The weekends leading up to the Christmas and New Year season are getting more and more exciting. Scrap your me-time plans and gather your buddies for all that this weekend has to offer, like Zouk’s nostalgic Balearic night, a Latin film festival, a fund-raising cocktail session, a street party on Amoy Street, the start of East Imperial Gin Jubilee… the options are limitless.
Friday, Nov 18
Asia Pacific Food Expo
PARTY
Zouk will be moving to their new home in Clarke Quay really soon, but before they do, they’ll be throwing a myriad of all-time favorite party nights, starting with one dedicated to the regulars and old-timers. Zouk goes back to their roots, churning out Balearic beats of yesteryears for a good night of reminiscing and celebration. Nov 18
CONCERT
Hailing from Scotland, Be Charlotte will be making her first appearance in Singapore as part of her first Asian tour, with her recent single, “Machines that Breathe” which went viral on Spotify. Get ready for her melodious tuns, with a little rap and beatboxing thrown in. Nov 18
PARTY
Part of Kilo Lounge’s series, A Series of Intentions, DJ W!LD and Jeck Hyde from France and Oliver Osborne from the UK will be spinning a slew of house tracks. The location of the party is a secret and will only be revealed on the day of the event. Nov 18
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Affordable Art Fair
ART
The Affordable Art Fair returns to the masses from Nov 18-20 at the F1 Pit Building with more than 80 galleries representing 600 artists from Singapore and around the globe. And just like previous editions, pieces ranging from original paintings and prints to sculptures and contemporary calligraphy will go for anything between $100 and $15,000. Other highlights include creative corners like “Nice One” designed by Australia-based artist Eddie Botha; Art Lounge, which will see unusual Pop Art chairs from the Ketna Patel Art Studio and other furniture and neon light installations; an area dedicated to artworks priced under $1,000, and more. Tickets are priced from $18. For a full line-up, check out their website.
PARTY
Revelers, it’s Friday and that means Leftbank at CATO. Known to bring in local and international DJs, this week, Haan from Singapore and Mei Ling Young from Hong Kong will be helming the deck and spinning techno tracks. Nov 18
ART
Part of The School of Uncommon Knowledge, where it aims to provide information on topics that are not taught in school, Ng Yi-Sheng will take you on a tour of Southeast Asia’s queer art history. Walking you through the National Gallery, he will unveil hidden tales of love, loss, oppression and the struggles of the queer community in Asia. Nov 18-19
FOOD
Come with empty stomachs as Asia Pacific Food Expo 2016 is back. Expect local delights with a twist such as the unique durian bak kwa, alongside international food such as waffles from Belgium and other snacks and goodies as well. Nov 18-21
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Festive goodies at Shutters, Amara Sanctuary Resort Sentosa
FOOD
‘Tis the season for reunions. Gather the troops at Amara Sanctuary Resort Sentosa and catch up with your loved ones over their restaurant’s festive four-course menu that includes dishes like duo of foie gras, parsnip velouté, Iberian pork and sticky date pudding. If it’s your turn to foot the bill, use any UOB Card to receive 10% off during lunch (throughout the month of December) and dinner (Dec 1-23 & Christmas Day). Cap it off and bring home some festive goodies like an assortment of macarons, chocolate pralines and spiced cupcakes at a 10% discount when you purchase them using a UOB Card. Terms and conditions apply. More here.
FILM
The fourth edition of the Keppel Latin American Film Festival is taking place this weekend with 10 films that showcase the lives of Latin Americans. Just remember to show up 30 minutes before each screening to score a free ticket. Through Nov 20
FILM
The French Film Festival organized by the Institut Français Singapour and the French Embassy is back with 20 French films. Through Nov 20
FOOD
Christmas comes early this year as 12 restaurants team up for the largest edition of Savour to serve over 30 dishes at $6 and $12. They will launching the inaugural Christmas Food Market, which will feature food items from all over the world, including a wide variety of turkey, London roast duck, Iberico suckling pig and more. Through Nov 20
EXHIBITION
The Women in Photography exhibition at Objectifs will see the works by 16 women photographers who’ll be displaying compelling visual narratives that chronicle daily struggles, observations, and the universal theme of humanity and empathy. Through Nov 20
THEATRE
Indian arts and culture festival Kalaa Ustavam is on now, and one of the highlights of the program is Pooja Nansi’s one woman show, You Are Here, where she explores through memory and poetry the history of her family as part of the Indian diaspora. Nov 18-19
Saturday, Nov 19
ART
It doesn’t matter if you’re a novice hobbyist or a pro, because the 14th Canon PhotoMarathon is open to all walks of life. Exchange tips with other participants and take on the challenge to shoot some epic photos, according to a series of themes which will be announced on the day itself. Nov 19
FESTIVAL
Immerse yourself in the zesty culture of Latin America at Red Baron’s Fiesta del ¡Loco!: No Way, José!, and check out the range of products from their flea market, with offerings from Woodlands Sourdough, Death By Bricks and more. Then enjoy the rest of your time and go loco to the sounds of Cesspit, Poetic Tragedies, The Betts and others. Nov 19
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Benjamin Barker
SHOPPING
Your calendar is about to fill up with a slew of Christmas lunch and dinner parties, and you wanna look sharp. Whether you’re dressing to the nines or doing the bare minimum, have a gander at Benjamin Barker’s selection of sharp suits, dapper get-ups and impeccable casual wear and receive a 25% discount off three shirts, or 20% off two shirts, when you check out using a UOB Card and the promo code “25OFF3SHIRTS” or “20OFF2SHIRTS” respectively. Terms and conditions apply. More here.
