Transit Number 8 Cafe In Chiang Mai Has A Perfect Muji Style Aesthetic & Menu
Muji-style hotels and homes are at the top of our bucket list for travel and interior design aspirations. Transit Number 8 Cafe is definitely a place you can get major inspo for your own flats.
For Singaporeans, it’s hard not to name-drop the Japanese label when thinking about their classy minimalist aesthetic. While not all of us can afford a home design overhaul yet, you could grab some inspiration from this recently opened cafe in Chiang Mai.
When in cafes, you impatiently wait for your espresso to be served. But you won’t notice time passing by whilst marveling at this perfectly zen set-up.
They boast a carefully put together menu with crafted concoctions in cutlery and cups that follow a Muji-esque pale white and earthy brown colour palette.
You might’ve been fine with any coffee that has a shot of espresso, but give your morning coffee run a much-needed upgraded with their signature orange-spiced coffee — ‘Welcome On Board’.
This dainty Oreo cheesecake is highly-recommended as well. We undoubtedly love the cookies, but we bet you’ll be obsessed with this version which comes with a generous dollop of cream frosting for good measure.
Those who want to enjoy their vacation with a host of cocktails can opt for this pastel coloured Honey Moon Trip drink that will undoubtedly taste great with their cheesecakes.
Transit Number 8 is a mere 15-minute cab ride from the Chiang Mai International Airport.
The cafe is near Food & Friends Chiang Mai and Apache House Chiang Mai. We don’t think parking is available so you can opt to ride a tuk tuk, cab or motorbike to reach this destination.
Address: 56/19 Soi Muban Khumkhon Phing 2 Chiang Mai, Thailand 50200 Opening Hours: Mon to Sun, 8:00am to 6:00pm Contact Number: +66 94 636 8763 Website: Transit Number 8
Transit Number 8 proves that the secret to an attractive interior is to keep it simple. There’s not a lot of destinations that can ace the Muji aesthetic so include this in your bucket list and schedule a trip as soon as you can.
You may have, when younger and playfully imaginative, dreamt of living in a castle.
But as you grew older, you began to realise that living in a castle is impractical — especially in a space-deprived city like Singapore. Only the ultra-wealthy get to live in anything close to being called a castle.
Here are the 10 most expensive homes that are available on the Singapore market now. We’ve ranked them from expensive to ridiculously expensive because who are we kidding? Admiring them in pictures is as close as most of us will get to seeing them IRL.
Price on PropertyGuru: $60,000,000 Tenure type: Freehold
If you want to be above everyone else all the time, you may want to consider this house — supposing that you can afford it.
The house at Queen Astrid Park is elevated from its surroundings and has trees planted all around it so you can always have your privacy in your own home. You probably won’t be able to see much of the house from the street.
Maybe the house is too ‘small’ for you. The house also features a gazebo if you prefer the charms of the great outdoors.
Price on PropertyGuru: $61,000,000 Tenure type: Freehold
You may not have expected a non-landed property in this list. Each unit occupies an entire level — which should justify its ridiculous price tag. You’ll even have private access to the rest of the building from 2 lifts.
Price on PropertyGuru: $61,000,000 – $65,000,000 Tenure type: Freehold
This property is probably one of the more modern-looking ones on the list. However, it’s not only modern-looking on the outside but on the inside as well.
The expansive property boasts a barbeque pit, a gymnasium room and a massive swimming pool that extends into the house.
It also has a fully-fitted kitchen that even the finest chefs would desire. This may not be the biggest house in this list but who cares, it’s definitely one of the most aesthetic.
Price on PropertyGuru: $83,888,888 Tenure type: Freehold
Unlike the Binjai Park property, that occupied a vast expanse of land, this estate resembles more typical landed property at around 4,285 square feet.
That said, it is by far the most expensive house per square feet at $19,577 psf. By comparison, regular condominiums hover around $5,000 psf, which is still a hefty price to fork out.
