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The Ties that Bind.
While Singapore Kopitiam blogger Jamie Yeo dreaded Chinese New Year as a child, she still sees this festive period as an invaluable time for stengthening family ties.
Don't persecute me but I find Chinese New Year (CNY) to be the single most depressing holiday since I was a kid. Some of my early childhood memories of the traditional holiday consist of being woken up early, forced into uncomfortable and itchy new dresses, and bundled into the sun-baked car. And then either we'd travel all over to relatives' homes in Singapore or worse, make the long trip to Batu Pahat, On our northbound journey, there was always one constant occurrence: Me (and my siblings)...
5 Christmas shopping hotspots
With Christmas just around the corner, Singapore Kopitiam blogger Jamie Yeo offers tips on the 5 best malls you can go to do your festive shopping.
I’ve just been to Brunei for a work trip. Did you know that almost all Bruneians do their shopping in Singapore? Most of them fly to Singapore at least once a month to get their retail therapy. Why? There’s only one mall in Brunei. ONE mall! I was appalled when I found that out! I mean, don’t get me wrong! I love Brunei. Its people are so warm and peace-loving. I love them so much I was inspired to write this blog all about shopping. This is going to all the good people of Brunei and...
5 Useful iPhone Applications
Singapore Kopitiam blogger--and part-time Apple evangelist--Jamie Yeo talks about her five favourite iPhone apps.
1. BuUuk If you are looking for food in Asia then BuUuk might be the right application for you. Reviews, recommendations and ratings for you from your peers. Several functions make this a great little app. Most notably, BuUuk actually pinpoints your location and with the information it then makes recommendations in the area you find yourself in at that point in time. This is especially handy if you find yourself in unfamiliar surroundings and in need of nourishment. The search function is also...
Singapore F1 2009: A Prelude
The Singapore Formula 1 2009 is just around the corner -- that means bright lights, big crowds and fast cars! Avid racing fan Jamie Yeo shares her experience attending the world's first ever Formula 1 night race in 2008.
The F1 Singapore Grand Prix beckons on the 27 September! Photo Caption: Getting sustenance at a café at the Esplanade right before the race. If you haven’t already purchased your tickets, I'd strongly advise you to. Forget about watching it from all angles on TV at home or at a bar. Get out there and experience the only night street race on the Formula One calendar. Oh, and forget about the exorbitantly priced pit grandstand tickets, which cost a fortune at over a thousand dollars each...
Meeting and Greeting the Stars
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The next time you travel, you might just find yourself in the midst of an international celebrity! The Singapore Changi Airport has established a novel way to welcome stars, especially music artistes, here in Singapore for an appearance or a concert. These meet-and-greet sessions are well thought-out mini events that take place in the departure lounge of Terminal 2 itself! Artistes are whisked to a refreshment area right after they land. They’re then led to a main stage area where a crowd...
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