City Weekly, 29 November 1996
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Title Section24 1996-11-29 1 CITY Weekly THE ARTS, ENTERTAINMENT, FOOD AND RETAIL PArtH DISTRIBUTED FREE WITH THE STRAITS TIMES MITA (P) 114/10/96 FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29,1996 Vel.9 N 0.4724 words
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Advertisement228 1996-11-29 1 Noksniix Healthy, glossy skin coat for your pets. Proven results in four days. Available at selected APEX PHARMACIES, VET. CLINICS andPET SHOPS IVE YOUR A NEW LEASE OF LIFE With Hay’s Formula, you need no longer worry about hair problems like balding, hair loss, damaged hair, premature greying, dandruff, brittle228 words
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384 1996-11-29 2 BALVINDER SANDHU - By BALVINDER SANDHU SPENDING $40,000 just on toys is no big deal for this student. Hansen Khoo, 22, owns a massive toy collection, worth over $40,000. His biggest being his Star Wars collection, valued at $15,000. But the serious toy collector, who also owns384 words
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Article, Illustration551 1996-11-29 2 1,800 Darth Vader mask snapped up STAR WARS toys are making a comeback here and it is the adults who are buying them. The increase in sales was triggered by the release of the Star Wars box set last year. Adding to the interest is Takashimaya’s Star Wars live shows,551 words
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Advertisement90 1996-11-29 2 DELUX AIR-CONDmON ENGINEERING PTE LTD HDB APPROVED IRm 2 Rm» 3Rm 4 Rms 3 Rms Hall DAI KIN $l5OO $2780 $3860 $4630 $4850 SANYO $l6OO $2480 $3550 $3950 (3 Rms Exec) NATIONAL $l5OO $2500 $3780 $4900 GOLDSTAR $1335 $2550 $3700 V We specialise in Sales, Design, Installation Repairs. Maintenance Contract90 words
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Advertisement53 1996-11-29 2 Best Value Break! (School Holiday Special) ma/a/JSia JD PENANG +IN FREE $179 3DLANGKAWI 3D SABAH 3D KUCHING $299 $428 $368 4D LANGKAWI PENANG 4D PENANG GENTING $429 $479 Resorts rm a rit RESORTS TRAVEL PTE LTD 101 Ipper Cross Street #O2-52 A/ AA People's P»rk Centre Singapoft *****7 Tell 53453 words
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MY LITTLE SHOP
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Article, Illustration624 1996-11-29 4 PEARLIN SIOW - By PEARLIN SIOW THESE arresting outfits will bring out the woman in you. Halter-necks, long dresses with strategic slashes at the back, hipster pants that cling and seethrough shirts, these are just some of the creations of enterprising designer Carmen Enriquez.624 words
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Advertisement264 1996-11-29 4 insiuanci; PROMOTION I ivy I iiiiim- Sen kiut*IU iuu.il < M Knurl l .i\ .V’ii )isvi*imi on Ki-p.iir NN;ii'cr/l\ciliu.iioii ol limii.iiiva I'nlict l.\ic" I- rev Sen ice lor "uulinu lo Inseeiioii 2 I lin* lowinv* .ii I ree < oiiipnier I ’lurin'* l\ni i 11 /(»/*n miiim i ,\vti ilini;264 words
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Advertisement106 1996-11-29 4 OFFICE EQUIPMENT SALE Paper Shredder Made m USA PSBO. Black 1 year warranty W t—. Included) $l5O Cert Carry Chair Ojpbo*) $195 $229 Assorted Colour $6O Cash A Carry Diplomat fm resistance Sate $lBB (340rt(410Wx3750rrrp) Cash Cany Da«k with side ratom labia 3D Hanging Pedestal (w/o drair) 1600LabOwx750H -Cherry Colour106 words
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Advertisement56 1996-11-29 4 I FILING CABINETS CUPBOARDS LOCKERS SHEER) Half Height Cupboard $165.00 Cotour Grey, Beige, iLockers Brown/Beige 1,2 4 Compartment FREE DELIVERY 4D PRICE WITH OST Cabinet $186.00 Full Height Cupboard $186.00 30 Cabinet 2D Cabinet $176.00 $165.00 LIVING ROOM OFFICE SYSTEMS PTE LTD 20 Shaw Road, #Ol-02 Ching Shine Ind. Building,56 words
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Article271 1996-11-29 5 DRAMA “Jack and the Beanstalk”: A comedy for the whole family, it is based on the original fairy tale and will involve children from the audience. When: December 4, 5 and 13 at 7.30 pm; Dec 14 at 2.30 and 7 pm; Dec 15 at 2 and 6271 words
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ON THE SHELF
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Article154 1996-11-29 5 THIS lipstick is the ultimate in lip beauty. Kanebo’s T’estimo II Super Lipstick features a revolutionary formula which is longer-lasting, moisturises the lips better and is “non-transferring”. The secret, according to Kanebo, lies in a soft aqua gel net structure, which is formed by a blend154 words
