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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…
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.
In memory of Lewin Terrace
Once upon a time, there was a restaurant on the slopes of Fort Canning Hill called Lewin Terrace. Unfortunately, I only had the fortune of dining there once on their final year of operations in 2019.
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…
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…
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…
Curiosity killed my palate at a hipster cafe, Curious Palette.
Visited the Curious Palette to check out their new menu, specifically, their cray fish roll that many were raving about.
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!
Kim Hai Hokkien Mee is old school goodness at Circuit Road Food Center
I live up north in Yishun. Yet I’ve been to Kim Hai Hokkien Mee at Circuit Road Food Center about 4 times in the last couple of months. My dad, he has been eating there…
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…
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!
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…
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…
