What’s better than knocking back some drinks with friends on a Friday night? A live band of course! With more quaint bars offering customised drinks popping up in popular areas like Club Street, Amoy Street and Telok Ayer Street, there’s been a lack of bars that feature a live band.
Don’t get me wrong, quaint bars are really great but when you just want a place to relax after a long week, live music just has that ‘kickback and relax’ vibe. We’ve found 5 bars that have made live music a big feature in their bars, and we’re telling you they sound AMAZING!
1. Blu Jaz
Blu Jazz needs no introduction if you’ve ever walked the streets of Haji Lane. While other bars have come and gone, Blu Jazz has stood the test of time. If you’re ever in the area and in need of place to relax after a long day Blu Jazz is the perfect place. WithDJs and live jazz bands playing here every other day of the week, it’s no wonder Blu Jaz is a favourite among locals and expats!
Blu Jazz
11 Bali Lane, Historic Kampong Glam, S189848
Opening Hours: Mon – Thu, 12pm – 1am; Fri, 12pm – 2am; Sat, 3pm – 2am
2. Timber @ The Substation
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Opening Hours: Tue – Thu, 6pm – 1am; Fri – Sat, 6pm – 2am
Contact: 6338 8030
3. The Powder Room @ Black Swan
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The Powder Room @ Black Swan
19 Cecil St, S049704
Opening Hours: Mon, 11.30am – 11pm; Tue- Thu, 11.30am – 12am; Fri, 11.30am – 1am; Sat: 5pm – 1am
4. Crazy Elephant
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5. Wala Wala
(image credit: Also Read: Timbre Goes Out Of SG! You Can Soak In The Chill Vibes & Good Music At KL Now!
Are you ready for one of Asia’s biggest outdoor beach party? Taking place on 9 and 10 December at Siloso Beach Sentosa, the line-up for ZoukOut 2016 is better than ever!
Here’s what you need to know to gear up for the event:
ZoukOut 2016 Day 1 highlights:
Hardwell
For those who’ve missed out on his world tour last year, this is your chance to catch World’s #1 DJ (for two years) spin live.
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No stranger to the EDM scene, Martin Garrix is back for a second year. At just 20, this Dutch DJ and producer has already founded his record label.
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Credits: 1. Costa Sands Resort
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Prices start from $455 per night. Their refurbishment project will complete in October. What’s better than affordable pricing and new facilities?
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ZoukOut 2016
Date: 9 – 10 December 2016
Venue: Siloso Beach, Sentosa
Website: ZoukOut Official
With so many award-winning DJs spinning at ZoukOut 2016, we’re sure that it will definitely be 2 incredible nights!
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The 10th Archifest returns this year with a Pavilion designed by DP Architects. Themed “Exhale”, the festival will be held from 23 September to 9 October in the heart of the CBD at Raffles Place Park.
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The theme ‘Exhale’ aims to examine the rapid pace of life within our dense city and to challenge people to dictate their own rhythm of life.
Take time to slow down and breathe while you enjoy the installations and events happening at the festival.
This temporary structure is not to be missed, so what are you waiting for? Come on down and explore the eye catching Pavilion at Raffles Place!
Highlights
Organised by Singapore Institute of Architects (SIA) and the Singapore Institute of Landscape Architects (Sila), there are more than 30 events lined up at Archifest this year.
From talks, to workshops, and exhibitions, discover great things at Archifest 2016 with more than 100,000 visitors expected this year.
Of course, the best things first:
#FlipTable
Feeling all stressed up at work? Well, design consultancy Chemistry has the right solution for you.
Set against the backdrop of Raffles Place, the team designed #FlipTable. And it truly allows you to flip a table!
Have a go and finally put your words into action!
https://youtu.be/wcAvmzup2YA
In all seriousness, it’s actually an interactive installation that provides an avenue for you to vent your frustration in a creative manner.
Take a deep breath and exhale while you do some damage at #FlipTable. It’s all about harnessing negative energy into a positive form.
#FlipTable
Location: Raffles Place Park
Date: 23 Sep Fri, 27 Sep Tue, 3 Oct Mon
Time: 11.30am – 2pm
Book Swap & Beer
Books & Beer is Singapore’s first travelling book swap service. You’re invited to bring up to 10 pre-loved books and exchange them for another book!
