Marcus Tan

A charming corner bistro framed in bold red window trim and dark blue awnings glows with warm interior lighting on a quiet city street. Large planter boxes with lush pink hydrangeas decorate the sidewalk in front of the glass facade, near a "Grove St" street sign and black lamppost.

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One More Block

Marcus Tan October 15, 2026

An eye-level, angled shot features a colorful string of Japanese banners adorned with kanji and festive illustrations hanging below a wooden bar structure. The shelf above is warmly lit from underneath, highlighting a collection of sake bottles neatly lined up in the background.

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Izakaya Hikari Review: A Quiet Find Inside Fortune Centre

Marcus Tan September 29, 2026

A small floral bowl rests on a folded cloth atop a wooden table, bathed in soft, warm sunlight. In the background, a beige upholstered dining chair and a tall indoor plant stand against a muted wall in a quiet corner.

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The Corner I Never Looked At Twice

Marcus Tan September 17, 2026

A wide-angle, eye-level indoor shot captures the nostalgic, vintage interior of an American diner or barbecue restaurant, representing the file "1-Past the Last Familiar Turn.webp". In the foreground on the left, a large wooden display cabinet stands out with glowing red accent panels, displaying rows of sauce bottles and "SOUVENIRS" labeling. Atop the cabinet sits an illuminated retro marquee sign that reads, "ENJOY OUR STRAWBERRY BANANA PUDDING." Extending into the background, a series of classic red leather booths are arranged under a row of hanging milk-glass pendant lights, while a small metal pig statue rests on a partition wall. The restaurant features an open ceiling structure with industrial beams, ceiling fans, and stacked frosted glass light fixtures on the right, creating a warm, moody, and dimly lit dining atmosphere.

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Past the Last Familiar Turn

Marcus Tan July 30, 2026

A high-angle, close-up shot captures a vibrant plate of Japanese chicken or pork katsu curry, representing the file "1-A First-Timer’s Guide to Japanese Curry in Singapore.webp". Served in a shallow white ceramic bowl on a light-colored wooden table, a golden-brown, crispy deep-fried cutlet is sliced and angled across a bed of white rice. The right side of the plate is filled with a rich, glossy brown curry sauce containing small chunks of carrots, while the left side features a colorful assortment of side dishes, including a mound of bright orange shredded carrots, a small bundle of cooked green leafy vegetables, and a spoonful of yellowish pickled radish, creating a wholesome and appealing meal presentation.

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A First-Timer’s Guide to Japanese Curry in Singapore: What Makes It Thick, Comforting, and Different

Marcus Tan July 21, 2026

A straight-on, eye-level shot captures the charming and weathered storefront of a Chinese takeaway restaurant, representing the file "1-The Longer Way Home.webp". On the left, a white residential-style front door marked with the number "20" sits next to a large display window framed in white trim. The shop features bright red accents on the lower brickwork and left wall, adorned with large yellow Chinese characters, which are mirrored in red script on the white signboards above alongside the English name "GOOD FOOD HOUSE" and a phone number. The large glass window reveals a prominent yellow sign reading "CHINESE MEALS TO TAKE AWAY," an extensive printed menu, a small "CLOSED" sign dangling in the corner, and a glimpse of a dark green trash bin parked on the sidewalk to the far right, evoking a quiet, nostalgic street corner scene.

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The Longer Way Home

Marcus Tan July 2, 2026

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Cuppage Plaza Singapore: A Quiet Food Landmark Along Orchard Road

Marcus Tan June 9, 2026

A bustling night market stall with red lanterns above. A vendor leans forward, handing an item to a customer, as another person stands nearby, creating a lively atmosphere.

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Where the Path Softens

Marcus Tan May 28, 2026

Colorful Japanese-themed vending machines and magazine dispensers inside UME SAN 100 in Singapore featuring drinks, snacks, and manga-style displays in a modern indoor space

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Ume San 100: Unlocking the Secret Umeshu Haven at Fortune Centre

Marcus Tan May 19, 2026

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How Maxwell Food Centre Singapore Became a Hub for Hidden Eats

Marcus Tan May 12, 2026