Matcha might be a passing trend to some but die-hard enthusiasts of Matcha will prove you wrong, especially when specialised Matcha cafes such as Maccha House are still garnering a steady crowd on a daily basis.

Besides bursting with health benefits, Matcha also tastes unbelievably good and acts as a flavour enhancement to both sweet and savoury dishes. Maccha House serves an array of Japanese-style savoury mains (think udon and rice bowls), but we say skip the mains, and dive right for their amazing desserts.

Matcha drinks are also really popular here and we can see why. Their matcha latte is one of our favourites and one that we always return for.

The Matcha Tiramisu (S$6) was served in a wooden box and comes with a miniature cup of tea on the side. One thing to note about the price point here is that everything is relatively inexpensive. We liked that the tiramisu was not too sweet but the taste of Matcha was still distinct.

Another dessert worth mentioning is the Matcha Chocolate Parfait (S$10), which is good to share for two. The star of the show was the rich and thick Matcha ice cream that had an intense taste of the fabulous Japanese green tea powder. The azuki and cornflakes added a textural diversity and complemented the concentrated Matcha flavours really well.

We would definitely return back to Maccha House for their sweet treats, or to stop by just to get some matcha ice cream on cone. Or maybe just a simple cup of their Matcha latte.

Maccha House
181 Orchard Road
#B1-40 Orchard Central
Singapore 238896
Tel: +65 +65 6636 5830
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

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.

Packed to the brim with antioxidants, matcha green tea can benefit you in countless of ways. Green tea can come in many forms, but to get the full benefits of the green tea, drink it freshly brewed from tea leaves.

Green tea is great at any time of the day. In the morning, it is a refreshing boost to start off your day and in the afternoon or evening, it can be a nice perk-me-up.

Here are 5 reasons why drinking matcha green tea regularly is good for you.

#1 IMPROVE COGNITIVE FUNCTIONS

Caffeine is one of the main components of any tea. While some might argue that too much caffeine is bad for you, caffeine in moderation can actually help with brain function. Caffeine increases the firing of neurons and the concentration of neurotransmitters to provide better functioning of your brain cells, memory, reaction time and your mood. Caffeine is essentially a stimulant that can improve both your physical and mental activities of the day.

#2 INCREASES METABOLISM

Many studies have shown that drinking matcha on a regular basis can reduce body fat. While it might not be true for all body types, we do know that green tea does increase your metabolism and possibly and eventually, aid in weight loss. Other studies have also shown that green tea is most effective in decreasing abdominal fat in the long run.

#3 LOWERS RISKS OF CANCER

Green tea is a powerful antioxidant and that is extremely beneficial to your body. Some studies have shown that people who drink green tea regularly have a significantly lower chance of being diagnosed with cancer. A good point to note is to skip milk in your tea as milk can reduce the natural antioxidants swimming around in your warm cup of green tea.

#4 IMPROVES DENTAL HEALTH

Dental health? Yes, studies have shown that matcha contains catechins that can kill off the bacteria in your mouth. It can also inhibit viruses and hence, possibly reducing the risk of infections. Also, since green tea is extremely fragrant, it can combat bad breath.

#5 REDUCES CHOLESTEROL

Having high blood cholesterol can put you in the risk of many potential health issues. By drinking green tea, you can decrease the bad cholesterol in your blood, thus increasing the amount of good cholesterol instead. Green tea improves your overall health if you consume it regularly in moderation.

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.

A good matcha latte is a definite staple drink for all matcha lovers. Matcha has been made popular in Singapore ever since the food community in Singapore adopted a love for Japanese cuisine, and more and more restaurants, eateries and dessert cafes have implemented the use of this healthy ingredient into the food they serve.

Matcha has been incorporated into almost every food type imaginable. Matcha noodles, matcha ice cream, matcha cheese cake and even matcha waffles. But despite the many options out there, sometimes all we need is a good ‘ol matcha latte.

Where do you get the best matcha lattes in Singapore? Read on to find out the Top 7 Matcha Lattes in Singapore.

#1 HOSHINO COFFEE

This popular French-Japanese cafe from Japan is in Singapore with three swanky outlets, and we cannot love their matcha latte enough. True to its Japanese roots, Hoshino Coffee serves one of the best Matcha Latte (S$9) in town. It may sound expensive, but we would gladly pay for the premium quality and to catch up with our friends in the relaxing environment.

13, Stamford Road, #B2-55, Capitol Piazza
Singapore 178905
Daily: 10.30am – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: City Hall

#2 MACCHA HOUSE

Maccha House is a specialised matcha cafe/restaurant, serving their signature matcha drinks and desserts, alongside hot and savoury mains such as ramen noodles. The Hot Matcha Latte (S$3.80) is a true delight indeed. There are different variations such as Iced Matcha Latte with Azuki and Shiratama (S$6.40), and Matcha Chocolate Latte (S$5.40).

This beautiful cup contains none of the fake powdery ones used in cheap bottled drinks. Definitely one of our favourites.

#B1-40, Orchard Central
181 Orchard Road
Singapore 238896
Tel: +65 6636 5830
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

#3 NANA’S GREEN TEA

Voted the best Japanese cafe once, Nana’s Green Tea does not disappoint. Their Matcha Latte is, without a doubt, a must-try. Although Nana’s also offers savoury mains, we say skip it and dive right for their matcha items – ice cream, desserts and drinks.

The Atrium @ Orchard
Plaza Singapura 60B, #03-80/82
Singapore 238891
Tel: +65 6684 4312
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Dhoby Gaut

#4 PIES & COFFEE

You might be wondering why Pies & Coffee since they specialise primarily in pies and well, coffee. But we have to admit that the matcha latte here is pleasant Soothe your throat with a strong (but not too strong) and distinct matcha taste; this is the perfect drink to consume after wolfing down their delicious array of pies.

35 Rochester Drive
#01-02, Rochester Mall
Singapore 138639
Tel: +65 6570 0080
Daily: 9am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Buona Vista

#5 SAINT MARC CAFE

You can get a more-than-decent cup of Matcha Latte at Saint Marc Cafe for only S$5. A perfect combination is to pair this up with their ever-popular chocolate croissants or as they name it, ChocoCro. While this matcha latte is not the richest or most intense on the list, we love the fact that it goes down smoothly and is easy to drink.

And if you have the Entertainer App – one of the best dining apps in Singapore – you can enjoy a 1-for-1 deal on the Matcha Latte.

6 Raffles Blvd, Marina Square
Singapore 039594
Tel: +65 6338 8606
Daily: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Promenade

#6 THE ASSEMBLY GROUND

As huge fans of matcha lattes, we were happy to find out that The Assembly Ground serves a really good cuppa. The Matcha Latte (S$5.50) is nice and smooth and we were surprised to know that they serve one so good that we would definitely make a return trip for. Not to mention that The Assembly Ground is the perfect place to kick back with a warm cup of drink.

#01-21 The Cathay
2 Handy Road
Singapore 229233
Tel: +65 67333375
Mon to Fri: 11am – 10pm
Sat & Sun: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Dhoby Ghaut

#7 TSUJIRI

Tsujiri is an institution known for its Japanese tea and matcha desserts in Kyoto. As you can only take away drinks here, we highly recommend just going for the classic Matcha Latte (S$5.60). The matcha flavours are crazy intense but so good at the same time. Die-hard matcha fans will definitely fall in love with it right away.

313 Orchard Road
#B3-53 313 Somerset
Singapore 238895
Daily: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Somserset