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The Dragon Pastel Power is the electronic bedroom project of Singapore’s first ceramics festival Cherie Ko, who is also the lead celebrates our unique heritage guitarist of Singapore band Obedient Wives Club. Cherie is heavily inspired by indie cult movies from the 1960s up to the 1990s, and her songs are largely based on imaginary characters living their own weird lives in a pastel town. Accompanying Cherie on her live sets is Adel Rashid, who takes charge of the beats. Esplanade Concourse, 1 Esplanade Drive, Singapore 038981

Dragon kilns originated in Huat Dragon Kiln. thousands of years ago, and got their Awaken The Dragon is majestic name due to their long shapes a community art project that and scale-like brick structures. Chinese celebrates these last two Esplanade Presents: immigrants introduced wood-fired dragon remaining Dragon Kilns, kilns to Singapore in the early 1900s, and a unique part of our cultural these were used to make items such as latex heritage. About 3,000 members ceramics festival. Highlights include master The Legendary cups for rubber tapping. of the public have taken part in workshops classes by local and international artists, As newer technology emerged, many of where they made small clay works. and live music performances. these labour-intensive kilns closed. Today, Come January 2013, these works will Rojak Quintet only two remain, both in Jalan Behar – the be brought together at a historic firing of For more information, visit Thow Kwang Dragon Kiln and the Guan the Dragon Kiln in Singapore’s inaugural awakenthedragonkiln.wordpress.com 29 Dec, 7.15pm and 8.15pm

The Legendary Rojak Quintet is a group comprising five musicians who hail from various musical groups in Singapore: Tim De Cotta (T.A.J, Kilo Habit, The Ninja Trio) on vocals and bass, Audrey Stefanie Tengkey (T.A.J, Novo Bloco) on piano and synthesizers, Esplanade Presents: Ireson Kelvin A. (Giants Must Fall, W.A.N.D, The Ninja Trio) on guitars and looper, Shaun Q (Monster Cat) on cajon, beats and samples, and Daniel ‘Saxydan’ C. (Jurongville) on tenor and soprano saxophone. 30 Dec, 7.30pm, 8.45pm and 10pm They’ll be mashing up some of their favourite holiday tunes, infusing their own distinct musical styles of ambient, jazz, hip hop, soul and funk into a unique rojak-like blend. Esplanade Concourse, 1 Esplanade Drive, Singapore 038981

