After a two yr hiatus, the Lion Metropolis roars again into motion with the return of the much-anticipated 2022 Singapore Grand Prix. Whereas the adrenaline-pumping night time race is clearly the star of the present, there’s lots to see off-track as properly. Apart from the official race occasions, the neighbourhoods surrounding the circuit provide a bunch of thrilling sights together with dapper bars, award-winning eating places and luxurious purchasing malls. If you happen to’ve simply acquired three days to spend within the metropolis, right here’s how one can see the perfect Singapore has to supply.
Day 1: Across the monitor
Begin the day vibrant and early with freshly brewed espresso and a hearty breakfast at The Glasshouse at CHIJMES. The stylish café gives a assorted menu that features brunch favourites together with a connoisseur number of sandwiches like Cubanos and banh mi. Then, discover town in a restored classic Vespa on the Singapore Sidecars tour. Select the Civic District route, which provides you a preview of the Components One race circuit because it zips round landmarks like Marina Bay Sands, St Andrew’s Cathedral and Fullerton Sq..
All of the motion is certain to whet your urge for food, so head to Madame Fan on the NCO Membership for contemporary Chinese language fare with a twist. Lounge in plush crimson armchairs as you tuck into their Final Dim Sum Lunch ($68 per individual) which highlights classics like har gau, shu mai and xiao lengthy bao together with signatures like their jasmine-smoked pork ribs. Stroll off the upcoming meals coma by taking a leisurely stroll throughout the Helix Bridge and over to the ArtScience Museum to take a look at “We Stay in an Ocean of Air”. This distinctive multi-sensory exhibition showcases the work of London-based immersive artwork collective Marshmallow Laser Feast by means of a blinding digital actuality gallery.
If you happen to desire to maintain issues racing themed, The Arts Home can even be holding an exhibition showcasing the historical past and evolution of F1 racing in Singapore. The exhibition is titled “Twelve Years of Lights and Racing within the Lion Metropolis” (runs 28 September to three October) and is organised by DZ Engineering SRL (a subsidiary of Dino Zoli Group), the corporate answerable for lighting the Marina Bay Avenue Circuit for over 12 years. The exhibition will spotlight the race images of Flavio Mazzi, an acclaimed F1 photographer who has coated over 450 Grand Prix races.
When you’re finished exploring the exhibition, relaxation your weary ft and take within the skyline with a experience on the Singapore Flyer – it’s additionally an excellent alternative to get a fowl’s-eye view of the Marina Bay Avenue Circuit. To finish the night time, take a taxi to The Retailer on Neil Street. Hidden behind an unmarked inexperienced door you’ll discover an inviting, softly lit area centred round a granite bar. It’s right here that you just’ll catch Hirman Asnadi displaying off his mixological prowess as he creates unconventional cocktails just like the Not A Negroni – a playful variation of the basic that features umeshu and mushroom bitters. Complement your cocktail with basic bar bites like wagyu sliders and roasted mid wings or go for larger plates just like the lamb rack with broccolini or the tender paper-baked seabass.
Day 2: When night time falls
After an action-packed first day, take it straightforward till sunset – which is when the Little Purple Dot is at its prettiest. Kick off your night on the sky-high LAVO, a restaurant and rooftop bar with an outside terrace at Marina Bay Sands. Drop by between 3pm and 7pm to reap the benefits of their one-for-one particular on signature cocktails as you take pleasure in stellar views of town’s skyline at sundown.
For dinner, head right down to Black Faucet Craft Burgers & Beer, direct from New York. Sink your tooth into the juicy Greg Norman Burger made with wagyu beef and blue cheese, however avoid wasting room for certainly one of their trademark CrazyShake milkshakes just like the Cotton Sweet. Stroll off the sugar excessive at The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, open until 11pm day by day (and until 11.30pm on Fridays and Saturdays). You’ll discover a powerful array of boutiques corresponding to Hermès, Cortina Watch, perfumery Henry Jacques and pearl specialist Mikimoto. New additions to the mall embrace luxurious Italian jeweller Buccellati and Fendi‘s new flagship retailer.
One other must-see boutique is Bora Aksu, a London-based Turkish model recognized for its demi-couture creations and lavish tulle attire which can be excellent for the Singapore Grand Prix afterparties. You’ll additionally discover Singapore’s first Puma Choose retailer stocked with premium collaborative merchandise from the likes of Coca-Cola, DC Comics and iconic British retailer Liberty. For tradition vultures preferring to remain downtown, go for Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay the place you’ll be able to catch inspiring performances and performs. Operating from 7 to 30 September 2022 is a Turkish classical music showcase that includes Singaporean musicians James Teo and Eugene Toh.
Earlier than hitting the get together circuit, regroup at craft beer bar The Guild on Keong Saik Avenue. You’ll discover 10 distinctive brews on faucet, together with the weird Younger Grasp Cha Chaan Teng Gose – a tart and refreshing German-style beer that’s brewed with salted lime. Subsequent, pop over to Amber Lounge, which is the place Components One drivers shall be partying as soon as the chequered flag has been waved (2 October).
Day 3: A necessity for pace
Have a lie-in and begin the day late with a leisurely brunch at 5 Oars Espresso Roasters at Tanjong Pagar. The trendy industrial-themed café gives quite a lot of acquainted brunch classics together with extra substantial choices just like the beer-battered fish and chips and the buttermilk rooster burger that’s made with a newly revised recipe. Naturally, 5 Oars additionally brews wonderful espresso that may be served as an espresso, white, mocha and even unconventional preparations like an espresso tonic.
Now that you just’ve fuelled up, it’s time to get your coronary heart pumping by taking to the tracks at KF1 Karting Circuit. The 960m-long CIK-certified monitor might be the closest you’ll get to racing within the Singapore Grand Prix as a result of it was created by an precise F1-track designer, Hermann Tilke. Including to the realism is the F1-inspired lighting system, technical corners and karts that hit hair-raising speeds of as much as 50km/h.
Together with your adrenaline repair sorted, it’s time to sluggish issues down at The Ritz-Carlton Spa by having fun with a very distinctive Cello Concerto therapeutic massage, the place a cellist will play in synchrony with the therapist’s actions. Keep on the relaxed vibe and head over to Panamericana at Sentosa Golf Membership. Select a desk on the terrace – which overlooks the golf course and the Singapore Strait – and tuck into juicy, slow-roasted lamb in a rosemary and thyme glaze; charred octopus tentacles with burnt onion and chickpea puree; and Canadian black cod with a chipotle glaze and Brussels sprouts.
After lunch, take a meandering stroll right down to Resorts World Sentosa the place you’ll be able to go to the S.EA. Aquarium and be awed by their majestic manta rays and fearsome sharks – you’ll even have the ability to dive with them in case you’re courageous sufficient! Lastly, make your manner over to the Royal Albatross and set sail on a sundown dinner cruise, the place you’ll be able to finish the day with a well-deserved connoisseur 7-course meal – the right strategy to conclude your Singapore Grand Prix journey.
This text was initially printed within the September 2018 difficulty of SilverKris journal.
