Having spent the last 12 years in a country that strongly embodies the words- coffee culture, coming back to Singapore felt different- a good kind of different. When I was younger, coffee for me was either a strongly brewed kopi while at a coffee shop, or a chocolate ice blended
Lunch hour in Singapore is a sacred affair, the daily routine to break up the monotony of a workday. Tanjong Pagar is an area with a number of notable Japanese food outlets- ranging from excellent omakase options, to more affordable lunch selections like gyoza, unagi and ramen specialty shops. On
“Have you heard of Tsukiji in Holland Village?” I found out about Tsukiji Kaisendon in the way that most people do- word of mouth. I was having dinner with some friends when the topic of meals that are a good value for money came up. As a very big fan
Who loves a good cup of coffee? I do. If there is a drink that I enjoy for it’s variability, it would be coffee. From the variety of beans, roasting and brewing styles, each cup has such versatility depending on so many factors alone. At Mad Roaster’s Slow
I’ve always had a soft spot for tapas- the idea of small bites, shared with company and excellent alcohol. A true embodiment of variety and a community meal. Sydney has an excellent balance of traditional elements and modernised takes on wonderful classics- a city truly moulded by an undying
The best places are discovered when you least expect them- or perhaps when you follow a long queue. As a Singaporean by birth, we often joke that all Singaporeans are attracted to long queues and that it is our hobby to spend time in queues. Contrary to this belief, I
The hallmarks of any good Sushi Train place include the level of variety served, the freshness of the produce and how regularly they get rotated. Hashi Sushi checks all these boxes ensuring that any time spent there is a good time and a better feed. Hashi Sushi has all the
In my endless search for good Malaysian food, a taste of home away from home, I have kept an eye on Ya-Malaysia in Chatswood Interchange for what feels like the longest time. It has stood the test of time in the shop space next to Ippudo for quite some
Having been a longtime fan of the Kuon label, I’ve attended their original Kuon Omakase in their first year of opening 5 years ago, Irori Kuon during their first year of opening and now I finally find the time and the opportunity to visit Sushi Sei on the premises
Since their conception in 2023, I had been meaning to visit Chan Kun Kee for the longest time especially upon reading about their Hong Kong Dai Pai Dong style of cooking which is similar to the sprawling menus of zichar hawker stalls of Singapore paired with the familiar culinary backgrounds
As 2024 came to an end, I had a friend inform me of a restaurant in Bonnyrigg that had a limited time discount and we decided to take advantage of the 40% off to try out Iron Chef. It had been some time since I had visited an authentic dimsum
With the arrival of the blistering summer sun, the annual desire to have some Korean cold noodles known as mul naeng myeon ( 물냉면 ) has resurged with the rise in temperatures. I first had mul naeng myeon a long time ago in the daily sweltering heat of Singapore, the light and
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Sundays are made for brunches and hanging out with friends. I often spend Sundays in the company of my friends in Wolli Creek, we go through the rotation of food venues for brunch and dinner which has uncovered a few notable gems and Culture and Co is one of these
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My go-to venue for Hainanese Chicken Rice in VIC, Australia has me wishing that they have an outlet in NSW! I remember first hearing about Gai Wong, some time back- keeping them on my socials, watching, until they took to their Instagram to address the remarks about the state
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The friendly service and fresh seafood dons at The Roe ensure that it is a regular visit for myself and my friends every trip down to Melbourne we take. The trip to Melbourne started with a 12 hour drive, somewhat along the coast- making a few stops along the way.
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Having spent many an afternoon in Haymarket, Yakitori Shin is a potential treasure to visit hidden in plain sight near Darling Square. Strolling down from Market City to Darling Square, I have always passed by Yakitori Shin on the way to the other eateries that I frequent in the area.
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A little Indonesian paradise filled with delightful classics, delivering a taste of familiarity away from home. Walking along the side streets near Chinatown allows for the showcase of a series of delights in an ever changing rotation of restaurants in the ever-changing landscape of Sydney’s culinary background. In
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A love letter to one of my favourite restaurants in Sydney, and a recount of the second birthday spent in the company of excellent food, service and cocktails. For my birthday in 2023, I had my sights set on a particular restaurant to celebrate at- Petermen in St Leonards. Having
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A tasty fusion affair in the heart of the city with excellent service. Galsmas- Every year my girlfriends and I meet for a chance to take a break from our busy schedules for something we call Galsmas. This gives us an opportunity to catch up with each other outside of
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An experience very reminiscent of memories back home, spun in time and tradition, against a modern and beautiful backdrop with excellent service. Hotpot is typically a meal that is very close to my heart have grown up with the Singaporean variation of a steamboat being a highlight of my childhood
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A wonderful show and excellent dinner I had a friend come into town some time ago and we had decided on a double feature of two places that are relatively close to each other in the city- Omu for the classic omelette rice and Otogo for some classic rice balls.
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A long time favourite back home Every trip back home for the last five years has been punctuated with visits to one staple location- a taste that is one of the cornerstones of what I associate with my home. Whenever I am back in the country for longer periods of
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An evening spent in Enmore, a prelude to the theatre It all started with an evening at Enmore, in anticipation of seeing a comedian at the theatre. Amongst the offerings in town, I chanced upon the menu for Queen Chow and decided it was worth a visit as I have
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A longtime favourite, a gem in plain sight. Starting with my time in University, Daruma in Haymarket has been a consistent haunt of mine. Though it has been many a year since I spent Friday evenings there, the welcome I receive when I return is familiar to me. This trip,