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8 Pokémon-Inspired Food & Drinks That Are Almost Too Adorable To Eat
What Is Mid-Autumn Festival and Where To Celebrate in Singapore
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5 Activities In Singapore You Can Take Part In During Mid-Autumn Festival
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Located in the vicinity of horse stables at Turf Club Road, Tin Hill Social serves as a great hang-out spot to kick back with good food and drinks. The food, in general, is pretty hearty with meats and heavier sharing items, and a selection of alcoholic beverages from wines to cocktails.
The area is split up into a few sections – an indoor and alfresco area and a standalone bar.
The spacious and relaxing vibes of Tin Hill Social makes it a very popular spot for people of all ages. When night falls, the restaurant gets pretty romantic – perfect for couples to treat themselves to some good food and drinks too. Here is what you can look out for at Tin Hill Social.
There are small and big plates available, with a good selection of sharing items for big groups. Some of these items include Hay Smoked Quail Eggs with Quinoa and Caviar (S$ 14) and Australian Darling Downs BMS* 6+ Wagyu Tartare (S$ 26.50).
The latter is a party of flavours and is served on a hollowed bone marrow. The mixture of Italian black truffle, the fresh meat, grana padano, quail egg and the dressing, makes it a delicious bite when eaten with a crisp crostini.
For mains, go right for the Tin Hill Darling Downs BMS 4+ Wagyu Brisket Burger (S$ 28.50). If burger is not your thing, try the Risotto (S$ 28). The taste of Porcini mushroom in each bite was distinct and fragrant. Mix in the half-cooked egg and egg yolk for a creamy texture.
Dining at Tin Hill Social will not be complete without a glass of wine or cocktail.
Tin Hill Social
100 Turf Club Road
Singapore 287992
Tel: +65 6466 0966
Tue to Fri: 10am – 12am
Sat & Sun: 9am – 12am
Closed: Mon
Nearest Station: Sixth Avenue
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Oktoberfest is a German beer festival that has been around since 1810. The popularity of this boozy event has grown so tremendously that even non-German cities all over the world celebrate it on an annual basis.
Needless to say, Singapore too celebrates this joyous occasion! Beer never gets old, right?
Here are 7 Places in Singapore Where You Can Celebrate Oktoberfest.
#1 BREWERKZ
Every Oktoberfest, the Clarke Quay precinct will transform into a vibrant German-themed carnival and award-winning microbrewery restaurant Brewerkz is one of the participating tenants in this fun-filled festival. Usher into Oktoberfest with Brewerkz’s comprehensive selection of handcrafted beers and American-style dishes.
301 Merchant Rd
Riverside Point
Singapore 058282
Tel: +65 6438 7438
Sun to Thu: 12pm – 12am
Fri and Sat: 12pm – 1am
Nearest Station: Clarke Quay
#2 BROTZEIT GERMAN BIER BAR & RESTAURANT
Brotzeit German Bier Bar & Restaurant is the go-to place for authentic German cuisine and German beers. Unwind with loved ones over Münchner Lagers and Franziskaner Hefe-Weissbiers; the former is a slightly malty Bavarian treat, while the latter is an aromatic golden wheat beer with a fruity aftertaste.
252 North Bridge Road, #01-17
Raffles City Shopping Centre
Singapore 179103
Tel: +65 6883 1534
Sun to Thu: 12pm – 1am
Fri and Sat: 12pm – 2am
Nearest Station: City Hall
#3 FESTIVE WALK, RESORTS WORLD SENTOSA
Held on 01 October 2016, from 7pm to 2am, Oktoberfest at Festive Walk, Resorts World Sentosa will feature a gourmet line-up of German delicacies. Michelin-starred and celebrity chef restaurants – namely CURATE, Fratelli, Forest and Osia Steak and Seafood Grill – will be launching specially created bratwurst sausages on this very day.
8 Sentosa Gateway
Sentosa Island
Singapore 098269
Tel: +65 6577 8888
Nearest Station: Harbourfront
Source: Oktoberfest Asia
#4 OKTOBERFEST ASIA
Held from 13 – 15 October 2016, Oktoberfest Asia 2016 will be a large scale boozy event. Visitors can look forward to free-flow festive brews that are available only during Oktoberfest Asia, live performances by Hofbrauhaus Band and irresistible Bavarian dishes. Regular tickets start from S$ 70 per pax.
