Great New Places

Liv Activ is a multi-sport lifestyle retailer for the contemporary athlete. Their brands are carefully hand-picked for the disciplines they primarily focus on. Their products sit at the intersection of performance sports and an active lifestyle, enabling their customers to traverse urban and natural landscapes with ease.

They frequently use and test the gear they sell and they stand behind their products with a 100% quality guarantee. They seek out the right gear for your active lifestyle! Visit their newest outlet at Velocity@Novena Square.

Located at a prime location in Singapore’s Raffles Place, JustCo @ 20 Collyer Quay will welcome a multi-faceted co-working community and unique tenant mix to the commercial building.

This centre will enjoy a unique street frontage facing the busy Collyer Quay, and sheltered access to Raffles Place MRT. Occupying 16,800 sq ft across three levels and interconnected by an iconic stairway, members and tenants of the building can take advantage of the centre’s community areas such as café, lounge area and event spaces.

Highlights of the space include a meditation corner, snooze lounge and reading area situated at the basement. Members can also expect to benefit from JustCo’s diverse community and innovative environment through regularly curated events and networking sessions. Aesthetically, JustCo @ 20 Collyer Quay features bold and vivid colour tones, a sprawl of greenery and tropical elements, alongside wood flooring and furnishing.

The Singapore Sports Hub launched the first sports, art and heritage walking trail titled The Kallang Story: A Sports, Arts and Heritage Trail, with the unveiling of the Merdeka Lions by Guest-of-Honour, Mr Baey Yam Keng, Senior Parliamentary Secretary of the Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth, and the Ministry of Transport. Mr Baey was joined by some 11 community groups for a guided tour of the trail, where they were taken on a journey of Kallang’s landmarks and the area’s vibrant history.

Mr Baey said: “There is a treasure trove of stories at Kallang. This was where many of our nation’s sporting memories were forged, and is also home to Singapore’s first civil international airport. I am heartened by this Kallang Story project, which documents some interesting elements of our heritage in the year of Singapore’s Bicentennial. I encourage everyone to come explore the area with familyand friends, relive old memories, and reflect on our Singapore Story.”

The new three-kilometre educational walking trail tells the story of Kallang through 18 heritage markers, artefacts, architecture, and new artworks sited around Singapore Sports Hub. These artworks are commissioned by Singapore Sports Hub to celebrate Kallang’s heritage and local talents. The artworks will be rolled out in phases. This walking trail is a community project supported by the National Heritage Board (NHB) in partnership with Sport Singapore and Republic Polytechnic. The launch is part of the Singapore Bicentennial commemoration 2019.

Members of the public can explore the 18 markers as one whole, or in three separate smaller walking trails - The Waterfront Trail, The Stadium Trail and The Park Trail. Each of the trails tells the Kallang story by highlighting prominent landmarks in the area, both past and present. The Waterfront Trailfaces the Kallang Basin, a body of water with a rich history going back at least 400 years and reveals the riverine communities who once called this area home, the traditional industries that contributed lasting place names, and the legacy of water sports. The Stadium Trail explores the grounds of the National Stadium and covers major architectural icons which played key roles in sports, politics, energy, aviation and entertainment in Singapore. The Park Trail ventures into the former grounds of Kallang Park, journeys through memories of the old Wonderland Amusement Park and ending in front of the Singapore Indoor Stadium.

The Merdeka Lions now sited at Stadium Roar, facing the Kallang Basin, are replicas of the original artefacts that were initially commissioned by the Public Works Department (renamed ‘CPD Corporation’) as part of the Merdeka Bridge that was built in 1955. With the widening of NicollHighway, the sculptures were then moved to Kallang Park, before being shifted to The SAFTI Military Institute.

Members of the public can look forward to spotting 14 uniquely designed repurposed benches made from the timber seats in the former National Stadium. The installation of the 14 benches has enlivened Sports Hub’s public spaces to build community interactions and create shared memories. This underscored the intent of this “Re:Bench” CommunityProject, a collaboration between Singapore Sports Hub and the Urban Redevelopment Authority.

Visitors can pick up self-guided tour maps of The Kallang Story: A Sports, Arts and Heritage Trail at the Sports Hub’s Visitors Centre at OCBC Square.

Danz People at Marina Square is one of Singapore's premier dance studios. The dance studio was founded in 2008 with the aim of providing a range of dance related activities, catering to both seasoned and novice dancers, offering courses for all ranges of levels.

Instructors at Danz People range from street dancers to those professionally-trained in classical ballet and jazz, offering a wide variety of genres across different disciplines.

Find out more about their facilities and course programmes here.

6 Raffles Boulevard, Unit #02-15/17 Marina Square

Tel: +65 6884 9072 Email: dance@danzpeople.com

FOREVER A FOOT AHEAD.

Keds started designing sneakers for women in 1916 with a simple, yet chic take on canvas footwear. Their goal was and still is to empower women to be who they want to be and go where they want to go. Check out their newest store at VivoCity.

Founded in 1916, Keds redefined footwear with the introduction of the Champion sneaker. The iconic design was one of the first options to provide women with accessible, fashionable footwear and ignited a style revolution. For more than 100 years, Keds have been worn by iconic women such as Audrey Hepburn, Katharine Hepburn, Marilyn Monroe, Jackie O and Yoko Ono.

Celebrating its centennial year in 2016, Keds looks forward to another century of designing innovation collections, championing female empowerment and putting Ladies First.

Based at 7 Maxwell Road, the newly-opened Ministry of Fitness has access from Telok Ayer Street and is located directly above the Amoy Street Food Centre. Spanning a space close to 9,000 sq ft; Ministry of Fitness is also home to The Singapore Trampoline Academy.

Their facilities include: a well-equipped Fitness Suite, Dance Studio and Functional Indoor Bootcamps space. The classes they currently offer are Bootcamps - Military - Trampoline Fitness - Spartan Obstacle Training - Dance Cardio and NS Ready which is designed for those preparing to take their IPPT (Individual Physical Proficiency Test).

Led by Ex British Military and SG Army instructors, they aim to deliver innovative and functional training programs which are adaptable for all ages and abilities. Set the conditions for those training for their first adventure race, to beat a PB or to mix up current training programs, your goal is theirs and united both will achieve and make this happen.

The Singapore Trampoline Academy specialise as a training facility dedicated to the growth and development of competitive trampolining in Singapore. Developed by qualified and experienced international coaches, their facility offers trampoline programs for beginners as well as athletes who aspire to compete at an international level.

Suitable from 4-yr old to Adult classes, they cater to everyone. They have recently collaborated with Superfly Monkey Dragons, Singapore’s Progressive Parkour / Movement Academy and Agency with an experienced friendly international team. Master your body and mind, Reconnect with your spirit, Challenge yourself with SFMD in a fun, supportive space. Discover yourself through movement.

Team Tactics Corporate Camps: Team cohesion is the foundation of operational effectiveness, how effective is your workforce? If your Corporate is looking for innovative opportunities to challenge your team cohesion and then trust their Team Tactics afternoon which is a unique opportunity that you must experience.

Lead by Commissioned Officers from the Royal military Academy Sandhurst, their ‘Team Tactics’ package promises to challenge you and your colleagues aptitude for communication, leadership and trust using simple yet effective team building strategies, the first of it’s kind in Singapore. Throughout this 2.5 hour package they will conduct a series of leadership and leaderless tasks, under varying conditions and challenge even your most senior / junior of members.

The new and eco-friendly Hilllview Community Club on Hillview Rise features lush greenery on its exterior and interior facades, and a special rain harvesting system which would help to conserve water.

Here's a fun fact: the CC is formerly known as Princess Elizabeth Estate Community Centre and is one of Singapore's earliest CCs. Its most popular feature back in the early 60s would be the black & white TV where neighbours would gather around to watch the news or cartoons! As the CC stands proudly in its original location today, the spirit of community bonding remains.

Facilities available at Hillview Community Club:

Dance Studio
Multi Purpose Hall
Activity Room
Badminton Court
Basketball Court

1 Hillview Rise

Tel: +65 6515 0073 Email: PA_HILLVIEWCC@PA.GOV.SG

In year 2022, residents of Bidadari estate will be able to enjoy a new regional park. This announcement was made by the Housing and Development Board (HDB). Bidadari Park is a multi-agency collaboration between HDB, national water agency PUB and the National Heritage Board (NHB).

The 10-hectare Bidadari Park will feature a lake, a 700 metre heritage walk, a 6-km experiential trails and a play area for children.

Apart from retaining of more than 350 mature trees in the area, the park will also be welcoming more than 2,000 new trees.

“At strategic locations, observation decks, viewing sheds, and pavilions will serve as tranquil rest spots for visitors, offering different views of nature in a rustic and naturalised setting,” said HDB.

Website: www.hdb.gov.sg

Ho Fook Hei at Great World City is Joyden Concepts' newest restaurant. Ho Fook Hei’s cooked-to-perfection Specialty Rose Wine Soy Sauce Chicken is prepared the traditional Cantonese way, using a time-honoured recipe passed down through the years.

