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Meet the Committee: Tricia Goh

Tricia Goh, Associate Vice President, Selby JenningsI'm at my happiest when... There's good food, drinks and music. I love Boogie Pasoh nights! What you might not know about me is... I have over 60 pairs of sneakers in my collection. I am a huge fan of

What is a microaggression?

What is a microaggression?

A microaggression is a comment or action that negatively targets a marginalised person or group. A microaggression can be intentional or accidental. It is a form of discrimination. People who engage in microaggressions may mean no harm to the person or group being targeted and they may not even realise

Mandala Club on Tour - Peggy Gou

As the world recovers and the green light for travel shines bright, our sister property, Ulu Cliffhouse, plays host to international producer and DJ superstar, Peggy Gou, and over two thousand of her fans. Mandala Club members and team were treated to the best view of Peggy in the whole

The Committee Podcast: Chua Ee Chien & Drishti Panjwani

In our second podcast episode, we feature committee members, Chua Ee Chien and Drishti Panjwani, who became successful entrepreneurs and business owners since an early age. Not only is Ee Chien the managing director of Whimsical Inc, the company behind restaurants Jekyll & Hyde, Graft, and the soon-to-be reopened Operation

WTF: IS THE CURE TO AGEING?

Last week, we explored “The Cure to Ageing” on our What The Future series with Brian Kennedy, Distinguished Professor of Biochemistry and Physiology from the National University of Singapore. He is internationally recognised for his research in the basic biology of ageing and is a visionary committed to translating research

Rafael Aldon on Impact Investing

As part of our mission at Mandala Club, we are committed to creating positive impact for the world and the community, where great people can make great things happen. As a strong advocate for impact investing, Mandala Club's member Rafael Aldon has joined CauseArtist, a global community featuring

Vogue Singapore X Mandala Club - NFTs for Greater Good

Vogue Singapore recently launched an NFT collection featuring six Ukrainian and Ukraine-based creatives in collaboration with Vogue Ukraine to raise funds for humanitarian aid in Ukraine. To give our members a better understanding of the new frontiers of fundraising, creating fashion and art for greater good, and inspiring NFT success

Pocket Fitness: Introduction to Gym Equipment

For members who are new to using The Gym, we have created a series of videos, Introduction to The Gym Equipment, where our Wellness Director, Nathan Williams, will be showing members how to navigate the gym equipment, set up correctly, and use it in the most effective way. On the

Self Made: Jake Tan Jun Kiat

Self Made: Jake Tan Jun Kiat

Self Made is a series of entrepreneur stories from our members who share a common desire to innovate and turn challenges into opportunities. Hi fellow members of Mandala Club, I am Jake Tan Jun Kiat, the founder of Ergotune [http://www.ergotune.com] and Everdesk [http://www.everdeskplus.com] brands

NET-A-PORTER: Incredible Women Podcast Ep 4 - Arlo Parks

NET-A-PORTER: Incredible Women Podcast Ep 4 - Arlo Parks

NET-A-PORTER launches the fourth season of its Incredible Women podcast: The Disruptors – a celebration of barrier-breaking women spanning the fields of fashion, journalism, entertainment, music, art, and more. Dropping each week, these conversations will span these women’s phenomenal careers, as well as the key moments and events that have

MORI Welcomes Sake Samurai: Elliot Faber

MORI Welcomes Sake Samurai: Elliot Faber

Introducing the newest addition to the Mandala Club team, Elliot Faber, a famed Sake Samurai, leading our beverage programme at the newly launched MORI. With over 10 years of experience, Elliot is the founding Beverage Director for Michelin-starred Yardbird Hong Kong, RŌNIN, Hong Kong-based import company Sunday’s distribution, and

An Audience with Ambassador of Ukraine, Her Excellency, Kateryna Zelenko

An Audience with Ambassador of Ukraine, Her Excellency, Kateryna Zelenko

On Thursday 24 March, Mandala Club hosted an intimate audience with the Ambassador of Ukraine, Her Excellency, Kateryna Zelenko. We were honoured to give our members the opportunity to hear first-hand about the ongoing war and humanitarian crisis in Ukraine. A big thank you to the Mandala Club members who

NET-A-PORTER: Incredible Women Podcast EP 3 - Yalda Hakim

NET-A-PORTER launches the fourth season of its Incredible Women podcast: The Disruptors – a celebration of barrier-breaking women spanning the fields of fashion, journalism, entertainment, music, art, and more. Dropping each week, these conversations will span these women’s phenomenal careers, as well as the key moments and events that have

