Coming after a range of ramen concepts, Keisuke Ginza Kamo Soba Kyudaime is Singapore's first dedicated duck ramen restaurant. Located in the heart of Holland Village, the speciality store features specific Irish-bred ducks noted for their fat content and juicy flesh. Thus, trying it for myself, I got the Hybrid Duck Broth Ramen (Clear Soup) with Flavoured Egg $16.90.

Enveloped in a warm, comforting umami-filled embrace, the bowl was perfectly harmonized with the essence of the duck. Fairly light on the palette, the shoyu-based soup was surprisingly refreshing. Though I am not a fan of the ramen broth in general and never once finished the entire serving, the clear stock was very "drinkable" and well-balanced (that before I knew it I had already drank a copious amount) - not bland like some or overly intense and cloying like those thick broths.

Grilled, marinated then steamed; the unconventional choice of protein was, of course, the star of the show. Tender and flavourful, the premium Irish hybrid duck had a lovely hue and sliced to just about the right thickness for that juice-filled bite. The thin noodles were also well-executed.