Innholdsfortegnelse for February 2019 i Singapore Women's Weekly

Sean Tan Associate Editor What is your favourite CNY tradition? “I used to love shopping for new CNY outfits when I was younger, but now it’s become a bit of a chore. I think giving ang baos to our parents is really meaningful, because when we were young our parents gave us ang baos every year, and now it’s our turn to give back to show our appreciation.” What do you love or hate about this yearly festival? “Like everyone, I love the indulgent goodies, and for me, pineapple tarts and bak kwa are weaknesses. What I hate most? The endless and tiring gatherings throughout the week.” Rachel Chin Account Director, Fashion What is your favourite CNY tradition? “When the whole family turns up in traditional wear and takes photos…

1. What do you think about working with your spouse? A. It’s a bad idea B. I’d love it C. I don’t know 2. When your partner hangs out with his female friends, do you get jealous? A. Only sometimes, but not usually B. Not at all C. Yes, I’m extremely jealous 3. What are your thoughts on adopting a child: Yes or no? A. I would prefer to have my own B. I’d like to adopt and have my own C. I would adopt in a heartbeat 4. What’s the perfect number of kids for you? A. One B. Two or more C. The more the merrier 5. Are you and your significant other the best dressed couple in the room? A. Sometimes B. Not at all C. Always…

MOST EXTRA VEIL Priyanka Chopra & Nick Jonas The lavish ceremony of Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas – or ChopJo, as they are now known – took place over a weekend in Rajasthan, and while there were plenty of wedding highlights to talk about, everyone was focused on Priyanka’s headgear. Featuring a 22-metre wedding veil, it required five people to carry it behind her. BODY POSITIVITY AWARD Princess Eugenie & Jack Brooksbank Even though the wedding was her day, Princess Eugenie still made an effort to honour people living with scoliosis, and to thank those who cared for her during and after surgery. Her custom Peter Pilotto dress was designed to dip lower in the back, to ensure her post-surgery scar was shown. “I think you can change the way…

Q: What are some daily habits that can cause the appearance of dark under-eye circles and fine lines? How can we delay the onset of wrinkles around the eye area? A: “The under-eye skin is extremely delicate, and ages very fast if not taken care of well. Sun exposure is the leading cause of premature ageing in this area, along with smoking and excessive alcohol consumption. Constant rubbing of your eyes is also a bad habit, which can stress the under-eye area and worsen dark eye circles and fine lines. A healthy lifestyle is key to keeping the under-eye area looking refreshed – a healthy diet, no smoking, and minimal to moderate alcohol consumption. Use sunblock daily, and wear sunglasses with UV protection when going out into the sun. A…

Size Does Matter Rather than lug around a large bag while on your visitation rounds this Lunar New Year, shrink down your “necessities” with the new Furla Mimi – after all, the less space your bag has, the less unnecessary weight goes into it. Besides, the variety of bright punchy hues available will still deliver a happy pop of colour wherever you go, even after the house visits and endless rounds of yu sheng is over. Take your pick from either the Small or Mini size. IN FULL BLOOM The new way that designers are approaching florals for the season is by giving them an artsy overdo. Here are the five types of florals you need to wear SHE WEARS SEASHELLS… …everywhere she goes! These seashell earrings are having a…

TIP #1: SORT BY SEASON “Keep out-of-season clothes out of the way. Put your bulky winter wear and beach vacation outfits away in compression bags that are slim and easy to store in your closet.” TIP #2: NO HANGER HANG-UPS “Your closet will look a lot neater with one type of hanger. I recommend thin, black velvet ones that are lightweight and anti-slip for tops.” TIP #3: ROWS, NOT PILES “Arrange your folded items standing up in neat rows, rather than stacked on top of each other, for easier access and a bird’s eye view of your clothes.” For more information, visit sortorial.com…

Red rose, red wine and red hearts – a study by the University of Rochester proved that there are also some psychological factors behind this colour code for Valentine’s Day. When shown photographs, men found women who were either wearing red or standing against a red background more desirable. The reverse proved to be true as well. Women perceived men wearing red as having a higher status as well. The simple reason behind this? The colour red is proven to make your heart beat faster. OIL IN A DAY’S WORK Essentials oils are known to help improve focus, reduce fatigue and create positive emotions in people. And one that offers the uplifting and stimulating properties of both orange and ginger – Abundance by Young Living – is just what the…

