Elite Bicycles Asia
For a bike tailored perfectly to you, head down to this sports store that sells bicycles from international brands like Wilier. It also provides after‑sale bike fits and mechanical services.
The Suit Factory
This store sells well‑made off‑the‑rack suits from Dan Stevenson and Benjamin Parker. Shoes and other stylish accessories for men are sold here too.
Strangelets
Sick of mass-produced items that everyone seems to have? This design boutique will provide that breath of fresh air. Established in 2008, Strangelets is still one of the best spots in town for wild and wow furnishings and curious accessories sourced from all over the world, like porcelain wares from Studio Gu and a side […]
Bonheur Patisserie
A good option at Bonheur Patisserie for the sweet-toothed with unusual delectables including their signature strawberry balsamic mousse ($7.50), layers of pistachio sponge, vanilla bean Chantilly cream and strawberry balsamic mousse.
Cuppa Choice
Large fancy‑looking coffee machines are sold at this young café‑barista academy (it’s under two‑years‑old)— great news for coffee aficionados. The barista classes are conducted from 9am‑6pm, which are also the opening hours of the café. Other than coffee, bites such as pizzas are on the menu. For the coolest places to get a hot cup […]
Momentous Arts
Momentous Arts had its first gallery at Marina Square in 2004. The gallery showcases modern & contemporary paintings, sculptures and drawings of wide-ranging themes and subjects by artists from Asia and afar. It promotes the works of established contemporary artists, such as Edwin Wilwayco and Rene Robles, as well as emerging talents like Tang Hong Lee, Soon Lai Wai, […]
Flor Pâtisserie
Those who have a weakness for the sweet stuff should make a stop at this Japanese bakery/ café; the earlier in the day, the better (they often sell out by teatime). Be sure to get your hands on their ice cheese tarts in flavors like maple, blueberry and caramel (our favorite), as well as the […]
Lan Zhou La Mian
The main man in the store is the noodle chef, who is also Lan Zhou La Mian’s owner. Their signature minced pork with bean sauce noodle is defi nitely worth a try. The pan‑fried dumplings and handmade tofu—so crispy on the outside and soft on the inside—left us wanting more. Can’t get enough Chinese food? […]
HQ Karaoke & Bar
The newly‑minted open concept karaoke and bar encourages social karaoke—a good thing too that the crowd at HQ Karaoke & Bar consists mainly of models and celebrities. Sing your heart out while getting liquored up on Soju Oolong Tea, Mojitos and Apple Shooters.
Miz Japanese Restaurant
To deem the food at Miz Japanese Restaurant “value‑for‑money” would be a gross understatement. The simplest of dishes—cold garlic butter udon with caviar ($12) and even the Japanese rice tea—ace the taste test. Their salmon tataki, or seared salmon, is heavenly.