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What’s a good Mother’s Day gift?
Let me guess. You’re reading this post cause you’ve expanded every possible gift option for Mother’s Day over the past few years. Or perhaps too consumed by who to vote for at tomorrow’s polling day, you’ve run out of bandwidth to think of something by Sunday. Or you simply forgot – and this turned up when you googled ‘Last minute Mother’s Day gift ideas/shopping’.
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| 8 May 2011, Sunday 3pm and 7.30pm Resorts World Sentosa, Compass Ballroom |
All the best in gift-hunting! And of course, the best gift would definitely still be that personal wish and time spent.
Valentino, Retrospective: The Stars
A feast for the eyes. Well, more good news.
Get up close and personal with this exotic line of dresses as Valentino comes to Asia, and more specifically, right here in RWS! Come Dec 22, Resorts World Sentosa will be hosting an exclusive exhibition – Valentino, Retrospective: Past/ Present/ Future – which will feature 100 dresses, outlining Valentino’s early works to current day creations by Creative Directors Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pier Paolo Piccioli. Don’t miss out this rare opportunity!
Check out our website for more information.
Click here for our previous post on Valentino.
Fiesta – a carnivore’s sweet dream
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| Black Bean Soup |
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| The King Crab Salad |
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| The Brazilian Mixed Churrasco |
Chris D, who is working on upcoming projects for Resorts World Sentosa, will be guest blogging about his dining experiences at the resort.
“I’m forever in search of ‘THE meal’; the one that combines impeccable service, a unique ambiance and that ever-so elusive perfect combination of ingredients, cooking technique and at least a pinch of culinary passion. Be it back street food cart or Michelin rated restaurant, until then, I’ll continue to enjoy the journey.”- Chris D.
It’s Chill-out time at Resorts World
No matter how active your lifestyle may be, we all need to ‘chill’ sometime. And what better way to watch the world go by, than to have your favourite pick-me-up, munchies and fabulous company for an idling good time. Check out the places at Resorts World to people-watch and just give in to sloth. We promise we wouldn’t tell.
Big Easy Cajun Jazz Bar & Restaurant
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| Crab Cakes |
Many places serve crab cake ($14.88) but none as authentic and traditional as the ones at Big Easy. Succulent prawns are kneaded into the mix for extra crunch and that gives it texture. Best thing is it’s made fresh with quality ingredients. Served with tartar sauce, this is a must-try.
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| Virgin Hurricane |
Order the Virgin Hurricane mocktail for a refreshing start to your meal, before tucking into the Jambalaya ($23.99; add $4.88 for prawns) which consists of shredded chicken and home-made sausages, a rare find.
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| Jambalaya |
The corn bread which is served with the Jambalaya and other mains is amazingly good. Its fluffy texture is more similar to that of a cake but not as dense. It melts in the mouth and every crumb is a taste of heaven. That alone warrants a return visit. With hospitable staff, a Jazz band which plays every Friday and Saturday from 8pm and 30 percent off all mains for lunch, you should stop by Big Easy soon.
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| Martini Royale |
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| Nigiri Sushi Set |
Notable local songstress Felinda Wong and other artists perform a mix of English, Mandarin and Canto-pop hits daily on stage and you can even do a song request. For those feeling peckish, there’s chicken yakitori ($15) or nigiri sushi ($18) for snacks.
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| Triple Play |
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| Big Mouth Bites |
As for Big Mouth Bites, it’s four mini beef burgers stacked with juicy USDA ground steak and accompanied by fries and skinny onion strings. Sit by the bar to interact with the bartender or by the tables to soak in the vibrant atmosphere.
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| Hard Rock Cafe |
Don’t call me outdated but I like the hard rock songs of the 70s, 80s and all the way till the 90s for their angsty lyrics, wild vocals and melodious ‘live’ instrumental beat. If you’re feeling nostalgic, dining at Hard Rock Café will be a trip down memory lane. The staff here lives up to the Hard Rock motto of ‘Love all, Serve all’ as they attend to guests with an air of suave flair. Operations is as sleek as the red and black colour scheme of the restaurant. Choose booth seating for added comfort or at one of the round tables in the spacious dining room. Kids get colouring materials to keep them at bay while parents can chit-chat.
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| Legendary Burger |
I tucked into the Legendary Burger with crispy bacon and a thick slab of beef patty, and my daughter took to her spaghetti meatballs which came with a drink ($8). Check out the bouffant hairstyles of stars of yester-year MTVs on the screens. It’s quite entertaining.
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| Mulligan’s |
From the façade, it looks dubious, with the yellow trimmed signboard and barrels which act as tables. But once you enter Mulligan’s, it’s a whole new world—Irish to be exact. Although starkly lit, the atmosphere is comforting and cozy. Looking at the screens in the restaurant, I can almost hear the cheering during the recent World Cup Fever.
