These Innovative Kickstarter Products Show That S’poreans Have Brilliant Ideas Too
Ever since crowdfunding website Kickstarter started, ordinary people with great ideas but without the budget to bring them to life have found the perfect way to do so.
Today, we highlight some refreshing and innovative Singaporean Kickstarter products that will not only make your eyes pop, you will also want to shell out money to get your hands on them!
1. KIN Wallet
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2. WeatherHYDE
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Ashton Kutcher described WeatherHYDE as “innovation at its finest”.
Indeed, this fully insulated, lightweight tent is a powerful tool that has the potential to save the lives of the homeless and vulnerable living in extreme weather.
One of the key features of the tent is its triple layer skin. It blocks light, thus eradicating any embarrassing shadows and making it women-friendly. The fact that the tent is fully enclosed also gives its inhabitants maximum privacy.
Additionally, the tent will only take a person 15 mins to install, without any tools!
Non-profit organisation billionBricks has already launched WeatherHYDE’s first pilot test in Delhi, India in 2016, giving homeless individuals their first homes. We foresee many more organisations following suit when they realise how useful this invention is.
3. LIMPEH SAYS
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Morally wrong but politically correct.
According to the game’s creators, this is the ideology behind this 18 and above only card game.
To say the game is tongue-in-cheek is an understatement. There is some seriously saucy content within these cards, all in the name of fun.
Playing the game is easy. For every round, one player, a.k.a the “Limpeh”, draws a Red Card. The rest of the players will answer the question posed in the card with their best White Card. The questions range from food, National Service to something as vague as “what do I think about to calm down?”. The Limpeh will then choose the funniest card combination as the winner.
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5. XUBE
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Showering after a tiring gym session can be a chore. This is especially so when you have to bend down and fumble around for your shampoo and bodywash products.
With XUBE, the inventor aims to solve this problem.
XUBE is a portable and sleek toiletries dispenser that unrolls and sticks to any smooth surface. Simply fill it with your shower products and you can start using it at your comfort!
6. INNI Nails
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This last product on our list is a dream innovation for women – imagine creating a one-of-a-kind nail design in the comfort of your own home!
This special software allows you to upload any image from your computer or the Internet, and use brushes and gradient tools to create a unique nail design. One user even created an eye-catching nail art design using her family photos!
However, if design is not your cup of tea, don’t worry. You can select from existing designs on the INNI Nail Studio program.
Kudos to the brilliant inventors who created all these amazing Kickstarter products! Who knew so many of these little things we’ve grown accustomed to doing everyday like watering plants and sorting cash could be eliminated with just a little bit of creativity?
We certainly hope we can look forward to more innovative products from these creators!
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These 5 Mobile Apps Are All You Need for A Fantastic Fuss-Free Life!
It is raining heavily and you have pulled out all the stops (and almost all your hair) trying to get that elusive cab. On the brink of exasperation, you decide to make one last attempt: GrabTaxi.
Sound familiar to you?
Most of us use mobile apps for entertainment, banking, chatting, etc. As shown above, sometimes, it can be a real lifesaver.
In this article, we’ve identified 5 fantastic mobile apps you absolutely need. These mobile apps may turn out to be the best investments of your lives and most importantly, they are FREE!
1. Splitwise
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Image Credit: Splitwise to save the day. The creators of this app know the pain of doing the sums. Basically, this app allows different people in the group to input their expenses, and it will automatically help you split the bill.
This is a saviour for all those who failed Math, so that there is no more racking your brains or having to punch in the numbers on the calculator.
2. PocketMalls
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Have you ever gotten lost in a mall because the mall directory was nowhere to be found? Or having difficulty trying to locate your favorite store in the mall?
With PocketMalls, you have the directories to all the malls in Singapore at your finger tips. With just a few simple steps, this app will help you find your desired store in the mall. What’s more, you can also read reviews on the stores!
3. SoShiok
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4. Happy Go Wild
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It’s always nice to be able to sit down at a pub or bar and chill over some drinks after a hard day at work. However, we know alcohol can be expensive. So when Happy Go Wild came out, we were elated!
