Amoy St Bloc Party Is Not Holding Back! Feast, Explore And Chill Your Sunday Away
Amoy St Bloc Party is here to make sure your Sunday is a day of feasting, playing and drinking…in style!
[caption id="attachment_17707" align="alignnone" width="560"] Image source: Not on Orchard[/caption]Amoy Street has a special significance in our local culture and dining scene. More so with the recent move of many award-wning F&B brands to the area. As such, they’re throwing a welcome party, so you can get to know these new kids on the block!
The Fun Stuff
Set to take place on the 20th of November, the party will see Amoy Street transform into a street festival filled with fun, food, drinks and community activities.
Cool Music & Art Display
There will be a variety of vendors, exciting activities, and live performances featuring acts by DJ KFC and DJ Roscius hailing all the way from the UK.
[caption id="attachment_17711" align="alignnone" width="542"] Image source: Roscius Official[/caption]For those who need their art fix, there will also be limited edition prints and paintings from local and uprising artists from The Artling along the street.
Get Your Fit On
We know too much good food will make you guilty, and guilty feet have got no rhythm!
That’s why one of the world’s faster growing studios, F45, is here to whip the guilt out of you.
[caption id="attachment_18456" align="alignnone" width="851"] Image source: F45[/caption]For the curious but intimidated, this is the perfect chance to try a HIIT class.
You’ll get a taste of a legit workout class in an all fun no stress environment. Just go with the flow and enjoy the good vibes.
Grow Your Own Edible Garden
Amoy St Bloc Party is not all about eating, drinking and dancing.
Besides taking home Instagram moments, you’ll head back with skills of growing your own edible garden.
[caption id="attachment_18457" align="alignnone" width="960"] Image source: Edible Garden City[/caption]Learn a trick or two from our favourite urban farming collective, Edible Garden City, to grow food at under-utilised spaces like roofs and sidewalks.
In-Car Party With Jeep
The best part of all, you can hop on the Jeep Wrangler and it will take you on a ride around the block!
[caption id="attachment_17709" align="alignnone" width="861"] Image source: Image source: Image source: Paper Kitties[/caption]Their modern interpretation of Southeast Asian cuisines are executed using progressive techniques with a hint of Western influence.
While you’re at it, don’t forget to try their cocktails too.
2. boCHINChe
Fuelled by chef Diego Jacquet, boCHINChe is all about bold Argentinean flavours.
[caption id="attachment_17692" align="alignnone" width="593"] Image source: bochinchesg[/caption]Just like us, Argentina is a melting pot of cultures and Argentineans loveeee their food. boCHINChe’s passion is reflected on their menu, prepare your palate for an explosion of flavours.
3. Employees Only (Cocktail Bar)
What?? A craft cocktail bar from New York is in Singapore?
[caption id="attachment_17693" align="alignnone" width="597"] Image source: asia.cocktails[/caption]Yes, and it’s one with unpretentious NY vibes, buzzing energy, shoulder shaking music, and mighty fine cocktail techniques (that’s what they’re famed for).
The place can get really busy but trust us, it’s worth the wait.
4. Le Binchotan
What do you get when you combine French and Japanese cuisine? Le Binchotan!
[caption id="attachment_17697" align="alignnone" width="594"] Image source: Frannywanny[/caption]Named after the white charcoal used to smoke French-Japanese tapas, this super chic eatery dishes some of the best skewers in town.
There’ll be 10% off selected sake bottles in conjunction with the Bloc party! Now, that calls for a Kampai!
5. Burger Joint
Dubbed the best burger in NYC, Burger Joint is all about yummy burgers done to perfection!
[caption id="attachment_17698" align="alignnone" width="480"] Image source: Kendricljx[/caption]From cheese to portobello, and of course, bacon burger, their patties are extremely juicy and well seasoned. Top if off with craft beer (there’s a selection of 16 taps!) and that’s how every day should end.
6. Maggie Joan’s
Looking for Maggie Joan’s can be a lil tricky. It’s an underground Mediterranean restaurant located in the alleyway just off Gemmill Lane (literally a hidden gem).
[caption id="attachment_17699" align="alignnone" width="601"] Image source: glen_ballis_autopiloton[/caption]Famed for their cosy ambience and gastronomical food, every dish here is so pretty that you’ll want to feed your camera first before digging in.
7. Gemmills
Gemmills has a split personality – it’s a cafe by day and a wine bar by night.
[caption id="attachment_17700" align="alignnone" width="597"] Image source: The Silver Chef[/caption]Expect a range of fresh pastries, sandwiches and coffee during the day and once the sun is down, bring the vinos out!
8. Birds of a Feather
Sichuan food can be a little intimidating. Just thinking about the flower pepper gives us chills!
[caption id="attachment_17702" align="alignnone" width="540"] Image source: Bing_leow[/caption]But at Birds of Feather, the Sichuan-ness actually enhances the flavours of the Western cuisine served. And the ambience there will make you feel like you’re in Chengdu… well, minus the giant panda bears!
Party All Night
The event might start at 3pm, but once the sun is down (10pm onwards), step into Ding Dong as the playful restaurant space is reimagined into a retro dance floor on this day!
[caption id="attachment_17705" align="alignnone" width="776"] Image source: Ding Dong[/caption]Bust a move to 80s and 90s hits at the afterparty and get a Ding Dong Daiquiri or two while you hit that high!
What are you waiting for? Get your peeps together and start planning your Amoy St Bloc Party trail.
Amoy St Bloc Party
Date: 20 November 2016 (Sunday)
Time: 3pm – 12:00am
Venue: Amoy Street
Event page: Amoy St Bloc Party
Instagram: @amoystblocparty
Header image source: What’s Up, November! 13 Exciting Activities To Check Out [16 Nov – 30 Nov]
Meat Lovers, Renga-Ya’s Hokkaido and Kagoshima Beef Are All You Need!
Meat lovers, listen up! Think you’ve tried the best Japanese beef Singapore has got to offer? Renga-Ya is here to top your must-try Wagyu list.
[caption id="attachment_18143" align="alignnone" width="932"] Party Platter[/caption]Rejoice, because Renga-Ya Japanese BBQ & Steak Restaurant has officially opened its doors at Chijmes. And they’ll be dishing the best of beef from the prefectures of Hokkaido and Kagoshima.
