7 Romantic Dessert Spots For Couples Who Love To Gaze Into Each Other’s Eyes
There’s nothing like ending a romantic date on a sweet note with some amazing dessert. Cue: warm dark lighting, soothing music, and decadent dessert to share. All while staring into your date’s eyes. Without further ado, we present a list of 7 Romantic Dessert Spots in Singapore!
Because, the only way to her heart is dessert.
1. Privé
What better way to end your date than with a dessert by the river? In the day, Privé Keppel is a relaxed restaurant-bistro and in the evening, a sophisticated and intimate space with picturesque waterfront views.
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Image Credit: The entire place is dimly lit and romantic, simply tranquil for a lovely night.
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Privé Keppel PS Café is the perfect place for a romantic date night.
Address: 2 Keppel Bay Vista
Click Privé Asian Civilisations Museum
Address: 1 Empress Place
Click Privé CHIJMES
Address: 30 Victoria Street, #01-33
Click Privé Clarke Quay
Address: 3C River Valley Road #01-09
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The Ann Siang Hill branch is particularly sleek and posh with its dark, dimly lit interiors and Victorian style décor. The other branches, Dempsey Hill, Palais Renaissance and Paragon, are also romantic dessert spots as well. Take your pick!
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Enjoy an intimate ambience while indulging in their drool-worthy desserts like Toffee Date Pudding, Pecan Pie and more!
PS Café Ann Siang Hill
45 Ann Siang Road (ASH), #02-02
Click PS Café Palais Renassance
390 Orchard Road, #02-09A Palais Renaissance
Opening hours:
Mon – Fri: 11:30AM – 11:00PM
Sat, Sun, PH: 9:30AM – 11:00PM
PS Café Dempsey Hill
28B Harding Road, Tanglin Village (Dempsey Road)
ClickPS Café Paragon
290 Orchard Road, #03-41/44 The Paragon
Opening hours:
Daily, 9:30AM – 10:00PM
3. The Halia at Singapore Botanic Gardens
Dine in the gardens at The Halia, a charming restaurant nestled in the Ginger Gardens of the Singapore Botanic Gardens.
With a spacious al fresco dining deck and tranquil ambience, this chic open-air concept is perfect for a romantic dinner and dessert.
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Indulge in the decadent Edible Garden; a light strawberries and cream cheesecake with a shot of passionfruit and lychee liquer. Or try one of the most Instagram-worthy desserts The Ginger Garden ($12); a young ginger root crumble with ginger flower sherbet, crisp banana fritters and edible flowers!
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What better way to end off your date with a slow stroll and star-gazing in the Botanic Gardens?
The Halia at Singapore Botanic Gardens
1 Cluny Road, Ginger Garden
Singapore Botanic Gardens
Opening Hours: Mon – Fri: 12pm – 5pm, 6:30pm – 10pm; Sat, Sun & PH: 8am – 10pm
4. Henri Charpentier
Of course, Henri Charpentier makes the list! There is no doubt that it is one of the best romantic dessert spots in Singapore.
A Japanese French-style patisserie chain known for its signature cakes and pastries, the flambé desserts here are absolutely divine.
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With such ambience and decor, you’ll surely gaze into your partner’s eyes for hours.
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Impress your date with the stunning Dome ($29), a chocolate-coated sphere of chocolate parfait biscuit set on fire (with liqueur) in front of you. What you will see next is the sphere melting.
Before digging in, strawberry sauce is poured over so you can enjoy a smooth mix of fresh strawberries, melting chocolate and crunchy textures.
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Another must-try is Crepe Suzette ($22); two slices of thin crepes that go aflame before your very eyes, when the server pours heated Grand Marnier cognac liqueur into the hot pan.
Delight your sweetheart’s tastebuds with the aromatic blend of buttery silky soft crepes and flaming orange-flavoured liqueur.
Henri Charpentier Dempsey Perched on the 70th floor of Swissotel The Stamford, Jaan is one of Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants. It offers a breath-taking view of the Singapore skyline facing the Marina Bay district.
9A Dempsey Road
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Head here after dinner to enjoy a dessert in the clouds with your sweetheart.
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The Choconuts Grand Cru ($28) is a must-try. With a super indulgent combination of peanut butter, chocolate, Tanariva mousse and home-made macadamia nut ice cream, this dessert is a winner.
JAAN Restaurant
2 Stamford Road, 70F Swissotel The Stamford
Opening Hours:
Mon – Sat: 12pm – 2.30pm; 7pm – 10pm
6. Stellar at 1-Altitude
Head up to Singapore’s highest dining venue, Stellar, to enjoy a panoramic view of the city.
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Relaxed and unpretentious, indulge in desserts with your loved one at this sky high restaurant.
A snazzy alfresco rooftop bar is available, if that’s what you prefer.
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We recommend the Vanilla Blancmange with Passion fruit and Almond Croquant, and the Varlhona Macae Chocolate Ganach with Orange Rum Baba.
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Stellar Nestled in the bustling Holland Village, s its name suggests, it opens till 2am and has made a name for itself for its beautiful artistic desserts by Celebrity Pastry Chef Janice Wong.
#62-01, One Raffles Place, 1 Raffles Place
Click 7. 2am: Dessert Bar
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Enjoy the night with your sweetheart while appreciating dessert art and its unique flavours; Earl Grey Bergamot Chocolate Mousse, Fruits of the Forest and Cherry, Vanilla Whisky Ice Cream, Cotton Candy and more all lovingly put together in the Cacao Forest ($24), or the beautiful Kyoto Garden ($24) made of Ginger Flower Ganache, Orange Blossom Ice Cream Rock, Pistachio Sponge and Parfait!
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2am: Dessert Bar
21A Lorong Lipur Holland Village
Opening Hours:
6pm – 2am
Whether you need to impress your date or add a little more spice to your relationship, we know these romantic dessert spots are for couples who would like to gaze into each other’s eyes for hours while enjoying dessert!
