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 Rev Up Singapore Until 23 Sep In one of the F1 trackside highlights, 2,500 Singaporeans will have a front-seat view of the team garages at the Pit Buildin g, enjoy the carnival atmosphere and explore the interactive game stations on Sep 19. Grand Prix will also be visiting schools to give students an insight into F1, and Orchard Road will be transformed into a shopping circuit with F1 merchandise pop-up stores, with chances to win limited edition F1 goodies.

NEW! Go Kart @ *SCAPE 14 & 15 Sep (7-9pm), 22 Sep (12pm-9pm), $35, $40, $45 Manoeuvre your way through the curves at Orchard Road’s first go-karting event. Tickets are only sold at the door, on a first-come-first-serve basis. *SCAPE Playspace, 2 Orchard Link, www.scape.com.sg, Tel: 6735 4144

changing coastline of Singapore. Galerie Steph, 39 Keppel Road, Tanjong Pagar Distripark,#01-05, www.galeriesteph.com

1 World Music Festival 20-21 Sep, 6pm, $88, $98, $118, $150, $300, $500 Jive to electrifying performances under the night sky at the Marina Barrage with musical stars such as Moby, Tinie Tempah, Far East Movement, Orbital, Infected Mushroom, Yuna, Iggy Azalea, Amadeus and many more! Marina Barrage, 260 Marina Way FREE! NEW! A SURVEY OF THE SINGAPORE PSYCHOGEOGRAPHICAL SOCIETY Until 12 Oct, 12-7pm, Closed on Sun, Mon & Public Holidays Local artist Debbie Ding, who works under the pseudonym of the Singapore Psychogeographical Society, presents a series of works about the constantly

FREE! Chinese Theatre Festival Until 29 Sep, various times Treat yourself and your kids to fresh takes on legendary war heroine Mulan, and a riveting puppet show by Taiwan’s Flying Group Theatre, and contemporary fables inspired by Chinese philosopher Zhuangzi at this festival of Chinese theatre classics. Various venues, www.practice.org.sg FREE! EKO NUGROHO: WE ARE WHAT WE MASK Until 9 Oct, 10am-6pm daily, Closed on Sun & Public Holidays; Mon by appointment only This exhibition comprises 70 artworks produced by the famous Indonesian artist during his residency at STPI, which are influenced by Mexican wrestling masks, early Islamic headdress and biohazard protective headgear. Singapore Tyler Print Institute, 41 Robertson Quay, www.stpi.com.sg, Tel: 6336 3663

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WORTH $40 TO ADMIT A FAMILY OF 5! About U Picnic U Picnic is back, bigger and better. This year's U Picnic will see a whimsical theme, perfect for children and the whole family. Amazing performances and enchanting activities include Candy House, Sky Ballet Dancing, Unicorn Riding, Sparkles & Star Dust activities, Sand Art, Speed Painting and a whole lot more! The fun doesn't end there. Aside from the fabulous gift basket packed with goodies, those who come for U Picnic will also stand a chance to win attractive prizes from contests and competitions that will be taking place there. This whimsical family picnic event will be held on Oct 5, 5pm to 9pm, at West Coast Park. Don’t miss out on a fun day for the whole family.

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NTUC's picnic event theme this year is whimsical, with family-centric entertainment such as stage performances, and activities such as sky ballet dancing, unicorn riding, and Star Dust activities. The Candy House will delight children as they indulge in assorted candies, and a Potion Store will serve juices and beverages. There are also attractive prizes to be won. Register at plus.bigdeal.sg/upicnic2013.html West Coast Park, 71 West Coast Highway, www.ufamily.org.sg

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 Closing Concerts for F1 20-23 Sep, various times, $98, $148 Expect an exhilarating treat with an electrifying lineup of artistes such as The Killers (Sat), Rihanna (Sun), Justin Bieber (Mon), BigBang, Owl City, and Tom Jones in town to perform for the closing concerts. An English illusionist, a cabaret using dramatic paper costumes, as well as local bands such as The Sam Willows, and Vocaluptuous will also be performing. Justin Bieber and Owl City concerts are separately ticketed. Visit www.singaporegp.sg for more info. Tickets from Sistic. Padang Stage, Connaught Drive

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The Podium  Lounge 2013 20-22 Sep, 10pm onwards, $138, $258, $458 Rub shoulders with race drivers, celebrities, Asian royalty, ambassadors, models and musicians at the after-race party. The party will be headlined by UK DJ Seb Fontaine, with Sander Kleinenberg, Stephen Day and more, spinning groovy dance tunes through the night. The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore, 7 Raffles Avenue, www.ritzcarlton. com, Tel: 6337 8888

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vigour and control and engulf the viewer in a different realm. Indigo Blue Art, 33 Neil Road, www.indigoblueart.com, Tel: 63721719 Whisky Tasting: An Introduction to Speyside Single Malt 3 Oct, 7.30-9.30pm, $60 (Includes 4 drams of single malt and finger food) Sample many limited-edition single-casks malts from four of the region's top distilleries, with guided tasting notes, the story of the distilleries, and some fascinating insights into the broader world of Scotch whisky. Owl's Brew, 146 Mackenzie Road, www.eventbrite.sg, Tel: 9146 5356

Preview Choice event picks coming in a month or more FREE! NEW! A Changed World: Singapore Art 1950s–1970s 25 Oct - 16 Mar 2014, 10am-6pm daily A Changed World explores the development of Singapore post-war, expressing the artists' responses to changes in Singapore's political, economic, social and urban landscape as our artistic and national consciousness began to emerge and our identity, solidified. National Museum of Singapore, Exhibition Gallery 2, Basement, 93 Stamford Road, www.nationalmuseum.sg, Tel: 6332 3659 FREE! NEW! Love Hurts - Tales from the Heartland 23 Oct - 21 Nov, 11am – 7pm (Mon-Fri), 12-6pm (Sat), Closed on Sunday & public holidays This solo exhibition by Gilles Massot looks at crosscultural identities in a globalised world using pop culture references such as karaoke videos and TV soap operas. Objectifs Gallery, 56A Arab Street, www.objectifs.com.sg, Tel: 6293 9782

