The word ‘Ahimsa’ in Hindi means non-violence and makes for an apt name for a cafe trying to convey the message of its plant-based food offerings. Ahimsa Sanctuary is a fully vegan cafe situated in Neil Road in Singapore. As you enter this spacious shophouse,  ..read more

Fancy a walk that evokes a dose of nostalgia? The restored Bukit Timah railway station along the Rail Corridor is a perfect relaxed hiking trail to traverse along with family and friends. There are lot of informative boards along the rail corridor about its history  ..read more

It’s not everyday that you get to see an Indian restaurant in the South Beach area of Singapore. Oozing Paris-style chic elegance right from the entrance, Bombay Brasserie is hard to miss if you are in this business enclave. Bombay Brasserie was founded in 1982  ..read more

Nestled along Zion Road, Martin’s Kitchen is a one-of-a-kind dining experience where dishes have a touch of locally inspired cuisine intertwining with European elegance. This brings forth a harmonious fusion of diverse culinary traditions set to highlight the various flavorful ingredients from these cultures. At its helm is Chef Wei Liang, who boasts of more than a decade of culinary experience and has striven to provide a unique gastronomic experience which is visible in the menu of Martin’s Kitchen. Miso Cauliflower at $15.90 Cauliflower usually makes for a wholesome centerpiece in a salad ..read more

Fi Woodfire Thai is one of the newer restaurants along the Robertson Quay stretch on Unity Street. As the name suggests, their concept focuses on adding a grilled and smokey effect to their Thai dishes. They also mix up some interesting cocktails to pair with the food. The ambiance is aesthetically done and lends itself to be a space for a catchup with friends. The menu has limited vegetarian options, and these dishes are not from the charcoal grill. Hence the smokey effect would not be pronounced in the vegetarian dishes. The menu is also different from other traditional Thai menus that we ar ..read more

It’s not everyday that you chance upon a pizza outlet at a hawker centre in Singapore! That’s My Pizza is a unique concept started by two friends, combining Asian and Italian flavours in their hand-stretched pizzas. This stall is located at Bukit Timah Food Centre, at a stone’s throw from Beauty World MRT. The area is well-ventilated and the aroma of fresh and hot pizzas makes this stall hard to miss! That’s my pizza counter at Bukit Timah For those who stay around the Bukit Timah area, they offer a pickup option where you can pre-order the pizzas with a set pickup time. I found this option to ..read more

Imagine an Italian symphony playing by the seaside with a charming view as the backdrop – and that’s Fico for you! Situated in East Coast Park in Singapore, the restaurant is spread across a sprawling space with white pathways, floral decor and has an ambiance that depicts a community vibe. Helmed by Chef Mirko Febrille, the cuisine goes back to his Pugliese roots, where sharing plates is a tradition. Fico entrance Fico has breezy exterior seating, and the cozy interior seating filled with tastefully sourced wooden furniture. Since I wanted to experience the Mediterranean feel, I opted for the ..read more

Nalan is a purely vegetarian restaurant in Singapore and has been in the food and beverage scene in Singapore for more than a decade. Featuring a delectable array of South Indian and North Indian cuisine, you can expect to embark on a flavorful journey. I visited their outlet in Capitol Piazza at City Hall recently and tried some of the newly launched items from their menu. For starters, we tried the Crispy Water Chestnut Fry dish. Made in the Indian-Chinese method, this dish had deep-fried water chestnuts with bell peppers coated in a sweet, spicy and tangy space with spring onions as garnish ..read more

Think of an aesthetically designed shophouse spread across two floors on Tras street, serving an ode to Burma’s culinary culture in Singapore and you will find Burma Social. This multi-cultural restaurant showcases a menu titled Feast of the Six Kingdoms which encompasses the Pan-Asian flavors of Burma, China, India, Thailand, Laos and Bangladesh. The extensive menu comprises wok and fried starters, dimsums, main courses, desserts and some interesting cocktails. Kang Kong Fritters at $18 Kangkong leaves are similar to watercress or spinach with tender shoots and edible stems. When fried in tem ..read more

La Veranda is a garden inspired brunch café nestled within House of AnLi, a furniture store in Tanglin Mall. The café is spacious and has a sun drenched setting in hues of green and gold. The ambiance is of a cozy, relaxed all-day dining space with tons of style. The menu consists of European food options ranging from breakfast classics like waffles, salads, sandwiches to burgers to a variety of beverages, and artisanal desserts. The menu is vegetarian-friendly with a considerable number of options. Trio Mozzarella Balls on Toasted Ciabatta at $24 We ordered the Trio Mozzarella Balls on Toaste ..read more