I know its Monday but who says we can't look forward to the Weekend!
In the spirit of true hedonistic indulge-lism, Unker Muffy has lined up some c
hi-chi places to chill out you might want to bring your Significant Other(s) to. Don't keep going back to Orchard and Suntec lah, So Unglam!
And after chillin', when the mood is set, you can adjourn to his/her place for coffee and sex...;) Sounds good? You betcha!
Samar Cafe - 60 Kandahar Street 
This charming cafe excites with its true metropolitan Arabic experience. You might also be forgiven for thinking you are in Casablanca. 'Samar' means 'conversations at night' but actually you can chat till morning cos its open 24 hours. Go al fresco or lunch inside on cushioned seats as you partake communally from large plates, the spicy assortment of roasted meats, rice and aromatic salads. Finish with a cup of fresh mint tea and languid puffs from your shisha. Samar literally shines at night when the lit lamps cast intricate and alluring shadows on the egyptian artwork. Simply magical!
Good if you're dating a hot belly dancer! :))
Corduroy and Finch - 779, Bukit Timah Road
At first, I thought this place sold clothing! Sounds so Brit-atas. C & F is actually a cosmo-trendy deli-cafe with a floor-to-ceiling 'library' of gourmet food and a deli stocked with lots of stuff like muffins,
pate and meats. Further in, you can have a peek at the busy kitchen crew through a glass larder while seated on comfy chairs, clad in Corduroy of course! The cosy living-lounge upstairs is so kewl for relaxing with freshly-brewed coffee and browsing through the book and mag collection.
Try the Mediterranean platter or Hungarian Goulash. I hear the Tenderloin is excellent too.
Ember at Hotel 1929, 50 Keong Saik Road
Hotel 1929 is a hip boutique hotel on Keong Saik Street whose collection of designer furnishings, from Verner Panton chairs to Marimekko bed covers, have made it a destination of choice for travelers with a design fetish. I like! It has however been overshadowed somewhat by its chic neighbour, The Scarlet, nearby. Overlooking the hotel lobby is the equally uber-kewl Ember restaurant and bar, which is also fashionably appointed with cream and dark wood Z chairs and vintage Louis Poulsen lamps. The restaurant features international cuisine with an Asian twist, under the direction of Executive Chef Sebastian Ng (formerly of the Four Seasons and Raffles hotels). Reservations are recommended, as certain periods, like Friday evenings, seem always full.
The Roast Chicken and Lamb Loin are quite the bagus. For dessert, try a scoop each of lavender, thyme and Bailey's ice cream.
Sushi Yoshida, 6 Devonshire Road Bar Stop, 8 Devonshire Road
For many years, Yoshida held court at the basement of Lucky Plaza which could seat only 12 people. Despite the elbow-knocking confines of the sushi bar, he drew a loyal following of customers (me and wifey included) and last year, to the delight of his patrons, Yoshida moved into the chic premises of what used to be the bar at The Grill at Devonshire. The best seats in the house are at the sushi bar where you can have a full view of the action. Yoshida, with his thin moustache looks like a Japanese Kempetai General commanding his kitchen staff of four who work with military precision, either delicately slicing up the fish or tending to the grill. My favorite is the Sashimi Moriawase which is a simple offering of tuna, codfish, octopus and prawn. Yoshida takes in a shipment of fish from Japan four times a week and to say that there were fresh would be a gross understatement.
Next door to Yoshida is Bar Stop, a little known place but oooooh so idyllic. Perfect for relaxing under the stars or in an inviting loft-like space with chic, bare-bricked walls. Pop in for Happy Hours frm 5-9pm after your fresh and expensive Japanese dinner. If you haven't had enough Sake that is!