Thursday, 16 October 2014

[Launch Event] Ariston Water Heater - Andris Series

Attended the first ever media launch organised by Ariston Thermo (Ariston) on 26th Sep 2014 and it was truly an eye-opener over how superior a water heater have become.

Ariston, a global company is the industry’s leading purveyor of heating and water heating solutions, with over 7.2 million products sold in over 150 countries, achieving €1.33 billion in revenue.

Their Singapore team, young and energetic, are capable of overseeing the full gamut of marketing, distribution, after-sales service, and providing quality customer service.


The launch was held at this 62-storey high - Tower Club,

with photo booth,

and refreshments,


Over at the launch, we were introduced to Ariston's latest range - the Andris series, the first-ever top-Italian-designed water heater! High quality yet pretty much pocket friendly.

Agree to most people, i regard safety, energy efficiency and design as the most important factors when choosing a water heater for my home.

Designed by top Italian designer - Umberto Palermo. curved edges evoke a sense of familial trust. More than just a water-heating product, the Andris series are termed as “water furniture”, and are accessories that can complement modern, beautifully designed toilets.




On top of looking aesthetically superior, Ariston prides itself on the Total Safety System (TSS) – guaranteed by Ariston products all over the world. Ariston's water heaters has been certified by IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) and SS (Singapore Standards). The TTS comprises three salient features:

1. Thermostat: The water heaters’ thermostats are a first-level safety feature, and stops the heating when the desired temperature is reached

2. Thermal cut-out: This is a second-level safety feature. In case of over-heating, there is a protection sensor to incorporate a thermal cut-out to disconnect poles to the appliance

3. Pressure relief valve: The pressure relief valves of Ariston’s water heaters are regulated to reduce the pressure being built up in the tank. Water pressure is then reduced and this greatly prevents any unexpected failures of the water heater.


Energy efficiency is identified as Ariston’s long-term strategy for sustainability and growth . In 2013, 40% of its business comes from high-efficiency and renewable solutions, and the goal is to reach 80% by 2020. Ariston has pledged a commitment to launch products that use energy from renewable sources, avoid waste and reduce CO2 emissions, and developing innovative high-efficiency solutions ensuring high performance and maximum comfort while minimizing consumption. The Andris series is Ariston’s range of water heaters designed to be already compliant with future energy efficiency regulations.

The water heaters under the Andris series come with Titanium enamel tank protection, a feature exclusive to Ariston. Titanium further enhances the durability of the inner tank and helps users to save energy. Another notable feature is the durable copper heating element: copper is a recyclable material that promises better durability than stainless steel, and has also more hygienic water output with its antimicrobial effect.


A star of the Andris Series – the flagship AN LUX model will be a game-changing product. It boasts the revolutionary AG+ technology, the first-of-its-kind in a water heater in Singapore. Active AG+ ions are released into the water tank. These nanoparticles halt the proliferation of common bacteria such as E. coli, salmonella, legionella, mould fungi and more. In turn, users are assured of its anti-bacterial properties and enjoy clean water as they shower.

Equipped with a titanium, double wall sentinel heating element imported from Italy, this class is above the rest – the insulation goes beyond ensuring extra safety and durability for the users, at the same time enhancing energy saving properties.

As Ariston continues to further its understanding of consumers’ needs and design solutions to meet them, Leonardo Senni, Chief Executive Officer, Ariston Thermo, shares the same thought: 
"We are very excited to have our very own team in Singapore after 20 years of commercial presence. Launching the Andris series is the first step towards bringing greater quality products to Singaporeans; we will continue to strive to ensure our products are innovative, customer service is excellent, while further investing in our brands to entrench our commitment here in Singapore."

Ariston Andris Series is now available at all leading sanitary dealers and electronics superstores island-wide! (Products come with a 5-year warranty (inner tank))

An example of the Andris Series beautifully placed in the bathroom,

So proud of my dad getting the right choice back in year 2007, in providing his family guaranteed utmost comfort and safety! I took this picture of the Ariston water heater in my house to show you how good they really is. 7 years passed yet it still look as new as before! =)



You may also find out more about Ariston Singapore at their website: http://www.ariston-heater.com.sg/about.html

Sunday, 12 October 2014

[Food Tasting] Socks & Pans

Thanks to my brother, i got to know about this local new pizzeria place located in the downtown core of Singapore - Raffles Place. Opened by the friendly both, Marcus Seow and Teng Hui Bing.. they went an adventurous journey in creating pizzas infused with local flavours and pairing them with traditional local Kopi. Hence their cafe name, Socks & Pans!



Socks & Pans serves freshly ground full-bodied local coffee brewed in filter socks, the traditional method commonly seen in coffeeshops, or rather Kopitiams.

The price range were pretty decent, from $2-$3+ a cup and even better with their "2-6pm Kopi Break for 2" promo! I have not try their breakfast set, but i am attracted to their "Butter Sugar Cinnamon Toast" set for ONLY $2.80 which comes with a choice of Coffee or Tea!

"Must try - Homemade Tiramisu; Chicken Wings; fragrant homemade Kaya Toasties; and Butter Sugar Cinnamon Toasts!"






Refreshing Ice Mocha & Ice Milk Tea, but would personally prefer the Ice Mocha to be richer.

Moving over to the food Menu.. Specialises in Pizzas, their items in the Menu range from Sandwiches to Pizzas and Pastas.



