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top 5 family-friendly cultural adventures
see what surprises AWAIT At the geylang serai bazaar
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July 10 - July 23, 2015
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geylang serai ramadan bazaar & other treats for All hari raya puasa
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free! Geylang Serai Ramadan Bazaar
Until 16 Jul With over 1,500 stalls set up, the Geylang Serai Ramadan Bazaar is the biggest and most popular one in Singapore, attracting large crowds who flock over to patronise the stalls. Whether you’re looking to fill your tummy with bite-sized delicacies or kueh, or looking for new things to add to your wardrobe, here is a place that you should visit. Sims Avenue, in front of the Singapore Post Centre
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9-12 Jul, 10am-12am Haven’t got everything ready and in order yet for Hari Raya? Don’t need to fret, just head on down to the Singapore Expo to get everything you need for Hari Raya this year. Boasting an extensive range of items, such as decorations, clothes and even delicious kueh kueh and other yummy food. Lots of entertainment will also be lined up to hype up the atmosphere for Hari Raya Aidilfitri, so don’t miss it! Singapore Expo Hall 4B
exhibitions
JJ LIN TIMELINE: GENESIS WORLD TOUR
BIG BANG 2015 World
JOLIN TSAI 2015 PLAY WORLD TOUR
18 & 19 Jul, 6pm, from $168 Coming back from a long hiatus, one of South Korea’s hottest boy bands, Big Bang, is back in Singapore and will be performing several of their previous hit songs, as well as songs that the group will be releasing every month until their studio album release on Sep 1. Singapore Indoor Stadium, www.sportshubtix.sg
25 Jul, 8pm, $108-238 Known for her impressive dance choreography, Taiwan pop star Jolin Tsai has, for the first time, assembled a team of internationally-renowned talents to collaborate in her concert. Apart from Hollywood talents and 12 dancers from around the world, she has also roped in a prominent Hong Kong stage dresser and other top costume designers to be part of this world tour. Singapore Indoor Stadium, www.sportshubtix.sg
Tour [Made]
5 Sep, 8pm, $78-198 JJ Lin will bring the tour to his most familiar playground at the Singapore Indoor Stadium. The concert promises to be yet another 360-degree, all-round experience, with elaborate staging and effects, and an utterly exhaustive set list of this homegrown talent’s most well-loved hits. Singapore Indoor Stadium, www.sportshubtix.sg
MUSE: LIVE IN SINGAPORE 26 Sep, 8pm, $108-228 One of Britain’s biggest bands, Muse returns to our shores to rock the night away with local and regional fans. The band’s use of imagery and special effects has given it a reputation for creating some of the most memorable ‘live’ experiences around, and the Singapore show will be no exception. Singapore Indoor Stadium, www.sportshubtix.sg
new! free! 20 Years of Art: Retrospective by Hong Zhu An 15-21 Jul, 11am-9pm Trained under the famous art scholar Wang Zidou, Hong is an artist that has mastered both Western and Chinese art and has studied almost every aspect of art from painting to ceramics and even fashion design. This show will be a collection of 20 of his best works and a reflection of his vast academic background. Ode to Art Gallery@Raffles City
free! Hari Raya Light-Up 2015
Until 16 Jul Head down to the Geylang Serai neighbourhood to lavish in and enjoy the spectacular light-up this year. The colourful lights and sounds are an essential part of the Hari Raya celebrations. Whether you are Muslim or not, make a trip down to soak in the sights and feed on the buzz, and bites. Gelang Serai, Sims Avenue and Geylang Road
25 Jul, 7.30pm, As part of the Aliwal Night Crawl, Malay Heritage Centre presents a Minang Fashion Show which will showcase the rich Minangkabau textile tradition like the songket. Textile and fashion lovers out there should not miss out on this parade of colourful traditional costumes from the various regions of West Sumatra. Bussorah Mall, www.malayheritage.sg
free! Exporaya
music
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free! Minang Fashion Show by Sumbar Talenta
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free! Tampines Hari Raya Bazaar
Until 7 Aug Craving for that scrumptious, juicy Ramly burger and even some churros? Or maybe you’re just looking for a new scarf this Hari Raya. Organised by the People’s Association, some stalls have also been set aside at subsidised rates for needy families. So be sure to patronise and shop ‘til you drop. Open field adjacent to Tampines MRT
DreamWorks Animation: The Exhibition Until 27 Sep DreamWorks Animation: The Exhibition will feature 31 films and more than 400 displays allowing visitors to experience how these animation works make the leap from initial sketches to their big screen debuts. It will feature exclusive concept drawings and behind-the-scenes footage of the creative process and remarkable character sculptures. ArtScience Museum, www.marinabaysands.com
free! 50 Made-in-Singapore Products 15 Jul-6 Sep Did you know that brands such as Van Houten and Bridgestone have products made in Singapore? Come and find out more about our nation’s manufacturing achievements at the National Heritage Board’s 50 Made-inSingapore Products exhibition. The exhibition showcases various Singapore products including Axe Brand medicated oil and Butterfly brand kerosene lamps through text, photographs, memorabilia and multimedia stations. National Museum of Singapore, Glass Atrium
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Disney on Classic ~ A Magical Night ASIA TOUR 2015
16-17 Jul, 7.30pm, $35-$165 Featuring the timeless music and scenes from Disney’s Snow White, Cinderella, The Little Mermaid, Tangled, Frozen and Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl. Let your favourite Disney memories come alive with original movie footage projected overhead on a large cinematic screen, and specially-designed lighting and staging effects for that extra sprinkling of magic. This glittery show promises to be an unforgettable and unique experience for Disney fans of all ages! The Star Theatre, The Star Performing Arts Centre, www.sistic.com.sg
Flowery Fun Times Floral Display Until 19 Jul, 9am-9pm Relive your childhood as some of your favourite nursery rhymes are brought to life. Step into a world filled with beloved characters such as Mary and her little lamb, the old lady in her shoe, and Old MacDonald with his farm animals. Amid a field of colourful Lupins, Delphiniums and Foxgloves, find Humpty Dumpty and visit Mary, Mary, Quite Contrary in her garden! Flower Dome, Gardens by the Bay, www.gardensbythebay.com.sg
Imaginarium: A voyage of big ideas Until 19 Jul The exhibition is inspired by the crescent moon on the Singapore flag, symbolising a young nation on the rise and its capacity to dream big and think large. Particularly targeted at children, Imaginarium is both immersive and interactive. Singapore Art Museum, 8 Queen St
sports Barclays Asia Trophy Singapore 2015 15 & 18 Jul, 6pm, $25-$155 The Barclays Asia Trophy is the only Premier League competition taking place outside of England, and has been held biennially since 2003. Fans will be excited to know that this event will feature the debut appearances of Arsenal and Stoke City, as well as Everton and the first Singaporean team in the tournament, the Singapore Select XI. National Stadium, www.sportshub.com.sg
Tom & Jerry Fun Run
Orange Ribbon Run 29 Aug, 4pm-11pm, from $25 In its third year running, the Orange Ribbon Run is Singapore’s only running event against racism. It encourages all Singaporeans to embrace diversity, be part of the movement to stand against any form of racial prejudice and celebrate harmony. The event will feature three different categories: 10km competitive run, 5km competitive run and 3.5km Family Walk. Registration closes on 9 Aug. Marina Bay Sands Event Plaza, www.raceagainstracism.sg
30 Aug, 7-10am, from $55 Featuring a 5km timed fun run around Sentosa Island, participants get to represent their favourite Super Heroes like Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman and race to get their team labelled as the “Fastest Heroes of the Year”. Look out for post-race fringe activities as well as a merchandise booth of collectibles. Sentosa, Interim Carpark, www.dcjusticeleaguerun.com.sg
theatre The LKY Musical 21 Jul-2 Aug, from $58 Starring Adrian Pang as Lee Kuan Yew and Sharon Au as Kwa Geok Choo, The LKY Musical encompasses great emotional depth and covers the struggle in tumultuous pre-independence Singapore. In a tale of love, loyalty and betrayal, witness the great Singapore Story and the endeavours of Singapore’s most iconic founding father. Mastercard Theatres, Marina Bay Sands, www.sistic.com.sg
Dr Seuss’ The Cat in the Hat
23 Aug, 7am, $49 for kids, $69 for adults Relive one of your favourite childhood cartoons with a short 5km fun run suitable for the family. There will be a carnival area surrounded by Tom and Jerry animations along with many photo opportunities. Finishers will receive an exclusive Tom & Jerry medal. Children under three years old run for free. Singapore Flyer, www.tomandjerryfunrun.com.sg
The DC Justice League Run 2015
26 Aug-27 Sep, from $22 Sally and her brother get a surprise visit from the Cat in the Hat. With his endless tricks and crazy ideas, he certainly turns a dull rainy afternoon into one amazing adventure. Joined by the twin mischief-makers, Thing 1 and Thing 2, The Cat in the Hat promises to be a purr-fect day out for both children and parents. DBS Arts Centre, www.sistic.com.sg
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July 10 - July 23, 2015
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Joanne Peh: Baby bump didn’t stop intense filming New mom Joanne Peh has been the talk of the town since her marriage to fellow actor Qi Yuwu – she tells Weekender about her experience filming a movie while with child Upcoming drama thriller 1965 had me gripping my seat handles in nervous suspense – but probably not for reasons you’re thinking. The intense scene I saw at the preview featured actress Joanne Peh as Chinese immigrant Zhou Jun at her family’s coffee shop during the chaotic riots of 1964. She’s being pushed and shoved by a relentless horde of rioters looting her shop. Joanne was pregnant when she filmed that scene. Now, at nine months pregnant, Joanne sports what many call “the glow”. She was excited to tell us about her baby plans – although she continues to remain secretive about her child’s gender. I dug deeper to find out more.
