City Weekly, 27 August 1999
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Title Section22 1999-08-27 1 CITY Weekly THE ARTS, ENffiRTAINMENT, FOOD AND COMMERCIAL NEWSPAPER MITA (P) 281/10/98 E-mail: focuspub@cyberway.com.sg FRIDAY, AUGUST 27, 1999 V 01.12 N 0.3422 words
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Article, Illustration556 1999-08-27 2 DESMOND NG - By DESMOND NG BONJOUR broke into the bread scene last August, offering Singaporeans a respite from their staple white bread —a tantalising range of 10 speciality flavoured loaves such as apple, coffee and nut, and apricot. A year later, the new player managed to chew off556 words
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Advertisement160 1999-08-27 2 Come to view our wide range of FINE TEAKWOOD FURNITURE EUROPEAN EXPORT QUALITY DESIGN Welcome to collection of fine Teakwood Furniture 1 a collection we believe to be of unsurpassed id r quality, functionally, as well as in comfort, design and range. M im ik -o. fm* i < Rectangle160 words
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ENTERTAINMENT
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Article, Illustration318 1999-08-27 3 SARAH NG - By SARAH NG WHILE other girls wove love stories and wrote them in diaries, Pam Oei turned them into sad songs at sweet 16. “Im generally a happy person. You can only find my darker side in my music,” said the 27-year-old singer/songwriter of318 words
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Article119 1999-08-27 3 FORMED in 1994 for a Botanic Gardens concert as part of the Singapo«i|Arts Festlvil Fringe composes and performs folk-pop-rock Released under Its own label, j Growl Records, the self-titled I debut album r between local singer/songwriter Pam Oei and London-based Leonard Ng,who penned and performed seven of the119 words
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Advertisement82 1999-08-27 3 basic instinct @cathay cineleisure LEISURE. FOOD. ENTERTAINMENT AND A DASH OF GLITZ •v'.-" ns >.S4 Sr r $95? fli' sS&SiiiS >'• S&iBiJwPS v IcS ,y.* v V 2® Vss® •v> arm®.* IV W: ir'f’* t r *e i*a&: k«f 3^* «v. 4 ft: IL&*: Sfe: iS? m TBs.' ?«ai &gffefc«82 words
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AT THE MOVIES
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Article, Illustration465 1999-08-27 4 ANGELICA TAN - By ANGELICA TAN What happens THE STUPIDITY of the characters in horror movies can sometimes be scarier than the movie itself. The ones from “The Haunting” illustrate this point. Plagued by insomnia, brazen beauty Theo (Catherine Zeta-Jones), wallflower Nell (Lili Taylor) and smart465 words
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Advertisement94 1999-08-27 4 m rrfts?.. Flow of Soft Drinks (6 types) Coke, Sprite, Fanta Orange, i Juice, Mango Juice or Mixed Juice (10 pax) weekdays $2BB $228 ?S weekends' iCK 00 pox) Q 1.00 1 weekdays weekends* IOtH Dinner ms ICI Dinner Buffet (30 items) ,$I J $2222 weekends* Lunch Buffet (30 items)94 words
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Advertisement71 1999-08-27 4 A totally personalized "Return To Beauty" facial programme for you. Within 6 weeks, your skin is smoother, complexion is fairer and clearer, better skin tone is regained. Thanks to the active ingredients from plants and essential oils, the unique hand-applied lymphetic drainage gives you maximum comfort and instant visible results!71 words
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Article, Illustration97 1999-08-27 6 RUNAWAY BRIDE What: Julia Roberts (left) is afraid of marriage and has left three grooms standing at the altar. Journalist Richard Gere wants to expose her but ends up becoming groom number five. Where: Beach Rd, Bishan*, Boon Lay*, Bugis Junction, Causeway Point, Century, Choa Chu Kang, Empress, Grand*, Hougang,97 words
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Advertisement187 1999-08-27 6 V VENUE gfoSSSP n Gate 88 Restaurant estaurant 'V Dragon Gate Restaurant (Ballroom B) World Trade Centre (Lift Lobby CSI T>) DATE: 4 September 1999 (Saturi TIME: 6.00 pm —10.00 pm ADMISSION: $l5 nett per person (20% discount for a party of 5 couples IlgyL > Fuii 9- course wedding187 words
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Advertisement363 1999-08-27 6 PHONE NUMBERS Beach Rd- 391-2550 Bugis Junction 337-9655 'Cathay 338-3400 Causeway Point 894-6322 Century 787-1638 Changi 444-6459 Choa Chu Kang-763-1138 Empress 777-5867 GV- 1900-912-1234 Hougang 385-2124 Jubilee-454-1640 Jurong 569-3463 Lido-732-4124 Orchard- 235-1155 New Crown 459-9575 Picturehouse 338-3400 Princess 448-4955 Republic-440-6083 Suntec 836-9074 ToaPayoh-251-1370 West Mall-898-9230 White Sands 585-1782 Woodlands 269-1541363 words
