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I Tried Three New Caf\u00e9s To Hang Out At In Tanjong Pagar<\/b><\/p>\n
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Claire Ng Min <\/b>reviews three new top-rated caf\u00e9s to hang out at in Tanjong Pagar and spills the tea on whether they are hot or not.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”-194px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ min_height=”84px” custom_margin=”-67px|auto||auto||” custom_margin_tablet=”” custom_margin_phone=”-145px|auto|-100px|auto|false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Montserrat|300|||||||” custom_margin=”3px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”” custom_margin_phone=”40px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” text_font_size_tablet=”” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/span>Story and photos by Claire Ng Min.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”About Us” _builder_version=”4.16″ min_height=”1463px” custom_margin=”-136px||-385px|||” custom_padding=”107px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_5,3_5,1_5″ custom_padding_last_edited=”off|desktop” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”-50px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”” custom_margin_phone=”-8px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_padding=”2px|0|27px|0px|false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”|0px||0px||true” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” text_line_height=”1.5em” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”Raleway|700|||||||” header_2_font_size=”50px” header_2_line_height=”1.4em” header_5_font=”Montserrat||||||||” header_5_text_color=”#b3b3b3″ header_5_font_size=”14px” header_5_line_height=”0.5em” header_6_font=”Raleway|700||on|||||” header_6_font_size=”16px” header_6_letter_spacing=”5px” header_6_line_height=”1.8em” max_width=”659px” module_alignment=”center” custom_margin=”5px|79px|104px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”” custom_margin_phone=”-40px|79px|0px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”|0px||||” text_font_size_tablet=”” text_font_size_phone=”15px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_2_font_size_tablet=”35px” header_2_font_size_phone=”25px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n BY <\/strong><\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Libre Caslon Text||||||||” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”2em” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”Raleway|700|||||||” header_2_font_size=”50px” header_2_line_height=”1.4em” header_6_font=”Raleway|700||on|||||” header_6_font_size=”16px” header_6_letter_spacing=”5px” header_6_line_height=”1.8em” max_width=”1320px” module_alignment=”center” custom_margin=”|-415px|-45px|-616px|false|false” custom_padding=”|0px|0px|0px|false|false” header_2_font_size_tablet=”35px” header_2_font_size_phone=”25px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The pandemic has robbed us of many things: our freedom, lifestyle and interactions with each other. However, the greatest crime was the massacre of the <\/span>food and beverage (F&B) industry<\/span><\/a>, which has been severely affected by <\/span>closures last year<\/span><\/a> due to social distancing restrictions.<\/span><\/p>\n With the recent change in COVID-19 restrictions that allows <\/span>up to five fully vaccinated individuals to dine together<\/span><\/a>, I found myself browsing through my bucket list of caf\u00e9s to enjoy with my family and friends.<\/span><\/p>\n Several <\/span>Google<\/span><\/a> searches later, I came up with a list of new and interesting caf\u00e9s that I could patronise and rate according to their ambiance, the affordability of their menu items, and proximity to the store.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.4em” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”Raleway|700|||||||” header_2_font_size=”50px” header_2_line_height=”1.4em” header_5_font=”Montserrat||||||||” header_5_text_color=”#b3b3b3″ header_5_font_size=”14px” header_5_line_height=”0.5em” header_6_font=”Raleway|700||on|||||” header_6_font_size=”16px” header_6_letter_spacing=”5px” header_6_line_height=”1.8em” max_width=”659px” module_alignment=”center” custom_margin=”0px|79px|20px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”” custom_margin_phone=”2px|79px|12px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”0px|0px||||” header_2_font_size_tablet=”35px” header_2_font_size_phone=”25px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n 1. Acoustics Coffee Bar (<\/b>@acousticscoffeebar<\/b><\/a>)<\/b><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/hypesingapore.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-acoustics-coffee-bar-1-front-scaled.jpg” alt=”claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-acoustics-coffee-bar-1-front” title_text=”claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-acoustics-coffee-bar-1-front” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Montserrat|300|||||||” transform_scale_tablet=”” transform_scale_phone=”” transform_scale_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate=”0px|-22px” transform_translate_tablet=”” transform_translate_phone=”” transform_translate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate_linked=”off” transform_rotate_tablet=”” transform_rotate_phone=”” transform_rotate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_skew_tablet=”” transform_skew_phone=”” transform_skew_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_origin_tablet=”” transform_origin_phone=”” transform_origin_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_styles_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_margin=”31px|||||” text_font_size_tablet=”” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” transform_styles_tablet=”” transform_styles_phone=”” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n At 2:30pm on a cool Tuesday, the caf\u00e9 was still bustling with activity.