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CITY BIZBUZZ
NEWS
A QUARTERLY UPDATE BY
CITY DEVELOPMENTS LIMITED OCT — DEC 2017
A SEA OF
OPPORTUNITIES
CDL and joint-venture partner Hong Realty (Private)
Limited have successfully tendered for the collective
sale of the Amber Park condominium site for
S$906.7 million (or S$1,515 psf ppr)
Honouring a Sneak Peak — CDL Introduces
Lifelong Dedication Republic Plaza’s Healthy Eating to
Rejuvenation Construction Workers
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SPOTLIGHT SPOTLIGHT
Amber Park is located within walking distance of Tanjong Katong MRT station on the future Thomson-East Coast Line. (Photo credit: EdgeProp Singapore)
A SEA OF “
is within approximately 500 metres walking distance to Parkway
CDL AND OUR JV PARTNER HONG REALTY
Parade, still one of the best anchor malls in that area, and an
underpass also affords easy access to the beach front. ARE DELIGHTED TO WIN THE TENDER FOR THIS
OPPORTUNITIES
VERY ATTRACTIVE AND SIZABLE SITE IN THE
Accessibility is convenient via the East Coast Parkway (ECP) WELL SOUGHT-AFTER KATONG AND EAST COAST
expressway, putting the city centre, Central Business District and AREA. WE ARE INTIMATELY FAMILIAR WITH THE
Changi Airport all within about 15 minutes’ drive away. Connectivity
LOCATION AND THE ENVIRONMENT THERE
will be further enhanced when Tanjong Katong MRT station, located
200 metres from the site, is completed in 2023.
OFFERS A GREAT QUALITY OF LIFE. THIS IS ONE OF
OUR MOST SIGNIFICANT INVESTMENT DEALS
The site is also within 1 kilometre (km) to Tanjong Katong Primary IN THE SINGAPORE RESIDENTIAL
School and 2 km to CHIJ (Katong) Primary, Haig Girls’ School, Kong MARKET IN RECENT YEARS.
Hwa School and Tao Nan School, which are very popular primary
schools. Other reputable schools in the vicinity include Chung
CDL WAS THE ORIGINAL DEVELOPER FOR AMBER
CDL, through its wholly-owned subsidiary CDL is very familiar with this District 15 locale, having developed Cheng High School, Tanjong Katong Girls’ School, Victoria Junior
the existing 200-unit Amber Park itself, which was completed in College, Victoria School, Canadian International School and Global PARK IN THE 1980S AND WE ARE HONOURED
Cityzens Development Pte. Ltd., and joint-
1986. CDL and Hong Realty plan to redevelop the site into a luxury Indian International School. TO BE ABLE TO REDEVELOP THE SITE INTO YET
venture partner Hong Realty (Private) Limited
condominium development comprising four 25-storey blocks with ANOTHER ICONIC LANDMARK. IN ADDITION TO ITS
have successfully tendered for the collective close to 800 units and a basement carpark. Most apartments will After several years of subdued market conditions and macro- STRONG LOCATIONAL ATTRIBUTES, A DISTINCT
sale of the Amber Park condominium site for have a North-South facing orientation with many units commanding economic headwinds, the Singapore property market is seeing
ADVANTAGE OF THIS SITE IS ITS FREEHOLD
S$906.7 million (or S$1,515 psf ppr). sea views. improved sentiment and increased activity. The private residential
property price index for Q3 2017 showed its first rebound in 15
STATUS, SOMETHING THAT IS INCREASINGLY RARE
There is tremendous potential in the Amber Park site and demand
for the new project is expected to be healthy given its excellent
quarters (or 4 years). This could signal a budding recovery which
CDL is well-poised to benefit from.
IN SINGAPORE.
”
As one of the largest collective sale sites in the exclusive Amber locational attributes and rare freehold status. MR SHERMAN KWEK
Road enclave located in the East Coast area, the site adds to CDL’s CDL will continue to bid strategically for sites while remaining CDL CEO-DESIGNATE
residential landbank in Singapore. It has an area of 213,675 square CDL has always felt very positive about the East Coast area. The disciplined to core fundamentals. The Group remains highly
feet (sq ft), plot ratio of 2.8 and allowable Gross Floor Area of about wonderful environment consisting of sandy beaches, breezy selective and value-oriented in its investments to expand its
598,290 sq ft. Hong Realty is the private real estate arm of the Hong weather and park connectors offers a great quality of life and a landbank and stand ready to capitalise on attractive opportunities.
Leong Group and holds a 20% stake in this project. range of outdoor activities for the family. Furthermore, Amber Park
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HOMERUN HOMERUN
“ I AM VERY HONOURED AND DEEPLY
HUMBLED BY THIS RECOGNITION.
THIS AWARD IS A TRIBUTE TO
EVERY MEMBER OF THIS GROUP,
PAST AND PRESENT — DIRECTORS,
MANAGEMENT AND STAFF — AND TO
THE THIRD GENERATION OF THE KWEK
FAMILY MEMBERS IN THE GROUP. I
THANK THEM FOR THEIR STEADFAST
DEDICATION AND CONTRIBUTION TO
THE GROWTH OF OUR COMPANIES
FOR OVER THE FIVE DECADES.
”
MR KWEK LENG BENG, CDL Executive Chairman Mr Kwek Leng Beng (middle) with Guest-of-Honour, Member of
Parliament and CEO of NTUC Fairprice Co-operative Mr Seah Kian Peng (left), and President
CDL Executive Chairman Mr Kwek Leng Beng (second from right) with his wife Mrs Cecilia
Kwek and two sons, CDL CEO-designate Mr Sherman Kwek (right) and Mr Kingston Kwek.
EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN OF of Enterprise Asia Dato William Ng.
