Because Cards Are So Passé, This Site Lets You Send A Message On An Eggplant
Fans of the eggplant emoji, now you can start sending real eggplants to your friends – and you won’t even have to set foot in a grocery store.
A fruit that has gained a whole new level of popularity since the advent of emojis, it has become the universal symbol of the male appendage.
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Now, there’s a website called Eggplant Parcel that lets you send a cheeky eggplant to anyone – your partner, your friend, even your family members – with any message you’d like.
Message On An Eggplant
The most basic Eggplant Parcel, Eggplant Message, will set you back $9.90*.
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Create a custom message of up to 50 characters and Eggplant Parcel will have it written on your eggplant in gold paint. If you want your friends (or enemies) to know it was you who sent it, sign off with your name. And if you don’t, send it completely anonymously!
While you will not be able to choose the size of the eggplant, the longer your message, the more likely it is that you will wind up with a larger fruit.
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That aside, Eggplant Parcel tries to pick an eggplant that’s fitting for the message. For example, a small, round eggplant, if it’s sent to congratulate someone on the birth of their baby.
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For an added $2, your custom eggplant will come with protection. And by that, we mean condoms. Yes, seriously.
While it may seem like just an extension of the gag, the latex protection actually ensures the message is kept untampered – it serves as “an added layer of insurance”, according to the people at Eggplant Parcel.
If you’d like to go further in making your point, opt for the Eggplant Head.
At $17.90*, send someone an eggplant with not just text on it, but also an image. All you have to do is upload a picture and Eggplant Parcel will paste the printed image on the phallic fruit.
Each eggplant comes packed in a Ziploc bag. Eggplants are a tough fruit, so don’t worry about it getting bruised while being processed in the mail!
A Personal Touch
If you’d like to add even more of a personal touch to your eggplant (e.g write on it with your own handwriting, bedazzle it, etc.), opt for the Eggplant Parcel Starter Pack ($19.90*).
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The starter pack comes with everything you’ll need to send a message to whoever you may have in mind – 3 eggplants, 1 gold coloured Pentel Paint Marker, and 3 eggplant explanation cards which explain to the recipient why they’ve received a random eggplant.
Send A Message, Save An Eggplant
So… Why eggplants?
Cheeky as the whole idea of sending eggplant parcels may be, the idea actually came from seeing food go to waste.
The founder of the business explains, “I read an article about how eggplants go to waste everyday, and I thought before it does, why not use it to put a smile on someone’s face?”
And from there, this cheeky personalised gift service was born.
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The team is already considering expanding its product line. What this means is sometime down the road, you may get to pick from not just your typical purple eggplant, but eggplants of other shapes and colours!
Got a friend who’s thirsty AF? Want to send a passive aggressive message but haven’t yet found the right medium to send it across? Send them an eggplant!
Make sure you come up with a good, cheeky message – that’ll make your gift all the more interesting!
*Prices stated are prices at the time of writing.
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10 Exciting Events And Eats That Will Wake You Up Before September Ends [16-30 Sep]
Okay, so F1 is overrated, and there isn’t an election happening anymore. So what else can you get up to on the later half of this month?
We picked out 10 events and new places to check out while waiting for September to end. Psst, there’s free cake at one of those new places too!
Play & Discover
1. Local Motion by 4Fingers x Eatmepoptart
https://www.facebook.com/4FingersxLocalMotion/videos/128116097828494/
Munch on chicken wings and listen to good local music!
Eatmepoptart is doing their part on encouraging local music, and 4 Fingers, well, we never really expected a fried chicken chain to support local music, but what would you know. You can expect the likes of Lost Weekend, Jasmine Sokko, Bakers in Space, Jojo (not the Jojo that sang Too Little Too Late) and – of course – Eatmepoptart. #4Fgoeslocal indeed.
The best part about this music festival is that there’s no entry fee! All you have to do is sign up at this Fort Canning Park
When: 23 Sep
Website
2. The Color Run Night 2017
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For the first time ever, The Color Run Night will be hitting our shores. This is a run like you’ve never experienced.
