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L’etoile at 160 Owen Road: Lovely Setting, Disappointing Drinks

Posted on July 14, 2012 by bookjunkie

Service felt earnest at this pretty cafe said to be inspired by French style cafes in Japan. Disappointingly though, the food and drinks did not satisfy. Think my expectations have sky rocketed since trying out all the new idie cafes … Continue reading →

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Finding Serenity at our Botanic Gardens

Posted on July 11, 2012 by bookjunkie

After visiting the Gardens at the Bay, it left me longing for the more natural Botanic Gardens. So I implored to B to make a stop there one day. It was a brief stop but on the weekends the place … Continue reading →

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Flor at 2 Duxton Hill

Posted on July 5, 2012 by bookjunkie

Checked out Flor the famous cake cafe in Duxton Hill helmed by Japanese pastry chef Yamashita. To be honest we didn’t intend to go there but since Group Therapy was so crowded we thought we should try out a new … Continue reading →

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Yummy Sandwiches at Selfish Gene

Posted on July 5, 2012 by bookjunkie

I am hankering for the yummy ham sandwich at Selfish Gene Cafe. Tastes as good as what I’ve had at Cedele and at slightly kinder prices. The ambience at the cafe is much nicer too, although harder to get to … Continue reading →

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My Visit to Dean & Deluca at Orchard Central

Posted on June 28, 2012 by bookjunkie

Dean & Deluca is a culinary store that opened in 1977 in New York and is finally here in Singapore. It’s intention was to celebrate food. I always imagined it was older though, due to the frenzy surrounding it’s opening … Continue reading →

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Toffee Cider at The Pigeonhole (Duxton Hill)

Posted on June 19, 2012 by bookjunkie

My second time at the Pigeon Hole and it won’t be my last. Loved the gracious welcome we get here and the delicious toffee cider. It’s a haven when it’s packed to the gills everywhere else. Felt so at ease … Continue reading →

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The Plain at 50 Craig Road

Posted on June 16, 2012 by bookjunkie

I wanted to like The Plain so much but I guess it was just way too crowded when I checked it out. The boy who lead us in was very sweet. Very warm and welcoming service indeed – the best … Continue reading →

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Back to Group Therapy where the People are Nice

Posted on June 9, 2012 by bookjunkie

Been here twice and on both occasions we had the warmest service. Thanks to the lovely ladies there who made us feel at home. Each time it was a different girl. On this visit D urged me to have a … Continue reading →

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Forty Hands at 78 Yong Siak Street: The Best Iced Latte I’ve Ever Had

Posted on June 9, 2012 by bookjunkie

My sweet cousin treated me to the best iced latte ever at 40 Hands which is at Yong Siak Street. They put chain store coffees to shame. This revived area in Tiong Bahru has definitely captured my heart the way … Continue reading →

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Oriole with My Cousin

Posted on June 8, 2012 by bookjunkie

Had a lovely time at Oriole, which is just outside Somerset 313, although I’m afraid the air-conditioning was a bit too cold for my cousin. I on the other hand am a walking furnace so it was just nice for … Continue reading →

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Walking Along South Bridge Road & Stumbling Upon a Lomography Store

Posted on May 22, 2012 by bookjunkie

We were supposed to walk to Ann Siang Hill, but we kinda overshot and reached Duxton Hill. But it wasn’t a wasted stroll. Saw two brand new stores that I’ve never set eyes on before. Pho Stop which is a … Continue reading →

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Duxton Hill: Group Therapy

Posted on May 16, 2012 by bookjunkie

We both loved the laid back cosy feel at Group Therapy. If D had not alerted me, I would have totally missed the place. She saw the signboard and pointed it out to me. And I exclaimed that I had … Continue reading →

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Duxton Hill: Nasi Lemak at Wok & Barrel

Posted on May 14, 2012 by bookjunkie

Lately I have been on a quest for nasi lemak. Hardly imagined that Nasi Lemak served at a fancy Cafe could trump some of what I’ve tried at various hawker centres. But I dare say it did. In a way … Continue reading →

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My Second Visit to JCube

Posted on April 27, 2012 by bookjunkie

Hope you’ll read about my second visit to JCube. It was so crowded but I found a cafe that was an oasis.

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Greenwich V: Spiced Chocolate & Tea at Cedele

Posted on April 10, 2012 by bookjunkie

Nice view and the main reason why I like the restaurants at Greenwich V. The worst Cedele is the super cramped one at Raffles City Shopping Centre. I like plump chairs with generous cushioning. Well, sofas would be best and … Continue reading →

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The Fat Cat at Jalan Riang

Posted on March 5, 2012 by bookjunkie

Always find the sky beautiful when it’s threatens to rain hard. This was at Jalan Riang where you’ll find not one but three good places to eat. Tried out Jules and Wimbly Lu and now finally tried The Fat Cat … Continue reading →

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New Gelato Place at Marina Square called Alfero

Posted on December 22, 2011 by bookjunkie

Don’t know if it’s any good but here is a review and another.

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ION Christmas 2011: Paul Frank, Jams & A Skinny Santa

Posted on December 10, 2011 by bookjunkie

Looks like a gold xmas tree this year. One thing lazy me loves about Singapore is not having to climb up stairs. Is this Paul Frank store new? Haven’t been to ION in quite a while. Love the abominable snowman. … Continue reading →

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Jams at ION

Posted on November 15, 2011 by bookjunkie

Another quiet place to escape for tea.  It’s the cafe within the bookstore called Prologue (the upscale version of Popular Store).  Not much in terms of service, but from the cafe, the view of Orchard Road is pretty awesome.

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Escaping the Vivo Crowds at the National Geographic Cafe

Posted on November 15, 2011 by bookjunkie

I thought the dimly lit National Geographic Cafe at Vivo was cosy, although they were out of many of the teas on the menu. I also liked the not very strong and milky Coffee, which surprised me. It seems like … Continue reading →

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Wimbly Lu: The Pretty Little Chocolate Cafe at Jalan Riang

Posted on November 4, 2011 by bookjunkie

The brownies at Wimbly Lu are moist and rich. Be sure to share them. The fresh cream that comes with this brownie instead of the usual ice cream is a nice change. Isn’t the polka dotted plate so whimsical too. … Continue reading →

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Pacific Coffee Company at Red Dot Traffic

Posted on October 24, 2011 by bookjunkie

Pacific Coffee Company is a Hong Kong chain which started in 1992. You can use your museum ticket to get a 10% discount at the coffee place. Love the plush red velvet seats at Pacific Coffee Company which is also … Continue reading →

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