Cafe Gyoen is a new Japanese-themed cafe in Serangoon Gardens with a train decor. Taking over the space vacated by Isshin Machi, Cafe Gyoen will transport you to the Tokyo metro stations and train cabins!

Opened by the same owners behind Yamato Izakaya in Tai Seng, Cafe Gyoen has transformed their toilets into a Tokyo metro cabin-inspired backdrop and it has gone viral online.

But other than that, the interior of the cafe is pretty bare and looks like an ordinary cafe.

Cafe Gyoen serves all-day Teishoku (which means set menu in Japanese), donburi, curry rice and small Japanese bites.

Apart from coffee, you can also get an array of Japanese beverages including Matcha Latte, Black Sesame Latte and matcha Yuzu spritz.

We ordered several dishes and all of them were simple, hearty and delicious. They are something that we can eat on a regular basis.

Each Teishoku set comes with tamagoyaki, cold marinated scallops, onigiri, miso soup and pickles.

Our top picks include the Hokkaido Pork Teishoku, Katsu Pork Teishoku and Tori Teriyaki Donburi.

Cafe Gyoen is a good reason for you to make a trip to Serangoon Garden neighbourhood for brunch the next weekend.

Cafe Gyoen
55 Serangoon Garden Way,
Garden Estate, Singapore 555951
Daily: 9am – 9pm

Good news for fans of GRUB Burger Bistro who are residents in the Bishan and Ang Mo Kio neighbourhoods, the casual neighbourhood eatery is reopening in Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park after closing its previous location back in Jan 2022.

It will be opening at a new pasta kitchen next to all-day dining restaurant, Canopy and it is taking over the former space vacated by ToriYard.

The casual bistro was previously at Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park for 9 years before being forced to move out as the lease was not renewed.

GRUB is a Mod-sin bistro which specialises in Western dishes with a creative local twist. Their bestselling dishes include Har Cheong Gai Fried Chicken Waffles, Truffle Angus Cheeseburger, and Basque Burnt Cheesecake.

At the new GRUB Pasta Kitchen, you can look forward to freshly-made pasta paired with lovely wines.

You can also find GRUB Burger Bistro at their outlets at Junction 8 and Novotel @ Stevens.

GRUB Burger Bistro
Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park
1380 Ang Mo Kio Ave 1, 569930

Known for its coffee and amazing cream puffs, Baristart Coffee Singapore will be opening a new outlet in the heart of Singapore’s bustling shopping district, situated within Wisma Atria on 15 Sep 2023.

Uncover this coffee sanctuary nestled on the fourth floor within the OCBC Wisma Atria branch which is a huge lifestyle and banking branch spanning over 20,000 sq ft with various lifestyle concepts, retail spaces and even a hidden omakase restaurant.

At Baristart Coffee’s new location, customers can indulge in the well-loved classics that have garnered a strong following among their loyal supports.

These include their captivating selection of sandos, such as the Tonkatsu with tender Hokkaido pork loin, along with the much-loved flavorful Wafu Pasta.

Additionally, the menu encompasses an array of coffee and dessert choices, highlighted by the indulgent BIEI Jersey Milk sourced from Hokkaido. This features their assortment of delectable Sweet Jar Custard Cream Puddings, Cream Puffs, and the signature velvety Softcream ice creams with a milky essence.

Certainly modest in appearance yet filled with a burst of rich custard made from Hokkaido BIEI Jersey Milk, Baristart Coffee’s delightful giant cream puffs are immensely popular and they are easily the best cream puffs you can get in Singapore.

Baristart Coffee Singapore
OCBC Wisma Atria branch
435 Orchard Rd, #04-01, Singapore 238877

Popular French bakery, The Lunar Rabbit Boulangerie is opening a new cafe in Tanjong Katong to serve the residents in the East of Singapore.

Known for its rich cultural heritage, diverse community, and a thriving food scene with popular food spots including Supernova, Little Rogue Coffee, Punggol Nasi Lemak, Tanjong Katong is a charming neighborhood on the eastern side of Singapore.

