Catalunya The Fullerton – One Of S’pore’s Most Romantic Restaurant In A Glass-Encased Dome

Booking a place at Catalunya, one of the most scenic restaurants right at the heart of the Singapore bay, proved to be quite a challenge for my other half, as he had waited precisely 1 month before 14th of Feb to place a booking with them. Given the importance of this date, it came as no surprise when this romantic spot was quickly snatched up by couples looking to whet both their visual and gastronomical appetite.

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Stepping foot into the slightly dimmed setting immediately puts us in a romantic trance. I was also handed a stalk of lovely rose by two lovely ladies who greeted us by the entrance. We reached at slightly over 6:30pm, the time where the sun was just about to set. The ceiling-to-floor windows guided the sunlight gently into the room, giving the restaurant a majestic feel. The ambiance at Catalunya couldn’t have been more perfect!

We were guided to our seat by a friendly waitress who then introduced the Valentines dinner course meal to us. We were also promptly informed by her that there was a minimum charge of SGD120 per person for that night. The dinner course was designed with 3 Tapas, a starter, a choice of 2 main course, and finally a dessert. As the dinner was only slightly over SGD90 per person, we opted for 1 more Tapas and 2 mocktails to make up the SGD120.

The first Tapas that came – lobster meat wrapped with avocado, topped with dollops of salmon roe – was all my favourites wrapped in one dish. I wasn’t a huge fan of avocado, but it provided that tinge of sweetness to the lobster meat that gently unfolds while I was chewing it.

 

The waitress did not wait for our stomach to settle before bringing in the next 3 tapas: Jaman iberico, Tomato bruschetta, and the yummy mushroom croquets! The jaman iberico was pretty close to the one that my boyfriend had while he was on training in Spain, and when it came, he spared no time in making sure I immediately savour it together with the tomato bruschetta. The saltiness of the jaman iberico blends well with the juicy tomatoes as they melt gently in my mouth.

For the choice of 2 mains, my boyfriend opted for the charcoal grilled beef ribeye, cooked to medium-rare, while I opted for the poached sea bass. The ribeye was juicy, and a match with the mushroom sides. Unfortunately, the ribeye was a tad too charred for my boyfriend’s liking, given that the ribeye was grilled with charcoal. For my sea bass, the choice of SalsaVerde as the dressing turns out to be a wonderful surprise, as I was known as someone who does not appreciate greens in my food.

As we were enjoying our tapas and mains, we were also served our mocktails by the attentive waitress. The drinks menu were spoilt with choices for alcoholics, despite it only having 2 mocktails for us to choose from. I chose the refreshing “Singapore Breeze” (a blend of passionfruit, apple, honey and lime), while my boyfriend had no choice but to go with the “Co-cooler” (a blend of cucumber, mint, apple, and jasmine tea). Singapore Breeze is an aptly given name, with the ingredients truly being gentle on my throat. The Co-cooler is also a well deserved name with the minty feeling that was left on my tongue long after I had sipped the drink.

Finally came the dessert – the chocolate fondue. Dark chocolate was not my fanfare, although it was definitely my boyfriend’s favourite.

I ended up giving him a portion of my share as he was known to love the bitter-sweet that dark chocolates offer. Nonetheless, the dessert served as a nice wrap-up to our romantic and gastronomic getaway at Catalunya, and we would surely visit again.

Food, Booze, and Chill Vibes: 4 Can’t-Miss Parties This March

March is set to be an awesome month with hipster street parties, great food, and plenty of booze (read on for how to score some free beer). Grab your best buds, here are the parties that you shouldn’t miss!

1. Juan Night in Bangkok (2 March)

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A collaboration between the chicken-centric Thai eatery Bird Bird, and the casual Mexican snack bar, Hombre Catina, this Thai-Maxican mashup will be happening at Boat Quay for one night only on 2nd March.

Look forward to mouth-watering treats like the Tarmarind Chili Margaritas, Som Tum Carnitas Tacos, and Duck Grapow Nacho Supreme that’ll only be available during that night!

@Hombre Catina, from 7pm till sold out (no reservations). 

2. The Great Singapore Jerk Off Part 2 (19 March)

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Vote for your favourite Jamaican-style BBQ chicken sauce at the second jerk off event happening this March. Hosted by the Singapore Dub Club, the BBQ pits will be out, and so will the sound system- expect ska, reggae, and dancehall beats livening up the street as the chicken marinade experts battle it out.

@Red Baron, from 2pm onwards. Tickets here.

3. Rail Collidoscope (19 March)

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Brought to you by Noise Singapore and LushLovesLocal, don’t miss the Rail Corridor Art Space‘s last fiesta before it temporarily closes for piping works.

Food, drinks, DJs, and live street art, what’s not to like about this party? Details are scant at the moment, but keep an eye out for more updates on their Facebook events page.

@Rail Corridor Art Space, free admission.

Also read: The Music Run That Lets You Party, Run, And Choose The Soundtrack At The Same Time

4. St. Patrick’s Day Parade (19-20 March)

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Grab a pint of Guinness and dress in something green. This year’s street festival will feature a parade by the Singapore River, and live music till late for you and your crew to party on!

