SINGAPORE COCKTAIL FESTIVAL RETURNS WITH A 17-DAY SPIRITED CALENDAR FROM 5 TO 21 MAY 2023 Asia’s most anticipated cocktail party is back. Celebrating its 9th consecutive year, the Festival opens with the biggest Festival Village yet at the iconic Bayfront Event Space. This will be followed by a fortnight-long calendar that brings together the world’s best cocktail masters and spirits makers. A summary of Festival highlights from 5 to 21 May includes: A sprawling 7400sqm Festival Village, happening from 5 to 7 May A City Takeover featuring limited-time #SGCF2023 Signature Cocktails across 45 of Singapore’s best bars Bar Takeovers by #SGCF2023 Headliner Bars from Australia, Hong Kong, India, Philippines, Taiwan and Thailand Cocktail brunches, bar crawls and other exciting cocktail experiences This year, the Festival is returning to a full line-up after two and a half years, with the last Festival Village happening in 2019. In the years of the pandemic, the Festival evolved to include online and hybrid editions, with new experiences such as SGCF@Home, SGCF on Wheels and the SGCF City Takeover. “Singapore Cocktail Festival was born out of a vision to put our city on the world cocktail map. It operates with the industry at its heart. In the last two years, our focus has very much been on helping the industry get through the challenges of the pandemic. Now that things are fully open, we are excited to bring consumers back into the fold, and celebrate the world of cocktails once again,” says Wai Mayleng, Co-Founder of Singapore Cocktail Festival. The Festival also unveils its new theme, “Shaking Up New Possibilities”, in line with its forward-thinking goal for the future. “We believe that the spotlight will be on us in Asia, as the capital of inspiration for cocktail innovation going forward. The theme aims to inspire our community here to set the path forward not just for Asia, but for the cocktail industry at large. We are ready to lead, and Singapore Cocktail Festival is here to provide that stage for the next decade of cocktail evolution,” says Ivy Woo, Co-Founder of Singapore Cocktail Festival. The Festival Village - 5 to 7 May 2023 The Festival Village returns with a brand new home at Bayfront Events Space. Located next to Marina Bay Sands, the Village promises exciting cocktail experiences amid a 180-degree backdrop of Singapore’s city skyline. With close to 100 different cocktails to sip on, all priced at $15 only, the Festival Village will feature Brand Pop-ups by Bacardi, Codigo 1530, Hendrick’s Gin, Malfy, Monkey 47, Monkey Shoulder, Naked Malt, Roku Gin, Stranger & Sons and more. Festival goers can also meet the world’s best bartenders up close and personal, with Singapore’s best bars who are expected to make appearances alongside the Festival’s Headliner Bars – Indulge Experimental Bistro (Taipei, No. 6 at Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2022), Maybe Sammy (Sydney, No. 29 at The World’s 50 Best Bars 2022), Penicillin (Hong Kong, No. 22 at Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2022), ReCraft (Manila, named one of the best cocktail bars in Manila by Coconuts) Sidecar (New Delhi, No. 14 at Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2022) and The Bar at The House on Sathorn (Bangkok, named one of the best new bars of 2022 by Lifestyle Asia). The Artisanal Spirits showcase makes a comeback in 2023, giving Festival goers the opportunity to discover craft spirits from different corners of the world. Over 30 craft spirit brands are expected and these include Singapore’s Tanglin Gin, Asian-Caribbean Rum, House of Cane and more. At the Food Street, look out for flavours from Spain to Mexico and India, with pop-ups by Employees Only, Esquina, Feather Blade, Mezcla, Ms. Maria and Mr. Singh, Rappu, Stay Gold Flamingo, Kebabs Factory and more. Early Bird Passes are priced from $40 onwards, and available for a limited time from 3 to 31 March. 1 to 3-Day passes are available for purchase from 3 March 2023, these include a City Takeover wristband as well as a Welcome Drink at the Festival Village. Artisanal Spirit Tasting Cards are sold separately. City Takeover - 5 to 21 May 2023 Flying the flag high as the cocktail mecca of Asia, 45 of Singapore’s best bars will be “Shaking Up New Possibilities”, with innovative libations created especially for Festival goers. Enjoy #SGCF2023 Signature Cocktails priced at $18++ at all participating bars, with the purchase of City Takeover wristbands priced at just $10 nett. For more unique experiences, look out for an exciting calendar of Bar Takeovers by the Festival’s home-based Headliner Bars, at venues such as Analogue (No. 37 at Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2022), Manhattan (No. 9 at Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2022), Origin Bar, Republic Bar (No. 12 at Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2022), Stay Gold Flamingo and The Elephant Room, both of which are on Asia’s 50 Best Bars Singapore Discovery list. Other cocktail experiences to look out for during the City Takeover include Cocktail Brunches, Cocktail Workshops, thematic Bar Crawls and more. “Homegrown events such as the Singapore Cocktail Festival reinforce Singapore’s standing as an award-winning cocktail destination, profile our local talents, and encourage international collaborations and knowledge exchange within the global bar community. Our bartenders continue to embody the spirit of innovation with their creations, and we look forward to sampling what they will offer at the Festival,” says Guo Teyi, Director, Retail & Dining, Singapore Tourism Board. Ticketing Information: 1 Day Pass: $40 *(Early Bird), $45 (Standard), $50 (Door) 3 Day Pass: $55 ((Early Bird), $70 (Standard) *These include a City Takeover wristband as well as a Welcome Drink at the Festival Village City Takeover Wristband: $10 Add-on Artisanal Spirit Tasting Card: $12 *(Early Bird), $15 (Standard), $20 (Door) *Early Bird Passes available from 3 to 31 March 2023 www.singaporecocktailfestival.com www.facebook.com/sgcocktailfest #SGCF2023 #SGCocktailFest General Inquiries: hello@singaporecocktailfestival.com

Black Hat, the producer of the cybersecurity industry’s most established and in-depth security events for over 20 years, has provided attendees with the very latest in information security research, development, and trends. These high-profile global events and trainings are driven by the needs of the security community, striving to bring together the best minds in the industry. Black Hat inspires professionals at all career levels, encouraging growth and collaboration among academia, world-class researchers, and leaders in the public and private sectors. Black Hat Briefings and Trainings are held annually in the United States, Europe and Asia. Black Hat, recently announced the successful completion of the in-person component of Black Hat Asia 2023 in Singapore. The event welcomed a record number of attendees from May 9 through May 12, with more than 3,000 attendees joining at the Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre. Security professionals from 95 countries registered to attend the event and experience firsthand the latest in research, development, and trends in Information Security (InfoSec). The event featured separate two- and four-day deeply technical hands-on Trainings, followed by two days of Briefings presenting the latest research and vulnerability disclosures. The depth and inclusiveness of these Briefings and Training, showcased the professionalism of this dynamic brand. “Black Hat is committed to being the event series where the best minds in the security industry continue to come together,” said Steve Wylie, Vice President, Cybersecurity Market Group at Informa Tech. “I’m thankful for a successful close on Black Hat Asia 2023, and proud of our team, customers, partners, and sponsors who helped make this event possible.” Show highlights for 2023 include the following:- Keynote: This year’s Keynote was Xiaosheng Tan, Founder and CEO of Beijing Genius Cyber Tech Co., Ltd. Tan’s Keynote, “Preparing the Long Journey for Data Security,” provided attendees with insight into the challenges of data security in connection with current and upcoming regulatory requirements. Omdia Analyst Summit: The Omdia Analyst Summit offered analyst insights into targeting cybersecurity investments, key cyberattacks in the region, and also introduced Omdia’s take on the evolving managed detection and response (MDR) landscape. Business Hall: The Business Hall welcomed the industry’s leading companies to showcase their latest innovations to attendees, providing exclusive opportunities for attendees to expand their InfoSec knowledge, network and connect with expert security practitioners and cutting-edge solution providers, and discover new open source tools at Arsenal, Black Hat’s dedicated space for developers to showcase the latest open source tools and products. Student Scholarship Program: As a way to introduce the next generation of security professionals to the Black Hat community, Black Hat awarded 63 complimentary Black Hat Asia 2023 Briefings Passes to student applicants. Top partners and sponsors of Black Hat Asia 2023 include: Diamond Sponsors: Microsoft Corporation, Pentera.io, and Snyk; Platinum Sponsors: KnowBe4, Nokia, and RiskRecon; Association Partners: (ISC)², AiSP, Div0, and Women on Cyber. REGISTRATION AND CONTACT INFORMATION All inquiries, correspondence and issues related to conference registration should be directed to Black Hat via email or telephone (+1 866 203 8081 toll free or +1 415 947 6846). POSTAL ADDRESS Black Hat c/o Informa 650 California Street 7th Floor San Francisco, CA 94108 Phone: 866.203.8081 More information on Blackhat and their programs can be sourced from their website https://www.blackhat.com/