Also, read Date Ideas: 9 Under-The-Radar Activities That Will Guarantee A Loving Good Time!
Crab Buffets So Amazing That You’ll Have To Crabwalk Out The Door After!
Singaporeans are no stranger to this particular seafood. It comes highly requested and is raved by almost every foreigner who tries it. Be it doused in lovely sweet chilli sauce or smeared with butter or even simply steamed, everyone just wants more. In this list, you’ll find crab buffets so good and so amazing that you’ll have to crabwalk out the door after! It’s in-crab-dible!
1. Park Royal Hotel’s The Ultimate Crab Feast
It isn’t called the ultimate crab feast for nothing. These crabs will spoil you rotten
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Here, you can look forward to crowd favourites like: chilli crab, black pepper crab, white pepper crab, salted egg crab and cereal crab. If the options available aren’t to your liking, you can even choose to personalise your own crab flavour.
Price:
$99++ for 2 (Offer valid on Mondays, Wednesdays and Sundays)
$68++ per pax
Details:
Buffet dinner (daily, from 6:00pm to 10:00pm)
Buffet lunch (Sundays, from 12:00pm to 2:30pm)
Address:
PARKROYAL on Beach Road, Singapore
7500 Beach Road, Singapore 199591
T +65 6505 5666
Website
Facebook
2. Mitzo’ s Splendid Crab Feasts
If you want your dish to scream ‘atas’ then Mitzo is the right place to go for your crab feast.
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There are dim sum items such as: deep-fried soft shell crab wrapped with salted egg charcoal puff, crab meat roll, and poached crab and shrimp dumpling.
Ready for more? Their main courses are just as enticing: steamed crab meat and chicken soup dumpling, crispy crab claw filo topped with crab roe, and rice in superior broth with crab meat and crispy rice.
Though it’s one of the pricier buffets listed here, the quality of food will more than make up for it.
Price:
$98++ per person
Details:
1 Oct to 9 Dec 2016
12pm to 2.30pm and 6.30pm to 10.30pm
1 day advance booking required
Address:
Mitzo
Level 4 Grand Park Orchard, 270 Orchard Road Singapore 238857
T +65 6603 8855
E [email protected]
Facebook
3. Conrad Hotels & Resort Oscar’s Supercharged Sunday Brunch
Imagine this: king crabs, boston lobsters, slipper lobsters, prawns, scallops, razor clams and oysters stacked high on your plate with all the condiments you need for a lip smacking good time. Probably one of the best crab buffets ever!
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Drooling yet?
Price:
$98++ per person
$118 ++ per person (free flow of sparkling wine, house wines, selected cocktails)
$158++ per person (free flow of champagne, house wines, selected cocktails)
Details:
Sundays only
12:30pm -3:30pm
Address:
Oscar’s
Lobby Level, Conrad Centennial Singapore
T +65 64327481
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If you’re craving for crabs but want a more affordable place to satisfy your craving, this is the place for you.
Price:
Premium: $48.80++ per person (Min. 4 pax)
Executive: $28.80++ per person (Min. 3 pax)
Details:
Available on public Holidays, Saturdays and Sundays
Lunch: 11am – 5pm (Last order: 4.30pm)
Limited to 1 order of Tasty Salted Egg Crab, Black Pepper Crab, Chilli Crab or Crab with Thick Bee Hoon Soup per table of 1-4 pax
Address:
Crab Corner
1 Joo Koon Circle, #03-26 Singapore 629117, Singapore 629117
T 65 6333 6969
Opening Hours: 10am – 10pm
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5. Pan Pacific Edge’s Hooked at Edge
If you’re a fan of Deadliest Catch and have always wondered if the Alaskan king crab lives up to it’s name, then Hooked at Edge is the perfect place for you.
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Not only does the restaurant offer the Alaskan king crab and salted egg crab, you can also savour seafood like the maine lobster, as well as local favourites such as crispy cereal prawns, and fish head curry. Give this feast a try and you might just be hooked.
Price:
$88++ per person
Details:
Available Wednesdays and Thursdays (6:30pm- 10:30pm) only
Address:
Pan Pacific Singapore
Level 3, 7 Raffles Boulevard
T +65 6826 8240
Wesbite
6. Shangri-La Hotel The Line’s Marine Harvest
Satiate your taste buds with this marine harvest. There’ll be plenty of bounty from the sea! Expect fresh seafood such as crabs, lobsters, mussels, oysters, and prawns.
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There are live stations where your food is prepared fresh and in front of your very eyes! We don’t know about you, but we love it when our oysters are shucked on demand.
Price:
Tuesday: $98++ (inclusive of unlimited selected sparkling, red and white wines, beers, soft drinks and juices)
Thursday: $108++ (inclusive of unlimited selected sparkling, red and white wines, beers, soft drinks and juices)
Details:
Available only on Tuesdays and Thursdays
Address:
Shangri-La Hotel Singapore
22 Orange Grove Rd, Singapore 258350
T +65 6213 4275
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Claiming to have the ‘latest haul from the ocean’, you can expect the freshest oysters, lobsters, scallops, and crayfish. A table teeming with the freshest seafood? It can’t get any better than this!
Price:
$88++ per person (Inclusive of a glass of champagne, wine, beer, or soft drink)
Details:
Available on Sundays only
12pm to 3pm
Address:
The Westin Singapore
32/F, Asia Square Tower 2, 12 Marina View
T +65 6922 6968
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Think Alaskan snow crabs, chilli crabs, oysters, mussels and prawns.
For this atas “all you can eat” seafood and sushi restaurant, the price is affordable and a plus point. You can even expect pastries and free flow Korean Strawberry for dessert to complete your meal!
Price:
Lunch:
$42++ (Monday to Friday)
$64++ (Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays)
Dinner:
$58++ (Monday to Thursday) /$68++ (Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays)
Details:
Available daily
Address:
Todai
2 Bayfront Avenue, #B2-01 The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore 018972
T+65 6688 7771
, Carousel will certainly not disappoint.
