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All day brunch and breakfast!
There’s even a neat selection of veggie options!
The perfect lunchbox drink
It’s packed with natural antioxidants!
Best child-friendly restaurants for brunch
Top spots for the whole family!
Hawker centres – Where did they come from?
Want to know the history of your local hawker centre? We uncover the rise of Singapore’s iconic kitchens
Fighting food waste in Singapore
Food wastage here amounts to an astonishing 800,000 tons or more a year
Veggie burgers battle – who came out on top?
Two vegetarians and three meat-eaters to find the top dog – er, um – top burger, that is.
CBD dining: 4 good restaurants to try!
Need somewhere to impress clients, or have a quick bite with colleagues?
The best sandwiches in Singapore
The EL team scoured the whole island for these
Must-try local desserts in Singapore
How many of these have you tried?
Recipe: Kel’s Sausage Rolls
“These sausage rolls are so easy and quick to make, and are devoured at both kids’ parties and adult get-togethers.”
The English House: British comfort food
Here’s why it’s a must-visit!
A Guide to Spanish food in Singapore
Check out our reviews of these spots serving up inventive Spanish dishes
Top high tea spots in Singapore, reviewed!
Pinkies up!
30 fantastic vegetarian and vegan restaurants in Singapore
We tested out all sorts of dining spots that specialise in vegetarian, organic, vegan and raw food across the island
Singles guide: Top bars for meeting people
Looking for love but not sure where to start? Here are 11 great places to look out for other single folk
Where to get a good steak in Singapore
From USDA prime rib to Argentine beef to Australian wagyu!
Foodie News: What to check out this month
We’ve got the latest on new menus and new venues
5 reasons to try Argentine beef
It’s the perfect meat for a barbecue!
Best rooftop bars in Singapore
Bottoms up at our fave watering holes with a view!
Review Crew: Best Pad Thai & Green Curry
Singapore has lots of great Thai restaurants, from the fully fancy to fab cheap eats. So, which is best?
Vegan recipe: Tofu Barrels
“The crust is lightly crispy on the first bite, then smooth as you dig into the stuffing… yum!”
Review Crew: Margarita mania!
The Review Crew is at it again, this time in search of the perfect Margarita for Cinco de Mayo
Review Crew: Kids test cupcakes!
Trying to figure out where to get cupcakes for your little one’s birthday? Don’t worry! The Mini Review Crew has you covered.
Kafe Utu: African food in Singapore!
Dance on down to this new cafe in Keong Saik
Best Brunch Places In Singapore: Champagne Sunday Brunches
We put some of Singapore’s champagne brunches to the test!
2019 Top Restaurants in Singapore: Reviews
There are so many restaurants here, it’s difficult knowing where to start…
Review crew: We try take away pizza!
The holidays got your head spinning? Want a quick meal like – oh, I don’t know – delivery pizza? Let the Review Crew point you in the right direction.
Top alcohol delivery sites in Singapore
Quality vino is just a click away
Fast and fresh meat delivery to your door
Make meal planning easier – and get a special discount for Expat Living readers while you’re at it!
Play mini-golf while you drink!
Golf and cocktails – could be a winning combination
Bar review: Almost Famous
The newly opened craft beer bar gets rated by Kel Flanders
Local recipes in Singapore: Guide to Chinese sausage
All you need to know about local fave Chinese sausage, and how to cook it in claypot chicken and rice
Top 10 Saturday brunch spots with free-flow bubbly
Plan an all-you-can-drink bubbly brunch for the weekend ahead – it’s the only type of planning we look forward to!
Cool restaurants and cafes to visit in Dempsey
The EL team takes on some of the hottest dining spots in this historic ‘hood
One-Pan Baked Salmon & Baby Broccolini
“This salmon is loaded with healthy omega-3 oils and is sustainably farmed! With such good flavour, we keep the rest simple with salt, pepper and lemon for seasoning.”
Sugarcane: Cooking with Asian ingredients at home
Flavour forager hands over a simple recipe for Vietnamese Prawn Sugarcane Skewers
Authour spotlight: Enkhtur Maini
“Making a show-stopping cake is actually very easy when you know how,”
Sugar-free Berry Dream Cake
“I tried this beautiful, no effort, sugar-free cake – nobody noticed that it was sugar-free until I told them!”
Roast Chicken with Mushroom Stuffing
“This recipe is simple to make, yet the elderflower cider lifts the traditional roast chicken, leaving you with a guaranteed moist and flavourful gravy”
Recipe: Healthy veggie mac & cheese
“I get tired of saying, ‘Finish your vegetables!’ This is an easy, no-fuss, no-fight meal that they love.”
We think we might be in love with this bar!
How cool is this?
Review Crew: The chicken rice war!
Nothing is more Singaporean than chicken rice, the country’s unofficial national dish.
New Bar Alert – The Other Roof
Check out this new rooftop bar serving tea-inspired cocktails!
Cooking classes to get you holiday ready
How cute are these?!
Tea time recipe: Banana cake
“It’s such an easy recipe! Not too sweet and tastes so good – I’ve gotten many compliments on it!”
We check out a cool British-inspired bar
We scour the bar scene to bring you the new and noteworthy. It’s a tough job, but somebody’s got to do it!
Southern stew recipe: Kentucky Burgoo
“It dates back to before the Civil War and, as legend has it, was invented by a French chef.”
Welsh lamb: Where to find and how to cook it
The crème de la crème of red meat
Cozy up at one of these romantic bars
Here’s your guide to some of the sexiest spots in Singapore.
