Maxwell Road Hawker Centre

RECOMMENDED FOOD STALLS:
1. Tian Tian Hainanese Chicken Rice (#01-10)

• Recommended dish: Hainanese chicken rice
• Price/pax: S$3 – S$5

2. Zhen Zhen Porridge (#01-54)

• Recommended dishes: Pork congee, pork intestine congee, slice fish congee, raw fish
• Price/pax: S$3 – S$6

3. China Street Fritters (#01-64)

• Recommended dishes: Deep fried prawn fritters, ngoh hiang (local sausages), fish cake
• Price/pax: S$3 – S$5

4. Marina South Delicious Food (#01-35)

• Recommended dish: Char kway teow
• Price/pax: S$3 – S$5

5. Hoe Kee Porridge (#01-45)

• Recommended dish: Cantonese-style congee
• Price/pax: S$3 – S$5

6. Guangdong Wan Ton Mee (#01-99)

• Recommended dishes: Dumplings noodles, dumplings soup, pork noodles
• Price/pax: S$3 – S$6

7. Special Shanghai Tim Sum (#01-92)

• Recommended dishes: Fried dumplings, steamed dumplings
• Price/pax: S$4 – S$8

8. Lau Pa Sat Bak Kut Teh (#01-48)

• Recommended dishes: Pork ribs soup, pork intestine soup
• Price/pax: S$4 – S$6

NOTES:

• It is very crowded during lunch hours on weekdays.
• There are a few stalls offering Indian and Halal food at this food court.
• The food court is at the corner of Maxwell Road and South Bridge Road.

GETTING THERE:

• Buses: 80, 145, NR5 (Walk 1 minute from bus stop B05269)
• Nearest MRT station: Tanjong Pagar MRT (Take Exit G, walk 6 minutes to Maxwell Road)

The Dining Room at Sheraton Towers Singapore

Image: The Dining Room

FOOD:
The Dining Room’s buffet spread is not as wide as others’; however, the quality of food makes up the space. The buffet is divided into some small sections:

• Cooked dishes: rump of lamb, roast chicken, rosemary potatoes, salmon in cream sauce, duck, chicken curry, fried rice and noodle, assorted bread, soups, stewed chicken, black pepper prawns, fried Hokkien noodles, lamb chop, duck kway teow, mutton curry, roasted prime rib of beef, pan-fried red snapper fillet, roasted five spices duck, risotto and asparagus.
• Cold dishes: oysters, crayfish, mussels, scallops, prawns, salmon and tuna sashimi, sushi and maki
• Salad bar: some greens and dressings are available
• Desserts: tiramisu, strawberry puff, chocolate lava cake, ice cream, cheng teng, mango pudding, chocolate fondue, waffles
• Fruits: mixed fruits of watermelon, orange, pineapple, strawberry, honey dew, rock melon, and mangosteen

MUST TRIES:

• Oysters
• Salmon sashimi
• Crabmeat fried rice
• Sheraton Towers laksa
• Roast beef
• Hokkien mee
• Braised duck
• Bread
• Dark chocolate gelato
• Green tea gelato
• Ginger gelato
• Chocolate lava cake
• Waffles

PRICES:

• Lunch buffet daily: S$52.00++ (adult) | S$26.00++ (child between 6 to 12yrs)
• Dinner buffet daily: $78.00++(adult) | $39.00++ (child between 6 to 12yrs)
  *Ladies enjoy 50% off dinner buffet on Wednesdays

Mansion Bay: A many-in-one club

Mansion Bay is located in between the iconic building, Esplanade, and the famous Makansutra where delectable food is located. It is divided into 3 concepts – Madison Lounge, M Bar and Mansion. The size of the whole place is of 15,000 square feet, has 2 levels and can hold approximately 1000 people.

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Old Airport Road Food Centre

RECOMMENDED FOOD STALLS:
1. Albert Street Prawn Noodles (#01-10)

• Recommended dishes: Prawn noodles, pork ribs noodles
• Opening hours: Daily 08:30 to 23:00
• Price/pax: S$4 – S$5

2. Lucky Char Kuey Tiao (#01-30)

• Recommended dish: Char kway teow
• Price/pax: S$3 – S$5

3. Lao Fu Zi Fried Kway Teow (#01-12)

• Recommended dish: Fried kway teow
• Opening hours: Mon to Fri 11:30 – 12:00; Sat & Sun: 10.30 – 12:00
• Price/pax: S$3

4. Nam Sing Hokkien Mee (#01-32)

• Recommended dish: Hokkien mee
• Opening hours: Daily 07:00 to 20:00
• Price/pax: S$3 – S$5

5. Xin Mei Xiang Lor Mee (#01-116)

• Recommended dish: Lor mee
• Opening hours: Daily 09:30 – 15:00 (Closed on Thu)
• Price/pax: S$4 – S$6

