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Straits Times
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Straits Times
Show Picks: Concerts by Pat Metheny and Ernie Zakri, Fudge party
(Clockwise from top left) American jazz guitarist and composer Pat Metheny, home-grown singer-songwriter Dita Jacob and Malaysian singer Ernie Zakri. PHOTOS: PAT METHENY/FACEBOOK, GROOVETOP, SAH ENTERTAINMENT Esplanade Presents – Mosaic Music Series – Pat Metheny Dream Box/MoonDial Tour American jazz guitarist Pat Metheny will be back in Singapore. This time for a show that is part of his global tour in support of his last two albums, Dream Box (2023) and MoonDial (2024). The 20-time Grammy winner will play songs off the two albums, as well as cuts from his extensive and genre-stretching discography. MoonDial, which comprises songs written while he was on a tour for Dream Box, features him playing solo with a custom-built nylon-string baritone guitar. He will perform originals, as well as covers such as US jazz great Chick Corea's You're Everything and The Beatles' Here, There And Everywhere. Metheny last performed in Singapore at the same venue in March 2020, right before live concerts were cancelled because of the Covid-19 pandemic. Where: Esplanade Concert Hall, 1 Esplanade Drive MRT: Esplanade When: May 30, 8pm Admission: From $65 via Sistic (go to or call 6348-5555) Aura: Ernie Zakri – Live In Concert Singapore Malaysian singer Ernie Zakri will stage her first solo concert in Singapore. PHOTO: SAH ENTERTAINMENT Malaysian singing powerhouse Ernie Zakri's upcoming show will be her first solo concert in Singapore. The 32-year-old first made her name after she won prominent Malaysian singing competition Bintang RTM in 2009. She has since racked up hits such as Aku Cinta (2017), a duet with her husband and fellow singer Syamel; Gundah (2019); and Masing Masing (2023), a duet with Indonesian singer Ade Govinda. The singer has won multiple awards throughout her career, the latest being the Best Vocal prize at the 39th Anugerah Juara Lagu awards in February. Where: The Theatre at Mediacorp, 1 Stars Avenue MRT: one-north When: May 31, 8pm Admission: $78 via Sistic Fudge Home-grown singer-songwriter Dita Jacob is one of the acts performing at Fudge, a party celebrating Indian and South Asian music. PHOTO: GROOVETOP Billed as a multisensory celebration of Indian and South Asian music, Fudge is a multi-genre party that brings together some stellar talents from the home-grown music scene. The music ranges from classical ragas and hip-hop to house music and electronica, and the line-up feature s live musicians and DJs. They include singer-songwriter Dita Jacob, guitar virtuoso Isuru Wijesoma and veteran percussionist DrummerNoor, as well as DJs Ramesh, Tashasan and NashD. There will also be henna artists as well as dosa tacos from Maha Co, the Mexican-Indian eatery co-founded by Singapore rapper Yung Raja. Where: Ida's Bar, 02-21 Gillman Barracks, 9 Lock Road MRT: Labrador Park When: May 31, 6pm Admission: From $40, go to Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
CairoScene
28-03-2025
- General
- CairoScene
The Only Kahk Guide You Actually Need This Eid
This kahk guide might cause a sugar-induced coma, but it'll save you from embarrassing yourself with kahk that tastes like cardboard. Ramadan is wrapping up, and with it comes that mix of relief and nostalgia—the long fasts, the family gatherings that sometimes feel like cross-examinations, and the sugar-fueled madness of dessert season. Pistachios have dominated the month, sneaking into kunafa, brownies, cakes—anything that could hold a handful. But now, all roads lead to Eid, and there's only one true headliner: kahk. Eid without kahk is like iftar without soup: technically possible, but spiritually questionable. And let's be clear, not all kahk is created equal. The right one crumbles just enough, melts on cue, and makes you momentarily regret every diet decision you've ever made. But choosing wisely? That's where things get serious. Do you go classic—powdered sugar-drenched kahk, because nostalgia hits hard? Or do you take a risk—stuffed kahk, because you enjoy a little suspense in life? This decision will shape your Eid, so proceed with caution. Then comes the real dilemma: the family bakery kahk (the one your grandmother swears by, even though it's seen better days), or do you break tradition and try something new? Either way, choose wisely. Your dignity—and your post-Eid sugar coma—depend on it. Les Dames 📍Branches all over Egypt Eid's best-kept secret—or at least, it was. The kind of kahk you bite into and immediately regret telling people about because now you have to share. Le Carnaval 📍Branches all over Egypt Eid's poshest kahk—the one to bring when you need to impress your in-laws or remind your friends you have taste. Rich, buttery, and dressed for the occasion. Mandarine Koueidar 📍Branches all over Egypt Eid's most reliable kahk—zero surprises, just perfectly made, every time. The kahk equivalent of your favorite pair of shoes: classic, comfortable, and always the right choice. Tortina 📍Branches all over Egypt Eid's most aesthetically pleasing kahk—because dessert should look as good as it tastes. Their Dream Box by Amr Helmy isn't just packaging, it's a coffee table centerpiece. Simonds 📍Branches all over Egypt Eid's generational kahk—the one that's been passed down, bakery to table, from one family gathering to the next. One bite and you'll understand why it never left rotation. Canelé Patisserie 📍129 El Sayed El Marghany, Heliopolis & The Nox, New Cairo Eid's elegant kahk—the one that looks like it belongs on a silver tray at a Parisian café. Serve it when you want to convince your family you have your life together. Amaretti 📍U-Venues, New Cairo & Arkan Plaza, Sheikh Zayed Eid's heartfelt kahk—not the flashiest, but the one made with real care. Every bite feels intentional, like it was baked by someone who actually loves what they do. Sale Sucré 📍Branches all over Egypt Eid's most effortless kahk—flaky, light, and the perfect balance of comfort and elegance. Ideal for the Eid gathering you didn't have to overthink. Sedra 📍Branches all over Egypt Eid's undercover star—not the loudest, but quietly one of the best. Flavorful, simple, and something you'll be talking about long after the holiday ends. El Abd 📍Branches all over Egypt Eid's classic kahk—the one that never lets you down. Nostalgic, comforting, and always just a little more indulgent than you remember. Voila 📍Top 90 Mall, New Cairo Eid's showstopper kahk—the one that arrives at the table and makes everyone reconsider their choices. Elegant, refined, and effortlessly impressive. Coppermelt 📍Branches all over Egypt Eid's decadent kahk—buttery, rich, and just indulgent enough to make you forget about portion control. Luxurious without trying too hard. La Poire 📍Branches all over Egypt Eid's most nostalgic kahk—flaky, light, and straight-up homey. The one that reminds you of childhood without trying to be anything more than what it is. Tseppas 📍Branches all over Egypt Eid's original kahk—your grandmother's gold standard. The kind she'd smuggle home in her purse, because some traditions are worth keeping. Thomas Patisserie 📍Branches all over Egypt Eid's unexpected kahk—not the first place you'd think of, but suddenly, it's all anyone is talking about. A little different, a lot delicious. Etoile 📍Branches all over Egypt Eid's most beloved kahk—the bakery equivalent of a blockbuster. When it's on the table, no one's pretending they don't want a piece. Mr. Baker 📍Branches all over Egypt Eid's comfort kahk—warm, familiar, and always there when you need it. Nola 📍Branches all over Egypt Eid's modern classic—rooted in tradition but never afraid of a little reinvention. The kind of kahk that feels both familiar and refreshingly new.
