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Movember at Flee Away Cafe
2014-11-18 108 views
Remember my previous post on Movember (Read post here), about growing a moustache during the month of November to create awareness in support of Men's health issues? I've found a cafe that fully endorse this good cause!Flee Away Cafe was on my Instagram and I checked my instagram account, @chewyjas hourly (Oops, later my boss think I'm not working) daily so I am sort of curious about their Le Char Kuey which is their specialty.Image Source: https://www.facebook.com/fleeawaycafe On that fateful d
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Remember my previous post on Movember (Read post here), about growing a moustache during the month of November to create awareness in support of Men's health issues? I've found a cafe that fully endorse this good cause!
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 Flee Away Cafe was on my Instagram and I checked my instagram account, @chewyjas hourly (Oops, later my boss think I'm not working) daily so I am sort of curious about their Le Char Kuey which is their specialty.Image Source: https://www.facebook.com/fleeawaycafe

On that fateful day, I saw how the staff were promoting on Movember with the props and felt that it might be a good opportunity to give them a visit.There are plenty of these kind of moustache props to play around with and they've also got different designs. Took so much photos even before I start ordering. The bf looking sad. I used a different moustache design on him but he look so sad. I see already also feel sad. Must be too hungry!
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 Stopped selfie-ing and let's see what to order. A very simple one page menu where the food and desserts are all in. No need to headache over what to eat.
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 Le Char Kuey explained! Basically it's the replace of a French Baguette with dough fritter. Very creative right? Le is derived from French and Char Kuey is simply the fried You Tiao in Chinese.
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 Le Char Kuey with Dry Laksa ($15.50). This is marked with chef recommendation. The good thing about eating this dish is that I need not worry about any laksa gravy staining on my nice top! The taste of laksa is not even being compromise and they really put in every ingredients you will find in a real bowl of laksa. Definitely a must-order dish. Thumbs up for the creativity and innovation.
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 Salmon with Capers, Onions and Cream Cheese ($15.50). After eating the one filled with dry laksa, this tend to be more of a safe option. Nothing much to be raved about. Still good though.
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 Irish Cream Mud Pie ($9.50). This is based on the chef's recommendation sign again. Yummy dessert after the meal. It's made of chocolate ice cream with a bit of irish cream liquor and topped with white and dark chocolate flakes. It's yummy but I felt that the price is a bit too high for desserts.The bf feeling happier after eating!
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 The whole cafe gives me a very cozy and happy feeling. Every inch of this little cafe is well decorated with old school items.
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 This sewing machine belongs to my grandma's generation!
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 After eating, you can also shop at their "retail corner". You might just get to find that nostalgic toys that you've been looking high and low for.
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 Maps for tourists are well stashed.
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 Before we left the cafe, found this two cinema seats that were different from the rest overlooking the small road outside. I guess it's great to sometime slow down, take a break and enjoy.Total damage was $40.50 for this meal.

This cafe don't charge GST or Service Charges.
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Good rendition of local delights
2014-11-07 24 views
Bought a groupon voucher $25 for $50 cash voucher at Flee Away cafe. A very interesting concept of cafe meet shop! We are welcomed with a retro storefront, and stepped into a vibrant and well decorated interior. Colors used are loud and bright and they have pretty loads of old school items. It’s a place to reminisce your childhood times!I could say alot of effort is channeled to the decoration of the overall cafe outlook. Every inch of the cafe is well decorated even at the ceiling! Ceiling fan
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 Bought a groupon voucher $25 for $50 cash voucher at Flee Away cafe. A very interesting concept of cafe meet shop! We are welcomed with a retro storefront, and stepped into a vibrant and well decorated interior. Colors used are loud and bright and they have pretty loads of old school items. It’s a place to reminisce your childhood times!
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 I could say alot of effort is channeled to the decoration of the overall cafe outlook. Every inch of the cafe is well decorated even at the ceiling! Ceiling fan connected with fluffy white clouds. Look, there’s a gigantic orange plane hanging down the ceiling too with small little parachutes!
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 Mirror frames filled with toys or figurines that you have at least come across once or familiarize with during your child hood days!
The menu is filled with asian fusion style and involves a good rendition of various local delights. Their signature main dish is Le Char Kuey – with le derive from french and the whole main idea of the dish is simply ‘the baguette’ with fillings. Otherwise Char Kuey is commonly known to us as ‘You tiao’ in chinese. Choices of fillings ranges from asian style to western style such as – all day breakfast filling, chicken bak kwa with crushed crackers, salmon with capers, onions & cream cheese, chicken curry, coleslaw etc! You’ll definitely be spoilt for choice. Other than Le Char Kuey, they have a couple of soup, small bites, salad, pasta and desserts.