The Cantonese have a saying that “a meal is not complete without having chicken”. The chicken symbolises not only prosperity, but also good fortune (“ho fook hei” in Cantonese), and is a must-have especially during festive occasions and celebrations. “Soy Sauce Chicken” was said to have been created over a hundred years ago in Guangdong Province, when a master chef from out of town sought to spice up the way the Cantonese traditionally poached chicken at a famous local restaurant, substituting bland water with a fragrant soy sauce based braising liquid, resulting in a flavourful dish that has become synonymous with Cantonese cuisine.

Ho Fook Hei’s Specialty Rose Wine Soy Sauce Chicken is prepared the traditional Cantonese way, using a time-honoured recipe passed down through the years. Poached in an aromatic braising liquid of superior soy sauce and a secret blend of Chinese herbs and spices resulting in a chicken that is flavourful to the bone with a hint of their signature rose wine fragrance.

Singapore’s homegrown fitness brand, True Group is excited to announce its plans for a new-concept fitness centre at Millenia Walk, which will become the largest commercial gym facility in Singapore.

The facility will be opened in two phases with a 23,000 sq ft area opening in June 2019, and an additional contiguous 18,700 sq ft space opening by the third quarter of the year.

True Fitness will be vacating its current Suntec City location in mid 2019, having outgrown it. In what will be a seamless transition for its members, the huge new 41,700 sq ft facility at Millenia Walk will enable the True Group to showcase its revolutionary ‘club-within-a-club’ concept which will feature TFX, True Group’s newest premier club, as well as curated fitness trends and workouts from the world over, giving True members options to experience the latest in fitness concepts and workouts without having to leave the club.

“This club will be the confluence of ‘big box’ gyms and boutique gyms, leveraging on the economies of scale that larger clubs enjoy,” said Sean Tan, Director, True Group. “We not only aim to offer more variety and choice in workout options, we are also taking a lead in the development of the fitness community via collaborations with third party boutique studios, and new fitness concept developers,” he added.

The True Group is currently in active expansion mode and will be opening its flagship TFX club in the new Funan shopping mall in mid 2019, whilst having recently launched its premium ‘Yoga Edition’ branded yoga club in Taipei (at the former location occupied by Pure Yoga, which exited the Taiwan market in January).

Marché Mövenpick is back at VivoCity with a fresh new look. Delight in delicious European cuisines set in a traditional Swiss village with original 500 years’ old Swiss mountain houses and cable car imported from Switzerland.

Enjoy traditional Swiss rösti, Spanish paella, German pork knuckle, French crepes (sweet & savoury), Italian pasta, pizzas, homemade soups, garden fresh salad and made-to-order Caesar salad, quality meat from the apple-wood grill and market-fresh seafood. See, smell and feel the non-stop fresh cooking right in front of you.

Quench your thirst with refreshing homemade lemonade, iced teas, premium hot coffee & specialty teas.

A new style of family life is here. The newly-opened Maggie & Rose on Dempsey Road is the most brilliant Family Members’ Club and Play & Learn drop-off Programme! The original club was dreamt up back in 2006, in the heart of London. Since then, the Maggie & Rose family has gone global with hip hangouts in London, Hong Kong and China; it’s THE home away from home for families to eat, play and learn together.

It’s been a long journey creating the ultimate family destination for little ones and grown-ups to enjoy, but now, that Maggie & Rose magic has landed on Singapore’s shores.

Get in touch, drop by and join them to become part of their awesome Maggie & Rose family!

Find out more about Maggie & Rose here.

Block 16A Dempsey Road

Tel: +65 6304 3510 Email: info@maggieandrose.com.sg

Nestled in the prime District 10 along Orchard Boulevard, Boulevard 88 by CDL consists of two residential towers perched above the upcoming The Singapore EDITION Hotel.

A new 28-storey freehold address like no other, Boulevard 88 is a haven of peace and beauty in the heart of Orchard Boulevard. Experience the privilege of open spaces that offer comfort and tranquility in a stunningly crafted sanctuary. The iconic residential towers are elevated to provide unrivalled views, now yours to own.

Spanning the two residential towers at the top is the Sky Boulevard, creating a dramatic tall ‘urban window’ and an outstanding skyline silhouette that is visible from the city’s surround.

Enchanting and enlivening, the Patio Lounge on level 2 presents the unique opportunity to host lavish outdoor parties for your distinguished guests. An exceptional lifestyle that lets you experience a new dimension of sophistication in home entertainment.

Designed by world-renowned architect, Moshe Safdie is also an urban planner, educator, theorist, and author. Over a celebrated 50-year career, Safdie has explored the essential principles of socially responsible design with a distinct visual language.

Safdie’s global practice includes projects in North and South America, the Middle East, the developing world and throughout Asia and Australia. Many projects become beloved regional and national landmarks, including Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Bentonville, Arkansas; Marina Bay Sands Integrated Resort and Jewel Changi Airport, Singapore.

Land Transport Authority (LTA) has announced the full opening details of Lornie Highway. The northbound Lornie Highway towards MacRitchie Viaduct, Adam Underpass and the remaining bound of Sime Underpass will open at 3am on 19 April 2019.

The Adam Underpass will allow motorists from PIE (Tuas) heading towards PIE (Changi) to have a seamless connection onto Lornie Highway (northbound) towards MacRitchie Viaduct, while the remaining bound of Sime Underpass will bring traffic from Kheam Hock Road towards Lornie Road (northbound).

This follows the opening of one bound of the Sime Underpass, connecting motorists from Lornie Road (southbound) to Lornie Highway (southbound) and Kheam Hock Road, on 24 March 2019.

Together with the southbound Lornie Highway that was opened in October 2018, the new Lornie Highway and underpasses will improve traffic flow along Lornie Road and the PIE, and cater to expected growth in future traffic demand.

For more information on changes to roads and bus routes, refer to their traffic advisory here.

Check out the official short videos released by LTA to help you navigate around the new roads better.

Nexus International School is honoured to have been chosen by the government of Singapore to be a major part of maintaining the city state’s position as a global leader in education. Their new site on Aljunied Road, which is scheduled to be ready for opening in 2020, will be Singapore’s latest state-of-the-art international school and will be the flagship Nexus campus.

This project represents an investment of more than S$232m for Taylor’s Education Group (TEG), owners of Nexus International School (Singapore). Mr BK Gan, President of Taylor’s Schools, released details of the exciting development and stated “the new Nexus International School (Singapore) at Aljunied will be the culmination of a vision formed in 2007 within TEG to provide a world-class holistic education through the Nexus brand. We are delighted with the success of Nexus in Singapore, which is a testament to our dedicated and expert staff, our supportive parents and our wonderful learners.”

The new Nexus campus will have a capacity of 2,000 students, up from the current site capacity of 1,200 at Ulu Pandan. It will boast cutting-edge modern facilities with a strong environmental focus, an Innovation Hub, flexible learning spaces, numerous play areas, a large capacity theatre, music recording rooms, a state of the art sports field, a 50m Olympic-sized swimming pool, gymnasium and fitness centre. The site has been designed by renowned international architects Broadway Malyan who have produced a stunning architectural vision that embodies the ethos and values of the school, offers quality design, and which is also sensitive to local customs and culture.

Website: www.nexus.edu.sg

Gardens by the Bay's 5,000 sq m new space, Bayfront Plaza is situated just next to Bayfront MRT station, houses indoor and outdoor spaces for the community, the Bayfront Pop-up Market, and themed attraction Floral Fantasy.

Gardens by the Bay is at heart a People’s Garden for all Singaporeans. Bayfront Plaza is part of Gardens by the Bay’s push to provide more opportunities for all Singaporeans to enjoy the Gardens in the years to come. The amenities offered at Bayfront Plaza add to the 95 per cent of Gardens by the Bay that is non-ticketed.

CEO of Gardens by the Bay Mr Felix Loh said, “Since we began, Gardens by the Bay’s visitorship has surpassed expectations, and the success of the Gardens allows us to give back to the community. We hope to do this by establishing more beautiful non-ticketed spaces and curating myriad events and programmes without admission charges for Singaporeans from all walks of life to gather and enjoy themselves amidst nature.”

Since Gardens by the Bay opened in 2012, total visitorship to date has exceeded 50 million. Last year alone, the Gardens received more than 12 million visitors.

Bayfront Plaza is the newest non-ticketed space designed for the community, after the Japanese-themed garden Serene Garden opened in November last year.

It sits on the site previously occupied by the Future of Us exhibition that was part of the SG50 celebrations in 2015. The iconic lattice structure that was part of the exhibition has been retained and integrated into the design of Bayfront Plaza.

At Bayfront Plaza, the public can look forward to the Bayfront Pop-up Market every weekend featuring about 30 stalls selling a variety of merchandise. In line with Gardens by the Bay’s community focus, the Bayfront Pop-up Market provides a platform for social enterprises to showcase their products, with a third of the stalls intended to be run by social enterprises.

To encourage ground-up efforts among organisations to bring the community together, the indoor and outdoor spaces are available rent-free for community-focused events.

