Popular China Tea Brand TaiGai Opens First Overseas Outlet At NEX – Prices Start From $3.30

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While food trends come and go, Fruit Teas look like they’re here to stay for a while.

From Partea to Teafolia, fruit tea fans can look forward to the opening of TaiGai at NEX Serangoon!

Established in Shenzhen, China, TaiGai is a popular tea brand in China with over 60 stores across the country. They’re also known for their signature offerings and healthier tea options using mainly fresh fruits and premium quality teas in their concoctions.

TaiGai’s NEX outlet is their first venture out of China.

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Love At First Sip

If you’re wondering, “What’s the difference between TaiGai and other fruit tea brands?

TaiGai is the pioneer behind “Fruity Milky Kiss” – fruit-blended milk cheese crowns. The drinks are topped with a milk cheese foam that has been blended with fruits, which gives you that natural sweetness and pulpy bits as you sip on your fruity tea.

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With fresh fruits used predominantly in the teas, TaiGai is careful to retain its natural fragrance and sweetness to complement the taste and aroma of these crafted teas.

Another highlight of their drinks would be their “Beary Cute Series” that comes with an adorable bear-ear lid.

If you’re wondering what drink you should get from TaiGai, here’s what we highly recommend:

Pulpy Strawberry Kiss ($6.80)

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The most popular “Fruity Milky Kiss” drink would be the Pulpy Strawberry Kiss, which is perfect if you want something refreshing and sweet. About half a cup of strawberries are used for just one drink!

This drink is exceptionally popular as it has the perfect balance of fresh sweetness and a hint of sourness from the strawberries, along with the fragrance of the tea.

When you take the first sip from the opening, you can first taste the blended crown which has well-balanced milk-cheese to fruit ratio followed by the fruit-blended tea.

The milk cheese crown has a perfect velvety finishing when sipped together with the fruit blended tea. The generous pulp from the blended strawberries adds dimension to the entire experience.

Pulpy Pineapple Kiss ($6.20)

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Also a part of the “Fruity Milky Kiss” series, the Pulpy Pineapple Kiss is one of TaiGai’s signature drinks.

If you’re looking for something to quench your thirst, this drink is a juicy tropical blend that is both refreshing and zesty – reminiscent of sunny days lying on the beach in Thailand.

Milky Kiss Baby Cicada Oolong ($4.90)

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For the tea lovers, you can choose from the “Pure Tea” or the “Pure Tea Milky Kiss” series that are topped with the milk cheese crowns.

The Milky Kiss Baby Cicada Oolong is one of the signature drinks on the menu. Similar to the civet cat coffee, when a cicada bites the baby tea leaves, it changes the chemistry resulting in an authentic taste profile of this oolong tea.

This golden-coloured tea is paired nicely with the milk cheese crown as it was smooth and has a slight hint of bitterness from the tea itself.

Perhaps it’s time to swap out your everyday tea for the Milky Kiss Baby Cicada Oolong.

Fresh Premium Orange Burst ($5.90)

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Fruit Teas, also known as infusions, are gaining popularity because they come across as healthier versions as compared to their counterparts of Bubble Tea.

In their “Fresh Fruit Tea” series, you can choose from Fresh Golden Kumquat Burst ($4), Fresh Green Lemon Burst Green Tea ($4.50), Fresh Yellow Lemon Burst Black Tea ($4.50) and Fresh Premium Orange Burst ($5.90).

The recommended drink is the Fresh Premium Orange Burst. The drink consists of freshly sliced oranges and a slice of lime.

This calming and refreshing drink makes for the perfect afternoon thirst quencher.

Beary Creative Milk Tea ($4.50)

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This is probably a favourite for most as the drinks comes with an adorable bear-shaped lid.

You can choose from the Beary Co Co which is a very chocolatey drink or the Beary Creative Milk Tea which is a milk tea drink with choice of pearls, nata de coco, or red bean.

The Beary Creative Milk Tea comes with one topping of your choice and an additional 80cents for extra topping.

Pro-tip: Shine a light from the top of the cup and see the magic happen!

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Overall Store Atmosphere

The service at TaiGai is fast and simple. All you have to do is key in your orders on the iPad available at the counter and wait for your number to appear on the screen!

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There are seats available in the store as well for you to take IG-worthy pictures of your drinks. Do be prepared for the long queues!

If you’re looking to try out a new fruit tea place, then you might just like TaiGai’s fruity tea creations!

