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T H E P A DA N G
                   S I N G A P O R E   C R I C K E T                      C L U B          M A G A Z I N E

Established 1852

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SCC NIGHT RACE HOLDERS                                                   SCC CARPARK ACCESS
• As the Singapore Cricket Club is located within the                    • The SCC carpark will be partially closed on Saturday,
  circuit park, access to the Club will only be permitted                  14 September, at 0900hrs and half closure will
  for SCC Night Race ticket holders from Friday,                           commence on Monday, 16 September.
  20 September to Sunday, 22 September.
                                                                         • Full closure of the carpark will take effect on Tuesday,
• The Club may be accessed via Gate 4. Members                             17 September at 2330hrs.
  may download the circuit map from the SGP website
                                                                         • Half of the carpark will be re-opened on Tuesday,
  for details and reference.
                                                                           24 September, at 0900hrs and will be fully operational
• Pedestrian access will be available on 20, 21 and                        from Friday, 27 September, 1500hrs onwards.
  22 September via Gate 4 located near the Asian
  Civilisations Museum.                                                  PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
                                                                         • Taxis may continue to call at the following taxi stands:
GENERAL ROAD CLOSURE
                                                                         I.		 Capitol Piazza
• St Andrews Road/Connaught Drive – There will be
                                                                         II.		 Peninsula Excelsior Hotel
  no vehicular access into the Club from Wednesday
  18 September 0000hrs to Tuesday, 24 September                          III. Battery Road
  0530hrs.                                                               IV. Hitachi Tower along Collyer Quay as well as others
                                                                             not listed here
• Members who plan to drive are advised to exit the
  Clubhouse on Tuesday, 17 September, by 2330hrs                         • Access to alternative taxi stands is subject to
  before the road closure commences.                                       prevailing traffic conditions.
• St Andrews Road and Fullerton Road will be fully
  accessible from Tuesday, 24 September, 0530hrs
  onwards.

                            Road access information is correct at time of publication.
                   Please contact our Member Services Desk at 6338 9271 for more information.
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General Committee 2019
PRESIDENT                                        DEPUTY PRESIDENT                               Contents
Mr. Sher Baljit Singh                            Mr. Matthew C. Streeton
sherbaljit.singh@scc.org.sg                      matthew.streeton@scc.org.sg
                                                                                                CLUB NEWS
FINANCE MEMBER                                   CHAIRMAN GAMES CONTROL BOARD
                                                                                                President’s Message                            3
Mr. Rangachari Raghavan                          Mr. Martin Goerojo
rags.raghavan@scc.org.sg                         martin.goerojo@scc.org.sg                      New Members Election Night: August             4
                                                                                                General Club News                              6
COMMITTEE MEMBERS                                                                               Staff Training and Townhall                    7
Mr. George V. Abraham                            Mr. Lim Khoon
george.abraham@scc.org.sg                        lim.khoon@scc.org.sg
Mrs. Margaret Cunico                             Mr. Ananda Kumar                               FEATURES:
margaret.cunico@scc.org.sg                       ananda.kumar@scc.org.sg                        In Conversation with Daisy Irani                9
Mr. Anwar Gaffoor                                Mr. Paul Lawlass                               SCC Celebrates Singapore’s Bicentennial   11 — 13
anwar.gaffoor@scc.org.sg                         paul.lawlass@scc.org.sg                        SCC Homecoming for Chef Paul Askew!            14
Mr. David Jones                                  Ms. Fathima Mohietheen                         Deconstructing Peranakan Belt Buckles          16
david.jones@scc.org.sg                           fathima@scc.org.sg

                                                                                                DINING HIGHLIGHTS                         18 — 20
Subcommittee Members
GAMES CONTROL BOARD                              FOOD AND BEVERAGE                              CALENDAR OF EVENTS                            21
Mr. Martin Goerojo (Chairman)                    Mr. Paul Lawlass (Chairman)
Ms. Sunita Kapoor                                Ms. Margaret Cunico                            UPCOMING EVENTS
Mr. David Yim                                    Ms. Tracy Jones
Ms. Patricia Jasudasen
                                                                                                Oktoberfest                                   22
                                                 Ms. Nalini Willetts
Mr. Ganesh Ramanathan                            Ms. Fatimah Mohietheen                         Argentinian Wine Pairing Dinner               23
Mr. Suresh Kalpathy                                                                             Sunday Kids Corner                             8
Ms. Helen Campos                                 ESTABLISHMENT                                  SCC International Rugby7s 2019                29
Mr. Steve Dawson                                 Mr. Ananda Kumar (Chairman)
Mr. Chionh Chye Hion                             Ms. Preeti Dubey
Mr. Intekhab Khan                                                                               RECENT EVENTS                             25 — 28
                                                 Mr. Rajan Menon
Ms. Nanthini Visvalingam                         Mr. Harpal Singh
Mr. Henry Winter
                                                                                                SPORTS
Mr. Sarat Chandran
                                                 SOCIAL                                         Balut                                         30
Mr. Soenke Langhoff
                                                 Mr. Anwar Gaffoor (Chairman)                   Billiards & Snooker                           31
                                                 Mr. George V. Abraham                          Bridge                                        32
FINANCE
                                                 Mr. Vikram Raman
Mr. Rangachari Raghavan (Chairman)                                                              Bowls                                         33
                                                 Ms. Soma Devi
Mr. Sher Baljit Singh                                                                           Cricket                                       34
                                                 Ms. Darlene Kasten
Mr. Matthew C. Streeton                                                                         Darts                                         36
                                                 Mr. V. Srikanth
Mr. Martin Goerejo
                                                                                                Golf                                          37
Mr. Zoher Motiwala
Mr. Hamish Christie                              PROPERTY                                       Hockey                                        38
Mr. Jon Robinson                                 Mr. George V. Abraham (Chairman)               Netball                                       39
Mr. Nigel Stead                                  Mr. Andrew Moore                               Rugby                                         40
Mr. Victor Olsen                                 Mr. Retna Sabapathy                            Squash                                        41
Mr. Shanmugham Ganeson                           Mr. Ong Chin Leong
                                                                                                Tennis                                        42
                                                 Ms. Cynthia Robless
RULES AND MEMBERSHIP                             Mr. Jeyan Nadarajah
                                                 Mr. N Thangavelu
Mr. Lim Khoon (Chairman)
Mr. Matthew C. Streeton
Mr. Martin Goerojo                               MARCOM
Mr. Moiz H. Sithawalla                           Mrs. Margaret Cunico (Chairlady)
Mr. Chandra Mohan K. Nair                        Ms. Monica Alsagoff
                                                 Ms. Daisy Irani
SPECIAL PROJECT –                                Mr. Tushar Doshi
E COMMERCE AND SOCIAL /
SPORTS OUTREACH                                  SPECIAL PROJECT – SPORTS
Ms. Fathima Mohietheen (Chairlady)               Mr. David Jones (Chairman)

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                                                            Sat, 21 Sep               Sat, 21 Sep          Sun, 22 Sep
                                                                                                                                  Sun, 22 Sep
    Padang Field!                                          20:00 – 21:00             22:15 – 23:45         18:00 – 19:15
                                    22:15 – 23:45                                                                                22:30 – 00:00

THIS IS YOUR LAST CHANCE TO GET TICKETS!
                                       WWW.SCCNIGHTRACE.COM
             • All ticket prices are inclusive of GST, free flow food, and 1 welcome drink each day. Subsequent beverages are chargeable.
             • Please note that bookings may only be made through the SCC Night Race website at www.sccnightrace.com.
               NO OTHER METHODS OF BOOKING WILL BE ENTERTAINED.
             • Tickets are free roaming/seating, with the exception of ‘Victoria Room’, ‘Victoria Suite’, ‘Gold Box’, and ‘Padang Box’.
             • Each SCC Night Race ticket is inclusive of an official SGP Zone 4 walkabout ticket and an entrance ticket to the SCC.
             • Please note that BOTH TICKETS ARE COMPULSORY FOR ENTRY to both the SGP circuit and the SCC.
             • All guests must be signed in by an active SCC Member upon entry to the event.
             • Each member may purchase an unlimited number of Guests Tickets.

