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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…
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!
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!
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…
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…
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…
Review of T for Thai, a Thai Restaurant in Shanghai helmed by a French Chef
T for Thai is a Thai restaurant located on the west end of Huai Hai Rd near Wulumuqi Rd. Chef Michael Wendling is the head chef and co-owns the trio of restaurants in the vicinity…
Review of Bali Bistro, Shanghai
Indonesian cuisine is a cuisine whose popularity had been growing all over the world in recent years. Unbeknownst to many, Indonesian cuisine has actually influence a lot of dishes in Singapore and Malaysia, specifically Malay…
[CLOSED] Review of Chin-Agiku @ IFC Mall, Shanghai
Chin-Agiku is a spin off the Inagiku brand by owner, Michael Chin. We were invited for a tasting at this 1 month old restaurant located in the prestigious IFC Mall at Lujiazui, Shanghai. The motto…
Revisit to Mr Nice Cafe & Grill @ Sun Moon Light Mall (日月光广场), Shanghai
It’s been awhile since my last tasting of the offerings at Mr Nice Cafe, and my wife had been begging for me to bring her to check out their legendary napoleons, so finally the time…
Yishun 925 Chicken Rice, one I have been eating for over 20 years!
When it comes to Chicken Rice in Singapore, there are no shortage of recommendations. From the super hyped ones such as Tian Tian (of Michelin Bib Gourmand fame), to commercialised chains like Wee Nam Kee…
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.
Unlimited Buffet Brunch at Taste and See
Watch the Epices & Foie Gras video on Youku (China) Watch the Epices & Foie Gras video on Youtube Taste and See is the latest restaurant I visited to compile my best brunches of Shanghai…
Saddle Rock Oysters straight off the Mystic Pier 17 @ Shanghai
Ok there is no such actual pier in Shanghai, but as you might have guessed, Mystic Pier 17 is the name of a restaurant in Shanghai, a new one at that, featuring fresh oysters from…
The Best Steak I had in Gold Coast, Australia, The Glenelg Public House
On my first ever visit to Australia, I ended up rendezvousing with my friends in Gold Coast. It was probably one of the worst of cities in Australia to visit in winter, because being a…
