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This Halal Cafe Puts A Sweet Spin On Murtabak – Serves Flavours Such As Kit Kat And Red Velvet

My fondest memory of travelling to Indonesia will always be the street food. The murtabak manis in particular has always been my go-to dessert after a long day of activities.

If you’re not too familiar with murtabak manis, it’s the Indonesian version of a ‘pancake’ that’s usually thick and sinful due to the excessive amount of butter and toppings such as sweet condensed milk, chocolate sprinkles, grated cheese, ground peanuts.

Terang Bulan is a muslim-owned eatery that offers murtabak manis with several unique flavours – there’s bound to be something for everyone here.

Sugar Overload

Terang Bulan offers 30 over flavours for you to choose from, so you’ll be spoilt for choice. The Pizza Terbul (from $9) comes with 4 flavours of your choice.

Some of their popular flavours would be the Kit Kat, Choju (chocolate and cheese) and Juna (banana and cheese).

Freshly made upon order, you can expect hot pancakes, packed with your favourite toppings and drizzled with condensed milk. So bad for your health but so good for your soul.

In case you’re not up for sharing and you just want an entire terbul to yourself, they offer Mini Terbul (from $3.50/pc) as well.

Aside from their usual murtabak manis base, they have a red velvet edition as well. Just imagine sinking your teeth in red velvet murtabak manis topped with velvety cream cheese and oreo crumbs.

The owner, Ms Adhita, who migrated from Indonesia to Singapore at 14 years old, personally went back to her hometown, Surabaya to learn how to make murtabak manis.

So you know this murtabak manis at Terang Bulan is as close to authentic as you can get.

If you don’t have the time to head all the way to their stall, they do delivery as well. So you can get murtabak manis at the comfort of your own home.

Do give this murtabak manis a try if you’re ever in the East side. It’s definitely worth the calories.

Terang Bulan
Address: 430 Upper Changi Road, #01-04, East Village Mall, Singapore 487048
Opening Hours: Tue – Sun: 12pm – 8pm
Contact No.: 9230 9514
Price: $3.50 – $15
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Ben & Jerry’s Free Cone Day Is Back – Get Ready To Queue On April 10

With local temperatures rising to the thirties, there’s no better time for ice cream.

Ben & Jerry’s arrives in the nick of time to save us from this insufferable tropical heat.

Mark your calendars because 10 April 2018 is Ben & Jerry’s Free Cone Day!

The annual Ben & Jerry’s tradition started in 1979, to celebrate and thank their fans for the constant support. The tradition has lasted till today, spreading the love for ice cream worldwide.

Free Cone Day hours are from 12pm to 8pm. Gather your friends and head down to your nearest scoop shop!

Find your nearest scoop shop here.

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It’s Not Durian Season Yet, But You Can Get Mao Shan Wang For Just $12 This Week

My eyes will always light up at the sight of durians all lined up along Geylang or Sims Avenue.

I never quite understood why people hated the smell or taste of durians. It’s soft, creamy, sweet and savoury. Like what more do you want in a fruit?

Durian is all the rage these days and guess who’s excited for $12 Mao Shan Wangs?

The King Of Fruits

If you haven’t already noticed, the weather has been ridiculously hot recently. The short walk from the MRT to the office has got me drenched in my sweat.

Thanks to the hot weather in Malaysia leading to a bumper crop, durian prices have dropped by up to 40%. That’s almost half the cost of the durian!

This is probably the only time I’m thankful for hot weather.

Durian lovers would typically wait for durian season which is usually from June – September. That’s when we’d feast on endless supply of durians.

So having an unexpected mini durian season in the middle of March is great for us who are impatient.

Durian sellers have taken their durians to Facebook so you can compare prices.

https://www.facebook.com/AhSengDurian/photos/a.213797832004526.68002.192832840767692/1766970390020588/?type=3

I mean seriously, $15/kg for MSW? That’s crazy cheap. Just last month, it’d cost you at least $25-$28/kg.

https://www.facebook.com/717trading/photos/a.10150247669982235.358922.127701537234/10156320506447235/?type=3

So beautiful. Just beautiful.

https://www.facebook.com/Melvinsdurian/photos/a.1774936756069333.1073741828.1774429976120011/2092998614263144/?type=3

That’s it, I’m packing my bags. I’m off to get durians.