Socks & Pans offers freshly handmade thin-crust Pizzas (in-house dough sauces) with mostly Asian-inspired Pizza toppings and using 100% Olive Oil! It's really One-of-a-kind recipes! Examples are the Tom Yum Fish, Asian-Pulled Pork and Hebi Hiam (spicy dried ground Shrimp) with Tofu. Prices starting from $7.80 per slice of pizza and $32 for whole pizzas suitable for three or more people.


Yummy freshly made thin-crust they serve, every Pizza bite is crispy, just like munching on a biscuit. A rich amount of Italian Cheese spread nicely, and carefully picked ingredients that totally compliment one another.

Asian-Pulled Pork (also featured in local magazine 8 Days earlier),

Pepperoni,

A sweeter touch to the palette would definitely be this Bacon Onion! 
Our personal favourite pizza among the 3 we tried because its really tasty,

My brother also ordered the popular Italian dish, Spaghetti blolognese (S$8.90), pretty well cook with apropriate amount of ingredients,

Overview of Socks & Pans,

The next day, i heated the slices which i brought home and they still taste as good as the night before! The owner says, as they were made fresh and not processed dough, pizzas from Socks & Pans can be reheated over and over again up to 5 times! So happy i can share it with my loved ones at home the very next day!


(Thank you to both Mr. Marcus and Mr.Hui Bing for inviting me over! =) )

Address: Golden Shoe Car Park, 50 Market Street, 01-23
Opening Hours: 8am to 8pm (weekdays), 9am to 5pm (Saturdays), closed on Sundays
Contacts: 6536-3310 or e-mail socksnpans@gmail.com. (Free delivery within the CBD for orders of $30 and above)

Saturday, 4 October 2014

[Media Invite] Trick Eye Museum Singapore @ RWS

Annyeong Haseyo!!!
Much thanks to Janice for offering me passes to #TINBOOST's Night event allowing us to experience the World's Best 3D Museum - Trick Eye Museum which opens its door at Resorts World Sentosa's Waterfront from 8th June 2014!

This new attraction is easily accessible from the Sentosa Boardwalk, located minutes from the entrance to the integrated resort. Operating daily from 10.00am to 9.00pm, visitors to the museum will journey through six themed zones, titled World of Masterpieces, Safari Kingdom, Stars of Circus, Dreams of Fairytale, Love in Winter, and Adventure Discovery.


As the first overseas venture of the renowned South Korean gallery, the museum features about 100 paintings and optical illusion installations. More than 50 artworks were created specially and adapted for the Singapore gallery, including the original pieces such as Merlion Boat and Horse Racing!


Love this horse-racing pic captured!

Visitors will be awed to the circus theme exhibits when entering the museum..

And there is also a giant baby sculpture holding on a cage - this is the first time this exhibit is being displayed.
Big Baby caught a Small Baby

Imagining himself sitting on a beach chair when he is actually sitting on the floor..

"Mind sharing an umbrella?"

Dal and me went there together.. Us being here for the first time wasn't sure where to go to after exploring the circus theme, till we saw this huge open book.. Probably a secret passage to more discovery..?

Indeed, a lot more artworks awaits..

Got lifted up by a magician, with Dal assisting him.

But the magician turned him into a tiny one after that..

and was locked up in a small cage,

we were then being sent to a whole new place so magical we couldn't believe our eyes!


Experiencing going up and under..


Almost got attack by a shark,

The dolphins saved me and was picked up by strange animal who ride on a motorcycle, 
off we go into the woods! 


Finally saw Dal at a village, but we wre separated by lava..

He decided to risk his life by jumping across, so that we can be together again..

no, the story doesn't just ends here..

we then arrived at a beautiful lake on a huge swan,


Met a friend along the way,


and even celebrated Christmas before we were transported back to the reality.



Besides original artworks, the museum will also be home to popular art pieces replicated from the South Korean gallery, including Angel’s Wings, Moon over the Sky and Human Cannonball.





Both of us are sincerely thankful for this invitation to this lovely wonderland!


“We are excited to extend our reach to Singapore and it is a great honour to be collaborating alongside Resorts World Sentosa in this much anticipated project,” said Ms Sujin Oh, Curator of Trick Eye Museum.

“We are looking forward to sharing our wonderful works of art based on Trompe-l’oeil. Our greatest
fulfillment will be the looks of awe and amazement on people’s faces. Trick Eye Museum will be a
perfect addition to the family-friendly attractions in the resort.”


"The opening of Trick Eye Museum provide opportunities for guests to bond, create moments to remember and share for a lifetime with their loved ones." We noticed different groups of people will come together and help one another in capturing the best moments of others, irregardless of who and where they come from!

To complement the opening of Trick Eye Museum, more Korean-themed F&B and retail concepts will also open at the Resort’s Waterfront, creating a Korean cluster. Opening in the third quarter of 2014, Insadong Korea Town will feature a Korean market-place concept offering a variety of authentic Korean F&B specialties, street food, as well as hand-made Korean trinkets, cosmetics and accessories.


Admission ticket Pricing: Adults $25 | Children or Senior Citizens $20
Multi-attraction packages are also available.
Guests can purchase tickets and packages onsite or online.

Website: www.trickeye.com/singapore
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TrickEyeSingapore
Instagram: @TRICKEYE_SINGAPORE