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of your life Take a luxury cruise-liner to the sunny Mediterranean or cool Alaska for an atypical holiday experience with New Shan
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f you have some vacation time on your hands, why not take a relaxing cruise around the world with New Shan Travel Service Pte Ltd? With various routes taking you to countries such as Greece, Turkey and the United States of America, you’ll fulfil your wish to take that trip around the world. New Shan Travel Service Pte Ltd was set up in 1972, with merely eight staff members solely providing ticketing services. It has since evolved into one of the biggest travel agencies in Singapore. Today, with a 140-strong team, it provides a full spectrum of travel services such as flight reservations, group tours as well as free and easy packages. They also provide hotel reservations, visa arrangements, corporate and wholesale ticketing, and incentive tours. It is a onestop shop dedicated to providing for all your travel needs. For its 41st Anniversary, New Shan Travel Service has put together two extensive packages for you to have a great vacation.
16-Day Romance of the Mediterranean Sea Embark on your journey on the Ruby Princess. One of the largest ships in the Princess Fleet, this vessel offers all the latest signature features such as the Crown Grill, where premium steaks and seafood are cooked before your eyes. You can also
The Ruby Princess has a swimming pool, a sun deck, and everything else you need
watch a movie under the stars while cuddling up under a warm blanket. The first three days after you set off for Istanbul, you’ll jet to the beautiful scenic Zurich and visit the nearby Mount Titlis. After lunch in the mountains, you’ll proceed to Lucerne to visit the Lion Monument, the Old Chapel Bridge and the picturesque Lake Lucerne. Next, travel south to the border of Chiasso before going into Milan, the fashion city. See the local Castello and visit the Vittorio Emanuele II Gallery and the famous Duomo next to it before heading on to Verona and Venice, Italy’s two most romantic cities. After re-boarding the Ruby
Princess, be prepared to view various scenic ports of call such as Dubrovnik, Corfu and Mykonos. The last five days of the tour will be spent exploring other parts of Greece (including Athens, Olympia and Delphi) before returning to Singapore. There are great savings with various early bird booking discounts for this package. For 10 months or more you get $600 off per couple; for 8 months or more you get $500 off per couple; for 6 months or more you get $400 off per couple; and for 4 months or less you get $200 off per couple. The next tour for the 16-Day Romance of the Mediterranean Sea is set for Sep 18 to Oct 2. Call 6546 7333 or 6481 1181 to book now.
The palatial ship is a great base for your travel adventures
17-Day Alaska Experience + Rocky Tour Visit the icy Alaskan glacier and more with this cool 17-day experience. Depart from sunny Singapore to sleepless Seattle, known as the Evergreen State of Washington. Take a leisurely drive down the interstate highway to British Columbia, Canada. Stop at the Duty Free Shop for cosmetic and perfume shopping. Upon arrival at Vancouver, visit Stanley Park, Totem Park, Lions Gate Ride and Chinatown before heading back to the hotel to unwind. Then, take the Trans-Canada Highway from Vancouver to the Fraser River Canyon before arriving in Kamloops. Continue
on to the 250m-high Spahats Creek Waterfalls that cascades down to Valemount, the West entrance of the Rocky Mountains. The rooms are After that, comfortable and beautiful you’ll travel northward, passing by the ranches and snow-capped peaks of the Columbia Mountains. Continue down the Yellow Head Highway and catch a glimpse of Mount Robson, the highest peak of the Canadian Rockies, as you drive past the Ice Fields Parkway which meanders along the river banks of the valley floor. See the Athabasca Glacier and ride the Snow Coach up along the glacier. The last stop for the day is Banff, known for its mountainous surroundings and hot springs. When you’re in Banff, you’ll go on a gondola ride to Sulphur Mountain before heading to Lake Louise. Take in the sights of Bow Galls as well as the hot spring resort before arriving at Salmon Arm. Later, depart for Vancouver via Kelowna, the best fruit producing district of Okanagan. You will also have free time to explore and shop around
Vancouver at your own leisure. Then, head back to Seattle and cruise all the way to Juneau, Alaska. You’ll also visit Skagway, Glacier Bay National Park and Ketchikan before going to Victoria, British Columbia. The last few days will be spent in Seattle before leaving for Singapore. There are also great savings with various early bird booking discounts for this 17-Day Alaska Experience + Rocky Tour package. For 8 months or more you get $500 off per couple; for 6 months or more you get $400 off per couple; and for 4 months or less you get $200 off per couple. Call 6546 7333 to book now. W New Shan Travel Service Pte Ltd, 20 Maxwell Road, #01-02, Singapore 069113, www.newshan.com
“With various routes to countries such as Greece, Turkey and the USA, you’ll fulfil your wish to take that trip Around the world.”
