Min Jiang Restaurant

Min Jiang Restaurant at Goodwood Park Hotel and Min Jiang at One-North are two of the most famous places for having Yu Sheng in Singapore. Besides the popular Hamachi Yu Sheng and Prosperity Yu Sheng, their master chefs create two new special dishes for CNY 2015, namely Kanpachi & Tuna Yu Sheng and Assorted Fruits & Vegetables Lo Hei.

Highlighted Yu Sheng dishes

Kanpachi & Tuna Yu Sheng: The platter features fresh kanpachi and tuna, a lofty stack of mesclun greens, strips of radish, carrot, red ginger, jellyfish and fried silver cod fish, pine nuts, topped with sweet potato and yam crisps, and finished off with ground peanuts, sesame seeds as well as crispy crackers tossed in a balanced plum-wasabi-lime juice sauce.
* Please note that this dish is available only at Min Jiang at Goodwood Park Hotel.

Assorted Fruits & Vegetables Lo Hei: This “healthy yu sheng” dish consists of plum slices, pomelo-mango bits, dragonfruit, mango, rock melon, cucumber, crushed peanuts, sesame seeds, toasted pine nuts, yam, sweet potato and seaweed crisps. It is served with a special dressing made of mustard, sesame sauce and fruit juice.
* Please note that this dish is available only at Min Jiang at One-North.

Prices
– Kanpachi & Tuna Yu Sheng: S$138 for large portion
– Assorted Fruits & Vegetables Lo Hei: S$80 for small portion, S$130 for large portion
– Hamachi Yu Sheng: S$132 for large portion
– Prosperity Yu Sheng: There are 6 varieties including Salmon, Abalone, Lobster, Ikan Parang, Ikan Paran with Salmon, and Vegetarian. Price starts from S$60 onwards.

Available
From 5 February to 5 March 2015

Other outlet
5 Rochester Drive, One-North, Singapore 138512
(65) 6774 0122

Peninsula Plaza

LOCATION: Peninsula Plaza is an old shopping centre located in City Hall area. Its nearby attractions include City Hall building, St Andrew’s Cathedral, Esplanade Theatres, War Memorial Park, Parliament House, Asian Civilisations Museum, and Funan DigitalLife Mall.

SOUVENIRS TO BUY:

Key chains
Lighters
Ashtrays
Fridge magnets
Coasters
Pens
Postcards
Shopping bags
Towels

PRICE RANGE: From S$3.00 to $20.00

NOTE: Bargaining is accepted at some stores.

HOW TO GET THERE:

Bus lines: 32, 51, 63, 80, 195, 851, 961, and 961# (Walking 1 min from bus stop B04168)
Nearest MRT station: City Hall MRT (NS25/EW13) (Walking 3 mins from Exit B)

Chinatown

LOCATION: Chinatown is a famous heritage district, renowned as one of the best places to visit in the Merlion city. Its nearby attractions include Buddha Tooth Relic Temple, Sri Mariamman Temple, Chinatown Heritage Centre, Chinatown Food Street, Singapore Gallery, and Maxwell Hawker Centre.

SOUVENIRS TO BUY:

Chinese traditional clothes
Antiques
Chinese tea, herbal, and medicine
Decorative items like lanterns and drama masks
Chinese handwriting
Chinese handicrafts such as silk scarves, bags, shoes
Cups
Fridge magnets
Key chains
Lighters
Cigarette boxes
Mobile cases
Stamps
Picture frames
Chocolate

PRICE RANGE: From S$3.00 to S$30.00

NOTE: You may find the same item offered in other shops at cheaper prices, so don’t try to buy products at the first shop.

HOW TO GET THERE:

Bus lines: 2, 12, 33, 54, 63, 124, 143, 147, 190, 851, 961, 961#, 970 and CT1
Nearest MRT station: Chinatown MRT (NE4)

Singapore Pressed Pennies

Pressed pennies are also amazing souvenirs to add to your coin collections or give your friends after a wonderful trip to Singapore. For those who hear it the first time, pressed pennies, also known as elongated coins, are coins that have been elongated and engraved with iconic designs to create memorable souvenir tokens.

In Singapore, automatic penny flattening machines are placed at popular tourist destinations for visitors to make their own pressed penny souvenirs.

PRICE: S$2.00 per penny

PRESSED PENNY MACHINE LOCATIONS:

Universal Studios Singapore
Resorts World Sentosa
Gardens By The Bay gift shop
Singapore Zoo
Jurong Bird Park
Singapore Botanic Gardens
National Museum of Singapore
Singapore Coins and Notes Museum
Suntec City Mall

Souvenirs with Miniature Merlion

Merlion mascot, a unique man-made creature with the head of a lion and the body of a fish, is the famous national icon of Singapore. The lion head represents Singapore’s original name, Singapura, which means “lion city” and the fish body reveals Singapore’s origin as a fishing village.

