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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…
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…
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!
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!
The Resurrection (of Madison), Shanghai
Madison was a restaurant by Chef Austin Hu. Once known as THE go-to place for brunch in Shanghai from as early as 2011. Back in the day, brunch was still a foreign concept to Shanghai,…
[TSK Eats Maui] Review of Paia Fish Market, South Side
Last meal on Maui was had at another hipster-like joint, Paia Fish Market South Side. This was the Kihei branch of the apparently very popular fish restaurant. Options were quite aplenty, with fish burgers to…
Review of Racines, french food in Shanghai by a Japanese Chef
Chef Kenji Ishibashi had caused quite a stir in the professional food circles on his return to Shanghai, helming his new private kitchen sort of restaurant, Racines. I had only learnt of his reputation during…
Review of a weekend brunch at Abbey Road, Shanghai
Unlike what the name suggests, Abbey Road is actually the name of a bar-restaurant in Shanghai, along the borders of the French Concession at Yue Yang Rd. It takes pride in serving Swiss food, and…
Brunch at Chez Maurice
I’ve been meaning to visit Chez Maurice for quite awhile, but the reservation always got procrastinated, until recently, when I finally went over for brunch. PSA, Chez Maurice is pronounced ‘Shea’-Maurice, not ‘Ch-azz’ Maurice Chez…
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!
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.
Brunch @ Jean Georges, Shanghai
Watch the Jean Georges video on Youku (China) Watch the Jean Georges video on Youtube Jean Georges has long been one of the pioneers of French fine dining in Shanghai, and opened on The Bund…
Australian Dairy Company has to be Hong Kong’s most masochistic restaurant
Sorry for the hiatus. I’ve still be doing a lot of soul searching on how to continue with this blog. There have been thoughts to shut it down, thoughts on changing my tone, reflections on…
