If going through WWII means we get to live on sweet potatoes every day, so be it. Okay, not really. But, you get our point- we can’t get enough of this delicious root vegetable, which comes in all kinds of shapes and colours.

Not to mention, they’re actually really healthy as well. Brimming with fibre, antioxidants and Vitamin A, these superfoods are great for your body. But, we’re going to ditch the health talk for now because that’s not what we’re about today.

As their name suggests, sweet potatoes are basically a godsent vegetable for the sweet-toothed. They absolutely thrive in the realm of desserts. So, for all the ‘han tze’ lovers, we’ve rounded up 10 spots in Singapore that turn sweet potatoes into wondrous mouthwatering treats!

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BEAST & BUTTERFLIES – SWEET POTATO MONT BLANC

As their name suggests, this restaurant enthroned within M Social Singapore is founded upon the concept of oxymorons. Their interior is dressed in an eclectic outfit, replete with whimsical furnishings and embellishments.

Expect no less from their menu, which features East-meets-West fusion creations. Their Sweet Potato Mont Blanc is a case in point – a collision of Asian flavours with French intricacy. The dainty dessert encloses buttery sponge cake and coconut gelato seated atop a crumbly biscuit base.

90 Robertson Quay, M Social Singapore, Level 1
Singapore 238259
Tel: +65 6657 0018
Mon to Fri: 7am – 10am, 11.30am – 2.30pm, 5pm – 10.30pm
Sat to Sun: 7am – 10.30am, 11.30am – 2.30pm, 5pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Fort Canning

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CAFÉ & MEAL MUJI – SWEET PURPLE POTATO & CHESTNUT ROLL

If you’re going down to Muji to get some house supplies or stationery, why not swing by their in-house cafe? Café & Meal Muji dishes out an array of hot and cold deli, amongst other mains, small bites and desserts.

All eyes are on their Sweet Purple Potato & Chestnut Roll (S$7.90), one of their more popular pastries. This Swiss cake roll is clogged with smooth cream and soft chestnuts, then topped with ribbons of sweet potato paste.

68 Orchard Road, Plaza Singapura, MUJI Plaza, #01-10 to 17
Singapore 238839
Tel: +65 6264 5838
Daily: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Dhoby Ghaut

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CHÂTERAISÉ – SWEET POTATO & PUMPKIN SOUFFLÉ CHEESECAKE

Housing throngs of Japanese treats and cakes, Châteraisé makes sure that no one who enters leaves empty-handed.

Their Sweet Potato and Pumpkin Souffle Cheesecake is as wondrous as it sounds. An airy matrimony of candied pumpkin and fresh cream, the cake is blanketed in Naruto Kintoki sweet potato cream. Candied Naruto Kintoki sweet potato pieces and chocolate seal the deal.

2 Orchard Turn, ION Orchard, #B4-45/46
Singapore 238801
Tel: +65 6509 0919
Daily: 10.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

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GUMA GUMA – SWEET POTATO

For those who appreciate sweet potato in its au naturel form, Guma Guma was made for you. This takeaway kiosk at the basement of VivoCity is run by a Korean ahjussi, Mr Hwang, and his wife, Eun Hee.

Their honey sweet potatoes are imported straight from Korea, and are endowed with natural sugars that slowly caramelise as they bake in the oven. Some say it’s just as good or even better than Don Don Don Ki’s famed sweet potatoes.

1 HarbourFront Walk, VivoCity, #B2-K12
Singapore 098585
Daily: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Harbourfront

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HVALA – SWEET POTATO CAKE

Whenever we’re feeling a little too wound up about life, Hvala is one of our go-to remedies. This charming teahouse is drenched in serenity and transports us straight to Japan with one sip of their hot brews.

Aside from their tea selection, they have an impressive line-up of desserts. One of them is the Sweet Potato Cake (S$7.80), which sees purple sweet potato-infused sponge cake layered with luscious cream jammed with yellow sweet potato cubes.

30 Victoria St, #01-04, CHIJMES
Singapore 187996
Daily: 11am – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: City Hall

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JUNE BAKERY – SWEET POTATO MOCHI

One wouldn’t expect much of a crowd at The Plaza, a shady-looking centre a stone’s throw from Bugis — let alone in its basement. But that’s exactly what you’ll find within the perimeters of June Bakery, an old-school family-run bakery.