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It’s quite obvious why Carousel is so popular – they serve one of the largest and freshest spread, and it’s also one of the only Halal-certified international buffets around!
You can expect an impressive seafood spread including crabs, clams, crayfish, mussels, lobsters and more.
Price:
$56++ for lunch, and $76++ for dinner (weekdays)
$65++ for for lunch, and $83++ for dinner (weekends)
Details:
Available daily, details Stuff Yourself Silly! 6 Best Buffets Below $30
Orchard Central’s “All Things Japanese” Festival Is Bringing Japanese Food And Culture Under One Roof
For the whole month of October (7 Oct – 6 Nov), Orchard Central is going all out to celebrate Japanese culture. Hosting All Things Japanese @ OC 2016, Orchard Central wants you to get into the festivities as well!
If you’ve not noticed, Orchard Central is somewhat of a “Little Japan”, and is home to several Japanese food outlets and retail shops. From an all-you-can-eat Japanese buffet to a Pompompurin themed cafe, Orchard Central is the perfect place for a Japan-lover to spend their weekends.
We’ve compiled a list of these particular shops, and what you can look forward to when visiting them!
1. UNIQLO (Global Flagship store)
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!) and a dedicated UT Graphic T-shirt section, UNIQLO Orchard Central is the best place to get great styling inspirations!
UNIQLO (Global Flagship store)
Orchard Central
#01-01/#02-01/#03-01
181 Orchard Road, S238896
Operating Hours: 11am – 10pm
2. TOKYU HANDS
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TOKYU HANDS offers day-to-day necessities as well as creative and unique knick-knacks. From colourful stationery to beauty treats from well-known Japanese labels, TOKYU HANDS is the one-stop shop for all your must-haves!
A great place to pick up gifts, especially now that Christmas is around the corner. Check out some interesting products we’ve found at TOKYU HANDS!
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Getting a gift for a friend who loves having friends over for dinner? Get the Nigiri Sushi Tong, picking up sushi just a whole lot easier. Never waste fallen pieces of sushi again!
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If you haven’t got a green thumb but you still love the idea of miniature plants around the house, Ceraphyto makes sure that your plant gets the water it needs. Without having to lift a finger, your miniature plant will thrive and brighten up your room!
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Want to try creating your own Bingsu? Good news for you, TOKYU HANDS has Yuki Yuki ice shavers for you to create icy desserts in the comfort of your own home!
3. Kiseki Japanese Buffet
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Absolutely value for money and quality food Kiseki Japanese Buffet serves up all your Japanese favourites at an amazing $19.80++ for weekday lunch!
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Head on down to Kiseki Japanese Buffet this month to experience their newest promotion, Mighty Taste of Autumn. Serving up both traditional and Singapore inspired fusion dishes, look out for the Salted Egg Tempura Maki, Salted Egg Seafood Pizza and the Pork Paitan Herbal Hot Pot! Bursting with flavor, The Mighty Taste of Autumn is available until 31 October 2016!
Kiseki Japanese Buffet
Orchard Central
#08-01/02/03,
Contact: 6736 1216/9626 7767 (SMS)
4. POMPOMPURIN Café
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Looking for a dish that is bound to fill your appetite? The Coconut Milk Chicken Curry is the perfect dish for you! A warm and hearty dish accompanied with a mix of veggies, this dish is the perfectly balanced meal.
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Newly-opened En Sakaba offers traditional Japanese dining and a casual spot to catch up with friends over drinks.
With a wide array of tapas, sake and cocktails, this is the perfect spot to unwind after a stressful day at work.
Their speciality here? The Jumbo Hotate Yaki and Zuwai Kani Kourayaki are the favourites at this casual dining spot.
En Sakaba
Orchard Central
#01-06
Contact: 6634 1018
6. Supermama –Pop-Up Store (Level 1)
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One thing to look out for at OC this month is the Supermama Popup Store. Not your ordinary run-of-the-mill popup store, Supermama collaborates with local artists and traditional craft facilities in Japan to create Japanese-influenced contemporary giftware.
Kyoto-to Embroidery Purses
Look out for Kyoto-to’s embroidery purses. Fusing both traditional and contemporary sides of Japan, Kyoto-to explores new ways of promoting Japan’s culture and tradition through its embroidery designs.
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Spend $100* at Orchard Central and you’ll be rewarded with a HAKOYA bento box!
A new design will be released each week, collect the remaining designs of this unique bento boxes that will brighten/cheer up your meal times!
*Terms & Conditions apply. While stocks last.
So what are you waiting for? Grab your family and friends and head on down to Orchard Central to join in the festivities!
Orchard Central is located at 181 Orchard Road, S(238896).
Customer Service hotline: 6238 1051(opens daily from 11am to 10pm daily)
Follow them on FACEBOOK & INSTAGRAM for more information.
Also Read: Top 5 Events You Cannot Miss: 17 October – 31 October
9 Unique And Romantic Date Ideas That Will Have You Falling In Love All Over Again
If you’re in a relationship, you’ll most likely have heard your significant other (SO) ask this dreaded question plenty of times, “What to do next weekend?” After all, good date ideas are few and far between.
Sure, with many popular attractions like the Singapore Zoo and Universal Studios Singapore, it seems like Singapore is a never-ending city of fun. But what happens when you do exhaust that date ideas list of ‘Best places couples can go on a date’?
With this article, we’ll bring you date ideas that will make you go, ‘Why didn’t I think of that before?” Here are 9 that will surely up you and your SO’s street cred.
1. Arteastiq
I have art… I have tea… Ugh… Arteastiq! (Sorry, we just had to.)
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This place is a paradise for those who have a passion for both the arts and food. With free canvases, unlimited art supplies and a free drink courtesy of 
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Arteastiq has a one-for-one deal on Monday for couples, so you should probably take advantage of that.
