I’d recently won 4 vouchers for art jamming sessions (usual price: $48) at Arteastiq and invited three pals to join me yesterday at Arteastiq, Mandarin Gallery. 
We’d picked the earliest time slot (11am to 2pm) and arriving early has its perks – you get to select your preferred seat, for one. And I wasn’t expecting this but the complimentary vouchers also entitled us to one drink each and I went for the cold lychee tea, as usual. 
Here’s Steven demonstrating the broad brush strokes as he started on his masterpiece inspired by his son’s famous work:
Bosco’s take on the equally-famous ‘Scream’ painting was hilarious. I suggested that he name this ‘Valentine’s Day’ as there’s a couple in the background apparently kissing, and the screaming figure is running away from them while holding a camera above his/its head. So creative / imaginative!
I went with cutesy kitty…
And then we had a fabulous lunch at Arteastiq…
Wayfarer’s Picnic – Shell Pasta Beef Bolognese $16
Waltz in the Wave – Squid Ink Spaghetti $18
Myth of the Sea – Sambal Sea Bass & Dry Laksa $25
I was the one who had the sea bass + laksa and I have to say that it’s truly delicious. I would order this again.
Surfing with Mermaids – Pan Seared Salmon $20
I like how there’s a buzzer on each table which you can use to get the attention of the wait staff…
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It’s pretty impressive how this business has survived so many years. The winning concept of a luxurious setting (where taitais can have high tea) paired with scrumptious food and the option of having a truly relaxing art jamming sesh with everything you need provided for you – drink, apron, paints, brushes, palette, canvas.
I’m certainly looking forward to more art jamming sessions at Arteastiq. After all, I do still have lots of wall space at home.