Abalone Gim Pasta After a not-so-impressive dinner two years ago, I went back to Anju recently for their Abalone Gim Pasta ($34). As that odd girl who orders an entire plate of pasta (meant for sharing) all to herself; I really enjoyed the slurpy chilled noodles. With quite the chewy bite, the thin al dente strands were well-coated with oyster sauce, seaweed sauce and perilla oil. Tangy with hints of savouriness and earthy-sweetness. Dressed together with chopped perilla leaves, the plump sous vide sliced abalone was superbly sweet too, and fresh-tasting with a lovely buttery aftertaste. The aromatic greens and the inclusion of pickled shallots also provided a nice gentle crunch into the mix.

Bossam ($50) Pork Belly l Pickled Mushroom l Dried Squid l Dried Radish l Pickled Garlic Shoot l Baby Romaine Lettuce Wooow this was good!! The pork belly was perfectly caramelised, each piece had a nice char and smoky flavour, and was soooo soft and tender. It was pretty fatty, but still very meaty. It got a bit too fatty for me after a few pieces so I had to remove the fats. Sides were really nice too. The pickled garlic shoot was super good, felt like an interesting version of an asparagus. Dried radish and squid was crunchy and lightly spicy-sweet, and pickled mushrooms were p interesting, I didn’t expect them to be pickled so it was something different, having that sourness. Baby romaine was crisp and was a great vessel to hold everything. Thought this would also go well with rice! It’s a great dish, I would definitely have it again. Felt that portion was pretty huge.

Baek Kimchi ($7) White kimchi l Radish l Red Dates It’s white kimchi! With briny and sour flavours, it was rather refreshing, crunchy and delicate. The red dates gave a nice complementary natural sweetness. Worth a try!

Horrible Experience My friend ordered a medium rare steak and all she have gotten was a rare steak, the steak was so horrible, the outer layer was way too charred and the inside was rare! Despite the replacement, the outer layer of the steak still remained v charred. Besides that, we even order a glass for sangria each, their house pour wine was soooo bad that sangria was so difficult to swallow and it not longer sweet as it was supposed to taste like!

$50 Cash Voucher ($45) Come by this cosy spot on Club Street for Aussie inspired wood fired fare cooked in an oven handmade by the owner himself! Order the Pumpkin & Sage Gnocchi ($24) for roasted sumac, baby spinach and homemade pasta, Greek Chicken Souvlakis ($28) for sour-cream tzatziki, avocado chunks, feta, and fresh couscous salad, and Charcoal steak ($36) for fresh avo chimmichurri and charred asparagus potato salad. Complete your meal with wines, cocktails or any of their beers on tap! Photo by Burppler matthew ang

Not Coming Here Again - At Least Not For The Pizza I dropped by a year ago and my mother wouldn’t shut up about the pizza I doggy bagged home. Finally had the time to pop by and I picked up 2 pizzas - to my horrific surprise, they were really badly made - look at the distribution of ingredients, and flat out tasted of nothing. No flavour. Severely lacking salt - the dough was also raw at the bottom. Any pizza chain or frozen pizza would’ve been a much better choice. The mains looks far better and if I go back, I’ll be staying far far away from the pizza

1-For-1 Main Dish (save~$18) Looking for a chill, laptop-friendly spot in the CBD? Genius Central has got you covered! Whether you’re here to work, meet, or just vibe outside of the office, this cosy co-working space offers a perfect environment for productivity. Plus, you can fuel up with their in-house dining that caters to all diets – making it easy to grab a bite before or after your work session. And the best part? #BurppleBeyond members, don’t miss out on their 1-For-1 Main Dish deal! Fan favourites include the vegetarian cheese quesadilla – indulgent but with less guilt – and their rich salmon risotto. If you’re craving something juicy, the portobello mushroom patty is a must-try! Photo by Burppler MIn.

