Singapore - Company of Cats - Chinatown

You might have seen my previous post on Neko no Niwa. Being rather adventurous, I explored another cat cafe with my cat-loving friends. I just love cat paws. They're so squishy and being hugged by a cat is just... such a bliss ^3^ ~♪

This pretty ragdoll (if I get the breed correctly) is a resident of The Company of Cats in Chinatown.

We went on Wednesday after work, since there is a 50% off on the 2nd entrance fee.

Again, the place is kind of hidden - look out for the signboard and the floating umbrellas - if you like cats, you can't really miss it :)

There are sofas with toys and plushies lying around in the room (Neko Atsume fans, do you recognize Tubbs?)

*insert Jaw BGM here*

Compared to Neko no Niwa, somehow I feel that the cats are more willing to interact with you.

And no, we didn't kiss. Because I just ate a bowl of cold soumen with sausages, nori and sesame sauce ($8). By the way, in case you are hungry, you can order food at the Company of Cats. You can even bring the food inside the room of cats - somehow the cats didn't try to steal my food! I'm impressed :)

If you're scared that the cats may steal your food, there is also an option of eating the food outside the cat room - there is a small dining table just outside the room. I, however, prefer to eat as I enjoy the company of cats (what a pun!). You can check out their menu on their website.

Overall the cats are very well groomed. This cat, Belle, has one of the fluffiest and the softest fur I've ever touched!

I've been here twice, and so far I've been enjoying my visits to the Company of Cats :)

Company of Cats
6B Mosque Street
Singapore 059486
Phone: +65 6220 3835
http://www.thecompanyofcats.sg/index.html

Opening hours:
- Tue - Fri 12pm - 10pm
- Sat - Sun 11am - 10pm
- Closed on Mondays

Entrance Fees
Normal rate: $14/hour
$5 per subsequent 30 minutes
Tues-Friday 12pm-4pm special rate: $10 for the first hour

Reservations by phone are recommended.

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Singapore - Neko no Niwa (Cat Cafe) - Clarke Quay

My dear Latino friends (you know who you are) recommended me to adopt a pet for pet therapy, but I was not able to own one in my previous apartment in Switzerland as the management did not allow pets. The current landlady in Singapore loves cats and allows me to own a cat, but I'm not too sure if I can take care of it since I know I'll be flying back to my hometown rather frequently.

Thankfully, there are cat cafes in Singapore!

My first cat cafe visit in Singapore is at Neko no Niwa in Boat Quay (Clarke Quay is the nearest MRT station to reach this place). The cafe is slightly hidden amongst restaurants and bars along the river bank - it's on the second floor. Look for a cat signboard so you don't miss it!

The interior of Neko no Niwa is clean and well-kept - I didn't detect any foul smell when I was there. It was a cozy cat cafe with plenty of natural light - I think the cats enjoy the sun as well.

There are 13 cute cats to observe and play with, but you probably won't see all of them at the same time as they could be asleep or fed in another room. These cats are well-groomed and in general well-mannered - I don't really see them fight and they don't attack you for no reason.

Most people who came watched them, petted them, played with them or took a photo with them. I personally like taking selfies with these beautiful felines ;)

Some of them may look scary, but I think they just have what the urban dictionary defines as "resting bitch faces" (pardon the language) and they mean no harm to you. They will let you pet their heads - if you are lucky, their backs. From my experience, avoid stroking their backs if you're new to these cats.

By the way, if you see any cat wearing a gear (see below), it's because the cat is hyperactive. Apparently wearing this suit will make them less hyperactive.

I had a very pleasant experience at Neko no Niwa, and would recommend you to visit it if you prefer quieter, more peaceful cat cafe ^_^

Neko no Niwa
Address:
54A Boat Quay (Level 2)
Singapore 049843

Mon, Wed to Fri: 11am to 10pm (last entry at 9pm)
Sat, Sun & Public Holidays: 10am to 10pm (last entry at 9pm)
Closed on Tuesdays

Call 6536 5319 to make a reservation.

Pricing:

• 1 hour: S$12
• Next 1/2 hour: S$5
• 3-Hour Special: S$24*
• Whole Day Pass: S$32

*Students get a FREE Hot Chocolate with these long stay rates, please show your student pass.

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2016 - LOL

I'm not sure if my blog is still linked to Facebook. So a while ago I logged out of Facebook.

I can't tell the reason, but it's for multiple good reasons. For sure, one is for the revival of this blog, which I have taken a great care of for years. Which has something to do with a secret project that I'm going to be involved at. Yes, I received a rule that I have to keep my mouth (or my fingers?) shut, so I'm going to comply with that.

Don't worry, it's not a cult ^_^

To those who had been following my cooking pictures on Facebook... and thanks for connecting with me on Whatsapp and LINE. You can still see the old ones there, but starting today, you'll see new ones only on this blog. And if you missed me, shout out at the comment box of my blog and I'll get back to you.

Big milestone coming up at the end of November. Perhaps on the 27th to be exact, but let's have some buffer time.

아자 아자 화이팅!

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