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From Surviving Horrific Monsters To Epic Intergalactic Battles, Escape Reality At V-Room Singapore

Want to know what the future looks like?

With virtual reality, now you can!

Experience anything from fighting intergalactic invaders to surviving terrifying monsters with a virtual reality experience. Rather than spend thousands on a lonely VR experience at home (~$2000 for a good gaming PC + ~$600 for a VR headset), have a ball in another dimension, surrounded by your friends!

You and your real life friends can spend an hour at V-Room and experience up to 23 unique VR games, available for both solo and team players!

DiscoverSG Ambassador Evelyn headed down to V-Room SG at Jcube to experience virtual reality for herself.

To ensure participants are suitable for the virtual reality experience, each participant is required to sign an indemnity form and attend a 10 minute VR trial experience. This is to ensure that if you have a history of motion sickness, this experience will not be physically uncomfortable.

Armed with hands-on experience on how to navigate the virtual reality world and a feel for the hand-sets, Evelyn headed off to experience some of the 23 games available!

There were tons of genres for all the different gamers out there: Zombie fighting, intergalatic space-fighting… You can even be a robot chef/waiter!

Here’s a sneak peak of one the games Evelyn enjoyed the most!

Tasked as either the chef or the robot waiter, this game is best played with 2 players. The player playing as the chef dons the VR headset while the player playing as the robot waiter controls his character with a computer keyboard.

Facing a flood of hungry robots craving handmade burgers, the two of you struggle to cook and serve food as quickly as possible, to keep your customers happy. Also, each time you successfully complete a round, balloons and confetti appear everywhere!

Headed by the owner of Lockdown SG and CoffeeMin, V-Room SG also has an adjoining CoffeeMin! A timed cafe concept, customers pay a small fee of $6 (weekday) or $8 (weekend, PH) per person for the first hour, with an additional $1 each for every 10 additional minutes spent there. With that, all drinks, snacks, board games, Xbox and even PC games are free of charge!

At JCube’s CoffeeMin outlet, there’s even a snooker table to help you and your friends acclimatize back to the real world!

Suitable for people above the age of 17 and perfect for friends, family and colleagues, try your hand at virtual reality with V-Room SG for an out of this world experience!

After paying a one time fee of $5 for the 10 minute VR trial before your actual VR session, you automatically become a lifetime member at V-Room SG. Also, with every 4th visit, you get amazing vouchers and promotions when you present your membership card!

So, grab your friends and get ready to travel beyond your wildest imaginations!

V-Room Singapore
Address: 2 Jurong East Central 1, JCube, #02-11, Singapore 609731.
Contact no.: 6904 4045
Operating Hours: 11am-10pm daily
Price: $30/hour on weekdays, $36/hour on weekends/PH for 1 VR Room (max. 3 persons/room)
Website

10 Cannot Miss Activities to End March With A Bang [15 – 31 March]

March. If you’re between the ages of 7 and 19, you’re probably enjoying the blissfulness of the school holidays!

If your school holidays haven’t begun yet and you’re struggling to get to the weekend, don’t fret, we’ve got 10 activities happening over the next two weeks that are bound to lift your spirits!

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1. St. Patrick’s Day Street Festival 2017 

St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner, which can mean only two things: a whole lot of green and a whole lot of Guinness. This year, the St. Patrick’s Day Street Festival will be spilling onto the streets of Circular Road.

2. Take A Hike At Chestnut Nature Park 

Looking for a quiet spot for a moment of serenity? Head to Singapore’s newest nature park, Chestnut Nature Park. Spanning over 81 hectares, Chestnut Nature Park is Singapore’s largest nature park.

Joining up with the Central Catchment Nature Reserve, Chestnut Nature Park stretches along the BKE. Hiking trails within Chestnut Nature Park are split into North and South, bringing the total length to 5.6km. If you’re looking for a quiet spot away from the crowd, why not head down here?

Chestnut Nature Park
Opening Hours: 7am – 7pm (daily)
Website

3. Singapore Festival Of Fun

Spread over 3 weeks, the Singapore Festival Of Fun features a different theme every week. This week (14 – 19 March), head to Clarke Quay for Street Fest. Featuring street performances, you’ll be kept at the edge of your seats watching some death-defying acts.

International Comedy Festival Singapore
Where: Clarke Quay
When: 16 – 19 March
Website 

4. Camping By The Beach @ Sentosa 

For the month of March, Sentosa will be offering up night activities that will have you experiencing a whole new side of Sentosa.

Here in Singapore, there aren’t many spots to pitch a tent other than East Coast Park. As part of Sentosa’s March-only night activities, guests will be given the opportunity to pitch their own tents along Palawan Green.

Grab a blanket, some good friends and some snacks as you catch movies like Our Times, Pitch Perfect and The Internship. Best part? It’s free and there’s no assigned seating, so do get there early for the best view!

