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Ginger at PARKROYAL on Beach Road is used to called Plaza Brasserie has revamped into an instagram-worthy hotel restaurant. The restaurant interior design has caught attention of public every since it’s opening in mid October last month. The interior design is done by award-wining Singapore-based Australian designer Emma Maxwell. The tropical themed space definitely makes the whole place lighten up and totally different from the past concept. Read More

Johor Road Boon Kee Pork Porridge is a stall located at Yi He Eating House coffee shop. The Hainanese porridge stall has a long way of history. Online reviews shared that they started from a pushcart along Johor Road before moving to the Veerasamy Road. It is also said to be one of the popular porridge stalls in Singapore. Read More

Joo Chiat is well-known for its colourful heritage shophouses that attract tourists to come here for instagram-worthy photos. It is also one of the favourite neighbourhoods with past heritage stories in Singapore. But I am here to explore the food places that are well-received by the locals since travelling out of Singapore is not possible for now. My friends and I went for a food trail recently and here are food places you can add in your list when you are here. I also went back to try other food places in separate days. Read More

Oakwood Premier OUE Singapore is a luxury serviced apartment with an in-house restaurant, Se7enth for guests to have business lunch meetings or cosy gatherings. The contemporary dining restaurant is located at Level 7 of the building. We are here to discover a refreshed ala carte menu designed by Executive Chef Gary Lim. Indulge in a gastronomic journey to the East and West and explore the beautiful harmony of both cultures. Read More

Spago by Wolfgang Puck is located at Level 57 of the well-known attraction spot known as Marina Bay Sands Singapore. The fine dining restaurant has a spectacular view spot overlooking the city of Singapore and another side with the infinity swimming pool of Marina Bay Sands.Spago Singapore is by Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group and their flagship is in California, in Beverly Hills. Others are located in Maui, Las Vegas, Istanbul and Singapore. Read More

Indulge in a new buffet norm experience at M Hotel’s Cafe 2000 where they are running “Meatilicious Carnivores Weekend Buffet” promotion. Known previously for its Seafood Extravaganza Buffet, this new buffet line presents a new rendition with premium roasts and cuts at S$50.00++ per adult (U.P. S$72.00++) and S$25.00++ per child (U.P. S$36.00++). This weekend buffet is applicable on Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 6:00PM to 10:00PM. Read More

Strait Place 1819 located at VivoCity Mall is a new concept by d’Good Cafe. The inspiration comes from Singapore’s food culture with hawker fare. The name “Strait Place 1819” represents an amalgamation of something old and something new. 1819 marks the birth of modern Singapore. Read More

Ginza Shinto located at Mohamed Sultan Road is a newly opened Japanese omakase restaurant helmed by Chef Ron Newton Leo. Chef had over 30 years of sushi counter experience. The restaurant is housed within a conserved heritage shop houses in the neighbourhood of Robertson Quay. Read More

*Updated 04 May 2022*
Apart from pho and rice rolls, banh mi sandwich is also one of the must-try item when we travel to Vietnam. If you are new to it, Banh Mi is a Vietnamese sandwich that is made up with crispy baguette smeared with pate, pickled vegetables, green onion, coriander/cilantro, fresh chillies and seasoning sauce. It is one of fusion Vietnamese street food that uses ingredients that have roots in old Vietnam and French colonial Vietnam. This staple grab and go sandwich is quite hearty and filling too. I had cravings for it and went around to try banh mi. Read More

Art and art history enthusiasts should visit some specific places where art abound. You probably already know some of the most renowned places. Paris, New York, Berlin, you name it. It depends on whether you enjoy art galleries or you prefer street art. For the former, places such as Paris will be best. For the latter, New York is one of the top places. Different places are famous for some particular art forms. However, in this article, we will focus exclusively on visual art. Read More