Happy Go Wild is a real-time app that helps you search for places with ongoing Happy Hour promotions, saving you the hassle of looking for cheap chill out places.
With this app, you can enjoy drinks with your best pals without burning a big hole in your pocket!
5. 11th Hour
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Image Credit: SG50 campaign, 11th Hour was set up to help F&B businesses and customers to solve a perennial issue – leftover food.
With this app, businesses can share any last-minute promotions they have, and customers can search for promotions in their vicinity. A win-win situation for both!
We hope these 5 useful mobile apps help you out! With a whole world of tools at our fingertips, there’s no reason we can’t have that fuss-free life we all crave!
Also read, 9 New & Cool Restaurants In Singapore You Shouldn’t Miss Out On!
7 Classic Threats Only Singaporean Mothers Use To Scare Us Into Submission
Remember those classic threats our Singaporean mothers used on us to force us to obey them? Our mums seem to have that magical ability to make us complete tasks that we dread – homework, cleaning up our rooms, household chores, etc.
The best thing about Singaporean mothers? They do not even need to lift a finger, sometimes just one look coupled with the threat is enough to scare us into action and submission.
At Discover SG, we take a closer look at some of the classic threats our Singaporean mothers have used, for nostalgia’s sake. P.S we know some of you may still be under the spell of these threats. Good luck.
Singaporean Mothers’ Classic Threats: A Recipe for Obedience
1. If you don’t behave, I will call “Mata” to catch you.
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We are not sure how this threat came about. Was it because a mother saw a road sweeper and opportunistically used him/her to warn a lazy child to study hard?
Regardless of the threat’s origins or whether it’s morally right to make such comments, our moms say this with our interests in mind – they genuinely believe that doing well in school will help us become successful in life.
3. If you don’t finish your food/eat your vegetables, you will get *gasp* pimples.
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This is another classic mom quote. Separation from our favourite toy/game is as bad as going cold turkey. In fact, we still see
When this situation occurs, some of us will get creative by hiding all the canes in the hopes of avoiding the unspeakable when dad comes home.
Well, desperate times call for desperate measures.
6. (Insert your full name), you better…. (insert action mum wants you to take)
When mum calls your full name, you know you are in hot soup.
If you’re still not behaving as she wants, mum may proceed to the next step below.
7. I am going to count to three…you better…
Numbers have never sounded as frightening as when they came out of our mums’ mouths.
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We’ve all been scolded by our mums and while we may not always agree with what they say or do, deep down, we know they mean well. So, hang in there, if you still have to endure the classic threats by Singaporean mums.
As mums always say, it is “all for your own good”.
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Dress To Impress: Dress Rental Below $200 So You Look Good All Day, Every Day!
A special occasion is around the corner and you open your wardrobe to decide what to wear to impress your other half, your colleagues, or your friends. Looking at the array of clothes in different colours and lengths, you can’t help but wail “I have nothing to wear!”
Sounds familiar? Before you think of stepping out to buy another frock, we have a better solution for you.
Why buy when you can rent?
Buying a gorgeous dress for a special occasion costs more than $200, takes up space in your wardrobe, and you’ll probably only wear it once.
Here, we share with you the best dress rental services so you can search for that perfect frock at an affordable price.
Affordable Dress Rental Services
1. Rent A Dress
Rent A Dress has a wide range of dresses sourced internationally, including cult labels such as Self Portrait, Notte by Marchesa and ML by Monique Lhuillier.
Your dress comes pressed, saving you trouble!
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2. Covetella
Founded in 2015, Covetella celebrated its one year anniversary last year.
This premium online rental service has dresses categorised according to the occasion – cocktail party, prom night, wedding etc. There are hundreds of styles for you to choose from.
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Some of you may be familiar with dress rental service Love Potion, which was established in 2005.
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Love Potion specialises in evening dresses and bridesmaid dresses. The best thing about Love Potion is that it offers plus sized dresses, up to XXXL.