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| Fish & Chips |
But for lunch, it’s an intimate eatery for friends. I had the steak and cheese pie ($16), and clam chowder ($8) which blew me over. Straight out of the oven to our table, the aroma had me at ‘hello’. I wiped out every morsel of crumbly puff pastry left in the ramekin while the chowder left me craving for more. No doubt, I’ll be back again!
This series is prepared by our very own foodie lady, Tania H. She provides suggestions about where you can go for special occasions. And some insider tips too.
Tania’s previous posts for this series were suggestions for Power Lunches (Part 1; Part 2) and Sweet Cravings (Part 1; Part 2).
For more dining options, please check out rwsentosa.com.
Barclays Premier League screening in Resorts World Sentosa
Football madness is back in Resorts World Sentosa.
For the month of October, selected BPL matches will be screened at the Forum, and yes, you’ll get to catch the action on our humongous screen.
If you’re going to pick and choose just one day to come down, we’d suggest October 16. Other than the fact that there will be exciting matches that night (Manchester United VS West Brom, Aston Villa VS Chelsea), there will also be fringe activities and prizes to be won.
| 16/10/2010 (Sat) 2200 Manchester United VS West Brom 0030 Aston Villa VS Chelsea |
17/10/2020 (Sun) 2030 Everton VS Liverpool 2300 Blackpool VS Manchester City |
| 23/10/2010 (Sat) 1945 Tottenham VS Everton 2200 Chelsea VS Wolverhampton |
24/10/2010 (Sun) 2030 Stoke VS Manchester United 2300 Manchester City VS Arsenal |
| 30/10/2010 (Sat) 2200 Arsenal VS West Ham 0030 Manchester United VS Tottenham |
31/10/2010 (Sun) 2130 Bolton VS Liverpool 0000 Newcastle VS Sunderland |
See you there!
Sweet Cravings (Part 2)
[Written by Tania H.]
This is part two of Sweet Cravings (read part one here). In this sweet search, Tania brings our attention to more yummy things that can be found in Resorts World Sentosa. Watch out, as these are places where adults miraculously transform into overgrown kiddoes 
With flavours like Cotton Candy, White & Black Sesame, as well as alcoholic numbers such as Black Forest, Dark Cherries & Merlot and Lychee Martini, the second outlet of Seventh Heaven in Resorts World Sentosa is receiving rave reviews (flagship outlet is at Raeburn Park).
The interior of the café-like eatery is decked out in vines, murals of sunflowers and potted plants to bring the outdoor garden theme indoor.
Tucked away on the first floor of the Forum, I like how Seventh Heaven is away from the bustle and hustle of the resort’s main activity hub. Take a breather and savour the hot waffles and brownies, and perhaps if I may recommend the Apples & Chardonnay for a fruity yet slightly tart bite to newbies trying an alcoholic ice-cream for the first time.
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The next time you’re in Universal Studios Singapore, make sure to stop by the Studio Snacks food cart parked on Hollywood Boulevard which sells pretzel, chicken pie, and more importantly, my favourite churros. The combination of simple ingredients like flour, water, butter and eggs belies the goodness of this pastry which is my definition of comfort food.
What’s so special about fried dough sprinkled with sugar, you ask. Well firstly, it is freshly made, and you can also choose between the cinnamon-flavoured churros or chocolate filled churros. Can you imagine viscous chocolate oozing out of it? I’m sure I don’t need to say more… Yum!
The first in Singapore, Candylicious expands its reign into this region after its flagship store in Dubai. Standing at 9,000 square feet, it’s a haven for candy lovers, where you’ll find aisles after aisles of mind-boggling flavoured jelly beans and lollies of all forms, shapes and sizes! Control the kids when they enter the store, especially the “manic driving” with the baby-size shopping carts at the entrance. My three-year-old daughter had heaps of fun loading her cart with lollipops aplenty!
With more than 80 percent of sweets new to the local market (including Madelaine Chocolates, Rock Candy from Squire Boone Village, Messori Italian Cones, Peeps Marshmallow and Hot Tamales from Peeps & Co’), even I was bedazzled. But make sure to inspect your cart before checking out, you can never trust those nifty little fingers!
This series is prepared by our very own foodie lady, Tania H. She provides suggestions about where you can go for special occasions.. And some insider tips too.
Tania’s previous posts for this series were suggestions for Power Lunches (Part 1; Part 2).
For more dining options, please check out rwsentosa.com.
Sweet Cravings (Part 1)
[Written by Tania H.]
Sweet Cravings [sweet krey-ving] — Great or eager desire for sweet desserts.