Tan Queue Lan Street
Singapore 188108
Nearest Station: Bugis
#5 PAULANER BRÄUHAUS SINGAPORE
Paulaner Bräuhaus Singapore is celebrating Oktoberfest from 23 September 2016 till 01 October 2016. There will be a kids-friendly Oktoberfest Brunch held on 25 September 2016 from 11.30am to 3.30pm. Treat yourselves to Munich speciality classics while enjoying the traditional and modern Bavarian tunes performed live by Scharivar Sextett.
9 Raffles Boulevard
#01-01, Millenia Walk
Singapore 039596
Tel: +65 6883 2572
Mon to Fri: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Sat: 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Sun: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Promenade
Source: Stuttgart Blackforest
#6 STUTTGART BLACKFOREST BOUTIQUE S-CAFE
Stuttgart Blackforest Boutique S-Cafe is aptly named after southwestern German city Stuttgart. The cafe-cum-restaurant specialises in Swabian cuisine and you can expect dishes such as pork knuckle and black forest cake. Kickstart the Oktoberfest party with their exclusively imported German beers.
9 Bras Basah Road, #01-01
Rendezvous Hotel Gallery
Singapore 189559
Nearest Station: Bras Basah
Source: Swiss Club
#7 SWISS CLUB
Held across five days from 07 – 11 September 2016, admission tickets to Swiss Club’s Oktoberfest range from S$ 29++ per adult to S$ 798 for a table of eight. Be ready to party like there’s no tomorrow! Those with little ones should visit on a Sunday for the Family Brunch, as there will be bouncy castles, balloon sculpting and more.
36 Swiss Club Road
Singapore 288139
Tel: +65 6591 9420
Daily: 10am – 8pm
Nearest Station: Botanical Gardens
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Poké-mania dawned upon us a couple of weeks ago. We have since seen an increase in the number of Poké-inspired food and drinks all over the world after the release of Pokémon Go.
Tons of creative ideas were stemmed from this augmented reality game; restaurants and cafes have come up with Pokémon character doughnuts, burgers and even coffee! The fact is, the world hasn’t gotten enough of Pokémon just yet.
Here are 8 Pokémon-Inspired Food & Drinks That Are Almost Too Adorable To Eat, that Pokémon Go lovers will go gaga over.
Image: food.theaureview.com
#1 DOUGHNUT TIME – POKÉMON DOUGHTNUTS
An Australian cafe has created this sinful treat. Besides looking like an adorable Pokéball, the doughnuts are stuffed generously with Nutella. It sure does not get any better than this.
Image: www.foodbeast.com
#2 DOWN ’N OUT – POKÉMON BURGERS
You must have seen photos of this everywhere on social media by now. Down’N Out’s has created three types of Pokémon burgers – each with different flavours – as a tribute to the world’s current favourite game.
Image: Instagram
#3 FATCAT ICE CREAM BAR – POKÉBALL
Fatcat Ice Cream Bar in Singapore is riding on the trend, and they have created this spherical sweet treat. Calling all Pokémon masters, this is surely something to photograph and try!
Image: pictigar.com
#4 HONEY & BUTTER – POKÉMON MACARONS
Check out these Pokémon-shaped macarons from Honey & Butter! They come in Vaporeon and Eevee.
#5 JEN’S KITCHEN ON-THE-GO – RED VELVET LATTE
Jen’s Kitchen On-the-Go wowed us with the cutest Poké latte! The top of the latte is shaped like a perfect Pokéball with red velvet powder, and you bet the coffee is really aromatic!
Image: Instagram
#6 POKÉMON DOUGHNUTS
Instagrammer, @vickiee_yo baked these stunning doughnuts and they are truly too pretty to eat, especially that vivid orange Charmander!
Image: www.dailymail.co.uk
#7 SISKO CHOCOLATE – POKÉSPHERE
A chocolate shaped as a spherical Pokéball is just what we need. Sisko Chocolate combined this delight with a shot of hot espresso to create the coolest mocha ever.
Image: www.foodbeast.com
#8 THE LOOP – PIKACHURRO
The Loop’s Pikachurro might just be the cutest thing ever! How creative is it?! You can have the churro on its own, or sitting atop soft-serve.
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Held on the 15th day of the eighth month in the Chinese calendar, the Mid-Autumn Festival – also known as Mooncake Festival – was traditionally a ritual to worship the Gods. Today, the event is widely celebrated by Chinese communities all over the world and is even a public holiday in China. It is also during this period where the moon is the brightest and roundest.
