Generous donburi bowls topped with the likes of truffle shoyu-seasoned wagyu beef, or perhaps chunks of fresh salmon, tuna and swordfish sashimi? You can now satisfy your cravings at myVillage, Serangoon Gardens. … Continue readingMonzen @ Gardens sets the bar for loaded Japanese rice bowls in Serangoon Gardens
Like Southeast Asia in a glass, this gin cocktail combines fragrant lemongrass with punchy calamansi and a touch of ginger. Its beautifully sharp acidity stays on your tongue well after each sip. … Continue readingCalamansi + lemongrass gin cocktail with coriander bitters & a hint of spice
Winding rivers, crystal lakes, opulent shrines, glorious waterfalls, scenic hiking trails, a sacred bridge that will throw you into the 17th century… Do yourself a favour and visit magical Nikko next time you’re in Japan. … Continue readingJapan Essentials: 4 Most stunning locations you must see when you visit Nikko
The only thing separating your room from the inviting waters of the hotel’s luxurious pool is a pretty little outdoor terrace. Lounge, lounge, lounge. That’s what this sexy tropical oasis is all about. … Continue readingTwinpalms Phuket: What we liked about the Grand Deluxe Lagoon Pool Room
These easy gluten-free peanut butter pancakes are low in sugar and carbs, but packed full of healthy fats, protein and fibre. Don’t forget to slather on some delicious honeyed tahini sauce! … Continue readingRecipe: Peanut butter almond flour pancakes with sweet tahini sauce (GF, low carb)
Symmetry seems to be on every Singaporean brunch-goer’s radar. We hungry hippos decided to make our way down to Jalan Kubor to judge the hype for ourselves, and between our fancy omelette and coffee’d matcha latte, we were not disappointed. … Continue readingSymmetry Weekend Brunch: Baked smoked fish omelette + iced dirty matcha latte
Never heard of Laem Singh Beach? That’s because you have to scale some coastal cliffs to get there. Here’s everything you need to know about this hidden secret beach on Phuket Island. … Continue readingLaem Singh Beach: The secret Phuket beach hidden away from the crowd
Serving antipasti at the dinner table? Time to get fancy. Bake your own crunchy grissini breadsticks from scratch to go with your cured meats and dips. Only 8 ingredients needed! … Continue readingRecipe: Herb, cheese & sea salt grissini sticks (Italian breadsticks)
Located smack in the middle of the crossroads between Chinatown, Clarke Quay, and the Singapore CBD, PARKROYAL on Pickering stands tall as an eco-friendly hotel. But there’s more to love about it than just the sky-high gardens. … Continue readingThis sleek eco-conscious hotel in Singapore explodes with 15,000m² of greenery
Penang’s famous “Blue Mansion” stands like a historical sentinel in the heritage quarter of Georgetown, making it one of the most unique accommodation options on the island. Here’s what to expect. … Continue readingHeritage Hotel: What’s inside Penang’s famous Cheong Fatt Tze “Blue Mansion”?