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Emotive and imaginative, Esora showcases Modern Japanese cuisine guided by an affinity with nature and attention to detail. Here, the chefs—Head Chef Takeshi Araki and Chef de Cuisine Noboru Shimohigashi—are storytellers and every dish is an intimate tale of nostalgia, seasonality, and sheer fanaticism.

INSIDER TIP
Make a booking well ahead of time to get a seat at the Chef’s Counter for an intimate, immersive experience.

A contemporary art gallery and non-profit organisation focused on the mediums of print and paper.

INSIDER TIP
Register for creative workshops, talks and performances.

Located at the heart of a residential estate, you’ll find a good mix of some of our favourite Singaporean hawker dishes here.

HIGHLIGHTS
Jian Bo Shui Kueh
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Tiong Bahru Fried Kway Teow
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Min Nan Pork Ribs Prawn Noodle
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A ceramic studio founded by two local artists. Their ambition? To see locally made ceramics in every Singapore home and business.

INSIDER TIP
Register for a one-time ceramic throwing or coiling trial session. By appointment only.

Housed in the National Gallery, Odette is a timeless fine dining destination serving Modern French Cuisine, helmed by Chef Julien Royer and ranked #8 on the World’s 50 Best Restaurants.

INSIDER TIP
Make a reservation 2 months in advance to secure your dining spot. 

Home to the world’s largest public collection of Singaporean and Southeast Asian art, the National Gallery is architecturally a combination of the Old Supreme Court and City Hall buildings of Singapore.

INSIDER TIP
Book a guided tour or plan your visit ahead and purchase your entry passes beforehand

The brainchild of Chef-Owner Keirin Buck, Le Bon Funk is a natural wine bar and kitchen with a refreshing blend of exceptional boutique wines and elevated, meticulously prepared plates, set in the ever-bustling Club Street.

HIGHLIGHTS
– Beef Tongue and Gribiche Sammy
– Whole Heritage Chicken, Escorola and Fennel Pollen
– Cedar Jelly and Foie Gras Toast

A cocktail bar with an emphasis on local and regional produce. Proud proponents of Asian craftsmen.

HIGHLIGHTS
– Peranakan
– Grasshopper

Inspired by the simple pleasures of home-cooking, Claudine brings quintessential French dishes to the table—designed to be loved by one or shared by many. 

HIGHLIGHTS
– Chou Farci
– Bouillabaisse
– Jambon Persillé
– Pariterole
– Spritz de Provence

A boutique tea house and art studio located in the heart of Orchard Road.

INSIDER TIP
– Join an Art Jam session (1 session: 3 hours, 3 slots per day)

With a vast array of signature Chinese delicacies, Imperial Treasure has become synonymous with authentic fine Chinese cuisine in Singapore.

HIGHLIGHTS
– Roasted Peking Duck
– Sauteed Crab Claw with Shallots & Preserved Olives
– Baby Lobster Baked with Salted Egg Yolk

Inspired by the Golden Age of cocktails and fine drinking, Manhattan is a grand hotel bar, modern with a touch of old glamour and sophistication.

HIGHLIGHTS
– Big Apple Cheesecake
– Eighth Ward
– Sunday Cocktail

Candlenut adopts a contemporary approach to traditional Straits Chinese cuisine and takes pride in creating inspired and elevated Peranakan dishes.

INSIDER TIP
– Go for Chef Malcolm’s signature ‘ah-ma-kase’ menu for a selection of his favourites

A modern Australian-style barbecue restaurant founded by Chef-Owner, Dave Pynt, and ranked #34 on The World’s 50 Best Restaurants. Burnt Ends has also held its first Michelin Star since 2018.

INSIDER TIPS
Reservations are only open 30 days in advance and seats are released at SGT 10AM daily

Serves botanically inspired gelato flavoured with natural ingredients like fruits, flowers, pods, herbs and spices.

HIGHLIGHTS
– Pandan
– Strawberry Basil
– White Chrysanthemum

Mom and pop stall in an old coffeeshop, serving artisanal handmade Roti Prata.

INSIDER TIPS
– Go early! Usually sells out by noon
– Irregular business hours, call before heading down

The Intan is situated deep within the Peranakan heritage neighbourhood, Joo Chiat. It showcases the history, traditions and lifestyle of Peranakans in Singapore.

INSIDER TIP
– Make an appointment via the-intan.com

A stunning amalgam of restaurant, bar and urban escape, Tanjong Beach Club is an all-day sun-kissed playground on Singapore’s best strip of sand.

HIGHLIGHTS
– Book a daybed and enjoy the sunset when evening closes in

World-class oceanarium and home to more than 100,000 marine animals of over 800 species. The S.E.A. Aquarium is among the largest aquariums in the world.

INSIDER TIP
– Pre-book tickets online