Oakleaf Hokkaido Prime Beef
All Oakleaf prime beef served in Renga-Ya is carefully sourced from Hokkaido.
[caption id="attachment_18136" align="alignnone" width="851"] Hokkaido Platter[/caption]The cows there are breed naturally without the use of antibiotics and genetically modified feed. Instead, herbs are mixed to the feed, so the meat has a natural refreshing flavour.
Kuroge A5 Grade Wagyu
Kagoshima may be well known for its active volcano but their Kuroge (Black Hair) beef is definitely a MUST TRY among meat lovers.
[caption id="attachment_18137" align="alignnone" width="852"] Kagoshima Platter[/caption]What makes it really special is the well-balanced fat marbling and full-bodied flavour of the meat.
Beef Two Ways
Renga-Ya is as much a Yakiniku restaurant as a steak house.
As they import whole cows from Hokkaido and Kagoshima, diners can look forward to a wide-range of cuts in Japanese BBQ or flamed-grilled style.
[caption id="attachment_18134" align="alignnone" width="837"] Renga Ya Platter[/caption]We highly recommend the Renga- Ya BBQ Platter (300g at $89.00 and 500g at $139.00) if you’d like to savour the best of both worlds (50:50 of Oakleaf and Wagyu).
[caption id="attachment_18140" align="alignnone" width="923"] Renga Ya Zen Set[/caption]The Karubi (short rib) and Jou Rosu (chuck roll) are hands down our favourite.
Cut to precise thickness, it’s so tender that it melts in your mouth!
[caption id="attachment_18144" align="alignnone" width="960"] Hokkaido Steak Image source Renga-Ya[/caption]Steak lovers, you can try the juicy Hokkaido or Kagoshima striploin (200g at $89.00), ribeye (200g at $59.00) or tenderloin (200g at $69.00), complemented with a choice of in-house steak sauce, ponzu radish sauce or peppercorn sauce.
Side Dishes That Are To Die For!
Main star aside, Renga-Ya also specialises in other dishes such as the Hokkaido Beef Tataki with Japanese Onions and Beef Carpaccio, which is eaten raw.
[caption id="attachment_18138" align="alignnone" width="749"] Beef Tataki[/caption]The Oyster dish is a must try if you’d like to heighten your dining experience.
[caption id="attachment_18141" align="alignnone" width="781"] Oysters[/caption]Featuring succulent oysters imported from Hiroshima and seasonal vegetables from Hokkaido, this dish will make you feel less guilty from the overload of meat.
[caption id="attachment_18142" align="alignnone" width="904"] Ika Yuzu Jelly Watercress Salad[/caption]While you’re at it, don’t forget to order the super refreshing Ika Yuzu Jelly Watercress Salad. The acidity of the Yuzu jelly goes extremely well with the watercress, it’s like summer in your mouth.
Our ambassador, Valerie, visited Renga-ya. Here’s what she had to say:
https://www.instagram.com/p/BMT3DrrA3mq/?taken-by=cheeriosvalerie
Are you drooling already? Time to recruit your Meat Squad and declare it Protein Day! And don’t forget to make a reservation in advance!
Renga-Ya Japanese BBQ & Steak
Address: 30 Victoria Street #01-11/12 Chijmes, S187996
Contact number: +65 6352 1966
Operating Hours:
Lunch (Daily 12:00 pm – 2:30 pm)
Dinner (Mon- Sat 6:00pm – 11:00pm), (Sun 5:00pm- 10:00pm)
Website: Renga-Ya sg
Instgram: @rengayasg
All photos are by Japan PR Agency
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What’s Up, November! 13 Exciting Activities To Check Out [16 Nov – 30 Nov]
Mid November can be a little harsh. It’s crunch time before you go off for your Christmas holidays, where you still have no idea what gift to get for friends and family… Don’t even get us started with the year end rush of meetings and deadlines.
If you’re barely hanging in there, here are 13 fun and exciting activities to help you unwind and usher in the final month of the year.
Discover & Play
1. Neon Lights Festival
Singapore’s very own premier music and arts festival – Neon Lights Festival is back!
[caption id="attachment_18372" align="alignnone" width="960"] Image source: Neon Lights Festival[/caption]Catered to music and art lovers of all ages, this festival will bring together more than 150 music and art performances over two days!!
Featuring performers such as Yuna, Badbadnotgood, and Southeast Asian exclusive performances by Foals, Sigur Rós & 2manydjs, it’s gonna be a weekend of major ear candy for audiophiles.
Neon Lights Festival
Date: 26-27 November
Time: 2pm- 12am
Venue: For Canning, 51 Canning Rise, 179037
Event Page: Neon Lights Festival 2016
Website:
2. Swissotel Vertical Marathon 2016
Bored of the usual run?
How about joining Asia’s most exhilirating vertical race – the Swissotel Vertical Marathon?
[caption id="attachment_18376" align="alignnone" width="960"] Image source: Run Society[/caption]Set to take place at one of Southeast Asia’s tallest hotel (226m) Swissotel The Stamford, participants will need to blaze up 1,336 steps over 73 storeys in the shortest time possible.
Hardcore runners, CNN actually named this race as the most challenging race among 11 of the world’s coolest themed runs. Don’t miss the chance to add this to your running credentials!
Swissotel Vertical Marathon 2016
Date: 20 November, 2016
Time: 6:30am- 1:30pm
Venue: Swissotel The Stamford, 2 Stamford Road, 178882
Event Page: Swissotel Vertical Marathon
Tickets: Individual ($52-$62), Team of 2 ($108-$120)
Ticketing Website: Run Society
3. Upside Social
Like the idea of socialising and being empowered through health and fitness at the same time?
[caption id="attachment_18370" align="alignnone" width="960"] Image source: Upside Social[/caption]Head to Spaces City Hall for a Saturday of good food, learning, meditating, and of course shopping!
Featuring Xtend Barre classes for your happy toes, Dosirak for your tummy, wellness and nutrition classes by HIC Juices, PAUSE Meditation and Jolin Tinkerbell, you’ll definitely walk away with something.
