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the guide 32 attractions Chinese mythology

35 arts & culture Annie Leibovitz

37 shoPPing Flower power

39 wellness Skin deep

40 dining Molecular gastronomy goes local

42 nightlife Crazy cocktails

10 Mix It up

43 ProPerty Hot picks

Fresh new arrivals shake up the scene

44 navigate Essential information

also inside 06 Editor’s Note 19 Neighborhood Guides 45 20 Things We Love about Singapore 46 my City

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Tap Dogs come to town

14 l CultuRE Club

The city’s best performing arts venues

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where Welcome Editor’s Itinerary New Kids On The Block As you’re probably well aware, Singapore’s cityscape is constantly changing, and it can feel pretty foreign if your last visit here was some time ago. In this issue, we’ll get you up to speed on the latest trends and hot new venues, so you can break away from the same-old recommendations and enjoy a truly unique experience.

TR I P PL AN N ER

>> MORNING Discover a unique Singaporean attraction that’s not often found in the guidebooks at theme park Haw Par Villa (see page 32). This historical site is best known for dioramas of Chinese mythological characters, but now doubles up as an arts space.

>> AFTERNOON Time for a bite to eat. Go local with traditional street fare like frog congee at Chinatown Food Street (see page 31) or discover a new generation of hip hawker stalls like A Noodle Story (see page 12).

>> EVENING After a long day spent exploring the island, you’ll be pleased to know that spas like Spa Club and Aramsa the Garden Spa (see page 11) are open till late, so you can indulge in a pampering treatment well after sundown.

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In the news

Free Wi-Fi in Chinatown You can now get free Wi-Fi access along Smith Street, Trengganu Street, Pagoda Street, Sago Street and Kreta Ayer Square.

When you log on, you’ll also get access to a handy map of Chinatown on your device.

New Singapore Zoo app Visiting the zoo? Enhance your experience with the new Singapore Zoo iPhone app, which lets you plan your visit, buy tickets, locate amenities and attractions near you and read more about the animals.

Available on the App Store.

Gillman Barracks art tours Popular art enclave Gillman Barracks now offers free 1.5-hour guided tours of the galleries on Fridays (5pm) and weekends (4pm). To book a place, register at fom-gillman-barracks.eventbrite.sg.

Now available for your iPad & Android Tablet

The all-new WhereŽ Singapore app— your complete guide to go.

Available for download now!

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In next month’s issue of JUNE 2014

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audi Fashion Festival Expect five days of runway shows with the world’s most revered designers, international top models, red carpet fashion galas and glamorous after-parties at one of the city’s biggest fashion events.

Tent@Orchard, Ngee Ann City, 391 Orchard Rd., S(238873), www. audifashionfestival.com.

Before (or after) the show...

Where to Eat [&Made] Build up burgers from scratch at this casual burger joint by chef Bruno Menard. You can pick from a range of delicious patties and unique toppings. #01-04/05/06 Pacific Plaza, 9 Scotts Rd., 6690-7566, S(228210), www.andmade.sg Where to Drink [KPO] Kick back with a beer at this luscious hideway in a heritage post office—the surrounding greenery makes it a welcome respite from the hustle and bustle of Orchard Road. 1 Killiney Rd., 6733-3648, S(239518), www.imaginings.com.sg.

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shakesPeare in the Park: the merchant oF Venice Singapore Repertory Theatre’s brilliant Shakespeare in the Park series is back with The Merchant of Venice.

Expect plenty of high-stakes drama and some of the most riveting speeches in the Bard’s canon. Fort Canning Park, Cox Terrace, 6332-1200, S(179618), www.srt.com.sg. $40-108 from L.

the rise and Fall oF little Voice Follow Little Voice’s adventures in love and music as she dreams of becoming a stage star at this local take on Jim Cartwright’s classic musical play. Drama Centre Theatre, 3/F National Library, 100 Victoria St., 6746-0046, S(188064), www.pangdemonium.com. $30-88 from L.

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May 4-5 an eVening with John cleese Monty Python and Fawlty Towers legend John Cleese is coming to town for a special performance, his first ever stand-up act in Asia.

University Cultural Centre Theatre,

National University of Singapore, 50 Kent Ridge Crescent Singapore, 6516-2492, S(119279), www.lacomedylive.com. $98-118 from L.

May 8-18 Yes, Prime minister The wildly successful British TV series of the same name is now on stage, and newly updated for 2014 with modern day problems for the Prime Minister to take care of.

Jubilee Hall, Raffles Hotel, 1 Beach Rd., 6412-1335, S(189673), www.britishtheatreplayhouse.com. $100-125 from L.

May 23-25

affordable art Fair The popular Affordable Art Fair returns with over 70 galleries from all over the world offering an extensive range of contemporary visual art pieces, all priced from $100 to $10,000. F1 Pt Building, 1 Republic Blvd., 6884-6940, S(038975), www.affordableartfair. com/singapore. $15.

Before (or after) the show...

Where to Eat [NUVO] This Japanese-Italian restaurant blends ingredients from both cultures in creative ways, resulting in hybrid fare such as kabocha soup with onsen egg and crispy parma ham. #02-100 Marina Square Shopping Mall, 6 Raffles Blvd., 6822-2098, S(039594), www.facebook.com/nuvosingapore.

Where to Drink [Paulaner Bräuhaus] This is the place to go for authentic German beer; the in-house microbrewery ensures your beer is always served fresh. #01-01 Millenia Walk, 9 Raffles Blvd., 6883-2572, S(039596), www.paulaner-brauhaus.com/singapore.

May 17-18 dBs marina regatta Don’t miss one of the biggest dragon boat racing events in town, with 100 international and local teams paddling it out.

Accompanying the race are other activities (on land) like a drum challenge, cosplay festival and Asian food festival. Marina Bay Waterfront, Marina Blvd., www.dbsmarinaregatta.com. Free.

May 21 JeFF dunham: disorderlY conduct One of America’s most-loved comedians and ventriloquists—

Purchase tickets via sistic

famous for wildly inappropriate puppets like Achmed the Dead Terrorist—will perform here for one night only. The Star Performing Arts Centre, 1 Vista Exchange Green, 6636-0055, S(138617), www.thecomedyclub.asia. $88-168 from L.

May 22-24 music matters liVe Experience a synthesis of music from over 50 established and emerging bands from around the region performing

more than 160 shows, which will be broadcast live on YouTube.

Clarke Quay, 3 River Valley Rd., 6337-3292, S(179024), www.musicmatterslive.asia. Free.

May 27-Jun 1 taP dogs Watch a high-octane live music and dance performance as the Australian sensations tap dance their way around an imaginary construction site. MasterCard Theatres at Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Ave., 6688-8868, S(018956), www.marinabaysands. com. $65-135 from L.

(6348-5555, www.sistic.com) or gatecrash (6100-2005, www.gatecrash.com.sg)

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Something’s Brewing Here’s Daniel Goh, proprietor of Smith Street Taps, a hip new craft beer taproom in a hawker center. Read on for more novel new arrivals in town that you won’t find in the usual guidebooks.

SmItH StREEt tAPS

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WHERE NOW art QuarterS There’s always plenty of room for art in our city. Arts hub Gillman Barracks has witnessed many changes recently—Hong Kong and Shanghai-based Pearl Lam Galleries and Yeo Workshop are but two of the latest additions to the area. Be sure to pop by the new Centre for Contemporary Art as well—their latest exhibition No Country (see page 42) is part of the Guggenheim UBS MAP Global Art Initiative. To enrich your experience, join in their free tours (see page 6 for more information) for an overview of the galleries in the area.

Centre for Contemporary Art, Blk. 43 Malan Rd., 6684-0998, S(109443), www.facebook.com/ CentreForContemporaryArt. MRT: Labrador Park.

Pearl Lam Galleries, #03-22 Gillman Barracks, 9 Lock Rd., 6570-2284,

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S(108937), www.pearllam.com.

MRT: Labrador Park.

Yeo Workshop, #01-01 Gillman Barracks, 1 Lock Rd., 6734-5168, S(108983), www.yeoworkshop.com.

MRT: Labrador Park.

get Set, SHop The Orchard Road shopping belt RObINSONS ORcHARd boasts plenty of megamalls, and it looks like Somerset is where all the HealtHy living action is at right now. Robinsons Late night health fixes are all the Orchard has just undergone a rage now, it seems. US-based major revamp—the once-stuffy chain Anytime Fitness launched departmental store is now its first 24-hour gym here a sleek, modern space last October, and has featuring over 200 opened another four exclusive brands, such outlets since then. Over as See by Chloe and at Beach Road, you can Retrosuperfuture. Next pamper yourself till the in the pipelines is new wee hours of the morning mall Orchard Gateway, SPA club at the newly-launched Spa which is scheduled to Club, which opens till 2am welcome shoppers this daily and offers over 50 face and month. Confirmed tenants include local indie multi-label store Actually body treatments. Try its popular and US sports brand Under Armour. Detox & Revive treatment, which combines pink grapefruit, green Orchard Gateway, 277 Orchard Rd., rosemary and woody juniper berry S(238858), www.orchardgateway.sg. to help flush out toxins from your MRT: Somerset. system. If you’re willing to travel, Robinsons Orchard, The Heeren, the indulgent Aramsa the Garden 260 Orchard Rd., 6735-8838, S(238855), www.robinsons.com.sg.

Spa at Bishan Park also opens till MRT: Somerset.

11pm on Fridays and Saturdays.

Anytime Fitness, Macpherson Community Club, 400 Paya Lebar Way, 9340-6233, S(739131), www.anytimefitness.sg. MRT: Macpherson.

