Cindy Tan

1 week ago | bestinsingapore.co | Cindy Tan

WHERE: 36 Keong Saik RoadWHEN: May 31, 2025– Media from 1939singaporeIt’s hard to believe that 1939 Singapore is calling it a day. As someone who’s seen Potato Head through its golden years and welcomed the rebrand into 1939 just a few months back, the news of its closure hits unexpectedly hard. Tucked into the iconic building at Keong Saik Road, 1939 Singapore was more than just a facelift.

1 week ago | bestinsingapore.co | Cindy Tan

Toa Payoh has come a long way from its humble beginnings. Once a swampy area—hence its name, which is Hokkien for “big swamp”—and then a notorious squatter district, this neighborhood is now an urbanized mature residential town. But aside from being one of the most sought-after residential areas in Singapore’s Central Region, Toa Payoh is rich in culture and heritage. Restaurants serving various cuisines and grand temples and shrines line the main streets.

1 week ago | bestinsingapore.co | Cindy Tan

Being an island nation, Singapore undoubtedly has many amazing beaches, most of them located in Sentosa. However, there’s also a beach park located in the East Region: Pasir Ris Beach Park. Unfortunately, you often can’t swim on the beach because of the presence of Enterococcus bacteria. According to the National Environment Agency (NEA), the bacteria can cause gastrointestinal infections, so they discourage swimming there.

1 week ago | bestinsingapore.co | Cindy Tan

I know I should deal with my problems like an actual adult—but sometimes, I just want to resort to my favourite “dealing with problems” method as a child. Which means that sometimes, I just go to a trampoline park and bounce away. It’s super cathartic! The thrill in my blood when I get high enough that I feel like I’m a giant is unparalleled, and when I do a flip mid-air? My heart is ready to burst but in a good way! How can I not forget about my troubles in that state?

2 weeks ago | bestinsingapore.co | Cindy Tan

Tucked away from the urban hustle, Wessex Estate is a hidden spot where Singapore’s old-school charm and artistic vibes come together. With its black-and-white colonial houses and laid-back art scene, it’s like stepping into a different side of the city with a cool, creative twist. If you need a break from all the shopping malls and shiny buildings, this is the spot. You can wander through the greenery, pop by an artist’s studio, and finish the day with a cold beer at Colbar.