Want To Try Bak Chor Mee Pasta? Timbre Brings Signature Dishes Of Local Home Chefs To Their Outlets

Private home dining is all the rage these days. It’s not difficult to understand why as the modern consumers can be tired of ‘outside’ food and would prefer a ‘simple’ home style cooking.

As the saying goes, the best food is the kind that’s cooked at home. We all love the comfort of a good home-cooked meal but the idea of stepping into a stranger’s home for dinner might sound a little crazy to some.

However, having attended a private home dining experience, I can ascertain that it is an experience like no other. Some menus may cost anywhere between $80 – $100, some with unique creations and a long waiting list you have to book months prior.

Even though the price-tag seems high, a lot of Singaporeans are willing to fork out good money as many of these concepts offer recipes that which are not commonly found anymore.

Timbre Meets Home Chefs

If you’ve never attended a private home dining session but curious as to what they have to offer, Timbre Group is collaborating with three renowned local home-chefs for the launch of Timbre X.

The first collaboration at Timbre X venues sees three renowned home-chefs, Alvin See (@chefandsommelier), Shen Tan (@ownselfmakechef) and Serene Yeo (@serenesupperclub) putting their signature dishes on Timbre’s menu. Each chef has also picked out 2 – 3 signature dishes from their menu and generously shared their treasured recipes with Timbre’s culinary team for execution.

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The dishes are available at Timbre X @ The Arts House, Timbre X @ The Substation, Timbre X @ Gillman and Switch by Timbre X from 24 October 2018 to 23 January 2019.

Here’s a look as to what each chef has to offer:

1. Shen Tan (@ownselfmakechef)

When was the last time you had Chef Shen Tan’s food?

Perhaps it was at Revolution Coffee, where her signature nasi lemak is served for under $10 or her first restaurant, Wok & Barrel on Duxton Hill? Well, if you’re a fan on her take of modern Singaporean cuisine, the latest place she has been unleashing her creativity is at her new private kitchen called Ownself Make Chef.

Housed in in a three-room HDB flat in Commonwealth, the living room and dining room seats up to twelve and can also function as a show kitchen for cooking demos.

Serving up her Signature Nasi Lemak, the famous dish is painstakingly cooked by steaming the rice twice over four hours. The resulting aromatic rice is fluffy with a flavour packed lemak taste. Complemented with her smokey coffee sambal, crispy fried chicken, omelette and crispy white bait, this is one dish you HAVE to try at Timbre X.

Reminiscent of local favourite bak chor mee (also Chef Shen’s favourite local dish), her Bak Chor Mee Pasta features al dente fettuccini tossed through a tart piquant sauce of chilli, lard and fish sauce. The tender juicy slices of pork shoulder ARE marinated in 5-spice powder, coffee grounds, sugar and herbs, elevating this humble hawker dish.

2. Alvin See (@chefandsommelier)

Alvin See is a passionate home cook who whips up dinner for his family almost “every weekend”. In 2010, started a popular blog called

The Roast Pork Belly is definitely a show stopper. This is a tested and proven recipe which he has been using for years and on countless gathering occasions. It has never failed to impress the guests. You can expect a layer of crispy airy crackling atop and juicy, warm and tender meat.

His Dukkah Coated Lamb Chops with Mango Salsa and Roasted Mustard Garlic Potato is another dish you can’t miss. The coat of dukkah spice mix elevated the juicy lamb chops, giving it a robust flavour with a stunning rustic crust while the minty and refreshing mango salsa provides a great balance.

For those who love their steak, the Peppercorn Steak with Creamy Brandy Sauce features a 400g Black Angus Ribeye steak crusted with white peppercorn which rests on a bed of creamy brandy sauce.

3. Serene Yeo (@serenesupperclub)

Inspired by her time living in London and volunteering at Italian-Japanese-Brazilian chef Luiz Hara’s Nikkei supper clubs, Serene shares with guests the origins of Nikkei cuisine and explains each course as it is made from her open-concept kitchen.

One would not know that Japanese and South American flavours form an incredibly delicious partnership had it not been for Serene Yeo who is passionate about it. A marketing manager by
day and Nikkei home cook by night, she runs a Nikkei supper club which serves up Japanese home-cooking with a South American twist.

The Sea Bass Rice With Yuzu And Green Jalepeno is definitely a unique creation. The dressing of olive oil, yuzu juice and green jalapeño chillies, mixed into the rice just before serving gives a kick you’ll love.

