A handpicked selection of the finest things to buy, fab places to try and fun things to do in Singapore

From Helipad dining to lasers, water jets and mobile phone sitting services - Singapore has everything covered for a perfect romantic night out. JAAN This intimate stalwart still offers spectacular views with their fine dining modern French menu. If the intimate restaurant proper doesn't seem amorous enough, splurge on the special private 9-course helipad option available to one couple only. Where: JAAN, Level 70, Equinox Complex, Swissôtel The Stamford, 9199 9008, $9999 Wonder Full Light and Water Spectacular What isn't a little kitschy about Valentine's Day? Embrace the moment and settle yourselves outside Marina Bay Sands to be surrounded by lasers, water jets, projected images ...read more

Eat, drink and be merry - and then save on your bill. Avoid the hassles of the ever changing ever-changing credit card promotions and invest in a proper dining program that guarantees you'll always get sweet restaurant discounts. Palate This newbie ensures that one person dines free (for parties of between two to five) at more than 40 prestigious addresses such as il Lido and Keystone Restaurant. Older Chinese relatives to entertain? Chose from any of the Tung Lok restaurants. Where: see palate.sg or call 6592 0526 for more information, from $428 Feed At Raffles This old favourite still provides discounts to 28 outlets across ...read more

Sometimes in Singapore you stumble across a hidden colonial treasure. Something that has all the grandeur of Raffles Hotel, yet none of the over the top snootiness and ridiculous prices to boot. And that is exactly what happened with our unexpected visit to Alkaff Mansion, a stunning black and white which has been transformed into a most impressive Italian restaurant. Situated near the Henderson Wave Bridge on the top of the Telok Blangah Green, we came across this restored beauty on the Southern Ridges walk. With its grand entrance, huge reception area and oh-so-chic bar and restaurant, we were thrilled with this find. We loved ...read more

As you gaze into his eyes, you just know you were meant for each other. You and Ryan Gosling that is. Your husband then enters the room and asks if you are really watching Crazy Stupid Love again... If it's high time to put some spice back into your relationship try these great new restaurants for date night and put Ryan back in the box. Exotic Enchantment - Pasha You'll feel like you're floating on a magic carpet through Casablanca amongst the beautiful Moroccan decor at Pasha. Recently opened, Pasha is an exotic den offering a complete night out (with restaurant, indoor/outdoor bar and private ...read more

If you feel like a trip to the countryside for that ra-ra experience without the hassles of the causeway traffic or an airport, we can recommend a visit to the new The Marmalade Pantry - Pantry at the Stables. Whilst the memories of large nights at Mimolette will be hazily remembered forever, Mimolettes has sadly closed, and in its place, Pantry at the Stables has replaced it. (*sigh* such a familiar Singapore story... out with the old... ) With its' stylish colonial monochromatic color scheme of black and white, green as green outlook, (cue the horses trotting past in the distance), along with an extensive ...read more

Kick off your work shoes, slip on your heels, touch up your lippy and grab your clutch (be it leather, snakeskin or male).... We are going out for Friday night drinks Singapore style. Step one: call a cab and head directly to 83. This is a hip place to sip.... with cassettes on the walls, mosaic tiles on the floor, cool drinks, great food.... you want more? When: Mon-Thurs 12pm-12am. Fri 12pm - 2am. Sat 6pm-2am. Closed Sun. Where: 83, 83 Club Street, Singapore. Ph: 6220 4083. Step two: Shake it up baby at the glass encased Martini Bar at the Grand Hyatt.... with a ...read more

This Christmas Tale Begins with Beer for Sale This little gift giver was full of holiday cheer and thought, "What could be better than an ice cold beer?" So off the gift giver went searching high and low. The gift giver came across Brewerkz and knew immediately that it would werkz. Brewerkz told the gift giver that they had many options: Bottled Beers starting at $23 for six 5 Liter mini kegs starting at $55 30 Liter party keg starting at $330 with free delivery The gift giver than asked, "what if I want to enjoy merriment here?" Brewerkz has two locations and multiple private ...read more

Why does everyone love pizza? Is it the cheese? Is it the crust? Is it the toppings? Whatever it is, pizza is the perfect meal when you have nothing in the fridge. And finding a good pizza bar is one of those very satisfying pleasures in life. That's why we are stoked about the new Crust Gourmet Pizza just opened at Upper Thompson Road. You may know this Australian pizza bar from their Holland Village store, or perhaps you've heard the chatter about their healthy gourmet pizzas, or their amazing range of flavours (26 varieties!). Crust Pizza is worthy of your tastebud's attention. We love ...read more

