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Japan or Korea

Jinju has amazing historic architecture

for first-timers Nam Ho Travel creates the essential tour for first-timers

before proceeding to Seoul. Seoul – Incheon-Singapore Visit the beautiful Changdukgung Palace, the principal palace for the Joseon Kings. Follow the footsteps of the Korean presidents by visiting Cheongwadae Sarangchae to absorb the history of Seoul. You will also visit the N Seoul Tower. End the day with the Nanta Show and shop to your heart’s content at Myeongdong Street before departing for Singapore. The travel period is from Sep 30 to Oct 10.

orea and Japan are both popular locations in their own right and many have already been there. However, there are people who put off going. Nam Ho Travel has specially-designed tours to both countries for first-timers. Immerse yourself in the beauty and culture of North-eastern Asia, without the hassle of planning. The following Korea package is unique, especially catered for flower lovers and for sightseeing. Incheon – Jeonju Nam Ho Travel’s 8-Day Korea

One of the unique Korean traditional dances

Multi-coloured spices in Daegu market

Suncheon Garden Expo 2013 + Jinju Namgang Yudeung Festival package is a good one for starters. Upon arrival at Incheon, you’ll be greeted by a local guide who will take you to one of Korea’s most popular theme parks, the Everland, filled with thrilling rides and shows. In the afternoon, there will be a specially-arranged kimchi making session where you can take your handy-work home. You will then proceed to Jeonju.

Centre where you will see various Korean cultural traditions. Later, proceed to the Jeonju Hanok Village with its beautiful curved roofs and historical charm. In Yeonsu, you’ll be taken to the Turtle Ship Replica Centre – the “turtle” is a kind of warship used by the Korean Navy during the Joseon Dynasty. Lastly, you’ll be taken to the Hamell Museum and Yeonsu Fish Market before resting for the day.

Jeonju – Yeosu Start your stay with a visit to the Jeongu Korean Traditional Culture

Yeosu – Suncheon – Jinju – Daegu The next day, you’ll see Suncheon

Bay Garden Expo 2013, beautiful country gardens and the International Wetland Centre where you can see animals and plants. The Wetland Centre also features freight containers decorated with 160,000 children’s artworks. Proceed to Naganeupseong Folk Village before arriving in Jinju, where you’ll see the Jinju Namgang Yudeung Festival – floating lanterns that carry the wishes of citizens along the Namgang River. Daegu – Pyeongchang Daegu’s major fashion district, Dongseongho Street, is packed with hundreds of stores that reflect the city’s fast-paced fashion apparel at affordable prices. You will also proceed to Pyeongchang in the evening after your shopping spree. Pyeongchang – Seoul Go on a sightseeing gondola ride before embarking on a thrilling day at the Peak Island Water Park. In the afternoon, visit the Pyeongchang Wind Village for ice cream making and sheep feeding

Singapore – Narita/Haneda For a short Japan getaway with the most sightseeing, try this 5D3N Tokyo + Fuji Special JL package from Nam Ho Travel. Arrive at either Narita or Haneda airport before departing for Tokyo. You’ll see Asakusa, Nakamise Shopping Arcade, the iconic Shinjuku, Tokyo Metropolitan Government, the

A view of Mount Fuji from Lake Ashi

Odaiba Island with a mini Statue of Liberty

Imperial Palace and Nijubashi Bridge. Tokyo – Fuji See the picturesque Lake Ashi, Owakudani, Mount Fuji (5th station), Oshino Hakkai and the Gotenba outlet mall. Return to Tokyo for the night. Tokyo – Narita Visit the Makuhari Mitsui outlet mall, Ameyoko, Ginza, Odaiba – Palette Town, Rainbow Bridge, Venus Port and Aqua City, etc. You’ll return to Singapore the next day, after visiting all these places. The travel dates available are from September to November, and the package is priced at $999. Please check with Nam Ho Travel for the latest rates and promotions. W Nam Ho Travel, Pearl Centre, 100 Eu Tong Sen Street, #01-14/16/18, Singapore 059812, Tel: 6221 8433. Visit www.namho.com.sg for more.

Narita does not just have an airport but scenic sites too

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Singapore Favourite

This week’s highlights

Charles Tan &

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31 Jul, 8pm, minimum one drink applies

For This Cycle

12 -21 July, 11am-11pm

In conjunction with the 20th anniversary of the Singapore Food Festival, the Singapore Favourite Food Village celebrates Singapore’s unique food heritage and pays homage to local culinary heroes, with 40 popular local hawkers and eateries showcasing their fare. Savour our local favourites of chilli crab, carrot cake, rojak, laksa, roti prata, popiah and more. Bayfront Avenue (Marina Bay), open field next to Bayfront MRT station *Win Singapore Favourite Food Village NETS FlashPay $7 value cards! See Page 6.

Since his first EP release of The Pelham Sessions, folk artiste Charles Tan has toured and performed support tours with artistes such as Brooke Fraser. He will be performing with Singaporean musician Weiwen, who goes by the moniker "For This Cycle". Timbre @The Substation, 45 Armenian Street, Tel: 6338 8277

Terms & Conditions Until 8 Sep, 10am-7pm (Mon-Sun), 10am-9pm (Fri), free for citizens & PRs; $5, $10

Singapore Art Museum partners Barjeel Art Foundation to present Terms & Conditions, one of Southeast Asia’s first surveys of contemporary art by artists from the Arab world. The exhibition features 16 key works by artists selected to show audiences the emerging art scene in the Arab world, and the representation of history, identities and social realities. Singapore Art Museum, 71 Bras Basah Road

now on Check out these events this weekend and over the next two weeks NEW! Community Chest Orange Day 2013 13 Jul, 11am-9pm Dress up in orange and paint a square on their charity mosaic canvas with every $5 donation. There will be free orange balloons, children's activities, a chance to meet Sharity Elephant, and to stand to win attractive prizes by participating in a colour quiz. Wisma Atria, Level 1 Atrium, 435 Orchard Road NEW! FREE! Festival of Biodiversity 13-14 Jul, 10am-10pm Participate in the festival's activities to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of Singapore’s rich biodiversity, its benefits and relevance to

everyone in Singapore, and find out how you can play a part in conserving the biodiversity. Vivo City Level 1, 1 Harbourfront Walk, Tel: 6377 6860 NEW! FREE! Fun Fiesta 2013 at Marina Barrage 20 & 21 Jul, $12, 1pm-9pm (Sat), 9am-3pm (Sun) In conjunction with Youth Day, Dance.Act.Play Performing Arts Society for the Disabled is organising a two-day carnival for families. They can watch magic shows, take part in a zumba dance workout session, game stalls, kiddie rides, food stalls, water-based activities, and fringe activities. Tickets from Sistic. Marina Barrage, 260 Marina Way, Tel: 6514 5959 NEW! FREE! Food and Electronics Bazaar 2013 19-21 Jul, 11am-9pm Enjoy an amazing range of yummy snacks and meals ranging from local delights to international cuisine at this bazaar, and check out

the electronics available. Singapore Expo, 1 Expo Drive, singaporeexpo.com.sg, Tel: 6319 4020 NEW! Home Away from Home 20 Jul, 10am, $3 (Student & senior citizen) $5 (Adult) Part of the monumental walking tours, this tour will take you to the heritage buildings founded by the three largest Chinese dialect groups in Singapore during the 19th Century, Thian Hock Keng, Ying Fo Fui Kun and Fuk Tak Chi. To register, E-mail nhb_nationalmonuments@ nhb.gov.sg with your name, NRIC, age and contact number. Various locations, www.nhb.gov.sg NEW! FREE! Mongrel 2013: Survivors Until 14 Jul, 10am-7pm (Mon-Fri), 11am-5pm (Sat & Sun) This exhibition features street dogs, rescued dogs and disabled dogs photographed by Traer Scott, an award-winning American fine art photographer and bestselling • Continues on the left after the break

