ION Orchard

So you had just finish browsing through the shops around Orchard Rd, and now you’re feeling tired from your 3-inch high-heels and lugging 8 assorted bags from Iseatan, Takashimaya, Charles and Keith, Ralph Lauren and GAP. Your next stop? ION Orchard. You just want to rest your blister-infected leg. Now, where do you go?

Frankly speaking, I do not know either. Because ION Orchard is infested with tons of people of different nationalities, with shops at the basement so crowded. You could try Coffee Bean, which is relative quiet with a consistent quality in their food and drink. Try their breakfast menu, especially the eggs Benedict. Its fantastic! And also their ice-blended drinks.

If you’re not a fan of coffee-bean, you could try Starbucks. With Starbucks new offering this Christmas, you’ll never go wrong with their Peppermint Mocha Frap or the Toffee Nut Latte. Either of that is nice. And not forgetting their cakes and pastries. We have there the peach cake or something just for the Christmas. Packs a punch if you ask me.

There’s also Provenance. Yup, the bread shop which is famous for their croissants. I recommend the Milk Pan too, which is smooth and creamy. The custard bread is also quite nice. I do not need to introduce the croissants right? Its famous throughout Singapore, like how KOI serves one of the nicest milk tea in Singapore. In case you’ve not been there, Provenance offers you a place to seat. The atmosphere is quite cozy, but it can be quite noisy sometimes outside the shop. And also with the people walking in and out. I’ve not tried the coffee there, but the bread is nice.

However, if you have a huge budget, why not try Bread Society? Its located near to the exit to Paterson, I think. The bread is much more expensive, but the quality is also on par with the price. Their fried breadstick is uber delicious, and it’s a must try. I forget about the pricing, but as a general rule, its more expensive than provenance.

There’s tons of café located at the upper levels at ION Orchard too. If you’re feeling adventurous, why not try the café? The price isn’t that astronomical. Spotted one near the exit of the supermarket. Level 3 or 4, couldn’t remember it. But I’m checking it out soon.

Till then, enjoy.Tatas