Some sellers say that prices might go even lower over the next couple of days however there are others who believe that prices could return to normal next week.

Honestly, with that kind of price tag, I’ll buy 5 MSW. Durian prices are always unpredictable so snag yourself a durian before it’s too late.

Some durian sellers are already selling out of MSW, so hurry and make reservations for your durians.

But in all honesty, as much as I love durians, is the weather going to chill anytime soon?

Ah Seng Durian
Address: Blk 20 Ghim Moh Market #01-119 to #01-122, Singapore 270020
Opening Hours: Mon – Fri: 1.30pm – 8.30pm, Sat – Sun: 1.30pm – 6.30pm
Price: MSW – $15/kg
Website

Melvin’s Durian
Address: 1 Upper Aljunied Lane (in front of Prime Supermarket), Singapore 360001
Opening Hours: 1pm – 11pm daily
Price: MSW – $13/kg
Website

Durian Mpire by 717 Trading
Address: 22 Yio Chu Kang Road, Highland Center, #01-01, Singapore 545535
Opening Hours: 10am – 10pm daily
Price: MSW – $15/kg
Website

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All Subway Singapore Outlets To Stop Selling Pork From Today Onwards

Subway Singapore has announced on their Facebook page that they will no longer be serving pork products in all outlets from today onwards.

https://www.facebook.com/SubwaySingapore/posts/10155927711210935

Say Goodbye To Pork

“No pork, doesn’t mean other meat are halal already what?”

I know, I know, but this also means we’re one step closer to easing everyone into the idea of a Halal Subway!

This topic has been a hit among Singaporeans as we debate endlessly in the comments section whether “To halal or not to halal?”

Just take a look at the comments.

Oh, this one’s my favourite.

Someone please, just save this poor person and give her the Italian BMT already! I almost feel bad for her potential breakup with the sandwich.

Since end of January, Subway has been in talks with MUIS regarding the halal certification process. Everyone found out, threw a fit and acted as if the world was about to end.

Subway didn’t care anyway and almost 60 outlets have stopped selling pork products since 31 January. If you didn’t already know, you can see the list here.

I get it. I’m so sorry for the loss of your pork. But please, please, give us Muslims a chance to enjoy Subway. I’m so tired of travelling all the way to JB just for a goddamn sandwich.

I understand that it may seem unfair to take the pork out of Subway for all the hardcore fans but let’s all calm down and wait for Subway’s explanation.

Subway may lose a couple of patrons because they no longer want to sell pork, but I’m pretty sure the rest of the non-pork eating community are more than happy to still patronise Subway.

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Get Ready For A Month-Long Feast-ival By Deliveroo

Growing up Asian, rice is a vital component in our meals. It’s a staple in our diet.

However, with the expansion of cuisine types in Singapore, more forms of carbohydrates have become available to us.

If you enjoy the carb diversity like we do, we’ve got great news for you.

From 12^th March to 22^nd April 2018, Deliveroo is bringing us the Festival of Feasts – a 6-week celebration of food across different cuisines, with each week focusing on a specific type of food.

Every week, there will be selected vendors offering exclusive deals such as 1-for-1 promotions, bundle deals, and $12 menu items, to Deliveroo customers.

This week, from 19^th March to 25^th March 2018, we’re looking at Grains. Welcome to “No Grain, No Gain” week.

No Grain, No Gain

“No Grain, No Gain” puts the spotlight on all things bread, pizza, pasta and grain bowl-related and we couldn’t be more excited.

With 7 days of grain goodness, you never have to eat the same thing twice.

Our biggest obsession is the Kouign Amann from Tiong Bahru Bakery. The good news is, they’re having a promotion on their signature pastry this week on Deliveroo – Buy 4 for $12 (U.P: $15.20)

How about ordering a Pizza Margherita from Kucina Italian for just $12? Try Spizza’s 1-for-1 promotion on their wholemeal pizza dough on selected pizza flavours!

If you’re not up for pizza, go for the 1-for-1 Feeesh ‘N Cheeese promotion at Manhattan Fish Market!

