Friday, 31 January 2020

张锡镐聊Netflix节目嘉宾和经营餐厅的压力

我们想做些不同的事(透过Netflix节目《美食不美》和《早餐、午餐和晚餐》), 也许是一些(其他旅游节目)之前没做过的。我们不会抱着既定的认知(去拍摄),而是在过程中与观众一起发掘探索、汲取新知。
所有节目嘉宾(例如克莉丝汀泰根与塞斯罗根)都令我印象深刻,而且他们并不是随机邀请的 他们是我觉得可以很酷地在一起,很想了解更多,让观众看到他们从未展现过的另一种面貌。
如果你真的努力寻找,在很多地方都能找到美食。 话虽如此,我们也做了一定程度的资料搜集(在选择每集的目的地)。节目不仅仅是关于美食,也希望带出地方特色美食背后的故事。

Interview David Chang
张锡镐在Netflix节目《美食不美》Photo credit: Netflix

我们并不希望“Lucky Peach”现已停刊沦为一般的饮食杂志。 我们想讲故事,而让我们最为着迷的,是内容。值得庆幸的是,读者群也有相同的看法。
(我心中鲜为人知但必访的美食目的地包括) 巴西的圣保罗,在市中心的市集所售卖的意式肉肠三明治是最棒的。还有新加坡,为了品尝各式煮法的辣椒螃蟹,以及美国马里兰州,因为可以在那里吃到最美味的蓝蟹。
旅游可以开拓视野,其中也包括我的饮食体验。 我不认为旅行和美食是两种互不相关的东西,对我而言,两者之间是有联系的。当我出游时,我也在学习和品尝全新的食物与风味,就是这么纯粹。
和刚入行相比较,我作为餐饮经营者的压力越来越大 无论是餐厅、我个人或员工,皆不容有失。本来从失败中学习成长,是很有建设性的,但现在已没有那样的余裕。

Interview David Chang
张锡镐和妻子Grace。Photo credit: Ron Adar/shutterstock.com

从踏入这行(餐饮业)开始,我决定了要把重心放食物上
我还记得,过去在一家餐厅当厨师时,经理告诉我,有研究显示客人最重视的是服务,不,我认为一切始终取决于食物。直到今天,我依然会给这样的建议:把食物摆在第一位。
当我们在悉尼开设Momofuku Seiobo时, 我大概有两年时间,每两周得在纽约和澳洲之间来回穿梭,你可以想象我花了多长的时间在飞行上。(为长途航程做准备),在启程前,找个舒服的贵宾室让自己放松身心、喝大量的水,如果常常在旅途中,也可善用飞行时间完成工作。
人们可能误以为厨师每晚都会在家下厨 但对我来说,肯定不是这样的情况,因为我常常得到处飞,非常忙碌。不过我家里的冰箱会常备电解质补充剂饮料、鸡蛋、面条、培根和鱼露。
精神粮食: 三大风格独树一帜、刺激味蕾的饮食杂志
Interview David Chang

Fare

每半年出刊,每期专注于一座城市,全方位透视当地的饮食、文化和历史。创刊人Benjamin Mervis曾是人气节目《主厨的餐桌》的资料搜集,也在Noma任职过。
Interview David Chang

Standart

从专访到深度长篇文章,杂志聚焦于咖啡。每期透过深入的咖啡课题,解析全球咖啡文化背后的意义与重要性。
Interview David Chang

MOLD

今时今日,粮食已成为政治课题。从食物的可持续性到食品危机,透过各类题材,倡导人们关注食品生态系统中所存在的重要议题,带来正面的改变。
To book a flight, visit singaporeair.com
SEE ALSO: 堤摩西·柴勒梅德谈好莱坞,工作期望
This article was originally published in the January 2020 issue of SilverKris magazine
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The Residences at Viceroy L'Ermitage Beverly Hills

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Thursday, 30 January 2020

The best of Kochi in 3 days

This nicely chilled city in southern India has seen the light. Grafted onto the tropical Malabar Coast in Kerala, Kochi has become a shining example in renewable energy in recent years, launching the world’s first fully solar-powered airport, which snagged it a UN Champions of the Earth award. But that’s just tip-of-the-iceberg stuff. With boho cafes, intimate homestays hidden away in lazy, colonial-era backstreets, and a raft of forward-thinking galleries, this city keeps a tight grip on its heritage while wholeheartedly embracing its newfound cool. In 2020, street art comes to the fore at Kochi-Muziris Biennale, putting India firmly on the contemporary arts festival map.

How to get there: Kochi International Airport, the main point of arrival, is 30km north of mainland Ernakulam. Alternatively, you can reach Kochi by train from Trivandrum (4½ hours), Kerala’s capital. Regular ferries connect Ernakulam and historic Fort Kochi.

