Green Circle Eco Farm

Ordering fresh produce from Green Circle means making an direct order from a farm in Singapore. The greens are harvested and packed in the morning of the delivery day, so be sure that you will have the freshest vegetables for your meals.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Local organic produce for locals: Green Circle Eco Farm has won the hearts of Singaporeans through its super fresh selection of Asian vegetables grown at its farm in Lim Chu Kang. It could be said that local farmers plant local veggies in local farm to supply for local consumers.
• Low delivery fee: Fixed delivery charge is at $5 per delivery regardless of the order amount, which is one of the lowest delivery fee you can get from organic grocery delivery services in Singapore.

VEGGIE BASKET
Ordering a veggie basket from Green Circle is a way to eat what are in season. Normally, a small veggie basket ($30) contains seven types of seasonal vegetables at the time of order.

DELIVERY

• Home deliveries are made on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, depending on the area you stay.
• S$30 is the minimum amount accepted for ordering Green Circle’s farm products listed under four categories: vegetables, fruit, herbs and condiments.
• S$100 is the minimum amount accepted for ordering imported products listed under category “others”.

NOTES

• Educational tours conducted by the farm are available for school children and the public.
• Green Circle does not run a physical store at the moment, so just place your orders online. Specify your requests in the remark section if you want to collect the vegetables yourself at the farm.

Printing Services at Peace Centre

Peace Centre on Sophia Road, home to many printing shops, offers a wide range of services for your printing and photocopying needs. It’s one of the most wallet-friendly printing places in Singapore.

The place’s location in Dhoby Ghaut area makes it a convenient center for students to print their school assignments and photocopy their books.

RECOMMENDED PRINTING SHOPS:

1. Ho Services

• Providing diversified printing and photocopying services including document printing, name card printing, large format printing, and T-shirt printing
• Operating every day, Mon to Sat 09:00 – 21:00, Sun 10:00 – 18:00
• Located at #01-38 Peace Centre
• Tel: (65) 6337 0581
• Fax: (65) 6338 0604

2. LeaderShip

• Offering a wide range of cost-effective printing and printing-related services
• High-quality printing and fast turnaround time
• Located at #01-51 Peace Centre
• Tel: (65) 6338 7497 / 6334 9985
• Website: http://www.eprint.com.sg/

3. Jia-e Printing

• Rich experience in providing printing solutions like print on demand, name card printing, poster printing, stationery printing, and large format printing
• Competitive and affordable prices
• Located at #01-30 Peace Centre
• Tel: (65) 6333 1162

TIP: There are plenty of printing shops within the building, so just ask around for rates before engaging services.

NOTES:

• The building has a famous store called Sultan Kebab, selling delicious kebab. You can have a quick bite there while waiting for your printing jobs done.
• There is a multi-storey car park at Peace Centre with parking rates of $1.40 per 30 minutes.

HOW TO GET THERE:

• MRT: Brah Basah (CC2) (walking 6 mins from MRT Exit D)
• Buses: 64, 65, 131, 139, 147, 166, and 857 (walking 1 min from bus stop B07011)

Zenxin AgriOrganic Food

Fresh produce is the main focus of Zenxin although it covers a wide range of organic products. You can order Zenxin’s products online or visit its wholesale centre to have a look at the veggies before making a purchase.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Offering more than 100 varieties of organic fruit and vegetables: Yes, it is one of the widest selection of fresh produce we can find at a single store in Singapore. This distributor gets its stock from its own farm in Malaysia and international suppliers and distributes to many Singapore’s supermarkets. So order goods directly from Zenxin is a wise way to get things at better prices.
• Worth-for-money veggie boxes: Zenxin Organic Box and Zenxin Steamboat Organic Box are the favorite veggie box choices of many families. Each of which comes in small and large size offering a seasonal selection of two to three leafy greens and a variety of fresh roots, stems, leaf and flower vegetables, seeds and fruit, selected on the day orders confirmed.

PRICES

• Zenxin Organic Box (small): S$30
• Zenxin Organic Box (large): S$60
• Zenxin Steamboat Organic Box (small): S$38
• Zenxin Steamboat Organic Box (large): S$68

DELIVERY

• Free delivery for orders above S$150; S$10 delivery fee applies to orders below S$150.
• A S$5 delivery fee is charge per veggie box.

NOTES

• For any order that costs S$50 and above, you are entitled to their membership card. This allows you to enjoy 10% off next purchases.
• Keep an eye on its website for discounted items.
• Gift vouchers are available.

Printing Services at Bras Basah Complex

There are plenty of printing shops at Brah Basah Complex offering a full range of printing and printing-related services for all customer’s printing needs.

Located in Bugis area, Bras Basah Complex is a convenient place for office workers nearby to come down for a quick printing job during lunch hours or after work.

The place is also a favorite haunt of enthusiastic photographers for having their photos printed, especially those using traditional film cameras.

