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the transformers are back and badder s h o p s av v y

A fine line to define the eyes how to get the perfect look

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Entertainment You’re crazy if you dont see these fantastic films from Japan for free!

Photos: Japanese Film Festival 2014 website

Japanese Film Festival 2014 26 Jun-12 Jul, various timings, $13, $11 (Singapore Film Society Members), $10 (student, Senior Citizens, NSFs) Get a breath of fresh air, away from the usual Hollywood movies! Catch the latest films from one of the world’s oldest and un-interrupted film industries. Ten Dark Women (Free) Released in Japan to great acclaim, this glistening noir send-up has a great title and terrific premise: ten women who have been the mistresses of one man conspire to get rid of him. However, each woman would rather keep him alive, as long as she was the only woman in his life. Harp of Burma (Free) In the summer of 1945, the Japanese Army suffers a humiliating defeat on the Burma front, and attempts to escape to Thailand. Among the Japanese Army units, the Inoue company is making its way with Mizushima, a soldier and an expert harpist, guiding the company with his harp and songs. With the end of the war, after surrendering to British forces, Mizushima is sent to persuade a group of die-hards that refuses to surrender, and he becomes missing. Ichikawa’s The Burmese Harp is an eloquent meditation on beauty coexisting with death and remains one of Japanese cinema’s most overwhelming anti-war statements, both tender and brutal in its grappling with Japan’s wartime legacy. The Wanderers Ichikawa parodies the warrior code and the popular lone-wolf vagabond of 19th-Century Japanese lore in The Wanderers, in which the paladins are little more than punks. The story tells of three young farm boys who set

out to become wandering professional gamblers under the umbrella of a big boss. The Mole Song (M18, paid admission) Rookie cop Reiji has a strong sense of justice, but he graduated from the police academy with the lowest score ever. His police chief fires him but he is secretly ordered to become a mole, and infiltrates a crime syndicate. The target is the head of the mighty Sukiya-kai yakuza clan. Reiji becomes the new favourite of the notorious and violent yakuza big shot. As Reiji prepares to “vow his allegiance” to his clan, he gets pulled into internal power struggles and conflicts leading to one crazy situation after another. The Mole Song is a comic series by Takahashi Noboru. Survive Style 5+ (NC16, paid admission) The directorial debut of acclaimed commercials’ director Sekiguchi Gen, this film intertwines a quintet of bizarre and seemingly unrelated plots. A homicidal husband murders his wife but she refuses to “stay dead” and repeatedly returns from beyond the grave to confront him; an advertising executive plans the assassination of her celebrity boyfriend and constantly dreams up bizarre TV commercials; a middle-aged businessman who won tickets to a show is left stranded when a ruthless hit-man and his partner fatally interrupt the performance; and finally, a trio of incompetent burglars cruises the suburbs looking for amusement, a fast buck and answers to questions regarding their sexuality. National Museum of Singapore, 93 Stamford Road, www.jpfilmfestival.com

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Check out these events & activities happening this week

New! Free! Allegory of Elegance Until Jul 8, 11am-7pm A creative artwork stimulates our senses at first with its beauty and the artist’s technical ability. But Yang Peng’s art is much more than that; his concept: mysterious, mystical at times, and layered with deeper meaning, allowing us to experience the transcendental and extraordinary beauty of life. Y2ARTS Gallery. 140 Hill Street, www.artitute.com

SINGAPORE INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF ARTS 2014: The O.P.E.N. 26 Jun-12 Jul, various pricing Themed ‘Legacy and the Expanded Classic’, SIFA displays works from both legendary and budding artists, and encompasses dance, theatre and music.

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weekender.com.sg Enjoy a curated selection of events in a casual and intimate setting, absorb new knowledge and gain diverse perspectives, leading to a deeper enjoyment of SIFA come August and September 2014. Various venues, theopen.sifa.sg

New! Free! Baybeats 27- 29 Jun, various timings Rock on at Singapore’s very own alternative music festival. The fist-pumping line-up showcases prominent

Singapore! The dynamic duo is known for their stirring acoustic covers of pop songs, medleys and mash-ups on YouTube. Barely a year after their first Asia Tour, they are back to electrify Singapore once again with new originals and beautiful covers that shot them to fame. Kallang Theatre, 1 Stadium Walk, www.sistic.com.sg Learn to be a Masterchef with Audra Morrice 28 Jun, 3-5pm, $68 Best known as the finalist in Masterchef Australia 2012, Audra Morrice guides young aspiring chefs between the ages 8 to 15 on how to make their own pasta, meatballs and sauce. Audra imparts basic culinary skills and the value of good ingredients to

launched the new fantastical scent, Tralala. In keeping the spirit of quirkiness, Penhaligon’s organises a carnival with an in-store popcorn and candy flossmaking service. Penhaligon’s, Ion Orchard Branch on Sat, Marina Bay Sands Branch on Sun, www.penhaligons.com New! Free! Tech Charge 28 Jun, 1pm-5pm Bring your kids to experience the exciting themes of exploration and creativity during a jam-packed day of entertaining, hands-on activities. Their favourite superhero will make a special appearance and free cotton candy and ice cream giveaway. Have a blast with

dazzled & azed this ekend local and international acts, from genres including folk, pop, metal, punk,and electro. Esplanade also gathers the best of our home grown talent in music journalism, gig photography and beyond. Look out for a festival village that brings together local indie crafters and entrepreneurs. Esplanade, 1 Esplanade Drive, www.baybeats.com.sg

New! Free! Zai Kuning: We are Home and Everywhere 27 Jun-10 Aug, 11am-7pm (TueSat), 11am-6pm (Sun) Zai Kuning presents a new body of work about the Orang Laut and the survivors of massive natural disasters. Reflect upon how these groups have been dictated by circumstances beyond their control, lost their homes, and are in search of a new home to rebuild their lives. With objects made primarily with beeswax, he iterates socio-political, religious and environmental concerns through the poetic and the allegorical. Gillman Barracks, 7 Lock Road, www.gillmanbarracks.com

