Run-of-the-mill Lunar New Year feasts are a thing of the past with these menus that put an inspired spin on the classics.

With Chinese New Year just a few weeks away from Christmas, switching from one seasonal look to another is as easy as making small changes to your existing decor.

Play with fire, handle the meat, and mix up a punch bowl with The Peak’s guide to putting together a show-stopping holiday dinner.

Explore Jewel Changi Airport’s dazzling Christmas wonderland with these spectacular shows, snowy scenes and more! Happening Nov 21, 2019 to Jan 5, 2020.

If only your little one wasn’t attached to your hip every time you attended a gathering! DR RICHARD C. WOOLFSON shares how you can help your shy child.

Make this festive season extra sparkly with the brightest stocking stuffers everyone will treasure BY AARON KOK

Singapore may not be a winter wonderland, but Christmas is still the most wonderful time of the year, thanks to these festive family events. By MARY LIM

It’s billed as Singapore’s biggest carnival, and it doesn’t disappoint. The Prudential Marina Bay Carnival occupies a space larger than three football fields, and features 22 rides and attractions, as well as 29 game booths.

Quayside Isle @ Sentosa Cove is not to be missed! Enjoy the gorgeous view of the marina at it's unique dining concepts such as Museo, Gin Khao Bistro, Greenwood Fish Market or Two Chefs Bar.

From crackling pork belly panggang to chilli crab turkey and chendol log cakes, FELICIA WONG and STEPHANIE YEO round up the local festive treats your family will love this holiday season.

Indulge in the magic of gifting this festive season with innisfree. When you purchase any item from the Green Christmas 2017 Collection, you’ll get the limited-edition DIY String Art Kit for $2, and the gross proceeds will go to the Children’s Cancer Foundation (CCF).

Late-night festive shopping hours at Wisma Atria from Dec 18-23 mean that for one week, you’ll be able to get everything you need – whenever you want.

So what if Singapore doesn’t experience winter? Your little ones will still have loads of festive fun at these kid-friendly events and activities. By LYNN WEE

Get all your cravings for drinks and dessert sorted at The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf this Christmas.

Get all your cravings for drinks and dessert sorted at The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf this Christmas.

The gorgeous view of the marina at Quayside Isle @ Sentosa Cove, paired with its unique dining concepts, will add an exclusive touch to any special get-together you won’t find elsewhere.

Being the broke girl at Christmas isn’t much fun. Perhaps navigating this board game will save you a bit of a headache when it comes to the season of gift-giving, parties and, of course, the urge to reward yourself with a little something for making it through the year!

Late-night festive shopping hours at Wisma Atria from Dec 18-23 mean that for one week, you’ll be able to get everything you need – whenever you want.

Now’s the season to indulge and celebrate! Restaurants around the mall, including Shokutsu Ten and Mongkok precincts emulating that of the global cities, are pulling out the stops to bring great festive promotions to the table, so you can dine merrily.

Tampines Mall’s dining options – from traditional to trending bites – give you every excuse to bond with loved ones over a meal. No more slogging in the kitchen!

The pretty works of art from Goodwood Park Hotel

What’s a celebration without indulging your taste buds? whether you’re throwing a party at home, going to a pal’s, or gathering at a restaurant, these tantalising offerings will have you craving for more.

Christmas is hopefully a time to relax, rejoice and reconnect with loved ones, but the festive season can be fraught with feelings of fatigue and angst, more often than not caused by an excess of all the trimmings. If you don’t prioritise well-being, combining an already busy schedule with demanding festive feats that fill up your calendar, can be all-consuming, leaving you utterly exhausted for the year ahead. So how do we find a healthy balance for our mind and body?

These my LIFE INC. lifestyle treats help you fulfil your exercise quota, get quality sleep and enjoy merrymaking.

No matter what’s on your social calendar, The Closet Lover has stylish options to keep you fashionably festive, all month long.