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A Garden of Healing

Fast Facts At 2.5 hectares, and with a collection of 500 plants with medicinal properties,

Walking with Giants

A visit to the Bukit Timah Reserve offers a lesson in nature conservation from the ancients.

Category Issue 12 Vol 1/2012 Lifestyle | Topics Bukit Timah Nature Reserve Eco-Activities Forests Nature Parks & Reserves Nature Walks | Leave a comment

Two Ladies and the Printing Press

Near the exit of the Marketplace at last November’s 20th World Orchid Conference, surrounded by

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Two Bikes and A PCN: An Unexpected Marriage Proposal

When should a cycling enthusiast propose to the girl he loves? During a cycling trip,

Category Issue 12 Vol 1/2012 Lifestyle | Topics Park Connectors Personality Profile | Leave a comment

Blooming Wedding Bells: A Tropical English Garden Wedding

A young woman’s dream of getting married in an English Garden setting came true amidst the splendour of HortPark.

Category Issue 11 Vol 4/2011 Lifestyle | Topics HortPark Personality Profile | Leave a comment

The Istana’s Green Guardian

Located in the heart of the city, the Istana is a green lung amid Singapore’s

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Running In The Great Outdoors

Derrick Siu, 38, is a Power98 radio DJ, TV host, emcee, voice-over artist and actor.

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On The Trail Of Spice History

What do chocolates have in common with ancient gods? Aztec legends reveal that the cocoa

Category Issue 11 Vol 4/2011 Lifestyle | Topics Fort Canning Park Recipes | Leave a comment

Vineyard at HortPark: Great Food In A Garden

There is good food, and then there is good food which can be enjoyed in

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City Green: Family Fun At A Unique Eco-Park

Integrated with City Square Mall, City Green is a unique park that combines urban spaces with greenery, outdoor education and even a slice of local history.

Category Issue 10 Vol 3/2011 Lifestyle | Topics City & Heritage Parks Eco-Activities Family | Leave a comment

Seeing Green By Playing In Parks

The young participants in a myopia study enjoyed a great many park activities over a four-month period, while learning to love the outdoors.

Category Issue 10 Vol 3/2011 Lifestyle | Topics Family Nature Walks | Leave a comment

Baubles With A Green Message

If you thought that fine jewellery stands only for luxury and excess, think again. Local jewellery designer Choo Yilin uses jewellery design as a vehicle to share environmental messages.

Category Issue 10 Vol 3/2011 Lifestyle | Topics Eco-Activities IYF2011 Personality Profile | Leave a comment

Tampines Eco Green: An Ecological Jewel

Nestled amid the residences of Tampines, this unspoilt nature area is home to amazing flora and fauna – and feels like another world in the midst of its surrounding urban space.

Category Issue 10 Vol 3/2011 Lifestyle | Topics Local Fauna Local Flora Nature Parks & Reserves Nature Walks Tampines Eco Green | Leave a comment

Nature Through A Young Artist’s Eyes

Where other people see dead leaves and flowers, Raffles Girls’ School student Myrth Tan sees art.

Category Issue 10 Vol 3/2011 Lifestyle | Topics Dairy Farm Nature Park Eco-Activities | Leave a comment

Getting To Know The City In A Garden

For Alli and Kyle Proffitt, living and playing in Singapore has been a green journey of constant discovery.

Category Issue 9 Vol 2/2011 Lifestyle | Topics Eco-Activities MacRitchie Reservoir Park Park Connectors Sports | Leave a comment

A Dog’s Life In The Lion City

At the Dog Run at West Coast Park, the Singapore Kennel Club regularly holds events catered specially to pooches and their owners.

Category Issue 9 Vol 2/2011 Lifestyle | Topics Coastal Parks Family West Coast Park | Leave a comment

A Garden Proposal – She Said Yes!

The Singapore Botanic Gardens provided the perfect ambience for journalist Desmond Lim to pop the big question to his girlfriend.

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The Rockin’ Outdoors: Concerts At Fort Canning

Located in the heart of the city, this well-beloved park attracts high-energy performances by global artistes, as well as appreciative audiences.

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A Fine Dining Gem At Labrador Nature Park

Labrador Nature Park is well known for its historical significance, coastal shoreline, and rustic beauty.

Category Issue 9 Vol 2/2011 Lifestyle | Topics Dining Nature Parks & Reserves | Leave a comment

The Roots Of A Birthday Celebration

One bright sunny Saturday morning, three generations of this family celebrated a birthday by planting 14 trees along the MacRitchie Nature Trail.

