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Guest post: The Apple Watch You Didn’t Think You Needed
Guest post: The Apple Watch You Didn’t Think You Needed

Benjamin Lee, a local writer, blogger and ad-man sometimes more affectionately known as “Mr Miyagi”, loves technology, and has written a review of the new Apple Watch Series 6. Read more about his scintillating take on Apple’s latest smart watch.

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Reviews, GearBenjamin "Mr Miyagi" LeeDecember 26, 2020watch, Apple, Apple watch, Apple watch series 6, smart watch, health, fitness, blood oxygen, activity tracking, gpsComment
Staycation review: Andaz Singapore hotel
Staycation review: Andaz Singapore hotel

We recently had a staycation at the Andaz Singapore hotel, and we thoroughly enjoyed it. Find out why, based on our personal experiences and insight. 

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Reviews, LifestyleShanmeiNovember 23, 2020Andaz Singaporehotel, staycation, holiday, pool, reviews, bathroom, shower, andaz, singapore Comment
Salt-baked Fish Recipe
Salt-baked Fish Recipe

Impress your friends and family with our recipe for salt-baked fish. The salt crust doesn’t flavour the fish, but insulates it so that you end up with delicately cooked, moist fish. Watch our step-by-step video or read our recipe for our salt crusted fish baked in the air fryer.

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FoodShanmeiNovember 7, 2020Guides, food, fish, salt, air fry, ovenComment
How to: Plan a holiday (Using TripIt and Google MyMaps)
How to: Plan a holiday (Using TripIt and Google MyMaps)

Planning a trip overseas is fun, but it can also get messy and even be a hassle. But it's possible to use free apps to neatly organise your travel plans. Here's a guide to how we planned a holiday using TripIt and Google MyMaps.

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Lifestyle, GuidesPhilip NgDecember 24, 2017holiday, TriptIt, MyMaps, smart nation, hotel, transport, accomodation, Guides, apps, travel Comment
Review: TripIt and Google MyMaps (apps/website)
Review: TripIt and Google MyMaps (apps/website)

TripIt helps you conveniently plan your holiday itinerary, while Google MyMaps lets you set out your travel plans visually on a map. We review TripIt and Google MyMaps to show you how you can travel smarter!

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Lifestyle, ReviewsPhilip NgDecember 18, 2017holiday, TriptIt, MyMaps, smart nation, hotel, transport, accomodation, Reviews, apps Comment
Food Review: Gu Thai Noodle Cafe
Food Review: Gu Thai Noodle Cafe

Good and cheap Thai food at an accessible location? We tried the boat noodles (a small bowl costs $1.90!) and Bah Mee (crab meat noodles) at Gu Thai Noodle Cafe. You can even get 1-for-1 for a main course if you have the Entertainer app! Read our review of this great supper location.

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Food, ReviewsPhilip NgDecember 8, 2017thai, noodles, crab, chilli, boat noodles, milk tea, ReviewsComment
Christmas gift idea: The easy umami kit (for $15)
Christmas gift idea: The easy umami kit (for $15)

Here's our gift to you, a creative gift idea that has a variable price for whatever budget you need! We created an "easy umami kit" for $15, consisting of delicious ready-to-eat components that taste even better combined!

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Lifestyle, GuidesPhilip NgDecember 4, 2017fish, present, rice, bonito, gift, japanese, spam, christmas, cheese, curry, GuidesComment
Food Review: Tokyo Milk Cheese Factory
Food Review: Tokyo Milk Cheese Factory

Tokyo Milk Cheese Factory, famous for their ever-popular Salt & Camembert Cookies, have opened a branch in Singapore. We tried their signature Cow Cow Sundae, consisting of soft serve ice cream, a Salt & Camembert Cookie and a slice of Milk Cheesecake. 

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Food, ReviewsPhilip NgNovember 29, 2017cheese, milk, biscuits, salt, camembert, tokyo, japanese, ice cream, cheesecake, dessert, ReviewsComment
Food review: B Burger
Food review: B Burger

We discovered a new fast food joint recently, but with burgers, milkshakes and many more sides that far surpass our local junk food scene. Read our review to find out why!