Love Potion
Address: 14 Scotts Road #04-58, Far East Plaza, Singapore 228213
Tel: +65 6735 3870
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Some of the designer dresses that caught our eye were Halson Heritage’s long, flowing chiffon gowns and Adriana Papell’s sexy and slinky gowns.
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When you visit the Style Lease website, remember to check out their sale section with discounts of up to 50%!
Style Lease
Address: 86B Circular Road, Singapore 049438
Showroom Opening Hours: 12 – 3pm, 6 – 9pm Wed – Fri, 10am – 2pm on Sat
Website: https://stylelease.com.sg/
Rental enquiries: [email protected]g
Fitting appointments: +65 9115 9091
Finding that perfect dress can be easy peasy with our guide. A to-die-for designer dress is within your reach with these dress rental services. Cheers to looking good at an affordable price!
Also, read 6 Cafes So Fancy Even Your Atas Friend Will Approve
10 Jaw-droppingly Strange Items On Carousell That Will Make You Go WTH!
As you return home, your mom screams at you while she is doing spring cleaning, “Ah boy ah, you bought so many caps last time. You only have one head, what are you going to do with all these caps?!” The nagging continues for another 5 mins until inspiration strikes.
“Mom, I can sell it on Carousell! I just have to take a picture and upload it online” you say.
Does this situation sound familiar to you?
When Carousell first launched, everyone rejoiced as its easy-to-use platform is convenient for selling and buying knick knacks. All you need to do is snap, chat and voilà your item is sold!
While it is true that you can score some useful items at a bargain, you may also be surprised by some of the strange items on sale.
Be prepared, our discoveries below will make your jaws drop and eyes pop.
Weirdness on sale: Strange items/Antiques on Carousell
1. Famous Trump Toilet Paper Roll ($18.88)
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Seller’s description: “Donald Trump Humour Toilet Paper Roll Novelty Funny Gag Gift Dump with Trump.”
With this roll of toilet paper, everyone will have the chance to get to know President Elect Donald Trump “at a deeper/intimate level”. We say buy this if Trump bashing is your thing.
2. Boyfriend ($0)
This is certainly one human item that left us speechless. At $0, this item is waiting for the right girl to take it off the shelf.
Seller’s description: “Virgin. Has very exaggerated reactions. Current PES E soldier. Drinks a lot of water. Shits white. Best friends with the other 2 boyfriends up for grabs. Calls people for a living. Note not a telemarketer. All A student. Potential class 3A driver. No, this is not a sale but a matchmaking. Disclaimer: no refunds. Missing gall bladder.”
Apart from the aforementioned item, the seller also has two more $0 boyfriend listings for you to check out. While stocks last.
3. Breast enlargement pump with twin flanged cups for superior suction/electric air pump machine ($59.99)
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4. NTUC bonus points ($5)
Seller’s description: “Selling 10 bonus points for 5$, postage included. Use the points to get hefty discounts on Phillips appliances such as toaster, blender, kettle, air fryer.”
Know someone who has sworn his/her allegiance to NTUC for the rest of his/her life? This will be the best gift for him/her.
5. Vintage GV Minions Movie Ticket ($10)
Seller’s description: “VINTAGE COLLECTIBLE”
The Minions movie was shown one year ago so we were scratching our heads when we saw the label “vintage”. In any case, we can all start selling our used movie tickets. Lelong lelong, anyone wants to buy from us?
6. Outdoor Portable Female Urinal Device ($13)
Seller’s description: “[X’mas Promo – 2pcs in 1 box Deal] A female urination device (also called FUD) that allows you to urinate while standing up. Ideal for camping, hiking or places where there are no proper toilet facilities or have poor and disgusting sanitation. Discreet, hygienic and flexible. Made of medical grade silicone. Just lower your panty and put the FUD against your body forming a seal, aim and pee. Dispose of it after use or clean and reuse as you like. Practice a time or two and you’ll pee like the men!”
When we first read this, our eyes popped!
This could be a #life-saver when you go camping or when there’s a crazy long queue outside the ladies. And of course, if you want to learn how to pee like a man – like what the seller said.
