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Meatballs, Wine and Comfort Food – This Restaurant At Telok Ayer Will Put You In A Mellow Mood

When it comes to meatballs in Singapore, IKEA is usually the first place that comes to mind — thanks to an affordable price point and a hint of nostalgia (who hasn’t bought a chair and ate at their restaurant out of convenience at least once in their lives?), the Swedish furniture company has become synonymous with the dish.

Popularity doesn’t necessarily equate to quality, however, and while IKEA’s rendition is decent enough, it certainly isn’t the best. It’s very much a “you get what you pay for” situation, and if you want some proper meatballs you’re going to have to look elsewhere.

And that’s where Club Meatballs comes in.

A Well-Rounded Dining Experience

Located in the heart of Telok Ayer, Club Meatballs strives to be a one stop shop for the CBD crowd, operating as not just a restaurant, but a café, bar, wine-cellar and co-working space as well.

For the past three years, the menu has consisted of tapas and Spanish-inspired meatball dishes, and it’s recently been revamped in an attempt to keep things fresh. With New York-based “millennial chef” La Mei Mei now at the helm, the cuisine has transformed into something described as “international comfort food with a meatball twist”.

“Comfort food” is a pretty apt description, because everything on the menu looks like something you’d want to eat on a bad day to cheer yourself up. The Mac N Cheese Balls ($12) are a good place to start, with its crispy exterior providing a satisfying crunch to reveal the cheesy macaroni within.

If you’re looking for something a little lighter, the Quinoa Salad ($15) is a solid choice as well, with its refreshing chunks of pomegranate and roasted pumpkin whetting your appetite before you move on to the main course.

And this is where your options really open up. Meatball lovers should head straight for The Baller Platter ($25-$35), which puts your choice of meatball — beef, pork, chicken, lamb, fish…they’ve got it all — and sauce on a bed of mashed potato. No matter which you choose, you can rest assured that they live up to the Club Meatball moniker, offering a big, juicy taste in a small package.

Need some carbs in your meal? You could also go for the CMB Spaghetti and Meatballs ($15), a classic dish which somehow manages to provide the comfort of a home-cooked meal.

If meatballs aren’t really your thing, the menu also includes less-heavy-but-equally-hearty alternatives like Shepherd’s Pie ($18) and Club Meatball Pizza ($22), and even a Tofu Steak ($20) for the vegetarians out there.

A personal favourite of ours is the Beer Braised Beef Short Rib ($28) which has been slow cooked to nothing short of perfection. The dark beer-infused meat is so tender that it pulls apart at the slightest touch, and the pairing with some creamy mashed potato make for an effortless bite that’s full of flavour. If you’re going to eat one dish here, this is the one.

On the drinks side of things, the bar provides the standard fare of beer, cocktails and spirits (prices can be found here), but remember that wine-cellar we mentioned earlier? The title might conjure images of things you couldn’t possibly afford, but bottles start from a surprisingly affordable $29, and go up to $259 for those who want something a little fancier.

Despite its meatball-centric name, Club Meatballs’ new menu proves that it can do a whole lot more than just that, offering a wide selection of comfort food while doubling up as a cozy place to hang out and get your Instagram on as well.

If you find yourself in the Telok Ayer area looking for something new to eat, this is definitely one place to check out.

Club Meatballs
Address: 22 Cross Street, #01-35 China Court Central, Singapore 048422
Opening Hours: 8am – 12pm (Mondays to Fridays), 10am – 10pm (weekends)

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This Flea Market Is Painting S’pore CMYK From 20-23 Sep, With Over 500 International Stalls

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More Stalls Than Ever

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#LoveWins This October With 6 LGBT-Centric Films At Golden Village’s Love & Pride Film Festival

There’s been a lot of discussion about LGBT rights in Singapore lately, and considering how complex the topic is it looks like that conversation will continue for the foreseeable future.

