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Quay Cuisine

18th October 2016 by Emily Finch 13 Min Read

https://expatliving.sg/quay-cuisine/

Singapore’s popular trio of riverside ’hoods has a lot to offer, with each area quite different from the next. While Robertson Quay is more low-key – great for a weeknight dinner catch-up with the girls – neighbouring Clarke Quay is known for its wilder nightlife; Boat Quay, located just next to the CBD, is the perfect spot for after-work drinking and dining. No matter which quay you choose to check out, one thing’s for sure – you’re bound to find great food, and lots of it. Here, we set out to try some of the hottest restaurants and bars across the three quays.

ROBERTSON QUAY

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Pizza from Bella Pizza

Bella Pizza
30 Robertson Quay
6734 1039 | bellapizza.com.sg

Go for: Hearty Italian fare with riverside views

If you fancy a taste of Italy (or simply a bit of naughty carb-loading) the Bella chain is the place to head. The restaurant has two fronts, Bella Pizza and Bella Pasta, situated on the same stretch but specialising in – you guessed it! – pizza and pasta dishes respectively.

We began with simple glasses of house white and red, along with the fagottino di bufala ($21), mozzarella balls wrapped in Parma ham, as well as the delicious parmigiana di melanzane con pomodoro e basilico ($19) – in English, that’s baked eggplant. For our main dish, we chose a white cheese-based number, the Pizza Bella Pizza ($26), a creamy mix of mozzarella, ricotta, thinly sliced salami and sautéed spinach.

Even if you’re feeling a tad full, we’d recommend trying at least one dessert. The pannacotta ($10) – delicate vanilla custard served with mixed berries – is the best choice for light eaters, or if you’re a chocolate fiend, the profiterol al cioccolato ($10) really hits the spot.

Don’t miss: The star of the show was the baked eggplant; the combination of tangy tomato and cheesiness was so moreish I think I could have eaten two portions of it on my own! Also, check out Bella’s three-course set lunch for $20 on weekdays. – Susannah Jaffer

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Breaded chicken, escallops smothered in creamy black pepper, bacon & mushroom gravy, served with fries & rucola…

Lucca’s Trattoria
11 Unity Street, #01-12 Robertson Walk
6235 4049 | luccastrattoria.com

Go for: A taste of Tuscany

Robertson Walk recently welcomed this new Italian restaurant, which serves up a generous selection of pizzas, pastas, wines and sweet treats. Inspired by the city of Lucca in Tuscany, the 70-seater eatery is a cosy spot for unwinding on a Friday night. As you step inside, the rustic red brick and wooden interior stands out as a refreshing shift from the over-hyped industrial theme sported by so many restaurants these days.

My meal got off to a perfect start with the ribollita ($6), a Tuscan soup with cannellini beans, vegetables and kale; it was wonderfully rich in flavour yet balanced in taste.

For mains, blue-cheese lovers might want to try the gorgonzola e frutta ($18/23), a one-of-a-kind pizza that incorporates prunes, dates and apricots with crumbled Italian blue cheese. Our table chose heartier options: spinach and ricotta ravioli ($23), which I thoroughly enjoyed, and my favourite, the pasta di Lucchese ($24); this tagliatelle dish combines seared chicken liver and bacon rashers, with Marsala added to tone down the rich liver flavours – it’s a must-try, even for non-liver lovers like me!

Don’t miss: Pasta di Lucchese; and don’t forget to end the meal with the homemade tiramisu ($10), which incorporates Marsala for an authentic boozy flavour.

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Pan-seared Scallops with Sweet Corn

Verre Modern Bistro & Wine Bar
8 Rodyk Street, #01-05/06 | 6509 1917 | verre.com.sg

Go for: Fine French wining and dining with impeccable service

As a Robertson Quay resident, I admit I’ve walked by this spot time after time, not knowing that such a gem of a restaurant lay within.