‘Be specific with the time and what activities you would like to do, then enter each session as recurring appointment in your calendar’ After running for what felt like a gold medal-worthy 20 metres for the bus, you realise your cardio fitness is a little lacking. It’s become obvious that whatever dedication to exercise you showed throughout the party season hasn’t really benefitted you that much. Regardless of whether it’s been two months since you donned your LBD or two years, the following advice will help equip you with the knowledge and tips you need to reignite your fitness mojo. WHERE TO START? This is often the hardest part, but with some good organisation and preparation it can become less daunting – exciting even. We’ve all heard the quote “Failing…

Your job is wearing you down, children take up a lot of your time, and there’s only that much time for household chores… If all this means that you and your spouse are unable to give each other undivided attention even for a few select moments a day, then it may be time to schedule in date nights (or days, as the case may be). “Date night means spending time and giving undivided attention to each other, regardless of what time of the day it is,” according to Enneagram Relationship Coach, Cindy Leong of Relationship Studio. This encompasses even small gestures such as kissing each other goodnight and greeting each other with a kiss in the morning – “falling asleep together as a couple has been a top habit that…

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We rooted for her when she put her culinary skills to the test in Masterchef Australia in 2012, and what we continue to love about Audra Morrice is that she’s stayed true to her Chinese-Indian roots. The Masterchef Asia and Masterchef Singapore judge has recently released her second book Cook & Feast, which draws on her own heritage as well as cultures she has connected with through the years. Audra, who’s originally from Singapore, now runs a catering business in Sydney. She says cooking and feasting are the two things that bring joy to her and to many. “Feasting for me is not only about vibrant colours and flavours… but also the expression of celebration, pleasure, delight, joy and plentifulness.” All things we wish for in the Lunar New Year!…

Dong Dong Qiang How cute is this new Lunar New Year ice-cream cake from Swensen’s? Tong Tong Qiang features Neopolitan-flavoured ice-cream covered with mini fondant “oranges” and an auspicious chocolate banner. Limited to only 88 cakes. At $68.80 (1 kg), from Swensen’s. Visit www.swensens.com.sg Eternal Bliss Platter Perfect for gifting, this platter brings good fortune with five savoury and sweet homemade treats: Prosperity carrot cake, Abundance yam cake, Fortune glutinous rice cake, red date coconut cake and golden osmanthus chrysanthemum cake. At $38.80, from Crystal Jade. Order at estore.crystaljade.com Abundantly Slide off the partition of this showstopping chiffon cake with rich purple sweet potato and topped with black sesame peanut feuilletine to release an overflowing wealth of salty cheese cream and sweet toppings. At $38, from Antoinette. Visit www.antoinette.com.sg…

ROOMS CLEAN Sweeping solutions Believe it or not, there’s a right way to sweep. Hold the broom like a canoe paddle, with one hand on top of the handle and the other toward the middle. Push your hands in opposite directions to get the most out of every sweeping stroke. Sweep from the outside in and move the dirt to the centre of the room, where it will be easy to pick up. Better still, opt for an all-in-one cordless floor cleaner like the one by Hizero – it sweeps, mops and dries all in one pass! If you’re sweeping outdoors, go for brooms with stronger, stiffer bristles, which work better to clear porous surfaces. Store brooms with the handle down. It makes them easier to find and protects the…

My husband Wee Kiat* and I have been a happily married couple for close to seven years now. Our favourite public holiday is Lunar New Year – we love this festive period for the family get-togethers, the delicious food, and the fact that we get lots of ang baos, but don’t have to give away any of our own… because no one knows we are married! Wee Kiat and I first met when we were interning at an arts organisation, and our immediate attraction developed into a whirlwind romance. Within nine months into our relationship, we held a basic marriage solemnisation at the Registry of Marriages. Yes, we were that crazy in love! Both of our families weren’t well-off, and since we were just university undergraduates with little savings, we…

The best thing my late grandmother left me were her recipes. No written transcripts but tastes, flavours and smells learnt over hours of standing by her especially when she cooked for the family for the Lunar New Year. She used to cook way too many dishes – but it was a demonstration of the depth of her love for us. My New Year menu is an abridged version – with Ayam Buah Keluak, Chap Chye and Ngo Hiang the mainstays. I’ve also added a new dish to the repertoire. It’s something I picked up from my late brother-in-law who used to cook reunion dinner for my husband’s family. It’s a Hockchew dish of rice cakes, coaxed to tenderness with a meat stock, and then wok fried with prawns, slivers of…

