Things You Can Do Under $18! #123 Apr
So there we were, wondering what adventures Saturday will bring us and decided, let’s go back to one of the attractions that Singapore has to offer: Little India!
(Mudd was unfortunately, not able to join in that day, so I had another Sidekick with me: Dilly!)
Granted, the place has been covered so many times! We know that it’s famous for Mustafa Centre, Indian sweets & treats and Sarees! But there’s some stuffs that you can do & find at and along Little India – all under $18!
What you’ll Find #1: Good Food – Masala Thosai, Naan & curries!
Have your pick – there’s plenty of stalls to choose from. Do it the Singaporean way: go to the stall with the most number of people! 
I had a sudden thosai craving & so was scouring the area for some good ol’ chow. Indian food is always great for the cold rainy weather.
$$$:
Masala Thosai: $3.50
Home-made Ice Lemon Tea: $1.00
What You’ll Find #2: Cheap (but good) Stuff!
Sunglasses, fans, bags, jeans, jackets, dresses, skirts, vintage tops – & I’m not even talking about Mustafa Centre! Plenty of great finds & retro stuff available along the street shops & alleys.
Among those things that caught my eyes were this really old-school huge framed shades in all sorts of patterns & colours. Vintage is in, yes?
Plus, it’s only here do you truly get to immerse in all things modernly traditional.
Oh, the pictures could go on & on!
$$$:
Sunglasses: $1.90 (adults), $1.00 (children)
Bangles: 1 for $3, 4 for $10
Flowers: Varies – $2-$10
While exploring, we had a minor crisis – our explorer bag tore! Pretty lucky to tear while we’re there too, because now we have a reason to try out one of the most unique things about Little India..!
What You’ll Find #3: …Roadside Tailor!
Yes, you read right. Tailors situated right by the roadside, armed with their trusty scissors & measuring tapes. They sit there, while people queue up to alter their clothes, suits, pants…anything!
Mr. Tailor could not speak English & was quite shy. (Check out his huge scissors!). But he did an amazing job in fixing the bag, in just 5 minutes! Fast, efficient & cheap. In fact, we saw so many people bringing in multiple things to alter that Mr. Tailor just finished off in less than 15 minutes!
$$$:
Sewing Bag + Zipper: $3.oo
What You’ll Find #4: Sungei Road (walking distance from Little India)
This is my most favourite part!
Before there was such a thing as Flea Markets, there was Sungei Road’s Scavenger’s Market. Over time, they still remain strong & is the place to find some lost treasures.
Trinkets, one-off items. Some new, some pre-loved. Digital watches. Vintage rings, bracelets, bangles, necklaces. Obscure & quirky items (like picnic basket, paintings from 1900s, childhood toys).
Couldn’t take many pictures of this obscure place (didn’t want to offend the stallholders). Got myself a shoe (first-hand) for $3.00!
$$$:
Shoe: $3.00
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And the setting sun marked out little trip. We got everything all in one on that day too – Food, culture, roadside ingenuity, colourful items and an old slice of Singapore.
Total amount spent on our Little India Adventures (including transport): $14.40!
Who says you have to spend much to explore!
Stay tuned for many more of our random exploring adventures! If you wanna join us, even better! You know where to reach us!
Hooked to Exploring,
Nadd
p.s: Check out more pictures HERE!