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Libre Caslon Text||||||||” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”2em” custom_margin=”-35px||-1px||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Tucked away in Neil Road, <\/span>Acoustics Coffee Bar<\/span><\/a> is a 40-seater, music-centred caf\u00e9 furnished with timber acoustic panels and fabric-covered walls that absorb background noise.<\/span><\/p>\n Although the caf\u00e9 originally sounded promising, its ambiance was disappointing. I could still clearly hear other customers\u2019 conversations over the quality sound system that was playing calm and pleasant acoustic songs.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/hypesingapore.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-acoustics-coffee-bar-2-interior-scaled.jpg” alt=”claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-acoustics-coffee-bar-2-interior” title_text=”claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-acoustics-coffee-bar-2-interior” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Montserrat|300|||||||” transform_scale_tablet=”” transform_scale_phone=”” transform_scale_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate=”0px|-22px” transform_translate_tablet=”” transform_translate_phone=”” transform_translate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate_linked=”off” transform_rotate_tablet=”” transform_rotate_phone=”” transform_rotate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_skew_tablet=”” transform_skew_phone=”” transform_skew_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_origin_tablet=”” transform_origin_phone=”” transform_origin_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_styles_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_margin=”31px||-4px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” transform_styles_tablet=”” transform_styles_phone=”” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Many students are often seen with their laptops out at the caf\u00e9, enjoying a cup of coffee and using the many charging points available.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/hypesingapore.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-acoustics-coffee-bar-3-white-latte-scaled.jpg” alt=”claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-acoustics-coffee-bar-3-white-latte” title_text=”claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-acoustics-coffee-bar-3-white-latte” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”2px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Montserrat|300|||||||” transform_scale_tablet=”” transform_scale_phone=”” transform_scale_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate=”0px|-22px” transform_translate_tablet=”” transform_translate_phone=”” transform_translate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate_linked=”off” transform_rotate_tablet=”” transform_rotate_phone=”” transform_rotate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_skew_tablet=”” transform_skew_phone=”” transform_skew_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_origin_tablet=”” transform_origin_phone=”” transform_origin_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_styles_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_margin=”31px|||||” text_font_size_tablet=”” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” transform_styles_tablet=”” transform_styles_phone=”” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The experienced baristas were fast and swift making these beautiful beverages.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Libre Caslon Text||||||||” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”2em” custom_margin=”-38px||-1px||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Known for its nutty, creamy and delicious flavour, the White is an espresso-based coffee that was made from Ethiopian beans with a medium to dark roast and blends nicely with smooth steamed milk. I ordered the beverage in the largest size available, which was priced at $5.50 for ten ounces.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/hypesingapore.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-acoustics-coffee-bar-4-acoustics-breakfast-scaled.jpg” alt=”claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-acoustics-coffee-bar-4-acoustics-breakfast” title_text=”claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-acoustics-coffee-bar-4-acoustics-breakfast” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Montserrat|300|||||||” transform_scale_tablet=”” transform_scale_phone=”” transform_scale_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate=”0px|-22px” transform_translate_tablet=”” transform_translate_phone=”” transform_translate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate_linked=”off” transform_rotate_tablet=”” transform_rotate_phone=”” transform_rotate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_skew_tablet=”” transform_skew_phone=”” transform_skew_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_origin_tablet=”” transform_origin_phone=”” transform_origin_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_styles_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_margin=”32px||||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” transform_styles_tablet=”” transform_styles_phone=”” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Breakfast At Acoustics includes a choice of egg (either ramen egg, scrambled egg, or sunny side up), cheese sausage, slow baked tomato, maple glazed bacon, roasted mushroom, kale salad and a slice of sourdough.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Libre Caslon Text||||||||” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”2em” custom_margin=”-35px||-1px||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Acoustics Coffee Bar serves an all-day breakfast <\/span>menu<\/span><\/a>, with mains like the Roasted Chicken Pita Pouch priced at $14 available after 11:30am.<\/span><\/p>\n My sister and I ordered the two highly recommended items on the menu: Breakfast At Acoustics ($24.00) and Laksa Cream Pasta ($20.00).<\/span><\/p>\n Using flavours that are familiar to the style of a classic breakfast platter, Breakfast At Acoustics was delicious and a visual delight, albeit underwhelming on the palate.