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Kalahari Gemsbok National Park, South Africa

Prow of Titanic underwater by Emory Kristof

Photo: Chris Johns, National Geographic

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50 greatest

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photos at ArtScience

Until 27 Oct, 10pm-9pm, $14 (adult) $13 (senior citizens) $8 (child)

A new exhibit, 50 Greatest Photographs of National Geographic, has opened on Aug 17 at the ArtScience Museum. This marks the Southeast Asia premiere for the exhibition, and its debut in this region coincides with the 125th anniversary of the recognition of the National Geographic Society. The exhibition will showcase some of National Geographic’s most compelling photographs. From

Steve McCurry’s unforgettable Afghan girl to Michael Nichols’ iconic image of Herd of Siberian conservationist Reindeer by Dean Conger Jane Goodall with a chimpanzee, to National Geographic magazine Editor-in-Chief Chris Johns’ shot of a South African lion, it includes some of the most-remembered and celebrated photographs from the magazine’s 125year history. Included in the exhibition is a photograph dating back to 1965 - Thomas J Abercrombie’s legendary image of Mecca’s main square in Saudi Arabia and one which captures a new perspective on a

Singapore Toy, Game and Comic Convention 2013 31 Aug - 1 Sep, 10am-8pm, $19, $25, $50 See virtual reality come to life at this convention featuring anime, comic, collectibles, game, movie, and manga and toy elements in Southeast Asia. Check out the exhibitions of toys, and take pictures with cosplayers of anime or manga characters roaming the halls. You can even get autographs of pop culture stars such as Adi Granov, David Mack and Simone Legno. Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Hall B & C, Level 1, www.singaporetgcc.com

subject at least 1,500 years old - Michael Nichols’ impressive composite image of a California Redwood tree which is actually 84 different photographs pieced together. The unique stories behind these and each of the photographs will be shared throughout 50 Greatest Photographs of National Geographic. Visitors will have the opportunity to learn more about the images from the perspective of the photographers as well as to experience the diversity of our planet through the framework of photography, and how we as humans are connected to it. ArtScience Museum, 10 Bayfront Avenue, www.marinabaysands.com/ArtScienceMuseum

Emerging Japanese artist Masanori Handa presents his first solo exhibition in Singapore - an immense yet intricate installation put together with trailing vines, timber, cement, canvas, foam and fabric. The title is translated into: “art of creating miniature landscape gardens”. Ota Fine Arts, 47 Malan Road, #01-23, www.otafinearts.com/ singapore

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lucky draw prizes. Call 6758 8258 to register. Hard court in front of Chong Pang Zone 7 RC, 310 Canberra Rd FREE! NEW! Through a Pinhole 3-22 Sep, 11am7pm (Mon-Fri), 12-6pm (Sat); Closed on Sun & public holidays Artist Mary-Ann Teo used an unconventional pinhole camera fashioned from a large plastic trash bin to document the hustle and bustle of the Kampong Glam area. It is a re-looking of the historical and modern context of the area. Objectifs Gallery, 56A Arab Street, www.objectifs.com.sg NEW! FREE! Unbreakable 23 Aug - 20 Sep, 10am-6pm daily (except Mon & public holidays) At a time where stress and emotional volatility are on the rise for youth, this exhibition aims to empower young audiences with confidence and optimism by featuring 30 local and international artists exploring the spirit of resilience through their art. With graphic artworks, sculptures, and interactive installations, they express what it means to be 'unbreakable' in this day and age. Institute of Contemporary Arts Singapore, 1 McNally Street, Brother McNally Gallery, www.unbreakable.com.sg FREE! NEW! sunnyhills mid-autumn festival lantern exhibition 8-22 Sep, 11am8pm (Tue-Sat), 11am-6pm (Sun & Mon) SunnyHills, Taiwan’s respected pineapple cake people, launches its first MidAutumn Festival Lantern. There will be over 200 unique lanterns crafted by multinational primary students using materials of their choice. Parents and children can also vote for their favourite lanterns, have fun solving riddles, and there are drawing and colouring stations for kids. SunnyHills Delights pop-up store is also now at the Takashimaya Atrium Mid-Autumn Fair until Sep 19, 10am to 10pm. Raffles Hotel, Level 2 Arcade, 1 Beach Road, Tel: 6337 1886 FREE! UNO Challenge 2013 7, 8 & 15 Sep, 12-6pm Come watch the semi-finals and finals of this inaugural event which allows children between seven to 15 years old to compete and the best to represent Singapore with an all-expenses paid 4D3N trip to Tokyo against the best UNO players in Asia. City Square Mall, 180 Kitchener Road, www.unochallenge.asia, Tel: 6595 6595

NEW! AN EVENING WITH FRANKIE VALLI & THE FOUR SEASONS 4 Sep, 8pm, $98, $128, $148, $168, $198 Take a musical journey through all Frankie Valli and Four Seasons’ greatest hits such as "Can't Take My Eyes Off You", "Big Girls Don't Cry," and "Walk Like a Man". Their story was also told in a Broadway hit musical, The Jersey Boys. Tickets from Sistic. The Star Theatre, The Star 1 Vista Exchange Green, Tel: 6348 5555 FREE! CATS OF THE WORLD PHOTO EXHIBITION Until 29 Aug, 10am-10pm For the feline lovers, the seventh season of this annual photo exhibition features photos of cats by aspiring and professional photographers in unique settings around the world and in various moods, be it graceful, lazy, sneaky, aloof, or loving. There will also be an Instagram contest for phone camera users, and shortlisted shots will be printed and displayed during the exhibition. The Arts House, Print Gallery, 1 Old Parliament Lane, www.theartshouse.com.sg, Tel: 6332 6900 NEW! Halal Bi Halal - Hari Raya Gathering 2013 24 Aug, 7-10pm Come for this gathering with a kebaya contest, dinner, dancing performances, and medley singing by Nilam Mutiara Group. Call 6747 2919 for details and to register. Geylang Serai CC Hall, 1 Haig Rd, www.pa.gov.sg, Tel: 6747 2919 RAINBOW MARKET 31 Aug & 1 Sep, 1-7pm Shop with your friends and family this summer at a flea market held in support of Singapore Association for the Deaf, to help them achieve a better quality of life. Singapore Flyer Sky Deck, 30 Raffles Avenue, www.forfleasake.com FREE! Ron Wong: Homecoming Until 16 Oct, 12pm-2pm (Tue), 5-7pm (Wed), by appointment only Homecoming is Ron’s third solo exhibition but first in Singapore. She draws from her experiences living in Singapore and Shanghai, and satirically distorts the figures of her subjects based on her perspective. Ernst & Young Gallery, 1 Raffles Quay, Tel: 6535 7777, www.ey.com NEW! Selamat Hari Raya Celebration 2013 25 Aug, 7.30-10.30pm, $8 Come for this annual event for both Muslim and nonMuslim residents to come together for an evening of entertaining performance and food. You can buy tickets on the day itself, receive a door gift and stand to win