AVAILABLE PRODUCTS: Souvenirs with miniature Merlion are available at all souvenir shops in Singapore, and thus you can choose among a myriad of products such as

key chains
fridge magnets
snow globes
picture frames
can openers
lighters
cigarette boxes
ashtrays
coasters
Merlion statuettes
Merlion-shaped chocolate and sweet.

WHERE TO BUY: All souvenir shops nationwide, including

Bakkwa (BBQ Meat)

Bakwa, also known as “barbecued meat” or “Chinese jerky,” is a popular snack in Singapore. It is typically made from marinated and grilled strips of meat, often pork, that are then dried and sliced into thin pieces.

Bakwa is known for its sweet and savory flavors, as well as its chewy and tender texture. Bakwa comes in various flavors, including

original
spicy
garlic
and black pepper.

Traditionally, bakwa was consumed during festive occasions like Chinese New Year, but it has now become a year-round snack enjoyed by locals and visitors alike.

People often give and receive it as a gift or use it as an offering during visits to family and friends. It has become a symbol of good luck and prosperity.

AVAILABLE PRODUCTS: Here are a few examples of bakwa products from the Vacuum Packed series by Bee Cheng Hiang:

Sliced Pork 280g: $27.00
Sliced Pork 480g: $44.00
Sliced Chicken 280g: $27.00
Sliced Beef 280g: $33.00
Mini EZ Chilli Pork: $27.00 – $90.00
Mini EZ Chicken: $25.80 – $86.00
Mini EZ Chicken SG Series: $25.00

WHERE TO BUY:

GOLD PLATED ORCHID FROM RISIS

If you are looking for something premium for someone special, consider gifting a gold-plated orchid.

RISIS offers gold-plated orchid products, where real orchids are delicately plated in 24K gold.

These stunning golden flowers are then transformed into beautiful jewelry pieces such as

earrings
pendants
necklaces
and brooches.

Additionally, they are used to create formal corporate gifts, including

card and pen holders
display plates
and picture frames.

This gift holds special significance as it showcases the national flower of Singapore, elegantly crafted into a meaningful present that embodies the spirit of the country.

PRODUCTS AVAILABLE:

Ascocenda Moments Necklace With Pearl (24K Yellow Gold, Pearl): S$135
Ascocenda Moments Earrings With Pearls (24K Yellow Gold, Pearl): S$125
Oncidium Coco Drop Earrings (24K Yellow Gold & Palladium, Pearl): S$198
Yenlin Orchid Slider Necklace With Citrine (24K Yellow Gold & Palladium, Quartz): S$280
Scarlet Symphony Red Agate Bracelet (24K Yellow Gold & Rhodium, Quartz): S$208
and many more

WHERE TO BUY:

RISIS @ Ion Orchard
Address: 2 Orchard Turn, #B1-13 ION Orchard, S238801
Daily: 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
Phone: (+65) 6993 1998

RISIS @ Takashimaya
Address: Takashimaya Department Store, 391 Orchard Road, Basement 1, S238873
Daily: 10:00 am – 9:30 pm
Phone: (+65) 6738 2656

RISIS @ Tangs Orchard
Tang Plaza, 310 Orchard Road, Basement 1, S238864
Mon to Sat: 10:30 am – 9:30 pm
Sun: 11:00 am – 9:00pm
Phone: (+65) 6835 2492

@ Changi Airport Terminal 1
Address: Discover Singapore, #02-33/34, Departure Lounge (Central), Transit Area
Daily: 3:15 pm – 1:00 am
Phone: (+65) 6593 1772

@ Changi Airport Terminal 2
Address: Discover Singapore, #02-191, Departure Lounge (Central), Transit Area
Daily: 6:00 am – 12:00 am
Phone: (+65) 6539 1771

@ Changi Airport Terminal 3
Address: Discover Singapore, #02-63, Departure Lounge (Near B Gates) Transit Area
Daily: 6:00 am – 1:00 am
Phone: (+65) 6539 1742

Singapore Sling

The Singapore Sling is well-known as the national drink of Singapore. It was created by bartender Ngiam Tong Boon at the Long Bar in Raffles Hotel during the 1930s and has since gained popularity worldwide.

Originally, the Singapore Sling recipe consisted of gin, cherry brandy, orange juice, lime juice, and pineapple juice. However, nowadays there are numerous variations of this famous cocktail to choose from.

Bottled versions of the Singapore Sling make excellent gifts for your loved ones.

PRODUCTS AVAILABLE:

THB Singapore Sling® Original Mix – Miniature Pack 2 X 40ml: S$43
THB Singapore Sling® Original Mix 375ml: S$63
THB Iconic Cocktails – Miniature Pack 7 X 40ml: S$105

WHERE TO BUY:

Raffles Hotel’s Long Bar
Raffles Hotel’s souvenir shops
Changi Airport souvenir shops
Drink shops and supermarkets islandwide

Maid-Power Review: Is It a Good Choice?