50 Shades of Grey We’re all for spicing things up in the bedroom, but this limp offering will leave you wanting more at the end of the night. Fatal Attraction This starts out innocently enough, but how things pan out will possibly kill any romantic urge you might have. The Notebook A tear-jerker that introduced the world to Ryan Gosling’s abs, watch this star-crossed romance to score major points with your date. Pretty Woman You’re making a big mistake (huge!) if you try to skip out on this rom-com that pairs a working girl with a heart of gold with a wealthy businessman. Titanic Sure, the ending’s not so great, but this epic romance will melt that cold, cold iceberg of a heart that any V-day Grinch possesses.…

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On how she’ll celebrate CNY: “I’ll be in Singapore spending time with my family. I always associate CNY with rest and relaxation at home.” On what food she’s looking forward to eating: “Pineapple tarts of course!” On her favourite CNY tradition: “Staying at home! Because I’m so busy all the time, my parents give me a break and I don’t even have to go visiting. My relatives will come to my house.” On what she wants to achieve in 2019: “I’m looking forward to completing the Superior Patisserie course in Tokyo, Japan.” On her hopes for the Year of the Pig: “I hope those around me are healthy and happy, that’s most important.” On the state of her love life: “I like to keep my personal life very private but…

ANTIPODES In a nutshell: A certified organic and natural skincare brand that hails from New Zealand, Antipodes only made its way to Singapore last October. However, it’s been a long-time favourite for celebrities like Cara Delevingne, Sam Smith and Elle Macpherson. We recommend: The Antipodes Aura Manuka Honey Mask, $47.96 (75 ml) – a luxurious hydrating face mask that leaves skin hydrated and soothed. ALCHE{ME} In a nutshell: A personalised skincare brand that is made in Singapore! Utilising cutting-edge facial recognition technology to develop formulations, each product is tailored to each customer’s unique needs. Co-founders Tuyen Lamy and Constance Mandefield understand the importance of formulation and how vital it is for the product to be effective, and also how it should feel when applied on skin. We recommend: Everything, really.…

Believe it or not, your hair colour can totally transform how you look and feel. The right shade for your complexion can bring out your natural radiance and leave you looking more youthful. But choose the wrong tone and you could end up looking tired or washed-out. We sent three women to hair maestro Den Ng at PREP Luxe, where they learnt about the world of difference a simple change of shade can make! Peggy Tham 26, Pricer THE CHALLENGE Peggy’s long hair is naturally wavy. “I find it hard to manage, so I have it rebonded every three months,” she confides. “It’s also very brittle as I’ve bleached it before.” To counter the damage, Peggy uses a leave-in frizz-control serum after her daily shampoo and conditioner, plus a weekly…

Unlike celebrities who have an entire team to help them get ready before a big event, most of us can’t even spare the time to go down to a salon for a trim – but there’s an easy way to look put together. The new Dyson Airwrap can help you curl or straighten with ease. SLEEK MOVES Shoulder-length hair can be frustrating to style as they can get unruly near the ends, but Sandra Bullock keeps her mane looking smooth with a few styling tricks. Apply a de-frizzing serum to damp hair and blow dry with the Dyson Pre-Styling Dryer attachment. Then, use the Dyson Soft Smoothing Brush attachment, working your way down and curling inwards as you approach the ends of your hair. USE THESE ATTACHMENTS: CURLS GALORE Tightly…

Suit Up A printed pantsuit exudes confident power vibes. Berms Baby, Berms! Bermuda shorts are super stylish when they are tailored and part of a suit. Supersize Me Go bold with a feathered top, fun accessories and oversized pants. Accessorise All Areas Attract prosperity with gold jewellery and a handbag in red tones. Printed Matter Pair clashing prints in ice-cream shades. Pretty In Plaid Experiment with coloured checks and statement accessories. Extra “huat” points if your eyeshadow is gold! Print Riot Clash bright solid colours with contrasting prints.…

Anything that gets you moving on a regular basis! This may involve starting out with three 30-minute walks a week for one person and three spin classes and two weights workouts for another. This depends on what your goals are as well as what’s convenient and realistic for you. Ideally a combination of activities that help improve flexibility, cardio fitness and strength is best. It’s equally important you choose to include activities that you like along with people whose company you enjoy; this way you will be more inclined to keep on track. Here are some examples of activities along with a few extra guidelines to help point you in the right direction: If you plan on joining a gym, research your options. Make sure it’s close by, financially viable,…

Featuring the fresh, bright aromas of five citrus essential oils – orange, tangerine, grapefruit, lemon, and mandarin oils with a hint of spearmint – Citrus Fresh ™ (15 ml) helps you feel fresh and energised to put your best foot forward in the new year. Through its invigorating and uplifting aroma, Citrus Fresh ™ helps you boost energy and creativity, as well as increase clarity of thought to ensure smooth communication at home or in the workplace.…

