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Monthly Archives: July 2014
Late Night Dining at Quayside Fish Bar & Bistro
While Melody and I don’t have the habit of eating late at night, there are times when we want a nice spot to have supper with friends and hangout till midnight. Most kitchens only operate till 10pm, and more often than not, they only serve a limited menu of finger food and drinks after that. Which is why we are happy to let you in on a little secret.
Quayside Fish Bar & Bistro, one of our go-to places for fresh and good quality seafood, opens till when the owls come out to play, and they have a late night nibbles menu which not only features your usual snacks, but also a pretty comprehensive selection of appetisers and mains.
Regulars at Quayside Fish Bar & Bistro will be thrilled to know that the signature Chilli Crab Linguine (S$28) is available on the late night menu. Other supper options include Tiger Beer Battered Halibut (S$26), Tuna Tataki (S$19), and Homemade Pumpkin Gnocchi (S$25). And if you want to do a little guilt-free indulging, there is always the Baby Romaine Lettuce (S$16).
Feeling peckish and just want a light bite? Go for the White Truffle Scented Shoestrings Fries (S$9) and a Bloody Mary Shooter (S$4) – you are ready to rock and roll all night! Besides, any time is a good time for Quayside Fish Bar & Bistro’s Truffle Fries!
Quayside Fish Bar & Bistro is a great destination for desserts, too. The Homemade Tiramisu (S$14) remains one of the best that we have had in town. And here’s the deal – we tried the White Truffle Flavoured Lava Chocolate Cake (S$12) recently, and we fell head over heels in love with it. We can’t say what exactly, but it is one rendition you must not miss out on. Alternatively, the Black Sesame Cheese Pound Cake (S$14), with chocolate soil, dehydrated lychee, and a scoop of chocolate gelato, is a fine way to end your night.
Quayside Fish Bar & Bistro
31 Ocean Way #01-11
Quayside Isle, Sentosa Cove
Tel: +65 6268 8633
Tue: 9am – 12 midnight
Wed & Thu: 12pm – 12 midnight
Fri: 12pm – 1am
Sat: 9am – 1am
Sun: 9am – 12 midnight
Nearest Station: Harbourfront
This post is brought to you by Quayside Fish Bar & Bistro.
Guide to Millenia Walk’s Unique Food Places
You know your tummies will be in good hands when you drive in to Millenia Walk. A popular spot among executives around the area, Millenia Walk is one of those underrated malls with a surprising array of F&B tenants that is bound to satisfy and please, and there is always something to feed those cravings – whatever you are feeling.
A recent trip to the mall had us discovering so many new finds, and we fell in love with the sophisticated mall that is right smack in the heart of Singapore. The month of July is even lovelier for Millenia Walk is rewarding all its fans with fantastic promotions that no one can say no to.
The restaurants and cafes at Millenia Walk have put together many specials to entice every taste bud. Every day has a different theme, and the Nosh on the Finer Side promotion will run from 7th Jul 2014 to 3rd Aug 2014. Here’s how the schedule runs:
Mondays are Deli-cious days, and Tuesdays are to celebrate Happy Hour. Wednesdays call for a Mid-week Perk Me Up, and Thursdays are to indulge in Sweet Treats. Fridays are the end of the work week, so let’s do some Surf & Turf! And to reward yourself on a Saturday, let’s go for some Weekend Indulgence.
This is your chance to explore Millenia Walk and all its hidden gems if you don’t already know of them. Here is a guide to Millenia Walk’s unique food places, and oh, we’d suggest hiding that weighing scale for now.
Guide to Everton Park Neighbourhood Singapore
Everton Park is quickly becoming the latest it neighbourhood. Some call it the new Tiong Bahru, and it is not difficult to see why. Since Nylon Coffee Roasters and Grin Affair started here in 2012, this quiet HDB neighbourhood has been drawing foodies to explore the area.
Today, there are eight cafes in this enclave, and we won’t be surprised if more cafes and shops choose to open here in the future. You know that Everton Park is officially cool when hotelier Loh Lik Peng – who is behind many boutique hotels and restaurants in off-the-radar neighbourhoods – has also helped to set up a cafe here.
Here is our guide to the Everton Park neighbourhood.
Singapore’s Top 5 Sake Bars
Served hot or cold, this ancient Japanese alcoholic beverage brewed from fermented rice boasts of complex flavors no other spirit can achieve. We’ve scored the five of the best spots in Singapore with a sake list worth perusing. Kampai!
The Great Asher Beers, Wines & Spirits Sale 2014
Are you an avid wine drinker, and one who likes to drink at the comfort of your own home? Hands up if you are always on the hunt for good deals to stock up for house parties and gatherings!
For so long now, we have been sold by Asher BWS www.asherbws.com - an e-store that offers a mind-boggling range of Beers, Wines and Spirits. They are all so affordable and definitely much cheaper than what you would get on the retail racks, and you can skip the hassle of lugging them back yourself because they will deliver your orders to your doorstep! How very awesome.
And you know what is even better? There is an upcoming physical warehouse sale and this is your chance to go on a BWS spree! Expect nothing but a fantastic price slash, and discounts are so attractive and go up to 50% off the regular price tags.
Some of the sale items that you can look forward to are: Wyndham Bin 555 Shiraz (S$32), Johnnie Walker Black Label ($70), Piper Hiedsieck Champagne 75cl ($68), Chivas 12Years 75cl ($79), and Moet & Chandon Imperial 75cl ($70). In addition to the promotions, there will be further discount for bulk purchases. We need to loop some LMFAO tracks and do literal Champagne Showers!
This is one date you have to mark in your calendar, because no one says no to beers, spirits and wines that go on sale. Think of all the cocktails you can make with the vodka, tequila and whisky – all without having your wallet take a beating.
For more updates, go to www.asherbws.com and like Asher BWS on Instagram, and Facebook.
The Great Asher BWS Sale 2014
Date: 19 & 20 July, 10am – 5.30pm
Venue: 502 Macpherson Road
Tel: +65 6283 5555
This post is brought to you by Asher Bws.
One Man Coffee Singapore
The Upper Thomson neighbourhood is experiencing a revival, with new cafes like November 8 and One Man Coffee opening in the area. Among them, you should swing by One Man Coffee for great coffee and delicious light bites like its ‘Toad in the Hole’ and the much-lauded French toast.
20 Highlights From Apple Vacations Singapore 8D6N Osaka, Mie & Wakayama
Japan is one of our favourite countries. Melody and I travel to Tokyo frequently because it is such a buzzing and lively city. Kyoto, on the other hand, is one with so much hidden charm, so much to discover, so much to experience and take home.
Besides these two major cities, we had always wanted to visit the countryside and to experience a different side of Japan. So, when Apple Vacations Singapore www.applevacations.com.sg approached us to organise a ladyironchef x Apple Vacations Singapore tour especially for our readers, we said yes immediately! Apple Vacations Singapore specialises in mainly Japan tours, and with their in-depth knowledge of the country, they are an ideal partner that we can work with to make this trip possible.
Back in may, we travelled to Japan to curate the best of Mie, Wakayama and Osaka. And come November, we will be leading a group tour to revisit our favourite picks. It will be a 8D6N trip, and we promise nothing but fun. And good food.
Apple Vacations Singapore is offering an early bird discount of S$200/pax (valid for the first 10 signups) for readers of ladyironchef. Should you be keen to join us for this adventure, kindly email [email protected] or call +65 6533 5161 to book your seat.
Below, we share 20 highlights from the itinerary that is finalised by Apple Vacations Singapore and us, and this is what you can expect from our upcoming tour to Mie, Wakayama and Osaka.