Hakata Sugar Butter Sand Tree

 

An unexpected good find on Shopee! Presenting Hakata Sugar Butter Sand Tree, Amou Strawberry version! I love it that the biscuit part is made of puff pastry biscuit, making this snack unique. And just one light bite on the crispy biscuit, it breaks into mouth and melts into buttery goodness.The light saltiness of the biscuit perfectly complements the sweet cream sugar filling. And the strong aroma of real Amou strawberries makes me love this creation even more.

Country of Origin: Japan

Where to get this: https://shopee.sg/product/640881509/19740236780?smtt=0.147269227-1663927036.9

Okinawa Brown Sugar Coated Walnuts

 

How to enjoy nutritious food like walnuts that is great for the brain: by getting Okinawa Brown Sugar Coated Walnuts! The black sugar really adds that addictive touch to the walnuts and soften the texture a bit so that it is easy to bite. Perfect for the whole family to enjoy.

Country of Origin: Japan

Where to get this: https://shopee.sg/product/786118443/19928716325?smtt=0.147269227-1663343476.9

Tohoshokuhin Sesame Seasoning

 

How to make your plain rice delicious in an instant: by adding Tohoshokuhin Sesame Seasoning! So good that you can eat the rice on its own, if this seasoning is added. Nutty aroma of sesame, tangy taste plus herbs, the taste is multifaceted enough to make the meals taste exciting.

Country of Origin: Japan

Where to get this: https://shopee.sg/product/230981026/20132853294?smtt=0.147269227-1663343429.9

Kanimen Senbei

Not salty but super flavourful, it is literally bursting with umami from the crab. And it is very crispy. I highly recommend this. One of my favourites. Everyone who tried it, loves it.

Country of Origin: Japan

Where to get this: https://shopee.sg/product/230981026/20132853294?smtt=0.147269227-1663343115.9

Beard Papa's - Super Crispy Creamy Puffs

This puff surprises me on how crispy it is! And I love it. The crispiness contrasts so well with the smooth creamy custard to add variation to the texture of the overall puff. The cream cheese tart is also good.

Melon Pan is the best! Crispy sugar biscuit top goes perfectly with the custard.

The flavour of the month concept is very interesting and refreshing. There is always something to look forward to each month 😉

January has Singaporean’s favourite: Durian! Specially for durian fans.

February's Strawberry Puff is not only of a lovely shade of pink, it tastes lovely too with the sweet and tart taste of strawberry plus the sweet aroma of strawberries. The Cheesecake version is even better. Definitely one of my favourite flavours.

March’s Melon custard is full of sweet floral aroma of melon. I love it!

April’s flavour is Sakura, which is milder and more earthy in taste. The box is super pretty.

May features a very unique flavour of Organic Acai Berry. The slightly tart berry taste of Acai makes the puff a real surprising delight to enjoy.

June is full of summer zest with Peach Melba flavour. The delicate sweetness of peach with a light flora aroma is highlighted by the tang of raspberry. A delightful treat.

July is the month to say Sawasdee ka to Thai Tea puff … in 2022 only. 2023 July has Kit Kat flavour instead, which I have no interest in trying. So no comment on its taste. I never like anything with oreo, kit kat, etc, basically super commercial snacks added in.

August have White Peach flavour. I love it the sweet aroma of Peach!

September’s Autumn special of Chestnut is full of toasted earthy aroma due to the use of Japanese chestnuts. Also highly recommend! This is for 2022.

October’s Halloween special of Kyoho grape puff is so good … and they even have bits of grape flesh added in 😋

November has Salted Caramel. It is sweeter, but the salt balances the taste nicely. 

December welcomes the festive mood with Pistachio flavour. I love the vegetal nutty flavour of Pistachio here.

Stay tuned for updates on flavours of the months.

The Rusk here may look unassuming, but it is actually buttery and super crispy and flaky. Worth a try!

Thoughts: Awesome quick dessert to get to satisfy sugar cravings

Geláre - Nice, small place to chill out

Spotted this place when I was just looking for a comfortable place to pass time before my appointment 2 hours later, and this little stall caught my eye.

I like the presentation of the food here. Lemon tea, which is of the right sweetness, not overly so, is served in jar-like mug. And the ice-cream scoops are moulded into cute half cone shape before being presented on the glass boat. Strawberry ice-cream here is very good: awesomely creamy and full of real strawberries.

It is pretty small space in AMK Hub, but good for chill-out with a good friend or two since the the turquoise sofa chairs are super cozy. And the service staff is very friendly to make one feel at ease.

Thoughts: Great place to chill out with friends when at AMK Hub.

Link to check out the location of the branches

Fujiya Country Ma’am Season Limited Hokkaido melon soft chocolate chip cookies

I love these cookies because they are moist due to real melon custard added within the soft cookie dough. Easy to finish all in one go.

Country of Origin: Japan

Where to get this: https://shopee.sg/product/786118443/19014758545?smtt=0.147269227-1662867101.9

Rondele Garlic Cheese Spread

Creamy and filled with the beloved pungent aroma of garlic plus lots of herbs, this cream cheese spread is bursting with flavours. So creamy that it tastes like mascarpone. Good as bread spread or go with omelette or finger food. Be adventurous and try it with other stuff!

Country of Origin: France

Where to get this: NTUC Supermarkets' Fine Selection Section

Hakata Hiroko 5 colors story

 

Super cute chicks! Best to eat these with a cup of tea. My favourite got to be the strawberry one since it is full of strawberry aroma plus a bit of tangy flavour of real strawberries. Sakura is pretty good too.

Country of Origin: Japan

Where to get this: https://shopee.sg/product/640881509/19706765895?smtt=0.147269227-1661525173.9