And for the shopping part, vendors such as Lorna Jane, We Are Cultured, Anaya Life, Pili Pushers, MA’ONA and Candles of Light will make sure you get a good dose of retail therapy.
Upside Social
Date: 19 November, 2016
Time: 9:30am – 4:30pm
Venue: Spaces City Hall, 410 North Bridge, 188726
Event Page: Upside Social
Tickets: $15-$25
Ticketing Page: Image source: A.D.I Concept[/caption]
4S: Stories After Bedtime revolves around the darker side of Malay legends and folktales.
From poisoning enemies through the use of winds and djins to summoning beings from other dimension, these stories, inspired by true incidents will make you rethink of the existence of supernatural.
Don’t blame us if you have problems falling asleep at night!
4S: Stories After Bedtime
Date: 17-19 November 2016
Time: 8pm (17 & 18 Nov), 3pm & 8pm (19 Nov)
Venue: Drama Centre 100 Victoria Street Level 5, National Library Building, 188064
Event Page: 4S: Stories After Bedtime
Tickets: $22-$25
Ticketing Page: Image source: Lila Sutra[/caption]
Inspired by Sex and the City, Sex in Singcity is an evening of open dialogue on sex, intimacy and pleasure with a panel of sexperts.
While you’re at it, you can also pick up the art of seductive strip tease…without the stripping.
And the best part of all, each entry ticket comes with a scrumptious dinner from Food Rebel and a free bubly drink from Bottles XO! Now, be a caring sister and share this with all your girlfriends.
Sex in Singcity
Date: 18 November 2016
Time: 7:00pm-9:30pm
Venue: The Hive, 59 New Bridge Road, 059405
Event Page: Sex in Singcity
Tickets: $25 (Early bird), $35 (Regular)
Ticketing Website: Image source: AFA SG[/caption]
Who said you can’t enjoy anime in real life?
Head to AFA SG and bob your head to your favourite anime theme songs, performed live by T.M Revolution, KOTOKO, Alisa Takigawa and many more over a period of 3 days!
To jazz things up even more, there will also be anime-based exhibits, activities, celebrity cosplayers, and a special Akiba stage.
Anime Festival Asia Up for an adventure of a lifetime from Haw Par Villa to Jurong West? Laughter is the best medicine and you sure can count on Ah Tang and his friends Wukong, Pigsy and Sandy to give you the best laughing therapy in town. Monkey Goes West You’ve probably seen a couple of new eateries popping up around Amoy Street. What’s a better way than partying while getting to know these new kids on the block? Set to take place on the 20th of November, Amoy St. Bloc Party will see our favourite Chinatown street transform into a festival filled with fun, food, drinks and community activities. Dine and wine with the 8 new award winning eateries – Ding Dong, boCHINChe, Employees Only, Le Binchotan, Burger Joint, Maggie Joan’s, Gemmills and Birds of a Feather. When sun sets, step into Ding Dong as the playful restaurant space is reimagined into a retro dance floor for the festival. Amoy St. Bloc Party Cocktail and ka.. WHAT? Who cares if cocktail and kaya makes an unlikely pair? House at Dempsey is putting two of our favourite things together, and whipping up something delish.
Date: 25-27 November, 2016
Time: 9:30am – 8:00pm (25& 26 Nov), 9:30am-7:00pm (27 Nov)
Venue: Suntec City 1 Raffles Boulevard, 039693
Facebook: Anime Festival Asia
Website: 7. Monkey Goes West
Date: 18 November – 17 December 2016
Venue: Drama Centre Theatre, 100 Victoria St, #05-01 National Library Building, 188064
Time: 2:30pm and 7:30pm
Ticket Price: Restricted View ($50 – $60), Standard ($45-$80)
Seating Plan: Website: Monkey Goes West Is Back This Year With More Laughs & Catchy Tunes!Eat
8. Amoy Street Bloc Party
Date: 20 November 2016 (Sunday)
Time: 3pm – 12:00am
Venue: Amoy Street
Event page: Amoy St Bloc Party
Instagram: @amoystblocparty9. A Mashed-Up Affair: When Cocktails & Kaya Clash
Collaborating with homegrown brand Kayamila, House at Dempsey will be pairing 4 of their signature cocktails and mocktails with 4 unique kaya flavours (Calamansi, Sea Salt Caramel, Vanilla, and of course, Original) from Kayamila.
It’s something very new and we say… just take my money!!
A Mashed-Up Affair: When Cocktails and Kaya Clash
Date: 17 November 2016
Time: 7:00pm-8:30pm
Venue: House at Dempsey, 8D Dempsey Road #01-03 249672
Event Page: A Mashed-Up Affair
Ticket: $60
Ticketing Website: Image source: Master Chef Dining & Bar[/caption]
And that’s why you should check out the MasterChef pop-up dining experience at Ash and Elm, InterContinental Singapore, for an unforgettable culinary adventure. No more wanting to lick the TV screen!
This gastronomical experience will feature restauranter Marco Pierre White, MasterChef Australia’s finalist Reynold Poernomo, MasterChef Asia’s Judge Audra Morrice, MasterChef USA’s winner Luca Manfe and our very own MasterChef Asia Woo Wai Leong.
This could totally be the most delicious dining experience you’ve ever had.
Master Chef Dining & Bar Always wanted to own an art piece but shrug whenever you look at the price tag? Maybe you’ll find a master piece at the Affordable Art Fair.
Date: 25 November – 9 December
Time: 12pm-3pm, 6pm-10:30pm
Venue: Ash and Elm, Level 1, Intercontinental Singapore 80 Middle Road, 188966
Website: Shop
11. Affordable Art Fair
Back for its 7th autumn edition, this leading showcase for affordable contemporary art is set to take place from 18 to 20 November at F1 Pit Building.
The fair will feature a diverse range of contemporary art priced between $100 and $15,000, with 75% of art pieces under $7,500.
Now, that sure sounds like a steal!
