Guitarist of Hoobastank, Dan Estrin
While they’re best known for their hit single, “The Reason,” Hoobastank certainly see themselves as much more than that—they are a band not bound by the constrictions of genre and who just love doing their thing. We spoke with guitarist Dan Estrin about their style, Singapore and Mr. T underwear.
Coriander Leaf
Coriander Leaf has been serving up delicious Asian delicacies for years, first at The Gallery Hotel, and now at Clarke Quay. The restaurant is always vibrant and busy with a mix of expats and locals and we love the open plan cooking school. The menu is simply one of the most reliable and delicious in […]
Vansh
Vansh, part of the Rang Mahal group, has made a name for itself as one of Singapore’s trendiest Indian restaurants. Forget garish pictures of women in saris; here you find comfy armchairs, soft lighting and a steel-and-glass island kitchen. The food is predominantly North Indian, with signature kebabs and breads. Along with a staple of […]
Bice Bistro
We marched off to one-month-old Bice (pronounce with an Italian Bee-Chey) and found that this bistro looks too posh to be categorized as a bistro. Bice Bistro impresses with its high ceilings, full length glass doors, huge framed mirrors and heavy wood finishings. Colored in grey and white, the restaurant resembles a luxe hotel lobby […]
Old Road, West Wind: A Solo Hung Liu Art Exhibition
Chinese artist Hung Liu’s politically skewed paintings are a feast for the eyes.
Perfume: The Story of a Murderer
Despite being born in one of the poorest parts of France in the 18th century, Jean-Baptiste (Ben Whishaw, Layer Cake) was gifted with a special ability—an extraordinary sense of smell. Not surprisingly, he dedicates himself to creating the perfect perfume, and believes that this magical fragrance comes from the essence of women. Driven by his […]
Dreamgirls
Let’s get this straight: Beyonce Knowles’s (The Pink Panther) role in Dreamgirls is to play a member of an all-girl group? That’s probably the biggest stretch for a thespian since Eminem as a white rapper in 8 Mile! Oh, relax! You know we’re only kidding.This rags-to-riches-to-backstabbing story begins with the Dreamettes—Deena (Knowles), Effie (American Idol […]
Sione’s Wedding
It’s probably to be expected if your knowledge of New Zealand film does not extend beyond The Lord of the Rings trilogy. And although Sione’s Wedding is not quite the seminal film that will change that view and put New Zealand cinema on the map, it nonetheless churns out reliable gags and laugh-worthy jokes. The […]
Al FORNO (EAST COAST)
Like an old friend, AL FORNO EAST COAST has been around a long time. It’s the kind of restaurant that never gets packed, but has a steady stream of regulars that keep it humming along. It’s where the locals go when they want a pizza they know is going to be good, where the waiters call you by […]
Club Chinois
Not much has changed at the enchanting Club Chinois, and that’s a good thing. This Shanghai chic boudoir still has silk curtains, tall-backed chairs, and those very pop-art fluorescent pictures of cheong sam-ed women gazing out at you. The menu still offers enticing and unique combinations such as the Beijing duck skin with five spiced […]