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August 2018: Newly Visited Nearby Cafes & Bars in Singapore

August is the official seventh month of the year, and as inviting as it is, there are so many new things to watch on Netflix - from movies, shows, and originals coming and going. But, can we all agree to stop that Netflix-and-chill activity for a moment, and just go out and exercise our social skills with our friends, loved ones, and with ourselves? Why not enjoy some quality coffee time. Because why not, there are some nice inexpensive yet exciting nearby cafes, restaurants, hangout places, and bars in Singapore to discover yet again. Because yes, everyone here takes their coffee and cafes utterly new and freshly brewed, and no one is feeling lazy for doing so. For the month of August, here are the places I recommend for you to try and enjoy your cuppa joes!

Atlas

Address: 600 North Bridge Rd, Parkview Square, Singapore 188778

Opening Hours: Mon – Fri 10:00 A.M. – 1:00 A.M. Sat 3:00 P.M. – 2:00 A.M.

Official Website: http://atlasbar.sg/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/atlasbarsingapore/
Nearest MRT: Bugis

Atlas Grand Lobby & Bar has gotten plenty of publicity over the past few months because of its location in Parkview Square, a building that has been nicknamed “the Gotham building” due to its striking design. But there’s so much more to this bar that’s opening on 25 March 2017 than just its design. For starters, Atlas is going to be helmed by one of Europe’s leading bartenders, Roman Foltan, who previously worked at Artesian at The Langham, which is voted the World’s Best Bar four times consecutively — if that doesn’t make you excited for what he’ll bring to the table, I’m not sure what else will. Read more at: https://sethlui.com/atlas-grand-lobby-bar-singapore/

Two Hana

Address: Century Square, #01-21, 2 Tampines Central 5, 529509

Opening Hours: Daily 8:00 A.M. – 10:00 P.M.

Official Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TwoHanaSG/
Nearest MRT: Tampines

The Place It is not easy to imagine that Two Hana is by the Seoul Garden Group, the brand which I am sure most people are familiar with at some point in their lives. Located at the newly renovated Century Square in Tampines in the east of Singapore, Two Hana is an edgy looking Korean and Western cafe at the ground level of the mall. Hana means ‘one’ in Korean, hence the concept of Two Hana feels like a two cuisine in one space, though it also aspire to be a space other than your home. 1+1=3, profound much? Read more at: https://therantingpanda.com/2018/06/19/food-review-two-hana-at-century-square-tampines-affordable-korean-and-western-cafe-served-with-nzs-allpress-coffee-beans/

5 The Moments Cafe

Address: 73 Tg Pagar Rd, Singapore 088494

Opening Hours: Sun – Thu 12:00 P.M. – 11:00 P.M. Fri – Sat 12:00 P.M. – 11:30 P.M.

Official Website: http://www.5themoments.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5themoments/
Nearest MRT: Tanjong Pagar

5 The Moments, a film photography café is testimonial to excellent use of space and resources – a portion of space is sublet. Their photography works are partially displayed, mostly mood shots, along with travel portfolios portraying romance and freedom. The name is a play on “Find The Moments”. Read more at: http://danielfooddiary.com/2014/12/15/5themoments/

Fasta

Address: 26 Beach Road, B1-23 South Beach Avenue, 189768

Opening Hours: Mon – Sat 12:00 P.M. – 9:00 P.M.

Official Website: http://fasta.com.sg/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fastasg/
Nearest MRT: Esplanade

Fasta is a small cafe residing in South Beach, a large building complex near to Esplanade MRT Station. With only about 20 seats available to dine in, this cafe offers fusion pasta bowls in either warm or cold versions. You can even create your own pasta bowl from scratch! From choices of noodles, sides and meats, you get to customise your bowl of pasta with any of the ingredients you like, prices starting from $8.50. Otherwise, you can order from the standard list of pastas. Big eaters can upsize your bowl for $1.00, or add a Lava Egg for $1.50. One notable feature about this cafe is that food are served in takeaway bowls, so office workers who are not going to dine here can bring delicious pastas back to their workplace, hassle-free! Read more at: http://www.sixmealsperday.com/2016/11/19/fasta-south-beach/

Wimbly Lu Tyrwhitt

Address: 166 Tyrwhitt Rd, 207570

Opening Hours: Mon Wed Thu 12:00 P.M. – 10:30 P.M., Fri 12:00 P.M. – 11:00 P.M. Sat 9:00 A.M. – 11:00 P.M. Sun 9:00 A.M. – 10:30 P.M.