RECOMMENDED PRINTING SHOPS:

1. PrintStop

• Offering quality printing and photocopying services at affordable prices
• Specializing in printing documents, stickers, postcards, greeting cards, and name cards
• Located at #01-05B Bras Basah Complex
• Tel: (65) 6336 3378
• Fax: (65) 6336 3375
• Website: http://www.printstop.com.sg/

2. Mister Print

• Providing a wide range of printing services including name card printing, greeting card printing, stationery printing, wallpaper printing, large format printing, and ceramic printing
• Service is efficient, quick printing service is offered for small quantity jobs
• Located at #02-91 Bras Basah Complex
• Tel: (65) 6337 7613

3. Colordoc

• Offering printing and designing services with more than 15 years of experience
• Focusing on producing high-quality creative printing products
• Located at #02-25 Bras Basah Complex
• Tel: (65) 6334 2234
• Website: http://www.colordoc.com.sg/

TIP: As there are a myriad of printing shops in the complex, it is recommended to shop around to compare prices and packages before engaging services

NOTES:

• There is an underground car park, its parking rates are $1 per 30 minutes at peak hours and $0.50 per 30 minutes at other hours
• The building has many second-hand bookstores on the ground floor which are good places for you to patronize while waiting for your print jobs done

HOW TO GET THERE:

• MRT: Brah Basah (CC2), walking 4 mins from MRT Exit A
• Buses: 7, 32, 51, 61, 63, 80, 145, 175, 197 and 851 (walking 1 min from bus stop B01029)

BestOrganicFood

Started in 2010, BestOrganicFood is well known as a Singapore’s leading grower, distributor and retailer of organically-grown produce. With both physical and online stores, BestOrganicFood makes things more accessible to going-green consumers.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• A veggie paradise: Offering about 60 varieties of organic vegetables and fruits grown both locally and abroad, BestOrganicFood is a greens paradise for fans of organic lifestyle. This retailer centers its business in sourcing vegetables from the best suppliers in Australia, US, China and Malaysia to provide users the high quality and well-priced veggie products.
• Free delivery for even a small order: Unlike most of organic online stores requiring a minimum purchase of $50 to $150 for free shipping, BestOrganicFood provides free delivery for orders above S$35. Orders below S$35 will be charged S$10 additional delivery fee.
• Its physical shop that opens daily until midnight is a good place to pick the freshest vegetables on your own.

PRICES

• Organic Australia carrot: $2.50 per 500 grams
• Organic Australia broccoli: $6.00 per 500 grams
• Organic Australia potato: $6.00 per 1000 grams
• Organic lemongrass: $3.00 per 300 grams
• Organic Beijing cabbage: $2.50 per 500 grams
• Organic fresh jin zhen gu: $5.00 per 300 grams

DELIVERY

• Nationwide delivery for a minimum order of S$20
• Deliveries are made between 36 to 48 hours upon confirmation of full payment.
• Orders are only delivered on weekdays between 14:00 to 18:00.

NOTE: Existing customers can enjoy a five to seven per cent discount for new customer referrals.

The 5 Best Organic Grocery Stores in Singapore

When it comes to the word “organic”, what do you think of? We may all know that it means no toxics, chemicals or persistent pesticides. Certainly, when treating ourselves with organic food, we are protected from harmful chemicals.

As noticing the customers’ concerns, more and more organic stores have grown in Singapore so far, including both brick and mortar and online ones. Offering organic products at competitive prices, these stores inspire more people to embrace an organic lifestyle.

In this article, we introduce the 5 best organic stores that gain customers’ trust over the years. Each store has its own focus and they complement each other to provide a comprehensive range of organic products for health mindful customers.

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Printing Services at Sunshine Plaza

Sunshine Plaza is viewed as the biggest printing hub with the largest number of printing shops in Singapore. So you can be sure that this spot provides good solutions for all customers’ printing needs including digital printing, large format printing, and customized gifts.

Printing shops at Sunshine Plaza offer good customer services at competitive prices. Moreover, herein you can certainly get useful advice on choosing paper quality, paper thickness, suitable colors, and printing methods.

You can engage quick printing services for small quantity jobs at many shops.

RECOMMENDED PRINTING SHOPS:

1. iSuccess Solutions

• Offering a wide variety of printing services including photo books, customized gifts, tickets, CD labels, large format printing, and variable data printing such as barcode and serial number
• Located at #10-04 Sunshine Plaza
• Tel: (65) 6337 9220
• Website: http://www.iss-print.com/

2. Poster Connection

• Providing a full range of printing solutions with more than 15-year experience
• Offering printing and printing-related services at competitive prices
• Located at #01-09 Sunshine Plaza
• Tel: (65) 6336 1866 / 6336 1877
• Fax: (65) 6336 3790
• Website: http://www.poster.com.sg/

3. Express Print

• Utilising the low cost operating of its factory in Johor Bahru Malaysia, Express Print offers affordable printing services to both individuals and organizations
• Providing a diversified range of printing services such as offset printing, digital printing, large format printing, and sublimation printing
• Located at #01-41 Sunshine Plaza
• Tel: (65) 6100 8328
• Website: http://www.expressprint.com.sg/

4. Ben Quick Print Services

• Specializing in banner, poster, and large format printing
• Opening until late (about 21:00) every day
• Located at #01-07 Sunshine Plaza
• Tel: (65) 6327 1371
• Fax: (65) 6327 1325

TIP: Don’t get overwhelmed and engage in services at the first shop because you may find the same service at cheaper prices in other shops.

