Don’t Fight With The Crowd This NYE – Catch A Fireworks Musical From Japan At The Marina Bay Floating Platform
Well, we’re already halfway into November (seriously, where did the time go?), which means that it’s just about time to start making plans for New Year’s Eve.
From community centres to clubs there’s no shortage of venues to usher in 2019, but arguably the most popular place to be is still the fireworks display at Marina Bay (judging by the massive crowds we see every year, we’re clearly not the only ones who think so).
If that’s where you’re headed and want to take your viewing experience to the next level, however, then Star Island – Singapore Countdown Edition is something that you should definitely check out.
Fireworks, Japanese Style
[caption id="attachment_38124" align="alignnone" width="2500"] Image Credit: Star Island[/caption]Taking place in conjunction with the Marina Bay countdown, Star Island is a musical centered around the concept of Hanabi, a long-standing Japanese tradition of eating, drinking and being generally merry while watching fireworks.
“Traditional” doesn’t mean low-key, though. The show will be equipped with an array of futuristic gizmos, including laser projections, pyrotechnics and a whopping 200 speakers that’ll create an immersive, audio-sensory experience that you won’t soon forget.
[caption id="attachment_38128" align="alignnone" width="2500"] Image Credit: Star Island[/caption]On the narrative side of things, the show will feature not one, not two, but six segments, each choreographed to a unique soundtrack and featuring an extensive cast of multi-disciplinary performers. If you didn’t manage to catch the national day parade this year, this might be the next best thing.
While the musical itself will run for a little over 60 minutes, the festivities will start much earlier — from 5pm, ticket holders will be able to indulge in the Star Island marketplace, which’ll feature roving performances, family-friendly activities and of course, a wide variety of F&B stalls. Once the fireworks end, there’ll also be a dance party to help you make full use of your public holiday.
[caption id="attachment_38129" align="alignnone" width="2048"] Image Credit: Star Island[/caption]Tickets are available right now at apactix.com, with prices ranging from $38 to $118. Early bird prices are available till the 30th of November, so you might want to act sooner than later for this one.
Between the Prudential Marina Bay Carnival and this, Marina Bay sure looks like the place to be this New Year’s Eve.
Star Island – Singapore Countdown Edition
Venue: The Float @ Marina Bay
Date: 31st December
Time: 5pm – Late
Price: $38 – $148
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Trade In Your Travel Memories For Credits Or Free Experiences On Klook – Happening This Weekend Only
In today’s Instagram-centric age, it’s pretty much a requirement to take an abundance of photos while you’re on holiday.
But what happens to those photos after said holiday? More often than not those painstakingly VSCO’d pictures get lost in your phone’s photo gallery, never to be seen again until nostalgia kicks in every once in awhile.
Klook’s Travel Pawn Shop, however, is looking to change that.
Old Memories, New Experiences
Happening this Friday to Sunday at the Bugis+ Atrium, this pop-up is giving you the chance to “trade” your travel memories for tangible rewards.
[caption id="attachment_38104" align="alignnone" width="3024"] Image Credit: Discover SG[/caption]All you have to do is head down this weekend, post a photo with the hashtag #travelpawnshop on Instagram or Facebook, and you’ll be given a pawn ticket that grants you entry to the pawn shop.
This pawn ticket can then be redeemed for one of Klook’s 10,000 “mystery experiences” in Japan, Korea, Thailand, Taiwan or Hong Kong, which includes cooking classes in Bangkok and go-karting down the streets of Akihabara.
And if you’re not in the mood to try your luck, you can use the pawn ticket to redeem Klook credits instead, which give you a discount on your next booking with Klook.
Not a bad deal, considering that all you have to do is dig out something that’ll take two minutes to find.
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On top of that, there’ll be an Ask Klook Booth, where Klook staff will be ready to give you travel advice and answer any queries that you might have. There’ll also be flash deals on popular attractions such as Universal Studios Japan and Ocean Park Hong Kong happening at 2pm-6pm on Saturday and Sunday, so look out for that as well.
With vacation season on the horizon, this pop-up couldn’t have come at a better time. If you’re in the Bugis area this weekend, we’d definitely recommend heading down.
