In the real world where life doesn’t always seem to go according to plan, there is little wonder why humans love the idea of magic. With the help of fantasy novels such as Harry Potter and The Hobbit, people are able to break away from daily mundanes and be part of a world that has mystical creatures, powerful wizards and not to mention, create magic.

If getting accepted into Hogwarts is a lifetime dream of yours, then you have to know more about Platform 1094, a wizard-themed cafe along Serangoon Road. Managed by the same team that is behind Fresh Fruits Lab, Platform 1094 is where your wizard dreams come true.

Besides what you can find on their regular menu, the cafe is introducing an all-new Harry Potter-themed English Afternoon Tea at S$55 for 2 pax where you can enjoy a selection of sweets and savouries that are inspired by the Harry Potter series. Think Chocolate Frogs, Owl Hootdoo Macarons and Turkey Bacon Quidditch Quiche. Platform 1094′s wizard-themed afternoon tea is available from Tuesdays to Sundays between 2pm to 6pm (reservations are necessary).

Put on the wizard robe, grab a pointed hat and choose a wand of your liking—a spellbinding session awaits.

A “RIDDIKULUS-LY” FUN PLACE TO UNLEASH YOUR INNER WIZARD

The magic begins once you step foot into Platform 1094.

Every detail at Platform 1094 is taken care of to ensure guests receive the most magical dining experience, from the ambience right down to their food. The rustic cafe is adorned with antiques such as lamps and a swinging chandelier that give the place a warm, orangey lighting. Guests sit on chairs that are designed with a deer (possibly paying tribute to Harry Potter’s Patronus) and dine at wooden tables.

Once you have settled down, it is time to play dress up! Put on your favourite wizard clock, scarf and pointed hat. If you are feeling it, you can even pick up a wand and wear a pair of round spectacles too. Just imagine all the cute pictures you get to take with your squad!

NEW HARRY POTTER-THEMED AFTERNOON TEA SET THAT IS “SIRIUS-LY” GOOD

Behold, the Hagrid’s English Afternoon Tea. Boasting a mixture of savoury and sweet items that are inspired by the fantasy novel, this is one extremely attractive afternoon tea set that will have the Harry Potter fans going crazy for. Just when you think you have seen it all, the tea set also lights up upon a flick of your wand!

Your wizard journey begins with the Bewitching Tuna Sandwich, followed by Potato Slyther-in Bacon with Cheddar Cheese, Avocado Salmon Weasled with Chicken Floss on Edible Magical Ladle and Turkey Bacon Quidditch Quiche.

Well, true Harry Potter fans will definitely be able to pick up familiar names and if you did not, then read those names out loud again!

Each dessert item was meticulously thought of before they are shortlisted to be in included in this tea set and boy, were we impressed by what we saw: the Owl Hootdoo Macarons that looked way too cute for consumption; tantalising Pumpkin Tartlets; Rock Cake served with Cauldron-Brewed Cream Cheese Dip; Rasp-Berry Potter & Mango-Nagall Mousse with its crazy swirls and the iconic Chocolate Frogs.

Of all that we tried, the Pumpkin Tartlets are deserving of a special mention. The creamy pumpkin filling had the right amount of sweetness that was not cloying on the taste buds and we liked how the layer of chocolate ganache on top adds an extra dimension of flavour.

Besides that, Hagrid’s English Afternoon Tea also includes Green Frog Flexi, which is essentially a thirst quenching green tea drink to complement the food.

TOP UP S$6 FOR HARRY POTTER LATTE OR HOT CHOCOLATE WITH GOLDEN SNITCH

For diners who drop by over the weekends, you get to top up S$6 to upgrade your drink to a hot cup of latte that comes with an intricate Harry Potter latte art.

Otherwise, you can also opt for hot chocolate, which comes with a Golden Stitch on top. Being such hardcore Harry Potter fans, you bet we took a million pictures of the cute drinks!

OTHER WIZARD-THEMED DESSERTS TO TRY

Can’t get enough of wizard-themed desserts just like us? There are even more choices from their a la carte menu.

All their desserts have our stamp of approval whether we are talking about taste or aesthetics and we simply cannot wait to head back and try what else the cafe has in store!

Platform 1094′s Harry Potter afternoon tea (S$55 for 2 pax) is available from Tuesdays to Sundays between 2pm to 6pm. Do take note that reservations are necessary.

Platform 1094
1094 Serangoon Road
Singapore 328192
Tel: +65 6204 6003
Tue to Sun: 11am – 10pm
(Afternoon Tea: 2pm – 6pm)
Nearest Station: Boon Keng

This post is brought to you by Platform 1094.

Nestled within Singapore’s fast-paced Central Business District lies a beautiful botanical cafe. Step into Shop Wonderland Cafe & Floral Studio—a dreamy and whimsical floral cafe that will teleport you to a magical wonderland.

As opposed to the other artisan cafes lying along the Telok Ayer stretch, Shop Wonderland Cafe & Floral Studio is more than just a cafe with pretty desserts and there are many reasons why you should visit right now.

What makes Shop Wonderland Cafe & Floral Studio popular among the ladies is the floral studio housed on the second floor of the cafe’s premises. This is where you can glean a skill or two from their floral arrangement workshops and even pick up a fresh bouquet if you like.

When it comes to their food menu, the cafe has an excellent weekday breakfast spread—available from 8am to 11am—and all day on weekends. This includes Avocado Toast & Bacon (S$16) and even the chance to customise your own breakfast platter.

If you need a breather from work, the reasonably-priced selection on their lunch menu will certainly brighten up your day.  Some menu delights you should try include the Carbonara (S$16), Thai Green Curry Pasta (S$14) and the Beef Goulash (S$15).

We all live for desserts and Shop Wonderland Cafe & Floral Studio has the best assortment of cakes.

Favourites include the Maple Bacon Cinnamon Tea Cake, Earl Grey Lavender, Gula Melaka Avocado and Strawberry Shortcake. Light and fluffy, the cakes were extremely enjoyable both visually and in taste, and they go perfectly with a hot cuppa.

There are endless reasons to fall in love with this charming cafe—every element of Shop Wonderland Cafe & Floral Studio was executed flawlessly and with elegance.

Shop Wonderland Cafe & Floral Studio
134 Telok Ayer Street,
Singapore 068600
Tel: +65 9299 4593
Cafe (Level 1)
Mon: Closed
Tue to Wed: 8am – 6pm
Thu & Fri: 8am – 10pm
Sat: 8am – 6pm
Sun: 10am – 6pm
Floral Studio (Level 2)
Mon to Sat: 10am – 6pm
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer 

Nestled amongst private housing estates in the Lorong Ah Soo neighbourhood, Purist Patisserie is a beautiful boutique patisserie tucked away on the end of shop houses of The Promenade @ Kilat. Primarily opened for custom cake orders and collections, this boutique patisserie is on a journey to make exquisite pastries fun and delightful for everyone.

With an assortment of exquisite cakes and French bakes, you can expect to indulge in creative desserts that are put together with quality ingredients and a whole lot of heart.

Decked in pastel pink and featuring rose gold and marble elements, Purist Patisserie exudes a serene ambience which makes an ideal spot to unwind over a good book or an afternoon tea with friends in Kovan. Only open for walk-ins from Friday to Sunday, Purist Patisserie is the next place you should pop by this weekend.

The boutique patisserie’s delicate Fleur (S$8) is aesthetically pleasing to the eyes and definitely made for the ‘gram. Expect a luxurious raspberry mousse sandwiched between a crispy thin waffle biscuit and a layer of delicate white chocolate, and topped with freeze-dried berries, popping lychee bobas and blue cornflower.

Much like your mango sticky rice, the Cebu Surprise (S$8) features similar components but with a slightly different flavour profile. Made with coconut and Jasmine rice mousse, the cake is filled slightly with mango gelatin and it sits above a base made of puffed rice and crushed cookies that is laced with white chocolate.

