Think dishes like sashimi pizza and neon-blue spirulina tagliatelle. When speaking of Australia’s culinary capital, Melbourne is often the first city that comes to mind thanks to its established café culture and diverse dining experiences. But Sydney has had a…
Mar 28, 2019
Surprise! Taiping is the world’s third most sustainable city
The quaint and quiet Taiping is recognised as among the world’s most sustainable cities. Perak’s second-largest town, Taiping, is known for its lush greenery and serene lake. Despite the abundance of scenic spots, Taiping seldom makes the list of the…
Mar 27, 2019
Tokyo 2020 Olympics and Paralympics will have a sakura torch
Japan’s iconic cherry blossoms shape the torch for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The ephemeral cherry blossoms or ‘sakura’ will be blooming on the iconic torch for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Designed by Tokujin Yoshioka,…
Mar 20, 2019
The Dark Lord has risen at Universal Studios Hollywood
Muggles, beware! He Who Must Not Be Named is back! Those who lean towards the dark arts, do not be alarmed if the Dark Mark on your arm has started tingling. It is your Dark Lord calling out to you!…
Mar 20, 2019
6 Asian destinations beyond Japan to enjoy cherry blossoms
From China to Thailand, there are plenty of places to go to for the cherry blossom season. Cherry blossoms in Japan are a huge deal. It marks peak tourist season, all thronging in for hanami, the festival of cherry blossoms.…
Mar 19, 2019
Prada’s famed Marchesi 1824 bakery is coming to London’s Mayfair
The Prada Group sure knows how to entice the sweet-tooth as much as the next fashionista, alright. Gucci has the Gucci Osteria. Tiffany & Co. has the Blue Box Café. And in case you missed it, Prada has the Pasticceria…
Mar 18, 2019
Pablo Escobar’s former hideout is up for sale for US$15.9 million
The drug lord’s mansion was demolished in 1993, but the lot is now on the market, minus traces of cocaine and crime. If you are a fan of Narcos, this one might pique your interest! Described as a sprawling piece…
Mar 15, 2019
The top 10 beaches in the world for your dream tropical getaway
Two from the list are in Southeast Asia.
Mar 15, 2019
6 luxurious yoga retreats to find your zen
Stretch to the views of lush greenery at a plantation or while feeling the sea breeze from the deep, blue Aegean Sea, these places have them all. Every now and then, life tends to get too much due to hectic…
Mar 13, 2019
Marriott Bonvoy gives twice as much in its first global promotion
We did a double take when we saw this. Who does not like loyalty programmes that give back for each dollar spent, and this gives twice as much! We could not believe our ears when we heard about the “Double…