Too crowded, too loud. Too pricey, too smoky. When it comes to bars, you're a real Goldilocks. Lucky for you the boutique Verre Wine Bar has opened. Bringing premium French wines to a stunning riverside location on Robertson Quay, Verre is located in a restored warehouse, and with its floor to ceiling glass façade, you could be forgiven for thinking you are in a modern French chateau. This unpretentious wine bar was created by two friends who wanted to find the perfect wine bar in Singapore for savouring fine wine in a relaxed environment. Designer Peter Tay (known to many as the celebrity interior designer ...read more

With so many delicious cuisines to choose from, eating out in Singapore shouldn't be predictable. There is little doubt about the health, ethical and environmental benefits of a meat-free diet, but all the Indian-inspired vegetarian restaurants can become a bit too much of a good thing... you know what we mean! Now veg cuisine is taking its turn to shine! Lingzhi Vegetarian Serving Chinese-vegetarian cuisine, Lingzhi offers a mushroom hotpot buffet - a unique dining experience in which the diner plays chef. You have a tasty broth sitting on a hotplate at your table,flavoured to your liking with an impressive selection of fresh mushrooms, noodles ...read more

The Podium Lounge is the ultimate A-list party for the racing community and Singapore's party elite. Attended by F1 drivers, celebrities, musicians, Royalty, models, ambassadors and the ultra jet-set crowd in 2009 and 2010, the party will again be the most sought after and glamorous nightlife experience during the 2011 Singapore Grand Prix. Limited tickets from $118 and VIP tables are now on sale for each of the 3 after-race parties on Friday 23, Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 September. Nestled within the race tracks and situated just 3 minutes walking distance from the F1 Pit Building, The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia is the venue of choice ...read more

Singapore mall rats with a coffee craving rejoice! A little bit of Lygon Street comes to Tanglin Mall. Opening on 29 Sept 2011 is the renowned Italian caffe, Brunetti one of the most iconic cafes in Melbourne, Australia. This Melbourne institution brings together all the Italian favourites with a gelateria, cioccolateria, pasticceria and more. You can expect a huge selection of pastries, including Millefoglie, Chocolate Pear Brioche and Panzerotti Ricotta, served warm out of the oven... (drooling yet? We are!) Brunetti will also offer savoury Italian dishes like lasagne, risotto pollo e fungi, pizza and salads. They also offer a large variety of traditional European ...read more

Haven't got your Formula 1 Weekend lined up yet? Well look no further, here is your one stop shop for all the action around (and above) the track. Trackside The big names for this year's event include Shakira, Linkin Park, Boy George, Rick Astley, Shaggy and Charice. Different F1 tickets (ranging from Zone 1 to Zone 4) will give you access to these trackside gigs. Where: see F1 website for all the info. Avalon The wait is over for this mega-club to open... Catch Avalon at Large with their massive party to kick of F1 weekend. Highlights include Ludacris, Benny Benassi, Sander Van Doorn and ...read more

Instead of habitually getting your loyalty card stamped at a generic franchise coffee outlet, use the coffee Disloyalty Card. Launching 9 September, it rewards users who visit all 8 participating independent cafes with a free coffee. It's been organised to genuinely support small business, not for profit. (Weird but cool, right?) Get one at 40 Hands, Jewel Coffee, jimmy monkey, Loysel's Toy, Oriole Coffee, Smitten, SOHO Coffee Singapore or The Broer's Café. You read it here first. ...read more

Oh yes, that week of gluttony is back. Get your AMEX card ready, as DiningCity has organised 90 restaurants to take part in the upcoming Singapore Restaurant Week this coming 9-16 October 2011. This event is now a bi-annual gourmet event, after a successful Restaurant Week in March 2011... with over 24,000 bookings! The upcoming October Restaurant Week includes new participates like Buyan Russian Haute Cuisine & Caviar Bar, The Lighthouse, Town Restaurant, Casa Tartufo, La Cicala, Fine Palate Café, and Bronte. In addition, diners can expect a stellar line-up of current participants such as Garibaldi, Gattopardo, Salt Grill & Sky Bar, KU DÉ TA, ...read more