The aromatic mousse went really well with the mango filling but it was the crunchy texture from the base that brought the entire dessert together and made it simply addictive.

Apart from what we have tried, Purist Patisserie also offers a selection of single cakes and French bakes such as madeleines, financiers and chouquettes.

Purist Patisserie offers interesting and unique cakes which are worth a try. We would highly recommend this new patisserie for some sweet fix over the weekends and away from the bustling crowd.

Purist Patisserie
183 Jalan Pelikat
#01-01 The Promenade@Pelikat
Singapore 537643
Fri to Sun: 12pm – 6pm
(Closed on Mondays to Thursdays)
Nearest station: Kovan MRT Station

Japanese desserts rarely disappoint us because of the high standards pastry chefs have for their creations. Whether it is the classic matcha parfait or the spectacular soufflé, no effort has been spared to ensure that the dessert is aesthetically pleasing as it is delicious.

Thankfully, a good number of Japanese dessert cafes and patisseries have opened in Singapore so that we can satisfy our dessert cravings without having to fly over to the land of the rising sun. Yes, we are talking about authentic Japanese-style desserts that taste just like what you had in Japan!

If you simply can’t get enough of Japanese desserts and pastries, you will have to know these 9 Japanese Dessert Cafes & Patisseries In Singapore. 

#1 DOLCE TOKYO

Their two outlets in Singapore serve up amazing Japanese-Italian inspired desserts and most would know Dolce Tokyo for their range of matcha cakes and parfaits. Other Japanese options include Zenzai (red beans), Kaikigori (shaved ice), and Mitsu Mame (jelly).

 

Photo Credit: Châteraisé Facebook

#2 CHÂTERAISÉ SINGAPORE

Most people would have heard of Châteraisé simply because you can find this Japanese confectionary shop at almost every corner of the island. Hailing from Yamanashi Prefecture, every Châteraisé outlet carries the most adorable looking animal themed cakes and an array of Japanese sweets.

Some signature items there include Legendary Strawberry Cream Cake, Hokkaido style cheese tarts and Matcha Double Fantasy Cream Puff. If you are looking for a place to sit down and chill with your friends, their Toa Payoh outlet has an al fresco area for diners to rest their tired feet and people watch.

Toa Payoh Lorong 6
#01-15, Blk 490
Singapore 310490
Daily: 9am – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Toa Payoh

#3 CHEF YAMASHITA

Trained in Tsuji Culinary Institute (a well-known culinary institute in Osaka), Chef Yamshita Masataka is a respectable figure in the bakery industry for having many years of baking experience under his belt and managing one of the best patisseries in Nara, Japan.

This Japanese artisan patisserie is where you can indulge in exquisite creations such as their Sakura and Matcha Rolls, as well as a range of cakes.

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1 Tanjong Pagar Plaza
#02-44, Tanjong Pagar Plaza
Singapore 082001
Tel: +65 6604 9709
Mon to Sat: 10am – 6.30pm
Sun & PH: 10am – 4pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

#4 FLOR PÂTISSERIE

Flor Patisserie started out as a quaint dessert place located on Duxton Hill. Their overwhelming success has seen them opening another two more outlets at Siglap and Takashimaya.

Their Japanese desserts are reasonably priced around $5 to 6 for each slice of cake and we highly recommend trying the Napoleon and Strawberry Souffle as those are our favourites.

#01-01, 2 Duxton Hill
Singapore
Tel: +65 6223 8628
Daily: 11am – 9pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

#5 KYUSHU PANCAKE

Established in 2012, Kyushu Pancake is well loved for many reasons. Its famed pancakes are made with seven different grains that are grown in Kyushu – the gem of Japanese agricultural regions. Its flagship in Singapore is a 42-seater outlet in Novena Regency.

Some of the highlights include Kyushu Butter Milk Classic Pancake, Salted Caramel French Toast, Matcha Azuki Waffle, Egg Benedict Pancake and Matcha Montblanc.

275 Thomson Road
Novena Regency #01-08
Singapore 307645
Tel: +65 6352 6265
Daily: 11am – 9pm
Nearest Station: Novena

#6 MACCHA HOUSE

Maccha House is where you can have both Japanese-style mains and desserts at one destination. Their stunning dessert collection is impressive—ranging from their signature matcha drinks to desserts in the likes of Matcha Tiramisu and Matcha Chocolate Parfait. This place is indeed heaven for all matcha lovers.

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

#7 NANA’S GREEN TEA

Nana’s Green Tea’s Matcha Latte is, without a doubt, one of the better renditions that you can find in Singapore. Although Nana’s also offers savoury mains, we say skip it and dive right for their matcha items—Kanmi Japanese desserts and drinks.

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

#8 PÂTISSERIE GLACÉ

Pâtisserie Glacé takes pride in using premium ingredients sourced from Japan and crafting beautiful cakes, sweets and pastries for their visitors. Their extensive menu features Japanese-French fusion highlights such as Strawberry Shortcake, Strawberry Souffle and tarts.

The best part about Pâtisserie Glacé is that have vegan-friendly bakes and also offer gluten-free desserts, tarts and pastries. No one should miss out on the joy of eating Japanese desserts!

12 Gopeng Street
#01-31/32 Icon Village
Singapore 078877
Tel: +65 6400 0247
Mon to Fri: 11am – 7pm
Sat, Sun & PH: 11am – 5pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

#9 TSUJIRI TEA HOUSE

We love how Tsujiri’s Matcha Soft Serve reminds us of the decadent cones we’ve had in Japan. It is difficult to find a close competitor when it comes to their intense matcha flavours and consistency of the soft serve. Toppings such as Shiratama and Genmai are also very affordable at only a dollar more.

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

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No surprises here—Fresh Fruits Lab (FFL) is our favourite cafe in the East of Singapore. This has never changed since our first visit in 2015.

The themed cafe has seen a revamp recently and it is nothing short of amazing. Still keeping their core laboratory theme and incorporating fruits into their menu, FFL now boasts a colourful, pastel interior that is both whimsical and photogenic.

It has also become a kids-friendly dining outlet with a play corner for your little ones as well as a low-salt kids menu that is so reasonably priced.

How can a cafe make us fall in love so much? FFL always does it best. Here are some of our favourite dishes from its current menu. You need to bring your squad here for your next gathering!

So you think the cafe only looks pretty?

FFL has always been consistent with their food. No effort is spared to serving only the best—from their dedicated culinary team (most of the chefs have years of experience cooking and baking in top hotels in Singapore!) to the freshness of ingredients.

The menu goes beyond a typical cafe’s standards. It has a wide range of appetisers, salads, mains, desserts, coffee and juices; basically everything that attributes to a good meal. And as its name and theme suggest, FFL incorporates fruits as much as possible into everything for that healthy and refreshing touch.

FFL SIGNATURE FISH & CHIPS

If we had to pick only one dish to love at FFL, it would be their Signature Fish & Chips. Fish & Chips may sound boring but wait till you’ve tried FFL’s version!

For just S$19, you get a huge piece of beer-battered pacific dory fried to a golden perfection. As if the generous serving is not filling enough, it comes with a larger portion of fruits salad, a mountain of fries and homemade tartare.

This is comfort food for the soul, guys.

SOFT-SHELL CRAB PASTA

Also at S$19, this pasta is our favourite among the four choices on the menu.

Featuring a huge and crispy soft-shell crab sits atop al dente spaghetti, the Soft-Shell Crab Pasta is a slightly spicy rendition that is not for the faint-hearted. The chilli crab sauce is homemade, by the way.

FFL DA BOMB BURGER

Need your burger fix but don’t want your wallet to take a beating? The FFL Da Bomb Burger (S$19) will make your trip to FFL worth the while.

