Innholdsfortegnelse for September 2015 i Singapore Women's Weekly

Precious Metals Like knights in shining armour, these stars slay boring evening wear by adding extra texture and colour to sequins. Dark snakeskin print adds gothic glam to Bae Doo-na’s gown while Amanda adds whimsical flowers. Natasha updates her golden goddess gown with flowing sleeves while Candy styles her skirt and heels in a very modern way – by adding socks and braces – a brave style victory! Pocket-friendly Awkward hands no more! Pockets are becoming popular in all kinds of dresses – even ball gowns like Karolina’s. The reason is simple, they let you saunter along the red carpet looking enviably nonchalant, not nervous. Plus they come in handy if you like to travel light – just pocket a lipstick and your credit card, and you’re good to go.…

Rainbow BRIGHT Keira Knightley shows how soft lace and statement pearls can complement a colourful ensemble. WIN! THE COVER LOOK Get the midas touch on your face, just like our cover girl Keira Knightley, with makeup from Lancôme. We are giving away five makeup hampers, worth $220 each, consisting of Cushion Foundation and Case, Shine Lover Lipstick, Grandiôse Smudgeproof Mascara and Blush Subtil. HOW TO WIN Scan this QR code to enter. Promotion is valid from August 16 to September 15, 2015. Alternatively, you can visit this link http://bit.do/swwsep15 to participate in this promotion. Winners will be notified via e-mail by end of October 2015. Promotion is open to all residents of Singapore, other than employees and their families of SPHM Pte Ltd and its associated agencies.…

“When my company organised a trip for us to Japan, I was worried of leaving my two young children for one whole week. Without second thoughts, Evan asked me to go ahead to enjoy myself while he took leave to care for them at home! How sweet and hot can he be?” Would you like to participate in E-Mail, Post or Hot Husband of the Month? Write to sww@sph.com.sg or visit www.facebook.com/thesingaporewomensweekly, and you may win a prize.…

Anna Kendrick VS Rebel Wilson They play besties in Pitch Perfect 2 but an insider says: “Anna finds Rebel loud and obnoxious, while Rebel thinks Anna’s way too uptight.” Selena Gomez VS Kendall Jenner The singer went nuts when she found a video of her former BFF lying naked in her ex Justin Bieber’s bed: “Selena was so bitter she said the worst things about Kendall to everyone,” says her friend. Kris Jenner VS Caitlyn Jenner The momager is threatened by her ex’s upcoming TV show I Am Cait, which pays him $100 million and will star her famous daughters too. “Kris sees this as a direct attack,” says a source. Kate Hudson VS Bill Hudson Upset that his ex-wife Goldie Hawn made him out to be the “big, bad…

Blue nail polish is way cooler than pastels but not quite as gothic as black or dark purple. How do you find a blue for you? Experiment with different shades and textures. Creamy bright cerulean flatters virtually all skin tones, or opt for a deep navy or metallic shade for sophistication. To glam things up, add a touch of sparkle with a glitter-flecked polish and you are ready to party!…

Green Tea Defend against free radicals which cause ageing, and increases metabolism. Folium Sennae Cleanse the digestive tract of impurities and fatty deposits. Herba Plantaginis Rids contaminants that lurk in the intestines. Lotus Leaf Promotes digestion and regulates bowel movement to get rid of toxins. Hawthorn Fruit Curbs appetite and offers relief from bloating caused by fatty foods and overeating. Cassia Seed Hydrates the intestines and unblocks bowel obstruction. HERBAL SYSTEM DETOX, $45.95 (BOX OF 10), IS AVAILABLE AT NTUC FAIRPRICE, GUARDIAN, WATSONS, ROBINSONS, METRO, BIG BOX, NISHINO PHARMACY, WWW.QOO10.SG AND WWW.LAZADA.SG…

The potential for a lifetime of beauty is already within you. Beyond just repairing your current skin concerns, Shiseido Ultimune Power Infusing Concentrate boosts your skin’s immunity by giving it the strength to independently fight against all kinds of damage. Launched last year, this immunity-boosting serum has since won 63 international awards! Used together with Ultimune Eye Power Infusing Eye Concentrate, this dynamic duo works synergistically to unlock your skin’s untapped power, giving your face and eyes 360-degree protection. STRONG, TROUBLE-RESISTANT SKIN Ultimune Power Infusing Concentrate and Ultimune Eye Power Infusing Eye Concentrate complement each other to take Shiseido’s groundbreaking power infusion concept to a whole new level. While Ultimune Power Infusing Concentrate super boosts the defensive strength of your facial skin, Ultimune Eye Power Infusing Eye Concentrate complements this…

LASHING OUT Lift droopy lashes by first curling your lashes. Follow with a lash primer, like Tarte Opening Act Lash Primer. Then, starting closest to the lash line, apply mascara by wriggling wand in a zig zag motion. LINING UP Update this makeup staple; pencils are best for subtle definition while kohls glide on for a smudged effect. Or pick liquid liners if you are going for a precise flick. FACE FRAMERS Make a statement with your brows – shu uemura’s signature brow-trimming service, $15, includes a 3D brows styling service to create different looks. Try MAC Fluidline Brow Gelcreme or the dual-ended KATE Lasting Eyebrow W (FL) for a full and natural effect. COVER UPS Had a late night? Mask its signs with a creamy concealer like ettusais Premium…

ADD VOLUME “To give fine hair more body, wash the night before with a volumising shampoo. Towel dry hair, and use a leave-in volumiser at the roots. When it’s 80 per cent dry, pull hair up into a big plait or bun. Your hair will look more full the next morning,” shares TONI&GUY salon director, Issac Ng. GET IT STRAIGHT Wash hair the night before with a straightening shampoo. “If you have very messy hair and flyaways, you can also use a flat iron – but coat hair first with a heat protectant spray,” says Issac. DREAM CURLS Mervin Wee, artistic director of Jean Yip, says, “After hair wash, while it is just damp, apply curl activator cream; divide hair into three sections and plait. You will have tight waves…

Taunted by acne in our 20s, appearance of fine lines and wrinkles in our 30s and lacklustre looking skin with pigmentation in our 40s are just part of our life cycle. Today, you can discover what your skin really needs at your fingertips anytime and anywhere with Dr Rei, a digital skin doctor from The Face Inc. Unique to this skincare band, Dr Rei analyses your skin condition via an interactive online platform, www.thefaceinc.com/experience. Taking only a few minutes to go through a series of questions based on your lifestyle habits, skin type and concerns, a personalised skincare regime will be prescribed. And the best part is, Dr Rei is available round the clock and for free. You can say goodbye to hefty consultation fees and time spent on clinic…

