The concept has sunshine yellow as the brand colour. This colour is extended to the entire interior space as well.

At Butter Bean, Order and payment are contactless. Simply scan a QR code to order, pay and then collect the food.

The first drink that I tried is the BBrulee Kopi Latte ($3.20). Similar to the latte, concentrated Nanyang Kopi is added to fresh milk and crowned with signature salted cream. I am surprised that the savoury hint blend well with the kopi. If you prefer, you can order the Teh variation, BBrulee Teh Latte ($3.20).

The G.M Kopi BBliss ($3.50), an ice blended drink, is another recommended drink.

Other specialty local beverages include the refreshing Lychee Orange Tea ($3.50), the BB Rose ($3.50).

There are a total of 8 open-faced Toast ($2 onwards per toast). The thick butter toast has a similar taste profile to the Brioche, fluffy and yet dense, with a crisp edge. Some of the popular selections are PB&J and Say Cheese.

If you are looking for something wholesome, you can select the sandwiches – B.F.F Battered Fried Fish ($4.60), which I tried. The entire combination is so tasty. I believe it is the sauce that spice up the flavour. I am planning to try the C.F.C Crispy Fried Chicken ($4.60) at my next visit.

Four rendition of local favourites which include Laksa Love ($6.80), Curry On Sunshine ($6.80), Taiwan-inspired Braise Me Up ($6.80) and lastly the Hey You Hae Mee ($6.80). All food are pork and lard free.

NAHMJ Verdict

I am in awe with the creativity of the team who concocted the Nanyang Kopi in a espresso style. The entire local kopi and food are elevated to a cafe standard.

Butter Bean @ VivoCity

1 HarbourFront Walk, #01-207 Singapore 098585
Tel: Nil

Website: https://www.butterbean.com.sg/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/butterbeansg/

Opening Hours

Sundays – Thursday 0800 to 2100 | Fridays, Saturdays & Public Holidays 0800 to 2200

Getting There

By MRT:

• Circle line & Northeast Line, HarbourFront Station

By Bus:

• At or opposite Vivocity   10, 30, 30e, 57, 61, 65, 80, 97, 97e, 100, 131, 143, 145, 166, 197, 855

Rating: 7/10

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I was recently introduced to CakeDelivery.SG. It was managed by a team of passionate bakers and I was told they can deliver on the same day, midnight and overnight. I find it too good to be true. And my million dollar question was, does the cake taste good. This is a very important factor for me. Nevertheless, I brace myself for the worse and I tried their service. I ordered an Ondeh Ondeh Cake.

I was surprised that website was easy to use. One of the online website with the minimum click and I could complete my order.

Once completed, I received a confirmation email in my mailbox.

What I was impressed is that it did arrived within the 1 hour slot that I selected. It dispelled my skeptic about their service.

When I opened the big white plain box, I was a bit disappointed to see a plain ugly, very greenish cake. I am a big fan of Ondeh Ondeh Cake, after tasting the cake, I must say it met my expectation. I gave some to another Ondeh Ondeh fan to try and he likes it.

The sponge cakes were sandwiched with Gula Melaka and gula melaka infused desiccated coconut. Though I would prefer to have solely gula melaka.

NAHMJ Verdict

After this positive first experience, I see myself ordering from them, especially when I needed a last minute cake.

CakeDelivery.SG

Website: https://cakedelivery.sg/

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Here we go …

Best Mooncake In 2020

Mandarin Orchard

Website: https://www.meritushotels.com/en/mandarin-orchard-singapore/offers/mid-autumn-collection-2020.html

I am a big fan of Mandarin Orchard’s mooncake, especially the Mixed Nuts and Jamón Ibérico Baked Mooncake. If you like Mixed Nuts Mooncake, this is the go-to.

Golden Moments

Website: https://www.goldenmoments.sg/products

Looking for the best Durian Mooncake, definitely you got to get yours from Golden Moments. I love the Docello Hazelnut Chocolate Mao Shan Wang Snowskin Mooncake and there is a 1-for-1 promotion, best buy.

Si Chuan Dou Hua

Website: https://www.sichuandouhua.com/en/restaurant/promotions-restaurant/117-mid-autumn-festival-2020

The baked mooncakde from Si Chuan Dou Hua is lightly sweetened, great for those who don’t have a big sweet tooth.

Tip Top

Website: http://www.tiptopcurrypuff.com/

Tip Top offers a very innovative mooncake, shaped in curry puff. There are 5 flavours – Lotus, White Lotus, Golden Jade (Pandan flavoured lotus), Yam and Red Bean. Each has a huge yolk in the centre.

