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  • 7 October 2026

    Kanbe Ramen Review: The Hakata-style Tonkotsu Ramen I Rave

    23 September 2026

    Finding Melody in the Poetry: A Review of Margaret Atwood’s Dearly

    16 September 2026

    Chasing Brunch and Trails: My FlagWhite Café Review in Bukit Timah, Singapore

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    A Garden, Briefly: An Evening at The Dead Poets Society Bar, Singapore

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    Singapore Quarry: A Hidden Nature Spot Near Bukit Timah

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    You Can Do Everything Right and Someone Still Might Not Like You

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

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

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    This Isn’t Love. It’s a Cycle.

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Wandering Through Time: A Dreamy Day in Phuket Old Town
18 May 2025

If you’re planning a trip to Phuket and want to experience something special beyond the beaches, Phuket Old Town is a must-visit. A place where pastel streets, rich culture, and …

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Sonder Review: Fine Dining with Euro-Asian Flair
4 May 2025

The concept of Restaurant Week, where food lovers can enjoy curated dining sets at exclusive prices in participating restaurants, was introduced to me by my dear friend Ziyi. This time, …

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A Culinary Dream at Blue Elephant in Phuket: My Royal Thai-Peranakan Feast
25 April 2025

Set within the historic Governor’s Mansion, a beautifully restored Sino-Portuguese building from the early 1900s, this restaurant is the epitome of history, culture, and culinary delight. Drawing from heritage recipes …

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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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