Shang Palace’s Hairy Crab Menu Is So Magical, It’ll Make You Feel Like Hairy Potter
Hairy Crab season dawns upon us and Shang Palace of Shangri-la Hotel is getting in on the action!
Master Chef, Steven Ng, created an extensive menu featuring these delightful delicacies for an exclusive period from 17 October to 30 November 2016.
Guest can choose from a six-course hairy crab menu or a choice of nine a la carte items. Don’t miss this opportunity to sink your teeth into these delicious hairy crabs!
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What’s The Hairy Crab Menu All About?
Known for its rich and creamy golden roe, Chef Ng brings out the best flavours of Hairy Crabs through Jiang Su and Zhe Jiang style of cooking. Here, we present a sneak preview of what you can expect in the Hairy Crab menu at Shang Palace!
1) Braised Bird’s Nest, Hairy Crab Meat and Roe
Start your meal with a hearty bowl of delectable bird’s nest with generous toppings of crab meat and roe!
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Chef Ng shreds the crab meat and mixes it with the roe, so you can enjoy crab meat without getting your hands dirty. We polished this off in no time!
2) Braised Tofu, Meatball, Hairy Crab Meat and Roe
This dish may not look the most appetising, but it tasted like heaven.
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Tofu was cut into tiny cubes and mixed with minced meat. It was all drenched in crab meat and roe sauce. Scoop up that sauce and bite into the crispy tofu and meat at the same time, for a party in your mouth!
3) Pan-Fried Hairy Crab Meat Stuffed Shell with Shrimp Paste and Pork
Shreds of crab meat and minced pork were mixed with shrimp paste, and stuffed into a crab shell.
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Oozing with flavours of seafood goodness, chewy, and juicy, this was no doubt, our favourite dish!
4) Crispy Noodles with Sea Caracol, Hairy Crab Meat and Roe
Crispy noodle is doused with crab meat and roe sauce for this dish.
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Paired with Sea Caracol, this dish was the ultimate representation of the taste of the ocean.
Enjoy the crunch of the crispy noodles, the chewy sea caracol, and the savoury fragrance of crab meat and roe in this one sumptuous dish!
Take a bite now!
Chef Ng has shown that crab meat and roe just about goes with everything! These dishes are not all, specialties like Steamed Hairy Crab with Ginger Tea and Deep-fried Cod Fish with Yuzu Honey Glaze are also available.
If you’d like something more luxe, do also try the Claypot Braised Bird’s Nest Dumpling, and Barbecued Kurobuta Pork with Shredded Lobster Roll!
Head on down to Shang Palace before the Hairy Crab season is over. Don’t just go alone, bring your family and friends and surprise them with this decadent delicacy.
Shang Palace @ Shangri-La
Address: 22 Orange Grove Road, Singapore 258350
Open:
For Lunch, Monday to Friday: 12noon – 2.30pm, Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays : 10.30am – 3pm.
For Dinner, Monday to Sunday : 6pm – 10.30pm
Price:
Hairy Crab Six-Course Menu : $138 per person
A La Carte Menu: $24 – $92
Website: Want A Chance To Literally Eat Your Feelings? Shangri-La’s The Table Is Your Answer!
The Tippling Club: Where You’ll Not Only Sip Cocktails, But Also Smell Them!
With the introduction of new head bartender, Joe Schofield, Tippling Club has revamped their cocktail menu. Their new menu, titled Sensorium, seeks to unify aromas with spirits to invoke memories and emotions of our experiences.
“80 per cent of the flavours we taste come from our sense of smell”
It’s with this idea that the new menu was conceptualised. We’ll now not only sip cocktails, but also smell them! Sounds awesome, no?
Widely regarded as an innovative and forward thinking bar, the Tippling Club’s new menu has proven once again, that they’re ahead of the game.
The birth of the Sensorium Menu
The new menu places the emphasis on the aromatic rather than alcoholic.
“Nothing stirs up cherished childhood memories like the smell of red crayons”
The idea was that customers should choose their preferred cocktails based on an aroma that interests them. It’s about your personality, your chosen smell, more than the choice of alcohol.
The process
We were honoured to have been given the opportunity to attend a tasting session.
First, they presented the whole menu through a bouquet of perfumed blotters.
Scofield encouraged us to smell each one and to pick out our favorite scents. This was in line with their philosophy of placing precedence on smell.
And god, did they smell amazing.
He even stated at one point that he would be happy to see customers ‘stealing’ the blotters to keep for memories sake.
After showing us the scents and cocktails, it was time to taste them.
‘Potentially, we could be the first bar in Singapore to marry aromatic fragrance to our cocktails to such an extent. Perhaps even globally.’ Chef-Owner Ryan Clift
Well, we don’t doubt him. The cocktails did not disappoint.
Cocktail – Rain
Have you ever actually thought about how rain smells like?
Somehow, Tippling Club has managed to accurately capture the scents that immediately invoked my memories of rainfall upon the first whiff.
Rain is a eclectic mix of citrus, soda and vodka, served with an edible stone.
Don’t worry, the stone, unlike its namesake, is actually cushiony. The initial bite is chalky, but it soon melts in your mouth for that earthy aftertaste, just like how I feel rain would taste like.
The drink itself is light and refreshing. The flavours and the alcohol were delicately balanced.
The Negroni
They say you can’t beat a classic.
Well, we think that Tippling Club has just made the classic even better! Negroni doesn’t just taste good – it smells just as delish!
Essentially still equal parts gin, sweet vermouth and campari, Tippling Club used ultrasonic sound waves to emulate a barrel-aged flavour. The traditional orange garnish is actually a negroni-flavoured gelatine mix!
Refreshing, punchy, and uplifting. We’d love to go for seconds.
The Campfire
Do you reminisce your adventurous days spent outdoors by the campfire?
This cocktail will help you relive those memories.
