Tag Archives: Starbucks

At Plaza Singapura Again: thoughts about queues

Talking about pretty designs, I’m loving the new white Starbucks mugs with the embossed logo and wonder how much they cost. Finally got a seat at the Starbucks outlet at Plaza Singapura’s new wing. We came here to try the … Continue reading

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New: Starbucks at Hougang Mall

Starbucks lattes are getting more and more dilute but I’m still excited to see one soon to open at Hougang Mall. At least I can get my coffee fix the next time I’m here. There were no other options before.

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Jem: The Upscale New Mall at Jurong East (& My Directory Picks)

We were super kiasu, I’m embarrassed to say, and checked out the newest mall jem even though most of it is just a replica of malls in Orchard Road, like Centrepoint. And nope, no queuing for us as we didn’t … Continue reading

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In the East of Singapore

Lovely canopy of trees and it was pretty relaxing even though it was the weekend. I guess we got lucky with the timing as people were leaving as we arrived at the Starbucks at Big Splash. (Wrote the post some … Continue reading

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CNY 2013: The Chinese New Year Buzz at Plaza Singapura

Last year I was quite impressed by the Starbucks dragon bear and this year I was excited to see them continuing with the theme. There was a bear with a green snake around it’s neck ala Britney Spears. But it … Continue reading

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Plaza Singapura: New Wing

B brought me to Plaza Singapura and I was amazed to see a new wing. I wonder how come he always knows when something new opens. He said it was just random thing as he spotted the new wing from … Continue reading

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We Just Discovered Rochester Mall (& a Peek at the Directory)

I like discovering new places because if I don’t I think I’ll be bored to death in Singapore which is so tiny we often keep going back to the same old places. Rochester Mall is not fully open yet, but … Continue reading

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Liang Court: $2 Store, the Bakery & Starbucks

As the items in this two dollar store keep changing, thought I’d show you what they have at the moment. The little bears are so cute aren’t they? Another treat that reminds me of primary school – prawn crackers. Japanese … Continue reading

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Starbucks Dragon Bear

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Sembawang Shopping Centre: Starbucks & Daiso

Coffee, coffee and more coffee. The new Starbucks logo. But you’re lucky if you can get a seat. There’s a Daiso here. Each item goes for just S$2. Do I need to say any more? Like these quirky cards. A … Continue reading

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Weekend at West Coast Plaza

It’s ironical that I blog about malls, as I’m quite anti-mall and loathe clothes shopping in Singapore. Shopping for books though is a different matter and one I thoroughly enjoy. Blogging about malls makes the experience different though. I feel … Continue reading

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Chinese New Year 2011: Raffles City Shopping Centre

I used to love the Starbucks at this mall as it was cosy and located just where you got off the escalator, from City Hall MRT. It’s now been modified and no longer air-conditioned. It looks a bit too cramped … Continue reading

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Singapore Daily Photos: Toy Story Christmas at Parkway Parade

Christmas with Woody and friends. I know of Toy Story, because of the sweetest little boy, who is still little, but I can’t refer to him as a baby anymore. Even when he was 2, he would say in the … Continue reading

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Only in Singapore! – Happy Studying Sign at Starbucks

I don’t think you will see a sign like this in any other country. The kids in Singapore need to constantly swot for exams. It’s due to people in Singapore being kiasu (Singlish for afraid to lose out). Kids also … Continue reading

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More Dining Places at Nex

Cafe Cartel which used to be located at Serangoon Gardens and I’ve also tried the outlets at Plaza Singapura and Junction 8. Not a big fan but used to be when they just opened a couple of years ago. I … Continue reading

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Serangoon Central’s Nex Mall (More Shops & My Version of a Directory)

Hi there. Thanks for reading. I’ve moved to Singapore Actually See you there 🙂 ************************* Updated on 13 Feb 2011: Pretty furnishings and bridal decorations at King & King Wong, a furniture store at level 4 that extends to the … Continue reading

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Starbucks at Sembawang Shopping Centre

I like Starbucks not only for their iced latte but for the total experience. I find the decor very conducive for writing and reading. But some outlets are just better than others. The one at CityHall used to be a … Continue reading

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Singapore Daily Photos: A Starbucks Christmas (Liang Court)

Gosh I sound so commercial and like such a coffee addict, but I find the x’mas merchandise at Starbucks the most tempting. I am a total sucker for mugs with snowmen and penguins on them.

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Starbucks Iced Cafe Latte

I always tend to order the same drink at Starbucks – Iced Cafe Latte. The Starbucks at Sembawang Shopping Centre is a swell hangout place, when it’s not packed with people. The chalk boards always add a cosy touch. I … Continue reading

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Good and Bad Service in Singapore: Smiles with that Ice Cream Please

Shouldn’t ice cream come with only smiles?  I think so but the servers that I encountered here don’t.  This is at the ice cream outlet located just in front of the Central – Azabu Sabo Hokkaido Ice Cream. This is … Continue reading

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