Did you know that “stressed” spelt backwards is “desserts“? Not to be cliché but whenever I’m feeling blue, a little dessert or even just the thought of it makes me smile. Be it a cupcake with pink icing to melt a girl’s heart or the unforgivable “chocolate whatever” to blame for the love handles, there’s always room for sweets. So don’t be shy, find out how you can satisfy your cravings at Resorts World Sentosa.
Boulangerie
I’d call this the best sweet spot for a languid afternoon of tea and cakes. Located in Festive Hotel’s lobby, Boulangerie is my kind of place. Reflecting a childlike vibrancy with vivid lanterns and cozy seating, its interior envelopes guests in a certain joie de vivre. Check out the alluring selection of cakes and pastries like the strawberry shortcake (one of my favourites), summer fruits cheesecake, apricot ivoire mousse and yummy-licious choco nut tart. And that’s just to name a few. But I must confess – the main culprit behind my thwarted diet plans is the irresistable gelato.
Topping the chart is the hazelnut gelato which is rich in flavour yet light on the palate and coming in a close second, the tiramisu.
First in Singapore outside of the US, Garrett Popcorn has opened its flagship store in Resorts World Sentosa. Even if you’re geographically challenged, just let you nose do the walking. Strong whiffs of melting, creamy butter infused with caramel easily wafts out of the shop, and anyone who catches its aroma will unwittingly fall prey!
Started in 1949 with a three-generations-old secret family recipe to boot, you really must try the famous Chicago Mix which is produced by combining the CaramelCrisp® with CheeseCorn™ – a marriage made in heaven of seductive sweetness and the savoury cheese flavour. Garrett Popcorn uses freshly melted sharp cheddar cheese and it sticks to a “no artificial flavours” policy. Other options you have are Plain Popcorn, Buttery Popcorn, Pecan CaramelCrisp, Cashews CaramelCrisp, and Almonds CaramelCrisp.
Choose to combine flavours in one of Garrett’s cool tins, like the one with Chicago’s skyline or its signature striped design which comes in blue and pink.
Located in Universal Studios Singapre is a paradise for the sweet-toothed – the Celebrity Café & Bakery. Don’t worry if you’re thinking that you need a day pass to dig into the pastries because the café is open to public during Hollywood After Hours, every Friday and Saturday for an admission charge of S$5 per person.
The alfresco area introduces the café aptly. Fashioned out of a 1950s bakery, I’m in love with the look and feel of the place, from its cane chairs and brass fittings, to wooden menu boards and groovy music played. Key lime pie, Oreo cheesecake, dainty cupcakes, gingerbread man and giant cookies are some of the must tries on the menu.
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This series is prepared by our very own foodie lady, Tania H. She provides suggestions about where you can go for special occasions.. And some insider tips too.
Tania’s previous posts for this series were suggestions for Power Lunches (Part 1; Part 2).
For more dining options, please check out rwsentosa.com.
Valentino, Retrospective: Past / Present / Future
Valentino, well known for luxurious and tasteful gowns, is a household name synonymous with dramatic, opulence and extravagance. Whether you were one of those shell-shocked by Valentino’s retirement announcement in 2007, or have seen many celebrities walking down the red carpet in their Valentino gowns on television, we have news to thrill you!
If you haven’t heard yet, Valentino is coming to Asia. You don’t have to be a fashionista to know that this is a rare opportunity to see long, gorgeous, flowing Valentino gowns. Not just any gowns – but one-of-a-kind, custom-fitted haute couture gowns worn by celebrities and famous personalities. Up close.
Come 15 Dec, Resorts World Sentosa will play host to Valentino, Retrospective: Past / Present / Future, an exclusive exhibition featuring haute couture looks from Valentino’s early works – designed by founder Valentino Garavani himself – to present-day creations – by current Creative Directors Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pier Paolo Piccioli.
So why are we so thrilled at the prospect of seeing one hundred exquisite haute couture pieces up close and personal? Well, if you know more about the magic of Valentino, the man, you’ll understand why.
Valentino Facts:
Valentino’s love for fashion manifested when he was in primary school, and the interest grew into a burning passion, leading him to pursue it in Paris at just 17.
In 1959, he left Paris and opened his own couture house in Rome. For his first fashion show, he pulled out all the stops; every aspect of his show was grand, complete with models flown in from Paris for his first show, in bright red dresses. The brightly hued dresses would later be coined by the fashion industry as “Valentino red”, and became his signature colour.
One of Valentino’s famous clients is Jacqueline Kennedy. In 1964, she commissioned Valentino to design a complete wardrobe to mark the end of her mourning for her husband. In fact, Valentino presented his famous “White collection” in 1968, in which Jacqueline Kennedy chose the dress from for her marriage to Greek shipping magnate Aristotle Onassis.
In addition, Valentino was also the couturier of the world’s most famous actresses in the 1960s: Elizabeth Taylor, Rita Hayworth and even Audrey Hepburn. Since then, many of the rich and famous have walked red carpets the world over, dressed in Valentino.
