W Retreat & Spa Bali

W

It has often been said that one must stay at W Retreat & Spa when in Bali. We had the immense pleasure of staying there during our recent trip and we wholeheartedly agree. W Bali has that “X-factor” that cannot be replicated and this is why everyone goes to W Hotel when they are in Seminyak.

When I choose a hotel, one of the critical factors is the presence of good F&B establishments. At W Retreat & Spa, the restaurants and bars in the property are effortlessly chic and complete the true W experience.

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Join me at nydc’s Mini Cafe on 3 August

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nydc is a favourite haunt for friends to catch up over desserts and drinks, and I am sure many of you have tried their famous mudpies and cheesecakes. nydc has introduced a new menu featuring a strong emphasis on desserts, and we have a wonderful news to share with all of you.

Look forward to the exclusive nydc Mini Cafe along the streets of Singapore where you can experience the fun environment with free sampling of their popular cakes. The cafe will be taking place at Holland Village (in front of nydc outlet) on 26 & 27 July 3pm – 9pm, and at Orchard Road along Takashimaya to Orchard Ion on 3 & 4 August 12pm – 6pm.

I will be at the Mini Cafe next weekend, and 3 lucky winners get to join me for a food tasting of nydc’s new menu at the Mini Cafe at Orchard Road next Saturday on 3 August 1pm.

All you have to do is to leave a comment to tell us what the emphasis of nydc’s new menu is. Contest ends 30 July 12noon, and we will be contacting you via email to let you know more details about the food tasting.

Even if you are not selected for the food tasting, I hope to see you at nydc’s Mini Cafe next weekend. There will be a lot of fun activities going on, and we could all do with a little cake-indulging. See you at nydc’s Mini Cafe!

Dava Restaurant Ayana Resort Bali

Dava Restaurant

Since closing down Sage Restaurant at Mohamed Sultan Road, Chef Jusman So has moved to Dava Restaurant in the beautiful Ayana Resort in Bali. I have been a big fan of Chef Jusman since his days at Sage, so I made a point to visit Dava when I was staying in Jimbaran.

It was only when we were there for dinner then we found out that Chef Jusman So has recently stepped down from his position at Dava to oversee the development of the F&B establishments at the neighbouring new Hotel Rinba, which is Ayana’s sister property.

However, that did not stop us from enjoying ourselves. Right now you can still sample Chef Jusman So’s degustation menu (4-course for Rp 490,000/S$63, 6-course for Rp 620,000/S$80) as the resort has yet to appoint a new executive chef for Dava restaurant.

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MAMA San Restaurant Bali

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

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

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

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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