Beyond The Border, Behind The Men Till 2 Jan, 10am-10pm This photo exhibition uncovers the lives of the many manual labour migrants, who dot our Singaporean landscape. Anonymous and invisible in Singapore, these Bangladeshi migrant men are often nameless faces in the crowd. However, through their stories, Mexican pianist and composer Alina Ramirez and bassist, we see how richly-textured their lives are. This project pays tribute guitarist, composer and arranger Mario Lopez founded Ireson in to these “builders” of our country and those they leave behind. The 1991. Growing up surrounded by the traditions of Latin music, both exhibition wishes to celebrate their resilience, spread stories of cheer have incorporated their formal classical training and knowledge of and inspiration, and pay tribute to the human spirit. Like us, they are modern harmony into the music they play and compose. Ireson also fathers, sons, husbands, storytellers and dreamers too. features Cuban drummer Pablo Calzado, guitarist Ernesto Enriquez Print Gallery, The Arts House, 1 Old Parliament Lane and vocalist Carlos Sendros. music, the Kreutzer Ensemble inspiration from Esplanade's Singapore 179429 Esplanade Outdoor Theatre, 1 Esplanade Drive, Singapore 038981 plays a wide range of genres, Celebrating Life - Values Project, from classical to modern pieces. this is a reflection celebration Drawing inspiration from jazz, pop, for the last days of 2012. Let's classical and new age, this versatile look forward to 2013 with joy Countdown 2013 at Crowne Ping and Qing Shan as they belt out Accommodating only 125 guests, and talented ensemble also offers and gratitude! TICKETED EVENTS Plaza Changi Airport their golden hits. Yang Xiao Ping is they will toast to the start of 2013 original compositions. Esplanade Concourse 31 Dec, 9pm -1am, $28-$58 well-known to many as the diva of with champagne and the tunes of Esplanade Concourse 1 Esplanade Drive, Singapore 038981 2013 Countdown @ J Bar Crowne Plaza Changi Airport's the 1970s, with awards such as Far a lively four-piece band. There will 1 Esplanade Drive, Singapore 038981 31 Dec, 9pm-late, $30-$85 New Year's Eve Countdown Party East Best Female Singer and Top 10 also be a balloon drop. J Bar will be ringing in the New promises to kick things up a notch Famous Singers of Asia. Qing Shan Fuse Hotel Atrium, Tower 2 at Year with zest and style. Guests can with great fist-pumping music is called Taiwan’s King of Songs. Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront partake in the black-and-white- and amazing snack and beverage They will both serenade you with Avenue, Singapore 018956 themed countdown. deals. You can expect a night their classic hits and charismatic If you would like your event listed, M Hotel, 81 Anson Road of exciting revelry but without the vocals, so circle the date in your Wonderland of Love please email the details and pictures Singapore 079908 hassle, bustle and post-New Year diary and don’t miss this chance to 29 Dec, 7.30pm, $35 (where applicable) to events@ celebration congestion. For more catch this one-night-only concert. International vocalist Maestro weekender.com.sg two weeks 'A Wild Man's Dreams' Wong information visit Tickets from Sistic. Patricia Wise described lyric before your event date. Hong Mok in Concert 2012 www.crowneplazadining.com Esplanade Theatre soprano Ma Qing’s voice as “clean 29 Dec, 7.30pm, $48-$138 Crowne Plaza Changi Airport 1 Esplanade Drive, Singapore 038981 and sparkling… Her sincerity and Listings must arrive in email The first ever solo concert by Changi Airport Terminal 3 stage presence indeed make her one Wednesday two weeks before local renowned folk rock singer- 75 Airport Boulevard of the most outstanding sopranos publication. Listings are free but, songwriter Wong Hong Mok Singapore 819664 of this generation”. Wonderland of as space is limited, inclusion is not features various xinyao favourites, Love is filled with pieces written by Esplanade Presents: guaranteed. Nevertheless, we try our and will bring back fond memories great composers such as Handel, Daphne Khoo best to include every listing possible. of yesteryear. Tickets from Sistic. Bajazet, Rosa, Curtis, Faure, Strauss, 29 Dec, 7.30pm, 8.45pm and 10pm Esplanade Concert Hall Bellini, Rossini, Donizetti and Verdi. Best known for her participation in 1 Esplanade Drive, Singapore 038981 They express in their songs the the first season of Singapore Idol, strength and power of love in every Daphne Khoo is a young singer- aspect of life. Call 8399 3911 for songwriter who has a lot of stories to WEEKENDER information on ticketing. tell. A songwriting major at Berklee Esplanade Recital Studio College of Music in Boston, Daphne ABOUT US Siloso Beach Party 1 Esplanade Drive, Singapore 038981 has continued to pen heartfelt tunes We are a Social Enterprise! 31 Dec, 6pm - 6am, $42-$52 about the little joys she finds in Besides enriching the lives of our Asia’s largest and grooviest beach the places she has travelled to, the readers, we provide training and countdown party is back! Count FREE EVENTS people she’s met, and triumphing employment for disadvantaged down to a sensational 2013 with over difficulties and challenges. Singaporeans from CDCs, ISCOS 12 hours of non-stop action at five Esplanade Outdoor Theatre and IMH. distinct party zones, as well the 1 Esplanade Drive, Singapore 038981 giant foam pool and sandy dance Our humble team: floor. Party-goers can party to music Movies Under the North Star Editorial Director Frank Young that they love, whether it’s dancing 29 Dec, 7.30pm [email protected] to heart-pounding hits at the Main This fun event takes place every Managing Editor Hong Xinyi Arena, chilling out to lo-fi and beach last Saturday of the month. Grab Writer Cheryl Chia house tunes at COASTES, indulging your picnic baskets and mats, Beer Market in plush party sounds at Azzura make a date with family and Art Director Nicodemus Aw Graphic Designer Foo Dun Jie New Year's Eve Party Fen & Kent Piano Duo Beach Club, surfing to the rhythm friends, and head down to the cosy 31 Dec, 9pm-3am, $20 2 Jan, 7.30pm, $25 at Wave House Sentosa, or grooving Celebrate New Year's Eve with neighbourhood of Tampines North Sales Director David Phey Join us in the countdown to 2013 The two members of the Fen & to the beats at the new beach bar, ShiLi & Adi at the Esplanade for a night out watching popular Sales Manager Seth Leow with drinks, music and fun with Kent Piano Duo are both Malaysian Mambo. Enjoy exciting fringe Outdoor Theatre movies under the Northern Star. performances by Bedroom Mafia, pianists and have remained performances and fuel your energy 31 Dec, 7pm – 1am Tampines Street 43, Between Blks CONTACT US: IPED and DJ Martin. committed to piano duo-playing with a wide array of food and Perennially in-demand Top-40s 481 & 482, Singapore 520482 Advertising Sales: [email protected] Beer Market, 3B River Valley Road since they graduated from the drinks. The Siloso Beach Party is the vocal duo ShiLi & Adi will grace Clarke Quay, #01-17/02-02 Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. only year-end countdown event set the Esplanade stage once again. New Word Order Presents Enquiries: Singapore 179021 For their first artistic collaboration against the allure of the seafront. Having won songwriting and band Stephanie Chan +65 6493 2001 in Singapore, the Fen & Kent Piano Tickets from competitions, the duo has made 10 Jan 2013, 7.30pm [email protected] Celebrate 2013 Duo will perform works by Mozart, www.silosobeachparty.com appearances all over the island, Inspired by absurdity, by things Weekender Group Pte Ltd 31 Dec, 7.30pm, $25 Mendelssohn, Ravel, Richard Sentosa Siloso Beach even performing for President Tony that make her angry, by things 80 Playfair Road, #02-03, Blk A, Usher in the New Year with Rodney Bennett and much more. 51 Imbiah Walk, Singapore 099538 Tan. This New Year’s Eve, the duo that make her absurdly angry, as Singapore 367998 Singapore’s largest party in town For tickets, contact 9867 2489. will showcase their unique artistry, well as her family and the random CRN# 201212438E at Celebrate 2013! Be entertained Esplanade Recital Studio Songs That Keep Us Together performing an eclectic and dynamic people she has met along the way, MICA (P) 144/08/2012 by a great line-up of performing 1 Esplanade Drive, Singapore 038981 29 Dec, 4pm and 8pm, $58-$138 mix of music. From chart-topping Stephanie Chan digs into her past to Disclaimer: The illustrations, photographs, views artists and enjoy a magnificent Come celebrate the festive season hits by soul chanteuse Adele and see how she got into performance and statements expressed by our contributors, fireworks display. Celebrate 2013 NYE 2013 Countdown Party with singers Zhou Zhi Ping, Zheng alternative act Fun, to classics by poetry and ended up performing bloggers, illustrators, or writers do not necessarily reflect the views of Weekender Group Private Limited. will also showcase the best of @ The Reading Room Yi, You Hong Ming, Li Yi Jun, Wen legends Stevie Wonder and Whitney around the world. Stephanie will Weekender Group Private Limited does not warrant Singapore’s homegrown talents. 31 Dec, 8pm - 2am Zhang, and Ye Huan as they belt Houston, the audience will be in uncover her wild ride on the rise of the accuracy, reliability, currency or completeness of those views or statements and do not accept any Regional sensation Taufik Batisah $20 inclusive of entry and 1 drink out their most memorable songs. for a treat. The night's theme is "Joy the spoken word, and tell you about legal liability whatsoever arising from any reliance on will grace the stage with his brand- The newly opened Reading Room Don’t miss out on your chance to get and Gratitude", and ShiLi & Adi will performance opportunities in the the views, statements and subject matter. new track ‘Sky’s the Limit’. Also Bar will be rounding off the year in up close and personal with these showcase their versatility in an UK and how to get involved with © Copyright Weekender Group Pte Ltd. Unless look out for young local artistes 1970s fashion. Count down to 2013 excellent singers. Tickets from Sistic. acoustic setting, going back to basics poetry in Singapore and abroad. explicitly stated otherwise, all rights including those in ShiGGa Shay, The Sam Willows and with this event’s 1970s disco theme, Esplanade Theatre with a stripped down arrangement Living Room, The Arts House copyright in the content of this publication are owned by or controlled for these purposes by Weekender Trick. The line-up of artistes also with plenty of drinks, champagne, 1 Esplanade Drive, Singapore 038981 of just vocals and keyboard. 1 Old Parliament Lane Group Pte Ltd. Copyrights to photographs, Illustra- includes ’s Sheila Majid, DJ and funky door gifts. Esplanade Outdoor Theatre Singapore 179429 tions, or any other forms of work which appear in this publication provided by non-Weekender Group the international cast of Tony The Reading Room, No. 19 Bukit The Ultimate Lounge Party 1 Esplanade Drive, Singapore 038981 Pte Ltd contributors are owned and controlled their award-winning musical Jersey Boys, Pasoh Road, Singapore 089833 31 Dec, 10pm- 2am, $50 To Joy with Gratitude respective creators.Except as otherwise expressly permitted under copyright law or Weekender Group Singaporean-Korean girl group Marina Bay Sands caters to Esplanade Presents: – a Reflections Celebration Pte Ltd, the content of this publication may not be SKarf and Kyle Patrick of Reminiscing the Evergreens merrymakers who prefer a more Kreutzer Ensemble 30 - 31 Dec, Various timings copied, reproduced, republished, downloaded, posted, broadcast or transmitted in any way without The Click 5. 30 Dec, 8pm, $38-$108 intimate countdown at FUSE 27 Dec, 7.15pm and 8.15pm What does it mean to be joyful these first obtaining our written permission or that of the The Float @ Marina Bay Come celebrate the festive season Lounge, situated at the heart of Formed by a group of musicians days? Who are the people we need copyright owner. 20 Raffles Ave, Singapore 039805 with veteran singers Yang Xiao the hotel atrium, Tower 2 lobby. united by a common love for wind to remember to thank? Drawing YOUR INSPIRATION TO A WEEKEND FILLED with FUN AND HAPPINESS december 28, 2012 - JANUARY 3, 2013 • WEEKENDER • 03 04 • WEEKENDER • DECEMBER 28, 2012 - January 3, 2013 YOUR INSPIRATION TO A WEEKEND FILLED WITH FUN AND HAPPINESS