CDL AND HONG LEONG GROUP
CDL Executive Chairman Mr Kwek Leng Beng giving his acceptance speech after receiving his Lifetime Achievement Award. This is Mr Kwek’s third Lifetime Achievement Award in the
last three years. Organised by Enterprise Asia, a regional non-governmental This is Mr Kwek’s third Lifetime Achievement Award in the last
organisation (NGO) for entrepreneurship, the Asia Pacific three years, having received similar awards from the Real Estate
HONOURING
Entrepreneurship Awards (APEA) is one of the region’s most Developers’ Association of Singapore (REDAS) in 2014 and Hotel
CDL Executive Chairman Mr Kwek Leng Beng prestigious awards for outstanding entrepreneurship, continuous Investment Conference Asia Pacific (HICAP) in 2015.
was accorded a Lifetime Achievement Award innovation and sustainable leadership. Selection for the winners
at the Asia Pacific Entrepreneurship Awards are carried out by the International Advisory Panel of Enterprise Other accolades include “Businessman of the Year” in 1996 by
A LIFELONG
2017, held on 17 August 2017 at Marina Asia that includes current and former senior public figures from Singapore Business Awards, organised by The Business Times and
Bay Sands. The prestigious accolade was in Philippines, Malaysia and India. DHL, and “Asia Pacific Hotelier of the Decade” in 2000 by Jones Lang
LaSalle Hotels and Arthur Andersen. In 2015, he received the “SG50
recognition of his outstanding achievements,
DEDICATION
In his acceptance speech, Mr Kwek also thanked his wife, Mrs Cecilia Outstanding Chinese Business Pioneers Award” by Singapore
visionary leadership and steadfast dedication Kwek, for standing by him while he worked to build up his business Chinese Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCCI).
that have led to the successful growth of the over the years. He paid special tribute to his son Mr Sherman Kwek
Group for over five decades. for his tenacity and hard work, stating that his son has good vision.
CDL Executive Chairman Mr Kwek Leng Beng
(ninth from right) on stage with other award
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HOMERUN HOMERUN
Ms Yiong Yim Ming, CDL Chief Financial Officer,
said, “Good corporate governance is not just a
RECENT ACCOLADES IN BUSINESS LEADERSHIP & SUSTAINABILITY
component of business ethics and responsibility,
but also the foundation for any corporation which DUPONT SAFETY AND SUSTAINABILITY AWARDS 2017
intends to remain sustainable and relevant for • Regional Sustainability Award
the future. Effective corporate governance and
strong business ethics form the bedrock of any GLOBAL REAL ESTATE SUSTAINABILITY BENCHMARK (GRESB)
successful business.” REAL ESTATE ASSESSMENT 2017
• Regional Sector Leader
In line with its corporate vision of ‘Building
Value for Tomorrow, Today’, CDL has also SECURITIES INVESTORS ASSOCIATION (SINGAPORE)
(SIAS) INVESTORS’ CHOICE AWARDS
launched a new sustainability blueprint — CDL
• Shareholder Communications Excellence Award — Winner, Big Cap Category
Future Value 2030. It encapsulates CDL’s long-
• Sustainability Award — Winner
standing sustainability commitment and best
practices, and sets clear directions to guide the • Singapore Corporate Governance Award — Runner-up, Real Estate Category
company towards 2030, a milestone year for
major global commitments including the Paris SINGAPORE GREEN BUILDING COUNCIL (SGBC) — BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION AUTHORITY (BCA)
SUSTAINABILITY LEADERSHIP AWARDS 2017
Agreement and the United Nations Sustainable
• Green Building Organisations: Business Leadership in Sustainability, Winner
Development Goals.
• Green Building Projects: Leadership in Design & Performance (Residential), Winner
— Blossom Residences
To enhance engagement with the investment
• Green Building Individuals: Green Advocate of the Year — Ms Esther An, CDL Chief
CDL Group General Manager Mr Chia Ngiang Hong (second from right) receiving the Business Leadership in Sustainability Award from Minister for National Development and Second Minister
community, CDL created a dedicated IR Sustainability Officer
for Finance Mr Lawrence Wong (second from left) at the SGBC-BCA Sustainability Leadership Awards 2017. function in 2016. Since then, CDL’s senior
management team has proactively met with SINGAPORE SUSTAINABILITY REPORTING AWARD
investors and participated in various investor
TOP HONOURS IN
• Best Sustainability Report for Established Reporters (Mainboard and Catalist)
conferences and non-deal roadshows,
locally and internationally, to reach out to SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS AWARDS 2017
BUSINESS EXCELLENCE
investors — existing and potential. In addition, • Overall Winner
over 30 site visits to CDL’s developments in • Best Strategy and Sustainability Management
Singapore, China and UK were facilitated for • Special Recognition Award — Workforce
fund managers and analysts. CDL also
• Special Recognition Award — Energy Management
introduced a ‘live’ webcast of its financial
In Q3 2017, CDL was accorded multiple prestigious accolades for sustainability, corporate governance results briefings and made refinements to its
Visit www.cdl.com.sg to find out more on its achievements.
and shareholder communications. These achievements stand as a testament to CDL’s unique approach financial presentations, providing greater data
of adopting a ‘triple bottom line’ which seeks to optimise the mix of financial and ethical performance, granularity. CDL’s active engagement with the
investment community has been received
environmental stewardship, and social engagement. This has helped the company to operate more
positively, resulting in increased liquidity and
efficiently, mitigate risks, build trust, strengthen its brand and create lasting value. resilience of the stock.
Over the past one year, CDL has ramped up its
efforts in corporate governance. The company’s
latest annual report includes disclosure of key
executives’ aggregate remuneration and its Audit
& Risk Committee’s commentary and responses
to the significant matters raised by external
auditors in their audit report.
In 2016, the Corporate Social Responsibility
& Corporate Governance Committee was
renamed the Board Sustainability Committee
(BSC) to better reflect the role of the Board in
advancing sustainability within CDL. The BSC’s
terms of reference included its purview over
matters relating to the Environmental, Social
and Governance (ESG) framework, ESG targets,
sustainability reporting framework and also CDL’s
policies, practices and performance on material
CDL Chief Financial Officer Ms Yiong Yim Ming (second from right) receiving the Shareholder Communications
Excellence Award from Guest of Honour Ms Sim Ann, Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Trade and Industry & ESG factors which are significant and contribute
Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth (second from left), with SGX CEO Mr Loh Boon Chye (first from left) to CDL’s performance, business activities and
and Founder, President and CEO of Securities Investors Association (Singapore) Mr David Gerald (first from right)
looking on. reputation as a global corporate citizen. Mr Chan Chun Sing, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Office and Secretary-General, National Trades Union Congress (middle), presented the inaugural
Singapore Sustainability Reporting Awards to CDL Chief Sustainability Officer Ms Esther An (third from left).
(Photo credit: Singapore Institute of Directors)
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HOMERUN HOMERUN
GAINING AN EDGE
THROUGH LUXURIOUS
QUALITY HOMES EDGEPROP EXCELLENCE
AWARDS 2017
• Top Developer Award
• Development Excellence Award (Central) — Gramercy Park
• Marketing Excellence Award — Forest Woods
• Value Creation Excellence Award — Bartley Residences
Gramercy Park
features two stunning
towers with a unique
sculptural design and
facilities that include a
50-metre Grand Pool.
