Talk about beach clubs and Bali is home to aplenty, but one that we really love is Ulu Cliffhouse. Situated at Uluwatu, Ulu Cilffhouse has a panoramic view of the sea and is one of the best spots in Uluwatu to catch the sunsets.

Sexy vibes, a great drinks menu, a comprehensive food menu, a retail store, and unbeatable vantage points; a trip to this beach club is definitely a must when in Bali.

With direct access to the beach, vantage points to catch the sunsets, an infinity pool, an open-air restaurant and a cliff-side ocean deck, Ulu Cliffhouse is a lifestyle destination that has gained immense popularity among Indonesians and visitors alike.

There are multiple deck chairs, cabanas and tables spread out all over the huge space, so whether you are visiting alone, as a couple or in a large group, you’re at the right place.

On its food menu, the dishes are prepared using mostly locally sourced ingredients so as to integrate its local cultural flavours. From small sharing plates to salads and pizzas, fill your tummies while you laze the afternoon away.

Need a drink? But of course. Lots of cocktails and wines options await, and non-alcoholic drinks include cold pressed juices and local kombucha.

Ulu Cliffhouse is also known for their events. Expect weekly Sunday brunches with free-flow drinks and live DJ-ing. Parties are also lined up every month.

It is truly one destination to be at when in Bali.

Ulu Cliffhouse
Jl. Labuansait Jl. Raya Uluwatu No.315, Pecatu, Kec. Kuta Sel.,
Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Tel: +62 813-3881-2502

Hands up if you’re one of those typical Singaporeans who drinks at run-of-the-mill bars along Holland Village or Clarke Quay! Don’t worry, that makes two of us. The drinking scene in our little red dot may seem a lil’ uninspiring, but there are some alternatives you can get wasted at than your habitual watering holes and clubs.

We discovered a slew of ingenious themed bars that have stepped up their game and creativity to lure alcoholics in – from a 20’s-inspired speakeasy to an 80’s arcade, there’s everything for everyone.

Ditch your old drinking spot and pop by these 10 unique themed bars offering not only great booze, but great vibes too!

Zi char restaurants are a dime a dozen in Singapore, but one that truly sets itself apart from the rest is Uncle Leong Signatures. Famed for their fresh seafood since 2002, the restaurant boasts a diverse menu of delicacies and is a perennial go-to spot for family dinners and special occasions.

We had the opportunity to try out some of their signature dishes and here’s what we thought!

First up, we had an appetizer: Salted Egg Lotus Root (S$11.80). The lotus chips were well-coated with salted egg, and each savoury bite oozes flavour – a perfect balance of sweet and salty. It was also crispy and reminiscent of potato chips.

Served next was the Sunkist Pork Ribs (S$13.80). The succulent ribs were well-marinated and drizzled with a generous amount of their orange-juice infused secret sauce. The sweet citrus dressing was also not overpowering; it complements the savoury meat and gave it a zesty bite.

One of the must-try items is the Signature Hor Fun (S$10). Deemed as a childhood comfort food, the hor fun here was scrumptious – the noodles were slightly Q and silky smooth. The rich egg gravy was also very piquant, while the hint of spiciness gave the dish an extra kick.

The moment the Hong Kong Style Typhoon Shelter Crab (S$76.50) was placed on our table, we immediately dug in. The fresh crab was succulent and sweet, and you can taste the slight wok hei. Despite being cooked with dried chilli, you can’t taste the spiciness at all.

Lastly, we were served the Mala Crab (S$76.50), an off-the-menu item. It was a perfect rendition to the usual crab sauces we were accustomed to. The crab paired really well with the sauce; the meat had a sweet yet spicy aftertaste. The spice packed a punch, giving it a tangy flavour.

The food standard at Uncle Leong Signatures is definitely a cut above the rest, and the portion sizes are generous.

83 Punggol Central
#B1-21 Waterway Point
Singapore 828761
Tel: +65 6385 9989
Daily: 11am – 10:30pm
Nearest Station: Punggol

Situated just a 25-minute drive away from Woodlands Checkpoint in the area of Taman Mount Austin, Urban Artisan Cafe is a dessert cafe that serves aesthetically-pleasing, colourful soft serves that will be a feast for both your stomach and your eyes.

If you’ve been dying to try AquaS, a popular dessert parlour originating from Sydney, but have never gotten the chance to, this cafe is a pretty darn good (and reasonably cheap) alternative to try. Boasting multiple outlets across Malaysia in Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Johor Bahru itself, Urban Artisan Cafe is best known for its gorgeous soft serve that tastes as good as it looks.

Here’s what you can expect in this gorgeous dessert cafe in Johor Bahru!

The cafe serves over 200 different ice cream flavours that are on rotation every week, and you can expect unique flavours such as Oceanic Sea Salt, Valrhona Chocolate, Summer Peach and Matcha & Roasty Hojicha.

Opt for the soft serve cone (RM12.90), which gives diners a choice of whether they prefer to have just a single flavour or the two mixed. We opted for an Oceanic Sea Salt X Valrhona Chocolate twist cone, which gives us the best of both worlds.

The former flavour is a blue-hued, whimsical dessert that boasts a pleasant salty flavour on top of a mildly sweet note that cuts through the saltiness at the end, while the latter is a rich chocolate treat. A rather unique soft serve flavour, their Oceanic Sea Salt flavour was the one that impressed us and reminded us of AquaS’ famous sea salt flavour.

Should you be feeling peckish, order up a serving of their Charcoal Belgian Waffle which comes with a choice of ice cream flavour (RM18.90).

Topped with an indulgent chocolate sauce and whipped cream, we chose to have our charcoal Belgian waffle with a helping of Oceanic Sea Salt soft serve. Crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, there really isn’t much to nitpick about this dessert.

Urban Artisan Cafe
47, Jalan Austin Heights 8/5
Taman Mount Austin, 81100 Johor Bahru
Johor, Malaysia
Tue to Sun: 2pm – 10pm
(Closed on Mondays)

Nowadays you’ve probably heard a lot about ModSin cuisine, though more often than not the novelty of fusion food is pretty much a thin disguise for more gimmicky quirks than actual delights. Fortunately, Uncle Kiisu in Novena Square 2 offers up an affordable yet impressive plethora of dishes that seeks to please all sorts of foodies.

This relatively new establishment serves up fusion food where West meets modern Asian cuisine. Aiming to challenge culinary norms, Uncle Kiisu displays its unique interpretations of food where diners are constantly wowed with creative combinations of Peranakan, Japanese and other local flavours.

