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P ink Ribbon Walk 2014 27 Sep, 5pm, from $25 Join the walk against breast cancer. Every kind of participation is a significant form of support towards raising breast cancer awareness, showing support to survivors and raising funds to further
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FREE! Celebrate Us Roadshows 27-28 Sep Singapore 50 is kicking off Singapore’s biggest birthday with a series of roadshows. Make it a date with your family and friends. Find out what exciting events and activities are coming up next year. With traditional games, performances, prizes and more, it’s sure to be a blast. Northpoint Shopping Centre, www.singapore50.sg
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Singapore Teochew Festival 26 Sep-5 Oct, 11am-10pm, $5 Immerse in the heritage of Teochews at the exciting Singapore Teochew Festival. Be captivated by sections like Culture & Heritage, Food & Beverage and Arts & Crafts for children and adults alike. Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza, 391 Orchard Rd, www.teochewfestival.com
enhance Breast Cancer Foundation’s support group programmes and awareness outreach. Promenade Lawn @ Gardens By the Bay East, 3 Rhu Cross, www.pinkribbonsingapore.com
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Paws on the Beach 27 Sep, 10am-4pm For every beloved family pet, there are scores more in need of support and shelter. Come do your part at Tanjong Beach Club, which will be hosting its first adoption and awareness drive, Paws on the Beach, in conjunction with the Animal Lover Club. Tanjong Beach Club, 120 Tanjong Beach Walk, Sentosa Island, www.facebook.com/ animalloversleague.all
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NEW! FREE! Silver Infocomm Day 2014 28 Sep, 9am-12.30pm (English), 2pm-5.30pm (Chinese) Feel like you’re falling behind in this technology-savvy world? Join the week long Silver Infocomm Day 2014 to attend free seminars and exhibitions featuring the latest infocomm technology, as well as infocomm tips and deals. ITE College East and ITE College West, www.sid2014.info
Add some colour & life to your weekend family
YMCA Proms @ the Park
27 Sep, 2pm-8pm Proms @ the Park seeks to promote corporate social responsibility by matching corporations with voluntary welfare organisations for an outdoor concert and picnic, with the aim of bringing cheer to the beneficiaries through various performing arts and interaction with volunteers. Hong Lim Park, www.ymca.org.sg
NEW! FREE! Act 3 Drama Academy Children’s Day workshops Hug A Rhinoceros 3 Oct, 10am-12pm, 3.30pm-5.30pm, $60 Based on the stories and poems of Shel Silverstein, these one-day workshops are highly interactive and encourage children to offer ideas, verbalise thoughts and develop their sensory skills. Act 3 Drama Academy, 126 Cairnhill Road, ONE-TWO-SIX Cairnhill Arts Centre, www. act3international.com.sg da:ns Festival 2014 Footwork: Twinkle Toes Swing Baby Until 4 Oct, $24-$36 Discover the joy of movement and fall in love with dance! This workshop will give you some authentic jazz moves from the ‘20s to the ‘40s and its variations that will get you dancin’ right to the music. Specially for little ones aged 3 to 6 years old, and their mummies or daddies. Esplanade Rehearsal Studio, www.dansfestival.com
NEW! Don’t Let The Pigeon Drive The Bus! Until 28 Oct, $30 This lively show is full of fun, feathers, laughter and excitement and features original music and lots of audience participation! The friendly bus driver leaves us with one simple instruction: “Don’t let the pigeon drive the bus!” Alliance Francaise Theatre, 1 Sarkies Road, www.sistic. com.sg
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Harlem Yu I Wanna Give You World Tour 2014 3 Oct, 8pm, from $98 “Godfather of Pop Music” Harlem Yu is back in the scene after years! Catch him back in Singapore for his I Wanna Give You concert, which will see Harlem showcasing his 25-year music journey. Not to be missed is also
how Harlem will work the crowds by combining his singing and hosting talents in one show. Compass Ballroom, Resorts World Convention Centre, www.sistic.com.sg NEW! Electrico Love at The Sub 19 Oct, 6pm Electrico will be putting up their set for a good cause. Entrance fees and bar sales for the gig will be pay-asyou-wish, with the funds collected that evening going to The Substation. The iconic venue needs money for repair works, so it can continue hosting great shows in future. The Substation, 45 Armenian Street, www.electricomusic.com/ sub
Disco on Ice - Kpop Theme Night 26-27 Sep, 9.45pm11.45pm, from $12 Prepare your best Kpop dance moves and get ready to show if off on ice! Skate to the monthly themed nights as you experience exhilarating dance tunes, flashing lights and the ultimate icy thrill only at The Rink. The Rink, www.therink.sg
Mariah “The Elusive Chanteuse Show” 24 Oct, 9pm, from $98 The Grammy Awardwinning singer with the world famous fiveoctave range is coming to Singapore with her “Me. I am Mariah” concert. As one of the most gifted R&B singers, Carey is known for her decadespanning hits. Now at age 44, this songstress is still commanding the stage with finesse. National Stadium
For more interesting weekend ideas and entertainment stories, like & follow us at www.facebook.com/ weekendersgp Zubin Mehta and the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra 11 Nov, 7.30pm, from $90 The world renowned and one of the greatest conductors of our time, Maestro Zubin Mehta, will be leading the highly-acclaimed Israel Philharmonic Orchestra in its inaugural Singapore Concert. With the concert featuring three classic masterpieces, it will definitely prove to be an unforgettable evening not to be missed. Sands Theatre, MasterCard Theatres at Marina Bay Sands, www.marinabaysands.com CONTINUED ON PAGE 4
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2014 Asean Basketball League- Singapore Slingers VS Laskar Dreya 24 Sep-24 Oct, $6-$16 There’s no better feeling than cheering for your team. Come roar with the Singapore Slingers! The 2014 team is primed to compete against quality teams. It’s more than a game! Its an unrivalled family entertainment experience for basketball & sports fans alike. OCBC Arena, 2 Stadium Walk, www.sportshubtix.sg NEW! Samsung Sportsflow presents Fearless on the Sand Film Festival 15-17 Oct, 6pm-late, from $15, free for guests using Samsung devices with the Sportsflow app Watch out for a night of adrenaline and extreme sporting excellence while relaxing by the beach. A top-notch action sports film will premiere each night. Stay full and fuelled with signature dishes from our all day dining and barbecue menus and keep hydrated with a range of cocktails. Tanjong Beach Club, fearlessfilmfestival.com
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International Photography Festival 2014 4 Oct-30 Nov In its 4th edition this year, the festival’s theme is The Infinity, which celebrates the endless possibilities that ideas and collaborations can bring. Works from over 48 photographers from 23
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Over 100 singers come together in 10 awesome concerts, in 1 great International A Capella Festival FREE! International A Cappella Festival: Opening Concert 4 Oct, 6pm No instruments, just voices. Come, grab a picnic basket and enjoy! Head to the Botanic Gardens for the massive Opening Concert of the International A Cappella Festival featuring local acts such as Urban Harmony, TAS Children’s Choir, NANU, TAS Voices, Singapore Rock Choir, Vocablends and beatboxers Kai, Sam, Chris, Hekko and more. The Glue (Switzerland) is the guest artiste. Come for a magical musical experience. Shaw Foundation Symphony Stage, Botanic Gardens, www.a-cappella.org.sg
Priscilla- Queen of the Desert The Musical 16-21 Oct, 8 pm (Tues-Fri), 2pm & 8pm (Sat & Sun), from $48 Based on the 1994 Oscarwinning movie, the musical continues to stir audiences with its riveting performance on stage 20 years on. From a dazzling array of elaborate costumes and head-dresses to a song list of over 20 chart-topping ’70s and ’80s dance songs, this musical is something you don’t want to miss. Resorts World Theatre, Resorts World Sentosa, www.sistic.com.sg
Queen - It’s A Kinda magic 31 Oct-1 Nov, 8pm, from $55 The much loved, longrunning tribute show and full concert experience, Queen - It’s A Kinda Magic, will perform for two nights only! Painstaking detail has been paid to all the music and with state-of-the-art sound and lighting and an explosive international cast, this is as close as you’ll ever get to the real thing. MasterCard Theatres, Marina Bay Sands, www.sistic.com.sg
NEW! MAMMA MIA! 13-30 Nov, 8pm (Tue-Fri), 2pm & 8pm (Sat), 1pm & 6pm (Sun), from $95 A mother. A daughter. Three possible dads. And a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget! Over 65 million people all around the world have fallen in love with the characters, the story and the music that make Mamma Mia! the ultimate feel-good show. MasterCard Theatres, Marina Bay Sands, www.sistic.com.sg
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Best of vocal acts in one great festival Let music lift you up as the International A Capella Festival returns with globetrotting vocal acts from Switzerland, all over Asia and Singapore this October!