Another delicacy offered by Nikkei families at street markets are Pastéis. These pastéis includes a generous filling of chicken, cream cheese and green olives wrapped in gyoza skin and deep-fried to crispy golden perfection.

In a queue to try out private home dining by these 3 chefs? You can now try their signature dishes at the newly rebranded Timbre X venues!

Timbre X
Date: 24 October 2018 – 23 January 2019
Venue: Find Your Nearest Timbre Outlet Here

Also Read Renowned Japanese Chef Teppei Opens First Halal Eatery Serving Fukuoka’s Famous Udon

Best Pizza Spots In Singapore For A Tasty Slice Of Heaven

How can anyone not love pizza?!

There is no denying that pizza is a long-standing favourite amongst many. It is the quintessential Netflix snack and the king of party food. From the traditional wood fired pizza to thin-crusted and DIY pizzas, there is a whole lot of choices when it comes to pizza options today.

Whether you are the old school delivery box-type pizza fan or the gourmet pizza connoisseur, here are some of the best pizza spots in Singapore for you. So you can indulge in this delectable flatbread!

1. Pizzeria Mozza

Despite being located at the swanky Marina Bay Sands, Pizzeria Mozza offers a casual pizza dining ambience.

Its dimly-lit atmosphere coupled with exquisite renditions of classic pizza flavours makes it the perfect date-night location.

There is certainly no missing the common flavours such as Margherita (tomatoes and mozzarella) and Napoletana (tomatoes, mozzarella, anchovies, and capers).

However, what differentiates Pizzeria Mozza from the rest is their earthly combinations of pizza toppings.

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With the usage of unique ingredients such as squash roots and eggplant, you definitely have to prepare your taste buds for an out-of-this-world burst of pizza flavour!

Pizzeria Mozza
Address: The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Avenue, #B1-42/46, Singapore, 018956
Opening hours: Daily 12nn to 11pm
Tel: 6688 8522
Website

2. Peperoni Pizzeria

If you are looking for a dining spot to host your pizza-loving friends, then Peperoni Pizzeria is the perfect pizza place.

This Italian restaurant serves up authentic wood fired thin crust pizzas. However, Peperoni Pizzeria is best known for its humongous 21” XXL pizzas and the option to combine different flavours for 1 pizza.

Here at Peperoni Pizzeria, there are a whole lot of pizza toppings for you to choose from.

There are the classics such as Margherita, Hawaiana as well as unique flavours such as Portobello Funghi and Quaattro Formaggi (four types of cheeses).

If you are unable to decide, there is also the half-and-half option whereby you can choose two toppings for a great mix of pizza flavours.

Takeaway options are available at Peperoni Pizzeria – so you and your merrymaking friends can enjoy their enormous treats right in the comfort of home!

Peperoni Pizzeria
Address: 6 Greenwood Avenue, Hillcrest Park, Singapore 289195 (Other outlets available)
Opening hours: Mon to Sat 12pm – 11pm; Sun 11am – 11pm
Tel: 6465 6556
Website

3. La Pizzaiola

Forget paying exorbitant flight prices to Italy.

You can enjoy a true Italian pizza experience right here at La Pizzaiola. We are regulars at their Kalidasa Ave outlet. Over the years, their standards, quality and pizzas have been nothing but consistent and awesome.

La Pizzaiola provides an authentic, pocket-friendly, down to earth Italian restaurant experience for you and your family.

Go for their Rucola Parma (Rocket leaves with parma ham), which is the reigning fans’ favourite. For a spicy kick, go for their Diavola pizza that is topped with spicy salami. If you love seafood, the Frutti di Mare is generously topped with prawns, squids, and mussels.

La Pizzaiola also serves up an array of pastas, salads and desserts as well. Pair your pizza with their extensive selection of red and white wines and you are almost dining like true Italian!

La Pizzaiola
Address: 15-3 Jalan Riang, Singapore 358987 (Other outlets available)
Opening hours: Daily, 11.30am – 2.30pm & 5.30pm – 10.30pm (Closed on Tue)
Tel: 6282 5031
Website

4. La Nonna

La Nonna at Holland Village is the classic Italian restaurant.

Once you’ve placed your order, you can expect a small basket of piping hot bread served with butter or olive oil, all complimentary.

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The best pizza here, that will keep coming back for more, has got to be the La Nonna, the namesake of the restaurant. You’ll be pulling out a slice of heaven – tomato, mozzarella, parmesan, asparagus, black truffle, and an egg.

