What’s on Singapore: Best Things to See, Do, & Eat on Dec. 12-18, 2023

Ahh, another week is upon us, and you’re looking for cool things to get up to in Singapore! We’ve saved you the hassle with The Beat Singapore’s rundown of the best places to hit up and things to do right now—from blink-and-you'll-miss-it pop-up sights and new restaurant openings to the hottest activities that you shouldn’t miss. 

To keep your finger on the pulse of the city, follow The Beat Singapore to see what’s best in store for the week ahead. 

1. The Perfect Match: Château d’Arton Armagnac Pairing Dinner

Experience one night of gastronomic opulence in this collaboration between fine dining restaurant Caviar and One Cellar — the Château d’Arton Armagnac Pairing Dinner. This dining event features a five-course modern European menu, including dishes like Foie Gras Terrine, Petuna Ocean Trout, Mangalica Pork Neck, Challand Duck Breast, and Lassi Panna Cotta. Each dish will be accompanied by an impeccable Château d’Arton Armagnac. Get your tickets here.

When: 7 PM, Dec. 12

Where: Caviar, Palais Renaissance, 390 Orchard Road

How much: S$188++ per guest

2. Penang Hawkers' Fare

The next edition of York Hotel's Penang Hawkers' Fare is returning this coming Friday! To be held at the White Rose Café, the fare will showcase a mouthwatering spread for lunch and dinner, including signature Penang hawker dishes like Penang Laksa, Char Kway Teow, Penang Praw Mee, Nasi Lemak with Nyonya, and more. Don't forget to make your reservations here.

When: Dec. 15-Jan. 1, 2024

Where: White Rose Café, York Hotel Singapore, 21 Mount Elizabeth

How much: Starts at S$23 (per child), S$38 (per adult)

3. SG ToyCon 2023

SG ToyCon is back for its third edition and it's bigger and better, with an event space thrice as huge as before. Look forward to an incredible showcase of collectibles, from toy cars and fighter aircraft models to bus models, figurines, designer items, and so much more. For more information about SG ToyCon, go here.

When: 10 AM-8 PM, Dec. 15-17

Where: Leisure Park Kallang, 5 Stadium Walk

How much: Free admission

4. Pottery Studio Open Weekend 2023

If you have ever wanted to try your hand at pottery, now's your chance. Terra & Ember is opening its doors to the public on its three-day open weekend, which will include free pottery wheel try-outs and free drinks and light snacks during the social mixer. Terra & Ember will also be launching its new line of slow-living homewares during this event. To RSVP, go here.

When: 12 PM-9 PM, Dec. 15-17

Where: Terra & Ember, 475 Geylang Road

How much: Free

5. Mindfulness for Kids @ABC

This Mindfulness for Kids event by the Amitabha Buddhist Centre (ABC) is the perfect programme to educate children about mindfulness, how to calm their minds, and concentrate. Open to kids as young as one to 12 years old, the introductory programme will include meditation and song and play for the kids to take part in independently or with their parents. Free vegetarian lunch will also be served to all attendees. For inquiries, you may contact the centre at +65 6745 8547 or via [email protected].

When: 10 AM-5 PM, Dec. 16

Where: Amitabha Buddhist Centre, 44 Lorong 25A Geylang

How much: N/A

6. Soul Purpose Discovery Workshop

Do you find yourself at a crossroads and need some self-reflection? This workshop by soul purpose astrologer and healer Silvia may be up your alley, as it involves an exploration of your sacred birth chart. The three-hour event will teach you how to interpret the Soul sign in your birth chart, discover your Sun and Moon sign and house placements, identify the obstacles in your life to harness your strengths, and be aware of your divine gifts, inner talents, and more. Sign up for the event here!

When: 1 PM-4 PM, Dec. 16

Where: Clarke Quay, 3 River Valley Road

How much: S$68

7. The Art of Xiao Long Bao

Ever wanted to learn how to make those scrumptious soup dumplings, also known as xiao long bao, at home? Commune Kitchen will teach you the art of xiao long bao in this one-day class, from making the pastry, soup, and filling by hand to rolling, filling, folding, and steaming the dumplings, as well as making its dipping sauce. Sign up for the class here!

When: 10:30 AM-2:30 PM, Dec. 16

Where: Commune Kitchen, #02-10/11 Frasers Tower, 182 Cecil Street

How much: S$150 (including lunch)

8. Santa Paws at CapitaSpring

SOSD, a Singaporean animal shelter committed to rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming stray and abandoned dogs, is holding its last adoption drive for the year! Santa Paws are coming to CapitaSpring this weekend, where those with big hearts can give these furry babies the best gift ever: a furever home. See you there!

When: 1 PM-5 PM, Dec. 16

Where: CapitaSpring, 88 Market Street

How much: N/A

9. Auspicious Character Macarons Workshop

Join instructor Claire Lim in this baking workshop where you’ll learn how to make auspicious character macarons suitable for Chinese New Year, from the mighty dragon to the tangy mandarin, which symbolise prosperity, strength, and sweetness.

The course outline will tackle mixing and piping macaron shells from scratch, decorating and creating a character macaron, troubleshooting macaron problems, drying and baking macarons, and two demonstrations on how to make brown butter ganache and bak kwa cream cheese filling. Sign up for the workshop here!

When: 9 AM-12:30 PM, Dec. 16

Where: Little Bakers Lab, 79A Serangoon Garden Way

How much: S$178

10. Holly Jolly Market by Wheeler's Estate

Wheeler's Estate is throwing the merriest market this month, the Holly Jolly Market! A ton of fun is in store for you and your loved ones, from pop-up booths and live music to a cookie workshop! Support small, local businesses and tick off your Christmas shopping list with a range of products, including crystals, natural soaps, polymer clay accessories, art for mental health, bath goods, card games, and so much more!

When: 11 AM-6 PM, Dec. 17

Where: Wheeler's Estate, 2 Park Lane, Seletar Aerospace Park

How much: N/A 

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