2017

The first time I was gifted with a crystal, I had no idea what to do with it. I had gone in for a facial and was given a small, beautifully cut Rose Quartz gemstone as a token of appreciation for my patronage. My initial reaction was…
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Ginger shots, vegan Korean food, The Cakery's new Landmark shop and a new salad delivery service...
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Workout fads come and go, but none can compare to the longstanding traditional practice of yoga. Rich in history- yoga dates back over 5,000 years ago, yoga isn't just limited to asanas (aka yoga poses). The immense benefits of yoga also…
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Ed. Note: I recently met Alexis Fox at the Green Monday Forum: The Future Of Greenovation and was so inspired by her passion to help people be healthier that I immediately requested a one-on-one. Below, I talk to her about Lighter, the…
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It can be easy to forget about Hong Kong's sub-tropical paradise when you're getting your hustle on in Asia's most cosmopolitan city streets. But runners in the know regularly retreat to lush jungles and rollicking reservoirs to…
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It's a drizzly Tuesday night and the air outside is sticky and hot but Wyndham Street is alive with people electrified with laughter and happy hour. Above Lan Kwai Fong, the elevator doors part open on the seventh floor of Winsome House and…
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How many times has your forgetfulness gotten in the way of your good intentions? If life gets too busy and you can't be bothered to plan weeks in advance or make your own lunchbox during the morning rush,  then you will love the latest…
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Music is one of the most compelling and basic forms of human expression. It has the power to get inside our body and inspire us, alter our moods and even change our state of mind. When the right track hits, the sound of the…
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SoulCycle on the plane? A vegan mini-mall? A gym class that involves napping? All this and more in your monthly update...
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As our precious planet grapples with the existential threat of climate change and environmental decay, the silver lining in this rather gloomy outlook lies in our future: the millennial generation. Contrary to preconceived notions that…
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London Town is gaining fast traction in the healthy eating scene. From innovative British flavors and wholesome Middle Eastern meals to Cali-fresh fare, Big Ben's stomping grounds has exploded with fantastic raw offerings, salad bars…
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In Hong Kong, private dining experiences, and the private kitchens that host them, have long held a notoriously clandestine feel; more than on the down-low, these 'speakeasy' style affairs are seriously covert. This much you know. But what…
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There are countless workouts out there: from powerlifting to running to yoga to Crossfit, your body can be challenged in a wide variety of ways. But what actually works? And what's the best fit (!) for your particular physique and body?…
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I have a confession: I am terrified of spray tans. It stems from back in my college days when I used to sit next to a fellow student called Abby (names have been changed) during Anthro 101, who despite her friendly demeanor, would come to…
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SpiceBox Organics has quietly rolled out a new signature spring café menu that has us shouting from the rooftops with glee. Filled with fresh, nutritious recipes, there is something on the menu for all types of hungry healthsters alike:…
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Considering what we know about the squalid conditions of mass meat production and industrial factory farming of animals, it comes as no surprise that sourcing quality, sustainably-reared meats is incredibly important. But where do you go as…
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When I first started out with pole and people used to ask me about my workout, I would hesitate before saying that I was a pole dancer. The stigma attached to the word "pole" evokes certain preconceived notions, which often leads to crude…
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The new spring vegan omakase from Dining at MURASAKI is an experience in gastronomic luxury. Set against an ascending skyscraper with exclusive views of Victoria Harbour, the Japanese-French hybrid features lavish private rooms and 10,000…
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Hong Kong can now be added to the growing list of metropolitan cities that offers its citizens a chance to reclaim its streets from the car-centric mindset that has reigned this city until now. Thanks to environmentally friendly start-up…
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Online butcher Emma Pike gave up meat and dairy cold turkey (!) after a friend challenged her. Below is the third installment in her hilarious, honest and heart-warming diary (read Part 1 here and Part 2 here).  Day 15: Taking Stock Of…
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Our global coffee addiction is nowhere near abating with the artisanal coffee movement growing strong but milk continues to be an issue. Lots of us can't take dairy, and for years soy milk stepped in to save the day. In fact, soy has become…
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