Scouting Singapore’s fitness centers for our cover story last week was one heck of a challenge; testing different types of cardio equipment, enrolling in dance sport classes … basically exercising more in one month than I have all year (oops!). But it did help me figure out which gym was best suited to my lifestyle. The scene sure moves fast, though. If you’ve decided to go with California Fitness, they’re closing their Orchard Road outlet and moving into a new space (8/F Ngee Ann City Shopping Centre, 391A Orchard Rd.) on Jan 22.

Don’t let the red and gold bling of the season distract you, as Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. If you’re one of those PDA offenders (we’re trying our best not to judge you too harshly), a choice spot for some canoodling, coupled with heavenly fare, is Krish.

It’s always a relief to be able to get away from my desk to check out what’s happening across town. After all, my grandfather used to say, “If you stare at the computer screen for too long, your eyes will pop out.” So when the invites to preview the Spring/Summer 2011 collections for Mulberry and Marc by Marc Jacobs came my way, I jumped at them. Not that I’m the biggest fan of these brands (smaller, more underground labels are much preferred), but hey, whatever it takes to serve my readers better.