[REVIEW] Sugar(ed) Natural Hair Removal Singapore Body Sugaring Studio

Sugar(ed) is Singapore first professional body sugaring studio, dedicated to the all-natural hair removal technique, specialising in Brazilians, body sugaring options, treatments like Hungarian mineral mud masks and the studio’s signature (V)acial ®, for both men and women.

Sugar(ed) was launched in 2016 by Jasmine Yong, Singaporean entrepreneur, certified sugarist and educator and have expanded to 4 organic hair removal sugaring studio.

In October 2024, Sugar(ed) teamed up with Tamara’s Sugar, an organic product line from Seattle, United States, as its exclusive distributor in Southeast Asia, for professional use and retail.

Popular Tamara's Sugar product includes Regrowth Routine for Bikini or Legs, Sweet Exfoliator Moisture Serum, Soothing Oil, On-the-go Exfoliator, Bamboo + Enzyme Ultra Fine Exfoliating Mask, Hungarian Mud Mask and Body Soothe Lotion.

What is Sugaring ?

Sugaring is the timeless art of natural hair removal, a method of epilation that has been used since 1900 BC for  hairless, totally smooth body and the standard of youth, beauty and innocence for women in Egypt. 

Sugaring Hair Removal & Benefits

• The 100% natural and water-soluble sugar paste is directly applied to skin and flicked off, removing hair from the roots.

• It is gentle and less painful than common waxing methods and removes dead skin cells, leaving skin soft and smooth. 

• The regrowth is slower, finer, softer and lighter in colour and leads to quick hair refinement and diminished hair growth. 

• The sugar growth is applied at body temperature, there is no risk of burns, bruises or blisters.

• Fewer ingrown hairs as hairs are removed in the natural direction of growth, resulting in less breakage and follicle distortion.

• Safe for those suffering from skin issues such as eczema, psoriasis or spider veins.

• Effective for all skin types including sensitive skin.

Sugar(ed) REVIEW : It was a gentle way to remove unwanted hair and great for sensitive skin. As sugaring removes dead skin cells, it helps in exfoliation, revealing smoother, cleaner skin. The regrowth was slower and depending on your hair renewal rate, it could be like weeks before regrowth.

If you’re still shaving or waxing unwanted body hair, you may like to consider sugaring and experience organic hair removal with all natural ingredients.

Sugar(ed) Promotion!

Sugar(ed) celebrates it's 8th Anniversary this year! Current promotion : 50% off for Brazilian first-timers (Virgin Brazilian), until 30th June 2025. 

There is also an ongoing 50% off for a Maintenance session (of Brazilian), which must be booked within 5 weeks of a Brazilian.  

Singapore Sugar(ed) Studios offering organic hair removal service like Brazilians and body sugaring options, are located at Bukit Timah, 773 Bukit Timah Road, #02-02, Second Avenue Junction, Singapore 269748 | Katong 79 East Coast Road, #01-01, Singapore 428784 | 225A Upper Thomson Road, Singapore 574357 and 282A River Valley Road, Singapore 238323 (Temporary Closed)

For more information on Sugar(ed) or bookings, please visit @sugaredsg on Facebook and Instagram.

[REVIEW] Ultherapy PRIME at Radium Medical Aesthetics Singapore

Ultherapy PRIME  by Merz Aesthetics is the latest FDA approved non invasive effective aesthetics treatment that is designed to lift, tighten and radiate skin naturally as it stimulates the collagen and elastin at Superficial Muscular Aponeurotic System (SMAS) level, reaching the same skin depth as an invasive surgical facelift.

Often referred to as the gold standard for the LIFT you can See as it's trademark tagline for its predecessor,  Ultherapy, that have achieved more than 3 millionp treatments worldwide for its effectiveness since it's debut, the latest Ultherapy PRIME is more powerful, effective and efficient when used correctly by the trained medical aesthetics doctors.

Radium Medical Aesthetics is one of the first clinic in Singapore and globally to offer Ultherapy PRIME from mid December 2024.

Helmed by Dr. Siew Tuck Wah, founder and medical director, Dr. Phoon Yi Shan, medical director and Dr. Lina Yow, medical consultant, Radium Medical Aesthetics is an award winning clinic, achieving top rankings in the most number of Ultherapy treatments administered in the South East Asia region, since the clinic opened in 2016.

In an exclusive interview with Dr. Siew Tuck Wah who sits onboard the Ultherapy PRIME medical panel, Dr. Siew shared his experiences in using Ultherapy PRIME before it's official launch and performing the treatment on patients daily for the past few months.

The NEW Ultherapy PRIME VS Ultherapy 

• More Powerful, Achieve Significant Skin Improvement and Long Lasting Result 
• Accurate Energy Delivery for Optimal Results 
• 20% More Efficient Treatment Session
• 35% Larger Screen Provide Clear View of Skin Tissues 
• 2 Times Wider Ultrasound Field Capture Deep Skin Layers
• 10 Times Faster Processing PowerF
• Faster Image Refresh Rates 
• Real Time Imaging 

Ultherapy PRIME : ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW

The Ultherapy PRIME is the only FDA cleared non-invasive  aesthetics treatment to lift the skin on the neck, under the chin,  on the brow and smooth lines and wrinkles on the décolleté in just one session using time-tested ultrasound technology and real time imaging to reach the specific skin layers to stimulate your skin own natural collagen production, resulting in radiant skin with long lasting lift and zero downtime. 

Ultrasound : Ultherapy PRIME uses ultrasound energy at 60-70 degree to safely and non-invasively target the same tissue areas like the surgical face lift, achieving a non-surgical face lift effect.

Technology :  Ultherapy PRIME utilises real-time imaging that allows your Doctor to reach the right skin layers, between 1.5 to 4.5 mm to stimulate the skin natural collagen building and elastin process, to achieve toned, firm and youthful skin. It is 20% more efficient treatment session compared to it's predecessor Ultherapy 

Equipment : Dual CPU technology powerful system build and advanced manufacturing for smooth efficient treatment process. Equipped with a 35% larger screen and 2 times wider ultrasound field, it offers enhanced visualization and clear detailed insights with 10 times faster processing power for fast image refresh rates.

