HmletLife, renting apartments with a personal touch

One of the things that drew me to journalism was hearing and sharing people's stories. I've managed to find a way back to doing that with Hmlet... the stories have been touching, hilarious, and barf-worthy adorable.

This latest series I'm working on together with photographer Adam Tun-Aung, is a photo series about the "Humans of Hmlet." I am producing the Hmlet videos as well while I interview our members about their personal tales.

One trend I've noticed is their appreciation for the personal touch.  There was a distinct appreciation for folks like Zenos Schmickrath (co-founder) and Debbie Ang (sales) who gave apartment renting and sales a personal touch with their genuine concern. Hmlet has led to real friendships between our units. Here's a candid shot we did at the end of one of our shoots tonight at The Sail, where three of our members wanted to say something to Zenos after meeting each other through Hmlet...

Live Cooking Demo by Victoria Cheng: #Knorrthentic Farmer's Pop-Up

So, I did a live cooking demo at VivoCity last Saturday! Knorr challenged us to create a Mod-Sin recipe (Mod-Sin: Modern Singaporean, local food with a twist)... I hadn't tested out my recipe yet, so I was a bit nervous going in! 
Thanks to everyone who dropped by Knorrthentic Farmer's Market Pop-Up and gave me the thumbs up for the final dish.

I presented a Hainanese Pork Chop Pot Pie. Recipe will be up soon. Super fun cooking our own recipes live with Chef Shen Tan, Sharon Lam (Delishar: One woman's kitchen adventure), Chun Rong (@XLBCR), Joey Lee, and Diana Gale. 
Little Instastories snippets here.

So, I presented a Hainanese Pork Chop Pot Pie. Recipe will be up soon. Super fun cooking our own recipes live with Chef...
Posted by GASTRONOMMY on Saturday, October 15, 2016

Vlog review: JAAN by Chef Kirk Westaway

Cannon of Spring Lamb

Balsamic Roasted Black Figs with Tonka Bean Ice Cream

Here are the Snapchat snippets from lunch at JAAN by Chef Kirk Westaway. The restaurant was recently awarded 1-star by Michelin Guide Singapore and ranked 29th on Asia's 50 Best Restaurants 2016 (S. Pellegrino and Acqua Panna).

JAAN 
Level 70, Equinox Complex
Swissôtel The Stamford
2 Stamford Road
Singapore 178882
Contact: +65 6837 3322 or jaan.bookings@swissotel.com

images provided by JAAN

Detox Retreats: W Singapore at Sentosa Cove

#Detoxrepeatrepeat

We went to preview a weekend detox retreat at W Sentosa Cove! Starting with welcome cocktails on a catamaran, we had a buffet dinner with Seafood from the Heart, followed by more cocktails at Woo Bar's TGIF³ party. We bunked in suites, and woke up bright in the AM for Strala Yoga (Tara Stiles was around too!) and massages by the poolside. The weekend ended with a healthy but generous breakfast at W's Extreme WOW Suite; their presidential suite.

Seafood from the Heart, TGIF³ and the Strala Yoga session are W Sentosa staples. As for the welcome cocktail on the catamaran and breakfast at their Extreme WOW Suite, W Sentosa is able to create catered packages for those who are interested.

W Singapore Sentosa Cove
www.wsingaporesentosacove.com
Address: 21 Ocean Way, 098374

Set on the island of Sentosa, this lavish resort is 3.4 km from Resorts World Sentosa and 4.1 km from the Images of Singapore museum. 

Modern, tropical-inspired rooms feature mood lighting, floor-to-ceiling windows with island/ocean views, free WiFi, 40-inch TVs, Bose speakers and iPod docks. Upgraded rooms and suites add balconies/terraces (some with plunge pools and day beds) and more ornate furnishings. Dramatic suites also have lounges and whirlpool tubs, and 1 has a full kitchen.

Amenities include 2 restaurants, a cocktail bar and a lounge beside an outdoor pool with underwater speakers. There's also a spa, a gym and several stores.