Also Read: 12 beautiful places to visit in February

Also Read: Karnataka on a platter

WHAT TO DO

Make the best use of your three days in Kochi so you do not miss out the following activities:

1-Make a pilgrimage to India’s oldest European church, St Francis, built in 1503, where intrepid Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama was originally buried.

 



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Cabin crew: Positive reflection



Karin Choo cabin crew STB arts
Karin loves how flying with Singapore Airlines exposes her to different cultures

“Flying with SQ gives you huge exposure to different cultures,” Karin Choo explains. “It’s great that we get to interact with passengers, I always want to learn more.”
Indeed, a specific interest in arts and culture has been something she has been able to pursue during the nine years Karin has been flying with SIA. That’s especially true on her regular trips to New York  en she was an operating crew of the A340-500 aircraft.
One of her favourite spots to frequent in the Big Apple is the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA). ter a busy flight, I prefer to have some ‘me time’ and the museum gives me the space for that,” says the 31-year-old. “It provides a place of respite – filling my mind with art, and learning how people are translating and sharing their thoughts through this avenue.”


Karin Choo cabin crew STB arts
Karin got the chance to go around Singapore with fellow cabin crew Haikal Tan and playwright Haresh Sharma to meet people from various creative fields

That open mindset clearly placed her in good stead for her Discover Singapore journey, which saw her travelling around Singapore with fellow cabin crew Haikal Tan and award-winning playwright Haresh Sharma to meet people from the different creative fields of music, art and theatre. Along the way she took part in improv routines, art workshops and sound recording sessions. She also got to put together her own performance at the end of the experience.
“Breaking down the senses in this journey really helped me be more sensitive towards the needs of others and better predict their needs,” says Karin of the workshops she took part in. Karin adds that she also saw a different side to the island. “It really surprised me that there were so many independent art centres and all these inspiring independent artists in Singapore,” she admits.


Karin Choo cabin crew STB arts
Karin believes strongly in being a positive influence

Karin is also part of a group of cabin crew members that represents SIA at different events. She loves how this gives her a chance to interact with colleagues working on the ground and helps her develop a deeper insight into other departments operate and their areas of expertise.
She points to an assignment trip to Cape Town as a great example of this. “I didn’t know the city very well, but the company of local SIA colleagues helped ease me into the culture and acquainted me with the new environment.”
It’s also clearly a great source of pride to Karin that she gets to be an ambassador for the brand, and to don the famous sarong kebaya.
For me it symbolises Singapore. Even when I am thousands of miles from home, my uniform identifies me with my home country and becomes a constant reminder of my representation of her,” she says, smiling broadly.
Click here to watch the video which follows Karin’s journey and features her final performance. 
SEE ALSO: Cabin crew: Embracing diversity
To go back to the Discover Singapore homepage, visit here. To find out more about Singapore’s arts scene, go here.
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Cabin crew: Embracing diversity




Haikal Tan cabin crew STB arts
Haikal says he’s lucky to be able to indulge in his love for the arts during his years
 with Singapore Airlines

Whether it’s singing along to musicals or visiting historic sites, Haikal Tan has always had a love for arts and culture. They’re areas of interest that he has been lucky enough to pursue during his nine years with Singapore Airlines (SIA) as a member of the cabin crew.
The 33-year-old Singaporean lists Les Misérables and The Phantom of the Opera as two of the most memorable musicals he has had the opportunity to watch while overseas, and he still vividly remembers his first trip to London with SIA.
Besides catching shows at the West End, he visited museums – he considers the Natural History Museum and the British Museum among the highlights. “It was such an incredible experience,” he shares. “They have things from ancient Egyptian and Roman eras.”
Haikal was also part of the Discover Singapore journey alongside fellow cabin crew Karin Choo and award-winning playwright Haresh Sharma. Haikal welcomed the chance it gave him to reconnect with his creative side as he was tasked with putting together a final performance inspired by what he had experienced on his journey.
“I was actually excited to take up the challenge,” he says. “Yes, I was a little stressed at first, but I was confident I would be able to pull it off.” Haikal attributed that confidence to his time working as a cabin crew.
“Whenever I am at work and in my uniform it’s like being on stage,” he explains, while flashing his trademark grin. “I have to put on my professional persona in the way I speak and carry myself.”



