ABBEY: Wilma tagged me in a post about a new bagel house near Dhoby Ghaut. So before we head to our main destination we went to Onalu Bagel Haus for breakfast. We were welcomed by a warm “Good Morning” from the staff and “bakery-smell” from the bagels.
We got sesame bagel with cream cheese and Something Fishy (bagel, cream cheese, smoked salmon). When they serve you bagel they mean it. It was huge and can be shared (on my opinion). The bread is fresh as well as the fillings. The white walls and furnitures gave the ambiance a homey feel and vibrant. It’s as if telling you to relax and enjoy the bagel which we did.
People come on go to have their to-go coffee of sandwich.
ONALU Bagel Haús MENU
ONALU Bagel Haús Somethin Fishy and Say Cheese
WILL: Bagels are one of the topnotch bread here in Singapore due to it’s pricing. Of course there’s a cheap alternative but do not expect quality. Abbey and I always went for Tanjong Pagar to get our bagel-sandwich but now Abbey found a new gem in the heart of SMU.
It is the ONALU Bagel Haus. The first thing you will notice is that the well lit white space and their dining area that resembles just like in our houses. Well, it gives a homey feel.
We had the Somethin Fishy with Plain Bagel. I savour the bagel’s texture and my verdict is bagel at Onalu is absolutely on the standard. Not hard and not too soft; the quality of freshly baked bagels. The smoked salmon and cream makes the bagel, ahm..well my whole brunch extra special.
Say Cheese for only $4 will fill up your tummy and may last until tea time. It is a fulfilling breakfast for me!
ABBEY: Since the start of Christmas season, I suddenly have a craving for a hot chocolate. I picture it hot, creamy, slightly thick and rich in flavour.
It was satisfied by the signature chocolate of Angelina, L’Africain. But boy, it was priced at 13SGD. It was served on a tiny porcelain jug and whipped cream on the side. The taste of chocolate alone brings back memories and really fits the festive air. Adding the whipped cream makes it more thick and decadent. It is smooth till the last drop. I partnered it with egg croissant with smoked salmon.
But I’m telling you, the hot chocolate itself is enough. Try it and see for yourself.
Angelina Restaurant and Cafe in Singapore l Marina Bay Sands Angelina, L’Africain
Angelina Restaurant and Cafe in Singapore l Marina Bay Sands Angelina Croissant with Smoked Salmon
Angelina Restaurant and Cafe in Singapore l Marina Bay Sands Éclair Caramel Beurre Salé
Angelina Restaurant and Cafe in Singapore l Marina Bay Sands
WILL: Do you remember my post about the 18km morning walk for a breakfast? No? Please click this link below. Haha! Abbey is craving for a hot chocolate and he is feeling festive so we decided to get one of the best review hot chocolate in Singapore.. the Angelina at Marina Bay Sands. We walked for almost 4 hours. Great right?
Angelina is a French Cafe and they pride themselves on their hot chocolate. What can I say? Please continue on what you are doing with your creamy, smooth, not so sweet yet not bitter hot chocolate drink. They have a good partnering of black coffee and whip cream. I am awaken on this kind combination.
Their Éclair caramel beurre salé reminds me of eclair candy in the Philippines. Nostalgic and perfect to my black creamy coffee.
ABBEY: It was my birthday and Wilma came up with an unusual place for dinner: Coyote Ugly. We were there 5PM and yes it was way too early. Haha.
We got a plate of nachos and a jug of mojito. And for me Hawaiian Time Burger (comes with drink). The nacho is full of toppings and crunchy. My burger is a grilled chicken burger with cheddar and mayo which flows out of every bite and eating is almost messy. And I drown it all with two servings of the cocktail.
We left after 2 hours when the music grew loud as the bar comes to life. Signs of aging huh?
Coyote Ugly Saloon in Clarke Quay Singapore - Hawaiian Time Burger
Coyote Ugly Saloon in Clarke Quay Singapore - Nachos
WILL: It’s Abbey’s birthday and we celebrated his birthday with one of his favourite comfort food. Burgers and fries at one of his unfamiliar place, a bar. Haha!
I saw very enticing $10 promotion of burgers & fries and $35 jug of Mojito. Oh please take note, their patty is wagyu beef! Yeahba!
How’s the taste? Of course not your fastfoods' burger. The patty is thick and vegetable inside is fresh! The bun is soft and dressing binds everything well! The fries is not a fresh cut potato but every piece has its crisp. The pitcher of Mojito will serve up to 8 glasses and damn!...it has a kick! Good to say it is not watered down.