TaiGai
Address:
NEX Serangoon, #B2-34, Singapore 556083
Opening Hours:
Mon – Sun: 10am – 10pm
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Last Chance To Catch The Food Trucks At Market On Wheels – Ends 9 Sept At AMK Hub

Remember when Market On Wheels took over Bugis Junction back in June?

If you missed the first edition of the container pop-up market, no worries, here’s your last chance to catch the food trucks at Market On Wheels.

From now till 9 September, head down to AMK Hub for IG-worthy food and shopping! Here’s what you can expect.

A Sugar Rush by Cereal Citizen

You might’ve seen them at previous events like Artbox. Cereal Citizen was founded by local blogger and influencer, Bong Qiu Qiu. They’re known for their signature Crododo, which is a quirky little creation of a cross between a croissant and a donut.

Basically, a donut with the texture of a croissant.

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If you love everything unicorn, then you’ll love their Unicorn Milkshake and Unicorn Crododo ($8) which is topped with an adorable unicorn meringue.

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Grilled Meats From The Swag Social

Brought to you by the people from The Swag Social who were also at the previous Market On Wheels, they offer grilled Yakiniku Ribeye Beef Cubes ($10), Grilled Salmon Mentai ($9), Donburi, fries & refreshing mojitos!

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Local Delights by Abracowdabra

Serving up a combination of Singapore and Thai flavours, you can expect unique dishes such as Crab Phad Thai ($10), Satay Beef Phad Thai ($9) and Satay Chicken Phad Thai ($7).

For the satay lovers, the fragrant nutty satay sauce along with the aromatic tinge of spice from the sambal chilli makes for a sweet & spicy combination that would suit those with a lower threshold for spice!

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Each bowl of phad thai comes with a runny egg yolk and a medley of spices such as spring onions, chilli flakes and fried shallots.

Deep Fried Treats by Ha-Mess

If you’ve never had fried oreos or fried toblerone, it’s about time that you do!

Each set goes for $4 each!

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Expect to find an aesthetically-pleasing range of food available from other vendors such as Hasan Istanbul for your kebab fix as well as Charms Cafe for their Over the Rainbow Gelato Ice Cream ($7) which comes with Mango, Yuzu, Raspberry topped with Green Apple Nata, Aloe Vera, Mango Jelly.

And if it’s anything like Bugis’ Market on Wheels, there’ll also be designated photo spots for you to snap pictures for the gram!

Market On Wheels (AMK Hub)
Address: AMK HUB, 53 Ang Mo Kio Av‍‍‍‍‍‍e 3, Singapore 569933
Date: 
August 3 – September 9
Opening Hours: Mon – Fri: 11am-9pm, Sat – Sun:11am-10pm

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Orchard Road Turns On The Christmas Magic With A Disney-Themed Light-Up This Year

Every year, in the months leading up to the festive Christmas season, Orchard Road is decked out in the prettiest of lights and glittery decor thanks to Christmas on a Great Street.

Who can forget the giant glowing arcs?

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Now that National Day is over, that means it’s time to prepare for Halloween and Christmas. And this year, Orchard Road is about to be taken over by everyone’s favourite childhood characters.

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This Christmas, Hitachi proudly presents Disney Magical Moments – Christmas on a Great Street!

A Very Disney Christmas

Disney fans can expect to see themed installations featuring Mickey Mouse and friends, the Disney Princesses, characters from Frozen, and Pixar’s Toy Story, all along the stretches of Orchard Road!

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The Disney spectacle begins from Tanglin Mall along Tanglin Road with the Disney Princesses greeting you, and ends at Dhoby Ghaut, with the beloved characters of Pixar’s Toy Story.

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Some of the highlights to look out for along the stretch include the Ariel (The Little Mermaid) photo spot at Shaw House, Mickey Mouse and friends set pieces, and pop-ups by popular brands such as OWNDAYS, Häagen-Dazs, Uniqlo, SK-II, and OPPO!

We heard there’ll be 25 brands in total, so stay tuned for more details on the other participating brands!

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Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza will also host the Endless Wonder Christmas Village, with bouncy castles, food vendors, and musical performances!

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That’s not all, head over to Plaza Singapura for the Light-Up Ceremony on 10 November 2018 at 7pm and watch as the Disney-themed decor lights up Orchard Road and usher in the spirit of Christmas!

The lights and decor will be up 1 January 2019 so you’ll have plenty of time to get all your photos.