If you’re wondering why your tresses are losing its lustre, it’s time to look beneath the surface – our scalp needs as much care as our face. Louella Chng, resident trichologist at PHS Hairscience, points out that any scalp troubles, however minor, can prevent follicles from producing thick and healthy hair. Early detection and having a suitable scalp care routine is key – and that’s why PHS Hairscience has come up with a line of take-home products to treat different scalp and hair conditions from hair loss to dry hair. Based on nearly 10 years of experience in this field, PHS Hairscience’s trichologistcertified products harness the latest in beauty innovation, advanced stem cell research and the powers of active plant botanicals, to nurse your scalp back to health and get…

STEP ON IT Simple can be super sexy when you use high-shine leather and high heel boots. CRISP + CLEAN Add a longline jacket and see your style options multiply. It’s cool enough for hot weather yet adds that “I mean business” edge. WORK A NEW ANGLE Elegance with an athletic attitude, that’s the appeal of a quilted jacket over chevron stripes. MODERN GLAMOUR Transform any LBD into a style statement with a sleek white jacket and a bag in a confident colour. EMPOWERED Minimal meets classic in the eternally chic colour duo of caramel and black. A daring jolt of purple glitter keeps things right up to date. SPORT TO STREET Give your lounging style a lift with the sports luxe trend. Just mix sweatshirt material with attention-grabbing accessories…

1 Strobing Sagging Skin Away Strobing is a new technique which involves highlighting areas of your face where light naturally touches it. This can correct hollow cheeks, dropping eyes and mouth, as well as sagging chin and jowls. Makeup artist Ginger Lynette Leong suggests highlighting your brow bone, the under-eye area, cheekbones, nose bridge, cupid bow, corner of the mouth and tip of the chin to create dimension and a lifting effect. Try Nars St. Lucia Illuminating Multiple, $60 (14 g), a sheer rose multi-purpose glow stick, or Illamasqua Skin Base Lift Concealer in White Light, $39 (2.8 g), to lift and enhance your features. 2 Lighten Up For Youthful Peepers Trade dark, gothic or smouldering eyeshadows for light, natural and glowing hues instead. “For daily makeup, avoid shimmer or…

Enjoy the pristine purity of daily exfoliation. Since our skin lacks the ability to self-exfoliate, this revolutionary peel helps to clear out skin every day. It features unique Polyhydroxy Acids (PHA) that are so gentle they can be used every day, even on sensitive skin. This hypoallergenic formula is also boosted with Panthenol and Allantoin to reduce any irritation or redness. It effortlessly lifts off dead skin cells without rubbing or massaging, and allows you to skip rinsing after use as well. Think of it as a fuss-free and stress-free way to accelerate cellular renewal, lift off dullness and even out fine lines and spots. It even nourishes skin with a Natural Moisturizing Factor Complex and Cordyceps Sinensis for dewy translucence, and boosts the penetration of skincare products you apply…

Starting to see signs of too much work and too little sleep creeping up under your eyes? Then give them some much needed TLC with the Bedazzle Eye Treatment. Offered at Glomax Aesthetics, this intense eye repair solution uses a potent cocktail of antioxidants, highly-concentrated anti-ageing Peptide Complex and luxurious ingredients such as Caviar and Algae extracts, plus Epidermal Growth Factor (EGF), a substance which speeds up the rate of cell turnover within the skin. Right after the treatment you will notice that your eyes look less puffy and more refreshed. Return for regular sessions and you’ll be rewarded with a brighter under-eye area, fewer fine lines, less obvious dark circles, plus a natural collagen boost that plumps up the skin around your eyes to give it a more lifted…

Singapore’s hot and humid weather does oily and acne-prone skin no favours. Thankfully, Ziaja’s Astringent Face Toner will give it the special TLC it needs. Containing the extract of Manuka leaves, this toner cleanses your skin of any makeup residue, reduces dilated pores and helps soothe acne lesions. Mild organic acids gently exfoliate skin and prepare it to receive nourishment from other skincare products and cosmetic treatments. At $10.90 (200 ml). Visit www.ziaja.sg for more information. COMPLEMENTARY PRODUCTS Normalising Day Cream (SPF 10) and Exfoliating Night Cream Combining antibacterial manuka leaves, hydrating hyaluronic acid and normalising oleanolic acid, the day cream regulates sebum production and provides a matifying effect. The night cream contains 3 per cent mandelic acid and exfoliates while you sleep. At $11.90 (50 ml) and $12.90 (50…

Listen to calming classical music, like Baroque piano works. UK researchers found diners thought food tasted sweeter when they were munching to piano music. It’s thought our brain connects high pitched sounds with sugar. Next time you get a snack attack, go for a 15-minute walk instead. Exercise fires up feel-good hormones, squashing your desire for a sugar hit. Light a vanilla scented candle. The sweet scent tricks your brain into thinking it’s had a sugar fix.…

Habitat for Humanity Singapore’s Project HomeWorks was conceived to improve the living conditions of elderly, sick or physically-challenged people living in one-room flats. Such residents, who usually live alone, often have cluttered homes and need help to clean their homes effectively and to perform minor repairs. Project HomeWorks mobilised volunteers – including P&G staff – to do a proper cleanup to improve the safety and sanitation in these households. At the same time, the project develops a sense of volunteerism in the community.…

“ I go over it every morning, a million times in my head,” says Valerie Sinclair, 34, mother of Da’jeianna Smith, a 12-year-old girl with a quick wit and broad smile. The incident she’s talking about put Da’jeianna in a coma when she was struck one afternoon by a pickup truck. “If Da’jeianna would have walked on the other side of the street, if she would have attended the after-school programme as I’d asked, if she would have been riding her bike instead of walking – I’d still have my angel with me,” says Valerie, who has three children. “I can’t change the situation,” she adds. “So I did the best I could. When someone from the Indiana Organ Procurement Organization approached me in the hospital for Da’jeianna’s organs, I…

Salmon Fillets With Soba Noodle Salad Prep 20 mins / Cook 10 mins / Serves 4 3 boneless, skinless salmon fillets (125 g each) 270 g soba noodles 1 carrot, julienned 3 green onions, thinly sliced ½ bunch watercress, washed, dried, sprigs picked 1 Japanese cucumber, julienned ½ avocado, peeled, seeded, cubed 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, to serve MISO DRESSING ¼ cup seasoned rice vinegar 2 tbsps tamari (or soy sauce) 2 tbsps white miso paste 1 tbsp rice bran oil 1. Preheat oven to moderately hot, 190 C. 2. Tear 4 sheets of baking paper and place a salmon fillet on each. Season to taste. Place onto an oven tray. Bake for 10 mins, until just cooked through. 3. Meanwhile, cook noodles in large saucepan of boiling water…