Real-time Imaging: Allows the doctors to see the skin and subdermal regions clearly before treatment, ensuring accurate energy delivery. 

Procedure : Using the See, Plan and Treat procedure, the doctor could See exactly where the ultra sound rays are needed, Plan to customise for most accurate beneficial areas and Treat at the right layers of the skin in real time visualisation for safe optimised results.

Areas suitable for treatments: Side of forehead, lower eye area, jawline, upper neck, lower neck and decolletage.

Pain Level / Discomfort : Numbing cream is applied to reduce the discomfort from the high frequency heat. Painkillers are usually taken 2 hours before the treatment. Pain and discomfort are generally mild with an average score of 4.

Result : Some patients can see a slight lifted effect immediately or after a few weeks.  As the production of collagen and elastin are stimulated naturally, the peak of the effect of Ultherapy PRIME usually peak at three months to six months, with some patients reporting satisfactory results from second month

How many sessions are needed : 

One Ultherapy PRIME session is usually sufficient with yearly treatment for maintenance as skin continues to age. 

Depending on the skin biological receptiveness to the ultrasound treatment, the stimulated collagen building progress, the degree of skin laxity and the face lifting effect the patient would like to achieve, two sessions are possible, with the second treatment to be scheduled for three months after the first session.

Clinical Studies 

Clinical evidence backed by more than 120 publications, for nonsurgical lifting and skin tightening.

Awards : The predecessor treatment, Ultherapy was awarded the BEST SKIN TIGHTENING DEVICE at AMWC 2022 Aesthetic Medicine Awards, one of the most prestigious medical aesthetic congresses in the world.

RADIUM MEDICAL AESTHETICS

Medical Expertise : Dr. Siew sits onboard Merz Aesthetics medical panel and is part of the global medical and research task force, involving in multiple expert panels for Ultherapy PRIME and Ultherapy. He is also a member of the Ultherapy PRIME advisory panel on the technology features, clinical studies results and marketing. 

A keynote speaker for the inaugural Ultherapy PRIME launch in New York and Los Angeles as well as in Singapore, Dr. Siew led an advisory board meeting in Seoul, emphasising on differentiating the treatment from other skin lifting products in the market, and how to produce the best outcomes with the new PRIME.

Ultherapy Experience

Dr. Siew was one of the first doctors in South East Asia to perform Ultherapy treatment when it was first launched by Merz Aesthetics in 2009. Radium Medical Aesthetics have been offering the treatment since it's opening in 2016 and won numerous awards for the Merz portfolio for consecutive years 

Treatment forefront : Ultherapy PRIME offered on December 13, 2024 one of the first in Singapore and globally

Ultherapy PRIME Popularity : Many patients are excited about the new advancements and at Radium Medical Aesthetics, Ultherapy PRIME is performed daily since mid December 2024 and with appointments scheduled for the next few months with Dr.Siew, Dr.Phoon and Dr.Lina.

Ultherapy PRIME Price : Depending on the areas, face starts from $900 (Upper face price for Medical Consultant).

The award winning brands from Merz Aesthetic portfolio including Ultherapy PRIME, Radiesse, Xeomin and Belotero are available at Radium Medical Aesthetics.

WonderFace, Sylfirm X, PN Injectables, PDO Thread Lift, TriPollar, Fotona 4D, PicoSure, Combination Laser Therapy are some of the popular non-invasive and minimally invasive solutions for healthy skin offered by the experienced medical team.  

Radium Medical Aesthetics  Clinic is located at 3 Temasek Boulevard #03-325/326/327/328, Suntec City Mall, Singapore 038983. Opening Hours are from Monday to Saturday – 9:30am to 8:00pm (Last appointment at 6pm). Contact the Radium client care service at +65 6837-0507 or what's app +65 9630-3022 for enquiries and appointments. Visit Radium-Aesthetics.com for more information and the latest updates.

Chi Longevity Four Seasons Hotel Singapore - Optimise your health

Chi Longevity, a leader in evidence-based longevity medicine, has opened its second clinic at Four Seasons Hotel Singapore, offering a luxury health and wellness experience for travellers, expatriates and locals.

The winning formula of Chi Longevity expertise with renowned five-star luxury hospitality of Four Seasons works in synergy, setting a new standard for luxury medical services for Singapore medical tourism industry, providing a comprehensive approach with personalised, science-backed health optimisation programmes. 

Seeking a better quality of life?  Chi Longevity is the first private medically licensed clinic Singapore dedicated to slowing the biological ageing process. 

It was co-founded by Professor Andrea B. Maier, the Oon Chiew Seng Professor of medicine, healthy ageing and dementia research at the National University of Singapore with over 450 peer-reviewed publications and 25 years of clinical experience.  Professor Maier was also featured as one the principal scientists in the trending Netflix documentary Don't Die: The Man Who Wants to Live Forever.

"At Chi Longevity, we believe the process of ageing can be actively managed," said Professor Andrea Maier, Co-Founder of Chi Longevity. 

"Through a combination of genetic testing, blood panels, continuous glucose monitoring, and psychosocial assessments, we can identify and address age-related health risks long before they manifest. Unlike traditional healthcare, which often focuses on treating symptoms, our aim is to repair cellular damage, optimise organ function, and enhance both mental and physical agility."

Following the success of its flagship clinic at Camden Medical Centre, Chi Longevity clinic utilises the latest scientific advancements in longevity research. 

This includes personalised health assessments using advanced diagnostics, tailored programmes like Biological Age Reveal, Body Recomposition, Gene Insights, Glucose Navigator, Gut Health Optimisation, Physical Performance, Sleep & Stress and cutting-edge equipment to detect early health risks. 

The clinic’s AGE Reader uses ultraviolet light to excite autofluorescence in human skin tissue which provides an immediate cardiovascular risk prediction in 12 seconds. Bioelectrical impedance analysis tests also provide data on body fat percentage, muscle mass and body water distribution. 

