27 April 2012 (Friday)
Eat: Pho Stop
Light, fuss-free and oh-so-satisfying … that pretty much sums up Vietnamese cuisine. Pho Stop serves affordable, authentic Vietnamese staples like pho, spring rolls and grilled meats with rice. Remember to leave room for their homemade ice cream!
Location: 21 Tanjong Pagar Road, #01-01, Tel: 6221 4001
Opening Hours: Tue to Wed, 11.30am – 10pm; Thurs & Fri, 11.30am – 12am; Sat, 4pm – 1am. Closed on Sundays and Mondays.
Drink: Happy Hour at Fosters Restaurant
What’s better than Happy Hour? All-day Happy Hour, of course! Although Fosters is synonymous with good ol’fashioned steaks, this timeless steakhouse has upped its ante by introducing an all-day Happy Hour promo – mix and match any of your favourite alcoholic beverages for just $15++.
Location: 277 Holland Avenue, Tel: 6737 8939
Opening Hours: Daily, 11am – 11pm
Play: Shakespeare In The Park – Twelfth Night
We’ve talked about this ad nauseum, but only because it’s sooo good! Pack a basket of wine and nibbles, plonk yourself down on your tatty picnic mat, and start the weekend right with a rib-tickling romantic comedy, Shakespeare-style! Tickets available at http://www.sistic.com.sg
Dates: 25 Apr – 20 May 2012
Location: Fort Canning Park
Time: 7.30pm
28 April 2012 (Saturday)
Eat: Baifuting
This Saturday, how about treating your family to a sumptuous meal at The Beaufort Sentosa’s spanking new restaurant, Baifuting? Dishing out Cantonese favourites like braised whole abalone, stir-fried scallop with XO Sauce and whole deep-fried crispy chicken, it’s comfort food in a modern, stylish setting.
Location: 2 Bukit Manis Rd, Sentosa, Tel: 6371 1414
Opening Hours: Daily, 6.30pm – 10pmn
Drink: Que Pasa Australian Wine
Fans of Aussie wine should pop by Que Pasa – their wines of the month hail from Yalumba Winery in South Australia and Wignalls in Western Australia. Yalumba Bush Wine Grenache is a heady red with aromas of lavender florals and plum, while the Wignalls Unwooded Chardonnay is a citrusy combination of melon and lime. Cheers!
Location: 7 Emerald Hill Road, Tel: 6235 6626
Opening Hours: Mon to Thurs, 1.30pm – 2am; Fri, Sat & eve of public holidays, 1.30pm – 3am; Sundays & public holidays, 5.30pm – 2am
Play: I Am Nikon Day
Calling all shutterbugs and photo enthusiasts – Nikon is organising a photography weekend with plenty of interesting talks and presentations by acclaimed photographers. Look out for topics such as “Choose your own Adventure” by Scott A Woodward, “Travel Photography” by Alex Soh, “Underwater Photo Art” by Imran Ahmad, and “Wildlife Photography” by C.S. Ling. All talks and workshops are free, but priority goes to those who’ve registered. Register now at http://www.nikon.com.sg/iamnikonday
Dates: 28 & 29 April
Location: Raffles City Convention Centre, Level 4, Atrium Ballroom
Time: 11 am – 7 pm (Registration each day begins at 10 am)
29 April 2012 (Sunday)
Eat: Java +
Gourmands will have a field day at Jave+, with their wide selection of premium cured meats, cheeses, pickles and dips, alongside delectable homemade cakes, freshly-baked breads, sandwiches and salads. Their newly renovated open layout with wide, open spaces and natural light makes Java+ the perfect place to linger over coffee.
Location: Singapore Marriott Hotel, 320 Orchard Rd, Tel: 6735 5800
Opening Hours: Daily, 7am – 11pm
Drink: Champagne Cocktails
We’re loving all the awesome Happy Hour deals around the island! 10 Scotts at Grand Hyatt’s version includes 50 percent off all champagne and signature cocktails from 6pm to 10pm. Must-tries include delicious champagne cocktails like Rising Star, made with tequila, elderflower liqueur, a touch of sugar syrup, fresh starfruit and Perrier-Jouët (nothing less).
Location: Grand Hyatt Singapore, 10 Scotts Road, Tel: 6738 1234
Opening Hours: Daily, 7am – 11pm
Play: Buy Bye
This art exhibition, which brings together the works of six talented artists, is a social commentary on the increasingly materialistic attitudes seen in Asia. Definitely worth a visit for the thought-provoking themes!
Location: 63 Spottiswoode Park, Tel: 6338 7821
Opening Hours: Mon to Fri, by appointment only; Sat & Sun, 12pm – 6pm