Klook Travel Pawn Shop
Venue: Bugis+ Atrium, Level 2
Date: 16th November – 18th November
Time: 10am – 10pm
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The Flower Dome Is Decked With Disney Tsum Tsums And Over 8,000 Poinsettias For Christmas
Christmas is looking to be extra magical this year with the arrival of Disney characters across the city.
The adorable Disney Tsum Tsum characters are bringing a touch of magic to the Christmas floral display at Gardens by the Bay starting this November.
Let It Glow, Let It Glow
Brace yourself for cuteness overload this holidays as Gardens by the Bay presents Singapore’s first Disney Tsum Tsum floral display.
[caption id="attachment_38087" align="aligncenter" width="3000"] Image Credit: Gardens By The Bay[/caption]“Poinsettia Wishes Featuring Disney Tsum Tsum” sees over 40 Tsum Tsums lying amidst a large field of more than 8,000 multi-coloured poinsettias at the Flower Dome. Join your favourite Disney and Pixar characters in stackable form as they make preparations for Christmas.
Snap a photo with Minnie Mouse and her friends decorating the Christmas tree, Mickey Mouse painting the ornamental baubles, Tigger sliding down ribbons while gift wrapping, and Dumbo lifting presents into the air!
[caption id="attachment_38088" align="aligncenter" width="1874"] Image Credit: Gardens By The Bay[/caption]Not one to miss Christmas, the characters from Frozen are bringing Arendelle to the Flower Dome. Even Perry the Platypus from ‘Phineas And Ferb’ will be making a special appearance!
There’s no doubt that the Tsum Tsums are highly adorable but the main star here is the poinsettia! The star-shaped flowers are commonly used in Christmas decorations. The Tsum Tsum floral display will feature close to 20 varieties of poinsettias of various colours such as the traditional red, pure white, rich yellow, pink and cream.
[caption id="attachment_38085" align="aligncenter" width="3000"] Image Credit: Gardens By The Bay[/caption]There will be plenty of other plants synonymous with the season such as Christmas berries, holly, and coniferous trees, including the Korean Fir that will help turn the Flower Dome into a snowy wonderland.
You can’t bring home the huge Tsum Tsum-stacked Christmas tree but visitors can choose from a range of Disney Tsum Tsum merchandise – including apparel, stationery, lifestyle products and even special-edition Disney Tsum Tsum x Udders ice cream – at the Gardens’ Conservatory Gift Shop.
“Poinsettia Wishes Featuring Disney Tsum Tsum” is one of the festive highlights at Gardens by the Bay this year, along with “Christmas Wonderland” which takes place at Supertree Grove. Both events at the Gardens are held in conjunction with Marina Bay’s “Celebrate in the City”.
[caption id="attachment_38083" align="aligncenter" width="3000"] Image Credit: Gardens By The Bay[/caption]Don’t wait too long as the Tsum Tsum floral display will only be around till 6 January 2019!
Poinsettia Wishes Featuring Disney Tsum Tsum
Address: 18 Marina Gardens Drive, Gardens by the Bay Flower Dome, Singapore 018953
Date: 2 November 2018 – 6 January 2019
Opening Hours: 9am – 9pm
Price: Usual admission charge to the Flower Dome applies
Website
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(Header Image Source: Gardens By The Bay)
The Prudential Marina Bay Carnival Is Coming Back With New Rides – Runs From 22 Dec To 24 March
The Prudential Marina Bay Carnival sure was fun, wasn’t it?
For four months, pretty much the entire Marina Bay area was transformed into neon-lit wonderland, acting as a simultaneous haven for foodies, Instagrammers and plush toy enthusiasts alike.
[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XCaEl9ZsyDI]And if you’re experiencing withdrawal symptoms or for some reason missed it the first time round, don’t worry — you only have to wait seven weeks before you can revel in its fun again.
Just In Time For Christmas
[caption id="attachment_38060" align="alignnone" width="960"] Image Credit: Prudential Marina Bay Carnival[/caption]That’s right — the Prudential Marina Bay Carnival will be returning to the Bayfront Event Space on the 22nd of December, and will run for three months till the 24th of March 2019.
Like its predecessor, admission is completely free, and it’ll run from 4pm – 11pm every single day. Operating hours will also be extended to 2am on both Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve, so if you’ve ever wanted to usher in the new year 55 metres in the air, here’s your chance.