How have things been since your pregnancy began? It’s [the baby is] starting to move around a lot! It was kicking quite a bit just now, so I had to hurry to the ladies’. But I’ve been enjoying and appreciating this experience!
That looting sequence was intense. How did you feel during that scene? I was a little bit scared that they would push me over and I’d fall. But I didn’t want to compromise on realism – I needed them to be real so I could react. If they were doing a half-hearted attempt, it would be really difficult for me to [portray] a real sense of danger and threat. But when we saw the clip just now, I actually felt quite nervous!
You’re not the only one! You only found out halfway through filming that you’re pregnant. How different might things have been if you’d known from the start? It was good that I didn’t know at first, or I wouldn’t have done a lot of things. I would’ve been less daring, and the end product would be different.
I didn’t want to compromise on realism – I needed them to be real so I could react. Your husband, Yuwu, also stars in 1965. How did you two work together? I turned to my husband for inspiration [for my character], because he came from China and had to find his sense of home here. He told me that his sense of home is having friends and family here. That’s very true – and that’s also how it is for Zhou Jun.
Will Yuwu accompany you into the delivery room? Yes, he plans to!
What does your baby respond most to? I always imagine the baby dodging food or something because it’s really active when I’m eating! The movement is much bigger than normal and I’d jump.
So, recently, have you been resting at home or are you taking on new projects? My energy is definitely waning, so I’ll have to start resting around mid-July. But right now we’re starting to film for a variety show that charts my progress. I’ve also found my photographer for my photo shoot. [Joanne had previously expressed her desire for a nude pregnancy photo shoot.] I definitely want to record and remember this – I feel really beautiful during my pregnancy!
By Pamela Chow The film 1965 will be released in theatres on Jul 30.
Our Hello, World! photo segment for babies is back! Immortalise your precious baby in print by getting his or her photo published! What better way is there to celebrate your newborn or toddler than to show off your baby to the rest of the world?
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Clockwise from top: Joanne Peh chats with director Randy Ang (left) about filming 1965 while being newly pregnant; Dramatic thriller 1965 stars Joanne Peh as Chinese immigrant Zhou Jun during the chaotic period in Singapore’s history; Joanne Peh (right) as Zhou Jun, with co-star James Seah as Zhou Jun’s suitor, Seng
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July 10 - July 23, 2015
From Left: Muhammad Nur Alfian Juma’en was the biggest champ, beating the World Silat Champion despite a large cut on his foot – a moment no Singaporean would ever forget; Singapore’s poster boy Joseph Schooling won nine Golds and set records in each of those races
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SEA Games 2015: A truly extraordinary celebration The SEA Games returned to Singapore after 22 years, in the nation’s golden jubilee year – we re-look at what was extraordinary Involving over 7,000 athletes and officials across 36 sports, the 28th SEA Games recently came to an end, leaving many emotional and extraordinary moments. Host country Singapore won a record 259 medals in total, the most by any country at the Games, including 84 Gold medals. Amidst all the sporting excellence, three heroes stood out.
Extraordinary Heroes Swimming wunderkind Joseph Schooling was further entrenched as Singapore’s poster boy as he not only clinched nine Golds among other medals, he set Games records in each of the events he won. A different kind of champion, marathon runner Ashley Liew showed extraordinary sportsmanship and became the role model of the Republic. Leading the field after his rivals took a wrong turn, he chose to wait for them instead of taking advantage and eventually finished 8th. What a chap! Still, 18-year-old Muhammad Nur Alfian Juma’en was undoubtedly the champ of the Games, beating World Silat Champion Tri Dinh Nam in a fiercely-fought match that saw him sustain a large cut on his foot. Winning Singapore’s only Gold in Silat, Alfian Juma’en was overcome with emotion on the podium and tears rolled uncontrollably down his cheeks – a moment no Singaporean would forget.
LIFTING Public Experience to Greater Heights The public’s SEA Games experience was also elevated as, apart from a cash sponsorship of more than $1 million, UnionPay International, the official payment systems sponsor of the 28th SEA Games, introduced complimentary hot air balloon rides. From 8am to 10am and 5pm to 8pm at the SEA Games Carnival, the hot air balloons enabled them to enjoy a panoramic view of the Singapore Sports Hub and its scenic surroundings, reaching a maximum height of 25m. It was certainly a different way to enjoy the festivities.
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Nonetheless, the Closing Ceremony also brought athletes, officials, volunteers and spectators together to a new high, featuring popular local artistes such as The Sam Willows, Tabitha Nauser and Tay Kewei. In SEA Games tradition, the next host, Malaysia, also contributed a performance. “Diversity in Motion” was a rallying call to unity for the country as it looks to host the 29th Games. Living up to “Celebrate the Extraordinary”, the 28th SEA Games acknowledged extraordinary efforts of athletes while the Ceremony also recognised the extraordinary qualities of individuals who had helped. Currently, it is the Games to beat.
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TRUSTED BRANDS 2015 VOTED BY SINGAPOREANS
IN THIS DIGITAL AGE of rapid transactions, point-and-click ordering, and comparison shopping, trust has become more important than ever. For Singapore’s most trusted brands, it is worth its weight in gold. The Reader’s Digest Trusted Brands Survey is now in its 17th year, recognised as the most objective and influential poll when it comes to rating the brands and services that Singaporeans trust the most. Awards were presented across 42 categories. Gold Trusted Brand Awards were given to
brands that scored significantly higher than their rivals. Platinum Trusted Brand Awards were given to brands that performed exceptionally, winning their category with a score that vastly outpolled their closest competitor. Last but not least, Asia Trusted Brand Awards were given to brands that won a Reader’s Digest Trusted Brand award in the same category for at least three of the surveyed countries. Ipsos, one of the world’s leading global market research companies, asked each Singaporean participant for the name of their
most trusted brands, and then to rate each of those brands in the following six attributes: trustworthiness and credibility quality value understanding of consumer needs innovation social responsibility These different criteria are used to provide a truly comprehensive overview of consumer attitudes toward brands, providing deeper insights beyond what simple “Yes/No” questionnaires can provide.
The results of the 2015 Reader’s Digest Trusted Brand survey present a captivating analysis of consumer confidence in the brands driving the Singaporean economy. The Trusted Brands survey is carried out in five markets across Asia (Singapore, Hong Kong, Philippines, Malaysia, Taiwan). The Asian survey is part of a broader global initiative by Reader’s Digest, which also conducts Trusted Brand surveys in Australia and New Zealand, N o r th a n d S o uth A m e ric a , Europe and South Africa.
To see all of this year’s winners, visit www.rdasiatrustedbrands.com THE TRUSTED BRANDS AWARD CEREMONY 2015
The centrepiece of Trusted Brands each year is the Trusted Brands Award Ceremony – an exclusive event where some of the most powerful names in the Singapore business world come together. The 2015 Trusted Brands Award Ceremony was held on the 17th of June, with the Conrad Centennial Singapore providing a luxurious setting for the event. This year’s event was hosted by Wayne Chua.
