F.A.I.T.H.

Popular Entertainment Reviews by Plugged In Online

2011-08-31T01:59:00.004+08:00

www.pluggedin.com

Shining a light on the world of popular entertainment, Plugged In Online reviews movies, music, TV, games and more.

Plugged In Online is a Focus on the Family publication designed to shine a light on the world of popular entertainment while giving families the essential tools they need to understand, navigate and impact the culture in which they live. Each month, Plugged In Online is visited about 1 million times by people looking for detailed information about what's really in popular movies, videos, TV episodes, songs and games.

Entertainment industry ratings only tell you so much. Plugged In Online go deeper, diving into specific content and the meaning behind it. This award-winning website also offers articles and commentary (Up Front), news (Culture Clips), polls, blogs, podcasts and hands-on parenting tools (Family Room).

Available also as a FREE iphone App--handy when you want to borrow a new video, but not quite sure if its appropriate for the kids.. check for information on: a summary of the film, the positive elements, the spiritual content of the film, sexual content, violent content, crude or profane language, drug and alcohol content, other negative elements, and check out detailed and well-regarded reviewers opinion. A great resource for conscientious families...Try it today.

Meat Shops for Home Delivery

2011-08-19T23:53:00.002+08:00

The Butcher

The Butcher consists of a team of international and local butchers who can prepare your meat to your liking as well as provide you with expert advice on the best cuts of meat, cooking instructions and recipe ideas. Delivers Mondays-Saturdays, with certain times, above $100 is free delivery. You may also call: 6472-0073 or visit their retail store at 44 Jalan Merah Saga #01-50 Singapore 278116

www.thebutcher.com.sg/

Mmmm Meats Marinates and More
a company specializing in meat importation, cutting and distribution around Singapore. Great prices on meats and bacon. They have a large Coldroom facility land Factory Outlet at BH Fresh Food Pte Ltd No. 6, Chin Bee Crescent, Singapore 619892. Retail operating hour: 9am - 5pm - Open from Mon to Sat, closed on Sundays and Public Holidays. Retail outlets in also in Novena Square and West Coast Plaza.
www.mmmm.com.sg/

Meatmen
Meat Shop that sells air-flown chilled and frozen meat to restaurants in Singapore. If you buy over 80.00 he will deliver to your house! The prices (and the quality) are great. Also has frozen seafood, Frozen Vegetables, Dairy Items, Olive oils and others. Contact Ken at 9665-8249.

Meat the Butcher
Meat the Butcher was started by a group of meat lovers for meat lovers. Air-flown fresh from the source, not frozen. Meats, Sausages, Cheeses with Roasting services too. Free home delivery is available with a minimum purchase of $150. $20 surcharge for purchases below. 615 Bukit Timah Road
Singapore 269716 . Tel No: 6465 1651
www.meatthebutcher.com.sg/.

Espiritu Santo Gourmet and Butchery

Available cooked and fresh meats. welcome any requests from our customers on how they like your meats done. Retail outlets also at Parkway Parade and Great World City--call 64408867 or 62565070 ; Delivery Prices - $100 and above, free of charge; $15 if below that amount.
www.espiritosantobutchery.com.sg/

Swiss Butchery
Gourmet meat shop with a wide array of products. For beef alone, they carry six different varieties. Different types of sausages. A one-stop shop, offering a wide range of products such as cheeses and condiments. Other items include soups, stocks, sauces, fresh vegetables and fruits, pastas, baked and frozen breads, wines, beers and juices. Retail outlets at Greenwood (Tel: 6468-7588), Tanglin Road (Tel: 6235 8080) and Coronation Plaza (Tel: 6463 8080). Call and will deliver orders with no extra charge for orders above $75.
www.swiss-butchery.com.sg

More Ways for Taxi Booking in SG

2011-08-11T10:31:00.005+08:00

Comfort DelGro & CityCab
(blue or yellow taxi's)

SMS-A-Cab: 71222

ComfortDelGro's hassle-free SMS taxi booking service enables you to book a taxi via SMS any time from any location. Simply text "BookPostal Code#Pick-up point or BookBuilding Name#Pick-up point" to 71222.
The prevailing current booking fee is applicable for this service. Normal SMS charges apply.

iPhone* Taxi Booking
Fancy a free application for your iPhone that enables you to book a ComfortDelGro taxi? No calls nor SMSes needed. All you need is to download the "ComfortDelGro Taxi Booking" app that will allow iPhones users to bypass call agents when making taxi bookings. Available on iTunes App Store for free. iPhone users can choose to use the app without registering. Registered users can log into the app to retrieve their last three bookings and book from any of them without having to re-enter the pick-up addresses.
*Applicable for iPhone running on iOS 4.0 and above

Android Phone Taxi Booking

The "ComfortDelGro Taxi Booking" app is now available for Android smartphones*. Simply download the free app from the Android Market and you can bypass call agents when you book a ComfortDelGro taxi. Users can use the app without registering. Registered users have the option to log into the app to retrieve their last three bookings and book from any of them without having to re-enter the pick-up addresses.