Falafel Bowl A cosy co-working space with comfortable meeting area, and of course they also serves some in-house dining as well. I ordered their falafel bowl without much expectation and was surprised with the portion. It is actually very big and fulfilling meal for one person. Comes with lots of mixed mesclun, cherry tomato salsa and tabouleh. Of course with their house-made falafel you can’t go without the humus, which they provided 2 type of it; included the traditional and beetroot. Accompanied by mixed herbs, avocado, house-made plant-based raita, house-made flatbread, dukkah and almonds. I need some protein for my lunch, which is why I also added some organic chicken to my bowl.

i! love! genius! central! forever an advocate of this place!! love the atmosphere and spaciousness of the restaurant, and how friendly the staff are. i always get my cheese quesadilla and top it up with chicken :) it’s not the cheapest but i always come out feeling extra full and hearty i love the sides and the spices too. my friend got the falafel set and that was pretty GREAT too. can’t wait to try other things on their menu

Sashimi Saba Shioyaki Set Each set comes with miso soup, salad and rice. The accompanying sashimi (salmon, tuna & yellowtail) were very fresh and the saba was nicely grilled with succulent and juicy flesh underneath the crispy skin. While the food was good, the price is on the high side 》$27.80

Sashimi Salmon Mentai Set Each set comes with miso soup, salad and rice. The accompanying sashimi (salmon, tuna & yellowtail) were very fresh. The salmon was cooked just right that flakes nicely with crispy salmon skin. Topped with a layer of half-torched mentaiko that makes it addictive. While the food was good, the price is on the high side 》$27.80

Not Bad But Not Unique It's a decent Japanese place with good quality ingredients. Nothing makes it stand out from the crowd. I would not eat here if not for burrple 1 for 1 deals but worth a try. The area is quiet and empty on weekends.

Teriyaki Salmon Rice Bowl Grilled teriyaki salmon, quinoa, Japanese rice, black rice, spinach, corn, mushroom, onsen egg, blistered tomato, zucchini pickle, edamame, sautéed carrots I was surprised at the generous portion of quinoa and rice with a variety of colourful ingredients. The slab of salmon was done perfectly with crispy skin and flesh without being too dry lightly drizzled with teriyaki sauce and sprinkles of sesame seed 》$18.50

Bad service if you get any!! It is one of the worse places for just coffee! No service and if at all bad. Staff came in and out as waiting for a table. When being served by one, whom walked away to say he will get us the table and he never came back. It’s a madhouse. Had to also wait for clean cups for water. Took over 10 mins to get attention of staff. Would not recommend it. Better places elsewhere.

beef sandwich pretty good! the bread was very fluffy and the sweet potato fries were good!! beef was pretty tender and meaty but wasn’t juicy enough

Flavours of Japan Afternoon Tea InterContinental Singapore is set to enchant afternoon tea enthusiasts once more with The Lobby Lounge’s refreshed offerings: the revamped Heritage Royale Afternoon Tea and the eagerly anticipated Flavours of Japan Afternoon Tea. Missing your Japan trip? Let The Lobby Lounge’s Flavours of Japan Afternoon Tea whisk you away to Japan, even if only for a moment. The refreshed menu reimagines classic Japanese treats with a modern twist. Savor savory delights like the Baked Miso Black Cod, where delicate Atlantic Cod meets miso eggplant; Charcoal Barbeque Eel Quiche, combining smoky Unagi with creamy Tamago in a flaky crust; and the Japanese Lobster Salad Sandwich, featuring rich lobster with mentaiko, Itokiri Togarashi and Tobiko in toasted brioche. For dessert, indulge in the Japanese Matcha Roll with its blend of matcha and roasted almond sponge, filled with Hojicha mascarpone cream. Delight in Mizu Shingen Mochi, a delicate, jelly-like treat dusted with Kinako and drizzled with Kuromitsu black honey. The Kurogoma Ryokucha Mousse offers a harmonious mix of black sesame cream and spongy cake texture. Immerse yourself in this elevated afternoon tea experience where traditional Japanese flavors are transformed into modern masterpieces, all set against the backdrop of The Lobby Lounge's refined ambiance.

You Have To Try This Japanese Afternoon Tea The crowd favourite and returning Flavours of Japanese Afternoon Tea is now available at The Lobby Lounge, InterContinental Singapore. Classic Japanese sweets and savoury delights adorned the tower trays with bite-sized treats such as the Baked Miso Black Cod and Seafood Inari with Shoyu Ikura. For the sweets, I personally like the Yuzu Kumquat Mame which is a soya panna cotta base with mascat grape consommé. Do not miss out on the scones, a quintessential item for an afternoon tea and for this rendition, there is the dried Japanese persimmon scones, paired with the assortment of condiments.