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free admission Book Exchange 2013 Until 18 May, 8.30am-6pm From now until 12 May, book lovers can drop off their well-
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thumbed books and pick up others' books at any of the 24 public libraries (except library @ Chinatown) between 11am-8pm. At the Central Public Library, it is be extended until 17 May, and until 4pm on 18 May at the event grounds. National Library Building, The Plaza, 100 Victoria Street DBS Marina Regatta 18, 19, 24, 25 May This water sports festival by DBS features dragon boating, a drum competition and a cosplay parade on 18-19 May. The Bay Festival on 24-25 May includes games and activities such as dumpling fishing and watercraft workshops. Electrico and Jack and Rai will also be performing. Waterfront Promenade @ Marina Bay Dena Foundation Residency Programme Closes 21 May The National Arts Council (NAC)
is calling for applications from emerging visual artists and curators for an international residency programme at the Centre International d'Accueil et d'Echanges des Récollets Paris, organised by the Dena Foundation. The residency programme runs for three to four months, and participants may get to present an exhibition of their work in Paris and Singapore. Successful applicants will receive funding for their travel and programme costs. www.nac.gov.sg/denafoundation-residency English Storytelling by Neil Humphreys 18 May, 11am-12.30pm Author Neil Humphreys and his daughter Abbie Rose are conducting a meet-the-author cum storytelling session for his two latest books – The Day a Panda Really Saved My Life, and Abbie Rose and the Magic Suitcase: I Trapped a Dolphin
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but I REALLY Didn’t Mean It. National Library Building, 100 Victoria Street, #B1-01 erdinger maifest 2013 10 & 11 May, 6.30pm-11pm Experience the joyous Spring celebration in an evening of fun, and authentic German food paired with leading wheat beer, Erdinger. Also, introducing Singapore’s first 9m-tall technology-crafted Maypole, where festivalgoers can personalise their own designs. Visit www.erdingermaifest.com to customise your own Maypole and see it come to life at the Maifest festival grounds! Clarke Quay, Central Fountain, River Valley Road How To Be A Singapore Explorer 15 May, 7.30pm-8.30pm You might be inspired to embark on your own historical exploration of Singapore after photographer Darren Soh and writer Melanie Lee share their local sojourns. Email contact details to: nhb_nm_lectures@ nhb.gov.sg National Museum of Singapore, 93 Stamford Road RAW: IN:dex 15 & 16 May, 8pm IN:dex is a performance installation exploring space through a conversation of light, sound and spatial elements. Three artists of three different disciplines interact with one another during their creative process through text and images, only revealing their final pieces during the performances. Email raw@esplanade.com with your contact details for tickets. 1 Esplanade Drive
Home Team NS Shooting Range, 2 Bukit Batok West Avenue 7 (18 May); Safra Yishun Shooting Range, 60 Yishun Avenue 4 (19 May) DIRTY DANCING – THE CLASSIC STORY ON STAGE 24 May - 16 Jun, 8pm (Tue-Sun), $55, $95, $125, $150, $175 The Singapore Premiere of this smash-hit musical is here. Dirty Dancing is an adaptation of the 1987 movie written and co-produced by Eleanor Bergstein, and tells the story of two young, fiercely independent free spirits from different worlds who come together. Marina Bay Sands, Grand Theatre, 10 Bayfront Ave European Union Film Festival 2013 15-26 May, various timings, $11 The 23rd EU Film Festival returns with a record 28 films representing the best of European cinema. Films include Belgium's Oxygen, France's Something in the Air and Denmark's This Life. Shaw Lido, 350 Orchard Road Journeys of Inspiration concert 12 May, 4pm, $20 To celebrate its 80th anniversary, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Band collaborates with Singapore Wind Symphony in a concert conducted by Adrian Tan, Jan Schut and worldrenowned Dutch composer and conductor Johan De Meij. School Of The Arts (SOTA) Concert Hall, 1 Zubir Said Drive
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mind body spirit festiVal 2013 11 & 12 May, 8.30am-8.30pm, from $12 per workshop (contact for more); $10 (online) Celebrate this Mother’s Day weekend with health and fitness workshops conducted instructors of Yoga, Pilates and fitness. The Fair boasts 40 booths of wellness products and services. Tickets include entry to Mind Body Spirit Festival, and performances at the Greek Theatre. Find out more at www.mindbodyspirit.com.sg Singapore Flyer, 30 Raffles Avenue
Charity fun shoot for aishah 18 & 19 May, 9.30am-5.30pm, $20 By the local shooting community in aid of former national shooter Aishah, who lost her limbs due to a severe infection. Help Aishah and try your hand at shooting, coached by national shooters. Tickets at door, or E-mail sgshooters@gmail.com for group booking or private donations.
National Achievers Congress 10-12 May, 8.30am-8pm (all 3 days), $88 Glean the secrets of success from speakers at the National Achievers Congress. CEO and Founder of the Virgin Group of Companies Richard Branson, Les Brown, Keith Cunningham and other speakers will be sharing about Forex trading, investment, leadership and more. Singapore Expo, 1 Expo Drive
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Tulipmania Until 20 May, 9am-9pm daily, $7 (child & senior citizen), $10 Singapore’s largest tulip-themed floral display features 20,000 multicoloured tulips with four miniature windmills from the Netherlands. Gardens by the Bay, 18 Marina Gardens Drive All events listed here are accurate at the the time of print, or are listed as stated by the organisers. Please check with the relevant organisers and contacts for more information and to book tickets.
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Help your mom’s
Fash Snips
BEAUTY shine through Mother’s Day is rolling around and it’s time to help your mom feel like the beautiful woman she is. Here are some fashion suggestions
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Here are some stirrings in the fashion industry that you would need, want and love to know about Adolfo Dominguez
Spanish luxury fashion label Adolfo Dominguez has opened its flagship store at the Paragon. Known for its relaxed resort style and artisticlooking evening wear, the brand targets confident and chic women with refined sensibilities. Clothes range from $34 for a piece of jewellery to $1,189 for a dress. Adolfo Dominguez is located at Paragon Shopping Centre, #02-37. For the working mom Not all mothers have the luxury of staying at home for extended periods of time. For the mom who powers up the boardroom, or has to attend a cocktail party before coming home, these beautifully powerful yet feminine getups from Shanghai Tang ($620- $2165), such as the Silk Sleeveless Dress or the Pleated Lace Qipao, are our hot favourites to enhance her figure.
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here are many types of mothers and not all the typical Mother’s Day offerings out there suit your mom. We’ve compiled a list of fashion items you can consider getting for your mother, for her to doll up before you take her to dinner.
For the mom who likes bling Treat your mother to a sparkling bauble this Mother’s Day with these collections from Citigems and Goldheart, with diamonds and semi-precious stones set in white gold and silver. Bring a smile to your mother’s face with these accessories. Goldheart even has a range of jade jewellery ($198-$488) in modern designs should your mother prefer traditional pieces with a touch of class.
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For the mom on the go Walking around all day, running errands from picking up the kiddies to going to the supermarket, your mother needs comfy footwear to go about her business. Ecco has launched their Summer/Spring 2013 collection featuring pastel shades in ballet flats, court shoes and casual wedges. The Ecco Mind, a weekend lace-up shoe made out of the softest camel leather, comes with two pairs of laces, one in cream and another in a bright shade. The shoe comes in the colours of black, fuchsia, ‘medieval’ and shadow white, and in sizes ranging from 36 to 41.