NEW! Zouk Transfix: Sied Van Riel with Hong 24 Aug, 11pm until late, $25, $32 (Includes 2 drinks) Another artiste to join the prominent ‘Van’ clan, Sied van Riel describes his music as “deep, driving, warm, melody-fuelled Trance” and each track reflects his experience and state of mind. He has won awards, churned out widely-received releases and has a reputation for rocking out dance floors worldwide. Zouk, 17 Jiak Kim Street, www.zoukclub.com, Tel: 6738 2988 4th Flute Festival Singapore 2013 23-26 Aug, 9am-10pm, $20-$50 This annual flute festival comprises master classes, workshops, a flute exhibition, competition and orchestra performance. Visit www.flute.com.sg for tickets. The Arts House, 1 Old Parliament Lane, www.theartshouse.com.sg, Tel: 6332 6900 FREE! ABSOLUT CANVAS 23 Aug - 2 Sep, various times Over the years, Absolut has collaborated with some of the most recognisable designers such as Andy Warhol, Keith Haring and Romero Britto. Part of the Singapore Night Festival, Absolut Canvas will feature beautifullydesigned bottles as well as an interactive area, and a pop-up bar serving Absolut cocktails. This event is part of the Night Festival. National Museum of Singapore, 93 Stamford Road, www.nationalmuseum.sg FREE! Beyond the Surface Until 25 Aug, 12-7pm (Tue-Sat), 12-6pm (Sun), closed on Mon & public holidays This group exhibition features works by Yayoi Kusama, Monir Shahroudy Farmanfarmaian and three other artists offering stunning artworks on canvas, paper, ceramic ware, or glass. Ota Fine Arts, Gillman Barracks, 47 Malan Road, #01-23, www.otafinearts.com/singapore, Tel: 6694 3071 FREE! NEW! Flea Party Every Sat & Sun in Aug, 1-7pm Check out second-hand goods at the flea market opposite Jollibee over one of the weekends in August. Lucky Plaza, 304 Orchard Rd, Level 6, Tel: 6235 3294 Kampong Glam National Day Celebrations Until 31 Aug, various times Kampong Glam Division residents in the MoulmeinKallang GRC can join in a National Day Observance Ceremony cum Healthy Walk (9 Aug), Kampong Glam National Day celebration dinner (10 Aug), block parties, and a Hari Raya celebration dinner, among

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All events are correct at time of print. various other festivities. Various locations, www.kampongglam.org.sg FREE! Love & Peace Global Sculpture Campaign Until 28 Feb 2014, all day Part of the world’s largest art installation, Love & Peace by renowned artist Ana Tzarev is here. It is made up of 15 15-foot fibre glass poppy sculptures created in five colours, and one of three sculptures from the Amethyst edition is in Singapore. Outside ArtScience Museum, 10 Bayfront Avenue, www.lovepeaceflower.com

This week’s highlights

Singapore Night Festival 23, 24, 30, 31 Aug, 7pm-2am

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Between Here and Nanyang: Marco Hsu’s Brief History of Malayan Art Until Dec 2015, 10am-7.30pm (Tue-Sat), 10am-6pm (Sun), Closed on Mon

JC Sum & Magic Babe Ning

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Book Sale & Story Time! 14 Sep, 10am-1pm Bring your children for a fun, interactive storytelling session of Anansi and the Talking Melon by Eric A. Kimmel. Enjoy this tale about a clever spider who tricks an elephant and other animals; suitable for five-yearolds and above. Email enquiries@literacyplus.com.sg to register by 10 Sep. There are also book discounts. LiteracyPlus Enrichment Centre, Blk 41 Holland Drive #01-21, www.literacyplus.com.sg, Tel: 6777 2468 NEW! Is Asia One? Towards an Asian Art History 14 Sep, 9.30am-5.30pm Is there such a thing as Asian art? In conjunction with a special exhibition of new acquisitions, Devotion and Desire: Cross-cultural art in Asia, this symposium provides an opportunity to examine the concept of Asian art before the 20th century. Asian Civilisations Museum, 1 Empress Place, www.acm.org.sg, Tel: 6332 7798

Photo: Pierre Galais

Mark your calendars for these events happening in three to four weeks

Singapore's nocturnal extravaganza is back. Immerse yourself in the arts: aerial performances, art and light installations, and music and dance acts by both international and local artists will be happening in the Bras Basah.Bugis precinct. Here are some highlights you should look out for.

Pyramid of Void by Campagnie Retouramont

Pleasantry

Inch Chua

Homemade 23, 24, 30, 31 Aug, 7.30-11.30pm Be entertained by this celebration of Singapore music, with intimate unplugged sessions by Pleasantry, The Obedient Wives Club, Inch Chua and The Bushmen. Singapore's first "rock" orchestra, The Electric Symphony Project, will also make its debut, giving a fresh treatment to favourite local songs.

Preview Choice event picks coming in a month or more 1 World Music Festival 20-21 Sep, 6pm, $88, $98, $118, $150, $300, $500 Jive to electrifying performances by under the night sky at Marina Barrage with Tinie Tempah, Far East Movement, Orbital, Infected Mushroom, Yuna, Iggy Azalea, Amadeus and more. Marina Barrage, 260 Marina Way Cold Storage Singapore International Triathlon 2013 28-29 Sep, 7.30am-4.30pm Organised by the Triathlon Association of Singapore, this edition features a new non-competitive category called the Family Relay Challenge to promote healthy lifestyles and encourage bonding through exercise. East Coast Park (Area E2), www.triathlon.sg FREE! NEW! MAMA’s BAZAAR & FAMILY FUN WEEKEND 2013 28 & 29 Sep, 10am-7pm Come support over 40 mum-preneurs(mothers juggling home-based businesses as they take care of their children) at this bazaar full of fun-filled activities, stage presentations, kids’ goodies, vendors-led workshops and personal sharing by famous mum-preneurs. Toa Payoh SAFRA Atrium, www.singaporemumpreneur.com Singapore Jewellery & Gem Fair 12-15 Oct, 10.30am-7pm (until 6pm on 15 Oct) Organised by UBM Asia, this fair caters to the Southeast Asian market and showcases the world's finest jewellery and gems in 11 whopping pavilions. Highlights of the fair include a Victorian diamond tiara from 1850, the largest gemstone, and other unique pieces. Marina Bay Sands, Convention Halls A, B & C, www.marinabaysands.com NEW! The Heart Truth Symposium 21 Sep, 1.30–4.30pm, $8 (Early bird), $10, $15 At this health education seminar, learn all about heart disease, heart health and the latest, cutting edge treatment options from medical experts from the National University Heart Centre. Tickets from Sistic. Bugis+, 201 Victoria Street, #07-01, The Joyden Hall

VOLUNTEER EVENTS Lend a hand or spend your time meaningfully NEW! FREE! Movie Mania 28 Aug, 2-5pm Help out at Thye Hua Kwan Hospital's movie screening by wheeling wheel-chair bound patients to and from the wards, watching the movie with them, and serving biscuits and beverages. 17 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 9, Level 3, www.amkh.org.sg Group Triple P 29 Aug, 6.30-9.30pm If you have experience in looking after children, spend an evening taking care of them while their parents attend a parenting workshop. Sign up to at www.sgcares.org to volunteer and the staff of MCYC Community Services Society will contact you. Volunteers have to be 17 years old and above. 107 Bukit Batok Central, #01-98, Tel: 6562 2211, www.mcyc.sg

FREE! NEW! CABIN Club Leadership Camp 2013 5-7 Nov, overnight This year’s camp for youths from partnering schools with Project Cabin focuses on developing leadership skills and qualities, and focuses on empathising and assisting people who are physically challenged. Volunteers are needed to be game masters, facilitators and logistics helpers, and they have to be 20 years old and above. The training date is 19 Oct. Camp Challenge, 8 Admiralty Road, www.childrensociety.org.sg, Tel: 6276 5077

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Won Fu Gig 11 Sep, 7.30pm, $35 Known for their surf rock and retro vibe, Won Fu's performances at music festivals has brought audiences back to their childhood memories. Their albums have also garnered many nominations and awards in Taiwan, so let your hair down at this music event featuring upbeat music. Tickets from Sistic. Switch by Timbre, 73 Bras Basah Road, #01-01/02

