Situated within the northeast a part of Singapore, Serangoon provides a mixture of cafes, eating places, inexperienced areas, cultural websites and buying malls like Nex which can be jam-packed with facilities – all of which make it a favorite amongst households, particularly these with younger kids.
The settlement was first established within the early nineteenth century by merchants from India who labored within the space’s brick kilns and cattle industries. Extra households moved in because the brick and cattle industries declined, and Serangoon New City and Serangoon Central – main public housing estates within the neighbourhood –have been developed from 1982 and 1984 respectively.
Whereas Serangoon’s vibe could also be extra low-key than different neighbourhoods, there’s nonetheless loads to discover right here. You can also make your manner down Serangoon Street into Little India; catch a film and do some critical retail remedy at one of many malls within the neighbourhood; make the quick journey to Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park or the Serangoon Park Connector to revel within the tranquility of nature; or spend a night exploring the plethora of energetic eating places and bars at Serangoon Gardens.
Dizzying lunch and buying choices at myVillage in Serangoon Gardens
The center of the motion in Serangoon Gardens is myVillage, a comfy group mall packed not simply with helpful providers for residents – banks, laundry, a well-stocked FairPrice Best, nail salon and extra – however an ideal clutch of eateries and native boutiques, all unfold out over three ranges. Drop in for a brunch unfold at Maison Kayser; bask in a mouth-watering bowl of tonkatsu at Hajime Tonkatsu & Ramen; enjoyment of a spicy Thai lunch at Kor Kai or a Wagyu Bowl at Monzen Gardens; and keep for a spot of buying. Whereas away a day shopping the items and décor gadgets at Hyggerium, the jewelry at U-Design, espresso paraphernalia at 101 Caffé and much extra.
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A inexperienced break at Serangoon Neighborhood Park
Serangoon has many playgrounds and inexperienced areas scattered all through its housing estates. Whereas on the smaller finish, they supply sufficient area for the youngsters to have a run round, so that you can have interaction in a exercise routine or for anybody to easily sit and admire the plush greenery. Considered one of these inexperienced lungs is Serangoon Neighborhood Park, positioned alongside Serangoon Avenue 4. The park has a playground and recreation space, out of doors gymnasium, sequence of sheltered benches and loads of open area. Seize some meals from a close-by restaurant or hawker stall and luxuriate in it in nature, or head right here within the night for a stroll. Additionally within the neighbourhood are Tavistock Avenue Park and Serangoon Sunshine Park, each of that are additionally value a go to.
Adventurous candy treats at Dessert Bowl
Tucked away on the second ground of a shophouse close to Chomp Chomp Meals Centre, Dessert Bowl has been a neighbourhood establishment since 2008. It’s straightforward to see why it fills its tables daily – the area is a mad wizard’s workshop, with outdated pictures and cheeky indicators on the partitions and a menu filled with native and Western-style choices, many given modern spins. Purists can go for the chocolate lava cake or the mango desserts, however you’d be lacking out for those who didn’t strive the array of quirky durian gadgets such because the mini durian tartlet, durian-spiked tiramisu, the seasonal mao shan wang mochi and Dessert Bowl’s signature durian mousse.
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Enjoyable, wholesome refuels at Fruce
Dessert beverage retailers are a dime a dozen, however Fruce goals to supply one thing particular, with a give attention to reasonably priced, Singapore-inspired dessert concoctions. After launching its first outlet at Wisma Atria on Orchard, it has expanded northeast, with a second outpost at Serangoon’s Nex mall. For a refuel throughout your neighbourhood exploration, the avocado sequence provides some mouth-watering decisions, one in every of which is the hearty, wholesome and flavour-packed Avocado Coconut. For one thing lighter with a contact of native flavours, strive the Pandan Coconut or the signature Coconut Fruce. You can even select from all kinds of distinctive toppings such because the Coconut Capellini or Kanten Kyoto for a superbly customised drink.
