Known for their array of beautiful croissants, Brotherbird Bakehouse has opened its 4th outlet at Raffles City on 8 Sep 2023.

Brotherbird Bakehouse currently has three other outlets at CT Hub 2, CIMB Plaza and Hillion Mall.

Unlike the other locations, Brotherbird Bakehouse’s latest outlet at Raffles City will be a bake-on-site space where customers can get their popular croissants fresh out of the oven.

Some of their signature croissants include:

Original Croissant
Pain Au Chocolat
Earl Grey Milk Chocolate Croissant
Matcha Almond Twice-Baked
Rocher Croissant
Honey Seasalt Croissant

Read our guide to the best croissants in Singapore here.

Brotherbird Bakehouse
Raffles City Shopping Centre
252 North Bridge Rd, Singapore 179103
#B1-67
Daily: 11am – 9pm

Established in 2008, Van Leeuwen Ice Cream started as a bright yellow scoop truck on the bustling streets of NYC and it has over 50 ice cream shops today.

Van Leeuwen Ice Cream’s first overseas expansion in Singapore will be in partnership with Caerus Holding who is behind other popular dining concepts including Lady M, Luke’s Lobster, Leckerbaer and Mr Holmes Bakehouse.

Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Singapore will be offering 16 French dairy ice cream flavours and they include Sicilian Pistachio, Earl Grey Tea, and Mint Chip, as well as all-American favourites such as Honeycomb, Marionberry Cheesecake, and Praline Butter Cake.

There are also vegan-friendly options including Vegan Chocolate Fudge Brownie, and Vegan Cookies and Cream Caramel Swirl.

Van Leeuwen Ice Cream’s first outlet in Singapore will be located at Orchard Central.

Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Singapore
181 Orchard Rd, Singapore 238896
Orchard Central #01-19/20

Popular Sando Cafe Hello Arigato has officially opened a new outlet in Everton Park neighbourhood which is known for its charming and laid-back atmosphere.

The neighbourhood is home to several specialty coffee shops and cafes—including Nylon Coffee Roasters, Glass Roasters, Folks & Stories, Dearborn Granola, Gelatolabo—which draw in both locals and tourists.

The new Hello Arigato Everton Outlet will feature a bakery alongside their kitchen. Other than their popular Sando, you will also get to enjoy an array of freshly baked goods along ma range of artisanal drinks including coffee and matcha in the morning.

Exclusive to the Everton location is their first ever Arigato Donut Bar where they will be introducing some freshly made sweet and savoury Japanese milk donuts.

Expect flavours including Classic Milk, Matcha, Kaya Butter, Donutella, and Ondeh Ondeh, as well as new savory options like Ham & Cheese Bomb and J Curry.

During lunch service, Hello Arigato will continue to serve our classic Sandos made with Shokupan bread from their bakery.

Regulars will be familiar with the crowd favourites such as their Tamago and Gyu Sando. You can also look forward to outlet-exclusive dishes including Kong Bah Sando, Whisky BBQ Katsu Sando, and Salted Egg Yolk Tater Tots.

Hello Arigato Everton Park is located at 4 Everton Park #01-42 right next to Nylon Coffee Roasters.

Hello Arigato
4 Everton Park, #01-42
Singapore 080004

Originating from Kyoto, Kurasu is a popular cafe that serves specialty coffee from selected roasters around Japan and Matcha Latte. It is one destination you have to stop by for a morning pick-me-up.

Kurasu has recently opened Kurasu Orchard Stand at Orchard Building opposite Orchard Cineleisure and Mandarin Gallery. It aims to bring Japanese specialty coffee into the heart of the busiest shopping district in Singapore.

Kurasu Singapore offers the same lineup of coffee in their Kyoto branch with coffee being shipped fresh weekly in an express package.

Starting as a small online store selling homeware in 2013, Kurasu has since expanded their business to include both physical and online stores providing specialty coffee, tea, and Japanese brewing equipment that has been carefully roasted in their Nishijin Roastery.

If caffeine is not your thing, Kurasu Singapore has another signature drink—Matcha Latte, using top-grade matcha powder from Kyoto.

Drop by Kurasu Orchard Stand to try their coffee and Matcha Latte the next time you are in town.

Kurasu Orchard Stand
Grange Road, #01-03, Orchard Building
Singapore 239693
Daily: 9.30am – 5.30pm

Popular bakery cafe, Keong Saik Bakery is relocating its flagship cafe from Keong Saik Road to 70 Bendemeer Road in mid-May 2023.