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Page 6 Miscellaneous
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Miscellaneous79 1999-08-27 6 control the world until a toddler named Sly escapes from her lab and threatens their plans. Where: Bishan*, Bugis Junction, Causeway Point, Century, Grand*, Lido, Orchard, Plaza*, Tampines Mall*, Toa Payoh, West Mall and Yishun* THE RING What: Anyone who watches a cursed video tape in this horror flick ends79 words
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Miscellaneous48 1999-08-27 6 WITH ANDRE YEO THE OUT-OF-TOWNERS What: Everything goes wrong for Steve Martin (right) and Goldie Hawn when they go to New York. Where: Bishan*, Bugis Junction, Century, Choa Chu Kang, Lido, Orchard, Plaza*, Suntec, Tampines Mall* and Tiong Bahru* Venues correct at press time. Golden Village cinemas mSS?48 words
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WHAT'S ON
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Article, Illustration826 1999-08-27 7 SARAH NG - COMPILED by SARAH NG Exhibition Les Inrockuptibles Selection of retrospective portraits, including French rock personality Jean Luc Godard, from French music magazine Les Inrockuptibles. Till Sept 14, 10 am-9.30 pm daily. Level 2, Isetan Scotts, Shaw House. Free. Theatre Forbidden Broadway Revue-style spoof of Broadways biggest826 words
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Advertisement71 1999-08-27 7 r r I m Itltfl LOW CHAISE LOUNGE $690.00 M: 180 Albert Street #Ol-07 Albert Court Mall S( *****1) Tel: (65) 333 5638 Fax: (65) 333 5639. E-mail: raosslive@singnet.com.sg Poh Meng Air-Conditioning Pte Ltd Carrier Casement Air Con $975 We specialise in Sales, Installation, Repair and Maintenance Contract Islandwide Service,71 words
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Health & Beauty
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Article, Illustration145 1999-08-27 8 ARE you man enough for a facial? Well, Expressions International has a treat for you. Come September, the wellness studio will launch a range of products and treatments for men so they can look as good as their female counterparts. Said the company’s president, Theresa Chew: “We145 words
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188 1999-08-27 8 ANGELICA TAN - Company claims gadget can mould noses ANGELICA TAN THIS simple peg is being touted as a gadget to get the nose you have always wanted. Millennium Ideas has come up with the Coco Nose Reformer, which the company claims is an affordable alternative188 words
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Article116 1999-08-27 8 THERE’S no need to take a shower. You can condition your hair any time and well, almost anywhere. The hair care range from Phytotherathrie iiicludes a leave-on conditioner, Phyto 7 ($24.67), just for dry and devitalised hair. A moisturising day cream for the hair, it116 words
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Article, Illustration344 1999-08-27 9 DENYSE YEO - DENYSE YEO FORGET the stereotype of beauty salon owners as middle-aged “aunties”. At BioSkin Concept, the owner is neither of the above. Mathilda Koh is 25 years old and an attractive former flight attendant with a fantastic complexion. She explained: “When I was344 words
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Article, Illustration226 1999-08-27 10 ANGELICA TAN - ANGELICA TAN THEY are over 40, and may be seen as being “over the hill”. But there is a growing number of women over 40 who are. feeling better than they ever have. Research in the U S and Europe reveal that “women still226 words
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Advertisement181 1999-08-27 8 COCO Nose Reformer Beautiful New Look of Nose Hi! Indispensable for your beautiful and attractive nose. CoCo a*■ t'Ce < i < S O f I m m You don't have to go to expensive plastic surgeons to enhance the shape of your nose. CoCo offers you the best alternative181 words
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Advertisement318 1999-08-27 10 We specialise in treating the following:FACE am m If flli vi-x* BODY for liposuction mm umi mm I Eye Treatment Face Tbning Blemishes Double Chin Neck Treatment Cellulite Treatment Slimming Toning Stretch Marks Breast Toning Lymphatic Drainage Water Retention 1. Lymphatic flow is activated,encouraging removal of metabolic waste products. t318 words
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Article, Illustration422 1999-08-27 11 ANGELICA TAN - Big names, theme parties and good food draw crowd By ANGELICA TAN IT’S PLAIN sailing for cruise companies as more Singaporeans take to the high seas for their weekend getaways. And these companies say it is not only the endless buffets and luxurious facilities butPicture: The Straits Times - 422 words