Artist’s Impression
BEST
Forest Woods — Winner in Marketing Excellence. With its right mix of prime location, unique features, attractive pricing and great value, CDL’s Forest Woods has achieved strong response and
demand — The project is 90% sold to date.
RESIDENTIAL
CDL received the highest honour of Top Developer
in the inaugural EdgeProp Excellence Awards 2017.
Its residential projects also snagged accolades
DEVELOPER FOR
for excellence.
At the inaugural EdgeProp Excellence Awards gala dinner held
THE FIFTH YEAR
on 25 October 2017 at the Pan Pacific Singapore hotel, CDL was
presented with the Top Developer Award, which recognises
Singapore’s leading developers.
Three CDL projects also swept awards for excellence. CDL was named Best Residential Real Estate Developer
Gramercy Park, a 174-unit freehold residence on Grange
in Singapore in Euromoney’s 13th annual Real Estate
Road, received the Development Excellence Award. Designed
by celebrated architectural firm NBBJ, the iconic residence Survey, through a poll of 2,462 valid responses from
features two sculptural towers within an expansive 170,000 square 1,218 industry firms in 75 countries.
feet estate.
D’Nest is CDL’s 912-unit luxurious condominium located in Paris Ris. Designed
and built to provide a seamless integration with nature, the project entered
Forest Woods, a 519-unit condominium at Lorong Lew Lian, the Singapore Book of Records for “Largest Solar Panels in a Condominium” in
was presented with the Marketing Excellence Award. Launched 2013. The project achieved full completion recently in October.
last October, the project was one of 2016’s bestselling private
condominium projects. To date, over 90% of the units have been
snapped up. Bartley Residences, jointly developed by Hong Leong CDL Chief Strategy Officer and Head, Asset Management Mr Kwek Eik Sheng (left), This marks the eighth year that CDL has been This year’s Euromoney Real Estate survey was conducted between March
receiving the award from award presenter Mr Jonathan Yeo, Vice President of event
Holdings, CDL and TID Pte Ltd, received the Value Creation Award, sponsor, Mitsubishi Electric Asia Pte Ltd. recognised for excellence in the survey, and the fifth year and May 2017, based on peer nominations and voter participation scores.
accorded based on quantitative analysis. topping the Best Residential Real Estate Developer in Respondents nominated and voted on the firms which they thought were
Singapore category. the best providers of real estate products and services in their respective
The shortlisted projects and eventual winners were evaluated markets over the past 12 months. They were also asked to provide their
based on a rigorous judging process by an independent panel Conducted by Euromoney, a leading business and financial views on the latest developments in the market, in reflection of individual
of judges from more than 50 submissions received from over publication, the poll canvassed opinions of advisors, opinions rather than those of their companies. Scores were tabulated
20 property developers. Organised by property portal EdgeProp developers, investment managers, banks, and corporate at a country level, and global and regional were weighted aggregates of
Singapore and audited by KPMG Singapore, the awards end-users of real estate worldwide. country results.
are a benchmark of excellence in Singapore’s property industry.
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BIZBUZZ BIZBUZZ
CDL Q2 AND 1H 2017
FINANCIAL RESULTS
CDL’s Q2 2017 and 1H 2017 Financial Results Briefing was held on 11 August
2017. For Q2 2017 and 1H 2017, CDL achieved revenue of S$854.1 million
(Q2 2016: S$1.1 billion) and S$1.6 billion (1H 2016: S$1.8 billion), and attributable
profit after tax and non-controlling interests (PATMI) of S$109.9 million
(Q2 2016: S$133.8 million) and S$195.3 million (1H 2016: S$239.1 million).
Artist’s Impression
(subject to changes)
The higher PATMI and revenue for Q2 2016 and The company has appointed its Deputy CEO Mr Sherman Kwek as CEO-
1H 2016 were underpinned by the contribution designate. His promotion is in line with CDL Board’s succession plan, put in
A preview of the revamped driveway at Republic Plaza. from Lush Acres Executive Condominium (EC). place since April 2016, to ensure continuity of leadership within the senior
Excluding the contribution of Lush Acres EC which management team. Mr Kwek will assume full responsibilities as the CEO of
SNEAK PEAK —
obtained its Temporary Occupation Permit (TOP) in the Company from 1 January 2018.
Republic Plaza, CDL Group’s flagship building in Q2 2016, when revenue and profit were recognised
the heart of Singapore’s Central Business District, in entirety upon completion under prevailing CDL will be announcing its unaudited financial results for Q3
REPUBLIC PLAZA’S
will undergo a S$60 million Asset Enhancement accounting policies for ECs, the Group’s revenue 2017 results, end of the trading hours of Singapore Exchange on
Initiative (AEI) that will rejuvenate this iconic and PATMI would have increased by 15.7% and 9 November 2017.
43.4% respectively for Q2 2017, and 12.1% and 7.4%
REJUVENATION
office development to cater to the evolving
for 1H 2017.
business landscape, increase space efficiency
and inject fresh vibrancy. For Q2 2017 and 1H 2017, PATMI and revenue were
driven by contribution from well-received projects
including Gramercy Park, Coco Palms and The
Venue Residences, coupled with continued profit
recognition from Hongqiao Royal Lake, Shanghai
The phased AEI works will commence in Q1 2018 and are expected to In parallel, Tower Club Singapore, a premier, members-only
and Hong Leong City Center, Suzhou when the
complete by 1H 2019. These include the revamp of the main lobby, business club located at the top three floors of Republic Plaza, has
units were handed over to buyers progressively.
lift lobbies, driveway and frontage; lift modernisation incorporating also embarked on enhancement works to attract new members.
With improved market sentiments and ahead of the
Destination Control System and upgrading of lift interiors; addition Expected to cost close to S$3 million, the enhancement works
Additional Buyer’s Stamp Duty deadline, The Venue
of new restrooms, upgrading of existing restrooms; and increasing include the renovation of its Straits Bar to create new spaces for
Residences is fully sold.
floor-to-ceiling heights of selected office floors. members to work and socialise and a new kitchen tailored to
new food concepts. Works commenced in mid-July 2017 and are
Mr Kwek Leng Beng, CDL Executive Chairman, said,
Republic Plaza’s retail space will also be enhanced to provide better targeted for completion by mid-October 2017. The renovation will
“After several years of subdued market conditions
pedestrian flow and visibility, achieve a more efficient layout, as well see Tower Club Singapore maintain its position as one of the best
coupled with macro headwinds, the ‘heartbeat’ of
as to incorporate M&E infrastructure to facilitate more F&B offerings. in the city.
