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Sheerios (aka fans of Ed Sheeran), rejoice! The English singer-songwriter is hitting the road again, revealing a fresh set of international tour dates for...
Welcome to Time Out Singapore's 52 Weeks of #ExcitingSG – our commitment to showing you the best of what's going on in the city this week. Every Monday, a...
If you, like us, constantly struggle to get your brows on fleek then girl do we have news for you. Anastasia Beverly Hills is finally being stocked in...
Let October 15 go down in Singapore history as the day the music died. Blu Jaz Cafe announced that it received a Notice of Cancellation of its Public...
Welcome to Time Out Singapore's 52 Weeks of #ExcitingSG – our commitment to showing you the best of what's going on in the city this week. Every Monday, a...
Calling all K-beauty junkies, the Korean makeup brand I’M MEME is coming to Singapore mid-October, debuting across 10 selected Guardian stores. Known for...
The iconic French brand Chanel is back with Le Rouge, another curated beauty pop-up store in Singapore. The colour red – the signature shade of Gabrielle...
The world's best airport for six consecutive years – aka Singapore Changi Airport – has been teasing us with the opening of its new swanky megamall Jewel for...
The rumours are true – America's favourite burger stand is finally opening its doors in Singapore. The highly-anticipated Shake Shack Singapore flagship is...
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It's that time of the year where all of us are scrimping and saving to afford to go on a year-end vacation. But that doesn't mean you can't have any fun. From enjoying ticketless performances, art exhibitions and offbeat attractions to exploring Singapore's great outdoors and dining for free, here's how to live it up the city gratuitously. RECOMMENDED: 101 best things to do in Singapore and the top 10 things to do this month
When you get a nation that snacks, you get the most unique (and most delicious) selection of local snacks you can find. With flavours like kaya, curry and laksa, we reckon this is only the first wave of unique Singapore snacks we'll experience. Let's munch away. RECOMMENDED: Old-school childhood snacks we love in Singapore and the best traditional bakeries and cake shops in Singapore
There are new restaurants, cafés and bars opening up pretty much every day in Singapore and menus are constantly changing. This month, we've got crazy shakes and massive burgers from NYC, Marco Pierre White's first restaurant in the city that's quintessentially British and more. RECOMMENDED The 50 best restaurants in Singapore and the 50 best cafés in Singapore
Birthday cakes. Wedding cakes. Cheesecake. Chocolate cake. Cake for one. We sift through the best bakeries to present you with the best cake shops on the island. Don't worry – the perfect cake is not a lie. But if you want to lie to yourself about the calories you're consuming, go right ahead. RECOMMENDED: The best traditional bakeries and cake shops in Singapore and the best cafés in Singapore for dessert
Everyone loves a good burger every now and then. The way its juices trickle down the hand as you chomp down on a fluffy bun loaded with meat (we have vegan options too) and other decadent toppings – it's divine. Our quest for the best burger in Singapore is eternal. Here are some places we're really digging at the moment. RECOMMENDED The best communal dining restaurants for big groups and juice bars in Singapore
Artificial. Sickly sweet. Usually served with a wedge of unripe pineapple. Mocktails don’t have the best reputation among discerning drinkers. But what happens when you don’t feel like drinking and are dragged for a post-work pub gathering with the colleagues? Steer them to these bars and their wide range of non-alcoholic beverages instead. RECOMMENDED: 7 best bars for classic cocktails and 50 best bars in Singapore
If your evenings consist of enjoying live sets at these music venues, you're in for a treat. This year's concert lineup is looking mega with plenty of mainstream, underground, and downright nostalgic acts to catch. Here are the hottest upcoming concerts we're booking tickets for. RECOMMENDED: Upcoming performing arts events in Singapore and best live jazz venues in Singapore
There's a time to dine with big groups and there's a time to go el cheapo but when the mood for love hits, it's best to take it up a notch with a proper sit-down full-blown romantic meal. Whether you're planning for your first date, an anniversary or a regular date night out about town, here are our picks of the best value-for-money, romantically lit restaurants to wine and dine in Singapore. RECOMMENDED: Best sustainable dining restaurants in Singapore and the best rooftop bars in Singapore
There’s a reason why we’re called the Garden City. Besides impressive skyscrapers and air-conditioned shopping malls, we’ve also got hiking trails, farms and beautiful parks at every corner. With pockets of green everywhere, there’s always a reminder to take a breather. Time to get exploring! RECOMMENDED: The ultimate guide to Singapore's offshore islands and the best public parks for kids
Private dining is all the rage in Singapore these days. Stepping into a stranger’shome for dinner might sound a little crazy, but that risk is well rewarded at theseintimate dining rooms. Gather a group of friends – or make some new ones – aroundthe table and let these home chefs share their passion for cooking with you. RECOMMENDED Unique catering options in Singapore
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These city kids ditched Tinder and let us play matchmaker. Here’s a blow-by-blow account of their blind date
These city kids ditched Tinder and let us play matchmaker. Here’s a blow-by-blow of their blind date
These city kids ditched Tinder and let us play matchmaker. Here’s a blow-by-blow of their blind date
These city kids ditched Tinder and let us play matchmaker. Here’s a blow-by-blow of their blind date
These city kids ditched Tinder and let us play matchmaker. Here’s a blow-by-blow of their blind date
These city kids ditched Tinder and let us play matchmaker. Here’s a blow-by-blow account of their blind date
These city kids ditched Tinder and let us play matchmaker. Here’s a blow-by-blow account of their blind date
We set Fiona and Gamal, two self-professed foodies, up on a blind date. Find out how this epicurean adventure went
Ever wondered how the previous participants of our monthly Find Me a Date column are doing? Well, so have we
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It’s a given that Little India is colourful, vibrant and a hive of activity – but it’s also changing and gentrifying. There’s never a dull moment on this stretch, here are some of our favourite spots. RECOMMENDED: Where to eat in Little India
Making the most of its verdant beauty and space, the Bukit Timah stretch has always had a buzz about it. And now with the new Downtown line, this 25-kilometre long stretch has finally become accessible to all. These are just a few of its gems. RECOMMENDED: Guide to MacRitchie and Guide to Coronation
What was once Singapore’s sleaze central has smartened up big time thanks to classy new developments like Andaz. While the area is evolving into a mini CBD, it hasn’t gone all business-like just yet. With its mix old-and-new, here are some of our new (and old) favourite haunts. Still can't get enough of what this colourful neighbourhood has to offer? Check out the best cafes in Bugis or go on a bar crawl guide in Bugis when it gets dark out.
Ann Siang Road is home to restored shophouses that house clan associations, restaurants, bars and niche boutiques.
Singapore's infamous redlight district is the place to go your craving for the king of fruits and good food at any hour of the night.
Located within Bukit Timah, the area is home to the Singapore Botanic Gardens, and plenty of restaurants, cafés and shops.
Head to this ulu neighbourhood and check out the revamped Seletar Aerospace Park – chilling to live music or do some plane-spotting.
Hike up Windsor Nature Park and fuel up on prata, burgers, coffee and more at this stretch on Upper Thomson Road.
Named after Hugh Holland (a popular Dutch architect and actor) this laidback neighbourhood is popular with both locals and expats.
