Living in the heartlands of Singapore does not mean artisanal gelato is inaccessible. Barely a year old, Double Scoops is an artisanal gelato cafe situated right in the heartlands of Ang Mo Kio, offering premium low-fat gelato at very reasonable prices, alongside a plethora of desserts.

Gelato is always a good idea, especially with Singapore’s humidity. Gelato is loved for being a healthier option as opposed to ice cream because of the lower fat content and use of better ingredients.

This humble gelato parlour has won us over with their no-frills concept that focuses on serving quality desserts. From now till 31 March 2016, readers of ladyironchef can flash this post or quote “ladyironchef” to enjoy 50% OFF the 2nd Waffle/ Shibuya Toast (of same value or lower) purchased from Mondays to Fridays.

The cafe takes up one shop space along the row of shophouses and is a cosy and modern space amidst the rustic neighbourhood charm. The interior is minimalistic yet comforting – great for a midday or post-meal hang out spot over sweet treats, coffee and light savoury bites.

We love how the cafe is so ideal for photos. Natural sunlight streams in through the glass panels in the day. Every table is evenly spaced out and nobody will feel intruded. Potted plants are placed sporadically. Light music on the loop. The brick wall makes a great backdrop for our desserts.

Among the many, Double Scoops is indeed the best artisanal gelato cafe in Ang Mo Kio.

LOW-FAT GELATO WITH ONLY 8% FAT

Double Scoops makes their own gelato in-house daily. Smooth and fresh, the flavours are aplenty. Some are on rotational basis, but the mainstays that you totally have to try include Thai Milk Tea, Baileys, Sea Salt Gula Melaka, Orh Nee and Speculoos.

If it is your lucky day, you might have a chance with the limited flavours of Salted Egg Yolk and Matcha Kit Kat.

The gelato are good on their own, and can be served in cups or cones. But to up the game, we say go for the waffles and thick toast with ice cream. Double Scoops – but of course, right? No pun intended.

FUN DRINKS

Your regular selection of coffee is available, starting from S$4. Brewed tea ranges from Chamomile to Peppermint. But for some fun, we suggest going right for a Soda Float (S$4.50) or an Ice Cream Shake (S$6 with a choice of 2 scoops).

An Ice Cream Shake is a great to-go option if you are in a little rush to sit down for a scoop of gelato. Talk about best summer treats!

SHIBUYA TOASTS

Everyone’s no stranger to thick toasts, yes? We love ours topped off with ice cream. Double Scoops offers two choices – a classic Shibuya Honey Toast (S$10) and a Nutella Banana Toast (S$11), each with one scoop of gelato of choice.

While honey toasts are evergreen, it was the Nutella one that tugged our heartstrings. But of course, right? Nutella is always wonderful, especially when lavishly drizzled over a thick toast alongside smooth, premium gelato. We had ours with a scoop of Earl Grey Lavender ice cream and the fragrance sure balanced out the sweetness of the dessert.

We do recommend sharing the toast as the serving is really generous!

WAFFLE SELECTIONS

You can have both Charcoal Waffle (S$5.50) and Classic Waffle (S$3.60) here.

With the rise of sexy black desserts, we were initially more drawn to the former. However, we actually preferred the batter on the classic waffle as it was fluffier and more fragrant, with a nice crisp exterior.

That is not to say that the charcoal waffle option is to be overlooked though. If you want something more interestingly-flavoured, this is it. Accompanied with a beautiful rich valrhona white chocolate ganache sauce, the charcoal waffle is also jazzed up with crunchy maple pecan granola and strawberry bits.

You can choose to top up your waffles with a single, double or triple scoop (S$3.30, S$5.80, S$8.80 respectively) of gelato. The more the merrier, of course!

You can also top-up for caramelised bananas and popcorn alongside your gelato. The caramelised bananas were torched well and added a nice textural variation to the classic waffles and ice cream dish.

