeys into England around 1526. Before that, other meats such as geese were consumed instead. The turkeys enjoyed great success, especially within the upper class society, and eventually became a widely accepted Christmas bird. There are some who believe the idea of turkey-eating presented in Charles Dickens’ famous “A Christmas Carol” was the reason why Christmas turkey sales really took off in the 20th century.
Dec 2011 - Jan 2012 eMAG
NoTurkeyNoX'MAS-3.indd 7
7
12/6/11 10:12:05 AM
Jumbo Seafood Branding Advertisement 23.7.11.psd
JUMBO.indd 1
10/17/11 2:56:47 PM
A to
GREAT PLACE
Chill! An escapade from the city
27 Cosford Road Singapore 499549 (opp. Selarang Camp)
Tel: 6466 9000 Fax: 6467 9000 BAR • BISTRO •RESTAURANT
Bunker.indd 1
www.thebunker.com.sg
Opening Hours: Sun-Thur: 11am-1am Fri- Sat: 11am-2am
12/6/11 9:48:28 AM
F&B directory
❆
MARINA MANDARIN
‘TIS THE JOLLY
GOOD SEASON
❆ ❄
Celebrate the season of love and joy at Marina Mandarin Singapore. Marina Mandarin presents you a gastronomic spread of luscious festive indulgence. Be enticed with the festive orient buffet spread at AquaMarine, have a merry Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve gala dinner or Christmas Day and New Year’s Day buffet lunch at Ristorante Bologna. Savour a delectable seven-course Cantonese feast specially created for this season at the newly renovated Peach Blossoms and feast on delicious Christmas goodies available at Level 1 of the hotel. Have a dazzling Christmas party of your own and enjoy the specially concocted Christmas cocktail. Mark the end of 2011 and welcome the New Year with plenty of fun and laughter all happening at the Atrium Lounge.
❄
FESTIVE FEAST OF THE ORIENT @ AQUAMARINE (LEVEL 4) Available from 1 December 2011 to 1 January 2012
WEEKEND BUFFET DINNER (Friday and Saturday) $78++ per adult $39++ per child
Dive into a sumptuous buffet spread at AquaMarine with an Asian twist this holiday! The experienced chefs have prepared exciting new dishes that the whole family will enjoy, including the unique Buah Keluak Turkey served with Chestnut and Mushroom Glutinous Rice, Nyonya Chap Chye and Buah Keluak Sauce, the tantalizing Thai Style Pumpkin Lasagna and the special Fuji Apple and Chestnut Pudding.
WEEKEND BUFFET HIGH TEA (Saturday, Sunday and Public Holiday) $48++ per adult $24++ per child
1 to 23 December and 26 to 30 December 2011 WEEKDAY BUFFET LUNCH (Monday to Friday) $58++ per adult $29++ per child WEEKDAY BUFFET DINNER (Sunday to Thursday) $68++ per adult $34++ per child
MERRY CHRISTMAS – BUON NATALE! @ RISTORANTE BOLOGNA (LEVEL 4) Available on 24 and 25 December 2011 Share a romantic moment with your loved ones this Christmas as chefs at Ristorante Bologna bring you authentic Italian cuisine to celebrate the occasion.
24 & 25 December and 31 December 2011 & 1 January 2012 BUFFET HIGH TEA (Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day) $58++ per adult $29++ per child
CHRISTMAS EVE GALA DINNER Enjoy the festive celebration with a six-course gala dinner comprising of favourites such as Spicy Eggplant Caponata with Fresh Steamed Lobster and Basil Oil as well as Roast Turkey with Mashed Chestnut and Poached Pear.
BUFFET DINNER (Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve) $98++ per adult $49++ per child
Priced at $108++ per person, with a complimentary glass of Prosecco
BUFFET DINNER (Christmas Day and New Year’s Day) $68++ per adult $34++ per child
CHRISTMAS DAY BUFFET LUNCH Have a merry Christmas lunch with a tasty festive spread on Christmas Day with delectable dishes like Grilled Marinated Leg of Lamb with Rosemary and Polenta, Pan-fried Cod Fillet with Capsicum and Sweet Ricotta Cheese with Dried Candied Fruits and more! Priced at $68++ per person
Atrium Lounge - Scrooge
10
eMAG Dec 2011 - Jan 2012
F&B_Marina Mandarin.indd 10
12/6/11 11:58:12 AM
❆
Christmas Goodies - Cheese Framboise and Jivara Yuzu Yule Log Cakes
CHRISTMAS WITH A CANTONESE TOUCH @ PEACH BLOSSOMS 鸿桃轩 (LEVEL 5) Available on 24 and 25 December 2011 This Christmas, opt for something different by indulging in a delectable seven-course Cantonese feast at the newly renovated Peach Blossoms (鸿桃轩), which has reopened with the debut of Executive Chef Chan Shun Wong (陈顺煌). Savour Chef Chan’s favourites, which includes Shark’s Fin Soup in Pumpkin, Stir-fried Pasta with Lobster Meat and Wok-fried Fresh Scallops with Assorted Mushrooms in Creamy Sauce served in Taro Ring. CHRISTMAS SET LUNCH / DINNER MENU From $98++ per person (Minimum 2 persons) COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS @ ATRIUM LOUNGE (LEVEL 4) Available on 24 December 2011 Party the night away to Christmas with Christmas carols, DJ music, as well as live performances right at Atrium Lounge on Level 4. At $38++ per person, you will also be entitled a housepour drink and a novelty party pack.
