Category: Visit Singapore – Things To Do In Singapore

Wondering what to do with your family this June Holiday? Look no further because Sentosa has it all planned out for you. Families, get ready for MEGA FUN this June holidays at The State of Fun! The island has prepared an exciting line-up of larger-than-life mega inflatables and installations on its beachfront, as well as returning favourites like movies by the beach, the iconic Merlion Magic Lights showcase and of course, mega deals across the island to keep you and your family entertained from dusk to dawn. Best of all, many of these MEGA Fun activities will be free!

Mega Inflatables For Everyone In The Family!

Palawan Beach will be transformed into an outdoor playground of mega inflatables and installations. With free admission to the Mega Inflatables Playground, you and your kids can look forward to lots of bouncing and sliding down giant inflatables including Singapore’s largest inflatable slide which measures 10m in height (three storeys), diving into a mega ball pool with more than 200,000 balls, wandering through an inflatable maze, as well as challenging yourselves on the traversing wall and balancing beam while having loads of water-oriented fun. 

“The June School Holidays is a great opportunity for families to take a break from their hectic routines and have some fun together. MEGA Fun at Sentosa promises to create happy and memorable moments with family and friends. Our diverse line-up of activities will transform Sentosa into an all-in-one MEGA playground with multi-sensory fun and entertainment brought to a bigger, brighter, and cheekier level. MEGA Fun is suitable for families with children of all ages, youths and groups of friends to experience the Sentosa brand of Fun,” said Ms Lynette Ang, Chief Marketing Officer at Sentosa Development Corporation. 

MEGA FUN Experiences & Memories From Morning Till Night

Apart from the outdoor Mega Inflatables Playground at Palawan Beach, you and your kids can also head to the iconic Palawan Pirate Ship, where gushing fountains, splashing water, slides and a pirate-head which sends buckets of water downwards at regular intervals will thrill everyone.

For photo buffs, go wild with upsized photo props which include two-metre tall giant deck chairs and mega pinwheels on Palawan Beach, and wow your social media friends with these unique backdrops.

When night falls, be entertained by the dazzling Merlion Magic Lights! show. The iconic and ever-popular light and music show return with a newly curated June holiday-themed show. Catch it daily from 2 June to 9 July, starting at 7.45pm, with 30-minute show intervals until 9.15pm. Two additional shows will be held on weekends, eve of public holidays and public holidays.

Alternatively, end your day at Sentosa with movie nights on Palawan Green. Back by popular demand, a series of family-friendly blockbusters will be featured from Thursdays to Sundays between 8 and 25 June, starting from 7.30pm.

From 12 June to 2 July, the Singapore Cable Car will also feature a special escape game in collaboration with The Escape Artist. Taking the escape game outdoors, you and your friends will have to race against time and solve challenging puzzles against the stunning backdrop of Sentosa Island, while traversing the on-island Sentosa Line.

Mega Deals for Mega Savings

This June will also see mega deals that give you maximum bang for your buck. Celebrate Fathers’ Day for Daddy with special promotions at various attractions such as KidZania Singapore, where they can enjoy quality time bonding with the kids.

Children will also find dining delights with exclusive menus and special discounts just for them. With more than 120 dining options, you will definitely find something to delight their palette.

Exploration FUN across Sentosa

Learning and having fun need not be mutually exclusive as Sentosa offers lots of other fun adventures on the island. Start your island adventure at Fort Siloso, Singapore’s only preserved coastal fort, through the Fort Siloso Skywalk, a treetop trail set 11 storeys above ground. With a newly revamped Surrender Chambers that opens for free admission on 8 June, you and your loved ones can immerse in an experiential journey through history, guided by light and sound effects through the six interactive zones.

You should also check out Sentosa Nature Discovery, where your family can embark on a hands-on journey of discovery teeming with birds, insects, other wildlife and plants in all manner of different habitats. Don’t forget to check out the free performance at Animal & Bird Encounter where our exotic parrots, mischievous macaques and majestic birds-of-prey delight with tricks and antics.

More information on Mega Fun at Sentosa and updates on Sentosa’s June programme line-up and promotions can be obtained at www.sentosa.com.sg/megafun or through their hotline at 1800-SENTOSA (6736 8672).