RED BRAISED IBERICO PORK CHEEK BOURGUIGNON Prep 30 mins (+ overnight soaking) | Cook 3 hrs | Serves 4 8 pork cheeks 8 dried oysters, rehydrated in cold water 15 mins, rinsed well then strained 1 g fatt choy (black moss), rehydrated in cold water 15 mins, rinsed well twice, then strained 8 dried shiitake mushrooms, rehydrated overnight, rinse and squeeze them gently to remove excess water, discard stems 4 g black peppercorn 50 ml Sichuan chilli oil 20 g dou ban jiang (chilli bean paste) 50 g rock sugar 700 ml Shaoxing wine 80 ml light soy sauce 25 ml dark soy sauce 2.5 L chicken stock Oil, for cooking MIREPOIX (STARTING MIXTURE) 50 g ginger, sliced 30 g garlic, crushed 120 g yellow onion 70 g leeks, diced…

CHARGRILLED CHICKEN & CORN SALSA Prep 15 mins | Cook 20 mins | Serves 4 4 small chicken breast fillets 2 tbsps olive oil 2 corn cobs, husks, silks removed 1 small red onion, chopped 400 g can black beans, rinsed, drained 250 g punnet cherry tomatoes, quartered ½ cup chopped coriander 1 long red chilli, seeded, finely chopped 3 limes, juiced ½ cup whole egg mayonnaise 2 baby gem lettuces, leaves separated Sorrel leaves, lime halves, to serve 1. Preheat a chargrill pan on medium. Brush chicken fillets with oil. Season. Chargrill chicken 3 to 4 mins each side until charred and cooked through. Transfer to a plate. Cover to keep warm. 2. On same grill plate, cook corn cobs 10 mins, turning to cook evenly. Cut kernels from…

• Make a lost-and-found – use a cute vintage lunch box or lidded storage container to stash lost game pieces, stray screws and buttons, and similar small items. When you need the item, you’ll know where to look first. • Do quick rescues – a five-minute sweep through each room, taking a laundry basket with you. Place in it anything that doesn’t belong in that room, then put away the stuff that does belong there. • Stop clutter at the front door – mount a plastic or cloth shoe rack inside your front entry closet door, and use it to stash all kinds of living room and family room miscellany like toys, hats, gloves and magazines. • Before you start sorting your stuff, find out where you can donate items…

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Lim Hui Nan, 35, & Howard Lo, 42 Empire Eats Group In business together for four years and married for six, this entrepreneurial couple draw on each other’s wisdom and knowledge when it comes to running their burgeoning culinary legacy, Empire Eats Group. The company counts 12 brands under its banner, including Standing Sushi Bar, Tanuki Raw, Salmon Samurai and The Secret Mermaid. While the two consider their company to be their first baby, Howard and Hui Nan are also parents to two young children. What do you love about working with your spouse? Howard: “I think one of the best things is that on the good days when you’re working together, you have someone who truly understands exactly what you are going through because she is right there…

They say the eyes are the window to the soul. As for the hands? They can be more like a magnifying glass peering into your birth certificate. This isn’t just anecdotal. A study conducted by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons found that a person’s age can be accurately predicted simply by viewing a photo of their hands. However, when these same images were doctored to add nail polish and correct skin tone, the owner of the hands was predicted to be far younger. To keep people guessing, try these handy tips for – uh – top tips! SHAPING An oval nail shape is a classic. Keep nails shorter with a rounded shape as it is more flattering on mature hands. A rounded edge is also less likely to develop…

• There are two types of heat styling – wet and dry – which corresponds to the dampness of your hair when you start styling it. You should never use dry-heat styling products like flat iron and curling tongs on damp hair as it will heat up and dry out hair from the inside out, leaving it damaged and frizzy. • Temperature is key as you have to balance between maintaining a hair style without damaging hair strands. As the engineers at Dyson have found out, the optimum temperature is below 150 C as anything more than that would cause damage to hair. This is why the Dyson Airwrap has intelligent heat control which measures airflow temperature over 40 times per second to ensure that hair is never overheated. •…

“My husband and I have just moved into our new place, and I am struggling with the decrease in closet space. Previously, I had three full racks to myself, but we now have to share three racks between us. How am I going to fit all my clothes into half the space? Help!” – Charmaine, 34 A “Deep breaths Charmaine, help is here! I’m not going to lie – this will take some ruthless purging on your part, but it will pay off in the long run. Firstly, separate your clothing into ‘essentials’ and the ‘non-essentials’. White shirts, camisoles, your navy work suits… all go into ‘essentials’. The metallic skirt goes into the ‘non-essential’ pile. Next, divide the ‘non-essentials’ pile into smaller piles: Keep and Donate. In your Keep…

