China’s most popular tea brand HEYTEA is opening its 4th and newest outlet at VivoCity on 9 January 2021. Fans of the bubble tea brand who are staying in the South in Singapore will no longer have to travel to town to get their bubble tea fix.

The original inventor of cheese tea, HEYTEA first started out as a humble tea shop in the Guangdong province in 2012. Since then, the brand has expanded to more than a hundred shops in China including Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhen and Shenzhen.

The new VivoCity outlet is HEYTEA’s first-ever convenience store concept in Singapore, a first of its kind in Singapore. The new outlet mirrors the functionality of a convenience store not just in design, but with the launch of the HEYTEA GO app, which provides a fuss-free experience in ordering your favourite HEYTEA drink.

Prior to arriving at the store, you can skip the queue and log-on to the HEYTEA GO app to order in advance. The “Order On The Go” service, available at all stores, provides an estimated wait time and sends push notifications to notify customers when their drinks are ready for collection.

To celebrate the opening of HEYTEA’s at VivoCity, the store will be running a one-for-one deal on everything off the menu for a limited time from 9 January 2021 to 11 January 2021. There will also be free merchandise given out to the first 150 customers daily from 9 January 2021 to 13 January 2021.

HEYTEA Singapore has 3 other outlets at ION Orchard, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands and Westgate.

HEYTEA VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk, #01-111
Singapore 098585

Known for its signature Yuzu Ramen, AFURI Ramen Singapore is opening its second outlet at VivoCity on 1 Oct 2020.

The famous ramen shop from Japan opened its first outlet at Funan Mall in June 2019 to much fanfare.

Other than the Yuzu ramen, you can also try several new dishes at the VivoCity outlet and they include Kiwami Ramen, Soft Shell Crab Bun, Kakuni Bun and Spicy Chicken Bun.

AFURI Ramen Singapore
VivoCity #01-168
1 HarbourFront Walk
Singapore 098585

Boat Noodle Sg—popular Halal Thai boat noodle eatery—is opening its 4th outlet at VivoCity in end October 2020. It will be taking over the former Green Dot unit at #02-150 VivoCity.

Boat Noodle Sg started with its first outlet at Changi City Point and they have since opened other locations at Bugis Junction and The Seletar Mall.

Specialising in Thai Boat Noodle, Boat Noodle Sg also serves a selection of cheap and good Thai food including Omelette Rice and Kra Pow Chicken Rice.

Boat Noodle Sg
#02-150 VivoCity
1 HarbourFront Walk, Singapore 098585

One of the best Louisiana seafood restaurants in Singapore, Dancing Crab by TungLok Group is no stranger to us.

With an extensive menu and a huge range of seafood with guaranteed freshness, Dancing Crab is a perennial favourite and a family-friendly restaurant that is suitable for all sorts of occasions and celebrations.

Just when you need another reason to visit them again, we have good news for you – Dancing Crab is introducing a new lunch set menu with prices starting from S$11.90++. We’re in for this pocket-friendly deal, and so should you!

Let’s begin with their classics for they cannot be forgotten.

Get your hands dirty and messy with the Live Crab Combo (S$98++) that comes with 6 different sauces for you to choose from – Signature Cajun, Beurre Blanc, Salted Egg Yolk Butter Cream, Black Pepper, Zesty Garlic Butter and Chilli Crab.

Crack open the crab shells to bite into the plump and juicy pincers; so fresh that you can taste the natural sweetness! Together in the bag are sweet clams, prawns, corn and the slightly spicy chicken sausage for a hearty combination of flavours.   

Black Pepper Crab (S$112++) is a well-loved dish amongst us Singaporeans and Dancing Crab has their own rendition of it! Get a mild kick of spice from the pepper and sweetness from the corn served along with the crabs.

This dish is definitely good for sharing between 3 to 5 pax. For S$112++, you get two big crabs of approximately 700g each.

The Moonshine Vodka Live Prawn (S$38++ for 500g, S$68++ for 1kg) is a fire show that is served table-side. Upon peeling the fresh prawns in your mouth, be prepared for a burst of vodka to hit you on your tongue that will awaken your senses.

Dip the prawns into the garlic chilli sauce to give it an extra punch that creates a great harmony of sweet and spicy.

A side dish to love is the Crab Cake (S$18.50++) and it is something we can never get sick of no matter how many times we’ve had it. Beneath the crunchy batter are hearty lumps of soft and flavourful crab meat.

It is creamy, savoury and especially scrumptious when paired with the ranch sauce served on the side.

You don’t have to travel to Ireland, France, Canada or Australia for fresh and plump oysters; you can find the best in the season from all over the world over at Dancing Crab.

Perfect as an appetiser before digging into the other saucy seafood dishes, make sure to squeeze the lemon generously over the oysters for some toothsome goodness.

The Duck, Waffle and Egg (S$22++) is a serving of duck confit alongside four quarters of fluffy waffles. You will love the crispy and flavourful duck skin! To complement the duck, pair it with the Salted Egg Yolk Sauce and drizzle it all over for a sweet and salty experience.

INTRODUCING THE NEW DANCING CRAB LUNCH SETS

With nothing over S$18.90++, you can indulge in seafood goodness without burning up a hole in your pocket.

Here are some exciting new set lunches that Dancing Crab will be offering.

First up, we have the Lobster Roll that is served with a side of Poached Rice in Lobster Bisque Soup (S$18.90++).

The lobster roll is your classic succulent lobster flesh stuffed in really good buttery toasted brioche buns; an absolute joy to have, we must say. And we really enjoyed the flavourful broth of the Poached Rice in Lobster Bisque Soup and could not stop reaching for more!

The Grilled Chicken Chop served with Beurre Blanc Sauce and Beignet on the side (S$11.90++) was a surprisingly delicious dish that we enjoyed very much albeit it not being a seafood dish.

The Beurre Blanc Sauce was so creamy and flavourful, there were crab meat shreds in it that added some textures and complemented the grilled chicken thigh so well.

Pasta la vista, baby! We would gladly sacrifice our no-carbs streak for this plate of Grilled Kuhlbarra Barramundi Fillet topped with Cajun Sambal Sauce, served alongside Tomato Linguine (S$14.90++).