For a pdf copy of Weekender E HAPPIER visit: www.facebook.com/weekendersgp FASHION Film-maker Royston Tan tells us more about his A wardrobe for B fondness for all things Singaporean in this week’s weekend warriors Simple Be Happier interview Designer Nic Wong tells us how Saturday, everyone’s favourite day of the week, inspired his fashion label pleasures By Cheryl Chia which was launched in 2009, underscores its casual chic. What is “Saturday is the most relaxed so 'shiok' day of the week. Think fun and about holidays,” says Nic. “Saturday Singapore? is the day everyone loves, as We finally you still have Sunday as a day had our first of recuperation.” strike after so Nic counts celebrities such many years! as Mindee Ong, Carole Lin and Zoe Tay as fans of his outfits. What would Earlier this month, he opened you like the flagship store for Saturday to say to in Wheelock Place’s newly What has been the most all Singaporeans? revamped Basement Two. beautiful moment in your If you have something to Nic, who joined the fashion life so far? complain about, do something industry in 2000, shows off I think every moment is about it. Don’t just go on his signature minimalist style beautiful, be it happy or sad. Facebook; the problem cannot and good workmanship in his hear you. pieces under the Saturday label. What do people most love Asymmetric hemlines and clean about you? What makes you smile? lines with strategic panelling in I guess it’s my upfront brutal The smiles of the elderly and metallic sheens mark Saturday’s honesty. If you really want children, they are so genuine. Spring/Summer 2013 line. e’s been called the to know, I will tell you what “We also played with a lot of enfant terrible of people think and how I feel! How do you spend wax-finish jerseys and knitted Singapore cinema, No beating around the bush, a typical weekend? wool to create this collection. and director Royston H just straight to the point. I sleep for as long as I want, We try not to compromise on Tan’s recent work includes the then I go for a long walk, get cheap fabric and workmanship. documentary Old Romances, You have a time machine. coffee, and eat assam fishhead We want to give our consumers which captured a variety Where and when do for dinner. W the best clothing possible,” he tells of distinctively Singaporean you go? us. “Saturday doesn’t really follow people and places. The 1960s. I want to go the ah Relaxed, fun, and minimalist trends. We know what consumers go go bars and dance with the - that’s what designer Nic Wong want, but we’ll never jump on the Which of your beehive girls. aims to achieve with his more bandwagon. That’s what makes accomplishments are casual brand Saturday. us different.” you most proud of? He is known for his primary He also recommends that That I can connect with my “If you really want to know, I will tell brand Nicholas, which every woman has a basic black audience through my work. specialises structured shirts jersey dress in her closet for you what people think and how I and monochrome shades. He those lazy days. “Women are What is the most 'paiseh' brings the same aesthetic to getting busier and on some days, (embarrassing) thing you personally feel! No beating around Saturday, with similar simple they might not have the time to have ever done? silhouettes but with a tad more iron or pick out what to wear. I went to my graduation the bush, just straight to the point.” colour and texture. A simple dress paired with ceremony with my family, “Saturday is light and easy sandals and accessories can but on the wrong day! – Royston Tan to wear. We use a lot of jersey go a long way. It’s not sloppy material, which gives Saturday and she can still go about her a sporty yet still polished look,” day looking presentable.” he says. “These pieces are great COVER STORY • Continued from page 1... for travelling, as they don’t crease Saturday’s flagship store is located easily and you can just pack and at Wheelock Place, 501 Orchard go. Dressing up doesn’t have Road #B2-04, Singapore 238880 to be complicated.” Overflowing joy The name of the brand, Champagne is made Champagne, which go by other following strict appellation nomenclature. The collective laws, which define and protect terms for sparkling wine “I was strongly the geographical identification from other countries include influenced by my of grapes for wine-making. espumante for Portugal, A sparkling wine can only be spumante or frizzante for travel in Brazil called “champagne” if it comes Italy, cava for Spain and sekt and Mexico, where from the Champagne region for Germany. of France and follows these Champagne and sparkling I discovered intense appellation laws. The primary wine have a few classifications creative energy and grapes used in the production of sweetness. “Ultra Brut” of champagne are Pinot Noir, or “Extra Brut” is the driest, joie de vivre. This Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier. and usually has no added collection reflects All sparkling wine, sugar. “Brut” is next level of champagne or not, contains dryness, and the most common, the optimism of carbon dioxide, which is what containing no more than these countries, gives it its fizzy nature. This 1.5 per cent sugar. Extra Dry presence of carbon dioxide or “Extra Sec” is slightly sweeter, turning away from may occur naturally through and can contain up to about the process of fermentation, 2 per cent sugar. “Dry” or “Sec” the melancholy that or through intentional injection can contain up to 4 per cent prevails in Europe.” of carbon dioxide during the sugar, while “Demi-Sec” can manufacturing process, to give contain up to 8 per cent. - Nathalie Colin, Creative it its bubbly character. “Doux” is undoubtedly the director for Swarovski There is a significant variety sweetest, containing up to of types and origins of sparkling 10 per cent sugar. W wines, other than those from