Heading to Singapore on a budget? This should not stop you from experience the best cuisines on the island. Singapore is one of the rare countries in the world that offers Michelin star restaurants that fit every budget. In fact, you will be surprised that this Little Red Dot actually has the cheapest Michelin star restaurant worldwide: our ‘Hong Kong Soya Sauce Chicken Rice & Noodle’ presents a 1 Star Michelin dinner for just S$7! Savings platform CupoNation did their homework and came out with a comprehensive guide for 9 affordable Michelin Star restaurants that cost less than S$150 in Singapore! If you are still a student and want to check out the best Singapore can offer but lack time to do so, try writing services online.

Restaurants Rating & Menu Price

There is a total of 29 Michelin restaurants in Singapore and we are talking about a variety of cuisine types. Out of these 29 restaurants, 22 are awarded one star and offers an average price of S$158 for a dinner menu. Here you can find the cheapest option also mentioned above, which is ‘Hong Kong Soya Sauce Chicken Rice & Noodle’ with a dinner for S$7. 6 restaurants are awarded 2 stars, and an average dinner menu of around S$290. The most expensive menu is to be found in the only 3-star restaurant in the city, ‘Joël Robuchon’ at S$498 for an 8-course French contemporary menu.

Skimp On The Price, Not The Food

Always wanted to savour a 2 or 3 star Michelin star experience without having to pay too much? You can always opt for a lunch instead of a dinner and still enjoy a variety of dishes (although usually smaller) at prices that can be as much as 4 times cheaper than the dinner menu in the same restaurant. Here are 9 restaurants you can visit for under S$150 for a dinner menu!

1. Hong Kong Soya Sauce Chicken Rice and Noodle

Address: 335 Smith Street Singapore 058972 | Cuisine Type: Street Fare | Dinner Price: S$7 | Michelin Rating: 1 Star | Public Rating: 4/5

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2. Hill Street Tai Hwa Pork Noodle

Address: #01-12 466 Crawford Lane Singapore 190465 | Cuisine Type: Street Fare | Dinner Price: S$10 | Michelin Rating: 1 Star | Public Rating: 4.1/5

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3. Crystal Jade Golden Palace

Address: #05-22 Paragon Shopping Centre, 290 Orchard Road Singapore 238859 | Cuisine Type: Chinese | Dinner Price: S$56 | Michelin Rating: 1 Star | Public Rating: 4.3/5

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4. The Song of India

Address: 33 Scotts Road Singapore 228226 | Cuisine Type: Indian | Dinner Price: S$69 | Michelin Rating: 1 Star | Public Rating: 3.7/5

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5. Lei Garden

Address: 30 Victoria Street Singapore 187996 | Cuisine Type: Cantonese | Dinner Price: S$80 | Michelin Rating: 1 Star | Public Rating: 3.9/5

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6. Putien

Address: 127 Kitchener Road Singapore 208514 | Cuisine Type: Fujian | Dinner Price: S$82 | Michelin Rating: 1 Star | Public Rating: 4.1/5

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7. Candlenut

Address: Block 17A, Dempsey Road Singapore 249676 | Cuisine Type: Peranakan | Dinner Price: S$103 | Michelin Rating: 1 Star | Public Rating: 4.1/5

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8. Summer Pavilion

Address: 7 Raffles Avenue Singapore 039799 | Cuisine Type: Cantonese | Dinner Price: S$103 | Michelin Rating: 1 Star | Public Rating: 4/5

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9. Terra

Address: 54 Tras Street Singapore 078993 | Cuisine Type: Italian – Japanese Fusion | Dinner Price: S$150 | Michelin Rating: 1 Star | Public Rating: 4.4/5

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We hope you enjoyed our list of restaurants under S$150 for Michelin experience in Singapore! Do share with us your personal experience in the comments section below! Here are also some Cafes in Bugis must visit

Resorts World Theatre will be cooking up a feast this June with Resorts World Sentosa’s (RWS) brand new original mid-year blockbuster theatrical production, CHEF: Bibimbap vs Chilli Crab (厨神: 韩国拌饭决战辣椒螃蟹). Celebrity twin starlets – Jayley (胡佳琪) and Hayley Woo (胡佳嬑) will be performing together with some of the top talents from the South Korean performing arts circle. Given a refreshing Singaporean spin, this language-agnostic comedic live show also heralds RWS’s first collaboration with Persona Inc., a leading South Korean production company helmed by Choi Chul Ki (崔喆基), an acclaimed director which is also the executive director for CHEF: Bibimbap vs Chilli Crab.

