Hong Kong’s Famous Tsui Wah Cafe To Open First S’pore Outlet This June
Famed for their milk tea and condensed milk buns, Tsui Wah has risen to become a household name in Hong Kong.
Just like any other typical Singaporean, you can’t leave Hong Kong without getting a cup of “I love Tsui Wah” milk tea or pre packed bottles to bring home and indulge in the comfort of your own home.
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The Cha Chaan Teng has confirmed it will open its first Southeast Asia outlet – with a seating capacity of over 140 from 1pm on June 15 at Clarke Quay.
Does this mean, “No need to fly to Hong Kong liao?”
Who knows? But one thing’s for sure, we’re excited to finally get Tsui Wah’s famous milk tea and treats without having to pay for a flight ticket.
Milk Tea For Days
The most famous Cha Chaan Teng in Hong Kong is undisputedly Tsui Wah Restaurant. Locals and tourists alike flock to Tsui Wah Restaurant for their signature milk tea and crispy bun with condensed milk.
With a network of over 60 outlets in Hong Kong, Macau and China, Tsui Wah manages to maintain its high standards across all their branches.
So for all you Tsui Wah fans, mark your calendars as your favourite Cha Chaan Teng makes a debut in Singapore.
If this is your first time hearing about Tsui Wah, don’t worry. Here are some of the signature items you should try.
Disclaimer: Some of the items may not be in their menu during their opening but more exciting updates are to come as the menu progressively expands in the upcoming months!
1. Crispy Bun with Sweet Condensed Milk
“Crispy Bun served with sweet condensed milk” is Tsui Wah’s reinvention of a classic Hong Kong snack.
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Each freshly baked bun is richly coated with thick butter and condensed milk, giving it an irresistible taste that is crispy on the outside and soft inside.
2. Hainanese Chicken Rice
Juicy, boneless and tender, the dish is served with a bowl of flavoured rice made with chicken stock, basil and lemon grass.
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Everyone raves about the Hainanese Chicken Rice at Tsui Wah, so if you’re looking for real good comfort food, their Chicken Rice should definitely be one of your choices.
3. Fish Balls & Fish Cakes with Flat Rice Noodles in Fish Soup
If you’re in need of a warm, hearty bowl of soup, this dish won’t disappoint.
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Tsui Wah fish balls are made daily with handpicked yellow eels and over 10 types of fresh fish. Some have claimed that they’ve had better fish soups in Singapore, but if you’re looking for a quick, fuss free supper choice, then get this fish soup!
This is definitely the ultimate go-to after drinks at Clarke Quay!
4. Swiss Sauce Chicken Wings
Tsui Wah takes this Cantonese favourite to the next level by marinating the wings with aromatic sweet soy sauce. The wings absorb the sweet soy sauce fully and offer a real treat of juiciness and tenderness.
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This dish is finger lickin’ good, that’s for sure.
5. King Prawns in XO Sauce with Tossed Noodles
This is one of Tsui Wah’s signature items as well!
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Their king prawns are succulent and fresh! The noodles are slightly chewy and thin. It also comes with chilli on the side for that extra kick.
Honestly, this seems like a dish most won’t mind eating everyday!
6. HK Milk Tea
Saving the best for last, Tsui Wah combines premium Ceylon tea leaves and with many years of teas-training know-how to bring the perfect cup.
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With a touch of Holland’s Black & White evaporated milk in a preheated teacup, this milk tea is perfection.
We’re extremely excited for Tsui Wah’s first outlet in Clarke Quay. As much as we’d all love a trip to Hong Kong for a break, I’m definitely happy that we can FINALLY get their famous dishes and milk tea right here in Singapore.
We definitely expect long queues on June 15, so go early to beat the crowd!
Tsui Wah Restaurant Singapore
Address: 3A River Valley Road, Clarke Quay, #01-03, Singapore 179020
Opening Hours: 11am – 11pm daily
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5 Taiwanese Bubble Tea Shops To Satisfy Your BBT Cravings Before Gong Cha Makes Its Return
Bubble tea has been a local favourite for over a decade.
This delicious milky – or milkless (we see you lactose intolerant crew) – tea comes with “pearls” which are essentially little chewy black orbs made from tapioca.
As it was tragically reported in May this year, Gong Cha, one of the largest bubble tea chains in Singapore pulled out of the country, and was replaced with the new local brand LiHo.
Many Singaporeans still pine for the return of Gong Cha and the company did not disappoint. They announced that they will eventually be returning to Singapore later this year.
The Prodigal Son Isn’t Back Yet, Can We Take Your Order?
Since Gong Cha hasn’t given us a specific date of return, here are some other good Taiwanese bubble tea shop alternatives that you can try!
1. Yuan Cha
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Yuan Cha is a newcomer to the local bubble tea scene but reviews have been generally good.
Yuan Cha is known for their lower sugar levels and stronger tea flavour, which appeals to avid tea lovers who love to savour the taste of the tea instead of the sugar and milk.
Their QQ Rainbow “pearls” are made fresh daily, using matcha, yam, and sweet potatoes so they don’t include any food colouring or artificial flavouring.
We love that Yuan Cha is genuinely trying to place the tea in the spotlight and we highly recommend that you give them a try! Who knows, you might be a convert.