For the mom who likes the finer things If your mother is somewhat of a socialite, or simply likes to see and be seen, take her to Pois or the newly-opened Adolfo Dominguez boutique for a spot of evening wear shopping. She will enjoy both the company and the options. Creative Director of Adolfo Dominguez, Tiziana Dominguez, injects her artistic aesthetic as a painter and sculptor to design the prints and accessories, resulting in unique patterns on luxurious fabrics such as shiny satin with a lace overlay. Dresses range from $429 to $1,189. Both of these stores are located at Paragon. For the mom who treats herself well Kids, you don’t have to get your mom lingerie. Mothers, this one is for you. Feeling good on the inside makes you more confident on the outside. Say oui, to the newlyopened French lingerie brand Etam, with sweet yet sexy prints and designs. Or, for comfortable and nude body wear that moulds to your curves, try the new Triumph Body Makeup range that comes in soft shades and natural tones. W
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I.T Group Opens
Multilabel fashion concept store I.T, a Hong Kong-based conglomerate, will launch their flagship store in Wisma Atria this coming June. I.T brings nine avant garde brands new to Singapore: izzue, b + ab, 5cm, tout a coup, fingercroxx, Venilla suite, as know as de base, mysty woman and Pageboy. These innovative brands are targeted at fashion forward adults. I.T’s flagship store will be on the third floor of Wisma Atria.
Dockers
Dockers unveils their new face, Max Loong, for their Spring/ Summer 2013 line. “It has been an amazing journey as Singapore’s first brand ambassador for Dockers. I am delighted and honoured to be rocking Dockers new collection… I simply love their new line!” says Max. Dockers carries a line of easy-to-wear menswear that takes you from work to play.
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Rider Slippers
Rider launches its latest range under the R Line ($29.90-$32.90), designed for comfort and movement in walking. Coming in vibrant shades, its technology helps restore and cool your feet after your everyday sport activities. The slightly raised front design of the slipper also helps to withstand slippage, which makes this a great option to slip into after a swim in the pool or even a shower in the gym. Available at Royal Sporting House stores and other authorised dealers.
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Violet’s
Bombastic tapas from the Bay of Biscay
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Long-time tapas joint Octapas has launched a new menu, Bay of Biscay Calamares en su Tinta
surprises So you think you know Peranakan cooking and Violet Oon? How about Buah Keluak Pasta? Try that and more at Violet's Kitchen By Cheryl Chia Kuay Pie Tee
Churros con chocolate
“With live music, sangria, food, and with the restaurant overlooking the Singapore River, the ambience of Octapas makes for a great chill out venue after work.”
I’ve walked past Octapas countless times at Clarke Quay but I have never tried the food until the launch of the new menu and, I must say, it is not bad. With live music, sangria, food, and with the restaurant overlooking the Singapore River, the ambience of Octapas makes for a great chill out venue after work. Inspired by Chef Javier Lecumberri’s – who hails from San Sebastian, Spain – life in the Basque county, the Bay of Biscay menu serves up rustic Northern Spanish treats. The Lubina en Salsa Verde ($17.50) features sea bass with a flaky texture, seasoned with sea salt and pepper, swimming in salsa verde sauce with two pieces of mussels sitting atop the fish. I liked the Pechuga de Pato ($20), a Basque take on the Pechuga de Pato
French duck l’orange. The tender pan-seared duck was complimented with a citrussweet orange sauce with orange peel garnish. Thumbs up on this one. The Calamares en su Tinta ($15) was a bit of a disappointment. I was particularly looking forward to this calamari dish in squid ink sauce but the squid was overdone, resulting in a mushy texture. Perhaps that might have been a one-off error. The Valenciana Paella ($40-$60) is huge and can easily feed a table of four to five people. They also have an extensive tapas menu that includes Calamares a la Parilla ($16) – grilled squid with lemon juice and Berenjena Tostada ($9.50). You can also satisfy your sweet tooth with Churros Con Chocolate ($10) – fried Spanish crullers with chocolate sauce on the side. I liked that one but I was disappointed with the absence of cinnamon sugar on the churros. Although there were hits and misses, altogether, Octapas is still worth a try. Octapas is located at Block D, Clarke Quay, #01-08, River Valley Road, Singapore 179023. Tel: 6837 2938.
“The Chilli Crab Pizza marries meaty shreds of crab with mozzarella cheese, with a hint of heady chilli crab paste on a thin crust.”
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ou may know exjournalist Violet Oon, renowned for her Peranakan cooking in her Western-looking bistro. The industrial and airy space at Bukit Timah Road has gotten a menu facelift, infusing Peranakan ingredients with Western-style serving.
Revamp from Tradition "Technically, I work for my children. My name is just on the sign," she says with a laugh, as she credits her two children for helping with the revamp. She recalls fondly of how she thought her daughter's suggestion of serving food on wooden chopping boards was un-classy and had her reply, "Mom, this
Good things in small packages Da Paolo Gastronomia has petite sweet treats to please
of lemon curd followed by a soft-baked meringue. This makes a delightful zesty treat for an afternoon tête-à-tête. Neapolitan The Neapolitan features a winning trio of chocolate frosting, vanilla frosting and raspberry curd on a moist butter cupcake. Cupcake in a Cone Or, wow the little ones with Gastronomia’s butter cupcakes served in a wafer cone and crowned with bright-coloured swirl frosting and sprinkles. The Cupcake in a Cone is only available at the Paragon, Bukit Timah and Katong outlets. Mini Cupcakes Also available in mini sizes, these adorable, pretty, bite-sized pleasures are ideal as gifts or for parties.
