Mr KIA Jul 15

Dear Mr. KIA,
I’ve just started a health food kick and am having a hard time locating stores that stock organic produce. Do you have any suggestions? – Health Nut

Dear Health Nut,

Topics: 
city living
Author: 
Mr. Know-It-All
Issue Date: 
2011 Jul 15 - 00:00
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Dear Mr. KIA,
I’m getting married at the end of the year and have fallen in love with a gorgeous backless dress that I’m set on wearing for my big day. Thing is, I have a souvenir from my misguided youth on my shoulder blade. Is there a tattoo removal clinic you can recommend? – Marked Woman in White

Mr KIA Jul 8

Dear Mr. KIA,
Hitting the gym week after week is beginning to feel like such a chore. My personal trainer is a sadistic tosser and walking the treadmill is no longer amusing. My gym buddies and I are itching to get back onto the football pitch, but the weather is so unpredictable these days—sunny one moment and pouring buckets the next! Any place you know that can beat the weather?—Gymed Out Jim
Dear GOJ,

Topics: 
city living
Author: 
Mr. Know-It-All
Issue Date: 
2011 Jul 8 - 00:00
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Dear Mr. KIA,
Hitting the gym week after week is beginning to feel like such a chore. My personal trainer is a sadistic tosser and walking the treadmill is no longer amusing. My gym buddies and I are itching to get back onto the football pitch, but the weather is so unpredictable these days—sunny one moment and pouring buckets the next! Any place you know that can beat the weather?—Gymed Out Jim

Mr KIA Jul 1

Dear Mr KIA,
I think I’m approaching a mid-life crisis … right now my life revolves around the office, business meetings and even after work I have to sit through mind-numbing conversations about stock prices. I want to feel young again, and since I’m into R&B and hip hop, I’ve been inspired to pick up DJ-ing and mix my own tunes. Don’t really know where to start though. Could you recommend places I can learn the craft at?—Wannabe DJ

Dear Wannabe,

Topics: 
city living
Author: 
Mr. Know-It-All
Issue Date: 
2011 Jul 1 - 00:00
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Dear Mr KIA,
Right now my life revolves around the office, business meetings and even after work I have to sit through mind-numbing conversations about stock prices. I want to feel young again, and since I’m into R&B and hip hop, I’ve been inspired to pick up DJ-ing and mix my own tunes. Could you recommend places I can learn the craft at?

Mr KIA Jun 24

Dear Mr. Know-It-All,
I’ve tried using extra concealer under my eyes to make my eye bags seem less obvious but only ended up looking like someone going for a Halloween party. Where can I go to for some makeup advice? – Makeup Mess
Dear MM,

Topics: 
city living
Author: 
Mr. Know-It-All
Issue Date: 
2011 Jun 24 - 00:00
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Dear Mr. Know-It-All,
I’ve tried using extra concealer under my eyes to make my eye bags seem less obvious but only ended up looking like someone going for a Halloween party. Where can I go to for some makeup advice?

Mr KIA Jun 17

Dear Mr. KIA,
I have way too many toys at home. But no, I’m not a kid—I collect exquisitely-crafted toys and anything that is collectible, really. I’ve got to keep them in a nice place but I’m really running out of space at home. A storage warehouse won’t do. I’m afraid rough handling might damage these precious goods. What do you suggest?—Concerned Collector

Dear CC,

Topics: 
city living
Author: 
Mr. Know-It-All
Issue Date: 
2011 Jun 17 - 00:00
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I have way too many toys at home. But no, I’m not a kid—I collect exquisitely-crafted toys and anything that is collectible, really. I’ve got to keep them in a nice place but I’m really running out of space at home. What do you suggest?—Concerned Collector

Mr KIA Jun 10

Dear MR KIA,
My girlfriends and I are thinking of a girls’ night out party that doesn’t involve tacky karaoke bars or boring restaurants. We’d like somewhere where we can get pampered from head to toe. Do you know of any places?—Party Princess

Dear PP,

Topics: 
city living
Author: 
Mr. Know-It-All
Issue Date: 
2011 Jun 10 - 00:00
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My girlfriends and I are thinking of a girls’ night out party that doesn’t involve tacky karaoke bars or boring restaurants. We’d like somewhere where we can get pampered from head to toe. Do you know of any places?

Mr KIA May 27

Dear MR KIA,
Lately my husband of seven years has been pretty withdrawn and bummed out. When I ask him what’s wrong, he just says, “I don’t know,” or, “No particular reason.” I have a hunch that he might be playing away from here. Any good private investigation agencies to recommend? I would prefer a hot young dude instead of a lame old ex-police officer with a tacky comb-over and gut.— Magnumless PI

Dear Magnumless PI,

Topics: 
city living
Author: 
Mr. Know-It-All
Issue Date: 
2011 May 27 - 00:00
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Lately my husband of seven years has been pretty withdrawn and bummed out. When I ask him what’s wrong, he just says, “I don’t know,” or, “No particular reason.” I have a hunch that he might be playing away from here. Any good private investigation agencies to recommend? I would prefer a hot young dude instead of a lame old ex-police officer with a tacky comb-over and gut.

Mr KIA May 20

Dear Mr. Know-It-All,
We’re having my boyfriend’s parents over for dinner sometime but I’m no Nigella (the only thing I’ve ever made in the kitchen is cereal, coffee and love). I’d really like to impress them. What should I do?—Wannabe Domestic Goddess

Dear WDG,

Topics: 
city living
Author: 
Mr. Know-It-All
Issue Date: 
2011 May 20 - 00:00
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We’re having my boyfriend’s parents over for dinner sometime but I’m no Nigella (the only thing I’ve ever made in the kitchen is cereal, coffee and love). I’d really like to impress them. What should I do?—Wannabe Domestic Goddess

Mr KIA May 13

Dear Mr KIA,
I saw a gorgeous pair of shoes the other day, and I really wanted to get it. but before you think I’m another Imelda Marcos, hear me out. I have really small feet—size four. And stores often don’t stock shoe sizes that small; the smallest they often have is size five. What can I do?—Sad Feet Dear

SF,

Topics: 
city living
Author: 
Mr. Know-It-All
Issue Date: 
2011 May 13 - 00:00
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I saw a gorgeous pair of shoes the other day, and I really wanted to get it. but before you think I’m another Imelda Marcos, hear me out. I have really small feet—size four. And stores often don’t stock shoe sizes that small; the smallest they often have is size five. What can I do?—Sad Feet Dear

Mr KIA May 6

Dear Mr KIA,
One of my closest pals just got jail time for DUI (Driving Under the Influence). Eighteen whole months— can you believe it? While partying’s never fun without him, I don’t feel inclined to join him in the pen but I still want to drive my Volkswagen GT I to the clubs (how else am I going to score the chicks?). Is there anyone who’ll drive my car and take me home when I’m drunk?—Cruisin’ for a Boozin’

Dear CB,

Topics: 
city living
Author: 
Mr. Know-It-All
Issue Date: 
2011 May 6 - 00:00
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You are severely deluded. This is Singapore. No matter which club you go to, someone will always trump your car. Our roads are like tarmac runways for ridiculous-sounding Lambhorginis, Porsches and Maseratis—you don’t stand a chance. But if you’re persistent...