Ally Sy

Close-up angle of honey paprika crispy chicken wings in a ceramic bowl on a wooden table, representing casual dining and self-taught food appreciation.

Growing Up Without ‘Foodie Parents’ – And How I Taught Myself Taste

I sat by the window at Lola’s Cafe in Holland

Ally Sy May 12, 2026

Low-angle close-up of eggs Benedict with poached eggs, crispy bacon, and hollandaise sauce on toasted bread, served with two cups of coffee on a sunlit wooden café table.

Best Hangover Brunch in Singapore: Coffee, Carbs, and “I’m Never Drinking Again” Comfort Food

I have spent the last three years exploring the Singapore’s

Ally Sy May 7, 2026

Overhead close-up shot of hands holding a smartphone and photographing cups of coffee and a dessert on a round café table near a window.

When Eating Out Becomes Work

I sat at the tasting counter at Cloudstreet on Amoy

Ally Sy May 5, 2026

Eye-level close-up shot of a warmly lit restaurant table set with a ceramic plate, neatly placed cutlery on a napkin, wine glass, water glass, candlelight, and printed menu, creating an intimate fine‑dining atmosphere.

The First Time I Felt Intimidated by a Restaurant

I remember sitting at the counter at Le Bon Funk

Ally Sy April 28, 2026

Wide frontal shot of a person sitting alone at a café booth with a cup on the table, surrounded by purple upholstered seating, marble tables, hanging pendant lights, and circular wall mirrors in a dimly lit interior.

Why Sitting Alone in a Café Feels Different at Night

There’s a certain kind of awareness that comes with sitting

Ally Sy April 25, 2026

Eye‑level wide‑angle shot of Atlas Bar Singapore showcasing its grand Art Deco interior, towering backlit gin shelves, ornate gold detailing, and guests seated across the main bar and dining area.

Atlas Bar Singapore: The Gin Menu That Turns “One Drink” Into a Whole Night at Atlas Bar

I visited Atlas Bar on a rainy Thursday around 6:30

Ally Sy April 16, 2026

Top-down, slightly angled view of hands sharing bar snacks including tortilla chips, pretzels, pistachios, and dipping sauce on a small table with frosty mugs of beer, highlighting casual bar food perfect for drinking.

What to Eat at Bars in Singapore: Bar Snacks vs Proper Plates, and How to Build a Real Meal

I thought bar food would be enough. I was completely

Ally Sy April 9, 2026

Eye-level medium shot of a bartender crafting cocktails behind a marble bar counter, surrounded by backlit spirits and eclectic décor at a trendy Singapore cocktail bar.

Best Bars in Singapore: 5 Trendy Spots for Cocktails, Bar Bites, and After-Work Drinks

Over the past three years, I have made it my

Ally Sy April 8, 2026

Straight-on close-up shot of a well-stocked back bar in Singapore, featuring rows of premium liquor bottles and glassware under warm accent lighting.

Singapore Bars: The Small Details That Make a Night Feel Expensive (Even When It Isn’t)

I still remember the first time I completely blew my

Ally Sy April 8, 2026