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Joo Chiat is well-known for its colourful heritage shophouses that attract tourists to come here for instagram-worthy photos. It is also one of the favourite neighbourhoods with past heritage stories in Singapore. But I am here to explore the food places that are well-received by the locals since travelling out of Singapore is not possible for now. My friends and I went for a food trail recently and here are food places you can add in your list when you are here. I also went back to try other food places in separate days. Read More

Oakwood Premier OUE Singapore is a luxury serviced apartment with an in-house restaurant, Se7enth for guests to have business lunch meetings or cosy gatherings. The contemporary dining restaurant is located at Level 7 of the building. We are here to discover a refreshed ala carte menu designed by Executive Chef Gary Lim. Indulge in a gastronomic journey to the East and West and explore the beautiful harmony of both cultures. Read More

Spago by Wolfgang Puck is located at Level 57 of the well-known attraction spot known as Marina Bay Sands Singapore. The fine dining restaurant has a spectacular view spot overlooking the city of Singapore and another side with the infinity swimming pool of Marina Bay Sands.Spago Singapore is by Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group and their flagship is in California, in Beverly Hills. Others are located in Maui, Las Vegas, Istanbul and Singapore. Read More

Indulge in a new buffet norm experience at M Hotel’s Cafe 2000 where they are running “Meatilicious Carnivores Weekend Buffet” promotion. Known previously for its Seafood Extravaganza Buffet, this new buffet line presents a new rendition with premium roasts and cuts at S$50.00++ per adult (U.P. S$72.00++) and S$25.00++ per child (U.P. S$36.00++). This weekend buffet is applicable on Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 6:00PM to 10:00PM. Read More

Strait Place 1819 located at VivoCity Mall is a new concept by d’Good Cafe. The inspiration comes from Singapore’s food culture with hawker fare. The name “Strait Place 1819” represents an amalgamation of something old and something new. 1819 marks the birth of modern Singapore. Read More

Ginza Shinto located at Mohamed Sultan Road is a newly opened Japanese omakase restaurant helmed by Chef Ron Newton Leo. Chef had over 30 years of sushi counter experience. The restaurant is housed within a conserved heritage shop houses in the neighbourhood of Robertson Quay. Read More

*Updated 04 May 2022*
Apart from pho and rice rolls, banh mi sandwich is also one of the must-try item when we travel to Vietnam. If you are new to it, Banh Mi is a Vietnamese sandwich that is made up with crispy baguette smeared with pate, pickled vegetables, green onion, coriander/cilantro, fresh chillies and seasoning sauce. It is one of fusion Vietnamese street food that uses ingredients that have roots in old Vietnam and French colonial Vietnam. This staple grab and go sandwich is quite hearty and filling too. I had cravings for it and went around to try banh mi. Read More

Tang Lung Restaurant located at The Pier at Robertson Quay is a modern chinese restaurant from the same owners of Le Fusion (a few steps away from the restaurant). The modern chinese restaurant offers chinese cuisine from various regions, all with a distinctively modern twist. The menu has an expansive spread of over 60 dishes including dim sum and hearty family dinners alike. Read More

Kanadaya is London’s leading ramen chain that is voted No. 1 by The Telegraph first flagship outlet at Paya Lebar Quarter Mall (PLQ). And starting from 15th October, their second outlet at Change Alley Mall opens for the public. The outlet is accessible via Raffles Place MRT Station. This 68 seater outlet will be having opening special. Enjoy 100% Unlimited Cash Rebate on your first meal with no minimum spend, no cap and no strings attached. Read More

[updated 21 Nov 2020]

Jia Yuen Eating House located at 15 Crane Road is a quiet coffeeshop around Joo Chiat vicinity area. The eatery shop is not noticeable as it is nestled among a row of shophouses and opposite residential housing. We were there on Saturday late noon for our lunch and the whole place is dim like closed for business. But we saw there are people having their meals there and went ahead to check it out. Read More