Tag Archives: Orchard Road

CNY2015: Paragon

Posted on February 14, 2015 by bookjunkie

Saw some of the prettiest decorations and Chinese themed art sold here. Couldn’t help admiring the antique looking horse and the blue ox.

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Orchard Road Christmas Lights

Posted on December 23, 2013 by bookjunkie

Thought I should put up my Christmas photos before it’s too late and I don’t feel Chrismassy anymore. The Christmas peacock angel was my favourite. Isn’t her head piece just fabulous? Catch a glimpse of her just outside Tangs.

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7 Favourite Cafes in Town (Near an MRT)

Posted on August 1, 2013 by bookjunkie

Because coffee or tea and cupcakes, make a day even better. Wrote about it here.

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Krispy Kreme will open at Tangs

Posted on July 29, 2013 by bookjunkie

Just read about this on my iphone through the Straits Times. Finally. Have been waiting for ages and since then lost my craving for donuts. Still need to wait till mid October though. The last time I had Krispy Kreme … Continue reading →

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Revamped Shaw Lido Theatre: No More Mee Siam

Posted on October 18, 2012 by bookjunkie

Well, I guess it’s not that new, but I only recently checked it out. At first sight it looked much more pleasant but I quite miss the cheap local food options. We used to come here for Glory Mee Siam … Continue reading →

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Singapore: Always Something New

Posted on July 13, 2012 by bookjunkie

Just a little post about how Singapore is in constant flux. Prompted by the discovery of The Med the other day. Although it’s probably been here for ages and I’m living under a rock as usual.

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Vintage Cars at Orchard Central

Posted on June 22, 2012 by bookjunkie

B is a car person, me not so much. Sometimes he talks to me about cars and I drift away. I don’t even like driving so I’m glad he likes it. He does complain about the COE though and commented … Continue reading →

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Orchard Road Christmas Decorations and my thoughts about Crowds

Posted on December 9, 2011 by bookjunkie

There was this changing light that provided entertainment as you’re stuck at the traffic junction. The scene is constantly changing and nothing stays still in Singapore. It’s hard to even stop a while and it seems like if you don’t … Continue reading →

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Pink Christmas at Orchard Central

Posted on December 9, 2011 by bookjunkie

From this angle you can see how steep and high the Orchard Central escalator is. Goes up 3 levels. Seems like they are trying to call the place OC.  But OC makes me think of that show about teenagers in … Continue reading →

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Awesome Sculptures at ION: Frangipani & Bendy Woman

Posted on October 1, 2011 by bookjunkie

Not only is the ION structure gorgeous, I also adore the art installations that motorists can see from the road, because they are so huge. Just discovered that they are part of a series called Art Beyond Limits and will … Continue reading →

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Driving towards Orchard Road back in April when there was no Haze

Posted on September 13, 2011 by bookjunkie

The area around Orchard Road true to it’s name is quite an orchard. I would love to see town (our term since teenhood, for the shopping district) become more of a green oasis just like New York’s Central Park. I … Continue reading →

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The Haze is Back in Singapore

Posted on September 11, 2011 by bookjunkie

The Haze is back and I feel it in my throat. You can smell the smoke as well. If you suffer from respiratory disorders it’s best to stay home. The PSI reading has gone from good to moderate and you … Continue reading →

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Singapore’s Vertigo Inducing Escalators

Posted on September 10, 2011 by bookjunkie

I am purely distracting myself right now. Posting some photos I took at ION and Wheelock Place and going to write some words that seem a bit frivolous to me after what I went through this morning. I find writing … Continue reading →

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Tanglin Mall Floods

Posted on June 5, 2011 by bookjunkie

Unbelievable! This is one of my favourite malls too. There has been heavy rain before, but this mall has never flooded. Pretty shocking footage where it looks like it’s raining inside the mall. [youtube]nBk_zXvVuXo[/youtube] [youtube]QqDEyQdytmc[/youtube] I know it’s been raining … Continue reading →

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The Orchard Road Weekend Crowd

Posted on June 5, 2011 by bookjunkie

It’s always a human crush especially since it’s the school holidays and the weekend, plus the thing they call the Great Singapore Sale.

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Blogging About Chinese New Year 2011

Posted on February 1, 2011 by bookjunkie

It just dawned on me that I have blogged a ton about Chinese New Year 2011 – The Year of the Rabbit.  Thought I’d better be a bit organized since February is already here.  Here are all my Singapore CNY … Continue reading →

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CNY 2011 At ION, Wisma and Takashimaya, & New Eateries

Posted on January 30, 2011 by bookjunkie
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Chinese New Year Food Fair at Ngee Ann City (Takashimaya)

Posted on January 30, 2011 by bookjunkie

It was lively and crowded at Ngee Ann City (where department store Takashimaya is) and you could feel that Chinese New Year’s approaching. The Fair is on till 1 February, so hurry there if you want to buy your cookies … Continue reading →

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Chinese New Year in Town

Posted on January 13, 2011 by bookjunkie

I met my dear friend today and had such a good time just chatting. We both used to refer to Orchard Road as Town, and we used to come here to watch movies or have lovely meals after classes were … Continue reading →

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Last of the Christmas Decorations: Cows in Sheep’s Clothing

Posted on January 4, 2011 by bookjunkie

It always feels a bit sad when Christmas ends. It just seems like it didn’t last for long enough. Saw these amazing ones at Marche at 313 Somerset and also some pretty blue ones at Orchard Central. Loved how the … Continue reading →

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Singapore Daily Photos: Hot Day in Town Near Christmas

Posted on December 12, 2010 by bookjunkie

Inside Ngee Ann City to escape the heat.

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Singapore Daily Photos: Driving into Town, Lit Up for Christmas

Posted on December 11, 2010 by bookjunkie
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