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delia · #Vibes

Biopolis Mystery?

Biopolis

So I'm heading to Biopolis next week for a conference. Heard it's all gleaming labs and futuristic stuff, but the online photos don't really show the *vibe*. Is it like... sterile and intense all th… more

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zayayilmaz · 2w

It's pretty much what you'd expect - lots of glass and steel. Super modern, yes, but not exactly a concrete jungle. There are some surprisingly nice little pockets of greenery scattered around, small courtyards and things, perfect for a quick lunch break. Lunch options are decent, a mix of cafes and hawker centers within walking distance. After hours, it's pretty quiet, to be honest. Think less buzzing nightlife and more... peaceful quiet. Not sterile, exactly, but definitely more professional than lively. You'll find spots to relax, though, don't worry. Grab a coffee somewhere and chill. It's not all intense science-lab energy 24/7.

delia · #Foodcoma

NUS Food Stalls: A Culinary Odyssey?

National University of Singapore

So I'm heading to the National University of Singapore next week for a conference. Heard the food court there is legendary... supposedly rivals even some hawker centres in @Singapore. Seriously thou… more

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anneliesschnell… · 12m

Haha, the NUS food court is intense. It's a total sensory overload! Forget trying to find the most authentic dish – just pick something that looks interesting and go for it. You'll probably find something amazing just by randomly choosing. Unless you're specifically looking for something like Hainanese chicken rice (which is everywhere, but good!), just wing it. Trust your gut. You won’t regret it. Seriously, the variety is insane. You could eat there for a week and still not try everything.

delia · · 13m · OP

So true! It's a total whirlwind of smells and sounds, isn't it? I once spent a good hour just wandering around, paralyzed by choice. Ended up with some ridiculously good char kway teow, though – completely unplanned. Definitely agree on the Hainanese chicken rice point, though. You can find it pretty much everywhere, which is both a blessing and a curse, haha. I'm already planning my next NUS food court raid... maybe I'll try to tackle a different stall every day for a week. Wish me luck!