Affordable Art Fair
Date: 18-20 November 2016
Time: 12pm-6pm (18 Nov), 11am-8pm (19 Nov), 11am-6pm (20 Nov)
Venue: 1 Republic Boulevard, F1 Pit Building, 038795
Event page: Affordable Art Fair
Tickets: $15 (Advance sales), $18 (Door sales)
Ticketing page: Image source: Free Folk[/caption]
From handcrafted goods from local artists and designers, organic skincare products to women’s wear and even wire jewellery, this market will make you wanna take a longer lunch break.
Return to Wonderland Christmas Market
Date: 28 November – 4 December 2016
Time: 11am – 8pm
Venue: Millenia Walk, South Galleria Level 1, 9 Raffles Boulevard 039596
Event Page: Return to Wonderland Christmas Market
13. Tan Boon Liat Block Party
Singapore’s unofficial furniture and lifestyle hub, Tan Boon Liat Building, is the perfect destination for hipsters and young couples.
With 15 storeys of furniture and home accessories showrooms and lifestyle providers, this building is set to be the only place you need to shop this Christmas season! Expect interesting and unique pieces of furniture, and gourmet food.
On 26 and 27 November, 20 participating showrooms will open their doors. Enjoy design showcases and workshops, tastings, collection launches, and silent auctions. There are even $5,000 worth of prizes up for grabs!
Tan Boon Liat Block Party
Date: 26 and 27 November 2016
Time: 10AM – 7PM
Address: Tan Boon Liat Building, 315 Outram Road, Singapore 169074
With 13 fun activities to choose from, November sure is an exciting month! Drop us a comment and let us know which one you’ll be checking out.
Header Image source: Neon Lights Singapore
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ZoukOut 2016 Returns With Amazing Headliners Like Zedd, Hardwell And More!
Party people, ZoukOut 2016 details are all out! And this time round, it is going to be more exciting and electrifying, with more activities to keep you happy from dusk to dawn.
Set to take place on the 9th and 10th of December 2016, Singapore’s biggest beach festival will once again take centre stage at Siloso Beach, Sentosa.
Performers Line Up
ZoukOut 2016 has recently revealed the final artist line up and boy, it’s definitely going to be 2 days of extreme and insane music!
DAY 1 – 9 December
International Acts:
Local & Regional Acts:
DAY 2 – 10 December
International Acts:
Local & Regional Acts:
Food Village
For the very first time, ZoukOut will be featuring an all-out food village to keep you fuelled throughout the festival.
[caption id="attachment_18201" align="alignnone" width="960"] Image source: Park Bench Deli[/caption]Fill your tummy with hearty sandwiches from Park Bench Deli, fresh bowls of chirashi from Teppei Syokudo, and even zichar from Keng Eng Kee Seafood.
[caption id="attachment_18202" align="alignnone" width="750"] Image source: Decker Barbecue[/caption]We’re also super stoked to hear that some of our favourite restaurants; Bird Bird by Chef Bjorn Shen, Three Buns, Decker Barbecue, and Ramen Keisuke Tonkotsu King, will be at ZoukOut too!
Festival Fringe Activities
To snazz things up, stilt walkers from Joan Walker will be roaming around the event venue, strutting their stuff among festival goers (read: perfect Instagram moment).
Singapore Management University’s resident Afro-Brazilian percussion ensemble, Samba Masala will also be bringing their beats and vibrant rhythms to get the festival hype pumping.
ZoukOut 2016 x H&M
Want to take a piece of ZoukOut 2016 back home?
Check out the exclusive official t-shirts by ZoukOut and H&M.
[caption id="attachment_18205" align="alignnone" width="750"] Image source:
Purchase 3 Red Bull drinks and get a scratch card to win ZoukOut 2016 tickets!
We heard that the winning rates are high, so go get your Red Bull drinks now!
Promotion is only valid on TGIWs at Zouk only, in the month of November.
Ticketing Details
Tickets are selling out REAL FAST!! Day 2 VIP tickets have all been snapped up already!
Advance* ticket prices: $128 (Day 1) / $138 (Day 2) / $218 (2 Day Pass)
Door ticket prices: $148 (Day 1) / $158 (Day 2)
VIP ticket prices: $208 (Day 1) / $218 (Day 2 Sold Out)
VIP Entitlements: Priority entry, access to VIP tent, private bar, standing tables and private washrooms within VIP tent
Ticketing Website:ZoukOut
* Citibank cardholders are entitled to 10% discount on all advanced tickets
Get your tickets before it’s too late!
ZoukOut 2016 Details
Date: 9 & 10 December 2016
Time: 8pm- 4am (Day 1), 8pm – 7am (Day 2)
Venue: Siloso Beach, Sentosa
Website:ZoukOut Official
Instagram:@zoukoutofficial
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Sarnies’ New Menu Packs A Solid Punch: From Curry Pasta To Overflowing Burgers!
Oft regarded as a tranquil sanctuary for coffee buffs and Aussie grub addicts, Sarnies has bowled us over with its latest dinner menu of hearty, honest-to-goodness cuisine.
In celebration of their 6 years of serving up comfort food and specialty coffee, Chef Zak has concocted a new dinner menu with dishes packing a solid punch.
Sarnies has always placed an emphasis on providing wholesome meals made from scratch using only fresh, quality ingredients.
Their new dinner menu (served from 6pm onwards) features grass-fed beef, chicken free from any hormones or antibiotics, bacon cured in-house, and bread kneaded by hand.
Appetizers:
1. Spicy Buffalo Wings ($12)
For starters, we tried the Buffalo Wings and boy, did it awaken our raging appetites!
Less sweet and more flavourful than typical Buffalo wings, these wings packed a mouthful with their aromatic combination of spices – no fewer than 20 different spices were used.
[caption id="attachment_18049" align="alignnone" width="4320"] Dayumm, hot WILE (Wings I’d Love to Eat)[/caption]The kick of chilli was spicy enough to whet our palates just right, and to our relief, not enough to make us sweat our pores off.
The lime juice contained in the marinade added a refreshing, zesty tang to the wings, to which we give two thumbs up.
After being marinated, the wings are slow-cooked for approximately 5 hours to render the meat tender, then fried till crisp.
2. Slider trio: Grilled Haloumi, Cherry Tomatoes & Onion Jam ($13)
Their slider trio comes with a choice of Grilled Haloumi with Onion Jam & Roasted Cherry Tomatoes, or Pulled Pork with White Slaw & Homemade Barbeque Sauce.