PILAF-STYLE COCONUT CAULIFLOWER Prep 20 mins • Cook 30 mins • Serves 4 • 1 tbsp olive oil •1 onion, thinly sliced •2 cm ginger, peeled, chopped •2 cloves garlic, chopped •¼ cup korma paste •400 ml can coconut milk •400 g pumpkin, peeled, cut into 1 cm cubes •1 cup chicken stock •½ head cauliflower, cut into florets •½ cup frozen peas, thawed •250 g punnet cherry tomatoes, halved •Coriander sprigs, pappadums, to serve 1 In a large frying pan, heat oil on medium. Saute onion, ginger and garlic 3 to 4 mins, until tender. Stir in korma paste and cook 1 to 2 mins, until fragrant. 2 Add milk and bring to simmer, stirring. Mix in pumpkin and stock and simmer 5 mins. 3 In a food processor,…

WHAT’S IN IT FOR THE STARS? IT’S A GOOD MONTH FOR: Oxen like Lena Headey. The 41-year-old Game of Thrones star recently gave birth to her second child. Lena tweeted the happy news, saying she had “just fallen in unconditional heartbreaking divine love for the second time” with her baby girl. Awww… how sweet is that? IT’S A BAD MONTH FOR: Goats like G.E.M. Tang. The 23-year-old Chinese singer was recently slammed for a short online clip of her using her iPhone as a table tennis paddle. Alongside her post she said: “Steve Jobs was remarkable… without him, we won’t have such a good table tennis paddle.” GOAT YEAR OF BIRTH: 2003•1991 •1979•1967•1955•1943 Be cautious as there will be many obstacles at work. Malicious characters are all around you, so…

Tired of limp, flat, lifeless hair? John Frieda’s Luxurious Volume 7 Day Volume Treatment will texturally transform fine hair, leaving it full even after multiple washes. Formulated with protein and keratin to penetrate hair fibres and amplifying each strand for lift, this lightweight semi-permanent treatment establishes a base for volumised styling, enabling you to achieve previously unattainable looks. Use once a week after shampooing and conditioning hair with Luxurious Volume Shampoo and Conditioner. Blow dry your way to va-va-voom volume. All products are colour-safe. We have 50 sets to give away. HOW TO WIN Scan the QR code to enter . Promotion is valid from August 16 to September 15, 2015. Alternatively, you can visit http://bit.do/swwsep15 to participate in this promotion. Winners will be notified via email by end of…

AUG 2014 Jean Yip IPL underarm Hair Removal with Whitening Mask (45 mins) Aishah Mohammed Sim 3564 Angeline Kua 9585 Audrey Hee 4981 Chel-Lin Ooi 6225 Chin Ting Sim 0019 Eileen Tan 2306 Elizabeth Lee 1847 Jan Lee 1810 Joanne Ho 0470 Joelle Boon 4374 Kris Ye 4716 Lay Ying Serraine Teo 5068 Mabel Chan 0656 Mabel Tan 3928 Mei Ling Tan 4661 Stella Gan 3483 Tanya Han 6660 Tiak Soon Teo 1567 Umayal Lakshmanan 5123 Valerie Leong 1089 Xue qi Lin 5359 Yang Lee Tan 2302 HAIR AWARDS 2014 Apivita Moisturizing Color Protecting Leave-In Conditioner for All Hair Types Jade Loh 0951 Kelly Loi 0161 Magdalene Tan 9021 Shenny Fu 6005 Sze Mun Chew 8802 Asience Intensive Treatment Hair Mask Aileen Ong 3087 Ivy Toh 6897 Jasmine Chan 2965…

Prep & cook 35 mins • Serves 4 - 6 750 g uncooked king prawns, peeled, deveined 500 g spaghettini ½ cup extra virgin olive oil (125 ml) 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped 2 chilli padi, seeds and membrane removed, finely chopped 1 tsp finely grated lemon rind 2 tbsps lemon juice Flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped, to serve 1 Shell and devein the prawns, leaving tails intact. Butterfly the prawns by cutting down the back of the prawn. 2 Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a rapid boil. Add pasta; cook until al dente. Drain, reserving ½ cup (125 ml) of the cooking water. 3 Meanwhile, heat 1 tbsp of the oil in a large frypan. Add prawns and cook for 1 min, then turn and cook for…

Prep & cook 20 mins • Serves 4 350 g thinly sliced veal steak 2 tbsps extra virgin olive oil 400 g dried pappardelle pasta 25 g butter 1 medium onion (150 g), finely sliced 2 tsps sweet paprika 225 g button mushrooms, sliced ½ cup sour cream (120 g) 2 tbsps lemon juice 2 tbsps finely chopped dill 1 Bring a large pot of salted water to the boil. 2 Cut the veal into thin strips and place into a bowl with the oil. Season lightly with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, and toss to evenly coat the meat in the seasoned oil. 3 Heat a large non-stick frying pan over high heat and add the meat. Stir-fry quickly until browned. Remove from pan. 4 Add pasta…

Prep & cook 25 mins • Serves 4 ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil (60 ml) 4 cloves garlic, peeled, halved (see tip) 1 kg tomatoes, very ripe, chopped (see tip) ½ tsp salt 400 g dried spaghetti ½ cup firmly packed fresh basil leaves ½ cup Parmesan cheese (40 g), grated 1 Place oil and garlic in a cold large frying pan. Put the pan on low heat. As the oil warms up, the garlic will start to sizzle. Once sizzling but before it turns brown, add tomatoes to pan. Add salt and increase the heat to medium. Simmer for about 15 mins until soft and colour turns to a rich red. Season to taste. 2 Meanwhile, add spaghetti to a large saucepan of boiling, well-salted water until just…

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Getting older is fine. It’s feeling stiffer and more tired that’s not so fine! So in this issue I was thrilled to learn minor lifestyle tweaks to help you change the way you age. Look here: 1 Start in your kitchen with healthy recipes for the whole family. I guess we all know what we should eat (more salads, less fat, less sugar, blah blah…) But sometimes healthy food is just too… boring. So in this issue we share healthy recipes (page146) that taste great, so you can actually look forward to your #eatclean meals. Life’s too short not to enjoy your food, right? 2 Prevent epic social media fails Staying up-to-date is vital. But did you know that being careless with some apps and clicks can help your smart…

