Fresh Cleaning

CLEANING JOB SCOPE:

• Weekly regular house cleaning: Cleaning of Toilets; Sweeping, vacuuming, and mopping of floors; Folding and ironing of clothing; Cleaning of rooms and kitchen; Emptying of rubbish bins; Cleaning windows and grills when needed; Wiping of stove area
• Weekly regular office cleaning: Sweeping and vacuuming of all carpeted areas; Mopping of all tiled areas; Dusting exteriors of all furniture; Clearing wastepaper baskets; Cleaning of all bathrooms (if any); Cleaning of pantry area (if any); Washing of cups, clear lunch boxes; Wiping of all glass panels and doors; Cleaning of window interior; General cleaning of all rooms; Cleaning of lift landing and stairway (if any)

PRICES:
Weekly regular cleaning (4 hours package)

• Once a week: S$416
• Twice a week: S$828 onwards
• Thrice a week: S$1278 onwards
• Saturday/Sunday: S$20 additional per session
• Additional hour: S$30 nett

Spring cleaning
HDB size

• 2 Bedroom HDB (400 – 599 square feet; 5 hours) – S$198
• 2 Bedroom HDB (600 – 799 square feet; 7 hours) – S$275
• 3 Bedroom HDB (800 – 999 square feet; 9 hours) – S$340
• 4 Bedroom HDB (1000 – 1199 square feet; 11 hours) – S$408
• 5 Bedroom HDB (1200 – 1399 square feet; 13 hours) – S$470
• Maisonette (1400 – 1899 square feet; 17 hours) – S$595

Condo/Apartment size

• 1 Bedroom Studio (400 – 599 square feet; 6 hours) – S$230
• 2 Bedroom (600 – 799 square feet; 8 hours) – S$316
• 2 Bedroom (800 – 999 square feet; 10 hours) – S$385
• 3 Bedroom (1000 – 1199 square feet; 12 hours) – S$448
• 4 Bedroom (1200 – 1399 square feet; 14 hours) – S$506
• Penthouse (1400 – 1899 square feet; 19 hours) – S$649

Additional hours

• Weekdays 08:00 to 18:00: S25/hour
• Weekdays after 18:00, Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays – S$30/hour

NOTE: Prices are inclusive of all cleaning equipment, kit, and supplies.

5 Best Private Centres in Singapore for Fertility Test

Fertility test is necessary for young adults, both married and unmarried individuals.

It is a way to early detect if any issues would prevent natural pregnancy. Early awareness leads the way to early preparation.

A basic assessment is just enough for young adults without an immediate plan of having a baby. For female, the test usually includes a pelvic ultrasound scan and hormone blood test. For male, it is a semen analysis.

Couples with conceiving plan may need a more comprehensive assessment. This might include tests to identify couples at high risk of having a child with a serious heritable disorder.

In this article, space is given to the private fertility centres and clinic that offers basic fertility test package for couples.

Top 5 Reliable Door Repair Services in Singapore

Few things tend to be as inconvenient as problems with doors. Sooner or later, everyone has to deal with unhinged doors, jammed locks, or lost keys. And you usually need to fix those issues quickly to enter your home, keep your business going, or prevent hens from escaping from the barn.

Naturally, you would want to hire an efficient and reliable service to help you out with a door predicament. Thus, we have compiled this list of the most reliable door repair services in Singapore for your convenience.

Besides the repairers, we have also included a well-established door maker if you need to replace your old door. Continue reading to learn more.

Joydom Engineering: Door Repair Service

SERVICE RATES
To learn how much exactly you’ll need to pay for repairing the door or gate, get in touch with the service provider by phone or via the official website. However, some approximate prices for common interventions are:

• Door alignment: Between S$120 and S$200
• Hinge replacement: If only one hinge needs replacement, the price range is from S$70 to S$80. In case that more of them are in question, the price per hinge decreases down to S$60.
• Knob replacement: Depending on the knob design, the pleasure of replacing it can cost you between S$150 and S$200.
• Door frame replacement: Usually between S$1,200 and S$1,600

7 Best IVF Centres in Singapore for Foreigners

Singapore is the right choice if you are looking for an overseas medical destination with the latest assisted productive technologies. Since 1982, Singapore fertility specialists have been successful in their IVF programs, resulting in Asia’s first IVF baby born in the country in 1983. In the recent decade, Singapore is a trusted destination for couples with infertility issues, especially those with complicated medical conditions.

In Singapore, IVF services are available at both public and private hospitals. Currently, there are 3 public fertility centres (operated by the three major public hospitals) and around 8 private fertility centres (situated at major private hospitals and medical centres).