             For enquiries, please email to sccnightrace@scc.org.sg
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PRESIDENT ’S
MESSAGE

We are at about midpoint of our term, and I am glad to state that      Over two weeks, from 11 – 26 October 2019, SCC will be
besides some challenges we are in a positive financial state.          embracing our past, exploring our heritage and celebrating
                                                                       our diversity through a series of engaging events that will
To date, we have earned a total revenue of $8.65 million – 2.4%        culminate in the SCC Heritage Charity Ball – an extravagant
higher than our budget of $8.45 m and 1.5% higher than 2018’s          evening of fine dining and entertainment that will be the key
$8.52 million. Higher market food ingredient costs continue to         fund-raising event for our adopted charity SportCares, the
be a challenge; however, with careful daily inventory control          philanthropic arm of Sports Singapore.
and better management of purchases, the cost of F&B has
dropped by 3.2% point to 40.8% from last year’s 44.0%.                 SCC’s celebration of Singapore’s Bicentennial will truly be
Effectively, there was a potential cost savings of $137,412. Payroll   A Fiesta of Heritage and New Beginnings and we look forward to
cost continued its challenge with an increase in basic wages by        our Members’ active participation. For more information, flip
$144,000 or 5.5% as well as corresponding increases in CPF and         straight to pages 11 – 16.
FWL that rendered an effective increase in total payroll cost of
2.7% to $4.5 million from last year’s $4.38 million, mitigated by      The next major tournament coming up is the 72nd edition of the
the better management and control of unnecessary overtime              SCC International Rugby7s to be held on 8 – 10 November 2019
and casual labour. These variable components of the payroll            on the Padang. Catch all the exciting action from top
cost have been reduced from $344,000 last year to $290,000             international teams including the mighty Ponsonby from New
now, a decrease of $54,000 or 15.6%. We continue to look for           Zealand and Fijian powerhouse Daveta from Fiji at the main
innovative ways to control our electricity cost but I fear the         tournament, as well as the Schools & Colleges and Corporate
solution may rest in a substantial capex spend.                        Touch tournaments. Fringe kids’ festivities ensure a great
                                                                       weekend out for the entire family, so make sure you purchase
Despite the above-mentioned challenges, there is still a YTD net       your tickets on at early-bird rates (more information on page 29).
operating profit.
                                                                       Our Sections have been very active with their internal
We will continue to upgrade Club facilities and offerings for better   activities, participation in external events and competitions.
membership experiences. We have a newly renovated Stumps               Congratulations to the SCC Masters for winning the Pesta Sukan
and have introduced a signature SCC cocktail; I do encourage           Hockey 5s Masters Competition and the ISCI International
you to try both. Keeping in mind Members’ wishes, we are               Hockey 8s Festival (Legends Tournament); the Hockey Ladies for
introducing new food fare, including more vegetarian options.          wining the premier title of the National Indoor Hockey League
                                                                       for what is now three years in a row; and the SCC Gold and SCC
We have two action-packed months this September and October            Black for being the Round 2 winners and Bowl winners in the
and are excited to see the Club come together to enjoy, celebrate      Singapore Rugby Union Club 7s Series!
and party!
                                                                       At the same time, a round of applause for the tremendous effort
First up is the SCC Night Race 2019 happening in conjunction           put in by our SCC Lions in the SCA Premier Division Championship
with the Singapore Grand Prix from 20 – 22 September. Tickets          final match; our SCC Hawks in the National Netball League
started selling out very early on and now the SCC team is adding       Division 2 finals; and the SCC Tennis Ladies in the STA Inter Club
the final touches to preparations so you can enjoy a lavish            Doubles Knockout Tournament. We truly appreciate the hard
weekend of entertainment at the Clubhouse right in the centre          work of our SCC sportsmen and sportswomen in waving the SCC
of the F1 circuit.                                                     flag high!

In mid-October, SCC will come together to commemorate                  We hope you are all geared up for these next two months of
Singapore’s Bicentennial. From our vantage point on the Padang,        merriment at SCC – see you at the Club!
SCC has had a front row seat to our country’s key historical events
and watched modern Singapore’s growth around our Clubhouse.
And just as the Club and its Members have always played
prominent roles in Singapore’s development over the years, so          Sher Baljit Singh
now we are joining in the celebrations of Singapore Bicentennial.      President, Singapore Cricket Club

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CLUB NEWS

New Members’ Election Night
5 August 2019

Corporate Nominee

                                                                         Mr Kameel Vohra, Mr N Sreenivasan, Mr Matthew Quek,
 Ms Bernice Kwok          Mr Shee Tse Koon                                 GC Member Mr Anwar Gaffoor, Mr Neil Fitzmaurice,
                                                                                          Mr Kevin Cumbers

Ordinary (Transferable) Members

       Mr Victor
                           Mr Le Anatole           Mr Ranjan Lath
     Lee Soo Teck

                                                                    Mr Victor Lee Soo Teck, Deputy President Mr Matthew C. Streeton,
                                                                           Mr Ranjan Lath, Mrs Richa Lath, Mrs Amanda Storey,
                                                                                             Mr Alex C Storey

    Mr Vineet Mehra       Mr Matthew Quek         Mr Shankha Sen

      Mr Eric Sim         Mr Amit Sadana             Mr T H Soh

                                                                       Finance Member Mr Rangachari Raghavan, Mr Ranjan Lath,
                                                                                          Mr Amit Sadana

 Mr Kameel Vohra          Mr John Valvona

Term Member                        Sports Members
1. Mr Martin Aitchison             1. Mr Simran Gill
2. Mr Grant Dooley                 2. Mr J S O’Neill
3. Mr Neil Fitzmaurice             3. Mr Christian Stobbs
4. Mr Charles Macgregor            4. Mr Alex C Storey
5. Mr Damian Mcdonald
6. Ms Joanna Ossinger
7. Mr Arthur Schoof                                                    Mr Julien Elliott Reidy, GC Member Mr George V Abraham,
                                                                      Mr Damian Mcdonald, Mrs Debbie Mcdonald, Mr Grant Dooley

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CLUB NEWS

    Mr Le Anatole, Ms Liu Meng, Mr Nathan Govindasamy,            Mr Sandeep Sharma, Mr Vineet Mehra, Mr J S O’Neill,
      Ms Hsieh En Hsin, Mr Shee Tse Koon, Mr T H Soh,         Mr Harry David Lombe Taylor, Deputy President Mr Matthew C.
     President Mr Sher Baljit Singh, Mr Martin Aitchison              Streeton, Mr N Sreenivasan, Mr Matthew Quek

                                                                     Mdm Wong May May, Mrs Malgorzata Aitchison,
 GC Member Mrs Margaret Cunico, Mr Eric Sim, Mr Miheer Lall
                                                                    GC Member Mr George V Abraham, Mr Simran Gill

           Ms Joanna Ossinger, Mr Daniel Moss,
      GC Member Mr Anwar Gaffoor, Mrs Dipanjana Sen,          Mr Tom Young, GC Member Mr Ananda Kumar, Mr John Valvona
                    Mr Shankha Sen

Mdm Wong May May, Finance Member Mr Rangachari Raghavan,             Mr J S O’Neill, Mr Harry David Lombe Taylor,
                  Mr Charles Macgregor                           GC Member Mr George V Abraham, Mr Christian Stobbs

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                     OBITUARIES
               The Club records, with deep regret,
                  the passing of our Members.                   F ollow
                Our sincere condolences go out
                to the families of the departed.
                                                                        @
                                                     sin g a p o recri cke tcl ub
                                                     on Instag ram!

                      Mr Suppiah Pakrisamy

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                   Mr Thomas Wang Choon Ngak

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CLUB NEWS

Staff Training Programmes

Occupational First Aid Course
In order to ensure that the Club has trained
individuals who know how to render first
aid treatment during an emergency, the
staff were sent on a First Aid Course.

