Food Japan 2016 is Bringing Everything You Love About Japanese Cuisine and Culture To Singapore

If you’re a huge fan of Japanese food and culture, good news for you Food Japan is back! Also known as Oishii Japan, Food Japan 2016 is ASEAN’s biggest Japanese showcase! This year they’ve really outdone themselves!

With over 300 exhibitors showcasing Japanese products, innovative technology and services you’re bound to find something that piques your interest!

Food Japan 2016

Food Japan 2016 Workshops

There’s something for everyone at Food Japan 2016! If you have a sweet tooth head to All Japan Trade Association Of Confectionary Manufacturers booth who are offering up popular Japanese confectionary and snacks. Looking to invest in some high quality kitchenware?

Sakai City is selling Sakai knives, sharp carbon-steel blades these knives are highly valued among top chefs worldwide! Food Japan 2016 has everything you need!

The best part? Food Japan 2016 is hosting some workshops! Look out for Temari Zushi & Matcha Tiramisu Workshop! At the helm is Angelia Lau part of ABC Cooking Studio Singapore, who will be dishing out tips & tricks to assembling a Matcha Tiramisu!

29 Oct (Sat)
11.30am – 12.30pm, 12.45pm – 1.45pm

Looking for a creative outlet? Polkaros Cafe is holding a Mini Teishoku Workshop! Ros Lee a Singaporean artist – designer will be guiding you in creating your very own miniature Teishoku lunch set modelled out of Japanese stone clay!

29 Oct (Sat)
2pm – 4pm

Food Japan 2016
29 Oct (Sat)
11am – 4.30pm
Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Center
Hall 401 – 402, 1 Raffles Boulevard, Suntec City, S039593
Admission Fee: $4/pax, FREE entry for children under 12

For more information check out Orchard Central’s “All Things Japanese” Festival Is Bringing Japanese Food And Culture Under One Roof

Unconventional Halal Food Places: Dim Sum, Mexican Food, Korean Chicken & More!

Craving for some good food, but you or your friends are Muslim? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. With this list of best hidden Halal food places, you or your Muslim friends will never feel left out!

1. Fix Cafe

Craving for some Mexican Halal food? Fix brings the country of chocolate and corn to you.

Fix
What: Mexican Food
Try: Beef Chilli Cheese Fries, Chicken Drumlets (Comes with sour cream sauce. Yum!), Prawn and Lime Fajitas, Donuts with salted egg drip
Come here if: You want to get your Mexican food fixed (Get it?).
This place is: Halal Certified
Address: 31 Ah Hood Rd #01-06 HomeTeam NS-JOM Clubhouse Singapore 329979
Opening Hours: 11am to 10pm daily. (Kitchen closes 3-530pm on weekdays)
Facebook here

2. Jinjja Chicken

Think fast food with a unique Asian twist and you have Jinjja chicken.

This casual restaurant was inspired by South Korea’s rich street food culture, its love for fried chicken and its ‘pali-pali’ (A Korean expression to mean hurry) culture of speed.

Aiming to create and define itself as ‘The Authentic Asian Fast Food Joint”, Jinjja Chicken is an affordable place for just about anyone who loves Korean food.

Jinjja Chicken
What: Korean food
Try: Jinjja Chicken (It’s ‘jinjja’ good), Tteokbokki Fries, Shaved Milk Bingsu
Come here if: You’re craving Korean food and k-pop (MVs are played round the clock)
This place is: Halal Certified
Address: 249 Victoria Street (Bugis Village), Singapore 188032
Opening Hours: Sunday-Thursday (11am till 10pm) , Friday-Saturday (11am – 11.30pm)
Facebook here

3. Hyde and Co.

If you can’t decide between two cravings (western or local), Hyde and Co. is your place.

Hyde and Co. mixes some of our favourite dishes to create a harmony of flavours- its aim being to create food inspired by old world British charm with a modern twist.

If you’re a fan of coffee and tea, it wouldn’t harm to check this place out. Their extensive tea and coffee selection will make you giddy.

Hyde & Co.
What: Fusion Cuisine
Try: Nasi Lemak Risotto, Hyde Specials (Rotated regularly), Ondeh Ondeh French Toast
Come here if: You want creatively named specials (Think Prince of Egypt and The Addams Family) and cute chefs
This place is: Halal Certified
Address: 785 North Bridge Road Singapore 198753
Opening Hours: Monday (12pm till 6pm), Wednesday to Friday (12pm till 10pm), Saturday (11am till 10pm), Sunday (11am till 6pm), Closed on Tuesdays
Facebook here

4. I am Cafe 

Posing for your OOTDs and shopping till you drop can take up a lot of energy. Fuel up at I am Cafe.

A popular cafe located in Haji Lane (AKA Hipster Heaven), I am Cafe is the go to place for those who want an authentic cafe experience.

Take a look around the cafe and you’ll notice a wall with a photo of bicycles; that’s because I am Cafe was inspired by Amsterdam!

