I still have no idea why #loklok became the hottest new food trend in Singapore, but since it’s meat on sticks, count me in! @shakeshakeloklok is a new lok lok establishment right outside Chinatown MRT exit A, and their sticks are solid stuff. Of course, they’ve got a couple of things not stuck on sticks, but the main reason why you’re there with a pal or four is to stuff yourself on skewers.⠀
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Some definite must haves include the inordinately juicy Thai Moo Ping skewers ($5 for 3 sticks), which are terrifically tantalising Thai grilled pork chops that’ve been marinated & coated in a sticky, subtly sweet sauce. The squid is kind of diminutive, but they are delicious thanks to a dusting of marvellous mala seasoning, which is delightfully numbing & slightly spicy. Of course, you gotta get all the varieties of deep fried mushrooms (yes, ALL), and the bacon & pork belly skewers.⠀
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As for the non skewers, they’ve got some crayfish that’s absolutely cray cray thanks to its freshness and the same mala seasoning powder. Of course, lok lok wouldn’t be complete without beer, and Shake Shake has a vast variety of bottled & canned brews for your enjoyment.⠀
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Shake Shake may be new, but they’ve already shook me down for lots of money. And I’ll do it again, mark my words.