A Heartland Christmas

Christmas 'round the corner at Marine Parade

For the first time ever, Marine Parade will host a heartland Christmas light-up celebration entitled “Christmas ‘round the Corner”. The event which is aimed at bringing communities and families together to celebrate this joyous season will run from 30 November 2012 to 6 January 2013.
A community project led by Faith Community Baptist Church (FCBC) and co-organized by the Marine Parade Merchants’ Association (MPMA), Christmas ‘round the Corner will present an iconic novel Christmas experience this year in the city’s prominent heartland, Marine Parade Central.

Centering on the theme of silver and blue, the area will be replete with decorations with a focus on the motif of snowflakes to present a sleek and modern Christmas for the district. Streets will be adorned with zigzagged twinkling lights, while buzzing roads along Marine Parade and Marine Parade Central will be decked out in regal Christmas decorations. A dazzling 30-foot Christmas tree will adorn the celebrations in addition to the newly renovated Marine Parade hawker centre which will also be decked out in Christmas holly wreaths.
Adding to the festive atmosphere is a Christmas village bazaar with many festive offerings such as chocolates, candies, charity booths and even free instant prints at a specially customised Christmas photo wall. Christmas mascots will be giving out sweets and candies to spread the festive cheer while roving carollers will belt out captivating Christmas tunes. Shoppers can also take advantage of the many great Christmas discounts offered by the Marine Parade merchants only available during this festive season.

This is the first-ever large-scale Christmas celebration that Marine Parade has ever hosted. Main organiser, FCBC hopes to create a celebratory Christmas atmosphere and present an iconic event in Marine Parade for all to enjoy.

For more details on the event, click here.

Happy 40th Birthday, Merlion!

This year we celebrate the Merlion’s 40th birthday with a home-made music video titled “Inspiring Journey”.

Come join us as we learn all about Singapore’s mythical mascot and follow its inspirational journey over the years. For more details, click here.

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The Best of Singapore Stopover

Photography by Lionel of WeekendNotes

With limited time on the ground, many visitors don’t see beyond the tourist impressions and superficial observations. However the best of Singapore can be condensed into a menu which allows you to get a local taste of lifestyle, food, festivals, people and attractions. So if you only have 2 or 3 days, here are my recommendations for a real Singapore experience…Read more

23 Jul 2012, WeekendNotes

Singapore in Second Place for Street Food

Photo Credit: Reuters/Kham/Files

Singapore’s cuisine is reflective of its interesting position in Southeast Asia and the multi-cultured mix of Chinese, Malay, Indian, and Peranakan (Straits-born Chinese that intermarried with Malays) citizens who call the island home. The city’s specialties include Hainanese Chicken Rice, comprised of steamed chicken with a jelly-like layer with rice, cucumbers, chillies, and pounded ginger; chile crabs, which come slathered in a garlicky and fiery paste; laksa, a spicy Peranakan (Chinese & Malaysian) noodle soup; and satay, skewers…Read more

20 Jul 2012, Reuters

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Discover Indulgence. Discover Singapore.

Singapore’s tourist appeal is as varied as its visitors are diverse. There is the country’s rich ethnic mix, its incredible post-independence transformation, its stunning architecture, its vibrant arts scene, its amazing shopping and its cuisine, which is so rich and diversified you could spend a lifetime exploring it on its own.

Indulge in one or more of these walking trails to discover a Singapore of many sides and colours, tastes and possibilities, and make the most of your time here.

The Merlion Cub at Merlion Park to close for routine restoration works

The Merlion Cub at Merlion Park will be closed for restoration works from 9 April to 30 June 2012. During the works, the Merlion Cub will be hoarded up for safety considerations.

We seek your understanding as the works and barricades may cause some inconvenience during this period.

Where to Eat in Singapore this Valentine’s Day

Over 30 dining deals for couples in love. For some fuss-free Italian, take advantage of the Al Dente Trattoria set deal, which is $68++ for reservations made between 6-8pm and $88++ for the second seating on Valentine’s Day only…..FULL ARTICLE

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Best All-Day Breakfast Spots in Singapore

It’s the most important meal of the day, so why not make it available all-day, every day?

Rise and dine, breakfast is the new brunch.

And more and more eateries are serving all-day breakfast so you can have your bacon and eggs anytime you want, however you want…..FULL ARTICLE

4 Jan, Elaine Ee, www.cnngo.com

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Top 10 Public Art Pieces in Singapore

As Singapore begins to evolve into a more active platform for the arts, public spaces are becoming more than just places to shop and hang out in; people can now view art for free….. FULL ARTICLE

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