This is an incredible melody of marshmallow milk, burnt syrup, ash and gin, served together with a slightly roasted marshmallow.
How does it smell? Smoky, and absolutely delectable. We never thought we could describe a smell as delicious, until now.
The Caramel
The caramel was a clear favourite both in terms of sight and smell.
The aroma was pleasantly tart, elevating the rich, saccharine flavour of caramel with just a hint of citrus and rum.
The drink itself proved to be well balanced and not overly sweet, served along with a salted caramel lollipop made in house.
No better treat than this.
Details
The cocktails on the Sensorium menu go for 22SGD a pop, which was a pleasant surprise. With such detailed thought and meticulous care put into the menu and cocktails, we fully expected them to go for more conventional premium prices.
Alas, we forgot that Tippling Club does not do conventional, they’re that special round peg in a square hole. Furthermore, it only goes to show that the priorities of Tippling Club are to delight their customers.
Tippling Club
Address: 38 Tanjong Pagar Road, Singapore 088461
Opening Hours (Bar): 12:00PM to 12:00AM (Mon – Fri), 06:00PM to 12:00AM (Sat), Closed on Sundays.
Call/Enquiries: 64752217/ [email protected]
This was an invited tasting session.
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Also, read Crab Buffets So Amazing That You’ll Have To Crabwalk Out The Door After!
Trick Or Treat In Singapore: The Best 7 Places To Get Spooked This Halloween!
Unknown to many, the good old Halloween tradition of trick or treating is very much alive here. There are several trick or treat activities and places in Singapore – complete with elaborate decorations and houses that do give out awesome sweets!
This Halloween, get your entire family and friends decked out in Singapore-related Halloween costumes for the good old tradition of trick or treating!
For all ages
1. Halloween Trick or Treat @ Woodlands Woodgrove
Head down to this massive Trick-or-Treating event in the neighbourhood of Woodlands Woodgrove!
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What happens when pontianaks meet vampires? Or when Asian supernatural meets Western horror? Find your answers here at ACM After Dark: Horror Mash Up. [caption id="attachment_16988" align="aligncenter" width="1200"] Dress to scare as you roam the museum galleries, hearing haunting tales and watching out for a zombie outbreak. This year JCube is pulling out all the stops for their third Scream Fest! Uncover the mystery behind Ren Ai School as you make your way through a school maze full of scares and spokes! [caption id="attachment_17037" align="alignnone" width="850"] Admission tickets are priced at $8. Good news for shopaholics out there, if you spend $50 at JCube or $20 at J.Avenue you get free entry into this scarefest! Not for the faint of heart this school maze will make you hope you never step into a school again! Best part? Each admission ticket to Scream Fest 3 lets you ice skate your heart out at The Rink for $7 (U.P $17.50)! So if you’re looking for a spot where you can shop, ice skate AND get scared, JCube is the perfect place to be! Scream Fest 3 – The School Maze Price: $8 per entry, FREE if you spend at least $50 at JCube or $20 at J.Avenue Find out more at JCube’s Official Facebook Page Find out more about The Rink at The Rink’s Official Facebook Page Here’s a spooky Halloween party for the little ones! Be entertained by spine-tingling magic shows and a Halloween-themed photo booth. Of course, there’s a wide array of creepy-looking nibbles and candies up for grabs. Drop your kids off for a spooktastic time at this exclusive eXplorerkid Halloween Spooktacular Party! At this strictly all-kids only Halloween event, spooky highlights include pumpkin-making balloons and exciting Halloween games and activities, not forgetting some scarily delicious nibbles. [caption id="attachment_16881" align="aligncenter" width="4752"] Let your kids show off their quirky and unique Halloween costumes with the Trick or Treat parade! Furthermore, the best-dressed costume stands to bag even more treats and goodies.
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Where: JCube, 2 Jurong East Central 1, Level 3, Singapore 609731
When: 7 Oct – 6 NovFor kids only
4. Spooky Boo! Halloween Fun Fair at Go-Go Bambini
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Do register your little “vamps” and “monsters” early to not miss this FANGtastic party!
eXplorerkid Halloween Spooktacular Party
Where: Downtown East / AMK Hub
When: 29 October 2016, Saturday
Time: 1pm to 5pm
Price: $30 (eXplorerkid Member) / $40 (public)
More information here
6. Safari Boo @ River Safari
Get up close and personal with glowing monsters, mythical mermaids, aliens and many other creatures at this not-so-spooky, merry-not-scary kids Halloween event: Safari Boo @ River Safari!
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Walk along the Monster Boo trail to fight against the evil Professor V alongside a gang of fun-loving animal monsters!
Take up the trick or treat challenge that spans across the entire River Safari and keep a lookout for tricks amongst the treats at the monstrous scale of trick or treat.
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Safari Boo @ River Safari
Where: River Safari, Singapore Zoo, 80 Mandai Lake Road, Singapore 729826
When: 21 – 23, 28 – 30 October 2016
Time: 6pm to 10pm. Last admission is at 9pm
Price: $8 for children, $18 for adults
More information here
7. Spooky Seas @ S.E.A. Aquarium
Aaargh mate!
Are you in for a swashbuckling time at the Spooky Seas of S.E.A. Aquarium this Halloween?
Let your little ones follow Captain Spooks as he guides them through the trick and treats trail! Be ready for some little challenges along the way though, that is, if you want to score some delicious candies.
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7 Romantic Dessert Spots For Couples Who Love To Gaze Into Each Other’s Eyes
There’s nothing like ending a romantic date on a sweet note with some amazing dessert. Cue: warm dark lighting, soothing music, and decadent dessert to share. All while staring into your date’s eyes. Without further ado, we present a list of 7 Romantic Dessert Spots in Singapore!
Because, the only way to her heart is dessert.
1. Privé
What better way to end your date than with a dessert by the river? In the day, Privé Keppel is a relaxed restaurant-bistro and in the evening, a sophisticated and intimate space with picturesque waterfront views.