❆
HAVE A DAZZLING CHRISTMAS PARTY OF YOUR OWN Available from 1 to 25 December 2011 Dazzle your friends and family with an unforgettable private Christmas party at the hotel’s spacious function rooms, complete with sumptuous food and a well-decorated venue. Christmas Buffet Menu from $65++ per person (Package is for booking with a minimum of 50 persons) Book for 100 persons or more to enjoy additional perks! N E W Y E A R ’ S C H E E R S @ AT R I U M LOUNGE (LEVEL 4) Available on 31 December 2011 – 7PM to 1.30AM Count down to 2012 with interesting programmes lined up, such as performances by Mardi Gras dancers, special lighting twirlers and an exciting magic show. Dance to the rhythm of the night with our percussion band and stand a chance to win attractive lucky draw prizes! Theme: Silver and Purple Mardi Gras Priced at $88++ per person
❄
Ristorante Bologna - Stuffed Parma ham
BUON ANNO! @ RISTORANTE BOLOGNA (LEVEL 4) Available on 31 December 2011 & 1 January 2012 Ristorante Bologna has put together an irresistible set of fine Italian menus to kick start the brand new year! Indulge in favourites such as Rolled Parma Ham stuffed with Mascapone Cheese, Tabasco and Fresh Mesclun Salad, Ravioli filled with Crab Meat in Arrabbiata Sauce and White Chocolate and Raspberry Cheesecake. NEW YEAR’S EVE GALA DINNER Indulge in a six-course menu specially prepared with tantalizing dishes such as Rolled Parma Ham stuffed with Mascapone Cheese, Ravlioli stuffed with Truffles, with Sage and Parmigiano Cream Sauce and Chilled Gianduia Chocolate Cake with Vanilla Ice-cream. $118++ per person for a six-course set menu and a complimentary glass of Bellini NEW YEAR’S DAY BUFFET LUNCH Celebrate New Year the Italian way and savour an array of delectable Italian dishes at the buffet spread including Assorted Italian Cold Cuts, Tabasco and Fresh Mesclun Salad, Ravioli filled with Crab Meat in Arrabbiata Sauce Roast Chicken with Rosemary and Potatoes, Tiramisu as well as White Chocolate and Raspberry Cheesecake. $68++ per person
FOR DINING RESERVATIONS, PLEASE CALL AT 6845 1111 OR EMAIL: diningexpress.marina@meritushotels.com FOR EVENTS RESERVATIONS, PLEASE CALL 6845 1018 OR EMAIL: events.marina@meritushotels.com
F&B_Marina Mandarin.indd 11
Dec 2011 - Jan 2012 eMAG
11
12/6/11 11:58:23 AM
F&B directory
❆
BEJEWELLED
❆
CHRISTMAS @ SHERATON TOWERS SINGAPORE HOTEL
S
heraton Towers Singapore commemorates this yuletide season with a dazzling array of festive specialties that will bring merriment to any celebration. From gastronomic feasts to heaps of delightful Christmas goodies, the team of dedicated chefs promises a veritable paradise for every merry-maker. Embracing this year’s theme “Bejewelled Christmas”, the elegant lobby will be transformed into a surreal setting, where glimmering jewels and brilliant colours abound, making it the perfect backdrop for your Christmas photos. The highly anticipated 22-foot “live” Christmas tree, fully adorned from top to bottom with sparkling gems will take centre stage at the Lobby by the Grand staircase from 26 November.
Manjari Chocolate and Exotic Fruit Yule Log
THE DINING ROOM Enhanced Lunch Buffet 5 to 23 December (available from Mondays to Fridays), 12pm to 2.30pm Kick off the festive cheer with our preChristmas lunch buffet showcasing international cuisines and a wide selection of celebratory dishes and irresistible Christmas desserts. Prices: $48 (adult); $24 (child, age 6 to 12) Christmas Lunch Buffet 24, 25 & 26 December from 12pm to 3pm Savour an extensive spread of holiday classics like succulent Turkey with Cranberry Sauce, Roast Beef with Natural Jus, Honey and Mustard Glazed Bone-in Ham, Foie Gras Terrine as well as a slew of baked treats for sweet tooths such as minced Fruit Pie, cookies and Almond Stollen. Prices: $68 (adult); $34 (child, age 6 to 12) Christmas Dinner Buffet 24 & 25 December from 7pm to 10pm Executive Chef Nobuyuki is thrilled to introduce exciting new dishes such as the Roast Piglet stuffed with Yam and Sour Apple Sauce, Escargot Bourguignon as well as Poached
12
Stingray and Baby Shark with Spicy Mayonnaise & Garlic Aioli. Not to be forgotten are also yuletide treats like Roast Turkey stuffed with Sage & Truffle Butter, Roast Tomahawk Beef with Port Wine, Yule Log, and Christmas Pudding doused in Brandy. Prices: 24 December - $88 (adult); $44 (child, age 6 to 12) & 25 December - $78 (adult); $39 (child, age 6 to 12) New Year’s Eve Dinner Buffet 31 December, from 7pm to 10.30pm As the last hours of 2011 tick away, tuck into a generous spread of international favourites including assorted Sushi and Sashimi, Oven-roasted Challon Duck Breast with Foie Gras sauce, Exotic “Char Siew” Rack of Lamb with Caramelized Baby Figs, Chilli Crab Claw and decadent Chocolate Lava Cake. Prices: $88 (adult); $45 (child, age 6 to 12) New Year’s Day Lunch Buffet 1 January 2012, from 12pm to 3pm Start off the new year with a sumptuous buffet lunch featuring Seafood-on-ice, made-to-order Laksa and hot selections such as Teriyaki Glazed Fillet of Cod, Pineapple Fried Rice and Braised Duck with Mushroom Ragout. Prices: $58 (adult); $29 (child, age 6 to 12)
eMAG Dec 2011 - Jan 2012
F&B_Sheraton.indd 12
12/1/11 9:18:32 AM
d
❆
d
d Christmas Turkey
DOMVS, THE ITALIAN RESTAURANT
LI BAI CANTONESE RESTAURANT
Christmas Eve Set Dinner 24 December, 7pm to 10.30pm
Christmas Eve and Day Special Set Menu 24 and 25 December for both lunch and dinner