Haikal Tan cabin crew STB arts
Haikal was glad he was given the opportunity to tap on his creative side for the Discover 
Singapore journey

Having taken part in the same experiences alongside Karin, including improv workshops with theatre group The Necessary Stage, an opportunity to chat with community-focused artist Alecia Neo, the entire journey was an eye-opening – and even life-changing – adventure for him.
“I never knew I would be so comfortable acting and performing and that I would enjoy the process so much,” he shares. He was also deeply moved by Safuan Johari and Rizman Putra of NADA, who blend contemporary dance, striking vocals and Southeast Asian music from bygone decades with electronic sampling.
“Meeting NADA is something I will remember for life,” Haikal admits. “I have always been into music but this really exposed me to a brand new dimension of artistry that I hadn’t come across before.”
Celebrating diversity ended up as the theme of his final performance, which took place at The Necessary Stage’s black box. It incorporated snatches of traditional Malay music, found sounds, movement and both singing and spoken word elements.
The inspiration behind his compelling performance was clear: “Coming from a multiracial background, I would like our next generation to be more involved in getting to know and understand the many cultures and religions around the world.”
Presented in front of friends and family, including his two-year-old daughter, the performance made for a fitting end to his time with Haresh and Karin.
Click here to watch the video which follows Haikal’s journey and features his final performance. 
SEE ALSO: Cabin crew: Positive reflection
To go back to the Discover Singapore homepage, visit here. To find out more about Singapore’s arts scene, go here.
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By the numbers: Races in 2020


Marathons 2020
A wide shot of the Great Wall Marathon 2019

5,164

Number of steps runners will have to scale in the Great Wall Marathon (16 May), said to be one of the world’s most challenging. The race takes place in Tianjin municipality, southeast of Beijing.

Marathons 2020
The runners pass the London Eye during the Virgin Money London Marathon

>£1 billion

Total amount raised by runners at the Virgin Money London Marathon (26 April) since its inception in 1981. It’s gone towards charitable causes, including Action Against Cancer.

80 AD

When the Colosseum, the start and end point for Run Rome the Marathon (29 March), opened. The race also passes by other notable Roman landmarks, such as the St Peter’s Basilica and Castel Sant’Angelo.

Marathons 2020
Aerial view of participants at Schneider Electric Marathon de Paris

€190

Price of the “My Paris Experience” package for the Schneider Electric Marathon de Paris (5 April). It includes a Seine cruise, a bus tour, a two-day bus pass and, of course, entry to the race.

6 hours

The maximum running time permitted at the ASICS Stockholm Marathon (30 May), in accordance with instructions from local police. This means participants will need to maintain an average pace of at least 8:53/km.
To book a flight, visit singaporeair.com
SEE ALSO: By the numbers: The Standard Charted Singapore Marathon
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Musée Carnavalet

The Musée Carnavalet, the history of Paris museum, is tucked away in the Marais. It's lovely and newly renovated. Have a look.


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Wednesday, 29 January 2020

[Watch] Actor-producer Tan Kheng Hua and our cabin crew go in search of fashion

The video follows Tan Kheng Hua and Singapore Airlines cabin crew Beth Soh and Nicolas Greguor as they explore Singapore’s vibrant fashion and retail scene in search of the perfect red carpet outfit. Along the way they speak with local designers and get a better sense of the challenges and rewards behind the work they do.

Video by Riot Creative
SEE MORE: [Watch] Playwright Haresh Sharma and our cabin crew go on an artistic journey
To go back to the Discover Singapore homepage, visit here. To find out more about Singapore’s fashion scene, go here.

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How Singapore musical duo NADA is treating traditional Malay music



Nada STB Discover Singapore
NADA has been making waves with its eccentric performances and appearance — 
one dresses up in all-white and the other in all-black

NADA, music group

Combining soundscapes with visual art
“NADA, comprising two gifted artists, perform old Malay songs with a contemporary edge through sampling. The effect, at once mesmerising and nostalgic, is not to be missed, if you get the chance to see them. They are, the real deal: gifted, giving and gritty.” — Haresh Sharma, playwright
The duo, comprising Safuan Johari and Rizman Putra, does more than just contemporary takes of traditional Malay music. “We are a visual arts and sound project specialising in conjuring lost eras through music, particularly the golden period of Malay and Southeast Asian traditional and popular music from the 1950s to the 1980s,” explains Rizman.
In 2019, they performed with artists Kiat and Deborah Emmanuel from audio-visual collective Syndicate, at the ArtScience Museum. Titled Beyond the Silver Glow, the performance took place beneath famed art piece, Museum of the Moon by British artist Luke Jerram, and was a sonic and movement-based presentation that surveyed the cultural, scientific and spiritual relations different societies have with the Moon. Check this link for upcoming performances: bandwagon.asia/artists/nada
“Multi-genre music festival Hydeout takes place in April at Gardens by the Bay” — Karin Choo, Leading Flight Stewardess

NADA recommends…

Three spots every music geek needs to hunt down


Nada STB Discover Singapore
Old record stores still exist in Singapore till this day. Although hard to find, 
the nostalgia is worth the effort. Photo credit: dimitris_k/Shutterstock.com

1. Red Point Record Warehouse

“This family-run record shop located in Tai Seng, an industrial area, has lots of old Singapore and Southeast Asian vinyls. The knowledgeable owner Mr Ong always has great recommendations!”

