[Sponsored] Serangoon Gardens is officially one of the hippest heartlands in Singapore. Thanks to its exciting array of hawker delights, up and coming standalone restaurants and established, leafy stalwarts like myVillage, it has become a destination in its own right. Here’s a complete list of what to eat, drink and do when you get there.

 

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Have a decadent brunch

Weekends are made for brunching, and there are two excellent options at myVillage, especially for those with a sweet tooth. Little Wimbly Lu is the offshoot of popular cafe Wimbly Lu and the eatery specializes in pancakes, waffles and crepes. For an extra shot of decadence, get their famous hot chocolate. If you'd like something savory, try Bakerzin Artisan, which has a cafe menu featuring items like the Norwegian scrambled eggs with smoked salmon and the Chef’s Breakfast, which comes with chicken chipolata and brioche.

 

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Or gorge on local food

A huge draw at Serangoon Gardens is Chomp Chomp Food Centre (20 Kensington Park Rd.). The wide range of options can be overwhelming, but save room for the $1 chicken wings at Chong Pang Huat (#01-26) and Hokkien mee at Ah Hock Fried Hokkien Noodles right next door.

Also packed with culinary delights, the Serangoon Garden Market & Food Centre (49A Serangoon Garden Way) is a huge hit with Garden Street Kway Chap (#01-21). And just up the street, the unassuming but perpetually packed Dessert Bowl (80A Serangoon Garden Way, 6285-1278), has crowds queuing for its signature durian mousse.

 

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Get ahead on Christmas shopping

November is here, which means scarcely six weeks left to buy Christmas presents for all the important people in your life—and that includes yourself. Fashionistas should swing by Serangoon Garden mainstays like Lemon Chiffon for flowy womenswear and understated accessories, and U-Design for chunky, bohemian-chic statement pieces.

For the intellectual culture snob in your life, pick up a stack of fancy international glossies like Monocle, GQ, Lucky Peach and Kinfolk at specialty magazine shop AllScript in myVillage.

And to spruce up your place, there’s Bedroom Affairs, which specializes in sleek bed linens, curtains and towels.

 

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Design the perfect hamper

Celebrate the festive season with curated epicurean goods like gourmet cheese, charcuterie and wine from La Petite Boutique and exotic olive oils, French biscuits and more from French grocery Le Quartier.

Schedule in some me-time

After all that eating and shopping, you’ll want to cool your heels for a while. Head back to myVillage for a manicure and a haircut at Cuttour.

 

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Grab pre-dinner drinks with friends

Good shopping and dining options aside, Serangoon Gardens is also up on the latest drinking trends. Load up on little-known American craft beers at the brand new local branch of Thirsty or affordable wines from around the world at Wine Connection, both at myVillage. But if you want to chill, grab a cocktail and a bite to eat, there’s Mediterranean tapas joint Plonk.

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