Being one of the most experienced players in the industry, Maid Power has thousands of genuine reviews and you will find people recommending them everywhere. They have maintained a trusted name for years with their core values of trust, commitment, efficiency, respect, and integrity. Although their experience is the perfect assurance, they will also surprise you with their staff’s professionalism and expertise.

HIGHLIGHTS:

Over 30 years of experience: Maid Power carries an experience of more than 30 years. With this much experience, they can always predict your needs considering the circumstances and offer you their best.
Quality trusted by thousands of customers: Maid Power has countless positive reviews online. This power of word-of-mouth is letting them win numerous new customers while ensuring their services’ quality.
Comes with complimentary services: Maid Power know exactly what to do after listening to all your requirements, and their services will always come topped up with a pleasant surprise for you.

SERVICES:

Application for work permit
Home leave processing
Renewal of passport
Renewal of work permit
Cancelling of work permit
Direct hire deployment
Local transfer
Complimentary service

SERVICE FEES:

Agency fee: $1500
Placement fee: $1500 (Filipino helpers); $2500 – $3000 (Indonesian helpers)

Faith Employment Agency Review: Is It a Good Choice?

Established in 1989, Faith Employment Agency is one of the pioneers in maid recruiting service in Singapore. This rich experience agency is a reliable destination to find well-trained domestic workers. Especially, Faith offers on-site training program in which their trainer will come to your house and provide your newcomer helper with proper training to fit your requirements.

Faith Employment Agency is also a good agency to check out if you are looking to hire a new maid. Their helpers only come in with 3-month loan so your upfront payment for this will be lesser.

If you are a first time employer, visit their website to get plenty of useful information about employer’s right, responsibilities, and kinds of payments when hiring a maid.

SERVICES:

Deployment of new FDW
Deployment of transfer FDW
Direct hire of FDW
Employer’s Orientation Programme (EOP)
FDW HouseHold Competency On-Site Training Program
Settling-In-Programme (SIP)
Liaison with embassies
Medical check-up
Comprehensive insurance coverage
Waiver of security bond
Application of work permits
Application of WP via WP online or manual application via Singpost
Renewal of work permit
Cancellation of work permit
Booking of return passages

SERVICE FEES:

Agency fee: $1600
Documentation, training, sip, medical and transport: $500
Insurance: $300
Placement loan: $1,740 (non-experience helpers); $1,800 (experienced helpers)

HELPER SALARY:

Non-experience helpers: $580
Experienced helpers: $600

OFFICE HOURS:
Mon to Fri: 1100 – 20:00
Sat & Sun: 14:00 – 18:00

CONTACT:
Main Office (By appointment only)
Address: 865 Mountbatten Rd, #01-50 Katong Shopping Centre, Singapore 437844
Phone: 6447 1636

Branch Office
Address: 304 Orchard Rd, #04-71 Lucky Plaza, Singapore 238863
Phone: 6447 3694

WEBSITE: http://www.faithemploymentagency.com.sg/

Crislo Employment Agency Review (Services, Pricing & Key Details)

Crislo Employment Agency is among the agencies that own the highest number of placement volume. As we know placement volume is all about the number of FDW workpasses approved for the agency in one year, so Crislo’s currently achieved number of 1284 promises more success chance of hiring a foreign helper when an employer choose to go with their service.

Crislo’s offices operate seven days per week until evening so it is the agency to check out in your off-office hours. You can start your employment journey by calling one of their four offices to be provided with biodatas of helper candidates.

SERVICES:

Foreign domestic workers (New FDW/Transfer FDW)
Work permit application/Renewal/Cancellation
Passport renewal
Insurance/Banker’s guarantee
Direct hiring
Repatriation services
Home leave application
Counselling
English/Mandarin speaking maids
Manpower consultancy

PACKAGES:
Indonesia package with unlimited replacement within 6 months:

Agency fee: $988 (fresh helpers); $1088 – $1188 (experienced helpers)
Placement fee: $2296 – $3680
Helper salary: $500 (fresh helpers); $550 – $580 (experienced helpers)

Filipino package with unlimited replacement within 12 months:

Agency fee: $988 (fresh helpers); $1088 – $1188 (experienced helpers)
Placement fee: $3000
Helper salary: $520 (fresh helpers); $550 – $580 (experienced helpers)

Myanmar package with one replacement within 12 months:

Agency fee: $588 (fresh helpers); $688 (experienced helpers)
Placement fee: $2500 – $3600
Helper salary: $450 (fresh helpers); $500 (experienced helpers)