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No books to swap? Simply drop by and browse some books, courtesy of ORO Editions and ONG&ONG Group. These books are free for you to take home.
Bring your own beer and beverages and enjoy your time with Books & Beers!
Book Swap at Books & Beers
Location: Raffles Place Park
Date: 24 Sep Sat
Time: 3pm – 6pm
Barter Market
Barter Market is a collective effort between local makers, artists, and crafters in our community.
The goal? Take money out of transactions.
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Bring a little something so you can trade your item for goods or services. No better way to bond with humans, we’d say! Nothing like good old bartering.
Barter Market
Location: Raffles Place Park
Date: 9 Oct Sun
Time: 2pm – 6pm
RGB Pavilion With A Psychedelic Selfie Tunnel
With a structure so vibrant and colourful, this is hard to miss.
The Pavilion is composed entirely of construction site materials; so it’s “zero waste”. There are rows of multi-coloured safety netting and over 70 tonnes of scaffolding pipes.
This structure is a breathtaking 22m tall! Here’s how small we’ll look:
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There’s so much to do at Archifest 2016! With so many exciting programmes happening this weekend till 9 Oct, be sure to mark this event down on your calendars!
Archifest 2016
Date: 23 September to 9 October
For full details of events and happenings at Archifest, visit their official website Attention Coffee Lovers: Here’s Your Chance to Savour 30 Cups Of Coffee At Only $30!
This year, the National Coffee Movement has teamed up with KopiPass to bring a unique experience to all coffee-lovers out there! Touted as the ultimate café-hopping pass, pass holders will be able to enjoy up to 30 cuppas from 30 different cafés islandwide at just $30!
Sounds like your cup of tea coffee? Then read on.
Tell me more about this.
If there’s one beverage that’s beloved the world over, it’d be coffee. We Singaporeans are no exception – from your kopitiams to the sheer number of cafés littered around the country, it’s not too much to say that kopi is everywhere in Singapore.
To make café-hopping more accessible to everyone, KopiPass allows you to café-hop with friends and loved ones without burning a hole in your wallet (because café food isn’t exactly cheap, we’re sure you know!).
So, when will KopiPass launch?
On September 29, which is National Kopi Day, of course!
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Image Credits: Being the die-hard coffee fans that we are, Singapore has expectedly joined countries celebrating the goodness of coffee in the form of National Coffee Day – affectionately termed as National Kopi Day.
How does it work?
You buy a KopiPass for $30. With this pass, you can visit 30 participating cafes and drink 30 different cups of awesome coffee! What a great bargain, since a cuppa often costs upwards of $4 at just about any café!
Of course, we wouldn’t expect you to be able to drink 30 cups of coffee in a day, would we?
Not to worry, because your Kopipass is valid for 6 months, from 29 September 2016 to 31 March 2017. That’s a super decent amount of time.
If you find that you’re unable to make full use of it, fret not, because the pass is transferrable/ shareable! No worries about not fully utilising your pass!
Passes are available for purchase either What about the participating cafes?
The cafes will stamp your pass when you redeem your drink. Only one drink redemption per cafe.
“We want to deliver a superior cafe hopping experience, which means being very selective with our participating cafes and ensuring overcrowding will not happen…” shared Kathy, co-founder of KopiPass.
Sounds great! Where do I buy the KopiPass?
Image Credits: The pass is currently available for purchase online Otherwise, you may purchase the pass at any participating outlets from 29 September.
If you’d like to have a KopiPass and savour 30 cups of coffee goodness, you can stand a chance to…
Win a KopiPass!
Simply LIKE and SHARE this post on Facebook to stand a chance to win a pass! Yes, it is that simple! That’s all you need to do for a chance to savour 30 cups of coffee at 30 cafes for free.
https://www.facebook.com/discover.sg.official/posts/2090012651224426
This giveaway ends 28 September. There are 10 passes up for grabs! Lucky winners will be notified through Facebook.
Pssst! We also heard that some cafes will be offering 1-for-1 coffee on 29 September!
Follow us on facebook for the details!
KopiPass
30 cups of coffee for only $30!
