If you’ve been looking forward to the annual Ramadan bazaars, we have some bad news for you.

In light of the coronavirus situation, all Ramadan bazaars by People’s Association have been cancelled. This includes the popular Geylang Serai Ramadan Bazaar as well as the ones by Our Tampines Hub and Woodlands. This comes after a previous announcement that the event will still continue with precautionary measures put in place.

These bazaars draw thousands of visitors annually, posing a huge risk in such times of crisis, and there is a need to ensure that the public practises social distancing in public venues.

Two million people attended the Geylang Serai Ramadan Bazaar 2019—the highest number recorded for Ramandan bazaars in Singapore.

The initial plan was to reduce the number of stalls at the Geylang Serai Ramadan Bazaar from 800 to 50, and to set the stalls further part in clusters of four. However, the People’s Association (PA) has announced that the Ramadan Bazaars will be cancelled this year.

While we are sad that we won’t be able to have our Ramly Burgers to look forward to, it is definitely better to be safe than sorry.

Being more than just a national dish and a bowl of noodle soup, Pho carries the tradition and history of Vietnam since the 19th century. Pho has since gone through a series of modification as the years go by, but it remains a well-loved dish by many.

Amongst the many food options in Somerset, we spotted this Que in TripleOne Somerset that serves Pho, Banh Mi, Bun Cha and other Vietnamese dishes. The menu is relatively affordable with nothing over S$10.90.

Aside from the usual chains you see in town, maybe this could be a new choice for you to savour!

Our Beef Pho (S$10.90) came served in a huge bowl; plus points for big portions! We first tried the broth on its own without adding any extra condiments and thought it was too light. Masterchef us started to add various sauces and toppings that were available at the counter in using our “agaration” to create our work of art.

We threw in some hoisin sauce, fish sauce, sriracha sauce, black pepper, two small limes (make do with just one if you don’t like it too sour) and some beansprouts. The flavours were immediately enhanced and the broth came to life.

Out of the few ingredients in the pho, we were bowled over by the beef balls that came with a chewy consistency and a pleasant beefy fragrance.

If pho is not your thing, here’s a rice option. As one of the highlights on their menu, the Grilled Pork Rice (S$8.90) comes with a fried spring roll. It was covered in a sweet sauce, similar to teriyaki or Thai pork skewers, moo ping, but with a firmer texture. The nuts and shallots sprinkled on it added some crunch and a nutty aroma to it.

The lady boss shared that she uses pork collar as it contains less fat but still has a good bite to it. Personally, we thought that a little more fat would have done this dish more justice with a more tender bite and fat-rendered goodness, possibly by using pork belly.

A dipping sauce made with fish sauce, vinegar and sugar that tasted similar to achar was served on the side, and it blended well together with the pork.

This food stall is a one-man show by this Vietnamese lady boss and was previously located at Toa Payoh before shifting here. She prepares everything on her own and we could feel her sincerity in cooking while tasting the food. Her friendliness and hospitality made the dining experience at Que even warmer than the bowl of noodles we had.

111 Somerset Road
#01-K10, TripleOne Somerset
Singapore 238164
Sun to Fri: 11:30am to 8pm
Sat: 11:30am to 3pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

Jangsu Korean BBQ is a humble Korean restaurant located in Serangoon and it is run by a Korean couple. The restaurant serves affordable and super yummy food and pride themselves in using 100% aged meats that are juicy, tender and fresh. You can also expect flavourful seasoned meats that have been marinated with their secret recipe there.

Serangoon is filled with a myriad of good food and this Korean restaurant adds to the list. Here’s why you have to be sure to visit this restaurant for an authentic Korean BBQ experience!

They offer 3 different type of BBQ sets that differ in the types of meat and marinade. We had Set C (S$54) that comes with Beef Sirloin, Soy Sauce Pork Shoulder, Pork Belly and Spicy Chicken, and it also includes complimentary Steamed Eggs and choice of soup (Kimchi Soup, Soybean Soup or Tofu Soup).

The Kimchi Soup was one of the better ones we’ve had in recent times as many places tend to water down their soup too much. It was so rich in flavour, not too sour, slightly spicy, and had chunks of tofu and pork belly.

The meat were all so tender. Even when the beef was left on the grill for a longer period of time, it did not get tough nor become a jaw-breaker.

The samgyeopsal (pork belly) was just cut to the right thickness and had a good ratio of meat to fat. The pork juices were well-retained which brought out the fragrance of the meat immensely. The burst of flavours made every bite so pleasant.

Some oyster mushrooms and onions were served alongside the meat, wrap them up in a lettuce wrap to add textures for a satisfying mouthful.

We have not tasted pork shoulder so tender that it was almost soft before. However, still with a good bite to it. It had a sweet taste that lingers on your tongue but nothing too overbearing! The lady boss told us that no sugar was added in this marinade, however we think it might have been honey that was used to bring out the sweet flavours.

The Spicy Chicken had just a teeny-weeny kick of spice, suitable even for those who cannot take spice.

A special mention for their amazing banchan (side dishes) – there were braised potatoes, oyster mushrooms, kimchi, beansprouts, tofu in soy sauce, oden and a salad. We always appreciate a Korean restaurant that’s generous with their banchan.

Perfect for small group gatherings and indulgent dinners, we highly recommend you guys to check this underrated place out for an authentic Korean food fare with your friends and family!

19 Teck Chye Terrace
Singapore 545725
Tel: +65 6289 4104
Mon to Sun: 11:30am to 2:30pm, 5pm to 11pm

Run by the same guys behind the now-defunct Ronin and Punch at North Canal Road, Gather is their new concept at Raffles Hotel Arcade that opened its doors on the 1st of February.

Gather serves both sweet and savoury French crêpes, sandwiches, baked goods, coffee and other beverages. Being a treat loved by most, crêpes are no stranger to us, but what makes Gather stand out amongst the rest? Read on to find out!

Being situated in a British colonial designed building, Gather boasts an old-school charm. The simple interior and open concept was inviting and comfortable;  it is a cosy place to unwind and spend some private time.

They have a merchandise corner as well for those who might be interested in take-homes such as soap, fragrance oil and so on.

We had the Parma Ham (S$18) that came with Italian parma ham, Gruyère, cheddar and egg. It was absolutely delightful with a crispy outer layer and when layered and folded, it had a chewy and fluffy texture. The parma ham and cheeses paired well with the light batter, while the egg in the middle helped to reduce the saltiness.

You’d expect this combination to be too overwhelming with sodium that it might be cloyingly sick but we promise you, it isn’t.

You get to witness the skilful crêpe making process over the counter as they freshly prepare it upon ordering at their open-concept kitchen.

Currently, they have six types of savoury and three types of sweet crêpes on their menu. Main or dessert, up to you!

Breakfast is never complete without a cuppa. The White (S$5 for 5oz) had a nice froth and was fragrant, but no wow-factor from it nor a differentiating flavour from other coffee shops. Still, it is a decent cup of coffee for a casual caffeine fix.

The crêpe itself was enough to make us want to revisit this cafe again. Good ambience and great hospitality from the staff there! They were really cheerful, welcoming and polite, constantly making sure everything was of satisfaction and made appropriate recommendations.

Also, they are still in their soft launch period until the 5th of February where payment is by a tipping basis to pay-as-you-like. Give these guys a visit ASAP for some great food and vibes!

Gather
328 North Bridge Road
#01-12 Raffles Hotel Arcade
Singapore 188719
Mon to Sat: 8am to 10pm
Sun: 8am to 6pm

Honey Night is a Korean bar and bistro where you can get refreshing drinks on a hot day, Korean street snacks and mains to satisfy your hunger pangs. It is conveniently located in Grandlink Square, just walking distance from Paya Lebar MRT.

Gulp down a somaek tower, bite on chewy spicy rice cakes and indulge in hearty soups, while bobbing and singing along to K-pop hits. You don’t have to fly to Korea for that ahjumma’s kimchi stew anymore because you’re in for a treat at Honey Night with their authentic tasting Korean food fare!