It’s totally killing two birds with one stone because you can chase those Monday blues away.
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Trade away your teh-si and kaya toast for one day and enjoy some high tea.
Arteastiq
Mandarin Gallery, #04-14/15
Weekday, 11am – 10:30pm; weekend, 10am – 10:30pm
6235 8705
Plaza Singapura, #03-70/72
Daily, 10am – 10pm
6336 0952
2. Kayak
Escape the concrete jungle for a real jungle!
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If you’re a stranger to kayaking, you need not worry. At [email protected]
3. Stargaze
If you’ve heard or even used the line, “I see stars in your eyes” then you’ll want to come here.
At the 
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These sessions, called Night Sky Ramblings are free. The activity takes place every Friday from 7.45pm to 10pm. The Science Centre also offers free solar observations if that’s your kinda activity.
Depending on the month you go, you might be able to see Jupiter, Mars, Saturn and Venus.
So why not pop over on a Friday night and gaze at something besides your SO’s eyes for once?
Stargazing @ Science Centre
From now – 18 Nov 2016; From 1 Jan 2017 onwards
Every Friday, from 7:45pm – 10pm
The Observatory at the Omni-Theatre building
Solar Observation @ Science Centre
22 Nov 2016 – 30 Dec 2016
Every Tuesday and Friday, from 10am – 12pm
The Observatory at the Omni-Theatre building
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Though these dive spots are no Great Barrier Reefs, there is no shortage of beautiful sea creatures like the Fan-bellied Leatherjacket and the Ocellated Pipefish.
At Look! I found Nemo! OrpheusDive Also, read 6 Absolutely Beautiful Spots In Singapore That You Can Actually Dive In It’s like cafe-hopping, but with islands. And yes, in Singapore too! Did you know that Singapore is actually part of an archipelago? Singapore is made up of 63 islands with both natural and artificial islands. Well-known islands include Sisters island, Kusu island and St Johns island. Some of these islands are accessible by boat and will make for a nice relaxing day trip. However, pack your own food as most of them don’t have food places. An excuse to have a nice romantic picnic! There are also lagoons around some of the islands where you and your date can take a dip and chill. If your date wants to you to bring them overseas, bring them here! I mean it is over the seas right? Also, read Singapore’s 63 Islands! Here Are 6 Islands You Can Visit To Get Away From The Crowd Not dinosaurs obviously. What were you thinking? You’ve heard of the famous goat farm and alligator farms but a turtle/tortoise museum? At this museum, you’ll be able to learn all about these ancient creatures and also, have a hand at feeding them. Look out for rare creatures like the matamata (No, not the police!) and the snake headed turtle. The Live Turtle and Tortoise Museum Ever experienced a blackout and had to eat in the dark? Well, at The restaurant is located at Beach Road and is reservation only so make sure you call before you head over. Nox – Dine in the Dark Old but gold. Nothing beats feeling the wind while cycling down a slope. There’s also no other feeling like hanging out with your love. Combine the two together and you have a nice cycling date in one of Singapore’s most popular islands. You can even try the coconuts from the famous Pulua Ubin ah ma. Or head down to the quarry – a piece of Singapore’s past and check out the scenery at the same time! Take a break from hunting Pokémon and explore animals like boars and tide creatures at the nearby Chek Jawa. Wearing matching clothes isn’t the ‘hip’ thing anymore – smelling like each other is the new black! At Je taime, you’ll be able to blend all kinds of fragrance ingredients to create your very own scent. Both you and your partner will be required to take a personality quiz to determine the right kinds of scent for you. Or you could always go with your imagination and mix away! Feels kind of like a science experiment but with a ton of nice smelling chemicals, no? When you’re done with your concoction, you’ll probably be like this: We know it’s difficult to plan a really good date so we’ve taken the initiative to help you out. You’ll thank us one day when everyone starts commenting on those Instagram photos with #relationshipgoals! Header Image Source: Huffington Post Also, read 6 Romantic & Secluded High-Tea Spots That Your Date Will Surely Approve Of! We’re halfway through the month of October and that means we’re so much closer to a public holiday (Deepavali)! With so many plays, festivals and performances going on in the next two weeks, you’ll be busy having way too much fun! Huge fan of EDM and wild beach parties? Atlantis Fright Night is exactly what you need! Blackwhite Production is hosting their very own Halloween themed dance party at Wave House Sentosa. With 8 different DJs on the decks, the latest EDM hits and a crowd of party goers Atlantis Fright Night is bound to get your heart pounding! Find out more: Atlantis Fright Night – Dance Till Dawn At Siloso Beach’s Halloween Themed Music Festival Blackwhite Production Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/blackwhiteproductions10/ Atlantis Fright Night
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16 Zion Road, Singapore 247733
6887 3631
Monday to Friday, 12pm to 8pm; Saturday & Sunday, 12pm to 6pm5. Island hop
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6. Feed some prehistoric creatures
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1 Chinese Garden Road, Singapore 619795
6268 5363
Daily, 9am – 6pm
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269 Beach Road Singapore 199546
Monday to Friday, 6pm to late; Saturday, 5pm to late; Sunday, 5pm to 11pm
6298 07088. Cycling in Pulau Ubin
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9. Custom make your very own perfume
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Top 5 Events You Cannot Miss: 17 October – 31 October
1. Atlantis Fright Night
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Atlantis Fright Night: https://www.facebook.com/events/603212146506905/
Wave House Sentosa
36 Siloso Beach Walk
22 Oct 2016 (Sat)
6pm til late2. Singapore Wine Fiesta 2016
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https://www.facebook.com/sgwinefiesta2016/
4. Halloween Parties Galore
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Die Die Must Party: 10 Halloween Parties That’ll Scare The Living Daylights Out Of You!
5. Miss Saigon: The 25th Anniversary Performance
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Miss Saigon: The 25th Anniversary Performance
Capitol Theatre
11 Stamford Rd, Capitol Piazza, S178884
22 Oct – 23 Oct
No plans for the weekends? Not anymore with these 5 events happening in October! What are you waiting for? Get your tickets now!
