Emily Seow, Author at City Nomads

SingaporeFebruary 1, 2017March 26, 2019

Spa Review: So in Love with So Spa, Sofitel Singapore Sentosa Resort & Spa

We at City Nomads consider ourselves champion keyboard warriors. When we’re not out for a scoop, we’re sitting in front of our computers doing researc…

Fine DiningJanuary 31, 2017March 14, 2018

Restaurant Review: Singapore Fine Dining Institution Iggy’s Reopens

One of the first fine dining restaurants to put Singapore on the gastronomy map of the region and the world, 12-year old Iggy’s in the Orchard Road di…

InterviewsJanuary 25, 2017July 22, 2024

10 Questions with Japanese Jazz Pianist, Aya Sekine

Known for her soulful and dynamic style of Jazz and improvisations that are heavily influenced by the Bebop and straight-ahead era, Japanese Jazz pianist Aya Sekine has been an integral part of the lo…

East AsiaJanuary 23, 2017May 12, 2023

5 Reasons to Visit Jeonju – South Korea’s Slow City and Foodie Capital

Life in Jeonju might not be as hectic as that in Seoul or Busan, but it wasn't just the pace of life that got it certified a slow city. Global authori…

Eastern CuisineJanuary 19, 2017July 25, 2024

Bottomless Brunch of the Month: Exquisite Dim Sum and Cantonese Cuisine at VLV

Housed in an opulent, heritage structure in the entertainment enclave of Clarke Quay, restaurant-lounge VLV is seemingly the last place I’d want to ha…

DrinksJanuary 16, 2017May 18, 2020

What’s Up at Singapore Cocktail Festival 2017 (AKA the new Singapore Cocktail Week)

Remember Singapore Cocktail Week? If you’ve been an ardent fan of our city’s best celebration of all things boozy, say hello to its 2017 edition - with a new name and concept, no less – the first Sing…

Fine DiningJanuary 10, 2017January 16, 2017

Kite Singapore: Contemporary Asian Omakase on Craig Road

Update (16 Jan 2017): Due to manpower issues, KITE will be taking a break, and the last day of service will be on Friday, 27th January 2017. Fourte…

DrinksJanuary 9, 2017May 18, 2020

Bar Review: Native Gets Creative with Regional Ingredients and Spirits in Cocktails on Amoy Street, Singapore

There’s nothing better than seeing a friend’s dream come true after years of hard work, and for Owner-Head Bartender Vijay Mudaliar, Native is that dr…

FoodJanuary 4, 2017May 14, 2018

Where to Eat & Drink in 2017 (or What You Missed in 2016)

2016 was, for a lack of a better word, epic. And whether you’re hopeful or fearful of the upcoming year, there are still many benefits to reap from the coming and goings of the food scene in Singapore…

AustraliaJanuary 3, 2017May 10, 2023

Shangri-La Sydney: A Gastronomic Sanctuary in the Rocks

Framed by the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the iconic Sydney Opera House, The Rocks is one of my favourite neighbourhoods in Sydney. One of the of the fi…

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