When it comes to this under-the-radar gem, it’s fastest fingers first. Their Sweet Potato Mochi stuffed with creamy yam paste and rolled in ground peanuts sounds like an absolute dream. And it is, which is why these sell out within an hour or so.

7500A Beach Rd
Singapore 199591
Tel: +65 9731 3002
Mon to Fri: 7am – 2.30pm
Nearest Station: Bugis

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KUEH HO JIAK – SWEET POTATO ONDEH ONDEH

Ang Ku Kueh is traditionally made with glutinous rice flour and colouring. But, Kueh Ho Jiak is turning heads with their gorgeous renditions made with sweet potato-infused skin.

If there was ever an ang ku kueh beauty pageant, Kueh Ho Jiak would win Miss Universe, hands down. You’ll find a wide range of intricately shaped kuehs at this stall, stuffed with varying flavours such as durian, red bean and yam.

They also have sweet potato ondeh ondeh, which promises a burst-in-your-mouth sensation.

6 Tanjong Pagar Plaza, #02-20
Singapore 081006
Tel: +65 8750 9271
Mon to Sat: 7.30am – 2pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

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THE WORKBENCH BISTRO – PURPLE SWEET POTATO WAFFLES

Nope, your eyes aren’t playing tricks on you. You’re looking at purple sweet potato waffles. And yes, they taste as good as they sound. Pair them with fried chicken for that classic fried-chicken-and-waffle combo or with ice cream for a sweet ending to your meal.

For something a little lighter, their Sweet Potato Latte is also a crowd favourite.

332 Ang Mo Kio Ave 1, #01-1881
Singapore 560332
Tel: +65 6452 0810
Mon to Thurs: 12pm – 10pm
Fri: 12 – 11pm
Sat: 10am – 11pm
Sun: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Ang Mo Kio

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TWO HANA – SWEET POTATO SOY LATTE

Bibimbap has never looked more rad than at Two Hana, a fusion Korean restaurant in Century Square. This casual eating place dishes out playful dishes such as Fried Chicken Bap and Braised Beef Green Laksa.

Their beverage menu isn’t any less impressive. Lactose intolerant customers can indulge in their Iced Sweet Potato Soy Latte (S$6/regular, S$7/large), which entails a delicious blend of sweet potato puree and soy milk.

2 Tampines Central 5, Century Square, #01-21
Singapore 529509
Tel: +65 6260 4321
Sun to Thurs: 11am – 10pm
Fri to Sat: 11am – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Tampines

WHISKIT BAKERY & CAFE – SWEET POTATO MONT BLANC

With their opulent pastries and cakes at affordable price points, it’s a real mystery why this quiet patisserie isn’t getting way more attention. Run by a Le Cordon Bleu-trained chef, Whiskit Bakery & Cafe does some really intriguing desserts.

Besides a handful of mainstays, their dessert menu works on a rotational basis. So, if you see their Sweet Potato Mont Blanc on display that day, you’d better get it. The strings of purple sweet potato paste hide a blueberry-infused filling, making for a strangely harmonious pairing.

533 Upper Cross St, Hong Lim Complex, #01-33
Singapore 050533
Tel: +65 9366 6136
Mon to Sat: 11am – 5pm
Nearest Station: Chinatown

Hanabi festivals (or fireworks festivals) are integral to Japanese summers. This long-standing tradition is held practically in Japan every weekend for a few months each year country-wide. In addition to the fireworks show, locals can enjoy a selection of Japanese snacks and drinks that many stalls known as Yatai offer.

It’s no wonder locals look forward to this breathtaking spectacle every year! Here in Singapore’s SingPost Centre, we have our own Hanabi Food Festival too; you’ll definitely be able to experience the summer vibes and Yatai food as if you were in Japan.

From 06 to 18 June 2019, experience the Hanabi Food Festival by Isetan at SingPost Centre Main Atrium Level 1 from 11 am to 9 pm daily. Here are some highlights to look out for. Itadakimasu!

From sweet to savoury, there’s something for everything at the Hanabi Food Festival, so please go with empty tummies!

Choose from the mouth-watering Wagyu Don to the delectable Takoyaki with generous chunks of octopus.

Complement your street snacks with a cup of frozen Kirin Beer—a Hanabi favourite; we paired ours with the crispy assortment of Seafood and Chicken Karaage.