ART
A carpark in Bedok is going to be transformed into a hip arts carnival this weekend. A joint collab between National Arts Council and Lopelab, Arts in Construction will see a slew of fun activities like the interactive Amazeswing exhibition, live performances by MOTUS and Tim De Cotta, silkscreen printing workshops and many other all-day programs. Nov 19
DRINK
Local non-profit organization Oogachaga is throwing a fund-raising cocktail session at The Bar Above so that they can continue to provide support and counselling for the local LGBT community and keep their facilities running. Drop by and have some delicious Asian-inspired bar bites and cocktails. Nov 19
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Buttergrill
FOOD
Tanjong Pagar is replete with upscale eateries and casual cafes with some rather interesting concepts. One of them is Buttergrill—an unapologetic departure from all the healthy bistros lately, it serves a menu of meat, seafood and pasta plates that come with generous portions of house-made flavored butter. Enjoy promotions like a 20% discount on Yuletide takeaways, 12% off early bird booking of their Christmas Menu or 10% off Christmas Menu for bookings in December when you pay with any UOB Card. Terms and conditions apply. More here.
PARTY
Parties at the old Kallang Airport are always a doozy, and this time there’s going to be a massive lineup of the best performers and artists from the local urban arts communities and entertainment coming together for One Solid Day Out with the likes of DJ Koflow, the Syndicate music collective, Aldrin and more, taking turns to drop crazy beats at this iconic space. Nov 19
FILM
The 5th Singapore edition of the Freedom Film Fest, which showcases films that explore the world’s current economic, political and human rights issues, returns to the Projector. Out of the 11 films being screened, three were made by local filmmakers—Heartware, The Disappearing Hill and The Naked DJ. Nov 19-20
Sunday, Nov 20
“The Merdeka Bridge” screened at Fade In/Fade Out
PARTY
The Amoy street block party is going to be a delicious collaboration with restaurants in the area. Expect hole-in-the-wall Gemmills and Maggie Joan’s to be part of the line-up, too, as well at ever-packed Employees Only and Burger Joint. There will also be local and international music acts, including DJ KFC and UK-based DJ Roscius. Nov 20
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Cath Kidston
SHOPPING
Cath Kidston is all about simple aesthetics paired with vibrant color palettes and functionality, so if you’re looking for a cute, statement bag or a pair of ballet flats to go along with your equally adorable outfit, look no further than to this British fashion and lifestyle brand at The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands or Tampines One. Spend a minimum of $150 using any UOB Card and receive 10% off your total bill. Terms and conditions apply. More here.
FILM
It’s the final weekend of the Fade In/Fade Out film series that showcases the golden age of cinema from the 1950s to 1970s. This Sunday, catch Cantonese romance drama, The Merdeka Bridge. Nov 20
DRINK
The fourth edition of the East Imperial Gin Jubilee is coming to Singapore, bringing a heady dose of gin culture to town. The highlight of this year’s event is the Asia’s Best Gin & Tonic competition, which will see 80 bars from the participating cities competing for the title. Other events include masterclasses, tasting sessions, and the famous Gin Lane closing party. Nov 20-26
From now till Dec 31, spend a minimum of $2,500 using any UOB Card to redeem the new, exclusive UOB x JaeSuk Kim x G-Shock watch—Singapore’s first limited edition designer contactless wearable that lets you pay by tapping the UOB Contactless Card in the watch. Terms and conditions apply. More here.
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