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In this issue
On the cover is Dipa Swaminathan, the founder of Singapore charity ItsRainingRaincoats, who is rewriting the narrative for the city’s invisible labour force with her blend of compassion and dynamic action. Also in this issue, artist collective Ripple Root shares how, after nearly a decade of working together, its vision remains the same, if not stronger. Plus, meet the budding Singaporean authors taking the young adult genre—and the world—by storm.
Over the Counter
Counter dining is not exclusive to Japanese gastronomy. We round up some fabulous non-Japanese restaurants to get close to the action— whether you are looking to be impressed by culinary showmanship or just want to dine alone
![Over the Counter](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/425/1485776/Dy1xK7nEO1699526872582/OVER-THE-COUNTER.jpg)
2 mins
Grace Ann Chua
The accidental entrepreneur who is fostering a more cohesive society through meaningful gatherings shares her motivations and how she got started
![Grace Ann Chua](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/425/1485776/uQa7uZ1VB1699527027425/GRACE-ANN-CHUA.jpg)
2 mins
Promising Young Woman
Tatler Singapore’s New York correspondent, Hilton Rogers, is a Singapore girl at heart, missing Milo and xiao long bao the most
![Promising Young Woman](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/425/1485776/4rqXF01h01699527095975/crp_PROMISING-YOUNG-WOMAN.jpg)
2 mins
Two Peas in a Pod
Putting on the strokes to joyful murals and works of art, artist collective Ripple Root shares how, after nearly 10 years of working together, its vision remains the same, if not stronger
![Two Peas in a Pod](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/425/1485776/aWrmpIF3t1699527237459/TWO-PEAS-IN-A-POD.jpg)
3 mins
Heart for Art
Many know architect Koh Seow Chuan as an art collector, but he also plays a pivotal role in furthering Singapore art as a cultural leader in philanthropy
![Heart for Art](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/425/1485776/BACi3hY0w1699527309001/HEART-FOR-ART.jpg)
5 mins
A Night at the Gallery
Kim Camacho and Chong Siak Ching, co-chairs of the National Gallery Singapore's Gallery Benefit 2023, share what you can look forward to at the biennial fundraising gala-and its inaugural after-party
![A Night at the Gallery](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/425/1485776/axG2m-c0Z1699527406998/A-NIGHT-AT-THE-GALLERY.jpg)
3 mins
Into the Light
Seven years in the making, the debut feature of film-maker Nicole Midori Woodford makes waves on the global film festival circuit before its local premiere at the Singapore International Film Festival 2023 this month
![Into the Light](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/425/1485776/IgbWW1if11699527472892/INTO-THE-LIGHT.jpg)
4 mins
HERO for HUMANITY
A moment in the rain sparked a movement for migrant workers’ welfare. Dipa Swaminathan, the founder of Singapore charity ItsRainingRaincoats, rewrites the narrative for the city’s invisible labour force with her blend of compassion and dynamic action
![HERO for HUMANITY](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/425/1485776/BzCQaoPhC1699527619289/HERO-FOR-HUMANITY.jpg)
8 mins
Pure Craft
With the launch of its new RL 888 handbag and its fall-winter 2023 collection, Ralph Lauren reaffirms its status as a master craftsman
![Pure Craft](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/425/1485776/lHjCVI25j1699527810161/PURE-CRAFT.jpg)
2 mins
Bonne Nuit
Chanel redefines beauty sleep with its Sublimage L’Extrait de Nuit, a nocturnal elixir that captures the revitalising power of restful slumber in a bottle
![Bonne Nuit](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/425/1485776/KRIuVsCKc1699527928862/BONNE-NUIT.jpg)
2 mins
A Fete Of Beauty
La Prairie showcased its masterfully engineered skincare formulas at Tatler House, pampering guests and prepping their skin ahead of the Tatler Ball 2023
![A Fete Of Beauty](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/425/1485776/wR_HHYooY1699528025428/A-FETE-OF-BEAUTY.jpg)
2 mins
Alchemy and Artistry
Guerlain’s master perfumer Thierry Wasser introduces Tobacco Honey, the newest addition to the maison’s coveted L’Art & La Matière haute parfumerie collection
![Alchemy and Artistry](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/425/1485776/DJFqszi1d1699528118026/ALCHEMY-AND ARTISTRY.jpg)
4 mins
Lasting Impact
On the 20th anniversary of the Rolex Mentor and Protégé Arts Initiative this year, the Swiss manufacture reinforces its profound commitment to supporting artistic excellence
