Tag Archives: Plaza Singapura

June School Holidays: Dinosaurs Everywhere

Posted on June 6, 2015 by bookjunkie

I went to two malls and at both places saw Dinosaur exhibits.  First at One KM which has an adventure component which looked kinda scary to me – walking a rope with a safety harness far off the ground. And … Continue reading →

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CNY2015: Bikini Clad Goat Herder at Plaza Singapura?

Posted on February 2, 2015 by bookjunkie

The Marks & Spenser window display makes you turn your head so it’s pretty effective marketing.

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Underwhelmed at Tim Ho Wan

Posted on November 27, 2013 by bookjunkie

Even though I went with low expectations, after reading countless other blog reviews, I was still underwhelmed. I didn’t even feel like blogging about it but B wanted me to because he feels I should blog about not that great … Continue reading →

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At Plaza Singapura Again: thoughts about queues

Posted on July 14, 2013 by bookjunkie

Talking about pretty designs, I’m loving the new white Starbucks mugs with the embossed logo and wonder how much they cost. Finally got a seat at the Starbucks outlet at Plaza Singapura’s new wing. We came here to try the … Continue reading →

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Created Our Own All Day Breakfast at Bratz

Posted on May 7, 2013 by bookjunkie

The hot dogs here are so good and we were lucky this time. Somehow with the opening of Tim Ho Wan, and the new food wing at Plaza Singapura, this usually crowded cafe was not packed. We ordered the lovely … Continue reading →

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Yet to Try Tim Ho Wan as I Don’t Like Queuing

Posted on May 7, 2013 by bookjunkie

Perhaps I’ll try it one day and if I do I will definitely order the char siew pau which is my favourite tim sum item. B was very keen to try it, even take away, but the take away counter … Continue reading →

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Expected Better from Hoshino Coffee

Posted on January 19, 2013 by bookjunkie

Every time I passed this new cafe the queue was so long I told myself to forget it. This time I braved the queue. In the end I found out that part of the reason the queue is so long … Continue reading →

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CNY 2013: The Chinese New Year Buzz at Plaza Singapura

Posted on January 19, 2013 by bookjunkie

Last year I was quite impressed by the Starbucks dragon bear and this year I was excited to see them continuing with the theme. There was a bear with a green snake around it’s neck ala Britney Spears. But it … Continue reading →

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Plaza Singapura: French Style Crepes at Canele

Posted on December 24, 2012 by bookjunkie

The pretty name tempted me – Flowers of the Sea. Keep telling myself not to overindulge and then I do it again. French style thin crepes are so hard to resist. This came with chocolate ice cream and nutella. A … Continue reading →

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Tsukada Nojo at Plaza Singapura’s New Wing: Best Ramen Broth I’ve Had Yet

Posted on December 24, 2012 by bookjunkie

Been meaning to try out Tsukada Nojo (at the Plaza Singapura new wing) when we first saw it but it just seemed too expensive. This time we did and it was such a wonderful meal that I am eager to … Continue reading →

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The Bratz at Plaza Singapura: Hot Dog & Pancakes

Posted on November 30, 2012 by bookjunkie

I used to like the hotdogs at Ikea best, but if you want something that’s more authentic (substantial and not soft) and with a crunch I’d say the one at The Bratz at Plaza Singapura basement is the best. It’s … Continue reading →

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Canele at Plaza Singapura

Posted on November 29, 2012 by bookjunkie

This was my second time at Canele, but my first time at this outlet at Plaza Singapura’s new wing. Whenever I feel guilty I try to have salad. But this salad was doused in salad dressing. Mentioned this to D … Continue reading →

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Plaza Singapura: New Wing

Posted on November 29, 2012 by bookjunkie

B brought me to Plaza Singapura and I was amazed to see a new wing. I wonder how come he always knows when something new opens. He said it was just random thing as he spotted the new wing from … Continue reading →

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Plaza Singapura: Teatpots & Flasks with Faces

Posted on March 8, 2012 by bookjunkie

Saw these at one on the little cutsey stores at Plaza Singapura.

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Tea Cosy at Plaza Singapura

Posted on January 19, 2012 by bookjunkie

We had the set which cost just S$30 for two people.  The portions were very little but it was enough for us.  I guess petite is good when you don’t want to get too full. Even though the quality of … Continue reading →

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Gloria Jean takes the place of Society Cafe at Plaza Singapura

Posted on October 3, 2011 by bookjunkie

Shucks – I loved Society Cafe’s Latte which I found even superior to the boutique cafes like Oriole. Sad that the last time I went there, the guy behind the counter said they were undergoing closure. Well at least it’s … Continue reading →

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Spotlight at Plaza Singapura

Posted on September 8, 2011 by bookjunkie

My cousin C loves this place, because she’s pretty into crafts and has the patience and knack for it. I on the other hand, just love browsing and I know myself too well – these look nice to do, but … Continue reading →

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Plaza Singapura: Hot Dogs at the Bratwurst Shop

Posted on May 30, 2011 by bookjunkie

If you care for a real hot dog for lunch, then I would suggest this place at the basement of Plaza Singapura. The hot dogs will leave you stuffed and they have all the sauces too. The owners seem to … Continue reading →

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Plaza Singapura: Collectible Toy Art

Posted on May 30, 2011 by bookjunkie

I absolutely loathe shopping at the malls, but I do like looking at art and in this case it was collectible toys. It really is an art form and one of the shops even had a little museum section within. … Continue reading →

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Plaza Singapura: The Society Cafe

Posted on May 30, 2011 by bookjunkie

Didn’t want to stop here as it looked completely empty and I wondered if the coffee was any good. In the end I am glad I stopped to try it. The coffee was so much better than Starbucks and was … Continue reading →

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Plaza Singapura: The Perfectly Placed Tree

Posted on May 29, 2011 by bookjunkie

Seeing a lush tree in the midst of a concrete mall is just the best thing. Keeps me sane.

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Dim Sum at Crystal Jade

Posted on January 15, 2011 by bookjunkie

We keep returning to Crystal Jade because of the unpretentious service and good quality dim sum.  Also even though we were only a party of two they didn’t stick us in some corner or in between a bunch of people. … Continue reading →

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