Chi Longevity clinic’s multidisciplinary team – doctors, dietitians, psychologists, and health coaches work together to provide comprehensive guidance to guests on their health journey through various stages of life. These interventions may include medical therapeutics, supplementation, lifestyle change and psychological guidance. 

Flagship longevity programmes typically span 10 months to a year, with top tier Pinnacle program at S$18,000 for 2 session of 6 hours, Momentum at S$9550 for 6 hours and Vital Start at S$4,250 for 2 hours.

Here’s a look at some of the specialised treatments available at Chi Longevity :

• Gene Insights: Nutrition & Health: Decode your genetic predispositions to understand your unique nutritional needs and optimise your diet. 

• Biological Age Reveal: Discover your true biological age and receive a personalised roadmap to slow down the ageing process. 

• Body Recomposition: Achieve your ideal body composition through a tailored programme that addresses your individual needs and goals. 

• Glucose Navigator: Blood Sugar Analysis: Gain deep insights into your blood sugar levels and learn how to optimise your metabolism. 

• Gut Health Optimisation: Improve your digestive health and overall well-being through personalised gut microbiome analysis and targeted interventions. 

• Sleep & Stress: Enhance your sleep quality and reduce stress levels through evidence-based strategies and personalised guidance. 

• Physical Performance: Optimise your physical performance and athletic potential with tailored exercise programmes and expert guidance

CHI LONGEVITY SPARKD Acquisition 

Chi Longevity has acquired Sparkd to launch the first evidence-based healthy longevity gym. Integrating the new brain-body training approach in synergy with Chi Longevity medical diagnostics consisting of cognitive and physical fitness interventions, it helps to optimise clients’ performance and lower their biological age with track dual-task interventions, for healthy longevity, prevention and peak cognitive performance across all age groups.

The new partnership will be led by experts in neuroscience, healthy longevity specialists and elite performance coaches who specialise in functional movement training, mobility, balance training, cardiovascular, resistance training, motor skills and coordination -interpreted using Chi Longevity’s unique systems biology approach

FOUR SEASONS HOTEL Wellness Menu

The hospitality team at Four Seasons Hotel have curated a special menu dedicated to wellness for Chi Longevity and guests.

Chi Longevity at Four Seasons Hotel Singapore is located at 190 Orchard Boulevard, Level 3, Singapore 248646. Opening hours are from Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.30pm and Saturday, 8.30am to12.30pm. For enquiries, email appointment.fssg@chilongevity.com or telephone at +65 62352870. Live healthier, live longer with Chi Longevity and optimise your health today at www.chilongevity.com.  

Light up your senses: Must-sees at Light to Night Singapore 2025

Light to Night Singapore 2025, a marquee event of Singapore Art Week, returns from 17 January to 6 February 2025 to transform the city's civic district into a captivating canvas of light, art, and innovation across core venues like The National Arts Gallery, The Arts House at the Old Parliament and The Padang.

Across three exciting, art-filled weeks, the city will light up with over 70 artworks and activities, including luminous projection mappings on iconic cultural landmarks, large-scale art installations, and engaging and immersive public programmes. 

This year, the theme “Do You See Me?” explores the complex identities that make up our communities to prompt new perspectives on self, others, diversity and belonging. The festival, presented by National Gallery Singapore, also captures the nation’s multifaceted identities in celebration of SG60, and showcases unique perspectives those from lesser-seen communities.

Here are some must-see artworks:

1. Travelling Through the Tropical Rainforest by renowned local sculptor and Cultural Medallion recipient Han Sai Por. The six striking, large-scale inflatable sculptures at the Padang is a commentary on the interplay between the natural and urban environments in a city’s evolving landscape.

2. Projection mapping works by late printmaker and Cultural Medallion recipient Chng Seok Tin, painter and Cultural Medallion recipient Goh Beng Kwan, and the late batik artist Jaafar Latiff.

3. Claire Teo’s multi-sensory installation Through The Looking Glass (inspired by her experiences as a visually impaired individual), and TraseOne’s light projection Now You See Us? on the evolution of Singapore’s graffiti scene (projected on the facade of The Arts House at the Old Parliament). They shed light on lesser seen communities in Singapore while serving as a platform to tell their stories.

4. A Little Bead of Work by Singaporean artist Kray Chen at the Outdoor Lawn of The Arts House at the Old Parliament. This is an interactive installation that features thousands of glow-in-the-dark alphabet beads spread across nine shallow planter beds. 

5. Blades, Shrapnel, a performative installation that features a roving live performance art piece by local artist Ang Song Nian. It is held at the Padang and Empress Lawn on selected days during the festival. The performance uses laser-emitting grass cutters to simulate synchronised grass-cutting activities, drawing attention to the unseen efforts that exist alongside our manicured landscapes.

6. Art X Social: Festival Street at St Andrew’s Road will take place across all three weekends with plenty of delicious food and beverage options for visitors to enjoy, alongside roving live performances and games.

7. Festival-goers may also look forward to a series of ticketed interactive artworks and programmes, including Singapore-based collective Rainshadow Studio’s Scarce City, an immersive installation experience which seeks to spark conversations on climate change and sustainability through interactive light gameplay. 

Light to Night Singapore 2025, a marquee event of Singapore Art Week is from 17 January to 6 February 2025 at Singapore Civic Districts and galleries across National Arts Gallery, The Arts House at the Old Parliament, The Padang, Empress Lawn, Outdoor Lawn and Festival Street at St.Andrew’s Road. For more information on the Light to Night festival’s full line-up, visit lighttonight.sg.

Culture Cartel 2025 Street Convention at Singapore Expo

Street culture convention Culture Cartel 2025 fifth edition returns with Culture Cartel exclusive collaborations and merchandise with CASETiFY, Monsoon Patrol, SBTG, ToyQube Astro Boy, Limited Edt. showcase and LE Depot of special collaborations, limited edition sneakers, Culture Cartel Tattoo Con and Culture Cartel Vault. 