Category Issue 8 Vol 1/2011 Lifestyle | Topics Family MacRitchie Reservoir Park Plant-A-Tree Trees | Leave a comment

‘Tis The Season To Be… Green

The 2010 Christmas season was an opportune time for many organisations to give something back to the environment.

Category Issue 8 Vol 1/2011 Lifestyle | Topics Eco-Activities Plant-A-Tree | Leave a comment

A ‘Happee’ Day At HortPark

The young folks from the Children Cancer Foundation played their hearts out at a carnival held at HortPark on 31 October 2010.

Category Issue 8 Vol 1/2011 Lifestyle | Topics Events Family HortPark | Leave a comment

Gourmet Pleasures In The Ginger Garden

At Halia, you can enjoy the unique experience of fine dining within a lush green setting.

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A Concert Fit For Kings

The Kings of Freedom Concert at Bedok Reservoir Park was a star-studded event with a meaningful message to the youth of today.

Category Issue 8 Vol 1/2011 Lifestyle | Topics Bedok Reservoir Park Concerts & Performances Events Riverine Parks | Leave a comment

The Anti-Littering Movement Goes Online

The recent anti-littering video competition organised by NParks saw a great many creative, quirky and artistic interpretations of the green message.

Category Issue 7 Vol 4/2010 Lifestyle | Topics Eco-Activities | Leave a comment

Mid-Autumn Magic At Bishan Park

Under the light of the harvest moon, families and friends came together for a candlelit evening of mooncakes and merriment.

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Cast Your Lines at Bedok Jetty

Anglers of all ages and experience levels gather at this popular fishing spot at East Coast Park, which offers both shallow and deep water fishing.

Category Issue 7 Vol 4/2010 Lifestyle | Topics Coastal Parks East Coast Park Sports | Leave a comment

A Feast Fit for Kings, in the Heart of the City

For your fix of good Japanese food at reasonable prices, head to Sakura International Buffet Restaurant, located conveniently at Dhoby Ghaut Green.

Category Issue 7 Vol 4/2010 Lifestyle | Topics City & Heritage Parks Dhoby Ghaut Green Dining | Leave a comment

Zooming in on Safety with Skateline

Safety is a top priority for Skateline, which conducts skating lessons and also promotes safe, responsible park usage while skating or cycling.

Category Issue 7 Vol 4/2010 Lifestyle | Topics Bishan Park East Coast Park Riverine Parks Sports | Leave a comment

A Design For Life

Damian Tang shares insights into his award-winning Singapore Garden Festival fantasy garden, and about his work as an NParks landscape architect.

Category Issue 6 Vol 3/2010 Lifestyle | Topics Events | Leave a comment

Mushroom Cafe Blooms At MacRitchie Reservoir Park

Savoury delights await at this park, ranging from light snacks to substantial meals, and even refreshing desserts!

Category Issue 6 Vol 3/2010 Lifestyle | Topics Dining MacRitchie Reservoir Park Riverine Parks | 2 Comments

A Belly Good Dance Class at Pasir Ris Park

An early-morning dance session makes for a fun and unique workout, amid the refreshing morning air and verdant surroundings.

Category Issue 6 Vol 3/2010 Lifestyle | Topics Coastal Parks Fitness Pasir Ris Park | Leave a comment

Earth Day – With A Touch Of Kindness

On the 40th anniversary of Earth Day, Pasir Ris Park celebrated by showing a little kindness to its mangroves, and to some special friends from the Handicaps Welfare Association, NParks’ adopted charity.

Category Issue 6 Vol 3/2010 Lifestyle | Topics Coastal Parks Eco-Activities Events Pasir Ris Park | Leave a comment

Labrador: Where History and Beauty Meet

A walk through Labrador Nature Reserve uncovers relics of long-ago history, alongside the area’s rich flora and fauna.

Category Issue 6 Vol 3/2010 Lifestyle | Topics DIY Labrador Nature Reserve Nature Parks & Reserves Nature Walks | Leave a comment

Seafood Special: New Eats In the East!

Check out the East Coast Seafood Centre’s newest tenants, which have introduced various new dining experiences since the centre’s recent revamp.

Category Issue 5 Vol 2/2010 Lifestyle | Topics Coastal Parks Dining East Coast Park | 2 Comments

Laughter In The Park

Every Tuesday evening, Laughter Yoga enthusiasts gather at HortPark for a rollicking good time.

Category Issue 5 Vol 2/2010 Lifestyle | Topics HortPark Sports | 1 Comment

Spice Up Your Life!

The Kitchen Garden at Pasir Ris Park is a delightful experience, where children get a first-hand experience of how vegetables are grown.

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A Slice of History With Your Meal, Sir?

Beaulieu House at Sembawang Park has attentive service and exceptional food, topped with a slice of history.