A public fertility centre is often the priority of Singaporean couples who are struggling with infertility. It is simply because Singaporeans can get up to 75% of the costs co-funded by the government when being treated at a public hospital. This subsidy scheme doesn’t apply to non-citizens, so you have to pay the full price no matter what kind of hospital you choose. For that reason, patients from surrounding countries tend to seek treatment at Singapore’s private hospitals to enjoy better customer services and a shorter waiting time to see a specialist.

In this article, there are 4 private and 3 public fertility centres recommended. Please note that not all of them are located on the premises of a hospital. Thomson Fertility Centre and Virtus Fertility Centre are the two private institutes sitting at medical centres outside a hospital.

When a fertility centre is hospital-based, you can expect that all the IVF procedures that need sedation will be done in the hospital it sits in. But when it is situated outside a hospital, egg retrieval and embryo transfer procedures will be performed at one of the hospitals in the city.

Despite this, all the private centres are large-scale, equipped with the latest technologies and the most experienced fertility specialist. Mount Elizabeth Fertility Centre has long been famous as a reliable destination for overseas couples with complicated medical conditions. 3 out of 4 private centres in this list are located in the Orchard area, making it convenient to arrange accommodation, get around, and enjoy other services Singapore has to offer.

Sincere IVF Center

MEDICAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• MBBS (Singapore), 1974
• MRCOG (United Kingdom), 1981
• FAMS (Obstetrics & Gynaecology), 1984
• MD (NUS), 1989
• MMed ((Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Singapore), 1991
• FRCOG (United Kingdom), 1994

SPSPECIALTIES: Obstetrics & Gynaecology with a focus on reproductive medicine & IVF.

LANGUAGE: English

ASSISTED REPRODUCTIVE SERVICES:

• Oocyte Recovery
• IVF/ICSI
• Assisted Embryo Hatching
• Intra-cytoplasmic Morphologically-selected Sperm Injection (IMSI)
• Cleavage-stage Embryo Transfer
• Blastocyst Transfer
• Frozen Thaw Embryo Transfer
• Embryo Cryo-preservation
• Oocyte (eggs) Cryo-preservation
• Ovarian Tissue Cryo-preservation
• Laparoscopy and Hydro-tubation

SUCCESS RATES: The success rates at Sincere IVF Center in 2016, 2017 and 2018 are shown below

Years	No. of Cycles	Mean Age	Rates
2016	316	36	52.12%
2017	377	36.4	51.49%
2018	339	36.6	55.49%

10 Best Private IVF Clinics in Singapore

People decide to go with a private healthcare institute for many reasons. It could be for better customer service, shorter waiting time for an appointment to see a specialist, easy access to a clinic, a preferred doctor, or for all.

If you are considering having IVF treatment at a private place, then this article is for you.

In Singapore, the number of private IVF clinics is much larger than those of the public. Currently, there are more than 20 private clinics offering IVF services, while the number of public places is limited to 3 (those belong to KK Women’s & Children’s Hospital, Singapore National Hospital, and National University Hospital).

While the public fertility centres are of large scale with a big team of specialists, the private clinics are usually home to a single specialist.

The majority of private practice doctors are those who have has many years of experience in public hospitals. When entering the private healthcare sector, they set up their clinics at a private medical centre or hospital. Some even have their offices at two or three different places to make their service more accessible for patients.

Major private hospitals such as Mount Elizabeth Hospital, Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital, Gleneagle Hospital, Parkway East Hospital, Raffles Hospital, Mount Alvernia Hospital, and Thomson Medical Centre are where to find a private practice fertility doctor. They can also be found at a medical centre outside a hospital, such as Paragon Medical centre and Scotts Medical Centre. 

Scan through our list to have some ideas about top private IVF clinics in Singapore.

Noel Leong Fertility & IVF Clinic

MEDICAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• M.B.B.S (Singapore)
• M.Med (O&G) (Singapore)
• FRCOG (London)
• FAMS (Singapore)

SPECIALTIES: Obstetrics & Gynaecology with a focus on reproductive medicine, infertility & IVF.

ASSISTED REPRODUCTIVE TREATMENT SERVICES:

• In-Vitro Fertilisation (IVF)
• Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI)
• Gamete Intrafallopian Transfer (GIFT)
• Zygote Intrafallopian Transfer (ZIFT)
• Microsurgical Epididymal Sperm Aspiration (MESA)
• Testicular Sperm Aspiration (TESA)
• Assisted Hatching (AH)
• Blastocyst Transfer
• Donor Sperm/Egg Programmes

LANGUAGE: English

Health & Fertility Centre for Women

MEDICAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• BM BCh (Oxford University)
• MRCOG (London, UK)
• FAMS (Singapore)

SPECIALTIES: Obstetrics & Gynaecology with a focus on reproductive medicine, infertility & IVF, and minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery & hysteroscopy.

