Samantha Francis

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Delicious seseri (chicken’s neck) yakitori (Credit: Firebird by Suetomi)

Firebird By Suetomi Brings Tokyo Yakitori Craftsmanship To Singapore

Yakitori master Makoto Suetomi brings his flame-kissed craft to Singapore at Firebird by Suetomi. Head Chef Alvin Leong tells us more.

Longitude 131° is a luxury eco-lodge at the entrance to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park in Australia's Red Centre (Credit: Luxury Lodges Of Australia )

Luxury Lodges Of Australia Show How Travel Can Be Both Exclusive & Experiential

Luxury Lodges of Australia's Executive Chair Penny Rafferty discusses how remote stays and rich local experiences are redefining luxury travel.

Argillet, 8, with Dalí in 1963, wearing multi-focus glasses he wanted her to try (Credit: Salvador Dalí: The Argillet Collection)

The Legacy Of Salvador Dalí Through Curator Christine Argillet’s Eyes

For Christine Argillet, Salvador Dalí is not just a surrealist figure but a friend whose lively imagination she witnessed first-hand.

Seared to medium rare perfection, the USDA Double Gold Ribeye (Credit: La Vache! Singapore)

Inside La Vache! Singapore, A Parisian Steakhouse With One Menu And Endless Fries

Take a bite of the steak and you will appreciate why La Vache! Singapore keeps its menu simple.

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Kennedy leads The Macallan’s Whisky Mastery Team, developing its single malt whisky portfolio (Credit: The Macallan)

Euan Kennedy Explains Why Patience Is The Key To The Macallan Sherry Oak

Euan Kennedy, The Macallan’s Lead Whisky Maker, toasts the brand’s celebrated single malts.

The Levitating Fir Forest at The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands (Credit: Marina Bay Sands)

Festive Magic At Marina Bay Sands, From Nutcracker Butlers To Gourmet Dining

A recap of our festive staycation, filled with Christmas lights and dining experiences at celebrity chef restaurants like Spago, Wakuda, and Cut.

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Soybean, Leek & Kaluga Hybrid Caviar (Credit: Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree)

Forage At Mandai Rainforest Resort By Banyan Tree Offers Sustainable Fine Dining With Lush Views

In the heart of Mandai, Forage’s harvest-to-table experiences honour both land and sea. Marcus Tan, Chef de Cuisine, shares more.

Co-founders Gu (left) and Hillary-Morgan first met in 2023 (Credit: Nina Mucalov)

Atelier V&A, The New Singapore Design Studio Blending Heritage With Modern Craft

Atelier V&A’s Venetia Gu and Aisha Hillary-Morgan create functional and sculptural furniture.

Grilled King Prawn With Handmade Noodles (Credit: Restaurant Cougar Lee)

Restaurant Cougar Lee Proves That Chinese Heritage Cuisine Can Still Surprise

Third-gen chef Ethan Lee reinterprets his family’s traditional Chinese recipes with global influences at Restaurant Cougar Lee.

Fukuyo has spent more than four decades perfecting the art of Japanese whisky at Suntory (Credit: House of Suntory)

Why Suntory’s Yamazaki 25 Years Mizunara Is A Breakthrough In Japanese Whisky Aging

How Shinji Fukuyo, Chief Blender of The House of Suntory, crafted Yamazaki’s oldest Mizunara-aged expression.

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Dining & Takeaway Treats To Make Christmas 2025 A Season You’ll Remember

Whether it’s the warmth of a classic roast or the artistry of modern European fare, this holiday season promises a feast for the senses.

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A Night on Earth: The First Light is inspired by the relaxed nature of coastal holidays (Credit: The Macallan)

The Macallan A Night On Earth: The First Light Transforms New Year Rituals Into A Sensory Celebration

With this limited-edition release, The Macallan captures the joy of the first rays of sunlight on New Year’s Day in New Zealand in a warm, welcoming spirit.

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Samantha Francis

Samantha has far too many hobbies for her own good. When she isn’t busy churning out stories, you’ll find her teaching yoga, taking aerial hoop classes, and shooting portraits on film.