Do You Feel It? The Weeknd Is Coming To S’pore For The First Time In December

Do you feel it coming? Do you?

The Weeknd has just announced that he’ll be performing in Singapore on 5 December 2018 for one night only in his first ever Asia tour!

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The performance venue and ticket prices have not been revealed at the moment, so here’s a music video to tide you over until the information is released.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M4ZoCHID9GI

For those of you who aren’t familiar with The Weeknd, you might’ve heard him in Marvel’s Black Panther soundtrack, where he sang “Pray For Me” with Kendrick Lamar.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XR7Ev14vUh8

No wonder everyone loves the weekend.

The Weeknd Live In Singapore 2018
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Continue The National Day Celebrations With Good Makan, Music, And Movies This Weekend

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Another National Day might have come and gone, but that doesn’t mean that the celebrations have to stop.

If you’re not ready to put away your red t-shirts and remove Home from your Spotify playlist just yet, here are some events that’ll help you scratch that patriotic itch over the weekend:

Independent Market National Day Fair 2018

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Have the recent festivities spurred you to fill your home and / or wardrobe with locally-inspired merchandise? Then Independent Market’s National Day Fair is definitely the place to be.

Featuring wares from an assortment of homegrown brands, you’ll find everything from notebooks to cushion covers — all of which feature local icons such as the Merlion, chilli crab and the famous Toa Payoh dragon playground, to name a few.

This is one of the rare occasions that so many local brands will be in one place at the same time, so you best head down unless you’re cool with scouring the island to find them again.

Independent Market National Day Fair 2018
Venue: VivoCity Southeast Boulevard
Date: 10th-13th Aug 2018
Time: 10am-10pm
Admission: Free
Website

RWS Street Eats 2018

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What better way to celebrate Singapore than to indulge in its favourite activity?

Following its highly successful debut in 2017, Resorts World Sentosa’s Street Eats event is back for a second year, featuring a curated collection of over 20 street food stalls from Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Thailand and of course, Singapore.

This year’s special guests include Chef Steven Long from Vietnam, who’ll be serving his signature Pho and Vietnamese Summer Rolls. while Chefs Zainal Abidin and Mohd Fairus, on the other hand, are set to satisfy both your eyes and mouth with their Flying Roti Canai preparation / performance hybrid.

Entertainment has never tasted this good.

RWS Street Eats 2018
Venue: Resorts World Sentosa, Malaysian Food Street (Waterfront Level 1)
Date: 10th-19th Aug 2018
Time: 11am-9pm (Monday-Thursday) 9am-10pm (Friday-Sunday)
Admission: Free
Website

Garden Rhapsody: Singapore Edition

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If you’re looking for a place to just sit back and relax, head on over to the Supertrees at Gardens By The Bay, where there’ll be a special National Day edition of the Garden Rhapsody light and sound show.

The light show’s hypnotic visuals should be reason enough to head down, but the real attraction is the star-studded group of Benjamin Kheng, Nathan Hartono, Rani Singam and iNCH, who will be performing a collection of local tunes to keep you in the National Day mood.

Some of Singapore’s best musicians performing some of Singapore’s best songs at one of Singapore’s most iconic landmarks…for free? Yeah, there really isn’t any reason for you not to go.

Garden Rhapsody: Singapore Edition
Venue: Gardens By The Bay, Supertree Grove
Date: 10th-12th Aug 2018
Time: 7:45pm, 8:45pm
Admission: Free
Website

Films At The Fort

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Okay, this one isn’t exactly National Day themed, but paying a little too much for a hipster experience has become so commonplace in Singapore that it could be considered a national pastime.

At $30 a ticket, Films At The Fort isn’t exactly the cheapest date idea, but you’ll be hard pressed to find another event that allows you to watch a classic movie in an open-air setting under the stars. It’s a unique concept for sure, and one you should experience at least once in your life.

Romance Classic The Notebook and sex comedy Blockers will be screening on Saturday and Sunday respectively, so there’s something for everyone. The organisers are also expecting “a strong demand for tickets”, so be sure to get yours quick.

Films At The Fort
Venue: Fort Canning Park
Date: 11th August 2018 (The Notebook), 12th Aug 2018 (Blockers)
Time: 7:30pm
Admission: $29.80
Website

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Get Boozy With Fellow Singaporeans While Watching NDP Live At The Projector

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The National Day Parade is a quintessential Singaporean event that brings our country together (for a few hours, at least), but we think it’s safe to say that originality isn’t exactly their strong suit.