This beauty is everything a burger should be—juicy beef patty (200g) that is grilled to medium well, fresh romaine lettuce for the crisp,

SALMON STEAK

A healthier option for the ladies (and even the kids) is the Salmon Steak (S$26). This dish is set on fire (literally) as it is served to you and the end result is a sweet piece of pink salmon that boasts a subtle smoky flavour.

It is accompanied by asparagus purée, mashed carrots, arugula and a homemade grape sauce served in a cute onion cup! That is a fair bit of greens if your skinny jeans are getting a little tight but you still need good food in your life.

SPARKEY THE DOG

This is probably the cutest item on the kids’ menu. At only S$10, this is a pancakes dish that is prepared with low-salt bacon and ham. It is completed with fresh blueberries.

BOO-BOO BEAR

This is too cute, even the adults might not be able to resist the Boo-Boo Bear (S$13)!

And it tastes as good as it looks. We wouldn’t want to cut the bear up but the fried sweet potato cake is too yummy to pass. Stuffed with chicken, zucchini, mushroom and tomato, the sweet potato cake is wrapped with an egg—yes, the bear’s blanket.

LIGHTNING CARS

The perfect dish for your boys (or girls who love cars!), the Lightning Cars (S$12) is a simple yet hearty grilled chicken that is tender and flavourful despite the fact that no salt is used in cooking.

This chicken main is served with purple sweet potato purée and mixed fruit skewers for a more balanced meal.

CREEPY-CRAWLY

Fancy something more filling for the older kids? The Creepy-Crawly (S$13) is a wholesome tortilla wrap that is jam-packed with yummy smoked duck, onion, lettuce and carrots.

There is also a side of homemade fruit yogurt—blueberry, strawberry, granola, honey yoghurt.

ULTIMATE PEANUT BUTTER CHOC CAKE

FFL has a dedicated pastry chef and he bakes the prettiest French-style sweets. The one that we really love is the Ultimate Peanut Butter Choc Cake.

Priced at S$7.50, this decadent treat is our newfound guilty pleasure. Every mouthful of the dense cake is so rewarding; the taste of the rich peanut butter lingers on.

TEA BY LUPICIA INFUSED CAKE

For a lighter but no less satisfying cake option, this doll is your best bet. The Tea by Lupicia Infused Cake is also priced at S$7.50 and it totally reminds us of sweets we’d see in French patisseries.

The whiff of the aromatic tea will first enrapture you, and as you take a bite, you’d realize just how well balanced the sweet and bitter notes of the tea are.

EMERALD GREEN APPLE TEA

The Emerald Green Apple Tea (S$12) may not sound like much, but just wait until you see it in real life. Served in a test tube, the Emerald Green is made of butterfly pea tea, green apple juice and soda water. Get your phone ready and watch as the staff adds in edible dry ice for a mini explosion. We won’t spoil it for you; make sure you order the drink when you are at Fresh Fruits Lab!

COLOURED LATTES

Just when you thought coloured lattes are so gimmicky, you might want to consider trying FFL’s versions. These 4 pretty colours are all achieved using natural ingredients.

There is the Beetroot Latte which boasts a shocking shade of pink, the Sweet Potato Latte which is the gorgeous lavender-coloured cup, the Butterfly Pea Latte which spots a dreamy blue hue, and the Matcha Latte in the usual green.

Because zero artificial colouring is used for these lattes, you shouldn’t expect a super sweet cup with strong flavour notes. Instead, think good old latte with nuances of sweetness and aroma.

Fresh Fruits Lab
351 Changi Rd, Singapore 419818
Tel: +65 6677 6741
Tue to Fri: 11am – 10pm
Sat & Sun: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Eunos/ Kembangan

This post is brought to you by Fresh Fruits Lab.

Dessert parlours that open till late are life-savers. Not only are they great for satisfying that midnight sugar craving, they also serve a myriad of sweet treats to brighten your evening after an exhausting day at work. Looking for a place to hang out with your mates after dinner but not up for a beer? You cannot go wrong with a dessert spot.

Sure, we may not be lacking in choices when it comes to dessert places in Singapore but where can you head to when the clock strikes midnight? This is where our list comes in handy for all the dessert lovers—it covers all sorts of desserts from ice cream to shaved ice bowls and even the Korean bingsu.

Here are 10 Dessert Parlours In Singapore To Satisfy Your Night Time Sweet Tooth.

#1 2AM: DESSERT BAR

2am: Dessert Bar is located at the fringe of Holland Village, and it is quite the perfect place for a romantic late night dessert treat. Helmed by Janice Wong, her award-winning artisan desserts are fascinating to say the least.

Their signature dessert is the Cassis Plum, which comes with cassis bombe, elderflower yoghurt foam, choya granita, yuzu pearls and yuzu rubies.

21A Lorong Liput
Holland Village
Singapore 277733
Tel: +65 6291 9727
Tue to Fri: 3pm – 2am
Sat & Sun: 2pm – 2am
Nearest Station: Holland Village

Photo Credit: Dessert First

#2 DESSERT FIRST

This small dessert shop along Liang Seah Street is always filled with loyal patrons, especially during Friday nights and weekends as they are known to serve consistently good desserts.

Dessert First is perhaps most well known for its Durian Snow Ice, featuring smooth shaved ice with a scoop of real durian flesh. Something more filling is the Signature Durian Waffle, which comprises a piping hot fluffy waffle topped with durian puree, a scoop of vanilla ice cream, chocolate sauce drizzle and a handful of almonds.

8 Liang Seah Street
Singapore 189029
Tel: +65 6333 0428
Mon to Thu: 4pm – 1am
Fri: 4pm – 2am
Sat: 1pm – 2am
Sun: 1pm – 1am
Nearest Station: Bugis

#3 MILK & HONEY GELATO

For those who live in the East of Singapore, a typical night would look something like this—having supper at Bedok 85 Fengshan Market before proceeding to Milk & Honey Gelato for their delectable range of gelato and waffles.

We recommend ordering the waffles with a scoop Sicilian Pistachio with Belgian Chocolate Bits. Otherwise, share a Buddy Meal Quaffles Set (2 gelato, 1 quaffles and 1 lemonade) with your friends.

Block 86 Bedok North Street 4
Tel: +65 9786 9754
Sun to Thu: 12pm – 12 midnight
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 1am
Mon: Closed
Nearest Station: Bedok

#4 NUNSONGYEE

Nunsongyee refers to ‘snowflake’ in Korean. The café’s bingsu desserts are made from frozen milk and do not use ‘shaved ice’. If you are a fan of Patbingsu (red bean) and Injeolmi (rice cake), come to Nunsongyee to get a taste of your favourites.

534 North Bridge Rd
Singapore 188749
Tel: +65 6268 8220
Daily: 24 hours
Nearest Station: Rochor

#5 OBLONG

Oblong at Serangoon Gardens is known for their the Red Velvet Waffles and Ice Cream combination (S$11), with cream cheese sandwiched between two red velvet waffles and topped with an ice cream flavour of your choice.

On Friday and Saturday, they open late until 2am. Gather your squad for a late-night dessert adventure!

10 Maju Avenue
Singapore 556688
Tel: +65 6858 2320
Thu to Sun: 12pm – 12am
Fri to Sat: 12pm – 2am
Nearest Station: Serangoon/Lorong Chuan

#6 SALTED CARAMEL

Established since 2011, Salted Caramel is a household name at Upper Thomson as the ice cream parlour is recognised for having handcrafted ice-cream that are free from artificial enhancers and preservatives.

Go for their single scoop ice cream in cups or you can choose to pair them up with waffles and brownie. Not sure which flavours to get? Some of their best sellers include Salted Caramel, Speculoos and Chocolate Sorbet.