A premium gelato flavour that we enjoyed our waffles with is the Bailey’s flavour. We have had many Bailey’s ice cream and gelato in our lives, and this by far, took first place for us. The flavour and texture were just right, and the alcohol was generous yet did not overpower.

CHOCOLATE LAVA CAKE

Need cake?

The Chocolate Lava Cake here at Double Scoops is pretty decent. It comes with a drizzle of raspberry sauce and your pick of gelato. This is best eaten immediately for the nice mixture of warm chocolate fudge and cold ice cream, and when your lava still flows.

GELATO FLOWER POT

The Gelato Flower Pot here may be nothing to shout about, but your kids are definitely going to love it. Your gelato of choice is packed into a mini plastic ‘flower pot’ and topped off with bits of crushed oreo and served with gummy worms.

We like the thoughtful touches of a plastic ‘spade’ spoon and garnishing of a herb as the ‘leaves’ of the plant.

50% OFF DESSERTS AT DOUBLE SCOOPS

From now till 31 March 2016, readers of ladyironchef can flash this post or quote “ladyironchef” to enjoy 50% OFF the 2nd Waffle/ Shibuya Toast (of same value or lower) purchased from Mondays to Fridays.

Double Scoops
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

This post is brought to you by Double Scoops.

Trends come and go, our preferences in life change all the time, but for some unbeknownst reason, salted egg yolk-anything is always a favourite. We don’t know if it is solely a Singapore thing, but we are just so thankful to whoever decided to put the eggs through the brining process. Everything is better with salted egg yolk; that is just about right.

And we want to profess our love for salted egg yolk anything. Here, we have a list of Singapore’s Must-Try Salted Egg Yolk Dishes. Join us in this epicurean journey as we glorify the highly-coveted preserved egg and embrace all its goodness!

TSURAI SPICY SALTED EGG FISH SKIN

Tsurai Spicy Salted Egg Fish Skin is the newest fish skin snack in the market and quite possibly one of the best fish skin snacks in Singapore. Any time is a good time for fish skin. This is one of the best things to snack on.

The Salted Egg fish skin snack is one flavour that will please everyone, and it will never go wrong. So good, you can eat it on its own. Or use it as dunks for your steamboat! The Salted Egg flavour is slightly spicy, so the kids may want to go easy on this.

Source: Antoinette’s Facebook

ANTOINETTE PATISSERIE SALTED EGG YOLK CROISSANT

The original salted egg yolk croissant was first created by Urban Bakery Works in Hong Kong. The trend has been catching up in our region, with Antoinette joining Flavours Fling Cafe the liu sha croissant battle in Singapore.

Antoinette’s Salted Yolk Lava Croissant (S$6.50) is now available at their Penhas store from 11am. On 10 Feb, it will start to sell the croissants at the Mandarin Gallery and Sofitel So Singapore outlets at 1pm daily.

30 Penhas Road
Singapore 208188
Mon to Thu: 11am – 10pm
Fri: 11am – 11pm
Sat: 10am – 11pm
Sun: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Lavender

ARBITE CAFE SALTED EGG YOLK FRIES

Fries all day, every day. All the better if they are coated with salted egg yolk sauce! Arbite dishes up a really mean serving for less than S$10, so this works really well as a sharing dish. Even better if you have it all to yourself. Huh, what sore throat?

66 Serangoon Garden Way
Singapore 555962
Tel: +65 6287 0430
Tue to Fri: 11.30am – 3pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Sat & Sun: 11am – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Serangoon

BEER MARKET SALTED EGG YOLK PIZZA

Strategically located at the bustling Clarke Quay, Beer Market is not your ordinary pub. Or bar. Beer Market is a place that is committed to offering a myriad of beers and a comprehensive food menu. The Salted Egg Yolk Pizza (S$21.90) has our votes. Be sure to get the sinfully good Salted Egg Yolk Wings.