Yes, there’s bound to be some new offerings — in this year’s case, a 10-minute film directed by Boo Junfeng — but for the most part you can count on seeing mainstays like the Red Lions, marching contingents and costumed primary school kids taking up the majority of the parade’s screen time.

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Exciting as these are, there’s a sense of deja vu watching the same thing year after year, and If you’re looking to switch up your NDP viewing experience you might want to check out Watch It Wet: NDP 2018.

One People, One Nation, One Drink-A-Pore

Organised by everyone’s favourite hipster cinema The Projector, the event is the first of a “new occasional series of communal drinking”, and aims to unite everyone as “one people, one nation, one drink-a-pore”. They’ll be broadcasting the parade on one of their big screens, alongside a dedicated bar for all your alcoholic needs.

This isn’t just going to be a mere screening, however — the event will also be hosted by drag queen Becca D’Bus, who’ll provide commentary throughout with the things you want to say but are too afraid to.

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The best part? Admission is pay as you wish, so you won’t have to break the bank to attend. The Projector suggests a minimum of $15 though, which is still reasonable.

Doors open at 5:15pm on August 9th (duh) with free seating, so you’d better head there early if you want to experience an NDP in a totally different way this year.

Watch It Wet: NDP 2018
Venue: Intermission Bar at The Projector
Date: 9th Aug 2018
Admission: Pay As You Wish
Website

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(Header Image Source: Intermission Bar at The Projector)

Sip But Don’t Spill – Enjoy Blends From Local And International Brands At Singapore Tea Festival 2018

Singapore Tea Festival

For all you tea lovers out there, I suggest you take a sip of that chamomile for your nerves and grab on to something because we’ve got news.

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Following its popularity when it debuted last year, the Singapore Tea Festival is back for its 2nd edition this coming 21 to 23 September 2018!

Tea Bazaar By teapasar

Organised by teapasar, the Singapore Tea Festival 2018 will be held at the ION Orchard’s Basement 4.

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For those of you wondering, teapasar is the first global marketplace that features both local and international tea brands, and even rare teas direct from tea farms. Talk about exclusivity.

This year’s Singapore Tea Festival will be bigger than before, with 28 tea and tea-related brands all under one roof!

A Fes-Tea-val For Everyone

You can find single-origin tea merchants in the Timeless Classics section.

With vendors such as Tea Chapter, experts of the art of Chinese Tea and Chinese Tea appreciation, and Parchmen Academy, a school dedicated to the art of tea appreciation.

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The Modern Blends section will feature Singapore’s own local tea brands. You can expect to find unique tea blends inspired by local flavours, such as Durian Tea from SUCRE, and Nyonya Kaya tea from The 1872 Clipper Tea Co.

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You can also get your hands on Botanically Cold Brewed Sparkling Teas from Gryphon Tea and even 100% compostable tea pods from A.muse Projects, that are compatible with Nespresso machines!

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For those of you with more sophisticated tastebuds, the International Flavours section has got you covered with selections from Matchaya, Ito En, and Bali Organic Tea.

To go along with your tea purchases, you can also get tea-related items at the Lifestyle section, such as tea illustrations from Troops On Print and handcrafted ceramics from &Natural and Euphoramics!

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If you love your tea as much as we do here at DiscoverSG, then you should head down to the Singapore Tea Festival 2018, happening from 21 to 23 September 2018!

Singapore Tea Festival 2018
Venue: ION Orchard Basement 4 Atrium, 2 Orchard Turn, Singapore 238801
Date: 21 – 23 Sep 2018
Website

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Carouselland Is Back With Over 400 Popular Sellers, Entrepreneurship Talks, And An IG Photography Trail

Carouselland

For all you flea market lovers, aside from Twilight: Flea & Feast this August, there’s going to be another marketplace bazaar happening!

It’s Carouselland and they’re BACK!

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Happening from 11 to 12 August 2018 at Marina Bay Sands Halls A and B, this year’s Carouselland promises to be bigger and better than ever.

Singapore’s Largest Indoor Marketplace Bazaar

This year’s event theme is “Trails & Treasures” and it will feature 400 curated booths by popular Carousellers!

