Lifestyle News: Fann Wong's new bakes for NDP, 4-day sale event in the West
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Fann Wong introduces new flavours to Fanntasy in celebration of National Day
Known for her porcelain skin and heart-wrenching acting performances, beloved homegrown artiste Fann Wong has branched out into baking. A self-taught baker, Fann Wong is celebrating Singapore's nation on its 58th year of independence in the sweetest way she knows how: with a tart created especially for the country. She digs deep into her fondest memories of growing up in Singapore and is delighted to unveil the new Memories Tart, inspired by the sweet icy treat of everyone’s childhoods, the ice kachang.
Fanntasy is also bringing back a selection of its crowd-favourite tarts which includes the Strawberry Hazelnut Bliss, Pistachio Strawberry Tart, Yuzu Match Tart, and Signature Valrhona Chocolate Tart. The Memories Tart will go on sale beginning 1 August 2023 at 10.30am via Fanntasy Bakes’. All tarts are available while stocks last and produced in limited quantities daily.
The Chloé by Karl Lagerfeld Exhibition opens in Singapore exclusively at Chloé Marina Bay Sands Boutique
For three days only, fashion lovers will be able to view a curated showcase of Karl Lagerfeld’s iconic archival designs from his 25 years tenure at Chloé, alongside custom reinterpretations that Gabriela Hearst created for this year's Met Gala.
Chloé founder Gaby Aghion hired a young Karl Lagerfeld in 1963, who would later take over the creative helm of the Maison and cultivated Chloé's singular vision of femininity. Bringing together the past and present of the Maison through a visually driven display, the special curation embodies Chloé’s timeless style and attitude.
These curated pieces will be on display from 28 July to 30 July exclusively at the Chloé Marina Bay Sands Boutique, and the ephemeral exhibition will then be travelling to multiple key cities in Asia including Taipei, Hong Kong, Chengdu, Shanghai, Beijing, Hangzhou, Tokyo, and Dubai, to showcase the Maison unique legacy.
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Singapore's outlet shopping paradise IMM has up to 90% off luxury brands
CapitaLand’s West The Sale, exclusively at IMM and West Gate, is happening for 4 days only from 27 to 30 July. From fashion, lifestyle, F&B – you name it, lIMM and West Gate's annual sale event returns with up to 90% off.
What can you expect? Enjoy up to 90% off on brands such as Kate Spade New York, Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, gifts with purchase and more at the annual West The Sale. Discover amazing deals on designer labels and revel in live music performances at IMM and West Gate. Plus, you can enjoy extra discounts across various outlet stores, including Asics and Pedro. Other fashion and sports labels offering huge discounts include Marks & Spencer, Adidas, Puma and Under Armour. Check out the sales with a trip to the West this weekend.
Here’s what to expect
Promotion 1: Redeem a S$50 eCapitaVoucher at IMM when you spend S$300 on 27 and 28 July or S$400 on 29 and 30 July at participating outlets.
Promotion 2: Redeem a S$25 eCapitaVoucher when you spend S$200 on 27 to 30 July at Westgate, excluding F&B stores.
Promotion 3: Enjoy a S$10 voucher when you spend S$50 at IMM or Westgate and redeem it at the other mall.
Promotion 4: Be sure to look out for the roving emcee who will appear on 29 and 30 July to surprise shoppers with prizes.
For more information on the promotions offered, the full details are available here.
Switch up your beverages with dairy alternative Oatbedient
Oatbedient, is a home-grown enterprise providing sustainable, plant-based dairy alternatives that benefit both the environment and consumers. Packed with the wholesome goodness of junk-free, fillers-free oat milk, Oatbedient has been developed, tried and tested by a team of dedicated Singaporeans, since its launch in April 2022.
Their product range includes the powdered oat milk series, formulated and packed into individual compact sachets, allowing consumers to bring around and enjoy a wholesome on-the-go beverage by just adding water. This powdered oat milk range includes the original Oat Milk, Chocolate Oat Milk, and the distinctive Oat Milk with Oats & Chia Seeds.
More recently in March 2023, Oatbedient launched The Oat M!lk Barista - a Ready-To-Drink beverage barista-grade oat milk beverage that can be consumed straight from the carton, providing oat milk fans with a versatile option for all their plant-based baking, cooking and consumption needs.
Shihlin launches crispy chicken skin
Love your chicken skin and love your mee sua? From now till 20 August 2023, this crackling goodness is launching at only S$4.80 per portion. Have it on its own or added to your Handmade Oyster Mee Sua for an extra treat for an additional S$3. Opt for the value set option, which includes the Handmade Oyster Mee Sua, Crispy Chicken Skin, and a Honey Lemon Cooler for only $9.80.