![Lasting Impact](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/425/1485776/Dn49W5eVE1699528286637/LASTING-IMPACT.jpg)
5 mins
Old Is More Than Gold
With vintage Rolexes and Omegas reaching stratospheric prices at auction, experts tell us why it’s a good time to invest in pre-owned luxury timepieces
![Old Is More Than Gold](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/425/1485776/jbSBuh4fw1699528464672/OLD-IS-MORE-THAN-GOLD.jpg)
5 mins
Treasures Entwined
Masterfully crafted to reflect tweed—an iconic fabric of Chanel since the 1920s— the Tweed de Chanel high jewellery collection explores the suppleness and subtleties of the time‑honoured textile, interwoven with the five inimitable motifs of the house
![Treasures Entwined](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/425/1485776/FT3uUGfR71699528690819/TREASURES-ENTWINED.jpg)
5 mins
Welcome to the Dark Side
Hermès uncovers the beauty that lies in the shadows with its Les Jeux de l’Ombre high jewellery collection
![Welcome to the Dark Side](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/425/1485776/reg874q0L1699529062924/WELCOME-TO-THE-DARK-SIDE.jpg)
4 mins
TRIPLE THREAT
Hollywood funny man Randall Park steps behind the camera for his directorial debut with indie film Shortcomings. Now one of the industry’s most versatile players, he traverses genres and mediums in his work while taking an authentic approach to his roles and storytelling
![TRIPLE THREAT](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/425/1485776/shXuPgnwT1699524897604/TRIPLE-THREAT.jpg)
7 mins
FLIR THE SCRIPT
The tides are shifting in Hollywood—and at the centre of this wave of change is Adele Lim. The Malaysian producer, director and screenwriter opens up about her focus on inclusive storytelling and what lies ahead for Asian representation in Hollywood
![FLIR THE SCRIPT](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/425/1485776/ZQhUo8CfW1699525094142/FLIR-THE-SCRIPT.jpg)
6 mins
STORIES TELL
Meet the budding Singaporean authors taking the young adult genre - and the world by storm
![STORIES TELL](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/425/1485776/f7UVOtUCz1699525238852/STORIES-TELL.jpg)
7 mins
GAINS, NOT SHAME
From being fat-shamed by personal trainers to receiving unsolicited advice from strangers, Asian models, activists and influencers share what they have to endure on their journeys to become stronger and healthier
![GAINS, NOT SHAME](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/425/1485776/M4irKKEVA1699525432711/GAINS-NOT-SHAME.jpg)
4 mins
BEYOND THE BEACHES
Turquoise hues, white sand, over‑the‑water private villas, and romantic sunsets— the Maldives remains the ultimate tropical paradise destination
![BEYOND THE BEACHES](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/425/1485776/7yxujGPJ81699525640497/BEYOND-THE-BEACHES.jpg)
4 mins
ALL FOR ONE
Go-big-or-go-home holidaying reaches its peak with these buy-out-only properties
![ALL FOR ONE](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/425/1485776/p0WvFnS171699525771110/ALL-FOR-ONE.jpg)
3 mins
REACH FOR THE STARS
Jimmy Lim, whose father ran a zi char restaurant, helms the first-ever Singaporean restaurant to be recognised with the Michelin Guide's highest honour
![REACH FOR THE STARS](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/425/1485776/QVOswbtKM1699526165428/REACH-FOR-THE-STARS.jpg)
5 mins
GOING PLACES
Restaurateur Simon Kim of the Michelin-starred Cote offers insights into opening his Korean steakhouse in Singapore as well as his expansion plans in the near future
![GOING PLACES](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/425/1485776/EKzezMhit1699526313561/GOING-PLACES.jpg)
5 mins
Fresh off the Boat
Sustainably sourced and cooked to perfection - savour the day's finest catch, from Australian lobster to Alaskan king crab, at Long Beach seafood restaurant
![Fresh off the Boat](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/425/1485776/XeBYirFnV1699529356229/FRESH-OFF-THE-BOAT.jpg)
2 mins
WHAT THE FIZZ?
One of Singapore's most celebrated sommeliers, and now proprietor of champagne-focused bar Convivial, shares his passion for bubbly and selects four champagnes to sample
![WHAT THE FIZZ?](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/425/1485776/I_NKs_cwp1699526482051/WHAT-THE-FIZZ.jpg)
2 mins
Tatler Singapore Magazine Description:
Publisher: TATLER ASIA (SINGAPORE) PTE LTD
Category: Lifestyle
Language: English
Frequency: Monthly
For 38 years, Tatler Singapore has been the ultimate authority on high society and the luxury lifestyle; defining and covering the world’s most important, influential and exciting people, products, parties and places.
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