This April marks the first quarter of 2017 and it seems like this is going to be an exciting month for all of us! Whoever said Singapore is a boring place to be?
Whether you are into art, music or fitness, this month’s events are sure to keep you busy and entertained. Highlights include the much anticipated Artbox flea market from Bangkok, Electric Run and Singapore International Jazz Festival.
Here are 8 Exciting Events That Are Taking Place In Singapore In April 2017. READ ON
Fruit picking is an immensely rewarding activity at Yamanashi Prefecture—which is located near the center of Honshu, the main island of Japan. Known to the locals as ‘Japan’s Kingdom of Fruits’, this is one of the best places to enjoy delicious and sweet seasonal fruits such as strawberries, peaches and grapes.
Imagine being surrounded by towering mountains and greenery of the forests while you handpick the season’s best produce; forget those overly ripe fruits you buy in supermarkets!
As the type of fruit you can pick varies with the season, this will be a helpful guide on the Fruit Picking Seasons In Yamanashi Prefecture so you can plan to visit the farms when your favourite fruit is in season! READ ON
Joining the bustling cafe scene in the east is Routesixtysix, a newly opened neighbourhood cafe that serves mainly delectable waffles, ice cream of many interesting flavours and a range of house brews.
The small yet cosy cafe is less than 10 minutes walk from Bedok MRT Station and is situated just across the street from FATCAT Ice Cream Bar. Visitors can expect the cafe to start serving brunch items from May 2017.
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Dogs can never keep still as it is in their nature to keep themselves active when they get bored. Dog owners will know that it is important to engage with them and bring them out for walks frequently. Going out together with your pet strengthens your emotional bond and provides the necessary exercise to keep your dog healthy.
If you are looking for some inspiration on how you can have more fun with your dog on top of the usual routine of going to the neighbouring park, we’ve got you covered with these 8 Fun Activities To Do In Singapore With Dogs.
Previously located in the iconic red and white building, Tong Ah Eating House has relocated a few units farther down Keong Saik Road. The traditional coffee shop has been around since 1939 and has gained recognition for its crispy kaya toast.
While there is no lack of kaya toast sets in Singapore, Tong Ah Eating House is one of those eateries that keeps customers going back for more. Everything is kept simple—from the modest wall decorations to their humble kaya toasts.
It is surely a treasure of Singapore.
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Coffee Amo is a popular cafe in Kuala Lumpur’s Chinatown, or otherwise more commonly known as Petaling Street. With its centralised location, many come to this cafe to rest their weary feet after shopping or to enjoy afternoon tea with their friends.
“Amo” translates to love in Italian and that is exactly what the baristas put into brewing your coffee—lots of love. Their speciality coffee which comes with 3D coffee art has been making rounds on Instagram, attracting both locals and tourists into the cafe.
If you are around the area, why not drop by and have a cuppa or two? READ ON
Japanese rice bowls are all the rage and we are happy that the trend is here to stay. Besides Kuro Maguro which just opened earlier this year, we have discovered another gem in Tanjong Pagar that offers affordable donburi.
Salmon Samurai in 100AM Mall mainly features S$9.90 customisable salmon donburi sets. Of a mere 10-minute walk from Tanjong Pagar Station, the Japanese eatery’s prime location and hospitable service make it a popular dining location for those who are working in the vicinity.
Ready for this quick and affordable salmon don fix? READ ON
Japanese donburi sets for only S$12 nett? Yes, you got that right!
Katanashi is a Japanese tapas bar along Boat Quay that offers reasonably priced set lunch meals on weekdays, catering mostly to working professionals whose offices are nearby.
For those who are not familiar with the area, Katanashi is a less-than-ten-minutes walking distance from Raffles Place MRT station. We are giving the Japanese bar bonus points for easy accessibility, but is their food really value-for-money? READ ON