#01-17 & #02-02, Clarke Quay
3B River Valley Road
Singapore 179021
Tel: +65 9661 8283
Sun to Thu (Except Mon): 6pm – 1am
Fri & Sat: 6pm – 3am
Eve of PH: 6pm – 3am
Nearest Station: Clarke Quay

DRURY LANE CREAMY SALTED EGG YOLK EGGS BENEDICT

Eggs Benedict is mainstream no more because the people at Drury Lane have got some tricks up their sleeves. Why, of course! Do a salted egg yolk sauce instead of the ubiquitous Hollandaise! And instead of the usual ham, you get fried bacon! We suggest you hide your weighing scale before you head down to Drury Lane.

Drury Lane
94 Tanjong Pagar Road
Singapore 088515
Tel: +65 6222 6698
Mon, Wed & Thu: 9am to 8.30pm
Fri: 9am – 10pm
Sat & Sun: 10am – 6pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

FAT CAT ICE CREAM BAR CHARCOAL WAFFLES WITH SALTED EGG YOLK SAUCE

This waffle needs no introduction by now, right? Also listed in our Guide to Most Unique Waffles in Singapore, FATCAT does it right with their Charcoal Waffles with Salted Egg Yolk Sauce (S$11.50 with a scoop of premium ice cream). A real treat to combat the heat, while seeking solace in heavenly salted egg yolk sauce.

Bedok North Avenue 2
#01-25 Block 416
Singapore 460416
Tel: +65 8201 1201
Mon, Wed to Thu, Sun: 1pm – 10pm
Fri & Sat: 1pm -11pm
(Closed on Tue)
Nearest Station: Bedok

IMPERIAL TREASURE FINE DINING SALTED EGG YOLK SQUID

Sure, salted egg yolk squid is getting pretty ubiquitous and it is not that unreachable. But few places do their salted egg yolk dishes as well as Imperial Treasure Fine Dining. The Salted Egg Yolk Squid (S$22) is our pick, but if you are not a fan of squid, go for the Salted Egg Yolk Prawns (S$28)

Now, you have to trust us on this because we’ve been there many times and they never disappoint. Totally worth the splurge!

#L2-04, Marina Bay Sands
10 Bayfront Avenue
Singapore 018972
Tel: +65 6688 7788
Daily: 11.30am – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Bayfront

MITZO DEEP-FRIED PRAWNS WITH SALTED EGG YOLK

If you don’t already know, Mitzo is the sexiest Chinese restaurant in town, and one that had us falling head over heels in love with with a recent visit. In its menu of delicate Cantonese dishes sits the unassuming Deep-fried Prawns with Salted Egg Yolk. A classic rendition of the local favourite; date nights just got tastier. Literally.

270 Orchard Road
Grand Park Orchard
Singapore 238857
Tel: +65 6603 8855
Daily: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm to 12midnight
Nearest Station: Somerset

OPERATION DAGGER SALTED EGG YOLK COCKTAIL

Even with an address, locating the bar is a task in itself. This under-the-radar speakeasy has no signs, so keep your eyes peeled for their logo scrawled on the wall. And when you finally find them, treat yourself to a Salted Egg Yolk Cocktail (S$25)!

7 Ann Siang Hill
Singapore 069791
Tel: +65 9296 4704
Tue to Sat: 6pm to 12am
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

NO SIGNBOARD SALTED EGG YOLK CRAB

No Signboard is a stalwart in Singapore. Famed for their seafood, No Signboard is the place to bring your overseas guests to for a truly local-style indulgent, and please do not do that without ordering the Salted Egg Yolk Crab, ok?

414 Geylang Road
Singapore 389392
Tel: +65 6842 3415
Daily: 12pm – 1am
Nearest Station: Aljunied

SIN LEE FOODS SWEET POTATO FRIES WITH SALTED EGG YOLK SAUCE

This retro-themed cafe has been getting quite a bit of attention for their concise but impressive menu. Don’t expect your typical cafe fare; you won’t get it there. But their creations are worth the trip down, especially their famous Sweet Potato Fries with Salted Egg Yolk Sauce.

