It’s foodie heaven this weekend, with the World Snack Fair kicking it off for you to stock up some goodies, a laksa affair at Goodwood Park Hotel and an authentic Balinese cuisine takeover at The Fullerton Hotel. Balance all that eating with some great parties with international DJs at all your usual haunts and a series of outdoor exercise classes.
Friday, Apr 7
Laksa at The Coffee Lounge, Goodwood Park Hotel
FOOD
The Coffee Lounge at Goodwood Park Hotel may be known for its Taiwanese porridge menu, but from now till May, satisfy your love for laksa as they create six decadent and delicious renditions using homemade rempah (spice paste), other high quality ingredients and garnished with daun kesum (laksa leaves). Think laksa with crab leg, laksa in claypot form, and the like. Through May 21
PARTY
Berlin based electronic music outfit Cassegrain will be helming the decks at Headquarters by the Council for a thumping night of hypnotic and mind-bending techno. The two met at Red Bull Music Academy in Barcelona and have since released tracks on renowned labels like Ostgut Ton, Infrastructure New York and Killekill. Apr 7
FESTIVAL
Astronomy lovers of Singapore, grab your mats and head over to Science Centre Singapore to get a glimpse of Jupiter in its entirety, followed by a movie screening under the stars. Apr 7
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FOOD
Get your burger cravings out of the way at 25 Degrees, an American West Coast burger and liquor bar that first opened in Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel and has outlets in Chicago and Bangkok (fun fact: the restaurant is named after the difference in temperature between a well-done and a raw hamburger). Highlights include the Number One, which sees USA angus beef patty, crescenza, gorgonzola, bacon, caramalized onions and Thousand Island dressing packed between two soft buns; and the Number Four, which has an interesting combination of yellowfin tuna, lettuce, fried onions and spicy aioli. Use any UOB card to receive 15% off your total food bill. Terms and conditions apply. More here.
PARTY
Keep your Fridays fresh at Refuge as DJs Drem & Gravity spin a repertoire of old school hip hop and R&B beats throughout the night. Apr 7
FOOD
If you, like many others, have the habit of snacking in between meals, whether you’re at the office or at home binging on a new Netflix show, you might probably want to head to this year’s World Snack Fair to stock up on your stash. This three-day fair will see more than 500 brands from around the world to choose from, including favorites like Glico, Meiji and Nestle. Apr 7-9
FESTIVAL
If you’re in the business of looking for a new, high-valued toy, or just have an eye for the finer things in life, head over to One Degree Fifteen to check out some of the world’s finest superboats at this year’s Singapore Yacht Show. Through Apr 9
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SHOPPING
Kate Spade New York held their Moroccan-inspired Spring show at the top of one of the Big Apple’s most renowned hotels, toting a collection of ’70s-looking chiffon dresses, pink blouses with rose embroidery, duster coats and Moroccan stripes with a touch of that Upper East Side glam. Check out the collection online and and receive a complimentary Bon Bon Shopper (minimum spend of $380) when you check out using any UOB card and use the promo code “UOBGWPAPRIL”. Terms and conditions apply. More here.
FOOD
The culinary team behind award-winning The Villas at Ayana Resort and Spa Bali are taking over The Fullerton Hotel’s Town Restaurant kitchen, bringing famed Balinese classics like their whole roasted babi guling and street food like nasi jenggo and bebek betutu along with them. Through Apr 14
THEATER
A critically-acclaimed production that had a sold-out debut run in 2015, Normal tells the story of two Singaporean students who don’t achieve conventional academic success. Through Apr 16
FESTIVAL
One of Singapore’s most anticipated food festivals has returned for its 21st edition. The World Gourmet Summit will feature top notch international and local chefs who will take take center stage to create bite-sized gastronomy and degustation dinners. Rest assured there’ll be tons of events and workshops to sign up for, like a mescal degustation masterclass, an Argentine food workshop and more. Through Apr 16
Saturday, Apr 8
Fifth Harmony
CONCERT
Camila Cabello’s exit from Fifth Harmony may have been one riled with drama and confusion, but that’s not stopping the rest of them from bringing “The 7/27” Tour to Singapore. Formed by Simon Cowell on The X Factor U.S.A., the group’s triple-platinum certified first single “Work from Home” catapulted them into the the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The follow-up singles “All In My Head (Flex)” has also been certified platinum while “That’s My Girl” went on to become a top 40 hit. Apr 8
PARTY
Your favorite dynamic duo Adrian Wee & KiDG are back for their iconic Poptart night of indie-flavored everything, from Queen to The Killers, at Zouk. Get your dancing shoes ready. Apr 8
HEALTH
Start your weekend with a pop-up pilates session where you will develop core strength and stability through a variety of prone and supine exercises. Learn all the proper techniques of the pilates method while in the comforts of nature at Singapore Botanic Gardens. Apr 8
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FOOD
