Tag Archives: Singapore
An Italian perk-me-up at Palio
By Jay Tan
There is one universal truth: no one escapes the clutches of the Weary Wednesday Monster. Midweek blues are painful for that stranded feeling – you’re tired from Monday and Tuesday, but the weekend is Thursday and Friday away. I decided that I needed a perk-me-up comfort meal, one that will keep my spirits uplifted for the rest of the week.
I popped by good ol’ Palio and gave myself a little treat.
Lazy bones day out
We’ve assessed our thrill rides for all you adrenaline junkies. But not everyone pursues the path of thrills and highs; sometimes, you just want to relax and melt into a puddle of skin and bones. We followed our inner sloth and seeked out places to laze in the Resort.
5 interesting carrot facts
Not all carrots like pizza. But some do.
You see them in stir-frys. In your soup. As snacks. But this seemingly inocuous vegetable root has some amazing properties. And they’re not all orange. We sniffed out some interesting carrot facts.
Meet the Addams Family
The Addams Family members from left: Pugsley, Grandma, Morticia, Gomez, Lurch, Wednesday and Uncle Fester
They’ve been tickling our funny bones since 1938, but this may be mom Morticia’s biggest challenge yet: daughter Wednesday has fallen in love, but has yet to confide in her mother.
Come 9-28 July, you’ll get your chance to meet the Addams family and share in their hilarious dramas. The 2010-2011 Broadway hit musical is moving into Singapore’s Festive Grand Theatre, with a bit of something for every member of your own family.
7 Mother’s Day gift ideas
Yes, we know that every day should be Mother’s Day. But let’s be honest, we probably don’t show as much appreciation as we should. And some of us are just bad at expressing ourselves with words. This Mother’s Day, seize the opportunity to shower her with some love. We’ve amassed gifts from around RWS that do all the talking for you.
Cook a simple dish for mum this Mother’s Day
This Mother’s Day, ditch the well-travelled path of buying gifts and surprise mum with some delicious yet fuss-free home cooked fare, with some professional help from chef Mike Tan of Forest 森.
Whip up a culinary storm with a bowl of homemade noodles with clams, pork belly (or chicken) and Tientsin cabbage – guaranteed to whet her appetite and warm the cockles of her heart.
Watch the third episode of ‘Who’s the chef’ for more detailed instructions from chef Mike. Read on for the recipe.
The Perfect match: Wines and their glasses
When bad glasses happen to good wines, the result can be underwhelming to say the least. Some would say it’s akin to pouring money down the drain. But why does an inferior wine vessel make a choice vintage taste like two-buck chuck? Singapore-based wine writer Curtis Marsh pours out the answers.
A romantic day out at Resorts World Sentosa
It’s your anniversary next week and you have nothing planned. It’s too late for a short getaway and time is not on your side. Your worst nightmare is slowly coming true.
While you click away on the Internet, sieving through pages of recommendations for divine intervention, why not plan a trip to Resorts World Sentosa for instant salvation? Read on to see how we can make it an anniversary you won’t forget.
Feng Shui Inn’s healthy take on Cantonese cuisine
Honey Glazed Crocodile Belly
One usually wouldn’t consider Cantonese cuisine to be healthy but with Chef Yip Cheung Shui at the helm, expect the improbable.
In the third and final part of this 9-week food promotion (15 April to 5 May) at Feng Shui Inn, Chef Yip introduces dishes specially designed for health-conscious Singaporeans.
A family day out at Resorts World Sentosa
If you have a whole day to spend with your kids, and are trying to squeeze in as many sights of Singapore as humanly possible, then Resorts World Sentosa is a great choice – you can easily spend three days to fully enjoy all there is to experience. But if you have just 12 hours, read on to find out just how you can maximize your precious day with your kids.
