Should you read a book, catch a movie or head out for some shopping this weekend? We have all the awesome recommendations just for you!
VENETIA SNG, SENIOR WRITER
EAT: DC Comics Super Heroes Cafe
I’ve never been to any character-themed cafes in Singapore ’cause I’m too lazy to queue for Pokémon Cafe and Hello Kitty Cafe is a tad bit inconvenient – all the way at Changi Airport. But since I’m more of a DC Comic fan (Batman FTW!), I’m heading down to the DC Comic Super Heroes Cafe located at MBS this weekend! Definitely want to try the Batman’s Dark Knight burger ($25.90) with a cup of Poison Ivy Icy Matcha ($9.90). If you want to try other character-themed cafes, check out Teenage’s list of all the character-themed cafes in Singapore!
DC Comics Super Heroes Cafe is located at 2 Bayfront Avenue, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands #01-03, Singapore 018972
READ: Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children
If you didn’t know, the film Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children directed by Tim Burton will be on screens this September and I’m planning to get myself acquainted with the best selling original book series before catching it in the theatres. Don’t be put off by the creepy book cover, I’ve read the synopsis and it looks amazing already. Catch the trailer for the movie above and maybe you’d be a convert like me.
WATCH: Apprentice
What comes to mind when I say local films? Most likely the more commercial ones like Jack Neo’s Ah Boys To Men or artsy films like Eric Khoo’s Be With Me. There aren’t many locally made films that is a good balance of both but director Boo Junfeng challenges that with Apprentice. Debuting at Cannes Film Festival, the movie has garnered mostly positive feedback from film critics, having been described as “thematically complex” and “ambitious” in reviews. When it comes to the death penalty, people mainly focus on the convict and what he/she has done, but this movie tells the story from the executioner’s point of view and what the convicts’ families go through. Interesting? Definitely. Apprentice is in cinemas near you! #SupportLocal
CHEW HUI LING, WRITER
SHOP: THEFACESHOP
So I might not be a student anymore, but sharing is caring right? For all you students here reading this, you’re in luck ’cause the skincare brand is rolling out a special rate just for you from now till 30 September. You’ll get a ton of attractive benefits such as exclusive membership privileges, a birthday gift on your birthday month, earn points as you spend, and enjoy dollars off when you redeem your points! Best of all, this membership lasts for a lifetime. Seriously, what are you waiting for?
All students from Primary, Secondary, JCs, Polytechnics, ITEs, NUS, NTU, SIM & SMU are eligible to join the membership at a $24 nett spend. Exluding students from private universities & international schools.
ATTEND: SHINE Festival 2016
We were exceptionally impressed at the massive response SHINE Festival garnered last year, and we’re pretty sure this year’s edition will be just as amazing, if not more. From 1 to 3 July, SHINE will be featuring an impressive bill of acts from K-star Jay Park to local rapper ShiGGa Shay. Not only will there be good music, you can also look forward to pop-up markets, fringe activities, interactive exhibitions, outdoor screenings, as well as exciting music and dance performances along the Orchard belt at the three-day youth extravaganza!
SHINE Festival 2016 will be happening from 1 to 3 July at Orchard Road. Check out Teenage Guide to SHINE Festival and their website for the full line-up of activities.
GO TO: Mega Raya Bazaar 2016
Soak in the Ramadan spirit at the Mega Raya Bazaar, held right at the heart of Geylang Serai area at City Plaza! Look forward to insane discounts and promotions off a wide variety of products including homewares, apparel, cosmetics, and more – from as low as two bucks! Plus there are lots of yummy grub to nosh on while you enjoy entertainment performances from local and foreign acts. Be sure to head there early ’cause we predict a huge crowd ahead.
The Mega Raya Bazaar will be happening till 5 July, from 10am to 10pm, at City Plaza Singapore.
What are you up to this weekend? Share it with us in the comment box below!
