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BreadTalk Buns Are Going For Only $1 On Their 18th Anniversary

Singapore’s very own BreadTalk is finally coming of age and turning 18 this month! Time really flies.

Anyway, the lovely creators of the pork floss bun hype in Singapore are celebrating their 18th anniversary with a few new additions to their signature product.

That’s not all, they’ll also be running a few promotions in July and August, where you can get their baked goods for $1!

Let’s not be lazy, read on for details.

What’s In Store In July

A New Flosss Flavour

BreadTalk has had many variations of their signature Flosss bun, with Wasabi Flosss, Sambal Chicken Flosss, and Black Pepper Crab Flosss.

Now, they’re introducing a new limited edition addition (say this quickly 10 times) – Golden Lava Flosss.

This new creation features ‘golden lava’ a.k.a salted egg filling and it’s topped with cereal floss, a local favourite in tze char stalls.

Imagine salted egg sauce with cereal floss. It sounds really good, to be honest. The Golden Lava Flosss will be available for 2 months, from 2 July to 2 September 2018.

What’s more, from 2 to 22 July 2018, mix and match any 6 flosss flavours at any BreadTalk outlet for just $8!

$1 Buns, Tea Cakes And Muffins

From 9 to 16 July 2018, you can purchase tea cakes, muffins and a selection of 18 types of buns for just $1 each, from 12pm onwards!

Some of the buns in the selection include the Butter Sugar Loaf, An Pan, Coffi-O, Croissant, and Pillow Raisin.

The promotion is valid while stocks last so don’t dilly dally!

If you miss this first round of $1 promotions, don’t worry. From 17 to 29 July 2018, purchase from the same selection of 18 buns – the first bun will go at its original price and you’ll get the 2nd bun for $1.

That’s not all, BreadTalk’s signature Hokkaido Snow Roll will retail for just $10.90 instead of the usual $15.80.

Also, do note that the July promotions will not be available at the following outlets: Citylink Mall, ION Orchard Link, Raffles City, Resorts World Sentosa, Singapore Cruise Centre, and Vivocity.

What’s In Store In August

BreadTalk Celebrates National Day

This year, BreadTalk is the principal partner of National Day Parade 2018, which means we’re getting new breads with locally-inspired flavours!

First up, the new Chilli Crab Puff ($2.20). No prizes for guessing what inspired this. Real crab meat is used in the chilli crab mixture that’s encased in flaky puff pastry, baked to perfection.

This sweet and spicy creation will be available in all BreadTalk outlets from 30 July to 19 August 2018 at $2.20 per puff, or get 4 at the promotional price of $8!

The next one is a Durian Mini Croissant ($1.50) that’s made with real Mao Shan Wang durians. Rich, bittersweet, and buttery. Get yours at all BreadTalk outlets from 30 July to 19 August 2018 at $1.50 per piece, or get 6 at the promotional price of $8.

While these 2 lead the charge, there are 8 other buns inspired by local hawker favourites.

Choose from the satay chicken and sambal shrimp-flavoured Bibi Baba, a coconut milk-infused kaya bun, Singashake, the spicy Rendang Pedas, Curry Chicken, Curry Naan, Ikan Bilis, Bak Kwa Delight, and Otah Oleh!

The prices range from $1.70 to $2.20.

Join BreadTalk as they celebrate their 18th Anniversary and National Day this July and August!

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Celebrate Food And Feast – Sentosa Holds A Grill Fest And BBQ With Outdoor Movies From Jul To Aug

For those of you who frequent Sentosa, we’ve got good news for you.

This July and August, Sentosa is stepping up the game in a celebration of food, with not 1, but 2 events!

While food options in Sentosa have been known to be a little pricey, this July and August, you don’t have to worry because they’ve got a food street lined up just for you.

Sentosa GrillFest

Lining Siloso Beach is the Sentosa GrillFest.

That’s right, Sentosa GrillFest returns once again for its second edition, transforming 1km of Siloso Beach every Friday to Sunday from 13 to 29 July 2018, into a food street.

This year’s edition of Sentosa GrillFest features over 100 local and international food and drink options from 21 F&B establishments!

Expect local favourites such as Salted Egg Yolk Chicken and unique creations such as Laksa Mentai Soft Shell Crab Rice Bowl. There will also be local favourites such as Hokkien Mee, Char Kway Teow, and Satay.

If you’re not feeling any of the available options, feel free to curate and make your own at Sentosa GrillFest Festival Gourmet Market!

Just pick your raw ingredients from the market and bring it to any of the chefs on-site for preparation!

