Popular brunch & dessert cafe, Lola’s Cafe is opening a second outlet in Holland Village and the official opening date is set on 20 July 2022.

Known for its brunch fare and desserts, Lola’s Cafe started as a neighbourhood cafe in the Kovan neighbourhood and it remains a go-to brunch spot for residents in the vicinity.

Lola’s Cafe Holland Village will be taking over the unit at 48 Lorong Mambong.

Holland Village and Chip Bee Gardens have no lack of coffee shops and cafes and some of the other options in the enclave Craftsmen Specialty Coffee, Kyushu Pancake Cafe, Two Men Bagel House, Tiong Bahru Bakery, %Arabica Coffee, Baker & Cook, Sunday Folks and Keong Saik Bakery.

The new outlet at Holland Village has a similar menu of brunch, pasta, coffee and desserts. You can find the crowd-favourite dishes such as Crab Cake Benedict, Miso Salmon Grain Bowl, and Tuscan Seafood Stew.

Photos credit: Lola’s Cafe

And not forgetting their Lemon Meringue Tart, Lola’s Chocolate Cake and Lychee Rosewater Cake for desserts.

Lola’s Cafe Holland Village
48 Lor Mambong
Singapore 277699
Tue – Sun: 9am – 9.30pm

Established in 2021, Takeshi-San rose to fame in Singapore’s dining scene with its iconic Sushi Kaidan staircase, modern sushi rolls and an extensive selection of Japanese dishes at reasonable prices.

Into its second year, Takeshi-San has expanded its menu to introduce Izakaya-style sharing dishes that are perfect to go with drinks. The beer lovers will love the Kirin Beer Garden, too!

From 1 to 30 July 2022 (Monday to Thursday), flash the post on ladyironchef to the friendly staff at Takeshi-San to enjoy their Seafood Platter/Yakimono Platter at S$48 (UP $68).

Here are the dishes that you must order when you are dining at Takeshi-San.

Located at the buzzing Lorong Mambong in Holland Village, Takeshi-San is a cosy and casual sushi bar/izakaya where you can have a good Japanese meal and drinks without breaking the bank.

From modern sushi rolls, to chirashi don, seafood sashimi platters, and yakitori, Takeshi-San offers a wide array of dishes for everyone and there is always something new to look forward to. Be it for sharing or solo dining, you’d be able to find something to your liking from its menu, we’re very sure of this.

Don’t miss out on Takeshi-San’s innovative take on modern sushi rolls. The signature rolls include the Ebi Tempura with cream cheese and baked eel, Salmon Aburi Mentai roll, as well as the Mexican Roll which features panko shrimp, cream cheese and boiled shrimp.

Pssst. The snobs won’t like these but we were so addicted to the Mexican Roll! The flavours went so well together, and the panko made everything even better.

Another highlight is the incredibly value-for-money Seafood Platter (S$68) which comes with half a dozen freshly-shucked jumbo oysters, salmon, salmon belly, scallops and tuna sashimi.

Yes, you read that right. This giant platter of goodness for only S$68. Scroll up and read the inclusion again; we guarantee it’ll make you want to go to Takeshi-San pronto.

The carnivores can go for the Wagyu & Yakitori Platter (S$48) which includes wagyu slices, chicken yakitori, Saikoro steak, with salad and fries on the side. Best enjoyed with Kirin Frozen Beer, you guys.

If you are having drinks at Takeshi-San with your friends after dinner, go for the Party Platter (S$48)!

We love fried food and we cannot lie. From Tori Karaage, to Ehire, Kawa Ebi, Fried Salmon Skin and French Fries, the Party Platter has a bit of all our favourite fried food.

We are always on the lookout for awesome Happy Hour promotions in Singapore and we are thrilled to report that Takeshi-San has really attractive Happy Hour deals which are available from 11.30am to 8pm daily. Look forward to S$8 wines, S$10 sake and full pint Kirin beers.

Takeshi-San has recently been announced as the first Kirin Beer Garden in Singapore, offering the beloved and sought-after Kirin Frozen Beer and Beer Cocktails.

The next time you are looking for a watering hole in Holland Village to have a great time with your squad, check out Takeshi-San for its modern Japanese dishes, value-for-money platters and affordable drinks.

Yakimono Platter S$48 (U.P. S$68)

1. Surume Ika grilled with Kosher Salt
2. Wagyu Saikoro Steak
3 Tori Yaki
4. Chicken Ball Skewers
5. Mid-Wing Skewers
6. Mini Scallops Skewers
7. Japanese Green Peppers Skewers
8. Black Mushroom Skewers

From 1 to 30 July 2022 (Monday to Thursday), flash the post on ladyironchef to the friendly staff at Takeshi-San to enjoy their Seafood Platter/Yakimono Platter at S$48 (UP $68).

