With the Covid-19, travelling isn’t encouraged but since we can’t travel…then let the travel come to us! Let’s pretend that we’re now in Tokyo enjoying Spring during Afternoon Tea at Crossroads Bar. Inspired by the sakura, Executive Chef Martin Tan has curated the menu which uses ingredients such as unagi, matcha and yuzu. Tea is served on a classic silver three-tier tray offers luxury savoury bites such as Yuzu Salmon Rillettes Éclair, Truffle Sōmen Noodles with Scallop and Ikura, Unagi Kabayaki and Tamagoyaki, Japanese Braised Pork Belly and Teriyaki Cod Fish Croquette. A quintessential selection of sweet treats including Sakura...
09/03/202011/12/2020
Get Spiced Up at the Thai Fiesta in Town Restaurant
Do you like classic Thai dishes such as mango sticky rice, BBQ pork collar and soups or stir-fries that are hot, sweet, sour and savoury? If so, then you’re in for a treat this March with Town Restaurant presenting a tantalising Thai feast that has been created by three Thai guest chefs: Mrs Premrudee Sae-Khow, owner and chef of the famed King Seafood Restaurant in Pattaya; Mrs. Kwintra Jittivuthika; and Mrs. Pendee Kamhom. Presented in partnership with Thai Airways, the dishes will form part of the extensive selection at Town Restaurant. Tom Seap Nuea, a hot and sour beef soup A...
28/02/202011/12/2020
Be One of “The Fearless” this St Patrick’s Day
This St Patrick’s Day, local independent brewery Trouble Brewing and beloved, best-selling Irish whiskey label Jameson are joining forces to throw an exclusive rooftop party at Circular Road, promising an energetic atmosphere filled with drinks, food, games and live music. Partygoers can celebrate in true Irish fashion with the brand new Trouble Maker ($12) – an exclusive concoction that serves up a shot of Jameson Triple Distilled Irish Whiskey alongside a pint of Trouble Brewing’s Pilsner – as well as S$8 beers and whiskey, and S$10 wines, vodka and gin. The combination of the Trouble Maker creates a unique flavour...
03/01/202011/12/2020
Masala Chai Rice Pudding with Roasted Grapes
I went to a cooking demo with culinary anthropologist Nithya Laila as supported by Orchard Grapes and I thought that I’d like to share with you Laila’s interesting dessert of Masala Chai Rice Pudding with Roasted Grapes because it is a real fusion of East and West. Plus…it’s just a lot more interesting than your typical cold desserts or even rice pudding, which is very comforting in itself. Ingredients: For the pudding 100g short grain rice 50g hulled mung beans (also known as mung dal in Indian specialty stores) 1 tsp unsalted butter 1 vanilla pod 0.5g saffron, ground 3...
23/12/201911/12/2020
Geek Out on Supergreek
I have never been an ardent fan of Mediterranean cuisine or Greek food. The undoubtedly healthy combination of feta cheese, olive oil, tomatoes, raw salad greens and meaty kebabs simply does not appeal to my senses and taste buds. Especially since my personal palette is far more accustomed and acclimatized to spicy Asian culinary fares. As such, when the opportunity came to review Supergreek, I was admittingly not the least bit enthralled or excited. I imagined that food fussy Singaporeans like myself would much prefer the robust and intense Asian flavours of Thai, Malay, or Indonesia cuisine. However, I was...
14/12/201911/12/2020
Grain’s Unique Flavourful Christmas Menu
If you’re wondering what to order for your company Christmas lunch or just a gathering of family and friends at your place, look no further. I’ve always liked Grain, a food company that offers delivery of healthy ready-to-eat meals and now, a catering service. Recently, I found out that their team consists of former chefs of Michelin-starred restaurants! That explains why their food tastes so luxe. For the month of December, the team came up with a delightful Christmas catering menu that has unexpected combinations of fresh ingredients that have been thoughtfully prepared. Maple Glazed Whole Turkey (S$118) When asked...
30/11/201911/12/2020
Three-week countdown to Epicurean Market 2019 begins
Gear up for a spectacular gourmet experience at Marina Bay Sands as the integrated resort counts down to its most exciting food and wine event of the year. Set to take place from 13 to 15 December, Epicurean Market will kick off with a series of seven in-restaurant events on 13 December, featuring exclusive dinners hosted by celebrity chefs. The festival spills over to Sands Expo and Convention Centre on 14 and 15 December. Journey through an enchanting Christmas village with over 50 booths, offering over 60 signature bites from award-winning restaurants, endless tipples from renowned mixologists, 12 culinary and spirits masterclasses,...
29/11/201911/12/2020
Get Your Spice On at Big Fish Small Fish
Good news for those who love seafood and like it spicy! Singapore’s first fish and crisps brand has revamped their menu (check out the new menu here) and one of the items on Big Fish Small Fish’s (BFSF) menu includes spicy fish and crisps. The golden battered fish (as seen above) is coated in a special spicy powder, which is a blend of chilli, black pepper and mixed spices. We took a bite and wooo was it SPICY! Variety of fish to choose from BFSF offers a choice of six fish varieties, including Haddock, Salmon and Seabass. After choosing your...
23/10/201911/12/2020
Review – In a Crabby Mood
Eating crab is often a messy affair and requires a lot of effort to crack open for just a little morsel of gastronomical gratification. As such, whenever I choose to order crab, the taste had better be worth my energy to peel and devour it. Over the past few decades, I have repeatedly tried several crab dishes at various famous local seafood restaurant establishments such as Melben Seafood, Jumbo Seafood, Long Beach Seafood, as well as Palm Beach Seafood, which is widely credited for originating and inventing the chilli crab dish. However, the standards at most of these establishments are...
06/09/201911/12/2020
Cook Look Book
Gastronomy is undeniably at the very core of our cultural identity. Eating out and keeping our appetites constantly satiated is a proud national past time. Many of us are willing to travel all over the island and queue for hours just for a mouthful of our favourite savoury sensations. As one of the culinary capitals of the world, Singapore has a proliferation of affordable and delicious food spanning every type of cuisine that is also easily available 24/7 at the touch of a button. As a result, many of us do not have the time or inclination to bother to...