Aside from Bayfront Plaza, works have also started on the building of another non-ticketed green space called Active Garden. This is an activity area for seniors, which also aims to encourage inter-generational bonding. Active Garden is expected to be ready in early 2020.

Hola Amigos! Señor Taco CHIJMES serves authentic Mexican street food with a great view to offer too which is facing the beautiful church.

Whether you are having a family day out, chilling with colleagues, hanging out with friends, moving on to wedding after-parties or just looking to enjoy life at its best, Señor Taco CHIJMES welcomes you with their great Mexican hospitality! They have not forgotten our little ones and prepared an exciting kids menu, with ample of play space for them to roam around while Mami and Papi indulge on their day off.

Birthday celebrations couldn’t be more exciting than the traditional Piñata blasting. Go visit Señor Taco CHIJMES to see how real Mexicans have fun!

One of many exciting F&B options at the new Jewel Changi Airport is TONITO Latin American Kitchen.

"TONITO" is the little brother of TONO Cevicheria, a Peruvian concept by the OLA Kitchen group. “TONITO” serves comfort dishes that are much more than just Peruvian cuisine though – showcasing authentic tastes also from regions like Mexico, Cuba, Argentina and Venezuela.

Their colourful logo is a “Latin American Corn” which is the staple in the whole region. Replacing the kernels, they added hearts to showcase the warm spirit of their people.

Created by Peruvian chef Daniel Chavez, and helmed by a team of local talents nicknamed “The Youngs”, the food at TONITO is reflective of the recipes collected from his travels around Latin America. The menu has a wide selection of Mexican “Tacos and Quesadillas”, Peruvian “Anticuchos”, Latin American sandwiches like Argentinian “Choripanes” and Venezuelan ” Pepitos”.

78 Airport Boulevard, Unit #02-248 Jewel Changi Airport

Tel: +65 6904 3975 Email: tonito@ola.kitchen

Viva Pilates Sentosa is an independently-owned and managed boutique Pilates Studio at Quayside Isle, Sentosa Island.

The only Reformer Pilates studio on Sentosa Island, Viva Pilates Sentosa's light-filled, exclusively custom-designed space is fitted with Pilates Reformers and Stability chairs and they run classes daily from 6am to 10pm.

Viva Pilates offer Group, Private, Pre-Natal, Athletic Conditioning for men and Pilates for Golfers Reformer Classes. Designed to tone and challenge your body, strengthen your core muscle groups, improve your posture, increase your flexibility and overall body efficiency.

Their studio is proudly home to a team of Fully Certified Instructors educated by the renowned Merrithew Organization in the Anatomy based STOTT PILATES® method.

Their team is qualified to design programs to best help you attain wellness through the Meaningful and empowering movement Pilates provides, each programme is tailored to meet your individual needs to maximise your progress. Find out more about their packages / classes here.

31 Ocean Way, Unit #01-23, Quayside Isle Sentosa Cove

Tel: +65 9186 0716 Email: contact@vivapilatessentosa.com

Dimbulah Coffee has recently opened their new bistro concept outlet within the Raffles Hospital complex.

The stylish bistro offers a gourmet menu and full bar service – open until late evenings.

Beverage highlights at Dimbulah include their signature coffees like Dimbulah Piccolo Latte and Dimbulah Flat White. The bar carries German beer, Veltins Grevensteiner, which is a unique lager from the Veltins brewery and is named after the place where it comes from - Grevenstein.

Lovingly nurtured, Dimbulah's exclusive Arabica coffee is grown, harvested, and roasted to perfection on their plantation, Dimbulah Mountain Estate.

585 North Bridge Road, Level 1 Raffles Hospital

Email: admin@dimbulahcoffee.com

Play to Learn, Learn to Play! A brand new experience is coming to you at Kiztopia, Marina Square!

Featuring over 20 play concepts, the 18,000 sq ft Kiztopia is an endless fun-filled place where they strongly encourage children and parents to work together as a team! Meet all 11 characters of Kiztopia when you are there, each specially designed in Korea and do make time to dine at their lovely café too!

Exciting program line-ups to promote healthy lifestyle and other skills like cooking, creating artworks, building their own robots etc. will be available for your little one(s).

OCBC Bank has established their 4th FRANK by OCBC store at University Town, National University of Singapore (NUS).

OCBC's sub-brand for Gen-Y, FRANK by OCBC is like a hip and fashionable banking club with cool credit / debit cards and stylish stores on offer.

The new store spans 947 sq ft and is Singapore's first open-concept bank branch. There are no shutters to keep people out, allowing this new store premise to stay open round the clock.

Established in 1960 as a food stall specialising in Hainanese chicken rice in the Pratunam district of Bangkok, Go-Ang Kaomunkai Pratunam quickly gained popularity among locals. Today, the brand is synonymous with the area, and in 2018 and 2019, the popular eatery was awarded a prestigious Michelin Bib Gourmand Award in the Bangkok edition of Michelin Guide.

At Go-Ang Pratunam, Singaporeans can indulge in aromatic chicken and rice dishes, soups, their signature braised pork and homemade chilli sauce. There are also vegetables, fish side dish options and desserts, creating the familiar communal dining experience synonymous with Singapore.

The National Parks Board (NParks) has commenced works on the new Bukit Gombak Park. Located at Bukit Batok Batok West Avenue 5, opposite Bukit Batok Driving Centre, the 4.8 ha park will feature a hill trek, a nature playgarden and other recreational facilities amidst nature and lush greenery to serve the different needs of residents. The park is scheduled to be opened in early 2020.

In planning for the new park, NParks engaged residents to gather feedback on features they would like to have in the park. In response to the feedback received, the new park will feature a Nature Area and an Active Area to meet the diverse recreational needs of the community.

Located on a hill, the Nature Area will allow park goers to appreciate nature up close. The main feature of this area is an inclined looped 400m hill trek modelled after the trails in Bukit Timah. Besides alleviating visitorship pressure on the nearby Bukit Timah Nature Reserve, the hill trek will help residents to stay healthy in nature.

NParks, together with the community, will be planting more than 2000 trees comprising some 16 species of trees, such as the critically endangered Yellow Flame (Peltophorum pterocarpum), and others like Belinjau (Gnetum gnemon) and Pink Mempat (Cratoxylum formosum) trees.

The Active Area will feature an open lawn for events, an outdoor fitness area, a community garden, a F&B outlet and public toilets. The existing basketball court next to Block 394 will also be incorporated as part of the park.

Other features at the Bukit Gombak Park will include a biophilic playgarden which will encourage children to play amid nature. A slide will be integrated into the natural sloped terrain and there will be nature-inspired play equipment, such as balancing beams set amongst trees and shrubs.

The park will also include a 480 sqm dog run, the first in the Bukit Gombak area. It will be sited on a flat terrain for dogs to run without leash, with benches for dog owners to rest.

Website: www.nparks.gov.sg

Bringing you a one-of-a-kind experience, b bar is a swanky hideout at habitat by honestbee and is home to an exclusive spirits and cocktail bar that presents New Age Classics, its first of many seasonal themes. Inspired by gastronomy and culinary techniques, ingredients are sourced from around the world, available for purchase at habitat by honestbee.

Resident bar manager Anton Gornev uses modern techniques to recreate classic drinks infused with local and Asian flavours. Originally from St Petersburg, Russia, Anton brings with him a wealth of international experience having competed in competitions across the globe. Employing gastronomy techniques such as fat-washing, sous vide infusion, milk clarification, and even using a bee smoker, Anton’s inventive style adds a layer of depth to b bar’s cocktails. Apart from a change of menus, b bar’s interior decor and uniforms will be updated accordingly to bring a new take to the experience.

Sharing his inspiration behind the current theme of New Age Classics, “As a bar that’s just opening, I wanted to shine a spotlight on classic cocktails to showcase how bartending began and evolved, but with my own modern take. habitat by honestbee is an exciting playground of exotic flavours and fresh ingredients that have inspired me to take on new concoctions.”

b bar is hidden beyond the Wine and Spirits alley of habitat by honestbee, serving as an element of surprise behind the illusive mirror. Colours and geometries give the shelving its own character with brass and stone adding to the richness of textural qualities of the space.

Those looking to ease back this month will be able to indulge in b bar’s low ABV (alcohol by volume) cocktails which pack more flavour than potency. To provide guests with more options, b bar’s menu is categorised into low to high ABV cocktails to suit any occasion. Not to be missed at b bar is Anton’s signature cocktail, Bienvenido, which is a Top 3 finalist in the 2018/2019 Bacardi Legacy competition. Also look out for Milky Whey, a classic milk punch cocktail made with a secret natural cola recipe comprising 15 ingredients, including dried lavender and coriander. More than your average mocktail, b bar’s non-alcoholic cocktails are complex and nuanced. Made with habitat by honestbee’s cold brew coffee from Hinoki and homemade kaya from Lazy Loaf, the Cold Brew Colada is a spin on the traditional Pina Colada.

Reservations are essential for b bar, please email reservations.habitatsg@honestbee.com.

