Dear Mr. KIA,
I’ve just moved into my spanking new bachelor pad and want to throw a housewarming party, but am too busy working 70 hours a week to put it together. Who else can I turn to, besides my mom?—Party Prince
Dear Party Prince,
If you’re hoping to host a real, grown up affair, one of your best bets is The Hidden Host (54 Blair Rd., 6410-9026, www.thehiddenhost.com). You can keep it simple or turn it into a grand affair, just tell the good folk what you’re after and they’ll customize the food and drinks menu, staffing and even décor. For some entertainment on top of just a drunken party, get in touch with Buddy Jane (40C Hongkong St., 6696-8601, www.buddyjane.com.sg), who’ll hook you up with everything from live bands and Michael Jackson impersonators to stilt walkers and even snake charmers. Of course, they’ll also sort out niggly details like invites and the painful logistics for you.
Dear Mr. KIA,
I’m finally going on that month-long trip around Europe that I’ve been talking about since my graduation from college. I just have one problem: My dog, Ginger. Would you mind pet-sitting for me, pretty please?—Lady and (unfortunately) the Tramp
Dear Lady (or should that be Tramp?),
I’d rather not deal with all the barking and fur, thank you very much. Check your furry friend into The Pet Hotel (20 Pasir Ris Farmway II, 6582-2222, www.pethotel.com.sg), which offers personalized five-star services. They’re the first and only boarding kennel in Singapore to be awarded the prestigious ABKA Accreditation Kennel. Another alternative is the Singapore Pet Hotel (Seletar West Farmway 5, 9652-8428, www.singaporepethotel.com), which allows you to check on your dog during your time apart through photos and videos posted on their online report page.