2015 Trusted Brand Ceremony at Conrad Centennial Singapore
Cheryl Fox giving her acceptance speech
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR WINNERS!
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READER’S DIGEST TRUSTED BRAND 2015 AWARD WINNERS FOOD AND BEVERAGE
HOUSEHOLD PRODUCTS
SERVICES
CATEGORY
ASIA
SINGAPORE
AWARD
CATEGORY
ASIA
SINGAPORE
AWARD
CATEGORY
ASIA
SINGAPORE
AWARD
›› Air Conditioner
Daikin
Daikin
Gold
›› Cooking Oil
Knife
Knife
Platinum
Panasonic
Mitsubishi Electric
Gold
DHL
Platinum
Gold
›› Air Freight/ Courier Service
DHL
FairPrice
Panasonic
Gold
Naturel
Gold
FedEx
FedEx
Gold
›› Cruises
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Royal Caribbean International
Gold
Star Cruises
Gold
›› Caterer
–
Neo Garden Catering
Platinum
›› Coffee Machine
–
Nestle Nespresso
Platinum
Nescafe Dolce Gusto
Gold
Philips ›› Mattress ›› Paint ›› Refrigerator
›› Washing Machine
›› Water Purifier
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Gold
›› Juice
–
F&N
Gold
Marigold Peel Fresh
Gold
›› Milk
–
HL Milk
Gold
Marigold
Gold
Select Catering
Gold
Stamford Catering
Gold
Best Denki
Gold
Courts
Gold
Harvey Norman
Gold
Crystal Jade
Gold
Din Tai Fung
Gold
King Koil
Gold
Sea Horse
Gold
Meiji
Gold
Nippon Paint
Platinum
Magnolia
Gold
Dulux
Gold
FairPrice
Gold Gold Gold
›› Rice
–
LG
LG
Gold
Royal Umbrella
Panasonic
Mitsubishi Electric
Gold
Songhe
Samsung
Panasonic
Gold
Samsung
Gold
LG
LG
Gold
Panasonic
Panasonic
Gold
Samsung
Gold
Amway eSpring
Gold
Diamond (Diamond Energy)
Gold
Hyflux Aquosus
Gold
Amway eSpring
Philips
Gold
ASIA
SINGAPORE
AWARD
›› Auto Insurance
–
NTUC Income
Platinum
AIG
›› Bank
–
›› Credit Card Issuing Bank
Citibank
ASIA
SINGAPORE
AWARD
›› Petrol Station
Shell
ExxonMobile/ Esso
Gold
Shell
Gold
HEALTH & PERSONAL CARE CATEGORY
ASIA
SINGAPORE
AWARD
›› Air Purifier
–
Novita
Gold
Philips
Gold
Sharp
Gold
Gold
London Weight Management
Gold
Aviva
Gold
Marie France
Gold
AXA
Gold
Mary Chia Beauty & Slimming Specialist
Gold
DBS
Gold
›› Enrichment Centre
–
Kumon
Gold
Gold
›› Family Clinic
–
AIA
–
Gold Gold
DBS
Gold
Overseas Chinese Banking Corporation (OCBC) United Overseas Bank (UOB) ›› Life Insurance
›› Beauty/ Slimming Centre
Gold
›› Hair Treatment Centre
›› Hospitals
–
–
Gold
AIA
Gold
Great Eastern
Gold
NTUC
Gold
Prudential
Gold
›› Skincare
›› Tissue Paper
PERSONAL PRODUCTS CATEGORY
ASIA
SINGAPORE
AWARD
›› Pen
–
Pilot
Platinum
Montblanc Parker
›› Vitamins/ Health Supplements
–
–
–
Raffles Medical Group Healthway Medical Group
›› Pre-School Learning Centre
–
›› Private Higher Institution
Gold
Citibank
–
Swensen’s
CATEGORY
Jean Yip
Overseas Chinese Banking Corporation (OCBC) Post Office Savings Bank (POSB)
›› Family Restaurant (excluding fastfood)
–
MOTORING
FINANCE CATEGORY
›› Electronics Store
Platinum
›› Property Developer
›› Supermarket
–
–
Gold
Beijing 101 Hair Consultants
Gold
Yun Nam Hair Care
Gold
National University Hospital Singapore General Hospital Tan Tock Seng Hospital
Gold
SK-II
Platinum
L'Oréal
Gold
Nivea
Gold
Beautex
Gold
FairPrice
Gold
Kleenex
Gold
Gold
Gold
GNC
Platinum
Gold
Blackmores
Gold
Gold
Ocean Health
Gold
Gold
PCF Kindergarten
Gold
Kaplan
Gold
SIM University
Gold
CapitaLand Limited
Gold
City Developments Limited
Gold
Far East Organisation
Gold
NTUC FairPrice
Platinum
Cold Storage
Gold
Giant
Gold
›› Travel Agent
–
Chan Brothers Travel
Platinum
›› Travel Insurance
–
NTUC Income
Platinum
AIG
Gold
MSIG
Gold
Kumon Singapore
Gold
Mavis Tutorial Centre
Gold
›› Tuition Centre
–
Gold
Parkway Shenton
NTUC First Campus
CONSUMER ELECTRONICS CATEGORY
ASIA
SINGAPORE
AWARD
›› Camera
Canon
Canon
Platinum
Nikon
Nikon
Gold
Sony
Sony
Gold
LG
LG
Gold
Panasonic
Panasonic
Gold
Samsung
Samsung
Gold
Sony
Sony
Gold
Canon
Canon
Gold
HP
Fuji Xerox
Gold
›› TV
›› Multi-Function Printer/Copier
›› Personal Computer
HP
Gold
Acer
Apple
Gold
Apple
Asus
Gold
HP/ Compaq
HP/ Compaq
Gold
* For full category lists, see www.rdasiatrustedbrands.com
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Some of the Weirdest Comic book Superheroes Arm-Fall-Off Boy
ANt-MAN may not be the biggest or coolest superhero – and Paul Rudd’s son AGREES – but the actor is convinced this movie is amazing
OR “AMAZING”?
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Matter-Eater Lad Who made eating everything a superpower and didn’t inform us? A DC Universe character, Matter-Eater Lad hails from the planet of Bismoll, where everyone possesses the power to eat matter in all forms – except for actual food. OK, maybe that’s not so appealing.
Eye-Scream
hen we think of comic superheroes, from Marvel, DC or other publishers, many of us would imagine men or women armed to the teeth with big guns or even bigger superpowers. They would, or should, command an intimidating presence. Then there’s Ant-Man. His superpower is becoming super small. Actor Paul Rudd (from Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy and The 40-Year-Old Virgin), who plays the Marvel superhero in the upcoming movie, admits what most of us are thinking. “Ant-Man doesn’t scream out sexiness,” he told the Toronto Sun. When he excitedly told his nine-year-old son he was going to star in the superhero movie, the boy said, “What? I can’t wait to see how stupid that will be.” But Rudd believes this tiny titan will be a big hit, and here’s why.
Ant-Man may not be the most popular superhero in the Marvel universe, but there’s a lot to expect from this film cinematically
This Marvel villain sounds like he could be quite sinister, but he really isn’t. What’s so evil about turning into any flavour of ice cream he wants? Hmm, then again, if there was a villain I didn’t like, I would wish he had that power. I could devour him!
Paul Rudd stars as reformed expert burglar Scott Lang by day and superhero Ant-Man by night
“This idea of shrinking down and seeing things from that perspective is really cool,” Rudd said. “The world itself changes, the atmosphere changes [and] the dust in the air has an underwater quality,” he added.
Scott Lang transforms into Ant-Man, a tiny superhero with amped-up physical strength and who can command armies of ants
Highly-effective army of Ants
A Mission for the Tiniest Hero Scott Lang (Rudd) is a man with good intentions but unfortunate circumstances, having turned to crime to support his family. Recently released from jail, Scott is ready to become a real father to his daughter. But Scott’s going to have to scrap those lovely plans. His expertise in technology, physical agility and strong moral compass catch the eye of Hank Pym, the inventor of shrinking technology and ant mind-control. Hank tasks Scott with a challenging operation: steal the dangerous and highlyguarded Yellowjacket suit before any villain gets his evil hands on it. Sounds like a mission for any superhero other than the tiniest one in the book. Why was Ant-Man picked?