Focusing on the relationship between wine and food, Verre offers an extensive menu of generously portioned appetisers and mains, sides, desserts and over a dozen “wine bites”, listed with suggested wine pairings (from just $10 per glass). The service is impeccable, with a knowledgeable staff that can recommend wines for any dish.

To start, we enjoyed the creamy seafood papillote ($30), though our favourite was the half lobster salad ($38) – pieces of fresh lobster and greens in a delicious guacamole – complemented with a refreshing glass of Sticks Chardonnay ($18). Bonus points, too, for the lovely presentation of this dish, which arrived beautifully in a glass dome, as did other courses.

From the wine bites, we absolutely loved the slightly sweet forest tarte flambée ($22; think mushroom pizzette with a cream base and gruyère cheese), balanced nicely with a glass of sweet Marcel Deiss Gewürztraminer ($19). For mains, Evan enjoyed the pan-seared scallops with sweet corn ($38) – accompanied by a glass of Bourgogne Côte Chalonnaise “Les Clos” ($19.50); I had the perfectly cooked ribeye steak ($49) – expertly paired with a glass of delicious Massolino Dolcetto d’Alba ($18). The steak comes with a delicious mushroom-based forest ketchup and truffle fries that taste like they’ve been coated in jam (in a good way!).

We ended with the Saint-Honoré ($10) – a classic French puff-pastry dessert with cream filling and piping – and, our favourite, a de-constructed vanilla cheesecake ($17) – chunks of sweet cake, topped with tart passionfruit.

Don’t miss: Happy Hour from 4pm to 7pm Monday through Thursday, and 4pm to 6pm Friday through Sunday. – Amy Greenburg

 

Also in the area:

For casual-chic Thai, try:
Soi 60
#01-04 The Quayside, 60 Robertson Quay

For delectable Indian, try:
The Curry Culture
#01–10/11 The Quayside, 60 Robertson Quay

For a cheese-lover’s dream, try:
Wine Connection Cheese Bar
#01-05 Robertson Walk, 11 Unity Street

For a whisky enthusiast’s night out, try:
Fine Spirits by La Maison du Whisky
#01-10 The Pier, 80 Mohamed Sultan Road

 

CLARKE QUAY

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Pork Belly & Watermelon

Brewerkz
#01-05/06 Riverside Point, 30 Merchant Road
6438 7438 | brewerkz.com

Go for: A microbrewery with views of the Singapore River

This family-friendly riverside restaurant is certainly one of the places to visit if you fancy some good American-style grub. Sit outdoors for views of Clarke Quay or opt for the air-conditioned indoor space, where TVs screen sports games in every direction. There are plenty of choices on the menu and, no matter what night of the week you go, it’s always buzzing!

I’d highly recommend the cashewed pork and watermelon ($18) – cubed watermelon, caramelised pork belly and thinly sliced radish atop a bed of rocket with chopped cashews; it’s an unusual combination, but this one truly rocked and was more than enough to share between two.

There’s a great lineup of burgers to choose from; I went for the Cowboy ($24), a beef patty (made from New Zealand Black Angus and flame-grilled to your liking) with crispy bacon, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, red onion and a nice big chunky pickle, plus a choice of one side dish.

My husband was in the mood for a great steak, so his choice was easy – the New Zealand Black Angus-ribeye ($44); tender and juicy, and accompanied by a house-made port-wine mushroom sauce, plus one side. Speaking of sides, the orange butter broccoli is definitely worth giving up the fries for!

Don’t forget dessert. We chose the warm bread pudding ($10) with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and caramel sauce; we’ve been back twice purely for this little treat.