First to arrive was their Mentaiko Cheese Bruschetta (S$3.80), two pieces of crispy dough fritters that were mercilessly doused with mentaiko and cheese and topped with ikura. Freshly torched before serving, the breath of char made this umami bomb all the more smoky and creamier.

Next was a plate of KiiWings (S$7.80), which was the furthest thing from your regular fried chicken. The wings are tossed in a mixture of soy and sambal and sprinkled with Japanese seasoning and fried garlic shards.

It’s really hard not to suck the meat off the bones because of how well seasoned the wings were. Crispy, juicy and succulent, the flavours oozed out with every single crunch of the fried exterior.

We also ordered their BellyRollMee (S$12.80) which was their take on a classic Porchetta, stuffed with mee siam instead of the usual meat based filling. This was, hands down, the single best bite we’ve taken, and perhaps in ever too. From the beautiful crackling skin to the fragrant fat and the soft tender meat, everything was melty and oozy and just absolutely divine.

Touted as their number one signature dish, we definitely understand why.

Last but not least, we also had their SobaSoGood (S$8.80). A simple and classic pun for a dish name, it was also the dish that we were most looking forward to. With cold matcha noodles served in truffle soba sauce alongside hotate and ikura, what more could we have asked for?

When it arrived, the smell of truffle wafted through the air and was definitely not hiding. We took a couple of generous slurps and fully enjoyed the way the delicate flavours played off one another.

Uncle Kiisu
10 Sinaran Drive
#02-65 Square2
Singapore 307506
Mon to Fri: 10am – 10.30pm
Sat & Sun: 10am – 11.30pm
Nearest Station: Novena

Located at South Bridge Road, Un-Yang-Kor-Dai is one of the few restaurants in Singapore that specialises in Authentic Issan cuisine. Issan cuisines are usually spicier and sourer, making it a very appetising dining experience.

This place gives off a modern and chill vibe, with soft lighting, wooden furniture, and upbeat music that makes one feel at home.

Un-Yang-Kor-Dai’s dishes definitely brings you an authentic Thai experience and if you are into hot and fiery food, this is definitely the place for you.

The first dish that came up was the Tom Kha Chicken (S$14.50++), which looked really spicy and appetising. We ordered the soup with coconut milk because it gives this rich and creamy texture, which makes the soup more flavourful.

True to what it looks, the soup was tangy and bursting with flavours—filled with lots of ingredients like chicken, tomato and mushrooms that makes the whole dish complete.

Next came a refreshing dish that helped wash down the spiciness of the tom yum soup. We are not really fans of salad but this Papaya Salad With Salted Egg (S$10.50++) definitely won us over. The papaya salad was zesty, spicy and refreshing—combined with the peanuts and salted egg gives this crunchy and flavourful experience.

Up next was their Massaman Curry With Chicken (S$16.50++) was topped with peanuts and also sweet potato, which surprisingly complimented the whole dish. Masaman doesn’t pack as much heat as other curries, so if you are into something less spicy, this is the dish for you.

Marinated with cinnamon and star anise, the shredded chicken was tender and flavoursome, and the taste of the whole dish was really sweet and satisfying.

Saving the best for the last, one of the best pork necks we had was served on our table. We love their Grilled Pork Neck (S$12.90++) because the fat to meat ratio was 1:1, making it the golden ratio which allows you to taste the tenderness and juiciness of the meat. Dipped in the special sauce that was spicy and savoury, we devoured the dish within minutes.

As this restaurant is located in the CBD area, prices of the food might be a little bit pricey but fret not, for those who are looking for a more wallet-friendly option, they also have set lunches that comes with complimentary tom yum soup on weekdays at only S$15++.

Un-Yang-Kor-Dai
57 South Bridge Road, #01-02
Singapore 058688
Daily: 11.30am – 3pm, 6pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Clarke Quay

Uni (sea urchin) is a highly prized Japanese delicacy that can be enjoyed in many forms—raw as sashimi or prepared as a topping on sushi. Highly valued for its sweet and briny flavours, uni has an exquisite creamy consistency that melts almost immediately in your mouth.

It’s as if our prayers have been answered! A restaurant in Singapore dedicated to uni-everything is a legit dream come true. We don’t know about you but we are truly ecstatic about Uni Gallery—a uni-centric restaurant set within The Plaza at Beach Road.

And if you have never had uni before, you ought to visit this hidden gem because you have been missing out. Aside from the large selection of uni specialities, this is also the place where diners are treated to seasonal sashimi and other classic Japanese dishes such as Chirashi Don and Donburi.

From now until 30 April 2018, enjoy 1-for-1 uni sashimi (30g per portion). Uni Gallery has several types of uni sashimi on their menus and prices range from S$28 to S$62. The complimentary item must be of the same value or of a lower price.

To redeem this promotion, simply like Uni Gallery on Facebook and quote ‘ladyironchef’ to enjoy this 1-for-1 promotion.

Nestled in the basement of a mall many of us may not even have heard of, Uni Gallery at The Plaza (which is just behind PARKROYAL on Beach Road) is inconspicuous and hard to locate, but give up the search and you may just regret.

With quirky Japanese-inspired murals on every wall, Uni Gallery provides a cheerful and inviting ambience. While most established Japanese restaurants would have just a few uni dishes on their menu, Uni Gallery is where your senses take flight with premium uni that are mostly from Japan and other places such as L.A’s Santa Barbara and British Columbia in Canada.

UNI RUIBE

The Uni Ruibe (S$45 per serving) is one heck of a sensational item at Uni Gallery and even for those who have tried uni before, this is #nextlevel enjoyment. The intense oceanic brininess of the uni was mind-blowing and there was no competition when it came down to its delicate and creamy texture. Trust us, this is truly worth the splurge.

Marinated in kombu, this is one of the most traditional ways of enjoying uni since the Japanese first did it almost a thousand years ago.

UNI KARATSUKI

Another star dish at Uni Gallery is the Uni Karatsuki (S$30), in which the fresh seasonal uni is cracked open and served immediately so guests are able to have it straight from its shell.

For the purists, this is the best way to enjoy uni at its freshest without the addition of any condiments that will alter its original salty ocean scent and buttery taste.

UNI SAKE SHOT

For a bright and umami-packed explosion in your mouth, we highly recommend giving the Uni Sake Shot (S$18) a shot—pun not intended—or more.

The initial taste that hits your tongue will be the briny, somewhat savoury uni followed by the intense flavour of alcohol mixed with shoyu. Just be mindful to keep the contents in your mouth for a few seconds to properly savour the layers and not chug the entire thing down.