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Advertisement327 1996-11-29 5 Kanebo Art Birough Technology I Only Wear Super Lip i 1 f Season dm tenon. year rfter year, TESTIMO sets the benchmark for longtesting IpetidL This year the TtSTWO SERIES is better than ever, with brand n«w formula tor avangraatsr results. This revolutionary formula creates a Soft Aqua Gal Net327 words
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Queensland Holidays
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Article, Illustration433 1996-11-29 6 CAIRNS and the tropical north of Queensland offer holiday-makers fun and adventure in one of the worlds most spectacular regions. Great beaches and exciting shopping and food are just some of the attractions that draw visitors to these sunblessed shores. Above all, adventure lovers433 words
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Advertisement221 1996-11-29 6 LATEST $6BO ONLY •k/a&ufco&neu MX 7000 (Now avoiloUe itr black) Specially designed for Home Karaoke, Sound Engineer, DJ, Karaoke Lounge Singer. Enhance your basic vocal to sound like a professional singer. Eliminate feedback and hum which can damage your speakers. Up to 8 microphone inputs. Enjoy singing as if you221 words
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Advertisement301 1996-11-29 6 T-Shirts and Queensland 'Holiday Giveaways! I: I the attraction in North Queensland that is a world-listed and a top priority for tourists, especially adventure lovers. stion 2: sides the Reef, name 2 other adventure activities that you can r enjoy while in Cairns. Waaldy Draw Prlzaa: 5 Queensland Tourist 6301 words
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THE ARTS
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Article, Illustration377 1996-11-29 7 NGIAU CHEAN FEI - By NGIAU CHEAN FEI THIS Chinese opera, with its local flavour and comic touch* will appeal to all. Practice Theatre Ensemble’s latest production, “The Soldier and His Virtuous Wife”, was originally a Chinese opera that was adapted as a musical comedy in Taiwan. Here,377 words
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202 1996-11-29 7 IF YOUR kids are already bored from the holidays, here's a great way to occupy them and bring out their creative side. The Act 3 Drama Academy will be holding an open house tomorrow and there will be activities galore for202 words
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Advertisement159 1996-11-29 7 Wf> ies c o *< 1000 m !hf ttSf*rPn.«ojJ N Ch.nesf'. M "Sales secretary M Vo o««.0.(.W» l i impress® l with herwo children ir>ing on' <*« for pre-schoolers such She said."» 5 8 p*,). U's inreresimg an as my 5-yeas old son- s®* l easy to understand rlv v'X're,159 words
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AT THE MOVIES
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Article, Illustration418 1996-11-29 8 NGIAU CHEAN FEI - Peter Greenaway’s latest film deals with obsession with writing By NGIAU CHEAN FEI WHETHER you love or hate director Peter Greenaway, you can’t ignore his films. “The Pillow Book”, his latest, is dream-like and as brilliant and twisted a tale as his best-known 1989 offering, “The Cook, the418 words
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RETAIL NEWS
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Article, Illustration517 1996-11-29 8 PEARLIN SIOW - By PEARLIN SIOW TO LEAD a dog’s life is not at all bad these days, especially when it has a doting owner. Not content with providing their pooches with food, titbits and shampoo for grooming, they are now buying clothes and accessories for their canine517 words
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Advertisement125 1996-11-29 8 r SAFE SOUND WITH THE CHAMPION IN ITS CLASS ASC complete line of high quality fire-resistant safes and cabinets offers a cost-efficient way to safeguard all your business records and documents. CS -150 EXT.DIM: H 670 x W 460 x D47omm —>Q CS-180 EXT.DIM: H 760 x W5OO x D49omm125 words
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Advertisement52 1996-11-29 8 jr IDEAL INTERIORS DECOR 9 -a Curt inil FREE SEWING FOR NORMAL PLEAT CURTAIN! All fabrics range from $l2 $42 per metre Curtain Carpet Upholstery Blinds Soft Furnishing Renovation 209 New Upper Changi Road #O3-643 Singapore *****9 Tel: 441 6318 Fax: 441 6113 Pager 9404 3623 (Gina) Dnily 9am spm52 words