This year’s theme, “ICONS Uprising”, underscores the event’s mission to push creative boundaries, uniting the living legends who shaped the scene and the new icons defining its future. Bigger and better this year, there are more first-time participating artists and exclusive drops as it converges art, fashion, music, tattoo and toys at Singapore Expo Hall 5, from 17 to 19 January.

Spanning an expansive 100,000 sq ft of hall space, there are over 80 brands for a subculture experience featuring immersive experiences, global collaborations, and exclusive firsts. 

Here are some of Culture Cartel 2025 highlights:

Asics – The Gel-Kinetic Fluent Sneaker was showcased exclusively here, it is priced at $259 and will retail at Asics stores and online in February. 

The innovative shoe combines heritage design with modern materials and technologies such as Scutoid Gel and FF Blast Plus Eco cushioning materials. 

Puma – Discover the Puma Speedcat in various colourways at the booth. The shoe, pulled out of the Puma archive for its 25th anniversary, features a racing-inspired silhouette that is both trendy and iconic.

BMW – The German luxury car manufacturer BMW’s showcase is the bespoke BMW M4 Car Wrap, an exclusive collaboration between Performance Motors Singapore and popular  artist Nicky Diamonds. 

White Rabbit - Hao Food SG, the authorised distributor of the all-time favourite White Rabbit candy, has launched a White Rabbit Bubble Tea series made with the authentic White Rabbit milk, for the first time. Try the ice cream and soju, which pairs surprisingly well with the candy. 

Culture Cartel Vault – Out in full force were special exhibits - the never-before-seen Star Wars collection by Elim Chew; Singapore’s largest Hello Kitty collection owned by Singaporean collector, Sofie Chandra; and the world’s most extensive Stussy Tribe Jacket Collection by Alex Turnbull (@alexturnbull23). 

Tattoo icons – Renowned international tattoo artists take centre stage, including highly-sought after Japanese tattoo artist, Gakkin (@gakkinx) who brings his modern fusion interpretation of traditional Japanese tattoos that results in a new, bold form of imagery and storytelling; and award-winning Texas-based Russian tattoo artist, Valentina Riabova (@val_tatboo), who is lauded for her stunningly realistic, custom designs. 

CULTURE CARTEL 2025 was held at Singapore EXPO, Hall 5, located at 1 Expo Drive, Singapore 486150, from 17 January to 19 January 2025. Look out for exciting Culture Cartel launches thoroughout the year with a Culture Cartel grand finale event. For updates, visit CultureCartel.com.

Crafted, by Hennessy 2025 at ION Orchard | Hennessy Kinetic Spring Gardens

Take a walk through Crafted, by Hennessy's 300-year journey experiential exhibit, a celebration of the iconic cognac Maison's craftsmanship and history and admire Hennessy Kinetic Spring Gardens installation, inspired by Hennessy’s Year of the Snake limited-edition release by Shanghai-based artist and fashion designer, Shuting Qiu.

Make a trip down to ION Orchard from 13 January to 2 February 2025 as Hennessy invites you on an experiential journey into the Year of the Snake.

Crafted, by Hennessy Travelling Exhibition 

Crafted, by Hennessy is the brand’s first-ever immersive travelling showcase of its kind and welcoming all guests on a multi-sensorial journey at Level 4, ION Art Gallery from 13 January to 26 January, making it second stop in Asia. The inaugural Crafted, by Hennessy launch was held at The Exchange, TRX,  Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from 25 October to 3 November.

Visitors will discover the brand through various facets that have defined Hennessy as the icon it is today. They will be led through different rooms tracing back to the extraordinary journey of Richard Hennessy and the intertwined story of two legendary families – Hennessy and Fillioux. 

Learn about the brand’s first shipment in British Malaya before uncovering the cognac-making process. 

Witness the expertise of Hennessy's Master Blenders through an interactive setting, and explore Hennessy's influence on art, music, and pop culture. Choose a complimentary exclusive Hennessy scent pouch as a souvenir of your Hennessy journey.

A showcase of Hennessy limited-editions including rarities like Dame-Jeanne, Paradis Unlimited, Edition Particuliere, Richard Hennessy magnum and Hennessy X.O by Jean Michel Othoniel (valued at a total of €1.348 million) are a sight to behold at the next room.

Lastly, there is a dedicated zone where visitors in search of the perfect gift for Chinese New Year can purchase bottles on-the-spot, elevated with Hennessy Hands – a bespoke engraving service for personalising Hennessy Paradis bottles, whilst enjoying a complimentary glass of Hennessy.

Hennessy Kinetic Spring Garden

Hennessy illuminates Orchard Road with Kinetic Spring Garden themed light-up outdoor installation at Level 1, outdoor ION Orchard forefront from 20 January to 2 February 2025, as part of Chinese New Year celebration.

Created in collaboration with local artist, Pei Li of PeiPer Studio, the design was inspired by Hennessy’s Year of the Snake limited-edition release by Shanghai-based artist and fashion designer, Shuting Qiu.

Walk through a realm of blooming floral sculptures under yellow-gold arches reflecting the elegant movements of snakes. Each step lights up in red alongside motion sensors that brightens nearby flowers to create an interactive moment. Then at 8.18pm daily, Hennessy Kinetic Spring Garden will be fully illuminated to give a memorable visual spectacle.

Crafted, by Hennessy Singapore at Level 4, ION Orchard Art Gallery, is free for all to experience, age 18 and above, with reservations highly encouraged at Hennessey Inner Club from now till 26 January 2025. Hennessy Kinetic Spring Garden at Level 1, outdoor ION Orchard facade starts from 20 January to 5 February. For more information, visit www.Hennessy.com.

New Hotels Staycations Review Offers Festive Seasons 2024 | 2025 Singapore

Pullman Singapore Hill Street Hotel | The Quincy House |  Park Regis by Prince Hotel | Oasia Resort Sentosa - Best new Singapore hotels staycations that offers the best deals and promotions, with complimentary breakfasts, additional collectables gifts, perks and discounts ? 

