The first of two porridge places I would buy from around Kent Ridge - I’ve always loved Empress Porridge but sadly today’s porridge at lunch time was dismal. I bought this at 1pm, when there was quite a long lunch queue. It’s very affordable for staff and students, as there’s a $0.80 discount, making the small bowl only $4. You can even top up for a bigger bowl, or for a set with sides, drinks and dessert.

I probably visited at the wrong time - they might’ve just put fresh rice into the porridge as the grains were still in whole pieces, and hadn’t softened into the thick, congee-like consistency that I love from Empress Porridge. Doesn’t mean I’ll stop buying from them, but I probably have to time my lunch pick up better.