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The fragrance of the truffle, crunch of the asparagus, and the runny yolk all come together perfectly.

The best part about La Nonna? They have interesting promotions. You can claim your taxi fare, enjoy 1-for-1 pizza/ pasta/ main course for a weekday lunch, or even join their weekly photo contest to stand a chance to win a complimentary meal for two.

La Nonna
Address: 
76 Namly Place, Singapore 267226 (Other outlets available)
Tel: 6762 1587
Open: 
Lunch: 12:00, 14:30; Dinner: 18:00 – 22:30
5. Bella Pizza

For a true-blue authentic Italian pizza experience, you have to head down to Bella Pizza!

Since opening its doors back in 2007, Bella Pizza has been serving up an extensive selection of savoury pizzas.

The pizza dough is handmade daily on site by their experienced team of pizzaiolos, so you know you are tucking into only the freshest pizza crust!

Their pizzas are uniquely segregated into red pizzas (tomato based) and white pizzas (mozzarella based). Not sure which to choose? We’d say, just order both types!

Bella Pizza
Address: 30 Robertson Quay, #01-14 Riverside View, Singapore 238251
Opening hours: Tue to Thu 11.30am – 3pm & 6pm – 11pm; Fri to Sun 11.30am – 3pm & 5.30pm – 11pm (Closed on Mon)
Tel: 
6734 0139
Website

6. Da Paolo Pizza Bar

Nestled in the hipster neighbourhood of Holland Village, Da Paolo Pizza Bar is notable for their delicious thin-crust pizzas.

Additionally, their pizzas are generously topped with heaps of your favourite toppings.

Some of the pizza selections include Napoletana, Prosiutto E Funghi (cooked ham with mushrooms) and even a Calzone Salame E Ricotta (folded pizza with cheese and salami).

Likewise, you can opt for their Pizza Of The Day if you are game for a hearty pizza surprise!

Da Paolo Pizza Bar
Address: 44 Jalan Merah Saga, Singapore 278116
Opening hours: Mon to Fri 12nn – 2.30pm & 5.30pm – 10.30pm; Sat to Sun 11am – 10.30pm
Tel: 6479 6059
7. Alt. Pizza

Let your creative juices flow at this Design-It-Yourself pizza joint – Alt. Pizza! This contemporary pizza bar lets you create your desired pizza on your individual portioned 11″ pizza base.

You get to choose from an extensive array of creative toppings, from delectable cheese and homemade sauces to tantalising gourmet meats, seafood and fresh herbs.

With +650,000 unique pizza combinations, you can turn your dream pizza into reality from an unbelievable price of just S$8!

Otherwise, you can always go for their innovative signature pizzas such as The Hangover – comprising of organic tomato sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, fennel sausage, roasted onions and parmesan.

Alternatively, go for their Truffle Shuffle, which has been voted as an Alt. Pizza fan favourite!

Alt. Pizza also offers a wide range of award-winning artisan craft beers, so you can have that ideal beer and pizza combo!

To get a $15 voucher for your first purchase, download the new Alt. Pizza Mobile App. Alt. Pizza
Address: Suntec City Tower 4, #01-602, Singapore 038983 (Other outlets available)
Opening hours: Sun to Thu 11am – 10pm; Fri & Sat 11am – 11pm
Tel: 6836 9207
8. Timbre

Timbre is well-known amongst Singaporeans for its vibrant nighttime live music. However, there is also another reason why many flock to Timbre: its pizzas.

If there is one pizza that you and your friends should order, it should absolutely be their signature Roasted Duck Pizza.

Alternatively, go for the classics such as Timbre Seafood Pizza or perhaps something adventurous such as their all-new Crispy Caramel Anchovies pizza!

Timbre
Address: 45 Armenian Street, Singapore 179936 (Other outlets available)
Opening hours: Sun to Thu 6pm – 1am; Fri & Sat 6pm to 2am (Closed on Monday)
Tel: 
6338 8030
Website

Let’s face it. Pizza is a dish that will never go out of style. There are a plethora of pizza choices for you to choose from, ranging from the classic Margherita flavour to unique pizza variations.

So gather all your foodie friends and head down to these pizza spots! It is time for some merrymaking and indulgence in this scrumptiously toasty and crusty flatbread.

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Also, read Best Brunch Spots In Singapore For The Non-Early Risers

 

Timbre Goes Out Of SG! You Can Soak In The Chill Vibes & Good Music At KL Now!