His name sounds like a rip-off of Fall Out Boy. Arm-Fall-Off Boy is a DC Comics superhero from the future. You’ll never guess what his superpower is – because it wouldn’t even be a guess. He detaches his limbs to use as blunt weapons. No comment.
The Yellowjacket is the highly-dangerous technology that Scott Lang, or Ant-Man, is tasked to steal
Small Body, Big Punch Before you dismiss Ant-Man with the flick of a finger, please note: when he shrinks, his physical prowess skyrockets. Imagine a tiny insect hitting your face and sending you flying across the room. That’s Ant-Man. His size also lets him go undetected, making him the perfect candidate for sneaking past normally insurmountable obstacles.
As Ant-Man enters the world of ants, we are also introduced to their fascinating and complex colonies. “The creatures and ants… have distinct personalities based on the species. The carpenter ant is like a boisterous Great Dane,” Rudd explained. “Fire ants are very organised regimented engineers who build bridges and rafts. You’ve got crazy little yellow ants that act like Chihuahuas that can conduct electricity. And you’ve got his flying carpenter ant that is like his noble steed,” he said. It sounds like there’s a lot more to expect from this film than we thought! Ant-Man was, after all, one of the founding members of The Avengers [in the comics].
Rudd enthused, “I’m really charged. You look at… outer space and it looks absolutely foreign and fascinating and beautiful. I’m hoping that’s exactly the experience you have with this, except that the space is between the floorboards and carpet.” See, dust is cosmically beautiful. Now that just gives me more reason not to clean my room, and catch this film. By Pamela Chow
Ant-Man [TBA] Director: Starring:
Peyton Reed Paul Rudd, Michael Douglas, Michael Peña, Evangeline Lilly & Corey Stoll Genre: Action, Sci-Fi Run length: 117 min Release: 16 Jul
A LSO IN T HEATRE S PARADISE LOST [PG13] Nick thinks he has found paradise when he joins his brother in Colombia. With a turquoise lagoon and an ivory beach with perfect waves, it’s a dream for this young Canadian surfer, then he meets Maria and falls madly in love with her. When it all seems to be just perfect, Maria introduces her uncle, Pablo Escobar, to Nick and everything then changes. STARRING: Benicio Del Toro, Josh Hutcherson & Claudia Traisac GENRE: Romance, Thriller RELEASE: 2 Jul
Magic MIKE XXL [M18] Three years after retiring from stripping, Mike (Channing Tatum) reunites with the rest of the Kings of Tampa as they prepare to throw in the towel. They prepare to bring down the house in one last blowout performance in Myrtle Beach. STARRING: Channing Tatum, Matt Bomer, Joe Manganiello, Kevin Nash & Adam Rodriguez GENRE: Romance, Drama RELEASE: 9 Jul
JU-ON 4: THE FINAL CURSE [PG13] After teacher Yui Shono (Nozomi Sasaki) visited truant student Toshio Saeki (Kai Kobayashi), she mysteriously disappeared. Mai Shono (Airi Taira) is determined to investigate her sister’s disappearance. She follows the clues, but they lead her to an empty lot where the infamous cursed house once stood. Will she uncover the horrific truth, or fall to the curse that has plagued the town? STARRING: Airi Taira, Kai Kobayashi & Nozomi Sasaki GENRE: Horror RELEASE: 9 Jul
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4 Creative ways to celebrate Racial Harmony Day With Racial Harmony Day rolling around the corner, here are unusual or creative ways to appreciate our multi-racial nation Remember when celebrating Racial Harmony Day in school gave us the perfect excuse to dress up in fabulous traditional costumes and celebrate our country’s diversity? My personal favourite was the vibrant garb and accessories of the Punjabis. Since I graduated, I haven’t experienced any of these celebrations. If you’re like me and still want to have fun on Racial Harmony Day on Jul 21, here are some unique ideas on what to do around our multi-ethnic island!
Instagram to look out for clues to these treasures, which are Treasure SG coins found at places of cultural and historical significance. You can claim your prizes – worth a total of $10,000 – once you send a photo of yourself with the treasure at the discovery location to the project team. Remember to hash tag #TreasureSG! Visit www.facebook.com/treasuresg for more information.
Crunk” tunes. Paint splatter and pig’s head not included. O$P$ will play on Jul 24, 11pm, at Zouk, 17 Jiak Kim St.
Wear orange on Racial Harmony Day as a sign of solidarity – you can also join the Race Against Racism on Aug 29
3 Crank up your celebration by partying with the “Geylang Crunk” tunes of local duo O$P$
Look out for clues on Treasure SG’s Facebook and Instagram, and hunt down Treasure SG coins to claim your prize (Photo: Singapore50)
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For every month of this year, Treasure SG has been dropping treasures at different locations around Singapore, and they’ve gone undetected right under our noses. It’s time to change that. Visit the Treasure SG Facebook page and
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The Singapore Favourite Food Village 2015 is a great way to enjoy the Teochew culture over a feast of both traditional and modern Teochew dishes
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There’s no better celebration than an actual party dedicated to local culture. The Singaporean duo O$P$ (Owe Money Pay Money) released an absurd music video last year, titled “Ghost Vision”, featuring Chinese deities at Haw Par Villa doing the Harlem Shake. You can catch O$P$ – made up of Wasabi Green (DJ Zushan) and Master Race – raving at Zouk with their trademark “Geylang
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Feast on the best of traditional Teochew fare at the Singapore Favourite Food Village, which will bring back the long-lost memories of the old Ellenborough Market. Get tips on preparing classic Teochew Opera Porridge from celebrity chef Eric Low, and be entertained by Teochew Opera troupe Tok Tok Chiang, co-founded by local celebrity Nick Shen. For those of us who just want to eat, there will be stalls hawking food from the famous traditional Ming Fa Fishball Noodles to new reinventions of local dishes such as salted egg carrot cake and truffle wanton noodles. Singapore Favourite Food Village 2015 will run from Jul 24 to Aug 2 at Read Bridge, Clark Quay.
Wear Orange on Racial Harmony Day
So you want to celebrate Racial Harmony Day but you don’t have the luxury of time or energy to do any of the above. You can simply show your love for all of Singapore’s ethnic groups by showcasing orange in your outfit of the day, even in your accessories. I didn’t just make this up – this campaign was initiated by OnePeople.sg’s Orange Ribbon Celebrations, which also organises the Orange Ribbon Run. So, if you have some time and lots of energy, you can also join in Race Against Racism on Aug 29! Visit www.raceagainstracism.sg for more information. By Pamela Chow Racial Harmony Day is on Jul 21.
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What’s in store for your tummy at this year’s Ramadan Bazaar
Flower Crab Flower Crab might not be that well known as a snack but it is sure known to be delicious. These flower crabs are deep fried, making every part, including the shell, edible. You can choose to dip them into a chilli sauce, which I recommend, as it gives off a stronger flavour. Or you can consume it plain and just enjoy its natural flavour and crunchiness.
You may have had steamed Flower Crab but have you tried crunchy fried Flower Crab?
At the Ramadan Bazaar in geylang serai, you’ll get to try many mouth-watering snacks without burning a hole in your wallet – we tell you which are must-tries
Putu Bamboo Whether or not you celebrate Hari Raya Puasa, it’s hard not to be captivated by the range of colourful clothing and delicious food on display at the Ramadan Bazaar. Weekender checks out the goodies at the various stalls, to bring you a summary of the best you can find. Foodies, exult!
Putu Bamboo, also known as kueh putu or putu piring, is a traditional white or green (with pandan) snack. The rice flour, which is steamed in a hollow bamboo tube to become a rice cake, is filled with a good spoonful of gula melaka (palm sugar) and topped with grated coconut. Delight in the burst of sweetness in your mouth with every bite of the Putu Bamboo.
Pandan or red velvet churros Yes, you read it correctly. The star of this year’s Ramadan Bazaar is undoubtedly the flavoured churros (a Spanish pastry snack, if you don’t know) in flavours such as pandan and red velvet. The pandan churros come with gula melaka, and are usually sold out pretty quickly, so go early and wait in line.
Putu Bamboo, or kueh putu or putu piring, is made of steamed rice flour with gula melaka
Ramly Burger In case you don’t already know, the Ramly Burger is the Malaysian street burger that is highly popular in its home country and Singapore. It is commonly seen at the pasar malam (night market). While you wait in line to collect your burgers, watch as the patties sizzle before being drizzled with Worcestershire sauce and wrapped in a thin layer of fried egg. The cooked patty is then tucked snugly into a soft burger bun. Enjoy all that yummy-ness for just $3.50.