BUTCHER BOY When he was 14, homegrown actor Christopher Lee, now 44, helped to wrap cuts of meat and deliver lard to hawker stalls daily before school. He earned $5 a day which he gave to his parents. BREAST PUMP CLEANER “They came covered in dried milk, and I’d be there with a toothbrush scrubbing them up,” reveals dad-of-three Chris Hemsworth, 32. WAITRESS She draws the movie crowds now, but Jennifer Aniston, 46, wasn’t so hot at waiting tables. “The customers didn’t like me because I memorised orders instead of writing them down. So hot dogs became hot cakes,” she shares. BANANA MASCOT Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles actress Megan Fox, 29, used to strut around in a banana costume to attract customers to a smoothie shop in Florida. “It was…

These days, Keira Knightley is not just known for donning corsets in period dramas (remember Pride & Prejudice?) or winning over the hearts of her suitors in rom-coms. The beautiful 30-year-old leading lady was nominated for best supporting actress in this year’s Academy Awards, for her role as a brilliant mathematician in The Imitation Game (Patricia Arquette won the award for Boyhood). Next up is her latest film, Everest (which opens here on September 24), where she pulls off an impressive Kiwi accent. She is also looking forward to her Broadway debut of a new adaptation of Thérèse Raquin by Helen Edmundson, based upon the novel by Émile Zola, directed by Evan Cabnet. It is slated to begin preview performances at New York’s Studio 54 on October 1. Not only…

Think Pink If you’ve always avoided pink lip colour because you think it’s too saccharine sweet, consider Laneige’s Two Tone Lip Bar. It comes in “grownup” pink hues, plus it veils lips in two tones to create a three-dimensional finish. The hydrating lipstick is also cut diagonally, which allows for colour to glide on more smoothly. Star Quality Designed to improve skin elasticity, reduce wrinkles and firm up skin in 30 minutes, the new Bioessence Extra Strength Face Lifting Cream with Royal Jelly + ATP, $55.90 (40 g), is now a fave of Asian stars like local actress Jeanette Aw (left), the new face of the brand. Linear Expressions See Marc Jacob’s iconic runway collections come to life in his latest Mod Noir perfume, which is inspired by the black…

THIS MONTH ONLY ON THE DIGITAL ISSUE ALL EYES Learn how to accentuate your eyes with tips from Asian and Pan-Asian celebs. MADE IN ASIA Shop direct from the page for cool and stylish fashion pieces for work and play from new and promising Asian designers. 8 EXTRA RECIPES! Widen your repertoire of pasta dishes with the bonus recipes in our digital edition. GET THE PICTURE More decor ideas from the vintage-inspired home featured in our Indulge section. GET THE WEEKLY ON YOUR TABLET It’s easy: Just download your digital edition from App Store or Google Play. If you subscribe, your digital edition will automatically appear in your inbox every month – you’ll never forget and you’ll be first in line. Download The Weekly here: Look…

The skin around your eyes is dryer, thinner, and exposed to more daily wear and tear than the rest of the face. As the first line of defense against the environment, your skin naturally has immune functions to protect your body from foreign substances, thanks to Langerhans Cells – the commander-in-chief of your skin’s immune system. These special cells act as your skin’s “security guards”, but their function can be undermined by external threats like air pollution and UV rays, as well as physiological factors like ageing and emotional stress. At the first sign of external aggressors, Langerhans Cells alert your skin to attack harmful “invaders”, flush them out, and restore internal balance. Due to the declining function of these cells, skin becomes more susceptible to damage and accelerated ageing.…

HIT REFRESH Diminish dark eye circles and brighten your eyes for a radiant gaze. Laneige Time Freeze Eye Serum, $69 (20 ml), rejuvenates and refreshes the appearance of your peepers. It not only reduces dark circles and signs of ageing around the eyes, but also lifts droopy eye lids and the outer corners of the eyes. Shiseido Ultimune Eye (15 ml), brightens, smoothes and leaves skin around the eyes suppler. It moisturises the eye area and strengthens it against signs of skin ageing, reducing wrinkles and lines as it blocks off skin damage from UV rays and severe dryness. Sulwhasoo Snowise EX Whitening Eye Treatment, $96 (15 ml), brightens eyes, reduces puffiness and improves circulation around the eyes with the help of a metal applicator massager. Other than removing dark…

Every day, your skin is subject to ageing factors, both internal and external. With each passing year, sagging skin, dullness and wrinkles creep up as part of the natural ageing process. External factors such as environmental assault and harmful lifestyle choices also accelerate this steady decline. After a seven-year study with 1,200 women, LANEIGE scientists discovered that the top five ageing concerns were dryness, dullness, roughness, wrinkles and visible pores. They also found that a holistic approach works best to address these intrinsic and extrinsic factors simultaneously, and visibly halt the clock. By combining cutting-edge skincare, makeup bases and nutritional knowhow, LANEIGE’s age defence essentials work in sync to forestall the key signs of ageing and effectively reverse them. Flawless Face-Fit Lift As you age, your skin loses collagen at…

The new Sulwhasoo Boutique looks luxurious from the outside, and it’s even nicer inside. The store not only has private wood-panelled spa cabins, it also offers exclusive hydrating facials and three of Sulwhasoo’s most premium products. Sulwhasoo Harmonizen Regenerating Cream, $808, has whitening and anti-ageing properties thanks to Korean red ginseng and Salvia miltiorrhiza herb, which plump skin from within. To boost skin rejuvenation, the cream uses Dermosul (a patented herbal ingredient exclusive to Sulwhasoo) and expensive white ginseng. This is ginseng processed in a special way to improve whitening power. Sulwhasoo Essentrue Body Serum, $106 (200 ml), and Essentrue Cream, $70 (200 ml), contain pinenut oil, lotus fruit oil, camellia oil, apricot kernel oil and a kind of Asian plum oil. The serum is light enough to penetrate fast.…

Modern Day Heritage Timeless and close to home – that’s the beauty in Peranakan heritage. In line with Poh Heng’s exclusive Peranakan Ensemble collection, local designer Lai Chan has created modern interpretations of the iconic sarong kebaya by marrying traditional batik prints with trendy fabrics like leather and satin. The result? Effortless elegance. Akin to how well the old can pair up with the new, you can also work these exquisite pieces from Poh Heng’s Peranakan Ensemble collection into your everyday wear for work and play. Down To Earth Hush Puppies keep it cool this fall with earthy shades in their latest collection. You’ll be pleased to find soothing tones of camouflage green and metallic blues, textured with quality suede in some of the pieces. Take your pick from comfy…

Wrinkles & Fine Lines • Derma-Infusion Facetherapy, $380 for 90 minutes, rejuvenates skin for a flawless finish. A fruit enzyme peel is first applied to slough off dead skin cells and imperfections. Then, IPL technology energises and renews skin cells. Your skin is resuscitated with a pure oxygen and moisture bath and then treated to a soporific massage. Once you are relaxed, an antioxidant-rich wolfberry mask is applied for optimal cellular repair, healthier skin and instantly less visible wrinkles. Privé Aesthetics, Tel: 6737 0755, www.priveaesthetics.com • SkinCeuticals HA Moisture Treatment, $280 for 30 minutes, saturates skin in moisture via a cutting-edge HydraFacial technology. To prep skin, a facial peel is applied. This allows a special spiral suction machine to easily clean out pores in one of the most painless extractions…