Salted Caramel Singapore
246F Upper Thomson Road
Singapore 574370
Tel: +65 6753 1718
Sun to Thu: 12pm – 11pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 2am
Nearest Station: Marymount

#7 SCOOP THERAPY

Scoop Therapy is a dessert-only spinoff of Group Therapy, serving mainly ice cream and ice cream-centric desserts in the East of Singapore.

Located on the first floor of The Odeon Katong, there are two photogenic desserts that are worth traveling to the cafe for—S’mores, an imitation of the world-famous Frozen S’mores from Dominique Ansel Bakery and The Ice Cream Bomb which features two layers of choux puff sandwiching a generous scoop of Earl Grey Ice Cream.

11 East Coast Road
The Odeon Katong
Singapore 428722
Tel: +65 6247 9335
Tue to Thu: 2pm – 10pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 12 Midnight
Sun: 12pm – 10pm
Mon: Closed
Nearest Station: Dakota

#8 THE CONNOISSEUR CONCERTO TCC

The successful dessert chain needs no further introduction—having 16 outlets spread out across every region in Singapore. However, only the one at International Building is open for 24 Hours.

Chocoholics will be keen to know that The Connoisseur Concerto’s Dark Chocolate Cake is among the better ones that we have had in Singapore.

360 Orchard Road #01-01
International Building Singapore
Tel: +65 6732 3696
Daily: 24 Hours
Nearest Station: Orchard

#9 TWENTY GRAMMES

Essentially a dessert cafe and ice cream parlour, Twenty Grammes has been constant in serving up quality ice cream, great waffles and unique flavours.

Twenty Grammes has curated some of Singapore’s recent dessert trends and attempted their own renditions; think savoury waffle with sea salt caramel ice cream, charcoal waffle with homemade salted egg yolk sauce, yoghurt parfaits and more.

753 North Bridge Road, #01-01
Singapore 198721
Tel: +65 6717 1733
Mon to Thu, Sun: 12pm – 10pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 1am
Nearest Station: Bugis

#10 UDDERS

Udders is a familiar name to the dessert scene in Singapore, with its range of freshly made ice cream and its famed liqueur ice cream conceptions.

Their Salted Speculoos Ice Cream with brown butter base and huge slices Lotus cookies and Mao Shang Wang Ice Cream are two exceptional flavours you cannot leave without trying.

246D Upper Thomson Road
Singapore 574370
Tel: +65 6452 0803
Mon to Thu: 12pm – 1am
Fri to Sun, Eve of PH: 12pm – 2am
Nearest Station: Marymount

For more recommendations, read our guide to the best desserts in Singapore.

Dessert lovers in Singapore are truly spoiled for choice, especially with the vast array of dessert joints available. And as if we did not have enough ice cream parlours and dessert cafes, here we introduce FroRoll, a quirky new dessert cafe that recently opened up at The Venue Shoppes along Tai Thong Crescent in Potong Pasir.

FroRoll is an artisanal ice cream dessert cafe that aims to bring a refreshing twist to traditional ice cream desserts. They offer a smorgasbord of elaborate and whimsical desserts, reminiscent of something out of a Tim Burton film.

The baked goods and ice cream here at FroRoll are all made in-house daily to ensure consistency, freshness and the highest quality desserts. An interesting fact to know is that this imaginative dessert joint is opened by Campus Superstar alumni, Keely Wee.

The cafe features an open concept whereby guests can feel free to stand and watch as their desserts are put together by the friendly staff.

If you are looking for something a little less than usual, flip through the menu of elaborate creations and you will stumble upon something called the Volcanic Avalanche (S$15.80)—which is essentially a raspberry molten lava cake hidden within a volcano of dark chocolate, drizzled with raspberry sauce and surrounded by bits of brownie and crunchy toasted bread sprinkled at the side.

Upon serving, liquid nitrogen is poured over the ‘volcano’ for theatric effect and to spark some initial excitement—don’t forget to snap a video of the process for the gram!

On the other end of the taste spectrum, go for something like the Key Lime Pie (S$10.80) which is a much tarter alternative to their other dessert offerings.

A fairly generous dollop of lime and calamansi ice cream sits atop a hot dog bun and is finished off with a mini key lime cake and a drizzle of a citrusy syrup. The nut brittle that comes with it adds a nice crunch and a subtle savoury element that balances out the sourness really well.

FroRoll
2 Tai Thong Crescent
Singapore 347836
Tel: +65 9776 5727
Daily: 11am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Potong Pasir

Singapore is home to many dessert monsters and this craze for desserts has led to a spike in dessert places in Singapore over the last decade. Ranging from the ever popular chocolate waffles to the trending Korean Bingsu, Somerset is one area in Orchard Road, Singapore that boasts a whole slew of dessert options.

Just in that area alone, we managed to suss out dessert places housed in both proper dessert cafes and/or served in food kiosks. No matter what kind of sweet indulgence or experience you are looking for, you should find it in this guide.

Here is A Sweet Tooth’s Guide To 24 Dessert Places In Somerset.

ANTOINETTE

Antoinette is one of Singapore’s favourite patisseries in Singapore and it has an impressive range of desserts such as Mont Blanc, Le Royale, Saint Honoré l’ Amour, Strawberry Shortcake, and their namesake creation, Antoinette – a milk chocolate mousse infused with earl grey tea.

333A Orchard Road
#02-33/34 Mandarin Gallery
Singapore 238867
Tel: +65 6836 9527
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

ARTEASTIQ BOUTIQUE TEA HOUSE

Arteastiq Boutique Tea House at Mandarin Gallery exudes the kind of sexiness you would associate with a date night or a regal dining affair for the high society.

The Silk Thread (S$13) is an interesting rendition of crème brûlée. It is not your usual sweet custard; it is infused with osmanthus. Lightly creamy and significantly less sweet, this variation is served with fresh plump berries.

333A Orchard Road
#04-14/15 Mandarin Gallery
Singapore 238867
Tel: +65 6235 8370
Mon to Fri: 11am – 10pm
Sat to Sun: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

BEN & JERRY’S

Everyone knows Ben & Jerry’s for its interesting ice cream flavours. The popular ones at 313@Somerset include Chocolate Fudge Brownie, New York Super Fudge Chunk and The Tonight Dough.

Apart from that, the ice cream parlour also offers sundaes, smoothies and shakes.

313 Orchard Road
#01-25/25A 313@Somerset
Singapore 238895
Tel: +65 6884 9505
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

CHOCOLATE ORIGIN

Specialising in molten lava cakes, Chocolate Origin’s intense chocolate cake is paired with a scoop of cold vanilla ice-cream at the bottom. If that is not enough chocolate for you, get the speciality cakes that come in two flavours—original and dark chocolate.

313 Orchard Road
#B3-10A 313@Somerset
Singapore 238895
Tel: +65 6884 4019
Daily: 2pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

CHURRO 101

Our picks from this popular Korean churro are the Dark Chocolate-dipped Churros and the filled churros, best eaten warm for that satisfying crunch.

313 Orchard Road
#B3-49 313@Somerset
Singapore 238895
Daily: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

COLD STONE CREAMERY

Dedicated to being a multi-sensory ice cream chain, Cold Stone Creamery is known for their top quality ice cream and energetic crew working behind the counters.

Do not be surprised if the friendly staff to put up a short but exciting performance where they expertly toss your ice cream in the air before it lands into the cup.

181 Orchard Road
#01-17 Orchard Central
Singapore 238896
Tel: +65 6634 1015
Daily: 11am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

DEAN & DELUCA

One of the top sellers at Dean & Deluca is its Rainbow Cake (S$7.50). The pastry chef uses six different fruit extracts – strawberry, orange, lemon, green apple, blueberry and grape – to give the cake its brilliant rainbow colours.

In fact, we liked it so much that Dean & Deluca’s cake is listed in our guide to Singapore’s best rainbow cakes.