LANGUAGE: English

COST GUIDE: Here is the cost guide to IVF treatment fees at Mount Elizabeth Fertility Centre where Dr Kelly sets up her business.

IVF Treatment	Cost
Fertility tests + consultation	$374
Egg retrieval (<6 eggs)	$8,500
Egg retrieval (>6 eggs)	$9,400 – $10,500
Embryo transfer	From $4,000

5 Best IVF Centres for Singaporean Couples

IVF is never an easy journey. But it is one of the most worth-trying journeys one can take in life. If you are going to embark on it then read our guide to find out all the must-knows.

WHAT TO CONSIDER WHEN CHOOSING AN IVF CLINIC:

• Success rate: IVF success rate is a must-ask while looking around to find the right fertility clinic. It is important because the proven success rates ensure the chance of achieving your dream of having a baby. The higher the clinical pregnancy rates, the higher your chance of getting pregnant.

• Specialist: There are clinics where the specialist is the one who manages the patient treatment every step of the way. There are also clinics where only the important tasks are taken care of by the specialist, the rest is left in the hands of the team’s healthcare professionals. So, make sure you know who will manage your treatment to ensure that you are provided with continuity of care and the best possible chance to solve your issue.

• Location: To many couples, IVF treatment is a hard and long journey to take. It requires couples to travel back and forth between home and the clinic often. So, make sure the fertility clinic you go with is located in a convenient location to save you time and hassle.

STEPS TO EXPECT DURING IVF:

1. Pituitary suppression: Your natural cycle is suppressed with the use of medication (GnRH agonist/antagonist).
2. Ovarian stimulation: A fertility hormone (FSH) is injected daily for between 9 to 14 days to encourage the ovaries to produce more eggs than usual.
3. Egg monitoring: The egg development is monitored via ultrasound to make sure the number and size of the eggs are adequate before aiding their maturation by the final injection.
4. Egg retrieval and semen collection: Eggs are retrieved by inserting a needle through the vaginal canal. Semen sample needs to be collected on the day of the egg retrieval procedure.
5. Fertilization: The eggs and the sperm are mixed together in an incubator for a few days to allow them to be fertilized.
6. Embryo transfer: Embryo transfer occurs two to five days after egg retrieval.
7. Pregnancy test: Your pregnancy blood test is due about 14 days after the embryo transfer.

HOW ARE THE IVF TREATMENT FEES CALCULATED?
IVF treatment fees often break down into three main types of cost:

1. Pre-treatment costs: Including the consultation fee for your first appointment with your specialist and the charges for initial tests.
2. IVF cycle costs: They are the charges for medications, egg retrieval, embryo transfer, laboratory charges, hospital accommodation, anesthetic service, use of operating theatre, nursing fees, and others.
3. Advanced science costs: Advanced scientific techniques such as PGD may be required, depending on your individual needs.

HOW MUCH ARE THE PRE-TREATMENT COSTS?

• Consultation fee: S$150 – S$300
• Fertility tests: S$240 – S$440

HOW MUCH DO THE IVF CYCLES COST?

• Fertility medication: S$2,500 – S$3,500
• Egg monitoring: From S$1000
• Egg retrieval: S$3,550 – S$10,000
• Sperm collection: From S$1,250
• Embryo transfer: S$1,500 – S$5,500

HOW MUCH DOES THE ADVANCED SCIENCE COST?

• Laser-assisted hatching: S$150 to S$600
• Blastocyst culture: S$150 to S$300
• PGD: Can be up to over S$10,000

So, in summary, costs of IVF treatment at public hospitals range between S$10,000 and S$15,000 per cycle while it starts from S$7,999 and can go up to S$20,000 per cycle at private hospitals.

GOVERNMENT SUBSIDY FOR IVF: MOH CO-FUNDING
As long as there is one person in the couple is a Singapore citizen, you can get MOH co-funding when seeking IVF treatment at public hospitals which are:

• KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital
• National University Hospital
• Singapore General Hospital

Couple’s citizenship	MOH co-funding (fresh cycles)	MOH co-funding (frozen cycle)
SG citizen + SG citizen	75% (up to $7,700)	75% (up to $2,200)
SG citizen + PR	55% (up to $5,700)	55% (up to $1,600)
SG citizen + Foreigner	35% (up to $3,600)	35% (up to $1,000)

GOVERNMENT SUBSIDY FOR IVF: THE USE OF MEDISAVE
This applies to Singaporean and PR couples, which allows you to use your Medisave to pay for IVF treatment. The maximum amount one can withdraw in a lifetime for this kind of treatment is $15,000.

