Salmon Sashimi and Salmon Aburi served over Sushi Rice. This was perhaps quite different from the usual Don that I had earlier; the vinegared rice was substantially sweet though still sticky hence flavouring up the Don without the need of adding condiments such as soy sauce unlike the usual steamed rice that accompanies the Don. Salmon used was also bursting with freshness with each slice, and when had with the wasabi gives a shiok factor for the fresh wasabi definitely was not shy in giving the kick of numbness. For $20+, you get quite a number of sides from soup, Chawanmushi, cabbage, jellyfish and green tea; pretty value for money given its quality as well!
Got the chance to finally try out Nookie Yogurt & I must say it's pretty good! Not as creamy & milky as llao llao (cause I'm mildly lactose intolerant), so this is something that I can eat constantly! What more, the pricing is pretty competitive with llao llao as well! At S$6.90, you get yogurt, a full banana, strawberries, cookie crumbs & salted caramel.
I'm not usually a fan of hokkien mee, but this pot of goodness is awesome! Noodles fried in thick, flavorful seafood gravy and topped with crispy roasted pork and pork lard, it's one of the better ones I've tried. $10 portion is good for 3, 2 if you're really hungry; they're also pretty generous with the prawns and roasted pork!
The rice used for the paella was more like the normal rice we eat locally instead of the short grain rice, but still tasty and the meat was tender. Had the fajitas also which was ok. Generally food was not too bad though it did leave us thirsty after that...
Initially the sauce seemed too sweet, but a while later the spiciness kicked in and i couldn't stop mopping it up with the mantous. I do feel that chilli gravies will always be a better match with crabs than lobsters though!
My first savoury waffle ever and definitely will not be my last.
Their sea salt caramel and bacon waffle is a pretty picture. Just from the plating alone made me drool, coupled with the fragrant buttermilk aroma of the waffles and bright scarlet red strawberries.
I was never a fan of salted caramel because I felt that the saccharinity of the caramel just does not work out for me. However, i decided to take a leap of faith and try it out. It came with a scoop of vanilla ice cream drizzled with the titular sauce.
Vanilla ice cream: i sampled this first, and was pleasantly surprised. The vanilla smooth and creamily dulcet, was rich and slid down my throat sinfully. Pair that with the salted caramel sauce and a good balance between sweet and salty is achieved.
Bacon: The bacon slices possessed a slightly charred and fragrant aroma, salty in the right places and amount. It was also crispy at the edges, provided reasonable crunch to the entire dish.
Strawberries: Surprisingly sweet unlike many other places serving fresh strawberries. Mine was served cold and fresh, possessing a subtle tartness which provided good balance between the waffle and ice cream to a great extent.
Waffle: Very impressed with the crispiness of the waffle. Ultra crispy I must say, producing a resonant crunch sound when knived into. The insides were not as fluffy as expected, which let me down just a little because I love that extra fluff in my waffle. Light body overall which left me satisfied and satiated, not overly bloated.
Overall a surprisingly wonderful experience. Portions were just nice for me alone, but thats just because I have a ravenous appetite. Will be back for their famous Peanut Butter and Jelly French Toast.
Whoever tried this at East 8, will agree this is one of the best Molten Peanut Butter Lava Cake in Singapore.
The soft-serve ice cream really helps this place to stand out from the sea of ice cream waffle cafes. The consistency of the ice cream is just right - it's soft, but not too melty, and holds its shape and form as you're eating it. Because it's so soft, it's super shiok to slather it on the warm, fluffy waffle and stuff it in your mouth. The waffle itself is light and airy, and it's so good that I could eat it alone. No wonder there's always a long queue outside! While it's not one of the cheaper options ($12 or so), I would say that it is worth the price. Everyone should try this place at least once if you're a waffle fan!
The presentation drew a wow from my lips. The taste, not so much. Somehow, somewhere, something fell short. Yes, the giant "drama" pieces of thin, crunchy toast were perfect for scooping up and transporting the ultra-soft chicken liver mousse to my lips. But once passed them, my tastebuds took over and they were generally unimpressed 😑
Lots of crispy and crunchy bits. Good while the gravy doesn't turn watery.
The Star of the night (pun not intended) had to be this mouthwatering dish - vermicelli tossed in a piquant sauce flavored with white pepper and bits of bacon, and topped with jumbo king prawns that were deliciously juicy. We couldn't get enough of it! 🌟🌟🌟🌟
Inspired by the one served in Top Paddock in Australia, this one however seems to be in another class of its own with the other variant served in another cafe. Ricotta was evident in the batter of the one here; the hotcake itself was more like a fluffy and light Japanese Cheese Cake rather than a dense pound cake with crisp exterior, and the maple syrup served at the side instead of being mixed into the batter. There were berries scattered over the top, making it aesthetically pleasing as though it is an edible garden but the inclusion of the pumpkin seeds added crunchiness to give a contrast to the texture of the hotcake. Vanilla Ice Cream tops off the hotcake instead of cream cheese so as to add a sweet, luscious twist to the hotcakes. Overall both variants are rather heavy, but this was generally a bit lighter and the elements seemed to be more cohesive as a dish in general, though both have stark differences while being based off the same concept.