Official Website: http://www.wimblylu.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WimblyLuChocolates/
Nearest MRT: Bendemeer

Wimbly Lu is a cafe and chocolatier that has become well known for their chocolate truffles and waffles. Their popularity must be one of the reasons for the traffic woes in Jalan Riang off Upper Serangoon Road. Their new outlet, Wimbly Lu Tyrwhitt, is a cosy space in the hipster neighborhood of Jalan Besar-Lavender. Parking should be less of an issue at Tyrwhitt Road and, in any case, the location is more accessible by public transport. Read more at: https://ordinarypatrons.com/2017/04/24/wimbly-lu-tyrwhitt-cafe/

Dean and Deluca Somerset

Address: 181 Orchard Rd, 01-09/10/15, Singapore 238896

Opening Hours: Daily 10:00 A.M. – 10:00 P.M.

Official Website: http://www.deandeluca.com.sg/store-locations-sg/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DeanDelucaSG/
Nearest MRT: Somerset

The Fried Chicken & Waffle with Smoky Cheese Sauce ($18) features 2 large pieces of fried chicken with waffle, and a side of cheese sauce and maple syrup. The fried chicken boasts an extremely crispy skin and succulent meat, which exudes out a lush juiciness with every bite. The waffle leans towards the denser, stodgier side, lacking in the crispiness and fluffiness of the usual suspects. While rather bland on its own, drizzle the maple syrup on the waffle for a sweeter rendition, which pairs well with the savoury elements on the plate. Read more at: https://www.sgfoodonfoot.com/2018/03/dean-deluca-orchard-central-offers.html

Pancake Cafe Belle-Ville

Address: 230 Victoria Street #01-01B, 188024

Opening Hours: Daily 8:00 A.M. – 8:30 P.M.

Official Website: http://www.sunpark.ne.jp/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PancakeCafe.belleville/
Nearest MRT: Bugis

Our first stop was not only the newest but also the smallest. Belle-Ville Pancake Café only opened in late June 2018 and has already been attracting long queues on the weekends. The cozy café can be found at Bugis Junction’s office tower facing the corner of Victoria Street and Rochor Road. Originally from Osaka, Belle-Ville Pancake Café specialises in meringue millefeuille pancakes. We placed an order for a stack of four Strawberry and Mixed Berry Pancakes ($14.40), one of their most popular menu items. Read more at: https://www.littledayout.com/2018/06/27/japanese-pancakes-in-singapore/

a-Day Orchard

Address: #04-08, Central, 181 Orchard Rd, Singapore 238896

Opening Hours: Daily 11:00 A.M. – 10:00 P.M.

Official Website: http://foodinsing.com/a-day-singapore/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adaysg/
Nearest MRT: Somerset

Taking over the former premises of the now-defunct Pompompourin Cafe, the interior layout still pretty reminiscent of the previous tenant, though a-day did make a few changes to create its own look with a more European touch. The menu serves a rather sizable variety of mains, ranging from Tonkatsu, Pasta and Ramen to Kamameshi, Tamagotoji and Omurice. A unique part of the menu is the ability to order two mains as part of the combination plate promotion at a price of $18.99++, though patrons are subject to terms and conditions stated in the menu (which would be elaborated at the end of the post). Read more at: https://jiaksimipng.wordpress.com/2017/09/28/a-day-orchard-central/

Beans & Cream

Address: #01-260, 347 Bukit Batok Street 34, Block 347, 650347

Opening Hours: Tue – Fri 12:30 P.M. – 9:30 P.M. Sat – Sun 12:00 P.M. – 9:30 P.M.

