Hanare caught my attention because of Kamameshi, one of the few Japanese dishes that I had only tried once about eight years ago. And this is quite a rarity in Singapore. I’m eager to try authentic Kamameshi because I remember how good it was and I can imagine how good mixed rice slow-cooked in iron pot over stone stove can be. Yes, the novelty of it also attracted me.
And yup, the food here meets my expectations and is a must-try for foodies.
The interior of the restaurant is of clean design with Japanese Cedar and Zen as its basis. A conducive environment to enjoy food. Service is efficient and nice. Definitely a place I love to introduce my friends and family to because the Kamameshi here is an awesome pure comfort food that will please most local palates.
After being cooked in iron pot for 20 minutes, the Tottori Snow Crab Kamameshi is served and I opt to let the service staff mix the kamameshi for me.
The moment the wooden lid is lifted up, I catch the whiffs of essence of the ocean mixed with the aroma of cooked rice. And when I take the first bite of the kamameshi, a feeling of pure satisfaction and simple bliss fills me up. Every Japanese Koshihikari rice grain is soaked with the flavours of the sea, the sweetness of the crab and umami. The rice is fluffy, aromatic and moist while not soggy. The sliced mushroom and peas add a good layer of texture to the rice and shredded crab meat.
After I finish this Kamameshi, I'm so tempted to order a second one!
Tottori Snow Crab Gratin is creamy and bursting with the sweetness of crab meat and crab innards. I love this too.
Warabi Mochi with Milk Ice-cream and Red Bean is a refreshing, lovely dessert to seal the deal.
Thoughts: I love Kamameshi ... and Snow Crab Gratin!
391 Orchard Road
Takashimaya Shopping Centre #03-07
Nearest MRT: Orchard