                                                                    F&B Training
                                                                    By Langford Hospitality Consultants
                                                                    A series of courses was organised to enhance
                                                                    and improve the service skills of our staff,
                                                                    better the management levels of our team
                                                                    leaders, and give our staff the opportunity
                                                                    to learn various selling techniques.

PDPA Refresher Course
Our Staff attended a PDPA refresher course
to review, reinforce and upgrade their
existing knowledge of the PDPA guidelines.

                                               “In appreciation for your dedicated
                                               service and Going the Extra Mile for
                                               our Members”

                                               Mollie Elizebath de Cruze
                                               Member Services Desk

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CLUB NEWS

Townhall, 26 June 2019
Staff Compliments
The Padang                                                    The Oval
Tristan Cha, Restaurant Manager                               Shang Linbin, Waitress
Albert Bugarin Calangian, Asst Restaurant Manager             Ng Kok Fong Jeffery, Food & Beverage Supervisor
David Low, Banquet Ops Manager                                Johnny Law Tek Chye, Senior Restaurant Manager
Jacob Geng Shengbo, Captain                                   Ahmad Bin Salim, Senior Waiter
Kesavadass P. Chandran, Banquet Operations Supervisor         Mohd Alias Bin Sukaimi, Assistant Restaurant Manager
Marco Chai Nyin Yoong, Senior Captain                         Bejay Villafuerte Ponce, F&B Supervisor
Noraini Binti Tukijo, Captain                                 Felix Zeng Fanbin, Assistant Restaurant Manager
                                                              Rumaizi Adha Bin Mokhtar, Captain
Victoria Room                                                 Dennis Ooi Yee Siang, Management Trainee
Leong Weng Chun, Senior Captain                               Perreras Jennifer Trinidad, F&B Supervisor
Xia Xue, Senior Captain                                       Tan Kuan Chye, Assistant Restaurant Manager
                                                              Apple Chang Phei Phei, Senior Waitress
Men’s Bar
                                                              The Main Lounge / Stumps Bar
Lim Moh Koon, Bar Captain
                                                              Marimuthu A/L Vikenasenan, Bar Supervisor, Stumps Bar
Membership Department                                         Leonard Beh Chian Kit, Bar Captain, Stumps
                                                              Yap Sin Wai Stephy, Senior Waitress, Main Lounge
Jeny, Senior Membership Executive                             Salvador Mary Chel Pepito, Food & Beverage Supervisor, Main Lounge
Serene Chew, Senior Membership Executive                      Muhammad Razi Bin Ramli, Senior Bar Captain, Stumps
Membership Services Desk                                      Padang Kitchen
Rosnah Bte Omar, Members Services Assistant                   Jason Foong Fuh Jen, Junior Sous Chef

                                                  Long Service Award

     Kabilan Thangavellu              Januri Bin Mohd Yunos            Thai Kai Leong              Angeles Jordan Maningas
         Bar Captain,                     Groundsman,                  Cricket Curator/             Maintenance Technician,
         Main Lounge                          Sports                 Groundsman, Sports            Property & Housekeeping
      45 years of Service               40 Years of Service           10 Years of Service              5 Years of Service

                       2nd Quarter Outstanding Employee Recognition Awards 2019

             Louis Neubronner                            Kenn Lee                           Angeles Jordan Maningas
          Catering Sales Executive,                  Management Trainee,                     Maintenance Technician,
                 Operations                             F&B Stumps                          Property & Housekeeping

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FEATURE

In Conversation with:

   Daisy
        Irani
  Television, theatre and film actress, director and producer –
  Daisy Irani is a familiar face in Singapore. During her time with
  Mediacorp, she produced and directed numerous iconic comedy,
  drama and documentary series and garnered more than 20
  awards at the New York Festivals and the Asian Television Awards;
  she also launched the Okto channel and restructured Vasantham.

  These days, Daisy devotes more of her time to the stage and HuM
  Theatre, a non-profit organisation of which she is creative director
  and co-founder. She has also been a juror for the International
  Emmy Awards for the last several years.

  Daisy is a Member of the SCC Marketing & Communications
  Subcommittee.
                                                                                                                          Photo credit: India se

What about Singapore excites you?                                       A very close second is the terrace outside Stumps. For me that’s
                                                                        more like, quiet time in a crowded setting. A slight breeze blowing,
Singapore is my country. Its past, its present and its future excites   beginning of the magic hour, the palette of different colours in the
me in a way that drives my passion to tell stories about it. And        sky, the historic old buildings which house our theatres, a glass of
being successful at doing so, especially at reaching out to the         wine and those signature crunchy chips… Heaven !
phenomenally diverse cross-section of our citizens adds an extra
buzz to my excitement. Just a couple of days ago Senior Minister        What’s next for you?
Grace Fu presented HuM Theatre, a not for profit organization,
with the Champion of National Integration Award - a recognition         Listening to a wife talk about her husband is always interesting,
that, what we do as a theatre group is bring people together.           provocative and gossipy. Our upcoming production this October,
I thought that was awesome.                                             “Being Mrs. Gandhi” is just that. It’s a play about a “simple” woman
                                                                        who is sucked into the maelstrom of political history by virtue of
How has the local theatre scene evolved over the last                   being married to its famous protagonist, Mohandas Karamchand
30 years?                                                               Gandhi. What we are treated to is a perspective of Gandhi from
                                                                        the best vantage point ever possible, that of his wife. But having
Oh my God, like everything about Singapore! By leaps and bounds!
                                                                        Kasturba tell it to you the way she saw her tumultuous life play out,
Like the Singapore cricket team, the theatre scene has graduated        speaks to the core strength of this remarkable woman.
from rank amateur status to a professionally organised business.
                                                                        Watch how she traces her steps out of the shadow of child marriage,
Creativity on all fronts — writing, direction, acting, set design,
                                                                        illiteracy and casteism to take on her man and his mission. And she
lighting & sound design — are cutting edge. The audiences are
                                                                        says it all with her entertaining blend of passion, common sense
travelled and learned and set a high bar in their expectations of
                                                                        and wry humour. She was “simple” yes, but she was never dull and
local productions. In turn, the local productions are stepping up to
                                                                        boring. Kasturba - more sexy, tough, empowered and funny than
the plate and delivering. Pretty neat, in my opinion.
                                                                        you think!

What are your hopes for Singapore’s future?                             PS: I am acting as Kasturba, so please come to watch and support
                                                                        your fellow SCC Member!
From a theatre perspective, I certainly hope for more daring, cutting
edge content but I also would like to see the cost of producing
                                                                        If you can only watch one play for the rest of your life,
drama go down so that quality theatre can become accessible and
                                                                        what would it be?
affordable to everybody.
                                                                        That is the most difficult question I have ever been asked!
From a life perspective, I hope that, in this selfishly rash and
                                                                        Watching just one play!? That would drive me cuckoo! It would
politically unpredictable world, we are able to keep our cool and
                                                                        be torturous for me. I love them all… Want to watch as many as I
emerge an even better country.
                                                                        can... Wherever in the world I am… Drama, comedy, musicals…
                                                                        It’s a never-ending feast!
Do you have a favourite spot in SCC; why do you like
it?

Unquestionably, The Oval!!!! Of course, the food is fabulous but
for me it has always felt like I am dining among friends - and that           For more information about Daisy’s upcoming play
includes both the fellow diners and the friendly serving staff!             “Being Mrs. Gandhi” and the promotional code she has
                                                                             specially arranged for SCC Members, turn to the next
It positively lifts my mood seeing all those smiling faces:)                                         page!

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FE ATURE

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FEATURE

       This year, Singapore commemorates the 200th anniversary of
    Sir Stamford Raffles’ arrival in Singapore, and the nation’s evolution
                  to the first-world powerhouse it is today.

  From its vantage point on the Padang, the Singapore Cricket Club (SCC)
  has been in the very centre of the country’s development, witnessing key
 moments in our history and watching modern Singapore build up around it.
And just as the Club and its Members have always played prominent roles in
Singapore’s growth through the years, now we are joining in the celebrations
                        of Singapore’s Bicentennial.