Presenting local favourites with a modern twist, Keong Saik Bakery is a popular cafe to visit for breakfast or tea. Think crusty croissants, fluffy and dainty cakes and a warm, comforting cup of coffee or tea; there could be no better way to brighten your day.

Keong Saik Bakery has been at their current location along Keong Saik Road during the last 6 years and they will be moving to the new location within Luzerne building in Bendemeer.

From the classic French Butter Croissants, to pastries, cruffins, burnt cheesecakes and its crowd-pleaser Sor Hei pastry, you can certainly find something that suits your taste bud.

You can also find Keong Saik Bakery at their second outlet along the charming Chip Bee Gardens enclave.

Keong Saik Road
70 Bendemeer Road #01-03

Opened by the team behind The Brewing Ground in Joo Chiat, RIANG is a new casual dining concept along Jalan Riang, in the Serangoon neighbourhood which doles out brunch, larger mains, coffee and cocktails. It officially opens to the public today (2 Nov 2022).

RIANG is taking over the space by the former Babba (which is also by The Brewing Ground). This came as as a surprise as the now-defunct Peranankan cafe & restaurant only opened in late Feb this year, and it seems too soon to forgot a new concept like that.

Well, maybe the Peranankan concept didn’t work out and the owners have more exciting plans for RIANG.

From brunch classics, larger mains and all-day desserts, RIANG’s extensive menu has something for everyone.

You can come here for brunch and coffee in the day and communal-style sharing plates with cocktails in the evening.

Some of RIANG’s signatures include the Ultimate Breakfast Burger (S$20), Homemade Quiche (S$10) and Crab Mayo Croissant (S$18) from the brunch menu, and the Hot-Fried Chicken Burger (S$17) and Potato & Leek Croquette Burger (S$16) in the lunch menu.

Another thing to look forward to is RIANG’s all-day dessert menu, which features plated desserts by the in-house pastry team.

Photos credit: RIANG

RIANG
15-9 Jalan Riang
Singapore 358987
Mondays to Fridays: 9 am to 9.30 pm
Saturdays to Sundays: 8 am to 9.30 pm

Read our guide to cafes in Serangoon neighbourhood.

Located within Djitsun Mall in Ang Mo Kio, Khao Hom by Rung Mama is a hidden gem opened by a Thai lady with the recipes from her mother, Rung Mama.

It will be opening a second outlet at Katong Square by end October 2022, taking over the former premise that is vacated by Goldleaf Restaurant.

Khao Hom by Rung Mama offers an array of authentic Thai dishes at reasonable prices and some of the popular options include Grilled Moo Ping, Thai-style Steamed Seabass with lime sauce, Tom Yum Seafood and Thai Papaya Salad.

The robust-tasting Crab Meat with yellow curry and Thai Noodles, also known as Ke Nom Jin Kaeng Pu, is super fiery, hot and spicy.

The Seafood & Crab in Thai Curry Powder (Talay Phad Phong Karee) is is less spicy but no less flavourful, and it goes super well with a iced cold Chang beer!

Khao Hom by Rung Mama’s new location at Katong Square is much bigger than their original outlet and the bigger kitchen will allow them to come up with new additions for the menu.

East-siders have another new Thai food option to dine at for solid Thai food!

Khao Hom by Rung Mama
88 E Coast Rd, #01-05/06/07 Katong Square
Singapore 423371

Good Chai People is a new Chai cafe specialising in handmade artisanal sticky chai and they will be opening at East Coast Road on 24 Sep 2022.

Located along 225 East Coast Road—the same stretch where you can find other popular cafes in the east of Singapore including Neptune, Project Acai, Brawn & Brains, and Plain Vanilla—Good Chai People

You can enjoy their Homemade Sticky Chai Latte—brewed with oat milk and coconut sugar—along their freshly-baked pastries, and pairs well with brunch fare and mains.

Photos credit: Good Chai People

Are you excited for the newest addition to the cafe scene in the east of Singapore for your chai fix?

Good Chai People
225 East Coast Road
Singapore 428922
Daily: 8am – 10pm

Located in Alumni Medical Centre along College Road is Ka-Soh Restaurant, a heritage restaurant which has been at Outram for 20 years.

Known for serving one of the best prawn paste chickens and fish head noodles in Singapore, Ka-Soh Restaurant will be closing its Outram outlet on 26 June 2022.

Established in 1939 as a pushcart stall, Ka-Soh Restaurant has more than 80 years of history under their belt.

Listed in the Michelin guide for the 2017 Bib Gourmand Awards, Ka Soh Restaurant is what you would expect from a typical Chinese restaurant which offers a wide selection of zi char dishes including a range of noodle dishes, fried rice, and plenty of side dishes.