Mdm Ling Bakery

Website: https://www.mdmlingbakery.com/en_SG/

This year Mdm Ling surprises us with Cookies-inspired Mooncakes, 4 flavours. In addition, they collaborated with Teabrary to bring us Cold Brew and teabags to pair with the mooncakes. What’s more, you could play snake and ladder using the box and you are ready with your Mid-Autumn Celebration kit.

Imperial Treasure

Website: https://www.imperialtreasure.com/

Imperial Treasure is a brand which we know very well and we have always love their baked mooncake filled with aromatic lotus paste.

Hua Ting Restaurant

Website: https://www.millenniumhotels.com/en/singapore/orchard-hotel-singapore/hua-ting-restaurant/

Michelin 2019 restaurant offers delicious baked mooncake. The Hua Ting Traditional Treasures Gift Box comprises a selection of signature baked mooncakes:
•       White Lotus Paste with Single Yolk & Macadamia Nuts
•       White Lotus Paste with Macadamia Nuts
•       White Lotus Paste with Double Yolk & Macadamia Nuts
•       Seeds of Harmony (assortment of nuts)

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Cheesy 7 Durian Pizza

The famous Cheesy 7 pizza comprises a blend of 7 cheeses: provolone, mozzarella, gouda, cheddar, monterey jack, romano, parmesan and cream cheese. Topping it off with the ‘Asian Cheese’, Durian, the Cheesy 7D pizza was born.

The initial thought of having both my favourite ingredients, cheese and durian, on pizza sounds weird and unimaginable. Even the smell was so pungent and at the beginning was unpleasant. Once the 2 flavours landed on the tastebud, heavenly was the description. I didn’t stop at one slice but went on for my second serving. We love the Cheesy 7D pizza.

More Durian Items

Fans of Durian rejoice. In addition to the Cheesy 7D Pizza, Pizza Hut will introduce 2 other items with durian on it in late October. First is the Durian Kaya Pull Apart and Durian Kaya Tart. Both items has generous amount of durian sat on luscious aromatic Kaya jam on either toast or tart. These 2 Durian items are thoughtfully crafted by Pizza Hut.

We find both the items a little too sweet if were to indulge in more. However, I am bias since it has Durian on it. I will say go for it.

Promotion

50% OFF any 2 pizzas for Delivery and 1 for Takeaway! Numerous Meal Deals as well as 40% OFF regular Cheesy 7D pizza with any a la carte mains when you Dine-in.

NAHMJ Verdict

The marriage of 2 pungent food resulted in such a wonderful pleasing flavour with result that is amazing. It was love at first bite. I will return for the Cheesy 7D Pizza.

Pizza Hut

Available at all Pizza Hut outlets
Website: https://www.pizzahut.com.sg/find-a-hut

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Selling the Wanton Mee from pushcart in the beginning to its first outlet at Geylang and now a second outlet by their 2nd generation, that’s a total of 56 years.

The Wanton Noodle available as dry or soup comes in small ($4.80) and big ($5.80). I opted the dry version with chilli sauce. Amount of noodles for a small portion was extremely generous. For the dry option, it comes with a bowl of soup and 3 wanton.

On the menu, there are 6 sides. I will surely order the tender flavourful Roast Char Siew ($5).

I couldn’t resist anything fried, so I will also turn to the crispy Fried Wanton ($4/$5). Koung’s rendition has a thicker skin wrap as compared to the rest, hence you will find the wanton extra crispy.

Fried Ngoh Hiang ($5.80) is exclusive to JEM outlet. The entire texture is relatively smooth as the minced meat used in the roll is extremely fine.

Desserts are also exclusive to JEM outlets. Diners can opt for the cold desserts – Cheng Teng ($2.40), Jelly Bee ($3.40) or the hot desserts ($2) – Barley with Gingko Nut, Green Bean Soup and Black Glutinous Rice.

Menu

NAHMJ Verdict

NAHMJ Verdict

Koung’s Wanton Mee @ JEM

50 Jurong Gateway Rd, #B1-K14, Jem, Singapore 608549
Tel: Nil

FB: https://www.facebook.com/koungwtm/

Opening Hours

Daily 1000 to 2200

Getting There

By MRT:

• East West line or North-South line – Jurong East station

By Bus:

• Jurong East Interchange   51, 52, 66, 78, 79, 97, 97e, 98, 98M, 105, 143, 160, 183, 197, 333, 334, 335, 506

Rating: 7.5/10

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Chef Mariana Campos D’ Almeida is Brazil-born, Paris-trained after graduated from the prestigious Institut Paul Bocuse in Lyon, France. That’s explain a lot about her style and dishes.