7. A packet of water lettuce
Seller’s description: “I have a big bag of water plants to let go. There are no snail or any pest that come with the plant. As I put in my organic water plant fertilizer and these plants just overgrown, so selling to allow my fishes to breath better !”
This is certainly one strange listing. According to the seller’s disclaimer, the seller is also not quite sure if these plants are really water lettuce, so buy at your own risk.
8. Rainbow slime ($3)
Seller’s description: “VV PRETTY ISTG”
This reminded us of the play-doh that we used to play with when we were young.
Seller obviously needs to work harder on the rainbow, because real rainbow slimes look like that:
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Nonetheless, the price is cheap – $3 a piece so if you are adventurous, you can chat with the seller to find out more.
9. Victoria’s Secret paper bag with tissue ($2)
This listing gives all the shopaholics hope to recoup their losses from crazy shopping sprees.
Seller’s description: “Small size from VS”
After you buy, buy, buy, you can stem the bleed of your wallet by trying to sell your paper bags.
10. Old Brass Spittoon/chamber pot ($125)
Seller’s description: “Diameter 22cm. Ht20”
Alas, we have saved the best for the last. This is the highest priced item on our list and it sure is a heavyweight.
A look at the seller’s items shows that he/she specialises in vintage products.
However, there is no indication of how old this spittoon is and we don’t dare to imagine how many people have used it.
We hope this list of strange items people sell on Carousell will inspire you. When you have something you don’t need, you know where to sell them.
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Old Is Gold: 5 Places To Buy Unforgettable Old School Singaporean Snacks
When you hear the words “old school Singaporean snacks“, what comes to your mind? If your answer is gem biscuits, Hiro cake, Ding Dang candy and the likes, high five!
These old school Singaporean snacks will always have a place in our hearts. Thus, we’ve uncovered a list of shops selling them, so you can relive those fond memories of school days with us!
Where to buy Old School Singaporean Snacks
1. Munch Munch
With a name like Munch Munch, you can expect to chow down on old school Singaporean snacks, just like during your carefree school days.
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We recommend consolidating your orders as you get free delivery for orders above $100. Munch Munch charges a $10 delivery fee if your order is below $100.
To purchase, visit the Munch Munch website or pop by one of its 2 stores (at Fusionopolis and Chinatown Point).
Munch Munch
Address: Connexis No 1. Fusionopolis Way, Connexis #B1-23, Singapore 138633
Opening Hours: 11am – 8pm
Address: The New Chinatown Point, 133 New Bridge Road, The New Chinatown Point #B2-03, Singapore 059413 Opening Hours: 11am – 9.30pm (Mon – Sat)
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In terms of delivery, Nineties Candy Shop charges $18 for purchases $201 and below, which is rather steep if you are buying a small quantity. Delivery is free for purchases $201 and above, so buying in bulk is the way to go!
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4. The Biscuit Shop
Iced gem biscuits, lemon biscuits, bun biscuits, chocolate wafers… you name it, The Biscuit Shop has it.
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The Biscuit Shop has a crazy assortment of old school Singaporean biscuits which they sell in tins and in small quantities (0.5kg).
If you are wondering whether you can mix and match biscuits for a tin, the answer is yes!
In fact, The Biscuit Shop allows you to mix and match 3 types of biscuits in a tin so you can have the best of 3 worlds!
$5 delivery charge for orders below $50, so they are a good choice if you want to buy small quantities. Free delivery applies for orders above $100. If your order is between $50 and $100, you pay a mere $2 for delivery.
The Biscuit Shop
Address: Blk 6 Tanjong Pagar Plaza Market and Food Centre 6 Tanjong Pagar Plaza #01-08/09 Singapore 081006
Opening Hours: 10am – 7pm (Mon – Fri), 9am – 4pm (Sat), Closed on Sun
Email: [email protected]
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Delivery is free island wide. However, Biscuit King requires a minimum order of $82. You can either drop by their outlet, or it’s time to activate all your contacts to buy, buy and buy!
Biscuit King
Address: 130 Casuarina Road, Singapore 579518 Opening Hours: 11am – 10pm (Tues- Sun), closed on Mon
Tel: +65 6458 0925
Email: [email protected]
Also, read Dessert Buffets In Singapore: So You Can Gorge On Ice Cream, Cakes & Chocolate!