Not much else has been revealed at the moment, but their website does mention that they’ll be bringing in more carnival rides from Europe.
[caption id="attachment_38061" align="alignnone" width="2048"] Image Credit: Prudential Marina Bay Carnival[/caption]Apart from that, it looks like the carnival will be sticking to the tried-and-true formula of hipster food stalls and deceptively simple carnival games that’ll challenge your boyfriend’s masculinity.
The best part is that this is just one part of a bigger series called Celebrate In The City, an initiative by the Urban Redevelopment Authority that’ll see events running all the way till the end of the year.
We’ll keep you updated on the carnival and everything else as more information comes in, so watch this space…and mentally prepare yourself for the inevitable crowds and queues too.
Prudential Marina Bay Carnival
Venue: Bayfront Event Space
Date: 22nd December 2018 – 24th March 2019
Time: 4pm – 11pm (extended hours till 2am on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve)
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(Header Image Source: Prudential Marina Bay Carnival)
This Hawker Turned His Family Recipe Into Japanese-Inspired Dishes – Sells Duck Ramen For Just $5
Walk into any coffee shop or hawker centre in Singapore, and chances are that you’ll find at least one stall selling duck rice and kway chap.
This ubiquity can be seen as both a good and bad thing — on one hand, Singaporeans can eat these classic dishes pretty much anytime they want, but the market has also become so saturated that it’s hard to tell one stall apart from another.
Melvin Chew of Jin Ji Teochew Braised Duck & Kway Chap, however, has managed to find a way around that problem.
Old Recipe, New Look
[caption id="attachment_38045" align="alignnone" width="4032"] Image Credit: Discover SG[/caption]Located on the second floor of Chinatown Complex Food Centre, Jin Ji has been operating since the building’s inception in 1983.
They weren’t always in the duck rice and kway chap business, though. Melvin’s parents originally ran a fruit stall, but his father made the switch when he realised that there were too many of those in the hawker centre. He learned the recipes from a family friend, and the rest is history.
[caption id="attachment_38041" align="alignnone" width="6000"] Image Credit: Discover SG[/caption]Fast forward to 2014, and Melvin — who decided to take over the business after his father’s passing — was presented with the same problem, and started to think of ways to set Jin Ji apart from other duck rice and kway chap stalls.
“It’s useless for me to tell everybody that I have good food,” he said. “Everybody says that they have good food, so I had to do something to let people know that I have something special.”
[caption id="attachment_38052" align="alignnone" width="6000"] Image Credit: Discover SG[/caption]Noticing that youngsters were gravitating towards Japanese food, Melvin came up with Duck Rice Bento, which is essentially his father’s classic duck rice recipe with an Instagrammable twist.
Presented on a stylish semicircular plate, the dish immediately looks more premium than those oval-shaped plates that you usually see at hawker centres (that option is available too, if you’re feeling a little more traditional).
[caption id="attachment_38047" align="alignnone" width="6000"] Image Credit: Discover SG[/caption]Aesthetics can only get you so far, though, and thankfully the Duck Rice Bento delivers in the taste department as well. The duck is extremely tender and flavourful — not surprising, considering that the ducks are braised for an hour and cooked with 9 different herbs and spices — while the kway chap is so smooth that it practically melts in your mouth.
[caption id="attachment_38046" align="alignnone" width="6000"] Image Credit: Discover SG[/caption]Melvin also incorporates bits of yam into his duck rice (rolled into balls for that #aesthetic, no less), and includes a perfectly-cooked ramen egg in the bento as well. These small, yet impactful changes add all kinds of different textures, resulting in a dish that’s unique in both looks and taste.
At $8 this certainly isn’t the cheapest hawker meal, but for the sheer amount of food you’re getting, I’d say it’s worth it. Melvin says that he’d usually charge more for the amount that he gives, and I was so full after eating it that I’m not going to dispute that claim.
Made With Love
[caption id="attachment_38044" align="alignnone" width="6000"] Image Credit: Discover SG[/caption]If you’re looking for something completely different, you might want to try Jin Ji’s Duck Ramen instead.
While not as flashy as its bento counterpart, the dish is bursting with flavour thanks to the noodles being drenched in a generous amount of duck sauce. The sauce also gives the noodles a rather unique texture that feels both wet and dry at the same time.
