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    What is Toa Payoh known for besides its central location, facilit ies and a menit ies?Long-time residents share the memories and spots that define this town for them.

    B E Y O N D T H E P H Y S I C A L

    A G O O D T H Y M E W I T H U R B A N F A R M E R S

    T H E N E W L I F E S T Y L E

    We speak to the t eam beh ind Edible Garden Cit y about the hows, whys and whats ofurban farming, and pick up tips on the best herbs and plants to grow at home.

    These days, it seems that almost anything can be obtained with the touch of technology.Find the best apps that bring convenience and more time to your everyday life.

    G U I D E T O T O A PAY O H: C O M M U N I T Y

    To find out more about Gem Residences,call or visit us now.

    – www.gemresidences.sg

    8332 2000 / 8100 1555R026595D R011362C

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    B E Y O N D T H E P H Y S I C A LText by Joy Ho• Photog raphy by Rebecca Toh

    ' ' ” Mdm Choey

    Tan Keng Yang

    Madam Ch oey

    It started with an innocuous question: “Does anyoneknow someone living i n Toa Payoh? A resident, perhaps?” This si mple quest ion sparked m any furthe rones in an extraordinary study of a complex idea: What const itutes a tow n?

    “What would you use to define a person as a ‘resident’of Toa Payoh?” A friend asked. “Is Braddell counted? What about Ba lestie r or Thompson? ” AnotherSingaporean currently based in London joined inthe discourse. “Your boundaries need to be morespecific. Do I have to stay in one of thelorongstobe considered?”

    Toa Payoh today is a bustling town known forits central location and good food that bringSingaporeans on deliberate visits just to satisfy theirappetites. As one of the oldest matured housingestates in the cit y, Toa Payoh is home to a widedemographic of Singaporeans, from the elderlyrelocated from their original kampong vernacularhouses, to the newer generations won over by its well-structured amenities. Through the decades of change,the idea of Toa Payoh as a localised community hasbecome one broadly defined, with one’s affinity to theneighbourhood going beyond physical boundaries.

    The sense of belonging fostered by community spacesand shared experiences is not a new concept. It infact precedes the creation of housing estates, with the kampong spirit going all the way before the relocationof families like 82-year-old Mdm Choey Sui Goh’s, who moved into a two-store y shophouse-mode l flatin Toa Payoh Lorong 1 in 1969. Having lived therefor the past 46 years, Mdm Choey and her childrenhave grown with the changes in the architecture andinfrastructure within and around the neighbourhood.

    “In those days, most of us would walk to school. Thismeant braving the muddy fields when it rained andthe occasional chase by the vi llage dog,” Mdm Choey’sdaughter, Lim Mei Hoong, chuckled. “Life was toughbut everyone went through it so we tried to look out forone another as much as we could.”

    In typical kampong style, Mdm Choey would often play host to kinderga rten stude nts who st udied in t he pre-school next to he r shophouse: “The kid s wouldcome over once their classes ended. Their parents andgrandparents were often caught up with work, so I’d just give them some biscuit s and a drin k,” she relat es.“It’s safer than letting t hem run around outside ontheir own.”

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    A C U T A B O V E T H E R E S T

    Welcome to the contemporar y lifest yle. Liv ingat Gem Residences means comfort in a housefitted with thoughtful design, carrying the age-old refinery of world-class brands like SMEGand Hansgrohe. Multiple facilities from outdoorteppanyaki and grill pavilions to a spaciousclubhouse with cooking facilities, and a 50mswimming pool to unparalleled views from rooftopspaces, cater for every facet of living. Being in oneof Singapore’s most mature estates also means that

    the best hawker food and daily essentials are withineasy reach. Even if you need to step out, the 12,154 sqmdevelopment’s location at Toa Payoh Lorong 5 is justminutes’ drive from the city’s prime shopping belt and walkin g distanc e from two MRT stati ons.