The barramundi fillet was crispy on the outside with a firm texture on the inside, the pasta beautifully al dente, and when put together with the Cajun Sambal Sauce, it was really a great lunch dish.

VivoCity #03-10
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6222 7377
Daily: 11am – 3pm, 5pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Harbourfront

Orchard Central #07-14/15
181 Orchard Road
Singapore 238896
Tel: +65 6509 1878
Fax: +65 6509 1879
Mon to Fri: 11.30am – 3pm, 6pm – 10pm
Sat & Sun: 11.30 – 3pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

The Grandstand
200 Turf Club Road
#01-20/21 Singapore 287994
Tel: +65 6466 3303
Tue to Fri: 5pm – 10.30pm
Sat, Sun & PH: 11.30am – 3pm, 5pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Sixth Avenue

This post is brought to you by Dancing Crab.

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Gram—famous souffle pancakes from Japan—is coming to Singapore.

You’d probably have seen photos and boomerang videos of these fluffy pancakes on Instagram. They jiggle when you shake the plate, they really do. Gram Cafe & Pancakes will be opening in Singapore at VivoCity level 2 in June 2019.

The soufflé pancakes come in a stack of three thick pieces. The cream-coloured goodie is cooked to order and served warm, and freshness is guaranteed. This means you should tuck into it right after taking your photos and boomerang videos.

And yes, they do live up to the hype. It is not just a marketing gimmick as you might see it as. Well, we admit we were sceptical too but hell, were we proven wrong!

In Japan, Gram Cafe & Pancakes serves only 20 soufflé pancakes at these three timings—11am, 3pm & 6pm. It is not clear if Gram Cafe & Pancakes Singapore will have the same approach.

Gram Cafe & Pancakes Singapore
VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk, Singapore 098585
Nearest Station: Harbourfront

Nayuki has finally reached our sunny shores and we bet you are as excited as we are!

Priding themselves on serving high-quality brews alongside whacky soft Euro breads, Nayuki isn’t just another typical cheese tea store that is hopping onto the bandwagon of food fads.

An extremely popular brand in China that has already been around for more than three years, Nayuki is said to pioneer the concept of pairing Euro-inspired bakes with fresh fruit blend premium teas. Their success has led them to open dozens of outlets across mainland China. Since its beginning in 2015, this Shenzhen-born brand has opened an over 180 stores, earning themselves the reputation of “The Nayuki Veloci-tea” due to their rapid expansion.

A joint venture between Shenzhen Pindao and BreadTalk Group, this is Nayuki’s very first outlet outside of China. And it is right here in Singapore!

Nayuki is set to open at Vivocity tomorrow, 8th December 2018. You’d also be glad to hear that as part of their opening, Nayuki will be giving away one free bread with every purchase of a drink (while stocks last!).

Here is what you can expect!

SUPREME CHEESE FRUIT TEA

Nayuki Singapore will offer just 3 flavours for the Supreme Cheese Fruit Tea Series: Supreme Cheese Strawberry (S$8.30), Supreme Cheese Mango (S$7.90) and Supreme Cheese Grape (S$7.90).

For first-timers, we highly recommend you to get their signature Supreme Cheese Strawberry. Having consistently been the top-seller in its cheese fruit tea range, this beverage is the very one that spurred the brand into investing in a strawberry field. Atop the drink is a velvety blend of cheese derived from New Zealand cheese blocks, adding a tinge of saltiness to the refreshing beverage.

CHEESE FAMOUS TEA

If you’re all about that savoury cheesy goodness but without the sour kick from the fruits, perhaps Nayuki’s range of Cheese Famous Teas will entice you.

Out of the lot, what left the deepest impression on us was the Cheese Ali Mountain Dew (S$5.50), which is the very same brew that won them an award during the Taiwan Winter Tea Competition last year. Oh, and zero sugar is added!

The tea is brewed using tea buds that are painstakingly handpicked before sunrise when the leaves are still covered in morning dew, before being roasted at low temperatures for 40 hours. The result? An aromatic tea that comes with a hint of natural sweetness and floral scents.

PEARL FRESH MILK SERIES

Many food fads have come and gone, but bubble tea is one that has successfully endured the test of time. Nayuki also serves up a range of milk teas that, while rather selective, sure hits all the right spots in terms of quality.

Going back to the classics, Nayuki also serves a neat selection of milk teas in the likes of Fresh Milk Black Pearl (S$4.50), Frosted Cap Oolong Black Pearl (S$5.20), Golden Mountain Black Pearl (S$5.20).

COLD-BREW TEA & FRESH FRUIT TEAS

Tea-lovers can look forward to a range of cold brew offerings too. Their Cold-Brew Tea Series includes the Green Oolong (S$4.20), Frosted Cap Oolong (S$4.20) and Golden Cicada Oolong (S$3.90).

A fun fact: after finishing your tea, the bottle reveals a Chinese poem. Well, random nothings like that give us an odd sense of satisfaction.

SOFT EURO BREAD

Apart from being a stalwart in tea, Nayuki is also famous for their pillowy soft Euro bread, which are said to go hand in hand with the beverages.

There are many types of pairings in the world—cheese and wine, steaks and wine, and many more with wine. But hey, you can pair breads with tea here at Nayuki!

Every bread has a complementing tea flavour, so you really should get a tea and a bread to fully experience the flavours’ totality. For a start, the strawberry ones work well together. You can also ask the servers for various pairing suggestions.

Their signature items are the Strawberry Blush Mystique (S$6.80), Dark Oreo Mystique (S$5.80) and the adorable QQ Pearly Choco Bear (S$3.30), which we can safely say will be a surefire hit amongst children and adults alike.

Catering to the local palates, the MSW Durian Supreme (S$7.80) is Nayuki’s rendition on the King of Fruits—luscious, creamy Mao Shan Wang durian puree is stuffed in a fluffy soft-euro bread and it was so good that we couldn’t stop eating.

As part of their opening promotion, Nayuki will be giving away one free bread with every purchase of a drink from 8th December to 10th December from 11am onwards (while stocks last!).

