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LANDED HOME Transformation

An Australian expat family were lucky to find this fabulous landed property in Barker Road. They then enlisted the help of Arete Culture to make the most of the home's old-world charm - and the result is spectacular!

Giveaway Time

Here’s your chance to win a mattress, pillows, duvet sheet set and fitted sheet set from Heveya, worth over $6,000!

The Prettiest Villa In Sri Lanka

Just back from the beach on Sri Lanka's south coast, and newly opened to guests from Christmas 2022, is Braganza House. This picturesque villa was designed and built by CHLOE ELKERTON of design firm E&A Interiors in Singapore. Here, she explains how the project developed, from conception to construction, to the relaxing retreat for families and friends it is today.

5 Fitness Tips To Get You Back On Track

A month into your weight loss journey but already slipping? Committed to getting in shape but can't get started? Don't beat yourself up - there's still time to get back on track to crush those 2023 fitness goals. These tips from Ultimate Performance Singapore (U.P.) will help you get motivated and moving!

New Year, New Store!

When I attended the recent relaunch of White Ginger in Tanglin Mall, I loved the fabulous renovated space, the new collection of easybreezy resort wear and the fresh collaboration with Bowerbird Ceramics. Needless to say, I didn’t go home empty-handed! Creative Director EMMA FEMMINILE shares what’s new in-store.

Gifts of Love

Still seeking the ideal Valentine's Day gift? We've got your back! These jewellery pieces aren't only easy on the eye; they're brimming with diversity, personality and meaning. Pick something that resonates with your special someone - or, for the single ladies, shower yourself with the love you deserve!

Water Works

Here's how this expat stays active and inspired and the water workout. she credits for it.

Date Ideas for Valentine's Day

Scratching your head about the ideal date destination for Valentine's? Here are some of the EL team's personal picks for bars, along with restaurant recommendations and a few ideas for romantic picnic spots.

Recipe CORNER

Enjoy a romantic dinner at home this Valentine's Day!

A GARDEN PARTY..in School!

Join this month's Enchanted Garden Party at the Lakeside Campus of Canadian International School (CIS) and discover the school's brand new Kindergarten Wing and Outdoor Discovery Centre.

Calling All Romantics!

With Valentine's Day just around the corner, A Raft of Otters has everything you need for the ultimate lovefilled day with your significant other or \"galentine\"!

The Art of Unlearning

I like learning. Therefore, as soon as I got to Singapore, having three years off of work ahead, I signed up to some classes.

Keeping A breast of Changes

In the world of aesthetic plastic surgery, breast augmentation or enlargement continues to top the pops – followed closely by breast implant removal and then breast lift. We find out more about all of them from the three surgeons at AZATACA – Dr Terence Goh, Dr Christopher Chui and Dr Zulfikar Rasheed.

Flutter & Frame

Lashes and brows are having a major moment on centre stage – and they aren’t about to exit left anytime soon. I think the reason lush lashes and full eyebrows are so attractive is that they signal health. Only a vibrant, well-nutrified body will go to the trouble of maintaining a full, thick head of hair – let alone brows and lashes to frame, protect and beautify the eyes.

Farm Door in 36 Hours

Online grocers and grocery delivery options allow you to avoid lugging full bags of groceries from supermarket to home. And farmers' markets, while scarce in Singapore, give you the opportunity to hand-pick wonderful farm-fresh goods. Here, we find out more about a brand that combines both aspects of food shopping.

GREEK FEASTS

Greek cuisine is one of our favourites because of its strong focus on fresh ingredients and flavours. Try one of these three restaurants in Singapore for your souvlaki or tzatziki fix today!

Profile: A Latvian in Singapore

ALEKSANDRA KLINTS has lived in Singapore for three years with her husband Konrads, son Davids and family dog Sherlock.

Singapore's Social & Sports Clubs

Life in the buzzing metropolis of Singapore is fast-paced, so it's nice to have a social club to retreat to for relaxation. The following six great clubs offer sports, dining and recreational activities, and are places where you can feel at home away from home, do a spot of work, and make new friends along the way. We asked happy members to tell us why they love their club!

A Community Effort

In December, Dulwich College (Singapore) students, teachers and parents came together with the residents of the West Crest West Valley Residents’ Network to celebrate Christmas together as a community.

Time for Camp!

Overwhelmed by the choices for a five-day holiday camp for your child? These parents share why they chose different Camp Asia camps.

V - DAY AT Cluny!

This is the month for celebrating love of every kind, be it for family, friends or significant others. If you're on the hunt for a gift that comes from the heart, make a beeline for these Cluny Court stores.

Best for Bubs

Celebrity comedy duo Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard have a fresh, funny approach to life. And their baby products and personal care brand Hello Bello hits all the same notes – it offers a great range of affordable, eco-friendly, premium products, with a liberal dash of humour. Kids are fun, so their products should be too!

STREET TALK

An insider's guide to life in their 'hood

Fab Furniture for Kids

Children's bedrooms benefit from furniture that's cosy, safe, functional and fun. We asked a couple of Expat Living readers for their recommendations.

LIVING NEXT TO NATURE

MEENA HALCYON chats about her home choices in Singapore and what she loves about living here, and she shares some recommendations.

We're Turning 21!

Plenty of people move to Singapore and say they’ll be here for “a couple of years”, only for it to turn into five or eight or more. But, if you’ve been around since the first Expat Living magazine appeared on the shelves, then you really are a long-timer!

Choosing The Right Therapist

Whether you want to improve your relationship with your spouse, overcome long-time insecurities or need help coping with a loss or managing your stress levels, therapy can help. Although finding the right therapist may take some trial and error, it can be a worthy investment in your long-term mental health. Here, the team at SACAC Counselling offers some guidance in choosing the best fit for your needs.

Little Teeth, Big Advice

Here’s what you can do as a parent to help keep your kids’ teeth in top shape.

Holiday Health Hacks

This Christmas, keeping your entire brood well (while staying sane!) is probably topping your priority list. Luckily, there are things you can do to proactively set yourself up for success. Here, paediatric doctor and mother-of-three DR NATALIE EPTON shares her top tips for staying mentally and physically healthy this holiday season, whether you're staying in Singapore or travelling abroad.

A Peruvian in Singapore!

Peruvian SUSAN CALDERON URBINA has lived in several countries, and has called Singapore home for several years now. She juggles multiple hats – from teaching at a local university, to researching sustainable consumption, to running a company that makes solid shampoos and handmade soaps. Susan chats to us about her journey here, and her brand, Sacha Botanicals.