The Long and Short of it

One of the "must-dos" while in SG is enjoying the country's iconic drink - Singapore Sling.

Since we were in the company of first timers, we decided to drop by The Long Bar at Raffles Hotel so they can sample the drink. The Long Bar is the place where this drink was mixed a century ago. Yup, the drink is that old, yet it's still on-trend until now.

Walking into The Long Bar feels like walking into a British Colonial home in the 1900s. The interiors - from the wooden furniture to the ceiling fans - have this genteel, old-world feel to it. As I was telling Kin, it feels like we're plantation owners waiting for the workers to bring in their produce.

Another peculiarity about The Long Bar is how the floor is littered with peanut shells. It's a tradition in the bar, and as the menu says, "it's the only place in Singapore where you're allowed to litter."

After our drinks, a lot of photos and even more stories, we decided to head off to dinner at another SG icon - Lau Pa Sat. And while our stay in the bar was short, the fun of the experience will linger on for a long time.