New! Sam Tsui & Kurt Hugo Schneider Asia Tour 2014 27 Jun, 8pm-9.30pm, $58 onwards Sam Tsui & Kurt Hugo Schneider fans, gear up for their return to

WEEKENDER BALLET UNDER THE STARS GIVEAWAY Win a pair of tickets worth $56 to Ballet Under The Stars Opening Night Singapore Dance Theatre’s signature event, Ballet Under the Stars, will return to the stage on Jul 18 with two weekends of classical and contemporary ballets, by awardwinning international choreographers. Expect a medley of classical and contemporary works

in the likes of Allegro Brillante and Theme and Variations by the legendary George Balanchine, the Asian-inspired Chant by Val Caniparoli, breathtaking works The Winds of Zephyrus and Opus 25 by Chinese-American choreographer Edwaard Liang, and the poignant Piano Concerto No. 2, Opus 102 by Edmund Stripe. The biggest highlight would be the world premiere of a new work by Australian Contemporary choreographer Natalie Weir, known for her highlyphysical partner work. Fort Canning Green

TO WIN, SIMPLY: 1. Like & share our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ weekendersgp 2. Drop us a private message with the words: “Weekender Ballet Under The Stars” 3. In the message, include your particulars: Name, NRIC, E-mail, Mobile No., and Home Address ONLY 1 ENTRY PER PERSON, PLEASE.

CLOSING DATE: 2 Jul 2014

introduce good and safe kitchen habits to young chefs. ToTT Hands-on Studio, 896 Dunearn Road 01-01A Sime Darby Centre, www.tottstore.com Free! Architecture Adventure Until 29 Jun, every Sat only, 5pm–6pm This workshop, specially designed for families, introduces the ArtScience Museum building and its noteworthy aesthetics through an illustrated story, an interactive tour and a hands-on activity using intriguing construction materials. Participants can bring home a free sticker and drawing booklet. ArtScience Museum, 6 Bayfront Avenue, www.museums.com.sg/ cs14/

New! Our People, Our Music 2014: My Home - Singapore! 28 Jun, 7.30pm-9pm, $10 onwards Singapore Chinese Orchestra (SCO) organises Singapore’s biggest orchestral comprising of more than 4,500 performers. Martial arts celebrity Vincent Ng, 10-year-old pipa prodigy Chen Xinyu and local singer-songwriter and composer Dick Lee will be part of the mega concert. Witness this spectacular event as SCO attempts to break the Guinness World Records and Singapore Book of Records! National Stadium, www.sportshub. com.sg New! Free! Tralala Carnival 28-29 Jun, 1pm-5pm Shoppers, swing by the Penhaligon’s for some fun and eccentricity this weekend. The British fragrance house has

fringe activities like Bouncy Sandcastle, My Gym Children Fitness and Musical Craft. Rochester Mall, 35 Rochester Drive, www.facebook.com/ events/654264081328979

Fun Wild Learning Until 29 Jun, 8.30am-6pm Experience wildlife through an educational range of activities. A program for both parents and children, the Singapore Zoo treats its visitors to activities from performances to yoga this June! Singapore Zoo, 80 Mandai Lake Rd, www.zoo.com.sg New! Free! Kids Fiesta 2014 Until 29 Jun, 11am-9pm, $12 to access Circus Zone Join a series of Circus fun before your June Holidays end. Catch free fantastic performances such as BB The One Man Circus, The Singing Clown Band which will

keep the little ones spellbound. Grab a Circus Puzzle Pass to enjoy fun activities like archery, sand art, bricks building, car racing game, and dressing up. On Sunday, meet the cast of Lion Men: The Ultimate Showdown. Nex, 23 Serangoon Central, www.kidsfiesta.sg FREE! burger king - saf whopper giveaway 1 Jul, 10am Burger King will give away 1,000 free Whopper burgers to SAF servicemen and servicewomen to commemorate SAF Day 2014. Be at Burger King’s Arena Country Club restaurant on Tue, Jul 1, from 10am onwards and dressed in No. 4 uniform or present your 11B to get a free Whopper! SAF servicemen and servicewomen can also complete their meals with a can of Coke Zero and medium fries at a special package price of $2 (UP $4.90), and the 1,001st servicemen onward will be able to purchase a Whopper at only $3 (UP $5.95). To reach out to more, from Jul 1-7, Whoppers will also be priced at $3 with the mentioned identification. Arena Country Club, #01-06, 511 Upper Jurong Road Amenities Block

winners of Braun Cool Shavers Giveaway Congratulations to the winners! First Prize: May Yap, SXXXX924D Second PrizeS: Angela Lim, SXXXX285J Sushil Kumar, DXXXX0541

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Entertainment

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Sarah continues to seek out secrets of her birth while her clone sisters struggle to cope with the real world

Life’s Beautiful at Sentosa Photography Contest winners The Life’s Beautiful at Sentosa Photography Contest was a great day of fun on the weekend, with many snapping away to capture the beauty of nature on Sentosa Island. Participants had to snap a photo with their digital compact camera, in the theme of “Life’s Beautiful at Sentosa” to stand a chance to win. The top 3 winners’ artworks will be printed on special edition Beautex tissue boxes. Every pack of 5 sold will raise 20 cents for The Straits Times School Pocket Money Fund charity. The prizes include a Canon PowerShot SX 170 IS worth $249 and a Canon Selphy CP 910 Compact Photo Printer worth $179. Congratulations to the winners!

Orphan Black Season 2: Clones & the origin of species In a world where human cloning is rife, “Orphan Black” explores the moral and ethical implications of cloning in this dramatic Sci-Fi thriller

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Following a spectacular first season of “Orphan Black”, Sarah Manning and her sister clones (played by Tatiana Masalany) embark on a journey where they must discover who they are and who created them. Season 1 followed their journey, alongside Sarah’s brother Felix Dawkins (played by Jordan Gavaris), in discovering where they came from, whilst fighting against the fanatical religious group, the Proletheans, who make it their mission to wipe out the clones. “Orphan Black” Season 1 set the stage

for an exciting showdown between science and religion. In the next season, expect the battle to commence and the killing to begin anew. Fans of action will be pleased.