No trip to Ka-Soh Restaurant would complete without having their Signature Fish Soup Noodles. One portion of sliced fish noodles will definitely fill you up as it is generously topped with fresh slices of fish.

Apart from the fish soup noodles, Ka-Soh Restaurant’s signature prawn paste chicken is a must-order dish.

Crispy, juicy and very fragrant, it is undeniably one of the best har cheong gai you can find in Singapore. You will find yourself reaching for another piece in no time.

Thankfully, Ka-Soh’s remaining outlet at 22 Greenwood Avenue will still be around and you can satisfy your cravings for their prawn paste chicken and fish soup there.

Ka-Soh Restaurant
22 Greenwood Ave
Singapore 289218

Founded by chef Nobu Matsuhisa, actor Robert De Niro, and film producer and entrepreneur Meir Teper, the world-famous Nobu restaurant is opening its first outpost in Singapore on 1 June 2022 at Four Seasons Hotel Singapore.

Nobu has 47 outlets around the world in cities such as Barcelona, London, Milan, Tokyo, Sydney and Hong Kong.

The restaurant will be housed alongside an open-air Japanese garden and bar at Four Seasons Hotel Singapore.

Nobu Singapore’s menu will feature dishes that will showcase Nobu’s signature style of artfully combining Japanese techniques with South American influences.

Some of Nobu’s signature dishes that you can look forward to:

• Black Cod Miso
• Yellowtail Sashimi with Jalapeño
• Toro Tartare with Caviar

The menu is still being finalised, but they will include exclusive dishes that are inspired by local flavours and ingredients of Singapore.

Nobu Singapore is run by Executive Chef Hideki Maeda and Executive Sushi Chef Takahiro Tim Otomo, both of whom worked in the London and Caesars Palace restaurants.

Nobu Singapore
190 Orchard Blvd, Singapore 248646
Four Seasons Hotel Singapore
Tel: +65 6831 7653

Japanese gyudon chain, Sukiya is opening a new outlet at the basement of Jewel Changi Airport.

Sukiya is literally in every corner of Japan. It is the go-to place for a quick and good meal, because gyudon is such a staple to Japanese.

Established in Japan in 1982, Sukiya currently boasts more than 2,000 outlets in Japan alone. The popular gyudon chain is also in eight other countries including Malaysia and Hong Kong.

Sukiya opened its first outlet in Singapore at Suntec City on 17 Feb 2021.

The new outlet at Jewel Changi Airport will be at basement 2, taking over the space that used to be A-One Signature. Sukiya joins the list of new tenants at Jewel Changi Airport, including Feng Sheng Hao, The Hainan Story and Sushiro.

Sukiya
78 Airport Blvd., #B2-200
Singapore 819666

Popular Kaiten sushi chain, Sushiro is opening a new outlet at Jewel Changi Airport. Yay to another affordable kaiten sushi option at the airport!

Japan’s largest conveyer belt sushi chain, Sushiro is known for its affordable and wide range of sushi and side dishes. You can always enjoy a good sushi meal at Sushiro without breaking the bank.

Sushiro’s new outlet at Jewel Changi Airport is located at #B2-227 / 228, located between Beauty In The Pot and Dian Xiao Er. It will be taking over the former premise vacated by Four Seasons Restaurant, which made news for its dim sum and durian hotpot in Singapore.

It has yet to announce an official opening date for the new outlet and we will update you again once we get the confirmation.

Meanwhile, which is your favourite dining spot at Jewel Changi Airport?

Sushiro Jewel Changi Airport
78 Airport Blvd., #B2 – 227 / 228
Singapore 819666

Located a few units down the road from Supernova is another new cafe, Bella People and Coffee which opened less than a week ago.

Taking over the space vacated by the now-defunct Little Ice Cream Kafe, Bella People and Coffee is a small and cosy cafe which serves a selection of breakfast dishes, pasta, sandwiches, burgers and coffee.

It is a comfortable space where you can enjoy a simple brunch and coffee with your friends.

For those of you who prefer sitting outdoor, Bella People and Coffee has two tables at the outdoor patio area.

It has a small and concise menu with prices ranging from S$18 to S$25 for a main course and some of the more interesting dishes include:

• English Breakfast (S$22)
• Bella Roasted Chicken Leg (S$25)
• Pulled Pork Burger (S$20)
• Soft Shell Crab Pasta (S$21)
• Bella Truffle Cheese Toastie (S$18)

Bella People and Coffee
258 Tanjong Katong Rd
Singapore 437046
Mon, Wed to Sun: 8.30am – 6pm

Founded by Chef Raymond Tan—the Chef Owner of renown omakase restaurant, Hiryu—Shinsho Ramen is an affordable ramen joint which dishes out solid paitan-tonkotsu ramen as well as a selection of delicious sides such as gyoza, fried chicken skin, Japanese tacos and fried buns.

