Homemade CNY Goodies Bing Liang Bakery Giveaway Worth $150 x 3!

Top L – R: Cheese Pineapple Tart, Kueh Bangkit, Hae Bee Hiam Roll (Sambal Prawn Cracker)
Bottom L-R: Premium Peanut Cookies, Bamboo Kuih Kapit, Crispy Salted Egg Seaweed Popiah Cracker
Front L-R: Nyonya Pineapple Tarts, Pineapple Tart (Ball), Almond Cookies, Crispy Pumpkin Seed Cracker, Crispy Almond Seed Cracker

Using only premium grade ingredients, this commercial kitchen in Muar, Johor Bahru, is churning out handmade delicacies ensuring every customer receives only the best Bing Liang experience.

With shops all over Malaysia and even in Singapore, Bing Liang Bakery offers customers a Free Tasting experience at their shops to try their goodies! You will be pleased to learn that the bakery also provides Free Delivery for orders above SGD 50 when you order online!

Thanks to Bing Liang, Luxury Haven gets to taste their yummy Homemade CNY Goodies and sharing our top favourites with you! This Chinese New Year, 3 lucky readers will also get to bring home their very own Bing Liang Homemade CNY Goodies Worth SGD 150 Each!

That’s not all! All readers will also get 25% Off when they shop at Bing Liang Bakery this CNY! Let’s check out their yummy treats and what we like!

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Reliving My Favorite Music at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

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So I’ll be the first to admit - they just don’t make country music like they used to. “Southern Pop;” “Tractor Rap;” “Progressive Country; “Bro Country” - call it what you will, I just can’t seem to find the tolerance I need to listen the majority of artists I hear popping up on Country radio nowadays. I’ve found that the best way to indulge in the classic Country that I love most is with a trip to the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in Nashville, Tennessee.

It’s not that I think all modern Country is all bad - it’s just not what I like. In my mind, there’s no such thing as right or wrong when it comes to making music, or any sort of art in general. There’s simply what you like, and what you don’t like. When it comes to the modern stuff, I’ll be polite, and just leave it at, “I don’t much care for it.”

Fortunately, Country is one of those genres of music that not only wears its inspirations on its sleeves, but openly pays tribute to the great songwriters and musicians that have come before. Even modern country artists, to their credit, continue this tradition in their album notes, and by featuring at least one cover song on every album. Artists both young and old always point out and thank the music makers that came before them at every awards show. Most importantly, the great tradition that is Country music continues to not only survive, but thrive.

So, while I can’t say that I’m much for the stuff playing on satellite radio today, I rest easy in the knowledge that Country, as both an art form and arch point to an entire history and culture of people, will continue to be preserved, passed on, and enjoyed for generations to come.

Nowhere is this more apparent than in the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. They recently opened a new exhibit called Outlaws and Armadillos: Country’s Roaring ‘70s, and though I’ve gone back several times over the years, it had been awhile, and this was the perfect excuse to make a return trip to this very special place.

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Welcome Year of The Pig With RISIS’ 2019 Zodiac Collection

Usher in a wave of good fortune and prosperity this Chinese New Year with the 2019 Zodiac Collection from RISIS. Inspired by the optimism and generosity of the twelfth Chinese Zodiac animal, the sculptures are a celebration of abundance, success and wealth. Ranging from Harvest to Fortune of Harmony, Four-tunes of Happiness, Happy Goal Lucky and Legend of XII Pig, the 24K Swiss gold-plated pig sculptures are an auspicious addition to any living space or a propitious gift for good fortune and happiness. The items are available in-stores from November 2018 onwards.

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All Geared Up For 2019 with a New Hairstyle!

Happy New Year, Sunshine! Are you ready to welcome 2019? Last Christmas after giving away 10 Free Hair Cuts, I felt I needed a good cut myself too to usher in the New Year, and so off I went to H4U Salon located in Centrepoint, Orchard Road.

My hair was getting messy and out of shape; badly in need of some tidying up. Shawn, H4U Founder/Director, cut off layers of my hair giving me more volume. I have natural curls, and my curls will appear usually after a good trim. This feminine shoulder-length style features long thick fringe, and my current dual-tone colour adds a dimension and heightened the elegant feel. What do you think of my new hair cut?

Reasonably priced at just SGD 69/SGD 60 ( Female/Male ) for Director's Cut, and SGD 49/SGD 40 ( Female/Male ) for Creative Director, I think the prices are rather attractive for a reputable salon in Orchard Road. Besides, followers of Luxury Haven gets a 30% off these prices!

Well, 3 winners of Luxury Haven have already claimed their prizes at H4U Salon. The ladies are delighted with their new hairstyle, and have some very good comments about the salon. Let’s hear what they have to say!

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How to Get a Great Deal on your Dream Thailand Villa Holiday

There’s no doubting the appeal of a luxury Thailand villa holiday. With a villa, you can enjoy all the comfort of home, but in a spectacular new place with extra touches to make your stay absolutely perfect.

Thailand is a particularly exceptional choice, with majestic, dazzling beaches, exceptional cuisine and a rich and warm culture. With just a short flight from Singapore, you can find yourself surrounded by the beautiful temples, glorious beaches and lush tropical forests.

With a luxury villa, you can enjoy all of the beauty of Thailand, as well as have a stunning home base to retreat to in the evenings or for lazy days by the pool.

You may think that a luxury villa in Thailand would be very expensive, however there are many ways to make your dream stay a reality, without breaking the bank. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to find a great deal for your luxurious stay.