Three Titans of Theatre:

Shun-kin

30 & 31 Aug, 8pm, $48, $68, $88, $108

A pyramid of ropes is the dancers’ only support in Pyramid of Void

PYRAMID OF VOID BY COMPAGNIE RETOURAMONT 23-23 Aug, 8.30pm, 9.45pm, 11pm In this aerial performance, a pyramid made of ropes is the dancers’ only landmark and support as a crane holds them aloft, creating a visual dialogue between the rope and dancers. Night Festival at the Peranakan Museum 2013 23, 24, 30, 31 Aug, 7-11pm (for activities) Explore the Peranakan Museum after dark. During this late night opening, you can check out the contemporary art installation, Luminous Depths, catch exciting performances and participate in special activities in the galleries. The museum will be open until 2am. Peranakan Museum, 39 Armenian Street, www.peranakanmuseum.sg, Tel: 6332 7591

In 1963, art critic and columnist Marco Hsu wrote articles about the history of art in Malaya, and essays on the cultural history of the people of the Malayan Peninsula, which were compiled into a book. In this exhibition, also the 50th anniversary of the book's publication, NUS Museum uses art and artefacts he referred to, to raise questions of identity and nation building. NUS Museum, South and Southeast Asian Gallery, 50 Kent Ridge Crescent, Tel: 6516 8817

Based on the writings of Jun’ichiro Tanizaki, this powerful performance by a star-studded, allJapanese cast shows how closely beauty and violence are intertwined. Directed by Simon McBurney, who has been hailed as having changed the face of British theatre, it tells the compelling story of a rich, beautiful and cruel shamisen (musical string instrument) prodigy who tests the devotion of her dutiful servant. Esplanade Theatre, 1 Esplanade Drive, www.3titansoftheatre.com

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

Celio is having its Spring/ Summer 2013 end-ofseason sale until Sep 19. Get 40 per cent off with a minimum purchase of two pieces. Jay Gee & Citibank card members enjoy additional 5 per cent off. Celio stores are located at Takashimaya Shopping Centre, Plaza Singapura, CityLink Mall, Bugis+, Jem, and Suntec City.

Aimer Aimer introduces its latest collection of exquisite lingerie that showcases the beautiful harmonisation of East and West. Headlining this collection is Love at First Sight, a series inspired by classical Kun Qu opera masterpiece The Peony Pavilion. Prices start from $29.90.

 Ted Baker This season, British brand Ted Baker turns back time with Victorianinspired pieces with cameo pendants, rocking horse and tiara rings, and a crystallised bow headband. Ted Baker Jewellery retails from $85 to $128 and is available at JEM and The Centrepoint.

 Charles & Keith Home-grown brand Charles & Keith’s Signature Label Autumn 2013 collection features an array of pieces building on edgy looks with architectural volumes and extravagant embellishments. Expect a collection of rich tones in various types of footwear and accessories.

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 CORRIGENDUM: SLOGGI ZERO

Coach and Mattel have joined forces to create a collectible edition Coach Barbie Doll. Coach Barbie sports a Classic Duffel and wears the Class Trench in Tattersall and an ultra-suede skirt with turn-locks, all handcrafted by Coach. Coach Barbie will be available in Sep 2013 at Coach Wisma Atria. It will retail at $195.

 Tocco Tenero

The whimsical world of Tocco Tenero unveils the alluring colours of their signature Mila bag which will be available in red, pink and black. Tocco Tenero is located at Parco Millennia and Changi City Point.

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More laughs from the dynamic duo fly entertainment artistes Munah & Hirzi have delighted and given us more than a few laughs. We find out their latest antics By Cheryl Chia

school apart from my competitive desire to get good grades was that I knew I was going to get some hearty, gut-wrenching laughing sessions hanging out with Munah. Laughing makes you feel good, healthy and youthful. And that's why, until today, people don't believe when we tell them we're in our mid-20s. They think we're 12... I usually go along with it.

Munah and Hirzi remind us of the local version of Amanda and Marc from Ugly Betty. Sharp-tongued, witty and incredibly funny, the duo has come a long way since they started MunahHirziOfficial on YouTube in 2008. They have also starred in local productions on Suria channel and in Happily Ever Laughter, a standup comedy show. This dynamic duo share with us more of their antics. How did you both decide to get into comedy? Munah: Since the day we met, we've always understood each other’s sense of humour, so I think that kind of chemistry really helps us always find the funny in situations. Hirzi: We are natural pranksters even before 'comedy' became our 'thing'. Back in poly, the only thing that motivated me to come to

How do you come up with your skits and characters? M: Our characters and skits are based on what's going on but just exaggerated with some humour. We always believe that you deal with a situation or an issue better when you start looking at it in a light-hearted manner. H: I always like to think of myself more of a character actor than anything else, especially because I can pick up accents and mannerisms very easily. My character Corporal Hassan, for example, a cocky know-itall and suave policeman, was inspired by three different actual officers I know during my National Service stint with the [Police] Force. Sometimes when you're so into your character, you kinda get away with saying half the stuff Munah and Hirzi would never say on a normal basis... It's almost liberating. And the stuff that comes out of our characters is always priceless!

What is in the pipeline for Munah and Hirzi? M: In terms of YouTube, we are working on certain things to expand and branch out into something new. We’re excited and I definitely see ourselves doing it for a long time. Any memorable moments when filming? Both: There are just so many! M: But I think the more memorable ones are the ones with people involved. We include a lot of public interaction in our videos and I love it when we meet our followers while filming. We will make them join in our videos. It's like a motivation for us to keep doing what we do. I also really like it when our lovely foreign workers take part in our videos. I mean, these people are so sporting and they really enjoy being part of the process. It's so easy to work with them and they just make our video all the more interesting. I love them! You guys frequently film your skits on the MRT. Do commuters recognise you or think you are just crazy people in the train? M: Haha! A bit of both I guess. When they recognise us, they say “Hi” and we ask them to join us in our antics. Best part is – they do! So that's a lot of fun. Others who don't know who the heck we are just think we're a bunch of nuts. H: Sometimes I would rather they not know me because, when the camera is not on us, we're actually very normal people.

Once, I was sleeping in the train looking really unattractive, only to go home to a tweeted picture of it. So, yeah, I would rather not be recognised in public. LOL! If you could play any TV or movie character, which would it be? M: I don't have a particular character that I want to play, but I've always wanted to be an action hero! Like Lara Croft or the Black Widow, or GI Jane. H: Munah is clearly joking, because the girl cannot be sporty to save her life. Once, I made her run for a scene in our video and she looked like she was walking on coals. So unattractive, her run, OK! Haha! But, if I could be on any TV show, I've always either wanted to be on Glee, Friends or Ugly Betty, as a villain. I desire to be hated! Hirzi leaves this parting shot, “A lot of people are asking us where we have disappeared this year, but I tell them, relax man, Munah just graduated from NUS this July and I have my senior year to finish.” He adds, “MunahHirziOfficial believes in education too, you know. Hahaha! And, if you miss us so much, subscribe lah! We got weekly videos, you know!” Check out their antics at www.youtube.com.sg/user/ MunahHirziOfficial

Last issue, the images did not match the Sloggi Zero collection snippet. We apologise for this oversight. This is the correct image for the words. Sloggi Zero collection uses heat to bond the breathable material together. The Zero collection is practically seamless and moulds perfectly to your curves. Available at Sloggi counters from $29.90 to $79.90.

