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Exploring Katong: From Iconic Laksa to Vintage Finds (BONUS! POP Bakery)

Date of Visit: 19 September 2026 A weekend date with your partner doesn’t always require an expensive meals, an overpriced plane ticket or an elaborate itinerary. Sometimes, the best trips are right in our own backyard that blends in rich local flavors, a walk down memory lane, and a relaxed afternoon exploring historic neighborhoods. If you're looking for a perfect day trip in Singapore, here is how we spent a meaningful weekend re-exploring the charm, nostalgia, and hidden gems of Katong and Marine Parade. My hubby will be the storyteller for the day. Nostalgic Detour: Roxy Square Address: 50 East Coast Rd Singapore 428769 Nearest MRT: Marine Parade (TEL) We kicked off our day with Roxy Square . Built on the historic site of the old Roxy Theatre, this spot retains a quiet retro charm. Wandering through its classic tailor shops, traditional beauty salons, and quiet music nooks felt like stepping into another era; a true hidden gem for anyone who appreciates the quieter side of her...

Coffee

At coffeeshops, hawker centres or anywhere (except restaurants/cafes), how do you normally order your coffees? Yup I know you just tell the drink stall seller what you want but how do you tell them when you want a coffee with sugar only and/or etc...? Kopi-O? Kopi-C?

I search online on all these terms and finally know the meanings. Because I seldom drink coffee. The most I drink it at Starbucks or Coffeebean. And I always don't understand what those terms mean whenever I hear from my surrounding friends who ordered their drinks (coffee). I never ask anyone, even my guy because I don't drink them. But now, I asked and wanted to know so I do a search. Now I want to share with you peeps out there. Call me a dummy! I admit. Happily admitted I'm a dummy with coffee. So now, I must learn and also appreciate coffee.  That's my first step in Asking.
  • Kopi - Coffee with condensed milk
  • Kopi O - Black coffee with sugar but no milk
  • Kopi C - Coffee with evaporated milk and sugar
  • Kopi Gau - Coffee (Strong brew)
  • Kopi Po - Coffee (Weak brew)
  • Kopi C Kosong - Coffee with evaporated milk and no sugar
  • Kopi O Kosong - Black coffee without sugar or milk
  • Kopi O Kosong Gau - Strong brew coffee without sugar or milk
  • Kopi Bing/Kopi Ice - Coffee with milk, sugar and ice
  • Kopi Xiu dai - Coffee with less sugar
  • Kopi Gah dai - Coffee with extra sweetened milk
  • Kopi Di Lo - All coffee, no water (????)
So u understand what is all this about? Ya... This is how we call it in Singapore. Not sure about other countries but just knew it for Singapore will do. And also the pronunciation, I can't describe to u cos I'm a dummy! 

If you asked me, I will prefer to take Kopi O or Kopi O Kosong. Like when I drink tea (maybe Lipton), I just add sugar. It tastes good enough for me.

Right, that's a dummy teaching the humans out there about coffee... The local terms of calling it and their meaning. Try it...

Also... I'm gonna start my very own giveaway soon. Stay tune!

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