Arm your skin against the ravages of time, ultraviolent rays, harsh weather and stress. This concentrated age-defying essential provides essential daily defence with 60 per cent Super Collagen. A patented technology by AmorePacific, this hydrolysed ultra-fine collagen packs 15 amino acids, as well as marine collagen from the West Pacific Ocean. It plumps up skin from within, smoothens out fine lines and achieves youthful firmness. Baobab tree extract from the African desert, known to store up to 120,000 litres of water in its trunk, also locks moisture in skin for 24 hours without any sticky after-feel. Ideal for both young and mature skin, it forestalls and reverses the signs of ageing for dewy, translucent and resplendent skin. At $34 (60 g). Visit www.facebook.com/etude.sing for more information. COMPLEMENTARY PRODUCTS Moistfull Super…

Revitalise your skin as you cleanse with this 100 per cent natural multi-functional soap manufactured by MerryLife Global. Unlike harsh soaps, it won’t strip your skin of its moisture barrier. Instead, it conditions while it purifies with powerful botanical oils, including jojoba oil, olive oil, cocos nucifera oil and brown rice oil. To boost the skin’s immunity against stress, free radicals and oxidisation, it contains lingzhi powder, green tea extract and red tea extract. Deep sea minerals and aloe vera also infuse skin with moisture and key nutrients, boost cellular energy, and prompt cell renewal. Use it as a facial cleanser for healthy and translucent skin, or as a body soap to reduce odours, allergies and bacteria infections. You may even double cleanse with it to remove makeup, or apply…

MSG The hormone that switches off hunger is called leptin. According to a US study, MSG – which is found in many processed foods – may make your body more resistant to leptin’s signals. Working Out While some people find exercise suppresses appetite, others find the opposite. People may feel hungry after a 30-minute workout – possibly because your body uses more glucose to fuel this workout. A small snack about 30 minutes before your workout can help keep you full. Watching TV Watching shows featuring death and violence can make us feel peckish, as they subconsciously make us think about our own mortality. Many people tend to distract themselves from this thought by eating or drinking. The remedy? Look in a mirror before you reach for snacks; it reduces…

Take a look around. Chances are, you’ll find at least one person busily thumbing her smartphone. She could be doing anything – “checking in” her location on Facebook, chatting on WhatsApp, tapping “Like” on Instagram or shopping online. Truth is, we can’t live without technology… especially here in Singapore. Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore statistics show our mobile population penetration rate is 156.3 per cent. What’s more, a 2013 report by Nielsen shows smartphones are the device of choice for 87 per cent of Singaporeans. But our growing reliance on our digital “best friends” may be costing us more than the price of an app. Because the personal information stored in your smartphone is a hot commodity to cybercriminals. Think about the memories stored in your phone’s photo albums, your…

MISSION JUICE uses only slow, cold-pressed juicers to preserve more nutrients. They also serve milkshakes and fro yo. Try Breakfast Surprise, a blend of orange, apple, pineapple and passionfruit. Visit www.missionjuice.sg. BOOST JUICE BARS’ juices and smoothies were created with the help of naturopaths and nutritionists. Try Berry Berry Light skinny smoothie, which has less calories than two apples. Visit boostjuicebars.com.sg. BEESKET is a trendy DIY juice bar from Korea. You mix and match three juice capsules from 39 different fruit and vegetable juices. Plus you get calorie and nutrition counts for your juice mix. Visit www.beesket.com.…

The most creative and touching messages from participants were transformed into heartwarming tunes on Insta-video by four talented homegrown music artistes – Tay Kewei, Daphne Khoo, Tay Kexin and Sara Wee. The aim of this campaign was to dedicate a personalised yet universal song for mothers in Singapore in a nationwide gesture of appreciation. Winners were also rewarded with a P&G surprise package! To see the tributes and listen to the artistes’ compositions, check out #ThankYouMomSG #LoveSongsForMom #PGSG50…

Cut down on salt Consuming too much salt can lead to high blood pressure, which in turn puts you at risk for cardiovascular disease and kidney failure. Reduce salt intake by cutting down on processed foods with high salt content. Exercise Being physically active helps maintain a healthy weight, lower blood sugar levels and increases the level of good cholesterol in the blood. Quit smoking Smoking exposes you to a higher risk for heart disease, and women who smoke and also take birth control pills increase several times their risk of heart attack, stroke and peripheral vascular disease. Eat your greens Foods high in dietary fibre reduce your risk of heart disease, with foods high in soluble fibre such as beans, oats and flaxseed lowering bad cholesterol levels. Go for…

My home is… “Bedazzling! In my house, I cover everything with crystals, even buttons on my couch!” says the former Bond girl and model, who has two daughters and a son. Did you know four litres of water is used each time you flush the toilet? That’s three bottles of mineral water. Designed to help you save water, the Acacia Evolution One Piece Toilet creates a “water vortex” when it flushes to clean thoroughly with minimum water. Available from American Standard. #SPACEHACK OF THE MONTH When you’re short on space in the bedroom, a bare wall is valuable. Try building up instead of finding floor space for your dresser with this simple, easy-to-install wall cabinet. Its glass door helps keep your jewellery tidy and dust-free. COFFEE TABLES WE LOVE…

Tiramisu Tart Prep 30 mins (plus chilling) / Serves 8-10 300 g digestive biscuits, crushed ½ cup hazelnut meal 100 g butter, melted 1 tsp powdered gelatine ¼ cup just-boiled water, plus extra ½ cup 2 tbsps instant coffee 2 eggs 1/3 cup caster sugar 250 g tub mascarpone cheese, softened 150 g dark chocolate (70 per cent cocoa), melted 300 ml thickened cream, whipped Shaved dark chocolate, to serve 1. In a food processor, pulse biscuits and meal until fine crumbs form. Add butter and pulse to combine. Press over base and sides of a 3 cm-deep, 22 cm flan pan with removable base. Chill 15 mins. 2. In a jug, using a fork, vigorously whisk gelatine into just-boiled water until dissolved. Cool 5 mins. 3. Stir coffee into…

