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.
Serendipity Patisserie
This stall might occupy a minimal area but it serves goodies galore. The good variety of generously‑sized muffins they offer is nothing short of tantalizing.
Eight Cafe and Bar
Disco balls and fancy lights are among our favorite in this joint. Featuring an alfresco section open after dusk only, the retro‑themed café serves highly affordable fusion and Western dishes.
Pavillion Restaurant
Featuring crisp‑fried scallop mousse in lemongrass spears, and a combination of Peking duck, foie gras and crispy mushroom as appetizers, its six‑course menus ($58++ or $98++ per head) serve Cantonese delicacies with a touch of the West.