The quieter sister of Keong Saik Road, Bukit Pasoh Road deserves equal credit for being a foodie’s lane. Lined with hip bars and charming cafes, this preserved street has won our hearts over with its laidback, rustic aura.

And, if you haven’t heard, this stretch has received another addition to its family of establishments.

Meet Bakery’s Bench Bakery — a new artisanal neighbourhood bakery that churns out stellar bakes and gourmet sandwiches. From cranberry scones to croque monsieur, they’ve got everything you need for a dignified brunch. Caffeine junkies, not to worry, they also have a respectable selection of coffee brews and tea beverages.

Their interior brags of elegant Scandinavian vibes, replete with muted greens and lush plants. The granite floor and walls lend a subdued industrial touch to the whole space.

We especially adore the aesthetic of the main counter, which sees dangling lamps and hanging pastries.

The server shared that all their bread and croissant pastries are made with a sourdough base, which endows them with a tarter, deeper flavour.

Starting off with the Savory Swirl (S$4.50), this spiral danish pastry is stuffed with pesto and sprinkled with parmesan cheese. While the pastry itself was gorgeously flaky, it could have used more pesto filling and cheese.

One of their signature pastries is The Sticky Bun (S$5), a cinnamon bun glazed with caramel and toasted pecans. Resembling a gooey caramelised block of gold, it set our expectations pretty high for how it was going to taste.

And, trust us, it was every bit as good as it looked. The dough itself was fluffy with a soft, buttery chewiness. And when accompanied with the sticky caramel and crunchy pecans, it made for a dreamy indulgence.

We also tried the Hazelnut Twice-Baked Croissant (S$5.50). Speckled with hazelnut bits and icing sugar, the croissant had a deliciously crisp exterior.

However, we wished they were more generous with the hazelnut-infused frangipane filling, which was merely concentrated in the middle. Also, they could work on the overall flakiness of the croissant, which was slightly lacking.

Although Baker’s Bench Bakery’s pastries aren’t out-of-this-world amazing, they speak of incredible thoughtfulness and soul. We can’t get enough of their alluring atmosphere and warm service.

We can see this place getting really packed soon, so you might want to head there soon before this place gets big.

6 Bukit Pasoh Rd
Singapore 089820
Wed – Mon: 8.30am – 5pm
Nearest Station: Outram Park

Known for their beautiful hand-crafted tea selections and their freshly-baked, Instagram-worthy baked goods is Chinese lifestyle cafe, Nayuki. Pioneering the concept of pairing delightful cheese teas with baked goods, Nayuki has made its rounds across the various social media platforms for reigniting the tea-drinking culture amongst tea fans in Singapore!

Successfully launching their very first overseas outlet at VivoCity with BreadTalk Group, Nayuki has announced the opening of their second and third outlets. Its second opening will be at the revamped Funan on 28 June 2019, and the third opening will be at Takashimaya Shopping Centre on 12 July 2019.

To celebrate their new openings, Nayuki will be launching two new products that you will fall head over heels in love with: Supreme Cheese Mixed Berries drink (S$8.50)—only available in July—and Magic Mango Mystique bread (S$6.80)! That’s not all, though, because Nayuki has prepared some opening special promotions for their respective new outlets!

OPENING SPECIALS

Nayuki is holding its opening special at both of their new stores at Funan and Takayshimaya Shopping Centre.

Customers will be given a free Soft-Euro Bread along with a purchase of any drink. In addition, they will also be given an opening exclusive gift—an eye-catching and incredibly stylish holographic tote bag, adorable Nayuki-themed stickers, a postcard, and some vouchers.

All you have to do is like and follow Nayuki on their Facebook and Instagram pages (@nayukisg), upload a post with the hashtag #NayukiSG on either platform and present it together with your receipt to receive the opening exclusive gift!

