The New Year is finally here! How’s everyone feeling? Looking at all the events that happened in 2020, we’ve certainly come a long way. But let’s leave that all behind and start with a clean state, shall we. As always, we’ve gathered the best things to do in Singapore. So while you’re finalising your New Year resolutions or starting the Veganuary movement, don’t forget to hit up these events for some fun in 2021.
Best things to do in January
Virtual fun: Murder at Mandai Camp: The Case Reopens
Until 2 January
Sight Lines Entertainment and local director-playwright Chong Tze Chien have brought back the immersive live theatrical production: Murder at Mandai Camp. The new edition sees Benjamin Kheng of The Sam Willows fame as the key CID officer who reopens the case. You can also booze up on themed bottled cocktails from Ah Sam Cold Drink Stall while you try to solve the case.
Murder at Mandai Camp: The Case Reopens, online
Eat: Wan Hao Pop-Up
From 2 January
Wan Hao Chinese Restaurant will be whipping out delish Cantonese pastries at its Wan Hao Pop-Up. Sink your teeth into buttery Golden Nian Gao Tarts which are an exclusive during Chinese New Year launch. Other melt-in-your-mouth delights include cookie crusted egg tarts in coconut, gula melaka and classic flavours; baked char siew bun, “wife cake” (lao po bing) and nostalgic traditional CNY cookies.
Wan Hao Pop-Up, 2 January to 20 February, 11am to 5pm, Java+, Level 1, Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel, 320 Orchard Road, Singapore 238865; only available for takeaway
Eat: Auntie’s Wok and Steam reopens
From 4 January
You’ve had the popular dim sum buffets – now get ready for tze char with a Szechuan twist. The reopening of the restaurant sees a variety of Chinese classics and local faves including tantalising new plates. Try the Rainforest Alliance coffee pork ribs, Australian Angus striplion and poached herbal prawns for a comforting meal with the family.
Auntie’s Wok and Steam, Andaz Singapore, 5 Fraser Street, Singapore 189354
Exhibition: M.U.T.A
8 – 22 January
Indie art collective No Horses Run presents M.U.T.A, an exhibition of installations, sculptures and performances. M.U.T.A is an acronym that describes mutability, transmutations and mutagen (all of them explore changes in state, btw). Marvel at the works of artists Aneesha Shetty, Choo Li Wei Lewis, and Chok Si Xuan with their own personal spins.
M.U.T.A, 12pm-8pm, CultureCave, #03-17, 18 Kaki Bukit Road, Entrepreneur Business Centre, Singapore 415978
Eat: Riviera Bayside Brunch
9 January
The coastal Mediterranean restaurant is spoiling us with a boozy brunch for just one day this month. Enjoy three hours of free-flow champagne, French wines, punch bowl cocktails alongside live carving and egg stations. Save room for a la carte plates like milk-fed veal rack, grass-fed New Zealand lamb rack, free-range eggs prepared French style and artisanal burrata, just to name a few.
Riviera Bayside Brunch, from $118++ (for three hours of free-flow drinks), 12pm-3pm, #02-06, One Fullerton, 1 Fullerton Road, Singapore 049213
Eat & Drink: Sky High Hawker series
9 – 10 January
Ce La Vi’s sought-after Sky High Hawker series carries onto the New Year with its sixth edition. Enjoy local hawker creations by Ka-Soh, Restaurant Ibid, Fishball Story, Moghul Mahal, Table at 7 and Bonding Kitchen as the chefs whip out signature dishes. As always, the menu has long-standing bao burgers, pastries and cocktails by the Ce La Vi crew.
Sky High Hawker series, 12pm-10.30pm, dishes are priced from $10++, free entry with table reservation,
Shop: Snag Wonder Woman goodies
Until 10 January
Caught the latest Wonder Woman flick and loved it? Snap up exclusive merchandise, plus deals, promos and even giveaways by Shopee. There are pouches, exclusive EZ-Link cards, Funko Pop Figures, makeup, plushies, toys and apparel up for grabs.
