REVIEW: Shakespeare in The Park—Macbeth
Combine the night breeze, IndoChine’s delectable dinner sets, and the freedom to bring your own wine with no corkage charge and you’ll see just a few reasons why the Singapore Repertory Theatre’s Shakespeare in the Park production is so successful that it’s into its fourth run.You know the classic plot: Macbeth (Adrian Pang) and Banquo […]
Tasty Mother’s Day Treats
Just in case you’ve forgotten, May 8 is Mother’s Day. If it’s just dawned on you and you’re starting to panic, read on for some great Mother’s Day deals for that special lady in your life, because momma knows (and deserves) only the best.
Power Up at Croyez Studio
Vibrate your way to shape with power plates at this acclaimed gym.
Largest Collection of Dr. Martens in its Newest Store
The buzz: This is the first Dr. Martens store in Southeast Asia to carry the widest Dr. Martens product offerings as well as limited edition designer collaborations.The vibe: The industrial-inspired design is reflected throughout its 800 sq. ft. space, staying true to its original British roots with fixtures and fittings one can expect to find […]
The Merry Men
The chilled ambience at The Merry Men is best served after a hard day’s work. Situated along the river walk, the restaurant and bar offers sumptuous array of Western cuisines coupled with a variety of Australian beers. A favorite yuppie hangout. Book a table at The Merry Men Kitchen + Bar with Chope
Wine Crazy at Le Bistrot; I-S Xperience; Hereford beef at mezza9; Arabian at Anar
If our cover story last week has gotten you wine-crazed, head down to Le Bistrot du Sommelier as they feature 10 crus du Beaujolais from May 15-Jun 15. Carnivores will be pleased to know that from May 15-Jul 9, mezza9’s executive sous chef Simon Ruf will be featuring a menu centered on Argentine grass-fed Hereford beef. It’s hard to find Middle Eastern cuisine in Singapore; so that’s where Anar comes in.
Stay Cool Always
Not quite the local equivalent of Songkran (nowhere close, actually), nor a euphemism for quality self-love time. It’s a day (the first time ever in the history of local general elections) set aside for a break from all the electioneering, hustings and hectoring 24 hours before Polling Day.
Mr KIA May 6
You are severely deluded. This is Singapore. No matter which club you go to, someone will always trump your car. Our roads are like tarmac runways for ridiculous-sounding Lambhorginis, Porsches and Maseratis—you don’t stand a chance. But if you’re persistent…
Song Fa Day & Night Bak Kut Teh
There are bak kut teh places and there are bak kut teh places. To local BKT groupies, this particular brand, having been around for decades, is among the better exponents of a very quintessential local dish. This new outlet has opened a stone’s throw from the Singapore River and just a couple of doors down […]
De Classic Golden Spoon
We’re always on the hunt for cheap and good food, and we’ve certainly found it at De Classic Golden Spoon. (Don’t mind the cheesy name.) In the revitalized neighborhood of Tiong Bahru, home to hip spots like 40 Hands and Books Actually, it’s reassuring to find old school gems like this one. We got right […]