Same same but different: A guide to destination dupes for an affordable getaway
There are dupes for everything these days – makeup, clothes, gadgets, etc. They look and feel like the real thing at a more affordable price, giving ordinary folks a chance to own the latest or trendiest products without breaking the bank. Now there’s a new category of dupes – destinations. A travel trend that has exploded […]
Defend your skin against merciless UV rays with these 9 must-have sunscreens
It looks like the sweltering weather will last for a while. The coming months could be even hotter, according to the Meteorological Service Singapore‘s annual climate assessment report released on Mar 23. As El Nino continues to linger in Singapore, temperatures will likely rise over the next two months, typically the warmest of the year. […]
Mark your calendars for Ubud Food Festival 2024 in Bali
The theme of Ubud Food Festival 2024 says it all. The ‘Take it to the Streets’ three-day feast spotlights the vibrant street food culture of Indonesia, Asia, and beyond. This year, visitors are invited to meet and learn from the country’s established and emerging talents, rub shoulders with Michelin star awardees, taste the culinary creations […]
Singapore International Festival of Arts returns with local and international shows, including new family programme
Singapore International Festival of Arts (SIFA) returns from May 17 to Jun 2, 2024, with a wide range of works across theatre, music, dance, film, and visual arts. Presented by Arts House Limited (AHL) and commissioned by the NAC), the line-up features five newly commissioned plays, seven invited international presentations, and an entirely new programme […]
Where to shop for bedding, towels and home decor at Raffles City Shopping Centre
Looking to shop for bed sheets, pillows and maybe even a mattress for your new home? Or simply refreshing your abode with some crisp towels?If you’re not sure where to start your shopping journey, how about visiting Raffles City? From mid-century modern home decor to silky soft bedding and fluffy towels, the third floor of […]
Made with love: Delicious cakes to celebrate Mother’s Day 2024
These delicious Mother’s Day cakes are a great way to show your love to the most important women in your life. Caution: choosing won’t be easy. BreadTalk BreadTalk offers the Love Beyond Words collection that also includes buns and other baked goods. Lovely in Yam ($45.80) entices with yam mousse and silky-smooth pudding sandwiched between […]
Go roller-skating, and hop into White Rabbit Pop-up Cafe at The Xperience at CQ @ Clarke Quay
A pop-up that’s equal parts exhilarating fun and rose-tinted nostalgia has just landed at the newly revamped riverfront destination CQ @ Clarke Quay. Say hello to The Xperience, a fully air-conditioned 10,000-square-foot event space with a massive roller-skating rink, immersive arcade and Singapore’s first White Rabbit Pop-up Cafe. In other words, you can expect everything […]
Thrill-seeking players wanted: Lost SG offers revamped escape rooms with more immersive experiences
Level up your escape room experience at Lost SG’s new location at Gr.id. The company, which has been in the game for more than a decade, has unveiled an extensive expansion with enhanced immersive experiences of 2.0 versions of fan-favourite themes. There are five uniquely themed rooms, including Alcatraz 2.0, Exodus 2.0, Mausoleum 2.0, Castiglione 2.0, […]
Singapore Cocktail Takeover kicks off with 30 bars, 21 spirits brands and 12 days of celebrations
The celebrations are well underway as Singapore Cocktail Takeover showcases some of the city’s best-loved bars and highlights the vibrant cocktail scene that has made the city a “must-visit” destination for cocktail aficionados. The campaign began on May 1 but there’s still plenty of time to enjoy special serves and unique events as it ends […]
South Korean chain Daily Beer opens first overseas outlet on Telok Ayer Street with Singapore-exclusive craft beers
It’s a can’t-go-wrong combination: beer and fried chicken. Koreans even have a word for it – chimaek, a creative combination of the word “chicken” and “maekju,” the Korean word for beer. That’s why we are excited to welcome one of South Korea’s largest and most beloved craft beer and fried chicken brands, Daily Beer. The […]