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Food Republic Taking Over Parkway Parade Food Court

Posted on September 10, 2012 by bookjunkie

I was forlorn to find the foodcourt at Parkway Parade under renovation. I know, a tad dramatic. But I did like coming here for the soya beancurd (tau huay), yellow bean fritters (ham chin pang), mee siam, mee rebus and … Continue reading →

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Where Borders used to be – Desolation

Posted on December 10, 2011 by bookjunkie

Guess I am being overly dramatic, but it’s just sad to see Borders replaced by a John Little’s sales area. Seems so temporary and nothing here was tempting. With the carpets removed and the cement floors exposed it also made … Continue reading →

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Gloria Jean takes the place of Society Cafe at Plaza Singapura

Posted on October 3, 2011 by bookjunkie

Shucks – I loved Society Cafe’s Latte which I found even superior to the boutique cafes like Oriole. Sad that the last time I went there, the guy behind the counter said they were undergoing closure. Well at least it’s … Continue reading →

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Nearest Bookstore from Orchard MRT is now Prologue at ION

Posted on September 11, 2011 by bookjunkie

I guess Prologue was always nearer, but Borders was more popular. Prologue at ION, very cheekily announced a borderless sale with a huge sign where wheelock leads to ION. I found the 40% sale misleading (as most sales in Singapore … Continue reading →

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Kusabi has closed it’s Central mall outlet

Posted on September 1, 2011 by bookjunkie

I felt a bit sad when I saw the closed sign. I guess I have to go to the Marina Square branch for my super spicy Ramen fix, but I much prefer this location. This was the only place that … Continue reading →

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As Borders Singapore’s Wheelock outlet closes, I wonder what will replace it

Posted on August 20, 2011 by bookjunkie

Although I prefer to shop for books at Kinokuniya, the store has been so iconic that it’s quite sad to see it go. I hope a bookstore or cafe takes the spot and it’s not another clothing or Tech store. … Continue reading →

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Rental Disputes – Borders at Wheelock and Freshness Burger at Nex

Posted on August 18, 2011 by bookjunkie

Update on 19 August 2011: No More Borders at Wheelock Place. What I posted earlier: The latest news is that Borders at Wheelok is closed for now due to a rental dispute. But they are not closed for business and … Continue reading →

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My Second Visit to the Tanjong Pagar Railway Before it’s Changed Forever

Posted on December 28, 2010 by bookjunkie

This Malaysia Railway station will soon fall into Singapore hands. I am curious about how they will preserve it, but I would be sad if the nature of the stalls or stall owners change. There is a certain charm about … Continue reading →

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Wendy’s Hit By Another Flood? Homes in the East Flooded!

Posted on July 17, 2010 by bookjunkie

Update 2: Meanwhile Expats were stranded in Orchard Road this morning posted a funny video while frustrated Singaporeans also posted videos about their homes being flooded during the heavy rain this morning asking PUB (our Public Utilities Board) what they … Continue reading →

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