Member Spotlight April: Wayne Lai

Member Spotlight April: Wayne Lai

What people don't realise about coffee is… That Coffee has many good health benefits The best thing in my world is… A good workout and a glass of cold brew The book I can't put down is… My Kindle The place I can't wait

The Committee Podcast: Sandra Cameron & Shivangi Bagri

The Committee Podcast: Sandra Cameron & Shivangi Bagri

With Mandala Club's mission to inspire conversations and build a community of like-minded people, we are proud to showcase our committee members, who bring the Club's values and philosophies to life with their presence, influence and contributions. For the first time, members have the chance to

Event Highlights: International Women's Gala in Technicolour

Earlier this month, we hosted the International Women’s Gala in Technicolour, together with NET-A-PORTER and Tatler Singapore to celebrate female powerhouses in food, fashion, and philanthropy. The dinner featured a specially curated menu highlighting female producers from Edible Garden City, Clamms Seafood and founder of 2am:dessertbar, Janice Wong.

NET-A-PORTER: Incredible Women Podcast EP 2 - Supriya Lele

NET-A-PORTER: Incredible Women Podcast EP 2 - Supriya Lele

Celebrating International Women’s Day this month, NET-A-PORTER launches the fourth season of its Incredible Women podcast: The Disruptors – a celebration of barrier-breaking women spanning the fields of fashion, journalism, entertainment, music, art, and more. Dropping each week, these conversations will span these women’s phenomenal careers, as well as

‘Fashion for Peace’: Vogue Ukraine and Vogue Singapore join forces to raise aid for Ukraine through exclusive NFTs

Vogue Singapore partners with Vogue Ukraine to launch an exclusive NFT Project “Fashion for Peace”, joining forces to help raise funds for humanitarian aid, in light of the ongoing Russian invasion of the country. Collaborating with six Ukrainian and Ukraine-based creatives – Anna October, Anton Belinskiy, DressX, Gunia Project, Ienki Ienki

MANDALA SOUNDS: Women of the World

With International Women’s Day, March is all about celebrating women. This month, local DJ RAH, who’s played at Wonderfruit Festival, Worldwide FM (UK), and PotatoHead Beach Bar, has curated a special International Women’s Day playlist exclusively for Mandala Club members. For attendees of our Women’s Society

NET-A-PORTER: Incredible Women Podcast EP 1 - Laverne Cox

NET-A-PORTER: Incredible Women Podcast EP 1 - Laverne Cox

Celebrating International Women’s Day this month, NET-A-PORTER launches the fourth season of its Incredible Women podcast: The Disruptors – a celebration of barrier-breaking women spanning the fields of fashion, journalism, entertainment, music, art, and more. Dropping each week, these conversations will span these women’s phenomenal careers, as well as

Mandala Club X TigerHall: Womxn Breaking Biases

For International Women’s Day this year, we partnered with TigerHall to host a Womxn Breaking Biases Panel Discussion, bringing together women leaders from diverse backgrounds to share their experiences on cultural and intersectional biases, as well as a discussion on the future of feminism. Our Panelists: Nellie Wartoft, CEO

Fireside CHIT CHAAT with Gaggan Anand

Fireside CHIT CHAAT with Gaggan Anand

Last week, Gaggan Anand held his very first fireside chat, hosted by Mandala Club member, Tom Wright. Gaggan captivated the audience with a series of life philosophies and thought processes behind some of his best creations. In this session, Gaggan Anand also revealed the extension of his residency at Mandala

Meet the Committee March: Nicole Ong

Meet the Committee March: Nicole Ong

I'm at my happiest when… I've cooked up a storm in the kitchen, and I'm watching my friends eat and chatter in merriment. What you might not know about me is… I am an absolute grammar Nazi. The best thing in my world is…

Pocket Wellness: Basic Yoga Poses to Get You Started Part II

As an exercise that provides many benefits, practicing yoga regularly does wonders for your mental and physical health. Not only does it help to tone and heal your body, but yoga can also help to relieve your mind of stress and allow you to be more mindful of your thoughts.

TASTEMAKER SERIES: Chef Sean & Aleksandra - Wagyu Katsu Sando

TASTEMAKER SERIES: Chef Sean & Aleksandra - Wagyu Katsu Sando

TASTEMAKER SERIES showcases the creators behind Mandala Club's culinary, wine & mixology programmes, giving our viewers an up-close and personal view of what goes on behind the glamorous façade. When you think of The Straits Parlour, you think of this dish… one of Chef Sean’s best: Wagyu