T&C
1. Not valid on Public Holidays or eve of Public Holidays
2. Valid from 1 July 2022 to 30 July 2022
3. Not valid with other vouchers or promotions
4. Special price is limited to one platter per table

Takeshi-San
38 Lor Mambong
Singapore 277694

This post was brought to you by Takeshi-San.

Popular Korean BBQ restaurant, Wang Dae Bak has opened a new outlet in Holland Village. Located at level 2 of Holland Piazza, Wang Dae Bak Grill is the restaurant’s first outlet out of the central business district. They have three other outlets at Amoy Street and Cross Street.

For a quick and casual lunch, Wang Dae Bak Grill offers several set lunches starting from S$15. Options include Grilled Saba Set, Spicy Pork Belly with Vegetables Set and Pork Katsu Set.

We do recommend going for a good mixture of marinated and non-marinated meats to get a taste of their best offerings. If you cannot decide on the meats to get, go for their meat sets which come with a variety of meats. The KBBQ Prime Set (S$98) consists of US Prime Ribeye, Marinated Bone-in Prime Ribs, and Pork Tomohawk.

You can also get Wang Dae Bak’s signature dishes such as Spicy Pork Ribs Soup, Spicy Tofu Soup, Kimchi Stew with Pork Belly, Half Half Pancake.

Wang Dae Bak Grill
Holland Piazza #02-01, Singapore 277725

2am:dessertbar By Chef Janice Wong is launching a new Cakes of Versailles High Tea which is inspired by the feature film Ottolenghi and the Cakes of Versailles.

The cakes of Versailles high tea menu will be available on weekends (2pm & 4.30pm) only at 2am:dessertbar from 3 Oct through to 1 Nov 2020, with limited sets available each day.

Chef Janice Wong is collaborating with chefs from the film, Sam Bompas & Harry Parr and Dinara Kasko, as well as local chef, Mohamed Al-Matin (Le Matin) who have all created exclusive items for the menu offering. In short, you can look forward to amazing sweet treats by some of the most talented chefs.

Photos credit: 2am:dessertbar

2am:dessertbar’s Cakes of Versailles High Tea Set for 2 (S$45++/pax) includes the following:

• Strawberry Champagne Cake Slice *In collaboration with Dinara Kasko x1
• Prosecco Raspberry Jelly In collaboration with Bompas & Parr x2
• Pistachio Rose escargot pastry x1
• Plum Galette x1
• Laminated Chocolate Brioche with walnut and sticky date x1
• Canele x1
• Chestnut Quince Lemon Cake x2 As featured in the film
• Chocolate Bon Bons x2 each (Praline poprocks, Lemon Thyme, Salted Caramel)
• Orange Madeleines x2
• Praline Financiers x2
• Foie Gras Eclair x2
• Sandwiches x2
• Choice of Janice Wong Signature Tea or Coffee

2am:dessertbar
21A Lor Liput, Singapore 277733

We are sure that all of you are familiar with Holland Village, a dining destination in Singapore for people to gather over good food and drinks. While the area definitely has plenty of fantastic food options for you to consider, it tends to get crowded at times.

If you are seeking a quieter, more intimate dining experience, hop on over to Chip Bee Gardens which is just across the road from Holland Village. The long stretch is filled with charming eateries that are perfect for a meal with a friend or partner.

From the famous % Arabica coffee chain from Japan to popular ice cream shop The Daily Scoop, here are 8 food places at Chip Bee Gardens you need to check out.

% ARABICA CHIP BEE GARDENS 

Coffee lovers in Singapore got really excited when popular Japanese coffee chain % Arabica came to Singapore in 2019. Now, aside from having a store at Arab Street and 313@Somerset, they also have an outlet at Chip Bee Gardens.

While % Arabica is known for its stellar cups of coffee, the brand’s venture at Chip Bee Gardens has introduced a food section to their menu so you can enjoy some scrumptious grub that pairs perfectly with their fragrant cups of coffee. This is also the only % Arabica outlet in the world to have a food menu.

44 Jalan Merah Saga, #01-58
Singapore 278116
Tel: +65 6261 4516
Sun to Thu: 8am – 6pm
Fri & Sat: 8am – 8pm
Nearest Station: Holland Village

BAKER & COOK 

Helmed by reputable baker Dean Brettschneider who has over 20 years of culinary experiences, the artisanal bakery is a popular spot to chill with a friend over some fantastic food and drinks.

