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At the time of writing, there are a total of 32 Vaccinated Travel Lanes (VTL) by air, land and sea. While I have decided to wait a little longer before travelling, I know of many who have quickly hopped on a plane to places like Korea, Paris, Melbour

What is renowned British chef Tom Sellers’ story? This April, you have the chance to find out as he will be bringing his two-Michelin-starred Restaurant Story from London to Flutes Restaurant at the National Museum of Singapore. For four weeks only,

With the rainy season behind us, it’s time to get fired up and enjoy a good cookout. In Singapore, a barbecue often involves boisterous gatherings with family and friends, all huddled together around the pit, first trying to light the charcoal, fanni

Tapas, 24 Singapore by chef Carles Abellán of La Barra de Carles Abellán and El Bulli fame is his first venture into Asia. Abellán is famous for revolutionising the modern day tapas culture with his “designer tapas” creations such as Ensaladilla Rusa

He may be a familiar face in Singapore’s culinary scene and a prominent advocate of halal products and services for the last 29 years, but chef Mel Dean has lost none of his enthusiasm for cooking, creating new dishes and reinventing old ones. In fac

A lot has been said about the sparkling blue curves of Jimbaran Bay or the magnificent laps one can do in Sundara’s 57-metre beachfront infinity pool. The hypnotic sound of waves lapping on the beach at the tranquil bay is sufficient to heal the blue

Kinou brings authentic Basque cuisine from southwest of France handmade from scratch by chef Benjamin Tilatti from Bayonne and his team with the French regional products. Kinou is the perfect example of a typical French restaurant where the customers

Plenty has changed since Bali’s first speakeasy bar opened in 2015. Back then, Baker Street Social was reverently whispered amongst “those-in-the-know” as the place to be for late-night tipples in Seminyak. Hidden from the plain sight atop a barber s

Let the sundown feasting begin at Peppermint, Parkroyal Collection Marina Bay, and be spoiled for choice with an Iftar buffet of chef de cuisine Leon Yee’s greatest hits. Satiate your appetite with succulent Black Angus Beef Short Rib Satay; Bebek Ri

“Frmentation is the future of cooking,” declares chef-patron René Redzepi of three-Michelin-starred Noma and four-time winner of The World’s 50 Best Restaurants award in his cookbook The Noma Guide to Fermentation. Here, Redzepi and co-author David Z

Grapes: Cabernet sauvignon, merlot, malbec, petit verdot  Taste: Matured in French oak for 15 months, this is a Bordeaux-inspired blend crafted in the Yarra Valley. The wine presents a delicious fruit core, edged with cinnamon, clove and sage. It is

20ml gin15ml sweet vermouth15ml Campari7.5ml lemon juice5ml sugar syrup10ml egg whiteFresh strawberriesSoda water Shake all ingredients except soda in a cocktail shaker. Strain into a tall glass with ice block. Top up with soda water. Serve with a ga

The feather blade is a lesser known cut from the shoulder region of the cattle. The reason why it is not being commonly used is because it is not easy to prepare, with layers of sinew (the tough tissue in between the muscles) that need to be carefull

The movie The Power of the Dog has already picked up the top two prizes at the British Academy Film Awards: Best Film and Best Director. By the time this feature is published, it may or may not have won Best Picture at the 94th Academy Awards and som

We all lead busy, time-strapped lives, trying to pack in as much as humanly possible while still aspiring to eat healthy and serve something delicious and not-so-time consuming at the same time. I love one-dish meals when short on time, and literally

Situated a few strides away from the Spanish Steps, W Rome’s recent opening marks the brand’s first debut in Italy. Spanning two adjacent 19th century palazzos, the hotel’s 147 guestrooms and 15 suites offer a city apartment feel. Take in the views o

This portable speaker is more than just rugged, compact and lightweight. A quintessential accessory for cycling and hiking enthusiasts, the waterproof and dustproof JBL Clip 4 features an integrated carabiner for you to clip onto your bag or bike (or

Slow down and reconnect with your well-being in Bali at COMO Shambhala Estate. After a two-year hiatus, the Estate is now open and ready to welcome you into its healing sanctuary. Set in a verdant nine-hectare Payangan forest and nestled within the c

The Fifty Fathoms Tourbillon 8 Jours – arguably one of the most stylish dive watches by Blancpain – has been given a refreshed design. The new model now comes in grade 23 titanium or red gold, both satin-brushed for a sportier look. The titanium vers

Designed for bon vivants who share the belief that food is the ultimate universal language, epicure is on an enthusiastic quest to seek out the latest dining trends, sniff out remarkable wine vintages and uncover the dynamics and intricacies of the l

Current health regulations state that everyone reporting to work on-site only need to do a weekly self-administered Antigen Rapid Test (ART). Upon notification that a staff member has tested positive, employers are encouraged to conduct ART for close