 Over two weeks, we will be embracing our past, exploring our heritage and
celebrating our diversity through a series of engaging events. This will be all
the more meaningful as we will also be raising funds for our adopted charity
          SportCares – the philanthropic arm of Sports Singapore.

 We invite your participation in our events and activities and thank you for
                                your support.

        Welcome to SCC’s Celebration of Singapore’s Bicentennial!

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            11 OCTOBER 2019, FRIDAY
        “Wines from the Commonwealth”
        Gourmet Dinner
        • Opening dinner by local celebrity chef Eric Teo.
        Venue: The Padang Restaurant
        Price: $108 Member / $128 Guest

        18 OCTOBER 2019, FRIDAY
 The Peranakan Fiesta
 • Peranakan Delights at The Oval & Verandah by local
   celebrity chef Raymond Khoo with live food stations                    20 OCTOBER 2019, SUNDAY
   and local night street stalls at The Courtyard.
 • Featuring live entertainment by The Peranakan                     SCC Family Day and Open House
   Voices Choir & Band at The Main Lounge.                           • With pony rides, “nostalgic” game stalls and other
                                                                       children’s activities.
                                                                     • “Antique Roadshow”-style appraisal with Hotlotz.
                                                                     • Recreating history: SCC Family Group photo-taking.
                                                                     • Club tours

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                                                                 26 OCTOBER 2019, SATURDAY
A Fiesta
       of Heritage                                                        Football Carnival
     and                                                                  • Football clinic with Chelsea
 New Beg                                                                    Football Club for children.
         innings                                                          Venue: Padang Field

               25 OCTOBER 2019, FRIDAY

     SCC Heritage Charity Ball
     • Gala dinner with UK celebrity chef Paul Askew
     • Raffle Draw, Charity auctions, etc.
     • Launch of SCC Private Reserve Gin, and charity auction of
       one bottle.
     • Featuring live entertainment by popular band “10 Seconds”
       until 1am.
     Venue: InterContinential Hotel
     Price: $295 Member / $325 Guest (tables of 10)

                                                                           23 OCTOBER 2019, WEDNESDAY
                                                                           SCC Comedy Night
                                                                           • An evening of stand-up comedy with three local
                                                                             comedians, including headliner Kavin Jay!
                                                                           • Evening includes dinner buffet.
                                                                           Venue: The Padang Restaurant
                                                                           Price: $98 Member / $108 Guest

           22 OCTOBER 2019, TUESDAY
               Ladies’ Luncheon
               • Lunch and Cooking Demonstration
                 with UK celebrity chef Paul Askew.
               Venue: The Padang Restaurant
               Price: $78 Member / $108 Guest

                                                Information stated is correct at time of printing and may be subjected to change.

 For more information and ticket sales, visit www.scc.org.sg/sccbicentennial now!

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                         o m e c o m i n g  f o r
                S C C  H
                          u l  A    s k e w !
                 Ch ef Pa

            Chef Askew with his son Harry.

With over three decades of experience working in the restaurant industry, Chef Paul Askew has a firm reputation as a
pioneer of excellent modern British cuisine, and he has become a stalwart of Liverpool’s burgeoning culinary scene,
helping the city to grow to become the gastronomic hub that it is now, and cementing him as one of the country’s most
popular chefs.
However, Chef Askew’s roots started in the Middle East and Asia – he moved to Dubai at 11, followed by Singapore,
with his family. And it was here that his fascination with good quality food and ingredients began after being exposed to
different cultures and foods – finding both cities centres of culinary excellence and diversity.
This October, the SCC welcomes Chef Askew home as he joins us in commemorating Singapore’s Bicentennial! Chef
Askew will be conducting a cooking demonstration during the Ladies’ Luncheon on 22 October and serving a luxurious
dining experience at the SCC Heritage Charity Ball on 25 October.

                                                                     You spent some of your childhood years growing
                                                                     up in Singapore and your parents were members
                                                                     of the Singapore Cricket Club. What are some of
                                                                     your fondest memories of your time in Singapore?
                                                                     Arriving in Singapore was a fantastic experience – the culture,
                                                                     the hustle & bustle, the warmth of the welcome from so many
                                                                     friendly people instantly made me feel at home. We lived in
                                                                     Kheam Hock Road, off Bukit Timah and Dunearn Road. I
                                                                     loved shopping in Holland Village and Orchard Road, the trips
                                                                     to Malaysia and Sentosa Island and, of course, there was no
                                                                     Marina Bay Sands then.

                                                                     Some of my favourite memories are visiting the Singapore
                                                                     Cricket Club for dinner with my mother and father, who
                                                                     would often entertain guests there, and mixing with its
                                                                     diverse community of members. In my younger days I also
                                                                     enjoyed going in for a game of squash or, more latterly,
                                                                     lawn bowls. I very much enjoyed visits with my Dad to
                                                                     Newton Circus to eat chilli crab and satay and drinking Anchor
                                                                     or Tiger Beer. The theatre, the food, the smells were just
Chef Askew’s parents at the Singapore Cricket Club.                  fabulous and so vibrant!

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FEATURE

How did your time in Singapore influence your love of
food and cooking?
Well I can honestly say that Singapore provided me with one of my first
and greatest inspirations to become a chef. I travelled with family from
very early on and was exposed to the markets and hawker centres of
Singapore which, with its vibrancy of colours and flavours, was literally
like being in Aladdin’s cave – it’s like the New York of Asia!

The freshness of the seafood, vegetables and meats, the experience
of having food cooked in front of you while you watch, the aromas,
the theatre of it all just made me want more and more. So, I guess my
fascination and obsession with great food and its presentation started
here (in Singapore). It gave me the starting platform to the restaurant
of my dreams at the age of 16 until when I opened The Art School five          Chef Askew’s parents entertaining guests at The Padang Restaurant.
years ago.

How would you describe your style of cooking?                                  Just as when I think of Singapore, I think of satay, chilli crab and
                                                                               chicken rice, I want my city to be known for its great seabass, lamb,
Two words: “Experimental” and “precise”. I love to find new ingredients        beef, asparagus and watercress etc. We have amazing ingredients
to include in my dishes and also to find new ways of using the much-           right on our doorstep, often overlooked, that I want local people to
loved locally sourced seasonal ingredients. Experimentation is part of         use, helping to cut down on air miles, carbon emissions and to
the creativity of being a chef and in inspiring others to do the same.         help maintain national and regional identity. All my suppliers are
I’m also incredibly precise in the dishes that come off the pass.              focussed on searching for the best local produce especially when
It’s common knowledge that Michelin visits restaurants looking for             each season brings its own sensational selection of fish, meat
consistency but when I am plating food to be set in front of guests            and vegetables.
in the restaurant I also have a very clear image in my mind of how
each plate should look to bring all of the elements together in perfect        What can our guests look forward to with the SCC Heritage
harmony every time. I think of it as edible art. I like to think that I have   Charity Ball menu that you are preparing?
more art than science in my food.                                              When I sit down to create a menu for such a special occasion I
                                                                               try to choose dishes and ingredients that are celebratory in their
                                                                               nature and fitting to the event. As chefs think of ingredients as crown
                                                                               jewels of what we do, I want to share my repertoire of flavours, colours
                                                                               and textures, and in this case, with some British colonial elements
                                                                               mixed with Singaporean highlights from the local markets.

                                                                               I used exactly the same approach when I cooked for Her Majesty
                                                                               The Queen, Condoleeza Rice and Quentin Tarantino. I cook from the
                                                                               heart and try to create memorable moments through the enjoyment
                                                                               and celebration of food. For me, this is a night to say “Majulah
                                                                               Singapura!” but with food, wine, conviviality, the heritage of a great
                                                                               city, an inspirational country and an amazing foodlovers’ heaven.