The house comes equipped with an above ground swimming pool. From what can be seen, it’s nice enough to immediately move in without any renovations.
Price on PropertyGuru: $86,000,000 Tenure type: N/A
From the outside, this seems like a rather run-down property. However, do not be deceived by its outward appearance. The property is 69,500 square feet — second biggest on this list.
The property is huge, but if you think that the house is comparable, you’d be wrong. The house is actually one-story and not as extravagant as you’d think.
Price on PropertyGuru: $91,800,000 Tenure type: Freehold
Unfortunately, the listing for this property doesn’t have many details about where exactly it is.
However, what it shows is enough to help you understand why the property costs so much. Not only does it have a swimming pool – almost seems like a given at this point – it also has an area big enough for a futsal match.
I guess you could say this house is ‘goals’ Source
1. Wallich Residence, Tanjong Pagar
If you thought that the most expensive home in this list was going to be a freehold landed property, you would be wrong.
Price on PropertyGuru: $107,000,000 Tenure type: 99-year lease
The most expensive property you can purchase now is actually a penthouse at Wallich Residence with a 99-year lease.
The property is expensive for many reasons. One of which is that it is placed right at the heart of the Central Business District. At this price, you’ll also be paying for the interior space and view of the skyline.
Have we missed any expensive Singapore properties still on the market? Do let us know in the comments and it may just make a notable entry on this list to give us all major house envy.
Sentosa Pokemon Carnival Has Pikachu Floats, Pikachu Parades & Carnival Games From 15 Jun
Pokemon fans in Singapore seem to be having the time of their life thanks to the Pokemon Go Safari Zone and the recently opened Pokemon Centre at Jewel Changi.
But the party’s far from over since Sentosa announced that they’ll be playing host to the first-ever Pokemon Carnival.
From 15 to 30 June, Pokemon lovers can visit a massive 5-metre inflatable Pikachu and meet a whopping 403 types of Pokemon in the Alolan region of Sentosa Cove Village.
Looks like June holiday plans for the kiddos are settled. Here’s what else to expect.
Catch all 403 Alolan pokemon & play carnival games
Many of us spent our entire childhood watching many Pokemon adventures on TV.
This time, we’ll experience our own Pokemon Adventures, snag some activity booklets and discover tons of Pokemon in an island. We hear that Pokemon plushies will be up for grabs too, if you join in the festivities.
Thanks to the Carnival Game Vouchers, guests can experience four carnival games and win Pokemon stickers. We’ve always wanted to try using Pokeballs in real-life, and we might get the opportunity to do just that.
Kids can learn about each Pokemon by scanning the QR codes on the Pokémon standees scattered around Sentosa Cove Village. They can use what they’ve learned to answer questions in these mysterious Pokemon boards.
We don’t have details about the event yet, but we recall last year’s parade featuring Pikachu’s glowing afro wigs, funky fashion and neon-lit costumes.
Local Photographer’s Photo Album Makes Singapore Look Like A Futuristic City From 2050
We’ve often heard that Singapore is a futuristic city thanks to urban farms, state-of-the-art architecture and towering skyscrapers.
The island’s sights might not be impressive to locals since we’re used to seeing them everyday, but these photos will definitely change your mind.
A photographer named Kevin (@kevouthere) has uploaded shots of illuminating landmarks and out-of-this world buildings that make Singapore look like a city of the future.
We might not be able to time travel but these places make us feel like we’re living in an urban sci-fi fantasy.
1. Marina Bay Sands
Marina Bay Sands has a dramatic sky garden atop luxurious triple towers. While they’re set to add a fourth tower by 2030, we’d like to see how many towers it’ll have by 2050.
Most buildings are rectangular but NTU’s The Hive strays from the norm. It features interconnected non-hierarchical round shapes that stimulate collaborative learning.
We did a double take due to this bewildering night transformation of the Flower Dome showcasing its reflective glass walls, neon lights and symmetrical columns.
The future might be unpredictable but Kevin (@kevouthere) proves that it’s incredibly bright for us here.