181 Orchard Road
#01-09/10/15 Orchard Central
Singapore 238896
Tel: +65 6509 7708
Sun to Thu: 10am – 10pm
Fri to Sat: 10am – 12am
Nearest Station: Somerset

DOLCE TOKYO BY MOF

Aesthetically pleasing Japanese-Italian inspired desserts are the pride of Dolce Tokyo. Their Dessert Bento has five different types of desserts all neatly packed into a Japanese-style bento. You get to pick and choose a variety of options to personalise your own bento set.

GELÁRE CAFE

Geláre’s ice cream are all natural and do not contain any artificial ingredients, you can expect only the real deal. And everyone knows about Geláre Cafe’s half-priced promotion for their regular waffles on Tuesdays.

176 Orchard Road
#03-K01 The Centrepoint
Singapore 238843
Tel: +65 6659 6430
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

HONEY CREME

Known for its range of Korean-inspired soft-serve ice cream topped with different toppings such as honey comb (S$5.90), Organic Cotton Candy (S$5.50), and Popcorn (S$5.50) Honey Creme—a popular Taiwanese ice cream store has finally opened its first store in Singapore to much fanfare.

We will never say no to soft-serve ice cream on a hot day!

313 Orchard Road
#01-37 313@Somerset
Singapore 238895
Tel: +65 6884 8468
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

ICE LAB CAFE

Opened by Korean comedian Shin Jung-Hwan, this Korean Bingsu outlet makes you feel as though you are in Korea during the winter season. A polar bear structure right in the middle of the shop has captured the hearts of many visitors and it is apparently a snow making machine that will create artificial snow.

Choose between a range of Bingsu flavours such as Injeolmi, Milk, Oreo, Green tea and much more.

321 Orchard Road
#01-01/02 Orchard Shopping Centre
Singapore 238866
Tel: +65 9664 6885
Daily: 11am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

LADY M CONFECTIONS

This well-known New York cake shop prides itself on creating the freshest and finest cakes. The signature cake Lady M Mille Crêpes consists no less than twenty paper-thin handmade crêpes layered with light and fresh cream.

181 Orchard Road
#01-27 Orchard Central
Singapore 238896
Tel: +65 6509 3673
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

LLAO LLAO

With the array of toppings and sauces, Llaollao has revolutionised froyo, and they are no less pretty than ice cream sundaes.

Sanum is Llaollao’s signature – at S$6.95 per cup, it is really a froyo parfait that you can customise to your own preferences with three types of fruits, two crunches and one sauce.

313 Orchard Road
#B3-55 313@Somerset
Singapore 238895
Sun to Thu: 11am – 9.30pm
Fri to Sat: 11am – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

HONG KONG SHENG KEE DESSERT

Hong Kong Sheng Kee Dessert at The Centrepoint is where you will find authentic Hong Kong style desserts such as their Mango Combination Series, Rice Ball in Paste and Durian Sago.

176 Orchard Road
#B1-14 The Centrepoint
Singapore 238843
Tel: +65 6736 3688
Daily: 11am to 10pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

HVALA WAFFLE BAR

Hvala Waffle Bar, a food kiosk at the basement of 313@Somerset is popular for its Japanese soft serves and drinks. Try their Matcha and Houjicha Soft Serves.

Hvala Waffle Bar
313 Orchard Road
#B3-50 313@Somerset
Singapore 238895
Daily: 11.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

KISS THE TIRAMISU

Kiss The Tiramisu has been a hit in South Korea ever since its debut in Hongdae, fusing Tiramisu and soft serve ice cream served in a swanky gold-rimmed plastic “wine glass” for your perfect social media photo.

Each tiramisu soft serve is made pretty similarly to an actual classic tiramisu, with mascarpone cheese, ice cream, crushed cookies, coffee liqueur and cocoa powder.

277 Orchard Road
#01-15 Orchard Gateway
Singapore 238858
Daily: 12pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

MACCHA HOUSE

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) and Matcha Chocolate Parfait (S$10) were two desserts that we enjoyed on our trip there.

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

NUNSARAM KOREAN DESSERT

If you are heading to town, do swing by Nunsaram. Conveniently located at Orchard Central, it prides itself as the go-to cafe for desserts or simply a place where friends can hang out after a meal.

Most of the Bingsu in the cafe are presented with a scoop of ice cream sitting glamorously atop the pile of ice. We heard that they use fresh ingredients for every serving of Bingsu – such as the Sweet Potato Bingsu (S$12.90), where the purple paste is acquired from the sweet potato root itself.

181 Orchard Road
#05-51/52 Orchard Central
Singapore 238896
Daily: 11.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

O’MA SPOON

Having their Bingsu was akin to eating snowflakes with a melt-in-your-mouth texture that all of us approved. Their Patbingsu (S$12.80) did the phrase “less is more” justice. We were in awe of how a classic Bingsu that was served in just sweet azuki beans atop milk ice shavings could rock our worlds with its heavenly medley of textures and flavours.

313 Orchard Road
#04-20/32 313@Somerset
Singapore 238895
Sun to Thu: 11.15am – 10.45pm
Fri to Sat: 11.15am – 11.30pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

PONG HANDCRAFTED GELATO

Thai coconut ice cream is a dessert we will always love but not all of us have the time or money to fly over to Bangkok whenever that craving kicks in.

Pong Handcrafted Gelato in Scape is where you can go to satisfy your Thai coconut ice cream desire. The fresh gelato is placed in a coconut husk and you get to choose toppings that you fancy.

2 Orchard Link
#02-18C SCAPE
Singapore 237978
Daily: 12.30pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

SUGAR LIPS

Quirky and whimsical, we did more than just a double take when walking past this dessert shop. Colourful paint is splashed across the cafe’s concrete floors, walls and exposed pipes.

We went for the Red Velvet Fluffy Waffle and Chocolate Seduction Truffle Cake. The former comprises octagon-shaped delightfully crisp red velvet waffles that are pillowy inside, while the latter is a sinfully rich chocolate cake alternated with generous amounts of chocolatey mousse.

277 Orchard Road
#02-01 Orchard Gateway
Singapore 238858
Tel: +65 6386 6387
Daily: 11.30am – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

TSUJIRI TEA HOUSE

We highly recommend going for Tsujiri Tea House’s classic Matcha Latte (S$5.60) and matcha soft serve (S$4.80). 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.

176 Orchard Road
#01 – 101 The Centrepoint
Singapore 238843
Tel: +65 6238 8824
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

TWELVE CUPCAKES

Best known for their photogenic cupcakes, Twelve Cupcakes started out in 2011 founded by local celebrity couple Daniel and Jaime Teo.

Their standard menu consist of flavours such as Red Velvet, Cookies And Cream and Salted Caramel. In addition, they also have seasonal menus that change frequently to offer more variety.

277 Orchard Road
B1-01A Orchard Gateway
Singapore 238858
Tel: +65 6509 1255
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

21 CUBE ARTISAN ICE CREAM

Fried ice cream rolls were all the rage on social media just awhile ago after it became popular in Thailand.

While the trend is dying down, you can still find ice cream rolls at 21 CUBE Artisan Ice Cream. They have a good variety of flavours and toppings for you to choose from.

For more recommendations, read The Ultimate Orchard Road Food Guide that features the best places to eat at in Orchard Road.

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The average cost of a mille crêpe in Singapore costs S$7.79 and we have based that estimated calculation across 15 different cafes.

Recently, we discovered the cheapest mille crêpe in town and it is being sold at a newly opened dessert parlour called Hasu Confections. A slice of Mille Crêpe here starts from S$6—almost half of what you would pay at popular establishments such as Lady M and Henri Charpentier!