From Orchard Road to Singapore Marina Bay waterfront promenade and historic heritage neighborhoods, there is an addition of a range of new hotels with the most sophisticated interior, wellness priority to the most convenient accessible locations for the holiday getaways, much need breaks, treat yourself and love ones for a rejuvenating staycation or celebratory weekend.

Here are our picks of the best deals offers for Singapore new hotels and serviced residence apartments that have opened officially in just a year and under.

PULLMAN SINGAPORE HILL STREET X Grand Holiday Escape with L’OCCITANE Indulgence Room Stay Package

Pack your luggage and board the L’OCCITANE Grand Holiday Escape voyage  at the sophisticated Pullman Singapore Hill Street. 

Start your journey with the specially crafted L’OCCITANE Afternoon Tea, inspired by 2 of L’OCCITANE’s Holiday Edition fragrances, the Rose Citron Meyer and the Citron Luminciana at Madison's, the all day dining restaurant.

Begin with savory delights like Foie Gras Terrine served on toasted brioche, chestnut and a roasted grape chutney, luxurious Oscietra atop delicate blinis with lobster jelly and lemon confit, Smoked Turkey Ham Slider, Prosciutto and Vegetable Quiche.

Sweet bites includes Cranberry Scones paired with crème fraiche and jam, wildberry Cheesecake, Hazelnut Choux Puff, Red Velvet Cupcakes, Lemon Tarts, Mini Fruit Cake, assorted Christmas Cookies and Pralines.

The Afternoon Tea set inclusive of a pair of limited edition L’OCCITANE Holiday hand cream, is priced at S$118++ for 2 person with choice of premium Dilmah Silver Jubilee Tea Selection, available till 31 December, Mondays to Saturdays from 2pm to 5pm.

Check into the Pullman Hill Street hotel to relax in exquisitely designed plush spaces with polished fixtures, dark wood panels and curated vintage accents that capture the romance and allure of train travel.

Wind down and pamper your skin with the exclusive L'occtiane Holiday in-room amenities with best selling face, hand, body and bath products like Almond Citron Luminciana Shower Oil 250ml, Hand Cream 30ml, Relaxing Pillow Mist 15ml and Immortelle travel face care set, mask and shower flower, valued at $145.

Discover L’OCCITANE’s wide range of gifts – the Grand Voyage of Freshness, Surprises and for the Senses. With L'OCCITANE, every gift becomes a journey, and each product is a discovery, ensuring your holidays are filled with moments of pure delight and unforgettable memories. 

The full range of L'occtiane Holiday limited edition scent products from The Citrus Road collection includes four enchanting scents — Almond Citron Luminciana, Rose Citron Meyer, Shea Kumquat and Shea Combawa and gifts sets are available at all L'occtiane boutiques and official online store.

Book the ACCOR PLUS INDULGENCE PACKAGE offer under the combined offers tab to enjoy 15% off for Accor Plus members’ rate with daily breakfast at Madison’s for 2 people, room rates starts from only $260++, with a L'occtiane Holiday Set worth $145, it's is definitely the magical splendor best hotel staycation offer in December 2024.

For enquiries and reservations, visit Pullman Singapore Hill Street Hotel 

THE QUINCY HOUSE Be Yourself at Quincy Staycation 

For a truly relaxing longer staycation with all the amenities you would need to feel right at home, stay at The Quincy House Singapore, Far East Hospitality’s first serviced residence.

Located in the heart of Holland Village, just 10 minutes from Orchard Road, The Quincy House is steps away from Holland Village MRT and One Holland mall, which is pet friendly with a vibrant mix of local food, bars, cafes, fine dining, popular retail stores and boutiques.

Known for being extraordinary, experimental and experiential, experience the 'Be Yourself at Quincy' with a stay here and unwind in the stylish urban living spaces from a choice of cosy studio to spacious two bedroom deluxe apartment with living room, full kitchen, washer and dryer, with selected units for pet-friendly pet-cation.

Enjoy a grab and go breakfast (except Public Holidays), you could chose to be social and lounge in the living space area or work stations, located just by the check in concierge area while you sip complimentary Gryphon tea or cappuccino and nibbles on snacks from the all day pantry area.

Watch the sunset from the swimming pool, have a Barbie party or work out in the gym downstairs with an arty view of the renown Dale Chihuly's Singapore Sun sculpture installation made up of more than 1,500 hand-blown glass elements.

Receive a complimentary Quincy Explorer Box that consists of a recycle tote, foldable tumbler and sunglasses, with a specially design Quincy House map of Holland Village with attractions highlight and discount offers at selected cafes, restaurants and retailers.

For a minimum 6-night stay in Quincy House Deluxe Room, enjoy 2 free nights and save up to 33% off.

For more information or reservation, visit The Quincy House by Far East Hospitality .

PARK REGIS BY PRINCE SINGAPORE 

The newly rebranded Park Regis by Prince Singapore at Clarke Quay central area is an global expansion of Japan's largest hotel chain, Seibu Prince Hotels & Resorts.

Blending tranquillity with modern sophistication, it is a celebration of cultural heritage of Australian and Japanese influences, with harmonious natural warm earthy tones and lush greenery for a cosy sanctuary amidst the exciting Singapore city attractions in Clarke Quay, Boat Quay, Chinatown, Gardens by the Bay, Marina Bay Sands Hotel and Singapore Flyer.

The Premium Room amenities is designed for Ultimate Comfort, from filtered water dispensers designed to eliminate single-use plastics to high-quality bathroom amenities, the hotel's dedication to sustainability is reflected in these eco-friendly practices, ensuring a comfortable yet conscious stay.

For a seamless stay with cutting-edge technology enhancements, the hotel's state-of-the-art mobile app enables contactless check-in, direct room access via guests' devices, and real-time communication with the hotel team. Additionally, each room features a 50-inch smart TV, allowing for personalised content streaming and easy access to essential information.

Winner of Travel Excellence Awards 2024, Park Regis by Prince Hotel celebrates with an additional 15% off your next stay, on top of current hotel deals.

