We all know that in every foodie’s Instagram feed, it’s incomplete without one amazing shot of a cheese pull. There’s just something about melty, gooey, stretchy cheese that stirs a fire within the bellies of even the lactose intolerant, compelling everyone to test our limits of just how much we can consume till we break.

In the spirit of breaking our limits of cheese-consumption, here’s a guide to 10 ultra cheesy dishes that will make you melt (or test your level of lactose intolerance)!

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#1 CHEESE STORY MOOKATA BUFFET – CHEESE DIP

Looking for that Instagram-worthy cheese pull shot? Look no further than Cheese Story Mookata’s Buffet. They offer a creamy cheese dip that is a mix of nacho cheese and mozzarella for that maximum stretch factor. It goes perfectly with their plethora of juicy meats and sweet seafood, giving it a richer and more satisfying taste. Did we mention they serve free flow oysters?

5001 Beach Road
Golden Mile Complex, #02-01
Singapore 199588
Tel: +65 86787876
Daily: Open 24 Hours
Nearest Station: Nicoll Highway

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#2 LOOF – BCM GRILLED CHEESE

Where fusion meets bar grub – Loof is the place to be. Loof is an up-and-coming rooftop watering hole but you probably know them from their large Chinese lettering neon lights plastered all over Instagram feeds. Loof is also home to a special sandwich – their Bak Chor Mee Grilled Cheese, made with sourdough bread, saucy mushrooms, pork mince and ooey gooey cheese. You can definitely toast to the weekend with this cheesy dish.

331 North Bridge Rd
Odeon Towers, Roof Top #03-07
Singapore 188720
Tel: +65 6337 9416
Sun to Thu: 5pm – 1am
Fri & Sat: 5pm – 2am
Nearest Station: Bras Basah/Esplanade

Photo Credit: Instagram

#3 MERCI MARCEL – RAVIOLES DE ROYANS

Tucked away in the streets of Tiong Bahru is Merci Marcel, a Parisian-inspired al fresco diner with a spacious, tropical-themed interior. Overshadowed by some of their popular mains is their Ravioles de Royans. Bite-sized spinach ravioli pasta is filled with Tete de Moine cheese and drenched in a creamy white sauce and topped with even more Tete de Moine. These little pockets of pasta are cheesy, creamy and fresh in the most decadent way possible. They also have a second branch at Club Street, boasting similar tropical vibes.

56 Eng Hoon Street #01-68
Singapore 160056
Tel: +65 6224 0113
Mon: 8am – 11pm
Tue to Sat: 8am – 11.30pm
Sun: 8am – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Tiong Bahru

7-9 Club Street
Singapore 069403
Tel: +65 6438 3913
Mon to Sat: 9am – 12am
Sun: 9am – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

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#4 SEOUL SHIOK – ARMY STEW WITH CHEESE

If you’re craving something with a bit of a slight spicy kick but still want that melty cheese goodness, Seoul Shiok’s got you covered with their Army Stew with Cheese. The spicy stew is chocked full of ingredients familiar to budaejjigae fans – pork belly, rice cakes, assorted mushrooms, spam, instant ramen and baked beans. They even top their stew with a slice of cheese. Hungry souls will be glad to know they also provide free soup refills should you run out!

10 Sengkang Square, Kopitiam Square
Singapore 544829
Daily: 11.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Sengkang

#5 SHAKE SHACK – SHROOM BURGER

Probably one of the most highly raved openings in Singapore in 2019 so far was the opening of Shake Shack’s very first outlet at Jewel Changi in April. While they serve up some seriously sinful beef burgers and local-inspired creations, their Shroom Burger is unbeatable in terms both of cheese and wow factor. Just a bite into the deep-fried Portobello mushroom patty will reveal the piping-hot liquid gold inside. They were definitely hyped for good reason.

78 Airport Blvd #02-256
Jewel, Changi Airport Singapore
Singapore 819666
Daily: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Changi Airport

#6 THE BIG CHEESE – CUSTOM MAC & CHEESE

If you’re tired of overpriced and small portions of mac and cheese, you’ll brie happy to know The Big Cheese at Sunshine Plaza allows you to customize your own box of mac and cheese – down to the cheese sauce base. They have a wide variety of toppings so everyone can definitely find something to enjoy – from beef bacon, mussels and mushrooms to parmesan crumbs, truffle oil and dorito chips. They’re Halal certified too!