34 Boon Leat Terrace

Email: reservations.habitatsg@honestbee.com

Tucked away in NewGen Retail concept habitat by honestbee, lies two exciting entrants set to shake up Singapore’s dining scene and change your notion of a grocery and dining destination. Introducing oyster and seafood bar hama hama, which brings Asian-inspired small plates and progressive cocktail bar b bar - habitat by honestbee's answer to a speakeasy that's beyond their famous mirrored cul-de-sac Wine and Spirits alley.

Conceptualised by Chef De Cuisine Vincent Ng, hama hama injects a rustic elegance into its seasonal sharing menu. With oysters as the main draw, choose from nine different types that range from French to Irish, including two house specials. hama hama 'pimps' oysters with five cooking styles that range from light (a cincau-like lemon and hot sauce jelly) to a crunchy bite (breadcrumbs with mentaiko aioli).

With its white and blue tiles and gold and brass accents, hama hama is a stylish kitchen and bar for seafood lovers. The main show-kitchen at the back and counter kitchen give guests first class seats to an intimate dining experience. With the ocean’s best catch of the day, guests can start off with the Truffle Udon made with shio kombu, packed with umami goodness in a truffle oil emulsion. The Bouchot Mussels are also a must-try - Chef Vincent uses hae bee hiam (dried shrimp) powder, dehydrated and made from scratch, served with deep fried hor fun strips.

“With Singapore’s hot and humid weather, I like to present dishes that are lighter and more refreshing on the palate,” says Chef Vincent Ng. “We really wanted to put a modern spin on fresh seafood, without overcomplicating things and keeping the flavours simple and clean. Think casual fine dining with the use of Asian ingredients and European techniques. Desserts take you back in time with some nostalgia twists.

Once your appetites have been satiated at hama hama, hit up their b bar which is just a few steps away and in a hidden spot in an unassuming neighbourhood.

34 Boon Leat Terrace

Email: reservations.habitatsg@honestbee.com

Established in 1913 and based in Switzerland, luxury home appliance company V-ZUG recently celebrated the grand opening of their first Zugorama in Southeast Asia and the first restaurant opened by V-ZUG in the world – V Dining.

Zugoramas are V-ZUG’s exhibition and advisory centres where customers can visit for detailed information on their products and personalised advice from their staff. You can experience V-ZUG products in action at the cooking demonstrations that are held regularly.

V-ZUG is a famed household brand name in their home country of Switzerland. V-ZUG develops, manufactures and sells high-quality and resource-efficient kitchen and laundry appliances, providing services that meet the highest standards. V-ZUG’s forward-looking innovations makes them stand out as a technology leader. V-ZUG is part of Metall Zug AG, which is listed on the Swiss Exchange in Zurich (ticker symbol METN) and employs over 5,000 employees in some 20 countries.

Since Zugorama Singapore began operation in late 2018, V-ZUG Singapore has quickly gained recognition from consumers and professionals alike. Accolades such as the Best Kitchen Appliances Award 2019 from leading luxury magazine Singapore Tatler and Luxury Home Appliances Award 2019 from the Society of Interior Designers Singapore attest to the quality of V-ZUG products, their outstanding service and luxury brand positioning.

6 Scotts Road, Level 3 Scotts Square

Tel: +65 6926 0878 Email: info.sg@vzug.com

Newly-opened at Scotts Square, V Dining is the first ever Modern-European fine dining restaurant by V-ZUG, features gastronomic creations by Chef Ryan Clift, Global Ambassador of V-ZUG, and Culinary Director at V Dining; and Head Chef, Lee Jing Peng. culinary menu is prepared using professional-level kitchen appliances designed for homes by Swiss market leader, V- ZUG. V Dining is the brand’s first restaurant in the world designed to demonstrate the quality and competence of its appliances to gastronomes.

"I became the global ambassador for V-ZUG in January 2017 and has been involved in the menu development and product launches for the brand with other global ambassadors. It is a great honour to be working with them as V-ZUG's appliances feature one of the best technologies in the market. I love working with technology, it allows me to do what I do, thus the better the technology, the better I become,” says Ryan Clift, Culinary Director, V Dining.

V-ZUG produces household appliances for the kitchen and wardrobe in the heart of Switzerland – Zug. The Combi-Steamers from V-ZUG made for private households, have such precise humidity, temperature, and steam generation control, which enable it to be used in the best professional restaurants and hotels, or even by private chefs for royalties and dignitaries around the world.

On the concept behind the restaurant, Chef Ryan says “Alberto Bertoz, Managing Director of International Division at V-ZUG AG is a visionary. As part of the pursuits to making the brand even better, he had an idea to create a fully functioning restaurant with the household appliances. I took it as a challenge and V Dining was conceptualised, designed, and created for V-ZUG and for gastronomes to experience.”

Diners get a choice from two-course and three-course set menus, and a five-course Chef Selects menu for lunch, served with complimentary petit fours, priced at S$48++, S$60++, and S$90++, respectively. For dinner, V Dining offers a four-course menu at S$138++, and a six-course menu at S$168++. Wine pairing option is available for an even more immersive and extensive dining experience.

In this fast-paced and ever-changing food and beverage scene in Singapore, Chef Ryan Clift believes he has found a model that works. Lunch and dinner menus will see a change every one or two months, with dishes that feature classical gastronomy, with a modern twist and fun approach that are priced fairly.

A first in Singapore and Southeast Asia, internationally-acclaimed photographer, Ron Greve, features his photography series “In Relation & Motion”, decorating the walkway into the cosy dining room at V Dining. The main focal points for his work are on conceptual, culinary, and portrait photography which can be seen in this series on display at V Dining.

Through innovative permutations of flavours and textures from around the world, every meal at V Dining is an unparalleled gastronomic experience.

6 Scotts Road, Level 3 Scotts Square

Tel: +65 6950 4868 Email: enquiries@v-dining.com

Colts Polo & Riding on Turf Club Road is a fun, family-friendly riding and polo school. They welcome riders of all ages to go there and learn the sport of the kings!

Their proven school horses and HPA-qualified instructors will take you through the basics of riding to playing the sport in a safe and fun atmosphere.

In collaboration with Paisano Polo Academy, they coach new-to-sport and experienced riders (children and adults) for polo riding and polo as a sport.

They place great efforts in teaching their students to understand the horses they ride, what makes them be better at what they do, and what happens in between the time they are not riding.

For their riding lessons and riding/polo camps, they will have their students spend their off-the-horse time learning the fundamentals of horse care, grooming, feeding and exercising. Read more about the Colts Polo & Riding here.

104 Turf Club Road

Tel: +65 9622 1059 Email: info@coltspolo.com

Micro Bakery & Kitchen at Serene Centre is a cosy bakery offering artisanal sourdough bread, vegan/gluten-free treats, small batch baked goods and kickass coffee.

Swing by Micro Bakery & Kitchen for a loaf of real bread! You can bring along your furry friend(s) too as the newly-opened joint is pet-friendly.

10 Jalan Serene. Unit #01-05 Serene Centre

Tel: +65 8339 4133 Email: micro.bakerykitchen@gmail.com

The flagship facility of Raffles Medical Group (Group) Raffles Hospital expands to a fully integrated medical complex with the official opening of the 22-storey Raffles Specialist Centre.

The additional floor area of 220,000 sq ft will allow Raffles Hospital to expand its clinical services and grow its clinics and inpatient beds to meet growing patient needs in Singapore for the next 10 years.

With Raffles Specialist Centre in operation, Raffles Hospital is able to offer more quality services through new centres, such as the Raffles Breast Centre and Raffles Vascular Intervention Centre. The two centres aim to provide one-stop care to medical conditions relating to the breast and disorders relating to the circulatory system respectively.

The areas freed up allowed for the retrofitting of two floors in Raffles Hospital to new wards to meet growing demand. Ward 10 consists of 64 private inpatient beds, including a presidential suite, 43 suites and choice of 2-bedded and 4-bedded rooms. Designed to be an oasis for comfort and healing, rooms in ward 10 are an ideal resting sanctuary for recovery. Ward 13 is designed with generous space allocation for patients under the Ministry of Health Emergency Care Collaboration scheme to recuperate in comfort. Read more about their expansion here.

585 North Bridge Road

Tel: +65 6311 1111 Email: enquiries@raffleshospital.com

Pearl Lam Galleries Singapore is pleased to announce the reopening of their new gallery space in Dempsey Hill, one of Singapore’s most vibrant lifestyle and dining hubs.

Founded by Pearl Lam, Pearl Lam Galleries is a driving force within Asia’s contemporary art scene. With over 20 years of experience exhibiting Asian and Western art and design, it is one of the leading and most established contemporary art galleries in China.

14A Dempsey Road

Email: info@pearllamgalleries.com

As part of efforts to cater to the growing needs of residents and towns, the upgraded Choa Chu Kang Sport Centre will be ready in phases from 2020.

The centre will include a renovated swimming complex with water slides, a sheltered training pool and new water play equipment. Plus it will also be home to a bigger gym and dance studio, an air-conditioned sports hall, and a new active health lab by 2021.