Christmas Catering Is A Breeze With These 8 Go-To Caterers In Singapore!
Christmas catering can be oh-so-easy *flips hair* and wallet-friendly if you know where to look.
At Discover SG, we scoured the town for the most affordable Christmas catering deals at $50 and below per pax so you that can have a hearty feast!
8 Christmas catering that won’t break the bank
1. Stamford Catering
Stamford Catering takes the top spot for the lowest cost per pax Christmas caterer on our list!
The Xmas Cheer Feast, Stamford Catering’s cheapest menu costs just $13 per pax (Min 50 pax).
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Stamford Catering’s Yuletide Holiday Feast for a minimum of 20 pax is priced at $31 per pax. This buffet is a mix of Asian and European cuisine.
Notable Yuletide menu dishes are the Refreshing Creamy Honey Glazed Norwegian Salmon and the Japanese Unagi Garlic Butter Rice. Additionally, there is also a Cajun Spiced Turkey with Chestnut stuffing thrown into the mix to complete your Christmas feast.
Stamford Catering (all prices before GST)
X’mas Cheer Feast $13 per pax (Min 50 pax)
X’mas Joyous Feast $15 per pax (Min 40 pax)
Merry Elves Feast $17 per pax (Min 35 pax)
Joyous Noel Feast $21 per pax (Min 30 pax)
White Christmas Feast $26 per pax (Min 25 pax)
Yuletide Holiday Feast $31 per pax (Min 20 pax)
Christmas Side Orders Min order of $250+
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3. Rasel
Looking for a caterer with a great reputation?
Although it has won many awards, Rasel continues to offer competitively priced Christmas catering – at $22 per pax (before GST) for a minimum of 40 pax.
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Furthermore, Rasel has also gotten dessert lovers’ palate covered with delectable desserts such as Roasted Peach and Dulce de Leche Bread Pudding, and Yule Salted Caramel Log Cake.
Rasel Catering (all prices before GST) This Christmas, Bellygood has 7 different menus for you. “It’s the Season of Giving Party Set B” at $368 per set (8 – 10 pax) has unique dishes such as grilled Mexicana prawn topped with cheese and ham, chipolata sausages served on potato rosti coin with herbs, and a seafood platter of smoked salmon, poached prawn with mango salsa, seasonal mini octopus, and marinated topshell! Who can say no to this?! Bellygood (all prices before GST) Cater.in is another halal caterer providing an affordable Christmas catering option at $32 per pax for a minimum of 25 pax for all their menus!
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It’s The Season of Giving Party Set A $298 (8 – 10 pax)
It’s The Season of Giving Party Set B $368 (8 – 10 pax)
12 Days of Christmas $12 per pax (Min 40 pax)
All I Want for Christmas $35 per pax (Min 30 pax)
Healthy Christmas Bento $15 per packet (Min 20 packets)
Ala Carte Orders
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7. Orange Clove
Orange Clove prides itself for delivering “cross-cultural style fusing Asian and International dishes with creative interpretation”.
They are also an established caterer that has served a jaw-dropping 924,127 people to date!
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8. Four Seasons Catering
Nope, Four Seasons Catering is not related to the hotel or the durian puffs.
Instead, it is a Halal certified caterer with more than a decade worth of experience under its belt.
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So you can see, Christmas catering is no sweat when you have this list of trusted go-to caterers!
It’s time for the feasting to begin!
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9 New & Cool Restaurants In Singapore You Shouldn’t Miss Out On!
Does your date often complain about going to the usual haunts for dinners? If your answer is yes, it’s time to check out our low-down of the best new restaurants in Singapore. These range from Michelin-starred restaurants to those with stunning views.
Best New Restaurants In Singapore For Dates
1. Birds of A Feather
Calling all Sichuan cuisine fans! It’s time for you to flock to one of Amoy Street’s new restaurants!