Don’t Miss: Brewerkz’s lunch set ($15), or upgrade to include a pint of beer for only $20 (available from 12 noon to 3pm daily, excluding public holidays). – Valmai Dhir

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Camarones al Diablo

Café Iguana
#01-03 Riverside Point, 30 Merchant Road
6236 1275 | cafeigauna.com

Go for: Hearty Mexican and great margaritas

Located right on the Singapore River, Café Iguana has both indoor and outdoor seating and, no matter where you sit, you’re guaranteed a buzzing vibe. We arrived hungry, and chose as our starters the Camarones al Diablo ($23) – jumbo prawns cooked to perfection in a spicy habanero chilli sauce with ginger, capsicum and lime, served with cute spicy cheese quesadillas on the side – and yummy, fresh jalapeño poppers ($15) stuffed with cheese, battered and deep fried; these were served with dips of pico de gallo and lime crème to cool us down.

We loved the chicken fajitas ($27) – chicken, peppers, onions and pico de gallo – on a sizzling platter, with soft flour tortillas, sour cream and guacamole on the side. A tender shredded steak burrito ($25) – served with savoury Mexican rice, borracho beans, cheddar and mozzarella wrapped in a flour tortilla – topped off our main courses; a green chilli pork stew can also be added to the burrito for an additional $4.

Delicious, sweet churros ($12), served with choccy sauce and vanilla ice cream, were a great way to end the meal.

Don’t Miss: The tequila and mezcal – there are over 100 types to choose from – and the legendary frozen margaritas, which come in nine different flavours; the restaurant also has its own Iguana lager. – Jacqui Young

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Burgers at McGettigan’s

McGettigan’s Irish Pub
#01-01 Merchant’s Court, 3A River Valley Road
6837 0577 | mcgettigans.com/singapore

Go for: Drinks, modern Irish food, cheerful service and a great vibe, both inside and out. Don’t forget to look up and admire the pressed steel ceilings, part of a wonderfully ornate décor that’s more of a hallucinogen-inspired dream of the old country than a strictly traditional Irish pub. And a really good duo of female singers.

We score an alfresco table at 7pm on a Wednesday, and by 9pm the interior is filling up nicely, and that’s despite Clarke Quay’s many other options. Irish manager Brian heads up a cheerful team that brings us a jolly good daiquiri ($16) from the cocktail menu, and from the selection of draught beers a Black &Tan ($16), my first but not my last: fresh lager topped up with Guinness. There’s an extensive list of spirits, plus a red and a white wine served by the glass ($15) or by the bottle ($75).

I enjoy the salt and pepper squid starter but love the crispy pork belly popcorn (each $18) tossed in sesame, soy and honey. My tasty 200g wagyu cheeseburger ($23) with bacon and all the trimmings comes with piping hot fries, as does Roy’s delicious bowl of wagyu beef chilli ($20) topped with cheese sauce, pico de gallo and coriander, which he seems more than usually loath to share. Fish and chips or the open steak sandwich are also recommended.

Don’t Miss: The World HSBC Rugby Sevens (16 and 17 April) after-party at Clarke Quay. It’s bound to be a blast! – Verne Maree

 

Also in the area:

For gourmet burgers, try:
The Butchers Club
#01-01B Clarke Quay, 3A River Valley Road

For happy hour specials, try:
SQUE Rotisserie and Alehouse
#01-70 The Central, 6 Eu Tong Sen Street

For New Yorkstyle pizza, try:
Motorino
#01-01A Merchant’s Court, 3A River Valley Road

For live music and late-night dancing, try:
The Highlander Bar and Restaurant
#01-11 Clarke Quay, 3B River Valley Road

 

BOAT QUAY

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Fried Brown Rice Medley

Empress
#01-03 Asian Civilisations Museum, 1 Empress Place
6238 8733 | empress.com.sg

Go for: Cantonese cuisine in a beautiful setting

Located at the Asian Civilisations Museum, this indoor-outdoor, waterfront Chinese restaurant is still great for a casual night out. Offering great river views of Boat Quay’s original godown façades and a nice breeze, the restaurant’s beautifully decorated interior blends old and new, as does the menu – Cantonese classics are given a modern twist, making it more accessible and a little less stuffy.