This year, Singaporeans can also look forward to the opening of 52 new indoor school sports halls, 32 new free-to-play school fields as well as two new play fields in Jurong Lake Gardens and Yan Kit.

My Learning Haven at Suntec City is a preschool with playgroup, nursery and kindergarten services for children aged 18 months to 6 years old. It is also where children from different backgrounds go to learn & interact with the feeling of being safe and secure. Their aim is to take learning back to the days where children were allowed to express themselves freely and learn as they played and interacted with one another.

My Learning Haven is a sister school of Josiah Montessori. It was started by their founders, Lena Lim and Wendy Tan who are pioneers in the early childhood industry with a combined experience of over 45 years in this industry.

Drop by for a meet & greet with My Learning Haven's staff members and know more about their unique integrated thematic-based curriculum that enriches your child with skills and fosters your child’s creativity and imagination.

3 Temasek Boulevard, Unit #03-374 to 378 Suntec City

Tel: +65 9817 1032 Email: info@mylearninghaven.com

WeWork is a global network of workspaces where companies grow together. At their newest convenient address at ARC 380 in Jalan Besar, you can discover floors of coworking and private offices that cater to needs you didn’t even know you had. Their spaces are designed to promote productivity whether you’re a team of one or 100, and month-to-month flexibility means your space is just as agile as you are. Plus, one all-inclusive rate makes things easy.

The Jalan Besar branch is also the firm's first site with additional amenities such as a sky terrace with a swimming pool, a gym and an open rooftop.

Any workspace can have a lounge, but theirs are decorated with custom murals. Your old office might have had a coffee pot, but theirs has a micro-roasted coffee bar and fresh fruit water. They’ve considered every detail so you can focus on your business. Beyond desks, staff, and amenities, find a community of forward-thinking companies and in-house events that connect you organically.

380 Jalan Besar, ARC 380

Tel: +65 6681 6768 Email: singapore@wework.com

Fauré Le Page is a prestigious French brand with more than 300 years of history and a grand tradition of craftsmanship.

The French luxury handbag and accessories maker is making its way to Singapore.

Fauré Le Page's Singapore flagship store is set to open at Takashimaya, Ngee Ann City this June and the store will be the fashion brand’s first in Southeast Asia & its ninth worldwide.

Fauré Le Page is a French firearms manufacturer established in Paris in 1717. The company which had long made holsters and gun bags, only begin to foray into the fashion world in year 2009.

Singapore's first and only French restaurant dedicated to serving authentic soufflés and casseroles is now open in the heart of Duxton Hill!

Celebrating French classics and boasting Parisian chic, Soufflé serves a delectable array of light, airy soufflés in both savoury and sweet varieties, including Comté Cheese Soufflé, as well as time-honoured classics such as the Grand Marnier et Orange Confites Soufflé. For a taste of regional French favourites, savour their range of traditional casseroles, such as the hearty Boeuf Bourguignon, Parmentier de Canard and Poulet Basquaise, fresh from the oven!

Enjoy a quiet moment of solitary bliss with one of their dishes, or order a variety for sharing amongst a group of loved ones. To accompany your meal, they also offer a lovely array of carefully-curated wines direct from France. C'est vraiment délicieux!

5 Duxton Hill

Tel: +65 6690 7562 Email: souffle@dhm.com.sg

Tokyu Hands has announced that they will open their newest branch at the upcoming Jewel Changi Airport. This will be the chain’s fourth branch to open in Singapore.

Tokyu Hands is a Japanese department store and offers their customers hints on enriching their daily life through their wide range of products and various events. .Shoppers at Tokyu Hands can expect to get their hands on a range of items from Japan including high-quality living ware, hobby, lifestyle products and more.

Website: www.tokyu-hands.com.sg

Email: info@tokyu-hands.com.sg

Photo credits: Tokyu Hands & Matcha-JP.com

Cashew Green is a home designed to bring nature in. Redefine your living spaces with an internal courtyard and elevated terrace garden with this 999-leasehold terrace house project by Far East Organization.

Every residence at Cashew Green is thoughtfully designed to blur the boundaries between the internal and external spaces. Creating a unique garden environment, seamlessly taking the beauty of nature right inside your home, Cashew Green offers you luxurious living spaces. A majority of the residences are composed of a basement, three-storeys of living space and an attic. The basement boasts of a car porch that can fit 2 cars and even a tandem lot for your third car.

Imagine a world that gives you the privilege of waking up every day to the soothing embrace of nature – Cashew Green. Nestled in an exclusive and prestigious enclave surrounded by many Good Class Bungalows, Cashew Green is set within the vicinity of Dairy Farm Nature Park, Bukit Timah Nature Reserve, and the Central Catchment Nature Reserve, which contains some of the country’s richest forests when it comes to biodiversity.

Live within minutes from the Downtown Line which includes the Cashew MRT Station and Bukit Panjang MRT Station. Enjoy the many delightful restaurants, charming cafes and great shopping finds that await you in HillV2, The Rail Mall, Junction 10 and Bukit Panjang Plaza. Be it groceries, your afternoon latte or a good book, convenience is never out of reach.

A lovely new addition to Keong Saik Road's wondrous tenant mix; Olivia Restaurant & Lounge transports guests to a setting that’s unique to Barcelona. Embodying the essence of Mediterranean soul, where values are centred around the kitchen, Olivia Restaurant & Lounge exudes a welcoming atmosphere and champions an elevated homestyle cooking.

Olivia's chef and co-founder, Alain Devahive, was from the now-defunct elBulli Restaurant as well as Catalunya Hong Kong and Singapore.

55 Keong Saik Road

Email: ‎info@olivia.com.sg

Cath Kidston, ‘The Home of Modern Vintage’, was founded in 1993 with a single store in London’s Holland Park. The company has become synonymous with classic British design, and nostalgic style, offering a full range of lifestyle products across homeware, accessories, women’s and children’s fashion in unique and playful prints. Cath Kidston is now open at VivoCity, #01-K30.

Museum @ My Queenstown along Commonwealth Drive is a community museum that showcases the story of Queenstown as Singapore's first satellite town.

Queenstown is named after the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II.

Entirely curated and run by numerous volunteers from civic group, My Community, Museum @ My Queenstown is a small but an educational & well-arranged museum that is worth a visit.

"Our Stories: Do you remember them?" is an exhibition made possible after a 9-year collection effort. It showcases physical and digital artefacts from the community that capture Queenstown’s history & heritage.

The programme spaces on the first and second level of the shophouse museum will host a series of talks, seminars and workshops. And the archival room on the 2nd level of the museum houses a wide collection of old photographs and artefacts contributed by residents and various institutions in Queenstown.

Modern Fencing Academy at Marina Square offers professional fencing programs for kids and adults. Experience the clash of cold steel, the thrill of duelling and the unbeatable feeling of victory. If you have always wanted to know more about this fascinating sport, now's the time!

Modern Fencing Academy is a leading sports institution in Singapore that coaches the Olympic sport of fencing. The academy provides sporting opportunities for talented young children and athletes in Singapore, encouraging them and developing them into world-class international fencers.

6 Raffles Boulevard, Unit #02-36 Marina Square

Tel: +65 6591 8630 Email: info@modern-fencing.org

Photo credit: Dimitry Ivanov.

Singapore biggest indoor skating rink, Hi Roller, is set to open in March. It will be a place where wheels and magic collides.

The fully equipped indoor rink offers rentals of inline and roller skates from size Euro 27 to 45. Their very own skate academy also provides different variety of lessons.

At Hi Roller, regardless of age and whether or not you are able to skate, they warmly welcome you to visit and join them for a fun filled session!

The much awaited Amazonia with a new arctic theme has re-opened at Great World City.

Amazonia offers Singapore's 1st Interactive Ball Fountain and Asia's 1st Interactive AI Gaming Impact Wall from Australia among other new improved play attractions. You've got to bring your kids!

Now bigger and better, Amazonia is a thoughtful children haven, where fun and adventure can be shared by the whole family.

Amazing new world of experience from the moment you enter.

1 Kim Seng Promenande, Level 3 Great World City

Tel: +65 6235 4522 Email: info@amazoniafun.com

Epicureans, rejoice! Udon Kamon has just opened at Eat At Seven, Suntec City. The restaurant offers the widest range of udon broths in Singapore, including shoyu-based dashi, tonkotsu, house speciality Japanese spicy magma and tom yum.

“Kamon” refers to “family crest”, which is used in Japan to indicate one's origin, family lineage and status.

The restaurant imports premium bonito (katsuo fish) from Kagoshima that has been aged for at least two years. The bonito flakes are freshly shaved and used to make dashi broth as well as garnish. Udon Kamon will offer two types of shoyu-based udon broth. Available in spicy and non-spicy options, its tonkotsu broth calls for white miso and pork collar, and is cooked for eight hours.

Helmed by Executive Chef Kamogi Noriyuki, Udon Kamon specialises in sanuki udon, the most popular type of udon in the Shikoku region. Made with Japanese wheat flour, salt and water, the noodles are thick, squarish and have flat edges. At Udon Kamon, the noodles are freshly made on a daily basis.