[caption id="attachment_38042" align="alignnone" width="6000"] Image Credit: Discover SG[/caption]For $5, this is a cheaper alternative that’s equally satisfying. For maximum satisfaction, I’d recommend adding the stall’s homemade chilli, which adds a kick of spiciness without going overboard.
If Melvin’s goal with his bento and ramen dishes was to set himself apart from other duck rice and kway chap stores, he’s undoubtedly succeeded (I’m not the only one who thinks so, considering that his customers base includes KF Seetoh, Jack Neo and the late Anthony Bourdain).
[caption id="attachment_38053" align="alignnone" width="6000"] Image Credit: Discover SG[/caption]From my brief conversation with Melvin it’s clear that he’s passionate about his continuing what his parents started, and it shows through the effort he puts into his food. If you’re a fan of duck rice and/or kway chap, this is definitely worth heading down to Chinatown for.
Jin Ji Teochew Braised Duck & Kway Chap
Address: Chinatown Complex, Block 335 Smith Street #02-156, Singapore 050335
Opening Hours: 10:30am-6pm (Closed on Fridays)
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Wanted Undead Or Alive – Win $1,000 Cash By Slaying Zombies At Orchard Rd
Want to find out if you really have what it takes to survive a zombie apocalypse?
From now till 4th November, thrill seekers can fend off zombies at Zombie Attack in this exciting and immersive experience. Battle zombies in the all-new zombie laser tag attraction, located right in the heart of Orchard Road.
[caption id="attachment_38024" align="aligncenter" width="6000"] Image Credit: Discover SG[/caption]Join The Resistance
When darkness falls at Orchard Road, the Grange Road Car Park (beside 313@Somerset) will transform into a creepy lab overrun with the undead.
Your team will have to navigate through various zones and challenges to find the anti-toxin cure for the virus outbreak. Through a series of obstacles, zombies will come hot on your heels so be sure to slay them through an immersive game of laser tag and solve the puzzles in the escape room.
[caption id="attachment_38034" align="aligncenter" width="6000"] Briefing Zone | Image Credit: Discover SG[/caption]Gear up with a battle rifle, and you’re ready to face the apocalypse. Use your ammo wisely as you would not want to turn into one of them!
Once you’re all suited up, you’ll find yourself transported to a run down room where you and your team have to work together to find a key to proceed to the next room.
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Walk through the dimly lit maze where you’ll find zombies lurking in every corner. You have 5 minutes in each zone to complete the mission!
[caption id="attachment_38028" align="aligncenter" width="6000"] Image Credit: Discover SG[/caption]The fun doesn’t end there. Once you’re out, you’ll be faced with over 15 zombies coming towards you in every direction. Work with your team to kill as many zombies as you can.
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Once you’ve reach the end, use the clues you collected to find the right anti-toxin cure to save mankind.
[caption id="attachment_38027" align="aligncenter" width="6000"] Image Credit: Discover SG[/caption]Commemorate your victory (or loss) with a picture at the end and enjoy exclusive vouchers to eateries like Geláre and Nandos or grab your friends for another round of escape room fun at Go Team and Trapped!
[caption id="attachment_38026" align="aligncenter" width="6000"] Image Credit: Discover SG[/caption][caption id="attachment_38025" align="aligncenter" width="6000"] Image Credit: Discover SG[/caption]
Take note that there are no age restrictions, however children under the age of 13 MUST be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older. Tickets are priced at $25 (students and members), $30 (single-pass) and $120 (for a team of 4).
Best part, the team with the most points at the end of the event will win a $1000 cash prize.
Survive the zombie outbreak at Zombie Attack. Warning, only the bravest should apply!
Zombie Attack
Venue: Grange Road Car Park (beside 313@Somerset)
Price: $25 (students and members), $30 (single-pass) and $120 (for a team of 4).
Date: 26 October – 4 November 2018
Opening Hours: 5pm – 11pm
Website
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Miss ULTRA? Catch International DJ Adam Sky ‘SMASH’ The Decks At Altimate From This Sat
If you’re a regular patron of Singapore’s clubbing scene, chances are that you’ve heard of the name Adam Sky.
Apart from being a regular headliner at Wave House Sentosa’s Atlantis Beach Parties, the Australian DJ-slash-producer performed at this year’s instalment of the Ultra Music Festival, and his beats have made regular appearances on the Beatport Top 100 charts as well.