Aramsa the Garden Spa, Bishan Park 2, 1382 Ang Mo Kio Ave. 1, 6456-6556, S(569931), www.aramsaspas.com.

MRT: Bishan.

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ARAmSA tHE GARdEN SPA

Spa Club, 1/F and 2/F Fu Yuen Building, 75 Beach Rd., 6339-9238, S(189689), www. spaclub.com.sg. MRT: Bugis. may 2014 I W HE R E S IN GAP OR E

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WHERE NOW Hip Hawker Fare Hawker centers have always been a firm favorite with Singaporeans— you can get a hearty, delicious meal for less than five dollars at these open-air food courts.

Lately, however, there’s been a multitude of modern stalls that are revolutionizing the humble hawker center. Notable stalls include A Noodle Story, which puts out Japanese-inspired ramen with a Singaporean twist, and gourmet burger joint De Burg. Others have been playing with the “split personality” concept: Twoface Pizza & Taproom is a hawker stall by day and pizzeria by night, while old-school noodle stall Bincho transforms into a yakitori bar at night. You can pair craft beers with your hawker fare at Smith Street Taps, a little stall in Chinatown that serves up unusual brews on tap.

A Noodle Story, #01-39 Amoy Street Food Centre, 7 Maxwell Rd., 9027-6289, S(069111), www.anoodlestory.com. MRT: Telok Ayer.

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De Burg, #01-40 Stall 1, 119 Bukit Merah Lane 1, S(151119), www.facebook.com/deburgsingapore.

MRT: Queenstown.

Smith Street Taps, #02-62 Chinatown Complex, 335 Smith St., 9430-2750, S(050335), www.facebook.com/ goodbeersg. MRT: Chinatown.

Twoface Pizza & Taproom, #01-46, 56 Eng Hoon St., 6536-0024, S(160056), www.twoface.sg. MRT: Tiong Bahru.

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Bincho, #01-19 78 Moh Guan Terrace, 6438-4567, S(162078), www.bincho.com.sg. MRT:Tiong Bahru.

Snazzy Hotel BarS

Always thought of hotel bars as cookie-cutter and boring?

These stylish new watering holes will make you think again. Anti:dote at Fairmont Singapore has an award-winning team serving up handcrafted cocktails made with

cOOk & bREW

herbs from the bar’s own garden, while The Westin’s Cook & Brew is a spacious, low-key gastrobar that boasts panoramic views of the city. For more excellent tipples, check out pop-up Mars Bar at The Duxton Hotel (see page 42) and newly refurbished martini specialist One-Ninety Bar at Four Seasons Hotel (see page 42).

Anti:dote, 1/F Fairmont Singapore, 80 Bras Basah Rd., 6431-5315, S(189560), www.fairmont.com/ singapore. MRT: City Hall.

Cook & Brew, 33/F The Westin Singapore, Asia Square Tower 2, 12 Marina View, 6922-6948, S(018961), www. starwoodhotels. com/westin.

MRT: Downtown.

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Escape Through the Arts Enjoy world class performances at these iconic cultural venues.

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ear after year, Singapore plays host to top theatre, dance and music acts and events, from the traditional to the cutting-edge. And while these world class acts take centre stage, the venues that play host to them are iconic in their own right. Read on to find out why.

You might well recognise the spiky domes of Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay. Located right in the heart of the city and alongside the Singapore River, this multi-use building comprises a concert hall, theatre, shopping mall, eateries, library and a stunning waterfront promenade (where performances are also held), making it a popular hangout for local culture vultures.

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extravaganza da:ns Festival, experimental theater season The Studios (April 17-July 19) and local indie music showcase Baybeats (June 27-29) firmly on the arts calendar. Aside from these festivals, from May to June you can also catch oneoff performances such as Natya - The Spirit of Dance (May 27-29) and thought-provoking art installation Silence (April 4-June 29). If you’re here for a show, set aside some time to explore the surroundings and perhaps tuck into local fare at Makansutra Gluttons Bay or a classy meal at nearby dining destination One Fullerton.

Also by the river is DBS Arts Centre at Robertson Quay.

Housing an intimate 380-seat theatre, it is home to one of the

city’s leading drama companies, Singapore Repertory Theatre.

You’ll find acclaimed original productions and Asian adaptations of Broadway classics here all year round. The venue also plays host to a number of productions great for the kids, including the annual KidsFest (January 15-February 9)—a collection of plays and shows from all over the world.

Just nearby is multidisciplinary creative space 72-13, which was once a rice warehouse and now holds 72-13 a range of workshops, dance shows, film screenings and even whiskey tastings. This area used to be the heart of Singapore’s nightclub scene, but it has since matured into a distinctly epicurean district. You’ll find plenty of outstanding food around here,

WHERE NOW local auteurs. If you’re lucky from Argentinean restaurant enough to be in town during Bochinche to fine chocolatier one of their film festivals or Laurent Bernard. And for a postretrospectives revolving around or pre-show drink, the lively, Asian luminaries like Satyajit unpretentious Wine Connection Ray and Edward Yang, you’re Cheese Bar and its sister outlet in for a true cinematic treat.

Wine Connection Tapas Bar Nearby, both The Substation & Bistro can’t be beaten. and School of the Arts are Perhaps the largest arts also fantastic venues. The enclave in town is the Bras Basah former is a fiercely independent and Bugis district, a wide cluster contemporary arts centre where of historical and new buildings you can find arresting artworks, housing museums, art galleries, music and experimental theatre theatres and concert halls. Just a by homegrown artists. The latter few steps away from Bras Basah nurtures local young talent—you and Dhoby Ghaut MRT stations can enjoy their performances here is the Renaissance-style National together with an eclectic Museum of Singapore, selection of events ranging which has been around from classical music since 1849 and boasts concerts to author talks a gorgeous dome for Singapore Writers covered in zinc Festival (October tiles and stained 31-November 9). glass panels.

Other buildings of Along with blockbuster exhibitions, WInE connEcTIon note in this area are old cinemas The Cathay with a focus on local chEEsE Bar and Capitol Building, heritage and culture, the considered the height of style and museum also has film screenings entertainment among moviegoers in its basement Gallery Theatre, in the 1940s. The Cathay is now a where you get to catch rare shopping mall and movie theatre films ranging from world cinema complex, but it has kept many classics to short films by budding

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of the original Art Deco design elements, while the gorgeous neo-Classical Capitol Building is currently under renovation.

One of the most delightful ways to take advantage of Singapore’s year-round balmy weather is to kick back in the great outdoors. Do just that at the historic Fort Canning, a British Army fort turned live entertainment venue where many world-famous bands have played.

Not to be missed are classical music events like Opera in the Park (June 7), where the tranquil setting complements the music perfectly. If you can’t pack along a picnic, don’t worry. Head to nearby Le Bistrot du Sommelier for immaculate French plates or Bacchanalia in the Masonic Club for classy fusion fare and cocktails.

For more theatre in unexpected places, check out the stunning National Library in Bugis, a state-of-the-art 16 storey building. Tucked away in this hushed haven for bookworms is a Drama Centre where you can catch plays by local companies in the 600-seater theatre or smaller black box for experimental works.

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WHERE NOW Street and Seah Street, where a variety of local eateries such as Chin Chin Hainanese Chicken Rice will satisfy any hungry theatregoer.

Head south to visit neoPalladian colonial landmark The Arts House, which was once Singapore’s Parliament House and is now a multi-use centre for the arts where you can catch plays, exhibitions, film screenings as well as music performances by local and international talents. After TImBrE that, sit back with an ice cold beer at live music bar Timbre for a dash variety of festival acts, including Needless to say, there’s of inspiration, or head to next door indie bands at Laneway Festival, top lots to do around Sentosa, but if retro salon called Barber Shop 40s pop artists at The Singapore you want to take a break, head that’s dedicated to blues, funk Social concerts and Mandopop to the bistros at Quayside Isle and soul music performances. singers like Della Ding Dang at 2014 or C Side. Or swing by Jamie’s If you’re into Broadway Spring Wave Festival (June 7).

Italian at VivoCity for a taste musicals, make your Apart from exploring the of UK TV chef Jamie Oliver’s way to MasterCard stunning Gardens, you signature fresh recipes.

Theatres at Marina can also tuck into local Nor are the arts confined to Bay Sands®, home grilled meat skewers at the popular tourist destinations. to two top-of-theSatay by the Bay, enjoy Out west you’ll find The range concert halls a fancy European meal Star Vista, an eye-catching, that are specially at Michelin starred chef architectural marvel, combining an designed to showcase Jason Atherton’s POLLEN open air (but breezy) mall with a big productions for large ForT cannInG or take in the view from massive 5,000-seater auditorium audiences, such as Grease atop SuperTree that has seen performances (April 25-May 11), Tap

by IndoChine. by the likes of crooner Dogs (May 27-June 1) and the More music Norah Jones. Cafés upcoming Le Noir (June 7-22), offerings can be and restaurants an exhilarating extravaganza of found at Resorts abound in this laidacrobats and entertainers. With World™ Sentosa, back neighbourhood, a huge selection of celebrity where top recording so chill out with a chef restaurants like Wolfgang artists like synthpop cuppa at Owl Café Puck’s steakhouse CUT and legends Pet Shop Boys BacchanalIa in the same building, or swish clubs like KU DÉ TA, not to have played. It’s also stroll over to the lush mention all the high end stores one of the best places in Rochester Park for a quality around The Shoppes at Marina Singapore to see Asian pop stars meal at Nosh Restaurant and Bay Sands, there’s plenty to do in action, not to mention local Bar or One Rochester. before and after the show. productions like Lightseeker and With plenty to do, see and eat Nearby Gardens by the around each of these culturally Ah Boys to Men: The Musical.

