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Drop in to the Unlisted Collection’s Wanderlust Hotel for some innovative French cuisine at

( where alpine herbs bring a unique touch to the signature pork belly and smoked mackerel. Or head to family-run (

which serves traditiona­l Singapore breakfasts during the day—think softboiled eggs, and kaya toast—and turns into a bar at night. Still hungry? Grab some Nyonya-inspired desserts at ( UBI STATION This largely industrial area is a playground for those seeking out chic, unusual homeware. A must-visit is (

which offers a beguiling mix of vintage and modern furniture. The showroom also has a selection of local brands including Meykrs and Wheniwasfo­ur, which present a tongue-in-cheek look at Singapore life through cushions shaped as pastries, socks printed with Singlish expression­s, and oldschool posters. For Indian antiques, schedule an appointmen­t at (

where the intricatel­y carved wooden panels, colonial-era furnishing­s, and Indo-Portuguese bronze vases will transport you to another time. BEDOK RESERVOIR STATION This stop is within striking distance of Bedok Reservoir Park, which rings its 88-hectare namesake reservoir. There’s a network of jogging and walking paths to get your heart rate up, though you can also rent a bike or opt for water sports like kayaking and sailing. Not to be missed, the

( aerial obstacle course around the park underwent a full revamp last year, with the addition of a 300-meter-long zipline above the water. An easy bike ride or a half-hour stroll on the far side of the reservoir, (

has a menu of East-West dishes such as seafood pasta in a tom yum sauce, and freshly baked waffles topped with honey barbecue pulled pork, salad, and scrambled egg. A 15-minute walk from the station in the opposite direction to the park,

is worth a detour for its minced pork noodles ( radish cakes, and barbecue chicken wings.

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