<\/span><\/p>\n Meanwhile, the Western twist on a local delight, the Laksa Cream Pasta, was extremely flavourful and an absolute delight to the gustatory senses!<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/hypesingapore.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-acoustics-coffee-bar-5-laksa-cream-pasta-scaled.jpg” alt=”claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-acoustics-coffee-bar-5-laksa-cream-pasta” title_text=”claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-acoustics-coffee-bar-5-laksa-cream-pasta” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Montserrat|300|||||||” transform_scale_tablet=”” transform_scale_phone=”” transform_scale_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate=”0px|-22px” transform_translate_tablet=”” transform_translate_phone=”” transform_translate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate_linked=”off” transform_rotate_tablet=”” transform_rotate_phone=”” transform_rotate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_skew_tablet=”” transform_skew_phone=”” transform_skew_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_origin_tablet=”” transform_origin_phone=”” transform_origin_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_styles_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_margin=”31px|||||” text_font_size_tablet=”” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” transform_styles_tablet=”” transform_styles_phone=”” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Laksa Cream Pasta is made with a creamy laksa<\/span> sauce, al dente spaghetti, fresh prawns and topped with crispy fried tofu.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Libre Caslon Text||||||||” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”2em” custom_margin=”-35px||-1px||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n We wordlessly devoured the whole plate, noting the amazing combination of coconut cream, dried shrimp and spices. The other main dish was left untouched, sitting dejectedly in a corner until the pasta was all gobbled up.<\/span><\/p>\n The store is six minutes away from Outram Park MRT station, and 10 minutes away from Tanjong Pagar MRT station. Can\u2019t stand a sweaty walk under the sun? Maybe you\u2019d want to find a cooler day to visit this caf\u00e9.<\/span><\/p>\n There\u2019s a charging point near every table; good news for every workaholic out there that needs a change of scenery. Acoustics Coffee Bar is a study and work-friendly space; just ask any of the friendly staff here for the password if you need access to their Wi-Fi.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/hypesingapore.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-acoustics-coffee-bar-6-interior-dining-scaled.jpg” alt=”claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-acoustics-coffee-bar-6-interior-dining” title_text=”claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-acoustics-coffee-bar-6-interior-dining” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Montserrat|300|||||||” transform_scale_tablet=”” transform_scale_phone=”” transform_scale_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate=”0px|-22px” transform_translate_tablet=”” transform_translate_phone=”” transform_translate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate_linked=”off” transform_rotate_tablet=”” transform_rotate_phone=”” transform_rotate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_skew_tablet=”” transform_skew_phone=”” transform_skew_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_origin_tablet=”” transform_origin_phone=”” transform_origin_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_styles_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_margin=”31px||-2px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” transform_styles_tablet=”” transform_styles_phone=”” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n With earthy colours and natural materials decorating the space, combined with the scent of coffee brewing in the air, the caf\u00e9 felt like a second home.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.4em” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”Raleway|700|||||||” header_2_font_size=”50px” header_2_line_height=”1.4em” header_5_font=”Montserrat||||||||” header_5_text_color=”#b3b3b3″ header_5_font_size=”14px” header_5_line_height=”0.5em” header_6_font=”Raleway|700||on|||||” header_6_font_size=”16px” header_6_letter_spacing=”5px” header_6_line_height=”1.8em” max_width=”659px” module_alignment=”center” custom_margin=”-5px|79px|20px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”” custom_margin_phone=”10px|79px|12px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”0px|0px||||” header_2_font_size_tablet=”35px” header_2_font_size_phone=”25px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n My Rating<\/b><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Libre Caslon Text||||||||” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”2em” custom_margin=”-20px||18px||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n Food: 4\/5 <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/hypesingapore.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-4-out-of-5-review-stickers.png” alt=”claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-4-out-of-5-review-stickers” title_text=”claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-4-out-of-5-review-stickers” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.4em” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”Raleway|700|||||||” header_2_font_size=”50px” header_2_line_height=”1.4em” header_5_font=”Montserrat||||||||” header_5_text_color=”#b3b3b3″ header_5_font_size=”14px” header_5_line_height=”0.5em” header_6_font=”Raleway|700||on|||||” header_6_font_size=”16px” header_6_letter_spacing=”5px” header_6_line_height=”1.8em” max_width=”659px” module_alignment=”center” custom_margin=”0px|79px|20px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”” custom_margin_phone=”10px|79px|12px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”0px|0px||||” header_2_font_size_tablet=”35px” header_2_font_size_phone=”25px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n 2. Huggs Collective (@huggs.sg<\/a>)<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/hypesingapore.