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Delicious meals at Chomp Chomp Meals Centre in Serangoon Gardens
Ask any resident the place to get the perfect hawker fare within the space and so they’ll prone to level you within the route of Chomp Chomp Meals Centre. Situated within the Serangoon Gardens property, the sprawling, open-air meals centre has been operational because the Sixties (it was initially positioned throughout the highway from the place it now stands, earlier than shifting to its present location in 1972). The hawker centre’s maze of food and drinks stalls provides a plethora of excellent eats to strive, and is at its most buzzing within the night. Tuck right into a scrumptious serving of Hokkien mee; nosh on black and white carrot cake; pattern rooster wings which have been barbecued to perfection; and end off your meal with a refreshing bowl of conventional cheng tng.
Impeccable Italian at Casa Manini
Only a quick stroll from Chomp Chomp you’ll discover Casa Manini, a captivating Italian restaurant run by Chef Fulvio Manini and his spouse, Fiona. On the menu, you’ll discover reasonably priced and genuine Northern Italian dishes together with a well-recognized vary of pastas and pizza. Standout gadgets right here embody the linguine al granchio, a tomato based mostly pasta with crab meat, garlic and hen’s eye chilli; and the lobster and crab ravioli in a fragile pink sauce. You’ll additionally discover quintessential Italian desserts like tiramisu, affogato and panna cotta. Complementing the country delicacies is the restaurant’s inviting décor which options an abundance of crops, Roman statuettes and a blinding array of wine bottles.
Late-night Indian meals at Suriya Curry Home
Serangoon is filled with worldwide meals choices, however followers of native meals experiences will discover loads to like on this neighbourhood. Established in 2003, Suriya Curry Home has constructed its fame on its catering enterprise, however it’s 24-hour nook kopitiam on Higher Serangoon Street is the proper spot for satisfying a late-night yearning for comforting Indian meals. Along with its dizzying prata, murtabak and roti john choices, Suriya additionally does an array of thosai, appam and uthappam, and North Indian fare akin to butter rooster and channa masala. No matter you order, you should definitely wash it down with a scrumptious mango lassi.
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Study Catholic traditions at Church of St Francis Xavier
If you happen to fancy studying extra about Catholic tradition and historical past in Singapore, you’ll be able to drop by the Church of St Francis Xavier alongside Chartwell Drive. One of many largest Catholic church buildings (by congregation) within the nation, it was based manner again in 1957 by an archbishop who bought the five-acre plot of land on which the church sits in the present day. Whether or not or not you want to attend a mass service (you’ll be able to examine the schedule on the church’s web site), it’s value a go to to take a look at the constructing’s non secular structure and design. The whole web site it was lately renovated in 2000, with revamped inside areas and extra landscaped gardens.
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A muscle tune-up at Dr.stretch
Whether or not you’re an athlete, a desk-bound govt or a younger guardian carrying round a toddler, everybody experiences muscular pains every now and then. Additionally at Nex, take a look at the second of six Singapore branches of Dr.stretch, which has shops in Taiwan, Japan, Shanghai and Beijing. The physique upkeep specialist provides skilled stretching classes by therapists who’re educated to deal with postural points, decrease again ache and even damage prevention. You don’t even must carry a change of garments, as you’ll be supplied with one. Buy a half-session, a full-session or an entire package deal – first-timers even have the choice of a free 10-minute trial.
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TCM spa therapies at Joyre TCMedi Spa
If you happen to’re all in regards to the luxurious and pampering spa expertise, one in every of Joyre TCMedi Spa’s 19 branches can also be positioned at Nex. Launched in 1998, this common spa chain combines TCM practices akin to acupuncture, tuina therapeutic massage and moxibustion with a contemporary spa format. Joyre additionally prides itself on being the primary spa in Singapore to supply a line of signature natural baths, which could be customised to deal with digestive points, postpartum restoration, insomnia and lots of different illnesses. You can even e book a private session with the licensed Chinese language medication physicians on workers, in addition to buy from Joyre’s personal vary of well being and sweetness merchandise.
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