Hammee’s—a popular burger hawker stall at Commonwealth Crescent Market—took a short hiatus from selling burgers and it converted the stall to selling Nasi ayam goreng and Nasi lemak in March 2021 this year.

Fans of Hammee’ burgers will be thrilled to know that they have made a comeback on 21 October 2021.

Established in 2018, Hammee’s made a name for itself by selling quality gourmet burgers at affordable prices under S$10. Other than its signature beef cheeseburger, the fried chicken burger and fish burger are also very well received.

Here’s what you can look forward to at Hammee’s 2.0.

Made up of handmade beef patty, Hammee’s signature Beef Cheeseburger featured a beef patty which was incredibly juicy and packed with flavour. The toasted burger buns were pillowy soft and buttery, the caramelised onions gave it an extra oomph while the slice of cheese and homemade burger sauce complemented the beef patty wonderfully.

The fried chicken burger comes in 2 flavours: original and spicy. The chicken thigh was perfectly fried to a golden brown on the outside while maintaining its succulent juiciness on the inside, it was also very well-seasoned. Hammee’s has improved their fried chicken burger by using a slightly thicker chicken thigh for a better bun to meat ratio, and a punchier sauce.

Hammee’s has also tweaked the recipe for the fish burger. The entire Alaskan pollock fillet is now portioned out into shorter and more manageable strips so that the fish fillet doesn’t stick out from both sides of the bun. And instead of coating the fish fillets with the usual Japanese panko, Hammee’s made a light and crispy batter, and put their own blend of seasoning in it.

They have shared that the Nasi ayam goreng and Nasi lemak will be put on hold until further notice but they will be bringing them back again in the future.

Hammee’s has announced that it has finished restructuring the stall so as to improve their operational work flow to serve their burgers faster and more efficiently. Hopefully, this will greatly shorten the waiting time for their burger.

Hammee’s
31 Commonwealth Cres, #02-93 Market & Food Centre,
Singapore 149644
Tel: 9818 8014

Wildfire Burgers—a fast casual concept which specialises in burgers and fried chicken—has opened a second outlet at 1557 Keppel Road, near to Tanjong Pagar.

The burger restaurant was first established in 2015, but it took a hiatus in mid-2019 to work on its menu, before reopening on 1 June 2020 at Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA) in Bras Basah.

There are several burgers on Wildfire Burgers’ menu and they are grilled to order in the INKA oven with Japanese Binchotan charcoal. The result? You get a perfectly grilled cheeseburger with black Angus beef patty which comes with American cheese and caramelised onions. Simple and delicious.

The Eggstarter, with its butter folded eggs and American cheese sandwiched in a toasted Brioche Bun, is also one of the most popular dishes at Wildfire Burgers.

Other than burgers, you can also get fried chicken, chicken nuggets, shoestring fries and Basque cheesecake.

The new outlet is located at 1557 Keppel Road near to Castlery and it will officially open its door to the public on 11 October 2021.

Wildfire Burgers Keppel
1557 Keppel Road #01-04, Singapore 089066

We haven’t been this excited about a new cafe in a while, until Simplicité by Fresh Fruits Lab came along. This new Parisian-style cafe in the East of Singapore was previously Fresh Fruits Lab, and recently underwent a major revamp.

Staying at the top of their game and always slaying, the owner—who is our good friend—strives to bring diners value-for-money quality fare in a relaxing atmosphere. Its menu offers a range of modern European favourites, with a good selection of mocktails and cocktails too. Fans of Fresh Fruits Lab will also be happy to know that they have retained several popular dishes on the menu.

Let’s just say they are a Parisian-style cafe in the day, and a laid-back neighbourhood bar at night. Simplicité by Fresh Fruits Lab is definitely our of our new favourite cafes in the East of Singapore.

Simplicité’s spanking new space is decked in monochrome colours and is very Instagram-worthy; every corner is a possible photo spot. French rattan chairs line the outdoors and that’s where you can enjoy a nice meal with your furkids at this pet-friendly cafe.

What we love about Simplicité by Fresh Fruits Lab:

• Chic Parisian-style cafe in the East of Singapore
• Pet-friendly cafe where you can bring your furkids along for a meal
• Affordable beer and cocktails—S$10 Asashi draft
• Amazing French-style Duck Confit which is perfectly-executed
• S$10 Angel Hair Pasta

The food is impressive! You know how some cafes only look good “on the outside”, but their food is mediocre, and you’d never return after taking your OOTDs? This won’t be the case at Simplicite, we can guarantee that.

Highlights include Angel Hair Pasta (S$10), Crabmeat Aglio Olio (S$19), Duck Confit (S$28), Salmon Meunière, French Bone-in Pork Loin with Garlic Butter Herb (S$20), Smashed Avocado on Brioche with Poached Eggs (S$16).

