The happy high life, by a happy high wife
A hotel-staying, fine-dining, and doing it at a discount-where-possible kind of blog. And I love bags, too.
Happy High Life
“Nothing is too beautiful, nothing is too expensive” — Ettore Bugatti
LATEST STAYS / EATS
Monti @ The Fullerton Pavilion: Lunch review
Monti at 1-Pavilion: this is an upscale, award-winning Italian restaurant by the waterfront. Went there to celebrate a friend’s birthday and she received a complimentary cake. Plus, redeem up to S$200 with the Amex Global Dining Credits.
Review of Hoshino Coffee @ Suntec City
The Entertainer app gives 25% off at Hoshino Coffee outlets. Enjoy Japanese-Western style mains (curry, omu-rice, sandwiches, and more!) and a specialized kids set menu that’s bound to make any child happy.
Alley on 25 review: Semi-Buffet Lazy Breakfast at Andaz Singapore
Andaz Singapore’s Alley on 25 runs a semi-buffet on weekends and public holidays. Known as the Lazy Breakfast, the experience involves choosing one main dish from a fixed menu, and then enjoying unlimited appetizers, side dishes, and desserts from the buffet table.
PROMOTIONS / GUIDES
Basilico exits Love Dining by American Express
With effect from January 2023, Regent hotel’s Basilico exits the Amex Love Dining programme. I’m personally saddened by the news as Basilico has been one of my favourite Italian restaurants in Singapore. Nevertheless, grateful for the memories and the chances to dine in such a wonderful place.
American Express Membership Benefits: Changes to Platinum Charge Card in 2023
Previously, American Express Platinum Charge Card holders had S$800 worth (split into S$400 hotel and S$400 airline) of travel benefits annually. From early 2023 onwards, card holders will instead enjoy new benefits that consist of S$1200 in statement credits across four spend categories: Dining, Lifestyle, Entertainment, and Airline.
A Starlit Christmas 2022 by American Express: complimentary gift wrapping, cotton candy, and claw machine at Raffles City
Starlit Christmas 2022 by American Express Platinum. Complimentary gift wrapping, cotton candy, win attractive prizes with the claw machine! All at Raffles City Level 2.
THE BAG LIFE
Mulberry Mini Alexa: return of an old favourite
The Mulberry Alexa is special – it was my very first designer bag. Launched in 2010, discontinued in 2016, and revived in 2021 – it became a Must-Have on my wishlist when it relaunched. Read more for mod shots and to see what fits in the new Mulberry Mini Alexa.
Chanel Mini Coco Handle review: what fits, mod shots.
The Chanel mini coco handle. Cute and versatile, it’s both a top handle and shoulder bag all rolled into one. Read more to see what fits in the bag and check out my mod shots.
Louis Vuitton Mini Pochette Accessoires: Christmas Collection featuring Vivienne in Japan
Every year, Louis Vuitton does a cute Christmas Collection featuring its Mascot, Vivienne. This version of Vivienne in Japan is so cute and adorable. Read more to see what fits in the Mini Pochette.
“The best things in life are free. The second best, are very expensive.” — Coco Chanel
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