4 Jalan Bukit Ho Swee
Singapore 162004
Tel: +65 6377 3170
Tue to Fri: 11am – 9pm
Sat: 9.30am – 9pm
Sun: 9.30am – 6pm
Nearest Station: Tiong Bahru

SINPOPO SALTED EGG YOLK COOKIES

Sinpopo’s Prosperity Hamper (S$88) will include 1 Gula Melaka Cake (5×5?), 2 bottles of Sinpopo Sugee Biscuit and 2 bottles of the Salted Egg Yolk Cookies - with 8 Mandarin oranges to complete, no less.

The Salted Egg Yolk Cookies are Sinpopo’s newest creation and they combine the best in a butter cookie with the much loved fragrance of salted egg yolk and curry leaves.

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

TASTE GOOD SALTED EGG YOLK CHICKEN

Taste Good at Sim Lim Square does a salted egg yolk chicken that is served with a fried egg atop rice. Every bite had us falling in love, and the richness and creaminess of the salted egg yolk that combines with the crispiness of the chicken is totally to die for.

Sim Lim Square #02-04
Singapore 188504
Tel: +65 6336 6298
Nearest Station: Bugis

TART BLANC SALTED EGG YOLK TART

This cute little patisserie that specialises in tarts deserves a huge shout-out. Sitting inside Millenia Walk, Tart Blanc is a real gem. The tarts are baked fresh daily, and there are different surprises every day. Of course, if you see the Salted Egg Yolk Tart (S7.50), you know that is the one to go for.

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

THE REFINERY SALTED EGG YOLK ONION RINGS

The Refinery’s Salted Egg Yolk Onion Rings had us at hello. Thick cuts of onions coated with beer batter, deep fried, then lavishly coated with salted egg yolk sauce… no, you better taste it for yourself and enlighten us – what adjective is better than ‘best’?

115 King George’s Avenue #01-02
Singapore 208561
Tel: +65 6293 1204
Tue to Thu: 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 12midnight
Fri: 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 1am
Sat: 11am – 4pm, 6pm – 1am
Sun: 11am – 4pm
Nearest Station: Lavender

TIAN WAI TIAN SALTED EGG YOLK PORK RIBS

This unassuming eatery is ever crowded. Well-loved for their fish head steamboat, a meal here is local-like and fuss-free, but most comforting. And we need you to know this – they serve the best Salted Egg Yolk Pork Ribs (S$10) in Singapore. Absolutely nothing beats this!

1383 Serangoon Road
Singapore 328254
Tel: +65 9172 2833
Mon to Fri: 11am – 2pm, 6pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Boon Keng/Potong Pasir

TOM PALATE SALTED EGG YOLK ICE CREAM

At Tom’s Palette, all ice cream are made in-house with less cream, sugar and less air beaten in for a richer taste. Having the Salted Egg Yolk Ice Cream (S$3.20) is like eating spoonfuls of smooth salted egg yolk custard, with textures similar to that of Italian gelato.

Tom’s Palette
Shaw Towers
100 Beach Road
Singapore 189702
Tel: +65 6296 5239
Mon to Thurs: 12pm – 9:30pm
Fri to Sat: 12pm – 10pm
Sun: 1pm – 7pm (Closed on the last Sunday of the month)
Nearest MRT: Bugis

TUNGLOK SIGNATURE SALTED EGG YOLK FISH SKIN

We always love a good dim sum meal at TungLok Signatures, but apart from the regular suspects, we need to have a serving of this Crispy Fish Skin with Salted Egg Yolk (S$10) on our table. Better than potato chips, this has us munching non-stop!

1 Harbourfront Walk, VivoCity #01-57
Singapore 098585
Tel: +65 6376 9555
Mon to Sat: 11.30am – 3pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Sun & Public Holidays: 11am – 3.30pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Harbourfront

TWENTY GRAMMES CHARCOAL WAFFLES WITH HOMEMADE SALTED EGG YOLK SAUCE

Besides Fatcat Ice Cream Bar, another place that you should try is Twenty Grammes. The Charcoal Waffle (S$8.50) at Twenty Grammes was definitely on point. The crisp outer layer, coupled with the addition of an ultra-rich and slightly thicker salted egg yolk sauce, is such a divine combination. The sauce is served in a huge and generous pot and we could not have been delighted and satisfied. It is an additional S$3.50 for one scoop of ice cream on top and S$6.50 for two.