(feature image: Blackwhite Productions)
Also Read:Deepavali: 8 Ways You Didn’t Know You Could Celebrate The Festival Of Lights
Deepavali: 8 Ways You Didn’t Know You Could Celebrate The Festival Of Lights
Deepavali is here! Lo and behold, this Festival of Lights springs from the simple act of lighting a single oil lamp. A humble gesture that has transcended the ages and the seas, it aptly tells of the triumph of light over darkness and goodness over evil.
As part of the festivities, families light oil lamps and decorate their floors with rangoli, traditional patterns made on the floor using coloured rice or flour.
Sweets such as laddu, and savoury snacks like chakli are exchanged and shared between family and friends, who go all out in their finest garb to drink and make merry.
Hold tight, and hop on our magic carpet ride. We’ll take you through a list of places so fancy and awesome, you’ll be looking forward to Deepavali 2017!
1. Little India’s Deepavali Festival Village
For the ultimate Deepavali experience, head down to Little India! The Festival Village on Campbell Lane and Hastings Road comes to life with a bazaar, which will tantalize your senses in all the best ways.
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What’s tasty and neon orange in colour? Yes, it’s a jalebi. A traditional Indian sweet, it’s a coil-like pretzel made of deep-fried wheat batter soaked in sugar syrup.
With a curiously appetising texture, it manages to be both slightly chewy and crunchy at the same time. Really fun to eat!
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Temple flowers and flower garlands are sold by the dozen, in numerous stalls frequented by devotees who purchase them as temple offerings.
Hint: You might need to drop by here if you’re heading to Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple (read on for more info).
Here’s to dressing like a Bollywood star, right down to the bling!
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At the end of the day, wind down and gaze upon the mad skills of henna artists, offering henna tattoos at $5 a pop.
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With lifelike figurines of deities in striking colours and ornate carvings on literally every inch of the temple, it truly is a magnificent sight to behold.
Buzzing with life from the throngs of loyal devotees who visit regularly, this temple is an even greater hub of activity during festivals such as Deepavali.
All are welcome, so feel free to step inside to witness the prayers and processions!
29 Oct, Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple, 141 Serangoon Rd, 5am-12.30pm, 4pm-9.30pm
4. 48as: Halloween X Deepavali Edition
Is it a Deepavali party, or a Halloween fest?
Shophouse The Social Hostel is celebrating a genius fusion creation – a Deepavali party with Halloween spice thrown in. The best of both worlds indeed.
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Die Die Must Party: 10 Halloween Parties That’ll Scare The Living Daylights Out Of You!
5. Bollyween Masquerade
All those sinful Deepavali snacks may make your taste buds happy, but your waistline might not be.
If that is cause for lament, or if you’re up for a buzz of activity, we recommend this ZUMBALICIOUS party.
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Shake and shimmy up a storm with zumba instructor Erich Edralin and Miko Valenzuela. Their zumba sessions are legendary, and you’ll be dancing like a pro in no time. You’re bound to have a great time with your fellow zumba mates with the hype at an all-time-high!
29 Oct, 1pm – 2.15pm. TMP Fitness Club, 55 Newton Road, #05-02 Revenue House. Tickets go for $20, and only 35 slots are available, so hurry! Call 9178 3443 for ticket reservations.
6. SICCI ‘Retro’ Deepavali Nite 2016
Ooh, a grand dinner to wrap up the Deepavali season would really hit the spot.
Join in this party and come decked in your best retro glam à la Audrey Hepburn and Clark Gable.
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It’s time to raid your parents’ wardrobes, for the theme of this party is the evergreen era of the 60s, 70s and 80s. In other words, it’s retro with a capital R.
Get ready to be dazzled by top-notch singers, comedians who actually crack you up, and dance groups from both Singapore and India.
Held at Marina Bay Sands (MBS), you’ll enjoy an outstanding gastronomical experience. With a sumptuous spread of fine Mughlai food served by noteworthy MBS culinary experts, we give it two thumbs up!
26 Nov, 6.30pm – late, Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Avenue. SICCI members pay $150, non-members pay $165. E-mail [email protected], or call 6508 0140 / 6508 0142 for any enquiries.
7. Deepavali Arts Carnival
Frisk and frolic your way through this arts carnival!
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Like no other, it’s a melting pot of diverse artists and art lovers coming together to add a splash of fun to the Festival of Lights.
There’ll be interactive arts installations, art and photo exhibitions, dances, fashion shows, sand art sessions and tons more fun stuff.
15th October:
- 11am – 12pm: Music
- 12pm – 2pm: Rhythms Aesthetic Society – Spice Art
- 2pm – 3pm: Malaysian Dancers
- 3pm – 4pm: Fashion Show
22nd October:
- 11am – 12pm: Music
- 12pm – 2pm: Bhaki-Rasamrta: The Rhythmic Waves of the Mellows of Love
- 2pm – 4pm: Malaysian Dancers
NOTE: Both event days feature these staple activities as well – Interactive art for the community, Art Jamming and Sand Art Station
Look forward to mind-boggling abstract art with meanings so obscure, even Da Vinci wouldn’t understand.
Here, it’s fun for all, and all for fun. Come with your friends and family for a great weekend of community art workshops and hands-on activities!
8. Deepavali Craft & Heritage Exhibition: Project Oasis in Little India
Lelong, lelong!
Hailing from India, traditional craftsmen and a parrot astrologer are here to showcase their skills and hawk their unique wares this Deepavali season.
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Also, read A Breath Of Fresh Air: 7 Insanely Unique & Crazy Activities In Singapore!
Die Die Must Party: 10 Halloween Parties That’ll Scare The Living Daylights Out Of You!
