Late Night in Singapore

Choose between Straits Tea (nonya style) or English Tea (western style) for your savouries. I chose Nonya style of course! *stares at kongba pao*
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Only available now till 31 July at Crossroads Bar from 3pm-5.30pm at $38++/pax with minimum 2pax to dine, same price even on weekends!
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#swissotelmerchantcourt #durian #hightea #afternoontea

Vanilla Gula Melaka softserve (with Pandan cake, coco crunch, cornflakes and Gula Melaka), 2. Truffle fries
#lepark #chinatown #cafefood #dessert #fries #foodie #foodporn #gulamelaka #icecream #trufflefries #foodstagram #fatdieme #burpple

Yes, this is essentially wok-charred rice - consisting of five different grains for varied texturality - with oyster omelette on top, with the distinctive and very aphrodisiacal oyster fragrance permeating the proceedings. When paired with the Hai Di Lao-esque garlicky/chilli padi/vinegar/sesame oil/soy sauce mix available for your dipping pleasure, this was fusion greasy hawker comfort at its finest. 4.1/5
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This was a hosted meal, courtesy of Provisions.

From Hustle Co, a new cafe that is situated at 52 Craig Road serving up brunch and mains alongside coffee and craft beer; the place is more focused on serving craft beers, with a variety of 12 craft beers available on tap to choose from.

While operating as a separate entity, the guys at Hustle Co also engaged the folks behind Pacamara/Botanist for the creation of their food menu. This explains the reason why most of the food items look very familiar, such as the Eggs Benedict. Much similar to the Eggs Benedict I had ordered at Pacamara back in the day when they had first opened, it includes elements such as Gammon Ham, Wilted Spinach, Brioche Toast and Hollandaise — the brioche lightly toasted and carrying a light hint of sweetness, while the ham providing the savoury flavours with two well-executed, flowy poached eggs and a light, creamy and tangy Hollandaise that dresses the eggs. Really loved the addition of wilted spinach which; an integral addition to the Eggs Benedict as compared to a side Salad that helps to cut through the savouriness of the ham. Really much the same thoughts I had as when I first had Pacamara's version years back, if you were to be wondering.

Just what you need when walking in the sweltering heat. Chanced upon this new kid on the block just 2 doors up from where an old fave (The Plain) used to be - filling up the gaping coffee hole that was left behind on Craig Road. Only managed to grab an iced white to-go on this visit. But based off of this cuppa, I'll defo be back. 👌🏼

Medium bodied beer with musky aroma fragrant with Belgium lychee & tint of floral scent. Very smooth & light taste, cooling & soothing
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All In One Platter ($29.80)
. Super crispy & yummy battered mushrooms, classic wings, grilled soft & juicy sausages & top up $3 for truffle fries instead of wedges
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Cream of Wild Mushroom ($6.80)
. Fresh portobello, white button & shimeji mushroom topped with white truffle oil & a slice of crispy garlic bread
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Grilled Ribeye Steak ($30.80)
. Angus ribeye steak marinated in red wine sauce served with creamy mash & super fresh & juicy tomatoes. Very very tender & juicy!
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Molten Chocolate Lava Cake ($10.80)
. Love how the molten chocolate sauces oozed out from the warm chocolate cake. Fantastic with the vanilla bean ice cream. Yum!
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#burpple

This is one which I say would most probably appeal to those who love really creamy renditions of Carbonara — this one certainly is pretty heavy on cream but yet pretty manageable (it's worth noting that I shared this though). Those who love their thick cut bacon will find them in a pretty generous portion all across the plate, while a wobbly egg yolk awaits to flow with the cut of a knife/poke of a fork right in the middle. Thought that the Linguine was done a little past al-dente; the overall texture could have been a little better if the Noodles can carry a bit of bite. That being said, it's a pretty much a good eat after all.

Flat White is my regular order at any cafe, thus the Flat White Stout available as a craft beer on tap definitely piqued my interest. Yes; it's a stout, not coffee — that's in case you are confused. Brewed by 8wired Stout, the Flat White Stout is a rather light drink at 5.5% — it comes pretty foamy and is recommended to be had when the drink settles down after a minute or two. The foam is really creamy and smooth, while the stout itself isn't particularly carbonated — it carries a smoothness that is reminiscent of Flat White with a lingering earthiness with a bit of malty sweetness in its finish. Pretty unique, I must say.

Yummylicious earl grey waffles topped with thai milk tea ice cream decorated with fruits, condensed milk and macaron! ($15.90) 💕 I love the fragrance of the waffles and how the 2 different tea flavours complimented each other well! There are plenty of other waffles selections you can choose from and free flow of plain water. Staffs were also friendly! Definitely a great place to chill with friends/lovers! (Place closes at 2am on a saturday)

How was it? Absolutely satisfying.