Singapore’s residential property market appears
to be getting stronger with increased activity and
Plans are on hand to create a new retail cluster on Level 2 of Republic
some vital signs of a possible stabilisation. CDL is
Plaza, through the conversion of some existing car park spaces. The
well-poised to benefit from an upcycle. In addition
building’s office space will also be enhanced with the upgrading and
to strong residential sales, we will also benefit from
expansion of bathrooms, as well as the conversion of Gross Floor
monetisation opportunities to unlock value through
Area into more efficient and higher value uses. These enhancements
potential collective en-bloc prospects for some of
will in turn support the building’s tenant mix rejuvenation.
our mature assets, as well as possible divestment
or repurposing of our non-core properties.”
Demand for office space at Republic Plaza remains strong as the
Grade A building has several enviable attributes. It is located in
The company also announced the resignation of Mr
the heart of Raffles Place with direct underground connectivity
Grant Kelley, who has served as CDL CEO for more
to Raffles Place MRT station; it has ample car park space; and the
than three and a half years. He will be taking up new
overall property has been well-maintained.
challenges as the CEO of Australia-listed Vicinity
Centres, a real estate investment trust company
The new year will see the entire CDL’s corporate office, currently
based in Melbourne, Australia. Mr Kelley will remain
based at City House, relocate to Republic Plaza. By Q2 2018, all its
at CDL until 31 December 2017.
operations will be housed under one roof, occupying three floors Given the strong sales for the luxury 174-unit Gramercy Park, CDL plans to launch another high-
end project in the Orchard Road vicinity, New Futura. A key attraction of this exclusive 124-unit
of about 42,000 square feet (sq ft). This will free up nine floors of development is its freehold status, which is increasingly rare in Singapore. The project features
two iconic 36-storey towers with stunning architecture and comprises two- to four-bedroom
space at City House, amounting to about 60,000 sq ft. The Group apartments and five-bedroom penthouses.
has already secured a lease commitment for approximately half of
Artist’s impression of Tower Club Singapore’s new look after its revamp.
this vacated space at City House.
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BIZBUZZ BIZBUZZ
WATERBROOK BAYVIEW —
FIVE-STAR SENIOR HOUSING
In early August, CDL Group entered into a collaboration with Waterbrook Lifestyle Resorts to develop a
luxury five-star retirement village in Bayview, Sydney.
AMPING UP
RECRUITMENT IN
MIDDLE EAST
Located in the heart of Islam’s holiest city, the Makkah Millennium Hotel and Makkah Millennium Towers are the newest additions to the MHR MEA Group’s stable of properties in the Middle
Artist’s Impression East, as part of the new openings and recruitment drive for new employees.
Waterbrook Bayview will provide facilities and services including 24/7 concierge service, restaurants, library, cinema, indoor pool/spa, wellness and spiritual centre, games centre, putting
green, walking track, interactive gardens, hair and beauty salons, chauffeured courtesy vehicles, as well as in-house nurses.
CDL has entered into a collaboration with Waterbrook Lifestyle Millennium Hotels and Resorts Middle East and Mr Anis Fares, MHR MEA Director for Human Resources, said
Artist’s Impression
Resorts to develop a luxury five-star retirement village in Bayview, Africa (MHR MEA) region has announced plans that the Group’s priority will be to promote from within, invest
Sydney. Bayview is an exclusive location within the Northern in internal talents and enable career development within the
to recruit 4,000 employees by 2018, with a focus
Beaches that houses a large and growing ageing population, and company to meet the requirements in the new hotel openings. In
on hiring nationals from the Gulf Cooperation addition, the Group has also invested in recruitment services such
is a short distance from Mona Vale Beach and the Mona Vale
shopping and retail precinct. Council (GCC). As one of the Middle East’s fastest as applicant tracking systems, as well as social sourcing to facilitate
growing companies, MHR MEA has an exciting a professional, effective and efficient recruitment process, and to
Slated for completion in 2020, the project is currently at the future on the horizon, including a total of 10 new ensure a strong employer branding throughout the region.
planning and design stage, with the number of units and gross hotel openings within the next year.
development value to be finalised. The Group will be participating Mr Kevork Deldelian, MHR MEA Chief Operating Officer, said that
through debt financing of A$35 million, for which the specific terms they will continue to work closely with government entities to
are confidential. support employment as the Group continues to expand into the
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Oman. He added, “It is vital that we
CDL is positive on the luxury retirement sector as there is strong Waterbrook Bayview will be built on a 20,000 square metre freehold site. With properties confirmed for Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Turkey demonstrate that the hospitality industry is a viable career option
unmet demand from a growing demographic of well-heeled and Oman, the MHR MEA brand has confirmed a recruitment of above other industries by investing in training and developing our
retirees who desire to live in well-curated communities with good 4,000 employees across 10 hotels over the next 12 months. This talent. The perception of the hotel industry as a career is changing
facilities. It is excited to embark on this new area of business and will include a search for 400 managers and executives, as well as amongst GCC nationals as hotel groups are seeking ways to attract
intends to collaborate with Waterbrook to set a new benchmark 600 supervisors, creating many employment opportunities in the and retain national talent. The Group invests in its employees to
in Australian retirement living and expand the brand throughout Middle East region. ensure they undergo extensive training and development so they
Australia, New Zealand and other parts of the world. have the tools to deliver the highest service standards to guests.”
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LUXESTYLE LUXESTYLE
WIN-WIN FOR
MILLENNIUM HILTON
NEW YORK ONE UN PLAZA
Located in the heart of the International United Nations Headquarters in New York City, the hotel Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza. With the availability of
has a long history of welcoming global pioneers, politicians and diplomats and will continue to premier accommodation and event space in midtown Manhattan,
Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza will be an ideal choice
deliver impeccable hospitality under Hilton’s operation. In addition to exceptional service, guests
for many of the Hilton loyal guests. It is a win-win situation for
of Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza will also be able to enjoy the added benefits of Hilton both Hilton and M&C Group. We look forward to this expanded
Honors, Hilton’s award-winning loyalty programme. relationship with Hilton in North America and internationally.”
With approximately 7,500 square feet of meeting spaces,
Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza is the ideal place for
meetings and events. The hotel boasts six versatile meeting and
function rooms offering natural light and panoramic views of
New York City, including the hotel’s stunning ballroom, which can
accommodate up to 300 guests. Each space comes with audio-
visual and production support along with the added bonus of
having the hotel’s specialised catering and events team on hand
to provide advice and support. In addition to this, guests can also
use the hotel’s tennis court, valet parking, concierge service, Wi-Fi,
24-hour fitness centre and children’s programming.