Try out their signature pairings: Supreme Cheese Strawberry with Strawberry Blush Mystique, Supreme Orange with MSW Durian Supreme, Supreme Cheese Mango and QQ Pearly Choco Bear and Cheese Ali Mountain Dew with A Farmer’s Harvest.

So what are you waiting for?

Nayuki
1 Harbourfront Walk, #01-207
Vivocity
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6252 3618
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Harbourfront

This post was brought to you by Nayuki.

Upholding its reputation as one of the best Louisiana restaurants in Singapore, one can expect only the best of Louisianan seafood to be served on their dining tables at Dancing Crab by TungLok Group. Those who have been to the restaurant would know that a meal there is life changing and the dining experience redefines perspectives of how seafood should be enjoyed.

Dancing Crab has done away with the usual tableware so that diners are able to enjoy their food freely using bare hands. That’s right, the casual restaurant is like a home away from home but much better with scrumptious country-style Cajun seafood, a boisterous atmosphere and creative alcoholic beverages.

We are very excited to share that Dancing Crab has unveiled an updated menu featuring new dishes that come with prices that won’t shock you. Needless to say, signature dishes such as their Dancing Crab Combo Bags are here to stay as well.

Are you ready to find out what Dancing Crab has to offer? You’d be sorry if you do not read on.

DANCING CRAB SIGNATURE SEAFOOD COMBO BAGS

Those who have been to the restaurant would know that the best memories at Dancing Crab are forged when groups share the Signature Combo Bags. There is no need to be shy when you are indulging in the seafood boils.

Go ahead and reach out for that juicy crab pincer, slurp some mussels or whatever you fancy that day. Don’t be afraid to get messy because that is the idea actually; it is all part of the fun!

Dancing Crab Chili Crab Served With Country Bread (S$88++) is a crowd-pleaser and it is not hard to see why. Served fashionably in a handcrafted bread bowl, this dish is more than just a visual feast for your eyes. We recommend dipping the tender crab meat into the thick and savoury chili crab sauce.

You can never go wrong with Dancing Crab Black Pepper Crab (S$88++) as well. This is a perennial Chinese favourite and we love the robust peppery spice that enhances the freshness of the seafood.

Creamy Pepper is a flavour that is exclusive to Dancing Crab @ VivoCity, so make sure you go for this flavour when you order your combo bags at VivoCity’s outlet. In comparison with the rest, this light and creamy sauce will strike a good balance on your palate after the usual heavy sauces.

Other combos that will delight all shellfish affectionados are Crawfish Combo (S$75++) and Dungeness Crab Combo (seasonal price) With Miso Butter. Do note that the Miso Butter sauce is exclusive to Dancing Crab @ Orchard Central.

The Crawfish Combo features 600g of crawfish, 350g of prawns, clams, corn and sausages; while Dungeness Crab Combo is filled with 1 large Dungeness Crab, 350g of prawns, clams, corn and sausages.

APPETISERS

Dancing Crab may be known for their signature combo selections but you should never skip the appetisers on the menu.

For salads, we loved the Crab and Shrimp Ceviche Salad (lunch – S$12++, dinner – S$15++) and Cajun Sweet Potato Salad (lunch – S$12++. dinner – S$15++). The former is a delightful plate of leafy greens with fresh shrimps and tender crab meat while the latter boasts crispy deep-fried sweet potatoes lying atop crunchy green vegetables.

If you are looking for something comforting, Crabby Corn Chowder (lunch – S$8++, dinner – S$10++) is what you have to order.

DANCING CRAB CLASSICS

You probably wouldn’t think of anything non-seafood when at Dancing Crab, but we are telling you the Chicken and Waffles (S$15++) is the bomb. The deep-fried chicken is ever insanely addictive—crispy golden brown chicken skin that crumbles when you bite into it, unveiling tender white chicken meat beneath. On top of that, you also get warm waffles that go really well with sweet honey and cream.

Nothing screams party food like Crab Nachos (S$12++). The portion of nachos is generous, making it great for sharing and is best paired with cold booze. Other Dancing Crab Classics to look out for include Popcorn Shrimp Po’ Boy (S$15++) and Lobster Roll (S$29.90++).

SINGLE PLATES

Thinking of dropping by for a quick meal during lunch? Dancing Crab has got that covered with their rice and pasta dishes which come in a wide array of flavours.

Pasta “Goreng” (lunch – S$12++, dinner – S$15++) is a mee goreng inspired dish. The fried noodles are replaced with traditional spaghetti and we applaud the chef’s creativity in infusing local spices together with the pasta and seafood ingredients.

Fans of Aglio Olio should not skip Dancing Crab’s Seafood Aglio Olio (lunch – S$12, dinner S$15++)—what you get is a plate of warm, buttery pasta with fresh seafood such as prawn, clams, mussels and calamari.

Originating from coastal South Carolina and Georgia, Shrimp and Grits (lunch – S$15++, dinner – S$17++) is an iconic Southern dish. While it looks like a simple recipe, the rich and creamy grit received many praises from all of us at the table.

FROZEN BEER IN SEVEN FLAVOURS

Nothing goes better with seafood than a mug of ice-cold beer. But why stop at one when you can have seven different flavours?!

Options include French Vanilla, Mango, Lychee, Watermelon, Wild-berry, Bubblegum for the adventurous and Plain for those who simply prefer the classic taste of beer. Mix and match any four flavours for S$32++.

MASSIVE ICE CREAM SUNDAE TO END YOUR MEAL WITH A BANG

The kid in us was screaming in delight when we saw this massive ice cream sundae which can easily feed more than 5 people!

Layers upon layers of ice cream, marshmallow and strawberries are piled on top of each other to build this outrageous ice cream sundae. That is not all—it is then topped off with more ice cream cones, waffles, creamy whipped cream and strawberries.

Dancing Crab
VivoCity #03-10
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6222 7377
Daily: 11am – 3pm, 5pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Harbourfront

Orchard Central #07-14/15
181 Orchard Road
Singapore 238896
Tel: +65 6509 1878
Fax: +65 6509 1879
Mon to Fri: 11.30am – 3pm, 6pm – 10pm
Sat & Sun: 11.30 – 3pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

The Grandstand
200 Turf Club Road
#01-20/21 Singapore 287994
Tel: +65 6466 3303
Tue to Fri: 5pm – 10.30pm
Sat, Sun & PH: 11.30am – 3pm, 5pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Sixth Avenue

This post is brought to you by Dancing Crab.