I am Cafe
What: Western Food
Try: Charcoal Grilled Beef Burger, Fish ‘N’ Chips, Rainbow Cake
Come here if: You want to enjoy the sights and sounds of Haji Lane and alfresco dining
This place is: Muslim Owned
Address: 674 North Bridge Road, junction of North Bridge Road and Haji Lane
Opening Hours: Monday to Thursday (11.30am till 11pm), Friday and Saturday (11.30am till 1am), Sunday (11.30am till 10pm). Closed on first and third Mondays of the month.

5. Kowloon Express

All your favourite Hong Kong dishes in one place.

This is a great place for those who love Hong Kong fare as it is one of the rare Halal food places that serves popular dishes like Har Kow and Custard buns.

Its custard buns are filled with so much custard that a caution sign was put up on the walls of the restaurant.

Kowloon Express
What: Dim Sum, Noodles, Congee, Meat Dishes
Try: Duck Rice, Salted Egg Fish Skin, Dim Sum (Har Kow, Chilli Crab Pau, Charcoal Golden Sand Pau), Salt Pepper Roast Chicken, Cereal Prawn
Come here if: You’re craving Cantonese inspired chow
This place is: Muslim owned and Halal Certified.
Address: 321 Clementi Mall, Eng Wah Cinema, Clementi Ave 3 #01-01
Opening Hours: 11am – 10pm daily
Facebook here

6. Paddington House of Pancakes

Tired of sweet pancakes? Try some savoury ones at Paddington House of Pancakes!

Dedicated to serving up not only value for money food, but healthy options as well, Padding House of Pancakes takes their craft seriously.

They’ve sampled pancakes from around the world (America, China, France, Russia and even Czech Republic just to name a few) in order to not only make better pancakes, but to also bring the tastes of these countries to you.

Padding House of Pancakes
What: Fusion Cusine
Try: Pancake Double Decker Burger, The Brussels, NICE (Yes, that’s the name), Chocolate, Peanut Butter and Jam Crepe Roll with Ice Cream (Sounds like a mouthful? It is.)
Come here if: You like your food sweet and savory, a halal alternative to Strictly Pancakes
This place is: Halal Certified
Address: 180 Kitchener Rd, #02-35/36 City Square Mall, City Square Mall, 208539
Opening Hours: 11AM–9PM
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Meaning ‘Take a break from work’, Fika is exactly what you need after a long day slogging over your desk.

Fika
What: Swedish food
Try: Swedish Meat Balls, Panbiff, Macaroni Stew with Sausages
Come here if: You want to try authentic Swedish food (The owner’s husband is from Sweden!)
This place is: Muslim owned and Halal Certified
Address: 257 Beach Road (Corner of Arab Street and Beach Road), 9 Raffles Boulevard (Millenia Walk), 11 Tanjong Katong Road (OneKM)
Opening Hours: Sunday-Thursday and PH: 11am-10pm, last order is 9.15pm (kitchen only), Friday-Saturday: 11am-11pm, last order is 10.15pm (kitchen only), Eve of public Holiday: 11am-11pm, last order is 10.15pm (kitchen only)
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If you want a place that always surprises, come to Badoque. The cafe constantly serves up new dishes that will tickle your taste buds! Whether you’re in the mood for some indoor or alfresco dining, Badoque has the option of both.

Badoque
Try: Beef Ribs, Fried Breaded Oysters, Squid Ink Risotto
Come here if: Steak, you want to try ‘Mermaid Tears’ (It’s a legit dish!)
This place is: Halal Certified
Address: 246 Upper Thomson Rd, Singapore 574370
Opening Hours: Tues – Thur, Sat & Sun 12pm till 10pm. Fridays : 2pm till 10pm
Facebook here

9. The Lab

If you’re a fan of cakes, pastas and everything science, visit The Lab.

Though it sounds like the next Halloween Horror Nights haunted house, The Lab is far from that.

With syringes, flasks and all sorts of science-ish stuff, The Lab is indeed a unique dining experience. Check out their galaxy cakes – they’re out of this world.

The Lab
What: Western Food
Try: The Lab Drumlets, Heisenberger, Chocolate Midnight Snack
Come here if: You secretly want to be a scientist, you want to inject stuff in your food
This place is: Muslim owned
Address: 1 Jalan Pisang, #01-01, Singapore 199069
Reservations (only for 6-15 pax): + 65 6299 5681
Opening Hours: Mon-Sat: 1230pm to 10pm (last kitchen order 915pm), Sundays: 1pm to 930pm (last kitchen order 845pm)
Facebook here

10. My Secret Hideout Peachy’s

If big portions are what you’re after, look no further, because My Secret Hideout Peachy’s is here.

Raved about for their value for money portions, Peachy’s guarantees that you leave with a full stomach.

My Secret Hideout Peachy’s
What: Western Food
Try: Buffalo Wings, Cheesy Fish & Chips, Chicken Chop
Come here if: You want cheap food with huge portions
This place is: Muslim Owned and Halal Certified
Address: 803A North Bridge Road Singapore 198771
Opening Hours: Daily: 12pm to 1030pm (last order 1030pm)
Facebook here

11. The Ramen Stall

A Halal food option for all ramen lovers. Yay!

If you’ve always wanted to try ramen, this is your time. The Ramen Stall is a rare gem as it is halal certified. Remember to slurp loudly!

