{"id":5408,"date":"2016-03-31T15:16:44","date_gmt":"2016-03-31T15:16:44","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.metroresidences.sg\/?p=5408"},"modified":"2019-08-29T10:25:32","modified_gmt":"2019-08-29T02:25:32","slug":"interesting-things-to-discover-while-living-in-farrer-park","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/explore\/interesting-things-to-discover-while-living-in-farrer-park\/","title":{"rendered":"Best things to do while living in Farrer Park"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;padding-4-percent&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#fefeff&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;10px&#8221; top_margin=&#8221;-20%&#8221; width=&#8221;5\/6&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221;]<div class=\"divider-wrap\"><div style=\"margin-top: 5px; width: 100px; height: 10px; margin-bottom: 5px;\" data-width=\"100\" data-animate=\"yes\" data-animation-delay=\"\" data-color=\"accent-color\" class=\"divider-small-border\"><\/div><\/div>[vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Best things to do while living in Farrer Park&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h1|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1567042444110{margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1567042552731{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Farrer Park is located centrally in Singapore. It\u2019s a seemingly sleepy but up and coming suburb within walking distance from Little India. The area has a lot to offer in terms of culture, dining, recreation, history, and schools.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><em>It\u2019s no Orchard Road<\/em> but Farrer Park also is considered a respectable shopping district.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A popular street that most locals gravitate towards is Rangoon Road (opposite Farrer Park Road). It is a laid-back neighbourhood with coffee shops around almost every corner. However, it has now evolved into a \u2018hipster haven\u2019 because of the many small cafes, eateries and workshops.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">There are a large variety of things to do and you\u2019ll definitely be pleasantly surprised with the small finds you stumble open while discovering this neighbourhood.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Shopping.&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1567042957826{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If the heat in Singapore is too much to bear, you can seek refuge in the family-friendly &#8211; <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.citysquaremall.com.sg\/about-us\/the-mall\/about-the-mall\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">City Square Mall<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. This shopping centre is conveniently located near the Farrer Park MRT station and has over five floors of shopping experiences to immerse yourself in.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For an elegant take on shopping, venture over to \u201cOne Farrer \u2013 Hotel and Spa.\u201d Elegant offerings are available for purchase as are an array of chocolate confections and pastries\u2014to conquer that sweet tooth\u2014or at least to succumb to it.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><em><a href=\"https:\/\/metroresidences.com\/sg\/serviced-apartments?location=1.3111877%2C103.85666749999996&amp;locationName=City%20Square%20Mall\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Check out these serviced residences near City Square Mall!<\/span><\/a> <\/em>[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Great Eats.&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1567042667319{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Be it coffee shops that serve up traditional Singapore dishes, cafes that offer you western brunches and great coffee or high-end restaurants, Farrer Park has it all.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Top of the list sits <strong>Ng Ah Sio Bak Kut Teh<\/strong>; a prime example of great local dare in this vicinity. They serve up a mouth-watering piping hot and peppery clear broth with generous portions of pork ribs. Bak Kut Teh is best had with a bowl of white rice, fried fritters and a side of vegetable pickles!<br \/>\n<\/span><strong>Ng Ah Sio Bak Kut Teh: 208 Rangoon Road, Singapore 218453<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Farrer Park is a great place if you\u2019re in the mood for cafe hopping or just a place to hang out with friends. The cafes here are known for their great coffee and speciality pastries.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">One of them is <strong>Brunchies Cafe<\/strong>. This unique spot will take you back in time with its interior of yesteryears. The cafe is decked out with a large variety of vintage furniture that creates a nostalgic ambience for you to dine in.<br \/>\n<\/span><strong>Brunchies Caf\u00e9: 96 Rangoon Road, Singapore 218381<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"img-with-aniamtion-wrap \" data-max-width=\"100%\" data-border-radius=\"none\"><div class=\"inner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-shadow=\"none\" data-shadow-direction=\"middle\" class=\"img-with-animation \" data-delay=\"0\" height=\"690\" width=\"1050\" data-animation=\"fade-in\" src=\"https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2016\/03\/Little-India_HR_42.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2016\/03\/Little-India_HR_42.jpg 1050w, https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2016\/03\/Little-India_HR_42-300x197.jpg 300w, https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2016\/03\/Little-India_HR_42-768x505.jpg 768w, https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2016\/03\/Little-India_HR_42-1024x673.