Here are the million-dollar questions: Do pontianaks dance? If zombies are technically dead, will they get high on alcohol? How does it feel to be scared witless, praying that your heart doesn’t go KABOOM by night’s end? Come on down to some frightful Halloween parties, and we guarantee you’ll find the answer to these queries.
Here’s the bonus: you’ll have a hair-rising, heart-lurching good time. This Hallows’ Eve, it’s time for the demons to play!
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A note of caution: Come in your goriest or loveliest get-up to avoid being the next target.
Not only that, the best-dressed stand to win cash prizes, Zoukout VIP tickets, flight tickets and more. Entry is not guaranteed if the club is full, so arrive early!
The Scream Diner by Zouk Halloween
29 Oct, 10pm-late
Zouk, 17 Jiak Kim Street
Admission for non-members (incl 2 drinks): $33/$38
Free and priority entry are given to those in FULL costume (pending approval by door attendant)
2. Battle Royale
“Kerpow!”
“Come at me!”
“Why, you…!”
And… that, ladies and gentlemen, is only the beginning.
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This year, only one will be crowned the King of The Ring. Fight it out with the biggest and the baddest at Overeasy Orchard.
On this night, unleash your inner Bruce Lee, or channel your trusty WWE champ.
For a touch of the orient, pummel the baddies as Ip Man or Huang Fei Hong. Manny Pacquiao would do too, just power up that devilish glare and turn em’ rivals to stone.
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Battle Royale by Overeasy
29 Oct, 10pm-2.30am
Overeasy Orchard, 541 Orchard Road #01-01, Liat Towers
Free entry
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We dare you to come in your freakiest, most outlandish costume to “outfreak” the freaks!
It’ll be a mystical, bewitching night that’ll haunt your dreams a little longer than eternity.
Cirque Le Soir
Oct 29, 9pm-late
CÉ LA VI, SkyPark at Marina Bay Sands, 1 Bayfront Ave
Purchase online pre-sale tickets at $48, or purchase it at the door at $68 – both options include one premium pour
4. 
Atlantis Fright Night
With a name like the Wavehouse, what do you expect? You’re bound to get soaked!
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Yes, that means you had better bring along your itsybitsyteenieweenieyellowpolkadotbikini!
Atlantis Fright Night
22 Oct, 6pm-late
Wavehouse Sentosa, 36 Siloso Beach Walk
Early bird entries are priced at $35 and prices at the door are $50
Both include 1 complimentary drink and 3 hours of free flow drinks
Ladies who register on the online guest list get free entry until 10pm
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Ghost stories are merely tales, aren’t they?
Well… here at *Scape, you’re in for the plot twist of your life! The story is true, and shows how life can truly be stranger, and bloodier, than fiction.
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Ahoy, ahoy!
Harking back to the 1800s where everyone mysteriously died on the ship, their restless spirits have finally awakened this Halloween. Join them in diabolical revelry, as you gobble and guzzle the night away.
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The Forest: Shanghai Dolly
29 Oct, 10pm-late
Zouk, 17 Jiak Kim Street
Admission for non-members (incl 2 drinks): $33/$38
Free and priority entry are given to those in FULL costume (pending approval by door attendant)
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We dare you to come in your freakiest, most outlandish costume to “outfreak” the freaks!
It’ll be a mystical, bewitching night that’ll haunt your dreams a little longer than eternity.
Cirque Le Soir
Oct 29, 9pm-late
CÉ LA VI, SkyPark at Marina Bay Sands, 1 Bayfront Ave
Purchase online pre-sale tickets at $48, or purchase it at the door at $68 – both options include one premium pour
4. Atlantis Fright Night
With a name like the Wavehouse, what do you expect? You’re bound to get soaked!
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Yes, that means you had better bring along your itsybitsyteenieweenieyellowpolkadotbikini!
Atlantis Fright Night
22 Oct, 6pm-late
Wavehouse Sentosa, 36 Siloso Beach Walk
Early bird entries are priced at $35 and prices at the door are $50
Both include 1 complimentary drink and 3 hours of free flow drinks
Ladies who register on the online guest list get free entry until 10pm
6.
Ghost stories are merely tales, aren’t they?
Well… here at *Scape, you’re in for the plot twist of your life! The story is true, and shows how life can truly be stranger, and bloodier, than fiction.
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The Forest: Shanghai DollyAsk any traveller worth his salt, and he’ll have you know that one of the spookiest places to get lost in, is the forest. Some might drop the name Aokigahara, while others might rain evil on the Devil’s Tramping Ground (the name says it all), or the demonic Pembrey Woods.
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Inspired by the stuff of nightmares found in cursed forests, Shanghai Dolly brings you into the inky, winding woods this Halloween.
Pray that you don’t get lost, but be warned: Prayer might not work in the forest, where the Heavens can’t hear you scream.
The Forest: Shanghai Dolly
Call 6336 7676 / 9232 4181 to reserve your seats early
Stay tuned to Shanghai Dolly’s Facebook page for more updates
10. Nerf Halloween 2016: Paranormal High School
Your footsteps echo off the deserted hallways that seethe with darkness. Somehow, you can tell that it’s not just the mildew and the mouldering walls, but something older, and angrier.
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You are armed with nothing but conviction, and a Nerf gun. Your ammo is running low, and it is hard to see with nothing but the moonlight.
Still, you press on. “All those FPS games had better come in handy now,” you mutter under your breath…
According to rumours, a pair of sisters disappeared in this school, one so notoriously haunted that it’s now known as Paranormal High School. Tonight, it is your duty, to seek this pair of sisters, before the evil in the school gets to you first.
Mortals, dare you brave this school from the bowels of Hell?
Nerf Halloween 2016: Paranormal High School
28 and 29 Oct, 7pm-late
Potong Pasir Community Club, 6 Potong Pasir Ave 2
Early bird promotion is going at $10, and the regular price is $15
The first 150 pax for the early bird registration gets a pack of 10 piece NERF Dart pack sponsored by Hasbro Singapore
To answer your questions, pontianaks do dance and zombies do get woozy after being hit by a tower of alcohol…for these Halloween parties at least!