There is a S$10 Angel Hair Pasta under the appetizer menu that you have to try, too. Adorned with edible flowers, this elegant dish looks too pretty to be eaten.

On its menu, our favourite is the Duck Confit (S$28). In one glance, it may look pricey for a cafe, but actually, you really have to order this. What you would get is a perfectly-executed French-style Duck Confit.

Featuring a big and fat drumstick, the Duck Confit is so close to what you would get in France—crispy and salty skin, fork tender meat, accompanied with creamy mash and grilled vegetables. Parfait!

Simplicité by Fresh Fruits Lab serves brunch until 3pm daily and they are affordably priced between S$14 to S$18. The brunch options include Messy Breakfast (S$18), Eggs Benedict (S$15), and Brioche French Toast (S$15).

Smashed Avo (S$16) may be a common brunch dish, but Simplicité’s rendition is definitely not common. Served with a poached egg and mint sauce atop a thick slice of brioche, this dish is a clear winner. The toasted brioche was so buttery and good, we were tempted to ask for an extra slice!

Anyone remembers the super popular FFL Burger? If you’ve missed it, or haven’t tried it, Simplicité has refined this bestselling dish and it is now simply known as the Double Cheeseburger (S$20). It is better and bigger than before, with two juicy patties now!

Simplicité also has a wide array of drinks—from coffee, mocktails to cocktails, everything was a sight to behold. The Rose Latte won our hearts with its aesthetics and flavour.

You can also get a pint of Asahi draft at only S$10, while cocktails start from S$14. Be sure to order the signature La Simplicite (S$16) cocktail which comes with quite a show. We won’t spoil it for you, just get ready to take more photos and videos of the beautiful gin & tonic.

If you are just looking for a space for a simple midday perk-me-up, get yourself a basket of assorted Simplicite Bakes (S$10.5)—which includes Pain Au Chocolat, Croissant, Orange Snail, Raspberry Claw, Blueberry Braid, Apple Braid—a cup of latte, and pretend you are in Paris.

Simplicité by Fresh Fruits Lab
351 Changi Rd, Singapore 419818
Tel: +65 6677 6741

You’ve had their burgers. You’ve had their shakes.

And now, there’s one more place you can snag Shake Shack‘s grub at — Liat Towers.

Shake Shack will be opening its third outlet at Orchard Road on 5 August 2020. This isn’t too long after the opening of their second outlet along Neil Road earlier on in February this year.

Shake Shack has its roots as a humble hot dog cart in Madison Square Park in Manhattan, which then became a permanent kiosk in 2004. Today, it’s become a global enterprise, with people from all over the world queuing up for their superbly good burgers and milkshakes.

Their ‘Shroom Burger (S$10.80) is the talk of the town with its crispy battered portobello patty oozing with melty cheeses.

Where do we even begin? Let’s just say we would run a hundred kilometres just to indulge in these heavenly treats.

Their first opening in Singapore in April last year was met with overwhelming support, as expected. Queues outside their Jewel Changi Airport outlet could stretch for up to over 80 people.

And we expect nothing less for their upcoming outlet along Orchard Road.

Shake Shack
541 Orchard Road, Liat Towers, #01-01
Singapore 238881
Sunday to Thursday: 11am – 10pm
Friday, Saturday & PH: 11am – 12am
Nearest Station: Orchard

There is nothing more satisfying than chowing down on a thick, succulent burger that features a juicy, meaty patty encased between two perfectly fluffy buns. Burgers are our go-to comfort food. Yet, however, it is hard to come by a place that serves up scrumptious yet affordable burgers that won’t break the bank.

Before you pop on over to Mcdonalds to grab yourself your usual Big Mac, why not check out these 8 burger places the next time the burger cravings hit?

BURGERNOMICS 

Situated on the second storey of Pasir Ris Central Hawker Centre is Burgernomics, a Muslim-owned hawker stall that dishes out wallet-friendly, mouth-watering burgers. We recommend getting their top-seller, The Deluxe Burger (S$6.50), which features a thick, juicy beef patty and blow-torched cheddar cheese that is sandwiched between toasted buns that are enhanced with a dash of truffle aioli.

110 Pasir Ris Central, #02-03
Pasir Ris Central Hawker Centre
Singapore 519641
Tel: +65 8742 2390
Thu to Mon: 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 9pm
(Closed on Tuesdays & Wednesdays)
Nearest Station: Pasir Ris

BURGS BY PROJECT WARUNG 

Burgs by Project Warung is a stall that is well-known for their quality gourmet burgers that are affordably priced. They provide a menu of six burgers that each comes with a side of freshly fried Russet burbank fries at a price competitive enough to match a fast food joint.