Now, after two straight years of touring a multitude of countries that include Thailand, China and Russia, Sky has decided to return to our shores to perform on a more permanent basis.
Get High, Literally
[caption id="attachment_38018" align="alignnone" width="1600"] Image Credit: Altimate[/caption]Using the 61st storey club Altimate as his base of operations, Sky will be performing once a month in an event he’s calling SMASH.
“I’ve been touring the world, but honestly speaking I’ve been keen to find my way back to Singapore for some time now” the DJ said. “I want to engineer a night that will allow all true clubbers and music lovers to unite, and create a true clubbing experience.”
[caption id="attachment_38020" align="alignnone" width="2048"] Imagine This…Image Credit: Ultra Singapore[/caption]
So how exactly is SMASH different from any other clubbing night in Singapore?
Well, Sky aims to bring festival vibes to a club setting, giving patrons with the adrenaline they experience at festivals without the overpowering bass that you’d typically find in an outdoor arena. Considering his performance history, we’re inclined to think that he’s the right man for the job.
[caption id="attachment_38019" align="alignnone" width="1794"] …In This.Image Credit: Altimate[/caption]
The first instalment of SMASH will take place this Saturday, the 3rd of November, and guests can enter under Adam Sky’s guest list before 12am. Ladies will also be given a free drink coupon if they arrive under the Guestlist before 11pm, and the age requirement stands at 18 and 21 for ladies and men respectively.
ZoukOut still isn’t for a month, so why not scratch that dance festival itch early?
SMASH
Venue: Altimate
Date: 3rd November
Time: 10pm – Late
Price: $25
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(Header Image Source: Adam Sky)
This New Halal Deli In Bugis Serves Stacked Sandwiches With Hearty Fillings Like Rendang And Chilli Beef
Like many types of food out there, sandwiches are easy to eat, quick to make and delicious to eat. This combination of food traits is perfect for a society that is always in a hurry but still loves eating.
Now, if you love sandwiches as much as we do, you might just wanna pay Stack a visit the next time you’re craving for one!
[caption id="attachment_38005" align="aligncenter" width="972"] Image Credit: Stack SG[/caption]Curator Of Fine Sandwiches
Stack is the latest addition to The Black Hole Group, known for its themed cafes. Located along Jalan Klapa, the muslim-owned sandwich deli gives you a variety of sandwiches to choose from. With unique sandwich names such as ‘The Makcik’, ‘Sweet Valley High’ and ‘Sleepy Nonna’, Stack is definitely worth a visit.
Being a sandwich deli surrounded by plenty of offices, Stack provides a grab-and-go alternative, especially for those with tight schedules and deadlines.
Here are some of sandwiches you have to try the next time you’re at Stack!
1. Chunky AF ($15)
[caption id="attachment_38000" align="aligncenter" width="1080"] Image Credit: Stack SG[/caption]A definite crowd pleaser, this Chunky AF sandwich is thiccer than Nicki Minaj and Cardi B combined.
If you love a good bagel, this one comes with squashed lamb meatballs, peanut butter hummus, garden greens, roasted beets & eggplant with tzatziki which is basically a yogurt based sauce.
Make sure your wallet’s thicc too as this sandwich will cost you $15.
2. The Makcik ($13)
[caption id="attachment_37999" align="aligncenter" width="889"] Image Credit: Stack SG[/caption]Any makcik should know how to make good rendang and that is exactly what this sandwich is made of.
Using Rye bread, this sandwich comes with a generous portion of tri-tip beef rendang; garlic aioli; bruised tomatoes, garden greens, pickled onions and fresh jalapeños.
3. Sweet Valley High ($11)
[caption id="attachment_38002" align="aligncenter" width="1080"] Image Credit: Stack SG[/caption]If you love a sweet and savoury sandwich, then you’ll love this one.
This sandwich comes with two slices of fluffy french toast with country apple and peach compote, hickory turkey ham; blueberry cream cheese with speculoos sauce.
This sandwich is bound to give you a sugar rush once you’re done with it.
4. Deli Alli ($13)
[caption id="attachment_37998" align="aligncenter" width="1200"] Image Credit: Stack SG[/caption]The Deli Alli Challenge took over the internet by a storm so Stack also named one of their sandwiches after the famous football player.