*Applicable for smartphone models running on Google's Android operating system version 1.6 and above

Source: http://www.cdgtaxi.com.sg/commuters_services_booking.mvn?cid=139283

New Apps for Hailing Taxi Cabs in Singapore

2011-08-10T01:20:00.004+08:00

Taxi Booking Services
iPhone: Book a Taxi

A few taps on your iPhone will be all it takes to book a taxi with the SMRT taxi booking app. Avoid busy phone lines and skip long taxi queues – all with this app.

It can even detect your location automatically, allowing your booking details to be confirmed conveniently, without the need to interface with a call agent. For easy bookings in future, you can add frequent pick-up addresses as "Favourites", or simply re-book from a record of past booking addresses.

Booking details such as taxi vehicle number and estimated arrival time will be sent via SMS.

Download in these few easy steps today
1. Open the App Store application on your iPhone. You may have to enter your iTunes password
2. Type "SMRT Taxis" on the search tab
3. Tap on "SMRT Book a Taxi" in the search results
4. Tap to install.

- - -

SMS-A-TAXI: 75588Enjoy convenience. Book an SMRT taxi at any time and from any location in Singapore via SMS. No signing up of account is needed.
For current booking, simply send the following to 75588:
BookPostal code#Pickup Point
For advance booking, simply send the following to 75588:
AdvBookPostal code#Pickup point#Pickup time(24 hour format)Pickup date
All prevailing current and advance booking fees are applicable for this service. Normal SMS charges apply.
Click here for more SMS booking methods and functions
Normal SMS charges apply for this service.
XpressCab: 6363 6868This service is available at selected commercial buildings, residences and hospitals. It gets you a taxi in 2 easy steps:
Step 1 - Call 6363 6868
Step 2 - Enter location number as stated on the XpressCab sign
Hotline: 6555 8888

Source: http://www.smrt.com.sg/taxis/taxis.asp

A Helpful Article on Moving and Transitions

2011-05-10T15:32:00.000+08:00

R.A.F.T.

"We are all in the same boat in a stormy sea and we owe each other a terrible loyalty."
- G.K. Chesterton

Transition never occurs in a vacuum. It involves people at every turn. Part of transitioning well means being mindful of the process involved in saying good-bye. If we give ourselves the time and space to say good-bye well we are freer at our destination to say hello with our whole hearts.

RAFT is an acrostic denoting a pre-departure process developed by the late Dave Pollock, founder of Interaction International. It is useful to begin the RAFT process up to 6 months before leaving.

R- RECONCILIATION- Begin building your raft by asking yourself if you have any relationships that need mending. Is there any unfinished business between you and someone you are in relationship with? This is the time to give and receive forgiveness. Bitterness and regret stemming from lack of closure and resolution inhibit good grief and adjustment to a new location. Mend your fences!!

A- AFFIRMATION- This is the time to thank the people who have been involved in your life. Affirm the relationships you have made and what they have meant to you. Take the time to tell people what you have learned from them and how grateful you are for them. Try to leave as little unsaid as possible when you leave a place.

F- FAREWELLS- Say good-byes to people, places, pets and possessions that have mattered to you. Take lots of pictures. Take the time to say culturally appropriate good-byes. Some cultures require a lengthy departure process. Particularly difficult farewells are the ones that are generally rushed or put off, plan ahead and give the farewell its due.

T- THINK DESTINATION- Think and dream about where you are going and what it will be like. Be very honest about the expectations you have for the people and situations that you are going to. Be honest with yourself about how you feel about this transition. Think ahead to what scares you or excites you about where you are going. Research the realities of your destination. If at all possible, put concrete plans in place.

http://theirrationalseason.blogspot.com/2008/04/raft.html

Kingdom Creation Bags on the Web!

2011-03-16T15:58:00.002+08:00

Interested in viewing the wonderful bag designs of Kingdom Creations? Get to know more about the products and their sale days here in Singapore.

Click on http://kingdomcreations-singapore.blogspot.com to obtain more info on this charitable organization that creates these beautiful bags thats truly a keepsake!

popular Kristi bag in purple print

in blue print

Framing Services

2011-03-07T10:33:00.004+08:00

Sino Trading & Frame Works
Blk. 450, #01-281, Clementi Ave. 3
Clementi Town Centre, SG 120450
Tel: 6777-1188 / 6777-8000

"Specializes in picture frame, glass merchant and colour photo processing. Mounting and selling of Chinese painting."

This framing shop is near the stairs up to the Clementi MRT, just along from the Fair Price. The prices are reasonable and they offer good advice as to what frame will suit your picture. Sell certificate frames also.

Good Nail Salon

2011-03-07T10:29:00.006+08:00

Jas-Indulge Nail Spa and Cafe
154 West Coast Rd #02-22,
West Coast Plaza
Tel: 6266-2666
http://www.jasindulge.com.sg/

Open daily incl Sunday and PH 10:30am-9pm.
Nice atmosphere and friendly staff.

Pedicure is $36 or can buy a package for $288 for 10 visits making it $28.80 each visit. Manicure is $26. Package of 2 mani & 2 pedi is $108.