The show is a brand new adaptation of action-comedy musical CHEF which has taken the world by storm with its string of sold-out shows globally. Directed by Chul Ki, CHEF: Bibimbap vs Chilli Crab is a non-verbal live theatrical performance that deliciously blends drama, action and music with food and cooking as its centrepiece. With energetic beat-boxing and rousing acapella, this outrageous kitchen drama will provide you with a fully immersive theatrical experience that engages all five senses, complete with madcap humour, animated music, b-boying, acrobatics and martial arts.

With the stage creatively transformed into a kitchen, CHEF: Bibimbap vs Chilli Crab pits two teams of chefs against each other as they whip up cuisines from different countries, culminating in an epic showdown between the rival head chefs who will compete in a cook-off to unveil the pride of their respective signature dishes: Chilli Crab and Bibimbap!

“Hallyu or the Korean cultural wave has gained much popularity and following globally including Singapore and around Southeast Asia. Besides, Singapore is well-known for its diverse food culture and world-renowned delicacies. By combining these two powerful ingredients in this world-class production, we have a very compelling and unprecedented theatrical showcase that will be part of the audience’s memorable experience at Asia’s premium lifestyle destination resort. We invite everyone to join us for this theatrical experience that promises to surprise, tease and titillate all senses, and make them very hungry at the same time,” said Mr Khoo Shao Tze, Vice President for Entertainment, RWS (圣淘沙名胜世界娱乐统筹副总裁, 邱韶智).

Mr Choi Chul Ki, the pioneer of “eat-ertainment”

Well-knowned as the pioneer of “eat-ertainment” and language-agnostic live show concepts, Chul Ki is the original creator of the first non-verbal top-rated musical, NANTA, South Korea. Always at the forefront of cutting-edge and experimental theatrical styles, Chul-Ki has gone on to produce other critically acclaimed show extravaganzas including BEAT, JUMP and CHEF. With CHEF, apart from incorporating the indigenous Korean food culture into a live show, Chul Ki also aims to demonstrate the spirit of mixing and harmony in Bibimbap, the national Korean dish, through “eat- ertainment”.

Since its first show in 2009, CHEF, regarded as the most delicious performance in the world, has played to audiences across the world including Indonesia, South Korea and Scotland. The Evening News, UK, described the live show as “A blend of anarchic comedy and visual delight!” while Metro, UK, raved, “A delicious confection!”

Audiences invited on stage to interact with the talented cast

Not only will you have the chance to go on-stage to interact with the amazing cast and be part of the unfolding story, you will also be actively engaged in deciding the winner between the Red Chef and the Green Chef in their final culinary battle, adding more spice and spontaneity to the live theatrics.

Jayley and her twin celebrity sister, Hayley Woo, will take turns to perform the role of the adorable and effervescent Cutie Chef – a soprano with multiple characters, during the show run. “It’s really an honour to be able to work with top-notch performers as well as a director from South Korea. I’m psyched to begin training with them and to absorb everything I can within the upcoming month! I can’t wait to share what I’ve learnt and I know I’ll definitely enjoy every moment of it”, said Jayley, a popular Mediacorp performing artist, on her involvement in CHEF: Bibimbap vs Chilli Crab.

Sharing the excitement of her sister and soon-to-be co-star, Hayley stated: “It’s really a dream come true for us sisters, to be able to be part of a theatrical production like this. We have been dreaming about wanting to train in Korea even before the KPOP wave hit Singapore. Knowing how high the standards are for one to make it in the Korean entertainment industry, I’m really looking forward to the training there. This is such an amazing chance for the both of us, I’m truly honoured and blessed.”

Together with them are other equally outrageous, hyperbolic and madcap chef personalities such as the pugilistic Green Chef played by Woo Young Wook (禹泳旭), the curvaceous Sexy Chef played by Ko Eun Hee (高恩熙), and hunky Iron Chef played by Lee Sung Min (李聖敏). 

Savour chilli crab tarts during the performance!

