Monthly Archives: July 2013

MAMA San Restaurant Bali

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Mama San

Opened by Chef Will Meyrick — who is also behind the famous Sarong Restaurant at Petitenget — MAMA San is an uber-trendy restaurant which serves Asian-inspired dishes. It is one of the most hyped about restaurants in Bali, and rightfully so.

Generally, most people are not receptive to the idea of spending so much on “fine dining” for Asian cuisine, yet at MAMA San, you do not feel that you are overpaying for street food as Meryick has managed to come up with a concept which provides the complete dining experience. It reinterprets and serves polished and modern Asian street food in an upmarket environment. Not an easy feat, that is for sure.

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Rock Bar Ayana Resort Bali

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Rock Bar Bali

Rock Bar at AYANA Resort is often known as one of the best bars in Bali to watch sunsets. The legendary bar sits on a rock at the base of the cliffs, and it offers an amazing view of the horizon. Prices range from Rp 135,000 (S$17.50) for a classic cocktail, to Rp 140,000 (S$18) for signature cocktails like Rock My World, Rockito and Spiced Rock. There is also a selection of savoury small bites Rp 90,000 (S$12) such as California Rolls, Lobster Spring Rolls, and Calamari Fritti.

In-house guests of AYANA can get priority access to skip the queue. But even if you are not staying at the Resort, you should go to Rock Bar during the evening to enjoy a cocktail and watch the sunset. The bar is extremely popular, so get there early by 4pm to get a table.

Rock Bar
AYANA Resort and Spa Bali
Jl Karang Mas Sejahtera, Jimbaran
Tel: +62 361 702222
Daily: 4pm – 1am

Guide to shopping in Myeong-Dong Seoul

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Myeongdong

Seoul is synonymous with everything beauty-related – cosmetics, skincare, eyelash extension, facial reconstruction, plastic surgery… you name it, and I am pretty sure they have it.

While not everyone is game to go under the knife, we are still vain deep within us, and wherever possible, we want to look our best. Without cosmetic procedures, we can still have fun at Seoul with the endless streets and alleys of beauty offerings in the happening area of Myeong-dong. Trust me when I say that even the typical men with zero interest in masks and moisturisers will give in and reach out for that bottle of very affordable face lotion. And needless to say, Myeong-dong is a heaven for females. Here is our guide to shopping in Myeong-dong, Seoul.

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Jamie’s Italian Restaurant Singapore

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Jamie's Italian

When the news came that Jamie Oliver is opening a restaurant in Singapore – the first Jamie’s Italian in Asia – the hype about it was overwhelming and unbelievably crazy. Jamie Oliver is a household name, and arguably one of the most famous British chefs in the world. The arrival of his restaurant in Singapore further emphasises Singapore’s position as a dining destination in Asia.

Jamie’s Italian Singapore officially opens its door at Vivo City today, and here are some of the highlights that you can expect from Jamie Oliver’s new restaurant.

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Cadbury Dairy Milk Rewards

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Regular readers will know that I am big fan of Cadbury chocolate, and I was thrilled to be able to represent them as an ambassador of Cadbury Dairy Milk’s new Marvellous Creations earlier this year.

I am very happy to share with you that Cadbury Dairy Milk will be running its first-ever Cadbury Rewards campaign (from July to August 2013) to share everyday joy with wonderful and attractive rewards. What makes Cadbury so special is that they are always thinking of ways to reward and appreciate fans of Cadbury chocolate. This makes me even more supportive of the brand, and the values they advocate.

For the Cadbury Rewards campaign, there is a wide range of incredible premiums that are up for grabs. From limited-edition Cadbury merchandise and hotel stays to movie passes and more, fans can win these items with Joy Points earned from purchasing Cadbury chocolate products. Nothing gets better than having everyone win nice gifts while enjoying Cadbury chocolates. Yes, how awesome is that?

The rewards from the Cadbury Rewards campaign fall into two categories – a) limited edition Cadbury collectibles such as luggage tag, tote bag, umbrellla, 2GB/4GB thumb drive, and life-size cushion, and b) attractive lifestyle rewards like Shaw movie passes, Night Safari admission tickets, Legoland admission tickets, and Wanderlust Boutique Hotel staycation. You can redeem the rewards using Joy Points (every S$1 spent earns you 10 Joy Points) earned from buying Cadbury chocolates.

So, log in to www.cadburyrewards.sg and redeem your Joy rewards today! We are also giving away a bonus 500 Joy Points for 5 lucky winners. Just leave a comment at the end of this post to stand a chance to win the bonus points.

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Shine Spa for Sheraton Bali Kuta Resort

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Shine Spa

Given the hectic lifestyle that most people lead, I have always believed that spa treatments are not an indulgence, but a necessity in life.

Bali is known for many things – white-sand beaches, amazing sunset spots, fantastic restaurants and bars. But Spa reigns the list as the top favourite. The next time you are in Bali, and in need of a pampering, head to Shine Spa at Sheraton Bali Kuta Resort for a wholesome spa treatment.

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Best Desserts in Taipei

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Best Dessert Taipei

Regular readers will know that I am a big dessert lover. Whenever I travel to a city, I will make it my mission to track down the best dessert spots to satisfy my sweet tooth.

And it has been proven that I am not the only one. Desserts seem to be an Asian thing, and it is fast becoming a lifestyle to spend an afternoon at a dessert cafe, or to simply take-away some macarons and eat while you shop. Being a frequent visitor to Taipei, I have discovered that this city has many amazing French and Japanese patisseries and cake shops, and during my past few visits, I managed to check out quite a few highly raved dessert places. Here is a list of the best desserts in Taipei.

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Pollen Street Social London

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Pollen Street Social

Most food lovers should be familiar with Chef Jason Atherton — who was formerly working for Gordon Ramsay at the highly-acclaimed Maze restaurant. Within the past two years, he has slowly built up his restaurant empire around the world. Some of his restaurants include 22 Ships in Hong Kong, Table No 1 in Shanghai, Esquina and Pollen restaurant in Singapore, and of course, Pollen Street Social in London – the first restaurant that he opened back in 2011 after leaving Gordon Ramsay.

I have heard a lot about Pollen Street Social from friends who are staying in London, and have always wanted to dine at the restaurant. After having a meal there, I am delighted to say that it lives up to its billing.

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