The Lunar Rabbit Boulangerie is the latest addition to the enclave and it is located at 350 Tanjong Katong Road, along the same stretch as Little Rogue Coffee. It will be soft opening to the public on 22 Jul 2023 at 11am.

Established at 16 Hamilton Road in May 2022, The Lunar Rabbit Boulangerie just celebrated her first anniversary not long ago.

Unlike their original location which is just a takeaway space, the new outlet in Tanjong Katong will be a full-fledged cafe with a capacity of 40 pax and it will be offering hot dishes, drinks, pastries and desserts.

Specialising in viennoiserie—the ‘bridge’ between pâtisserie and French bread—The Lunar Rabbit Boulangerie dishes out amazing bakes fresh from the oven every day.

The Lunar Rabbit Boulangerie’s Classic French Croissant is excellent. It is light and airy on the inside and crispy on the outside. Definitely one of the best croissants we’ve had in Singapore. We also love their Almond Croissant and Kouign-amann.

The Lunar, a crescent-shaped croissant, is The Lunar Rabbit Boulangerie’s iconic pastry and a must-try when you are here. Filled with Masarpone mousse and chocolate ganache made of Valrhona Manjari Dark 64% Cocoa, The Lunar tastes as good as it looks.

The little ones will definitely love the Bunny Madeline (S$5) which comes in the form of a cute bunny.

Salt bread is all the rage in Japan and South Korea right now and we are thrilled to see it here. Topped with truffle salt, the Lunar Rabbit Boulangerie’s rendition is as soft as it should be, and it comes with a generous helping of truffle paste and butter.

On to the hot dishes that you can find at The Lunar Rabbit Boulangerie. The Croissant with Turkey Ham and Scrambled Eggs (S$16.80) was disappointing as the scrambled eggs were overcooked, but we would definitely recommend the Croque Madame (S$13.80) which came with a cube pastry as the base for this dish.

The hot dishes include a regular hot drink.

An exclusive item to the new outlet, the Croissant Ice Cream is definitely one for the gram and perfect for the hot weather.

If you love cinnamon buns, you have to get your hands on these beauties.

The Lunar Rabbit Boulangerie
350 Tanjong Katong Road
Singapore 437116
Operational hours: 8.30am – 5pm

Popular Sando Cafe Hello Arigato has officially opened a new outlet in Everton Park neighbourhood which is known for its charming and laid-back atmosphere.

The neighbourhood is home to several specialty coffee shops and cafes—including Nylon Coffee Roasters, Glass Roasters, Folks & Stories, Dearborn Granola, Gelatolabo—which draw in both locals and tourists.

The new Hello Arigato Everton Outlet will feature a bakery alongside their kitchen. Other than their popular Sando, you will also get to enjoy an array of freshly baked goods along ma range of artisanal drinks including coffee and matcha in the morning.

Exclusive to the Everton location is their first ever Arigato Donut Bar where they will be introducing some freshly made sweet and savoury Japanese milk donuts.

Expect flavours including Classic Milk, Matcha, Kaya Butter, Donutella, and Ondeh Ondeh, as well as new savory options like Ham & Cheese Bomb and J Curry.

During lunch service, Hello Arigato will continue to serve our classic Sandos made with Shokupan bread from their bakery.

Regulars will be familiar with the crowd favourites such as their Tamago and Gyu Sando. You can also look forward to outlet-exclusive dishes including Kong Bah Sando, Whisky BBQ Katsu Sando, and Salted Egg Yolk Tater Tots.

Hello Arigato Everton Park is located at 4 Everton Park #01-42 right next to Nylon Coffee Roasters.

Hello Arigato
4 Everton Park, #01-42
Singapore 080004

Popular homegrown bakery Elijah Pies is opening its first-ever dining concept with its new cafe at Tanjong Pagar Plaza.

Established in 2014 as a takeaway shop, Elijah Pies is a specialty pie shop that is known for their famous nutella pie as well as an array of gorgeous pies. They opened a baking studio at 803 King George’s Ave in Lavender in 2021.

