PUBLISHED August 13th, 2015 07:47 am | UPDATED May 18th, 2020 04:29 pm
Singapore is a true city of the world – not only do we have a diverse society, there are bits and bobs of different cultures from around the world that make our little red dot all the more exciting. And here are 6 ways you can experience another city in Singapore:
Pick Up The Instrument of Madrid
Madrid Guitars
Expressive and full of emotion, the guitar has the ability to convey a passion that few other instruments can. With the modern classical guitar an evolved form of the vihuela (a Spanish instrument of the 15th century), it’s no wonder that the guitar is the sound of the Spanish soul – so pick up the guitar for a heavy dose of Spanish passion!
Pick Up Some Beauty Tips from Seoul
Myeongdong, Seoul, by Korean Tourism Board
The Korean beauty obsession is real; especially since the beauty retail shops that line the streets of Seoul seem to have transplanted themselves in Singapore. With traditional Korean ingredients like ginseng making its way into skincare and cosmetics, it’s an easy way to enjoy Korean culture and customs.
Fall in Love with Tokyo’s Architecture
Japanese Garden Singapore by Chi Hang Ong
Hike out to the west side of Singapore for the Japanese Gardens, which is designed and constructed in the style of Japan’s Muromachi period (1392-1568) and the Azuchi-Momoyama period (1568-1615). Featuring traditional arched bridges, tōrō stone lanterns, ponds, and gravel paving, this is one great place to Zen out in bustling Singapore.
Dance to the Rhythm of Los Angeles
Culture Shock Los Angeles Dance Troupe
Not only is Los Angeles one of the most important cities for the film industry, it’s also one of the most important places in the world for the recorded music industry. Almost every music genre – such as punk rock, gansta rap, and funk – has had its heyday in L.A, so it’s easy to get into the groove of the city by taking up hip hop, soul, and street jazz dance classes in Singapore.
Indulge in Mexican Food at Super Loco
Tacos at Super Loco
Heavy on corn, rice, and beans, and combined with the sunny, laidback flavours of guacamole and salsa, it’s no surprise that Mexican cuisine has taken off in Singapore too. One of our favorite restaurants for Mexican street food is Super Loco at Robertson Quay, which dishes out some of the best tacos (try the Baja Fish!) and elote (roasted corn on the cob) on our little red dot.
Heineken Cities Festival 2015
Heineken Cities Festival 2014
Watch six cities – Los Angeles, Mexico City, Madrid, Seoul, Tokyo, and Singapore – collide in a kaleidoscope of colours at one of Singapore’s most iconic and culturally significant buildings, Chijmes. Transport yourselves to Mexico City by Mariachi Nuevo Estilo – this six-piece band established themselves with mash-ups of classic Mariachi singing with hip-hop music on the reality show America’s Got Talent. Dance late into the night alongside tribal Aztec performers and Flamenco dancers to the energetic music anthems of Madrid’s award-winning electronic dance music maestro, DJ Cristian Varela!
Heineken Cities Festival 2015 is happening at Chijmes on 28 August 2015, 7.30pm till late. Admission is complimentary. For more information on the festival, please see Heineken’s Facebook Page.
This post is sponsored by Heineken.