New Menu By Chef Mariana Campos D’ Almeida

In this new menu by Chef Mariana Campos D’ Almeida, there are so much of unexpected elements. What brilliant is that the Chef uses many of familar local ingredients in her dishes.

Snack

Beginning with Dadinhos de Sago with dragon fruit chutney ($11). These little cubes is made from a commonly found ingredients in our local dessert, sago. It was unexpected that sago is used in a savoury dish. I highly recommend this for a start.

Mini Corn on Fire, pecorino, smoked paprika & black garlic sauce ($10) is equally delicious. The smokiness complemented the sweetness which was amazing.

Diners can pair with an aromatic white wine, Laurent Cazottes – Adele 2018, with almond and acacia flowers and pear flavour.

Starter

Subsequently, choose a handful of starters. First was Our Own Goat Cheese ($17) drenched with raw honey & ”Oh My Goodness!” Buckwheat and Walnut bread. A simple delight.

Crispy Pig’s Ears ($21) with red dates sauce, pickled ginger flower & wild pepper leaves. I never imagined that someone would turned pig’s ears, an ingredient which will put a lot of diners off into a crispy delicious dish.

A suggested wine to go along with the starters is the Camin Larredya – Part Davant 2018, also a white. Filled with citrus, peach and mineral note.

Mains

It’s so smart of Chef to add the blue dye into the Blue Pea Flower Naan Sandwich​​ ($20). The entire combination elevated the flavour.

Sweet Potato Gnocchi ($22) mushrooms, pea shoots, rosemary butter & parmesan is a savoury dish with natural sweetness from the various different ingredients.

A light fruity red, Domaine Les Tete – Tete Red 2018 is a good one for the 2 mains. It is a very easy on the palate red.

The Grilled Octopus ($27) at The Butcher’s Wife is easily one of the best, tender and tasty. Accompanied with manioc puree, white kimchi & grilled broccolin.

For the beef lover, don’t miss the Wagyu Picanha ($38) with burnt cauliflower puree, green papaya salsa & banana powder. Though some find it too rare.

Dominique Andiran – Magnus 2018, a medium body fruity red with aromatic berries, rustic hint of spice is great with the beef and octopus.

I would highly recommend the Banana Leaf Seabass ($29). By the side are the plantains puree, shrimp sambal & grilled lady fingers. The key side that made the dish highly tasty is the shrimp sambal. I thought it was a very smart add.

Dessert

End of with Lemongrass Panna Cotta ($13) is a must. Kalamansi curd & pineapple and the crispy roll was a perfect add to the gingerly aroma panna cotta. It not only added various dimension to the flavour but also texture.

Lastly, is the Warm Chocolate Cake ($14). At a glance, it is a boring dish. The surprise is the caramel-miso ice cream and pili nuts which has a white chocolate note.

A sweet fruity Camin Larredya – Costat Darrer ‘les Grains Des Copains 2017 to round up the meal with the dessert.

NAHMJ Verdict

It is rare that I enjoyed every dishes that I tried. I see myself going back to try out other dishes soon.

The Butcher’s Wife

19 Yong Siak St, Singapore 168650
Tel: +65 6221 9307

Website: http://www.thebutcherswifesg.com/

Opening Hours

Tuesdays – Fridays  1200 to 1430, 1800 to 2300  |  Saturdays – Sundays  1100 to 1500, 1800 to 2300  |  Closed on Mondays

Getting There

By MRT:

• East-West line – Tiong Bahru station

By Bus:

• Blk 126C or Blk 121 along Kim Tian Road   121
• Blk 201 or Blk 111 along Jalan Bukit Merah   120, 147, 167, 175, 196, 197, 961
• Central Green Condo or Tiong Bahru Plaza along Tiong Bahru Road   5, 16, 33, 63, 122, 123, 123M, 195, 851

Rating: 8.5/10

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This plant-based dishes are part of the Kenko Feast Menu. These healthier selection are made possible through the collaboration with Country Foods and Growthwell Group.

Sushi Tei First Plant-based Menu Highlight

Amazing Shokubutsu Fish Nugget ($9.80) that tastes like the really fish nugget. If I wasn’t told that these are made from konnyaku extract I would certainly mistaken them for the real ones.

Rejoice for vegetarian and vegan diners, you can enjoy the Shokubutsu Ebi Roll ($9.80) and Shokubutsu BBQ Ham Roll ($7.80). The sesame seed and seaweed peppered at the circumference of the rolls elevated the flavours.