OFFICE HOURS:
Mon – Fri: 10:30 to 20:00
Sat & Sun: 10:30 to 18:00

BRANCHES:
@ People’ Park
Address: 1 Park Rd., People’s Park Complex #03-01/#03-80 Singapore 059108
Phone: 6438 3353 / 6438 3069
Email: ppc@crislo.sg

@ Bukit Timah
Address: 170 Upp Bukit Timah Road, #02-57 Bukit Timah Shopping Centre, Singapore 588179
Phone: 6469 7333 / 6468 2573
Email: bt@crislo.sg

@ Katong
Adress: 865 Mountbatten Road, #01-15 Katong Shopping Centre Singapore 437844
Phone: 6345 7333 / 6345 5693
Email: kt@crislo.sg

@ Hougang Green
Address: 21 Hougang Street 51, #02-01 Hougang Green Shopping Mall, Singapore 538719
Phone: 6343 7333 / 6343 6902
Email: hg@crislo.sg

WEBSITE: http://crislo.sg/

JL Employment Services Review: Is It Worth It?

Good customer service is the selling point of JL Employment services. Their sincere staff has gained our trust from the moment of exchanging phone conversation. They guide employers through the whole process with care from their warm hearts. And this works in its own way because after all we deserve a comfortable experience even when looking to hire a helper – one of the hardest jobs in our daily life.

SERVICES

Providing of Indonesian, Filipino, Myanmar and Indian foreign domestic workers
Direct hiring of your own foreign domestic helper to work in Singapore
Home leave processing for embassy endorsement
Application & cancellation of work permits
Renewal of Philippine and Indonesian passports
Renewal of work permit
Medical checkup
Purchasing of Insurance and Banker’s guarantee
Booking and purchasing of air tickets
Transportation and escort services for your domestic worker
Placement of transfer domestic worker in Singapore
Lodging of transfer domestic worker during your vacation

PACKAGES
Filipino package with one replacement within 6 months:

Agency fee: $480
All administrative costs: $732.80 (experienced Singapore transfer helpers); $882.80 (others)
Placement fee: $2000

Indonesian package with one replacement of new maid within 3 months:

Agency fee: $1288 (fresh helpers); $1488 (experienced helpers)
All administrative costs: $200 (experienced Singapore transfer helpers); $350 (others)
Placement fee: $2500 – $3000

CONTACT
Address: 1 Jalan Anak Bukit, #B1-54A Bukit Timah Plaza, Singapore 588996
Phone: (65) 6468 8083

121 Personnel Services Pte. Ltd. Review (Services, Pricing & Key Details)

With over 19 years of experience, 121 Personnel Services is one of the renowned names in the maid agencies across Singapore. Besides great customer services and professional staff, their Match-Point System is quite impressive that let you have what you actually need. With all this, they offer the most reasonable prices in this sector. Another great news is; they have no placement fees, unlike other agencies!

HIGHLIGHTS:

No placement fee: Yes! You have read it right. 121 Personnel Services has no placement fee, which is commonly known as maid’s loan. Thanks to their praiseworthy sourcing mechanism for maids.
The most reasonable prices: The prices that 121 Personnel Services offers are among the most reasonable industry prices. With this, you will not see them compromising on their service quality or their staff’s professionalism.
Automated match-point system: 121 Personnel Services has an innovative matchmaking system to provide you with what you need. You can pick and choose your desires regarding the experience, skillset and other requirements for your maid. The system will offer you the best match along with a quick estimation of cost as well. Impressive!
Excellent customer care: No matter you are a new customer, an active client or an existing customer, the customer services of 121 Personnel Services is above par. Their customer services agents can understand all your concerns and never disappoint you with their services.

SERVICES:

Recruit helper(s) who is/are transferring to another employer in Singapore
Bringing your own helper(s) from overseas to work in Singapore
Doing the processing work when you find your own helper
Recruiting new helper from overseas
Renewal of passport and work permit
Appealing to the Ministry of Manpower should your application be rejected

PACKAGES & AGENCY SERVICE FEES:

Platinum ($868): 3-year guarantee with 2 free replacements (exclude maid insurance and fee paid to MOM)
Gold ($698): 1 year 3 months guarantee with 1 free replacement (exclude maid insurance and fee paid to MOM)
Silver ($628): No guarantee but discounted price for replacement (exclude maid insurance and fee paid to MOM)

Peperoni Pizzeria Review

At Peperoni Pizzeria, the generous yummy toppings shine alongside the crispy thin crust. You can order those delicious Italian wood-fired pizzas to enjoy in the comfort of your home.

Delivery service is available mainly around its four outlets at Binjai Park, Zion Road, Frankel Avenue and Biopolis Road. It usually takes 40 to 50 minutes at non-peak times and 60 to 90 minutes at peak times like weekends or public holidays for the pizzas to arrive at your home, so early ordering is a smart choice.

NOTES

You will get 10% discount for online orders through the restaurant’s website.
A S$10 dine-in/takeaway voucher is given for any orders of S$60 and above.

