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Home Singapore: Brunch cafe by day, livehouse serving Hunan-style dishes by night
Singapore might be bursting at its seams with cafes, but searching for one that dishes out both lip-smacking mains and a vibe to match? Now that's a challenge. Well, that wasn't until I visited Home Singapore at Clarke Quay — let's just say my faith in the local cafe scene has been restored. You know that awkward feeling at a tiny cafe where space is limited, and your afternoon's conversation unknowingly becomes the topic next door? Well, thank goodness, Home Singapore is not only huge but also bright and welcoming (phew). One of the lucky few who managed to snag a window seat? Just sit back, gaze at the blue skies and the Singapore River, and zone out to your heart's content. What I tried at Home Singapore For the uninitiated, Home Singapore is actually a lifestyle space offering a dual concept. During the day, this place operates as Home Dawn Cafe, serving brunch classics and Western fusion dishes with a twist. We were excited to savour their new offerings that are served for Home Dawn. Each comforting creation is a result of meticulous R&D with influences taken from around the globe. Home Dawn has currently launched a 'Buy 2 Get 1 Free' brunch deal till 31 Aug 2025. But readers get an exceptional perk — 1-for-1 Brunch (you guys deserve only THE BEST!) Simply make a reservation here using this promo code: SLXHOME. The Miso Butter Vongole (S$28) is a food stylist's fantasy. It's beautifully plated with linguine lusciously coated in miso butter sauce, and served with live clams delivered fresh to the kitchen daily. The linguine was cooked to a perfect al dente and the umami miso sauce had a lovely hint of sweetness. The clams were plump and topped with minced garlic. Each bite released a satisfying briny essence that paired magnificently with the pasta. The Baked Furikake Salmon Grain Bowl (S$32) is a modern European-inspired dish with a dash of Japanese nuances — evident from the furikake 'skin' coating the salmon. It was resting on a bed of butternut pumpkin puree, kale salad, and quinoa. You'd think a salmon that thick would be dry and tough, right? Nope! It was moist and tender, with the savouriness of the furikake lifted by the nutty notes of toasted sesame seeds. The chef had added ricotta to the pumpkin puree, making it extra smooth and creamy. I also loved the crunch coming from the pumpkin seeds. The Beer-Battered Snapper Fish (S$32) was soooooo HUGE that it puts many other fish and chips joints to shame. The chef shared that he uses Sapporo beer for its light taste. The fish was clean-tasting and impeccably seasoned to a beer really did make the batter incredibly crispy yet light like a cloud. The Beer-Battered Snapper Fish was served with fries tossed with Korean chilli flakes, salad, and something… not so ordinary. No, it wasn't Thousand Island, but a kimchi tartar dip that was zingy with a touch of spice. Two thumbs up. The Homie's Brekkie 2.0 (S$32) which is an upgrade from the previous version looked like a breakfast for champions. The creamy scrambled eggs were surrounded by tater tots, aromatic maple glazed pancetta, sausage, roasted cherry tomatoes, sourdough toast, and charred brussels sprouts. A staple on their menu is the (S$24), a creation that the chef brought back from New York City. A thiccc brioche French toast is topped with a colourful medley of seasonal fruits and toasted almonds, sitting atop a bed of cinnamon-flavoured honey mascarpone. This, my friends, might just be one of the best French toasts I've had. That honey mascarpone? Silky-smooth and sweet — like Juliet sneaking out of the balcony to meet her buttery Romeo. Don't forget to grab a cup of Donut Mocha (S$8) — it looks like the barista went rogue and dunked an entire donut right into your coffee. Fair warning: it's not the most elegant sip, so keep some tissues handy. But hey, if it's solid, who cares about a little chaos? 10 rooftop bars in Singapore that offer breathtaking views [Jun 2025 update] When daylight makes its graceful exit, this cafe transforms into Home Dusk Livehouse. LED lights transitioning from a sultry purple to a hot pink illuminate the entire space. Each night, you can catch live performances by our homegrown talents such as The Homies, The Cold Cut Duo, The Big Break, just to name a few. What goes well with great vibes and killer tunes? Mouth-watering food and drinks, obviously! In the evenings, the menu takes an oriental detour and offers Chinese-style appetisers and mains instead. Savour starters such as the Chilled Century Egg with Smoked Chilli (S$12). Trust me, you'll get a full-blown flavour party on a plate. The Spicy Crinkle-Cut Potatoes (S$12) are first double-boiled before being fried twice, and served with a house special seasoning — this goes darn well with beer! If meat