Author spotlight: Table Tales
Need a great date-night dinner spot but don’t know where to start? These two expats in Singapore have done the hard work for you.
All you need to know about supermarkets here
Unsure of which supermarkets to go to? This guide to food stores in Singapore is for you!
Shop organic fruit and veggies online
Our top six online grocers for organic produce!
6 date night places in Dempsey Hill
With Valentine’s Day coming up this month, there’s no better time to treat your loved one to a memorable meal
Gluten-free Firni Custard Recipe
“It’s simple to make and you can serve it to anyone without worrying about allergies.” – Soumita Bhattacharya, Indian
Plant power: The rise of Flexitarianism
Here’s how Singapore has been stepping up its game in the global meat-reduction movement – and what you can do, too.
We check out a sleek cocktail bar
“The service warm, and the ambience easy enough for a mid-week date, or a Friday night catch-up with friends.”
Vegetarian Recipe: Keralan Curry
Need some dinner inspiration for your day off from meat? Try this recipe
Our top veggie burger picks
Here’s where you can get some of the best meatless burgers in town without going to an exclusively vegan or vegetarian restaurant
The ultimate guide to fabulous bubbly brunches
Did someone say free flow champagne?
Affordable fresh-food groceries – online
Looking to buy Zespri kiwifruit from New Zealand, Fuji apples from Japan or a punnet of cherries that won’t break the bank?
Where to go for lunch in Dempsey
Award-winning Peranakan, Osaka-style tempura and more!
Over 50 choices at this self-serve bar
Looking for a new hangout spot in Holland Village?
Our favourite wines for this festive season!
From budget-friendly bubbles to splurge-worthy vintages, these bottles are perfect for your holiday soirée!
We review an affordable Italian spot in Jurong
Delicious pastas and pizzas that don’t break the bank!
Some of the best breakfast spots on the island!
Feast like a king at some of these breakie spots, from fry-ups to something more healthy, this lot has you covered!
Review crew: We taste chocolates!
Can’t decide on the perfect box of chocolates for your Valentine? The Review Crew has all the answers
Where to celebrate New Year’s Eve and Day
We’ve got you covered with these festive dining options!
Three ways to enjoy your leftover turkey
Expat Kitchen shares ways to enjoy your turkey on Boxing Day and beyond
All you need at this one-stop store
From Gingerbread houses, and roasted turkeys to take home, this place will get you in the Christmas spirit!
Food Poisoning and how to avoid it
More than five hundred cases of food poisoning recently. How can you help avoid it at home.
Venues for your next office party
Make the office party enjoyable for everyone – including the organiser!
Recipe: Gingerbread Cake with Lemon Icing
Try this traditional treat!
Bar review: Harry’s Dempsey Hill
Harry’s has some pretty good happy hour offers, including a two-for-$20 deal!
Review Crew: Ice cream in Singapore
Who passed the Expat Living Review Crew test?
Organic fruit and vegetables – from Claire
Not many people are brave enough to start their own business just two weeks before giving birth to twins. We chat to a French expat about doing exactly that..
This cashless concept store is a foodie heaven!
Haven’t already heard about habitat by honestbee, the new high-tech shopping and dining experience in town? Here’s why you should visit.
Roast turkey with apricot-quinoa stuffing
A new spin on your traditional turkey meal!
Festive treats at Shangri-La this holidays
It’s not too early to make plans!
Delicious Italian meatball pasta recipe
Try this family favourite!
3 bubbly brunches for the weekend!
Did someone say free-flow alcohol?
5 catering options for a fuss-free Christmas party
Planning a party? Take the easy (and delicious) way out!
Fresh Vietnamese chicken salad
‘I love the combination of the sweet and sour dressing, the fresh ingredients and the kick of chilli’
Intimate bar Magnolia evokes New Orleans vibe
Experience the spirit of the South at this new bar
Free-flow wines and pizza at this rooftop bar
Indulge in affordable grub, crafty cocktails and vino while enjoying harbour views
Review Crew: Coffee in Singapore
Expat Living’s Review Crew has been in search of the perfect cup of joe!
Where to go to eat traditional pasta
Here’s one Italian restaurant worth trying while you’re living or visiting Singapore!
4 spots for a magical Mediterranean meal
Greek cuisine boasts wonderful fresh ingredients and flavours
Halloween Recipe: Risotto Jack O’ Lantern Bites
Not all Halloween recipes need to be unhealthy!
6 seriously great red wine grapes
Who doesn’t love sitting back with a glass of vino?
Tiki Bar adds a tropical vibe to Amoy Street at night
Head here for Hawaiian-themed cocktails and bar bites
Where to dine with visitors
Head to Dempsey to impress your guests!
Craft beers and good food combine at The Guild
With 19 craft beers to choose from, this is the spot for craft beer enthusiasts and soon-to-be converts
20 lunches the kids will love
Running out of healthy yet yummy lunch ideas for the little ones?
Why this will be your new go-to breakfast
We put COMO Cuisine’s new weekday brekky menu to the test!
Must-try restaurants at Marina Bay
Discover where to head for a top meal plus bayside views
DIY brunch: Huevos rancheros
Brunching at home? Swap out your same-old scrambled eggs for this Mexican morning favourite.
National Drinks: Regional tipples across Southeast Asia
The top drinks to try in Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia
Slow-Cooked Lasagna Tortellini Soup
Try this family fave!
How did we get on at this Thai Cooking class?
The team at Expat Kitchen will have you cooking like a pro!