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-huggs-maxwell-collective-1.1-logo-scaled.jpg” alt=”claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-huggs-maxwell-collective-1.1-logo” title_text=”claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-huggs-maxwell-collective-1.1-logo” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Montserrat|300|||||||” transform_scale_tablet=”” transform_scale_phone=”” transform_scale_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate=”0px|-22px” transform_translate_tablet=”” transform_translate_phone=”” transform_translate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate_linked=”off” transform_rotate_tablet=”” transform_rotate_phone=”” transform_rotate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_skew_tablet=”” transform_skew_phone=”” transform_skew_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_origin_tablet=”” transform_origin_phone=”” transform_origin_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_styles_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_margin=”31px|||||” text_font_size_tablet=”” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” transform_styles_tablet=”” transform_styles_phone=”” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n This is Huggs first flagship store that offers table service as well as a pet-friendly concept.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Libre Caslon Text||||||||” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”2em” custom_margin=”-35px||-1px||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Homegrown specialty coffee brand Huggs has been a local company since 2008. On top of their flagship outlet launched in Thomson at the start of this year, they have now added a second Huggs Collective store at Maxwell.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/hypesingapore.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-huggs-maxwell-collective-2-sitting-area-scaled.jpg” alt=”claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-huggs-maxwell-collective-2-sitting-area” title_text=”claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-huggs-maxwell-collective-2-sitting-area” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”3px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Montserrat|300|||||||” transform_scale_tablet=”” transform_scale_phone=”” transform_scale_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate=”0px|-22px” transform_translate_tablet=”” transform_translate_phone=”” transform_translate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate_linked=”off” transform_rotate_tablet=”” transform_rotate_phone=”” transform_rotate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_skew_tablet=”” transform_skew_phone=”” transform_skew_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_origin_tablet=”” transform_origin_phone=”” transform_origin_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_styles_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_margin=”31px|||||” text_font_size_tablet=”” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” transform_styles_tablet=”” transform_styles_phone=”” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n With no time to waste, the fresh reintroduction of five pax dine-in saw many students holding discussions and doing work in groups of four to five at Huggs Collective.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Libre Caslon Text||||||||” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”2em” custom_margin=”-35px||-1px||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Standing at 3,000 square feet, their largest outlet holds space for a Huggs\u2019 members lounge, a mini-amphitheatre and a main dining hall.<\/span><\/p>\n The caf\u00e9 is adorned with warm, earthy tones and beautiful plant accents. They make use of trendy Scandinavian designs to create a homey environment with a mix of complementary materials such as glass and metal with natural elements.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/hypesingapore.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-huggs-maxwell-collective-3-ordering-counter-gelato-scaled.jpg” alt=”claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-huggs-maxwell-collective-3-ordering-counter-gelato” title_text=”claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-huggs-maxwell-collective-3-ordering-counter-gelato” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”3px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Montserrat|300|||||||” transform_scale_tablet=”” transform_scale_phone=”” transform_scale_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate=”0px|-22px” transform_translate_tablet=”” transform_translate_phone=”” transform_translate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate_linked=”off” transform_rotate_tablet=”” transform_rotate_phone=”” transform_rotate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_skew_tablet=”” transform_skew_phone=”” transform_skew_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_origin_tablet=”” transform_origin_phone=”” transform_origin_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_styles_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_margin=”31px|||||” text_font_size_tablet=”” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” transform_styles_tablet=”” transform_styles_phone=”” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The coffee chain showcases a diverse menu by collaborating with brands like Fitmeal<\/span> and Denzy Gelato.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Libre Caslon Text||||||||” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”2em” custom_margin=”-35px||-1px||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n If you\u2019re split between having a pastry break, a full meal or even dessert, Huggs Collective\u2019s <\/span>menu<\/span><\/a> has it all, and your stomach will definitely be spoiled for choice!