Of course with good food, we require good entertainment. There will be local bands such as The Jumpstart, AnchorBlanc, and Pam Khi & The One Boy Band performing for guests at the GrillFest!

Sentosa “Kaki” BBQ

From 8 to 12 August, join Sentosa as it celebrates National Day with the very first Sentosa “Kaki” BBQ.

Held at Palawan Beach, this beach barbecue will feature outdoor movie screenings next to communal barbecue pits at Palawan Green.

You won’t have to bring your own food, because ingredients that have already been marinated and seasoned for cooking, will be provided. Everything is provided actually. From the BBQ pit to the ingredients and the cutlery. All you have to do is bring friends and family and barbecue.

If you require professional assistance, chefs will also be available to assist you.

That’s not all, if you’re there on National Day, you’ll be able to catch a glimpse of the National Day flypast!

So this July and August, if you’re looking for dining options and ideas, why not head over to Sentosa?

Sentosa GrillFest
Venue: Siloso Beach
Date: 13 – 29 Jul 2018
Opening Hours: Fri – Sun: 6pm – 11pm

Sentosa “Kaki” BBQ
Venue: Palawan Green
Date: 8 – 12 Aug 2018
Opening Hours: 6pm – 11pm
Website

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What’s In A Year: We Rounded Up 10 Trending Moments In S’pore That Defined 2017

This has been quite a year for the world. For Singapore. Trains broke down, Presidents took office, and students flashed the middle finger on national television.

Oh, and the nation gushed over a 50 year old man.

But that’s not all that happened. We’ve rounded up the most Singaporean things that made our 2017.

Singapore’s 2017 In A Nutshell

1. Racial Harmony Exemplified

In January, there was a Malay wedding that was in the vicinity of the path of an ongoing funeral procession and the guests at the Malay wedding stood still out of respect for the procession.

If that isn’t the most textbook representation of our racial harmony, we don’t know what is.

2. Uber Brings People Together

Singapore is a small country. The fact that we have so many people condensed into a small space, forces us to interact with strangers in various situations.

And in this cluster of people, 2 strangers managed to find love in an Uber. A part-time UberPool driver picked up an Air Stewardess while he was working, where they had a casual conversation about her occupation.

Following that encounter, he found her again through the power of social media and now they’re attached. Sometimes, love happens where and when you least expect it.

3. NSF Is STOMPed For The Right Reasons

NSFs receive a lot of flak from the public. Most of the time because they’re sitting on seats in the MRT. It got so bad to the point where commanders were actively telling their recruits NOT to sit when they’re taking public transport.

But that’s not what this NSF was STOMPed for. In March this year, this NSF was seen sheltering an elderly lady in a wheelchair at Pasir Laba Camp.

Is that not the sweetest gesture ever? It’s very heart-warming to see such scenarios.

4. Cow In Yishun

Given how urbanised Singapore is, we don’t see farm animals around housing estates at all (not anymore, that is).

Then there’s this cow in Yishun. No we’re talking about a mean lady. We’re talking about a literal cow. The kind that goes “Moo” and is stereotypically white with black patches (or black with white patches).

Long story short, the court denies the return of the phone to the parent.

The moral of the story here, is that privilege will not save you from rule-breaking.

7. The Man Who Drank The Elixir Of Life

In July, the nation was shook by the sudden discovery of the Man Who Never Ages.

Yes we’re talking about ChuanDo Tan. The 50 year old that looks way younger than his age allows.

The former model-turned-photographer’s secret to staying young and buff AF, is working out religiously.

Not forgetting really good genes too.

We’ve never seen the nation come together for something positive, since National Day 2016.

8. The Kid Who Flipped The Nation Off

National Day this year was brilliant, as usual. But the icing on the cake wasn’t the fireworks.

It came at the end of the live broadcast of the National Day Parade.

A student from Henry Park Primary School (bless his heart) was seen flashing his middle finger at the camera at the end of the parade, when the performers were gathered for the finale.

The nation gasped, processed what happened, and laughed. Well, most of us laughed anyway. Parents were shaking their heads and teachers were scrambling to find the boy.

Long story short, he was found, reprimanded and counselled. But it was still a good laugh.

9. A New President

In September this year, there was a lot of controversy regarding the reserved election, but eventually the nation moved on and a new President was elected.

Mdm Halimah Yacob, previously the MP of Jurong GRC, is Singapore’ first female President. She was declared President-elect on 13 September this year and inaugurated the day after.

10. Flowers For Patients

In November, volunteers at BloomBack, a social enterprise, recycled wedding flowers and turned them into 300 bouquets that were handed out to patients at St. Andrew’s Community Hospital, Banyan Home, and the Salvation Army.