The portions are big, so pace yourself. We loved our starters of crispy cod “Bi Feng Tang”-style ($12/18/24) – crunchy fried cod with caramelised shallots and chillies – and the sticky prawn salad ($22) of fried prawns, watercress, green mango, pea shoots, pomegranate seeds, spearmint, coriander and ginger flowers, with a wine-honey dressing; the roast duck ($20 for a quarter) was also very juicy and flavourful. Wash it down with a strong glass of blood orange sangria ($16). Other highlights included the fried brown rice medley ($20/30/40) with mushrooms, asparagus, goji berries and pine nuts (I want to go back just for this rice), and the sweet steamed molten egg custard buns ($5.80 for three pieces), which tasted almost like cake batter.

For dessert, we loved the coconut custard with filo pastry dessert ($12) – Thai pineapple, honey mango, passionfruit pearls and coconut ice cream; the sticky date and longan pudding ($12) with butterscotch and a scoop of vanilla swirl ice cream was delish, too.

Don’t Miss: The scrumptious Singapore chilli king prawns ($28/42/56) with mantou bread for dipping – it’s like chilli crab, but with prawns. – Amy Greenburg

  • Empress recently launched a Champagne Dim Sum Brunch, inclusive of selected soups, mains and desserts, and unlimited dim sum for $58. Free-flow champagne and drinks are available at an additional $48 to $60.
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Delicious desserts from the OCF French Restaurant

OCF French Restaurant
#02-02 The Arts House (annexe, above Timbre) 1 Old Parliament Lane
6333 9312 | ocf.com.sg

Go for: Set-menu fine dining for a romantic interlude or even a swish business dinner by French-trained local chef Jonathan Koh, plus brilliant sommelier service from GM Novalan, in an evocative early 19th-century riverside building. (OCF stands for Olivia Cassivelaun Fancourt, the first wife of Sir Stamford Raffles.)

Both chef and GM did serious time at the Raffles Hotel, and the quality comes through – but without a hint of stuffiness. From the seed-crusted baguette – accompanied with a pad of salted butter elegantly stamped with the OCF logo (I’ve gone right off that olive oil and balsamic business) – it’s one delight after another. What’s on offer changes with the seasons; you choose between the four-course Menu Gourmand ($88) or the slightly different Menu Prestige ($158).

For us, the standout was Chef Jonathan’s Inspiration, the surprise appetiser of the day (coming after a delicious little trio of amuses bouches) – crab tartare on a bed of cauliflower cream, topped with tomato espuma. Other highlights include the salt-baked celeriac with divine shavings of smoked foie gras; plump and tasty Gillardeau oysters with burnt leeks and crunchy potato couscous; an intensely flavourful lamb caillette; and a sublime Miyazaki ribeye (marbling A5). And for dessert, Le Café et Cacao (pictured), a sphere of whipped chocolate ganache, coconut brownie and espresso ice cream that collapses exquisitely as hot mocha chocolate is poured over it.

Don’t miss: Ladies’ Night on Wednesdays, offering a three-course meal for $98 that includes a free flow of champagne. For a different vibe, choose Friday or Saturday night for some live music with your meal: the baby grand on the small stage is courtesy of the crowd from muso haven Timbre downstairs. – Verne Maree

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Full rack spring lamb by Wakanui

Wakanui Grill Dining Singapore
70 Boat Quay | 6438 6321 | wakanui.sg

Go for: Pure New Zealand ingredients infused with Japanese flavours

Wakanui is past the busy part of the quay towards The Riverwalk. Our table was right on the riverfront, so we had the best seats in the house. There are also inside areas spread over two levels, if you’d prefer to sit indoors.

It’s a grill, with a large image of a cow outside, but the signature dishes include both red meat and fish, and there are some other options such as oysters. We also had a choice of seeded mustard or a wasabi and soy sauce concoction with our steak, so it’s the best of all worlds!