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Bornga’s beefy delights ’s leading BBQ restaurant has arrived in Singapore

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I was full of hope for Bornga. After all, this is the exception of the potato salad, most of their South Korea’s leading BBQ restaurant, led by famous appetisers are not especially appetising. celebrity chef Jon Won Paik, and it is Bornga’s first Service was rather attentive, and the staff can venture to Singapore at The Star Vista mall. help you grill and cut the meat. Beef slices cook very This restaurant franchise has more than 30 outlets fast. The best way to enjoy them is to roll them up 1 2 across South Korea, the United States, China and with scallions using the lettuce, dip into the house . Yes, Bornga is crowded all the time, and sauce, and stuff the entire thing in your mouth. The Located next to W Singapore, making its debut. Conceptualised stone oven and kebabs made you better come early or reserve your seats. vegetables were cool, crunchy and fresh, making Quayside Isle at Sentosa Cove with Omotenashi (meaning from premium meat prepared Maybe it is Gangnam Style fever - Korean BBQ it particularly enjoyable to savour along with the is City Developments Limited hospitality) in mind, the seating with spices from Germany. restaurants are mushrooming all over Singapore. tender meat. (CDL)’s latest retail development capacity of up to 40 will allow Cove Stadium is a casual sports Many of these restaurants have recently opened, Other than the delicious BBQ grill and sauce, most offering more than 20 dining and intimate interaction between bar and bistro that serves drinks such as Boss BarBQ at Clarke Quay, Kkongdon BBQ of the other dishes were not particularly memorable. retail concepts. This includes a the chef and customers, offering and grilled and barbecued meat, at Marina Square, and Mini Korea Bistro & Izakaya Food aside, the first thing I noticed after entering selection of specially-curated genuine Japanese hospitality. sausages, and seafood. and Supulae, both at Tanjong Pagar. Bornga was that there was smoke everywhere, as if new-to-market restaurants, new Not only will Ezoca please Word has it that Chef Jon Won Paik wanted to I were walking through fog. dining concepts from established aficionados with dedication Something Different create a new style of BBQ meat that could retain At the end of the meal, I walked out, hair smelling groups and specialty retail stores, to using only the freshest Paradiso Restaurant & Bar is natural colours and taste, unlike many other like that grilled beef slice. My new shirt had a porky all over a retail space of more ingredients from Japan; its rare a brand new dining concept in Korean-style meat which are dark in colour due to aroma, and I felt like jumping into the shower. So if than 40,000 square feet. sakes – hard to come by even in an intimate rustic-chic setting. over-marinating. The result is the signature and you sniff Korean BBQ while watching a concert at With its exclusive waterfront Japan – and tableware, specially Sabio by the Sea Tapas & patented Woo Sam Gyup ($22) – thinly sliced beef The Star Performing Arts Centre, you know where location, Quayside Isle will offer a flown from Japan, will impress Grill offers an authentic tapas brisket dressed with a special sauce. the ‘aroma’ comes from. diverse gastronomic selection, be even the most discerning. experience along with an Some of the premium-cut beef do not exactly it for business lunches, romantic Look out for casual Australian- additional grill menu, with a come cheap: Ggot Sal prime-cut unmarinated Bornga dinners, family gatherings or style outlet Grillado, which will spacious and relaxed ambience. boneless beef ($38), Saeng Galbi unmarinated 1 Vista Exchange Green, #02-24 The Star Vista, after-work cocktails. Be prepared serve its signature flat roasted Solepomodoro Trattoria- beef ribs ($45), Yangnyum Galbi prime-cut beef Singapore 138617 (Buona Vista MRT) for a mix of international cuisines Portuguese-style grilled chicken Pizzeria offers a comprehensive ribs in house special sauce ($45), and my personal Tel: 6694 4696 such as Mediterranean, Belgian, paired with a variety of special menu with premium ingredients. favourite, Samgyupsal grilled pork belly ($18). Opening Hours: Japanese, Australian and more. blended sauces and burgers. We always joke that we are full after having just 11:30am – 10pm daily Rollers Diner, a halal sandwich Familiar Names the Korean Banchan (side dishes). Bornga serves New Establishments bar, will dish out freshly-baked From the Emmanuel Stroobant enough of these to fill up the entire table. But with From danielfooddiary.com Japanese restaurant Ezoca will be Turkish pita straight from the group, Belgian bar and bistro