6. Freshly Made Chee Cheong Fun (#01-155)

• Recommended dish: Chee cheong fun
• Opening hours: Daily 07:00 – 21:00
• Price/pax: S$3 – S$4

7. Blanco Court Kway Chap (#01-135)

• Recommended dishes: Kway chap, pork intestines
• Opening hours: Tue to Sun 08:00 – 15:00 (Closed on Mon)
• Price/pax: S$4 – S$5

8. Katong Ah Soon Fried Oyster (#01-07)

• Recommended dish: Fried oyster
• Price/pax: S$4 – S$5

9. Holy Grill (#01-27)

• Recommended dishes: Western/American grilled food
• Opening hours: Mon to Sun 12:00 – 21:00 (Closed on Wed)
• Price/pax: S$7 – S$12

10. Toa Payoh Rojak (#01-16)

• Recommended dish: Rojak
• Opening hours: Daily 12:00 – 20:00 (Closed on Sundays)
• Price/pax: S$2 – S$3

11. Chuan Kee Satay (#01-85)

• Recommended dish: Satay
• Opening hours: Tue, Wed, Fri & Sat 18:30 – 23:00, Sun 01:00 – 23:00
• Prices: 40 – 50 cents per stick

12. Lao Ban Soya Beancurd (#01-127)

• Recommended dish: Soya beancurd
• Opening hours: Tue to Sat 11:30 – 20:00; Sun: 01:00 – 20:00
• Price/pax: S$2.90 – S$3.60

NOTE: There are only a few stalls offering Indian and vegetarian food at this food court.

GETTING THERE:

• Buses: 10, 16, 30, 30E, 31, 32, and 33 (Walk 2 minutes from bus stop B81171)
• Nearest MRT station: Dakota MRT (CC8) (Walk 3 minutes from Dakota MRT (CC8))

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MexOut Restaurant: New fast-casual eatery at Far East Square

Move over Piedra Negra and Señor Taco – Singapore’s Mex’perts are here! MexOut, the new fast-casual eatery at Far East Square, has elbowed its way in to that sweet spot between traditional fast food and waiter service, bringing quality, tasty and affordable Fresh-Mex cuisine to Singapore.

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10 Best Korean Restaurants in Singapore: BBQ, Bibimbap & Fried Chicken

We have had a constant love for Korean food since Hallyu hit our shores. It is true if you are now craving that meaty goodness wrapped in lettuce, a piping hot bibimbap bowl, some pieces of crispy-juicy fried chicken, or all of them.

It is ok to crave good food at all times. What to do now is to get your right fix at the right restaurants. Just allow those listed below to make a hit with you.

Jang Won Korean Restaurant

BANCHAN: Jang Won’s banchan menu is regularly rotated so you will have chances to taste different sets of banchan. Normally, there are 6 banchan served, which are complementary and refillable.

MUST-TRY DISHES:

• Kimchi chigae (kimchi soup)
• So galbi (short pork rib)
• Samgyeopsal (grilled pork belly)
• Korean ginseng chicken soup
• Kimchi pancake
• Rabokki

GETTING THERE:

• Buses: 51, 63, 124, 174, 174E, 186, 851, 961, 961# and 970 (Walk 2 mins from bus stop B05131)
• Nearest MRT station: Chinatown MRT (NE4) (Walk 1 min from Exit A)

POPULAR Bookstore

POPULAR MEMBER CARD: There are many privileges for POPULAR members like enjoying 10% off at all of its bookstores, 15% off Chinese books, 5% off school/tertiary textbooks, and 5% off at CD-RAMA stores.

Its adult member card is available at S$12.00 for 1 year and S$30.00 for 3 years while the student member card is at S$8.00 for 1 year and S$20.00 for 3 years.

STORE LOCATIONS:
@ Tiong Bahru Plaza
Address: 302 Tiong Bahru Road #03-20/30 Tiong Bahru Plaza, S168732
Phone: (65) 6375 3910
Email: poptbp@popularworld.com
Opening hours: Mon to Fri 11:00 – 21:00; Sat, Sun & PH 10:30 – 21:30

@ Bishan Junction 8
Address: 9 Bishan Place #04-02 Junction 8 Shopping Centre, S579837
Phone: (65) 6478 2500
Email: popj8@popularworld.com
Opening hours: Daily 10:30 – 22:00

@ Causeway Point
Address: 1 Woodlands Square #03-29/30 Causeway Point, S738099
Phone: (65) 6767 1250
Email: popcp@popularworld.com
Opening hours: Mon to Fri 11:00 – 21:30; Sat, Sun & PH 10:30 – 22:00

