Young professionals who switch to F&B aren’t news. Still, it’s heartening to see more of them. Especially if they start places like Societe Canteen: bright and airy, full of idealism and bohemian values.

Since he closed his Keong Saik location back in March, fans of chef Nicolas Joanny (us included) have been anxiously awaiting his return. He left for a bit of a breather and went to train and search for inspiration in Japan. He’s back now though, and the new Nicolas Le Restaurant is still in the Tanjong Pagar area on Teck Lim Road.

“Underwhelming” is the polite way to describe the launch of SuperTree by IndoChine, the newest F&B joint to hit Gardens by the Bay. Honestly, the spot has got plenty working in its favor (chiefly, a stellar view of the Marina Bay skyline).

Swank new bars like Cufflink Club have their place, we're more often searching for a casual drink. A bar with crumbling brick walls and flaming drinks. A bar with a serious beer and hard cider list. A bar that screens sports on the telly. That's where this Tiong Bahru newbie, Coq & Balls comes in.