Creamier is gaining a following RECIPE 1 for its ice cream and artsy touch Three emperors egg Food blogger Sherie Lee shows you how to make this simple classic

INGREDIENTS 4. You can strain the mixture 4 eggs to remove bubbles, for 1 salted duck egg (dice the yolk, a smoother custard. But this save the egg white) is completely optional. 1 century egg, roughly diced 5. Steam the mixture over very Using half an egg shell, measure low heat in a wok or pot Heartland surprise out 12 half egg shells worth of of boiling water for just water or stock (Egg sizes vary, so 10 minutes or until the The best treasures are often stumbled this is the best way of ensuring surface hardens. A slightly upon, as is the case with this artsy ice the proportion of liquid is wobbly surface is perfectly adequate for creating a smooth fine too, depending on your cream café located in Toa Payoh custard.) personal preference. 1/2 teaspoon of salt, or to taste 6. Feel free to garnish the dish By Lester J Wan with fried shallots, spring INSTRUCTIONS onions, pepper, soy sauce 1. Beat the eggs, salted egg or sesame oil. white and water together 7. Serve immediately. An HDB estate is not usually where one waffles topped with until well combined. expects to find a lovely café decorated with these ice cream 2. Stir in diced salted egg yolk and Recipe taken from unique artworks, with delicious ice cream on flavours have century egg. www.maameemoomoo.com the menu. Creamier Handcrafted Ice Cream become Creamier’s 3. Add salt. And Coffee is, no doubt, a refreshing surprise. signature offerings. The founding owners of Creamier are “We create Waffles with ice cream Audrey Wang, Khoh Wan Chin and Victor our own recipes is the most popular Lim, and they were all from the creative and pay detailed industry. Creamier is their first foray into attention to the food and beverage business, and was the quality of proceeds of each sale go back to the artists, launched in mid-2011. ingredients and the process that accompanies to support their artistic endeavours. “We all reached a stage where we were the production. For example, we use Being creative people, the owners also wondering if we could do more than what we hand-squeezed fruit juices rather than feel that art is for everyone, and should not were doing with our lives and careers,” says packet juices, so that they do not contain be confined to galleries. They thought that Wan Chin. preservatives and are very fresh,” says Victor. it would be nice for their customers to be “All of us have a love for the café lifestyle, Recently, Audrey came back from a pleasantly surprised with visual art. For good food and company. Paired with Audrey’s trip to Japan, where she bought Japanese their next project, they are open to the idea skills as a trained patisserie chef, this ingredients. Thereafter, for about two weeks, of working with a different group of people. naturally led us to think of opening a café they introduced a series of four limited- As they put it: “We’d like to leave the creative – a place which we would all love,” she adds. edition Japanese flavours – Yaki Bonito, space and option open, to explore. Watch Why ice cream? They wanted to offer a Kinako, Chocolate Potato Chips this space!” café that was welcoming to everyone and “ice and Kuromitsu. cream is a universal favourite”. Going hand in hand with their delectable Creamier Since Creamier’s opening in October 2011, ice cream and cosy ambience is a Blk 128, Toa Payoh Lorong 1, #01-835, the response has been encouraging. “We are collaborative project with a group of local Singapore 310128, Tel: 6250 1476 grateful to have supporters and regulars, both artists. Called CollAboRaTe, this initiative from nearby and afar. We hope Creamier is features intriguing a place where people want to keep coming designs and back, and bring their friends and families prints, created “We all reached a stage where we were along,” says Audrey. and produced by The profile of customers is diverse and these artists, and wondering if we could do more than includes working professionals during lunch exhibited on the hours, families with young children, elderly walls of Creamier’s what we were doing with our lives and folks throughout the day, students who shop space. come to hang out after school, and even According to careers. All of us have a love for the dating couples. Creamier’s owners, Creamier’s handcrafted ice creams have it was a carefully café lifestyle, good food and company. a very smooth and creamy texture. Its most curated project, this naturally led us to think of opening popular flavours are Sea Salt Gula Melaka, and an opportunity Rum and Raisin, Roasted Pistachio, Mango to give these a café – a place which we would all love” Passion Fruit Sorbet, Richest Dark Chocolate local artists more Ferrero and Earl Grey Lavender. Belgian exposure. The - co-owner Khoh Wan Chin YOUR INSPIRATION TO A WEEKEND FILLED WITH FUN AND HAPPINESS DECEMBER 28, 2012 - january 3, 2013 • WEEKENDER • 07

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You can kick back and relax ISLAND waterfront at UE Square’s 7-Eleven D 1. Picotin Express’ Beef Bourguignon 2. Solepomodoro has a comprehensive selection of pizzas, delights like Wanton Mee, Sin Chow pastas and wine Bee Hoon, and White Carrot Cake to 3. Brussels Sprouts its packed meals. Should you have has over 20 an insatiable craving for Nasi Briyani varieties of freshly- in the middle of the night, but are cooked mussels not near any good supper spots, 7-Eleven offers tasty and convenient solutions. Nowadays, the delicious Egg, Turkey Bacon and Cheese sandwich from 7-Eleven is my favourite lunch companion in between all my appointments. But 7-Eleven’s food is not just for grab-and-go moments anymore. Its very first café concept store at UE Square aims not only to be a convenience store, but also a place where customers can settle down for a relaxing meal.