GLOW UP in the dark by turning yourself into the most colorful, neon mess with The Color Run. It’s time to update your Facebook DP and show the whole world that you were part of The Color Run Night!
Psst, see a cute guy or gal you want to hit up? Well, here are some (corny) pick up lines that you can use to start the conversation.
The Color Run Night 2017
Venue: Suntec City Convention Hall 401-402
When: 23 Sep
Tickets
3. Canon Photomarathon Singapore XV 2017
How good are you at photography? No matter how new or how experienced you are, you stand a chance to win a prize with various categories to cater to different experience levels.
As usual, the competition’s three themes will only be revealed on the day itself, and each person can only submit one entry per theme. Here’s the challenge: the photo must be shot on the day of the competition! Also, you only get three hours to shoot each theme.
Some of the prizes up for grabs are Adobe subscriptions, photo printers, memory cards and even a EOS 5D MK IV. Sign ups are still Suntec City Convention Hall 401-402
When: 23 Sep
Sign Up Here
4. Asian Fighting Championship 2017
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The Inaugural Asian Fighting Championship will be introducing the high-octane fights of Muay Thai! Being a fighter is not simply a matter of knocking out your opponent in the ring. It is a matter of putting in the work, putting in the time, and putting on a fight, even if the odds are stacked against you. Watch local and regional fighters come together and battle it out to be known as the top Muay Thai Fighter round here.
Asian Fighting Championship 2017
Venue: Hall A, Sands Expo And Convention Centre at Marina Bay Sands
When: 23 Sep, 6pm
Price: VIP: $117.05** (U.P. $133) | Advance Tier: $81.35** (U.P. $91) | Advance Tier (Corner): $58
Tickets
5. Halloween Horror Nights 7
The annual scare fest is back again, and this year you be facing 7 Deadlier Sins. Themed after seven new incarnations of sins present in modern day life – Cruelty, Deception, Malice, Manipulation, Narcissism, Perversion and Obsession – the seven manifestations will come alive to haunt you.
With five terrifying haunted houses, two scare zones, and two killer shows will have you quaking as you leave all screamed out.
Halloween Horror Nights 7
Address: Universal Studios Singapore
When: 29 Sep – 29 Oct
Tickets
6. CIA Crisis By Xcape Singapore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LVZfgraXBo4
Location-based games are the new escape rooms! There are no limits when you are out in the real world. Pretend you are a detective for the day in the heart of the city with Xscape Singapore. Real-time missions will be sent through your smart phone as you try to find the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) Chief who has AWOL.
It’s time to activate your inner James Bond! Do your part in helping prevent a national security crisis from happening.
CIA Crisis By Xcape Singapore
Venue: Bugis Village, 158B Rochor Road, S188435
When: 23 – 24 Sep
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Colorful foods always brightens up our lives, and now we can have our pratas in all colors of the rainbow too!
Head to Banana Leaf Pork Briyani in Woodlands to have colorful prata. Yes, your green prata is completely safe to eat! It’s worth the trip all the way to the north, I promise.
Besides the usual chicken briyani, they also do a kicking pork briyani that will have you coming back for more. It’s that good.
Banana Leaf Pork Briyani
Address: 71 Woodlands Industrial Estate Park E9 Wave 9 #01-04, Singapore 757881
Opening Hours: Daily, 7am – 10.30pm
Contact no.: 9321 8081
Facebook
8. The Apothecary
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This bar might be called The Apothecary, but the only remedies they serve up are the age-old boozy elixirs that will be sure to cure all that ails you. With tonics like Sailor Painkiller and Croak And Wheeze Relief, you’ll be heading to The Apothecary whenever you are feeling a little under the weather!