IVF cycle	Medisave limit
1st	$6,000
2nd	$5,000
3rd & subsequent	$4,000

PROS AND CONS WHEN GETTING IVF TREATMENT AT PUBLIC AND PRIVATE HOSPITALS:

	Pros	Cons
Public hospitals	Lower cost (co-funding)	Longer waiting time for an appointment to see a specialist
Private hospitals	Shorter waiting time for an appointment to see a specialist Customer service is of better quality	Higher cost (No co-funding)

Couples who decide to go to a private hospital for IVF treatment should consider prenatal insurance that covers IVF to keep the cost manageable. Check it out with insurers like AIA, AXA, and Pacific Prime Singapore for those kinds of insurance.

Here are the best fertility clinics in both public and private sectors for your consideration.

Virtus Fertility Centre

SPECIALIST TEAM:

• Dr. Ann Tan: A senior consultant, Medical Director of Virtus Fertility, with more than 20 years of experience in the field
• Dr. Roland Chieng: A senior consultant with 20 years of experience in the field
• Dr. Yeong Cheng Toh: A consultant with more than 20 years of experience in the field
• Dr. Paul Tseng: A consultant with more than 30 years of experience in the field
• Dr. Andrew Kan: A consultant who has experience in many Asia countries and Australia
• Dr. Motoko Yeo: A consultant with more than 30 years of experience in the field

SUCCESS RATES: Their clinical pregnancy rate per frozen embryo transfer in 2018 is

• Overall: 58%
• Under 30 years: 65%
• 31-34 years: 65%
• 35-39 years: 61%
• 40-45 years: 41%

ADVANCED SCIENCE SERVICES AVAILABLE:

• Blastocyst Culture
• In-Vitro Maturation of Oocytes (IVM)
• Laser-Assisted Hatching
• Pre-Implantation Genetic Diagnosis (PGD)

FREEZE BANKING AVAILABLE:

• Sperm
• Embryo
• Egg

DONOR PROGRAMMES:

• Sperm donation
• Egg donation

Yeobuild HomeRepair

SERVICE RATES
How much you’ll pay for mending your washing machine depends on several factors. Still, Yeobuild HomeRepair’s pricing is reasonable, so don’t consider a loan from a bank. Just note that there is a S$50 call-out charge.

WASHING MACHINE BRANDS

• Samsung
• Bosch
• Miele
• Ariston
• Whirlpool
• LG
• Panasonic
• Electrolux
• Sanyo
• Toshiba
• Brandt
• Fisher & Paykel
• Hitachi
• General Electric
• Simpson
• Eurotech
• National

 

Washing Machine Pro

SERVICE RATES
To learn how much fixing your laundry washer will cost, call Washing Machine Pro’s service to schedule a technician’s visit. Once the serviceman evaluates the issue, you’ll know the exact price.

NOTE: You’ll need to pay a small S$30 fee for a service’s handyman to come and diagnose the malfunction. But, if you hire the repairer, the charge becomes a part of the total cost.

WASHING MACHINE BRANDS

• Samsung
• LG
• Electrolux
• Panasonic
• Whirlpool
• Sanyo
• Toshiba
• Thomson
• Brandt
• Candy
• Maytag
• Ariston
• Bosch
• Fisher & Paykel
• Hitachi
• Kenmore
• Simpson
• General Electric
• Eurotech
• Zanussi
• Elba
• EF
• National
• Goldstar
• AEG
• Hoover

Washing Machine Repair & Cleaning Singapore

SERVICE RATES
How much you will pay depends on different factors. The type of malfunction, model, and the cost of parts needing replacement are some key determinants. Thus, give Washing Machine Repair & Cleaning Singapore a call to get an accurate quote.

WASHING MACHINE BRANDS

• LG
• Fisher & Paykel
• Panasonic
• Whirlpool
• Sanyo
• Samsung
• Electrolux
• Thomson
• Brandt
• Candy
• Toshiba
• Maytag
• Ariston
• Bosch
• General Electric
• Kenmore
• Hitachi
• Simpson
• National
• Eurotech
• Zanussi
• Elba
• Hoover
• Goldstar
• EF
• AEG

Royal Carpet Maintenance Services

JOB SCOPE

• Restorative Carpet Cleaning
• Upholstery Cleaning
• Parquet Sand and Vanish
• Vinyl Polishing
• Marble Polishing
• Carpet Supply and Installation
• Disinfecting Service
• General Cleaning