Movies By The Beach
Where: Palawan Beach
When: 17 – 19 March, 25 – 26 March; 7.30pm – 9.45pm – 12am
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Make your way through the underground tunnels of Fort Siloso while getting a history lesson on warfare and the events that led to the Japanese Occupation. While there aren’t any boogeymen or scare tactics at this night tour, it can be a bit unnerving to explore the tunnels way past the sun has set.

Registration booths open at 6.30pm on event dates, so remember to head down early!

Fort Siloso Nite Tour
Where: Fort Siloso
When: 17 – 19 March, 25 – 26 March; 8pm & 9.30pm

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7. Durian Fiesta 

Back for its 34th run, the Durian Fiesta at Goodwood Park Hotel celebrates all things durian. This year’s festivities stretches from 10 March to 31 July, boasting a total of 14 premium confections.

Popular Japanese ramen operator Keisuke Takeda, known for their chain of ramen shops, has just opened his 12th food concept, Teppanyaki Hamburg Nihonbashi Keisuke Bettei. Conveniently located at Tanjong Pagar, this eatery serves up prime US beef patties on sizzling hotplates.

Sound pretty mundane? Wait till you cut into these juicy slabs of meat, because the real star here is the hot, oozing cheese. Hungry for more? At Teppanyaki Hamburg Nihonbashi Keisuke Bettei, you’ll find an open salad bar (for the health-conscious) and free flow eggs that are cooked to your liking!

So, if you’re looking for a spot where you can fill your stomach with decadent slabs of meat, head on down to Teppanyaki Hamburg Nihonbashi Keisuke Bettei!

Teppanyaki Hamburg Nihonbashi Keisuke Bettei
Where: 72 Peck Seah Street Singapore 079329
Opening Hours: 11:30am – 2:30pm, 5:30pm – 10:00pm

10. The Big Cheese

Who can say no to cheese (sorry vegans and the lactose-intolerant)? Here at DiscoverSG, we believe that the cheesier, the better.  A little food spot has opened up at Sunshine Plaza which sells only one delicious item… MAC AND CHEESE!

Specialty cafes, restaurants and bakeries are no stranger to the food scene but we’ve never seen a food spot dedicated to this humble dish. Tagged at an affordable $5.90, hungry Singaporeans can build their own mac & cheese here!

Choose from an array of cheeses, fillings and toppings. Too hungry to get creative? The Big Cheese has a selection of mac & cheese dishes all sorted out for you so you can focus on the important part… EATING!

So, why not head down to Sunshine Plaza and dig into a comforting bowl of mac & cheese!

The Big Cheese
Where: 91 Bencoolen Street #01-59, Sunshine Plaza, S189652
Opening Hours: 11am – 2pm, 6pm – 10pm (Tues – Sun, 3pm – 10pm on Fri), Closed Mon

Excited yet? With this list of exciting events and enticing food spots, there’s no reason to stay in this month!

Grab your friends and family and head down to these events! They’re sure to offer a well-deserved break from the work desk!

Also read, 6 Places In Singapore With The Dreamiest Bespoke Cakes For Your Special Day

Make A Date With The Smurfs At Gain City As It Goes Blue For A Smurf-Themed 36th Anniversary!

Gain City has been around for a long, long time—36 years now, to be exact.

This March, the electronics chain celebrates its 36^th birthday.

To mark over 3 decades of providing great value to Singaporeans with quality home appliances at a “lowest price guarantee”, Gain City is throwing a big Smurf-themed bash for you and the whole family!

Make a date with the Smurfs!

From 17^th March to 21^st May, Gain City will be presenting a fun-filled weekend with the Smurfs.

1. Snap a photo with the Smurfs

For 3 weekends, Gain City will be hosting a Smurfs meet and greet just for the little ones in the family! Papa Smurf, Smurfette and Brainy will be at Gain City Megastore @ Sungei Kadut to take pictures and interact with their young fans.

Want to jump the queue instead of waiting in line? Here’s how you can skip the wait and get right to it!

At the store, there will be a parade of 300 travelling Smurf figurines on display from 18^th March. These 300 Smurfs have travelled a long way, moving from Paris to Shanghai to now be here in Singapore.

All you have to do is be one of the first 50 to snap and post a photo with these little blue creatures on Facebook or Instagram and you stand to receive a ticket to catch Smurfs: The Lost Village!

Not only that but you’ll also get to be in the priority queue to meet your favourite Smurf! Just make sure to tag @likegaincity on Facebook and @gaincity on Instagram, and include #GCSmurf in your caption.