DOMVS gives the yuletide season an Italian take with Artichoke soup, Fresh Live Scallops, Agnolotti, Oven-roasted Turkey as well as Homemade Panettone dessert for a sweet finale. Price: $98 per person New Year’s Eve Set Dinner 31 December, 7pm to 10.30pm Make merry with your friends and loved ones as you indulge in this six-course set dinner offering sublime dishes like Beef Consommé, Quail Salad, Spaghetti with Sea Urchin and Osetra Caviar, Grilled Squid and Fried Prawns with Ginger and Potato Sauce, Pan-seared Chateaubriand with Barolo Wine Sauce and Candied Fruit Pudding on Warm Saffron Vanilla Sauce. Price: $110 per person
Li Bai joins in the festive cheer with a fivecourse meal that includes Pan-fried Foie Gras with Turkey Salad, Double-boiled Shark’s Fin with Seafood in Pumpkin, Baked Canadian Cod, Baked Rice with Scallop and Oyster in Homemade Cream Sauce and Cream of Avocado served with Ice Cream. Price: $128 per person
New Year’s Eve and Day Special Set Menu 31 December 2011 and 1 January 2012 for both lunch and dinner Herald the new year with this five-course meal that includes tantalizing dishes like Pan-fried Foie Gras and Barbecued Debone Duck with Fresh Mango, Doubleboiled Shark’s Fin with Crabmeat in Young Coconut, Barbecued Black Pork Ribs in Homemade Sauce, Baked Rice with Scallop and Oyster in Portuguese Sauce and Cream of Avocado served with Ice Cream. Price: $128 per person
For reservations and enquiries, please call The Dining Room: 6839 5621 DOMVS: 6839 5622 Li Bai: 6839 5623 Lobby Bar: 6839 5625
All prices are subject to 10% service charge and prevailing government tax.
Sheraton Towers Singapore Hotel 39 Scotts Road Singapore 228230
Dec 2011 - Jan 2012 eMAG
F&B_Sheraton.indd 13
13
12/1/11 9:18:41 AM
❆ hristmas ❆ C F&B directory
❄
S
❄
with Love at the Waterfront
pend time with your loved ones at Café Brio’s Christmas lunch and dinner buffet and make merry over sumptuous delicacies such as Shucked Canadian & Pacific Oysters; Poached Alaskan Whole Salmon with Pomery Mustard Sauce; Slow-cooked Turkey Meat with Chestnut, Champagne Morel Cream enhanced with Truffle; Honey Baked Ham served with Apple Sauce and Pork Jus; Homemade Christmas Pudding with Vanilla Sauce and many more!
December Festive Merriment @ Café Brio’s Buffet Lunch (Mon – Sat) $42++ per person
Christmas comes but once a year, but it can definitely be the best day of the year with everyone celebrating the Christmas with Love at Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel.
Festive Sunday Brunch on 4, 11 & 18 December 2011 $108++ per person with free flow of sparkling wine and beer $68++ per person, Brunch only
For reservations, please call 6233 1100 or email fnb. rsvns@grandcopthorne.com.sg
Buffet Dinner (Mon – Thu) Buffet Dinner (Fri – Sun) $58++ per person $68++ per person
Christmas Eve – 24 December 2011, Saturday Buffet Lunch Buffet Dinner $42++ per person $118++ per person with free flow of champagne, sparkling wine and beer $80++ per person, Buffet only Christmas Day – 25 December 2011, Sunday Buffet Brunch $118++ per person with free flow of champagne, sparkling wine and beer $78++ per person, Brunch only Buffet Dinner $68++ per person New Year’s Eve – 31 December 2011, Saturday Buffet Lunch Gala Buffet Dinner $42++ per person $118++ per person with free flow of champagne, sparkling wine and beer $80++ per person, Buffet only
Honey Baked Ham Served with Sautéed Vegetables, Apple Sauce and Natural Pork Jus
14
New Year’s Day – 1 January 2012, Sunday Buffet Brunch Buffet Dinner $49++ per person $59++ per person
eMAG Dec 2011 - Jan 2012
F&B_grandcopthornewaterfront.indd 14
12/6/11 10:25:28 AM
❆ Christmas Stollen
Baked U.S. Turkey Pie with Black Truffle, Chestnut, Button Mushroom in Champagne Morel Cream enhanced with Truffle
A
versatile and authentic Italian restaurant, Pontini serves only the freshest and finest food to guests from all over the world. Wine and dine in a halcyon setting amidst the bustling city life as you feast sumptuously at Pontini. Overseeing a glass-enclosed wine cellar that embraces a private dining room, an open kitchen and the main hall featuring a high ceiling, Pontini offers an elegant atmosphere and warm service unlike any other. Relish into the festive dishes specially prepared by head chef Domenico Piras. These include Double-boiled Capon Consommé with Chicken and Black Truffle Cappelleti, Julienne Vegetable; Baked Norwegian Salmon Wrapped with Filo Pastry and Spanish Black Mussel with Vegetable and Herbs ‘Guazzetto’ Brussels Sprout in Champagne Cream Sauce and Crispy Baked Duck Leg Confit with Carrot and Potato Puree, Sautéed Chanterelle Mushroom, Glazed Baby Shallot in Prestige Red Wine Jus.
❆
December Festive Merriment @ Pontini from 1 – 23 December and 26 – 31 December 2011 Lunch A la carte and Business Set Lunch Menu Dinner A la carte and 5-course Wine Dinner at $138++ per person Christmas Eve –24 December 2011, Saturday Dinner Only 5-course Christmas Set Dinner at $138++ per person
❄
Christmas Day – 25 December 2011, Sunday Lunch A la carte and 5-course Set Lunch at $138++ per person Dinner A la carte and 5-course Wine Dinner at $138++ per person New Year’s Eve – 31 December 2011, Saturday Dinner Only 5-course New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner at $138++ per person
Dec 2011 - Jan 2012 eMAG
F&B_grandcopthornewaterfront.indd 15
15
12/6/11 10:25:39 AM
❅
❄
❆
F&B directory
Lychee Martini Yule Log
Black Truffle Miso Baked Chilean Seabass
Heralding
Christmas
Salmon Wellington in Brioche
@ ORCHARD MANDARIN
B
ring on the holiday cheer with a Meritus Christmas by indulging in a slew of decadent festive delights and goodies at Triple Three.
