Monthly archive June, 2009

The Benefits of Massage and Kenko Wellness Spa, Singapore

Is investing in regular massage really worth it? For me, massage has been part of my anti-stress and wellness routine for several years now. Rather than an indulgence, I treat it as another tool to take care of myself. After having some shoulder and neck problems for the...

Gyms, A Necessary Evil

The constant up-sale phone calls once you’ve joined, the thumping cheesy music, the long lines waiting for machines while some guy sits five minutes between reps, guys fighting to be able to lift in front of the mirror… and we PAY for this?

Some Healthy Drink Tips and Info

Hey all, As we move along into healthy week, I thought I’d do a little roundup of drink information for you. A few years back when I was still living in Coppell, Texas I started trying to live a healthier life. I was running to the gym every...

Healthy Eating and Recipes for Food Lovers

Are healthy and delicious oxymorons? I imagine I am not alone in my struggle. I love food and eating out. I am always thinking about, planning and strategizing my next meal – it’s part passion…and maybe part obsession. And while I would like to piously assert that I...

Brunch at Mimolette, Singapore

I’ve visited Mimolette late on a Friday night for the split music nightclub and had a great time. The setting was remote, the decorations seemed hip without trying too hard, and the crowd was a nice mix of people. (Of course this was 12:30 a.m. after a 3...
Elegant Italian Dining at Gaia Ristorante, Hong Kong

Elegant Italian Dining at Gaia Ristorante, Hong Kong

For power lunching executives, ladies who lunch…and the rest of us… When I go to Hong Kong it is usually on business and the area I typically find myself in is Central on Queens Road. More often than not, lunch is catered sandwiches around a conference table….blah… But...

Massage at Lavana Spa, Bangkok, Thailand

A well-priced day spa in the heart of Sukhumvit In Bangkok massage spas / salons are like 7 Eleven convenience stores….there’s one (or five) on every street and the offerings are typically inexpensive and fairly consistent. Now of course I am speaking about “proper” massage spas…I personally have...
Northern Chinese Food and Panaromic Views at Hutong, Kowloon, Hong Kong

Northern Chinese Food and Panaromic Views at Hutong, Kowloon, Hong Kong

A sumptuous art-deco Northern Chinese restaurant with panoramic city views I get annoyed with those restaurants with stunning city views and mediocre food. We all know places like this in every major city…the kind of place you always take out of town guests to, scoff at the exorbitant...
We love the Star Ferry, Hong Kong

We love the Star Ferry, Hong Kong

A must do! (and coincidentally, maybe the best value in Hong Kong) There is simply no more fun and easy way to see Hong Kong’s dual skylines than to take the iconic Star Ferry across Victoria Harbour. No matter if I am staying in Tsim Sha Tsui or...
Cocktails at Salon De Ning, Peninsula Hotel, Hong Kong

Cocktails at Salon De Ning, Peninsula Hotel, Hong Kong

Glam cocktails await in this Kowloon gem Hong Kong has no shortage of trendy bars and watering holes. But if you’re looking for something special…something different than the usual scene in Soho and definitely removed from the Lan Kwai Fong madness…then head to Salon De Ning in the...

RSS – Why and How

Hey all, RSS. Some have been using this technology for years now and others are still hesitant and unsure of how it fits in with their current browsing. For those of you that are clueless about this technology read on… for the rest of you, you know what...