The Ramen Stall
What: Japanese Food
Try: Volcano Ramen, Chicken Cha-Su Ramen
Come here if: You want ramen. Obviously.
This place is: Halal Certified
Address: 787 North Bridge Road Singapore 198755
Opening Hours: Mon-Fri: 5pm to 6am, Sat, Sun, PH: 12pm to 6am
Website Wanna Share? 7 Steakhouses With Portions So Huge, You Need To Call Your Entire Squad!

Shang Palace’s Hairy Crab Menu Is So Magical, It’ll Make You Feel Like Hairy Potter

Hairy Crab season dawns upon us and Shang Palace of Shangri-la Hotel is getting in on the action!

Master Chef, Steven Ng, created an extensive menu featuring these delightful delicacies for an exclusive period from 17 October to 30 November 2016.

Guest can choose from a six-course hairy crab menu or a choice of nine a la carte items. Don’t miss this opportunity to sink your teeth into these delicious hairy crabs!

What’s The Hairy Crab Menu All About?

Known for its rich and creamy golden roe, Chef Ng brings out the best flavours of Hairy Crabs through Jiang Su and Zhe Jiang style of cooking. Here, we present a sneak preview of what you can expect in the Hairy Crab menu at Shang Palace!

1) Braised Bird’s Nest, Hairy Crab Meat and Roe

Start your meal with a hearty bowl of delectable bird’s nest with generous toppings of crab meat and roe!

Chef Ng shreds the crab meat and mixes it with the roe, so you can enjoy crab meat without getting your hands dirty. We polished this off in no time!

2) Braised Tofu, Meatball, Hairy Crab Meat and Roe

This dish may not look the most appetising, but it tasted like heaven.

Tofu was cut into tiny cubes and mixed with minced meat. It was all drenched in crab meat and roe sauce. Scoop up that sauce and bite into the crispy tofu and meat at the same time, for a party in your mouth!

3) Pan-Fried Hairy Crab Meat Stuffed Shell with Shrimp Paste and Pork

Shreds of crab meat and minced pork were mixed with shrimp paste, and stuffed into a crab shell.

Oozing with flavours of seafood goodness, chewy, and juicy, this was no doubt, our favourite dish!

4) Crispy Noodles with Sea Caracol, Hairy Crab Meat and Roe

Crispy noodle is doused with crab meat and roe sauce for this dish.

Paired with Sea Caracol, this dish was the ultimate representation of the taste of the ocean.

Enjoy the crunch of the crispy noodles, the chewy sea caracol, and the savoury fragrance of crab meat and roe in this one sumptuous dish!

Take a bite now!

Chef Ng has shown that crab meat and roe just about goes with everything! These dishes are not all, specialties like Steamed Hairy Crab with Ginger Tea and Deep-fried Cod Fish with Yuzu Honey Glaze are also available.

If you’d like something more luxe, do also try the Claypot Braised Bird’s Nest Dumpling, and Barbecued Kurobuta Pork with Shredded Lobster Roll!

Head on down to Shang Palace before the Hairy Crab season is over. Don’t just go alone, bring your family and friends and surprise them with this decadent delicacy.

Shang Palace @ Shangri-La
Address: 22 Orange Grove Road, Singapore 258350
Open:
For Lunch, Monday to Friday:  12noon – 2.30pm, Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays : 10.30am – 3pm.
For Dinner, Monday to Sunday : 6pm – 10.30pm
Price:
Hairy Crab Six-Course Menu : $138 per person
A La Carte Menu: $24 – $92
Website: Want A Chance To Literally Eat Your Feelings? Shangri-La’s The Table Is Your Answer!

The Rice Table: Sedap Indonesian Food In The Heart Of Orchard Road!

Stashed away on the 2nd floor of International Building along Orchard Road, The Rice Table has been a welcomed mainstay in the area.

It serves up gastronomical dishes created from age-old recipes that evoke the warm taste of home-cooked food and Indonesian hospitality.

You will be instantly drawn in by The Rice Table’s earthly interior tones, wooden panels, tribal motifs, and woven lampshades when you walk into this cosy eatery. They emanate a rustic charm.

At the table, the first thing that draws your attention is the long plate warmer, which is an ingenious way of keeping your little dishes warm and enjoyable for a longer time.

The food

While there are quite a number of restaurants serving specialty Indonesian fare, The Rice Table claims to be the only authentic rijsttafel restaurant, where dishes are laid out in small, sampling portions in the form of a rice table for a feast of the senses.

Taste a plethora of classic Indonesian delicacies without breaking a sweat. And yes, The Rice Table is a Halal restaurant!

From the classic curry chicken to the surprisingly tasty fried sweet and sour fish, a variety of 20 delectable dishes are on offer at The Rice Table’s dinner all-you-can-eat buffet (15 items for lunch!).

Tahu Telor, the perfect match of fried tofu cubes and omelette, done to perfection. Soft on the inside and crispy on the outside, and topped with The Rice Table’s in-house signature sauce.

The Sate Ayam (grilled chicken satay) is marinated with a secret family recipe. The meat is juicy and oh-so-flavourful. A definite must-try.