Spizza Review

Named all the pizzas with popular lady names like Anna, Donna and Sofia, Spizza would like us to make friend with the beauties and be inspired by their beauty. No matter what names they are, these lady pizzas have one thing in common: slim body. Yes, there are around 25 thin-crusted pizza options on the delivery menu for you to choose from.

Fresh and high quality ingredients used make this shop’s authentic wood-fired pizzas a delicious piece of Italia right in Singapore. Vegetarians can choose to go with Margherita, Laura, Claudia, Elisa or Quinta and enjoy all the goodness that non-meat ingredients have to offer.

Besides pizzas, a wide selection of salads, Italian antipasti and sides, pasta and oven-baked dishes are also available for delivery.

You can get your foods presented on your tables within about one hour after ordering.

NOTE: Delivery charges are subject to GST

Pizza Hut Review

To many Singaporeans, Pizza Hut is part of our childhood. Until now, we still love the delicious pizzas, the efficient service and the frequent promotions of this more-than-30-year pizza delivery service.

Pizza Hut never fails to bring hot and fresh pizzas to our table. We are grateful for all the good things the special designed Hot Pouches can do to keep the pizzas as beautiful as when they are just out of the oven.

With twenty eight outlets across Singapore, Pizza Hut provides fast delivery service islandwide. You will receive your pizzas within 45-minutes after your order placed.

NOTE: It is recommended placing orders through their website as promotions and hot deals for online ordering are frequently on offer.

Domino’s Pizza Review

If there is an urgent need for having hot pizzas on your table in short time, you can rely on the service of Domino’s Pizza. This world-famous food delivery service is confident that the staff is able to hand the delicious pizzas to you within 30 minutes (including the time for baking and delivering) after your orders placed; otherwise, Domino’s will give you a free pizza voucher for subsequent use.

And the better thing is that there is no GST, all the prices published on their website are Nett prices.

NOTE: You can use their useful online GPS Tracker (Great Pizza Service Tracker) to track your order from the moment your order is placed to the time your pizzas leave the store.

Jaan

A touch of romance
JAAN is a small restaurant that can accommodate only 40 people max. The restaurant’s decoration is minimalist, using the entire-length-of-the-ceiling crystal and silver free-form chandelier as the only highlight. The restaurant exudes an intimate and romantic ambience, set by the sophisticated lighting and the gorgeous backdrop of the Marina Bay.

The view is magnificent as JAAN is situated on the 70^th floor of the Swissotel. No matter where is your table, your eyes still can capture a beautiful view over Marina Bay. Anything is better than treating your palate with the finest French foods while your eyes are feasted on the most wonderful view Singapore has to offer?

Food
Serving Artisanal French cuisine, JAAN’s dishes have been praised to be at Michelin standard, comparable with those in the best restaurants around the world. Whether you go with a la carte menu or set menus, things can never go wrong. Chef Julien Royer’s signature dishes like 55′ rosemary smoked egg and hay roasted pigeon will show you the finest parts of French culinary art.

Price range
S$168++ – S$298++

Kong Kee Seafood Restaurant Review

Being a restaurant, Kong Kee does have plenty of dishes listed on its menu. The restaurant specializes in seafood, particularly Giant Grouper, but is more famous for its KL Hokkien Mee. So, Kong Kee is the go-to place of customers who are looking to satiate their cravings for the said noodle dish.

HIGHLIGHTS:

Authentic KL style Hokkien Mee: This dish is not your typical yellow and white noodle but the inspiration is primarily derived from Kuala Lumpur’s cuisine. Thus, the thick noodles are darker in color soaked in dark soy sauce and then topped with chunks of crispy lard. What are more? All the ingredients as well as the chef are imported from KL. So this could be the closest version of KL Hokkien mee that you can find in Singapore.
Restaurant setting; laid back ambiance: In a restaurant setting, you can relax and enjoy the foods to your heart’s content. There’s an air conditioned dining space indoors, where small groups of people can enjoy a communal dining experience.

NOTE: A generous amount of crispy pork lard is mixed teasingly in the black noodles, which is great for those who really love lard in their Hokkien Mee.

PRICE: Price starts from S$5 for a plate of Hokkien mee

OPENING HOURS: Daily 11:00 – 01:00

CONTACT
Address: 611/613 Geylang Road Lorong 31, Singapore 389550
Tel: (65) 6443 8221

Geylang Lor 29 Fried Hokkien Mee Review

Many locals would drive all the way to East Coast Road to have a plate of the best Hokkien Mee in town. To many foodies and casual eaters, Geylang Lor 29 is a top contender. It’s particularly different as the chef still uses charcoal fire to cook up the noodle dish.

