5 Things I Like About 29Rooms: Lost and Found

Hi Huneybees,

Get ready to up your selfie game and immerse into the most creative playground as 29Rooms: Lost and Found begins tomorrow. Hailing from Brooklyn, New York, this will be the It space for all IG and Tik Tok aficionados. So get your camera gear ready, and gather your partners and BFFs for this fun-filled experience at Gardens by the Bay.

Debuted in 2015 in New York, 29Rooms is the creation of the digital publication platform Refinery29 and its parent company Vice Media. The event has seen the likes of Lizzo and Emma Roberts curating immersive experiences at earlier editions and this is the first time the event has stepped out of the US.

As the name suggests, there are 29 rooms, each with a unique theme and setup for you to experience. Covering a massive area of 4,500 m sq, the Singapore edition features local and international artists, these rooms are not just about looking good for selfie shots, but are also interactive thought invoking too!

1) Mysterious sets the mood

Stepping into the first room, a dark forest will be greeting you. A strong spotlight at the end beckons to you and as you walk through this "prepping" space with the scent of bergamot and sandalwood, several questions on the wall might trigger certain thoughts and emotions.

2) Are Our Lives Too Monochromatic?

The main attraction of the exhibition is Merry-Go-Round, a themed room exclusive to Singapore. In it are 6 different time-stamped monochromatic spaces in which the average Singaporean sits throughout the day: public transport, office chairs, coffee shops, living rooms, toilets, and bedrooms. It makes me wonder if my life is too average?

3) Celebrity Experience

Take a break from the bright colours and step into the Billie Eilish room. Inspired by her perfume - Eilish No.2, the whole room is dimly lit and draped in gold, with a gold bust (just like the fragrance bottle) set in the back of the room. The room is all about a sensory experience with projections of her playing on the translucent fabrics hung from the ceiling and whiffs of her perfume (notes of sugared petals, vanilla, mandarin, red berries, and cocoa) filling the room. It's as though I stepped into a luxurious spa.

Note: Try spotting the hidden room where you can get a 360-degree selfie of yourself, like those taken on the red carpets of award shows.

4) Travel around Asia in minutes

Hop between countries in a matter of minutes? Why not! In the Samsung room, stroll through Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, South Korea, etc, and get your vids/pics taken with their latest S23 phones. Not only do you get to brag about it, but you also get to experience what their latest Nightography technology is all about.

5) Interactivity

Hands-on activities can be found across a few rooms - feel like an 8-year-old again and doodle or write a diary entry in the "Dora's Diary" room, print transfer a t-shirt to bring home in the "Flag Your Goals" room, or simply break the rules and make a mess of a room in the "Paint Over Your Mess" room, draw whatever you like, write whatever you want! 

And when you get tired, why not enjoy a coffee with a friend or even a stranger on the seesaw tables in the "Nice to Meet You" cafe or crash a flat party and sip on 3 cocktails made with Monkey Shoulder whisky.

If not, step into the Tiger Beer’s X Room (an 800 sq. m. standalone addition to the 29Rooms’ funhouse that's ticketed separately), where you can grab a free beer and enjoy DJ music acts, dance in the silent disco, enjoy some workshops activities, and even grab some bites as there will be some restaurant pop-ups! More details on the 29rooms website.

There’s just simply so much to experience 29Rooms and I don't want to spoil the magic for you, head on over and check it out yourself. Can't wait to see your pics/vids across on social media platforms!

Timing and ticket

Admission: Tue-Thu $35/adult | Fri-Sun $48/adult

Date: 10th February – 16th April 2023

Time: Tue-Sun 10am-10.30pm (Closed on Mondays & Tuesdays)

Venue: Gardens by the Bay, 18 Marina Gardens Drive, Singapore 018953

Info: 29Rooms website

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Make Your Choice : Black Or White ?

Hi Huneybees,

The tiger has once again been uncaged unexpectedly, and this time round, it's either Black Or White!
Please do not be alarmed as I am referring to Singapore's first locally brewed beer - Tiger Beer! *ROAR*

Unveiled to an excited crowd in a wild street party at Holland Village recently, Tiger Beer gave us two new refreshing flavors - Tiger Black and Tiger White - to its list of world class lager selection.

While the Tiger Black may look like a stout in appearance, it is actually less bitter and dry, thanks to the black rice - a rare commodity once served only to the royalty - used to brew this new creation.
Tiger White, on the other hand, looks like just another pale-lager except that the cloudy wheat beer provides a light crisp refreshing experience with a hint taste of coriander, cloves and citrus with an all-round refreshing finish, reminds me of drinking a cider with a lot more complexity or depth.

Personally, I prefer the Tiger Black as the taste started off with a dark toffee taste on my taste bud that eventually led to a dry alcoholic finish, just like Tiger Beer quoted ‘Be Bold’. It was evident to see most people shared my humble opinion as the Tiger Black often disappeared in seconds (no kidding...) the moment 2 buckets of both choices were delivered to my table.