Earn your spurs with the Deli Alli which consists of sourdough, hickory turkey ham, beef pepperoni, dill-brined chicken breast, pomegranate aioli, seedy slaw, bruised tomatoes and garden greens.
5. Sloppy Joe ($11)
[caption id="attachment_38004" align="aligncenter" width="1080"] Image Credit: Stack SG[/caption]Everyone loves a good sloppy joe but have you ever had it in a sandwich form?
The Sloppy Joe sandwich comes with onion peppers chili beef, paprika BBQ, bruised tomatoes, onion jam and mild cheddar sandwiched between two pullman loaf.
You’ll be begging for seconds once you’re done with this one.
6. Blue Steel ($11)
[caption id="attachment_38003" align="aligncenter" width="1080"] Image Credit: Stack SG[/caption]This Blue Steel sandwich is definitely Zoolander-approved!
The Blue Steel sandwich comes with a generous portion of crockpot chicken, sriracha aioli, seedy slaw, garden greens fresh jalapeños sandwiched between two pullman loaves.
7. Gold Finger ($9)
[caption id="attachment_38001" align="aligncenter" width="889"] Image Credit: Stack SG[/caption]Taking comfort food to another level, the Gold Finger sandwich will remind you of those egg mayo sandwiches your mother used to pack for breakfast!
Instead of being a plain ol’ egg mayo sandwich, this one comes with an extra touch of golden mustard and fresh dill.
8. Sleepy Nonna ($9)
[caption id="attachment_37997" align="aligncenter" width="1200"] Image Credit: Stack SG[/caption]This is the perfect treat for those with a sweet tooth!
This sweet sandwich comes with two french toasts, ripen banana, crushed oreos, swiss cheese with nutella drizzled all over!
We all love a good sandwich every now and then. So if you’re looking for a change from the usual plain sandwiches from 7-11, head down to Stack instead to get your sandwich fix.
Hey lovely folks at Stack, if you ever need new names for your sandwiches, you know who to call!
Stack
Address: 4 Jalan Klapa, Singapore 199316
Opening Hours: 10am – 6pm daily
Website | Facebook | Instagram
Also Read This Famous Chicken Wing Stall Closed Down After 40 Years At St. Nicks – Now They’re Back In RP
(Header Image Source: Stack)
Calling All Sneakerheads: Buy, Trade, And Clean Your Favourite Kicks At The Street Superior Festival 2018 This Weekend
Streetwear has proven itself to be one of the more lasting fashion trends in recent memory, and judging by the number of Off-White hoodies we see on the MRT it looks like it isn’t going away anytime soon either.
While the exact definition of streetwear is pretty open to interpretation, one constant in every ensemble is a pair of good sneakers — whether it’s Yeezys, Stan Smiths or Air Jordans, your choice of kicks quite literally forms the foundation of your outfit.
And whether you’re new to the scene or a seasoned sneakerhead looking to expand your collection, the Street Superior Festival 2018 is definitely the place to be this weekend.
All The Other Kids…
[caption id="attachment_37972" align="alignnone" width="2000"] Image Credit: Street Superior[/caption]Happening at the Pasir Panjang Power Station (which could be the hypebeastiest location in the history of hypebeast locations), The Street Superior Festival 2018 is the rebranded 6th edition of Sole Superior, Singapore’s largest streetwear and sneaker convention.
Probably the biggest draw of the entire event is the Marketplace, which features a whopping 70 vendors made up of private collectors, sneaker resellers, small businesses and streetwear brands themselves. In addition to ultra rare sneakers (prepare to drop some major dollars, btw), you can also expect to find other hype products like vintage clothes and Polaroid cameras to up your street cred as well.
[caption id="attachment_37973" align="alignnone" width="7360"] Image Credit: Street Superior[/caption]If you’re lacking the expendable income and already have more sneakers than you’d like to admit, why not trade your sneakers instead? All attendees can bring up to two pairs to sell or barter — not exactly how we pictured getting our grails, but beggars can’t be choosers.
Getting new kicks is far from the only thing to do there, though — those looking to window shop or just bask in the atmosphere can get their sneakers cleaned by Jason Markk’s Sneaker Care Technicians free of charge, or check out the genre-spanning lineup of local musicians that include .Gif, Cosmic Child and DJ Farah Farz.
