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Swirling into the latest bandwagon, La Levain’s take on the trending cream-filled round croissants is right up my alley as it comes with a small variety so there is one for everyone.
For the sweets, the Nutella ($6.50) was not particularly life-changing but a foolproof bake. The Passionfruit and Mango ($6.20), on the other hand, was a tangy-sweet surprise. The tropical number with the Passionfruit Mango Nameraka cream filling had a great blend of the two fruity flavours. For something sharper and tart, the house-made filling for the Raspberry ($6.20) had an intensity just shy of making your lips pucker. Hence, refreshing to the palate, the jam went superbly with the vibrant Raspberry Valrhona Inspiration piped at the top - the luscious berry chocolate adding that sweetness to counter a bit of the acidity. Lastly, the Bobochacha La LeBombz ($6.80), inspired by one of their best-sellers, marries fresh coconut cream with steamed sweet potato and yam which have been baked with fragrant vanilla pods. Dusted with natural sweet potato powder, the bake was not heavy or starchy at all and the sweetness was just right.
Not forgetting the Truffle Cream Cheese ($8.20) then turns things up a notch with a rich Truffle Paste and Truffle Honey infused Cream Cheese topped with AOP Gruyere Cheese. The hints of saltiness from the cheese work surprisingly well with the aromatic hits of truffle.
Thanks Burpple and La Levain for hosting!
With a limited number made every day, the La LeBombz were flaky and really well-filled. Great lamination from the dough and the fillings were distinct with a nice punch of flavours.
The Mushroom and Camembert Cheese ($7.20) was a classic pairing with the well-seasoned earthy mushrooms, melted Camembert Cheese, and creamy Bechamel Sauce.
From the range of savoury La LeBombz, the Parma Ham and Emmental Cheese ($9.50) would be my pick! Nicely balanced, I love the saltish hits with the slices of ham. The Emmental Cheese added a great savouriness as well which married wonderfully with the Rocket and tangy In-house Honey Mustard, as well as Hot Honey. Like a sweet spiced sauce, the hot honey tied the peppery rocket leaves together with the classic ham and cheese combo superbly.
For those, like me, that fancy savoury-sweet flavours, the Cash In Cash Out ($44) is for you! A Blue Label Special, the pizza was like a luxe white pizza. The thin dough was topped with a decadent combo of artichoke heart, black truffle havarti cream, shaved pecorino, and wild flower honey. Delicately earthy and not too cheesy, the toppings worked amazingly well together. Texture-wise, it came more from the crust but it is a solid number!
Still, one of my go-to pizzerias; Blue Label Pizza is the place to impress your friends when they are skeptical about flat pies.
Packing quite a bit of heat with the use of espelette chili, the Summer in San Sebastian ($39) was tangy and deliciously spicy. The bits of Hokkaido octopus offered great bites (not overcooked at all) and nicely balanced the meaty flavour of the chorizo ragu. And, to turn things up a notch, the order also comes with lip-smacking aioli and lemon wedge to counter the kick as well as provide some refreshing acidity to the dish.
Tart with balanced sweetness, Asanoya’s latest Cranberry Series is the best of both worlds. Freshly baked with premium Japanese ingredients and with no preservatives; the Cranberry Series features an awesome list of items;
Cranberry Swirl Slice - the mild tanginess was nice
Cheesy Cranberry Bread
Cranberry Cream Cheese Pan
Cranberry Walnut Au Lait - my favourite with the crunchy studded walnuts
What can go wrong?🤪
The food at @cherki_sg definitely tasted gooOoodd! but we gotta admit that the portion sizes are on the smaller side. Finding this place wasn’t easy because its quite ulu >.< Overall, it was a good blend of both asian and western, and we were pleasantly surprised that it was not fusion confusion 😂😂 We truly enjoyed the vibes at this place, and while you’re here, maybe you could enjoy a cocktail or two! 😉
