Hombre Cantina

Satisfy your craving for Mexican flavors and chill out at this laid-back gastrobar. Burritos, rice bowls, salad bowls and tacos are on offer, and all items are priced at $15. Bar snacks are also available daily from 6pm onwards. Book a table at Hombre Cantina with Chope

Interview: Danny Rogers from Laneway

The much-awaited St. Jerome's Laneway Festival in 2014 will feature prominent trailblazers in the indie music scene and we were curious to know more about what goes on backstage. Co-founder and promoter Danny Rogers took some time off his hectic schedule to entertain some of our queries.

Interview: Alan Bates of The World’s Greatest Comedy Hypnotist

With more than 30 years of experience in hypnotic therapy under his belt, Alan Bates has helped smokers quit and interestingly, blends comedy in his trade as well. He tells us more about how he carefully goes about conducting each session, including his own personal rituals.

Lower East Side Taqueria

A casual, cute restaurant offering snacky Mexican dishes and a good tequila and mezcal selection.

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 […]

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 […]

Theater Review: Atomic Jaya

In Atomic Jaya, uber-talented theater veterans Claire Wong and Karen Tan endeavor to act out the roles of all 16 characters. With the play’s satirical take on Malaysian politics and a fictitious storyline about the country’s desire to build an atomic bomb, the performance is entertaining and witty to say the least, especially when you […]

Event Review: Bloomberg Square Mile Relay

For an event that required some haggling in the office to form teams of 10 runners, we were certainly impressed by the turnout. The Bloomberg Square Mile Relay took place at the picturesque setting of The Promontory, Marina Bay and we bet the organizers were ecstatic (and relieved) with the reception. More than 170 teams […]

11.12 Gallery

Established in Vinzavod, Moscow, 11.12 Gallery, a centre for contemporary art, opened its Singapore branch in November 2012. The gallery presents contemporary art in a series of works that embody traditional Russian realism with current trends of avant-garde and post-modernism. The gallery works with talented young artists that are recognized in their field for their […]