PRICE LIST

• Restorative Carpet/Upholstery Cleaning: Commercial– from 15 to 25 cts psf (minimum S$280); Residential – 50 to 80 cts psf (min. S$150); Rugs – S$3 to S$5 psf (min. S$100); Upholstery from S$50 per seater; Staircase from S$150 onwards
• Vinyl Polishing – 50 to 80 cts psf (minimum S$500)
• Marble Polishing – S$1.5 to S$2 psf (min. S$500)
• Parquet Sand and Vanish – S$1.5 to S$2 psf (min. S$500); Staircase Service starts from S$500
• General Cleaning starts at S$500
• Carpet Supply and Installation costs depend on the area and the floor covering\’s type
• The price of Disinfecting (Anti-Virus) Service is subject to the assessment

Venue Painting

JOB SCOPE AND PRICING

• HDB 2BR (3 rooms) single color/multicolor: from S$550 to S$750/ from S$650 to S$850
• HDB 3BR (4 rooms) single color/multicolor: from S$850 to S$1,150/from S$900 to S$1,200
• HDB 4BR (5 rooms) single color/multicolor: from S$1,050 to S$1,300/S$1,100-S$1,350
• HDB Executive flats and maisonettes: call for the quote
• Condominiums 2BR (3 rooms) single color/multicolor: from S$600 to S$900/from S$650 to S$950
• Condominiums 3BR (4 rooms) single color/multicolor: from S$950 to S$1,150/from S$1,000 to S$1,200
• Condominiums 4BR (5 rooms) single color/multicolor: from S$1,150 to S$1,350/from S$1,200 to S$1,400

ADDRESS: 66 Tannery Lane, Sindo Building, Singapore 347805

CONTACT: Phone +65 6319 7222 | WhatsApp +65 8590 2202

WEBSITE: https://venuepainting.com/

EMAIL: info@venuepainting.com

Everyworks Singapore: Aircon Services

SERVICES AND RATES:

• One-Time Aircon Servicing: 1 fancoil $45, 2 fancoils $75, 3 fancoils $95, 4 fancoils $110, 5 fancoils $125, 6 fancoils $140.
• Quarterly Subscription Aircon Servicing: 2 fancoils $70, 3 fancoils $85, 4 fancoils $100, 5 fancoils $115, 6 fancoils $130, 7 fancoils $145, 8 fancoils $165.
• Aircon Chemical Overhaul: Subjected to the BTU of your aircon.
• Aircon Gas Top-Up: R22 – $100 to $130, R410 – $130 to $165.
• Aircon Installation or Repair: WhatsApp or Call to enquire.

AIR CONDITIONER BRANDS:

• Daikin
• Mitsubishi
• Mitsubishi Electric
• Panasonic
• Samsung
• LG
• Fujitsu
• Sharp
• Toshiba
• EuropAce
• Midea
• Sanyo
• Carrier
• Gree
• York

New Year Resolution Virtual Run 2021

#PLQRoamForGnomes Christmas QR Hunt

Paya Lebar Quarter (PLQ) has collaborated with local artists, artistes, influencers and designers like Oon Shu An, Jeremy Jiang and Andy Yangsookit, as well as staff of The Social Kitchen to hand-paint gnomes which are presently being displayed at its vast outdoor gardens.

There are over 50 gnomes hiding all around PLQ, each representing the artists, influencers and designers’ well-wishes for the community as gnomes are a symbol of good luck and finding treasure. They will only be available until 3 January, so come down to PLQ and snap your selfies with them while you can!

Stay tuned to our Instagram and Facebook pages for location clues.

Looking to save some time and money? Grab to PLQ now with promo code PLQ3OFF to enjoy $3 off a GRAB ride with minimum $6 nett spend. Meanwhile, don’t forget to redeem a $10 Lendlease voucher when you spend $150 ($130 for Lendlease Plus members).

Photo credit: Oon Shu An, actress and host

Pucky Christmas Music Parade at 313@somerset

Join in the Pucky Christmas Music Parade at 313@somerset this Christmas.  313@somerset has transformed into a magical and whimsical Pucky babies-land paradise with decorations inspired by the Pucky Christmas Music Parade blind box collectible series.

Created by popular Hong Kong-based artist Pucky, the loveable Pucky Babies have made their debut at 313@somerset in their first-ever Singapore mall collaboration to win the hearts of all ages and create a joyous wonderland. Shoppers can spot life-sized installations of the Pucky Christmas Babies around the mall, as well as a 2.8m tall Pucky Sleeping Baby taking centre stage.

Shoppers can redeem a special edition Pucky Christmas gift wrapper with every $60 spent, limited edition Pucky pouches by spending $150 at the mall, and many more Pucky rewards!

