Osaka Marriott Miyako Hotel

Marriott’s Osaka property is sleek and modern, with 360 plush rooms, including 33 premium rooms and six suites. It occupies the 38th to 57th floors of the Abeno Harukas cultural complex (one of Osaka’s most famed landmarks), and is situated in front of the Osaka Abenobashi Station. Plus, it’s located a mere 30 minutes away from […]

Shop Wonderland

The buzz: Events and floral specialist Wonderland for Detailed Planners (WFDP) has opened a multi-concept café and lifestyle store, which also offers home décor services and craft workshops. The vibe: The eclectically-stocked three-story emporium stays true to its name with a quirky, olde-worlde garden setting. There are flowers and greenery everywhere, complete with pretty intoxicating […]

Boomarang Bistro & Bar (Circular Rd)

The laidback Australian bar from Robertson Quay has a new outpost on Circular Road, which opened its doors just a few months back. A favorite with Aussie expats, the bar is also popular with sports nuts, thanks to its multiple flat-screen TVs. Tuck into the hearty steak sandwich ($25) or kangaroo burger (also $25), and […]

Vida Vino

The buzz: Keong Saik Road isn’t quite as happening as it used to be in its heady, early Jason Atherton days, but that ain’t stopping places like this classy wine bar from setting up shop here. The décor: It’s one of the sexiest spots along the strip, all tastefully done up in teal and mahogany, […]