Drink Coffee Like a Singaporean

Photography by Edwin Koo for The New York Times

There are many ways to explore Singapore — through its casinos, its busy night clubs, its botanical gardens. As a youth there, I became well acquainted with its Burger Kings and malls. But I realized during visits from the United States that the most authentic view of the city is always at a kopitiam: one of the old-school coffee shops that dot almost every neighborhood in the country, serving up cheap breakfasts, uniquely Singaporean coffee and, later in the day, cold beer and simple meals….Read more…

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The ‘S-Factors’ of Singapore

The past few years have seen a dramatic rise in Filipinos visiting Singapore.

With very affordable air fares enticing even the ordinary Filipinos to travel, Singapore evolves as one of the more popular destinations for travelers because of its proximity to the Philippines which means short travel time, and its “S-factors”—sights, sounds, shopping and sumptuous food….. FULL ARTICLE

March 15, Ana Marie S. Tiangco, www.mb.com.ph

The S.Pellegrino World’s 50 Best Restaurants: Singapore

Some say that Singapore is the best food city in the world. Founded by Sir Stamford Raffles as a trading post of the British East India Company in 1819, the tiny city state attracted a host of merchants and workers from Kerala to Canton. Many stayed, carving out little enclaves in the city and nurturing one of Asia’s most vibrant street food and hawker stall scenes. From flaky hot Indian roti to tongue tingling Chinese chilly crab and rich Sumatran beef rendang, you can have it all here…. FULL ARTICLE

www.theworlds50best.com

Chinese New Year Celebrations 2011 Usher in the Year of the Rabbit in Singapore

Chinese New Year, also known as Lunar New Year and the Spring Festival, is one of the most eagerly anticipated occasions of the year. In 2011, the festival will take place from January 15 – February 28, 2011 in Singapore’s Chinatown….. FULL ARTICLE

January 6, www.etravelblackboardasia.com

New inbound tourism pass launched

A new inbound tourism pass was launched on Monday. The See Singapore Attractions Pass will create a more personalised experience for visitors to Singapore. The pass is created by iVenture Card, provider of tourism, lifestyle and entertainment experiences….. FULL ARTICLE

December 20, Lim Hong Gek, www.channelnewsasia.com

A starlit Christmas in YourSingapore

WITH the school holidays just around the corner, it’s time to plan where to take your family, for that much-needed getaway and also to celebrate Christmas. Here are some ideas for you to enjoy YourSingapore holiday this year-end. Every year, Orchard Road is the scene of the annual Christmas Light-Up event. With this year’s theme being A Starlit Christmas, walkways will be drenched in a stunning kaleidoscope of twinkling lights with sprinklings of star-shaped lights strewn from treetops and lampposts, creating a magical experience….. FULL ARTICLE

November 18, Anansa Jacob, www.thesundaily.com

Fulfilling YourSingapore gastronomic desires

In Singapore, there are many famous restaurants around the island that draw foodies from all walks of life. These restaurants not only showcase the diversity of Asian cuisine, but also expound other international flavours, proving that Singapore is a melting pot of culinary choices and flavours….. FULL ARTICLE

October 22, Anansa Jacob, www.thesundaily.com

A Sensory Indulgence in YourSingapore

VISITORS to Singapore can expect to be entertained with a host of exciting events, unique musical extravaganza and dance performances. It’s a full-on sensory indulgence at every turn….. FULL ARTICLE

September 23, www.thesundaily.com

Alonso wins Singapore Grand Prix 2010!

Fernando Alonso won the Singapore Grand Prix tonight in his Ferrari, in a close fought battle with Red Bull’s Sebastian Vettel in second place by 0.2 seconds. Mark Webber finished a distant third in his Red Bull, 29.1 seconds behind. Alonso takes pole-position, fastest lap and the race win – the first driver to do so since Michael Schumacher at the 2004 Hungarian Grand Prix.FULL ARTICLE

September 27, By Grandprix.com