Do try these new creations from Tiger today and let me know your experience and your pick between the two. Remember to drink responsibly. #UncageTheUnexpected

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Enjoy Christmas With The All New Tiger Radler Mandarin Orange

Hi Huneybees,

The weekends are always my favourite time, coz I have hubby to myself for 2 whole days before he disappear for work again. Saturdays and Sundays are our couple time as well as friends time, so drinks are definitely something we won't be missing.

Thanks to Tiger Beer for the timely package, we were treated to the all new Tiger Radler Mandarin Orange beer!

I'm always a fan of fruit beers and the Tiger Radler with the touch of lemon zest has been on my top list, but oops, guess I might have to stash that aside for I'm picking a new favourite for this festive season! 

I know a lot of friends have been telling me that it feels more for Chinese New Year, given the gold orange touch to the packaging, but this orangey, fruity burst goes well with red meat; like the turkey we are gona be feasting on this December too!

You can enjoy the drinks as it is, but I'm a sucker for chilled beers. Go chill it in the fridge or pour it into a chilled mug to share it with your friends and families! 

Cheers to a very Merry Christmas and an amazing 2016!!!

The new Tiger Radler Mandarin Orange is only here for a limited period, so you better be stocking them up ~~~ 

The Tiger Radler Mandarin Orange (6 x 323ml pack, RSP: $17.80) is available now at all major supermarkets and hypermarkets, while stocks last.

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[Update] The Haze Has Chased SPRING WAVE SINGAPORE 2015 Away

Hi Huneybees,

Sadly what I have shared below is not happening anymore. All thanks to the "amazing" hazy weather here in Singapore, the SPRING WAVE 2015 Will NOT be happening this year. 😢

Yes, we wouldn't want these rockers to injured their vocals with the choking haze and in lieu of the worsening situation, the music festival is called off.

The health, safety and well-being of concert-goers, artistes, partners and staff, which includes the young and old, are the utmost priority of the event organiser - Friendly Dog Entertainment Co., Ltd, in the decision making of an outdoor event.

They wish to thank their fans for the support and well, we can only hope that this haze won't be back next year! #HazeBeGone

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SPRING WAVE 2015 will be washing up on our shores coming 10 October 2015, bringing 5 heavyweight rock stars from Taiwan - Wu Bai and China Blue, Chang Chen-Yue aka A-Yue, Luantan Ascent, Buddha Jump and Auntie Roxy.

Hi Singapore
Credits Spring Wave Singapore 春浪新加坡

Proudly presented by Tiger Beer, the highly-anticipated 6 hour music festival will treat music lovers to an electrifying evening with high-energy Mandopop music and refreshing Tiger Beer, within the lush greenery of Fort Canning Green.

These big names have gained tons of achievements in their performing years and fans are bound to be in for a treat!

• Wu Bai and China Blue (伍佰）, performing together to celebrate their 23^rd anniversary, Wu Bai, also known as the “”King of Chinese Rock”, has held numerous sold out concerts throughout Asia;

• Chang Chen-Yue aka A-Yue （张震岳）, songwriter, singer, guitarist who also crossed over to act in several movies and played to a roaring crowd in last year’s Skechers Sundown Festival;

• Luantan Ascent （乱弹阿翔）, multi-talented and 6 time Golden Melody Award winning singer, composer, lyricist, producer, Luantan Ascent is known for his mesmerising rough and deep voice;

• Buddha Jump （佛跳墙）, alternative rock band fronted by Malaysian-born singer/song writer Penny Tai known for her famous theme song “Ni Yao De Ai” (The Love You Want) featured in popular Taiwanese drama series, Meteor Garden. The band recently picked up the Best Band award at the 26^th Golden Melody Awards in Taipei; and

• Auntie Roxy （摇滚大婶）, Having won several music competitions, the upcoming band returns after last year performance at Spring Wave 2014.

一起搖滾 新加坡........
Credits: Spring Wave Singapore 春浪新加坡 

To cater to Mandopop fans in South Asia, Taiwanese event organisers - Friendly Dog Entertainment Co., Ltd have been bringing the festival to Singapore since 2013. Besides Singapore, the festival also tours Hong Kong, showcasing top Taiwanese music talents.

Tickets are priced at $138 (excludes Sistic booking fee) are available from Sistic since 12 August 2015. For more information, please visit Spring Wave’s official website at: http://www.spring-wave.com/ or their official Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/SpringWaveSG.

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Did You Vote For What Have Happened at Tiger Beer's Unofficial Official SG50 Party?

Hi Huneybees,

If you were not there at the Unofficial Offical SG50 Party on the 5th August at the reopened Capitol Theater, here's a summary of what have had happened that evening...