Bay is also a top spot for live vibrant venues, catching arts and You can even catch hilarious entertainment. The Meadow music performances in Singapore comedy shows like Korean regularly plays host to a whole is a truly multi-sensory experience. production Nanta (July 10-13).

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WHERE NOW Address Book 72-13 72-13 Mohamed Sultan Road.

(65) 6737-7213. www.72-13.com Clarke Quay

GARDENS By THE BAy 18 Marina Gardens Drive.

(65) 6420-6848. www.gardensbythebay. com.sg Bayfront

NATIONAL MUSEUM OF SINGAPORE 93 Stamford Road.

(65) 6332-3659. www.nationalmuseum.sg Bras Basah

BACCHANALIA The Masonic Club, 23AColeman Street.

(65) 6509-1453. www.bacchanalia.asia City Hall

JAMIE’S ITALIAN #01-165/166/167 VivoCity, 1 HarbourFront Walk.

(65) 6733-5500. www.jamieoliver. com/italian HarbourFront

NOSH RESTAURANT AND BAR 9 Rochester Park.

(65) 6779-4644. www.nosh.com.sg Buona Vista

SUPERTREE By INDOCHINE #03-01, Gardens by the Bay. 18 Marina Gardens Drive.

(65) 6694-8489. www.indochine-group.com Bayfront

ONE FULLERTON 1 Fullerton Road.

(65) 6557-2590. thefullertonheritage.com Raffles Place

THE ARTS HOUSE 1 Old Parliament Lane.

(65) 6332-6900. www.theartshouse.com.sg City hall

ONE ROCHESTER 1 Rochester Park.

(65) 6773-0060. www.onerochester.com Buona Vista

THE CATHAy 2 Handy Road.

(65) 6732-7332. www.thecathay.com.sg Dhoby Ghaut

OWL CAFÉ #02-10/11, The Star Vista, 1 Vista Exchange Green.

(65) 6694-3537. www.owlcafe.com.sg Buona Vista

THE STAR VISTA 1 Vista Exchange Green.

(65) 6779-2829. www.thestarvista.com Buona Vista

BOCHINCHE #02-01, 22 Martin Road.

(65) 6235-4990. www.bochinche.com.sg Clarke Quay CAPITOL BUILDING 11 Stamford Road.

City Hall CHIN CHIN HAINANESE CHICKEN RICE 19 Purvis Street.

(65) 6337-4640.

City Hall C SIDE #01-01/06, 50 Siloso Beach Walk.

(65) 6631-8938. www.cside.sg HarbourFront CUT #B1-71, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands®, 10 Bayfront Avenue.

(65) 6688-8517. www.wolfgangpuck.com Bayfront DBS ARTS CENTRE 20 Merbau Road.

(65) 6733-8166. www.srt.com.sg Clarke Quay ESPLANADE – THEATRES ON THE BAy 1 Esplanade Drive.

(65) 6828-8377. www.esplanade.com Esplanade FORT CANNING 70 River Valley Road.

(65) 6332-1200. www.nparks.gov.sg Dhoby Ghaut

KU DÉ TA North Tower, SkyPark at Marina Bay Sands®.

10 Bayfront Avenue.

(65) 6688-7688. www.kudeta.com.sg Bayfront LAURENT BERNARD CHOCOLATIER #01-11 The Pier at Robertson Quay, 80 Mohammad Sultan Road.

(65) 6235-9007. www.nibschocolate.net Clarke Quay LE BISTROT DU SOMMELIER 53 Armenian Street.

(65) 6333-1982. lebistrotdusommelier.com City Hall MAKANSUTRA GLUTTONS BAy #01-15 Esplanade Mall, 8 Raffles Avenue.

(65) 6438-4038. www.makansutra.com Esplanade MARINA BAy SANDS® 10 Bayfront Avenue.

(65) 6688-8868. www.marinabaysands.com Bayfront NATIONAL LIBRARy 100 Victoria Street.

(65) 6332-3255. www.nl.sg City Hall

POLLEN #01-09 Flower Dome, Gardens by the Bay, 18 Marina Gardens Drive.

(65) 6604-9988. www.pollen.com.sg Bayfront QUAySIDE ISLE 31 Ocean Way, Sentosa Cove.

(65) 6887-3502. www.quaysideisle.com HarbourFront RESORTS WORLD™ SENTOSA 8 Sentosa Gateway.

(65) 6577-8888. www.rwsentosa.com HarbourFront SATAy By THE BAy 18 Marina Gardens Drive.

(65) 6538-9956. www.sataybythebay. com.sg Bayfront

SCHOOL OF THE ARTS 1 Zubir Said Drive.

(65) 6594-8411. www.sota.edu.sg Dhoby Ghaut

THE SUBSTATION 45 Armenian Street.

(65) 6337-7535. www.substation.org City Hall TIMBRE #01-04, 1 Old Parliament Lane.

(65) 6336-3386. www.timbregroup.asia City Hall WINE CONNECTION CHEESE BAR #01/05-06, 11 Unity Street.

(65) 6238-1279. www.wineconnection. com.sg Clarke Quay WINE CONNECTION TAPAS BAR & BISTRO #01-19/20, 11 Unity Street.

(65) 6235-5466. www.wineconnection. com.sg Clarke Quay

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Home to Southeast Asia’s first Universal Studios theme park and one of Singapore’s two integrated resorts, Resorts World Sentosa, Sentosa is filled with an array of exciting worldclass attractions and activities. While its name translates as “tranquility” in Malay, Sentosa has transformed itself from a redevelopment site in the last decade to a top must-see spot.

True to its reputation as one of the region’s leading leisure destinations, this popular island has five-star spas, hotels, excellent restaurants, watering holes and renowned golf courses amid sandy beaches.

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One of the key attractions is 4 Resorts World Sentosa (8 Sentosa Gateway, 6577-8888), where you’ll find Resorts World Casino and the world’s largest oceanarium Marine Life Park, which consists of the S.E.A Aquarium and the Adventure Cove Waterpark.

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cable car from Harbourfront Center (HFC). If you feel like doing a little shopping, located beside HFC is 11 VivoCity (1 HarbourFront Walk, 6377-6860)—Singapore’s largest retail and lifestyle destination.

Overlooking the scenic bay is Sentosa Boardwalk, the only garden-themed boardwalk in the region, where you can take a stroll to enter the island. Drop by the Sentosa Visitor Center and

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Sentosa Boardwalk, 6 Sentosa Gateway, 9238-1625, S(098269), www.tgifbazaars. com. MRT: HarbourFront. Free.

Spend an afternoon out at the scenic Sentosa boardwalk and snap up some good buys at the same time. Held every Saturday, this is a hunting ground for pre-loved items such as handicrafts, clothes and kitschy memorabilia.

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PISCO #01-231/232 Resorts World Sentosa, 26 Sentosa Gateway, 6795-4720, S(098138), www. pisco.sg. MRT: HarbourFront.

This South American restaurant offers traditional dishes from countries like Peru and Chile. Go for the ceviche ($23) or the skewer sets (from $45) made with meat, vegetables and fish. They also serve classic cocktails from the fregion, including the famed Pisco Sour ($15).

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and Dolphin Lagoon (80 Siloso Rd., 6275-0030), where you can watch seals and dolphins performing or feed gentle stingrays. Located within the vicinity is 1 Fort Siloso (33 Allanbrooke Rd., 6736-8672).

This preserved coastal fort contains the nation’s largest collection of dolPhin lagoon World War II memorabilia and hosts interactive guided tours.

Located near Marine Life Park For those who prefer some are 3 The Maritime Experiential peace and quiet, 7 Tanjong Beach Museum—an interactive, multiis ideal, especially for a romantic sensorial museum showcasing date at night. Restaurant and bar Asia’s maritime history—and The Tanjong Beach Club (120 Tanjong Coliseum at Hard Rock Hotel (39 Beach Walk, 6270-1355) offers Artillery Ave., 6577-8899), stunning beachfront dining— a flexible open space great for couples looking to that has staged spend some quality time international acts together. A family-friendly such as Vertical destination, Horizon and Jimmy 6 Palawan Beach has a Eat World. There’s range of shops and eateries also the highly popular that interest both young and 5 Universal Studios auriga old. Glide effortlessly down SPa Singapore (11 Sentosa the beach at Gogreen Segway East Mall, 6577-8888), Eco Adventure (50 Beach View, which features around 24 movie9825-4066) or visit the musical themed rides and attractions, 18 attraction Songs of the Sea (Siloso of which are unique to Singapore.

Beach Walk, 6736-8672).

Along the coastline are the best More food options can also beaches, each with their distinct be found at 9 Quayside Isle (31 characteristics. Siloso Beach, with Ocean Way, 6694-3410), a lifestyle its volleyball courts, is great for destination with a wide selection water sports and beach activities. of waterfront-facing restaurants.

It also has some of the most Otherwise, pamper yourself interesting bars and restaurants with indulgent massages at Auriga like Mambo Beach Club (40 Siloso Spa (Capella Singapore, 1 The knolls, Beach Walk, 6276-6270) and 6377-8888) or Spa Botanica (The Wave House Sentosa (36 Siloso Sentosa Resort & Spa, 2 Bukit Manis Beach Walk, 6377-3113), where Rd., 6371-1288). Golf lovers will also you can experience Singapore’s be excited to know that 8 Sentosa first artificial barreling wave.

Golf Club (27 Bukit Manis Rd., 6275Next to Siloso Beach is 0090) boasts two of the region’s 2 Underwater World Singapore most challenging 18-hole courses.