Italian Food, Japanese style

2011-02-28T16:11:00.001+08:00

Address: 177 River Valley Road,
#02-22 Liang Court Shopping Centre,
Singapore 179030

Tel: +65 6337 9001

Located at at Liang Court, where the biggest Japanese supermarket (Meidi-Ya) in Singapore is located, Saizeriya is a part of the Japan grown chain of family-friendly italian restaurants. They have a wide array of pasta selections, pizza, gratins and even escargots.(!) Free-flow of drinks is offered. Has decent food at affordable prices. Worth a try if you're in the area with your kids and have a hankering for quick italian fare.

International Baptist Church

2011-02-23T17:31:00.002+08:00

The International Baptist Church is a very unique expression of the body of Christ, The vast majority of churches reflect one nationality, culture, or ethnicity, but in a refreshing contrast IBC is composed of believers from 48 different nations.

Address: 81 King's Road, Singapore 266358
(near Empress Market in Farrer Road)
email: enquiries@ibcs.org
Tel No: +65 64664911
http://www.ibcs.org/

SUNDAY SERVICES
English -- Level 2, Worship Centre
8:00 AM
9:30 AM
11:00 AM

Filipino
IBC Level 2, Worship Centre -- 2.00 PM
YWCA(Orchard Road Fellowship) -- 10:00 AM

Indonesian -- Room B2-05
11.00 AM

Chinese (华语) -- Level 2, Welcome Centre
1:00 PM

SUNDAY SCHOOL
English
9:30 AM
11:00 AM

Filipino (Tagalog)
IBC -- 1:00 PM
YWCA(Orchard Road Fellowship) -- 9:00 AM & 12:00 noon

Indonesian Sunday School
1:00 PM

Chinese (华语)
11:00 AM
2:30 PM

Children’s Program
AWANA -- 3.00 PM, Level 1
Children's Choir -- 5.00 PM, RM02-04

Pizza, Pasta & Fast Food Delivery

2011-02-17T02:37:00.012+08:00

Sarpino's Pizzeria
Tel: 6262-6767
Many outlets in Singapore, dial this hotline for the number of your closest outlet.
Free delivery if order over $20
http://www.sarpinos.com.sg/

Rocky's Pizza + Pasta
Blk 106 Clementi St 12 (Sunset Way) #01-60
Delivery number: 6468-9188
Open 11am - 10:30pm
http://www.rockyspizza.com.sg/

McDonald's Delivery
24 hours a day (Breakfast from 4am if you have jet lag!)
6777-3777
$3 delivery charge
http://www.mcdonalds.com.sg/

Dresmakers & Clothing Alterations

2011-02-17T00:49:00.000+08:00

128 Clothing Alteration
Blk 726 Clementi West Market Square #01-128
Pik Yee HP: 9339-2313
Speaks English, sews well.

Connie at the Market
Blk 726 Clementi West Market Square #01-121
Connie HP: 8349-5695
Speaks English, sews well.

Transportation Helps

2011-02-08T14:28:00.001+08:00

EZ LINK CARDS – these cards can be used on buses and trains to pay for fares. You can purchase the cards at any bus interchange or MRT Station. There is a $5 non refundable fee for the card and you must purchase $10 minimum at first. Then you may “top up” the cards at the bus or train stations or AXN machines using your NETS card or cash.

TAXI phone numbers:
Comfort and City Cab - 6552-1111
SMRT Taxi - 6555-8888

Going somewhere?

Try gothere.sg -- an innovative online map developed for Singapore.

Get directions going from one place to another via car, bus, mrt, taxi or a combination of public transportation. It also gives the approximate distance, time & fare, together with ERPs and peak hour surcharges. What's more, it also has a street view to let you glimpse exactly what to see and expect! The interface is slick and very user-friendly. Go and try lah, can?

www.gothere.sg

Common Sense Media - a site for parents

2011-01-20T15:52:00.003+08:00

Common Sense Media

www.commonsensemedia.org

One of the best resources for parents in this media saturated era is Common Sense Media. I use it mostly to look up what's been written about specific movies the kids want to see. It often has good discussion questions as part of the evaluations. I've relied on it as a quick and reliable reference for years - Kimberly Creasman

Kitchen Mart

2010-10-30T02:20:00.001+08:00

Need to spice up your kitchen? Visit the Kitchen Mart, as the PTF ladies have done so recently.

The ladies combing the aisles for good deals from the shop

Sells everything for kitchen: utensils, crockery, pots & pans, food equipment of all types. Paper goods, plastic, melamine, metal, china-ware. Very reasonable prices - cheaper than most other places.

Entrance of Shop

Kitchen Mart
105 Eunos Ave 3,
Eunos Industrial Estate,
SG 409836
Tel: 6746-9919

Mon-Sat 10am-7pm
Sun & PH 10am-5pm

Big Sale Furniture Warehouse

2010-10-30T02:14:00.000+08:00

Visited by the PTF ladies recently. Great prices for all kinds of furniture; teak, french, italian, Chinese Antique, outdoor. Furniture for living room, dining room, bedroom, study, patio. Big range. Can order.