UNI OYSTER SHOT

Taking luxury to a whole new level is the Uni Oyster Shot (S$24). Served in a larger-than-usual oyster shell is a mixture of ikura, oyster and uni. The size of each uni oyster shot may seem daunting, but slurp them all in one mouthful to bring your taste buds on a gastronomical journey.

The combination of the briny oyster, salty ikura and luscious uni makes for one intense flavour explosion.

LE TETSUYA

A dish that is both gorgeous to look at as well as a joy to eat, the Le Tetsuya (S$48) is another must-try premium item. Uni and Sturgeon caviar sit atop fresh, shredded Hokkaido crab; with just 3 key components, this dish may sound simple but it certainly blew us away.

We particularly loved the combination of flavours that this dish brings as you get a delightful balance of both sweet and salty notes respectively from the naturally sweet crab to the fresh ikura and umami-packed uni.

UNI TOKUSEN SASHIMI

For a hit of variety, we highly recommend getting the Uni Tokusen Sashimi (1 pax – S$38, 2 pax – S$74, 3 pax – S$110, 4 pax – S$142) that features seven types of sashimi including one type of uni—all of which are specially curated according to when each fish is at their seasonal best.

The sashimi at Uni Gallery is airflown from Japan four times a week so you can be sure of maximum freshness.

UNI SAMPLER SET

True uni connoisseurs are in for a treat with the Uni Sampler Set (5 types – S$98, 4 types – S$85, 3 types – S$74). Hefty as the price tag might seem, it is actually great value when you consider that the same quantity of premium uni you find elsewhere might cost 2 to 3 times more.

It is really worth it to give this platter a shot because you get to sample different varieties of uni such as bafun, murasaki, aka, ensui and uni shutou. Yes, in case you were wondering, uni do not all taste the same!

2-TYPE PREMIUM UNI IKURA CHIRASHI

While the 2-Type Premium Uni Ikura Chirashi (S$68) may not exactly be affordable, expect a generous portion of uni and salmon roe! You will find two types of premium-grade sea urchin and salmon roe covering a bed of sticky Japanese rice.

Those who find raw uni overpowering can start off with this as the rich uni flavours are balanced out when paired with vinegared rice and fresh slices of cucumber.

UNI MENTAIKO PASTA

An unconventional order at Uni Gallery is the Uni Mentaiko Pasta (S$38) which is topped off with briny karasumi shavings. While it may not be what you are expecting from a Japanese dining establishment, we give props to the chef for being innovative with the menu.

As mentioned earlier, from now until 30 April 2018, enjoy 1-for-1 uni sashimi (30g per portion). Uni Gallery has several types of uni sashimi on their menus and prices range from S$28 to S$62. The complimentary item must be of the same value or of a lower price.

To redeem this promotion, simply like Uni Gallery on Facebook and quote ‘ladyironchef‘ to enjoy this 1-for-1 promotion.

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Uni Gallery by Oosterbay 
7500A Beach Road
#B1-310 The Plaza
Singapore 199591
Tel: +65 9838 8209
Daily: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 6pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Nicoll Highway

This post is brought to you by Uni Gallery.

Just a mere mention of grilled unagi (freshwater eels) and most minds would naturally gravitate towards the colossally popular, Michelin Bib Gourmand winner, Man Man Unagi Japanese Restaurant. But that is soon to change especially with the opening of Uya at Wheelock Place.

Striving to keep prices affordable and the quality of their food as true to Japanese traditional unagi cuisine as possible, all of Uya’s eels are meticulously selected to ensure the ideal quality that best matches their house-made tare (sauce) and fresh shipments from both Taiwan and Japan are flown in weekly.

Smoky, sticky and grilled to utmost perfection, grilled unagi is a hard dish to dislike, and we are all extremely stoked to try Uya’s prized dish to see if this new Unagi restaurant truly walks the talk and can prove itself to be a worthy competitor to it’s Michelin Bib Gourmand-winning counterpart.

Uya was set up in partnership with the fourth-generation owner of an eel wholesaler in Japan and is set to make waves in Singapore. The restaurant is helmed by a Japanese head chef that boasts more than a decade’s worth of experience cooking in unagi restaurants in Nagoya.

The excellent quality of their unagi is evident from the creamy and delicate flesh and as such, the fish is given the respect it deserves, that is, a simple application of their tare and masterfully grilled over a charcoal grill.

Their tare is made using a sauce base that carries with it, a family secret that has been passed down from over 4 generations.

There are a few ways the chefs at Uya prepare their unagi. You can opt to experience their unagi in the form of the traditional Hitsumabushi that comprises chopped up unagi eaten 4 ways or the Healthy Unadon that comprises chopped up unagi, assorted vegetables, pickles and sous vide egg.

Once you decide on your order, the live eels undergo cutting, skewering, an initial grilling process without sauce known as shirayaki and a final grilling known as kabayaki where the sauce is applied.

Uya
501 Orchard Road, #02-15/16
Wheelock Place
Singapore 238880
Tel: +65 6732 1096
Sun to Thu: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 9.30pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

*All photos are credited to Uya Singapore.

Set within The Plaza at Beach Road, Uni Gallery—opened by online seafood and sashimi retailer, Oosterbay—is a uni-centric restaurant that is bound to get heads turning—especially if you’re a uni fanatic like us. They serve a range of uni as well as premium sushi that are all air-flown from Japan, the United States and Canada.

The 40-seater restaurant serves ‘uni-fied’ dishes such as their Uni Aglio Olio (S$28++), Uni Oyster Shot (S$25++) and the stellar Uni Bomb (S$99++) that is what this humble restaurant gains the most praise for.

In addition to uni, their menu also includes seasonal sashimi such as kinmedai (golden eye snapper), hirame (flounder) and our favourite, ankimo (monkfish liver). Finding exceptional yet relatively affordable uni in Singapore is a tough feat, however, ever since the opening of Uni Gallery, fans of the beloved sea urchin have stopped searching.

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Boasting decadence and creaminess like you have never felt before is the Uni Oyster Shot (S$25++). This tantalising morsel features a scoop of briny Canadian sea urchin alongside generous amounts of ikura (salmon roe), served atop a fresh and plump New Zealand oyster.

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Perhaps one dish that every first timer should order is their signature dish, the oh-so-gorgeous Uni Bomb (S$99++). The dish features 3 different types of uni from varying parts of the world and comes served with a shot of either Japanese sake or gin.

Hefty as the price may be for this stellar dish, we would still urge you to try it nonetheless simply because it is a pure indulgence on a plate.

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But if it’s affordability you are after, their Uni Chirashi set (S$28.90++) comes highly recommended as well. The dish sees a large bowl of rice generously topped with fresh, creamy uni, with sliced ginger, seaweed, furikake and tamago. Fairly affordable and perfect as a work-day lunch option, we can see why this is a popular choice amongst those who work in the area.

