Sparklette 2.0

Sparklette 2.0

Site News

After 3 long years, Sparklette has undergone an overhaul! That’s a long time for a website like this. Aside from the obvious cosmetic differences, here are a few of the changes: Improved categorisation of content Find what you need in a quicker...


Claypot Fun – At the Playground

Claypot Fun – At the Playground

Dining

What first strikes you is the aroma wafting in the air. Next is the sight of a packed restaurant where claypot dishes fill every table, and a long line of eager customers waiting on. This describes a typical scene at Claypot Fun. (The word “fun”...


Chili’s Grill and Bar – Hot Stuff!

Chili’s Grill and Bar – Hot Stuff!

Dining

Tip: To set the mood, listen to Chili’s Radio Network while reading this post. They have some GREAT music over there! With a name like Chili’s, you can be sure that the food is sizzling hot and packed with flavor! Chili’s Grill and Bar,...


Swensen’s 1-for-1 Lunch Treats – Back by Popular Demand!

Swensen’s 1-for-1 Lunch Treats – Back by Popular Demand!

Dining

Update: The promotion has been extended indefinitely. Remember this one? Swensen’s 1-for-1 weekday lunch promotion is back! From now ’til end February, you can enjoy this promotion at all Swensen’s restaurants between the lunch hours...


Best of Sparklette 2009

Best of Sparklette 2009

Site News

This has been a great year for me in so many different ways, and that includes this blog, too. As the year draws to an end, I thought it would be a good idea to highlight the most read posts and active commentators on Sparklette for 2009. At this moment...


Christmas Tree of the Day #12 (2009 Edition) – This Tree’s Got Balls!

Christmas Tree of the Day #12 (2009 Edition) – This Tree’s Got Balls!

Holidays

For 2009, the last (but not least) of the Christmas Tree of the Day series hails from Tanglin Mall. Made up of spheres and sprinkled with hundreds of twinkling lights, it is certainly an eye-catching piece of work. Looking at the Christmas decorations,...


Christmas Tree of the Day #11 (2009 Edition) – Crystal Tree at Bugis Junction

Christmas Tree of the Day #11 (2009 Edition) – Crystal Tree at Bugis Junction

Holidays

The Christmas Tree of the Day series has been running on Sparklette since 2006. You get 12 Christmas trees for the 12 days leading up to Christmas. It has become almost customary to feature at least one tree that is encrusted with sparkling jewels each...


Christmas Tree of the Day #10 (2009 Edition) – Beary Christmas at Takashimaya

Christmas Tree of the Day #10 (2009 Edition) – Beary Christmas at Takashimaya

Holidays

Here’s to an extra cuddly Christmas — an entire Christmas tree made of teddy bears! How very adorable! Shoppers can look forward to admiring these lovable teddy bear trees at Takashimaya every Christmas. One year they had black and sparkly...


36 Festive Goodies and Recipes for a Merry Christmas!

36 Festive Goodies and Recipes for a Merry Christmas!

Dining / Holidays

Do you want to make this Christmas extra memorable? Within this compilation you will find various ideas and recipes that you can use to make your own Christmas-themed desserts, dinner and snacks. These include timeless classics like chocolate log cake...


Christmas Tree of the Day #9 (2009 Edition) – Singapore’s Tallest Christmas Tree

Christmas Tree of the Day #9 (2009 Edition) – Singapore’s Tallest Christmas Tree

Holidays

Singapore Flyer, the giant observation wheel not unlike the London Eye, is said to be the largest in the world at 165 meters. This Christmas, the iconic wheel has a new addition. Displayed proudly at its pillar center is an illuminated 83 meter tall Christmas...



Christmas Tree of the Day #8 (2009 Edition) – A Nautical & Nice Christmas

Christmas Tree of the Day #8 (2009 Edition) – A Nautical & Nice Christmas

Holidays

This year, Bugis Junction brings a white Christmas to tropical Singapore! Check out their amazing Christmas tree. Can you spot the theme? Yes, it’s maritime, complete with sailboats and life buoys and all. Is that unique or what? Not only is this...


Christmas Tree of the Day #7 (2009 Edition) – Upside-Down Tree at Tampines One

Christmas Tree of the Day #7 (2009 Edition) – Upside-Down Tree at Tampines One

Holidays

We have just crossed the halfway point of this 12-part series! Now it’s the time to mix things up a bit and turn things ’round a little. So, I present a quirky Christmas tree to you for today, a tree that has literally been turned upside-down! An...


Christmas Tree of the Day #6 (2009 Edition) – Fluttering Butterfly Tree at Paragon

Christmas Tree of the Day #6 (2009 Edition) – Fluttering Butterfly Tree at Paragon

Holidays

Year after year, shoppers along Orchard Road are dazzled by the spectacular Christmas tree put up by the Paragon. The posh shopping mall never fails to come up with trees sporting the most sophisticated designs that befit its upscale status. In the past,...


Christmas Tree of the Day #5 (2009 Edition) – Silver Tree at the Heeren

Christmas Tree of the Day #5 (2009 Edition) – Silver Tree at the Heeren

Holidays

Silver bells, silver bells It’s Christmas time in the city Ring a ling, hear them ring Soon it will be Christmas day Today’s Tree of the Day is all decked out in silver! Spotted outside the Heeren along Orchard Road, everything, and I mean...


Christmas Tree of the Day #4 (2009 Edition) – Ferrero Rocher Chocolate Tree

Christmas Tree of the Day #4 (2009 Edition) – Ferrero Rocher Chocolate Tree

Holidays

Ferrero Rocher chocolates are probably amongst the most popular and versatile gifts that you can give or receive at Christmas. Romantic boyfriends present it to their sweethearts in the form of a Ferrero Rocher bouquet. Friends give it to one another...


Christmas Tree of the Day #3 (2009 Edition) – Spanking New Tree at Tiong Bahru Plaza

Christmas Tree of the Day #3 (2009 Edition) – Spanking New Tree at Tiong Bahru Plaza

Holidays

When I popped by Tiong Bahru Plaza recently, I was thrilled to see a beautiful Christmas tree outside the mall. If memory serves, this is the first year that the suburb mall has erected any Christmas tree that is worthy of being photographed. Christmas...


Christmas Tree of the Day #2 (2009 Edition) – Fiery Red Tree at Orchard Central

Christmas Tree of the Day #2 (2009 Edition) – Fiery Red Tree at Orchard Central

Holidays

Red and green are the two primary colors that Christmas is normally associated with. For obvious reasons we see mostly green Christmas trees around. Have you ever seen one that is all red? Well, here’s one: This tall tree sprouts leaves in a bright...


Christmas Tree of the Day #1 (2009 Edition) – Giant Tree at Ngee Ann City

Christmas Tree of the Day #1 (2009 Edition) – Giant Tree at Ngee Ann City

Holidays

From now ’til Christmas, we are celebrating here with a special Christmas tree a day over a course of 12 days. If you visit Ngee Ann City at Christmas, there is one towering sight you definitely can’t miss. The giant flagship tree at the mall...


Thank You for the Gift of Hosting

Thank You for the Gift of Hosting

Site News

Yes, Sparklette is saved! On Tuesday, I posted about the imminent danger of this website being forced to shut down. Immediately, my Twitter stream and email were inundated with retweets and messages offering help and support. A surprising good number...


Sparklette Needs Your Help!

Sparklette Needs Your Help!

Site News

Update: Many generous offers came in moments after this post went up. Thanks to some truly wonderful people, I think we’ll be fine after all! Sparklette sees 5,000 unique visitors daily or 150,000 visitors monthly, and is a member of the 9rules...