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Back when The Fabulous Baker Boy closed their Fort Canning Outlet in 2020 during the Covid-19 pandemic, fans of their bakes and grub were devastated. This soon turned to cheers though when the cafe, which is owned by baker and theatre actor Juwanda Hashim, reopened in February 2021 at Aliwal Arts Centre. But three years later, the cafe has once...

Usher in 2023 with January's activities! An art-centric focus awaits with events like Singapore Art Week and Light to Night happening.

With Singapore Art Week in full swing and Chinese New Year coming up fast, we can practically hear the buzz of energy in the air. This week brings a slew of dreamy escapes from the grind, from a multi-sensory installation on happiness to reimaginings of urban living. If you’re craving some crafting therapy, there’s an intriguing new pottery studio in...

SINGAPORE, Oct 17 — Issues surrounding death can be specific to a culture and it can be hard to talk about the end of life, as a team found out while examining this subject through an arts project called “Both Sides, Now”. The project seeks to encourage the wider community here to explore...

May 11, 2021 Facebook/goodbitessg There’s been an uptick in the halal dining scene and we’ve sussed out some of the chicest joints that’ll make for fodder for your feed. Whether you’re Muslim or dining with Muslim friends, you won’t be stumped when it comes to finding a stylish halal cafe to while away the afternoon or hang out for a relaxing brunch. 1. The Fabulous Baker Boy [embed]https://www.instagram.com/p/CKVDQNSnSt6/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link[/embed] After closing its Fort C...

[embed]https://www.instagram.com/p/CJFWjAhHoD0/?utm_source=ig_embed[/embed] If you’re hankering for French cuisine, make a beeline for The White Label, a new halal French restaurant located at Beach Road. Here, you’ll find French-Malayan fusion cuisine, with halal dishes infused with a local flavour. Expect to dine on French classics like Short Ribs Bourguignon and Herb Crusted Lamb Rack, as well as fusion fare like Squid Ink Spaghetti (made with ‘sotong masak hitam’ sauce), and Ondeh-O...

February 08, 2021 PHOTO: AsiaOne/ Melissa Teo The news of The Fabulous Baker Boys closure in June last year left many foodies absolutely crushed. Helmed by owner, baker and theatre actor Juwanda Hassim, the cafe cum bakery at Fort Canning was a popular spot to enjoy cafe grub and cakes surrounded by lush greenery. It took Juwanda a gruelling three months to find the space as he had to consider many factors, one of which was securing a shop unit that was big enough to accommodate at least 70 di...

January 27, 2021 The Fabulous Baker Boy Spearheaded by owner, baker and theatre actor Juwanda Hassim, The Fabulous Baker Boy had a glorious 10 years of service at The Foothills of Fort Canning before announcing their closure in June last year due to the pandemic. However, fans of the well-loved cafe did not have to grieve for long as the establishment announced a few months later (Nov 26) that theyd be returning to the F&B scene in Jan 2021. Now, the cafes back — bigger and better — at Al...

Things to do, watch, listen this week: 25 to 31 Jan Things to do, watch, listen this week: 25 to 31 Jan PUBLISHED ON 27/01/2021 12:00 am By Vondra Tay If you are looking to spend time with family and friends this week, consider bonding over arts and culture events. Visit an unusual drive-through exhibition that features captivating art installations, catch a theatre performance that explores climate change, or check ou...