Colours, Sights & Patterns At Kampong Glam

In the 19th century, Kampong Glam was essentially an ethnic district with a strong Malay-Arab influence. It was a place where locals patronized for their Arab-Muslim traditional foodstuff and merchandise...

Immersive 4K HDR Viewing Experience With Sony Projectors

Sony’s latest innovative laser light source projector is High Dynamic Range (HDR) compatible with native 4K resolution, creating an amazling clear lifelike experience, as if you are there yourself…

Back 30 Years To Upper Serangoon Shopping Centre

Iconic along this stretch of road is the rectangular block of a nondescript beige-tiled building. The facade of this building is blocked by an overhead bridge. And this is the front entrance to a shopping centre - the Upper Serangoon Shopping Centre… (USSC).

Monti - Singapore's Longest Brunch Every Sunday

Enjoy brunch by the bay concept, complete with stunning views of the Marina Bay and its surroundings, and a fabulous menu and music programme to match at Monti…

Where Freemasons Convene

In 1886, the Masonic Club was established to support Singapore freemasonry. Guess who was the first Freemason in modern Singapore?

Parallels Desktop 14 - The Best of Windows & Mac Worlds

Parallels launched Parallels Desktop 14 - the latest version of the leading desktop virtualisation software that brings users the best of both Windows and Mac worlds. Parallels Desktop 14 brings significant storage savings, faster launch times, improved graphics and the latest versions of Parallels Toolbox for Windows or Mac. Through Parallels Desktop 14, customers now have access to more Windows features on Mac than ever before.


Parallels Desktop 14 also provides the following:
  • Improved performance. Up to 200% performance improvement on the iMac Pro® (audio and video encoding, AI, 3D modelling, cryptography and other complex math calculations workloads) thanks to AVX512 Intel Cannon Lake processor instructions set support.
  • Graphics Improvements. Parallels Desktop 14 now features improved OpenGL support for enhanced graphics, with notable improvements in SketchUp 2017/2018, CTVox, DIALux 8 and OriginLab.
  • macOS Mojave–Ready. Supports Dark Mode. Quick Look issued on Windows files now shows quick actions.


Parallels Desktop 14 for Mac, Parallels Desktop 14 for Mac Pro Edition and Parallels Desktop for Mac Business Edition are available for subscribers and upgraders from Parallels Desktop 12 and 13 (parallels.com/upgradepd14), as well as new customers, online at parallels.com/desktop and at local retail and online stores worldwide. Free 14-day full-featured trials are also available for download.

The recommended retail price (RRP) of Parallels Desktop 14 for Mac is US$79.99 for an annual subscription or US$99.99 for a perpetual license. Parallels Desktop for Mac Pro Edition and Business Edition are each available to new customers for US$99.99 per year. Parallels Desktop 12 and 13 perpetual license customers can upgrade to Parallels Desktop 14 for US$49.99, or upgrade to a Parallels Desktop for Mac Pro Edition subscription for US$49.99 per year. Parallels Desktop subscriptions include a complimentary concurrent subscription to Parallels Toolbox for Mac or Windows (parallels.com/toolbox), as well as Parallels Access® (parallels.com/access).

Stay connected with Parallels and its online communities. Like them on Facebook at facebook.com/parallelsinc, follow  on Twitter at twitter.com/parallelsmac and visit the blog at blog.parallels.com.



LG Signature - Products For That State-Of-The-Art Living Experience

Fusing sophisticated technology with contemporary minimalist style, LG SIGNATURE has shaped a state-of-the-art living experience, a nod to three tenets: design, function and performance. To complete the experience, LG SIGNATURE also launched premium services for its discerning customers, offering complimentary delivery and installation, home demonstration, annual product inspection and a priority hotline.  


The LG SIGNATURE OLED TV W8 features a breathtaking “wallpaper” design that blends into the wall, and looks like an open window into another world. Buoyed by the new α (Alpha) 9 processor, the W8 is able to achieve the highest picture quality yet with improved color performance, noise reduction and high frame rate support. The W8 also supports Dolby VisionTM and Atmos for a more cinematic home entertainment experience. 


The LG SIGNATURE Refrigerator offers a unique user experience, as its interior illuminates upon two knocks on the InstaView Door-in-DoorTM compartment. It also has an Auto Open Door feature, which activates when the user’s foot slides under the smart sensor detector. 


The LG SIGNATURE Washing Machine boasts a beautiful touch-enabled Quick Circle User Interface that is embedded in the glass door for a seamless look. Covered with a luxurious enamel coating, the surface of the washing machine is protected from from scratches and corrosion. Also, its Centum SystemTM technology reduces the tub’s vibrations, thereby reducing noise emission. 