Satiate your appetite with the 128 dishes and 10 LIVE stations that are jazzed up with a festive touch!
Enjoy the warmth of a Christmas-worthy spread including favourites such as Triple Three’s signature Honey Glazed Ham drizzled with pineapple honey glaze perfectly paired with grilled pineapples and pears or juicy and tender Roasted US Turkey and Wagyu Beef served with vine baby tomatoes, roasted potatoes, truffle sauce and Yorkshire pudding. Round up your parties and celebrations on a sweet note with a selection of symbolic log cakes including the popular Lychee Martini
16
Yule Log and the healthy Green Tea and Hokkaido Azuki Yule Log. Christmas would not be complete without traditional goodies such as stollens, puddings, gingerbreads and koulgpf that will add on to the festive fun as well! Christmas Family Hampers would make perfect gifts for families and friends to share and delight in. Kick off a spanking New Year by treating loved ones and yourself to a sumptuous Sunday Brunch accompanied with some bubbly on New Year’s Day. Start the new year on a high by indulging in an array of award winning dishes spread across the buffet selection at Chatterbox and Mandarin Court. From 1 to 31 December, lunch buffet is priced at $72++, weekday dinner buffet is priced at $99++ and weekend dinner buffet is priced at $108++*.
*Except festive celebrations below: Christmas Celebrations 24 Dec 2011 Lunch $88++ Dinner $138++** 25 Dec 2011 Brunch $148++ /$188++^ Dinner $148++** New Year Celebrations 31 Dec 2011 Lunch $88++ Dinner $148++** 01 Jan 2012 Brunch $108++ / $148++^ Dinner $88++ ** Includes free flow of
soft drinks and juice
^ Includes a glass of sparkling wine
For enquiries or reservations, please call Triple Three at 6831 6288/71 or email dine.orchard@meritushotels.com.
eMAG Dec 2011 - Jan 2012
F&B_Orchardmandarin.indd 16
12/5/11 5:23:03 PM
❆
❆ Christmas ❄ M Hotel
★
– An Affair of the Heart
M
ake December a month of meaningful Christmas celebrations. Bond over lunch at The Buffet with your colleagues, friends and family or dine alfresco at The Café for a Christmas Eve family affair of the heart to remember. For an intimate Christmas Eve family dinner, visit Café 2000 for the perfect place to savour the sweet wholesome delights of a heart-warming Christmas meal. Enjoy fresh seafood, premium cuts of meat and an outdoor barbecue while you dine alfresco. For those who prefer a little more variety, head towards the buffet station for Grilled Barramundi and Chinese Roast Duck. The Roast Turkey with Chestnut Stuffing served with Turkey Gravy and Cranberry Sauce is certainly not to be missed! Top off your meal with warm brandied Christmas pudding, truffles, mince pies, fruit cakes, durian desserts and nonya kueh. For a festive end to the night, drop by J Bar for a glass of White Christmas served in a Martini glass with a mix of Malibu rum,
pineapple juice, milk and grenadine syrup. With special prices for Chardon, Mumm Champagne and Moet ranging from $110++ per bottle to $160++ per bottle, there is certainly more reason for cheers. Take away a little of the ole Christmas spirit with you when you drop by our Christmas Goodie House. Select from a range of Christmas goodies including chocolate Christmas figurines, puddings, cookies, stollen, fruit cakes, mince cakes, log cakes, Kougolpf and Pannetone. To reserve our delectable Turkey with Chestnut Stuffing, Honey-baked Ham and Roasted Rib Eye, please call 6500 6124 at least 3 days in advance. Carollers will entertain guests with Christmas tunes from 7:30pm onwards on Christmas Eve, 24 December. Christmas Eve Dinners at Café 2000 are priced at $78.00++ while Buffet Christmas Lunches are served at $42.00++ per person. For dinner reservations, please call 6500 6112. For lunch reservations, please call 6500 6116. Dec 2011 - Jan 2012 eMAG
f&b-MHotel.indd 17
17
12/1/11 9:21:50 AM
G
reat Food Affordable prices!
J’s Bar
&
1034 Sembawang Road Singapore 758503
Tel:
Grill
6481 0388
• Free Parking
Private function or company event is available, Please call for reservation.
J's Bar.indd 1
Sunday - Friday: 11.30am to 1am Saturday & P.H eve: 11.30am to 2am Happy Hour: 4pm to 8pm
12/6/11 10:35:16 AM
Sutera Mall.indd 1
11/29/11 9:30:33 AM
Welcome Home to Ah Ma’s Good Old Recipes
Say Say Teochew Restaurant Main Shop: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 5.30pm – 9.30pm 60 &62, Jalan Setia 12/1, Taman Setia Indah, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor Branch: 11.30am – 9.30pm 86 Jln Sutera Tanjung 8/4, Taman Sutera Utama, 81300 Johor Bahru, Malaysia Branch: No. 40, Jln Ros Merah 2/11, Tmn Johor Jaya, 81100, Johor Bahru. Johor (Behind Public Bank)
Reservation: 016 / 019 777 7779
Say Say Teochew Rest.indd 1
9/20/11 4:57:06 PM
Ayukawa1.pdf
12/5/11
9:35:56 AM
Ayukawa2.pdf
12/5/11
9:44:07 AM
Dine Like You’re in
America
More Food, More Service, More Fun!