The Apothecary at Oxwell And Co. Eat straight off the pan – you won’t get judged here! Fry Pan Shokudo has just joined the Isetan Scotts Food Republic, which means more Japanese food at affordable prices. Their signature dish is their katsudon, which guests can choose to have pork or chicken drizzled in Namban Sauce ro Wafu-Oroshi sauce. Chicken Karaage, another Japanese staple, will satisfy any fried chicken cravings you might have. If you really really love katsudon, then attack their Katsu-Tower, which comes stacked sky high with katsun which tastes as good as it looks. Fry Pan Shokudo https://www.facebook.com/originalcakesingapore/videos/pcb.241600466361450/241600223028141/?type=3&theater FREE CAKE. Move over Ah Ma, the Original Cake from Taiwan is here! Original Cake will be giving out 800 FREE castella cakes when they open in a week’s time on 23 September, 10am. And you don’t have to make a purchase to get your hands on the freebies. Other than the original flavor, it’s still not known which other flavors like chocolate and cheese will make it to Singapore. Fluffy and jiggly, it looks like the castella cake trend ain’t gonna end anytime soon! Original Cake From food to gigs and things to do, you don’t have to worry about not having anything to do when all the F1 excitement dissipates. So many things, so little time… Also read Gifs Are A Legit Art Form, And This Festival Dedicated To Them Proves It (Header Image Source: )
Address: 5 Ann Siang Road, 069688
Opening Hours: Wed – Sat, 6pm till late
Contact: 6438 7036
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Address: Isetan Scotts Food Republic @ Shaw House #B1-02 350 Orchard Road, Singapore 238868
Opening Hours: Daily, 10am – 10pm
Contact: 6235 0995 (Food Republic)
10. Original Cake
Address: 3 Gateway Dr, #02-24 Westgate, Singapore 608532
Opening hours: Daily, 10am – 10pm
Tel: 9688 7012
Website
Drown Your Problems At This Pharmacy-Themed Bar Cos There’s Nothing Alcohol Can’t Cure
Ann Siang Hill is chock full of bars and rooftop clubs that come alive at all times of the night, and it’ll take you forever to uncover the hidden gems. Here’s another one for you to add to your list of bars to visit – The Apothecary.
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Oxwell and Co. has introduced a secret apothecary (read: bar) somewhere on the third floor of their shophouse, where you have to locate a hidden door to enter the cosy dining room.
The bar, simply called The Apothecary, specializes in elixirs, tonics and potions, with a promise to ‘treat all that ails you’. Side note: just in case you haven’t realized, their potions are age-old remedies of booze.
All sorts of remedy for everyday life problems
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Don’t believe us yet? Here’s one to cure that cough virus going around – the Croak And Wheeze Relief. The Glenfiddich 12-year-old whisky is infused with honey sage syrup, orange bitters in a concoction that is sure to soothe any throat irritations.
If you have a headache from staring at a computer screen all day, take the Sailor Painkiller. The tonic uses Sailor Jerry Rum as a base, and has notes of orange, pineapple, cream of coconut, palm sugar and nutmeg. After a couple of shots, you won’t remember your day’s problems anymore.
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The Butterfly Corpse Effect is an interesting mix of Hendrick’s, fortified wine, blood orange and pea flower tea for a herbal remedy. It didn’t escape our notice that gin and wine both have health benefits if taken in moderation.
A playground for dinner and drinks
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The medieval pharmacy-themed bar is filled with mismatched vintage bobs and ends, transporting you back to the primitive times. It really feels like you’re having a sneaky cocktail, or two, after work in the intimate room big enough for only 12 people.
Other than drinks, there are also bar bites like Salt And Pepper Squid and Crispy Salmon Fingers and Tartare Sauce that you can snack on the road to recovery. Head back down to the dining restaurant on the first floor for more substantial fare.
If you start to feel too claustrophobic after a couple of drinks, just head up a two floors to the rooftop bar that is also part of Oxwell and Co to continue your night with a breath of fresh air.
Are you feeling better yet?
The Apothecary at Oxwell And Co.
Address: 5 Ann Siang Road, 069688
Opening Hours: Wed – Sat, 6pm till late
Contact: 6438 7036
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(Header Image Source: The Apothecary)
Your Room Will Smell Absolutely Scent-sational Once You Light Up These Candles
Candles come in so many shapes, sizes and smells, you can never have one too many!
