French Fold is a new all-day dining concept by the Merci Marcel group which focuses on  French crêpes, speciality coffee and curated cocktails.

Located at 204 Telok Ayer Street, French Fold is housed between Napolean Restaurant and My Awesome Cafe. You can now have French crêpes for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Photos by French Fold

French Fold aims to offer their interpretation of traditional French galettes as well as an array of French crêpes with modern flavours. Using imported buckwheat flour, the French galettes are gluten-free and paired with ingredients imported from France.

The food is complemented with an extensive drinks list comprising of both alcohol and non-alcoholic options. French Fold is a place where you can have a cuppa in the day and a cocktail during the evening. And all-day French crêpes, of course.

French Fold by Merci Marcel
204 Telok Ayer Street
Singapore 068640

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Colony at The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore is one of the most stunning restaurants in Singapore. And it is one destination that suits every occasion—business luncheons, anniversary dinners, birthday celebrations and family gatherings.

During our previous visit to Colony, we were blown away by the extensive buffet dinner spread which features seven ‘live’ kitchens. Fast forward a few months and we are back at this colonial-themed restaurant for “The Journey”—a five-tier tiffin afternoon tea (S$49++/pax) which is now available from Monday to Saturday, from 3.30pm to 5.30pm.

Lounge your afternoon away in this gorgeous setting and chit-chat over savoury delights served in a five-tier ceramic tiffin and unlimited servings of delectable desserts from The Patisserie, a complimentary flute of champagne and Colony’s custom tea blend.

Colony is where a wonderful afternoon tea journey happens. And for readers of Ladyironchef, enjoy a privileged 15% discount when you quote ‘Ladyironchef15′ upon reservation.

POSH COLONIAL-THEMED SETTING

While we loved the dim lighting and romantic setting during dinner, we were awed after stepping foot into the restaurant for the first time in the day—natural lighting shines through the mother-of-pearl glass roof and brightens up the  restaurant space.

The theme of the restaurant is set in the late 18th century when trade started flourishing in Singapore, paying tribute to the sea voyages and commercial travels by the British to the Far East. Adding to the colonial touches are a series of vintage portraits, maps, and photographs  displayed on the wall partitions.

Those who prefer a more private setting can opt for one of the dining booths perfect for  groups of two and four.

“THE JOURNEY” AFTERNOON TEA

Travel back in time through Singapore’s culinary heritage as you savour  Chinese, Western and locally inspired canapés presented in a ceramic five-tier  ”Tingkat”, the Malay word for tiffin. Journey through savoury highlights such as Steamed Charcoal Xiao Long Bao with Baby Abalone, Beef Parmentier, Mini Lobster Thermidor and Pumpkin Cake with Chilli Crab Meat Sauce.

Do note that the menu is subjected to change.

It is no secret that we love Xiao Long Bao, and we have seen quite a few creative variations of mini soup dumplings in recent years. And just when we thought we have seen it all, Colony comes up with their rendition of the Steamed Charcoal Xiao Long Bao with Baby Abalone.

A generous portion of pork filling and tasty broth are enwrapped in a delicate, black dumpling skin providing a burst of flavours at first bite. The Baby Abalone adds a premium touch to this exquisite dim sum dish.

Another star dish melding flavours from the East and West would be the Pumpkin Cake with Chilli Crab Meat Sauce. Here at Colony, the chefs have mastered the art of making rich and flavourful chilli crab sauce.

The wonderful combination of sweet and mildly spicy flavours definitely makes this a crowd-pleaser.

The Beef Parmentier is a winning combination of soft and tender beef chunks, complemented with creamy mashed potato.

With the Mini Lobster Thermidor, a classic French dish, you can enjoy a portion of succulent lobster meat drizzled in cream sauce, and baked with cheese to perfection.

There is also the Ibérico and Burrata Cheese Sandwich, a Western favourite. The intense flavour of the cured ham is well-balanced by the smooth, buttery texture of the burrata.

The best part? You get to experience this journey through various cuisines with a flute of Moët & Chandon Brut Imperial Champagne and Colony’s custom tea blend, made from  black and white Sumatran tea leaves! You can even personalise your tea with your choice of tea syrup enhancement such as French Rose, Pandan or Lavender.

The Pandan enhancement was definitely the popular choice, as all of us had several cups of tea just to pair with the fragrant Pandan enhancement.

CREPE SUZETTE STATION

A trip to Colony is never complete until you make your way to the ‘live’ crêpe suzette station. Capture the Instagram-worthy moment as the pastry chef light the pan with a torch —a dramatic instant that makes for great photos or videos.

UNLIMITED SERVINGS OF DESSERTS AT THE PATISSERIE

Though the canapés in the five-tier tiffin are not refillable, your sweet tooth will be satiated with  unlimited servings of desserts from The Patisserie in Colony.

