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Baked Goods, cafe, food

Food For Now: Bibik Violet Opens at Great World, with a New Peranakan Café for Handmade Kueh, Nostalgic Bakes and Durian Desserts

Bibik Violet has opened its second Singapore outlet at Great World, serving handmade Nyonya kueh, Peranakan comfort food, nostalgic bakes and exclusive durian desserts. If you’ve been looking for another reason to linger over kopi and kueh, Bibik Violet has just opened its second Singapore home at Great World. The beloved all-day Peranakan café, bakery and emporium officially welcomed diners on 14 July 2026, bringing … Continue reading Food For Now: Bibik Violet Opens at Great World, with a New Peranakan Café for Handmade Kueh, Nostalgic Bakes and Durian Desserts

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holiday, hotels

Hotels & Holidays: The Chedi Andermatt Appoints Former Raffles Singapore Executive Thomas Goval as General Manager

Luxury alpine resort The Chedi Andermatt has named Thomas Goval as its new General Manager, with the hospitality veteran set to take up the role on 1 September 2026. Goval joins the award-winning Swiss hotel from Raffles Hotel Singapore, where he most recently served as Hotel Manager. He previously held senior leadership roles at Switzerland’s Bürgenstock Resort, including Hotel Manager and Acting General Manager. A … Continue reading Hotels & Holidays: The Chedi Andermatt Appoints Former Raffles Singapore Executive Thomas Goval as General Manager

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hotels

Hotels & Holidays: Accor and Sun Group Unveil Major Hospitality Expansion Across Vietnam

Vietnam’s hospitality scene is set for a significant boost as Accor and leading developer Sun Group deepen their long-standing partnership with plans to launch more than 5,300 hotel rooms, resorts and serviced residences over the next five years. The ambitious expansion will introduce a mix of new luxury, lifestyle and premium accommodation across some of Vietnam’s most popular destinations, including Phu Quoc and Danang. Among … Continue reading Hotels & Holidays: Accor and Sun Group Unveil Major Hospitality Expansion Across Vietnam

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food, New Opening

Food: SUSHIRO Lands in Serangoon Garden With Hokkaido Specialties, 1-for-1 Sushi and KITKAT® Desserts

Serangoon Garden has long been one of Singapore’s favourite neighbourhoods for good food. From cosy cafés and family-run eateries to late-night supper spots, it’s the kind of place people happily travel across the island to visit. Now, the neighbourhood has a new dining destination to add to the list. Japan’s No. 1 conveyor belt sushi chain, SUSHIRO, is opening its first-ever outlet in Serangoon Garden … Continue reading Food: SUSHIRO Lands in Serangoon Garden With Hokkaido Specialties, 1-for-1 Sushi and KITKAT® Desserts

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accor, holiday, hotels, mercure

Hotels & Holidays: Accor to Bring Mercure Living Brand to Genting Highlands in 2028

A new branded extended-stay hotel is coming to Genting Highlands as Accor and Tropicana Corporation Berhad partner to launch Mercure Living Genting Highlands, expanding Malaysia’s growing collection of internationally managed hospitality residences. Scheduled to open in 2028, the property will be located within TwinPines Serviced Suites at Tropicana Grandhill, part of the 596-acre Tropicana WindCity township. The development will feature 1,443 fully furnished suites, offering … Continue reading Hotels & Holidays: Accor to Bring Mercure Living Brand to Genting Highlands in 2028

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Alcohol, food, New Opening

Food: Club Rangoon redefines what Burmese cuisine can be

Nearly two years after introducing contemporary Burmese cuisine to Singapore, Club Rangoon is entering a bold new chapter, one that looks beyond tradition to explore the exciting possibilities of Myanmar’s flavours through creativity, experimentation and modern techniques. Tucked away in Duxton, the restaurant has built a reputation for showcasing Burmese cuisine in a way that feels fresh yet deeply rooted in heritage. Now, Executive Chef … Continue reading Food: Club Rangoon redefines what Burmese cuisine can be

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hotels, Restaurant

Hotels & Holidays: Sora Phnom Penh’s New ‘Build & Sip’ Cocktail Menu Turns Childhood Nostalgia into an Elevated Drinking Experience

Discover Build & Sip, Sora Phnom Penh’s imaginative new cocktail menu inspired by iconic building bricks, featuring Cambodian ingredients, Japanese influences and award-winning mixology. PHNOM PENH, CAMBODIA – Some cocktails are simply mixed. Others are carefully constructed. At Sora, the award-winning rooftop bar perched atop Rosewood Phnom Penh, every drink on its newest menu is built with the same precision and imagination as a piece … Continue reading Hotels & Holidays: Sora Phnom Penh’s New ‘Build & Sip’ Cocktail Menu Turns Childhood Nostalgia into an Elevated Drinking Experience

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Hotels & Holidays: Rosewood Phnom Penh Welcomes Andrew Moore as Managing Director, Signalling a New Era for Cambodia’s Luxury Hospitality Scene

Rosewood Phnom Penh welcomes acclaimed hotelier Andrew Moore as Managing Director, ushering in a new chapter for one of Cambodia’s most prestigious luxury hotels. One of Cambodia’s most prestigious luxury hotels is entering an exciting new chapter. Rosewood Phnom Penh has announced the appointment of Andrew Moore as its new Managing Director, bringing more than two decades of international luxury hospitality experience to one of … Continue reading Hotels & Holidays: Rosewood Phnom Penh Welcomes Andrew Moore as Managing Director, Signalling a New Era for Cambodia’s Luxury Hospitality Scene

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basketball, News, Sports

Sports: Seika Girls’ High School and Kyungbock High School Crowned Champions at NBA Rising Stars Invitational

The curtain came down on the second NBA Rising Stars Invitational on Sunday as Japan’s Seika Girls’ High School and South Korea’s Kyungbock High School were crowned champions after an unforgettable week of international school basketball at Singapore’s OCBC Arena. Across five days of competition, teams from around the Asia-Pacific region showcased not only their basketball talent but also the spirit of sportsmanship, cultural exchange … Continue reading Sports: Seika Girls’ High School and Kyungbock High School Crowned Champions at NBA Rising Stars Invitational

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Sports: Championship Matchups Set After Dramatic Day 4 at NBA Rising Stars Invitational

The stage is officially set for Championship Sunday after an exciting day of semi-final action at the NBA Rising Stars Invitational, where four deserving finalists emerged from a series of high-quality contests at the OCBC Arena. Japan, Taiwan and South Korea will all be represented in the title games after Seika Girls’ High School, Yang Ming Girls High School, Kyungbock High School and Tottori Johoku … Continue reading Sports: Championship Matchups Set After Dramatic Day 4 at NBA Rising Stars Invitational

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