A New Fiery Dining Experience at their Second Outlet at Woodleigh Mall Bulgogi Syo, the brand new dining concept by the K-BBQ Artisans at Seorae announces their second outlet at Woodleigh Mall, opening on 9 May 2023. The second Bulgogi Syo restaurant comes fast at the heels of their well-received first Bulgogi Syo outlet at Bugis Junction, which opened on 9 April 2023. Bulgogi Syo brings to Singapore a brand new dining experience where the Perfect Fire (Bul) and Perfect Meat (Gogi) comes together to offer the Perfect Experience (Syo/Show). Founded by the team behind renowned K-BBQ brand Seorae in Singapore and inspired by Seorae’s Korean Founder, Chul Park, Bulgogi Syo aims to deliver a unique experience when it comes to both experiential dining and big flavours. The restaurant showcases a carefully curated menu that highlights the finest cuts of meat, prepared to perfection over an open flame. "My team and I have spent years experimenting with different approaches to perfect the grilling process. The best meat quality and the best marinade are not enough. Journey to perfection comes with an obsession with the art of fire,” says Chef Chul Park, the founder of Seorae. Our tasting panel were taken through the auspices of their unique 3-step process, which consisted of Sear, Torch and Flambé, and were thoroughly impressed and delighted with the methodology and technique used in delivering the final Syo product! Yummy! UNIQUE BULGOGI SYO THREE-STEP PROCESS So Bulgogi Syo developed a three-step process of SEAR, TORCH and FLAMBÉ for cooking meat. This process delivers unparalleled flavour and flair to the finest meat cuts, bringing an unexpected twist on flavours familiar to all lovers of K-BBQ. 1. SEAR: meats are first seared on large hotstone pans imported from Korea to seal in the juices and flavour 2. TORCH: Bulgogi Syo’s Fire Masters use a larger-than-life blowtorch (our Fire Blasters) capable of delivering temperatures of up to 1,400 degrees to give our meats that perfect char and color. 3. FLAMBÉ: Our Syo Specials are specially flambéed tableside for the perfect show and aroma. Served on personal hotpans carefully heated up to 180 degrees, the Syo Specials are then specially dressed with a special essence before Fire Masters set it alight right in front of guests. This brings an additional dimension of flavours to the meats. We suggest consuming immediately after the flames die down. Customers can expect an immersive dining experience with an Open Kitchen and Tableside flambé, as well as celebratory moments like the Birthday Spe-Syo. “We’ve designed Bulgogi Syo as a dining experience to be shared with your loved ones and friends, says Ms Wilyawati Tjiu, the founder and Managing Director of Seonggong Prestige Pte Ltd, Brand Owner of Seorae, Bulgogi Syo and Pocha! in Singapore. “With something to tantalise all your senses, we hope that Bulgogi Syo will become a top choice for Singaporeans to gather and celebrate key moments in life, or even for an everyday treat.” BULGOGI SYO MENU HIGHLIGHTS Bulgoi Syo’s menu draws on our heritage of Korean BBQ and features carefully selected meats paired with specially concocted Korean-inspired sauces for the best flavour combinations. Sauce selections include spicy options like Spicy Jeyuk and Gochujang sauce, and a non-spicy option of Apple Hangari sauce, made from sauces typically made in a Korean Hangari (Korean fermenting vessel). 1. The Syo Specials Bulgogi Syo recommends that all tables order a Syo Special for the full Bulgogi Syo Sear Torch Flambé Experience. All Syo Specials come with a bowl of seaweed rice. - Angus Beef Tenderloin Buttery and delicate lean meat, a must for beef lovers - Pork Baby Back Ribs Sous vide juicy baby back ribs, served with our very own Gochujang sauce - Duroc Pork Belly A perfect combination of pork and fat - our special Duroc pork belly in Apple Hangari or Spicy Jeyuk sauce - Sharing Combos (Best for 2-3 pax) Sharing combos come with two seaweed rice and a free Jjigae worth $16.90. Choose from Kimchi Jjigae, Tteok Mandu Jjigae or Chadol Beanpaste Jjigae. Pork Combo: 500g of Pork Baby Back Ribs, Duroc Pork Belly and and Pork Collar with the option of Apple Hangari or Spicy Jeyuk sauce Mixed Combo: 500g of Angus Striploin, Pork Collar and Chicken. Choose from Apple Hangari or Spicy Jeyuk sauce for the pork collar and Apple Hangari or Gochujang sauce for the chicken. 2. Personal Hotstones All Personal Hotstones items are first seared and torched in the Open Kitchen before being served on a personal hot stone specially heated up to 180 degrees. Served with seaweed rice. Bulgogi Syo recommends: - Don Jju Jju and Woo Jju Jju Juicy Pork Belly (Don Jju Jju) / Beef Shortplate (Woo Jju Jju) with chewy squid cooked with Kongnamul (beansprouts) in Spicy Jeyuk sauce 3. Korean Favourites Try one of Bulgogi Syo’s Korean comfort favorites - Jjigaes, Ramyeon, Pancakes and more! Bulgogi Syo recommends: - Seafood Jjampong Mussels, prawns, and squid in Korean spicy seafood broth - Bacon Kongnamul Pancake Bacon and beansprouts pancake - a new creation specially developed for Bulgogi Syo. Bulgogi Syo is a new dining concept founded by Seonggong Prestige Pte Ltd, Brand Owner of Seorae, Pocha! And now Bulgogi Syo. With two outlets in Bugis Junction and Woodleigh Mall. the restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience that combines perfect fire (BUL) and perfect meat (GOGI) to create the perfect experience (SYO). To learn more, visit www.bulgogisyo.com

The Singapore Symphony Orchestra (SSO) unveils an exciting line-up of its 2023/2024 season bringing audiences compelling and memorable musical experiences from July 2023 to June 2024. The new season will kick off on a high note with SSO Pops: The Music of Hans Zimmer in July, followed by a slew of exceptional performances including SSO National Day Concert in August as well as concerts in the upcoming months by acclaimed virtuosos including Mischa Maisky, Leonidas Kavakos, Bomsori Kim, Olga Peretyatko, Rudolf Buchbinder, Garrick Ohlsson, Bruce Liu and more.. Kicking off the new season in July, SSO Pops: The Music of Hans Zimmer, conducted by Gerard Salonga, will spotlight iconic works by Zimmer, who is regarded as one of the most admired film composers of our time. Inspired by the time-honoured traditions of The Last Samurai, the cosmic journey of Interstellar, and the unsung heroism of The Dark Knight. Dedicated to Raffles Hotel Singapore, SSO’s Official Hotel, this performance is one not-to-be-missed. Classical music lovers can look forward to concerts featuring renowned guest soloists such as Israeli cellist Mischa Maisky, Greek violinist Leonidas Kavakos, South Korean violinist Bomsori Kim and more, plus enthralling performances led by SSO’s Music Director Hans Graf and Associate Conductor Rodolfo Barráez, as well as acclaimed guest conductors such as Han-Na Chang, Yue Bao, Jukka-Pekka Saraste, Mario Venzago, Gerard Salonga, Andrew Litton and Pierre Bleuse. In the months of July, March and May, enjoy free concerts across the island in the SSO Lunchtime Concerts, SSO In Your Community, Temasek Foundation SSO Symphony In The Gardens, Temasek Foundation SSO Music In The Meadow, and SSO Mother’s Day Concert. Families with kids can look forward to fun and interactive programmes like SSO Babies’ Proms, and SSO’s Concerts For Children series, staged during the school holidays, with titles such as Little Red Riding Hood, Sleepover at the Museum and the classic Carnival of the Animals to look forward to. Into its sixth installment, the Temasek Foundation SSO National Day Concert in August will showcase Singaporean composers like Zechariah Goh, Sulwyn Lok, Kelly Tang, Chua Jon Lin and Felix Phang, amongst others. Led by Singaporean conductor Ng Tianhui, the performance will feature the