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Take Me Back to the New Duxton Hill

Our recent stroll around Duxton Hill will stand out as one of my most treasured memories. It was relaxing to explore the place with my sweetest companion. I usually try to avoid a lot of walking and sweating in the … Continue reading

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Walking from Bussorah to Kandahar Street

As we walked on, this perfume store appeared at Bussorah Street – Jamal Kazura. The store that sells perfume made without alcohol. You can make your own fragrance too. Resisted the Turkish, Mediterranean place because Nasi Padang was calling. We … Continue reading

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Exploring Club Street and Ann Siang Hill

When you think Singapore you don’t normally imagine quiet, calm or serene. That’s why I love to seek these places out. Places like Club Street and Ann Siang Hill. You don’t need to spend a cent. Just walk the streets … Continue reading

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Exploring Holland Village (Part 2 of 2)

I like walking through the old shopping centre at Holland Village and the base of which is Cold Storage which seems to have been here forever. I recall coming here when I was in Junior College, a lifetime ago. I … Continue reading

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Exploring Holland Village (Part 1 of 2)

As we enter Holland Village on another super hot, blue sky day, you can see that construction of the MRT is still going on. I can’t wait for this stop on the yellow line to be ready. There is the … Continue reading

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Exploring: Joo Chiat’s Architecture (Part 2 of 2)

I could have hung around this area all day. It was just so nice having a stroll here. Hmmm it seems these shophouses are for rent. Wouldn’t it be lovely to live or have an office here? The rental must … Continue reading

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Arab Street: Smoke a Hookah at Sufis Corner

After more than 40 years in Singapore and on this planet, this is the first time I have come across Hookahs and people smoking these beautiful water pipes. I sure am swakoo (Singlish for country bumpkin), but in a way … Continue reading

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