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Privé Keppel PS Café is the perfect place for a romantic date night.
Address: 2 Keppel Bay Vista
Click Privé Asian Civilisations Museum
Address: 1 Empress Place
Click Privé CHIJMES
Address: 30 Victoria Street, #01-33
Click Privé Clarke Quay
Address: 3C River Valley Road #01-09
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The Ann Siang Hill branch is particularly sleek and posh with its dark, dimly lit interiors and Victorian style décor. The other branches, Dempsey Hill, Palais Renaissance and Paragon, are also romantic dessert spots as well. Take your pick!
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Enjoy an intimate ambience while indulging in their drool-worthy desserts like Toffee Date Pudding, Pecan Pie and more!
PS Café Ann Siang Hill
45 Ann Siang Road (ASH), #02-02
Click PS Café Palais Renassance
390 Orchard Road, #02-09A Palais Renaissance
Opening hours:
Mon – Fri: 11:30AM – 11:00PM
Sat, Sun, PH: 9:30AM – 11:00PM
PS Café Dempsey Hill
28B Harding Road, Tanglin Village (Dempsey Road)
ClickPS Café Paragon
290 Orchard Road, #03-41/44 The Paragon
Opening hours:
Daily, 9:30AM – 10:00PM
3. The Halia at Singapore Botanic Gardens
Dine in the gardens at The Halia, a charming restaurant nestled in the Ginger Gardens of the Singapore Botanic Gardens.
With a spacious al fresco dining deck and tranquil ambience, this chic open-air concept is perfect for a romantic dinner and dessert.
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Indulge in the decadent Edible Garden; a light strawberries and cream cheesecake with a shot of passionfruit and lychee liquer. Or try one of the most Instagram-worthy desserts The Ginger Garden ($12); a young ginger root crumble with ginger flower sherbet, crisp banana fritters and edible flowers!
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What better way to end off your date with a slow stroll and star-gazing in the Botanic Gardens?
The Halia at Singapore Botanic Gardens
1 Cluny Road, Ginger Garden
Singapore Botanic Gardens
Opening Hours: Mon – Fri: 12pm – 5pm, 6:30pm – 10pm; Sat, Sun & PH: 8am – 10pm
4. Henri Charpentier
Of course, Henri Charpentier makes the list! There is no doubt that it is one of the best romantic dessert spots in Singapore.
A Japanese French-style patisserie chain known for its signature cakes and pastries, the flambé desserts here are absolutely divine.
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With such ambience and decor, you’ll surely gaze into your partner’s eyes for hours.
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Impress your date with the stunning Dome ($29), a chocolate-coated sphere of chocolate parfait biscuit set on fire (with liqueur) in front of you. What you will see next is the sphere melting.
Before digging in, strawberry sauce is poured over so you can enjoy a smooth mix of fresh strawberries, melting chocolate and crunchy textures.
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Another must-try is Crepe Suzette ($22); two slices of thin crepes that go aflame before your very eyes, when the server pours heated Grand Marnier cognac liqueur into the hot pan.
Delight your sweetheart’s tastebuds with the aromatic blend of buttery silky soft crepes and flaming orange-flavoured liqueur.
Henri Charpentier Dempsey Perched on the 70th floor of Swissotel The Stamford, Jaan is one of Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants. It offers a breath-taking view of the Singapore skyline facing the Marina Bay district.
9A Dempsey Road
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Head here after dinner to enjoy a dessert in the clouds with your sweetheart.
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The Choconuts Grand Cru ($28) is a must-try. With a super indulgent combination of peanut butter, chocolate, Tanariva mousse and home-made macadamia nut ice cream, this dessert is a winner.
JAAN Restaurant
2 Stamford Road, 70F Swissotel The Stamford
Opening Hours:
Mon – Sat: 12pm – 2.30pm; 7pm – 10pm
6. Stellar at 1-Altitude
Head up to Singapore’s highest dining venue, Stellar, to enjoy a panoramic view of the city.
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Relaxed and unpretentious, indulge in desserts with your loved one at this sky high restaurant.
A snazzy alfresco rooftop bar is available, if that’s what you prefer.
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We recommend the Vanilla Blancmange with Passion fruit and Almond Croquant, and the Varlhona Macae Chocolate Ganach with Orange Rum Baba.
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Stellar Nestled in the bustling Holland Village, s its name suggests, it opens till 2am and has made a name for itself for its beautiful artistic desserts by Celebrity Pastry Chef Janice Wong.
#62-01, One Raffles Place, 1 Raffles Place
Click 7. 2am: Dessert Bar
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Enjoy the night with your sweetheart while appreciating dessert art and its unique flavours; Earl Grey Bergamot Chocolate Mousse, Fruits of the Forest and Cherry, Vanilla Whisky Ice Cream, Cotton Candy and more all lovingly put together in the Cacao Forest ($24), or the beautiful Kyoto Garden ($24) made of Ginger Flower Ganache, Orange Blossom Ice Cream Rock, Pistachio Sponge and Parfait!
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2am: Dessert Bar
21A Lorong Lipur Holland Village
Opening Hours:
6pm – 2am
Whether you need to impress your date or add a little more spice to your relationship, we know these romantic dessert spots are for couples who would like to gaze into each other’s eyes for hours while enjoying dessert!
Also, read Date Ideas: 9 Under-The-Radar Activities That Will Guarantee A Loving Good Time!
9 Unique And Romantic Date Ideas That Will Have You Falling In Love All Over Again
If you’re in a relationship, you’ll most likely have heard your significant other (SO) ask this dreaded question plenty of times, “What to do next weekend?” After all, good date ideas are few and far between.
Sure, with many popular attractions like the Singapore Zoo and Universal Studios Singapore, it seems like Singapore is a never-ending city of fun. But what happens when you do exhaust that date ideas list of ‘Best places couples can go on a date’?