2. Roxy Records

“We’ve been visiting this store since we were teenagers! Before the internet, it carried demo cassettes from local bands. It was the place you went to check out new Singapore music.”

3. SLED Productions x Decline

“Housed in an industrial building in Geylang, this music production studio and performance art theatre is an inclusive space for all music genres and subcultures in Singapore.”
Where to go for live…


Nada STB Discover Singapore
A comedy night at The Merry Lion

Comedy

The Merry Lion, a comedy club at Circular Road, prides itself on providing a platform for local comic talent such as Jinx Yeo and Sharul Channa.


Nada STB Discover Singapore
Enjoy live music daily at Crazy Elephant

Music

The charmingly ramshackle Crazy Elephant bar in Clarke Quay is a top venue for live acoustic and blues music. Bands play from 9pm every night.
S.E.A Focus: This showcase of contemporary art from Southeast Asia – led by workshop and gallery STPI – usually takes place each January.
SEE ALSO: 6 creative spaces in Singapore for an artsy afternoon
To go back to the Discover Singapore homepage, visit here. To find out more about Singapore’s arts scene, go here.
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A note from guest editor Haresh Sharma

Arts Cover STB Discover Singapore

Welcome

Haresh Sharma STB Discover SingaporeAfter writing my first play in 1989, I never looked back. I was in university and part of The Necessary Stage, which Alvin Tan had started two years earlier. I am now The Necessary Stage’s resident playwright. The theatre scene was relatively young back then, and we picked up skills mostly by attending workshops by international artists.
The Substation, which the late Kuo Pao Kun started in 1990, became a pivotal conflux of artists; theatre practitioners, visual artists, musicians and friends would hang out at the Substation Garden – and later at the nearby S11 coffee shop along Stamford Road.
I watched a Tang Da Wu performance, chatted with Tan Swie Hian, listened to architect Tay Kheng Soon, laughed with arts critic TK Sabapathy, interviewed Brother Joseph McNally and felt so much respect for these artists and intellectuals who had contributed chunks of their life to promote the arts. As a young playwright starting out, the bar was set high by these amazing voices and influences.
“[I] felt so much respect for these artists and intellectuals who had contributed chunks of their life to promote the arts.”
The artists I have chosen for this guide embody an ethos that inspires me today. Brian Gothong Tan is a dear friend whom I have worked with for more than 15 years. He continues to create the unimaginable with his multimedia designs. Drama Box is like a sister company to The Necessary Stage. They turn 30 in 2020 and are still as relevant today. NADA, Alecia Neo and Ruby Jayaseelan are all impressive young artists making waves with their innovative approaches to art.
I hope you’ll enjoy my selection of artists and the recommendations of the two Singapore Airlines flight crew who have come with me on this journey of exploration into the Singapore arts scene: from the majestic museums and theatres to the alternative nooks and crannies – spaces pulsating with energy, spirit and life.
SEE ALSO: 6 books that are on playwright Haresh Sharma’s bookshelf
To go back to the Discover Singapore homepage, visit here. To find out more about Singapore’s arts scene, go here.
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3 leading cultural sites in Singapore to visit

National Gallery Singapore STB Discover Singapore
National Gallery Singapore houses more than 8,000 pieces from Singapore’s National Collection. Photo credit: tapanuth/Shutterstock.com

1. National Gallery Singapore

Occupying two national monuments, the former Supreme Court and City Hall, the National Gallery is home to the world’s largest public collection of Singapore and Southeast Asian modern art.

2. Asian Civilisations Museum

This museum traces the historical connections between Asia’s myriad of cultures through thematically organised galleries: Trade, Faith and Belief, and Materials and Design.

“Photo buffs will like Objectifs – Centre for Photography and Film” — Karin Choo, Leading Flight Stewardess

ArtScience Museum STB Discover Singapore
The ArtScience Museum is an iconic cultural landmark in Singapore. Photo credit: Food Travel Stockforlife/Shutterstock.com

3. ArtScience Museum

The likes of Leonardo da Vinci, Salvador Dali and Vincent van Gogh have all had their works showcased here, while science-related exhibitions explore everything from particle physics to marine biology and big data.

For the shutterbugs: The Singapore International Photography Festival happens from July to September. Expect seminars, tours and more.

SEE ALSO: 3 ground-up arts and culture projects to visit in Singapore

To go back to the Discover Singapore homepage, visit here. To find out more about Singapore’s arts scene, go here.

