Alexander Wang
The first Alexander Wang standalone is a sleek, white-washed space that’s befitting of the celebrated designer’s signature—minimalist, androgynous and austere. Sparsely displayed on the racks and shelves are his ready-to-wear collections for men and women, as well as his basic T by Alexander Wang diffusion label.
Plain Vanilla Bakery
This tiny cupcakery sells their specialty in a range of flavors including carrot, red velvet and cinnamon brown sugar ($3.20 each). On weekends, also find muffins like raspberry and cranberry orange ($3.70 each).Eat this: Chocolate cupcake. It’s one of I-S Magazine’s 50 things to eat in Singapore before you die (2012).
Ingrid Michaelson to perform in Singapore for the first time on September 10
Indie pop songstress Ingrid Michaelson will perform for the first time in Singapore at the Esplanade Concert Hall on September 10.Presented by Greenhorn Productions, this American indie pop songstress will feature hit tunes about love and relationships such as “The Way I Am” (see music video below), “Maybe” and “Keep Breathing”.Her new album, Human Again, […]
Metric to perform in Singapore for the first time in July
Canadian indie outfit Metric will be making their Singapore debut at the Esplanade Concert Hall on July 31.
Icon Gallery
Available for the first time in town are memorabilia from David Bowie, Pink Floyd and Muhammad Ali. One of the freshest new art spaces in town, Icon Gallery was founded by expat Brits James and Esther Walton. It’s one of few places to get your hands on music inspired original artworks, fine art prints, photographs and […]
Damotory Korean Wine House
The buzz: Drinking establishments are a dime a dozen in the Robertson Walk/Quay area, but this recent arrival sets itself apart with one big selling point: its truly inspiring array of Korean tipples. The décor: Very simple and low-key—just pale wooden tables and benches peppered around the place. Sports fans will want to grab a […]
Margarita’s
Having been in the scene for over a decade, this place needs no introduction. Weekends see this joint packed to the brim by noon. With a variety of over 30 tequilas, including exclusive premium brands found nowhere else in town, such as Patron Gran Burdeos ($120 per shot)–distilled thrice, it’s the world’s number one ultra-premium […]
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Piedra Negra
A offbeat joint along the alley of Arab Street, this multi-colored bar packs a punch with their sangrias and margaritas made with 100% blue agave tequila. If you’re a tequila fan, this is just the spot for you.
Loofapalooza
Dust off those hippie tie-dye shirts and celebrate the ’90s with DJ Uncle Johnny, who will drop tracks by Depeche Mode, Interpol, The Clash and other high school faves.