is your love language, then the Hunan Style Wok-Fried Pork with Green Chillies (S$22) is right up your alley. The Crunchy Chicken Cartilage with Long Beans (S$26) is prepared in the same way as 'la zi ji''. It wasn't overly spicy or numbing. And that addictive crunch? Let's just say I couldn't stop popping pieces like they were spicy popcorn. For something that's light yet packed full of flavour, the Cabbage and Egg Vermicelli (S$20) is a great option and comes served in a cute claypot. To wind down even further, treat yourself to one of their sophisticated cocktails — like the Melon Sour (S$24). It's a stellar blend of vodka, Midori, melon and lime that glides down with ease. It was so good, I practically mourned the last drop. Final thoughts Whether your vibe is sunlit brunches or late-night bops, Home Singapore has you covered from AM to PM. For the month of July and August, Home Dusk will be gifting a reservation-exclusive promo where customers can receive a tantalising plate of Soy Marinated Clams with Sichuan Pepper Oil 麻辣捞汁蛤蜊. To be eligible, simply book a table via Chope using promo code: HOMECLAMS — it's that simple! * This post was brought to you in partnership with Home Singapore. 12 best authentic old-school pubs & bars in Singapore to chill the night away The post Home Singapore: Brunch cafe by day, livehouse serving Hunan-style dishes by night appeared first on
South China Morning Post
16-07-2025
- South China Morning Post
Singapore jails Indian student for pushing drunk man into river who later died
A man was sentenced to just under three years' jail on Wednesday for pushing a drunk man, who fell into the Singapore River and drowned. Advertisement Legha Pawan, a 22-year-old Indian national, was given 35 months' jail. He pleaded guilty to one count of voluntarily causing hurt to Jasbir Singh, 33, where the hurt caused turned out to be grievous hurt in the form of death. The charge had been downgraded from an earlier charge of causing death by a rash act. A second charge was taken into consideration. The court heard that Legha, a student, lived in Woodlands with several housemates. Advertisement On the evening of June 30 last year, Legha and his housemates left their flat for an evening out at Clarke Quay.
Malay Mail
16-07-2025
- Malay Mail
Student jailed nearly three years for fatal push that sent drunk stranger into Singapore River
SINGAPORE, July 16 — A 22-year-old student was sentenced to 35 months' jail today for pushing a heavily intoxicated man into the Singapore River, leading to the man's death by drowning. According to Channel News Asia (CNA), Legha Pawan, an Indian national, pleaded guilty to one count of voluntarily causing hurt to 33-year-old Jasbir Singh, where the injury ultimately led to the victim's death. The charge had been reduced from an earlier charge of causing death by a rash act. A second charge was taken into consideration. The court heard that on the night of June 30, 2024, Legha had gone out drinking with several housemates in Clarke Quay. The group consumed alcohol near the riverside close to the Paradox Singapore Merchant Court Hotel. Legha drank two cans of beer and got into a brief scuffle before the group dispersed. Around 10.10pm, Jasbir Singh, a construction worker, was walking alone along the riverbank. He had been drinking heavily after his mother's death two to three months earlier. Legha, who returned to the scene alone around 10.30pm, approached Singh, who was swaying and hugging a lamp post. The two were not acquainted. Eyewitnesses saw Legha speak quietly to Singh before suddenly pushing him in the chest. Singh, who had his back to the river, stumbled backwards, rolled down the steps and into the water. A couple nearby witnessed the incident and called the police. Legha fled the scene. The Singapore Civil Defence Force's Disaster Assistance Rescue Team launched a search. Singh's body was found around 2am on July 1, 2024. An autopsy confirmed drowning as the cause of death, with visible injuries on his neck and head. Toxicology results showed high alcohol content in his blood. After the incident, Legha removed his shirt to avoid detection, contacted a housemate to retrieve his backpack, and returned home only at 8am, when he was arrested. Legha claimed Singh had grabbed his bangle and insulted his mother, but police found no evidence. CNA reported prosecutor Jheong Siew Yin as saying Legha was aware the victim was intoxicated and that 'it was reasonably foreseeable that the push would cause grievous hurt.' She highlighted aggravating factors, including Legha's intoxication, the unprovoked push, and his failure to help. Defence lawyer Simran Kaur Sandhu sought 30 months' jail, arguing that both men were drunk and that no weapon was used. She described the shove as 'a generic push.' Legha could have been jailed for up to five years, fined up to S$10,000 (RM33,000), or both.