91 Bencoolen Street #01-59
Sunshine Plaza
Singapore 189652
Tel: +65 9326 7306
Mon to Sat: 12pm – 9pm
(Closed Sundays)
Nearest Station: Bencoolen

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#7 POTATO HEAD FOLK – TRUFFLE CHEESE FRIES

You haven’t tried loaded fries until you’ve had these Truffle Cheese Fries. Located in a four-storey heritage building is Potato Head Folk – home to Studio 1939 cocktail bar and Three Buns Burgers & Cocktails. Sporting tropical-themed old-style décor and ambient lights, the place is a hipster haven. They’re well-known for their burgers and their signature Naughty Fries, a fusion of fries and chilli crab, but their sister dish – Truffle Cheese Fries – is also a stunner with creamy cheese sauce, shaved truffles, chives and even more truffle aioli on the side. Regular cheese fries won’t look the same after having this.

36 Keong Saik Road
Potato Head Folk
Singapore 089143
Tel: +65 6327 1939
Daily: 11am – 12am
Nearest Station: Outram Park

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#8 TOBY’S THE DESSERT ASYLUM – LAVA CHEESE BURGER

Goodbye regular cheese slices in burgers and say hello to oozing lava in the form of nacho cheese. TOBY’s has recently added a unique twist to a seemingly normal-looking burger and it comes in a syringe. Thick nacho cheese is injected into the burger, creating a waterfall of gooey cheesy mess. The burger itself contains a juicy meat patty and comes with a bed of crispy spiced fries. The cheese goes well with them too! A burger can’t possibly get any cheesier than this.

8 Boon Lay Way #01-35
Tradehub21
Singapore 609964
Tel: +65 6316 2422
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Jurong East

#9 TONKICHI – CHEESE KASANE KATSU

When Tonkichi comes to mind, quality comes with. Insanely juicy pork loin has melted cheese sandwiched in between, making it an umami bomb with a crunch. Though fried to an inviting golden brown, Tonkichi’s cheese katsu is not overly greasy when you bite into it. What’s not to love when there’s both savoury cheese and tender meat in one dish?

391 Orchard Road, Ngee Ann City, #04-24
Takashimaya Shopping Center
Singapore 238872
Tel: +65 6735 7522
Mon to Thu: 11am – 3pm, 5pm – 10pm
Fri to Sun: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

350 Orchard Road, Shaw House
Isetan Scotts, Level 4
Singapore 238868
Tel: +65 6835 4648
Mon to Thu: 11am – 3pm, 5pm – 9.30pm
Fri & Sat: 11am – 10pm
Sun: 11am – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

#10 CHIR CHIR CHICKEN

Chir Chir is known for their deliciously golden chicken tenders, authentic to how it’s done in Korea. However, one of their highly underrated side dishes include an ooey-gooey Mac & Cheese that is absolutely indulgent, creamy and loaded with cheese! It’s also the perfect side to crispy Korean fried chicken.

Chir Chir has several outlets. Check out the full list here.

Perfectly cooked elbow pasta—or macaroni as most would know it as—tossed in simple béchamel sauce that gets loaded with cheese before being baked till golden, crusty and delicious, some might proclaim the iconic mac & cheese to be the epitome of comfort food.

There is just something so decadent and so heartwarming about a perfectly cooked macaroni and cheese dish that we find it hard to fathom, yet struggle to resist. From its luscious, cheesy sauce that binds the macaroni together to the buttery crust that just seals the deal, this simple dish can be had for brunch side item, a whole meal on its own or even a snack to accompany you as you binge on Netflix dramas.

If you’re hankering for comfort in the form of flour, cheese, milk, and macaroni, here are 12 places in Singapore to get your hands on some fantastic mac & cheese.

BEDROCK BAR & GRILL

Served as an accompaniment to their mains, Bedrock Bar & Grill’s Mac & Cheese (S$20) is a glorious dish that is extremely rich and cheesy. Longer strands of macaroni are used instead of the typical, smaller version. And yes, they make a decent pairing with your steak.

96 Somerset Road
#01-05 Pan Pacific Serviced Suites
Singapore 238163
Tel: +65 6238 0054
Daily: 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

CHIR CHIR

You may be surprised to see a Korean fried chicken restaurant on this list but Chir Chir’s Mac & Cheese is something you need to try. The soft macaroni was covered with an insane mix of soft cream sauce cheddar cheese and other cheeses.