<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/hypesingapore.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-huggs-maxwell-collective-4-latte-pouring-h-blend-scaled.jpg” alt=”claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-huggs-maxwell-collective-4-latte-pouring-h-blend” title_text=”claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-huggs-maxwell-collective-4-latte-pouring-h-blend” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”3px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Montserrat|300|||||||” transform_scale_tablet=”” transform_scale_phone=”” transform_scale_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate=”0px|-22px” transform_translate_tablet=”” transform_translate_phone=”” transform_translate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate_linked=”off” transform_rotate_tablet=”” transform_rotate_phone=”” transform_rotate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_skew_tablet=”” transform_skew_phone=”” transform_skew_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_origin_tablet=”” transform_origin_phone=”” transform_origin_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_styles_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_margin=”31px|||||” text_font_size_tablet=”” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” transform_styles_tablet=”” transform_styles_phone=”” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Their talented baristas produce drinks with beautiful intricate latte art designs.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Libre Caslon Text||||||||” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”2em” custom_margin=”-35px||-1px||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Huggs Collective\u2019s classic espresso drinks are made from two different types of beans.<\/span><\/p>\n The <\/span>H Blend<\/span><\/a> is infused with a more chocolatey, fruity and floral flavour, while the <\/span>K Blend<\/span><\/a> offers coffee enthusiasts a more savoury and smoky chocolate flavour.<\/span><\/p>\n I would deduce that the H Blend is a safer option if you\u2019re a picky eater.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/hypesingapore.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-huggs-maxwell-collective-5-bear-art-latte-scaled.jpg” alt=”claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-huggs-maxwell-collective-5-bear-art-latte” title_text=”claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-huggs-maxwell-collective-5-bear-art-latte” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”3px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Montserrat|300|||||||” transform_scale_tablet=”” transform_scale_phone=”” transform_scale_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate=”0px|-22px” transform_translate_tablet=”” transform_translate_phone=”” transform_translate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate_linked=”off” transform_rotate_tablet=”” transform_rotate_phone=”” transform_rotate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_skew_tablet=”” transform_skew_phone=”” transform_skew_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_origin_tablet=”” transform_origin_phone=”” transform_origin_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_styles_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_margin=”31px|||||” text_font_size_tablet=”” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” transform_styles_tablet=”” transform_styles_phone=”” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n With a steady hand, the barista effortlessly poured out an adorable bear latte art design. I was reluctant to ruin the design with a sip.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Libre Caslon Text||||||||” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”2em” custom_margin=”-35px||-1px||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n I ordered the Classic Caf\u00e9 Latte ($5.50) made from the H Blend, and was floored by the well-roundedness of the coffee. It offered a smooth medium-bodied flavour with chocolate and citrus notes.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/hypesingapore.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-huggs-maxwell-collective-6-fitmeal-thai-fusion-fried-rice-scaled.jpg” alt=”claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-huggs-maxwell-collective-6-fitmeal-thai-fusion-fried-rice” title_text=”claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-huggs-maxwell-collective-6-fitmeal-thai-fusion-fried-rice” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”3px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Montserrat|300|||||||” transform_scale_tablet=”” transform_scale_phone=”” transform_scale_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate=”0px|-22px” transform_translate_tablet=”” transform_translate_phone=”” transform_translate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate_linked=”off” transform_rotate_tablet=”” transform_rotate_phone=”” transform_rotate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_skew_tablet=”” transform_skew_phone=”” transform_skew_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_origin_tablet=”” transform_origin_phone=”” transform_origin_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_styles_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_margin=”31px|||||” text_font_size_tablet=”” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” transform_styles_tablet=”” transform_styles_phone=”” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The Fried Tom Yum Rice comes with a salmon fillet, onsen egg, stir-fried mushroom mix and fried tom yum brown rice.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Libre Caslon Text||||||||” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”2em” custom_margin=”-35px||-1px||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n When asked for recommendations on their main dishes, the staff advised me to try dishes from Fitmeal\u2019s Thai-Western fusion menu. I decided to go with the crowd favourite, Huggs Collective\u2019s Fried Tom Yum Rice ($17.00).