We love their Teriyaki Chicken Burger (S$5.90 for single, S$7.90 for double) and Hickory Smoked Brisket Burger (S$6 for single, S$8.50 for double)!

#01-19 Viva Business Park,
750 Chai Chee Rd,
Singapore 469000

HAMMEE’S 

Humble Hammee’s is situated at Commonwealth Crescent Market & Food Centre and the stall serves up wallet-friendly gourmet burgers that are an absolute treat for the senses! We recommend getting the Hammee’s Premium Beef Cheeseburger (S$8) which features a chunky, juicy patty, lettuce, tomato, caramelised onions, American cheese, pickled jalapenos and homemade sauce sandwiched between 2 toasted buns!

31 Commonwealth Crescent, #02-93
Commonwealth Crescent Market & Food Centre
Singapore 149644
Tue to Sun: 11am – 5pm
Nearest Station: Commonwealth

HAMBAOBAO

Hambaobao is one of the more popular eateries near Beauty World MRT, and they’re famous for their succulent, juicy burgers that only cost S$5.50 each. They’re so high in demand that they always sell out really fast, so do come down early to be able to grab one of these delectable burgers before they run out. We recommend getting The Classic Beef (S$5) and Spice Pulled Pork (S$5)

144 Upper Bukit Timah Road
#04-49 Beauty World Centre
Singapore 588177
Tel: +65 96675254
Daily: 12pm – 7.15pm
(Closed on Sundays, Mondays and Tuesdays)

MINISTRY OF BURGERS

Ministry of Burgers pushes out burgers similar to the well-loved ramly burger that you can normally only find at pasar malams. Their beef burger costs just S$3.90, but if you have a more voracious appetite, you definitely should get yourself the MoB Thunder (S$9.90) which features 4 thick slabs of patties!

1 Pasir Ris Central Street 3
#01-30 White Sands Shopping Centre
Singapore 518457
Tel: +65 8182 6497
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Pasir Ris

Photo Credit: nomVnom Singapore 

NOMVNOM

For all our vegan friends out there, don’t worry, we haven’t forgotten about you! Get yourself some scrumptious and healthy vegan grub at nomVnom; you won’t feel guilty chowing down on these wholesome yet flavourful burgers! Out of the lot, we love their Temptation Satay burger (S$8.90) and QQ Cheesy Burger (S$8.90).

18 Tai Seng Street, #B1-02
Singapore 539775
Tel: +65 6384 9678
Daily: 9am – 9pm
Nearest Station: Tai Seng

VEGANBURG

Another delicious vegan option you can try is Veganburg. All their burgers are plant-based and we honestly may prefer these to their meaty counterparts. Each burger also comes with a side of seaweed fries or crispy broccoli which makes it very value-for-money! We recommend getting their bestsellers: the Cracked Mayo (S$9.90).

44 Jalan Eunos
Singapore 419502
Tel: +65 6844 6868
Daily: 11.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Eunos

WOLF BURGERS

A humble burger joint opened by the folks behind Carvers & Co, Wolf Burgers has, over the last few years, risen through the ranks to become a popular choice among burger aficionados all over Singapore. This no-frills burger joint puts out some scrumptious, meat-packed options, with most items on the menu priced below S$10. If you are spoilt for choice, just get yourself their signature Wolf Burger (S$9.90)!

3 Temasek Boulevard
455-456/459-461 Suntec City
Singapore 038983
Daily: 11.30am – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Promenade

After months of anticipation, Five Guys is finally making its first foray into Singapore!

Hailing from the land of fast food, this American cult favourite is a fast-casual burger joint with a simple goal: selling the best quality burgers possible.

That’s quite a bold statement. Then again, Five Guys takes pride in standing out from the crowd – after all, they claim their burgers are made of the right stuff.

Starting out as a humble business venture by four (plus one) brothers, Five Guys soon became the spot to grab a freshly-grilled burger at.

The brand then took off, and the rest is history. Now boasting over 1,600 outlets worldwide, the brand has recently set its sights on Asia.

Brought in by Zouk Group, Five Guys will open its flagship local outlet in Plaza Singapura. Located next to the main atrium, the store offers both indoor and al fresco seating.

Because all its burgers are made-to-order, the patty retains its moisture, the greens stay crisp, the buns remain airy, and the cheese continues to melt.

The chunky beef patty is no doubt the highlight; oozing with meat juices and partially charred from the grill, these hand-formed patties pull away easily with each.

With up to 15 distinct toppings, whether you want a slight twist or plan to go all the way, the choice is yours.  Five Guys has all the right stuff on hand; it’s up to you to pick how much of it you want.