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Reduce Signs Of Photodamage with DNA Repair Technology

Living in a tropical country close to the equator like Singapore means there is no escaping from the sun, and we are constantly exposed higher levels of solar UV radiation. The damaging effects of UV rays not only fire up the risk of skin cancers, they also cause collagen fibre breakdown, giving us unwanted wrinkles and pigmentation.

We are fortunate to have advanced skincare technology these days, and really do not need to worry too much about ageing fast as long as we take good care of our skin and invest in quality skincare products.

As an ardent follower of EHA Skincare especially their EHA Hydra Serum and EHA Sun Shield 24 Hr, I was ecstatic to learn of their latest launch – the EHA Repair Serum with a DNA Repair Technology, offering the most advanced and powerful therapeutic intervention for UV-induced DNA damage!

Inside this white bottle are DNA repair enzymes with a cutting-edge formula that effectively help to reduce signs of photodamage before they become permanent. The EHA Repair Serum does more than any other serum.

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Clarke Quay Invites All To Their New Year’s Eve Countdown!

Bid goodbye to 2018 and ring in 2019 with a playful twist at Clarke Quay’s annual New Year’s Eve Countdown featuring a line-up of bands, DJs and MCs who will rave up the party atmosphere with music and entertainment at Clarke Quay’s Fountain Square. This year’s NYE’s block party theme PLAY will see specially constructed three-dimensional, solid-shaped play block structures designed to bring a fun and imaginative playground element to the party.

There’s never been a better time to unleash your inner child then this New Year’s eve. Vibrant coloured interlocking play blocks symbolizing the four main enclaves of Clarke Quay will be fabricated to create the main stage and various play areas. Expect to find a pedal-powered LED wall that will light up the harder you pedal; converting cycling power into beautiful illuminating patterns and lights.

Clarke Quay invites all to their PLAY themed block party 31st December, 9pm onwards, admission is FREE!

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Japanese Cucumber Appetizers with Foie Gras and Caviar Recipe

Low in calories with high water content, Cucumbers have amazing health benefits. Known as Kyuri ( きゅうり ) in Japanese, these green vegetables provide excellent hydration to our body.

Best eaten raw as part of salad or garnish, the Japanese Cucumber is sweeter and slimmer with smaller seeds and thinner skin. Last Christmas, I made these Delightful Japanese Cucumber Appetizers with Foie Gras and Caviar decorated with Rosemary Herbs as part of our festive meal, turning these economical veggies into a high-class gourmet starter.

As easy as ABC, anyone can assemble these cool appetizers without much effort so let’s check out the fuss-free recipe!

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Hong Kong Pulse Light Festival with Dazzling Masterpieces

Talking Heads by Viktor Vicsek of Hungary

There is no better time to visit Hong Kong than this winter, as its skies and shores will become even more radiant than ever during this festive season, thanks to a sparkling lineup of light-filled festivities organised by the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) between 29 November 2018 and 24 February 2019.

Visitors will be treated to an eye-opening visual feast during the inaugural edition of Hong Kong Pulse Light Festival 2018, which is the largest open-air light festival in Hong Kong. From the enhancement of " A Symphony of Lights " light-and-music show to brilliantly lit installations by artists from across the globe, the dazzling artistic light displays ensure that there will be no dark corners this winter.

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Christmas Prawns and Spinach Filo Rolls in Philadelphia Cheese

The anticipation heightens as you sink your teeth into these Crispy Filo Roll-Ups, filled with succulent Prawns and healthy greens in Philadelphia Cream Cheese.

Filo, Fillo or Phyllo, these Rolls or Pastries are made by layering many sheets of Filo brushed with butter and then baked. These yummy treats are great for dinner parties. Filo Pastry Sheets, available in supermarkets, are wonderful alternatives as working with filo from scratch takes up a lot of time, which requires patience and skills to roll into thin sheets.

I found the Fillo Factory Whole Wheat Fillo Dough in Cold Storage, and it was on sale. I quickly grabbed a box and went home to experiment with it. While I have tried many filo pastries, it was a first for me with this Whole Wheat Fillo Dough.

Wrapped with cheesy delicious fillings, these Prawns and Spinach Filo Pastries with Rocket Salad make a delicious Christmas treat! So work those muscles out! Have fun stacking those tissue-thin sheets layer by layer and fill them up with your favourite ingredients! I guarantee it’s worth the effort!

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The Lobby Lounge, Shangri-La: Authentic Singaporean Breakfast

Singapore's vibrant local food scene plays a quintessential part in its cultural heritage, and The Lobby Lounge at Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore supports the preservation of this culinary heritage. With the success of The Lobby Lounge's Heritage Lunch Buffet, the restaurant extends the indulgence of perennial local favourites all under one roof with the launch of six signature dishes available during breakfast. The Lobby Lounge's Heritage Breakfast offers an authentic Singaporean breakfast spread showcasing national breakfast favourites, such as Nasi Lemak, Roti Prata, Soft-Boiled Eggs with Kaya Toast, Wanton Mee, Carrot Cake and Hainanese Porridge.

Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore worked with prominent local food advocate Dr Leslie Tay to curate the breakfast menu. The hotel also collaborated with popular local food brands, The Coconut Club and Springleaf Prata Place to showcase their respective signature recipes for Nasi Lemak and Roti Prata.

A Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand Singapore 2018 awardee, The Coconut Club is renowned for its Nasi Lemak -- jasmine rice infused with the fragrance of fresh coconut milk and served with crispy anchovies, peanuts, fried egg, sliced cucumber and sambal chilli that offers a real kick. The dish is completed with a serving of spice-marinated chicken deep-fried till crisp and golden-brown.

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