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Opening Hours: 10am- 11pm daily
Tel: +65 6221 7449
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2. Tsuta Japanese Soba Noodles
Tsuta, aka the first Michelin starred ramen joint, has finally landed on our sunny shores.
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On the other hand, the Shio broth is prepared with seafood and chicken stock mixed with sea salt and rock salt and served together with green olives.
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Tel: +65 6734 4886
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3. Renga-Ya
Renga-Ya is a Japanese BBQ and steakhouse. Its name means ”brick house” in Japanese and that is also the theme of Renga-Ya’s decor.
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Aside from that, Renga-Ya also has a wide variety of yummy side dishes such as beef tataki and deep fried oysters as well as pork katsu.
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Renga-Ya Monti also counts authentic Italian dish Rombo, a baked turbot dish with potato discs and ravioli with braised veal osso buco filling, among its signature items. Besides good food, you can also look forward to an exciting line-up of music performances daily. Monti’s resident DJs are Stephen Day and Adam Sky. Monti For meat lovers, we suggest ordering the Limestone Ridge full-blood wagyu beef rump ($32 for 150g) or Heritage US Kurobuta pork rack (S$39 for 300g) for maximum satisfaction.
Address: #01-11/12 Chijmes, 30 Victoria St., Singapore, 187996
Opening Hours: Lunch 12pm – 2.30pm daily, Dinner 6 – 11pm (Mon – Sat), 5pm – 10pm (Sun)
Tel: +65 6352-1966
Email: [email protected]
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Address: 82 Collyer Quay, The Fullerton Pavilion, Singapore 049327
Opening Hours: Lunch 12pm – 3pm (Wed – Fri), Dinner 6pm – 1am (Mon- Thurs) and 6pm – 4am (Fri & Sat) Tel: +65 6535 0724
Email: [email protected]
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6. Upper Place
Perched atop Wangz Hotel, Upper Place offers a stunning bird’s eye view of the cityscape.
Upper Place specialises in European small plates with a pronounced Asian influence.
We recommend the Thai-inspired Slow Cooked Pork Belly Tacos ($10), Miso Norwegian Salmon ($17) and the Lobster Kueh Pie Tee ($10).
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Opening Hours: 12 -3:30pm, 5pm-1am
Tel: +65 62537307
Email: [email protected]
8. Red Tail Bar
Red Tail Bar is the latest addition to the new restaurants in Clarke Quay.
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Email: [email protected]
So there you have it, 9 new restaurants in Singapore with distinct styles and different cuisines to impress your date!
Discover SG confirm plus chop you will have a great time exploring and indulging in great food at these new restaurants. Who knows, maybe one of these new restaurants will turn out to be your new favourite hangout or dinner spot.
Also, read 15 Delectable Meals In Singapore Below $2.50 That Will Make You Question Reality
Riverside Grilled Fish – For Lovers Of Tongue-Numbing And Spicy Ma La Goodness!
Singaporeans love their Ma La dishes and steamboat. So much so that many restaurants specialising in Si Chuan or Chong Qing cuisine have set up shop in our sunny little island. Riverside Grilled Fish 江边城外 is one of the latest restaurants to take the bait and join the fray. It specialises in Chong Qing style grilled whole fish.
Discover SG has got the scoop on it and we are here to share more.
Riverside Grilled Fish’s History
Riverside Grilled Fish was founded by two friends who happened to try grilled fish topped with Ma La sauce while travelling in Wushan Town, Chong Qing.
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Grilled Fish with Double Cut Red and Green Chillies Sauce[/caption]
Needless to say, both of them were so taken with the robust flavours of the grilled fish that they set up their first restaurant in Beijing in 2005. Their restaurants all over China see long queues every day, much like what we experience at Hai Di Lao here in Singapore.
The rest as they say, is history.
Have your fish and eat it
Diners can choose from 4 types of locally sourced saltwater fishes priced between $35 and $42.
These include red tilapia, sea bass, black promfret and garoupa. The chef will cook the fish in the sauce of your choice.
Riverside Grilled Fish offers 8 sauces for you to choose from.
