Your ultimate guide to everything fabulous and fun in Singapore

There is something wonderful about a new year... New ideas, new aspirations, new plans and fresh starts. So something we have been meaning to share with our audience for a while is some more about us - the honeycombers gals, and a new year is a perfect time to start. If you have wondered who we are, our favourite secret places in Singapore and what we like to drink, we're happy to share - especially if your buying! Editor: Christine Edwards Where is home? Bondi, Byron Bay, Sydney, Singapore and anywhere else my hubby takes me. What were you doing ...read more

Borders Wheelock has closed down, but don't panic! There are still plenty of places to source great reads...plus lots of book shops centres to loiter around in. Here is where to get your book fix now Borders has shut... Books Actually Books Actually is a staunch supporter of local writers and marries high literature with a whimsical, quirky charm. Vintage collectible books, Singaporean hardbacks and fun knick knacks sit alongside great fiction. See, a love of Tolstoy can still mean you are funky and interesting. Woods in the Books Like the delicious Books Actually for picture books, they stock classics ...read more

So you have precious stones, gem stones, semi-precious stones, crystalline rock, polished stones, cut stones, organic rocks, peals, opals, rubies, sapphires, rare stones, jadeite, nephrite, diamonds and pink diamonds - are you a Rhinestone Cowboy when it comes to your gems? [Looks of confusion] We all love our gemstones, but how much do we really know about the precious minerals and organic gems we wear? Do you use the 'tooth test' when buying pearls? If you lightly rub your front teeth over the surface of natural or cultured pearls, you will feel a gritty sensation; do this on any imitation ...read more

So you have a great business idea and just need to know where to start. Here's a guide to setting up a company in Singapore. 1. Think of a name This sounds simple, but can be tough. Your company name needs to be catchy, memorable and meaningful. So gather your mates, as a brain storming session is required for this one. 2. Registration If you are a sole-proprietorship or partnership you can register your business online via ACRA's bizfile, all you need is a Singpass. Alternatively a professional firm such as an accountant or lawyer can do this for you. ...read more

Ever find yourself counting your lucky stars? Thinking man, life is so good, something will have to go wrong soon... What if I got REALLY sick and needed to go to hospital for a week, a month, or even longer? And how would I pay for it? These are very real questions. And we don't want to scare you, but you need to ensure you are sorted when it comes to medical costs. That way you can sleep like a baby at night and know that you and your family are covered. So where do you start? Right here. The ...read more

Whether you can't boil an egg or you want to master the souffle... pick a class and head to school! Raffles Culinary Academy With classes on most days, this school focuses on international cuisines and various specialty classes. It includes hands-on cooking, demonstrations, chef's table and a private dining room. Where: Raffles Hotel Singapore, 1 Beach Road p. 6412 1256 Coriander Leaf With roots in South Asia, the Middle East and the Orient, this is the place to go for 'pan-Asian', simple, creative interpretations. Think crab cakes served with a home-made tomato chutney, Tandoori Chicken with cucumber relish, mint chutney ...read more