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Advertisement500 1999-08-27 11 Restaurante Wine Bar Savour the Best in Spanish Mediterranean Cuisines >* m iy ■J ■mm* 'Wm 83SlW Introducing new additions to our menu Paella with Rabbit Chicken Meats (only Fri, Sat Sun) Spanish Roasted Suckling Pig (only Fri, Sat Sun) Roasted Lamb Leg with Vegetable Stew *Arroz Negro (Spanish Rice500 words
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Article, Illustration201 1999-08-27 12 SELINA LUM - TEXT: SELINA LUM IT'S a sign of the times. Gone are the days when all shop owners had to do was put up a nondescript signboard describing the nature of their business. These days, signages are getting louder. And bigger. Some may feel these oversizedPICTURES: FRANICS LEE - 201 words
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Advertisement206 1999-08-27 12 supe@ STEEL FILING CABINETS CUPBOARDS ft LOCKERS FIUNG CABINETS Full Height Cupboard $lB6 &rv v 4D Cabinet $lB6 Half Height Swing Door Cupboard $165 m :'x $lB6 $176 cabinet $165 LOCKER 1/2 Ht. Glass 1/2 Ht Sliding Door •St;* 1 1| Sliding Door $l9O $175 Sis fg^ 1,2,3,4 6 Compartments206 words
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Advertisement368 1999-08-27 13 Something interesting to share? Call Angelica Tan at 740-1214. SPECIAL SETS x C RCC FOR 8-10 PAX&IVESi Valid from Voir till 10/9/99 SSWrI UlVlnM Seafood Cold Dish Braised Shark’s Fin Soup With Crab Meat Steamed Seabass in Teochew Style Stirfried Scallops Cuttlefish With Celery Fried Local Chilli Crabs Steamed Live368 words
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EATING OUT
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Article, Illustration378 1999-08-27 14 ANGELICA TAN - By ANGELICA TAN “ARE you sure its a cake shop?” asked my photographer suspiciously. “Looks more like a clinic.” I had my own doubts about the spartan shop. There were no shelves with the confection. Not even a slice of cake was378 words
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Article120 1999-08-27 14 IF YOU are planning to take the plunge, you might wish to take a chance with this one-stop wedding show. Participants will enjoy a nine-course wedding banquet, hair and makeup workshop and door gifts. They will also stand to win prizes worth more than $12,000 in the lucky120 words
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Advertisement325 1999-08-27 14 si PEKIWC DUCK SET <9-to»RSE) FR ee Peking Dwck xim on your next visit (worth $48 ABALOHE SEAFOOD SET O-CWHSB FREE dish of Abalome on your next visit (worth $80 "BUDDHA JUMPS OVER THE WALL SET (8-COURSI) I I FREE dish of Buddha Jumps Oyer The Wall on your next325 words
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CITY food
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Article, Illustration74 1999-08-27 15 THE English trifle ($8.50), sponge cake laced with rum and sherry and filled with vanilla custard, strawberries and cream, is a Lowry's tradition. Another delight, the chocolate truffle mousse cake ($9.25), may be a little too rich for small appetites after the heavy meal. My favourite is the creme74 words
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Article356 1999-08-27 15 ANGELICA TAN - By ANGELICA TAN THOSE hankering for a taste of U S prime beef but not the hefty price tag that comes with it can now say hooray. Lawry s The Prime Rib is serving succulent steaks at more palatable prices. Ranging from $38.95 (140 gm) to356 words
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Advertisement43 1999-08-27 15 Indoneim miwant 30 Merchant Road Riverside Point #Ol-04 S'pore *****2 Tel: 535 0383 Open Daily: 12pm to 10.30 pm (opposite Clarke Quay) Dining by the river underJheStars A la carte menu available from 1*6.00 to *1 8.00 Flower Crab $2.80 each 3trm ■p*43 words
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Advertisement59 1999-08-27 15 Savour Relish Indulge ic ARHAN THAI HOUSE 10% Discount for all ala-carte dishes (Valid tilt 31 Nov 99) WE CATER FOR: Company Functions Weddings Birthdays High Tea Cola Steamboat Outdoor Caterings etc 1018 East Coast Parkway, Singapore Tennis Centre #O2-02, Leisure Court Singapore *****7 Tel: 448 4318 Fax: 448 024859 words
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BITES
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Article, Illustration126 1999-08-27 16 SUNDAY is indeed a fun day at Goodwood Park Hotels Gordon Grill. The Sunday brunch buffet (above) is a veritable feast with oysters, smoked salmon, Parma ham with melon, grilled spring chicken, roast beef, penne with pesto, sushi and sashimi. And those with a yen for desserts126 words