We tried three starters: Canterbury spring lamb chop ($6 each), short loin lamb tataki with shallot sauce ($16) and Akaroa Harbour king salmon($22), and I really couldn’t decide which was my favourite – all were delicious. Then, as we’re not huge eaters, we shared a 500g ribeye cut ($82) – mine was medium rare and Mum’s was medium (probably a better choice), with a mix of panfried asparagus and garlic ($12). The combination of flavours was excellent, but I would have liked a decent steak knife.

Afterward, we managed to fit in a little scoop of Hokey Pokey ice cream ($4) – not very Japanese, but a nice “finisher-offer”!

Don’t miss: The river view from Boat Quay; it has to be one of the most impressive in the world. Sitting with the skyscrapers to the right, the colonial classics to the left and MBS in the distance (plus the bum boats chugging past at regular intervals), it’s the perfect vantage point. – Rebecca Bisset

 

Also in the area:

For 360-degree skyline views, try:
Southbridge
Level 5, 80 Boat Quay

For all kinds of crepes, try:
Ô Comptoir
79 Circular Road

For post-work tipples, try:
The Mad Men Attic Bar
11 North Canal Road, #03-02

For locally inspired and bespoke cocktails, try:
Ah Sam Cold Drink Stall
60A Boat Quay

 

READERS’ PICKS

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Decker Barbecue

“Decker Barbecue behind Boomarang in Robertson Quay. The smoked brisket is definitely the centrepiece, and the pulled pork and ribs are just as good; the cobbler is also very yummy. It’s a small establishment with three industrial-looking smokers. There are a couple of craft beers on tap and IPA bottles. There’s also a bit of space where kids can hang around with pavement chalk or on scooters.’ – Jaquelyn Molloy

“Super Loco in Robertson Quay is family-friendly, fresh and delicious. They have superb margaritas and it’s a great place to take visitors from out of town.” – Justine Gayer

“Our Village (in Boat Quay) has a great view and great food – North Indian and Sri Lankan, actually. The interior is beautiful, too.” – Kelly Dickinson

“I love Marutama Ramen in Liang Court (Clarke Quay). Get the ‘Aka Ramen’ and add an egg – you won’t regret it!” – Niki Vogel

“Kith Café in Robertson Quay is amazing for brekkie, brunch, lunch or coffee. Also, it’s affordable, and the staff are always smiling and cheerful!” – Máire Nic Amhlaoibh

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Absinthe

“Señor Taco in Clarke Quay is outstanding and they have salsa dancing on Saturday nights; superb tacos and margaritas. Absinthe in Boat Quay is a good French restaurant, especially for lunch; they’ve got reasonably priced bottles of AIX rosé. Also, Si Chuan Dou Hua is a great Szechuan restaurant at the top of UOB Plaza. It’s a great place to take overseas visitors.” – Alexander Knight

“You won’t go wrong with Wine Connection Tapas Bar and Bistro (Robertson Quay) – affordable, quality wine and yummy tapas, pizzas and pasta. Great spot for a girls’ night out and Friday night post-work drinks.” – Niamh Drohan

“I love Indian restaurant Our Village. It’s a bit overpriced, but delicious. Book ahead for a nice view of the river.” – April Rice

“A bit hidden behind PS.Cafe Petit on Martin Road in Robertson Quay is Chopsuey Cafe– my favourite for Asian cuisine. Their dim sum is to die for, as is their garlic wok broccoli – I eat just that for dinner regularly!” – Tara Clarkson

“In Clarke Quay we really like McGettigan’s for food. I think it’s an undiscovered gem. We also love SQUE because it’s the best one-for-one happy hour in Singapore!” – Kathryn Calder “Highlander is my favourite bar for dancing in Clarke Quay! My favourite bar for drinks in Boat Quay is Southbridge – it’s got great views.” – Nadine Gasser

Head to our wine & dine page if you want to read more about great foods and amazing restaurants!