[caption id="attachment_37971" align="alignnone" width="5462"] Image Credit: Street Superior[/caption]And what’s a festival without good food? With 15 independent vendors set to make an appearance, you’re bound to find something you’ll like — from reimagined hawker classics like Bacon Carrot Cake and Laksudon to Tokidon’s Wagyu Beef Bowls, you’re pretty much guaranteed to leave as full as you are fashionable.
We’ve only scratched the surface of what’ll be on offer at the Street Superior Festival 2018 (If you’ve always wanted to get a tattoo at a sneaker convention, here’s your chance), and you can check out the full list of activities at their website. Tickets are also $5 cheaper if you buy them online, so we’d recommend getting them sooner than later.
Street Superior
Venue: Pasir Panjang ‘A’ Power Station
Date: 27th – 28th October
Time: 12pm – 10pm
Price: $15/$20 (1/2 Day Pass Online), $20/$25 (1/2 Day Pass At The Door)
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(Header Image Source: Street Superior)
The Great Moscow Circus Returns To S’pore After A Decade To Thrill Us With 16 Death-Defying Acts
The kaleidoscope of colour and the cavalcade of characters that is the spectacular production by The Great Moscow Circus is finally in Singapore for the first time in over a decade.
Located under the red-and-white big top on Bayfront Avenue, next to Marina Bay Sands, catch the stellar performance with more than 16 sensational acts featuring astounding performers from Russia and beyond.
For four weeks, gear up for a line up of death-defying aerial stunts, daredevil motorcyclists, crazy contortionist and the funniest clowns!
[caption id="attachment_37964" align="aligncenter" width="6000"] Image Credit: Discover SG[/caption]Roll Up! Roll Up!
Led by ringmaster Stanislav Kynazkov, who happens to be an accomplished juggles and a very funny clown too. To keep the event lighthearted, master clown Dmitry Shindrov will pop in and out of the ring every now and then to get a few chuckles out of the crowd. Look out, he might just approach you in between acts!
[caption id="attachment_37955" align="aligncenter" width="3456"] Ring Master | Image Credit: The Great Moscow Circus[/caption][caption id="attachment_37956" align="aligncenter" width="480"] Master Clown | GIF Credit: Discover SG[/caption]
Possibly the most dangerous act in the circus – aerialists Katya Rubtsova and Anton Markov will be suspended 14 metres above the red carpet ring, spinning and twisting in a glorious artistic display of gymnastic skills. This act is performed with absolutely no safety nets and wires as backup.
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Acrobatic highlights also includes a “fast track” troupe The Rubtsovs tumbling and leaping across the space is a whirlwind of non-stop acrobatic action.
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Weird, wonderful and totally amazing – look out for the Man In The Glass Box who is a crazy contortionist from Dagestan. Watch as he folds and twists his body in ways we never thought possible.
[caption id="attachment_37960" align="aligncenter" width="4240"] Image Credit: Discover SG[/caption]If you’re a fan of Britain’s Got Talent, you might be familiar with Sascha Williams‘ crazy balancing act that even wowed Simon Cowell. This nail-biting act will definitely put you on the edge of your seats.
[caption id="attachment_37954" align="aligncenter" width="480"] GIF Credit: Discover SG[/caption]Just when you thought that’s all they have to offer, The Great Moscow Circus brings you to the biggest Globe of Death Motorcycle act to ever hit the shores. Cranking the noise level up a notch, five speeding motorcyclists will be trapped, circling around in the same steel globe.
[caption id="attachment_37961" align="aligncenter" width="480"] GIF Credit: Discover SG[/caption]Also expect to see horizontal bar performers, a pair of quick change transformationists, trampoline stunt group, a double giant wheel that spins while carrying four acrobats and more.
[caption id="attachment_37962" align="aligncenter" width="5760"] Image Credit: The Great Moscow Circus[/caption]The circus doesn’t get much wilder than this. It’ll be pumped with danger, action, fun and comedy to keep the whole family on the edge of their seats!
The Great Moscow Circus
Venue: Under the mighty Big Top Bayfront Avenue, Beside Marina Bay Sands
Date: 25 October – 23 November 2018
Ticket Prices: $55 – $155 (Buy your tickets on SISTIC)
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