Their umami Ayam Panggang (grilled chicken) is also robust in flavour and very tender. Make sure you savour every spoonful of the traditional Indonesian sweet soya sauce it comes with.

Details

Drinks and desserts are not included in The Rice Table’s menu. If you still have room for some sweet treats, you absolutely have to give their Durian Chendol a shot.

With generous toppings of red beans, pandan jelly and a thick coat of Gula Melaka goodness atop a finely-shaved bed of durian-pureed ice, there is no better way to conclude your satisfying Indonesian dining experience.

There has to be a reason why The Rice Table has rolled with the punches and survived the ever-changing landscape of Singapore’s restaurant scene. Time to make a reservation for the weekends, head down and find out for yourself!

The Rice Table
Address: 360 Orchard Road, #02-09/10 International Building, Singapore 238869
Contact: 6835 3782
Opening Hours: Daily: 12:00 – 15:00, 18:00 – 21:00
All-You-Can-Eat Set Lunch: $17.85
All-You-Can-Eat Set Dinner: $28.50
Website 7 Romantic Dessert Spots For Couples Who Love To Gaze Into Each Other’s Eyes

Trick Or Treat In Singapore: The Best 7 Places To Get Spooked This Halloween!

Unknown to many, the good old Halloween tradition of trick or treating is very much alive here. There are several trick or treat activities and places in Singapore – complete with elaborate decorations and houses that do give out awesome sweets!

This Halloween, get your entire family and friends decked out in Singapore-related Halloween costumes for the good old tradition of trick or treating!

For all ages

1. Halloween Trick or Treat @ Woodlands Woodgrove

Head down to this massive Trick-or-Treating event in the neighbourhood of Woodlands Woodgrove!

Credit: 2. ACM After Dark: Horror Mash Up

What happens when pontianaks meet vampires? Or when Asian supernatural meets Western horror? Find your answers here at ACM After Dark: Horror Mash Up.

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Dress to scare as you roam the museum galleries, hearing haunting tales and watching out for a zombie outbreak.

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Admission tickets are priced at $8. Good news for shopaholics out there, if you spend $50 at JCube or $20 at J.Avenue you get free entry into this scarefest!

Not for the faint of heart this school maze will make you hope you never step into a school again!

Best part? Each admission ticket to Scream Fest 3 lets you ice skate your heart out at The Rink for $7 (U.P $17.50)! So if you’re looking for a spot where you can shop, ice skate AND get scared, JCube is the perfect place to be!

Scream Fest 3 – The School Maze
Where: JCube, 2 Jurong East Central 1, Level 3, Singapore 609731
When: 7 Oct – 6 Nov

Price: $8 per entry, FREE if you spend at least $50 at JCube or $20 at J.Avenue

Find out more at JCube’s Official Facebook Page

Find out more about The Rink at The Rink’s Official Facebook Page

For kids only

4. Spooky Boo! Halloween Fun Fair at Go-Go Bambini

Here’s a spooky Halloween party for the little ones!

Be entertained by spine-tingling magic shows and a Halloween-themed photo booth. Of course, there’s a wide array of creepy-looking nibbles and candies up for grabs.

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Let your kids show off their quirky and unique Halloween costumes with the Trick or Treat parade! Furthermore, the best-dressed costume stands to bag even more treats and goodies.

Do register your little “vamps” and “monsters” early to not miss this FANGtastic party!

eXplorerkid Halloween Spooktacular Party
Where: Downtown East / AMK Hub
When: 29 October 2016, Saturday
Time: 1pm to 5pm
Price: $30 (eXplorerkid Member) / $40 (public)
More information here

6. Safari Boo @ River Safari

Get up close and personal with glowing monsters, mythical mermaids, aliens and many other creatures at this not-so-spooky, merry-not-scary kids Halloween event: Safari Boo @ River Safari! 

Walk along the Monster Boo trail to fight against the evil Professor V alongside a gang of fun-loving animal monsters!

Take up the trick or treat challenge that spans across the entire River Safari and keep a lookout for tricks amongst the treats at the monstrous scale of trick or treat.

Safari Boo @ River Safari
Where: River Safari, Singapore Zoo, 80 Mandai Lake Road, Singapore 729826
When: 21 – 23, 28 – 30 October 2016
Time: 6pm to 10pm. Last admission is at 9pm
Price: $8 for children, $18 for adults
More information here

7. Spooky Seas @ S.E.A. Aquarium

Aaargh mate!

Are you in for a swashbuckling time at the Spooky Seas of S.E.A. Aquarium this Halloween?

Let your little ones follow Captain Spooks as he guides them through the trick and treats trail! Be ready for some little challenges along the way though, that is, if you want to score some delicious candies.

Crab Buffets So Amazing That You’ll Have To Crabwalk Out The Door After!

Singaporeans are no stranger to this particular seafood. It comes highly requested and is raved by almost every foreigner who tries it. Be it doused in lovely sweet chilli sauce or smeared with butter or even simply steamed, everyone just wants more. In this list, you’ll find crab buffets so good and so amazing that you’ll have to crabwalk out the door after! It’s in-crab-dible!

