Brownies 1for1 To be honest, If not for burrple, I would have never knew of whisking well. Was exploring beyond when I notice an awesome looking burnt cheesecake. Too bad it was sold out when I came over on a lazy Sunday afternoon. Decided to get the brownies to try since I was already there. And I was certainly WOWed by the brownies, the hazelnut one was quite gelak, but it was quite good. What really impressed me, was the dark cocoa brownie, the brownie was crusty and it was so good. My wife who usually takes 1 bite and let me finish the rest, demanded we shared this. Lucky bought 2. Next time, will pre-order the cheesecake and come down to get 1for1 on their brownies again for sure. Take note, this physical store is only open on Saturday and Sunday.

1-1 Bakes They’re on #beyondburpple with 1-1 desserts, making all their bakes even more of a 𝑠𝑡𝑒𝑎𝑙! Would recommend their rich, fudgey and oozy brownies, and cookie lovers can check out their chunky renditions. Already planning on a return trip! Insta: cafehoppingkids

Cheesecake ($6.80) This ranks among the top of cafe/home based cheesecakes that we’ve tried, especially if taking value into account. Comprising a special mix of cheeses, it was more savory than sweet with funk, creaminess, and a velvety texture. Would recommend having it at room temperature for that extra creamy mouthfeel as it can feel a tad floury/dry when cold. Can’t quite compare to restaurant standards (I.e., Olivia) in terms of refinement but at half the price, this is one we’d keep returning for (if not for the relatively inconvenient location). Insta: cafehoppingkids

Hidden Western Gem Wanted to eat the claypot hokkien mee but it was closed. Was exploring around to explore this western stall which has a long history. I ordered the crispy chicken ($8.90) and I like it that it is thinly battered and chicken was moist. They also have free tartar sauce for you to take so it is good alternative other than chilli and tomato which is rare in a hawker. Toilet around the toilet was surprising clean too which is a first for a coffeeshop

Fish & Chips Have tried Master Chippy for so many years now. The fish is nicely fried and not too oily but the star of the dish are the fries!

Pacific Dory It's been a few years since I ate this fish & chips institution. I expected okay but the fish was really good! Fresh and plump. Conversely my sides were terrible. The mash tasted like those artificial ones and the rice was stupidly just plain white rice.

second time!!! 🍝 used burpple 1 for 1 for the mains - had the grilled salmon pasta (honestly 10/10 for us) & the steak pasta! salmon pasta was such cheesy goodness i regretted not getting it for myself! was eyeing my friend's dinner the whole time 😆😆😆 the steak was not bad but the dish as a whole was js quite mediocre. the sauce was rly salty & the aglio olio js wasn't very fragrant. would not order again total spent $28.80 for 2 dishes after discount - pretty worth !!!

1-1 dinner ordered the chicken parmigiana and grilled salmon pasta. the portions were really big that we almost struggled to finish it so definitely worth coming to try with the 1 for 1 deals! paid $28.80 total for the 2 mains. the chicken was nice and tender, with cheese on top that realy complemented the flavour:) tater tots was crispy and yummy!

1-1 Dinner at Sarnies! First time at Sarnies to celebrate a special occasion :) Angus Beef Stew was really hardly and super delicious!! (Super tasty and flavorful gravy and nice portion of beef and sides). Glad the place feels super casual, cozy and has great ambience. Highly recommend the Breadcrumbed Fried Portobello mushrooms. Staff Haziq, Kim and Navi are super friendly. Can't wait to come back!

Handmade Pastas Ordered the set lunch that came with mushroom soup, a salad, a main (we ordered their handcrafted gnocchi with tomato sauce and smoke ricotta) and a choice of vanilla/chocolate icecream. Portion sizes were decent and left feeling full and satisfied! Really worth given the large selection of handmade and high quality pastas. I especially loved their gnocchi which didn’t have too much of a doughy/floury texture as many other eateries do + the taste of potatoes was retained. They made the right choice of pairing it with the tomato sauce so that it wouldn’t be too heavy. Worth mentioning is their caprese appetizer - the cheese and tomato slices were really really fresh! Perfect combination when eaten with olive oil and vinegar. Service here was great as well. All the staff were really friendly and introduced the dishes to us with great detail. Thanks for the good experience!😊

1-1 Meal Ordered stracci which has a mellow taste but not to my liking and another one was lasagna which was better! Soup wise - mushroom soup would be the better choice.

Good Food And Ambience Came to this restaurant for dinner. Must commend the waiters for their excellent service. Food was good as well. The tomahawk steak was tender and juicy and the seafood spaghetti was firm and had lots of clams .

Shin Minori If you're in the mood for a satisfying Japanese buffet experience, Shin Minori is undoubtedly one of the better options around. The buffet offers an impressive variety of choices, including sashimi, aburi sushi, nori taco, sushi taco, inari, nigiri, maki, and temaki, ensuring that no one leaves disappointed. The sashimi is a standout—fresh, succulent, and served in generous portions. Sushi lovers will also be delighted by the range of creative sushi, handrolls, and maki. Each piece is well-prepared and visually appealing, with unique combinations that elevate the dining experience. With so many dishes to choose from, the extensive menu can feel overwhelming—in the best way possible. It's nearly impossible to try everything in one visit, which just gives you an excuse to come back for more. Overall, Shin Minori offers a wonderful balance of quality and variety, making it a go-to spot for Japanese food enthusiasts. Whether you're a sashimi purist or a sushi adventurer, this buffet has something for everyone.

Omizu lunch buffet! Tried the hotpot they have, with the spicy miso and white nabe soup. I found the soup base quite tasty. The ingredients come in really small portions so try to order more ingredients at one time. Do try their mochi for dessert too. But overall for the price per pax, very value for money and would come back again!

Omizu buffet lunch First time at this outlet after the outlet at Katong closed down. My favourite sushi is the aburi sushi! Also they have good sushi rolls. Place was packed so be prepared to wait for your food, some of the food we ordered actually didn’t make it. But overall for the price per pax, very value for money and would come back again!

Desserts 𝘿𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙚𝙧𝙩𝙨: Good for sharing as these are big portions! We enjoyed both the fruit-focused red wine poached pear with lemon curd (3.5⭐️; $15) and apple galette (3.5⭐️; $15).

Barramundi 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢 𝐞𝐧 𝐩𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐥𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐞 (4⭐️; $25) - Well-timed tender fish with aromatic and balanced tomato and fennel sauce. Previously popular for their pastas, Eleven Strands has undergone a menu revamp with an extensive offering of delicious food and desserts.

Squid ink risotto 𝐒𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐨 (4⭐️; $24) - Richly savory risotto with seafood aroma, paired with crispy fried tentacles.