The new Elijah Pies cafe will be officially opening to the public on 6 May 2023. They will be giving a free box of Mini Pies (S$26.90) for the first 50 customers (who spend a minimum of S$20) on their opening day on 6 May 2023.

The design of Elijah Pies’ new cafe is intended to imitate the cozy ambiance of a residential home and has been thoughtfully created to accommodate 20 guests across 5 sections – the porch, living room, dining table, fireplace and daybed.

The central feature of Elijah Pies’ new location is a 4-meter long island table situated within an open kitchen, where founder-baker Elijah Tan and his team of bakers will serve a thoughtfully selected menu of pies that are crafted by hand and offer comforting and familiar flavors.

The menu will include popular sweet and savoury pies such as the Nutella Pie, Yuzu Meringue Pie , as well as new creations like the Seaweed Chicken Pot Pie and Mac N’ Cheese Pie.

Fans of Elijah Pies will know that they serve some of the best tarts in Singapore and they taste just as good as they look.

Get a table at the counter and catch a glimpse of founder-baker Elijah Tan and his team assembling and preparing the final touches at the open kitchen.

There are three new savoury pies which are available exclusively at the new cafe:

• Mac N’ Cheese Pie (S$12.90)
• Tomato Prawn Bisque Pie (S$14.90)
• Seaweed Chicken Pot Pie (S$13.90)

We had the chance to try all the savoury pies which are generously filled with lots of ingredients and our top picks are the Black Truffle Mash Pie, Mac N’ Cheese Pie and Scallop Chowder Pie. The savoury pies are great as a light snack during lunch for those who are working in the Central Business District.

In addition to the pies, there is also a range of beverages available that have been created using baking methods. These include the Vanilla Pistachio drink that is blended with genuine nut butter, and the Grapefruit Elderflower soda that is infused with locally farmed organic flowers.

You can also grab a cup of coffee to go along with your favourite tarts.

Elijah Pies
7 Tanjong Pagar Plaza
#01-102 Singapore 081007
Tel: +65 9855 9480
Monday to Wednesday: 10am – 6pm
Thursday to Sunday: 10am – 10pm

Established in 1989 by Michael Allpress in Auckland, New Zealand, Allpress Espresso has become a renowned specialty coffee roaster for independent cafés worldwide including Australia, Japan, the United Kingdom, and Singapore.

Allpress Espresso Singapore is opening its first pop-up cafe in Singapore at 73 Duxton Road on 2 May 2023 for 6 months.

To celebrate its opening, Allpress @ 73 Duxton will be having a 1-for-1 promotion for all espresso-based coffees for a week from 9 to 14 May 2023

Allpress Espresso Singapore will be serving its signature drinks such as Espresso (S$5), Long Black (from S$5), Flat White (from S$6) and Latte (from S$6).

It has partnered The Dark Gallery team to curatee a food menu to enhance the coffee experience, which includes delicious savory bagels, pastries, cake, and ice cream.

Photos credit: Allpress Espresso Singapore

Some of the desserts include Coffee Basque Cheesecake (S$8), Vanilla Espresso Cake (S$9), Allpress Dirty Caramel Chips ice cream (from S$6), as well as a vegan-friendly Allpress Cold Brew Sorbet (from S$6).

Fans of Allpress Espresso can also get limited-edition merchandise such as t-shirts and tote bags that are specially-designed for this pop-up, as well as Allpress Espresso’s range of products are also retailed at the shop.

Allpress Expresso Singapore @ 73 Duxton
73 Duxton Rd, Singapore 089532
Tuesday – Sunday: 8am – 5pm

Originating from Kyoto, Kurasu is a popular cafe that serves specialty coffee from selected roasters around Japan and Matcha Latte. It is one destination you have to stop by for a morning pick-me-up.

Kurasu has recently opened Kurasu Orchard Stand at Orchard Building opposite Orchard Cineleisure and Mandarin Gallery. It aims to bring Japanese specialty coffee into the heart of the busiest shopping district in Singapore.

Kurasu Singapore offers the same lineup of coffee in their Kyoto branch with coffee being shipped fresh weekly in an express package.