Or if you’re craving a taste of Mexico, Baja Fresh Mexican Grill will also be having a 1-for-1 promotion on their Brown Rice Baja Bowls. You get to choose from 1 of 4 proteins – Chicken, Beef Steak, Shrimp or Pork Carnitas.

There are many other participating vendors that you can find on Deliveroo’s website and each week, the bestselling restaurant will win the “Roo of Approval”.

Order from your favourite restaurants using Deliveroo to help them win!

Don’t worry, this is only the 2^nd week of Deliveroo’s Festival of Feasts.

With 4 more weeks to go, Deliveroo will take you through the best of Asian cuisine in Rice And Noodle Paradise, the freshest seafood in O-Fish-Ally Seafood, the best that nature can offer in Lettuce Feast, and end off the festival with glorious desserts in Sugar Rush.

Each week, there will be exclusive deals by specially curated vendors, focusing on the specific type of food highlighted that week.

That’s not all, use the promo code “FOFDISCOVERSG” to get $4 off your first 3 orders on Deliveroo during the Festival of Feasts.

The promo code is applicable to new Deliveroo users only and can be redeemed once per user. Once redeemed, the voucher will be valid for 14 days and can be used at all restaurants partnered with Deliveroo.

With so many promotions and so much food, eating has never been more enjoyable.

Are you ready for Deliveroo’s Festival Of Feasts?

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Popeyes Brings The Classic Chicken & Waffle To S’pore For A Limited Time Only

Popeyes just introduced their latest Chicken and Waffle and it will be available for a limited time only!

Sweet & Savoury

What a time to be alive. Joining the likes of Fish and Fries and Zinger Mozzarella Burger, Popeyes has introduced a new menu addition – Chicken and Waffle.

Just imagine biting into a deep-fried chicken thigh drenched in nacho cheese and spicy maple sauce, sandwiched in between two crispy waffles.

The Chicken and Waffle ($6.90 for a la carte, $8.90 for a set meal) will be available at all Popeyes islandwide.

This offer will be available from today, 20 March till 28 April only!

So hurry down and get first dibs on this latest craze because it’s most definitely going to be sold out in the next few days.

Popeyes Singapore
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Leave Your Dignity At The Door For A Unique Dining Experience At This Tsundere Cafe

Ah Japan, you never fail to impress us with your weird themed cafes. This one is no exception. For most eateries, you’d expect to be treated with exceptional service.

Not this one.

Pay a fee to be hurled with insults and rudely attended to by Japanese maids and butlers at Tsundere Cafe.

A Dish Best Served Cold

After a successful first run back in February, Tsundere Cafe will be back on June 9 at Luminos in Woodlands.

While it’s rather bizarre and uncommon in Singapore, customers have commented that they previously enjoyed the first pop-up.

The word ‘Tsundere’ is a Japanese term for a character development process that describes a person who is initially hostile before gradually showing a warmer side over time.

Customers can expect to be ignored and disrespectfully treated by the staff. They may look kawaii and demure but don’t be surprised if they slam trays on your table and throw menus at you.

If you need the staff to sayang you, pay an additional $2 for a “gacha” or special service such as feeding, massage, dekopin (forehead flick), games and polaroid photos.

Request for a particular service will cost you $5. Upon reaching your 10 gacha roll, expect a “deredere” treatment. Whatever that means.

Anyway, if you can’t deal with slow service and rudeness, don’t attempt to rebuke or scold the staff members. I mean, you literally pay to get abused, what are you expecting?

So if you really need someone to feed your masochistic side or you just want to check out what this whole cafe is about, then go ahead. Reserve a table before they run out of seats.

Tsundere Cafe
Address: 71 Woodlands Industrial Park E9, Wave 9, #09-04, Luminos, Singapore 757048
When: 9 June 2018
Website

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Beat The Heat: Swensen’s Is Offering 1-For-1 Promos On Their Sundaes This Week

Swensen’s has always been a special place for me. As a child, it was one of the first few places with good Western food.

The best part was their sundaes. Swensen’s always had the prettiest-looking sundaes but I was always limited to the single scoop chocolate ice cream because “too much sugar is not good for children” (Thanks Mum).