NOTE: You can find delicious wonton mee and dim sum at eateries on the first floor to fill up your stomach while waiting for collecting your printing products.

HOW TO GET THERE:

• MRT: Dhoby Ghaut (NS24) (walk 7 mins from MRT Exit A)
• Buses: 56, 64, 65, 131, 139, 147, 166, 857 (walk 1 min from bus stop B07571)

Four Seasons Organic Market

If you are looking for organic food for your baby, Four Seasons Organic Market is definitely a place for you. Inspired by a real organic need of a family, Four Seasons comes to the market as a sophisticated friend of health mindful families. Offering organic products at affordable and competitive prices is the way Four Seasons does to inspire more people to embrace an organic lifestyle.

Besides baby food – the shop highlight product, Four Seasons also has a good array of dry goods which are more abundant than in some online stores. There is a small section of fresh produce with a good range of fresh herbs, vegetables and fruits. Skin and hair care products, health supplements and cleaning products are also available.

With three conveniently located stores at Great World City, City Square Mall and Parkway Parade, you can easily pick from the best organic food for your needs at Four Seasons.

NOTES

• Some items that are about to be expired are offered at discount prices, normally half-price.
• Online shopping is available.

BRANCH
Four Seasons Organic Market @ Parkway Parade
Address: 80 Marine Parade Road, #B1-83A Parkway Parade S449269
Tel: +65 63453828
Fax: +65 63451528
Email: parkwayparade@fourseasonsorganic.sg

Printing Services at Queensway Shopping Centre

Queensway Shopping Centre has a myriad of printing shops that meet all printing needs from small quantities to big printing projects.

It is popular among students as a place to print and photocopy school-related materials and print customized design T-shirts.

RECOMMENDED PRINTING SHOPS:

1. Ultra Supplies

• More than 37-year experience in providing printing and photocopying services
• Available for small quantity jobs and bulk quantity printing projects
• Located at #03-38 Queensway Shopping Centre
• Tel: (65) 6333 3335
• Fax: (65) 6475 0845
• Website: http://www.ultrasupplies.com.sg/

2. Queens Printing

• Specializing in printing class tees, company polo tees, sporting event singlets, and team sports jerseys
• Offering printing using silkscreen, embroider, or hot stamping
• Located at #02-40B Queensway Shopping Centre
• Tel: (65) 9006 0804 / 9172 0567
• Website: http://www.queensprinting.com.sg/

3. SGL Sports & Imprint

• Providing a wide range of printing services at competitive prices
• Rich experience in working with big projects from large companies and educational institutions
• Located at #03-01H Queensway Shopping Centre
• Tel: (65) 6336 3710

TIP: Don’t get overwhelmed and engage in service at the first shop because you may find the same service at cheaper prices in other shops.

NOTES:

• There are good foods like Katong laksa and chicken curry at eateries on the first and second floors for you to enjoy while waiting.
• The car park in the basement is normally full on weekends.

HOW TO GET THERE:

• There are no MRT stations nearby, so the bus is the most accessible public transport.
• Buses: 14, 33, 51, 61, 93, 100, 120, 195, 197 (walking 2 mins from bus stops B11519 or B11511)

Sunnychoice Natural Food Store

Sunny Choice is a family-run business, offering a wide selection of organic products. Focusing on delivery a more balanced lifestyle, Sunny Choice simultaneously operates an organic store and a healthy food cafe at one location.

ORGANIC STORE
There is a good mix of Western and Asian organic products at Sunny Choice. Though just a medium-sized store, it stocks all basic necessities for a healthy lifestyle. A good range of fresh fruits and vegetables, dried foods, baby products, health supplements, beauty products and toiletries is on offer.

HEALTHY FOOD CAFE
Sunny Choice owns a healthy food cafe with seats in the front area of the store. Its delicious menu includes appealing food choices of rice, noodles, spaghetti, salad and soup. These beautifully presented dishes come in generous portions.

PRICING: Organic products are offered at more reasonable prices than in some other organic stores in town.

DELIVERY: Free delivery for orders above $150

LOCATION
Sunny Choice is located at The Rail Mall, along Upper Bukit Timah Road. Unlike the “mall” as its name so-called, The Rail Mall is really just a long row of shops including old-fashioned stores and eateries, which have a quaint beauty that leaves you a deep impression. However it is not easy to reach the area as The Rail Mall is far from the city centre and MRT.

The Organic Grocer

Running both online and brick-and-mortar store, The Organic Grocer is a one-stop destination for organic products with top quality. This service provider works directly with farms and wholesalers to supply users a wide range of fresh organic produce all year round.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Quality produce boxes at affordable prices: People come to order veggie boxes from this store because of their good quality contents and wallet-friendly price tags. Those boxes come in small, medium and large sizes and can be customized to suit everyone’s needs.
• Online shopping: Aim at delivering convenience, The Organic Grocer’s online store is well designed to help you shop in comfort and to save your time and hassle. A good selection of fresh organic produce, dry goods, dairy products, imported meat and seafood, all-natural household necessities and kid and pet’s products are always ready for you to add to cart.

