What to do during your lunch break in the city? Go bouldering, get eyelash extensions, do some gadget shopping and even eat mod-Sin cuisine
Desperate for a brief escape from your office in the CBD? Whether you’re hunting for a good restaurant in the city, itching for a midday workout or even looking for a beauty salon, Downtown Gallery has it all and it’s conveniently located in the Central Business District. Here are nine stores we love that would cater to all your needs, especially during those long, bleak office hours.
Fitness Centres
GuavaLabs
A 5000-square boutique fitness centre, this space offers the best classes conducted by renowned coaches and instructors. No membership required, simply sign up for individual classes whenever you feel like having a spontaneous midday workout! Yoga and boxing aside, they also have other programs and services you should definitely check out. Read our full feature here.
GuavaLabs, #B1-04/05/06 Downtown Gallery, 6 Shenton Way, Singapore 068809. Opens daily 10.00am-9.00pm
Boulder Movement
Switch up your fitness regime at Singapore’s first air-conditioned bouldering-only gym. Leave those dumbbells at the gym and your running shoes at home as you work those upper body muscles! With no o ropes and harnesses required (safety is still top priority at Boulder Movement with its experienced staff), it’s a definite fuss-free way to up your workout routine.
Boulder Movement, #B1-02A/03 Downtown Gallery, 6 Shenton Way, Singapore 068809. Opens daily 10.00am-9.00pm
Beauty & Lifestyle
We The People
This brick-and-mortar store featuring crowd-funded projects by Kickstarter takes innovative designs and functions directly to you. No more online transactions and shipping costs; you can now get your hands on these cool gadgets, stat!
We The People, #01-21/22 Downtown Gallery, 6 Shenton Way, Singapore 068809. Opens daily 10.00am-9.00pm
Flutters Lash Parlour
Cut your daily makeup routine short with eyelash extensions! Throw out your mascara as you sashay away in sultry and doll-like eyes. This parlour applies synthetic hair to each strand of eyelash or in clusters, enhancing your natural flutters to give you greater volume and length. Ideal for a lunch-hour pimpin’ sesh!
Flutters Lash Parlour, #03-17 Downtown Gallery, 6 Shenton Way, Singapore 068809. Opens daily 10.00am-9.00pm
Art Line
In need of a little inspiration or time away from your desktop screen? Admire works of art showcasing some of Singapore’s famous landmarks in this gallery. Feast your eyes on vibrant colours used in the pieces, as well as other unique sculptures and potteries.
Art Line, #03-09 Downtown Gallery, 6 Shenton Way, Singapore 068809. Opens daily 10.00am-9.00pm
Food & Beverage
Express by Chatterbox
Craving local delights? The famous Chatterbox chicken rice is serving up affordable versions of their dishes at just $8. Satiate your taste buds with Singapore’s iconic hawker dish: chicken rice; or settle for other comfort foods like char siew rice, wanton mee and laksa. Find out more about Express by Chatterbox’s amazing nosh here.
Express by Chatterbox, #01-04 Downtown Gallery, 6 Shenton Way, Singapore 068809. Opens daily 10.00am-9.00pm
The Providore
This multi-concept café serves wholesome dishes made with artisanal produce. Home to Singapore’s largest walk-in cheese room, fromage aficionados can look forward to customising their own cheese platter. On a juice cleanse? Head to their live juice bar to create your own glass of nutritional goodness! Check out our full feature here.
The Providore, #B1-07 to 17 Downtown Gallery, 6 Shenton Way, Singapore 068809. Opens daily 10.00am-9.00pm
Food Anatomy
Opening their second branch at Downtown Gallery, Food Anatomy boasts a unique concept, turning local foods into bite-sized cubic proportions. Their aim is to satiate all senses as you take in their amazing grub where each meal consists of a three-cube set. Mix and match flavours to suit your taste buds, from tiny portions of nasi lemak to beef rendang and many more. Read more about Food Anatomy’s first store at Timbreplus.
Food Anatomy, #01-44 Downtown Gallery, 6 Shenton Way, Singapore 068809. Opens daily 10.00am-9.00pm
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