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

7KICKSTART LIU SHA FRENCH TOAST

7Kickstart Cafe at the Singapore Art Museum has been gaining popularity for its Liu Sha French Toast (S$13). The generous portion of salted egg yolk sauce was divine; creamy and savoury, with that slight hint of sweetness.

71 Bras Basah Road
Singapore 189555
Tel: +65 8389 7877
Mon & Tue: 8am – 8pm
Wed to Fri: 8am – 10pm
Sat: 10am – 8pm
Sun: 10am – 6pm
Nearest Station: Bras Basah

With ice-cream parlours sprouting up at almost every corner of Singapore, it triggers our curiosity even further to get our hands on their latest creations. Very often, we are in search of the very ice cream that will leave us in awe with its out-of-the-world flavours.

They say ice cream makes people happy, but we believe that with an added touch of creativity, it will send your endorphins trickling with excitement.

From Salted Egg Yolk Ice Cream to savoury Bacon Ice Cream, we are here to make the calories count. Join us on this journey to discover some of the Uncommon Ice Cream Flavours in Singapore that will rock your world.

#1 APPLE PIE – ISLAND CREAMERY

Priced at S$3.50 per scoop, expect to find apple bits and biscuit crumbles in this cup of goodness. Being one of the first ice cream parlours in Singapore, Island Creamery is home to countless of interesting ice cream flavours suited to the Singaporean taste buds. During Chinese New Year, they also serve seasonal flavours such as Pineapple Tart ice cream.

Island Creamery
Holland Village Shopping Mall
3 Lorong Liput, #01-02
Singapore 277725
Tel: +65 6466 6865
Sun to Thu: 11am – 10pm
Fri, Sat, Eve and PH: 11am – 11pm
Nearest MRT: Holland Village

#2 SALTED EGG YOLK – TOM’S PALETTE

At Tom’s Palette, all ice cream are made in-house with less cream, sugar and less air beating-in for richer tastes. Having the Salted Egg Yolk Ice Cream (S$3.20) is like eating spoonfuls of smooth salted egg yolk custard, with textures similar to that of Italian gelato.

Since you are able to choose 2 flavours in a cup, you might want to opt for their Sarsi Vanilla Float Ice Cream or their Soy Bean and You Tiao Ice Cream!

Tom’s Palette
Shaw Towers
100 Beach Road
Singapore 189702
Tel: +65 6296 5239
Mon to Thu: 12pm – 9:30pm
Fri to Sat: 12pm – 10pm
Sun: 1pm – 7pm (Closed on the last Sun of the month)
Nearest MRT: Bugis

#3 ROSE PU’ER – SERIOUSLY ICE CREAM

Located at Everton Park, Seriously Ice Cream is both an ice cream parlour and a retail store selling accessories and apparels. The Rose Pu’er Ice Cream (S$3.50) exuded strong fragrances of Pu’er tea and had a thick consistency throughout.

Seriously Ice Cream
4 Everton Park, #01-44
Singapore 080004
Tel: +65 9621 6889
Mon, Wed to Thu: 11am – 9pm
Fri to Sat: 11am – 11pm
Sun: 11am – 9pm
(Closed on Tue)
Nearest MRT: Outram Park

#4 PEANUT AND KIDNEY BEAN – YILI PAOPAO ICE

Originated from Taiwan’s Shilin Market, the ice shavings at YiLi PaoPao Ice is blended with natural ingredients and is without cream for a healthier choice. The Peanut and Kidney Bean flavour consists of peanut shaved ice and smooth kidney beans – an unconventional pairing but so well done that it is also a crowd’s favourite. Customers can match any two ice shavings at an affordable price of S$4.95.

