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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…
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!
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…
Sumo Cat! A hole-in-the-wall hidden gem Japanese Don place in Shanghai!
I was recently invited by my friend, Frank, to a little hole in the wall, smack in an alley along Xiang Yang Rd where I used to pass by every day for work — Sumo Cat….
Best Brunch in Shanghai so far, at Mr & Mrs Bund by Paul Pairet
Traditionally known for their lavish French dinners, Mr & Mrs Bund launched their weekend brunch menu some years back, and has since garnered a strong following for it. This brunch tasting was set up courtesy of City…
Food don’t taste bad on the other side: Wujie, a mind-blowing vegetarian restaurant in Shanghai
Wujie is a modern restaurant in Shanghai, specialising in all vegetarian food. People who know me would know that I am a big meat lover, hence my apprehension towards vegetarian cuisine. Long story short, I…
Shanghai Michelin Guide 2017
6 December 2016: Updated with full Michelin Selection list. The Michelin Guide just launched today in Shanghai, featuring 122 restaurants, of which, 25 received bib gourmand and 26 received star(s). The list comes across as…
[Debunking the Michelin Guide] Shanghai Michelin Bib Gourmand Winner, Ah Niang Mian
I screwed up. I have been in Shanghai for over 10 years, and had only visited Ah Niang Mian for the first time a couple of weeks ago. Ah Niang Mian has been touted as…
Review of Tao Heung @ iAPM Mall, Shanghai
Tao Heung is one of the most popular restaurants in iAPM Mall, Shanghai. During meal times, it is common to wait for over an hour for a table. Is the food that good, or is…
[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…
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…
Review of Capo @ Rockbund for Shanghai Restaurant Week
Capo is an Italian restaurant helmed and owned by chef Enzo Carbone. Located at the Rockbund end of The Bund, Capo is located at the 5th floor of the Yi Feng Galleria. I attended the…
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 Tang Palace (Wei Jing Branch), possibly the best dim sum in Shanghai
Being half hongkie, I have a natural weakness for authentic dim sum. There are countless tea restaurants (茶餐厅) littered all over the city, and many places offering dim sum. Sadly, many of them barely pass…
