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Curious Palette
By the same team behind Stranger’s Reunion, Curious Palette was established as a quaint cafe-restaurant located at the end of Prinsep Street. What sets Curious Palette itself apart from the strong competition of cafes around is its new menu which offers an inventive variety of snacks, sweets, lunch, and dinner. It offers more than just regular cafe food and includes more ‘atas’ (Singlish for high-end) restaurant dishes too. In other words, it’s not your typical avocado toast, eggs benny, or ah-zhar bowl cafe.
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Sauces and dips are made in-house, like the sweet and savory fish sauce caramel, which is drizzled on battered and fried cauliflower ($11.90). A healthier version of snacks that will leave you popping into your mouth while conversations go around you.
Prawn mentaiko belacan pasta. (Image credit: Curious Palette)
The Mentaiko Belacan Pasta (S$18.90) comes with three charcoal grilled tiger prawns, sakura ebi, and a pile of pasta tossed in a creamy mentaiko and butter sauce. The sauce is very creamy from the mentaiko and with the mixed of a slight heat from the belacan and chili powder, this dish is 100% slurp-worthy.
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Curious Palette’s interior is worth applauding too. It has just the right mix between minimalist and Scandinavian, with a good mix of rustic, heavy wooden furniture, lush greenery, cement flooring and hanging light bulbs. During the day, it has natural light shining in through the floor-to-ceiling doors and windows, which makes the whole place cozier with its furniture, paintings and art installations around.
Curious Palette
64 Prinsep Street, Singapore 188667
Opening hours: Wed to Mon 9am to 10pm
Nearest MRT Station: Dhoby Ghaut/Bencoolen/Rochor Station
Hua Yi Kitchen
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When it comes to XLB (Xiao Long Bao), people often think of Din Tai Fung or Paradise Dynasty. However, back when before these chains were opened, Hua Yi Kitchen was the must-go place to satisfy your XLB cravings. Hidden in a quiet corner of Orchard, this homely eatery impresses with its selection of Shanghainese dishes.
Here are the few recommendations which you must try!
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Minced Pork Noodles ($6.80+). Also known as zha jiang mian, mixture of hand-pulled noodles dipped in a thick gravy and garnished with chye sim, julienned cucumbers, and sliced chillies.
 
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Dry Chicken Cutlet Noodles ($7.80+). This is a dish with robust flavours as you feel an explosive burst of salty and peppery notes. The fried chicken cutlet is crunchy and juicy, topped with their house-made dressing.
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And of course, the xiao long bao! The Steamed Juicy Minced Pork Dumpling ($6.50+) is very filling with its thick broth, definitely able to rival those dished up at Din Tai Fung. If you are ever in the vicinity, especially near Orchard Isetan and is looking for a place out of the conventional, check out this delightful little place for some good Shanghainese food. This is perfect for a place to chat and unwind, especially after all that shopping!
Hua Yi Kitchen
Address: 360 Orchard Road, #02-11/12, International Building, Singapore 238869
Opening hours: Daily 11:30am to 3pm, 5:30pm to 9:30pm
Tel: 6235 3156
Nearest MRT Station: Orchard
Goodwood Park Hotel: Durian Fiesta
Hail to the king of fruit: durian. This year’s Durian Fiesta is back with six new D24 durian desserts and a commemoration cake to celebrate Singapore Bicentennial. From 15 March to 14 July, Goodwood Park Hotel will be churning out the most divine durian creations ever. Among the dozen choices, the 6 new creations are:
D24 Royale Cheesecake, D24 Pandan Lapis Coconut Cake (Image credit: Goodwood Park Hotel)
D24 Strawberry Bliss, D24 Matcha Mont Blanc Tart (Image credit: Goodwood Park Hotel)
Mini D24 Ice Cream Bars, D24 Singapore Commemoration Cake (Image credit: Goodwood Park Hotel)
According to Goodwood Park Hotel, this 1kg cake marks the 200th anniversary of Sir Stamford Raffles’ arrival in Singapore. It is adorned with a mosaic of white chocolate squares imprinted with eight historical scenes of Singapore and Goodwood Park Hotel’s past. Each cake goes for S$88 nett.The hotel will only make 200 cakes so you have to act fast! An advance order of five days is required.
Durian Fiesta 2019
Address: Goodwood Park Hotel 22 Scotts Rd, Singapore 228221
Nearest MRT station: Orchard
Online reservation: https://www.opentable.com.au/r/coffee-lounge-goodwood-park-hotel-reservations-singapore/?restref=30086&lang=en&corrid=c9ea4939-767b-4146-90d1-fd9044ff5cde
Phone reservation: +65 6730 1746
Email reservation: coffee_lounge@goodwoodparkhotel.com
Tiong Bahru Market Food Centre
If you are looking for delicious local dishes in a comfortable atmosphere, Tiong Bahru Market Food Centre is the place to go. You can find almost all popular Singapore dishes at this culinary place such as chicken rice, herbal soups, bak kut teh, wonton mee and chee kueh.
