Located in the heart of River Valley at 46 & 58 Kim Yam Road, New Bahru is a new lifestyle destination by The Lo & Behold Group and joint-venture partner, Sunray Group Holdings. The name (Bahru meaning ‘new’ in Malay) reflects the ambition of bringing together a new creative community and a nod to the city's penchant for repeating words for emphasis.
Set in the former Nan Chiau High School, New Bahru has gathered some of the best local talents across F&B, retail, enrichment, wellness and hospitality under one roof to tell a compelling story of creative progress in Singapore. About half of these concepts are now open, with the rest set to open between now and the end of the year.
Some of the cool new tenants that call New Bahru home and are already open for business are:
Kotuwa: A gateway to Sri Lanka’s vibrant and generous dining culture, Kotuwa finds a home at New Bahru with a fresh look, a refreshed menu and the introduction of a full-fledged cocktail bar.
Dearborn: Dearborn, of granola fame, launches its flagship store, featuring a microbakery, breakfast provision shop and all-day breakfast cafe.
Artichoke: The new school mezze institution led by local culinary icon Bjorn Shen, has found its home at New Bahru. The relocation brings the addition of a karak chai bar and minimart.
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The Coconut Club River Valley: The Coconut Club’s third venue showcases an expanded menu spotlighting more Singaporean favourites that celebrate the humble coconut and signature nasi lemak.
Huevos River Valley: The smoky twin to one of the hottest Mexican joints in the country, Huevos River Valley will feature new dishes with a grilled and smoky riff that is flavoursome to the last bite.
Odem: A new artisanal Makkoli restaurant and bar, Odem, showcases craft brewers from various regions of Korea, alongside modern Korean dishes.
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Crafune: Homegrown leather-craft specialists, Crafune’s second store explores a new series of workshops that marry sustainability with artistry.
Soilboy: Dedicated to bridging the gap between people and nature, the Singapore-based plant design studio best known for its curated plants and handmade ceramics has laucnhed its first experience store at New Bahru.
Sojao Home: The local home goods brand has earned recognition for its 100% ethically made, certified organic cotton bedding. Its second physical outpost will focus on sustainability and community engagement through collaborations with other brands.
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Curious Creatures: Designed for every day and every occasion, explore fine and demi-fine jewellery collections at Curious Creatures.
The Sea Apple Create Store: Sustainable children’s brand, Sea Apple launches its second store spotlighting a creative in-store customisation experience. Families will love the opportunity to co-design one-of-a-kind apparel, merchandise and personalised gifts.
Morning: Morning opens its first physical store, creating a coffee destination for specialty capsule coffee from around the world. The new store offers a unique retail experience, designed for you to experience the Morning brand and engage with the future of coffee through sampling sessions, workshops, and events.
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Make By Ginlee: Make By Ginlee's new experience-based concept store continues its mission to close the loop of excess production, offering fashion and lifestyle products crafted on-demand to minimise waste alongside in-store workshops spanning from upcycling to 3D printing.
Kiztopia Prestige: An exhilarating haven for young adventurers, Kiztopia Prestige dazzles with immersive role-play rooms and workshops for the little ones. Here, holistic development takes center stage with a diverse range of soft play concepts and regular programs tailored for children aged four and below.
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