Designed Fitness

The buzz: This new boutique gym offering functional, private workouts recently opened at a nondescript location in Smith Street. It’s led by principal (and only) trainer Erik Gunawan. The vibe: If you’re all about focus, you’ll be stoked to find the peace and tranquility of the space conducive to a no-nonsense full-hour session. Gunawan’s demeanor […]

Designed Fitness Boutique Gym: A personal touch

There are few places for a gym that are as obscure as Designed Fitness. It’s possibly one of the most secret locations in Chinatown, tucked away on the second floor of a shop-house on Smith Street, with just a poster plastered to the door, then when you walk up the staircase, you could easily miss […]

Free Will Astrology, Week of November 8, 2013

ARIES (Mar 21-Apr 19): I’m not a big fan of fear. It gets far more attention than it deserves. The media and entertainment industries practically worship it, and many of us allow ourselves to be riddled with toxic amounts of the stuff. Having said that though, I do want to put in a good word […]

Pind Balluchi Bar & Grill (Bar)

At the first Singapore outlet of this popular restaurant chain from India, dig into Punjabi classics such as galouti kebab ($28), minced lamb patties, bhatti chicken ($24), chicken marinated in yogurt and rose petals, and tandoori broccoli ($16). The bar is open until 3am and they feature upbeat DJ sets to boot.  Book a table […]