PeraMakan
If Singapore is short of any one cuisine, it ain’t Peranakan. Whether it be the famous Joo Chiat and Katong stretches, downtown Orchard or the heartlands, there is sure to be a local Peranakan joint there. And now, little heard of PeraMakan Place at the Keppel Club near VivoCity. A pleasant restaurant that actually lives […]
Le Parisien Bistro
If you happen to be strolling down the increasingly bustling Haji Lane with your shopping bags in hand, you wouldn’t think twice about popping into this two-month-old casual eatery for say, a slice of cheesecake or a long black. The name hints at a relaxed dining tavern with moderately-priced and straightforward grub, which is why […]
Roadhouse
The latest offering from The Privé Group comes in the form of a modern American diner, which opened less than a month ago, right across from sister venue Café Hacienda in Dempsey. If you’re in the mood for grub like burgers (from $21) and mains (from $20), this should do the trick. You manly folk […]
Lippolis
Artease
Interview: Ferry Corsten
Ahead of his gig at Zouk, the Dutch trance maestro chats to Zul Andra about his year.
60 Seconds with John Clang
The acclaimed New York-based visual artist will present and discuss his portfolio of works, which centers on the inanity of modern life at the inaugural Pow Wow Session at A Curious Teepee. Here, he offers Terry Ong (who’ll also be moderating the session) a glimpse into his world.
Mr KIA Jun 17
I have way too many toys at home. But no, I’m not a kid—I collect exquisitely-crafted toys and anything that is collectible, really. I’ve got to keep them in a nice place but I’m really running out of space at home. What do you suggest?—Concerned Collector
Creature Discomfort
If you read the dailies, we’re under siege from all kinds of critters. Stray cat numbers may have declined by more than half since 1998, but the war between those who want them put down and those who want to pick them up still rages; with sterilization proffered as a humane alternative to culling.
Save Japan; Scandinavian Labels
As sales are taking place all over town to get rid of the Spring/Summer collections, stocks for the upcoming Autumn/Winter collections are slowly trickling in. Some of the coolest sample pieces I’ve managed to get my hands on are those from the Japs.