Safe to say, we enjoyed every bite, right down to the bread buns lovingly kneaded and baked in-house daily.
The salty umami flavour of the grilled haloumi gave a boost to the rest of the ingredients, while its faint hint of milkiness gently awakened our tastebuds.
[caption id="attachment_18051" align="alignnone" width="4320"] Haloumi grilled to golden perfection[/caption]At the same time, the roasted cherry tomatoes went to work in the texture department as they burst readily with a bite, releasing juicy tomato-ey goodness in an obscenely extravagant fashion.
Alongside all that hullabaloo, the onion jam served as a great accompaniment. Ever so tart and fruity, it gave the slider a final polish before it went sliding down our throats.
Mains:
1. Blackened Grass-fed Sirloin, Colombian-style Chimichurri & Olive Oil Mash ($24.50)
We took a bite and imagined ourselves dining on green pastures roaming with cows – that’s how good it was, we’re not kidding.
Cooked to medium and artfully charred on the outside, the beef was tender with a firm bite and a clean, meaty flavour.
[caption id="attachment_18053" align="alignnone" width="698"] Look at that delectable pink centre[/caption]This was complemented by the refreshing Colombian-style chimichurri which gave the dish a refreshing twist.
Beneath the sirloin steak, lay a bed of silky smooth mash decadently flavoured with truffle oil – talk about hidden treasures, now you’ll get to taste it too.
2. Southern Indian Style Hand-Cut Pappardelle with Prawns, Coconut Milk & Curry Leaves ($19.50)
This was, in short, the best part of our night!
The broad, flat pasta noodles were hand-made and hand-cut by the chef himself, cooked to al dente perfection with a lovely springy bite.
Tossed in a generous amount of creamy coconut sauce, its bold curry fragrance hit us from across the café.
[caption id="attachment_18054" align="alignnone" width="698"] Golden af, my eyes hurt but my mouth waters[/caption]Aromatic curry leaves were sprinkled atop the pasta to complete the picture of perfection.
We would love to say that it was delicious, but that wouldn’t do it sufficient justice.
3. Texas Style Burger with Overnight Smoked Brisket, White Slaw, Dijon, Gherkins, BBQ Sauce & Hand Cut Wedges ($26.50)
The best burgers are those overflowing with messy goodness and outrageously ridiculous proportions, as this one has taught us.
It gave new meaning to the phrase “a tall order”, as it was so chock full of smoked beef strips and creamy slaw that we couldn’t get it into our mouths all at once.
[caption id="attachment_18056" align="alignnone" width="4320"] More stacked than you, bro[/caption]The beef brisket was tender and finely-sliced, with a prominent smoky aroma it had acquired from being thoroughly infused with fragrant woodsmoke.
Paired with a soft burger bun freshly kneaded and baked that very day, there was absolutely nothing to gripe about.
For potato and truffle lovers, the burger comes with hand-cut wedges and a velvety truffle dip to pacify your cravings.
Dessert:
Churros with Salted Caramel & Chocolate Sauce ($10)
Crisp on the outside and doughy soft on the inside, this is exactly what we call good churros, no?
The dark chocolate sauce magically transformed the sweet choux pastry into a wand of bittersweet devilry.
Our personal favourite was the combination of the churros and the salted caramel sauce. The latter was ooey, gooey and very much like a more buttery version of melted toffee.
We went away utterly convinced that some friendships are meant to be. Crispy, fluffy churros and rich sticky caramel are gonna be BFFs for life.
Our ambassador, Valerie, visited Sarnies too! Here’s her experience:
https://www.instagram.com/p/BMi7Z5_goTs/?taken-by=cheeriosvalerie
By night’s end, we wound up with delicious grubby fingers, food-full bellies, and our belts two notches looser. If you’re keen on wholesome eating which tastes as good as sin, come grab some grub at Sarnies!
Sarnies
Address: 136 Telok Ayer Street, Singapore 068601
Tel: 6224 6091
Operating hours:
Monday & Tuesday – 7.30am to 10.30pm
Wednesday to Friday – 7.30am to midnight
Weekends – 8.30am to 4pm
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GoroGoro Offers Up SUPER Affordable Korean Steamboat In The Heart Of The City
Korean cuisine is possibly one of Singapore’s favourite international dishes to indulge in. In recent years, Korean bbq restaurants have been popping up all over Singapore! But it’s pretty rare to find a restaurant in Singapore offering up Korean steamboat! Good news for you guys, GoroGoro is one Korean eatery offering up some mouthwatering Korean steamboat!
GoroGoro
[caption id="attachment_17970" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Faithjoyhope.blogspot.sg[/caption]Offering up Korean steamboat and Korean buffet, GoroGoro has everything a hungry stomach needs!
Named after that particular sound your empty stomach gives off right before lunch and dinner, GoroGoro is located at Orchard Gateway, right in the heart of the city!
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Kimberley headed down to GoroGoro to have a taste of their delicious steamboat, fresh offerings of meat and their large variety of cooked Korean dishes!
So if you’re looking for a spot to indulge in Korean steamboat right in the heart of the city without burning a hole in your pocket, GoroGoro is the place to fill that empty tummy!
For more information, check out GoroGoro’s Official Facebook Page!
GoroGoro Steamboat & Korean Buffet
#04-01, Orchard Gateway
218 Orchard Road, S238851
Opening Hours: 11.30am – 3pm, 5pm – 10.30pm
Contact: 6385 7854
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9 Places With Wholesome Good Food That Will Inspire You To Eat Clean!
They say that you are what you eat. But, how many of us can keep eating healthy food, terrible vegetables, and plain food? Healthy eating seems like a tough choice. However, we’re here to prove that you can eat clean.
What if we tell you that incorporating a mindful diet need not be that boring after all? We’ve found some scrumptious and clean food from all over Singapore! You will get to eat clean and appreciate wholesome natural food. Let’s get hungry!
1. Joe & the Juice’s Breakfast Club
Danish-Scandinavian inspired destination coffee and juice bar, Joe & the Juice, has become a cult favourite in 70 cities across Europe, New York, Nice, Reykjavik and South Korea.
