blob

There has been quite an influx of artisanal bakeries that has opened up all around the island in recent years and there definitely seems to be no stopping of this trend even in 2026 — got to learn about Blob that had opened their doors recently at the foot of a HDB block in Tiong Bahru; the address of which being Blk 129 Kim Tian Road which makes them not too far away from Tuan Yuan Pork Ribs Soup 团缘肉骨茶. These folks describes themselves as a “small-batch takeaway rotational bakes” shop — the operation does seem to be more takeaway-focused, though there is the availability of a small seating area outside of the shop where cushions are placed on a platform for those whom are looking for a quick bite on the spot. We visited Blob when they were still having their trial run — the range of bakes available during this period including a line-up of short baguettes, pretzels / pretzel buns, sliced loaf cakes and Caneles amongst others; beverages available at Blob will include espresso-based specialty coffee, drinking chocolate, flavoured milk, tea lattes and brewed tea.

One of the bakes that would capture the attention of most whilst skimming through the display case at Blob would be the Tako Floss Pretzel Ball — the description card placed in front of the item in the display case does mention the use of real octopus within this item. Thought the conceptualisation and execution of the Tako Floss Pretzel Ball was pretty inventive — for one, it was presented in a way that itself replicates a giant Takoyaki ball albeit with the fillings exposed, yet still topped with bonito flakes over the top. Taking a bite into the Tako Floss Pretzel Ball, the use of the pretzel ball as the bun here was a pretty genius take since it replicates the soft but dense bite of the batter found in the typical Takoyaki ball with a slightly crusty exterior. The fillings in the Tako Floss Pretzel Ball such as the meat floss does seem to be marinated with the same savoury sauce, while there are chunks of chewy octopus hidden within as well — all that whilst being paired Kewpie mayonnaise that provides a slightly more neutral flavour profile with a creamier touch.