For more information, please click This article is brought to you by Discover SG x KopiPass.
(Header image credit: KopiPass, words by editor. All picture credits: KopiPass, unless otherwise stated.)
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Sick of the same old cafe food at your typical neighbourhood cafe? Drop by Sin Lee Foods and tuck into unique creations for some sinfully good food!
The ambience
Located in the tranquil neighbourhood of Bukit Ho Swee, Sin Lee Foods was converted from an old coffeeshop. Its original name and signboard remains!
Choose between al fresco dining under a sheltered pavilion or head indoors for respite from the afternoon heat.
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Decked in wood, metal and red bricks, the cosy interior space exuded a rustic and homey feel.
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We sat at the bar table outside and really enjoyed the peaceful estate and environment Sin Lee was situated in.
The ambience, especially with the overhanging lights, gave off a warm and cosy comfort that immediately drew us to the place.
The food
You won’t find your usual egg benedict at Sin Lee Foods, but you’ll surely devour awesome food and beverages. With the owners being trained in Guy Savoy and Les Amis, they sure know flavours well.
Aburi Mentaiko Burger ($14)
We particularly enjoyed the Salted Egg Yolk Fries and the re-introducd Aburi Mentaiko Burger. The savoury creamy housemade mentaiko sauce made it taste so good!
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The torched aburi pork shoulder was tender, lathered with the sauce, and topped with a gorgeous amount of salmon roe. All the flavours went well together!
Prepare to get your hands dirty and dig in to this delicious burger.
Besides the Salted Egg Yolk fries and the re-introducd Aburi Mentaiko Burger, here are other items on the menu you should try!
Chirashi Rice Bowl ($14)
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All those sashimi and tuna lovers, hands up!
Fresh tuna and salmon, fish roe, spring onion, and black sesame seeds are served atop rice. This dish is definitely for those who love salmon and tuna sashimi.
Yakiniku Beef Bowl ($14)
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If pork or fish is not your choice of food, why not try the Yakiniku Beef Bowl? Runny yolk oozes out into the tender beef slices. Tuck into a warm bowl of beefy goodness!
There you go! Who’s ready for some awesome good food?
Thumbs up to Sin Lee Foods for its constant innovation and take on cafe food. Sin Lee Foods is indeed satisfying and definitely worth future visits.
Not the easiest to get to, so get your GPS out and track down this unique cafe at Tiong Bahru!
You can get a 10% discount at Sin Lee Foods with HollerOut. Read here for details!
Sin Lee Foods
Address: Blk 4 Jalan Bukit Ho Swee #01-164, Singapore 162004
Contact: 6377 3170
Opening Hours: Tues-Fri 11am-9pm; Sat 9.30am-9pm; Sun 9.30am-6pm; PH 11:30am-6pm. Closed on Mon
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When you think fitness, what comes to mind is usually a fast-paced, sweaty workout to burn off those calorie-laden junk we’ve been feeding our bodies.
While that’s not wrong, a cardio workout hardly constitutes the entire concept of fitness. Fitness is a connection between the mind and body – which makes meditation a huge part of fitness.
It is a common misconception that, when the body is at rest, it is completely unproductive.
Well, here to bust that myth is a studio home to floatation pods and calm, meditative spaces for you to free your mind.
Palm Ave Float Club
Zero clutter, and away from the bustle of the city life that we’re all too familiar with – walking into this space was a breath of fresh air.
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The vibe was zen, calming the mind and easing the body in preparation of a new environment: the floatation pod.
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At the reception area, I was greeted by Cherie, who checked me in and handed me a cup of tea. It was my first time in a floatation pod, so Cherie talked me through the whole process of floating, and the healing properties of salt water.
The Floatation Pod & its benefits
Floating is a form of meditation.
Like all meditative practices, floating helps to clear the mind, calm the soul, and reset our bodies.
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It is a mental detoxification, which is especially therapeutic in today’s digital age. We are not only glued to our digital devices like computers and handphones, we are also multi-tasking thanks to the functionalities of these devices.
Floating helps us to put aside such stressors and focus on the present.
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To reap the full benefits of floating, your mind should be free from distraction for the whole 60 or 90 minutes. When you find yourself drifting to other thoughts, bring your focus back to your breath, or the atmospheric music played in the pod.