SSO, Singapore Symphony Chorus, Singapore Symphony Youth Choir and Singapore Symphony Children’s Choir. The concert will be livestreamed free on SSO’s YouTube channel. The new season sees Singapore’s brightest violin star Chloe Chua extend her role as SSO’s Artist- In-Residence for a second year. Chloe will perform in four concerts throughout the season, including a chamber recital. Other notable works that will be showcased in the new season include the spectacular tone poems of Richard Strauss, Schubert’s Great Symphony, Berlioz’s Symphonie fantastique, Brahms’s Requiem, Tchaikovsky’s Symphonies 4, 5 and 6, Mozart’s Clarinet Concerto, Bach’s Brandenburg Concertos, all five Beethoven Piano Concertos, Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concertos Nos. 2 and 3 and Chopin’s Piano Concertos Nos. 1 and 2. July 2023 The new season is off to a resounding start on 14 and 15 July with SSO Pops: The Music of Hans Zimmer, featuring iconic works from one of the most admired film composers of our time. Conducted by Gerard Salonga, audiences can look forward to music from films like Interstellar, Inception, Man of Steel, The Da Vinci Code, Madagascar, Gladiator and more. The month of July will offer a handful of free concerts, starting with the popular SSO Lunchtime Concert on 19 July, which will see Associate Conductor Rodolfo Barráez leading the orchestra for an hour’s worth of classical favourites at the Victoria Concert Hall. Admission is free on a first-come, first-served basis. This is followed by SSO In Your Community on 21 July – a free concert held at Anglo-Chinese School (Independent), also led by Rodolfo. No stranger to our outdoor concerts, Rodolfo will once again lead the orchestra at the Singapore Botanic Gardens for Temasek Foundation SSO Symphony In The Gardens on 22 July. Gather your loved ones and furry friends for an evening filled with nature and classical music performed live by a full orchestra. The month wraps up on a high note with Chloe Chua and He Ziyu on 27 and 28 July. Led by Music Director Hans Graf, witness the impeccable talent of SSO Artist-In-Residence Chloe Chua as she performs Mozart’s Sinfonia Concertante, joined by another youthful virtuoso, He Ziyu. Maestro Hans Graf ramps up the stakes as the SSO chronicles Richard Strauss’s ground-breaking orchestral spectacle, Ein Heldenleben (A Hero’s Life) under his baton. August 2023 Another exciting month awaits starting with Seika Ishida Plays Chopin on 4 and 5 August. Having received much praise in her debut with the SSO in 2022, the award-winning Japanese pianist returns to play Chopin’s Piano Concerto No. 2, a work of refined nostalgia to match her exquisite command of the keyboard. To complete the evening, Maestro Hans Graf and the SSO will showcase Schubert’s Great Symphony, an enduring statement of musical nobility. The Temasek Foundation SSO National Day Concert, an annual celebration of Singapore and its musical identity, returns on 13 August at the Esplanade Concert Hall for its sixth edition. Conducted by Singaporean conductor Ng Tianhui, the performance is a showcase of Singaporean capability in every aspect of music, spotlighting Singaporean composers and artists. A notable highlight this month, the Three Continents Cello Concerto on 19 August will mark the Asian premiere of the Drei Kontinente Cello Concerto. This collaboration by acclaimed contemporary composers Nico Muhly, Sven Helbig and Zhou Long, co-commissioned by the SSO, will be championed by its dedicatee, renowned cellist Jan Vogler. The performance, led by conductor Yue Bao, will also feature Rachmaninoff’s thrilling Symphonic Dances. On 20 August, Singaporean organist Anne Maria Lim and electronic music master Benjamin Ang of Cosmic Armchair and NUS Electronic Music Lab will come together for VCHpresents Organ: Acoustic Shock – An Organ and Electronic Music Spectacular. Witness what the power of electronic music and the pipe organ can do to charge up the concert hall as they present works by composers Larry King and special renditions of selected local songs. To round up a music-filled month, Bliss – Mozart’s Clarinet Concerto on 25 and 26 August will see British clarinettist Julian Bliss team up with the SSO under the baton of Swiss maestro Mario Venzago to present works from three of the finest composers at the turn of the 18th century: Rossini, Mozart and Haydn. September 2023 On 2 September, SSO Artist-In-Residence Chloe Chua stars in Chloe Chua Plays Paganini where she is set to dazzle audiences with her performance of Violin Concerto No. 1 by Paganini, a composer famously known for impossible feats on the violin. That’s not all – in the second half of the concert, the Singapore Symphony Chorus and the Singapore Symphony Youth Choir will perform Debussy’s Nocturnes and Vaughan Williams’s Toward The Unknown Region, a humanistic choral inspiration celebrating the spirit of adventure and discovery. On 9 and 10 September, Concerts for Children: Little Red Riding Hood makes for the perfect September school holiday activity for the whole family. Let the SSO, under the baton of Associate Conductor Rodolfo Barráez, and the actors of Dandi Productions show you how Little Red thwarts the Big Bad Wolf to save the day with lively theatre, music and bold costumes. Gear up for an inspiring evening on 12 and 13 September as Shanghai-born Singaporean pianist Yao Xiao Yun takes the stage for VCHpresents Intimate Moments: 乐享时光: 琴云秋乐 Nocturne. This year’s President’s Young Performers Concert on 23 September will shine the spotlight on multi award-winning pianist Hao Jia as he performs her thoughts on the piano as the anchor in chamber music, a genre best enjoyed amongst friends and witness the 2005 National Piano & Violin Competition First Prize Winner in action as she performs with the SSO at the Victoria Concert Hall Dance Studio. Rachmaninoff’s popular Third Piano Concerto. Mendelssohn’s popular Scottish Symphony makes up the second half of this concert directed by Associate Conductor Rodolfo Barráez. Fans of the cello will want to bookmark SSO Gala: Mischa Maisky and Han-Na Chang, happening on 29 and 30 September. A marvellous showcase for one of the most celebrated cellists today, Saint-Saëns’s uplifting Cello Concerto No. 1. Joining him and the SSO is the charismatic South Korean conductor Han-Na Chang, a famed cellist herself, who will also direct Wagner’s serene Siegfried Idyll and Mozart’s splendid Jupiter Symphony. October 2023 The month is off to an insightful start with Unboxing the Organ with Dr Phoon Yu and the Lorong Boys on 1 October as organist Phoon Yu and acclaimed Singaporean band The Lorong Boys teach you all about the true meaning of music history, Singapore style. From Bach to the Beatles, Mozart to Metallica, and Strauss to Sambal, there is bound to be something for everyone to enjoy. On 5 October, Heroic Tales of Richard Strauss, led by Music Director Hans Graf, will see the SSO bring to life the merry misadventures of the prankster Till Eulenspiegel and the fantastic escapades of the would-be knight, Don Quixote, with the latter featuring SSO Principal Cello/The HEAD Foundation Chair Pei-Sian Ng and Principal Viola Zhang Manchin. The SSO is delighted to restage last year’s sold-out Babies’ Proms programme, in response to popular demand. Introduce your little ones to the wonderful world of music through SSO Babies’ Proms on 7 and 8 October. Hosted by presenter William Ledbetter, affectionately known as Uncle Bill, the fun and interactive programme will not only take parents and kids on a journey to discover and learn all about the orchestra and the various instruments, it is also bound to get them out of their seats and moving along to the music. SSO Gala: Hans Graf and Leonidas Kavakos on 13 and 14 October will see the famed Greek violin virtuoso perform Tchaikovsky’s glorious Violin Concerto. The music of the ever-popular Czech composer Dvořák bookends this concert – four selections from his picturesque Legends for orchestra and the lyrical Sixth Symphony. Another rare opportunity to catch Leonidas Kavakos in action, VCHpresents Chamber: Leonidas Kavakos in Recital on 15 October will feature some of the most exquisite pieces by the likes of Beethoven and Ravel. Join British violinist Chloë Hanslip and American maestro Andrew Litton as they present Tchaikovsky 4, featuring the Asian premiere of American composer Robert Russell Bennett’s Violin Concerto followed by Tchaikovsky’s tumultuous symphonic masterpiece, the Fourth Symphony. Catch them again on 27 October for Duke Violin Concerto and Tchaikovsky 6 in the Asian premiere of Vernon Duke’s Violin Concerto and Tchaikovsky’s epic Pathétique Symphony (No. 6). The pipe organ has a unique place in haunting harmonies, so don’t miss VCHpresents Organ: A Haunted Halloween Hymn on 28 