Let’s face it, candles are pretty versatile and should become a necessity in every house.Not only to they do beautify your room, the scents they give off when lit will soothe your frazzled nerves and can freshen up any room almost immediately.
Plus, candles come in super handy if you are planning a romantic night in (if you know what I mean).
We waded through the tons of options out there and chose some of the more interesting scents that will make your house smell absolutely scent-sational.
1. Bath & Body Works – But First, Coffee!
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Is it the coffee or the smell of coffee that wakes you up? (Image Credit: Where to get it: at Takashimaya or The Shoppes @ Marina Bay Sands
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Revel in the smells of thatched bungalows and the salty sea breeze with Glasshouse‘s tropical scent.
The flowery yet tangy smells courtesy of cilantro, tangerine and orange blossoms will leave you with the thoughts of clear sandy beaches when you are actually in a hot and stuffy HDB flat.
Where to get it: Naiise outlets or online
Website
3. fresh – Sake
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Image Credit: 4. Artisan’s Garden – Citronella Candle
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The Citronella Candle caught my nose with its grassy, floral smell that reminds me of the clean smell of wet grass.
Not only is citronella said to help reduce stress when used in aromatherapy, it also works as a mosquito repellent! Perfect for our tropical weather.
Artisan’s Garden sells the this candle in a small travel tin so that you can easily carry it around if you are thinking of going camping or traveling to tropical countries.
Where to get it: online [caption id="attachment_30051" align="alignnone" width="1196"] Yes, this is the same beauty brand that you find in Sephora. Not many people are aware that NARS carry candles (mainly because they don’t bring it to Singapore), which you have to buy through the NARS US website or Amazon. And yes, the shipping fee is definitely worth it, because the candles can seriously compete with their make up range. My pick would be Acapulco, a chocolate-based candle that comes layered with traces of whipped cream and coffee beans. It’s delicious, but not overly sweet – kind of like dark chocolate. Where to get it: NARS US website or Amazon Another underrated candle from a brand that specialises in selling something else! If you love the smell of your TWG tea, you can now get their candle version so that you can enjoy the delicious smells without having to brew a pot. Their White Earl Grey Tea Scented Candle is a fresh, raw fragrance of bergamot and imperial silver needles that smells as good as it tastes. Where to get it: online Where to get it: online or through Etsy (Header Image Source: Pinterest)
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Choose your poison of choice! (Image Credit: Spicy Orange And Hot Peppers Scent and Marijuanna-Weed Scent that you will be hard pressed to find anywhere else.
Also read Gifs Are A Legit Art Form, And This Festival Dedicated To Them Proves It
Gifs Are A Legit Art Form, And This Festival Dedicated To Them Proves It
If you’re a millennial, chances are GIFs are a part of your everyday communications.
You pepper your conversations with them, whether on WhatsApp or on Facebook Messenger. Reaction GIFs, cute animal GIFs… Whichever is appropriate for the conversation, you’ll drop a GIF for good measure – sometimes, even in place of actual words.
That’s millennials for you.
Whether you’re someone who drops the occasional GIF, or have been told that you’re your group’s resident GIF king/queen, there’s an art festival you’ll want to attend that features – no prizes for guessing – the GIF.
Noise Singapore will be bringing us a festival entirely dedicated to GIFs.: SPELLBOUND.GIF.
Happening from 4 – 11 October, this GIF-fest will take place at Gillman Barracks.
Put together by Noise Singapore and Kult Studios, you won’t find your typical meme GIFs here, but GIFs created by local artists.
While there is currently limited information on what will be going down at this festival, if GIF fest’s Instagram account is anything to go by, we’ll be seeing plenty of hypnotic, trippy GIFs.
These GIFs will be presented in an immersive multi-media exhibition. If you’re expecting this to take place in a traditional art gallery or space, think again. The experience will be more akin to visiting a “night club or space museum”.