Yili PaoPao Ice
Orchard Central, #B2-05
Singapore 238896
Tel: +65 8275 6001
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest MRT: Somerset

#5 THAI MILK TEA – CREAMIER

Found in a neighbourhood setting, Creamier has been making its name with its signature waffles and an extensive range of ice cream. Their Thai Milk Tea Ice Cream (S$3) is made with Ceylon tea brew, with its taste being light and mellow. This will be perfect for an afternoon treat!

Creamier
128 Lorong 1 Toa Payoh
Singapore 310128
Tel: +65 6250 1476
Tue to Thur: 12pm – 10pm
Fri to Sat: 12pm – 11pm
Sun: 12pm – 10pm
(Closed on Mon)
Nearest MRT: Toa Payoh or Braddell

#6 BACON – OMB (OH MY BACON)

Bacon lovers, this will be your heaven. Made with red bean cream, milk, and brown sugar, this glorious savoury Bacon Ice Cream (S$5) has bacon slices stuffed sufficiently in every nook and cranny of the ice cream. You will be sure to scoop up a handful of savory bacon with every spoonful, and be amazed by how the medley of sweet and savoury can come together so beautifully.

OMB (Oh My Bacon)
7 Dunlop Street
Singapore 209337
Tel: +65 6635 2633
Tue to Fri: 12pm – 10pm
Sat to Sun: 10am – 10pm
(Closed on Mon)
Nearest MRT: Little India

#7 oKAYAlah! – THE DAILY SCOOP

Think your favourite Kaya spread served in the form of ice-cream. The smooth Kaya Ice Cream (S$3.50) at The Daily Scoop tickled our local taste buds and left quite an impression. We were even fantasising about bagging it home and spreading it atop a slice of bread. Other unique flavours include their Passion Pinada made with a trio of tropical fruits – Pineapple, Passionfruit, and Mango. Yum!

The Daily Scoop
Chip Bee Gardens, #01-78
Singapore 278115
Tel: +65 6475 3128
Mon to Thu: 11am – 10pm
Fri to Sat: 11am – 10:30pm
Sun: 2pm – 10pm
Nearest MRT: Holland Village

#8 SALTED SPECULOOS – UDDERS

Udders is no stranger to any dessert connoisseurs out there, with its range of freshly made ice cream and its famed liqueur ice cream conceptions. The Salted Speculoos Ice Cream (S$3.80) is made with brown butter base with huge slices Lotus cookies sandwiched in between. Salted Caramel swirls were also added in for an elevated savoury kick!

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

#9 PARMA HAM AND MELON – DESSERT PROJECT

It might seem challenging to convert such an intricate ingredient to an ice cream flavour, but the people at Dessert Project aced it with their Melon Parma Ham Ice Cream (S$4.50). The bits of ham left a piquant aftertaste which did not steal the limelight from the melon ice cream base. Be sure to try out their other creations such as White Truffle, White Rabbit Candy and After Eight.

Dessert Project
22 Havelock Road, #01-673
Singapore 160022
Tel: +65 8113 5385
Mon to Thu: 11am – 10pm
Fri to Sat: 11am – 11pm
Sun: 12am – 10pm
Nearest MRT: Tiong Bahru

#10 GRAPE YAKULT YOGHURT – MERELY’S ICE CREAM

Grape Yakult is undeniably a childhood favourite for most of us, and Merely Ice Cream did a fine job in reinventing the drink with a healthier twist. The Grape Yakult Yoghurt Ice Cream (S$3.50) charmed us with its slushie-like texture and light flavours which would be the excellent dessert after a meal – much like the health drink itself!

Merely’s Ice Cream
Sunshine Plaza
91 Bencoolen Street, #01-13
Singapore 189652
Tel: +65 6238 0890
Mon to Sat: 12pm – 11pm
(Closed on Sun)
Nearest MRT: Bras Basah

About the writer:
Cassandra is a staff writer for ladyironchef. During her free time, she fuels her passion for fashion through shopping and indulges in all things food. She loves anything egg related and is always ready for a cafe-hopping adventure.