Top 10 Things to Do in Singapore this June
From indie and heartwarming charity concerts to exhibitions of the magical kind, these are fun things to do in and out of the scorching heat this June in Singapore.
Interview: Tenor Melvin Tan for Opera in the Park 2012
Gearing up to perform at the Singapore Lyric Opera’s annual outdoor show, tenor Melvin Tan talks to Chin Hui Wen about interpreting songs, secret musical pleasures and using his voice to score.
Singapore Sparks Interview: Donna Tang of TinyFry’s
Donna Tang is the founder of TinyFry’s, a line of kitschy gadget stores stocking hard-to-get stuff like the Apple TV and Clarisonic products.
Things to Buy for the Perfect Picnic
So you’ve got the grub covered, here are the other things you’ll need for a truly lovely al fresco dining experience.
Seki
It’s possible to have a good experience at the Rendezvous Gallery’s Japanese spot, you just need to know what you’re in for. Don’t expect a fine dining temple or a sophisticated space. (A dead giveaway: the place is right next to Tex Mex fast food joint Baja Fresh.) Seki’s an affordable outlet that’s just right […]
Kitchenette
Kitchenette offers classics like steak frites ($20) and confit de canard ($19) at very affordable prices, as well as breakfast items including their signature breakfast set that’s a steal at just $15 for two eggs, beef Stilton, bacon, beans, sausage, mushrooms, tomatoes, potatoes and a choice of fresh orange juice or coffee. They’re also a […]
A Royal Disappointment
Diamonds are forever, they say, though in the week of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee you’d be forgiven for thinking it’s prim, white haired old ladies who’ll survive until the end of time.In the lead-up to the big event, our crack(pot) roving royal reporter, Mr Rich Chap, has been taking the monarchy’s pulse around Singapore; finding […]
Mr KIA Jun 1
Dear Mr KIA,It’s my first wedding anniversary this year and to show my appreciation for my other half, I’ve painted a small portrait of the two of us. I’m quite pleased with my handiwork. Now, all that’s left is to find a frame to match. Could you recommend a custom frame maker?—Fussy FramerDear Fussy Framer,I’d […]
Interview: Markus Pabst for Soap! The Show
Chin Hui Wen talks to Markus Pabst, one of the directors of this off-beat performance, which blends music, circus acrobatics and comedy in a tale of bathtubs and eccentric characters.
Interview: Cesar Millan, the Dog Whisperer
This famed dog behavior specialist—who has worked with celebs like Oprah Winfrey, Scarlett Johansson and Will Smith—is in town for his show Cesar Millan Live: Unleash Your Packpower. He tells Chin Hui Wen why he was destined for this career, his best tips and how important it is to challenge your pet.