The Mid-Autumn Festival has evolved tremendously over the years; it is now a cultural norm for businesses to exchange mooncakes and these sweet treats are available in numerous colours, flavours and shapes. From the significance of the celebration to the legends behind it, here is a brief guide on What Mid-Autumn Festival Is And Where To Celebrate in Singapore.
THE STORIES BEHIND IT
While there are many myths and legends behind the origin of Mooncake Festival, the most famous legend would definitely be the one about Chang Er and her husband, Hou Yi. Even so, there are still various stories behind the couple – but most of them revolve around the fact that Chang Er had downed the elixir of immortality and eventually ascended to the moon, forever.
The practice of celebrating Mooncake Festival actually dates back to more than 3,000 years. According to historians, offering sacrifices to the moon was popularised during the Song Dynasty and had since then become a social custom amongst the Chinese. In addition, the tradition of eating mooncakes is also a way to commemorate the uprising against the Mongols.
SIGNIFICANCE OF MID-AUTUMN FESTIVAL
The Mid-Autumn festival is closely tied to the following concepts, namely prosperity, reunion and thanksgiving. Large families in China have seized this occasion since ancient times to reunite, where they would gather together and admire the moon at its finest whilst eating mooncakes. Fun fact: The traditional round mooncakes are symbolic of unity due to its shape.
The tradition of exchanging mooncakes in present day is exceptionally popular in Singapore. In fact, the practice of gifting mooncakes to families, friends and/or business partners is seen as a way of maintaining personal and professional relationships.
While the inherent meaning has transformed, it is still heartwarming to see an age-old ritual integrated in modern society.
WHERE TO CELEBRATE MID-AUTUMN FESTIVAL IN SINGAPORE
CHINATOWN
Head over to Chinatown during the Mid-Autumn Festival period and get ready to be blown away by the beautiful lantern display which features thousands of lit lanterns at nightfall.
Visitors can anticipate cultural dance performances along the streets as well as a bustling bazaar which sells a splendid selection of delicious mooncakes. This year, there is even a Mooncake Blind Tasting Contest held at Kreta Ayer Square on Saturday, 04 September 2016.
Nearest Station: Chinatown
CHINESE GARDEN
The tranquil Chinese Garden located in the west side of Singapore will awake from its slumber during the Mid-Autumn Festival and transform into an enchanting whimsical playground. Entrance tickets start from S$ 12 per adult and S$ 8 per child. Watch out for calligraphy demonstrations, lion dances, lantern crafting workshops, mooncake sales and whatnot.
Nearest Station: Chinese Garden
Read: Guide to the best mooncakes in Singapore for Mid-Autumn Festival 2016.
About the writer:
Hui Jun Ng is a staff writer for ladyironchef. She previously worked in the food and marketing industry. She loves traveling and enjoys exploring underrated destinations. In her free time, you will find her indulging in coffee and her all time favourite local dish – bak chor mee.
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Beefing up their game – pun intended – Hilton Singapore’s Opus Bar & Grill introduces carefully selected prime grade Greater Omaha steaks, a great addition to their already amazing Australian steaks line-up. The success story behind Opus Bar & Grill’s iconic steaks comes from their open-flame charcoal grill and the use of a Himalayan salt tile dry-aging cabinet to dry-age the signature Australian Rangers Valley OP rib.
Steak prices for the newly-launched Greater Omaha Steaks are priced from S$ 68++ only and that’s supreme value for quality steaks! Non-steak lovers also have new fish and chicken options to look forward to.
Here’s the cherry on top – you can enjoy free flow house wines with every steak order! Steaks and wine; ain’t it going to be a wonderful night?
The highlight of the night goes to Opus Bar & Grill’s new selection of three prime grade cuts from U.S. Greater Omaha which are known for having strict requirements in keeping up to the high standards of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).
The 220g U.S. Greater Omaha steaks that are served to you are certified 100 days corn-fed beef cuts that taste well on its own without the need for extra seasoning.
The 220g US Prime Cut 100-Days Corn-Fed Sirloin (S$ 68++) is a cut that everyone can enjoy. It is a mix between the juicy fatty ribeye and meaty tenderloin, with a delicate, marbled texture and a slightly smoky flavour.
We love the green peppercorn sauce with this steak, or just a simple and light sprinkle of salt.