• Funan Opening Promotion Dates: 28 – 30 June 2019
• Takashimaya Opening Promotion Dates: 12 – 14 July 2019

The “Free Soft-Euro Bread” promotion is limited to 1 redemption per customer but only the exclusive gift redemption is limited to 300 redemptions a day.

NEW FAVOURITES AT NAYUKI

Making their timely debut in July 2019, Nayuki is introducing two new products to their menu. We had the privilege to try them, and here is what to expect.

You will love the Supreme Cheese Mixed Berries.

Fresh strawberries and strawberry purée are added alongside Nayuki’s Jasmine Tippy Tea to create this delicious concoction. The mixed berries complement the Jasmine Tippy Tea well. Refreshing, fruity and mellow, we thoroughly enjoyed the drink balanced flavour profiles.

If you’re a fan of pink, strawberries and cream, pair the Supreme Cheese Mixed Berries with the Strawberry Blush Mystique bread.

Soft Euro-bake is filled with fresh cream and topped with real fresh strawberries! Bright pink strawberry-flavoured chocolate is also drizzled on top of the bread, making it look even prettier. It’s the perfect pretty-in-pink pairing!

Another one that’s joining the Mystique range of bread is the Magic Mango Mystique.

This pillowy Soft-Euro Bread is filled with light cream and cubes of fresh mango. Every bite of this wonderful baked good was an enjoyable one. Don’t we all love mangoes?

Pair this fluffy bread with Nayuki’s Supreme Cheese Mango for a dynamic combination.

MSW DURIAN SUPREME + SUPREME ORANGE

Durian lovers should add Nayuki’s MSW Durian Supreme to their list of must-tries because it was one of the most indulgent breads we have ever tasted. A spiky bread is stuffed generously with a creamy Mao Shan Wang durian filling. It was sweet, flavourful and creamy with the distinct flavours of durian greeting your tastebuds with every bite.

Cutting through the rich creaminess of the durian, Nayuki pairs its Supreme Orange with the MSW Durian Supreme. A genius pairing, we must say.

The Supreme Orange is made with 2 whole oranges that are freshly squeezed and mixed with Jasmine Tippy Tea and fresh lemon slices.

Bursting with the benefits of Vitamin C, the Supreme Orange’s acidity cuts through the creaminess of the durian for a balanced palate.

FROSTED CAP OOLONG BLACK PEARL & QQ PEARLY CHOCO BEAR

Bringing milk tea to a whole new level, Nayuki’s Frosted Cap Oolong is complemented with chewy brown sugar pearls and can be enjoyed either hot or cold. The Oolong tea brings a wonderful roasted flavour that elevates the freshness of the milk.

Complementing the Frosted Cap Oolong Black Pearl is the QQ Pearly Choco Bear. The cute bear-shaped bread is not only good-looking but extremely tasty. It’s filled with custard and dotted with chewy pearls and raisins. The cocoa-infused bread is rich in flavour so the milk drink is the perfect accompaniment.

A FARMER’S HARVEST + CHEESE ALI MOUNTAIN DEW

A classic baked bread filled with bits of ham and cheese, this delicious bread is yet another choice amongst the bakes by Nayuki.

For the ones with lighter palates, this bread is for you. Pair it with Nayuki’s classic Cheese Ali Mountain Dew.

The fragrant floral flavours of Nayuki’s award-winning Alisan Mountain Dew Tea is pleasantly combined with the luscious milk cheese foam for a soothing aftertaste.

AROMATIC COLD BREW TEAS

If milky drinks and fruity concoctions aren’t your cup of tea, try Nayuki’s range of Cold Brew Oolong Teas. They come in delicately labelled bottles with the various oolong tea leaves still in them!

They come in three different flavours: Frosted Cap Oolon, Green Oolong, and Golden Cicada Oolong. The different Oolong leaves are harvested from Alisan Mountain and Lugu Village in Taiwan; promising the most aromatic and full-bodied flavours. These teas are steeped for eight hours during preparation

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