As is the case with most hot-button issues, sides are going to be taken, and it’s pretty clear where Golden Village stands. For the past nine years, the cinema chain has proudly played host to the Love & Pride Film Festival, a screening of LGBT-focused films curated by the Singapore Film Society.

As one of Golden Village’s most popular events (you don’t do something for nine straight years if it’s not in demand), it’s no surprise that the festival will return for its 10th edition this October, showcasing six independent films from all around the world over nine days.

Love Is Love

This year’s selection revolves around the theme of Acceptance, and seeks to resonate with not just the LGBT community, but straight audiences as well.

The festival will open with Of Love And Law, an award-winning documentary that follows two lovers who run Japan’s only LGBT law firm and the discrimination they and their clients face. After the screening, there’ll also be a 30-minute Skype Q&A with director Hikaru Toda, which for film enthusiasts will be worth the price of admission alone.

Another must-watch is The Miseducation of Cameron Post, which won the Grand Jury Prize at this year’s Sundance film festival. Starring Chloë Grace Moretz and based on the 2012 novel of the same name, this coming-of-age film shines a light on the controversial practice of conversion therapy and its “de-gaying” methods.

Other films include include Sorry Angel (France), The Heiresses (Paraguay), I Miss You When I See You (Hong Kong) and Alifu, The Prince/ss (Taiwan).

For your easy reference, here’s the complete festival schedule (all films are rated R21, btw):

Thursday, 4th October — Of Love And Law (Great World City, 7:30pm)

Friday, 5th October — Sorry Angel (Great World City, 7pm)

Saturday, 6th October — The Heiresses (Great Word City, 2pm), The Miseducation of Cameron Post (Great World City, 4pm)

Sunday, 7th October — I Miss You When I See You (Great World City, 2pm), Alifu, The Prince/ss (Great World City, 4:15pm)

Monday, 8th October — Of Love And Law (VivoCity, 7:30pm)

Tuesday, 9th October — Sorry Angel (VivoCity, 7pm)

Wednesday, 10th October — The Heiresses (VivoCity, 7pm)

Thursday, 11th October — I Miss You When I See You (VivoCity, 7:30pm)

Friday, 12th October — The Miseducation of Cameron Post (Great World City, 7:30pm)

Tickets for opening night are going at $23 and $25 for GV movie club members and the public respectively, while the other screenings are priced at $10 and $13.

You can get your tickets from 20th September onwards at Golden Village Cinemas, their website or the iGV app, so mark your calendars to avoid disappointment.

Love & Pride Film Festival 2018
Venue: Golden Village Great World City and VivoCity
Date: 4th – 12th October
Admission: $23/$25 (Opening Night), $10/$13 (Other Films)

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Not Just For Toy Collectors – Make Your Own Cape And Play Overcooked! At STGCC 2018

It’s a good time to be a geek — after months of hype, the 2018 edition of the Singapore Toy, Game & Comic Convention (STGCC) is finally taking place this weekend at Marina Bay Sands.

The annual event has strived to be bigger and better every year, and after 11 iterations we might have a “too much of a good thing” situation on our hands.

We’ve reached a point where even the geekiest of geeks might have trouble keeping track of the activities at this pop culture extravaganza, so after some research we’ve pinpointed four things that you definitely have to do while you’re there:

Make Your Own Superhero Cape

Cosplay has always been a big part of SGTCC, and if you’ve ever wanted to try your hand at it you’ll be glad to know that the Singer Experience Zone is giving you the chance to do so.

With the guidance of acclaimed cosplayer Olivia Mears AKA AvantGeek, you’ll use a sewing machine to construct your very own superhero cape. Don’t worry if you don’t have any sewing experience — we certainly didn’t, and came out with both hands still intact.

The sewing will also take place in a telephone booth, so if you’ve ever wanted to bust out of one Superman-style, here’s your chance. Only 500 capes will be given out each day, so be sure to make this one of the first things on your to-do list.