NO INSTRUMENTS, JUST VOICES Held over the month of October, the festival will take place at the Aliwal Arts Centre, apart from the Opening Concert. Lift your voices with The A Cappella Society at the massive Opening Concert at the Botanic Gardens, and lift off with concerts by various groups that dot your world map with headliners The Glue (Switzerland), Gay Singers (Hong Kong), Voco Novo (Taiwan), Zenith (Korea), Jamaica Cafe (Indonesia), local favourites NANU and more!
WARM YOUR VOCAL CORDS Prefer to actively participate instead of just watching these live performances? Join in the Festival Fringe Activities! Want to learn to sing? Go for the TAS Workshop Series – Introduction to Complete Vocal Technique (CVT) and warm those vocal cords. Watch and get hands-on with a cappella at the festival Camp A Cappella hosted by The Glue, and also catch singers and beatboxers jamming it live at SingJazz club.
Gay Singers (Hong Kong) Voco Novo (Taiwan)
In order to reach out to more people, the festival also has showcases at local libraries and bookshops. Look out for them!
SHOW YOUR SUPPORT We look forward to seeing our local homegrown a capella acts such as Singapore Rock Choir, TAS Voices, Vocablends and NANU alongside international acts. Do show your support for these local acts representing Singapore. All these exciting performances and more await in one fun festival, over one entire month. International A Cappella Festival 2014, 1 to 31 Oct, 7.30pm onwards, Aliwal Arts Centre & Singapore Botanic Gardens. Tickets at $30/$35. Visit www.a-cappella.org.sg/events/festival for more information.
oktoberfest others free! Ben & Jerry’s ChunkFest 2014 4 Oct, 2-10pm Bringing you chunks of fun, Singapore’s biggest ice cream festival comes back for the seventh year! Join us for an ice cream picnic with a smorgasbord of 20 flavours to try and a host of carnival activities. The Meadow, Gardens by the Bay, www.facebook.com/ benjerrysingapore
FREE! Silver Arts Exhibition Until 29 Sep The exhibition features Life Souvenirs, a special segment curated by Angie Seah, where four artists were invited to conceptualise projects that encouraged seniors to explore their sense of self through ceramics, photography, sound art and painting. Woodlands Regional Library, 900 South Woodlands Drive, www.nac.gov.sg
countries will be exhibited. Various locations, www.sipf.sg
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Oktoberfest Asia 2014
9-11 Oct, 5 pm (Thu-Fri), 3pm (Sat), from $95 Singapore’s largest Bavarian Festival, Oktoberfest Asia 2014 is back for the second year running. Experience three nights of authentic Bavarian festivities with free flowing Bavarian beers, a true Munchen band, gourmet Bavarian food and an atmosphere that rivals Oktoberfest parties in Germany and around the world. Marina at Keppel Bay, www.sistic.com.sg Brotzeit Oktoberfest 2014 9-12 Oct, 7pm-11pm (Thu), 7pm-12mn (Fri), 1pm-12mn (Sat), 1pm-11pm (Sun) Drink to your heart’s content this Oktoberfest with our premium Paulaner Oktoberfest Bier, sing along with the effervescent performance of Anton and The Funny Guys and Be merry only at Brotzeit Oktoberfest 2014. Vivo City, www.brotzeit.co
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Tiong Bahru is rapidly rising to be the next top hipster enclave. Will we end up overriding the heritage of the nostalgic neighborhood we once knew, as it becomes one so modernised? Are pies and cakes really slowly snuffing out laksa and chwee kueh? We asked and you answered! Here are just two of our favorite answers: Richard Chung says: Top Answer: To be honest – what is better than having a pies and cakes! Enjoying the rustic atmosphere of tiong bahru. After having a hearty lunch at tiong bahru market! It’s the perfect winning combination. It’s all about bringing in the younger people into a place filled with history. Who knows, you might meet someone at a cafe around the area who can educate us. It’s a win-win situation!
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RED CARD FOOTBALL FEVER
Juicy reviews & tips on the EPL & the best of world football
Clash of the derbies
Both teams are in dire need of a victory to get their season back on track.
Don’t we all love derby clashes? This weekend serves a massive treat of not one but two major derbies, with both pairs from Merseyside and North London facing each other in potentially explosive clashes. A word of caution: Derbies are not for the faint-hearted. You have been warned.
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It’s a weekend full of mouth-watering rivalries as Liverpool face Everton in the Merseyside derby while Arsenal take on Tottenham in the North London clash
It doesn’t get any fiercer than the Merseyside derby. With both teams desperate for a win, could we see a red card in this match?
Pressure is mounting after Louis van Gaal’s Manchester United suffered a 5-3 loss to Leicester City
Merseyside Derby: Liverpool vs Everton (Sat, 7.45pm) Having exceeded expectations last season, both Liverpool and Everton seem to be struggling to replicate their form. Both sides lost in the previous weekend, with Everton losing 3-2 at home to Crystal Palace while Liverpool fell to a shock 3-1 defeat against West Ham. The result means that Liverpool has lost three out of five opening games, while
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Everton has only one win and two draws to its name. Both teams are in dire need of a victory to get their season back on track. The Reds were rampant against Everton at Anfield the last time these two sides met, winning 4-0, but the three games before that ended in entertaining draws. Neither of them can ill afford to lose, so don’t rule out a fourth draw in five games. Prediction: Liverpool 1-1 Everton
Other Matches:
Manchester United vs West Ham Anything is possible with United having suffered a shock 5-3 defeat to Leicester City last weekend, and the Hammers are high on confidence after their victory over Liverpool. This should be a juicy match. Prediction: Manchester United 3-2 West Ham
North London Derby: Arsenal vs Tottenham (Sun, 12.30am) Both Arsenal and Tottenham have had contrasting fortunes leading up to this game. Arsenal recovered from the damaging Champions League loss to Borussia Dortmund in style to brush aside Aston Villa 3-0 last weekend. Danny Welbeck opened his goalscoring account and Mesut Ozil finally turned up the style. Spurs, on the other hand, are winless in four games in all competitions, and looked helpless against West Brom, having mustered only a single shot on target in the 1-0 defeat at White Hart Lane. The Gunners are one of two teams left in the Premier League still unbeaten, and their unbeaten run looks set to continue as Spurs failed to score in the last three North London derbies. The Gunners will go for glory for sure. Prediction: Arsenal 2-0 Tottenham
Chelsea vs Aston Villa It’s safe to say Villa will be no match for the might of Chelsea. Costa is expected to continue his fine goalscoring form. Prediction: Chelsea 2-0 Aston Villa By Ahmad Khan Tune in to Red Card Sports on StarHub TV Ch 225 or download the “StarHub TV Anywhere” app.