Tiong Bahru Market Food Centre is one of the cleanest and most spacious hawker centres in Singapore as it was renovated not long ago. It is equipped with the latest mechanical exhaust system for each of its stalls and smartly utilized the open-air concept so you will definitely enjoy the airy, comfortable and relaxing atmosphere there.
Here are some of the recommended stalls that you should try!
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Lee Hong Kee Cantonese Roasted (#02-60)
Recommended dishes: Roasted duck rice, char siew rice, roast pork rice
Price/pax: S$4 – S$6
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2. 178 Lor Mee (#02-23)
Recommended dish: Lor mee
Price/pax: S$3 – S$4
Opening hours: Tue to Sun: 06:00 to 21:00
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3. Jian Bo Chwee Kueh (#02-05)
Recommended dish: Chwee kueh
Price: S$1.20 for 4 pieces
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4. Tiong Bahru Pau (#02-18)
Recommended dishes: Char siew bao, big bao, siew mai
Price/pax: S$1 – S$3
Opening hours: Daily 06:30 – 21:00
There are more than 80 cooked food stalls in Tiong Bahru Food Centre, and some of them are original tenants from Seng Poh Road Market.
Tiong Bahru Market Food Centre
Address: 30 Seng Poh Road, Singapore 168898
Buses: 5, 16, 33, 63, 123, 195, 851 and NR5 (Walk 1 minute from bus stop B10141)
Nearest MRT station: Tiong Bahru (EW17) (Walk 8 minutes from Exit B)
Muchachos
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Looking for a quick burrito fix in Singapore? Muchachos is the place to go! Located amidst the Central Business District (used to be at Keong Siak), the concept is inspired by Subway and Chipotle whereby you can build your own burrito from your choice of protein (or greens for vegans) salsa, filings, and sides. The burritos are large enough to be shared by two persons. Chips and guacamole do come at an extra price but they’re worth it.
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Despite the change of location, the folks have retained the favourites such as the California burrito ($13.50) and carnitas quesadilla ($12) are very much present in the menu. New food items like the cheeseburger ($12 single, $16.50 double) and buttermilk fried chicken ($12- $16.50) are highly recommended too!
However, do expect to queue for a bit especially during lunch hours!
Muchachos
182 Cecil St, #01-01 Frasers Tower, Singapore 069547
Tel: 6513 0215
Opening Hours: Mon - Sat 11am to 9pm, Closed Sun
Menya Sakura
Menya Sakura currently has two outlets in Singapore, the first outlet is in Boat Quay and the new one is situated at Orchid Hotel.Their menu are pretty straightforward — Menya Sakura only offers two different styles of Japanese ramen; Tonkotsu Broth, as well as Tsukemen (noodles with a dipping sauce). Both styles of ramen come with a selection set of toppings, though patrons could opt for the all toppings option. Sides include a limited variety of Donburi — specifically, different variants of their Mini Char Siew Rice, while a free-flow salad bar is available for all patrons to indulge in.
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It is said that their pork bone soup simmers for 12 hours.
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Good news! Recently they have just launched a new limited-edition menu, Uni tsukemen. So don’t miss this chance to indulge in both the Lobster Mazesoba and the Uni Tsukemen while they are still available at Menya Sakura!
Menya Sakura
1 Tras Link Road, #01-07, Orchid Hotel, Singapore 078867
Tel: +65 9469 3366
Opening Hours: 11:30am – 10:30pm, Last Orders 10:00pm (Mon – Sat), Closed Sun, PH
Deliveroo Food Market
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Deliveroo currently has two sites at Lavender and Katong. Last month, it has upgraded the concept of Deliveroo Editions and launched a new space called “Deliveroo Food Market” at ALICE@Mediapolis. This is the biggest outlet globally spanning over 3,000 square feet that houses 10 kitchens and a dining space that can accommodate 40 people. It also has a dedicated waiting area for its riders to rest and recharge while food is being prepared.
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A total of 11 food concepts from 7 restaurant operators with a diverse range of cuisines such as Vietnamese cuisine from NamNam, sandwiches from Delismith and Korean bites from Bonchon Chicken.
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The whole experience will show you the future way of dining, seamless and fuss-free. You can place your orders at the self-serve kiosks with cashless payment. Once your food is ready, you will receive a notification on the digital board to collect your food at one of the twelve digital cubbies for pick up. Customers can choose to enjoy it onsite or take out.