Baking Special Maple Syrup Butter Cookies Prep & Cook 35 mins / Makes 24 125 g butter, softened ½ tsp vanilla extract 1/3 cup maple syrup ¾ cup plain flour ¼ cup cornflour 1. Preheat oven to 180 C. Grease two large oven trays and line with baking paper. 2. Beat butter, extract and maple syrup in a small bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy; stir in combined sifted flours. Spoon mixture into a piping bag fitted with 1-cm fluted tube. 3. Pipe stars 3 cm apart onto trays. Bake for about 15 mins; cool cookies on tray. Gluten-free Passionfruit Kisses Prep & Cook 40 mins (plus cooling time) / Makes 24 3 eggs ½ cup caster sugar ¾ cup cornflour 2 tbsps pure icing sugar…

3 SEP Mad Chinaman Returns Don’t miss Dick Lee’s classic show as he recounts his musical journey in The Adventures of the Mad Chinaman Upsized. On September 3, at Esplanade Concert Hall. Tickets from $38, from SISTIC. 4 SEP Heartstrings Aflutter A night of orchestral wonders awaits you at the International Masters Showcase: Strumming Heartstrings. Presented by Singapore Chinese Orchestra and features percussion maestro Dame Evelyn Glennie. On September 4 and 5, at SCO Concert Hall. Tickets from $30, from SISTIC. 8 SEP Food Champ It’s an exciting cooking showdown as Food Hero winner, Sarah Benjamin, and TV personality and chef, Nik Michael Imran, pit each other by cooking up a storm to impress a family. Catch Cooking For Love to find out who emerges victorious. Premieres September 8 at…

Prep & cook 20 mins • Serves 4 500 g ricotta and parmesan ravioli (buy ready made from supermarkets or delis) 20 g butter ¼ cup silvered almonds (35 g) 400 ml cream 2 cloves garlic, crushed 2/3 cup Parmesan cheese (80 g), finely grated Freshly grated nutmeg, to taste 125 g baby spinach 1 Cook the ravioli in a large pan of well-salted boiling water until al dente; drain. 2 Melt the butter in a large frying pan; add the silvered almonds. Cook, stirring, over medium heat until the almonds are browned lightly. Transfer to a plate. 3 Add the cream and garlic to the same large frypan. Simmer until cream mixture is reduced by half, taking care it does not bubble over the top of pan. 4 Add…

Prep & cook 40 mins • Serves 4-6 600 g butternut pumpkin, cut into 1 cm cubes ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil (60 ml) 250 g cherry tomatoes 250 g thinly sliced round pancetta 500 g orecchiette pasta (you can also use penne or macaroni) 18 fresh sage leaves Finely grated pecorino cheese, to serve 1 Preheat oven to 200 C. Line a large baking tray with baking paper. 2 Combine pumpkin, half the oil and cherry tomatoes on prepared tray; season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Drape the pancetta slices over the top. Place in oven and bake for 20 mins or until pumpkin is tender, tomatoes have burst and pancetta is crispy. 3 Meanwhile, bring a large pot of well-salted water to a rapid boil.…

Prep & cook 30 mins • Serves 6 500 g macaroni or small spirals 50 g butter 1/3 cup plain flour (50 g) 3½ cups milk (875 ml) 1 tbsp Dijon mustard 2½ cups grated tasty cheese (260 g) 1 Preheat oven to 200 C (180 C fan-forced). 2 Cook pasta in plenty of rapid boiling, salted water until nearly al dente. 3 Meanwhile, heat butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Once butter has melted, add flour. Cook, stirring, for 2 mins. 4 Gradually add milk, stirring constantly, until thickened. Stir in mustard, then add ½ cup of the grated cheese and stir until smooth. Season to taste with salt and ground white pepper. Stir pasta through the cheese sauce, place in ovenproof dish, top with remaining cheese…

CREATIVE KIMONO “Normally Cate can do no wrong, but Julianne’s gown by Armani Privé updates the classic kimono shape with a sophisticated contrast of textures and a daring plunge.” CURTAIN CALL “A white lace dress can look too prim at times. Sarah breaks out from the yawn-fest with her hot pink clutch and peek-a-boo pink bra.” SKIN SUIT ON “Michelle is Fast, Furious and Fabulous but Jourdan balances her shape better. Bare shoulders and a mermaid train add curves to her slight figure.”…

E-MAIL of the month From Anisa Hassan – “Reading your August issue reminds me of the thing that we love most about Singapore – food, glorious food! I thoroughly enjoyed feasting my eyes on the beautiful celebratory cakes, the yummy recipes by our local culinary doyenne Violet Oon, and also learning various ways to whip up a party at home in SG50 style.” POST of the month Barbara Gan shares her favourite memory of growing up in Singapore on The Weekly’s Facebook page: “In the kampong where we lived we had tall coconut trees, and one of the men would climb to the very top to pick the ripened coconuts. The trees were all no less than three stories high, but amazingly he could reach the top in a short…

Arts & Media Melissa Quek Programme leader, Dance, LASALLE College of the Arts “I wish for an arts scene where professional companies create quality work with people of multiple abilities, as well as differently abled bodies,” says Melissa, who teaches dance to the next generation of performers. “We would be described as a nation that enjoys dance. And others will recognise that dancing in the streets, and even in the void decks, is part of our culture. We would put up performances anywhere and everywhere, because we can and because we want to.” To bridge the gap between digital and dance, she choreographed a piece titled Twitterverse, during which dancers sent out live tweets which gave the audience insight to parts of the stage they’d never seen. Beatrice Chia-Richmond Creative…

1 SKIN AROUND THE EYES IS AS THIN AS AN EGG MEMBRANE At approximately 0.6 mm, it is one-third the thickness of facial skin. 2 DRYER THAN THE REST OF YOUR FACE Skin here has fewer sebum glands, making it prone to dehydration. 3 YOU BLINK ABOUT 20,000 TIMES A DAY The delicate skin around your eyes is constantly stretched and fatigued throughout the day. 4 YOUR EYES ARE THE FIRST TO AGE Computer use, lack of sleep, friction from eye makeup removal, and facial expressions involve millions of tiny muscles around your eyes, contributing to fine lines, eye bags and dark circles. THE SOLUTION? Skin’s immunity around the thin, delicate, and dry eye area declines quickly over time, as harsh aggressors (such as sun exposure, dehydration, physical stress, eye…

1. Great for cooler days or evening dates, Shanghai Tang Silk Road Fragrance Rose Silk Eau De Parfum, $155 (60 ml), is a spicy-floral fragrance with rose petals and narcissus blended with blackcurrant and sexy cardamom, vetiver and musk. 2. For a lighter happy scent, fruity-floral Lanvin Éclat de Fleurs, $126 (100 ml), brightens a day with notes of freesias, pear, violet leaves and creamy sandalwood. 3. Clé De Peau Powder Blush in Plum Flower No 101, $108, suits nearly all skin tones. For longer wear (or if you have oily skin), apply over base or makeup primer. 4. To achieve a three dimensional glow (and a sharper-looking face), blend Chanel Joues Contraste in Alezane No 260 (limited edition), $68, over cheeks and sides of forehead. Its subtle gold shimmer…

