Monthly archive June, 2011

When visiting a new city, many of us would spend hours doing research on what sights to see, where to eat and how to get around. Wouldn’t things be much simpler if you could ask a local? Better yet, have a local guide bring you around. You can explore the...
Hippopotamus Grill Restaurant is an established chain originating from France. Now in Singapore, ensconced in Marina Square, the steakhouse provides a wide selection of premium quality beef. Although Hippopotamus specialises in beef, they do have a small selection of French classics like escargots, foie gras, bone marrow and other main...
Nestled in a row of shops along Upper East Coast Road, Megumi Japanese Restaurant is perhaps one of the best Japanese restaurants in Singapore – a fact that residents of the east have been keeping mum about. Non-eastern dwellers need not miss out on good food as Megumi Japanese Restaurant...
Mackenzie Rex Restaurant has been cooking up a storm of wonderful dishes since 1966. It is one of my family’s favourite Chinese restaurants, and I plan to religiously bring my family here for every celebratory event like birthdays and holidays. And the best part? It is halal certified! Hot plate...
The Australian-inspired restaurant and bar Barossa has dished up a very tempting all-you-can-eat ribs promotion at Esplanade Mall. Vegetarians, you may want to give this a miss. We’re talking baby back ribs, lamb ribs and grilled pork in an eat-all-you-can feast that is a carnivore’s dream come true! Barossa at...
It takes plenty of resources to continually bring you fresh content, restaurant reviews and contest giveaways. This would not be possible without the following companies and friends that support Sparklette. I would like to thank all valued sponsors and partners for the month of May 2011, and tell you a...
Ever since Casa Tartufo (Italian for “House of Truffles”) opened in 2010, I have wanted to try out this Italian restaurant. It promises authentic Italian flavours based on fresh produce of the finest quality – and truffles, of course. Located at the heart of Forum The Shopping Mall, it is...
Launched slightly over a year ago, Scoop of Art is situated at the Marine Parade Community Club building. Some people travel across Singapore just to experience the unique concept of Scoop of Art, a café where you can not only enjoy quality desserts but at the same time create wonderful...