Clarity with WSDM Local brand WSDM has been making waves in the industry. We find out more By Cheryl Chia Seeking discernment through fashion is a tough feat and standing out in the crowd – in a good way – can be almost impossible with major brands carrying the same type of clothes. Local brand WSDM (pronounced as “Wisdom”) started with this idea in mind. Start of Something New “WSDM also stands for We Seek DiscernMent,” says Abel Lim, who created the brand in 2011 with his wife, Riane Toh. They both have a design background and a good eye for trends. Abel adds, “Singapore has limited menswear designers and they are usually either bespoke or office wear. We wanted to provide something different with street wear.” WSDM draws inspiration from daily life and “signifies a start and beginning”. He enthuses, “With every collection, we always want to put forth a positive image and optimism. We’ve realised a trend of brighter shades, textures and prints on Singaporean men and thus we incorporated that in our collections.” Unique Collections Their Spring/Summer 2013 range entitled More Than Life features large polka-dotted prints, candy-stripes and patches of colour on simple pieces such as cardigans, blazers, shirts and pants. The pair is currently planning for their upcoming Autumn/Winter 2013 collection with “earth tones matched with bright colours”, out in mid-September. WSDM has been worn by local celebrities such as Dai Yang Tian and on the set of Ah Boys to Men. WSDM is located at Parco Next Next in Millenia Walk.

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MOVIE PREVIEW 1

Red Mist is back with a more bad-ass name that we can’t print

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Fans will be glad to see Kick-Ass and Hit Girl return

More butt-kicking heroics

Alive and Kickin’ Kick-Ass’ (played by Aaron igilante superheroes Taylor-Johnson) bravery in the Kick-Ass, Hit Girl and last film inspired a new wave of the villainous Red Mist self-made masked crusaders. Lead return for the follow-up by Colonel Stars and Stripes (Jim to 2010’s worldwide hit Kick-Ass. Carrey), Kick-Ass joins them on patrol. Jim Carrey is a livewire as When these Colonel Stars-and-Stripes amateur superheroes are hunted down by old nemesis Red Mist (Christopher Mintz-Plasse) – who has been rechristened with a name that we can’t

print – only the blade-wielding Hit Girl (Chloe Grace Moretz) can prevent their annihilation. The Saga Continues We last saw junior assassin Hit Girl and Kick-Ass trying to live as normal teenagers, Mindy and Dave. With graduation looming and with Dave facing a quarterlife crisis, Dave decides to start the world’s first superhero team with Mindy. However, Mindy is caught sneaking out as Hit Girl and is forced to retire. Dave then joins forces with Justice Forever with born-again ex-mobster Colonel Stars and Stripes. With Every Action… With every action, there is an

From Snow White to Shadowhunter

MOVIE PREVIEW 2

The Mortal Instruments:

City of Bones The eagerly anticipated big screen adaptation of the fantasy series The Mortal Instruments finally comes to town The Shadowhunters have to square off against demons, warlocks, vampires and werewolves.

Based on Cassandra Clare’s fantasy- adventure series The Mortal Instruments, a seemingly ordinary young woman discovers a hidden world and extraordinary destiny. Innocence Shattered Clarissa “Clary” Fray (played by Lily Collins) has been living quietly in Brooklyn for as long as she can remember, when she suddenly starts to see startling

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and seemingly impossible things. Just as suddenly, her single mom (Lena Headey) disappears after a violent struggle. As she and her best friend Simon (Robert Sheehan) search for her mother, Clary begins to uncover the dark secrets and darker threats in the hidden world of the Shadowhunters, angel-human warriors who have protected humanity from evil forces for centuries.

Kick Ass Heroine Screenwriter Jessica Postigo Paquette was tasked with drafting three chapters in what is envisioned as a major franchise with an enviable heroine. “When I first read The Mortal Instruments, I fell in love with Clary Fray,” says Paquette. “She is no damsel in distress; in fact, she kicks ass. She is thrust into this parallel world that no one would ever have imagined even existed and handles it fearlessly,” adds Paquette. Surrounded by demons, warlocks, vampires, werewolves and other supernatural denizens of the Shadow World, Clary joins forces with young Shadowhunters Jace (Jamie Campbell Bower), Isabelle (Jemima West) and Alec (Kevin Zegers) to locate and to protect an ancient cup that holds the key to her mother’s future.

Kick-Ass 2 [M18] Director: Jeff Wadlow Starring: Chloe Grace Moretz, Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Jim Carrey Genre: Action, Comedy Run Time: 103 min Release: Aug 22

the characters stay true to their written form. The author herself approves of the film. “The fans will finally get to meet the characters that they’ve come to love,” she says. The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones [TBA] Director: Harald Zwart Starring: Lily Collins, Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Jamie Campbell Bower and Godfrey Gao Genre: Action, Fantasy, Adventure Run Time: 129 min Release: Aug 22

You don’t have to be a Jazz lover to appreciate and enjoy this album By Sonja Steinmetz

but talented he definitely is and he’s got a distinctly unique voice and point of view that set him apart. On “Momentum”, his sixth studio album, he shows us that there’s more to him than jazz. He infuses pop, funk and even some hip-hop (thanks to British rapper Roots Manuva) in this collection of 12 songs that will have you jigging along or reflecting pensively. How many artists can do that all in one album? Start your day with Sonja Steinmetz on The Power Breakfast Show, together with Hubert Tang and Jamie Yeo, on weekday mornings, 6am-10am, on Power 98.

Time to eat my words. Jamie Cullum’s biggest fan, I am not. Friends raved that he was amazing when he performed in Singapore but I wasn’t convinced. Besides, he looks like a hobbit. What an ignorant fool I was because after listening to his latest album, Momentum, I was dished a steaming hot serving of my own words that I sheepishly ate. The Standouts His opening track, “The Same Things”, is a good example of the exuberance and energy that one can expect from him on stage. He shows his cheeky side on the big band-inspired, horn-heavy throwback to the 1960s, “When I Get Famous”, and he’ll seduce you on “Pure Imagination”, where his pianoplaying and voice truly shine. Vintage Yet Progressive Jamie is one of the most talented and exciting musicians of our time. Ok, maybe that’s a little excessive

About Sonja Steinmetz DJ Sonja Steinmetz has hair like Maggi mee but is more of a ramen girl herself. She hasn’t met a cat she doesn’t like and enjoys yoga on Sunday afternoons. Tune in to her on Power 98FM.

television 2 Devin Grissom is a beautiful and spunky Southern belle

Will a city slicker or country boy emerge the winner? Whose intentions are pure and whose aren’t?

Chefs with Heart:

Teaching a man Sweet Home Alabama: Where the heart is to ‘fish’ episodes, airing on Aug 23 and 30, Chef Benny takes them on an orientation to Tekka after the apprentices finish the Food Hygiene Course.

Chefs Making a Difference Created by Josephine of Just Cinnamon, these at-risk youths will be taught by Chef Heman of Foodfest F&B Pte Ltd, Chef Willin Low of Wild Rockets Group, and lead trainer, Chef Benny Se Teo of Eighteen Chefs, who is the first Asian to be trained in Jamie Oliver’s famed restaurant, Fifteen. In the second and third

equal and opposite reaction from the super villain formerly known as the Red Mist. He assembles his own evil league and puts a plan into motion to make the duo pay for taking down his father. He neglects to factor in one thing in his quest for revenge: loyalty. You mess with one member of Justice Forever, you mess with them all. W

Journey of Discovery The crew constantly sought Cassandra Clare’s opinion while developing the script, ensuring

The first winning dish and trainee chef are revealed in the first few episodes

Reality programme Chefs with Heart features three celebrity chefs imparting cooking skills to at-risk, local youths, which enhances their employment opportunities in the F&B industry.