And the feeling of screaming yourself silly with a bunch of buddies? Absolutely priceless.
Header image source: Knittingzone
For less scream-inducing activities this October, check out these Top 5 Events You Cannot Miss!
Also, read Hai Di Lao Tips: Essential Hacks That Will Save You Time, Money, And More! for supper after fright night.
Our Food Trail With SR Signatures Will Leave You Drooling [Singapore River Festival 2016]
This year, Singapore River Festival 2016 returns to celebrate how the river has connected our past to our present, and to our community. All these are brought out through the theme of ‘River Connections”.
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Besides a chock-full of music acts and performances, you can also expect to indulge in flavourful SR Signature dishes that will tantalise your taste buds. Visitors can expect a multi-sensorial experience at this festival.
Here’s what it’s all about:
“The Singapore River Festival is proud to present SR Signatures, a selection of establishments handpicked by a panel of critics, comprising of their favourite food and drink that can be found along the three quays – Boat Quay, Clarke Quay and Robertson Quay.”
Read on to find out about the gourmet choices of the chefs for this year’s theme, “Where Chefs Eat”.
1. Gai Yang by Soi 60 Thai
Took a bite of this tender piece of meat and we could not refrain ourselves from the second, third, fourth bite and so on.
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It was really well marinated and grilled to perfection. The sauce that accompanied it made us feel like we were really having this dish along the streets in Thailand – such an authentic taste!
DISH: Gai Yang
RESTAURANT: Soi 60 Thai
Accolade awarded by Chef: Bjorn Shen
Singapore River Festival 2016 Promotion: Dish is priced at $18.00++ (Usual price: $21++)
2. Elotes by Super Loco
Who says that corn would only go well with butter?
This sweet corn not only looked appetising, but also had a unique and flavourful taste that is hard to forget.
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The cheese gave the corn an extra special flavour. Squeeze some lime on it and it’ll tingle your taste buds!
DISH: Elotes
RESTAURANT: Super Loco
Accolade awarded by Chef: Nixon Low
Singapore River Festival 2016 Promotion: Enjoy a pair of Elotes at $8+ only (1-for-1 offer). Valid from 4 to 5 Nov 2016, during Dinner only (not available for weekend Brunch). Quote “SRF Elotes” to Super Loco team during the festival period
3. 8 Colours Set by Eight Korean BBQ
Here’s the ultimate treat.
Eight strips of pork belly, marinated differently, will be grilled right in front of you. They’ll then be dipped into various sauces.
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Eight ways of marination: Original, Wine, Kalbi, Curry, Miso, Red pepper, Garlic and Herb.
You can then add your own pickles, and wrap them up in fresh green lettuce, a la Korean style – before stuffing them into your mouth. You’ll be in food heaven in no time.
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Every marinated piece of pork belly would make you go “SHIOK”!!!
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DISH: 8 Colours Set
RESTAURANT: Eight Korean BBQ
Accolade awarded by Chef: Bjorn Shen
Singapore River Festival 2016 Promotion: –
4. Breaded Shrimp With Salmon Aburi by JJ.com Fish Mart
The breaded prawn was a super plus point to this dish!
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Here’s a winning combination: the freshness of the salmon and the crispy and sweet breaded prawn.
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DISH: Breaded Shrimp With Salmon Aburi
RESTAURANT: JJ.com Fish Mart
Accolade awarded by Chef: Cheryl Koh
Singapore River Festival 2016 Promotion: Dish is priced at $14.80, valid from 4-5 November 2016
5. The Gambler by The Butchers Club Burger
This is the best burger we’ve ever tasted!
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A very crispy, juicy and tender chicken is sandwiched between buttered and toasted soft bun. Topped with hot sauce and creamy mayo (with blue cheese), this was a party in our mouths.
DISH: The Gambler
RESTAURANT: The Butchers Club Burger
Accolade awarded by Chef: Anthony Yeoh
Singapore River Festival 2016 Promotion: Free upsize (including bottle beers, cold brew coffee or milk shake) with every order of ‘The Gambler’ for set lunch on weekdays from 12pm to 3pm (usual price $22.80++)
6. Rasmalai by RAS The Essence of India
A traditional Indian dessert that was really well done – it concluded our meal perfectly with a refreshing after taste.
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DISH: Rasmalai
RESTAURANT: RAS The Essence of India
Accolade awarded by Chef: Cheryl Koh
7. Gambas al Ajillo by My little Spanish place
All prawn lovers need to order this. A very simple yet fragrant and flavourful dish
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The bread served along it was soft in the inside and crispy on the outside, and was a very good dipping medium for the sauce.
Ordering a glass of cava sangria on their menu to go along with this dish would do no harm for the night.
DISH: Gambas al Ajillo
RESTAURANT: My little Spanish place
Accolade awarded by Chef: Nixon Low
Singapore River Festival 2016 Promotion: Special Price: $14 (U.P. $16)
8. The 79 by Ô Comptoir
A savoury galette that went perfectly with their apple cider.
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Every bite was a mouthful of bacon, cheese, potatoes and onion. Definitely worth it!
DISH: The 79
RESTAURANT: Ô Comptoir
Accolade awarded by Chef: Anthony Yeoh
Singapore River Festival 2016 Promotion: A glass of cider will be served for free for every ‘The 79′ ordered during the Singapore River Festival period.
With such good food, evident in carefully handpicked SR Signatures’ dishes, Singapore River Festival 2016 is a must visit. Savour all these delectable dishes and take a breezy stroll along the river and appreciate how far Singapore and our Singapore River has come!
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Hai Di Lao Tips: Essential Hacks That Will Save You Time, Money, And More!
Hai Di Lao? Yes, you heard it. When it comes to this legendary hotpot establishment, tales abound. By now, you must have amassed your own encyclopaedia of “black market” Hai Di Lao tips to take your Hai Di Lao experience to greater heights.
