A handpicked selection of the finest things to buy, fab places to try and fun things to do in Singapore

So maybe partying in the great outdoors isn't your calling. No worries, we've got your back. Welcome to part 2 of our best birthday bashes for kids! We've got play centres, pirates, pizza-making and lots more for all ages. Freezing Fun First up is a very cool party (we just had to...) at Snow City where kids can ski, slip, or slide on the snow. The snow tubes are a blast! Older ones will love this. Where: Snow City Building, 21 Jurong Town Hall, Road, Singapore 609433, p. 6560 2306 Ooh Arr, Me Hearties! Centre Stage will put on a fabulous Pirates Party with games ...read more

Think you're doing everything right but still can't shake off that midday slump? It's time to go low GI. First up, this GI has nothing to do with the action figures you played with when you were younger. The Glycaemic Index ranks carbohydrates according to their effect on your blood glucose levels. High GI carbs cause glucose levels to spike and drop quickly, resulting in that 3pm slump. But low GI foods steady your glucose levels, giving you longer-lasting energy and keeping hunger at bay. Switching to low GI carbs can be tricky (not to mention hard to find here), so The Travelling Dietitian has ...read more

Olá, folks! We're writing this from the always sunny, party paradise of Rio... If only. But in our second installment of Show Us Your Party, newlyweds Suzi and Robert Buckley share photos from their Brazilian wedding, and now we're stricken with total Brazil fever. The generous and fun-loving duo, wedded Feb 24 this year, invited friends from all around the world (they're a well-travelled pair) to share in their week-long, event-packed wedding celebration in Brazil. From dealing with a nightmare wedding planner who stalled the ceremony by an hour to paragliding, dancing in flip-flops, and cocktail parties? This couple has had a roller-coaster of ...read more

So it's been a long week at work and you just want to spend Friday night on the couch with some beer and a bag of chips... except there's none in your fridge. Or maybe you just returned from a weekend away and are in dire need of some essentials... once again, the cupboards are empty. Familiar story? We hear you. The solution - the new online grocer RedMart , a revolutionary store that delivers straight to your doorstep within 6 hours! RedMart carries a huge selection of household essentials, groceries, and personal care products. Looking for your favourite European beer, wine or sparkling water? ...read more

Remember the last time you went to school, had fun, learnt something you could actually use, and didn't have to pay a single cent? Yep - neither do we. But there's a new school on the block that's about to make that happen. Folks, meet trade school singapore. Yes, this school offers fun classes, and you can take 'em for free! (We know, sounds totally unreal.) Instead of paying for classes, students barter for knowledge - they fulfill teachers' wish lists by "paying" for classes with items that teachers request. And while that just sounds like using what would have been school fees to pay ...read more

Smack My Beach Up Party till sundown (and then some) with pole dancers, fire twirlers, bikini girls, and super hot DJs, CATSONCR*CK, Mera Jin & Jah. Remember: what happens at TBC... stays in TBC. When: Sun, 20 May 2012, 2pm-12midnight Where: Tanjong Beach Club, 120 Tanjong Beach Walk, Sentosa, Singapore 098942, p. 6270 1355 Eco Warriors Learn about those nasties in your toxic household cleaners, then learn how to make your own all-natural cleaners at home - with ingredients you'll find in most cupboards. This class is hands-on, so you'll even take home what you make! When: Sat, 19 May 2012, 1030am-1230pm, $25 incl. snacks, ...read more

Remember all the times you had to move? From the packing and the cleaning, to the paper cuts and the misplaced homewares - the process is a total nightmare. And if you're moving to a new country, there are tedious (and very intimidating) tasks like visa applications and real estate hunting to tackle. Take it from us: Santa Fe Relocation Services will make moving anywhere in the world a total cinch. These guys have revolutionized the art of moving. They'll handle everything from visa applications to school hunting and property searching. They'll even relocate the family pet! To make the process dead simple, they conduct ...read more