and 29 October. The voices of the Singapore Symphony Chorus will fill the Victoria Concert Hall with the music of Dan Forrest, Wojciech Kilar, Maurice Duruflé and more. Join them and returning Halloween host, organist Loraine Muthiah, as they raise the spirits of music from beneath the scores. November 2023 Delve into the world of Baroque music on 2 and 3 November as Andrew Arthur, Associate Director and harpsichordist of the UK’s renowned period ensemble, The Hanover Band, leads the SSO in two VCHpresents Baroque Festival programmes: Bach’s Brandenburg Concertos Part I and Part II -– some of the finest music ever written. On 10 and 11 November, let SSO Artist-In-Residence Chloe Chua transport you to scenic China with her performance of the exquisite Butterfly Lovers Violin Concerto by Chinese composers He Zhanhao and Chen Gang. Led by Associate Conductor Rodolfo Barráez, the concert begins with the soulful warmth of Sunshine Over Tashkurgan and ends with the sunlit exaltation of Beethoven’s spirited Eighth Symphony. Treat the family to an afternoon of live entertainment and music on 17 and 18 November as Temasek Foundation SSO Concerts for Children: Carnival of the Animals makes a comeback at the Victoria Concert Hall. The delightfully vivid Carnival of the Animals has entertained generations of music lovers, both young and old. Hailing from Canada, L’Arsenal à Musique will lend its theatrical talents to join the SSO in presenting this fun-filled concert for children. On 23 and 24 November, award-winning Canadian pianist Bruce Liu will be in town for Chopin and Beethoven – Bruce Liu and Jukka-Pekka Saraste where he will perform Chopin’s Piano Concerto No. 1. Prominent Finnish maestro Jukka-Pekka Saraste also leads the SSO in Schoenberg’s eye- opening Chamber Symphony No. 2 and Beethoven’s First Symphony. December 2023 With a distinguished career spanning over 60 years, Austrian pianist Rudolf Buchbinder is a legend of our time. Catch him live in action as both piano soloist and conductor in two back-to-back concerts on 8 and 9 December for Beethoven’s Piano Concertos 2 & 3 and Piano Concertos 1 & 4 respectively. Fuelled by his lifelong dedication to Beethoven, Buchbinder is a unique fount of wisdom on the great composer’s music. Rudolf Buchbinder caps his visit to Singapore on 10 December with VCHpresents Chamber: Moonlight, Pathétique and Appassionata, showcasing some of the most celebrated piano sonatas by Beethoven. A perfect way to add cheer to your year-end festivities, SSO Christmas Fundraising Concert, led by Associate Conductor Rodolfo Barráez on 14 and 15 December, will see the Singapore Symphony family dress the stage with musical joy and blessed harmonies for the yuletide season. January 2024 Two of Singapore’s finest young musicians, violinist Chloe Chua and organist Isaac Lee , will come together on 5 and 6 January for VCHpresents Chamber: Chloe and Isaac Go Baroque, where they will unveil a treasure trove of rare Baroque gems including pieces by Vitali, Tartini, and Locatelli. Audiences can look forward to virtuoso displays of both technical finesse and soulful emotion. Over two weekends in January, SSO Music Director Hans Graf leads two back-to-back tributes to the music of Rachmaninoff. On 12 and 13 January, veteran American pianist Garrick Ohlsson stars in Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto 2 in a programme with the composer’s Symphony No. 2. On 18 and 19 January, South Korean pianist Jae-Hyuck Cho is the soloist in Concerto 3. This is paired with Rachmaninoff’s beautiful Third Symphony. Movie lovers will not want to miss SSO Pops: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial – Film with Live Orchestra A beloved classic from 1982, E.T is a moving tale of friendship, courage and gratitude that has captivated viewers of all ages. Watch the movie with the entire soundtrack performed live by the SSO conducted by Joshua Tan to see how young Elliot helps ET “phone home”, and be uplifted by the incomparable music of John Williams. February 2024 on 26 and 27 January. Rachmaninoff’s Piano Mozart’s celebrated comic opera, The Marriage of Figaro, capers onto stage on 3 and 4 February. Led by guest violinist Wang Xiaoming, First Concertmaster of Zurich Opera House, VCHpresents Chamber: Figaro in a Pocket will showcase a miniature version of one of the most popular operatic masterpieces on stage. Sprinkle a dash of musical bliss on your Sunday afternoon with VCHpresents Chamber: Sunday Afternoon Fancies on 25 February, presenting a programme of English choral and string delights. From the divine harmonies of Tavener to Shakespearean songs with a touch of jazz, the heartfelt nostalgia of Vaughan Williams to the whimsical gems of Rutter, this performance featuring the Singapore Symphony Youth Choir, led by Choirmaster Wong Lai Foon, and musicians of the SSO is set to make your spirit sing all day with joy. March 2024 Conductor Laureate of the SSO, Lan Shui returns on 1 March for Lan Shui and Bomsori. While he was SSO’s Music Director from 1997 to 2019, Mahler’s monumental symphonies have been a signature of his programmes, and now audiences can look forward to this rendition of the First Symphony under his baton. Korean superstar violinist Bomsori Kim – who was the SSO’s first international guest soloist, back in April 2021, during Singapore’s post-lockdown recovery from the pandemic – makes a welcome and well-deserved return to audiences here in 2024. She will present the panoramic splendour of Nielsen’s Violin Concerto. A handful of free concerts will be available island-wide this month, starting with SSO Lunchtime Concert on 6 March, SSO In Your Community on 8 March, and Temasek Foundation SSO Music In The Meadow at Gardens by the Bay on 9 March – all led by Associate Conductor Rodolfo Barráez. On 14 March, VCHpresents Chamber: SSO. Based on the book by composer and author Karen LeFrak, ardent champion of musical and literary education for children, this concert for children is an adventure-filled introduction to classical music. Smetana, Mozart and Barber will celebrate the 200th birth anniversary of Smetana, touted as the father of Czech music. A great way to introduce classical music to the little ones is to make it engaging and relatable. If you’re hoping to get your kids interested in classical music, take them to Concerts for Children: Sleepover At The Museum on 16 March. On 23 March, The Hungarian Connection – Brahms Piano Concerto 1 will feature Budapest-born pianist, Dénes Várjon and his Hungarian compatriot conductor Gábor Káli, as they come together to present Brahms Piano Concerto No. 1, a masterpiece of symphonic proportions, at the Esplanade Concert Hall. The programme will also spotlight Huang Ruo’s Tipping Point and Bartók’s well- known Concerto For Orchestra. Taking place on 23 March at the Victoria Concert Hall, VCHpresents Organ: Creation Dance – Richard Brasier will shine the spotlight on the British master organist. Witness On 29 and 30 March, John Williams – Essay and Flute Concerto will mark the Asian premiere of John Williams’ Essay for Strings and Flute Concerto, with the latter performed by SSO Principal Flute and Stephen Riady Chair Jin Ta. Led by German conductor Gabriel Venzago, the blistering energy of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 2 makes an exciting contrast in the second half of the programme. April 2024 On 6 April, SSO Gala: Olga Peretyatko – A Night at the Opera will see soprano Olga Peretyatko dazzle and enchant audiences with her voice as she performs some of the most cherished opera arias from the French and Italian repertory with the SSO conducted by maestro Mikhail Agrest. On 12 and 13 April, Kreisler, Stravinsky and Mozart will showcase the many quaint facets of Europe, from Italian Baroque to French Ballet and Viennese ingenuity. Audiences will also get to hear the rarely performed Violin Concerto by Fritz Kreisler, Stravinsky’s comedic ballet inspired by Italian legend and Mozart’s lively Prague Symphony. Join Danish violinist-conductor Nikolaj Szeps-Znaider for an evening of brilliant music as he leads the SSO in this light-hearted, charming programme. On 20 April, the SSO family will come together for Brahms Requiem and Schumann Cello Concerto, led by Music Director Hans Graf. Witness the two composers’ heartfelt music come to life in this soul-searching programme featuring Singapore-based Australian cellist Li-Wei Qin in Schumann’s Cello Concerto and the Singapore Symphony Chorus, Singapore Symphony Youth Choir, Singapore National Youth Orchestra, Swedish soprano Susanna Andersson and Danish baritone Bo Skovhus in Brahms’s Requiem. On 27 April, Ravel’s Spain promises an evening filled with great music, wry humour and unrivalled entertainment. Ravel’s one-act comédie musicale The Spanish Hour will