More importantly, here’s what you’ve been waiting for: free booze. Send an SMS with your Name<SPACE>NRIC to 8151-5555, and successful applications will receive an SMS notification to redeem your free pint of Guinness Draught. You can redeem your beer from this list of participating bars, from 1-20 March.

@Singapore River, Circular Road, free admission.

Which party will you be attending? Let us know in the comments below!

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7 Sumptuous Western Food Places Around Orchard Road That Are Surprisingly Affordable!

Dispelling the myth that food in Orchard Road is expensive and overpriced, we’re back with Part II of our three-part series! This time, we’re featuring 7 Sumptuous Western Food Places Around Orchard Road For Cheap so read on to check out our picks.

Read Part I of our series here: 

2. Astons Specialities

Astons should be no stranger to us all! A popular haunt for both students and adults alike, Astons prides itself in offering quality food at affordable prices.

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If you only have $10 to spend, choose from their six styles of grilled chicken- ChargrillBlack PepperCrispy FriedHickory BBQTeriyaki, and Lemon Lime. Each piece comes served with two side dishes of your choice, and the damage is a mere $9.90.

Their spaghetti meals, which includes the soup of the day, range between $8.90 and $9.90, and fish (served with two side dishes as well) costs $10.50.

Astons Specialities
#03-04 *Scape
Daily: 11:30am – 10pm

3. 49 Seats

Did Tom Yum Pasta come to your mind when you saw this cafe’s name on our list?

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Following its success at Kreta Ayer, 49 Seats opened its second outlet at Orchard Central last year. Try their signature Tom Yum Seafood Pasta ($14.90) or Old Fashioned Fish & Chips with Al Scampi Sauce ($16.90).

Their Creamy Smoked Duck Pasta ($14.90) has also received good reviews! Other pasta dishes range from $10.90 to $13.90, and good ol’ Fish and Chips goes for $12.90.

On a side note, no, the cafe does not have 49 seats.

49 Seats
#08-08 Orchard Central
Mon-Fri: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 5.30pm – 10pm
Sat-Sun: 11am – 10pm

4. Hot Tomato

Hot Tomato is a specialised grill house famed for offering good and filling meals.

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A plate of Carbonara or Smoked Bacon Aglio Olio will set you back $9.90. So does a dish of Rotisserie Chicken Rosemary, which comes with a side of mashed potatoes.

Their grilled menu promises you the most bang for your buck, with a green salad and a portion of spaghetti aglio olio served on the side. Your options vary from Teriyaki Chicken Chop ($8.90) to Sirloin Steak 160gsm ($11.90) and Norwegian Salmon with Mango Salsa ($11.90).

Hot Tomato
#B3-35/36 313@Somerset
Daily: 11am-10pm

5. Ambush Sausage and Pasta Bar

A casual dining establishment, Ambush serves up hearty European fare.

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They have a scrumptious selection of pasta including Smoked Duck & Pine Nut in Cream Sauce ($10.80), Salmon Fillet in Thai Basil Sauce ($11.80), and Mixed Seafood Marinara ($11.80).

For meat-lovers, get their Sausage Plate ($11.50), which gives you a pair of sausages of your choice, and a side of mashed potatoes, rosti, or pasta. Paella, which starts from $12.50, is also available here.

Ambush
#B2-01/2/4 Takashimaya
Daily: 10am-9.30pm

6. Eighteen Chefs

With an entire meal- pasta or baked rice, ice lemon tea, and ice cream- going at a mere $6.40 for students, it is no wonder that Eighteen Chefs is a hot favourite among the school-going population. Even if you don’t belong to that demographic, fret not there’s still something for you.

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How does Beef Bolognese ($8.30), Aglio Olio with Cheese Baked Mussels ($12.80), or Teriyaki Chicken ($11.80) sound? Should you want to customise your own dish, prices start from $7.80.

Eighteen Chefs
#04-02 Cineleisure Orchard
Sun-Thu: 11:30am – 10:30pm
Fri, Sat: 11:30 am – 1:00am

 7. Fisherios

More Fish and Chips! Fisherios offers fuss-free dining at a kiosk for cheap. You can definitely find something here for under $10!

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Choose from Breaded Fish & Chips ($6.90), Beer Battered Fish & Chips ($7.90), Salmon & Chips ($9.90), and even Shrimp & Chips ($8.90). If you don’t fancy your fish fried, there’s a grilled menu as well.

Fisherios
#B2-0404 Takashimaya
Daily: 10am-9.30pm

Stay tuned for Part III where we uncover more affordable places to eat around Orchard Road!

Read Part I of our series here: 

8 Best Places In Singapore With Pizzas That Look And Taste Like Heaven!

Everyone loves pizza. They’re perfect for sharing, and even more so when you ditch fork and knife and just dive into those stringy, cheese-covered slices of heaven.

Here’s the low-down on the best pizza places in Singapore.

