Dessert Wishlist

Rabbit Owl Depot is a small cafe opposite National Library that serves artisan ice-cream and buttermilk waffles. Please read my review at www.hungryghost.sg

Situated at Kreta Ayer, the newly opened Les Delices (which translates to "The Delights") intriguingly pairs Chinese tea -- both hot and cold brew options are available -- with French choux pastries and cakes. Their signature choux pastry come in flavours such as Earl Grey Milk Tea, Valrhona Chocolate and Matcha, while cakes currently include the Mango Charlotte and Berry Popping Cheesecake. Go for the Lemon Strawberry Rosette and Earl Grey Milk Tea Choux!

Walking distance from Kovan MRT, Hatter Street has already won the hearts of many with their whimsical touch and delightful array of cakes, waffles and drinks. While they don't serve savoury food, this is just the spot to visit during tea time or after dinner (they're open till 10pm). If waffles are what you're after, go for the seasalt or pandan gula melaka Whoaffles ($8.90). A must-try dessert is their Smoked Sawdust Pudding ($5) -- a truly innovative dessert of whipped milk pudding and biscuit crumble with a plume of aromatic smoke trapped in a jar!

Replacing the now defunct Happy 3 Bites, Chew The Fat (which refers to their chubby mascot, Chew) joins the bustling Everton Park area, serving premium teas and homemade desserts. You'd be surprised to hear no coffee is served here -- you would need to make a stop at the nearby Nylon Coffee Roasters for your coffee fix. Go for the Royal Apple Crumble or the chilled Wicked Brownies, and pair it with either the Japanese Cherry Blossom Sencha and Chili Chocolate White Tea. The teas served here are from local tea people Green Pot Tea, whilst bakes are either homemade or sourced from a Halal-certified bakery.

Got invited to try their improved waffle recipes. Sweet Waffles now get a choice of different batters; one that is more soufflé-like and the other which is crispy. This one was the former; I like the fluffiness of the waffles and there was a pretty evident dark chocolate flavour that exudes with each bite. Caramalised banana was soft and sweet, and the in-house vanilla ice-cream was smooth and creamy with its fragrance.

With each cake like an artpiece, it takes a Burppler about 20 shots before willing to dig in. Each mouthful tastes like heaven, and every single detail is meticulously taken care of, contributing to the burst of sensations on the tongue. Don't miss their playfully named G-Spot chocolate cake, or the awesome-sounding Triomphe caramel cake. * Tip: If you specially request for the rare 3D latte art from the head barista, you might just be lucky enough to get it ;)

Snowflake waffles with Strawberry Cheesecake & Hazelnut Roche ice cream the other day. Waffle is fluffy & slightly crispy at the edges. Could be crispier imo! Ice cream's smooth, creamy & not overly sweet. The slightly tangy strawberry cheesecake ice cream complements the nutty hazelnut roche ice cream well. Heard they have some other nice flavors too! Warrants a revisit sometime soon, eh?

You HAVE to go early to get your hands on their ondeh ondeh if you want to try it, because it sells out really quickly. And early means by lunch time at around 1230, which is a major bummer for those of us who are not early birds. Bite into the coconut-coated super soft ondeh ondeh and you get a burst of liquid gula melaka, which might tastes like liquid gold. They're handmade and addictive; it'll be surprising if you can stop at one. Their tapioca cake and muah chee (which is slightly different as they're filled with peanuts instead of coated) are superb as well.

Xing Xing Tapioca Cake
#01-31, Maxwell Food Centre
Mon - Sat: 0800 - 1400
(Sold out before 1300)
Closed on Sun

This is a chocolate lover's heaven- a cosy and intimate cafe in Robertson Quay that serves to-die-for chocolate treats. From their famed souffle, to their tarts, hand-made ice cream and cakes, you're sure to find something that will satisfy. Although the souffle needs a baking time of 15- 30 minutes, remember that good things are always worth the wait.

Bringing a variety of French pastries to Toa Payoh Central is Les Patisseries. This new kid on the block is opened by three graduates from local culinary schools. Les Patisseries literally means 'pastries' in French, and that is exactly what should bring you through their doors. From macarons, tarts, cakes and croissants, you will definitely be spoilt for choice. Opt for their Dulcey Hazelnut Tart, L’Rocky, or stick to the basics and have a croissant with a cup of coffee from Pacamara Boutique Coffee Roasters.

Newly opened Two Bakers is an artisanal bakery cafe serving up specialty coffee using blends from Strangers' Reunion, sweet cakes and savoury food. Using only French butter and top notch ingredients, their pastries are made fresh daily by Le Cordon Bleu Paris trained chefs. Bestsellers include their salted caramel éclair, Le Chocolat Noir and moist carrot cake. Their strawberry shortcake is also delightfully refreshing and perfect for a tea-time dessert. For more savoury options, you can go for various brunch options, beef stew, Asian pulled-pork sandwich, or soups. (But of course, end with dessert!)

They say good things come in pairs..... So here's the waffle version of this week's special!!! Same rules apply! Only available this Friday to Sunday (17-19 Oct) at $11.90! #needisaymore #comeandtryforyourself