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    Hawker centres, cafes, restaurants and eateries —take your pick from Toa Payoh’s varied choicesor have them delivered to your doorstep bythe Gem Residences concierge. Check out ourrecommendations in the Food issue!

    D O Y O U K N O W ?

    Her gesture of kindness followed them all the way intoadulthood. “Even though many of them have movedout of Toa Payoh, they’ll still drop by just for a quick‘hello popo’!” Mdm Choey beams.

    It may no longer be the same kampong times but younger gen erations s till f ind communi ty spir it inserendipitous spaces. Tan Keng Yang, 24, grew up atBalestier Road but spent much of his childhood in ToaPayoh. “I don’t ‘live’ in Toa Payoh, but no matter whereI go, I end up there,” He says. “It has everything andalmost all the buses from my house area wind up at ToaPayoh Central anyway.”

    Certain spaces in the neighbourhood also hold specialmemories for him. Pointing at a mid-building openspace at Block 79D in Toa Payoh central, Keng Yangrecounted the story of how he had discovered thisarea with his friends.

    “This block had just been built so not many peopleknew this ‘secret’ hideout, and I felt like it wasmy personal space,” he paused for a brief moment.“Actually, it felt like it wasour space — one of themany parts of Toa Payoh that was like home.”

    So where does Toa Payoh begin and end? Who can callthemselves a resident of the town? When personal andcollective memories form such a large part of how wenavigate through spaces, perhaps the boundaries canonly be physical. With constant spatial change, theaffinity individuals have with spaces remains stronglydefined by their own memories and stories.

    Just ask Mdm Che oy and her daug hter, who sti ll watch Toa Payoh chang e with t he times . Bothexpressed pleasure in seeing the revitalisation of theneighbourhood, especially after the entrance of moderncafes such as Creamier and The Daily Press. “The youngster s come from a ll over Si ngapore!” Mdm Limexclaims. “It can be as far as Jurong or Little India."

    But Mdm Choey knows best what brings peopletogether, whether it’s a simple snack of biscuits anda drink or handmade ice-cream crafted with love:“Everyone loves good food and almost everyone lovesto eat. It doesn’t matter which part of Singapore youare from. Good food wil l bring people together,”she smiles.

    Toa Payohstill exudes

    the old- worldcharm now lostin some modernhousing estates.

    “It’s so convenientto cycle to these

    community spacesaround Toa Payoh!”

    “Practise at the drivingrange nearby or enjoycomplimentary golf

    at the award-winningcourses of Horizon HillsGolf & Country Club!”

    “I’d definitely will want tocontinue to stay here, it's reallyconvenient and it really smellslike home. It's situated at thecentral area of Singapore andit's convenient to wherever I wantto go!” — Shermin Teo, resident for 20 years

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    T H E N E W L I F E S T Y L EText by Alexandra Teng• Photog raphy by Rebecca Toh

    Carousell is a relatively reliable platform forSingaporeans to buy, sell and trade items. A quicksearch will bring you to beauty products, apparel andelectronics among other tangibles. Remember that while you’re lo oking to buy, there is someone loo king tosell, so prices are usually affordable and negotiable.

    Discount havenGroupon also has an app that’s wortha browse when you’re on the go. Sometimes you can evencome across a bargain almost too good to be true.

    Sugar is also a discount app that’s localised to eateries within your vici nity. In t he same for mat, users purchaseseasonal vouchers for later use. Who knows, you mightfind a place you already frequent and have the samemeal for a fraction of its usual price!

    Ready for a savvy revamp and digital declutter? The answer to keeping your resolutions, living better and feeling more fulfilledmight just be free to download. By simplifying arduous tasks and shaving off minutes from day-to-day undertakings, these appsallow us to focus on the now and free up time for our loved ones. Read on for a low-down on some of the most functional and

    relevant apps around (free unless otherwise stated) — you may be surprised with what they c an bring to your life!

