Emily Seow, Author at City Nomads

DrinksOctober 6, 2017May 18, 2020

Six Cocktail Bars in Singapore Make The World’s 50 Best Bars 2017

After taking 13 spots out of 50 on the regional list of Asia’s 50 Best Bars earlier this year, it’s unsurprising that our little island city state has…

BangkokOctober 5, 2017March 26, 2019

Review: The Siam Hotel, Bangkok – An Art Deco Styled Urban Sanctuary on the Chao Praya River

Taking up a prime three acres on the Chao Praya River, The Siam Hotel is located in the royal district of Dusit, which is also the cultural and spirit…

FoodSeptember 28, 2017September 28, 2017

Bird Bird Singapore: Bjorn Shen’s Unapologetic Fried Chicken Joint in Siglap

Having opened at Ann Siang Hill in November 2015, Bird Bird might not be THE hottest new restaurant in town, especially with the move this year to the greener, quieter pastures of Frankel Avenue o…

AustraliaSeptember 25, 2017May 10, 2023

Where to Eat in the Southern Highlands, New South Wales: Essential Food Experiences

Just two hours southwest of Sydney, the Southern Highlands makes for a great day trip from New South Wales’ capital with its picturesque small towns, …

DrinksSeptember 22, 2017May 18, 2020

Bar Review: Catchfly Serves Up Classic Cocktails with a Twist at 12 Ann Siang, Singapore

Nestled in the basement of 12 Ann Siang (a multi concept venue that includes the sister grill restaurant of CHIJMES’ Coriander Leaf), Catchfly is on…

FoodSeptember 14, 2017July 25, 2024

Bottomless Brunch in Singapore: Tasty Seafood Plates and Free-Flow Mimosas at Humpback

After tucking into massive feasts at Ash & Elm and Beach Road Kitchen the last couple of months for this particular column, it was quite a relief to peruse Humpback’s smaller a la carte Sunday b…

Hotels, Resorts & RetreatsSeptember 11, 2017March 26, 2019

SALA Phuket Resort and Spa: Gorgeous Pool Villas and Incredible Thai Hospitality

In Singapore, we’re lucky in many ways. For one, there are plenty of beach holiday options in the region, whether you’re looking to see more of nature…

FoodSeptember 9, 2017September 8, 2017

Amò Restaurant: Italian Comfort Food, Pizzas, and Pasta on Hong Kong Street, Singapore

The latest in Italian restaurateur Beppe de Vito’s sizable portfolio of restaurants and bars, which includes the likes of the stunning Il Lido at …

BaliSeptember 6, 2017July 28, 2024

Surf’s Up: The Best Surfing Spots in Bali to Ride Waves

Bali’s coasts have long garnered a reputation for being a surfer’s paradise, and continue to draw in a diverse crowd of surfers year after year. There’s something for everyone, whether you’re a beginn…

AustraliaSeptember 2, 2017May 10, 2023

Sydney Beer Week 2017: 10 Days of Festivities for The Craft Beer Curious and The Hop Heads

In Singapore, we’re not short of beer festivals. Beerfest Asia just wrapped up last month, and we have the 11th edition of iBrew Challenge, an event t…

Cuisine? Culture? City guides? We've got you covered.