If you love a juicier and more intensely buttery steak, ribeye cuts are always the best. It was unanimous – the 220g US Prime Cut 100-Days Corn-Fed Ribeye (S$ 88++) was everyone’s favourite at dinner.
The ribeye really needs no additional seasoning. The flavours are so fragrant, especially when they are grilled over a flame. To taste the true goodness of these gorgeous meats, have them on its own. However, if you love a good sauce with your steak, a lighter garlic herb butter sauce makes a perfect pairing.
Lastly, from the Greater Omaha range is the 220g US Prime Cut 100-Days Corn-Fed Tenderloin (S$ 78++). This is probably the most tender Tenderloin; most tenderloin cuts leave us chewing forever because they are more often than not tough. It is impressive how the meat was still able to sustain most of its moisture and natural flavour.
Sprinkle some salt, have it with a béarnaise sauce and eat it alongside Opus Bar & Grill’s garlic mashed potato. The mashed potato itself is worth a mention. We never had a more buttery and smooth version that goes so perfectly with the tender meat.
If you do not fancy red meat, which happens when dining in big groups because surely someone doesn’t take beef, that’s when the new items on the menu will be your answer.
The Roasted Sakura Chicken (S$ 48++, good for 2 pax) is a beautiful and comforting option; rotisserie chicken always does the trick. The chicken is roasted with rosemary. The seasoning on the skin of the chicken turned out to be wonderfully crispy and fragrant, and the white flesh is succulent and tender.
What turned out to be the underdog was the Wild Sea Bass (S$ 36++). We never thought that we would fall in love with a fish dish in a steak restaurant, but this sea bass did just that. With a nice sear skin-side down, you get a good crisp on the side. It sits on top of clams, black mussels, artichokes and vine tomatoes in a very sweet seafood broth.
We were blown away. And we are afraid when we next return to Opus Bar & Grill, this dish of Wild Sea Bass might distract us from the steaks.
We ended our dinner on a high note with the Bombe Alaska (S$ 14), which was on its own a sight to behold. When the flames caught onto the white fluffy meringue, the top layer started burning while the ice cream on the inside remained intact; it was show stopping.
The meringue sits atop cream cheese ice cream and mandarin orange sorbet. The intense creamy ice cream sure balanced out the lighter and more refreshing sorbet well.
Opus Bar & Grill’s popular ‘Steak with Free Flow of Wines‘ dinner special is reintroduced and is happening now from Sunday to Thursday every week. With a purchase of any steak from S$ 58++ on the regular dinner menu, you get free-flow house wine – pick from red, white and sparkling.
On Fridays and Saturdays, you get 50% off a full bottle with every purchase of a steak.
We’ve never heard of any better steak promotions in town. This is it; dinner dates are set. At OpusBar & Grill, you get the best of both worlds with the U.S. Greater Omaha Prime Grade Steaks and their Australian Steaks selections.
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Opus Bar & Grill
Hilton Singapore
581 Orchard Road, Singapore 238883
For Reservations: 6730 3390 / Opus@hilton.com
Website: singapore.hilton.com./opus
Daily: 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Orchard Road
This post is brought to you by Hilton Singapore.
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September means Mid-Autumn Festival is round the corner.
Besides indulging in mooncakes and tea, the occasion should also be quality time with family and friends.
If you have not made any plans to celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival yet, there are several events and displays all around the island. Here are 5 Events Happening In Singapore During The Mid-Autumn Festival.
Photo Credit: Gardens by the Bay
#1 MID-AUTUMN @ GARDENS BY THE BAY
There will be a total of ten lantern sets around the gardens depicting traditional Mid-Autumn folklore such as Chang Er, the Old Man Under The Moon, and more. There is also the Colonnade of Lights display, featuring a magnificent sight of 4,000 lighted lanterns.
Interesting activities will be held within the gardens from time to time, such as the Interactive Lantern Procession – which allows visitors to light their own “smart lanterns” with their phones.
When: Saturday, 03 September 2016 to Thursday, 18 September 2016, 7pm – 11pm
Gardens by the Bay
18 Marina Gardens Drive
Tel: +65 6420 6848
Photo Credit: Esplanade
#2 ESPLANADE’S MOONFEST
Esplanade has activities for both the young and the young at heart. You can choose from a variety of free events such as the Lantern Walkabout by the waterfront, traditional Chinese opera performances by the outdoor stage and more.
Ticketed programmes include a parent-and-child snowskin mooncake-making workshop, a guzheng recital, and skits such as The Magic Lantern (recommended for children aged 5 and above).