Also, we couldn’t get over the fresh produce air-flown in from Japan! Savour warm Baked Sweet Potatoes (S$2 per 100g) or treat yourself to some Japanese grapes which are known to be very plump, sweet and juicy. Choose from the luxurious Japanese Shine Muscat (S$48/pkt) or fragrant Japanese Kyoho Grapes (S$28/pkt).

A must-have and most popular Yatai food at Hanabi festivals is the Zuwai Crab BBQ. We predict very long queues for these! Look forward to succulent skewered Zuwai crab meat, it comes in Original (S$9.80/pc), Cheese (S$13/pc) and Mentaiko (S$15/pc). Or sink your teeth into the fluffy Hokkaido Okonomiyaki (S$5/pc) that is stuffed with various combinations of goodies such as seafood, mentaiko and cheese.

You’ll be spoilt for choice with the sheer amount of sweet treats offered—creamy ice cream made from Naganuma milk, warm and fluffy Okinawa Brown Sugar Steam Cake and Danish Taiyaki—the options are endless.

Coming to Singapore for the first time is Koganei Cheesecake. For those who didn’t manage to catch Sakura season in Japan this Spring, you can still relish the remnants of the flowers with the gorgeous and naturally sweetened Sakura Honey Cheesecake (S$5.50/pc).

At the festival, you’ll be able to find Hokkaido Corn Soup from Island, a myriad of fruit honey from Sugi Yohoen, various mint products from Kitami Hakka as well as a range of horse oil skin care from Hokkaido Junbayu Honpo!

Other than the stalls at the festival, you can also look forward to long-standing Japanese retailers at SingPost Centre. There is an array of Japanese restaurants so that gives you many more reasons to pop by the mall for great Japanese meals that won’t have your wallets take a beating.

At AJI ICHI, we love the gyudon that comes with melt-in-your-mouth beef slices atop Koshihikari rice, You should also try the AJI Special Maki which features an addictive, creamy homemade century egg sauce.

Over at Minako, there’s also the signature Pork Katsu meals (from S$7.90) that come doused in luscious curry sauce for a flavourful one-dish meal.

At Maki-San, take-outs for the busy ones include the new Super Snack Set (S$29.90) that comprises popular Japanese fried goodies such as Shisasamo, Karaage and Ebi—on top of a customized maki roll.

Have a sweet ending with desserts from Beard Papa’s or Châteraisé.

Indulge in Beard Papa’s brand new Gelato Puff (S$3.50 – S$4.20) which features three new mouth-watering flavours: Hokkaido Milk, New York Cheesecake and Matcha.

The kids will love Châteraisé’s airy fruit pancakes! They come in mango, strawberry and white peach.

Done with eating? Go shopping.

SingPost Centre also features Japan lifestyle concept shops. Well-loved discount store Daiso has launched their exclusive Singapore Souvenir Product series showcasing popular local favourites such as Chicken Rice, Laksa, Chilli Crab, Kaya Toast and Kopi O — all only for S$2!

At OWNDAYS, select from their large collection of frames that is suitable for all ages. Ladies, the Graph Belle is for you: simple but sophisticated, this frame is definitely a must-have.

Enjoy exciting rewards when you shop and dine at SingPost Centre! From now until 30 June 2019, receive parking rebates with a minimum spending of S$30 or a S$5 CapitaVoucher with minimum spending of S$120 (S$100 when charged to American Express CapitaCard). Note that this is limited to the first 2,000 redemptions. The first 300 new CapitaStar sign-ups will also earn 2,000 STAR$ with minimum spending of $20 in a single same-day receipt.

Terms & Conditions

• All redemptions can be made at the Customer Service Counter located at Level 2 daily from 10 am to 9.30 pm.

• Limited to 1 redemption per shopper per day, regardless of the amount spent, while stocks last, and on a first-come, first served basis.

• Maximum 3 same-day combined receipts unless otherwise stated.

• Information is correct at time of print and is subject to change without prior notice.

• Redemptions are valid from 24 May to 30 June 2019, unless otherwise stated.

• Other T&C apply.

SingPost Centre Hanabi Food Festival
Main Atrium Level 1
10 Eunos Road 8
Singapore 408600
Tel: +65 6909 1644
Daily: 11am – 9pm
Nearest Station: Paya Lebar