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30 Boat Quay
Blk 833 #01-02/03 Royalville Bukit Timah
77 Upper East Coast Road #01-01/02
Tel: 6532 6283/ 6469 4920/ 6241 5560
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This pizzeria serves impressive, 21-inch pizzas (yes, bigger than a face) for S$55. It is enough to feed a group of six. The fun is in getting to mix-and-match up to four toppings per pizza.

We’re quite taken with Diavola (good ol’ peperoni), as well as Pancetta (cured bacon, sliced tomatoes and egg). With five outlets across Singapore, it won’t be difficult accessing one – although three of them are along Bukit Timah Road itself.

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6. Supply and Demand

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This pizzeria describes itself as an Italian-Southeast Asian Bistro, but little about it seems fusion: its pizzas (S$20 for a 9-inch) are very much Italian, apart from the fact that they top them with ingredients like potato chunks.

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If you’re a fan of all things truffle, try the Tartufo E Uovo – a combination of black truffle paste, mozzarella, rocket leaves and its crowning glory: a soft egg, drizzled with truffle oil.

Address:
8 Raffles Ave, 039802
Tel: 6336 0588

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8. Bella Pizza

It’s no secret that this eatery serves excellent pizzas. While the smoked salmon craze was long overtaken by other food fads (think salted egg yolk croissants), Bella Pizza’s Pizza Salmone (S$22) still works up a treat with mozzarella, smoked salmon, mascarpone cheese and fresh spinach.

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Address:
30 Robertson Quay, #01-14 Riverside View
Tel: 6734 0139

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Ramen Your Way To Gastronomic Heaven – Japan’s Best Ramen Store Opens In Singapore!

With 40 stores in Japan, Menya Takeichi is a proven ramen success. Ever since it was featured on Japanese food TV shows in 2012, the queues have not stopped.

Often lauded as Tokyo’s best ramen chain, Menya Takeichi has just opened its first outlet in Singapore at Suntec City’s Eat@7. This is the fifth offering at Suntec City’s Japanese concept dining enclave, Sky Garden. With the new outlet, you can now eat to your heart’s content and enjoy the views of the civic and cultural district, and Fountain of Wealth from the Sky Garden.

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Menya Takeichi’s signature dish is the famous Chicken Paitan Broth Ramen, consisting of long chewy noodles and chicken meat topped with secret sauce under a wholesome pool of collagen-rich soup made by simmering fresh chicken. Here’s how the popular ramen looks like:

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At S$15.50 for a generous bowl, customers can add a side dish at S$3.50 to complement their ramen.

To sweeten the deal, customers can also adjust the taste and thickness of their soup by adding complimentary clear soup made of bonito flakes. At prices like these for the proclaimed best ramen in Tokyo, Japan, it’s worth the visit.

As for us, we’ll definitely be heading down to grab bowls for ourselves, so hopefully you will catch us there!

Be prepared for a queue!

9 Best Dim Sum Places In Singapore That You Won’t Feel Guilty Splurging On!

Dim Sum is a style of Cantonese cuisine where bite-size portions of food is traditionally served in small steamer baskets. There are heaps of Dim Sum stores that have popped up around our island, widening our choice of options for this specific cuisine. To simplify your job of choosing, here’s a list of the 9 Best Places for Dim Sum in Singapore.

1. Tak Po

Located 5 minutes away from convenient Chinatown MRT Station, Tak Po features Hong Kong dim sum and homestyle Cantonese cuisine at affordable prices. Their porridge has a very smooth texture to it, and they are absolutely not stingy with the toppings. A budget of $20 will well fill your tummy’s needs.

Tak Po
42 Smith Street, Singapore 058954
Daily: 0700 – 2230

2. Yan Ting

A Cantonese restaurant located at the 6-Star St. Regis Hotel, Yan Ting is famously notable for its Weekend Dim Sum Buffet. At $98++ per person (or $138++ for an alcoholic option), dining here will leave you brimming with options ranging from high caliber dim sum to comforting Cantonese favorites. Yan Ting promises to not disappoint. Food here is also served at a swift speed to ensure you’ll never have to wait long. Do remember to make your reservation in advance to avoid disappointments!

Yan Ting
The St. Regis Singapore, Level 1U, 29 Tanglin Road, Singapore 247911
Daily: 1200 – 1430 (Lunch) and 1830 – 2230 (Dinner)

3. Hua Nam

A store that features a quaint and rustic atmosphere is Hua Nam, a traditional store selling cheap and delicious Dim Sum. They offer the usual dim sum dishes like Har Gao and Siew Mai, all of which are worth the price you pay. Besides offering dim sum, Hua Nam also sells Tze Char, offering a variety of options for all its customers.

Hua Nam
244 Upper Thomson Road, Singapore 574369
Daily: 0700 – 0000

4. Red Star

As one of the pioneer Dim Sum restaurants here in Singapore, Red Star serves up some extremely delicious dim sum in an authentic setting. The concept is highly similar to Hong Kong Dim Sum halls, where waitresses serve food by pushing around old fashion carts. When you’re there, do try their Char Siew Sou – a chinese delicacy with a buttery and flaky crust filled with a moist Char Siew center. The restaurant does not accept reservations, so remember to arrive early to avoid their famously long snaking queues!