Mr Kwek added, “With stunning skyline views, modern In addition to views of the city and proximity to attractions, guests of Millennium Hilton New York One
UN Plaza can also enjoy a variety of dining options, such as the revamped Ambassador Grill which
accommodations and amenities and a location in one of the offers modern, all-day dining serving classic dishes in a historic setting.
world’s most sought-after destinations, we are confident we will
exceed our guests’ expectations and further establish Millennium
Hilton New York One UN Plaza as one of the city’s top hotels. The
hotel will join its sister property, Millennium Hilton New York
Downtown, which is currently celebrating its 25th anniversary this
year, in welcoming many of the Hilton brand’s valued guests to
this dignified residential area of Midtown East.”
Mr David Marr, Senior Vice President and Global Head, Full
Service Brands, Hilton, said, “At Hilton, we are constantly looking
to be in the destinations that matter most to travellers and New
York City continues to attract record-breaking visitors each year.
The opening of Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza brings
The iconic ONE UN New York hotel by M&C Hotels joined the Hilton network of hotels as Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza on 30 August 2017. our signature hospitality to where the world meets, and we look
forward to providing exceptional guest experiences true to the
Hilton brand.”
The property completed an extensive S$68 million phased Mr Kwek Leng Beng, CDL Executive Chairman and Chairman of
renovation in 2016, which upgraded 439 guest rooms and suites, Millennium & Copthorne Hotels plc (M&C), said, “We are very
meetings and event spaces, public areas and restaurants while pleased that our unique property located on the grounds of Newly renovated spacious guest rooms offer plenty of space to work and relax, and
boast spectacular views of the New York City skyline and East River. The Millennium
preserving the distinctive architecture and character of the the United Nations headquarters will be managed by Hilton as Hilton New York One UN Plaza is located close to several landmarks and attractions
original Kevin Roche-designed building. including Broadway Theatre District, Times Square, Empire State Building, Grand Central
Terminal and the world-famous shopping destination, Fifth Avenue.
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M SOCIAL OPENS
Millennium Hotels and Resorts (MHR) has The hotel’s restaurant, Beast & Butterflies, offers casual all- Technology is a focal point of the hotel, with self-check-in kiosks
expanded its M Social brand with the soft day dining with an outdoor terrace and bar, while an on-site in addition to a traditional reception desk, smart TVs in every
ITS DOORS
delicatessen serves salads, cured meats and bakery items, as well guest room and a media wall that displays local information such
opening of a new property in Auckland, New
as coffee. Meeting and event spaces are available and are inclusive as transportation timetables, weather forecasts and details of
Zealand. M Social Auckland opened its doors of technology, with room for up to 50 delegates. activities.
IN AUCKLAND
on 4 October 2017. This follows the launch of
M Social Singapore last year. General Manager of M Social Auckland Mr Nigel Edwards The hotel will mark its official grand opening in the first quarter
commented, “We are extremely excited to bring such a vibrant of 2018.
lifestyle hotel to Auckland that embraces local culture. Not only
will M Social Auckland provide the perfect base for travellers, it will Room rates at M Social Auckland will start from only NZD$279,
constantly evolve and become a local hotspot for those who live, including Wi-Fi and movies.
work and play in the area to socialise.”
NEW BRAND
AccorHotels has taken over the management of
Maldives luxury resort, Jumeirah Dhevanafushi
FOR PARADISE
from 1 September 2017, and rebranded it to
Dhevanafushi Maldives Luxury Resort. It will then
be rebranded as the Raffles Maldives Meradhoo
ON MALDIVES Resort in late 2018 following a refurbishment.
Artist’s Impression
Located on the waterfront of Auckland’s prime Central Business District, the 190-room lifestyle M Social Auckland presents itself as New Zealand’s new kid on the block. With local cultural themes
of fauna, marine life and literature, the hotel makes an ideal destination for family travellers.
Centred around the design experience, M Social Auckland will offer
contemporary form and function in a casual setting, featuring
spaces that are designed to be accessible and flexible to guests’
needs; an extension of the democratic design concept which typifies
M Social Singapore. It will provide a modern space for those who
live, work and play in the neighbourhood, as well as a social base
for curious travellers.
The 190-room hotel features five room categories: Social, Social
View, Social Club, Social Tribe and Social Tribe View. There are also
two suite categories: Harbour and Ocean that offers unparalled Artist’s Impression
harbour views. Each floor of the hotel has its own theme based The hotel’s restaurant, Beast & Butterflies, offers casual all-day dining with an outdoor
The idyllic Jumeirah Dhevanafushi resort is an exotic hideaway located in the southern end of the Maldives. With island villas and ocean villas as pictured, it also comes with an extensive list of
comforts for guests, making it the perfect spot for special occasions.
around elements of local culture, such as fauna, marine life and terrace and bar.
literature.
Contemporary and chic, all guestrooms feature wall-to-wall Set on the private island of Meradhoo, Jumeirah Dhevanafushi in at the very top end of the luxury resort sector in the Maldives,
windows overlooking picturesque Auckland Harbour, with the Maldives features 21 island villas and 16 ocean villas with private following the re-positioning exercise in 2018.”
‘Social View’ categories located on the upper floors for even pools, three restaurants and a cocktail bar.
more stunning views. Guests in Social Club rooms or the suites “We are thrilled to announce our very first luxury resort in the
have access to the Social Lounge, which features communal Recreational facilities and services include a spa, an over-the-water Maldives at a time when the region is enjoying excellent growth,
workstations, individual tables and facilities including printers, fitness centre, yoga programmes, water sports, private dining especially with travellers from Asia Pacific. AccorHotels is bringing
stationery and other essentials. options, a 24-hour butler and private chef service, along with to the resort our expertise in delivering unparalleled luxury
snorkelling and diving through the resort’s Professional Association experiences renowned in our Raffles, Fairmont and Sofitel brands,
MHR Chief Marketing Officer Mr Franck Kermarrec said, “Following of Diving Instructors (PADI)-certified dive centre. along with the benefits of our award-winning global loyalty
the much-anticipated launch of M Social Singapore in June 2016, programme, Le Club AccorHotels,” said Mr Patrick Basset, CEO of
we are delighted to expand our portfolio further with the launch of Artist’s Impression Mr Vincent Yeo, CDL Hospitality Trusts CEO, said, “With active asset AccorHotels, Upper Southeast and Northeast Asia.
M Social Auckland. The property strengthens our lifestyle offering, management being one of the key pillars of our management
All guestrooms such as the Harbour Suite (pictured above) feature wall-to-wall windows
and with plans to expand the brand further in the near future, it is with picturesque views of Auckland Harbour.
strategy, we believe the appointment of AccorHotels for the resort The resort can be accessed by a 55-minute flight from Male Airport
a very exciting time for us.” will allow us to optimise its asset potential and redefine this resort and a 15-minute speedboat transfer.