Look out for the lemon meringue, raspberry cheesecake and mini pandan roll. There is also an assortment of Nyonya kueh, alluding to another of Singapore’s heritage cuisines.

‘The Journey’ is one of the best afternoon teas in Singapore that we’ve had this year and we are already looking forward to more tea sessions at the gorgeous Colony!

AN EXCLUSIVE 15% OFF

For all of our beloved readers of Ladyironchef, experience ‘The Journey’ with a 15% off by simply quoting ‘Ladyironchef15′ upon making your reservation. Do note that this promotion is redeemable only with a minimum of 2 diners, and it is valid from 28 November 2016 to 17 December 2016.

“The Journey” Afternoon Tea
5-tier Tiffin Afternoon Tea with unlimited desserts
Mon to Sat: 3.30pm to 5.30pm
S$49++ per person

Colony
Level 3, The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore
7 Raffles Avenue
Singapore 039799
Reservations: +65 6434 5288 / rc.sinrz.restaurantreservations@ritzcarlton.com www.colony.com.sg
Nearest Station: Promenade

This post is brought to you by The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore.

Happy 2nd birthday, our favourite waffles heaven Twenty Grammes!

Twenty Grammes is a dessert bar that has been so popular since its first outlet in North Bridge Road, and the newer outlet at Ang Mo Kio is no less inviting. They specialise in waffles and ice cream, and that’s pretty much the best things on earth.

In conjunction with their 2nd anniversary this month, Twenty Grammes has rolled out a dessert that is bound to get you excited—Hojicha Soft Serve on Waffle.

And on top of that, we have a really great deal for all of you. From now until 23 December 2016, quote ‘ladyironchef’ to get 50% OFF the second waffle or bingsu (on the lower-priced item) on weekdays.

Here are 10 Most Instagrammable Desserts From Twenty Grammes.

#1 S’MORES WAFFLE

Made up of Twenty Grammes’ signature crispy and fluffy Belgian waffles, the S’mores Waffle (S$15) is topped with melted torched marshmallows, chocolate hazelnut sauce, graham crackers, whipped cream and a scoop of ice cream to your preference. We recommend getting a chocolate-based ice cream flavour to go with this particular waffles!

#2 SASSY FELLOW

If you are not the biggest fan of chocolates, how does a banana waffle sound? The Sassy Fellow (S$12.90) features slices of fresh bananas cooked inside a waffle batter. The cooked waffles are then topped with more bananas, walnuts for an added crunch, maple syrup, sea salt caramel sauce and a huge scoop of Vanilla or Honey-Scotch Ice Cream.

#3 ISABELLE WAFFLE

The Isabelle Waffle (S$16.50) is a full-black charcoal waffle topped with everything a health nut will love—greek yogurt, peaches, strawberries, blueberries, banana, granola, pumpkin seeds, maple syrup and a sprinkle of icing sugar. A very pretty one indeed, and it’s great for days when you don’t want to sin too much but still need your waffle fix.

#4 YUAN YANG WAFFLE

The Yuan Yang Waffle (S$15) is an Instagram hit. Half of the waffle is charcoal, and the other is the classic batter. This monochromatic beauty is topped off with a huge serving of milk soft serve, cookie sticks, granola and chocolate hazelnut sauce. Simple, but it works for our soul all the time. This has always been one of our favourites at Twenty Grammes.

#5 INJEOLMI BINGSU

Yes, you read it right. Twenty Grammes has introduced the Korean dessert to their menu! The Injeolmi Bingsu (S$12.90) is a classic rendition of the Korean snow ice dessert and is topped off with soybean powder.

#6 CHOCOLATE FUDGE BROWNIE BINGSU

The Chocolate Fudge Brownie Bingsu (S$14.50) is a more badass version with generous toppings; just look at those huge chunks of fudge brownies. Although this version isn’t quite like the traditional bingsu, it is definitely more satisfying and we prefer this to the former!

#7 RAINBOW CREPE CAKE

Twenty Grammes makes all of the cakes in house and for this, we are certainly impressed. We actually really enjoyed this Rainbow Crepe Cake (S$8.90), a 2nd Anniversary special. We know that most people write off rainbow desserts as they usually look better than they taste but in this case, the crepe cake was creamily good. The layers were even and the buttercream was delicious.

#8 BLUE VELVET CAKE

This Smurf-coloured cake (S$7.90) is gorgeous and we could not keep our eyes off it. The cake layers are fluffy and soft, and sure you may say the blue comes from food colouring but we love how pretty it is anyway. By the way, it is not overly sweet like normal coloured cakes would taste.

#9 WHITE CHOCOLATE COTTON CANDY AFFOGATO

The White Chocolate Cotton Candy Affogato (S$7.90) is such a beauty. Fluffy pink cotton candy cloud sits atop white chocolate ice cream and warm espresso, and when you pour the chocolate over, the cotton candy crumbles and melts into the coffee. Sugar rush, anybody?