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6 creative spaces in Singapore for an artsy afternoon

One iconic building to check out:

The Arts House STB Discover Singapore
The Arts House occupies the almost 200-year-old building that was Singapore’s first Parliament House

The Arts House

This Empress Place building’s storied history dates back to 1827. Designed by architect George Coleman, it was leased to the government for use as a Court House. Several government entities have passed through its doors over the decades, and became the Parliament House after Singapore’s independence. In 2004, five years after Parliament moved to a nearby building, The Arts House, a multi-disciplinary arts venue, officially opened.

Two kids-friendly arts spaces:

The Artground STB Discover Singapore
The Artground has interactive arts play spaces to inspire the imagination of children

1. The Artground

An indoor play space for children aged 12 and under, The Artground at Goodman Arts Centre has interactive art installations kids can climb through and over, or go under. A plethora of weekend art activities spanning music, dance and drama also gives families ample opportunities to bond.

National Museum of Singapore STB Discover Singapore
National Museum of Singapore is the oldest museum in Singapore. Photo credit: Singapore Tourism Board

2. National Museum of Singapore

Along with storytelling sessions and craft workshops, there are exhibitions at the National Museum of Singapore that would appeal to the young (and the young at heart), including Growing Up, which offers a glimpse into what it was like growing up in Singapore during the 1950s and ’60s.

Three more companies with compelling productions

W!LD Rice STB Discover Singapore
W!LD Rice’s new space at Funan

1. W!LD Rice

Big, bold and glitzy are some words commonly used to describe productions by W!LD Rice. Last year, the theatre group upped its game by unveiling a new venue at Funan Mall, spread over three floors. Its main space, the Ngee Ann Kongsi Theatre, boasts Singapore’s only thrust stage.

2. Pangdemonium!

This 10-year-old theatre company has a diverse range, staging dramatic plays, theatre classics and musicals, often within the same calendar year. Whether it’s a drama or comedy, you can always count on Pangdemonium!‘s productions to be both thought-provoking and full of heart.

3. The Necessary Stage

Founded in 1987 by artistic director Alvin Tan, The Necessary Stage‘s aim has always been to offer a platform for original local plays. With over 100 plays under its belt, the company has tackled topics such as mental health and politics, while their latest work, The Year of No Return focuses on the impact of climate change.

M1 Singapore Fringe Festival: Curated by The Necessary Stage, this annual festival is based on a different theme every year. Held in January, it brings cutting-edge and socially engaged works to a local audience.

SEE ALSO: 3 leading cultural sites in Singapore to visit

To go back to the Discover Singapore homepage, visit here. To find out more about Singapore’s arts scene, go here.

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6 books that are on playwright Haresh Sharma’s bookshelf

Singapore books STB Discover Singapore

1. The Last Lesson of Mrs de Souza

The first novel by prolific poet Cyril Wong is about how a student’s traumatic story changes a teacher’s life forever.

2. The Goddess in the Living Room

Translated from Tamil to English, Latha’s short stories address feminist issues and what it’s like to be a woman in Singapore.

3. Tender Delirium

Writer and visual artist Tania De Rozario’s first collection of poetry and short prose comprises confessional work written over a decade.

“In the past, people used to lament the dearth of Singapore literature. Today, the scene is vibrant and diverse, with publishers such as Epigram, Math Paper Press and Ethos paving the way and collectively investing in hundreds of Singapore writers.” — Haresh Sharma, playwright

4. The Law of Second Marriages

These powerful prose poems touch on themes like power, memory and the mother-daughter relationship.

5. Four Plays

Written by one of Singapore’s best-known playwrights, Chong Tze Chien, these plays explore some thorny issues facing Singapore society.

6. Inheritance

The story of a Punjabi family grappling with mental health issues, this is internationally acclaimed writer Balli Kaur Jaswal’s debut novel.

SEE ALSO: 3 leading cultural sites in Singapore to visit

To go back to the Discover Singapore homepage, visit here. To find out more about Singapore’s arts scene, go here.

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3 ground-up arts and culture projects to visit in Singapore

Gelam Gallery STB Discover Singapore
Gelam Gallery is Singapore’s first outdoor art gallery

1. Gelam Gallery

Over 30 seasoned and up-and-coming artists have covered the walls of back alleys in Muscat Street, Kampong Glam, which is billed as the first outdoor art gallery in Asia. Signs accompany each work, giving more information about the artist behind it.

Follow the newly unveiled murals at Katong Joo Chiat to find out about the history of this vibrant heritage neighbourhood.