be semi-staged with Singaporean mezzo-soprano Jade Tan in the leading role, while Danish baritone Bo Skovhus serenades his perfect lady in the enchanting songs of Don Quichotte à Dulcinée. Conducted by Music Director Hans Graf, the performance will also showcase the orchestra in Ravel’s full sonic canvas, from the evocative Rapsodie espagnole to the electrifying, utterly unforgettable Boléro. May 2024 From Tchaikovsky’s tremendous Fifth Symphony to Prokofiev’s Violin Concerto No. 2, Tchaikovsky and Prokofiev – Hans Graf and Benjamin Schmid on 2 and 3 May will transport audiences to new heights of musical joy. Led by Music Director Hans Graf, the performance will be headlined by critically acclaimed violinist Benjamin Schmid. Finesse in this recital of familiar names including Bach, Franck, Mozart and Liszt, as well as titles by his versatility and contemporary composers like Neil Cox’s coruscating Creation Dance. The celebration of Smetana’s 200th birth anniversary continues in VCHpresents Chamber: Smetana and Dvořák on 5 May, showcasing his well-known Piano Trio in G minor, an elegiac work that ultimately finds joyous courage at the end. Smetana’s famous contemporary, Dvořák shares the limelight with his attractive bass-augmented String Quintet No. 2, performed by musicians of the SSO. On 12 May, surprise the mothers and grandmothers in your life by taking them to the SSO Mother’s Day Concert, led by Associate Conductor Rodolfo Barráez, which promises a delightful evening at the Singapore Botanic Gardens. Fans of the much-lauded Pavel Haas Quartet will have the rare opportunity of watching them live in action as they will be in town for VCHpresents Chamber: The Pavel Haas Quartet on 19 May. Winner of six Gramophone Awards, the quartet, named after the Czech composer Pavel Haas, is famously known for championing the music of their homeland. VCHpresents Chamber: Poetry of the Harp – Xavier de Maistre on 22 May is sure to have audiences’ breath blown away as the acclaimed French harpist performs in a full solo recital of harp music, including his own transcriptions of famous works by Debussy, Xavier de Maistre will take to the stage again for a concerto with the SSO in Xavier de Maistretributes to ancient Rome, with the SSO conducted by French maestro Pierre Bleuse. June 2024 The 2023/2024 season draws to a resounding close with two concerts this month, starting with Emperor Concerto and Symphonie Fantastique on 1 June, featuring French maestro Pierre Bleuse and English pianist Paul Lewis, showcasing masterpieces by Beethoven and Berlioz, as well as a newly commissioned piece by award-winning Singaporean composer Koh Cheng Jin. To wrap up the season, a special programme has been planned for VCHpresents Organ: The Crow and the Dove on 15 June, featuring Margaret Chen, doyen of the Singapore organ scene, who will be the narrator for this performance. Organist Phoon Yu will also be performing alongside a fusionof ballet and Filipino folk dance in this tale of fidelity adapted by Singapore Symphony Chorus Choral Director Eudenice Palaruan. Orchestra Home and Box Office Singapore Symphony Orchestra 11 Empress Place #01-02 Victoria Concert Hall Singapore 179558 For ticketing assistance, please get in touch with their Customer Experience team: +65 6602 4245 +65 8282 3709 (WhatsApp) ticketing@sso.org.sg (Mon–Fri, 9.30am to 6pm. Closed on public holidays.)

The Second Desaru Coast Multisport Festival presented By IRONMAN gets Bigger, Better, and Packed with more Festive Activities Desaru Coast is curated as a new destination resort in Malaysia with a portfolio of globally renowned hotels and resorts, namely Hard Rock Hotel Desaru Coast, The Westin Desaru Coast Resort, Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas and One&Only Desaru Coast. The destination is also home to Adventure Waterpark Desaru Coast - one of the world’s biggest waterparks, Desaru Coast Conference Centre - a fully equipped conference facility, The Els Club Malaysia Desaru Coast – 45 holes of golf in total at two distinct courses, Ocean Course by Ernie Els and Valley Course by Vijay Singh, and Desaru Coast Riverside. The integrated destination resort earned the accolade as one of TIME Magazine’s World’s Greatest Places of 2021. It provides an indulgent getaway for the discerning leisure and business travelers alike. Located in the south-eastern region of the country, in the state of Johor, Desaru Coast spans over approximately 4000 acres along a pristine 17 km beachfront that faces eastwards over the clear ocean waters. The destination is set amid a rich bio-diverse location and is easily accessible via road, air and sea. Desaru Development Holdings One Sdn. Bhd. is the master developer of Desaru Coast and is a subsidiary of Desaru Development Corporation Sdn. Bhd. within the Destination Resorts and Hotel Sdn. Bhd. (formerly known as Themed Attractions Resorts & Hotels Sdn. Bhd.) group of companies. Following the success of its inaugural event last year, Desaru Coast is ready to welcome athletes, supporters and guests from all over the world to the 2023 Desaru Coast Multisport Festival presented by IRONMAN for the second time. Set to grow the festival in terms of sports, festivities and experiences, Desaru Coast will welcome athletes of all ages from over 50 countries come 12 - 14 May, 2023. In partnership with the world’s biggest mass participation sports operator, IRONMAN, the Desaru Coast Multisport Festival will be hosting the IRONKIDS Triathlon, Sprint Triathlon, 5150 Triathlon,and IRONMAN 70.3 Desaru Coast over the three days. Additionally, in synergising with what Desaru Coast has to offer, the festival will see the introduction of its own version of ‘adrenalin golf’ to the festival sports calendar this year, held on the rolling greens of the Ocean Course at the award-winning The Els Club. For adrenaline junkies and adventurous spirits, this year’s Festival will also feature MILO x Wavvy Hub Surfskate Clinic. Daily lessons take place for all ages, young and old. Come and learn SURFSKATING in a safe and fun environment. Desaru Coast will also be welcoming athletes and guests to the heart of the festival at the Desaru Coast Festival Village, where everyone can go for both food and fun throughout the festival period. The signature Desaru Coast Hospitality Marquee boasts culinary treats and gastronomical delights prepared by Desaru Coast’s five-star resorts, while over 20 local food trucks around the Festival Village promise a feast for the tastebuds with authentic Johorean flavours all weekend long. Guests can also explore the pop-up nature centre at the Festival Village. Junglewalla Desaru Coast will be hosting a wide selection of activities for the entire family, including water lily planting, terrarium building, bird walk exploration, an eco trail rainforest walk, and more. Beyond high octane action and adrenaline, participants and fans can look to enjoy some peace at the picnic zones, amidst the scenic azure waters and lush landscape in between races. “As we grow this international sporting carnival, we are excited to welcome athletes as well as their friends and families back to our coast for another year of the Desaru Coast Multisport Festival presented by IRONMAN. We have put every effort into enhancing the festival this year with new sporting activities to give everyone an even better and more enjoyable experience throughout the entire period,” said Roslina Arbak, Chief Executive Officer, Desaru Coast. “The most notable highlight is the introduction of our own ‘adrenalin golf’ as the opening event for the festival. Aside from making sure that our activities cater to all ages and interests and add to the merriment of the sports gala, we have also prioritised connectivity to ensure that guests are able to travel with ease.” To make commuting more convenient for athletes and guests, Desaru Coast has enhanced connectivity services with a special ferry service offering throughout the festival period, including dedicated promo between Tanah Merah in Singapore and Desaru Coast. To enjoy the special return ferry offer of SGD105 use the code ‘DCMS2023’ while booking the ferry tickets on www.batamfast.com. Those looking for more information on the 2023 Desaru Coast Multisport Festival can head over to desarucoast.com to check out the various activities prepared for the festival. To find out more, please visit them at www.desarucoast.com and www.tarh.com.my

