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3 Different Nasi Biryanis at Tekka Market
My friend, R, wanted to bring us to his favourite Nasi Biryani place at Little India, Singapore. Unfortunately, his stall was closed that day, and hence we rerouted ourselves to the timeless Tekka Market smack…
Debunking The World’s Cheapest Michelin 2 Star Restaurant at Canton8
The Shanghai Michelin Guide received much criticism when it came out in July 2016. Other than omitting many peoples’ favourite restaurants, which, is always subjective, the Shanghai debut of the Michelin Guide was also arraigned…
My first Omakase and best sushi in Honolulu at Sasabune
Ok this one is some what of a Throwback Thursday post, recalling back to my notes on my first Omakase experience when I was visiting Honolulu for the 2nd time in 2016. Contrary to popular…
10 types of foods you need to eat when in Shanghai for the first time!
Visiting Shanghai for the first time and have FOMO on the defining foods of Shanghai? This listing has you covered!
Kichi Kichi style Omu Rice now available in Singapore
Yes! Many of you have seen the viral videos of the happiest chef in the world cooking his masterful omu rice, if not, here it is. Naturally, I was stoked when I learned that a…
Brunch @ The Nest, Shanghai
In this edition of my Shanghai Ultimate Brunch guide, I visited The Nest. The Nest has been one of Shanghai’s go-to night spots for awhile, and was once very unique in the sense that you could…
Review of Epices & Foie Gras, Shanghai
Watch the Epices & Foie Gras video on Youku (China) Watch the Epices & Foie Gras video on Youtube My recent dining adventures have led me to a couple of Michelin recommended restaurants, unintentionally. This time,…
Quick Review of Black Truffle Xiao Long Bao (Dumplings) at Din Tai Feng
I’ve long heard of the black truffle xiao long bao (XLB) from the famed Din Tai Feng, but never had a proper chance to try it. So when I had a guest over recently and…
My Review of the brunch set at Hakkasan, Shanghai
Hakkasan was amongst one of the top restaurants on my want-to-visit list ever since they opened last year in Shanghai. From day one in Shanghai, the international restaurant chain had been receiving glowing reviews consistently….
Janggut Laksa is my 2nd best laksa in Singapore
Janggut Laksa could be the ugliest bowl of noodles you’ve ever set your eyes on, but it’s one of the tastiest noodles in Singapore from as early as the 1960s!
Looking for the BEST Peking Roast Duck in Beijing? Try Da Dong Roast Duck.
Peking duck is the quintessential dish of the capital of China, Beijing. Essentially, it is roast duck; However, unlike cantonese style roast duck, Peking duck has one primary requirement: wafer-like crispy skin that you wrap…
Mama’s Braised Pork (Tau Yu Bak) Recipe
This is the first of my recipes series, and since mother’s day is just around the corner, what better way to celebrate it than to share with everyone my recipe adapted from my mum’s original…
MIZUKI: My Birthday Treat at an Omakase Tempura Restaurant in Singapore
Mizuki is one of the few Japanese Omakase restaurants in Singapore who specialise in Tempura. I was blessed to have been treated to their mid-tier menu for my birthday!
Ultraviolet. The Shanghai Kid Review.
20th Sep 2017 EDIT – Ultraviolet was awarded 3 Michelin Stars in the 2018 Shanghai Michelin guide. Well deserved. Ultraviolet. How do I begin? How can I even write about this whole dinner without spoiling…
Review of Gunther’s Restaurant, Modern French Cuisine in Singapore. Is it worth it?
.. I have long heard of Gunther’s legendary cold truffle angel hair pasta, and they appear to be the pioneers of that dish in Singapore, though I’m sure this fact would be highly debated by many. Nonetheless, I’ve always been eager to try it out, and finally the opportunity had arrived.