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About Ahmad Khan Ahmad Khan (@AhmadKhan12) is a presenter for Red Card Sports Radio. He has the potty idea that football makes the world go round and is convinced that the beautiful game forges greater bonds than the United Nations. Call 6281 1898 and join him in his rant about football every weekday from 6pm-8pm, on #RedCardDRIVETIME, and every weekend just before the EPL matches on #RedCardLIVE.
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Part 1 of 8 Hi, I’m Fluffy! Because I was rescued and I’m now living the good life, I hope all pets can too!
Pet-proof your place Today, I overheard my humans talking about pet-proofing our place. I wonder what that means – do you know? Hello humans, I arf in peace! My name is Fluffy and I am three years old. I was abandoned as a little pup but I was rescued by kind souls. Now, I’ve been given a lovely new home with very loving owners. My owner Franky, and his Mum and Dad, spend a lot of time playing with me and looking after my needs. That makes me really happy. When Franky is in school, Dad and Mum will take care of me. But Dad says with a new pet (companion) comes great pet-sponsibilities. So, one day I woke up and saw him fixing things up around the house! I followed him around and curiously noted what he did.
Hiding exposed wire cables I love to chew and may not know what’s dangerous. Mum is very kind to have hidden all wire cables from me since Day 1 of my arrival. Now I can chew in peace!
Removing sharp objects Franky’s latest school project requires the use of a pen knife. To keep me safe, he makes sure that he keeps it away from my reach at the end of each use.
LEARN MORE! I heard Dad telling Mum and Franky that they’re going to the SPCA & AVA to celebrate World Animal Day 2014 (11am to 8pm) this weekend at United Square Shopping Mall to learn more about pet care. I have to stay home but it’s okay. I need my beauty sleep before the next round of play with Franky anyway. I hope all pet owners around the world would take care of us as well as Franky does! To find out more about responsible pet ownership, please visit: www.petsforlife.com.sg
Make sure windows are properly meshed and holes are mended to protect our fur friends
Meshing windows and doors My neighbour has a cat. In order not to let the cat escape, they mesh up their doors and windows. It not only keeps her safe but ensures that she would not wander off and get lost. I ‘arf-ed’ in approval.
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Entertainment movie review
The Babadook: Take a closer look… if you dare
Are you afraid of the bogeyman? Don’t be – it’s the Babadook you should be worried about Director Jennifer Kent deftly exploits slanted angles and looming interiors to create a discomforting and ominous tone
Warning: Mild spoilers ahead
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rom the land of giant tarantulas and the danger-infested outback (Australia) comes another reign of terror. The Babadook, written and directed by first-time feature writer Jennifer Kent, tells of a widow Amelia (Essie Davis) and her problem child Samuel (Noah Wiseman) haunted by a sinister presence in their home. Samuel’s sixth birthday is coming up and it coincides with his father’s death anniversary. Amelia struggles to cope as Samuel’s disruptive behaviour worsens and she finds herself breaking from the stress. It may sound like the same overused, tired horror movie plot. But, I assure you, there is nothing that previous horror films can do to prepare you for this one. First you hear three knocks. Then a low, guttural growl announcing the arrival of the Babadook. He stalks in the shadows; an imposing figure with long black claws and a pale face, he looks a bit like the infamous Slenderman. But that’s not the real horror of The Babadook.
Is the horror real or imagined?
Naturally, Samuel wants to vanquish the Babadook, so he makes these really cool contraptions to protect Amelia. But not only does his mother not believe him, she also distances herself from him – to her, he’s the harbinger of her husband’s death. The option of parental comfort is removed and instead the mother is slowly turned into an unreliable and even threatening figure. This is a child’s worst nightmare and, in this moment, I swear we were all horrified children.
light and deafening audio in the climax were too dramatic, conflicting with the previous subtle brilliance. And while some viewers may be able to claw past this sudden change and arrive at the symbolism behind the ending, it might be too far-fetched for others. Also, the Babadook literally falls flat and lets out a defeated groan like a child refusing to go to bed. Oh well, all good things must come to an end. And, as the scaredy-cat that I am: boy, was I glad when this horrifying one ended.
Disappointing Ending
The Babadook [NC16] Director: Jennifer Kent Starring: Essie Davis & Noah Wiseman Genre: Horror Run Length: 94 min Release: 25 Sep
However, after the movie has exhausted its armoury of artistic tricks, The Babadook just falls flat on its face. The over-the-top blinding white
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You’re Scaring Yourself The creature itself isn’t the top scare. Instead, the movie uses subtle tactics to spook you into fear and anxiety. There’s the dull lack of lighting inside the house that creates questionable dark corners. The camera shifts at odd angles, drags through long takes and cuts abruptly. Then there are shapes hiding in the background that resemble the monster – I got goose bumps when I spotted them. There are no cheap scares or screamers. The movie’s artistic direction goads you into believing there’s one creeping around the corner, keeping you on edge. In the same way the horrors may all just be in Amelia’s mind, they are also in your own imagination.
Childhood Ruined
The Babadook tells of a widow, Amelia, and her child, Samuel, who are haunted by a sinister presence in their home
The movie particularly succeeds in taking every child’s worst fears and amplifying them to the extreme. The Babadook is first introduced with a children’s pop-up book. It looks innocent enough but as the pages are turned, the illustrations get more violent and menacing. It’s a fairy tale come true in the worst way – the monster has come alive.
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Sentosa Spooktacular: Surviving Laddaland Planning to get spooked this Halloween? Here are tips on how to enjoy the horrors of Laddaland… and live to tell the tale Sentosa is stepping up its Halloween game, and this year Fort Siloso will be swallowed by the eerie fog of Laddaland.
Fans of Thai horror may recognise Laddaland as a chilling 2011 movie. In fact, Sentosa Spooktacular has collaborated with GTH to actualise the studio’s most horrifying moments. Now, you can walk through the same creepy sets haunted by violent deaths – but you may not make it out alive.
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Denzel Washington serves up vengeance on a cold, vicious platter and we’re lapping it up All man may be created equal, but not all are punished equally. Robert McCall’s (Denzel Washington) history is as violent as they come but he has buried that hatchet and now works at a hardware store. So he lives as an average guy with an average job. But his jimmies are rustled when he meets Teri (Chloë Grace Moretz of Kick-Ass and If I Stay), a young lady blackmailed by the mafia into prostitution. And now the nice guy with the bright smile is cracking noses and skulls within record time.
As Seen on TV The Equalizer borrows its title and vigilante premise from a 1980s TV series but the similarities stop there. Director Antoine Fuqua (Olympus Has Fallen, Training Day) goes to town with the grisly details, morphing everyday objects into horrifying instruments of torture. Fuqua is also all about the whole “equalizing” aspect of McCall’s actions, using the character to advocate for equality and balance in the world. But with such generous amounts of wicked bloodshed, our impression of normal items like corkscrews may instead end up becoming… imbalanced.
Damsel in Distress Complementing Washington’s demeanour as the calm and cool hero, Moretz delivers a chilling performance as a young woman dolled up for all the wrong reasons.
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The Equalizer: Twisted & action-packed justice “(The Equalizer) doesn’t glorify prostitution nor make it cotton-candy,” Moretz explained. “The focus isn’t on her profession but who she is as a person,” she said. It’s a thinly-veiled commentary on the reality and terror of illegal human trafficking rings and the casting of babyfaced Moretz in this role makes this message all the more striking.
