Tanuki Raw
This bar delivers a simple, classic rendition of the oyster shooter—the drink consists of a raw oyster and vodka, topped with cocktail sauce for that added zing. $10 

Oyster Bar
Shooters come in five flavors here, which is good news for people who don’t particularly like oysters. Our favorites are Bloody Mary and the Limoncello Balsamico—though if you want one with kick, go for the turmeric and chilli padi-enhanced Infernal Kiss.

Hooters
Tiger beer is used instead of the usual vodka, giving the Hooters Shooter a local twist. It’s served with the customary oyster, lemon wedge, cocktail sauce and Tabasco sauce, as well as a pinch of horseradish that packs a mighty punch. $6.90

L’Aiglon
Inspired by owner Pierre-Emmanuel Plassart’s travels, this new upscale 76-seater exemplifies Parisian chic, with Asian accents such as Chinese lanterns. The menu features American-style dishes like the Pep’s chicken mini burger ($14) and fusion plates such as the obsiblue tartare with ginger flower and lime caviar ($16). Drinks-wise, expect premium tipples with hefty price tags. Rare Champagne offerings include Veuve Clicquot Brut Rosé Cuveé La Grande Dame ($5,000), while signature cocktails, by mixologist Louis Tan, include At World’s End ($20), comprising applejack, lemon juice, chai tea syrup, egg yolk and lime powder.

Mars Bar
This pop-up bar (here till the end of the year) by the folks behind event bartending company Mixes from Mars looks like a boutique hotel lobby, with large coffee tables, plush chairs, and art sculptures. What’s really special is the creative “mod Sin” cocktail menu. Offerings include the Chilli Crab Cocktail ($22)—kaffir lime leaves, lemongrass reduction, chilli crab paste, orgeat syrup, Malibu and Tanqueray gin, or for something a little safer, try the creamy Milo from Mars ($20), with vanilla ice cream, butterscotch Schnapps, Mozart chocolate bitters, applejack and good old Milo.

Scoop
This journalists’ bar, inspired by foreign correspondent clubs, is targeted at the media industry, though non-media types are also welcome. The interior features newsprint walls and photographs of media personalities, as well as two TVs broadcasting the latest scoop. There’s even a small lounge for conducting interviews. The American-style food menu includes mac and cheese ($12) and handmade pizzas ($20). Cocktails like the raspberry and passionfruit Pornstar Martini ($22) are to be had, alongside wine, beer and shooters (from $10). Media professionals get to enjoy 1-for-1 drinks every Wednesday.

Weightlifting

Solitude of Strength

The buzz: This underground gym caters to powerlifters, Olympic weightlifters and crossfitters.
What it offers: The gym is essentially a warehouse—don’t expect fancy lights or air-conditioning. With Olympic bars and weight plates littering the space, it’s every serious weightlifter’s dream. To switch-up your training routine, try out the battle ropes, prowlers and giant tyres. According to owner Lewis Chua, Solitude of Strength is a community of “strength enthusiasts”, where patrons can exchange training tips.
How much: Entry passes are $10 a pop, so it’s more economical to sign up for a monthly pass at $100. Senior national athletes get to train for half the price.

Martial Arts

Trifecta Martial Arts

The buzz: This Taekwondo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gym conducts age and skill specific classes to ensure everyone learns at their ideal pace.
What it offers: The spacious gym is sleek, modern and temperature-controlled, with multiple Taekwondo and BJJ training areas. Various sessions are conducted daily, from beginners’ classes to more advanced ones for competition. Class sizes are intimate and the instructors are friendly.
How much: Sign up for day passes (from $50) or monthly membership (from $255)—rates that are lower than most other martial arts gyms in town.

Pilates

Momentum Studio

The buzz: The only boutique studio in Singapore to apply Pilates techniques to functional training.
What if offers: This small studio space is polished, yet homely. The star is without doubt the Total Gym Incline GRAVITYSystem, a training machine that harnesses your body weight as resistance, as you lie on an adjustable, inclined rolling glide board, while executing moves such as pull ups and squats. Most of the studio’s programmes revolve around this piece of kit. Classes have no more than six participants, so there’s plenty of student-trainer interaction.
How much: The starter package for first-time customers starts from $200 for 4 sessions. Customers can sign up for group ($250 for five) or private ($1100 for 10) sessions thereafter.

Indoor Surfing

Surfset Fitness

The buzz: Singapore’s first Surfset studio enables you to mimic a surf workout, without getting wet.
What it offers: The studio is compact with cool, surf-inspired wall motifs to help you find your element. Each 45-minute class is conducted on custom-made unstable surf boards, and combines elements of balance, aerobic exercise and core training. Try the beginner-level Balance class, or torch some calories at the Sweat class, which includes high-intensity intervals. Whatever you pick, you’re in for a total body toning workout.
How much: A single class costs $35, while a package of five costs $165—cheaper than flying to Bali.

Now there's no excuse not to work out, with even more fitness spaces popping up across the island. 

Extreme Sailing Series 2014 Feb 21-23

It won't be all smooth sailing at this race, as some of the world's best teams will be fighting it out on the waters of Marina Bay Reservoir to emerge tops. 

HSBC Women's Champions 2014 Feb 27-Mar 2

You'll get to see some of the top names in women's golf, such as Suzann Petterson and Lydia Ko, battle it out for the whopping US$1.4milliion prize purse. 

KeepFit! 2014—Lights Edition Mar 1

Participants at this two-hour long session of Zumba and Sh'Bam will be decorating their faces and bodies with glow-in-the-dark paint—it'll look just like a scene out of an early 90s rave video. 

Men's Health Urbanathlon 2014 Mar 2

Watch disheveled urban warriors leap, dodge and crawl through various obstacles at this 14+km long race. It's almost like a Singaporean version of Wipeout, albeit slightly tamer.

Mission Foods Beach Netball Festival Mar 2

There'll be sun, surf, sand, and hot beach bods (or so we hope) at this netball festival...what's there not to like? 

Malaysia Super League 2014: LionsXII vs Kelantan FA Mar 8

It's high time that we show some support for our country's own soccer players, instead of always pledging our allegiance to the likes of Man U and Barcelona.

Altitude Gym

Take your fitness level up a notch at this dedicated altitude training facility, which is the first of its kind in Singapore. 

Anytime Fitness

This 24/7 neighborhood gym lets patrons work out at literally anytime of the day. 

Bikram Yoga Katong

Get your yoga fix at this new Bikram Yoga studio, helmed by instructors Maria and Jez. 

Fitness First Platinum, Market Street

This two-storey, 21,000 sq. ft. Fitness First branch offers a well-equipped gym area, a Mind and Body studio, and over 90 group exercise classes. 

Fitness First Platinum, Westgate

Westies rejoice: Fitness First has opened a 22,600 sq. ft. branch at Westgate Mall, with gorgeous floor to ceiling windows, and a swimming pool with a landscaped deck. 

Radiance PhysioFit

This boutique space, located in the heart of the Central Business District, is the first ever gym to combine both training and physiotherapy facilities.