1. Park Royal Hotel’s The Ultimate Crab Feast

It isn’t called the ultimate crab feast for nothing. These crabs will spoil you rotten

Here, you can look forward to crowd favourites like: chilli crab, black pepper crab, white pepper crab, salted egg crab and cereal crab. If the options available aren’t to your liking, you can even choose to personalise your own crab flavour.

Price:
$99++ for 2 (Offer valid on Mondays, Wednesdays and Sundays)
$68++ per pax

Details:
Buffet dinner (daily, from 6:00pm to 10:00pm)
Buffet lunch (Sundays, from 12:00pm to 2:30pm)

Address:
PARKROYAL on Beach Road, Singapore
7500 Beach Road, Singapore 199591
T +65 6505 5666
Website
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2. Mitzo’ s Splendid Crab Feasts

If you want your dish to scream ‘atas’ then Mitzo is the right place to go for your crab feast.

There are dim sum items such as: deep-fried soft shell crab wrapped with salted egg charcoal puff, crab meat roll, and poached crab and shrimp dumpling. 

Ready for more? Their main courses are just as enticing: steamed crab meat and chicken soup dumpling, crispy crab claw filo topped with crab roe, and rice in superior broth with crab meat and crispy rice.

Though it’s one of the pricier buffets listed here, the quality of food will more than make up for it.

Price:
$98++ per person

Details:
1 Oct to 9 Dec 2016
12pm to 2.30pm and 6.30pm to 10.30pm
1 day advance booking required

Address:
Mitzo
Level 4 Grand Park Orchard, 270 Orchard Road Singapore 238857
T +65 6603 8855
E [email protected]
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3. Conrad Hotels & Resort Oscar’s Supercharged Sunday Brunch

Imagine this: king crabs, boston lobsters, slipper lobsters, prawns, scallops, razor clams and oysters stacked high on your plate with all the condiments you need for a lip smacking good time. Probably one of the best crab buffets ever!

Drooling yet?

Price:
$98++ per person
$118 ++ per person (free flow of sparkling wine, house wines, selected cocktails)
$158++ per person (free flow of champagne,  house wines, selected cocktails)

Details:
Sundays only
12:30pm -3:30pm

Address:
Oscar’s
Lobby Level, Conrad Centennial Singapore
T +65 64327481
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If you’re craving for crabs but want a more affordable place to satisfy your craving, this is the place for you.

Price:
Premium: $48.80++ per person (Min. 4 pax)
Executive: $28.80++ per person (Min. 3 pax)

Details:
Available on public Holidays, Saturdays and Sundays
Lunch: 11am – 5pm (Last order: 4.30pm)
Limited to 1 order of Tasty Salted Egg Crab, Black Pepper Crab, Chilli Crab or Crab with Thick Bee Hoon Soup per table of 1-4 pax

Address:
Crab Corner
1 Joo Koon Circle, #03-26 Singapore 629117, Singapore 629117
T 65 6333 6969
Opening Hours: 10am – 10pm
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5. Pan Pacific Edge’s Hooked at Edge 

If you’re a fan of Deadliest Catch and have always wondered if the Alaskan king crab lives up to it’s name, then Hooked at Edge is the perfect place for you.

Not only does the restaurant offer the Alaskan king crab and salted egg crab, you can also savour seafood like the maine lobster, as well as local favourites such as crispy cereal prawns, and fish head curry. Give this feast a try and you might just be hooked.

Price:
$88++ per person

Details:
Available Wednesdays and Thursdays (6:30pm- 10:30pm) only

Address:
Pan Pacific Singapore
Level 3, 7 Raffles Boulevard
T +65 6826 8240
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6. Shangri-La Hotel The Line’s Marine Harvest

Satiate your taste buds with this marine harvest. There’ll be plenty of bounty from the sea! Expect fresh seafood such as crabs, lobsters, mussels, oysters, and prawns.

There are live stations where your food is prepared fresh and in front of your very eyes! We don’t know about you, but we love it when our oysters are shucked on demand.

Price:
Tuesday: $98++ (inclusive of unlimited selected sparkling, red and white wines, beers, soft drinks and juices)
Thursday: $108++ (inclusive of unlimited selected sparkling, red and white wines, beers, soft drinks and juices)

Details:
Available only on Tuesdays and Thursdays

Address:
Shangri-La Hotel Singapore
22 Orange Grove Rd, Singapore 258350
T +65 6213 4275
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Claiming to have the ‘latest haul from the ocean’, you can expect the freshest oysters, lobsters, scallops, and crayfish. A table teeming with the freshest seafood? It can’t get any better than this!

Price:
$88++ per person (Inclusive of a glass of champagne, wine, beer, or soft drink)

Details:
Available on Sundays only
12pm to 3pm

Address:
The Westin Singapore
32/F, Asia Square Tower 2, 12 Marina View
T +65 6922 6968
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Think Alaskan snow crabs, chilli crabs, oysters, mussels and prawns.

For this atas “all you can eat” seafood and sushi restaurant, the price is affordable and a plus point. You can even expect pastries and free flow Korean Strawberry for dessert to complete your meal!