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Riverside Grilled Fish – Signature Fragrant Spicy Sauce[/caption]
According to the team at Riverside Grilled Fish, their Signature Fragrant Spicy Sauce (spicy and sweet) is a must try!
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Riverside Grilled Fish – Ma La Sauce[/caption]
For those who die die must eat something spicy for every meal, the Ma La sauce is specially concocted for you!
However, if you can’t take spicy food at all, opt for the black bean sauce. It is the only non-spicy sauce in the menu.
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Riverside Grilled Fish – Black Bean Sauce[/caption]
Once you have decided the fish and sauce of your choice, you can choose the ingredients to go with your fish.
Riverside Grilled Fish offers 18 items priced from $2.50 to $4.50 per dish. These include sausages, pork belly, tofu sheets and flat vermicelli.
Side dishes
The Si Chuan Crispy Duck ($12.80) is a must try, because it looks oh-so-tender on the inside, yet so crispy on the outside!
According to the Riverside Grilled Fish team, the duck is first marinated in Juniper spice, then steamed. Lastly, it is deep fried for that crispy taste and golden brown exterior.
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Another item you’ll love is Si Chuan flat noodles ($4.80).
The translucent looking flat noodles is made with quality soya beans directly sourced from Si Chuan. This explains its chewy texture. The red sauce of the flat noodles is spicy yet sour, which is refreshing to the palate!
Finally, end your meal with the popular pan-fried rice cake with soya powder ($6.80).
The rice cake is first pan fried with eggs then sprinkled with soya powder.
You can also choose to dip your rice cakes in white sugar to sweeten it.
Big fish in a little red dot at Raffles City
Since opening its first outlet in Beijing, Riverside Grilled Fish has expanded to 54 outlets in 12 cities in China.
Its Raffles City outlet in Singapore marks its first foray overseas.
Occupying a sprawling 5000 sq ft at the basement, Riverside Grilled Fish seats 150 pax.
Its interior is tastefully furnished to resemble a traditional fishing village so you see fishing nets, lanterns and wooden doors all around.
Tantalising Lunch Deal
Fish and spicy food lovers can now look forward to a tantalising lunch deal at Riverside Grilled Fish.
The restaurant is offering a weekday set lunch for two at $25++.
This includes a Japanese saba fish, white rice, and two drinks (soya or barley).
This deal will run till 31 December 2016, so bring your friends, family, colleagues for a meal before it ends!
Do make a reservation in advance as the restaurant can be packed during peak hours.
Our ambassador, Stephanie, visited Riverside Grilled Fish. Here’s her experience:
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Now that you have our cheat sheet of mouth-watering dishes to try, what are you waiting for?
It’s time to make a reservation and start indulging in the spicy delights that Riverside Grilled Fish has to offer!
One last thing, don’t forget to bring packets of tissue. These will come in useful when you tear or sweat after eating the spicy dishes.
Riverside Grilled Fish
Address: Raffles City Shopping Centre, #B1-06/07, 252 North Bridge Road
Opening Hours: 11am – 10pm daily
Tel: +65 6352 2035
Website
All images are courtesy of Riverside Grilled Fish unless otherwise stated.
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Under $25: 9 Super Local Christmas Gifts That Will Surely Amaze Your Friends!
Christmas is around the corner and Discover SG is here to save you from cracking your brains for the perfect Christmas gifts for your friends and family.
Read on for the best wallet-friendly picks from local brands and unleash your inner shopaholic!
1. For the couch potato
“I don’t want to go out lah, I’m very tired. I just want to stay at home and nua.”
Know a friend who is just like that? This is the gift for him or her!
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Designed by I am not a couch potato notebook
Naiise
3 Gateway Drive, Westgate Mall #01-30, Singapore 608532
6 Eu Tong Sen Street Central, #02-23,Singapore 059817
112 East Coast Road, I12 Katong, #01-31/32, Singapore 428802
3 Temasek Boulevard, Suntec City North Wing #01-477, Singapore 038983
Opening Hours: 11am-10pm daily
Cost: $10.60
Website: Naiise
2. For the everything also DIY friend
If you know someone who loves DIY projects, this starter kit will allow your friend to express his or her creativity.