Handcut and made from real potatoes, these strips are fried in peanut oil until golden-brown. These snacks have a fantastic contrast: crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside. For something different, try their zesty Cajun seasoning!

If you’re feeling peckish while awaiting your meal, grab a handful of the complimentary roasted-in-shell peanuts for a quick snack. Addictively smoky, be careful not to fill up before your mains arrive!

Sliced butterfly-styled and freshly grilled, these hot dogs have the same smouldering saltiness as the patties. Pair them with your favourite toppings and savour with your bare hands – dripping sauces and all – for the optimal American diner experience!

For a lighter alternative, try their grilled sandwiches for an easier-on-your-belly and lower-calorie option without forgoing the brand’s signature taste and quality!

Smooth, creamy, and wonderfully saccharine. Handspun to the perfect consistency, the smoothies are an absolute slurpable delight, and the perfect accompaniments to the savoury-on-savoury profile of the mains.

Whether you’re an enthusiastic follower of Singapore’s Burger Wars or just craving a well-made burger, swing by Five Guys for a tantalising and unforgettable treat! Try to visit early; with how kiasu the foodie crowd is, that’s the only way to guarantee getting your hands on one!

68 Orchard Road
Plaza Singapura, #01-32/35
Singapore 238839
Nearest Station: Dhoby Ghaut

Hailing from London, Burger & Lobster has finally landed on our shores in Singapore at Jewel Changi Airport. What’s more, their restaurant is open until 3am daily so that late-night guests at Jewel Changi Airport can have a hearty supper!

Burger & Lobster’s beginnings on a London rooftop started in 2011 by a group of 4 schoolmates with only three items on their menu: whole lobster, lobster roll, and a beef burger—all of which were priced at £20 each. Their original intention was to open an eatery that impeccably dished up meals made up of only a few ingredients.

They have since increased the prices of the individual menu items, but their popularity has also risen internationally, having opened their doors in New York, Dubai, Bangkok, Kuwait City, and Genting Highlands.

Burger & Lobster Singapore’s signature lobster with fries and salad is priced at S$65 and there’s a Singapore-exclusive Sambal Glazed Lobster. The outpost in Singapore will officially open to the public on 23 May and the operational hours are from 9am to 3am daily. Here is what you can expect from their opening in Jewel Changi Airport on 23rd May 2019.

Nestled away in the Canopy Park at Jewel Changi Airport, Burger & Lobster has a seating capacity of 81 diners. The restaurant enjoys a grand view of the serene Shiseido Forest Valley, as well as the magnificent HSBC Rain Vortex.

To ensure that they serve premium quality to all of their restaurants’ diners around the world, live lobsters are flown in from Nova Scotia, Canada; while beef is sourced from the cattle ranchers in Nebraska, U.S.A.

Renowned for their lobsters, diners have the choice of enjoying the crustacean either grilled or steamed with clarified butter or their famous lemon and garlic butter.

The Original Lobster (S$65) features a 1.5lb wild, live Canadian lobster steamed or grilled with a choice of clarified butter or Burger & Lobster’s famous lemon & garlic butter. It comes with fries and house salad.

There’s also a Singapore-exclusive Sambal Glazed Lobster—a whole steamed 1.5lb lobster glazed with sambal.

Brightly coloured in a brilliant reddish hue, the Sambal Glazed Lobster packs a punch and is not for the faint hearted. Although a tad messy to eat, the sambal sauce hits all the right spots with a delightful tangy sweetness with a lingering heat to tantalise tastebuds.

Despite it being reminiscent to chilli crab, the Sambal Glazed Lobster is clearly catered to local tastebuds with the familiar spicy sauce.

The Original Lobster Roll (S$40) is served with a buttery and toasted brioche roll, as well as heaping chunks of lobster pieces tossed in Japanese mayo, a side of crispy golden-brown fries and house salad.

On Burger & Lobster Singapore’s menu, you can also find three burger options—The Mayfair (S$25), The Hot One (S$25) and The Impossible Burger (S$20).

True to its original atmosphere in London, there is also a bar serving up fantastic cocktails for the complete experience.

Burger & Lobster

Jewel Changi Airport
78 Airport Boulevard, #05-203
Singapore 819666
Daily: 9am – 3am
Nearest Station: Changi Airport

The folks behind The Naked Finn have introduced BurgerLabo which takes over the space of the now-defunt Nekkid, rebranding the small bar-and-bites eatery into a spot for gourmet burgers in Gillman Barracks.

Their new diner is conceptualised around their winning Basic Burger that is anything but basic, given that it was perfected after numerous experimentations since it was first launched in late 2015. 

Dinner began with their Basic Burger (S$23++ for single patty/S$36++ for double patty) and its optional add-on of Truffle fries (S$3++).

