In an effort to draw tourists and industry, Singapore is trying to change its image -- and the international media has run many a story about how the "nanny state" is finally letting down its hair. But we prefer to admire Singapore for what it is, even if that's not the message the government wants to send.
Lau Pa Sat 18 Raffles Quay
Changi Village Blk. 2, Changi Village Rd.
Crystal Jade Kitchen 350 Isetan Scotts, 011-65/6738-0733
Just Greens 283 New Bridge Rd., 011-65/6222-2039
Ananda Bhavan 95 Syed Alwi Rd., 011-65/6296-7659
Blue Ginger 97 Tanjong Pagar Rd., 011-65/6222-3928
Chilli Padi 11 Joo Chiat Pl., 011-65/6247-9531
Tiong Shian Porridge Centre 265 New Bridge Rd., 011-65/6221-1596
Samar 60 Kandahar St., 011-65/6398-0530
Sungei Buloh 301 Neo Tiew Crescent, 011-65/6794-1401, sbwr.org.sg
Bukit Timah 177 Hindhede Dr., 011-65/6468-5736, nparks.gov.sg
Singapore Zoological Gardens 011-65/6269-3411, nightsafari.com.sg, $11, tram $4
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