Categories: For Guys Wine & Dine Tags: Singapore Clarke Quay Singapore Dining Singapore Food Singapore Restaurants Singapore Robertson Quay

Emily Finch

Always on the hunt for her next resto review, Emi has spent the last four years at EL munching and drinking her way around the island. Not one to turn down a free-flow opportunity, a personal highlight has been attending a super-brunch (yes, they exist!), and she now spends most evenings "power walking" it all off! Her active daughters and highly strung woofer keep her busy when she's not chained to her laptop managing digital content.

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Check out these good furniture stores via the link on the horn page of our website that carry practical, stylish pieces, including some of the best outdoor furniture brands. 

From sofas, chairs and tables to rugs, lanterns and even pizza ovens, you’ll be all set for living a great outdoor life in style and comfort. There are also gorgeous accessories if you just need to make your outdoor area look a bit more ‘pulled together’!

#expatlivingsg #livinginsingapore #outdoorfurniture #patiofurniture #interiordesigners
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**Win a Social Media Marketing Strategy** 

Calling all business owners! 

@theemms.sg is awarding one lucky entrepreneur or small business with a professional social media marketing strategy, worth $850. 

Designed to meet your specific goals and challenges, this the prize includes:

1️⃣A strategic review of your company’s Instagram or Facebook page
2️⃣A one-on-one session to learn how you can improve your platforms
3️⃣A detailed social media strategy to help you implement with style for 3 months.
Keen to win it? 🤔 
All you need to do is:
1. Comment Me! 🙋🏻‍♀️ or tag your friend who has a business. 
2. Follow @theemms.sg 
3. Register your name and email on the link in our story or see our story highlights for more! 
Good Luck! 

#expatlivinggiveaway 
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#marketing 
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We love hearing where our readers live so each month we ask residents to talk about their homes and neighbourhoods to help others who are living in Singapore make a better decision. 

Moving is always pretty stressful, so it’s good to get some recommendations first. 

This month Marina Matthews talks about living at Laguna Park condo off Marine Parade on the East Coast.

Check out the full article with Marina’s recommendations on our website (link in bio) 

#Expatlivingsg #livinginsingapore #eastcoastsg #marineparadesg #lagunaparksg #singaporeneighbourhoods #singapore
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To tan or not to tan, that is the question! 

We all know that extended hours under the sun is no good for the skin, and there can be damage from both good old-fashioned sunbathing and indoor tanning. 

Check out our website where we look at why people want that bronzy glow plus the risks of tanning and how top aesthetic treatments from Amaris B Clinic can help rewind some of the damage like sun spots, hyperpigmentation, wrinkles and even cellulite

#Expatlivingsg #amarisbclinic #amarisb #livinginsingapore #tanning #sunbathing #aesthetictreatments #sunspots #hyperpigmentation
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Read our latest issue on any device for free! 👉 expatliving.sg/digital/ig

In this issue, step inside an interior designer’s home in Clementi, find out where our readers get their customised furniture and get great furnishing ideas for your bathroom and kitchen.

Plus, check out 3 popular bubbly brunches 🥂 and a newly revamped bar in town for you to try; there’s plenty more, too, including classic wrap dresses, activewear and our recommendations on comfy trainers!
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If you are craving some vitamin-sea, then set sail on Royal Carribean’s Quantum of the Seas, offering two, three, and four-night Ocean Getaways from Singapore until October 2021 all with 50% discount and free kids places. 

Every moment onboard this fabulous ship has sunshine, good times and wow-worthy experiences. 

Rest assured your well-being is their top priority and the staff do an amazing job of making your holiday safer, so you can focus on memory making.

