The Bridge Project

Catch The Winter's Tale by William Shakespeare starring Simon Russell Beale, Sinead Cusack, Rebecca Hall, Richard Easton, Josh Hamilton and Ethan Hawke at the Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay from 26 to 31 March 2009.

Directed by Sam Mendes (Academy award winner for American Beauty), this production falls under The Bridge Project - a new transatlantic venture between Mendes, Brooklyn Academy of Music and The Old Vic in London which is run by Kevin Spacey.

As Singapore Repertory Theatre is one of the five co-commissioners to have created this prestigious production, Singapore will be the first and only Asian stop on the world tour calender for 2009.

Singapore will be the first – and only Asian stop – on the world-tour in 2009, which will be presented in collaboration with Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay.

There are only 8 shows, so book your tickets early!

Early Easter Pressie from Sony

This egg-shaped MP3 player / speaker dances and spins to the rhythm of 2GB worth of songs, entertaining you with its (slick) moves while playing your favourite tunes.

Key Features:
o High quality integrated speakers
o 2GB flash memory
o Supported music formats : MP3, AAC
o Built-in Bluetooth™ music playback function
o Interface: Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 Compliant)
o Attached with PC Software (Rolly™ Choreographer)

Sony's Rolly retails at S$599.00 (inclusive of GST) and is now available in stores. Learn more.

Shangri-La Hotel, Tokyo Opened on 2 March

Shangri-La Hotels & Resorts have just opened their first hotel in Japan to much fanfare on 2 March. This 202-room hotel is located conveniently in a 37-floor, mixed-use building next to Tokyo Station.

To celebrate its opening, Shangri-La Hotel, Tokyo will be offering a special stay package from now to 12 April 2009, a Deluxe room will cost JPY110,000 per night (tax and service charge excluded), including breakfast and opening commemorative gift created by Robbe & Berking.

Lunchtime Madness with Jetstar

Sake connoisseurs can explore an extensive range of sake such as Tamba Gura, and Kan Nihon Kai in addition to new Sake-based cocktails at Keyaki Bar, Pan Pacific Hotel.

To complement the tipple, enjoy complimentary pass-around tapas (5pm to 9pm only) or the a la carte Sushi and Sashimi selection.

Please email or call 6826 8240 for enquiries or reservations.

HEADS UP: Listings to come!

Just a summary of postings to come in the next couple of days.

Golden Village's Kids Watch For Free

The first Shangri-La Hotel opened in Tokyo on 2 March 2009

More events at National Musuem of Singapore

FLASH YOUR AGE! - a new age-based dining discount programme starting on 17 March

Upcoming events at Esplanade

Food promos from Pan Pacific

Women's Blogger Directory

A big shout-out to Alana from Women's Blogger Directory.
It's great what you've started.

Kudos to you!

In Celebration of International Women's Day

TOPLESS CARWASH
By Sony Entertainment Television

Where: Dempsey Hill, Carpark outside Quaruba'r
When: Saturday, 7 March. From 1 to 3pm
What: A carwash by topless hunks. Freebies including a mio TV Goodie Bag
$$$: Free for all lady drivers.
For Whom: In benefit of the Singapore Breast Cancer Foundation.

Please donate GENEROUSLY!

Blog Shop Updates

The Blush Inc
Back orders re-opened for Party Ribbon tops.

Paper Girls Shop
Listed a new line - CHASE. First collection launched.
Cessation of membership system and clothing exchange system.

The Right Avenue
New collection of dresses available now.

A Lunch Affair and A Dinner Revelry

The culinary creations of Group Masterchef Chan Kwok are now available in specially crafted lunch and dinner menus starting from $42 per person.

Featuring delicacies like traditional Cantonese delights such as Sauteed Sliced Duck and Braised Shark's Fin. Only available at Hua Ting.

Lunch Menu . Dinner Menu .

For reservations, email or call 6739 6666.

HEADS UP: New Promotion

Look out for more information on a NEW exciting age-based discount promotion on In The Loop next week.

$15 Set Lunch at Clarke Quay

15 outlets in Clark Quay (CQ) are offering set lunch specials at $15 nett each from Monday to Friday, excluding Public Holiday, between 12pm and 3pm. Free lunchtime parking for those who drive.

Spend a minimum of $15 during lunch at CQ and you will be eligible for the CQ Lunch&Win SMS Draw. Win one of three $300 Clarke Quay dining vouchers every month!

A Grand Draw awaits with up to $10,000 worth of luxury holiday accommodations and CQ dining vouchers.

Participating Outlets:
Bayang Coffee Club Haagen-Dazs Hooters Singapore Hot Stones Steak & Seafood Restaurant Ivory - The Indian Kitchen and Lounge Bar Kura no Naka Japanese Restaurant Le Noir Lotus Grill Mama's Caribbean Bar Marrakesh - Morrocan Lounge & Bar Ras The Essence of India Renn Thai The TENT Mongolian Fresh Grill & Bar Tomo Izakaya

For more info, visit www.clarkequay.com.sg/lunchtime.htm.