With this article, we’ll bring you date ideas that will make you go, ‘Why didn’t I think of that before?” Here are 9 that will surely up you and your SO’s street cred.
1. Arteastiq
I have art… I have tea… Ugh… Arteastiq! (Sorry, we just had to.)
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This place is a paradise for those who have a passion for both the arts and food. With free canvases, unlimited art supplies and a free drink courtesy of 
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Arteastiq has a one-for-one deal on Monday for couples, so you should probably take advantage of that.
It’s totally killing two birds with one stone because you can chase those Monday blues away.
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Trade away your teh-si and kaya toast for one day and enjoy some high tea.
Arteastiq
Mandarin Gallery, #04-14/15
Weekday, 11am – 10:30pm; weekend, 10am – 10:30pm
6235 8705
Plaza Singapura, #03-70/72
Daily, 10am – 10pm
6336 0952
2. Kayak
Escape the concrete jungle for a real jungle!
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If you’re a stranger to kayaking, you need not worry. At [email protected]
3. Stargaze
If you’ve heard or even used the line, “I see stars in your eyes” then you’ll want to come here.
At the 
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These sessions, called Night Sky Ramblings are free. The activity takes place every Friday from 7.45pm to 10pm. The Science Centre also offers free solar observations if that’s your kinda activity.
Depending on the month you go, you might be able to see Jupiter, Mars, Saturn and Venus.
So why not pop over on a Friday night and gaze at something besides your SO’s eyes for once?
Stargazing @ Science Centre
From now – 18 Nov 2016; From 1 Jan 2017 onwards
Every Friday, from 7:45pm – 10pm
The Observatory at the Omni-Theatre building
Solar Observation @ Science Centre
22 Nov 2016 – 30 Dec 2016
Every Tuesday and Friday, from 10am – 12pm
The Observatory at the Omni-Theatre building
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Though these dive spots are no Great Barrier Reefs, there is no shortage of beautiful sea creatures like the Fan-bellied Leatherjacket and the Ocellated Pipefish.
At Look! I found Nemo! OrpheusDive Also, read 6 Absolutely Beautiful Spots In Singapore That You Can Actually Dive In It’s like cafe-hopping, but with islands. And yes, in Singapore too! Did you know that Singapore is actually part of an archipelago? Singapore is made up of 63 islands with both natural and artificial islands. Well-known islands include Sisters island, Kusu island and St Johns island. Some of these islands are accessible by boat and will make for a nice relaxing day trip. However, pack your own food as most of them don’t have food places. An excuse to have a nice romantic picnic! There are also lagoons around some of the islands where you and your date can take a dip and chill. If your date wants to you to bring them overseas, bring them here! I mean it is over the seas right? Also, read Singapore’s 63 Islands! Here Are 6 Islands You Can Visit To Get Away From The Crowd Not dinosaurs obviously. What were you thinking? You’ve heard of the famous goat farm and alligator farms but a turtle/tortoise museum? At this museum, you’ll be able to learn all about these ancient creatures and also, have a hand at feeding them. Look out for rare creatures like the matamata (No, not the police!) and the snake headed turtle. The Live Turtle and Tortoise Museum Ever experienced a blackout and had to eat in the dark? Well, at The restaurant is located at Beach Road and is reservation only so make sure you call before you head over. Nox – Dine in the Dark Old but gold. Nothing beats feeling the wind while cycling down a slope. There’s also no other feeling like hanging out with your love. Combine the two together and you have a nice cycling date in one of Singapore’s most popular islands. You can even try the coconuts from the famous Pulua Ubin ah ma. Or head down to the quarry – a piece of Singapore’s past and check out the scenery at the same time! Take a break from hunting Pokémon and explore animals like boars and tide creatures at the nearby Chek Jawa. Wearing matching clothes isn’t the ‘hip’ thing anymore – smelling like each other is the new black! At Je taime, you’ll be able to blend all kinds of fragrance ingredients to create your very own scent. Both you and your partner will be required to take a personality quiz to determine the right kinds of scent for you. Or you could always go with your imagination and mix away! Feels kind of like a science experiment but with a ton of nice smelling chemicals, no? When you’re done with your concoction, you’ll probably be like this: We know it’s difficult to plan a really good date so we’ve taken the initiative to help you out. You’ll thank us one day when everyone starts commenting on those Instagram photos with #relationshipgoals! Header Image Source: Huffington Post Also, read 6 Romantic & Secluded High-Tea Spots That Your Date Will Surely Approve Of!
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16 Zion Road, Singapore 247733
6887 3631
Monday to Friday, 12pm to 8pm; Saturday & Sunday, 12pm to 6pm5. Island hop
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6. Feed some prehistoric creatures
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1 Chinese Garden Road, Singapore 619795
6268 5363
Daily, 9am – 6pm
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269 Beach Road Singapore 199546
Monday to Friday, 6pm to late; Saturday, 5pm to late; Sunday, 5pm to 11pm
6298 07088. Cycling in Pulau Ubin
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9. Custom make your very own perfume
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Chocolate Pinot & Apple Miso? 5 Drinks At Operation Dagger That’ll Wow Your Taste Buds!
In the discreet corner of a street lies a small, unsigned building. After much fumbling, the heavy glass door creaks open and you make your way carefully across the unwashed floors.
Groping around in the semi-darkness, you head down a dingy staircase and a steel door emerges. Holding your breath, you push it open.
Welcome to Halloween Horror Ni- uh Operation Dagger.
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Voted Best New Bar at last year’s Singapore Bar Awards, Operation Dagger is an elusive bar located within the basement.
This bar is in fact, so elusive there is no sign of it. Literally.
Away from the hustle and bustle of Ann Siang Hill however, Operation Dagger serves as a great watering hole for the work weary.