Imagine our excitement when we found out that there’s a Timbre KL! This is their first expansion out of Singapore.

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The Timbre KL menu does not deviate much from its lion city counterpart. Think thin-crust pizzas, Spanish tapas, a wide range of pasta dishes and good beer!

The restaurant bar also retained its signature wood-accented interior that evokes homey and cosy vibes.

Timbre KL – Malaysia Originals & Rozella

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This swanky restaurant bar is currently hosting “Malaysia Originals”, a music series that champions indie Malaysian acts. 

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Borneo songstress Rozella will be gracing the Timbré KL stage on Aug 24. A lyrical genius, Rozella’s music tells stories that are close to her heart.

Her heartfelt ballads have made it to both the Malaysian English Top 10 Charts and the Borneo English Top 10 Charts. This is an act you won’t want to miss!

Check out her hit song “Dark Side” to get a feel of her captivating music.

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Apart from her singing career, Rozella is also the founder of social photography project “True Complexion”. It is a movement that celebrates diversity and raises awareness about medical conditions.

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If you haven’t got any plans lined up this weekend, head over to timbre KL @ The Row to catch Rozella in action over good food and beer!

This is one more chill out spot you can add to KL’s ever-growing list of music venues.

Timbre KL @ The Row
Address: 60, 62 &, 64, Jalan Doraisamy, 50300 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Rozella’s Performance Details
Date: 24 August, 2016
Admission: Free (with purchase of a drink)
Event page: Discover KL. Also, follow them on Facebook to see what’s buzzing at our neighbour’s place.

(Header photo credit:The Ultimate KL Guide Part 1 – How To Get There & Where To Stay

The Best Food Around SMU – Cos Muggers Need Good Food Even More!

One of the best things about Singapore Management University (SMU) is its extremely central location. It’s just a stone’s throw away from over five malls and four movie theatres.

As compared to the relatively elusive NUS, SIM and Pulau NTU, SMU’s location is gold. With an enviable variety of dining options perfect for brunch get-togethers, indulgent lunch plans, and romantic dinners, decision-making can get pretty tough whenever lunch/dinner rolls around.

To help you guys out, listed below are our top 5 picks for the best food around SMU.

1. Timbre @ The Substation

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With live music acts going on almost every night after 8.30pm, this hangout makes the perfect place to unwind with friends.

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Breakfast options like Kith’s Big Breakfast (Eggs, toast, bacon, smoked bratwurst, sautéed mushrooms, grilled tomatoes) are served till 3pm. Mains such as the Sirloin Steak Sandwich are served after 11am. Oh, and don’t forget to order coffee, the latte art really completes the food flat lay!

3. The Daily Scoop

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Take it from someone who knows waffles, this is the perfect balance between a crispy and fragrant crust with a soft and light interior. The Daily Scoop offers a large collection of tastebud-friendly ice creams and often introduces refreshing new flavours to keep things new. After the first ice cream waffle, you’ll be coming back again and again for your dessert fix.

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We have two words for this eatery: Affordable and Awesome. I’m Kim Korean Barbecue is the place for meat lovers, with tender pork, beef, and chicken marinated in lip-smacking spicy, sweet, and salty sauces at your disposal. With its salad, soup, cooked food (their chicken wings are the best!) and drinks counter, you can’t go wrong with the student-friendly weekday lunch price ($12.90++).

I’m Kim Korean Barbecue
Address: 1 Zubir Said Drive, #01-04/05/06/07 S227968
Located opposite SMU’s School of Economics, at SOTA.
Contact: 6238 7218
Opening Hours
: Mon to Thu 11.30am-2.30pm, 5pm-10.30pm; Fri to Sun 11.30-3.30pm; 5pm-10.30pm

5. Teaparty Express

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With its $4.80 pasta and iced lemon tea lunch set, and located within the campus itself, we’re pretty sure Tea Party Express is a familiar name to the majority of SMU students.

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Pasta choices include the Carbonara, Aglio Olio, Bolognese, and if you’re feeling adventurous and extra-hungry, order their famous Scones with Cream Cheese sauce to go! Tea Party Express has very recently expanded and is now serving new menu items such as Truffle Fries, Mac & Cheese, Chicken and Fish and Chips. With so many student favourites, you can’t possibly go wrong with this pocket-friendly dining option.