Visit Park Regis by Prince Singapore  to experience the all new modern comfort in a ultra accessible location with promotional discount for the opening special.

OASIA RESORT SENTOSA Wellness Staycation and Sereni-tea Experience 

Feel away from home literally at the Oasia Resort Sentosa by Far East Hospitality, a resort and spa rejuvenation destination with dedicated wellness and purposeful event programme for a pleasurable calming staycation or leisure day experience.

Oasia Resort Sentosa recently unveiled a new room category, Courtyard Premier, alongside with the hotel’s refreshed Junior Suites. 

Located on level two in the Palawan Wing, the 19 Courtyard Premier rooms each span a spacious 63 square metres and is  equipped with a spacious alfresco area with bean bags and a dining table. With nine sets of connecting rooms, it is perfect for families or for a special pet-friendly pet-cation.

The “Paw-fect Retreat" for pampering the dogs includes a comprehensive list of dedicated pet amenities like pork jerky and laksa kueh bangkit from popular pet brands and check-in area for one domesticated dog 15kg and below, an extra fee applies for the second dog. 

A relaxing experience awaits within the refreshed Junior Suites, housed in the heritage building, known as the “Wellness Sanctuary”.

The suite beckons with it's floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Singapore’s newest day-to-night multi-sensorial attraction – Sentosa Sensoryscape, or the resort’s swimming pool, with Lululemon fitness mats and curated in-room TV fitness programmes.

Refresh at Oasia Spa, the award-winning “Best Hotel Spa in Singapore” recognised by Travel + Leisure Asia Pacific Luxury Awards 2024 that features specialised facial and grooming treatments like cryotherapy facial, facial using products from Swissline by Dermalab, KOTOSHINA acclaimed organic products, from full-body massages that combine traditional Thai massage, Japanese shiatsu pressure points to Indian massage techniques. 

Or you can recharge with a variety of fitness programmes, workshops and activities at Oasia Resort Sentosa.

For a leisurely wellness day, book the Sereni-tea Experience (Valid December 2024 to 2025, at S$456 nett for 2 person) which includes Oasia Spa Oasia Signature Massage (75 minutes massage) to refresh both body and mind and savour an elegant festive theme Afternoon Tea at Wildseed Café @ 1-Flowerhill for an elegant Afternoon Tea between 2pm to 4.30pm.

Visit Oasia Resort Sentosa to learn more about the wellness and staycation packages or reserve Oasia Spa experience, email oasiaspa.orsentosa@fareast.com or contact +65 6818 3338, and quote promotion code “SPAT2024”

Christmas Festive Dining 2024 | Celebration Holiday Ideas

Christmas and New Year Festive Feasting at Pan Pacific Hotel The Edge Restaurant | PARKROYAL Collection Marina Bay Peppermint Restaurant | Novotel on Stevens Food Exchange| Mercure ICON Singapore City Centre Chara Brassiere| The Royal Host Jewel Changi Airport & Takashimaya Shopping Centre| Janice Wong Christmas Festive Collection|Carribbean Camp | Harry Potter Visions of Magic | Decathlon| Starbucks | World Christmas Market Singapore 

December is the time to wine, dine and indulge as festive seasons like Christmas, New Year and Year end holidays sets the mood for merry making, feasting and celebration.

Savour popular Hotel restaurants festive offerings, epicurean experiences from lavish holiday spread to Christmas shopping, meaning initiatives for charity, in the spirit of giving.

FESTIVE DINING 

Pan Pacific Singapore Hotel The Edge Restaurant Festive Extravaganza 

Enjoy the extravagant buffet spreads at The Edge, where Executive Chef Andy Oh and his Culinary Team’s prepare a lavish festive traditional and international delights with a premium seafood selection, succulent roasts and festive favourites.

Delight in Slow Roasted Black Angus Beef Prime Ribs, Maple-glazed Gammon Ham with Spiced Apple Marmalade, Baked Sustainable Salmon Filet with Creamy Polenta and Caviar Beurre Blanc.

Savour fresh from the grill, indulge in the rich flavours of Pan-seared Foie Gras with Lobster Tails, Pumpkin Spice, Bourbon Peach Jam, and Toasted Brioche, expansive fresh seafood spread like freshly shucked seasonal Oysters, King Crab Leg, Boston Lobster, Tiger Prawns, Pacific Clam, Half Shell Scallops, Sea Conch, Black Mussel and Crawfish.

The hotel’s master butcher Chef Haiko Mayer and team selection of extensive variety of charcuterie and cold cuts made in-house like Foie Gras Terrine and Duck Rillettes, Christmas Citron Thyme Bratwurst, Home-cured Beef Salami, Paprika Lyoner, and Meatloaf accompany the extensive spread.

The Edge dessert bar is an irresistible array of festive treats like English Christmas Fruit Cake, Plum Pudding, Christmas Stollen, Enchanted Forest Log Cake, Chocolate Yule, creme brulee and local favourites like durian penyat and flaky mini egg tarts.

Christmas lunch and dinner starts from $88++ per person for adults and from $44++ per person for children under 12

Visit The Edge Restaurant for more information. For reservations, please call 6826 8240 or email dining.ppsin@panpacific.com.

The Edge buffet restaurant is located at Pan Pacific Singapore Hotel, 7 Raffles Blvd, Level 3, Singapore 039595

PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay Peppermint Restaurant (Halal Certified) Festive Feasts 

Celebrate the festive dining at Peppermint Restaurant where Chef de Cuisine Leon Yee and his Culinary Team has curated a scrumptious spread of Christmas festive creations to indulge this holiday season.

The newly introduced Salt Meringue Baked Festive Turkey is encased in a shell of salt, accompanied with Chestnut Stuffing, Cranberry Sauce and Black Truffle Sauce or try the Festive Turducken, a unique dish comprising turkey stuffed with a duck, and further stuffed with a chicken. 

Black Angus Beef Tomahawk with decadent French morel jus, Baked Lobster with Sea Urchin Gratin, Honey Baked Chicken Ham with Pineapple Sauce. Choose from the wide selection of Seafood, Japanese, Chinese, Indian, local favourites dishes to desserts, ice-cream and chocolate fountain.