Get the full list of promotions here.

Shopping Made Easy

Doing your shopping at 313@somerset just got easier with the 313 x Rely “Shop Now Pay Later” shopping experience.  Available till 11 Feb 2021, shoppers can split their shopping purchases into four interest-free payments, paying only 25 per cent of the total price at the point of purchase through the Lendlease Plus App.

Best bit?  There are also instant rewards to be earned with min spend of $60 in a single transaction at 313 x Rely Shop Now, Pay Later participating stores.

More details can be found here.

It’s time to Jalan Jalan with Chingay!

The highly anticipated annual Chingay Parade will return as a spectacular digital showcase in 2021! Anchoring the digital Chingay 2021 programme is the concept of co-creation with the community campaign, ‘Jalan Jalan with Chingay’, which showcases the diverse local and community talents, and unveils the ‘hidden gems’ amongst us.

By sharing your creative works through activities like ‘We’ve Got Talent!’ or virtually designing a Chingay float and costumes that signifies hope or reflects our unique multiculturalism, to singing as one community, you can stand a chance to win attractive prizes such as a 3D2N staycation, Lazada e-vouchers worth S$4,000 and a whopping cash prize of (up to) S$16,500!

More information about the ‘Jalan Jalan with Chingay’ activities and contests are available below.

D:2 Dance Competition Vol. 1 If you love to dance, D:2 Dance Competition Vol. 1 is the platform for you to express your creativity by fusing Singapore’s local dance cultures in the form of dance genre and styles! Submit your dance videos at www.chingay.gov.sg by 20 Dec 2020 and stand a chance to win a total cash prize of S$16,500!

Sing With Me! Let your voice be heard at Chingay 2021 as we sing to the song \\\’As I Believe\\\’ as one community – signifying our hope and strong belief of a brighter future together. Submit a video of yourself singing alone or with your family and friends crooning to ‘As I Believe’ at www.chingay.gov.sg/join-us/sing-with-me by 31 Dec 2020, and stand a chance to win 3D2N staycation and attraction tickets (worth more than S$2,000), or get featured in the Chingay 2021 Special Webcast/Telecast on 20 Feb 2021

We’ve Got Talent! Jumping on the TikTok trend lately? Why not use those talents and submit a one-minute recording of yourself and your friends doing something creative – from dancing to singing, or even pulling a jaw-dropping (but safe) stunt? Share your submissions on Facebook or Instagram with the hashtags #ChingaySG2021 #WeGotTalent2021. Profiles submitting these entries must follow and tag @PAssion Chingay Club on Facebook or @ChingaySingapore on Instagram! Lucky winners will walk away with a 3D2N staycation (worth S$1,000) and Lazada e-vouchers (worth S$4,000). Submit by 31 Dec 2020 for a chance to get featured in the live webcast/telecast on 20 February 2021!

Let’s Build A Float! As Chingay 2021 is going digital, there won’t be any physical floats. Build your own Chingay float on the Chingay website and jazz it up using your favourite apps or software! All submissions are to be made via Facebook or Instagram with the hashtags #ChingaySG2021 #ChingayFloat included in the post. Remember to follow and tag @PAssion Chingay Club on Facebook or @ChingaySingapore on Instagram! Lucky winners will walk away with a 3D2N staycation (worth S$1,000). Submit by 31 Dec 2020 for a chance to be featured in the live webcast/telecast on 20 February 2021!

Sew (So) Stylo! Love fashion and playing dress-up? Create a stylish Chingay costume on the Chingay website or use the printable materials provided to do so! All submissions are to be made via Facebook or Instagram with the hashtags #ChingaySG2021 #SewStylo included in the post – don’t forget to follow and tag @PAssion Chingay Club on Facebook or @ChingaySingapore on Instagram while you’re at it. Lucky winners will walk away with a 3D2N staycation (worth S$1,000). Submit by 31 Dec 2020 for a chance to be featured in the live webcast/telecast on 20 February 2021!

A Big Fat Greek Christmas

Celebrate a traditional Greek festive by the famed Singapore River, as the Taverna dishes out an exclusive a la carte Festive menu this December.

Whet your appetite with a plate of Stuffed Mushroom with classic Halloumi cheese ($18++) on a spread of salad including delicious cherry tomatoes, pomegranate and lettuce. Get your seasonal fix with drool-worthy roasted turkey (35++) with aromatic pine nut, cranberry sauce and natural gravy, accompanied by traditional roasted pork with rice and herb stuffing. Seafood alternative for the main features all-time favourite – grilled salmon with nutty quinoa salad served with creamy lemon sauce. For a wholesome winter flavour, diners can opt for a classic choice of Christmas Log Cake (16++) and a comforting cup of Winter Spiced Latte ($8++), created especially for the season.

