If you are looking for something simple to do during the March school holiday, Ang Mo Kio Town Centre might be a good place to start. In the middle of the neighbourhood sits Sprout @ AMK, a small cluster of businesses offering everything from handmade desserts and traditional snacks to family-friendly activities and lifestyle services.

Part of a 12-month showcase programme highlighting heartland entrepreneurs, Sprout @ AMK brings together different brands and ideas in one place. The programme runs until June this year, giving residents a rare opportunity to discover these local businesses. What makes the visit even more enjoyable is that it sits right within the heart of Ang Mo Kio, where playgrounds, shops and everyday neighbourhood life are just a short walk away.

Here is how a relaxed school holiday around the area might unfold.

Starting the Day with a Light Breakfast

The day can begin with something simple and comforting at Beano. Known for its soy-based treats, the stall offers silky beancurd and soy milk in a variety of flavours made from non-GMO Canadian soybeans.

Their menu ranges from traditional silky beancurd to pudding-style beancurd, with flavours such as chocolate, original and strawberry. If you feel like having something warm, their honey ginger tea and soymilk are also a comforting way to begin the morning before we continue exploring.

Price range : $1 – $2 each

A Sweet Treat Along the Way

Just a short walk away, En Soufflé offers a playful take on classic French desserts. Known for its light and fluffy soufflés, the brand pairs the delicate texture of a French-style dessert with flavours inspired by familiar local favourites.

Flavours such as Bubble Milk Tea, Durian Lava and Orh Nee bring a local twist to the classic soufflé, blending familiar tastes with creative combinations. It is an easy way to enjoy a café-style dessert at an affordable price before continuing the rest of the day.

Price range: From $6.50

Something Savoury for Lunch

By lunchtime, we stop by Her Feng Xiang, known for its freshly made pau and traditional kueh prepared daily using natural sourdough fermentation instead of dry yeast. This traditional method gives the buns a softer texture and deeper flavour.

The stall also continues to preserve traditional handmade techniques, even as fewer people today are learning the craft. Two of their most popular items are the Char Siew Bao and Soon Kueh. Freshly steamed and simple yet satisfying, they make a comforting lunch stop before we continue exploring the rest of the day.

Price range: From $0.80 – $2.20 each

A Little “Break” for Parents

After a morning of exploring food around the area, families visiting with young children might want to take a short break at Mini Star Club. Created by a mother of two, this learn-through-play space encourages children to explore their creativity, interests and strengths through play.

Parents can book a session in advance, allowing children to spend one to two hours trying activities such as creative development art and basic coding games. While the little ones are busy with their session, parents can take the opportunity to enjoy a short break nearby before continuing the rest of the afternoon.

If you're curious to try it out, a trial package is available at $50 for two sessions. You can find more details through via their webpage: https://ministarclub.com/pages/service-packages

Time for a Refreshing Drink

With children busy at their play session, it is the perfect moment for parents to enjoy a short break at Tea Dojo. On a hot afternoon, a refreshing drink always hits the spot. Known for its tea beverages prepared using a simplified preparation model, the brand focuses on efficiency while maintaining consistent quality.

One of the drinks people often go for is the Fragrant Lemon (暴打柠檬). It is zesty, refreshing and not overly sweet, which makes it especially satisfying on a hot afternoon. If you are more of a matcha person, there is something to look forward to as a new matcha series will be launching soon. And for those who find themselves coming back often, there is even a Drink-A-Day Pass at $9.90 for seven days, which includes one drink each day.

Price range: From $3.50

A Memory to End the Day

Before wrapping up the day, we step into The Memory Frame, a second-generation family business with more than 30 years of photo framing experience. In a time when most of our photos live quietly in our phones, the shop hopes to bring back the simple joy of displaying memories at home.

Their 10-in-1 and 4-in-1 memory frames are among the most popular choices, perfect for displaying several favourite memories in one frame. You can also customise the frame to suit different photos and styles. After spending the day exploring, it feels like a nice way to wrap things up, turning a few snapshots into something you can bring home and keep.

While visiting Ang Mo Kio Town Centre, don’t miss Sprout @ AMK, where a mix of food spots, small businesses and family-friendly activities come together in one place.

And if the young ones still have some energy after the day, there is always the Saga Seed Playground right beside the Central Stage for a little more playtime. Otherwise, AMK Hub is just around the corner if you feel like ending the day with a good dinner.

We encourage residents and families to enjoy this March school holiday by exploring the little discoveries around Ang Mo Kio.

📍Sprout @ AMK (Ang Mo Kio Town Centre)