Big Sale Furniture Showroom:
Block 51 Ubi Ave 1, #01-10,
Paya Ubi Industrial Park
SG 408933
Tel: 6466-8968
Open at weekends. During week by arrangement.

3 Storey-Indoor Playground for Kids in Jurong Area

2010-09-08T22:28:00.001+08:00

This 17,00ft sq. ft. playground, with over 3-storeys of play area also has one of the highest indoor spiral slides in Asia. They also have party rooms for birthday parties. Come and be a-mazed!

Kids Amaze
Safra Jurong
333 Boon Lay Way
Singapore 649848

Tel: 6686-4321

Clothing Alterations

2010-09-08T14:26:00.001+08:00

Really resonable.

Blk. 726 Clementi West
#01-121 (near Hawker's Area)
look for Connie : Tel: 8349-5695

Real Estate Agent

2010-09-08T14:24:00.000+08:00

REAL ESTATE AGENT

Wannie Michelmann (Realtor)
Cell: 9177 9879
Email: wannie.hsr@gmail.com

HSR International Realtors Pte Ltd
3 Toa Payoh Lorong 6 #01-01 Singapore 319378

Book your event tickets online!

2010-08-27T15:39:00.001+08:00

To find out what events are on in Singapore, have a look at www.sistic.com.sg for the latest happenings. Book online, or go to the nearest Sistic booth located at most major malls to claim your tickets.

In Singapore, SISTIC is the largest ticketing service provider selling tickets for a wide variety of arts, entertainment and sports events; through a ticket distribution network that extends beyond Singapore to countries such as Malaysia and Indonesia.

Personalized/Custom-Designed Balls

2010-06-21T19:29:00.000+08:00

Name Your Ball

Sells personalised balls - soccer, basketball, volleyballs etc. They print your child's or team's name onto the ball, as if it were a part of the logo. Very professionally done. $35 Great keepsake or gift.
Can check it out at www.nameyourball.net
Email: info@nameyourball.net
9691-9126 or 9338-6127

Party Supply Store near ICS/Clementi Market

2010-05-13T00:41:00.001+08:00

With over 42 branches islandwide, this party store which stocks all kinds of party favors, gifts, packaging, disposable partyware, plates, cups etc., has reasonable prices. One branch located nearby ICS (back of Clementi Market) has a well-stocked shop with interesting items for your next kids party

SKP (Party Store) - Clementi 722 Branch
Blk 722 Clementi West Street 2
#01-172
Tel No: 6776-7851

http://www.skp.com.sg/ (main site)
http://www.partyware.com.sg (party supplies)

Good Salon near ICS

2010-04-28T20:25:00.000+08:00

Need a good salon fix nearby school? There is one located beside the West Coast Community Center with a skilled hairstylist named Jamez. They also give a fabulous head massage while you have your shampoo.

Friend'Z Hair Studio
Blk 721 Clementi West St. 2
#01-120 Singapore, 120721
Tel #: 6778-5170
10:30am-8:00pm M-F
10:30am-6:30pm Sat, Sun & Pub. Holidays

International/Domestic Moving & Storage Company

2010-04-18T19:57:00.001+08:00

Zion Moving & Storage focuses on the provision of complete and personalized household and commercial moving services. Also offering unique services such as : Handyman; Temporary Maid Services, Exhibition; Events Logistics, Long and Short-term Warehousing Storage Services.

ZION MOVING & STORAGE PTE LTD
31 Toh Guan Road East #02-07
LW Techno Centre (S) 608608

Mr. Moses De Laure - Operations Manager
HP: 9487-6277
Tel: +65-6487 7657
Fax: +65-6775 3869
Email: sales@zionmoving.com
http://www.zionmoving.com

Crossroads International Church

2010-04-04T19:57:00.000+08:00

Breakfast With the Birdsat Jurong Bird Park

2010-03-30T17:57:00.000+08:00

Try "Breakfast with the Birds" at 9:15am to start your day at the park. Be there about 9am, buy any breakfast items from the "Bongo Burger" restaurant right by the front gate, and you get to go and sit at tables nearby and enjoy your own little bird show starting 9:15am. There is no other cost besides your breakfast (about $6 each or just buy coffee and juice) There is a clever macaw who talks and one who does tricks, you get to feed ducks...it is a fun way for kids to start a day with the birds. It lasts about 20 minutes. It gets really hot by midday so it is good to get going early like this, and the kids love this special show!

Jurong Bird Park

2 Jurong Hill

Singapore 628925

www.birdpark.com.sg

Tel: 6265 0022 or 6661 7856 to ask about the breakfast.

Quality Curtain Fabric Supplier

2010-03-12T03:01:00.000+08:00

For wholesale and retail as well...lovely fabrics choices abound.

Europa Interiors (S) Pte Ltd
3 Ubi Crescent
03-01 Yong Lee Building
SG 408558

Chua Kian San
Director

Just in case you didn't know...

2010-02-21T23:15:00.000+08:00

Pre-loved (Used) ICS Uniforms are available for purchase at the PTF Cottage. Have your pick, at very affordable prices. Contact Penny De Jongh by email pennydejongh.yahoo.co.nz for more info and purchase times.