Red Star
Block 54, China Swee Road #07-23, Singapore 160054
Monday to Saturday: 0800 – 1500 (Lunch) and 1800 – 2200 (Dinner)
Sunday: 0700 – 1500 (Lunch) and 1800 – 2200 (Dinner)

5. Victor’s Kitchen

Victor’s Kitchen should be a very familiar name to all Liu Sha Bao (custard bun) lovers out there, as the restaurant constantly tops food lists for offering one of the best Liu Sha Bao in Singapore. Their other dishes such as the Carrot Cake With XO Sauce and Victor’s King Prawn Dumplings are pretty delicious as well! The atmosphere closely resembles the small and cozy Hong Kong dim sum eateries, which comes as no surprise since the head chef himself hails from the land of Dim Sum.

Victor’s Kitchen
91 Bencoolen Street, #01-49, Sunshine Plaza, Singapore 189652
Daily: 1030 – 2000 (Open on Public Holidays)

6. Yum Cha

Yum Cha continues to remain as one of the popular restaurant icons in Singapore. The food here is moderately priced, and the ambience is classy yet traditional. The service  is impeccable as well, with all the servers paying close attention to your every need. Food is also served very quickly within a very short span of time.

Yum Cha
20 Trengganu Street, #02-01, Chinatown, Singapore 058479
Saturday and Sunday: 0900 – 2300
Monday – Friday: 1100 – 2300

7. 126 Eating House (Wen Dou Sek)

126 Dim Sum at Sims Avenue serves both delicious and affordable food. Besides selling the usual favourites, this eatery also offers some very creative items like Tom Yum Siew Mai and Curry Chicken Chee Cheong Fan. Besides Dim Sum, they also offer a range of dishes like Thai-style Fried Crab Dong Fen and White Pepper Crab Bee Hoon that is typically offered till 8pm.

126 Dim Sum
126 Sims Ave, Singapore 387449
24 Hours Daily

8. Mongkok Dim Sum

Mongkok Dim Sum is no stranger to those living in the East of Singapore, as all 4 of their outlets are located within this region. The Dim Sum offered here is not only of high quality, but is affordably priced. They are well known for their Har Gao, also known as the House Special Shrimp Dumpling, where succulent and fresh shrimp chunks are wrapped with a translucent dough skin. Another popular shrimp dish is Mongkok’s Steamed Rice Roll that is of the perfect thickness, served with its delicious accompanying soy sauce.

Mongkok Dim Sum
214 Geylang Road, Singapore 389274
Saturday and Sunday: 1000 – 0500
Monday to Friday: 1600 – 0500

9. Canton Paradise

Ending the list is one from the Paradise Group family – Canton Paradise. Canton Paradise is one of the more family friendly restaurants on our list, with numerous branches spread all around the island. The Radish Cake, and Century Egg Porridge With Lean Meat are extremely delicious, and leave you coming back for more.

Canton Paradise
112 East Coast Road, I12 Katong, #B1-15, Singapore 428802
Monday to Friday: 1100 – 2200 (Last order at 2130)
Saturday, Sunday and Public Holiday: 1030 – 2200 (Last order at 2130)

Let us know in the comments where your favorite Dim Sum eatery is!

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7 Charming And Affordable Japanese Places Around Orchard Road That Will Leave You Feeling Blissful!

Finding a wallet-friendly place to dine in town? Well, look no further! In the first of our three-part series, we’ve rounded up 7 Charming And Affordable Japanese Places Around Orchard Road That Will Leave You Feeling Blissful. Itadakimasu (let’s eat)!

1. Koh Grill & Sushi Bar

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Synonymous with Shiok Maki, Koh Grill & Sushi Bar is nestled within Wisma Atria’s Food Republic. Shiok Maki ($16.80) may not be the cheapest dish on the menu, but it’s worth every dollar. The first version has lightly roasted salmon wrapped around avocado and charcoaled eel. The second version has the same salmon wrapped around fried prawns instead. Shiok! They also serve affordable mains like Seafood Fried Rice ($10), Yaki Udon ($10), and Garlic Fried Rice ($5).

Koh Grill & Sushi Bar
#04-21 Wisma Atria
Daily: 11.30am-10.30pm

2. Gyoza-ya

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Gyozas galore! Gyoza-ya is a casual dining restaurant that serves up Japanese dumplings of minced meat or vegetables wrapped in thin dough skins. They are best known for their Yaki Pork Gyoza ($4.80). It is known by some to be the #1 Gyoza in Singapore. There are also Vegetable Gyozas ($4.80) and Red King Crab ones ($7.80). It’s your choice if you want them steamed or pan-fried! If you’re looking for something more filling, Jya Jya Men (thick noodles with minced pork and miso) goes for $6.50, and Kaisen (Seafood) Ramen goes for $9.80.