When: Friday, 09 September 2016 to Sunday 11 September 2016
The Esplanade
1 Esplanade Drive
Tel: +65 6828 8377
Photo Credit: chinatownfestivals.sg
#3 CHINATOWN MID-AUTUMN FESTIVAL 2016
What’s a Mid-Autumn Festival celebration without the yearly light-up along Chinatown? There will be lanterns hung up on the streets of South Bridge Road, Eu Tong Sen Street, and New Bridge Road from 7pm to midnight every day for the entire month of September.
The Festive Bazaar will happen along Pagoda Street, where you can look forward to over 300 stalls offering mooncakes, pomelos, handicrafts, teas, and lanterns.
When: Friday, 02 September 2016 to Friday, 30 September 2016
Photo Credit: Event Nook
#4 SCHOOL HOLIDAY PICNIC AT JURONG CENTRAL PARK
Families for Life! picnics are held throughout the year, but the Mid-Autumn Festival’s edition will prove to be an engaging one. Some of the event highlights include lantern walkabouts, lantern-decorating, and even a screening of the movie ‘Minions’!
There will also be musical performances, bouncy castles, and more activities that are splendid for families.
When: Saturday, 10 September 2016, 5pm – 9.30pm
Jurong Central Park
Junction off Jalan Boon Lay & Boon Lay Way
Tel: +65 1800 471 7300
#5 WAN QING WEEKEND AT SUN YAT SEN NANYANG MEMORIAL HALL
The memorial hall will be presenting life-sized lanterns that resemble the old playgrounds in Singapore, such as the iconic Toa Payoh dragon playground. They would make for amazing photo opportunities with family and friends!
Besides the lanterns, other free activities such as lantern-making, lantern riddles, storytelling sessions and more await you during the Mid-Autumn Festival weekend.
When: Saturday, 10 September 2016 and Sunday, 11 September 2016
Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall
12 Tai Gin Road
Tel: +65 6256 7377
Read: Mid-Autumn Festival 2016 – Guide to the best mooncakes in Singapore.
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Judging from the queue at the famous BAKE Cheese Tart, Singapore is still going gaga over these Hokkaido-style baked cheese tarts.
Photos of a new Hokkaido Baked Cheese Tart at Jurong Point have been making their rounds on social media this week. We are sorry to burst your bubbles – the Hokkaido Baked Cheese Tart at Jurong Point is not by BAKE.
BAKE is not opening a second outlet in the West of Singapore. At least not yet.
This new Hokkaido Baked Cheese Tart is actually a new concept by Secret Recipe, which many people may know it for its cheesecakes and cream cakes.
The yellow signage with black font looks like BAKE at first sight. But if you look closer at the logo, you will realise that the Hokkaido Baked Cheese Tart kiosk at Jurong Point is not by BAKE. It is misleading, to say the least.
We understand from our sources that the new cheese tart concept will open in the second half of September 2016. The store is located at basement one of Jurong Point 1 (near to Singapore Post Office and Famous Amos).
1 Jurong West Central 2
Singapore 648886
Nearest Station: Boon Lay
Read: Our guide to the best cheese tarts in Singapore.
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Singaporeans live for great food, and we are not ashamed of it. Even when we travel, we have a list of go-to places – famous cafes, Michelin-star restaurants and what-have-you.
We know too well those moments when indulging in BAKE Cheese Tarts on the streets of Tokyo and enjoying a pizza in PizzaExpress in London, and wondering when would be the next we could savour them again.
Luckily for us, Singapore has more and more international brands setting foot on our shores, and we are infinitely closer to satisfying all our cravings.
Now, let us take a look at the 11 Popular Overseas Dining Concepts That Opened In Singapore in 2016.
#1 BAKE CHEESE TART
Originating from Kinotoya confectionery store in Hokkaido, BAKE Cheese Tart was founded by Shintaro Naganuma who strongly believes that freshly baked tarts taste the best and that only fresh ones can be sold to its customers.
BAKE is hence very well-loved for their cheese tarts for they are baked on the actual premises – nothing but fresh, fragrant, warm cheese tarts.
#B4-33 ION Orchard
2 Orchard Turn
Singapore 238801
Daily: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Orchard
#2 BURGER JOINT NYC
New York’s cloak-and-dagger burger restaurant – Burger Joint – made its debut in Singapore on 03 May 2016, with its first outlet at Amoy Street. Proudly deemed as a burger restaurant without all the fluff of gourmet burgers, Burger Joint makes genuinely unpretentious burgers that have left the harshest of critics in awe.