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A cocktail bar that emphasises on the experimentation of flavours and textures, the bar has taken to replacing traditional spirits with their very own concoctions.
We had the opportunity of savouring five of the bar’s signatures drinks and boy were we taken away by the experience.
1. Apple Miso
An interesting combination of rum, fermented apple, miso caramel and sesame, the Apple Miso happens to be, at the moment, the favorite drink of co-founder Luke Whearty.
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Garnished with a bar spoon made of distilled toasted sesame spirit and toffee crisp seasoned gomashio, this Japanese inspired drink we say, definitely isn’t for anyone who dislikes sesame.
2. The Egg
A favourite amongst the regulars, The Egg consists of cured egg yolk, vanilla and sugar that are shaken and strained into a ceramic egg cup before being placed in a jar of smoked hay and star anise.
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The result?
A slightly intense drink with a custard-like texture that reminds us, unsurprisingly, of everyone’s favourite salted egg yolk.
3. Chocolate Pinot
If you’re a wine person, we’d recommend you to go for the Chocolate Pinot. That’s right – Chocolate. Friggin’. Wine.
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Infused with raw cacao and vanilla, this drink, for starters, smells heavenly. As both a chocolate and wine fan, we’ve got nothing to complain about.
4. Fallen Fruit
Our favourite drink of the night? The Fallen Fruit.
A mix of wine, caramel, vanilla, fresh pears and curry leaf (say whaaaat), this drink is slow cooked via a sous vide method before being filtered overnight.
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Served in an adorable pear ceramic mug and vanilla bean straw, this refreshing drink is a dream. Side note, we bit into the straw just to see what vanilla bean tastes like and no, it wasn’t pretty.
5. Hot & Cold
Last but definitely not the least, we have the Hot & Cold, a Pina Colada-ish drink that replaces rum with tequila.
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Topped with a layer of warm white chocolate and coconut foam, this dessert drink, we think, will be popular with the ladies. A taste of both hot and cold, this one ranks a close second on our list.
With unconventional combinations of textures and flavours, Operation Dagger definitely isn’t for the faint-hearted.
If you’re looking to broaden your drinking horizons or are looking for a fun date idea, a night at this cocktail bar will just be the thing for you.
Operation Dagger
Address: 7 Ann Siang Hill #B1-01, S069791
Tel: 6438 4057
Email: [email protected]
Open: Tue – Sat, 6pm – 12am
Header image credit: iwanimawocha.com
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Die Die Must Party: 10 Halloween Parties That’ll Scare The Living Daylights Out Of You!
Here are the million-dollar questions: Do pontianaks dance? If zombies are technically dead, will they get high on alcohol? How does it feel to be scared witless, praying that your heart doesn’t go KABOOM by night’s end? Come on down to some frightful Halloween parties, and we guarantee you’ll find the answer to these queries.
Here’s the bonus: you’ll have a hair-rising, heart-lurching good time. This Hallows’ Eve, it’s time for the demons to play!
1.
A note of caution: Come in your goriest or loveliest get-up to avoid being the next target.
Not only that, the best-dressed stand to win cash prizes, Zoukout VIP tickets, flight tickets and more. Entry is not guaranteed if the club is full, so arrive early!
The Scream Diner by Zouk Halloween
29 Oct, 10pm-late
Zouk, 17 Jiak Kim Street
Admission for non-members (incl 2 drinks): $33/$38
Free and priority entry are given to those in FULL costume (pending approval by door attendant)
2. Battle Royale
“Kerpow!”
“Come at me!”
“Why, you…!”
And… that, ladies and gentlemen, is only the beginning.
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BattleRoyale on Facebook[/caption]
This year, only one will be crowned the King of The Ring. Fight it out with the biggest and the baddest at Overeasy Orchard.
On this night, unleash your inner Bruce Lee, or channel your trusty WWE champ.
For a touch of the orient, pummel the baddies as Ip Man or Huang Fei Hong. Manny Pacquiao would do too, just power up that devilish glare and turn em’ rivals to stone.
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Battle Royale by Overeasy
29 Oct, 10pm-2.30am
Overeasy Orchard, 541 Orchard Road #01-01, Liat Towers
Free entry
3. 
Cirque Le Soir[/caption]
We dare you to come in your freakiest, most outlandish costume to “outfreak” the freaks!
It’ll be a mystical, bewitching night that’ll haunt your dreams a little longer than eternity.
Cirque Le Soir
Oct 29, 9pm-late
CÉ LA VI, SkyPark at Marina Bay Sands, 1 Bayfront Ave
Purchase online pre-sale tickets at $48, or purchase it at the door at $68 – both options include one premium pour
4. 
Atlantis Fright Night
With a name like the Wavehouse, what do you expect? You’re bound to get soaked!
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Atlantis[/caption]
Yes, that means you had better bring along your itsybitsyteenieweenieyellowpolkadotbikini!
Atlantis Fright Night
22 Oct, 6pm-late
Wavehouse Sentosa, 36 Siloso Beach Walk
Early bird entries are priced at $35 and prices at the door are $50
Both include 1 complimentary drink and 3 hours of free flow drinks
Ladies who register on the online guest list get free entry until 10pm
6. 
Ghost stories are merely tales, aren’t they?
Well… here at *Scape, you’re in for the plot twist of your life! The story is true, and shows how life can truly be stranger, and bloodier, than fiction.
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Ahoy, ahoy!
Harking back to the 1800s where everyone mysteriously died on the ship, their restless spirits have finally awakened this Halloween. Join them in diabolical revelry, as you gobble and guzzle the night away.
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The Forest: Shanghai Dolly
29 Oct, 10pm-late
Zouk, 17 Jiak Kim Street
Admission for non-members (incl 2 drinks): $33/$38
Free and priority entry are given to those in FULL costume (pending approval by door attendant)
Cirque Le Soir[/caption]
We dare you to come in your freakiest, most outlandish costume to “outfreak” the freaks!
