Spice Up Your Life!
Comprising 17,508 islands, Indonesia covers a total mass area of almost two million square kilometres. The world’s third largest producer of coffee (after Brazil and Colombia), and the second-largest producer of palm oil (after Malaysia), Indonesia has been attracting travelers from around the globe touting their wares and hawking their spices and gold for centuries.So it’s […]
Elegance After Dark
Jakarta’s nightlife scene is often underrated. When you think of Southeast Asia’s buzzing nightlife capitals, cities like Bangkok, Singapore and even Ho Chi Minh City spring to mind. But you might be pleasantly surprised, there are several spots in Jakarta that are right up with the best in the region.Sky bars are a great way […]
30 Things We Love about Jakarta
1. The many little food stalls and pushcarts dotting the city, offering some of the best street food around.2. Awesome malls featuring some of the best known international brands and fashion labels.3. Striking historical monuments like Monas and the Dirgantara Monument (or Pancoran), which has been dubbed the 7-Up Man because of its pedestal.4. Eclectic […]
Jakarta Ultimate
ShoppingAlthough Jakarta’s malls offer endless hours of excellent retail therapy, being indoors can be tiring after a while. So why not venture out to one of the city’s many street-side shops, stalls and markets. Situated in the commercial heart of Menteng, Jalan Surabaya is a breath of fresh air with narrow streets full of knickknacks, […]
The Big Five-0: 50 things to eat in Singapore before you die
We pick 50 things you need to try—no ifs, ands or buts.
Bag It
Inspired by the classic paper shopping bag, Loewe’s Papelle Bag is de rigeur for those looking for luxury pieces with an acute sense of irony. After making a splash during Spring/Summer, this classic bag—with a suede interior and napa exterior—is bespoke packaging at its finest. Available from $1,890 at Loewe, #01-09 Ngee Ann City, 391A […]
Spirited Away
In keeping with the label’s tagline of ”purity, simplicity and ease,” the Esprit Fall/Winter collection exudes a relaxed, effortless style that is sure to be a staple in the wardrobe for a long, long time. Look out for a combination of plaid shirts, leather jackets and trench coats, topped with a collection of thick wool […]
Flower Power
Crabtree & Evelyn recently launched Iris, a luxurious range of home and body care products inspired by the flower that’s been prized for centuries by Italian royalty and nobility. The scent of the iris bloom is combined with English flower extracts such as peony and elderflower to create a new exclusive range. Available at #B2-16A, […]
Beer Market
The buzz: Beer Market is inspired by a similar concept bar in Barcelona called La Bolsa, which literally means “stock exchange bar.” The bar stays true its motto “Buy Low, Drink High” throughout. The more a particular alcoholic beverage is purchased, the higher its value gets. The décor: A typical New York broker’s bar, with […]