If you love Swensen’s sundaes as much as I do or you’re just looking for a brief respite from this crazy tropical heat, then I’ve got great news for you.

App-Exclusive 1-FOR-1 Sundaes And Crunchie Cone

From 19 to 23 March 2018, Swensen’s will be having a 1-for-1 Sundae promotion at all Swensen’s outlets islandwide.

Download the Swensen’s mobile app and flash the promo at any outlet to enjoy your 1-for-1 promotion. Note that the promotion is limited to 1 redemption per mobile.

That’s not all. From 26 to 30 March 2018, Swensen’s will be having a 1-for-1 Crunchie Cones promotion.

With the weather in Singapore soaring to 35 degrees Celsius, there’s no better time for ice cream.

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Think Out Of The Toastbox – Must-Try Kaya Toasts In Singapore You Will Love Regardless Of SES

Kaya toast is what I’d describe as the “strawberry jam with scones” of England. It’s a classic Singaporean breakfast that is best enjoyed with kopi gao and two soft-boiled eggs.

Skip your usual Ya Kun Kaya and Toast Box and go for the more traditional coffee shops that will not disappoint.

The Classic Singaporean Breakfast

1. Chin Mee Chin Confectionary

This place has been a long-running favourite among the locals. Located along East Coast Road, this nostalgic coffee shop is a nice change to modern joints.

Known for it’s decor typical of 1950s Singapore, with retro marble top tables, floor tiles, and ceiling fans. It’s also known for their traditional kaya toasts.

Instead of the kaya toast bread you’d typically see, their Kaya Toast is served in a hamburger-type bun and slathered with their homemade kaya and a slice of butter.

These buns are made in house and toasted till they are slightly burnt for that nice “char” taste. This place can get pretty busy so try and avoid peak hours if you’re looking at dining in.

Chin Mee Chin Confectionary
Address: 204 East Coast Road, Singapore 428903
Opening Hours: Tues – Sun: 8.30 am – 4pm, Closed on Mondays
Contact No.: 6345 0419

2. Dong Po Colonial Cafe

Located along Kandahar Street, it’s common to see this coffee shop packed with office workers during lunch hour.

Using only authentic recipes from the 50s and 60s, this colonial cafe lets you savour the taste of the past.

The kaya toast is generously slathered with their homemade kaya which is available for sale as well!

Here’s a tip, skip the teh and get their kopi. Be it Kopi-O, siew dai, gao or whatever, trust me. The auntie here knows how to make a legit cup of kopi.

Dong Po Colonial Cafe
Address: 56 Kandahar Street, Singapore 198904
Opening Hours: Mon – Thurs: 8am – 6pm, Fri – Sat: 8am – 10pm, Sun: 8am – 8pm
Contact No.: 8748 0828
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Enjoy your kaya toast with a cup of kopi gu you (coffee with butter) which will definitely elevate your breakfast experience.

Heap Seng Leong
Address: Block 10 North Bridge Road #1-5109, Singapore 190010
Opening Hours: 4am-8pm daily

4. Tong Ah Eating House

Tong Ah is one of the most iconic coffee shop in Singapore. Since 1939, they’ve been serving cups of kopi and kaya toast at the junction of Teck Lim and Keong Saik Road.

They’ve since relocated a few units farther down Keong Saik Road.

If you prefer crispy thin bread, then you’ll love the kaya toast served at Tong Ah.

Tong Ah Eating House
Address: 35 Keong Siak Road, Singapore 089142
Opening Hours: 7am – 10pm daily
Contact No.: 6223 5083
Website 

5. Good Morning Nanyang Cafe

The kaya toast at this cafe looks like a masterpiece.

The Orange Peel Ciabatta Kaya Toast includes bits of caramelised orange peel baked into the thick bread which leaves a zesty taste lingering in your mouth.

It’s definitely not your traditional kaya toast but it’s perfect if you’re looking for something different to start your morning.

Good Morning Nanyang Cafe
Address: 32 Maxwell Rd, #01-05, Singapore 069115
Opening Hours: Mon – Fri: 7.30am – 5.30pm, Sat: 8:30am – 2:30pm, Closed on Sundays
Website 

6. Coffee Break

Run by the third generation of kopi hawkers, they serve both traditional and modern fare to cater to the different generations.

