Take a culinary voyage through Singapore's vibrant streets and immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Singaporean culture. Discover hidden culinary gems, indulge in gastronomic delights, and uncover the best bars for your next holiday. From trendy cafes serving up unique brews, to chic bars offering innovative and iconic cocktails, our curated selection ensures you experience the ultimate fusion of taste and culture on your next Singapore holiday.
Bars
Long Bar – Raffles Singapore
The birthplace of the famous Singapore sling. First mixed back in 1915, this gin-based cocktail has been a hit for locals and tourists ever since. Relax in the laid-back atmosphere of Long Bar as you read up about the history of the iconic rosy-pink drink and discover its origin’s.
Republic Bar Singapore
Inspired by the buzzing pop culture of the 60’s, the Republic Bar displays modern cocktails with a throwback twist. Enjoy the taste of the era’s fashion, art, music and cinema inspired cocktails, such as, “Polka Dots,” “Mr. Smiley,” “The Velvet Underground,” and “Space Oddity.” With delicious food and treat options also available, this is a must visit bar for those wanting a blast from the past culinary experience.
Cafes
BaristArt Café
Emerging from Hokkaido, Japan, this concept café uses high quality imported Hokkaido dairy, giving their coffees that rich creamy taste with a touch of sweetness. For those wanting something to eat, you can still experience the Hokkaido produce with their dairy used in many deserts and a mouth-watering Hokkaido aged Wagyu Don also available.
Origin + Bloom
Nestled in a breath-taking garden haven, Origin + Bloom provides a menu of timeless classics and contemporary treats. Enjoy their signature cold drip coffee brews with a dessert such as the Salted Chocolate Orange Cake. After dining take a stroll around the beautiful Marina Bay looking out for the renowned “Merlion” standing tall across the bay.
Fine Dining
Labrinth Restaurant
With a Michelin Star to their name, Labrinth Restaurant is a must dine experience. Blending traditional recipes and modern dining to their locally sourced ingredients, this is the full Singaporean culinary experience. Find them on the second floor of the esplanade mall and enjoy some unbeatable shopping before or after indulging at this award winning restaurant.
CloudStreet Singapore
Intimately designed to encourage interactions between chef and guest, Cloudstreet prides itself on quality and seasonality with its remarkable dishes. Some of the current dinner options to excite your taste buds include:
• Beeswaxed Aged Pigeon, Figs and Endive, Madeira Jus.
• Tochigi A4 Wagyu, Bell Pepper, Fermented Soy
• Japanese Saba, Preserved Berry, Pickled Ginger
Visit
Chinatown
Besides the award-winning bars and restaurants, such as Rhubarb, Cure and Tippling Club, this district also represents Singapore’s vast cultural diversity. Walk up South Bridge Rd to experience some of the multi-religious and multi-racial culture and history from this community.
• The Buddha Tooth Relic Temple, exhibiting Buddhist art, culture and a museum, was built with mandala inspired architecture (representing universal connection).
• Located just a short stroll away sits Sri Mariamman Temple, the oldest Hindu temple in Singapore. With elaborate and intricate detailing, it truly is a must-see item for your next Singapore holiday.
• Next door, find the Masjid Jamae Mosque. Dating back almost 200 years, this blue mosque still holds religious classes in the Tamil language to this day!
Gardens by The Bay
Be amazed and reimagine nature at Gardens by the Bay. Lookout over the Marina at the Supertree Observatory or see the world’s tallest indoor waterfall at Cloud Forest. For flora lovers, enjoy the floral fantasy and flower dome, housing creative bouquet displays and exotic flowers from around the world.
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