    B A G A B I G D E A LCitymapper prides itself in being the ultimate globaltransit app that does all t he math to provide all options when you’re sea rching for t he shortes t route to you rdestination. Real-time disruption alerts are certainto be great lifesavers too.

    Uber is giving taxi companies in 380 cities a run fortheir money with location-based booking and seamlesscredit card deduction without the typical surcharges.The idea of hopping on to a stranger’s car may firstseem bizarre, but the rating system keeps unpleasantexperiences in check.Grab, formerly known asGrabTaxi, functions similarly by connecting passengersto taxi or car drivers directly using the phone’s GPS.

    G L O C A L C O M M U T E

    You can now seamlessly link up Whatsa pp on your phone wi th your des ktop and car ry out longe rconversations there. Simply go to the web messengerat https://web.whatsapp.com/ , scan the QR with your phone and have them syn ced in an instant . Viola!

    W H AT E L S E I S U P ?

    Magzter is for the avid reader who prefers to read publicati ons via t heir mobil e device . The app of fersunlimited access to over 100,000 different magazinesfrom Singapore and beyond with a subscription fee of just $9.90 a mont h.

    Netflix , which finally made its way to Singapore this year, also has an app. One can brows e and strea moriginal series, documentaries and feature films on alltheir devices, ad-free and on-demand.

    Popcorn is your one-stop app when searching forcinema showtimes and booking tickets in advance nomatter which theatre you're looking at.

    L E I S U R E M A D E E A S Y

    STJobs is a job search app from the portal that hasbeen running for a good ten years and featuresa database of 50,000 employers for job seekers to lookup. Its offshootFastJobs serves the same function,but is catered to freelancers and part-timers.

    MOH iHealth SG displays clinics, hospitals andnursing homes nearest to you at a glance. You canalso search up TCM practitioners, dentists andoptometrists. Though probably not for everyday use,it definitely comes in handy when you least ex pect it.

    Helpling allows users in many countries to hirea qualified housekeeper who is insured and experiencedfor a fixed rate of $20 p er hour. Repeat bookings canalso be made.

    H E L P F R O M A L L A R O U N D

    Need privacy?Lack of space?

    Too little time?Gem Residences

    concierge offers youthe convenience ofon-demand house-

    keeping and laundryservices.

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    smart lockers onlyaccessible by you!

    Get even more convenience fromthe comfort of your home with theGem Residences concierge app. Youcan arrange for your groceries to bedelivered, order that limited-edition

    bottle of whiskey, or even book a tableat a Michelin-starred restaurant!

    D O Y O U K N O W ?All the seconds saved can add up to precioushours, but it can get messy to have too manyapps. At Gem Residences, all you need is oneapp for access to a full range of services. Turnto Page 2 to find out where you can spend theextra time!

    The conciergecan connect you

    with ex perienc edfolks to solve your IT and

    network problemseffortlessly.

    KFIT gives access to 570 partners and at least 2,000classes and activities, from yoga to crossfit and even spafacilities, for $99 a month. You can also enjoy exclusivediscounts when you join from this link:https://access. kfit.com/in i te/enhwi. Passport Asia andGuavaPass have similar offerings, but are pricier.

    MoveSum is a pedometer that puts your paces intocontext. It shows how much of a specic food item you’veburnt with the number of steps you took in a day andhelps you set goals for streaks that are seven days long.

    B R E A K A S W E AT

    Redmart makes shopping for groceries and household products an a bsolute bree ze with e veryth ing fromfreshly-made flatbreads to beauty products andmaternity care — all in one place. The delivery feeof $7 is waived with a minimum spend of $49.

    Honestbee, on the other hand, allows you to browseand purchase from individual vendors such as PetLovers Centre, GNC and local supermarkets NTUCand Cold Storage. Delivery costs $10 and is waived with a mi nimum spe nd of $30.