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author, Nicholas Lee, Colleen Goh, and Teo Keng Beng. Proceeds from the sale of the photographs will go to animal welfare groups. The Private Museum, 51 Waterloo Street, #02-06, threelegsgood.org FREE! Snakes and Ladders Until Sep, 9.30am-7pm (Tue-Sun), 1-7pm (Mon) Did you know that snakes cannot move backwards and have very poor hearing? The colourful, creative display simulating a Snakes and Ladders game allows children to learn interesting facts about snakes at this exhibition held in conjunction with the zodiac year of the snake. Singapore Philatelic Museum, 23-B Coleman Street, www.spm.org.sg, Tel: 6337 3888 NEW! Spicy Saturday 13 & 27 Jul, 17 Aug, 10am-12pm, $20 per parent-child pair Parents and children can bond while exploring at the Spice Is Nice exhibition, followed by a walk to Fort Canning Garden to learn about spices, their origins and uses. They can also bring home a special ‘origami spice frame’ craft. E-mail Laura_Tan@nhb.gov.sg or call 6513 7348 to register. Singapore Philatelic Museum, 23-B Coleman Street, www.spm.org.sg, Tel: 6337 3888 NEW! The International Cultural Fiesta 2013 20 Jul, $5 Organised by the Integration Naturalisation Champions of Marina Parade GRC, Mountbatten SMC and Potong Pasir SMCs, the International Cultural Fiesta is back for the second year with added artistry. Marina Bay, The Lawn, 8A Marina Boulevard, Tel: 6329 3535 NEW! FREE! URBAN MOMENTS – PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION Until 30 Aug Win up to $1,000 worth of prizes and stand a chance to be featured in an exhibition at Goodman Arts Centre by participating in a photography competition organised by them and Southeast CDC. The theme is Ecology – People, Nature and Architecture. www.goodmanartscentre.sg/ urbanmoments FREE! Clifford Pier: A Place in our Hearts Until 31 Aug, 10am-10pm daily To celebrate Clifford Pier’s 80th anniversary, The Fullerton Heritage is holding an exhibition featuring the roles this pier has played in Singapore between 1933 and 2006. This is part of the Singapore Memory Project by National Library Board. Clifford Pier, 80 Collyer Quay

Community Chest Online Donation Drive 8-14 Jul Community Chest partners Dealguru Holdings Pte Ltd to host a donation deal at the latter's platform deal.com.sg, where people can buy a $10, $20 or $50 donation voucher deal to donate to social service programmes run by charities under the care of Community Chest. deal.com.sg

FREE! Home: A Solo Exhibition by Sunar Sugiyou 5 Jul-12 Aug, 11am-6pm (MonSat), Sun & public holidays by appointment only This showcase features 30 of Mr Sunar Sugiyou's recent Chinese ink paintings, which will take viewers through an almost forgotten Singapore. His works captures old landscapes and concepts of Singapore as a multi-cultural society, and part of the proceeds from the sale of his artworks will go to Singapore General Hospital Needy Patients Fund. The Fullerton Hotel, East Garden Foyer, 1 Fullerton Square Machine 18-20 Jul, 8pm (Thu-Sat), $25 Written by Tan Tarn How, this chilling production by Orangedot Production takes a hard look at love, sex and romance, and explores the timeless theme of predator and prey in the need-want-desire game of relationships. This performance contains some mature content. Esplanade Theatre Studio, 1 Esplanade Drive Princely Treasures from the House of Liechtenstein Until 29 Sep, 10am-6pm daily, $5.50, $10 91 artworks ranging from paintings, prints, tapestries, sculptures to rare decorative art objects are in Singapore - the first time they are in Southeast Asia. Collected over 500 years, they include significant works by important Flemish artists like Rubens and Anthony van Dyck. Works by other renowned European masters such as Raphael and Lucas Cranach the Elder will also be featured to celebrate the High Renaissance, Baroque, Neo-Classical and Biedermeier. National Museum of Singapore, 93 Stamford Road

FREE! SHINE Youth Festival 2013 Until 28 Jul, various times This year's edition is themed around creating positive impact in the community, and features 40 partner activities and projects across youth culture, sports and activism. Visit shine.nyc.sg for details. World Premiere of Radical Realms 12-14 Jul, 10am-10pm Singapore will be the first to launch Radical Realms, a games platform which combines mobile gaming with offers. Shoppers can play a range of games alone or with friends, and retailers will give virtual offers. Register your account at www.radicalrealms.com 313@Somerset, 313 Orchard Rd Rediscovering Old Serangoon 20 Jul, 9.30–11am, $3 (Student & senior citizen), $5 (Adult) Journey back to old Serangoon to experience the sights, sounds and smells of Little India. E-mail your name, NRIC, age and contact no. to nhb_nationalmonuments@nhb.gov. sg to register. Various locations

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Preserving cherished memories with loved ones has come a long way from the cut and dried photo albums and old school cameras. These days, usually after sifting through a plethora of photos taken with a digital camera, you head down to the photo printers to have them printed, and then have them arranged in a photo album. Instead of going through the trouble of doing that, why not use the handy Photogenie to help you archive your happy memories in a customised photo album, without even leaving your house?

Coming Soon Mark your calendars for these events coming soon NEW! Philippe Gaulier Master Class 5-9 Aug, 10am-4pm, $300 Revolutionary theatre master Philippe Gaulier will be conducting a series of master class sessions on “Bouffons” – a performance genre that originated during the French Renaissance. Sign up for this master class by 19 Jul, as only 30 places are available. Priority will be given to experienced theatre performers. Goodman Art Centre, 90 Goodman Road, Tel: 6337 2525, www.practice.org.sg NEW! FREE! Twelfth Flea 27 Jul, 12pm-6pm Discover hidden treasures and wonders at this flea market with all items below $20, and you can get a Ben & Jerry’s scoop of ice cream with a minimum of $20 spent in a single receipt. There is free parking for vendors. Rochester Mall, Ground Level, 33 Rochester Drive, www.forfleasake.com NEW! FREE! Reloved Market 27 & 28 Jul, 4-10pm There's no limit to the number of bags one can own. Add to your bag collection by picking some up at Reloved Market. MyVillage Level 1, 1 Maju Avenue, www.forfleasake.com, Tel: 6556 2123

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there. Photogenie’s software also has templates in which you can select and insert your photos to create a photo book, making the process even quicker, easier and more fuss-free. You can be assured of getting bookstorequality photo books at Photogenie, as it can tap into the extensive book-making experience and expertise of its parent company, KHL Printing Co Pte Ltd. With free software, a quick and easy

way of creating a personalised photo book of high quality, unique designs and fast delivery, what’s there not to like about Photogenie? Immortalising your favourite moments has never been easier and more convenient. Flipping through a photo book of special occasions in your life, rather than the cumbersome process of creating one, should bring you hours of joy. Visit www.photogenie.com to find out more.

