For better mental health, we need a change in scenery + 5 eateries to treat dad to this Father’s Day
- Jade Teo
- May 12, 2021
- 3 min read
JUNE edition (200-300w)
Everyday what we see, hear and experience changes our moods. A stressful environment causes us to even feel sad or helpless, which will elevate our blood pressure and even affect our immune system.
A pleasing environment will help with that.
There’s a calmness that overcomes us when we’re surrounded by verdant gardens and towering forests, especially when we’ve felt closed in by dense urbanisation and wall-to-wall HDB flats.
Here are some parks and nature reserves you can visit, plus their highlights!
Visit the TreeTop Walk — a free-standing suspension bridge connecting the two highest points in MacRitchie.
An untouched ecological park, with marsh and forest trails, lakes and no man-made paths.
It features nine historical gardens and visitors can go through the AR trail, BALIKSG.
The quarry at Pond Plaza is filled with a tranquil, clear lake.
It’s Singapore’s largest freshwater farmland. Explore sites like Raptor Tower, Kingfisher Burrow, and the floating boardwalk at Reed Crossing.
6. Coney Island
Rent a bike for a leisurely cycle and look out for the jetty and beaches.
Check out the Jewel and Sunrise bridges
Trek up Singapore’s tallest hill, with trails and 163-metre high slopes.
Try the Aerie Tower, Mid-Canopy Walk, Eagle Point Boardwalk and Kingfisher Pod, and the Junior Adventure Trail.
Their mountain biking trail is perfect for cycling enthusiasts (ranging from easy to extremely difficult paths)
Whether you need a pause or to escape from your worries, let nature breathe life back into you.
Just make sure you pack bug repellent before you go.
5 eateries to treat dad to this Father’s Day
Celebrate your dad with a feast for Father’s Day (June 20)!
Where better than to head to DUO Galleria? It’s an entirely unique experience, offering many high-end services such as shops, office space, a five-star hotel, residences and, of course, restaurants. Some of them are exclusive to DUO Galleria. (7 Fraser Street, Singapore 189356).
Though most aren’t open on Sundays, make sure to give them a ring or head to their website to reserve a table!
(Pictures from DUO Facebook, or otherwise stated)
So France
“We share an authentic taste of France with gastronomic regional specialities that you will not find anywhere else in Singapore!” — So France
Their menu encompasses a modern twist on beloved French dishes. If you feel like taking any delicacies home with you after, they have a concept store called So France, Le Bistro-Epicerie. It’s their retail space for their products including wines and gourmet delicatessen.
LOCATION:
#01-51/56
OPERATING HOURS:
Mon: 11.30am-3pm, 5.30pm-9.30pm
Tue-Thur: 11.30am-3pm, 5.30pm-10.30pm
Fri-Sat: 11.30am-3pm, 5.30pm-12mn
Sun: 9am-9pm
Meating Place
They obviously know their meats and even use their own in-house dry aging methods for popular and conventional cuts.
“We believe that affordability should not compromise quality, and we want to feed all. Whether it's one or many, we are happy to meat you, and provide good food with a smile” — Meating Place
LOCATION:
#01-27
OPERATING HOURS:
Mon-Fri: 11.30am-2.30pm, 6pm-9pm
Sat: 12nn-3pm
Sun: Closed
Pizza Express
With more than 500 outlets worldwide, sample from their amazing array of Italian pizzas, pastas and desserts.
LOCATION:
#01-01/02
OPERATING HOURS:
Sun to Thus: 11:30AM – 10:00PM
Fri, Sat and Eve of PH : 11:30AM – 11:00PM
La Cala
A vibrant Spanish restaurant, La Cala specialises in Mediterranean cuisine and authentic tapas, paella and large meat and seafood dishes. It’s also the only outlet in the whole of Singapore.
LOCATION:
#01-40/41/42/43
OPERATING HOURS:
Mon-Sat: 11.30am-2.30pm, 6pm-10pm
Sun: Closed
Man Man Japanese Unagi Restaurant
This casual restaurant is the go-to place for a Japanese specialty, chargrilled eel dishes which include Hitsamabushi Unagi Rice, Kabayaki Tokutoku Unagi Eel and even Kimoyki (Unagi Liver).
LOCATION:
#01-48
OPERATING HOURS:
Mon-Sat: 11.30am-2.30pm, 6pm-10pm
Sun: Closed
BONUS
If you’re still wondering about a gift for dad, look no further!
1855 The Bottle Shop
Easily find the perfect bottle of wine or spirit from over 1000 premium labels.
LOCATION:
#01-23
OPERATING HOURS:
Mon-Sun: 11am-10pm
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