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Holland Village has long been a stronghold for bohemian culture and Singapore’s expatriate community while Dempsey Hill is a hip neighboring district. The former is one of the city’s top lifestyle destinations with a cluster of wining and dining establishments set in quiet and mostly residential surrounds. The latter features trendy restaurants, spa facilities and shops hidden within the conserved colonial black-and-white buildings of former British army barracks.

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ATTRACTIONS Founded in 1859, the 63.7-hectare Singapore Botanic Gardens (1 Cluny Rd., 6471-7138) is the main recreational park in the area. It has an extensive range of more than 10,000 types of plants including the most comprehensive collection of tropical orchids in the world.

There are also arts and cultural sites in Dempsey such as the 6 Museum of Contemporary Arts (27A Loewen Rd., 64796622) at Loewen Gardens. The intimate contemporary art space brings in top artists from across Asia Pacific including Beijing-

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based sculptor Jiang Shuo and Sichuanese painter Ye Yongqing.

Smaller galleries can be found at Holland Village too. A perennial favorite is TAKSU Singapore (#01-72 Blk. 43 Workloft@Chip Bee, Jalan Merah Saga, 64764788), which has been open since 1989 and represents works by urban artists around Southeast Asia.

DINING AND NIGHTLIFE Among Dempsey’s hottest eateries is 8 The White Rabbit (39C Harding Rd., 6473-9965), an airy European dining spot housed in a former chapel for the colonial British

garrison. It has been beautifully refurbished with wrought-iron grills and stained-glass windows.

Also popular is 3 House (8D Dempsey Rd., 6475-7787), a multipurpose space with a café, bar and salon that’s right next door to molecular restaurant Tippling Club (8D Dempsey Rd., 64752217). Fashionistas and creatives head to P.S. Cafe (28B Harding Rd., 6479-3343), a stylish place where an eclectic mix of recipes— including gado gado salad, miso cod and poutine—is on offer.

For beer lovers, there’s 5 Tawandang Microbrewery (#01-

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01, 26 Dempsey Rd., 6476-6742), everything from local hawker fare to a Thai restaurant and watering hole Vietnamese pho and Mexican food. that’s popular with the after-work Alternatively, head to Chip Bee crowd. Local seafood specialties Gardens stalwarts such as Chez such as fried youtiao fritters stuffed Petit Salut (#01-54 Blk. 44 Jalan with minced prawns, chili and black Merah Saga, 6474-9788), which pepper crab can be savored at offers French favorites such as 7 Long Beach (25 Dempsey escargots and profiteroles, or Rd., 6323-2222).

Original Sin (#01-62 Blk. Holland Village offers 43 Jalan Merah Saga, many dining choices 6475-5605), one and is split into two of the nation’s main areas: the pioneering vegetarian nightlife hub restaurants.

1 Lorong Mambong and the quieter SHOPPING residential stretch 2 Chip In Holland Village original Sin Bee Gardens along Jalan Shopping Center, there’s Merah Saga. The former is Lim’s Arts and Living (#02known for its live music venues 01 Holland Road Shopping Centre, including Wala Wala Café Bar (31 211 Holland Ave., 6467-1300), Lorong Mambong, 6462-4288), a mammoth home furnishings a casual two-story watering hole and curios store with an array of that hosts local music acts nightly.

Chinoiserie silk cushion covers, On the surrounding street, find trinket boxes and African figures that make great souvenirs.

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Dempsey’s Woody Antique House (#01-05 Blk. 13 Dempsey Rd., 6471-1770) provides a similarly Asian-inspired mix of statues and teak furniture while emgallery (#01-04/05 Blk. 16 Dempsey Rd., 6475-6941) and Rouge French Designs (#01-01 Blk. 16 Dempsey Rd., 6475-9245) provide a range of Oriental-style garments.

NEW & NOTED HERBS AND SPICES WORkSHOP May 17, 10am. Botany Centre, Singapore Botanic Gardens, 100 Cluny Park Rd., 6471-7138, S(257494), www.sbg.org.sg.

MRT: Botanic Gardens. $80.

Learn more about herbs and spices commonly used in Asian cooking in this workshop. This session is perfect for anyone, from beginners with no background to botany enthusiasts looking to enrich their knowledge.

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Au PETIT SALuT 40C Harding Road, 64751976, S(249548), www. thesalutgroup.com. MRT: Botanic Gardens (or take a taxi).

Dig in for lunch at this high-end spot with three-course set lunches priced from $38 onwards. Choose from French starters and mains like the slow-cooked rump of lamb or snapper fillet, and top it off with an extensive dessert list.

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Back in the early days, the Singapore River was the former British colony’s main trade lifeblood where all commercial activities took place. Today, the riverbanks are still abuzz but the bustle of entrepôt trade has been replaced with an array of historical spots rich in culture, restaurants and after-dark entertainment. The contrasting sight of restored colonial landmarks like The Fullerton Hotel against towering modern skyscrapers makes this neighborhood a particularly striking one to explore.

ATTRACTIONS The sculpture of the mythical creature with the head of a lion and the body of a fish is one of Singapore’s most iconic mascots.

Known as the 11 Merlion (1 Fullerton Square, 6736-6622), its head represents the country’s original name Singapura (lion city) while its body symbolizes the

fishing village that the island used to be. See the historical site where Sir Stamford Raffles landed in 1819 and the architecturally stunning 10 Cavenagh Bridge (linked to the Marina waterfront). It’s also hard to miss the 5 MICA Building (140 Hill St., 6270-7988), home to the Ministry of Information,

Communications and the Arts, with its distinctive colorful window shutters. Explore this vibrant stretch along the river via the Singapore River Cruise (6336-6111, www.rivercruise.com. sg, $3), which takes you from Clarke Quay to the Singapore Flyer to Marina Bay Sands.

The first museum in the region to present a broad perspective of pan-Asian cultures MerlIon and civilizations is the 9 Asian Civilisations Museum (1 Empress Place, 6332-2982). It houses 11 galleries that showcase over 1,300 artifacts. If you prefer theatrics, the Singapore Repertory may 2014 I W HE R E SIN GAP OR E 23

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such as Aquanova and The Pump Room. If beer is more your thing, knock back pints at Beer Market or Brewerkz. Those who want to dance the night away can pop by clubs like Attica DINING AND or Fenix Room.

NIGHTLIFE The 2 Robertson Over the years, Quay stretch houses Singapore River has restaurants like grown to include a Da Mario Pizzeria host of eateries and Ristorante and tapas BoAt QuAy nightlife spots, one of joint Wine Connection which is 7 Boat Quay. Here, Tapas Bar. Those exploring you will find bustling bars showing this area in the day have plenty live sports on Tv like Harry’s of options, too. For a peaceful and Prince of Wales. In the area, afternoon away from the hustle located just above Clarke Quay and bustle, take your pick from chic MRT, is 3 Central (6 Eu Tong and contemporary coffee bars like Sen St., 6532-9922), which offers Toby’s Estate and Smitten Coffee great dining options like award& Tea Bar. winning ramen house Marutama If you prefer something a Ramen, fashion boutiques, as well little more happening after dark, as eclectic retailers like Goods of visit 1 Zouk (17 Jiak Kim St., Desire (G.O.D.). If you’re looking 6738-2988) for a world-class to paint the town red, 4 Clarke clubbing experience. The longest Quay would be right up your standing club in Singapore, this alley. Enjoy your meal with live nightspot has a constant stream of entertainment at restaurant-bars international guest DJs.

May 17, 10pm. Zouk, 17 Jiak Kim St., 6738-2988, S(169420), www.zoukclub.com. MRT: Tiong Bahru (or take a taxi). $45.

Chart-topping British dance duo Disclosure helm the decks at this special edition of Zouk’s regular Bassic night. Their debut album, Settle, was a Grammy nominee for Best Dance Album, and they have since remixed the likes of Mary J. Blige and Lorde.

KENSAI KITCHEN #B1-03/04/05 Liang Court, 177 River Valley Rd., 6337-5105, S(179030), www.facebook. com/KensaiKitchenSpore.

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It’s an all-you-can-eat concept at this casual Japanese restaurant.

The buffet spread ($19.90 on weekdays and $24.90 weekends) features simple creations including nikujaga (a beef stew with potatoes, carrots and onions cooked in soy sauce and mirin), dashimaki, karaage chicken and plenty more.

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Marina bay sands

Located at the southern tip of the island near the Central Business District (CBD), Marina Bay is home to luxury hotels, brandname boutiques, exclusive nightlife spots, fine dining destinations and worldclass theater venues—all of which are connected by a beautiful waterfront promenade. The heart of this district is the integrated resort by the Las Vegas Sands group, Marina Bay Sands (MBS). It comprises three towers and a shopping arcade, with sumptuous suites and a casino.

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Singapore Flyer (30 Raffles Ave., 6734-8829), a 165m-tall Examples of early colonial giant observation wheel. architecture abound here. There is Across the water—a short the 150-year-old 3 Saint walk over the beautiful Andrew’s Cathedral glass and steel mesh 8 (11 St Andrew's Rd., Helix Bridge—is 6337-6104), the 11 Gardens by the nation’s largest Bay (18 Marina cathedral, and Raffles Gardens Dr., 6471Hotel (1 Beach 7808) with close to Rd., 6337-1886), a 100,000 rare plants regal establishment singapore in domed conservatories. opened in 1887.

Flyer Another attraction here You can also find is the 10 ArtScience Museum modern architectural sites such (Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront as the distinctive spike-covered Ave., 6688-8868), which houses 4 Esplanade - Theatres on the international touring exhibitions.

