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Beyond The Dough, the latest addition to Singapore’s bustling food scene, is making waves with its unique take on Tokyo Neapolitan pizza. Conceived by master pizzaiolo Eddie Murakami and F&B visionary Shinji Yokota, this cozy spot on Arab Street goes beyond being just another pizzeria. Boasting a minimalist interior with a seating capacity of 28, Beyond The Dough lets its pizzas take center stage.

Read more: [SG EATS]Beyond The Dough- “Tokyo Neapolitan-Style” Pizzeria in Singapore

Beyond The Dough is the brainchild of Eddie Murakami, a master pizzaiolo trained at top Tokyo pizzerias, and Shinji Yokota, an F&B visionary with extensive industry experience. Their mission is clear: to deliver pizzas that embody the “purest of flavors” using high-quality ingredients and meticulous cooking techniques. The pizzas feature flour from Japan, water filtered through a proprietary Japanese filter, and Okinawa salt, among other carefully selected ingredients.

We started with an Assortment of 3 Appetisers, a delightful selection that changes daily based on the freshness. It’s a great way to start if you’re dining out in a group, offering a refreshing introduction to the meal.

Next, we had the standout Homemade Lasagna—umami, juicy, and bursting with flavor. However, be sure to order early, as this treat is limited to one order per person and tends to sell out quickly.

Moving on to the pizzas that I tried:

Margherita (tomato sauce, basil and cheese) -A classic favorite featuring tomato sauce, basil, and cheese. The cheese pull and crisp pizza crust provided a delightful experience.

Singapore Rampage — brings the best of hot and spicy with a gravy made from over 100 prawns, cooked over 20 hours and fragranced with chilli, garlic and basil. A must-try for those seeking a fusion of local flavors and a touch of heat.

Diavola (tomato sauce, basil, salsiccia, olive, cheese and chilli)– Tomato sauce, basil, salsiccia, olive, cheese, and chili come together for a crowd-pleasing combination of ingredients and cheesy goodness.

5 Formaggi- Crafted with five premium cheeses, including mascarpone, smoked cheese, blue cheese, pecorino, and parmigiana. A heaven for cheese lovers, accentuated by a surprising drizzle of thick honey on warm cheese and a crisp pizza base. My top favourite of the night!

@hazeldiary_ ‘Tokyo Neapolitan-Style’ Pizzeria opens at Arab Street. One of the best pizza i had recently. Best to make reservation before heading down as the seats are limited. #sgfoodie #beyondthedoughsg #beyondthedoughpizzeria #pizzalover #pizzatime #wheretoeatsg ♬ 첫 눈 The First Snow – EXO

Conveniently located on Arab Street, Beyond The Dough stands out as a vibrant addition to the local dining scene. More than just a pizzeria, it seamlessly blends traditional techniques with modern flair while remaining true to the essence of exceptional pizza.

Address: Beyond The Dough Pizzeria

150 Arab Street

Singapore 199832

Opening Hours: Monday to Saturday | Lunch: 11:45AM to 15:00PM (13:45PM Last Order) | Dinner: 17:00PM to 23:00PM (21:45PM Last Order)

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The menu offers four (4) variations including normal, add shrimps, shrimps with vegetables and mantis shrimp cake flavour. The price starts from RM2.50 ~ S$0.71 to RM4.00~S$1.14. The add-ons shrimp only fritters where you literally have the fritters filled with shrimps. The fritters are pre-fried, then crisped to perfection in hot oil just before serving.

The tasty shrimp fritters are paired with a house-made chili sauce. This condiment adds a sharp and spicy kick layered with a hint of lime sourness that elevates the taste experience.

You can also purchase their frozen packs to fry at your comfort home. I bought quite a few packs for my friends to try. They enjoyed it!

Whatsapp the number +6013-723 5526 to order before heading down.