Truth be told, we weren’t expecting much. What could you expect from an unassuming tiny shop located in PoMo, right? The decors of Hasu Confections are far, far away from impressive when compared to other dessert places in Singapore.

We didn’t have high hopes for Hasu Confections. However, their mille crêpes totally proved us wrong.

It was love at first bite.

If we were to do a blind taste test, we honestly would struggle to tell apart Lady M and Hasu Confections’ mille crêpes.

Each mille crêpe cake is characterised by 20 layers of paper-thin crepes and alternated with light pastry cream. They melted in our mouth instantaneously.

There are three flavours available, namely Original (S$6 per slice), Matcha (S$6 per slice) and Hazelnut (S$6 per slice).

Hasu Confections also serves other mouthwatering desserts. Their Strawberry Shortcake (S$7.50) is ultra light and tastes better than it looks.

Hasu Confections
1 Selegie Road
PoMo, #01-16
Singapore 188306
Tel: +65 6255 0346
Daily: 10.30am – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Dhoby Ghaut

We love strawberry shortcakes so much that we do not mind eating a slice every single day.

The pillowy sponge cake – alternated with layers of luscious whipped cream and juicy strawberries – makes a wonderful treat at any time of the day. The very first strawberry shortcake was created in Europe back in the 1500′s and today, the classic dessert has evolved tremendously. We now see countless of interpretations across the world.

From Henri Charpentier to Lady M Confections, here is our Guide to The Best Strawberry Shortcakes in Singapore that are worth the calories.

BOUFE

Boufe’s Strawberry Shortcake (S$8++) is an absolute delight. Plump strawberries are freshly imported from the United States and superior cream is imported from France. The end result is an airy light strawberry dessert with hints of citrus zest.

308 Tanglin Road
Phoenix Park
Singapore 247974
Tel: +65 6734 7656
Mon: Closed
Tue to Sun: 9am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Orchard/Redhill

CIEL PATISSERIE

Situated in the neighbourhod of Hougang, Ciel Patisserie’s location might seem unlikely for an artisanal French bakery, but their cakes will make a special trip worthwhile. Their bestselling Strawberry Shortcake (S$5.60) boasts a light sponge cake interspersed with sweet whipped cream and dewy strawberries.

124 Hougang Ave 1
#01-1444
Singapore 530124
Tel: +65 6383 0803
Mon: Closed
Tue to Thu: 11am – 8pm
Fri and Sat: 11am – 9pm
Sun: 3pm – 9pm
Nearest Station: Kovan/Serangoon

COLONY (PART OF BUFFET)

Goodness gracious! Colony’s Strawberry Shortcake took us by surprise. The velvety sponge cake – topped with superbly fresh strawberries and interlaced with more strawberries – is incredibly soft to the extent that it literally melts in your mouth.

Do note that the strawberry shortcake is part of Colony’s dinner buffet and it is on a rotation basis. Please check with the restaurant before going down.

Lvl 3, The Ritz-Carlton
Millenia Singapore
7 Raffles Avenue
Singapore 039799
Tel: +65 6434 5288
Mon to Sat: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Sun: 12pm – 3.30pm, 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Promenade

FLOR PÂTISSERIE

Extracting the best elements of French and Japanese baking ingredients, Flor Pâtisserie presents to cake lovers a fusion take on the good old strawberry shortcake and it is called Berry Berries (S$6.70). The handcrafted sponge cake is baked with seasonal strawberries and interweaved with Chantilly cream.

2 Duxton Hill #01-01
Singapore 089588
Tel: +65 6223 8628
Daily: 11am – 9pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

FOUR LEAVES

This is one comforting rendition we all grew up with. Four Leaves may be a bakery chain in Singapore, and there is no dine-in areas. But we’d gladly bring a slice of the Strawberry Shortcake home (S$3.80 per slice/ S$38 for a 1kg whole cake) to enjoy over Netflix. Soft, airy with strawberry bits, this is probably the most affordable version in this list!

Bugis Junction
200 Victoria Street #B1-14/15
Singapore 188021
Tel: +65 6337 4717
Nearest Station: Bugis

GLACE PÂTISSERIE

It was love at first bite when we sank our teeth into Glace Pâtisserie’s bestselling desserts, the almighty Strawberry Shortcake (S$5.40). The dainty cake is characterised by its utmost freshness; think fresh strawberries, fresh cream and freshly baked soft sponge.

12 Gopeng Street #01-33/34
ICON Village
Singapore 078877
Tel: +65 6400 0247
Mon to Fri: 11am – 7pm
Sat and Sun: 11am – 6pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

HASU CONFECTIONS

While Hasu Confections is known for its mille crêpe, it also serves other mouthwatering desserts. Their Strawberry Shortcake (S$7.50) is ultra light and tastes better than it looks.

1 Selegie Road
PoMo, #01-16
Singapore 188306
Tel: +65 6255 0346
Daily: 10.30am – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Dhoby Ghaut

HENRI CHARPENTIER

Hailing from Tokyo, Henri Charpentier is a renowned French-inspired Japanese pâtisserie that is now in Singapore. Their Strawberry Shortcake (S$9.50++) – coated and filled with whipped cream – is denser than usual Japanese sponge cakes and topped with generous amounts of fresh strawberries.

9A Dempsey Road
Singapore 247698
Tel: +65 6479 5518
Mon to Thu: 12pm – 7pm
Fri: 12pm – 11pm
Sat: 11am – 11pm
Sun: 11am – 7pm
Nearest Station: Queenstown

LADY M CONFECTIONS

Lady M is a modern cake boutique from New York City and everyone goes there for its famous original mille crepes. But we will take the Strawberry Shortcake (S$8.50++) any time. The vanilla sponge cake is created with the fine Japanese flour and completed with strawberry bits and whipped cream.

181 Orchard Road
Singapore 238896
Tel: +65 6509 3673
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

MEZZA9 DELI

One of our go-to places for takeout cakes is Grand Hyatt’s mezza9 deli. The Strawberry Shortcake (S$8++) sold here is consistently good and satisfaction is guaranteed. Here is an insider tipoff – mezza9 offers 50% discount off all cakes after 9pm each night. So yeah, believe it or not, you can actually get a slice of Strawberry Shortcake at just S$4!

Grand Hyatt Hotel
10 Scotts Road
Singapore 228211
Tel: +65 6732 1234
Daily: 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

PANTLER

This is a bonus. For something different from the usual strawberry shortcakes, Pantler has a different version and in the form of Mango Shortcake (S$7.50+). It consists of a moist sponge cake alternated with layers of fresh whipped cream and juicy mango slices. Highly recommended!

198 Telok Ayer Street
Singapore 068637
Tel: +65 6221 6223
Mon to Fri: 8.30am – 7pm
Sat: 10.30am – 5.30pm
Closed on Sundays
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

SUN MOULIN

Sun Moulin Bakery’s former venue at Iseten has closed down, but the Japanese brand has opened up a new store at VivoCity. While the bakery is famous for their excellent Japanese breads, it is the light and airy Strawberry Shortcake ($6++) that we would return religiously for.

1 Harbourfront Walk
B2-10 Vivocity
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6254 0565
Daily: 9.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Harbourfront

If you were a #90skid, Mini Melts is probably a name you are familiar with. Known for their adorable, molecular ice cream, the brand has just recently returned to Singapore after being gone for years.

The kaleidoscopic ice cream isn’t just cute, it’s also super Instagram-worthy. Some of the flavours currently available include Double Chocolate, Rainbow Ice, Cookies & Cream, Cotton Candy, Cheesecake and Strawberry Milk, all of which come in rainbow, pastel hues.

Quote ladyironchef or flash this post to enjoy Mini Melts Big at S$2.90 with any purchase at Mini Melts.

It is the tiniest ice cream on earth, and is made with natural ingredients, frozen in liquid nitrogen to create the milky, creamy texture that literally melts in the mouth. No prizes for guessing how the brand came up with its name.