                                                                               Describe your favourite meal.
                                                                               I’m a diner of contrasts. I love simple, well cooked meals rather
                                                                               than elaborate food cooked badly but if I’m treating myself I would
                                                                               start with a glass of Charles Heidsieck Champagne (my favourite),
                                                                               then a turbot and lobster starter with a glass of Meursault, onto a
                                                                               venison Wellington and all the trimmings with a hearty Californian
                                                                               Ridge Monte Bello and then round the meal off with some Colston
Chef Askew getting ready for some bowling action at the Singapore              Basset Stilton with truffle honey and a glass of Dows ’66 port.
Cricket Club.

What is the one ingredient you cannot live without?
It’s hard to pick one single ingredient as I love and use so many, but             Onwards
I suppose the one I reach for first and use most often would be                    and Upwards
Maldon sea salt flakes. I have even packed some in my suitcase….
Haha!                                                                              Chef Askew’s debut book,
                                                                                   “Onwards and Upwards”
What do you wish people cooking at home would try                                  is part autobiographical,
more of?                                                                           documenting his early
I would love to see people be more adventurous & experimental and                  years in the industry
cook with more fish and shellfish at home. The UK, like Singapore, is              and the international
an island nation with a rich marine heritage and it is home to some of             experiences that shaped
the finest quality seafood around but currently export up to 90% of our            him, yet part gastronomic
stocks to mainland Europe. I think it’s such a shame when I see so many            & visual masterpiece,
of our native species being shipped out and not used on restaurant                 with 40 stunning complete
menus in the UK. Whenever people ask me this very question I urge
                                                                                   dishes from The Art School
them to buy local produce from markets and fishmongers.
                                                                                   Restaurant in Liverpool
With globalisation making ingredients very easily                                  where he is Chef Patron.
available across the globe, how has that impacted on
                                                                                   “Onwards and Upwards” will be available for sale
food trends?
                                                                                   during the SCC’s bicentennial celebratory events
Globalisation has had an incredible effect on food around the world                when you can meet Chef Askew to autograph your
and whilst I understand how valuable that facility can be I am a chef who
                                                                                   copies.
follows the seasons, looks to use produce with a local, fresh, quality-
assured stamp on it. I believe in creating a sense of place with identity.

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            DECONSTRUCTING …
               PERANAKAN
              BELT BUCKLES
                                                                                                  By: Matthew Elton

     These stunning 22 carat gold Peranakan belt buckles were made in Singapore between the 1930s and the 1950s. Worn
     by Peranakan women with a gold or silver belt, they were used to hold up their sarong which was traditionally worn
     with a kebaya.

                                                                         Typical of the time, one of the buckles features
                                                                         an intricately carved dragon and phoenix,
                                                                         motifs in Chinese mythology for marital
                                                                         harmony. They represent the yin (dragon) and
                                                                         yang (phoenix) balance essential for married
                                                                         life and were often commissioned as wedding
                                                                         gifts by wealthier Peranakan families.

                                                                         These days, belt buckles are heirlooms, passed
                                                                         down from grandmothers with the promise
                                                                         they will never be removed from the family.
                                                                         However, if these were to come to market,
                                                                         we would estimate the smaller version could
                                                                         achieve $8,000 – $10,000 and the larger
                                                                         $15,000 – $18,000.

                                      Matthew Elton is the
                                      founder and dynamic
                                      personality behind HotLotz
                                      Auction House. As Singapore’s
                                      only full-service auction house,
                                      HotLotz offers a simple solution
                                      for buyers and sellers alike. For more
                                      information download the HotLotz app or visit hotlotz.com.

           HotLotz are coming to the SCC Open House Fun Day!
             Have you got an item at home you’re curious about? Bring it down to the Victoria Room
            on Sunday 20th October from 11am to 5pm. The HotLotz team will be offering an ‘Antiques
                  Roadshow’ style appraisal if you would like to learn more about your items!
               To make an appointment, please email hello@hotlotz.com with your preferred time.

16   THE PADANG SEP / OCT 2019
REVIVE YOUR SENSES

                                                      Come alive in your new island home, where
                                                      white sandy beaches meet pristine blue waters.
                                                      Wake up to breathtaking views of the Indian
                                                      Ocean and dive into new adventures each day.
                                                      At sunset, unwind and dine to a new rhythm
                                                      with lush sounds at Café del Sol. Here, at the
                                                      newly unveiled The Residence Maldives at
                                                      Dhigurah – every day is a fresh new beat.

                                                      MOMENTS ENRICHED.

TUNIS | MAURITIUS | ZANZIBAR | MALDIVES | BINTAN   CENIZARO.COM/THERESIDENCE
FOOD & BEVERAGE

                                                      Spirits & Wines
                                                          PROMOTION OF THE MONTH

                  Two Hands Angel’s Share Shiraz 2018                                                            Kono Sauvignon Blanc 2018
                  McLaren Vale, Australia                                                                        Marlborough, New Zealand
                  Lifted notes of red jellies, blueberry, lavender & gentle                                      A brilliant pale green in the glass, this pure
                  accents of pepper with an overlay of Moroccan Spice.                                           and bright Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc has
                  Medium to full bodied in nature, gleaming with bright                                          a vibrant fruit driven nose bursting with citrus
                  primary fruits of red berry & blueberry accents. Acid is                                       and passionfruit. On the palate luscious flavours
                  bright and frames the fruit nicely giving good share and                                       of ripe tropical fruits and lifted herbaceous
                  vibrancy to the palate. Floral accents of lavender and                                         notes are finely balanced with zesty acidity, an
                  freshly cut flowers gives good palate complexity. Tannins                                      underlying minerality and just a hint of residual
                  are chalky in nature and provide great texture to frame the                                    sweetness. Juicy, crisp and fresh this wine leads
                  wine. The palate has great length and persistence in flavour.                                  to a long and dry, persistent finish.
                  Grape/Blend: Shiraz/Syrah                                                                      Grape/Blend: Sauvignon Blanc
                  $58.00 per bottle / $14.80 per glass                                                           $58.00 per bottle / $14.80 per glass

                  CYT TRIO Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2016                                                       CYT TRIO Reserva Chardonnay 2017
                  Chile                                                                                          Chile
                  Intense ruby red. Fresh red-fruit aromas, especially                                           Light golden yellow. Intense, delicious notes of
                  raspberries with pleasing yet subtle notes of                                                  fresh fruit such as white peach that combine
                  blackcurrant and chocolate. Red fruits and spices                                              perfectly with a light touch of citrus. Tremendous
                  lead way to silky tannins and good balance. Ideal                                              balance of fruit and oak with bright acidity
                  with roasted red meats and aged cheeses.                                                       leading to a mild nish on the palate.
                  Grape/Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon                                                                Grape/Blend: Chardonnay
                  $48.00 per bottle / $11.80 per glass                                                           $48.00 per bottle / $11.80 per glass

                                                       SAVE                                                                        SAVE
                                                      $30.00                                                                      $60.00

                                                   Dewar’s 15YO                                                               Glenlivet 18YO
                                                  $115.00 per bottle                                                          $238.00 per bottle
                                                  (Usual Price: $145.00)                                                      (Usual Price: $298.00)

                         No limit on purchase. Storage of bottles capped at 2 bottles per month, per purchase, due to storage limitations.

                                 F&B Promotions
  Mondays                                                     Wednesdays
Cocktail Craze                                              Black Mussels Promotion
Enjoy 2 Cocktails* at special prices.                       Black Mussels with White Wine Sauce             $15.80
Snow Ball                  $12.00                           and Garlic Bread
Screwdriver                $12.00
Spritzer                   $16.00                           Black Mussels with Saffron Cream Sauce $15.80
Jägerbomb                  $16.00                           and Garlic Bread

Available all day across all outlets.                       Available from 6pm onwards,
*Applicable to same cocktail only.                          every Wednesday across all outlets.