The fragrance of the truffle fries wafted up as soon as the meal was served and truth to be told, we could not stop ourselves from gobbling them up before tucking into the main item.

A thick 170g patty was slipped between two toasted buns that were slathered with house-made bone marrow “butter” and sauce. It was topped with grilled organic tomato, green ice lettuce, and two slices of American cheese.

The beef was made of an elaborate blend of grass-fed Black Angus beef neck, Aomori Gyu ribeye, Toriyama Umami Wagyu A4 tenderloin, and Sendai Wagyu A5 brisket.

We had our burger halved and biting into its center gave way to an explosion of flavourful juiciness as we chewed into its very tender texture.

The Chicken Burger (S$20++) was a 160g GG French Poulet boneless leg marinated in yoghurt and spices and its recipe is developed by Chef Julien Royers who co-owns and is chef of modern French restaurant Odette.

Although BurgerLabo usually serves their burgers in a wrapper to trap in the flavours of the ingredients, this one was not because it was topped with a free-range egg that was runny and delicate. Slicing into the burger let flow its orangey-yellow yolk and soft whites.

Though the chicken was not as juicy as the beef patty, it was tender. Its charring also gave the overall taste a slight bitterness. The house-made garlic yoghurt sauce and ‘Frenchie’ salsa in the Chicken Burger were what made it moreish without overwhelming the dish. They lifted the heaviness of the burger with a refreshing crunchiness.

41 Malan Rd
Singapore 109454
Tel: +65 6694 0940
Tue to Thu: 5pm – 11pm
Fri & Sat: 5pm – 2am
(Closed on Sundays & Mondays)
Nearest Station: Labrador Park

The foodie community wept when The Marmalade Pantry announced back in mid-2018 that it was closing it’s outlet at ION Orchard. A beloved high-tea spot in the heart of town, we fell in love with everything there from their charming ambience, innovative brunch dishes and a wide selection of artisanal teas and cakes.

Well, surprise, surprise, the home-grown bistro is set to return to its former premise on the 4th level of ION Orchard once again. This time, armed with a tasty arsenal of new dishes in addition to signature favourites such as their Spicy Crabmeat pasta and Sticky Date & Toffee Pudding. Looking forward to other new and exclusive to this outlet dishes like the stellar high-tea set and a trio of decadent desserts specially crafted by Masterchef Singapore’s runner-up, Chef Genevieve Lee as part of a collaboration that pays humble tribute local dishes and in support of local talent.

With a whopping total of more than 10 new and exclusive menu items and more, be wowed by the likes of their new Asian section, featuring the Kimchi Fried Rice, served with a gorgeously pink medium-rare strip loin and the Singapore Laksa, a homage to our beloved local dish but with the addition of slipper lobster. Looking to pamper yourself as you catch up with friends? Their Decadent Afternoon Tea Set comes with a variety of sweet and savoury confectionery delights and freshly brewed pots of tea by Monogram.

MARYLAND CRAB CAKES

The key to any good crab cake is using fresh lump crabmeat, leaving them slightly chunky and not overly shredded and to go light on the filler. Safe to say, the folks here nailed it perfectly. Their Maryland Crab Cakes (S$26++) focuses squarely on the crab, allowing each bite to be crispy and packed full of sweetness and natural flavours of crab.

The homemade tartar sauce served on the side was also spot on, not overly rich with a good amount of diced gherkins added to give the sauce a sufficient citrus kick to complement the crab cakes.

SPICY SRIRACHA CHICKEN BURGER

Delightful in both its flavour and texture, the Spicy Sriracha Chicken Burger (S$24++) assaults the several fronts. First, you get the crunch from the perfectly deep-fried spiced chicken patty before succulent juices come oozing out, followed by the tangy kick from the Sriracha mayo which nicely complements the rich notes of the blue cheese.

SINGAPORE LAKSA

Unlike many restaurants out there that try to tweak and reinvent local dishes to the point that it’s unrecognisable, the good folks here do well to retain the essence of what they aim to recreate. The broth of their Singapore Laksa (S$32++) is rich, spicy and exudes a bold seafood aroma and also features the likes of slipper lobster, quail eggs, tiger prawns for that luxe appeal.

KIMCHI FRIED RICE

A homage to the classic after-tipple comfort food, we were most thrilled to tuck into their new Kimchi Fried Rice (S$26++). On a bed of fried rice cooked with fresh kimchi, sits a nicely seared striploin steak, perfectly pink in the middle and golden brown from edge to edge. For umami, nori is garnished over the top and sous vide egg, served on the side for added richness.

Served flat on a griddle pan—similar to how a Spanish paella would be served—the bottom layer of the rice achieves an even crust, giving the dish a toasted flavour and a crunch as well.