Besides getting individual flavours, fans of the micro-sized ice cream can also pick two different Mini Melts flavours in the cap bowl, so you can get the best of both worlds!

But now, the brand is shaking things up by “upsizing” their mini ice cream bites by introducing the Mini Melts Big – available at the Mini Melts store in VivoCity.

50 times bigger than the size of the original Mini Melts, these larger balls of goodness come in three fresh fruity flavours. Grape Soda is a refreshing mix of sweet and sour, while the zesty Pineapple Orange is the perfect icy, summery treat to combat our sweltering heat. The Peach Kiwi flavour is also another refreshing option!

It might be 50 times larger, but the Mini Melts Big sorbet still remains bite-sized. They are also made with real juice and natural ingredients!

Now you know where we’ll be heading for refreshing pick-me-ups.

Mini Melts Singapore
#B2-K7 VivoCity
1 Harbourfront Walk, Singapore 098585
Daily: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Harbourfront

This post is brought to you by Mini Melts Singapore.

With all the colourful desserts and treats floating around social media, yet another one has joined the gang – galaxy donuts.

Yes, these crazily beautiful donuts are real and they are now available in Singapore. Created by the owner of popular Halal-certified cafe, The Lab SG, these galaxy donuts will be sold exclusively at Sinseh: The Grocery – just a few doors down from the cafe itself.

Also, these donuts can be customised to your preference! If you have specific colours or styles that you want, just walk into Sinseh: The Grocery during its opening hours to place your orders.

Because these donuts are new and exclusive, you would have to place your orders (quantity and collection time) via WhatsApp at +65 9875 7232. However, you can also walk into Sinseh: The Grocery to purchase (for small quantities only) but a lead time of one hour is needed.

A minimum purchase is imposed (check with the counter staff for the day’s limit) and customisation is only allowed for small batch orders. If you choose to eat it in store, you can add a scoop of ice cream and have a drizzle of chocolate sauce via an adorable syringe. Very photogenic indeed.

But are these just fads and yet another dessert that is nothing but food colouring and preservatives? We are having mixed thoughts; what about you?

Photos credit: The Lab SG’s Instagram page.

Sinseh: The Grocery
9 Jalan Pisang
#01-01
Singapore 199076
Tel: +65 6291 5743
Daily: 12pm – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Rochor

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There was a point in time when someone thought to put desserts inside flower pots, crush cookies or Oreo biscuits into bits to use as ‘soil’, and stick an artificial plant or flower on it because it looks pretty cool.

Granted, we were amused and delighted when we had our first “flower pot dessert”.

With cafes and restaurant following suit on this trend, we went on a mission to hunt down the best ones in Singapore. Some places squish cakes inside their pots, some simply use cream or other fillings; they are really pretty varied.

Nevertheless, these 5 Flower Pot Desserts in Singapore to Try have proven to us that they not only look good, but they have a taste that supersedes its slightly gimmicky physical shell.

#1 BANANA TREE

As one of the first flower pot desserts we ever tried, Banana Tree set the standards high with the Flower Paap (S$6.50).

Stuffed generously with banana pudding, the rich banana taste, Oreo soil and chocolate pebbles is a winning combination. The pudding had a nice texture and it went well with the crunchy bits scattered on top.

26 Keong Saik Road
Singapore 089133
Tel: +65 6221 5020
Tue to Sat: 11am – 9pm
Sun: 12pm – 7pm
Nearest Station: Outram Park

#2 DOUBLE SCOOPS

We cannot deny that this was not our favourite thing on the menu. However, since Double Scoops’ gelato is so fresh and fantastic, the whole dessert was actually worth the while.

The Gelato Flower Pot here is stuffed to the brim with a gelato of your choice, then finished off with Oreo soil, gummy worms and an adorable shovel spoon. The kids will love it!

Block 226A Ang Mo Kio Avenue 1 #01-627
Singapore 561226
Tel: +65 6452 0208
Sun to Thu: 12pm – 10pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Ang Mo Kio

#3 FART TARTZ CAFE

The flower pot desserts here are aptly named ‘Mud Tarts’ (S$5.50) and they come in a variation of flavours that vary from time to time. We have also read that some customers even reserve certain flavours in case it gets sold out early in the day!

Some flavours include Snickers Oreo Mud Tart, Mango Mud Tart and more. fArt tArtz also vary their designs of their mud tarts with different colourful artificial flowers.

#02-04 Hall 2, 1 Expo Drive
Singapore 486150
Tel: +65 9772 9780
Mon to Thu: 8am – 6pm
Fri to Sun: 8am – 8pm
Nearest station: Expo

#4 MEZZA9

The flower pot dessert at mezza9 in Grant Hyatt Singapore is one to marvel at and it is easily the best we’ve had in town.

The dessert (S$16) consists of caramel sea salt ice-cream, chocolate soil, mint leaves, flowers and berries, so essentially, it is a fancy bowl of ice cream sundae. And guess what? If you are having afternoon tea at 10 Scotts, this is a rotational item and if you are lucky enough, you can enjoy it free flow!

Grand Hyatt Singapore
10 Scotts Road
Singapore 228211
Tel: +65 6416 7322
Sun Brunch: 11.30am – 3pm
Daily: 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

#5 VANILLA BAR & CAFE

The Dirt Cake (S$9.90) did not exactly impress us when it reached our table because it paled in comparison in terms of presentation compared to the others on this list but it surprised us upon first bite.

The filling is of a plain rich cream cake and there was something about the overall taste of each bite that made it extra tasty. Can’t always judge a book by its cover, that’s right.

3 Boon Tat St #01-01
Singapore 069612
Tel: +65 6423 0366
Mon to Thu: 10.30am – 11pm
Fri: 11am – 12am
Sat: 11am – 9pm
Closed: Sun & PH
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

For more recommendations, read our ultimate guide to the best desserts in Singapore.

Xperience sits within the luxurious Sofitel So Singapore which is strategically located in the Central Business District (CBD) of Singapore.

The modern European restaurant is helmed by one of Singapore’s youngest and most charming executive chef, Trevor Paulo, who has a flair for recreating western classics with interesting local twists that has surely captured our hearts.

Chef Trevor Paulo’s unique culinary creations have successfully pushed the boundaries of traditional French cuisine, where his dishes have impressed even reputable 3-Michelin Starred Chefs such as Chef Christophe Muller and Chef Hideaki Matsuo. Despite all the glorious achievements, Chef Trevor remains down-to-earth and enjoys interacting with all his guests.

The next time you are in the CBD or need some surprises in your life, head down to Sofitel So Singapore’s Xperience Restaurant to experience Chef Trevor’s new menu. You will be in for a great time, we promise.

With its open-kitchen concept, it allows diners to catch the gastronomic team in action. Of course, Chef Trevor will be there to chat with you about his dishes, or about anything at all!

Xperience Restaurant is also an ideal venue for business luncheons and romantic date nights. We’ve been there on numerous occasions, and our favourite mood has to be dinner time, where the CBD crowd is non-existent, and the whole restaurant transforms into a sexy and intimate space for you to kick off your shoes, and simply relish the night with your date.

Every starter at Xperience Restaurant is truly a showstopper and the Spanner Crab (S$24++) is our favourite one among them all.

The fresh crustacean – integrated with wasabi mayonnaise – is garnished with edible flower petals, green herbs and seaweed crackers. The different textures of flavours had us devouring the entire entrée within seconds.

Poached Sweet Prawns (S$26++) is yet another stunning creation by Chef Trevor. The refreshing layers consist of fresh Granny Smith apple slices alternating with poached sweet prawns that are marinated with homemade ponzu.

Every mouthful packs a satisfying punch and we love how gorgeous it is plated with bonito flakes and pink edible floral petals. The precise ingredients vary according to season, so do expect a few tweaks here and there!