Now available in Singapore, we too, get to enjoy an amazing combination of taste and nutrition in a cafe environment that is inviting and full of inspiration.
The menu at Joe & the Juice is designed to offer delectable alternatives to quick-fix meal options, so you can eat clean.
Our recommendation – the Breakfast Club is a cup of acai, strawberry, banana and almond milk blend topped with granola. High in protein, vitamin and full of the goodness of whole foods, this meal in a cup is bound to satisfy both the tummy and your taste buds.
Joe & The Juice
Website
Chevron House: 30 Raffles Place, #01-35A, Singapore (039803)
Opening hours:
Monday to Friday: 8am – 8pm
Saturday: 11am – 3pm
Quayside Isle: 31 Ocean Way, Sentosa Cove #01-09, Singapore (098375)
Opening hours:
Monday to Tuesday: 8am – 8pm
Wednesday: 9am – 8pm
Thursday to Sunday: 8am – 8pm
Wisma Atria: 435 Orchard Road, #B1-56 to 59, Singapore (238877)
Opening hours:
Monday to Friday: 8am – 10pm
Saturday to Sunday: 10am – 10pm
2. Haakon Superfoods and Juice’s Acai Bowls
Haakon Superfoods and Juice got their inspiration from the Scandinavian style of healthy living.
[caption id="attachment_17208" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Credit: Haakon[/caption]Believing in nourishing the body with a well-balanced diet, they have craved out a menu that includes a variety of superfood smoothies, freshly pressed juices and not forgetting our favourite – the acai bowl.
[caption id="attachment_17209" align="alignnone" width="1600"] Credit: Yellowfingers[/caption]Originating from Brazil, the acai bowl has made its way to Haakon Superfoods and Juice.
Haakon’s Classic Acai Bowl consists of an organic acai blend base and is topped with coconut flakes, banana, strawberries and blueberries.
If you are looking for an authentic Brazilian experience, try the Original Rio Bowl. The organic acai and banana blend is toped with coconut, pitaya and cocoa nibs.
They are perfect as your post-workout treat.
Haakon Superfoods and Juice
Address: 118 Holland Ave, #01-03 Raffles Holland V, Singapore 278997
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday, 8am to 10pm
Price: $7.90 – $12.90 for the acai bowls
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It offers a laid-back and relaxing environment, so you might want to visit if you need some mindfulness from your busy life.
[caption id="attachment_17217" align="alignnone" width="930"] Credit: Honeycombers[/caption]Something to suit the local palette – their quinoa goreng is definitely a dish that is lighter and healthier than the traditional nasi goreng.
What an interesting choice of grain to substitute the Jasmine rice that is used in the usual nasi goreng.
Red Baron
Address: Gillman Barracks, 45 Malan Road, Singapore 109455
Opening Hours:
Closed on Mondays
Tuesday – Wednesday, Sunday, 11am to 6pm
Thursday to Saturday, 11am to 10pm
Price: $16
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So, believe us when we say this is good stuff. They believe that people deserve to feed themselves better, and with fuss-free nutrition. No diets, no counting calories, just good and wholesome food so you can eat clean.
[caption id="attachment_17213" align="alignnone" width="960"] Credit: Burpple[/caption]As interesting as these two words – Poke Bowl – might sound, it is essentially a raw fish salad.
At A Poke Theory, they serve fresh, marinated cuts of salmon and tuna with a base of either their Signature Sushi Rice, brown rice, lemon herb quinoa or romaine lettuce. It is then topped off with a mix of toppings such as avocadoes, roasted cashews and furikake.
Finally, a salad that isn’t boring.
A Poke Theory You can see from the generous amount of food in each bento – they are sure to fill you up until your next meal. Their Chicken Breast Sausage & Protein Waffle Toast that comes with oozing melted mozzarella cheese from their brunch menu is only 367 calories. What are you waiting for? Lean Bento With 5 outlets in the CBD area, they are the perfect choice for those who’d like to eat clean and good food. What got our attention though, is their offering of soba salads with interesting Japanese inspired dressings like yuzu, teriyaki and sesame. Here’s a meatless soba salad with sesame sauce and wakame. So light and refreshing, your body will thank you for it! WHEAT Baumkuchen A little cafe located in the Telok Ayer district, Sarnies serves up some pretty mean sandwiches. But what really caught our attention was the Cocowhip. It’s like a froyo, but not so much like one. Made with only coconut water, vegan stabilisers and organic bio-fermented coconut, this frozen dessert is vegan, gluten and dairy free. Try their Cocowhip Breakfast Bowl. It’s creamy and delicious Cocowhip topped with a fruit salad and a medley of nuts & gogi berries. We won’t say no to healthy and delicious “ice-cream”. Sarnies Each of these bowls have been concocted with goodness in mind so you can indulge in them without feeling guilty. Sprout offers a range of salads, incorporating flavours from different cuisines. The Korean Chicken Bowl consists of chicken breast meat that was marinated with kimchi and accompanied with shiitake mushrooms, carrots, Japanese cucumber, and a soft boiled egg. Sprout Looking for a quick fix with quality, wholesome food during your lunch hour? Grain Traders is the place. Ken Yuktasevi, one of the founders of Grain Traders, wanted a space for people to be able to spend that time in the best way possible by feeding themselves right, catching up with people, and simply taking a break from the daily grind. They can do all these at Grain Traders, where they will feel that they’re being taken care of. You can build-your-own-bowl at Grain Traders! Choose from a selection of grains – brown rice, bulgur wheat, soba noodles, to name a few, and top it up from there. Select your veggies, proteins and sauces. There, your bowl of wholesome goodness. Grain Traders Think you might have heard it all when it comes to whacky ice cream flavours? Think again! These ice cream parlours have managed to come up with unbelievably innovative and creative renditions of ice cream flavours. Here are some truly out-of-this-world ice cream flavours that you can find in Singapore. Question is – are you game to try them all? It is literally Oh My Bacon! with this extremely unconventional ice cream flavour – Bacon ice cream! There is no denying that we love our traditional pineapple tarts during the Chinese New Year. [caption id="attachment_17708" align="aligncenter" width="434"] Credit: 3. Soya Ginger – Tom’s Palette