WESTWARD WHISKEY CELEBRATES THE AMERICAN NORTHWEST WITH PORTFOLIO EXPANSION AND ELEGANT NEW LOOK We attended the lovely Westward Whiskey launch with their new stunning bottle designs and logo, and were thoroughly impressed when they walked us through the entire philosophy, know-how, and mindset behind the intricacies of this delightful brand. Westward Whiskey, an elevated American whiskey, proudly announces the Singapore launch of Westward Whiskey Pinot Noir Cask, Westward Whiskey Stout Cask and Westward Whiskey Cask Strength. The new expressions join Westward Whiskey Original on our shores in the brand’s new livery: a stunning new custom bottle design and logo that celebrates the whiskey’s provenance and indelible link to the culture, climate, and natural ingredients of the American Northwest. The launch is made possible through its partnership with La Maison du Whisky, an importing and distribution specialist renowned for its curation of the finest whisky from around the world. Westward began in 2004 with a vision: to make a distinctive American Whiskey inspired by the American Northwest. Founder Christian Krogstad had always deeply respected the history and tradition of whiskey-making around the world, but sought to make something entirely new, and Westward Whiskey was born. There were just 30 craft distilleries in the U.S. at the time. Today, Westward, a proud leader among more than 2,200 producers, is led by Thomas Mooney, who joined the company as Founder & CEO in 2011 to fulfil a longstanding passion to be a whiskey entrepreneur. The team of creators include former brewers, winemakers and chefs whose passion and knowledge combine to create a delicious whiskey that reflects the values and culture of the American Northwest: independence, creativity, commitment to caring for the community, and always pushing the boundaries of what is possible. “At Westward there are no shortcuts, and therein lies the beauty. We pursue perfection by raising a world-class whiskey through our long, slow, process,” said Thomas Mooney, CEO and Founder of Westward Whiskey. “We are thrilled to introduce our new whiskeys and elevated visual identity to discerning whiskey drinkers in Singapore. Our new custom bottle and design expresses the uncompromising spirit of the American Northwest and represents Westward’s meticulous devotion to our process, culture, climate and ingredients.” Westward’s pursuit of perfection lies in the whiskey itself and not in the confines of tradition, guiding its process on building flavour every step of the way. An American Pale Ale is first brewed from scratch, using locally malted barley and ale yeast, in a slow, low temperature fermentation, before being distilled like a Single Malt, twice in custom low-reflux pot stills, transforming the flavourful ale into a robust whiskey. The next step allows time for the spirit to mature in new, heavily toasted, lightly charred American Oak barrels, accentuating the bold characteristics of their whiskey. Finally, with the belief that mingling best showcases Westward’s full spectrum of complex earthy, fruity and spicy flavours, the barrels in small batches are mingled to produce the bold signature flavour profiles. Westward is proudly handmade by a collection of world-class distillers who draw inspiration from the region's majestic surroundings and pursue their ambitions as artisans and whiskey makers at the Westward Whiskey Distillery in Portland, Oregon. Westward’s new visuals and packaging are a tribute to this sentiment, and the cuts and edges reflected in the bottle mirror the region’s raw beauty and dramatic mountain ranges, capturing the craftsmanship that goes into perfecting its whiskeys every day. Westward Whiskey Pinot Noir Cask reflects fruity notes, such as fig and apricot, with a rich malt and dark chocolate finish. The expression earned a double gold award in San Francisco World Spirits Competition, the industry’s most prestigious awards judging, in 2021. Westward Whiskey Stout Cask presents hazelnut, honeycomb and roasted barley aromas and a milk chocolate, banana and almond toffee palate, with an oaky vanilla balanced out by hints of mint and citrus finish. Westward Whiskey Stout Cask claimed a gold award at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition in 2020. Westward Whiskey Cask Strength has earned recognition as the highest-rated American Single Malt, with a double gold award at the San Francisco Spirits Competition in 2019, and was rated as one of the Top 5 Whiskeys of 2022 by the Whisky Advocate. Westward Whiskey Cask Strength reflects toasted almond, graham cracker, and black pepper aromas. Flavours include sesame, tobacco leaf and cacao, with a honeyed, deep fiery malt finish. Westward Whiskey Pinot Noir Cask, Westward Whiskey Stout Cask and Westward Whiskey Cask Strength are available for purchase, along with Westward Whiskey Original, on www.whisky.sg and at several bars across the island, such as Underdog Inn, The Secret Mermaid, The Bar at 15 Stamford, and The American Club. The Westward Family of American Whiskeys Westward Whiskey Original Born from our love for whiskey and our desire to create something entirely new, this elevated American original demonstrates our craftsmanship and creativity. Our distinct, rich, and brazen Single Malt is the pinnacle of American Whiskey. Bottled at 45% ABV / 90 proof MRSP: $145 for 700ml Westward Whiskey Stout Cask A celebration of Oregon’s legendary brewing culture, this whiskey honours our brewing roots and grew out of our longstanding cask-trading tradition among Northwest craft beer producers. Bottled at 46% ABV / 92 proof MSRP: $168 for 700 ml Westward Whiskey Pinot Noir Cask A tribute to Oregon’s legendary Willamette Valley wine country, this elegant whiskey is influenced by the region’s premier grape varietal: Pinot Noir. While others look within whiskey to innovate with sherry and port cask finishes, Westward looks beyond it for a twist on tradition to honour the American Northwest. This cask-finished whiskey reflects the vibrance of the Valley’s signature grape while allowing the bold, robust notes of our whiskey to shine through. Bottled at 45% ABV / 90 proof MSRP: $168 for 700 ml Westward Whiskey Cask Strength Unfettered, upstanding, and uncut, this whiskey reflects the robust flavours built in every step of our long, deliberate process. Created from locally malted barley, brewed for exceptional flavour, and matured to perfection in new, heavily toasted and lightly charred American Oak barrels right here in Oregon, where our hot, dry summers and cool, wet winters are the ideal environments to raise a world-class whiskey. For nearly a decade, we’ve traded our freshly-emptied barrels with some of our brewing collaborators. They have in turn “seasoned” them with Stout before returning them again. Stout Cask Finish pushes the boundaries of flavour. It begins with our original Westward Whiskey, and is then aged for one year in Stout casks. Pinot Noir Cask begins with our original Westward, which is matured for up to an additional two years in French Oak wine casks from a handful of award-winning producers in the region. Our original single malt, reimagined and offered at cask strength. This whiskey best reflects the skilful finesse of our talented team of brewers- turned-distillers and the beauty of the bounty of the American Northwest. Cask Strength accentuates our rich, locally malted barley, the flavourful beer created in-house, and the newly charred American Oak barrels matured to perfection in Oregon, the ideal environment to raise a world-class whiskey. Bottled at 62.5% ABV / 125 proof MSRP: $200 for 700 ml Visit WestwardWhiskey.com for more info, follow them on Facebook and Instagram, and find a bottle near you today. ABOUT LA MAISON DU WHISKY La Maison du Whisky was founded in 1956 by Georges Benitah and has established itself as one of the largest French specialists in the importing and distribution of rare whiskies. Since its establishment in Singapore on 22 July 2006, precisely 50 years after the creation of La Maison du Whisky in France, LMDW Singapore has evolved from a small bottle shop into a specialized bar, introducing products that are now considered cult-classics, and is a leading contributor to Singapore’s position as an Asian mecca for whiskies, fine spirits and cocktails. As a multi-channel distributor of fine spirits, LMDW Singapore employs a unique, 360° business model, with partners that include Asia’s Top 50 Bars & Restaurants, luxury hotels and select retail giants. Our export sector covers 80% of Asia-Pacific, with exclusive distribution channels into neighbouring regions like Malaysia, Thailand, Cambodia and Australia. Their storefront on 80 Mohamed Sultan Road #01-10 has the distinction of being Singapore’s first specialized bottle store, and continues being a niche and dedicated Bar & Retail space on Robertson Quay for whisky & rum connoisseurs with over 3000 carefully curated expressions available for tasting and purchase, while their full portfolio can be found on Whisky.SG Westward Whiskey is now proudly part of the LMDW luxury whisky portfolio; the full range of the American whiskey can be found here.

