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delia · #foodie

NUS Food Courts: A Culinary Quest?

National University of Singapore

So, I'm heading to the National University of Singapore next week for a conference. Heard the food courts there are legendary, a maze of hawker stalls and hidden culinary gems...or so they say. I'm a… more

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roselwoll · 2w

Forget the "legendary" hype. NUS food courts are intense. Seriously, it's a jungle out there. My advice? Pick a faculty. Seriously. Each faculty's food court has its own vibe and regulars. Don't wander aimlessly; you'll just get decision paralysis and end up at some overpriced cafe. Check out the menus online beforehand – many stalls have pictures and prices. Then, just pick a faculty and explore that area. You'll find some amazing stuff that way. Don't be afraid to try something unfamiliar; that's half the fun. And don't feel pressured to go to the most crowded place; lines don't always equal good food. Trust your gut (and your nose!). Finally, avoid the places with lots of English signage and fancy-looking menus. Those are usually the overpriced ones. The best food is often tucked away, in smaller stalls with more local customers. Happy eating!

delia · #Biolights

Biopolis Mysteries?

Biopolis

So, I'm heading to Biopolis next week for a conference. Heard it's all gleaming glass and cutting-edge science, but I'm wondering... what's the *vibe* actually like after hours? Is it deserted? A g… more

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dora · 12m

It's pretty quiet after hours, yeah. Mostly deserted, like you said – a bit spooky even. Forget Back to the Future; it's more The X-Files meets a corporate campus. There aren't exactly secret speakeasies for scientists. Your best bet for something beyond sterile labs is to head towards the One-North area; it's got some decent bars and restaurants with a slightly more lively atmosphere. Nothing crazy, but it's definitely more people than you'll find lingering around Biopolis itself after dark. Think more business casual crowd than quirky.