Located in HarbourFront, VivoCity is currently the largest retail and lifestyle shopping mall in Singapore comprising a total land area of 1,500,000 square feet.

Besides being well known for its open space design concept and retail shops, VivoCity also boasts a myriad of dining options ranging from family-friendly restaurants to big eateries and mini food stalls.

Heading to VivoCity for a meal anytime soon? You will find all that you need in our VivoCity Food Directory.

8TARTS N PASTRIES
#B2-K4 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6276 0915
Daily: 10am – 10pm

AONE CLAYPOT HOUSE
#B2-25 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6251 9288
Daily: 10am – 10pm

ARTISAN BOULANGERIE CO.
#01-163 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6278 8500
Daily: 10am – 10pm

AUNTIE ANNE’S
#B2-K6 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Daily: 10am – 10pm

AWFULLY CHOCOLATE
#01-156 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6410 9725
Daily: 10am – 10pm

BAKERZIN
#01-207 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6438 8700
Daily: 10am – 10pm

BARRIO BY MEX OUT
#01-116 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6265 6260
Daily: 10am – 10pm

BEARD PAPA’S
#B2-K13 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Daily: 10am – 10pm

BEN & JERRY’S
#02-135 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6376 9917
Daily: 11am – 10pm

BLACK SOCIETY
#02-156 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6376 9740
Daily: 10am-10pm

BORNGA
#02-123 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6376 8268
Daily: 10am-10pm

BREADTALK & TOAST BOX
#B2-34 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6278 4434
Daily: 8am – 10pm

BROTZEIT GERMAN RESTAURANT & BAR
#01-149 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6272 8815
Mon to Thu: 12pm – 12 Midnight
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 1am

BURGER KING
#02-80 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6376 9291
Daily: 10am – 10pm

CAFFEBENE
#02-150 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6635 1778
Daily: 10am – 10pm

CARL’S JUNIOR
#02-50 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6820 2720
Daily: 10am – 10pm

CENTRAL HONG KONG CAFE
#B2-13 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6376 8270
Daily: 10am – 10pm

CHARCOAL THAI
#03-07 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6222 3880
Daily: 11am – 10.30pm

CHURRO 101
#B2-K16 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Daily: 10am – 10pm

COLD STONE CREAMERY
#02-K1 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6376 9352
Daily: 11am – 10pm

COSTA COFFEE
#01-100 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6276 0514
Daily: 9am – 10pm

CRAVE
#B2-K23 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6255 5926
Daily: 10am – 10pm

CRYSTAL JADE DINING IN
#01-112 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6278 5626
Mon to Fri: 11.30am – 3pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Sat, Sun & PH: 10.30am – 4pm, 6pm – 10.30pm

CRYSTAL JADE JIANG NAN
#01-52 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6221 1830
Mon to Fri: 11.30am – 10pm
Sat, Sun & PH: 11am – 10pm

DANCING CRAB
#03-10 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6222 7377
Daily: 11am – 3pm, 5pm – 10pm

DIAN XIAO ER
#02-138 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6376 9786
Mon to Fri: 11.30am – 3.30pm, 5.30pm – 10pm
Sat, Sun & PH: 11.30am – 10pm

DON YOUR PERSONAL PIE CLUB
#B2-K3 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6376 8323
Daily: 10am – 10pm

EARLE SWENSEN’S
#02-117 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6272 3306
Daily: 10.30am – 10.30pm

FAMOUS AMOS
#B2-K11 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6352 2771
Daily: 10am – 10pm

FISH & CO.
#02-116 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6224 3176
Daily: 11.30am – 11pm

FRUIT PARADISE
#01-59 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6376 9978
Daily: 11.30am – 10pm

GARRETT POPCORN
#01-159 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6376 9523
Mon to Fri: 10.30am – 10pm
Sat & Sun: 10am – 10pm

GODIVA BELGIUM 1926
#02-05 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6352 0061
Daily: 10am – 10pm

HODO LOCO
#B2-K10 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 9155 8975
Daily: 10am – 10pm

HONEYMOON DESSERT
#01-93 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6376 0027
Daily: 11am – 10pm

HONG KONG EGGLET
#B2-K17 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Daily: 10am – 10pm

HONG KONG KIM GARY RESTAURANT
#02-128 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6376 8183
Daily: 11am – 10pm

ICHIBAN BOSHI
#B2-07 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6376 8318
Daily: 11am – 10pm

IRVIN’S SALTED EGG
#B2-K25 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6264 7090
Daily: 10am – 10pm

JAMIE’S ITALIAN
#01-165 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6733 5500
Mon to Thu: 12pm – 10pm
Fri: 12pm – 11pm
Sat: 11am – 11pm
Sun: 11am – 10pm

JAPANESE GOURMET TOWN
#01-157 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6224 9690
Daily: 10am – 10pm

JIA XIANG SARAWAK KUCHING KOLOMEE
#B2-38 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6272 0000
Daily: 10am – 10pm

JPOT
#01-53 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6273 3536
Mon to Fri: 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 11pm
Sat, Sun & PH: 12pm – 11pm

KRISPY KREME
#B2-K2 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6221 7263
Daily: 10am – 10pm

LENU CHEF WAI’S NOODLE BAR
#02-91 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6376 9039
Mon to Fri: 11am – 10pm
Sat, Sun & PH: 10.30am – 10pm

LONDON FAT DUCK
#B2-29 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6221 6689
Mon to Fri: 11am – 10pm
Sat, Sun & PH: 10am – 10pm

LONG JOHN SILVER’S
#02-94 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6376 9452
Daily: 8am - 10pm

MADAM KWAN’S
#01-152 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6271 9989
Daily: 10am – 10pm

MAK’S NOODLE
#B2-27 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6358 2582
Daily: 11am – 10pm

MARCHÉ MÖVENPICK
#03-14 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6376 8226
Mon to Fri: 11am – 11pm
Sat & Sun: 10am – 11pm

