Unlike other malls there’s no huge developer behind the aptly named My Village, just twin brothers who own the building and are passionate about it having grown up in the estate. It’s small size makes it cosy. The only drawback is that you need a car to get to Maju Avenue, as it’s not near any MRT station, but the advantage is the place doesn’t get too crowded. It’s located in the little residential estate of Serangoon Gardens which expats seem to love because of the French, Australian and American schools nearby.
I love the little personal touches I see around the mall. Unique and welcoming. Even their messages of caution are cute in red quote boxes. Love the personification. It’s like there’s this invisible host around.
It has the most lovely view on the rooftop as well. It may irrate home-owners nearby who have added tint to their windows for privacy, but you can’t deny that the view of the old red and brown roofs against the sky is lovely.
I also like that this place is full of F&B outlets where the service is welcoming and personal. I especially like Hong Kong Taste, Bakerzin, Udders, Subway and Coffee Bean. Bakerzin will have a new artisan bread section – I think a new concept for them. There’s a also new little restaurant, Relish by Wild Rocket, and a Ramen place called Daikokuya yet to be open.
There’s a little spa as well.
I like that the lifts have transparent doors. Makes me feel less claustrophobic.
You can read all my previous posts about My Village here.
These are the parking charges that might be a little higher than the public parking lots outside the mall. Free valet service comes into effect every weekday evening from 6 pm to 10.30 pm and weekends from 8 am to 10.30 pm.
First 1 hour: $ 1.17 (incl. GST)
Subsequent 30 min or part thereof: $ 0.64 (incl. GST)
Grace period of 10 minutes
You’ve got me excited about this mall…I’ll have to go check it out!
it’s small, but I just like the tiny touches quite a bit.
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Relish by Wild Rocket is actually not new – their original outlet’s at Cluny Court at Bukit Timah. I lurve their Char Siew Burger and fries. Can’t wait for the MyVillage branch to open so that I no longer need to track all the way to Bukit Timah!
I haven’t tried the restaurant yet…..from your review it sounds really good 🙂
Hey book junkie!
You took note of the stuff we put up! 🙂 That’s exciting! Yes we really worked hard to make sure that Marley and Jules are with everyone in the mall… Thank you for noticing 🙂
You’all did such a great job…loved how personal the mall felt with all the little notes.