Lifting the concept of eat-ertainment to a new high, award-winning RWS Executive Pastry Chef Kenny Kong (圣淘沙名胜世界行政糕点主厨江定佳) has specially created a new pastry snack for the global premiere of CHEF: Bibimbap vs Chilli Crab. In a divine stroke of genius, he has created the distinctive Chilli Crab Tart – a heavenly delectable tart topped with a succulent Singapore chilli crab filling that will tickle audiences’ taste buds further.

This yummilicious pastry can be purchased at Resorts World Theatre’s food and beverage counter during the weekends. Guests who purchase the weekend VIP category S$118 tickets and Category One S$98 tickets will each receive a complimentary Chilli Crab Tart and a can of Coke.

CHEF: Bibimbap vs Chilli Crab (厨神: 韩国拌饭决战辣椒螃蟹)

Global Premiere: 10 June 2017 (Saturday) | Running till: 22 July 2017 on selected nights at 8pm and selected weekends’ matinees at 2pm | Duration: 75 minutes (no intermission) | Venue: Resorts World Theatre, Resorts World Sentosa

Tickets are priced at S$38, S$48, S$78 and S$98. Prices exclude SISTIC booking fees and handling charges. Tickets can be purchased via: (65) 6348 5555 | www.sistic.com.sg | Resorts World Theatre Box Office.

CHEF: Bibimbap vs Chilli Crab is set to bowl Singapore over, only at Resorts World Theatre (名胜世 界剧场) for a total of 32 shows. Tickets are now on sale.

DBS Marina Regatta will dazzle Singapore with yet another first-of-its-kind experience on 4 June evening. As the grand finale to the DBS Marina Regatta 2017, DBS will partner Intel to bring to audiences at the Marina Bay a tightly choreographed mass drone display that celebrates the fusion of technology and artistry. As the first Intel® Shooting Star™ drone fleet public performance in Asia, 50 drones will light up the skies in front of the Marina Bay Promontory in a three-minute performance at 8.15pm on 4 June 2017.

Steered in dynamic formations, these 50 drones will present different shapes and colours to showcase a bespoke animation designed specifically for DBS Marina Regatta 2017. Dancing in mid-air to a specially commissioned musical piece by Singaporean composer and music producer, Eric Wong, the show promises to awe with stunning precision and finesse. These drones also recently made headlines around the world and went viral on social media after they were deployed in Lady Gaga’s Super Bowl Halftime performance in the US earlier this year.

Compared to traditional fireworks, these drones are purpose built for light shows and are inherently environmentally friendly. Made of flexible plastic and foam, the drones weigh about 11 ounces and the propellers are covered by protective cages. Each drone is also equipped with built-in LED lights that can create over 4 billion colour combinations. Just one pilot is required to control the entire fleet of drones.

This year’s regatta will also bring you the following first-of-its-kind experiences:

1. SEA’s Largest Ever Pop-up Urban Beach

Hailed as SEA’s largest Pop-up Urban Beach, it is twice the size of last year’s urban beach at over 21,000 sq ft – or the size of 1.5 Olympic pools and can fit up to 2,000 people!

Bali beach club Potato Head will be feeding beachgoers with their legendary Coconut Bar here for the first time, complete with their signature uber fresh coconut cocktails and beers. You must get some of Three Buns’ gourmet burgers to complement your drinks!

2. SG’s largest inflatable water obstacle course – Battle Bay

Challengers will have to navigate their way through rope swings, monkey bars, balance blocks and walls. The 9 obstacles course will test their agility, speed and strength. Up for grabs is SGD 8,000 in prize money for the fastest individuals and teams. The best team and individual will also win a trip to Beijing.

3. SG’s biggest pop-up interactive art experience, Bay Dome

At 7.5 metres tall, take in Singapore’s largest pop-up interactive art experience where you can customise your own artwork and watch it come to life within the dome.

4. Bay Eats– Offerings from Singapore’s top young chefs

The Local People returns to DBS Marina Regatta 2017 as curators of the food village. Weave through award-winning food stalls to sample food from top new eateries in town such as the “Neo-Sin” restaurant Labyrinth, French eatery Garçons, The BellJar, Leng Leng ice cream and more.