NOTES

• Some of the packaged goods come in small-sized containers. For the same amount of these products, you may get better prices at other organic shops.
• The selection of toiletries is quite limited.
• Free delivery for orders above $150; a charge of $15 applies for orders below $150.
• Gluten-free products are available with various kinds of pasta, rice and mixes.

Brown Rice Paradise

Brown Rice Paradise at Tanglin Mall is another haven for healthy food fans, which is particularly known for dried organic foods and toiletries at reasonable prices. So if you’re into organic living and lifestyle, then you might like to check this place out.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• A paradise of dried organic foods: While some organic stores in town focus on fresh organic produce, Brown Rice Paradise enriches the green market with a wide range of dried organic foods. If you are looking for grain, you can choose from the display boxes which are brimming with wheat, oats, rye, millet and other grains. Besides, there are also a lot of healthy ingredients for your breakfast such as cornflakes, oat bran, dried banana slices, raisins, apple and pineapple cubes, which are available on the shelves. Preserved peaches, plums, apricots and pears are ready for your diet. Energy bars filled with fruits, nuts and oat bran are on offer for a quick pick of sugar.
• Toiletries: There is an awesome range of organic and eco-friendly toiletries. Giovanni, Kiss My Face and Tom’s of Maine are some of the brands you can find at Brown Rice Paradise.
• A wide selection of gluten-free and dairy-free products: For those who experience difficulty in digesting foods containing gluten and milk, Brown Rice Paradise is an integral destination with an extensive range of gluten-free and dairy-free products that can be difficult to find elsewhere.

SuperNature

SuperNature is a one-stop organic retailer in Singapore where you can find a comprehensive range of organic and natural foods, supplements, natural remedies, personal care and household products. Among an array of health beneficial products, fresh and frozen organic food is the store’s highlight.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Fresh & frozen organic food: At SuperNature you will find a wide selection of organic fruits and vegetables displayed in crates at their best quality and look. If new or in-season produce is available in store, customers will be informed. Frozen meats come in a variety of cuts with the presence of grass-fed beef, pork and lamp. The huge stock of this store comes from certified organic sources from Australia, New Zealand, United States, Europe and Thailand.
• Mother & Child Products: Besides the flagship store focusing on organic produce, SuperNature has a separate store dedicated to catering for the needs of mother and child with good selection of internationally sourced vitamins and supplements.

Top Things to Eat in Singapore

Delicious foods always delight our days. Traveling to a new area in the planet, we are excited to follow the call of the best local dishes as they make our trips completed perfectly. Especially dishes with the local spirit, they are there for us to have a true feeling of the land we are exploring and the air we are breathing.

Singapore has never ever confused travelers in choosing food for the day. As a culinary paradise, Singapore offers myriad of local and international restaurants at different classes. But we are sure that you are looking for the most authentic flavors of the city, served at the places local people eat everyday.

In this article, we introduce top favorite food of Singaporeans and best places to eat each type of them. All places are highly recommended by local foodies.

Oasis Taiwan Porridge

Offering delectable traditional Taiwanese food at reasonable prices in a comfortable ambience is Oasis Taiwanese Porridge, a favorite restaurant for Taiwanese food lovers in Singapore. Nestled in a greenery town park, it is a nice place for people to have a pleasant meal leaving behind the hustle and bustle city.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Tasteful Food: Despite the name is Oasis Taiwan Porridge, the restaurant serves not only porridge but also a wide selection of Taiwanese dishes including meat, seafood, vegetables, rice and noodles. The food is delicious and well prepared using recipes that suit locals taste best. Having a meal at Oasis is like enjoying yummy traditional home-cook food. While preserving their signature dishes, the restaurant has also created interesting new dishes to cater to their loyal diners needs of new flavors.

AMBIENCE: Located inside Toa Payoh Town Park overseeing a pond and large green trees, the restaurant has a peaceful and quiet environment making it a good place for a family meal or friend reunion. Interiorly, Oasis Taiwan Porridge provides diners a warm and comfortable ambience in a traditional setting with an old-world charm.

TAIWANESE SWEET POTATO PORRIDGE: The all-time favourite dish at Oasis, sweet potato porridge is offered at $1.5/pax for unlimited refill.

SERVICE: The service is efficient, food is served piping hot and quick within minutes after ordering.

OPEN TILL LATE: The restaurant opens until 6:00am every day, it is a good place to have a late meal, especially for Taiwanese porridge lovers when you are around Toa Payoh area.

 MUST-TRY DISHES

• Sweet potato porridge
• Braised beancurd
• Stewed pork in traditional Taiwanese style
• Chyepoh omelette

PRICES

• Side dishes cost from $4
• Main dishes cost from $8
• Drinks costs from $2.5
• Average price/pax: $15

NOTES

• There is free parking car park in front of the restaurant.
• It is quite noisy during peak times, especially on weekends when the restaurant is almost full.

