Party Like It’s The ’80s At This Retro Arcade Bar In Tanjong Pagar
Ah, the 1980s. Whether you were born in the 80s, grew up in the 80s, or never set foot in that infamous decade, hearing the term “1980s” probably makes you think of something.
It was the era of MTV, from which you (or your parents) watched music videos of the likes of Madonna, Cyndi Lauper, Wham and Barbra Streisand on repeat.
Fashion was weird, colour combinations were the worst, music was over-digitised and commercialism consumed everyone.
Paying homage to the 80s, this arcade bar takes you back to the glory days. It’s throwback everyday at Nineteen80 – the latest bar to celebrate nostalgia with old school arcade games, 80s hits and neon-heavy backdrops.
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Singapore’s latest retro arcade bar, will be sweeping you away with some serious waves of nostalgia. Step through the pink neon-lit entrance and you’ll be greeted by a row of retro arcade video game machines – think Pac-Man, Space Invaders, Mortal Kombat and Street Fighters.
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That’s not it.
Strike your best pose and take a selfie amongst the many murals with 80s pop culture references like Bruce Lee and the iconic “1-177155-4” pager code (it spells out “I-MISS-U” on the pager if you didn’t know!).
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Music wise – resident DJs will play a mix of in-house urban beats from the 80s, 90s and 00s. They also host weekly themed nights, including “Miss-Demeanor Ladies’ Night” on Wednesdays, ‘Fight For Your Right’ and ‘Radio Ga Ga’ nights later in the week, for guests to tease their glorious hair and get their groove on.
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There’s no denying the enduring popularity of some of the eras classic cocktails. Staying true to their theme, Nineteen80’s signature cocktails are mostly sweet-tasting – just like the 80s.
Get yourself some modernised classics such as the ‘Ice-T Hustler Remix’ – a Long Island Iced Tea with a hint of cloudy apple, the ‘Super Disco Blend’ – a Blue Lagoon with a yuzu finish, or stick to the true ‘Vodka Ribena’ – a mix of vodka, Ribena and soda, sure to inspire those nostalgic feels.
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If you’re planning on throwing a party, Nineteen80 are also open for private bookings! Whether it be a birthday, hens or stag night, corporate party or a brand launch – they’ve got you covered with old school arcade games, nostalgic cocktails and of course your favourite throwback hits.
Looking for a chill night out with friends? Grab your craziest outfits and step into the portal for your fix of nostalgia!
Nineteen80
Address: #01-05, 21 Tanjong Pagar Road, Singapore 088444
Opening Hours: Tues, Thurs: 5.30PM – 1AM | Wed, Fri, Sat: 5.30PM – 3AM
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Sum 41 To Perform In Singapore In August, Tickets To Go On Sale Soon
Grew up in the 2000s? If you did, you should be no stranger to Canadian punk rock outfit Sum 41.
The soundtrack of our angsty teenage years, the band is famous for hits like “In Too Deep”, “The Hell Song” and “Over My Head (Better Off Dead)”.
After a five year break, the band released a brand new album just last year titled ’13 Voices’. The album was well-received, with tracks like “War”, “Fake My Own Death”, and “Breaking The Chain” racking up 10 million, 7 million and 3 million streams to date.
Currently on a world tour, the band will be here in Singapore to give fans a very special showcase at Zepp@BigBox on 24 August at 8pm.
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OG Sum 41 fans, make sure to catch them live while they’re here! Tickets are priced at $120 (free standing only). You can purchases them via ApacTix from Jul 29, 12pm.
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Old Is Gold: 5 Places To Buy Unforgettable Old School Singaporean Snacks
When you hear the words “old school Singaporean snacks“, what comes to your mind? If your answer is gem biscuits, Hiro cake, Ding Dang candy and the likes, high five!
These old school Singaporean snacks will always have a place in our hearts. Thus, we’ve uncovered a list of shops selling them, so you can relive those fond memories of school days with us!
Where to buy Old School Singaporean Snacks
1. Munch Munch
With a name like Munch Munch, you can expect to chow down on old school Singaporean snacks, just like during your carefree school days.
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We recommend consolidating your orders as you get free delivery for orders above $100. Munch Munch charges a $10 delivery fee if your order is below $100.
To purchase, visit the Munch Munch website or pop by one of its 2 stores (at Fusionopolis and Chinatown Point).
Munch Munch
Address: Connexis No 1. Fusionopolis Way, Connexis #B1-23, Singapore 138633
Opening Hours: 11am – 8pm
Address: The New Chinatown Point, 133 New Bridge Road, The New Chinatown Point #B2-03, Singapore 059413 Opening Hours: 11am – 9.30pm (Mon – Sat)
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In terms of delivery, Nineties Candy Shop charges $18 for purchases $201 and below, which is rather steep if you are buying a small quantity. Delivery is free for purchases $201 and above, so buying in bulk is the way to go!
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4. The Biscuit Shop
Iced gem biscuits, lemon biscuits, bun biscuits, chocolate wafers… you name it, The Biscuit Shop has it.
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The Biscuit Shop has a crazy assortment of old school Singaporean biscuits which they sell in tins and in small quantities (0.5kg).
If you are wondering whether you can mix and match biscuits for a tin, the answer is yes!
