Apart from my grandma’s cooking, I don’t remember the last time I audibly gasped for a dish. Well, I sure did at Sweet Garden Dining Cafe. This family-style cafe at Mountbatten was opened in 2016 by an ex-hotel chef, Barry Lok. But Barry isn’t any ordinary hotel chef. With a decade of expertise, he was a chef at several prominent 5-star hotels, including Singapore Marriott Hotel, Raffles Hotel, Four Seasons Hotel and Tanglin Club. Lok and his wife, Carmen took a leap of faith when they left their comfortable fixed jobs and established Sweet Garden Dining Cafe. The restaurant se ..read more

If you’re about to hop on the next flight out to Korea, save it! Instead, hop aboard the next train to Tanglin Mall as Market Blue has brought back the popular KK Market from 24 to 28 Apr 2024. Following the immense success of its previous iterations, the Korean pop-up festival has returned this year as “Seoulful Spring Market”. This exciting 5-day event will feature all-things Korean. Expect plenty of street food and local delicacies that’ll satisfy any K-food craving, as well as fashion and K-beauty products from more than 25 brands for you to shop till you drop. Tr ..read more

If you’re out and about in Paya Lebar, doing some shopping or running some errands, you might have spotted Ne Ne Neko at the plaza, just outside PLQ Mall. During the day, Ne Ne Neko operates as a cafe serving an assortment of food and coffee. Looking for something light? They have you covered with Japanese sandwiches like Ajitamago Sando (S$15) and Chicken Katsu Sando (S$17). On weekdays from 11am to 2.30pm, the Don Lunch Set includes free-flow miso soup, sencha, one side dish and fresh fruits— perfect for those looking for something substantial to give them fuel for the whole afternoon. Sele ..read more

There’s a beacon of hope for fans who are disheartened by Emart24’s sudden closure. Hear ye, this luminary comes in the form of Slurp Mee at Farrer Park. Touted as Singapore’s first DIY instant noodles cafe, Slurp Mee is a self-service noodle joint that follows a concept similar  to Koramie in Johor Bahru, Malaysia. Boasting over 70 noodle varieties from all over Asia, they also offer extra ingredients from S$0.80 and Korean pouch drinks to complete your fully customisable meal. Upon stepping through the doors of the trending instant noodles cafe, you will be immediately greeted wit ..read more

Toppen Shopping Centre, anchored by IKEA Tebrau, stands as a premier destination for leisure and retail therapy. Housing over 300 stores, it also introduces The Topp, a pioneering rooftop community hub, setting it apart as a distinctive destination. With 4 levels of retail and entertainment experiences, Toppen Shopping Centre also offers an abundance of dining options. The choices may seem overwhelming, but fear not! We’ve got you covered with the list of top 10 dining spots in Toppen Shopping Centre to help you navigate through your choices effortlessly. 1. Dookki (L3.06) Credit Originating f ..read more

Weekends are meant for us to relax and let our hair down after a long week of work or school. Need a reason to venture out of your home? Well, Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel gives you a deliciously compelling one with its luxurious Sunday Epicurean Brunch! Say goodbye to lazy Sundays and prepare yourself for a trifecta of culinary experiences. Yes, you heard it right. Instead of sticking to a single buffet venue, the Sunday Epicurean Brunch allows you to experience restaurant-hopping at not one, not two, but three different outlets! Adding to the excitement are 15 live stations, strategica ..read more

After a busy week at work, we all deserve a break and a cosy spot with delicious food is the perfect escape. With the abundance of cafes in JB, there’s always something new to uncover. Recently, we stumbled upon a hidden gem nestled in Austin Crest— Maan Maan Haang, and we couldn’t wait to share it with you. Credit | Credit Adding to its appeal, Maan Maan Haang is situated adjacent to 33 Noodle House but is devoid of any conspicuous signage. Occupying merely half of a shop lot, this dining spot might escape notice with a cursory glance. Its facade features a wooden door and quaint vintage deco ..read more

Ever find yourself gravitating towards PLQ Mall in Paya Lebar rather than City Plaza? Well, one of our readers had recommended Aunty Lily Kitchen, tucked away in the latter. Intrigued, I decided to see what the fuss was about. Venturing through numerous clothing and jewellery shops in the vintage-looking mall, I eventually located the food court at level 5. It felt like time stood still; nothing had changed since my last visit a couple of years back. Aunty Lily Kitchen, as the name suggests, is owned by 63-year-old Aunty Lily herself (pictured left) with the assistance of her sister-in-law ..read more

Floss buns are a common sight in bakeries all over Singapore, but have you ever had massive floss breads the size of a large plate? Hao Bang General Wholesales Trading is an old-school bakery in Yishun known for its enormous floss buns that could feed a whole family! Don’t be fooled by its industrial sounding name— Hao Bang General Wholesales Trading is indeed a bakery. The famous huge floss breads are displayed right outside the store, and come with an assortment of fillings, including ham, cheese, chicken bakkwa, tuna and egg. Depending on which fillings you pick, the giant floss breads cos ..read more

While we’re still basking in the excitement of KKV‘s debut outlet in Bukit Bintang, the team is already gearing up to venture into Penang. The new outlet is slated to open at Sunway Carnival Mall in June, so get ready for some shopping fun! Credit KKV, the leading brand under the KK Group umbrella, offers products tailored to various lifestyles. Established in 2019, it swiftly gained popularity as a key anchor store in China’s shopping centres. Expanding its reach, KKV opened its first international outlet in Bukit Bintang, KL earlier this year. Credit – KK Group Centred on lifestyle offerings ..read more