Gyoza-ya
#B4-56 Ion Orchard
Daily: 11am-10pm

3. Tsuru-Koshi

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Located at the basement of Takashimaya Shopping Centre, this open concept restaurant has a menu that starts from $4 for Mini Udon and $5 for Mini Kakiage Don (rice bowl with vegetable tempura). Full-sized dishes range from $6.50 to $14. With silky noodles and a light yet flavourful broth, their Ebi Tempura Udon ($10) is a classic favourite.

Tsuru-Koshi
#B2-01/02/03 Takashimaya Shopping Centre
Daily: 9am-10pm

4. Yonehachi

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Like Tsuru-Koshi, Yonehachi is also found at the basement of Takashimaya Shopping Centre. They specialise in Okowa, steamed glutinous rice with different ingredients mixed into it. For their Miso Soup Set Meal, red bean okowa goes for $6.80, while a choice of scallops or chestnuts costs $7.80. A Fried Chicken Okowa Set Meal (okowa, fried chicken, and miso soup) starts from $8.80.

Yonehachi
#B204-1/2 Takashimaya Shopping Centre
Daily: 10am-9pm

5. Sushi Express

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With every plate costing a mere $1.50, it is no wonder Sushi Express is a popular conveyor belt sushi restaurant in Singapore. Their 12 outlets islandwide stand testament to that! A wide assortment of Japanese food is available, ranging from sashimi (salmon, tuna, and tilapia) and sushi (nigri, gunkan, and maki) to side dishes (such as miso soup and seasoned octopus), and even dessert! Green tea and wet tissue is complimentary at Sushi Express.

Sushi Express
#B3-28/29 313 @ Somerset
Daily: 11am-10pm

6. Ajisen Ramen

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Originating from Japan, Ajisen Ramen is a fast-food chain that sells, you guessed it, ramen! An Ajisen store is easily identifiable from the cute little girl on their company logo. You can get affordable set meals here from $13.90, with each comprising a bowl of ramen, a side dish, and a cup of green tea or ice lemon tea. If you just want to satisfy your ramen craving, you can get them a la carte. Vegetable Ramen and Spicy Cha Shu Ramen cost $10 each, Scallop Ramen and Seafood Ramen $11, and Pork Curry Ramen $12.

Ajisen Ramen
#04-01 Plaza Singapura
Daily: 11.30am-10pm

7. Makisan

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With Makisan, creating your own sushi is no longer a dream! Sushi rolls and salads are fully customisable. Egg wrap or seaweed, brown rice or white rice, yuzu sesame or chilli crab sauce, the list goes on and on. Little San Sushi offers you the choice of 1 wrap, rice, 3 essentials (ingredients for your sushi), 1 sprinkle (a topping), and 1 sauce for $7.90, and Mega San Sushi (a wrap, rice, 5 essentials, 1 special, 1 sprinkle and 1 sauce) is $9.90. Alternatively, order one of their house special sushi rolls which range from $7.90 to $9.90. House salads start from $8.90.

Makisan
#B1-17/18 The Cathay
Daily: 11.30am-9.30pm

让你点餐时完全不用想!14大低于$10元的乌节路平价美食

为了要收集位于乌节路低于10元的美食,小编尝试问了问身边的友人,但都只得到他们惊诧的眼神,并反问我说“你傻了?这里是新加坡,亲爱的!”有位朋友甚至建议我吃麦当劳快餐(白眼)。
无论如何,你们还记得一碟鸡饭还是售卖$1的时候吗?我也不记得,但我们的父母一定知道。今天,小编就要打破这些“在新加坡吃东西真的很贵!”的抱怨声,让你知道在乌节路用餐而不会让你的荷包大出血是有可能的!以下是15个绝对平价的餐点,马上一起往下看吧!

1. 食立方(Shi Li Fang Hotpot)


出血程度:$9.90

在$9.90+的价格下,你可以从中选择牛柳、鱼头,鸡/猪里脊,五花肉、蘑菇或蔬菜这些午餐套餐(至下午4点)。每一个套餐都配有蔬菜拼盘、手工/鸡蛋面条、米饭/面条的选择。此外,这里的每个火锅都是个人套餐,这样你就可以选择自己想要的汤底而不用顾忌朋友们啦!
最后总共的价格大约介于$12左右,还是很划算!因为大多数位于乌节路的火锅餐厅至少都需要花费$30呢!

地址:乌节中央,181乌节路,#07-10/11,S(238896)

2. Tsuru-Koshi Udon


出血程度:$10

在不超过$10的前提下,你可以选择这里的乌冬面。乌冬面的汤头味道尝起来咸淡适中,乌冬面条也非常顺滑,再搭配上温泉蛋($1),太幸福啦!另外,连道地的日本人都经常光顾这里呢!

地址: Ngee Ann City, 391 Orchard Road #B201-3, Takashimaya Food Hall, S(238872)

3.Hainanese Delicacy

出血程度:$4

即使是在午餐时间的繁忙时段,Hainanese Delicacy排队的人龙移动速度还是很快!另外,这里的去骨烧鸡饭($4)充分又完美地与酱油搭配在一起,辣椒也很好吃!这也是为什么这家海南鸡饭店好评如潮的原因!