15 16
FUTURENOW FUTURENOW
BUILDING
The ninth edition of the Annual Global Compact CDL Chief Sustainability Officer Ms Esther An also spoke as a panelist During the Summit, prizes for the CDL-GCNS Young CSR Leaders
Network Singapore (GCNS) Summit was held on at the plenary session “Sustainable Financing and Responsible Award 2017 were also given out. Team Viride from Singapore
Investment in Asia”. Drawing from CDL’s experience in launching Management University (SMU) emerged champions with their
29 and 30 August 2017 at the Suntec Singapore
A FUTURE
the first green bond by a Singapore company, Ms An spoke on effective delivery of human-centric and innovative environmental
Convention & Exhibition Centre, graced by Guest- the importance of a proactive approach towards sustainability strategies. Aimed at nurturing future generations of sustainability
of-Honour (GOH) Mr Chan Chun Sing, Minister in integration, alongside increasing recognition of a strategic champions, the award, in its seventh edition, received record
the Prime Minister’s Office and Secretary-General connection between sustainability and business performance. participation this year.
ECONOMY
of the National Union Congress. Around 250
participants attended the Summit.
WOMEN4GREEN:
SUSTAINABILITY NETWORK
IN THE SPOTLIGHT
CDL launched its inaugural Women4Green Impact Series,
which was held at the Singapore Sustainability Academy
(SSA) in August 2017.
Themed around ‘Sustainable
During the plenary session “Businesses Growing Together for our Future Economy”, CDL CEO Mr Grant Kelley shared from a developer’s perspective, the leading role of the built sector in building Fashion’, to shed light on
Singapore’s future economy towards a smart nation. the environmental impact
of the apparel industry,
the event attracted more
than 100 women attendees
Themed “Better Businesses Together for the Future Economy”, One of the highlighted measures was Singapore Exchange’s 2018 from diverse backgrounds,
participants engaged in interactive conversations on how adopting regulation for listed companies to produce sustainability reports. A including bankers,
lawyers, academics, senior
sustainable policies and practices presents business opportunities forerunner in sustainability reporting, CDL published Singapore’s executives from both public
and private sectors, non-
in the Future Economy — in particular, how sustainability measures first Global Reporting Initiative Application Level checked report governmental organisations
can make Singapore businesses more responsible and competitive from as early as 2008. (NGOs), youths and
undergraduates.
globally. These measures will improve business efficiency and
through constructive collaborations, better engage enlightened
investors and consumers.
Established by CDL, Women4Green is the first Singapore network negative impact for a more sustainable future. The session
for women in sustainability. Women4Green brings together women provided an inspiring take on how one can shop for and dispose
executives in the green industries who contribute to climate action, of their clothing responsibly.
sustainable business, and social change. It harnesses the collective
knowledge and expertise of these female leaders to empower Ms Esther An, CDL Chief Sustainability Officer, said, “It is our
other women to incite meaningful change in areas such as green privilege to have successful female leaders from various
building, technology, energy, financing, consultancy and NGOs. industries to voice their support of Women4Green’s mission. It
is not a rigid society but a platform to enable knowledge sharing
Speaking at the Women4Green inaugural event was Ms Mabel about sustainability through online sharing and regular events.
Wong, Executive Director of CSR Asia and Women4Green
Ambassador for Australia and New Zealand who presented the By attending Women4Green events on topics related to
Ethical Fashion Report 2017, published by Baptist World Aid sustainable lifestyle and business practices, participants will
Australia. It reports and ranks 106 fashion brands based on their benefit from the collective knowledge and expertise of selected
environmental and social impact. subjects and female leaders. The learning and exchange of
knowledge and expertise will inspire participants to drive change
Ms Wong Xin Yi, Sustainability Manager of H&M Southeast Asia, through adopting and promoting best practices, innovations
GOH Mr Chan Chun Sing, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Office and Secretary-General of the National Trades Union Congress (second from left), CDL CEO Mr Grant Kelley (second from right), also shared insights on what a fashion company with a global and engagement in support of the United Nations Sustainable
CDL Chief Sustainability Officer Ms Esther An (first from right) and GCNS President Ms Goh Swee Chen (first from left), presenting Team Viride from SMU — Winner of the CDL-GCNS Young CSR
Leaders Award 2017 — with their prizes. presence like H&M can do to counter the fashion industry’s Development Goals.”
17 18HEARTWORK HEARTWORK
Construction workers cheering enthusiastically for their teammates. Woh Hup (in white) emerged as champion of the CDL EHS Cup soccer tournament.
Established in 2005, the CDL 5-Star EHS Awards recognise
exemplary builders and workers who have excelled in WINNERS OF CDL 5-STAR EHS AWARDS 2017
the CDL 5-Star EHS Assessment System. The Assessment
System and Awards have been instrumental in influencing
CDL’s builders and consultants to monitor and improve
CDL EHS EXCELLENCE AWARD
recognises builders who have excelled in the CDL 5-Star
their EHS performance. EHS Assessment System over a one-year period
At the event, Minister of State for Manpower Mr Sam Tan,
Minister of State for Manpower Mr Sam Tan (second row, fifth from left), Workplace Safety and Health Council Executive Director Mr Patrick Han (second row, first from left), CDL Group General Dragages Singapore Pte Ltd The Venue Residences
Manager Mr Chia Ngiang Hong (second row, fifth from right), and other CDL representatives with the winners of the CDL 5-Star EHS Awards.
who was the Guest-of-Honour, presented the CDL 5-Star and Shoppes
EHS Awards to the winners. The awards presentation was
CDL INTRODUCES
witnessed by seven of CDL’s builders (Daewoo Engineering
On 1 October 2017, CDL distributed over 1.5 tonnes
& Construction Co., Ltd., Dragages Singapore Pte Ltd,
of fortified rice to some 300 construction workers CDL WORKERS’ WELFARE AWARD
Kajima Overseas Asia Pte Ltd, Nakano Singapore (Pte) Ltd, honours builders who have devoted excellent effort to
HEALTHY EATING
who were present at the annual CDL 5-Star Ssangyong Engineering & Construction Co Ltd, Teambuild ensure workers’ welfare, including caring for their health,
Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Awards Construction Pte Ltd, and Woh Hup (Private) Limited). safety, living conditions and well-being
TO CONSTRUCTION
and EHS Cup 2017 held at the Singapore University Currently, about 1,600 construction workers are employed
of Technology and Design. by builders at five CDL worksites.