The coolest dude in Jazz is back

Kick-Ass 2:

Hit Girl and Kick-Ass are all grown up but still are as “kick ass” as ever

ENTERTAINMEN

Important Basic Skills At the colourful market, which offers a multitude of fresh produce, he introduces them to the types of ingredients, and teaches them how to choose young ginger. The young apprentices will also learn how to differentiate between the male and female crab, where the meatier portions are, and more. By starting with simple dishes, the youths will learn ingredients’ names, ways to cut, how to toss food in pans, how to add flavour, as well as plating and presentation. Where It Is Aired Catch this feel-good reality

“the youths will learn ingredients’ names, ways to cut, how to toss food...” show on Wednesday nights, or the episode any time after it is released. You can get culinary tips from the chefs as well as see the winning dish and the winner of the first food challenge. Episodes 2 and 3 are posted on Chefs with Heart’s YouTube channel at www. youtube.com/channel/ UCD2i9A6NO3ghfEUpYNm1rkA from Aug 14 and 21. Check out www.facebook. com/pages/Chefs-WithHeart/164480883718822 for updates and videos. Visit www.chefswithheartsg.com for more information.

Step aside The Bachelorette, there’s a new dating show in town

Follow Sweet Home Alabama on a journey to find true love and romance in the charming Deep South of the USA. Beautiful Southern belle Devin Grissom is searching for love, and may find it in the 20 men who are seeking to win her heart on the new reality dating series, Sweet Home Alabama on Sony Entertainment Television. City vs. Country Ten “city slickers” and ten country guys vie for her affection. In each new episode of the eight-part first season, Devin bids more of her suitors goodbye in the hope of finally finding the one she loves. The contestants come from diverse backgrounds such as a horse trainer, a bartender and a landscape company owner amongst the Southern men, to an entrepreneur, soldierturned-politician and stock broker amongst the city guys.

The cultures clash in the house where they all stay together, as the competition begins and rivalries emerge. Rural Dates to the Big Apple Devin will go on dates with her suitors through Southern experiences such as grills, roping cattle, sailboat trips, all-terrain vehicle rides through meadows, relaxing under the stars or at the beach, as well as enjoying the beautiful home comforts of the Alabama country. She will also venture out to the big city lights of New York City, to put to test the adage and find out

if home is truly where the heart is. Devin will also bring some of the suitors to a tornado-ravaged community of her hometown of Tuscaloosa to volunteer in the clean-up effort. Rules for Dating my Daughter True to the Southern spirit, Devin’s over-protective daddy joins the fray by scaring the men into revealing any “improper intentions” toward his little girl. Devin will have to decide whose hearts to break, to find her one true love. Sweet Home Alabama premieres on Aug 26, from Mondays to Fridays at 9.05pm, first and exclusively on Sony Entertainment Television, SingTel mio TV Channel 320. The journey is filled with excitement and romance

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Duck & Nest by Stellar

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Pinot & Duck? Who would’ve thought?

DO YOU HAVE

Durian Mooncake

Join Cloudy Bay on a delicious duck trail, around the finest restaurants in town From Aug 1 to Sep 30, 12 of Singapore's finest restaurants will be hosting the Cloudy Bay Pinot & Duck trail, each serving their specially-created duck dish paired with a glass of 2011 Cloudy Bay Pinot Noir, for diners to savour. Originating from New Zealand The practice started two years ago in New Zealand. Cloudy Bay winemaker Nick Lane shares this tasting note. "Cloudy Bay Pinot Noir 2011 boasts immense floral notes including violets, boronia and flowering wild thyme; wild strawberry, dark cherries and spice, balanced with rich forest floor, clove and savoury flavours, making it the perfect accompaniment for duck," he says. Classic Rotisserie Duck by Mezza9

Participating Restaurants The Participating restaurants include Mezza9, Man Fu Yuan, Yan Ting, Punjab Grill, Stellar as well as Golden Peony, all serving their version of duck accompanied with a glass of Cloudy Bay. Savour dishes such as Classic Rotisserie Duck, Tandoori Duck and Oven-Baked Thin Crust Roast Duck Pizza. Your palate is sure to be pleased by both duck and the pinot noir. Prices at the restaurants range from $35++ to $190++. Bookings are required for the respective restaurants. Visit www.cloudybaytrails.com. sg for a full list of restaurants.

“...Classic Rotisserie Duck, Tandoori Duck and Oven-Baked Thin Crust Roast Duck Pizza.”

Guihua Seaweed Mooncake

Golden Corn Seaweed Mooncake

Novel Flavours Hai Tien Lo’s new flavours this year include White Coffee with Red Bean Paste, Golden Corn Seaweed, Guihua (Osmanthus) Seaweed, and Oolong and Chrysanthemum Paste ($58 for eight). “Red bean paste has been a common filling used in other savoury pastries and I wanted to experiment with incorporating this flavour into a mooncake and pairing it with the rich aroma of white coffee,” says Chef Lai. He adds, “Combining the earthy taste of oolong and the floral tastes of chrysanthemum was a natural choice, while the umami taste of seaweed complements the subtle

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mooncakes Mid-Autumn is upon us and Hai Tien Lo’s Executive Chef Lai Tong Ping and his capable team present an assortment of petite snowskin mooncakes as well as traditional delights.

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sweetness of both the osmanthus and corn.” Durian lovers will be thrilled by Hai Tien Lo’s signature Durian Flavour Snowskin ($62 for eight). Traditional Bites Traditionalists will enjoy their baked White Lotus Seed Paste Mooncakes, Single or Double Yolk ($56-$60) as well as the new White Lotus Seed Paste Mooncake with Macadamia Nuts ($54). Presented in a multi-layered red box with traditional Chinese motifs in black, elegantly secured with red tassels, the mooncakes are also perfect as gifts for business associates and relatives. The mooncakes will be available at Hai Tien Lo (Level 3) and Pacific Marketplace (Level 1) from Aug 19 to Sep 19, 11am to 10pm. All prices subject to GST & service charge. Call 6826 8240 or e-mail celebrate. sin@panpacific.com for more information.

Walk into any Marble Slab Creamery, and you’ll soon discover that it’s not just any other ice cream parlour. The heady aroma of freshlybaked waffle cones in Matcha, Dark Chocolate or other mouthwatering flavours hits you the moment you step in. Be Spoilt for Choice Be spoilt for choice when deciding on your desired ice cream flavour, with familiar traditional favourites such as Sweet Cream, Chocolate Swiss and Strawberry, as well as unusual concoctions of Red Velvet Cake, Cheesecake, and Butter Pecan. But what sets Marble Slab Creamery apart is their wellknown “frozen slab” technique in preparing ice cream, and their combination of freshest fruits, finest nuts, sweetest candies and most

delicious cookies named “mixins”. Customised Perfectly Watch as they scoop the ice cream onto a frozen marble slab, and the magic of customising your very own dessert begins. Your server will deftly blend your choice of mixins into the ice cream, and pile it on your chosen waffle cone, which is hand-rolled and baked on-site too. Voila, your fresh, customised dessert is ready. Enjoy your ice cream, and have it the Marble Slab Creamery way, again and again. Visit www.marbleslab. com.sg for more information, or pop by any of their outlets at Bugis +, Central, Junction 8, Kallang Leisure Park, Causeway Point, 112 Katong, Changi City Point, JCube, The Star Vista and Plaza Singapura.