Disney Magic Moments – Christmas on a Great Street
Venue: Along Orchard Road
Date: 10 Nov 2018 – 1 Jan 2019
Let It Glow, Let It Glow – Tsum Tsum Takes Over Vivocity With 2000 Lanterns This Mid-Autumn Festival

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Let It Glow, Let It Glow – Tsum Tsum Takes Over Vivocity With 2000 Lanterns This Mid-Autumn Festival

Calling all Tsum Tsum fans, VivoCity is holding a full-blown Mid-Autumn fiesta featuring a myriad of Disney characters in their Tsum Tsum forms.

Held from 30 August to 30 September 2018 at VivoCity Sky Park Level 3, this Mid-Autumn celebration is a visual spectacle and a sight to behold, where over 2,000 Tsum Tsum themed lanterns will light up the night sky!

Mid Autumn With Tsum Tsum

Grab your loved ones and celebrate love at VivoCity’s Sky Park as the entire rooftop garden will be decked out in adorable Tsum Tsum lanterns that are guaranteed fun for all ages.

Best part, entry to all these activities are free!

Take A Selfie In The Tunnel Of Love

Snap a picture in this 40m-long tunnel that features over 30 Disney and Pixar characters! From your favourite Disney princesses to the Winnie The Pooh squad, this is a favourite for both the young ones and the young at heart.

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Channel Your Inner Princess

Happy endings do come true at the Fairytale Garden! Celebrate the love stories of 5 Disney princesses and take as many photos as you can.

Take a selfie with Cinderella’s iconic pumpkin carriage or explore a whole new world with Aladdin’s magic carpet. Trust us, you’ll be blown away by this spectacular showcase!

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Make A Wish At The Wishing Wonderland

Explore the winter wonderland of Arendelle at the Frozen-themed Wishing Wonderland. 

Make a wish with Elsa, Anna and Olaf floating on the icy fractal lake. All you have to do is purchase a wishing card for $2 at TANGS Customer Service Counter at Level 1. All proceeds will be donated to the Children’s Cancer Foundation.

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See The Largest Lantern Installation

Made out of 1,500 lanterns, this Mickey and Minnie lantern sculpture breaks the Asia Book of Records for the Largest Lantern Sculpture.

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From now, till 30 September, head down to Vivocity’s Sky Park to witness this spectacular display in all its glory!

What’s more, you can score an exclusive Disney Tsum Tsum EZ-Link card when you spend a minimum of $250, limited to the first 150 shoppers daily on weekdays and first 350 shoppers daily on weekends.

Disney Tsum Tsum Mid-Autumn Celebration of Love
Date: 30 Aug – 30 Sep 2018
Address: VivoCity Sky Park, Level 3

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Art After Dark Returns – Another Round Of Good Food, Musical Acts And Exhibitions At Gillman Barracks This Sep

Art After Dark x 6th Anniversary Celebrations

Singapore’s art scene has blossomed over the years, with numerous art festivals annually, celebrating the nation’s growing appreciation for the arts.

One of the most consistent and popular events is Art After Dark.

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We had the first Art After Dark of 2018 back in January, in conjunction with Singapore Art Week. This time round, it’s coming back on 21 September 2018 as part of Gillman Barracks’ 6th Anniversary!

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In celebration of the arts, galleries will open their doors with free entry to their ongoing or new exhibitions. Artists will also take the opportunity to showcase the works that they’ve been working on.

And of course, no arts festival is complete without entertainment in the form of musical performances.

Jam to a wide range of tunes by local Rock ‘n’ Roll quartet The Pinholes (7:50pm to 8:30pm), eclectic punk rock band Tiramisu (10pm – 10.40pm) and indie group, Pleasantry (8.50pm – 9.30pm).

After a long night of jamming to local music, dig into a variety of savoury bites and sweet treats by Handlebar, Park Bench Deli, The LAB, Hopscotch, Super Simple and Iskina Cebu.

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This upcoming Art After Dark is set to be the biggest one yet, as Gillman Barracks celebrates its 6th anniversary, complete with live performances, interactive art experiences, precinct-wide activities and programmes and much more!

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If you plan on going by public transportation, one-way FREE bus services to Gillman Barracks will be available from:

1. Raffles City (Swissotel Bus Bay) (7pm, 7.15pm, 7.30pm, 7.45pm and 8pm)

2. Vivocity Bus Bay (7pm, 7.15pm, 7.30pm, 7.45pm and 8pm)

3. Art Stage Singapore at Marina Bay Sands Convention Centre (8.15pm, 8.30pm, 8.45pm, 9pm and 9.15pm)

Please note that cars will be directed to Alexandra Retail Centre carpark when the carparks onsite are full.

