Taking over the now-defunct CPlus+ is the extremely Instagrammable cafe – Gather The Misfits. They bring interesting toastie flavours to the table, along with a myriad of coffee selections, drink choices and pastries.

Other than tantalizing your tastebuds, Gather The Misfits also has a hidden retail space in the back, selling all sorts of knick-knacks and fun accessories. You’re bound to find something that tickles your fancy!

We went with the Matcha Latte (S$5) and we were rather happy with it. It had a smooth finish while still maintaining the characteristic bitterness of good-quality matcha. The Matcha Latte is hand-whisked and no sugar is added, so you can really taste the true flavour of the green tea.

We also tried the Triple Cheese Toastie (S$11) that came with a side of creamy sesame sauce. While the toast was really fluffy and nicely toasted, we felt like it overwhelmed the cheese slightly. However, dipping the toast in the sesame sauce made it a lot better!

The other toasties they offer are also pretty interesting such as the Prosciutto with Black Garlic Mayo (S$13) and their vegetarian-friendly Cauliflower with Spicy Mayo toastie (S$9).

To end our meal on a sweet note, we got one of their Chocolate Brownies (S$4) to try! The brownie had a nice crackled top and a crumbly yet still fudgy interior. The chocolate flavour was very pronounced and we could imagine it would be the perfect complement to a cup of coffee.

Next time you’re in the area, do check out this new cafe with a few friends. They have some fun board games and card games to enjoy alongside your meal! It may be quite a walk from any of the MRT stations but it’ll be worth your while!

Gather The Misfits
217 Rangoon Road
Singapore 218457
Tel: +65 9298 7291
Mon, Wed to Sun: 10am – 6pm
(Closed on Tuesdays)
Nearest Station: Farrer Park/Boon Keng

Tiong Bahru is one of the best areas for hungry souls with the many hidden gems and cafes that offer scrumptious food at almost every turn. Newly opened in early 2019, Cafe Pandan is yet another addition to the bustling area.

Serving a plethora of traditional Singaporean breakfast dishes and even having their own DIY-Nasi Lemak station, Cafe Pandan is a must-visit for those in the area craving for a good ol’ school meal.

We had a taste of their Plain Cheong Fun (S$3.50) which came in a generous portion despite the affordable price tag. The silky rolls of cheong fun were coated in a sesame soy sauce and accompanied with a dollop of their house-made chilli.

Their chilli was what truly made the dish so delicious, giving it that small kick of spice with a hint of sweetness. Mix this in with the soy sauce to create a thicker sauce that can coat each piece of cheong fun!

For a good breakfast, sometimes, simplicity is the way to go. It certainly was the case with Cafe Pandan’s Thick Toast Set (S$5). Fluffy thick toast is slathered with a generous helping of the slightly savoury peanut butter and accompanied with 2 soft-boiled eggs and a choice of hot Teh or Kopi.

The toast was delicious and we liked how liberal they were with the peanut butter. The bread was soft but we felt that it was a bit dry. However, it wasn’t a big issue once you chase it down with a sip of their hot tea.

The tea was flavourful and milky, but we did feel it was slightly on the sweet side.

Cafe Pandan sits near to Wangz Hotel, so keep your eyes peeled for this entrance when you go exploring the enclaves of Tiong Bahru.

Cafe Pandan
241 Outram Road
Singapore 169044
Tel: +65 6224 2723
Tue to Sun: 8am – 8pm
(Closed on Mondays)
Nearest Station: Outram Park/Tiong Bahru