Dragages Singapore Pte Ltd The Venue Residences
and Shoppes
WORKERS
The finale soccer match between workers from Dragages
Singapore Pte Ltd and Woh Hup (Private) Limited was also Nakano Singapore (Pte) Ltd The Criterion
held at the event. They were the two teams left standing
from the CDL EHS Cup, a series of soccer matches that CDL Teambuild Construction Pte Ltd The Brownstone
organised in the past few months to foster camaraderie and
promote a healthy lifestyle among workers. The team from
“
CDL AND OUR JV PARTNER HONG REALTY ARE FOR
CDL, THE SAFETY AND WELL-BEING OF WORKERS HAVE
According to the World Food Programme, fortification increases the
content of essential vitamins and minerals in rice so as to improve
Woh Hup (Private) Limited eventually won the cup.
CDL SAFE WORKER AWARDS
honour workers across CDL’s worksites who have demonstrated
its nutritional quality, thereby helping to fight micronutrient In addition, National Environment Agency, PUB and social
ALWAYS BEEN A PRIORITY. AS A PROPERTY DEVELOPER, exemplary safety awareness and knowledge
deficiencies.1 enterprise 45RICE set up exhibits and games booths to
WE CAN AND MUST DO OUR PART TO PROMOTE BETTER help workers understand and adopt good habits on dengue
SAFETY AND HEALTH AT OUR WORKSITES BY ENGAGING prevention, hygiene, nutrition, environmental cleanliness Alom Soha Coco Palms
OUR VALUE CHAIN. FOR MORE THAN TWO DECADES, CDL and water conservation. Woh Hup (Private) Limited
HAS DRIVEN EHS EXCELLENCE AT OUR WORKSITES SO
Over the years, CDL has driven EHS excellence at its Islam Nozrul D’Nest
THAT OUR WORKERS, WHO ARE THE FOUNDATION OF Daewoo Engineering &
worksites and across its supply chain. In addition to the
OUR BUILDING INDUSTRY, CAN RETURN HOME SAFELY TO Construction Co Ltd
CDL 5-Star EHS Awards, in 2016, CDL galvanised 24 of its
THEIR LOVED ONES. key builders and consultants to sign a ‘Pledge Towards
Jual The Criterion
Vision Zero through Safe Design — Safe Practices — Safe Nakano Singapore (Pte) Ltd
BEYOND HIGH EHS STANDARDS, IT IS ALSO IMPORTANT Culture’ at the annual CDL 5-Star EHS Awards. It marked the
TO ENHANCE WORKERS’ WELL-BEING HOLISTICALLY. BY first time a developer in Singapore rallied collective action Mahendramani Arulanandham New Futura
along its supply chain to support the Construction Industry Dragages Singapore Pte Ltd
DISTRIBUTING FORTIFIED RICE TO THE WORKERS, WE
Workplace Safety and Health Action Plans. This followed
HOPE TO INTRODUCE THEM TO A HEALTHIER AND MORE two similar rounds of pledge signing initiated by CDL, the Rajkumar Sathish The Brownstone
NUTRITIOUS EATING OPTION.
” ‘Pledge for Zero’ Commitment Charter for zero accidents,
zero injuries and zero environmental pollution in 2010 and
Teambuild Construction Pte Ltd
Velayutham Karthikeyan The Venue Residences
MR CHIA NGIANG HONG the pledge of commitment to uphold workers’ well-being,
CDL staff (second and third from left) and a 45RICE representative (in yellow) distributing Dragages Singapore Pte Ltd and Shoppes
CDL GROUP GENERAL MANAGER fortified rice to construction workers. safety and health in 2014.
1
http://innovation.wfp.org/project/rice-fortification
19 20HEARTWORK HEARTWORK
HONG LEONG HONOURS
LEE KUAN YEW WITH
CDL Group General Manager Mr Chia
Ngiang Hong (third from right); CDL
Chief Strategy Officer and Head, Asset
Management Mr Kwek Eik Sheng
(second from right); CDL Executive
CAMBRIDGE SCHOLARSHIP
Vice President, Property & Facilities
Management Mr Daniel T’ng (third from Hong Leong Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Hong Leong Group
left); CDL Head of Corporate Secretarial
Services Ms Catherine Loh (second Singapore recently made a contribution of £300,000 (S$525,870) to the
from left); CSC President Ms Foo Chui
Mui (left); Assisi Hospice newly launched Lee Kuan Yew (LKY) Fitzwilliam Fund.
CEO Ms Choo Shiu Ling (right);
Franciscan Missionaries of the Divine
Motherhood Sister Carmen (centre);
with two young volunteers Alexis and
Faith dressed up as Chang’E and jade
rabbit from the Mid-Autumn Festival
story, brought much cheer to patients
in the wards as they went round
distributing lanterns and mooncakes.
MID-AUTUMN JOY
UNDER THE MOONLIGHT
City Sunshine Club (CSC), the employee volunteer
Pictured here at a private
arm of CDL, is a long-time partner of Assisi Hospice dinner held at the British High
Commissioner’s Residence, Eden
and each year, volunteers would spend an evening Hall is (from left) Dr Lee Suan Yew,
to bring cheer and laughter to the day-care and youngest brother of the late
Mr Lee Kuan Yew; Mrs Nicola
in-ward patients of Assisi Hospice as they celebrate Padfield, Master of Fitzwilliam
College; and Mr Kwek Eik Sheng,
the Mid-Autumn Festival together. Governor of Hong Leong
Foundation. Mr Kwek is also
CDL Chief Strategy Officer and
Head of Asset Management.
On 22 September, CDL Group General Manager Mr Chia Ngiang
Hong and CDL Chief Strategy Officer and Head, Asset Management
Mr Kwek Eik Sheng joined Assisi Hospice’s CEO Ms Choo Shiu Ling Established by Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge, the LKY Fitzwilliam “The late Mr Lee was a source of inspiration for many of us.
and accompanying staff to distribute mooncakes to the patients Fund that was launched in Singapore at The Arts House (formerly He made his stamp by shaping our nation and business values.
and wished them good health. After distributing the mooncakes Old Parliament House) offers opportunities to support and promote Our support towards the Lee Kuan Yew Fitzwilliam Fund is an
and lanterns, they joined CSC volunteers to belt out familiar tunes intellectual exchanges between Singapore and the well renowned extension of us remembering and honouring his legacy of being
with patients joining in the singing. Besides the melodious songs, University of Cambridge. It also supports graduate scholarships for Singapore’s most celebrated alumnus of Cambridge University.
there was also a magic show and dance performance by the students of the College. We are investing in the next generation of outstanding
volunteers. Towards the end of the celebration, CSC volunteers young scholars and the long-term future of Singapore,”
accompanied patients for a stroll in the sky garden within the new Hong Leong Foundation’s donation will be used to establish the LKY said Mr Kwek Leng Beng, a Governor of Hong Leong Foundation.