The Home Cured Salmon (S$24++) looks simple, but what do you know! Much effort has been channeled into attaining the fish’s overall superb taste and texture profile. Served with dollops of whipped yoghurt infused crème fraîche, fried capers, tobiko roe coated with gold powder, mirin pickled onions and almond truffle soil-looking earthy crumble, this dish is in fact a complicated one with varying flavours.

Just like that, Chef Trevor has redefined cured salmon. Impressive.

The Grilled Pork Pressa (S$36++) stole all the limelight with its delicious well-marbled meat. The prime pork cut has been marinated in duck fat and roasted over chargrill to medium rare doneness; the meat was so creamy and flavourful that everyone on the table did a double take and thought it was beef instead.

The smoky pork is complemented with asparagus, capsicum honey purée, pumpkin tuile, shallot confit and vanilla pumpkin purée. Such a colourful dish that reflects elements of winter and rusticness of all sorts.

We have two other mains to love and share.

The ‘Curried’ Lamb Shoulder confit (S$35++) utilizes the cut that extends to the neck. Marinated in a myriad of spices, the meat is sous-vide for 36 hours to achieve a melt-in-your-mouth texture.

The lamb main is then complemented with carrot purée, fresh peas and goat cheese crumble. Love the play of flavours and colours using vegetables to tone down the gaminess of the meat.

The Braised Short Rib (S$35++) is another stellar highlight of Xperience Restaurant’s new menu. The fork-tender braised beef short rib is robust in flavour, and is further enhanced with Bordelaise sauce, green tea purée, roasted baby beetroot and three knob celery cubes.

Fun fact about the celeriac in case you are brushing it off already – each celeriac is cooked and presented in a different flavour – namely grilled salt, smoked salt and Vadouvan – so that every bite is a surprise.

Just when you think the show is only on the entrées and mains, wait till you see the desserts. Chef Trevor and his pastry chef will make you rethink Xperience Restaurant’s already popular desserts with his innovation and brilliance; they are works of art to say the least.

The Araguani Chocolate Dome (S$22++) is a theatrical crowd pleaser, where lukewarm pistachio and vanilla bean crémeux is poured over the sphere, and voila! The 72% dark chocolate sphere opens in a dramatic manner, revealing the Madagascar vanilla and hazelnut praline ice-cream inside.

For an exotic tropical dessert, we highly recommend the ‘Flexi’ Coconut Ganache (S$19++).

This visually stunning deconstructed treat features flexible coconut agar-infused gelatine, and is accompanied with chilli-marinated pineapple slices, noisette butter chip and artisanal goreng pisang ice-cream. The ice-cream is made from scratch with local pisang barangan bananas, a local twist done with European flair.

The Tasmanian Pepper Meringue Spike (S$20++) is the prettiest of the lot, and is definitely Vogue-worthy. The dome comprises basil cream, greek yogurt, olive oil sponge, roasted persimmon ice-cream and tomato jam.

Dressed in attention-grabbing blue and white meringue spikes, this dessert stole our hearts and we will totally return to Xperience Restaurant just for it.

These 9 dishes executed with masterly finesse are a great representation of what diners can anticipate at Sofitel So Singapore’s Xperience Restaurant.

Each dish is a photogenic masterpiece that Chef Trevor proudly presents, and if you have the chance to grab Chef Trevor, speak to him. He always has stories about his food and inspirations to share, and his passion for culinary is burning through every word. We are nothing short of impressed by him.

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Xperience Restaurant
35 Robinson Road
Sofitel So Singapore, Level 1
Singapore 068876
Tel: +65 6701 6800
Daily: 6.30am – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Raffles Place/Telok Ayer

This post is brought to you by Sofitel So Singapore.

So good, you would want to lick them off your screen. That is why we say these are the Prettiest Desserts in Singapore That You Must Try At Least Once In Your Life.

Or twice. Or thrice. Or just worship them forever.

Desserts are sweet endings to our meals; well, they can be sweet beginnings too. Desserts are divine, and they lift our spirits up like no other. We are always enthralled by the idea of a pretty dessert – one that we cannot wait to dig in to, yet have to capture a thousand and one photos of it in different angles before we eat them, so that we can remember the moments forever.

Do you feel the same way too? Then you have to read this list for the Prettiest Desserts in Singapore That You Must Try At Least Once In Your Life.

#1 BANANA TREE – FLOWER POT DESSERT

Because eating from plates and bowls are too mainstream, we now dig in to flower pots!

26 Keong Saik Road
Singapore 089133
Tel: +65 6221 5020
Tue to Sat: 11am – 9pm
Sun: 12pm – 7pm
Nearest Station: Outram Park

#2 CAKE SPADE – #OVERTHETOP MILKSHAKE

This #OverTheTop Milkshake is topped with a “salad” of fluffy Cotton Candy, a slice of Red Velvet Cake, Old-school Biscuits, Grape Wafer Biscuits, lots of Nutella Rainbow Sprinkles with a Vanilla milkshake as the base.

Orchid Hotel
1 Trans Link, #01-06
Singapore 078867
Tel: +65 6444 3868
Mon to Thu: 12pm – 9pm
Fri to Sun: 12pm – 10:30pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

#3 HOSHINO COFFEE – PANCAKE SOUFFLÉ

Enjoy the best of both worlds with this cross-breed of soufflé and pancake.

Capitol Piazza #B2-55
15 Stamford Road
Singapore 178906
Tel: +65 6384 5131
Daily: 10.30am – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: City Hall

#4 LOKKEE – BACON DELIGHT

Butterscotch and bacon infused ice-cream sitting in a deep-fried hot crunchy bread bowl drizzled with raspberry and chocolate sauce. Oh. My. God.

Plaza Singapura
#03-01, 68 Orchard Road
Singapore 238839
Tel: +65 6884 4566
Daily: 11.30am – 3pm, 5.30pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Dhoby Ghaut

#5 POOL GRILL – BANOFFEE

The crumbly crust, the sweet toffee and the bananas all came together beautifully in this Banoffee.

310 Orchard Road
Singapore 238865
Mon to Thu, Sun: 11am – 10pm
Fri & Sat: 11am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

#6 SINPOPO – JACKFRUIT TEA CAKE

Do not belittle this tea cake; its wonderful sweetness pays homage to the amazing tropical fruit and it is a one-of-a-kind cake!

458 Joo Chiat Rd
Singapore 427671
Tel: +65 6345 5034
Tue to Thu, Sun: 12pm – 10pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 12am
(Closed on Mondays)
Nearest Station: Dakota

#7 SYNC – MATCHA CHOCOLATE LAVA CAKE

Greens are good for you, right? So is this Matcha Chocolate Lava Cake!

Serangoon Garden Estate
12 Maju Ave
Singapore 556690
Tel: +65 6282 0612
Daily: 11am – 12am
Nearest Station: Serangoon/Lorong Chuan

#8 TART BLANC – BLUEBERRY LAVENDER CHOCOLATE TART

Sounds complicated. Just eat the tart after you’ve photographed it. We assure you, you will love it.

Millenia Walk, 9 Raffles Boulevard #01-102
Singapore 039596
Tel: +65 6238 6893
Mon to Thu: 10.30am – 9pm
Fri: 10.30am – 9.30pm
Sat: 11am – 9.30pm
Sun: 11am – 9pm
Nearest Station: Promenade

#9 THE COLD PANTRY – ROOT BEER WAFFLES

I see what you did there.

131 Rangoon Road
Singapore 218409
Tel: +65 9179 7266
Mon to Thu: 12pm – 9pm
Fri to Sun: 12pm – 10pm
(Closed on Tuesdays)
Nearest Station: Farrer Park

Read: Here’s a compilation of the prettiest cakes that we have tried in Singapore.