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Uni Gallery by Oosterbay 
7500A Beach Road
#B1-310 The Plaza
Singapore 199591
Tel: +65 9838 8209
Daily: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 6pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Nicoll Highway

All photos are credited to Uni Gallery by Ooster Bay. 

A shout-out to those working in Singapore’s CBD because we are introducing to you a new coffee bar at Amoy Street, for you to get your daily fix of caffeine.

Officially launched on 25 September 2017, Upside Down Coffee Alternatives is a beautiful café space where you will discover quality brews which are crafted and poured by their main barista, Ivan. And on every Friday in October, you can get your hands on a batch brew for just S$1; what are you waiting for?

Behind Upside Down Coffee Alternatives lies the mission to create an alternate dimension where patrons can put aside any pressing thoughts in their mind and channel their complete focus on their great cup of coffee. This coffee joint also keeps things fresh and exciting with seasonal blends that are on a rotational basis.

Coffee options on their menu include the Espresso (S$4), Long Black (S$5), Mocha (S$6) and the Batch Brew (S$4) which is only available until 2pm.

Two seasonal beverages that you can look forward to are the Cold Drip & Tonic (S$7) which features natural gin-inspired flavours, juniper berries, coriander seeds and citrus peel; and the Ultraviolet (S$6.50— a delightful infusion of lychee and lime in cold-brew hibiscus tea.

Dropping by for a light tea snack? Well then, pair your coffee, tea or drink with Upside Down Coffee Alternatives’ Homemade Banana Bread which is freshly baked every day. Alternatively, you can enjoy a healthy Granola Parfait (S$10) or a Mini Sweet Potato Doughnut, too.

Upside Down Coffee Alternatives
115 Amoy Street, Lobby Space
Singapore 069935
Tel: +65 8826 6907
Mon to Fri: 8am – 4.30pm
Sat: 12pm – 6pm
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

All images are credited to Upside Down Coffee Alternatives.

Uncle Ringo—Singapore’s favourite amusement and theme park—is happening at Punggol Bazaar from now until 25 June 2017.

With adulthood creeping up on most of us, fun is often something we take for granted. But let us not allow ourselves to fall into the endless cycle of monotonous routines and instead, unleash our inner child at Singapore’s favourite carnival—Uncle Ringo.

This time, Uncle Ringo is making its appearance at the Punggol Bazaar. Be prepared for heaps of good food, carnival games and rides that you can have a go at.

Happening from now until 25 June 2017, the Punggol Bazaar can be easily located as it sits just next to Exit D of Punggol MRT, right opposite Waterway Point.

Begin your evening by digging into the countless rows of food stalls. Most of the food items come in sizeable portions but to enjoy more varieties, it’s better to share them with friends. Here is what we had!

#1 Appam with assorted fillings and syrups

Being the Singaporeans that we are, we decided to start with the longest queue in the whole bazaar—Apam Balik Power. For the uninitiated, Appam is an Indian-style pancake that is made with fermented rice batter and coconut milk.

There were many toppings to choose from—sweet corn, Nutella, banana, peanut. Feel free to mix and match to your preference.

We had the pisang (banana) and Nutella option (S$4). Buttery, crispy, sweet and definitely something you might need an hour on the treadmill to burn off.

#2 Instagram-worthy puddings

‘Hipster Mix’ is a stand that sells colourful puddings in adorable containers. They even have a Minions one that is flavoured with sweet corn.

We got the paddle pop flavoured pudding (S$6) just because it was rather pretty to look at. Not really worth the price, but it sure livened up our Instagram feeds.

#3 Twister fries on steroids

Twist potatoes are available at most, if not all bazaars around but we just had to get it because it is that delicious. Crispy potato that comes in twirls, with your choice of seasoning—piping hot, crispy and utterly delicious.

We chose to get ours with cheese which cost us just S$3. Pretty worth it considering how filling it was.

#4 Quench your thirst with old-school beverages

All the walking and eating really worked up a thirst, but instead of the more hip drinks available, why not settle for the classic bazaar staples—such as iced blueberry, iced rose and iced honeydew just to cite a few. A sizeable cup like that only cost us S$1 each!

#5 Blueberry Tutu Kueh

Tutu kueh is also another generic food item that can be found at most bazaars, but what drew us to ‘Chub Tutu’ was the fact that he introduced blueberry as a filling instead of the usual coconut.

It really was an interesting combination. The tangy blueberry coupled with the chewy tutu kueh almost made it feel as though we were chewing on gummy candies. Not joking. Get yours at only S$3.

#6 Bao-werful Baos 

Combining the fresh elements of a taco and the savouriness of a kong bak pau, the Deng Deng Gula Pau (S$7 for 2) from ’T.I.T’ is definite must-try at the Punggol bazaar.

Deng Deng (the halal version of bakwa) is sandwiched between soft steamed buns and topped with fresh salsa, cilantro and a homemade garlic aioli. But stay away from the spicy version if you are not a fan of spice because the spicy bun includes bird’s eye chilli and it is insanely spicy.

#7 Winner winner chicken dinner

Nothing beats a good old fried chicken, but doing it with tandoori spices instead of the usual seasonings just elevates it tenfold.

We tried a mixture of chicken skewers (S$5 for 3) ranging from boneless chicken thighs, chicken backsides and chicken gizzards from ‘Mr. Tandoori Steak’. Do not be thrown off by the odd combination because the tandoori spices and the crispy exterior does incredibly well to mask the taste.

FUN FUN FUN AT UNCLE RINGO

Right after you fill up your hungry tummies, have fun at the many carnival attractions and rides at Uncle Ringo that sits right outside the Punggol Bazaar.

Starting at S$5, you can try your hand at a wide variety of exciting carnival games. Serious professionals may even stand to walk home with life-size plushies!

With a myriad of different carnival rides—think carousel, pirate ship, bumper car, trampoline bungee and more—both adults and young children can be sure to have an evening of great fun!

Much to our surprise, the Uncle Ringo was almost a full house. A culmination of families, couples and friends, both young and old, coming together to just let loose and have fun was just such a stunning spectacle to witness.

It made us feel a little warm inside seeing how happy those people were with simple pleasures.

The Punggol Bazaar and Uncle Ringo carnival runs from now up till 25 June 2017.

Punggol Bazaar x Uncle Ringo
Daily: 6pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Punggol (Exit D)

Ultimo Italian Restaurant is a popular Italian restaurant located in the heart of Seminyak, Bali. Even if you are on a budget trip to Bali, do not be put off by its posh interior as the restaurant offers affordable pricing for its lovely ambiance and classic Italian dishes.

