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The Quintessential Travel Checklist – Things to Take Note Of Before You Pack Your Bags and Go

July 19, 2017 by Bino Leave a Comment

Can’t wait to set out on your next adventure? Your trip can be even more pleasurable if you take care of a few things before you travel. It always helps to plan your trip and know a little about the country you’re visiting. Packing a few key items, like travel document copies or a medicine bag, can ease your mind off some future worries . This travel checklist is useful for that final check-up before you leave home. While you can still buy a new charger or download a map after you’ve arrived, some things are better handled before you leave the door.

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Club Jetstar – Should You Sign Up For Jetstar’s Revamped Membership Programme?

July 19, 2017 by Bino Leave a Comment

Jetstar has just revamped their membership programme – Club Jetstar – yesterday. While the programme does not allow you to earn points, members get to enjoy exclusive member fares, early access to the biggest sale events as well as 20% discount on baggage and seat selection.

The membership programme does not come free. There is a $48 joining fee. On top of that, there is an annual membership fee of $49 which Jetstar is waiving for the first year.

So is the programme worth it? Let’s take a closer look by breaking down the key benefits:

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Tono Cevicheria – Fantastic Peruvian Food at DUO (Bugis)

July 17, 2017 by Bino Leave a Comment

I had my first taste of Peruvian food more than a decade ago as a student in San Francisco. Having returned to Asia since then, I could not really find a Peruvian venue that was as compelling. That is, until Tono Cevicheria came along in Duo near Bugis. Conceived by Chef Daniel Chavez who also owns Ola Cocina del Mar in Marina Bay Financial Centre, Tono is quite possibly the only full-fledge Peruvian restaurant in Singapore today. While it is touted as a “cevicheria,” it does not mean they serve only ceviche. On the contrary, there are varying dishes – from small plates to meatier mains. I was recently invited to Tono to check out the food and I must say it ticked off my checklist for authentic Peruvian cuisine.

We started off with the iconic dish – ceviche. In Tono, the dishes are reflective of the various nationalities living in Peru. Some dishes come with Japanese nuances which they call “Nikkei”, owing to the large Japanese community there while there is also “Chifa,” another category which carries plenty of Chinese influences.

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The Perfect 1-Week Itinerary For Bhutan

July 15, 2017 by Bino 3 Comments

It has been nearly 7 years since I first ventured into the little known thunder dragon kingdom of Bhutan on a fateful morning from Bangkok. This country – sandwiched between China and India – remains one of the least visited places in the world. It was a long time dream that brought me here and during my own experience going around the country, I would have to say that my fascination with Bhutan only grew. There is a strong sense of spirituality that permeates the land – one that is only accentuated by the scenery and the kindhearted nature of the locals. By the end of the trip, I was totally relaxed in a way that no private resort could ever impel me.

Bhutan is a highly mountainous country and a trip from one end to another could easily take weeks. The classic route which takes around a week brings you from Paro where most international flights land to as far as Punakha. This gives you a good overview of the country. Here are my suggestions on some attractions in Bhutan that you shouldn’t miss for a one week trip.

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One-Ninety Restaurant at Four Seasons Singapore – Middle Eastern Cuisine From Guest Chef Adnan Al Masri From Four Seasons Doha

July 11, 2017 by Bino Leave a Comment

From now until 28th July 2017, One Ninety Restaurant at Four Seasons Singapore has Chef Adnan Al Masri from Four Seasons Doha preparing a delectable selection of home style food, clay pot dishes and grilled meats.

The dishes are all inspired from the countryside of Damascus in Syria where Chef Adnan comes from. He is also heavily inspired by his mother’s cooking of traditional Arabic food, one which uses a variety of ingredients such as olives, mint, yoghurt and many other types of condiments and vegetables.

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Straits Kitchen Buffet at Grand Hyatt Singapore

July 4, 2017 by Bino Leave a Comment

Straits Kitchen at Grand Hyatt Singapore occupies a special place where hotel buffets are concerned. In a country with a fast-changing f&b landscape, this restaurant’s hugely popular buffet has kept itself relevant for more than a decade – a rarity when it comes to the Lion City. Not only does it attract locals looking to savor spicy hawker-style dishes all in one roof, it has also become the de facto venue for tourists looking to sample Singapore food without having to brave the food courts. Even the renowned travel guide, Lonely Planet, cites it as one of the recommended places to eat in Singapore.

Personally, Straits Kitchen is one of my favorite hotel buffets in Singapore. You might not find freshly shucked oysters here or lobsters – and that is not what this buffet is about either – but I’ve always thought the offering left little in terms of fillers. There are just so many specialties here in this halal buffet – from the delectable soya sauce chicken to the flavorful Indian dishes down to my favorite muah chee for desserts. The venue is definitely one I always look forward to visiting.

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6 Reasons to Stay at the St. Regis Kuala Lumpur

July 2, 2017 by Bino Leave a Comment

When it comes to Kuala Lumpur hotels, none can probably top the grandeur of the St. Regis Kuala Lumpur. I stayed in the property a couple of months back during a short trip to KL and it remains to this day one of my most memorable hotel stays ever. Here’s why:

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NEW Ginger – Buffet Restaurant at Parkroyal on Beach Road

June 29, 2017 by Bino 1 Comment

Ginger is the name of the new restaurant occupying what was once Plaza Brasserie in Parkroyal on Beach Road. The all-dining restaurant now carries a new name, a fresh look and more importantly a refreshed menu thanks to its new chef, Andy Oh who used to be at 10 at Claymore in Pan Pacific Orchard.

True to its name, the rebranded dining concept specializes on local cuisine and the inaugural buffet theme is dubbed “Flavours of the East” with an emphasis on crustaceans. I was invited to visit Ginger on its opening day on the 27th of June and found it to be a rather pleasant change to what Plaza Brasserie offered previously.

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