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BALI EATS

Bali is a land of wonderful temples. In Jimabaran, Chef Kevin Cherkas and his partner, virginia entizne, have built another place of worship – for food – called Cuca

RECIPE 1 Colourful and fruity, a classic cleverly recreated

Painstakingly Curated From forks to furniture, every item in his restaurant, Cuca, is painstakingly designed to celebrate the art of cooking and dining. For example, Cuca, located in Jimbaran in Bali, has an impressive 8m-long teak counter that is slightly elevated, so that guests can directly face the open kitchen, as if in front-row seats attending a performance. Refreshing Highlights His culinary performance does not disappoint. Among his signature dishes at Cuca is the Chilled Watermelon Salad, an outrageously flavourful concoction of watermelon, calamansi, radish, fresh seaweed,

sesame and cilantro. From the cocktail menu, “Pink Lime” stands out. It is a frozen combination of fresh lime juice, honey and gin, topped with soda meringue. Truly special from the desserts category is “Cocoa 8”, a warm dark mousse made from exceptional local chocolate with mint ice cream and chocolate cake croutons. For anyone who worships culinary delights, Cuca is worth the culinary pilgrimage to Jimbaran. About Kevin Cherkas – Chef/Restaurateur Chef Kevin Cherkas has an enviable track record. In Spain, he honed his skills at the three Michelin star Arzak Restaurant in San Sebastian, three Michelin star El Bulli in Roses, and two Michelin star La Broche in Madrid. He has also left his mark in New York during his tenure with Daniel Boulud at his highly regarded three Michelin star Daniel restaurant. As testament to his culinary

Tokyo’s Tsukiji Market

Best of East & West The seafood market has an attached eatery serving both Western and Japanese styles of seafood. The International section stocks seafood from Australia, North America, United Kingdom, South Africa, Norway and other parts of Europe. Oceans of Seafood also tries to purchase directly from the fishers, bypassing the middlemen, and to pass the savings on the customers. It also brings in farmed and, on occasion, wild bluefin and

yellowfin tuna from Australia, flying fish, Hokkaido hairy crabs and snow crabs, arkshell, sea urchin and octopus legs from Tsukiji Market in Tokyo for the fresh experience found in Japan. Extensive Range Diners can choose from over 70 sushi and sashimi items on the a la carte menu or even pick your own fish from the ice-bed and have the chef prepare it on the spot, with a nominal charge. We were lucky to taste the Northern bluefin tuna which comes from the wild. Spring for the pricier fatty belly of the tuna (otoro and chutoro); you will not regret it. Should you want your sashimi served in a sculpted ice-bowl, give them ample notice for preparation for a truly impressive presentation of a fish dish.

A playful variant on a Spanish classic – iced fruit cubes and mixed wine.

Ingredients • ¼ cup of red wine • ½ shot of vanilla brandy* • ½ cup of soda water • 1 tablespoon of sugar

RECIPE 2

A culinary delight you can create in your own home

Oceans of Seafood at Pasar Bella offers pristine cuts of fresh seafood

Japanese vs. International The Japanese section seats 80 people while the International section seats 60. Both sides allow cross orders. The International side serves boiled seafood with a selection of sauces. The cooking is deliberately simple to showcase the freshness of seafood, paired with sauces such as garlic butter, sambal, black pepper and miso butter. Choose from live lobsters, crabs and shellfish. Oceans of Seafood also stocks Japanese rice, sauces and condiments and fresh produce such as grapes, melons and peaches. Oceans of Seafood, Pasar Bella, #02-K2-11, The Grandstand, 200 Turf Club Road, Singapore 287994, Tel: 6466 1005

*Vanilla brandy: Cut 5 pieces of vanilla bean into bits. Put into brandy bottle, and steep at room temperature for a week to infuse. Step 2 • Make the iced fruit. • Juice fruits individually. Strain the juice to remove pulp. • Freeze juice in ice cube trays.

3. Place in rice cooker and cook. Once cooked, stir gently and keep it in the cooker until needed. Preparing the prawns: 1. Clean the fresh prawns and slice them into thin slices. 2. Save the shells and heads for making the broth.

INGREDIENTS • 1 cup of rice • 2 cups of water • 50g of butter • 2 teaspoons of paprika • 1 teaspoon of sea salt • 1 piece of Mandarin zest • 20 pieces of tiger prawn, fresh • 4 pieces of red capsicum • 1 bunch of basil leaves • Prawn shells and heads from the tiger prawns • 2 litres of water • 2 pieces of tomato • 1 leaf of kaffir lime chopped

Cuca Restaurant (adjacent to Kayumanis Jimbaran Private Estate and Spa), Jimbaran, Bali, www.cucaflavor.com

• 1 tablespoon of lemon juice

Ingredients • 1 cup of pineapple juice • 1 cup of tangerine juice • 1 cup of watermelon juice • 1 cup of pink guava juice • 1 cup of yellow watermelon juice • 1 cup of grape juice Step 3 • Place the ice cubes in a glass and serve the red wine mix separately, allowing your friends to pour it over the ice cubes.

Deep Ocean Tiger Prawn Puddle

talent, he is the recipient of numerous awards. These include gold and silver medals from around the world. More recently, Chef Kevin helmed BLU at Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore. His latest baby is Cuca Restaurant in Jimbaran Bali.

in Singapore? Since Pasar Bella opened its doors at The Grandstand, the artisanal farmers market has seen massive crowds on the weekends jostling for a glimpse and a taste. Oceans of Seafood is one of the star attractions with its impressive display of fresh seafood on ice.

Sun-Gria Step 1 • Create the red wine mix. Mix the brandy with red wine and soda. Stir gently so as not to remove the bubbles from the soda.

Cuca – a restaurant for Chef Kevin Cherkas is a purist who practices what he preaches. Whether it’s batch-made butter from local cows to exotic seaweed only available in the remote areas of Bali, his obsession with this belief drives him to make culinary masterpieces from ingredients that are 100 per cent local.

FOODMANI

A Cuca experience in your own home! At the request of Weekender, Chef Cherkas, of Cuca Restaurant in Jimbaran, Bali, has graciously shared with us his recipes for some of his favourite concoctions.

By Frank Young

the gourmand purist

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METHOD Preparing the rice: 1. Rinse the rice under running water for 1 minute, shaking and rubbing it. Then, strain it. 2. Mix rice with water, salt and butter and mix well.

Preparing the capsicum: 1. In a large bowl, mix the capsicum with a little oil and salt. 2. Place it on the baking sheet with skin side up, and cook in a hot oven at 200 degrees Celsius for 10-15 minutes. 3. Remove from the oven and put in a bowl, and cover. Let it sit for 10 minutes. 4. Remove from bowl and remove skin of pepper. 5. Cut into pieces. Preparing the basil: 1. Remove leaves from the stem. Place in ice water for 3 minutes to refresh. 2. Remove from ice water and dry on paper towel. Store in chiller until needed. Preparing the prawn stock: 1. Roast shells in oven at 160

degrees Celsius for 15 minutes. 2. Puree tomato in blender for 1 minute on “High”. 3. Add shells, water and tomato puree to a pot. 4. Bring to boil and simmer slowly for 90 minutes. 5. Strain and force mixture to remove all the water out. 6. Reduce stock by half and add the kaffir lime. 7. Mix a little corn starch with water and add it to the boiling broth. Cook for 1 minute and then strain it. 8. Add prawn meat and roast capsicum, and cook for 1 minute to make sure prawn is cooked. Note: Serve immediately over the rice. The prawn broth should be thick to prevent it from soaking into the rice too much. Serving: 1. Place crispy fried shallots at the bottom of the bowl. 2. Remove a scoop of rice from the cooker and pack it gently into bottom of the serving bowl. 3. Gently spoon the thickened broth and garnish over the rice. 4. Finish by placing the basil leaves over the broth.