We had the Deep Fried Boneless Chicken (S$13 for 3pcs). It was tender and the seasoning was kept to a minimum which brought out the fragrance of the meat itself. However, the batter was a little too thick, causing some mush underneath but still crunchy on the outside.

A thinner batter that was coated more evenly would’ve been better, but the sweet and spicy sauce that came along with it tasted oh-so-good with the chicken! Have it with a piece or two of the seasoned radish and you’ll overlook the flaws of the batter.

A must-order at every Korean restaurant, the Kimchi Stew (S$12) here was pretty well done – with just the right amount of spice with robust flavours of kimchi that warms your heart, especially on a rainy day.

Flavours were 10/10, and it was as authentic as it can get. Brownie points for the generous ingredients in the soup, including tofu, glass noodles, pork belly, kimchi and onions! You know a Korean restaurant is good if they can do kimchi stews well because it is a simple dish that is hard to perfect.

The Beef Bulgogi Set Meal (S$13) is a crowd favourite! It came with a bowl of short grain rice, seaweed soup and kimchi. Can we just say that the seaweed soup was one of the best seaweed soups we’ve had because normally seaweed soup tastes bland and smells of the sea, but this was so light yet flavourful and helps to cleanse your palette.

The beef was sweet, infused with natural flavours of the onions and is a match made in heaven with short grain rice. We enjoyed it but we felt that this dish would have been perfect if the beef was slightly more tender, maybe with a fattier part and had some sweet potato noodles added in just like those you can get in Korea.

Honey Night is a hidden gem in the Paya Lebar area and the prices are slightly lower than other Korean restaurants.

Honey Night
511 Guillemard Road
#01-08, Grandlink Square
Singapore 399849
Tel: +65 8671 1443
Nearest Station: Paya Lebar

After going through the ups and downs of life together and seeking her parents’ permission, you have decided she is the one that you want to spend the rest of your life with and you need a place to propose.

It isn’t easy, because you need to find somewhere with ambiance, great food (if she is a fellow foodie), romantic etc. But we’ve got you covered.

Here are some romantic restaurants in Singapore that you can ask for her hand in marriage and plan a surprise that will forever be edged deep down in her heart, hoping her answer is definitely a ‘Yes!’. Good luck!

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ARTEMIS GRILL & SKY BAR

If a private ride across the sky is beyond your budget, you can overlook Marina Bay’s stunning urban skyline and sea view situated on CapitaGreen’s 40-storeys high rooftop restaurant and bar.

Enjoy luxurious and exquisite Mediterranean-inspired dishes made with premium ingredients sourced internationally with your partner-in-crime.

138 Market Street
#40-01 CapitaGreen Rooftop
Singapore 048946
Tel: +65 6635 8677
Mon to Fri: 11.30am to 10pm
Sat: 6pm to 10pm
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

Photo Credit: Art Restaurant

ART RESTAURANT

Directed by Michelin-star Chef-Restaurateur Beppe De Vito, Art is a polished, à la mode Italian restaurant nestled in National Gallery Singapore made perfect for dilettantes. Beppe showcases Italy’s heritage and his attitude to life through his delicacies that are created with meaningful culinary anthologies that goes through seasons and stories.

Tel: +65 6866 1977

Mon to Sun: 12pm to 2pm, 6:30pm to 10pm
Nearest Station: City Hall

ASH & ELM

A European restaurant with a vibrant setting is Ash & Elm, winner of G Restaurant Awards of Excellence.

Calling InterContinental its home, the ambience of this restaurant is definitely one to boast about. Feel the brasserie’s spontaneity and energy with this light-filled restaurant, there are three exciting culinary theatres parked within the restaurant including a charcuterie and cheese room, wood-fired oven and an open charcoal-grill kitchen.

80 Middle Rd
Level 1, InterContinental Singapore
Singapore 188966
Tel: +65 6338 7600
Mon to Sun: 6am to 10:30am, 12pm to 3pm, 6pm to 10:30pm
Nearest Station: Bugis

Photo Credit: CÉ LA VI

CÉ LA VI

Be awed by Singapore’s cityscape at this rooftop restaurant & bar in Marina Bay Sands’ SkyPark, Cé La Vi is nothing short of romantic. Chill vibes and the cooling breeze sets the right mood for a couple of drinks.

1 Bayfront Ave,
Marina Bay Sands
Singapore 018971
Tel: +65 6508 2188
Mon to Sun: 12pm to 3pm, 6pm to 11pm (Restaurant)
Mon to Sat: 12pm to 2am (SkyBar)
Sun: 12pm to 1am (SkyBar)
Nearest Station: Bayfront

Photo Credit: One Faber Group

DUSK RESTAURANT & BAR

Feel love in the air at Dusk, an al fresco restaurant & bar where you can get a bird’s-eye view of Harbourfront and Sentosa Island. Take a cable car up for a wholesome experience and enhance the element of romance by enjoying a glass of refreshing cocktail on a hilltop while watching the beautiful sun set.

109 Mount Faber Road
Level 2
Singapore 099203
Tel: +65 6377 9688
Mon to Thurs, Sun: 4pm to 11pm
Fri, Sat & Eve of PH: 4pm to 2am

Photo Credit: IL CIELO

IL CIELO

Parked on Hilton Singapore’s top floor, il Cielo, a pool-side restaurant with contemporary setting boasts the scenic view of the bustling Orchard Road. Expect gastronomic Japanese cuisine and romantic dining experience at this Michelin-Plated restaurant helmed by Chef Yohhei Sasaki.

581 Orchard Road
Level 24, Hilton Singapore
Singapore 238883
Tel: +65 6730 3395
Mon to Fri: 12pm to 2:30pm, 7pm to 10pm
Sat: 7pm to 10pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

Photo Credit: Flutes Restaurant & Bar

FLUTES RESTAURANT & BAR

JAAN BY KIRK WESTAWAY

JAAN is a world renowned restaurant that carries a reputation for being a gastronomic platform that cultivates exceptional culinary talents. Experience British dining where Chef de Cuisine Kirk Westaway translates memories of his beloved childhood dishes in England into his gourmet creations.

Just like a grand ballroom, JAAN is sophisticatedly furnished with posh Murano crystal and silver free-form chandelier across the whole ceiling. Look outside and treat your eyes to the  beautiful landscape of Singapore. Polished from the inside out, JAAN also promises exquisite service and culinary experiences.

2 Stamford Road
Level 70 The Stamford, Swissôtel
Singapore 178882
Tel: +65 6837 3322
Mon to Sat: 11:45am to 1pm, 6:45pm to 8pm
Nearest Station: City Hall

Photo Credit: La Taperia

LA TAPERIA

A bona-fide Spanish home concept with its curved windows and hand-painted terracotta tiles in dim yellow light setting and wood furniture screams cosy. Enlivening the ambience with lively Spanish tunes resonating in the room and a dim glow with hand-made lamps by Eperara-Siapidara weavers in Colombia atop tables gets you in the mood for something exciting.

La Taperia is set to offer you a holistic Spanish feast with the perfect ambience for catchups and heartfelt talks over tapas and the greatest selection of Spanish wine.

1 Scotts Rd
#02-10/11 Shaw Centre
Singapore 228208
Tel: +65 6737 8336
Mon to Sun: 12pm to 3pm, 6:30pm to 11pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

MONTI

Immerse yourself in the contemporary opulence at Monti, an esteemed Italian fine-dining establishment in The Fullerton Pavilion.  Dishing out regal Italian creations, this place will send your tastebuds to pasta heaven.

Get ready to catch your date’s jaw when you both walk in, because this place is a real stunner. Dressed with teal leather chairs, eclectic bulbs and tasteful decor, Monti’s seductive ambience is the perfect backdrop for a nod to the ring.

82 Collyer Quay
Fullerton Pavilion
Singapore 049327
Tel: +65 6535 0724
Mon to Fri: 11am to 3pm (Weekday brunch)
Mon to Sun: 6pm to 10:30pm (Dinner)
Nearest Station: Raffles Place

OCEAN RESTAURANT

Surround yourselves with graceful manta rays and swimming sharks at this underwater restaurant which features a massive aquarium. Relish in delectable selections of sustainably sourced seafood at the same time!