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KidsLight Mentoring ProgramME 16 Jul, 6.30-10pm Volunteers are needed to tutor children from low income families in Primary 4 to 6 Maths and English at this befriending tuition programme, that aims to provide support and guidance to children to help them overcome social, emotional and behavioural issues. Care Corner Family Service Centre, Blk 299B, Tampines Street 22 Ready, Steady, Go: exercise with elderly 15 Jul, 9.15-11.15am Ready, Steady, Go is an exercise for wheelchair bound elderly residents at St. Hilda's Community Services Centre, and volunteers are needed to assist in conducting exercises, wheeling residents, befriending, and guiding the elderly through the session. St. Hilda's Community Services Centre, 10 Jalan Batu, #01-06, www.sthildascsc.org.sg, Tel: 6345 0054 Seated Taichi 12 Jul, 3-5pm A taichi master will be conducting taichi lessons for patients, who will be doing the exercises on their wheelchairs, besides their therapy routine. Volunteer to help to wheel patients, and motivate them to engage in the programme. Ang Mo Kio Thye Hwa Kwan Hospital, 17 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 9

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Power 98 Event Highlight

Power 98 Hot New Experiences:

The Great Steak Debate In the June edition of the Power 98 Hot New Experiences series, over 26 listeners were invited to join in “The Great Steak Debate” at Bistecca Tuscan Steakhouse. This special invitationonly event featured great steaks and wines, where guests were invited to dine and debate on which types of steaks were better. Deejays & Invitations This unique epicurean evening was joined by a few Power 98 DJs including Elliott Danker, Michael Tan and Shareen Wong. DJ Jamie Yeo, who was also present, brought her father as her dining partner. The listeners who were invited had won their places on-air, on the lunchtime and afternoon shows on Power 98FM. GraSS-Fed vs. GrAIN-Fed The first debate of the night was on whether grass-fed or

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Grain-fed vs. grassfed? Which cut of steak is better? A dine and debate event by Power 98 stimulated the mind and the palate By Lester J Wan

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HOSSAN-AH! Celebrating 20 LEONG Years! 1-4 Aug, 4pm (Sun), 4pm & 8pm (Sat), 8pm (Thu, Fri), $17 onward Featuring musical montages, stand-

Community Chest Orange Day 2013 13 Jul, 11am-9pm Donate to the Community Chest's inaugural flag day to help raise funds for their 300,000 beneficiaries and increase public awareness of the causes they support. Island-wide, www.comchest.sg/ orangeday

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FREE! NEW! Photography Symposium 24 & 25 Aug, 9am-5pm Learn photography tips and tricks at this symposium, where keynote speakers will deliver presentations, and there will be thematic breakout groups to hone your skills. E-mail urbanmoments2013@gmail.com with your name, NRIC and contact number to register. www.goodmanartscentre.sg/ urbanmoments

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NEW! Da:ns Festival 2013 11-20 Oct, various prices Don't miss this annual dance festival with dance productions from around the world. You can take part in a range of footwork workshops in a range of dance genres, ranging from salsa hip hop, electro swing, belly dance, bhangra, tango nuevo and more. Tickets from Sistic. Esplanade, 1 Esplanade Drive, www.dansfestival.com

up comedy and even a master class in playing the piano, Hossan Leong celebrates his 20th anniversary in show business recollecting the influences and highlights of his life as a performer. Tickets from Sistic. Drama Centre Theatre, National Library Building, 100 Victoria Street

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NEW! Chinese Theatre Festival 29 Aug – 29 Sep, various times, $28 per performance Threshold, La Naissance, and the classic Mulan and one more theatre piece will be performed at this festival. Tickets from Sistic. The Theatre Practice, Stamford Arts Centre, 155 Waterloo Street, #02-08, Tel: 6337 2525,

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NEW! ASIAN YOUTH ORCHESTRA CONCERT 13-14 Aug, 8pm, $15, $25, $35, $55 As part of their tour across Southeast Asia and East Asia, the acclaimed Asian Youth Orchestra will be playing in Singapore. Their repertoire for the tour will include Brahms Symphony No. 3, Beethoven Symphony No. 5, Sibelius Symphony No. 2 and Weber Der Freischutz Overture under the baton of Richard Pontzious and James Judd, and renowned British cellist Steven Isserlis will be joining the tour. Esplanade Concert Hall, 1 Esplanade Drive, esplanade.com

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grain-fed cattle tastes better. Grain-fed characteristics include being fattier and with more tender meat. More importantly, the steaks tend to be buttery and tastier. Nonetheless, some prefer what they feel is a leaner, fuller flavour of grass-fed steak, though it tends to be less tender. A Cut Above the Rest? Many now know that steak cuts are primarily divided into two categories: prime and secondary cuts. Bistecca’s signature T-bone Fiorentina, prized for its rich flavour, was pit against a “rising star”, the hanging tenderloin. Based on the debates and responses, it seems that it is not so clear which the best steak is. What is clear is that everyone loves a good steak, at least according to their preferred choice of steak.

The evening was peppered with lively banter and mirth. The next Power 98 Hot New Experiences event will be an ice cream making workshop at Tom's Palette, known for local flavours such as Salted Egg Yolk and Pulut Hitam. Tune in to the Ex-Factor this week, weekdays, 5pm-8pm, to win places in the workshop taking place on Jul 21.

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FASH

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FASHIO

Here are some stirrings in the fashion world that you would want, need, and love to know about

SNIPS The Cool Sensation bodydress highlights your figure yet keeps you cool

The royal blue goes well with other darker colours

Boss Orange The new Boss Orange Eyewear collection makes a fashion statement with a pop of colour and with innovative hinge detail on the temples. Functional yet fashionable, the discreet detail contrasts with the frame’s colour.

Inspired by Saunders’ Spring/Summer 2014 mainline menswear

The collection features deeper hues and textile prints

 Shanghai Tang

Shanghai Tang’s Autumn/Winter 2013 features deep royal blue hues with its subtle chinoiserie. We especially love the simple cuts and classic silhouettes from this collection. Visit www. shanghaitang.com for more.

 Marc Jacobs

Marc Jacobs’ new sunglasses from Spring/Summer 2013 are inspired by the Optical art movement in the 1960s with bold frames and edgy colour combinations. This reflects a bold personality and unconventional style.

Some of the details and cuts are inspired by traditional Chinese styles

HOM was presented at London Collections: Men on Jun 17

 HOM by Jonathan Saunders

The 27-piece collection of HOM by Jonathan Saunders features a range of bold shades, classic colour blocks along deeper hues of navy and black, with specially-created textile prints, and an edit of those taken from Jonathan’s Spring/ Summer 2014 mainline menswear collection. Available at select retailers in January 2014.

The shaping bra & high-waist mid-leg girdle will make you look and feel sexier

 Triumph

Say hello to a new level of confidence with the Cool Sensation collection. The perfect marriage of elegance, comfort and function, each piece is crafted from revolutionary Touch Cool fabric that reduces body temperature by 1.27 degrees Celsius.