Price:
Lunch:
$42++ (Monday to Friday)
$64++  (Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays)
Dinner:
$58++ (Monday to Thursday) /$68++ (Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays)

Details:
Available daily

Address:
Todai
2 Bayfront Avenue, #B2-01 The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore 018972
T+65 6688 7771
, Carousel will certainly not disappoint.

It’s quite obvious why Carousel is so popular – they serve one of the largest and freshest spread, and it’s also one of the only Halal-certified international buffets around!

You can expect an impressive seafood spread including crabs, clams, crayfish, mussels, lobsters and more.

Price:
$56++ for lunch, and $76++ for dinner (weekdays)
$65++ for for lunch, and $83++ for dinner (weekends)

Details:
Available daily, details Stuff Yourself Silly! 6 Best Buffets Below $30

Orchard Central’s “All Things Japanese” Festival Is Bringing Japanese Food And Culture Under One Roof

For the whole month of October (7 Oct – 6 Nov), Orchard Central is going all out to celebrate Japanese culture. Hosting All Things Japanese @ OC 2016, Orchard Central wants you to get into the festivities as well!

If you’ve not noticed, Orchard Central is somewhat of a “Little Japan”, and is home to several Japanese food outlets and retail shops. From an all-you-can-eat Japanese buffet to a Pompompurin themed cafe, Orchard Central is the perfect place for a Japan-lover to spend their weekends.

We’ve compiled a list of these particular shops, and what you can look forward to when visiting them!

1. UNIQLO (Global Flagship store)

TOKYU HANDS offers day-to-day necessities as well as creative and unique knick-knacks. From colourful stationery to beauty treats from well-known Japanese labels, TOKYU HANDS is the one-stop shop for all your must-haves!

A great place to pick up gifts, especially now that Christmas is around the corner. Check out some interesting products we’ve found at TOKYU HANDS!

Getting a gift for a friend who loves having friends over for dinner? Get the Nigiri Sushi Tong, picking up sushi just a whole lot easier. Never waste fallen pieces of sushi again!

If you haven’t got a green thumb but you still love the idea of miniature plants around the house, Ceraphyto makes sure that your plant gets the water it needs. Without having to lift a finger, your miniature plant will thrive and brighten up your room!

Want to try creating your own Bingsu? Good news for you, TOKYU HANDS has Yuki Yuki ice shavers for you to create icy desserts in the comfort of your own home!

3. Kiseki Japanese Buffet

Absolutely value for money and quality food Kiseki Japanese Buffet serves up all your Japanese favourites at an amazing $19.80++ for weekday lunch!

Head on down to Kiseki Japanese Buffet this month to experience their newest promotion, Mighty Taste of Autumn. Serving up both traditional and Singapore inspired fusion dishes, look out for the Salted Egg Tempura Maki, Salted Egg Seafood Pizza and the Pork Paitan Herbal Hot Pot! Bursting with flavor, The Mighty Taste of Autumn is available until 31 October 2016!

Kiseki Japanese Buffet
Orchard Central
#08-01/02/03,
Contact: 6736 1216/9626 7767 (SMS)

4. POMPOMPURIN Café

Looking for a dish that is bound to fill your appetite? The Coconut Milk Chicken Curry is the perfect dish for you! A warm and hearty dish accompanied with a mix of veggies, this dish is the perfectly balanced meal.

Newly-opened En Sakaba offers traditional Japanese dining and a casual spot to catch up with friends over drinks.

With a wide array of tapas, sake and cocktails, this is the perfect spot to unwind after a stressful day at work.

Their speciality here? The Jumbo Hotate Yaki and Zuwai Kani Kourayaki are the favourites at this casual dining spot.

En Sakaba
Orchard Central
#01-06
Contact: 6634 1018

6. Supermama –Pop-Up Store (Level 1)

One thing to look out for at OC this month is the Supermama Popup Store. Not your ordinary run-of-the-mill popup store, Supermama collaborates with local artists and traditional craft facilities in Japan to create Japanese-influenced contemporary giftware.

Kyoto-to Embroidery Purses

Look out for Kyoto-to’s embroidery purses. Fusing both traditional and contemporary sides of Japan, Kyoto-to explores new ways of promoting Japan’s culture and tradition through its embroidery designs.

Spend $100* at Orchard Central and you’ll be rewarded with a HAKOYA bento box!

A new design will be released each week, collect the remaining designs of this unique bento boxes that will brighten/cheer up your meal times!

*Terms & Conditions apply. While stocks last.

So what are you waiting for? Grab your family and friends and head on down to Orchard Central to join in the festivities!

Orchard Central is located at 181 Orchard Road, S(238896).

Customer Service hotline: 6238 1051(opens daily from 11am to 10pm daily)

Follow them on FACEBOOK & INSTAGRAM for more information.

Also Read: Top 5 Events You Cannot Miss: 17 October – 31 October

Eyescream And Friends: Shaved Ice GELATO That’s Super Cute, All Natural, And More!

When you’re sizzling in the Land of a Thousand Suns, you can’t help but crave for something cold… some shaved ice perhaps? Or, gelato would really hit the spot too. It sure is a tough decision when both seem equally yummy… Well guess what, now you can have both! That’s a food fantasy come true, as Eyescream and Friends has hit Singapore’s shores.