CNA
16-07-2025
- CNA
Man gets jail for pushing drunk stranger into Singapore River; victim later found dead
SINGAPORE: A man was sentenced to just under three years' jail on Wednesday (Jul 16) for pushing a drunk man, who fell into the Singapore River and drowned. Legha Pawan, a 22-year-old Indian national, was given 35 months' jail. He pleaded guilty to one count of voluntarily causing hurt to Jasbir Singh, 33, where the hurt caused turned out to be grievous hurt in the form of death. The charge had been downgraded from an earlier charge of causing death by a rash act. A second charge was taken into consideration. The court heard that Legha, a student, lived in Woodlands with several housemates. On the evening of Jun 30 last year, Legha and his housemates left their flat for an evening out at Clarke Quay. They bought six cans of beer, some cigarettes and snacks and sat down at the steps near the riverside, in the vicinity of Paradox Singapore Merchant Court Hotel and Clarke Quay Central mall. They spent the next few hours chatting and consuming alcohol, with Legha drinking two cans of beer. They were joined by other acquaintances along the way. Sometime before 10pm, an argument broke out among Legha's friends. An intoxicated Legha pulled the hair of one of his friends and was pulled away by another friend to prevent any escalation of the situation. The group then dispersed. Meanwhile, the victim was walking along the riverbank around 10.10pm. Mr Singh, a construction worker, was married and had two young children back in India who depended on him financially. He had begun drinking heavily about two or three months before the incident, after his mother died. He was not acquainted with Legha, and he stopped and hugged a lamp post near the area where Legha had been spending time with his friends. At about 10.30pm, Legha returned to the spot alone and approached Mr Singh. This immediately drew the attention of a couple nearby, who were wary of Legha after recognising him from the earlier disturbance. Initially, Legha spoke quietly to Mr Singh and made no body contact. Mr Singh stood near the edge of the river bank, with his back to the river. Legha knew that Mr Singh was very intoxicated, the court heard. Suddenly, for no apparent reason, Legha pushed Mr Singh on his chest with both hands. Mr Singh fell backwards, rolled down the steps and fell into the Singapore River. Witnessing this, the nearby couple shouted. Mr Singh quickly became submerged in the water and did not resurface. The couple alerted the police, while Legha left the scene. The Singapore Civil Defence Force Disaster Assistance Rescue Team (DART) went down to the scene and assembled a diving team, which took turns canvassing the waters for periods of 30 to 45 minutes each. Initially, there was no sign of Mr Singh, save for a single white slipper that belonged to him. His body was found on the riverbed only at around 2am on Jul 1, 2024. He was pronounced dead soon after. An autopsy determined his cause of death to be drowning, and external injuries including a bruise to the back of his neck and a laceration on the back of his head were found. A toxicology report found an amount of ethanol in Mr Singh's blood which was indicative of a high level of intoxication, the court heard. After pushing Mr Singh, Legha removed his shirt to avoid police detection and took a train back to his home, where he called his unwitting housemate to meet him with his backpack at a different block. He did this intending to evade arrest, the court heard. Legha returned to his flat only at around 8am on Jul 1, 2024 and was promptly arrested. During investigations, he claimed that it was Mr Singh who first grabbed his bangle and damaged it. He claimed that he managed to free both his hands only after a short struggle, and got upset when Mr Singh used vulgarities against his mother. However, police investigations revealed no objective evidence supporting his claim. The prosecution said Legha knew that the victim was intoxicated. It was "reasonably foreseeable" that the push would cause grievous hurt, said Deputy Public Prosecutor Jheong Siew Yin. She pointed out aggravating factors, including the fact that Legha was intoxicated, his act was unprovoked, and that he fled the scene without helping the victim. Defence lawyer Simran Kaur Sandhu sought 30 months' jail instead, saying both her client and the deceased were intoxicated. She highlighted that no weapon was used, and the push was "a generic push" not intended to target vulnerable points.
Independent Singapore
28-05-2025
- General
- Independent Singapore
Body of 65-year-old found floating in Singapore River, police do not suspect foul play
Photo: Google Maps SINGAPORE: A man's body was found floating in the Singapore River on Tuesday morning (27 May). The police have since confirmed the identity of the man and revealed that the deceased was a 65-year-old senior citizen. The police said that they received a call for assistance at around 11:20 in the morning. Emergency services personnel recovered the body from the river, and Singapore Civil Defence Force paramedics confirmed that the man was dead. Based on a preliminary investigation, the police have ruled out foul play. Investigations are ongoing. Incidentally, this is the third case of senior citizens passing away in unnatural circumstances in just a week. On May 20, a 63-year-old was found dead at the foot of Block 76 Telok Blangah Drive. The man was found lying motionless at the foot of the block around 10 p.m. and was pronounced dead at the scene. On May 25, a 63-year-old woman passed away after falling from a block at Yishun Ring Road. The incident took place in the morning, around 10:30 a.m. The police said that their preliminary investigations do not indicate foul play in both cases. If you or someone you know is struggling with emotional or mental health issues, help is available. Mental health helplines Institute of Mental Health's Mental Health Helpline: 6389-2222 (24 hours) Samaritans of Singapore: 1-767 (24 hours) / 9151-1767 (24-hour CareText via WhatsApp) Singapore Association for Mental Health: 1800-283-7019 Silver Ribbon Singapore: 6386-1928 Tinkle Friend (for children): 1800-274-4788 Chat, Centre of Excellence for Youth Mental Health: 6493-6500/1 Women's Helpline (Aware): 1800-777-5555 (weekdays, 10 a.m to 6 p.m.) Counselling helplines Touchline (Counselling): 1800-377-2252 Touch Care Line (for caregivers): 6804-6555 Care Corner Counselling Centre: 6353-1180 Counselling and Care Centre: 6536-6366 We Care Community Services: 3165-8017 Online resources If you are in distress or know someone who needs support, do not hesitate to reach out. You are not alone.