313 Orchard Road
#B3-04/05/06 313 Somerset
Singapore 238895
Tel: +65 6509 8364
Mon to Thu, Sun: 11am – 10pm
Fri & Sat: 11am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

KENNY ROGERS ROASTERS

Kenny Rogers hold a special place in our hearts because we have been visiting them since we were kids. While they are synonymous with their signature grilled dishes, their Mac & Cheese—served as a side—is something we can’t do without either. You can get a small serving of this at S$4.40, on its own at S$8 in a large bowl.

Great World City
1 Kim Seng Promenade
#01-06/20
Singapore 237994
Tel: +65 6734 9492
Daily: 11.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Outram Park

LITTLE DINER

Mac & Cheese doesn’t have to be plain and boring—and Little Diner knows that well. Their menu features three different types of Mac & Cheese dishes, ranging from Old School Baked Mac & Cheese (S$16.50) to Smokey’s Mac & Cheese (S$19.50) and our all-time favourite Version 2.0 Baked Mac & Cheese Royale (S$20.50), which comes with enoki and shimeiji mushrooms and black truffles.

789 Bukit Timah Road
Singapore 269763
Tel: +65 6466 4088
Tue to Fri: 11.30am – 2pm, 6pm – 9pm
Sat :11am – 5pm, 6pm – 9.30pm
Sun: 11am – 5pm, 6pm – 9pm
(Closed on Mondays)
Nearest Station: Holland Village/Botanic Gardens

NINETHIRTY BY AWFULLY CHOCOLATE

Using Rigatoni pasta instead of the typical elbow macaroni, the Mac & Cheese (S$18) at Ninethirty feels more substantial with every bite. Baked with melty, creamy cheese and thick cut bacon, you can be assured that this is one Mac & Cheese that will do more than just satisfy your cheese cravings

131 East Coast Road
Singapore 428816
Tel: +65 6345 2190
Mon to Thu: 12pm – 11pm
Fri: 12pm – 1am
Sat: 9.30am – 1am
Sun: 9.30am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Dakota

NY NIGHT MARKET

What’s a cheese-forward menu without a section dedicated to the comfort food classic, Mac & Cheese? At NY Night Market, they have 3 varieties for you to choose from but we opted for the M.A.C feat Bacon (S$11.90++).

Enhanced with lashings of potato and bacon bits, the dish had a nice, smooth texture underscored by a rich, smoky and savoury flavour. Cheesy and all in all satisfying, this is one dish we wouldn’t mind stuffing ourselves with as we binge on Netflix.

313 Orchard Road #01-29,
313@Somerset,
Singapore 238895
Tel: +65 6957 4620
Sun to Thu: 8am – 11pm
Fri & Sat: 8am – 1am
Nearest Station: Somerset

OPUS BAR & GRILL

Opus Bar & Grill is an intimate and modern grill restaurant which happens to serve some of the best steaks in Singapore but they have more up their sleeves than just excellent steaks.

We always enjoy having their Mac & Cheese (S$6) as a side to go along with the meats. An excellent idea indeed!

581 Orchard Road
Hilton Singapore
Singapore 238 883
Daily: 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Orchard Road

ORIOLE COFFEE + BAR

Imagine freshly baked macaroni & cheese and topped off with chunky pieces of crabmeat, crunchy corn and then rounding it all up with aromatic truffle oil; Oriole’s Mac & Cheese (S$24) is any cheese lover’s wildest dreams come true.

96 Somerset Road
#01-01, Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Orchard
Singapore 238163
Sun to Thu: 8am – 11pm
Fri & Sat: 8am – 12am
Tel: +65 6238 8348
Nearest Station: Somerset

PARK @ HOLLAND VILLAGE

Park’s Truffle Mac & Cheese (S$13.50) is one of the most popular dishes here and is one that is most likely to leave a lasting impression among diners.

We were in awe of its beautifully crisp top layer which gave the dish extra textures and love how there is a slight cheese pull when you dig into the macaroni!

281 Holland Road
Singapore 278621
Tel: 9721 3815
Tue to Thu & Sun: 11am – 12am
Fri & Sat: 11am – 2am
(Closed on Mondays)
Nearest Station: Holland Village

THE GREEN OVEN

The Green Oven at Alley on 25 is where one can find family-sharing- styled roasts and comfort dishes such as braised lamb shank and claypot baked chicken. Cooked using their gigantic green beech oven, all of their stellar dishes pack on a warm and comforting appeal, with a delightfully charred note.