Nature under Constraint In Season 2, every episode title comes from the words of Sir Francis Bacon. After the events of Season 1, Sarah fights to discover the truth to Cosima’s biology and her strange respiratory illness. Cosima must begin to understand herself, while her sister in Sarah looks for asylum after the capture of her foster mother Mrs S (played by Maria Doyle Kennedy) and Sarah’s Daughter Kira (played by the young Skyler Wexler).

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Governed by Sound Reason The attacks continue on Sarah and her clone sisters. Sarah continues to seek out the secrets of her birth, while her clone sisters struggle to cope with the real world and to adapt to life again. If you think Tatiana Masalany is beautiful, as many men do, you will love that we get to see more of (multiple versions of) her. The mysterious biotechnology firm the Dyad Institute also returns and the characters must learn to adapt to life alongside them again. “Orphan Black” is not only a story of creation. It’s a story of adaptation, and where human clones would fit in the real world. With enemies on all sides, the fight continues just to survive, and Sarah’s family is caught in the centre of it all. Who will survive, and what twists will come? Stay peeled to Season 2 of “Orphan Black” to find out. “Orphan Black” Season 2 premieres on Jul 2 on Lifetime, StarHub TV Ch 514.

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Among the most exciting of these is the villain Lockdown. Seeing the amount of screen time this new bad boy gets in the trailer is enough to let one know this is one to keep your eyes peeled for. The introduction of the Dinobots has also created a lot of hype. Look out for which Dinobots make their entrance and what special abilities they have. Fans of the cartoon series are sure to be thrilled. For die-hard Transformers fans, there have also been rumours of the appearances of Galvatron, Motormaster and Cyclonus. How could you even think of missing this one? Optimus Prime is back with more heroics

This instalment is not short on eye candy

movie preview

Mark Wahlberg is the new human hero

With a brand new cast for a brand new era, Mark Wahlberg and co. usher in a new generation of Transformers films

he age of Transformers has passed. Humans have control of their planet and have cast away the robotic intruders. The surviving Autobots and Decepticons are forced into hiding by humans looking to hunt them down. After the great battle which left many cities in ashes, but with the Earth still intact, a new wave of human beings rise, who soon attempt to harness powers beyond their control.

As the humans and Transformers refugees bicker amongst themselves over this dangerous power, a far more terrifying force awaits them.

Bye Bye, LeBeouf After the dismissal of Transformers star Megan Fox, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, the gorgeous Victoria’s Secret model, replaced her. As such, there were no complaints from hotblooded men. However, one cannot help but wonder why the popular star of the Transformer movies, Shia LeBeouf, is not starring in the fourth instalment. Apparently, LeBeouf had declared his gratitude to director

Michael Bay but feels that there is no more to explore with his character on the show, Sam. He has also said that he considers himself “Michael Bay-raised” but is looking to focus on films which will help him grow further as an actor.

“Sweetie, hand me my alien gun.” Mark Wahlberg plays a countryside mechanic who collects scrap in the hopes of putting his daughter through college. His family’s life changes when he uncovers a hidden Transformer in what he assumed was a huge pile of scrap. Upon discovering the Transformer, Wahlberg, or Cade

in the movie, is embroiled in a plot that will bring a reign of terror over his family and humanity. This begins with a paranoid government agent who visits to claim the Transformer and ends up threatening Cade’s daughter. Look out for Wahlberg’s real children as they make their debut in the film!

ENTER THE DINOBOTS When the Transformers: Age of Extinction trailer first surfaced, many fanatics had lost sleep trying to figure out who the new additions to the robot armies are. To accompany the familiar favourites comes a series of new additions to the franchise.

TRANSFORMERS AGE OF EXTINCTION [TBA] DIRECTOR: Michael Bay STARRING: Mark Wahlberg, Nicola Peltz & Sophia Myles GENRE: Action, Sci-Fi RUN LENGTH: 165 min RELEASE: 26 Jun

A L SO I N T H E A T RES The Trials of Cate McCall [NC16] A mother looks to recover the custody of her child and be reinstated to the bar. She must first take on the appeal of a woman who has been charged with murder. STARRING: Kate Beckinsale, David Lyons GENRE: Drama RELEASE: Jun 19

22 Jump Street [M18] Schmidt and Jenko raise the bar as they bring their high school antics to college. As they venture deeper into their mission at the school, the pair begin to question their partnership. Watch college turn these two ‘freshmen’ into grown men. STARRING: Channing Tatum, Jonah Hill, Ice Cube GENRE: Comedy RELEASE: Jun 19

Angriest Man in Brooklyn [M18]

How to train your dragon 2 [PG]

Henry Altmann (Robin Williams) is the angriest man in Brooklyn. He hates the world and everyone living in it. Henry’s doctor tells him that he only has 90 minutes to live. He then goes around the city trying to make amends. STARRING: Robin Williams, Mila Kunis, Peter Dinklage GENRE: Drama, Comedy RELEASE: Jun 19

The much-anticipated sequel to the 2010 computer animated film, How to Train Your Dragon, is finally here. Catch Hiccup, Toothless and gang in an all-new adventure and more hilarious hijinks. You shouldn’t miss this for the kids. STARRING: Jay Baruchel, Gerard Butler & America Ferrera GENRE: Action, Comedy RELEASE: Jun 12

Maleficent [PG13] Disney’s latest blockbuster is a revamped fairy tale with the malicious Maleficent as the villain and lead character. Angelina Jolie stars as the titular Maleficent, and portrays the role gloriously. Look out for oodles of magic and fantastical creatures. STARRING: Angelina Jolie GENRE: Fantasy, Thriller, Adventure RELEASE: May 29