Put Your LEGO Building Skills To The Test

Think you’re good at building LEGO’s? You might want to put your money where your mouth is at the LEGO Speed Building Challenge, where you’ll have to assemble the recently released LEGO Voltron set within a time limit.

You won’t be competing for shits and giggles either — the fastest builder will walk away with a LEGO Voltron of their own (worth $300, btw), autographed by the set’s designer Leandro Tayag.

And if you aren’t in the competitive mood, don’t worry — Tayag will actually be making a special appearance at STGCC, and we’re sure he’ll be more than happy to sign your merch if you ask nicely.

If you weren’t willing to head all the way down to Compass Point to get the $650 LEGO Hogwarts Castle, you’ll also be glad to know that the 6,000+ piece set will be for available in limited quantities at STGCC, alongside other LEGO Harry Potter products as well.

Play Overcooked! (And More)

Overcooked! is one of the hottest (pun unintended) titles in gaming right now, so it’s no surprise that the Good Game Experience (GGXP) Freeplay Zone will be hosting a high score challenge for the co-op cooking game.

The mini competition will take place in the game’s 2 v 2 versus mode, and the pair with the highest score at the end of STGCC will receive a prize that hasn’t be revealed yet. The GGXP website lists “Ravenous Rapids” (the level in the video above) as the level they’ll use, so feel free to do some pre-competition training.

Not interested in panic-screaming at your friends? Everything from arcade classic House Of The Dead 2 to the recently released Pro Evolution Soccer 2019 will available to play as well, and you can even try your hand at the SNK NEOGEO Mini that hasn’t even been released yet.

#Supportlocal Game Developers

International games are good and all, but why not show some love to our local developers as well? Nine indie companies will be showcasing their stuff at GGXPedition, a space dedicated to games made in the little red dot.

One title you should totally check out is Weightless, one of the four games made by students of SUTD’s Game Innovation Programme. This mobile puzzle game is as stylish as it is fun, and incredibly impressive considering that it was made in the matter of a few months.

The other titles aren’t anything to scoff at either — the genres span from visual novels to dungeon crawlers to virtual reality RPG’s, and there’s even a tabletop game that teaches you about cryptocurrency.

Here’s the best part — if you take the time to try every game, you’ll stand the chance to win a Nintendo Switch (more details here). Support the local development scene, play some unreleased games and win some free swag? Yeah, we’ll be there, and so should you.

We’ve listed four must-do things to do at STGCC, but rest assured that there’ll be a whole lot more to keep you occupied throughout the weekend. Tickets are still available, so what are you waiting for?

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Singapore Toy, Game & Comic Convention
Venue: Marina Bay Sands Expo (Halls D,E,F)
Date: 8th and 9th September
Price: $20.50 (1 Day Pass), $32 (2 Day Pass)

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Quit Swiping On Tinder – This Singles-Only Comedy Event Could Be A Better Shot At Finding Love

It isn’t easy finding love in Singapore — our inherent desire for professional success puts romance pretty low on our list of things to do, and Singaporeans aren’t exactly the most sociable of people either.

You’d think that the advent of dating apps would help out in that respect, but their mileage varies from person to person, and can sometimes complicate things even further.

If you’re tired of looking for love in the usual places and want to try something a little out of the box, then this upcoming event by comedy club The Merry Lion just might be the wingman you need.

Laugh Out…Love?

Aptly titled F***ck Tinder, the event’s Facebook page bills it as “a comedy night designed exclusively for single people”.

What they mean by “designed exclusively” is that they’ll put 30 single men and 30 single women in The Merry Lion’s rather intimate space, and use the power of stand-up comedy to create a relaxed environment that’s ripe for romance.

There’s a joke about small spaces to be made here, but I’ll leave the humour to the professionals.

To prevent any “awkward 1 on 1 moments”, the audience will also be seated in mixed groups, and the men will change tables after a set amount of time to ensure that everyone gets a chance to meet.

The event will be hosted by The Merry Lion’s resident comedian Scott Mitchell, and will feature a set by Jocelyn Chia as well. The two are no strangers the stand-up comedy scene, so at the very least you can expect a night of non-stop laughs.