Take some time off this weekend to enjoy the finer things in life and check out some of the world’s most amazing super boats at this year’s Singapore Yacht Show on Apr 6-9 at Quayside Isle @ Sentosa Cove. While you’re at it, take on the great food and drink choices at the various outlets of this marinafront retail and dining area, with deals that’ll let you enjoy a BBQ skewers platter starting at $18 from Blue Lotus – Chinese Eating House, cheese and snacks pairings with summer wines at $28/per person at The Straits Wine Company and craft beers going for $55 (five bottles) at Schmear. Terms and conditions apply. More here. Apr 6-9
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POETRY
The first migrant poet reading of the series organized by a fellow poet and Bangladeshi worker Md Mukul (author of Me Migrant) will bring together Singaporean and migrant poets like Rajib Shil Jibon, who took second place in the 2014 Migrant Workers Poetry Competition, and Pooja Nansi, Singapore’s first youth poet ambassador. Apr 8
PARTY
There may be no beaches in sight at the parking lot behind The Projector, but local party organizers Owlfique has teamed up with our favorite Tinder date spot The Great Escape to throw a beach-themed party in the car park area of the bar. No sand or sea, but they promise a “buzzin’ good time”, great drink deals and prizes for best dressed, so come in your best bikinis and boardshorts (or Speedos, if that’s your thing). Apr 8
HEALTH
Urban Yogis is at it again with another pop-up yoga session, this time at the MBS Boardwalk. Join in the hour-long Hatha Yoga session and enjoy the backdrop of colors from the sunset amid Singapore’s beautiful skyline. Apr 8
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SHOPPING
If you’re on the hunt for a couple of new luggages for your travels this month, look no further than Tumi, a luxury American label known for its sturdy and beautiful range of luggage and collection of sleek bags, briefcases and small leather goods to match. They pay attention to small details, from the smallest, case-hardened solid steel machine screw to their exclusive abrasion-proof FXT ballistic nylon fabric, for all their products. UOB cardmembers will receive 10% off (minimum spend of $500) when you shop online and use the promo code “UOB10OFF”. Valid till May 15. Terms and conditions apply. More here.
FOOD
Besides getting a taste of Thailand’s food scene at the upcoming Artbox Singapore, you can also do so at the more sophisticated Thai restaurant Tamarind Hill as they’ll be transforming their historic colonial building into a street food market for one night, dishing out Thai dishes like Kanom Jin (Phetchaburi-style Thai laksa), Sago Sai Gai (chicken and peanut dumplings) and Sai Aue (grilled Chiang Mai Pork sausage). Apr 8
HEALTH
If yoga and pilates doesn’t cut it for you, have a go at this outdoor zumba class and sweat it out on the lush fields of Marina Bay for an hour of high energy, caloric-burning and muscle-pumping movements. Apr 8
MARKET
Singapore-based vintage furniture store Journey East is gathering seven retro vendors under one roof. You’ll get to purchase a wide range of vintage items like stationery and paper goods from The Paper Pan, old school decor and homewares from By My Old School and more. Apr 8-9
MARKET
Local bookstore BooksActually is organizing an art and design book market that will feature well-known local publishers like Math Paper Press and Epigram Books, alongside My Sweet Scarlett, a stationery and gift shop, and Green Banana, known for their tiny terrarium plants. Apr 8-9
Sunday, Apr 9
Mao Shan Wang durian designer cake
FOOD
Goodwood Park Hotel’s annual durian festival returns, unfrazzled by the suspension and food poisoning cases last year, with all-time favorites like durian puffs and crepes and and new creations like a designer cakes shaped after the fruit itself. Through Jul 31
MARKET
The secluded D’Kranji Farm Resort will be turned into a bustling market selling fresh farm produce such as fish and vegetables that’s harvested just before the day begins, diabetes-friendly cookies and a myriad of spices. There’ll also be a workshop that will teach people how to make their own homemade brews. Apr 9
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FOOD
Japanese restaurant Mojo Singapore, situated right smack in the heart of Telok Ayer, is the new F&B venture by MediaCorp actor Shane Pow and Sin Lee Food founder Sean Lim. Expect servings of protein bowls of meat like Norwegian salmon beef steak and shrimp served with your pick of carbs, and yakitori sticks like sea salt mid wings and diver scallop to go along with cocktails by night. UOB cardmembers will receive 10% off your total bill with a minimum spend of $50. Terms and conditions apply. More here.
MARKET
The Summerhouse, which prides itself on their use of ingredients from an edible garden, is hosting an Earth-themed market. From hammocks by Airmocks to soy candles Hush Candle, and fresh produce from Green Circle Eco Farm to Souley Green’s vegan cosmetics and perfumes, find them all here. Apr 9
EXHIBITION
Singapore photographers Liana Yang and Lavender Chang will be presenting Pet Me, Pet Me, Look at Me, Love Me—images exploring ideas regarding intimacy and longing, all inspired by written works. Along with the exhibition are workshops and conversations with other artists, held at The Arts House. Through Apr 12
EXHIBITION
Calling all Harry Potter fans—if you’re in withdrawal after reading Cursed Child and Fantastic Beasts, time to ooh and aah over some Harry Potter stamps, prop replicas, toys and other memorabilia from private collectors all around the world at the Singapore Philatelic Museum. Through Jun 25
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