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World Cup Fever

More giant-killing action More shocks and stunning goals in the Brazil 2014 FIFA World Cup – where were you when they happened? It is official, the reigning European and World Cup Champions, Spain, have been knocked out of the World Cup. So have Italy, 2006 World Cup Champions, and England. Where were you when these historic moments unfolded?

vs Italy vs Costa Rica [0-1] Costa Rica continued to surprise and impress. Ranked No. 28, it stunned the world when it felled 2006 World Cup winners Italy. Bryan Ruiz headed in the winner from the right side of the six-yard box, from a delightful cross by Júnior Díaz, to break the hearts of Azzurri fans. Costa Rica drew its last game against England to further surprise the world by topping the group!

a strong Ghana team. André Ayew and Asamoah Gyan helped Ghana climb back after trailing 1-0 to Germany for the most of the first half. Miroslav Klose saved Germany from embarrassing defeat and matched Brazilian Ronaldo’s World Cup scoring record with a cracking shot in the 71st minute that went into the bottom right.

vs France vs Switzerland [5-2] One of the strong teams that has yet to disappoint, Les Bleus trampled over minnows Switzerland in an easy 5-2 win.

The goal-scorers for France were Giroud, Matuidi, Valbuena, Benzema and Sissoko.

vs USA vs Portugal [2-2] Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal came up short against a frankly ordinary USA team. Varela (Portugal) saved his team with a header from the centre of the box, down to the bottom right hand corner, in the 95th minute. The last-minute equaliser was assisted by Cristiano Ronaldo following a counter attack.

In the closing matches of the group stage, Group G battles for a place in the last 16. Germany and USA lead the race to qualify, with 4 points each.

vs Ghana vs Portugal, 27 Jun Both teams are desperate for a win to give them any chance of progressing. The winner will claim 4 precious points, which will equal the loser from USA vs Germany. Will Ronaldo’s Portugal have the luck they need to scrape through into the next stage?

vs USA vs Germany, 27 Jun The leaders of the pack go head to head as the winner of this match will secure a place in the next round, while the loser’s fate may be left to goal difference. Will USA overcome the German onslaught? Stay tuned to the World Cup so you don’t miss out on more epic moments. By Basil Lee

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vs Germany vs Ghana [2-2] After a strong showing in a 4-0 win against Portugal, the German giants fell short against

France had the Swiss running in circles in a 5-2 rout

Be the next If you love food and if you’d love to be on TV, kill two birds with one stone just by sending in an audition video

Do you absolutely love food? Would you love to be a TV star? Now you have the unique opportunity to be a star on television with Food Hero, an Asia-wide talent search for two new faces of popular lifestyle channels, the Asian Food Channel and Food Network. The four-month campaign is based upon videos to be submitted by viewers and will be screened on the channels across 13 territories in Asia.

Food Hero – Chance of a Lifetime Food Hero is brought to you by Scripps Networks Interactive, a leader in lifestyle media in Asia Pacific. CheeK, the region’s head of creative, content and marketing for the company, said, “As the leader in lifestyle programming, we’re always looking to grow our pool of onair talent. Nowadays, even the

biggest online stars aspire to be on TV.” “As Asia’s leader of the food category on pay-TV, Scripps is uniquely positioned to provide just that opportunity for our viewers and fans and make their dreams come true. Food Hero is our first-ever crosschannel initiative for Asian Food Channel and Food Network, and contestants who are able to show their passion for food and on-screen charm will be given the chance of a lifetime!”

The Search for Talent Aspiring talents who are social media-savvy and have a substantial social media following will have an advantage over their fellow contestants during the call-to-entries period. The networks will also hold a Voters’ Choice Awards at www. foodhero.asia, allowing visitors to “like” and to vote for their favourite contestants and win attractive prizes.

Ten promising contestants will be shortlisted to participate in a series of culinary and travelthemed challenges online. Based on the outcome of these challenges, four finalists will be selected and flown to Singapore for a final assessment of their suitability as network talents, through face-to-face interviews and screen tests. Come September, two Food Hero winners will be unveiled, marking the start of an exciting journey towards becoming popular food television personalities in the region.

Submit your Video to be a Star From Mon, Jun 2 until Mon, Jul 7, all who are passionate about food and travel and aspire to be on television can showcase their talent by submitting audition videos at www. foodhero.asia. The video entries will be judged based on personality, on-screen appeal and the ability to create engaging and creative content. It’s easy. Just film your audition video and send it in now! Food Hero is open to participants in Asia between 18 & 35 years of age. Please visit www.foodhero. asia for more information on how to send in your audition video.

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Chendol Panna Cotta & other fusion local delights Local food goes fusion with interesting takes on dishes at Ujong

Nasi Lemak

Yu Sheng Salmon Ceviche Salad

Har Zai Meen

here have been conflicting reviews regarding the newly-opened Ujong at Raffles Hotel Arcade but I am happy to report that I thoroughly enjoyed my meal at Ujong and I will definitely return. Ujong is a new venture with Executive Chef Shen Tan at its helm, previously of Madam Tan’s Nasi Lemak as well as Wok & Barrel. As such, some of the favourites from both these previous ventures have been given new life at Ujong along with new interesting creations.

Pulot Hitam Pudding

Lard Bits & Comfort

Fusion Local Food Ba Chor Mee Pasta ($25.90), anyone? This mainstay from Wok & Barrel has proven so popular that they had to bring it back, and with good reason. The lovely five-spice pork confit is paired with an al dente handmade tagliatelle that is tossed in a spicy sauce with lard bits. I found the noodles a bit oily and rich to finish on

my own, so sharing this dish might be better for your tummy. My favourite was the Prawn Flavoured Noodles ($17.90), Ujong’s take on the har zai meen. It is a nod to the simple Indomie with kicap manis – sweet soy sauce – with onion and garlic. It also comes with crispy fried pork belly which I couldn’t help but finish all on my own. Oops.