The humble Ramly Burger is popular at any pasar malam
Dendeng More commonly consumed during the Hari Raya Puasa season is the dendeng, which is sliced dried beef jerky or the Malay version of the bak kwa. It is preserved in a mixture of sugar and spices, sun-dried and then fried for a perfect crunchy taste. While you wait in line for your turn, watch the stall owners grill the dendeng and catch a whiff of the aromatic beef jerky.
Dendeng is the Malay version of bak kwa, made with dried beef
Potato Stick This sounds like a bad translation of a potato chip, but it’s actually a unique spiralcut potato on a stick that is put into bubbling oil to be deep fried for that crunchy texture. You can even choose a flavour of sprinkles – cheesy flakes, black pepper or spicy.
By Rydell Tan
The Geylang Serai Ramadan Bazaar for the Hari Raya festive season takes place at Lorong 33 Geylang and is open until Jul 16.
Potato Stick is a popular snack, especially for the young
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You have submitted your votes, and the results are in! Presenting The Top Voted Restaurants in each category
Buffet
Chinese
bu05 The Buffet at M Hotel bu06 The Courtyard bu07 The Line
Indian
CH04 Paradise Dynasty CH05 Paradise Inn CH07 PUTIEN
japanese casual Dining JC01 Irodori Japanese Restaurant JC06 Standing Sushi Bar JC07 Suki-Ya
Japanese Fine Dining JF01 JF02 JF04
Italian
IN03 SAHA Signature Indian Restaurant & Terrace Bar IN04 Tandoor
Mikawa Japanese Sake Bar & Restaurant Nadaman Tajimaya
IT04 IT03 IT06
Palio Mad for Garlic Pontini
Western
Thai
WE04 Brewerkz Restaurants & Microbreweries WE06 District 10 Bar & Restaurant WE07 Hot Stones Steak and Seafood
TH01 Bangkok Jam TH03 Patara Fine Thai Cusine TH04 Siam Kitchen
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Wenhui Yang
Charmaine Phua
General Manager, Radio DJ and Host UnionPay International, Power 98 FM Southeast Asia
Jia Ming
Radio DJ and Host 88.3Jia FM
Sarah Benjamin
Host Must Try! Asia on Asian Food Channel
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Food Writer Sethlui.com
Nicole Poi
Food Blogger PinkyPiggu.com
David Phey COO Weekender
Karin Ng
Senior Director, Head of Marketing Solutions Weekender
Tim Ong
Chef and Blogger Tim-ong.com
Who will be the best of the best? Judging of the voted favourites will commence on 13 July. Our esteemed judges will head down to each of these restaurants and give their cuisine the ultimate taste test to select the top restaurants in each category! Final winning restaurants and voters will be announced on 24 July. Stay tuned on our Facebook and Instagram for updates on the judging and results! For more informaton, visit weekender.com.sg/foodmaniaawards Main Sponsor:
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HOW THE WINNERS ARE DECIDED: • After 4 weeks of voting by readers, the top 3 restaurants in each category with the highest number of votes from readers will be the finalists.• There will be a 1-week break for vote consolidation.• The Weekender Foodmania Awards panel of judges will then visit the finalist restaurants over a period of 2-3 weeks.• 1 restaurant in each category will be selected as the winner of that category.• Finalists will be announced in Weekender in Jul 2015, winners will be announced in Weekender in Aug 2015.• The winning readers who voted will be picked by lucky draw from all votes received, and will be announced in Aug 2015.• Readers may vote for only one restaurant per category, for up to eight categories. Each vote counts as one chance. Voting ends 5 Jul 2015.
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Bringing the spice of Thailand to your home
Some interesting recipes that you should keep your eyes peeled for include the mouthwatering Quails and Noodles Salad.
Follow Reza Mahammad as he reconciles the Indian flavours of his motherland with new tastes he will encounter on his delicious tour of Thailand
B e e r f e s t Asia Review
New to Beerfest & the market Missed out on interesting brews at Beerfest Asia? We bring you what’s new, including what will soon be available at restaurants and bars While there were a few notable absences at Beerfest Asia 2015, the event once again premiered several new brands and brews.
Draft Denmark – Packaged Beer This is the first year Draft Denmark has participated in Beerfest. Though it only came to Singapore in November, its fresh lager beer is already distributed to over 60 entertainment establishments (on tap). Brand Manager Vasily Chuply says Draft Denmark will be bringing in packaged beer.
Flensburger – New to Market This is also the first year for Flensburger beers including the Pilsner, Gold, Radler, Dunkel, Weizen and the seasonal Fruhlingsbock. All these are new to market and distributed by the Chaoying Hospitality Group. The Radler had a lot more character and flavour than common radlers. The Dunkel, on the other hand, did not seem to taste as rich as that of Bavarian breweries.
Wunderbar – Rose Beer Ice Cream It’s only the second time for Wunderbar beers from Kaufbeuren, Bavaria in Beerfest. A new range of ABK bottled beers included Edel, a full-bodied beer with a malty taste, Dunkel, a dark Bavarian ale, and Rose, a pink concoction of half Edel and half soft drink with lemon. Hell, a golden beer with malty hop taste is also now available on tap. These will be carried by establishments such as hipster café Kombi Rocks, Brew Belly and Witbier Café. Wunderbar also introduced the new and unique Rose Beer Ice Cream with Lychee. It will soon be available to consumers.
Smith Street Taps – More Craft Beers Although the first time for Smith Street Taps, owners Meng Chao (also of Brewer’s Craft) and Daniel (known from The Good Beer Company) have been involved in various booths previously. Quite a number of beers were new, such as the Iceberg and Cherry Dark from Titanic Brewery, the limited edition Stone Stochasticity HiFi+LoFi Mixtape, the collaboration beer Amager/Surly Orange Crush Session Ale, and the Yuzu Gold by Hitachino Nest made specially in collaboration with local Japanese bar JiBiru.
Clockwise from Left: This is the first year that Flensburger beers were in Beerfest, including Pilsner, Gold, Radler, Dunkel, Weizen and Fruhlingsbock; The Mad Tapper’s founder and Cider Activist Jasmin started the business out of a passion for craft cider; Bloody Mary Ale or Pumpkin Head beer, anyone? Wunderbar also introduced the Rose Beer Ice Cream with Lychee
Pilsner Urquell – the Original PILSNER Few know that Pilsner Urquell from Plzen, Czech Republic, first brewed the original pilsner golden lager, in 1842. It made its debut under 6 Drunk Men, and is available at Potato Head Folk, Tippling Club and The Cajun Kings among others. Another beer featured by 6 Drunk Men was Grolsch Swing-Top. Grolsch's history dates back to 1615, making it one of the oldest companies in the Netherlands. According to Dave Tan, 6 Drunk Men’s marketing executive, Grolsch will soon be available to consumers.
The Mad Tapper – Many NEW Craft Ciders This is The Mad Tapper’s first time in Beerfest, as it was started only in February. Jasmin Wong, founder and “Cider Activist” enthuses, “Consumers are moving away from the mainstream, and showing increasing interest in craft products. We felt that Beerfest would be a great event to showcase our products and increase awareness of craft cider as a new product category.” The range was impressive. Several ciders were launched, such as Perry’s Cider, Atlas Cider Co., Reverend Nat’s Hard Cider, Wandering Aengus and Anthem Cider. Jasmin says these are in Asia for the first time. The Hills Cider Apple & Ginger had a strong ginger taste yet was refreshing. It was flavourful compared to regular sweet cider. All the ciders are new, having been in Singapore less than three months. They will be carried by craft retailers such as Nickeldime Drafthouse and Draft & Craft, and restaurants and bars.
Archipelago – Limited Edition Archipelago Brewery introduced two limited edition brews – Hopsale and CoCo’s Cream Ale, both available from mid-July. CoCo’s Cream has hints of chocolate and vanilla while Hopsale is a pale ale that’s the result of eight different kinds of hops added at different stages. It is medium-bodied, has a strong malt flavour as well as a citrus one. Malcolm Davies, Head of Archipelago Brewery, affirms that craft beer is a fastgrowing segment here. “This has given rise to the number of craft beer outlets opening in Singapore, which can only mean good news for beer connoisseurs and craft beer enthusiasts who are now spoilt for choice with a larger selection of craft options available,” he says. As for Archipelago, he has a few plans including “to introduce new variants on the back of outgoing limited-edition brews”.