#10 2ND ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL – HOJICHA SOFT SERVE ON WAFFLE

Saving the best for the last—Twenty Grammes introduces Hojicha Soft Serve on Waffle (S$8.50) in conjunction with their 2nd anniversary. The soft serve sits nicely in a cup with bite-sized waffle pieces, and is decorated with beautiful lavender edible flowers. We loved the taste of the Hojicha waffle. Intense roasted flavours but not overpowering; just the way we like it!

From now until 23 December 2016, quote ‘ladyironchef’ to enjoy a 50% discount OFF any second waffle or bingsu (on the lower-priced item) at both Twenty Grammes outlets. The offer is only valid on weekdays, and is not applicable for takeaways.

Twenty Grammes
753 North Bridge Road
#01-01
Singapore 198721
Tel: +65 6717 1733
Mon to Thu, Sun: 12pm – 10pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 1am
Nearest Station: Bugis

529 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 10
#01-2353
Singapore 560529
Tel: +65 68161916
Mon to Thu, Sun: 12pm – 10pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 1am
Nearest Station: Ang Mo Kio

This post is brought to you by Twenty Grammes.

Thin and delicate, the heavenly French crêpe is a traditional age-old delicacy well-loved by French natives and discerning foodies all over the world.

The galette was first created several centuries ago in Brittany, and till date, it remains an integral part of French cuisine. The classic dish is so symbolic that the French actually celebrate “Crepe Day” every 2nd February with Candlemas.

The popularity of French crêpes has extended beyond its hometown’s frontiers and word of this delightful treat has inspired many to open up crêperies even in non-European cities. Unsurprisingly, food-centric Singapore has jumped onto the French crêpe bandwagon and multiple specialty crêpe stores have sprouted across the island.

We have shortlisted a mouthwatering selection of affordable savoury French galettes and sweet mille crêpes that are worth your cash and calories. From galette specialty O Comptoir’s Ménage à 5 crepe (S$16.50++) to EwF By Everything With Fries’ Nutella Crêpe (S$6.90), we are thrilled to present to you our Guide to the 9 Crêpes in Singapore. Bon appetit!

ANTOINETTE – NORDIC

Parisian patisserie Antoinette needs no further introduction. The beautiful cafe is renowned for its gorgeous French pastries and bakes. And they do pretty good mains, too.

If you are looking for a substantial savoury main, give their Crepe Nordic (S$19++) a shot! It is essentially a soft and flat galette stuffed with smoked salmon, red onions, capers and dill cream cheese.

30 Penhas Road
Singapore 208188
Tel: +65 6293 3121
Mon to Thu: 11am – 10pm
Fri: 11am – 11pm
Sat: 10am – 11pm
Sun: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Lavender

AWFULLY CHOCOLATE – CHOCOLATE CREPE

Awfully Chocolate’s Chocolate Mille Crepe (S$9) comprises twenty alternating paper-thin sheets of chocolate crepes and light chocolate cream filling – it is the perfect quick fix for those with insatiable chocolate cravings.

40 Lorong Mambong
Singapore 277695
Tel: +65 6463 3741
Mon to Thu: 12pm – 11pm
Fri: 12pm – 1am
Sat: 10am – 1am
Sun: 10am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Holland Village

COLONY – CREPE SUZETTE (PART OF THE LUNCH AND/OR NIGHT BUFFET)

Colony’s Crepe Suzettes are prepared right in front of guests and served fresh from the stove. Keep your eyes peeled as the pastry chef blowtorches the Grand Marnier and transforms it into a viscous caramel sauce. The end result is a plate of flambé crepe quarter topped with tasty condiments.

Note: The Crepe Suzette is part of Colony’s buffet and is available on rotational basis. Do call up and check before heading down to avoid disappointment.

Lvl 3, The Ritz-Carlton
Millenia Singapore
7 Raffles Avenue
Singapore 039799
Tel: +65 6434 5288
Mon to Sat: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Sun: 12pm – 3.30pm, 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Promenade

ENTRE-NOUS CREPERIE – HAM AND EMMENTAL CHEESE

Over at Entre-Nous Creperie, crepes are served the authentic manner like how they were ages ago. These handcrafted organic and gluten-free French delicacies are satisfying for a snack or as a light meal.

If you only have stomach capacity for one dish, order the savoury gluten-free Ham and Emmental Cheese Buckwheat Galette (S$15.40+).

27 Seah Street, #01-01
Singapore 188383
Tel: +65 6333 4671
Mon: Closed
Tue to Fri: 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 10pm
Sat: 11am – 10pm
Sun: 11am – 6pm
Nearest Station: Esplanade

I AM CAFE – RAINBOW CREPE

Halal-certified I Am Cafe serves an impressive Rainbow Crepe (S$8.90) drizzled with generous amount of chocolate sauce that will have you drooling helplessly. The colourful treat is an interesting rendition of the mille-feuille crêpes, where it is notably less sweet than the original French classic.