Ujong’s rendition of the traditional Pork Rib King zi char dish results in the Ba Kwa Pork Ribs ($35.90) which comes with a hefty portion of a full rack of ribs and a side of steamed white rice. The ribs are sweet, smoky and chewy at the same time but, unless you are very hungry, you might want to share this one as well. The Nasi Lemak ($16.90-$19.90) from Madam Tan’s Nasi Lemak makes its fragrant return as well, with soft coconut rice and various items from beef rendang to five spice roast pork. The desserts at Ujong are innovative and

new Brews

From Beerfest to market

30 exhibitors present, there were bound to be a number of new-to-market treasures to be found.

Beerfest Asia 2014 concluded with a bang, with several new beers launched in Singapore

Summer Zest showcased the first Austrian beer in Singapore, Stiegl. It hails from the largest independent brewery in Salzburg, Austria. The booth featured three main products, the Stiegl Goldbrau – a Salzburg specialty lager, Stiegl Weisse – a weisse beer rich in flavour and texture,

The four-day-long Beerfest Asia 2014 exposition and festival recently concluded with plenty of new booze, rockin’ music and even comedy. There were performances from

the likes of Queen cover band Killer Queen and The Comedy Club Asia (partnered with Magners). As for the main draw, from beers with as high as 32 per cent alcohol to the coriander and citrus Obolon White beer from the Ukraine, there were many interesting brews to try. With more than

Intriguing Brews

Claypot Rice with 5 Spice Pork

a highlight. Shendol Delights ($15.90), a coconut panna cotta with gula Melaka syrup topped with homemade red bean ice cream, is a deconstructed chendol. I liked the Pulut Hitam Pudding ($15.90) with gula Melaka butterscotch served with coconut ice cream. It was like a marriage made in heaven, between the sticky date

pudding and pulut hitam dessert. The gula Melaka butterscotch had us mopping up the dessert with whatever remaining portion we could find. Chef Shen tells us that the Kaya Brioche Sticky Buns ($6.90) aren’t ready yet but we can look forward to a cinnamon bun-like swirl with candied ginger and a kaya glaze. Mmm, I can’t wait. And

you shouldn’t wait to visit this local fusion heaven.

and the Stiegl Grapefruit Radler – a refreshing and citrusy shandy. Other interesting booths included Applehop’s, bringing in the new-toSingapore Gamma Ray Pale Ale and Black Betty Black IPA, which was brewed by Beavertown. It was started by Logan Plant, son of legendary musician Robert Plant of Led Zeppelin. Another intriguing one was TSA Wines with Brewdog Dead Pony Club, a Scottish brewery. Brewdog had the beer with the highest alcoholic content, in the Brewdog Tactical Nuclear Penguin. This potent bomb has an alcoholic volume measuring a whopping 32 per cent!

operation in 1877 by Johann Gottfried Glauner. His son was sent to Weihenstephan, the oldest surviving brewery in the world, to be trained as a master brewer. The Klosterbrau Kleiner Moench is bright gold with a stable foam crown. You’ll find a full and round body with a mild hop bitterness. It has a smooth finish with a slight touch of honey. Engel Gold is a bright golden-yellow beer with a strong malt body. It is pleasant, bitter and light, with an underlying sweet touch. These are available at S-Café at Fortune Centre, and will be available in more places soon.

“juggler”, and its bottles come in the shape of a juggling pin. The Baladin Wayan is made with five different cereals and nine spices, five of which are peppers! These make the Wayan piquant and aromatic. The Super, an amber ale, is one of its first beers and has been described as liquid honey. Baladin beers are currently available at Da Laura and Garibaldi restaurants. They will be available in more venues in the coming months. 32 Via Dei Birrai also plied its wine bottle-like concoctions ranging from light and easy-drinking ales such as the Tre+Due (“three plus two”) with a fresh flavour, to slowsippers with more hops such as the Atra with hints of yummy coffee, caramel, chocolate and locust bean. Most of these and more will be new to market in the coming months. Look out for them!

German Gold Stuttgart Blackforest Boutique S-Café showcased a range of beers from the Stuttgart and Black Forest region of Germany. Alpirsbacher Klosterbrau was a monastic brewery that was put back into

Little Known but Fantastic Italian CRAFT Beer One interesting Italian beer showcased was Baladin. It is known for a range of craft beers, which do not use certain mass production processes, with unique characteristics. “Baladin” is a word for

Ujong, Raffles Hotel Arcade, 328 North Bridge Road, #01-10, Singapore 188719, Tel: 6635 6502 By Cheryl Chia

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Burratina cheese and Turkish bread

Pig’s ears & more at Moosehead Moosehead Kitchen-Bar updates its menu with various smoky treats I’ve wanted to pop by Moosehead KitchenBar since it opened but, with the hodgepodge of restaurants and cafes popping up all over the place, I’ve just been too stretched for time to cover every establishment. Nevertheless, with the update of Moosehead’s new menu, I finally had the chance (and excuse) to go. Started by father-son team Glen and Daniel Ballis with Chef Manel Valero, Moosehead’s current menu is decidedly Spanish with Japanese influences. It has a slightly more extensive dinner menu but, if lunch hour is all you can spare, the items on the lunch menu comprise 70 per cent of the full menu for dinner.

Pigs Ears & Octopuses Most of the dishes are meant for sharing and go well with the selection of beers and wines that Moosehead offers. Bacon-lovers would enjoy the Bacon Wrapped Chargrilled Dates ($8) with roast garlic aioli and pine nuts. It’s an odd mishmash of Middle Eastern dates and bacon, with a pastelike texture within and a salty-sweet flavour overall. My favourite dish though was the Crispy Spiced Pig’s Ears ($16). It is surprisingly crisp, and it was almost like snacking on pork chips. The accompanying lime and house spices, which contained a strong scent of cumin, added to the fragrance and the flavour.

