Top Jalan Basar Cafes – Best City Fringe Cafes In Singapore
The name Jalan Besar which means ‘big or wide road’ in Malay only came about in the 1880s. Interesting (but we are not sure why), many of the street names in Jalan Besar bear the names of World War I British generals and admirals as well as two generals namely, French, Maude, Jellicoe, Tyrwhitt, Foch, Sturdee, Beatty and Petain. The names of battle places such as Flanders, Somme and Verdon are also reflected. […]
The Fabulous Baker Boy At Fort Canning Has Gotten Less Hot
After a lovely night at Novotel Clarke Quay, I figured the best way to end off a wonderful staycation would be a satisfying brunch at The Fabulous Baker Boy Cafe that’s right across the road. Not known to many of the younger Singaporeans, the foothills of Fort Canning Park used to be the former River Valley Swimming […]
Top Cafes in Buona Vista – Best Cafes in Southern Singapore
Known for its hilly and winding roads through Kent Ridge area, Buona Vista (‘Good Sight’ in Italian) was named for the good view it offers. Today, the area is famed for its educational institutions and facilities as well as high-tech research industries that has called home in its lush green environment. Numerous cafes have sprung […]
Top Cafes In Bedok & Changi – Best Cafes in Eastern Singapore
Bedok and Changi are linked by some of Singapore’s most scenic parks and connectors. From a former sand quarry to a beautiful reservoir park, Bedok Reservoir Park enjoys popularity with joggers and water sports enthusiasts. Similarly, the pockets of greens at Changi provided idyllic charm and opportunities to pop up cafes for folks to chill and relax. Here’s […]
Top Cafes In Katong & East Coast – Best in Eastern Singapore
Katong’s heritage is steeped in prestige and wealth from the English, Portuguese, Anglo-French and Chinese settlers of the 19th to the mid-20th century. This charming residential enclave in the eastern part of Singapore was once filled with villas and mansions of the wealthy elites along its coast line. Today, Katong has lost most of its European legacy […]
Top Bukit Timah Cafes – Best Prime District Cafes Singapore
Bukit Timah, which literally means “tin hill” in Malay is located near the central part of Singapore. Historically, this lush forested area witnessed the last defensive stand against the invading Japanese army during World War II. Today, Bukit Timah has transformed to become a prime residential area dotted with condominiums, colonial and modern bungalows. To […]
Starbucks Cafe With A Nostalgic Bing Sutt Twist In Hong Kong
There are many Starbucks branches in Hong Kong (and everywhere else in the world for that matter). But did you know that they have a Bing Sutt (冰室) themed branch in Hong Kong? Bing Sutt is a type of traditional coffee house in Hong Kong where in the old days people could get coffee, tea […]
Top Hougang & Serangoon Cafes – Best Heartland Cafes Singapore
The name Hougang comes from the Hokkien and Teochew word Au-Kang, which refers to the ‘river end’, since it is located upstream or at the back of Sungei Serangoon. Nestled next door, the quaint residential area of Serangoon belies a rich history dating back to the early 19th century. Tamil Muslim traders from India pioneered the […]
Top Cafes In Bugis – Best Cafes In Central Eastern Singapore
Bugis was commonly referred to in the past by the Chinese-educated community as Xiao Po (小坡) aka little slope. The whole vicinity was thriving and crammed with merchants and traders, making it one of the most vibrant economic zones of old Singapore. Today, Bugis has become a popular shopping area serviced by SG MRT Map […]
Top City Hall & Jalan Basar Cafes – Best Downtown Cafes in Singapore
There is never a lack of cozy coffee joints in Singapore. City Hall & Jalan Basar make up the historical part of Singapore’s downtown core with theSupreme Court of Singapore and The City Hall, a national monument gazetted on 14 February 1992. Today, this part of downtown has become part of Singapore Central Business District. If you happen […]
#CafeHopping in Korea – 6 Cafes You Must Not Miss In Seoul
Let’s expand our café hopping culture all the way to Korea! Have you seen real sheeps in the cafe before? Been to a café where your favourite Korean artistes been to? Japanese San-X themed cafe? A cafe that you can bring your pets to or play with other pets? The transportation system in Seoul makes […]
Top Cafes In River Valley – Best River Valley Cafes In Singapore
Singaporeans adore lazy afternoon chilling out at cafes with their friends, family members and lovers. To cater to this need, cafes are popping up like mushrooms all over our Little Red Dot! If you happen to be hanging out around Central Singapore, we have got your caffeine cravings covered with our list of some of […]