All right, serial shoppers - it's game time. Here's part two of navigating next weekend's shopping bonanza, and this time we're all about Blueprint. Imagine more than 200 womenswear, menswear, and accessory brands from around the world all in one place. Plus, they'll be offering sample, seasonal and limited sales! Hello-o, As you can imagine, it's a total knock-out, so let's get acquainted with our top picks and the designers you must know. Yeojin Bae (AU) Honestly, we've never met an Australian designer we didn't like. Yeojin Bae's line of womenswear is a confluence of urban chic and classic silhouettes. Not one for trends? Definitely ...read more

Fashionistas, mark your calendars and ready your cards because it's time to do some serious shopping. Better yet, get your weekly fix with your man in tow 'cos there's plenty in store for him too! Come next weekend, you'll be laying hands on both local and international labels (from local talent Ong Shunmugam to UK-based Pointer Footwear) because both Blueprint and The Brandery Asia will be open to shoppers! Not familiar with the concept? We'll break it down for you. The Brandery Asia is an extension of the established Brandery show from Barcelona, Spain. Think of it as an international launch pad for urban, street, ...read more

You've seen our gift guide, checked out our dining guide, and now we've got one last tip for you. To really make a day for your Mum (or wife), why not create a homey brunch with personalized touches just for her? Militza Maury, the savvy eco-minded blogger behind Little Green Dot shows us how she threw her mum a sweet brunch with vintage touches. ...read more

These days tiny tots demand big birthday parties. Whatever they wish for - pirates, ponies, balloons or bubbles, we've selected some of the best birthday parties in town. This week it's all about having fun in the fresh air. Foam Fun For a splashing birthday by the beach, head to brand new Port of Lost Wonder Kids Club in Sentosa for a pirates or princess party. We love the foam pool! Where:Port of Lost Wonder, 54 Palawan Beach Walk, Sentosa, p. 9736 8672 Horsing Around Organise a pony party at Bukit Timah Saddle Club, complete with pony rides. Oh to be a child again! Definitely ...read more

For the most part, there are lots of cafes and restaurants that let you bring your dog, provided you sit outside. But not every café gives our favourite furry friends the VIP treatment. Here are four spots we're really loving: K9 Kulture Solely dedicated to dogs, K9 Kulture is a godsend for busy working owners. They provide a doggie daycare service and have outfitted their premises with two swimming pools for the dogs! They also have a K9 Kafé that has great food for both two-legged or four-legged company. We recommend heading down and letting pooch go for a swim in their salt-chlorinated water, then ...read more

Let's face it; this week is the perfect week to treat yourself, being Mothers Day this Sunday and all. Our pick? A gift that keeps on giving - like Bellabox. What is it? A monthly box of deluxe beauty products delivered to your doorstep. What'll cost? Just $15 a month (crazy, we know... and postage IS included!) Hard to believe, but it's true, five travel-sized beauty products, beautifully wrapped and boxed are handpicked by the gurus behind Bellabox. Theysource only renowned international brands, some of cult status. These products are often yet to hit the stores and best of all, they're individually tailored to your ...read more

Art Attack Ian Davenport, a seriously brilliant British artist, is staging his inaugural solo exhibition in Singapore. A former Turner Prize nominee, Davenport creates his paintings by pouring the paint over the body of a working space with an industrial syringe, resulting in a visual language rooted in colour, rhythm, timing, control, and chance. When: Sat 11 May - 20 Jul 2012 Where: Art Plural Gallery, 38 Armenian Street, Singapore 179942, Mon-Sat 11am-7pm Very Short International Film Fest Calling all film buffs - this international film fest should not be missed! The VSIFF is an international competition in which anyone can enter films of 3 ...read more

Sometimes the local community calls for help, and this is one of those times... On Easter Monday, nine-year-old Ali Layard was involved in a serious accident in the UK, in which he suffered severe injuries to his knees and lower legs. After being air-lifted to a nearby specialist hospital he was seen or operated on by no fewer than 17 doctors in the next few hours (on an Easter Monday remember!). They were able to save his life, and they are now they're trying to save his legs. Ali, an avid sportsman who recently made the Somerset Junior Cricket Academy, faces multiple operations involving muscle ...read more