Smurfs Meet & Greet
Location: Gain City Megastore @ Sungei Kadut
Date: 18 – 19 March, 25 – 26 March, 1 April 2017
Time: 5.00pm – 6.00pm

2. Smurph painting

On the 26^th March, local celebrities Nat Ho, Jae Liew and Darryl Yong will be painting a Smurf… perhaps something other than blue? Lending them a hand with the Smurf makeover are the residents from Blue Cross Thong Kheng Home!

The Taiwanese-based Malaysian artist Issac Dang will also be there to serenade you with his smooth, soothing vocals!

Location: Gain City Megastore @ Sungei Kadut
Date: 26 March 2017
Time: 3.00pm – 5.00pm

Outdoor Movie Marathon

[caption id="attachment_23861" align="aligncenter" width="628"] Gain City Megastore @ Sungei Kadut (Image Credit: Gain City’s Facebook page to see which of your favourites will be showing!

Location: Gain City Megastore @ Sungei Kadut
Date: 1 April 2017
Time: 12.00pm – 9.00pm

Accompanying all these fun activities for the kids are some incredible deals for the grown-ups as well.

36 specially picked products like smart television sets, washing machines and fridges will be massively discounted. Be sure to browse the deals at the store as the kids have fun with their various activities!

Also, for every $100 you spend, you stand a chance to win the grand prize: a brand new MAZDA 2 sedan! Also up for grabs is a SONY Home Entertainment package worth $5000. To double your chances to win the SONY package, you can purchase any SONY product from 17^th March – 2^nd April 2017.

Be sure not to miss Gain City’s 36^th anniversary celebrations. You never know what you might walk away with!

Also read, Bob’s Bar At Capella Singapore: Kick Off Singapore Cocktail Festival With A Summer Twist!

10 Things Your Man Does That Shows He Is A Keeper

He is nice, loving and remembers all the little things about you – right down to which zichar dishes are your favourite.

You have good feeling about this guy, but he is the ONE?

Here are some signs to help you recognise if your man is a keeper.

1. He is observant and puts your needs before his

Perhaps you are having your period and down with really bad cramps. He immediately heads to the nearest 7/11 and picks up some essentials for you. At the same time, he makes you a cup of milo and sits by you to make sure you are okay.

A Singaporean man who is not embarrassed to pick up tampons or pads is a man who is willing to put aside his ego for you.

2. He constantly surprises you with small random acts of affection

You’ve had a bad day at school or work. When you head home, the first thing you see is a little note and your favourite treats – whether they’re cheese tarts or takeaway bingsu. He spent money and time queuing to surprise you and make you day.

This shows that he takes responsibility for both his and your health and is a supportive partner as well.

7. He remembers all the little things

Any guy who remembers the little things, such as how you hate having spring onions on your soup, is worth hanging on to.

It goes to show that he sees a long-term relationship with you and is not just having fun for the moment.

10. He respects your personal space

He gives you alone time when you need it and lets you pursue your interests. Even if it is something quirky like pole dancing, he will be a hundred percent supportive.

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Bob’s Bar At Capella Singapore: Kick Off Singapore Cocktail Festival With A Summer Twist!

It’s time to mix up your evening plans! Singapore Cocktail Festival is just around the corner.

Bob’s Bar at Capella Singapore will be presenting a thrilling 6-day line-up from 16 – 21 March.

The only participating bar in Sentosa Island for this festival, Bob’s Bar is the perfect escape in island paradise.

Pomaika’i

Throughout the Festival, Bob’s Bar will be serving its signature Festive Cocktail, Pomaika’i. So fiery.

Need all the good luck you can get this year? One sip of this cocktail should do the trick! Its name means ‘good luck’ in Hawaiian. It’s made with sweet rum and fresh citrus juices. Extra refreshing on a hot night!

At S$20++, this drink will be served with its recipe card and a hands-on cocktail making kit. More fun!

Diplomático World Tournament – Singapore National Final 2017

The event will see 8 local bartenders compete for a chance to represent Singapore. This year’s Continental Finals will be held in Venezuela.

Be prepared to be wowed by insane amounts of bartending talent!

There’ll be live music, good food and a special Diplomàtico Cocktail Bar. They are all set up on the picturesque alfresco terrace.

When: Thursday, 16 March 2017, 3:30pm to 10:00pm
Find out more here.

Havana Nights

To shake up your evenings, we present everyone’s favourite Havana Nights! This is a usual Friday affair on the breezy outdoor terrace.

Look forward to a groovy beach-themed affair and an unforgettable evening of salsa dancing and live music.

There’ll be succulent barbecue meats and a pop-up Pomaika’i Cocktail Bar.

When: Friday, 17 March 2017; 6:30pm to 10:00pm

Guest Bartender Hiroyasu Kayama

What’s a more perfect way to end your Sunday evening than to unwind with a cocktail? To have a glass made by Japan’s top mixologist perhaps!