The last item on Sushi Tei plant-based menu is my favourite, Shokubutsu Curry Omurice ($13.80). You can call me bias because I love eggs. Velvety curry loaded with mushrooms and tender ‘beef’ made from mushrooms too.

End of the meal with a sweet note of Roasted Pistachio Ice Cream ($4).

NAHMJ Verdict

Sushi Tei First Plant-based Menu is one of the most fabulous plant-based menu. Each and every dish is so enjoyable.

Sushi Tei @ Paragon

290 Orchard Rd, #05-04/05 Paragon, Singapore 238859
Tel: +65 6235 1771

Website: https://www.sushitei.com/

Opening Hours

Daily 1130 to 2200

Getting There

By MRT:

• North-South line – Orchard or Somerset station

By Bus:

• Opp Ngee Ann City along Orchard Boulevard   14, 14e, 124, 128, 143, 162, 162M, 167, 171, 190, 700, 700A
• National Youth Council along Grange Road   7, 14, 16, 36, 65, 77, 106, 111, 123, 174, 174e, 175, 971E
• Lucky Plaza along Orchard Road   7, 14, 14e, 16, 65, 106, 111, 123, 175, 502, 502A
• Opp Mandarin Orchard along Orchard Road   36, 77, 124, 128, 143, 162, 162M, 171, 174, 174e, 190, 518, 700, 700A, 971E

Rating: 7.5/10

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Asian Street Food Weekend A La Carte Buffet

At the buffet spread, seafood is the go-to. Kick-start your meal with a Cold Seafood Platter comprises mussels, baby lobster, prawn, scallops, snail and Assorted Sashimi with selection of Salmon, Tuna, Octopus.

Next are highly recommend items from the Charcoal Grill. The must try are Signature BBQ Black Char Siew, Signature Crispy Pork Roll, Seawater Grilled Barramundi, Garlic Pepper Prawn, Australian Beef Rib Finger, Grilled Carrot Cake and Roasted Honey Pineapple

Follow by the comfort food from the Claypot series, Charcoal Broken Rice Claypot Porridge with Seafood is the popular item at the buffet and highly recommended by Spice Brasserie. A claypot of tasty broth loaded with fresh seafood.

Coming up next is the Hot Favourites. The must eat are Black pepper slipper Lobster and Chilli Crab with Mantou.

The Tandoori Station is amazing as well. For those who appreciate Indian food, don’t miss the Assorted Naan, Fish Goan Curry and Butter Chicken.

More selections from the order sheet are the Ramly style chicken burger on the griddle. If you need more carbohydrate, go for the Scallion Oil Noodle found at the Rice and Noodle section.

Polish off your meal with delectable desserts; Teppanyaki Ice Cream of the day, Durian pengat with sticky rice and Cempedak Crumble cake. My all time favourite is the Durian pengat. I don’t need the rest of the dessert. Lol.

NAHMJ Verdict

I always like the buffet offered by Spice Brasserie. Since now it is ala carte format, it is even better. Sit back, order and eat.

Spice Brasserie @ Parkroyal On Kitchener Road

181 Kitchener Road, Parkroyal On Kitchener Singapore 208533
Tel: +65 6428 3160

Website: https://www.parkroyalhotels.com/en/hotels-resorts/singapore/kitchener/stay/dining/spice-brasserie.html
FB: https://www.facebook.com/parkroyalkitchener

Opening Hours

Dinner – 1800 to 2230

Getting There

By MRT:

• North East Line – Farrer Park station

By Bus:

• Before Tai Hoe Hotel along Kitchener Road   21, 125, 130
• After Allenby Road along Jalan Besar   23, 64, 65, 66, 67, 130, 139, 147, 857
• At Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple along Serangoon Road   23, 64, 65, 66, 67, 130, 139, 147, 857

Rating: 7/10

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Alhambra Satay

For those who remember the former Satay Club in Singapore, would have fond memories about Alhambra Satay. Their satay based on Javanese recipes serve satay in Chicken, Beef and Mutton (10 stick satay with rice cake at $9).

They serve an elusive dish, Kentang Ball ($6), deep-fried mashed potato with minced beef in the centre with rich soto ayam.

Casa Bom Vento Express

Chef Lionel serves the Eurasian-Peranakan food with the popular dishes like Tian of Ayam Buah Keluak with Blue Pea Rice ($7.70) and Nonya Dry Laksa ($8.20) on the menu.

Da Boomz Delights

A stall offering Malay dessert and kueh and one of the popular item is the Apam Balik, a Malay version of pancake. The Da Boomz Delights’ Biskopi is a must, though sweet but addictive.