    S T O C K I N G U P

    SoShiok makes for a comprehensive local food guide with cont ributions f rom exper ts and amat eurs ali ke.Not only great for discovering new restaurants or cafes,it also provides recipes for any cuisine. With its armChope, you can make reservations at pretty much anylocal restaurant without the need for calls.

    Foodpanda andDeliveroo are the perfect solutions forfood cravings that emerge in the comfort of home. Theever-increasing number of restaurants you can choosefrom will leave one spoilt for choice. Delivery also costsless than five dollars.

    D I N I N G I N O R O U T

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    A G O O D T H Y M E W I T H A N U R B A N F A R M E R

    Text by Shena Na• Photog raphy by Rebecca Toh

    Lover of nature with a curious heart and passion for sharing her interest, 29 year-old Tham Siang Yu is an urban farmerat Edible Garden City — a team championing the “Grow Your Own Food” movement in Singapore. Rooftop gardens

    and microgreen farms are her workspaces and she seeks to connect hearts with soil and seeds.

    HOW DID YOU BECOME AN URBAN FARMER?I have always been in search of ex periences otherthan sightseeing in my travels. An opportunity camealong to work at organic farms in France and I reallyenjoyed it. As hoped for, I was deeply involved and gota lot closer to the locals. The work was meaningfuland bore long-term benefits. I was there for over two years! Com ing home, I felt the n eed to be i n a farmagain. Edible Garden C ity is perfect as the business isnot about commercial farming. We educate and createawareness. I see value in that.

    WORKI NG ON ORG ANIC FAR MS IN FR ANCEMUST BE A SUPERB EXPERIENCE. WHAT DIDYOU FIND MOST INSPIRING?The respect the locals have for their food and the presence of a communit y fascin ated me. In one of thefarming villages I was working at, there are only sevenhouseholds. Everyone grows different crops and barter-trade their produce. There’s a lot more ‘nearness’ to your food — you kno w exactl y who grew y our carrotsand potatoes, and who made your cheese. It’s amazing.

    THAT SOUNDS MAGICAL. DO YOU THINKYOU CAN FIND SOMETHING SIMILAR HERE?In France, there are farmers’ markets every weekend.One challenge we face in Singapore is space. Our farmersare unable to produce enough and so farmers’ markets inSingapore are rare events. That said, the local produce atour farmers’ markets are usually sold out by midday andthat means more people are interested in local produce.It’s a good thing.

    HOW IS EDIBLE GARDENING IN SINGAPOREUNI UE FROM WHAT YOU’VE EXPERIENCED ABROAD?Many young Singaporeans are starting their ownbusinesses by creating food items from local produce.It’s a nice initiative — different from the conventionalfarmers’ markets, but nice. More people have the chanceto taste homemade jams and pestos. I am hopeful thatone day, they would ask: “Can I make my own jam too?”and “How can I grow my own veggies?”

    URBAN FARMING OR SLOW FOOD?I think it works both ways. If you’ve already caughton the slow food movement, you’d have realised theimportance of knowing where your food comes from.You’d appreciate growing and using ingredients in itsrawest and most natural form — and that would take you back to g rowing.

    On the flip-side, if you have yet to jump on the slowfood bandwagon but are growing your own kangkong,basil, and motr, you’ll soon be treating your plants asorganically as possible, because as most of the urbanfarmers would say: “I'll not put chemicals in my plantsthat I’ll be eating.” So yes, both are equally important.

    WHAT PL ANTS DO YOU HAV E AT HOM E, AND IS Y OUR FAMI LY SUPPORTI VE?There are pumpkin, eggplant, cucumber and bean plants at h ome. My mum gr ows medici nal plant s forher personal use too. She was first i nspired to start herown vegetable garden after I started bringing homemy produce. When I was too drained from work tomaintain my plants at home, she began scooping outthe seeds and planting them. Now, my brother and hisfamily have a starter kit for their kid to learn how toharvest basil for cooking.

