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[CopyrightSparklette ] By now, many of you would have heard of Foursquare. Some of you may be already using it regularly.If you’re going “four-what? 221;, Foursquare is basically a location-based social media service that lets you “check in” at various venues using your mobile phone and see where your friends are! Let’s say you’re having … 
[CopyrightSparklette ] Remember Wangz Hotel?We checked out this boutique hotel located in the charming neighborhood of Tiong Bahru. At the lobby of this barrel-shaped building lies Nectar, the flagship restaurant, which offers all-day dining to both hotel guests and the public.Passers-by may miss this restaurant as the building is rather small. But that would probably be ... 
[CopyrightSparklette ] Tampopo.That’s the name of a Japanese restaurant we checked out recently. Truth be told, it is the unforgettable name that enticed us to pay it a visit in the first place. There’s a Japanese movie that goes by the exact same name, and cheekily calls itself a “Noodle Western” movie (you know, like Spaghetti ... 
[CopyrightSparklette ] Welcome to the first post in the reader-contributed “What’s For Lunch?” photo series!Last week, I invited you to share your lunch photos along with a snippet on the dish. The best submission wins a food-tasting session with me.Many thanks to all of you who participated. A very good mix of submissions came in covering ... 
[CopyrightSparklette ] What happens after death?The ancient Egyptians asked, and answered, this universal question in their own rituals, art and illustrations designed to explain the otherwise inexplicable. Thanks to the preserved artworks and tombs, modern people are able to understand a little better the mystical history of the Egyptians.At the Quest for Immortality … 
[CopyrightSparklette ] Have you visited the Fullerton Hotel and Clifford Pier district lately? If you have, you would have seen some of these art pieces in the area.Conversation From Nature granite sculpture by Lee Soo HongThese sculptures are part of the Take a Moment exhibition by Art in the City, a Fullerton Heritage initiative. The exhibition ... 
[CopyrightSparklette ] Name me one place in Singapore that would provide the most memorable dining experience.For me, that would most certainly be Rochester Park. The 1930s heritage colonial bungalows and the lush garden setting are one-of-a-kind. In terms of unique ambience, I would be hard-pressed to find another place that comes close.The last time I visited ... 
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1;.ne t and win a prize!Does that sound fun? He he I am planning a reader-contributed What’s For Lunch? series and would like to invite you to share your Please include at least one photo … 
[CopyrightSparklette ] Wanna win a prize? Submit your lunch photo(s) to edi&# 116;or 4;spa rkl&# 101;tt
1;.ne t!Does that sound fun? He he I am planning a reader-contributed What’s For Lunch? series and would like to invite you to tell us what you had for lunch.Please include at … 
[CopyrightSparklette ] At this museum, an entry pass is not required. All that is needed is a love for tea and cookies.(Note: If the photographs below look ‘differentR 17;, that’s because I was playing around with the vintage lomo effect.)I am referring to The Cookie Museum, of course. This place was formerly known as The V Tea ... 
[CopyrightSparklette ] Pretty interesting idea. What do you think? (Story shared by @don_alano. Thanks!)Set up S’pore Food MuseumTue, Mar 02, 2010The Straits TimesBy Melissa PangSINGAPORE should consider setting up a food museum, as part of national effort to preserve its rich cultural heritage.This call came from Tanjong Pagar GRC Baey Yam Keng during the debate on ... 
[CopyrightSparklette ] Good news! Swensen’s 1-for-1 weekday lunch promotion has been extended to end March 2010!This wouldn’t be the first time that the casual dining restaurant chain has prolonged the ever-popular deal. Maybe they should make it permanent already!From now ’til end March, you can enjoy this promotion at all Swensen’s restaurants … 
[CopyrightSparklette ] Over the past couple of weeks, many of us celebrated Chinese New Year, the most important festival on the Chinese calendar. Food certainly plays a huge part in the celebrations. After the many rounds of steamboat, yu sheng, bak kwa (sweet barbecued meat slices) and festive snacks, I have noticed a trend among my ... 
[CopyrightSparklette ] The Resorts World at Sentosa, one of the two integrated casino resorts in Singapore, opened its casino on February 14. The first punters were welcomed at 12:18pm (local time) on the auspicious first day of Lunar New Year.Photo by Resorts World SentosaSince then, the casino has been drawing in a steady stream of visitors. ... 
[CopyrightSparklette ] I can’t cook. But I sure know how to eat.So Eighteen Chefs’ “Be Your Own Chef” concept is extremely appealing to someone like me. Simply choose between baked rice or pasta, pick from 8 sauces and 12 ingredients, indicate your preferences on the order chit, and the chef will do the rest. Easy peasy ... 
[CopyrightSparklette ] Have you been to the Resorts World at Sentosa yet? The integrated resort has soft-opened its hotels, casino and the Universal Studios theme park to much fanfare. This week, we show you another dining option at the resort.Boulangerie at Festive Hotel is a patisserie located at the lobby. It is instantly recognisable by the ...
[CopyrightSparklette ] This morning I came across a news article on tipping that I found rather interesting. For as long as I can remember, most restaurants in Singapore levy a 10% service charge whether the service is good, poor or non-existent. Now, apparently, a few restaurants here have abolished the mandatory service charge and introduced a ...
[CopyrightSparklette ] “You got a dream, you gotta protect it. People can’t do something themselves, they wanna tell you you can’t do it. If you want something, go get it. Period.”In a memorable scene from The Pursuit of Happyness, Will Smith utters this line to his son. He portrays Christopher Gardner, a man who endured many ... 
[CopyrightSparklette ] Fancy having seafood this Chinese New Year?The Manhattan Fish Market is running a 1-for-1 deal for its Lob-Xi Fatt Cai seafood meal. Who doesn’t like 1-for-1 dealies right? Each platter includes a half lobster and fried calamari rings amongst other goodies. Don’t they look tantalising?This promotion runs from now all the way ’til March … 
[CopyrightSparklette ] If you’re still looking for a restaurant for Valentine’s Day dinner, we have just the place for you.Picture this: The two of you are enjoying a wonderful dinner. The panoramic view of the illuminated skyline, the Flyer and eventually the integrated resort, Marina Bay Sands are spread out before your eyes. Soft ambient music ... 
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