Tag Archives: Kampong Glam

Back to Kampong Glam for Tea

Posted on January 8, 2014 by bookjunkie

The nasi lemak reminded me of what we would get in Malaysia but what is most comforting to me is the tea prepared by the experienced owner. Very humble settings next to the alcohol free perfume store. This sarabar stall … Continue reading →

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My Third Visit to the Children Little Museum at Kampong Glam

Posted on December 20, 2012 by bookjunkie

It’s still interesting when you come with someone who hasn’t been here yet. Nice to witness their reaction and the childhood memories it brings back for them. It was worth paying for the S$2 ticket again to see the upstairs … Continue reading →

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Walking Around Kampong Glam

Posted on December 20, 2012 by bookjunkie

One of my favourite areas in Singapore and I would recommend a walkabout here to any new visitor to Singapore.

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Best Teh Tarik in Singapore

Posted on December 20, 2012 by bookjunkie

Back at Kampong Glam for my favourite glass of tea in Singapore. The cafe which has no name but regulars will know where it is. Just opposite the Kampong Glam Cafe near Kandahar Street.

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Nasi Padang at Minang Again

Posted on October 3, 2012 by bookjunkie

I bugged B to bring us to Arab Street. Love this area. Although the ordering system at Minang can be pretty messy, according to B who does the queuing and ordering, they did help us bring the plates upstairs in … Continue reading →

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Best Teh Tarik in Singapore (Nameless Stall at Kampong Glam)

Posted on October 1, 2012 by bookjunkie

The elderly white bearded uncle at the little nameless tea shop, just opposite Kampong Glam cafe makes the best tea in Singapore hands down. It’s called a Sarabat stall (selling mainly drinks and run by mainly Indian Muslim owners) and … Continue reading →

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Singapore in a Week: My Wandering Feasting Checklist

Posted on May 9, 2012 by bookjunkie

Realize that all the food and wandering posts on my blog can be overwhelming for tourists. Have been meaning to do a must see list of sorts for some time, and then I got too overwhelmed myself. Finally got the … Continue reading →

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The Wonder of Kampong Glam

Posted on October 13, 2011 by bookjunkie

What a wonderful combination of bright Orange and hot Pink. The weathered cement floor adds to the beauty. Walking through a little alley, fringed by pots of bamboo. Feeling zen already. Oh dear, not bambi. Buying cloth. Arab Street with … Continue reading →

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Back Again at Kampong Glam

Posted on October 1, 2011 by bookjunkie

The majestic Sultan Mosque greets you at Kampong Glam. Beautiful architecture of the mosque gates. Latticed window. A humble street vendor. Noticed a new Gelato shop today. In the backdrop, the flat Gateway building. Noticed there is now a 2 … Continue reading →

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The Coolest Minaret Lifts at Golden Landmark Hotel

Posted on October 1, 2011 by bookjunkie

I was at the mall attached to the Golden Landmark Hotel. It’s quite an empty place, but there are several shops that sell mechanical watches, in particular vintage Rolexes. I think there has been some renovation here since our last … Continue reading →

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