School Supplies are available at the PTF year-round. A sales table is displayed at the canteen at certain times, usually Monday mornings (though at times, varies). Contact Kim Rohl by email at kimrohl@hotmail.com for schedules or appointments.

PTF Volunteer Shirts are available for purchase at the PTF Cottage for $20. Whether you're helping out in the bake sales, attending PATH or Bible Study, or just helping out in your kids class parties, this comfortable shirt is the perfect attire to match that loving servant heart of yours! Available at the PTF Cottage.

The ICS Cookbook is available for free for all new parents in ICS compliments of the PTF. If you haven't gotten yours yet, contact any PTF officer to secure your wonderful welcome gift. Contains a wide array of tried and tested delectable recipes from ICS parents, teachers and staff.

New US Fast Food Chains Here in SG

2010-02-12T23:06:00.001+08:00

They're here!

Domino's Pizza

Delivery Hotline: 6222-6333
3 Branches: Bukit Timah, Katong & Kovan Outlets
Operation Hours : 11am - 11pm
http://www.dominos.com.sg

Wendy's
(Hamburgers, Baconator, Chili con carne, Baked Potatoes, Salads, Frostee)
18 Raffles Quay,
Lau Pa Sat Festival Market
Nearest MRT: Raffles Place
Mon–Sun : 7.30am – 10pm

Applebee's
111 Somerset Road
#01-11/12 Tripleone Somerset S238164
Tel:6735 9671
Operating Hours: Fri to Sat: 11.00am – 12.00am
Sun to Thu: 11.00am – 10.00pm
Nearest MRT : Somerset

Watch Repair & Batteries

2010-02-12T22:42:00.000+08:00

Looking for watch repair and new batteries?

Come to this stall nearby school handled by a very pleasant man, obliging and charges reasonably.

Also sells electronic games.

Lee Seo Choon Electronic and Watches
Blk 726 Clementi West St 2
#01+103-104
Tel: 6778-8151
Every day 9am to 4pm. Closes 2pm Mondays.

Located at back of food court in Clementi Market opposite Jubilee Rd, side near temple.

MORE Chinatown Finds

2010-02-09T19:05:00.000+08:00

Delicious Bak Kwa (BBQ pork in squares) -
Fragrance Foodstuff Pte Ltf.,
205, 207 New bridge road.
Tel: 6327-1961

Specialist tea shop selling quality types of tea & tea pots.
Farquison (Tea) Pte ltd , South bridge Road.

The best egg tarts at:
Tong Heng
285 South Bridge Road.
Tel: 62233649.

Baking Equipment, Supplies, & Cookware Shops

2010-02-08T22:08:00.000+08:00

The PTF Ladies visited two good baking/cookware shops in Chinatown: large and very well-stocked, good prices but still need to be discerning. (If you can know the prices beforehand, it helps to know if you are getting a bargain or not)

LAU CHOY SENG
The Kitchen Professionals
No. 23/25, Temple Street, Singapore 058568
Tel: (65) 6223 5486, Fax: (65) 6224 6476
Website: www.lauchoyseng.com

SIA HUAT
A One-Stop Centre for all your Kitchen and Catering Needs
7,9 & 11 Temple Street, Singapore 058559
Tel: 6223 1732, Fax: 6224 2896
Website: www.siahuat.com

Chinatown Adventure

2010-02-08T19:13:00.000+08:00

Quoted as the "best chicken rice in Singapore". Tested by us, very good!

Tian Tian Chicken Rice,

Maxwell Food Centre

South Bridge Road

See other link here.

Try this, very good!

Oyster cake at

Fuzhou Oyster Cake

Maxwell Food Centre,

South Bridge Road.

Dried lotus leaves

Teck Soon Medical Hall

South Bridge Rd.

10 pc cost $2.30.

They go by weight.

New Entries in Penny's Saver Posts

2010-02-05T23:43:00.000+08:00

Have a look at the Penny's Saver Posts --updated with new entries!

Penny's Saver Posts -Up and Running!

2010-01-25T00:59:00.000+08:00

Hooray! Penny's Saver Posts is now an active link.

This is our internal posting site for classified ads* created as a service to the ICS community. It will be published monthly through the ICS-PTF blogsite: F.A.I.T.H. Resources.

If you're interested in posting an ad, send an email to icsptfsg@gmail.com, with subject: Penny's Saver Posts.
Important: Indicate your name, child's name & grade (for ICS parents/guardians) and your hp/contact number.

This free service is open to ICS students, parents, teachers & staff only.

Family Pizza Place

2010-01-16T17:35:00.000+08:00

Craving for an absolutely yummy wood-fired, thin-crust pizza? Try this pizzeria at the Greenwood neighborhood (off Dunearn Rd.) Our family loves going to this italian place, where even the simplest pizza satisfies. They also have pasta dishes and good desserts. The kids love doodling with the crayons on the tables while waiting. Though the location is somewhat inconvenient, and parking is limited (plenty of eateries nearby), it's worth going to. Reservations are recommended, otherwise plan to eat at odd times. It's open everyday from 12 noon to 12 midnight anyway.

