There’s no denying Singapore’s solid reputation as a food paradise. Whether it is the much-celebrated local food or top-class fine dining cuisine, there is a smorgasboard of dining experiences for everyone to savour. Here’s a list of Singapore’s dining hotspots with countless food options to choose from.
Dining Destinations
LUSH DINING AT DEMPSEY HILL
Who knew that a former British military camp could be reincarnated into a hip lifestyle hub? At Dempsey Hill, smart real estate developers have converted a collection of black-and-white barracks into trendy bars, restaurants and galleries to cater to Singaporeans’ increasingly metropolitan outlook. From chill-out garden cafes and lively seafood restaurants to modern fine dining restaurants and contemporary-chic bistros, one visit to the bucolic spot is often not enough. The best thing about dining in Dempsey Hill is that one is subject to the verdant surroundings of the hillock where the vibe is significantly more relaxed than the neighbouring urban districts, yet visitors need only take a leisurely stroll from the city to find a piece of respite.
RIVERSIDE DINING AT THE QUAYS
Chock-a-block full of snazzy restaurants and bars, the Clarke and Boat Quay areas might seem overwhelming at first so familiarise yourself with the area by taking a river cruise. The standard 30-minute ride gives you a quick overview of the historic area, while the full day pass enables you to hop on and off the solar-powered, eco-friendly river taxi as many times as you want, at any of the 6 stops. Find points of interest and plot your exploratory route while you soak in the sights on the cruise. One of the most densely populated restaurant areas of Singapore, you can take your pick from all sorts of cuisine ranging from Indonesian to Mexican, Japanese to Spanish, Chinese to fusion and more. The two quays truly come alive as night falls and the restaurants and bars light up in an incandescent rainbow – definitely a sight not to be missed.
DELIGHTS IN LITTLE INDIA
With its rows upon rows of heritage shophouses occupying the crowded and convivial district, Little India is one of the must-see neighborhoods in Singapore. Here you will encounter stores hawking glittering jewellery, traditional Indian garb, spices and authentic Indian food. The narrow streets can be rather confusing, so start your visit at Tekka Market at the mouth of Serangoon Road. From here, head towards Mustafa Centre on Syed Alwi Road. Along the way, visit the kaleidoscopic Hindu temples and stop by various boutiques tucked away at Little India Arcade where you can purchase unique souvenirs and ethnic accessories. Various shops dotted along the way also offer traditional Indian sweets such as gulab jamun, jalebi and mithai. For a more substantial meal, head towards Race Course Road. Here, you can sample a local favourite, fish head curry, at established restaurants.
DINING WITH THE STARS AT INTEGRATED RESORTS
Singapore’s culinary scene has been glamorized with the establishment of Marina Bay Sands and Resorts World Sentosa. Complementing the opening of the Integrated Resorts are 13 celebrity chef restaurants headed by some of the world’s most renowned culinary masters. These include Joel Robuchon, Kunio Tokuoka, Susur Lee and Scott Webster, who are operating fine dining restaurants at Resorts World Sentosa. Acclaimed French chef, Robuchon, has brought three dining concepts to the entertainment hub. La Table de Joel Robuchon and The Pastry Shop & Lounge are more informal outfits. At Marina Bay Sands, the star-studded line up of chefs comprises Daniel Boulud, Mario Batali, Wolfgang Puck, Guy Savoy and Tetsuya Wakuda.
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