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but this time his role is different from his previous incarnations. For the sociopathic Teddy, the New Zealand actor adopted a unique Cockney accent and invented an entire history spanning England and London. Csokas said, “Remember, he’s a sociopath, so he can be anything to anybody.” But we’re pretty sure that to The Lord of the Rings fans, he’ll always be a royal elf.
The Equalizer [M18] Director: Antoine Fuqua Starring: Denzel Washington, Chloë Grace Moretz, Marton Csokas & David Harbour Genre: Action, Thriller Run Length: 132 min Release: 25 Sep
McCall’s witch-hunt leads him straight to the lair of a Russian ring, crowned by Teddy (Marton Csokas). Csokas is known for his frequent portrayal of head honchos
One Scary Party And, finally, the folks at Countdown are ready to party! But there is something awfully wrong about one of the guests. Join in as the celebration transforms into a life-threatening game of hunter and hunted. Will you outlast the countdown to your demise? Venture through the trails in any order you like but be especially wary of these characters: the Laddaland maid, who was mauled and stuffed into a fridge; Ice, the drowned girl from The Swimmers; the Siamese twins from Alone; and the game master from Countdown.
• Don’t run, or you risk bumping into the surprise around the corner! • Photography and videography are also not allowed on the trails. You don’t want to capture and bring home something… dirty.
A pair of Sentosa Spooktacular preview night tickets
• And if things get too scary to bear, squat down and wave your hands vigorously and the team will escort you out of the trail. The ghosts have all the time in the world but, for us mortals, entry is from 7pm to 12am midnight, and the trails are open until 1am. We recommend that you head in early for ample time to get spooked! Sentosa Spooktacular is open for scares on 11, 17, 18, 24, 25, 31 Oct & 1 Nov. Tickets can be purchased at store.sentosa.com.sg
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• Scared already? Here are some tips for an eerie good time. Dress comfortably for a quick getaway, but note that masks, props, and sharp objects are forbidden.
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• You might get shocked and lash out – that’s understandable. But try not to hit the offending ghoul. If you hit your fellow companions, though, nobody can blame you.
Laddaland is an idyllic gated neighbourhood by day but, come nightfall, ghosts rise to exact vengeance upon innocent visitors (like you). Can you hide well enough before the dead find you? Escape from Laddaland and you may make it to The Swimmers, where star athletes are waiting to splash around with you. It’s a dream for those into the sporty scene – if you don’t mind that they happen to be dead and ready to drag new victims into the deep. Don’t chicken out yet because the twins of Alone are waiting. After a dangerous surgery, Ploy is killed and returns to haunt her happily-married sister, Pim. Help Pim escape from Ploy’s wrath, but be sure to guard your own soul as well.
Denzel Washington is known for portraying interesting characters
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Brotherhood of Blades [TBA] In the Ming Dynasty, three close friends who serve as guards are sent on a quest to hunt down a politician. The three return successfully from their quest but find out their mission was nothing but the beginning of a conspiracy. What exactly happened? Director Lu Yang’s third film, after My Spectacular Theatre (2010) and A Motor Home Adventure (2012), proves to be a promising watch. STARRING: Chang Chen, Liu Shishi & Wang Qian Yuan GENRE: Period, Action RELEASE: 25 Sep
The Prince [NC16] Retired assassin and widowed father Paul is unwillingly forced back into the life he gave up when he suspects his daughter has been kidnapped. He is forced to confront his former rival in order to rescue her. STARRING: Bruce Willis, John Cusack & Jason Patric GENRE: Action, Thriller RELEASE: 25 Sep
The Rover [NC16] Imagine yourself, in the midst of a global economic collapse, alone and penniless when your one and only possession, your car, is stolen. What will you do? 10 years after a global economic collapse, Eric is in this situation. He relentlessly pursues the men who stole his only possession left – his car. Along the way, he captures one of the thieves’ brother, and the duo form an uneasy bond during the dangerous journey. Stars Robert Pattinson of Twilight fame. STARRING: Guy Pearce, Robert Pattinson & Scoot McNairy GENRE: Thriller RELEASE: 18 Sep
A Walk Among the Tombstones [NC16] Private investigator Matthew Scudder is hired by a drug kingpin to find out who kidnapped and murdered his wife. This is the latest Liam Neeson vehicle with similarities to Taken, yet with its own unique angle. STARRING: Liam Neeson, Ruth Wilson & Dan Stevens GENRE: Action, Crime, Drama RELEASE: 18 Sep
An armpit Yak & Crow selfie contest forces us to examine if we’re a nation of prudes We solemnly swear to yak about local hot-topic issues or crow about our opinions on Singaporean culture
The recent armpit hair selfie contest that stormed the online world has created much controversy and shoved a private matter right in our faces – what’s your stand? In recent months, a bizarre armpit hair selfie craze has swept over Weibo, the popular Chinese microblogging platform. Thousands of young women, who looked otherwise well put-together, proudly uploaded selfies displaying their, ahem, unshaven armpits.
Brouhaha over Our Bodies’ Bushy Bits As they raised their arms, netizens raised their eyebrows. Some gagged while others applauded the movement. Those in favour claimed that it “revolutionised stereotypes”. Weibo user @Alicey said, “Why are girls forced to shave? We need to advocate for change.” Another user @NewForcesOfCulture said, “Natural beauty is true beauty.” When I told my friends that I found the online armpit hair selfies to be downright gross and too in-your-face, I received mixed (and heated) reactions.
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Despite our growing acceptance of fellow Singaporeans with tattoos and facial piercings, many of us still found the endless stream of hairy armpit selfies unsavoury and unacceptable. My male colleague concurs, “Maybe ‘repulsive’ is too strong a word but I found the Weibo contest to be… distasteful.” Sylvia, who self-identifies as an emerging feminist, chides me, “Come on, aren’t you being a prude? It’s the 21st Century!” She adds, “Feminism started with braburning. It’s only a matter of time that trends recur and women feel the need to make a loud, unmistakable statement about what they stand for. Let them be!” I have to admit, Sylvia makes sense. On the Internet, sentiments are more often hollered than whispered. Attempts to raise social awareness have not always been intelligent or successful but new memes are guaranteed to continue sprouting anyway. We didn’t bat an eyelash at the scores of people who did the Ice Bucket Challenge for the sheer fun of getting drenched, so why not lighten up about the armpit hair selfie contest too?
To Shave or Not to Shave? The hype over the controversial contest has died down but the question remains — should women be expected to shave? Opinions are divided. Many women have been choosing to liberate themselves from shaving without raising a ruckus (or their arms in front of a camera). Candice from Michigan says, “I used to
Some of the brazen armpit selfies that inundated Weibo (Photos: swaggernewyork.com)
labour over shaving and waxing during my early twenties, when I was just following social norms. These days, I’ve stopped being a slave to social pressure. I don’t shave and I wear whatever I want.” For some, hair removal can be empowering. Amy, an executive in her forties who’s single, says, “I shave or wax almost everywhere but only for myself. I feel sexier that way.” For many I know, shaving comes down to a practical, personal choice. While body hair itself isn’t “dirty” per se, given Singapore’s hot and humid weather, one tends to develop body odour faster if unshaven. Joe, an IT guy in his thirties, is practical about the hairy issue, “Body hair isn’t going to be a deal-breaker when I’m dating. Hairy is okay, stinky isn’t.” Hear, hear!
