Top 10 Things to Do in May
From the array of lights on a raised LED DJ stage, to the colors of a mad Chinaman and even a “Black tour” from a rock chick, May gives us a certain shade of everything.
Interview: Jade Jezebel Jagger
Ahead of her maiden party on our shores, Jade Jezebel Jagger (yes, Mick Jagger’s daughter) tells I-S a little about herself and what to expect from this night of mayhem.
Fine, Fine Wine: Organic Wines, Old Methods in New Bottles
Up until fairly recently, the only wines labeled “organic” were bad wines. This is not to say that there weren’t excellent organic wines out there—but they weren’t labeled as such, because to the average consumer, “organic” meant hippie health food that you consumed for the sake of ideology, not taste. So even if you were […]
Javier’s Rotisserie & Salad Bar
With all the food-related pleasures on Orchard Road, Cineleisure sits firmly in quick-bite territory. So the slightly exotic name “Javier” comes as a surprise. Wading through crowds of teeny-boppers and jail-bait, we found Javier’s waiting in the basement, an unassuming minimalist orange and white color scheme more suited to a froyo joint. Then we spotted […]
Don Quijote
The more accessible cousin of their original Lorang Kilat outlet at Upper Bukit Timah (which has since closed), we cityslickers were thrilled when the folks from Don Quijote decided to bring their tasty tapas dishes closer to us. Try the meatballs with apple sauce and pine nuts, as well as the Rabo de Toro (a […]
Spa for Jetsetters; Go Karting; Space Opens New Outlet
We all know the crazy toll travel can take on your skin and overall wellbeing. That’s why we recommend the Ladies’ Jetsetter Ritual ($248 for 135 minutes) at St Gregory Spa. You’ll be treated to a bout of dry scrubbing (uncomfortable at first but the radiant full-body glow after is well worth it), before their signature Instant Radiance Expert Facial and Wellbeing Massage. They’ll even serve a light, health-conscious snack for you at the poolside café when you’re done.
Cakes at Aroma; Hotdogs at 40 Hands; Sumptuous Spanish Spread
If you’re looking to score a little sumthin’ sumthin’, head down to Aroma. They offer a range of delectable cakes including bebe poire caramel crumble, smooth caramel mousse with caramelized baby pears topped with crumble, macaron framboise et litchi and durian gateau, a durian mousse cake crowned with durian puffs.
Free Will Astrology, Week of April 29, 2011
ARIES (March 21-April 19): To convey my vision of how best to proceed in the coming week, I’ll offer the following metaphorical scenario: Imagine that you are not a professional chef, but you do have a modicum of cooking skills. Your task is to create a hearty, tasty soup from scratch without the benefit of a recipe.
Mr Know-It-All Apr 29
I’ve always been an angry person. When the office copy machine encountered problems last week, I punched it so hard that shrapnel from its shattered window injured seven colleagues. I’ve since been fired. I need to control my anger. Help.
Taxi!
London might have its rain, Johannesburg its crime rates, Vancouver its no fun reputation, but seriously, is there any city in the world with a bigger turn off than Singapore’s taxis? Is there anything that can make human blood boil with such rapidity, can crush hopes and dreams with such bleak and infinite finality as trying and failing to find a cab here at rush hour?