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AT THE MOVIES
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Article, Illustration526 1996-11-29 9 BALVINDER; SANDHU - This band disappears as fast as it appears By BALVINDER SANDHU IF YOU’VE always wondered what it’s like to be a member of a popular band, watch this film and you’ll find out. “That Thing You Do” which is written and directed by Tom Hanks tracks526 words
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Advertisement103 1996-11-29 9 PROMOTION SALES 175/70 X 13 $65 185/70 X 13 $75 185/60 X 14 $B5 Buy any 4 pcs of the above tyres and get a FREE Off Wheel Balancing Wheel Alignment Check Hurry While Stocks Lest If your steering wheel vibrates at the speed of 80 km per hour and103 words
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Advertisement75 1996-11-29 9 SPORTS CONNECTION PTE LTD Importer, exporter, distributor retailer BOOTQSH Outgcar You Can Trust SIERM SPORT. cleuter original air comfort for your overheated backs macpac antooc Kivieff nuncwaiuw alpine HIGH SIERRA, MIIFOtT TO AOVItTUIt m TA^NKA Rucksacks Clothing £Mof& *by modan The Ultimate Carrying System 1r sg> tur mhsb si||;; 3$75 words
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Article, Illustration423 1996-11-29 10 BARBARA KOH - Etro, famous for floral prints, transforms old ideas into ‘New Tradition’ styles By BARBARA KOH EVER wondered who made those paisley prints so popular in the early eighties? Gimmo Etro is the man and if the name sounds unfamiliar, it won’t be for long. Gimmo started Etro as423 words
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Advertisement184 1996-11-29 10 /VUcordle oo INNOVATIVELY DESIGNED WIRELESS MICROPHONE SYSTEM BY KEC A SMALL ADAPTOR CONVERTS STMOMRO MICROPHONE TO WMELESS OPERATION JUST INSERT YOUR MICROPHONE MTO MICORDLESS v AND IT WILL MSTANTIY RWN WTO A PROFESSIONAL CORDLESS MICROPHONE. PATENT PENDING ADVANTAGES OF A MICORDLESS YOU MAY USE THE EXISTING MICROPHONE TO SAVE MONEY184 words
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Advertisement119 1996-11-29 10 t AMERICAN LUNG ASSOCIATION for Office Use (smoking rooms) for Home Use (for the kids) Honeywell Enviracaire CPZ Air Cleaner for SMOKE When You Need To Be Sure that your AIR is CLEAN CPZ filter removes up to 1.3 kg of cigarette smoke, odour, tar and nicotine. Unlike normal filters,119 words
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Christmas Spree
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Article, Illustration379 1996-11-29 11 PEARLIN SIOW - By PEARLIN SIOW ENJOY an untraditional, but equally mouth-watering, Christmas dinner this yuletide season. Tease your palate and have your turkey tandoori style, with combread stuffing. Offered at The Third Floor restaurant at Pan Pacific Hotel, the roast tandoori tom turkey is the creation of executive chef Toni379 words
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Article, Illustration128 1996-11-29 12 THE stylish man will treasure anything from this label associated with classic elegance. This Christmas, Lanvin offers accessories to complement the well-dressed. If you’ve got some money to spend, check out the soft, tobacco-coloured leather briefcase which comes with a silver-coated clasp. The bag, at128 words
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Article, Illustration200 1996-11-29 12 BARBARA KOH - BARBARA KOH SPECIALLY brought in for the yuledde season are items for the home from Country Road. Great for classicallydecorated homes is the Script line of dining room accessories comprising napkins, placemats, mugs, espresso cups and saucers. Created with the sleek, clean lines200 words
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Article, Illustration305 1996-11-29 13 ANDRE YEO - Story and picture by ANDRE YEO FOR some of the terminally-ill cancer patients at the Assisi Home Hospice, this Christmas could be their last. But you can make it a memorable one for them by pledging a minimum donation of $lO305 words
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Advertisement38 1996-11-29 11 CN CHIA NEPHEWS TOYS P/l Direct i dec -JIpEC Direct idles Christmas trees i toys, party novelties, alloom, party masks, lantern festival Chinese New Year Decorations No. 5 TAN QUEE LAN ST (NEAR BUGIS JUNCTION) TEL: 334 050938 words
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Advertisement429 1996-11-29 11 4ffM^rTT T^^T"TTHTTTr"l I TTTHFrf^r R 1 lill ll ill 111 >1 ■■HiWPI FAIR PRICE PIANO MART an Centre Tel: 33 HaU tty You Mi model can any of Cristcfori Music Centre all piano /o buyer* from now rr KR-WO: lst and only ISO 9002 musical instrument factory. 88 keys concert429 words