The place is quite peaceful from 5-7 but when the clock passed 7 the music came to life and we can’t hardly hear each other. Well, the night just got started!
Will definitely come back and want to witness the coyotes to dance at the bar! This is a must visit, it is value for money!
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Coyote Ugly Saloon - In Singapore
(W) https://www.coyoteuglysingapore.com/
(H) 5pm - 1030pm (hours might differ)
(A) 3B River Valley Rd, Blk B Clarke Quay, #01-08, Singapore 179021
ABBEY: We had this craving for cookies and we want to get it from new shops. And then we found Nasty Cookies at Funan Mall. The teal-light-bluish shop is selling jumbo cookies. And they come in different flavours.
We got a box of six and each cookie is individually boxed. How cool is that? Perfect for gifts. You won’t be shy to give it away as they also taste good. We had Choc Chip, Dark Choc Chip, Biscoff Cookie, White Choc Macademia, Oh! Smores, and Cookies N Cream Cheesecake.
All of them are decadent and will definitely satisfy your sugar needs. As their message on the wall; it is worth every calorie. Haha. Just to give you an idea, a cookie costs almost an average price of a typical hawker dish.
Nasty Cookie - Singapore's first NY Gourmet Cookie Store Price Menu
WILL: I am quite frustrated with my latest trip with "chunky" cookie (you know what I am saying? haha) and Facebook’s algorithm worked again and enticed me and Abbey to try the new Nasty Cookie. One of the branches of Nasty Cookie is at Funan Mall. It is quite hidden so take time and patience to find it. But you will never get wrong of the store due to glaring Tiffany Blue color.
That time they only offer a few selection and I am astounded of the price. It is steep! Haha! The cookie’s diameter is not that big but it is thick. Abbey and I chose Dark Chocolate Chip, Biscoff Cookie, Oh! Smores, Chocolate Chip, White Chocolate Macadamia, Cookies and Creme Cheesecake.
We do not have a microwave but heat it up using an oven. The chocolate, marshmallow or whatever flavor inside the cookie oozes out with delight. The flavour is intensified by the heat. The dough texture is perfect. Not hard, not crumbly, quite chewy but not so sweet! Blends perfectly on toppings.
Now, Nasty Cookie is my favourite store cookie! Do not skip their Biscoff Cookie & Oh! Smores!
ABBEY: As part of pampering, we went to Organic Salon for hair treatment and cut.
We were given scalp assessment and found out that mine is oily. There came what I called “menthol” therapy. After a relaxing shampoo session, they also put serum on my scalp. It was as if my head was dipped in a toothpaste solution. I felt coolness and lightness on my head. Next thing I know I had a haircut ($39.10) which suits me well.
The service price is somehow on the expensive side but it’s worth your while.
Organic Hair Professional on Fave Voucher
WILL: Another tried salon from FAVE. I had the $59.68 deal that consisted of hair colouring and argan oil treatment.
There are so many salon offering their promotions at FAVE but Organic Salon hits most due to being “organic”. Come to think of it, we do not need all those chemicals applied on our body specially on our head. So let’s go for organic.
They are offering a free scalp analysis and I am willingly asked for a top-up of $80++. The scalp treatment ate up almost half of our stay at their salon. The process? Scalp analysis, Scalp Massage, High Frequency Comb, Nanospray and Light Therapy. After that process, you can really see with your own eyes (no need of machine) that the scalp is all cleaned and very clear.
On the other hand, they never met expected color of my hair. Quite a disappointment. Oh! Warning! They are pushy! That is the time that you will regret going to a salon. You can’t relax. Haha! They really don’t accept NO for an answer.
For scalp cleaning, recommendable. For the failed color I experienced is a ‘no’ and for marketing definitely a big NO.
WILL: I am quite curious how the Jurong Lake Garden looks like. Well, Chat made me jealous on her exercise videos. So when she invited on her birthday, I suggested if we can roam around the famous Jurong Lake Garden. It is quite late because we waited for the rain to stop so I told Chat that we will come back to see the huge park through sunlight!
After a week, Abbey and I were back and marvelled the beauty of not yet fully opened 90 hectare park.
We enjoyed the playground specially the zipline. We were amazed by the Allotment Garden and spend some time at The Lone Tree.
We covered around 7km of the park and we are definitely be back once the Chinese and Japanese are renovated.