Trendsetters vs. Laggards Have you wondered why grown women are expected to sport smooth, silky skin all over when it’s perfectly natural for body hair to sprout upon puberty? Big names such as Julia Roberts and Britney Spears have unabashedly allowed themselves to be photographed with their arms raised while exposing their fine crops of armpit hair. Perhaps the women posting their selfies on Weibo are in fact trendsetters taking a cue from those celebrities. It’s easy to stay unshaven and hide under a cardigan but it takes guts to put your body hair on display for the whole world. Trends come and go, and just as there are trendsetters, there are laggards too. To all who have found the Weibo contest tasteless or repulsive, I dare ask, “Could there be a prude in you?” By Runbin Yew Why do you think society expects women (or men) to shave? Do you think exposing body hair is a trend that’s here to stay? We’d love to hear from you. Drop us a comment at www.weekender.com.sg/ post-weekender-website/ now!
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6 things you ought to know about Sungei Road Thieves’ Market because soon it will be no more 3. Sungei Road area was also known as Kek Sng Kio Sungei Road Thieves’ Market, the original flea market in Singapore established in the 1930s, will be paved over to make way for the Sungei Road MRT station expected to be completed by 2017. That’s more than 80 years of history eradicated in one fell swoop. Nonetheless, here are 6 things you ought to know about Sungei Road Thieves’ Market:
1. Peddlers aren’t supposed to sell brand-new items Peddlers are not required to pay rent, but on the condition that they cannot sell brand-new items. This rule is official but it is uncertain how the authorities actually enforce it.
The Singapore Ice Works was built in the 1930s and situated near the road, which explains why that area is also fondly known as Kek Sng Kio, which literally means Frosted Bridge. The factory was torn down in the mid-1980s.
4. There used to be fiercer turf wars As space is limited, things can get heated. The flea market has been downsized before in July 2011, where half its space had to make way for the new Jalan Besar MRT Station. But even before this, peddlers were known to spray paint the tarmac ground to demarcate their designated area. Nowadays, each of the allocated metreby-metre space is on a first-come-firstserve basis.
5. Sungei Road produced millionaires Pang Lim, 57, who is the Managing Director of food court chain Koufu, was an illegal fruit seller in Sungei Road for five years in the 1970s. He saved enough money to rent a coffee shop in 1990 with his younger brother and uncle, and later rented out the stalls to other hawkers. The business took off and Koufu was born out of that one coffee shop.
6. Opium was still a thing in Singapore in the 1970s 2. Sungei means “river” Sungei Road got its name because it runs along the banks of the Rochor River (Sungei Rochor).
In the early 1970s, opium dens were common in the Sungei Road area. Opium addicts were mainly the poor, elderly people from the working class who sought the drugs out as a form of escape.
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Shima is also adept at sashimi dishes with fresh fish being flown in from Tsukiji Fish Market daily!
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hima has been around since 1980, nestled The appetiser in the deluxe set starts with a right outside the lobby of dish of tempura and Goodwood Park Hotel but I seasonal sashimi. You never had the chance to go also get to choose your until recently. own main course ranging The chef flambés I usually hate teppanyaki from chicken to oysters it with brandy and places as I end up smelling really to Australian or Japanese the flames are bad when I leave but, at Shima, I Wagyu. was surprised that I didn’t stink Ready your cameras if spectacular! as bad as I did when I left other you’ve picked the Wagyu. I suggest you stand teppanyaki places, thanks to the The chef flambés it with slightly further if new air vents. Oh, the good food is brandy and the flames are you want to keep your also a plus point. spectacular! I suggest you eyebrows intact. stand slightly further if you want to keep your eyebrows Dinner & a Show intact. Shima’s teppanyaki restaurant is The beef is cooked perfectly decidedly traditional with a small to medium as well, despite the flaming treatment, show element. But don’t expect the showy USA displaying the skill of the chef. Other dishes hibachi restaurant shrimp-tossing at Shima. It’s a included in the set are buttered scallops with real restaurant, thank you very much. lettuce, king prawns in creamy garlic sauce, The Shima Deluxe Set ($90-$200) is quite Norwegian salmon simmered in house sauce, extensive should you wish to go the whole hog. assorted vegetables, miso soup and garlic rice. A la carte items are available as well if you wish I loved the garlic fried rice for its simplicity to have less. Apart from the teppanyaki goodness,
The Seared Scallop Carpaccio tastes as sweet as it looks
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The Disgruntled Chef gets a makeover Apart from a décor revamp, there are a few new items on the menu to check out After four years into the business, The Disgruntled Chef on Dempsey Road was due for a pick-me-up. And refresh itself it did with the new décor and menu. The chairs in the restaurant have been re-upholstered and a metal chandelier hoisted in the middle of the restaurant gives it an illuminated update. With the new décor also comes the Summer Awakening menu. Newly-appointed Head Chef Jac Lim and Executive Chef Daniel Sia give the weekend brunch and main dining menu a makeover.
and perhaps had more than I should have. At least it will help stave off vampires, or other unwanted attention. Shima, Goodwood Park Hotel, Level 1, 22 Scotts Road, Singapore 228221, Tel: 6734 6281 By Cheryl Chia
Apart from Teppanyaki, Shima also has fresh sashimi
or maybe I’m just bad at cooking. I’m now relatively sure that I will never be satisfied with plain noodles again.
French Update for Brunch The brunch menu has been given a French update with the introduction of the tartine, an open-faced sandwich that is part of the quintessential French breakfast. I liked the Victorien Sardou ($25), a gruyere and lobster chunk tartine with tomatoes atop a slice of crisp baguette. It is cheesy, tart and comforting at the same time. If you’re gluten-intolerant, you can order the Turkish ($25) which is imam bayildi – an eggplant sauté – and pine nuts and mint. The gluten-free version comes on a slice of eggplant instead of bread. The regular serving features pita bread. Also not to be missed are the sweet tartines such as the Marie Antoinette ($20), an almond bostock brioche served with a side of prune and Almagnac ice cream.
Dining Updates The main dining menu at The Disgruntled Chef also sees some changes with the introduction of dishes such as the Beet-cured King Salmon ($18) with gin-infused cucumbers and horseradish mustard. Also try the Seared Scallop Carpaccio ($18) topped with ikura, konbu, lime and soy brown butter. The restaurant’s new take on its signature Crackling Suckling Pig ($68) comes with sauerkraut puree and mustard seeds, which help cut through the fatty and crispy suckling pig. All in all, I like the new update. The Disgruntled Chef, 26B Dempsey Road, Singapore 247693, Tel: 6476 5305 By Cheryl Chia
Still loading, and loading Because the hotpot is pure collagen based, it takes a while to melt into the soup. This gives the impatient eater (yours truly) time to slowly scour and devour the ready-made offerings of the place. There are sushi and chicken wings and soup and even chawanmushi. I am sold!
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First & only collagen hotpot buffet We visit the newest Momiji Shabu Shabu at Shaw Balestier and we are sold! Who knew collagen could taste so good? The brand new Momiji Shabu Shabu just opened its doors and promises a wonderful gourmet experience. This is where you can indulge in Singapore’s first-ever collagen hotpot buffet at affordable prices. Enjoy an array of over 100 items such as various shabu shabu meat, seafood, sushi, fish balls, bamboo meat paste, vegetables, pastries, desserts and more!
An assortment of noodles & more Look at how gorgeous everything is! I tried one serving of each noodle selection available and I love the dried noodles the most. The ramen goes a little strange with hotpot
Food on a stick, seafood on a bamboo stick You have to try this – seafood portions that you can choose to cook sparingly by using a little scoop spoon provided or, like me, by just pouring the whole chunk in. I liked their fish paste stick the best. It is very soft and a little salty and goes perfectly with the sesame sauce. The cuttlefish one comes a close second.