ANMOUR CAFÉ Sdn Bhd
No 34, Jalan Sutera Tanjung 8/3, Taman Sutera Utama, 81300 Skudai, Johor +6010 8287080 +607 5563420 www.facebook.com/pages/AnMour-Cafe-Concept
AnMour.indd 1
12/6/11 10:01:32 AM
eborn R Signature Treatments
“Tui Na” Therapeutic Treatment
Ear Candling
The procedure begins with the placement of a hollow candle in the ear. The other end is then lit, which creates warmth and suction. Through the process of osmosis, ear-wax and toxins are naturally drawn out of the ear passageway. The therapist combines this with gentle massages around the face and shoulder area throughout the process to assist in the removal of toxins.
T
ui Na, one of the oldest forms of therapeutic massage to exist, originated in China over 2,000 years ago and has been practiced ever since. Tui Na literally translates to ‘push rub’ and applies the principles of acupressure to bring the body back into balance in order to heal it. Reborn Tui Na Therapeutic Massage is a natural and non-invasive therapy suitable for all ages and carries little or no side effects. It is effective in treating or complementing the treatment of many conditions including insomnia, musculoskeletal problems such as lower-back pain, frozen shoulder, slipped disc, and fractures as well as chronic stress-related disorders of the digestive, respiratory, and reproductive systems. Treatments start from RM$78 for a 60 minute treatment. If your schedule allows, go for a 120 minute or even 180 minute treatment. Longer treatments allow the therapist more time to work deeply into all corners of your body, leaving you fresh and rejuvenated for the world again.
Reborn Writeup.indd 1
S
ticking a burning candle into one’s ear may sound like a torture but it’s actually an alternative treatment that’s been used for centuries to naturally cleanse the inside of one’s ears and head.
Reborn offers varying durations of ear candling treatments. Prices start from RM$68 for a 30 minute treatment and up to RM$108 for a 1 hour session.
Ear-candling, which is also known as earconing or thermal-auricular therapy is a natural, non-intrusive procedure which helps in alleviating a host of ailments including ear infections, sinus problems, migraine and more.
Reborn Healthcare Sdn. Bhd.
61 & 63, Jalan Sutera Tanjung 8/2, Taman Sutera Utama, 81300 Skudai, Johor Bahru Tel: 07-5588 488 Open Daily from 11 am - 1.00am
12/5/11 4:58:23 PM
R
ealign. echarge. eborn.
Take a holistic approach to wellness with our award winning services • Tui Na Therapeutic Massage • Neck & Shoulder / Back & Shoulder Therapeutic Massage • Children’s Reflexology • Foot Reflexology • Ear Candling • Fish Spa
Reborn Healthcare Sdn. Bhd. 61 & 63, Jalan Sutera Tanjung 8/2 Taman Sutera Utama, Skudai 81300 Johor Bahru.
Tel: 07 5588 488
Business Hours: 10.00am – 1.00am (Open Daily)
KUALA LUMPUR
Bukit Bintang Chinatown Petaling Street Plaza Damas Hartamas Leisure Mall-1 Cheras Leisure Mall-2 Cheras Taman Segar Cheras Taman Connaught Cheras Sri Petaling
PERAK
Ipoh De Garden
SELANGOR
Kota Damansara Giant Kelana Jaya Bdr Puteri Puchong 101 Boulevard Puchong The Mines Kajang Metropoint Alamanda Putrajaya
03-2144 03-2070 03-6203 03-9130 03-9131 03-9131 03-9130 03-9057
1288 9388 3273 9788 1888 0588 9088 1099
05-5453 788
03-6142 03-7806 03-8060 03-8070 03-8942 03-8734 03-8890
8188 3688 3083 7818 2881 3788 3864
PENANG Gurney Plaza
04-229 1388
JOHOR Sutera JB
07-5588 488
INDONESIA Kuta, Bali
Reborn.indd 1
+361 76 7171
10/18/11 12:26:21 PM
Sutera Development.indd 2
11/29/11 9:28:55 AM
Sutera Development.indd 3
11/29/11 9:29:43 AM
Room Type
Description
Total Cost (RM)
Standard Double
One Queen Size Bed
38.00 ^ nett
Superior Twin
Two Single Beds
48.00 ^ nett
Deluxe Triple
Three Single Bed
58.00 ^ nett
Deluxe Family
One queen Size Bed & one Single Bed
63.00 ^ nett
Junior Suite ( window )
Two Queen Size Bed
88.00 ^ nett
Deluxe Suite ( window )
Two Queen Size Bed, One Single Bed & One Sofa Bed
128.00 ^ nett
Only Here!
Up to 50% discount for Online booking, Corporate, and Member. HereHotel.com
43 & 45 Jalan Sutera Tanjung 8/2, Taman Sutera Utama, Skudai 81300 Johor Website: www.herehotel.com Tel: +607-5566777 / 888
After
Seeing More of Your Head Recently? Most people love a full head of hair. One’s hair is an important but often neglected part of one’s appearance. It is usually when one loses it that we begin to notice what a difference it makes to how one looks and present oneself to others. Hair loss is a natural process that happens daily. On average, one loses about 50 to 150 hairs a day, but most of these hairs grow back because of the existence of the underlying follicle. However, baldness strikes when shedding significantly exceeds growth. There are a few reasons behind hair loss. Most of the time, it is genetic. High levels of stress have been known to cause some hair loss, but it is usually temporary. Autoimmune diseases, the use of certain drugs, illness and severe nutritional deficiency may also cause hair loss or promote early male pattern baldness. Even tight hairdos can create tension that inflames and destroy hair follicles, thereby stopping hair growth. The Chinese call our hair “3000 threads of worry”. Have your tresses become your source of stress? Amaze’Specialist Hair Care Centre is a group of specialized hair gurus dedicated to helping men and women with hair loss problems by providing professional hair loss consultation and a variety of non-surgical treatment services in a comfortable, professional and private environment. Using latest technology from USA, Amaze also offers affordable non-surgical cosmetic hair replacement systems through the application of advanced artistic techniques. Call Amaze’ Specialist Hair Care at 6438-4382 for a free consultation session and you may just be looking forward to an amazing new you soon.