5 Best Korean Fried Chicken in Singapore for That Crispy Goodness

The crispy-juicy pieces of Korean fried chicken and beers are just the perfect match. And enjoying this duo with friends is just the perfect thing to do after work. Now it is time to pick a must try fried chicken place and to call your friends for that good time together.

Shin Yeh Restaurant

Situated on the second level of Liang Court overlooking the Singapore River is Shin Yeh restaurant. This Taiwanese chain restaurant serves an extensive selection of authentic Taiwanese cuisine in a fine dining ambience.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Excellent food: Food is definitely a main highlight of Shin Yeh. All the delicious and tasteful dishes are well prepared by its skillful chefs using freshest ingredients and authentic Taiwanese recipes. New dishes are periodically introduced to enable the restaurant’s loyal patrons to have more and more flavors from Taiwan.

AMBIENCE: The restaurant’s contemporary setting with modern oriental theme utilizing bamboo shoots and water features creates a natural friendly ambience for a pleasant fine dining experience. There are spacious and classy private dining rooms to cater for family gathering or business dining.

SERVICE: The service staff is well trained, friendly and attentive to diners’ needs ensuring customers have a good dining experience.

AWARD: Shin Yeh was awarded Epicurean Star Award 2011 by Restaurant Association of Singapore for Best Dessert. The restaurant has also been featured on 8 Days and LifeStyle magazine.

MUST-TRY DISHES

• Sweet potato porridge
• Prawn with pineapple
• Braised meat rice
• Steamed minced meat with salted egg
• Pan-fried pig’s liver with coriander
• Oyster omelette
• Bubble milk tea

PRICES

• Average price/pax: $25
• Set menus are available from $38++ per person
• Corkage charge: $30 per bottle

NOTES

• A piece of the complimentary Muah Chee will be served to every diner to complete the meal.
• Vegetarian dishes, Taiwanese beer and “Shaoxing” wine are on offer.
• Reservations are recommended as the restaurant is normally packed at weekends.

Woori Nara Korean Restaurant

If the fried chicken lover in you hunting for delicious new flavors to enrich your culinary experience, then Woori Nara Korean Restaurant is deserved to be your next destination. Woori Nara’s aim is to serve home-style Korean dishes to Singaporeans, but its Korean fried chicken version has eventually won fame for the restaurant.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Yum Yum Chicken dish: Yum Yum Chicken, a signature dish of the restaurant, is really yummy. Immerse yourself in its tantalizing tastes of peppery and honey sauces, nicely coating the succulent meat, you never lose your love for fried chicken.

See also: Best Korean BBQ Restaurants In Singapore

FLAVORS: Original, soy, garlic and yum yum are four flavors offered at Woori Nara. Its sophisticated menu enables chicken lovers to explore three different flavors in one platter called Sampler, a mixture of yum yum, original and soy fried chicken.

OTHER FOOD: As a home-style Korean restaurant, Woori Nara serves not only fried chicken but also other popular dishes such as Grilled Pork Belly, Bibimbap, Jokbal, La Tofu and Seafood & Kimchi Pancake.

MUST TRIES

• Yum Yum Chicken
• La Tofu
• Jokbal
• Grilled Mackerel

AVG PRICE/PAX: $25

4 Fingers Crispy Chicken Review

The trendy wind of fast food in New York is the inspiration for the inception of 4 Fingers Crispy Chicken in Singapore. Its 5 outlets have recently become popular fried chicken destinations for Singaporeans to taste beautiful flavors of Korean cuisine.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Delicious chicken wings: 4 Fingers Crispy Chicken is best known for its chicken wings, said to be hand painted with special sauces. Nothing delightful in the way presented, but the taste is impressive. Take a big bite to have full flavors of what is called tastiness, a combination of crispy, juicy texture and a lips licking taste.
• Wide variety of menu options: With an array of combo meals listed on the restaurant’s menu, diners have ample options in a fast food place. Most of the combo sets include fried chicken in their components, completed by carbohydrate or greens.
• Student promotion: Students can get $3 off for any menu items on weekdays.

FLAVORS: There are two flavors on offer – soy garlic and hot. The soy garlic chicken has a sweet and slightly salty taste while the hot option gives our taste buds strong doses of spiciness.

AVG PRICE/PAX: $10

NOTE: The sitting area is quite small and a long queue is always in front of the outlet, so it is not easy to get a seat. Look for a table before joining in the queue is always a wise choice.

Bonchon Chicken

Originated in South Korea, BonChon Chicken is a franchise restaurant offering one of the best fried chickens in town. The restaurant is a good place to hang out with friends or to satisfy a finger food craving.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Awesome chicken wings: Chicken wings are the highlight of Bonchon, which makes your visit worth it. Just a bite, and you will be addicted to the beautiful taste of the dish as it is so well-marinated and crispy on the outside and juicy and tender on the inside.
• Flexible menu options, marked by the options of both a la carte and combo set as well as the possibility of flavor mixing. Each combo consists of chicken wings, drumsticks and two side dishes.