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Food, ReviewsPhilip NgNovember 26, 2017burgers, fries, soup, milkshakes, fast food, ReviewsComment
The Google Pixel 2 Review: The best smartphone experience?
The Google Pixel 2 Review: The best smartphone experience?

We review the Google Pixel 2, which we bought to use for at least 2 years, as ordinary people - who will use this as our only phone for a long period of time. Read on to see why we think it's the best Android (and possibly overall?) smart phone experience.

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Gear, ReviewsPhilip NgNovember 23, 2017google pixel 2, google, pixel, phone, Reviews, technology, gadget Comment
Review: Ikeda Spa's onsen and massage
Review: Ikeda Spa's onsen and massage

We enjoyed the onsen at Ikeda spa, as well as the signature Zen Candle Therapy massage. We emerged truly relaxed from the tranquil, Japanese ambience. Read our review to see why!

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Lifestyle, ReviewsPhilip NgNovember 21, 2017spa, ikeda spa, onsen, japanese, massage, relaxation, clarke quay, ReviewsComment
Food review: Bistro November
Food review: Bistro November

Bistro November is a unique, concept "pop up" restaurant that closes at the end of November 2017. We review their set menu brunch on 12 November 2017. The date is significant because they serve a different set meal everyday, according to the chef's fancy!

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Food, ReviewsPhilip NgNovember 14, 2017burrata, bistro november, barley, porridge, brunch, pomfret, fish, salad, squid, ReviewsComment
5 reasons why we love our typewriter
5 reasons why we love our typewriter

We recently started using our Royal Litton 203 typewriter, and found out that it's both practical and fun to use. Here's 5 reasons why we love our typewriter.

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Lifestyle, Guides, Most PopularPhilip NgNovember 8, 2017typewriter, crafts, typing, keyboard, mechanical, royal, GuidesComment
Food review: FATCAT Ice Cream Bar
Food review: FATCAT Ice Cream Bar

We ate Butter Beer and Butterscotch ice cream with charcoal waffles at FATCAT Ice cream bar, as well as a unique cold brew coffee that was steeped in strawberries and Valrhona chocolate. Read our review of their buttery delights!

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Food, ReviewsPhilip NgNovember 6, 2017ice cream, waffles, cold brew, coffee, butter beer, butterscotch, butter, ReviewsComment
Scrub, vacuum and mop the floor handsfree: the iRobot Scooba 390 review
Scrub, vacuum and mop the floor handsfree: the iRobot Scooba 390 review

That's right, you can scrub, vacuum and mop your floor entirely using a robot. With the iRobot Scooba 390, let a robot do your housework! Read our review here.

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Home, ReviewsPhilip NgOctober 31, 2017robot, mop, scrub, clean, housework, irobot scooba, gadget, vacuum, Reviews Comments
Welcome to our smart home Part 2: what makes a home smart?
Welcome to our smart home Part 2: what makes a home smart?

Welcome back to our smart home! We show you what makes a home "smart", whether through internet-connected devices or other ways to make life at home more fun and convenient.

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Home, Most Popular, GuidesPhilip NgOctober 30, 2017smart home, home automation, alexa, google home, siri, voice control, automated lights, automated blinds, smart nation, electronic door lock, remote control, Guides Comments
Food review: Pizzeria Mozza
Food review: Pizzeria Mozza

We ate at Pizzeria Mozza (run by Nancy Silverton, Mario Batali and Joe Bastianich) and review their tasty mussels al forno and fried pigs' ears, as well as their stunning buricotta, spanner crab and fennel sausage pizzas.

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Food, ReviewsPhilip NgOctober 25, 2017pizza, starters, duck leg, spanner crab, fennel sausage, buricotta, mussels, ReviewsComment
Food review: Non Entrée Desserts' Nasi Lemak
Food review: Non Entrée Desserts' Nasi Lemak

A sweet nasi lemak-inspired dessert? Sacrilegious? Read our review of Non Entrée Desserts's nasi lemak dessert that's both sweet and savoury!

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Food, ReviewsPhilip NgOctober 24, 2017nasi lemak, dessert, ice cream, mousse, pandan, ikan bilis, ReviewsComment
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