地址:Far East Plaza, 14 Scotts Road, #05-116, S(228213)

4. Fisherios


出血程度:$7.90

在Takashimaya Food Basement的Fisherios也是绝对值得一试的!你可以看到这里展示着新鲜的牡蛎,到处还飘散着一股诱人的炸鱼香味。这里的招牌餐点就是Beer Battered Fish & Chips ($7.90)!其他的特色餐点包括Breaded fish($8.90)、Snapper($9.90)、Salmon($9.90)和Shrimp($8.90)!再也不用花费$20享用一盘炸鱼薯条啦!

地址:Ngee Ann City, 391 Orchard Road #B204-4-2, Takashimaya Food Hall, S(238872)

5. Dong Dae Mun


出血程度:肉串从$1起

位于Somerset 313的Dong Dae Mun是全岛唯一供应像泡菜炒饭和韩国拉面之类的店家,并提供大约能容纳12人的用餐空间。另外,你也可以点它们好吃又有饱足感的铁板餐点!虽然它的鸡肉片有点薄,但是整体来说份量还是蛮大的,可以说相当值得。

地址:313@Somerset, 313 Orchard Road, #B3-49, S(238895)

6. Kim Dae Mun


出血程度:$8以下

沿着街道走下来位于Concorde Hotel的二楼还有一家售卖韩国餐的地点。这里虽然有点偏僻,却还是很多人光顾。这是因为这里的套餐和小菜的售价都低于$8,而且还很好吃!据说吃过的人对食物和价格都很满意呢!

地址:#02-17/18 Concorde Hotel Singapore, 100 Orchard Road, S(238840)

7. Ayam Penyet Ria

出血程度:$7.90

这道Ayam Penyet($7.90)上面铺满了面包碎屑,简直让人口水直流!厨师很好地掌握了油炸鸡肉的技巧:鸡的外皮香脆,但里面的肉还是美味多汁的!另外,小编建议你们一定要点饮料喝,因为它的辣椒非常辣!

地点:Lucky Plaza, 304 Orchard Road, #04-25, S(238863)

8. Pies & Coffee


出血程度:$6

如果你喜欢吃馅饼但是又不想打包带走,不妨来到Pies & Coffee吧!这里有着售价仅在$6-12之间、并且提供甜和咸两种类型的馅饼!这里同时也是适合用餐或是享用点心的理想场所。另外,馅饼都会随着土豆泥和蔬菜沙拉一起上菜喔!

地址:The Centrepoint, 176 Orchard Road, #01-101-104, S(238843)

9. Yonehachi


出血程度:$7.80

这是Okowa米饭,据说是糯米鸡的表兄弟喔!(笑),但是却没糯米鸡那么油腻,而且是属于日本的一种餐点。Salmon Okowa Rice Set($7.80)的每一口都是健康和美味,搭配一旁的腌菜更是好吃!这个套餐还有其他4个口味可以选择,份量非常适合食量小或中等的食客们喔!如果你觉得这样不够你吃,你也可以选择鳗鱼或者照烧鸡肉这种较大份的套餐!

地址:Ngee Ann City, 391 Orchard Road #B204-1/2, Takashimaya Food Hall, S(238872)

10. Astons Specialities


出血程度:$6.90

Astons Specialties是少数当地人觉得不需要多做介绍但仍值得排队的餐厅之一。除了牛排和猪排之外,这里大多数的意大利面、汉堡和鱼类都少于$10。

地址:#03-04 *SCAPE, 2 Orchard Link, S(237978)

11. Eighteen Chefs



出血程度:$6.40

学生时期,相信很多人都曾和朋友来到这里消遣用餐。到了现在,这里的菜单选项已经增加至3倍更多了!当然,这里依然有学生优惠餐点$6.40。不过即使你不是学生,你还是可以选择他们的人气餐点”Be Your Own Chef”,让你可以在不超过$10的价格下随意搭配你的的焗饭或是意大利面喔!

地址:#04-02 Cineleisure Orchard, 8 Grange Road, S(239695)

12. Central Hong Kong Cafe



出血程度:$10以下

与大多数香港的餐馆不同的是,这家店会让你想要停下脚步欣赏它们的家居摆设。带图案的瓷砖和铁栅、老式的名人海报和粤语老歌的配乐,这里的环境充满怀旧的港式复古风味。里面售卖各种港式经典的街头食物,如价格实惠的鸡蛋面条和特式的烤面包,让你很容易就可以用花费不到$10的价格来饱餐一顿。

地点:Orchard Central, 181 Orchard Road, #02-30, S(238896)

13. Greenview Cafe


出血程度:$4.50

不同于平时外面售卖的利用机器搅出来的口感,Greenview Cafe的面粉粿干($4.50)是手工制作的,所以大小、厚度不一,而且非常有弹性和嚼劲!搭配的虾(你也可以选择碎猪肉代替)也很新鲜爽脆,再加上酱料也甜咸适中,让这个面粉粿一举成为这一带的人气美食!