They have been known to refer to their burgers as anti-gourmet burgers. Although there is nothing wrong with a tasty gourmet burger, the main idea of the burgers at Burger Joint is to just serve up some honest and delicious burgers – maybe even the best one you will ever have.
#01-03
115 Amoy Street
Singapore 069935
Tel: +65 6221 8648
Mon to Wed: 11am – 11pm
Thu to Sat: 11am – 12am
Sun: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer
#3 GREYHOUND
Greyhound Cafe, famous fashion and lifestyle cafe in Bangkok, will be opening in Paragon come November. With the brand’s background in fashion and graphic design, the new café is set to impress – in terms of both interiors and food.
We are looking forward to seeing the space, the specially designed staff uniforms, as well as being able to try the food that people often rave about. One item to look out for is the popular Greyhound Famous Fried Wings.
Paragon
290 Orchard Road
Singapore 238859
Nearest Station: Orchard
#4 HONOLULU
Honolulu Café was founded in Hong Kong during the 1940s, and it started out as a humble eatery selling Hong Kong-style coffee and tea and baked confectionery. The casual eatery is renowned for their flaky egg tarts, pineapple buns and Hong Kong milk tea.
Local chefs from Hong Kong’s Honolulu Café are sent to Singapore to ensure that the dishes served here remain similar to the flagship store’s.
No trip to Honolulu Cafe is complete until you have tried their signature Honolulu Egg Tarts (S$ 1.70++ each). Each palm-size flaky pastry encases to-die-for sweet soft egg custard; the dough had been frozen overnight and folded into many layers to achieve a crisp shell.
#01-33F/G The Centrepoint
176 Orchard Road
Singapore 238843
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Somerset
#5 I SEE I SEE
Launched in March, I See I See Handcrafted Icy Desserts is a popular ice popsicle shop that originated from Hong Kong.
I See I See has been gaining popularity for its handcrafted ice pops since its opening in its home country. The signature ice pop flavours include Earl Grey Tea with Pistachio, Raspberry Cheesecake, Kiwi and the most Instagram-worthy Strawberry Hokkaido Milk.
Not only are these ice pops perfect for the humid weather in Singapore, they are also pretty enough to be featured on your Instagram feed!
B3-46 Somerset@313
313 Orchard Road
Singapore 238895
Tel: +65 6509 6608
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Somerset
#6 KAM’S ROAST GOOSE RESTAURANT
Kam’s Roast Goose – famous roast goose restaurant from Hong Kong – is opening in Singapore at Pacific Plaza this October. Kam’s had always been one of our favourite Hong Kong restaurants. We are glad that we no longer have to fly abroad just to satisfy our roast goose cravings.
Pacific Plaza
9 Scotts Road
Singapore 228210
Nearest Station: Orchard
#7 KYUSHU PANCAKE
Kyushu Pancake’s famed pancakes are made with seven different grains that are grown in Kyushu – the gem of Japanese agricultural regions. The result is a premium pancake mix that gives the perfect texture and unique taste.
The 42-seater outlet in Novena opened on 11 May 2016 and offers the Kyushu Butter Milk Classic Pancake, Salted Caramel French Toast, Matcha Azuki Waffle, Egg Benedict Pancake and Matcha Montblanc. Signature drinks that are served include Matcha Latte, Fresh Fruit Tea and Special Milk Tea.
#01-08 Novena Regency
275 Thomson Road
Singapore 307645
Tel: +65 6352 6265
Daily: 11am – 9pm
Nearest Station: Novena
#8 PIZZAEXPRESS
This popular pizza chain has over 500 outlets in United Kingdom, various European countries, Hong Kong, India and the Middle East. PizzaExpress is now open in Singapore and sits on the basement level of Scotts Square.
The doughs are all made fresh on the spot, and you can watch the chefs in action via the open kitchen.
Classic pizzas include a variety of different flavours on a slightly thicker dough. They are smaller in size, which is great for solo diners. We had a taste of a popular flavour – Lava (S$ 20) which is topped with olives, burrata cheese, chilli oil, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella and passata, and fresh basil.