  Fridays
Spark and Shuck Bundle!                                     The above promotions are not valid during major
Prosecco and Oyster promotion – $70.00                      Club events and on the eve of Public Holidays.
Bottega – Prosecco Millesimato Brut                         Not applicable for banquet and private functions.
Freshly shucked Oysters (A dozen)
( Usual Price $79.00 )
From 6.30pm onwards, while stocks last.
18   THE at
Available PADANG   SEP &/ OCT
            Main Lounge       2019
                          Stumps.
FO O D & B EVERAG E

         Chef Arfin’s                                                   Oval Daily Specials
                                                                                        September/October 2019
                    S P E C I A L S

                Fridays, 6.30pm onwards
                     The Courtyard

 September
 6 September
 Indian Mee Goreng
 $8.80 (regular), $10.80 (large)

 13 September
 Combo Mutton & Chicken Biryani
 $15.80

 27 September
 Kambing Soup
 $8.80 (regular), $10.80 (large)

                                                                                                                                   SCC Fish Moolie

 October
                                                                  September                              October
 4 October
 Plain Thosai                                                     Monday 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 September      Monday 7, 14, 21 October
 served with Sambal Gravy                                         Chicken Biryani, or                    Mutton Biryani, or
 and Trio Chutney $5.80                                           Oven-roasted Striploin with            Braised Duck Leg with Orange
                                                                  Vegetables and Potatoes, or            Sauce, Vegetables and Potatoes, or
 Masala Thosai                                                    Pink Leg Prawn Noodle Soup             Pink Leg Prawn Noodle Soup
 served with Sambal Gravy                                         with Fresh Clams                       with Fresh Clams
 and Trio Chutney $9.80
                                                                  Tuesday 3, 10, 17, 24 September        Tuesday 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 October
 11 October                                                       SCC Laksa, or                          SCC Laksa, or
 Indian Mee Goreng                                                Pan-fried Seabass Fillet with          Pan-fried Seabass Fillet with Lemon Dill
 $8.80 (regular), $10.80 (large)                                  Lemon Dill Sauce, Vegetables           Sauce, Vegetables and Potatoes, or
                                                                  and Potatoes, or                       Chicken Tikka with Mint Chutney,
 18 October                                                       Chicken Tikka with Mint Chutney,       Mixed Vegetables and Naan Bread
 Soto Ayam                                                        Mixed Vegetables and Naan Bread
 $8.80 (regular), $10.80 (large)                                                                         Wednesday 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 October
                                                                  Wednesday 4, 11, 18, 25 September      SCC Chicken & Egg Curry
 25 October                                                       SCC Chicken & Egg Curry                with Steamed Rice, or
 Kambing Soup                                                     with Steamed Rice, or                  Grilled Dory Fish with Vegetables
 $8.80 (regular), $10.80 (large)                                  Roast Leg of Lamb with Vegetables      and Potatoes, or
                                                                  and Potatoes, or                       Fish Biryani
                                                                  Fish Biryani
                                                                                                         Thursday 3, 10 17, 24, 31 October

Cake
OF THE MONTH
                                                    $47
                                                   per kg
                                                                  Thursday 5, 12, 19, 26 September
                                                                  SCC Chicken Rice, or
                                                                  Baked Salmon with Vegetables
                                                                                                         SCC Chicken Rice, or
                                                                                                         Baked Salmon with Vegetables
                                                                                                         and Potatoes, or
                                                                  and Potatoes, or                       SCC Chicken Masala with Basmati
                                                                  SCC Chicken Masala with Basmati        Rice and Mixed Vegetables
                                                                  Rice and Mixed Vegetables
                                                                                                         Friday 4, 11, 18, 25 October
                                                                  Friday 6, 13, 27 September             Fish Moolie with Steamed Rice, or
                                                                  Fish Moolie with Steamed Rice, or      Breaded Pork Loin with Vegetables,
                                                                  Grilled Chicken Chop with Vegetables   Apple Chutney and Cheese Cream
                                                                  and Potatoes, or                       Sauce, or
                                                                  Dal Makhani and Vegetable Curry        Dal Makhani and Vegetable Curry
                                                                  with Tandoori Roti                     with Tandoori Roti

                                                                  Saturday 7, 14, 28 September           Saturday 5, 12, 19, 26 October
                                                                  SCC Laksa, or                          SCC Laksa, or
                                                                  SCC Chicken Rice, or                   SCC Chicken Rice, or
                                                                  Chicken Biryani                        Mutton Biryani

            Yuzu Bergamot Custard Mousse                          Sunday 1, 8, 15, 29 September          Sunday 6, 13, 20 October
      with Pistachio Cremeux & Coconut Crumble                    Mutton Biryani                         Chicken Biryani

Visit The Oval & Verandah or call 6338 9271 Ext: 373 to place a              Public Holiday – Only SCC Laksa will be served at
cake order for your special occasion or birthday celebration!           The Oval & Verandah for daily Set Lunch on 27 & 28 October.

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FOOD & BEVERAGE

                                  Dinner Specials
                                      AT THE OVAL & VERANDAH

     September
      Special

                                                           October
Pan Seared Barramundi Fillet with Shimeji                  Special
Mushrooms, Root Vegetables and Dill Cream Sauce
$26.80
                                                        Char Grilled T-bone Steak with
                                                        Sautéed Provencal Vegetable
                                                        $29.80

                                                           October
                                                           Special
     September
      Special
                                                        Barbecue Mango Duck
                                                        with Glazed Fragrant Herb
Penang Fried Kuay Teow                                  $21.80
$10.80

                                                           October
                                                           Special

                                                        Kerala Lamb Shank
                                                        served with Butter Naan
                                                        $19.80

     September
      Special

Duck Confit Pizza
$16.80

                                                                                    All photos are for illustration only.
20    THE PADANG SEP / OCT 2019                                                            Actual products may vary.
C a lend a r

     Monday                   Tuesday               Wednesday                Thursday                   Friday                    Saturday                    Sunday
Cocktail Craze!     30                                                                                                                                                         1
Every Monday

                                                            September
Available All Day
at All Outlets

                    2    Quiz Night           3                      4                       5    Chef Arfin’s         6                            7    Sunday Kids Corner 8
                         Men’s Bar                                                                Specialties                                            The Gilmour Room
                         7.30pm                                                                   Every Friday, 6.30pm                                   12pm – 3pm
                                                                                                  Spark & Shuck!                                         Movie Screening
                                                                                                  All Outlets except
                                                                                                  The Padang Restaurant
                                                                                                  Every Friday
                                                                                                  6.30pm

                     9   Breakfast           10                    11                       12    Hawker Fare         13      Satay                 14                     15
                         The Oval & Verandah                                                      The Courtyard               The Courtyard
                         Available Daily                                                          Selected Fridays            Every Friday
                         8am – 10.30am                                                            6.30pm                      & Saturday
                                                                                                                              6.30pm – 10pm

Carvery Lunch       16                       17   Black Mussels    18                       19
Main Lounge                                       Promotion!
                                                                                                                               Race the Heat
                                                                                                          SCC20.21NIGHT
                                                                                                                   .22 SEP RACE
Available                                         Every Wednesdays
on Weekdays                                       Available at All

                                                                                                                                               2019
12pm – 2.30pm                                     Outlets
                                                  6pm

                    23                       24                    25    High Tea            26   Hawker Fare         27      Saturday Buzz       28     Sunday Brunch     29
                                                                         The Oval & Verandah      The Courtyard               from the Bar               The Padang
                                                                         and Main Lounge          Selected Fridays            Main Lounge                Restaurant
                                                                         Available Daily          6.30pm                      Every Saturday             Every Sunday
                                                                         3pm – 5pm                                            8.15pm onwards             12pm – 2.30pm
                                                                                                                              Our resident band –
                                                                                                                              That’s Life

      Monday                  Tuesday               Wednesday                Thursday                   Friday                    Saturday                    Sunday
                         Quiz Night           1                      2                       3    Chef Arfin’s            4   Saturday Buzz          5   Sunday Kids Corner 6
                         Men’s Bar                                                                Specialties                 from the Bar               The Gilmour Room
                         7.30pm                                                                   Every Friday                Main Lounge                12pm – 3pm
                                                                                                  6.30pm                      Every Saturday             Crown and Tiara Craft
                                                                                                                              8.15pm onwards
                                                                                                                              Our resident band –
                                                                                                                              That’s Life