As promised by Tiger Beer - You voted, they made it happen - it was a party unlike any before.
Right at the entrance of the party, you would find many Tissue Chope packs that you could finally reserve and seat on, Durian Pillows that you could now hug on to and the Curry Puff pillows that you lay on without fearing it been smashed!

Not far from those pillows were the icons of Singapore, - The Merlion, Marina Bay Sands Hotel, and Ice Kacang - each been sculptured in the most unusual style and proportion, for the viewing pleasure of every invited guest.

The Chilli Crab Fountain was a popular choice among voters

East-meets-west fusion delights at The Unofficial Official Party of SG50

Food wise, beside the "highly elected" Chilli Crab Fountain, which everyone could smell and notice from afar, our local favourites such as Bak Chor Mee, Prata and Hainanese Chicken Rice had been reinvented into some kind of East-Meets-West fusion delights of Bak Chor Mee Burgers, Prata Crepes and Chicken Rice Balls!

Thanks to my friends whom helped to queue for the food, our group managed to try all the delights except Bak Chor Mee Burgers, which was unfortunately the first to be sold out that evening.

Guests looking pretty by the Massage Chair Trishaw during the sudden tropical snowstorm

 

For those who voted for Snow and though it was a crazy idea and hence an impossible task for the good people of Tiger Beer to realized in the open space atrium of Capitol Theater, they were greeted by a sudden tropical snowstorm that got everyone covering up their drinks and foods for a good few minutes!

 

The official drink at The Unofficial Official SG50 Party

But of course, the party didn't stop here. 

The Griswolds

In fact, the fun was elevated to a new level once everyone were led to the newly furnished Capitol Theatre to be entertained by the electrifying performances of The Griswolds and The Kooks. It is the very first event to be held at this brand new venue. 

Throughout my childhood, Capitol Theatre has been closed for revamp and have never stepped in before. It was lovely to see that most of the internal, vintage beauty was preserved. Can't wait to see more events to come at the theatre!

The Kooks

There was a little problem with the initial acoustic, but that didn't dampen the mood at all.  Fans were more than forgiving when the the 4-piece Australian band - The Grisworlds from Sydney jammed and kept the energy going throughout their set with songs including Down and Out, Right on Track, and crowd favourite If You Wanna Stay. 

That energy was further amplified by The Kooks, when the the British indie rock sensation went on stage and brought the house down hits after hits, which included Naïve, She Moves In Her Own Way, Junk of The Heart and Always Where I Need To Be.

I better sign off to get some sleep before this evening's NDP Parade, which I'm sure all Singaporean and locally based Huneybees are so looking forward too!

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Have You Cast Your Vote For The Unofficial Official SG50 Party yet?

Hi Huneybees,

Have you voted for the Unofficial Official SG50 Party yet?

It's everybody's right to cast a vote and not it's your "duty" to do your part to vote for the Unofficial Official SG50 Party.

Organized by Singapore's first locally brewed beer, in celebration of my beloved country's 50^th anniversary of its independence this year, Tiger Beer wants to know if you prefer among others, Indoor Fireworks, Chill Crab Fountain and Robot Getai, simply tell them what you want to see and they'll make it happen!

By casting more than 5 votes, at  www.tigerbeer.com.sg and log in using your Facebook account, you could win stand a chance to win a pair of tickets to the party on August 5 at Capitol Theater! Tickets to the party cannot be purchased and only those who participate in the voting process will stand a chance to win tickets to the most coveted party of the year.

Psst, the party will be headlined by two international music acts and our catchy party anthems will be performed by 4-piece indie-rock band, The Griswolds from Sydney, Australia. Something of a surprise would be the the other surprise international music act. Yes! The Kooks, a celebrated British alternative band will be here for the party too!

The Griswolds from Australia.

The Kooks From UK.

In the meantime, Tiger has launched a limited edition 15-can pack, complete with red-and-white SG50 livery. These commemorative packs come with collectible SG50 glassware, available in 4 colours across all major supermarkets and hypermarkets, while stocks last.

Other promotions include spending $50 on Tiger products in a single receipt at participating bars, clubs and restaurants to receive a limited edition SG50 Tiger Beer T-shirt, win $2015 and $50 with  special crown-liners bearing “$2015” and “SG50” respectively from Tiger Beer SG50 commemorative bottle (633ml) at hawker centres or coffee shops, as well as win an exclusive Tiger SG50 mug by collecting 15 crown-liners bearing the image of a mug.

The Unofficial Official SG50 Party voting closes on 19 July so be sure to get your votes in soon. Every vote counts and be sure to get your friends to take part too and get your dream Unofficial Official SG50 Party come true!

Good Luck and hope to see you at the party!

#UnofficialOfficial / #TigerBeerMediasChoice

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