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A Call For GIFs
The festival is currently calling for GIF submissions.
If you’re lucky, your masterpiece just may be selected to be showcased at the festival, alongside some of the festival’s best GIFs.
Here are some GIFs that caught our eye.
https://www.instagram.com/p/BY0YG55n-VR/?tagged=giffestsg
https://www.instagram.com/p/BYqeNKll58w/?tagged=giffestsg
https://www.instagram.com/p/BYf7LAbggss/?tagged=giffestsg
https://www.instagram.com/p/BYkAyIJFxiF/?tagged=giffestsg
https://www.instagram.com/p/BYahkgYBONX/?tagged=giffestsg
https://www.instagram.com/p/BYp2kJ-DAcy/?tagged=giffestsg
There’s even one inspired by Monty Python (watch it with the sound on)!
https://www.instagram.com/p/BYpF95Jjhjf/?taken-by=giffestsg
The founder of Kult, who is part of the organising team, shared a little peek on what to expect, and it looks set to be pretty mind-blowing.
https://www.instagram.com/p/BYgjHf9jvgR/?tagged=giffestsg
Whether you’re a casual GIF user, or have the tendency to overuse GIFs on the daily, mark these dates down in your calendar. A totally different kind of art exhibition, we have a feeling plenty of awesome ‘gram shots (or boomerangs) will come out of this!
Noise x GIF Fest 2017 – SPELLBOUND.GIF
Address: Gillman Barracks, 9 Lock Road, Singapore 108937
Dates: 4 – 11 Oct
Website
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(Header Image Source: Noise X Gif Festival)
The Incredible Spread At This Seafood Buffet Will Make You Say “Shell We?”
If you’re a fan of seafood, you’ll know that seafood – and especially fresh seafood – is typically quite expensive. Order just a few dishes and you’ll find that you’ll already have racked up quite the bill.
For that reason, we love getting our seafood fix from a buffet. Plus, who doesn’t love a spread of food you can have seconds, thirds, and even fourths of if you like?
Previously, PARKROYAL on Pickering’s Lime Restaurant gave us Lobsterfest, a decadent lobster affair that saw the star shellfish dished up in a spectacular variety of ways, such as in risotto, mac and cheese, laksa, cooked with a truffled hollandaise, and more.
This time, the restaurant is back with a new themed buffet, and it’ll be featuring the best of what lies under the sea.
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It’s latest offering, “What the Shell” is a seafood buffet where you’ll find a wide array of fresh shellfish and crustaceans – cold, cooked, or dished up with an inventive spin. Think succulent scallops, juicy prawns, sweet crabs…
The best part? Some of the dishes you loved (or missed out on!) during Lobsterfest will be making a re-appearance!
What The Shell!?
Happening from 22 September, some of the highlights at this buffet line are Lobster on Ice, Sauteed Vongole with Chardonnay Scallion, Gratinated Escargots with Pesto Sauce and of course, everyone’s favourite Singapore Chilli Crab.
Other must-tries are Lime’s signature Maine Lobster Laksa, Flower Crab and Shellfish Claypot Congee, and Steamed Ireland Razor Clam with Garlic.
Straight From The Grill
If you love the smoky, charred flavour of food (particularly seafood) over a barbecue, you’ll want to head on outside to the outdoor barbecue.
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Savour the flavours and aromas of flame-grilled fresh ocean bounty. Feast on Half-Shelled Scallops and Oysters with Bonito Soy Butter and enjoy Drunken Whole Tiger Prawns with Salt served straight from the grill!
Keep your eyes open for the Hourly Chef’s Surprise at 7.30pm and 8.30pm. Deep-fried Soft Shell Crab with Salted Egg Yolk or Maine Lobster with Jalepeno, Garlic and Butter will make quick appearances at the live station, so grab your portion before they disappear off the shelves. After all, a little bit of kiasu-ness never hurt anyone!
Shots, Shots, Shots
And by shots, we mean those of the Oyster variety.