                     7   Breakfast           8                       9   High Tea           10    Hawker Fare         11                            12                     13
                         The Oval & Verandah                             The Oval & Verandah      The Courtyard
                         Available Daily                                 and Main Lounge          Selected Fridays
                         8am – 10.30am                                   Available Daily          6.30pm
                                                                         3pm – 5pm

                    14                       15   Black Mussels    16                       17    Spark & Shuck!      18      Satay                 19   Sunday Brunch     20
                                                  Promotion!                                      All Outlets except          The Courtyard              The Padang
                                                  Every Wednesdays                                The Padang Restaurant       Every Friday               Restaurant
                                                  Available at All                                Every Friday                & Saturday                 Every Sunday
                                                  Outlets                                         6.30pm                      6.30pm – 10pm              12pm – 2.30pm
                                                  6pm

Cocktail Craze!     21                       22                    23                       24    Hawker Fare         25                            26
Every Monday                                                                                      The Courtyard                                                           27
Available All Day                 SCC Celebrates Singapore’s Bicentennial                         Selected Fridays
at All Outlets                                                                                    6.30pm
                                           11 – 26 October 2019
                                         See pages 11 – 13 for more information

                                                                                                                                                           DEEPAVALI
                    28   Carvery Lunch       29                    30                       31                                                                             30
                         Main Lounge

                                                                                                                                    October
                         Available
                         on Weekdays
                         12pm – 2.30pm

                                                                                                                                       SEP / OCT 2019 THE PADANG           21
30 Sept – 6 Oct 2019
                         F & B Specials
      Roasted Pork Knuckle with               Oktober Sausages, Nurberger
  Braised Cabbage, New Potatoes,              Pork Bratwurst and Blockwurst
Pickled Onions, Gherkin, and Mustard           with Sauerkraut and Mustard

            $22.80                                    $18.80

               1 for 1 Erdinger Beer
            330ml $8.90 | 500ml $12.90
                               Available at

                STU         PS
10 th SCC WINE & GOURMET SERIES

Proudly presented by:                Argentinian
                                  Wine Pairing Dinner
                        Featuring wines from prestigious Argentinian winery, Bodegas Salentein

                Date    Friday, 27 September 2019 •               Welcome Drink     7.00pm – 7.30pm
                            Member $108 per person •              Guest       $128 per person

Pre-Dinner Reception                                            Born in Buenos Aires City. Matias’ passion
Salentein Portillo Chardonnay 2016                              for wine led him to graduate level 3 at the
                                                                WSET in 2011.

5-Course Set Dinner Menu                                        He started out at Bodegas Salentein,
                                                                one of the most premium wineries in the
Smoked Salmon Carpaccio
                                                                Argentinian market and the 6th largest
Apple, horseradish, capers, avocado
                                                                wine exporter from Argentina, in 2001 as a
Salentein Portillo Chardonnay 2016
                                                                Marketing Assistant.

Duck Ravioli                                                    Today, as a member of Salentein’s
Potato cream, mandarin gel, ginger foam, truffle                Management Team, he is the head of
Salentein Barrel Selection Chardonnay 2016                      Marketing & PR for luxury brands (Salentein, Alyda Sparkling and
                                                                Pyros Wines) globally and is also part of the R&D team actively
Ocean Trout                                                     participating with Winemakers and Agronomists regarding
                                                                innovations and trends in wine, Terroir and business sustainability.
Confit trout, little neck clams, scallop, lobster emulsion
Salentein Single Vineyard Pinot Noir 2013
                                                                Description                               Special     Recommended
                                                                                                        Take-Away $       Price $
Beef
Truffle mash, kale, horseradish emulsion                        Salentein Portillo Chardonnay 2016        $35.00         $55.00
Salentein Barrel Selection Cabernet Sauvignon 2015
                                                                Salentein Barrel Selection                $48.00         $68.00
                                                                Chardonnay 2016
Burnt Butter Sponge
Crème anglaise, vanilla ice cream, rhubab                       Salentein Single Vineyard                 $65.00          85.00
                                                                Pinot Noir 2013

Freshly Brewed Coffee or Tea                                    Salentein Barrel Selection                $52.00         $70.00
Petit Fours                                                     Cabernet Sauvignon 2015

          Call 6338 9271 for reservations. Limited Seating. Reservations are based on first-come-first-served basis.
               40% is chargeable for cancellations after Monday, 23 September 2019 and 100% for no show.
TAX STRATEGY AND PLANNING
                                             FOR RETURNING TO THE UK
              For those considering an eventual or imminent return to the UK, consideration of the tax
          implications compared to the Singapore tax environment is important. After enjoying low-income
            tax on earnings, no tax on investment income and no National Insurance deductions, moving
            back to a high tax jurisdiction like the UK can often end up being a shock and a huge setback.
              However, with a little care and planning, the UK can actually be surprisingly tax-efficient.
                 The British Chamber of Commerce and Select Investors, a Division of St. James’s Place
             (Singapore) Private Limited, invites you to join this special presentation from Martin Rimmer,
                 Head of Tax for Select Investors, where guests will be educated on the main issues and
              planning opportunities which will make a real difference in your UK repatriation. The event
                  will also be valuable to non-British nationals who are considering a move to the UK.
                        Hosted at the Singapore Cricket Club, we would be delighted if you could join us
                       and we encourage the invite to be shared with others who would also like to attend.

                                       TUESDAY, 3 SEPTEMBER 2019
                        Registration with drinks and canapés at 6:30pm and presentation will commence at 7:00pm.
         Gilmour Room, Level 2, Singapore Cricket Club, Connaught Drive, Singapore 179681
                                      The levels and bases of taxation and reliefs from taxation can change
                                          at any time and are dependent on individual circumstances.

                                                                In partnership with

                                                                  RSVP to confirm your attendance:
                                                                     select.investors@sjpp.asia

 The ‘St. James’s Place Partnership’ and the titles ‘Partner’ and ‘Partner Practice’ are marketing terms used to describe St. James’s Place representatives. Members of the St. James’s Place Partnership in
Singapore represent St. James’s Place (Singapore) Private Limited, which is part of the St. James’s Place Wealth Management Group, is regulated by the Monetary Authority of Singapore and is a member
       of the Association of Financial Advisors (Singapore). Company Registration No. 200406398R. Financial Adviser’s Licence No. FA100026. St. James’s Place Wealth Management Group Ltd
                     Registered Office: St. James’s Place House, 1 Tetbury Road, Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 1FP, United Kingdom. Registered in England Number 02627518.
R E C E NT EVENTS

SCC Wine & Gourmet Dinners – June and July 2019
                                 The 8th and 9th SCC Wine & Gourmet Series featured a
                                 medley of wines from South America’s leading wine
                                 producer, Vina Concha y Toro and the French region
                                 of Burgundy. Members and guests spent enjoyable
                                 evenings experiencing some of the best bottles that
                                 Chile and France have to offer. Held on 28 June and
                                 26 July respectively, the specially curated wine lists
                                 were complemented with exquisite 5 course meals
                                 prepared by our skilled culinary team at The Padang.
                                 The event was proudly presented by SCC in partnership
                                 with St. James’s Place Wealth Management.

Look Who’s Cooking
14 July 2019
Chef Vik from The Padang Restaurant showed our Members and guests
how to prepare a three course meal that was not only healthy, but also fit
for a king.

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SCC Family Fiesta
On 29 June 2019, the SCC Dempsey Field
was bustling with activity from the SCC
Family Fiesta. From bouncy castles and face
painting booths, to archery tag sessions
and free coaching trials by Chelsea FC
IDC, both the kids and the adults had an
enjoyable time experiencing SCC.

Chelsea
Football Camp
23 – 25 July 2019

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National Day 2019 @ SCC
The Club celebrated Singapore’s 54th birthday with an afternoon of activities for the kids, followed by some traditional hawker fare and a Lion City
Buffet at The Padang Restaurant. The day was completed with magnificent views of the NDP 2019 highlights.