Established Italian gourmet deli and fine foods purveyor Da Paolo Gastronomia presents a scrumptious new range of little pleasures for the sweet-toothed. These delicious treats include double-frosted cupcakes and mini desserts, and are available at Da Paolo Gastronomia outlets island-wide. DOUBLE-TOPPED CUPCAKES, DOUBLE THE FUN Fall in love with Gastronomia’s latest selection of cupcakes featuring an indulgent double frosting. Prices are: $4 each, $7.50 for two; $3.80 for Cupcake in a Cone, $7 for two. Cookies & Vanilla A surprise awaits as this layered creation consists of an Oreo cookie centre topped with chocolate and crushed Oreo icing, and a second layer of frosting made with Vanilla and Oreo. Marshmallow & Chocolate Gastronomia’s best-selling rich chocolate cupcake now packs a punch with an extra topping of fluffy marshmallow coated with chocolate ganache for a touch of decadence. Lemon & Meringue Be tempted with a classic butter cupcake topped with a layer
Gran Bollito Misto
Revel in true and traditional flavours of Italy
Why would you need to go all the way to Italy to relish authentic and traditional Italian specialities, when inITALY brings the best from Italian kitchens to you?
MINI DESSERTS Gastronomia unveils nine of the brand’s much celebrated and favourite desserts in a new miniature version. Choose from Tiger Skin Roll, Triple Chocolate Mousse, Panna Cotta & Berries, Tiramisu, Black Forest, Berry Cheese Crumble, Crème Caramel, White Chocolate Yoghurt Crumble and Crème Brulee. Each of these costs $5.90 to $6.50
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Chef Mario Caramella
Da Paolo Gastronomia, 43 Jalan Merah Saga, Chip Bee Gardens, #01-74; 501 Bukit Timah Road, #01-01; 1 Kim Seng Promenade, Great World City, #B1-03/04; 290 Orchard Road, Paragon, #B1-20; 2 Marina Boulevard, The Sail, Tower 2, #01-15; 1 Maju Avenue, myVillage, #01-09, 6 Battery Road, #K1-01; 112 East Coast Road, i12 Katong, #B1-21, www.dapaolo.com.sg
The chef's own Caramella Selection wines
Crispy Duck with Pistachio Sauce
The first thing you might notice when you enter inITALY Bar Ristorante is the mural sketches on various parts of the walls. These sketches of olive trees and such, by the chef’s wife, conjure up the impression that you are truly dining in a restaurant in Italy. InITALY is an expression of Chef Mario Caramella’s personality and culinary tastes. Prior to this, most recently, Chef Mario was Chef Patron of the award-winning restaurant, Forlino. InITALY’s menu is a showcase of the classic cucina Italiana, or Italian kitchen, with Chef Mario’s personal touch. A great start Our day was already made perfect when we started our authentic Italian gastronomic
experience with a bowl of Raspadura ($7) – finely-shaven Lodigiano cheese flakes. The slices are shaven so thinly, the cheese almost melts in your mouth. It was already a promising start, with one good thing after another. The Gnocco Fritto (Italian beer bread) with Salsa Verde (both at no cost) freshly made with herbs, lemon juice and olive oil, was both chewy and crispy at the right parts and whet our appetite for more good things to come. This pleasing snack was followed by Cous Cous alla Trapanese ($26), a tasty cous cous salad with raw Sicilian tuna and citrus vinaigrette. To call it a cous cous salad doesn’t do it justice. The flavours were nothing short of ambrosial and sent us on the way to Italian heaven, though we had just started. This is my second favourite dish of the day. Though other dishes had been served, like a husband returning home to his wife, I kept going back to it. Perhaps that’s why cooking is so important to Italian families.
Traditional Classics & New Takes Fresh from the oven came the classic-looking Crostino ($20), of thin focaccia with melted Taleggio cheese, prosciutto, black olives and radicchio tardive (a European herb vegetable). The prosciutto (cured Parma ham) is also finely shaven. Each bite has just the right dose of flavour. If each dish was an everhigher level of heaven attained, the Crispy Duck with Pistachio Sauce ($38, off-the-menu special) must have been the crescendo, or seventh heaven. The pistachio sauce, pumpkins and raisins perfectly complemented the tender duck confit. This is not on the menu, so be sure to ask for it. With all the rave reviews Chef Mario has been getting for this dish, including from us, he is fairly convinced that he will have it on the menu in the next change. For a Grand Feast The Gran Bollito ($28) was another interesting and flavourful dish that is traditional mixed boiled beef, veal, pork, chicken, veal tongue and vegetables. This
is the trend now." Atypical from Peranakan cuisine that’s served in floral china and porcelain bowls, the clearly Western minimalist take on the serving style helps give the cuisine a fresh update. The Buah Keluak Pasta ($23) infuses the earthy decadence of the buah keluak with mouthsearing slices of chilli padi that cut through the richness of the buah keluak. The Chilli Crab Pizza ($27) marries meaty shreds of crab with mozzarella cheese, with a hint of heady chilli crab paste on a thin crust. It has already been voted the most popular dish on the revamped menu since its launch. We had two slices of it just to put out the fire in our mouths from the pasta! Only because we bit into a chilli seed. If you like spice, the chillicoated Sambal Eggplant ($9) features soft and chewy eggplants sitting in a sambal stir-fry which is great with a bowl of steamed white rice. The Spicy Winged Bean Salad ($11) also known as kacang botol, comprises raw slices of winged bean tossed in sambal belacan sauce - lime juice, dried prawns and sugar. Julienned raw shallots and dry fried grated coconut called kerisik complete this old time dish, if you’re craving for traditional fare. Contemporary to Classic Inspired by her trip to the United States of America, the Chicken Tenders with two dips ($15) are
dish was historically served for Italian royalty and reserved for special occasions. Chef Mario’s modern take on this scales it down to individual portions, and it is served with a selection of parsley sauce, sweet and sour tomato sauce, chutney and horseradish. If this is still not enough for you and your party, you can order the Beef Fiorentina that comes in a portion for four to five people ($258). This imposing signature dish consists of oven-roasted 1.5kg of select Porterhouse Rangers Valley Angus Beef with sautéed porcini mushrooms, peperonata, crushed potatoes and rucola salad. This grand dish will make it a feast fit for a king. Wines from Piemonte “Italian food goes with Italian wine, not water,” stresses Chef Mario. To that end, Chef Mario presents his own ‘Caramella Selection’ range of wines, to perfectly pair with his cuisine. Each wine hails from the private harvest of boutique wine growers in Piemonte, Italy, and is personally tasted and selected by Chef Mario before being bottled. Chef Mario’s initial portfolio encompasses five quintessential Piemontese wines: Barolo, Barbaresco, Nebbiolo d’Alba, Dolcetto d’Alba and a Moscato d’Asti. I was particularly happy with my glass of Moscato d’Asti 2011 D.O.C ($12 per glass, $68 per bottle), which is sweet and aromatic, with great balance. This one was a lovely wine with wonderful harmony, good to be enjoyed at any time of the day. inITALY Bar Ristorante, 38 Craig Road, Singapore 089676, Tel: 6423 0918, E-mail: reservations@initaly.asia Cous Cous alla Trapanese
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We catch up with the founder of 2am:dessert bar and 2am:lab, Janice Wong, on her recent endeavours at the World Gourmet Summit By Cheryl Chia Chef Janice Wong burst into the culinary scene in 2005. She has since blossomed into a successful chef and entrepreneur with her brand, 2am. Janice's inventive desserts are applauded by some of the world’s most celebrated chefs, from French chocolatier-patissier Chef Pierre Hermé to Spanish chefrestaurateurs Chef Juan Mari and Chef Elena Arzak. The sole female chef at the 2013 World Gourmet Summit, she created edible chocolate outfits for the Hearts On Fire Edible Fashion Show. When asked if she is amazed by her achievements, she modestly shakes her head and says, "When I was 22, I had a dream and I risked everything to keep creating without reference. I just keep going and do not look back.” When I spoke to Janice in 2009, she spoke of starting her own cookery school. In 2011, she made it happen with 2am:lab. Janice is in the midst of updating her 2am:dessert bar menu with a new dessert inspired by her travels to Japan.