Starting as a small online store selling homeware in 2013, Kurasu has since expanded their business to include both physical and online stores providing specialty coffee, tea, and Japanese brewing equipment that has been carefully roasted in their Nishijin Roastery.

If caffeine is not your thing, Kurasu Singapore has another signature drink—Matcha Latte, using top-grade matcha powder from Kyoto.

Drop by Kurasu Orchard Stand to try their coffee and Matcha Latte the next time you are in town.

Kurasu Orchard Stand
Grange Road, #01-03, Orchard Building
Singapore 239693
Daily: 9.30am – 5.30pm

Whether you are in the mood for a hearty and comforting meal or a relaxing afternoon tea over yummy dessert and a cup of aromatic coffee, The Marmalade Pantry has lots of options and you are always guaranteed to have a great time here.

Founded in 1999, homegrown bistro The Marmalade Pantry has firmly established itself as one of the best lifestyle restaurants in Singapore.

Good news for the folks staying in the west of Singapore, The Marmalade Pantry is opening a new outlet at Anchorpoint Shopping Centre and it is scheduled to open its doors to customers on 7 May 2023.

The restaurant offers a combination of the classic dishes that The Marmalade Pantry is known for, as well as exclusive menu items that are only available at the new outlet.

Located on the Central Atrium at level 1 of Anchorpoint Shopping Centre in Alexandra neighbourhood, The Marmalade Pantry Anchorpoint has a serene space adorned with elegant forest green decor and complemented by wooden accents and abundant greenery. Guests can choose to gather at the cozy 28-seat indoor café or enjoy the ambiance of the 38-seat outdoor area, which is still within the mall’s premises.

Here are some of the exclusive dishes that you can try at The Marmalade Pantry Anchorpoint for a limited time until 31 August 2023:

Crispy Artichokes with Tangy Lemon Ricotta (S$20++)

An excellent appetiser to begin your meal with, the Crispy Artichokes with Tangy Lemon Ricotta consists of small portions of artichokes coated in polenta and deep-fried to achieve a delightful crunch.

Black Pepper Seafood Spaghetti (S$29++)

From Mac & Cheese, to our favourite Seared Scallop & Prawn and their famous Spicy Crabmeat, The Marmalade Pantry has many awesome pasta options which are mainstays on their menu and you can enjoy them at the new Anchorpoint outlet. These evergreen dishes have been perfected over time and favoured by both regulars and new diners alike.

Singaporeans love black pep per seafood dishes, and we are sure the new Black Pepper Seafood Spaghetti—with tiger prawns and squid tossed with al dente spaghetti in a black pepper sauce—will become a crowd-favourite dish.

Duck Ragu Pappardelle (S$30++)

Another pasta dish which is great for sharing or as standalone meal, the Duck Ragu Pappardelle features thick pappardelle ribbons generously coated with succulent balsamic glazed duck that is sure to tantalize the taste buds.

Pork Cheek and Carrot Puree (S$28++)

Don’t miss out on the mouth-watering braised pork cheeks, paired with smoky charred roasted cabbage, and a tamarind and ginger carrot puree, that are sure to satisfy your taste buds.

Honeycomb Poached Pear (S$16++)

The Marmalade Pantry has taken a classic poached pear dessert to the next level by delicately poaching it in a fragrant ginger flower syrup. The tender and succulent pear is then combined with smooth whipped mascarpone and honeycomb.

To celebrate the opening of the new outlet, The Marmalade Pantry has curated a line-up of exclusive promotions to enjoy by paying with Mastercard®.

From 7 to 31 May 2023 (excluding 13 & 14 May), make the most of a 1-for-1 offer on the Floral Bliss Afternoon Tea Set (S$78++ for two persons). Do note that 24-hour advance reservation is required and it is only valid for groups of 4 persons.

From 7 May to 6 Aug 2023, spend a minimum of S$50* to take home TMP Scones & Jam gift set, featuring the newly launched House-made Berry Blossom and Ginger Yuzu Marmalade in a bundle with four scones. *TMP Scones & Jam gift set is limited to the first 500 customers who pay with Mastercard®.