Amaze’ Specialist Pte Ltd
61A Cantonment Road Singapore 089757 www.amazespecialist.com Amaze_1/2.indd 1
Here Hotel/NextissueCNY.indd 1
Before
F
al i r T ree
6 4 3 8 4382 11/15/11 10:10:46 AM
12/5/11 12:25:04 PM
A Touch of England in an Old World ambience
Serving only
QualitySteak!
No. 1 & 3 Jalan Glasiar, Taman Tasek, 80200 Johor Bahru, Johor Tel: 07 – 232 3761 Fax: 07 – 235 1767 www.GeorgeandDragonCafe.com
George & Dragon.indd 1
11/9/11 1:19:25 PM
F&B directory
Orchard
d 30
Hotel
F
or who seek an unusual premium gift set, Chef Christophe’s brainchild, the ‘Xtravagant Xmas Bird’ priced at $688 is the answer! The Guinea Fowl with toppings and extras can be served as a meal complete with appetizers, mains and dessert for 4-6 gourmets!
Advance order of 5 days is required for this special Christmas Bird. Christmas Goodies are available at the Snowmen’s Glass House from 18 November to 25 December 2011, Open daily from 11:00am to 9:00pm. Snowman Hotline: 6739-6577
eMAG Dec 2011 - Jan 2012
f&b-Orchard Hotel.indd 30
12/6/11 12:00:45 PM
❆
❆
d
ORCHARD CAFÉ
Indulge in succulent roasts, bountiful seafood and other festive goodies ranging from Oysters with Champagne Sauce to Roasted Duck with Dark Cherries and Venison Rack with Red Cabbage. Those with a sweet tooth can delight in the collection of deserts, which includes items such as the Signature Yule Log Cakes, Traditional Mince Pies, and Christmas Pudding Pancakes with Brandy Sauce and more mouthwatering treats. Enjoy a 15% early bird discount for 24, 25 and 31 December 2010 as well as 1 January 2011, when you confirm your reservations by 11 December 2010.
Orchard Café’s Christmas Eve Buffet is served from 12.00pm – 2.30pm at $55 per adult and $27.50 per child for lunch, from 3.00pm – 5.00pm at $42 per adult and $21 per child for hi-tea and from 6.00pm - 10:30pm at $88 per adult, $44 per child for dinner. On Christmas day, Family Brunch is served from 11.30pm – 2.30pm at $65 per adult, $32.50 per child. Buffet Hi-Tea is from 3.00pm – 5.00pm at $42 per adult and $21 per child and Buffet Dinner is served from 6.00pm – 10.30pm at $78 per adult and $39 per child. Orchard Café also offers Pre-Festive Buffet Lunches, High Tea and Dinners between 10 to 23 and 26 to 30 December 2011. Pre-festive Buffet Lunch is available between Mondays to Fridays starting from 12.00pm – 2.30pm at $45 per adult, $22.50 per child and on Saturdays and Sundays at $50 per adult, $25 per child. Pre-festive Buffet High Tea is served from 3.00pm – 5.00pm at $35 per adult, $17.50 per child and on Saturdays and Sundays at $38 per adult, $19 per child. Pre-festive Buffet Dinner is served from 6.00pm – 10.30pm on Sundays to Thursdays at $55 per adult, $27.50 per child, and on Fridays and Saturdays at $60 per adult, $30 per child.
Cantonese Roast Turkey from Hua Ting
Succulent Christmas Roasts at Orchard Café
Hua Ting’s Christmas Set Menus are available on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day for lunch from 11.00am – 2.30pm and dinner between 6.30pm – 10.30pm at $98 or $118 (min. 2 persons). Set menus for 8 and 10 persons are also available at $668 and $888 respectively. All diners will receive a Party Pack during dinner on Christmas Eve.
Snowmen’s Hamper
Advance reservations are recommended for the festive season. Please call Santarina’s Hotline at 6739-6577 for reservations at any of our Food & Beverage outlets or 6739-6666 for Hua Ting Restaurant. Dec 2011 - Jan 2012 eMAG
f&b-Orchard Hotel.indd 31
31
12/6/11 12:00:55 PM
signature dish
Barbecued Baby Pork Ribs
W
e were a little surprised at how fleshy and tender the meat was for this good old American favourite at AnMour. Prepared using the café’s own special barbecue sauce, we were told the ribs are braised for nearly an hour before it is roasted to give it a slightly crispy edge. The dish comes with creamy mashed potato which is also made in house and is extremely popular among patrons. Rib-licking good!