Venture no further past the comfort of your home to learn more about mouth-watering Thai food and the spices used in its dishes. In “Reza Spice Prince of Thailand” the new show on Asian Food Channel, the food on screen will certainly give you culinary inspirations and make you hungry. Try not to poke your chopsticks into the television!
The Spice Journey Spices are key to Indian cuisine and are found in every dish, and are the (not so) secret ingredients behind flavourful and comforting Indian food. This is no different in Thailand since the spice trade was vibrant throughout South Asia many years ago. For those who’ve watched “Reza Spice Prince of India”, you will find Reza’s passion for spices no surprise. The quintessential role of spices in Indian cuisine has spurred on a curiosity within Reza for spices in other cuisines. This new food programme brings him to Thailand to discover and sample its unique foods and even try his hand at some of them. Craving for exotic dishes that promise various combinations of delightful flavours?
The chief chef and proprietor of the immensely successful The Star of India, a London restaurant, Reza strives to create recipes that are inspiring, modern and uncomplicated
Be sure to tune in to “Reza Spice Prince of Thailand” and take note of the spices and techniques used in the series!
New RecipeS to Share As Reza journeys through the Land of Smiles, he will share with you new recipes to experiment in your kitchen, and to delight your loved ones. If you’re a foodie, you’ll enjoy this programme even more as you can get a chance to find out where to go to in Thailand for authentic local delicacies. Some things to look out for include Thai street food and green curry that your taste buds and tummy would crave for. Stay tuned to find out the secret behind the spices and Thai cooking. Catch “Reza Spice Prince of Thailand” every Tuesday, 8pm, exclusively on Asian Food Channel, StarHub TV Ch 435.
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Durian Egg Tart Honey Bee Sweets Bee Bee, better known as Honey Bee Sweets, is a stay-at-home parent and a popular food blogger – on Instagram alone, @honeybeesweets.sg has over 35,300 followers. Popular blogger Honey Bee Sweets shares with Weekender her third recipe It’s durian season again! My hubby and I managed to lug back five big durians for only $10. Not bad a deal, especially because the meat was very aromatic and creamy! I took this opportunity to bake a batch of Durian Egg Tarts.
INGREDIENTS Makes 8 Durian Egg Tarts Sweet Pastry Dough • 130g Cake Flour • 60g Unsalted Butter, cold, cut small • 50g Confectioner’s Sugar • 2 Egg Yolks • 1/8 tsp Salt Durian Custard Filling • 1/2 tbsp Condensed Milk • A pinch Salt • 100ml Fresh Milk • 100ml Water • 1 tbsp Sugar • 100g Durian flesh • 1 Egg
METHOD Sweet Pastry Dough 1. In a large mixing bowl, add in the cake flour, powdered sugar and salt. Then, using
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only your fingertips, work the cold butter into the mixture. Or, use a mixer to combine the ingredients until it resembles bread crumbs. 2. Next add in the egg yolks and gently work the dough but do not over-knead it. Overkneading the dough will make it hard. 3. Chill the dough in plastic wrap for at least 30 min until ready to be used. 4. Grease the mini tart tins. After chilled, take out the dough and divide the dough into eight equal portions, about 34g each. 5. Roll out each dough portion into a circular disc about the size of the tart tins. Then use your fingers to gently press in the pastry dough to shape it nicely to the tin shape. Repeat until all the pieces of the pastry dough have been shaped into the tins. 6. Put them in the fridge until needed. Durian Custard Filling 1. Preheat the oven to 170°C. 2. In a saucepan, add in durian flesh, water, sugar and salt. At low heat, stir until the sugar has melted and the durian flesh has disintegrated. 3. Strain the mixture, leaving the fibres and membranes of the durian flesh. 4. Stir in the milk, condensed milk and egg. Mix well. Again, strain mixture. 5. Divide the custard filling equally among the chilled pastry tart shells. 6. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 min until the custard is slightly firm to the touch or not wobbly. By HoneyBeeSweets Honeybeesweets.sg
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Ha r i Raya Spec ia l
Wardrobe ideas for the
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Here are some ideas to get your best festive outfit Joo Chiat Complex The renovated Joo Chiat Complex is all about embracing ethnic shopping. Specialising in Malay textiles, jewellery and traditional clothing, expect to find rows of shops selling everything from kebayas to traditional Malay costumes and hijabs, as well as a variety of accessories. 1 Joo Chiat Road
Geylang Serai Ramadan Bazaar With more than 1,500 stalls set up this year, the Ramadan Bazaar in Geylang Serai is going to be the biggest and most popular. Get your pre-Hari Raya Aidilfitri shopping fix at the many stalls that are selling traditional Malay wear such as the baju kurung and the baju Melayu.
Jovian Mandagie for Zalora
Sims Ave & Geylang Road
Uniqlo x Hana Tajima
Jovian Mandagie Designed for the classy, sensible and modest lady of the contemporary century, the exclusive ready-to-wear ArtDeco collection from Jovian Mandagie marries elements from the 1920s, mod-architecture and modernity. The range is making a runway impression with its take on the well-loved baju kurung along with a series of long dresses. Available at Zalora
24:01 The exclusive men’s collection by 24:01 combines traditional styles of men’s Baju Melayu with a fresh twist of ikat (a dyeing technique) patterns and intricate geometric embroidery. It features a modern slim fit silhouette and key fabrics such as Oxford cotton that allows the pieces to be worn even after the festive season is over. Available at Zalora
Uniqlo x Hana Tajima A special modest-wear collection that is created in collaboration with well-known designer and Internet personality, Hana Tajima, is just in time for Hari Raya. Created to provide comfort and conservativeness, the collection has been carefully designed to be versatile to complement a fashionista’s wardrobe, especially with the variety of stylish scarves. Be hip this season with buys from Joo Chiat
Available at Uniqlo 313@Somerset
FAS HI ON NEWS
Be a star with the Melissa Starwalker collection Doll your kids up with this adorable pair of Mini Melissa booties and match it with your own Melissa + Karl Largerfield Ultragirl Cat Flats or Heels Incorporate a pop of colour into your outfit with these sleek flats from the Melissa Starwalker collection
Alexandre Herchcovitch makes a powerful comeback in the Melissa family with intricate floral embellishments
Melissa’s latest Fall / Winter Collection features designs from Alexandre Herchcovitch – fashionistas, read on! The Brazilian eco-friendly plastic shoe label, Melissa, wows with its stunning Fall / Winter Collection. Alexandre Herchcovitch makes a comeback with three lovely designs in soft, delicate tones.
Flower Power The Melissa Flower Boot + Alexandre Herchcovitch made its debut in the Spring / Summer 2015 Sao Paulo Fashion Week, successfully marrying the season’s biggest trends – the intricate floral cut and the raised thick soles. The floral design is also successfully and beautifully crafted in the Melissa Flower Queen + Alexandre Herchovitch shoe, a comfortable and chic ballet flat that promises to turn heads and complete the sweet yet elegant girl-next-door look.
The Melissa Backless + Alexandre Herchovitch is another one to note, and my favourite out of the three. The pair comes in dark tones with a stitched front and laces.
Out of this world For those who are more into futuristic styles, the Melissa Starwalker Collection is something you should look out for this July. The new designs draw inspiration from the planets and galaxies with their glossy and metallic sheens. Sports style has been all the rage recently, and Melissa is no exception. The Melissa Love System Now is a reinvention and a successor of the Melissa Love System, an innovative collection of tennis shoes originally launched in 2001. The Melissa Space Love is another classy design in the series. The yellow and pink versions can be stylish ways to add that pop of colour into your outfit, making you look truly out of this world.
Mini Melissa Returns Owners of the Melissa + Karl Largerfield Ultragirl Cat Flats can rejoice this season as they match it with their daughters’ (and perhaps even sons’) shoes to complete the look. Mini Melissa returns with a set of adorable booties for kids. Mini Melissa ITs come with 3D cat ears and whiskers and resemble the cateared flats and heels for Mums. For kids who prefer cats and ducklings, you’ll be sure to find just what you’re looking for with the Mini Melissa Ultragirl Dog and the Mini Melissa Sugar Rain, which are just as cute.
