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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…
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…
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!
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!
Three Star Experience at a Five Star Restaurant – Review of Five Star Hainanese Chicken Rice in Shanghai
I’ve heard of this very much talked about restaurant in the Jing’an area of Shanghai. The tales of enormous queues and being sold out by 1pm had aroused my curiosity. The fact that they only sell…
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…
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.
Splendid Spanish cuisine with a Peruvian twist at Ola Cocina Del Mar
Spanish is one of my most loved cuisines to eat. When searching for the best Tapas and Paella in Singapore, the first name that comes to my mind would be Ola Cucina Del Mar.
Review of Crystal Jade Restaurant @ Xin Tian Di, Shanghai
I’ve mentioned Crystal Jade several times in my Instagram posts and interviews, and often recommend the restaurant chain to people looking for authentic value-for-money dim sum. The reason is simply because, they offer affordable, authentic…
Chiew Kee vs Hai Kee Soy Sauce Chicken Noodles
Throwback to the time I tasted soy sauce chicken noodles from two popular outlets in Singapore, plus one bonus Michelin starred contender at the end of the article!
Atto Primo, A New Heavy-Weight Italian Contender in Shanghai!
Atto Primo is newly opened entry to the Italian food scene in Shanghai. Owned and run by Italian maestro, Gianluca Serafin, Atto Primo boasts traditional Italian flavours in renewed modern plating. Atto Primo means the…
[TSK Eats Maui] My review of 808 Bistro at Kihei, Maui
Part of my series of where to eat in Maui. On Kihei, 808 Bistro serves some very tasty brunch items. In case you didn’t know, TSK Eats Maui is a collection of my eating experiences when…
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…
Loo’s Hainanese Curry Rice
Sorry for the lack of updates people, I’ve been trying hard to post more often, but the past 3 months in Singapore has seen me running all over the place pursuing paperwork to get Lisa…
Truffle Brunch at Highline
I messed up. I had meant to post this 5 months ago after my visit back to Shanghai in December 2018. Somehow time flew by so quickly, and it’s already May 2019! The brunch menu…