Seasonal Tastes at The Westin Singapore brings back its popular Thai dinner buffet featuring flavors from different regions of Thailand – Northern, Southern, Northeast and the omnipresent street food of Bangkok, from 3 to 30 April 2023 at S$88++ per person. Resident Thai chefs – Sedtapat Sukpaisanpongsa (Chef Pop), Kamonwan Juntarasate (Chef Por) and Sittha Sa-Nguansat (Chef JoJo) – proudly present their signature dishes and the story behind their culinary inspiration. Here at Rosette Media, we share the background, inspiration and culinary finesse of each Thai Chef that have come together for the Great Thai Feast. Chef Pop – Bringing Back a Brilliant Legacy Hailing from Bangkok, Chef Pop’s family ran a food business during his younger days. But the business ceased operation due to unforeseen circumstances. Fast forward two decades after graduating from university, Chef Pop is working hard in the culinary scene to reopen his family business and bring back its glorious legacy. His signature Isan Sausage, Homemade Thai Pork Sausage, is a recreation of a trip down memory lane, when he visited his relatives in the Northeast part of Thailand as a young boy and tried a local sausage dish. The amazing flavor left him with a deep impression and he decided to bring the flavor to Bangkok, with his own personal twist. Don’t miss out on the Pad Thai Lobster at the Action Station, another dish that was on the menu of Chef Pop’s family business, brought back with his special touch! Chef Por – The Young Food Connoisseur Born in Chiang Mai with the mind of a chef, Chef Por used to visit various restaurants regularly with her family. Though she was young, she always had comments about the food served, like a seasoned chef, as she believed that she can take the recipe to a higher level with her own personal touch. Khao Soi (crispy egg noodles with Northern yellow lobster and chicken curry) is a widely known dish in Chiang Mai, but made special by Chef Por with the addition of the lobster and her mother’s secret Khao Soi paste, to transform it into Chef Por’s Khao Soi. Chef JoJo – Superhero Chef in the Making As a boy growing up in Phuket, he often travel with his grandfather, a travelling Chinese banquet head chef, and his convoy of chefs for three to four weeks before going back to their hometown. The group would travel to different parts of Thailand to whip up dishes for Chinese banquets. With more than 23 years of culinary experience under his belt, Chef Jojo aspires to be the leader of a convoy of chefs like his grandfather, who is his superhero. Chef JoJo showcases his favourite food as a child,Phuket Moo Hong, a Southern style pork belly stew cooked using the sous vide method, on low heat over 12 hours so the meat is soft, tender and full of exploding flavors. So for the Great Thai Feast, diners can look forward to a Thai Action Station featuring Som Tum Blue Crab, Thai Boat Noodles (Chefs’ Recommendation) and Tom Yum Goong. Other Thai dishes also available on the buffet line include: Northern Region • Yum Som O Goong Sod, Thai style pomelo salad with poached prawns • Khao Pad Poo, crab meat fried rice • Sai Aua, homemade Chiang Mai pork sausage Southern Region • Gaeng Khua Poo Bai Chaplu, crab meat curry with betel leaf and vermicelli • Pad Sa-tor Goong, stir-fried petai with prawns and shrimp paste Northeast Region • Yum Neua Yang, grilled angus beef with cucumber, mint, tomato, and spicy Thai dressing • Larb Ped Udon, spicy duck meat salad with toasted jasmine rice, shallots and chili flakes • Som Tum Fruits, spicy mixed fruits salad (vegetarian) Bangkok Street Food • Kor Moo Yang, grilled Thai marinated pork neck with Thai spicy jim-jiew sauce • Khao Kluk Kapi, shrimp paste fried rice with condiments • Poo Pad Pong Kari, yellow crab curry • Kaeng Phed Ped Yang, roasted duck red curry with pineapple and grapes Thai Desserts • Khao Niaow Ma Muang, Mango Sticky Rice • Faktong Sangkaya, Custard in Pumpkin • Cha Yen, Thai Milk Tea Mainstays like Oysters, Seafood in Ice, Charcuterie, Cheese, Carving Station, Local and International Desserts remain available on the buffet line, and the entire array of Thai Desserts were simply amazing; everyone was going for them although we are already filled to the brim...we just had to sample and taste those lovely Thai treats! The Great Thai Feast 3 to 30 April 2023 Dinner, 6PM to 10:30PM S$88++ per person You can also bring Your Thai Friends to indulge in The Great Thai Feast and enjoy the buffet at a happy price of S$55.50++* per personand S$5.50++* per glass of chilled juice or soft drink. ADDRESS Level 32, 12 Marina View, Asia Square Tower 2 Singapore, 018961 CONTACT US T: 69226968 E: seasonaltastes.singapore@westin.com HOURS BUFFET BREAKFAST MONDAYS TO FRIDAYS: 6:30AM TO 10:30AM WEEKENDS AND PUBLIC HOLIDAYS: 6:30AM TO 11AM BUFFET LUNCH 12PM TO 2:30PM BUFFET DINNER 6PM TO 10PM

17 April 2023, Singapore – Due to strong demand for tickets, two new grandstands will be introduced at the Marina Bay Street Circuit for the Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix 2023. 12 ticket categories have already sold out, or are selling fast. With Aston Martin and Mercedes putting up a fight with Red Bull Racing, 2023 is shaping up to be a thrilling Formula 1 season. Combined with the soon-to-be released entertainment lineup, the Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix 2023 is expected to attract another sell-out crowd. New ticket options now available The additional grandstands will also mitigate the overall reduction in capacity due to the closure of the Bay Grandstand as part of the redevelopment of The Float at Marina Bay. Race promoter Singapore GP has been working together with stakeholders and the local authorities to identify new sites for additional grandstands and viewing bleachers. Limited seats are now available at two new grandstands – the Sheares (Turn 1) and Promenade (between Turns 17 & 18) Grandstands, along with the Pit Entry Grandstand (Turn 19). The grandstands will provide ticketholders access to all zones in the Circuit Park, and are priced from S$1,188. See Annex A for the locations of these grandstands in the Circuit Park. Limited single-day Zone 4 and Premier Walkabout tickets, priced from S$128, have also been released for sale from today. All walkabout ticketholders will have access to strategically located viewing bleachers within the Marina Bay Street Circuit as well as the entertainment in Zone 4. Singapore GP will continue to explore additional areas for ticketholders to view the race in the Circuit Park this 15 to 17 September. Tickets can be purchased from www.singaporegp.sg and via authorised ticketing partners. Fans are recommended to follow @F1nightrace on social media for the latest updates.