By Samantha Phey
Melissa products are available for purchase at the brand’s flagship boutiques, MDREAMS, online at mdreams.com.sg as well as on Zalora. Prices start from $85.
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Te c h F e atu r e
Virtual Reality (VR) and holographic technology are no longer just figments of our imagination with these latest gadgets from Samsung and Microsoft
The Microsoft HoloLens has a mapping feature that enables the user to mix holograms with the actual environment that he or she is in, making futuristic dreams a reality
It is without a doubt that VR and Holographic Technology are in the next big frontier of both the entertainment and computer industries. The technology we once knew to be just science fiction is no longer that distant or impossible. In fact, it is already here and it really isn’t as scary as it may seem to be. With the introduction of Samsung’s Gear VR Innovator Edition, powered by Oculus Technology, and Microsoft’s HoloLens, we move one step closer to this new reality that is set to bring us endless hours of pure entertainment and, in the process, help to make certain tasks more convenient. For example, you no longer have to turn on your computer in order to play games, watch a movie or surf the Internet.
The Samsung Gear VR Innovator Edition was really comfortable to wear without being excessively heavy even with a Samsung Galaxy S6 attached
The back of the Samsung Gear VR Innovator Edition that fits the face
Samsung Gear VR Edition When it comes to leading technology for smartphone devices, you can bet your last dollar that Samsung would have a part in it. Take its latest VR gadget to hit our shores for example, the Samsung Gear VR Innovator Edition powered by Oculus Technology. For those who are not too familiar with Oculus, it is one of the pioneers of VR headsets around the world. We had the opportunity to test out the Samsung Gear VR and, let us tell you, it was a truly immersive experience like no other. The visuals, although slightly pixelated, were lifelike enough for us to be shocked yet extremely amused at the same time. In order to launch the VR experience, there is a dedicated mobile application for this, named Oculus, from which you download games and videos from a rather large library to be enjoyed during your VR experience.
Enjoyable Yet BatteryDraining The Samsung Gear VR was really comfortable to wear without being excessively heavy even with a Samsung Galaxy S6 attached to it. Thanks to its ergonomic design, flexible cushioning and adjustable strap, it made VR gaming so much more pleasant. However, the entire VR experience is extremely battery-draining. Playing a game with the Gear VR for around 20 minutes will consume around 15 per cent or more of your smartphone’s battery life. For those who are wearing spectacles, not to worry, Samsung has got you covered. There is a knob on top of the Gear VR that allows you to calibrate the viewing angle, which in turn helps you to see the graphics better without your glasses on. Just one really sad feature about the Gear VR: It is only compatible with the Samsung Galaxy S6. Yes, we know, we are just as bummed out about this as you are. The Samsung Gear VR Innovator Edition powered by Oculus Technology is only available in Frost White and retails for $298.
Microsoft HoloLens Now this – the Microsoft HoloLens – this is holographic technology that’s clearly
The Samsung Gear VR Innovator Edition is powered by Oculus Technology, one of the pioneers of VR headsets
on steroids or from the wildest dreams of Star Trek or Tron made into reality. Who needs a computer screen anymore with the all-new and super-exciting Microsoft HoloLens headset? As its name suggests, this works on holographic technology that projects 3D images when you put on the headset. Its possibilities are pretty much endless, from shaping holograms to fine-tuning a design for a car. The HoloLens quite literally gives your ideas life.
Holo-Environment? The HoloLens has a mapping feature that enables the user to mix holograms with the actual environment that he or she is in. What this means is that you’re able to place holograms in your room or office like how you would place a physical object. Like sci-fi come to life! Cool, huh? If you are wondering how this is controlled, well, with gestures and voice of course! No wires, smartphones or a connection to a physical computer of any sort is needed. When Microsoft says that it is changing the way that you see your world with the HoloLens, it really means business. Unfortunately, the Microsoft HoloLens is still not yet available for sale and is still in the development stage. By Geralyne Kaye
Tech Storm is a brand new avenue for you to get plugged in to addictive tech trends, reviews on gadgets, apps and be inspired by the coolest start-up stories. Check us out at: www.techstorm.tv
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Beauty in brief The long and short beauty and health options in the market
K-Palette Real Lasting Eyeliner For four consecutive years, the One Day Tattoo Real Lasting Eyeliner has been the top bestseller in Japan. It dries instantly and guards against water and sweat, making sure your eyeliner lasts the whole day. A celebratory limited edition version is now available in red and is enriched with ten premium essences, including arnica montana flower extract, apricot kernel extract, panax ginseng root extract and royal jelly extract, for better lash care. Available at Sasa stores
ReFa S Carat ReFa S Carat is the latest device that features a portable and sleek roller replicating the kneading motion that gently lifts the skin with a softtouch pinpoint kneading sensation. With regular use of the ReFa S Carat, you can smoothen fine lines and wrinkles, relieve fatigue, improve skin elasticity and eliminate eye bags in the long run. Available at Sephora Ion
Handmade HeroEs Almighty Makeup Remover Strip the makeup off with a 100 per cent organic Almighty Makeup Remover. It gently clears all traces of dirt and makeup while maintaining the skin’s natural defenses. With organic sweet almond oil and organic extra virgin coconut oils, the skin is left clean, soft and nourished. Available at Isetan Scotts Slice of Life, Level 2
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It’s time to drink the right water Artiste Sherry Tan is a convinced user of the AOX Antioxidant Alkaline Water Purifier due to its benefits to her family
Purifier is good for the young and old in your family. The water you drink is alkalised so it may restore your body’s pH balance and flush acidic metabolites and toxins from the cellular level. The water is also infused with hydrogen and oxygen, which may act as therapeutic anti-oxidants, said to be highly effective in removing free radicals. Free radical damage to the body is said to cause cancer, diabetes and hypertension.
Chock-full of Essential Minerals The AOX-2000 Antioxidant Alkaline Water Purifier also supplies essential minerals such as calcium, potassium, silica and magnesium. These minerals are said to help to strengthen bones and also promote healthy cells, organs and skin in your body.
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AOX-2000 Antioxidant Alkaline Purifier
The AOX company has garnered multiple awards such as being crowned Champion in the Emerging Awards 2014, Super Health Brand & Singapore Prestige Award 2012 – read on to find out why AOX water is better for your whole family
Unlike ionised alkaline water, AOX can typically be used with medication and does not produce waste water. It has become the top choice of medical facilities such as at Thomson Medical Centre, Novena Medical Centre and Healthway Medical, to serve AOX water with medication for its patients. AOX water’s benefits include no harmful radiation and no risk of rusty electrolysis plates.
SHERRY TAN CONVINCED BY BENEFITS
The AOX-2000 Antioxidant Alkaline Water Purifier provides you and your family with the most effective natural antioxidant alkaline water, bringing multiple health benefits.
Artiste Sherry Tan accepted the role of AOX water ambassador after being won over by its health benefits. Apart from improvements to her blood cells, Sherry’s children, who suffer from eczema, had reduced bouts of skin inflammation with less itching, which is now relatively mild. Sherry also realised that she and her family have rarely fallen sick since, and she is convinced.
Why AOX-2000 is good for the whole family
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TOp 5 family-frieNdly Cultural adventures
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Hill tribe villagers in Vietnam seem to live an idyllic life
1. Ensure that the community you’re visiting is happy to have tourists in their home – if not on tour, check with a local. 2. Visit with an open mind, and remember that this is a mutual learning experience 3. Ask for permission before snapping photos of people or sacred sites. 4. Research on taboos of that particular culture before you go, and be respectful. 5. If you’re arranging your own tour, pay the driver separately and give your money directly to the village chief.
Spend some time among the mountains and hamlets of Sapa, and learn about the lives of diverse communities of ethnic minorities in Vietnam
Go back to basics in a farm stay in Taiwan, and help out with the local businesses of the indigenous tribes
Connect with the authentic native cultures of the Australian Aborigines through a variety of Aboriginal tours in the Outback
Visit Hill Tribe Villages in Vietnam
Stay in a Farm in Taiwan
Kayak through the Aboriginal Lands of Australia
The village of Sapa might be 350km from Hanoi, but it’s very easily accessible by train via Lao Cai railway station. The village, located in Lao Cai province, rests near Vietnam’s highest peak, Fansipan. Sapa is home to five main ethnic minority groups: the H’mong, Tao, Tay, Zay and Xa Pho. Most of them inhabit the hamlets scattered throughout the networks of valleys here. Trek through the terraced rice fields and visit the villages Cat Cat and Sin Chai, where you can learn about local traditions and daily life against the stunning backdrop of the Hoang Lien Son mountain range of the eastern Himalayas. For more information on Sapa and recommended tours, visit www.sapa-vietnam.com.