The Singapore-based photographer specialises in landscape, architectural, travel and street photography. His experience as an interaction designer allows him to take stunning images that capture the complexity of the island’s architectural feats.
If the island looks like a futuristic cityscape in 2019 — we can’t wait to see how Singapore’s appearance will continue to evolve 30 years from now.
Kafae Tuktheaw Has Retro Japanese Vibe & An Authentic Menu From S$2 In Bangkok
You may think that only pictures and movies can help you revisit the ’80s and ’90s era of Japan. But we’ve recently found a stunning cafe in Bangkok that’s a fun blast to the past.
Enter, Kafae Tuktheaw. This unassuming storefront that looks lifted off the streets of Japan literally transports you to a whole other city from within.
We absolutely love the attention to detail for the decor, with Easter eggs referencing old-school manga characters and brands littered all over the posters and car plates. Here’s what else to expect, so buckle up if you’re joining us for the ride.
‘80s Japanese aesthetic
For self-proclaimed otakus born in the ’80s or ’90s, Kafae Tuktheaw will most definitely take you back to your childhood.
Hanging out at a cafe is something that we’ve all experienced. But it becomes a lot more special when you’re surrounded by cigarette vending machines, postboxes and vintage chairs. Kafae Tuktheaw places great care in replicating the atmosphere of an entire Japanese street throughout its premises.
As an ’80s kid, you might long for the days when windows had wooden panes and each table had a telephone. Fortunately, time seems to stop in this quaint hole-in-the-wall corner of the cafe.
Before the age of iPads, kids would put their toys in wagons and pull it to their neighbours’ house. While it might not be as common now, we’re tempted to use the wagon to get all these classic merchandise.
We’re used to ordering our toys online now. But just a few decades ago, cheap capsule vending machines were the go-to way to lay our hands on classic figurines and miniature trinkets.
The cafe’s menu consists of tea, desserts and bento meals from S$2.50 (60 Baht).
Their Sukiyaki bento has a beef donburi with tender slices of beef and onsen eggs for S$5.83 (135 Baht). While the cafe perfectly nailed the ‘80s aesthetic, we’re excited to see if they did the same with the food.
Kafae Tuktheaw is a 30-minute cab ride from Suvarnabhumi International Airport.
Take the airport link to Ramkhamhaeng and ride a taxi to reach your destination. The cafe is near the Thai Airways Operation Centre.
Kafae Tuktheaw Address: 1144/17 Phatthanakan Rd, Khwaeng Suan Luang, Khet Suan Luang, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10250, Thailand Opening Hours: Mon to Fri, 8:00am to 8:00pm, Sat to Sun, 7:30am to 8:00pm Contact Number: +66 082 584 4073
Time travel isn’t possible yet. But this rustic cafe in Bangkok will let you visit 2 cities for the price of one. If you’re paying this place a visit, we’re sure you’ll love reliving the good old ’80s, especially if you’re an otaku at heart.
Banyan Tree Mandai Eco-Resort Will Have Treehouses For You To Stay In
Mandai isn’t exactly where you’d imagine going for a nice, peaceful retreat. After all, many associate the area with the zoo, the safari and the crematorium.
News of the eco-resort at Mandai actually broke in Oct 2017. But today (23 May), snapshots of what the resort will probably look like were released. These include illustrations of its spaceship-like treehouses, canopy bridges and nature trails.
Image from Mandai Park Holdings
Treehouse, canopy bridges and nature trails
The eco-resort will hold 338 rooms.
Among the rooms are treehouses nestled in the heart of the forest. And you won’t have to worry about insects flying into your face as you sip on your afternoon tea, because there are fine nets cast over the openings.
Image from Mandai Park Holdings
You can also choose to take a short stroll through the rest of the resort on the canopy bridges. With tall trees over your head to provide shade, the heat shouldn’t be a worry.