SPICY CRABMEAT PASTA

Perhaps one of the best pasta dishes we’ve tried here to date, the Spicy Crabmeat Pasta (S$26++) impresses with its generosity with good quality crabmeat, perfectly cooked pasta and a flavourful, umami-dense sauce that binds everything together nicely.

The addition of pine nuts into the mix gives the dish a nutty, somewhat buttery flavour which does well to complement the sharp taste of the spicy tomato sauce.

BRICK-PRESSED CHICKEN

The method of cooking a chicken, skin-side down with a weighted object (in this case a brick) pressed down on it allows the skin to crisp up evenly. It also forces the meat to remain flat, ensuring that every morsel of meat cooks at the same pace.

We were beyond sold the moment we tasted their Brick Pressed Chicken (S$30++). Well-seasoned and crispy with a buttery herb flavour to underscore it, every bite was a joy. The dish comes served with roasted celeriac, potatoes and topped with truffle herb butter.

CURRY BARRAMUNDI

Beautifully robust with a heady aroma of warm spices which seemed to lean toward a tangier note—much like the classic South Indian fish head curry—, we couldn’t keep our forks to ourselves when it came down to their Curry Barramundi (S$28++).

Nestled atop a bed of Japanese rice and vegetables is a perfectly cooked barramundi fillet and served alongside the dish is the aromatic curry. An interesting choice of rice given that the dish is essentially Indian, the starchier Japanese short grain rice did well to hold on to the fish curry, providing an interesting texture along with a flavourful bite.

STICKY DATE & TOFFEE PUDDING

Whether you’re a sucker for sweets or not, one does not simply leave The Marmalade Pantry without ordering up their Sticky Date & Toffee Pudding (S$14++). The epitome of luxury, this dessert for champions features a steamed pudding studded with ripe dates and is surrounded by a generous pour of toffee sauce and a large scoop of Cold Stone Creamery’s vanilla ice cream.

Sweet, sticky and indulgent from start to finish, this is one dessert that begs to be enjoyed after your meal regardless of how stuffed you are.

A SPECIAL COLLABORATION WITH MASTERCHEF SINGAPORE’S RUNNER-UP GENEVIEVE LEE

Exclusive to The Marmalade Pantry’s flagship at ION Orchard, be treated to a trio of decadence prepared by none other than Masterchef Singapore’s runner-up, Genevieve (Gen) Lee. Trained in culinary arts, the edge that Gen has is in her expansive knowledge of ingredients such as herbs and spices, of which she uses in her various cakes and desserts.

“Herbs are rarely used in desserts which is a shame because there is so much untapped potential there. I used thyme in my cake because it lends freshness to further lift the dessert.”, she explains.

A taste of home, her Reimagined Kaya Toast Dessert is a deconstructed kaya toast with varying elements such as a meringue that comprises toast from Ya Kun Kaya Toast, a custardy, slightly salty coconut sauce to resemble the butter element and a pistachio sponge that accurately replicates the toasted, nutty flavours of charred toast.

If you’re a sucker for anything containing blueberries, her The Blue Rhapsody Cake will surely impress. Infused with lemon and thyme, the cake takes on an aromatic and bright-tasting appeal, which is further elevated with a layer of blueberries followed by a lovely hazelnut crumble on top. Wrapped around the cake is a layer of cream cheese that she sweetens using honey instead of sugar.

A specialty and one that warrants a try if you’re a fan of the iconic Thai pushcart dessert is her Mango Sticky Rice named Sunset in a glass. Intricately prepared, the dessert features components such as a sorbet made using Thai mangoes, an assortment of crushed toasted nuts, a toasted meringue, sticky rice infused with coconut and diced cubes of super ripe Thai mangoes.

AFTERNOON TEA SET

Since the day it opened its doors, The Marmalade Pantry has impressed many with its stellar array of afternoon tea delights. Luxurious in both its food and tea offerings as well as its luxe interior, stopping by for high tea between 3pm to 6pm daily is highly recommended.

Treat yourselves to their High Tea Set (S$60++) that comfortably serves two. What you get is a double-tiered platter comprising a variety of sweet and savouries followed by 2 pots of freshly brewed tea by Mongram Tea (Available from 4 March 2019 onwards).

Enjoy these new creations at the flagship outlet and enjoy 15% off when you pay with Mastercard!

The Marmalade Pantry
#04-11a, ION Orchard,
2 Orchard Turn,
Singapore 238801
Nearest Station: Orchard

This post was brought to you by The Marmalade Pantry.