In an attempt to recreate our locally-loved soya beancurd, Tom’s Palette has come up with a unique concoction – the Soya Ginger ice cream! Topped with gula melaka ginger sauce, this soy beancurd ice cream flavour is surprisingly wholesome and addictive. Tom’s Palette It seems like the traditional Chendol dessert has taken a slightly different dessert form – as an ice cream flavour! It is bread spread-turned-ice cream flavour with this oKAYAlah ice cream from The Daily Scoop! Inspired by our local food flavours, this is essentially a kaya-flavoured ice cream with its strong flavour brought out by the richness of the eggs and coconut. [caption id="attachment_17727" align="aligncenter" width="3264"] Credit: jiaksimipng.wordpress.com[/caption]
With a great consistency almost like a kaya spread itself, it might very well tempt you to replace the typical breakfast bread spread with this delectable ice cream instead! The Daily Scoop FATCAT Ice Cream Bar has certainly raised the bar on the all-familiar matcha ice cream – by sprinkling some sea salt and swirling in some Azuki red beans. [caption id="attachment_17724" align="aligncenter" width="1080"] Credit: Instagram @fatcatsag[/caption]
The end result? A unique blend of green tea flavour with just a tinge of saltiness! FATCAT Ice Cream Bar Seriously? Miso Gula Melaka?! [caption id="attachment_17725" align="aligncenter" width="640"] Credit: There are no limits to one’s creativity when it comes to new ice cream flavours. With so many exotic and unusual ice cream flavours popping up all over Singapore, you absolutely HAVE to try them to believe it! (Header image credit: Eyescream And Friends: Shaved Ice GELATO That’s Super Cute, All Natural, And More! Heads up, fellow Korean BBQ lovers, for we have some good news for you! The ever-popular E!GHT Korean BBQ has just opened its second outlet at Shaw Centre with a bigger and juicier menu to boot. Good things should be shared, and after a delectable experience at E!GHT’s flagship outlet at Clark Quay, we just can’t wait to tell you more about our experience. Here’s why E!GHT Korean BBQ ought to be on your to-eat list: With the restaurant named after this dish, the 8 Colours Set is without doubt, the pride and joy of E!GHT Korean BBQ. As its name suggests, you’ll be able to savour 8 mouth-watering strips of pork belly, all marinated in 8 different flavours. The list of flavours to expect, in the recommended order of tasting are: wine, original, garlic, herb, curry, miso, red pepper paste, and finally kalbi. Included in the set are some side dishes (such as kimchi) as well as seafood bean paste stew. How’s that for a fulfilling meal? The proper and oh-so-good way to eat Korean BBQ: wrap the meat inside a lettuce leaf, add kimchi and sauce, and stuff it all into your mouth! Here’s the seafood bean paste stew that comes with the set! The 8 Colours Set costs $98, and serves 3-4 people. If you’re looking for something less filling, you could also go for smaller sets such as the Flower Pork Set ($68) or the 4 Colours Set ($58). As with the 8 Colours Set, all of these sets come with side dishes and seafood bean paste stew. If you’re wondering why the meat appears to be slightly pricey, it’s because all of these sets feature Mangalitsa pork, a top-grade Hungarian variety. We can vouch for its quality – it is incredibly juicy and tender. In fact, Mangalitsa is said to be the “Kobe beef” of pork! Apparently, it is lower in cholesterol, and possesses higher levels of zinc and iron as compared to other types of pork. You’re definitely getting your money’s worth here. If you’d like more than just BBQ pork, don’t worry, because the restaurant serves other dishes too! From Beef Bulgogi Bibimbap ($18) to Kimchi Fried Rice ($8) and Seafood Pancake ($20), there’s definitely enough variety for you to complete your meal as you wish. Those who’re on a tighter budget can also consider the weekday set lunches and specials -rice and stew sets from $8. One of the comfort foods of Korean cuisine – Kimchi fried rice! As any Korean will know, no Korean BBQ meal is complete without some good alcohol. Keeping in line with this practice, E!GHT Korean BBQ offers a great selection of drinks on its menu as well. While standard fare such as beer and soju can be found on the drinks menu, the highlight we feel has definitely got to be their flavoured makgeoli (fermented Korean rice wine), all of which are brewed in-house. Diners can choose from several flavours, such as the new Organic Honey Makgeolli ($35), as well as the Yucha Makgeolli ($35), Passionfruit Makgeolli ($35) and Joo Brew ($28). We particularly liked the Yucha Makgeolli since it was so refreshing, with the right amount of sweetness – definitely the perfect complement to a savoury meal! With a seating capacity of 80, the new outlet at Shaw Centre looks to be just as spacious – if not even more so – than its Clark Quay counterpart. [= The place is large and spacious – no worries about bringing a large group of friends here then! You can also expect full service at E!GHT, where staff will prepare all the food for you. All you really need to do is eat. Perhaps the most attractive point of all – besides the food – would be the restaurant’s effective ventilation system, which guarantees that you’ll leave the place without smelling like BBQ for the rest of the day. How awesome is that? Sounds delectable, doesn’t it? Now that you know what lies in store for you, all that’s left to do is to head to town and satisfy your carvings! Best of all, both outlets are centrally located and easily accessible, which means they are convenient for everyone. Bon appétit! E!GHT Korean BBQ Unless otherwise stated, image credits: E!ght Korean BBQ. This was an invited tasting session. Also, read Korea Town In Singapore? Satisfy All Your Kimchi Cravings Near Beauty World MRT! If any of you were disappointed by the closure of Fukuichi Dining at TripleOne Somserset, you’ll be relieved to know that Kyoaji Dining is helmed by the same team. Executive Chef John Phua, with