Image from Mandai Park Holdings
There will also be guided nature walks through the teeming-with-life forest. Just remember to take along some insect repellent, otherwise you may find yourself itchy with bites for the rest of your stay.
From the map below, you’ll see that eco-resort, located at the northern end, will be integrated into the entire Mandai eco-expanse. This will connect it to a host of other attractions like the Night Safari and the Bird Park.
However, another huge JB mall – completed at the end of 2019 – will give Singaporeans one more shopping haven.
Toppen Shopping Centre is set to open in 2019 and it combines IKEA Tebrau and AEON Tebrau to become a 1.1 million sq feet mall — 20 times the size of a soccer field.
Walking around the 1.1 million square feet mall is sure to tire you out.
Don’t worry, the mall has plenty of food stores to help you “recharge” your burnt calories. From Kyochon Korean Fried Chicken to AWA Mee Bar noodles store, the choices are endless.
The Toppen Shopping Mall is described as having a “heart” as the mall is eco-friendly.
The rooftops of the mall will have multiple solar panels to harness solar energy for the malls use. With the “Intelligent Building Management System”, the mall prevents energy wastage by adjusting lighting and power.
Rainwater will also be collected to be reused in the mall.
Cafe La Rose In Bangkok Has A Gorgeous Flower Garden With Edible Roses To Boot
The sight of gorgeous flowers isn’t new to locals who frequent Gardens by the Bay. We all know at least one person who absolutely loves to take pictures of florals for their pastel-themed ‘gram, but who knew that you could eat them too?
We’ve recently discovered that Cafe La Rose in Bangkok lets you sip tea within an exquisite flower-covered interior whilst eating literal roses too.
Guests who are single but looking to mingle can hang out at the rose bar to order some flower-themed drinks. They say love comes when you least expect it, so who knows what could happen once you spark a conversation with that charming person holding a sparkling rose champagne flute?
This chocolate lava cake is topped with homemade rose ice cream. They say it’s not too sweet, but we’re curious to discover the taste of a rose-flavoured dessert for S$12.99 ($300 Baht).
Their rose bouquet ice-cream is the cherry-on-top of a cone of thicc egglet waffle. We absolutely adore the Pocky sticks with wee little edible flower sweets as toppings.
The rose-shaped filling looks so heavenly and we pray it doesn’t melt before you get a good pic.
Hands up if you already knew that rainbow-coloured rice noodles were a thing? We sure hope the dish tastes as good as it looks. Be warned that this version is on the spicy side with chili peppers, lemon, shrimp and onions.
Consider their stunning ombre Italian sodas in different colours and flavours for a refreshing break from the scorchingly hot tropical weather for S$5.20 (120 Baht).
Cafe La Rose is near the neighbourhood of Ari in Bangkok and easily accessible by the BTS train line.
It’s along Phibun Wattana 10 Alley and a few metres from Bangkok’s Natural Resources and Environmental Policy and Planning building.
Since it’s inside the neighbourhood, commuters could also take a tuk tuk or motorbike from the train station. Parking spots are available for drivers.
Cafe La Rose
Address: 66 Phibun Wattana 10, Khwaeng Samsen Nai, Khet Phaya Thai, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10400, Thailand Opening Hours: Tues to Sun, 11:00am – 10:00pm, Closed on Mondays Nearest Train: Ari BTS Station Contact Number: +66 99 198 2571 Website:Cafe La Rose Facebook
We can’t think of a better place to stop and smell the roses than Cafe La Rose. They say roses smell sweet and aromatic — but if you do visit, tell us if it tastes good too in the comments.
Likewise, Malaysia’s Zoo Negara is doing its part to keep many animal species alive. But its efforts could go to waste, if visitor footfall continues to drop and the zoo stops making money.
Malayan tigers most at risk of losing funding
According to the World Wildlife Fund (WWF), there are only 250 to 340 Malayan Tigers left in the world, making the species “critically endangered”.
Zoo Negara helps to look after some of these surviving tigers, feeding them, and ensuring that they’re in the pink of health.