The event takes place next Wednesday, and tickets are going for $50 — a little costly for a two hour show, but can you really put a price on (potentially) finding the love of your life?

F**ck Tinder – A Comedy Dating Show Exclusively For Singles
Venue: The Merry Lion
Date: 12 September 2018
Time: 8pm – 10pm
Price: $50 (includes one drink)

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This 7-Eleven At Boat Quay Doubles Up As A Bar – Serves Beer On Tap For $4.70

There’s no shortage of drinking spots in Singapore, but none are as iconic as the clarke/boat quay area.

Though it might lean towards the more expensive side of things (there are definitely cheaper places to get your drink on), tourists and locals alike still flock there every week. And if Zouk sets up shop in your backyard you must be doing something right.

The central location and high traffic make it the perfect place to set up a bar, so much so that even 7-Eleven have set up one of their own.

Well…kind of, at least.

It’s A Store And More

While 7-Eleven has always sold cans and bottles of alcohol, their outlet at 82 Boat Quay is home to a beer tap that serves up fresh pours for $4.70.

This clearly isn’t a dabao situation either — an open-air seating area has ben set up opposite the convenience store, and a hand-drawn sign below the tap lists the various “munchies” that you can order alongside your drink.

There isn’t anyone tending the tap, so just head on inside, tell the cashier you want a beer (never thought I’d be ordering one at 7-Eleven), and he/she will head out to serve you.

Just because you could doesn’t mean you should, though, and as I watched the cashier-bartender hybrid pour my beer, one word kept running through my head:

Why?

Good Idea, Bad Execution

Turning a 7-Eleven into a makeshift bar might sound like a novel idea on paper, but it’s actually a lot less exciting in reality.

Firstly, the only brand on tap is Tiger Beer — not exactly the most exciting of choices — and the amount you get is pretty much equivalent to a standard 330ml can.

All 7-Eleven’s sell said can at $4.10, which means that you’re actually paying 60 cents more for the privilege to drink out of a plastic cup. And it doesn’t help that the surrounding restaurants and bars are serving drinks in actual mugs at pretty competitive prices (at happy hour, at least).

If you can look past the #aesthetics of the fancy sign, you’ll also realise that the food on offer are the same things they’ve had in their ready-to-eat section for years.

Don’t get me wrong — I love me some Butter Chicken Briyani, but if the price and presentation remains unchanged, what’s stopping me from getting it from my neighbourhood outlet instead?

I can’t help but feel like more could be done to make the place feel a little more unique — I left with a bad taste in my mouth, and it wasn’t the beer.

I’m not sure who 7-Eleven was targeting with this half convenience store / half bar concept — CBD businessmen looking for a quick midday drink? Bored tertiary students who have nothing to do after their classes? Tourists who’d be reeled in by the novelty of it all?

I’ll probably never know, but what I do know is that it wasn’t me.

7-11 Boat Quay
Address: 82 Boat Quay, #01-02, Singapore 049870
Opening Hours: 24 Hours (alcohol available from 6am to 11:59pm)

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Missing Bangkok? Head To Soi 19 To Get Your Thai Wanton Mee Fix For Just $4 A Bowl

When it comes to Thai food, I order the same three things every time — green curry, basil chicken and an omelette.

Any self-respecting chef serving Thai grub will have no problem cooking these classic dishes, and they’re so tasty and reliable that i’ve never really seen the need to try anything else.

In a way, this “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” mindset has stunted my knowledge of Thai cuisine, so when I was told that I’d be eating Thai Wanton Mee I honestly thought that it was some kind of Southeast Asian fusion dish.

Turns out Thai wanton mee is actually pretty similar to Singapore’s, but prepared in a different style. Same same but different, basically.