Off-the-Menu Specialities

Moosehead Kitchen-Bar, 110 Telok Ayer Street, Singapore 068579, Tel: 6636 8055

Chef Manel also does items which are not on the

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Rockin’ brunch at Seasonal Tastes Food and More Food

Westin Singapore’s Seasonal Tastes restaurant offers a Sunday brunch with fresh food and rocking beats With the return of the Westin brand to Singapore comes a champagne brunch buffet at the hotel restaurant Seasonal Tastes. Seasonal Tastes champagne brunch buffet, known as The Brunch Beats ($158++), is a sky-high treat on the 32nd floor with DJ Lindo Martinez spinning deep house grooves as you eat.

menu, so do make sure to ask the staff about the specials. That day, I was lucky to be able to try his new dish of Charred Baby Octopus ($28) with roasted red capsicum confit and edamame. The smoky octopuses were marinated in mirin, sake and soy sauce while the roast capsicum confit had a strong taste of balsamic vinegar. It was truly an excellent dish that should be made permanently on the menu, in my opinion. I also tried the other off-the-menu item of Chargrilled Chicken Bulgogi ($18) with sesame seed horseradish miso and spring onion. It reminded me of Asian stir-fry dishes with tender chicken pieces, which made the dish very easy to eat. The dessert of was quite creative with Chilli Pineapple Popsicle ($14) with gula Melaka frozen foam, banana and chocolate. Don’t worry; it’s not spicy at all. The Chilli Pineapple Popsicle just has a slight kick at the end but it mostly tastes like a frozen pineapple. Moosehead KitchenBar certainly does have interesting items that you should try.

The buffet is smaller than other champagne brunches I’d been to before but I attribute that to the limited space inside Seasonal Tastes. A welcome drink of orange juice and Veuve Clicquot champagne starts you off before you enter the bright and airy restaurant. Your eyes first settle on the cheese counter and the viennoiserie counter, which is directly opposite, just before the seafood, meat and cooked food. Right in the middle is the sushi and salad bar. I headed straight for the seafood counter. Did you know that you can request for the staff to peel a plate of fresh prawns for you if you don’t want to get your hands dirty? How spoilt can one get? There are also three different types of oysters from France, Canada and America, as well as lobster and crab on ice.

Fat Sunday The cooked food section is a little confusing as it serves a mix of Asian fare such as stir-fried vegetables, as well as some western fare such as moussaka and mashed potatoes. It also has a Thai Style Suckling Pig, but I concede that it is a little hard to pick apart. The steak counter is where it can get slightly odd. As usual, you get to pick the particular cut of steak you want, with the three common options of sirloin, tenderloin or ribeye, and then you specify your doneness to the chef. The first time I went, I wanted medium rare and I ended up with rare. The second time I went, incognito, I got it well done instead of medium rare. The desserts are a mix of local kuehs, a green tea fondue fountain and ice cream. The avocado ice cream is highly recommended. And of course the champagne that just keeps flowing. Westin Singapore, 12 Marina View, Asia Square Tower 2, Singapore 018961, Tel: 6922 6968, Sun, 12pm-3pm

Congratulations to the winners of the

weekender Foodmania awards WEEKENDER FOODMANIA AWARDS 2014 PANEL OF JUDGES

Jasper Aston Lim Columnist six-and-seven.com

David Phey COO Weekender

Adrian Eugene Seet Founder & Editor SuperAdrianMe.com

Cheryl Chia Writer Weekender

Christine Yee Marketing Communications Representative (Asia) Château La Lagune and Domaines Paul Jaboulet Aîné

Frank Young CEO Weekender

Tim Ong Chef & Blogger tim-ong.com

Here are Singapore’s Hot Favourite restaurants as voted by Weekender readers. The Top Favourites were chosen by the Weekender Foodmania Awards 2014 panel of judges. For the winners of the prizes for voting, please see Page 15.

Top Favourites CHINESE

BUFFET

WESTERN

Japanese

MALAY-INDO

THAI

INDIA

ITALIAN

TungLok Signatures

Oscar’s

Chili’s

Ma Maison

Pagi Sore Indonesian Restaurant

YhingThai Palace

Ras The Essence of India

Alkaff Mansion Ristorante

Hot Favourites

Peony Jade

Buffet Town

Canopy

Tenkaichi Restaurant

Cumi Bali Indonesian Restaurant

BALIThai

Samy’s Curry

Enoteca L’ Operetta

Putien

Sakura International Buffet Restaurant

Brotzeit German Bier Bar & Restaurant

Sakae Sushi

BALIThai

Happy Mookata

Raj Restaurant

Spizza

Look out for the judges’ reviews and great deals from these restaurants in next week’s Weekender Foodmania pages.

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Refreshed and Rejuvenated Following a face-lift by Habitat One, this apartment at Mandale Heights is a cosy haven for this family When the owners of this threebedroom apartment at Mandale Heights first bought their home, they wanted to freshen it up with a warm and inviting atmosphere. Upon studying the apartment condition and understanding the homeowners’ requirements, the designer from Habitat One proposed several design ideas that would work with the homeowners’ very specific preferences. Most significantly, the ten-yearold apartment was in good shape and only needed a few good design gestures for a fresh look.

New Aesthetic The designer shares, “The owners wanted a feeling of grandeur at the entrance, so we proposed a chandelier and a strong backdrop in the foyer.” Here, lighting effect accentuates the irregular lines on the panel that has been spray-painted silver. As you step into the dining area, the sense of sophistication continues. The Habitat One designer had spruced up the space with mirror panels on one wall and elegant furniture in a warm palette of brown hues. While there wasn’t a need to knock down walls and restructure the layout, the designer saw the benefit of adding a partition to separate the living area from the bedroom entrances. With the partition, the TV can also be placed at a comfortable viewing distance.

home inspirations

challenge in the bedrooms. The designer came up with several solutions to combat the constraints. This included a swivel TV for the master bedroom and slim custom headboards for the other bedrooms. One of the rooms houses a study area, for which the designer created a compact, wallmounted desk. Also forgoing cabinets, she fitted a slim shelf along the wall for display items and books. A pull-out bed was chosen for this bedroom, which is used as a guest room. Although storage cabinets are important in the bathroom, the designer did not go the usual route of mounting the sink on a vanity cabinet. Instead, the bathroom sink is mounted on a marble slab, while storage cabinets are built above the water closet. The result is a spaciouslooking bathroom that, despite its size, provides for ease of movement. On the whole, despite working mainly with the existing layout, the designer was able to create a much more conducive living space for the family.