It’ll be a mystical, bewitching night that’ll haunt your dreams a little longer than eternity.
Cirque Le Soir
Oct 29, 9pm-late
CÉ LA VI, SkyPark at Marina Bay Sands, 1 Bayfront Ave
Purchase online pre-sale tickets at $48, or purchase it at the door at $68 – both options include one premium pour
4. Atlantis Fright Night
With a name like the Wavehouse, what do you expect? You’re bound to get soaked!
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Yes, that means you had better bring along your itsybitsyteenieweenieyellowpolkadotbikini!
Atlantis Fright Night
22 Oct, 6pm-late
Wavehouse Sentosa, 36 Siloso Beach Walk
Early bird entries are priced at $35 and prices at the door are $50
Both include 1 complimentary drink and 3 hours of free flow drinks
Ladies who register on the online guest list get free entry until 10pm
6.
Ghost stories are merely tales, aren’t they?
Well… here at *Scape, you’re in for the plot twist of your life! The story is true, and shows how life can truly be stranger, and bloodier, than fiction.
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The Forest: Shanghai DollyAsk any traveller worth his salt, and he’ll have you know that one of the spookiest places to get lost in, is the forest. Some might drop the name Aokigahara, while others might rain evil on the Devil’s Tramping Ground (the name says it all), or the demonic Pembrey Woods.
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Shanghai Dolly on Facebook[/caption]
Inspired by the stuff of nightmares found in cursed forests, Shanghai Dolly brings you into the inky, winding woods this Halloween.
Pray that you don’t get lost, but be warned: Prayer might not work in the forest, where the Heavens can’t hear you scream.
The Forest: Shanghai Dolly
Call 6336 7676 / 9232 4181 to reserve your seats early
Stay tuned to Shanghai Dolly’s Facebook page for more updates
10. Nerf Halloween 2016: Paranormal High School
Your footsteps echo off the deserted hallways that seethe with darkness. Somehow, you can tell that it’s not just the mildew and the mouldering walls, but something older, and angrier.
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NerfHalloween on Facebook[/caption]
You are armed with nothing but conviction, and a Nerf gun. Your ammo is running low, and it is hard to see with nothing but the moonlight.
Still, you press on. “All those FPS games had better come in handy now,” you mutter under your breath…
According to rumours, a pair of sisters disappeared in this school, one so notoriously haunted that it’s now known as Paranormal High School. Tonight, it is your duty, to seek this pair of sisters, before the evil in the school gets to you first.
Mortals, dare you brave this school from the bowels of Hell?
Nerf Halloween 2016: Paranormal High School
28 and 29 Oct, 7pm-late
Potong Pasir Community Club, 6 Potong Pasir Ave 2
Early bird promotion is going at $10, and the regular price is $15
The first 150 pax for the early bird registration gets a pack of 10 piece NERF Dart pack sponsored by Hasbro Singapore
To answer your questions, pontianaks do dance and zombies do get woozy after being hit by a tower of alcohol…for these Halloween parties at least!
And the feeling of screaming yourself silly with a bunch of buddies? Absolutely priceless.
Header image source: Knittingzone
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Our Food Trail With SR Signatures Will Leave You Drooling [Singapore River Festival 2016]
This year, Singapore River Festival 2016 returns to celebrate how the river has connected our past to our present, and to our community. All these are brought out through the theme of ‘River Connections”.
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Singapore River Festival 2016. By Shivon Chua & Dacia Kee[/caption]
Besides a chock-full of music acts and performances, you can also expect to indulge in flavourful SR Signature dishes that will tantalise your taste buds. Visitors can expect a multi-sensorial experience at this festival.
Here’s what it’s all about:
“The Singapore River Festival is proud to present SR Signatures, a selection of establishments handpicked by a panel of critics, comprising of their favourite food and drink that can be found along the three quays – Boat Quay, Clarke Quay and Robertson Quay.”
Read on to find out about the gourmet choices of the chefs for this year’s theme, “Where Chefs Eat”.
1. Gai Yang by Soi 60 Thai
Took a bite of this tender piece of meat and we could not refrain ourselves from the second, third, fourth bite and so on.
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Discover SG | By Shivon Chua & Dacia Kee[/caption]
It was really well marinated and grilled to perfection. The sauce that accompanied it made us feel like we were really having this dish along the streets in Thailand – such an authentic taste!
DISH: Gai Yang
RESTAURANT: Soi 60 Thai
Accolade awarded by Chef: Bjorn Shen
Singapore River Festival 2016 Promotion: Dish is priced at $18.00++ (Usual price: $21++)
2. Elotes by Super Loco
Who says that corn would only go well with butter?
This sweet corn not only looked appetising, but also had a unique and flavourful taste that is hard to forget.
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The cheese gave the corn an extra special flavour. Squeeze some lime on it and it’ll tingle your taste buds!
DISH: Elotes
RESTAURANT: Super Loco
Accolade awarded by Chef: Nixon Low
Singapore River Festival 2016 Promotion: Enjoy a pair of Elotes at $8+ only (1-for-1 offer). Valid from 4 to 5 Nov 2016, during Dinner only (not available for weekend Brunch). Quote “SRF Elotes” to Super Loco team during the festival period
3. 8 Colours Set by Eight Korean BBQ
Here’s the ultimate treat.
Eight strips of pork belly, marinated differently, will be grilled right in front of you. They’ll then be dipped into various sauces.
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Discover SG | By Shivon Chua & Dacia Kee[/caption]
Eight ways of marination: Original, Wine, Kalbi, Curry, Miso, Red pepper, Garlic and Herb.
You can then add your own pickles, and wrap them up in fresh green lettuce, a la Korean style – before stuffing them into your mouth. You’ll be in food heaven in no time.
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Discover SG | By Shivon Chua & Dacia Kee[/caption]
Every marinated piece of pork belly would make you go “SHIOK”!!!