That is a fun run we have. Your kids will definitely enjoy the Jurong Lake Gardens
HOW TO GET THERE: Via East-West Line: Nearest MRT: Lakeside MRT (EW26) Directions: It's a 3 minutes walk from Lakeside MRT. Take Exit A from Lakeside MRT.
LARGEST HEDGE MAZE AT WORLD’S BEST AIRPORT | SINGAPORE JEWEL CHANGI AIRPORT + CANOPY PARK
WILL: Most airports will cater the typical needs of passengers like restaurants, lounges and shops meanwhile Singapore Airport is providing an extra experience not only for tourist but also for transit passengers. I am not surprised why Changi Airport is always awarded as the WORLD’S BEST AIRPORT!
In Changi, there are already four airport terminals and in the middle of those terminal lies the Jewel Changi. Hey you do not need a plane ticket to get in there. It is open to public. It is a mall with direct link to Singapore airports.
You can see the famous and world’s tallest indoor waterfall, the HSBC Rain Vortex and if you are wanting for more you head to level 5 of Jewel Changi and enter the Canopy Park that holds the only hedge maze in airport!
Wwwweetweeewww! I truly enjoyed that experience. I love the idea of getting lost and solving my way out haha! I think this is a perfect test of patience and problem solving for your kids. Totally recommendable!
How We Celebrate Birthday In Abroad! Ofw - Singapore | Singapore Apple Floating Store & Level33 | The World's Highest Urban Craft-Brewery
WILL: For every birthday of my husband, I always make it a point that it will be a special celebration. Why? He is one of the greatest gift I have received from the ALMIGHTY! That is why I always want to shower him with my attention and loving care.
On 2020 while the world is on a halt, I looked for a place where we can dine with a relaxing sight! Of course, on a budget! Haha! LeVel33 came to the rescue!
LeVel33, the the World's Highest Urban Microbrewery is giving its diners the luxury of the view of Singapore’s Marina Bay, the scattered ships at the sea and magnificent horizon.
LeVel33 offers a Weekday Executive Lunch with a buffet of entrée, fruits and cheese for only S$42.00. For main course, Abbey ordered a medium well steak and I went for halibut with mashed potato.
OMG! This is not the first time I ate halibut but this is the time I really appreciated the texture of the said fish! It is soft and somewhat buttery! Perfectly matched with the mashed potato.
Kuddos to the Level33 staffs as they are quite attentive on what you need and observant on what we like on their raw bar. +10 points on that! Highly recommended if you will be having a business lunch meeting!
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LeVeL33 Craft-Brewery Restaurant & Lounge
(W) https://www.level33.com.sg
(H) 1130am - 1030pm Daily
(A) 8 Marina Boulevard #33-01 Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 1 018981
WILL: Okay! Okay! I am preparing myself to test if I am really over with my fear of lizards. Small or big I really have a huge fear and disgust over them. So where should I go to face my fear? At a wetland! Sungei Buloh adventure it is!
It is early in the morning I mustered and talked to myself that it is only an animal and man have power over them. Haha! What a self talk! On the gate of Sungei Buloh there’s a huge photo of what to expect inside the park and of course, giant lizards were there!
Upon entering the park, we immediately greeted by a fresh and misty air. Love to be around the nature. The walkway was not that soft as mud. Just perfect for our great adventure.
Sungei Buloh is Singapore’s first ASEAN Heritage Park. It is popular for birdwatchers so please keep your voice down so birds won’t be disturbed. Please do not litter too! Do not forget to take a photo of the famous observation pods tower of the Sungei Buloh.
Uh-oh! At the centre of our walkway on the middle of our travel, there it is my ENEMY waiting if I really conquered my fear! Haha! I kept my calm and wait for him to walk to the side of the road. I can look at it for now but I can’t stand a minute beside it. Oh well, who will? Monitor lizards are wild animals! Haha!
That was a great exploration! Come visit the Sungei Buloh and be succumbed by nature!
ABBEY: Our table in Paddock was reserved long back even before we knew if I’ll pass my last certification for the year. It’s as if my wife could tell the future. Haha. After two hours of examination I cleared it and when the adrenaline subsided we got ready and head to Singapore Polo Club. We were supposed to seat at a table beside the grass field but there was TV show shooting that time but table beside the pool is also fine.