For a memorable proposal for one to boast about, Ocean Restaurant is the one to call. Come on, how many girls get to tell her girlfriends about being proposed to underwater? Make the  experience an unforgettable for your special one here.

22 Sentosa Gateway
#B1-455 & 456 S.E.A Aquarium
Singapore 098136
Tel: +65 6577 6869 / +65 6577 6688
Mon to Thur: 11:30am to 2:30pm, 6pm to 10pm
Fri to Sun: 11:30am, 1pm, 6pm, 8pm

ODETTE

One of the three-Michelin star holders in Singapore, Odette is a French restaurant dressed in soft colours and graceful furnishing that makes one feel like they are a Disney princess, allowing one to live out their fairytale dreams.

Designed by Sacha Leong of Universal Design Studio, comfort and elegance is its main focus in this clean and sleek setting. Chef Julien believes in transparency and honesty in the operations of Odette and seeks to serve the best only, thus you can fully trust them for a gastronomic experience there.

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POLLEN

Enjoy a buggy ride from Gardens by the Bay’s arrival plaza to start off an epicurean journey at POLLEN where you will discover modern French cuisine with Mediterranean coast inspired-flavours.

Framed by picturesque flora and fauna around, POLLEN offers unique experiences over two levels. Treat your eyes with breathtaking views of the Marina Bay skyline and waterfront on the first level with multi-course gourmet menus.

18 Marina Gardens Dr
#01-09 Flower Dome
Singapore 018953
Tel: +65 6604 9988
Wed to Mon: 12pm to 3pm, 6pm to 10pm
Nearest Station: Bayfront

QUENTIN’S

Spearheaded by Chef Quentin Pereira, Quentin’s is one out of the only two establishments in Singapore serving authentic Eurasian fare.

Set in a classy, well-furbished interior, this bar-restaurant boasts a monotoned theme. The pre-dominantly black hues accented with pops of white create a striking yet mysterious atmosphere, perfect for surprising that special someone.

2 Gunner Lane
#01-08 Blk 14 Mess Hall Sentosa
Singapore 099567
Tel: +65 8817 6742
Mon to Sun: 11am to 11pm

Photo Credit: Restaurant Jag

RESTAURANT JAG

76 Duxton Rd
Singapore 089535
Tel: +65 3138 8477
Tues to Fri: 12pm to 2pm, 6pm to 10pm
Sat: 6pm to 10pm

SALT GRILL & SKY BAR

An iconic restaurant 55-storeys high with see-through ceilings that make you feel like you are amongst the clouds, Salt Grill & Sky Bar is a romantic spot to spoil your partner and yourself with finesse cuisine.

As if you were in the sky, loosen up and take a breather by watching over the ravishing panoramic views from the heart of Singapore. Just like the love of your life who seems to be a God-sent angel, pop the question at this sky-high classy restaurant where the vibe check is right.

2 Orchard Turn
#55-01 ION Orchard
Singapore 238801
Tel: +65 6592 5118
Mon to Fri: 11:30am to 1:45pm, 6pm to 9:45pm
Sat & Sun: 11:30am to 2:30pm, 6pm to 9:45pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

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SKAI

Another restaurant located at Swissôtel The Stamford, Skai is a modern-classy grill restaurant on the 70th floor with stunning views. Boost the romance and your confidence with delectable drinks handcrafted by Head Bartender Rusty Cerven.

With Executive Chef Paul Hallett on the forefront, he has curated an innovative fine grill menu with exceptional culinary skills from his years of experience. Impress your honey with this stunning location with good food and vibes to show her your thoughtful planning for this important moment!

2 Stamford Road
Level 70 Swissôtel The Stamford
Singapore 178882
Tel: +65 6431 6156
Mon to Sun: 12pm to 2:30pm, 6pm to 10pm
Nearest Station: City Hall

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SPAGO BY WOLFGANG PUCK

Overlooking the city skyline and popular infinity pool of Marina Bay Sands, Spago’s ambiance is perfect for lovers to share special moments together as you sip on handcrafted cocktails while taking in the cooling breeze at the alfresco bar.

Carrying a California concept in this restaurant by celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck, expect fine dining curated with care. The interior is chic and lavish with golden ceiling finishes, nothing too overwhelming for those who prefer something more casual, but still with good ambience and scenic views.

10 Bayfront Avenue
Level 57 Sands SkyPark, Hotel Tower 2
Singapore 018956
Tel: +65 6688 9955
Mon to Thur, Sun: 12pm to 2:30pm, 6pm to 10pm
Fri: 12pm to 2:30pm, 6pm to 11pm
Sat: 12pm to 2:30pm, 6pm to 2am
Nearest Station: Bayfront

THE CLIFFORD PIER

Be dazzled by the beauty of The Clifford Pier where a heritage site was revamped into this alluring white, grand setting that was inspired by colonial buildings with its arches and steep ceiling. Spot displays that tell of Singapore’s history including lithographs, photographs and books.

Along perimeters of the pier lies the alfresco seating area that was fused with aquatic concepts, highlighting the uniqueness of the restaurant being built above the sea where you can get a clear and outstanding view of Marina Bay and the modern skyline of Singapore.

80 Collyer Quay
The Fullerton Bay Hotel
Singapore 049326
Tel: +65 6877 8911/8912
Mon to Fri: 12pm to 2:30pm, 3:30pm to 5:30pm, 6:30pm to 10pm
Sat: 11am to 2pm, 3pm to 5pm, 6:30pm to 10:30pm
Sun: 11am to 2pm, 3:30pm to 5:30pm
Nearest Station: Raffles Place

Photo Credit: THE CORNER HOUSE

THE CORNER HOUSE

What used to be home to the man, E J H Corner, who made immense contributions to Singapore’s history in preserving nature and cultural assets, The Corner House is one with stories to tell. With main elements of the original house being kept intact, the building was remodelled to accommodate a modern restaurant.

See-through windows with green surroundings allows the ambience to feel calm and inviting for some quiet time to be spent with your beloved. Especially romantic when the evening light dawns upon and warm lights are turned on as you revel in extraordinary gourmet.

1 Cluny Road, E J H Corner House
Singapore Botanic Gardens (Nassim Gate Entrance)
Singapore 259569
Tel: +65 6469 1000
Tues to Fri: 12pm to 3pm, 6:30pm to 11pm
Sat & Sun: 11:30am to 3pm, 6:30pm to 11pm

Photo Credit: THE SUMMERHOUSE

THE SUMMERHOUSE

Dressed in lush greenery and mesmerising fairy lights, The Summerhouse will whisk you away into a countryside of serenity.

Dine with your lover under the stars within a cosy, secluded igloo dome. The dome is made of a see-through material which lets in the picturesque view of thriving gardens around you. If al fresco dining isn’t your thing, their indoor area is just as desirable with its clean white aesthetic tinged with floral, woody accents.

3 Park Lane
Singapore 798387
Tel: +65 8809 5840
Wed to Sun, Eve of & PH: 6pm to 11pm
Nearest Station: Yishun

THE WHITE RABBIT

The White Rabbit acquired the space of an old chapel, and this one-of-a-kind restaurant still preserved the architecture of the original building which creates a nostalgic atmosphere. They are known for their European chef-d’oeuvre, excellent table-side service and praiseworthy overall dining experience.

As if you have entered another dimension as you travel through the rabbit hole, the divine halls with classic stained-glass windows and restored grand-high beams.

39C Harding Road
Singapore 249541
Tel: +65 6473 9965
Tues to Fri: 11:45am to 2:30pm, 6:15pm to 10:30pm
Sat and Sun: 11am to 3pm, 6:15pm to 10:30pm

ZAFFERANO

The elegant Zafferano that watches over the expansive city’s skyline, emanates an inviting and exquisite vibrancy suitable for all occasions. Led on by a clean and sleek concept with custom-made Italian-inspired furniture, the restaurant takes on a modern vibe.

An intricately laced masterpiece made up of a thousand steel saffron tendrils situated enthroned above the circular bar with scattering luminosity across the room is bound to catch your attention. The jovial atmosphere is a perfect spot for couples to spend quality time together over refreshing cocktails by the experienced bartenders.