In fact, The Biscuit Shop allows you to mix and match 3 types of biscuits in a tin so you can have the best of 3 worlds!
$5 delivery charge for orders below $50, so they are a good choice if you want to buy small quantities. Free delivery applies for orders above $100. If your order is between $50 and $100, you pay a mere $2 for delivery.
The Biscuit Shop
Address: Blk 6 Tanjong Pagar Plaza Market and Food Centre 6 Tanjong Pagar Plaza #01-08/09 Singapore 081006
Opening Hours: 10am – 7pm (Mon – Fri), 9am – 4pm (Sat), Closed on Sun
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Delivery is free island wide. However, Biscuit King requires a minimum order of $82. You can either drop by their outlet, or it’s time to activate all your contacts to buy, buy and buy!
Biscuit King
Address: 130 Casuarina Road, Singapore 579518 Opening Hours: 11am – 10pm (Tues- Sun), closed on Mon
Tel: +65 6458 0925
Email: [email protected]
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12 Irresistible Snacks You Would Have Loved As A 90s Kid!
90s kids had it good: sure we didn’t have iPads to pass the time, but when it came to food, our childhoods were coloured with cheap snacks shared at the canteen table or playground during recess – or even in class (remember fake-coughing just so you could chew on your White Rabbit sweet?).
To commemorate those golden years, we’ve compiled a list of 12 nostalgic snacks you’d have loved if you’re a 90s kid.
1. Ice Pops
What’s a 90s snacks list without this treat? Eating them frozen on a sweltering afternoon was the perfect after-school treat. That while watching any show on Kids Central. Yes, we haven’t forgotten our beloved OKTO of yesteryear.
2. Mamee Monster
This was one of the most fun snacks to eat: salty, crunchy, and made to resemble instant noodles. Crushing it up was half the fun.
3. Wang Wang
It’s no surprise we were all fascinated to some degree by the mysteriously edible, plastic-like coating that encased our beloved, chewy White Rabbit sweet.
5. Fancy Gem Biscuits
These were fancy treats, only rewarded after we’d completed an assignment – and, while most kids probably adored the colourful gems of sugar that topped each biscuit, I would pick them off because they were too sweet for my liking.
6. Haw Flakes
Remember putting as many potato rings as you could on your fingers, and then licking your fingers when you were done eating them? Your childhood would not have been complete without this after-school snack.
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There was something about these animal-shaped, salted snacks that made them so addictive. Maybe it was the animals printed on each cracker… or maybe it was just the MSG.
9. Hacks
I highly doubt the fact that Pink Dolphin was a ‘vitamin drink’ lent it extra street cred. It was, quite easily, the drink to be seen with. It also tasted quite wonderful – like magic liquid in the mouth.
If you’re craving for some of these snacks right this minute, it isn’t too late – hit up Sheng Siong supermarket or mama shops (convenience store) for a quick fix! You’re most welcome!
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If you are one of those who shake your head in disapproval when you see parents letting their children entertain themselves with iPad and iPhones, you’d also probably reminisce about your fun-filled, iPad-less childhood and say “Aiyo, kids these days.” The 90s generation is probably the coolest generation (IMO as a 90s kid and I’m sure you would agree if you are one). We spent our childhood days equally running outdoors playing catching and playing on our gameboys which means we had the best of both worlds. Plus, we got to witness the growth of technology. Those were the days where almost everyone had a Beyblade, even girls! And I remember the ripoffs were sold everywhere, so there was no excuse not to have one. This spinning top toy was popularized by the Beyblade anime series and there were mini arenas for competitions as well. One does not say no to an impromptu Beyblade Showdown. I remember I used to get so depressed when my Tamagotchi pet died, then I would start blaming myself for not caring for it enough. Since my parents did not allow me to get a puppy when I was younger, my Tamagotchi was basically my baby. It sure did teach us a bit about responsibility. This was one of the coolest toys you could have then! With their sophisticated yet super cool race tracks, we could compete each other and our eyes would be glued to our cars the whole time! We don’t know about you, but Tamiya cars were our very first cars. We remembered spending countless of hours making our cars from the kits. Then, testing and playing those cars at the void deck or tamiya tracks in the neighbourhood. There was also the regular maintenance (lubricating) and upgrading of car parts. We surely missed those days, including those when we were shouted at for playing at home, and spoiling all the furniture legs when our tamiya cars crashed into them! Oh boy, don’t we all love playing the Gameboy? Seriously though, this was practically the iPad of our generation with so many games we can choose from with the different game cartridges. Needless to say, Pokemon, Tetris and Super Mario were our all-time favorites! This is a heart-stopping game that requires much strategic planning through careful situation analysis. We all remember that moment when the tower is unstable and it’s gonna be our turn next and we nervous as hell. How? I could barely play with the yoyo properly. [caption id="attachment_3323" align="alignnone" width="480"] Gotta catch ’em all! Twisting our bodies in different ways we never knew could be twisted and then screaming at the gamemaster to hurry up. If you remember playing all these, I’m sure there is this wave of nostalgia that you would have felt after reading this article. There were so many simple games that used to entertain us for hours and hours and nope, none of it ever revolved around an iPad, which shows that fun can come in all forms with just a bit of imagination. Let us know in the comments if we missed anything! 🙂12 Wildly Popular Toys Only 90s Kids Will Remember Playing With
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