Hosay’s Delicacy

I really love the Signature Mee Pok ($7.20) serve here. The punchy vinegar and chilli make the dish extra tasty. On a rainny day, best turned to the Teochew Special Porridge ($7.20).

Liang Ji

Chef Dominic Neo specialities include Char Kway Teow ($5 – regular, $7 – large) and innovative dishes such as Cheesy Floss Carrot Cake that won Singapore Food Master award and Spicy Hae Bee Hiam Carrot Cake. The other must try is the Hae Bee Hiam Fried Rice ($6-regular, $8-large).

Morning Boss

The only beverage stall run by two second-generation owners serving traditional drinks such as Kopi with Butter ($2), Pearly Honeydew ($2.50), Pearly Bandung ($2.50) and other trendy drinks such as Iced Pearl Milk Tea ($2.80) and Ice Milo Boba ($3).

Pang’s Hakka Noodle

Chef Pang Kok Keong’s award winning Pang’s Hakka Noodles ($7) is served at the stall. This is certainly a dish not to be missed. the Hakka Stuffed Tofu Soup ($4) is also a must try.

Rong Guang BBQ Seafood

For those who frequent Makansutra Gluttons by the Bay previously would remember them serving their tasty Portuguese Sambal Stingray (from $16). They too serve the in-trend Seafood in A Bag ($98.90). In the bag, there are 4 types of seafood – crabs, prawns, clams and scallop with Chilli Crab sauce. You will be glad to know it comes with fried mantous.

RW Express

There is no lack of Indian food in the area but the best is here serving delicious Tandoori Chicken ($10-half) and Mutton Biryani ($8). I love their food.

NAHMJ Verdict

After the first visit, I am determined to go back to Xin Tekka for the mouth-watering dishes – satay, biryani, mee pok, hakka noodles and … I seriously can’t wait.

Xin Tekka

2 Serangoon Road, Twkka Place Annex Building #01-55-59 Singapore 218227
Tel: +65 6513 5847

Website: https://www.facebook.com/xintekkasg/

Opening Hours:

Daily 0800 to 2000 (Each stall has different operating hours)

Getting There

By MRT:

• North East line – Little India station
• Downtown line – Rochor station

By Bus:

• Tekka Centre along Serangoon Road   21, 23, 64, 65, 66, 67, 125, 130, 139, 147, 857
• Opp Rochor station along Sungei Road 48, 56, 57, 131, 131A, 166, 170, 851, 851e, 960, 960e, 980
• Rochor station along Rochor Canal Road 48, 56, 57, 131, 131A, 166, 170, 851, 851e, 960, 960e, 980
• Jalan Besar MRT station exit A along Jalan Besar   64, 65, 130, 139, 147, 147A, 857

Rating: 7/10

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Dashi Master Marusaya is the flagship restaurant of the Marusaya group specialising in traditonal Dashi Shabu. Founded in 1962, Marusaya is a wholesaler dedicated to Katsuobushi (dried bonito) for professional use. In addition to Dashi Master Marusaya, the group also owns TEN Sushi at Robertson Quay and Monte Risaia at Duxton.

This round I returned for Dashi Master Marusaya’s NEW Lunch Sets, ranged from $16++ to $58++.

Be prepared to be spoiled for choice. Diners can choose Marusaya Udon (Hot or Cold) Set Lunch; Dashi Shabu Set Lunch, a must if it is your first visit. Their dashi is 100% natural and does not contain MSG or other artificial seasoning. Alternatively, go for the Rice Bowl Set Lunch, Tantalising Set Lunch.

New on the menu is the Hot Toban. The Wagyu ($48++) and Seafood Toban ($48++) are both highly recommended.

Diners could choose 3 sides when ordering the set lunch.

Lastly, if you are in the mood, go for the luxurious Shokado Bento. Comes with Dashi Master Marusaya’s signature appetisers, chawanmushi (Japanese steamed egg), tempura, grilled fish, meat, two kinds of sashimi, small rice bowl (Salmon and Ikura),and small udon (hot)

NAHMJ Verdict

If you can’t decide what to choose, you are not the only person. Perhaps the best way is to visit Dashi Master Marusaya on several occasions to try them all.

Dashi Master Marusaya

86 Robertson Quay＃01-01 Singapore 238245
Tel: +65 6732 0383

Website: https://marusaya.sg/en/

Opening Hours

Daily 1200 to 2230

Getting There

At Hotel Miramar or at Four Points along Havelock Road   51, 64, 123, 186

Rating: 8/10

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