For the uninitiated (I can’t be the only one…right?), the main difference between “regular” wanton mee and the Thai version is the absence of any sauce, resulting in a drier dish that places a heavier reliance on the noodles for flavour. The ingredients remain mostly the same though, with the inclusion of char siew, vegetables, and of course, wantons.

Bang(kok) For Your Buck

When it comes to eating Thai wanton mee in Singapore, there’s only one name that you need to know: Soi 19.

Named after the street that houses the famous SabX2 Wanton Mee in Bangkok, founder Ng Sing Chow set up his first outlet in Ang Mo Kio back in 2012, and has since opened two more outlets in Jurong and Kovan that see long queues every day.

This isn’t a case of culinary appropriation either. Ng — who previously worked in the clothing industry and had zero f&b experience — actually learned his recipe from his god brother in Thailand, and painstakingly tried 20 noodle varieties before finding one with the right texture.

His efforts have certainly paid off, because the noodles are without a doubt the star of the show here. Despite having no sauce, they’re infused with a rich, eggy flavour, and have a bouncy, al dente texture that makes it effortless to chew on. I seriously think I could’ve eaten a bowl of them without the ingredients.

That’s not to say that the ingredients aren’t good, though. The char siew used here is less sweet than what you’d usually expect — a deliberate choice, according to Ng’s daughter Claire — and it balances out the noodles’ strong taste. The larger bowls also include a few slices of fish sausage, which strangely enough taste like bak kwa (I’m still trying to figure that one out myself).

And then there’s the crispy pork lard, which is made in-house on a daily basis. The Ang Mo Kio outlet is famous for offering a free flow of these crispy bites, but this unfortunately isn’t available at the other two stores in the interest of cost. It’s a shame, considering that a small amount already adds yet another dimension of savoury goodness to an already-varied taste.

And what would a wanton mee be without…well, good wantons? The dish includes both the crispy and soft variety, and they’re quite literally bursting with flavour thanks to a generous amount of minced meat within each of them. Throw in some juicy greens for good measure, and you have an extremely hearty and satisfying meal for as low as $4.

You’d think that a wanton mee with no sauce would be less flavourful than its gravy-laden counterpart, but Soi 19 has converted my wanton allegiance to team Thai.

Earlier in our interview, Claire tells me that the goal was not to produce an exact replica of Thai wanton mee, but instead use it as an inspiration to create a version that appealed to the local palate (“60% Thai, 40% Singaporean”, she says).

Having tried a bowl for myself, I can safely say that they’ve succeeded.

Soi 19 Kovan
Address: 9 Yio Chu Kang Road, #01-56, Singapore 545523
Opening Days: Tuesday to Sunday
Opening Hours: 9:30am – 10pm

Soi 19 Ang Mo Kio
Address: 151 Ang Mo Kio Ave 5, Singapore 560151
Opening Days: Wednesday to Sunday
Opening Hours: 7am – 3:30pm

Soi 19 Jurong
Address: 130 Jurong Gateway Road, #01-211, Singapore 600130
Opening Days: Tuesday to Sunday
Opening Hours: 7am – 4pm (7pm on Fridays)

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PSA: McDonald’s Spicy Nuggets Are FINALLY Back In Singapore

As much as we love McDonald’s, their promotional items can be rather hit-or-miss.

McGriddles? Yes please. Prosperity Burger? Okay, we guess. Wasabi Shaker Fries? Eh…no thanks.

One item that’s almost universally loved, however, are Spicy Chicken McNuggets. The infusion of chilli somehow manages to make the beloved item even tastier than they already are, and we swear that our waistlines grow by 2 inches every time they’re available.

It’s been well over a year since they we last got to eat them, and if you’re in need of some good news to brighten up your Wednesday you’ll be glad to know that they’re back right now.

Spicing Up Your Midweek

Yup, you heard us right — word on the street was that they would be released tomorrow, but one colleague said that she saw them being served at Marina Square as early as yesterday.

A quick check on the McDelivery website also shows that they are indeed back on the menu, with delivery prices going at $5.15 and $6.75 for a box of 6 and 9 respectively (criss cut fries are back too apparently, but they were unavailable at the time of publishing).