Bay (1 Esplanade Dr., 6828-8377), a top spot to watch world-class entertainment acts. Nearby, the three-story 6 F1 Pit Building (1 Republic Blvd., 6884-6940) is a hub for the Singapore leg of the Grand Prix, just next door to the 7

DINING & NIGhTLIfE There’s plenty to eat, too, with an array of choice options at Marina Bay Sands. Japanese dining temple Waku Ghin (#02-02, Marina Bay Sands, may 2014 I W HE R E S IN GAP OR E

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BILL MEDLEY Of ThE RIGhTEOuS BROThERS & ThE PLATTERS May 10-11. Mastercard Theatres at Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Ave., 6688-8868, S(018956), www.marinbaysands.com. MRT: Bayfront. $108-198 from Sistic.

Legendary crooner Bill Medley, the voice of hit evergreen tracks like "Brown Eyed Woman" and "Peace, Brother, Peace" graces the stage alongside veteran rock & roll stars The Platters, in an entertaining double bill concert.

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O BATIGNOLLES 2 Gemmil Lane, 6438-3913, S(069247), www.facebook.com/ OBatignolles. MRT: Telok Ayer.

The distinctively Parisian-styled wine bar offers affordable by-the-glass options (from $8).

To keep things simple, bottles (from $44) are categorized according to flavor: fresh, fruity and light, balanced and elegant or intense and rich.

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10 Bayfront Ave., 6688-8507) and American celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck’s steakhouse CUT (#B1-71 Galleria Level, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Ave., 6688-8517) are both on-site. for the best views of the city, try Sky on 57 (57/f Sands SkyPark, Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Ave., 66888857) or Ku Dé Ta (57/f Sands SkyPark, Marina Bay Sands Tower 3, 1 Bayfront Ave., 6688-7688).

At night, clubbers can visit two glamorous party venues, housed in MBS' stunning South Crystal Pavilion, Pangaea (South Crystal Pavilion, Marina Bay Sands, 2 Bayfront Ave., 86117013) and Avalon (South Crystal Pavilion, Marina Bay Sands, 2 Bayfront Ave., 6688-7448).

Other top spots are at 2 Swissôtel the Stamford (2 Stamford Rd., 6338-8585), including french fine dining restaurant JAAN (70/f Equinox Complex, Swissôtel the Stamford, 6837-3322) and New Asia Bar (7172/f Equinox Complex, Swissôtel the Stamford, 6431-5681).

Waterfront Spanish restaurant Catalunya (The fullerton Pavilion, 82 Collyer Quay, 6534-0188,

S(049327), www.catalunya.sg) also boasts incredible views of the Bay. for local food, visit 13 Lau Pa Sat (18 Raffles Quay, 6220-2138), a Victorian cast-iron structure with a wide range of hawker stalls.

Also from the colonial era is the 19th century convent and chapel compound, 1 CHIJMES (30 Victoria St., 6337-7810), which is today a food and beverage haven.

ShOPPING Luxury lifestyle center Marina Bay Sands houses Louis Vuitton’s first Island Maison store (Crystal Pavilion North, Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Ave., 6788-3888) in Southeast Asia, as well as Ralph Lauren’s duplex store (#B1/ B2-72/68 Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Ave., 6688-7161).

Beyond that, there’s 5 Suntec City Mall (3 Temasek Blvd., 6825-2667) featuring a comprehensive range of boutiques, as well as the Fountain of Wealth. for a quieter shopping experience, head to Millenia Walk (9 Raffles Blvd., 68831122) for high-end stores like Cortina Watch and BOSE.

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ScottS Square

Orchard Road is not known as Singapore’s “shopping street” for nothing. Named after the plantations that lined it during the ’40s, it is today home to the world’s most prominent luxury labels, as well as stylish indie stores stocking hard-tofind labels and unexpected gems from across Asia. However, it is not just the vast variety of shopping that’s a draw. There are also choice dining and wining options located alongside quaint cafés rest and refuel, so you can shop all day.

SHOPPING The main shopping strip of Orchard Road is home to both high fashion and high street retailers, catering to both cluedin shoppers and the masses.

There are Prada, Gucci and Salvatore Ferragamo at 6 Paragon Shopping Centre (290 Orchard Rd., 6738-5535), Louis Vuitton and Dior at 5 ION Orchard (2 Orchard Turn, 6238-8228), Fendi, Chanel and Coach at 7 Ngee Ann City (391 Orchard Rd., 6506-0461), and 26 WH ERE S INGA PO RE I m ay 2 0 1 4

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The city is also home to some of the best multi-label indie boutiques in the world, stocking fashion that represents the best of contemporary label desigvavvn. Some of the rarest international cult brands like Michael Kors, Anne Fontaine and Undercover and Ganryu can be Hermès at 3 Scotts Square (6 Scotts found at Club 21b at 1 Forum The Rd., 6733-1188), the newest Shopping Mall (583 Orchard luxury space here.

Rd., 6732-2469) while These malls are Inhabit—The Other spacious and inviting, Store at 9 Mandarin offering world-class Gallery (333A Orchard customer service.

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For something uniquely Singaporean, Hansel at Mandarin Gallery, is local fashion designer Jo Soh’s cheery take on contemporary womenswear with a vintage twist. The Reckless Shop at Orchard Central, will please the fashion forward with its unconventional use of materials and silhouettes, while internationally renowned Ashley Isham, also in the same mall, stocks gorgeous, elaborate evening gowns for women.

Those looking for something edgier can check out Depression at Orchard Cineleisure (8 Grange Rd., 62351155) or Saturday at 2 Wheelock Place for out-of-this-world designs and bold silhouettes that will make any wearer stand out from the crowd.

DINING & NIGHTLIFE After all that hard work, recharge at some of the best cafés and bars in the area. Take your pick from cafés like Arteastiq (#04-14/15 Mandarin Gallery, 6235-8370), Wild Honey (#03-02 Mandarin Gallery, 6235-3900; #03-01/02 Scotts Square, 6636-1816), Jones the Grocer (#04-21/23 Mandarin Gallery, 6836-6372) and Dean & Deluca (#04-23/24 Orchard Central, 6509-7708). Their great coffee, tea, all-day breakfast items and

SHISEN HANTEN desserts are guaranteed to perk you up. If you’re looking for something stronger to help you cool off, stop

by Ice Cold Beer and No. 5 Emerald Hill along Emerald Hill for beers and spirits that won’t break the bank (especially during happy hour which typically starts from 5pm onwards).

ATTRACTIONS While you’re in Orchard, catch a glimpse of The Istana (www.istana. gov.sg), located close to Dhoby Ghaut MRT Station. The Istana is the official residence of the President of Singapore and features stunning British architecture. Farther down the road towards City Hall and Bras Basah, you’ll also find two of Singapore’s biggest museums, the 18 Singapore Art Museum (71 Bras Basah Rd., 6332-3222, www.singaporeartmuseum.sg) and the 17 National Museum of Singapore (93 Stamford Rd., 6332-5642, www.nationalmuseum. sg). The Singapore Art Museum holds a permanent collection of approximately 7,000 South and East Asian contemporary and modern art pieces, while exhibitions at the National Museum of Singapore investigate 700 years of Singapore’s rich history and diverse culture.

35/F Orchard Wing, Mandarin Orchard Singapore, 333 Orchard Rd., 6831-6282, S(238867), www.meritushotels. com. MRT: Somerset.

The Japanese Szechuan chain recently opened its first Singapore outpost, a posh and sleek spot serving out classics such as mapo tofu ($24) and dan dan mian ($12). A great place for a rendezvous with reliable service and enough ambience to make a good impression.

MORE THAN A GARDEN Through May 11. Stamford Gallery, National Museum of Singapore, 93 Stamford Rd., 63323659, www.nationalmuseum. sg. MRT: Bras Basah. Free.

Trace Singapore’s growth from a British colony to a successful city state today through its landscapes.

This exhibition showcases prominent green features in Singapore’s history, including the once-widespread rubber plantations, Singapore Botanic Gardens’ lush greenery and the national flower—the orchid.

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Colorful garlands, stacks of jewelry, and great food—Little India is every tourist’s dream come true, and every local’s little secret. The best time to visit is Sunday evenings when it's at its most bustling, but if you prefer a more leisurely experience, late mornings and early afternoons on weekends are perfect.

Kampong Glam, meanwhile, was home to the Malay aristocracy in 1819, before British settlement in 1822 divided the area to ethnic groups (Chinese, Arabs and Europeans). Today, it remains a stronghold among the Malay-Muslim community and is home to numerous eateries, chic bars and indie shopping boutiques, making it one of the hippest neighborhoods here.

ATTRACTIONS Make time to explore Indian temples like Sri Veeramakaliamman (141 Serangoon Rd.) and Sri Vadapathira Kaliamman (555 Serangoon Rd.) with beautiful architecture and colorful arches, which make for wonderful photo opportunities. You’re welcome to have a look inside; just

remember to take off your shoes.

There is also picture-perfect Kampong Kapor Methodist Church (intersection of Kg Kapor Rd. and Veerasamy Rd.), built in 1929 by Singapore’s oldest architectural firm Swan and Maclaren. Another mustsee is the Mahatma Gandhi Memorial

Hall (Race Course Lane), which acts as a family service center for the Singapore Indian Development Association—you’ll recognize it when you see a bronze statue of the man himself on the exterior.

Also known as the Arab Quarter, Kampong Glam is home to the Malay Heritage Centre (85 Sultan Gate, 6391-0450) and the majestic-looking Sultan Mosque (3 Muscat St., 62934405), a Muslim place of worship that's stayed essentially unchanged since it was built in the late 1920s.

