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1. New Balance’s Y2K Pop-Up Offers a Personalized Newspaper Experience
New Balance is taking sneakerheads on a nostalgic trip back to the 2000s with the re-release of two iconic Y2K silhouettes: the 740 and the 1000. These cult-favorite models, known for their bold and futuristic designs, are back with a modern twist.
To celebrate this revival, New Balance is hosting a vintage-inspired newsstand pop-up at the entrance foyer of Paragon from 27 February to 3 March 2025.This unique pop-up experience blends sneaker culture with editorial aesthetics and Y2K nostalgia. Inspired by the classic turn-of-the-millennium ritual of reading the morning paper, visitors can redeem a personalized newspaper as a collector’s keepsake. The newspaper will feature their own photo printed in the center spread.
To snag this complimentary customized newspaper, simply purchase either the 740 or 1000 sneakers at Paragon or ION during the activation period and present your receipt at the pop-up. The pop-up will be open from 10 AM to 10 PM daily, with newspaper customization available until 9 PM. Don’t miss this chance to step back in time and experience the New Balance 740 & 1000 in a whole new light!
Paragon Entrance Foyer is located 290 Orchard Rd, Singapore 238859.
2. Don’t Miss Sentosa’s Creative Market This Weekend
On 1 and 2 March 2025, the Sentosa Festive Market – Creative Spring will offer a vibrant celebration of the season, blending nature with a curated marketplace that offers loads of engaging activities. This family-friendly event invites “creative souls, outdoor lovers, and fun-seekers” to enjoy a weekend filled with shopping, hands-on workshops, and unique experiences, even catering to furry friends.
The market boasts a diverse selection of over 30 local vendors, offering a curated shopping experience. Adding to the festive atmosphere, Blackout Agency will provide the soundtrack, while Ye Olde Cow food truck will keep attendees fueled. A range of workshops and activities will be available for all ages, alongside face painting and Jagua by Royal Ink Artistry, tarot readings by Maya Candle Co, and aura attunement & light therapy by Let Light. Visitors can also participate in “Plant a Wish,” supported by Sing See Soon and The Modern Hippi.
To enhance the experience, attendees are encouraged to pre-register online. By using the promo code WORKSHOP10 at checkout, pre-registered guests will receive a 10% discount on their bookings. The participating brands span a wide array of offerings, from jewelry and art to food and pet supplies, ensuring something for everyone at this unique spring celebration.
Palawan Beach Walk is located 54 Palawan Beach Walk, The Palawan @ Sentosa, Singapore 098233.
3. Early St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations with Guinness at Mandarin Gallery
Get ready to kick off your St. Patrick’s Day celebrations early at The Guinness Experience pop-up event! Before the main festivities at Boat Quay, Guinness is offering an exclusive preview of their St. Patrick’s Day plans. Head down to Orchard Road from now till 9 March 2025, from 7:30 pm until late, outside Victoria’s Secret at Mandarin Gallery, to immerse yourself in the festive spirit.
This special preview offers you a chance to be among the first to experience what Guinness has in store for the St. Patrick’s Day weekend. Attendees can look forward to a first look at exclusive limited-edition Guinness merchandise and a capsule collection in collaboration with local designer Esther Goh, founder of FOAM. Interactive booths and themed activities will provide plenty of entertainment, while exciting live Irish performances will transport you to the heart of Ireland and amp up the celebratory atmosphere.
Raise a perfectly poured pint and get ready for a fun-filled evening!
Mandarin Gallery is located at 333A Orchard Rd, Singapore 238897.
4. Goodwood Park Hotel’s A Durian Fiesta is Back
Goodwood Park Hotel’s highly anticipated Durian Fiesta is back, running from 1 March to 10 August 2025. This year’s event is extra special, coinciding with the hotel’s 125th anniversary. A tradition since 1983, the Durian Fiesta transforms the hotel into a durian lover’s dream, offering a unique selection of indulgent pastries that showcase the versatility of the King of Fruits. Guests can look forward to trying exciting new creations like the Mini D24 Spikey Duo, D24 Blossoming Trio, D24 Lychee Lime Sensation, and the D24 Ice Cream Ring of Joy.