MCDONALD’S
#B2-40 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6376 8197
Daily: 7am – 10pm

MENYA MUSASHI
#01-104 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6376 9519
Daily: 10am – 10pm

MILK & HONEY
#B2-K8 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6352 2580
Daily: 10am – 10pm

MINI MELTS
#B2-K7 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Daily: 10am – 10pm

MODESTO’S
#03-11 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6376 9808
Daily: 12pm – 10pm

MONSTER CURRY
#02-126 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6221 3308
Daily: 11am – 10pm

MORGANFIELD’S
#01-51A VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6225 0501
Daily: 10am – 10pm

MR BEAN
#B2-K15/#B2-K9 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6221 5102
Daily: 8am/10am – 10pm

NAM KEE JB HANDMADE PAU
#B2-K17 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Daily: 10am – 10pm

NO SIGNBOARD SEAFOOD RESTAURANT
#03-02 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6376 9959
Daily: 11am – 10.30pm

NYONYA & BABA PERANAKAN CUISINE
#01-54 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6376 9138
Daily: 11am – 11pm

OLD CHANG KEE
#B2-K21 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6224 3769
Daily: 10am – 10pm

PAIK’S BIBIM
#02-125 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6377 0696
Daily: 11.30am – 10pm

PARADISE DYNASTY
#03-08A VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6376 8103
Mon to Fri: 11am – 10pm
Sat, Sun & PH: 10.30am – 10pm

PEZZO
#B2-K15 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Daily: 10am – 10pm

POULET
#01-175 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6376 9087
Daily: 11.30am – 10pm

PRIMA DELI
#B2-K1 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6225 4579
Daily: 10am – 10pm

PUTIEN
#02-131 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6376 9358
Mon to Fri: 11.30am – 3pm, 5.30pm – 10pm
Sat, Sun & PH: 11.30am – 4.30pm, 5.30pm – 10pm

RIVE GAUCHE PATISSERIE
#B2-K5 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6376 8046
Daily: 10am – 9.30pm

SAINT MARC CAFE
#01-108 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6222 2309
Sun to Thu: 9.30am – 10.30pm
Fri, Sat & PH: 9.30am – 11pm

SECRET RECIPE
#02-108 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6376 9618
Daily: 10am – 10pm

SERENITY SPANISH BAR & RESTAURANT
#01-98  VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6376 8185
Sun to Tue: 11am – 11pm
Wed to Sat & PH: 11am – 12 Midnight

SHIN KUSHIYA
#02-120 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6275 8766
Mon to Thu: 11.30am – 10pm
Fri to Sun, Eve PH & PH: 11.30am – 11.30pm

SNACKZ IT!
#B2-K24 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Daily: 10am – 10pm

SOUP RESTAURANT
#02-141 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6376 9969
Daily: 11.30am – 10pm

STARBUCKS COFFEE
#01-168/#02-60 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6271 5634
Daily: 8am – 10pm

STUFF’D
#B2-K18 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6264 9181
Daily: 10am – 10pm

SUBWAY
#B2-31 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6227 7968
Daily: 8.30am – 10pm

SUSHI GOSHIN BY AKASHI
#B2-28 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6376 9972
Daily: 11.30am – 10pm

SUSHI TEI
#02-152 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel : +65 6376 9591
Daily: 11.30am – 10pm

TAJIMAYA YAKINIKU / SHABUYA
#01-102 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6377 0070
Mon to Fri: 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 10pm
Sat, Sun & PH: 11.30am – 4pm, 6pm – 10pm

TARTA
#B2-K19 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6225 8827
Daily: 10am – 10pm

TASTE BETTER
#B2-K12 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Daily: 10am – 10pm

TCC – THE CONNOISSEUR CONCERTO
#02-149 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6221 5455
Daily: 10am – 10pm

TEPPEI DAIDOKORO
#B2-K22 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6264 9322
Daily: 10am – 10pm

TEXAS CHICKEN
#B2-24 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6225 8166
Daily: 10am – 10pm

THAI ACCENT
#02-145 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6376 9282
Daily: 11.30am – 10pm

THAIEXPRESS
#B2-30 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6272 1912
Daily: 10am – 10pm

THE CHOP HOUSE
#01-161 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6376 9262
Mon to Sat & Eve PH: 11.30am – 10pm
Sun & PH: 11am – 10pm

THE COFFEE BEAN & TEA LEAF
#02-03 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6376 9924
Daily: 7.30am – 10pm

THE KING LOUIS BAR & GRILL
#03-07A VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6276 0862
Sun to Thu: 12pm – 10pm
Fri, Sat & Eve PH: 12pm – 11pm

THE QUEEN & MANGOSTEEN
#01-106 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6376 9380
Mon to Thu: 12pm – 11.45pm
Fri: 12pm – 1am
Sat: 10am – 1pm
Sun: 10am – 11.45pm

THE SOUP SPOON UNION
#B2-37 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6274 1979
Mon to Thu: 11am – 10pm
Fri & Eve PH: 11am – 10.30pm
Sat: 10am – 10.30pm
Sun & PH: 10am – 10pm

TOSS & TURN BY CEDELE
#01-113 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6221 1396
Daily: 10am – 10pm

TUNGLOK SIGNATURES
#01-57 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6376 9555
Mon to Sat: 11.30am – 3pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Sun: 11am – 3.30pm, 6pm – 10.30pm

TWELVE CUPCAKES
#B2-K14 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Daily: 11am – 10pm

UYI SAVOURY SQUID
#B2-K20 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6376 9555
Daily: 11am – 10pm

WINGSTOP
#02-143 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6265 3690
Mon to Fri: 11am – 10pm
Sat & Sun: 10.30am – 10pm

YA KUN KAYA TOAST
#B2-26 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6225 5789
Sun to Thu: 8.15am – 10pm
Fri, Sat & Eve PH: 8.15am – 10.30pm

YAMI YOGURT
#B2-K13 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6276 5800
Daily: 10am – 10pm

If you were a #90skid, Mini Melts is probably a name you are familiar with. Known for their adorable, molecular ice cream, the brand has just recently returned to Singapore after being gone for years.