ShOppING If you’re looking to buy a new SLR camera or mobile phone, don’t miss Sim Lim Square (1 Rochor Canal Rd., 6338-3859) and 24-hour shopping mecca Mustafa Centre (145 Syed Alwi Rd., 6295-5855). The latter offers pretty much every product

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FOOD & DRINK Thirsty after all that shopping? Chill out over a cup of fragrant Turkish coffee or a bagalawa shake at Café le Caire (42 Arab St., 6292-0979), before heading for beer at Blu Jaz (11 Bali Lane, 6292-3800), which features live music. Alternatively, enjoy a quiet cocktail custom-made SalaD by the mixologists at Bar Stories under the sun. Also check out (57A haji Lane, 6298-0838).

Singapore’s first eco-friendly retail Don’t miss the chance to dine hub, City Square Mall (180 Kitchener at Islamic Restaurant (745 North Rd., 6595- 6595), housing Bridge Rd., 6298-7563). Around retailers including for almost 50 years, its Uniqlo, Giordano trademark nasi biryani and Best Denki. and mutton rendang are For the still the stars here. The fashion forward, rustic Bumbu Restaurant artisanal is (44 Kandahar St., the key word at 6392-8628) is also Maison Ikkoku great for its eclectic mix (20 Kandahar St., of Indonesian, peranakan maiSon ikkoku 6294-2600). Grab and Thai dishes. Or check out a coffee on the first floor before contemporary cafés like Swedish browsing through chic menswear Fika (257 Beach Rd. 6396-9096). from labels like hobo, Nuggets and For vegetarian options, go to Discovered upstairs. Don't forget to Namaste India (288 Serangoon check out the many indie boutiques Rd., 6735-6755). If you are feeling found along hip street haji Lane. One a bit adventurous, try the fiery fish such example is Know It Nothing head curry at the popular Banana (51 haji Lane, 6392-5475), where Leaf Apollo (54 Race Course Rd., you can find international brands 6297-1595). Its Indian dishes are like porter, London Undercover served on banana leaves, and you’re and Engineered. Meanwhile, the encouraged to use your hands black-and-white themed Salad here; the wait staff insists that it (25/27 haji Lane, 6299-5805) brings out the aroma of the food.

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ELFFIN & ELFFIN GALLERY CAFé 29 Haji Lane, S(189222), www. elffinandelffin.co.nr. MRT: Bugis.

This new space on haji Lane is an art gallery that showcases affordable works by up-andcoming Singaporean illustrators and artists. It also doubles up as a café and serves up sandwiches, cakes and muffins (from $2.90), together with a range of coffee ($4-$5.50) and Clipper Teas ($4/pot).

BUSINESS ROCKS! May 27, 7.30pm. Blu Jaz, 11 Bali Lane, 6292-3800, S(189848), www.businessrocks.sg. $25 from www.peatix.com. MRT: Bugis.

Entrepreneurs, writers and philanthropists keen to present their ideas in a fresh, engaging way get together for this creative, casual monthly networking event.

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Food Fest The revamped Chinatown Food Street indulges every craving with a total of 24 hawker stalls and six shophouse restaurants.

These long-established stalls are some of Singapore’s best and have come together to guarantee good food on every visit. Look out for Geylang Lor 9 Fresh Frog Porridge (from $8) as well as Odeon Beef Noodles, a famously delicious dish of beef balls in light herbal broth ($6).

335 Smith St., 6225-3633, S(050335), www.chinatown.sg. MRT: Chinatown.

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Folk Rocks Built in 1937, Chinese mythology-themed park Haw Par Villa’s statues and dioramas depict famous characters and scenes from Chinese legends. The most famous attraction here is the Ten Courts of Hell, a diorama that depicts the journey through Hell in traditional folklore. The park doubles up as an arts space now, so make time for the current exhibition, Latent Spaces (through Sep 7) which explores the changing relationship between human society and their objects.

262 Pasir Panjang Rd., 6872-2780, S(118628). MRT: Haw Par Villa.

Sky HigH See Singapore from the city’s best vantage points.

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ION SKY 55/F ION Orchard, 2 Orchard Turn, 6835-8750, S(238801), www.ionsky.com.sg MRT: Orchard.

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SINGAPORE FLYER 30 Raffles Ave., 6333-3311, S(039803), www.singaporeflyer.com. MRT: Promenade.

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SANDS SKYPARK 10 Bayfront Ave., 6688-8826, S(018956), www.marinabaysands.com/Sands-SkyPark.

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TIGER SKY TOWER Imbiah Lookout, Sentosa, 1800-736-8672, S(099707), www.skytower.com.sg.

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Andy Warhol, Electric Chair, 1971 © 2013 The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Inc. / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York

Gallery By Sky One Art Sky One Art Investment Pte Ltd, established in 2001, presents to you their newly open gallery. Dedicated in representing the works of acclaimed talented Singaporean Artist, Mr. Tan Oe Pang (Chen You Bing).

Bread Talk IHQ, 30 Tai Seng Street, #09-02 Singapore 534013 Tel: +65 8655 0006 http://skyoneartgallery.com Mon–Fri: 10am-6pm Sat, Sun & PH: By Appointment Only

Galerie Belvedere Galerie Belvedere, established in 1996, is a leading Singapore art gallery and consultancy with an international dimension dealing in contemporary paintings and sculptures from Europe and Asia. Artists include Wong Keen Kurt Metzler, Dick Lee and Andre Tan. 140 Hill Street Old Hill Street Police Station, #01-10/11/12 Tel: +65 6423 1233 www.galerie-belvedere.com Mon–Fri: 11 am-7pm; Sat: 12 pm-5pm Sun & PH: By Appointment Only

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Collectors Contemporary Collectors Contemporary specialises in the exhibition and sale of important works of modern and contemporary art. Artists featured include Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein, Banksy, Russell Young, Chris Levine and Gottfried Helnwein. www.collectors.com.sg 5 Jalan Kilang Barat, #01-03 Petro Centre Singapore 159349 Tel: +65 68780103 Tue–Sat: 11am to 7pm

Icon Gallery Icon Gallery showcases music & icon inspired art and sporting memorabilia. It presents original artwork, rare prints, photographs and album cover fine art, as well as originally signed sporting memorabilia.

476 River Valley Road , Tel: 6735 4550 Tue–Sat: 10:30-6:30pm, Sun 11:00-5:00pm, Closed Mon

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In the Frame Famed photographer Annie Leibovitz showcases close to 200 works that narrate her personal life and career at the solo exhibition Annie Leibovitz: A Photographer’s Life 1990-2005. Keep an eye out for famous snaps like Leonardo DiCaprio’s Tejon Ranch portrait (pictured), as well as her conceptual works for publications like Vogue.

Through Oct 19. ArtScience Museum, Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Ave., 6688-8868, S(018956), www.marinabaysands.com.

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Having celebrated its 125th anniversary in 2012, the nation’s oldest museum is the custodian of 11 national treasures including the Singapore Stone, which dates back to the 13th century, and gold ornaments unearthed from Fort Canning Hill in 1928. 93 Stamford Rd., 6332-5642, S(178897), www.nationalmuseum.sg.

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Situated along the Waterloo Street Arts Belt and housed in the restored 19th-century mission school of the St. Joseph’s Institution, the museum has amassed one of the world’s largest

public collections of contemporary Southeast Asian artworks since it opened in 1996. 71 Bras Basah Rd., 6332-3222, S(189555), www. singaporeartmuseum.sg. MRT: Bras Basah.

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This museum is the first in the region to present a broad perspective of pan-Asian cultures and civilizations. Highlights include the Singapore River Gallery, which tells the story of immigrants who lived and worked along the river. 1 Empress Place, 6332-7798, S(179555), www.acm.org.sg. MRT: SINGAPORE ARt Raffles Place.

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Holy Peak Mexican artist Ricardo Mazal documents his journey to Tibet’s holiest summit at Kailash: Black Mountain, a multimedia exhibition that explores the themes of life, death, transformation and regeneration.

Through May 15. Sundaram Tagore Gallery, #01-05 Gillman Barracks, 5 Lock Rd., 6694-3378, S(108933), www.sundaramtagore. com. MRT: Labrador Park. Free.

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MiScOncePTiOn By GAO WeiGAnG Through Jun 15. One of China’s top contemporary artists showcases works that invite the audience to challenge their perspectives of the material world. Louis Vuitton Island Maison, Crystal Pavilion North, Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Ave., 6788-3888, S(018972), www.louisvuitton.com. MRT: Bayfront.

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GeneSiS Through Jul 7. Sebastião Salgado’s exhibition showcases 245 arresting black and white images of over 30 different destinations on our planet, dramatically highlighting Earth’s fragility and the relationship between us and our surroundings. National Museum of Singapore (see previous page).

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nO cOunTRy May 10-Jul 20. Part of the Guggenheim UBS MAP Global Art Initiative, this exhibition features 19 contemporary art works by 16 rising artists and collectives from South and Southeast Asia. Centre for Contemporary Art, Blk. 43 Malan Rd., 66840998, S(109443), www.facebook.com/ CentreForContemporaryArt. MRT: Labrador Park.

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Adventures in WonderlAnd Shop Wonderland’s charming space looks just like a garden with “grass”, patio chairs and cheery flower pots. The café on the first floor serves coffee and locally-made treats like jams from Carpenter & Cook and cakes from Maple & Market. Head upstairs to the vintage-looking—think Victorian hanging lamps— retail space for quirky furnishings and home décor from labels like When I Was Four.

37 Haji Lane, 6299-5848, S(189230), www.wonderland.com.sg. MRT: Bugis.

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Retro-lution Be transported to the days of yore at The Roof Top, a retrothemed, multi-label fashion and lifestyle store stocking vintageinspired accessories (from $1). #04-33/34/35/36 City Square Mall, 180 Kitchener Rd., 66367898, S(208539), www.facebook. com/RoofTopMemoirs. MRT: Farrer Park.

