Chasing cherry blossom
We have just got back from a trip to Japan, the main purpose of which was skiing in Niseko. Being a Type A personality though, I wanted to squeeze as much as… Read More
A day at the races: Cheltenham Festival 2015
If there was ever an antidote to Singapore city living and tropical heat, this is probably it. Cheltenham Festival is not a music festival or a weekend of jazz; nope, The Festival is… Read More
Nille’s famous mustard & dill sauce
After a stroll to the water’s edge, just as the sun was sinking yesterday evening, we turned for home and made dinner. Without further a-do, here is the recipe for a traditional Swedish… Read More
Sweden: sky, supermarkets and sandy beaches
I am writing this post from a windswept but beautiful coastal town of Simrishamn in Sweden. It feels like a deliciously random place to be and is surprisingly beautiful, even this early in… Read More
Detox your hair
Just when you thought there couldn’t be another type of detox. Here it is. The next healthy living project, staring you in the face. As my regular readers will know, I am… Read More
Sun protection isn’t just suncream
I am very proud to be supporting my friend Fiona Argyle in her quest to save our skins. Global Babe was born in Singapore by formally launched a year ago from her little stall… Read More
Changmoh Stays: LLoyd’s Inn
Its not often I am asked on a staycation by anyone other than Mr Changmoh, (and even that’s a rarity) so when Lloyd’s Inn asked me to come and road test their sleek, chic… Read More





