I had their Polo Club Sandwich. It was huge and has beef pastrami, swiss cheese, ham, fried egg and fries on the side. The pastrami is juicy while the egg yolk oozed out to the bread after I cut it. Overall not too salty and the items went well with each other. I also put some mustard and ketchup to add more flavor to it. And then I washed it down with a rootbeer float.
The Paddock Bistro - Singapore Polo Club | Lunch Deals - Polo Club Sandwich
The Paddock Bistro - Singapore Polo Club | Lunch Deals - Falafel
WILL: Abbey passed a Microsoft Azure test. Woootwooooot! Another technical certification was conquered. And because Microsoft Azure is not his usual database (Abbey is an Oracle SME), we decided to dine to a not usual go to. The Paddock which is located at Singapore Polo Club. The Paddock is open for (non-members) on weekdays so we seized that opportunity for a Friday lunch.
We booked to be seated at the Chukka Terrace but there’s a tv shooting at that moment so we were requested to be at the poolside. It defies what we want to experience (watching horse while dining) but we are there to enjoy the day. So no issues on that.
We are just beside their kitchen and I heard that almost of the food ordered coming our from there is a falafel burger. So I also went for that. OMG! Now I know why the guests almost all went for their falafel. It’s patty is very moist. So moist that it crumbles. This is the best falafel I had so far! Parsley and cilantro is not overpowering but you can definitely taste the presence. Really do enjoyed my falafel partnered with my cranberry juice! Yumm!
That dining is a good experience! Love it and wondering who can beat that falafel! Haha!
ABBEY : I lost to Wilma with our Showdown of Generals (mobile version of Game of the Generals) and the wager is that the winner will pick where to have dinner and the loser will pay. Wilma confessed that she really want to have a Vietnamese meal for a long time. So off we go to Co Chung (Plaza Singapura). We had a serving of spring rolls, grilled pork sandwich, and crab paste and pork vermicelli soup.
The spring rolls are good specially when you dip it in the sweet-salty sauce. We even requested for another round of dip. Our sandwich taste great; the char of the grilled pork and the crunchiness of the vegetables. And the soup will give you the taste of Vietnam. You know it is Viet noodles if it has lime, fresh coriander, julienned carrots and fish sauce.
I can say that I lost the battle even before it started. Haha.
Co Chung Singapore - Authentic taste of Vietnam Goi Cuon
Co Chung Singapore - Authentic taste of Vietnam Banh Mi Thit Nuong
Co Chung Singapore - Authentic taste of Vietnam Bun Rieu Cua
Co Chung Singapore MENU
Co Chung Singapore MENU
Co Chung Singapore MENU
WILL: Abbey was defeated in our Best of Three for Game of The Generals. The bet? He treats me at Co Chung - Plaza Singapura. I am craving for Vietnamese food for weeks and having BanhMi and Pho at that time gave me a relief.
Co Chung is not ordinary. The crab and prawn flavour dominated their Crab Paste and Pork Vermicelli Soup! Oh so yummy! Grilled Pork Sandwich fillings are just the same as others but their buns are extra softer.
Not regretting that we tried this Co Chung at Plaza Singapura. Definitely recommendable! Go and satisfy your Vietnamese food cravings.
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Co Chung Singapore - Authentic taste of Vietnam
(F) https://www.facebook.com/cochungvietnam/
(H) Monday to Sunday : 11am - 9pm
(A)68 Orchard Road, #B2-20, Plaza Singapura, Singapore 238839
Capella Singapore - Sentosa Hotel & Resorts in Singapore | FREE Constellation Room
WILL: Good hotels are not always at Marina Bay Area surrounded by skyscrapers of Singapore some “greater” ones are located at luscious greeneries of the Sentosa island and one of those is the LUXURY 5-STAR Hotel and Resort, CAPELLA.
How do I found out about Capella? When Horst Schulze (the founder of Ritz Carlton Hotels) talk about Capella’s service and said it is better than Ritz. Well, who will not be enticed on that no holds barred description? Immediately Capella is on our bucket list. To add up a reason why Capella is to check out the emblem of President Trump and North Korean Chairman Kim Jong-un. That’s a history!
Another reason? Price wise? They are offering almost the same rate BUT with ala-carte buffet breakfast, $100 dining voucher, free high tea, complimentary fruit basket, free to consume juices and cola on your fridge and a curated activities not only for couple but for the whole family. Ladies and gentlemen please let the Culturist Team know your preferences on activities you want them to book for you. It is like you have your own butler right? Oh! Don’t worry about how to go to the hotel, they also have a complimentary shuttle from Harbourfront station.
