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Common Man Coffee Roasters @ Martin Road, Singapore // Hipsters of Robertson Quay

October 25, 2016

Common Man Coffee Roasters, Singapore

Overpriced perhaps, but home to a unique enough menu that stands out from the typical Eggs Bennys of today’s saturated cafe scene in Singapore. And really, those steep prices are probably to cover the cost of the cafe being in such an upmarket location. That said, Robertson Quay offers a handful of other decent cafes – Toby’s Estate and The Book Cafe come to mind. But I think Common Man has been on everyone’s radar for a while. Anyway, I chanced upon the cafe during a work thing, and because it looked so gosh darn pretty, I decided to go back to try the coffee and food that very same week with James.

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The Coffee Daily @ Brighton Crescent, Singapore // Nostalgic neighbourhood fix

August 28, 2016

The Coffee Daily, Singapore

Just over a decade ago, I lived in a house just a stone’s throw away from Brighton Crescent. The Coffee Daily wasn’t around then (they launched in 2012, I believe). Today, the row of shophouses there have evolved somewhat. While the area is still a quiet and sleepy one, despite its close proximity to Serangoon Gardens, there’s definitely a reason to make a trip down, if only to see what the cafes here have to offer. Continue reading “The Coffee Daily @ Brighton Crescent, Singapore // Nostalgic neighbourhood fix”

Atlas Coffeehouse @ Duke’s Road, Singapore // It’s not just the coffee that’s good

July 30, 2016

Atlas Coffeehouse, Singapore

ATLAS COFFEEHOUSE draws large crowds on weekends, and because it is located very close to the sprawling Botanic Gardens, expect plenty of people decked out in activewear on their post-morning run high. There is often a slew of bicycles parked out the front belonging to expats who live in the Bukit Timah area. As a breakfast spot that opens at 8am, Atlas caters to the early birds. Most other cafes of similar calibre throw open their doors at around 10. By noon on a Saturday or Sunday, you might have to wait in line for a table – this is one foodie spot with a strong following. Continue reading “Atlas Coffeehouse @ Duke’s Road, Singapore // It’s not just the coffee that’s good”

Brawn & Brains @ Guillemard Road, Singapore // Surprisingly busy brunch spot

June 26, 2016

Brawn and Brains, Singapore

Brawn & Brains – an interesting name for a cafe. Located along Guillemard Road (a few blocks from my workplace), I’d always wanted to have brunch here, and for the longest time it remained on my ever-growing list of foodie haunts to visit. It’s a bit of a walk from Mountbatten MRT, maybe 10 minutes or so. By the time we got there, it was brimming with brunch-goers. Seems like plenty of expats frequent this place, not sure if that’s because of its location or if this cafe is just really, really popular with the expat community. Continue reading “Brawn & Brains @ Guillemard Road, Singapore // Surprisingly busy brunch spot”

Curious Palette @ Prinsep Street, Singapore // A dream cafe with Instagram-worthy food

June 1, 2016

Curious Palette, Singapore

Curious Palette is one of those tucked-away-in-plain-sight sort of cafes, with a unique layout and a spacious interior that throws subtle Balinese vibes and contemporary Melbourne-esque hipster influences at you. That’s not to say it offers you the norm when it comes to its food options – on the contrary, the menu it presents is contemporary and unique, with dishes that arrive in a state that is wholly Instagram-worthy. Order the Berry Ricotta Hotcakes and you’ll have a panicky moment where you think to yourself “do I really want to destroy such a pretty work of art with my fork of doom?”. There’s really no need for such dramatic thoughts – take one bite of the sweet, fluffy creation and you’ll find yourself being okay with decimating the whole thing and shovelling it all in your mouth. Continue reading “Curious Palette @ Prinsep Street, Singapore // A dream cafe with Instagram-worthy food”

Wimbly Lu Chocolates @ Jalan Riang // The Cosiest Little Neighbourhood Cafe

February 25, 2016

Wimbly Lu Chocolates, Singapore

Here’s yet another café within walking distance from our place, located on the same street as Rokeby Bistro. And like Rokeby, they do decent coffee. Wimbly Lu Chocolates is probably one of the best places to get dessert, but their weekend breakfasts aren’t half bad either. Prices are reasonable, service is lovely. Table sizes are compact, making Wimbly Lu incredibly ideal for lovey-dovey couples on romantic dates or small gatherings up to four. It’s a pretty cosy space with a red brick wall running one length of the narrow café, dark wood flooring, wrought iron ornaments, and a glass roof halfway down the back to allow natural light to flood the otherwise minimally lit interior. That’s +500 hipster points, I say. Continue reading “Wimbly Lu Chocolates @ Jalan Riang // The Cosiest Little Neighbourhood Cafe”

Mount Faber & the Henderson Waves Bridge – Southern Ridges, Singapore

February 15, 2016

Mount Faber, Singapore 2016

It seems we have subconsciously decided that our mission in life is to visit all the greenest parks and nature reserves in Singapore, if our past trips to Fort Canning Hill, MacRitchie Reservoir Park, the Botanic Gardens and the ridiculously-hard-to-get-to Sungei Buloh Wetlands have been any indication. Whoever said Singapore is just one huge concrete jungle has got it absolutely wrong. And our spontaneous evening visit to Mount Faber last week only reinforced the fact that if you’re willing to stray just a liiittle off the beaten path, you’ll come to realise that there is actually WAY too much green in this country. Continue reading “Mount Faber & the Henderson Waves Bridge – Southern Ridges, Singapore”

Monniker @ Balestier, Singapore // The Ultimate Steampunk Cafe

February 11, 2016

Monniker Cafe - Balestier, Singapore

My cousin recommended this place and even took us there himself, so of course I had high expectations. In a nutshell: no regrets! The food at Monniker is actually pretty decent. In fact, what I ordered went above my expectations. But before I get into the food, let’s talk a bit about the cafe itself. Launched halfway through 2015, Monniker is only just coming out of its fledgling stage. As an attachment to Aqueen Hotel Balestier, I’m guessing quite a number of the customers are guests to the country, but from what I’ve heard, plenty of locals have got their eyes (and taste buds) set on this place too. For a really good reason. Continue reading “Monniker @ Balestier, Singapore // The Ultimate Steampunk Cafe”