Be aware of what you’re feeling in your body, so you’ll leave the pod noticing the difference.
Each pod is filled with 500kg of epsom salt dissolved in water, making floating effortless. So don’t be afraid to lie back and relax. In addition to healing in the form of meditation, the buoyancy of the salt water helps to heal muscle aches and ease tensions in the body as well.
I guess it’s true what they say, “The cure for anything is salt water”.
What to expect
After the introduction, it was time to leave my insecurities at the door, strip down, and trust in salt water.
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Yes, one is recommended to float nude to feel weightless – after all, you do have an entire room to yourself. If putting on a swimsuit makes you feel more comfortable – by all means!
Due to hygiene purposes, it is necessary to take a shower before stepping into the pod. Don’t worry, soap, shampoo, and towels are provided.
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Next, I popped in earplugs (also provided), switched off the lights, and stepped into the pod.
The water was at a comfortable temperature and felt slightly alkaline from the salt content. I took no time at all to familiarise myself with my new surroundings.
There was a spray bottle and a small towel hooked over a rod on the left, just in case I somehow managed to get salt water in my eye (I didn’t).
There were also large rubber buttons in the pod for me to switch the colour changing lights off within the pod as soon as I was comfortable.
My experience
I shut the pod and laid down, arms and legs stretched out like a starfish (in yoga terms, savasana). The pod was spacious – my hands and feet did not touch the edge of the pod, and the roof of the pod did not feel close to my face at all. As soon as I closed my eyes, I completely forgot that I was in a pod.
I’m pretty sensitive to motion when in the water, especially when I’m on a boat or on a paddleboard (I don’t get sick, but I do feel nauseous).
But while I was floating in the pod, I did not feel any motion.
That few minutes before I fell asleep, I actually heard white noise – a beat that sounded like it came from a turntable (apparently this is common). I then drifted into a deep sleep, dreamt, then woke up panicking because I forgot that I was in a floating pod – that was how comfortable I was!
The only thing I’d have done differently was to use the pool noodle provided to support my neck, because I felt slightly nauseous not from motion sickness, but from the weight of my head hanging down.
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Overall, the experience was extremely relaxing and rejuvenating – I’d definitely be back!
As a self-professed worrywart, and someone who is constantly juggling too many things at once, I did feel more calm and alert after my float.
If you’d like to carry your meditation on after that 60 or 90-minute long float, feel free to stay as long as you like at Palm Ave’s chill out spaces, and take in the breathtaking view of Kallang.
Palm Ave Float Club
Location:
66 Kampong Bugis, #05-01, Singapore 338987
20 Waringin Park, Singapore 416333
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There’s nothing like getting a fresh haircut after a long while. With a rise of barbershops in Singapore, catering to dapper cuts and shaves it can get pretty tough to decide where to get that trim. We’ve sourced the top 10 best barbershops in Singapore where you’ll come out feeling and looking like a gentleman!
1. Sultans of Shave
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11 North Canal Road #02-01, S048824
Opening Hours: Mon – Fri 10:30am – 9pm; Sat 11am – 6pm; Sun Closed
Contact: +65 9384 2161
2. Truefitt and Hill
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is recognised as one of the finest gentlemen’s barber in London. With famous past patrons such as the British royal family and Winston Churchill you know your hair is in safe (and very professional) hands. With leather and dark wood interior and dated photographs adorning the walls you might just think you’ve been transported to Old England!