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Article, Illustration78 1999-08-27 16 A HAVEN for a weekend afternoon tete-a-tete is York Hotel’s Coffee Bar. Catch up with friends over delightful high tea favourites such as mee siam, laksa, fish balls in sambal and chicken curry puffs (above). There’s also fish croquettes as well as an assortment of78 words
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Article83 1999-08-27 16 ANGELICA TAN - By ANGELICA TAN ZI CHAR for lunch? Carlton Hotels Cafe Victoria features a different spread every day. Savour dishes such as sambal mussels, steamed fish with bean sauce, fried ee mee, tom yam soup and fried chicken with cashew nuts and dried chilli. For dessert are sweets83 words
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Article, Illustration76 1999-08-27 16 YOU wilt find lots of spice and other things nice at Meritus Negara's Claymore Cafe. The cafe launched its local spice buffet with a mouth-water-ing offering, such as rojak, soto ay am, ayam panggang, beef rendang, ikan bakar and sotong hitam. For dessert,76 words
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Advertisement160 1999-08-27 16 Sauna. Massage. Steam Bath. TV/Coffee Lounge. Foot Reflexology 1 r a if S <»* S 5 s Fizzio Health Club Hotal Sofitel Palm Resort Golf Jalan Perslaran Golf, Off Jalan Jumbo ***** Serial, Johor Tel: 07-599 7029 07-598 1488 Hyatt Regency Johor Bahru Tel: 07-222 1234 Ext: ***** HP 019-776160 words
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Advertisement1224 1999-08-27 18 Your Guide To Better Buys Services CITY CLASSIFIED Call Tel: 740-1152 or Sandy, Tel: 740-1291 Fax: 745-1022 DRIVING INSTRUCTION 07 IVAN GIVES DRIVING lessons refresher in new car Honda SCX. Pager 9309 7191 787 1832. Contact Ivan. POSITIONS VACANT 78 MULTIPLE INCOME OPPORTUNITIES promoting multimedia education for children and recruiting1,224 words
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Article, Illustration205 1999-08-27 19 ANGELICA TAN - By ANGELICA TAN WOW! 80 cents for a stick of otak? But before you baulk, let us hasten to add that the otak made at Mackerel Otah is not of the run-of-the-mill ilk. It is wrapped in banana, not coconut leaf, and is about twice as205 words
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Advertisement165 1999-08-27 19 MAKING FRIENDS 1 16 Wanna make new Iriendh? tKIBo© (^akuO r Thai Massage c Massage y» Common Room unisex 24 Pagoda Street TRADITIONAL URUT (Since 1976) (For Ladies and Gentlemen) Specialize in traditional Confinement and Sports massages. TRY OUR PROFESSIONAL DIFFERENCE. massage by qualified massaqe therapists. Special package rate for165 words
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Advertisement1874 1999-08-27 19 It's more than just a friendship introduction line. You can invite friends for Mahjong Games, Exchange of CD's, Room Sharing, Car Pools, Invitation to Parties/Barbecues, Trading of Collectibles such as stamps, toys, etc. personal with new friends and old pals. Qr simply leave your own personal message. 1900-9 IS-12 IS1,874 words
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Advertisement91 1999-08-27 19 h Seafoodttutamarit Seen 1 '■•■<:■ '^4** 4L *> ■K V-, i T*, ■S- v: #Bs* 4- 'TT r Good Food Unique A Reasonable Prices Friendly Service Thai Tom Yam Fish Head m «P $l4 il IiWiHIIWWi m Royai Thai Mango Chicken (Half Chicken) $1 2.00 Fried Prawn with Wheat sl91 words
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Article, Illustration213 1999-08-27 20 DESMOND NG - By DESMOND NG TRICIA CHAN thinks she cannot act or speak Mandarin well. Yet, she is one of the leads in the upcoming Chinese theatre production “I Have a Date With Spring”. The 19-year-old is having cold feet, with rehearsals barely a week away.213 words
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Article, Illustration100 1999-08-27 20 “UH, EXCUSE, everybody. Can I have your attention please?*' Ah Kong will be celebrating his birthday at Chui Eng Institute in Far East Square. So join Rowena (Irene Ang, right) and hubby, Charlie Cheong (Lee Weng Kee, centre) at the Golden Swallow Restaurant where every100 words
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Advertisement421 1999-08-27 20 Pan-fried Pork Dumplings (Gyoza) Boiled Pork Dumplinj Red-bean Pj Spring OmonPaticake |Beef Noodles rjfbafood NooM^T o R Sunto Dumplings Noodles Taste The Sunto Sensation! Maxwell Road Food Centre, Stall 35 Closed on Mondays E-mail: sunto@singnet.com.sg Let the traditions, tastes and tantalizing aromas come alive at Sundanese food, bom of an421 words
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