Specially on Christmas Day, and New Year’s Eve lunch, taste the special buttery, golden-crusted Salmon Wellington, enhanced by a refreshing yuzu and smoked caviar sauce.

On New Year’s Eve dinner, savour the impressive 45kg Whole Wagyu Beef Steamship Round, slow-roasted until juicy and soft, revel in the luxurious Sturgeon Caviar Station for an indulgent canapes.

PARKROYAL Collection Marina Bay Peppermint Restaurant Festive lunch and dinner starts from $72++ per adult and from $36++ per child 

For reservations, please call 68451111 or email peppermint.prsmbparkroyalcollection.com 

Peppermint buffet restaurant is located at Parkroyal Collection Collection, 6 Raffles Blvd, Level 4, Singapore 039594

Novotel on Stevens Restaurant Food Exchange 1 for 1 Buffet Deal

Deck the Claws with Lobsters at Food Exchange @Stevens all day and night from Christmas Eve to Christmas Day, Turkeys, Honey Glazed Ham, Seafood and more !

Start with Boston Lobsters on Ice, dive into Lobster Bisque, turn up the heat with Black Pepper Lobster and savour the most decadent creamy cheesy Lobster Thermidor. 

Try Golden Roast Turkey, Mustard Encrusted Rib Fillet wrapped in buttery pastry, Honey-Glazed Ham, Snow Crab Legs, Oysters, Tiger Prawns, Mussels, Chinese, Indian and local favourites.

Black Angus Tomahawk, Beef Wellington, Moroccan Chicken, Braised Beef Cheeks and Tasmanian Salmon takes centre stage at The Live Carving Station. Charcuterie lineup includes Prosciutto, Beef Salami, Pastrami, Chorizo, assorted cheese and nuts.

Decadent logcakes, spiced gingerbread, fancy cakes, chocolate fountain for the ultimate sweet encore and retro holiday cheer.

The Longest Christmas Lobstermania Buffet is price from $128 per adult, $38 for children 12 years old and below. Enjoy an exclusive limited 1-for-1 offer now !

For reservations or enquires, WhatsApp  +65 8799 0379, telephone +65 64916100 or email h9543-fb4@accor.com 

Food Exchange is located at Novotel on Stevens, level 2 at 28 Stevens Road, Singapore 257878.

MERCURE ICON Singapore City Centre Chara Brasserie (Halal Certified) Special Christmas Buffet 

Chara Brasserie, Mercure ICON Singapore City Centre presents a Special Christmas Buffet with seafood, live stations and festive food galore.

Sip on a festive Malt Wine Slushie, a refreshing non-alcoholic icy treat as a toast to merriment.

Tuck in the festive spread highlights like Jinglebell Rib Roast, a slow-cooked Tomahawk Beef for robust, holiday flavours, Merry Bird Roast, whole Christmas turkeys with chestnut stuffing, served with classic sides and sauces, Baked Spicy Mackerel Mousse Salmon Wellington, a twist on the holiday classic - flavourful salmon and mackerel mousse and baked under a blanket of golden flaky pastry with a touch of spice and Winter Wonderland Maki & Reindeer Maki Rolls, Japanese-inspired delights 

At Santa’s Helper Soft Served Kitchen, create your very own Christmas dessert with endless topping array of nibbles.

Mercure ICON Special Christmas Buffet are priced from $88++ per adult and $44++ per adult.

Make your reservation at +65 8826 8585 or email to chararsvp@mjipteltd.com

Chara Brasserie is located at Mercure ICON City Centre, level 3, at 8 Club Street, #02-01, Singapore 069472.

Royal Host Singapore Jewel Changi Airport |  Takashimaya Shopping Centre

Japan’s leading family restaurant, Royal Host opened it's first direct store outside Japan at Singapore Jewel Changi Airport and Takashimaya Shopping Centre recently. 

Renown as the pioneer of Japanese-Western food with over 200 stores in Japan serving up a legacy of over 50 years, with Superstar Marilyn Monroe loving it's aromatic onion gratin soup when she had it during her honeymoon in 1954 to every serving of its famed Omu Rice, Japanese Sirloin Steaks, Hamburg Steaks and Doria, comes with lashings of omotenashi, the art of heartfelt hospitality and meticulous attention to detail. 

Step into Royal Host and feel as though you have been whisked away to Japan. Start with the signature Ice Tea, mocktail Singapore Sling,  lychee rose drink, Lobster Bisque, Kale Salad. Feast on the popular ultra flavoursome 'ROYAL' Sirloin Steak, Hamburg Steak on hotplate, Omurice Snow Crab & Chilli Sauce - a tribute to the popular Singapore Chilli Crab, Seafood & Mentaiko Sauce Pasta, Yuzu and Salmon Pasta, Doria and special Japanese Western breakfast sets and fluffy pancakes.

Complete your meal with Creme Brulee Parfait with Mixed Berries, Hot fudge Chocolate sundae, Coffee Jelly Sundae, Cheesecake, Tiramisu or special gelato.

Royal Host Singapore is located at Jewel Changi Airport, 78 Airport Boulevard #03-219 Singapore 819666, Telephone : +65 6908 5591 and Takashimaya Shopping Centr bye, 391 Orchard Road, #B2-25/26, Singapore 238872, Telephone : +65 6908 1339

Janice Wong Christmas Festive Temptations

Award winning Chef-Artist chocolatier Janice Wong's 'Eat Art’, ‘Pure Chocolate’ and ‘Gelato’ new brand identity showcases an exciting array of chocolates, log cakes and speciality cakes for this 2024 festive season. 

The Icons of Singapore Bon-bons are shaped after five of Singapore’s most renowned architectural landmarks,

The Supertree Observatory at Garden by the Bay, The Esplanade, The ArtScience Museum, Jewel Changi Airport and Peranakan House.

The Christmas Bon-bons, Christmas Advent Calendar of Festive Days of December and Singapore Bon-bons are a joy to behold with every bite.

