Zi char just got upgraded Update (4th April 2019): Royal J’s Seafood has permanently closed. Zi char is my go-to when it comes to communal dining because it means I get a good variety of dishes at an affordable price. But eating zi char all the time gets…
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 and sugar is a staple in our kitchens, and in…
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 around to clear your plates are often enough reason to…
Because post-lecture hunger is real If you’re sick and tired of eating at NUS canteens, we’ve got your back. Here are 10 best makan places near NUS where you can enjoy a meal without burning a big hole in your pocket. A short bus or…
Ko-Mex food with maximum flavour Throughout my summer exchange in Korea earlier this year, I spent a lot of time travelling in and out of Seoul to try all sorts of Korean food. Korean-Mexican, or Ko-Mex, chain Vatos Urban Tacos was on my list of…
Eat your fill and eat even more I’ve always blamed my huge appetite for burning a hole in my pocket. Going for buffets is one of the best deals for big eaters but let’s be real, these supersized meals ain’t cheap. Being on a…
A Malaccan Favourite Brought To Singapore Lok Lok. What is it? That question kept playing in my head even before I stepped foot into Malaysia Local Delights. After getting a glimpse of high shelves piled with sticks of various meats and vegetables, it occurred…
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 River Valley Road, this new patisserie looked a little out…
Natural fruit smoothie on a stick We all want to binge on ice-cream to cool down on hot days, but doing that all the time will make your body cry for help. Stuff yourself with one of these healthy fruit popsicles instead, which are creamy, refreshing and super…
Not your typical bak chor mee Update: Non Entrée Desserts is now permanently closed. Non Entrée Desserts has created quite a stir with stunning desserts like the crazy Chocolate Avalanche and quirky Rubber Ducky. There’s no place quite like this small cafe on Rangoon Road, which…