Anchorpoint (New Outlet)
Level One (Central Atrium), Anchorpoint Shopping Centre
370 Alexandra Road, Singapore 159953
Opening hours: 11.00am – 10.00pm

This post was brought to you by The Marmalade Pantry.

Popular bakery cafe, Keong Saik Bakery is relocating its flagship cafe from Keong Saik Road to 70 Bendemeer Road in mid-May 2023.

Presenting local favourites with a modern twist, Keong Saik Bakery is a popular cafe to visit for breakfast or tea. Think crusty croissants, fluffy and dainty cakes and a warm, comforting cup of coffee or tea; there could be no better way to brighten your day.

Keong Saik Bakery has been at their current location along Keong Saik Road during the last 6 years and they will be moving to the new location within Luzerne building in Bendemeer.

From the classic French Butter Croissants, to pastries, cruffins, burnt cheesecakes and its crowd-pleaser Sor Hei pastry, you can certainly find something that suits your taste bud.

You can also find Keong Saik Bakery at their second outlet along the charming Chip Bee Gardens enclave.

Keong Saik Road
70 Bendemeer Road #01-03

Established in May 2012 on Eng Hoon Street in the Tiong Bahru neighbourhood, Tiong Bahru Bakery has just opened a new outlet in the charming Joo Chiat enclave along Crane Road.

Opened by the Spa Esprit Group which is behind other F&B concepts including Forty Hands, Common Man Coffee Roasters, boCHINche, and Noka, Tiong Bahru Bakery is one of the most popular bakeries in Singapore which is known for its croissants, kouign amann, and coffee.

Known for their authentic artisanal French pastries and desserts, Tiong Bahru Bakery will be offering not only its signature viennoiseries and freshly-brewed coffees at the newest outlet but you can also look forward to the Croffles—in both sweet and savoury forms—that first launched at Tiong Bahru Waterway Point.

Photo credit: TBB

The new cafe has a seating capacity of 58 seats and it will surely be a welcome addition to the Joo Chiat neighbourhood.

It is located at 7 Crane Road, just around the corner from British Hainan.

Tiong Bahru Bakery Crane Road
7 Crane Road, Singapore 429356
Daily from 7.30am to 8pm

Opened by the team behind The Brewing Ground in Joo Chiat, RIANG is a new casual dining concept along Jalan Riang, in the Serangoon neighbourhood which doles out brunch, larger mains, coffee and cocktails. It officially opens to the public today (2 Nov 2022).

RIANG is taking over the space by the former Babba (which is also by The Brewing Ground). This came as as a surprise as the now-defunct Peranankan cafe & restaurant only opened in late Feb this year, and it seems too soon to forgot a new concept like that.

Well, maybe the Peranankan concept didn’t work out and the owners have more exciting plans for RIANG.

From brunch classics, larger mains and all-day desserts, RIANG’s extensive menu has something for everyone.

You can come here for brunch and coffee in the day and communal-style sharing plates with cocktails in the evening.

Some of RIANG’s signatures include the Ultimate Breakfast Burger (S$20), Homemade Quiche (S$10) and Crab Mayo Croissant (S$18) from the brunch menu, and the Hot-Fried Chicken Burger (S$17) and Potato & Leek Croquette Burger (S$16) in the lunch menu.

Another thing to look forward to is RIANG’s all-day dessert menu, which features plated desserts by the in-house pastry team.

Photos credit: RIANG

RIANG
15-9 Jalan Riang
Singapore 358987
Mondays to Fridays: 9 am to 9.30 pm
Saturdays to Sundays: 8 am to 9.30 pm

Read our guide to cafes in Serangoon neighbourhood.

Good Chai People is a new Chai cafe specialising in handmade artisanal sticky chai and they will be opening at East Coast Road on 24 Sep 2022.

Located along 225 East Coast Road—the same stretch where you can find other popular cafes in the east of Singapore including Neptune, Project Acai, Brawn & Brains, and Plain Vanilla—Good Chai People

You can enjoy their Homemade Sticky Chai Latte—brewed with oat milk and coconut sugar—along their freshly-baked pastries, and pairs well with brunch fare and mains.