Peperoni Pizzeria
6 Greenwood Avenue, Hillcrest Park
6465 6556

Italian Pastries...mamma mia!

2009-12-09T01:02:00.000+08:00

Traditional pastries, cakes and tarts made by an Italian pastry chef. Met the chef personally and tried a sample--loved it and bought on the spot. Next person tries another, does the same. Tastes so authentic, I grew up with 3 Italian bakeries on one block.

Perla's Pastry Boutique
Basement 2 - Food Hall
Takashimaya Dept. Store
Ngee Ann City, Orchard Rd. SG

also at:
7 Jalan Bingka,
Mayfair Park, Singapore
6462-2760
www.valentino.sg/pasticceria.html

Korean Restaurant in Chinatown

2009-12-09T00:45:00.000+08:00

Jang Won Korean Restaurant
#01-01, 44 Mosque Street S(59522)
Tel: 6532 6949

One of the few places we love--we've been going there for over 3 years.
- mom of 3 boys

Don't Get Lost in SG--Use gothere.sg

2009-11-23T18:30:00.000+08:00

Going somewhere? Try gothere.sg -- an innovative online map developed for Singapore. Get directions going from one place to another via car, bus, mrt, taxi or a combination of public transportation. It also gives the approximate distance, time & fare, together with ERPs and peak hour surcharges. What's more, it also has a street view to let you glimpse exactly what to see and expect! The interface is slick and very user-friendly. Go and try lah, can?

http://gothere.sg/

Wholesale Meat Shop and more...

2009-11-15T23:32:00.000+08:00

QB Food Trading
8 Chin Bee Crescent Jurong, Singapore 619893
Tel: 6261 6120

Supplier of wholesale meats (frozen/chilled beef: steaks, sausages, bacon, turkey, etc.) at very reasonable prices. Can also buy other food ingredients: cheeses, condiments, etc. Great for parties and barbeques.

Along this street are other food/meat suppliers (Mmmmm Meat Shop, Rudi's Foods). Worth exploring.

Ice Cream Parlor/Cafe

2009-11-14T02:13:00.000+08:00

The Daily Scoop

41 Sunset Way (CLOSED)

#01-04 Clementi Arcade SG 597071

Tel: 6463-3365

43 Jalan Merah Saga

#01-78 Chip Bee Gardens SG 278115

Tel: 6475-3128

www.thedailyscoop.com.sg

Art, Antiques, Furnitures, Home Decor

2009-11-14T02:06:00.000+08:00

Taylor B.
Fine Design Group
43 Keppel Road #03-01 Singapore 099418
Tel: 6225-7090 /HP: 8135-7565
Contact: Nicole Brandon
email: taylorbdesign@gmail.com
- Need to make an appointment to visit the showroom. Has good prices and very helpful staff. They also have Interior Design Consultancy.

Reasonably-priced Eyewear/Spectacles

2009-11-09T23:57:00.000+08:00

Vision Eyewear
*Block 284 Bishan St 22
#01-203 Tel: 64522615

*144 Upper Bukit Timah Road
#01-38 Beauty World Centre
Tel: 62197216

The cheapest eyeglasses sold here are $41 per pair: $1 for frame and $40 for multi- coated lenses. You can also choose better lenses but at a higher price. Another optical shop is Nanyang Optics which has a lot of branches. Their multi-coated lens with frames cost around $78.

Affordable US Brand Name Clothing

2009-11-03T17:35:00.001+08:00

"Song & Song" is a factory seconds apparel store chain that carries American brand name clothes such as Old navy, Cold Water Creek, the Gap, Abercombie, crocs, etc.

They have men's, women's and children's wear that are very affordable. Western sizes are available also. At most outlets, there is no dressing room so you have to try on the clothes on top of your clothes. They have various locations, among them:

SONG & SONG Fashion Retailer
Lucky Plaza-Shop unit#01-056

304 Orchard Road

Singapore 238863.

(make a left at the entrance)

Holland Village
245A Holland Ave.

SG 278978

You Gotta try the Chicken Rice!

2009-11-01T01:42:00.001+08:00

This is one of Singapore's unoffical national dish. Whether Roasted (popular with kids) or Steamed (for the health-conscious), this aromatic chicken and rice dish is found in nearly every kopitiam (cafe) in town. Yet one has to try it from the following 'institutions' for the real "die-die-must-try" experience.

Wee Nam Kee Hainanese Chicken Rice
*roasted is best here..try also the dumpling soup*
275 Thomson Road
#01-05 Novena Ville
Opp Novena Church
Near Novena MRT
10am to 2am daily

Tian Tian Hainanese Chicken Rice Stall
*Anthony Bourdain gives it two thumbs up.*
Maxwell Road
#01-10 Maxwell Food Centre
11am - 8pm
(Closed on Mon)

Pediatric Dentist

2009-10-30T13:02:00.000+08:00

Taking the kids to the dentist need not be a dreadful affair. Here's one lady dentist whose expertise is handling the little ones and keeping their teeth healthy & clean. Say cheese!

