City Nomads

16/07/2026

P. Ramlee's music is back at WILD RICE this August, reimagined as a three-movement orchestral suite. Julian Wong's arranged the classics, a 30-member orchestra performs them live, and the whole thing's framed as a conversation with P. Ramlee himself. It's at The Ngee Ann Kongsi Theatre from 13 to 30 August. If you grew up hearing these songs at home, this might be the first time you hear them like this. Which P. Ramlee track do you think works best with a full orchestra?

Tunggu Sekejap: The P. Ramlee Suite returns to Wild Rice this August, reworking P. Ramlee's music into a three-movement orchestral tribute

13/07/2026

Looking for the best fine dining restaurants in Singapore? From Michelin-starred Cantonese dim sum to modern Japanese-Korean fusion and whisky-paired izakaya, we've rounded up standouts across budgets and cuisines. Whether you're after a special celebration or just a meal worth remembering, here's where to book. Which one are you trying first? https://citynomads.com/where-to-find-the-best-fine-dining-restaurants-in-singapore-right-now/

Discover Singapore's best fine dining restaurants, from Cantonese classics to modern Korean steakhouses, Turkish grills and Michelin-starred spots.

11/07/2026

67 Pall Mall is opening its first mainland China wine club this December in Shanghai's Xuhui District. The location? A French Renaissance villa at No. 7 Donghu Road that once hosted Nixon and Zhou Enlai. Over 5,000 wines, including a 1,000-label Chinese cellar. Membership's capped at 1,500. Annual rate starts at 38,000 RMB.

Would you join a wine club like this?

67 Pall Mall opens its first mainland China club in Shanghai this December, inside a century-old mansion with 5,000+ wines on offer.

10/07/2026

Best theatre companies in Singapore, from indie stalwarts to crowd-pleasing productions. Wild Rice's home at Funan has a 358-seat thrust stage that puts every seat close to the action. The Theatre Practice has been producing bilingual work since 1965. Checkpoint Theatre champions original Singapore writing. Which company have you seen live, or which one's next on your list?

Discover the best theatre companies in Singapore, from Wild Rice to Pangdemonium, SRT and more. Your guide to the local theatre scene.

09/07/2026

Nine in ten people in Hong Kong get around by public transport and you can feel it. 60 seconds, one city: the harbour that gave Hong Kong its name, night markets with lucky goldfish and the Giant Buddha sitting above the chaos on Lantau.

History, food, and a skyline that out-towers every other city on the planet.

Bookmark this before your next Hong Kong trip.

08/07/2026

Ever wondered what it'd take to start learning Bharatanatyam or Carnatic music from scratch? SIFAS is answering that question directly this July. Their annual Open House lands on 18 and 19 July at the Society's brand new Middle Road campus, and it's built for beginners as much as anyone else. Expect introductory sessions across dance, music and visual arts, live performances each evening, and enough variety that you can just wander and see what clicks.

New registrants walk away with a S$100 fee waiver and a goodie bag, and there's a lucky draw each evening too.

It's free to attend, but you'll need to register ahead.

Full details here:

SIFAS Open House 2026 opens its new Middle Road campus this July with free workshops, performances and sign-up promotions for new students.

06/07/2026

Singapore's ice cream scene has never had more going on. From Korean tofu gelato drawing queues at Mandarin Gallery to botanical flavours you won't find anywhere else, these are the spots worth lining up for. We've rounded up the best ice cream and gelato across the island, from Hokkaido soft serve to house-roasted nut obsessions.

From Korean tofu gelato to Hokkaido soft serve, here are the best ice cream and gelato shops in Singapore.

03/07/2026

The Singapore Garden Festival is back for its 10th edition from 4 to 12 July at Gardens by the Bay. Eight past Best of Show winners return to compete for a new Pinnacle Award, alongside live floral championships and two orchid showcases. Tickets from S$8 for residents.

Get the full programme and ticket details here:

The Singapore Garden Festival returns to Gardens by the Bay, 4–12 July 2026, with show gardens, live floral competitions, and orchid displays.