@ Compass Point
Address: 1 Seng Kang Square #03-13 Compass Point, S545078
Phone: (65) 6315 6700
Email: popsk@popularworld.com
Opening hours: Mon to Thu 11:00 – 21:30; Fri, Sat & PH:10:30 – 22:00; Sun 10:30 – 21:30

@ Heartland Mall
Address: Block 205 Hougang Street 21 Heartland Mall-Kovan #03-00, S530205
Phone: (65) 6287 1664
Email: pop2hg@popularworld.com
Opening hours: Mon to Fri 10:30 – 21:00; Sat, Sun & PH 10:00 – 21.30

@ Hougang Mall
Address: 90 Hougang Avenue 10 #03-15 Hougang Mall, Singapore 538766
Phone: (65) 6287 0830
Email: pophm@popularworld.com
Opening hours: Mon to Fri 11:00 – 21:30; Sat 10:30 – 22:00; Sun & PH 10:30 – 21:30

@ Jubilee Square
Address: 61 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 8 #02-07/12 Jubilee Square, Singapore 569814
Phone: (65) 6592 5712
Email: pop2jc@popularworld.com
Opening hours: Mon to Fri 11:00 – 21:00; Sat, Sun & PH 10:30 – 21:30

@ NEX 
Address: 23 Serangoon Central #04-59/60 NEX Mall, S556083
Phone: (65) 6514 6718
Email: popnex@popularworld.com
Opening hours: Mon to Sun & PH: 10:30 – 22:00

@ Northpoint
Address: 930 Yishun Avenue 2 #02-16/17/18 Northpoint Shopping Mall, S769098
Phone: (65) 6852 2100
Email: popnp@popularworld.com
Opening hours: Mon to Fri 11:00 – 21:30; Sat, Sun & PH 10:30 – 22:00

@ Sembawang Shopping Centre
Address: 604 Sembawang Road #02-14/15 Sembawang Shopping Centre, S758459
Phone: (65) 6465 1486
Email: popssc@popularworld.com
Opening hours: Mon to Fri 11:00 – 21:00; Sat, Sun & PH 10:30 – 21:30

@ Thomson NTUC
Address: 301 Upper Thomson Road #01-01 Thomson Plaza, S574408
Phone: (65) 6459 6167
Email: poptn@popularworld.com
Opening hours: Mon to Fri & Sun 10:30 – 21:30; Sat & PH 10:00 – 21:30

@ Toa Payoh HDB Hub
Address: 530 Toa Payoh Lor 6 #02-01, S310530
Phone: (65) 6358 1709
Email: pop2tp@popularworld.com
Opening hours: Mon to Fri 10:30 – 21:00; Sat, Sun & PH 10:00 – 21:30

@ United Square
Address: 101 Thomson Road #02-22/25 United Square, S307591
Phone: (65) 6478 2318
Email: popus@popularworld.com
Opening hours: Mon to Fri 11:00 – 21:00; Sat, Sun & PH 10:30 – 21:30

@ Bedok Mall
Address: 311 New Upper Changi Road #B2-02/35/36 Bedok Mall, S467360
Phone: (65) 6702 5011
Email: popbdm@popularworld.com
Opening hours: Daily 10:30 – 22:00

@ Marine Parade Central
Address: Block 86 Marine Parade Central #02-101/102, S440086
Phone: (65) 6344 9884
Email: popmp@popularworld.com
Opening hours: Mon to Fri 11:00 – 21:00; Sat, Sun & PH 10:00 – 21:30

@ One KM
Address: 11 Tanjong Katong Road #03-30 One KM, S437157
Phone: (65) 6702 2518
Email: popokm@popularworld.com
Opening hours: Mon to Fri & Sun 11:00 – 21:00; Sat & PH 10:30 – 21:30

@ Singapore Post Centre (Closed)
Address: 10 Eunos Road 8 #B2-07 Singapore Post Centre, S 408600
Phone: (65) 6846 3690
Email: popsp@popularworld.com
Opening hours: Mon to Fri 11:00 – 21:00; Sat, Sun & PH 10:30 – 21:30

@ Tampines Mall
Address: 4 Tampines Central 5 #03-17 Tampines Mall, S529510
Phone: (65) 6788 7091
Email: poptml@popularworld.com
Opening hours: Mon to Thu 11:00 – 21:30; Fri, Sat & PH 10:30 – 22: 00; Sun 10:30 – 21:30

@ Bukit Panjang Plaza
Address: 1 Jelebu Road Bukit Panjang Plaza #03-01, S677743
Phone: (65) 6765 9040
Email: popbp@popularworld.com
Opening hours: Mon to Fri 11:00 – 21:30; Sat, Sun & PH 10:30 – 21:30