10 Collyer Quay
Singapore 049315
Tel: +65 6509 1488
Mon to Fri: 11:30am to 2:30pm, 5:30pm to 10pm
Sat: 6:30pm to 10pm
Nearest Station: Raffles Place

Being a parent is hard in so many ways.

Bringing kids out for a meal can be extremely difficult, especially if there is no entertainment to keep them occupied. However, nothing beats having the time to bond with your loved ones over a hearty meal and to see the goofy smiles on your kids’ faces. Kids are fickle creatures and probably have the same attention span as a puppy. That said, having kid-friendly elements such as a playground or a kids menu would help family meals a lot less chaotic.

From cafes with a soft-fall playground to a mini buffet catered to kids and a dedicated reading corner to the little ones, here is our guide to 13 kid-friendly restaurants in Singapore.

BAYSWATER KITCHEN

Situated along Marina at Keppel Bay and boasting a stunning waterfront view, Bayswater Kitchen will definitely be one restaurant both the young and younger will enjoy dining at. Adults can choose from a wide range of seafood options and kids aren’t excluded either—children under 12 years old can choose from their kids’ menu, of which the Fish & Chips (S$14) are highly recommended!

2 Keppel Bay Vista
Singapore 098382
Tel: +65 6776 0777
Tue to Fri: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 6pm – 10pm
Sat: 6pm – 10pm
Sun: 11.30am – 4pm, 6pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Harbourfront

CAFE MELBA

A restaurant concept that blends the best of Melbourne and Asia, Cafe Melba provides a gourmet yet casual dining experience. A temporary oasis away from the hustle and bustle, Cafe Melba caters plenty of events for both little ones and adults alike and their kid’s set menu includes fruit juice or plain milk as well as a choice of chocolate, strawberry or vanilla ice cream

Block N #01, 90 Goodman Road, 56
Singapore 439053
Tel: +65 6440 6068
Mon to Fri: 10am – 10pm
Sat & Sun: 8.30pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Mountbatten

CARROTSTICKS & CRAVINGS

Located within Loewen Gardens in the Dempsey area, Carrotsticks & Cravings is an Aussie-inspired cafe with a huge outdoor space where kids can go wild. What’s more, this space entails an entire trampoline where children can have fun after getting their meal from the kid’s menu which comes with loads of nutritious options!

75E Loewen Road
Singapore 248845
Daily: 8am – 3pm
Nearest Station: Farrer Road

DISTRICT 10 BAR & RESTAURANT @ UE SQUARE

Bringing your kids out for a meal at a restaurant is already tough enough, let alone a bar where angsty adults get tipsy. However, District 10 Bar & Restaurant’s outlet at UE Square caters to families regardless of age—with a bouncy castle for the kids, sip on a cocktail without having to worry that your kids cry out of boredom!

81 Clemenceau Avenue
UE Square Shopping Mall #01-15/16/17
Singapore 239917
Tel: +65 6738 4788
Mon to Wed: 11.30am – 11pm
Thu: 11.30am – 12am
Fri: 11.30am – 1am
Sat: 10am – 12am
Sun: 10am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Clarke Quay

EDGE

One of our favourite restaurants when it comes to lavish buffet spreads, Edge’s buffet lineup is always set to impress diners old and new, kids and adults alike. Their huge space now comes with a room dedicated to the little ones with a variety of kid’s offerings, and even a balloon sculptor who goes around crafting masterpieces while your kids are having their meals!

Pan Pacific Singapore, Level 3
7 Raffles Boulevard
Daily: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Sunday Brunch: 12pm – 3.30pm
Nearest Station: Esplanade

E-SARN THAI @ GRANDSTAND

Priding themselves on serving authentic North-Eastern Thai cuisine since 1994, E-Sarn Thai @ Grandstand is the perfect venue for you and your little ones to enjoy the intense Thai flavours—of course, their menu comes with several non-spicy, kid-friendly options. The casual dining spot has a play area where the children can have fun at!

200 Turf Club Road #01-13
The Grandstand
Singapore 287994
Tel: +65 6468 4484
Tue to Sun: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 5.30pm – 10pm
(Closed on Mondays)
Nearest Station: Sixth Avenue

FRESH FRUITS LAB

Incorporating fruits into their menu as much as possible and vibrant pastel colours in their decor, this cosy cafe in the West is great for brunch and is a place that kids will surely love. Besides plating their food in an adorable manner, the place even features a bouncy castle out back! Their kid’s menu features items which are mostly priced below S$10.

28 Clementi Road
Singapore 129754
Tel: +65 6803 7472
(Closed on Mondays)
Tues to Fri: 12pm – 12am
Sat & Sun: 11am – 12am
Nearest Station: Kent Ridge

HUBER’S BISTRO

Occupying the same space where their huge 2-storey butchery is, Huber’s Bistro is one of the best places possible for a fun family outing. After your kids are done with gobbling down fresh meats, take them out back where you’d find a soft-fall playground out at the back that’s shaded and gated.

22 Dempsey Road
Singapore 249679
Tel: +65 6737 1588
Mon to Fri: 9.30am – 8pm
Sat & Sun: 9.30am – 7pm
Nearest Station: Farrer Road

IKEA

A restaurant that needs no introduction, IKEA caters to families wholeheartedly with the use of plastic utensils for kids and a dedicated kid’s menu that’s affordable and hearty at the same time. Delish meatballs, chicken wings and a play area complete with a fun space to play at the showroom area, IKEA leaves little to wonder as to why children are always begging their parents to take them there!

317 Alexandra Road
Singapore 159965
Tel: +65 6786 6868
Sun to Thu: 10am – 10pm
Fri & Sat: 10am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Queenstown

NATIVE KITCHEN

Located within Village Hotel at Sentosa, Native Kitchen is a restaurant that celebrates the best of islander cuisine. As if its close proximity to exciting attractions such as the Palawan Pirate Ship, Universal Studios Singapore, The Merlion and Kidzania doesn’t already make it an ideal spot for family gatherings; the restaurant itself makes dining with your kids a whole lot easier!

Native Kitchen provides interactive menus which have puzzles and mazes for the kids to solve to keep them preoccupied while waiting for their food. What’s more, they also provide children’s utensils so moms and dads can save the hassle!

Native Kitchen
10 Artillery Avenue Sentosa Island
Village Hotel at Sentosa, Lift Lobby
Singapore 099951
Tel: +65 6722 0818
Nearest Station: Harbourfront

OPEN FARM COMMUNITY

If you often bring your child out to dine, then Open Farm Community should be no stranger to you. This restaurant encompasses a farm-to-table concept, and kids will surely love their huge kids’ sandpit with wooden cow playground which is set amidst lush greenery and multiple quirky sculptures.

130E Minden Road
Singapore 248819
Tel: +65 6471 0306
Mon to Thu: 12pm – 4pm, 6pm – 11pm
Fri: 12pm – 4pm, 6pm – 12am
Sat: 11am – 5pm, 6pm – 12am
Sun: 11am – 5pm, 6pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Farrer Road

QUENTIN’S EURASIAN RESTAURANT

There are few restaurants in Singapore dedicated to serving Eurasian food, let alone one that has a play area for kids so you can bet that Quentin’s The Eurasian Restaurant is a gem. The restaurant has a separate play area for children to let loose at, at this space includes a mini playground, mini ball pond, ride-on toys and even a reading corner.

139 Ceylon Road Level 1 Eurasian Community House
Singapore 429744
Tel: +65 6348 0327
Tue to Fri: 11.30am – 2.30pm
Sat & Sun: 11am – 2pm, 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Dakota

THE HALIA

Nestled within The Botanic Gardens, The Halia is a great place for a tranquil meal. The restaurant’s all-day menu has plenty of tantalizing European-Asian options for diners to choose from, and children can take their pick from children’s menu, which also comes with connect-the-dot puzzles and mazes that will surely keep the kids occupied.

What’s more, this restaurant is Halal-certified so our Muslim friends can head over and enjoy a meal here with their little ones too!