Goldheart The new limited edition Mode rings from Goldheart come in delicate twist designs in brown gold and blue gold. The shades of deep blues and cognac browns coupled with pavé diamonds make this a great accent piece for your outfit. Visit www.goldheart.com.sg for more.

Wayfarers work just as well on men as they do women. Filigree details, fun shapes and more catwalk styles are designed more with women in mind.

What should one look for in a good pair of sunglasses? Quality is a must. Designer sunglasses will have UV protective lenses – so I’d always advise investing in these.

What is the one pair of sunglasses you should own for all occasions? Aviator shades. They are classic, trans-seasonal and they work just as well for women as they do men. Whether you opt for metal frames or dark tortoise shell, they are sure to lend a cool, relaxed and pared-back look to your outfit.

How should you pick a frame to suit your face shape? I find it’s best to choose a frame that’s the opposite of your face shape. So, if you have a round face, look for square frames; if you have a square jawline, opt for round. Small face shapes should avoid anything too oversized. Heart-shaped faces look great in cat-eye sunglasses.

What is the biggest mistake people make? A common mistake is when people buy trend-led styles that aren’t necessarily right for their face shape. A good pair of sunglasses should flatter you and complete your look.

Eve Thomas The Outnet is a fashion outlet store that sells branded and luxury items online at a discounted price. With the same brains

behind successful luxury shopping website Net-A-Porter, the website carries brands such as Anya Hindmarch (the creator of the “I Am Not A Plastic Bag” totes), bandage dress extraordinaire Herve Leger, DKNY as well as Stella McCartney, to name a few. Recently, The Outnet has added

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luxury eyewear to its range. We speak to Eve Thomas, the styling director of The Outnet, for tips for framing your face with the right pair of sunglasses.

Questions with Eve Thomas, Styling Director of online fashion outlet store The Outnet, gives us a few tips on picking the best sunglasses

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How can you differentiate between male sunglasses and female? Nowadays, a lot of styles are unisex. For instance, Ray Ban

Can you spot any upcoming trends for sunglasses? The ‘60s oversized shape was key for Spring/Summer, as seen at Moschino and Jonathan Saunders. The futuristic cat eye at Erdem was notable for Autumn/Winter.

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Chef Bal Arneson, the Spice Goddess

The sight of the Gula Melaka, Butterscotch & Banana Pancake is enough to make one drool

We speak exclusively to Asian Food Channel chef Bal Arneson, on the must-haves in your kitchen By Cheryl Chia

Spice and

everything nice Coming from Punjab, “Spice Goddess” Bal Arneson has come a long way. She arrived in Canada in her 20s without knowing a word of English or having had any formal education. Chef Bal took up odd jobs in catering to support her young daughter and herself. Her cooking soon became the talk of the town, and she now has her own television show, Spice Goddess with Bal Arneson. What are the spices one must have in the kitchen? You always must have garam masala which is mixture of spices and turmeric powder. It is one of my favourite spice mixtures to use. I have many spices in my pantry but these two are my favourite. Having grown up in Punjab, what dishes do you prepare for your family? Every dish I cooked growing up in Punjab is my favourite. I would cook dishes like sag, corn toties, lentils, vegetables, samosas, gulab jamuns. I loved to eat them all.

How can you incorporate distinctly Indian elements into Western cooking? When I eat Western food, I always think that there is something missing if it does not have a touch of spices. For all the western dishes, I always make sure to incorporate some spices such as cumin, coriander, mustard seeds, curry leaves and turmeric. Indian food is known for being heavy. How can one make Indian food healthy? Traditional Indian food is not heavy at all. For those who are looking to make an Indian dish with a cream base in the sauce, you can always add yoghurt instead of cream – it works exactly the same, but it is much healthier! Spice Goddess 2 is currently airing on the Asian Food Channel.

Brunch

Revolution you’ll love their special house blend of beans from three estates: Teka Burundi, Yirgacheffe Ethiopia and Conquistador Costa Rica. If you miss the now defunct Wok & Barrel, don’t fret, Chef Shen Tan lends her vision to Revolution Coffee with a delectable menu.

The Affogato is a great pick-me-up for the afternoons

Brunch Away If you love your pancakes piled high, try Revolution Coffee’s range of pancakes. We especially like the traditional Pancakes with Gula Melaka Butterscotch and Bananas ($11.90). The bittersweet butterscotch complements the soft pancakes very well. They also have Pancakes with Berry Compote and Crème Chantilly

New Secret

Sensations A unique new range of premium ice creams from Häagen-Dazs, Secret Sensations, is pleasure in a pint

Häagen-Dazs has launched Secret Sensations, a new range of premium ice creams with a tantalising twist: a contrast of textures within one serving. To mark this indulgent range, Häagen-Dazs has collaborated with Zachary De Git from the Tippling Club, who was recently named Singapore Bartender of the Year by Diageo. De Git has created

ice cream cocktails that integrate the Chocolat Fondant and Crème Brulee ice cream flavours. They will be available at Tippling Club until the end of August. The concept of encasing a molten sauce within a cup of rich ice cream is the first of its kind. The Chocolat Fondant ice cream takes on the texture of a chocolate cake, sprinkled with generous bits of brownies and with a warm, fluid chocolate core. To replicate the experience of biting into a crème brulee, crunchy caramelised sugar bits are incorporated into the creamy custard of the Crème Brulee ice cream, which conceals lush caramel sauce at its core. Available at Häagen-Dazs shops and select supermarkets.

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Pasta Amatriciana

“The popular freshlybaked banana bread, which is sold out almost every day, is served with homemade

yoghurt.”

People living in the West now have a new place to get their coffee fix, in the newlyconstructed Infinite Studios at the Mediapolis. Revolution Coffee brings in single-origin roaster beans that are air flown from Sydney, twice a month. If you are a coffee connoisseur,

($12.90) should you want a tarter accoutrement. The traditional egg breakfast is also available; the Big Brunch Breakfast ($16.90) comes with two eggs (scrambled, sunny side up or soft boiled), bacon, sausage or ham, tomato confit, mushrooms or caramelised onions, and sourdough toast.

Newly-opened Revolution Coffee presents a tempting brunch menu By Cheryl Chia

Afternoon Bites Revolution Coffee also makes a mean Grilled Low Fat Chicken Satay Breast Salad ($8), which comprises grilled chicken with ketupat, greens, tomatoes and satay sauce. It is a fantastic East-meets-West salad option for lunch. Carb lovers, you aren’t forgotten. Try their Pasta Amatriciana ($9.50), which is spaghetti tossed in tomato-based sauce with bacon, chilli and basil. They also serve a large array of sandwiches such as the Classic BLT Reworked ($8) and a vegetarian-friendly Grilled Aubergines Sandwich ($8). Artisanal and Fresh “A lot of the food is made by hand; it is artisanal and fresh,” says Chef Shen. The popular freshly-baked banana bread, which is sold out almost every day, is served with homemade yoghurt. The house yoghurt is also used in their Bircher Muesli dish. The minimalist space is also great for chilling out. Ajie Permana, the owner of Revolution Coffee says, “Weekend brunch at Revolution Coffee is all about relaxing over a great meal, having an amazing cup of coffee and spending time with friends and family.” W Revolution Coffee, 21 Media Circle, #01-03A, Singapore 1388562, Tel: 6777 2110