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Advertisement271 1996-11-29 12 A&iaJ 1 f: I ROCCOOAROCCO JEANS edt 75 ml Spray Now $2B UJ*.ss9 RORftJU PUPA ed» 15 ml Spray n~515.90 H r DUNE edt 30 ml Spray Now $2B XS MEN edt 50 ml Spray Now $29 U.P.SSB XS MEN edt 100 ml Spray Now $42 U.P.SB4 SUNROW® edt 30271 words
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Advertisement79 1996-11-29 13 EVERyOfIE should look their best! 0 jf 0 I I M! Computer Arched Permanent Hair Remover. Whit. Spot* Sexy mole on the ploce of you choice. A fairer you. Discover the secret of having fuller looking eyebrows ond longer looking eyeloshes PAT ONLY $6O Nutrient $90.00 Entrieri $70.00 OnAgMI $34.9079 words
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Advertisement116 1996-11-29 13 I :V. Wd .y FRISCO COVE SINGAPORE FRISCO COVE RESTAURANT 275 Thomson Road #Ol-07 Novena Ville Singapore *****5 Tel: 255 2838 Fax: 251 2838 ALL DAY DINING FRISCO LUNCHEONS AT $21.90++ CHRISTMAS EVE MENU AT $65.00++ A GIFT SHOP FOR f OCCASIONS II 'HAUE A WHALE of A TIME >116 words
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EATING OUT
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Article, Illustration650 1996-11-29 14 LEE GEOK BOI - By LEE GEOK BOI THE best part of Thai food will hit you the minute you step into this restaurant. At A-Roy Thai Restaurant at Funan Centre, it is the delicious smell of the ingredients that struck me. Thai food owes its character to650 words
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Article, Illustration360 1996-11-29 15 PEARLIN SIOW - By PEARLIN SIOW EMU meat, by itself, is already a pretty exotic dish. But having it offered at a neighbourhood hawker stall? Now, that is a must-try. Long Ji, located at Sims Place Eating House, has been selling emu meat noodles ($3.50 for360 words
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Advertisement156 1996-11-29 14 'facial Children Set Mcdl Only S$llOOH per Child (Valid Till 15th Dec 96) Beverages Main Course Japanese Tea Chicken Croquette (Chicken Potato Cutlet) Kama boko (Japanese Fish Cake) Tamago (Egg) Ebi (Prawn) Salmon Terini Potato Salad Rice Miso Soup Ice-Cream lildren Stationery set with every order of the Children set156 words
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Advertisement73 1996-11-29 14 APPETIZING, TEMPTING AND AUTHENTIC VIETNAMESE BEEF NOODLES Beef Noodles Specrial at $6.95 Now available for lunch and dinner. The only French and Vietnamese Restaurant in Singapore to offer authentic French and Vietnamese Cuisines in the most mesmerizing ambience. a M? Bistro Oez Mot ‘PteLtd Exotic Fnwdi Vietnamne tafcunant 217 Eost73 words
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Advertisement112 1996-11-29 15 BOON TONG KEE LITTLE GOURMET NO. 425, River Valley Road, (off Zion Road) Singapore *****4 Tel: 736-3213 Business Hrs: 11.00 am 2.30 pm, 5.00 pm 2.00 am (Closed every Monday) <1 Ma\\eV pa r< Hi Sf f&i Cl* HE IPOH Mouth-watering good, delicious, juicy chicken The best chicken in town.112 words
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Advertisement234 1996-11-29 15 Wedding Banquet n jap A From $298.00 Nett, inclusive of Soft Etc. •S*r 5 Authentic Fukien And Cantonese Cuisine Prepared By Master Chef Hong Kong Tim Sum 50% Discount Every Sat, Sun P.H. Karaoke Room available for reservations, please call Tel: *****88 68.00++ IoB.oo++ 72 168.00++ »9a(XH+ Pax SUMMER CATC234 words
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BITES
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Article, Illustration155 1996-11-29 16 PEARLIN SIOW - By PEARLIN SIOW IF YOU and your friends love to chat and munch at the same time, check out this “tunch-time” spread. On weekends and public holidays, Cafe Plaza, at Plaza Hotel, offers a tantalising combination of the best dishes from its lunch155 words
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Article73 1996-11-29 16 CRAVING for sizzling satay at midnight? Clarke Quay’s Satay Club offers satay, at 40 cents a stick, in an al fresco set up till 3 am. Besides satay, you can also have authentic Malay dishes such as met goreng and mee rebus ($3 each). If you prefer73 words
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160 1996-11-29 16 CALLING all wine connoisseurs, you now have the chance to taste the elusive Beaujolais Noveau. This delicate red wine from Burgundy, France, comes into season only once a year. To show off its flavours, the chefs at Restaurant Raphael, Imperial Hotel, have created a160 words
