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Time Out
16-06-2025
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‘Beetlejuice the Musical' arrives in Singapore in January 2026 as part of its international tour
It's showtime! The chaotic, green-haired demon in his iconic black-and-white striped suit is heading to Singapore in January 2026, as part of the international tour of Beetlejuice The Musical. Based on Tim Burton's cult classic, the musical follows Lydia Deetz, a peculiar teenager with a morbid fascination with death – very much similar in nature to Wednesday Addams. After moving into a new home, she encounters Beetlejuice, a mischievous, unhinged, and outrageously funny demon who offers to help her, but in his own twisted way. Taking on the titular role for the Singapore season is three-time Tony Award nominee Andy Karl. More details on the full cast will be revealed in the coming months. Beetlejuice The Musical runs from January 15, 2026 at the Esplanade Theatre for a limited time. Fans can join the waitlist on Ticketek Singapore now – general ticket sales open on July 3, 2025. This new Japanese-inspired vintage thrift store and café in Singapore has curated treasures and tasty bakes 1-Alfaro: New lighthouse-inspired dining spot in Singapore with stunning sea views from 34 storeys high It's showtime! The chaotic, green-haired demon in his iconic black-and-white striped suit is heading to Singapore in January 2026, as part of the international tour of Beetlejuice The Musical. Based on Tim Burton's cult classic, the musical follows Lydia Deetz, a peculiar teenager with a morbid fascination with death – very much similar in nature to Wednesday Addams. After moving into a new home, she encounters Beetlejuice, a mischievous, unhinged, and outrageously funny demon who offers to help her, but in his own twisted way. Taking on the titular role for the Singapore season is three-time Tony Award nominee Andy Karl. More details on the full cast will be revealed in the coming months. Beetlejuice The Musical runs from January 15, 2026 at the Esplanade Theatre for a limited time. Fans can join the waitlist on Ticketek Singapore now – general ticket sales open on July 3, 2025.
Time Out
13-06-2025
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1-Alfaro: New lighthouse-inspired dining spot in Singapore with stunning sea views from 34 storeys high
A scenic locale, picture-perfect ambience, and thoughtfully curated menu focused on a specific type of cuisine – it goes without saying that these winning elements are always present with any concept by 1-Group, the F&B collective that's behind the likes of Botanico @ The Summerhouse, Camille at 1-Flowerhill and plenty others. It's thus no mystery why these locations are always top picks for special occasions like anniversaries, proposals and even weddings. Now, buckle up for its newest dining spot, 1-Alfaro by Monti, which delivers in these aspects and more. While unexpectedly located at Pasir Panjang – an area laden with steely industrial buildings full of STEM companies – this new date night spot rewards patrons with sweeping views of the surrounding sea from its vantage point on the 34th floor. Which is beautifully fitting, since 'Alfaro' means 'lighthouse' in Italian. Here's what you can expect at 1-Alfaro, which houses Italian restaurant La Torre, and alfresco rooftop bar La Luna. It's classic Italian staples over at La Torre, which leans towards the cuisine of Emilia-Romagna in Northern Italy. Tuck into the likes of hearty charcoal-grilled meat and seafood, fried lasagna ($16), and house-made burrata gelato with rosemary tuile ($17) – a menu conceptualised by a Genovese chef. Small eaters – or those who'd like to try a little bit of everything – will be glad to know that most of La Torre's handmade pastas such as Fettuccine flat egg pasta ($26) and cannelloni della nonna ($26) also come in half-portion alternatives, at half the price. Your meal tastes even better accompanied with panoramic views of the sea, which you'll get to enjoy a good eyeful of thanks to the floor-to-ceiling glass walls. Golden hour here is sure to be stunning, so if you're coming for dinner, it'll be wise to pick a strategic timing that'll let you witness the sunset. La Luna: chill alfresco rooftop bar Watch ships cruise by with a classic Italian cocktail ($16) in hand at La Luna – La Torre's semi-outdoor bar extension. This airy space will have you soaking up the salty sea breeze, all under the comfort of a shelter overhead. Wine-lovers have much to be excited about with an extensive list featuring 90-odd reds, whites, rosés and champagnes from Italy, France, Spain and more. Weddings at 1-Alfaro Just like other 1-Group dining venues, 1-Alfaro does take bookings for wedding solemnisations and banquets, inclusive of all the essential equipment like a projector, sound system, and bridal room, along with customised planning with styling. The indoor space of La Torre can accommodate up to 120 persons, seated – which is just the right amount for a cosy celebration with all your nearest and dearest – but those who'd like to book out the entire venue to fit more people can also do so. How to get to 1-Alfaro by Monti Despite its tranquil ambience, 1-Alfaro is located just a two-minute walk from Labrador Park MRT station – absolutely convenient. It's also not too far from Labrador Nature Reserve, so you can enjoy a breezy post-meal stroll there and head out to the tip of Labrador Jetty or even the pink Berlayer Beacon (also known as Berlayer Point Lighthouse) if you've got comfy shoes on. 1-Alfaro by Monti is located at Level 34 of Labrador Tower along 1 Pasir Panjang Road. Find out more here.