With a wide variety of dishes offered, and an innovative ordering and dining experience; Deliveroo Food Market is a great place to get your food fix, offering more than just delivery!
Deliveroo Food Market
29 Media Circle #01-02/03, Singapore 138565
Opens daily, 11am – 2:30pm, 4:30pm – 9:30pm
Nearest Station: Kent Ridge/One North
TBB Safari - Tiong Bahru Bakery’s safari-themed tent
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Now you can soak in some African vibes in Singapore! The well known Tiong Bahru Bakery has opened its fifth outlet – a safari-themed space nestled in the lush surrounds of Dempsey.
TBB Safari is a 46-seater cafe in canvas tent with rustic furnitures, trunks, camping style deck chairs and rugs from the Middle East so it feels like a tropical garden. A lot of efforts and thoughts were put in for this creation. Unfortunately, you can’t find any wild animals there, but there are bunnies and chickens at the back garden!
We all understand how insanely hot Singapore’s weather can be, but fret not! TBB Safari was designed with an all new wooden gazebo and eco-friendly Airbitat coolers set at 25 degrees to regulate the temperature. Although the cafe is located outdoor, it is being surrounded by Dempsey’s lush greenery, which allow you to connect with nature in maximum comfort.
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You can get their signature pastries and breads at the new outlet, along with some Safari exclusive items. Specially crafted menu for the health conscious are the anti-inflammatory caffeine free drinks and their new power breakfast jars packed with fruits and herbs plucked straight from the on-site garden.
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The Turmeric & Ginger Latte ($6.50) and Beetroot & Ginger Latte ($6.50) are smooth, warm options perfect for a rainy day. You can also switch out the milk for soy or almond nut milk at no extra charge.
Dempsey might not be the most convenient place to visit but TBB Safari stands out from the other cafes and is definitely worth a try!
TBB Safari
130E Minden Rd, Singapore 248819
http://www.tiongbahrubakery.com/menu/
+65 6877 4876
Opens daily 8am - 6pm
Nearest Station: Botanic Gardens
Baristart Cafe
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The Popular Hokkaido Cafe, Baristart Cafe has arrived in Singapore, Tuas Street.
Being the first oversea branch, we are fortunate to have the famous Japanese cafe from Hokkaido, Baristart Cafe to join the F&B scene in Singapore. Baristart Cafe first started out as a humble coffee stand in Sapporo where they eventually garnered popularity due to the milk they used.
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You might be thinking, what is so special about the milk they used ? It is no ordinary milk and it’s like the ‘wagyu’ in the milk world, called the BIEI Jersey milk. This premium quality milk is sourced from a rare breed of brown jersey cattles which makes up barely 1% of the cow population in Hokkaido, thus being extremely exclusive!
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To even better news, the owner, Yuuki Takechi, is here in Singapore till April to make your coffee. He is a two-time champion of ‘UCC Coffee Masters Latte Art Section in Hokkaido Region’, so you can be rest assured that your premium coffee would be delicious.
The signature Latte ($6.70) is significantly different from the others. The BIEI Jersey milk makes the coffee more rich in taste and velvety, with a tinge of sweetness.
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Is this not the cutest dessert you have seen?! This adorable bear shaped shaved ice - Shiro Kuma ($9.80) is drizzled with Hokkaido BIEI Jersey Milk and topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Hidden underneath is a variety of fresh fruits, including orange, mango, white peach and strawberry. It comes with a choice of homemade syrup: Coffee, Hokkaido BIEI Jersey Milk, Strawberry, Mango or Green Tea.
BARISTART COFFEE
65 Tras Street, Singapore 079004
http://www.baristartcoffee.com
+65 69043169
Opens daily 10am - 10pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar
Montana Singapore
This is a Sydney-inspired Specialty Coffe House - Montana Singapore. Over the years, they have changed their Western-Asian style to Modern Singapore Cuisine to better suit the Singaporeans’ palates. They are also constantly revamping their menu, to ensure that customers will not get bored!
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They are famous for their sweet as well as savory waffles! There is a total of 5 sweet waffles and 5 savory waffles for you to choose from! From the sweet waffles menu, there's Red Velvet Waffle, Black Velvet Waffle, Chocolate Banana Waffle, Mango Berry Waffle, and Carrot Cake Waffle (shown below, respectively).
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From the savory waffles menu, there’s Korean Bulgogi Beef Waffle, Assam Crab Waffle, Southern Fried Chicken Waffle, Jalapeno Mac & Cheese Waffle, and Seafood Paella Waffle (shown below accordingly).
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