@ Bukit Timah Plaza
Address: 1 Jalan Anak Bukit #01-16 Bukit Timah Plaza, S588996
Phone: (65) 6468 2663
Email: popbt@popularworld.com
Opening hours: Mon to Fri 11:00 – 21:00; Sat, Sun & PH 10:30 – 21:30

@ Clementi Mall
Address: 3155 Commonwealth Avenue West #05-01 to 05 The Clementi Mall, S129588
Phone: (65) 6514 6710
Email: popcle@popularworld.com
Opening hours: Daily 10:00 – 22:00

@ IMM Building
Address: 2 Jurong East Street 21 #02-37 IMM Building, S609601
Phone: (65) 6514 6744
Email: pop2im@popularworld.com
Opening hours: Mon – Fri 11:00 – 21:30; Sat, Sun & PH 10:30 – 22:00

@ Jurong Point
Address: 1 Jurong West Central 2 #B1-41 Jurong Point Shopping Centre, S648886
Phone: (65) 6793 5280
Email: popjp@popularworld.com
Opening hours: Daily 10:00 – 22:00

@ Lot One
Address: 21 Choa Chu Kang Avenue 4 #03-13/14 Lot One, S689812
Phone: (65) 6765 9160
Email: pop2l1@popularworld.com
Opening hours: Mon to Fri 11:00 – 21:30; Sat, Sun & PH 10:30 – 22:00

@ Westgate
Address: 3 Gateway Drive #04-26/27, S608532
Phone: (65) 6375 4836
Email: popwgt@popularworld.com
Opening hours: Mon to Fri 11:00 – 21:30; Sat, Sun & PH 10:30 – 21:30

@ West Coast Plaza
Address: 154 West Coast Road #01-68 West Coast Plaza, S127371
Phone: (65) 6514 6626
Email: popwp@popularworld.com
Opening hours: Mon to Fri 11: 00 – 21:00; Sat, Sun & PH 10:30 – 21:30

Times Bookstores

TIMES PRIVILEGE CARD: Times members enjoy 10% off all full-priced books and stationery products, 5% off magazines, and 20% off birthday voucher. Membership costs S$15 for 2-years.

SERVICE: Times Bookstores staff is professional and helpful.

TIMES BOOKSTORE LOCATIONS:
@ Centrepoint
Address: 176 Orchard Road, #04-08/09/10/11, S238843
Phone: (65) 6734 9022
Opening hours: Daily 10:30 – 21:30

@ JCube (Closed)
Address: 2 Jurong East Central 1, #03-04, S609731
Phone: (65) 6684 4150
Opening hours: Daily 10:00 – 22:00

@ Jelita
Address: 293 Holland Road, #02-16/17 Cold Storage Jelita, S278628
Phone: (65) 6466 5702
Opening hours: Daily 09:30 – 21:00

@ Paragon
Address: 290 Orchard Road, Paragon #04-41, S238859
Phone: (65) 6836 6182
Opening hours: Daily 10:00 – 21:30

@ Plaza Singapura
Address: 68 Orchard Road, #04-05, S238839
Phone: (65) 63368861
Opening hours: Daily 10:00 – 22:00

@ Tampines 1
Address: 10 Tampines Central 1, #03-06
Singapore 529536
Phone: (65) 6782 7017
Opening hours: Daily 10:00 – 22:00

TIMES TRAVEL LOCATIONS
@ Terminal 1, Changi Airport
Address: Departure Transit Lounge, after immigration
Phone: (65) 6546 3720
Opening hours: 24/7

@ Terminal 2, Changi Airport
Address: Departure Transit Lounge (level 2), after immigration
Opening hours: Daily 06:00 to 01:00

@ Terminal 2, Changi Airport
Address: Departure Check-in Hall, public area
Phone: (65) 6542 2955
Opening hours: Daily 07:00 to 23:00

@ Terminal 3, Changi Airport
Address: Departure Transit Lounge, after immigration
Phone: (65) 6242 8211
Opening hours: 24/7

@ Terminal 3, Changi Airport
Address: Departure Check-in Hall (North), public area
Phone: (65) 6214 0098
Opening hours: Daily 07:00 to 23:00

Kinokuniya Bookstore

KINOKUNIYA PRIVILEGE CARD: Kinokuniya members enjoy benefits like buying books at 10% off retail prices and selected products at special discounted prices, attending member sales events organized periodically by Kinokuniya and its partners. Membership cost is S$21.40 for 1-year, S$38.50 for 2-years, and S$55.60 for 3-years.

SERVICE: Kinokuniya staff is efficient and friendly.