It has recently introduced four new Omurice dishes that you have to try!

The four new Omurice include:

• Ebi & Ebiko S$19.80
• Salmon ikura S$21.80
• Unagi kabayaki S$29.80
• Yakiniku A4 Wagyu S$38.80

Out of the four new Omurice, our favourite is definitely the A4 Wagyu Omurice. If you love Shinsho Ramen’s Kuroge Wagyu A4 (S$54) Ramen, you will enjoy the new Wagyu Omurice which comes with slices of Yakiniku A4 Wagyu.

The Ebi & Ebiko Omurice is a hearty dish of Japanese omelette with prawns and Ebiko.

The Salmon Ikura Omurice features pan-seared salmon with a homemade teriyaki sauce and we love that it comes with a generous topping of Ikura.

Other than the four new Omurice, Shinsho Ramen has also added three new appetisers to the menu:

• Grilled Surume Ika S$24
• Buta Bara Karaage S$9.90
• Salmon carpaccio S$10.90

The squid is coated with a spicy miso marination and grilled to perfection.

Shinsho Ramen’s Buta Bara Karaage is super addictive and it goes really well with an ice cold beer.

And if it is your first time dining at Shinsho Ramen, you must order their signature Paitan ramen.

The broth is standardized and they are all Paitan-tonkotsu. Boiled for more than 24hrs with chicken carcasses and pork bones, look forward to a full-bodied milky white broth that is creamy, sweet and extremely satisfying.

The ramen menu consists of the regular options such as the Aged Soy Sauce (S$14.90), Spicy Red Miso (S$16.90), Homemade Black Garlic (S$15.90) and Special Black Truffle (S$17.90). All are very affordable and comes in a reasonable portion for one, with an assortment of toppings such as cha siu, bamboo shoots, grilled baby corn, spring onion and hanjuku egg.

Shinsho Ramen
SingPost Centre
10 Eunos Rd 8, #01-136,
Singapore 408600
+65 6980 5596

This post was brought to you by Shinsho Ramen.

Kind Kones, an all-natural vegan ice cream shop, has opened its third outlet at the newly-renovated i12 Katong.

Established in Malaysia in 2017, Kind Kones currently has two outlets in Malaysia and three locations in Singapore.

The vegan ice cream shop uses 100% all-natural, unprocessed ingredients without any refined sugar, preservatives nor additives on top of keeping dairy products and eggs out of the production.

It specialises in churning out creative flavours of vegan ice cream as well as a range of vegan cakes and light bites.

Interior photo from Kind Kones

Kind Kones’ new store at i12 Katong has an open concept as compared to their Paragon & Forum outlets. And there is also a dedicated kids area.

Kind Kones is certainly a good spot in the east of Singapore to head to if you want to treat yourself to ice cream without any guilt.

Kind Kones
112 East Coast Rd, #02-25, Singapore 428802
Tel: +65 9723 3530

Read our guide on the best vegan ice cream shops in Singapore.

My Little Pony Pop-Up Cafe is opening in Singapore from 24 Mar 2022 for a limited period only.

Dine with your favourite My Little Pony stars on a special menu that is inspired by the popular children’s television series.

Hasbro—the developer of My Little Pony’s franchise—is collaborating with Kumoya to present My Little Pony:A Magical Cuteness pop-up Cafe in Singapore.

On My Little Pony’s inspired menu, there are 6 snacks, 5 mains, 3 desserts and 11 drinks to choose from and the prices range from S$11.90 to S$27.90.

The main course options include My Little Pony Burger, Fish & Chips, Pasta & Hot Dog.

You can also purchase My Little Pony merchandise to complete your dining experience at My Little Pony Pop-Up Cafe.

Photos credit: My Little Pony Cafe x Kumoya

Do note there is a minimum order of 1 food or drink item per person

While My Little Pony Pop-Up Cafe is not halal certified, the menu does not include pork, lard and alcohol and all their meats and ingredients are sourced from major Halal distributors and suppliers.

My Little Pony Pop-Up Cafe
181 Orchard Rd, Orchard Central #04-08, Singapore 238896
Mon to Sun: 11am – 9.30pm
Last order Mains at 8pm and all other menu items at 8.30pm
Online reservations and walk-in welcome

Artisanal French Bakery Maison Kayser has opened its 6th Outlet at Stars of Kovan in the Kovan neighbourhood.