over 30 years of experience in Japanese cuisine, continues to wow our taste buds with a thoughtfully conceived menu featuring familiar and well-loved dishes! The rebranded name “Kyoaji” literally translates to “A taste of Kyoto”. Situated on the 4th level of the newly revamped wing of Centrepoint, Kyoaji Dining promises to serve authentic Japanese fare at reasonable prices. Read on for our experience! A unique spin on the traditional chawanmushi, the Kani Tofu (tamago with tofu) is topped with a decadent layer of century egg puree with juicy crab meat! The cold handmade tofu is incredibly silky while the liberally sprinkled Tobikko packs a subtle crunch with each bite. Crab Meat Bean Curd ($6) Tired of the usual salmon aburi maki dominating the menu in almost every Japanese restaurant? We have here a beautifully presented seared white tuna roll topped with Tobikko and green caviar. We would aburi everything if we had it our way! Nice and smoky, each thick slice of tuna, wrapped around a california roll base, was fully savoured. Seared White Tuna Roll ($22) If you thought that Japanese food automatically translates into Insta-worthy captures, the Caterpillar Maki is a great example. The avocado slices give the illusion of a caterpillar coming to life – it even has eyes (made of Tako) to boot! On a low carb diet? This maki is made without rice. Pop each little segment of the caterpillar body in your mouth and be overwhelmed from the freshness of each light bite. Avocado roll ($20) If you’re a fan of almonds, this dish might just hit the spot! Here’s an ebi tempura with extra crunch and flavour. Each tempura is generously coated with sliced almonds and deep-fried to perfection. We liked how the nutty profile complemented the sweeetness of the prawns. The batter coating was not too thick too! Deep Fried Prawns with Almonds ($15) This is one of Chef’s Phua’s signature creations. A whole eggplant is sliced and stuffed to the brim with a seafood lover’s dream. The fresh scallop and prawns are coated with a thick, savoury base braised with Japanese soya sauce, mirin and sake. Expect to pick up light notes of yuzu as well. This is one said to be one of their top signature dishes. A must-try! Egg Plant with Seafood ($25) Kyoaji Dining sure knows how to get their chawanmushi right- They have an entire menu page dedicated to this particular dish. This silky steamed egg custard is layered with foie gras liver sauce and cubes (an elevated version of the common chawanmushi) stole the show. The liver sauce tasted almost caramalized and gave the chawanmushi a lot more depth in flavour. The foie gras cubes were oh so sinful, but extremely satisfying. Goose Liver Steamed Egg ($25) If you were a fan of Fukuichi Dining, expect to find your favourite Japanese dishes resurrected at Kyoaji Dining. Have a look at their set lunches, they are affordably priced as well! To celebrate the opening of their new restaurant, you can enjoy 15% of your total bill, valid till 30th November so head on down soon! We know, good news and great food have to be shared. This was an invited food tasting session. Kyoaji Dining Also, read New Hangout Spot, Chip Bee Gardens, Is Where All The Cool Things Are
Address: 27 Boon Tat Street, Singapore 06962
Opening Hours:
Weekdays – 11am to 8pm
Weekends – 11am to 4pm
Closed on Sundays
Price: Varies depending on your order
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Address: 43 Holland Drive, Singapore 270043
Opening Hours:
Weekdays, 8am to 8pm
Weekends and Public Holidays, 9 am to 2pm
Price: From $9.95
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Address:
One Raffles Place B1-32
Asia Square Tower 1, 8 Marina View, #02-02.
International Plaza, #01-19.
Raffles City, #B1-78.
Republic Plaza #B1-08
Click here for opening hours
Price: Varies depending on your order
Facebook7. Sarnies’ CocoWhip
Address: 136 Telok Ayer Street, Singapore 068601
Opening Hours:
Monday – Tuesday, 7:30am to 10:30pm
Wednesday to Friday, 7:30 am to 12am
Saturday to Sunday, 8:30am to 4pm
Price: $10
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Address: 41 Duxton Road, Singapore 089505
Opening Hours:
Weekdays, 10am-8.30pm
Saturday, 11am-7pm
Price: $18.90
9. Grain Traders’ Build-Your-Own-Bowl
Address: CapitaGreen Building, #01-01/02/03, 138 Market Street, Singapore 048946
Opening Hours: Mon-Fri: 8AM-8PM
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1. Bacon Ice Cream – Oh My Bacon
2. Pineapple Tart – Island Creamery
Address: 100 Beach Rd ,#01-25 Shaw Tower, Singapore 189702
Operating hours: Mon-Thu 12nn – 9.30pm, Fri-Sat 12nn – 10pm, Sun 1pm – 7pm (Closed every last Sunday of the month)
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Address: 43 Jalan Merah Saga, #01-78 Chip Bee Gardens, Singapore 278115
Operating hours: Mon – Thu 11am – 10pm, Fri – Sat 11am – 10.30pm, Sun 2pm – 10pm
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8. Sea Salt Matcha – FATCAT Ice Cream Bar
Address: Blk 416 Bedok North Avenue 2, #01-25, Singapore 460416
Operating hours: Mon, Wed – Thu 1pm – 10pm, Fri 1pm – 11pm, Sat 12nn – 11pm, Sun, 12nn – 10pm (Closed on Tuesdays)
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Operating hours: Sun – Thu 11am – 1opm, Fri – Sat 11am – 11pm
Website10. Miso Gula Melaka – Seriously Ice Cream
8 Korean BBQ: For Premium Pork Belly That Will Leave You Begging For More!
E!GHT’s Signature 8 Colours Set
More than just pork
Some house brew, anyone?
Full service amidst a comfortable setting
So there you have it!
Address:
1 Scotts Road, Shaw Centre, #04-20/21, Singapore 228208
6 Eu Tong Sen Street, The Central, #02-79/90
Opening hours:
Mon – Fri: 11:30AM – 14:30, 17:30 – 22:30
Sat & Sun: 11:30 – 22:30
Tel: 90189212
For more information, check out E!IGHT Korean BBQ’s Official Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/8koreanbbqshawKyoaji Dining: Affordable & Exquisite Japanese Food With A Surprising Twist!
1) Kani Tofu
2) Shio Maguro Aburi Maki
3) Caterpillar Maki
4) Ebi Almond Tempura
5) Fukiyose Beinsu
6) Fagura Chawan Mushi
Address: 176 Orchard Road #04-17/18 The Centrepoint
Opening hours:
For lunch, Monday – Friday: 11.30 am-3pm (last order at 2.30pm)
For dinner, 5.30pm – 10.30pm (last order at 10pm)
Sat, Sun & PH: 11.30am – 10.30pm (last order at 10pm)
Website: Facebook, Instagram