9 Ann Siang Rd, S069690
Opening Hours: Mon – Sat: 10am – 8pm; Sun: 11am – 4pm
Contact:+65 6223 5263
Capitol Piazza
15 Stamford Road #01-61, S178906
Opening Hours: Mon – Sun: 1030am – 8pm
Contact: +65 6384 1440
3. Deep Cuts
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61 Kampong Bahru Road, S169380
Opening Hours: Mon – Thu: 12pm – 10pm ; Fri: 3pm – 10pm; Sat – Sun: 11am – 9pm
Contact: +65 9852 1184
4. The Panic Room
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311A Geylang Road, S389350
Opening Hours: Sat-Mon: 11am – 9pm; Tue: Closed; Sun: 10.30am – 6.30pm
Contact: +65 6746 1565
5. Premium Barbers
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277 Orchard Road, #04-12/13, S238858
6. Jermyn Street
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57 Eng Hoon Street, #01-86, S160057
Opening Hours: Mon – Fri: 11am – 9pm; Sat: 10am – 9pm; Sun: 10am – 8pm
Contact: +65 6222 5590
8. Hounds of the Baskerville
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Hounds of the Baskerville
24 Bali Lane, Singapore 189860
Opening Hours: Mon-Fri, 11am-10pm; Sat, 11am-7pm
Contact: +65 6299-1197
9. A Few Good Men
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9 Raffles Boulevard, #01-51 Millenia Walk, S039596
Opening Hours: Daily, 11.30am – 8.30pm
Contact: +65 8276 2679
10. The Golden Rule Barber Co
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188 Race Course Road / Roberts Lane; #01-02; S 218612
Operating Hours: Mon – Fri 11am – 10pm; Sat 11am – 9pm; Sun/Public Holiday 11am – 5pm
Contact:6341 7291
With these 10 amazing barbers in Singapore, there’s really no reason why you shouldn’t look like a dapper gentleman!
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Good news for meat lovers out there! . From 28 Sept to 22 Oct, prepare to be awed by their wide selection of flawlessly-prepared quality roasts.
If you’re a huge meat eater, you’ll definitely feel at home at The Great Meat Feast. Choose from Aomori Rice Beef from Japan, Mayura Full-Blood Wagyu from Australia (this chocolate and grain fed cattle gives the beef a sweet and nutty undertone), Zebu from Brazil (A national favourite among Brazilians) and of course, Black Angus!
If that isn’t enough meat for you. Look out for their other hot dishes like The New Zealand Roasted Leg of Lamb and Crispy Pork Knuckle!
The great thing about The Carvery? Most their cuts are served sans sauces, with just a dash of seasoning. So expect to taste the unadulterated authentic taste of their meat cuts.
If you like your meat drenched with decadent sauces. The Carvery has lined up a delectable array of condiments and sauces. Choose from Truffle Butter, Pink Himalayan salt and a robust Veal Jus!
While the highlight of The Great Meat Feast is their array of decadent meats. Don’t miss out on The Carvery’s other highlights like their fresh selection of chilled seafoods and their daily-changing grilled fish!
What better way to enjoy an extraordinary selection of meat than with a glass of wine. Choose from 6 specially hand picked wines (they go perfect with the meat!), at $14 per glass or $68 per bottle.
If you’re a meat eater that can never be appeased, The Great Meat Feast is the ultimate treat for your tastebuds (and stomach of course)!
Prices are set at $78 (Sun – Thu) and $88 (Fri – Sat) for Adults and $42 (Sun – Thu) and $48 (Fri – Sat)for Children.
The Great Meat Feast
Park Hotel Alexandra
323 Alexandra Road, Level 7, S159972
Contact: 6828 8880
Operating Hours: 6.30pm – 10pm
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Do you know that there is a mini Korea Town near Beauty World MRT?
With Singapore Korean International School located in the vicinity, it is only understandable that there is a big Korean community in the area.
Nestled around Beauty World MRT (Downtown Line) are 6 Korean restaurants that will make your visit to this Korea town worth it!
1. Manbok BBQ & Seafood
Serving different varieties of meats, seafood and specially cooked Korean dishes, Manbok BBQ & Seafood whips up authentic Korean BBQ and Steamboat cuisine.
Enjoy BBQ-ing with the charcoal barbeque sets and indulge in a bottle of soju with a couple of friends at Manbok
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You can also go easy with a set meal starting from just S$12. There’s an array of complimentary side dishes such as kimchi, rice cakes and pickles.
The majority of staff here is Korean, so it’ll be a proper Korean dining experience!
Manbok BBQ & Seafood
Address: 19 Cheong Chin Nam Rd
Opening Hours: Mon – Fri: 12pm – 1am; Sun: 12 – 11pm
2. Oven & Fried Chicken
KFC, KFC, we love you! No, we are not talking about Kentucky.
