If there's only time to visit one cafe from this guide, it has to be Artistry, where both food and coffee are excellent. Swing by this cafe cum casual art gallery with a group of friends for brunch, or for coffee and a sweet bite. For a group of four, we recommend sharing two mains to save space for dessert. On a cool day, sit alfresco and relax on the black and white porch. Order the famed Artistry Chilli Crab Burger ($25) that sees a ridiculously generous patty of blue swimmer crab meat. It comes with a heap of fries and a bowl of irresistible chili crab sauce to dunk everything in. Another standout is the Potato Hash and Scrambled Eggs ($20) — a light plate of silky scrambled eggs, surprisingly crisp kale and bacon, and little fried potato balls. After digging into the savouries, you must have the PB&J French Toast ($14). Expect peanut butter smeared in between two pillowy slices of brioche, vanilla bean ice cream topped with mixed berry coulis and a scattered bed of speculoos cookie soil. Be sure to get every component in one forkful, and pair it with a cup of their excellent Flat White ($5) or Gibraltar ($5), a double-shot of espresso with just a bit of milk.
Avg price: $25 per person
Photo by Burpple Tastemaker Julius Lim
Opened by the folks behind Strangers' Reunion, this gorgeous, light-filled cafe in Prinsep Street is a favourite among nearby art school students and office workers alike. Many come for the much photographed Ricotta Hotcake ($14.90). In comparison to Paddy Hills' prettier version, this is a little more rustic, more affordable and a whole lot more generous — you can comfortably share it among four. We like the caramelised sides and the contrasting textures of pumpkin and sunflower seeds and milky vanilla ice cream, but we must admit we started slowing down when we got to the cakey middle. For a lighter sweet treat, the Buttermilk Waffle ($12.50) with Greek Yoghurt, maple syrup and fresh fruit is amazing. If you're here for a proper meal, try the Corned Beef Scotch Egg ($17.50), which is beautifully crisp golden on its breaded outside. The meat within is punchy and flavourful, and even better when smeared with the accompanying tomato conserve. For drinks, try the Flat White ($4.90), which is moderately robust and smooth. We also like their excellent Syphon Coffee ($6.90) — one of the owners is actually the World Siphonist Championship 2015 winner! Pro-tip: It starts to fill up quickly from noon, so visit either before or after the lunch rush to avoid the crowds.
Avg Price: $25 per person
Photo by Burpple Tastemaker Marc T
Having expanded to a bigger space just around the corner, this light-filled, child-friendly noshery along Guillemard Road is always bustling with activity, especially on weekends. They don't take reservations, so come early with a group of friends to snag a seat at the coveted communal table. The weekend menu is straightforward. There are five items to choose from, of which you must get the egg-cellent Oven Baked Molten Eggs on Tortilla and Melted Cheese ($12.90) that comes with avocado slices and refreshing cherry tomatoes. You can even add Smoked Salmon for just $3! The two ready-to-burst eggs promise a river of liquid gold, so keep your cameras close by to catch all the runny action. If you're dropping by at non-meal times, opt for their super tasty Curried Chicken Wrap ($10.90) or their Earl Grey Croissant ($4.20). Pair these bites with a Flat White ($4.50), and just enjoy your time here.
Avg price: $20 per person
Photo by Burppler Mok XC
By the same people behind Assembly Coffee comes Atlas Coffeehouse, an expansive, lofty Bukit Timah cafe decked out in marbled tiles and deep sea blue walls. Great for both quick coffee runs and long, lazy brunches, sail by for a Flat White ($4.50) and start the day with a relaxing read by the window bar. For brunch, get the ATLAS Super-Bowl ($17), a healthy yet tasty grain bowl filled with toasted quinoa, roasted squash and zucchini and tender peanut sesame pulled chicken. For more classic brunch flavours, go for the Creamy Mushrooms on Sourdough ($12) — a generous heap of mushrooms cooked with a splash of white wine and sundried tomatoes, which you must pair with the silky smooth Scrambled Eggs ($3 for add on). For dessert, we favour the Mixed Berries Compote Waffles ($12.50) over the pancakes — they are similar in taste but the former is lighter and more affordable. Pro-tip: It gets a little crowded at lunch time, so it's best to pop by around 11am.
Avg price: $25 per person
Photo by Burppler Xinyi Fu
The meepok-esque homemade tagliatelle had a rustic, earnest firmness, whilst elsewhere the duck was appetisingly salty and the citrusy zest and nuts would elicit an intrigued huh from your lips. 3.7/5
Conveniently located on the first floor of Marina Bay Financial Centre, Workspace Espresso is the answer for busy workers in that area who want a hearty but healthy meal. Lunch service starts promptly at 11.30am, where you can either choose one of their five pre-selected grain bowls or build your own from scratch. Go for the Stamina Bowl ($16.30) — goji brown rice base topped with sea bass, miso chili eggplant and reliably good wakame wood-ear salad. Wash it all down with a cup of coffee (from $4), take it away if you're in a rush!
It was always a delight to visit BnB.
Located in a row of shophouses in Braddell Heights estate, La Pizzaiola serves up wholesome, authentic Italian fare. Here, the homey ambience is perfect for enjoying a romantic evening of great food, without burning a hole in your wallet. Their 12" pizzas go for $14-17, pastas for $13-15, and house wine for just $8 a glass! Go for the Parma & Rucola Pizza ($16.90), and choose your own pasta and sauce combination.
In the past, popiah was (still is) a household dish. Almost every family knew how to make it. The moms will prepared the filling and popiah skin. Then the kids will surrounded the dinning table and started wrapping them. But this activity is getting lesser over these few years.
Popiah is a very simple dish. Mainly assemble with the parts b/m.
1. The skin - the owner hand made every skin. He will grab a ball of very thick batter and spread a thin layer on to the hot plate. Fried it for less than 2mins. If the skin got too thick, the popiah will taste very heavy. If too thin, it can't contain the juicy turnip.
2. Stir fried Turnip - the uncle told me that frying turnip required patient. It must be fried till it's color turn light brownish as it's starch started to caramelize. Then it's sweetness could be portray out fully.
3. Crispy Golden Bits.
The crispy bits provided an savory sweet flavor which was so comforting to the mouth.
4. Unforgettable chili.
While you getting bore from the sweet turnip and savory bits, suddenly a tickling sensation was felt and kick started the taste bud again.
Ehhh.... So good.....😊😊😊 Old Long House Popiah
Kim Keat Palm Market & Food Centre, Blk 22 Lorong 7 Toa Payoh #01-03, Toa Payoh, 310022
Tel: 9171 7157
Opening Hours
Wed to Sun: 0600 - 1700 Closed on Mon and Tue
Located in a row of shophouses in Braddell Heights estate, La Pizzaiola serves up wholesome, authentic Italian fare. Here, the homey ambience is perfect for enjoying a romantic evening of great food, without burning a hole in your wallet. Their 12" pizzas go for $14-17, pastas for $13-15, and house wine for just $8 a glass! Go for the Parma & Rucola Pizza ($16.90), and choose your own pasta and sauce combination.
Brioche French toast was a little bland instead of sweet. I prefer the Gashouse Egg to Brioche French Toast. As for the drinks, it was a HUGE disappointment! I couldn't taste the matcha at all.
Chilean Seabass $36 - quinoa,baconjam,roastedbeetroot, bacon velouté. Very fresh!! Yum.... It be perfect if it's a bigger portion 😄