HIGHLIGHTS:

Noticeable wok hei notes: This is like a major throwback to the ’60s when charcoal fire was prominently used by hawker stall persons to cook noodle dishes. Geylang Lor 29 has been serving up this classic hawker food since, and it never fails to deliver. You likely turn up your nose for this dish to savour the smoky fragrance!
Generous amount of seafood: Fans of seafood will love Geylang Lor 29’s Hokkien noodles as the fresh prawns and squids given in each plate are more generous than what offered in other places.
Offers three different dishes: Aside from the famous fried prawn Hokkien Mee, oyster omelette and carrot cake are also on offer. Both taste good and are a perfect company for the guests while waiting for their Hokkien mee.

NOTES:

A regular serving of this stall’s Hokkien noodles can feed up to two persons, while the upsized serving is suitable for 3 to 4 persons.
30-minute waiting time is expected.
The original Geylang Lor 29 Swee Guan Hokkien Mee at Sing Lian Eating House in Geylang is run by the brother of Geylang Lor 29 Fried Hokkien Mee at East Coast.

PRICE: S$5 (Regular)

OPENING HOURS:

Tuesday to Sunday: 11:30 – 21:30
Closed on Mondays

CONTACT:

Address: 396 East Coast Road, Singapore 428994
Tel: (65) 6242 0080

Ah Hock Fried Hokkien Noodles Review

Located at the quaint Chomp Chomp Food Centre, Ah Hock draws the crowd in with its drier than usual and flavourful Hokkien mee. This stall can get busy during peak meal hours, so expect to queue up in a long line and wait 30 to 40 minutes for your food to arrive on your table.

HIGHLIGHTS:

Pieces of prawn and squid hidden at the bottom: This is particularly interesting because this might be the reason for the savoury of the seafood. Prawn and squid are tucked in the bottom, soaking up the gravy and the natural flavours of the other ingredients.
Pork stock instead of pork strips, bellies, or lard: This means loyal seafood lovers and those who refrain from pork fat will love Ah Hock’s wholesomeness. The pork stock is actually reduced into a gravy which is then absorbed by the thin bee hoon noodles.

NOTE: Chopped chilli is served instead of sambal.

PRICE: 3-dollar, 4-dollar, and 5-dollar portions are available.

OPENING HOURS:

Daily: 17:30 – 00:00
Closed on alternate Tuesday

LOCATION: Chomp Chomp Food Centre Stall 27, Serangoon Gardens

Nam Sing Hokkien Fried Mee Review

Nam Sing’s Hokkien mee is characterised by its dryness and balanced taste of multiple ingredients. Another unique charm of this stall is that fine bee hoon is used instead of thick bee hoon, popular among typical Hokkien mee stalls, and somehow it works! Nam Sing is located at the Old Airport Road Food Centre so travelers and expats interested in this dish should be able to find it easily.

HIGHLIGHTS:

Fine bee hoon over the thick ones: Don’t be too quick to judge, though. The fine bee hoon noodles do a great job in absorbing the gravy base well, so are the juicy flavours of the other ingredients. As a result, you will have a dry to moistened Hokkien mee but packed with seafood, chili, and egg flavours.
Chopped red chilies for the extra kick: As though the strong savoury of the noodle itself is not enough, Nam Sing lets you add its freshly chopped chilies into the mix alongside a piece of lemon. It is somewhat a game changer for those who appreciate it more over the traditional sambal chili sauce.

NOTE: Food preparation is approximately 30 minutes so it is best to have something to snack on while waiting. Also, those who try to keep their hands off lard might appreciate Nam Sing’s lard-free noodles.

PRICE: S$5 (Small), S$8 (medium)

OPENING HOURS:

Daily: 07:00 till sold out
Closed on random days

CONTACT:

Address: Old Airport Road Food Centre #01-32, 51 Old Airport Road, S390051
Tel: (65) 6440 5340

Come Daily Fried Hokkien Prawn Mee Review

Always serving up gooey, moist fried Hokkien mee, Come Daily Fried Hokkien Prawn Mee (aka Tian Tian Lai) is a sure-hit to Singaporeans. It is the food stall where you can proudly introduce your foreign friends to this popular local stir-fried noodles dish. The eatery is conveniently located at Toa Payoh, which is known for hosting some of the better hawker centres in the area.

HIGHLIGHTS:

Strong prawn stock flavour: Some Hokkien mee houses use chicken or pork broth so Come Daily’s strong prawn flavour does make a difference. Its wok hei fried noodles infused with rich and sweet prawn stock and served with spicy sambal will let you know you are having the right plate of Hokkien prawn mee.
Pork belly strips and pork lard: While most Hokkien mee stalls in Singapore are big on seafood toppings like squid and prawn, Come Daily uses a small amount of seafood but generously mixes pork belly strips and lard crackles into the noodles. The fat is infused perfectly with the stock, and thus adding depth to its tasty flavour.

