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1 A King’s Feast
Goodwood Park Hotel’s annual Durian Fiesta offers two new creations. Durianmisu ($8.80) is a lavish combination of pure D24 pulp, espresso and mascarpone cheese, while Durian Eclair ($5.50) involves a generous amount of creamy D24 pulp sandwiched between choux pastry drizzled with chocolate. March 1 to July 25 at the Deli or call 6730-1786 to order.

2 Band of Brothers

Do people still care for The Jackson Five? Apparently, yes. The brothers celebrate their 40th anniversary in a six-part reality TV series, The Jacksons: A Family Dynasty, which chronicles their relationships with each other, while balancing their careers and coming to terms with the tragic loss of Michael. March 22-27, 10pm, on The Biography Channel (Starhub Channel 95).

3 Synthpop
Brit singer-songwriter Imogen Heap came to attention when her songs were featured in US TV drama, The O.C.. A current Grammy nominee for Best Pop Instrumental Performance and Best Engineered Album, hear her rich vocal layering as she performs her latest album Ellipse at Esplanade Concert Hall. March 29, 9pm. Tickets from $68-$148 at www.sistic.com.sg.

4 Rock Out
Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds is one of 131 acts at this year’s Mosaic Music Festival. Others include Kool & The Gang (cheesy ’70s disco), The Go! Team (guitar riffs and double-dutch chants), and Melody Gardot (subtle jazz/blues/folk tunes). March 12-21, Esplanade Concert Hall, www.mosaicmusicfestival.com.

5 Hit the 
Beach Court
The Contiki Beach Netball Festival returns and this year, the sandy showdown unfolds at Wave House Sentosa on Siloso Beach. Cheer the teams on or be part of the action by joining in the various games and giveaways throughout the day. March 7, 9am-6pm, www.contikibeachnetball.com.

6 Dine for Less
When the inaugural Restaurant Week swings into Asia (after New York and Europe), it’ll be like fashion week for foodies. This gourmet event offers special three-course meals at a fixed price of $25++ (lunch) and $35++ (dinner) at top local restaurants like Garibaldi, Bedrock Bar & Grill and The Cliff. March 22-28. Book your tables at 
www.restaurantweek.sg.

7 Curiouser and Curiouser

The 2010 Alice in Wonderland looks set to erase all memories of Disney’s dismal ’50s cartoon. Director Tim Burton is behind this version of Lewis Carroll’s Victorian fantasy. Long-time collaborators Johnny Depp and Helena Bonham Carter populate his Wonderland. Alice, played by newcomer Mia Wasikowska, is a debutante tasked with slaying the mighty Jabberwock. Expect a visual feast and over-the-top performances – all in 3-D. Opens March 4.

8 Picture Perfect
Presentation/Representation is a reflection of the contemporary German photography scene by 10 German lensmen who have been pursuing their art for over 10 years. The series showcases photographs juxtaposed with digital images to represent each artist’s individual eye and their interpretation of everyday life. Free admission, till March 13, Gallery 2902, #B2-09, 
11B Mount Sophia.

Credits:

Text: Jazmin Kelly six & Aileen Lalor

   

From Female - March 2010   


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