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Spotlight on: Koji Shimomura

The chef who trained in France, the birthplace of haute cuisine, and hails from the world’s gastronomic capital talks Michelin stars.

With Valentine’s Day only a week away, spending an evening with champagne and strawberries in a private flight capsule, and sampling a menu in the arrangement of a timeless Shakespearean play are just some inspired ways for a memorable celebration.

Best macarons in Singapore

The litmus test of this traditional French pastry: a meringue like texture and slight chewy centre. Here’s who made the shortlist.

Current barspeak

New York bartending maestro Sasha Petraske opened the speakeasy-style Milk and Honey in New York in 2009, and has gone on to open other tipple venues in the city, such as Little Branch and Dutch Kills. Petraske, who favours old school cocktails, updates us on what’s hip in the Big Apple.

Served by candlelight

While most men will be winning their dates over with diamonds and flowers this Valentine’s Day, six eligible bachelors are given a lesson by Top Chef finalist Leah Cohen on the culinary art of seduction

A quiet confidence

Culinary talent may get you a leg up in the Restaurant Hall of Fame, but as Tetsuya Wakuda proves, natural humility, methodical obsession and non-negotiable discipline are traits that will keep you in the business.

Cuisine travel

Orient Express is offering an Asian Adventures package for complimentary stays at affiliated hotels, for guests travelling on the Eastern & Oriental Express Classic Journey between Singapore and Bangkok.

Filipino flavours

Bruce Lim shares his love and knowledge of the Philippines, from the emergence of its fine dining cuisine to the chefs to watch for and his top picks for street food.

An all-star cookout

With eight chefs teaming up with De Dietrich for the Celebrity Chefs Charity Cookathon, guests will be plied with a day of gourmet delights.