1 Cluny Road,
Ginger Garden
Singapore Botanic Garden
Singapore 259569 Tel: +65 8444 1148
Mon to Thu: 9am – 9.30pm
Fri: 9am – 10pm
Sat: 10am – 10pm
Sun: 10am – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Botanic Gardens

If you need another reason to hit up Orchard Road this weekend, here’s one to finally tip the balance: Takashimaya Food Fiesta is back!

Presenting you with an incredible line-up of delicious Asian street food, you will get to choose from cuisines around the Asian region including Taiwanese, Japanese, Korean, as well as local delights! Prepare to feast as this festival has over 50 stalls for you to fill your tummies.

From 30 May to 16 June 2019, Takashimaya Food Fiesta will be taking place at Basement 2 of Takashimaya Square. Not sure what to indulge in? We were lucky enough to try a myriad of food here, so here is what to expect.

XING FU TANG

Bubble Tea enthusiasts, rejoice! The food fiesta has not one, two or three bubble tea stalls, but four!

Amongst them is a preview stall of Xing Fu Tang, which hails from the streets of Taiwan. We can say that, without a doubt, Singapore has just gained another worthy competitor for the title of best Brown Sugar Boba Milk.

The pearls are stir-fried in a wok before you to ensure freshness. Also unique to the brand is the shape of the pearls; they’re more like rounded discs rather than circular in shape.

Importing their sugar from Taiwan, Xing Fu Tang’s Brown Sugar Boba Milk is easily one of the best in Singapore. If there is only one thing you have to try at this festival, this is it.

KAZO

Light and flaky, the Original Kazo Polo is a must-try for all pastry lovers. We also had the Kazu Kazu with both of the fillings in Hokkaido Cream and Chocolate Cream; these make lovely sweet treats and we love how flaky and crispy the pastry is.

Durian Lovers will definitely enjoy the Durian Cream Puff. The filling is so sweet, velvety and smooth that even non-durian fans will be able to enjoy and appreciate this dessert.

BBQ CHEF

Creating their own unique rendition on a classic Swiss Rosti by fusing beloved Southeast Asian flavours, BBQ Chef offers an addictive selection of rosti that make for something different at the food fare.

Taking the cult-favourite salted egg flavour and combining it with crispy golden-brown potatoes, the Salted Egg Rosti with Chicken Bratwurst is a must-try! Although the rosti was a tad greasy, it was not too overwhelming on the palate.

Stick to a recognised favourite with the Classic Rosti with Smoked Salmon. Complemented by the addition of sour cream, this left us craving for more.

Cheese Stick with Special Sauce has 5 sticks per serving; cheese lovers will get a kick out of the drool-worthy cheese pull and the delicious crunchy batter the sticks are coated in.

BAO MAKER

We love mantou, whether dipped in a luscious helping of Chilli Crab sauce or not, and Bao Maker’s contemporary take on the Asian bun is something different to love.

Immediately drawing our attention was the Blackened Chicken Bao, which arrived with a piece of chicken that was actually black. Don’t let that deter you though, the bun was garlicky and well-paired with the soft bun.

A match made in heaven, the Chilli Crab Bao was no surprise with the crispy exterior of the deep-fried mantou paired with everyone’s favourite crab meat coated in rich chilli sauce.

XI PIN XIAN

It is Xi Pin Xian’s first time in Singapore, and they feature incredibly tasty lunchboxes that will instantly transport you to the busy streets of Taiwan. Their lunchboxes are loaded with fragrant rice, bamboo shoots, mixed vegetables and your choice of meat.

We got the Braised Minced Meat with Pork Belly and the Braised Pork Trotters. The meat was really well-seasoned and had been steeped for a long time. Our favourite of them all was the Pork Belly; it was insanely good with how melt-in-your-mouth the fat was.

THE KIMCHI POT

Featuring a colourful plethora of lunchboxes, The Kimchi Pot is a true Asian favourite.

We had the Bulgogi Lunchbox; it was well-rounded and wholesome with well-seasoned slices of beef along with side dishes of japchae and kimchi, as well as fluffy brown rice!

We couldn’t resist the Egg Rolls too—cooked with seaweed, spring onions and carrots, this is a dish that the little ones would surely love!

BONCHON

Bonchon is a favourite amongst locals for their mouth-watering Korean Fried Chicken. At the food fiesta, they also offer Rice Burgers.

The Luncheon Meat with Egg Rice Burger could be an exciting alternative for breakfast, the creamy mayonnaise in the rice burger complemented the luncheon meat and egg nicely.

Also, try the Truffle Mushroom Rice Burger, it held the alluring smoky aroma of truffle and proved to be a unique rendition of rice burgers.

TAMARU & BAR FIRST DINING (HIROSHIMAYAKI)

If you love Japanese Street Food, head on over to Hiroshimayaki, which is located in the corner close to the water fountain.

Presenting a selection of Dango, Japanese Rolled Omelette and Yakisoba, this stall is as authentic as it gets; it is run by friendly Japanese staff who cook the Rolled Omelette right before your own eyes!

The Rolled Omelette we tried was topped with mentaiko sauce, and biting into it was unbelievably satisfying with creamy sauce flavouring the fresh and distinct layers of egg wrapped around one another.

We also had the takoyaki skewer. Delightfully crisp and generously covered with a sweet and savoury sauce, the takoyaki batter itself was light yet fragrant, and encased in every ball is a chunk of fresh octopus.

MURUAMAMI

Selling addictively squishy and chewy mochi pancakes, expect unique flavours that are oh-so-creamy and rich at Muruamami.

Try the Hokkaido Melon and the seasonal Mao Shan Wang Durian flavours, both of which tasted accurately true to the fruit sans the artificial flavouring. If you want something heavier, go for the Purple Sweet Potato which is filled with a rich puree of the vegetable.

SAWADEE THAI

Thai street food is always a hit, and Sawadee Thai proves this with their diverse selection of dishes.

The Crispy Chicken Wings is a crispy rendition that is subtly packed with a little spice for a robust aftertaste. The Grilled Pork Collar features thickly-cut pieces of meat served with a special sauce; so aromatic and flavourful, you’d want seconds for sure.

Also, try their Glutinous Ball in Coconut which is served with generous portions of sweet rice balls and fresh coconut flesh!

DOCTOR C MALA MALA

Sourcing pure white Snow Corn all the way from Cameron Highlands, the passionate stall owner of Doctor C Mala Mala informed us of how each and every piece of Snow Corn is pleasantly sweet and tasty despite only being steamed and prepared as it is—no frills, no fuss.

The Roasted Sweet Potato here left a lingering earthy scent of roasted goodness throughout the festival. Wonderfully roasted and perfectly gooey inside, the sweet potato was caramelised and amazingly sweet on its own.

COOKIES FOR YOU BY SCOOPZ

To end off our feast on a delightfully sweet note, of course, we had to get ice cream! Scoopz handcrafts all of their uniquely-flavoured ice cream, and the stall at the Takashimaya Food Fiesta is no different.

We selected the soft pink coloured grape ice cream that’s exclusive to the fair, and also paired Avocado and Chocolate Ice Cream together.

Takashimaya Food Fiesta
391A Orchard Rd
Takashimaya Square, B2
Singapore 238873
Daily: 10am – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Orchard/Somerset
Open from 30 May to 16 June 2019

This post was brought to you by Takashimaya.

I have this mad obsession with list, so here’s the list of German restaurants in Singapore for you (and me) to try out. Due to their strategic location in the popular shopping malls, Brotzeit & Paulaner Brauhaus are arguably the better known German restaurants when it comes to German food in Singapore.

But I have heard good things about Werner’s Oven in the East, and I’m quite keen to go for Magma’s weekend brunch too. I already went to Paulaner Brauhaus a couple of weeks ago, so hopefully this list can spark your crave for German Beer, pork knuckle and sausages.

I just found my new love, her name is pork knuckles.