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FOODMANI

WORD OF MOUTH

RECIPE

Kueh Pie Tee Try making this Peranakan treat this weekend. It’s a little bite of delight

'Orh Neng' is oyster with just an egg omelette

The world’s your oyster 'Orh jian' or 'orh luak' is oyster with egg and starch

In Peranakan cuisine, a tiny morsel can give a burst of flavour. These little bites of delight are no exception. Kueh Pie Tee is one of the smallest yet most popular Peranakan food items. Try making them with this recipe. INGREDIENTS • Cup Shells • 8 to 10 pieces of ready-made pie tee cup shells Filling • Cooking oil • 10g of chopped garlic • 50g of sliced red onion • 80g of minced pork • 300g of shredded sweet turnip • 80g of chopped shrimp • 100g of shredded carrot • 50g of sliced dried shitake mushroom • 50g of chopped tofu • 1 teaspoon of sesame oil • Salt to taste • Sugar to taste • White pepper powder

METHOD • Heat up the cooking oil in a wok and add in the chopped garlic, red onion, pork and shrimp, and stir-fry. • Add the sweet turnip, carrot and mushrooms to the wok and continue to stir-fry. • Add in the remaining ingredients before adding in a little water. • Cover and cook until the sweet turnip turns slightly transparent. • Add seasoning to taste. • Garnish with steamed crab meat [if available], chopped spring onion and fried shallots. Recipe from Indocafe, 35 Scotts Road, S228227

Garnish • Fried shallots • Chopped spring onion • Steamed crab meat

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“The Crodos from Da Paolo are handmade daily, in limited quantities, and come in two flavours...”

Try the delicious oyster omelette at some of these stalls this weekend Crispy fried egg with bits of starch, fresh oysters and garnished with cilantro leaf - the oyster omelette or orh luak is heavenly indulgence. The chilli with lime that goes with it only serves to make it even more mouth-watering than it already is. Here are a few great stalls to try.

Jackson The batter is crispy on the outside and springy on the inside, and the oysters are fresh. Do try the dish before adding the tangy chilli. Old Airport Road Market & Food Centre, 51 Old Airport Road, Singapore 390051

Ah Chuan Fried Oyster Omelette One of the best orh luak in town. The oysters are fresh and succulent, and the dish has a great texture. Be prepared to wait at least ten minutes. Kim Keat Palm Market and Food Centre, 22 Toa Payoh Lorong 7, #0125, Singapore 310022

Hup Kee Fried Oyster Omelette Despite being located in the tourist trap of Newton Circus, Hup Kee serves great orh luak. The oysters aren’t too small and the flour to water ratio is good. Newton Food Centre, #01-073, Singapore 229495

Fu Kee Fried Delights This place serves up crispy fried batter with juicy oysters. They have another version without the starchy batter, orh neng. Jin Hock Food Place, 949 Upper Serangoon Road, Stall 1, Singapore 535713

Going nuts for “cronuts” Singapore is getting in on the “cronut” craze and a version called “Crodos” is one to try By Cheryl Chia The craze for “cronuts” – a cross between croissants and doughnuts – recently reached fever pitch in New York City, with people camping overnight or even bursting into tears when the pastry they’d been eagerly waiting for had been sold out. The original cronut was created by the Dominique Ansel Bakery in Soho and was met with amazing

Sparkling wine with barbecue The next time you have a barbecue, grab one of these sparkling wines that go well with it Barbecues are a norm for most Singaporean families. With the heat and the smoke, you will undoubtedly look for something refreshing to beat the heat. The brut Sémillon and the sweet and fruity Muscat Clairette from French sparkling winery Jaillance are delectable options. Effervescent, crisp and energising, these wines cleanse the palate between bites and add some light flavour to contrast the rich and heavy cookout staples. The Muscat Clairette, which recently took the silver medal at the 2012 International Wine and Spirit Competition, complements slightly sweeter sauces such as teriyaki and oyster. It has hints of rose and lychee with a citrus aroma. The Sémillon goes well with more savoury marinades. A winner of the bronze medal at

Oyster Omelette Stall If you like your orh luak very crispy, this stall – which has been around for more than 30 years – is for you. Mee Sek Coffeeshop, 965 Upper Serangoon Road, Singapore 534721

the 2012 Challenge to the Best French Wines and Spirits for Asia for its clarity, intensity, harmony and aftertaste when paired with Asian cuisine, this wine offers notes of brioche with an aroma of gooseberry, pomelo and hawthorn. Jaillance originates from the Drôme Valley, nestled between Vercors and Provence, and represents the Cave de Die, a cooperative founded in 1950. Jaillance Sémillon and Muscat Clairette retail at $29.90 and $26.90, at Cold Storage, Giant, Jasons and MarketPlace.

response, to say the least. Here, in Singapore, Da Paolo Gastronomia has coined its own version, calling them "Crodos" ($4.90). The flaky custard creamfilled or chocolate glazed pastry comes in a buttery and crisp shell. The Sugarloaf Café in Temasek Polytechnic’s Culinary Academy and Patisserie G in Millenia Walk were also reported to be creating their own versions of the snack. The Crodos from Da Paolo are handmade daily, in limited quantities, and come in two flavours – the Cream Crodo and the Chocolate Crodo. They are available at all Da Paolo Gastronomia outlets. Visit www. dapaolo.com.sg for the full list.

FOOD HAPPENINGS Singapore street hawkers started with portable stalls that they carried on their own

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Dig In: Stories of

Singaporean Street Food Today, eating is a national pastime so it may be hard to imagine the 1950s when our forefathers merely ate for sustenance. Travel back in time with Dig In: Stories of Singaporean Street Food, at the National Museum of Singapore, to explore exhibits of ten Singapore street foods, traditional crockery, and its sights and sounds. Tick tock, tick tock. This is not the sound of the clock but of hawkers hitting a bamboo stick on another bamboo piece to signal that they were selling wanton mee, or mee pok. Thus, the name “tik tok mee”. The other exhibits are also insightful. Join the interactive tour as Mandarin docents regale you with tales and trivia, such as the fact that roti prata is not found in India, laksa used to be sold and eaten only with spoons, not chopsticks, and bak kut teh was named as such because people drank tea after consuming its thick, jelat soup. Email nhb_nm_lectures@ nhb.gov.sg to register. National Museum of Singapore, 93 Stamford Road

The tiffin carrier used to be in every home

Various exhibits tell you more about Singaporean street food and its history

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RAVELATION

Hari Raya Puasa, National Day and the weekend will be back to back. Seize this opportunity to have a good getaway on this super long weekend

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National Day

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Long Weekend

his National Day period will be a super long weekend, with the Hari Raya Puasa and National Day public holidays back to back with the weekend. Why not take this rare chance to take a break from work, and to go on a decent holiday? While every Singaporean should be patriotic, there are times when we need a break from the daily grind or to spend time with the family. We list some great getaways that are still available but, hurry, book fast. W

