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Benchmarks: Not just a new art trail
Singapore has introduced yet another art trail, but one that is as functional as it is aesthetic—Benchmarks. The trail was inaugurated on 2 August 2023 and will remain open till 31 July 2026.This is a placemaking initiative commissioned by the Civic District Alliance (CDA), its name a wordplay on the idea of installing artwork benches…
Read MoreImmerse yourself in the vibrant life and art of Van Gogh
After receiving rave reviews from it’s US and European tours the extremely popular Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience opens 1 March at Resorts World Sentosa, B1 Forum. The exhibits include a complete look at the artist and his works and feature a number of opportunities for participants to become fully immersed in the stunning world…
Read MoreHeart of Darkness lights up the pub scene
When it comes to top-notch quality with top-notch quirkiness, few pubs can match Heart of Darkness, probably the trendiest gastropub in Singapore’s Keong Saik Road, a place long known for its trendy F & B outlets. With a slew of original beers brewed in its distilleries in Saigon, this funky establishment has quickly established itself as one of Singapore’s top hot spots…
Read MoreDeepavali 2022 Light Up by LISHA
This year’s Deepavali Light Up will be inaugurated by Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat on Friday September 16 in Singapore’s Little India. It will be the opening show to a slew of exciting activities that the Little India Shopkeepers & Heritage Association (LISHA) have lined up to celebrate the Festival of Lights which falls…
Read MoreEight first-time winners at Singapore Literature Prize 2022
After two years of restrictions and social distancing, the Singapore Literature Prize (SLP) awards ceremony made its return in-person for the first time since 2018 at Victoria Theatre. Suratman Markasan and Wang Gungwu have made history as the oldest winners of SLP, while eight of the 12 recipients are first-time winners with a mix of…
Read MoreHotel PARKROYAL’s new avatar
The 52-year old crescent-shaped hotel, is not a beach hotel nor is it in the heart of the ritzy, and hugely expensive, brand-name shopping belt. It is much more than that. The vibrantly renovated PARKROYAL is located at the edge of the centrally located business district, and has an ambience that many other hotels can…
Read MoreMy Community Festival presents trails and tales throughout August
Without fully disclosing my age and which X,Y,Z generation I belong to I can say that as a child in America, the television program Mr. Rogers Neighborhood was a quintessential part of my youth. And his “who are the people in your neighbourhood” segment was beloved. At its core, My Community Festival is the expanded narrative that…
Read MoreNibble in Nature with Burp Kitchen & Bar
Burp Kitchen & Bar opened its first location at Bedok Reservoir in 2015 and is pleased to announce their second and expanded location at Bishan Park. Cycle in. Jog in. Walk in. But take in the lovely surrounding greenery and keep your eye out for the locally famous Bishan otter family. Nibble in nature with…
Read MoreHealthy and tasty: protein-packed brownies
Say hello to HerbYvore Ultimate Protein Brownies! These are perfect for anyone who is looking to give a nutritious protein boost to their diet. The vegan protein-packed brownies are made with a blend of cocoa powder, HerbYvore’s Planet Protein, walnuts and contains no refined sugar. Every bite is soft and chocolatey, and packed with the…
Read MoreDigital immersion at ArtScience Museum
ArtScience Museum has enhanced Singapore’s digital art space with its first purpose-built screening room. ArtScience Cinema opened doors on 28 May, alongside its latest virtual reality installation We Live in an Ocean of Air. Transforming the museum experience through the exploration of various digital mediums, Art, science, and technology has come together in a holistic…
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