Din Tai Fung Restaurant @ Marina Bay Sands

Din Tai Fung is famous for its steamed dumplings. The branch at Marina Bay Sands is one of the best places in town to enjoy delicious dumplings at reasonable prices, despite its location.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Outstanding dumplings: People flock to Din Tai Fung for its delicious dumplings, and the main draw is the Xiao Long Bao. These delectable little dumplings come in four different variations: Steamed Pork Xiao Long Bao, Steamed Chicken Xiao Long Bao, Steamed Crab Meat & Pork Xiao Long Bao, and Steamed Truffle & Pork Xiao Long Bao. Each variation has its own unique and flavorful taste, guaranteed to leave a lasting impression.
• Best value dining experience: Although everything in Marina Bay Sands has a high price tag,  the pricing at Din Tai Fung is similar to other branches.

FOOD: Besides dumplings, Din Tai Fung offers many other delicious Taiwanese dishes, categorized as appetizers, snacks, soups, noodles and rice, vegetables, steamed buns, steamed snacks, desserts, beverages, and Asian delights.

FOOD ORDERING PROCESS: An efficient ordering process is a key feature of Din Tai Fung’s packed restaurant, fulfilling diners’ needs in an effective way. When requesting a table, diners are handed menus to peruse the offerings of the restaurant. Once orders have been filled out on an ordering card, it is quickly whisked away and food is brought to the table promptly and usually all at once.

MUST-TRIES:

• Xiao long baos
• Shrimp dumplings
• Chilli crab dumplings
• Pork buns
• Drunken chicken
• Steamed chicken soup
• Fried rice with porkchop
• Braised beef noodles

PRICES:

• Dumplings and side dishes cost from $7++
• Main dishes such as noodles or fried rice cost from $8++

Chicken Up

If you want to unwind with friends at a Korean fried chicken place, head yourselves to Chicken Up on Tanjong Pagar road. For first-timers who may ask “why we have to pay high prices just for fried chicken widely found in town?’ the answer is its excellent flavors and generous portions.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Fabulous chicken: At Chicken Up, the not-too-greasy, crunchy chicken skin and succulent, tender meat are what make the dish. Served piping hot on your table, Chicken Up’s crispy and lean version always makes people want more.
• Wide variety of fried chicken: Yes, it is the true world of fried chickens with the presence of many attractive names like Spicy Up Chicken, Mild Up, Curry Up, YangNyum, Soya Chicken, Andong Stew, Popcorn Chicken, and Suicide chicken. Each of them has unique and tasty flavors that will certainly change your minds about fried chicken.
• Chicken buffet: Available at $25 for all-you-can-eat chicken and additional $15 for all-you-can-drink beer. Chicken and beer lovers, this is one of your places.

MUST-TRIES:

• Spicy Up
• YangNyum
• Popcorn chicken
• Andong Stew
• Soya Chicken
• Ginseng chicken soup

SIDE DISHES: Complimentary salad and pickles are promptly served after being seated. Fishcake soup, cheese corn, and truffle fries are featured side dishes complementing well with fried chicken and beers.

BEVERAGES: Popular Korean drinks like Hite, Soju, Asahi, and Maggoli are available.

ATMOSPHERE: Chicken Up is a cozy restaurant, offering diners two dining areas –  indoor air-conditioned seating and an alfresco outdoor venue. In nice weather evenings, outdoor seating with a vibrant street view is an ideal place to chill out. The indoor area is adorned with the displayed beers and soju and made lively by Korean MTVs shown on a big screen.

OPENING HOURS: Opened as late as 2 am, Chicken Up offers chicken lovers the choice of having their favorites for either dinner or supper.

7 Best Korean BBQ Restaurants in Singapore Right Now

The Korean Wave, also known as “Hallyu”, has captured the fascination of Singapore following its successful reign in China and Japan. In every corner of the island, you’ll find fans of K-pop, K-drama, and Korean skincare, BUT! If we had to pick our favorite among Korea’s gifts to the rest of the world, all our votes would go to – drum roll, please…Korean Barbecue!

KBBQ, as it is fondly called, easily turns any meal into a colorful feast with its variety of meats, an assortment of side dishes or banchan, and, of course, soju. We rounded up the 7 best Korean BBQ restaurants in Singapore for all of you Hallyu fans (like us!).

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The Corner Place Korean BBQ (closed)

Famous for its Dong Chi Mi Gook Su, a healthy and traditional cold noodle soup, The Corner Place Restaurant has been a new destination for authentic Korean food lovers. Nestled in the corner of Marina Square food court, this restaurant offers a variety of classic Korean BBQ dishes at high standard of hygiene.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Dong Chi Mi Gook Su:  Nothing is more refreshing than a bowl of Dong Chi Mi Gook Su in a treat of grilled meats. Basically, Dong Chi Mi Gook Su is somen noodles served in water kimchi. Its clean, fresh and slightly sweet taste will make you refresh and ready for the next helpings of meats.
• Bibimbap lunch buffet: The Corner Place offers lunch bibimbap buffet at the price of $8.80 ++. Including rice, cooked meats (pork, chicken and beef), mushroom, raw lettuce, seaweed soup and various ban chan dishes like fried glass noodles, prawn crackers, cubed radish kimchi, kimchi, beanstrips and bean sprouts. All makes up a delicious bibimbap bowl which is worth the paying price.