STORE LOCATIONS:
@ Ngee Ann City
Address: 391 Orchard Road, #04-20/20B/20C Ngee Ann City, Takashimaya Shopping Centre
Phone: (65) 6737 5021
Opening hours: Sun to Fri 10:00 to 21:30; Sat 10:00 to 22:00

@ Liang Court
Address: 177 River Valley Road, #03-50 Liang Court, S179036
Phone: (65) 6337 1300
Opening hours: Mon to Thu 11:00 to 20.30; Fri, Sat, Sun & Public Holiday 10.30 to 21.30

@ Bugis Junction
Address: 200 Victoria Street, #03-09 Bugis Junction S188021
Phone: (65) 6339 1790
Opening hours: Daily 10:30 to 22:00

@ JEM
Address: 50 Jurong Gateway Road, #04-23 JEM (Jurong East) S608549
Phone: (65) 6430 0868
Opening hours: Sun to Fri 10:00 to 21:30; Sat 10:00 to 22:00

Hill Street Char Kway Teow

HILL STREET CHAR KWAY TEOW’S INGREDIENTS: Kway teow (flat rice & egg noodles), cockles, lup cheong (Chinese sausage), eggs, bean sprouts, Chinese chives, black soya sauce, and crispy pork lard.

USING OF LARD: Yes

FOOD PORTION: There are usually two portion sizes on offer, priced at S$3.00 and S$4.00 but still possible for big eaters to order a five-dollar plate.

GETTING THERE:

• Buses: 12, 38, and 229 (Walk 1 min from bus stop B84119)
• Nearest MRT station: Bedok MRT (EW5) (Walk 12 mins from Exit B)

Meng Kee Char Kway Teow

MENG KEE CHAR KWAY TEOW’S INGREDIENTS: Kway teow (flat rice & egg noodles), cockles, egg, lap cheong (Chinese sausages), caixin, garlic, and dark soy sauce.

USING OF LARD: Yes

PORTION SIZES: Small (S$3), medium (S$4), and large (S$5)

GETTING THERE:

• Buses: 5, 16, 33, 63, 123, 195, 851, and NR5 (Walk 4 mins from bus stop B10151)
• Nearest MRT station: Tiong Bahru MRT (EW17) (Walk 5 mins from Exit B)

No. 18 Fried Kway Teow

NO. 18 FRIED KWAY TEOW’S INGREDIENTS: Kway teow (flat rice & egg noodles), cockles, slices of fish cake, lup cheong (Chinese sausage), egg, bean sprouts, Chinese chives, and black sauce.

USING OF LARD: For those who like to have the little pieces of crispy pork in Fried Kway Teow, No. 18 is the right place.

PORTION SIZES: The dish comes in three sizes, small (S$3), medium (S$4), and large (S$5). With a generous amount given, a small plate is just right for a medium eater.

GETTING THERE:

• Buses: 1N, 2N, 3N, 4N, 5, 5N, 6N, 16, 75, 175, 195, 970 and NR5 (Walk 2 mins from bus stop B06131)
• Nearest MRT station: Tiong Bahru MRT (EW17) (Walk 12 mins from Exit B)

The 5 Most Romantic Restaurants in Singapore

What types of romantic venues are you looking for? Want a sunset backdrop to enjoy foods at alfresco area? A luscious surrounding with a gentle waterfall to indulge in a serene ambience? Or a rooftop venue overlooking a panoramic and breathtaking view of the twinkling city to feel your love dancing with the building lights?

Follow our article to get inspired with the most romantic restaurants in Singapore. Those restaurants offer you not only the love-exuding venues but also top quality foods and brilliant services.

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• Hungary
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• Indonesia
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• Malaysia
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5 Best Places to Buy Cheap Souvenirs in Singapore

Want to bring something Singaporean to family and friends at home, but do not have ample time and budget for this?

If so, head yourself to Singapore’s popular budget shopping places like Mustafa Centre, Lucky Plaza, Peninsula Plaza, Bugis Street, and Chinatown to be inspired by numerous types of souvenirs there and to complete the shopping trip within a couple of hours.

Each of the above-mentioned budget shopping centers is home to plenty of wallet-friendly souvenir shops, which offer travelers various types of gifts with the most updated designs and items at wholesale prices.

At most souvenir shops, prices are negotiable. Normally, the prices stated by the shopkeepers are already good. But you still can bargain to get better deals.

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Kko Kko Nara Korean Restaurant

FRIED CHICKEN FLAVORS: There are four different flavors on offer: original, soy garlic sauce, sweet & spicy, and hot & spicy. A combo set is a wise choice for those who want to have a mixed plate of all four flavors.

MUST-TRIES:

• Korean Fried Chicken
• Kimchi chigae
• Spicy Korean Ramen

NOTES:

• Reservations are advised for large groups or at dinner time.
• Less cost if you have Kko Kko Nara’s dishes at lunchtime as dinners with at least $5 plus per dish are differently priced
• Side dishes are non-refillable.
• Some main dishes like Bibimbap, Bulgogi are not available at night.

