Category Archives: Western

Simply Bread

Posted on February 23, 2012 by

A wholesome afternoon lunch for me would be a sandwich from simply bread, and a cup of green tea and red bean gelato from Venezia. My must-order everytime I go? Anything grilled with aged cheddar. You can make your own … Continue reading →

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Baker & Cook

Posted on February 5, 2012 by

With so many new bakeries popping around the island, Baker & Cook stands out for it’s casual, country atmosphere. A reasonably large communal table sits in the middle of the small space, facing two perpendicular glass counters filled with pastries … Continue reading →

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Food for thought @ Botanic Gardens

Posted on January 18, 2012 by

A quick foodie update before I continue with my posts for Vietnam and Taiwan. The new FFT has finally opened in the Botany Centre of the Botanic Gardens. The Botany centre is accessible at the Tanglin Gate (parking’s available here), … Continue reading →

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Chock full of beans

Posted on January 11, 2012 by

Cappuccino and latte both decently done, definitely up to cafe standards. Their coffee art is by far the most interesting, and they don’t lost their form as you drink. An adorable bunny for me and angry birds for the friend. … Continue reading →

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Greenwood Fish Market

Posted on October 18, 2011 by

One of our family’s favourite places to dine is Greenwood Fish Market. Proximity is one thing, but we are usually guaranteed good food, something that pulls us back time and time again. Unfortunately, I found hygiene to be a little … Continue reading →

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Restaurant Week 2011: The Rose Veranda

Posted on October 15, 2011 by

Our second destination for restaurant week was the Rose Veranda at Shangri-La Hotel. We had previously talked about coming here because of their 128 premium twg blends, but didn’t do so because of the price. Now with restaurant week, and … Continue reading →

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Jimmy Monkey- the new kid in town

Posted on September 24, 2011 by

I’m not much of a coffee person so when I entered Jimmy Monkey, I was there solely for the cafe grub. My order – without a drink- elicited a gasp of surprise, followed by a passionate introduction of their cafe’s … Continue reading →

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Dining in Bakerzin @ Paragon

Posted on September 5, 2011 by

The friend snagged some groupons for bakerzin, $10 for $20 which literally amounts to a 50% off. We ordered our hearts away, 1 main, and 3 desserts for two The mushroom pizza by bakerzin is really my type of pizza. … Continue reading →

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New Majestic Restaurant

Posted on June 22, 2011 by

Cuisine-wise , New Majestic offers something like Peach Garden, Modern Chinese Cuisine. I like how traditonal Chinese dishes are given a twist with different ingredients. Makes it a whole lot more interesting and exciting! True to their word, the restaurant’s … Continue reading →

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The Handburger

Posted on May 19, 2011 by

Update: the set meal (drink plus the choice of a side) is no longer available. Now every burger you order comes with salad/fries/mushroom soup. Only tried the mushroom soup with wasn’t very creamy, though thick (how unusual!) and a little … Continue reading →

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