The kaleidoscopic ice cream isn’t just cute, it’s also super Instagram-worthy. Some of the flavours currently available include Double Chocolate, Rainbow Ice, Cookies & Cream, Cotton Candy, Cheesecake and Strawberry Milk, all of which come in rainbow, pastel hues.

Quote ladyironchef or flash this post to enjoy Mini Melts Big at S$2.90 with any purchase at Mini Melts.

It is the tiniest ice cream on earth, and is made with natural ingredients, frozen in liquid nitrogen to create the milky, creamy texture that literally melts in the mouth. No prizes for guessing how the brand came up with its name.

Besides getting individual flavours, fans of the micro-sized ice cream can also pick two different Mini Melts flavours in the cap bowl, so you can get the best of both worlds!

But now, the brand is shaking things up by “upsizing” their mini ice cream bites by introducing the Mini Melts Big – available at the Mini Melts store in VivoCity.

50 times bigger than the size of the original Mini Melts, these larger balls of goodness come in three fresh fruity flavours. Grape Soda is a refreshing mix of sweet and sour, while the zesty Pineapple Orange is the perfect icy, summery treat to combat our sweltering heat. The Peach Kiwi flavour is also another refreshing option!

It might be 50 times larger, but the Mini Melts Big sorbet still remains bite-sized. They are also made with real juice and natural ingredients!

Now you know where we’ll be heading for refreshing pick-me-ups.

Mini Melts Singapore
#B2-K7 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk, Singapore 098585
Daily: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Harbourfront

This post is brought to you by Mini Melts Singapore.

Mini Melts has opened in Singapore! We have fond memories of Mini Melts, an ice cream that we grew up eating. Seems that we haven’t had it for like 15 years!

The unique molecular ice cream come in the form of really tiny ice cream balls – colourful and with a distinct texture that is very creamy with every bite. Originating from the U.S., Mini Melts was once in Singapore and it used to be one reward we loved when we fared well in school.

Now that it has returned to town, we are certainly more excited than anyone else. “Taste it and love it,” the tagline reads. We’ve tasted it, loved it, and missed it. And with Mini Melts returning to Singapore, we are all psyched about “The Ice Cream Dream”!

Mini Melts is all about fun-size ice cream in a rainbow of colours. It is the smallest nitrogen ice cream in the world. Imported from Korea, every grain is made with fresh and natural ingredients that are frozen instantly using liquid nitrogen at -195 degrees. And unlike typical ice cream, Mini Melts’ ice cream does not have any air whipped into it. What you get is beautifully creamy grains that are naturally flavoured.

Sitting on the basement level of Vivo City, Mini Melts has opened its doors with a new iconic cap bowl, which is definitely our pick! With 7 flavours to anticipate, which are Double Chocolate, Rainbow Ice, Cookies & Cream, Cotton Candy, Cheesecake, Strawberry Milk, and Lemon Lime, you would definitely pick the cap bowl so you can enjoy two flavours at a time!

The most classic has to be Double Chocolate, which features rich chocolate and vanilla. But what we would do with our combo cap is Cookies & Cream and Rainbow Ice, so that we get a knack for sweeter flavour and also a tropical delight!

Mini Melts Singapore
#B2-K7 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk, Singapore 098585
Daily: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Harbourfront

This post was brought to you by Mini Melts Singapore.

When the news came that Jamie Oliver is opening a restaurant in Singapore – the first Jamie’s Italian in Asia – the hype about it was overwhelming and unbelievably crazy. Jamie Oliver is a household name, and arguably one of the most famous British chefs in the world. The arrival of his restaurant in Singapore further emphasises Singapore’s position as a dining destination in Asia.

Jamie’s Italian Singapore officially opens its door at Vivo City today, and here are some of the highlights that you can expect from Jamie Oliver’s new restaurant.

As with all the Jamie’s Italian restaurants around the world, the menu is extensive, with offerings of antipasti, pasta and risotto dishes, and main courses that are hearty and rustic.

The Planks – platters of meat and fish – are a great way to start, especially if you are in a big group. The Meat Plank (S$15.50/pax) consists of cured meats, cheeses, pickles and a crunchy salad. We also sampled the Fish Plank (S$17/pax), a seafood version with an assortment of beetroot-cured salmon, roasted shellfish, smoked mackerel pate and delicious fritto misto, which tastes great with yuzu mayo.

If you are a fan of olives, you should also go for their World’s Best Olives on Ice (S$7.50). The other starter that we had was the Baked Mushrooms (S$12.50). It was decent, but nothing to write home about. The Crispy Squid (S$11.50) and Crispy Stuffed Risotto Balls (S$11.50) sound promising, and we would probably get them the next time.

At Jamie’s Italian, pastas are made fresh in-house daily, and they are naturally one of the highlights. The best part is that they come in two portions – a smaller serving which is meant to be an appetiser, and the regular size as a main course – which gives you the option of getting more dishes for sharing.

The most popular pasta on the menu is the Prawn Linguine (S$17/25) with fried garlicky prawns. But while we have not tried this, we have to give mentions to the Tagliatelle Bolognese (S$15/22) – which we had when we were in Jamie’s Italian London previously, and it is surely one dish not to be missed because this classic pasta is so satisfying.

We could not resist ordering the Wild Truffle Risotto (S$16/24.50). It was excellent, with subtle taste of the finely chopped truffle lingering on the tongue. We had this same dish at London and much to our surprise, we felt the Singapore’s version was significantly more impressive. Also good was the Jools’ Favourite Sicilian Tuna Fusilli (S$14/21), which is apparently the must-have dish for Jools (Jamie Oliver’s wife) whenever she is at the restaurant. We loved how the herby breadcrumbs added an extra texture to the flavourful pasta with slow-cooked tuna, tomatoes, garlic, and herbs.

Other pastas on the menu include the Pasta Alla Norma (S$12.50/19), Penne Arrabbiata (S$12.50/19), Black Angel Spagehtti (S$16/24.50), and Sausage Pappardelle (S$16/24).

Among the main courses, you might be tempted by the Veal Flash Steak (S$32.50) and The Jamie’s Italian Wagyu Burger (S$27.50). One of the exclusive dishes for Jamie’s Italian Singapore is the Pink Snapper Acqua Pazza (S$32). While it was not out-of-the-world-good, it was a pleasantly comforting dish that you can eat on a regular basis – which is exactly what Jamie Oliver is known for.