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5. Play Dome – Play in the day, party at night

Standing at an epic nine metres tall, the Play Dome is the spot to be from day to night with lululemon athletica and Ultra Music Festival. Work on your stamina with free lululemon-curated classes by Yoga+, WeBarre and Eat Train Love!

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At night, party hard at the DBSMR X Ultra Countdown Party which takes place exclusively at the regatta from 7pm to 10pm on Friday and Saturday evening (2 & 3 June). Featuring three Ultra Music Festival deejays each night such as Dubvision, Crossnaders, Raiden, Jade Rasif, Moe and Myrne.

(For 18 years and above. Charges are SGD 15 per entry, inclusive of a free drink at the Play Dome bar. DBS Live Fresh cardholders get priority access)

In 2013, DBS committed a total of SGD 22 million to enlivening the Marina Bay area over six years. Since then, as part of the bank’s continuing efforts to bring the Bay to the people, and the people to the Bay, DBS-run and sponsored initiatives such as the DBS Marina Regatta, DBS Marina Bay Sailing Programme, POSB PAssion Run for Kids, and its other complimentary cycling and yoga activities have attracted more than 500,000 to the Bay – transforming Marina Bay into a bustling hub of activity. 

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For the first time ever, Peranakan Festival which runs over four weekends (27 – 28 May, 3 – 4 June, 10 – 11 June & 17 June) from 11am to 6pm will be held at Claymore Connect in Orchard Road Singapore. You will have the chance to immerse yourself into the fascinating world of the Straits Chinese community and be entertained by performances, art and craft workshops, exhibitions and cooking classes! That is not all, you will also get to savour a sumptuous high tea at Claymore Connect and The Peranakan Restaurant like a true blue Peranakan!

These Joget Joget weekends highlight the Peranakan love for dancing. At the festival, you will get to watch Dondang Sayang, a traditional love ballad performance which Baba and Nonya singers engage in a witty, humorous exchange of Malay pantun (poetry).

Food lovers will be delighted by the showcase and free sampling of traditional desserts, cookies, sireh and betel nut. Folks who are keen on whipping up a Peranakan fare can sign up for cooking workshops which come with a personalised certificate and a recipe card for just $50. You will get to learn the secrets behind the hard-to-find Nasi Ulam, a delectable rice salad of raw herbs and vegetables, fried fish and salted fish, that have to be finely julienned and minced and takes hours to prepare.

One of the most popular item in the month-long programme would be the weekend Peranakan Joget Joget High Tea at The Peranakan Restaurant, where local favourites like mee siam, kueh pi tee and nasi ulam accompanied by Malacca kopi-o and Malacca milk tea will be served.

Your little ones are not forgotten. They can get into the Peranakan art and craft workshops like stamp carving, silk screen printing and book cover art, where they will be guided to create a Peranakan-inspired composition. There will also be a demonstration on how to make Bunga Rampai, a potpourri of fresh pandan leaves and flowers, traditionally used on special occasions.

There will also be exhibitions of Peranakan culture and art which highlight the community’s heritage. One of which is the game of cherki played by Nyonyas in the past. This popular card game, which originated from Malacca, was usually accompanied by gossip around the table, swapping recipes and chewing betel nut.

Show reels of Peranakans of yesteryear will be used to form a visual backdrop to the event. You and your loved ones can have fun dressing up in Nonya or Baba traditional costume and taking their photo in front of different photo walls around the mall. Traditional kebayas can be rented at just $30 for the photo opportunity. There is also a set of spectacular traditional wedding garments for rental for photo-taking opportunities. Folks who would like to own a piece of intricate Peranakan costume, specially designed kebayas, sarongs, kerosang (brooches) and kasut manek (beaded slippers) are available for sale during the festival.

Take home some Peranakan flavour by picking up nonya kueh chang, traditional cookies, furniture, porcelain and batik tablecloths. You may also purchase crystal glassware, sarong kebayas and antique furniture originally used in Peranakan households in the 1920s.

Besides merry making, the festival is also committed to including those who are less privileged. On Saturday, 3 June, the second weekend of the festival, 100 elderly folks and 35 children from Redhill neighbourhood Lengkong Bahru will be invited to visit the festival and enjoy high tea at The Peranakan Restaurant. This effort is in conjunction with volunteer group saturdays@lengkongbahru . On 4 June (Sunday), 100 beneficiaries from Prison Fellowship Singapore will also be hosted for high tea.