To prevent the space from feeling stark, the designers conscientiously added softer elements such as billowy curtains, a comfortable leather sofa and a cosy rug.

By Rossara Jamil

Storage was top on the homeowners’ wish list for their kitchen. The designers incorporated cabinets in every nook and cranny and maximised all the available space. To avoid space wastage, all appliances (both cooking and laundry) were allocated during the planning stages of the design.

The all-white base palette was a clever start. Not only does it provide the home with a brighter, airier disposition, it also lets the designers and owners choose a variety of material accents without worrying about them clashing.

Stored Value

Article first published in Lookbox Living #29, Nov/Dec 2013

As with many homes in Singapore, space was a

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We give you the lowdown on the classic liquid liner and how to create the perfect look

ometimes a simple black liner rimming the eyes makes a huge difference to your look. Add dimension to your eyes with these easy-to-use liquid liners.

Heroine Make

Benefit

If you’re more partial to gel liners, you get the best of both worlds with the new They’re Real Push-up Liner ($38) from Benefit. It comes in an easy twistand-click pen, which dispenses a black gel-like ink through the angled tip. It is also waterproof and smudge-proof, and it doesn’t crack or peel as the day wears on. Available at Benefit counters.

Eyeko

British brand Eyeko’s Skinny Liquid Liner ($22) slides on with a smooth and glossy finish. It is also paraben-free and smudge-proof. Alexa Chung, the face of Eyeko, loves its precision and ease of use. Eyeko’s Skinny Liquid Liner comes in purple, black and navy. Available at Sephora.

Leave it to the Japanese for cutesy packaging that contains an effective product. Heroine Make Smooth Liquid Eyeliner in Jet Black ($18.90) is an almost magical formula that is resistant to tears, perspiration and sebum. It lasts all day yet can easily be washed off with warm water. Magical! Available at selected Watsons, Guardian, Sasa, Nishino and Meidi-ya outlets.

Maybelline

The Maybelline New York Hyper Sharp Liner ($19.90) has a 0.01mm tip and comes in intense black, soft black and brown. It allows you to draw thin natural lines as well as the more dramatic winged eyeliner. Available at Watsons, Guardian, Sasa and selected departmental stores.

Kate

Kate introduces a second limited edition spider-themed design, Kate Super Sharp Liner S (S) 2 ($17) that comes with an ultrafine 0.03mm brush. The eyeliner is fade resistant and long lasting. It lasts for the almost the whole day without waning. Available at Guardian, OG, John Little, Nishino Pharmacy, Sasa and Watsons.

How to Use Liquid Eyeliner These instructional images, courtesy of Benefit, show us how to draw the perfect eyeliner on Asian eyes.

Start from the middle of the eyes and slowly extend a thin line to both sides of the eyes.

Thicken the line slightly to darken it.

Colour in the spots closest to the lash line to cover all of the skin. And, voila, you now have beautiful lined eyes.

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

Gant The Park Hill II from Gant is a classic model with clean lines. It features a stainless steel polished case, high-precision quartz movement, and a circular date display. The Park Hill II is available in two versions matched with hand-sewn luxurious Italian crocodile grained leather or stainless steel links in six colour-ways. Available at Metro City Square, OG Orchard Point and selected retailers.

Pandora Pandora’s Summer 2014 collection of the alphabet and symbols from Pandora features six symbols of love, luck, faith and the 26 letters of the alphabet in oxidised sterling silver and cubic zirconia. They look very pretty, to say the least! Available in Pandora shops.

Sloggi Sloggi x Nello is the fourth edition of the exclusive Arty Chic collection. A collaboration with Italian artist Nello Marelli, it features 3D patterns on ultra-flat fabrics capable of reproducing colour definition and detail. Sloggi is also conserving 1.2m2 for every 1m of fabric used. www.sloggi.asia

Swarovski Bold statement pieces such as collars, cocktail rings and earrings can be expected from Swarovski’s Fall 2014 collection. Marrying art and light, the latest collection plays with the refraction of light, drawing upon the features of LED effects, holograms, kaleidoscopic and moving inspired motifs. From Swarovksi shops and counters.

Celebrity Sighting! Desperate Housewives star Eva Longoria was in town a few weeks ago for the opening of Damiani’s second boutique. The brand opened its second shop at The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands in time for the celebration of its 90th anniversary. Longoria was also seen around Bugis and at the Night Safari.

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TRAVELation T R AV E L F E AT U R E

Best camping spots around the world Whether you’re thinking of breathtaking scenery, serene solitude or good ol’ family bonding, no holiday in the city can beat the classic camping trip

et up close and personal with Mother Nature, curl up in a warm sleeping bag next to a campfire, peer up at the glittering stars and enjoy a few yummy s’mores. A camping trip in the arms of Mother Nature can be quite an incomparable experience. Here are five camping spots around the world that promise to give you an unforgettable holiday experience. Rhossili Beach Bay in the UK features Jurassic terrain with stirring views

golden sand. Do keep a lookout for shipwrecks below the waterline. Here, parking and public transport are within reach. Rhossili village also has good places to eat and drink. Pitton Cross Campsite offers good facilities. It is outside Rhossili village and close enough to the action whilst maintaining a tranquil atmosphere.

Maya Bay, Krabi, was featured in The Beach

Maya Bay, Krabi, Thailand

Rhossili Beach Bay, Gower, UK Rhossili Beach was awarded “10th Best Beach in the World” by TripAdvisor in 2013. The vast Jurassic cliffs offer dramatic views best enjoyed from the walking routes. Watch basking seals and dolphins prance in the water. Surfers benefit from the Atlantic swell, while sandcastle builders would love the fine

Embark on an incredible camping expedition with your family where the film The Beach, starring Leonardo Di Caprio, was filmed. Arrive before sunset when the crowd is smaller to truly appreciate the peaceful setting. Strong swimmers can swim to the shore of the island; or you can get there by a long tail boat or kayak. The crystal-clear seawater offers great opportunities for diving and snorkelling. You’ll find large underwater boulders encrusted with coral, and brightlycoloured fish. The dazzling plankton is so extraordinary that even the grouchiest kid would be elated. There is a small shack there that sells drinks and snacks, and there is a barbecue pit for cooking.