Sweet treats such as Tutti Frutti Lemon Meringue Pie (S$11.50) and the Sour Cherry Bakewell (S$9.50) were decent, but not particularly outstanding.

But what we really loved were the Tiramisu (S$11.50) and Panna Cotta (S$9). The former – a strong and intense coffee-flavoured triffle with orange mascarpone and chocolate, and the latter – a simple and well-made dessert which is rich and creamy yet not overly sweet, exactly how a good panna cotta should be. We dare say it is one of the better renditions in town.

Jamie’s Italian takes reservations, but from what we understand, it is already fully-booked for the next few weeks. So, the only way is to try your luck for a table as walk-in guests.

While Jamie Oliver is a household name and brand, expectations are naturally developed and raised. However, one pointer that you may want to take note of prior to your visit to the inaugural Asian outlet – Jamie’s Italian is positioned to be a casual Italian restaurant, catering to the masses with fuss-free cuisine of rustic and homely pastas. Definitely not the posh fine-dining establishment that many might be expecting across all Jamie Oliver’s restaurants.

I like Jamie’s Italian and I think it blends in perfectly with Singapore’s local food scene. I would not be surprised if they were to open more branches in Singapore in the near future, and eventually in the rest of Asia.

Jamie’s Italian Singapore
1 HarbourFront Walk,
VivoCity, #01-165/167
Tel: +65 67335500
Daily: 11.30am to 11pm (All day dining)
Nearest Station: Harbourfront
Note: This was an invited media tasting.

For more recommendations, read my list of best Italian restaurants in Singapore

Tanjong Beach Club (TBC) by the Lo & Behold Group is the perfect place to escape from the city and enjoy a day of sun, sand and sea. It has a restaurant (The Dining Room), a bar and a pool facing the beach.

The Dining Room at Tanjong Beach Club offers a unique beach dining experience, and after dinner, you can laze by the pool and enjoy a Tanjong Martini with truffle fries. The beach house at Sentosa is modern, sexy and definitely the place to see and be seen.

The crowd at Tanjong Beach Club is quite diverse. From the beach goers in cargo shorts, bikinis and flip flops, lazing by the pool side during the weekends; to young working executives on a romantic dinner date; to well-heeled cliente with an appreciation for the finer things in life – there is a good mix of crowd.

Since it was a Friday night, we had a glass of champagne each. Actually, even if it wasn’t a Friday night, I’d still have a glass of champagne.

As usual, we had a hard time trying to decide on the dishes. So we took the easy way out and asked for recommendations. On my own, I probably would not order a salad, but the Bean Salad ($19) came highly recommended so we started with that.

We followed up with the Salt-cured Foie Gras ($27), which I thought was pretty cool. The goose liver was served with toasted brioche, kaya and house-made jam. Eaten together, the cold foie gras combination was quite amazing. But I would very much prefer to have pan seared foie gras.

The best, however, had yet to come – we had the freaking awesome truffle fries. Having heard so much about Tanjong Beach Club’s popular bar snack – which my friend proclaimed as the best truffle fries in Singapore – I wasn’t prepared to leave the place without trying it.

The bar menu isn’t available in the dining room, and vice versa. Still, we managed to convince the waitress to serve us the truffle fries while waiting for the rest of the appetisers to be served.

The dining room at Tanjong Beach Club has a good mix for its main course menu. We were tempted by the Crispy Atlantic Cod ($42) and the Spicy Crab Spaghetti ($32); while the Roasted Kurobuta Pork ($43) and Asparagus Risotto ($26) also called out to us. We eventually settled for the Maine Lobster Pot Pie ($58) and USDA Prime New York Strip Steak ($58).

Encased by flaky pastry crust, the lobster pot pie was quite a visual treat for the senses. We watched as the waitress poked a hole into the crust and unearthed the lobster from within. It was like digging for treasure!

The USDA Prime New York Strip Steak ($58) came with potato puree, roasted mushroom, and smoked eggplant. It was a gorgeous piece of meat, but unfortunately, it was way too salty.

We used the elimination method to choose our desserts. Since we weren’t keen on the Mixed Berry Bowl and ice cream, it was down to the Coconut Panna Cotta ($14), Chocolate Ganache Tart ($16) and Tea & Honey Parfeit ($14). We decided to leave the Panna Cotta for another day and had the other two desserts to end off the meal.

I thought that the Chocolate Ganache Tart – which was accompanied by salted candied hazelnuts, butterscotch sauce and vanilla bean ice cream – was pretty fabulous.

The Tea & Honey Parfeit ($14) came in a pretty glass of earl grey crémeux, honey ice cream, house-made honeycomb and chocolate crisp.

The Dining Room at Tanjong Beach Club (TBC) is a great option if you want a nice romantic dinner away from the city. The food is not out-of-this-world good, so don’t come here expecting a life-changing experience. Instead, come here if you want a unique beach-dining experience. The TBC, is after all, one of the few Beach restaurants in Singapore.

I will definitely go back for brunch during weekends.

Singapore Food Blog Review
The Dining Room at Tanjong Beach Club
120 Tanjong Beach Walk
Tanjong Beach Club Sentosa
Tel: 6270 1355
Lunch: 12noon – 2.30pm (Tue – Fri)
Dinner: 6.30pm – 10pm (Tue – Sat)
Brunch: 10am – 4.30pm (Weekend)

Note: This was an invited media tasting.

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I’ll be honest. My visit to Ximending Taiwanese Restaurant at Vivocity was a disappointment. The food that we had was pretty good, but the service from the manager was atrocious.

If you have been reading my blog, I’m sure you’d know that I only blog about restaurants that give a positive dining experience.  I always believe that bloggers must be responsible, and not publish any accusations which might potentially hurt somebody. Restaurants are running a business afterall, and it is difficult to please everyone since we all have different likings.

That said, I decided to blog about this because we enjoyed the food, though, it was a shame that we didn’t exactly had a great time overall.

