PSA to matcha lovers for the newest Mister Donut x MORIHAN Uji Matcha Bliss collaboration! MORIHAN is a revered teahouse in Uji, Kyoto with over 180 years of expertise in crafting quality matcha under its belt. It has joined hands with Mister Donut to launch their new Uji Matcha Bliss series. Their 4 Uji Matcha Donuts will be launched in 2 drops:

- Uji Matcha Pon De Ring: 27 Feb to 2 Jun
- Uji Matcha Old Fashion: 27 Feb to 8 Apr
- Uji Matcha French & Uji Matcha Cream: 9 Apr to 2 Jun

Among these, I liked the Pon De Ring most for its chewy texture and the Uji Matcha Cream filled donut for its generous bittersweet matcha filling.

This was one soliddd Christmas chocolate cake we had! The Valrhona Dark Cherries Decadence Cake is a festive exclusive by Fanntasy Bakes - made with layers of 70% Valrhona chocolate cremeux, 62% Valrhona satilia and chocolate sponge on a crunchy base of almond feuillentine. In between the layers and on top, you will find Amarena Cherries included for that additional burst of fruity notes. This was very indulgent, very shiok! The husband and I actually finished it ourselves gosh 😂

Wasn’t a big fan of the doughy skin here although the filling was decent. Would have liked a better crisp!

Our main goal for our trip to Toa Payoh was to try Toa Payoh 94 Laksa. Decided on the large $5.80 bowl and it came with plump hum (you can ask for them to be blanched if you prefer), half an egg, prawns and fish cakes. The Nonya-style broth is made with a generous amount of hae bee - it’s coconutty, rich and not overly creamy. It was a pretty quick 15 min queue for us! Definitely something I would have again if I’m in the area. Do come by early as they usually sell out before their closing time at 2pm.

Finally made our way to hellu coffee for their famed Matcha Creamu! I’m all for how cute it looks, but I wasn’t a fan of how it leaned a lot more sweet and milky 🥺 Found the matcha a tad too powdery and it was very overpriced for its portion. Props to the friendly service staff though!

Haven’t had JUEWEI in a long time - I used to always get their Mala Lotus Root and Mala Kelp to snack on! They sell these in pre-packed boxes, but now have these Twin Delight sets that make it easier for you to try more at a go!

It’s 50% off from now till 24 Feb at all their outlets except City Gate and Jalan Besar for these:
- Mala Duck Wing & Mala Crayfish Tail ($9.90)
- Mala Crayfish Tail & Mala Cuttle Fish ($9.90)
- Mala Chicken Claw & Mala Duck Web ($7.90)
- Mala Lotus Root & Mala Beancurd Skin ($7.90)

My favorites were the Mala Crayfish Tail and Mala Cuttle Fish! Both had good heat and a lingering numbness.

Had these Ann Chin Popiah’s Party Sets recently when the friends came over! These were great for gatherings, with their fun DIY Popiah and Kueh Pie Tee Party Sets, Handmade Yam Cake and DIY Laksa. The Laksa was everyone’s top favourite of the day, but the rest were done very well too.

Loved how the DIY items came with the full range of ingredients you need, so it’s very convenient. The Kueh Pie Tee and Popiah’s crunchy topping especially, were so addictive. They also sell their signature handcrafted popiah skins and kueh pie tee shells on their own as well if you prefer to make your own filling.

Even the drinks here at Warabimochi Kamakura have a special base of their house-made warabimochi in different flavours! The texture is smooth, chewy and softer than their normal warabimochi pieces. Thought this was a very refreshing change from the usual boba, but I personally found the drinks either too sweet or too mild. If I got to rank, it would be coffee > hojicha > matcha > strawberry.

📍Warabimochi Kamakura
One Holland Village, #01-54

All the way from Japan, Warabimochi Kamakura is here on our island, with its first outlet at One Holland Village - pending a second store in Orchard!

LOVED their soft, lightly chewy and smooth warabimochi! 💛 These were generously dusted in kinako and are already very good on its own, but you can amp the sweetness up with a touch of their homemade kuromitsu too.

You can get them in 2-Piece Cup, 2-Piece Cup with Ice Cream and various sized boxes. I’ll be back soon to grab more of these!

📍Warabimochi Kamakura
One Holland Village, #01-54

For fellow Westies and fans of roast meats - Old Airport Road’s Roast Paradise has made their way to Jurong East!
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Our absolute favourite was the caramelised chunks of Char Siew. These were so tender and smoky, with just the right amount of sweetness. I especially loved the burnt ends for the crisp and char! The premium 不见天 (underarm) cut will satisfy with its extra oomph of fat, but don’t worry, as they offer leaner cuts as well. Their Herbal Roast Duck carried a hint of dang gui with a herbal sweet sauce to pair, while the Roast Pork comes with mustard.

Pair them all with Hakka noodles or rice, and if you dine-in, you get to enjoy complimentary soup. They’re also at Old Airport Road, Compassvale Link and Tampines Ave 12!

📍Roast Paradise
132 Jurong Gateway Road
Singapore

Here’s the brand new edition of the classic Shihlin Mee Sua for Lunar New Year, topped with abalones and a choice of its broth in the original flavour or mala spicy! I must say I was surprised by the mala flavour, it had a lingering numbness to it with a good kick of heat. I’m still a bigger fan of the original though. These are available for a limited time till 28 Feb 2024!

I absolutely LOVE snail noodles (螺狮粉) and have always been stocking up on my favourite instant packets to enjoy at home whenever the craving hits!
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The soup base is made of river snails and fermented bamboo shoots which give it a distinct pungent smell, making it a you ‘love it’ or ‘hate it’ kind of dish heh. Was very excited to try this place out! I had the classic soup option, but they offer it dry too.

While the soup base definitely wasn’t as punchy and ‘smelly’ as what I was hoping for (the instant packets have spoiled me 😂), it was still an enjoyable one with extra spice. You also get to opt for free upsize on the noodles and top up for additional toppings like fried egg, meats, etc.

📍柳州女婿 螺狮粉
6 Mosque Street
Singapore 059486