Their Lobster Mac & Cheese is a real treat. Copious amounts of cheese, chunky lobster meat and a lovely crust on the top for a nice crunch—absolutely divine.

5 Fraser Street, Level 25
Andaz Singapore
Singapore 189354
Daily: 6.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Bugis

THE WHITE RABBIT

We are not ashamed to say that we are die-hard fans of the restaurant’s Truffle Mac & Cheese with Mushrooms (S$14). With its fragrant truffle aroma that is not overpowering and the perfect balance of cheese and mushrooms, there is hardly anything to nitpick on when it comes to this delightful cheesy goodness.

39C Harding Road
Singapore 249541
Tel: +65 6473 9965
(Closed on Mondays)
Tue to Fri: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Sat & Sun: 10.30am – 3pm, 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

WHISK & PADDLE

It certainly doesn’t hurt that their Mac & Cheese (S$14.80) scores full marks when it comes to presentation but what makes it go above and beyond is how the savoury ham slices cut through the cheesiness of this dish to strike a perfect balance so you never get tired of eating it.

Kudos to the chef for a well-executed Mac & Cheese dish!

10 Tebing Lane
Singapore 828836
Tel: +65 6242 4617
Mon to Fri: 3.30pm – 10.30pm
Fri & Sat: 9.30am – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Riveria (Punggol LRT)

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

Situated right next to Coronation Plaza, KARA Cafe & Dessert Bar is a new cafe and dessert bar by the team behind Sogurt. It takes over the former space of Sogurt and this is where you can enjoy a splendid array of delicious food in a warm and welcoming environment.

To top it off, you will be dining in a beautiful space decorated by tropical foliage and imaginary creatures with art by Mark Wee. 

When it comes to dessert and good food, it will always be a love-hate relationship. Well #sorrynotsorry because after today, you will be adding on one more cafe on your list of cafes to visit in Singapore.

We decided to begin our meal with the Classic Grilled Cheese (S$10.50). A signature Kara cheese blend and zesty sweet pickle relish are sandwiched in sourdough, and this spectacular combination is toasted to caramelised perfection prior to serving.

Remember all those cheese-pull videos? Well, now you can achieve that in real life and this dish sure left us with a cheesy grin.

The Pork Belly Miso (S$16) was an interesting creation that we had to try. Consisting of extremely tender kakuni braised pork belly, soft egg, cucumber edamame salad, miso cream and nori atop well-cooked rice, we particularly enjoyed the topping of ramen crisps as it added a nice, crunchy texture to the dish.

But for the price point, we did feel that the portion served was not very substantial and this is perhaps something that could be improved for a better dining experience.

We ended our meal with the Matcha Berry Homemade Mochi Waffles with Salted Speculoos Ice Cream (S$12.50).

This was indeed a heavenly pairing and we were very pleased with the elegant presentation of the dish. Furthermore, the dish was oh so tasty and satisfying, which only justified any weight gain.

KARA Cafe & Dessert Bar
671 Bukit Timah Road,
Singapore 269718
Tel: +65 6468 8940
Mon to Thu: 11am – 10.30pm
Fri: 11am – 11pm
Sat: 10.30am – 11pm
Sun: 10.30am – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Tan Kah Kee

With so many Korean food places popping up all over Singapore, we can safely say that the Korean wave is not losing its popularity in this city anytime soon. Apart from the usual K-bbq and bibimbap, a rather underrated Korean dish called jjimdak deserves to be glorified too. The words ‘jjim’ refers to ‘braise’ and ‘dak’ refers to chicken, and a Korean jjimdak is really a tasty chicken stew braised in soya sauce and is usually slightly sweet.

Located in City Square Mall, Seoul Jjimdak is a Korean restaurant that specialises in authentic Jjimdak, and it is one of the very few destinations in Singapore where you get to savour this hearty Korean stew. The best part? Prices are wallet-friendly, portions are generous and needless to say – the food is legit and authentic!

From now till 31 August 2016, Seoul Jjimdak is extending an exclusive 51%* off Jjimdak and Budae Jjigae (Korean Army Stew) during lunch every day. All you have to do is flash this article or quote ‘ladyironchef’ to Seoul Jjimdak’s staff.