Pushing the envelope with its unique, first-in-Singapore handmade pasta creations that are customisable, full of flavour and affordable, is Pasta Supremo! Located at Suntec City, Pasta Supremo is a casual go-to pasta haven and all about ‘owning’ your pasta.

The brainchild of founder Shawn Kishore, who is also the mastermind behind popular Taiwanese zi char (home-style cooking) restaurant The Salted Plum, Pasta Supremo was conceptualised with the simple intention of making “atas (high end) food accessible” by offering a varied price range – from $8 for a basic bowl of Haus Marinara pasta to $15 for the 300 Day Grain Fed Fatty Wagyu – and fast, friendly service.

Elaborates Shawn: “Pasta is such a universally-loved dish, and what better way for even more people to enjoy it than with a build-your-own concept that results in your pasta, your way. Whether customers go ‘budget’ or ‘ball out’, they can be assured of quality ingredients cooked with passion while boldly seasoned with creativity; topped off with an all-round fresh experience.”

To keep things exciting and deliciously creative, Shawn, together with Executive Chef Dannel Krishnan take great pride in creating new flavours regularly, firmly subscribing to the belief that ‘anything is pasta-ble!’

Apart from the signature build-your-own pasta bowls that are prepared a-la-minute, Pasta Supremo also offers a ‘supremo’ (and decidedly non-conformist) range of a la carte items such as ‘haus’ pasta, sides, ‘Stuff on Bread’ monthly specials and desserts.

Diners can get in touch with their pasta-nality as they choose from a generous selection of vibrantly-hued and naturally dyed homemade pasta, sauces and a range of toppings such as Burnt Miso Corn, Bak Kwa Jam, 24-month aged Parmigiano Reggiano, Confit Garlic Prawns, Wagyu Karubi, and Unagi.

Levelling up their pasta game, Pasta Supremo offers three types of fresh pasta namely Long, Short and Curly made and air-dried daily. Available in vibrant colours of yellow, blue, purple and black, the pasta is naturally coloured with ingredients such as egg yolk, blue pea flower, beetroot and activated charcoal. Velvety in texture, these pretty showstoppers are a testament to time and technique needed when making fresh pasta.

3 Temasek Boulevard, Unit #01-365 Suntec City

Tel: +65 6909 8138 Email: contact@pastasupremo.co

Goodpack Limited, a worldwide leader in the provision of supply chain solutions, has opened its Global Technology Laboratories at their newly relocated world headquarters in Singapore’s East Changi District Hub. The Global Labs enable Goodpack to support its customers with a wider array of supply chain solutions and products that are grounded in research and engineering, while the company’s relocation strategically positions Goodpack within minutes of its key partner base as well as Changi Airport.

The establishment of Goodpack’s state-of-the-art technology facility better enables the company to deliver innovative solutions that are integrated with its patented container design. In addition to acting as a center of excellence, the Global Labs serve as a hub for Goodpack’s customer-focused engineers and its partners to explore creative business solutions and opportunities for collaboration.

Goodpack Limited is a world leader in the provision of supply chain solutions delivered through a network of strategically located global deports and fleets of intelligent, returnable containers. Goodpack is an innovator in developing safe and cost-efficient transportation and storage solutions for challenging payloads, including natural rubber, food and liquids and specialty industrial goods such as tires and automotive parts. We have team members, operations and depots around the world dedicated to simplifying our customers’ supply chain processes. The Company is headquartered in Singapore with regional offices in 22 countries and operational depots in 31 countries covering six continents.

Jiak Modern Tzechar is a family-friendly and halal-certified Chinese restaurant at Esplanade that serves up authentic and traditional tzechar dishes.

Set in a modern, jazzy and cosy environment, Jiak is a place for simple and delicious comfort food at affordable prices.

They embrace homemade goodness in all of their dishes and be sure not to miss out on their signature "Fish Head Curry"! They are confident that you will ask for it again and again every time you visit! View their menu here.

1 Esplanade Drive, Unit #02-14 Esplanade

Tel: +65 6252 8765 Email: enquires_epn@jiak.com.sg

Oasis Terraces in Punggol is Singapore's first new-generation neighbourhood centre.

The seven-storey Oasis Terraces is located along Punggol Drive and adjacent to Oasis LRT station. It houses a neighbourhood centre, a polyclinic, and a sheltered community plaza. It is envisioned to be a place that provides fun shopping, promotes healthy living and fosters community bonding.

Oasis Terraces overlooks the waterfront and boasts a community plaza with a state-of-the-art LED display for screening and advertising opportunities. At Oasis Terraces, residents and visitors can satisfy their retail and lifestyle needs, all under one roof.

681 Punggol Drive

Tel: +65 6229-3261 Email: oasis.terraces@cpgfm.com.sg

Trendspace (formerly known as JTC Furniture Hub @ Sungei Kadut) is Singapore’s first high-rise multi-tenanted development housing both furniture and furniture-related companies. It is set to house a thriving ecosystem of furniture industry players in areas such as manufacturing, interior fit out, design and distribution. The clustering of furniture players at the Hub will enable companies to share resources and foster synergies and collaborations.

The Hub comprises large modular factory units of about 500 to 1,000 sqm with the flexibility of expanding the space to larger floor plates of up to 3,000 sqm. The Hub will also feature trade showrooms, a training institute, an experience centre, a resource library and an e-commerce fulfilment centre.

5 Sungei Kadut Street 2

Email: jtc_furniture_hub@jtc.gov.sg

The Florence Residences is an upcoming mega residential project by Logan Property Holdings Company Limited with more than 1,000 planned units.

Primed for affluent living, The Florence Residences is an oasis for unsurpassed comfort. This magnificent residence, towering over the low-rise landed homes provides an exclusive panoramic view that stretches across the horizon.

Technology plays an instrumental role in nurturing a safe and comfortable environment at The Florence Residences. With Smart Home features, you can rest assured that a reliable security system has been implemented to the fullest degree. Customisation of scalable solutions make every living space one-of-a-kind and incredibly versatile, giving you the unsurpassed flexibility of transforming your home to suit any mood or occasion with the touch of a button.

The fastest growing German Burgergrill, Hans Im Glück, has opened their 4th restaurant at VivoCity.

Hans Im Glück elevates the humble burger into a never-boring, healthy, nutritious and delicious meal – with something special for everyone. They want you to relax as soon as you step into their forest-themed Burgergrill, whether in the company of family or friends, for business or even for just some alone time. Hence, special attention has gone to interior design, lighting and music to create the feel-good ambience.

1 Harbourfront Walk, Unit #01-57 VivoCity

Email: info@hig-burgergrill.sg

In celebration of their 14th anniversary in Singapore and also to accommodate their unprecedented growth over the years, SK-II Boutique Spa by Senze Salus, has moved its Millenia Walk outlet to a 4,000 sq ft space at Raffles City Shopping Centre.

The all-new flagship spa boasts over 20 plush treatment suites, a dedicated 'beauty bar' and spacious lounge area, as well as spacious & beautifully-designed private consultation rooms.

SK-II Boutique Spa has been around since 2004 and is the first and only spa in Singapore to use prestige skincare brand SK-II in its facial services. The spa doesn’t just pride itself on efficacious treatments, but also boasts of strong customer loyalty as a result of relationship-based management, and its suite of value-added services. It has set new benchmarks in the beauty industry via its service and experience innovations, as well as the retention of highly experienced beauty therapists and staff.

252 North Bridge Road, Unit #02-26B Raffles City Shopping Centre

Tel: +65 6336 4880 Email: enquiry@mysk2spa.com

Pasta Bar on Keong Saik Road is an intimate Italian & pasta restaurant by Chef Alessandro Guistetti.

Nothing is more Italian or more satisfactory to eat than a bowl of pasta. Known across Italy as “piatto unico” or “a complete meal” pasta has become a symbol of the Italian way of life – a symbol of family and friends gathering around the table to share, laugh, eat and create memories. At its simplest, pasta is a basic combination of flour and water but in reality, it is much more than that. Pasta and pasta making are deeply rooted in history, tradition and regionality and the recipes and techniques to make pasta vary from city to city, town to town, family to family.

Drawing on the traditions and techniques of his ancestors, Chef Alessandro draws on family recipes, handed down through the generations, to bring you dishes that reflect the regionality and diversity of Italy. Each and every one of their pasta shapes is handmade daily using a variety of semolina and ‘00’ flours combined with whole egg, egg yolks and water or a varying combination of these ingredients depending on the required texture, bite and intended use of the pasta, providing a different eating experience with every dish.

Buon Appetito

55 Keong Saik Road, Unit 01-05

Tel: +65 6222 0627 Email: mangia@pastabar.sg

Check out Shake Farm HQ's multi-concept beautiful shophouse at Telok Ayer Street.

They're the new big kid on Telok Ayer Street that everyone is talking about which has taken over a 3 storey high orange shophouse to bring you 3 levels of fresh food, fitness and fun!

Pop in during the day for some super bangin' protein bowls, salads, fresh shakes, acai bowls, coffee and more.