Bacchus
Blk 7 Dempsey Road
#01-02
Tel: +65 6474 6628

Brauhaus
101 Thomson Road
#B1-13/14 United Square
Tel: +65 6250 3116

Brotzeit Bier Bar & Restaurant
1 Harbourfront Walk
#01-149/-151 VivoCity
Tel: +65 6272 8815
Also available at Raffles city & 313 @ Somerset

Erich Imbiss & Backstube
40 Sago Street
Kreta Ayer Conservation Area
Tel: +65 6224 4420

Magma German Wine Bistro
2 Bukit Pasoh Road
Tel: +65 6221 0634

Paulaner Brauhaus
9 Raffles Boulevard
#01-01 Millenia Walk
Tel: +65 6883 2572

Stammtisch
805 Bukit Timah Road
#01-04 Sixth Avenue Centre
Tel: +65 6468 1649

Werner’s Oven
6 Upper East Coast Road
#01-02 Hacienda Grove
Tel: +65 6442 3897

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I will be adding this list to the top of my Delicious page page, if there’s any good places for German food that I’ve missed out, feel free to let me know and I’ll add on to this list. Please call the restaurant to confirm a reservation before going down.

Pork Knuckles is calling. Race you to try all the German restaurants in Singapore. Hurry up!

This, was suppose to be done in July, somehow it was dragged till August, but it’s better to be late than never. And like everytime, I had lots of fun chatting with everybody, it’s very interesting to finally meet all the folks who have been quietly reading my blog for the longest time. From online to offline, now I can put a picture to your nick.

And I believe there is a common misunderstanding: everybody who attend the food outing does not know everybody. In fact there’s a lot of first-timers at each outing, who in turn become my regulars. Only I know everybody, so please don’t be afraid to come for my outing, I won’t bite. Thank you for those who made it to Limon, and I hope to see the rest of you at my next outing, which will be very soon (finger cross).

I won’t say anything about the food, my outings are never just about the food; it’s about the fun, it’s the company and friends that you make over food. In any case if you want to know more about what we had, you can read the detailed write-up of our menu.

My previous food outings:
Epicurious, Dallas, Persimmon, Obolo, Tetsu, Ochacha

I’ve made a verbal promises to all the folks who were present for my previous outing that I would do my next one, which was this one, very soon, probably in June I said. And then June passed by in a wink and came July. But July seemed to disappear pretty fast too! And that’s why we have August.

One of the reason for the delay of the outing was due to the lazy-genes that I’ve inherited. And the other was because I was looking for a place that could accommodate us and still serve good food. And so, the next ladyironchef food outing event will be on the 10th August, with details of the menu as follows:

Revised Menu

A Shot of Gazpacho con vino blanco

Traditional Spanish cold soup with a mild white wine twist served in a baby coconut husk

Combo Tapas

Champinones con ajo: Sauteed garlic mushrooms with lemon sauce

Chorizo con curry verde: Spanish Bibao (Sausage) in Thai green curry sauce

Gambas al ajillo de moda thai: King Prawns cooked with olive oil, lemongrass, garlic, black pepper, nameko mushroom, broccoli & basil leaf garnish

Soup

Tom Kha Guy: Classic Thai sour & mildly spiced coconut soup with chicken meat

Mains

Bacalao: Pan-fried blue cod fillet dressed in olive oil, black pepper, chopped red& green peppers & white wine tomato base sauce. Accompanied with boiled asparagus & mashed potatoes

With sampling portions of Moo Curry: Pork & potato cubes pan-fried with red curry sauce, tomato sauce & red peppers, Som Tum: Mango and papaya strips in sour and spicy sauce, and Garlic fried spaghetti

Sharing Tom Yum Paella (4 persons to 1)

Dessert Combo

Crema Catalana con frescas

Flourless Almond Lemon Cake

Lemongrass Jello Shot

Beverage

Limon’s House special Sangria (u.p $16 per glass) or Lemongrass mocktail

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The dinner will be on the 10th August (Monday, public holiday) at $32nett per person. Everything is done in sampling portions so that we get to try a variety of dishes.

Drop me a sms at 9623 2581 to confirm your place or should you have any enquiries. All are welcome, and feel free to bring along your friends too! Please let me know how many people you are bringing along, and if there’s food allergies. This outing will be capped at 30 people, and reservation will be stopped on 8th August.

Attendance list (facebook page):

1. ladyironchef
2. Zaylene (2)
4. Taryn (2)
6. Tim (4)
10. Amy (2)
12. Derrick (4)
16.Elizabeth (4)
20. Regina (2)
22. Teresa (2)
24. Maureen (2)
26. Yuan Long
27. Ivy (2)
29. Yewon (2)
31. Rebecca
32.

p.s: Come let’s celebrate National day together!

p.s.s: My apologies if there’s any typo error because I’m so sleepy!

p.s.s.s: Add me as a friend, Twitter here, Facebook here, & FB group here.

This year, rather than wait till the end of the year, Yixiao (hautestuff) and I are organising this year’s Food Bloggers’ Lunch on Saturday, May 23.

Chef Gunther from Gunther’s has kindly prepared a 4-course Carte Blanche menu. The recession-friendly Carte Blanche lunch menu includes two starters, pasta, dessert, as well as coffee or tea – at just $45 nett.

Carte blanche is a Gunther’s expression where the chef literally creates a menu from scratch with the fresh ingredients he has available for that day. The aim of this menu is to showcase Gunther’s talent in devising unusual yet harmonious flavour combinations, allowing diners to savour extraordinary dishes like no others, one that is uniquely Gunther’s.

Based on past experiences, you can definitely count on great nosh andawesome company! What’s more, this year, Obolo, Ochacha, Tetsu, Garibaldi and Lazy Gourmet have generously sponsored some gifts – this is your chance to win something if you haven’t done so in the past few years.

We have only 25 seats so if this is right up your alley, email either of us at dropyourcashhere@hotmail.com or bradleyfk@gmail.com right away. Alternatively, you can send me a text to 9623 2581 to RVSP too. Thanks for spreading the word about this lunch!

And I will like to take this opportunity to thank Gunther’s for hosting the lunch, and our various sponsors for sponsoring the prizes for our lucky draw. Last but not lest, to our designer-friend Sherms: her lovely design for our poster (Brush credit: http://scully7491.deviantart.com).

See you all at Gunther’s!
Brad

Across the big colourful bridge, it is a path to company, fun, and good food on a Saturday afternoon. Thirty-eight of us, chat, laugh, and eat.There was a lucky draw, giving out some free desserts, tapas, pasta & burgers to the lucky few. And for the rest of you all, I’m glad you will not leave the place empty-hand, with the 1-for-1 vouchers.

The menu which I discussed with Helena, was to showcase the specialities of Epicurious. Simple, comfort food that you and I can do it at home if not for the fact that half of us are lazy creatures who preferred to eat than cook. Mushroom soup paired with croque Monsieur toast.

A lightly dressed Asian salad, paired with bacon-wrapped chicken. The latter was a brilliant creation. Taking one bite, I proclaimed it as the bacon Ngo hiang (prawn roll), just that instead of the beancurd skin that we are familiar with, they replaced it with the bacon, and the chicken in place of the prawn.

Mini burger paired with spaghetti Vietnamese bolognaise. Instead of the full size Epicurious burger, we did a half-patty-bun so that it will not be too overwhelming given we are having a four course.

And for the non-beef eaters, we specially did this pork patty for them. Oh-oh-oh-oh! The famous Epicurious burger! I’m trying to persuade Helena to have this pork burger on their menu as well! All right, the next time I go back, I’m gonna have my special order for this.

Hello everybody! Can you see the sparking vanilla bean that shines from the surface of the cold, creamy white? Vanilla-bean ice cream! Oh my, the sight of it never failed to excite me! The apple crumble at Epicurious was done on-the-spot, and the combination of chill ice-cream and warm crumble is surely a hit! My dear friend commented it’ll be better if there’s cinnamon added as well.

And the pairing of the apple crumble was the simple french toast, given a make-over by the folks at Epicurious.

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I’m glad all of you came for my food outing, and I do hope it was an enjoyable one! This was my first time having a lucky draw for some fun, with Helena sportingly giving out several free vouchers for the lucky few, and everyone-else getting a 1-for-1 vouchers. Burgers, pastas, tapas and desserts. Whee!