18 April 2023, Singapore – Get your party engines started, as race promoter Singapore GP Pte Ltd unveils the first wave of entertainment acts set to light up the Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix 2023 from 15 to 17 September 2023. The high-octane track action at the night race will be complemented by an 88rising line-up, Post Malone, and Robbie Williams. More acts will be unveiled in the coming weeks to complete the full entertainment programme. Making their collective Singapore debut at the night race is the game-changing Asian-American record label 88rising, presenting a line-up of artistes that includes Jackson Wang, Rich Brian, NIKI, and Warren Hue. 88rising is one of the biggest musical platforms around, propelling Asian acts onto the global stage and creating iconic pop-culture crossovers. 88rising’s own Head in the Clouds Music Festival has become a global sensation – with stops in Los Angeles, Coachella Main Stage, Jakarta, and Manila. 88rising is set to perform throughout the day at the Zone 4 Padang Stage on 15 September with more acts from the collective set to be added to the line-up. Jackson Wang began releasing solo music in 2017, with hit singles Come Alive, Blow, 100 ways, and LMLY. The Chinese singer’s second album Magic Man reached number 15 on the US Billboard 200. In 2022, he made history at Coachella as the first-ever Chinese solo artiste to perform on the main stage and also embarked on the MAGIC MAN WORLD TOUR including stops in London, Paris, Thailand, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, and will continue to South and North America. In 2023, he became the only Chinese solo artiste to perform at Coachella for the second time. Rich Brian made history in 2018 by topping the iTunes Hip-Hop charts with his debut album AMEN - a first for an Asian musician. The Indonesian rapper has since released two studio albums and two EPs, and featured in numerous collaborations, collaborating with the likes of 21 Savage, Offset, and Playboi Carti. Brian has taken his music across the globe, selling out shows and playing festivals around the world. Brian is the world’s preeminent Asian rapper. Indie-folk and pop singer-songwriter NIKI boasts a repertoire of hit songs including lowkey, Every Summertime and High School in Jakarta. Since breaking through with her 2018 EP, Zephyr, the Indonesian songstress has accumulated over 1.8 billion streams to date and sold out her first ever headline tour in 2022. Listed in Forbes Asia Under 30 list and being added to NME’s list of 100 essential new artistes in 2022 and 25 artistes to watch for 2022, rapper-singer Warren Hue is a rising star in the hip-hop music scene. Pushing the boundaries of hip-hop and R&B, the Indonesian artiste released his studio debut BOY OF THE YEAR and embarked on his first North America tour in 2022. All tickets to the Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix 2023 provide access to the concerts at the Padang Stage in Zone 4. Patrons will need to ensure that they have a valid ticket on the relevant day of an act’s performance. Priced from S$128 for a single-day ticket and S$398 for a three-day pass, official tickets can be purchased from www.singaporegp.sg and via authorised ticketing partners. Fans are recommended to follow @F1nightrace on social media for the latest news on the Home of Formula 1 Night Racing, as well as the complete entertainment line-up.

New Zealand took home the title of champions at the HSBC Singapore Rugby Sevens 2023. During an electrifying weekend of spectacular rugby and ecstatic fun zones, the All Blacks Sevens reclaimed the Singapore title they once owned in 2005, with a thrilling 19 - 17 defeat of Argentina. Their undefeated winning streak this weekend also guaranteed their spot at the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympics. Over the past two days, close to 40,000 fans enjoyed the fun-filled air and vibrant energy of the Family Sevens that reverberated across the Singapore Sports Hub. Fans cheered their lungs out for their favourite teams, explored the plethora of family-friendly activities at the 100PLUS Promenade, and even jammed out to live performances at OCBC Square. Fans showcased their creativity through costumes with Teletubbies, giant bumblebees, human hot-dogs, Easter bunnies and many more strutting their stuff in the stands. This will be an unforgettable Singapore Sevens for seven lucky ticket holders who can win The Ultimate Singapore Sevens Experience, where they get an exclusive invitation to meet all 16 team captains in person, an exclusive invitation to a fireside chat with Rugby Ambassadors and five invitations to the Rugby Ambassadors meet-and-greet session at this year's HSBC Singapore Rugbys Seven 2023 tournament. Sixteen countries battled for precious points as they eye for a chance to qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. Everyone is going... "Will Fiji defend their crown? Will powerhouse New Zealand thunder for a win? Or will South Africa emerge victorious?" Amidst all the action, catch the legends including South Africa’s Tendai ‘Beast’ Mtawarira, 2019 Rugby World Cup Winner along with Canada’s Nathan Hirayama, third all-time points-scorer on the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series. Joining them is New Zealand’s Shiray Kaka, Olympic Gold medallist at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and Bronze medallist at the 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games. You can also cheer on aspiring players at Titans Ruck and Rumble, a series of rugby tournaments for both boys and girls, from under 8s to under 18s. The tournament is open to the public and will be held over 3 days, 6 April to 8 April, at Home of Athletics. As the ninth of 11 tournaments in the men’s HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series 2022/2023 season, the two-day sporting event will feature a star-studded line-up with amazing teams from around the globe. Watch some world class Rugby Sevens as Argentina, Australia, Canada, Great Britain, Fiji, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Japan, Kenya, New Zealand, Samoa, South Africa, Spain, Uruguay and the USA battle it out to emerge as the champions. Don’t miss the opportunity to catch some of the world’s best rugby players, including Akuila Rokolisoa, Marcos Moneta, Terry Kennedy and Waisea Nacuqu in action. With a packed line-up of activities for the whole family over the two days, there’s something for everyone! RUGBY WITH A SIDE OF FUN This year’s edition also comes packed with delicious food, fun activities and unique engagements for fans and spectators of every age. Kick-off with the kids Swing by our Kids Drop-off facility with Super Mart and Hot Wheels zones to drop off your younger children (aged 6 and below) so they can enjoy engaging pretend play while you take in the action. Kids aged 7 - 12 can get their groove on at the Roller Kids and Roller Disco Zones. With instructors present and gear available for use, newbies to pros are welcome to skate away! Catch the Minions all day long at the beanbags zone, where Minions clips will run non-stop (and there might even be surprise appearances from those mischievous yellow fellows!) Be one with the force and train to be Jedi (or Sith) with Singapore’s own Saber Authority. Get hands-on experience with various lightsaber fighting styles – and perhaps even a duel of the fates. Feel like a surf between rugby matches? You can do just that at The Stingray®, the world’s first half-pipe surfing machine. If you’d prefer something more relaxing, then there’s the Lazy River at Splash-N-Surf, where kids can also have a splashing good time. Head over to the official merchandise booth where you can pick up licensed apparel and rugby paraphernalia to rep your favourite team. Take your tastebuds to heaven with both sweet and savoury delights from Michelin starred restaurant Burnt Ends, Meat Smith and Travelling C.O.W. Taking place on 8 & 9 April 2023 at the National Stadium at Singapore Sports Hub, ticket prices start from $39 for youths (aged 4–17) and $69 for adults. Family ticket packages are also available, starting from $149 for four people, so we look forward to welcoming you with your families. Tickets for the HSBC Singapore Rugby Sevens are on sale so be quick to catch some Epic rugby action along with a series of great family-friendly festivities at this year’s extravaganza, so make sure you beat the scrum and get your hands on tickets for the “Family Sevens” before they sell out: https://singapore7s.ticketmaster.sg/activity/detail/23_sgrugby7s For more information please visit https://www.singapore7s.com.sg/.