Some Features

Smart grill system
Placed at an angel, The Corner Place’s grill plates are designed to let the extra oil drain off nicely and leave the meat crispy and less greasy.

Food range
Including beef bulgogi, marinated galbi, marinated chicken, non-marinated slices of beef and pork belly, pork collar as well as sausages. Besides meat, seafood is offered to satisfy those who are not big meat eaters.

Hot food section
There is a hot food section with plenty of appealing choices like rice cakes in kimchi sauce, kimchi fried rice and Korean pancakes available besides soup and plain white rice.

Drinks
Cherry juice, barley, lemon tea and iced water are included in buffet package. Beer, soju and some other drinks nicely placed in the fridge are charged separately.

Atmosphere
Settled down in a mall, the Corner Place maintains a high standard hygiene with a comfortable manner. Weekly music concerts on the big screen TV is to cater for fans of K-pop.

Service
At the Corner Place, you will feel comfort with the attentive and helpful staff. The staff constantly checks BBQ pans and change the aluminium foil where needed.

Must try
– Marinated short ribs
– Spicy pork
– Pork belly
– Ginseng chicken porridge
– Tteokbokki
– Japchae
– Kimchi
– Kimchi rice

Avg price/pax
$24

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Blue Garden Korean BBQ Buffet Restaurant (Closed)

Blue Garden Korean BBQ Buffet is a hidden gem in the heart of Tiong Bahru. This restaurant is just perfect for those would like to enjoy Korean BBQ in a tranquil ambience.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• The power of bulgogi: Meat, especially bulgogi, is the main draw of Blue Garden. Available in three types, bulgogi at Blue Garden is something to die for. Besides bulgogi, non-marinated meats such as Pork Collar, Beef Belly and Pork Belly are also worth a try as they are so fresh, sweet and tender.
• Wide selection of side dishes: There is a good selection of side dishes to whet your appetite and to refresh your taste buds between meat helpings. Banchan fans may take pleasure in tasting featured items like spicy rice cakes, kimchi pancakes, kimchi fried rice, fried chicken wings, cold salad, Korean ginseng chicken soup, seaweed soup, abalone porridge and kimchi.

LOCATION: The restaurant’s location at Tiong Bahru area, a home to numerous eat and drink attractions like Orange Thimble, Forty-Hands, Drips and ODP, is a plus point. You can spend the whole day at this area to enjoy a lot of things from dining, coffee, shopping to visiting bookstores.

ENVIRONMENT: The restaurant is equipped with air-conditioners to keep diners away from the heat generated by grill pans. The interior is simple yet clean.

MUST TRIES

• Bulgogi
• Beef Belly
• Pork Belly
• Fried chicken wings
• Drumlets

PRICES

• Buffet lunch: $19.90++/pax
• Buffet dinner: $26.90++/pax

RECOMMENDED FOR

• Large groups of friends
• Family

NOTES

• The air ventilation system works not so effectively to get rid of the BBQ smoke. So, a treat of BBQ should be planned as the last activity of your journey.
• Drinks are not included in the amount paid for free flow of food.

2D1N Soju Bang Korean Restaurant Review

Tanjong Pagar is known as Singapore’s “Little Korea Town” because of its bustling rows of vibrant Korean restaurants, clubs, and groceries. Aside from its history and charming architecture, there is one remarkable thing about this place: the queues of hungry diners waiting outside the eateries. 2D1N Soju Bang is one of those restaurants that have gained a steady following composed of locals and foreigners alike.

2D1N Soju Bang is run by Korean chefs who specialize in classic Korean flavors but also regularly throw in creative modern recipes. Bulgogi fries while waiting for your samgyupsal – sounds delicious, doesn’t it?

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Located in the colorful Tanjong Pagar: A visit to 2D1N doesn’t have to be all about dining because Tanjong Pagar itself is an interesting destination. The place was historically a sleeping village, with most of its charming architecture still wonderfully intact. Pro tip: take a stroll around Tanjong Pagar and marvel at the art and architecture to start burning that hearty 2D1N KBBQ feast.
• Affordable premium meat combos: The mouthwatering selection of meats include Wagyu loin steak, beef short ribs, and black pork belly. You can choose to go all-beef, beef-pork combo, and chicken-pork combo. Any combo you choose comes with complimentary dishes and, of course, the requisite banchan.
• Deliciously fun Korean treats with a twist: With its depth and complexity of flavors, Korean cuisine can’t ever be boring! At 2D1N, it gets even more exciting. Try their East-meets-West dishes such as bulgogi fries, carbonara tteokbokki, and kimchi pancake.

MUST-TRIES:

• Wagyu Loin Steak
• Spicy Chicken Feet
• Sea Snail Salad
• Sulguk Hangover Soup

LOOK & FEEL: The frosted glass doors may seem intimidating but once you get inside 2D1N, you will ease into the unassuming brick-lined interiors, all ready to feast.

NOTE: Get more value for your money by asking the staff about their ongoing promotions.

