Food For Thought: H2O
Water [waht´er] The dictionary describes water as a ‘clear, colourless, odourless, tasteless liquid’. But… If water is colourless, then how do we know we are looking at it? If water is tasteless, then how do we know that we are
Food For Thought: H2O
Water [waht´er] The dictionary describes water as a ‘clear, colourless, odourless, tasteless liquid’. But… If water is colourless, then how do we know we are looking at it? If water is tasteless, then how do we know that we are
It’s Onsen Time!
As the saying goes, “When in Rome, do as the Romans do”, and onsens (hot springs) are definitely one of the key highlights in a trip to Japan. As a volcanically active country, there are thousands of onsens scattered throughout
It’s Onsen Time!
As the saying goes, “When in Rome, do as the Romans do”, and onsens (hot springs) are definitely one of the key highlights in a trip to Japan. As a volcanically active country, there are thousands of onsens scattered throughout
The Allure of the Sea
The beauty of the ocean is akin to a fragile introductory played at pianissimo that can turn stormy without warning at the next chord. It lures you in with a song of unspoken promises framed in sapphire waters, playful waves
The Allure of the Sea
The beauty of the ocean is akin to a fragile introductory played at pianissimo that can turn stormy without warning at the next chord. It lures you in with a song of unspoken promises framed in sapphire waters, playful waves
5 Underwater Sports That Will Blow Your Mind
Most Singaporeans should be familiar with recreational and competitive sports like swimming, table tennis and weightlifting (especially since they won the nation medals), but what about spearfishing and finswimming? Have you heard of underwater football?
5 Underwater Sports That Will Blow Your Mind
Most Singaporeans should be familiar with recreational and competitive sports like swimming, table tennis and weightlifting (especially since they won the nation medals), but what about spearfishing and finswimming? Have you heard of underwater football?
The Story of Bottled Water
Feeling thirsty? With bottled water readily available everywhere, those of us who can’t be bothered to carry around water bottles can easily purchase bottles of water from nearby convenience stores. But how did bottled water first come into existence? Here’s
The Story of Bottled Water
Feeling thirsty? With bottled water readily available everywhere, those of us who can’t be bothered to carry around water bottles can easily purchase bottles of water from nearby convenience stores. But how did bottled water first come into existence? Here’s
Melissani, Cave of the Nymphs
Situated just outside Sami, east of the island of Kefalonia in Greece, the Cave of Melissani is a unique geological phenomenon created by a mechanical and chemical process called karstikopolisi (dissolution of rocks). According to mythology, caves have always been
Melissani, Cave of the Nymphs
Situated just outside Sami, east of the island of Kefalonia in Greece, the Cave of Melissani is a unique geological phenomenon created by a mechanical and chemical process called karstikopolisi (dissolution of rocks). According to mythology, caves have always been
Deep Fried Water, a Modern Cuisine?
Regardless of race, language or religion, here in Singapore we’re spoilt for choices when it comes to food culture and diversity. From the famous Bak Kut Teh1 (pork ribs soup) stall at New Bridge Road to the delicious Biryani2 stall
Deep Fried Water, a Modern Cuisine?
Regardless of race, language or religion, here in Singapore we’re spoilt for choices when it comes to food culture and diversity. From the famous Bak Kut Teh1 (pork ribs soup) stall at New Bridge Road to the delicious Biryani2 stall
Suminagashi: The Ancient Art of Japanese Marbling
One of the oldest and most elegant methods of decorating paper, suminagashi is the ancient technique of painting on water to create marbleised effects on paper. The term ‘suminagashi’ means ink-floating, and describes the process of creating marble-like designs by
Suminagashi: The Ancient Art of Japanese Marbling
One of the oldest and most elegant methods of decorating paper, suminagashi is the ancient technique of painting on water to create marbleised effects on paper. The term ‘suminagashi’ means ink-floating, and describes the process of creating marble-like designs by
The Hot Tub Hydraulophone
As a young boy, Canadian inventor Steve Mann realised that there was something amiss about the world of music. Seeing how no one had thought of making a musical instrument that creates sound from the vibrations in liquid, he decided
The Hot Tub Hydraulophone
As a young boy, Canadian inventor Steve Mann realised that there was something amiss about the world of music. Seeing how no one had thought of making a musical instrument that creates sound from the vibrations in liquid, he decided
What colour is water?
Life is an unending learning journey and, throughout the history of mankind, men have never stopped asking questions. For the longest period of time, I’ve asked myself this: What is the colour of water? And the answer – perhaps not
What colour is water?
Life is an unending learning journey and, throughout the history of mankind, men have never stopped asking questions. For the longest period of time, I’ve asked myself this: What is the colour of water? And the answer – perhaps not
3 Summer Smoothies That Will Help Beat The Heat
While many consider Singapore to be the land of eternal summer, it appears that we do have more than one ‘season’ – and they are separated from each other by the mere presence of a single door! Overseas friends visiting
3 Summer Smoothies That Will Help Beat The Heat
While many consider Singapore to be the land of eternal summer, it appears that we do have more than one ‘season’ – and they are separated from each other by the mere presence of a single door! Overseas friends visiting
Waterphones: The Sound of Fear
Have you ever wondered what gave life to the eerie nature of works of horror like the 2015 supernatural horror film Poltergeist? Have you ever wondered what fear sounds like? The answer to both questions, is the waterphone. While most
Waterphones: The Sound of Fear
Have you ever wondered what gave life to the eerie nature of works of horror like the 2015 supernatural horror film Poltergeist? Have you ever wondered what fear sounds like? The answer to both questions, is the waterphone. While most