The flowers, worth more than $10,000, were collected from a wedding dinner the night before. Not wanting the fresh flowers to be tossed in the bin, BloomBack decided to give these flowers a new purpose.

Sometimes, small gestures can really make one’s day.

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10 Awesome Events And Addictive Eats To Start Off August Right [1-15 Aug]

Nothing gets us more excited than the start of a new month, and this August gets us especially excited!

With National Day just round the corner, there’s a whole slew of fresh activities and yummy new eats that remind us of why we love living in Singapore.

This month’s line-up includes outdoor movie screenings, the hottest Kpop stars on our shores, a coffee festival, and fresh food spots to pamper your tastebuds at. Whether you’re a movie buff, avid concert-goer or full-time foodie, here are some ways to keep having fun the first half of August!

Here’s a calendar of 10 of the newest events and eats to head to this month!

Play & Discover

1. Films At The Fort

If the combination of good films, food and wine sounds like heaven to you, read on.

Films At The Fort by Casillero del Diablo is this years fanciest open-air cinema event!

Catch award-winning new releases, cult classics and documentaries on the big screen, under the stars.

A team from The Providore will be onsite to serve up a freshly prepared menu. There’s dinner, dessert and snacks to keep your tummy happy.

There’s also a bar selling wine, sparkling wine, beer and cider at prices that won’t break the bank.

So spread out your picnic mat, clink glasses, and lay back for a chill evening as the sun sets.

Films At The Fort
Address: Fort Canning Green (Fort Canning Park)
When: 3 – 20 Aug, 5pm till late
Website

2. KBS Music Bank World Tour

Calling all diehard K-Pop fans!

Get ready to sing and dance your heart out at the highly anticipated KBS Music Bank World Tour.

Fans can expect a star-studded lineup, with some of K-pop’s biggest stars taking the stage.

The one-night-only concert’s power lineup includes SHINee, CNBlue, BTS, Red Velvet and Mamamoo.

KBS has been a huge driving force behind the Hallyu wave, from debuting rookies in the K-pop world to charting the leading K-pop hits.

So grab your tickets and be treated to a night of non-stop chart toppers!

KBS Music Bank World Tour
Address: Suntec Convention Centre Hall 601-604, 1 Raffles Boulevard, Suntec City, Singapore 039593
When: 4 Aug, 7pm – 10pm
Admission: $148 – 288/person
Ba dum tss!

This month’s Singapore Drum Fest is a festival unlike any other music festival you’ve ever experienced.

[caption id="attachment_28735" align="aligncenter" width="1089"] Image Credit: Drum Fest brings the world’s best drummers and musicians to our shores for an unforgettable experience.

This year’s killer line-up is sure to attract fans from all over the world.

Those in the circle will know international drumming star Meytal Cohen and her bassist Anel Pedrero Orantes. There’s also Juan Carlito Mendoza, Jost Nickel, Federico Paulovich and Stanley Randolph.

Local talents Benjamin Lim, Anson Koh (Drum Off 2016 Open Category Champion) and his band will also be playing!

Drum Off contestants hail from 9 countries including Japan and USA, and are sure to put on an impressive show.

Singapore Drum Fest: Ultimate Drummers Weekend
Address: Max Atria, Singapore EXPO Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Expo Drive, Singapore 486150
When: 5 – 6 Aug, 10am – 7pm
If you closely follow the Voice of China, now’s your chance to watch one of their most loved contestants IRL!

G.E.M. is coming to our shores with her brand new “Queen of Hearts” World Tour.

[caption id="attachment_28736" align="aligncenter" width="2048"] Image Credit: Hong Kong’s new reigning Queen of Pop will be rocking it out at the Singapore Indoor Stadium.

The talented singer will be belting out original songs in Chinese and Cantonese, in conjunction with her latest album, “Heartbeat”.

The last time she was here was in 2015, with her sold out 73-show tour. This year, she promises a bigger, better and more breathtaking show, so make sure you get your tickets for it!

G.E.M. “Queen Of Hearts” World Tour
Address: Singapore Indoor Stadium, 2 Stadium Walk, 397691
When: 13 Aug
Contact no.: 3158 7888
Admission: $128 – S$248
There really isn’t a shortage of international stars on our shores this month.

Our favourite British indie pop act, Bastille, is taking centre stage here too!

[caption id="attachment_28737" align="aligncenter" width="1200"] Image Credit: Watch lead singer Dan Smith, keyboard player Kyle Simmons, bassist Will Farquarson and drummer Chris ‘Woody’ Wood in the flesh.