2. Museum @ My Queenstown

This community museum weaves a fascinating story of the area where the first Housing Development Board flats were built, back in the 1950s. The collection of artefacts, which includes 2,000 photographs, took nine years to compile.

The Intan STB Discover Singapore
The Intan is where you can find exquisite Peranakan treasures

3. The Intan

Peranakan treasures like beaded slippers and ornamental sideboards fill this two-storey shophouse in Joo Chiat. The collection belongs to proud Peranakan Alvin Yapp, who’s eager to share his knowledge of his culture and heritage. Visits are by appointment only.

SEE ALSO: Life in squares, a visual trip around Singapore’s heartlands

To go back to the Discover Singapore homepage, visit here. To find out more about Singapore’s arts scene, go here.

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3 unconventional bookstores to check out in Singapore

Indie bookstores STB Discover Singapore
At Huggs Epigram, the public are encouraged to come and pick up a local book along with a cup of local-style coffee

1. Huggs-Epigram Coffee Bookshop

The books stocked here are all about Singapore, written by Singaporeans or Singaporean residents, or published here. A collaboration between a local coffee chain and publisher, it also has an author/artist-in-residence programme, where a writer or artist is on-site during opening hours to work and interact with customers.

Indie bookstores STB Discover Singapore
The Moon is a comfy and quaint cafe-bookstore

2. The Moon

There is a small but well-curated selection of books at this bookstore and café on Chinatown’s Mosque Street. At least half of its titles are by women authors, with a focus on minority groups. Upstairs, you’ll find a warm and cosy event space that hosts poetry nights, art exhibitions, book clubs, theatre productions and even cat adoption drives.

Indie bookstores STB Discover Singapore
You can purchase a variety of local literature at BooksActually

3. BooksActually

Established in 2005, BooksActually is probably Singapore’s longest running independent bookstore. After several moves, it now calls Tiong Bahru – one of Singapore’s oldest housing estates turned hip hangout – home. BooksActually has long championed local literature, and publishes poetry, novels and essays under its own imprint, Math Paper Press.

“The Singapore Writers Festival held in November is one of the few multilingual literary festivals in the world” — Karin Choo, Leading Flight Stewardess

SEE ALSO: 6 books that are on playwright Haresh Sharma’s bookshelf

To go back to the Discover Singapore homepage, visit here. To find out more about Singapore’s arts scene, go here.

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Artist spotlight: Movement artist Ruby Jayaseelan and her best Singapore picks

Ruby Jayaseelan STB Discover Singapore
Ruby Jayaseelan spent eight years training in Bharathanatyam, a classical Indian dance form

Ruby Jayaseelan, movement artist

Her work is equal parts beautiful and fascinating

“I was moved the first time I saw Ruby perform during an audition for one of The Necessary Stage’s interdisciplinary productions. She’s one of those rare artists adept at both traditional and contemporary dance, and her performances often incorporate these elements beautifully. She continues to go from strength to strength as an artist and a creative collaborator.” — Haresh Sharma, playwright

While Ruby Jayaseelan‘s background may be in Bharatanatyam (an Indian classical dance combining footwork with complex sign vocabulary, using the hands, eyes and face), her personal movement methodology “uses Eastern philosophies and practices, and Western experimental and somatic thinking”.

This has manifested in performances like Move Along, a collaboration with Australian artists for Singapore Design Week 2019, where participants walked through underutilised spaces in Bugis, wearing headphones playing soundtracks formed using sounds in Singapore. “It gave them new perspectives of places they had encountered multiple times before,” she says.

Ruby Jayaseelan recommends…

A creative day out in Singapore

12pm

Ruby Jayaseelan STB Discover Singapore
Gillman Barracks is a contemporary arts cluster with over 10 art galleries

“The vibe of Gillman Barracks is different depending on the time of the day you visit. By night, it’s a lively space for performances and installations, as well as a top haunt for local art enthusiasts. But it’s also a great daytime spot, especially if you’re looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. There are over 10 art galleries here, most of which have rotating exhibitions showcasing the work of local, regional and international artists.”

3pm

Arab Street is a feast for the senses with its many textile stores, colourful murals covering the walls, and the sound of azan (Islamic call to prayer) punctuating the air several times a day. Aliwal Arts Centre is also worth a visit as there are often performances taking place in and around the building. I also like the art park next to Malay Heritage Centre for its old-school swings and avant-garde installations.”

“Acquaint yourself with Singapore’s diverse cultures at the Singapore Heritage Festival, which takes place in March and April annually” — Karin Choo, Leading Flight Stewardess

Ruby Jayaseelan STB Discover Singapore
The Projector is Singapore’s only indie cinema

5pm

“From Arab Street, it’s a 10-minute walk to Golden Mile Tower, home to indie cinema The Projector, where you can catch arthouse films that aren’t screened at mainstream cinemas. In 2017, I was a part of Aimless, a pop-up performance at Golden Mile Tower’s open-air carpark where audience members could take in views of the Singapore city centre while experiencing subtle sound, movement and imagery.”