Category Issue 5 Vol 2/2010 Lifestyle | Topics Coastal Parks Dining Sembawang Park | 2 Comments

An Escape Into The Southern Ridges

A relaxing walk along the Southern Ridges proves to be a refreshing experience with nature.

Category Issue 5 Vol 2/2010 Lifestyle | Topics DIY Nature Walks Southern Ridges | Leave a comment

Journey Through The West

In the famous Chinese classical novel ‘Journey To The West’, the Monkey God and his

Category Issue 4 Vol 1/2010 Lifestyle | Topics Park Connectors | Leave a comment

Afternoon Delight: Sweet Treats at Bishan Park

Parks are probably the last place you would find me at mid-day. Don’t get me

Category Issue 4 Vol 1/2010 Lifestyle | Topics Bishan Park Dining Riverine Parks | Leave a comment

A Chugging Good Time

I spent a considerable part of my childhood in Tiong Bahru as my family used

Category Issue 4 Vol 1/2010 Lifestyle | Topics City & Heritage Parks Family Tiong Bahru Park | Leave a comment

Home-cooked Goodness In A Garden

I was pretty stoked about my mission to review Oasis Taiwan Porridge Restaurant at Toa

Category Issue 4 Vol 1/2010 Lifestyle | Topics Community Parks Dining Toa Payoh Town Park | Leave a comment

Going Green With Blue Jeans

You’ve owned your favourite pair of jeans for the better part of this decade, and

Category Issue 4 Vol 1/2010 Lifestyle | Topics Eco-Activities Events Plant-A-Tree | Leave a comment

Jump, Skate and Swave!

East Coast Park is a lively place, brimming with outdoor-loving teenagers and fun fads

Category Issue 3 Vol 3/2009 Lifestyle | Topics Coastal Parks East Coast Park Sports | 3 Comments

A Nature Park in Your Neighbourhood

When I first learnt of the new Dairy Farm Nature Park, I had been expecting

Category Issue 3 Vol 3/2009 Lifestyle | Topics Dairy Farm Nature Park Nature Parks & Reserves | Leave a comment

Beachfront Dining, Away from the Crowds

Changi Beach Park is, admittedly, much quieter than the comparatively hip and happening East Coast

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Contemporary Touches to Familiar Flavours

Thanks to Forrest Gump, I know that life can be likened to a box of

Category Issue 3 Vol 3/2009 Lifestyle | Topics Dining Singapore Botanic Gardens | Leave a comment

A Sunset to Remember

You would normally associate a meal at the beach with a smoky outdoor barbecue and

Category Issue 3 Vol 3/2009 Lifestyle | Topics Coastal Parks Dining East Coast Park | Leave a comment

Sunday Brunch in a Stylish Garden Setting

Your visit to East Coast Park becomes a little more than ordinary when you choose

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Sand-sational Fun

My daughter, Aerin, is part of the younger generation who is so used to playgrounds

Category Issue 2 Vol 2/2009 Lifestyle | Topics Coastal Parks East Coast Park Family | Leave a comment

Making Waves in the East

Living 10 minutes away from East Coast Park, I’ve often seen the colourful sails of

Category Issue 2 Vol 2/2009 Lifestyle | Topics Coastal Parks Dining East Coast Park Sports | Leave a comment

Spinning Wheels – Park Connectors in the South

(In a previous issue, we explored the features and facilities along the Park Connectors in

Category Issue 1 Vol 1/2009 Lifestyle | Topics Park Connectors | Leave a comment

Fort Canning Park

Given Singapore’s renowned status for being an urban jungle, Fort Canning Park is a welcome

Category Issue 1 Vol 1/2009 Lifestyle | Topics City & Heritage Parks Fort Canning Park | Leave a comment

Saturday Night Rollin’

It’s always hard to decide what to do on Saturday evenings. The choice of dinner,

Category Issue 1 Vol 1/2009 Lifestyle | Topics Park Connectors Sports | Leave a comment

Modern Thai Cuisine in a Park Setting

Light bossanova music greeted us when we stepped into the sleek, stylishly-decorated Kha restaurant at

Category Issue 1 Vol 1/2009 Lifestyle | Topics Dining HortPark | Leave a comment

Exploring the Southern Ridges

Joining the National Parks Board has broadened my appreciation for greenery overnight. Now I look

Category Issue 1 Vol 1/2009 Lifestyle | Topics Nature Walks Southern Ridges | Leave a comment

New PCN Pitstops in Parks

Six bicycle rental kiosks or ‘PCN Pitstops’ have been set up in four parks along

Category Issue 1 Vol 1/2009 Lifestyle | Topics Park Connectors | Leave a comment

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