New on Beyond: September 2021

Peek this newly opened Indonesia-based coffee joint in Far East Plaza for avocado specialty beverages! Purchase their standard drinks and choose from a choice of their Jodo Coffee Black or Jodo Coffee Milk, a coffee blend of milk and brown sugar, for your free drink. On standard drinks, some of their signatures include their Avojodo ($6.50), which sees blended avocado with chocolate ice cream, chocolate and a shot of espresso, Avojodo with Boba ($6.50) and Si Lorenk Latte ($5.40) for coffee blend mix with milk, brown sugar and boba.

Newly opened in Street 91 of Tampines, this hidden neighbourhood joint serves up authetic and affordable Thai food, perfect for that WFH afternoon lunch break. Take your pick from their wide range of dishes — Thai Fish Cake ($5), Thai Mango Salad ($6), Tom Yum Seafood Soup ($7) and Stir-Fried Basil Leaves with Minced Chicken/Pork ($8) for sharing.

Westies, you're in for a smokin' good time at this gelato bar in NEWest! As the name suggests, expect your waffles and coffee to come with a side of smoky goodness (literally!). Order a scoop of Fior De Latte ($5) and Scarmoza ($5) that will balance the sweetness of milk with the savoury smoked cheese flavour. Top up $8 to pair your creamy gelatos with their Buttermilk Waffles that had Burppler @tasteoftasha 🍴 raving about the "smokey fragrant it adds to the buttermilk waffle which adds a little complexity to the waffle." Sip on their creamy Flat White ($4) or aromatic Long Black ($3).

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Indulge in a decadent spread of local delights, western cuisine, exotic Indian food and fresh seafood in their International Halal Buffet ($69.33)! With three menus to choose from. treat yourself to a refreshing start at their salad bar, followed by their goreng-goreng and cracker station for a round of local food. In mains, choose from an assortment of Beef Rendang, Salmon Fish Head Curry, Cajun Baked Fish with Pineapple Salsa, Fish Tikka and more! Tuck into their Peranakan-fusion delights for desserts to end off the fulfiling meal.

Tucked within Village Hotel Bugis, meet and dine at this halal-certified restaurant for a quiet afternoon with your loved ones over their High Tea Buffet ($69.33). Available in 3 session timings, start off the high tea with generous servings of succulent prawns and ocean fresh mussels, followed by 5 tiers of assorted pastries and savoury sandwiches for your picking. Sit back and relax with a bottle of sparkling water and choice of coffee, tea or juice.

Along Robertson Quay sits this specialty Chinese restaurant, dishing up gourment cuisines from different regions in China, perfect for any occasion — casual business lunches to decadent dim sum high teas and hearty family dinners. Feast on their Stewed Eggplant With Minced Meat & Salted Fish In Spicy Sauce ($16) and Honey Glazed Coffee Ribs ($28) or tuck into their Sauteed Chicken With Creamy Salted Egg Sauce ($18), paired with a side of Wok Fried Hor Fun With Beef ($26).

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Newly opened at Cross Street Exchange, make your way down to this yakiniku restaurant for a round of drinks and Japanese Kushiyaki and delicacies. With Burpple Beyond, enjoy their $33.90 Set which comes with a round of five sticks Kushiyaki and two High Ball per person. Spoiled for choice with their wide variety of Yakitori, Pork or Vegetable Kushiyaki, we recommend ordering their tender Kashiwa (chicken thigh), Tsukune (housemade chicken meatball), Asparagus Maki, Bacon Hotate and Shishito (Japanese pepper). Be sure to quote "Burpple" while making your reservation prior to heading down!

Along Circular Road sits this humble restaurant, dishing up heartwarming plates of nasi lemak and local delights for the everyday Singaporean. Starting from $7.80, order up their Luncheon Meat Nasi Lemak Set Menu and Fish Cake Nasi Lemak Set Menu or go for their Chicken Wing Nasi Lemak Set Menu ($8.30). Other must-orders include the Indonesia Dry Noodles ($7.80) and their rendition of the Taiwan street food classic — Lu Rou Fan ($7.80), served with egg and tau pok.

Pop on over to this insta-worthy ice creamery, hidden in Junction Nine at Yishun, for a taste of specially curated gelatos and sorbet with a wide range of flavours to fit every taste bud. If you're up for an alcoholic ride, pair a scoop of their Mou Tai Liquor ($6.20) with their Crispy Waffles ($5.50) or go fruity with their Apple Crumble ($4.20) atop their light and airy Croffles ($5.50).

Opening their first bakery cafe in Odeon Building along East Coast Road, this gluten-free bakery crafts freshly baked goods daily, made full of flavour and with natural goodness. immerse yourself in the chill atmosphere and share the $20 Set with a friend, which comes with a choice of 2 muffins/cakes and paired with 2 coffee/tea. At $6.60 per slice, soak in the zesty and nutty goodness with their Lemon Pistachio cake, paired with herbal teas or load up on the richness of their Chocolate Peanut Butter cake, which goes perfect with a cup of Long Black ($5).

Coined as the Little Thailand of Singapore, Golden Mile is the best spot to hunt down hidden gems serving up no-frills Thai food and mookata at affordable price tags, and Yummy Yum is no exception! The perfect spot to hang out with friends over authentic Thai boat noodles, salad and beer, head to this eatery housed in Golden Mile Tower for their $15 set consisting of your choice of "Yum" and 2 beers. With over 26 plates/bowls to choose from, some of their best sellers include the Salmon Yum, Cooked Prawns Yum, Cuttlefish Yum and Fried Pork Belly Yum, cuztonmizable to your preferred level of spice.

With their first outlet in Paya Lebar, hit up this casual eatery for all your tonkatsu cravings! For just $39.90++, the Burpple Beyond Set comes with their Ebi & Rosu Katsu sets, with a choice of Pork Loin/Fish/Chicken and served with a side of Tori Karaage (2pcs) and Fried Oysters (2pcs). Enjoy the tender and crispy katsu with a side of rice, pickles, soup & shredded vegetables for a hearty lunch!
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