8pm

“Ride the MRT two stops from Nicoll Highway station to Esplanade station. There are often performances happening along Esplanade’s waterfront. The venue is inspired: close to a body of water with a view of the skyline. Some of the performances held here are part of themed festivals. My favourite has to be A Tapestry of Sacred Music (usually held in April), which celebrates spiritual music and movement from around the world.”

By the numbers: Quick facts about the Esplanade

2002

The year Esplanade – Theatres by the Bay officially opened

3,000

Number of performances it presents yearly

550

Number of people Esplanade’s mid-sized Waterfront Theatre will be able to seat when it opens in 2021

28,000,000

Approximate number of people who have visited Esplanade since its opening

Other traditional dances in Singapore

Ruby Jayaseelan STB Discover Singapore
The Lion Dance is a traditional Chinese dance to bring good luck and fortune. Photo credit: redstone/Shutterstock.com

Lion Dance

This routine – where two performers in a lion’s costume dance and perform acrobatic tricks to drums and cymbals – is usually performed during major Chinese festivals to usher in good fortune. You’re sure to catch a performance in Chinatown during Chinese New Year.

Ruby Jayaseelan STB Discover Singapore
A couple in Malay traditional outfits performing Joget. Photo credit: Redha Al/Shutterstock.com

Joget

Both a music and dance form, joget is commonly performed at Malay weddings. The dance – which was developed across colonial Malaya during the early 20th century – is performed by couples as an expression of courtship. You might catch it at Esplanade’s annual Pesta Raya – Malay Festival of Arts.

Love dance? Esplanade’s da:ns festival takes place every October, and boasts a lineup of contemporary and traditional dance performances.

SEE ALSO: Siem Reap’s contemporary art scene is getting new buzz

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The best Singapore brands for avant-garde fashion

Kheng Hua says: “I always wear Singapore designers on the red carpet”

MEE (f+b) Stolen STB Discover Singapore fashion and retail
Founded in 2007 by Elyn Wong, Stolen is known for its backless looks and sophisticated silhouettes

“I dress casually in my everyday life but clean up well for formal events. To get ready for these, I take a collaborative approach – I have help from my glam squad, which includes labels like Stolen, accessories from theKANG and hair and makeup from Prep and Aiyi of Makeup Entourage. Even when I dress up, though, comfort is a top priority as these events can go on for a long time!

I always wear Singapore designers on the red carpet and the reactions are always amazing. People always comment on how great the outfit looks; it sparks their curiosity about Singapore brands.

The Singapore high-end design scene is becoming more prolific, fertile and invigorated, thanks to talented fashion designers who are challenging themselves to make clothes that not only make people look good, but are also infused with a Singaporean DNA. I won’t be surprised if more Singapore design stars soon become international fashion names.”

Ong Shunmugam STB Discover Singapore fashion and retail
Designer Priscilla Shunmugam usually has an unconventional take on traditional Asian garments

1. Ong Shunmugam

This label is best known for its avant-garde take on traditional Asian garments. For instance, designer Priscilla Ong Shunmugam might bring together batik and lace to create a peplum kebaya. You can also expect cheongsam-inspired crop tops in eye-catching prints.

2. Stolen

Inspired by architectural elements, Stolen’s designs blur the lines between art and fashion. The label brings together its design hallmark of an exposed back with a neutral colour palette, creating pieces that epitomise understated elegance. “Stolen is a label I wear often on the red carpet,” says Kheng Hua.

Max.tan STB Discover Singapore fashion and retail
Max.Tan’s aesthetic is androgynous, geometric and minimalistic

3. MAX.TAN

This year marks their 10th in the business – no small feat for any fashion label. Its aesthetic leans towards the androgynous, balancing out voluminous silhouettes with precise tailoring and intriguing details.

4. Carrie K

From quirky rings to intricate necklaces, pick up beautiful handmade pieces at this Singapore jewellery brand.

Modern spins: Two brands updating traditional dress for a contemporary age

Laichan STB Discover Singapore fashion and retail
Glamorous, unique cheongsams can be found at Laichan

1. LAICHAN

Singaporean couturier Goh Lai Chan’s eponymous line has one-of-a-kind cheongsams with soft and flattering silhouettes.

Yeomama STB Discover Singapore fashion and retail
YeoMama’s pieces are colourful, bright and trendy

2. YeoMama Batik

The mother-and-daughter team behind YeoMama sources handmade batik from around Indonesia, creating maxi dresses, jumpsuits and cheongsams that have become popular among the younger set.