We were greeted with a smile when we arrived the hotel. Done the Trace Together check-in and temperature checking, we signed some papers at the reception and after few minutes one of Culturist came with us to to acquaint us to our room.
Our room? I booked for Premier Seaview King Bed Room for $828.00 BUT we were upgraded to Constellation Room. That FREE upgrade almost doubled the amount of our paid room reservation. Woootwoooot! We didn’t shy off to show our excitement and gratefulness to our Culturist.
The Constellation Room is one of the sexiest/romantic room in Singapore and now I know why. Haha! Let’s describe the room. Capella only have 4 Constellation Rooms. They are at the top of the building, so you can consider it as their “penthouse” room. So sosyal and ATAS! Their blinds and curtains can be commanded by a click at their Touch Panel. Forget the Do Not Disturb and Make Up My Room paper signage can also be found in the control panel. The Sealy bed is not so soft nor too hard. It is indeed a comfort. Rivolta Carmignani Linens which can only be found at top notch hotels! What do you expect? Capella has it! The 4 pillows at the bed is firm enough to my preferences.
Each room has it’s own bathtub and balcony provided with the room view you have chosen but Constellation Room comes with a your own private Jacuzzi Hot Tub! Imagine soaking at a relaxing hot tub overlooking the Palawan Beach! This is indeed feels like a royal.
Capella really do take it personally haha! As I requested, they provided my husband a cake and balloons for his birthday. When I asked for the price, they gladly to informed me that it is on the house! What a delight! Abbey and I opted to have in-room dining instead of going to either Bob’s Bar or The Knolls.
Abbey had a steak and I indulge on my paneer. It is a feast of flavour and the mushroom soup soothes as an appetiser.
Food service and room service men do not roam around their eyes around the room. They are always looking down or directly to the man they are talking. That is a good point. A sign that staffs are not nosy. Haha.
The pools. There are adults only, family pool and lap pool. In adults pool, they can totally enjoy the water with serenity of nature and chirping birds. While in the family pool you can play around using floaters. Of course in the lap pool, you can enjoy your swim without any interruptions.
I am surprised to the sweet taste of their oatmeal prodidge, ordered thrice of their prawn dumpling and delighted on their not too strong ginger lemon tea. That’s all I liked at their a la carte buffet breakfast.
Unwind at The Living Room with their books together with a plate of sweets and a cup of tea or coffee.
Thank you so much Capella not only for the upgrade, complimentary cake and balloon but most importantly you make us feel special.
Capella is truly a 5-Star Hotel. Staying at this hotel resort is a luxurious experience for me and my hubby. We will never forget this stay! Hope to see you again!
ABBEY: 25 Degrees has always been on my list but didn’t got a chance to dine as it is always out of our way. However an opportunity came up when we were near the vicinity.
We went there as soon as it opens and ordered Burger Number One (beef patty, caramelized onion, bacon). This came with fries and a milkshake (chocolate for me please).
The patty is moist and juicy and my indulgence was completed with a creamy and decadent chocolate milkshake. Who counts the calories right? Please allow the kitchen to prepare your meal though so have a chat with your someone while waiting.
25 Degrees Burger, Wine & Liquor Bar : Veggie Burger
25 Degrees Burger, Wine & Liquor Bar : Burger Number One
WILL: We went out to Rediscover Singapore and one of goal is to look out for the magnificent murals from Tiong Bahru, Haji Lane and some at Little India. Of course, rediscovering sites at Singapore means we need to lunch out too. Haha! Instead of going to malls for a lunch, we checked out the burgers at 25 degrees.
25 degrees is located at the foot of G Hotel (near Bugis) and I ordered their Veggie Burger. Am I bad if I will say that I am expecting 25degrees that they will be the same as the fastfood chains? To my surprise so far, their veggie patty is the best that I ever had!
It is not dry! Now I know what the “real” veggie burger should taste. You will be aware of what’s inside, you can still see
some of the leaves grounded into a patty. It’s green color patty is appetizing and gives a guilt-free eating of a burger. Haha! What makes it extra special? Their 1-for-1 milkshake on Wednesdays. Oh my! The thick vanilla milkshake is an extra treat!
Check it out!
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25 Degrees Burgers and Liquor Bar
(W) https://www.randblab.com/
(H) Saturday to Thursday : 11 am to 11pm | Friday : 7am to 1am