I’ll like to thank Helena and her crew for hosting us at Epicurious, and see you all next time! I reckon there will be more impromptu small group food outing soon, but I probably just announced it through my Facebook page for those smaller outings, so do check it out!

Read about my previous visits to Epicurious here, and here.

Epicurious
60 Robertson Quay
#01-02 The Quayside
Tel: 6734 7720

Mushroom soup paired with croque Monsieur toast

Asian salad paired with bacon-wrapped chicken

Mini burger paired with spaghetti vietnamese bolognaise

Apple crumbled paired with french toast

And oh ya, I forgot, free flow of iced lemon tea & ribena lime

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The “early dinner” on 2th May Saturday will start at 4pm and lasted till 6pm, is at $25 nett per head. I’m looking at 40 person max this time round, do RVSP early.

Drop me a sms at 9623 2581 to confirm your place or should you have any enquiries. All are welcome, and feel free to bring along your friends too! Click here to see who’s attending the event!

Read about my previous visit to Epicurious here.

Epicurious
60 Robertson Quay
#01-02 The Quayside
Tel: 6734 7720

It was supposed to be January, but it is almost April soon! Well, like they say, better late than never! Forty-four was the magical number this time, and I’m glad to see many of my regulars, and of course our new friends.

Salt & Pepper Calamari

We started with the simple appetiser, but I was too busy running from table to table that the calamari turned cold by the time I returned!

Chicken & Cheese Quesadillas

Dallas signature Quesadillas was one of the dish which I remembered from my previous visit. Tasting almost like a Mexican taco, there was chicken bits soaked with tomato in chicken broth.

Shredded Pork Tacos

Baby Back Pork ribs

There was some confusion when the ribs were served. The three different flavours of Fiery, Alabama & Smoked Hickory BBQ were too alike! Because we did everything in tasting portions, the pork ribs had to be cut and served this way, otherwise we were be there until four.

Dallas Wings

There was some feedback that the wings were too dry and lacked marination.

Tempura Barramundi

Corn & crab fritters

Beef Fajitas with Guacamole & sour cream

Breaded mushrooms

The “twin” brother which looked almost identical to the Corn & Crab Fritters.

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A total number of 44 people turned up for this LIC food outing, thank you everyone! Like I’ve mentioned, there will be no date announced yet for the next lic food outing, I will try to organise it soon, so see you next time! I’ll also like to thank Jason, the owner for Dallas for hosting us.

I will be adding the group photos to my Facebook page later. Do add me there to see the photos!

Read about my previous visit to Dallas here.
And Catherine @ Camemberu
Julia @ AromaCookery
Fen @ Sgdessert
Keropok man @ Singapuradailymakanphoto

Dallas Restaurant & Bar
31 Boat Quay
Boat Quay Conservation area
Tel: 6532 2131
Website: http://www.dallas.sg/

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Dallas Restaurant & Bar
31 Boat Quay
Tel: 6532 2131
Website: http://www.dallas.sg/

You can read my review on Dallas here, and see here people who is coming for the event!

The Tapas Menu

- Baby Back Pork Ribs served in Fiery, Alabama & Smoked Hickory BBQ

- Salt & Pepper Calamari

- Tempura Barramundi with Thai Herbs & Naan Jim

- Corn & Crab Fritters with Chili Glaze

- Chicken & Cheese Quesadillas

- Shredded Pork Tacos

- Beef Fajitas with Guacamole & Sour Cream

- Dallas Wings with a ranch dipping sauce

- Breaded mushrooms with cheese and Garlic Mayonnaise

Attendance
1. ladyironchef
2. Zaylene
3. Evan
4. Arlyna
5. Pamie
6. Siyi
7. Mike
8. Shumei
9. Regina
10. Jasmin
11. Wenjing
12. Debbie (6)
18. Taryn (2)
20. Mike.e (3)
23. Elaine (2)
25. Tim (4)
29. Fen (2)
31. Fatpig (4)
35. Camemberu
36. Weili
37. Sinny
38. Maureen (2)
40. Julia
41. Sok Peng (2)
43.

The multi course set lunch, for just LIC readers, is $23 nett! To avoid missing out again, drop me a sms at 9623 2581 to confirm your place or should you have any enquiries. All are welcome, and feel free to bring along your friends too!

And oh yes people, I just realise it will be ladyironchef 2nd anniversary on the same day too! So lets come down and celebrate : )

Cheers
Brad

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My fourth, her third, another’s second, and many others first. Our common love for food. That’s how it all began. At the heart of East-Meet-West. Persimmon.

Kopitiam, the symbolic of our local heartlands. The place where everybody grew up sipping their milo & coffee, where everybody settled their three meals when their mother was on strike, and the gateway to many delicious heritage hawker food.

Persimmon is quintessentially a swanky and upmarket kopitiam, retaining the traditional feel by using the classic kopitiam furnitures and floor tiles. The furnishings were a combination between comtemporary and rustic. And not to mention her location is right in the middle of Tiong Bahru, with the shophouses and kopitiam lining side by side.

Choices of desserts pick from a la carte buffet. Bread pudding, carrot cake, mango pudding, panna cotta, chocolate mousse. For the discerning us, perhaps only the carrot cake made the cut.

The kong ba bao (stewed pork belly) was way off my radar. The bun was hard and dry, the meat was not fatty enough, and lacked the delicious gravy. And oh ya, it wasn’t part of our menu, but was under the a la carte buffet offered.

Inspired by NoSignBoard white pepper crab, Persimmon white pepper Crabcake is all about that. Enjoyed the white pepper “crab”, no doubt in the form of crabcake, without any hassle. Under the sunny weather, the crab was toned prefectly brown, with a crisp-cross shell, and savoury meat within. Adiós

The crown of Persimmon. Hainanese Chicken Salad. Featured in almost all the media publications, there isn’t any excuse for you to miss this dish. The concept is simple, Singaporeans loved their chicken rice, but dreaded the calories. So what do you do? Remove the rice, throw in some greens, and voila! Singapore’s very own Hainanese chicken salad. Poach chicken, fresh local herbs & mesclun greens, rise crisps, and special dressing.

Tomato base pasta? Boring! How about our rich cream base instead? I hate cream! Right, why not try our Linguine laksa leaf Pesto? Specially created for your exquisite taste buds, the laksa infused linguine will definitely blow you away with its unique taste. Think laksa, but swop the thick rice noodles with pasta. Some felt that the laksa leaf was too heavy and overwhelm the whole dish. On the other hand, i thought the pasta was perfectly fine. Innovative with a big I.

Mixed blonds (fusion) are interesting in some ways, and the 8 treasures certainly roused my curiosity. Three mushrooms, two nuts, chinese sausage, parmesan cheese and risotto. What happens when Italian Risotto combine with the 8 treasures? You get the 8 treasure Risotto! The intial impression was Glutinous rice, but it was way better. I need to be honest, i couldn’t taste all of you. But in the end, it doesn’t really matter, you are all mine!

Staying true with the principle of fusion food, we have the European-style steak meeting heads on with our Asian carrot cake. The grilled ribeye with “chye tao kueh” carrot cake is bound to make your eyes popped out. The carrot cake was fried with XO and balsamic, with the latter providing a sour taste. A vast contrast with the steak. Not everyone could accepted sour carrot cake with steak though. Aspiring combination, but somehow failed to sizzle with the seemingly weird taste.

Eaten alone, the Slow poached salmon with zuchinni ribbons didn’t come as tender as we thought it will. But dipped in the green curry sauce, the fish went through a make-over in the taste department. There was cucumbers used in the green curry, which caught my attention. Like what one of our fellow friend say, when you don’t understand, just say “fusion!”

Our humble Otak is given a upmarket transformation by going créme brulée. With richly flavoured spicy kaffir lime & coconut used as the main ingredients, there was fish mousse hidden beneath the otak. The otak creme brulee is a very creative fusion dish indeed, but the experiement could perhaps be better. Some of us found the otak to be too watery, and maybe it’s meant to be this way. But is créme brulée ever so soggy?