To add to your plethora of knowledge, we have gone undercover and infiltrated the depths of the Hai Di Lao world, right down to unearthing their new outlet in VivoCity!
Today, we are proud to present our findings – Hai Di Lao tips that are 100% legit and guaranteed to work.
Queue-killing hack
To beat the queue, arrive very early… anytime before 5pm is fine. Preferably, call before you head down. Otherwise, you’ll be faced with a horrendous queue that’ll shock the living daylights out of you.
Anytime from 10 pm is good, as the dinner crowd would be gone by then and Hai Di Lao is open till 6 am.
To ensure that your table is ready by 10pm, call in early to take a queue number and let them know that you’ll arrive at 9pm.
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Each time you dine there, you will chalk up points, which can be used to redeem gifts at no extra charge.
Every $1 you spend entitles you to 1 point. The gifts change every 6 months, so snap up that Philips steam iron before it disappears!
#1 Soup hack – thick (浓) soup base
To get the most bang for your buck, be sure to request for thick (浓) soup base during refills. Otherwise, what you get will be a more diluted version of the original soup base.
They’ll hand you a bowl of thick (浓) soup, but don’t pour it all in at once! Instead, you can adjust how thick and savoury you want your soup to be.
#2 Soup hack – 4 soup bases
If you believe that variety is the spice of life, Hai Di Lao offers 4 soup bases at virtually the same price, or even cheaper, as compared to that of 1 or 2 soup bases.
The price of 4 soup bases also depends on your ultimate choice and combination of soup. Based on our experience, it was always cheaper or the same price as choosing 2 soup bases.
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If you come with wine or alcohol, Hai Di Lao will even open your bottle and serve it to you and your companions, free of charge!
Now, who’s up for a glass of spirits?
Mini pot hack
If you think germs and bacteria are creepy… or if your idea of fashion is a Hazmat suit, Hai Di Lao’s individual hot pots are perfect for you.
Credits: Credit: be the next Freddy Krueger try Hai Di Lao’s paper crane challenge.
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For every 30 paper cranes you fold, Hai Di Lao will reward you with a free $6 dish of your choice.
Fret not if you do not know how to fold these cranes, the staff will teach you how!
Health hack
Fats? *shudders* Coagulated fats? *fear intensifies*
Congratulations, you have just discovered the hidden horror… and we’ll let you know how to overcome it. Not with a crucifix, but with your trusty ol’ ladle!
The longer you boil your soup, the more concentrated it becomes. This causes the soup to become loaded with nitrates, fats and excess protein.
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That white film floating on the surface of your soup isn’t the trail left by the Loch Ness monster.
It’s actually coagulated fats, nitrates and protein, which is no good for you. So, ladles up, and scoop away the white stuff!
Redeemable manicure hack
Who would pass up the opportunity of a free manicure? Not me!
The good news is, Hai Di Lao’s renowned manicure services are redeemable. Should the long queue prevent you from getting your manicure before dining, all is not lost.
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Should you wish to celebrate your grandma’s birthday there, the restaurant also offers a free platter of longevity buns to senior citizens on their special day.
This is in addition to the small gift that Hai Di Lao will present to the birthday guest, and the birthday songs that they will croon in 3 different languages.
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Protect-your-phone hack
A cracked phone screen is the ultimate nightmare for every phone user. This is why Hai Di Lao offers free phone screen protectors to keep your phone screens shiny and spanking new.
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Credit: 1 Harbourfront Walk, #03-09, VivoCity, Singapore 098585
Telephone numbers: +65 6250 7557 (for reservations) +65 6250 7667 (for enquiries)
Opening hours: 10.30am – 6am
Price: varies depending on the dishes ordered
Official website:
Header image credit: where to get Hai Di Lao soup base!
The Only Montreux Jazz Cafe in Asia Has Finally Opened Its Doors In Pan Pacific Orchard
If you’re a Jazz enthusiast and love heading down to Jazz cafes and bars, you’re going to love this new kid on the block. Montreux Jazz Cafe is the newest Jazz cafe-bar-restaurant to open its doors. Named after the famous Montreux Jazz Festival, this 500 seater 7,000 sq ft spot brings amazing live Jazz music and incredible eats together.
Located in Pan Pacific Orchard, this multi-concept restaurant and live-music venue is the first Montreux Jazz Cafe in Asia joining other other outlets in Geneva, London, Paris and Abu Dhabi. Other than having both indoor and outdoor dining, Montreux Jazz Cafe also boasts two live stages!
Montreux Jazz Cafe – Restaurant
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ontreux Jazz Cafe has even put a Jazz(y) twist to their menu items. Named after iconic Jazz legends, the B.B Cheese Burger, the Quincy Jones Roast Chicken and Ella’s Cheesecake( named after Ella Fitzgerald, the “First Lady of Jazz”) you’re bound to find something that’ll tickle your fancy!
The restaurant features a subtle balance of supper club and swanky fine dining restaurant. The restaurant features light wood and pops of colour, so it’s the perfect space for a quick lunch or a leisurely dinner. The bar is a lot more intimate with small tables and dark wood filling the space.
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Estella Ho was there to witness first hand the magic behind Montreux Jazz Cafe! Estella got to try some of the restaurant’s signature eats and drinks while enjoying some live Jazz music! The perfect end to a busy week!
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estellahoa dash of sax and the city at Montreux Jazz Café last night – the tunes and ambience were exquisite, so if you adore the genre as much as i do, or simply wish to expand your auditory horizons with a swanky drink in hand (your soul will thank you for it i swear!!), drop by and get swingin’. ?
my greatest thanks goes out to @discoversgofficial for this treat, you guys are jazz amazing. ?
So what are you waiting for? If you’re a huge Jazz fan, Montreux Jazz Cafe is the place to be! And even if you’re not a huge Jazz fanatic, the Montreux Jazz Cafe will definitely spice up your weekly dinner plans!