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, 100vw\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1567043004304{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Ever heard of a Root Beer Waffle? <strong>The Cold Pantry<\/strong> over at Rangoon Road is a must-visit for the curious foodie. Their Chocolate Root Beer Waffle is always a head-turner and an eyeopener. This somewhat unique and refreshing treat that is highly recommended!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>The Cold Pantry: 131 Rangoon Road, Singapore 218409<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><em><a href=\"https:\/\/metroresidences.com\/sg\/serviced-apartments\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For serviced apartments in Singapore with fully equipped kitchens in great locations, click here!<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The trendy eating establishments continue throughout Farrer Park.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/weexperiment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>The Lab<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">: 1 Jln Pisang, Singapore 199069 \u2013 featuring Nutella Brownie Milkshakes and Sea Salt Molten Lava Cake and Salted Caramel Ice Cream as well savoury burgers, sandwiches, and more.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Char: 363 Jalan Besar, Singapore 208994 \u2013 as the title of the <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.burpple.com\/neighbourhoods\/sg\/farrer-park\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">restaurant<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> implies, they feature juicy, glazed, charred meats<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.paddingtonpancakes.com\/promotions#singapore-promo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>Paddington House of Pancakes<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">: 180 Kitchener Road, #02-35\/36 City Square Mall, Singapore 208539 \u2013 endless renditions of pancakes. Have breakfast for lunch, for a snack, for dinner, and everything in between!<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Looking for a proper place to host clients or have a scrumptious meal? \u201cOne Farrer\u201d also offers <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.onefarrer.com\/Dining\/Pages\/Overview.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">dining<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> options: from appetizer selections to poolside meals, to cooking and food workshops, these can be outings in themselves.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Recreation.&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1567042774440{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Did you know that Farrer Park is where Singapore\u2019s first turf club was erected? Today, it continues to be home to numerous sports complexes and fitness centres. These include the Farrer Park Aquatic Centre, Ang Peng Siong Swimming School and Farrer Park Tennis Centre. Make use of these public fitness facilities and swimming pools to add variety to your workout regime. <\/span>[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"img-with-aniamtion-wrap \" data-max-width=\"100%\" data-border-radius=\"none\"><div class=\"inner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-shadow=\"none\" data-shadow-direction=\"middle\" class=\"img-with-animation \" data-delay=\"0\" height=\"690\" width=\"1050\" data-animation=\"fade-in\" src=\"https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2016\/03\/Little-India_HR_04.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2016\/03\/Little-India_HR_04.jpg 1050w, https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2016\/03\/Little-India_HR_04-300x197.jpg 300w, https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2016\/03\/Little-India_HR_04-768x505.jpg 768w, https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2016\/03\/Little-India_HR_04-1024x673.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, 100vw\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1567043132145{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Take a moment to appreciate the heritage of the area by visiting the <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.hinducentre.org.sg\/history.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Hindu Centre<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. This Centre focuses on the history of all things Hindu as they have been practised in Singapore.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">There is also this little-known area is also home to Chow Yun-Fat\u2019s relative Mei Ho. She owns a decorative art studio <strong>Heartroom Gallery <\/strong><\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">(Blk 44, #01-311 Owen Rd)<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, where she dishes out therapeutic folk art lessons (including Russian decorative art) in a small, brightly lit studio. Spend a wholesome weekend getting your hands involved as you discover more about arts and craft.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">With our line of fully furnished corporate apartments in Farrer Park, you will never be at a loss for what to do. From cultural activities to dining options galore, Farrer Park offers you a localized experience that you will not be able to achieve elsewhere. Check out a few of MetroResidences\u2019 exquisite <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/metroresidences.com\/sg\/serviced-apartments?location=1.3126142%2C103.85486160000005&amp;locationName=Farrer%20Park\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">corporate serviced apartment<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> layouts today.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Please do not hesitate to contact us at (+65) 6513 0030, should you have any enquires on booking. 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