                            Quiz Night
                                                              s
             Congratulation
                                                        on!
                                    of the July editi
                    to the Winner

                                                                                      July Winner – The Undecided

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Archery Course
SCC organised a basic archery course that
was held at the SCC Dempsey field from
17 – 19 July 2019.
In response to the enthusiastic turnout,
we will be holding regular sessions in the
future. For more information, please contact
Ms. Wendy Foo at wendy.foo@scc.org.sg.

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                                                          Time: 12pm
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                                                                                                                      Activities are subject to change without prior notice.

                           For more information and reservation, please contact Members’ Services Desk at scc@scc.org.sg Tel: 63389271
                                   RSVP required; limited slots available. Registration is based on a first-come-first-served basis.

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                  Balut                  Convenor: Sunita Kapoor | Article by: Cindy Raman

BALUT SECTION 2018/19 AGM
The Balut Section held its AGM on the 21st of May 2019,
at the Gilmour Room. The turnout was impressive and included
guests like Sher Baljit Singh (President), Mathew Streeton
(Deputy President), Martin Goerjojo (Chairman GCB) and
Sean Boyle (GM).
The outgoing Convenor Tony Fisher presented the report on the
Section’s previous year’s activities. The highlight of the evening
was the election of a new committee.
After all the formalities were concluded, Section Members enjoyed
some “makan kechil” followed by another exceptional in-house
event. Our many thanks to the outgoing committee for their
dedication and hard work!

IN-HOUSE BALUT EVENTS                                                     The new Balut Section Committee consists of Convenor Sunita
                                                                          Kapoor; Secretary Cindy Raman; Treasurer Mohan Dadlani;
TUESDAY, 11TH JUNE                                                        Committee Members Soma Devi & Tony Fisher; Captain Raj
An excellent turnout, with Foo Yong taking the honors with 637            Kumar.
points. Second and third places went to A N Balagopal, 625 points
and Anwar with 618 points.

TUESDAY 9TH JULY
Not only did Alice Jiang win the top prize with 669 points, she also
had the top individual score of 148. Keeping it in the family, Else
and Rolf took second and third place with 656 and 626 points.

INTERSECTION POOL & SNOOKER
TOURNMENT
The Balut Section sent a team to the Intersectional tournament
held on Sat the 8th of June 2019. Unfortunately, we realized the
Balut Section needs a lot more practice, but fun was had by all.
Thank you Billiards & Snooker Section for a fun-filled Saturday.

INTER-CLUB LEAGUE TOURNMENT                                               From left: 11th June in-house Balut event - Foo Yong with Convenor
                                                                          Sunita Kapoor & Captain Raj Kumar; Intersection Pool & Snooker
On the 19th of June SCC sent 5 teams for the inter-club league            Tournament: Jasmine Fisher and Mohan Dadlani planning their
games held at SRC by EA.                                                  next move.

Our teams did not fair too well and the top prizes went to IA and
Tanglin Club.

SCC hosted the next inter-club league game on the 17th of July.
The Padang Restaurant was transformed into a “Balut Den” so
as to accommodate 76 players from a total of 19 teams. Our
resident “master of the dice”, Raj Kumar walked away with the top
individual prize with 682 points. SRC Team 3 achieved first place
with a total of 2472 points.

At the Inter-Club at the Padang, we were grateful to GCB Martin
for agreeing to attend and graciously present the prizes.

The Next League Games will be held as follows:-

•    21st Aug (NUSS)
                                                                          From top, clockwise: SRC Team 3;
•    18th Sep (Indian Association)                                        Master of the Dice Raj Kumar.
•    16th Oct (Tanglin Club)
                                                                          hosted by the Kota Kinabalu Club
TOURS                                                                     on the 22nd & 23rd of Nov 2019.
14 participants are all geared up for the 5th Invitational Balut Inter-
                                                                          Note: The next Saturday afternoon
Club Competition to be held in Kuching by the Sarawak Club on
                                                                          event will be held on the 24th Aug,
the 13 & 14th of September. Good luck teams!
                                                                          and the Pot Games will be held
Preparations are well under way for the keenly anticipated trip to        at SCC on Saturday the 28th of
Kota Kinabalu for the 39th Chivas Regal Interport Competition             September 2019.

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                  Billiards                       Convenor: David Yim | Article by: David Yim

Peter covering the basics with Past President Mohan Bhojwani, AK and Bak Choon (Captain) watching.

BILLIARDS & SNOOKER CLINIC BY PETER GILCHRIST
Wednesday, 3rd July, 6pm - SCC Men’s Bar
Our Billiard’s & Snooker Section Members were treated to a fun night with Peter
Gilchrist, the current World No 1 ranked Billiards Professional (WPBSA: World
Professional Billiards and Snooker Association) at the Men’s Bar. Following requests
from several Section Members for clinics and coaching, we organised this event as
a trial to see the response from Section Members who are looking to improve their
basic skills.

Peter was entertaining and covered the basics of Billiards and Snooker. Topics
included: the stance, how to how to cue consistently, types of cues, basic Billiards
shots and some trick shots.

We also combined the evening with a celebration for our SCC Division 5 players who
won the National League earlier this year.

The turnout was good and we wish to thank Peter for taking time out to do this for the
Club and Section.

We look forward to organising more social nights In September and November.

From top, clockwise: David Yim (Convenor) getting some tips from Peter; Thomas Mummert listening intensely to Peter; Jason Teo having a go!

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                  Bridge                       Convenor: Patricia Jasudasen | Article by: Lord Firoz Khimji (Lord of Glencoe)

The busy second quarter of our annual bridge calendar arrived with a bang, and just as soon, abated into “low tide” towards the third
quarter, capped by a rather colourful 90th. birthday (yep, 90th.!) bash for our evergreen Mr. Purush. Enjoy reading all about it ... and
“blitzing” away, as usual ... !

KUCHING BRIDGE CONGRESS                                                              UPCOMING EVENTS
(Kuching, 5th - 7th July)                                                            1.    National Day Celebration
2 of our Members participated, Chan King Fook and partner, Edith                           Game
Somogyi and partner.                                                                       (Gilmour Room, Monday
                                                                                           19th. August)
                                                                                     2.    Dr. Modi Open Pairs
VARIOUS OTHER TOURNAMENTS: OPEN                                                            Tournament
PAIRS/ TEAMS                                                                               (The Padang, Saturday
•       Keppel Club : Sunday, 14 July                                                      31st August)
•       SRC            : Sunday, 28 July                                             3.    Bridge Section AGM
                                                                                           (Victoria / Gilmour Room,
•       CSC            : Sunday, 4 August                                                  Monday, 16th. September)
                                                                                     4.    POT Games
90th BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION OF PURUSH                                                        (SCC, Saturday 28th.
(A PURUSHOTHAMAN)                                                                          September)
                                                                                           SCC hosts the Tanglin
(Gilmour Room, Monday 22nd July; Note actual birthday was                                  Club this time around.
23rd July)
                                                                                     All results to be announced
The SCC Bridge Section is proud to wish Purush a grand (young)                       next issue.
90th. ... and counting ... !
The evergreen Purush and his huge (reddish) 90th. cake courtesy SCC Bridge, accompanied with Prosecco for the "A" Team, courtesy
Purush.

    Bridge Tit-bitz:
    *I’d like a review of the bidding with all of the original inflections.
    (George Kaufman)
    *My partner is 20 years behind the times. he still thinks you need
    high cards to bid.
    *Know the difference between a serial killer and a bridge partner?
    Answer: You can reason with the serial killer.
    *A lady who travels the world and hasn’t played any duplicate in
    the U.S and is carrying around all kinds of foreign currency, makes
    an illegal comment during the bidding and the director fines her 3
    IMPs. She says: “O.K, but what’s the conversion rate?”
    “Honey, you are playing worse from day by day but today you are
    playing like it was tomorrow”... !
    *When dummy’s cards came down, declarer asked “where is the
    hand you had during the bidding?!?”
    *Learning she was going to have twins, the bridge playing wife said,
    “That’s just like my husband. Doubling me when I’m vulnerable!”

Catch you all in our year-end, Nov. / Dec. issue ... and meantime, have a blast bridging those gaps (pardon the pun) ... !

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