Dr. Ong Yean Sze
Smile Focus Family Dentistry
1 Orchard Blvd. #14-02 Camden Medical Center
6834-0877
www.smilefocus.com.sg

Pottery, Ceramics, Blue & White China

2009-10-27T00:00:00.009+08:00

The ICS PTF recently organized an excursion to visit two industries dedicated to the craft of pottery, ceramics, porcelain and blue & white China.

A wide array of wares like plates, tea sets, vases, jars, ceramic figurines, various home decors and chinoiserie were available at very reasonable prices. Great for the home and as souvenir gifts. Located quite far out but truly worth the visit!

Thow Kwang Pottery Jungle
85 Lorong Tawas (off Jalan Bahar) Singapore 639823
(watch out for the left turn towards the minor road)
Tel: 6265-5808/6268-6121
http://www.tkpotteryjungle.com/

Kim Thye Lee Trading Co. [CLOSED]
Blk. 3014A, Ubi Road 1, #04-05 Singapore 408703
Tel: 6276-6617

Din Tai Fung (Chinese dumpling restaurant)

2009-09-12T19:50:00.000+08:00

By far the best dumplings I've ever had! Location I like best is in Paragon on Orchard Road. Other locations include Bishan Junction 8, Tampines Mall, Wisma Atria, and Raffles City. No reservations taken.

Playtime...Playgrounds

2009-09-05T01:02:00.000+08:00

An indoor playground that's just the right size for the little ones. Can also reserve whole place for birthday parties.

Atlantis City
Delta Sports Complex
off Alexandra Rd
Phone: 6479-9709
www.playtime-rereations.com

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Shelford Road Playground
*lots of shade, baby swings, picnics

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Singapore's largest indoor soft play structure for children from 0-10 years, with dedicated baby and toddler play areas and a cafe for parents. Good for kids parties.

Fidgets
200 Turf Club Road #04-05
Turf City SG 287994
6469-5069
www.fidgets.com.sg

Another indoor playground for kids that's also a popular party venue. Also has a cafe & nail salon that cater to moms needing a break.

Go Go Bambini
Blk 8 Dempsey Road, #01-15, Tanglin Village
Singapore 247696
www.gogobambini.com

Haircut, Nails & Beauty Salons

2009-09-03T23:37:00.000+08:00

Hair, nails, beauty and the works!

Eden Salon
Cold Storage Jelita
293 Holland Road, #02-14
Phone: 6468-9889

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Le Reve Salon
The Central Mall
6 Eu Tong Sen Street #04-75
Phone: 6534-9108

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Little Red Dot
Joy Factory Kids Cut Club
Forum Mall
Orchard Road

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Pretticure
West Coast Plaza
154 West Coast Rd #02-19
Phone: 6560-0778

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Sabun Cabane
Tanglin Mall
163 Tanglin Road Unit 22 Level 3
Phone: 6235-2910

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Simply Nails
Holland Rd Shopping Center
211 Holland Ave #02-21
Phone: 6462-4565

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Western Salon
6 Clementi Road
(Intersection of Clementi & West Coast Rd)
6778-5786
$5 Cuts for Students, Good Haircut

Need TVs, Appliances, Electronics ??

2009-08-19T00:57:00.000+08:00

Audio House in Liang Court near Clark Quay has a nice selection and sales reps that are not too aggressive. You may be able to negotiate a better price at Sim Lim on Rocher Canal Rd, but beware the sales techniques. Funan on North Bridge Rd has a decent selection as well.

SKS Books Warehouse (Christian bookstore)

2009-08-12T19:53:00.000+08:00

Reminiscent of an American Christian bookstore. Has a huge & varied selection of not only books, but cards, gifts, dvds, cds and more. They also have tons of Bibles in different versions. Very helpful staff and a joy to shop. Located on Outram Rd. in Tan Boon Liat Bldg. (just right after Holiday Inn Hotel) ...looks like an HDB bldg., but actually many other shops. Take the elevator up to 9th floor. Happy browsing!

SKS Books Warehouse
315 Outram Rd. #09-03
Tan Boon Liat Bldg.
Singapore 169074
Tel#: 6227-9700
www.sksbooks.com

Baking Supply Store

2009-08-11T01:17:00.000+08:00

Well-established wholesale & retail baking ingredients supplier with various locations. Can buy bulk cheeses & nuts, butter & various ingredients for cooking/baking.