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Advertisement271 1996-11-29 16 6elel>f*at& (yhfHstmu&s at m Let The Wharf help you spread the Christmas cheer. Select from our range of hampers which include Oysters, Smoked Salmon, Roast Turkey, Honey Baked Ham, Roast Beef, Christmas Fruit Cake, Dom Perignon and Bruno Paillard Champagnes and Villa Maria Cabernet Merlot. Join US for dinner on271 words
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Advertisement85 1996-11-29 16 m 5 m mm 'PtAyu&A Main Shop: 51, Neil Rd #Ol-14/15/16 S pore *****9 Tel: *****51 Branch:, 12, Aliwal St (Off Beach Road) S'pore *****5 Tel: *****28 Fax: *****31 Authentic Home-Made Hokkien Pohpiah Roll -it-up yourself style Teochew Culinary Delights By Teochew Chefs (AT AUWAL STREET) Teochew Dishes •Sharks fin85 words
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EATING OUT
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Article, Illustration624 1996-11-29 17 PEARLIN SIOW - By PEARLIN SIOW EXPECT a wide selection of exquisite oysters when you dine at this seafood place. And if you enjoy eating lobsters, you will enjoy the juicy and fresh Maine lobsters here. The Wharf Seafood House Wine Bar offers a range of delectable624 words
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Advertisement44 1996-11-29 17 HAAN^jfROSE RESTAURANT CATERING SERVICES Muslim Food (Licence No EL-K-89-022J-000) We prepare: Seafood JSL Middle Eastern Western Food Lunch Dinner Outdoor Catering Wedding Dinners Corporate Personal Functions Official Openings 267 Changi Road Singapore *****1 (Adjacent to Still Road Polyclinic) Tel: 745 0305 Fax 745 504144 words
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Advertisement178 1996-11-29 17 k years o nc e enence specia is attractive offers one China Palace Restaurant, established since November 1974, proudly celebrates our 22nd Anniversary with our grand promotion. To commemorate this occasion, we have specially prepared a 22-dish spectacular, incorporating our all-time favourites which well over 2.2 million patrons have enjoyed.178 words
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Article, Illustration208 1996-11-29 18 NIGHTSCENE HERE’S a treat for fans of acid jazz. Galliano -a pioneer of the acid jazz movement in London will be performing a 90-minute show on December 5 at Zouk. The band comprises original members Rob Gallagher (vocalist and songwriter), Valerie Etienne (vocalist)208 words
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154 1996-11-29 18 THIS local band is doing its bit for charity this Christmas. As part of the festive season, Hard Rock Cafe Singapore and Bols Blue International have released a CD entitled “A Bols Blue Christmas with Jive Talking”, which was recorded by the club’s154 words
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RETAIL NEWS
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Article, Illustration460 1996-11-29 18 BALVINDER; SANDHU - Wine bar has 250 labels to suit various tastes, budgets By BALVINDER SANDHU WINE connoisseurs will welcome this bar with open arms. Opened last month at Chijmes, Bonne Same is a wine bar and “retail specialist”. The shop stocks up460 words
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Advertisement63 1996-11-29 18 BUKIT TIMAH HEALTH CENTRE Business Hours: 10am -10.30 pm 1 Jalan Anak Bukit #BI-12/14 Bukit Timah Plaza, Singapore *****6 Tel: *****61,*****62 FACILITIES AVAILABLE Gymnasium Steam I Sauna Coffee /TV Lounge All rooms with showers attached iM 1 1 Bouvelard Hotel Basement 1 200 Orchard Road 5(*****7) Next to FOUR SEASONS63 words
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Advertisement371 1996-11-29 19 ORCHARD EXECUTIVE HEALTH CENTRE Come and revitalise yourself in our newly renovated environment with our attentive and charming masseuses. 400 Orchard Road #O4-21 Orchard Tower Singapore 0923 Tel: *****78/*****58 Business Hours 10.00 am 11. 00 pm i ■v est n ous M 9 a Video Room a n 25a*; jbsr?»&£371 words
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Advertisement101 1996-11-29 20 ■W- *V, sjE ;ijc£ 1 fiJIM S&SJ r^. i wmM z *<& K gyv lly^f ■<H I SfgSl, m U *y£klS; x i ,JjW) »^cc^ $0& Come on down to our Open House and see for yourself why it's even got Santa packing! DATES: 29th 8- 30th Nov TIME: 10am101 words
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