Good things come in small packages Update (4th April 2019): Prodigal Roasters has relocated to Macpherson. New cafes in Singapore never cease to exist, but not all of them can meet my expectations of…
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For days you want something more than kaya toast America has peanut butter, Australia has marmite and we in Singapore have our favourite kaya. This sweet, creamy spread made from coconut milk, eggs, pandan…
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Time to chill the day away Cafes in Singapore are a dime a dozen, but cafes that let you spend the entire day relaxing with your friends are rare. Long queues and service staff hovering…
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Cafe Reviews DessertsButterknife Folk Review: Atas Cakes You Need To Try Before The Crowd Finds Out
Cakes and gelato made fresh daily ‘Don’t judge a book by its cover’ comes to mind when I was thinking of a way to describe Butterknife Folk. Tucked between a family clinic and dog salon on…
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A healthy and quick dinner perfect for weeknights Ayam penyet is a fried chicken dish that originated from East Java in Indonesia, where “ayam” means “chicken” and “penyet” means “flattened” or “pressed”. Even though…
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Chinese Fusion Japanese Restaurant ReviewsShisen Hanten Review: 2 Michelin Star Restaurant Deserving Of Its Title
Sichuan food with Japanese influence With 2 Michelin stars in its pocket, the first word that comes to mind when dining at Shisen Hanten is “ATAS”. Even though its Chinese name “四川饭店” literally translates to…
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Chicken wings for the peckish As much as I love indulging in a piece of juicy steak or salmon, chicken wings will always be my go-to when seeking comfort food or a late-night snack.…
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Make your own viral dessert from Japan This clear dessert sensation hardly needs an introduction after its recent buzz on social media. Originally named Mizu Shingen Mochi, this raindrop cake from Japan is shiny,…
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Hawaiian pizza doesn’t count If you think hawaiian pizza and greek-style yogurt sum up the Hawaiian and Greek dishes you can get in Singapore, then it’s time to think again, my friend. Just like all…
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No more emptying your wallet for a sweet ending After hearing about the world-famous strawberry watermelon cake while living in Sydney a few years back, I dragged a few of my friends to Black…