Christmas

Reflections for 2025: BT Lifestyle catches up with 5 business leaders

IT’S that time of the year – to slow down, take stock, and recalibrate for the challenges that the new year will bring. In this week’s BT Lifestyle, we catch up with five business leaders as they refl...

The demands of the Christmas season are so time-consuming and stressful that they leave neither space nor emotional energy for what really matters – the peaceful enjoyment of Christmas spirit and seasonal goodwill.

The economics of seasonal serenity

Management scholars are making a case study of Christmas

Four Singapore creatives – (from left) Robert Cheng, Talenia Gajardo, Khoo Guo Jie and Leong Hon Kit – share their top gift ideas.
DESIGN

Christmas gifts for design lovers

We ask four professional aesthetes for their recommendations

Il Toro is one of the new restaurants which opened in 2025.

Outlook for F&B industry

[SINGAPORE] As the “annus horribilis” for Singapore’s food and beverage scene comes to an end, are chefs and restaurateurs finally heaving a sigh of relief? Or are they bracing for more challenges in ...

At Parkroyal Collection Marina Bay's Peppermint, festive feasts (from S$72 per adult) spotlight farm-to-table herbs, responsibly sourced seafood and succulent applewood-grilled meats.
SPECIAL FEATURE

Season’s feastings

Ring in the holidays with sumptuous spreads curated by Singapore’s top hotels

Patek Philippe Gondolo Serata “Zebra” Ref 4962/200R
WATCHES

A ‘green’ Christmas with Patek Philippe

The luxury watch brand’s latest ‘Zebra’ timepiece will be highly coveted this festive season

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 31
WATCHES

Rolex sparkles this Christmas

Diamonds say it best this festive season, with timepieces that truly shine

Architect Rene Tan and banker Chuah Woei Woei share a quiet moment in their Christmas-ready home.
DESIGN

Inside architect Rene Tan’s Singapore home this Christmas

Subtle seasonal touches bring warmth to a meticulously designed house

Savour bold wood-fired flavours inspired by chef Jordan Keao’s Hawaiian roots and elevated by culinary finesse at Butcher’s Block.
SPECIAL FEATURE

Timeless Christmas celebrations at Raffles Hotel Singapore

Fine feasts, stylish stays and joyful jubilee make for heartwarming Yuletide memories at the Grand Dame

A towering 10m Christmas tree stands at the centre of the resort’s festive transformation, along with a chance for a photo opportunity with Santa Claus.
BRANDED CONTENT

Lively shows, scenic trails and small acts of giving: The place to make the most of the holiday season

Seasonal performances, islandwide perks and illuminated trails come together at Resorts World Sentosa, offering a brighter, livelier way to spend the season