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    Dining

    Dining in Singapore is a serious pursuit. City Nomads covers the restaurants, cafes, bars, and new openings that define the city’s food culture, not just what’s new, but what’s worth going back to. Honest, well-travelled, and always hungry.

    A woman holds a young child's hand while walking through a busy street market, captured in a vintage colour photograph

    Mother’s Day 2026 in Singapore: The Best Brunches, Dinners and Things to Do

    Korean bibimbap with egg yolk and assorted banchan on a dining table in Singapore

    Just Opened March 2026: New Restaurants, Cafes and Bars in Singapore

    Palace Garden restaurant interior at Grand Lisboa Palace Macau with floral mural and chandelier

    MICHELIN Hong Kong and Macau 2026: Guide to Starred Restaurants, Bib Gourmand & New Winners

    Children wearing bunny ears searching for Easter eggs in a park, holding baskets during an outdoor Easter egg hunt.

    Where to Enjoy Easter Brunch in Singapore 2026

    Night view of Gaa Bangkok’s courtyard with traditional wooden architecture and lush greenery.

    Dining at Gaa Bangkok: A Two-Michelin-Star Experience Inside a Traditional Thai House

    Japanese sushi chefs in traditional white uniforms preparing fresh fish at a sushi counter with wooden trays of tuna, salmon, and seafood for new restaurants in Singapore

    Just Opened January 2026: New Restaurants, Cafes and Bars in Singapore

    Lively outdoor dining scene at Sarnies café on Telok Ayer Street, Singapore, with diners seated at wooden tables against a backdrop of heritage shophouses.

    Where to Eat and Drink in Telok Ayer, Singapore

    Couple holding hands over candlelit dinner table with red wine for Valentine’s Day celebration in Singapore 2026.

    Where to Book for Valentine’s Day Dinner in Singapore This 2026

    Prosperity yu sheng platter served at Cassia, Capella Singapore for an elegant Chinese New Year reunion dinner 2026

    Chinese New Year Reunion Lunch and Dinners 2026 in Singapore

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  • Culture
    Culture

    Singapore and Asia’s cultural life moves fast. Between gallery openings, sold-out concerts, and theatre runs that vanish before you’ve heard about them, knowing where to look matters. City Nomads covers the art exhibitions, cinema releases, live music, and theatre that shape how this city thinks, feels, and gathers.

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    The Role of Leather in Fashion Through the Eyes of Robert Mercier

    Poster for The Secret Loft Party featuring periodic table-style typography and event details on a chalkboard background.

    Blackout Agency Returns with The Secret Loft Party in Singapore on 28 March 2026

    Portrait lineup of four DJs performing at Keep Hush x Carhartt WIP Singapore: RAH, TASHASAN, Raissa Febriani, and SHYHAIR b2b Jaydah.

    Keep Hush x Carhartt WIP Returns to Singapore with a Bass Night at RASA

    Members of indie band Belle and Sebastian standing together in dark clothing against a modern glass building, looking toward the camera.

    Belle and Sebastian in Singapore: Indie Legends Celebrate 30 Years of ‘If You’re Feeling Sinister’

    Crowd dancing under neon pink and blue lights inside an underground electronic music club in Moscow, Russia.

    Best Things To Do in Singapore this March 2026

    Students raising their hands in a university lecture hall while an older male instructor engages with the class, with laptops open on the desks.

    Why Diplomas Are a Smart Choice for Mid-Career Upskilling in Singapore

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  • Lifestyle
    Lifestyle

    Home is where everything begins. City Nomads covers the interiors, objects, and home appliances that make living well a considered pursuit, not just aesthetics, but the everyday choices that shape how a space feels and functions.

    Black-and-white image of a hearse with its rear door open, revealing a wooden coffin topped with a floral arrangement inside.

    The Funeral Services Singapore: Professional Advice to the Family at the Time of a Funeral

    Happy bride and groom embracing on a grassy field by a lake during an outdoor wedding photoshoot.

    Wedding Photography Singapore: Creating Beautiful and Lasting Memories

    a photo of a daschund dong sitting on a chaiar outdoors

    Pet-Friendly Places in Singapore: Cafes, Restaurants & Beach Clubs to Visit with Your Dog

    Rear View Of A Young Woman Taking Food To Eat From Refrigerator

    Chill with Style: How Refrigerators Became the Centerpiece of Urban Living

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    Sustainable Flower Delivery: Eco-Friendly Blooms for a Greener Planet

    The Hamper Story - Diwali 2024

    Diwali in Singapore: Where To Shop For Gift Hampers & Mithai Boxes This Festival Of Lights

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  • Wellness
    Wellness

    Wellness in Singapore has never been more varied or more serious. City Nomads covers the spa treatments and massages in Asia worth booking, the yoga and pilates studios that earn their regulars, the run clubs changing how people move, and the ice baths, nutrition, and meditation practices reshaping how the city recovers.

    Madison House Singapore pool with heritage colonial building backdrop and poolside cabanas at Fort Canning

    Madison House at Fort Canning: A Private Members’ Club for Singapore’s New Wellness Era

    Man and woman practising ice bath cold water immersion together in a frozen lake, highlighting the mental and physical benefits of cold exposure in nature.