While we admit that burgers aren’t exactly the healthiest food choices around, nothing beats sinking your teeth into a succulent, tender burger oozing with melted cheese and stretching your mouth to the fullest in attempt to taste every single element in a mouthful.

Thankfully for us, Singapore has plenty of options when it comes to burger joints—from fancy restaurants to wallet-friendly hawker stalls, there is surely something for everyone no matter what your budget is.

Yet, for our Muslim friends, finding a burger joint may prove to be a bit of a challenge given how many of them are not Halal-certified. No matter, because here we have sussed out 4 Muslim-friendly burger joints in Singapore that are worth forgoing your diet for!

Photo Credit: Lee Miao Si

BURGERNOMICS

Situated on the second storey of Pasir Ris Central Hawker Centre is Burgernomics, a Muslim-owned hawker stall that dishes out wallet-friendly, mouth-watering burgers.

The Deluxe Burger (S$6.50) has constantly been the top-seller and it features a thick, juicy beef patty with blow-torched cheddar cheese sandwiched between toasted buns that have been slathered with a dash of truffle aioli.

Most of their burgers are priced at less than S$10 and with such quality and low prices, it is no wonder that there are always long queues outside the stall.

110 Pasir Ris Central, #02-03
Pasir Ris Central Hawker Centre
Singapore 519641
Tel: +65 91518134
Daily: 12pm – 8pm
Nearest Station: Pasir Ris

BURGS BY PROJECT WARUNG

Burgs has been quite a hit amongst youngsters for their quality gourmet burgers at extremely affordable prices. Helmed by 3 young chefs, this no-frills hawker stall in Golden Mile Food Centre is now a go-to for one to satisfy any burger cravings and their success has led them to opening a second outlet at Viva Business Park.

Their insanely addictive Classic (S$4.50) sees a thick beef patty topped with caramelised onions, American cheese and pickled green chilli between their signature soft buns which are baked by a local bakery and personalised with their very own logo. 

505 Beach Road, #B1-24
Golden Mile Food Centre
Singapore 199583
Tel: +65 9114 6072
Tue to Sun: 11.30am – 2pm, 5pm – 9pm
(Closed on Mondays)
Nearest Station: Nicoll Highway

FAT PAPAS

Fat Papas—also known as the Halal version of the esteemed burger joint, Fat Boy’s Burger Bar—is a burger empire with 5 outlets in Singapore and Malaysia, with its flagship store at Bali Lane.

Don’t let the perpetual long queues deter you from getting a taste of their speciality burgers and shakes. The founder himself ensured that despite using halal ingredients, the burgers have to taste just like Fat Boy’s unique creations so you know that you get only the real deal here and nothing less!

17 Bali Lane
Singapore 189853
Tel: +65 6291 8028
Daily: 12pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Bugis

Photo Credit: The Bread Gang

THE BREAD GANG

Situated within a Halal coffee shop in Jurong East, The Bread Gang offers an alternative to the usual burgers—here they serve delectable sandwiches that are economical to the masses.

Cheese lovers should keep their eyes peeled for the Roti John Cheeseburger (S$6.90) which will have you salivating in no time. What you can expect is a sizeable sandwich with succulent beef and generous helpings of mozzarella cheese encased between their fluffy sandwiches before being doused in a nacho cheese sauce.

Blk 235 Jurong East St 21
Aiman Cafe
Singapore 600235
Tel: +65 8280 0084
Daily: 11am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Jurong East

Read: 21 halal-certified & Muslim-owned cafes in Singapore.G

Gone are the days when bars used to be after-work hangs for working adults to either drink to celebrate or drown their sorrows. Now, many newer and hipper bars have adopted several fun elements to heighten the overall experience—fun in the form of arcade-style games as well as party games that involve a lot of drinking.

Replacing the now defunct Beer Market—just across the street from Liang Court—is one of Clarke Quay’s newest and most fun-filled beer pong-focused sports bars, PONG Singapore. Established only this year, this luxurious drinking hole impresses with its array of beers on tap, hand-crafted cocktails, fusion-style food and their top-of-the-line, digital beer pong tables.

Singapore’s pioneers of the latest PongConnect™ technology, PONG Singapore revolutionises traditional beer pong with more fun, enjoyment and friendly competition. Coming straight to you from Hong Kong, PongConnect™ is the latest trend hitting the nightlife scene all around the world. Not to mention that the features include live scoreboards that not only show your score but connect beer pong players on a global level as well.

The beauty of the happy hour lies not only in the pleasure of boozy libations but also in the food that is often sinful yet incredibly tasty. Here at PONG Singapore, you will find no shortage of impressionable nosh. And we will not lie—their food truly takes bar food to a whole new level and is something we will definitely return for. You have to try the Beef Sliders, guys.