Phoon Huat & Co.
Holland Village
Blk 44, Jalan Merah Saga, #01-48
Chip Bee Garden, Singapore 278116
Tel: 6471 5250

Clementi Specialty Store
Blk 432, Clementi Avenue 3, #01-284
Singapore 120432
Tel: 67762429
www.phoonhuat.com

Clothing & Tailors

2009-08-10T22:27:00.000+08:00

Clancy Boutique Alteration Centre
Far East Plaza,
14 Scotts Rd #04-113,
Phone: 6738-6971

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Lim Meng Keng Dept. Store (ICS uniforms)
Holland Rd Shopping Center
211 Holland Ave #02-18
Phone: 6468-3655

Dentist

2009-08-10T22:01:00.000+08:00

Ang, Dr. Angeline & Assoc., Dental Surgeon
9 Penang Rd #07-02 Park Mall
Phone: 6338-3339

Electronics, Appliances & Cameras

2009-08-10T21:13:00.000+08:00

South Asia Computer,
Funan Digitalife Mall
109 North Bridge Rd #03-01/41
Phone: 6339-4495

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PC Pro Computer Services
Funan Digitalife Mall
109 North Bridge Rd #05-41
Phone: 6334-2298

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Audio House
Liang Court Shopping Centre
177 River Valley Rd #04-01/15
Phone: 6336-7177

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Cathay Photo
Marina Square
6 Raffles Boulevard #02-215 to 216
Marina Square, Singapore 039594
Tel:(65) 6339 6188
www.cathayphoto.com.sg

DOCTORS DIRECTORY

2009-08-09T23:00:00.000+08:00

Chia Yee Tien, Dr.
OB/GYN Practice
3 Mt. Elizabeth #13-13
Phone: 6235-2500

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Chua, Dr. Selina, OB/GYN
Women's Specialist Assoc.
3 Mt. Elizabeth #14-07/08
Phone: 6734-1689

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Fok, Dr. Harry,
Fok Plastic Surgery
3 Mt. Elizabeth #14-16
Phone: 6732-8682

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Koh, Dr. Adrian,
Balmoral Clinic
271 Bukit Timah Road
Phone: 6732-2033

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Wong, Dr. Joseph C.F.
Orchard Physiotherapy Centre
Orchard Building
1 Grange Road #10-07
Phone: 6737-1118

Fabric & Craft Materials

2009-08-09T01:17:00.000+08:00

Huge Arts & Crafts store similar to Michael's (US). Also has fabrics, party supplies and seasonal themed merchandise.

Spotlight
Plaza Singapura
68 Orchard Rd #05-11/19
Phone: 6733-9808
www.spotlight.com.sg

Interested in buying Ribbons by the spool?

Kin Soon Company
Arab Street

Party Supplies

2009-08-09T01:14:00.000+08:00

Chin Glap Soon Trading (Party Supplies)
Tekka Mall/The Verge
2 Serangoon Road #05-06/07/08
Phone: 6297-0075

Maid Agency

2009-08-06T00:52:00.000+08:00

Dans Service
Lucky Plaza
304 Orchard Road
Phone: 6887-3944

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Real Estate Agent

2009-08-06T00:51:00.000+08:00

Chandran V.R. (Realtor)
ReMax
Wintech Centre, 6 Ubi Rd 1 #05-08
Phone: 9487-0396

Italian Cuisine

2009-08-06T00:17:00.000+08:00

Fancy a special date with Italian Cuisine? Try These...

Da Paolo Il Giardino
Cluny Court
501 Bukit Timah Rd #01-05
Tel: 6463-9628

Ristorante Da Valentino's
11 Jalan Bingka SG 588892
(off Rifle Range Road)
Tel: 6462-0555

Donna Carmela
2 Greenwood Avenue
Hillcrest Park, Singapore, Singapore
Tel: 6463 4206
- or -
242 Pasir Panjang Road
Pasir Panjang Village
Tel: 6476 3242

Furniture, Rugs & Decors for the Home

2009-08-04T23:00:00.000+08:00

Rugs:

Haji Tawakal Trading

50 Arab Street

Phone: 6292-2340

Chinese Furniture:

Just Anthony

379 Upper Paya Lebar Rd

Phone: 6283-4722

Asian/Chinese Furniture, Decors & Handicrafts

Lim's Arts and Living

Holland Rd Shopping Centre #02-01

Phone: 6467-1300

Burmese Teakwood:

Maywell Lifestyles

Dempsey Rd Blk 6

Phone: 6472-0208/0705

Food & Restaurants

2009-08-03T23:29:00.000+08:00

Leong Sang Hong Kong Pastries
Chinatown
Sago Street

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Din Tai Fung (Dim Sum, Xiao Long Bao)
Paragon Orchard Rd #B1-03
Phone: 6836-8336

Art Installer

2009-08-03T00:45:00.000+08:00

Bestman Installation & Services
Henry Lim
Phone: 9841-1632

Ice Cream

2009-08-03T00:28:00.000+08:00

Try this Ice Cream shop that churns its own mixes with classic flavors and local concotions as Teh Tarik, Apple Crumble, Chendol flavors among many. Popular among local teens. Open till late.

Island Creamery
10 Jalan Serene
#01-03 Serene Centre
Tel: +65 6468 8859

Roti Prata

2009-08-03T00:23:00.000+08:00

A Singaporean Indian dish, Roti Prata is an all time local favourite fit for breakfast, lunch, dinner or supper! One can choose from an array of flavours – plain or with eggs and onions. For the more adventurous, it can also be served with cheese or ice-cream. *credit:visit singapore website

Jalan Kayu Prata Cafe

101 Thomson Road

#01-12/13 United Square

Tel: +65 9237 9005