Buah Keluak Pasta
Chilli Crab Pizza
golden fried chicken tenders with truffle mayonnaise and a spicy in-house BBQ sauce with limau kesturi and chilli padi. This is a great savoury delight to share. She also serves Hamburger and Fries ($25) with juicy Angus beef patties, her own homemade onion relish, Gruyere cheese, arugula and mushrooms, which will leave you hankering for more. The Chicken Lemak ($21) would hit the spot if you love your rendangs and your curries. Classic Peranakan treats of Kuay Pie Tee ($18) and Tauhu Goreng ($13) are also available on the menu. sweet endings If you like your desserts rich, try the Kuay Bengkah ($9), a dense
tapioca cake with coconut milk drizzled with gula melaka, and more coconut milk. It reminded us of a thicker version of the Filipino bibingka, a rice cake with grated coconut. We’d suggest sharing this one. It’s a bit jelat. The Leche Flan ($9) – Violet affectionately calls this the “leceh” flan, a play on the pronunciation of leche (lay-chay), a Singlish word for troublesome – a Mexican custard dessert topped with red fruit, is also a must-try. Thick slices of firm custard when paired with the tart red fruit made for a sweet ending. Beware, both desserts are quite filling. W Violet Oon's Kitchen, 881 Bukit Timah Road. Tel: 6468 5430
“We are creating an ume or umeshu pink dessert that would remind one of a cotton candy Spring garden,” she says. To budding chefs, she says, “Just dare to dream." Janice Wong won Pastry Chef of the Year in the recent World Gourmet Series Awards of Excellence 2013.
Chef Janice Wong
Chris and Kaz, founders of TBB
Get ready to indulge in a gastronomic delight at Lawry’s The Prime Rib as they have launched their weekend brunch
Grilled Wagyu Quarter Pounder Burger
Brunch with Mother at Lawry’s The Prime Rib Dessert Sampler
In conjunction with Mothers’ Day, Lawry’s The Prime Rib is now offering a weekend brunch. Show your appreciation for your Mum by bringing her to enjoy a delightful and sumptuous four-course brunch with great ambience and a unique selection of dishes specially-created by their executive chef. Treat your mother to a luxurious spread of tasty Western dishes to savour on a lazy weekend afternoon. You and mom can try their light Famous Original Spinning Bowl Salad for starters, and take a pick out of three scrumptious appetisers: fresh Canadian oyster shooters, cream of black truffle mushroom, or Hokkaido scallops. Both of you will be spoilt for choice, as you can pick from four exquisite, tantalising mains. The Oven Baked Nova Scotia Atlantic Lobster with Pancake Stack will
put you in a celebratory mood with its mango salsa, bacon, sausage, maple syrup and berries compote, at $88. Or, wolf down a Grilled Wagyu Quarter Pounder Burger, which comes with the standard Wagyu beef patty, cheese, vegetables, mushroom omelette and fries, at $88. Satisfy your taste buds with the Hungarian Foie Gras Pizza, consisting of cheddar, mozzarella cheese and arugula $78; or try the Pan Seared Barramundi Fillet, at $78. For the less adventurous eaters, they can stick to the Classic Eggs Benedict, with the English muffin, chicken ham, poached egg, grilled white asparagus, grilled tomato halves, creamed spinach and hash brown with hollandaise sauce, at $78. End off your four-course brunch with a satisfying Cappuccino Chocolate Mille Crepe Cake,
Homemade Almond Cherry Scone, Italian Coffee or Gryphon Artisan Teas. If you have not dined at Lawry’s, this is a good time to check out their delectable offerings. With every two brunch sets ordered, diners will receive a limited edition Lawry’s olive wood curve spatula (worth $25) by the renowned Jean Dubost Laguiole of France. Your mother will also receive a goodie bag. What's more, participate in their “My Marvellous Mum Contest” and win attractive prizes from Scanpan, Spa Artisan, Exquisite, and of course, Lawry’s dining vouchers. Lawry’s Weekend Brunch is available every weekend starting from May 11 and 12, from 11.30am to 4pm. The Mother’s Day Dinner is available on May 11 and 12 from 5pm to 10.30pm. Lawry’s The Prime Rib, Mandarin Gallery, 333A Orchard Road, #04-01/31, Singapore 238897, Tel: 6836 3333, E-mail: reservations@lawrys.com.sg Oven Baked Nova Scotia Atlantic Lobster with Pancake Stack
After work chill out spot Tiong Bahru Bar makes a great after work chill out spot with good food and drinks
Wagyu Beef Burger
Seafood Paella
By Cheryl Chia Chicken Croquette
The Tiong Bahru area has been hyped to death, I know. But this 4,000 sq ft bar on Seng Poh Road comes complete with 400 different types of beer, wine and champagne. Tiong Bahru Bar (TBB) opened last year on Christmas Eve and has developed a relaxed and minimalist vibe, compared to the zi-char stall that first inhabited the space. TBB was started by Chris Chong and Kaz Sajimin, both with a strong background in the business. They wanted to create a place for friends to catch up. Chris says, “We wanted a place that friends and their guests would find comfortable, a place where they can chill for hours on end, a place where they would feel at home whether they come in their t-shirts and berms or their power suits.” Apart from being a watering hole, it also serves an extensive menu of mains and bar food. They serve tapas such as the Chicken Croquettes ($8), creamy béchamel, potato and chicken-filled croquettes with aioli, and the Chicken Wings ($12), deep fried to a crisp and paired with a mouth-searing chilli sauce. You should try these. If you prefer seafood, their Garlic
“this 4,000 sq ft bar on Seng Poh Road comes complete with 400 different types of beer, wine and champagne.” Gambas ($14) is a savoury dish. We also loved their Magic Fries ($8), shoe-string fries covered in a secret blend of house spices, which also comes as a side dish with most of their mains. Their Wagyu Burger ($28), however, was a disappointment as the meat was overdone, resulting in a dry and crumbly patty. The King Prawn Pasta ($18) covered in spicy tomato sauce tossed with king prawns and bell peppers fared much better. The prawns were succulent and tasty. If you are very hungry, order the Seafood Paella ($38) for that carb fix you need.