Only three lucky diners will get to attempt the Oyster Shooter Challenge each day. Down 12 alcohol-infused oyster shooters within three minutes, and you get to enjoy dinner on the house! That, and you’ll also win a spot on Lime Restaurant’s “Shell of Fame” (Hall of fame, get it?).
This challenge will go on for 10 weeks, and the diner who manages to down the highest number of shooters will get to take home a $100 dining voucher.
The buffet will set you back $99++ per adult and $59++ per child. Children below 5 years of age get to dine for free. To make a reservation at this buffet, drop them a call at 6809 8899.
If you’ve got a special occasion coming up – a birthday, an anniversary – or you just want to pamper someone you love, spoil them with this gourmet spread! Featuring a stunning variety of the freshest catch prepared in a host of different ways, eat to your heart’s content at Lime Restaurant!
Lime Restaurant
Address: PARKROYAL on Pickering, 3 Upper Pickering Street, Singapore 058289
Availability: Tue – Sun, 22 Sep – 15 Oct; Tue – Thu, 17 Oct – 16 Nov
Time: 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Contact no.: 6809 889
Website
(Header Image Source: PARKROYAL on Pickering)
This Social Media-Centric Cruise Lets You Hang With Influencers At Sea – And Learn Some Of Their Tricks
If there’s one thing many of us millennials have in common, it’s wanderlust.
We’re constantly restless for our next overseas adventure, and having stylish influencers constantly flooding our Insta-feeds with glamorous snaps from their escapades really doesn’t help.
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If you’re long overdue for a vacay, or just need a break from the daily hustle of life, there’s a trip coming up in October you just may want to take.
AMco and Royal Caribbean International have partnered up to organise a social media-centric cruise package, and it will take place on the magnificent Mariner of the Seas.
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Surrounded by blue seas and plenty of sunshine and, this is the perfect weekend getaway – and a good reason to break out those breezy sundresses and cute bikinis!
Above all, you’ll want to get three things ready: Your camera, your phone, and your chargers, because you’re definitely going to need them.
Up Your Insta-Game At Sea
What exactly does a social media-centric cruise entail?
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Well, influencers, for one.
Aside from the usual entertainment options and outdoor facilities, interacting with influencers is a key part of the activities on board.
Meet And Mingle With Influencers
On board the cruise will be food blogger Alvin Lim of Alvinology, lifestyle influencer Maybeline Sim (@maybelinesim), and DiscoverSG’s very own ambassador, Phyllis Tan (@phyllisphyrris).
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Ever wonder what it takes to snap the perfect shot? Want to know how to make food look as good on the ‘gram as it does in real life? There will be plenty of opportunities on board the ship for you to ask the influencers yourself!
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Have all your burning questions answered as you mingle with them during dinnertime, or when you bump into them on board the ship.
Food Photography
Both on and off board the ship, there will be no lack of opportunities to put your newfound know-how to the test – one of them being the food on board.
You’ll be treated to a lavish spread on board the ship.
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At the Main Dining Hall, watch the influencers work their social media magic, turning out the perfect photos.
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Specialty lunch will also be provided at Giovanni’s table, where you can feast on a sumptuous spread of Italian, family-style food. Take note that additional charges apply.
Activities Off Board
On the second day, spend (almost) an entire day exploring the sights, sounds, and of course, delicious flavours of Kuala Lumpur.
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All guests will dock off at Kuala Lumpur. After an hour-long journey, you’ll be dropped off at Pavilion Shopping Mall in the famous Bukit Bintang area, from which you can wander off on your own!
Take this opportunity to visit Bintang Walk, a street lined with themed restaurants and cafes.
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While there, also make sure you see one of the world’s tallest buildings, the Petronas Twin Towers, in person!
Special Cabin Rates
Take your pick from the Balcony stateroom (SGD489 per pax before taxes & gratuities of $123pp; U.P. SGD519 before taxes & gratuities),
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the Oceanview stateroom (SGD389 per pax – before taxes & gratuities of $123pp; U.P. SGD509 before taxes & gratuities),
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and the Promenade stateroom (SGD389 per pax – before taxes & gratuities of $123pp; U.P. SGD509 before taxes & gratuities).