Performed on an intimate Elizabethan-style stage, the all-female cast, a troupe of travelling players, breathes new life into Shakespeare’s most outrageous comedy about two wealthy sisters who must be married off. The modest, demure Bianca has many suitors, but her wild, shrewish sister Katherina must first be married off, possibly to the equally strong-willed and perverse Petruchio. Tickets from Sistic. Fort Canning Park, Fort Gate, Cox Terrace, www.aba-productions.com

NEW! FREE! Food For Thought 18 Sep, 8pm NUS Guitar Ensemble seeks to provoke the audience to think more about food than just the taste itself, and to bring out passion between two lovers, the diligence of palace maids and social tensions of the past through a varied repertoire of music. University Cultural Centre, 50 Kent Ridge Crescent, NUS, www.nus.edu.sg/cfa, Tel: 6516 2492 NEW! Jurong Spring Multi-racial Mid-Autumn Festival 2013 14 Sep, 6.30-9.30pm, $2 Have a simple mid-autumn celebration with a variety show, lion dance performances, lantern riddles, mooncake making, Chinese calligraphy, and more. There will also be free ice cream, popcorn and candy floss. Get your tickets from the Community Club, Shuqun Primary School, or Rulang Primary School. Jurong Spring Community Club, Block 454, Jurong West Street 42, www.jurongspring.sg, Tel: 6665 9631 NEW! My Queenstown Festival 22 & 29 Sep, 2.30pm (Sun), $20 Queenstown's story began in the squalid slums of the city, leading to the development of the first satellite town. Tapestry Playback Theatre presents a playback theatre show based on the personal stories of residents in Queenstown. Tickets from Sistic. Queenstown Community Centre Auditorium, 365 Commonwealth Avenue, Tel: 6474 1681 NEW! National Skin Centre Public Forum: Eczema 14 Sep, 2.30-5pm, $8 Medical professionals will speak on the causes of eczema, preventing eczema in children, treatment options besides steroids, and how to be free of eczema for a lifetime. Register at www.nsc.gov.sg; and you will also get a goodie bag and light refreshment. SMU, Administrative Building, Level 5, Tel: 6350 8231 FREE! NEW! Silver Arts – Celebrating Seniors and the Arts Until 15 Sep, various times The Silver Arts Exhibition shows the artistic talents of seniors, who were assisted by five local artists in creating photo journals of yesteryears’ memories, paintings, rangoli art (Indian folk art), ceramic sculptures and sound art. Other seniors can participate in the workshops, performances and exhibitions that advocate meaningful aging through the arts. Various locations, nac.gov.sg

Coming Soon Mark your calendars for these events happening in three to four weeks FREE! NEW! Peregrination of Colour 10 Oct-22 Nov, 11am-6pm (Mon-Sat), Closed on Sun & Public Holidays Sujata Bajaj's first solo exhibition captures harmony and disorder with what she describes as "a dance of colours" in her paintings. Fiery reds, intense blues and incandescent yellow ochre in her paintings convey

BJORN AGAIN In Singapore 8 & 9 Nov, 8pm (Fri), 2.30pm, 8pm (Sat), $45 The only ABBA show endorsed by the ABBA members, Bjorn Again's action-packed show will feature ABBA's greatest hits. Listen to Take a Chance on Me and Knowing Me Knowing You, and other classics performed Bjorn Again style. Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Avenue, www.bjornagain.com.au, Tel: 6688 8826 Bloomberg Square Mile Relay 24 Oct, 6pm, $995 (Early bird discount; for 10 runners), $1,250 Happening outside of the UK for the first time, this inaugural Singapore edition will see 200 corporate teams of ten runners racing a one-mile course through the Central Business District. Register at www. squaremilerelay.com/singapore/register-your-team by Sep 20 for the early bird discount. The Promontory @Marina Bay, 11 Marina Boulevard, Tel: 6329 3535 NEW! The Merchants of Bollywood 5-10 Nov, 8pm (Mon-Fri); 4pm, 8pm (Sat & Sun) This theatrical dance charts the enchanting history of this prolific film industry and a dynasty of Bollywood stars in a fictional story of a young girl, her grandfather and their love for dance. With swirling colours in costumes and sets and high-energy music, this lavish production will reveal to the audience the role Bollywood plays in the Indian society. Tickets from Sistic. MasterCard Theatres, www.merchantsofbollywood.com.au, Tel: 6688 8826

VOLUNTEER EVENTS Lend a hand or spend your time meaningfully NEW! FREE! Donor Recruitment Drive @ NTU 17 Sep, 9am-5pm The Bone Marrow Donor Programme (BDMP) is a non-profit organisation which builds and manages a register of volunteers willing to donate their bone marrow to patients with leukaemia and other bloodrelated diseases. Check out their donation drive which aims to educate and recruit donors to expand BDMP's registry. Nanyang Technological University, 50 Nanyang Avenue, www.bmdp.org Volunteer with SPCA Various times and days If you are an animal-lover with time on your hands, why not volunteer at an animal shelter for discarded animals? You can help walk dogs, clean cages, or feed animals. Volunteers must be at least 17 years old, be committed for four consecutive months weekly or fortnightly. Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA), 31 Mount Vernon Road, www.spca.org.sg FREE! 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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seemingly very different, and the journey of the story is the way in which those two characters find their way to each other,” says Platt. “Here were two guys who don’t want to be in the same general vicinity of each other, but who are forced to work together and learn something about each other and themselves in the process,” he says.

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Denzel Washington and Mark Wahlberg make a dynamic duo on the run

2 Guns: hits such as “Lights” and “I Need Your Love” on my playlist.

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Gould’ Gaga’s “Applause”, she topped the UK Singles Chart with ease, proving to be one of the UK’s most popular acts.

Steadily climbing the ladder of pop stardom, Ellie Goulding proves her worth By Charmaine Phua

llie Goulding is back with more. Her latest album, Halcyon Days, is a followup and an extended version of her second studio album. But, with that many additions to the release, she may as well have called it her third album.

