Joe Fishing Tackle

“The staff of Joe Fishing Tackle always strive to understand your needs before recommending products.”
—Bobby Ang Meng Kong, Security Supervisor

Fishing enthusiast Bobby Ang has been angling in Singapore and Malaysia’s waters for 30 years. Whether he’s fishing in deep sea or farm ponds, Ang believes in using the right gear suitable to each venue. As he goes fishing almost every weekend, he restocks regularly, and knows exactly where to get the best service: Joe Fishing Tackle along Beach Road.

What sets it apart from others:
“Beach Road has many shops selling fishing gear, but Joe Fishing Tackle is the best because they always ask where I’m going to fish, so they can help recommend the right equipment. Its owner, Joe, is always very friendly and willing to talk about his products.”

Sets you back by:
“Average spinning reels with two ball bearings cost about $15, which is pretty cheap! As the prices of reels are based on the number of ball bearings they have, those with three ball bearings are sold at $65 there.”

He likes it so much that:
He visits Joe Fishing Tackle twice a month, replenishing his stock of lures, baits, and wires.

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Hair Plus Studio

Who swears by it: Priyadhershini Balraju, uniSIM student

PRIYA DHERSHINI BALRAJU’S short wavy hair is always in need of a monthly fix, and can easily look disastrous if badly cut. “Especially when my hair is a little out of shape, it curls this way and that, and that annoys me immensely. So I need a good hairdresser to tame it,” she says. “I always go back to Hair Plus Studio at Far East Plaza because my professional hairdresser, Teen, always knows what kind of hairdo I want.” Interview by Mavis Ang.

What sets teen apart from the rest:
“Teen’s service is also very consistent, and she often recommends useful hair products suitable for my hair type.”

Sets you back by:
At least $32 on weekends, prices are higher for longer hair.

She likes it so much that:
Having patronised Hair Plus Studio for a year, Priya’s realised that the staff there are always friendly to all customers. “The place gives me this ever-welcoming feeling, so I will always go back to them.”

Where is it located:
Hair Plus Studio is one of many hair salons in 88DB’s Beauty & Wellness list.

Nutri-ForeFronT

Who swears by it: Sal Selamat-Sim, Writer

Writer Sal Selamat-Sim, 22, has made visits to the gym a regular habit (he goes three times a week), and that’s how he learned to appreciate the benefits of sports nutrition supplements. He goes online for his stash — but he’s discovered that online shopping isn’t always a cold, faceless transaction. That’s why he recommends Nutri-ForeFronT. Interview by Mavis Ang

What sets it apart from the others:
“Even though I usually order my protein supplements through Nutri-ForeFronT’s website, they have professional trainers (“agents”) who deliver goods right at my doorstep. Allan Lau is my preferred agent because he would also advise me on my diet and work out routine,” says Sal.

Exactly how good their service is:
Excellent after-sales programme. Their agents would go as far to send an email, SMS, or phone you to ask whether the products you’ve been using are working. “This regular personal customer careis useful because they’d advise on the range of products which cater to your body type.”

Sets you back by:
A beginner’s package that includes membership, a starter pack containing protein and Creatine supplements cost around $140, and you get a free delivery with every $100 spent.

He likes it so much that:
“They offer good prices for all the products, and so far, I found that these products are really quite effective!” says Sal. So he usually stocks up his supplements monthly, and has been doing so for half a year already.

Where you can find them:
Since 2000, Nutri-ForeFronT has been providing personalised services most online shops lack. So visit their website right here on 88DB.com’s listings to find out more.

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Ice Cold Beer

Who swears by it: Shayne Koh, Flight Attendant.

For 24 year old flight attendant Shayne Koh, finding time to catch up with friends is nearly impossible, so when she’s in town, she goes to just one place. “Ice Cold Beer [ Located in a converted shophouse off Orchard Road ] is definitely a place to chill and have crazy times with my friends because you need not lower your noise level even if you're laughing or talking at the top of your voice,” Shayne said. Interview by Mavis Ang
What sets it apart from other:
“Ice Cold Beer comes in a very embracing package. From the friendly staff and sociable crowd, to drinking in a vintage place along with groovy music, it’s an ideal place to unwind with my best girlfriends.”

Sets you back by:
Happy Hours are from 5pm - 9pm every night, and beers go from the usual price of $14 per pint, to a good $7!

Piece of advice:
It’s a MUST to call for reservations as it gets very packed when night falls. “You wouldn’t want to wait for seats while looking at people enjoying their mugs of beers, right?” Shayne says. Reservation of outdoor seats starts only after 7pm, and anytime for the indoor ones.

She likes it so much that:
Whenever she’s in town between flights, Shayne would head down to Ice Cold Beer on Fridays with either her colleagues or friends.

Where is it located:
Ice Cold Beer’s one-of-a-kind tank chillers guarantee your brew (they offer more than 50 types!) is quick-chilled in 5 minutes. Meantime, watch live sports action on the plasma, play pool or darts, or get your tummy filled with their famous hot dogs. Ice Cold Beer is located at 9, Emerald Hill Road.

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