Dr. Belter Multiactive Eye Contour Collage-pad Mask, $178. WHAT This two-part kit has Multiactive Eye Contour Serum plus Collagen-pads. The serum contains skin-fortifying cholesterol derivatives. The collagen-pads contain no perfume or preservatives and bind moisture to skin. HOW On cleansed skin, massage in a generous amount of the serum before placing the collagen pad over the same area. Next, soak a cotton pad with water and press onto the collagen mask until it is completely moistened and transparent. Smooth out air bubbles and leave on for 10 to 15 minutes. VERDICT She found it a bit of a hassle to use... but our tester was pleased with the results. She said, “The undereye area did look smoother. Plus, makeup did not sink into fine lines as easily.” Convenience Smooth Depuff…

Venue: Mandarin Orchard Singapore, Grange Ballroom, 333 Orchard Road Date: September 12, 2015, Saturday Time: 2 pm to 5 pm HOW TO REGISTER 1 Log on to http://bit.do/SWWLaneige2015 2 Registration fee: $15 for one, $20 for a pair 3 Registration starts from August 16 till September 5, 2015 The beauty experts from Laneige will teach you the secrets to recapturing your youthful radiance with Laneige’s Time Freeze range – a premium anti-ageing solution and Laneige’s collagen drink. Learn new skincare trends and how to take good care of Asian skin, plus yoga techniques on reducing the physical effects of stress on the body. The expert from PaperMarket will provide you with a hands-on experience in turning recycled items into treasures. Gift For You! Participants will each bring home an exclusive…

FRIED & FRIZZY Using heat styling tools every day can burn your hair and make it dull. Using hair ironing tools on wet hair is even worse - the heat “boils” moisture inside the hair shaft, splitting the hair open and making it weak. The Fix: Always apply a heat protectant product before styling, and ensure hair is at least 80 per cent dry before using hair straighteners. BREAKAGE Hairs naturally break off every day, but chemical damage and excessive tugging makes this worse. Brushing too hard during styling can also snap hairs off. The Fix: Include an ultra-hydrating treatment to repair brittle hair. And coat hair with a smoothing oil before you style it, to reduce friction and hair breakage. OVER-PROCESSED When hair is permed or straightened, bonds between…

Whimsical Spread When she’s not busy creating couture wedding gowns, this designer from Malaysia weaves vintage prints into her range of everyday wear. Go easy on accessories while donning on her works of art, as they make for perfect statement pieces on their own. Cool Shields Eyes first over everything else, that’s what Japanese designer Inari believes in. His range of stylish sunglasses run the gamut from uptown chic to pure elegance, so you’ll definitely find a pair to match your personality and lifestyle. All That Glamour Femininity takes on an edgier form in Khoon Hooi’s garments. This Malaysian designer turns to the likes of embellishments and effective draping for the modern-day woman who wants to feel sexy, while still keeping it classy and sophisticated.…

Myth Women become less attractive and depressed From Julianne Moore to Sharon Stone and Michelle Pfeiffer, the list of attractive 50-year-old women is ever growing. With a healthy lifestyle, positive outlook and aesthetic advancements, women can no longer be pigeonholed according to their age. However, even more inspiring than the slew of ageless celebrities is the fact that more leading women are ageing gracefully and embracing their wrinkles. Kylie Minogue recently revealed that she would no longer consider Botox. “I have lines, you can see them on my face,” she proudly declared. A study conducted on behalf of the National Women’s Health Resource Center in the United States also suggests that women aren’t terrified of ageing. Instead, most viewed it as “an adventure and opportunity”. Myth You lose your sex…

Rejuvenate environmentally-stressed and ageing skin with this double-acting essence, which whitens skin and improves the appearance of wrinkles. Combining the stem cell cultures from panax ginseng, carrot, camellia, chrysanthemum, mung beans and bamboo, this nourishing essence triggers self-repair and fights visible signs of ageing. Its gel-like texture is easily absorbed without stickiness, leaving skin feeling silky and moisturised. Best massaged into skin at night when skin’s regeneration is at its peak; it will work to restore skin’s elasticity and healthy glow. Infused with botanical extracts such as witch hazel leaf, tiger grass and Japanese yam, it soothes sensitive and dry skins without irritation. At $62.80 (50 ml). Visit www.dermabiz.com.sg for more information. COMPLEMENTARY PRODUCTS Double S Lotion A triple-action skin moisturiser combining natto beans, panthenol and trehalos to make skin…

Your hand cream should work harder than your hands. Combining active ingredients such as glycerine, silicone, botanical oils, chamomile and allantoin, Glysomed Hand Cream is what you need to repair hands roughened by wear and tear and environmental aggressions. Silicone locks in moisture and helps to protect hands like an invisible glove, botanical oils provide intensive moisture and moisture retaining effects, chamomile helps to soothe and calm dry and irritated skin and allantoin protects and promotes cell regeneration in exposed skin weakened by environmental aggressions. Slather it daily on your hands, cuticles, elbows, knees and feet – whenever skin needs extra care. At $8.20 (50 ml). Visit www.glysomed.com for more information. COMPLEMENTARY PRODUCTS Foot Balm Packed with shea butter, olive oil and peppermint oil, this unique balm softens and conditions…

If you feel sluggish, exhausted and generally out of shape, this dietary therapy system may be just what you need to kickstart your body again. Integrating herbal health supplements with an intelligent lifestyle dietary plan, it gives your body a much-needed reboot. Two of the key supplements in this programme – MerryLife G-Food Lifesence and Mealtrify – are packed with thousands of nano essences, enzymes and nutrients to restore your vital organs, body and skin. Formulated with precious herbs and plant extracts such as wild cordyceps sinensis, natural brown rice, burdock root, wolfberry, psyllium husk and soybean powder, they boost your digestive system for natural detoxification and enhance cellular metabolism for holistic wellness, vitality and youth. Combined with a healthy fitness plan and diet, this programme also helps you achieve…

Add humour Next time you have a team meeting, tell a joke. Laughing together makes people feel more united. This makes them more likely to collaborate well. Stay positive It’s obvious becoming known as the office whiner can hurt your chance of promotion. More surprisingly, a US study shows people with a negative attitude tend to be less productive and feel more tired at work. Raise your voice Varying the volume you speak at makes you seem more dynamic, shows a study in the Journal of Psychological Science. So it’s okay to speak louder to emphasise an exciting point – just don’t yell. Heart-felt warning If menopausal hot flushes kick in before age 52, your risk of heart disease may be higher. It may be a sign of poor endothelial…