From 4 April to 10 August 2025, durian aficionados can indulge in the Durian Dessert Buffet at Coffee Lounge, available every Friday to Sunday. The buffet features new live station highlights such as Torched Marshmallow Durian Ice Cream, Fluffy Durian Pancake, and D24 Sourdough Pizza, alongside returning favorites and a selection of non-durian desserts. This allows guests to fully immerse themselves in the durian experience and sample a wide range of creative treats.
Goodwood Park Hotel is located at 22 Scotts Rd, Singapore 228221.
5. Discover Bettr Coffee’s Community Space at The Foundry
Bettr Coffee, a Singaporean specialty coffee brand known for its commitment to sustainability and social impact, has opened its first sit-down cafe, Bettr Coffee @ The Foundry. This cafe is designed to be more than just a cafe; it’s envisioned as a community gathering space. Bettr has created a work-friendly environment with a lush backyard garden and pet-friendly areas. The cafe aims to spark conversations about how everyday decisions within the coffee value chain and beyond can create positive change.
The cafe’s menu reflects Bettr’s dedication to sustainability. Alongside traditional espresso blends, they offer innovative options like Prefer, a bean-free decaf alternative made from upcycled bread. The beverage program features creative uses of upcycled coffee grounds, such as the award-winning Black & Cola. The cocktail menu showcases inventive combinations using sustainable practices, like the Bettr Old Fashioned made with fat-washed, spent coffee grounds. The wine list features natural wines from around the world, and the small plates menu emphasizes high-quality, locally sourced ingredients, including herbs from the cafe’s own garden.
Bettr Coffee @ The Foundry is located at 11 Prinsep Link, Singapore 187949.
6. 藝 yì by Jereme Leung Lanches an Exceptional Spring Menu
Celebrate Spring at 藝 yì by Jereme Leung with a Seasonal Feast. From 3 March to 5 May 2025, 藝 yì by Jereme Leung welcomes the vibrancy of spring with a specially curated menu featuring the finest seasonal ingredients. Delight in aromatic Chinese toon sprouts, spring bamboo shoots, broad beans, and leeks, thoughtfully woven into contemporary interpretations of provincial Chinese cuisine.
Savor exquisite dishes like Broad Beans with Olive Vegetables & Pine Nuts, Roasted Chicken Wing stuffed with Toona and Shrimp Paste, and Double-boiled Chicken Soup with Spring Bamboo Shoots & Mackerel Wonton. Elevate your dining experience with seasonal dim sum and signature creations, including Sichuan-style Green “Mapo” Tofu with Lobster and Toona & Seaweed Cuttlefish Cake.
Experience the essence of spring, where tradition meets innovation in every bite.
藝 yì by Jereme Leung is located at 328 N Bridge Rd, #03-02 Raffles Arcade, Singapore 188719.
7. Limited-Time Korean Buffet at Ginger @ PARKROYAL on Beach Road
Get ready for a “Seoul”-ful Ramadan at Ginger @ PARKROYAL on Beach Road! From 27 February to 30 April 2025, the restaurant is offering a special Korean-themed dinner buffet alongside its regular offerings. This halal-certified spread features over 30 authentic Korean dishes, perfect for breaking fast with friends and family. A highlight is the selection of 7 types of Korean Fried Boneless Chicken, including unique flavors like Ghost Pepper Chilli and Kicap Manis.
Beyond the fried chicken, diners can enjoy a variety of Korean favorites. The Fire Grill live station will offer rotating barbecued meats such as Tteok Galbi, Chicken and Beef Bulgogi, Galbi, and Yang-gogi. A DIY Bibimbap station allows for personalized creations, while other featured dishes include Samgyetang, Jjajangmyeon, Eomuk Guksu, Tteokbokki, Jeonbokju, and various Jeon pancakes. To complete the experience, a special Bandung with NUTRISOY beverage will be available, along with Binggrae ice cream treats like Samanco Red Bean and Melona.
The Korean buffet is available for dinner only. Pricing is S$75++ per adult and S$37.50++ per child from Monday to Thursday, and S$85++ per adult and S$42.50++ per child from Friday to Sunday, including public holidays and eve of public holidays. For a fun souvenir, guests can personalize K-keychains at the Yutopia booth for S$8.80 each. Pan Pacific DISCOVERY members receive a complimentary keychain with a minimum spend of S$200 in a single receipt at Ginger.