<\/span><\/p>\n The dish itself is guilt-free, but it does not taste overly healthy, perfect for a glutton like me. The fragrant herbs and spices were delectable, and the brown rice retained the complex sour and savoury flavours of the original soup.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/hypesingapore.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-huggs-maxwell-collective-7-barista-counter-scaled.jpg” alt=”claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-huggs-maxwell-collective-7-barista-counter” title_text=”claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-huggs-maxwell-collective-7-barista-counter” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”3px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Montserrat|300|||||||” transform_scale_tablet=”” transform_scale_phone=”” transform_scale_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate=”0px|-22px” transform_translate_tablet=”” transform_translate_phone=”” transform_translate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate_linked=”off” transform_rotate_tablet=”” transform_rotate_phone=”” transform_rotate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_skew_tablet=”” transform_skew_phone=”” transform_skew_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_origin_tablet=”” transform_origin_phone=”” transform_origin_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_styles_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_margin=”31px|||||” text_font_size_tablet=”” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” transform_styles_tablet=”” transform_styles_phone=”” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n A stunning barista counter set-up greets customers at the door.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Libre Caslon Text||||||||” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”2em” custom_margin=”-35px||-1px||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n A cool four-minute walk from Tanjong Pagar MRT, this caf\u00e9 is extremely easy to locate and visit, even on a hot day.<\/span><\/p>\n They provide ample seating, perfect for a meal with friends and family on a busy weekend. The Wi-Fi is free, and if you\u2019re looking to get some work done, this might be the place for you!<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.4em” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”Raleway|700|||||||” header_2_font_size=”50px” header_2_line_height=”1.4em” header_5_font=”Montserrat||||||||” header_5_text_color=”#b3b3b3″ header_5_font_size=”14px” header_5_line_height=”0.5em” header_6_font=”Raleway|700||on|||||” header_6_font_size=”16px” header_6_letter_spacing=”5px” header_6_line_height=”1.8em” max_width=”659px” module_alignment=”center” custom_margin=”2px|79px|20px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”” custom_margin_phone=”10px|79px|12px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”0px|0px||||” header_2_font_size_tablet=”35px” header_2_font_size_phone=”25px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n My Rating<\/b><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Libre Caslon Text||||||||” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”2em” custom_margin=”-20px||18px||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n Food: 4\/5 <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/hypesingapore.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-5-out-of-5-review-stickers.png” alt=”claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-5-out-of-5-review-stickers” title_text=”claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-5-out-of-5-review-stickers” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.4em” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”Raleway|700|||||||” header_2_font_size=”50px” header_2_line_height=”1.4em” header_5_font=”Montserrat||||||||” header_5_text_color=”#b3b3b3″ header_5_font_size=”14px” header_5_line_height=”0.5em” header_6_font=”Raleway|700||on|||||” header_6_font_size=”16px” header_6_letter_spacing=”5px” header_6_line_height=”1.8em” max_width=”659px” module_alignment=”center” custom_margin=”0px|79px|20px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”” custom_margin_phone=”10px|79px|12px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”0px|0px||||” header_2_font_size_tablet=”35px” header_2_font_size_phone=”25px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n 3. Champion Bolo Bun (<\/b>@championflagship<\/b><\/a>)<\/b><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/hypesingapore.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-champion-bolo-bun-1-logo-scaled.jpg” alt=”claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-champion-bolo-bun-1-logo” title_text=”claire_three-new-cafes-tanjong-pagar-champion-bolo-bun-1-logo” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Montserrat|300|||||||” transform_scale_tablet=”” transform_scale_phone=”” transform_scale_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate=”0px|-22px” transform_translate_tablet=”” transform_translate_phone=”” transform_translate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate_linked=”off” transform_rotate_tablet=”” transform_rotate_phone=”” transform_rotate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_skew_tablet=”” transform_skew_phone=”” transform_skew_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_origin_tablet=”” transform_origin_phone=”” transform_origin_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_styles_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_margin=”31px|||||” text_font_size_tablet=”” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” transform_styles_tablet=”” transform_styles_phone=”” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Claire Ng Min<\/strong>
Perspectives Section Editor<\/strong>
Hype Issue #54<\/strong><\/p>\nPublished on<\/h5>\n
December 31, 2021<\/h5>\n
<\/span>Ambience: 3.5\/5
<\/span>For Hanging Out: 4\/5
<\/span>Is it study\/work friendly? Yes<\/span><\/p>\n
<\/span>Ambience: 5\/5
<\/span>For Hanging Out: 5\/5
<\/span>Is it study\/work friendly? Yes<\/span><\/p>\n