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Event-goers can expect to find both new and pre-loved items, handmade gifts, vintage fashion pieces, and even retro games and collectibles!

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It’s the biggest thrift shopping convention ever.

Carouselland – Trails

Stand a chance to win $500 cash when you participate in Carouselland’s Treasure Trail!

And that’s not all, the first 500 participants will get a sure-win prize such as Carouselland shopping vouchers and even exclusive Carousell merchandise!

There are 3 stations on the Treasure Trail for you to visit, with specific tasks to complete.

1. Station 1 – Padang

Flash your Carousell app to collect your first stamp!

2. Station 2 – Local Pride Section

Take a photo or an Instagram Story and upload it with the hashtag #Carouselland to get your second stamp.

3. Station 3 – DBS Booth

Buy and pay with DBS PayLah! at Carouselland. Flash the DBS PayLah! transaction and you’ll get your third and final stamp!

Keep checking their website for the event map, so you’ll know where to go!

Carouselland – Treasures

With 400 curated booths at this year’s Carouselland, you’ll be spoilt for choice on what to shop and eat.

There will be a dedicated Local Pride section which will feature some of Singapore’s up and coming talents in the local creative scene such as Rachel Lim, founder of Love, Bonito, and Sylvia Chan, co-founder of Night Owl Cinematics.

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You can also find unique Carousell vendors such as @movietoysg, @flonecase, and @pally. You can find the full list of vendors here.

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Of course, it’s not just shopping. There’s food too!

Expect to see the usuals such as Katoshka and The 6ixs Rosti and more! The people who brought you the edible helium balloon at this year’s Geylang Serai Bazaar, Rainbow Works, will also be there with their unicorn milkshakes.

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Done shopping? How about attending a workshop and making your own crafts?

Carouseller @funwithartz will be conducting a workshop where you can make your very own Miniature Fishball Meepok figurine, and even turn it into an accessory you can wear!

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How about turning a drink can into a functioning lamp? For the Instagram fanatics, Singapore’s Insta-famous twins, Yafiq and Yais, will be leading an interactive photo trail where you’ll learn how to shoot, edit, and compose.

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Slots are limited for the photo trail so hurry and sign up here!

You can view and sign up for the other workshops here!

Get $5 In Your DBS PayLah! Wallet

Lastly, download DBS PayLah! with the promo code “CAROULAH” to get $5 credit in your PayLah! wallet which you can use at Carouselland to get $5 off your purchase!

If you’re in dire need of some retail therapy, then don’t miss Carouselland 2018, happening from 11 to 12 August 2018 at the Marina Bay Sands Halls A and B! Admission is FREE.

Carouselland 2018
Venue: Marina Bay Sands Halls A and B
Date: 11 – 12 Aug 2018
Admission: Free
Website

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15 Best Stalls To Visit At Twilight: Flea & Feast – Indoor Bazaar With All-S’porean Food, Clothes And Crafts

Did you hear? The highly anticipated Twilight: Flea and Feast is back again for it’s third edition! If you missed out on #TWILIGHT18 earlier on in February, don’t fret. From 3 – 5 August, make your way down to the Suntec Convention & Exhibition Centre for a day of browsing through dozens of flea stalls, free movie screenings and of course, sinking your teeth in tasty eats!

This indoor bazaar houses over 100 stalls selling popular street food, clothes, accessories and handmade crafts. This time round, you guys are in for a real treat as you’ll find more than 50 F&B vendors – you probably won’t know where to start!

For the first time since its inception, all vendors showcased at the event will be local. Which is why this year’s edition of TWILIGHT will be themed “Proudly Local” so both vendors and visitors get to celebrate everything we love and remember about Singapore.

To help you out with your upcoming shopping and gastronomic adventure, we’ve listed out some of our favourite makan and shopping vendors that you HAVE to visit!

What To Makan

1. Saiko

Think of Saiko as the elevated version of your typical pasar malam takoyaki joint!

Serving up Japanese street food realness, Saiko serves takoyaki in sizeable portions with full bite-sized fillings. You can choose from 3 different fillings – octopus, chicken and braised mushrooms. You also have the option of mixing 2 different fillings in one serving.

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Other selections include Classic, Dashi (takoyaki with dashi broth, bonito flakes and scallions) and Miso (takoyaki with miso butter and rice krispies). Top it all off with a perfectly cooked onsen egg for just an additional $2!

