[iRecommend] Hachi Tei Japanese Cuisine

“It does not not charge GST nor service charge. The food is good and cheap.”
— Leonard Png, blogger

Hachi Tei Japanese

MEET the talent behind the blog “The Chronicles of Leonard“. His name is Leonard Png, 30, and he works as a laboratory executive at NTU.

“I blog almost everything under the sun, mostly about myself, my thoughts, the food I ate, the movie I watched, the places I went to, the events I attended, the countries I went to, the photographs I took, rants, occasionally gossips,” says Leonard.

Here, he recommends his favourite Japanese restaurant in Singapore.

[iRecommend] Bella’s Seaweed Cold Mask

“The only time I woke up during the treatment was when a new layer of mask was placed on my face.”
P. Sabrina, 88DB.com writer

Bella at International Building

WHY do women do facial? “I want to look beautiful,” says Zune. “My skin complexion is not good so I do facial hoping to improve it.” “I have very sensitive skin,” says Sara. “I want to feel pampered while improving my complexion.”

A facial is a cosmetic treatment on the face, commonly involving a variety of skin treatments, including: steam, exfoliation, extraction, creams, lotions, masks, peels, and massage. Normally performed in a beauty salon, it is also a common spa treatment.

Basically women want to be pampered and look radiant, this is why women like me go for facials. When a colleague asked me to try one at Bella, I knew I needed a treat and this was one that no woman would reject. And so arrangements were made and I headed down to the Bella shop at International Building #08-06.

Read more about P. Sabrina’s recommendation for facial treatments.

[iRecommend] Makeup Artist Liren Neo

“During our overseas shoot, she helped us in more ways than just putting on make-up…she made our experience pain-free and enjoyable.” — Karen Liew, future bride

SOON-to-be-bride Karen Liew has done the rounds of suppliers for her upcoming wedding, and one of her finds is professional makeup artist Liren Neo. “I have found her not only a good make-up artist but also a very helpful, knowledgeable and IT-oriented person,” says Karen, who also notes Liren’s punctuality and helpfulness. “She’s an artist who never fails in her service.”

Read more about this recommendation for makeup artist, Liren Neo.

[iRecommend] Nutri-ForeFronT

Who swears by it: Sal Selamat-Sim, Writer

Writer Sal Selamat-Sim, 22, has made visits to the gym a regular habit (he goes three times a week), and that’s how he learned to appreciate the benefits of sports nutrition supplements. He goes online for his stash — but he’s discovered that online shopping isn’t always a cold, faceless transaction. That’s why he recommends Nutri-ForeFronT.

To read more about our product review on this health supplement, visit 88DB iRecommend now!

[iRecommend] Ice Cold Beer

Interview by Mavis Ang

Who swears by it: Shayne Koh, Flight Attendant.

For 24 year old flight attendant Shayne Koh, finding time to catch up with friends is nearly impossible, so when she’s in town, she goes to just one place. “Ice Cold Beer [ Located in a converted shophouse off Orchard Road ] is definitely a place to chill and have crazy times with my friends because you need not lower your noise level even if you’re laughing or talking at the top of your voice,” Shayne said.

To read more about this food review, visit 88DB iRecommend.

[iRecommend] Yanqing’s Shanghai Kitchen

Interview by Mavis Ang

Who swears by it: Jonathan Chia, Full-time National Serviceman

Great food and pretty waitresses at this Shanghainese restaurant scored well against Jonathan Chia’s checklist for a great eatery. “When I was in China, everything I ate made my stomach extremely upset. So it’s quite surprising that I actually love the food at this restaurant,” Jonathan commented. He also fell in love with its modern oriental décor, and the pretty waitresses, of course.

WHAT SETS THEIR DISHES APART FROM THE REST: “Unlike fish soups served at other Chinese restaurants, the Huang Yu (yellow fish) Soup here is very clear, not oily, and the fish’s sweetness is very distinct in the soup.”

SETS YOU BACK BY: At least $30 for their popular dishes. Like most Chinese restaurants, the size and prices of dishes vary depending on the number of people on the table.

WHY HE LIKES IT SO MUCH: When asked about the service at Yanqing’s Shanghai Kitchen, Jonathan’s reply: “Prompt, polite and sexy.”

WHERE IS IT LOCATED: Opened by former Chinese TV presenter, Shanghai-born Wang Yanqing, Yanqing’s Shanghai Restaurant has established one more branch since it first opened two years ago. Hop on to Yanqing’s restaurant listing to find out more about this recommended dining place.

[iRecommend] Hair Plus Studio

Interview by Mavis Ang

Who swears by it: Priyadhershini Balraju, uniSIM student

PRIYADHERSHINI BALRAJU’S short wavy hair is always in need of a monthly fix, and can easily look disastrous if badly cut. “Especially when my hair is a little out of shape, it curls this way and that, and that annoys me immensely. So I need a good hairdresser to tame it,” she says. “I always go back to Hair Plus Studio at Far East Plaza because my professional hairdresser, Teen, always knows what kind of hairdo I want.”

WHAT SETS TEEN APART FROM THE REST: “Teen’s service is also very consistent, and she often recommends useful hair products suitable for my hair type.”

SETS YOU BACK BY: At least $32 on weekends, prices are higher for longer hair.

SHE LIKES IT SO MUCH THAT: Having patronised Hair Plus Studio for a year, Priya’s realised that the staff there are always friendly to all customers. “The place gives me this ever-welcoming feeling, so I will always go back to them.”

WHERE IS IT LOCATED: Hair Plus Studio is one of many hair salons in 88DB’s Beauty & Wellness list.

Hair Plus Studio
4 Scotts Rd #02-33
Far East Plaza
Tel. No.: 6735 3968