Tea Party Express
Address: 90 Stamford Rd #01-75, S178901
Located at SMU’s School of Economics, Level 1.

Whether it’s your first or hundredth visit, these best food around SMU will still guarantee great dining experiences.

Also, read Stuff Yourself Silly! 6 Best Buffets Below $30

Enjoy Great Food At Home – 10 Food Delivery Options For You

With the rise in the number of food delivery services in Singapore, eating at home now has a whole new meaning. Today, we can enjoy restaurant quality food delivered to our doorsteps, without even stepping out of the house.

Here are 10 delicious food places that can now be delivered to your home. *You’ll need to check on both Deliveroo and FoodPanda if that particular F&B can be delivered to your address

  1. Nandos

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Thanks to delivery services like Food Panda and Deliveroo, the world famous flame grilled Peri-Peri chicken is now available for delivery! Founded in 1987, Nandos started out as a small restaurant in the humble town of Rosettenville, South Africa. Well known for its signature spicy Peri-Peri sauce, Nandos won the hearts (& tummies) of many when it opened its first restaurant here in sunny Singapore.

Order the Quarter Chicken ($10.90) or the delicious Espetada ($17.90) for delivery right to your dining table and pick from 4 levels of spiciness, ranging from Lemon & Herb Peri-Peri to Extra Hot Peri-Peri.

Nandos
Delivery services: Food Panda, Deliveroo
Delivery Fee: $5 (Food Panda), $3 (Deliveroo)
Delivery Time: 10am-10pm

  1. Cedele

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Imagine a plateful of steaming Rosemary Chicken, drizzled with cranberry sauce and a dab of mayonnaise ($8.50), or a warm Turkey, Ham & Bacon sandwich stuffed with melted mozzarella ($9.50). Tempted?

Cedele can now be ordered online through the Deliveroo website and app. Besides sandwiches, Cedele also has a variety of cakes and soups ready to be sent out of the shop and into your home.

Cedele
Delivery Service: Deliveroo
Delivery Fee: $3
Delivery Time: 11:30am-10pm

  1. Fatboys

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Move aside fast food burgers; make way for the real fat burgers. With one outlet stationed at Upper Thomson road and the other along Joo Chiat Road, Fatboys is a rare find in Singapore.

Popular for their huge portions and scrumptious burgers, it’s always a struggle to get a seat in their restaurant at dinnertime. Fatboys’ signature Fat Basterd ($19.80) is just one of their many burgers available on the to-order menu.

Fatboys
Delivery Services: Food Panda, Deliveroo
Delivery Fee: $5 (Food Panda), $3 (Deliveroo)
Delivery Time: 3pm-9:30pm

  1. No Signboard Seafood

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Hungry for good seafood but lazy to make your way to the restaurant and wait for a seat? We feel you. Well, now you can have No Signboard Seafood’s classic Chilli Brown crab ($128) anywhere you like.

Opened in 1970s, No Signboard Seafood started off as a stall in Mattar Road Hawker Centre, without a signboard (duh!). Now, almost 40 years later, No Signboard Seafood has grown to 4 outlets, and you can have their food delivered to you.

No Signboard Seafood
Delivery Service: Food Panda
Delivery Fee: $6
Delivery Time: 11am-10pm

  1. Golden Pillow

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The name says it all. Golden Pillow is famous for its… golden pillow! At first glance, the golden pillow is just a big bun, but the magic happens when you cut into that big bun. The aroma of the curry can be smelt even before it is cut open. The bun is literally oozing with delicious golden curry.

Choose from 4 different flavours of curry, ranging from the classic chicken curry ($14.80) to mutton curry ($17.80). Their delivery menu also has other dishes such as their Sambal Chicken Drumsticks ($18).

Golden Pillow
Delivery Services: Food Panda
Tel: 6323 8933 (in-house)
Delivery Fee: $3 (in-house), $4 (Food Panda)
Delivery Time: 11am-8:30pm

  1. Manhattan Fish Market

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Manhattan Fish Market is a restaurant that is located in most of our neighbourhood malls, island-wide. Serving up crispy batters of fish and chips, pastas, and soups, Manhattan Fish Market is the place to go for a great western meal.

Manhattan Fish Market
Delivery Service: Food Panda
Delivery Fee: $5
Delivery Time: 11am-9:30pm

  1. Timbre

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Craving for a glorious western dinner spread? On their menu, Timbre has a wide variety of western dishes for you to choose from. Order their Roasted Duck with Hoisin Sauce ($20.50) or their delightful Beef Con Carne Pizza ($20.50) and enjoy the meal at home.

