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  • 8 July 2026

    The Inugami Curse by Seishi Yokomizo: A Review 

    1 July 2026

    Confucianism: On Wisdom, Virtue, and a Cultural Temple in Tainan, Taiwan

    24 June 2026

    How to Make Solid Perfume at Home: A Beginner’s Honest Guide

  • 17 June 2026

    Meditations (Things Unto Himself): A Masterclass to Life, Time, and Living Well

    10 June 2026

    Dream Cruise Review: Genting’s Resorts World Cruises from Singapore to Redang Island

    3 June 2026

    Snorkelling with Sea Turtles at Redang Island on a Dream Cruise Layover

  • 27 May 2026

    Slow Afternoons and Sweet Bites: Visiting The Garden by Afters Pastry at SKS City Mall

    20 May 2026

    See You When I See You: Handmade Soaps, New Beginnings, and the Gift of Goodbye

    13 May 2026

    Casa Vostra Singapore Review: One of the Best Homemade Italian Pasta Everyone Needs to Try

  • 6 May 2026

    My First Visit to Bird Paradise (Formerly Jurong Bird Park): A Day Full of Wonder

    29 April 2026

    Strange Pictures by Uketsu: A Visual Mystery That Gets Under Your Skin

    22 April 2026

    Strange Houses by Uketsu: A Floor Plan That Unravels Something Sinister

  • 15 April 2026

    Birthday Dinner at TANOKE Singapore: A Hidden Japanese Gem

    8 April 2026

    Xiaoliuqiu (Liuqiu), Taiwan: The Tiny Taiwan Island I’m Still Enamoured With

    1 April 2026

    The E-Reader That Made Me Fall Back in Love with Reading

  • 25 March 2026

    This Isn’t Love. It’s a Cycle.

    18 March 2026

    Zoo Johor 2026: Birds, Big Cats, and Baby Capybaras

    11 March 2026

    Ta.ti.do Coffee Roasters, Batam: Finding the Perfect Brew

  • 4 March 2026

    A Morning Adventure Guide: Visiting Panbil Nature Reserve and the Liminal Café in Batam

    17 February 2026

    Choosing Positivity in 2026: Chinese Zodiac Fortune Telling

    11 February 2026

    Atlas Beach Club Bali: Sunset Indulgence at the World’s Largest Beach Club in Canggu

  • 4 February 2026

    Bali Coffee Diaries: 3 Cafés Worth Slowing Down For

    28 January 2026

    Bali Food Diaries: Authentic Balinese Flavours in Indonesia

    21 January 2026

    5 Tips for Working Adults: How to Stay Sane, Set Boundaries, and Find Balance

  • 14 January 2026

    Johor Bahru in a Day: Antipodean Brunch, Escape Room & Sweet Treats

    7 January 2026

    The Blue Hour Book Review: Love, Obsession, and an Abrupt End

    31 December 2025

    Welcoming 2026: Grace, Growth, and Going With the Flow

  • 26 December 2025

    Frankenstein (2025): A Poetic and Philosophical Reimagining by Guillermo del Toro

    21 December 2025

    Christmas Afternoon Tea at ATLAS Singapore: A Festive Experience in Art Deco Grandeur

    15 December 2025

    JB Food Guide: 3 Recommended Cafés and Restaurants for Café Hopping in Johor Bahru

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D.A Little Farm: The Exotic Petting Zoo in JB
12 April 2025

I have finally boarded the bandwagon of spending time in Johor Bahru, Malaysia. With the trend of cafe hopping, our neighbouring country has brought it up a notch with petting …

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Listening to the Echoes of All The Flowers in ALIEN Art Centre
30 March 2025

Sifting through old photographs and dated diary posts made me feel regretful about my present, as if my past was so wondrous that everything that's happening in the present or …

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Exploring Anping: A Journey through History in Tainan, Taiwan
9 March 2025

I'd found unfinished drafts of my solo trip to Taiwan, and this year, I'm determined to share all the highlights from my travels. Join me as I revisit my day …

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Key Learnings from #DMWF 2025: Imagination Drives the World
2 March 2025

In a world overwhelmed by content and fleeting attention spans, imagination has become the driving force behind impactful marketing, and authenticity is the key to brand loyalty.  Attending the DMWF (Digital …

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My First Work Trip: A Whirlwind Adventure in Kuala Lumpur
23 February 2025

There’s a first time for everything, and earlier this week, I embarked on my very first work trip. The destination? Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia! Slowly but surely, I’m ticking off my …

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Explore Ancient Greece at E-DA Theme Park (義大遊樂世界) Taiwan
30 January 2025

When time travelling is not an option and money is a constraint, where can one go when one really, really wants to visit Greece? Welcome to E-DA Theme Park in Kaohsiung, …

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Dining in the Dark at Nox: A Feast for the Senses
19 January 2025

“Let's try dining in the dark!”  It had all begun with an intriguing invitation from my best friend. The concept has been around for some time, and it was only recently …

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Step into the Wizarding World: Harry Potter Visions of Magic
15 January 2025

"Harry —  yer a wizard" I'd waited to receive my acceptance letter to Hogwarts and soon I'd accepted my fate of being a muggle — until the exhibition arrived in Singapore! Calling …

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a little more time: a poetry chapbook
4 January 2025

The creative journey The evocative imagery and emotional depth found in poetry have always captivated me. In poems, a full tale unfolds, capturing raw emotions and fleeting moments of life in …

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2025: Embracing Growth and Gratitude in the New Year
1 January 2025

The countdown began, and so did the fireworks. The turning of a new page to the chapter titled 2025 rang loud and grand. A toast to the new year to …

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