Who said size doesn’t matter? I never liked prawns – too much effort for too little meat. So imagine my joy when I saw these. These are only available at certain times of the day so you have to try this if you’re lucky enough! Momiji Shabu Shabu is running a promotion now where for every two persons who dine in, customers will get a complimentary premium item of either Wagyu beef or snow crab. I chose the snow crab in a heartbeat. It was supremely soft and savoury. I chose not to cook it in the soup and ate it as it is, dipped in their array of specialty sauces, and it didn’t disappoint. Momiji Shabu Shabu, Shaw Plaza, 360 Balestier Road, #04-01, Singapore 329783, Tel: 6258 3398, www.facebook.com/ momiji.japanesebuffet By Nicole Lee
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The Teppanyaki counter at Shima blazes as juicy morsels are about to be served
The Green Knight is a refreshing zucchini soup with seaweed, croutons and a drizzle of cream
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Coffee & more at JBM One Raffles Place Mall has a new restaurant with the opening of JBM Coffee & Dining One Raffles Place Mall has seen a bright and airy facelift with stores such as H&M opening in the shopping centre. The food wing is not neglected either, with the addition of JBM Coffee & Dining. The menu features rustic French and Italian cuisine by Chef Chamara Fonseka, who was previously with Au Petit Salut and Covelli. The coffee creations are helmed by Shaw Shyne Wei, who was the first runner-up at Singapore’s National Latte Art Championship 2014. Talk about fancy!
CBD Lunches Lunchtime is quite busy for JBM, with the business crowd in the area. When we were there, business was bustling! The food names reflect the young team
with playful menu names such as Lil’ Froggy ($24). It is lightly-seasoned and seared frog legs atop a bed of butter lettuce. It also comes with a mini cocotte of handmade mushroom ravioli in veal jus. The Green Knight ($8) is a zucchini soup with seaweed, croutons and a drizzle of cream for richness. It is also a great starter for a rainy day with its comforting quality. The Pork Terrine ($15) is homemade and comes with three slices of brioche coated with grape mustard seeds. The mustard seeds have a heady flavour from the soaking in grapes, giving it a sweeter flavour.
Filling Mains I loved the Beef Outside the Cubes ($24), which is essentially grain-fed tenderloin cut into cubes, grilled medium-rare and tossed in a mushroom sauce. It comes with either mashed potato or French fries. A far cry from the tough and chewy beef cubes used in Chinese cooking, the tenderloin cubes are medium rare, chewy and juicy. I would advise picking the mashed potato since it goes oh-so-well with the mushroom sauce and the beef jus. You should also try the Sassy Cassoulet ($32) if you like beans. This French stew features white beans and assorted seafood, which can be shared by two. And what’s a visit to JBM without coffee? The JBM Espresso Crème Brulee ($8) is a dessert and beverage rolled into one with a shot of espresso topped with crème brulee. JBM also does a mean piccolo. JBM Coffee & Dining, One Raffles Place Mall, #03-23/24/25, Singapore 048616, Tel: 6536 1047 By Cheryl Chia
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Japanese & Spanish Collaboration by Bincho & Moosehead Bincho and Moosehead fuse Japanese and Spanish cooking techniques and ingredients to bring three exciting new dishes Collaborating together for the first time are Chef Asai Masashi of Bincho and Chef Manel Valero of Moosehead Kitchen Bar, melding two different cuisines and cooking techniques to create a brand new interpretation of their favourite dishes.
The Best of East Meets West From Oct 1 to 31, diners at both Bincho and Moosehead will be able to sample these three new interpretations of dishes at Bincho and Moosehead. At Bincho, Chef Asai will be transforming three of Chef Manel’s dishes – chargrilled asparagus with leeks and garlic miso, chargrilled octopus with red pepper and lime, and crispy spiced pig’s ears, while Chef Manel will be putting his spin on three of Chef Asai’s — beef tongue, chicken tsukune, and pacific saury fish at Moosehead. Having enjoyed dining at each other’s restaurant, Chef Manel and Chef Asai came upon the idea of each creating an interpretation of their favourite dishes. Both chefs are grounded in similar styles, with a philosophy that focuses on global, freestyle flavours — believing that excellent, seasonal ingredients play an important role in allowing a dish to reach its maximum potential. What sets them apart is their cooking skills and techniques hailing from their homelands.
Savoury Interpretations to Salivate Over Each chef brings his individual culinary expertise to the table, sharing and learning from each other to extend their repertoire of culinary creativity for the enjoyment of patrons. A highlight is the octopus, a challenging ingredient to work with. The Spanish way of preparing the octopus differs from Japan’s — preparation and grilling methods yield a tender, yet flavourful dish. Bincho, 78 Moh Guan Terrace, #01-19, Singapore 162078, Tel: 6438 4567, www.facebook.com/ binchohuabee Moosehead Kitchen-Bar, 110 Telok Ayer Street, Singapore 068579, Tel: 6636 8055, www.facebook. com/MooseheadKitchenBar
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Snow Leopard pounces Snow Leopard Vodka has been launched in Singapore, to much fanfare Snow Leopard Vodka has been launched in Singapore by Edrington, who also owns The Macallan whiskies. The vodka not only makes good tipples, it also helps with the conservation of endangered snow leopards. What better reason to drink?
Philanthropic Partying It is stated that 15 per cent of all profits of Snow Leopard Vodka goes to leopard conservation efforts. The new vodka in town was launched with volunteer cyclists from the Singapore’s Cat Welfare Society delivering the first 15 cases to bars around the city. At the launch, founder Stephen Sparrow gave an introduction to the efforts to save the snow leopards
and the history of Snow Leopard Vodka. The vodka is made with artisandrawn water and six times distilled in Poland. It is a country that has dominated the production of vodka for over 600 years before being twicefiltered over charcoal to produce an exceptional taste and a super-smooth clean finish.
Bespoke Libations Guests were treated to bespoke Snow Leopard Vodka cocktails such as the Bagheera (named after the black panther in The Jungle Book), a refreshing mix of ginger ale, vanilla, basil, lemon and pastis. The Tibetan Sour featured sour plum, lemon juice, bitters and egg whites for a creamier cocktail. Snow Leopard Vodka is now available at select bars & premium retailers at RRP $118 per bottle.
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Pureheal’s Pureheal’s three-layered mask Callus Mask range ($32) delivers core ingredients to resolve skin trouble, large pores, and ageing or dull skin. It comes in six different ingredients such as Calendula Aloe, Propolis Rose and Ginseng Berry that serves various skin needs. Available at Sephora.
DrX DrX has come up with the DermaRx Bio-cellulose Facial Mask ($20 for one), which can rejuvenate, hydrate and brighten skin in a mere 20 minutes. It contains ingredients such as neuropeptides, Vitamin C and sodium hyaluronate to prevent aging, and to whiten and moisturise. The mask delivers ingredients in a time-release manner as the mask doesn’t dry out as quickly due to the bio-cellulose membrane, which helps the skin absorb the serum better. Available at The DrX Clinic, 302 Orchard Road, Tong Building, #16-01, Singapore 238862. By Cheryl Chia
For Beloved One was founded by renowned Taiwanese beauty editor Margaret Wu in 2004. By 2006, it was the top-selling cosme-ceutical brand in Taiwan cosmetic retail channels. Red Wine Antioxidant Night Jelly ($78 for 50ml), For Beloved One’s newest product, will be launched on Oct 2! Formulated with Red Wine Polyphenols from France, with patented formula Prodizia™, Vitis vinifera (Grape) Seed Extract and Phytessence™ Kudzu, it comprehensively protects skin and relieves all skin problems. Furthermore, the patented formula Lactobacillus Ferment brightens skin; Chronodyn™, known as skin energizer, accelerates metabolism; Phytessence™ Kudzu protects collagen and elastin from being broken down and maintains cell structure to keep skin looking youthful; and Vitis vinifera (Grape) Seed Extract strengthens skin immunity, creating radiant, youthful skin. Visit www.facebook.com/ForBelovedOneSG for more information on the products. Win a bottle for yourself now!