SEE MORE: Singapore brands for the dapper man

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5 artisanal cheeses you need to try across the SilkAir network


Artisanal cheese
A slice of cheese from Himalayan French Cheese

1. Himalayan French Cheese, Nepal

Started in 2007 by Frenchman François Driard, this cheese producer offers about 30 varieties, all made with pasteurised milk and vegetarian rennet. In addition to French-style cow cheeses, it also produces yak cheese. The terroir of wild grass and flowers between 3,000–5,000m above sea level in the mountains of Ramechhap district has generated delights such as yak cheddar and the semi-soft yak tomme.
Must-try: Yak blue, an award-winning cheese that debuted in June 2019, and Old Sherpa, a hard, nutty cheese made with full-cream yak milk.

Artisanal cheese
A cheese-making machine at Malagos Farmhouse

2. Malagos Farmhouse, Davao

Olive Puentespina’s enterprise makes cheeses with milk from regional farmers and its own dairy farm. Many offerings star local flavourings such as the Mango Sublime and pineapple ricotta, made with fruits, herbs and spices grown on the farm.
Must-try: Rosita, made from cow’s milk and aged for three months, is aromatic and nutty, while the goat-milk Capriccio is aged in dark beer.

Artisanal cheese
Handmade Cheesy Goat Grissini Crunchy Breadsticks

3. Rosalie Cheese, Bali

“I saw an increasing demand for natural cheese in Indonesia, but a limited supply of local products,” says founder Ayu Linggih. Here, employees are local women trained to become professional cheesemakers, creating products with local riffs.
Must-try: The Black & White is a cow-milk cheese coated with an activated charcoal made from coconut shells.

Artisanal cheese
Truffi Cheez is a cashew-based truffle and mushroom cheese alternative.

4. Kroodi, Singapore

Touting itself as the first plant-based artisan cashew cheese in the Lion City, Kroodi’s completely vegan selection is made with cashews and prepared at low temperatures to retain nutritional content. It offers three regular cheeses and seasonal selections.
Must-try: Truffi exudes the intense aroma of truffles. Basilicato has a crunchy bite and a light basil flavour.

Artisanal cheese
Display of Begum Victoria’s newest cheeses

5. Begum Victoria, Bangalore

Bangalore is a city conducive to cheesemaking since it sits almost 1,000m above sea level and has a cool climate. All cheeses are made with responsibly sourced milk and include buttery bel paese, tangy feta and nutty manchego.
Must-try: The soft, rich double-cream brie with a white velvety rind, as well as the truffle-infused variation, are hugely popular.
To book a flight, visit singaporeair.com
SEE ALSO: Making fresh buffalo cheese in Luang Prabang
This article was originally published in the January 2020 issue of Silkwinds magazine
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高空绝景


Shibuya Scramble Square
Shibuya Scramble Square

3

Shibuya Sky高空瞭望体验的组成区块数量。访客首先进入Sky Gate,充满未来感的升降梯结合了4D风与声音特效,带领访客上升到第45层楼。位于46楼的室内展望回廊Sky Gallery,设有互动数码艺术装置。再上一层楼,则是露天展望台Sky Stage,该处将定期举办特别活动。

229米

Sky Stage的高度,它也是涉谷一带的建筑最高点。访客能在此处俯瞰涉谷著名地标“十字交叉路口”,在晴天还能瞭望富士山美景。

十字交叉路口

18

每晚日落后,在摩天大楼上演的灯光秀Crossing Light,投射天空所使用的探照灯数量。

213

已开业的商铺数量。从主流品牌Nike到特色名牌如法国名厨Alain Ducasse开设的巧克力精品店、备受推崇的工匠名店中川政七商店,选择多元。
天空之境: 盘点新航飞行网络下,各城市最高的观景台

Shanghai Towers
上海中心大厦 Photo credit: Vladimir ZH/shutterstock.com

562米

上海中心大厦的观景台—上海之巅,目前稳居世界最高观景台第一位。

Burj Khalifa
迪拜的哈利法塔 Photo credit: Sophie James/shutterstock.com

555米

比起上海之巅仅低了7米,迪拜的哈利法塔观景台设有高级观景区和户外露台

30 Hudson Yards
纽约哈德逊广场 Photo credit: rblfmr/shutterstock.com

345米

预计于2020年3月开幕,位于纽约哈德逊广场第100层楼的Edge,将会是西半球最高的观景台。
Singapore Airlines flies to Tokyo’s Haneda Airport four times daily and Tokyo’s Narita International Airport daily. To book a flight, visit singaporeair.com
SEE ALSO: 与大自然共生: 安通海洋国家公园
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