After the promotion, you can get the Jjimdak and/ or Budae Jjigae at only S$16.60++ (U.P. S$33.90++). Now, surely you know this is a deal not to be missed.

Set foot into Seoul Jjimdak and you will be instantly greeted by pop art murals of famous Korean celebrities and catchy K-pop tunes. It is one of those Korean restaurants with very comfortable seating; finally an outlet where we can enjoy our Korean meal in comfort.

As its name implies, everyone goes to Seoul Jjimdak for their Seoul Jjimdak (S$33.90++). The owners are trained in Seoul, and the culinary team have rich experience dealing with Korean food.

The portion of the jjimdak is huge. Integrating soya sauce imported directly from Korea with chicken, potatoes, carrots, onions and potato noodles, the stew can easily feed two to three people. The braise is a mix of salty and sweet, with the vegetables attributing largely to the sweetness. We were instantly hooked to the fork-tender and succulent chicken that have been braised to absorb the flavours of the sauce.

The Seoul Jjimdak comes in both with bone and boneless options. You can also choose to add on more toppings to your stew, i.e. Assorted Mushrooms (S$4.90++), Double Cheese (S$3.90++), Mozzarella Cheese (S$2.90++), Prawns & Mussels (S$5.90++) and Tteokbokki (S$2.90++). Note that these add-ons are single portion unless otherwise stated.

Dining solo? Order the “Mini” Jimdak (S$12.90++). Seoul Jjimdak is probably the only place with a one-pax option, and it really solves the problem of always having to gather more friends just to satisfy a Korean stew craving.

The next bestselling dish is none other than the tasty Budae Jjigae. The Korean Army Stew was actually created out of famine during the Korean War, where the Koreans had to make do with leftover food from US Army – hence its name, or also otherwise known as Budae Jjigae. Today, the well-loved stew is synonymous with a good Korean meal, and we have just found another reliable and affordable option.

At S$33.90++, this homemade kimchi stew – which feeds up to three pax – is served with baked beans, luncheon meat, pork belly strips, tofu and mixed vegetables. Similarly, add-on options are available, including carbs such as Ramyeon (S$2.90++) and Steamed White Rice (S$1.50++).

Now, let’s move on to the side dishes. Seoul Jjimdak’s chef-recommended Seafood Pancake (S$14.90++). The flat pancake is heavy with ingredients – with green onions, prawns and squids; crisp on the outside but moist and fluffy inside.

Koreans do their instant noodles really well. The Chicken Bulgogi Ramyeon (S$11.90++) is when you just want a simple and fuss-free lunch. The chicken is marinated with bulgogi sauce, and the ramyeon (instant noodles) is cooked with sliced capsicums, onions, mushrooms and sesame.

The soft and chewy rice cake that Koreans know as Tteokbokki is a must-try. Seoul Jjimdak’s interpretations are available in either Spicy Cheese Tteokbokki (S$11.90++) or non-spicy Royal Court Tteokbokki (S$10.90++). We thoroughly enjoyed the spicy one, with melted cheese covering the fish and rice cakes and drenched in hot and spicy sauce.

Seoul Jjimdak’s value-for-money lunch sets are some of the best deals in town. The sets range from S$9.90++ for a Kimchi Tofu Soup with Rice to S$12.90++ for Mini Boneless Jjimdak with Rice. Each set meal comes with a complimentary soft drink, and is valid from 11.30am to 5pm daily.

Of course, what’s a Korean feast without some Korean booze? Pick your poison from Chamisul Soju (S$15.90++), Grapefruit Soju (S$15.90++), Yakult Soju (S$20.90++) or Yuja Soju (S$20.90++).

From now till 31 August 2016 (between 11.30am – 3pm), Seoul Jjimdak is offering a massive 51% discount off Seoul Jjimdak and Budae Jjigae (Korean Army Stew) to celebrate Singapore’s 51st birthday. Say whaaat?! This is the best deal ever!

Simply flash this post to the Seoul Jjimdak’s staff or quote ‘ladyironchef’. Think about it – you are only paying S$16.60++ for an authentic Korean stew that can feed two to three persons. In case you think we are kidding you, the portions remain the same; you are really getting the full works at half the price. This just gave us another reason to look forward to lunch.

Seoul Jjimdak
City Square Mall, #05-04
Singapore 208539
Tel: +65 6634 2668
Daily: 11.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Farrer Park

This post is brought to you by Seoul Jjimdak.