地址:Far East Plaza, 14 Scotts Road, #04-96, S(228213)

14. Gyoza no Ohsho

出血程度:$10

Ohsho是一家位于Cuppage Plaza的日本休闲餐馆,距离Somerset 313只有几分钟的距离。尽管它的店面看起来很小,但是它的菜单可说是应有尽有。这里的拉面售价从$11开始,但如果你想要不花费超过$10,你可以选择炒乌冬面或炒面,又或是米饭餐点的选项。如果想要更实惠的餐点,那就不妨考虑它们的套餐吧!

地址:#01-10 Cuppage Plaza, 5 Koek Road, S(228796)

看了那么多,相信这些可以让大家慢慢吃上一段时间了吧?这些好吃又不会让口袋破大洞的美食,记得分享出去让你的朋友们知道喔!

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5 Best Craft Beer Bars For True Blue Beer Lovers In Singapore

Nickeldime Drafthouse, Jiburu and Smith Street Taps; as beer enthusiasts, we’re sure that you’d be familiar with these popular craft beer bars scattered across our island.

But as fellow true beer lovers, we know that you require something more exquisite (and possibly easier on the wallet) to quench your thirst for craft beers. From a mind-boggling range of beers to kickass views of Singapore’s skyline, below are five discreet craft beer bars that serve lip-smacking beers that don’t cost a week’s salary.

Next Door Café

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Featuring over a hundred different beers from half a dozen countries, Next Door Café definitely has any beer lover covered. Besides its extensive drinks menu, Next Door also serves some of the most authentic Adriatic cuisine such as Grilled Lamb and Spicy Cheese Sausages. For recommendations on drinks that best complement your food, feel free to approach the café’s friendly and knowledgeable staff. With beers available from $8.80 during happy hours, all you have to do is to head Next Door for your after-work brew.

Address: 699 East Coast Road S459061
Tel: 6291 1351
Email: [email protected]
Operating Hours: Tue-Sun 6pm-12am, Sat 12pm-2.30pm & 6pm-12am

Hopheads

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Hidden within Innotel Hotel is Hopheads, an inconspicuous bar nestled in the heart of town. From craft ciders such as Thatchers Katy Cider to classic IPAs from Stone, this modest bar offers a surprisingly wide variety of drinks. Beers are decently priced at $7-$15 and 1-for-1 Macs Great White Cloudy Wheat Beer going all day long during weekends and from 6.30pm-9.30pm during weekdays ($14 for two pints). The selection of bottled and draft beers rotate every week so do keep a lookout for their latest menu on their Facebook page!

Address: 11 Penang Lane, Innotel Hotel S238485
Tel: 6635 7120
Operating Hours: Daily 11.30pm-12am

Brussel Sprouts

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Unlike most of its counterparts, Brussel Sprouts is a family-friendly restaurant that provides all parents a short respite from their children. We’re obviously talking about the well-equipped play areas for the children and not about the restaurant’s menu that consists of over 150 different Belgian beers. Obviously.

Besides its boast worthy menu, the restaurant has also different daily promotions e.g. one-for-one draught beers on Mondays, for all seven days of the week. If this is not the opportunity to try out as many beers as you can head here for your next family day, we don’t know what is.

Address: 80 Mohamed Sultan Road #01-12, S239013/31 Ocean Way #01-01, S098375 (closed on Mondays)
Tel: 6887 4344
Operating Hours: Mon-Fri 5pm-11pm, Sat & Sun 12pm-11pm

Level 33

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Imagine sipping at a pint of freshly brewed as you take in the gorgeous view of Singapore’s skyline. Looking for a watering hole with chilled-out-after-work vibes? This bar situated at the penthouse of Marina Bay Financial Centre has got your back and beer belly. Although the bar has only a couple of beers on the menu, the towering brewing tanks found onsite will ensure you the freshest beer possible. Coupled with the kickass view and happy hours (300ml at $9.35+ before 8pm and $13.35+ after 8pm, 500ml at $12.35+ before 8pm and $17.35+ after 8pm), we’re pretty sure few will mind the less than variable menu. Guys, now you know where to impress your dates without having to break the bank. You’re welcome.

Address: 8 Marina Boulevard #033-01, Marina Bay Financial Centre, S018981
Tel: 6834 3133
Operating Hours: Sun-Thu 12pm-12am, Fri & Sat 12pm-2am 

Little Island Brewing Co

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Our favourite craft beer bar of the lot, Little Island is a spacious warehouse-like microbrewery that serves wheat beers, pale and golden ales. What really makes this brewery stand out is its pay-as-you-pour system, where beers are charged by the amount poured. By being your own bartender, you’ll be able to save on cash and have more tummy space to try more brews (we admittedly tried all beers before crowning Singapore Pale Ale our favorite). Brews at Little Island are typically priced at $2-$3 per 100ml so yes, it’s a sign to drink your fill. Besides craft beers and wines, Little Island also serves affordable tapas such as Fries & Aioli ($5) to complement your beer-tasting session. We’re not sure about you, but our trip to the far east is definitely worth it.