Come 21 September 2018, gather your friends and family and head over to Gillman Barracks to show your support for the arts and also for a night of good food and great fun!

Art is not just for the elite anymore. Art is for everyone.

Check out the full exhibition lineup here.

Art After Dark x 6th Anniversary Celebrations
Venue: Gillman Barracks, 9 Lock Road, Singapore 108937
Date: 21 Sep 2018
Time: 7pm – 11pm
Website

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Sentosa Sandsation Returns With A MARVEL-lous Array Of Superheroes – Runs From 1-16 Sept

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It is safe to say that we are still reeling in from the aftermath of Avengers: Infinity War but it’s not over yet. Polish your shields because your favourite superheroes are taking over Siloso Beach this September holidays.

Southeast Asia’s biggest sand festival, Sentosa Sandsation, is set to return bigger and better from 1 – 16 September in a never-before seen MARVEL Edition.

The Sentosa Sandsation: MARVEL Edition exhibition will feature 15 larger-than-life sand sculptures of popular MARVEL Super Heroes such as Iron Man, Thor, Captain America, and Hulk, and another 14 sculptures crafted from scratch in the Sentosa International Sand Sculpting Championship.

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Sandcastles Assemble

Over 10 days, your favourite MARVEL characters took shape on Sentosa’s Siloso Beach as sand sculptors from all over the world brought a whole stable of superheroes and villains to life!

Swopping in at Siloso Beach, Iron Man, Captain America, Dr Strange, Thor, just to name a few, will arise from the sands under the hands of internationally-acclaimed sculptor JOOheng Tan and his team.

This is some next level sand art.

Here’s what you can’t miss at Sentosa Sandsation: MARVEL Edition:

Iron Man

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Hawkeye

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Captain America

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Black Panther

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Ant Man

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Hulk

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Black Widow

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Medusa

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Guardians Of The Galaxy

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Doctor Strange

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Thor & Asgard

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Thanos

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Fans can also look forward to the return of the acclaimed Sentosa International Sand Sculpting Championship, which will see 14 of the world’s best sand sculptors put against each other for the Golden Shovel Award (worth US$5,000) in a MARVEL-inspired sand sculpting competition!

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You can also look forward to an array of interactive MARVEL-themed activities that are set to bring out the inner superhero in everyone.

Hulk Smash

Discover how your strength compares to a MARVEL Super Hero as you watch the ground break and tremor according to the intensity of your smash.

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Shout “HULK SMASH” to see the full effect!

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Freeze Frame Station

Show off your superhero moves in a 180-degree photo opportunity activation and take home a photo memorabilia after!

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Sandcastle Sculpting Workshop

Let the little ones learn how to create their very own sand sculptures from our master sand sculptors!

Specially designed for kids aged 5 years and above, a demonstration will be provided by a master sand sculptor before the kids are allowed to “let loose” and create their very own masterpieces!

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Finally, this is for all the hardcore comic fans out there, stand a chance to be among the few to take home a super limited edition customised Singapore-themed MARVEL comic book, created by MARVEL’s own team of creatives and artists which you can’t find anywhere else!

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Sentosa Sandsation: MARVEL Edition runs from Sep 1 to 16 at Siloso Beach. Entry to Sentosa is free for all Singaporean residents during this period!

Sentosa Sandsation: MARVEL Edition
Address: Siloso Beach
When: 1 – 16 September 2018
Website

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Follow The Yellow Brick Road And Bask Among 16,000 Sunflowers In The Flower Dome

Sunflower Surprise

Have you ever pretended like you’re Dorothy in the Broadway musical “Wicked”? Just me? Okay.

But anyway, now’s your chance to pretend like you’re Judy Garland in The Wizard of Oz, travelling on the Yellow Brick Road.

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This is Singapore’s largest sunflower display ever, with more than 50 varieties and over 16,000 sunflowers on display!

Some of the rare sunflower species on display includes the “Teddy Bear” which resembles a shower sponge, and the gigantic “Russian Mammoth” that’s as big, if not bigger than, a human face.

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That’s not all, spot familiar characters from The Wizard of Oz such as the Tin Man, Scarecrow, and the Cowardly Lion, nestled among the sunflower displays as you trek along the Yellow Brick Road leading to the Wizard’s castle!