    HOW DO YOU THINK URBAN FARMING AFFECT S THE C OMMU NITY?For one, initiatives by private and public housingestates provide community spaces that are conducivefor all ages to bond. Everyone has something to see,touch and smell. It’s experiential. One of my clientsbrings her son to water the garden together everymorning. For them, this is bonding time. Somethingas simple as that can slowly build relationships with the people you live wit h.

    COULD THIS BE THE NEXT BIG THINGIN SINGAPORE?Urban farming may seem like a new fad for the young,but my personal observation is that it’s been here fora long time. There’s an older generation that has beengrowing plants in the community gardens at HDBestates long before this explosion of interest in urbanfarming. We visit these uncles and aunties and find outthat many are into edible gardening because of healthissues. They’d tell us: “Ahh, I feel so much better ‘cos Iknow exactly what goes into my food.” Urban farmingis an old trade that had been dying here. Edible GardenCity wishes to bridge that gap between the youngerand older generations, and to get the young interestedin carrying on this tradition.

    IF YOU’RE STUCK ON AN ISLAND WITHNOTHING BUT ONE PLANT, WHICH WOULDIT BE?(Laughs) This is something I’ve seriously thoughtabout. The answer is simple — sweet potato. I love root vegetabl es, the t ubers… and th ese are wh at I’d li ke togrow eventually in my own farm. Sweet potatoes groweasily and fill you up, and you can e at the leaves too!

    Be an urban farmer at Gem Re sidences with your own rente d garden plot . Enjoy thesatisfaction of using your own herbs in cookingand meet like-minded green thumbs within your resident ial est ate.

    D O Y O U K N O W ?

    from l eft to right: Tham S iang Yu, Rob Pe arce, Bjorn Low, f rom Edi ble Gar den Cit y

    Trade gardening secretsand maybe even barter-

    trade your produce with nei ghbours i n the

    Edible Garden plots!

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    H E R B S F O R Y O U RK I T C H E N G A R D E N

    Text by Shena Na • Photogra phy by Rebecca Toh

    There’s nothing more satisfying that snipping off fresh herbs from your own plantto add that “oomph” of flavours to your cooking. Check out these herb plants to start with.

    These herbs are perfect complements to yourfresh grills at any one of the outdoor cookingareas or breezy rooftop pavilions. You’d besurprised at the new dimensions they can bringto bakes. Join the classes at the clubhouse tofind out more!

    D O Y O U K N O W ?

    THE HOME CHEFThe home chef is inspired by fresh ingredients,new flavours and grandma’s food. He or she willhave a garden bursting with aromas, flavours andcolours. Bushes of green explode at every corner with popu lar plant s such as k ang kong andamaranth. Blue butterfly-pea flowers blossomand call out to be used in blue rice or hot tea. While t he home chef cares more f or the qual ityof the plants than the aesthetic, the garden willbe thriving with all sorts of potted fresh herbs, vegetabl es and frui ts in a ru stic, fa rm-like be auty.

    THE OFFICE WARRIOR The office warrior moves fast and lives lifeto the fullest. Greens in the garden reflect hisor her strong personality, one of which are thehardy succulents that f lower independently,requiring little to none watering. Aloe verais a popular choice for serving dual purposes— both for its refreshing look as well as fleshand juice that can be effectively transformedinto an uplifting drink or a soothing skin cream.Minimalist and clean, the garden spot could beconfined in a terrarium or hanging high as an

    air plant.THE WILD CHILDThe wild child simply wants to have fun.Young or old, the wild child enjoys sinkingfingers into soil and harvesting all kinds offruits and vegetables. Lettuce are entertainingto harvest, while beans of all sorts are fun to pluck and pop . The wi ld child i s eccent ric andsensitive, easily drawn to scent and texture. Hisor her garden teases the senses not just by touch,but sight and smell too. There will be a citrusy,minty scent in the air, perfumed by the lemonbalm and mint plants. Flowers of the butterfly pea plant s and tarrag on sprin kle colou rs of blueand yellow everywhere.

