It’s time to work your CNY sartorial magic again, and we don’t mean putting on your regular reds and pinks. This year, why not change things up with modern iterations of the cheongsam (think: dresses and matching separates in bold silhouettes with eye-catching prints and unexpected details)? Here, we roundup our favourite labels giving the traditional dress a whimsical, edgy.
February 17, 2021
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Finding a date can be tough
liao. So, once you find one, be sure to wow him or her with the right date activity. Feeling clueless? Here’s our fun guide on how and where to do the romancing, according to the Chinese zodiac cycle.
If your date is a: Rat
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He or she is: Adaptable, outgoing, creative but also timid and loves to gossip First date idea: Art jamming. You don’t want anything too adrenaline-pumping to scare off your rat date. Plus, sitting beside each other for a couple of hours lets you two chat a lot and kaypoh other couples around you.
January 27, 2021
Tiong Bahru Bakery
[UPDATE: Feb 2]
Tiong Bahru Bakery has renamed their handwash from Brioche N°5 to Brioche N°1. This article has been updated to reflect the change.
For bread-lovers, there s very little that compares to the aroma of a freshly baked loaf. With Tiong Bahru Bakery s new handwash (yes, you read that right), you ll be able to enjoy the buttery scent of baked goods without even leaving your house.
The bakery is pretty much a household name thanks to its French pastries and artisanal bread, but it s expanding its offerings with Brioche N°1, a brioche-inspired handwash that will be going on sale on Friday (Jan 29).
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In our relentless tropical heat, a dollop (or two) of ice-cream makes living in Singapore much more bearable. Lucky for us, there’s a plethora of ice cream parlours offering a variety of innovative flavours, be it in a classic cone or atop a fluffy waffle.
If you love your gula melaka and Milo as much as the next Singaporean, rejoice. Here’s a list of the best ice cream shops that serve your favourite Singaporean flavours.
1. The Daily Scoop
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This long-standing egg-free chain serves ice cream that is freshly made daily with all-natural ingredients (such as seasonal fresh fruits, vanilla beans, honey and more) and without artificial flavouring or colouring.