Interview: Alvin Tan of PHUNK
In 2010, Singapore’s most famous art collective PHUNK collaborated with Japanese art legend Keiichi Tanaami for Eccentric City, which took place at both the Institute of Contemporary Art and SAM at 8Q. The group’s Alvin Tan fondly recalls the momentous project.
Interview: Ben Frost for The Perfect Drug
Named after the infamous rock song by Nine Inch Nails, Australian artist Ben Frost’s clever juxtapositions of pop imageries against found objects like French fries and pharmaceutical packages explore modern society’s obsessions with consumerism. He shares his views on the state of the world.
Interview: Jake Needham
Jake Needham is an American crime novelist living in Asia—currently Thailand, to be precise—who recently offered free ebook copies of his second Inspector Tay novel The Umbrella Man to anyone in Singapore who asked. I-S gets the man, frustrated that his book won't be published in Singapore, to talk about why he thinks this has happened; and the spooky parallels between his work and an ongoing investigation by the Singapore police.
Tier Bar
This resort bar boasts plenty of outdoor seating and a laid-back feel. The cliental is international and the menu includes refreshing cocktails as well as a 150 label-strong wine list. Run out of leave days? Pretend you’re on holiday at these hotel bars with memorable tipples and a view to match.
Ikeda Spa
For those not fond of white space and jarring modern furnishing, Ikeda Spa with its traditionally Japanese air, is a welcome respite. It has its own Japanese rock garden where you’ll kick off your round of treatments with a tea ceremony, a ganbanyoku (bed made of hot volcanic rocks from the Hakone hot springs) and […]
Sufi Turkish and Mediterranean Restaurant
Ikoi Japanese Restaurant
It isn’t easy getting a reservation for this a la carte buffet. And for good reason: it’s a great deal. $38 gets you thick slices of sashimi, yakitori, tempura, and noodle dishes.
Note di Sicilia (Republic Plaza)
At this premium gelato outlet, expect flavors such as marron glace (candied chestnut), dark chocolate (from Milan), and yogurt (from the Alps) available in cones (from $8) and cups (from $10).
Bar Twentytwo
This low-profile, speakeasy-type drinking spot is the latest in the series of the city’s “secret” bars, taking its name after its address at 22 Mosque Street. It’s got the now-standard Industrial-chic look with dark stone-tiled floors, concrete walls, unfinished brick pillars and exposed ceilings to channel the bare-bones vibe, though the funky designer chairs and […]
Ladies Night at Salt Tapas & Bar
Ladies get two free cocktails (choose from sangria or Kwai Feh (lychee liqueur) martinis) with each order of tapas.