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OODMANIA Tantalising treats at 7-Eleven Indulge in 7-Eleven’s newlylaunched coin prata, creamy Chicken pie and cheesy mash and sausages, at any time

is beaten to make it soft. If you need something wholesome and satisfying, the Creamy Chicken Pie ($3.30) hits the spot with soft succulent pieces of chicken in a rich cream sauce. The pies are individually packed and can be conveniently heated up in the microwave, in under a minute.

Cheesy Mash & Sausages

When the munchies hit or you’re in a rush, why not stop by at your neighbourhood 7-Eleven for a quick yet flavourful bite? You will quickly be satisfied by the range of ready-to-eat meals and quick bites. 7-Eleven carries a wide selection of ready-to-eat meals in its convenience stores such as its Cheesy Mash and Sausages which launched in May, Butter Chicken Biryani and Singapore Black Carrot Cake. Other local delights available at 7-Eleven includes Soya Sauce Chicken Rice, Macaroni & Cheese and Sin Chow Bee Hoon. Choose from the Quick Bites selection for a quick and satisfying pick-me-up. These delicious bites are vacuum-sealed to maintain their freshness and moisture level when heated. They also contain no MSG or preservatives. New Additions 7-Eleven has added Coin Prata with Curry Chicken as well as Creamy Chicken Pie to the range. The Coin Prata with Curry Chicken ($2.90) or kerela parotta are convenient bite-sized pratas that are rolled up after being flattened in to a thin strip and then flattened again to make it look like bread with circular layers. After it’s cooked, the prata

Offers Abound For a limited time, from Aug 14, 2013 to Sep 10, 2013, three delicious treats from 7-Eleven will be offered at a discounted price. The Coin Prata with Curry Chicken, the Cheesy Mash and Sausages (a snack with cocktail cheese sausages with creamy mashed potatoes and mozzarella cheese) and the Creamy Chicken Pie will be on sale at a promotional price of $2.60 each. These products mentioned above are also halal and are available at any time of the day, whenever your cravings strike. Try these easy coin pratas at your nearest 7-Eleven for a convenient and fulfilling meal. While stocks last.

Olive rice recipe

Ingredients • 600g of Royal Umbrella Thai Hom Mali Rice • 720ml of water • 90g of Chinese black olives (chopped coarsely) • 2 pieces of Fortune Chinese Tofu (small cubes) • 125g of frozen mixed vegetables • ½ tsp of sugar • ½ tsp of salt • 1 tbsp of dried shrimp (ground) • 2 tbsp of Golden Circle Sunflower Oil • 2 small onions (sliced) • 3 garlic cloves (crushed) • 1 stalk of spring onion

TIP: Use a little less water if you prefer fluffy rice.

for garnish

or until fragrant then add dried shrimp. 4. Add cooked rice, salt and sugar. Stir well and cook over high heat for 2-3 minutes. 5. Add mixed vegetables and tofu and stir-fry thoroughly. 6. Garnish with spring onions and serve hot.

METHOD 1. Cook rice with water for 30 minutes. 2. Heat oil in wok. Fry onion and garlic until lightly brown. Set aside. 3. Bring onion and garlic into wok, add black olives. Fry for a minute

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FAMILY & FRIENDS Dealing with Teens: Part

Discipline & Responsibility

FOUR

Nurul Hanifah Born Oct 5, 2012

The fourth part in a series of questions and answers on teenagers

Felicia Liu Born Aug 31, 2012

Here is the fourth question on teenagers, on discipline and responsibility, with some answers from Focus on the Family. Question: My preteen lacks maturity. He's not disobedient or defiant, just irresponsible. For example, he doesn’t put things away – he leaves his bike unlocked outside of the house where it could easily be stolen, and I'm constantly tripping over his clothes, shoes and toys. How should I discipline him when he persists in this kind of behaviour? Answer: Every parent has his or her own method of handling such challenges, and there’s a sense in which we’re hesitant to impose our perspective on your personal style. At the same time, we feel pretty certain that rigid “discipline” isn’t the best way of dealing with a situation like the one you’ve described. As a matter of fact, a hard-nosed approach could prove counter-productive. You don’t want to do anything that might have the effect of pushing your child over the line and transforming thoughtless irresponsibility into premeditated rebellion. Natural Consequences To the extent that you can, we recommend you take full advantage of natural consequences. The bicycle left outside the house is a perfect case in point. If you live in a neighbourhood where theft is a real danger, warn your son of the potential results of his negligence. A word or two should suffice — constant nagging isn’t necessary. After that, see if you can dredge up the courage to sit back and let

events unfold as they will. If the bike is stolen, so be it. If the boy comes to you complaining of his misfortunes and asking for a new one, calmly explain that you aren’t in a position to replace the bicycle at this time. Maybe he’ll get the point that it pays to put things away in a safe place. Managing “Zones” When it comes to his shoes, socks, clothes, and toys, you can appeal to a similar motivation by adopting the following plan: Using a strip of masking tape, mark off a boundary — probably at the door of his room — between his personal “messy zone” and the habitable portions of the house where other members of the family are expected to live. Then say, “Inside the ‘messy zone’ you can do as you please. But if you want anything that’s been left on the floor outside the ‘messy zone,’ make sure you pick it up before bedtime. After that, it will be confiscated and placed in quarantine until you have enough money to buy it back. The going price is one dollar.” If nothing else, this is a good way to reduce clutter in the house. It can also provide you

with a handy fund of money for fun family outings or pizza-andmovie nights. Other Options If these strategies don’t work, and if you come to the conclusion that there may be something more serious going on – for example, if you suspect that there are physical or emotional causes, such as ADHD, for your child’s inability to concentrate and follow through on simple tasks and responsibilities – you may want to make an appointment with a family counsellor who is trained to diagnose such conditions. A trained counsellor can help you come up with a plan for dealing with the problem. If you would like more help, Focus on the Family Singapore offers counselling at our office. To make an appointment with a counsellor, simply call us at 6491 0700 or write to counseling@ family.org.sg.

HELLO

Babies - aren’t they the cutest things ever? That’s why Weekender dedicates a section to your adorable darlings in diapers. Send us your favourite photos of your newborn, so the rest of us can coo and ‘ahh’ over him / her too! What better way is there to celebrate your child than to share him / her with the rest of the world?

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Journey East Revamps Showroom  Journey East recently launched its newly-revamped showroom at Tan Boon Liat Building. The launch also officially revealed new reclaimed teak wood collections from d-Bodhi, “Touch” and “Look”. The Touch collection seeks to embody a woman’s feminine strength, and is distinguishable by a soft floral design that radiates a sense of peace and calm, combined with lean tapered legs that suggest graceful power. The Look collection features a muted blue distress-finish stripped back to reveal the rich teak colour underneath. Combined with brushed iron legs and bases, the Look collection hearkens back to the rustic origins of the reclaimed wood, which are old buildings from where the teak is recycled. The launch for the media and partners was followed by a two-day event over the weekend themed “I Choose to Enjoy the Beautiful Things in Life”. Pop-up stores at the event featured boutique fashion retailers Daughter and In Good Company, artisanal jewellery makers My Vintage Jewel Box, and handcrafted crochet toys from BFF In Good Company. The Providore and 6 Drunk Men ensured that there was plenty of gourmet cheese and beers for visitors.