The Peranakan Festival:

Date: 7 – 28 May, 3 – 4 June, 10 – 11 June & 17 June 2017 | Time: 11am to 6pm | Venue: Claymore Connect, 442 Orchard Road, Singapore 238879 | Admission: Free admission to exhibitions. (Workshops, high tea and Peranakan costume rental are chargeable) | Workshop Tickets: tpfestival.peatix.com | Website: www.theperanakanfestival.com | Facebook: The Peranakan Festival |Tel: +65 6262 4728

Please see the programme highlights below:

Reserve your weekends to experience the authentic Peranakan culture in Singapore!

Known in other countries as the Ultimate 5k Running and Music Festival, Music Run by AIA 2017 is coming back to Singapore on 6th May 2017. This phenomenal and futuristic run at Sentosa Island is an award-winning event that offers a unique total music immersion experience and has been making waves all over the world, including multiple sold-out events in Asia in 2016 and new tour dates announced in India, Europe and South Africa this year. The Music Run 2017 by AIA is set to be bigger, better and even more amazing than 2016 with a variety of fun activations and photo opportunities to ensure Music Runners enjoy a rocking good time.

The Music Village

The village will opened to Music Runners at 3.30pm. Besides being treated to endless music and fitness- inspired entertainment, home-grown singer-songwriter Nathan Hartono will also be perform energetic pop jazz tunes on the main stage of The Music Run by AIA for the first time this year.

Music Runners can also treat themselves to a full load of fun and exciting activities which includes bubble football, giant slide and an inflatable climbing wall. Presenting Sponsor AIA Singapore will host fun and challenging activities such as Plank Challenge, Blender Bikes and a Trampoline photo booth with cool prizes to be won at the AIA Vitality Get Active zone at the Music Village. Runners can also try their hands at being a 1-min DJ or get a hydro-tattoo for free! Plus, AIA is adding a future- focused touch this year with the introduction of an Augmented Reality (AR) APP which allows Music Runners to trigger AR filters by scanning special markers or signs in the AIA@Music Village, AIA Rock Highway and AIA Electric Avenue.

That’s not all. More surprises and rewards await runners from event partners – Music Runs can take part in music-themed competitions at the AirAsia booth, enjoy attractive discounts at the PUMA pop-up store and quench their thirst with Gong Cha bubble tea. Lucky Music Runners can also stand a chance to win prizes sponsored by CREATIVE and PUMA! Before the run commence, Music Runners will have a chance to stretch their muscles with a mass Warm-Up session before proceeding onto the 5KM Soundtrack.

The 5KM Sound Track

The Sound Track is a five km running course lined with over 120 speakers that pump out the very songs that Music Runners voted for across five different music zones. Each zone will feature cool activations and great photo opportunities for Music Runners. The first KM begins with the AIA Rock Highway which will feature a gigantic rock band display where everyone can be a rock star for the day.

In the Pop Street, runners will be treated to a “red carpet experience” along to the latest pop tunes. In the third KM, runners will be invited to take selfies with old school doppelgangers along Memory Lane, which plays old-school music that often draws cheers from everyone.

AirAsia will provide also surprises along the AirAsia Hip Hop Alley where only the smoothest R&B and hip hop beats reside. In the final KM, runners will be dancing along to electronic dance hits in the AIA Electric Avenue featuring a pop-up disco tunnel and a live DJ in the air.

All the songs pumped out across the 5KM route are selected by the Music Runners themselves through a bespoke voting app developed by Spotify on the official Singapore website. Music Runners can continue running to Spotify after the race. Official sponsor, Singtel, is offering Spotify Premium to Music Runners at an exclusive rate of just $1 for the first 3 months without any data charges on Singtel Music when they sign up for the run.

The After Party

Folks returning from their run will join the run’s After Party which feature returning radio house DJ Sam Withers (Aus). He was a big hit in last year’s after-run event and will be spinning the hottest tunes of 2017 at the Ultimate Music Festival.

The Music Run has been bringing the beat since 2014, winning fans the world over from Texas to Bangkok. Since then, the run has drawn more than 100,000 runners across 12 events and nine countries. Tickets start from SGD60 and include a T-shirt, Bag, Sticker, and Tattoos. Event pack collection is from 28 – 30 April between 10.30am-10.30pm at Capitol Piazza B2.