Most of the pastas and pizzas on the menu are priced less than RP100,000/ S$10. You can even complement the food with house pour wines starting from as low as RP25,000/ S$2.50. Drop by the place and you will see why this is one of our all-time favourite Italian restaurants in Seminyak. 

Peak hour starts during sunset at Ultimo Italian Restaurant and the place transforms into a romantic restaurant where couples can have an intimate candlelight dinner. If you are not a fan of crowds, visit them during the day when it is quieter.

For those who are wondering what gnocchi is, it is actually soft dough dumplings that is usually made from flour or potato. Ultimo Italian Restaurant’s homemade Gnocchi Di Patate Valtelina (RP70,000/ S$7) came with rich tomato sauce and sliced portabello mushrooms.

The Fettucinne Alla Carbonara (RP70,000/ S$7) is your standard carbonara pasta featuring pork bacon and cream egg sauce. While it is not the best we have tried, we find it decent for its price.

Diners have a wide range of pasta options including Penne All’ Arabiata (RP60,000/ S$6) and Lasagna Al Forno (RP70,000/ S$7).

One thing you should not miss out is their homemade wood-fired pizzas. Served warm from their kitchen, our Margherita Pizza (RP70,000/ S$7) is a thin crust pizza with crispy edges. We liked that the cheese, tomato sauce and other savoury ingredients are evenly spread out, making every slice flavourful.

You can also look forward to other traditional Italian mains such as Filleto Mignon, Tenderloin Beef (RP190,000/ S$19) and Pollo Arrosto/Roasted Chicken (RP130,000/ S$13).

Ultimo Italian Restaurant
Jalan Kayu Aya 104X
Oberoi-Seminyak
Seminyak, Bali
Tel: +62 361 738720

EXCLUSIVE: UberEATS is delivering Hai Di Lao Hot Pot on Chinese New Year Day 3 (30 Jan 2017) and you can legit get a Hai Di Lao meal for 6 (valued at S$300) for free. And no, we are not kidding.

THIS IS JUST ABOUT THE BEST NEWS, ISN’T IT?

Here’s how you can get Hai Di Lao Hot Pot on UberEATS:

30 Jan 2017 is the day. From 10am onwards, open your UberEATS app. Do make sure that you are within the UberEATS Singapore’s coverage area.

Tap on the Hot Pot billboard at the top of the app to request for Hai Di Lao Hot Pot for 6.

Demand will be extremely high and there are limited sets; you have been warned. So just keep trying and requesting, because good things are worth putting in effort for. If fortune smiles on your belly, get ready to feast and party!

UberEATS’ Hai Di Lao Hot Pot is free for new users to the app. You can unlock your free Hai Di Lao Hot Pot meal by keying ‘Hai Di Lao Hot Pot’ as your delivery address and ‘HOTPOT’ under Promotions.

Standard Chartered customers also eat for free. Unlock your free Hot Pot meal by keying ‘Hai Di Lao Hot Pot’ as your delivery address and ‘SCHOTPOT’ under Promotions. Remember to tap on your Standard Chartered credit card as the payment choice.

If you are not a new user nor are you a Standard Chartered cardholder, this Hai Di Lao Hot Pot set for 6 (U.P. S$300) is S$88—which is still a steal, anyway.

Good luck, guys! We are definitely keeping our fingers crossed that we can get the Hai Di Lao delivery on UberEATS!

UberEATS has finally launched in Tokyo, Japan! We were invited to the launch of the app in Tokyo and had a full experience of UberEATS, from tap to table.

While UberEATS has been around in Singapore for awhile, this launch in Japan is the 8th country and 34th city added to their fast-growing and extensive list.

Their mission is simple – to make eating well effortless at anytime for anyone. The efficiency of tapping on your smart device and having a meal or snack delivered right to your doorstep is our idea of convenience. In Tokyo, 150 restaurant partners have partnered up with UberEATS for this launch and there will definitely be gradual expansion in time to come.

Launched on 29 September 2016, UberEATS has already been a hit with the local crowd. Tokyo is a unique city as it has a strong dining culture. UberEATS in Tokyo is so diverse because you can get anything from a simple Acai Bowl to a full on restaurant-quality meal from Michelin-starred restaurants such as SOUGO.

It was definitely a challenge to bring UberEATS to such a bustling city but the team managed to pull it off. Tokyo itself has an impressive 226 Michelin stars, way more than Paris’ 94.

And yes, you can have food from Michelin-starred restaurants delivered to your home too!

The city of Tokyo is very fast-paced and people sometimes do not have the luxury of time to leave their workplace to grab food. With UberEATS, all they need is a smart device and the app and they could tap their meal of choice and have it delivered right to wherever they are.

The app is extremely easy to use. The wait is generally short, at an average of about 20 to 30 minutes, and our quickest delivery arrived 8 minutes.

We also liked that every meal is so intricately prepared and planned—from the initial preparation, right down to the quality, temperature control and even the packaging to ensure that the food gets to you in tip top condition.

From now until 29 October 2016, UberEATS will be offering One Coin Meals at ¥500 to kickstart the app for anyone and everyone to try.

Think gourmet burgers, ramen and even healthy grain and salad bowls delivered right to you with no extra costs. Yes, the delivery fee is waived.

Even SOUGO, helmed by two michelin-starred chef Daisuke Nomura, has come onboard to offer an extremely value-for-money meal set for just ¥500 as part of this campaign. We need not tell you how awesome this deal is, right?

L to R: Masami Takahashi – President of Uber Japan; and Simon Rossi – Regional General Manager of UberEATS APAC

How to order via UberEATS:
1. Download the app via the App Store or Google Play.
2. Select your location on the app.
3. Pick your desired meal or food item.
4. Check out with a simple tap.
5. Track your food as it gets to you.

One Coin (¥500) Campaign
For the month of October, UberEATS Japan will be offering ¥500 meals from several different restaurants to provide anyone the opportunity to try the app out and get a seriously good meal at an affordable price.

Visit www.ubereats.com for more details.

This trip to Tokyo is made possible by UberEATS.

UberEATS is now in Singapore and it is good news for everyone, especially people who stay in Serangoon!

Starting from today, UberEATS will deliver to people living in Serangoon and in parts of Kovan, Hougang, Joo Seng, Potong Pasir and Tai Seng with over 30 participating food and beverage establishments. The launch of Serangoon means that its coverage has actually expanded by five times! And what we love is the curated list of homegrown brands.