The extensive bar also has a large range of house mojitos; we loved the Blancito ($14), a classic mojito laced with French beer Kronenbourg Blanc. The clean and floral taste cuts right through the sweetness of the mojito. Order a couple of these during happy hour for a mere $10. TBB has other special mojitos such as the Granny Smith Mojito ($14) and a Mix Berries Mojito ($14). Happy hour starts daily from noon to 7pm. TBB, 3 Seng Poh Road, #01-01, Singapore 168891, Tel: 6438 4380
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Taiwan treats Nam Ho has a fascinating trip to Taiwan. Why not go? Read on to see some of the many treats in store
Taiwan is A relatively short journey from Singapore, and it has lots to offer. From the scenic parks to the cultural villages, to the shopping malls and the night markets, you’ll never be short on things to do there. Nam Ho Travel Service Singapore Pte Ltd, which received a Taiwan Tourism Award for Contribution to the Promotion of Taiwan Tourism last year, has created an EightDay Taiwan Unbeatable Fun tour to show you the best of the country.
Best of Taiwan In this package, you get to jet off to the capital and see the tallest skyscraper, Taipei 101, for shopping and dining. You can also visit the observation deck with a great view. After that, see the iconic Xi Men Ting, a popular shopping area among the young. Accommodation in a five-star hotel is provided. Historic Sites You’ll also be taken to Yilan, to the Martyr’s Shrine, to view the elaborate hourly change-of-guard ceremony. Also see the Shilin Presidential Residence, the former home of Chang Kai Shek. The same afternoon, you’ll also get to see Chiufen, the filming site of the production The City of Sadness. Try the mouth-watering local dishes such as the taro and sweet potato balls.
2013 balloon fiesta After two years of tremendous success, the Taiwan International Balloon Fiesta in Taitung will again return for a memorable one in 2013. Nam Ho Travel has included this into their itinerary. Do not worry as tickets are inclusive in the package! The 2013 Taiwan International Balloon Fiesta has been planned to be even brighter, to attract even more visitors. Many fun activities are being held in conjunction with the fiesta, which includes hot air balloon exhibitions, hot air balloon experience, starlight carnival, lightshow concert, outdoor sports games, and hot air balloon souvenirs stalls. The number of balloons set up for the daily tethering experiences has been increased to seven. The first concert will take place on the evening of May 31 at Zhihang Air Force Base in Taitung. In addition to the resplendent sight of hot air balloons floating in the night sky, the military band will perform in a unique, powerful lightshow concert. What are you waiting for?
Nam Ho Travel Service Singapore Pte Ltd, Pearl Centre #01-14/16/18, 100 Eu Tong Sen Street, Singapore 059812, Tel: 6221 8433, www.namho.com.sg
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Flying can be stressful even for seasoned travellers, much less for people who travel infrequently. Here’s how British Airways helps
Stress-free travel
with British Airways “relaxed, quick checkin services, and great on-board facilities...”