3 A large store with a quiet, comfortable seating area, customers can definitely enjoy a good tea-time “With its exclusive waterfront break right here. What makes this store so different from the other location, Quayside Isle will 7-Eleven stores is that it sells Oden, a popular Japanese dish that is well- offer a diverse gastronomic received in 7-Eleven’s sister stores in South Korea and Taiwan. selection for all occasions.” The Oden is cooked on the spot by the well-trained store managers Truly a store and served pipping hot to the customers. It can also be paired with the 7-Select cup noodles. Other than Oden, the store also sells a whole range of other ready-to-eat items such as freshly baked pastries, waffles and Brussels Sprouts – Belgian Beer & With an enchanting location, and more premium Cafe Royale Coffee. Mussels brings over 20 varieties panoramic views and a host of 7-Eleven might be an unlikely place to expect a café-like atmosphere, of freshly-cooked mussels and 180 gastronomic delights, Quayside but now you can find it at almost 20 7-Eleven stores island-wide. Belgian bottled beer labels. Isle provides the perfect magical Think 7-Eleven is only a Picotin Express will offer home setting for lovers to romance, convenience store? Think again! 7-Eleven at UE Square is located at 81 Clemenceau Avenue, #01-24 delivery and catering for Sentosa families to celebrate, and special Singapore 239917 Cove. Other established names occasions to be remembered. By Lee Li Ying include all-day dining café Kith, To enhance accessibility, a with a comprehensive menu of free shuttle service is available In my secondary school years, in between the short pauses after Try 7-Eleven’s tasty local delights. breakfast, salads, sandwiches within Sentosa. Just hop onto bus school dismissal and the start of long hours of dreaded remedial and gourmet coffee; and Italian number 3, operating between 8am classes, my trusty group of companions would often (illegally) gelateria-bar Note di Sicilia to 10.30pm daily, at 30-minute traipse past the school security guards and run out, taking a short serving daily-made gelati, granite, intervals. Board at the Beach flight of freedom down to the 7-Eleven store directly opposite the sorbetti, Sicilian sweets and a Station Bus Interchange and alight school. Tired of the stale options offered in our school canteen, comprehensive list of cocktails, at Sentosa Cove Arrival Plaza, a the wide array of comparatively tastier food and the short sojourn Italian liqueurs and wines. stone’s throw from Quayside Isle. away from the suffocating walls of academia was one of the fondest These will be complemented by Quayside Isle has also been memories of my secondary school days. a trove of curated specialty stores awarded the Building and We would grab cheap ramen cup noodles, pizza bars, re-heatable including Jasons the Gourmet Construction Authority (BCA) boxes of pasta and giant cups of Slurpees and cluster outside the Grocer; Little Provence, offering a Green Mark Platinum, the highest stone tables at void decks, exchanging laughter, conversation and comprehensive range of gourmet rating accorded. food. My memories of 7-Eleven are intimately tied to the days of products from Southern France; Quayside Isle is part of the my youth: the simple pleasure of being able spend precious, stolen and The Straits Wine Company, integrated luxury enclave moments with friends over convenient, affordable and tasty food. boasting a well-stocked cellar. at Sentosa Cove. W Over the years, 7-Eleven has added more selections of local RECIPE 2 A taste of Singapore We review food blogger Dr Leslie Tay’s new book, Only The Best!: The ieatishootipost Guide To Singapore’s Shiokest Hawker Food

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In Singapore, we have built our dishes that have at least a four-star rating have been featured in this lives and identites around food. book. For every dish featured in his book, Leslie has also selected a Nothing screams Singaporean favourite stall with his stamp of approval, “Leslie’s Pick”, so you know more than the familiar memories for sure what you do not want to miss out on. related to food. The book not only showcases the best gastronomically delightful Most Sunday mornings, my dishes, but also offers little nuggets of information and trivia regarding mother runs to the hawker centre the origins of the dishes, and dispels common misconceptions downstairs and comes back home associated with a dish. For example, do you know that the best paus with a packet of white carrot cake are the ugliest ones, because the skin is so thin that the juices have wrapped in greasy brown paper for soaked through? my father. At midnight, my friends Leslie also offers some helpful health tips: teh halia (ginger tea) is and I forsake sleep and gather for perfect after an oily meal as the tannin in the tea acts as an astringent supper and gossip over a warm, to wash down the flavours and the ginger relieves bloat. The book also frothy cup of teh tarik and crispy features a guide to Singapore’s favourite King of Fruits: the durian. fried Indian rojak. We send parcels This section introduces readers to different kinds of durians, and of Milo, bottles of local sambal differences in fragrances and other subtleties. chilli and laksa-flavoured instant Personally, the best parts of the book for me were the beautiful noodles (the closest substitute to photos of food, which left me with an insatiable craving for teh tarik the real deal) to our friends and and Hokkien mee. Luckily, I now know where to satisfy my cravings. loved ones overseas. Only The Best!: The ieatishootipost Guide To Singapore’s Shiokest So much of what we know, and what links us most intimately and Hawker Food ($17) is now available in all major bookstores. instinctively to this tiny island, is the familiar aroma of our local hawker food. Our sense of home settles upon morsels of food we have known for our whole lives. White chocolate This is why Only The Best! - food blogger Dr Leslie Tay’s new culinary guide to Singapore’s most outstanding hawker food - is such an essential must-have for all Singaporeans. Dr Leslie Tay started his blog in 2006, because he wanted to see a website which lists Singapore's matcha cupcakes best hawker food with beautiful photos and frank reviews. It has since become the most read food blog in Singapore, was voted Best Food Blog in the 2009 Asia- Pacific Blog Awards and won the Food blog Kell’s Kitchen calls this easy Bloggies award for Best Asian Weblog in 2010. A family physician by dessert “Broccoli” due to its pretty green hue day, the popular blogger who goes by the moniker of ieatishootipost lives by his personal mantra: “Never waste your calories on yucky food.” You can be sure that his lips-smacking recommendations are This recipe makes 12 regular- Let the chocolate melt, stirring definitely worth the extra few notches on your belt. sized cupcakes. occasionally. Let it cool slightly. With dogged determination, the hawker food aficionado has sought 4. In a large bowl, cream the out the most drool-worthy local dishes from all corners of the island INGREDIENTS butter and sugar until light for more than half a decade. The book is categorised by various 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour (this takes about 5 minutes). popular dishes like nasi lemak, popiah, bak kut teh, bak chor mee and 1 teaspoon of baking powder Beat in the eggs one at a time, Hokkien mee that Singaporeans identify with. 1/2 teaspoon of salt followed by the melted white Leslie rates the food that he has tasted out of five stars, and only 1/3 cup of butter, softened chocolate and vanilla extract. 1/2 cup of sugar 5. Alternating, add the flour 2 eggs mixture and milk. Mix until just 4 ounces of white chocolate, incorporated and no streaks chopped of flour remain. “The book showcases 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract 6. Divide the mixture between two 1 cup of milk bowls. Leave the first bowl as 2 teaspoons of matcha powder it is, and add the matcha gastronomically powder into the second bowl. METHOD Mix well. delightfully dishes, and 1. Preheat the oven to 160 °C. 7. Spoon one mixture (either one, 2. In a medium bowl, whisk up to you) into the cupcake together flour, baking powder tin until about 1/3 full, followed offers little nuggets of and salt. Set aside. by the second mixture until 3. Prepare a double boiler. Bring about 2/3 full. Let them bake information and trivia half a saucepan of water for 20 to 23 minutes, or until to a boil, then take it off the a tester comes out clean. heat. Put the white chocolate regarding the origins in a microwave-safe bowl, Recipe taken from and place it over the saucepan. kellkelkell.wordpress.com of the dishes.” 08 • WEEKENDER • DECEMBER 28, 2012 - january 3, 2013 YOUR INSPIRATION TO A WEEKEND FILLED WITH FUN AND HAPPINESS