The mastermind of this refreshingly ingenious concoction, Mr Joad Lopez, took inspiration from shaved ice he ate at a Taiwanese night market.

Back in Barcelona where gelato was aplenty, he decided to matchmake the two. And that, was how Eyescream and Friends was born.

Eyescream And Friends – Compass One

As its name suggests, Eyescream and Friends represents the 7 basic flavours – a quirky medley of characters with distinct personalities and names to boot.

Woah, too many toppings, too little time! What a torture to have to choose, can’t we have all of them?

Here are some of the toppings – caramelized cookies, gummy bears, banana nut crunch, forest berries sauce, white chocolate sauce, and marshmallows.

Eyescream and Friends has just released its kiwi, watermelon and rockmelon toppings as well as a lovely salted caramel sauce.

As of now, there are 8 different flavours and a whopping 15 different toppings to please your palate as you mix-and-match.

This guarantees that you’ll experience the dessert in novel ways each time, as you play with endless new flavour combinations.

Oreo Yoghurt Flavour Complete Pack ($6.90)

The Complete Pack ($6.90) which we got, comes with a cup of shaved gelato and 2 toppings. The packaging is really cool, as it’s designed to hold a cup of gelato and 2 fun-size cups of toppings, so that you can stroll around the mall while you eat!

The tray even has a spot at the side to clip a piece of tissue or two. This way, your hands are free to tackle your yummy target.

The Oreo flavour was strong but not overpowering, and accurately encapsulated the taste of the crisp tidbit. No hint of stale biscuit there, we are talking Oreos fresh out of the packet.

We were surprised by how the shaved gelato managed to be creamy, yet not cloying. The icy texture of the gelato, which was smooth and slushy-like, prevented the Oreo flavour from coming across as too dense.

Add to that the tartness of the yoghurt flavour, which shook up the whole treat. Who would have thought that Oreo and yoghurt go this well together?

Wild Berry Complete Pack ($6.90)

If you could capture the joys of childhood in one flavour, this would be it. The wild berry shaved gelato tasted really fun and mischievous, like a mix of grape-flavoured Hi-Chew, Kyoto grape, and strawberry bubble gum.

The fact that it had just the right kick of sourness lent it a really refreshing touch, without going overboard.

It’s the perfect pick-me-up in the mornings, an invigorating treat in hot afternoons, and a perfectly spunky dessert to round off the night.

Chocolate shaved gelato ($4.90, without toppings)

Despite being a really common flavour, this chocolate shaved gelato is curiously different from the norm. It comes with a touch of je ne sais quoi that is hard to place.

While tasting similar to a hazel-nutty Ferrero Rocher, it has the added depth of the dark concentrated cocoa powder gathered at the bottom of a hot chocolate drink.

Cheesecake shaved gelato ($4.90, without toppings)

This was virtually a cheesecake blended into a slushy. However, with the pronounced taste of natural yoghurt, it’s a lighter, more refreshing version of your regular cheesecake.

For an interesting and yummy combination, try the  cheesecake-flavoured shaved gelato topped with forest berries sauce or strawberry sauce. We did just that, and couldn’t have been more pleased with the results!

The creaminess of the cheesecake flavour complemented the fruity tartness of the berry sauce, which was tangy and ripe with flavour.

How Eyescream’s Shaved Gelato is Made

We managed to capture how these little, tasty wide-eyed creatures are created!

First, a cylindrical block of ice maintained at an optimum temperature (for the right balance between creamy and icy), is loaded into an ice-shaving machine.

This contraption, which is flown in from Barcelona, then carves delicate layers of shaved gelato into a bowl.

Gelato shakes and lollipops

Apart from shaved gelato, Eyescream and Friends truly lives up to its philosophy of creating smiles, by offering gelato shakes ($5.90) as well as handmade lollipops ($4.90).

Among the lollipops, mango and apple are the most popular flavours. They’re all extremely fresh, as Eyescream and Friends flies them in from Barcelona regularly.

Feel On Top Of The World: 12 Bridges In Singapore That’ll Sweep You Off Your Feet

‘Cos I’m top of the world eh, I’m on top eh~

Now that we’ve got the song stuck in your head (great song by Imagine Dragons BTW), let’s talk a little about bridges.

We may not seem like a bridge-y country, but you’ll be surprised by the wide range of bridges we have in Singapore. From overlooking lush greenery to taking in a gorgeous sunset view, we present you a list of 12 bridges with amazeballs view.

1. MacRitchie Tree Top

If you’re a nature lover, you’re gonna love this one. Overlooking the MacRitchie Reservoir Park, this 250m long suspension bridge is naturally one of the most insta-documented bridge. Located between the two highest points in MacRitchie, you’re guaranteed to have a bird’s eye view of the canopy.

MacRitchie Tree Top
Location: 601 Island Club Rd, S578775

2. Southern Ridges

It may be a little less well-known, but this Forest Walk gives you a panoramic view of the greenery. This 1.3km long elevated bridges makes a good option for those looking for a stroll or some fresh air.