Time Out
03-06-2025
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5 new restaurants in Singapore to check out this June 2025
June is here, and with the mid-year mark comes a fresh crop of new restaurants in Singapore waiting to be explored. From rooftop Italian dining inspired by coastal lighthouses to sizzling chicken offcuts that'll change the way you think about Korean barbecue, you'll want to make space on your calendar – and in your belly. This June, you can sip on aperitivo by the sea at 1-Alfaro, dive into bold Latin American flavours at Cudo, and join the hype train at Tokyo's cult-favourite Pizza Studio Tamaki. There's also something for noodle lovers – Kyo Komachi brings regional Japanese udon specialties to Vivo City – and a whole new take on KBBQ at Korea's Song Gye Ok. Here are the hottest new tables in Singapore to book right now. Explore Singapore's 2025 restaurant openings by month: 1. 1-Alfaro A brand new lifestyle destination by 1-Group, the folks behind well-known concepts like Wildseed, Atico Lounge, and Botanico @ The Summerhouse, launches this month. 1-Alfaro takes inspiration from the lighthouses of Emilia-Romagna in Italy, and fittingly, this new spot is perched on the rooftop of Labrador Tower, overlooking the sea. Dig into classic Italian plates and sip on aperitivo – the restaurant La Torre and bar La Luna at 1-Alfaro are run by the same team behind Monti, so you know they mean business. Feast on a spread of handmade tagliatelle ($28) and pinwheel pasta ($22), grilled meats ranging from Australian ribeye ($148) to Iberico tomahawk ($78), and then mosey over to La Luna for sundowners, whether it's wines (from $12), cocktails (from $16), or sharing jugs ($40) that you fancy. Once the sun sets, the mood turns electric with a live DJ spinning till late. Address: Labrador Tower, Level 34, Singapore 118479 Opening hours: Mon-Fri 8am-1am; Sat 10am-1am; Sun 10am-midnight Expect to pay: Around $80 per person with drinks. 2. Song Gye Ok Think Korean barbecue and you'll most likely picture thick strips of samgyeopsal (pork belly) or slabs of galbi (beef ribs) over the grill instead of chicken. But prepare to have your perception changed after June 5, because Korea's famed grilled chicken restaurant Song Gye Ok is opening its doors in Singapore. The chain commands hour-long queues in Seoul – and mind you, these hungry patrons are usually locals, not tourists. Head down to Telok Ayer to sample Song Gye Ok's assorted grilled chicken platter ($98), featuring six chicken cuts including rare bits like chicken neck fillets, gizzards, hearts, and chicken breast softbone. It's a medley of textures and flavours that highlight the oft-overlooked parts of the chicken that can be just as delicious as the thighs, wings, or drumlets. On top of that, you'll also find Modu 's samgyetang on the menu – in particular the perilla seed, collagen, and spicy hangover soups. Address: 113 Telok Ayer Street, Singapore 068582 Opening hours: Mon-Fri 11am-3pm, 5pm-10pm; Sat-Sun 11am-10pm Expect to pay: Around $60 per person including additional sides to share. 3. Pizza Studio Tamaki The pizza fever in this city never dies, and Tokyo's Pizza Studio Tamaki is here to prove it with its legendary Tokyo-Neapolitan slices. This popular pizzeria from Roppongi officially opens to the public on June 10, taking over a unit in Duxton where the cocktail bar Tippling Club used to be. Maybe it's because of its celebrity-endorsed status (both Justin Bieber and Jeff Bezos have dined here) or its stamps of approval from Michelin and 50 Top Pizza, but we hear PST has already racked up some 2,000 reservations in its opening month alone. What sets the pizzeria apart is its dough, lightly fermented for 30 hours for a softer, fluffier texture, which is almost mochi-like in the way it pulls apart. The peel is also dusted with a fine layer of salt before the pizzas are slid on and fired up in the oven, adding a subtle savoury touch to each bite. Address: 38 Tanjong Pagar Road, Singapore 088461 Opening hours: Daily noon-3pm, 5pm-11pm Expect to pay: Around $60 per person with drinks. 4. Cudo The people behind Siri House and Mediterranean restaurant Moxie bring us Cudo, a new Latin American restaurant at Stanley Street. Executive Chef Steven Chou spent years travelling around New York, New Jersey, Mexico City, and Cancún, so everything at Cudo is tinged with the same punchy flavours and soul. A popular pick here is the lunchtime exclusive Cubano – sandwich stuffed with pork jowl, belly, Emmental cheese, and pickles – which is part of a reasonably priced $28 lunch set. But if you're dropping by for dinner, you'll get to try Chef Steven's Disco Fries ($16) – golden fries baked with Cotija cheese, beef gravy, chorizo, and salsa; and the squid ink pasta ($36) with lobster bisque cream and grilled tiger prawns. Stay for desserts like the tres leches ($14) with milk-soaked sponge and coconut cream, or the toffee plantain ($15) topped with vanilla ice cream. Address: 13 Stanley Street, Singapore 068732 Opening hours: Mon-Thu 11.30am-10.30pm; Fri-Sat 11.30am-11.30pm Expect to pay: Around $90 per person with drinks. 5. Kyo Komachi Remember when Himokawa udon (wide, flat noodles from Gunma, Japan) took the internet by storm early last year? Now, Umai in Guoco Midtown won't be the only place you can visit to try this unique dish – you can also check out Kyo Komachi in VivoCity, an udon-specialty restaurant highlighting the many versions of udon across the different regions in Japan. All the noodles here are handmade with Unryu wheat flour, imported from Japan. The signature Himokawa udon set ($14.90) comes with two sauces – pick curry for a richer flavour, sesame sauce, or the classic shoyu if you prefer something lighter. While you're here, sample the other udon dishes, including comforting, bubbling pots of Nabeyaki hot pot (from $16.90); white curry udon (from $12.90) from Ebisu, Tokyo; or fusion maze-udon (dry noodles, from $16.90) with toppings like ebi chilli, tom yum, or basil.