A STAR TO WATCH For someone who has only had two official studio albums, Ellie Goulding has risen up the ladder of stardom incredibly fast. Despite releasing the first single, “Burn”, in the same week as Lady

RADIO-FRIENDLY HITS It’s easy to see why “Burn” was such a hit on the charts – with a radio-friendly beat that you can effortlessly sway to, and a chorus that really sticks. It’s a clear winner. With her unique ethereal voice, she’s taken that track from Leona Lewis (who had initially recorded it for her third album but later excluded it), given it an indie spin, and made it her own. A feel-good track to look out for is “Stay Awake”, featuring Madeon. The electronic beats are a little on the heavy side, interwoven with the synthesizer; just the way I like it. That said, though, I think it’ll take more than “Burn” and “Stay Awake” to replace her previous

THE “UNCHAINED” MELODY My personal favourite off Halcyon Days is the heart-breaking pianoballad, “Hearts Without Chains”. Giving the album the soul that it needs, it helps us look deeper, past the other trippy tunes, into an enclave that’s brought to life by her emotive yet airy voice. Goulding has certainly delivered more than what one would usually expect of an album re-release. Thankfully for us, it’s Go(u)ld! W Tune in to Charmaine Phua on weekdays, from 2pm to 4pm. Send in your pick for the Top 8 Most Requested Songs of the Day! Only on Power 98FM.

Burn notice blues When two undercover agents get “burnt”, they use the tricks of the trade to get back on track Two undercover operatives from competing bureaus are forced on the run together after being disavowed by the people they work for. The catch? Neither of them knows that the other is an undercover federal agent. Hiding in Plain Sight For the past year, Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) agent Bobby Trench (portrayed by the acclaimed Denzel Washington) and US naval intelligence officer Marcus Stigman (played by Mark Wahlberg) have been reluctantly attached at the hip. Both distrust each other as

MOVIE PREVIEW 2 About Charmaine Phua Charmaine Phua is Executive Producer/Presenter of Power 98. She wishes that she could cut or shave her hair as drastically as Ellie Goulding, without the consequences of re-growth. Tune in to her on Power 98.

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much as the criminals they’ve been assigned to take down. When an attempt to infiltrate a Mexican drug cartel goes wrong, they both suddenly find themselves “burnt” by their superiors. To make matters worse, everyone seems to either want them dead or in jail, and the only person they can count on is each other. Unfortunately for their pursuers, they’ve picked up a few tricks along the way. A Very Different Partnership Producer Marc Platt discusses his interest in the source material. “I always love stories where there are two characters that are

2 to 13 Oct, $138 (inner circle), $98 (adults, Mon-Thu), $68 (students, Mon-Thu), $108 (adults, Fri-Sun), $78 (students, Fri-Sun), Fort Gate at Fort Canning Park Two wealthy sisters in Padua must be married off. The modest, demure Bianca has no shortage of suitors, but who on earth will take the wild, ungovernable, ‘shrewish’ Katherina? This ground-breaking production by the

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renowned Shakespeare’s Globe theatre company from London features an intriguing all-female cast and live music, at Fort Canning Green, from Oct 2 to 13. Often described as Shakespeare’s most outrageous comedy, do not miss this opportunity to experience a truly authentic production of this

comedy of deception and mistaken identities. To accurately recreate the Shakespearean experience in the Elizabethan era, the travelling production will be set against a smallerscale Elizabethan-style stage catered for the audience. Watch out for the fresh, contemporary twists too! Tickets are available from www.sistic.com

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A Great Partnership Mark Wahlberg, recently seen as a muscle-bound doofus in Pain & Gain, was equally excited to be working with Washington. “We have great chemistry. People will be surprised to see how playful Denzel can be,” he says. Platt summarises the premise of the film, saying that 2 Guns is about “the nature of male friendship and the notion of two guys doing the job they believe in”. This description doesn’t quite do the passion and action justice. 2 Guns [NC16] Director: Baltasar Kormákur Starring: Denzel Washington, Mark Wahlberg, James Marsden, Paula Patton Genre: Action Run Time: 109 min Release: Sep 19

The Frozen Ground: Murder & mayhem Based on the true story of a serial killer in Alaska who murdered more than 24 women, this film depicts his crimeS and eventual arrest

Alaska’s most terrifying serial predator was a respected family man. For over 12 years, he systematically abducted more than 24 women and flew them into the Alaskan wilderness to be hunted. The man gets his just desserts when one of his victims survives, which leads to him being brought to justice. Behind the Façade 17-year-old prostitute Cindy Paulson (played by Vanessa Hudgens) runs into a motel screaming to Officer Greg Baker (Ryan O’Nan) that someone tried to kill her but the case goes cold when the suspect named, Robert Hansen (John Cusack), has a valid alibi. Sergeant Jack Halcombe

(Nicolas Cage), who is in the midst of investigating a bunch of murders, digs deeper into the case and soon realises that Hansen is the only one who committed the spate of murders, including the attack on Cindy. A plan is then set into motion to trap Hansen. The plan is more difficult to execute than it sounds. The Idea Behind the Plot Director Scott Walker came across the Hansen case while working on another story. “Someone suggested that there were similarities, and during my initial research I realised what he did and wasn’t sure if I wanted this to be my first film,” he admits. “There are so many families that are still affected today by the horrific events but I kind of let the people involved tell me whether they thought the film should be

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A Unique & Fun Role After portraying a series of intense characters in recent years, for which he had become famous for, Denzel was searching for some humour in his next role. “When I read this script, it really made me laugh,” he says. “Bobby does whatever is necessary to get the job done. I think he is an honest cop but he doesn’t live by the honour codes,” he adds.