Min su, or homestays, are all the rage in Taiwan – and it’s easy to see why. In village and farm homestays, you get to ride horses beside the beautiful mountainscape, harvest sweet-smelling fruit from sprawls of orchards, tea leaves from tea bushes, frolic with sheep and even go grass skiing. Try visiting the Old Village Chief’s Guest House in the Alishan National Scenic Area, built by a former Chashan village chief of the Bunun tribe. Be immersed in the modern Tsou and Bunun life, play in the mini-zoo and help out in the vegetable garden behind the guest house. Staying at these lodgings helps to boost the revenue of rural farms and villages of Taiwan too. For more information on min su, visit www.go2taiwan.net.
The aborigines are an integral part of Australian history but they’re not always accurately portrayed in the media. What better way to learn about authentic native cultures of Oz than to get up close and personal to them? Many exciting types of tours can bring you to the diverse tribes in Australia. You can kayak with professionals down Bulgan Creek and connect with the history of Jirrbal ancestors, or even access a highly-restricted area of Aboriginal-owned Arnhem Land in a four-day tour. The wonders of rural Australia and its native cultures await to be unravelled. For more information on Aboriginal tourism, visit www.aboriginalaustralia.com.au.
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Visiting and even staying on authentic heritage lands is possibly the best way to experience and appreciate other cultures and countries – something you might not experience if you stick with urban comforts. Choosing locally-owned accommodation gives back to the community you’re staying with. However, it’s also important to choose the right tours to travel with! Here are four picks from around the world that offer the best of cultural exchanges.
The second instalment of this free-entry fair expects more than the 70,000 visitors it received in March
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Travel Revolution brings back more bargains when some of biggest players in the travel industry will be there.
Even More Bargains
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The second Travel Revolution fair will bring 20 per cent more travel agencies to the halls, with pioneer exhibitors expanding their booth space. To date, more than 70 exhibitors have confirmed their participation. Major exhibitors you can expect at this event include EU Holidays, Chan Brothers Travel, Nam Ho Travel and Konsortium Express & Tours. This second fair will also continue to have revolutionary prices like that of the first fair, promising you more value, greater deals and more amazing travel experiences. It will be held at the Marina Bay Sands Expo Halls D to F. The Himba tribe of Namibia, known for its beautiful women and survival techniques, has been welcoming tourists to its home in recent years
Make Jewellery with the Tribes of Africa Africa is perhaps one of the most coveted destinations for cultural tourism. The pastoral Himba tribe of Namibia is especially popular for the women’s dramatic beauty and red ochre-dyed skin. Visit one of their villages for a humbling look at their architecture and survival lifestyle, and learn to create intricate accessories from iron and shell beads. However, it’s important to choose a tour that not only shows you true tribal cultures but that also looks out for the villagers’ welfare. You can arrange a tour to Opuwo in northern Namibia, which is fully owned by the Himba, ensuring that the tribe receives all the money that you pay.
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The second Travel Revolution fair will feature some of the biggest travel agencies as well as official tourism organisations
Exclusive Exhibitors
What surprises will be in store in this second Travel Revolution fair?
Following the success of the 1st Travel Revolution in April, the Singapore Outbound Travel Agents Association is back for seconds – save the date for the 2nd Travel Revolution fair of 2015 to get more travel deals and steals If you didn’t make it to the first Travel Revolution fair in April, you may have missed out. Never fear, there is another one coming up very soon. The three-day, free-entry fair earlier this year drew over 70,000 visitors, who were treated to a 17,000sqm sprawl of major travel brands hawking their best bargains. Mark your calendars for the next upcoming Travel Revolution fair, from Jul 24 to 26. You’ll be able to grab a great package or two for your year-end holiday. Don’t miss out
Some of these agencies – many of which are crowd favourites – will be exhibiting exclusively at this fair. These companies form the new Singapore Outbound Travel Agents Association (SOTAA), which currently comprises 25 members including Chan Brothers Travel, CTC Travel and Dynasty Travel. The association was initiated by Singapore’s travel power players who pulled out of the NATAS (National Association of Travel Agents Singapore) fair in March this year, citing unsatisfactory processes and admission charges for the public. Banking officer Stephanie Loi, 32, is looking forward to the event. Ms Loi, who patronised the first Travel Revolution fair with her family, was drawn by the attractive packages to Taiwan but chose to hold out for the next fair. “I’ll definitely be heading down to see what bigger bargains I can get this time,” she said.
By Pamela Chow
Some of these agencies – many of which are crowd favourites – will be exhibiting exclusively at this fair
Travel Revolution 2015 – The Event runs from Jul 24 to 26 at the Marina Bay Sands Expo Halls D to F. Admission is free. Visit www.travelrevolution.sg for more information.
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Exceptional ideas to experience in your lifetime
Picturesque spots to experience & capture with your camera
“Silent Evolution” is one of the highlights, comprising 450 figures at a depth of 8m – a massive installation home to many corals and fish
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Dive into the new Atlantis Black sand beach paradise Trump the conventional beach selfie with your own photo of a black sand beach For an exotic beach holiday, head down to the Waianapanapa Black Sand Beach at Maui, Hawaii and get your camera ready to capture this beautiful gem. Volcanic ash and minerals are responsible for the unique colour of this beach paradise. Travellers to this unique beach like to look
out for lava tubes and wait beside blow holes for that explosive gush of water, for a picture perfect moment. Swimming is not recommended as the sand here is rough and rip currents tend to form from time to time. Located just outside of the town of Hana Maui, turn into mile marker 32 on the Hana Highway and feast your eyes on this great sight.
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Art & The marine ecosystems Through the passage of time, these sculptures are influenced and changed by the water conditions, as well as by the corals and algae that grow on them. The art created by Taylor becomes vibrant and reflective of the unpredictable nature of the underwater landscape. One MUSA installation, titled the “Silent Evolution”, is reflective of Taylor’s unique style, where some 500 sculptures, moulded from real people, are built to withstand even a hurricane.
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Most people have heard of the ancient legend of Atlantis, the fabled city that sunk to the bottom of the sea around 9600 BC. Until today, scientists are still debating about where exactly Atlantis is. Today, there is a new – and easily accessible – Atlantis to feast your eyes on and to be amazed by. Created by British sculptor, Jason deCaires Taylor, the new Atlantis comes in the form of an underwater sculpture park at Cancun, Mexico, where snorkellers or scuba divers swim past submerged statues of life-sized cars and human figurines among bright fish and coral reefs. These eerie but captivating sculptures at the Cancun Underwater Museum (or MUSA in Spanish) will be sure to leave an impression, both on the visitor and the environment around them.
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Picture this: Stone people in an underwater civilisation and marine life settled comfortably among them – this underwater city is something you’d want to see with your own eyes
“Antropocene” features a life-sized Volkswagen that sends a powerful message about the impact that human inventions, especially motorised vehicles, have on the environment
All of Taylor’s sculptures are designed to become artificial reefs
Another installation, “Antropocene”, features a Volkswagen, sending a powerful message about the impact humans and technology have had on our planet’s fragile ecosystem. All of his sculptures are designed to become artificial reefs, promoting the growth and recovery of corals in the region. They also promote the breeding of marine life and create areas of refuge for them.
Visiting the Museum Taylor’s sculptures at MUSA can be also accessed by scuba diving and glassbottomed boats. The museum is separated into two galleries, Salon Manchones and Salon Nizuc, which are 8m and 4m deep respectively. The first gallery permits both divers and snorkellers while the second only permits snorkellers. Taylor is currently working on a project in Lanzarote, Spain, which revolves around a dialogue between past and present as well as the relationship between art and nature, that is scheduled to be completed in 2016. The project will include architectural installations and an underwater botanical sculpture garden, the first ever in the world. It also has a unique status as a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve.
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A preview of some of the installations Taylor is working on for his project in Lanzarote, Spain – the sculptures are made with a special type of concrete, which facilitate the growth of corals and marine life
Book a visit to the Cancun Underwater Museum at www.aquaworld.com.mx/en/. Find out more about Jason deCaires Taylor and his sculptures on his website at www.underwatersculpture.com. By Samantha Phey
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