Photos credit: Good Chai People

Are you excited for the newest addition to the cafe scene in the east of Singapore for your chai fix?

Good Chai People
225 East Coast Road
Singapore 428922
Daily: 8am – 10pm

Bread & Butter by XY started out as a home-based bakery in 2020 and it has officially opened a new pink bakery cafe at Oxley Tower in the central business district (CBD).

The small cafe is located on the ground floor of Oxley Tower along 138 Robinson Road and there are three small tables for dine-in.

Good news for the early risers who are working in the CBD. On weekdays, Bread & Butter by XY opens their cafe early and you can enjoy a cup of coffee and some fresh bakes by 6am.

Photos credit: Bread & Butter by XY

All the bakes at Bread & Butter by XY are inspired by the owner’s loved ones and some of the best sellers include:

• Cinnamon Sticky Buns
• Honey Butter Biscuits
• Truffle Cheese Bread Roll
• Matcha Financier
• Breakfast Banana Loaf

Drop by Bread & Butter for a coffee or pick up some fresh bakes to bring back to your office.

Bread & Butter by XY
138 Robinson Rd, #01-04 Oxley Tower
Singapore 068906
Monday to Friday: 6am to 3pm
Saturday: 7am-2pm

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

Boyutei is a new all-day dining Japanese Café at Ann Siang Hill by One-Michelin Starred Whitegrass and Hvala.

It has officially opened to the public on 1 June 2022.

Boyutei’s food menu is conceptualised by Whitegrass Head Chef Takuya Yamashita and they will be offering an array of salads, soups, Japanese sandos, rice, noodles and crepes (both sweet and savoury), while Hvala will be in charge of the dessert and beverage items.

Some of the dishes that you can look forward to include Cha Soba, Ebi Katsu Sando, Japanese Dry Beef Curry as well as crepes with Seafood Mentaiko and Okonomiyaki flavours.

Fans of Hvala’s matcha desserts and drinks will love their creations here.

With matcha farmed from Hvala’s exclusive partner tea garden in Kyoto, the Matcha Goma Garden comes with handmade matcha warabi mochi and matcha ice cream alongside a goma chocolate cookie.

There will also be an expansive tea selection at Boyutei which is brought in from Hvala’s exclusive partner farm.

Photos credit: Boyutei

Boyutei
28 Ann Siang Rd, #01-02
Singapore 069708

Amika Cafe & Bar is the newest cafe to open in the Serangoon neighbourhood, taking over the space vacated by Two Bakers at 9 Teck Chye Terrace.

It opened on 8 May 2022 with a soft-launch menu serving all-day brunch, Asian-inspired mains and drinks.

On Amika Cafe & Bar’s menu, you can find the usual brunch fare including Eggs Benedict (S$22), Big Breakfast (S$20) and Breakfast French Toast (S$16.50).

Photos credit: Amika Cafe & Bar

It serves several interesting Asian-inspired mains and sides such as Laksa Pasta (S$18), Char Siu Pork Ribs (S$24), Chilli Crab Sauce with Mantou (S$R14) and Thai Moo-Ping (S$12).

For those of you who are staying in northeast Singapore, read our guide to cafes in Serangoon for brunch, savoury mains and desserts

Amika Cafe & Bar
9 Teck Chye Terrace
Singapore 545720

Located a few units down the road from Supernova is another new cafe, Bella People and Coffee which opened less than a week ago.

Taking over the space vacated by the now-defunct Little Ice Cream Kafe, Bella People and Coffee is a small and cosy cafe which serves a selection of breakfast dishes, pasta, sandwiches, burgers and coffee.

It is a comfortable space where you can enjoy a simple brunch and coffee with your friends.

For those of you who prefer sitting outdoor, Bella People and Coffee has two tables at the outdoor patio area.