Scotts Square
6 Scotts Rd
Singapore 228209
Tel: +65 6538 0083
Daily: 11.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Orchard
#9 POPBAR
Popbar, the famed popsicle store from The U.S., is opening in Singapore at Plaza Singapura. We tried Popbar’s popsicle when we were in New York City and trust us when we say that they taste as good as they look. With the opening of Popbar in Singapore, there is no need to fly all the way to the States to have a taste of these Insta-famous popsicles.
The store will be housed in Plaza Singapura, and from what we understand, it is set to open within the next few weeks.
Plaza Singapura #B2-64
68 Orchard Road
Singapore 238839
Nearest Station: Dhoby Ghaut
#10 SMOOTHIE HOUSE
This is Taiwan’s most popular and bestselling shaved ice store that sits along Yong Kang Street. Singapore’s Smoothie House imports the blocks of ice directly from Taiwan so you can be assured that the quality and taste will be exactly like the original snowflake ice in Taiwan.
Mango Snowflake Ice with Panna Cotta (S$ 12.90) is their signature and probably the most ordered item in their Taiwan stores. Many reasons to love this bowl, indeed. Why, just look at the generous chunks of fresh mango atop the powdery snowflake ice. And a panna cotta to top, too!
A little fun fact: every piece of mango is sliced with precision to ensure a consistency in the size for the best dining experience, and the number of mango chunks is even on each side! Also, every bowl of Mango Snowflake Ice actually comprises almost a whole mango fruit.
#01-08 Westgate
3 Gateway Drive
Singapore 608532
Tel: +65 6710 5567
Daily: 12pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Jurong East
#11 TAI CHEONG BAKERY
Tai Cheong is an institution in Hong Kong, and its egg tarts are well-loved by people from all around the globe. Egg tart is one of the must-try local food in Hong Kong, and we are extremely delighted to know that Tai Cheong Bakery’s egg tarts can be found at he basement of Takashimaya now!
Other than the much-lauded egg tarts, the old school bakery is also selling pineapple buns (bolo buns), doughnuts, egg rolls, pastries and local cha chaan teng dishes.
Tai Cheong Bakery’s egg tarts are priced at S$ 7.60 for a box of 4.
#B208-5 Takashimaya Shopping Centre
391 Orchard Road
Singapore 238872
Tel: +65 8223 1954
Daily: 10am – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Orchard
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There are so many criteria to picking the right venue. For one, it must be able to accommodate your desired number of guests. Some venues are suitable for a small-scale wedding; some have ballrooms that are so huge they can sit your entire clan.
For most weddings in Singapore, they are held in the ballrooms of hotels. This is mostly to accommodate bigger groups. The ambience of hotel ballrooms plays a big part in creating the mood for such a grand event too.
We picked The Fullerton Hotel Singapore for many reasons, with the primary reason being its rich history. Being patriotic Singaporeans ourselves, we had wanted something iconic of Singapore to hold our wedding at, and The Fullerton Hotel couldn’t have been a better choice.
Our #BradMelWedding was held on 17 Jun 2016 and 18 Jun 2016 – the first day for solemnization and the second for the banquet.
Our package with The Fullerton Hotel Singapore includes the venue for the former and the ballroom for the latter, and a 2-night stay at the Loft Suite.
While most may place their emphasis on the venues, we didn’t think the rooms were any less important. In fact, the Loft Suite proved to be the perfect bridal suite for its totality. It boasts a space of two stories, leaving us with ample room to move around – for makeup, photography, and occasional visiting guests.
We also loved The Fullerton Hotel Singapore’s grand ballroom with the elegant flight of stairs, which impacted the overall atmosphere of the march-in.
But of course, the banquet team deserves a mention for their dedication. All our guests were singing praises of our 5-course lunch and we couldn’t be happier to know that everyone loved the food.
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We had a cocktail reception complete with a dessert table. The pastry team lined up a series of The Fullerton Hotel Singapore’s signature kuehs, and it was a sight to behold. Our guests were stuffing themselves silly even before the lunch began!
For our 5-course lunch, we opted for individually plated courses as we wanted something neater. The starter was a Trio Combination of Lobster with Fruits Salad in Thai Style, Roasted Suckling Pig and Pan-fried Scallop stuffed with Shrimp Paste in Spicy Fragrant Salt.
This was followed by the Mini Buddha Jumps Over The Wall, Oven-baked Chilean Sea Bass marinated with Miso, Asapargus and Cherry Tomato; Stewed Pork Rib in Honey and Fermented Bean Sauce; and the Eight Treasures Fried Rice with Foie Gras wrapped in Lotus Leaf.