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Who knows, maybe your Christmas gift next year will be created from this kit?
Cost: $15
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Not only will this Christmas gift allow our men to reminisce about their ah boys to men days, it will also keep them hydrated.
NS Jerry can bottle
Cost: $15.60
Naiise
3 Gateway Drive, Westgate Mall #01-30, Singapore 608532
6 Eu Tong Sen Street Central, #02-23,Singapore 059817
112 East Coast Road, I12 Katong, #01-31/32, Singapore 428802
3 Temasek Boulevard, Suntec City North Wing #01-477, Singapore 038983
Opening Hours: 11am-10pm daily
Website: Naiise
4. For the super local friend
Soy milk and youtiao are a common sight in our heartlands. Who doesn’t enjoy dipping a youtiao into a piping hot cup of soy milk?
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If your friend is crazy about all things local, she will be squealing in delight when she sees this cute little tote bag that can be paired easily with casual wear.
5. For the colleague:
Need we say more? We are in love with this sketchpad full of humorous Singlish phrases that most of us can identify with! The sketchpad also comes with blank pages for your colleague to express his creativity or include his toilet humour to explain why he is not at his desk. TEE-SAURUS Office Buddy sketchpad What better way to surprise a fashionista than with this chio little lip and cheek tint from Your friend can pack this niffy beauty kit into her make-up pouch and start being a chio bu immediately after receiving your Christmas gift. Wah Chiobu Lip & Cheek Tint This Nasi Lemak tea – yes, you heard us right, was inspired by one of our popular local dishes. It is made up of a fragrant mix of houjicha, genmaicha, coconut flakes, as well as local favorites such as dried pandan, dried chilli and flavouring. Don’t say Discover SG bojio! Naiise If your friend always has his nose in a book and fancies a quiet Christmas, this debut collection of short stories by local author In “Fourteen Entries from the Diary of Maria Hertogh”, Amanda Lee Koe shows what it is like to explore Singapore’s history through the eyes of Maria Hertogh, a Dutch girl who sparked riots in Singapore in the 1950s. While another story, “The Ballad of Arlene and Nelly”, traces the past of two lesbians over a thirty-year period. Apart from winning the and selected by The Business Times as one of the 
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Cost: $18.90
Naiise
3 Gateway Drive, Westgate Mall #01-30, Singapore 608532
6 Eu Tong Sen Street Central, #02-23,Singapore 059817
112 East Coast Road, I12 Katong, #01-31/32, Singapore 428802
3 Temasek Boulevard, Suntec City North Wing #01-477, Singapore 038983
Opening Hours: 11am-10pm daily
Website: Naiise6. For the fashionista:
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Cost: $18.90
Shophouse Sixtyfive
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The Nail Social, 42A Haji Lane 2nd floor (opposite vaingloriousyou)
Website: 
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Address:
3 Gateway Drive, Westgate Mall #01-30, Singapore 608532
6 Eu Tong Sen Street Central, #02-23,Singapore 059817
112 East Coast Road, I12 Katong, #01-31/32, Singapore 428802
3 Temasek Boulevard, Suntec City North Wing #01-477, Singapore 038983
Opening H0urs: 11am-10pm daily
Website: Naiise8. For the bookworm:
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Books Actually
9 Yong Siak Street Singapore 168645
Opening Hours: Sunday & Monday 10am – 6pm, Tuesday – Saturday 10am – 8pm
Website: 
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It can hold notes, cards and even loose coins! Your man will feel proud when he uses this money clip.
Tilea Leather Money Clip
Cost: $25
Naiise
3 Gateway Drive, Westgate Mall #01-30, Singapore 608532
6 Eu Tong Sen Street Central, #02-23,Singapore 059817
112 East Coast Road, I12 Katong, #01-31/32, Singapore 428802
3 Temasek Boulevard, Suntec City North Wing #01-477, Singapore 038983
Opening Hours: 11am-10pm daily
Website: Naiise
Now that you have read our quick cheat sheet to Christmas gift shopping, what are you waiting for? It’s time to get shopping!
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