NOTE: 30-minute waiting time is expected.

PRICE RANGE: The Hokkien Mee is offered in 4-dollar, 5-dollar, and 8-dollar portions.

OPENING HOURS:

Tuesday to Sunday: 09:30 – 18:00
Closed on Mondays

CONTACT:
Address: #02-27, Blk 127, Toa Payoh Lor 1, S310127
Tel: (65) 6251 8542

Wei Yi Laksa & Prawn Noodle Review

West siders take pride in having the best laksa through Wei Yi. It is one of the few hawker stalls that allow customers to actually choose their favorites from various sets of ingredients. The serving may vary depending on sizes but the meaty toppings always come in generous amounts.

HIGHLIGHTS:

Build your own laksa: Unlike other laksa stalls serving their bowls with fixed sets of ingredients, Wei Yi lets diners build their laksa meals by choosing their favorite stuff. You can mix and match cockles, chicken, prawns, and fried bean curd depending on your mood.
Deliciously intense flavour: If you’re used to Katong laksa, then you might probably expect that laksa in the west or in the north is no different – mildly spiced, creamy, and looks like flaming sunset in colour. Wei Yi’s laksa does look darker in curry colour but surprisingly, it is neither overly tangy nor sweetened.
Open as early as 05:30 in the morning, so you now know your place for a delicious bowl of laksa when the early bird in you wants this dish for breakfast.

NOTES:

Wei Yi also offers very good prawn noodles.
15-to-30-minute waiting time should be expected.

928 Yishun Laksa Review

Known for having the best laksa in the North, 928 Yishun is a must-visit destination for laksa fans being around Yishun area. However, brace yourself for the long queue that can seem endless because this place is just downright popular.

HIGHLIGHTS:

Generous amounts of ingredients: For some, the best laksa should have generous amounts of ingredients, and this laksa doesn’t disappoint with each bowl being loaded with delicious stuff. A small bowl is already filled with fried beancurd, hard-boiled egg, beansprouts, fish cakes, and cockles/crab sticks, so no need to pay more for additional toppings.
You can add your own chili paste and laksa leaves: If you prefer your curry to be extra savoury, the homemade sambal chili and laksa leaves are on the tables for you to help yourself.
Choose your own type of noodles: Choose among thin bee hoon, thick bee hoon or yellow noodle depending on your own preferences. This is definitely a must-try for food explorers who are keen to find the most suitable laksa for their taste.
Homemade chilli sambal: Prepared by the owner, this stall chilli sambal celebrates the sweetness from shallots, the savoriness from dried shrimps and the spiciness from chillies. Let this condiment complement your bowl of laksa.
Economical prices at S$2.80 – S$3.30: Always on budget? This laksa shop is perfect with its reasonably priced food items. A small bowl of laksa costs S$2.80 and is available for upgrades, if you have a big appetite. Yishun’s pricing is definitely much cheaper than most laksa shops in Singapore.

NOTES:

You may ask the chef to replace your cockles with crabsticks.
During the hot summer days, you might want to order your to-go Yishun laksa. The dining space is too small and ventilation is quite poor.

Janggut Laksa Review

From the original makers of Katong Laksa, Janggut is a rebranded food stall whose quality and authenticity of the original noodle dish remains the same. It competes against 328 Katong Laksa for having the original and best laksa ever produced in Singapore. And what makes the rivalry even more interesting is their close proximity to each other at Queensway Shopping Centre.

HIGHLIGHTS:

Mildly spiced soup base but still full of flavours: This means that the curry soup does not leave an overwhelming taste in the mouth, so it is ideal for those who dig saucy food with the right amount of tanginess. Plus, the serving is great for one person so eating this dish down to the last bite does not require hard work.
Tasty sambal chili: Because the soup is mildly spiced with chillies, you may opt to add a spoonful of the shop’s tasty sambal chili to add depth to the sweet flavour of the curry.

NOTE: The chicken curry offered at this stall is as equally good as the laksa.

Depot Road Zhen Shan Mei Claypot Laksa Review

Those who love clay pot dishes might find Depot Road’s spicy noodle soup the best Laksa. If you frequent Alexandra Road and a sudden urge to chomp down a bowl of laksa dawns on you, it’s either you might end up with katong laksa at Queensway Shopping Centre or the clay pot version by Depot Road at Alexandra Village.

HIGHLIGHTS:

Laksa in clay pots: Yes, clay pots retain heat well – perfect for those who always eat with a friend or two. Be sure that your laksa is still hot and flavorful over chatting.
The thickest and creamiest version of laksa in town: Cooked in a clay pot, the laksa here tastes thick and rich as it is by appearance. Think carbonara, but only doused in spicy seafood and coconut-based gravy and garnished with coriander. Topped with fish cake, prawns, shredded chicken meat, and cockles, the laksa at this store is something to die for.