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Discover SG | By Shivon Chua & Dacia Kee[/caption]
DISH: 8 Colours Set
RESTAURANT: Eight Korean BBQ
Accolade awarded by Chef: Bjorn Shen
Singapore River Festival 2016 Promotion: –
4. Breaded Shrimp With Salmon Aburi by JJ.com Fish Mart
The breaded prawn was a super plus point to this dish!
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Discover SG | By Shivon Chua & Dacia Kee[/caption]
Here’s a winning combination: the freshness of the salmon and the crispy and sweet breaded prawn.
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Discover SG | By Shivon Chua & Dacia Kee[/caption]
DISH: Breaded Shrimp With Salmon Aburi
RESTAURANT: JJ.com Fish Mart
Accolade awarded by Chef: Cheryl Koh
Singapore River Festival 2016 Promotion: Dish is priced at $14.80, valid from 4-5 November 2016
5. The Gambler by The Butchers Club Burger
This is the best burger we’ve ever tasted!
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Discover SG | By Shivon Chua & Dacia Kee[/caption]
A very crispy, juicy and tender chicken is sandwiched between buttered and toasted soft bun. Topped with hot sauce and creamy mayo (with blue cheese), this was a party in our mouths.
DISH: The Gambler
RESTAURANT: The Butchers Club Burger
Accolade awarded by Chef: Anthony Yeoh
Singapore River Festival 2016 Promotion: Free upsize (including bottle beers, cold brew coffee or milk shake) with every order of ‘The Gambler’ for set lunch on weekdays from 12pm to 3pm (usual price $22.80++)
6. Rasmalai by RAS The Essence of India
A traditional Indian dessert that was really well done – it concluded our meal perfectly with a refreshing after taste.
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DISH: Rasmalai
RESTAURANT: RAS The Essence of India
Accolade awarded by Chef: Cheryl Koh
7. Gambas al Ajillo by My little Spanish place
All prawn lovers need to order this. A very simple yet fragrant and flavourful dish
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Discover SG | By Shivon Chua & Dacia Kee[/caption]
The bread served along it was soft in the inside and crispy on the outside, and was a very good dipping medium for the sauce.
Ordering a glass of cava sangria on their menu to go along with this dish would do no harm for the night.
DISH: Gambas al Ajillo
RESTAURANT: My little Spanish place
Accolade awarded by Chef: Nixon Low
Singapore River Festival 2016 Promotion: Special Price: $14 (U.P. $16)
8. The 79 by Ô Comptoir
A savoury galette that went perfectly with their apple cider.
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Discover SG | By Shivon Chua & Dacia Kee[/caption]
Every bite was a mouthful of bacon, cheese, potatoes and onion. Definitely worth it!
DISH: The 79
RESTAURANT: Ô Comptoir
Accolade awarded by Chef: Anthony Yeoh
Singapore River Festival 2016 Promotion: A glass of cider will be served for free for every ‘The 79′ ordered during the Singapore River Festival period.
With such good food, evident in carefully handpicked SR Signatures’ dishes, Singapore River Festival 2016 is a must visit. Savour all these delectable dishes and take a breezy stroll along the river and appreciate how far Singapore and our Singapore River has come!
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Hai Di Lao Tips: Essential Hacks That Will Save You Time, Money, And More!
Hai Di Lao? Yes, you heard it. When it comes to this legendary hotpot establishment, tales abound. By now, you must have amassed your own encyclopaedia of “black market” Hai Di Lao tips to take your Hai Di Lao experience to greater heights.
To add to your plethora of knowledge, we have gone undercover and infiltrated the depths of the Hai Di Lao world, right down to unearthing their new outlet in VivoCity!
Today, we are proud to present our findings – Hai Di Lao tips that are 100% legit and guaranteed to work.
Queue-killing hack
To beat the queue, arrive very early… anytime before 5pm is fine. Preferably, call before you head down. Otherwise, you’ll be faced with a horrendous queue that’ll shock the living daylights out of you.
Anytime from 10 pm is good, as the dinner crowd would be gone by then and Hai Di Lao is open till 6 am.
To ensure that your table is ready by 10pm, call in early to take a queue number and let them know that you’ll arrive at 9pm.
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Each time you dine there, you will chalk up points, which can be used to redeem gifts at no extra charge.
Every $1 you spend entitles you to 1 point. The gifts change every 6 months, so snap up that Philips steam iron before it disappears!
#1 Soup hack – thick (浓) soup base
To get the most bang for your buck, be sure to request for thick (浓) soup base during refills. Otherwise, what you get will be a more diluted version of the original soup base.
They’ll hand you a bowl of thick (浓) soup, but don’t pour it all in at once! Instead, you can adjust how thick and savoury you want your soup to be.
#2 Soup hack – 4 soup bases
If you believe that variety is the spice of life, Hai Di Lao offers 4 soup bases at virtually the same price, or even cheaper, as compared to that of 1 or 2 soup bases.
The price of 4 soup bases also depends on your ultimate choice and combination of soup. Based on our experience, it was always cheaper or the same price as choosing 2 soup bases.
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If you come with wine or alcohol, Hai Di Lao will even open your bottle and serve it to you and your companions, free of charge!
Now, who’s up for a glass of spirits?
Mini pot hack
If you think germs and bacteria are creepy… or if your idea of fashion is a Hazmat suit, Hai Di Lao’s individual hot pots are perfect for you.
Credits: Credit: be the next Freddy Krueger try Hai Di Lao’s paper crane challenge.
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For every 30 paper cranes you fold, Hai Di Lao will reward you with a free $6 dish of your choice.
Fret not if you do not know how to fold these cranes, the staff will teach you how!
Health hack
Fats? *shudders* Coagulated fats? *fear intensifies*
Congratulations, you have just discovered the hidden horror… and we’ll let you know how to overcome it. Not with a crucifix, but with your trusty ol’ ladle!
