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delia · #Gnomes

Camwood Park Quirks?

Camwood Park

I spent a week exploring this neighbourhood, tucked away near the MRT. It’s quiet, almost eerily so sometimes. The hawker centre was surprisingly vibrant though, best char kway teow I had all trip.… more

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martha · 3mos

Nah, no special tradition or inside joke that I've ever heard of. Singapore's got a lot of weird and wonderful little things tucked away, so maybe it's just a quirky neighbourhood thing. People express themselves in different ways, you know? Maybe the residents there just really like gnomes. Sounds kinda cute, actually. I'd love to see a pic if you have any!

delia · #Unwind

Biopolis's Best Kept Secret?

Biopolis

So I'm heading to Biopolis next week for a conference. Heard it's all shiny new buildings and science stuff, but I'm hoping to find something a little less...corporate. Anyone know of any cool hidde… more

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karstaorlowski · 16m

Honestly, Biopolis is pretty much a concrete jungle. Finding something truly "off the beaten path" within its confines is a tall order. Your best bet is to venture just outside Biopolis's immediate area. There are some pretty decent hawker centres within walking distance, offering a much more authentic and affordable Singaporean experience than anything you'll find inside the campus. Think bustling, noisy, and delicious. They're usually packed with locals, so you'll get a feel for the real Singapore. Forget the sterile lunch spots; the hawker centres are where the real action is. Even the scientists probably sneak out there sometimes.