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Lim Sheng Yu “I’ve gained a new S perspective and A league of broadened my horizons. our own I wouldn’t want to be in The ASEAN Basketball League any other team. I like aims to boost the profile of the whole culture here Southeast Asian basketball Launched in 2009, the ASEAN Basketball League – we work hard, and is known as the ABL and is a professional sports association dedicated to the advancement of we play clean.” basketball throughout the region. The first regional professional basketball league in Southeast Asia, it - Lim Sheng Yu was founded by Tan Sri Tony Fernandes and Erick Thohir and is owned by ASEAN Sports Ventures (ASV). Games take place in various locations Wong Wei Long in the region. For the 2013 season, the ABL will feature six teams. In addition to the Singapore Slingers, there are also the Chang Thailand Slammers, the Indonesia Warriors, Vietnam’s , the ’ San Miguel Beermen, and Westport Malaysia Dragons, formerly known Hoops of as the KL Dragons. Two young players from Earlier this month, ABL announced a partnership with ESPN STAR Sports (ESS) for ABL Friday the Singapore Slingers Basketball on ESS networks. In addition to live tell us why they fell broadcasts of matches, fans can also catch the games on platforms like ESPN Player and Mobile in love with basketball ESPN. The ABL will kick off its fourth season glory on Jan 11, 2013, with a match between the San Miguel Beerman and the defending champion, hat’s it like to play for encouraged to play what I love.” School. “That was when I Indonesia Warriors. Singapore’s first and Wei Long became decidedly devoted was formally introduced only professional to basketball in primary school, partly to basketball, and it Wbasketball team while because he was inspired by his coach was hugely different being full-time students, you might at Kheng Cheng Primary School. The from how I had been wonder? Well, for Singapore Slingers man, nicknamed “Lao Han”, had a playing before,” Sheng Lim Sheng Yu, 22, and Wong Wei Long, reputation for being “the fiercest coach Yu remembers. 24, it means that every second in my district”, Wei Long recalls with “I thought I was so good I’d need a steady income. Being a full- counts. Throughout this interview, a chuckle. “He was a very good coach; at basketball, but there were a lot of time athlete, especially in Singapore, which cuts into their warm-up and I got to know him very well.” things I wasn’t aware of at all. There is not an easy lifestyle.” Wei Long has training time at Tanglin Trust School’s While they may play the same sport was more defence, more running, similar sentiments. “I do want to get lovely basketball facilities, the two now, Wei Long says his style is quite a lot of theory; I learned about some work experience in the real players never stop doing their different from his Dad’s. “He is more baseline plays and sideline plays. world. I want to be a teacher, and I am stretching exercises. aggressive, doesn’t dribble much, It was a lot more intense.” working towards that.” Their team-mates do short sprints shoots with both hands, and is very Last year, both players deferred their Pragmatism aside, it is nevertheless and other warm-up exercises all accurate,” he says. “Whereas I dribble studies to play for the Slingers full abundantly clear that both love around us as Sheng Yu and Wei Long faster and shoot with one hand.” time. They have currently reverted their chosen sport. For now, they are offer their thoughtful, focused answers Father and son do share one thing to part-time players, and attend having the time of their lives. “Being to our questions, all without breaking in common – they are both known as many training sessions as they part of this team and the ASEAN a sweat. It’s all very impressive, for long-range shooting. His Dad’s can while pursuing their studies. Basketball League has giving us a and you leave feeling entirely advice to him has the ring of a life Sheng Yu is studying environmental lot of opportunities,” says Wei Long. unsurprised that both have been lesson: “Don’t waste the opportunities engineering at the National University “I didn’t know where I stood as an described by Singapore Slingers you are given. If you get the chance, of Singapore, while Wei Long is an athlete until I played with all these general manager Michael Johnson attack the rim.” electrical engineering student at different players. Travelling with the as showing “great potential”. As for Sheng Yu, he started playing Nanyang Technological University. team, meeting different people and Both developed a passion for the three-on-three street basketball “My parents were taken aback by experiencing different cultures has sport at a young age. Wei Long’s with neighbourhood kids when he my decision, but they let me make also been great.” father is Wong Yen Poong, a former was a young boy. “I thought playing my own choices and were very Sheng Yu agrees. “I’ve gained national player for Indonesia. “He basketball would help me grow taller,” supportive,” says Sheng Yu of his a new perspective and broadened made the national squad at 15, which he says. “At that age you always want year as a full-time athlete. “I never my horizons. I wouldn’t want to be is amazing,” Wei Long tells us. “When to be the tallest and the strongest.” regretted going full-time, but it’s time in any other team. I like the whole I was young, my Dad took me to his But he only started playing the sport to get back to reality. I cherish this culture here – we work hard, and games. But he never really pressured seriously when he joined his school experience now when I am young, but we play clean.” W me to take up basketball, I was team at Bukit Panjang Secondary in the future when I’m raising a family HOBBIES