The festive a la carte menu is exclusively available from 1^st to 25^th December. Make sure to book in advance to reserve the best waterfront seating!

HolyCrab

AMBIENCE: HolyCrab’s interior has a no-frill elegance to it. Sure, the black walls and red accents will surely catch your attention, but not too much that they distract you from your main agenda: huge, succulent crab cooked to perfection.

MUST-TRIES: Of course, diners come for the famous Chili Crab, but HolyCrab also boasts an arsenal of notable non-crab dishes.

• Mini Squirters
• HolyCrab Fried Rice
• Hooked on Mee
• Oh My Cod!
• Fried/Steamed Mantou

NOTES:

• Reservations are encouraged.
• Don’t be afraid to get your hands dirty!
• Vegetarian-friendly options available
• Car park charges
• Find HolyCrab on WhatsApp for promos and announcements.

5 Best Wedding Planners in Singapore for a Perfect Big Day

Not sure how to make your Pinterest wedding board come to life? Allow a professional wedding planner to sort out the A to Z of your special day – so you can have a stress-free and memorable day celebrating with your nearest and dearest.

Who are wedding planners?

Wedding planners are professionals who specialize in coordinating and organizing all aspects of a wedding. Their role is to assist couples in planning and executing a seamless and stress-free wedding experience.

What can a wedding planner do for you?

A wedding planner can assist you with:

1. Budget Management: Developing and maintaining a budget that aligns with the couple’s financial constraints.
2. Vendor Coordination: Hiring and managing vendors such as caterers, florists, photographers, makeup artists, musicians, solemnizers, and more.
3. Venue Selection: Identifying and securing appropriate venues for the ceremony and reception.
4. Design and Décor: Assisting with theme development, color schemes, and overall aesthetic choices.
5. Guest Management: Coordinating guest lists, seating arrangements, and accommodations for out-of-town guests.
6. Timeline Creation: Develop a detailed timeline for the entire wedding day, including the ceremony, reception, and other events.
7. Problem-Solving: Addressing unexpected challenges that may arise during the planning process or on the wedding day itself.

Do wedding planners charge you?

Yes. The fees can vary based on factors such as the level of service provided, the complexity of the wedding, the planner’s experience, and the geographic location.

Wedding planners may offer different packages with varying levels of involvement, from full-service planning, where they handle every aspect of the wedding, to partial planning or day-of coordination.

Expect to pay between $3,000 and $5,000 for the standard package when hiring a wedding planner in Singapore.

Where can one find top wedding planners in Singapore?

Scan through our list to discover the highly experienced wedding planners in Singapore and the amazing things they can do for your big day.

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See also: 5 Best Wedding Photographers to Capture Your Love Story

Corner House @ Singapore Botanic Gardens

MENU: There is no set menu at Corner House, you just have to trust Chef Thien and his team to surprise you with French-Asian dishes that are guaranteed to tickle your fancy.

AVERAGE PRICE/PAX: Prices are fixed according to the number of courses.

LOOK & FEEL: The Corner House stands majestically amid ornate foliage, luxurious and cozy at the same time.

NOTE: Early reservations are recommended.

GETTING THERE:

• Buses: 154, 174, 48, 855, Dempsey Hill Shuttle Service (3-min walk from Botanic Gardens Nassim Gate)
• Nearest MRT station: Botanic Gardens (Take Circle Line or Downtown Line and exit at CC19/DT9; 13-min walk to the restaurant)

The White Rabbit

MENU: The White Rabbit offers set lunch and dinner, ala carte, and dessert menus. The menus are not extensive but are curated with utmost love and delicacy, starting from appetizers to entrees to side dishes and desserts.

MUST-TRIES:

• Tournedos Rossini, S$68
• Burratina Salad, S$23
• Roasted Black Truffle Chicken, S$78
• Pineapple Baked Alaska, S$18

LOOK & FEEL: Stark white walls, stained glass windows, and plush furniture and fixtures, The White Rabbit will remind you of those days when people got together to feast on lunch in their Sunday best.

NOTE: Reservations are capped at 5 persons per group in compliance with government mandate.

GETTING THERE:

• Buses: 105, 106, 123 (4-min walk from bus stop 13021)
• Nearest MRT station: Farrer Road (Take the Circle Line, Downtown Line, or East West Line and exit at CC20. It’s a 30-min walk from there, so you might want to hail a taxi.)

The Halia @ Singapore Botanic Gardens

MENU: The Halia offers an assortment of menus to indulge every craving you might have: all-day, breakfast, brunch, set lunch, and kids’ menu. Each menu features contemporary European recipes that are given a distinct Asian flair.

