Renew your vigour for the second half of the year – we’ve got suggestions for a weekend of scrumptious food hunts and creative activities, just for you.

No one can deny the wonders of a good cup of coffee to start your morning, and bonus points if it’s affordable and accessible. Generation Coffee checks all these boxes. With multiple locations across Singapore’s hawker centres, even in the CBD, it’s now easier to get your caffeine fix with a Kopi O, an Iced Latte, or anything in-between. Because their coffee is always made from freshly pulled espresso shots, every serving is guaranteed to perk up your day.

📍 Address: 6 Tanjong Pagar Plaza, #02-24, Tanjong Pagar Plaza Market & Food Centre, Singapore 081006. See other outlets
⏰ Opening hours: Mon to Sat, 7.30am – 2.45pm
🍴 Halal status: Not halal
🌐 Website: generationcoffee.sg

Northeasties, rejoice! Serangoon has welcomed another new cafe, Oddity. This cosy pet-friendly cafe serves Japanese-Korean fusion dishes and artisanal ice cream from Oddballs Ice Cream. It’s a truly quirky cafe, even down to the item names. ‘Miso Sexy’ is one that gave us the giggles. And before you ask, it’s a Capellini pasta smothered in thick and rich Miso-Sesame sauce – a delightful dish that’s sure to make your day a whole lot tastier.

📍 Address: 730 Upper Serangoon Road, #01-01A Yeley Building, Singapore 534613
⏰ Opening hours: Tue to Fri, 11am – 11pm | Sat and Sun 9am – 11pm
🍴 Halal status: Not halal
🌐 Website: instagram.com/oddity.cafe

Pause for a moment at On Pause, a charming cafe bathed in natural light. It’s an ideal spot to relax and enjoy brunch with your loved ones. Indulge in their Prawn & Guac Tartine, a savoury blend of sustenance for a satisfying meal. If you’ve brought your fur babies out to this pet-friendly cafe, don’t let them feel left out. On Pause also carries gourmet pet treats from Four Paws Pantry – so you may treat the goodest boys and girls with exciting snacks like Strawberry Gummies.

📍 Address: 37 Lowland Road, Singapore 547440
⏰ Opening hours: Mon, Wed to Fri, 11am – 9pm | Sat and Sun, 9am – 9pm
📞 Contact: 8280 2377
🍴 Halal status: Not halal
🌐 Website: instagram.com/cafe.onpause

Art jamming sessions are trending, and Sage Artelier does an amazing job at facilitating them. From sneaker painting sessions to making your own ceramic piggy bank, there’s a wide range of activities for a creative weekend with the fam. They even have guided sessions for those who prefer a little more structure.

📍 Address: 6 Sin Ming Road, Sin Ming Plaza Tower 2, #01-16, Singapore 575585
⏰ Opening hours: Tue to Fri, 2pm – 7pm | Sat and Sun, 10am – 7pm
📞 Contact: 9728 3262
🌐 Website: sageartelier.com

Making pottery in a hidden backyard garden at Tiong Bahru is the ultimate zen activity for the weekend. If you’ve never touched clay before, fret not – for you’ll be meticulously guided by Emily Moh, who has over a decade of experience. Best of all, you’ll get to bring home the fruit of your labour, whether it’s a mug, a slab plate, and a coiling vessel.

📍 Address: 27 Lim Liak Street, #01-34, Singapore 160027
⏰ Opening hours: Various timings
📞 Contact: 9833 6133
🌐 Website: tiongbahrupottery.com

Wanna try tufting? We recommend Hueplay Studio. Unleash your creativity on a unique canvas, combining texture and yarn to bring your wildest imagination to life. If big canvases look a little too ‘tuft’gh for you, explore their punch needle kit workshops for a smaller, more accessible way to create something truly yours.

📍 Address: 181 Orchard Road, #04-07, Singapore 238896
⏰ Opening hours: 11am – 9pm daily
📞 Contact: 9248 2808
🌐 Website: hueplaystudio.com

Tingkats have become a rare sight in Singapore, but this cultural icon is definitely worth reviving. Immerse yourself in the traditional Nyonya craft and customise your own Tingkat to bring home. The best part? You can flex your flair for painting while saving the environment as you use this Tingkat to dabao (take away) food.

📍 Address: 7500A Beach Road, #B1-302, The Plaza, Singapore 199591
⏰ Opening hours: 10am – 10pm daily (by appointment only)
🌐 Website: peilincrafts.com