Adopting the latest PongConnect™ technology, the very same one that has been making waves in Hong Kong, Taiwan and China, every beer pong game at PONG Singapore is guaranteed to be a fun and action-packed experience.

While it is not entirely compulsory—unless you’re the competitive type—players can download the ‘PONGConnect’ App that integrates with the table itself. The app automatically synchronises with the table and updates player’s scores and leaderboards live, allowing users to compete on a global scale.

BEEF SLIDERS

When it comes to hearty bar grub to take the alcohol edge away, nothing beats sinking our teeth into one of PONG Singapore’s signature delights, their oh-so-scrumptious Beef Sliders (S$23 nett).

Essentially a mini burger that’s small enough to slide down one’s throat in a jiffy—hence the name—these beauties of thinly patted ground beef, caramelised onions, cheese, mayo and cornichons are just the perfect thing to indulge in along with drinks.

With just the right combination of ingredients to achieve that fine balance of umami, savoury, sweetness and a hint of tartness on the tongue, we dare say this is one of the best sliders we have ever tasted. They were really that good.

DEVIL’S WINGS

On nights where you’re knocking back one too many beers, it will probably be a good idea to offset all the excess alcohol with something with a little heat. Which is why more often than not, bars would typically have some form of spicy wings.

Here at PONG Singapore, you absolutely have to order a plate of their Devil’s Wings (S$12 nett). Every wing boasts a fiery kick with a stickily sweet and savoury flavour.

TRUFFLE FRIES

What’s a cold one without a bucket of fries to go along with it? While it may rank pretty similar to many other versions we have tried, their Truffle Fries (S$12 nett) is a sharing item that we will never say no to.

These truffle-infused shoestrings boast a delightful crunch with just the right amount of salt.

SEAFOOD POMODORO

Brimming with the delicious oceany flavours of fresh shrimp, mussels and squid, the Seafood Pomodoro (S$20 nett) was truly a joy to eat from start to finish.

The pasta was cooked just slightly past the point of al dente, allowing each individual strand to have a nice firmness to it but still being soft enough to slurp up. The various seafood components complemented the sweet and mildly tart tomato sauce perfectly as well.

BEER BATTERED FISH & CHIPS

Their Beer Battered Fish & Chips (S$28 nett) comes with a generous serving of rustic, thickly-cut potato chips, a generous serving of mushy peas and a massive battered cod fillet.

On the side, you get a tray of condiments featuring the likes of malt vinegar, ketchup and salt—just the way the Brits do it. Delightfully crispy, the lightly battered exterior was neither oily nor overly doughy. Eaten with a sprinkling of salt and some malt vinegar, this dish blew us away.

PROSCIUTTO HAND-ROLLED PIZZA

Another great item for sharing while drinking is pizza. Texturally, it hits all the right spots from the ultra crispy layer of dough to the meaty and crunchy components that work well together to form the perfect bar snack.

There are several hand-rolled pizza varieties to choose from but we decided to go with the Proscuitto (S$21 nett) that encompassed classic Italian flavours. This Italian pie came loaded with prosciutto, arugula, tomato, shaved parmesan cheese, pesto as well as a sweet balsamic glaze drizzled over top.

HALF & HALF HAND-ROLLED PIZZA – WAGYU BEEF & SMOKED DUCK BREAST

Struggling to decide on which pizza to get? Then opt for a Half & Half that includes 2 halves of 2 hand-rolled pizza varieties.

For ours, we got the Wagyu Beef (S$22 nett) that came highly recommended as well as the Smoked Duck Breast (S$22 nett). Both boasted nice textural elements to them as well as a multitude of differing yet pleasant flavours.

The former pie takes on a Japanese influence with bonito flakes, seaweed, a Japanese wine cream sauce as well as, of course, Wagyu beef. Savoury, sweet and brimming with umami notes, this is one that we highly recommend. The former was just as meaty and delicious but the real money-maker for us was the addition of crispy wonton skins.

Compared to many of the bars that we have been to, PONG Singapore is one of the few that exceeded our expectations where service was concerned. The wait staff were attentive and extremely hospitable and the bar itself boasts an exquisite setting and the bustling nature of the bar once the crowd comes makes it a great place to have fun together with your friends and colleagues.

Whether you fancy a pint or a tower of lager, a glass of Champagne or even something a little more personalised like a hand-crafted cocktail, you are sure to get yourself well sorted here at PONG Singapore.

PONG Singapore
3B River Valley Road #01-17,
The Foundry
Singapore 179021
Tel: +65 8808 7664
Sun to Tue & Thu: 5.30pm – 2am
Wed, Fri & Sat: 5.30pm – 3am
Nearest Station: Fort Canning / Clarke Quay

This post is brought to you by PONG Singapore.