The Line Turns 4 on 16 March 2009

To commemorate this special event, diners can enjoy 40% off their food bill during weekday lunch as well as dinner on Monday, 16 March. Special dinner price of $68++ daily will apply during this promotion, including themed nights when there are free flow of wines, beers and soft drinks.

A special dinner party will take place on 16 March with live entertainment from kitchen percussionist, Strikeforce! and an enhanced spread.

Awesome prizes to be won in the lucky draw including having one of Shangri-La's chefs whip up a meal for up to 10 persons (valued at $2000), resort stays in Hong Kong, Boracay and Kota Kinabalu as well as dining vouchers from the hotel's other restaurants.

Get in Line at 6213 4275 or email Dining Reservations. For other promotions, visit website or Indulgence.

Sony Electronics Asia Pacific Launched Next-Gen Digital Voice Recorders

Sony launched its next generation of digital voice recorders with five new models from the entry-level BX, PC-linked PX and premium SX-series, to cater to a wide variety of recording needs.

The new digital voice recorders feature high-quality recording modes and are able to store up to 1,505 hours worth of recordings with 4GB storage capacity.

Check out http://www.sony-asia.com/ for more product information.

Sony World Photography Awards 2009 - Cannes

The shortlist for 2009's Sony World Photography Awards (SWPA) was announced on 24 February 2009 - consisting of 186 exceptional photographers from 43 different countries. Vincent Foong, a Singaporean photographer, has been shortlisted under Natural History under the Amateur photographers' category.

Finalists of each category will be announce on 17 March 2009 and will be honoured in the SWPA Award Ceremony and Gala Dinner in Cannes on 16 April 2009.

Photography enthusiasts can learn more at http://www.worldphotographyawards.org/

Singtel Launches Google Phone

SingTel Dream, the first AndroidTM-powered phone is now available with Singtel. The phone is powered by the Google-developed AndroidTM, a mobile operating system.

The device combines full-touch-screen capabilities and a QWERTY keyboard with a mobile web experience that includes popular applications like Google Search and Google Maps. Customers can also access AndroidTM Market, which hosts unique applications from worldwide developers.

Be among the first to get the SingTel Dream phone and enjoy an exclusive promotional free data bundle with unlimited data usage for the first month upon purchase of the phone. Offer valid for a limited period only. T&Cs apply.

For more information, visit http://home.singtel.com/singtel/index.html#dream

Elderton Wine Dinner at Ritz Carlton

EVENT Details: 10 March 2009, 7.30 pm
Millenia 9 @ Ritz Carlton
Priced at S$188++ per person

Indulge in an evening of fine food, great company and casual ambience at the one-night only Elderton Wine pairing dinner.

Featuring a six-course set dinner, Cameron Ashmead, Co-Managing Director of Elderton Wines will also be present to mingle with diners and exchange views on the award-winning shiraz and cabernet sauvignon wines.

For reservations, please call Restaurant Reservations at 6434 5288.

Les Amis adds CÉPAGE to its portfolio

Les Amis launched CÉPAGE in Hong Kong's Starstreet on 18 February 2009.

This new restaurant will bring to Hong Kong the same award-winning "blend" of exquisite French-Mediterranean fare, fine wine lists and personalised service that has made Les Amis one of Singapore's legendary fine dining restaurant for the past 14 years.

Location: 23 Wing Fung Street
Reservations: Call (852) 2861 3130
Website: www.lesamis.com.sg

Free WIFI and wired Internet at Shangri-La

Shangri-La Hotels & Resorts have became the first international hotel group to offer free WIFI and wired Internet to every guest since January 2009 at all 60 of its Shangri-La and Traders hotels and resorts.

In response to the current economic downturn and its impact on business travel budgets, all Shangri-La guests will now enjoy unlimited high-speed Internet access in all areas of every one of the group’s hotels, including guestrooms, public areas, restaurants, lounges and function areas.

To learn more, visit http://www.shangri-la.com/.

Durian Fiesta 2009

The annual Goodwood Park Hotel Durian Fiesta returns with an exciting range of Durian pastries and cakes, each filled with the riches and goodness of D24 Durians from 1 March to 10 August!

Apart from the signature Durian Puffs and legendary Durian Mousse Cake, the range also includes all-time favourites such as the Durian Crepe, Durian & Crunchy Hazelnut Tartlet, Durian Pudding and Durian Roll. Back by popular demand is the fragrant Durian, Pandan & Coconut Cake and Durian Oreo Cake!

Available at the Deli for takeaway. To order, please call 6730 1786, fax 6737 4073 or visit Goodwood Park Hotel's Deli from 9am to 9pm daily.