Cheese, oh glorious cheese. It is everything to us.

How does one even resist cheese? Besides its charming good looks, cooking and incorporating cheese into different dishes just makes everything more wonderful with the milky goodness. When cheese melts, we squeal; when the cheese stretches with every pull, our eyes light up.

It is undeniable that cheese is the best “condiment” for food. And if you are with us, here are 8 Reasons Why Cheese Is The Best Thing Ever.

#1 BIG VARIETY OF CHEESES

There are so many different types of cheeses out there – from the intense blue cheese, to the soft and stretchy ones. You can have brie on a cracker, mozzarella on your pizza and burrata on your salad. There’s a cheese for everything and you’d never get bored.

#2 CHEESECAKES

Yup, that’s it. Cheesecake. Cheesecakes are divine, and they are one of the best desserts around. Creamy good ol’ cheesecakes, flavoured cheesecakes, cheesecakes with ice cream… we are up for a slice (or two) any time.

Read: Guide on 10 of the best cheesecakes in Singapore.

#3 IT ALWAYS GETS YOU EXCITED

Do you get so excited and your heart starts to race every time you see cheese on the menu or spot a cheese dish from afar? We don’t know about you, but cheese always tugs our heartstrings and it just makes eating a lot more exciting.

“Life is great. Cheese makes it better.”

#4 ADDS AN OOMPH TO YOUR FOOD

Cheese adds flavour to anything. Pizzas, pastas, salads, baked rice – name them all, and *sings* if you like it put a cheese on it. We love our cheeses melted, and that liberated moment when we dig into our food and tears the cheese… sheer joy.

#5 TOO CHEESY? NAH.

Think about it, cheese just enhances anything. It makes anything better. Sometimes, we add so much that we forget if we are eating cheese, or the main. Cheesy pasta? Yes, the way to go is cheese > pasta.

Read: Guide on 9 of the best Mac & Cheese in Singapore.

#6 CHEESE WHEEL, BABY

We don’t get to see a cheese wheel every day, but when we see one, our hearts sure skip a beat! Whatever else that we had wanted from the menu, we’d forgo and dive straight for that damned dish that is prepared in a cheese wheel. Remember that there is no such thing as too cheesy a pasta.

“There is absolutely no one, apart from yourself, who can prevent you, in the middle of the night, from sneaking down to tidy up the edges of that hunk of cheese at the back of the fridge.”

#7 VERSATILITY

Cheese is very versatile. You can have it on its own or to complement a dish. It works well with snacks, it works well with soup, it works well with carbs; anything goes. And that is also why we can eat cheese all day every day. Because of the sheer variety available in the market, there are always new discoveries and recipes to play around with. Life is made more colourful and surprising with cheese, indeed.

#8 CHEESY IS HEALTHY

Because cheese boasts several health benefits, this dairy product is beneficial. Different cheese has different nutrient values, but whatever they are, you know you need cheese in your life. You choose the cheese life; geddit?

There is nothing bad about Mac & Cheese, ever. Forget that it is perhaps fattening; the feeling you get when the cheese stretches long and high up when you dig ‘em up is unbeatable. And when you bite into the baked top where the cheese is the perfect balance of crisp and soft, that will be your gauge on whether or not the dish is good.

Mac & Cheese is something that can be enjoyed at any time of the day – as an appetizer, as a sharing dish, as a main. In a restaurant for a fancy dinner with lobster, or simply a small but still satisfying portion for brunch, anything goes, as long as it is a good Mac & Cheese.

Here are our picks for the 9 best Mac & Cheese Dishes in Singapore. And please share your favourites with us. Mac & Cheese lovers unite!

#1 BEDROCK BAR & GRILL

Bedrock Bar & Grill’s rendition of Mac & Cheese is served as a side dish to their lunch mains. We had to give props to this delicious bowl of goodness, rich in all its cheesy glory. Longer strands of macaroni are used instead of the typical, smaller version. And yes, they make the best accompaniment to your steak.

96 Somerset Road
#01-05 Pan Pacific Serviced Suites
Singapore 238163
Tel: +65 6238 0054
Daily: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 12am
Nearest Station: Somerset

#2 CHIR CHIR

You are not the only one. We, too, were surprised that a Korean Fried Chicken restaurant serves up a great Mac & Cheese (S$9.90). The heavenly taste of this creamy Mac & Cheese, topped with cheddar and other cheeses, had us sold. You might find it boring just having the chicken here, so why not dig into something tasty like this?