 European Escape Ho Wah Travel has a few packages to Europe. The 10/11 Days Mesmerising Europe package will bring you to Germany’s Black Forest, Titisee Lake and Cologne; France’s Paris, including the Eiffel Tower; and Switzerland’s See Big Ben or other Rhine Falls and Lucerne. Other cities intriguing European sights include Milan and Amsterdam. These are some of the most scenic sights in Europe. You will also get to go to England, and visit famous monuments, including Big Ben. There are special departures on Aug 7 or 12. Call quickly to book before the places are taken up. The promotional price is from $2,388 for the first person and from $1,588 for the second person. The 14 Days Eastern Europe package has very limited seats remaining for their special departure on Aug 2, so book immediately. All meals are covered, and you will stay in a 4 or 5-star hotel. The beautiful sites covered include Munich, Salzburg, Vienna, Budapest, Warsaw, Swiebodzin, Berlin and Prague. Among the bonus inclusions are the Schonbrunn Palace, the Swiebodzin Christ the King statue, which is the tallest statue of Jesus Christ in the world, the Auschwitz Concentration Camp and the Berlin Wall. The price is from $3,388 for the first person, and $1,788 for the second person. For other departure dates, check with Ho Wah Travel. Ho Wah Travel, Tel: 6536 3393, E-mail: enquiry@hwtravel.com.sg, www.hwtravel.com.sg  Bintan GETAWAY SingExpress Travel has a 3D2N National Day Celebration @Bintan Lagoon Resort package, from Aug 8 to 10 or Aug 9 to 11. This package costs from $368 per person (twin-share) and includes return direct ferry trips between Singapore and Bintan, two nights’ stay in Deluxe Room with breakfast, and return transfer between the terminal and the resort. This package also has an optional add on of one round of an 18-hole golf game (inclusive of twin-share buggy and caddie) that only costs $100 per person. Book by Jul 19, due to limited rooms. Terms and conditions apply.

AirAsia was recently named the World’s Best Low Cost Carrier for the 5th consecutive year by Skytrax. To celebrate, it is offering 2 million promotional seats for guests to travel to Kuching, Langkawi and Penang in Malaysia, as well as to Yogyakarta, Bandung, Bali, Makassar and Surabaya in Indonesia, on a one-way base fare of only $0.05 (exclusive of taxes and fuel surcharges). These promotional seats have been available for booking online on www. airasia.com from Jul 8 until on Jul 14 at 2359h (GMT+8), for travel from Feb 10 to Aug 5, 2014. AirAsia X, the long-haul affiliate, is also offering all-in promotional fares starting from $129 to Korea (Busan) and Nepal (Kathmandu), and $159 to China (Chengdu) and Australia (Gold Coast). Go to www.airasia.com for more information or to book.

Getaways Taipei 101: formerly the world’s tallest building

The Martyr’s Shrine

 Refreshing Taiwan Nam Ho Travel has a 6-Day Refreshing Taiwan package at just $788. Some of the sites and experiences covered include Xi Men Ding, the Golden Ecological Park and Tou Cheng Leisure Farm. You will also get to explore and shop at the eye-opening Luodong Night Market. Other unique sights include the Martyr’s Shrine, the Taipei 101 Shopping Mall, the Raohe Night Market and the intriguing Miniatures Museum. Before the trip ends, you’ll also get to experience the Beitou Hot Spring, Tamsui Old Street, the Yuanshan Scenic Area and Shihlin Night Market. In just six days, you will get to see, experience and eat to your heart’s content. The departure for this 6-Day Refreshing Taiwan package is on Aug 8. Bookings close on Aug 2, but book your places as soon as you can to avoid disappointment. Nam Ho Travel Service(S) Pte Ltd, Tel: 6221 8433, E-mail: sales_enquiries@namho.com.sg

Bintan is nearby and low-cost

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 Exclusive Europe A 13 Days ItalySwitzerland-France package departing on Aug 8 covers various sites including Milan, Pisa, Rome, Venice, and the Swiss countryside and Riviera, where entrance to Chillon Castle is included. Partake in wine tasting at the only UNESCO World Heritage vineyard. At Interlaken, take the Jungfraubahn train to Kleine Scheidegg, on the most scenic

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FAMILY & FRIENDS

Paris at night has a whole different beauty

train ride in Switzerland. Also, see pretty Lucerne. Free upgrades include onenight Lucerne Lakeside Hotel stay and one-night Alpine Resort Hotel stay. End your trip exploring sites around Paris. There are bonus inclusions such as a Vatican tour of St Peter’s Basilica, Venice private water taxi, and admittance to the Eiffel Tower second level (no queue). Stay in comfort for the entire trip, in 4-star and above accommodation. A package in the reverse order (Paris in, Milan out) departs on Aug 6. Book early, or check for other dates. EU Holidays Pte Ltd, Tel: 6535 8535, www.euholidays.com.sg

Wi-Fi wonders

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Wi-Fi has been widely adopted and is now used in most homes. Canon Pixma photo printers make full use of the technology for greater convenience Unsightly cables are often a bane for home owners who want a neat home. Due to the ease of connection, as well as the fact that Wi-Fi comes without the clutter of computer cables, Wi-Fi has been adopted by most people and is now widely used in most homes. Wireless Ease Wi-Fi is a technology that uses radio waves to allow electronic devices to exchange data or connect to the Internet wirelessly. You can use any device – be it a personal computer, digital camera, smart phone, or video game console – to connect to the Internet using a wireless network access point as long as it supports Wi-Fi. With the high adoption rate of Wi-Fi, Canon has also incorporated this technology in its sleek, stylish PIXMA printers, which allows you to connect to networks, and links up with your devices so that you can enjoy the convenience of direct printing. Wireless Web to Print Now that Wi-Fi convenience has come to cameras and printers, there are lots of printer projects you can embark on to preserve your favourite memories. For example, instead of just posting a photo real-time on Facebook to share with your friends what you are

up to, you can print your photos directly from Facebook or Picasa using Canon PIXMA printers, as long as you have a wireless LAN connection. Multi-function Sorting & Printing All you need to do is link your smart phone and tablet to the PIXMA printer, and you can print and scan to your heart’s content. AirPrint allows you to wirelessly print just about anything without the need to install device drivers. They also come with the functions of photo sorting, directly printing photos without needing a computer, and making photo collages with added background patterns and photo effects. Choose from an extensive variety of templates and print personalised stationery, calendars, envelopes

and gift cards. Canon Easy-PhotoPrint The Canon Easy-PhotoPrint for Mobile Devices enables wireless photo printing from your iPhone / iPod touch / iPad or supported Android devices to a compatible Canon PIXMA printer via wireless network with a few taps. It is ideal for consumers looking to print and share their photos. Work Remotely TOO With some Canon PIXMA models, you can use Google Cloud Print to access Google Docs and Gmail on the move, and have your work printed out before you reach home or the office. With its many functions and benefits, perhaps it’s time to get a wireless printer. Consider a Canon PIXMA printer to enjoy hours of fun and convenience.