GETTING THERE:

• Buses: 80 and 145 (Walk 2 mins from bus stop B05421)
• Nearest MRT station: Tanjong Pagar MRT (EW15) (Walk 3 mins from Exit A)

Togi Korean Restaurant (Closed)

BANCHAN: Togi offers six banchan which normally are kimchi, spicy potato, anchovies, green vegetable, pickled cucumber and fishcake. These side dishes are complimentary and refillable.

MUST-TRY DISHES

• Seafood pancake
• Grilled pork belly
• Chapchae
• Bulgogi
• Kimchi jjigae
• Ginseng chicken soup
• Sundubujjigae
• Dok bugi

ATMOSPHERE: The little Togi restaurant is always packed by Korean food lovers. Its cramped space inside and a long queue outside may put you in a hurry mood. However, the food quality will compensate this. In its bright and simple decorated dining room, Kpop music will add a touch of Korean to your meal.

AVERAGE PRICE/PAX: S$20

NOTE: There is no reservation at Togi restaurant. So, you either come early (around 18:00) before a queue forms or come at your preferred time then write down your name, group size, and contact on the waiting list in front of the restaurant and spend your time somewhere else for a while.

Big Mama Korean Food

BANCHAN: There are six complimentary and refillable side dishes served at Big Mama (kimchi, spinach, crunchy lotus roots, japchae, water-chestnut cake, and ikan bilis). While all the banchan are pretty good, the standout is the kimchi.

MUST-TRY DISHES:

• Dakgalbi (S$15/pax, min 2 pax)
• Suyuk ($25/$40)
• Seafood pancake (S$15)
• Grilled mackerel (S$18)
• Mandoo ramyeon (S$10)

AMBIENCE: Big Mama has a very simple interior with pictures of signature dishes pasted on the walls to inspire diners with their tantalizing colors. With the presence of Korean diners, Korean TV shows from a screen on a corner, and warm service, you will feel like dining in a cozy house of a Korean friend.

LOCATION: This small casual Korean eatery is located on Kim Tian road which is walkable from Tiong Bahru MRT.

NOTES:

• Reservation should be made 2 days in advance.
• Only service charge applies, no GST

7 Best Ramen in Singapore (2025) for a Good Slurp up

Ramen, a beloved Japanese dish, is highly sought after by people of all ages and during all seasons in Singapore. The multitude of ramen shops sprouting up around the city is a testament to its popularity.

In Japan, there is a typical version of ramen for every region, and similarly, in Singapore, there are various variations of ramen available.

In this article, we recommend the 7 best ramen restaurants [updated 2025] for diners to savor the delicious and unique ramen variations.

Ramen Santouka at The Central

SOUP BASES: There are four flavours of soup bases for you to match with your favorite noodles and toppings: shio (salt), shoyu (soya), miso (bean paste) and kara-miso (hot bean paste). Among them, shio is the one that has won fame for Santouka. This tonkotsu based soup is made from black pig bones with addition of seafood so it has a milky look, a slightly thick texture and a sweet-and-salty taste.

PORTIONS: Santouka ramen comes in two sizes: small (S$17) and medium (S$18.50)

MUST TRIES

• Pork cheek ramen
• Onsen egg
• Pork gyoza
• Special pork cheek ramen set

ATMOSPHERE: Santouka at The Central Mall is a small-size restaurant with minimalist decoration. The seating area is quite cramped, but diners will be taken beyond where they are through a panoramic view overlooking splendid Clarke Quay through ceiling-floor glass windows. The light wooden hue of the interior makes it a cozy place for the best ramen.

NOTES

• Be prepared to queue during peak meal hours
• The onsen egg is not included, each one costs S$1.50.
• There are only around 25 seats at Santouka at The Central Mall, so you can choose to have meal at their second outlet at Cuppage Terrace to avoid queuing.

ALL RAMEN SANTOUKA’S LOCATIONS
@ The Central
Address: 6 Eu Tong Sen Street, #02-76 The Central, S059817
Tel: (65) 6224 0668

@ Cuppage Terrace
Address: 21 Cuppage Road, Cuppage Terrace, Singapore 229452
Tel: (65) 6235 1059

Keisuke Tonkotsu King @ Orchid Hotel

SOUP BASES: There are three flavors for you to choose from: original (usual tonkotsu broth), black spicy (tonkotsu broth with black garlic oil), and red spicy (tonkotsu broth with red chili oil).

RAMEN PRICES:

• Basic tonkotsu ramen: S$10.90
• Black spicy: S$11.90
• Red spicy S$11.90

TOPPING PRICES:

• Seaweed: S$1
• Flavored egg: S$2
• All toppings: S$5

PRE-ORDER: It is easy to personalize and place an order by filling up an order form while queuing to save your time after getting seated.