MUST TRIES:

• Fresh Yogurt Pot, S$8
• Ikana Fresh Green Shell Mussel, S$24
• Wok-Fried Wagyu Beef & Ginger, S$22
• Honeydew Sago, S$10

AVERAGE PRICE/PAX: S$65

LOOK & FEEL: Romance in nature is the overall theme at The Halia, with open-air dining that gives you refreshing, unobstructed views of the gardens. The structure was constructed in meticulous consideration of the foliage’s natural growth, and then enhanced with opulent decors such as Instagram-worthy tiles and chandelier.

NOTE: Watch out for special promotions such as 1-for-1 desserts, 1-for-1 soups, and great discounts.

GETTING THERE:

• Buses: 7, 105, 123, 174, 502 (Get off at Gleneagles Hospital bus stop, enter through Tanglin Gate, and enjoy a leisurely 8-min walk through Swan Lake.)
• Nearest MRT station: Botanic Gardens (Circle Line and Downtown Line; enter through Bukit Timah Gate, where The Halia is a 20- to 30-min walk away)

Monti @ The Fullerton Pavilion

MENU: It’s Italian goodness all day at Monti: antipasti, soup, hand-crafted pasta including an array of ravioli choices, seafood and meat entrees, and desserts. The Wagyu steaks, featuring high marbling grade, are good for sharing at 1.1 kilograms at least.

MUST TRIES:

• Burratina Cheese, S$34
• Pan-seared Hokkaido Scallop, S$38
• Acquerello Risotto, S$42
• Bomba, S$20

AVERAGE PRICE/PAX: S$110

LOOK & FEEL: Opulence is the overall vibe at Monti, starting from glass windows that give you exceptional views of the Marina Bay to the wooden interiors and hand-picked artistic decors.

NOTE: Monti offers island-wide delivery if you would rather have that signature Italian romance at home or other parts of Singapore.

GETTING THERE:

• Buses: 10, 100, 655, 97E (3-min walk from One Fullerton bus stop)
• Nearest MRT station: Raffles Place (Take East West Line; 8-min walk from EW14/NS26)

The Forbidden House

Step back in time to 19th-century Riverhouse this Halloween and wend your way through the gated archways and eerie courtyard where you will encounter the spooktacular gastronomy affair.

[Halloween Photo Contest] Stand a chance to win attractive dining vouchers when you ghouled-up for the night!

1. Follow and Tag @yinbarsingapore / @mimirestaurantsg / @zorbatavernasg
2. Ensure that your profile is set to public
3. Post the shot of your Halloween costume at any of the participating outlets and tag us
4. Get your friends to follow and tag as well to increase your chances of winning!

Contest ends on 31st October 2020 at 11:59 pm and the winners will be contacted via PM on 3 November 2020.

RawGround: Reference

RawGround (RG) features 12:00 – a vignette of 12 works.

This platform promulgates a curated mini-marathon that nurtures dialogue through enquiry and examination. Twelve short films released over twelve hours which are conducted by artists and non-practitioners, each investigating diverse subject matters.

This year, RAW Moves is proud to present a digitalised performance of RawGround: Reference.
References are the frameworks through which we develop several different facets of our lives – ourselves, others, the past and the present. It is through the dictates of our referential frameworks that we are able to make meaning of and participate in personal, cultural and national discourses. This vignette of 12 works touches on ‘Inclusivity’, ‘Empowerment’, and ‘Sensing’ – all of which interrogate various points of references including memory, heritage, culture, and technology.

RawGround: Reference features original research, performances, and recordings by Akanksha Raja, Aneesha Shetty, Chok Si Xuan, Christoven Tan, Edward Tan, Lee En Jie, Matthew Goh, Melyn Chow, Stephanie Yoong, Timothy Tan and Titisa Jeamsakul (Ice).

Programme Order (Hourly Launch) for 28 Nov 2020

12:00pm         My Pa’s Colors by Titisa Jeamsakul (Ice)
1:00pm           A Whimsical World by Stephanie Rae Yoong
2:00pm           It’s Hard to Explain by Akanksha Raja
3:00pm           The Board by Matthew Goh
4:00pm           Faces by Lee En Jie
5:00pm           Displaced Mathematics Articulated by Timothy Tan
6:00pm           Mimos: Extended Bindings by Aneesha Shetty
7:00pm           you and i by Chok Si Xuan
8:00pm           Tea Party by Lee En Jie
9:00pm           Changi 10th Milestone by Edward Tan
10:00pm         BLIP by Christoven Tan
11:00pm         To hold & to have by Melyn Chow

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