UberEATS is a convenient food delivery service where you can easily request for your desired food to be sent to you with just a few taps on the UberEATS mobile app. There is no minimum order required and DELIVERY IS FREE!

For those of you who are new to UberEATS, use our promo code “LADYIRONCHEFEATS” to get S$10 off (for first timer users only) from now until 31 October 2016.

ARBITE

Probably the most popular cafe in Serangoon Gardens, Arbite has a menu of American-style dishes incorporated with local flavours.

AYAM PENYET PRESIDENT

For fans of Ayam Penyet President at Lucky Plaza, you will be delighted to know that you can enjoy this delicious meal right in the comforts of your own home.

CIEL PATISSERIE

A heartland patisserie that boasts a menu of French desserts, Ciel Patisserie is a hidden gem. You can have lemon meringue tarts and the signature Fuji cake delivered to you!

HANWOORI RESTAURANT

Korean food delivered to your doorstep sounds like the perfect idea, yes? Hanwoori Restaurant is in the list of restaurant that delivers within Serangoon!

KOMBI ROCKS

Kombi Rocks is a retro-themed bistro in Serangoon, with a menu of Asian-style mains such as Mee Goreng and Thai Spicy Basil Minced Pork Rice.

LAD & DAD

Sitting in Serangoon Garden Market, Lad & Dad has British home-style stews at very affordable prices.

LOLA’S CAFE

Lola’s Cafe is famed for its paprika wings and all-day breakfasts. Do try the Chocolate Tart while you are at it too!

SUNDAY MARKET

Sunday Market at Lim Tua Tow Road is a cafe that offers mains with interesting Asian influences. Items to love include Rendang Lasagna and French Toast BBQ Char Siew Chicken.

TRULY TEST KITCHEN

Truly Test Kitchen is a multi-concept coffee shop called Truly Test Kitchen where you are in for some cheap and good eats. The Chicken & Waffles are only S$4.50!

UDDERS

Known for its local and liqueur ice cream flavours, Udders is no strangers to ice cream lovers. Choose from their classic, premium and connoisseur range.

WIMBLY LU

Hidden amongst rows of terraced houses, Wimbly Lu being on UberEATS simply means we can have their waffles and Root Beer Float Cake delivered to our doorstep!

YAOWARAT SEAFOOD

Known for their crab beehoon, Yaowarat Seafood’s menu features mainly Thai-Chinese cooked dishes.

YOGIYO CHICKEN

When you find yourselves craving for Korean fried chicken, place an order with Yogiyo Chicken – a humble specialty stall at myVillage.

Thanks to the advancement of mobile technology, we can now treat ourselves to tantalising dishes whenever our cravings strike. From Udders’ Mao Shan Wang Durian Ice Cream to The Song Of India’s Indian delicacies, an average order takes about 35 minutes from start to finish. This is probably faster than you heading out to grab takeaways!

Simply download the application on your smartphone, select the restaurant you prefer, choose the dishes you fancy, and a total bill – inclusive of food and delivery – will be presented to you.

Last step: Pay with your Uber account and you are all set. Convenient, fuss-free and speedy, the food is delivered to your place warm – ordering takeaway on UberEATS is almost like dining at the restaurants. Quality certainly is not compromised.

Seriously, what’s there to not love about UberEATs! We are in, and with so many restaurant choices, we are so going to rely on this for lazy days.

If you are new to UberEATS, use our promo code “LADYIRONCHEFEATS” to get S$10 off (for first timer users only) from now until 31 October 2016.

This post is brought to you by UberEATS.

One of the best news we’ve received this month is knowing that United Airlines has launched its inaugural nonstop flight from Singapore to San Francisco on 03 June 2016. The Golden Gate City is now only 15 hours and 30 minutes away, and yes, it is a non-stop flight! Man, are we so done with transits!

United Airlines is the first airline to offer direct non-stop routes between these two metropoles. It is also currently the only aviation company offering a direct flight service between Singapore and the United States.

Previously, travellers would have to transit in Tokyo or Hong Kong and board a connecting flight to get to San Francisco. Thankfully, that hassle is no longer necessary.

This newly launched SIN-SFO service is a serious game changer in the aviation industry. Travellers can save up to four hours whilst travelling between these two destinations via United Airlines’ Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, and we were very privileged to have experienced its first flight out on 03 Jun 2016. Let’s take a peek at what the comfortable flight entails:

FREQUENCY AND SCHEDULE

An eastbound United Airline flight departs Singapore Changi Airport at 8:45am daily and is scheduled to arrive San Francisco International Airport at 9.15am on the same day (local time).

On the other hand, a westbound flight departs San Francisco International Airport at 11:25pm daily and arrives at Singapore Changi Airport at 6:15am (local time) two days later.

MILESTONES WORTH CELEBRATING

Flying 13,593 kilometres in just a span of 15 hours and 30 minutes is an impressive feat. The usage of modern engines and improved aerodynamics have enabled United Airlines’ aircraft to fly faster and farther in an efficient manner. The benefit is obvious – customers can now save hours of travelling time and as the saying goes, time is money.

A direct flight from Singapore to London would already take about 13 hours, but you can find yourselves in San Francisco in less than 16 hours now!

BOEING 787-9 AIRCRAFT’S AMENITIES

Boeing 787-9 aircrafts are used for these direct nonstop SIN-SFO routes. The 787-9 Dreamliner boasts enhanced ventilations, improved lighting, bigger overhead bins and larger windows.

Food, beer, coffee, tea, juices, soft drinks and inflight entertainment are all part of the experience at no extra costs. United Economy Plus members get to enjoy an extra legroom of 7.6cm, while United BusinessFirst have seats that can be reclined 180 degrees into lie-flat beds.

WIFI ONBOARD AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE

If you cannot stand the idea of being disconnected from the world (our biggest gripe onboard!), the good news is that you can now stay connected from just US$4.99*. We reckon the payment of US$16.99 is more value-for-money as you would be entitled to unlimited internet throughout your flight.

However, do make it a point to sign up as a MileagePlus® member before purchasing wifi onboard. The purchase of internet access as a guest will unfortunately prohibit you from switching internet access between your personal mobile devices.

ARRIVALS LOUNGE

Freshen up after a long haul flight at United’s Arrivals Lounge in San Francisco Terminal 3, where guests get to take a shower, dig into a hearty breakfast and tap on complimentary wifi.

Do note that this premium lounge is only exclusively available for United Global First and United BusinessFirst customers.

UNITED CLUB

There are three United Clubs in San Francisco International Airport – one in International Terminal near Gate G94, while the other two are at Terminal 3′s Concourse F Rotunda and Boarding Area E near Gate 70.