A stranger to almost none, this Henderson Waves Bridge is best known for its uh, waves? Currently Singapore’s highest pedestrian bridge, 36 metres above ground,you can often, in its waves, find exhausted trekkers seeking some protection from the sun. This bridge can also serve as quite the romantic date spot.

Henderson Waves
Enter from Telok Blangah Hill Park or Mount Faber Park.

4. OCBC Skyway

At 22 metres off the ground, you get to enjoy the panoramic view of the Marina Bay skyline (which gets really awesome after the sun sets). A mishmash of an urban and nature setting, a stroll along this bridge is nonetheless an interesting one.

OCBC Skyway
Location: 10 Bayfront Ave, S018956

5. Fort Siloso Skywalk

If you love skywalks, you’re gonna love this new kid on the block. Situated at Fort Siloso, this 11-storey high bridge is currently Singapore’s tallest skywalk. Embark on this scenic trek along this glass-bottomed bridge (at one part) and we guarantee you a unique experience. But if you’re deathly afraid of heights, we’d suggest for you to sit this one out.

Fort Siloso Skywalk
Location: Sentosa, Fort Siloso

6. Jewel Bridge

Hidden within Punggol Park is the lesser known Jewel Bridge, a pit stop for many of its resident joggers and cyclists. If you’re looking for a place to catch the perfect sunset, this bridge is definitely one of them.

Jewel Bridge
Location: Along Punggol Park Connector

7. Helix Bridge

A sight familiar to the city-dwellers, the Helix Bridge itself is an architectural vision. A curve-y bridge never fails to fascinate, we reckon the best time to take in the view of Marina Bay will be against the backdrop of the setting sun. If not, the night-lights at Marina Bay will also do the view justice.

This bridge is one of Singapore’s best kept secrets – the Lions Bridge that links Gardens By The Bay to Marina Bay Sands. From here, you have a bird’s eye view of the Singapore Flyer, almost the whole of Gardens by the Bay (including those domes), Marina Barrage, Marina Bay Sands (both interior and exterior), the CBD, and Bayfront Ave Road (if watching cars zoom past is your thing).

It’s particularly beautiful at night – trees line the pavement, there’s warm cosy lighting for ambience, and little wooden benches where you can sit and enjoy the view and breeze.

Lions Bridge
Location: Gardens by the Bay/ Marina Bay Sands

9. St John – Lazarus Walkway

Though technically not a bridge, this walkway connecting St John Island and Lazarus Island offers nothing less than an amazing view. We’d even go so far to say that the islands’ endless crystal clear waters are capable of giving Maldives’s beach a run for its money.

St John – Lazarus Walkway
Location: St John Island/Lazarus Island

10. Cavenagh Bridge

Built in 1870, the Cavenagh Bridge is no doubt one of the oldest bridges in Singapore. Located across the Singapore River, this bridge is named after William Orfeur Cavenagh, the last governor of the Straits Settlements. Situated in front of The Fullerton Hotel, this bridge gives you a splendid view of the majestic colonial building and the Singapore river itself.

Cavenagh Bridge
Location: 1 Fullerton Square, S049178

11. Railway Bridge

Another bridge well documented across various social media platforms, the Railway Bridge may be a little tricky in terms of access. But trust us, the view is worth the climb. With its indescribable charm, this rustic location will evoke a sense of appreciative nostalgic in you in no time.

Railway Bridge
Location: 380 Upper Bukit Timah Road

12. Sentosa Suspension Bridge

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So who says you need to be on top of the world to feel like it, eh? The amazing views you can enjoy at these 12 unique bridges will prove that height isn’t everything.

Also, read Singapore: The Wild Edition. Get Down & Dirty With These 6 Hidden Nature Activities!

Singapore: The Wild Edition. Get Down & Dirty With These 6 Hidden Nature Activities!

What?! Singapore has a wild side? Before thoughts of living like Bear Grylls start creeping into your mind, we are referring to living on the wild(er) side in Singapore – nature activities catered for the adventurous, nature-loving enthusiasts.

Sounds like your type of thing? Step out of your comfort zone with these hidden nature activities. Start living on the wild side – Singapore edition.

1. Hike to the Wetlands of Chek Jawa

Venture to this unknown nature wonderland hidden off the mainland of Singapore – Chek Jawa’s Wetlands.

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This is perhaps your only chance to touch and see this ancient-mariner which happens to be as old as dinosaurs!

Volunteers are trained to properly handle these fascinating creatures. You’ll learn to measure their length, identify their gender and breeding status before releasing them back into the mudflats. A science lesson like no other! This activity occurs once a month so do remember to register online beforehand.

Horseshoe Crab Project
For more information, visit the website here.

3. Explore Jurong’s Abandoned Railway Line

Surprisingly, Jurong’s abandoned railway line has yet to be declared as out-of-bounds by the Government, so feel free to go on this one-of-a-kind jungle and tunnel walk.

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5. Cycle and Trek Pulau Ubin

Just a short bumboat ride away, Pulau Ubin is set to whet your appetite for adventure!

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Escape the hustle and bustle of Singapore’s city life with these wild activities you never knew Singapore had! Get muddy and dirty with Singapore’s wild side. Get your trusty shoes on and get ready to take on Singapore’s wild side!

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