Monthly Archives: September 2010

5 Simple Tips from The Make Up Room

Posted on 29/09/2010 by Urban Journey

Ladies – this one is for you. GUYS, pay attention too, so you can stop complaining and start understanding the next time we are running “late!” Makeup is something I’ve always wanted to learn about, but as a child I … Continue reading →

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Pizza: The Healthy Way

Posted on 28/09/2010 by Urban Journey

“The best tasting things are the worst for you.” How true is this statement?  Frustratingly factual, in my opinion. After the maddening weekend called F1 came and went, I was left yearning for some “comfort food” which somehow needed to be … Continue reading →

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Behind the Scenes at KIN

Posted on 23/09/2010 by Urban Journey

Last week we went down to Haji Lane to meet the boys behind KIN – Adrian J Tay, Christopher John Fussner, Daryl Chan and Suraj Melwani. We also had a chance to have a Q & A session with Suraj. Read … Continue reading →

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Pilates or Yoga?

Posted on 22/09/2010 by Urban Journey

Lately, it seems as though healthy is cool. Whether it’s Matthew Kenny’s upcoming raw food exhibition, the new Verita wellness centre opening later this year, or all the new fitness schools that are sprouting up, Singapore is becoming “healthier” by the … Continue reading →

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Singapore F1 Night Race

Posted on 21/09/2010 by Urban Journey

Come this weekend, Singapore’s civic district (Marina area) will be turned into a racing circuit where ultra-fast Formula One cars speed, dip, and swerve their way around the Singapore Flyer, Esplanade, Old Parliment House amongst other local icons. It’s great … Continue reading →

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No Corkscrew? No Problem. Open Wine the EASY Way

Posted on 16/09/2010 by Urban Journey

You know those times when you are craving a glass of wine, but just can’t seem to find that corkscrew? (Only to have it magically appear in the spot it’s meant to be the next day.) This great video shows … Continue reading →

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In Singapore: The Ethnic Enclaves (part 2)

Posted on 15/09/2010 by Urban Journey

Continued from In Singapore: The Ethnic Enclaves (part 1). Little India from happygrub Friends say that it’s like leaving Singapore without leaving the island. In fact, it feels as if the entire sub-continent was packed into the 700 by 500-meter maze … Continue reading →

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Rooftop Bars: A Different View for Every Mood

Posted on 09/09/2010 by Urban Journey

Back in the Empire State, booze + rooftop = fun. The fresh open air, the view, the altitude, always a nice change from a dark crammed bar. Upon moving to Singapore, I was glad to see that this place was … Continue reading →

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The Perfect Fit: Levi’s Curve ID

Posted on 09/09/2010 by Urban Journey

Last Thursday, I had the opportunity to combine two of my favorite things: fashion and a trip to Zouk. I knew I was there for a launch of a new style of  Levi’s jeans and that’s about it. After being personally … Continue reading →

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In Singapore: The Ethnic Enclaves

Posted on 08/09/2010 by Urban Journey

When Raffles founded Singapore, he divvyed up the land into living spaces for different folk. The Europeans took up estates to the south; the Chinese would reside in the south-eastern region of the Singapore river; the Indians: to the north of … Continue reading →

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