Road safety People with senior citizen concession cards or Green Man+ cards can tap the cards on smart card readers on 500+ traffic light poles in Singapore (see above). This warns the traffic light to give them 13 extra seconds, so they can safely cross the road. Shorter taxi queues Launched last November, the Land Transport Authority’s Taxi Info System app uses heat sensors and intelligent cameras at taxi stands to monitor people in queues. This data is used to send estimated waiting times to your smartphone, and to direct taxis where they’re needed. Healthcare help The Ministry of Health uses the Electronic Medical Record Exchange (EMRX) to sync patients’ medical records and test results in all public hospitals and polyclinics in Singapore. Doctors get faster access to records, and…

This international sports event was held this year from July 25 to August 2 in Los Angeles, and Singapore sent a female football team and two Table Tennis athletes for the first time, plus we were also represented in Athletics, Badminton, Bocce, Bowling and Swimming. By bringing together people with and without intellectual disabilities, as teammates and competitors, Special Olympics breaks down walls of social exclusion and gives all participants a new appreciation for each other. And the athletes’ proud mothers are there every step of the way, encouraging their children to excel and find their personal best. Procter & Gamble proudly partnered with NTUC FairPrice to bring Singapore’s contingent to the Special Olympics.…

1 Remove any knobs and handles and lightly sand the entire cabinet, including the backboard and shelves. Wipe off dust with a tack cloth. 2 Use a paintbrush, paint the furniture with a wood or multi-surface primer (use this if you’re painting over old paint). Once dry, apply a coat of paint for wooden surfaces. Pick a vivacious colour like hot pink or bright blue for instant revival. 3 For a flash of style, line the inside of the cabinet with leftover wallpaper cut to fit. You can also do this to make simple IKEA bookshelves look pricey. With a paint roller, apply wallpaper glue to the wallpaper and affix it to the backboard. Use a window wiper to flatten any air bubbles. Wipe off stray paste with a damp…

Step 1 Scan this QR Code or go to http://bit.do/ dd2016voting Step 2 Fill in your particulars and vote for your favourite kitchenware and cooking products in the Domestic Diva 2016 entry form. Step 3 Enter a chance to win a set of Tupperware Cutlery Spoons (one pair) in Rich Custard and Stuffables in Lime, worth $50. We have 45 sets to give away. These Tupperware Stuffables are perfect for odd-shaped or bulky foods – they have a flexible seal that expands and are great for storing leftovers from roast meats to fruits and vegetables in the fridge. Closing date: October 30, 2015. Winners will be notified by email. Voting is open to all residents of Singapore, other than employees and their families of SPHM Pte Ltd and its associated…

There’s nothing more special than something that’s handmade with love. They’re pretty as they are, but pack these biscuits stylishly in pretty jars and they make the best gifts for teachers on September 3 (they get their well-earned break on September 4). Make sure biscuits are completely cold before storing, or they will soften in the container. Biscuits which are filled with icing are best filled on the day of packing.…

Coconut Chicken Bread Bowl PREP 15 mins / COOK 20 mins / SERVES 2-3 1 round bread loaf (approx, 7” diameter) 200 g chicken fillet, cut into thick strips 50 g baby corn, sliced in half 6 button mushrooms, halved 1 cup coconut milk ½ cup boiling water 1 tsp fish sauce 1 tsp lime juice SEASONING 1 tsp sesame oil 2 tbsps cooking oil 1 tbsp galangal, finely sliced 1 stalk lemon grass, white part only, sliced 3-4 kaffir lime leaves, torn 2 tbsps coriander, chopped ½ chilli, chopped Salt and pepper 1. Cut top off the bread and save it for the lid. Use your fingers to remove the bread from inside the loaf, leaving just the crust. 2. Toast bread bowl by air-frying at 180 C for…

“The first thing which struck me when the food arrived was the wonderful presentation; the food looked tasty, inviting and appealing. And when I took the first bite, it was clear that it’s not just aesthetically pleasing, the dishes were flavourful and really stimulated my palette. Seafood lovers will be in for a treat at FYR Cycene Ond Drinc. I tried the Breaded Kaffir Lime Fresh Oysters and Whole Maine Lobster which were very fresh, plus they were seasoned just right. Li-wei, my husband who dined with me, particularly enjoyed the Five-spice Half Chicken, Striploin, Asian-spiced Tiger Prawn – he commented that he was surprised that the chicken breast meat was not dry and tough, but very juicy and tender. For desserts, we had the Baked Pistachio Melt & Pandan…

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As a child, I never liked my Auntie Rose*. She was my father’s older sister, and he idolised her. Partly because she was 11 years older, and partly because she was so pretty and clever. In fact, everyone thought Rose would marry a rich and influential man. My grandmother was a terrible snob and she often told my father Rose would be their ticket to a good life. So it was a big shock when Aunt Rose, aged just 19, suddenly eloped with a poor junior salesman! My dad was a boy at the time, but he remembers the shockwaves it sent through their house. Turns out, he didn’t know even half of the story! When Rose left, she cut almost all ties with her family. Sometimes, she would send…

Prep & cook 30 mins • Serves 4 6 Italian-style sausages (750 g) 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 large brown onion, sliced thinly (200 g) 400 g can chopped tomatoes 400 g can tomato puree or passata ½ cup loosely packed basil leaves, torn 375 g rigatoni, penne or other short pasta 3-4 bocconcini, sliced thickly (see tip) ¼ cup Parmesan cheese (60 g), finely grated 1 Make a long shallow cut along the length of each sausage, using a small, sharp knife; peel away casings and discard. Crumble sausage meat into pieces. 2 Heat the oil in a large frypan over a high heat. Add sausage pieces and cook, stirring, until browned all over and just cooked through. Remove from pan; set aside. 3 Add onion to…

Prep & cook 30 mins • Serves 4 1 litre salt-reduced chicken stock (4 cups) 2 chicken breast fillets (400 g) 2 tbsps extra virgin olive oil 1 medium leek, rinsed, chopped finely (350 g) 1 medium carrot (120 g), grated 1 medium zucchini (120 g), grated 2 sticks celery (200 g), sliced finely 3 sheets fresh lasagne (250 g) 2 tbsps curly parsley, chopped finely 1 Place the stock into a saucepan and bring to the boil. Add chicken fillets and reduce heat to a simmer; cook, covered, for 10 mins. Remove chicken from the pan and set to one side to cool. Reserve the chicken stock. When cool to touch, shred the meat. 2 Heat oil in a medium saucepan and add leek; cook, stirring, over medium heat…