Don't want to wait for your fried chicken? Keep these in your freezer and air-fry it any time of the day!
Flor De Cana
Flor de Caña Rum is a 130-year-old family-run business that has remained in the family for five generations. The Flor de Caña distillery sits on the edge of San Cristóbal Volcano, Nicaragua’s tallest and most active volcano, contributing to the nutrient-rich water used to produce their rum. The result of a more dynamic interaction between the barrel and rum allows the spirit to come out especially smooth.
The rum is distilled with 100% renewable energy and naturally aged in bourbon barrels without sugar or artificial ingredients, making it a worthy entry into your alcohol cabinet.
Bell & Ross reveals new BR 05 Chrono watch
The new BR 05 Chrono Green Steel celebrates the marriage between contemplating nature and a taste for urban performance with its green dial.
The green dial on the new BR 05 Chrono brings a breath of fresh air to the urban landscape. The dial’s satin green upgrades the aesthetics of sports and city watches. The colour of luck, green is above all, the symbol of nature and hope.
At the heart of the BR 05 family, the new Green Steel is part of the brand’s range of chronographs, featuring the mechanical self-winding BR-CAL301 movement. This robust calibre delivers great reliability and considerable efficiency. Visible through the sapphire crystal case back, the rotor is a finely skeletonised full disc inspired by a car rim: a characteristic signature of Bell & Ross automatic movements.
The Bell & Ross BR 05 Chrono watch starts from S$8,700.
PS.Cafe at Ann Siang Hill opens Verandah Bar
Nestled in the spacious attic of PS.Cafe Ann Siang Hill, the newly opened Verandah Bar is the perfect space to escape to a hidden world in the heart of the city. Inspired by New York speakeasies, PS.Cafe at Ann Siang Hill has long been an iconic location for cocktails, delicious dinners and decadent desserts.
On top of that, the Bar is also home to the Verandah Fizz (S$21++), a special cocktail curated by PS.Cafe’s in-house mixologist using the brand’s own Verandah Gin.
With stunning Chinatown views from an expansive indoor lounge and rooftop deck, bask in the moonlight at Verandah Bar whilst you imbibe an array of delicious cocktails, spirits and more. The Verandah Bar also boasts its own menu of delicious bar bites in PS.Cafe’s signature comfort food style. The menu features 13 dishes, made up of classics such as the iconic Truffle Shoestring Fries ($18++) and Crispy Seafood Basket ($22++), as well as some new favourites to be discovered.
New additions include the Crisp & Three Dips ($22++), which is a board of toasted Turkish bread, crispy baguette, sourdough & ciabatta thins, and homemade dips. Other new delicacies to try are the Chargrilled Chicken Satay ($19++), which comes with a spicy satay yummy sharing platter comprising a sauce and the Chicken Fingers ($19++), accompanied by a tamarind chilli and kaffir lime aioli.
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New York's Van Leeuwen is opening in Singapore
New York's Van Leeuwen is bringing its ice cream craze to Singapore with its first overseas scoop shop opening in early August 2023 at Orchard Central.
The cult-favourite ice cream brand from Brooklyn, New York started out from a humble yellow ice cream truck on the streets of New York City in 2008. Today, it is a national phenomenon with over 50 scoop stores in America, known for serving honest-to-goodness French ice cream made with double the amount of egg yolks and vegan ice cream made the traditional way – with real natural whole ingredients sourced from the finest small producers in the world, without any artificial stabilisers, thickeners or emulsifiers, to enhance the ice creams texture and mouthfeel.
The first 100 customers in line will stand to receive a custom-designed Van Leeuwen Tote Bag. Customers beyond the 100 mark will get to receive a lucky token that gives them the chance to score limited-edition merchandise (or more scoops!) via a Gashapon machine.
The Strokes adds second show in Singapore following Good Vibes cancellation
Following the sell-out of their August 2nd show, iconic American rock band, The Strokes are turning up the heat in Singapore with the addition of another night on 3rd August at Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Centre.
“In an attempt to make sure all of our fans, particularly our fans in Kuala Lumpur affected by last week’s cancellation, are able to have a chance to see us, we are incredibly excited to announce a second show in Singapore on Thursday. We know this isn’t perfect for our fans in Malaysia, but it was the closest possible location to put on a show in such a short time. We look forward to seeing as many of you who can make it to the show!”
The band has also revealed that multidisciplinary artiste, Promiseland, will be the supporting act for both nights.
Tickets (free-standing) are priced from S$148 and will be available to the public from 28 July (Fri), 4pm via www.marinabaysands.com. A “VIP Experience” package is also available for purchase, with exclusive perks not to be missed!
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