Timbre
Delivery Service: Food Panda
Delivery Fee: $4
Delivery Time: 12pm-9:30pm 

  1. Maki-san

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Located at The Cathay and Katong, this sushi place is taking sushi to a whole new level. Just one roll is enough to keep you full for an entire afternoon.

Maki-san specialises in serving customisable sushi rolls that are packaged in cute little Japanese boxes. Choose from a large list of ingredients and have a say in what kind of meat and vegetables you’d like in your roll. There are also other ready-made recipes that you can pick from which includes the Salmon Says ($9.90), the Roast N Roll ($8.90) and more.

Maki-san
Delivery Services: Food Panda
Delivery Fee: $8 (in-house), $4 (Food Panda)
Delivery Time: 11am-9:30pm

  1. 4 Fingers

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Craving for some delicious crispy fried chicken? 4 Fingers has just what you need. Choose between their signature soy garlic flavour, spicy hot flavour or their tasty mixed flavour. Be warned though, it doesn’t matter what you choose, because you’ll get hooked.

Order their huge 9 piece drumstick combo ($31.73) and feast like a king, or order their 6 piece combo ($10.23) that comes with fries and a soft drink.

4 Fingers
Delivery Service: Food Panda
Delivery Fee: $5
Delivery Time: 11am-8pm

  1. Rochor Beancurd

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After every dinner, one must always have dessert. Forget the usual ice-cream and waffles; try the classic beancurd for a change! Perfect for a late night dessert treat or a morning breakfast fix, you can have beancurd at any time of the day.

Rochor Beancurd
Delivery Service: Yun Xiang Kolo Mee – For Your Authentic M’sian Noodle Craving!

Chill The Night Away! 10 Alfresco Bars With Live Band

Hey you! Are you someone who spends most of your days indoors? Be it in school (poly & uni students) or at work, face it, we spent most of our time in an air-conditioned room!

(But Singapore’s so hot!)

Yup, I feel you, but shouldn’t we be making the most out of our limited time outdoors? Although it seems that our climate is like a curse, but other times, it can be a real blessing.

Especially after dark when Singapore gets amazing! There’s no better way to enjoy the nightlife than to chow down on delectable gastronomy while enjoying a chilled drink or two. Throw in a couple of hot tunes and there you have it, a night to remember!

Friends, I bring you, alfresco bars! What makes them different from other restaurants is that they provide a totally unique experience. Whether it’s celebrating a special occasion, a romantic dinner, or corporate gatherings, alfresco bars are your go-tos.

Here are some of our favorite places:

  1. Timbre @ Arts House

Everyone should be familiar with the iconic and premier Timbre Group’s chain of live music restaurants. Timbre @ The Arts House is perhaps the most “atas” of them all. Enjoy the picturesque view of the Singapore River and hey, don’t forget to snap a picture with the statue of Singapore’s founding father, Sir Stamford Raffles.

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Timbre @ Arts House
Opening Hours: Mon – Thurs: 6pm – 1am; Fri – Sat: 6pm – 2am
Live Music: 
Mon: 8pm – 11.15pm; Tues: 8.30pm – 11.45pm; Wed – Thurs: 8.15pm – 11.30pm; Fri: 7.15pm – 12.45am; Sat: 8.30pm – 12.45am; Closed on Sundays
Location: #01-04, 1 Old Parliament Lane, S (179429)
Contact: 6336 3386

  1. Timbre @ The Substation

Located opposite SMU, Timbre @ The Substation is the older and more rustic brother of Timbre @ Arts House. Tucked away from the city crowd, rest your eyes on the idyllic teak furnishing and foliage, and drift away to tranquility and melodic tunes.

Timbre’s menus are nearly identical, but of course, there are popular dishes. For something light, there’s the Crispy Pork Belly ($16), and Timbre Chicken Wings ($14). Who can forget the famous Roasted Duck Pizza ($21), deliciously topped with hoisin sauce and crispy popiah skin. Don’t forget to drown them down with your favorite alcohol selection!