Sharetea was established in 1992 and now has franchises in more than 18 countries worldwide. Sharetea is known for their variety of drinks for people of all ages. Some of the local favourites include the Whole Lemon Green Tea, Wintermelon Tea, and the QQ Happy Family Milk Tea which has multiple toppings such as pearls, pudding, herbal jelly and lychee jelly. Sharetea stays true to their name, sharing a variety of drinks with people of all generations. We love that the kampung spirit lives in their brand. Keep doing what you do, Sharetea! I Love Taimei was founded by 2 Taiwanese sisters and a local SHATEC graduate chef. What’s cute about I Love Taimei is that they serve Taiwanese fried chicken cutlets which are named after Taiwanese celebrities such as Jolin Tsai and the members of S.H.E. They also serve a variety of bubble tea drinks with seasonal flavours such as Double Yam Milk Tea and Bubble Milk Tea Smoothie. Chatime operates 1002 outlets in 30 countries and is the only public-listed bubble tea in Taiwan. They offer healthier options such as Japanese Sakura Sencha and Brown Rice Green Tea along with the staple Pearl Milk Tea. Nowadays, we are all about that #fitspo life, but we still want to indulge in a bit of Taiwanese bubble tea action once in awhile. So if you’re looking for healthier options, you can’t go wrong with Chatime! 5. Woobbee
[caption id="attachment_30368" align="aligncenter" width="1080"] Here’s another honourable mention. Woobbee isn’t technically from Taiwan. However, they do import their tea leaves from Taiwan, and that is true commitment to bringing Singaporeans quali-tea. What’s unique about Woobbee is that they use superior natural raw sugar that is untainted by chemical processing. One of their unique flavours is the Herbal Mint Pei Pa Kao Milk Tea With Grass Jelly which we absolutely love because Pei Pa Kao is a classic sweet cough syrup many of us loved as kids. Because Teh Is Better Than Kopi, Here Are All The Ways To Show Your Loyal-teh (Header Image Source: Gong Cha Facebook)
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The Wicked Cream: Gourmet Marshmallows To Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth
West-siders, we’ve found a sweet spot for all you dessert fiends! The Wicked Cream offers gourmet marshmallows that will surely satisfy your sweet tooth.
Their signature creation, the WickedMallow, gives the humble roasted marshmallow a gourmet update.
These marshmallows are made in small batches, and are carefully hand-crafted and roasted individually. You can choose from an array of unique flavours like sea salt gula melaka, speculoos caremelised cookie and uji matcha, just to name a few!
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Credit: Roasted on the outside, with a soft, gooey inside that melts in your mouth, the WickedMallow is the perfect bite-sized dessert!
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Credit: You might have even seen these guys around at pop-up stalls and art markets with their beautifully packaged jars, all ready for you to take home or give away!
A Drink To Go Along?
When you order it hot, it even comes with a stick of mini roasted mallows as a bonus treat!
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Mash in Cone
Another one of their inventions is the Mash in Cone. Presented deceptively like a soft-serve ice cream, it is actually a truffle mash, torched and served on a cone! Topped with a syringe filled with honey brown sauce, this is definitely an insta-worthy food capture.
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Credit: The Wicked Cream also has a These guys have definitely left their mark with their unique, instagrammable treats. Be sure to keep a lookout for these carefully crafted goodies the next time you’re at a pop-up event or local art market!
The Wicked Cream
Address: 3 South Buona Vista Road, #B1-04 Viva Vista Mall, S118136
Tel: 8222 0140 / 9732 3123
Operating Hours: Based on reservations / appointments only
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Fill The Void In Your Life With These Equally Good Milk Tea
For all Chun Cui He fans, here are 5 other tasty milk tea alternatives that will fill the void in your life.
It may take a while before you can get your hands on a bottle of the popular Chun Cui He drink here again. A food additive not permitted by the Agri-Food & Veterinary Authority (AVA) was found in the drink. This famed drink has since been recalled.
Whether you need to fill a void in your life or not, you can grab a bottle of any of these Milk Tea. Because they’re pretty darn good.
1. Kirin Afternoon Milk Tea
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Kirin Afternoon is a favourite, go-to drink in Japan. It has a rich taste and a silky texture. Kirin’s milk tea is a refreshing drink and comes in 1.5l. Instantly satisfies all your milk tea cravings.
You can find it at Isetan supermarket at $6.90 for 1.5l.
2. Pokka Premium Milk Tea
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This is 100% real brewed from specially selected premium Ceylon tea leaves and high-quality milk. The creamy taste and sweet aroma of Pokka Premium Milk Tea will linger on to delight your taste buds. This is one of the better milk teas because of its rich tea flavour. Also, no preservatives or colouring have been added.
Available at most supermarkets and convenience stores, $1.40 for 500ml.
3. MineShine Milk Tea Drink
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With carefully selected high-quality tea leaves brewed to perfection, the MineShine Milk Tea Drink tastes similar to those you get from bubble tea shops. Also from Taiwan, this drink claims that it contains powerful tea catechins, a disease-fighting flavonoid and antioxidant that also reduces fat! You believe? We’re not too sure if this is true.
Anyhow, this drink has its own fans and tastes pretty good. Still worth a try.
Do check them out at 7-Eleven stores islandwide.
4. Unif Premium Assam Milk Tea
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Made from freshly picked Assam black tea leaves from the Himalayas foothills, the Unif Premium Assam Milk Tea is blended with premium milk from New Zealand to create a spicy and rich taste. The fragrance of the tea leaves is strong. The tea was milky and fragrant, not too sweet.
Available at most convenience stores.
5. Bale’ Shake Bubble Milk Tea
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Bale’ Shake Bubble Milk Tea tastes unexpectedly good with a creamy and rich taste. Imported from Uni-President (Thailand) Limited, this brand is uncommonly thought of when it comes to milk tea. If you like your milk tea sugar level at 50%, this is the one to try.
It’s pretty fragrant because of the assam tea leaves. It also has a subtle caramelised taste from the brown sugar.
Craving for some cold milk tea in this hot hazy weather? Head down to your nearest supermarket or convenience store and chug down these drinks.
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