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Laneige introduces the improved Water Bank range as a solution speciallycustomised for Asian women to combat dry skin and lack of moisture. Its Water Bank Double Gel Soothing Mask ($34 for five) cools the skin and keeps skin soft and supple. The gel mask also fits the face well without slipping and sliding. Available at Laneige boutiques and counters.
Need a quick fix? Sephora’s Natural Therapy Mask ($4 for one) comes in colourful capsules and with ingredients such as green tea, avocado, rose, lingzhi and more to suit any skin type. I liked the green tea one for its clarifying properties. Place the capsule in the fridge to cool down the mask for a more relaxing experience. Available at Sephora.
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Taiwanese brand For Beloved One has the first bio-cellulose mask made of nano-scale organic fibres with FDAapproved “compound microorganism bacteria” through a strict fermentation process. It has the best affinity with the skin and can achieve essence absorption 30 times higher than other masks. The Melasleep Whitening BioCellulose Mask ($63 for three) may be a bit pricy but my skin felt supple and looked fairer immediately. Available at Sephora.
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Impressive both in size and look, the master bedroom comes with a walk-in wardrobe that can easily pass off as a fashion boutique space
All on Show The attention to detail is carried through into the master bedroom, which looks like it came straight from the pages of a magazine. Impressive both in size and look, the bedroom comes with a walkin wardrobe that can easily pass off as a fashion boutique space. Most significantly, illuminated open shelves by the side were designed specifically for the owner’s collection of limited edition Nike shoes.
Luxe living
Differing Views The most interesting feature in the living area is found on the ceiling, where Jack customised a light feature that is really an abstraction of the owner’s name. Much thought also went into the TV console that has been repositioned against a backdrop of the city view from the 17th floor.
“We didn’t want to block the view, so we went with three slim stainless steel bands as a support for the TV,” says Jack.
White Wash “While the client didn’t have any specific requests, he did tell us what he didn’t want: anything raw, woody or industrial. But other than that, he gave us a free hand in the design,” says Jack. The entire room adopts a pristine white colour scheme that has been applied to both furniture and finishes. “A white colour scheme can feel very cold, so we included softer finishes,” Jack explains. These come in the form of cushioned wall panels that line the sides of the living area, as well as soft drapery.
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Much thought went into the TV console that has been repositioned against a backdrop of the city view from the 17th floor
Light as Air Things lighten up in the study – literally. Wanting to keep the floor as open and unobstructed as possible, Jack designed a suspended glass work desk. Given that the desk looks best
H O ME MAKE O VER T I P S
For the bachelor who stays in this apartment at The Trillium, home is a place where one can truly enjoy the luxuries of life. It naturally follows that his home, designed by Jack Chan of Neu Konceptz, embodies swankiness and posh sophistication complete with plush finishes and unique details.
when neat and tidy, a built-in bookcase by the side ensures everything has its place. Across from all this, dark-tinted mirrors underline the sophisticated, masculine feel in the room.
When it comes to craftsmanship, there are few continents in the world that compare to Asia’s rich and diverse traditions in making furniture. Our visit to the International Furniture Fair Singapore turned up a new generation of Asian names who are harnessing age-old skills that have been sitting right in their backyard all this while.
KIMU
Based in Taiwan, KIMU is a young design firm run by Kelly Lin, Seah Yeh and Ketty Shih. One of its most notable designs is The New Old Light, a simple lampshade that is a mash up of the traditional Chinese paper lantern and a strong industrial style. The quality of light can be controlled by expanding or contracting the paper folds. www.kimudesign.com
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Matter & Matter
The Korean brand Matter & Matter (set up in collaboration with Muifran) makes all its furniture by hand in Indonesia. Using recycled wood that was once used to build houses, trucks and ships in Indonesia, Matter & Matter creates pieces like the Leg Chair (below). The brand also has a most desirable collection of accessories and stationery (left). www.matterandmatter. com
Craft in Asia
The guest bedroom comes cloaked in a darker palette that gives the room a lounge-like appeal. Jack pushed the bed up against the bay window to make the most of the available space. As a result, steps had to be incorporated to accommodate the platform bed concept. And, like all the other rooms in the apartment, the floor is carpeted for a plush feel underfoot.
Studiohiji
Helmed by Abie Abdillah, Studiohiji is bringing rattan furniture firmly into the 21st Century. The Pretzel Bench is a fine example of this, with its contemporary form and sensuous curves made from traditional rattanweaving techniques. Studiohiji’s furniture pieces are, of course, made exclusively by skilled craftsmen in Indonesia who have been doing this all their lives. Studiohiji’s products are available in Singapore at For the Common Goods, opened in June this year. www.forthecommongoods.com.sg
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and beverages. With this in mind, Tourism Western Australia has just launched the Experience Extraordinary gourmet campaign with key partners.
Culinary Tours with Chef Ambassadors
New gourmet tours & promos from WA If you’re a foodie and you love to travel as well, don’t miss out on Tourism Western Australia’s recentlylaunched campaign Western Australia (WA) is growing in renown as a world-class food and wine destination, with its bounty of gourmet produce, fresh seafood and premium wines
“This is the first time Tourism Western Australia is working with a consortium of travel agents and retail partners to push the culinary experiences of Western Australia in a concerted effort. We are also pleased to have Chef Isaac Tan of Bedrock Bar & Grill and Chef Wan, Malaysia’s culinary ambassador, involved in these packages,” said Ms Lee Ee Lian, Senior Consultant, Strategic Planning & Marketing. The Experience Extraordinary campaign encompasses a few packages and promotions including: • 5D4N Perth & Southwest Gourmet Package, from $638 • Genuinely Southern Forests Culinary Tour with Chef Isaac Tan (Full Day) on 23 Nov for $148 • 6D5N Perth/Western Australia Gourmet Tour with Chef Wan, from $1,818. • Eat . Drink . Buy . Western Australia retail promotion at selected outlets
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Bali - Ubud Sacred Monkey Forest From $98, Tiger Air. Promotion ends when sold out. The Monkey Forest is home to a group of Balinese long-tailed macaques. These animals are not human-shy, so once you enter, it feels like a game - of avoiding these monkeys. Three temples are also in the forest, including the Pura Dalem Agung (Temple of Death), which features many intricate and interesting stone carvings.
Other Gourmet Festivals & offerings The Experience Extraordinary campaign has been organised in conjunction with the Margaret River Gourmet Escape, a three-day gourmet food and wine festival showcasing the extraordinary produce and beauty of the region. A variety of premium WA produce is also available in Singapore at various retail outlets, restaurants and bars. Visit www.bestperthdeals.com/singapore for more information.
Be taken aback by the picturesque natural emerald pool while you take a dip.
Krabi - Krabi Hot Springs (Klong Thom) From $56, Tiger Air. Promotion ends when sold out. Think only Japan has the nicest hot springs? Well, Krabi has it too. In the South of Krabi province lies nature’s own Jacuzzis. The site features naturally hollowed-out ‘bathtubs’ with water from thermal springs at a pleasant temperature, surrounded by rainforest.
Kuala Lumpur - Batu Caves From $42, Jet Star. Promotion ends when sold out. Are you game for a steep climb of 272 steps, for a view of the stunning skyline of Kuala Lumpur? The Batu Caves also holds a Hindu temple and shrine, attracting crowds of worshippers and tourists at any one time, especially during the annual Hindu festival, Thaipusam.