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Timbre @ The Substation
Live Music:
Tues – Wed: 8.30pm – 11.45pm; Thurs: 10.15pm – 12.45am; Fri – Sat: 10.15pm – 1.45am; Sun: 10.15pm – 12.30am
Opening Hours: Sun – Thurs: 6pm – 1am; Fri – Sat: 6pm – 2am, Closed on Mondays
Location: 45 Armenian Street, The Substation Garden, S (179936)
Contact: 6338 8030

  1. Wala Wala

Nestled in one of Singapore’s most exciting and entertaining nightlife district, Holland Village, Wala Wala Café Bar is often packed. Who can blame them? The ambience is always cheerful and relaxed, making it popular with foreigners. Food favourites include Spicy Blacken Wings aka Wala Buffalo Wings ($14), and Curly Potato Wedges ($7). Did we mention that the alcohol selection is really extensive as well?

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Wala Wala
Live Music:
Daily: 7pm – 9pm; 9.30pm (varies)
Opening Hours: Mon – Thurs: 4pm – 1am; Fri: 4pm – 2am; Sat: 3pm – 2am; Sun: 3pm – 1am
Location: 31 Lorong Mambong, Holland Village, S (277689)
Contact: 6462 4288

  1. Spruce

Spruce deserves a spot on this list because of its location. Located at the former Bukit Timah Fire Station (yep, it’s true), Spruce serves as the perfect hideout to escape the bright lights of the city. Be sure to try their original creations – Spruce Hot Wings ($18), served with homemade hot sauce, and the succulent Spruce Burger ($19). (Psst, there’s free parking!)

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Spruce
Live Music:
Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sun: 7.30pm – 10.30pm
Opening Hours:  Tues – Thurs: 11.30am – 12.30am; Fri: 11.30am – 1am; Sat: 9am – 1am; Sun: 9am – 12.30am; Closed on Mondays
Location: #01-01, Fire Station, 260 Upper Bukit Timah Road, S (588190)
Contact: 6466 5582

  1. Five Tapas @ Cuppage

My personal favourite place for a night of drinks with friends, Five Tapas @ Cuppage, is popular for their five dollar tipples (for the uninitiated, that’s liquor), and sing-along tunes. The only downside is that it’s always crowded and gets relatively humid. But hey, for tipples at such low prices, I have no complaints. My favourites from the food menu include Stuffed Mushrooms ($5), Spicy Pork Belly Cubes ($5), and Beer Battered Fish & Chips ($18).

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Five Tapas @ Cuppage
Live Music:
Daily: 8.00pm – 10pm (varies)
Location: 25 Cuppage Road, Cuppage Terrace, S (229454)
Opening Hours: Daily: 5pm – 12am
Contact: 6733 8097

  1. Going Om

Inspired by Hindu temples while travelling in the Himalayas, founders Barry and Oliver has delivered an almost meditative experience in their quaint little alfresco bar. Tucked in the corner of eclectic Haji Lane within the confines of a refurbished shophouse, Going Om is perhaps the most artsy and unique in this list. I personally vouch for the Pear N Apple Crumble ($7), which is heavenly. Fellow Ommies unite!

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Going Om
Live Music:
Tues, Thurs, 9.30pm
Opening Hours: Tues – Thurs: 5.30pm – 1am; Fri: 5.30pm – 3am; Sat: 3.30pm – 3am; Sun: 3.30pm – 1am; Closed on Mondays
Location: 63 Haji Lane, S (189256)
Contact: 6396 3592

  1. The Queen & Mangosteen

Offering a million-dollar view of neighbouring Sentosa, The Queen & Mangosteen is the quintessential gourmet British alfresco pub. With an unpretentious menu of appetising British food with an Asian twist, this chic establishment is the ideal spot to put your feet up after a long day of shopping and activities in Vivocity. Unlike other bars in this list, it’s also great for the kids! Must try: Fish & Chips ($26), and Shepherd’s Pie ($20).

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The Queen & Mangosteen
Live Music:
Tues – Thurs: 8pm – 11pm
Opening Hours: Mon – Thurs: 11am – 12mn; Fri – Sat: 11am – 1am; Sun: 11am – 12mn
Location: #01-106/07, Vivocity, 1 HarborFront Walk, S (098585)
Contact: 6376 9380

  1. CM-PB

Guys, guys, relax! This isn’t CMPB (Central Manpower Base), this is CM-PB. An acronym for Contemporary Melting-Pot & Bar, this café-bar-bistro is set against the evergreen scenery of Dempsey Hill in a bungalow setting. Albeit dishes are on the pricier side, the Truffle Fries ($15) is one of the best in Singapore. For an all-day breakfast selection, try the Eggs on Request ($24).