But their care costs a significant amount of money, with each tiger setting them back roughly RM40,000 (S$13,200) a year.
The zoo estimates that it needs at least RM500,000 (S$165,000) to keep up with tiger care, but hopes for RM1 million (S$330,000) to focus on conserving all Asian tiger species.
Currently surviving on limited funds
Since 2015, the number of visitors to the zoo has fallen, with the latest record accounting for only 368,000 in a year. The zoo needs at least 500,000 to break even.
The falling numbers means expenditure is really tight, with almost as much money going out as it is coming in.
Five-year grants had long ended in 2004, and the zoo is currently getting by on a one-off government aid for general maintenance.
Future remains uncertain
It is not known what the consequences will be if funding eventually runs dry and the zoo is unable to make ends meet.
But Zoo Negara has arranged talks with Malaysia’s Water, Land and Natural Resources Minister as well as Prime Minister Mahathir to discuss ways to sustain the zoo and possibly upgrade it to a dedicated conservation centre.
For now, we can help keep a roof over the animals’ heads by making a visit to the zoo the next time we’re in Kuala Lumpur.
Address: Jalan Ulu Kelang, Kemensah Heights, 68000 Ampang, Selangor, Malaysia Opening hours:
Mon-Fri: 9am-4.30pm
Sat-Sun: 9am-5.30pm
Nearest LRT stations: Sri Rampai & Wangsa Maju Entrance fees (for ASEAN citizens):
Adults – RM61 (S$20)
Children (3-12 years) – RM33 (S$11)
Senior Citizens (60 years & above) – RM61 (S$20)
It’ll be a nice change from the usual city shopping sprees that people go on to whenever they visit KL. A visit to the zoo will surely be a fun trip for the entire family.
Let’s do our part to help the animals. This is, after all, a matter of preservation of life rather than national interests.
Kiztopia Is A Massive Indoor Playground At Marina Square That Will Open On 15 June
A lot of kids visit playgrounds to go wild, make new friendships and learn something new. It’s a lot easier to learn when the process is delightfully fun.
Pretty soon, kids can play and learn all they want because Kiztopia is opening a massive indoor playground on 15 June.
From indoor driving schools, bouncy castles to role play rooms, let’s take a look at the new playground that your kids will go gaga over.
Indoor driving school & mini train rides
Kiztopia is an edutainment playground that’s designed to improve the physical, emotional, cognitional and social development of children.
Unlike most playgrounds, kids could learn what it takes to drive a car at their indoor driving school. While they still need to turn 18 to get a licence, at least they’ll master the basics of road safety.
No one can survive without good food. Those who want to raise future Michelin star chefs should check out the cooking corner that has bread makers and stoves. Here’s hoping your kids will bring home yummy treats and pastries.
Kiztopia also offers special programs for kids that could include taekwondo, music and other popular activities. We don’t have all the details yet but they’re set to build a Ninja Warrior obstacle course and an augmented reality basketball room.
Bouncy castles, thrilling rides & trampolines
A playground experience isn’t complete without slides and bouncy adventures.
Young thrill-seekers will have fun sliding all the way down into ball pits and making new friends along the way.
Tickets for Kiztopia are currently available at Ticket Tailor.
As their grand opening approaches, Kiztopia, will offer grand opening promos, early-bird tickets, annual passes and bulk admissions. Tickets start at $22 for 1 hour, $30 hours for 3 hours and $38 for unlimited play for one day. You can check out their offerings here.
Each admission pass is valid for one child and one accompanying adult only. The ticket price for an additional adult will be $8.
Marina Square is a 3-minute walk from Esplanade MRT station.
Choose to have a panoramic view of the skyline
Why drive 1 car when you can have 10?
Look at salt water while swimming in chlorine water
The garden feels more like a park
I guess you could say this house is ‘goals’
Image from Mandai Park Holdings
Image from Mandai Park Holdings
Image from Mandai Park Holdings
Kyochon Korean Fried Chicken