Just look at that butter!

As much as I love the traditional kaya butter combination, Coffee Break serves up a couple of unique combination such as the Rum and Raisin which features a light and refreshing cream.

The Black Sesame combination is one of their best-sellers as well. The black sesame and butter combination goes surprisingly well together.

Coffee Break
Address: Amoy Street Food Centre, 7 Maxwell Road #02-78, Singapore 069111
Opening Hours: Mon – Fri: 7.30am – 2.30pm, Closed on Sat and Sun
Contact No.: 8100 6218
Website 

7. Toast Hut

Run by a young local hawkerpreneur, Toast Hut is the place for your traditional kaya toast set and kopi at any time of the day.

Melvin Soh, owner of Toast Hut opened his stall at Old Airport Road in 2007 selling kaya toast with home-brewed traditional coffee.

They have several different bread for you to choose from. You can opt for the traditional crispy bread or french toast.

The best part is, their kaya isn’t overly sweet. So it’s not too jelak.

Toast Hut
Address: 51 Old Airport Rd #01-52, Old Airport Rd Food Centre, Singapore 390051
Opening Hours: Mon – Sat: 6.30am – 2.00pm, Sun: 6.30am – 12.00pm, Closed on Thursdays
Contact No.: 8125 7729
Website 

8. YY Kafei Dian

This coffee shop is a hidden gem that offers authentic Hainanese fare such as chicken rice and Claypot E-fu Noodles.

However, they’re well known for their soft pillowy kaya buns that are perfectly baked in house.

Expect a generous amount of kaya on your buns, topped off with a slab of savoury butter.

YY Kafei Dian
Address: 37 Beach Road #01-01, Singapore 189678
Opening Hours: Mon – Fri: 7.30am – 9.30pm, Sat – Sun: 8am – 9.30pm
Contact No.: 6336 8813
Website 

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This Stall’s Affordable Halal Salmon Bowls Are The CBD Lunch Crowd’s Latest Craze

Finding halal Japanese food in a hawker centre is like finding a Snorlax in Pokemon Go. It’s rare.

Even if you do come across a halal Japanese stall, it’s either confused with Korean cuisine or just simply bland and dry.

What’s a girl got to do to get cheap and good Japanese food around here?

Fret not, Big Bowls Project is here to change our opinions of halal Japanese Bowls that doesn’t compromise on it’s flavours.

Big Bowls, Big Flavours

Big Bowls Project recently opened their store at Amoy Street Food Centre which is perfect for office workers around the CBD area. Best part, they’re 100% Muslim owned.

We all know how expensive poke bowls can amount to however, Big Bowls Project sells affordable food for the masses.

At the moment, Big Bowls Project has 4 Salmon Bowls available on their menu. These includes their Mentaiko Salmon ($8.90), Big Bowl’s Homemade Recipe ($7.90), Truffle Oil Salmon ($8.90) and Szechuan Black Bean Salmon ($7.90).

Their Mentaiko Salmon definitely got us drooling. At just $8.90, it’s such a great steal!

Their Homemade Recipe Bowl is perfect if you’re looking for a healthier option for lunch. The salmon is perfectly cooked and lightly seasoned with sesame seeds.

Why eat truffle fries when you can have truffle salmon? Am I right?

Finally, we have Big Bowl’s personal favourite – Szechuan Black Bean Salmon, Cherry Tomatoes, Japanese Cucumber on top of Jasmine Brown Rice. Just look at this beauty.

Despite being relatively new in the scene, they’re pretty much selling out on a daily basis. So you have to come real early if you’d like to try a bowl for yourself.

Best part, they’ve announced that they’ll be adding customisable poke bowls to their menu during the second-half of the year. Guess who’s excited!

Who knows they might just even expand and open more stalls. Keep your fingers crossed!

To the lovely owners over at Big Bowls Project, we hope you open 20 more stalls all over Singapore so we can all enjoy your halal salmon bowls!

Big Bowls Project
Address: Amoy Street Food Centre, #02-90, Singapore 069111
Opening Hours: Mon – Fri: 11.30am – 2.30pm
Price: $7.90 – $8.90
Website

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