They say it’s not what you eat, but who you eat with. And while that’s true to a certain extent, for a foodie, flavour matters too. Here at Yat Ka Yan, it’s both where good company meets comforting dessert. It’s a cosy spot where everyone feels like one big family, and despite the long queue, it had a quick turnover rate.

Purple Rice Ice Cream ($5.50)
A rich and filling chilled dessert. The thick, creamy, and sticky black rice carries a natural sweetness, elevated by a drizzle of coconut milk that enhances its flavour profile. Topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, it adds extra chill and sweetness. While this dish is typically enjoyed hot, the cold version was surprisingly better. The rice starches thicken when chilled, creating a more pudding-like texture as the solidification brings out a richer, deeper mouthfeel that lingers pleasantly.

Chendol ($4)
A classic dessert featuring finely shaved ice topped with green pandan jelly and red beans, then generously drenched in creamy coconut milk and rich gula melaka. The green jelly was well-made, with a smooth and slightly chewy texture, while the red beans were sweet and sticky. The coconut milk was ladled on liberally, and the palm sugar added a deep, natural sweetness. There was also an unexpected savoury note that made the dessert even more appetising, possibly from salted caramel, which gave the overall flavour profile more depth and appeal.

Mini Soup Set of 3 ($6.80)
A trio of mini bowls, Black Sesame Paste, Walnut Paste, and Almond Cream, makes this set a good option for sampling multiple desserts in smaller portions. The Black Sesame Paste was light and smooth, slightly watery, with a moderately nutty and earthy flavour. We were hoping for a richer, more intense profile. The Walnut Paste had a thicker consistency but still felt somewhat watered down; the nuttiness was present, though a subtle sour note threw the balance off. Neither was quite to our liking, but the Almond Cream redeemed the set. It was thick, creamy, and pleasantly sweet.
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🚩Yat Ka Yan Dessert (Tan Quee Lan), 9 Tan Quee Lan St, 01-03, Singapore 188098
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