    Ice Bath Effects: What Cold Exposure Really Does to Women (and Men)

    Confident older woman in black dress relaxing outdoors with a coffee, embodying grace, self-assurance, and healthy aging during menopause.

    Rediscovering Intimacy: Boosting Your Libido Naturally Through Menopause

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    • Body & Fitness
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  • Travel
    Travel

    Travel is one of the great privileges of living in Singapore. City Nomads covers where to go, where to stay, and where to eat across Asia, Europe, and everywhere worth a long weekend. Practical where it needs to be, inspiring where it should be. Real travel, researched properly.

    Drukair aircraft wing with Bhutan’s dragon emblem flying against a clear blue sky

    Drukair Expands Singapore to Bhutan Flights, Strengthening Access to Paro

    Hilton Saigon skyline at sunset overlooking the Saigon River in Ho Chi Minh City

    Hilton Saigon: A Multi-Generational Stay in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

    A male traveller holding a laptop looks at a flight information board at an airport terminal.

    Middle East Flight Disruptions: Guide for Singapore Travellers

    Snow-covered mountains and townscape of Yuzawa Onsen in Niigata, Japan’s Snow Country near Tokyo.

    Yuzawa Onsen Guide: Ski Resorts, Onsens & Things to Do Near Tokyo

    Close-up of Furby the poodle in the Courtyard Suite patio at Amara Sanctuary Sentosa, a pet-friendly luxury hotel in Singapore.

    Pawcation at Amara Sanctuary Sentosa: A Pet-Friendly Retreat in Singapore

    Small brown dog tucked in bed with head on pillow, symbolising relaxed pet-friendly hotel stays and luxury dog-friendly accommodation in Singapore.

    Pet-Friendly Hotels in Singapore: A Pawcation Guide

    Panoramic view of Yokohama city skyline and harbour, showcasing one of the most scenic things to do in Yokohama

    Things to do in Yokohama: A 3-Day Guide to Japan’s Laid-Back Port City

    Dramatic cliffs and wild Atlantic coastline near Alentejo, Portugal, captured during golden hour — a breathtaking destination for road trippers.

    Portugal Road Trip Guide: A 7-Day Coastal Journey

    Thin slices of marbled beef grilling with vegetables at a Korean BBQ table, accompanied by white bowls of dipping sauces and banchan.

    Foods You Can Try in South Korea

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  • Events
    Events

    Singapore and Asia have no shortage of things happening. The question is knowing which ones matter. City Nomads curates the events worth your time, from one-night-only performances and market weekends to the cultural moments that define a season. Updated weekly, editorially driven.

    Wedding live band performing on stage with singer and musicians in formal attire, entertaining guests at a reception with illuminated ‘LOVE’ letters.

    Wedding Live Band: Transform Your Wedding into a Musical Celebration

    People sitting on grass at an outdoor festival enjoying drinks and food during a casual daytime gathering in Singapore

    Best Things To Do in Singapore this April 2026

    Poster for The Secret Loft Party featuring periodic table-style typography and event details on a chalkboard background.

    Blackout Agency Returns with The Secret Loft Party in Singapore on 28 March 2026

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Sharmaine Khoo
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Sharmaine Khoo is the Editor and Business Director at City Nomads, a Singapore-based lifestyle and travel publication. She writes about slow travel, wellness, culture, music, and contemporary city living across Asia and Europe, drawing on over a decade of experience building City Nomads around real-world experiences, hospitality, and urban culture.
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Christmas Eve Dinners 2025 in Singapore

As the year winds down and Orchard lights up, Singapore’s dining scene is primed for celebration and there’s no better...
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Christmas Takeaways 2025 in Singapore

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Just Opened October 2025: New Restaurants, Cafes and Bars in Singapore

From woodfire grills and modern trattorias to soulful ramen and heritage dining, Singapore’s dining scene continues to push creative boundaries...
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Marina Bay Sands: Inside the World of Art and Entertainment at Singapore’s Skyline Icon

Marina Bay Sands (MBS) looms over the bay like something out of science fiction, three towers holding up what looks...
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Corporate Christmas Dinner 2025 in Singapore

As the year winds down and the scent of mulled wine and roasted meats fill the air, the season of...
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The Consul Bangkok: A New Kind of Members Club Reimagines the Social Club Landscape

In a city that thrives on contrast and charisma, a new address is quietly redefining what a members club in...
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From Google to Groove: HIMMAT’s Journey Through Courage, Music and Mindfulness

With roots in Amsterdam’s electronic scene and a cross-cultural perspective shaped by his Indian and Pakistani heritage, Aaqib Hasnain who...
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Best Happy Hours in Singapore: Where to go for Cheaper Cocktails, Beers, and Bar Bites

When the clock strikes cocktail o’clock, there’s no shortage of places to unwind. But where do you find the best...
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eSIM vs Physical SIM in 2025: The Complete Travel Guide

Staying connected while travelling used to mean scrambling for a local SIM card at the airport or dealing with spotty...
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