We promise you that the takoyaki from Saiko won’t disappoint!

2. Burgernomics

Burgernomics got everyone raving over them when they first opened at Pasir Ris Central Hawker Centre. They aim to differentiate themselves by keeping their burgers honest and simple, but with a distinctive Asian twist.

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This time round, you get to satisfy your burger cravings without having to travel all the way down to Pasir Ris!

We heard that their burgers are really popular at events so head down early to avoid the long queues.

3. Inariku

If you eat, sleep and breathe all things Japanese, then you’re going to love this one.

Trained at the Tokyo Sushi Academy to fortify her passion for Japanese cooking, you can expect her highly raved lobster inari which comes in small sets of 4, ramen, unagi bento and more!

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We recommend getting her lobster inari which is a combination of lobster and squid salad which sits atop a bed of sushi rice. All these premium ingredients are nestled within some Inariage aka Aburaage (the sweet beancurd pouch) and finished off with some Japanese mayonnaise.

4. O’Braim

O’Braim entered the pasar malam circuit around 2016 selling goreng pisang (banana fritters) with a modern twist.

They sell banana fritters in different flavours, including chocolate and cheese with condensed milk, while using a goreng pisang recipe passed down from their grandmother.

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You’ll always find long queues at their stall which also means “confirm plus chop good”.

5. Ikan1986

A must have at every BBQ, their freshly grilled otah is one of the best we’ve had at any pop-up events!

Based on a traditional family recipe dating back to 1986, their staple menu item has fed scores of people ever since.

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Made with fresh mackerel and a select number of equally fresh herbs and spices, their freshly grilled otah remains a delightful way to please the palate and tummy; either as an afternoon snack or part of a meal.

6. Egg Stop

Opening early August 2018 at Paya Lebar Square, you’ll get to try their sandwiches first at Twilight Flea & Feast.

Although we don’t know much about them yet, their sandwiches look like the perfect mid-afternoon snack.

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Just look at all that filling spilling out of their sandwich. We don’t know about you, but we’re definitely excited to try this one out!

7. Katoshka

Katoshka needs no introduction from us. They’re seen at almost every bazaar/pop-up events that they’re pretty much a household name by now.

They go by a very simple concept: good ol’ fries served in cups laden in different sauces, from special cheese, sour ranch, chilli beef and sambal cheese.

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If you love their fries as much as we do, then go get yourself a cup (or two) at Twilight!

8. Naughty Boyz

Known for their spicy mac and cheese, this is the perfect meal for sharing.

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Their mac and cheese is bound to be a gooey delight. I mean, who doesn’t like cheese?

9. BOO:EH

BOO:EH serves up inspired butterbeer like the ones you see in Harry Potter World. This homemade brew consists of 2 parts – soothing liquid gold and dreamy butterscotch foam.

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The flavour is so rejuvenating and unique that it transports you to a magical world at the first sip.

What To Buy

10. The Rattan Baby

Every season the fashion world brings with it a corpus of new bag trends. So much so, that deciding which one to add to your already swelling collection can be a task in itself.

A woven hand-held basket, a tote or an oversized shopper, whichever style you choose, it’s sure to be a failsafe option that works for all occasions from a casual walk in the park to a dinner date.

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Get your stylish woven rattan bags for The Rattan Baby at very affordable prices!

11. Soul Singapore

For all you mummies and daddies looking for a new sling to carry your baby around comfortably, check out Soul Singapore!

If you’ve been looking for a brand new baby carrier for awhile now, then you’ll love how airy their material is especially in Singapore’s crazy heat.

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Comfortable, easy to use, safe and stylish products for all your baby carrying needs!

12. Pindemic

Wear your heart on your sleeve with their pins – literally. Pledge your allegiance, indulge in your daydreams, celebrate the everyday, decorate your possessions and publicly declare your obsessions.

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Each design is based on an original work of art and is then crafted to high standards to ensure that the beauty of the art is carried through in each pin.

If you love switching things up with your wardrobe, then you’ll love these pins from Pindemic.

13. Raf Raf Baby

Are you a sneakerhead? Do you wish your kids have cool and stylish kicks as well?

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Get your babies or toddlers some stylish new kicks that they’ll wear and love!

14. 13Rushes

Step aside Morphe, Singapore has their own line of brushes that you should look out for!