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SHORT HAUL

Part TWO

must-see sights

Nature over architecture gives a mystical feeling Part of Angkor Wat in Siem Reap

in Cambodia This is the second part of a countdown of the top ten must-see sights in Cambodia

Here are the remaining five things for you to see and experience in Cambodia. 5. Preah Vihear Temple Built in the early 9th Century, the Preah Vihear Temple was dedicated to the Hindu deity Shiva. It features the highest standards of Khmer architecture and stone carvings. Preah Vihear has been in the news due to the dispute between Cambodia and Thailand over its possession. Look out for the Nagaraj Courtyard with the serpent heads. 4. The Killing Fields These were the fateful execution grounds of the Khmer Rouge. Choeung Ek is now a memorial to the countless victims of their violent regime. While it can be unnerving, most visitors will tell you it is moving and a “must-see”. 3. Phnom Tamao Wildlife Rescue Centre The Phnom Tamao Wildlife Rescue Centre is home to about 1,200 animals from over 100 species, most of which have been rescued from the illegal wildlife

Memorial Stupa of the Choeung Ek Killing Fields

trade by the Wildlife Rapid Rescue Team, in cooperation with the Cambodian government. Get close to many animals including sun bears, elephants, tigers and more. 2. Kratie: Dolphin Paradise Kratie is a small town along the bank of the mighty Mekong. It has much idyllic natural scenery. Freshwater dolphins are rare and more so the Irrawaddy dolphins North of Kratie. With only around 15 to 20 remaining, they make a privileged sight. 1. Angkor Wat Angkor Wat is a stunning, iconic monument of Cambodia, with its renowned scenes of nature growing over historic architecture. Constructed in the early 1100s, it was a Hindu temple complex dedicated to Vishnu. The surviving stone structures at Angkor Wat are only a part of what used to be. Its chambers and courtyards feature many carved scenes of wars, everyday life then, and Hindu legends. Arrange your tour with a reputable agency.

The Naga at the Preah Vihear Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

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Some of the scenes appear to be right out of a Sci-Fi anime

Acclaimed filmmaker Guillermo del Toro returns with a SciFi action adventure

MOVIE PREVIEW 1

Pacific Rim: High-tech

action

By Sonja Steinmetz After the release of their debut album, Is This It, The Strokes were hailed as the saviours of rock ‘n’ roll.

The giant Jaegers are controlled by two copilots, simultaneously

Can ‘tiny’ humanity triumph over titanic odds?

scale, not to mention the action and fun. And there is also an element of mystery in that we don’t know why the Kaiju are attacking. What do they want and how is humanity going to react?”

High-Tech Defences To combat the giant Kaiju, a special type of weapon was devised: massive robots called Jaegers, which are controlled simultaneously by two pilots. But as the enemy grows more powerful with each attack, even the Jaegers are proving nearly defenceless in the face of the relentless Kaiju. Unlikely Heroes On the verge of defeat, the forces defending mankind have no choice but to turn to two unlikely heroes—a washed up former pilot (Charlie Hunnam) and an untested trainee (Rinko Kikuchi) — who are teamed to drive a seemingly obsolete Jaeger. Together, they stand as mankind’s last hope against the

mounting aquatic apocalypse. Renowned Director & Cast Pacific Rim stars Charlie Hunnam (of TV’s “Sons of Anarchy”), Idris Elba (Thor), Rinko Kikuchi (Babel), Charlie Day (Horrible Bosses), Rob Kazinsky (True Blood), and Ron Perlman (the Hellboy films). Del Toro’s behind-the-scenes team includes Academy Awardwinning Director of Photography Guillermo Navarro (of Pan’s Labyrinth). Giant Monsters vs. Giant Robots Director Guillermo del Toro relates, “It was a project that encompassed every single thing on my wish list, visually, atmospherically and emotionally… an unstoppable, thrilling adventure about human pilots and giant robots up against alien monsters, the likes of which we’ve never seen.” Producer Thomas Tull offers, “Just that description, ‘giant monsters versus giant robots’, gives you a sense of the scope and

The minions are back and hilarious as ever

Despicable Me 2: minion madness

The minions are back and funnier than ever. “Banana?”

Despicable Me amused audiences in 2010 and grossed US$540 million. Now, gear up for more minion madness in Despicable Me 2. A New Villain Chris Meledandri and his filmmaking team create an allnew comedy adventure featuring the return of former super-villain Gru (Steve Carrell), his adorable girls and the hilarious minions, together with new and outrageous characters. Now that Gru has left behind a life of super crime to raise Margo (Miranda Cosgrove), Edith (Dana Gaier) and Agnes (Elsie Fisher), Gru, Dr Nefario (Russell Brand)

Devil in the Detail “Part of the allure of the ocean is that it hides its secrets so well. There are so many myths about sea monsters and giant serpents and all the other things people suppose are down there. I think there is something elementally terrifying about what can come out of this blackness,” says screenwriter Travis Beachem. Producer Jon Jashni adds, “He [del Toro] is encyclopaedic about the Kaiju and ‘Mecha’ cultures, making him uniquely qualified to capture the most accessible and entertaining facets of both.”

the makings of real heroes.” The film will be released in 2D and 3D in select theatres, and in IMAX. W Pacific Rim [PG 13] Director: Guillermo del Toro Starring: Charlie Hunnam, Rinko Kikuchi, Idris Elba, Charlie Day, Rob Kazinsky and Ron Perlman Genre: Sci-Fi, Action Run Time: 131 min Release: Jul 11

The Original Hipsters Emerging at a time when the musical landscape was filled with gangsta-rap, nu-metal, boy bands and Britney Spears, The Strokes provided a welcome change. Their music was raw, gritty and paid homage to 1970s garage bands. They were hipsters before the word was even invented. A Different Landscape Fast forward to 2013 and Electronic Dance Music, boy bands and singer-songwriters weeping about breakups rule the charts. The Strokes have been relegated to the annals of rock ‘n’ roll history (Rolling Stone put Is This It at 199 on their list of the 500 Greatest Albums of All Time). However, mainstream success never seemed to be their concern.

Track Highlights He sings in a much higher pitch too, and uses his falsetto in quite a few tracks on this tight 11-song LP that runs at just 40 minutes. “Chances” is one example, as well as the breezy, chilled out number “Call It Fate, Call It Karma”. For long-time fans, fear not, tracks such as “50/50,” “Partners in Crime” and “All The Time” will sound more familiar, with their trademark distorted vocals, jangly guitar riffs and skittish beat. “Happy Ending” best marries their old sound with their new direction and, if it’s a sign of what’s to come, bring it on, I say. Start your day with DJ Sonja Steinmetz on The Power Breakfast Show, together with Hubert Tang and Jamie Yeo, on weekdays from 6am to 10am, on Power 98FM.

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BE HAPPIER Currying favour

with Glen

Smallest Yet Greatest Nevertheless, it was essential to the filmmakers that the magnitude of the action be balanced with the human stories that are at the heart of the film. Jashni notes, “A core theme of the movie is the indomitability of the human spirit, no matter how titanic the threat.” “We want people to be taken by the spectacle and the sound and fury,” del Toro says, “but it is all meant to illuminate the courage of the central characters. Physically, the human beings are the smallest thing in the movie, but their spirit is the largest thing. They show you

Director Glen Goei celebrates our nation and local playwright Alfian Sa’at’s witty pieces on the Singaporean condition By Cheryl Chia

since Gru departed the game. Steve Coogan also joins as Silas Ramsbottom, Lucy’s boss in the AntiVillain League and a superspy whose surname offers an endless source of amusement to the minions.

MOVIE PREVIEW 2

More laughs

The New Sound Comedown Machine is their fifth studio release and based on the opening track, “Tap Out”, you may be forgiven for thinking that you pressed play on the wrong album. It is definitely not what you’d expect from them but that’s not to say it isn’t good. Julian Casablanca’s vocals are whispered and tender as opposed to the cocky snarl we’re used to.