We are on board now, do let us know if you have any questions to ask 🛳 

#expatlivingsg #livinginsingapore #royalcarribeansg #quantumoftheseas #cruisetonowhere #cruising2021 #seacations #instasg #cruisingsg
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** Giveaway**

@_aquariva_ is giving away one of their gorgeous dresses or jumpsuits to the value of $250.
Yeay!! 💃🏼

@_aquariva_ is known for its clean lines and soft curves, lavished with their favourite seasonal prints. Effortlessly charming, elegant and just the right relaxed proportions. Perfect for the woman on the go! 
They use traditional screen printing for all of their fabrics and dresses 👗are lovingly done by hand, even the drying method is done naturally by sunlight ☀️How cool and environmentally friendly 👌🏻✌🏻. A lot of love goes into the Aquariva piece that you wear!

How to win: 
1. Like this post 
2. Follow @_aquariva_ 
3. Comment what size you are and tag a friend 

It's that easy! 
Good luck! 

#beautifuldresses 
#singapore 
#tropical 
#dress 
#handmade
#screenprintingfabrics
#giveaway 
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#elegantdresses 
#tagafriend
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East Coast restaurants – specifically in Katong and Joo Chiat – have always been known for their good food. More recently though, the area has seen a rise in great cafes, specialty grocers, Italian cuisine and bakeries (with fresh sourdough!). 

From East Coast brunch cafes and alfresco restaurants, to bars and gourmet supermarkets, we have a list of the top East Coast food options to try on the home page of our website (link in bio). 

And if it’s not your neighbourhood, nothing is that far away in Singapore. You can walk along the coast or look at funky shophouses before or after and make it an outing!

#expatlivingsg #livinginsingapore #eastcoastsg #igfood #foodsg #instafood #joochiat #joochiatroad #tanjongkatong #siglap
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The school holidays are still in full swing so if you are looking to entertain kids or just looking to take a break over the long Easter weekend, have a look at the travel page on our website where you will find lots of info on various staycation packages around the island 🏝 

#expatlivingsg #livinginsingapore #staycations #staycationssg #ighotels #easterinsg #easter2021
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There are many maternity insurance plans on the market, but do you know what’s written in the fine print? 

If you’re thinking of getting pregnant with the help of fertility treatments, you’d want to know what’s included in your policy and if the procedures you need are covered. 

We have a great article on our website (link in bio) where the team at Expat Insurance brief us on what’s covered for fertility treatments

#expatlivingsg #livinginsingapore #expatinsurancesg #insuranceinsingapore #fertilitytreatmentsg #ivfsg
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The new addition to the 
W Atelier stable is the high-end Italian designer furniture brand Cassina. The Cassina Perspective is the name given to the space – and it’s a bit of a “wow”! In fact, the whole showroom at Henderson Road will likely wow you: three floors (300 square metres) of eye candy for home décor lovers and interior designers. It’s definitely worth a visit if you’re renovating or doing up your home, or you love furniture design and want an iconic statement piece. 

If you’re like us, you’ll be touching everything and trying out all the sofas and chairs! 

Check out our website for some more info on their stunning products (link in bio) 

#expatlivingsg #wateliersg #furnituresg #furnituredesignsg #interiordesignsg #homeaccessoriessg #livinginsingapore
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Want a free copy of our latest Home & Property Guide? Sign up to our newsletter by 31 March to get a copy delivered to you! 👉 expatliving.sg/hpg/ig

❣️ Over 100 pages of fabulous furnishing ideas, decoration and design tips from the experts, and a peek inside some of our readers’ stunning homes – from condo apartments to black-and-white bungalows.

You’re sure to find something to fall in love with from our catalogue of amazing products for every room of the house. There’s also advice on services, utilities, leasing and serviced apartment accommodation 🏠

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#sgexpat #expatsg #expatlifesg #igsg #sghome #singaporehomes
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Get your copy of the April issue here! 👉 expatliving.sg/mag/ig

In this issue, step inside an interior designer’s home in Clementi, find out where our readers get their customised furniture and get great furnishing ideas for your bathroom and kitchen.

Plus, check out 3 popular bubbly brunches 🥂 and a newly revamped bar in town for you to try; there’s plenty more, too, including classic wrap dresses, activewear and our recommendations on comfy trainers!

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