Address: Home Based Fried Prawn Crackers 住家手工式炸虾饼 / Joyce Prawn Crackers & Dessert

31, Jalan Teratai 41,

Taman Johor Jaya,81100 Johor Bahru,

Johor, Malaysia

Opening Hours: Monday-Saturday     10:00AM-5:00PM

(Closed on Sunday)

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Araya located at Mondrian Singapore Duxton stands out as the first fine-dining South American establishment in the city. The restaurant emphasis on Chilean South Pacific cuisine infused with indigenous and Japanese ingredients. It is the latest addition to the Culinary Arts Group, which also boasts Michelin-starred Japanese restaurant Hamamoto and popular open-fire grill eatery, Revolver.

Read more: [SG EATS] Araya At Mondrian Singapore Duxton | South American Fine-Dining Cuisine With Chilean Focus

Situated within Mondrian Singapore Duxton, Araya is a cozy 30-seater space led by the culinary expertise of Michelin-starred Chef Francisco Araya and Chef Fernanda Guerrero. The main dining area features a 12-seat rose quartz counter that provides an intimate view of the chefs at work. For large groups, there is also a private room available with a minimum spending requirement of S$4,000.00++.

Araya offers a singular dining experience with its Menu Degustacion prices at S$298++ per person tasting menu for dinner along with a vegetarian option, Menu Vegetariano at S$298++ per person. The courses showcase a fusion of South American flavours with Japanese elements, and a wine pairing option is also available.

We started off with a series of snacks including Ama Ebi Tomato Meringue, Tepache (fermented pineapple juice), and Corn Flan with Murasaki uni marinated in white shoyu.

The bread course, La Panera introduces three distinct Chilean breads- Marraqueta, Chapalele and Chorizo.I enjoyed the trio freshly baked bread complemented by Butter Merken, a Uruguayan butter infused with merken.

Following the bread course, the refreshing Ceviche features Hokkaido scallops marinated in shio koji with tiger’s milk sorbet and a medley of flavours.

The Causa course presents Araya’s take on potatoes and caviar, incorporating oca,yellow chillies and lightly smoked chutoro.

A standout dish is the Moqueca, a traditional Brazilian fish stew featuring gently poached kinki fish with a flavorful moqueca sauce made from kinki bones, palm oil, and coconut milk. Interesting!

The following course features exquisite harmony of 154 days aged Ecuadorian cacao. It’s rich and velvety taste perfectly complementing the succulent essence of Bresse pigeon intensifying the richness of flavors.

Transitioning to the “Sunday Lunch” segment, highlighting the traditional Chilean snack, the Empanada takes center stage. Crafted with wagyu beef, it is elegantly adorned with a pebre gel (a Chilean condiment typically comprising coriander and/or parsley) and delicate micro herbs on top.

For the final savory course, we had Picana presenting Wagyu beef with vibrant chimichurri sauce.

Palate cleanser before moving on to our sweet treats.

The dessert experience unfolds in three acts. The first, Desierto Florido features crushed honey orange meringue, chirimoya alegre espuma, and mango-pineapple-infused orange flan.

Antarctica, the second dessert offers goat’s milk ice-cream, crispy milk, cinnamon anglaise, Patagonian blackberries, and dulce de leche.

The grand finale Carrito De Dulces involves a dessert trolley presenting single-origin chocolates from South America for patrons to choose from. We get to choose whichever type of chocolate from the dessert trolley.

While unfamiliar to many, Chilean cuisine takes center stage at Araya offering a refreshing addition to Singapore’s dining scene. The carefully crafted dishes, attentive service, and unique flavour combinations position Araya as a strong contender for a Michelin Star in the future. I would recommend giving it a try for an exquisite dining experience.

Address: Araya 
Mondrian Singapore Duxton 
83 Neil Road, #01-08 
Singapore 089813 
Tel: +65 8870 0871 

Opening Hours:  Tuesday to Saturday 6:00PM to 11:00PM (Last order at 9:00PM) 
Closed on Sunday & Monday 

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