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What’s more, you can try your hands at the Fondant Painting workshop or the Flower Clay Craft workshop!

More details are available Also read 6 Dishes Crazy Rich Asians Should Have Tried At Newton Food Centre Instead Of Satay

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Legendary Heavy Metal Band Judas Priest To Bring Some ‘Firepower’ To S’pore On December 4

For all you headbangers, one of the most legendary heavy metal acts ever, Judas Priest, is bringing their ‘Firepower‘ tour to Singapore on 4 December 2018!

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The British heavy metal legends will be performing at ZEPP@BIGBOX.

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The last time the band performed in Singapore was back in 2013 together with Lamb of God.

You can purchase early bird tickets at $148 from 5 September 2018 at 10am. Early bird ticket sales will be available till 12 September 2018.

General ticket sales will begin on 13 September 2018 at $158.

Tickets will be available for purchase via all SISTIC outlets.

In the meantime, here are some of Judas Priest’s greatest hits to make the waiting more tolerable.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nM__lPTWThU

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Are you ready to rock hard with Judas Priest this December?

Judas Priest ‘Firepower’ Tour Live In Singapore
Venue: 
ZEPP@BIGBOX
Date: 4 Dec 2018
Price: Early Bird: $148, General Price: $158
Website

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This Aussie Dude Sells Makcik-Approved Nasi Lemak At Aliwal Street

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Fighting over which country makes the best Nasi Lemak has been a constant debate that never seems to get resolved.

Nasi Lemak has been a long perennial favourite among Singaporeans regardless of race. So I understand why we’re so territorial over our Nasi Lemak.

Question is, do we really know our nasi lemak? Are we truly the best?

Most of us have had Nasi Lemak from both Singapore and Malaysia, but have you guys tried Nasi Lemak cooked by an Australian guy?

We have.

And he’s definitely our new competitor.

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Nasi Lemak For The Soul

SoulFood Catering has been around for the last 8 months but no one ever really paid attention to this humble shop located at Aliwal Street.

Meet Brett and his wife, Yani. They’ve been married for the last 5 years and they both run SoulFood Catering.

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Now, my expectations for their Nasi Lemak was low because I’m a Malay girl and I KNOW my Nasi Lemak. An Ang Moh cooking Nasi Lemak completely threw me off because I was expecting a 50 year old makcik or auntie to serve me instead.

As I walked to the entrance, Brett flashed me a smile and warmly welcomed me with a question: “You ready to makan?”

Brett first discovered Nasi Lemak while on holiday in Malaysia. After multiple tries of recreating Nasi Lemak in his kitchen back in Australia, he was never satisfied with the outcome.

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That’s where his wife and mother in law came into the picture.

“My wife and mak (mother in malay), are both great cooks. They’re amazing. One thing led to another, now we have this little shop in Aliwal.

“Everybody knows Nasi Lemak, it’s cultural. You just can’t go wrong with it.”

I couldn’t agree more.

Sugar, Spice, And Everything Nice

Unlike the typical nasi lemak stalls, SoulFood Catering offers a variety of Nasi Lemak. From your standard fried chicken wing to Barbecued Salmon, you name it, they have it all.

But what makes their Nasi Lemak special would definitely be the different ingredients that comes with it.

“Back in Australia, I used to enjoy a good barbecue. We’d grill meats and enjoy food with our friends.”

From chicken and prawns to salmon and scallops, they’re all barbecued fresh upon order.

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The sambal however, is the star of this simple dish. We all know a good sambal makes or breaks a good plate of Nasi Lemak.

“Mak, makes the best sambal. Oh you have to try it to believe it!”, he exclaimed.

Yani laughed and added, “I haven’t learn how to make the sambal yet, but I know she’ll make me learn it soon!”

Singapore’s Next Top Nasi Lemak 

The basic Nasi Lemak with Chicken Wing ($4) was definitely a game-changer.

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As I took my first bite, I was left completely speechless. That sambal, was honestly love at first bite.

I haven’t met this famous Mak they fondly spoke of but I knew I have to meet her some day.

They gave me a generous portion of sambal which I was happy about as most sellers are quite stingy with theirs. The sambal was definitely spicy but it had a hint of sweetness which made it enjoyable and not jelak at all.

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The chicken wing was coated in their own special batter as well. It was fragrant and incredibly crispy – just the way any good fried chicken wing should be. The recipe for their chicken wings took multiple tries before they finally settled on the perfect combination. I also liked that the outer coating was not too thick to the extent that it became overwhelming.