Starbucks just announced the opening of its 1st 24 Hrs Starbucks Reserve^TM Coffee Bar at United Square Singapore. Besides offering an immersive coffee bar that brings you closer to their coffee and Starbucks baristas than ever before, this brand new store will also debuts the state-of-the-art Black Eagle espresso machine and Nitro Cold Brew on tap. 

Featuring rare, small-lot Starbucks Reserve™ coffee beans roasted at its Starbucks Reserve™ Roastery in Seattle, the Reserve coffee bar gives baristas – all certified Coffee Masters a chance to engage with you over a variety of brewing methods: Siphon, Chemex, Pour-Over, Coffee Press and Black Eagle. In addition to the classic Starbucks menu, the store will also feature specialty beverages that showcase Starbucks Reserve™ coffees: Reserve Americano, Reserve Latte, Reserve Cappuccino, Reserve Cortado, Reserve Espresso and Reserve Espresso Macchiato.

At the store, you can sample exceptional coffees from around the world. In the hands of Starbucks skilled baristas, the Black Eagle espresso machine delivers a smooth quality and consistent taste profile. Starbucks Reserve beans are only available in limited quantities. Updated seasonally, you will be able to experience different tastes and coffee origins with their usual beverages – be it a Reserve Latte or Reserve Cappuccino.

“As we celebrate our 20^th year in Singapore, we wanted to create a cutting-edge store that showcases Starbucks heritage in sourcing, roasting and serving our premium coffees. Since we opened our first local store in 1996, we have been committed to providing our customers with exceptional coffee experiences. Today, the Starbucks Reserve^TM Coffee Bar lets the craft of coffee take centre stage and we hope it invites a deep exploration of coffee by customers,” said Murray Darling, managing director, Starbucks Singapore.  

Taste Starbucks Cold Brew & Nitro Cold Brew

Following the successful nationwide launch of Starbucks Cold Brew in 2016, the United Square store will debut Nitro Cold Brew. Nitro Cold Brew takes the existing Starbucks Cold Brew recipe to the next level, infusing it with nitrogen to unlock the super-smooth, natural sweetness of the coffee. Served from the tap, the Nitro Cold Brew’s velvety and creamy texture is deliciously cold and served unsweetened, without ice, to highlight the flavour the cold-brewing process brings out in the coffee.

Perfect for You to Discover Coffee & Connect with Loved Ones

The new United Square store is housed in a contemporary glass structure overlooking Thomson Road. The design concept is layered from ceiling to floor, creating a visual story about the coffee journey from bean to cup. The artwork pays homage to the origins of coffee and coffee farming with a sustainably sourced natural bamboo installation, a swirling bamboo ceiling that simulates coffee aroma.

The United Square store allows for the best of both worlds for you and has been designed to marry the third place experience with the all-new Reserve experience. The highlight of the store is the Reserve^TM Coffee Bar, which has been designed as an interactive space where baristas can bring the craft of coffee to life through Starbucks various brewing techniques. In addition, you will be able to order from the full menu, including Starbucks signature beverages.

Like other Starbucks Reserve^TMstores, a Starbucks Coffee Master will be available to introduce and educate you on the preparation methods of four manual brewing methods: Coffee Press, Pour-Over, Siphon and Chemex.Open 24 hours daily, the store is located at United Square, 101 Thomson Road, Singapore 307591. You can also check out the informative infographics below.

Set to become one of Singapore’s most coveted culinary destinations, providing culinary experiences that will cater to a myriad of hotel and local guests alike, JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach features three concept bars across the property.  Along with four other exciting concepts housed in the heritage NCO Club that is set to be unveiled in mid-2017, the hotel will feature a total of nine unique food and beverage concepts across its property by this year. Follow us as we check out what these three concept bars has to offer! 

1. Court Martial Bar

Named after the historical background of the building it sits in, Court Martial Bar is a specialty cocktail bar that specialises in quality drinks and skilfully crafted cocktails featuring homemade infusions and barrel-aged classics. Helming the bar is Navin Raj, whose passion for creating a unique experience that resonates with the history of the space is reflected in the beverage programme offered at Court Martial Bar.