The general favourites were the Mini Budda Jumps Over The Wall and the Chilean Sea Bass. So if you are ever going to hold a wedding banquet in The Fullerton Hotel, you might want to consider including these two dishes in your menu!
That feeling you get when your guests were full of praises for the menu you arranged was one so satisfying. It was surely comforting to know that everyone enjoyed the food from the reception!
Once again, thank you for being part of our Big Day, The Fullerton Hotel Singapore! It was a choice we never regretted.
Read: The highlights of #BradMelWedding and tips on how to plan a wedding.
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The annual Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix is taking place from 16 September 2016 to 18 September 2016 and we are expecting a fantabulous line up of exciting after-parties during this adrenaline-rushing weekend.
For regional visitors who are flying in specially just for F1, here is your go-to guide on where to party during this period and how to maximise your trip.
From the high-end Amber Lounge, burlesque-themed Boudoir Noire to Cé La Vi’s daytime boozy brunch, here are 8 Best Places To Party At During The 2016 F1 Singapore Grand Prix.
Source: Amber Lounge
#1 AMBER LOUNGE
Amber Lounge is the ultimate party destination for the rich and famous, where the best table package will cost you a whopping S$ 31,000 for eight guests! This is the place where you get to rub shoulders with F1 drivers, international DJs and possibly the F1 racers. Well, Ferrari F1 driver Kimi Räikkönen claims that every Formula 1 driver has Amber Lounge on speed dial after a race.
When: 17 & 18 September 2016
Temasek Reflection
Millenia Walk
1 Temasek Avenue
Singapore 039192
Source: Boudoir Noire
#2 BOUDOIR NOIRE
Boudoir Noire is Singapore’s first and only burlesque-theme after-party during the 2016 F1 Singapore Grand Prix and guests can look forward to spectacular performances by The Box and the world’s first Singaporean professional burlesque dancer Sukki Singapora.
Special pre-sale tickets start at S$ 250 each.
When: 17 & 18 September 2016
Capitol Theatre
11 Stamford Rd
Capitol Piazza
Singapore 178884
Nearest Station: City Hall
Source: Asia City
#3 CÉ LA VI
Cé La Vi is launching an epic Sky High Brunch from 12pm to 4pm on 17 September 2016, where you get to indulge in unlimited Veuve Clicquot Rich Champagne, cocktails and contemporary Asian delicacies whilst enjoying the catchy tunes spun by DJ Brendon P and Joshua P.
Cover charge is at S$ 188 per person.
When: 17 September 2016
SkyPark
Marina Bay Sands Tower 3
1 Bayfront Avenue
Singapore 018971
Tel: +65 6688 7688
Nearest Station: Bayfront
Source: Next Hospitality
#4 NEW ASIA BAR
Located on level 71 of Swissotel The Stamford is New Asia Bar, a glitzy lounge that boasts scintillating views of Singapore’s skyline. The party on 17 September 2016 is organised by SRYNTSRY and you can catch Devi van der Horst aka NEW_ID live!
Early bird tickets are at S$ 35 each and standard tickets are at S$ 50 each. Both tickets include a glass of champagne.
When: 17 & 18 September 2016
Lvl 71 Equinox Complex
2 Stamford Road
Singapore 178882
Tel: +65 6837 3322
Nearest Station: City Hall
Source: Straatosphere
#5 SOFITEL SO SINGAPORE
Premier Artist Management Agency Eyes To The Front is launching yet another fun-filled boozy pool party at Sofitel So Singapore with Johnny Vicious as the headliner for this event. Treat yourselves to champagne showers, barbecue gourmet and treat the pool like it is a dance floor.
When: 17 September 2016
35 Robinson Road
Singapore 068876
Tel: +65 6701 6800
Source: Fifty Raffles Place
#6 SKY GRANDÉ PRIX
Sky Grandé Prix is held at Empire, where packages range from S$ 488 nett for four pax to S$ 2,888 for 12 pax. The former includes admission for four, one 700ml premium spirit (cognac, vodka or whisky) and a 750ml bottle of champagne, while the latter consists of entry for 12 pax, three 700ml premium spirit bottles and 10 750ml bottles of champagne.
Empire, Level 45
Singapore Land Tower
Singapore 048623
Tel: +65 6733 3549
Source: Podium Lounge
#7 THE PODIUM LOUNGE
This is the eighth consecutive year that The Grand Ballroom of The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia is transforming in