Tag Archives: coffee joint

La Ristrettos

Posted on June 1, 2015 by bookjunkie

Another place that I have been meaning to check out and finally got the company. So glad my cousin trudged all the way with me to Novena Medical Centre and since she has a better sense of direction, she led … Continue reading →

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Penny University

Posted on May 17, 2013 by bookjunkie

Tried out Penny University at East Coast Road (very near the famous hokkien mee and prawn mee soup) and I am eager to return for the coffee. The booth seats are pretty comfy and surprisingly not squeezy (they were generous … Continue reading →

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Smoothest Coffee at Jewel (1 Shenton Way)

Posted on January 6, 2013 by bookjunkie

The cafe latte required no sugar at all. It was smooth with low acidity and no trace of bitterness. B is not a coffee drinker and has declared this the best coffee he’s ever had. I can’t stop hearing him … Continue reading →

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Tiong Bahru Bakery at Raffles City: Will Return for Iced Latte & Baguettes

Posted on December 11, 2012 by bookjunkie

Finally tried out Tiong Bahru Bakery at Raffles City. A much more convenient location (City Hall MRT) with more seats. I will come here again for the baguette and iced coffee. Love that they provide jam and butter, together with … Continue reading →

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The Coffee Daily – New Owners?

Posted on December 6, 2012 by bookjunkie

B informed me that he had read a feature in the newspapers and that The Coffee Daily had changed hands. When we visited I was wondering why the previous owners were not there. It’s quite sad to find out that … Continue reading →

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Felt Out of Place at the Currently Coolest Coffee Joint – Chye Seng Huat Hardware

Posted on December 3, 2012 by bookjunkie

Even though I knew I would not fit in at that place (being the old fogie that I am), I still craved to see it for myself and try the coffee. Businesses in Singapore come and go so fast that … Continue reading →

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Toffee Cider at The Pigeonhole (Duxton Hill)

Posted on June 19, 2012 by bookjunkie

My second time at the Pigeon Hole and it won’t be my last. Loved the gracious welcome we get here and the delicious toffee cider. It’s a haven when it’s packed to the gills everywhere else. Felt so at ease … Continue reading →

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The Plain at 50 Craig Road

Posted on June 16, 2012 by bookjunkie

I wanted to like The Plain so much but I guess it was just way too crowded when I checked it out. The boy who lead us in was very sweet. Very warm and welcoming service indeed – the best … Continue reading →

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Selfish Gene Cafe: Lovely New Coffee Joint at 40 Craig Road

Posted on June 16, 2012 by bookjunkie

Absolutely love this new cafe D discovered at Craig Road which is near the very hip Duxton Hill. Adore the name too – Selfish Gene Cafe. The prices are good and the cafe is spacious and totally unpretentious – I … Continue reading →

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Another Visit to The Coffee Daily, After a Detour

Posted on April 15, 2012 by bookjunkie

We were originally thinking Wimbly Lu, at Jalan Riang, but it was closed so we headed to another place we like – The Coffee Daily at 75 Brighton Crescent. The folk running this place seem like really nice and unassuming … Continue reading →

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