Snag Wonder Woman merchandise, available online
Exhibition: #DrivingTomorrow by Porsche
Until 16 January
Drop by Jewel Changi Airport for a cool pop-up exhibition about Porsche’s marque journey towards electromobility, innovations through the years and future-proof solutions. Fans of the sports car brand can learn about its vision and commitment towards sustainability. There’ll also be car models on display for your viewing pleasure.
#DrivingTomorrow, 10am-10pm, free entry, level 2, Jewel Changi Airport, 78 Airport Boulevard, Singapore 819666
Drink: Chivas Regal Winning Seat: Home Edition
All month
The whiskey brand brings back The Winning Seat with exciting virtual experiences, digital football challenges and a chance to win an exclusive virtual meet and greet with a Manchester United First Team player. Win weekly grand prizes up to $40,000, and instant prizes including Chivas Regal merchandise, Maui Jim sunglasses, KOHLER bathroom accessories and staycations. All you have to do is purchase a bottle of Chivas Regal 12 YO, scan the QR code on the bottle sticker, and enter your prize code to reveal your instant prize and increase your chances of nabbing that virtual meet and greet.
Chivas Regal Winning Seat: Home Edition, until 14 March, purchase a bottle at participating or e-commerce platforms
Eat & Drink: Melati Veganuary
All month
The non-alcoholic aperitif brand is joining hands with restaurants and cafes for a specially curated Melati Veganuary dining experience. Hop over to one of the participating establishments for a delish vegan meal served with a Melati mocktail (Melati Spritz and Espresso Melati) throughout the month. We’ve got our eyes on Caffe Cicheti’s brussel sprouts (one of the best we’ve had!), Sprmrkt’s pumpkin croquette with okra tempura and parsnip puree, and Afterglow’s kimchi avocado roll.
Melati Veganuary, multiple locations including Caffe Cicheti, Afterglow, Sprmrkt, The Butcher’s Wife and Open Farm Community
Drink: Sala Spiritello pop-up
All month
Fill the void of your travel plans with InterContinental Hotels & Resort and Campari’s Sala Spiritello pop-up. Dip your toes into the Milanese culture of the aperitivo and the digestivo with six Campari-spiked cocktails including the exclusively-new InterContinental Negroni. With travel put on hold, the pop-up aims to bring luxurious travel experiences across South East Asia. Singapore’s one of the four participating countries together with Indonesia, Thailand and Vietnam.
Sala Spiritello pop-up, 5pm-9.30pm, The Lobby Lounge, 80 Middle Road, Singapore 188966
Arts and culture: ThisConnect: Threading Worlds
Until 31 January
As a way to raise awareness on mental health issues, local artists Hunny and Lummy have launched ThisConnect: Threading Worlds. Their first full-fledged exhibition features seven bodies of works that convey stories of pain, loss and vulnerability from Singaporeans. Start the year right and partake in a much-needed self-reflection journey through the pieces.
ThisConnect: Threading Worlds, #03-02, Jinrikisha Station, 1 Neil Road, Singapore 088804
Art: Lite On!
All month
Get your dose of ‘gram-worthy art fix at Downtown East this weekend. Lite On! highlights dazzling IG-worthy works by local artists like Speak Cryptic, Bod, Space Objekt and Shophouse & Co. Taking inspiration from imagined landscapes, existing spaces and everyday objects, the vibrant displays are a reflection of our world.
Lite On!, until 21 March, Downtown East, 1 Pasir Ris Close, Singapore 519599
Art: An Exercise of Meaning in a Glitch Season
All month
As part of the Proposals for Novel Ways of Being initiative, where art institutions are sticking it to the pandemic with a wide range of exhibitions and programmes, National Gallery Singapore showcases a slew of mixed-media installations and moving image works. What’s the theme? This month, it’s time to reflect on our state of being, as an individual and a collective, in light of the current pandemic.
An Exercise of Meaning in a Glitch Season, City Hall Wing, Level 3, Singtel Special Exhibition Gallery C, National Gallery Singapore, until 21 February, 1 St Andrew’s Road, Singapore 178957
Stay tuned as we update the guide with more things to do in Singapore this month!
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