Swing by after work for some fresh fruit cocktails, low-carb beers, organic spirits and wine, healthy bar bites, good music and a fun time!

126 Telok Ayer Street

Tel: +65 9027 0177

The National Healthcare Group's Woodlands Health Campus (WHC) masterplan envisions personalised and quality healthcare for the community of the future by integrating three components - state-of-the-art medical hardware and software technology, therapeutic green spaces and seamless care with community and primary care providers. Set to open in phases from 2022, WHC will be a 1,800 bedded facility comprising an acute hospital, community hospital, specialist outpatient clinics and long-term care facility within a 7.66ha site.

WHC will be an open and welcoming campus, with various activities organised within the campus and parklands to encourage staff and patients to engage in an active lifestyle. WHC will also serve as a hub that fosters health promotion, engages residents and connects them to community care providers in Woodlands,Sembawang, Admiralty, Woodgrove and Marsiling.

Here is one for the east-siders. Ministry of Burgers at White Sands Shopping Centre was conceptualized to bring Malaysia’s famous ‘Ramly’ style burger concept / experience closer to the people in Singapore.

Travelling to Malaysia is a frequent family affair for many singapore families and many times it is never complete without having some ‘Ramly’ burgers, which are scrumptious & affordable burgers with rich Asian flavours.

Swing over to White Sands Shopping Centre to get your ‘burger therapy’, available all year long, with Monistry of Brugers' customised thick patties and special sauces.

You are assured of a ‘might in every bite’ at Ministry of Burgers.

Four Seas Fish Grill at Great World City pairs the freshest fish which are sourced directly from both local and international seas with their flavourful signature homemade Asian sauces such as their Old Ginger Sauce, Traditional Nonya Sauce and Homemade Sambal Chilli.

Their sauces are meticulously prepared from scratch using all natural ingredients. Grilled, steamed, pan-seared or wok-tossed, their specially-curated pairings accentuate the flavour of each fish, while retaining their succulent and delicate texture. Savour the delicious wholesome goodness that is fish today!

Get your Onitsuka Tiger sneaker fix at their newest store located in Ngee Ann City. Their vibrant new store is the label's 5th and also the largest store here in Singapore.

Established in 1949, Onitsuka Tiger began with a commitment to promoting youth health. The legend lives on today in the fusion of Japanese athletic heritage and modern flair. With designs ranging from updated classics to refreshing new styles and collaborations with like-minded artists, the spirit of Japan resonates in each new Onitsuka Tiger collection.

Fleek is a hip-hop club & lounge with the finest music & captivating visual experience. Previously located at Clarke Quay, they have recently relocated to their new playground at Marina Square, leaving their doors open late into the night for party-goers to drink and dance till the wee hours of the morning.

Patrons can expect awesome DJ line-ups, themed nights and more.

6 Raffles Boulevard, Unit #01-05 Marina Square

Tel: +65 8808 0854 Email: hello@fleek.sg

Here is one for the gin lovers. beGIN at Boat Quay offers a range of over 50 gins from around the globe. They have paired their drinks with a seasonal menu of contemporary British Indian small plates. Head over to discover their bespoke drinks soon!

27a Boat Quay

Tel: +65 6538 0584 Email: enquiry@begin.com.sg

The new Digital Loyang II (SIN12) Singapore data centre is expected to be fully operational by the third quarter of 2020, marking a significant expansion and further development of the Digital Realty Loyang connected campus.

Digital Realty (NYSE: DLR), a leading global provider of data centre, colocation and interconnection solutions.

The new data centre in Loyang Drive will be located less than 25 kilometres from Singapore's central business district and will provide up to 50 megawatts (MW) of critical power capacity to regional and global customers. The multi-story facility will offer a total footprint of 34,000 square metres and will ultimately broaden opportunities for more international companies to expand their core digital assets into the key Singapore market.

Both the existing SIN11 and planned SIN12 facilities are strategically located close to the Changi North Cable landing station, a key sub-sea internet landing station for the region. Digital Realty already enjoys a relationship with Singapore Internet Exchange (SGIX) to provide local peering at Digital Realty's Singapore data centre facilities in Jurong West (SIN10) and Loyang East (SIN11). Customers in both facilities benefit from this relationship through greater and more cost-effective connectivity options. These peering points on both ends of the island enhance the overall resiliency of the peering solution ecosystem in Singapore.

Proud of its Antwerp roots, the newly-opened Diamanti Per Tutti store at Raffles City makes diamond jewellery fun, fashionable and accessible.

Their jewellery is made from Sterling Silver, handset with ethically sourced natural diamonds and gemstones and available in 18 carat pink and yellow gold vermeil or white rhodium.

All of their diamonds are certified authentic & conflict-free and every jewel comes with a 2-year full product warranty.

Backed by 70 years of experience in manufacturing premium upholstery furniture, Chateau d'Ax is now in Singapore! They take pride in bringing quality Italian furniture that add beauty and functional comfort to any home. Visit their showroom at Palais Renaissance.

Chateau d’Ax is a leading manufacturer of upholstery furniture. Since 1948 Chateau d’Ax creates exclusive products. Helmed by the Colombo family for three generations, Chateau d’Ax upholds the strong values of family tradition, craftsmanship, quality, and unbeatable comfort.

Today, Chateau d’Ax is a leading Italian brand with more than 450 stores in 84 countries. Every day 2500 families in the world buy a sofa in one of the 450 monobrand Chateau d’Ax stores. Unique designs set their sofas apart from others. Every sofa comes with a choice of leather or fabric coverings that offer freedom of design.

390 Orchard Road, Unit #01-01 Palais Renaissance

Tel: +65 6219 3108 Email: enquiry@chateau-dax.com.sg

TungLok Group's newest dining concept, Duckland, is now open at United Square! Explore all there is to the beloved bird with the restaurant's 'farm to fork' concept, where top-quality ducks are specially flown in, all the way from Ireland.

Patrons can expect specialty duck dishes as well as dishes which do not feature duck as a main ingredient. Irish cuisine like Irish Lamb Stew, Bacon Cabbage Colcannon & more are availalble and there is something for everyone.

The Land Transport Authority (LTA) is pleased to announce the alignment and station locations for Phase 1 of the Cross Island Line (CRL).

The CRL is Singapore's eighth MRT line and also our longest fully underground line. When fully completed, it will serve existing and future developments in the eastern, western, and north-eastern corridors, linking major hubs such as Jurong Lake District, Punggol Digital District and Changi region. The projected daily ridership of the entire CRL is more than 600,000 in the initial years, increasing to over 1 million in the longer term.

LTA will construct the CRL in three phases. Phase 1 of the CRL (CRL1) is 29 kilometres long, and comprises 12 stations from Aviation Park to Bright Hill. This will serve residential and industrial areas such as Loyang, Tampines, Pasir Ris, Defu, Hougang, Serangoon North and Ang Mo Kio. More than 100,000 households will benefit from CRL1, and common recreational spaces such as Changi Beach Park and Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park will also become more accessible by public transport. Construction for CRL1 is expected to commence in 2020 and be completed by 2029.

Engineering studies are still being conducted for the other phases of the CRL, including the two underground alignment options in the vicinity of the Central Catchment Nature Reserve. LTA has consulted various stakeholders and will take all views into consideration before deciding on the final alignment. Details will be announced when ready.

With the improved connectivity, CRL1 will shorten travel times for commuters between the central, north-eastern and eastern parts of Singapore. For instance, a commuter staying at Serangoon North and working at Loyang Industrial Estate will enjoy travel time savings of up to 70%, from 75 minutes by bus today to 25 minutes on the CRL1. As with the introduction of other new rail lines, LTA will review the bus services in surrounding areas to optimise connectivity to CRL1 and the rest of the rail network.

CRL1 will connect to the East-West Line at Pasir Ris Station, North East Line at Hougang Station, North-South Line at Ang Mo Kio Station, and the upcoming Thomson-East Coast Line at Bright Hill Station. This multiplies the travel route options for many commuters’ journeys, thus enhancing the connectivity and resilience of our overall rail network.

Website: www.lta.gov.sg

The officially-opened Wisma Geylang Serai (WGS) is the community civic and cultural centre in the heart of Geylang Serai precinct. It is a multi-agency development that celebrates the heritage of Geylang Serai communities and encourages social interactions and community bonding among different communities of all ages and races.

It houses the Geylang Serai Community Club, the South East Community Development Council, the Geylang Serai Heritage Gallery Family Service and Child Care Centre, Senior Care Centre, and cultural arts group and social/community-related facilities.

Within WGS, there are public spaces, community plaza and a comprehensive pedestrian network that will enhance accessibility and connectivity to other developments in the precinct, bringing the wide range of facilities and services in WGS to the community. This development is a collaboration between the People’s Association, Ministry of Social and Family Development, Ministry of Health, National Arts Council, National Heritage Board and Ministry of National Development.

Geylang Serai was the origin of the Malay Settlement back in pre-modern Singapore. The word ‘Wisma’ can be translated as a building, complex or house. Wisma Geylang Serai was hence named to reflect the nature and functions of the civic centre.

