There is something intrinsically comforting about a big communal pot of dual simmering soups where you cook your choice of quality ingredients. And if the soups are made from scratch and MSG-free, even better! My recommended picks would be the fragrant wild mushroom ($14) and the very drinkable "ma la" ($14) that was much more broth than slick chilli oil.

Because I am a sucker for meats, the wide array offered at Long Qing made me a very happy person. Love the tender ribeye ($18), U.S. short rib ($22) and clean-tasting Hungarian pork belly ($12). The owner James told us that the kitchen crew only slices the frozen meats upon customers' order which is why they look so neat and presentable.

We were fanatic about their uber addictive luncheon meat and crisp beancurd skin rolls as well ($6.80 each), and had to keep those coming throughout the night!

Another plus is their selection of appetisers which I suggest ordering a few to share before you embark on the steamboat. If you have the same exotic taste as me, you'll not want to miss out on the spicy chilled pig's ears.

Long Qing also offer three options for set meals for 2 pax priced at $55, $60 and $65.

* All prices stated are before tax.

Thanks @burpple for the invitation to the tasting hosted by @longqingsingapore