Being on flights can be tiring and stressful for most people, and sometimes, that can even turn exciting getaways into a nightmare. To avoid such unpleasant feelings or scenarios, consider flying British Airways, which offers relaxed, quick check-in services, and great on-board facilities to make travelling stress-free. From award-winning Changi to Heathrow Many have the luxury of flying from Singapore’s award-winning Changi Airport, which has been again named SkyTrax’s World’s Best Airport 2013. After checking in with British Airways, passengers can explore the
tranquil thematic outdoor gardens or take a snooze in one of the dedicated napping areas. What’s more, all British Airways flights from Singapore to or via London now land at London Heathrow Airport’s Terminal 5, which was awarded SkyTrax’s World’s Best Terminal 2013. With flights departing from an excellent airport and a terrific terminal, Singaporeans will receive firstclass service on the ground. Pleasant air travel In the air, British Airways strives to provide a calm in-flight experience for all passengers, so that they can travel and land peacefully. Each aircraft is fitted with British Airways’ nextgeneration First class, and the
popular Club World cabin where passengers can rest on the fullyflat beds. For the busy professionals who only get to catch movies during flights, all cabins come with the latest inflight entertainment, on wider screens. There are over 230 TV programmes, 70 films and more than 400 audio and radio selections for passengers’ viewing pleasure. Customised and prompt customer service British Airways customers will also enjoy a new level of customer service in the air as senior cabin crew are issued with iPads that enable them to tap into customer preferences and previous travel arrangements. This helps them
to provide uniquely personalised service for repeat customers. The iPads update just before take-off and as soon as the plane lands, so that any customer service issues which may have arisen in the air can immediately be followed up by colleagues on the ground. For a peaceful flight, it is essential to stay hydrated and eat regular, healthy meals to stay energised and to reduce stress levels. In this aspect, British Airways has done extensive work to present the perfect menus to suit all their valued customers. While flying, passengers can also choose to recline and enjoy the quintessential British cup of tea. British Airways has partnered with Twinings to develop a unique tea blend which is designed to taste the same at altitude as it does on the ground. Priority for families with children British Airways knows how frazzled and weary parents can become when flying with children in tow, so British Airways offers extra assistance for families with young children on all long-haul flights, with special child-friendly menus, entertainment packs and more. Also, it books family seats before the check-in opening, so that families sit together when they are flying. Every year, over 1.5 million children travel with British Airways and the airline is continuing to invest in new products and services to keep its younger customers entertained. For example, Heathrow
Efficient & luxurious Terminal 5 All British Airways flights from Singapore to or via London now arrive at Terminal 5, the airline’s exclusive state-of-the-art home at London Heathrow. With 96 fast bag drops and self-service kiosks, one can check in and clear security more quickly. The building’s design lends itself to a forward moving flow of people, leading to fewer delays, better baggage performance and shorter waiting times between flight connections. Upon departure, customers can indulge at the Elemis spa at the exclusive Galleries Club lounges with treatments including facials, massages and specialist therapies delivered on Intelligent Massage Chairs. W For more information, visit www.ba.com
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Avoid queues by checking in online About 80 per cent of passengers check in via ba.com, so customer service staff will be around to assist passengers, rather than behind a desk. Now, customers can check in by logging on to www.ba.com/mobile on their mobile phones to access the British Airways timetable, as well as to select seats and checkin individuals, groups and families for departure or return flights. Sleep Everyone knows that a good night’s sleep before travelling makes a difference in your energy levels, so remember to get enough shut-eye. Book your seat in advance British Airways passengers can also choose and book their seats in advance online instead of waiting to be allocated seats by the airline check-in counter at the airport.
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Enjoy yourself and relax in a luxury villa with a private pool in Koh Samui, at only US$35 per person, per night. Unbelievable? It’s for real
Live it up in a gorgeous villa at a real steal Baan Ling Noi, named “one of the most luxurious villas on Koh Samui” by jet-set magazine, Elite Traveler, is offering special rates to clients this summer, starting from as low as US$35 per person, per night. Special Rates From Apr 1 to Jun 30, guests can enjoy a special rate for the entire villa of US$280 per night, excluding tax, service and daily continental breakfast. This is unbelievable value for an unbelievably gorgeous place. Up to eight people can sleep in the villa, in four spacious double bedrooms. Rates during peak season, from Jul 1 to Aug 31, are also very competitive at US$400 per night plus tax, service and daily breakfast. The rates drop back down to US$280 per night ++ from Sep 1 to Dec 20.* Stunning villa The spacious open-plan villa, located in what locals refer to as “Millionaire’s Row” in Bophut Hills, is fronted by a totally private infinity-edge pool, overhanging tropical landscaped gardens and green jungle below. Around the pool area, each of the four air-conditioned, ensuite bedrooms (three doubles and a twin bedroom) has “his & hers” wash basins, rainforest
The Sala and Infinity Pool with an incomparable view
showers and separate toilets. All the rooms are furnished with top quality materials. The large terrace, surrounded by tropical, colourful gardens, provides the perfect spot for sunbathing or relaxing with a book and a refreshing drink. Guests can also make use of free Wi-Fi and a large flat screen TV and DVD player. dedicated service Baan Ling Noi is serviced around the clock by a live-in couple who keep the house and bedrooms clean, do the laundry and prepare breakfast.*** For the ultimate indulgence, guests can hire a private chef who will cook wonderful Thai food. They may also enjoy a relaxing massage by the pool – all this for just a small extra charge.
beautiful area Baan Ling Noi or “Little Monkey House”, has been featured in various luxury travel magazines. Writers and guests love its stunning interiors and panoramic views over Koh Samui’s scenic North Coast. Baan Ling Noi is just ten minutes away from white sand beaches, the Fisherman’s Village, supermarkets, 24-hour convenience stores and golf clubs. For enquiries and reservations, contact Susan Field (owner) at Tel: +852 2521 1498 or Email: susanfield140@gmail.com *Special rates exclude agency commission **All rates subject to tax & service charge at 17% ***Continental breakfast charged at US$5 per person, per day.
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Coenzyme Q10 gives multiple benefits
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Coenzyme Q10 enhances your body’s cellular energy production, strengthens your heart, and is an antioxidant. What reason do you have not to get it?