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Fun and

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home additions From restored vintage furniture to kitchen appliances by chef Jamie Oliver to rugs by a Dutch artist, these will make great additions to your home

 Domicil Artist Rugs German contemporary furniture brand Domicil has recently launched a series of rugs in collaboration with Dutch artist Klaas Gubbels. The hand-tufted rugs are made from 100 per cent New Zealand wool and are the canvases for Gubbels’ iconic paintings of coffee pots – a recurring motif and quite nearly the exclusive subject of his works. Klaas Gubbels was born in 1934 and is hailed as one of most popular visual artists in the Netherlands. Gubbels’ paintings and sculptures are displayed in museums such as the Gemeentemuseum Den Haag in The Hague and are sold by leading auction houses Christie’s and Sotheby’s. Domicil is a premium furniture brand established in 1978 in Germany. In 2005, it was ranked among the top 20 German luxury brands. Domicil marries contemporary European design with fine craftsmanship in its collection of modern living and dining room furniture. This collaboration is part of Domicil’s Contemporary Arts Series which aims to bridge cultures and celebrate differences through art, using furniture as a vehicle to bring art into people’s homes and everyday lives. In 2010 and 2011, Domicil collaborated with Chinese artists Xue Song and Pan Wei. The showroom is located at 56 Tanglin Road, #02-01/02, Singapore 247964. Tel: 6735 0511. Opening hours are 11am-7pm, Mon to Fri, and 11am-8pm on weekends and public holidays.

 Philips Jamie Oliver Range  The new Philips Jamie Oliver range of kitchen tools make cooking easy and fun, the Jamie Oliver way. Understanding consumers’ desires for a set of kitchen tools that is troublefree, efficient and complementary to any kitchen setting, Philips has partnered with Chef Jamie Oliver to develop a range of innovative kitchen appliances. The Philips Jamie Oliver Food Processor HR7782, Philips Jamie Oliver Hand Blender HR1680, and Philips Jamie Oliver Blender HR2172 are made to give the user greater ease of food preparation and meal creation. These simple tools make cooking delicious meals easier for the busy parents, young aspiring chefs or even grandparents. Each of the Philips Jamie Oliver products comes with exclusive recipes from Jamie to help prepare a range of easy, fresh dishes for the family. The Philips Jamie Oliver Food Processor HR7782 (RRP $268), Philips Jamie Oliver Hand Blender HR1680 (RRP $108) and Philips Jamie Oliver Blender HR2172 (RRP $128) are available at major department stores, leading electronics stores and selected authorised dealers. W

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The rustic paddy fields of Bali

SHORT HAUL

Part

TWO

EAT, PLAY, LOVE

in Bali

In this second part on Bali, Eunice Yap and Frank Young discover some new firsts in eating, playing and loving it in Ubud

The weather can be a little unpredictable but the comfort of the villa is sweet solace

s an island more than eight times the size of Singapore, Bali has many popular areas serving tourists looking for beach holidays, except one: Ubud. “Ubud” is a name derived from the Balinese word “ubad”, which means “medicine”. This is a reference to the medicinal herbs available naturally in this area. Since the 1930s, Ubud has been an enclave for foreign artists. This was started by William Spies, a European painter whose residence and work in Bali inspired more western artists to help to develop Ubud into what it is today: the cultural centre of Bali. In 2010, the story of Eat, Pray, Love (which was later turned into a commercially successful film) was set in Ubud. The story is about a woman who seeks balance through traditional spirituality, leading to romance. This story has inspired more people to seek something more than great beaches. As one departs from the Southern shores of Bali and moves North towards Ubud, there is a noticeable change in the scenery. Touristy signs began to disappear as we passed more trade villages with their intricate sculptures for sale, temples which became progressively lavish and ornate and, finally, the terraced paddy fields which appeared artistically-crafted into the hillsides. Roll down your windows and allow the cool and fresh air to embrace you. The weather can be a little unpredictable sometimes, so be prepared for showers of blessings at any time of the day. We arrived at the Kayumanis Ubud Private Villa & Spa, which is nestled in a lush landscape of cinnamon trees and fragrant blooms, overlooking the forest and Ayung River. Before entering our villa for the first time, the butler requested that we participate in a Balinese ritual. We were asked to remove our sandals. Then, with a ladle full of water from a Balinese water vessel, he rinsed our feet three times – a ritual to cleanse our body, mind and spirit, so we were told. The ritual and personal butler experience was a first for us.

As the flagship resort, the villas at the Kayumanis Ubud were impeccable. There was a large private pool surrounded by mature, lush landscaping, an open-concept living room area, a kitchen area where your personal chef caters to all your dining needs and a wonderfullycosy bedroom with adjacent outdoor bathroom and shower – all in about 3,700 square feet of space – to help rejuvenate the senses.

EAT Apart from spending time basking in our very own private pool, we took the time to sample the local delights in Ubud, which we reckoned was more authentic than in downtown Bali. As part of the package, the butler chauffeured us about, made recommendations and all the necessary reservations. As another first, we went to try the signature crispy duck and duck with sambal hijau, a potent concoction of green chilli paste

penyet (fermented soya beans with special chilli sauce), sop buntut (oxtail soup with mixed vegetables), iga sapi penyet (similar to our version of beef rendang) and opur ayam (green curry chicken). A sumptuous meal for two will not cost you more than S$20!

PLAY We also decided to balance our generous intake with an early morning trek, guided by the resort’s butler. Starting from Ibah, a quaint rural village, this is a relaxing and therapeutic 45-minute walk that allowed us to experience some of Ubud’s most scenic landscapes, traditional rice paddies, a quaint artisan village (specialising in eggshell painting) and the alluring beauty of the Campuhan and Oos river valleys. This remarkable excursion ends at another delightful rural village, Bangkiang Sidem. For those who need to do that little bit of shopping, go to the Ubud Market (a mere 10-minute walk from Ibu Oka’s Babi Guling) to get local fare such as batik shirts, tie-dye T-shirts, key chains, sarongs, cushion covers, paintings and souvenirs. Go up to the second level and remember to negotiate and be bold to ask for a 50 per cent discount!

“Apart from spending time basking in our very own private pool, we took the time to sample the local delights in Ubud...”

The outdoor shower

Sweet potato rice with a side of green chilli

Warung Pulau Kelapa organic restaurant

Unique Balinese rojak

and some secret ingredients, at the famed Bebek Begil Dirty Duck Diner. (I would recommend that you come during the off-peak hours to get a strategic table with a panoramic view of the adjacent paddy fields.) The duck dishes are good on their own with their specialty sambal but you can couple it with gado-gado (a salad topped with peanut sauce and with prawn crackers at the side). Wash it down with fresh coconut juice, or go local with Bintang beer. The other must-try, and another first for us, is Ibu Oka’s Warung Babi Guling (roasted pork). The “Pisah” at Rp 60,000 (with soup) and “Special” at Rp 40,000 are like our version of chap chye png (economical rice) with rice, vegetables, pork roll, meat and crispy skin. If you are totally “meat-ed out”, try Warung Pulau Kelapa, an organic restaurant with a refined twist to Balinese cuisine – we feasted and ordered tempeh

LOVING IT On the day before our departure, we succumbed to some pampering at the Kayumanis Spa. Located across the river with a bridge from the main resort complex, the five spa pavilions are tucked away in a secluded and picturesque valley landscape, together with a swimming pool and open-air pavilion for yoga and meditation. This is truly sublime whilst you let your body, mind and spirit succumb to the natural healing. If they say that Bali is the “Island of the Gods”, we would say that the Gods reside in Ubud – there is something magical about this place which inspires and rejuvenates visitors from all over the world. Though we have been here many times, there are always more “firsts” to love about Ubud. W

The duck had a crispy skin

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