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To enjoy these special rates, email your particulars to [email protected] and you will be contacted shortly after for booking. Take note that these rates are valid only until 22 September.
With a gastronomic spread, round-the-clock entertainment and loads of picture-worthy moments, this is a voyage you don’t want to miss – and we’re sure your Insta-game will be all the better for it!
3 Night Kuala Lumpur Weekend Cruise
Date: 20 – 23 Oct
Itinerary:
| Day | Port | Arrive | Depart | Remarks |
| 1 | Singapore | – | 1700 HRS | Docked |
| 2 | Port Klang | 0700 HRS | 1900 HRS | Docked |
| 3 | Cruising | – | – | Cruising |
| 4 | Singapore | 0800 HRS | – | Docked |
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After You’s Thai Thai Must Try Shibuya Toasts Are Coming To S’pore For One Weekend
As part of The Finest Thai Festival organized by the Royal Thai Embassy, After You will be bringing their sweet desserts to Singapore so that you don’t have to step one foot off the island to feast on their legnedary Shibuya Toasts.
This weekend, from 8 to 10 September, stop by the Thai Embassy in Orchard to explore the best of Thailand.
There’s always room for dessert
This is the first time ever that After You will be coming to Singapore, even if its just for one weekend. This is your chance to eat all the Shibuya toasts!
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We just can’t get enough of durian? (Image Credit: After You)[/caption]
Their most popular item is the Shibuya Honey Toast, that comes in all sorts of flavors like sticky toffee, cheese, strawberry cream and nutella. There’s even a durian sticky rice shibuya toast!
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Ferrero Toast that comes with a side of ice cream (Image Credit: After You)[/caption]
The Shibuya Special Black Toast is for those wondering how charcoal toast would taste like.
If that’s too much bread for you, After You also has other desserts like buttermilk pancakes, brownies, and an absolutely delicious chocolate lava cake.
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Look at all that gooey chocolate (Image Credit: After You)[/caption]
Eat, shop, try the lucky draw. Repeat!
Besides After You, there are plenty of other Thai food stalls, local brands and fashion designers that will be at the festival.
Aromatherapy label HARNN is one to look out for if you love natural, soothing skin care. They carry everything from essential oils to body scrubs, so that you can recreate the spa experience in the privacy of your own home. April’s Bakery will also be bringing their trademark pork pies that currently aren’t available at the Singapore outlets – be sure to grab one while they’re hot!
Another reason to stop by the festival is the Thai traditional lucky draw at the Soi-Dao Tree by the Sansiri Family, where you stand a chance daily to win a round-trip to Bangkok from Singapore.
If you are planning on stopping by The Finest Thai Festival, remember to bring loads of cash as NETS or credit cards are not accepted.
It’s going to be an exciting weekend, so be sure to go early so that you won’t miss out anything.
The Finest Thai
Address: Royal Thai Embassy, 370 Orchard Rd, Singapore 238870
Date: 8-10 September, 12pm – 9pm
Website
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ZoukOut 2017’s Phase One Lineup Is Out – Here Are All The Acts So Far
After announcing Flume and Marshmello as the first two headliners for ZoukOut 2017 in Singapore, the festival has added another 3 heavy hitters to its lineup: German EDM sensation Robin Schulz, techno and house artist Claptone, and electronic legend Gui Boratto.
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Image Credit: ZoukOut’s website. Phase 3 tickets are still available, and are going at $228 for a 2-day pass, and $138 and $148 for a 1-day pass for day one and day two respectively. VIP tickets for both days are still available, with day one and day two tickets going at $228 and $238 respectively.
Purchase your tickets here, and check back for more updates!
