The dining scene along Upper Thomson Road is buzzing with life, with a myriad of old and new restaurants coexisting along the long food stretch. Some of these places have been around for decades while others are only a few months old.
From the famous 24-hours Meng’s Kitchen to Pacamara Boutique Coffee Roasters, we present to you the guide to top eateries, cafes and restaurants in Upper Thomson.
We have always been a fan of snow ice. This popular Taiwanese dessert – made of ribbons of flavoured ice topped with fresh fruits – is an indulgence, and a much-needed treat to combat Singapore’s weather.
Snow Colors Dessert & Bar – a simple, no-frills dessert shop located at the ground floor of Katong Plaza, just directly opposite the famous 328 Katong laksa – has brought this popular dessert to the next level by combining it with waffles. Brilliant move, we’d say.
A glorious mountain of snow ice piled atop piping hot and crispy waffle – It is like having the best of both worlds! We are surprised that no one had thought of this combination earlier. The other options include Waffles with butter and maple syrup (S$4), Waffles with fruits (S$7.50), and Waffles with snow ice & fruits (S$8.50). Go for the full works; it is satisfying as it is pretty. And the best part? No exorbitant price tags.
Waffles aside, Snow Colors offers quite an array of snow ice desserts (S$6) – from everyone’s favourite mango shaved ice, to the popular D24 durian snow ice with durian puree, Japanese matcha snow ice paired with red beans, and Chendol snow ice topped with candied red beans, green jelly and doused in gula melaka sauce.
The folks at Snow Colors are constantly testing new flavours in the kitchen, so we are looking forward to more interesting and creative creations from them. Snow Colors shares the same premise as Baba Peranakan, an eatery which dishes out earnest and affordable homecooked Peranakan cuisine. If you are in the Katong and Joo Chiat area, you must drop by for Peranakan food and cool down with an icy treat.
‘Like’ Snow Colors Dessert & Bar on facebook, flash your phone to show that you have liked the page and enjoy 20% off on snow ice & waffles.
SNOW COLORS’ S$400 CAPITAL MALL CASH VOUCHERS GIVEAWAY
1. Snow Colors is giving away 4 X S$100 Capital Mall vouchers.
2. Leave a comment in this post and tell us which dessert you want to try at Snow Colors.
3. ‘Like’ Snow Colors Dessert & Bar on facebook.
4. Share the link to this post on your facebook timeline.
5. The contest starts from now till 23 June 2014, 2359 hrs.
6. Winners will be notified by email.
Updated on 24 June: The four winners are Wan Xia, Vivien, Quenmantha and Joel.
Snow Colors Dessert Bar
#B1-K3 Katong Plaza
1 Brooke Road
Tue to Sun: 9am – 9pm
Nearest Station: Paya Lebar/Eunos
This post is brought to you by Snow Colors.
When I first found out I was accepted into a university in Brisbane, Australia in 2010, I was resistant to the idea. For several reasons, too: It was unfamiliar territory, I was going to be away from home for an extended time (a first) and I knew no one there. But eventually, I had a great experience during my stay, and I don’t regret a thing. Yes, it may sound scary being away from familiar surroundings, it’s something I feel everyone should try, at least once.
Here’s why you should experience living abroad:
When it comes to picking a gift for your partner to celebrate a special occasion, you can always trust Reebonz – one of the largest online luxury shopping sites – to have the best deals.
The Great Singapore Sale has just started recently, and Reebonz is having its Great Reebonz Sale, which is just as enticing, if not even better! The Great Reebonz Sale is happening at Reebonz SPACE (24 Raffles Place, Clifford Centre #07-07) on 12 & 13 June (12pm – 8pm), and 14 June (11am – 6pm). Yes, we know how much you ladies love it when Reebonz SPACE opens up; it is like stairway to heaven!
There will be up to 70% storewide discount on brands like Prada, Miu Miu, Balenciaga, Givenchy, Saint Laurent, Chanel, Kate Spade, Coach and more! You get S$200 off with a minimum spend of S$2,000 nett. That’s not all. For Citibank card holders, there is an exclusive promotion. Citibank Rewards & Clear Platinum Cards get an additional 7% off, while all other Citibank cards get additional 5% off.