Valentino’s last haute couture show in 2008 saw a return of many renowned models, including Eva Herzigova, Naomi Campbell, Claudia Schiffer, Nadja Auermann, Karolina Kurkova and Karen Mulder. Velentino’s work is now carried on by his successors.
Some other milestones of Valentino:
1985 President of Italian Republic bestowed Valentino with one of Italy’s most prestigious ranks: Grand’Ufficiale dell’Ordine al Merito della Repubblica Italiana
1986 Valentino receives Italy’s highest honor, the Cavaliere di Gran Croce
1995 Mayor of Florence awards Valentino a special prize for Art in Fashion
2000 Valentino receives the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Council of Fashion Designers of America
2005 Fashion Group International gives Valentino the Superstar Award
2006 Valentino is the recipient of the Légion d’honneur, (National Order of the Legion of Honour) the highest decoration in France. He was handed the award by then French President Jacques Chirac.
Isn’t it impressive? Well stay tuned, we will be releasing more Valentino updates as we go along.
For more details of the event and of Valentino, do visit www.rwsentosa.com.
Brunch at Starz Restaurant with Chris and Emma
[Written by Chris D.]
Very little things in life is better than a lazy Sunday. Well, perhaps a lazy Sunday with good company and great food. And that’s what I did on a wonderful weekend.
So one Sunday (check!), with good company – a friend, Emma (check!) – we headed to try the great Sunday Brunch (check!) at Starz Restaurant!
I hadn’t seen Emma in a while, but there was no time to chit-chat yet. It was straight to the sushi area. There was an assortment of very fresh sushi, sashimi and rolls – I like sushi – but what I’m really looking forward to are oysters on the half shell. Those served here were still moist, unlike many other buffets in Singapore. As I piled them on my plate, the plump boiled prawns caught my attention. They were of a perfect colour and while I’m not a fan of peeling my own prawns, but the size of these beauties made it well worth the effort. And they were firm to the bite.
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| They’re yummy, but they don’t come with pearls |
In the spirit of trying everything, I had a quick bite of the duck and roast pork that Emma had brought back to the table. The roast pork was exactly what I have gotten used to in Singapore – juicy meat and crunchy skin, crackling with each bite.
On to the soups; what an assortment, all freshly prepared as you order. White radish, laksa and pork rib with corn. As I had never had white radish nor pork rib with corn, I gave both of these a try. The white radish was definitely my favorite.
I’m not a fan of fried potatoes – my friends have labeled me a french fry snob – and despite starting to feel a little full, I just had to grab a small serving of fresh potato wedges on the hotplate. I added that to my plate along with a heaping spoonful of beef stew. The beef was very moist, tender and full of flavor from the rest of the ingredients. I probably could have made a meal of this, but I couldn’t do that with so much fresh Indian food screaming my name.
Next on the hit list is another dish I had been looking forward to since the moment I arrived. I could talk for hours about great Indian food; from the fresh tandoori chicken and fluffy briyani rice to the delicious lamb patties with mint yogurt. But let me shoot straight to my favorite item of the brunch; roti prata.
I say it with a weird mix of both shame and pride, I had three!!! I just couldn’t help myself. They were freshly cooked with a slightly crispy outside and soft inside. Covered with a bit of gravy from the curry chicken and chickpea masala, I think they were about as good as I’ve ever had.
At $45 for brunch or $105 with champagne, I think this is the best brunch value in Singapore. Emma did mention that as it is brunch, she would have liked to see some breakfast favorites, but the quality of the food and the diversity more than made up for the lack of pedestrian eggs and bacon.
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| Some of the other food choices |
With some of the best service I’ve had in Singapore mixed with the great value, this is definitely going on my list of favorites.
My only disappointment was the fact that I had no room to try the desserts. Just look at how enticing it is.. Oh well, there’s always the next (lazy) Sunday!
Chris D, who is working on upcoming projects for Resorts World Sentosa, will be guest blogging about his dining experiences at the resort.
Chris D’s enjoyment of traveling is second only to the love affair with food and luckily for him, his job has allowed him to combine those two passions. Everything from six star, fine dining experiences in Europe and pork lau lau cooked in an underground oven in Tahiti to fried scorpions in China and catfish in the US; he has rarely met a food that he didn’t like.
“I’m forever in search of ‘THE meal’; the one that combines impeccable service, a unique ambiance and that ever-so elusive perfect combination of ingredients, cooking technique and at least a pinch of culinary passion. Be it back street food cart or Michelin rated restaurant, until then, I’ll continue to enjoy the journey.”
- Chris D.
Starz Restaurant is located at Hard Rock Hotel in Resorts World Sentosa.
For more promotional details, please visit www.rwsentosa.com.