They’re also appeared on the GrabFood app, so you can, um…grab them there too.

That’s not the only promotion going on at the golden arches, though. McDonald’s is also celebrating the Big Mac’s 50th anniversary, and have reduced the price of its meal to a rather attractive $5.50.

Commemorative merch such as t-shirts, caps and tote bags will be available as well, though McDonald’s hasn’t revealed how to get your hands on them.

We’re sure that everything will be revealed in the coming days, but until then we’re just going to order some Spicy McNuggets for lunch.

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Catch This Uniquely S’porean Play By Tan Kheng Hua And Get A FREE UNIQLO Shopping Spree In Return

UNIQLO is known for a lot of things: stylish-yet-affordable clothing, their three-storey Global Flagship Store at Orchard Central, and a tendency to scream in our faces every five minutes, to name a few.

But theatre? Well, that’s a new one.

We’re not joking, though. To promote their upcoming Fall / Winter 2018 collection, the Japanese brand is staging a guided play titled Modest Travels, which tell four stories of Singaporeans and their experiences overseas.

This isn’t some rookie production, either — the play is produced by none other than Tan Kheng Hua, fresh off her role as Constance Wu’s mother in the Crazy Rich Asians movie.

The cast is also comprised of local theatre actors such as Zee Wong and Timothy Wang, and includes singer-songwriter Inch Chua as well.

The 1.5 hour play will be presented on the 21st (Friday) and 22nd (Saturday) of September at 18/20 Temenggong Road, and tickets are going for $30.

(Technically) Free

Okay, we’re aware that not everyone is willing to spend $30 to watch a play, but here’s where things get interesting.

After watching the show, you’ll be able to fully convert your ticket into UNIQLO store credit, which means that the performance is technically free if you were already planning to get some new threads.

This strategy seems to be working, with two of the three shows on Saturday already sold out.

A performance by Singapore’s theatre elite, something to do over the weekend AND a thinly-veiled excuse to buy more clothes? We’d say get your tickets sooner than later, because there’s really no reason not to go.

Venue: 18/20 Temenggong Road, Singapore 098772
Date: September 21 and 22nd
Time: 2:30pm – 3:30pm, 4:00pm – 5:30pm, 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Admission: $30

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From Vodka Apple To Acai Berry – 6 Millennial-Approved Mooncakes That Aren’t Lotus Paste

There are a few things that you can count on seeing every Mid-Autumn Festival — Chinatown being popular for a few weeks before fading back into obscurity, gaudy-yet-endearing lanterns being sold in the heartlands (bootleg Spider-Man is a personal favourite), and companies getting into an unofficial competition to create the most unique mooncakes possible.

We know firsthand that not all of these creations hit the mark (*coughOreoMooncakescough*), but here are five that certainly do:

Milo Dinosaur Snowskin Mooncakes By Fullerton Hotel

Milo has become so ubiquitous that you can find it in everything from energy bars to ice cream these days, and thanks Fullerton Hotel the chocolate-malt drink has now been immortalised in mooncake form as well.

Wrapped in a soft snowskin exterior (because if you’re going to appeal to the millennials, you might as well go all the way), the filling is comprised of milk lotus seed paste, along with a generous serving of milo “pops” for a little bit of crunch.

We’re not sure where where the “dinosaur” part is, though. Not sprinkling milo powder on these is certainly a missed opportunity, but when it comes to mixing one of our favourite drinks into a traditional snack, we’ll take what we can get.

The Fullerton Hotel Milo Dinosaur Snowskin Mooncakes
$61 For a Premium Box of 4, $73 For a Classic Box of 4
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Acai Berry and Chia Seeds Snow Skin Mooncake by Raffles Hotel Singapore

Acai Bowls have become the new health hotness over the past year, and with the Mid-Autumn Festival rolling around it was only a matter of time before someone made a mooncake version of this superfood.