It has a small and concise menu with prices ranging from S$18 to S$25 for a main course and some of the more interesting dishes include:

• English Breakfast (S$22)
• Bella Roasted Chicken Leg (S$25)
• Pulled Pork Burger (S$20)
• Soft Shell Crab Pasta (S$21)
• Bella Truffle Cheese Toastie (S$18)

Bella People and Coffee
258 Tanjong Katong Rd
Singapore 437046
Mon, Wed to Sun: 8.30am – 6pm

Opened by the same team behind Atlas Coffeehouse, Supernova is a new restaurant & cafe which has joined the ever-growing list of cafes in the east in Singapore. It is located at 266 Tanjong Katong Road along the same stretch of eateries including Ponggol Nasi Lemak, Trattoria L’Operetta, Kazo Cafe and Eng’s Wantan Noodle.

Supernova officially opened its doors to the public today (20 April 2022).

Supernova is the group’s 6th outlet in Singapore and they operate other popular cafes and coffee shops in Singapore including Apollo Coffee Bar, The Neptune, Lunar Coffee Brewers, and Columbus Coffee Co.

Unlike their other cafes, Supernova is a slightly upmarket concept. Think of it as your neighbourhood restaurant where you can have brunch fare and excellent coffee in the day and a refined space which serves hearty mains and natural wines in the evening.

Supernova has several tables in the outdoor area and it is a pet-friendly cafe where you can bring your dogs along for a good meal.

Fans of Neptune will recognise the Chorizo, Eggs & Avo (S$20.9), while regulars to Columbus Coffee Co will definitely be happy to see The Super Nutty Açaí bowl (S$16.4) on the menu. Other than that, the menu includes many exciting new dishes that we cannot wait to try.

The Steak Hash (S$26.90) came highly recommended and it did not disappoint. It came with 180g of tender sirloin steak cubes, crispy potatoes, two organic sunny-side up eggs, kale and red onions.

Supernova opens from 8am and you can find a selection of brunch items including Fried Chicken French Toast (S$24.5), Baked Eggs (S$24.5) with bacon, portobello, focaccia, Grilled Cheese & Pumpkin Soup (S$18.5), and Buttermilk Waffle (S$12.5).

We also tried the excellent Eggs in Meurette (S$24) from the lunch menu and it featured two poached eggs, mushrooms, and pickled shallots on a fried sourdough with a delicious bacon red wine stew.

From the lunch and dinner menu, you get other choices such as Wagyu Cheeseburger (S$22.9), Rigatoni (S$21), Fisherman’s Stew (S$27.5) and Vegan Grain Bowl (S$21.9).

It is interesting to see that Supernova is offering Okonomiyaki on its dinner menu.

Supernova
266 Tanjong Katong Road Singapore 437053
Tel: +65 6518 9600
Tue – Sat: 8am – 10pm
Sun: 8am – 7pm

Le Matin Patisserie is opening a new full-fledged cafe at 77 Robinson Road by mid-April.

Helmed by Chef Mohamed Al-Matin who has previously worked at Noma, Restaurant Andre, Black Star Pastry, Zumbo, Le Matin Patisserie first started as an online pastry shop during Circuit Breaker, and it has also opened a physical shop at Raeburn Park.

We love their classic pastries such as Kouign Amann, Pain Au Chocolat and Brioche Feuilette.

Laminated with lots of butter, the Brioche Feuilette—a croissant-brioche hybrid—was truly outstanding with an extremely buttery and crispy pastry. The signature Kouign Amann was equally buttery, flaky and had subtle hints of vanilla.

Chocolate lovers will love the Pain Au Chocolat which was stuffed with Valrhona dark chocolate and came with a molten chocolatey center.

At Le Matin Patisserie’s new cafe, you can look forward to the full range of sweet and savoury pastries including croissants, Kouign Amann, tarts, eclairs, soft serve as well as speciality coffee.

And on top of that, Chef Matin will be introducing a new set of Breakfast Cakes—individually sized Petit Gateaux that resemble your favourite Breakfast dishes.

Fans of Le Matin Patisserie will be happy to know that they are also having a pop-up cafe at Paragon Orchard. They have taken over the cafe in Porcelain Origins and they are serving their classic pastries, bottled cold brews, seasonal kombuchas and pour-over coffee.

Le Matin Patisserie
77 Robinson Road
Singapore 068896