NOTES:

• There are only about 20 seats at Keisuke at Orchid Hotel so be prepared to wait.
• Free barley drinks are provided during waiting time.

GETTING THERE:

• Buses: 80 and 145 (Walk 1 min from bus stop B05429)
• Nearest MRT station: Tanjong Pagar MRT (EW15) (Walk 2 mins from Exit A)

Ayam Penyet Ria Indonesian Restaurant

MENU
Ayam Penyet Ria has a simple picture menu with around 30 dishes on offer. Half of its menu focuses on “penyet” food while the rest is where Indonesian staples such as Oxtail Soup, Gado Gado and Prawn Crackers are listed.

ORDERING
A picture menu and an order slip will be given to each table for diners to have a picture of what are on offer and to place order easily. Prepayment should be made at the cashier counter.

LOOK & FEEL
Ayam Penyet Ria’s outlets are bright and clean. There is not much atmosphere there, but it is cozy enough for diners to enjoy some of the best dishes from Indonesia.

BRANCHES
Ayam Penyet Ria @ Lucky Plaza #01-45
Lucky Plaza, 304 Orchard Road, S238863
Tel: (65) 62356390
Open daily 11:00 – 22:00

Ayam Penyet Ria @ Lucky Plaza #04-25
Lucky Plaza, 304 Orchard Road, S238863
Tel: (65) 62356390
Open daily 12:00 – 21:00

Ayam Penyet Ria @ Far East Plaza
#05-22, Far East Plaza, 14 Scotts Road
Tel: (65) 67334336
Open daily 11:30 – 22:00

Ayam Penyet Ria @ Jurong Point
#B1-06 1 Jurong West Central 2, Singapore 648886
Tel: (65) 6794 3015
Open daily 11:30 -21:00

Ayam Penyet Ria @ Bedok Mall
311 New Up Changi Rd #01-71/72 Bedok Mall S467360
Tel: 6441 0025
Open daily 11:30 – 22:00

Ayam Penyet Ria @ Compass One
1 Sengkang Square, #01-34 Compass One, Singapore 545078
Tel: (65) 6386 4748
Open daily 11:30 – 22:00

Djanoer Koening Indonesian Restaurant

Ambience
–    Authentic Javanese dining ambience as an Indonesia’s rumah makans (“eating houses”)with kitschy and authentic décor from the batik on the wooden tables to the dish shots slapped in the glass facade and the mismatched shades of wood
–    On the purple walls, there are some special printed banners reminding the culture of Jogjakarta, the city from which most of Djanoer Koening’s food originates. One each batik cloth-covered table, there are some little baskets of Indonesian snacks (at Singapore prices) and a colorful display by canned drinks in a see-through chiller

Quality of the food
–    Their policy is healthy and no-MSG
–    Djanoer Koening serves quality and authenticity home-style Indonesian cuisine, specialize in food from East and Central Java with original recipes by Chef Suharmi so their fried chicken is from Kalasan, and the soup recipe comes from Betawi
–    Only the finest ingredients, herbs & spices are used to create the perfect blend for the greatest Javanese cuisine

Must try
Specials
–    Bakso urat – beef ball soup in a fragrant bone-boiled broth
–    Oseng-oseng mercon – spicy stir-fried beef with a sharp bite coming from petai (stinky beans)
–    Perkedel kentang  – potato and chicken cutlet dipped in egg and then shallow-fried
–    Nasi Gudeg Jogj – a Jogjakarta special of rice with stir-fried jackfruit, chicken cooked in coconut milk, egg soaked in jackfruit juice and other unusual dishes (Available Friday-Sunday only)
–    Ayam Bakar Kalasan – Kalasan fried chicken
–    Soto Ayam Magetan – Magetan chicken soto soup
–    Mie Ayam Pangsit – Chicken noodle with wanton
–    Sate Ayam Madura – Madura chicken satay

Others
–    Bakso urat soup
–    Soto Ayam Magetan – chicken soup with rice
–    Stone-cooked quarter of grilled duck accompanying thin sweet sauce, enhanced with kaffir lime leaves and chili

Desserts
Fresh desserts

Drinks
–    Es teler – coconut milk-based and filled with coconut strips, medium-ripened avocado chunks, the jelly-like nata de coco and jackfruit (when available)
–    Es doger – coconut milk-based and filled with palm seeds, rose syrup and fermented tapioca
–    Milky avocado juice

Notes
–    Javanese food is sweeter than Indonesian food, they use quite a lot of kecap manis in the food
–    The curry is not served at Djanoer Koening
–    They also offer the party-sized cone-shaped Nasi kuning (S$250-$425 for 20-50 people) – cone shaped yellow rice surrounded by different dishes like fried chicken and rendang, but it is only available for catering orders of at least 20 people and you have to order in advance

Prices of main dishes: S$6 – $9.50

How to get there
Bus lines: 33 (Walking 2 mins from bus stop B82151)
Nearest MRT station: Eunos MRT (EW7) (Walking 13 mins from Exit A to here)

Tambuah Mas @ Paragon

MENU: Tambuah Mas’s menu is of decent size, covering 10 food categories, including salads, soups, satay, chicken, beef, seafood, vegetables, rice, desserts, and drinks. All of the dishes are of high quality and well-presented. Set menus for large groups are also available.

