Burpple Beyond Deals

I couldn’t get enough of torched salmon with mentaiko sauce, and the 𝗔𝗯𝘂𝗿𝗶 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗶 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗺𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗼𝗻 ($11.90) satiated my cravings. This was an excellent rice bowl, but compared to its Chirashi counterpart, it had to take a back seat.

I’m already looking forward to my next visit to Kazoku. Wallet-friendly Japanese food is always a winner. With Burpple Beyond, you also get 1-for-1 donburi, so there’s no reason not to come back.

I’m always on the lookout for a good Chirashi Don, and the 𝗞𝗮𝘇𝗼𝗸𝘂 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗶 𝗗𝗼𝗻 ($29.90) blew me away. Thick slices of salmon, tuna, swordfish, scallops and octopus adorned the bowl of rice, topped with tiny orbs of ikura. It was simply perfect.

While the 𝗦𝗶𝗿𝗹𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗸 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗺𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗺𝗶 ($19.90) tasted good, it didn’t wow us like the other dishes.

I was sceptical of the 𝗦𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘆 𝗦𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗺𝗶 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗶𝗼 ($13.90) at first, but the raw seafood drizzled with a sweet-spicy Thai chilli sauce was absolutely alluring.

The 𝗔𝗯𝘂𝗿𝗶 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗶 𝗘𝗯𝗶 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗺𝗼𝗻 𝗥𝗼𝗹𝗹 ($15.90) was a showcase of classic Japanese food executed elegantly. The raw salmon slathered with mentaiko sauce, combined with fried prawn embedded in sushi rice, was flawless.

Best described as a food court with wait staff, ToGather Kitchen & Bar offers an eclectic mix of cuisines. One of the them is Kazoku Japanese Dining.

The 𝗞𝗮𝘇𝗼𝗸𝘂 𝗦𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗺𝗶 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗱 ($13.90) was a microcosm of what the eatery has to offer: fresh ingredients, thick cuts of raw seafood and immaculate flavours. This salad ticked every box there is, and more.

We also tried two burgers. The 𝗚𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝗻 𝗕𝘂𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗿 ($16.90) fared better as the slab of chicken thigh was succulent. The 𝗣𝘂𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗕𝘂𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗿 ($17.90) was good, but not great, although the caramelised onions did make it more enjoyable. The shoestring fries that came with the burgers were addictively crispy.

Overall a pretty decent meal and I wouldn't mind returning to @embercharcoalgrill to try its other grilled items.

𝐄𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐨𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐫𝐢𝐥𝐥
Blk 332 Ang Mo Kio Ave 1
Unit 01-1881
Singapore 560332

Ember Charcoal Grill specialises in grilled meats using binchotan charcoal. There were also a few Burpple deals available, such as 1-for-1 House Brew and 1-for-1 Croffle. But since we ordered three main courses, the 30% Off Total Bill deal was the most value-for-money.

The 𝗦𝗶𝗹𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗻 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝘀𝘀-𝗳𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗶𝗻 ($25.90) was the star attraction on the menu. It came with a choice of two sides and a sauce. Even though the steak looked the part, with a beautiful pink centre, it was slightly overcooked and was tougher than expected. However the sides were sublime, while the Miso Kombu Butter added a depth of flavours. The Grilled Broccoli, with its crispy edges, was particularly praiseworthy.

𝐄𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐨𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐫𝐢𝐥𝐥
Blk 332 Ang Mo Kio Ave 1
Unit 01-1881
Singapore 560332

Enjoying my 1-for-1 single scoops at Burnt Cones with Burpple Beyond. Although the 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗮 (milk) tasted very mild, the chocolate shavings gave it more oomph.

The eye-catching 𝗨𝗯𝗲 (purple yam) was bolder, though it was a little too sweet. Overall the two flavours were satisfactory, but weren’t impressive. Do note that the premium flavours aren’t eligible for the Burpple deal.

𝐁𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐬 (𝐒𝐮𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐭 𝐖𝐚𝐲)
Blk 105 Clementi St 12
Unit 01-02
Singapore 120105

1-for-1 Beverage: We liked the 𝗜𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗟𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸 ($6) for its fruity profile, while the smooth and robust 𝗙𝗹𝗮𝘁 𝗪𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗲 ($6.50) was very palatable.

We also tried one of the pastries, 𝗤𝘂𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗩𝗶𝗰 ($6.50). Berries sitting on cream adorned a longish bun that boasted the crispy, flakey texture of a croissant. Not only did it look like royalty, it tasted exquisite too.

The pastries and coffees at @carpenterandcook impressed, and I'd return for them. Skip the minuscule mains.

Most cafes have two poached eggs and two muffins (or equivalent) in their Eggs Benedict dishes, but the 𝗣𝘂𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗘𝗴𝗴𝘀 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝘁 here has only one each. The palm-sized sandwich and widowed Eggs Benedict are definitely overpriced without the 1-for-1 deal.

Carpenter and Cook, whose owner trained at the prestigious Cordon Bleu in London, specialises in pastries which are baked in-house. We checked out some of the Burpple 1-for-1 deals on offer here.

1-for-1 Brunch: We felt the portions of both the 𝗖𝗹𝘂𝗯 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘄𝗶𝗰𝗵 ($25) and 𝗣𝘂𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗘𝗴𝗴𝘀 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝘁 ($23) were really small. They tasted decent, but weren't worth writing home about.