If you’re a make up freak and you need a new set of brushes, then check out the ones by 13Rushes.

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They’re made of synthetic materials and are cruelty-free as well.

15. Speca

If you like to be extra with your eyewear, then you’ll go crazy at Speca’s booth.

We completely understand if you’re addicted to collecting sunglasses. If this sounds like you, then you’ll love the designs that Speca carries as they are fun, quirky and most importantly, not #basic.

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We know finding the perfect sunglasses can be difficult, but hopefully you’ll find the perfect eyewear at Speca!

If you’re wondering what to do in Singapore this weekend, then you HAVE to check out Twilight: Flea & Feast. This is the perfect weekend activity for your friends and family.

No need to worry about the weather, head on down to flea and feast!

Twilight: Flea & Feast “Proudly Local”
Address: Suntec Convention and Exhibition Centre (Halls 401 & 402)
Date: 3 – 5 August
Time: 10am – 10pm
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Mark Your Calendars – Singapore’s First Meme-Themed Pool Party Happening Aug 5

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In the 80s and 90s, we all thought that the future would have flying cars and holoprojectors like the ones in Star Wars but all we have is an entire generation of people communicating in memes.

If you’re wondering what memes are, they’re like a modern, cynical version of hieroglyphics – pictures or screengrabs of a certain character or emotion with a short caption to convey the sender’s exact sentiments.

And frankly, they do the job really well. They’re always concise and accurate, more so than the average emojis.

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Come 5 August 2018, Singapore is about to have its very own meme-themed party – POPsicle 2018.

Mad For Memes

Organised by the AOS Collective, POPsicle is Singapore’s first ever meme-themed party, featuring a lineup of resident DJs from Singapore’s hottest clubs.

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Held at the rooftop pool of Hotel Jen Orchardgateway Singapore, the party will have a wide variety of cocktails that have been exclusively designed for the event. Someone say meme-themed cocktails?

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There will also be barbecue food if you’re feeling hungry.

While you chill and mingle by the rooftop pool, be entertained by music from the likes of DJ Krumbs from Bang Bang, DJ Shai, DJ Local Motion, DJ BillyT, and DJ Koh Han.

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Early Bird tickets are now available at $18 each.

To purchase tickets or book a table, you may do so via any of POPsicle’s social media platforms, via email at [email protected] or via Whatsapp at +65 9022 6743.

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If you’re sick of plain old dancing in clubs and you’re looking for a different experience, then this meme-themed party is perfect for you.

POPsicle 2018
Venue: Hotel Jen Orchardgateway Singapore, Rooftop Pool
Date: 5 Aug 2018
Time: 4pm – Late
Price: $18
Website

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(Header Image Source: @aos_collective,POPsicle, and Shaifudin Suhaimi)

Slurp 11 Different Ramen While Enjoying J-Pop And An Eating Competition This Weekend

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Whenever I’m having a bad day, one of the few things I find comfort in, is a hot bowl of ramen.

Singapore is no stranger to ramen establishments, with many dotting the island, serving up bowls of comforting noodle soup.

This weekend, Singapore’s largest and only ramen event, Ramen Revolution returns for its 2nd edition!

The Revolution Returns

This year’s Ramen Revolution will be bigger and better than last year’s, with an extensive event lineup spanning the weekend, taking place at Resorts World Sentosa, The Forum B1!

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Some of the participating ramen stores include local favourites like Kanshoku Ramen, who will be presenting their best-selling Truffle Ramen, and Hokkaido Ramen Santouka with their event-exclusive Tantanmen – made with their signature shio base, sesame paste, and chilli oil for that spicy kick.

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Other ramen stores who will be offering event-exclusive ramen include Ramen Bar Suzuki with their Extreme Black Tonkotsu Ramen, Kajiken Singapore with their Okinawa Mazesoba, and Men Men Tei with their Jiro Style Aburi Chashu Ramen.

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On top of being able to try all these exclusive ramen, you get to vote for your favourite ramen store! If the ramen store you voted for wins the most votes, you stand a chance to be one of 10 lucky winners to walk away with Crayon Shinchan collectibles!

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That’s not all that will be happening at the Ramen Revolution 2018. There will also be JPOP performances by various JPOP cover girl groups such as Natsuiro Party and Tokimeki JUMP.

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For those of you who are intrigued by eating competitions, we have good news.

