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Long Phung – Singapore’s Best Vietnamese Street Food

Long Phung is the sort of restaurant that warms your heart and stomach. It attracts a very diverse crowd. You will see people from all walks of life here….from young adults to families to working girls (from the many Vietnamese bars in the vicinity). It is nice to see everyone congregating without prejudice to enjoy the fantastic and value for money food this place churns … Continue reading Long Phung – Singapore’s Best Vietnamese Street Food

Koh Grill and Sushi Bar – The Home of “Amazingly Good” Sushi‏

If you are a self-respecting Singapore-based sushi eater,  you should have tried or at least heard of Shiok!!! Maki. It has put Koh Grill and Sushi Bar onto the culinary map of this little Island. “Shiok” is Singaporean slang for “amazingly good”. This avocado, charcoal grilled eel sushi roll that is topped off with lightly torched Salmon and Japanese mayonnaise is indeed amazing. The smokiness of … Continue reading Koh Grill and Sushi Bar – The Home of “Amazingly Good” Sushi‏

Al Borgo – Rustic Neighbourhood Italian

Al Borgo is the sort of place that you will frequent if you live close to Bukit Timah Road. The restaurant, or trattoria as it is known in Italy, is homely, friendly and a delight to be in. It feels like you are at a friend’s place enjoying a nice home cooked meal. The place works brilliantly for a casual dinner with friends but will … Continue reading Al Borgo – Rustic Neighbourhood Italian

Mr Prata – Functional 24 Hours Joint‏

No one comes to Mr Prata for the decor or for the refined service, but hoards and hoards do descend in the wee hours for the late night supper of prata, murtaba and mee goreng (fried noodles) washed down with teh halia or milo dinosaur! The food menu is like a compilation of all the food you can ever think of. For supper or breakfast, they … Continue reading Mr Prata – Functional 24 Hours Joint‏

Saveur – Good Value Great Tasting French Food‏

An affordable Fine French cuisine, that was the inspiration that underpinned the start-up of Saveur in 2011. The duo behind this, Dylan Ong and Joshua Khoo believed in serving fine dining quality food that could be enjoyed by anyone without breaking the bank account. Three and a half years on, it has firmly established itself on Singapore’s culinary map. It is a must try for … Continue reading Saveur – Good Value Great Tasting French Food‏

Henri Charpentier – Underwhelming Decadent Sweet Indulgence

I wanted a special place to treat my wife on her birthday and what better place to explore than Henri Charpentier. The place is as much about the “wow” in looks as it is in taste. We were greeted by shocking pink carpet as we made our way to what is suppose to be the best of sweet indulgences this side of Asia. Through a set … Continue reading Henri Charpentier – Underwhelming Decadent Sweet Indulgence

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Marutama – The Chicken Broth Ramen‏

Marutama Ramen still remains our favourite ramen joint in Singapore…. maybe it is because it is one of the first ramen restaurant we visited. The chicken broth (toripaitan broth) is tasty but not overwhelming, not to mention the melt in your mouth chargrilled braised pork belly (char siu) and perfectly cooked thin and springy (Hakata-styled) noodles. The setting The branch in Liang Court is basic … Continue reading Marutama – The Chicken Broth Ramen‏