Surabaya - Mount Bromo From $79, Jet Star. Promotion ends when sold out. Want to experience temperatures of as low as 3 degrees in a tropical climate? Head to Mount Bromo in Surabaya. The active volcano attracts throngs of tourists daily who come to appreciate its beauty, and you should too. Watch the sun rise over Mount Bromo and take in the breathtaking sights, or visit in the months of the annual festival for lively celebrations.
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The castle in the capital of Turkey
1) What is the capital city of Turkey? a) Istanbul b) Ankara c) Andana d) Bursa Answer: B. Istanbul is quite often mistaken to be the capital of Turkey due to its history, size and high volume of people visiting its historical sites. Ankara is more lowkey and it is mainly known for its Angora goats and cats. The scenic Cape Town in South Africa
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The Jamma Dar Fna main bazaar in Morocco’s capital
6) What is the capital of Morocco? a) Casablanca b) Marrakech c) Oran Answer: B. If you answered Casablanca, you’ve been deceived by Hollywood magic. The popular movie Casablanca has most people misled. The capital of Morocco is the historical city of Marrakech.
The Parliament House of Australia is an architectural beauty
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7) Sydney is the capital of Australia a) True b) False Answer: B. Sydney is quite often mistaken as the capital of Australia. The nondescript city of Canberra is the capital for political reasons. Essentially, to make Sydney and Melbourne stop squabbling, Canberra was crowned the national capital in 1908. Hanoi is full of beautiful Vietnamese and French colonial architecture, such as the Hanoi History Museum
a) One b) Two c) Three
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Answer: C. There are three different capitals in South Africa handling executive, judicial and legislative aspects of the capital, namely Pretoria, Bloemfontein and Cape Town. The very modern Cathedral of Brasilia at night
The historic Parliament Hill in the capital of Canada
4) What is the capital of Canada? a) Ottawa b) Toronto c) Vancouver d) Montreal
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2) How many capital cities does South Africa have?
Answer: A. Ottawa. Toronto, Montreal and Quebec were capitals of Canada for brief periods until 1857. Queen Victoria chose Ottawa, which is positioned between Toronto and Quebec, to be the capital city. And it has been so ever since. The capital of Switzerland is a world treasure
8) Ho Chi Minh City is the capital of Vietnam. a) True b) False Answer: B. Far from it. The capital of Vietnam is Hanoi. Hanoi used to be part of North Vietnam before the reunification in 1976. Thus, it became the capital of Vietnam to symbolise the victory of the North, stripping Saigon (or Ho Chi Minh City) of its capital status. Trivia: The name Ho Chi Minh City was given to Saigon to further shame the South Vietnamese who lost the war. By Cheryl Chia
3) The capital of Brazil is ____________. a) Rio de Janeiro b) Sao Paolo c) Brasilia Answer: C. Brasilia. Rio de Janeiro was the capital of Brazil until 1960 but the capital of Brazil is now the futuristic city of Brasilia, which is literally in the middle of the desert.
5) Zurich is the capital of Switzerland. a) True b) False Answer: B. Zurich may be one of the richest cities and the largest in Switzerland but it is not the capital. The more unassuming Bern is the de facto capital.
How You Fare If you got 0-2 correct: You’re a geography dunce! Go back to school, dumbo. You deserve capital punishment. If you got 3-5 correct: You probably have better geography or travel knowledge than the average person. Kudos to you! If you got 6-8 correct: You’re very well read or travelled! Keep calm and carry on.
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Trendy Bangkok? Think Thong Lor! Part 2 of 2 Former DJ Shareen Wong is back to share with you more travel tips, and she highlights some of the most happening places in Thong Lor, Bangkok You may have been to Bangkok quite a few times now. Are you looking to experience some cool new places? In Part 2 of our Thong Lor guide, I bring you more things to see and do.
Seenspace 13 This place is best described as the Bangkok equivalent of Holland Village but occupying a much smaller space. Hop on a motorcycle outside Exit 3 of the Thonglor BTS and it’s on your left once you turn into Soi 13. The first thing that hits you is the open courtyard that’s shared by three to four restaurants and bars like Fat’R Gut’z, which is known for its fish and chips, and Clouds, which has an interesting cocktail menu and décor to match.
Head upstairs to one of my favourite brunch places – Roast. The menu is designed to resemble a newspaper and offers a good variety of yummy-looking items for lunch or dinner. The pulled pork burger and crab cakes are good and you’ll want to leave room for dessert. The place has a nice, chill vibe with its mismatched chairs and sofas and a mixed crowd of expats and locals. Reservations are recommended. Seenspace 13, Thonglor Soi 13
The humble Pad Thai is one of the yummiest dishes you can find in Thailand
The Iron Fairies A jazz bar inspired by a fairy tale book written by its owner? The Iron Fairies is easily Bangkok’s most intriguing (jazz) bar. You’re greeted by rows of medicine (or is it fairy dust?) bottles outside which don’t look like much. But once you’ve stepped into the dark, broody bar it does feel magical. Owned by Ashley Sutton, a former Australian blacksmith, the bar is designed to look like an ironsmith’s workshop. Once your eyes get accustomed to the dark, you’ll start to admire the gargoyles, fiends and fairies hovering above you. Come for the cocktails, the band and the experience. You might find yourself tempted by the massive burgers. The Iron Fairies, 394 Soi Thonglor, Sukhumvit 55, Tel: +66 99 918 1600
Food Street Sukhumvit Soi 38 It might sound far off but Soi 38 actually is just across the road from Thong Lor BTS. Don’t expect a gathering of hawkers similar to Newton Circus or Lau Pa Sat in Singapore. Instead there are probably no more than 20 street vendors here serving up pretty tasty nosh. At the start of the street to your right, down a little alleyway, look out for the “Pad Thai Champion of the World”! This guy has
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Shareen Wong is a travel-holic, foodie and former radio presenter. She’s floored by the sheer number of cool restaurants and bars in Thong Lor. And they keep popping up, so there’s a never-ending list of places to check out! Shareen has caught the entrepreneurial bug and now travels the world curating pieces for her designer jewellery boutique – Embrace Jewellery. Follow her travels on Instagram: @shareenwong_
THE Magic of Venice on a ship Costa Cruise brings the grand Carnival of Venice to sea this November. Masquerades, parades, good food and good music all await you on board the Costa Victoria. Passengers on board the Costa Victoria can expect to be delighted with amazing Venetian activities tailored to the whole family. Enjoy Venetian arts and crafts, Italian lessons, carnivals and a never-before-seen Venetian feast. While the adults are being pampered, children will be treated with mask painting and costume making workshops to prepare for the Carnival of Venice Theme Party. The real party begins on the night of the Venice Theme Party. Dance the night away to Italy’s most famous songs in your Venetian costumes. Be sure to dress for the occasion!
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taken part in Pad Thai competitions and emerged champion, and you can taste why. His dish is filled with fresh seafood, including chunks of crab meat, and his noodles are perfectly cooked. It’s also not too cloyingly sweet as most Pad Thais can be. Second to the Pad Thai are the ripe, juicy mangoes and sticky rice. Stroll a little further down and you’ll find a porridge stall where you can customise your porridge anyway you like. I had mine with sliced pork, salted and century eggs (they give you whole eggs) and it was one of the best “chok”s I’ve had! If you’re not too stuffed, walk a little further down and you’ll see a noodle cart serving Thai-style wanton mee with dumplings and crab meat! Find a table and “tar pow” from the various stalls so that you get to sample a bit of everything. The stall owners won’t mind. It is best to go from 7pm onwards as some stalls open only later at night.
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