There’s the Food Fight, a speed eating competition, organised by Singapore’s very own Food League SG. Participants will have to finish a bowl of ramen and 8 gyozas in the fastest time. The fastest 6 will qualify for the finals on Sunday.

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Food League SG’s own competitive eater, Zermatt Neo, will also be there to demonstrate his ability at Capacity Eating (eating a large amount of food in the time allocated).

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The champion of Food Fight will win a 3D2N staycation at Park Hotel Clarke Quay, $100 Syun F&B voucher, a pair of S.E.A Aquarium adult tickets and a pair of Adventure Cove Waterpark tickets!

If you’re a Japanophile, don’t miss out on the Ramen Revolution 2018, happening this weekend from 27 to 29 July 2018 at Resorts World Sentosa, The Forum B1!

Ramen Revolution 2018
Venue: Resorts World Sentosa, The Forum B1
Date: 27 – 29 Jul 2018
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Singapore Night Festival Returns On Aug 17 With Luminous Horses, Lightning Duels And More

August is almost upon us. Other than National Day and a whole bunch of Durian, Nasi Lemak, and locally-inspired food to try, there’s also the annual Singapore Night Festival!

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Happening from 17 to 25 August 2018, the Singapore Night Festival returns for its 11th edition, once again taking over the Bras Basah.Bugis precinct.

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Over a span of 9 days, the area transforms into a midsummer celebration, with dance performances and art installations for festival-goers.

Singapore Night Festival 2018

This year, the festival kicks off with Night Lights, which will feature 16 light installations by both local and international artists peppered around the Arts and Heritage district.

Festival-goers can also revel in the showcase of 27 performances across various different art disciplines from 23 to 25 August 2018. As with the previous years, there will also be food and beverage options and artisan crafts on sale.

This year’s festival will also feature unique collaborations such as the performance by Hope Technik and local jazz dance troupe EV Dance.

The performance, named Let there be ____ will see the dancers donning and performing with the ‘Audra Exoskeleton’ – an exo-suit created by Hope Technik to assist workers in heavy lifting.

The Leap of Faith by Teng Ka Wei is a honeycomb-inspired installation that lights up with words of encouragement when visitors interact with it.

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The World of WearableArt is an internationally-renowned New Zealand-based design competition, and this year it’s partnering with the Singapore Night Festival for the first time. They will be displaying 8 of the competition’s past intriguing creations.

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That’s not all, this year, if you explore around the festival grounds, you’ll find numerous unexpected surprise performances, such as the FierS à Cheval (Proud Horses), a roving act featuring large luminous horses dancing and strutting around the precinct, by French theatre troupe, Company Quidams!.

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If you liked the Tesla Coil show at the Science Centre when you were a kid, you’ll love this next performance.

In a stunning combination of physics and art, UK troupe Lords of Lightning’s performance, The Duel, will see nearly four million volts of electricity hurled into the air as thunderbolts. Pikachu got nothing on them.

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The back alleys of Armenian Street will also be transformed thanks to the Graffiti Alive installation which uses lights and motion sensors to bring street art to life!

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From 17 to 25 August 2018 at the Bras Basah.Bugis precinct, the Singapore Night Festival 2018 promises to be the hottest event in town.

The question is, are you ready for it?

Singapore Night Festival 2018
Venue: Bras Basah.Bugis precinct (Also read 8 Unique And Underrated Photo Spots In S’pore Along The Downtown Line

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Save Your Data – Get Free Wi-Fi On 16 SBS Buses From Now Till Mid Sept

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Running low on data? Bout to hit your data limit for the month?

From now till mid September 2018, DBS is offering FREE Wi-Fi service on board 16 buses as part of the #DBSturns50 celebrations!

DBS x SBS = No BS.

All you have to do is spot the DBS print on the 16 buses.

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Once on board, look for the Wi-Fi network “LiveMoreWithDBS” on your mobile device, connect, and start surfing!

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It’s as simple as that.

The 16 selected bus services are 8, 13, 21, 30, 39, 58, 81, 86, 87, 107, 132, 153, 163, 168, 174, and 196.

We’ve been waiting for Wi-Fi on buses for those long bus rides and while SBS and SMRT doesn’t seem to be implementing these as permanent features anytime soon, this is the closest we can get to that dream.

I guess it’s time to start taking the bus home.

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(Header Image Source: DBS)