While you’d have to be living in dreamland to think you could outrun the ageing process, a growing amount of scientific evidence says we have more power over how we age than many of us realise. So how much of it is determined by our genes, and to what extent does our lifestyle have an impact? It’s all about the telomeres When it comes to ageing, it all starts with what’s happening deep inside our cells. Within the cellular structure are chromosomes, which carry our genetic makeup, and on the ends of these chromosomes are protective caps made of protein – these are the telomeres. When we are born, their length is equal to 10,000 base pairs. By the time we’re 35, the length has reduced to only 7,500 base…

1 EMBRACE SPACE Got a sudden cancellation? We get so used to leading crammed-up lives that if we get an unexpected break in pace we immediately replace it with yet another arrangement. HOW? Instead of searching for outside stimuli, look inwards and invest time in future-planning. Our society values extroverts, but a little introversion can be a real treat. Spend half a day taking stock of your life, your goals and your aims to reap deeper, longterm benefits. 2 BE “GOOD ENOUGH” Often our natural perfectionist streak makes us busier than we need to be. We all want our homes to look great and serve friends an impressive meal, but if it means a whole day of cleaning and another day of shopping and cleaning, there’s a danger your get-together…

WEEK 1 SUNDAY Do a grocery shop for nourishing food; write down your goals; have an idea of where you plan to walk to, as walking is going to be the start of your fitness plan; find or acquire at least two full sets of comfortable activewear, and lay one set out for Monday morning; set your alarm 45 minutes earlier than usual. MONDAY, WEDNESDAY AND FRIDAY Rise and shine! Change into your activewear and head out for a 30-minute walk in the park. WEEK 2 SATURDAY AND SUNDAY Repeat steps of last Sunday (except read goals instead of writing them) and call a friend to organise a game of tennis, a bike ride, a jog in the park, an exercise class or a yoga session at the gym for…

A Young Living proprietary blend, Common Sense ™ (5 ml) was carefully and thoughtfully formulated to enhance rational decision-making abilities to increase wellness, purpose and abundance. In 2019, those born in the year of the Ox may experience a tendency to make unwise and hasty decisions. In times like these, turn to the comforting aroma of Common Sense ™ . It consists of frankincense, ylang ylang, ocotea, goldenrod, ruta (ruta graveolens), dorado azul (hyptis suaveolens) and lime.…

For Chef Jeremmy, the fish hotpot is a festive family dinner must-have. In line with Le Binchotan’s cuisine philosophy, Chef Jeremmy’s fish hotpot is inspired by a Japanese-style fumet base made from fish bones. Fumet is a stock made by simmering fish or meat in water, wine, or in both, and boiled down to concentrate the flavour. He says this process allows for the broth to be quickly and richly flavoured. He uses Japanese madai and kinki fish but if you can’t find them, look for non-oily white-fleshed fish such as red snapper, grouper or sea bream.…

STRAWBERRY & PISTACHIO ECLAIRS Prep 20 mins | Cook 25 mins | Makes 12 1½ cups milk 2 tsps vanilla essence 2 egg yolks ¼ cup caster sugar 2 tbsps cornflour 10 g unsalted butter 2 cups icing sugar, sifted 2 tbsps boiling water Few drops pink food colouring 12 sponge finger biscuits, halved horizontally ¼ cup strawberry jam 250 g strawberries, sliced Chopped pistachios, to serve 1. In a small saucepan, heat milk on medium until just below boiling. In a medium heatproof bowl, whisk essence, yolks, caster sugar and cornflour until pale and creamy. Gradually add hot milk in a thin, steady stream, whisking to combine. Return mixture to saucepan. Whisk on low until custard boils and thickens. Stir in butter. Transfer custard to a heatproof bowl. Chill…

COLOUR CONSCIOUS When you think kitchen revamp, a new exhaust hood is sure to be on the list. But one that’s to be the design focal point? Likely not. Enter the Smart Deco Hood by Franke Singapore with exhaust hoods in seven up-to-the-minute and versatile colours. They come in a semi-matte finishing and also offer a wide range of functions – talk about being utilitarian and a conversation point. For more details, visit franke.com/sg ANTI-AGEING BITES An uneven complexion is probably the first indicators of ageing – not just freckles, but bigger, uneven brown patches on the face, hands, décolletage and shoulder areas. These ageing dark spots are caused by sun exposure, specifically UVA rays, which penetrate deep into your skin. Defy ageing with Heliocare Purewhite Radiance Max 240. Formulated…