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For those whom are working around the Central Business District, the name Nyonya Next Door would probably be something that rings a bell — these folks had opened their doors at the foot of One Shenton for quite some time; they are situated in between the outlet of Supergreen there and another dining establishment named Doki Doki there. Despite being an establishment that is set up only with outdoor seating space for its dining area, it is interesting to note that Nyonya Next Door does allow for patrons to do dine-in and takeaways here. As the namesake suggests, Nyonya Next Door is an establishment that serves up Peranakan cuisine — the concept is one which appeals to individual diners where patrons would get to choose the elements in which they would like their orders to come with before choosing a base (i.e. rice options or with Signature Kerabu Vermicelli); there is also a flexibility to opt for add-on sides as well.

We found ourselves opting for the Coconut Chicken Kapitan Set given how some of the other sets offered were already out-of-stock when we visited Nyonya Next Door during dinner service on a weekday evening. Nyonya Next Door does mention that all sets will come with elements such as Sambal Lava Egg, Ikan Bilis and Peanuts, Nyonya Achar, Sambal Original, Sambal Matah and Sambal Ijo — we did opt for our order of the Coconut Chicken Kapitan Set to also come with the Nyonya Black Curry Rice which is a chargeable add-on of $1.40 above the base price of the Coconut Chicken Kapitan Set. The Nyonya Black Curry Rice is essentially the same as the White Rice which they also offer as a Base; the only difference being the rice having drenched with a black curry gravy over it. It does seem that the Black Curry does have a consistency similar to that of Japanese Curry, though there is a slight tang and umami-ness amidst the light hint of curry that might suggest the use of Buah Keluak there. The Coconut Chicken Kapitan itself features a boneless slab of chicken; itself having been stewed in what seems to be coconut milk with the chicken fillet being all tender and juicy — the flavours of the coconut milk also not being particularly heavy but still evident that keeps us going for more. An interesting feature here would be the inclusion of three (3) different types of sambals by default; the Sambal Original carrying a sweet note akin to that of the usual sambal that accompanies Nasi Lemak, while the Sambal Matah and Sambal Ijo gives a refreshing zing and a smokier and savoury note respectively. Whilst the Ikan Bilis did retain the crunch despite us making our orders near closing time, the Sambal Lava Egg was the element that had some room for improvement — egg yolks weren’t quite as molten as what we had expected.

Lady M’s official return back to the local F&B scene has been marked with the opening of its Jewel Changi Airport location — the “more direct role” that it is playing in the Singapore market seems to be the opening of more centrally locations for the time being. These folks had recently opened their new outlet at IOI Central Boulevard Towers — they had taken over the former premises of the now-defunct Kwaasong Bakeshop outlet there. It does seem that Lady M did revamp the layout of the space subsequent to taking over the shop unit; the space does feel a little more tighter, though it does feature both counter-top seating on one side of the shop and a small area where typical dining tables and chairs can be found for patrons whom wish to dine-in. The menu at the Lady M outlet at IOI Central Boulevard Towers is the same as what is being offered at their Jewel Changi Airport location; food offerings available here would include the likes of their famed Mille Crepes and a range of tarts and cakes — the only savoury food offerings available here would be the range of Soup. The beverages section of the menu features categories dedicated to Coffee, Tea, Matcha and Others.

The Taro Mochi Cream Cake is the item that is newly introduced to the line-up of sliced cakes at Lady M ever since they had made their return to the Singapore F&B scene after their short hiatus — available at all their outlets in Singapore, the online POS system indicates that the Taro Mochi Cream Cake features elements such as Taro Sponge Cake, Taro Pastry Cream, Vanilla Mochi, Lilac Whipped Cream and Blue Cornflower Petals. Digging into the Taro Mochi Cream Cake, one would notice the soft and fluffy Lilac Whipped Cream that serves as the icing of the cake — this does come at the same consistency as that of the sponge cake itself; the consistency of the cake being especially light and easy to eat. Layers of Taro Pastry Cream exist in between the Taro Sponge Cake layers that provides an additional hint of earthiness that one would typically expect from Taro Paste. Interestingly, the folks at Lady M have also included cubes of taro within the pastry cream that further enhances the flavours and texture of the cake as well. The layer of Vanilla Mochi in the middle of the cake adds a chewy, stretchy texture that gave a bit of a texture variance to the entire slice of cake as well.

Enjoyed a delightful dinner here with attentive service. Tried the Prawns Al Ajillo, Ribeye Steak, and finished with their signature tiramisu. Each dish was expertly cooked and incredibly fresh. Strongly recommend visiting this spot and ordering the Prawns Al Ajillo!

Had an enjoyable dinner at Market Bistro with my colleague!

The prawn hummus appetiser stood out with smooth hummus, sweet grilled prawns, arugula and vibrant paprika oil.

The salmon was tender and nicely grilled, paired with crisp French beans, creamy mash, roasted seeds and early harvest olive oil.

Ended with a cold tiramisu made with home-brew coffee and dense freshly whipped cream, which was rich, comforting and not overly sweet. Such creamy indulgence after a hard day in office. Really glad that we give it a try!

Overall, it was a satisfying dining experience with good sharing plates, thoughtful flavours and a comfortable atmosphere.

enjoyed market bistro very much! the hospitality was amazing, the staff was very considerate of our needs and gave us plenty information to work with.

the clam pasta, dessert and wine, were the highlights of my night. first of all, really generous on the clams, and the pasta's finishing left a lingering taste in my mouth, wanting for more.

the tiramisu was very well, and was a good finisher to our entire dinner.

tiramisu was definitely the star of the show! super generous portion and the perfect sweet treat to finish off my night after the lovely steak frites and fries

Wonderful atmosphere, located right below the MBFC tower at the heart of Singapore’s CBD. Tasty and generous food portion that leaves me wanting more

I had the prawn al ajillo, steak frites (ribeye) and signature tiramisu. Taste profile of the food was on point and serving was generous too 👍

Definitely had a great meal here. The steak was cooked just right and really flavorful, the chicken wings were crispy and tasty, and the cheesecake was such a good finish. One of the best I had!

Service was also really good, with friendly staff and everything came out pretty fast. Would definitely come back.

Visited Market Bistro for a casual dinner and my personal order is wagyu cheeseburger. On top of that, we ordered spring salmon salad and tiramisu as sharing plates. The wagyu cheeseburger is very filling and among items ordered, tiramisu is my personal favourite. The texture is soft and moist, taste is slight creamy but very rich in flavour. Definitely good for communal dining or as a casual meal, alone or with friends.

Loved the overall experience here! The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, perfect for winding down after work. The Ribeye was fantastic — tender, juicy, and packed with flavour. The prawns with hummus were another highlight and something I’d order again. Good selection of drinks, attentive service, and a great vibe throughout the evening. Looking forward to coming back! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Found a new after-work hangout spot! 🍸✨ Love the chill atmosphere and easy-going vibes here. The Ribeye was definitely the highlight — super tender and flavourful. Also pleasantly surprised by the prawns with hummus, which added a nice creamy touch to the dish. Great place to relax, enjoy some drinks, and catch up with friends after a long day. Would come back again! 😊