NOTE: The store opens as early as 8:30 AM so it makes a great breakfast place for the early birds. If you want to power up your day big time, order a medium or large-sized laksa, but if you’re looking after your diet, a small clay pot will do.

328 Katong Laksa Review

When it comes to finding the best Laksa in Singapore, many locals wouldn’t look beyond East Coast Road. It doesn’t help that beating celebrity Chef Gordon Ramsay in a 2013 cooking showdown has made 328 Katong Laksa extra famous. What made it so special to its fans and curious foodies is its extremely delicious and aromatic coconut-based curry soup.

HIGHLIGHTS:

Offers the best Katong-style laksa gravy: This gravy is the epitome of balance in taste and texture coming from all of the ingredients such as coconut milk, chili, dried shrimps, and herbs. It somehow reminds Singaporeans of home and the grandma’s laksa.
Delicious otah to whet appetite or to complement the laksa: This grilled-in-banana-leaves spicy fish cake is the perfect appetizer or side dish to go with the creamy laksa. Imagine how aromatic Otah must be, and what a way to whet your appetite for yet another seafood-intensive noodle soup.

NOTES:

It also has multiple outlets across the island such as in Queensway, Westgate, and Thomson Road.
The menu is small, consisting only laksa, otah, nasi lemak and lime juice.
Air-conditioned dining area available

Honeycomb (Closed)

One of the first Korean soft serve brands to arrive in Singapore, Honeycomb has surely gained a lot of loyal fans. Expect long queues in its popular outlet but Apple & Cinnamon, which is the best Korean soft serve it offers, will compensate for your effort. Honeycomb is known for its classic flavours, perfect for first-timers who want to have a safe soft serve experience.

HIGHLIGHTS:

A 2-in-1-dessert destination where you can have both the soft serve and frozen yogurt: If you like your soft serve strong and sweet, Honeycomb won’t disappoint. This brand only uses fresh milk for their soft serve flavours so the distinct milky and creamy taste may linger in the mouth. For those not in the mood for a milky soft serve, then by all means, the yoghurt-based variant may work. Be aware that there might be a noticeable difference between the two especially when mixed up with other ingredients. Some say that the honeycomb flavour does taste better with yoghurt than soft serve.
Get your right sweetness level hit with the honey syringe: Albeit gimmicky, it is still something that will catch your attention and make your soft serve more beautiful. It’s probably one factor that made Honeycomb popular among Singaporeans but in fairness to the quality of the honey, it seem to not change a bit despite being inserted into a syringe tube.

Flavours
Honeycomb’s soft serve flavours are limited to 5 – Classic, Chocolate, Caramel, Matcha, Apple & Cinnamon. All of these flavours already come with a chunk of honeycomb and liquid honey.

Recommended Flavours
– Apple and Cinnamon
– Matcha

Price Range: S$6 – S$7

Honey Crème Review

Yet another soft serve brand where long queues all-day are a normal scenario, Honey Crème must be doing something better than the rest of its competitors. It offers a wide variety of flavours, some of which are introduced seasonally, and they come in generous portions for the prices you can afford.

HIGHLIGHTS:

Rich, smooth, and silky soft serve ice cream: At Honey Crème, the soft serve ice cream shows a perfect balance between all flavours and the way they were mixed up altogether (i.e. handmade technique). Hence, the rich and silky smooth consistency.
New flavours may be introduced occasionally: This year’s Chinese New Year, Honey Crème had Alishan milk tea and Yuan Yang flavours on its menu. And to celebrate SG50, this ice cream parlour introduces the local favorite flavour Honey Creme Pandan Gula Melaka from 1 Jun 2015 to 30 Sep 2015. So remember to watch out for the new flavour specials during public holidays or important occasions.
Organic cotton candy: Indeed, a fresh spin on this candy floss, the cotton candy is made healthier than before with the use of organic sugar and natural flavouring. The cotton candy is also stuffed with Italian pink rock salt to balance out the natural sweetness of both of the candy and the ice cream.

Flavours
Honey Crème have more than ten flavours on its daily menu. The flavours range from classic to signature ones like Organic Mixed Grains, Macaroon, Dark Chocolate, Honeycomb, and Chocolate Beans. Coffee lovers with a sweet tooth may like the Organic Cotton Candy Affogato flavour. You can drizzle a shot of espresso into the cotton candy however you like it.

Toppings
The toppings may vary depending on the flavour of your choice. It can be as simple as dark chocolate syrup for the dark chocolate flavour. Or, it can be as complex as having a mixture of grains such as brown rice, flax seeds, oats, pearl barley, soy beans, rye, black sesame seeds, and black glutinous rice.

Recommended Flavours
– Comb Honey
– Caramel Popcorn
– Honey Creme Affogato
– Honey Creme Organic Mixed Grains

Price Range: S$5.50 – S$6.50

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