Assisi Hospice building. Hong Leong Masters Scholarships at Fitzwilliam, a five to ten year He is also the Executive Chairman of CDL and Hong Leong
graduate programme subject to variables such as the student’s Group Singapore.
This year marks the tenth year that CSC has worked closely with study of choice and length of courses. The programme will also
Assisi Hospice to organise the Mid-Autumn Festival celebration. enable candidates to undertake part of their studies in Singapore “Fitzwilliam College really values our historic and continuing
or an academic project that involves a joint collaboration between relationship with Singapore, and I am delighted that we have
Assisi Hospice plays a critical role in helping to care for patients with CDL volunteers accompanying the patients out on an evening stroll at Assisi Hospice’s Cambridge and a university here. been able to recognise this by building on the memory of Mr
life-limiting illness, regardless of age, race, religion. As a charity, new premise. Lee Kuan Yew, through the inauguration of a Fund that will
Assisi Hospice depends on public donations in order to sustain its Fitzwilliam is one of 31 colleges of the University, of which the late nurture this relationship for a new generation of scholars,” said
impactful and far-reaching work. The generous support from donors Mr Lee Kuan Yew was an alumnus. The late former Prime Minister, Mrs Nicola Padfield, Master of Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge.
and sponsors means all its patients can receive the care they need. seen as the “Founding Father” of modern Singapore, governed the She thanked Hong Leong Foundation for its contribution to the
If you would like to volunteer or donate, please visit Assisi Hospice country for three decades. He graduated from Fitzwilliam College Masters scholarship.
official website at http://www.assisihospice.org.sg/. with a “starred First” (or First Class Honours with Distinction) in Law
before embarking on his long and illustrious political career in the
1950s. He was elected as an Honorary Fellow of Fitzwilliam College
in 1969. Mr Lee died at age 91 on 23 March 2015.
21 22LIVELIFE LIVELIFE
BRINGING FINER TASTES TO YOUR PALATE
Located at the premium shopping district of Orchard Road, Palais Renaissance has established itself as
WINTER WONDERLAND
an exclusive shopping destination that provides an intimate respite amidst the hustle and bustle of the
city. It is a treasure trove for the who’s who of the local and expatriate community, trendsetters and well- CHRISTMAS AT SOUTH
BEACH AVENUE
heeled travellers who traverse the hallways for a taste of luxury living and deluxe lifestyle offerings.
Housing an assembly of exclusive boutiques and choice names, Singapore’s definitive address to luxurious offerings can be found only at
Palais Renaissance.
Decked out in Scandinavian-inspired white winter wonderland
Read on about its latest additions, bringing to you finer tastes in life.
Christmas setting, South Beach Avenue celebrates her first
anniversary and the most anticipated time of the year with
one of Singapore’s largest Christmas Art Market.
Frunatic
WWW.FRUNATIC.COM
#B1-06 | Tel: 6270288
Mon – Sun:
9am to 3pm, 5pm to 9pm
First-of-its-kind fine dining wellness restaurant Frunatic A 40-seater fine dining restaurant to promote healthy and
places emphasis on strictly natural therapeutic meals therapeutic eating in Singapore, Frunatic has a zero-tolerance
that help maintain, restore and improve health policy and absolute restriction to dairy, gluten, wheat, trans-
aspirations of individuals, providing the option of fat, additives, cholesterol and all forms of preservatives.
specially-designed combination menu, in addition to its
Therapeutic Wellness Meals. Wholesome Savour #B1-06A From 15 to 17 December 2017, South
Beach Consortium and The Local People
Designed by a team of wellness professionals comprising Frunatic also provides other healthy dining options such as (TLP) will come together to transform South
Nutritionists, Dieitians, Naturopathic Doctors, Traditional cold-pressed juices, dehydrated snacks, raw nutrient dense Beach Avenue into an art, design, food and
Chinese Medication Physicians, and renowned Chefs, the cakes, and enzyme drinks with a chill-out delicatessen, music destination with Santa’s Workshop
meals are conceptualised to ensure harmony in nutrition, Wholesome Savour at the foyer of Basement 1. @ The South Pole. Local communities and
taste and presentation. Energising super foods, natural visitors can look forward to revel in a huge
ingredients and restorative traditional herbs are formulated one-stop Christmas Party for everyone in
with expert culinary techniques, making meals beneficial to
the heart of the Civic District while exploring
diners while retaining its full nutritional value.
the unique space of the South Beach mixed-
use development.
The Writing Club
THEWRITINGCLUB.COM.SG
#02-10 | Tel: 93628626
Mon – Sun:
12pm to 12am, last order at 11.30pm
Owned and managed by husband-and-wife team, Soo “Writing Club” is the code-name for a gang of whisky-loving Be a part of the longest communal dining experience in the You can also do your bit for charity by participating in a series of
San and Sherin, The Writing Club is home to an extensive friends, to lead their significant others to think they were our basement plaza while savouring mouth-watering treats before fundraising carnival games by The Social Co. All proceeds will go
collection of over 500 whiskies from all over the world. sharpening their literary skills, when in fact they gather for
returning to the tents on the street level to get your fill of the on to benefit the nine non-profit organisations The Social Co. is
a night of whisky tasting. Starting from $16 per pour, most
all the festive gift shopping featuring a wide range of supporting — including Association for Persons with Special Needs
An avid collector of the dubbed “liquid gold” for more than of the whisky collection hails from Scotland with the rest
ten years, Soo San pursues prized vintages from distilleries, originating from different parts of the world. Novices and Singapore-made and locally-designed products and quirky (APSN), Samaritans of Singapore (SOS) and Cerebral Palsy Alliance
whiskey shops to small liquor dealers and grocery stores in aficionados alike who would like to experience “Whiskey knick-knacks. Popular F&B tenants such as Vatos Urban Tacos Singapore (CPAS).
remote areas across the world, which soon filled up the shelves Flight”, either conducted blind or open selection, may start and Quaich Bar will also be popping-up during the event.
in his home. This gave birth to Singapore’s newest whisky- out with the minimum of three tasting portions of 20ml each, Get crafty and creative with Christmas workshops such as Find out more about the magical event on Facebook.
library that sits 36 comfortably, in a posh and cosy setting. costing $68. Fondant Cookie Bar and Christmas Calligraphy; and a DIY customised
gift wrapping paper station.
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