The longer you boil your soup, the more concentrated it becomes. This causes the soup to become loaded with nitrates, fats and excess protein.
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That white film floating on the surface of your soup isn’t the trail left by the Loch Ness monster.
It’s actually coagulated fats, nitrates and protein, which is no good for you. So, ladles up, and scoop away the white stuff!
Redeemable manicure hack
Who would pass up the opportunity of a free manicure? Not me!
The good news is, Hai Di Lao’s renowned manicure services are redeemable. Should the long queue prevent you from getting your manicure before dining, all is not lost.
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Should you wish to celebrate your grandma’s birthday there, the restaurant also offers a free platter of longevity buns to senior citizens on their special day.
This is in addition to the small gift that Hai Di Lao will present to the birthday guest, and the birthday songs that they will croon in 3 different languages.
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Protect-your-phone hack
A cracked phone screen is the ultimate nightmare for every phone user. This is why Hai Di Lao offers free phone screen protectors to keep your phone screens shiny and spanking new.
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Credit: 1 Harbourfront Walk, #03-09, VivoCity, Singapore 098585
Telephone numbers: +65 6250 7557 (for reservations) +65 6250 7667 (for enquiries)
Opening hours: 10.30am – 6am
Price: varies depending on the dishes ordered
Official website:
Header image credit: where to get Hai Di Lao soup base!
Lovers Of Old School Snacks, Here Are The Very Best Places For Your Nonya Kueh Fix!
Do you miss any of your childhood snacks? Many of us remember the cakes and pastries we grew up eating. If you’re searching for your favourite old school Peranakan Nonya Kueh, you’ve come to the right place! Here are 7 best places where you can get your Nonya Kueh fix!
1. Ji Xiang Confectionery
Since it opened for business in 1988, Ji Xiang has been reinventing the traditional Nonya Ang Ku Kueh with unique flavours such as salted bean, corn, coconut, and even durian!
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Coconut Ang Ku Kueh[/caption]
Since they specialise in, and mainly sell Ang Ku Kueh, you’re guaranteed the very best!
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Each kueh is hand-made with a soft and thin skin. There’s a generous amount of filling, and this snack is perfect for all ages.
It’s no wonder more than 4,000 are sold daily!
Ji Xiang Confectionary
1 Everton Park #01-33
6223 1631
Monday – Saturday: 8AM – 5PM
2. Simple Delite
Dubbed The Best Traditional Kueh in town, Simple Delite is popular among the Muslim community with its authentic halal Malay kueh.
Serving freshly made and piping hot kueh for more than 15 years, the must-try kueh here is the Kueh Lopis (sticky rice with sweetened gula melaka and shredded coconut).
Image Credit: Simple Delite
Made with only a few ingredients, the glutinous rice is tender and not too dense. The shredded coconut has just the right amount of salt, giving the perfect balance of sweet and savoury!
The kuehs here usually sell out by noon, so be sure to come early!
Simple Delite
665 Buffalo Road, #01-219 Tekka Food Centre
Mon – Sun: 6:30am – 2pm
3. Chinta Manis
This Nonya Kueh sure looks interesting!
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Taking a spin on traditional Nonya Kueh, Chinta Manis blends modern variations to its traditional recipes.
Inspired by the rich tradition of Peranakan food and culture, Chinta Manis serves an incredible spread of over 20 types of Nonya Kueh.
With innovative creations such as their signature Chendol Agar Agar, Pulut Seri Kaya, and Chocolate Ondeh Ondeh, enjoy a different kind of brunch here!
Chinta Manis
180 Kitchener Road, #B2-K2/K11 City Square Mall
Mon – Sun: 11am – 9pm
4. Xing Xing Tapioca Cake
Located in Maxwell Food Centre, Xing Xing Tapioca Cake only sells two things: Tapioca cake and Ondeh Ondeh.
Fragrant and super addictive when eaten warm, it is no surprise the steamed tapioca cakes are always sold out by 11am daily.
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Xing Xing Tapioca Cake[/caption]
Made of shredded tapioca and coconut milk, the tapioca cake is slightly firmer than mochi. It has the perfect chewy texture, with the grated coconut giving a slight crunch.
The little grated coconut-coated Ondeh Ondeh are soft and bouncy, but not too sticky. It bursts in your mouth with the oh-so-rich Gula Melaka.
Xing Xing Tapioca Cake/Ondeh Ondeh
Stall 31, 1 Kadayanallur Street, Maxwell Road Food Centre
Mon – Sun: 8am – 2pm
5. Tiong Bahru Galicier Confectionery
Boost your traditional Nonya Kueh craving with a hit of warm, fragrant Kueh Dadar!
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Famous for its Ang Ku Kueh (‘Red Tortoise Cake’ with soft sticky skin and Mung bean filling), the skin is tender yet chewy with a sweet and savoury filling.
Take your pick of their other Nonya Kueh as well; Png Kueh (Chinese rice cake), Soon Kueh and Ku Chye Kueh (chives cake).
Lek Lim Nonya Cake Confectionary
Blk 84 Bedok North St. 4, #01-21
Monday – Saturday: 6:30AM – 6PM, Sunday: 6:30AM – 2PM
7. HarriAnn’s Delight
The one thing most of us associate Nonya Kueh with is the colourful Kueh Lapis with all its layers and flavours!
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Bright and colourful, the iconic rainbow Kueh Lapis is soft and chewy! Relive your childhood memories by peeling and savouring each layer on its own.
Passionately handcrafted with all-natural ingredients, the Nonya Kueh here are delightfully fresh and authentic!
HarriAnn’s Delight
230 Victoria Street, #01-01A, Bugis Junction Towers
Mon – Sun: 8am – 9pm
6 Romantic & Secluded High-Tea Spots That Your Date Will Surely Approve Of!