From homemade cakes and pastries to hearty meals, Baker & Cook is your one-stop destination for superb breakfast and brunch items. There is also an extensive list of fine wines and Allpress Espresso to choose from.

44 Jalan Merah Saga, #01-56
Chip Bee Gardens
Singapore 278116
Tel: +65 6472 0998
Daily: 7.30am – 8pm
Nearest Station: Holland Village

DA PAOLO PIZZA BAR 

Casual Italian restaurant Bistro Da Paolo Pizza Bar at Chip Bee Gardens Singapore is a family-run business that has been consistently pushing out authentic, gourmet Italian fare which includes the likes of pasta, pizzas, salads and sandwiches. These are all freshly prepared by professionals and those with a sweet tooth should not miss out on their signature tiramisu.

44 Jalan Merah Saga
#01-46, Chip Bee Gardens
Singapore 278116
Tel: +65 6479 6059
Tue to Fri: 12pm – 2.30pm, 5.30pm – 10.30pm
Sat & Sun: 11am – 10.30pm
(Closed on Mondays)
Nearest Station: Holland Village

KEONG SAIK BAKERY

Known for its amazing array of modern pastries and cakes with local flavours, Keong Saik Bakery has opened its second outlet at Chip Bee Gardens, next to RedMan Gourmand at the end of Jalan Merah Saga.

44 Jln Merah Saga, #01-42
Singapore 278116

MADRINAA ITALIANO 

Since 2007, Madrinaa Italiano at Chip Bee Gardens Singapore has been dishing out delicious Italian dishes. The bulk of their dishes are made with homemade ingredients such as fresh dough, pasta sauces and olive oil so you are ensured of fantastic quality Italian dishes that hit all the right spots.

Some food you can look forward to includes their signature tomato-based thin-crust pizza, calamari rings and truffle pasta.

44 Jalan Merah Saga
#01-60, Chip Bee Gardens
Singapore 278116
Tel: +65 6474 7342
Daily: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 5.30pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Holland Village

ORIGINAL SIN 

One of the oldest restaurants at Chip Bee Gardens, Original Sin takes pride in their comforting vegetarian Mediterranean gourmet food which they’ve been dishing out since 1997. Named after the famous fresco painted in the Sistine Chapel, the restaurant’s name represents the passion, creativity and skill used in creating all their unique and flavourful dishes.

Aside from an air-conditioned dining area, they also have an al fresco terrace that is a splendid spot to wind down at after a long day.

43 Jalan Merah Saga
#01-62, Chip Bee Gardens
Singapore 278115
Tel: +65 6475 5605
Daily: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Holland Village

SUNDAY FOLKS 

Sweet tooths would definitely have heard of local dessert cafe Sunday Folks, the sister cafe of Creamier and might we say one of the best success stories to come from an ice cream cafe here in Singapore.

After a long time since their opening, they are still seeing massive crowds even on non-peak hours at their Chip Bee Gardens outlet. Their soft-serve here is pretty much one of our favourites ever and you have to try it with their fragrant Belgian waffles.

44 Jalan Merah Saga
#01-52, Chip Bee Gardens
Singapore 278116
Mon: Closed
Tue to Sun: 1pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Holland Village

TIONG BAHRU BAKERY 

The popular establishment has outlets all across Singapore, and one of them is at Chip Bee Gardens Singapore. The renowned bakery is popular for its excellent pastries and bread as well as savoury mains and desserts.

The Tiong Bahru Bakery outlet at Chip Bee Gardens has a spacious and tastefully designed interior that will make you feel at home. If you want to enjoy a little breeze, you can also opt to enjoy your bakes at their al fresco area.

43 Jalan Merah Saga
Singapore 278115
Tel: +65 6877 4868
Daily: 8am – 7pm
Nearest Station: Holland Village

THE DAILY SCOOP 

The Daily Scoop is an ice cream parlour that sells an extensive variety of ice cream flavours. As one of the pioneers of artisanal ice cream in Singapore, The Daily Scoop has multiple outlets islandwide, but one of our favourite outlets to get our ice cream fix from would be at Chip Bee Gardens.

Each batch of their ice cream is churned and made daily in-house with local fresh ingredients, guaranteeing superior quality that is unlike other mass-produced desserts. From the exotic Mao Shan Wang durian to Nutty Macadamia, The Daily Scoop rotates flavours on a weekly basis so that customers will never get sick and tired of the same old creations.

70 Jalan Merah Saga, 80,
Singapore 278129
Tel: +65 6475 3128
Mon to Thu: 11am – 10pm
Fri to Sat: 11am – 10:30pm
Sun: 2pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Holland Village