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Saturday, March 12, 2022

Bistro G - For that Idyllic Meal Time


Imagine being in a relaxing setting and enjoying Bistro Breakfast decked with juicy sausage, crispy bacon, wholesome toast and scrambled egg, plus fresh tomato slices and leafy veggies to perk thing up. Ah, that’s life. That’s the experience of dining at Bistro G.





Given the high ceiling, minimalistic white setting, lots of natural light peeking through the glass walls, and ample of space between tables, it is so easy to feel relaxed at this place. And the food is very good to go along with.


Talking about the food, what I like here is the interesting menu featuring unique items. One good example is the Pulled Pork Challah, which is super flavourful, juicy shredded pork drizzled with cheddar sauce sandwiched between soft, fluffy challah bun. This is bursting with flavours. Definitely a highlight of this place.


The same goes for Chicken Katsu Burger that has deep fried chicken patty, special sauce of horseradish and brioche bun instead. The chef knows exactly what kind of unique sauce to pair with his burgers, since it really works beautifully.


One of the weak links here is the Lobster Roll. Yes, the sauce goes very well with the generous chucks of lobster meat, but the meat is cold. In fact, I think it is taken straight out of the fridge. It may be just me, but I want freshly cooked meat to be in my burger, to feel the hot juices of the meat rush out to soak the bun when I bite into it. And the lobster meat is pretty tough and bland. This is not the fault of the cook though since based on my experiences, lobster dishes have always been the overpriced “meh” item on the menu. Lobster is basically the overhyped tasteless, tough cousin of prawns. I really need to stop ordering lobster despite how promising it looks.


See the two sad-looking pieces of sourdough toast here? It looks pretty unimpressive, but the bread is pretty good, full of subtle flavours. My problem with this is for its hefty price, there is no butter provided. Yes, I need to pay extra for the butter. Now the toast is truly very sad-looking. I definitely will not order this ever again.

Note: Looks like there is an update in the menu where butter is now provided. Geez, it’s about time. But due to the bad experience, I’m still not touching that.

Service is functional, but I got to give credit to the girl who kept her cool when I looked like I was going to blow up at the knowledge that no butter was provided for the expensive toast.

Thoughts: Great place to relax and enjoy good food.

Nearest car park: Millenia Walk’s car park
Nearest MRT: Promenade

9 Raffles Boulevard
Millenia Walk #01-79/80
Singapore
Contact No: 8264 3328







Wednesday, March 9, 2022

Harry’s South Beach - Nice Cozy Bar to chill out


This is an long overdue piece, and more of such pieces to come. I had been really busy since a switch in job role, which led to attending lots of courses and enriching myself, so while I still dine out often, writing about these experiences took a back seat for a while. As said, good restaurants deserve a mention here, doesn’t matter when, so I’m back at this!

The interior of the place is chic yet has that laid-back vibe that is perfect for chilling out. And it is great for people watching due to the glass walls at the side facing Mariott shopping complex walkway.


Rich olive oil peppered with chilli flakes, plus several succulent prawns yields a very flavourful and hearty meal that is Prawn and Seaweed Aglio Olio. I absolutely enjoy tucking into this.


Beer Battered Fish and Chips looks real good and my companion is full of praises about it.

Thoughts: Great place to chill out!

Nearest car park: JW Mariott Hotel Singapore South Beach’s car park
Nearest MRT: City Hall

26 Beach Road
#01-18
Phone No: 6386 6306





Sunday, March 6, 2022

Bonchi Sea Urchin Fried Rice Crackers Uni Agesen

 

Super tasty, full of the flavour of umami and wholesomeness of friend quality rice. Best enjoy before meals since the flavours are very subtle.

Where to get: Shopee 

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The Cheese Cake from Ginza


The moment one opens the packaging, the aroma of eggy cake sponge will greet one’s olfactory senses. And a bite of this soft, fluffy, moist cake will reward the taste buds with the subtle, nuanced harmonized flavours of cream cheese, custard and cake. This is so good that it is worth the pretty high price tag. Will definitely impress if given as gift.

Country of Origin: Japan

Where to get: Shopee https://shopee.sg/product/519247968/15244195655?smtt=0.147269227-1646555445.9

Sunday, February 27, 2022

Stinky Durian Dessert - Stinky Good Times


I absolutely love walking around those streets near Outram Park MRT, such as Neil Road, Teo Hong Road, Keong Saik Road, Bukit Pasoh and the likes. Immersing in the nostalgia brought forth by the quaint shophouses lining the streets while journeying to one of numerous awesome, unique restaurants, eateries or cafes hidden here is an experience to be savoured. I was actually making my way to Keong Saik Bakery when I passed by an interesting place hidden right at a corner. I wouldn’t think that it is possible to have a shop front at there, facing from the side of the building instead of the front. With the lush greenery and tranquility surrounding the shop front that has an arched panel door and striking mural painting, it caught my attention. And right at the door step, I caught whiffs of the beloved fruit by many, so curious me got in to check out this place.

Note: This photo is from Stinky’s official website

The moment I stepped into the quaint little place, I was greeted by an enthusiastic service staff who straightaway presented a slice of stinky roll to me. I was so impressed! Anyway, I decided to buy one whole roll instead for my loved ones to enjoy. Their verdict: amazingly, heavenly good. Thin cake sponge was wrapped around generous huge dollops of the famous Mao Shan Wang durian flesh. So good that it triumphs be over the durian desserts in hotels’ restaurants. The roll is well-wrapped to ensure none of the stinky aroma leaks out when bringing it home on public transport. Real thoughtful.



The place is great for a date (if both love durians), plus the “hidden in a quiet, tranquil spot” vibe makes the date feels exclusive and oh so special. Good for chill-out too due to its secluded location. You know, away from the buzz and such.

Thoughts: Stinky heaven for durian afficionados.

Nearest car park: Roadside parking at Bukit Pasoh, or HDB parking at the Duxton

Nearest MRT: Outram Park

1 Teo Hong Road

Saturday, February 19, 2022

Iwatsuka-Seika Butter Mochi Rice Cracker

When my lovely little sister passed to me this cracker, saying it is a senbei, I was pretty skeptical about its taste since senbei invokes the memory of “Want Want Senbei”, which is hard rice cracker made in China. Then she added that it is very different from Want Want, so I took the plunge. And she was absolutely right on it.

It is definitely the best senbei. Made with Japanese rice that is pumped with milky goodness and buttery flavour, the senbei literally melts in the mouth within a few bites. Yes, senbei doesn’t have to be that hard rice cracker. Iwatsuka-Seika Senbei proves just that. It is so good that any foodie got to try it at least once to know what a premium senbei tastes like. For me, I will not be trying it once only. More please!

Country of Origin: Japan

Where to get this: Shopee https://shopee.sg/product/562556271/12458404970?smtt=0.147269227-1645337305.9

Tsukigesho Mochi Bun


Mochi Bun, also known as Manju, is what got me into Japanese snacks when my Japanese colleague brought a box for us when back from vacation at his hometown. Since then, Japanese snacks simply have that power to entice me to buy them, no matter the price. But it got to the taste that got me to continue buying it. And this Mochi Bun is definitely one of those I will buy again. In fact, I finished 8 of them within two days!


The skin is thin but packs a punch in the aroma of baked goods, doing great to harmonize the milky goodness of the finely crushed white bean paste. The taste is there, that’s for sure. The box is so beautiful too, absolutely perfect to give as gift too. But it will take lots of willpower not to finish them up instead.



Country of Origin: Japan