Want to get your hands on one of these Balenciaga bags? Every Reebonz sale offers different colours, so head over to find out to be surprised by the palate of colours available.
Reebonz will also be having a fabulous selection of pre-loved bags, and you can own all these vintage babies at up to 40% off.
If you have something to let go, sell or consign your pre-loved items — Reebonz is looking for brands like Audermars Piguet, Breguet, Hublot, Cartier, Hermès, Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Céline, Balenciaga, Givenchy, Saint Laurent — during the Great Reebonz Sale and receive S$50 cash voucher, which you can use to shop at the event.
And lastly, we have a special promotion for readers of ladyironchef. Quote ‘ladyironchef’ at the registration counter to receive S$50 gift voucher to shop at the Great Reebonz Sale. Go ahead, you know you need some retail therapy!
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This post is brought to you by Reebonz Singapore.
If you have been following our Instagram account, you would have seen (and possibly be blown away) by our live feed during our week-long stay at The Mulia, Mulia Resorts and Villas last month. It was a good week of Heaven on Earth.
Bali is a familiar ground that we visit several times a year, and we have stayed at so many resorts and villas before, but nothing takes the cake like The Mulia does. “Sometimes, you have to believe before you can see,” a constant thought on our minds as we explored the large compound. Every area had something to impress, every landscape touched us like a fairytale.
It is nothing quite like what you would expect from Bali – it redefines stunning on a whole new level, much more than what you would think of from the Island of Gods. The sheer space, the grandeur of the Greek architecture, every single fine detail, the unrivalled luxury and unparalleled beauty; all these are but mere words until you set foot on this paradise – to believe, and to see for yourself what The Mulia Bali has to offer. Sitting at the coastline of Nusa Dua, the property boasts a beach front view, and life is awesome just lounging at the cabanas, sipping cocktails with our favourite books, and daydreaming while staring at the boundless skies and vast horizons.
Comprising three connecting grounds, the property is made up of The Mulia – an oasis of serenity, with luxurious suites and a classy tea room; Mulia Resorts – the main wing of rooms and its fleet of restaurants and deli; and Villas – various villas (up to 6 bedrooms) that are well-nestled in an abundance of greenery and coveted peace. And we lost count of the number of pools there are within the property because there will always be one for us to dive in no matter which part we were at!
We could stay there forever and be lost in paradise, and here are 12 reasons why you must stay at The Mulia, Mulia Resorts and Villas in Bali.
Have you ever dreamed of being Alice, falling down a rabbit hole and entering a magical world where you could meet The Madhatter, Chesire the cat and gang? If you are visiting Nagoya or Osaka, you will be able to do just that!
Alice on Wednesday is a cool kid to look out for on your next trip to those Japanese cities. Think a lifestyle concept store that is put together entirely based on the love for Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland.
For those of you who are not familiar, Bar Bar Black Sheep comprises three specialty kitchens of Thai, Western and North Indian with a bar in a casual and laid-back coffee-shop setting. In other words, friends and families can get together to pig out on their favourite cuisine(s) and drinks in the cooler-than-your-kopitiam Bar Bar Black Sheep, and no one needs to go through the hassle of ordering from different stalls and having to dig out coins for their individual payments, given the availability of full table service and acceptance of all major credit and debit cards.
While a host of imitators have sprouted up (some of them even with animal names too), Bar Bar Black Sheep remains the original pioneer of the concept, with 4 convenient locations across the island.
That is exactly what we love. Whether we are feeling like Thai or we need our Butter Chicken fix, or we want both on the table, our cravings will always be satisfied hassle-free. And you know what? If you and your soccer pals are cannot watch matches without some booze and comfort food, then Bar Bar Black Sheep is made for you.
Pocket-friendly prices and a mind-blowing menu of more than 150 food items, here are 10 reasons to fall in love with Bar Bar Black Sheep’s flagship outlet at Cluny Court.