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Even though CoenzymeQ10 is a lesser known substance compared to its contemporaries such as Omega 3, it is no less important, serving functions in energy production, heart health and anti-oxidant activity. What CoQ10 is Coenzyme Q10, or CoQ10 for short, is a naturally-occurring, fat-soluble antioxidant that plays a fundamental role in supporting cellular energy production and maintenance. As its name suggests, a coenzyme is something that helps enzymes work to digest food and perform other body processes, and they help protect the heart and skeletal muscles too. It is found throughout the body, but is present in larger quantities in tissues with high energy requirements such as the heart and skeletal muscles. COQ10, mitochondria and energy production The body’s energy comes from mitochondria, which exist in every cell in the body and supply energy
to carry out all the processes of the cell. When food is ingested, the energy from carbohydrates, fats and proteins is released via metabolic pathways whereby foods are broken down into carbon dioxide and water. In another process, some energy is converted by mitochondria, also considered the cell’s ‘powerhouse’, to produce another high-energy chemical called Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP). ATP is the major energy source of cells and drives many biological processes, and CoQ10 acts as an essential molecule-carrier assisting in ATP production, helps stabilise the cell membrane, and therefore preserves cellular integrity and function. There are three main sources of CoQ10. One of them is endogenous synthesis, which means that it is made in the body. The other ways are through food intake and supplement intake. CoQ10 is naturally present in meat, fish, vegetables and dairy products, and its levels are higher in organ meats such as liver, and in oily fish such as salmon and tuna. Absorption and functions CoQ10 occurs within the body in two chemical forms - oxidised (ubiquinone) and reduced (ubiquinol). Most people can utilise CoQ10 in its oxidised form, although it is possible that the bioavailability (the extent to which a substance is taken up by a specific tissue or organ after it is administered) and absorption may be greater with the ubiquinol. CoQ10 is absorbed more efficiently when it is formulated in soft-gel capsules with CoQ10 in oil suspension as CoQ10 is fatsoluble and its absorption follows the same process as that of lipids. Therefore, absorption of CoQ10 is
better if taken with a meal. CoQ10 works specifically in the cells of nerves in the heart and brain, and is especially active in the liver, helping with enzyme and hormone production, and in the breakdown of toxins. As an antioxidant, it protects the body from damage caused by harmful molecules. Why take CoQ10 supplements? As we age, our natural ability to produce CoQ10 declines, so making it part of our dietary intake or supplementation becomes more important than before. A nutritional deficiency of CoQ10 can affect muscle status, circulation, cardiovascular health, blood pressure and severely deplete the immune system. CoQ10 also acts as an antioxidant and free radical scavenger and helps maintain peripheral circulation. For cholesterol therapy Statin drugs, which are used to control cholesterol levels, deplete CoQ10 stores in the body, therefore CoQ10 supplementation may help to replenish these stores. CoQ10 is not intended to replace Statin therapy; neither should you discontinue taking any prescribed medications while taking CoQ10 supplements. A note of caution – it is also not to be
taken by anyone using a bloodthinning drug such as warfarin. Consider buying CoQ10 from Holland & Barrett, as it is the UK’s leading supplier of vitamins, minerals and supplements, and they offer a range of natural health products of high quality at the best value-for-money price. CoQ10 30mg / 50 tablets retails at $33.90 while the 30mg / 100 tablets retails at $69.90. Each 30mg / capsule contains 30mg of CoQ10, so you can be sure that you’re getting your money’s worth. It also comes in 120mg / 30 capsules in a box at $99.90. The above-mentioned CoQ10 range of products are now retailing at two for the price of one. One’s health and general wellbeing is crucial, and Holland
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Health products
for your mother A mother is often the cog in a healthy family unit. Show your appreciation to yours this Mother’s Day with health products for her
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other’s Day is celebrated in more than 46 countries around the world. Though it may occur at different times of the year, or on different dates in May, what is universal is the recognition of mothers’ selfless contributions to their families and their care for, and upbringing of, their children. They shoulder tremendous burdens and responsibilities that men need not bear, cook well so that we will stay strong and healthy, and worry for our examinations during our educational process. Doing all this can take a toll on the health of your mother. That is why, health supplements are good to help in the care of her health or wellbeing.
Mother’s Day is a great opportunity to show our gratitude to our long-suffering moms for bearing with our tantrums when we were growing up, and their continual presence in our lives. For Mother’s Day, MyLustre has offers several products specially formulated for older women – Lustre Women’s Plus capsules, Lustre Hi Grade Collagen, and Lustre Skin Pro tablets. Women’s Plus for Menopause or Pre-Menopause Lustre Women’s Plus capsules are made from specially selected Asian herbs such as pueraria mirifica – a unique herb only found in Thailand – which is rich in phytoestrogen and helps balance female hormones in
ageing women. Women’s Plus capsules also contain grape seed extract, and Vitamin C to help control pre-menopausal and menopausal symptoms, improve sleep quality as well as overall wellness. Older mothers are likely to feel more energetic and calm after taking this supplement, and find welcome relief from menopausal symptoms such as mood swings and hot flushes. Other benefits include improved cholesterol levels, bust line enhancement, better cleavage and healthier sexual function. Lustre Women’s Plus is recommended for career women who need more energy and better quality sleep, pre-menopausal, menopausal and post-menopausal women who want control over their symptoms and women who want fuller breasts, to lift sagging breasts, and to regain the feeling of ‘youth’. It is suitable for women aged 25 and above to attain beautiful,
flawless skin and other female characteristics. Each bottle costs $49 and there are 60 vegetable capsules per bottle. Hi Grade Collagen for Joint Care As women age, creaky joints become a common complaint. Rather than splurging on an extravagant Mother’s Day meal, getting a gift that promotes your mother’s health is more useful, and practical. Collagen is found in many tissues such as in skin, bones, joints, cartilage, hair follicles, nails and all the other connective tissues in our body. Taking two to three tablets of Lustre Hi Grade Collagen a day may help improve one’s joints, hair, nails and connective tissues support. Our body needs collagen daily to replenish collagen depleted through wear and tear, and it constitutes 30 per cent of our body’s proteins. These tablets aid in having moist, supple skin, healthy joints, stronger bones, healthier hair follicles and healthier and stronger nails. Made from 100 per cent
marine fish collagen, each tablet contains 500mg of marinesourced hydrolysed collagen. A bottle costs $33.90. Skin Pro for better skin As the Chinese saying goes, having a senior at home is a gem to the family. With more life experience, some older mothers become calmer, less impulsive and a treasure trove of knowledge and advice. Maintaining good health becomes imperative for your mother, and you should consider getting her Lustre Skin Pro supplements ($58). These are made with properlyformulated ingredients to give maximum efficacy to combat blemished skin and wrinkles. The collagen in it helps with skin repair and regeneration, and the zeaxanthin, lutein, lycopene and Vitamins A, C and E help with UV protection and anti-oxidation. Having her skin’s radiance restored and blood circulation improved will make your mom happy this Mother’s Day. The Vitamin C, citrus bioflavonoids, quercetin and grape seed extract make skin fairer and more even and lightens dark spots, pigmentation and freckles. The recommended dosage is two tablets a day, with the usual six to eight glasses of water needed daily, and mom will be on her way to nourished, firmer and revitalised skin with reduced fine lines and skin protection. W For more information, visit www.mylustre.com or call 6275 4123. MyLustre sells direct to customers through its telesales centre via the hotline, and delivers free to customers’ doorsteps on the same day.
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