United Club provides passengers an array of tasty refreshments, unlimited beverages, free internet access and desks to catch up on work. For more information on United Club’s access eligibility and operational hours, please refer to United Airlines’ official website.

This post is brought to you by United Airlines.

Sexy. Artsy. Fuss-free. Comfort. URBAN Bakery Works presents itself as the it place in Hong Kong for all-day casual dining. Its concept shop at The Landmark is a stunner, and it promises nothing but a hip and fun experience. While there are many things that we love at URBAN Bakery Works, the highlight has got to be the Ball Law Cowssant. It totally blew us away. We will go so far as to say that it is a must-eat in Hong Kong.

A hybrid of croissant and po luo bao (pineapple bun) complete with a slab of French butter, the Ball Law Cowssant (Dare devil version) is nothing but sheer indulgence. If you love po luo bao, you will fall in love uncontrollably with URBAN Bakery Works’ divine creation!

Besides the Ball Law Cowssant, URBAN Bakery Works offers croissants (made with French A.O.C butter) in seven different flavours – like almond, Belgian chocolate, cheddar cheese, and brulee. The croissants that we’ve sampled are so well made that they are just as good, if not even better than the ones that we had in Paris.

That’s not all. The chic bakery cafe also serves excellent Vittoria coffee, a variety of salad and sandwiches which are perfect for a light and casual meal, as well as an array of decadent cakes and pastries. Our favourite is the What The Fudge – a luscious chocolate fudge cake that is enveloped with what seemed like a whole factory of kitkat and M&M’s. And this is what we call super photogenic and Instagram-worthy. Non-chocolate lovers might just be besotted, too!

We like that URBAN Bakery Works never rests on its laurels and is constantly coming up with new creations. Kiss My Butterfly is its latest invention. The classic Mille-feuille is given a modern twist by using caramelised palmiers layer with season fruits and custard fillings. Just the thought of it is enough to make us salivate. We cannot wait to try it the next time we are in Hong Kong!

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URBAN bakery Works
Room 322, 3/F The Landmark
12-16 Des Voeux Road Central
Tel: +852 3565 4320
Mon to Fri: 7.30am – 8pm Sat, Sun & PH: 8.30am – 8pm
Nearest Station: Central

This feature is brought to you by Maxim’s Group.

With so many good restaurants and warungs (local eateries) in Ubud, we have barely scratched the tip of the iceberg. But we hope that this list will get you started during your next trip to Ubud, and hopefully, it will spark off your wanderlust in you and have you returning to the arts & cultural centre of Bali on many more adventures in the future. Here is our guide to Ubud’s 10 Best Places to Eat.

Babi Guling Ibu Oka

Babi Guling, or suckling pig, is one of the most famous food in Bali. Warung Babi Guling Ibu Oka is a landmark in Bali, and it is known to serve one of the best, if not the best Babi Guling. Rice topped with suckling pig skin, grilled sausage, grilled pork, and deep-fried pork, Babi Guling (Rp 40,000) is good for the soul but bad for the arteries. It is one of the things that you must eat in Bali.

Jalan Suewta
Tel: +62 361 2077 490

Jalan Raya Teges
Peliatan, Ubud

Tegal Sari No 2
Tel: +62 361 976435

Bebek Bengil

Besides Babi Guling, Bali is also known for the traditional Balinese deep fried duck. Bebek Bengil, also known as the Dirty Duck Diner, rose to fame with its crispy dirty duck, and it is now a dining destination in Ubud. The crispy duck (Rp 92,000) is indeed very good – tender, succulent and flavourful, with a crackly-crisp skin. It is the benchmark for how a good duck should taste like. In a word, heavenly.

Food lovers also come to Bebek Bengil for its Balinese Smoked Duck (Rp 255,000), a whole duck smoked in the traditional way with spices wrapped in beatle nut leaf. However, you need to order it one day in advance.

Jalan Hanoman
Padang Tegal, Ubud
Tel: +62 361 975489
Daily: 10am – 11pm

Bebek Tepi Sawah Restaurant

Another place that you must try is Bebek Tepi Sawah Restaurant, which is also famous for its duck dishes. It is a huge outdoor restaurant with many pavilions surrounding paddy fields. The crispy duck on its own was very good, but what made it even better was the sambal. We also tried the grilled duck – a pretty decent version, but not as impressive as the crispy duck. The highlight here is the legendary Bebek Betutu (Rp 97,000), or Balinese smoked duck.

It is difficult to decide between between Bebek Bengil and Bebek Tepi Sawah, but if we had to choose, the latter edges out for its beautiful paddy fields backdrop.

Jalan Raya Goa Gajah
Br. Teges Peliatan, Ubud
Tel: +62 361 975656
Daily: 10am – 10pm

Casa Luna

Casa Luna is an institution in Ubud. It first opened in 1992 and has since become a must-visit for food lovers. The menu is comprehensive and affordable. It includes breakfast items, organic salads, homemade pastas, Balinese food, bread and pastries. The coffee here is also very good as the baristas are trained by The Five Senses coffee team from Australia. Casa Luna is a good spot to chill out and relax when you are in Ubud.

Jalan Raya, Ubud
Tel: +62 361 977 409

Mozaic Restaurant

Mozaic Restaurant, Bali’s fine dining temple, is the destination for any hard core food lover. Having won many accolades, it is the most famous restaurant in Bali, if not Indonesia. We had both the Discovery Menu (Rp 700,000++/pax) – which combines classic French cooking techniques with local Indonesian flavours and ingredients – and the Chef’s Tasting Menu (Rp 900,000++/pax). The dishes were perfectly executed with intriguing flavours, but we were not blown away. Perhaps we were expecting a little more. Nonetheless, Mozaic is still worth a try if you want to splurge on a fine dining experience.

Jalan Raya Sanggingan
Tel: +62 361 975768
Daily: 6pm till closed

Nasi Ayam Kedewatan Ibu Mangku

Lunch at Nasi Ayam Kedewatan Ibu Mangku. This is a humble local eatery where only locals frequent. It is known to have one of the best Nasi Campur Bali in Ubud. There is only one item to order – the Nasi Ayam Campur (Rp 15,000). Day in day out, they only prepare and are specialised in this local delight that Balinese call their comfort food. It is cheap and delicious.

Jalan Raya Kedewatan 2 No. 18, Ubud
Tel: +62 361 974795

Naughty Nuri’s Warung & Grill

Life changing. That is how I would describe the pork ribs from Naughty Nuri’s. The original outlet in Ubud may not be as big as the one in Jalan Batubelig (Seminyak), but it is a must-eat place when you are in this part of Bali.