    W H I C H H O M EG A R D E N E R W O U L D Y O U B E ?

    Descri ption Commonly known as “sweet Thai”, the Thai basil plant(ocimum basilicum var. thyrsiflora) is a member of themint family. It has the sweet flavour reminiscent ofanise, licorice and clove, and is generally used as a freshherb in recipes.

    Growing Tip(s) Thai Basil is a sun lover. Allow 6 hours under direct,unobstructed sunlight daily. Water weekly from thebase, avoiding the leaves. The plant grows to a heightbetween 12 to 18 inches, with leaves of 1 to 2 incheslong on purple stems. It bears purple f lowers and isa perennial plant.

    Harvest Tip(s) Mornings are the best timing for harvesting as the plants’ e ssentia l oils a nd flavours are at thei r peak. Water prior to har vestin g for an inte nsifie d flavour.

    Use(s) Blend to make Thai pesto, freeze with juices for popsicle s, inf use with vinega r or oil to f lavour food suc has chicken, pork and beef. Crush the leaves and inhalethe basil aroma to refresh after a long stressful day.

    Descri ption Curry leaf(murraya koenigii) is native to India anda favoured herb in many Asian dish recipes. The leaf issmall and shiny with a pungent aroma. The tree growsup to 20 feet in height.

    Growing Tip(s) Full exposure to sunlight and well-drained soil arerequirements for a strong curry leaf plant. It is mostimportant to leave the roots undisturbed. Whenchanging pots, move the plant with soil kept intactaround its roots.

    Harves t Tip(s) The curry leaf plant is pervasive — the more youharvest, the bushier the plant becomes. There will bean endless supply to harvest.

    Use(s) Add to gravy, stews and soups for extra flavour and toabsorb its antioxidant properties. The juice or paste ofthe leaves can be use topically for quick healing of skinirritation and to strengthen hair roots.

    T H A I B A S I L C U R R Y L E A F

    Descri ption Just as its name impl ies, the lemongras s(cymbopogoncitratus) smells of lemons, only mi lder and sweeter.The taste is sli ghtly citrusy without being sour.

    Growing Tip(s) Lemongrass are tall and grow in a cluster of two tofive feet high. They thrive in warm, moist and humidconditions. Interestingly, a bathroom makes a goodspot with its humidity and moisture. Just be sure to place the plant by a w indow with strong sun light.

    Harvest Tip(s) The most edible part of the lemongrass is its whitebase that is close to the roots. This marks the spotfor snapping or cutting, or simply to twi st and pullit from the ground. Start with older stalks that havea diameter of ¼ to ½ inch.

    Use(s) The white base is used for cooking Asian dishes,such as Thai curry and noodle soups. T he entire plant, wi th the ex ception o f its roots , makes fo r goodtea. Its oils are effective in repelling insects and work well as a d isinfe ctant.

    Descri ption The peppermint(Mentha × piperita) grows wildin wet shaded spots and can grow up to 2 feet tall.Its refreshing aroma, minty taste and therapeutic properti es make t he peppe rmint pl ant one of the firstfew choices to grow at home.

    Growing Tip(s) As one of the easiest herbs to grow, the peppermint’sroots has a tendency to spread too v igorously. Cultivatein containers or surround the plant with wood edgingin a garden.

    Harves t Tip(s) For a longer harvesting season, pinch off the floweringbuds. Avoid picking the leaves until the herb reaches1 foot in height to prevent weakening the plant.

    Use(s) To be enjoyed fresh or dried. The mint leaves addzest to salad or fruit cocktails. Boil and drink as arefreshing mint tea to relieve digestion and calm thenerves. The stems and tops can be mixed into a hotbath to ease tired muscles and sti ff joints.

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