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trick like a double back flip and you finally master it, it is an awesome feeling because there is now a new major trick in your personal archive. The more you progress, the more you want to try more challenging stunts. Flowboarding teaches me never to give up. Nothing is impossible if we put enough effort into it.” It may seem intimidating, but people of all ages can enjoy flowboarding. Extraordinary strength is not required; rather, it is more essential to learn how to balance one’s body weight against the wave. 2 Says Fariz: “Flowboarding is a combination of different sports, and a fun way to chill by 1. Perform gravity-defying stunts with flowboarding the beach.” Head down to Wavehouse Sentosa to try out 2. This sport may seem this heart-stopping ride for yourselves. Prices intimidating, but people from diverse backgrounds start from $35 per hour on the FlowRider can enjoy flowboarding and $45 per hour on the FlowBarrel. All riders must present government-issued photo 3. 17-year-old professional flowboarder Fariz loves identification in order to ride, and riders Go flow the sport with all his heart under 18 years of age must have a parent or legal guardian with valid photo identification Adrenaline junkies will be thrilled by the present to sign off. challenge of mastering flowboarding, which combines elements of sports such as For more information regarding wave rides and prices, surfing, skateboarding, and snowboarding visit www.wavehousesentosa.com Wave House is located at 36 Siloso Beach Walk, Singapore 099007 By Lee Li Ying

3 There is always something thrilling and a 17 year-old surfing vs flowboarding refreshing about the promise of the seaside. flowboarder who Loch Inc. The white curl of the surf against the shore; recently represented Singapore in the World The company builds structures called the We compare the two sports to see how they stack the parade of ripped, sculptured bodies on the Flowboarding Championship 2012, stumbled FlowRider and the FlowBarrel, within which up against each other beach; the ring of laughter and the scent of across this daredevil sport while at a family flowboarding takes place. Powerful pumps THE ELEMENT OF UNPREDICTABILITY careless freedom in the air - you can’t quite chalet event held at Costa Sands Sentosa. project a layer of water at high speeds of Flowboarding is done in a largely controlled and regulated environment, find any other place on earth that can offer Egged on by his uncle to conquer this between 32km/h to 48km/h, and the resulting so get ready for non-stop fun without having to wait for the opportune you both the seductive potential of excitement seemingly intimidating man-made wave waves are engineered to replicate the shape of moment to catch a wave. As long as the FlowRider or FlowBarrel is up and calm serenity at once. sensation, Fariz recalls with a laugh: “It was so ocean waves. and running, you can be assured that there will be no time wasted while In Singapore, the only element missing hard to balance initially, and it frustrated us so Fariz explains that the FlowRider is the you are trying to learn how to conquer the waves. from the perfect summer equation is the much! “ Despite much stumbling and splashing easier of the two wave sensations. It creates a Surfing, on the other hand, requires a little more patience and ingenuity. lack of exciting waves that can offer you around, Samir and his uncle kept going at it safe, non-curling, endless wave that is perfect Surfers have to learn how to paddle, and how to catch the wave at the a rollercoaster ride specially designed by until they were able to finally ride the waves for complete beginners. right time. The latter requires a bit of luck and instinct. In flowboarding, Mother Nature. without the instructor’s assistance. First-timers will begin with a bodyboard, the flow of water is relatively constant. Changing conditions, such as wave But don’t be disappointed just yet. Flowboarding involves riding a bodyboard laying down on their tummys and using their size and strength, are taken out of the equation. A splendid, and possibly even more or a flowboard on artificial waves called sheet legs as rudders. After they have become more It can also be said that flowboarding is considerably safer and easier exciting, alternative to surfing in Singapore is waves, and performing various tricks and acquainted with the motion of the waves and to learn without the element of unpredictability. As Samir Abdat, Fariz’s flowboarding. This water sport incorporates turns. Invented by Tom Lochtefeld, the sheet have learnt how to balance while laying down, mentor says, “Parents can be assured that their children will be safe and elements of surfing, bodyboarding, waves are the patented constructions of Wave they can then move on to using the flowboard. will not be in danger of drowning while flowboarding!” skateboarding, skimboarding, snowboarding Gutsy risk-takers and wakeboarding. As you might expect, are often drawn SWEATING THE TECHNIQUE combining all these different boardsports “As you might expect, combining to flowboarding While the equipment used for surfing and flowboarding may look similar, gives thrill-seekers an excellent avenue because of the the boards used are actually quite different. Flowboards are completely to test their limits. all these different boardsports adrenaline involved, smooth underneath and lack the small fin-shaped protrusions found on Whether you are a beginner completely and the thrill of trick the bottom of wakeboards and surfboards. new to the sport, or a top professional athlete, gives thrill-seekers an excellent progression. Flowboarding boards are also smaller, as the constantly moving water flowboarding provides the perfect fix for all the Fariz says, his eyes of the FlowRider and FlowBarrel has greater surface tension and can adrenaline junkies out there. avenue to test their limits.” shining fiercely: support a smaller board. The young and gregarious Fariz Samad, “When you do a new YOUR INSPIRATION TO A WEEKEND FILLED WITH FUN AND HAPPINESS DECEMBER 28, 2012 - january 3, 2013 • WEEKENDER • 09

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