There was a slight tweak to the menu compared to the one i previously shown. And the cost per person was 20 dollar nett, which everybody agreed was a reasonable price given we managed to try a variety of food. I hope everybody enjoyed their meal, and see you all at the next LIC food outing! We had 27 people for this outing, which was quite a healthy figure.

Well, like what some of you mentioned, it was a case of hits and misses, fusion food is pretty much an experiment between the Asian and Western cuisines, and it was certainly interesting to try some food which we’ll never get to try elsewhere.

And not to forget, LIC outing is all about the fun, joy and laughter during the event, and getting to know more friends. I’ll also like to take the opportunity to thank Helena and Sharon, the co-owners of Persimmon for having us there.

Do add me on facebook, if you missed the links earlier.

Read Jaime-la-nourriture chinese post on the outing here

For those who missed this Persimmon outing, you can get the best discounts when you mentioned ladyironchef while you are at Persimmon. So do go down and give the fusion food a try.

The multi course set lunch, for just LIC readers, is $20 nett! To avoid missing out again, drop me a sms at 9623 2581 to confirm your place or should you have any enquiries. All are welcome, and feel free to bring along your friends too!

Attendance:

1. LIC
2. Timothy (4)
6. Debbie (3)
9. Wendy
10. Evan
11. Eeling
12. Alice
13. Derrick
14. Rachel (5)
19. Jasmine (4)
23. Maureen
24. Jasmin (2)
26. weijian
27. Leroy
28. Matilda

Persimmon
The Link Hotel
50 Tiong Bahru Road #01-07
Tel: 6227 2271

Bus services: 5, 16, 33, 63, 123, 195, 851

1. Amuse Bouche of a little shooter glass of our mushroom soup with hsao xing creme, accompanied by a little something else (chef’s creation)

2. Mixed starter platter with 3 of our starters:

• Chicken salad: Hainanese-style poached chicken; fresh local herbs & mesclun greens; rice crisps; chilli, garlic, ginger, soy & lime; sesame and olive oils

• Crabcake: crab claw meat, white pepper, garlic, ginger, spring onion, chilli; mango & lotus salsa; lotus crisp

• Caprese salad: roma tomato; mozzarella; black tofu; green chilli pesto

3. Pasta: Linguine laksa pesto prawn & clam; cream & white wine (sampling portion)

4.  Main Course:

• Chicken roulade: boneless chicken thigh; “tandoori” marinade; basmati rice pilaf; green mango raita

• Mini beef rendang Wellington (sampling portion)

5. Dessert: Panna Cotta coconut cream, gula Melaka, sago pearls, yam & sweet potato

6. Regular Coffee or Tea

The multi course set lunch, for just LIC readers, is $23 nett! To avoid missing out again, drop me a sms at 9623 2581 to confirm your place or should you have any enquiries. All are welcome, and feel free to bring along your friends too!

Attendance:

1. LIC
2. Timothy (4)
6. Debbie (3)
9. Wendy
10. Evan
11. Eeling
12. Alice
13. Derrick
14. Rachel (5)
19. Jasmine (4)
23. Maureen
24. Jasmin (2)
26. Weijian
27. Leroy
28. Matilda

Persimmon
The Link Hotel
50 Tiong Bahru Road #01-07
Tel: 6227 2271

Bus services: 5, 16, 33, 63, 123, 195, 851

While co-owner and partner Mac excel in decorating the desserts, June enjoyed researching the use of new flavours instead. Perhaps it is the unique combination and strength in the partnership that gave Obolo Patisserie its success. ladyironchef decided to organise a dessert outing there and it went on smoothly with the support that the partners provided.

The interior of Obolo is very small, and could only fit in 15 people. Mac and his team rearranged the tables and did the settings for us, with the print of our dessert degustation menu, Obolo’s christmas catalogue, and a small gift in the form of cookies.

Our dessert degustation menu consisted of 12 desserts platter, namely 7 petite cheesecakes & entremets, 2 petite tartlets, 1 dessert shooter, and 2 les macarons. As always, i requested sampling portions for the menu as it’ll allowed us to try a variety of the desserts available at Obolo. Therefore, the pictures that you’ll be looking at are all mini-size, and does not reflect the actual size of the desserts.

Tartlet filled with milk chocolate & passion fruit ganache. The chocolate-passion was a sourish petite tart, mainly from the passion fruit used. Most of us found it too sour for our liking, and the sourness from the passion fruit completely overwhelmed the milk chocolate. I preferred it sweet.

Dark Chocolate ganache mousse, cassis ivoire mousse, praline feulletine base and moist dark chocolate-almond biscuit layers. Having tried Le Cassis before, i still enjoyed the contrasting taste between the slightly sour blackcurrent and the sweet of the chocolate ganache. I’m a big fan of the crunchy praline feulletine, but i thought that the layer was too thin, and not enough! Nonetheless, Le Cassis is definitely a hit with most of us.

Baked cheesecake infused with mango and passion fruit. While i didn’t really fancy passion fruit as i found it too sour, but in this instance the mango actually provided a better balance in the overall taste. The layer of biscuit crumb base would be nicer if it was thicker. The Mango-passion cheesecake had mixed reactions, with some finding it too sour, and some giving a thumbs up for the creative use of flavours.

67% caramel chocolate mousse, dark chocolate ganache, pecan chocolate fudge cake base. We were debating whether the nuts at the base were walnuts, but it’s actually pecan. The caraibe was one of my favourite of the night with the velvety chocolate mousse, dark chocolate ganache and chocolate fudge base. It was all about contrast and layering, really.

Tartlet filled with dark chocolate ganache. One of the few real chocolate of the night, the Chocolat Noir was better than the one that i had at Cova. One of the main feedback from the rest was, there was more sour than sweet dessert for the night. Mac explained that for decoration purposes, they liked to add in berries. But it ain’t the season for berries, and those that looked nice actually taste sour.

Some would prefer her to be drenched with liqueur, but the purist certainly say no! If you asked me, I’m on the purist side. The light mascarpone creme, dark chocolate ganache & chocolate genoise infused with coffee. Pull-me-up, of sugar and espresso. The tiramisu au chocolat.

Remember Pineapple tarts? You reminded me of Chinese New year, even though its only two months away. Pinada cheesecake, despite given a make-over, I still missed my pineapple tarts. The rum-soaked raisins didn’t help also.

Looking at the pistachio ivoire mousse, your eyes must be green with envy. Not to mention there’s still the cherry-raspberry gelee to deal with. I never like jam, definitely not the gelee in between the way of the dark chocolate ganache mousse, and the chocolate almond biscuit with kirsch. Almost prefect, the Nikta.

All the way from the states, there’s the New York cheesecake. Smooth, creamy, with a hint of lemon. At the pinnacle, seats the stunning strawberry. She’s the one that teased me all right, during our precious encounter. And now that I’ve conquered you, what do you have to say?

Appearance is secondary, they say inner beauty is more important. Nonetheless, the outer beauty sure makes a good impression. Sprinkle with gold dust, the ginormous strawberry garnished the top. There was tangy mascarpone mousse, and there was red berry gelee. Add in some kirsch-mixed berry compote, and i give you Summer Berries.

Miss macha was a last minute substitution, simply we got sick of Mr passion fruit. By common consensus, the shell was very thick, chewy, and a tad sweet. It’ll be better if she was lighter. But you couldn’t deny the fact that the macha macaron’s filling was prettily done.

Always a safe choice, the pairing of hazelnut and chocolate. Certainly a crowd teaser with that fulsome filling. Once my favourite, always my favourite. I don’t care what they say, i’m in love with you.

I’ll like to thank everyone who attended the dessert outing last night, and hope you all had a great time. There were old friends, and new faces, but everybody’s welcome! Also my thanks to Mac and June who supported and hosted us, for without them, this outing wouldn’t be possible.

For the rest of you folks who missed out on this dessert outing, not to worry. Details for my next food outing will be out tomorrow! So do let me know ASAP if you can make it for the lunch.

ps: read fen’s detailed review at sgcake.com
evan’s beautiful photos at bossacafez.com
jia xin at foodies queen

Cheers,
Brad