That “someone” appears to be none other than Raffles Hotel Singapore, who have a track record of releasing unique flavours like Peanut Butter Milk Chocolate Feuilletine (2016) and Strawberry Yoghurt and Crunchy White Chocolate (2017). Their latest Acai Berry and Chia Seeds Snow Skin Mooncake might be their healthiest yet, said to be full of anti-oxidants, calcium and vitamin A.

The health factor is turned all the way up to eleven with the inclusion of organic chia seeds and Greek yoghurt, which add even more nutrients that your body probably needs. If you want to indulge in the festivities and feel a little less guilty about it, then these are the ones to get.

Raffles Hotel Singapore Acai Berry and Chia Seeds Snow Skin Mooncake
$72 For a Box of 8
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Mao Shan Wang Snowskin Mooncakes by Golden Moments

There are two types of people in this world: people who love durian, and people who don’t.

For the former, these Signature Snowskin Mao Shan Wang Mooncakes by Golden Moments are probably as close as they’ll get to the perfect mooncake. According to their website, the filling consists of nothing but the “purest of luscious Mao Shan Wang durian”, making it more akin to an extremely atas cream puff a than a mooncake (not that we’re complaining, though).

Aesthetics wise, these babies are instagrammable AF too — the use of bamboo charcoal snowskin (which is supposedly healthier) gives it a stylish black exterior, and it’s also sprinkled with edible friggin’ gold for that extra touch of class.

Golden Moments Signature Snowskin Mao Shan Wang Mooncakes
$98.80 For a Box of 4
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Prestige Collection by Bakerzin

“You know what’s missing in a mooncake? alcohol”. If that very specific thought has ever crossed your booze-loving mind, then Bakerzin’s Prestige Collection has got you covered.

Whether you’re a fan of the strong stuff or just want a hint of liqueur in your mid-autumn bites, this long-running set has it all — the collection’s four flavours range from Apple Vodka to Butterscotch Baileys, all of which are wrapped in a pastel snowskin exterior.

Each mooncake is also infused with white chocolate truffle ganache, so you don’t have to worry about wincing every time you take a bite (even the biggest of alcoholics have to admit that that don’t drink alcohol for the bitter taste). Throw some lotus seed paste into the mix, and you’ve hit pretty much every point on the flavour spectrum.

Bakerzin Prestige Collection
$47.66 For a Box of 8
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Snowskin Collection by Caffe Pralet

Caffe Pralet are probably best known for their Rice Bowls and Chilli Crab Cheese Fries, but that doesn’t mean that they can’t make a mean mooncake too.

Or should we say mooncakes? With flavours like Red Velvet, Butterscotch and Yuzu Coconut White Chocolate, we’re having a hard time picking a favourite out of their eight flavours. There’s not a trace of lotus seed paste to be found either, instead replacing the filling with modern palate pleasers like cream cheese and crushed cookies.

And did we mention how #aesthetic these bite-sized beauties are? From the gold shine of the Signature Pralet to the ombre effect of the Lychee Rose, we wouldn’t have eaten them if they didn’t taste so damn good.

$54.80 For a Box of 8
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Crispy Skin Mooncakes by Garden Pastry

What makes a mooncake, exactly? Well, the folks at Garden Pastry certainly don’t think it’s the skin, because they’ve completely thrown that out the window for their signature Crispy Skin Mooncakes.

Resembling more of a Tau Sar Piah than a mooncake, this unique take completely flips the mooncake-eating experience on its head — rather than your teeth slowly sinking into the skin, the flaky exterior creates a satisfying crunch that’s as messy as it is delicious.

Most of the items in the collection include a sweet yam filling, but the collection also includes D24 Durian and vegetarian variants as well. If you’re feeling even more adventurous, you might also want to try out the Mini Cheesrispy Lotus With Yolk, which throws parmesan and cheddar cheese into the mix.

Garden Pastry Crispy Skin Pure Yam Mooncakes
$48 For A Box of 4
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