Singapore has long been known for its famous (or infamous) Wednesday Ladies Nights. As far back as 2000 I remember the good times, fun and revelry at long gone venues such as Carnegies or the Mohammed Sultan Rd strip.
In recent pre-Covid times, downtown venue The Exchange was one of the more popular choices – espresso martinis, music, dancing and plenty of girly giggles. Of course fast forward to 2021 and things are more than a little different so I was certainly intrigued to check out The Exchange’s post-Covid ladies night offering.
Dusting off the high heels and with a couple of fabulous girlfriends in tow we ventured out at 6:30pm for our Wednesday soiree. We genuinely were shocked at how busy it was, even at this relatively early hour – “we are booked out two weeks in advance” our gorgeous host Amelia remarked.
Seated at a high table outside (with all tables sensibly distanced) the buzz of the crowd gave us a true “going out good time” vibe. No music? Didn’t matter! The atmosphere was vibrant, people were laughing, drinking and eating to their hearts content.
The ladies night deal is indeed a steal – free flow of prosecco, white or red wine and hard seltzers from 6pm as long as you order food! Well count me in for becoming a regular!
With plenty of tasty morsels on offer we chose to share a cheese and charcuterie platter as well as an antipasto style Mezze platter. We also couldn’t pass up the rather well known Mozzarella sticks for a slightly naughtier bite.
Our beverage of choice was a delightful new rose prosecco – a light blush pink, not too sweet and perfect for the al fresco setting.
With the early start it was no problem to toddle off home around 10pm, ensuring just enough beauty sleep to survive the rest of the working week.
Ladies nights may not be the same on our little island, but The Exchange is doing a fabulous job of bringing back the ladies night vibe in the best way they can. The ladies and I already looking forward to next time!
The Exchange is located within the award-winning Asia Square, in a modern 5,000 sq. foot brasserie. Elaborately moulded ceilings, Chesterfield sofas, and marble clad surfaces provide elements of old-world character while the stainless-steel framed windows of the kitchen brigade echo the mid-century facades in Soho, New York.
a. 8 Marina View #01-05, Asia Square Tower 1, Singapore 018960
s. www.facebook.com/TheExchangeSingapore
t. +65 6636 120