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Gone FishinG After a tiring day, head to Kenko Reflexology & Spa for their “fish spa therapy” treatment ($30)—where fish gently nibble at your dead skin cells for natural foot exfoliation. They also provide traditional massages ranging from foot reflexology ($59/40 minutes) to a decadent spa day ($200) complete with scrubs, baths and body massages. #04-10 Orchard Central, 181 Orchard Rd., 6509-0303, S(238896), www.kenko.com.sg.

MRT: Somerset.

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Fitness Revolution New fitness studio R-evolution offers over 280 yoga, pilates and circuit-based classes a week, including the proprietary YogaBLAZE, which is a combination of dynamic yoga postures and high-intensity interval training. A one weektrial pass costs $45. #03-09 VivoCity, 1 HarbourFront Walk, 6376-9697, www.r-evolution.com.sg.

MRT: HarbourFront.

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Banyan tree spa

Designed around the concept of the Tree of Life, this intimate haven for relaxation evokes the ambience of a bamboo garden, with twisted branches on the walls and grained parquet floors. Try the signature therapy, the Royal Banyan, which features the Royal Banyan Herbal Pouch Massage, a lemongrass and cucumber scrub, as well as refreshments to round things off. 55/F Tower 1, Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Ave., 6688-8825, S(018956), www.banyantreespa.com.

MRT: Bayfront.

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This beautiful garden spa features a host of Singapore-style treatments on its menu, including the Singapore Wave, a traditional Asian massage influenced by the city’s melting pot of cultures. Reflexology and body therapies designed to promote cell generation are also available. Shangri-La Hotel, 22 Orange

LUXURIOUS SPAS Grove Rd., 6213-4818, S(258350), www.shangri-la.com/singapore.

MRT: Orchard.

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A-mAze-ing Visit plush, modern restaurant Labyrinth for fascinating feats of molecular gastronomy and intriguing creations by chef-owner Han Li Guang. There’s no a la carte menu, so the only option is a five-course meal ($78), which turns out to be a real steal given Han’s creativity and ambitiousness.

Look forward to items like ramen-flavored risotto or chilli crab ice cream with crab mousse and mantou crumbs.

5 Neil Rd., 6223-4098, S(088806), www.labyrinth.com.sg. MRT: Chinatown.

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Meat aND GReet Dig into some prime cuts at these steak specialists.

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LAWRY’S THE PRIME RIB #04-01/31 Mandarin Gallery, 333A Orchard Rd., 6836-3333, S(238897), www.lawrys.com.sg. MRT: Somerset.

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MORTON’S THE STEAKHOUSE 4/F Mandarin Oriental, 5 Raffles Ave., 6339-3740, S(039797), www.mortons.com. MRT: Promenade.

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RUTH’S CHRIS 4/F Marina Mandarin Singapore, 6 Raffles Blvd., 6336-9093, S(039594), www.meritushotels.com.

MRT: Esplanade.

First Dibs Helmed by rising local chef Leong Khai Git, unpretentious new restaurant Dibs serves up bold off-cuts and genre-defying dishes like deconstructed chicken rice ($25) and blistered Brussels sprouts ($10).

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51 Duxton Rd., 6223-3784, (S)089515, www.dibs.sg. MRT: Tanjong Pagar.

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Tourist Special: 10% off Total Bill #04-01/31 Mandarin Gallery, 333A Orchard Road. 6836 3333. reservations@lawrys.com.sg Open Sun-Thu 11.30am-10.00pm Fri & Sat 11.30am - 10.30pm www.lawrys.com.sg

Life Is Beautiful This New Orleans-style restaurant and bar serves up Southern comfort food like seafood gumbo, buttermilk fried chicken and pulled pork with duck fat chips alongside more adventurous offerings like crocodile and fennel boudin. Behind the bar is Southern belle Tyler Hudgens, mixing up stiff drinks and even Prohibition-style mocktails, while local DJ Ramesh brings on the rump-shaking tunes.

99 Duxton Rd., 6423-0939, S(089543), www.lifeisbeautiful.sg. Open Tue 6pm-midnight; Wed-Sat 6pm-3am.

Shahi Maharani Namaste! We invite you to sample the royal cuisine enjoyed by the Moghul Emperors of a bygone era. Whether you are trying curries, biryanis or offerings from the Royal Tandoor Oven, our cooks bring you an exciting blend of exotic spices, passed down through generations from the royal chefs. Come and enjoy an exciting gastronomic experience you will never forget. #03-21B Raffles City Shopping Centre (3/F Fairmont Singapore), 252 North Bridge Rd., 6235-8840, S(179103), www.shahimaharani.com.

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ExpEct thE UnExpEctEd Located in the hip, up-and-coming Duxton Road is pop-up cocktail bar Mars Bar. Thanks to a team of ingenious and passionate bartenders, the menu boasts drinks that cleverly interpret local flavors.

Their best-known drink, the Chilli Crab Cocktail ($22), uses real chilli crab paste. Other equally inventive drinks include Milo from Mars ($20), their boozy take on the much-loved childhood chocolate drink.

Duxton Hotel, 83 Duxton Rd., 9651-6741, S(089540), www.mixesfrommars.sg. MRT: Tanjong Pagar.

SPOTLIGHT

Mix Master Sip on cocktails amid lush greenery at One-Ninety Bar, the first Asian outpost of world-famous dry martini specialist Javier de las Muelas.

Try the Bamboo martini ($22) to pair with Wagyu mini sliders ($28).

Four Seasons Hotel, 190 Orchard Blvd., 6831-7250, S(248646), www.fourseasons.com/singapore.

MRT: Orchard.

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CRAFT BEER BARS

BREWERKZ

From reliable standards like golden ale and oatmeal stout to experimental seasonals and limited edition beers, they’ve got it all. They also have great food and attractive happy hours. #01-05/06 Riverside Point, 30 Merchant Rd., 6438-7438, S(058282); and other locations around town, www. brewerkz.com. MRT: Clarke Quay.

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JiBiRU JapanEsE cRaft BEER BaR

This appealing spot has broadened Singapore’s taste for Japanese beer and stocks famous labels such as Asahi and Kirin and less wellknown ones like Yona Yona and Hitachino. #01-26, 313@somerset, 313 Orchard Rd., 6732-6884, S(238895), www.jibiru.com.

MRT: Somerset

LeveL33

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lEvEl33

Billed as the world’s highest urban craft brewery, this restaurant-bar offers stunning views of Marina Bay, beers which stay true to european brewing traditions and top-class food. You will find both proper sit-down table settings and classic barstools around the main defining features of this establishment, a row of towering brewing tanks, as well as two brewing kettles. #3301 Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 1, 8 Marina Blvd., 6834-3133, S(018981), www.level33.com.sg. MRT: Raffles Place.

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buyer's guide: the east ERA (www.era.com.sg) real estate agents tell us what’s coming up in the east of singapore.

The SanTorini

Property 101

Tampines Ave. 10, www.thesantorini.com.

MRT: Tampines.

“this condominium features a contemporary façade and landscaping inspired by the greek island of santorini. it’s located close to shopping malls and retailers (including ikea), established industrial/commercial/ office sites and various tertiary institutions; and there’s an upcoming downtown Line Mrt station that makes it even more accessible.”

Kelly Yu, 8666-7222, k86667222@gmail.com.

riverbank @ Fernvale

by Dennis Chan, head of sales at KOP Properties (www. kop-properties.com) Non-Singapore citizens are allowed to purchase condominium apartments, commercial and industrial properties.

15% Additional Buyer’s Stamp Duty applies for residential properties.

Fernvale Link, www.riverbankfernvale.org.

MRT: Tampines.

“another east-side condominium, this one boasts a great location with panoramic views of sungei Punggol river, and it’s near nature sites like sengkang riverside Park and sengkang Wetlands. it’s minutes away from two neighborhood shopping malls, the upcoming seletar Mall and the famed Jalan Kayu eateries, and offers rental potential from the business hubs nearby.”

Bjorn Chua, 9047-5274, bjornchua@era.com.sg.

The GladeS Bedok Rise, www. the-glades.net.

MRT: Tanah Merah.

“tanah Merah Mrt is right at the doorstep of the glades, so it’s only two Mrt stops away from Changi airport. there’s an abundance of amenities nearby, including six neighborhood malls, singapore expo, Changi business Park and renowned schools such as the upcoming singapore university of technology and design.”

Contact a property agency, real estate salesperson or property developer to get started.

When making your purchase, you will have to put up a deposit (usually 1% to 5%) to receive the Option to Purchase or Sales & Purchase Agreement. Then, engage qualified a law firm in Singapore to transfer ownership to the buyer.

The above process takes approximately 8 to 12 weeks.

Dave Liew, 9105-7777, daveliew7777@gmail.com.

Online resources: www.iProperty.com.sg | www.PropertyGuru.com.sg | www.STProperty.sg

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UsefUl InformatIon DRINKING WATER—Water in

singapore is clean and safe enough to drink from the tap.

ELECTRICITY—the voltage here

is 220‑240 aC, 50 Hertz.

LOST PASSPORT/SINGAPORE IMMIGRATION SERVICES—If

you’ve lost your passport, make a police report; then head to Immigration & Checkpoints authority (10 Kallang rd., 6391‑6100) to get a temporary visa. finally, inform your embassy so you can get through customs when you reach home.

LOST/STOLEN PROPERTY— Call

the tanglin Police Divisional Headquarters (21 Kampong Java rd., 6391‑0000) to report your loss. replace your plastic by calling your credit card company: see numbers to note below.

navIgatIng tHe CIty getting around in singapore is a breeze.

