Secrets Of Serangoon Gardens

One of Singapore's oldest estates with colonial roots dating back to the early twenties, Serangoon Gardens was the former home to the British Army - where the Royal Air Force Chia Keng Camp is at. It has now blossomed into a thriving enclave with popular icons like Chomp Chomp Food Centre and R.K. Eating house. Victoria Lim trawls the streets and discovers lesser known gems.

MAJU AVENUE

It may be small but they have it all – from a supermarket, cafés, hair salons, to the occasional outdoor movie screenings.

DAILY JUICE

There are over 10 different coldpressed concoctions for your juice fix. Try the Matcha-Do ($6), a combination of matcha, alkaline water, dates, Himalayan pink salt and vanilla essence; the scrumptious Apple Pie ($4); and Beranged ($5.50), using beetroot and oranges. Sandwiched between a cafe and an eyewear shop on level one of myVillage, Daily Juice also sells a plethora of retro sweets and snacks t. #01-08, myVillage, 1 Maju Avenue. Tel: [phone]

SIMPLE BURGER

This new joint is for those who like to choose what goes inside their burger. First, choose between chicken ($8), pork ($9), beef ($9) and natural beef ($11) patties; every order comes with a slice of cheese melted over the meat. Then pick the add-ons ($1 each): bacon, fried egg, extra cheese, sautéed or crispy onions, or sautéed mushrooms. Proceed to the salad counter, and choose the free toppings such as chopped iceberg lettuce, sliced tomatoes, onions and pickles. #B1-21/22, myVillage, 1 Maju Avenue. Tel: [phone]

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