Hiroyasu Kayama hails from Ben Fiddich Tokyo. The bar ranks 21st in Asia’s 50 Best Bars Awards 2016. Impressive.

Be sure to order Kayama’s cannot-be-missed drink, “The Botanist Forest”. It’s a creative and refreshing botanical concoction. All made with an assortment of exotic herbs.

Consider your Sunday night plans made.

When: Sunday, 19 March 2017, 8:00pm to 10:00pm

All these are happening at Singapore’s premier resort destination: Capella Singapore on Sentosa Island.

Are you ready to mix it up at Asia’s largest celebration of cocktails?

Bob’s Bar @ Capella Singapore
Address: 1 The Knolls Sentosa Island Singapore 098297
Dates: 16 – 21 March 2017
Tel: +65 6377 8888
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6 Places In Singapore With The Dreamiest Bespoke Cakes For Your Special Day

All celebratory occasions call for cake and whether you are celebrating your 21st birthday, wedding or baby shower, nothing is more perfect for the occasion than a bespoke cake!

Why go for the conventional Blackforest Cake or Strawberry Cheesecake? Let your imagination run free and create one-of-a-kind bespoke cakes at these bakeries in Singapore!

1. Temptations Cakes

Established in 1985, there is a reason why homegrown bakery Temptations Cakes has stuck around for so long. Their classic cakes and selection of sweet treats will certainly leave you wanting more.

Naturally, this is one of the best places to customise your very own cake for your special occasion.

Whether you are looking for a fancy wedding cake or a festive-themed cake, Temptation Cakes is sure to nail it. Of course, like any other bakery, it is best to place your order in advance. After all, these bakers and cake designers definitely need the time to craft out that perfect bespoke cake for your special day.

Temptations Cakes
Address: 42 Joo Chiat Place, Singapore 427766
Opening hours: Daily, 11am – 7.30pm
Tel: 6440 9200
Image Credit: @bloomsburybakers[/caption]

While Bloomsbury Bakers specialises particularly in buttercream, fondant and fresh floral cakes cake designs, if you have something else in mind, feel free to let them know!

Besides the bespoke cakes, you can also order dessert tables as well as baby shower gift boxes for your special moment as well!

Bloomsbury Bakers
Address: Blk 30 Bendemeer Road, #01-889, Singapore 330030
Opening hours: Tue to Fri 11am – 7pm; Sat 10am – 7pm; Sun 10am – 6pm (Closed on Mondays)
Tel: 6299 3450
Image Credit: @winifredkristecake[/caption]

Their handcrafted cakes and hand-made sugar flower petal decorations are all meticulously hand-painted by the team at Winifred Kristé Cake. You can choose from cake flavours ranging from the classic Vanilla Bean to the popular Earl Grey Chocolate.

Winifred Kristé Cake
Address: 271 Bukit Batok East Ave 4, Block 271, Singapore 650271
Opening hours: Tue to Sat 11am – 7pm (Closed on Sun & Mon)
Email: [email protected]
Image Credit: @nglitying[/caption]

Whether you are a macaron lover or adore rainbow-layered cakes, it will be perfectly reflected in the cakes Li Tying creates!

Website

5. Little House Of Dreams

Create your dream cake right here at Little House Of Dreams! Their specialty lies in creating fondant cakes, which essentially means they can re-create literally any cake theme that you have in mind!

A gorgeous-looking cake should also taste equally delicious, which is why all their fondant cakes are also ganached in premium chocolate!

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From castle fondant cakes to carousel fondant cakes, each of the cakes are carefully crafted with amazing designs such as watercolour and even graffiti effects! With their team of talented and creative fondant artists, Little House Of Dreams will certainly make your dream cake a reality!

Little House Of Dreams
Address: Block 8 Dempsey Road #01-14, Singapore 247696
Opening hours: Mon to Thu 11am – 10.30pm; Fri to Sun & eve of PH 9am – 10.30pm, PH 9am to 11pm
Tel: 6472 4977
Image Credit: @shibertybakes[/caption]

Besides her cakes, you can also indulge in some of Shiberty’s other specialty desserts such as honey toasts and all-day brunch at her cafe located along Owen Road.

Shiberty Bakes
Address: #01-277, 46 Owen Rd, Singapore 210046
Opening hours: Tue to Sun 1pm – 10pm (Closed on Mondays)
Tel: 6291 5221
Website

If you have an upcoming occasion that calls for it, customise your own cakes at these bakeries! While prices might be on the steeper side compared to other off-the-shelf cakes, it beats having a conventional cake at your special event!

These novelty cakes will no doubt impress your guests with their unique designs. Most importantly, a bespoke cake design best reflects you, your personality and your preferences as you celebrate your special and important moment!

(Top Image Credit: singaporebrides.com)

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