We are talking about crispy heavenly Korean Fried Chicken! Oven & Fried Chicken’s second outlet has opened in Beauty World.
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If you need a KFC fix, this is the place to be!
Think non-greasy crispy fried chicken doused and seasoned in various appetising sauces such as Soy Sauce and Jambayala. Perfect for those who simply love licking sauces off their fingers!
Oven & Fried Chicken
Address: 16 Chun Tin Rd
Opening Hours: Mon – Thu: 11:30am – 2:30pm, 5:30pm – 12:00am; Fri – Sat: 11:30am – 2:30pm, 5:30pm – 1:00am
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Be sure to try their Dolsot Bibimbap (Hot Stone Rice) and Samgyetang (Ginseng chicken soup) to satisfy the inner Korean in you!
Three Meals a Day
Address: 12 Chun Tin Rd
Opening Hours: Tues – Sun: 12pm – 3:30pm, 6pm – 11pm; Closed on Mondays
4. Joo Mak Korean Restaurant
How do you know a Korean restaurant serves authentic Korean food?
Ask a Korean, of course.
Walk into Joo Mak and be greeted with the incessant chattering of Korean families, couples, and students.
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Located at the fourth level of Beauty World Centre, Joo Mak is the natural choice for Koreans living in the neighbourhood
It is not hard to understand why once you have tried one of their Korean pancakes – crisp, golden-yellow, with a generous amount of leek and seafood, finished with a coating of egg.
Joo Mak Korean Restaurant
Address: 144 Upper Bukit Timah Rd, #04-01 Beauty World Centre
Opening Hours: Mon: 6pm – 10pm; Tues – Sun: 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 10pm
5. Nunsongyee
The Korean bingsu craze is a long way from being over – famed 24-hour bingsu branch Nunsongyee opened yet another outlet here at Beauty World.
Their menu of delectable shaved ice with a wide variety of toppings available is certainly here to stay.
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There are two types of bingsu available – Snowflake bingsu ($12.90 – $15.90) and Premium bingsu ($18.90). Also, you can pick from an assortment of flavours including Oreo, Choco-banana, Cheesecake or Black Sesame and Coffee.
You are not truly a Korean food connoisseur if you have not tried one of their bingsu!
Nunsongyee
Address: 9 Yuk Tong Ave
Opening Hours: 24 hours daily
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With unique flavours like Milk and Red Bean ($11), Tomato and Green Tea ($11), these shaved ice dessert is the perfect solution to cool off with.
Bing Go Jung Korean Dessert House
Address: 1 Jalan Anak Bukit, Bukitt Timah Plaza
Opening Hours: 10am – 11pm daily
Click here for their other outlets and contact details.
If these don’t excite you, we don’t know what will. Korean heaven is right here, near Beauty World MRT, so feast away!
Header image credit: Danielfooddiary, words by editor.
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On 4 and 5 Nov, the returns this year with a “River Connections” theme. Chock full of music, performances and food this year’s Singapore River Festival 2016 highlights how the Singapore River connects and has brought people of different backgrounds and cultures together.
We’ve decided to source out 8 things that are a must catch for Singapore River Festival 2016! Best part? Most of them are free!
1. Headline Act: ‘Crossings’
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The Singapore River Festival is all about showcasing the arts and they’ve brought in some amazing local and regional talents for this year’s festival! Bringing together a mishmash of different genres and incorporating dance, all the musical acts at Singapore River Festival 2016 are pushing the boundaries of “conventional” music.
Bantus Capoeira (Brazilian music and percussion) is a treat for both eyes and ears, watch as performers tumble and twist to Brazilian tunes! If you’re seeking something out of your comfort zone, Masia one & Reggae Remedy is bringing to life the Reggae tradition alongside hiphop lyricism.
Wobology and Flame of the Forest are introducing, a blend of traditional and current music concocting their own original sound!
Circular Road, Boat Quay
5 Nov
7. Light/Sound/Art
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The Singapore River Festival 2016 is bringing together an amazing mix of food, art, music and activities fit for both young and old! If you’re tight on budget, don’t fret! These activities are free! (sans SR Signature) What better way to spend a weekend with friends and family than at an amazing night festival right in the middle of Clarke Quay?!
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