313 Orchard Road
#B3-04/05/06 313 Somerset
Singapore 238895
Tel: +65 6509 8364
Mon to Thu, Sun: 10am – 10pm
Fri & Sat: 10am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

#3 KENNY ROGERS ROASTERS

Kenny Rogers has been around for as long as we can remember, and many of us have very fond memories of growing up with their Mac & Cheese (served as a hot side). You can get a small serving of this at S$4, on its own at S$8 in a large bowl. Either way, you will love these gratifying shells that are filled with the creamiest cheeses.

Great World City
1 Kim Seng Promenade
#01-06/20
Singapore 237994
Tel: +65 6734 9492
Mon to Fri, Sun: 11.30am – 9.30pm
Sat: 11.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Outram Park

#4 LITTLE DINER

The Version 2.0 Baked Mac & Cheese Royale (S$20.50) is what we can only describe as a cheese lover’s wildest dreams. Baked with enoki and shimeiji mushrooms and black truffles, this is easily our all-time favourite in Singapore. If there was only one dish from Little Diner to live on, this will be it.

789 Bukit Timah Road
Singapore 269763
Tel: +65 6466 4088
Tue to Fri: 11.30am – 3pm, 6pm – 10pm
Sat & Sun: 11am – 3pm, 6pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Holland Village/Botanic Gardens

#5 NINETHIRTY BY AWFULLY CHOCOLATE

Believe us when we say that we always get excited when we see Mac & Cheese (S$18) on the menu. Using Rigatoni pasta instead of the typical elbow macaroni, the pasta feels more substantial with every bite. We also liked that they did not go crazy with changing it up, keeping the classic cheesy flavours.

131 East Coast Rd
Singapore 428816
Tel: +65 6345 2190
Mon to Thu: 12pm – 11pm
Fri: 12pm – 1am
Sat: 9.30am – 1am
Sun: 9.30am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Dakota

#6 PARK @ HOLLAND VILLAGE

For S$13.80, we got a substantial portion of Park’s Truffle Mac & Cheese (S$13.80). The aroma of truffle oil is evident and from what we observed, this is one of the most popular dishes among diners here. The top layer was beautifully crisp, and the cheese was baked till it stretches when you tug on the macaroni.

Park is also listed in our Holland Village Food Guide.

281 Holland Rd
Singapore 278621
Tel: 9721 3815
Tue to Thu, Sun: 11am – 12am
Fri & Sat: 11am – 2am
(Closed on Mondays)
Nearest Station: Holland Village

#7 THE DISGRUNTLED CHEF

The Macaroni & Cheese (S$29) at The Disgruntled Chef is a tad bit on the expensive side but we loved how every bite was extremely flavourful.

Inside this beauty is a generous amount of black truffle and crayfish amidst the macaroni, and the amount of cheddar used was just right, making every mouthful better than the other without feeling too sick from the creaminess.

26B Dempsey Rd
Singapore 247693
Tel: +65 6476 5305
Tue to Thu, Sun: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 11.30pm
(Closed on Mondays)
Nearest Station: Orchard

#8 THE WHITE RABBIT

The Truffle Mac & Cheese with Mushrooms (S$16) is a good benchmark for all Mac & Cheeses in Singapore. For so long now, we have been fans. The truffle aroma did not overpower the rich cheeses and everything came together perfectly. Thumbs up to the delicious shrooms added too.

39C Harding Road
Singapore 249541
Tel: +65 6473 9965
Tue to Fri: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Sat & Sun: 10.30am – 3pm, 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

#9 WHISK & PADDLE

The Mac & Cheese (S$12) at Whisk & Paddle is one of the most photogenic dishes at the cafe for sure. But don’t be swayed by just the good looks of this dish, because it tastes as good as it looks. The added slices of ham balanced out the cheesiness of this dish, giving it a more diversified taste. One of our go-to affordable Mac & Cheese dishes for sure!

Whisk & Paddle is also listed in our guide on where to eat in Punggol.

10 Tebing Lane
Singapore 828836
Tel: +65 6242 4617
Tue to Fri: 3.30pm – 10.30pm
Fri & Sat: 9.30am – 10.30pm
(Closed on Mondays)
Nearest Station: Riveria (Punggol LRT)

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.