The Grilled Salmon Challenge In this webisode of Chefs with Heart, the contestants are taught and challenged to make a pan-grilled salmon dish Training marginalised and disadvantaged local youths with a passion and love for culinary wizardry is what Chefs with Heart aims to do in each episode by providing them with the hands-on skills required in the business. In Webisode 3, the main mentor, Chef Benny Se Teo of Eighteen Chefs, trains them in further culinary arts. This time, the trainees are taught and challenged to make a pan-grilled salmon with poached vegetables, in a delicious lemon butter sauce.

made,” he adds. Dark Human Being Cusack recalls having seen the news stories as a child and describes Hansen as a “very dark human being”. “Scott wanted to tell the story of how the system was failing these prostitutes, because at that time they really weren’t seen as equal people; they were seen as vagrants,” says Cusack. “So he was telling it from the right perspective,” he says. The Frozen Ground [NC16] Directed by: Scott Walker Starring: John Cusack, Nicolas Cage, Vanessa Hudgens and Curtis ’50 Cent’ Jackson Genre: Thriller Run Time: 105 minutes Release: Sep 12

Fluoride & Fish taste At the beginning, Chef Se Teo tells the trainees not to wash their salmon with tap water as the fluoride in the water causes its taste to change. “When it kena the meat already, when cook already not nice,” he declares simply. Chef Se Teo also teaches them the proper way of blanching vegetables. cooking errors The contestants then get to work on preparing their dishes. Some of them make mistakes along the way, such as over-cooking the salmon. There are also plating errors. Look out for some of the amusing names they come up with for the dishes. They raise an eyebrow, even with Chef Se Teo. Visit www.chefswithheartsg.com for more information and check out the latest webisode at Chefs with Heart’s YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/ UCD2i9A6NO3ghfEUpYNm1rkA.

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Pamelyn Chee stars as Su Ling

Intrigue at Serangoon Road

We speak with Pamelyn Chee on her thoughts on starring as plucky Su Ling in the HBO original series Serangoon Road By Cheryl Chia

You might recognise the attractive Pamelyn Chee from her role in the titillating Peranakan drama, The Little Nonya, on Channel 8, as well as from Channel 5’s cop drama, Point of Entry. Born in Singapore and raised in New York City, Pamelyn now stars in HBO Asia’s original series Serangoon Road, with the likes of Joan Chen. She shares with us some of her thoughts and experiences on and off the set. How did you prepare for your role as Su Ling in Serangoon Road? What sets Su Ling apart from the other characters is her upbringing and her wealth. The way she speaks says a lot more about her social status than anything else. She is from an extremely wealthy Peranakan family and probably goes to school with all the expatriate kids, or has a private British tutor. She also fits seamlessly into that upper class circle, so I wanted to give her something closer to a posh English accent, like how the extremely well-educated Hong Kong people of an earlier generation used to speak. So, I watched a lot of Downton Abbey to try to get the accent down pat.

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the political history of Singapore but so little is known about her!

What was it like working with such an international cast? It was such a vibrant set that was full of creative energy. Every day, people came ready to play their role and they were not afraid to push the boundaries of the scene or their character, which really made everything come to life. In addition, the set was beautiful; the lighting and cinematography were amazing!

If you were living in the 1960s, who or what would you imagine yourself to be? I might be one of those student leaders in the protest! I think people were a lot more vocal about their love for their country back then, and they were more willing to fight for what they believed in!

Did you find out anything surprising about your co-stars? Joan Chen has an amazing sense of humour. One day, we were talking about working out in between takes. She was telling us how squats are the only exercise that work the whole body, and then proceeded to demonstrate it in her cheongsam and high heels. It was hilarious! Do you have a dream role that you would love to play? I have always loved biopics and I am fascinated by Kwa Geok Choo (Minister Mentor Lee Kuan Yew’s late wife). She was such an important person in

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FASHION

 Cath Kidston

British brand Cath Kidston finally reaches our shores with a store in Ion Orchard. In celebration of its opening and the brand’s 20th birthday, $20 vouchers will be given out to the first 200 shoppers on the opening day.

 Hansel

Singaporean label Hansel and their weekend brand Hello Hansel will launch their new collection in October, entitled Heartland. Featuring unique HDB and literal heartland prints, the collection sees a number of structured boxy cuts, versatile straight silhouettes and pleats with relaxed tailoring.

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The Luminox Super-LumiNova Deep Sea Automatic watch is built for professional divers. With a 500m water resistance, helium release valve and certified with a Professional Divers Norm ISO 6425, it ensures maximum visibility in the dark and is ideal for deep, long night dives. Available at leading departmental stores and authorised watch dealers.

Stirrings in the fashion world that you would want, need and love to know about

 Melissa + Karl Lagerfeld

Brazilian shoe brand Melissa introduces its first-ever capsule collaboration with the most iconic designer of the 21st Century, Karl Lagerfeld. The Melissa + Karl Lagerfeld collection is available at the MDREAMS boutique in Wheelock Place. Lagerfeld says, “My inspiration was the native country of the brand, celebrating the Brazilian joie de vivre, resulting in colourful and fun designs in line with the Melissa brand.”

 Coach  Kapok Tools

Hong Kong-based select store Kapok Tools has brought in French brand Civissum’s line inspired by John F Kennedy’s speech during the Berlin Wall era. With words in skinny fonts printed across basic tops, such as “Ich Bin Ein Pariser”or “Ich Bin Ein Tokyoter”, these tops make a subtle pop culture statement. Visit www.ka-pok.com for more.

Coach expands its Women’s Fall II 2013 collection with a mix of bold colours and chic animal prints. They’ve also added more outerwear to their collection made out of luxe materials such as European Merino Shearling leather and hand-printed goat hair leather.

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Chillaxing in Changi

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Need a getaway but your boss doesn’t approve? Singapore is surrounded by the sea, so there are always places to chill and relax. Why not chillax at Bistro@Changi? The cool seaside ambience is inviting

We work long and hard. In fact, Singaporeans and Hong Kongers ranked top two in the world with the longest working hours. However, unlike Hong Kongers, who may need to escape to the tropics to relax, we're already here. It’s easy to understand why we don’t fully appreciate the benefits of seaside living. We live in one of the most urbanised countries in the world. However, if we take the time to look beyond the urban cave, we can see sand, beaches, sea, boats, and gulls. It’s all here in our sunny Singapore. DRESS-DOWN AMBIENCE When it’s time to relax from the gruelling work week, head to Changi. No, not for the next flight out, but to Bistro@Changi, located in the oldest coastal park in Singapore – Changi Beach Park. This is an unassuming, laid-back, chill-out joint literally steps from the shore. Like many beachside restaurants in other countries, Bistro@Changi is welcoming, casual, with that “come-as-you-are” easiness. Their ambience reflects that attitude. SEASIDE PANORAMA Immerse in the full panorama of Singapore’s Eastern shores and Pulau Ubin. It’s the perfect place to bring some friends, chill, and watch the gulls, boats, and time pass while sipping on 12-to-5pm happy hour

offers: Two pints of Heineken for $16 or two pints of Erdinger for $20, every day. This is true value for money for the hardworking Singaporean. STARRY NIGHT LIFE When the sun sets, the stars emerge – literally and figuratively at Bistro@Changi. As the night ushers away the setting sun, and with the awning rolled back, get the chance to dine under a canvas of stars, while the sounds of the lapping surf soothe and relax. On the weekends, the evenings get livelier as live bands play to the crowd. With the stars above and ‘stars’ on stage, this beachside restaurant helps to unwind from a hectic week.