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If you know your rice, a lot of stalls swap jasmine rice for basmati rice instead. Which just doesn’t give you the same satisfaction.

The rice is prepared in the shop and is the perfect balance of lemak and not being overly “mushy”. From the moment the rice is scooped from the massive rice cooker, your senses will be awoken. Mix the rice together with the sweet and spicy sambal and that itself can be a meal on its own.

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Next up, I got the BBQ Prawns Nasi Lemak ($8.90) which comprises of the standard coconut rice, fried ikan bilis, a fried egg, a generous dollop of sambal and of course, 4 juicy prawns that are barbecued to perfection.

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This one took about 5-10 minutes of waiting time. Smoke started to fill the shop as Brett was manning the barbecue station in the kitchen. He placed the prawns on the grill and covered it with a lid to ensure that the prawns are evenly cooked and contain all that smokey flavour.

Once that was done, he glazes them with his special sambal oil which gives it that fiery red colour.

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I know we’re all lazy to peel our prawns but this is one dish that is worth getting your fingers dirty for.

Saving the best for last, the BBQ Salmon Steak Nasi Lemak ($9.90) was the one I was most excited for.

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You’ll have to wait at least 20 minutes for the salmon but rest assured, it’s definitely worth the wait.

He first seasons the salmon with salt, pepper and mixed herbs before throwing it on the grill. Just like the prawns, he covers them with the lid so you’ll get that extra smokey flavour.

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He then glazes the salmon with the sambal oil for the extra kick.

Despite being on the grill for about 20 minutes, the salmon was perfectly cooked throughout and best part, the skin was crispy as well. Safe to say, I had a real good food coma afterwards.

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Atmosphere at SoulFood Catering

To sum up their entire menu, it would definitely be “Australian Meets Singapore Nasi Lemak” – and I’m all up for it.

It’s not your traditional everyday nasi lemak but this is perfect if you want an upgrade from your usual Changi Village Nasi Lemak.

The space may not be ideal for big groups but it’s definitely a great option if you prefer to dabao your lunch instead. It gets a bit hot and stuffy when they start grilling as the space is not big but there are a couple of seats outside for you to enjoy your meal.

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The shop may often be overlooked as they’re located on the quieter part of Aliwal street but this shop definitely does not lack in character and flavours.

The next time you’re in the area, drop by SoulFood Catering for your Nasi Lemak fix.

I can’t believe I’m saying this, but I think the Australians won this time round.

SoulFood Catering
Address: 77 Aliwal Street, Singapore 199948
Opening Hours: Mon – Fri: 8.30am – 8.30pm, Sat: 10.30am – 10.00pm, Sun: 10.30am – 8.30pm, Closed on Tuesdays.
Contact No.: 8767 8299
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Warner TV Is Challenging You To Escape From Their FREE Themed Escape Room This 3-9 Sep

Warner TV Escape Room Challenge

Fans of The Big Bang Theory, Arrow, Legends of Tomorrow, Gotham, and Lethal Weapon will soon be able to take part in the Warner TV’s themed escape room challenge once more!

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That’s right, from 3 to 9 September 2018, the Warner TV Escape Room Challenge is back!

Can You Escape?

Here’s what you can expect from the Warner TV Escape Room Challenge 2018!

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This year’s challenge will be held at the ground floor of The Centrepoint.

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Besides the usual 3-stage Escape room challenge, try your hand at the Home of the Super Fan Puzzle challenge, where participants will have to piece together the Super Fan Puzzle image within a minute!

Think you have what it takes to be Star City’s next vigilante? Test your archery skills at the Arrow Archery Arena!

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There will also be exciting stage games held every hour where you’ll stand a chance to walk away with exclusive Warner TV merchandise.

The Singapore Cosplay Club will also be hosting a DC Cosplay contest on 7 September 2018 at 7.30pm. Don’t miss this opportunity to catch intricate costumes made by Warner TV super fans!

At the end of the day, take home a free 4R photo print from the Fallen City photo booth!

The best part is that admission to the Warner TV Escape Room challenge is FREE.

So head over to The Centrepoint from 3 to 9 September 2018, anytime between 12pm and 8pm and take on the Warner TV Escape Room challenge!

Warner TV Escape Room Challenge
Venue: The Centrepoint, Level 1
Date: 3 – 9 Sep 2018
Time: 12pm – 8pm
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