Designed to offer a range of re-defined classics with a touch of local flair, the cocktail menu features three distinct categories for ease of choice. Under the selection of ‘Court Martial Bar Signatures’, guests can find The Heritage Sling ($22), a recreation of the classic Singapore Sling, as well as the South Beach Sour ($25), the bar’s version of a whisky sour with a local twist.

The Bloody Maria ($18) with a touch of Dijon Mustard, classic Margarita ($22) served with a Umami black salt rim, and French 75 ($20), a concoction of all things tropical are just a few to name from the selection of ‘Re-Defined Classics’.

The 55-seater bar also features a range of ‘Barrel-Aged Classics’ that have been rested in American Oak Barrels over time, building on flavours from anywhere between 2 to 4 weeks. Must try’s include the Negroni ($23), a barrel-aged concoction of sweet vermouth infused raisins in addition to the classic recipe, as well as the Rum Ol’Fashioned ($23), featuring Navin’s homemade infusion of barley syrup – a flavour familiar with the locals.

Primed as the spot for after-work drinks and weekend hangouts, Court Martial Bar also serves up a ‘Bucket List’ of quality bar bites to complement the beverage offering. The Wagyu Beef Satay ($45), Signature Coconut Prawn ($30), Sriracha Asparagus Fritters ($29), Signature Teriyaki Chicken ($22) and Truffle Fries ($18) are among the selection.

Court Martial Bar is currently featuring “A Night with Professionals”, with a 1-for-1 promotion on all drinks from 5pm to 9pm on Monday to Friday until 31 March 2017. Guests would have to present their name cards to enjoy the promotion.

Court Martial Bar is located at Level 1, Assembly, and is open from 5pm to 12midnight daily.

2. Media Bar

Media Bar is a go-local gastropub serving up contemporary interpretations of local favourites and bar bites, accompanied by an international selection of beer and wine, as well as spirits and cocktails. Featuring a 24-television screen bar counter and an open kitchen, Media Bar offers a fun and social dining experience throughout the day for up to 114 guests.

The all-day menu serves up ‘Classic Snacks’ like the Media Bar Wings ($16), classic barbequed wings with a pineapple-chilli glaze, Singaporean Roti Paratha Roll ($10) wrapped around curried chicken as well as the Signature BBQ Ribs ($36). ‘Burger & Buns’ options include a Beef Rendang Bun ($20), Tandoori Chicken Bun ($18) and Crispy Shrimp Meat Burger ($16). Vegetarian options include the Beer-Battered Onion Rings ($12), Truffle Fries ($12) and Tofu Steak Burger ($16).

Media Bar will also feature one of the longest happy hours in Singapore, available from 11am to 8pm – $12 a pint (local craft beer); $9 per glass (wine); $8 per glass (house pours). Media professionals enjoy special perks in Media Bar, with 1-for-1 on beers, wines, ciders and house pours (excluding happy hour) until 30 June 2017. Media friends would have to present their namecard to enjoy the promotion.

Media Bar is currently featuring All-Day Happy Hour promotion on draught beer from $8 per half pint until 31 March 2017.

Media Bar is located at Level 1, East Tower and is open Monday to Saturday from 11am to 12midnight. Happy hour runs from 11am to 8pm.

3. Tonic

A specialty gin bar located in the hotel lobby, Tonic boasts an extensive selection of gin, making the perfect spot for a pre-dinner drink, a nightcap and small bites throughout the day. Quirky but stylish, the bar is designed and decorated by Philippe Starck.

>Complementing the collection of gin it is building up, Tonic also exclusively serves East Imperial tonic and soda, carrying a range from the Old World Tonic to Grapefruit, Burma and Yuzu Tonic. For ease of selection, the beverage menu cleverly showcases a ‘Gin & East Imperial Pairings’ page, with suggested pairings listed out and classified by the origin of the gin featured, highlighting brands from key gin-making regions around the world. In addition, the menu features a list of specially crafted gin-based cocktails named ‘Tonic Secrets’. Serving as the only bar within the hotel lobby, Tonic also offers a range of other spirits, wine, beer and non-alcoholic beverages.

Tonic is currently featuring a 50% off second drink promotion until 31 March 2017.

Tonic is located at the Lobby, JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach, and is open from 4pm to 12midnight daily.