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CM-PB
Live Music:
Thurs: 8.30pm; Fri – Sat: 9.30pm
Opening Hours: Sun – Thurs: 10.30am – 1am; Fri – Sat: 10.30am – 2am
Location: #01-05, Block 7 Dempsey Road, S (249671)
Contact: 6475 0105

  1. Mel’s Place

Situated near East Coast Park, Mel’s Place offers much needed reprieve after a day of exhausting activities and festivities. I’ve heard that they’ve revamped the main building and furnished it with a stylish new look. Upon setting foot in the bar, Mel’s Place welcomes you with a Hawaiian-ish décor. Also, from the grapevine are rave reviews for their Bangers & Mash ($18), a duo of sausages rested on mash potatoes with Mirepoix Sauce. Yummy!

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Mel’s Place
Live Music:
Mon – Sat: 7.30pm – 11pm
Opening Hours: Mon – Thurs: 4pm – 1am; Fri – Sat: 4pm – 2am; Sun: 11am – 1am
Location: 2A Kuo Chuan Avenue, S (426897)
Contact: 6440 3573

  1. The Mad Men Attic Bar

Boasting a stunning skyline of the Marina Bay Sands, Mad Men Attic Bar is fast gaining more prominence. Located in the concrete jungle of Singapore’s CBD, this place is highly beloved by white-collared workers after a hard day’s toil. Add to that a charming view of commercial skyscrapers, there’s no better word to describe this alfresco bar than “wow”. Tuck into delicious nibbles such as Luncheon Meat Fries ($12), Mini Beef Burgers ($12), and the Chili Cheese Dog ($14).

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The Mad Men Attic Bar
Live Music:
Mon – Sat: 8.30pm
Opening Hours: Mon – Thurs: 5pm – 1am; Fri – Sat: 5pm – 3am
Location: #03-02, 11 North Canal Rd, S (048824)
Contact: 9822 1789

With this list on hand, you’ll be well-armed for night time chill outs. Let us know which are your favourite spots!

(Header image credit: 7 Must Try Food Places At Ang Mo Kio – From Seafood To Desserts!

A 3 Minute Rundown Of Timbre’s Newly Launched Container & Food Truck-Style Food Court

We’re sure you’ve heard of the newly opened Timbre+ by now. And if you haven’t, you’ll want to drop by for a meal after reading this. Here’s all the juicy highlights in less than 3 minutes.

As many an Instagram post would show, this container and food truck-style food court features vibrant graffiti, high ceilings, and neon store signs. Started by the team behind Timbre, a popular night’s out option for drinks and live music, Timbre+ seems to give off a more food-oriented version of Timbre’s laid-back appeal.

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Maybe it’s because of the novelty of this new gastropark, or maybe it’s because of its cool hipster quotient, but the lunch time crowd is no joke, so you might want to avoid the lunch hour if you’re not a fan of crowds. But more importantly, let’s talk about the delicious and extensive food selection at Timbre+.

Food

With 21 hawkers and 14 restaurant brands, you won’t be disappointed with their mix of well-loved local favourites and affordable restaurant-level cuisine that caters to different price points. (Note: the restaurants mostly open for the evening crowd after 3pm.)

From the Nasi Padang store’s fluffy pratas, to Teppei Daidokoro’s Kaisen Don, to Fishball Story’s handmade fishball noodles, to Dancing Crab Shack’s Cajun seafood, to Chit Chaat Chai’s North Indian street bites, to Portico’s Spanish tapas and indulgent churros, you can look forward to tasting all sorts of cuisine at Timbre+.

That said, we think pictures certainly speak louder than words, especially where food is concerned, so have fun scrolling and we’ll let the pictures do the talking.

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And when the sun goes down, grab a beer and wait for the party to begin.

Music & Drinks

Get a drink from Timbre+’s very own bar and chill to Timbre’s resident live bands right at Timbre+. Having had SuperSonic perform during its launch on 1st April, drop by from Wednesdays to Saturdays for the live music affair with more local bands like Sweatshop Jam, The Common People, and O.K. READY!  jamming on Timbre+’s stage.

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If you’re into live music, good food, or anything hipster and alternative, you’ll probably love this place. More details on the Timbre+ website– keep an eye out for future events like festivals and pop-up markets too!

Address: 73A Ayer Rajah Crescent JTC LaunchPad @ one-north Singapore 139957
Opening hours: Mon to Thurs 6am to 12am, Fri & Sat 6am to 1am, closed on Sun

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