260 Nicoll Drive, Changi Beach Car Park 1, Singapore 498991; Tel: 6546 5229; opening hours: Mon-Thu, 12pm-11pm; Fri, Sat, 12pm-1am; Sun, 10am-11pm

Next week, we will be reviewing two dishes from Bistro@Changi

The New Zealand lamb oozes juicy goodness

CASHEW NUT FRIED RICE

• 100g frozen mixed vegetables • 1 garlic (crushed) • 2 tablespoon Golden Circle Vegetable Oil • 1 tablespoon light soy sauce • 1 teaspoon salt • Parsley to garnish

Ingredients • 175g Royal Umbrella Thai Hom Mali Rice • 210ml water • 50g cashew nuts

GOOD FOOD, GOOD PRICES Though the atmosphere is casual, the folks at Bistro@ Changi take their food seriously. Their lamb, steak, and chicken chops on menu are prepared especially on a grill to give it the chargrilled taste and texture. Their seafood is delivered fresh by boat from the kelongs off the shores of Pulau Ubin. Pair them with their modestlypriced wine selections. From the 5-inch Personal Pizza ($6.90) to Barramundi in Thai sauce ($18.90), New Zealand Lamb ($19.90) to their signature dish, Flame Grilled Chicken Chop ($15.90), Bistro@ Changi offers good value and a well-rounded menu designed to please everyone. For a getaway experience without going away, head to Bistro@Changi and soak in the seaside, dine beneath the stars, and get a well-deserved break from work. Cheers. Bistro@Changi is tucked in Changi Beach Park, on Nicoll Drive, behind the jetties North of Changi Village.

Their seafood comes fresh from the kelong

4. Add rice, mixed vegetables, soy sauce and salt. Continue to stir-fry until mixed well then add cashew nuts. Garnish and serve hot. TIP:

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Method 1. Cook rice for 15-20 minutes. 2. Heat wok, add cashew nuts and fry until lightly browned. Set aside. 3. Heat oil in preheated work, stir-fry garlic until lightly browned.

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Food, wine, and graffiti? All that at Bar-Roque If you’re looking for good food, wine, and even art, Bar-Roque Grill has taken care of all of that. Just bring company Located at the corner of Amara Hotel, Bar-Roque serves everything from succulent roasted meat, tarte flambé to fresh seafood. Bring good company to go with the great food. Chef Stephane Istel hails from Alsace, France, and he has brought his traditional French sensibilities to his cooking. It helps that he smashes the grumpy chef stereotype with his vivacious personality. The décor of dark furnishings and a graffiti art Baroque style “painting” of a cherub on the wall adds to the arty ambience. Whet Your Appetite When we were there for lunch, Chef Stephane enthusiastically explained the dishes to customers, and even brought out a whole fish to show them what exactly they were eating. Our meal got off to a good start with The Classic ($12-$20) – a tarte flambé of bacon and onions. The thin crust “pizza” was paired well with the savoury bacon. We also liked the New Zealand Little Neck Clams ($22 to $32)

stewed in garlic pork sausage, mushrooms, parsley, and white wine, and served with grilled sourdough bread. The Main Attraction A must-try is the French FreeRange Chicken with a side of mesclun salad and mashed potatoes (which comes in their two or three-course set lunch, $32 to $38). The chicken – from their in-house rotisserie – is meaty, tender and juicy. To say it was good would be an understatement. Also from their lunch set, the Ravioles with wild mushrooms, shallot confit and aged gruyere is also worth a try. Dessert Time Chef Stephane has also incorporated his mother’s homemade Apple Pie ($12) recipe, with cinnamon crumble, topped with rum & raisin ice cream, into the menu. The chunky apple slices were well-flavoured with the buttery cinnamon crumble and made a satisfying end to the meal.

 The Apple Pie is from Chef Stephane's mother's recipe

 Seafood Platter

Bar-Roque Grill, Amara Hotel, 165 Tanjong Pagar Road, #01-00, Tel: 6444 9672

Artistic bites in modern Chinese cuisine A modern take on Chinese cuisine awaits at Millenia Walk You may have noticed Hong Shi Yi’s interior décor with hanging bird cages and white wooden chairs, while walking around Millenia Walk. You may even have seen people painting! Hong Shi Yi is, nonetheless, a restaurant serving modern Chinese cuisine. Lily Liu, owner, says, “At Hong Shi Yi, we want to present diners with gourmet Chinese food that is infused with the essence of creativity. The modern décor and the menu have been carefully designed to complement each other in conveying this experience.” Intriguing Signature Dishes Executive Chef Zhang Lin uses his decade-long experience in Chinese cooking to come up with dishes such as the Pumpkin Soup with Crab Meat ($9.90). This Asian version is slightly more liquidlike in texture than the Western pumpkin soup, and is less cloying. Also on the menu is Chairman Mao’s favourite dish of Stewed Pork Belly with Egg in Casserole ($16.90). Simmered for hours, the belly pork absorbs the essence of the spices, to give a highly

 The Twelve Beauties set

 The Pai Gu Wang or pork ribs are sweet and tasty

flavourful dish. Other dishes such as the “Chongqing” Specialty Fish Slice with Preserved Vegetables in Superior Stock ($22.90 to $38.90) and the set of Twelve Beauties ($25.90) that comprises a pair of liu sha bao, prawn dumplings, fried wantons, lotus paste pastries, scallion pancake and a red bean filled sesame seed pastry, are both pleasing to the eyes as well as to taste.