Address: Block 6 Changi Village Road #01-01/02 S509907
Tel: 65439100
Email: [email protected]
Operating Hours: Tue-Thur 12pm-11pm, Fri-Sun 12pm-12am

The next time you and your drinking kakis run out of breweries and bars to visit, you know where to go. Don’t say we neh share.

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7 Family-Friendly Restaurants That Are Open This Lunar New Year

Many restaurants here in Singapore begin to close their doors as the Lunar New Year festive season close approaches. This leaves many of us at a loss as our once abundant range of food options slowly dwindle away. If this is sounding familiar to you, then fret not! You won’t go hungry this New Year as we’ve compiled a list of 7 well-known eateries that will gladly welcome you and your family as we welcome in the Year of the Monkey.

1. COCA Restaurant 

If you’re looking for a place to satisfy your steamboat craving this Lunar New Year, look no further. With three locations around the island, Thai restaurant chain COCA offers you steamboats with a traditional taste. COCA is especially well known for its sauce – a secret family recipe that has been carefully passed down through the generations.

Address:
COCA Ngee Ann City
391 Orchard Road
#04-23 Ngee Ann City
Singapore 238872

Opening Hours:
1115 – 2230

2. Din Tai Fung 

When convenience comes into play, why not head to one of the many Din Tai Fung outlets open this Lunar New Year? With 13 years of experience under their belt, you’ll not go wrong with their platter of dishes that also features the sumptuous Xiao Long Bao. Do also try their modern take on the Yu Sheng, served with Tender Smoked Unagi and topped with Fried Salmon Skin and Pine Nuts.

Address:
Central
Paragon
290 Orchard Road #B1-03 Singapore 238859

North
Nex
23 Serangoon Central #B1-10 Singapore 556083

East
Tampines Mall
4 Tampines Central 5 #02-01 Singapore 529510

West
JEM
50 Jurong Gateway Road #02-07 Singapore 608549

Opening Hours:
1100 – 2200

3. The Kitchen Table

Should you feel a little more generous this year, round up your family and head to The Kitchen Table – an international buffet concept managed by the W Hotel Group. It ensures to disappoint with its six live cooking stations that ensures both freshness and quality. As such, it comes with a little more hefty price at $98 per pax, but with an extensive spread ranging from dim sum, crisp salads, succulent seafood and crackling wood-fired pizza, The Kitchen Table definitely does not disappoint.

Address:
21 Ocean Way
Singapore 098374

Opening Hours:
0600 – 2300 

4. Jumbo Seafood 

Famous for their well-known Singapore Chill Crab, JUMBO Seafood opens its doors to customers this Lunar New Year. Head down to one of its 4 outlets to have a taste at their carefully prepared CNY Set Menus, and treat yourself to a Fesitve Pen Cai and Prosperity Abalone Yu Sheng while you’re at it!

Address:
Dempsey Hill
Block 11 Dempsey Road #01-16
Dempsey Hill, Singapore 249673

Opening Hours:
Monday to Fridays: 1200 – 1500 (Lunch), 1800 – 0000 (Dinner)
Saturday, Sunday & Public Holiday: 1200 – 1500 (Lunch), 1730 – 0000 (Dinner)

5. Paradise Group 


 This Lunar New Year, Paradise Group aims to present diners with an array of dining choices ranging from Crabs and Lobsters at Seafood Paradise to Dim Sum at their Canton Paradise. With over thirty restaurants scattered across the island, you will definitely be spoilt for choice with the Paradise Family as we usher in the Year of the Monkey.

Address:
Taste Paradise
No. 2 Orchard Turn
ION Orchard #04-01
Singapore 238801

Opening Hours:
Monday – Friday: 1130 – 1500, 1800 – 2300
Saturday, Sunday & Public Holiday: 1100 – 1630, 1800 – 2300

Address:
Canton Paradise
112 East Coast Road
i12 Katong #B1-15
Singapore 428802

Opening Hours:
Monday – Friday: 1100 – 2200
Saturday, Sunday & Public Holiday: 1030 – 2200

6. The Roti Prata House 

The Roti Prata House offers some of the best Roti Prata’s available here in Singapore, with its crispy yet flaky external. Their prata comes in a variety of flavors as well – from the typical egg prata to more interesting creations like the chicken floss prata. They also offer Indian Delicacies like Briyani, Maggi Goreng, and Masala, and you’re guaranteed to find something that suits your taste palette here.

Address:
246 Upper Thomson Road
Singapore 574370

Opening Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 0700 – 0200
Friday – Sunday: 24 Hours

7. SPIZZA


Fancy some authentic Italian Pizzas instead? Try SPIZZA, a pizza parlor that promises to deliver affordable yet authentic thin-crusted-wood-fired pizzas and tasty Italian dishes. Try this month’s special Prosperity Pizza topped with Chicken Sausage, Pork Floss, Pineapple and Parsley. Also in lieu with the festive season, SPIZZA’s latest promotion offers a complimentary 10-inch pizza to parties in a group of 4 adorned in the auspicious red!

Address:
SPIZZA Club Street
29 Club Street

Opening Hours: 
Monday to Friday: 1200 – 1430 and 1800-2230
Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays: 1200 – 2230