Black Hills, South Dakota, USA Camping in the Black Hills is a unique experience. Drift off to sleep to the sound of the wind softly sifting through the Ponderosa pines. Wake up to the warm sunshine and see the mountain lake sparkle as it reflects the brilliant rays. Visit the fascinating Mount Rushmore with the enormous sculptures of the visages of presidents George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln. Don’t forget the magnificent carving of Crazy Horse. Take a trip through Custer State Park, where buffaloes still roam. For an adrenalin ride, experience Sturgis in August, when the world famous Sturgis motorcycle rally is held. The Black Hills offer in-city RV Parks, luxury camping resorts, forest and lake campgrounds, and back-country camps.

Yoho National Park, Canada Yoho is a place of awe and wonder. The park boasts towering rock walls, spectacular waterfalls, glacial lakes and soaring mountain peaks. Yoho’s craggy peaks and steep rock faces, however pose an enormous challenge for hiking neophytes. Be very safe and get a guide if you need to. Admire the stunning view of Takkakaw Falls from afar, or feel the spray at the base. It is certainly refreshing. The entrance by the Yoho Valley is accessible now until mid-October, by small vehicles and bicycles only. You can picnic by the charming

Emerald Lake. This rich turquoise lake also offers superb walking, paddling, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing opportunities. Stop along the Natural Bridge to admire the Kicking Horse River as it carves a path through ancient rock. This is truly one of the most scenic campsites in the world.

Pulau Ubin, Singapore In our own backyard, we have a unique and nostalgic island enclave like no other. Pulau Ubin has a rustic air and feel that you can hardly find elsewhere in Singapore, or most parts of the urbanised world. Be transported back into the era when diesel generators were used for electricity. Mamam Beach and Jelutong Campsite are great places to set up base. To protect the environment, campfires and tying tent lines to the trees or cutting branches are prohibited. There are still plenty of things you can do, such as bird-watching and bike-riding. Jelutong Campsite also has facilities to accommodate a large campfire, for a night of singing fun and camaraderie, not to mention campfire-cooked food. Bear in mind that the water here is not suitable for drinking or bathing. Get the breather you need, away from the noise of city life, without having to spend an exorbitant amount to go abroad. By Lim Wan Ling

Mount Rushmore with the presidential facades

Yoho National Park, Canada, has rest stops cradled in the arms of Mother Nature

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Bucket List Exceptional ideas to experience in your lifetime

L OW- COS T GE TAWAY S

Angle for a huge catch in the spectacular northern seas

If you need a short holiday but your budget for your flight is $100 or less, look no further

stone wall. It also has a lush garden with tropical foliage that will enthral you. For non-history buffs, there is no lack of picturesque views and great shopping and eating options in Cebu. From $79, Cebu Pacific. Promotion ends when sold out.

The natural beauty of the arctic fishing village of Lofoten Island in Norway will leave you spellbound

Ipoh – Kellie’s Castle

Fish with the Vikings A trip to Norway for arctic fishing with the Vikings amidst spectacular scenery should be on your bucket list, and would be a holiday to remember Deep sea fishing is always on some sort of bucket list. Forget all that and try some arctic fishing in Norway, instead. It’s an once-in-a-lifetime trip where you can find yourself floating in the famous fjords of Norway or out on the open sea near Kattfjorden. There’s so much to see and do on trips like these. So what can you expect to find on one of these trips?

The Biggest Catch of the Day

picking up halibuts going up to 200kg. Catch a 30kg cod, or if you’re an average fisherman, fish up an average fish and you’ve got a catch worth about 10kg. It’s a sense of pride and achievement you’ll only get in this part of the world. It’s all down to the cod spawning out of the Barents Sea. It doesn’t matter what time of year you go because there’s always something new to catch. Some of the fish you can catch include ling, dab, mackerel, and haddock. This bucket list experience doesn’t just leave you with memories. It leaves you with dinner!

More than Fishing in Norway

What makes Norway such an exciting place to fish is the size of the fish. It’s not uncommon to see professional fishermen

Norway is about so much more than fishing. Deep sea fishing is the main activity, but many

of these trips involve side excursions to sail through the ice floes of the Arctic Circle and the chance to see the aweinspiring Northern Lights. The Northern Lights are on many people’s bucket lists, so even if fishing isn’t your main love in life, there’s always something to see. It’s an ideal trip to bring the whole family. You’ll discover Norway and its unique part of Europe in a way you’d never have thought possible! By Victoria

Kellie’s Castle has magnificent columns and even a wine cellar. The solitary mansion looks almost surreal among the wild plantations of Perak, projecting an aura of mystery. It has survived the test of time since it was built in 1915, symbolising the pioneering spirit of the early colonialists. You can also bring your family to Lost World of Tambun for an action-packed adventure or to simply enjoy a hot spring. From $65, Firefly. Promotion ends when sold out.

Cebu – Fort San Pedro Head to this distinguished landmark and take a quiet walk into Cebu’s profound history. Uncover old ruins and explore the historical chronicles of several countries such as Spain, America, and the native Philippines, all tied to a heavy

Kuching – Bako National Park You cannot believe how much natural beauty can be found in one of the smallest national parks in Malaysia! Bako is an ideal day trip for nature lovers and eco-minded adventurers. It is known for its extraordinary variety and contrast in its scenery and its wildlife. Be thrilled at the incredible range of vegetation including the varieties of pitcher plants and wild orchids. Look out for Bako’s famous resident, the bizarre-looking proboscis monkeys. From $78, AirAsia. Promotion ends when sold out. All information is accurate at time of writing.

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