Tea ($4.90) contains red dates, hawthorn, dried longans, wolfberries and sesame seed, together with rock sugar and premium tea leaves. It supposedly boosts mental alertness and detoxifies the body. The restaurant is open from noon for lunch and again at 6pm for dinner. If you are in town for tea, try their newly-added Jin Ling’s Twelve Beauties Afternoon Tea Set for two.

Tantalising Tea Hong Shi Yi has its own signature tea blends. Its Eight Treasure

Hong Shi Yi, Millenia Walk, #02-19/20, Tel: 6333 5116.

By Deborah Yap

RECIPE

Mini Pavlovas

INGREDIENTS Pavlova Shells Makes about 40 mini pavlova shells • 9 egg whites • 250g castor sugar • 375g icing sugar (sifted) • 1 tablespoon vanilla essence • 2 drops pink colouring Custard cream • 250ml cold water • 170g instant custard mix • 200ml whipped topping cream Fruits • 250g strawberries (chopped) • 2 medium mangoes (chopped) • 4 kiwis (chopped) METHOD Pavlova Shells 1) Pre-heat your oven to 100 degrees Celsius. 2) Whisk egg whites at medium to high speed, and reduce once soft peaks form. 3) Add in the sugar and increase the speed until stiff peaks are formed. 4) Divide the mixture into half.

5) Add in the pink colouring and fold in using a spatula. 6) Transfer the mixture into each piping bag and pipe. 7) Bake the piped shells in the oven at 100 degrees Celsius for 1 hour, and let them dry. Custard cream 1) With the custard mix in a bowl, pour the cold water into the bowl while whisking, until a soft paste is formed. 2) Whip the topping cream until it droops slightly from the ends of the beater. 3) Carefully fold in the whipped cream into the custard cream. 4) Then transfer into a piping bag. Assembly 1) Take each empty shell and fill it up with prepared custard cream. 2) Add in the fruits. 3) Serve immediately. NOTES • Ensure egg whites are at room temperature. • Ensure no egg yolk bits.

• Add in sugar when the egg whites are foamy and still watery. • Egg whites have to be used immediately in order not to lose air bubbles. • When piping shells, pipe from centre then down. Avoid slanting the piping bag. • Ensure your whipped cream and water are cold. • Heavy whipped cream is best used. • Instant custard powder should be able to be found in NTUC FairPrice or Phoon Huat outlets. Deborah has just started a new blog at batterdayswithdeb. wordpress.com

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WORD OF MOUTH Seen and heard of the best of local Singaporean Food

One of the tempting oyster platters

Dishes with Finesse We loved the Baked Bone Marrow

The elegance of Rojak: Mixed-up goodness Just like Singaporean culture, rojak is a dish that is all mixed up to form a refreshing, savoury-sweet salad. Great for parties, sharing at the dinner table or even an appetiser to start the meal, this fruit salad is peppered with peanuts and laced with hae kor (fermented prawn paste), and sometimes further embellished with century egg. These are said to be some of the best in town. Lau Hong Ser Rojak Not lao hong (stale), Lau Hong Ser Rojak has homemade chopped roasted peanuts and authentic hae kor from Penang. There’s always a long queue. Dunman Road Food Centre, 21 Onan Road, #02-14, Singapore 424768 Hoover Rojak This stall includes jellyfish and

The Black Swan The Black Swan, a relaxed yet classy bar and restaurant, opens in a historical building

century eggs in their rojak. They also use their own blend of ingredients to create the sauce for the rojak. Whampoa Drive Makan Place, 90 Whampoa Drive, #01-06, Singapore 320090 Toa Payoh Rojak Take a number and start queuing at this stall. The owner bothers to re-toast the dough sticks before stirring it into the salad for extra fragrance. Old Airport Road Food Centre, 51 Old Airport Road, #01-108, Singapore 390051 Kampong Rojak This one has charcoal-grilled dough sticks that are crisp on the outside but chewy on the inside. East Coast Lagoon Food Centre, 1220 East Coast Parkway, Stall 9, Singapore 468960.

By Cheryl Chia

Pick the Bone Marrow Crostini for an uncommon choice

The Black Swan Duck Leg Confit

“...flash-grilled for smokiness and combined with capers, garlic, parsley, toasted sesame seeds, fresh lemon and Tabasco sauce.”

with Chilli and Konbu ($18), an absolutely rich treat with bite-sized beef marrow chunks seasoned with chopped chillies, shallots, chives and konbu (a type of Japanese kelp). Eat it with the accompanying crusty bread for a satisfying beginning to your meal. Also try the Char-Grilled Beef Tartare ($26). If you are skittish about raw meat, don’t worry. The Black Swan’s version is flash-grilled for smokiness and combined with capers, garlic, parsley, toasted sesame seeds, fresh lemon and Tabasco sauce. The Main Meat If you’re hungry or looking to share, try the Stockyard Australia Ribeye Steak ($96), the 400-day grain-fed slab of beef is sliced and sprinkled with sea salt and comes with a grilled head of garlic, French fries and béarnaise dip. The Fish of The Day ($34$38) includes catches such as Barramundi, Red Snapper and New Zealand Grouper sitting on a bed of beetroot mixed with quinoa and bacon jam. Sweet & Unique We recommend the Coconut Crème Caramel ($14) if you’re looking for something unique. It contains gula Melaka with candied citrus and ginger for a nice zing. Chocolate lovers would love their Dark Chocolate Dome ($16) made of Valrhona dark chocolate, no less. Do not leave The Black Swan without trying their cocktails. The Moral Hazard ($19) is our favourite – 15-year-old bourbon, orange bitters, apricot liquor and Manuka honey – a refreshing twist on the standard Old Fashioned. The Black Swan, The Quadrant, 19 Cecil Street (via Market Street), Singapore 049704. SMS: 8181 3305 for reservations.