Right from the start when we first took the menu, the manager persistently persuaded us to go for the pricier items though we had politely refused and specified we only wanted those that we ordered. After placing our order, we asked for ice water and he told us that they only serve it upon request. And again, he tried to convince us to order from the drinks menu. He reluctantly served us ice water after we told him repeatedly and firmly that we didn’t want any drinks from the menu.

Anyway, back to the food. Ximending restaurant’s menu (most dishes are under $20) has quite a few options, and it took us a while before deciding on what to order.

We tried the Taiwanese Salt & Pepper Chicken – a popular Taiwanese street food; Radish & Egg Pancake ($10) – a must-try dish to go along with Taiwanese porridge; and the signature Taiwanese Three Cup (san bei) Chicken ($17.9). We also ordered the Stewed Pork Belly with Preserved Vegetables ($9.9), but they only informed us that it was sold-out after we’ve almost finished all our food.

All in all, Ximending restaurant has pretty good Taiwanese food at decent prices, but the service was a let-down. Given that we do not have many Taiwanese restaurants in Singapore, the only places to satisfy my cravings for Taiwanese food are Shin Yeh restaurant at Liang Court, I love Taimei, 4 Season Taiwanese Cuisine (formerly Peng Lai Ge), and Oasis Taiwan Porridge Restaurant.

I don’t think I will re-visit Ximending restaurant again. How about you? Would you go back to a restaurant (with good food) if the service was bad?

Singapore Food Blog
Ximending Taiwanese Restaurant
1 HarbourFront Walk
#01-51A VivoCity
Tel: +65 6376 8018

Words by Missim | Photography by ladyironchef

Specialising in Heng Hwa cuisine, Putien Restaurant has quickly expanded from its flagship restaurant at Kitchener road to a restaurant chain with 8 outlets in Singapore: Vivocity, Marina Square, Parkway Parade, Jurong Point, Tampines Mall, City Square Mall and nex.

Putien restaurant has recently launched a new Summer menu. The seasonal dishes are mostly light and refreshing ingredients to complement the warm and humid weather.

The first few dishes that came were little light starters to whet your appetite. The Organic Momotaro Tomato ($4.90) from their Summer Menu came in nice thick juicy slices. There was powdered sugar topping over it which I like! Anything that is coated with sugar is wonderful.

The Iced Bitter Gourd ($5.90), on the other hand, was not much to my liking. Don’t get me wrong. I love bitter gourds in fish slice bee hoons, fried with eggs and what not. But not serving it with a chock-full of ice and eating it cold. It reminded me of carbonated water. I can never get used to the weird mix of coldness and the slight bitterness. Even the honey (which you are supposed to dip the bitter gourd into) did not help at all.

Pretty though.

My second favourite meal from the dinner! Snails, I absolutely loved sucking on the tiny little shells. I was even sucking on them after dessert was cleared! My only complaint for the Sauteed Sea Snails with Hua Diao Wine ($13.90) will be that the snails are awfully tiny. They look much bigger on the menu.

A few more dishes came and went but they did not leave a huge impression on me. And finally, the very famous Putien Lor Mee ($7.9/$15.9/$23.9). The first thing that strikes you is the very light coloured gravy. There was also an interesting mix of ingredients like prawns and clams. I took a tentative spoonful of mian and gravy. Man, it was yummy as hell. How yummy? I’m not too sure. I just remember clearing up my bowl and going for seconds and more and more till every last drop of gravy was slurped up completely.

Putien Restaurant serves reasonably good food at reasonable prices. With 8 branches in Singapore, it is a very convenient place for families to drop by for dinner.

Singapore Food Blog Review
Putien Restaurant
City Square Mall #02-51/54 Tel: +65 6509 6015
Jurong Point #02-34 Tel: +65 6795 2338
127A Kitchener Road Tel: +65 6295 6358
Marina Square #02-205 Tel: +65 6336 4068
nex #02-19 Tel: +65 6634 7833
Parkway Parade #02-13/13A Tel: +65 6345 6358
Tampines Mall #B1-K19/27 Tel: +65 6781 2162
VivoCity Food Republic #03-01B Tel: +65 6376 9358

Note: This was an invited media session

There are many restaurants in Vivocity, but I always find it hard to decide on what to eat. I’ve announced on twitter that I wanted to try all the Vivo City restaurants, so as to do a guide on where to eat in Vivocity.

My friend was craving for sushi and sashimi that day, so we settled on a Japanese Restaurant for lunch. Shin Kushiya Japanese Charcoal Grill has been around since 2006, and they currently have four outlets in Singapore: Serangoon Gardens, Suntec City, Far East Square and Vivocity.

The Japanese Restaurant specialises in charcoal-grilled skewers, with choices of chicken, pork, beef, lamb, seafood, and vegetable. Prices range from $2 for a stick of Yakitori, to $3.8 for prime beef, and $9.8 for lamb chop. Besides charcoal-grilled skewers, Shin Kushiya also has the typical Sushi, Sashimi, Agemono, and Udon on their menu.

The executive set lunch ($29.80) comprises salmon sashimi, chawanmushi, Japanese salad, assorted tempura, sushi selection, appetiser, soup and dessert of the day.

We shared three skewers: Yakitori ($1.9), Chizu Maki ($2.8) and Gyu Karubi ($3.8). My favourite was definitely the Chizu Maki – Mozzarella cheese wrapped with thinly-sliced pork. We also like the succulent and tender prime beef stick. The Yakitori, on the other hand, was fairly decent, nothing much to shout about.

Most of the items on Shin Kushiya’s menu are reasonably priced, and their Japanese food is competent. I can definitely see myself coming back if I’m having dinner in Vivocity.

For more recommendations, read my list of Japanese Restaurants in Singapore

Singapore Food Blog Review
Shin Kushiya Japanese Chargoal Grill
1 Harbourfront Walk
#02-120-122 VivoCity Singapore
Tel: +65 6275 8766

33-35 Pekin Street
Far East Square Singapore
Tel: +65 6438 8991

3 Temasek Boulevard
#01-031 Suntec City Mall Singapore
Tel: +65 6337 3988

1 Maju Avenue
#02-03/06 myVillage @ Serangoon Garden
Tel: +65 6634 2816

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