Snow Bird's Nest and Caramel Apple Choux Step into a world of opulence and elegance with the Celestial Bird's Nest Afternoon Tea at InterContinental Singapore. This enchanting experience is presented on a stunning three-tier gold stand, with a treasure box that unlocks to a luxurious treat. Highlights include the Snow Bird's Nest and Caramel Apple Choux, which blend delicate textures with sweet indulgence. The Blood Bird's Nest Blackberries Tartlet offers a burst of fruity flavor, while the crowning jewel, the 24K Golden Bird's Nest, dazzles in a red dates consommé adorned with edible gold leaves. Not to be outdone, the savory selections are equally captivating. The Bird's Nest Jelly with Hokkaido Scallop and Oscietra Caviar is a symphony of flavors, combining the finest ingredients in perfect harmony. Available daily from now till 28 July 2024 1st Seating: 1:00pm to 3:00pm 2nd Seating: 3:30pm to 5:30pm Weekday: S$65++ per person Weekends: S$70++ per person Prices include one serving of loose-leaf tea or coffee and unlimited ice cream.

Herbal soup with braised pork rib ($13.90) Always come back for this comforting bowl of herbal creamy pork broth $8 nett per bowl after using burpple beyond! Really worth it considering how even food courts charge around this price nowadays.

Tomato Soup Braised Beef Noodle Tomato soup was sweet and savoury. The braised beef was also very flavourful. Noodles are on the softer side but still enjoyable. Worth with burpple 1 for 1

Tasty noodles Great 1-1 deal on all maibs. Sichuan vegetable base and Herbal bone broth is nice. Nice hearty and filling meal. Will come back! Staff was also nice to intro the menu and clarify my questions about Burrple Deal.

Ginger Lemonade / Iced Lemon Tea The ginger lemonade is made using actual fresh ginger juice. I like how the zing of fresh ginger plays off that sweet-tart base 》$6 Each

Miso Pork Belly Bowl The miso pork belly bowl comes with homemade pickled cabbage, yakiniku sauce, onsen egg, sesame seed, spring onion and chunky slices of pork belly laid on top. The pork belly was thick and slightly charred to a nice burnt flavour. It was tender and juicy but I couldn’t taste the miso. Dipping it with the yakinuku sauce helps with the flavouring 》$17.90

Chilli Crab Pasta Spaghetti cooked with homemade chilli crab sauce and curry leaves, presented with a crunchy soft shell crab on top. The pasta was al-dente with a chewy bite. The sauce was done with the right amount of sweetness and a tinge of spiciness 》$18.90

Nürnberger Pork Sausages | $21 [Takeaway] Balanced diet of meat, carbs and fibre Texture-wise slightly mushy apart from the sausages. Not too much sawing required if you’re feeding kids!

1 for 1 Entertainer Used the 1 for 1 deal and got myself the Bauernwurst ($22++) & Rosti Mit Schweinshaxn ($18++). The Rosti fall apart quite easily and lackluster. The Pork Knuckle was ok. For the Bauernwurst, the potato was alright but the sausage meat was mushy. Overall, is a good deal if you have the 1 for 1 deal else not worth it.

1 for 1 Mains Delicious food. Good service and convenient location. Good deal with burpple.

Not bad, reminiscent of a good laksa bowl! Dry Laksa ($18 1 for 1 with #burpplebeyond) - though the noodles were abit too soft, the sauce is thick and very flavourful, just like a good bowl of laksa. They gave 4 pretty huge prawns which were all plump and fresh! Not bad can try.

Pretty delicious Mentai Don! Salmon Mentai Don ($18 1 for 1 with #burpplebeyond) - mentaiko really can't go wrong and for this bowl they were pretty generous with the amount of sauce! As for the salmon pieces, it seems like it's lesser than that of Chirashi. I still love the rice in here! The onsen egg just pairs well with everything in here 😍

Chunky fresh pieces of sashimi, not bad Lecoq Chirashi ($16 1 for 1 with #burpplebeyond) - pretty generous with the sashimi ingredients, the sashimi pieces were fresh and chunky! I must say they gave alot of rice, but I ain't complaining because their rice were well seasoned and pretty darn addictive. Love the onsen egg as well, as it acts as a good medium to combine everything together!