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More than a Meal
Blurring the lines between home kitchen and mini restaurant, this hidden culinary gem is bringing the sun-kissed flavours of the Mediterranean to life in Singapore.
Making Moves
TANVI TRIVEDI touched her first chess piece at the age of four and a half. In the subsequent four-and-a-half years, the Singapore PR has represented the little red dot in numerous chess tournaments and achieved some podium finishes - her most recent being Gold in the Under-8 Girls category at the 15th Penang Heritage Open Challenger in December 2023. Here, she tells us what she loves about chess-plus her parents share a tip for nurturing talent in young ones.
Breaking It Down
Elementary School students running a marathon? Sounds like a big ask! Here's how it's done at the Singapore American School (SAS).
Giving Back
During the year-end festivities of December 2023, the community of Stamford American International School helped to spread some joy to migrant workers in Singapore.
Women Power
As we celebrate International Women's Day this month, let retail collective A Raft of Otters stand as a testament to the strength, creativity and unity that women bring to the forefront of business and community.
How to Build Your Village
The new app every parent needs to know about!
Something Stylish for IWD
It's International Women's Day on 8 March, so shower a little extra love on the remarkable women in your life - or treat yourself! Here's a curated collection of gift ideas from Cluny Court.
Helping Hands: Changing the Cycle
We chat with sixteen-year-old PURVI, the founder of Global Girls Convergence, which aims to tackle gender-based issues facing people in need in Asia and beyond.
A Return to Sentosa
Different Singapore neighbourhoods appeal to different people - some swear by the East Coast; others are Holland Village diehards. Here, Swiss expats MARINA and STAN explain why Sentosa is the perfect match for them and their children, Maya (13), Mila (10) and Mia (7).
Filling in the Dots
TONY WILSON currently lives and works in both Vietnam and Australia. His lineage is also a mix, from the Kaurna, Ngarrindjeri and Nurangga Nations in South Australia on his mother's side, and from Umbria and Puglia in Italy on his father's.
Tighter Skin Lighter Downtime!
We speak to AZATACA Plastic Surgery and their doctors to hear all about a new skin tightening treatment.
The First Steps To - Renewable Energy
How one school is harnessing clean, renewable energy with the installation of 1,180 solar panels on multiple buildings across its campus.
Your 2024 Love Tarotscopes
February isthe month of love, so we've found out what's on the cards for your star sign when it comes to relationships and dating, courtesy of our resident tarot reader Sharan.
Struggling With Stubborn Belly Fat?
Did you know that stress can cause the belly to look larger? I know that when I'm stressed, mine immediately starts to look rounder. The problem is that you can then get annoyed with it and inadvertently hold on to it for longer!
Six Styling Tips For Every Outdoor Space
Urban, tropical living in Singapore calls for well-styled outdoor spaces that serve as an extension to your home. Transform your outdoor oasis into a relaxing retreat where you can unwind and entertain with these tips from furniture haven Konopi.
How Are You Really?
It's well known that poor mental health is on the rise, but what is less known is why. DR SANVEEN KANG is Founder and Principal Clinical Psychologist at Psych Connect; she talks us through the factors at play and the new mental health wellness checks programme she's launched to help tackle the issue.
The Perfect Frame
What's better than a pair of lush, beautifully shaped eyebrows? Ones that require zero daily fluffing and filling! Here, an EL reader and editor review two amazing semipermanent eyebrow embroidery treatments in Singapore.
Out of Office & On the Open Sea!
Imagine gliding along the Singapore harbour, soaking in breathtaking ocean views and sunshine while your boss takes over steering at your yacht's helm. Like the workday of your dreams, the Expat Living team sailed out of the office and into the open ocean for a day of bonding on board.
Planting Seeds
The team at Canadian International School (CIS) gives an insight into its award-winning Community Garden.
The Greenhouse Opens!
Dulwich College (Singapore) unveils its new state-of-theart learning lab.
Empowering Students
SJI International marked its 15th anniversary in 2022 with celebrations and the unveiling of a spectrum of new initiatives. Two years on, we check in on the team for an update on four of those initiatives.
Where There's a Will...
The death of a close one is a sad and stressful t ime. Administering their estate as a lay executor only adds more responsibility. We speak to lawyer PATRICK TAN to hear why appointing a professional executor is a popular alternative.
Finding Dream Homes
If you're looking at renting, buying or selling property in Singapore, you may have come across CYRIL TUZEMEN. We ask him about starting his boutique real estate business - and how he juggles work with having three young kids.
Social & Sports Clubs
Looking foran easy way to relax and rejuvenate with family and friends in Singapore? The following clubs are places where you can work, rest and play, enjoying sports, dining and recreational activities. We asked happy members for some insights!
STREET TALK
An insider's guide to life in their 'hood
Thinking of Buying in London?
If you're considering investing in a London or UK property, either for your own use or perhaps for your children while they study, or if you already own a property and want it managed, JORDAN and LUCY are two ex-Singapore expats who set up their business Edwards & Plumb for exactly those scenarios. We find out more from them.
FURNITURE TO TURN YOUR HOUSE INTO A HOME
Where to go to fit-out your space with some dream pieces.
HOME & PROPERTY
Bedroom Beauties
Have A Happier & Healthier Household In 2024
Whether you’re looking to keep your kids sickness-free, promote good mental health in your teen, reconnect with your spouse, or take better care of yourself, here are some great tips for promoting family wellness in 2024.
Riding The Himalayas
One of the more memorable travel experiences for EL contributor NAZMI YAZID was riding a Royal Enfield motorcycle in the Indian section of the Himalayas. Here he shares some tips on how to transform a two-legged vacation in the highlands into a two-wheeled adventure!