GETTING THERE:

• Buses: 143, 162, 166, 851
• Nearest MRT: Novena (NS20)

Mr Punch Public House Review

A toy world accompanied by a rooftop bar seems a not-much-related-combination, but it brings out an interesting experience on tasting different flavors. Things change from a world of children to adults within some steps. You may appreciate the meaningful features of each world at the end of your journey.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Unique location: Situated on the top of a toy museum, Mr Punch Public House is often perceived as either a weird thing, or an interesting place. No matter how it is adopted, it’s a perfect rooftop bar for you to enjoy a unique journey with good foods and drinks at reasonable prices.
• Nostalgic atmosphere: A nostalgic look created by vintage enamel advertising signs and sturdy wood furniture reminds us of beautiful memories of the past. This bar with its nostalgic atmosphere is also an ideal place to catch up with old friends, raise a glass and enjoy precious moments together.

THE BAR’S VIEW:
Mr Punch bar gives us a grand view over Raffles Hotel and Raffles City. The beauty of colonial glory from this iconic hotel and city area helps enhance the nostalgic atmosphere from your seats at the bar’s small outdoor area.

DRESS CODE: Smart Casual

AGE LIMIT:

• Men 23
• Ladies 18

NOTE: Mr Punch Public House is wheelchair friendly.

Loof Review

Nestled in lush greenery of a whimsical and playful space, Loof is the first standalone bar to chill out after work. Its menu provides local great bar food and specially crafted Southeast Asian inspired cocktails for a leisurely rooftop bar experience.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Great service: Service is a selling point of Loof. Patrons are welcomed by captivating smiles from friendly and attentive staff with the prompt serving manner.
• Fun game: Loof is one of the few places in Singapore for you to play Beirut (also known as Beer Pong), which makes you unbridled completely for a hang-out night.
• Great happy hour value: Available from Monday to Friday at the prices of $5++ on beer, house pour and wine from 5 to 5.59pm, $6++ from 6-6.59pm, $7++ from 7-7.59pm and $8++ drinks from 8-8.59pm. It’s a good deal to chill out with reasonably priced drinks prices after work here.

ATMOSPHERE:
Outdoor bar is an open-air concept area, spacious with plenty of seats while indoor seats are limited. A homey touch in tranquil ambience is created by ample leather seating and giant potted plants.

TIP:
The bar is opened at 17:00 offering cheap prices but increased 1 SGD every hour from 17:00 to 20:00. So the earlier you arrive on a weeknight, the better price you have.

RECOMMENDED DRINKS:

• Gummiberry (a fragrant concoction of forest berries, gin, Cointreau and French meringue)
• Chocolate martini

RECOMMENDED FOODS:

• Fried Mantou with Chilli Crab Dip
• Lamb Rack Lollipops
• Penang Padi
• Ramly Burger
• Singapore Sour
• Tuna Tartare Kueh Pie Tee

AVERAGE PRICE PER PAX: $20

Lantern Bar Review

Lantern is an elegant and stylish rooftop bar situated atop the stunning Fullerton Bay Hotel. It’s the perfect place to unwind after work with gourmet snacks, fine champagnes, signature cocktails, and wines. Let your hair down and enjoy the relaxing ambiance.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Bar by a gorgeous mosaic pool: Lantern’s main attraction is undoubtedly its stunning 25-meter rooftop pool, surrounded by elegant cane beach chairs and a 5m-wide bar, all set against a lush tropical backdrop. The gorgeous blue-tiled pool is a sight to behold, offering a refreshing oasis in the heart of the city.
• Beautiful view of Marina Bay: Located atop the five-story Fullerton Bay Hotel, Lantern offers stunning views of Marina Bay and its surroundings, making it the perfect spot to catch the daily laser light shows from Marina Bay Sands and special occasion fireworks.
• Laid-back atmosphere: Lantern’s ambiance is enhanced by its charming decor, featuring cushioned sunbeds for couples, polished wooden tables for groups, and lazy private cabanas with light, breezy drapes. The decked area is dotted with large candle-lit lanterns, creating a relaxed and inviting atmosphere.

DRINKS: A good selection of cocktails, champagnes, wines, spirits, and beers are on offer. Its signature cocktails are of Latin American theme.

• Cocktails: S$20 -S$30
• White: From S$24 per class, from S$98 per bottle
• Red: From S$20 per class, from S$98 per bottle
• Champagne: From S$178 – S$798 per bottle
• Distillery: From S$19 per class, from S$250 per bottle

THE BAR: Sitting at the waterfront end of the pool is the lantern-shaped structure bar. The main bar area is covered in canvas awnings, lighted with chandeliers, and cooled with overhead fans.

FOOD:

• Snacks & Buns: S$18 – S$43
• Cheese & Charcuterie platter: S$58
• Mains: S$36 – S$49
• Plant-based dishes: S$26 – S$28
• Ice cream & Sorbet: S$13 per scoop

LADIES’ NIGHTS: On Wednesdays, ladies have a chance to enjoy a free flow of vodka.

DRESS CODE: Semi-casual (flip flops are not permitted)

RECOMMENDED FOR:

• After-work drinks
• Girls’ night out
• Chill out

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