Ginger @ PARKROYAL on Beach Road is located at 7500a Beach Rd Singapore 199591.
8. Swensen’s & Swensen’s Unlimited Deliver a Culinary Celebration
Swensen’s and Swensen’s Unlimited are offering a feast for the whole family from 28 February to 30 April 2025, during Ramadan.
Swensen’s Unlimited is featuring a special all-you-can-eat Ramadan buffet starting from S$35++. Diners can enjoy exclusive dishes like Chicken & Mutton Satay, Indonesian Cumin Roast Leg of Lamb, and Chicken Tikka Pizza. The buffet line will also include Ramadan-exclusive additions such as Ayam Bakar, Basmati Rice, Kambing Soup, and Sayur Lodeh. For dessert, there will be festive ice cream flavors like Date Ice Cream, along with traditional favorites like Pulut Hitam, Orh Nee, Kueh Lopes, and Kueh Bakar Pandan. Guests can even create their own Pulut Hitam dessert with unlimited toppings.
In addition to the buffet, Swensen’s will also offer a special Ramadan menu that features returning favorites like Seafood Goreng Linguine (S$18.90), Satay Ayam with Rice (S$15.90), and the Ramadan Mubarak Platter (S$28.90). A sweet ending to the meal can be found with the Pisang Goreng Keju (S$13.90), featuring crispy banana fritters topped with cheddar, hazelnut spread, and a scoop of ice cream.
Whether you choose the extensive buffet at Swensen’s Unlimited or the curated menu at Swensen’s, there’s something to satisfy everyone’s Ramadan cravings.
9. Monster Curry Launches Monstrous New Teppan Yakiniku and Super Monster Combo
Monster Curry has unleashed two new monstrous additions to its menu: Teppan Yakiniku Pork and the Super Monster Combo! Known for their massive bowls of Japanese demi-glace curry, Monster Curry uses a secret blend of 14 ingredients, including garlic, ginger, celery, pork, nuts, dairy, and fruits, to create their signature dark and aromatic sauce. Curry rice is served in either a 35cm “monster” or a 41cm “mega monster” bowl, with spice levels ranging from zero to five “hearts.”
The new Teppan Yakiniku Curry series features live teppan griddles at most Monster Curry locations (excluding Suntec City). The star of the show is the Super Monster Combo (S$35++), a 41cm behemoth designed for 2-3 people. It boasts 100g of Teppan YAKI beef, 180g of tonkatsu, fried fish, two ebi tempura, 400g of rice, a three-egg omelette with mozzarella, shredded cabbage, and beni shoga. For solo diners, the YAKI Pork Omelette Curry (S$15.90++) offers Teppan YAKI pork belly with an omelette, rice, salad, and beni shoga in a 35cm bowl. Meat lovers can also opt for the Super Monster Curry (S$21.90++), combining Teppan YAKI beef and tonkatsu.
To complement the hearty meals, Monster Curry is offering a Shiiquasa Mojito (S$15.50++) and decadent honey toast desserts with Häagen-Dazs ice cream (S$11.50++ -S$12.50++). And in celebration of EN Group’s 25th anniversary, the popular Pork Katsu Curry is 25% off (now S$11.18++, U.P. S$14.90++) until 14 March 2025. This discounted dish includes the fried pork cutlet, rice, green salad, and beni shoga in a 35cm plate.
10. KFC Trio Pocketts Are Back with a Spicy Twist
From 19 February to 1 April 2025, KFC’s Trio Pocketts return with three irresistible flavors: BBQ, Cheesy, and the all-new Spicy Tropical Pockett—bringing the heat for 2025! Each 9-inch tortilla wrap is packed with KFC’s Hot & Spicy Zinger fillet and delicious ingredients, perfect for a meal on the go. Available for dine-in, takeaway, and delivery.
Plus, KFC teams up with local designer Jalene of Pinheads to create an exclusive attachable denim pocket (worth S$140)—ideal for essentials (or even a KFC Pockett)! Want one? Here’s how to win:
– Buy a KFC Pockett
– Post a photo/video on Instagram fitting it into your pocket
– Share your small pocket woes & why you need the KFC x Pinheads pocket
– Tag @KFC & use #KFCPocketFix
40 winners will be invited to KFC Kallang on 25 March 2025 for a prize collection and photoshoot!
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