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after intense exercise may improve athletic performance, reduce pain and speed up muscle recovery. Where to Get It Broccoli, bell peppers, currants, Brussels sprouts, parsley, citrus fruits and strawberries are some fruits and vegetables rich in Vitamin C. Vitamin C is sensitive to light, air and heat, so try to consume fruits and vegetables raw or slightly cooked to get the most out of them. Experts say that freshly squeezed orange juice or fresh-frozen concentrate is a better choice than ready-to-drink orange juice, as it contains more active Vitamin C. After reconstituting freshfrozen orange juice from fruit juice concentrate, drink it within one week for maximum benefit. Purchase ready-made orange juice three to four weeks before its expiration date, and finish it within one week after opening. Supplements to Consider To avoid the hassle of checking dates, one can opt for Holland & Barrett’s Effervescent Vitamin C and Zinc (20 tablets) as effervescent tablets allow for fast absorption of nutrients into the bloodstream. Zinc plays a part in the immune system’s regular function and protects the cells from oxidative stress. In Singapore, the RDA of Vitamin C is 105 mg for men

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SHORT HAUL there are many neighbouring lands we HAve yet to explore. semarang is another place worth making a TRIP TO DISCOVER

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Exploring scintillating

Semarang By Katherine Sng

Indonesia is the largest archipelago in the world. This idyllic group of islands can be found straddling the equator, between the continents of Asia and Australia. Semarang lies in the northern part of Central Java in Indonesia. It boasts a variety of cultural and historical attractions. Semarang was once a city of the spice trade, and is now one of Indonesia’s busiest regional port cities. Delicious Indonesian Cuisine Having taken the inaugural SilkAir flight from Singapore to Semarang, the tour guide brought us to the Ikan Bakar Cianjur (IBC) chain for lunch. IBC is an Indonesian restaurant chain serving authentic Indonesian cuisine. The food was excellent, especially the Gado Gado (Indonesian salad with peanut sauce), Ikan Bakar (barbecue fish) and Ikan Gurame (dry fried tilapia). The Ikan Gurame was seasoned with IBC’s special blend of spices before frying. A Historic Landmark After lunch, we walked across to the Immanuel Protestant Church of Western Indonesia in Kota

Lama (the old city), better known as the “Blenduk” or Dome Church. The Dome Church was built by the Dutch colonials in 1753 and is the oldest church in Central Java. The church had been renovated once in 1984 but the interiors of the church are original and have yet to be restored. Entering through its hallowed doors, one is immediately filled with a sense of peace. The quiet historic setting also evokes a feeling of nostalgia. Cheng Ho’s Legacy Leaving the old city, we visited Sam Poo Kong temple located in Simongan Village. We toured the temple and the Stone House, which is believed to be where Admiral Cheng Ho – also known as Sam Poo Tay Djien – anchored and set up his headquarters when he visited the Java Islands with his crew and soldiers. Admiral Cheng Ho was China’s key ambassador and diplomat to Asia and Africa with a fleet of 200 ships and a 2,700-strong crew. The temple is called Gedung Batu (Stone House) because there is a big stone cave. This stone cave was where Admiral Cheng Ho meditated and prayed while he waited for his crew to prepare for

the next journey. While he was residing in the village, he taught the villagers agricultural and moral knowledge. When he left the village, the villagers glorified and worshipped him for the goodness he had shown to them. More Culture & Sites After visiting the temple, we went back to the hotel to prepare for the inaugural SilkAir flight dinner celebrations. The next morning, we set off early and went on a road trip to Gedong Songo. The temple there is located in a Hindu cultural site on Mount Ungaran, Bandungan district. While the name suggests nine temples, only five are still standing. The others are in ruins. The site was originally built during the Sanjaya Dynasty, which controlled Central Java in the 8th and 9th Centuries. The temple was first discovered by Sir Stamford Raffles in 1804. It predates the famous Borobudur and Prambanan temple monuments, and is the oldest Hindu structure in Java. The temple is flanked by lush natural surroundings. Hiking up-hill to the five temples

1. While Semarang is a busy port city, its surroundings are idyllic

3. A colourful native duck preens itself 4. The food is one of the best parts

2. Colonial European architecture from earlier centuries still remains evident

on the highlands requires a lot of physical effort. Charter horse rides are available for comfortable sightseeing. How to get to Semarang Semarang is accessible via SilkAir

5. Flora and fauna add colour to the green expanse

and AirAsia, to the Achmad Yani International Airport. International tourists visiting Semarang can transit via Singapore Changi Airport.

About the Writer Katherine is a mommy blogger from bubbamama.com and also writes for superadrianme.com

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Visit various vineyards and taste the rich variety of wines such as from Cullen Wines’ estate

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the world’s most exceptional food and wine regions. Whether enjoying a gourmet beach brunch or award-winning wines at a sundown soiree at an exclusive winery, these events showcase more of the best of Margaret River. Sundown Soiree at Fraser Gallop Estate 22 Nov, 4-7pm, A$130 per person Enjoy award-winning wines by the exclusive Fraser Gallop Winery and canapés by Hadleigh Troy of Restaurant Amusé in this sundown soiree, and soak up the beautiful scenery. Fraser Gallop Estate, 547 Metricup Rd Wilyabrup, WA 6051; Tickets: www.ticketek.com.au

The Collaboration Series, Xanadu 22 Nov, 6pm, A$300 per person The third in the Collaboration Series, this exclusive dinner at Xanadu Winery sees a menu collaboration between the esteemed Mark Best (three-hat Sydney restaurant Marque), French chef Julien Royer, voted as “The One to Watch” 2013 in the Acqua Panna San Pellegrino Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants awards (JAAN, Swissotel The Stamford, Singapore) and Melissa Kokoti and

Masters, Michelin & Magnums Dinner 23 Nov (for Champagne and Amuse Bouche on arrival), 7pm, A$500 per person Burch Family Wines offers a luxurious wine and food affair with an exclusive “Masters, Michelin & Magnums” dinner. Michelin-star chef Alain Fabrègues crafts a classic French menu around recipes from his work with various masters of French cuisine, including Jean Delaveyne. Fabrègues is renowned for his acclaimed WA restaurants, The Loose Box and Bistro Des Artistes and, in 1991, became the holder of the prestigious ‘Meilleur Ouvrier De France’, the highest honour attainable for any craftsman. Guests will also enjoy newrelease wines from Howard Park and Marchand & Burch, poured from magnums. Only 40 seats. Howard Park Estate, 543 Miamup Road, Cowaramup; Tickets: Howard Park Head office, Tel: (08) 9336 9600 Gourmet Beach BBQ Brunch & Extra Tickets for Other Beach BBQ Sessions 24 Nov, 9-11am, A$90 per person Savour a buffet barbecue brunch created by the team at Lamont’s, using the region’s finest produce, in a gourmet feast by the sea. Smiths Beach, LeeuwinNaturaliste National Park, Smiths Beach Road, Yallingup, WA 6282; Tickets: www.ticketek.com.au Due to popular demand, additional tickets to other Beach BBQ sessions is now available. Tickets: www.ticketek.com.au