In 2001, the world was introduced to The Strokes. They once again return, showing the world hip rock isn’t dead

The “Mecha” or human-controlled mechanical robots are impressive

anime-inspired

hen legions of monstrous alien creatures, known as Kaiju, started rising from the sea, a war began that would take millions of lives and consume humanity’s resources for years on end.

The original hipsters return

and the minions have some free time on their hands. But just as he starts to adjust to his role as a suburban family man, an ultrasecret organisation dedicated to fighting evil around the globe comes knocking. Now, it’s up to Gru and his new partner, Lucy Wilde (Kristen Wiig), to discover who is responsible for a spectacular crime, and bring the villain to justice. New Additions Joining the returning cast for Despicable Me 2 is Ken Jeong as Floyd Eagle-san, proprietor of the local hair replacement club for men and key suspect in the most despicable crime to hit the globe

Family Values Meledandri says, “We knew that the underlying core was going to be about the evolution of this family. That was absolutely clear.” He adds, “For Gru, it is life after villainy, and now his primary responsibility is his family. He’s trying to figure out how to support them and has started a cottage industry in his lab. He’s retrofitted his lab to become a jam and jelly factory... If he makes the decision to leave that behind because it’s best for his family, how does he feel about that and what should he do next?” Be prepared for more laughs and minion madness, and more heart-warming moments. Bring your family. Despicable Me 2 [G] Director: Chris Renaud & Pierre Coffin Starring: Steve Carrell, Russell Brand, Miranda Cosgrove, Ken Jeong and Elsie Fisher Genre: Comedy-Adventure Run Time: 138 min Release: Jul 4 Gru and Dr Nefario are up to good this time

Singaporean veteran director Glen Goei takes on Alfian Sa’at’s In The Spotlight – featuring Cook A Pot of Curry, Dreamplay: Asian Boys Vol 1, and The Optic Triology – showcasing the best works of one of the nation’s brightest playwrights. What can people expect from your version of Cook A Pot of Curry? Something very local and sedap! Cook A Pot of Curry is verbatim theatre. A lot of people probably think that verbatim theatre is boring and full of exposition and talking heads, but it is not the case. You can expect Curry to be really spicy, since we'll be dealing head-on with the super-hot issues of immigration, citizenship and national identity. We want to ignite not just people's taste buds, but also their imaginations. Will foreigners appreciate the humour? To gather material and inspiration for the play, Alfian spoke extensively to several foreign immigrants living in Singapore – including a few who have made their homes here longer than many younger Singaporeans have been alive! Cook a Pot of Curry isn't meant to showcase just one point of view – we’re not being nationalistic or xenophobic. We want to get Singaporeans

and foreigners alike to think about the issue. We’re all living here now, so how do we navigate these changes? How do we all fit together? What's in the pipeline? Every year, Ivan Heng and I codirect the W!LD RICE Fundraising Ball, which is an exhausting but thrilling and elaborate affair. That's coming up in October this year. I’m also currently casting for a Lorca play for our World Classics season for March next year. You've been in the business a long time. Any memorable or funny moment on the job? The most recent one was during The Importance of Being Earnest when Lim Kay Siu called his ‘girlfriend’, played by Hossan Leong, a different name and that made the entire cast corpse (laugh) on stage, including Ivan Heng (Lady Bracknell) who had to turn his entire body away from the audience in case they caught him laughing. What would you like to say to all Singaporeans? Support local theatre! It's tough to

be an artist pretty much anywhere in the world and we have our own particular challenges to deal with here in Singapore. I don't think it's an exaggeration to say that a robust, flourishing theatre scene is essential to the lifeblood of any country. The theatre, after all, is where ideas and conventions are more easily and readily challenged than in almost any other performing arts medium. We have to continue nurturing home-grown talent – to give artists the chance to speak, to act, to perform, and to tell (or show) us truths about ourselves. What is your favourite type of curry? I think you can never go wrong with a good, hot chicken curry – my mum’s Peranakan chicken curry is definitely my favourite! Tickets to Alfian Sa’at – In The Spotlight are available from Sistic.

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n healthy joints, the synovial membrane is thin, the cartilage that covers the bones is smooth and a thin layer of synovial fluid covers bone surfaces. A problem in any of these areas can result in arthritis. Arthritis may appear suddenly or come on gradually. Rheumatoid Arthritis is an autoimmune disorder where the body’s immune system inaccurately identifies the synovial membrane as “foreign”. WHAT IS RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS? Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic inflammatory disorder that typically affects the small joints in your hands and feet. Unlike the wear-and-tear damage of osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis affects the lining of your joints, causing a swelling that eventually results in bone erosion and joint deformity. The signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis vary in severity and may even come and go. Periods of increased disease activity, referred to as “flares” alternate with periods of relative remission. Over time, rheumatoid arthritis can cause joints to deform and shift out of place. CAUSES AND DIAGNOSIS Your immune system mistakenly attacks your own body’s tissues. This is more common in women than in men and occurs generally between the ages of 40 and 60 years old. The resulting inflammation thickens the synovial fluid which invades and

damages cartilage and bone in the joint. The tendons and ligaments will weaken and stretch after, and the joint will lose its alignment. Rheumatoid arthritis is difficult to diagnose in its early stages because the signs mimic other diseases, but it can be diagnosed with blood tests. People with rheumatoid arthritis tend to have an elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rate, which shows an inflammatory process in the body. The blood tests also look for a rheumatoid factor and an anti-cyclic citrullinated peptide (anti-CCP) antibody. TREATMENT OPTIONS There is no cure for rheumatoid arthritis. Medications can reduce inflammation in joints to help ease the pain and to prevent or slow joint damage. Occupational and physical therapy can also help with protecting your joints. Several drugs used to treat this have potentially serious side effects. Doctors typically prescribe the safer ones but you may need stronger or a combination of drugs as the disease progresses. Surgery may be necessary in extreme cases. DIET AND SUPPLEMENTS Gentle exercise can strengthen the muscles around your joints and it helps to fend off fatigue. Check with your doctor before you start exercising. Avoid exercising tender, injured or inflamed joints. Applying a heat pack can also help to relax painful muscles. Some preliminary studies have shown that consuming fish

oil may help reduce pain and stiffness. Get Holland & Barrett’s Omega-3 Fatty Acids to help increase the production and activity of anti-inflammatory prostaglandins. Glucosamine supplementation is beneficial to rheumatoid arthritis as the disease often leads to the destruction of articular cartilage of the joints and glucosamine is necessary for joint cartilage synthesis and repair. Glucosamine also reduces inflammation and relieves pain in people with rheumatoid arthritis. Chondroitin supplementation can protect existing cartilage from premature degeneration by blocking certain enzymes that destroy cartilage and prevent nutrients from being transported to the cartilage for repair. Methylsulphonylmethane or MSM is a naturally occurring sulphur compound, and MSM supplementation can help to reduce inflammation in joints and promotes tissue repair. Supplements containing glucosamine, chondroitin and MSM have been shown to reduce cartilage damage and anti-CCP2, a rheumatic marker. Seize this opportunity to get discounted, high quality supplements for your joint health from Holland & Barrett today. W Holland & Barrett has stores in various locations including 313 @Somerset, Ang Mo Kio Hub, JCube, White Sands, Wisma Atria and Thomson Plaza.

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