RECOMMENDED DISHES

• Tahu Telor (fried beancurd and eggs)
• Rendang Lembu (beef rendang)
• Ikan Pedas (grilled seabass in banana leaves)
• Kepala Ikan Istimewa (fish head simmered in spicy-sweet-sour asam sauce)
• Sop Buntut (spicy ox-tail soup)
• Udang Belado (fried succulent prawns in chilli gravy)
• Gado Gado (mixed vegetables with tofu, crackers and spicy peanut dressing)
• Kangkong Belacan (stir-fried water spinach with chilli shrimp paste)
• Sayur Lodeh (cabbage, long beans & beancurd in spicy coconut milk)
• Es Chendol Kacang (green bean jelly & red kidney beans in coconut milk)
• Air Seri (homemade lemongrass drink)
• Young coconut

PRICES:

• Satay: S$10.50
• Vegetables: S$5.50 – S$14.50
• Chicken: S$8.50 – S$15.50
• Beef: S$8.50 – S$11.50
• Rice and Noodles: S$10.00 – S$17.00
• Salads: S$5.50 – S$7.00
• Soups: S$6.50 – S$14.50
• Seafood: S$20.00 – S$37.00

NOTES:

• Reservations are highly recommended.
• It is possible to place an order while waiting in the queue to reduce waiting time after being seated.

Cumi Bali Indonesian Restaurant

MENU: Cumi Bali Indonesian Restaurant offers a decent-sized menu with all dishes freshly prepared after the order is placed. Food portions are generous and suitable for sharing.

PRICES:

• Meats: S$18 – S$28
• Vegetables: S$6 – S$20
• Soups: S$16 – S$28
• Fried dishes: S$5 – S$36

LOOK & FEEL: Cumi Bali Indonesian Restaurant is a small, casual restaurant located in a shophouse along Tanjong Pagar. Ground-level seating is quite limited, while there is more space upstairs. The restaurant features a simple and basic interior with plastic-covered tables.

GETTING THERE:

• Buses: Bus 80 and 145 (Walk 1 min from bus stop B05271)
• Nearest MRT station: Tanjong Pagar MRT (EW15) (Walk 5 mins from Exit A)

Gunther’s Modern French Cuisine

LOOK & FEEL: Nestled in a shophouse along a small street, Gunther’s has a tasteful and elegant setting. The dark earth tones make the place calm for a relaxing dining experience. The restaurant can accommodate up to 43 guests with 25 in the main dining room and 18 in its two private rooms.

MENU: Gunther’s menu presents French cuisine with modern cooking methods, leaving dishes light and innovative.

The a la carte menu consists of

• Light Bites: S$25 – S$48
• Oscietra Caviar Specials: S$25 – S$490
• Timeless Collection: S$25 – S$188
• Savoury & Sweet Collection: S$8 – S$40

The degustation menus come in

• 4 Courses at $195 per person (Wine Accompaniment at $95)
• 6 Courses at $295 per person (Wine Accompaniment at $135)
• 9 Courses at $375 per person (Wine Accompaniment at $175)

MUST-TRIES:

• Carpaccio of Wagyu beef, Tartare style, crispy potato
• Roast smoked foie gras, mousseline of green apple
• Cold angel hair pasta, Oscietra caviar
• Grilled US tenderloin, bone marrow, bordelaise sauce
• Whole roasted Maine lobster “thermidor”
• Fine apple tart “a la dragees”, Havana rum raisin ice-cream

5 Best Yoga Studios in Singapore [2025 Guide]

Looking to feel healthier, stronger, more youthful, and energized? Or maybe you’re aiming to improve flexibility, relieve stress, sharpen focus, or sleep better? Yoga offers a holistic approach that nurtures both body and mind, making it the perfect practice for enhancing your overall well-being.

From building physical strength and flexibility to fostering inner peace, yoga is a transformative practice that delivers results both on and off the mat. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced yogi, it can help you find balance, boost energy, and promote mental clarity.

If you’re in Singapore, you’re in luck! The city offers some fantastic yoga studios to support your journey. Here are 5 best yoga studios [2025 review] to start transforming into the best version of yourself.

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