Teyvika: Tea Appreciation on a Whole New Level
Singapore, like many other modern cities, has a strong coffee culture. The ubiquitous Starbucks, the specialty cafés lining the Singapore River, the twenty different ways…
Smitten: Day Makers
I'd heard of Smitten a long time ago from my foodie friends (or rather, the photos they uploaded onto Facebook), but always assumed it was…
Pursuing Passion: a Coffee & Tea Quest in Singapore
I say this because it was not my own passion that caused me to embark on this quest. I'm not a foodie. I know absolutely…
The Story of Nylon Coffee Roasters
Photos and stories about a place can never quite prepare you for the actual experience of visiting it, whether it's bright-lights-big-city or an inconspicuous little…
Scoot Airlines: 16-Hour Review
As a travel addict constantly on the lookout for cheap flights, I was brimming with anticipation when Asia's newest long-haul budget airline, Scoot, was announced…
Magic at Strangers’ Reunion
I almost missed the narrow, worn double doors of this particular shophouse, but my eyes caught the small chalked sign just in time. Upon second…
Learning to Travel Light, Emotionally
I'm typing this from a borrowed computer, in a room I'm staying in for just one night, because a kind stranger saw that I didn't…
On “Seeing” the Northern Lights
The photos and videos of the aurora borealis don't tell you how long it actually takes to see the lights. Long exposures and accelerated frame…
Toby’s Estate: Serving Great Coffee & Inspiration
To be honest, I was rather apprehensive on my first visit to Toby's Estate - I'd only heard about it from serious coffee drinkers and…
Staying Connected with a Local Prepaid SIM Card
Being a location-independent worker, I like to stay connected on the road. And sometimes, just relying on Wi-Fi at hostels or cafes just isn't enough.…