PRADA PHONE LG 3.0 WITH EDWARD NORTON AND DARIA WERBOWY - 2012 AD CAMPAIGN GLOBAL LAUNCH

PRADA Phone LG 3.0 global advertising campaign is fronted by American actor Edward Norton and Ukrainian/Canadian model Daria Werbowy photographed in signature Prada mono chrome style, by British fashion photographer David Sims.

Combining PRADA’s distinctive style with LG’s innovative technology, the 1.0 GHz Dual-Core/Dual-Channel architecture for high-speed performance and dual-band Wi-Fi allows high-speed surfing in a jiffy.

The sleek striking phone’s bright 4.3-inch and 800-nit screen with a full glossy touchscreen to the front and PRADA’s signature Saffiano pattern to the back is a joy to behold.

Clean, chic simplicity and sharp design with minimal hard keys completes the slim simple finish. The 8 mega pixel camera with powerful flash and easy to use inbuilt editor software is one of the most brilliant camera phone ever.

              

A full line of PRADA phone accessories like PRADA cradle and Bluetooth ear set and stylish pouches are available to complement the new Prada LG 3.0.

The PRADA Phone by LG 3.0 is available at Singtel, Starhub and M1 shops and website (prices varies with bundled plans) and at LG LIVE Singapore Flagship Store Marina Bay Sands at S$1,088 without contract.

PIPER-HEIDSIECK JEAN PAUL GAULTIER BLACK CANCAN BRUT VINTAGE 2000

Piper-Heidsieck Brut Vintage 2000 Black Cancan designed by Haute Couture Fashion Designer Jean Paul Gaultier is dressed sensuously in  black satin latex dress and fishnet with Swarovski crystals, caressed by the seductive touch of the Parisian woman shrouded in mystery and passion.

Like a black diamond, the elegant mesh wrap of black Swarovski crystals and diamond-cut crystals necklace holds an intense unique elixir of Piper-Heidsieck Brut Vintage 2000.

Jean Paul Gaultier have previously designed a red corseted champagne bottle for Piper-Heidsieck in 1999.

“This time, I used latex and fishnet tights, materials that always inspire me. It is like flesh dressed in fishnet. It is the seductive touch of the Parisian woman, but it's also Paris Canaille, Paris CanCan...The red mask adds a touch of mystery and passion and leads us into a champagne universe.”

– Jean Paul Gaultier

Presented in a sensual gift pack shaped like a woman’s mouth, the luxurious set is accompanied by two Schott Zwiesel crystal flutes – a sophisticated combination of black laquer and Piper-Heidsieck red and makes its the perfect collector’s item and Valentine’s Day gift.

Piper-Heidsieck x Jean Paul Gaultier Black Cancan  is priced at S$799 and is available at  Hermitage Wines Retail Outlet, One Marina Boulevard #B1-04/05, Raffles Place, Singapore, 018989, T: +65 6438 1120 from February 2012. Visit Piper-Heidsieck Facebook for more information.

THE HALIA VALENTINE’S DAY SPECIAL MENU / POETIC EXPRESSIONS OF LOVE SET DINNER

This Valentine’s Day, impress your date and celebrate at award winning The Halia Restaurant at its romantic lush greenery location in Singapore Botanic Gardens with Poetic Expressions of Love Set Dinner or Valentine’s Day Special  menu, created loving by Chef Reynaldo Arriola.

The Halia will be providing a complimentary "Phone-sitting" service, where guests can leave their phones with the reception on Valentine's Day to ensure the evening is theirs alone to enjoy.

From 8th to 13th February,  The Valentine's Day Specials a La Carte menu is available and includes appetisers like the Quartet of baked Sydney rock oysters or Foie Gras presse, Main Course - Rangers Valley Waygu beef cheek or Grilled Atlantic mackerel and dessert like Raspberry mousse, rose marshmallow and vanilla Chantilly mascarpone cream or Star anise chocolate.

I was invited to the The Halia Pre-Valentine’s Day Poetic Expressions of Love Set Dinner tasting last week.

Quartet of baked Sydney rock oysters paired with Chardonnay Brut, Whitlands Victoria Australia/ Brown Brothers Patricia Pinot Noir.

Fresh and succulent paired with the most amazing combinations.

Grilled Atlantic mackerel fillet with sauté potatoes, garlic, thyme and rosemary goes well with the soy balsamic glaze. The sauté potatoes is crispy on the outside and soft inside, its so good you cant stop.

Create a 3-course (starter, main course, dessert) set from the A La Carte Valentine's Specials at $108++ per person (Additional $44++ per person for a wine paired menu with 3 glasses of wine, or additional $52++ per person for a menu paired with 1 glass of sparkling wine & 2 glasses of wine)

Raspberry mousse, rose marshmallow and vanilla Chantilly mascarpone cream.  A delightful dessert with a hint of sweetness.

The “Poetic Expressions of Love” 4 course Set Dinner (S$300 nett per couple) will be served only on Valentine’s Day, including a single rose, picture souvenir and sweet surprises (additional $150 nett per couple for a wine paired menu with 4 glasses of wine).

For premium garden-side dining (S$500 nett per couple), it includes a 4-course "Poetic Expressions of Love" menu, a bouquet of roses, picture souvenir PLUS a bottle of sparkling wine, complimentary tea vouchers from The Halia and sweet surprises (additional $150 nett per couple for a wine paired menu with 4 glasses of wine.

The set dinner features Chef's signatures dishes such as the Foie gras presse with apple reduced in port wine and the Star anise chocolate bar served with salty caramel ice cream and strawberry meringue.

Appetiser : Foie Gras presse - Melt in the mouth classic foie gras, classically prepared and refreshly paired with crystallised rose petal, almost too pretty to eat and paired with Brown Brothers 2005 Limited release Riesling, Victoria Australia.

Rangers Valley Waygu beef cheek with sauté shimeiji mushroom, mashed potato, lemon aioli, tomato confit and edamame bean. Another picturous creation that taste as good as it looks. Love the Waygu beef and mushroom with a dash of lemon aioli French dressing.

Star anise chocolate bar, salty caramel ice cream with strawberry meringue – Rich decadence chocolate paired with cold and creamy salt caramel ice cream, sweet notes for the ultimate dessert lovers.

A petite fours was also served, definitely one of my favourite for the night. To keep diners in suspense,  the lovely creation will be a surprise.

Immerse in the romantic atmosphere as each course is served with a mood-enhancing love quote from famous poets, sweeting the evening as the time slips by, climaxing after each course with a special gift.

The highlight of the Poetic Expressions of Love Set Dinner is that a saccharin sweet surprise will be served before each course. Certainly unexpected, it was a pleasing pleasant unforgettable Valentine’s Day experience.

The Halia will also be serving a Valentine’s Day buffet spread serving foie gras, sashimi, seafood and carving ‘LIVE’ stations and deserts at The Villa Halia inclusive of single rose and picture souvenir at S$200 nett per couple.

For reservations of Valentine Special Menu and Poetic Set Dinner, please call (65) 8444 1148 and (65) 6287 0711/ email alicetang@halia.com.sg respectively  *Full payment is required for reservations for the "Poetic Expressions of Love" menu

The Halia Restaurant is located at 1 Cluny Road, Ginger Garden (enter via Tyersall Avenue), Singapore Botanic Gardens Halia. Ring  +65 6287 0711 for enquires and visit The Halia Restaurant and Villa Halia Singapore FaceBook  for more updates.

*Food photographs are taken with the new PRADA L.G 3.0 Smartphone, except for Waygu beef cheek.