Commanding attention is the LG SIGNATURE Air Purifier, which delivers a breathtaking visual experience of the air cleaning process through the Rain View Window. It is equipped with an exclusive LG SIGNATURE Black FilterTM System which can filter fine dust particles of up to PM1.0, and is reusable for up to 10 years.


An exclusive premium care for LG SIGNATURE customers has been launched. From today, customers who purchase LG SIGNATURE products will get to enjoy:
  1. Complimentary delivery and standard installation of LG SIGNATURE products
  2. Home demonstration on how to use LG SIGNATURE products
  3. Annual on-site product inspection for 3 years, where an LG personnel will check and ensure these innovations perform at optimal levels
  4. Priority LG SIGNATURE hotline at 6512-0575, where a team of professionals will attend to the service request within one working day 

In celebration of the new premium service, additional bonus rewards are included for LG SIGNATURE customers. With LG SIGNATURE purchase from 14 August to 13 November 2018, receive rewards such as a luxury hotel suite stay, or dine at Michelin-starred restaurants. Register at www.lgsignaturereg.com to enjoy the rewards.


For more information on LG SIGNATURE, visit www.lg.com/sg/lg-signature

Floral Garage - Affordable Personalized Bouquets To Your Doorstep

Floral Garage Singapore is one of the leading online florists in Singapore despite being only 4 years old! Their product offerings range from floral arrangements, hampers to party supplies. It began as a family partnership and has now grown into an established business.


Floral Garage provides bouquets suitable for any occasion - birthdays, anniversaries, weddings or just a way for you to show thanks to your loved ones. With the cheapest bouquet being only $17.90, it has a variety of attractive and budget-friendly options to gift your loved ones. They are reasonably priced compared to other florists who impose a hefty surcharge.


If you’re too busy or not sure which bouquet to decide on, you may choose their bestseller, the Freestyle Bouquet, whereby the florist designers will create a unique bouquet for you to suit the style you prefer, occasion, and recipient of the gift. If you are not into conventional bouquet, go for the Delightful Vegetables where you are able to cook and eat the bouquet after gifting your loved ones.

They also offer same day delivery - For $9.70, delivery would be between three timeslots from 10am- 2pm, 1:30pm-5pm, and 5pm-10pm. You may be wondering why they do not make their deliveries free? They believe in honesty and not passing off hidden costs in the product prices. The delivery fees go straight to their drivers. Additionally, the advantage of charging a separate delivery fee is so that you can be sure that you save this amount when you self-collect at their Upper Serangoon Shopping Centre store.

Talking about same day delivery, if you suddenly remembered that you have a date at 8pm and you do not have the time to find a physical flower shop nearby, no worries - Just place your order before 5pm and it will be delivered within their 5pm-10pm timeslot. For $25, they are also able to do delivery at a specific time.

Customization includes choosing even the choice of blooms
for that added brightness to cheer up someone's day...

Besides that, they have recently launched a subscription plan called Flowrendipity. This was created to make the experience of purchasing flowers a lot easier. You can plan ahead to get your flowers delivered, so that you won’t miss any special occasion. Plus, you would be able to save your money by getting extra cash credits as well as getting free delivery for the first few orders.

For the ultimate customized uniqueness, select a fun add-on. 
These include chocolates and adorable soft toys...

They are located at one of the most vintage shopping centre in Singapore at 756 Upper Serangoon Road, #03-34, Upper Serangoon Shopping Centre, Singapore 534626. Feel free to go down and choose and design your own bouquet on the spot. The opening hours are 10am to 6:30pm on weekdays, and 10am to 5pm on Saturday, and 10am to 1pm on Sundays and public holidays.

Feel free to get to know more about Floral Garage here: 

Amara Hotel - Funology SG53 Buffet & Durian Party


First, start off with appetizers and seafood galore...

Savour the main course with its wide spread of local and international delights...

Lighten up with some fruits and desserts, not to mention Haagen Daz ice cream...

Finally, end off with a selection of the finest Mao Shan Wang and Red Prawn durians - freshly opened by chefs right in front of you...


Available from 3 August to 9 August 2018, 6.30 pm to 10.00 pm at
  • SGD 88++ per adult
  • SGD 36++ per child (6 to 12 years old)
2 persons dine free for every 8 other paying guests. 
Plus:  Free flow of iced tea with a group booking of 53 adults to celebrate Singapore's 53rd birthday!


Old-school games and activities are available on the 3rd and 9th August.


For reservations and enquiries, call +65 6879-2607 or email Element.SG@amarahotels.com.