The development’s double-pitched roof is influenced by traditional Malay houses and complements the adjacent Geylang Serai Market. At the same time, the design demonstrates a contemporary feel in its spatial planning, drawing inspiration from the “serai” plant to “ketupat” and “serambi” on stilts. It weaves and integrates multi-functional spaces and facilities into a cohesive overall design. This winning design amplifies the distinctive identity of Geylang Serai and strengthen its urban character.

1 Engku Aman Turn

Email: wisma_geylang_serai@pa.gov.sg

Roche Bobois, the French worldwide leading brand in design and distribution of high-end furniture has proudly announced the grand opening of its Singapore showroom with a brand-new design concept. The new showroom spans over 5,300 square-feet and features an expansive floor-to-ceiling window to frame the beautiful selection of Roche Bobois’s best collections in a dynamic space; this elegant showroom opening also marks another milestone in the brand's significant expansion in the Asia-Pacific region.

Located at ground level of Boon Siew Building along Bukit Timah Road, the Roche Bobois Singapore Showroom possesses a wide store front to entice passers-by to peek into its luxe interior, which from a distance resembles a jewel box.

The new showroom of Singapore enjoys an incredibly large window that brings visibility and light to the showroom. The focus is indeed to highlight that advantage, and thanks to a mirror illusion, they have created a double exposure that makes the showroom look bigger. Inspiration has been found in the green space in the surroundings. The illusion of an outdoor space within the showroom has been created, giving the impression that indoor and outdoor spaces are a single and same place. The light wood flooring is chosen to go with that peaceful indoor garden ambiance and highlight the gorgeous green wall. While the geometric indoor partition creates an open space, the dark walls disappear to leave the eye attracted by the light, creating depth in the showroom.

Roche Bobois is a ‘story of people’, a ‘family saga’ which is still continuing with descendants of the founders acting as today’scompany directors. It all began with the fateful meeting of two families, the Roches, a family from France with a successful family furniture business since the 1800s, and the Chouchans, immigrants from Russia who in 1950 opened their own furniture showroom in Paris called ‘Au Beau Bois’ (‘beautiful wood’) - a brand name which would later evolve into ‘Bobois’.

Together, they formed a bond with a mission to offer customers high-quality and innovative designs relevant to the time. By theearly 60’s, they had already designed their first collection together. The first Roche Bobois showroom, designed by the visionary architect and designer Pierre Paulin, was opened at the same time on the Boulevard Saint-Germain.

Today, Roche Bobois has more than 265 showrooms in over 55 countries, a true mark of its ambitious, accelerated programme of international growth. After 17 new stores opened in 2017, this growth has continued in 2018 in vibrant cities such as Hanoï, Washington, Tokyo and San Diego among others.

With a growing presence all over the world, Roche Bobois embodies the full diversity of French design. Thanks to its long-established network of European manufacturers and fruitful relationships with talented designers (such as Marcel Wanders, Kenzo Takada, Ora Ito among others) and also with prestigious fashion houses (e.g. Jean Paul Gaultier, Missoni Home), the brand has risen to the challenge of achieving an international presence by offering every client a personalised approach to home design and decor.

75 Bukit Timah Road, Unit #01-02 Boon Siew Building

Tel: +65 6513 1918 Email: singapore@roche-bobois.com

The 2019 Hearts of Georg Jensen pendant, designed by Jacqueline Rabun, celebrates the unbreakable bonds between parent and child or other loved ones. The elegant design is a celebration of human connections in the most relatable way: two hearts joined together as one. Available in both sterling silver and 18 karat gold – that offers the perfect opportunity to present a heartfelt gift. Visit the Georg Jensen's flagship store at Takashimaya Shopping Centre to select a special piece for that special someone this Valentine's Day.

S Lady is a multi-label clothing and accessories retailer at Raffles City and it is a shopping destination for the modern, dynamic and confident woman. S Lady have carefully curated a selection of quality contemporary pieces, providing women with day-to-night outfits for every occasion.

The Live Turtle and Tortoise Museum which has been at the Chinese Garden for about 18 years has recently relocated to the ORTO leisure park in Yishun. They welcome you to enter into a rare world of turtles and tortoises.

Sense the mystery of the river turtle, the awesome power of the Alligator turtle and the majestic beauty of the Radiated tortoise.

See and feel the spirit of the Sulcata Tortoise for luck, and the Thailand’s Golden Temple Turtle for wealth. Be fascinated by the wondrous Golden Terrapin and the Six Legged Tortoise. Listen to the lonely noise of the Indian Star Tortoise and marvel at the strange looking Soft Shell Turtle from India.

More than just a collection of reptiles - a true learning experience for all.

Don't let the Live Turtle & Tortoise Museum disappear. You can make a big difference by simply making a contribution or volunteering your time. Click here to make a donation to the museum or here to be a volunteer for the museum.

81 Lor Chencharu, ORTO

Tel: +65 6268 5363

Photo Credit to The Live Turtle & Tortoise Museum

MAVRX Coffee Bar is nestled in the corner of the Great World City office lobby. Having opened it’s first outlet at Duxton Hill with a strong focus on coffee, they’ve expanded their menu to include a selection of aromatic teas, and special lattes such as Genmaicha and a Seven spice chai.

Using the Allpress Espresso Blend made from 4 origins- Brazil, Sumatra, Colombia & Guatemala, our MAVRX house blend is a medium roasted coffee blend showcasing primary flavours of caramel and cocoa with a clean, crisp apple acidity.

Salt Media @ Capital Tower is Singapore's first and only cinema in the financial district.

Operated by Salt Media & Entertainment in collaboration with CapitaLand, Salt Media @ Capital Tower is an auditorium by day and movie theatre by night.

Professionally equipped with audio-visual system, Salt Media @ Capital Tower can hold up to 230 people in its comfortable tiered seats. Salt Media @ Capital Tower is the perfect venue for lifestyle events such as movie screenings, performances, meet & greet sessions and more!

The cinema will operate a cashless system. Ticket sales are online only, at www.SaltTheatres.com, with no sales at the door.

Function and sophistication converges at XZQT, a premiere name in imported designer Italian furniture, furnishings and lifestyle accessories designed to elevate your lifestyle. Visit their newest showroom, XZQT Portfolio at Paragon for a unique piece or two to spruce up your home.

With a wide selection of exclusively Italian furniture, XZQT is the essential furnishing destination for homeowners who seek stellar workmanship, durability and exclusivity when it comes to the pieces they adorn their home with. Lavish in uncompromised finishes, quality and durability, you’ll be satiated with unparalleled levels of comfort, transforming each house to a home. XZQT also boasts customizability with modular units with multiple colour options to suit each lifestyle and taste. XZQT is a must-visit, the ultimate one-stop shop for all your furnishing needs where design meets comfort and top notch Italian quality.

290 Orchard Road, Unit #04-49 Paragon

Email: enquire@xzqt.com.sg

Easy Noodles Bar at Foch Road serves mouth-watering handmade ramen and tortellini, all made from scratch. Click here to view their compact menu. They currently also serve yakitori and hotpot.

20 Foch Road

Tel: +65 8581 3521 Email: easynoodlesbar@gmail.com

From 14 January 2019, National University Hospital's outpatient paediatric services will be consolidated within a one-stop centre which was made possible through a generous gift from the estate of Khoo Teck Puat. Their new centre, NUHkids Specialist Centre, focuses on creating a therapeutic environment that is child-centric and family-friendly.

The overall ‘playscape’ design concept is inspired by nature. Studies have shown that through good play, a child’s body, mind and soul are stimulated which encourages interaction and creative development. The ‘playscape’ ethos begins from the arrival atrium. Its environment and interiors serve to provide your child and family a holistic care experience.

Their 10-storey outpatient centre is visually prominent with a lofty 14m-high arrival atrium, rising above the surrounding buildings. A clear separation of vehicular and pedestrian flow ensures a safe arrival and facilitates registration.

The spacious atrium aims to promote intuitive way finding for visitors arriving via different transports or from other buildings within the Kent Ridge campus. The linkway on the fourth level will connect the new centre to the Main Building, allowing integration with existing facilities (including inpatient facilities and services) and maximising operational efficiency for the existing and new services. The experience of each visit focuses on two essential aspects: one-stop convenience and a delighted child.

In order for paediatric consultation to be a pleasant experience for the child and the accompanying caregiver, they aim to provide a cosy and comfortable environment where stress is taken out of the visit.

Your child and family will first be greeted with an explosion of colours at their city-themed atrium. The journey to the upper storeys sees a nature-themed reception and waiting areas which will lead to the outdoor playground.

Traditional seating and room configuration are replaced by modular furniture that serve as play objects and resting areas. The sky gardens are adjacent to the waiting areas on every floor. This access to daylight and the outdoors creates a therapeutic environment integral for a healing experience.

Waiting time is translated into play time in the themed (i.e. rainforest, savannah, arctic) waiting area as the child climbs, crawls, interacts and explores the theme-inspired features within observatory vicinity of the parents.

The new centre will change the experience of a visit to the hospital for both the child as well as the accompanying caregiver.

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