BT Lifestyle: Tightening up, but the show must go on

IT'S been a trying past week for the Singapore International Festival of Arts which barely managed to open under strict limitations on May 14 when it was hit yet again when the city went into Heightened Alert (HA) status on May 16.

With performances cancelled and possibly more restrictions in the offing, BTLifestyle looks at how the artists and organisers are coping and what options are left for those not just in the festival but for creative artists in these tumultuous times.

With work-from-home back as the default, we visit one home that - albeit unintentionally - has been perfectly designed for these pandemic times, with plenty of room for the whole family to hangout together, yet with ample private space for each member.

And if you're already missing the joys of dining out and confused by a barrage of takeaway choices, we kick off a weekly spotlight of themed meals to enjoy at home.

This week, we check out some interesting set menus for one that offer variety without wasting money on ala carte items.

And to wash it all down, have some unusual wines delivered to you by some new niche alcohol shops.