AnMour Café No. 34. Jalan Sutera Tanjung 8/3, Taman Sutera Utama 81300 Skudai, Johor Tel: 010 828 7080, 02 9146 6861
Cheesecake with Blueberry Topping
T
his is a creation from the owner’s personal family recipe and has won much love from George & Dragon’s customers. The cake, which is laid over an appetizing biscuit base, is made from a mix of cheese and cream that results in a thick and smooth consistency. The touch of blueberry jam adds fruity sweetness as a finishing touch. The cake is a tad rich but we say: Forget your diet and indulge! George & Dragon Café No. 1&3, Jalan Glasiar, Taman Tasek, 80200 Johor Bahru, Johor Tel: (60) 07-2323761
Steamed Fish
with
Dried Radish
S
teamed fish is one of the most widely recognized symbols of Teochew cuisine and Dried Radish is also one of the most classic ingredients used in this cuisine as well. The owners designed this dish with these elements in mind by using steamed wild fish topped with fragrant fried dried radish. Unlike farmed fish, wild fish meat is firmer and may be a tad different from what many may be used to due to the widespread use of farmed fish these days. However, if you are up for a real taste of the sea, this is one dish to dive into. Say Say Teochew Restaurant Main Shop: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 5.30pm – 9.30pm 60 & 62, Jalan Setia 12/1, Taman Setia Indah, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor Branch: 11.30am – 9.30pm 86 Jln Sutera Tanjung 8/4, Taman Sutera Utama, 81300 Johor Bahru, Malaysia Branch: No. 40, Jln Ros Merah 2/11, Tmn Johor Jaya, 81100, Johor Bahru. Johor (Behind Public Bank) Reservation: 016 / 019 777 7779
32
eMAG Dec 2011 - Jan 2012
Signature Dish.indd 32
12/1/11 9:35:25 AM
Claypot Abalone Hokkien Mee
M
ention Kim’s Place and the first thing that comes to mind is inadvertently their famous Hokkien Mee which has earned its founder, Mr Tan Kue Kim, the title of “Hokkien Mee Master”. The restaurant has taken their champion dish a step further by cooking it with abalone stock in claypot to produce a richer flavor. Topped with sliced abalone and large prawns, this is one Hokkien Mee worth your buck.
Kim’s Place Seafood Restaurant 43 Joo Chiat Place, Singapore 427767 Tel: 6742 1119
3014 Ubi Road 1 #01-308, Singapore 408702 Tel: 6749 6855
Pork Ribs with Honey Sauce
U
nlike pork ribs often served at most Chinese restaurants, the Pork Ribs with Honey Sauce at House of Seafood gives you more to munch on with extra length accompanied by a most addictive sauce. The meat was firm and chewy but it was the gleaming deep brown sauce coated on the ribs that won the day. Savory with a touch of sweetness, the sauce carried a mysterious finish which was so addictive that our writer could not help but scrap the sauce off the plate and eat it like candy. One of the top sellers at the restaurant, this dish is a must-try!
House of seafood @180 Main (Valet Parking) 180 Yio Chu Kang Road Singapore 545628 Tel: 6282 7180 Branch: 30 Cosford Road, Singapore 499550 (Near Changi Prison) Tel: 6746 9000
Assam Fish Head
A
ssam Fish Head is a fairly common dish in Singapore. Yet, a delectable plate of the dish requires the chef to tread a fine balance between spiciness and sourness. Yi Jia Le manages to achieve just that and despite having an intensely flavored sauce, the fish served is fresh and firm. This dish is best tasted warm and be prepared to polish off an extra bowl of rice because the gravy is simply addictive!
Yi Jia La Seafood Restaurant 10, Jalan Tampang Sembawang, Garden Arcade, Singapore 758954 (Opposite Sembawang Shopping Centre) Tel: 6555 5300 Dec 2011 - Jan 2012 eMAG
Signature Dish.indd 33
33
12/1/11 9:35:36 AM
The fresh
SENKI
Japanese Restaurant 109 Killiney Road Singapore 239548 Tel: 6734 5565 www.senki.com.sg
Japanese Buffet
I
f you love Japanese cuisine and appreciate variety in your meal, Senki Japanese Restaurant would definitely be one place you would want to stop by. Tuck into a large selection of over 100 Japanese favorites including sashimi, sushi and tempura through Senki’s ala-carte buffet for only $33++. While food is often left outside for long periods of time in many buffets, Senki strives to prepare your food only upon order. This means you get to enjoy food that is fresh and served at the right temperature. Freshness, which is highly regarded in Japanese cuisine, makes this an important feature that sets Senki’s buffet apart from others. Besides ensuring freshness in food preparation, Senki also endeavors to use quality ingredients and maintain beauty in its presentation of dishes. Most dishes are bite sized portions served beautifully on Japanese styled crockery. This is not only pleasing to the eye but smaller portions also leave you with more tummy space to sample other varieties on the menu.
the customers were served with a chef’s creation that was not on the menu. We hear that Senki’s owner, who is a great fan of Japanese food, personally inspects every new creation before it is served to customers. The atmosphere at Senki is a casual one, which makes it ideal for gatherings with family and friends. The wide selection also makes it possible to cater to different taste buds. Private rooms are also available for those who prefer a little more privacy. Senki has earned a steady following of fans since opening in 2008 and has been visited by several celebrities from Taiwan and Singapore including Stephanie Sun, Kenji Wu and Quan Yifeng. So if you are thinking of visiting the restaurant next time, reservations are definitely recommended!
In fact, you might just get to sample a dish off the menu. Senki’s head chef, who has been trained under Japanese chefs, has over 18 years of experience under his belt and often comes up with special items. While we were at the restaurant, all 34
eMAG Dec 2011 - Jan 2012
Senki writeup.indd 34
12/6/11 2:33:21 PM
SENKI
Japanese Restaurant 109 Killiney Road Singapore 239548 Tel: 6734 5565 www.senki.com.sg
Senki is a hot favourite with Japanese food lovers. Dive into a Japanese gastronomic adventure on our buffet table with over 138 different kinds of dishes to choose from! Let your taste buds go wild with ocean-fresh sashimi including rare finds such as swordfish. Bite into crispy tempura, snack on tangy barbecued yakitori or enjoy the Miso creaminess of your complimentary prawn dish. Refresh your palate with crunchy salads and feast again! Bring your friends and have your fill of good times and wonderful food at affordable prices. Throw parties, invite your clients or share a romantic meal with a loved one. Whatever you do, remember to make a reservation!
Extravaganza! Japanese Buffet
Senki.indd 1
10/17/11 6:00:01 PM
products
What’s
NEW!