ZoukOut 2017
Venue: Siloso Beach
Date: 8 – 9 Dec
Admission: Ticketing details The F1 Side Events This Year Are As Lit As The Main Event – Here Are 5 Free Ones To Check Out
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The F1 Side Events This Year Are As Lit As The Main Event – Here Are 5 Free Ones To Check Out
We are less than two weeks away from the 2017 Singapore Grand Prix, and the entire city is already gearing up for the weekend with an influx of off-track activities. Hello, exclusive F1 party that I cannot afford.
Maybe you didn’t want to spend hundreds of dollars on a grandstand to watch your money flash by in barely a second, or maybe you just aren’t that into racing.
Here are 5 things that your broke ass butt can do to make fully make use of all the exciting events and promotions happening during the Singapore Grand Prix weekend. You deserve to enjoy the weekends!
1. Dance the night away in Haji Lane
Here’s one for those who cannot afford the ridiculous prices at all those F1 parties (nobody has $900 to spare for Amber Lounge). Blu Jaz Cafe will be hosting a street party in Haji Lane, and hip-hop, reggaeton, and 90s R&B will be your soundtrack for the night.
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Blu Jaz is famous for their street parties! (Image Credit: Blu Jaz Cafe)[/caption]
Not only is there be free admission and lucky draw prizes to be won, there will also be FREE SHOTS for the first 200 people! You don’t need to say no more, I’m so there.
Haji Lane F1 Street Party (Open Air Hip Hop X Rnb X Reggaeton)
Address: 241 Beach Road & Haji Lane, Singapore 189753
Date: 9 September 2017
FREE ADMISSION
More info
2. Watch Lau Pa Sat transform into a fashion runway
Lau Pa Sat, our favourite CBD makan spot, will turn the heat up during the F1 weekend (and not because of excessive orders for satay and chicken wings).
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How will Lau Pa Sat fare as a backdrop for a fashion runway? (Image Credit: Sarah Reid/ Lonely Planet)[/caption]
Heineken will be presenting their own fashion collection on a catwalk for the first time in Asia! Expect to see models like Sheila Sim, Angie Watkins and Jason Godrey. Former F1 racer David Coulthard will also be making an appearance at the show which features the latest pieces from the collections of local designers Sabrina Goh and Amos Ananda.
Even if you don’t have front row tickets, you’ll be able to catch a bit of the action from the sidewalk. There will be a live mannequin performance and roving iPad magic show nearby, which you might bump into if you’re lucky.
Heineken F1 Fashion Party
Address: Lao Pa Sat, along Satay Street
Date: 13 September, 9pm – 10.15pm
Website
3. Get free supper delivery from foodpanda
Okay, it’s actually $5 credit off your order. But its pretty much the same as free delivery, plus a couple more dollars off your meal.
foodpanda wants to extend thanks to all those workers and volunteers who worked hard in order to ensure the smooth success of the Singapore Grand Prix, but no one is stopping you from using the code.
The code ‘VOLUNTEER’ will get you $5 credit, and is only redeemable from 16 to 18 September, between 1-3am.
4. Try out the race car simulator onboard the Grand Prix’s roving truck
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Spot the truck! (Image Credit: Singapore Grand Prix)[/caption]
Maybe it’s too late for you to realize your full potential as a F1 race car driver. But you can always indulge a little by hopping aboard the GP roving truck for a chance at taking on the Marina Bay Street Circuit.
If you didn’t catch the race car simulator at its various pop-ups, your last chance to try it out will be this weekend at Ang Mo Kio Hub. Time to get your a
GP Roving Truck
Address: Ang Mo Kio Hub
Date: 9 – 10 September
Website
5. Make use of the extended MRT times to have a couple more drinks
If you are one of those who don’t really care for racing or partying, this one’s for you. All weekend from 15 to 17 September, bus and train services will be extended by about half an hour.
Four bus services – 222, 222G, 181 and 243G – will also be extended. You can finally say yes to one more round!
There you have it. Just because you are too poor to afford concert tickets to go watch OneRepublic or Calvin Harris, there are still plenty of ways for you to enjoy the F1 weekend. You don’t have to empty your wallet to have a good time!
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