“...a gourmet beach brunch or award winning wines at a sundown soiree at an exclusive winery, these showcase the best of Margaret River...” The Gourmet Village Tickets to the heart of the festival, The Gourmet Village, are also available. This features wine tastings, the best WA premium wineries and producers, masterclasses with culinary talent, and demonstrations with Margaret River Gourmet Escape chefs. About Margaret River Famous for exceptional food and wine, Margaret River is the only wine region in Australia that boasts beautiful beaches, spectacular forests, cave systems, surfing, whale-watching and wildflowers, making it an extraordinary holiday destination. Margaret River is a 3 ½ hour drive south of Perth. Visit www.gourmetescape.com.au for more event information.

Fringe events in the region

George Calombaris presents The Press Club POP UP at Wise Vineyard Restaurant 24 Nov, 12pm, A$250 Join chef and restaurateur George Calombaris from Melbourne’s lauded The Press Club who will create an intimate lunch menu using the freshest seasonal and regional ingredients. Wise Vineyard Restaurant, Eagle Bay Road, Dunsborough, WA 6281; Tickets: Wise Vineyard Restaurant, Tel: (08) 9755 3331 Decadent Lunch Celebration at Cullen Wines 22 Nov, 12-14pm, A$600 per person To celebrate the life of its founder Dr Kevin John Cullen, Cullen Wines will treat guests to an elaborate lunch with Executive Chef Dave Hull creating a menu using biodynamic produce from the winery’s gardens and the rare opportunity to sample biodynamic wines and international world-class wines including a magnum of Bordeaux valued at over $30,000. Strictly limited to 30 guests. Cullen Wines, 4323 Caves Road, Wilyabrup WA 6280; Tickets: Cullen Wines, Tel: (08) 9755 5656 Cullen Wines Song Dinner 23 Nov, 7pm, A$180 per person This unique dinner will be an evening of short story and poetry reading around the theme of wine song, complemented by dinner created by Executive Chef Dave Hull using ingredients from the winery’s biodynamic garden matched with Cullen Wines. Cullen Wines, 4323 Caves Road, Wilyabrup WA 6280; Tickets: Cullen Wines, Tel: (08) 9755 5656 Voyager Estate Discovery Dinner 22 Nov, 6pm for 6.30pm dinner, $200 per person, includes six-course menu matched to Voyager Estate wines  Voyager Estate’s Executive Chef, Nigel Harvey and Manager of Viticulture and Winemaking, Steve James, will present the Estate’s new Discovery Menu. Nigel

Savour Margaret River wines including that of Leeuwin Estate

and his team will draw inspiration from Voyager Estate’s elegant wines and create dishes to complement them. Voyager Estate, 1 Stevens Road, Margaret River; Tickets: www.voyagerestate.com.au or Tel: (08) 9757 6354 *Lamonts Restaurant at Smiths Beach Resort Wine Tastings • Margaret River Chardonnay Perspectives with Oliver Crawford 20 Nov, 4pm sharp - 6.30pm (tasting), followed by dinner, A$165 per person With a flair for Chardonnay and an intuitive knack for getting the best out of Margaret River’s Mediterranean climate, Devil’s Lair winemaker Oliver Crawford will present a collection of Australian and international wines that capture the qualities of Chardonnay today, illustrate how Margaret River performs on an international scale, and dispel some of the myths of this popular variety, followed by dinner. Lamont’s Smiths Beach, Smiths Beach Road, Yallingup; Tickets: www.lamonts.com.au/MRGE • Western Australian Cabernet Perspectives with Larry Cherubino 21 Nov, 11am sharp - 1.30pm (tasting), followed by lunch, A$185 per person Join Margaret River trailblazer Larry Cherubino and delve into what makes Margaret River Cabernet Sauvignon so special. Identify how it compares to Australian and international benchmarks and try stunning wines. Taste and compare 12 wines selected by Larry for their ability to tell a fascinating story about this region’s hero variety, followed by a lunch prepared and served by Lamont’s. Lamont’s Smiths Beach, Smiths Beach Road, Yallingup; Tickets: www.lamonts.com.au/MRGE *Bookings essential and each event is subject to capacity.

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HEALTH & BEAUTY

BEAUTY IN BRIEF The long and the short of the beauty industry for this week

 M.A.C

M.A.C celebrates the anniversary of its limited edition Illustrator Kits with new designs by Rebecca Moses. A designer whose talents have won her acclaim in a multitude of creative fields with other collaborations with Vera Wang and Kartell, her Illustrator Kits come in brush kits, lip bags and eye bags. In all M.A.C outlets.

 Neutrogena

Maintaining evenly hydrated skin just got easier with Neutrogena’s Hydro Boost Treatment Lotion Pre-Essence. Formulated with Hyaluronic Acid and Oliva HA 1000 complex, it delivers instant hydration and replenishes the skin with up to five times more moisture for supple and refreshed skin. It retails at a recommended price of $25.90 at personal stores and pharmacies.

 Black Chicken Remedies Recently launched, Black Chicken Remedies is an Australian natural skincare company. Their Love Your Body Oil (hydrating) and Love Your Face Serum (anti-aging) are 100 per cent natural and contain no parabens and artificial fragrances. It is stocked at Blackmarket at Orchard Central, Hide & Seek on 71 Bussorah Street and Miles & Theodore on 274 River Valley Road.

Maybelline 

Maybelline New York’s Volum’ Express: The Rocket mascara’s gel-based, latex-like formula is light and does not weigh down fragile lashes. While conventional wax formulas clump over time, The Rocket’s formula is always smooth, always comfortable for luscious lashes. It retails at $18.90 at Sasa, Watsons, Guardian and selected retailers.

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