You’re probably most familiar with the infectious track ‘Pompeii’ off their 2013 debut album ‘Bad Blood’.

In 2016, Bastille returned with catchy singles ‘Good Grief’ and ‘Send Them Off!’

These are songs that have become the alternative anthems of the last few years.

If you didn’t catch Bastille’s dazzling sold-out show at The Coliseum in 2015 and at the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix in 2016, make sure you don’t miss this one!

Bastille – Live in Singapore
Address: The Star Theatre, 1 Vista Exchange Green, #04-01, 138617
When: 14 Aug, 8pm
Contact no.: 6348 5555
Website

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6. Epicurean Market

This isn’t your ordinary food and wine fair.

The Epicurean Market gives you three days of direct access to world-class food, wines and spirits, all for a fraction of the usual price!

[caption id="attachment_28739" align="aligncenter" width="4256"] Image Credit: Sample famous signature dishes by celebrity chefs, taste one-of-a-kind cocktails, and take home imported specialties.

There will also be an exciting lineup of masterclasses for you to upgrade your culinary and bartending skills with.

Participating restaurants include the award-winning Bread Street Kitchen by Gordon Ramsay, CUT by Wolfgang Puck, Waku Ghin by Tetsuya Wakuda, and more!

Epicurean Market
Address: Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956
When: 11 – 13 Aug
Contact no.: 6688 8826
Imagine having a single voucher you can use at over 50 restaurant brands. ​

Well, Restaurant Association of Singapore (RAS) lets you do just that at the best value festival ever!

[caption id="attachment_28742" align="aligncenter" width="1600"] Image Credit: You can get $100 worth of vouchers for only $70, to be used across 50 restaurant brands island-wide.

This year’s focus is on the trendy salted egg yolk, homely pandan, and the all-time favourite, chilli crab sauce.

As a tie-in with the Singapore Food Festival, each eatery will also be highlighting a locally inspired dish.

Expect dishes such as chicken rice risotto (Joo Bar), chilli crab (Palm Beach Seafood) and chicken tikka pizza (Cali Café and Bar).

Singapore Restaurant Festival
Address: Various participating restaurants
When: 1 Jul – 30 Sep
Website

8. Singapore Coffee Festival

Calling all cafe hoppers and caffeine addicts!

The Singapore Coffee Festival 2017 is Singapore’s first ever coffee-centric festival.

[caption id="attachment_28734" align="aligncenter" width="960"] Image Credit: This is showcase of Singapore’s speciality coffee, local kopi and cafe lifestyle.

Be spoiled for choice with over 100 exhibitors from the coffee and café industry.

The festival showcases local craftsmanship in specialty coffee, as well as Singapore’s unique and rich kopi heritage.

Besides being a one-stop shop for those interested in all things coffee, there will also be a wide range of brewed drinks, beans, gadgets and machines available for purchase.

Singapore Coffee Festival
Address: Marina Bay Cruise Centre, 61 Marina Coastal Drive, 018947
When: 3 – 6 Aug
Imagine going shopping and not having to pay for anything.

Well, that’s exactly what the Singapore Really Really Free Market lets you do!

[caption id="attachment_28741" align="aligncenter" width="960"] Image Credit: Singapore Really Really Free Market[/caption]

The market will showcase all sorts of goods–and services!

Things you can expect to see include second-hand stuff, basic yoga lessons, and even tarot card reading.

There are also sing-alongs and mutual shoulder massages to really foster that community spirit.

So come join in and feel a different, more caring and sharing side to the economy we’re used to!

Singapore Really Really Free Market
Address: Lorong Ah Soo, Blk 138
When: 13 Aug, 2pm
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10. Singapasar

Happy birthday, Singapore!

With National Day just round the corner, enter Singapasar, just one of the many nation-centric events that’ll pop up this month.

[caption id="attachment_28740" align="aligncenter" width="1600"] Image Credit: Returning for its third year, Singapasar is a wildly popular design-centric pasar malam.

It brings together the best and the newest collections of Singapore, under one roof.

Expect to find locally designed and made products including furniture, food, apparel, bags, beverages, accessories and many more.

All of these items have their own story to tell about our Singaporean identity, history and culture.

This is where you want to shop and soak in some festive cheer this National Day!

Singapasar
Address: National Design Centre, 111 Middle Road, Singapore 188969
When: 4 – 6 Aug
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Sounds like an amazing month, doesn’t it?

We can’t wait to head out and get busy at all these exciting activities this August!

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