Maison Kayser is Eric Kayser’s eponymous bakery chain from France with sweet and savoury bakes and it has been named by Paris’ Figaro newspaper to be the best.

Besides their famous croissants, they also serve a selection of classic French breads, viennoiseries, sandwiches, soups, and salads.

The new outlet is located at Stars of Kovan and it has taken over the former premise of Sugartree Gelato—an ice cream shop by the same team behind Two Bakers—which has moved to Daily Ground in Bukit Timah.

Look forward to Maison Kayser’s popular French-style eclairs, breads, tarts and a whole plethora of sweet treats.

There are a few seats in the small bakery cafe and you can enjoy a cup of coffee/tea with your bread and pastries.

Maison Kayser
988 Upper Serangoon Rd
#01-28 Stars of Kovan
Singapore 534733
+65 9010 7389
Daily: 7.30am – 5.30pm

Read our guide on the cafes in the Kovan and Lorong Ah Soo neighbourhood.

The Mandala Group and Jekyll & Hyde have partnered together to reopen Operation Dagger, one of the World’s 50 Best Bars, in a new form.

They will be opening two concepts—graft and DAGGER at 76 Neil Road, just next to Jekyll & Hyde at 74 Neil Road.

The new brand is a collaboration between two powerhouses—The Mandala Group, which owns Mandala Club (previously known as Straits Clan) in Singapore as well as various restaurants, bars and resorts around the world; and Jekyll & Hyde, one of the most popular cocktail restaurant & bar concepts in Singapore which is known for its elevated Singapore soul food and whimsical cocktails.

In order to comply with URA requirements, food will be front and centre as graft’s main offering, while serving their signature drinks to complement the dishes.

Photos credit: Jekyll & Hyde & graft

A sustainability-first restaurant, graft is now open for booking, while DAGGER will only open early next year in 2022.

They have an edible garden in the courtyard, where all plants will be used in their food and drink. The restaurant will also be using glassware that is made all from used bottles, and cut and sanded down by hand.

The food is inspied from Chef Alvin’s—formerly head chef at Shanghai Dolly, and at Straits Clan—experience in both Western and Eastern kitchens and the drinks are made from Eco-Spirits.

graft
76 Neil Road
Singapore 088840
Tue to Fri: 5pm to 10.30pm
Sat: 12pm to 10.30pm

Chibaobao is a new eatery in Tai Seng which specialises in claypot dishes which are affordably priced under S$10.

Located at Tai Seng Point level 2, Chibaobao is a great addition for those who are working in the Tai Seng area.

There are 3 main dishes at Chibaobao:

• Claypot Sesame Chicken
• Claypot Mala Chicken
• Claypot Seafood Soup

There are two versions for the Claypot Chicken—Mala (S$7.90 small, S$10.90 large) and Sesame Oil (S$6.90small, S$9.90 for large). It is perfect with a bowl of white rice.

Photos credit: Chibaobao

You must also try Chibaobao’s rich and creamy Claypot Seafood Soup (S$8.90 small, S$12.90 large) which comes with prawns, squids and other seafood.

Read our guide on the food places around Tai Seng.

Chibaobao
11 Irving place
taiseng point #02-02 S369551
Tue – Sat: 11.30am – 8.30pm
Sun: 11.30am – 3pm

Cluny Food Court is the first-ever food court by Les Amis Group and there are 6 different concepts including Mui Kee Express, Laifaba Express, Piccante Pronto, S’MAO Barbecue, Project Penyek by Ansar and Cluny Drinks Stall.

Located at 1J Cluny Road (near to Raffles Building at Nassim Gate entrance), it will offer all-day casual dining options for visitors to Singapore Botanic Gardens.

Photo credit: Mui Kee

Cluny Food Court has 6 different concepts:

• Laifaba Express
• Piccante Pronto
• Mui Kee Express
• S’MAO Barbecue
• Project Penyek by Ansar
• Cluny Drinks Stall

Some of the highlights at this atas food court include Laifaba’s signature Charcoal Roasted Bu Jian Tian Wanton Noodles (S$8), Piccante Pronto’s Margherita Pizza (S$12.50 for a 9″ pizza), Mui Kee Express’s famous Congee (S$7.80), S’MAO Beef Burger (S$12), and Project Penyek by Ansar’s Nasi Ayam Penyet (S$6.50).

To celebrate its opening, Cluny Drinks Stall is offering S$1 deals from 01 to 07 November 2021.

Make sure to check out Cluny Food Court the next time you are visiting Singapore Botanic Gardens.

Cluny Food Court
1J Cluny Road
Singapore 259607