Needless to say, it is definitely worthy of making it to your Instagram feed too.

674 North Bridge Road #01-01
Singapore 188804
Tel: +65 6295 5509
Mon to Thu: 11.30am – 11pm
Fri and Sat: 11.30am – 1am
Sun: 11.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Bugis

LADY M – SIGNATURE MILLE CREPE

Lady M might be famous for their French Signature Mille Crepe (S$9+), but the brand actually originated from the Big Apple’s Upper East Side. Queues are a daily sight and we are unsurprised.

Having sampled Lady M desserts from both New York City and Singapore, we are thrilled that the signature mille crepe in Singapore is equally divine as its flagship store.

Orchard Central Shopping Mall
181 Orchard Road, Orchard Central
#01-27 & #02-07
Singapore 238896
Tel: +65 6509 3673
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

1 Fullerton Road #01-10
Singapore 049213
Tel: +65 6820 0830
Sun to Thu: 11am – 11pm
Fri and Sat: 11am – 12am
Nearest Station: Raffles Place

3 Gateway Drive
#02-25/26, WestGate
Singapore 608532
Tel: +65 6250 8993
Daily: 10.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Jurong East

O COMPTOIR – MENAGE A 5

O Comptoir serves a vast variety of delectable made-to-order galettes so enjoyable that they will have first-time patrons regret not discovering this French creperie earlier.

The Ménage à 5 (S$16++) is a traditional gluten-free buckwheat crepe filled with ham, mushroom, Emmental cheese and a runny yolk. We love it so much that it is one place we will return to regularly for more.

79 Circular Road
Singapore 049433
Tel: +65 6534 7645
Mon and Tue: 11am – 12am
Wed and Thu: 11am – 1am
Fri and Sat: 11am – 2am
Sun: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Clarke Quay

SAY BONS – NUTELLA & BANANA CREPE

Say Bons is no newcomer in Singapore’s creperie industry. In fact, we have been patronising the humble French eatery since our school days!

Crepes sold at Say Bons are extremely wallet-friendly and has proved that budget snacks can be scrumptious too. Each fragrant crepe is cooked to order and we recommend the delightfully soft nutella and banana crepe (S$4.20).

Various Locations

THE GREEN RABBIT – CHEESY TUNA CREPE

Tucked away in the basement of Orchard Central is a relatively unnoticeable store called The Green Rabbit. Admittedly, the Cheesy Tuna Crepe (S$5.50) we ordered looked unappealing and we were not expecting much. However, we were pleasantly surprised by how delicious the tender savoury crepe turned out to be! Indeed, one should never judge a book by its cover.

181 Orchard Road
#B2-06, Orchard Central
Singapore 238896
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

About the writer:
Hui Jun Ng is a staff writer for ladyironchef. She previously worked in the food and marketing industry. She loves traveling and enjoys exploring underrated destinations. In her free time, you will find her indulging in coffee and her all time favourite local dish – bak chor mee.

The Daily Roundup at The Working Capitol – one of the hottest co-working spaces in Singapore - serves a simple purpose of offering fresh food and coffee. The menu is conceptualised by Chef Bruno Menard, and the star dish has to be their great selection of both sweet and savoury crepes. We love the space for its free wifi and minimalistic interior.

Great ambience, laid back vibes; that is what you will get at The Daily Roundup.

Before making a trip down here, we were salivating at pictures of their crepes posted on Instagram with only-positive captions. Little did we know that biting into these crepes could be so delightful. The pictures did not lie; they make great crepes.

We chose the Yuzu Butter Crepe (S$10) as it seemed like the most interesting of the lot. We have to admit that S$10 was slightly pricey, but the prices here are all nett.

The yuzu butter melted on the warm and freshly-made crepe shortly after it was being placed on our table. The distinct yuzu flavour was extremely concentrated, despite how simple it looked. You can choose to top up S$4 for a scoop of ice cream.

There are several other sweet and savoury crepe options. Some popular ones are Salted Caramel Crepe (sweet) and Completè Chorizo (savoury).

Every good cafe should serve great coffee and thankfully, The Daily Roundup gives us one more reason to return back with their pleasing cuppa.

The Daily Roundup
1 Keong Saik Road
#01-02 The Working Capitol
Singapore 089109
Tel: +65 6338 8035
Mon to Sat: 8am – 8pm
(Closed on Sundays)
Nearest Station: Outram Park

About the writer:
Cheryl is a staff writer for ladyironchef. She loves a good steak and an even better cuppa. She eats just about anything and everything. In her free time, she regularly starts on sci-fi or fantasy movie marathons.