It is ranked as one of the most popular tourist destinations, and stands out among the numerous restaurants and eateries in Bali. With dirty martinis and fingers-licking good pork ribs, you know that you will definitely have a great time at Naughty Nuri’s.

Jalan Raya Sanggingan
Tel: 62 361 977547

Sari Organik

We walked about 800m from the main road to Sari Organik – cars are not able to enter – and we were rewarded with nature’s magnificence. Acres after acres of paddy fields spread across the horizon, with lots of chickens and ducks wandering around – now, this is what I call dining with a view. Warung Bodag Maliah at Sari Organik offers wholesome organic food. For me, it is certainly one of the places that I will return to whenever I am in Ubud. Come here for a meal and spend some time with Mother Nature.

Subak Sok Wayah
Tel: +62 361 972081
Daily: 8am – 8pm

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Seniman Coffee Studio

Seniman Coffee Studio is the place to head to when you need good coffee in Ubud. This speciality coffee joint not only sources for the best coffee beans in Indonesia, they also roast the beans in-house. The cafe also offers a simple food menu at pocket-friendly prices. With free wifi, good coffee and simple comfort food, it is a great place to hang out with friends.

Jalan sriwedari, Ubud
Tel: +62 361 972085
Daily: 8am – 7pm

Warung Pulau Kelapa

Warung Pulau Kelapa came highly recommended by our local friends. It is well-known as they serves traditional Indonesian food with no MSG, and grow their own vegetables and fruits at the back of the warung. The food is cheap and very good. We tried a few dishes, including the Nasi Campur, a dish of rice topped with meat, vegetables, and egg.

Jalan Raya Sanggingan
Tel: +62 361 8215502
Daily: 11.30am – 9pm

For more recommendations, read our guide on Where to eat in Bali

Tokyo has one of the highest number of Michelin Starred restaurants, and while we ate at several of the well-known establishments in the city, our favourite meal was, however, at Uoriki Kaisen Sushi, a humble and small sushi bar within the supermarket at the basement of Tokyu’s department store in Shibuya.

Uoriki Kaisen Sushi does not have any Michelin stars, nor is it extremely popular. But it serves exceptionally fresh sushi and sashimi at ridiculously cheap prices. It is a hidden gem in Tokyo, and I wholeheartedly recommend this place when you are looking for a place to eat in Shibuya.

The main reason why Uoriki Kaisen Sushi is able to offer good quality sushi and sashimi at affordable prices is because its core business is seafood retailing – they supply supermarkets and department stores with fresh seafood directly from Tsukiji Fish Market.

The basic Sushi Set (¥990), with ten pieces of sushi, is very value-for-money. And if you are a fan of tuna, you should try their Tuna Sushi Set (¥1,290) which comes with maguro nigiri, maguro gunkan and otoro nigiri.

Our favourite dish – something that we will order every time when we are dining at Uoriki Kaisen Sushi – is the Chirashi-don (¥1,390). We were in disbelief when the waiter served the dish. It came with huge slices of cuttle fish, salmon, tuna, mackerel, sea bream, sweet shrimp, uni, sea urchin and salmon fish roe – for the price, it is a steal.

Uoriki Kaisen Sushi is a place where I will return to again and again whenever I am in Tokyo. The funny thing is, Uoriki is still a relatively well-kept secret. We ate there twice for dinner and it was rather quiet. I believe that they deserve more recognition – the prices are unbeatable, and the sushi extremely fresh. If you are going to Tokyo for holiday, you must dine here. Get the chirashi-don. Trust me, you will love it.

Uoriki Kaisen Sushi
B1 Tokyu Department Store
2-24-1 Shibuya
Tel: +81 03 5428 3813
Daily: 10am – 9pm
Nearest Station: Shibuya

I meant to blog about U.d.d.e.r.s Ice Cream during October as I was enjoying my ice cream every day (excuse: sorching hot weather), but obviously I didn’t. What I really wanted to tell you was this: no matter what you are doing, please remember to have your ice cream.

Udders ice cream is a local homegrown ice cream shop in Singapore that is famous for their ‘adult’ ice cream. If you like liqueur in your ice cream, you will like Udders ice cream.

I have a good imagination: I’ll bring a book to the ice cream cafe, buy myself a scoop of ice cream, sit by the side and press my nose to the glass and stare outside. Then, I’ll imagine that there’s snowflakes falling from the sky while I enjoy my ice cream, but there’s really just the depressing rain. Still, I think it’s very nice to have ice cream during rainy days. Don’t you agree with me? Ice cream is really an all-season kind of thing.

Anyway, see the gorgeous waffle up there? Haato used to be my favorite ice cream place for waffles, but I currently believe that Udders has one of the best waffles in Singapore.

A word of caution though, only order it with a scoop of ice cream. If you prefer to have the waffle on it’s own, Udders do not serve it with the usual butter and syrup.

I probably sampled almost all the ice cream flavors on the few occasions I was there, and there were hits and misses of course. One of my favorites at Udders is definitely the Snickers Mars Honeycomb Vanilla. It has huge chunks of Snickers Mars bars within the silky smooth vanilla ice cream. The Mao Shan Wang Durian ice cream is another popular choice at Udders ice cream, but I won’t touch that for anything. Wineberries is a new flavor, which has Port and cranberries as the main ingredient – and I personally think that the use of dessert wine in ice cream is brilliant.

When I was in Kuala Lumpur, I noticed that there’s a lack of local homemade ice cream parlors there. Sure, they have well known ice cream brands like Haagen Dazs, New Zealand Natural & Baskin-Robbins, but it’s just different compared to the local ice cream shops if you get what I mean? We are so lucky to have all the ice cream places like Udders ice cream, Island Creamery, The Daily Scoop, and Tom’s Palette in Singapore.

Udders ice cream currently has five locations in Singapore: Novena Goldhill, West Mall, Lorong Kilat, Siglap and Serangoon Gardens. For those who stay near any of the Udders branches, it’s time to have an ice cream party!

If ice cream is not your thing, read my list of dessert places in Singapore.

Singapore Food Restaurant Review
U.d.d.e.r.s Ice Cream
17 Lorong Kilat #01-08
Kilat Court Singapore
Tel: +65 6466 1055

Udders Siglap
87 Upper East Coast Road Singapore
Tel: +65 6448 8732

Udders Novena
155 Thomson Road
Goldhill Shopping Centre Singapore
Tel: +65 6254 6629

Udders Serangon Gardens
#01-11 MyVillage

Udders West Mall
1 Bukit Batok Central Link #02-10
West Mall Singapore
Tel: +65 6862 2192