Official Website: http://www.beansncream.com.sg/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beansncreamsg/
Nearest MRT: Bukit Batok

A rare visit to the far North-West of Singapore and thankfully it was satisfying! Beans and Cream is walking distance from Bukit Gombak station (nearer than Bukit Batok Station). As the name suggest, this cafe is in the business of Waffles, Ice Cream and Coffee. Simple and unpretentious outwardly, but promises great delivery! Read more at: http://lepakwithyaops.com/beans-cream-waffles-coffee-at-heartland-of-bukit-batok/

Kopi & Tarts

Address: Suntec City

Opening Hours: Daily 8:30 A.M. – 10:00 P.M.

Official Website: https://kopiandtarts.com.sg/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kopiandtarts/
Nearest MRT: Promenade

Looking for another coffee place? Here's where you can get your daily dose of coffee at the newly opened Kopi & Tarts, East Wing #01-648! Complemented with the savoury goodness of freshly baked tarts and pastries, nothing beats the simple pleasures of having a great breakfast! Opening Specials: Enjoy a cup of coffee or tea @ only $1, a large puff @ $2 and a box of 6 egg tarts @ 30% OFF! Read more at: https://sunteccity.com.sg/highlight/opening-special-kopi-tarts/

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Train from Arlanda Airport to Stockholm City Center

Around 40 kilometers away from Stockholm, the international airport of Sweden, Stockholm Arlanda Airport, is one of the coolest gateways to international air travel in Sweden, and I must admit, it’s one of the most enjoyable airports I’ve ever had the chance to visit. With four terminals, two of which are for international flights, you already know how busy and maximized this pitstop is; but surprisingly, the Stockholm Arlanda Airport does not seem to mind at all, since it looks so stress-free and well-organized. I noticed how the Arlanda Airport Map does not seem to be so complicated and tiring, considering that they have four terminals and maze-like routes here and there. Of course, this can only mean one thing: lots of convenient features and easy access to newbie travelers and seasoned ones! Their management is doing a pretty good job of ensuring that the everyone is really making the most of their time at the airport. It’s no wonder that they are all set to becoming one of the leading airports in Scandinavia.

One of the excellent transportation options from the airport to the city center that I have tried so far is the Arlanda Express, an airport rail link connecting Stockholm-Arlanda Airport to the Stockholm Central Station. Their service is superb and their schedule is punctual, looks at par with the one in Japan! The train operates four times per hour and up to six times per hour during rush hour. Plus, the travel time from the airport to the city center via the train will take less than 25 minutes, so that’s convenient, considering that you get to have your own guaranteed seat, and a wide window view to enjoy. Free Wifi too, if you don’t like to be too disconnected. The standout feature for me as a traveler is the fact that they even have a mobile app where you can download, purchase a ticket, check the timetable/journey planner, and even travelcards/bulk tickets. So impressive, I haven’t encountered any airport train service like this one in Sweden, I hope Singapore adopts this idea too!

Not that it’s less of an option, but there’s also a bus transfer from the Stockholm Arlanda Airport to the city center, which will take about 35 minutes travel time. Maybe a 10 – 20 minutes difference between the train and bus options, so depending on your purpose of travel and need for “speed”, either option works. Convenience-wise, I personally would choose the train option, mainly because the terminal is already connected inside their airport premises; the bus option will still require you to go out to the parking grounds and queue for the next bus to come in, put your heavy pieces of luggage inside the storage located at the side of the bus (or if it’s not too much, you can bring the luggage with you inside the bus). Yes, first world problems, but believe me, it makes a ton of difference when you travel. Price-wise, the bus option is slightly cheaper than the Arlanda Express train one, which is why you can also choose this bus ride, provided that the schedule fits your overall itinerary. Be sure to check the bus arrival and departure timetable, so that you don’t have to queue for a long time.

After episodes of snow-washed train tracks and blurred images of buildings from the train’s windowpane, not to mention, finished catnaps from my friends, we arrived at the Stockholm Central Station via the Arlanda Express. One of the busiest I’ve ever seen, in front of the central station, stands an iconic statue of Nils Ericson, a prominent Swedish canal, and railway builder. It’s true when they say that the metro stations of Sweden are fantastic, every station deserves a stop because of its unbelievable architecture, and the Central Station is certainly no exception to that! I am so moved (figuratively?) by the train from Arlanda Airport to Stockholm City Center experience!