If you plan to travel via public transport a lot, buy a $12 eZ‑link card with an encoded $7 value (available from all mrt train stations), which allows cashless payment on all public buses and trains.

BUSES—Buses travel to almost every

part of the island and fares start from 73 cents. for information on bus routes and related enquiries, call the transitlink Hotline at 1800‑225‑5663 or log on to www. sbstransit.com.sg.

MASS RAPID TRANSIT (MRT)—

singapore’s world‑class train system. trains are punctual,

air‑conditioned and comfortable, and run from about 6am to midnight. single trip tickets (from 73¢ with eZ‑link card to $1.10 cash fare) can be purchased from vending machines at all mrt stations. for information on mrt routes and related enquiries call smrt at 1800‑336‑8900 or log on to www. smrt.com.sg.

TAXIS—there are five major taxi

companies in the city: Comfort and CityCab, 6552‑1111; Premier taxis, 6363‑6888; smrt taxis, 6555‑8888; and transCab, 6555‑3333. fares start from $3.

Charges are higher for advance bookings. alternatively, call 6‑Dial‑Cab, 6342‑5222. your call will be routed to the first company with an available taxi. or simply text “Book<space>six‑digit postal code” to 71222 (Comfort) or “Book<space>six‑digit postal code<space>#pickup point“ to 75588 (smrt taxis).

gettIng to & from tHe aIrPort BUS—sBs Bus 36 plies between

Changi airport and orchard road.

Buses depart every 10 minutes and cost $1.79 (one‑way).

TAXI—taxis will take you to the city in

about 30 minutes and cost between $20‑26. a $3 airport surcharge applies at all times.

MRT—the journey takes about half

an hour and a single trip costs $2. the first train departs City Hall mon‑sat at 6:01am; sun and public holidays at 6:29am.

Shop Tax Free As a visitor to Singapore, you can get a refund of the seven percent Goods & Services Tax (GST) you pay on purchases that you are taking home.

There are two service providers in Singapore processing GST refunds, Premier Tax Free and Global Blue. Shop where you see the signs pictured below and pay using your credit card that will be your Electronic Tourist Refund Scheme (eTRS) token or cash upon which you’ll be given an eTRS ticket. Tickets can be issued for purchases of S$100 and above.

When leaving Singapore, simply head to the eTRS self-help kiosk and retrieve your refunds using your eTRS tickets.

TAX FREE

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1 Catching the dragon boat action at DBS Marina Regatta . p. 9 2 Having a good laugh at An Evening with John Cleese . p. 8 3 Being dazzled by the energy of the Tap Dogs musical. p. 9

Trying out a novel spa experiment at Kenko Reflexology & Spa . p. 39 4

Catching the heartwarming stage play The Rise and Fall of Little Voice . p. 8 5

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7 Experiencing the glitz and glamor of the Audi Fashion Festival. p. 8

Catching a classic play outdoors at Shakespeare in the Park: The Merchant of Venice . p. 8 8

9 Digging into a meal at hip burger hawker De Burg. p. 12 10 Sipping on creative cocktails at Mars Bar. p. 42

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13 Sampling molecular creations at Labyrinth . p. 40

20 Indulging in Japanese-Szechuan food at Shisen Hanten . p. 29

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my per fec t day

Co-founder of club collective and lifestyle agency Massive Collective (www.massiveint.com), which owns clubs like Mink (see page 3).

What makes the entertainment/attractions scene in Singapore so unique?

The nightlife scene is vibrant and constantly changing. There’s something for everyone; mega clubs for the young dance music fan, intimate cocktail bars for a bespoke experience, underground clubs for something off the beaten track, as well rooftop bars with a view of Singapore for visiting friends.

What is your fondest memory of growing up or living in Singapore?

I first moved to Singapore from Melbourne when I was 8. It was an interesting experience because in Melbourne, everything is laid back and slower-paced. It took some time getting used to the different food options; it was something I wasn’t quite used to!

9aM Snooze.

I’ll still be sleeping from last night’s antics at the clubs!

12pM

mARINA bAy SANdS

Which is your favorite landmark in Singapore, and why?

Marina Bay Sands (10 Bayfront Ave., 6688-8868, www. marinabaysands.com. MRT: Bayfront)—it’s amazing how quickly the building came up.

It’s always a great spot to take visiting friends and tourists.

Grab lunch at a hawker center.

I generally prefer to go casual for lunch, and Singapore has some of the best local food in the region.

The chicken rice at Tian Tian (Maxwell Food Centre, 9691-4852, www.tiantianchickenrice.com.

MRT: Tanjong Pagar) is excellent.

3pM Enjoy an afternoon cuppa.

I like the coffee at Tiong Bahru Bakery (#01-07 56 Eng Hoon St., 6220-3430, www. tiongbahrubakery.com. MRT: Tiong Bahru). I’ve also recently been furniture shopping, so I’ve been checking out stores such as Space (77 Bencoolen St., 64150000, www.spacefurniture.com. sg. MRT: Bras Basah), which has an excellent range of imported designer furniture.

6pM TIONG bAHRu bAkERy

Head for dinner.

I often drop by Bacchanalia (23A Coleman St., 6509-1453, www.bacchanalia.asia. MRT: City Hall), which is owned by some friends of mine. The place offers a modern contemporary menu, along with great cocktails.

9pM HOllANd VIllAGE

Where do you like to eat out?

I like exploring new restaurants and hidden food secrets. I’m sometimes game to travel a bit for food but for convenient food options I tend to eat around Holland Village (MRT: Holland Village), which is near home.

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Paint the town red.

I like to go for after-dinner drinks before heading to one of my clubs.

The Library (47 Keong Saik Rd., 6221-8338. MRT: Outram Park) is one of my favorite spots. You can also often find me at PVT (#01-01/03 Pacific Plaza, 9 Scotts Rd., 6734-0205, www.facebook. com/PVTsg. MRT: Orchard). After that, it’s on to Fenix Room (Blk 3C The Cannery, River Valley Rd., 6305-6753, www.facebook.com/ FenixRoomSG. MRT: Clarke Quay) to party the night away.

Where to find

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Ambassador Transit Lounge T2 & T3 American Embassy Singapore Australian High Commission British High Commission Comfort Del Gro Mercedes Taxis CS Mobility JetQuay Marina Bay Cruise Centre Singapore ONE°15 Marina Club Premier Taxis Silvercabs Raffles City Convention Centre Singapore Tourism Board The American Club The British Club TicketCube ATTRACTIONS ArtScience Museum @ Marina Bay Sands Asian Civilisations Museum Chinatown Visitor Centre Esplanade Flight Experience Gardens by the Bay (Malay Centre ticketing, information counter) iFly Megazip Mount Faber Ticketing Counter National Museum of Singapore Red Dot Design Museum Peranakan Museum Singapore Art Museum Singapore Botanic Gardens Singapore Flyer Information Counter Singapore Repertory Theatre The Arts House @ Old Parliament Lane The Substation Wave House Sentosa BARS & RESTAURANTS Bazin Brewerkz Boomerang Bistro & Bar Cafe Ritazza @ Airport T1 Carnivore @ CHIJMES Carnivore @ MBS Catalunya Charlie’s Tapas Grill & Bar Dean & Deluca eM By The River Enoteca L’Operetta Foodology

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Hilton International Holiday Inn Atrium Singapore Holiday Inn Orchard City Centre Hotel 1929 Hotel Fort Canning Hotel Michael Hotel Re! @ Pearl’s Hill Hotel Rendezvous Hotel Royal at Queens InterContinental Singapore Kam Leng Hotel Klapsons The Boutique Hotel Link Hotel Singapore M Hotel Mandarin Oriental Marina Bay Sands Marina Mandarin Moon Hotel New Majestic Hotel Nostalgia Hotel Novotel ClarkeQuay Orchard Hotel Orchard Parade Hotel Pan Pacific Marina Pan Pacific Orchard Park Avenue Rochester Park Hotel Clarke Quay Park Regis Singapore PARKROYAL on Beach Road PARKROYAL on Kitchener Road PARKROYAL on Pickering Quincy Hotel Raffles Hotel Singapore Royal Plaza on Scotts Shangri-La Singapore Shangri-La’s Rasa Sentosa Sheraton Towers Siloso Beach Resort Singapore Marriott Studio M Hotel Swissôtel Merchant Court Swissôtel The Stamford The Club The Daulat Hotel The Duxton The Fullerton Bay Hotel The Fullerton Hotel Singapore The Mövenpick Heritage Hotel Sentosa The Regent Singapore The Ritz Carlton, Millenia Singapore The Scarlet The Seacare hotel The Sentosa Resort & Spa

The St. Regis The Sultan The Westin Singapore Traders Hotel V Hotel Lavender Village Hotel Albert Court Village Hotel Katong Wanderlust Wangz Hotel York Hotel MALL CONCIERGE COUNTERS Central Centrepoint City Square Mall Forum The Shopping Mall ION Orchard Millenia Walk Somerset @ 313 Suntec @ SICC Tanglin Mall SERVICED APARTMENTS Ascott Raffles Place Singapore Central Square Village Residences Citadines Singapore Mount Sophia Far East Plaza Residences Fraser Place Fraser Place @ Fusionopolis Fraser Residence Orchard Fraser Suites Lanson Place Winsland Le Grove Serviced Apartments Orchard Parksuites Residences Orchard Scotts Residences Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Park Avenue Suites PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Singapore Regency House Residences Riverside Village Residences Shangri-La Apartments Somerset Liang Court Serviced Apartments St. Regis Residences Treetops Executive Residences SPA & RETAIL CELUVA Dejewel Galleria Estheva Spa Icon Gallery Marina Bay Sands Hotel Gift Shop @ Tower 2 Lobby

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