Janice Wong merry festive collections includes the beautiful blue Crystal Flake Gateau - a breathtaking cake cut and iced into an ethereal vision of a snowflake, a decadent chocolate mousse, caramel bavarois, chocolate crumble, coffee mascarpone, and chocolate madeleine.

Try the Yule Log with premium Japanese chestnut Chantilly made from chestnuts harvested from the Shimanto River basin of the Kochi Prefecture of Japan or Santa Pom Pom, a beautiful domed cake of pistachio mascarpone mousse and strawberry pineapple.

For Janice Wong Festive orders or enquiries, please visit Janice Wong  or email info@janicewong.com.sg.

Camp Carribbean Jamaican Chef Ricardo Allen Gourmet Park Kampong Bugis 

At Singapore’s only restaurant serving up 100% authentic Caribbean fare, Camp Carribbean helmed by true-blue Jamaican Chef Ricardo Allen is nestled among the lush greenery of Gourmet Park Kampong Bugis, with alfresco dining and pet friendly dining restaurant.

Experience the flavours of the Caribbean at Camp Caribbean like popular Jamaican cuisine favourites like Oxtail with Spinners, Trinidad Doubles—a famous Trinidadian street food featuring bara bread and curried chickpeas, Jamaican Patties — golden, flaky pastries filled with island spices, beef, or vegetables and Jam Rock Platter — a harmony of grilled delights, including Jerk Jerk Stingray, Jerk BBQ Pork Ribs or chicken served with rice and peas, coleslaw, fried plantains, and corn ribs.

Add a tipple to your nibbles with house-made Sorrelade Punch a sweet, gingery, wine-hued drink made from the roselle hibiscus, clove, and cinnamon traditionally enjoyed in Jamaica during Christmas.

Available for dine-in on the 24, 25 & 26 December, order the Caribbean Festive Feast Platter ($200 for 4pax and $$370 for 8pax) - featuring Jerk Chicken, plantain-crusted roast Beef, Appleton Rum and Pineapple Glazed Ham, Spiced Pumpkin and Potato Mash, Jam Rock Mac & Cheese, Jerk Carrots, Reggae Salad, and Rum Cake.

From now till 31st December, dine for a cause as 5% of proceeds from every Jam Rock Platter sold will go to support SOSD, a local animal shelter.

Camp Caribbean is located at 66 Kampong Bugis, Gourmet Park, Singapore 338987. For reservation and booking, call 88458830

Singapore Christmas Activities and Charity Initiatives

Harry Potter Visions Of Magic at Resort World Sentosa RWS Singapore 

The wizarding world of Harry Potter Asia Premiere in Singapore at Resort World Sentosa is unveiled ! Step into the enchanting journey through the Visions of Magic of the wizarding world in the all new interactive art experiences from the moment you board the express Knight Bus.

Collect your very own wand to accompany you on the illumination of the powerful visions of magic through exploration of the most mysterious ten magical environments.

Illuminate the invisible and reveal the magic through the Knight Bust, Grimmauld Place, Ministries of Magic, Hall of Prophecy, Newt’s Menagerie, Knockturn Alley, Room of Requirements, The Pensive and the exclusive-to-Singapore The Chamber of Secrets and The Trap Door. 

Try the exquisite Harry Potter macarons, cupcakes and iconic wizarding world beverage ButterBeer at the cafe and shop for the exclusive Visions of Magic Asia Premiere merchandise souvenirs from Hedwig, tote bags, sweat shirts and jackets.

Harry Potter Visions of Magic is located Resorts World Sentosa, Forum, Level B1, 8 Sentosa Gateway, Level B1, Sentosa Island, Singapore 098269 and is ongoing till 2025 March 31st 

Visit Harry Potter Visions of Magic for tickets booking and information.

Admission tickets starts from $39 for children (ages 4 to 12) and $49 for adults (ages 13 and up).

Decathlon Singapore It's Christmas, Let's Play 

This Christmas, visit Decathlon Sports stores to personalise your gifts with specially designed Christmas motifs and sporty icons and select Christmas gift basket for Secret Santa gifting with your friends and family.

Get your gifts wrapped by Love For A Dollar (LoveFAD), Singapore’s first volunteer-led gift-wrapping service for charity, on a donation basis, minimum of $1 for each item to be wrap and show some love for charity, available at all Decathlon experience stores. Donations will go to Care Community Services Society (CCSS).

Decathlon Flagship store Singapore Lab is located at 230 Stadium Blvd, Singapore 397799. Visit Decathlon Singapore for more locations and promotions .

Starbucks Community Store at Active Garden, Gardens by the Bay

Starbucks Singapore has launched its first Community Store in partnership with two local organizations, Gardens by the Bay and MINDSET Care Limited, to promote mental wellness in the community.

The Community Store aims to combine mental wellness advocacy with the lush greenery and tranquil waterfront surroundings of Gardens by the Bay in the heart of the city. This thoughtfully designed space features informative panels that offer self-care tips and resources, encouraging awareness of mental wellness.

Reflecting it's ongoing mission to create nurturing spaces for individuals and meaningful connections, Starbucks Singapore will donate 20 cents for every cup of beverage sold at this Community Store,  to help fund workshops and activities of organizations dedicated to mental wellness.

Starbucks Singapore community store is located at Active Gardens, Gardens by the Bay, two minutes walk from Marina Bay Sands Hotel Tower 3.

World Christmas Market Singapore at The Promontory at Marina Bay

Soak in the holiday magic at World Christmas Market Singapore,  The Promontory at Marina Bay with charming  Christmas trees, sparkling lights, live performances, Candy Cane Lane, Singing Christmas Tree, The Christmas Gift musical, curated selection of handcrafted gifts, Snow Globe photo booths, artisanal product and gourmet food stalls, from 5 to 25 December 2024. 

Sustainability lies at the heart of the event, with eco-friendly practices and a strategic partnership with Gorental SG to support green energy solutions. The spirit of giving is further amplified through a collaboration with Brands For Good, spreading joy to those in need during the festive season.