One Minute Transformation
C
oloring one’s hair is a common way of creating a fashionable new look. Yet, the hassle of spending half a day at the salon or dealing with messy home dyes has made hair coloring a rather tedious and time-consuming experience. All that is about to change with Quick Touch 1 Minute Hair Color. Created with a patented colorant penetration enhancer which allows colorants to penetrate hair quickly, deeply and evenly, one minute is all it takes for the flora-scented Quick Touch 1 Minute Hair Color to leave a vivid and lasting color on your hair. The reduction of waiting time and the presence of a scalp protecting agent, aloe vera gel, ceramide, hair keratin and other carefully selected ingredients help to prevent scalp irritation and hair damage in the process. For more information, please visit www.quicktouch.biz. Any enquiries please contact 6752 9929
Available at : Associate & United Distributors P/L, Clearis P/L, Mustafa & Samsuddin Co. P/L, Ocea , Tai Sing Essential , Great Fortune Dept Store, Shine @ Spring P/L, OG P/L , Robinson & Co (S) P/L, and all leading cosmetics outlets.
Redefine Brushing with
HAPICA
Minus Ion Sonic Toothbrush I
f you’ve been brushing your teeth regularly and still find yourself laden with dental problems, you may have been using the wrong toothbrush or brushing your teeth wrongly. HAPICA Minus Ion Sonic Toothbrush is an affordable sonic toothbrush that uses Hapi-Sonic™ technology, a patented technique that combines 7,000 ultrasonic vibrations per minute with precision tapping to create sonic waves and micro bubbles that reach areas where normal brushes cannot access. This ensures efficient teeth cleansing while you massage your gums every time you brush your teeth. With 11 patents and over 20 million satisfied users in Japan, HAPICA sonic toothbrushes have received international recognition and approval from various established dental associations around the world, including American Dental Association and France National Dental Health Commission. 36
Lifestream Group Pte Ltd KA Place #05-01, 159 Kampong Ampat, Singapore 368328 t: (+65) 6535 7333 f: (+65) 6535 7913 w: http://lifestreamgroup.com/
eMAG Dec 2011 - Jan 2012
eProducts.indd 36
12/1/11 9:38:27 AM
Style from
Style that stands out The bag that one carries says a lot about the person carrying it. Any lady would also probably tell you a bag can make or break a well thought out look. If it’s style and originality that you seek, you’ll certainly be spoilt for choice at Ipa-Nima. With flamboyant designs, unique twists and funky embellishments as its hallmarks, Ipa-Nima meticulously produces exuberant collections inspired by imaginative themes ranging from a Moroccan sunset to the journey of an exiled Geisha to the sensual cyber adventures of Barbarella and more. The result is a selection of bags and wallets that are not only fashionably fun, sexy and glamorous, but also conversation pieces at social gatherings.
Ipa-Nima
Girl from Ipa-Nima
A style icon with a natural flair for fashion, Hong Kong-born Christina Yu was once a practicing litigator. Unable to contain her passion for fashion, she also moonlighted as the fashion editor for City Magazine which saw her spending her holidays on self-sponsored trips to fashion shows in Paris and Milan, and evenings sifting through thousands of slides in search of new fashion trends. Love brought Christina to Hanoi in 1995, but the move soon became an invaluable opportunity. Impressed by the workmanship of local artisans, Christina began developing private label work for international designers such as Shanghai Tang, G.O.D. and Anteprima. It wasn’t long before she decided to expand her own design vision. In 1997, Ipa-Nima was born.
Celebrity following
To d ay, I p a - N i m a h a s c a u g h t t h e attention of royalty, celebrities and stylists worldwide including Jamie Lee Curtis, Toni Braxton, Yasmin Le Bon, Rebecca Gayheart, Sherilyn Fenn, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Cate Blanchett, Jill Hennessy, Renee Flemming, Denish Rich, Kelly Osbourne, Bai Ling, Michelle Yeoh, Maggie Cheung, Faye Wong, Secretary of State Hilary Rodham Clinton and HRH Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden. The brand has also appeared on the hit sitcom “Friends” and graced the pages of Vogue, Cosmopolitan, Harper’s Bazaar and Time. Fashion enthusiasts will be elated to know that the collection is available in Singapore.
Please visit www.ipa-nima-boutique.com or the local retail outlet for more details. #02-03 Holland Road Shopping Centre Dec 2011 - Jan 2012 eMAG
Ipa Nima.indd 37
37
12/6/11 3:34:31 PM
茗香菜馆
Beng Hiang Restaurant 30 Over
Years of Finest Authentic Hokkien Cuisine
112-116 Amoy Street, Singapore 069932 Tel: 6221 6695, 6221 6684 Fax: 6220 2906 Opening Hours: 11.30am - 2.30pm / 6.00pm - 9.30pm (Monday to Sunday) www.benghiang.com
Beng Hiang Rest..indd 1
10/5/11 1:56:42 PM
Exclusive Distributor: Bodygreen (Asia) Pte Ltd 57 Ubi Ave 1, #06-01, Ubi Centre, Singapore 408936 TEL: 68468775 Licensee: De Sanctuary 545 Orchard Road, #05-20, Far East Shopping Centre, Singapore 238882 Tel: 62351317 email address: enquirybodygreenasia@gmail.com website: http://www.bodygreen-asia.com
Body Green.indd 1
11/29/11 9:01:24 AM
• • • • • •
Hand Set 44 Zircon Sapphire Crystal Stainless Steel PVD 2N Color Water resistant 30m Swiss Made Movement
Showroom & Service Center:
HOUR BOUTIQUE (S) PTE LTD时尚表行(新)私人有限公司
3 Colemen Street, Peninsula Shopping Centre #01-31, Singapore 179804 Tel. +65 6338 3128 E-mail. hourboutique@doray.com .sg
Authorized Retailers:
-Bharath Watch 6293 4029 -Eastern Watch 6734 3139 -Kok Heng Watch 6532 4485 -Mustafa Centre 6295 5855 -Nanking Watch Dealers 6337 3304 -Tai Hong Hung (Lucky Plaza) 6737 7207
Micheal Herbelin.indd 1
5/26/11 11:35:21 AM