Tag Archives: Holland Village

Nutella Tart at Everything with Fries (Holland Village Branch)

Posted on June 3, 2012 by bookjunkie

Service was friendly enough, but I wasn’t that impressed overall. The Nutella Tart was ok I guess (my sister would love it as she likes her desserts rich especially chocolate ones). To be fair though we just came for dessert … Continue reading →

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Taking the MRT to Holland Village

Posted on June 3, 2012 by bookjunkie

It was our first time taking the new MRT line to Holland Village. But the sad thing is, Holland Village now feels old compared to some of the new places we’ve discovered. Holland Village from my teenage days seems to … Continue reading →

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Nasi Lemak at Holland Village

Posted on February 6, 2012 by bookjunkie

Just craving for nasi lemak for some time so had it at Holland Village. That’s the same stall where they sell the famous katong laska but I didn’t feel like laksa that day.  This nasi lemak is more Chinese than … Continue reading →

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The Circle Line Extension Brings the Crowds & is welcomed by Small Business Owners

Posted on October 9, 2011 by bookjunkie

[youtube]yACsbKNrHT8[/youtube] I think the increased accessibility is a good thing, although I haven’t experienced the crowd situation yet. Also pleasing to hear that small businesses may benefit.

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Thrilled About the Circle Line

Posted on October 8, 2011 by bookjunkie

Finally, the Circle Line extension is open. I am most excited about 3 stops on the yellow line: Botanic Gardens, Holland Village and Haw Par Villa. I can’t wait till the Circle Line becomes a full circle – I hope. … Continue reading →

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Cameras and Orchids at Holland Village Market

Posted on September 27, 2011 by bookjunkie

Very cool vintage camera store here. Loving the polaroids. The windmill at Holland V (that’s what we’ve been calling this area, since we were in school) is iconic. I wish that the whole area would be paved up and closed … Continue reading →

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Holland Village: Art, Books and Cards at Holland Shopping Centre

Posted on September 27, 2011 by bookjunkie

I like the peasant cotton blouses sold at Holland Shopping Centre. This very old mall is quite a nice place to browse, for clothes, shoes, and even art. We came here to escape from the scorching heat. At the first … Continue reading →

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Holland Village MRT

Posted on September 27, 2011 by bookjunkie

I’m loving the new MRT stop at Holland Village.  Parking is always a problem here as it’s a very popular area in Singapore. Can’t wait for the circle or yellow line as I call it, to be functional on 8 … Continue reading →

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#87. An MRT Line to the Botanic Gardens & More

Posted on September 26, 2011 by bookjunkie

I love how as time passes I find more things I can add to my 100 Reasons to be Happy in Singapore list.I can’t wait for 8 October 2011.  That’s when the yellow line of the MRT is extended to … Continue reading →

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Exploring Holland Village (Part 2 of 2)

Posted on April 20, 2011 by bookjunkie

I like walking through the old shopping centre at Holland Village and the base of which is Cold Storage which seems to have been here forever. I recall coming here when I was in Junior College, a lifetime ago. I … Continue reading →

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Exploring Holland Village (Part 1 of 2)

Posted on April 19, 2011 by bookjunkie

As we enter Holland Village on another super hot, blue sky day, you can see that construction of the MRT is still going on. I can’t wait for this stop on the yellow line to be ready. There is the … Continue reading →

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Elitism in Singapore: Samantha of Holland Village vs The Heartlanders

Posted on March 26, 2011 by bookjunkie

A caller, Samantha, who expressed that heartlanders were not cultured and should not come to Holland Village unless they behaved better has got many people in Singapore shocked and riled up. Reeks of elitism to me. Did she realize what … Continue reading →

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How Singaporeans Actually Feel About Expats in Singapore

Posted on March 4, 2011 by bookjunkie

I think I am not alone when I say that most Singaporeans have entertained the idea of migrating at some point or another and it’s our families or other circumstances that hold us back. We are annoyed with our government’s … Continue reading →

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Holland Village

Posted on October 18, 2010 by bookjunkie
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Oldest Shop at Holland Village

Posted on October 17, 2010 by bookjunkie

This shop has been here since I was in school.  There have been stories in the Newspaper that the owner is so rich that he’d rather continue with his shop than sell or rent it out, even though he’s been … Continue reading →

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MRT at Holland Village

Posted on October 17, 2010 by bookjunkie

I can’t wait.  It’s just opposite Wendy’s which is great news for Wendy’s. Another thing that prompts me to blog is that one day these photos, which seem modern, may become part of our collective historical archives. All these may … Continue reading →

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Guilty Pleasure of the Day – French Cafe Fare in Singapore

Posted on May 7, 2010 by bookjunkie

“Croque-Monsieur” Country rye bread toasted with Parma ham and Comté cheese, mesclun salad (I preferred the one I had at another cafe at Demsey Hill. A pity I didn’t take a picture as it was conducive with the cafe very … Continue reading →

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