Archive for December, 2019

How to beat the queues at the Johor Immigration Checkpoint

December 31st, 2019 365days2play

Everyone loves the idea of hopping across the causeway to Johor Bahru for cheap shopping and good food. But it’s no secret that before you can enjoy the thrills that JB offers, you must first brave the jams at the Immigration Checkpoint. The Woodlands Checkpoint to the Johor Bahru Checkpoint is but a 2.5 km stretch but if you’ve ever been stuck in a multi-hour jam there, the two places feel world’s apart.  If only it were a breeze to make the journey across, I am sure many more Singaporeans would make day trips to JB multiple times a year. Wouldn’t it be a dream when you no longer have to even devote an entire day to visiting JB, it could be as simple as "going into town" for a couple of hours!

I for one have been itching to revisit JB and do more cafe hopping since my last visit. But devoting an entire day to this has been next to impossible as we are stuck with having to pick Edward from school during lunch time on weekdays, and the weekend crowds are even more off-putting. But nevertheless, here’s my tips on how to beat the queues at the Johor Customs, assuming that you are not going by car. Let’s be frank, it’s either going to need advance planning, or you’re going to need to be in "battle-mode" and have your smarts about you.

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Chinese New Year 2020 : Best restaurants to go for great Yu Sheng

December 30th, 2019 365days2play

Now that the Christmas festivities are over, it’s time to change direction and start planning for Chinese New Year. And when it comes to all things Chinese, bigger is better! So here’s a list of where to go for the most decadent and luxurious Yu Sheng you can find in Singapore for your reunion dinners / lohei to help you HUAT BIG in the year of the Metal Rat!

Interestingly, unlike in previous years, not many restaurants are featuring the rat image in their Yu Sheng creations. Perhaps the rat does not lend itself well to being recreated in Yu Sheng form, unlike say a horse, a monkey or even the pig. However, if you scroll down, you will see that Fullerton Hotel has done a pretty nice rat version. Do you know of any other Rat Yu Shengs out there? Head on over to my Instagram Stories to vote if you’d like to have a depiction of the Rat in your Yu Sheng. After all, the Rat IS part of the Chinese Zodiac.

Where to go for Best Yu Sheng 2020

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Cafe opening hours for Christmas 2019 and New Year 2020

December 24th, 2019 365days2play

Cafes open this christmas

Here is a list of cafes that are open during the festive Christmas and New Year period. Merry Christmas everyone!

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Cafes in the East

Cafes in the North East

Cafes in the West

Cafes in the North

Cafes in the Central

  • The Better Half – 24/25 Dec: 10am – 5.30pm
  • The Bravery Cafe – 30 Dec: Closed | 24 Dec: – 1 Jan 9am – 6pm
  • OTC Cafe – 24 Dec: 11am – 3pm | 25 Dec: Closed | 31 Dec: 11am – 3pm | 1 Jan: Closed
  • CSHH Coffee: 24 Dec: 9am – 10pm | 25 Dec: Closed| 30 Dec: Closed | 31 Dec: 12pm – 10pm | 1 Jan: Business as usual
  • The Annex: 24 Dec: 9am – 7pm | 25 Dec: Closed| 30 Dec: Closed | 31 Dec: 12pm – 7pm | 1 Jan: Business as usual
  • PPP Coffee – 24 Dec: 9am – 10pm | 25 Dec: 9am – 10pm | 30 Dec: 9am – 4pm | 31 Dec: 12pm – 10pm | 1 Jan: Business as usual
  • Common Man Coffee Roasters –  24 Dec: Close at 4pm | 25/26 Dec: Closed | KL: Open as usual
  • The Populus Coffee & Food –  Open throughout Christmas and New Year
  • One Good Trade – Open throughout Christmas and New Year

No information (most likely open)

  • Strangers Reunion
  • Lola Cafe
  • Kith Cafe
  • My Awesome Cafe
  • Bacha Coffee
  • PS Cafe
  • Penny University
  • Dutch Colony
  • Free the Robot
  • Bee’s Knees
  • Curious Palatte
  • Camaca
  • Carpenter and Cook

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Last Minute Gift ideas!

December 20th, 2019 365days2play

Christmas is in 5 days time! Have you gotten all your Christmas gifts yet? If you are still looking for some last minute good Christmas gift ideas in Singapore, well you are not alone! I too have not completed my shopping. But hopefully with the Christmas gift ideas below, you are now armed with some choices! Some of the Christmas gift ideas are experiences so they can be purchased online instantly without having to worry about delivery. Oh btw if you’re looking for affordable places to dine for Christmas, or where to get unique log cakes, click on those links.

Entertainer App / Burpple App

Entertainer SG_bundle_card_2020_v1

Here are another two gift ideas that cost you less than $100 upfront, but is potentially worth so much more to the receiver. It’s no secret that we all love to eat out, after all there isn’t all that much to do in Singapore, especially after work on a weekday. The Entertainer and Burpple apps are apps that allow you to enjoy 1-for-1 dining deals at numerous eateries in Singapore. There are some overlaps in the restaurants / cafes covered, but in general, I would say that the Entertainer covers main course dishes at restaurants (including some fine dining restaurants), as well as some fun attractions and hotels. They are even throwing in deals with merchants in Bali and Johor Bahru! If however cafes are more your thing, go for the Burpple App as it covers more cafes. Get the app which you think suits the dining habits of your gift recipient.

Entertainer App

Here’s what you get for the full version Singapore Bundle 2020 at $95 / year —–>
Singapore 2020, express 2020, Travel 2020, Gourmet 2020 (includes Fat Cow, Bedrock Bar & Grill, and other fine dining merchants), Cheers Singapore 2020, Bali 2020, Johor Bahru 2020

You can get a 10% discount on the app if you use my Entertainer referral code : 365days2play when you purchase online https://www.theentertainerme.com/products2020.

Burpple App

Burpple currently has 2 pricing plans

  • Lite (2 deals per place) – $49 / year
  • Premium (4 deals per place) – $99 / year

You can get 30% discount on the pricing plans if you click on my referral code here : https://burpple.com/invite/DAWN278

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Affordable and value-for-money Christmas meals

December 13th, 2019 365days2play

Affordable Christmas Eats 2019

If you’re looking for affordable and value-for-money places to celebrate Christmas or have a Christmassy meal, here’s a quick list of suggestions to help you. And a very value-for-money suggestion at a 5-star hotel that will bowl you over! Oh do add me on Instagram if you want the very latest news, videos and for more mouth watering photos.

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