Also, they have quite an extensive menu for beverages. A variety of coffee, tea, can drinks and milkshakes. Their milkshakes includes flavors varying from fruity to chocolatey to caffeine-y to some other creative creations.
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 Chicken & Turkey Bacon Cream Based ($12.50): Unlike the usual cream based, this version is more of stir fry with cream sauce, rich and aromatic but dont feel gelard after eating unlike some of the cream based pasta.
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 Le Char Kuey with Dry Laksa – Special fillings ($15.50): Awesome dish served with some greens and baked tortilla chips! Toasted char kuey filled with generous servings of dry laksa! And i’m not kidding, it really resemble that of a real dry laksa with eggs, beansprout, tau pok, fishcakes, noodles, all the ingredients you expect to find in a traditional laksa, you’ll find it here in your char kuey too! A piquant and delicious dish!
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 Irish Cream Mud Pie ($7.50): Another worth raving dessert after the meal. Creamy dark chocolate ice cream with tinge of irish cream liquor. Topped with white and dark chocolates flakes to give it the extra crunch.

Overall a very satisfying and tantalizing meal experience!

Drop by http://poohlovesfood.wordpress.com/2014/11/06/flee-away-cafe/ for the full review with pics
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Choose the right items & have a great time!
2014-08-11 54 views
The Sweet Potato Salad kicked off the night, a healthy and refreshing dish drizzled with vinaigrette dressing.The Tau Kwa Salad is a more creative version with crispily toasted tofu nestled among the vegetables.After seeing the third dish, I felt glad that this cafe is indeed quite different from the run-of-the-mill cafes that mushroomed overnight across the island. They had their distinctive edge and differentiate themselves with the interior design and the menu too. Beef Hash Pie Tee is an ext
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 The Sweet Potato Salad kicked off the night, a healthy and refreshing dish drizzled with vinaigrette dressing.
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 The Tau Kwa Salad is a more creative version with crispily toasted tofu nestled among the vegetables.
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 After seeing the third dish, I felt glad that this cafe is indeed quite different from the run-of-the-mill cafes that mushroomed overnight across the island. They had their distinctive edge and differentiate themselves with the interior design and the menu too. Beef Hash Pie Tee is an extension of the Nonya dish Kueh Pie Tee, but with chopped up beef meat marinated in savoury fashion. I didn't pair it with the little pastry shells because it didn't look like there was enough to go around (just being polite on first encounter with the others, with more familiar friends I'll take it with no qualms). The beef was a little dry, possibly because it was prepared well ahead of time and lost its moisture already. Nevertheless, the taste itself was delicious.
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 Le Char Kuey with Dry Laksa takes the crown and is extremely recommended. I would dare say I haven't had such a good sandwich in a cafe before - they always run into issues like dryness/too hard/tasteless/uninteresting/uninspired. This sandwich that Flee Away Cafe does is definitely interesting and gave my tastebuds a little jolt to life. There were springy noodles inside with a hint of spiciness and the familiar laksa taste! I think they will do very well cooking the real thing itself too.
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 This received mixed reviews from my table, some liked it but I found it a little strange. It's meaty crisps that were a little soggy. Thumbs up for the creativity and courage, but taste-wise it's "not very mainstream".
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 Their Waffle with Gula Melaka Pudding is another out-of-the-world creation. The waffle was not exactly the sort with a crispy exterior and fluffy batter, but more had a thoroughly soft and semi-soggy texture, though not in a bad way. The little sago ball cluster on the waffle was slightly weird but hey, don't we keep digging for sago in many desserts like bobo chacha or mango pomelo sago? Now we have all of them grouped together for convenience. It's a little crafty to use coconut milk and gula melaka syrup because in this part of the world, desserts like these rule... even if the presentation seemed rather random. I don't really know what to make out of this, except I polished the plate off. #DessertFanHere
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 The more popular and mainstream dessert is this: Irish Cream Mud Pie, also the one I will recommend as a safe choice. This mud pie is actually ice-cream cake in disguise, and sprinkled with chocolate flakes and sauce... who can resist? I know I can't.
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 So - the verdict on Flee Away Cafe? I think it definitely makes for a unique cafe hopping experience that doesn't involve the typical bicycle-naked-lightbulbs-eggs-benedict kind of combination, and keeps conversations alive with so many things to look at! Food-wise, go with the Le Char Kuey with Dry Laksa and Irish Cream Mud Pie, and the awesome experience is yours to keep.
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    Flee Away From Your Troubles
    2014-08-10 56 views
    Thank you OpenRice, Nikon Singapore and Flee Away Cafe for hosting the food tasting session for OpenSnap winners and other bloggers on 5th August 2014.When I first received email notification from OpenRice, I have to confess I was intrigued. What a unique name! Why Flee Away and where is this place? I've never heard of this cafe before.When I arrived at the cafe, my questions were answered!Flee Away Cafe brings back a lot of nostalgia and childhood memories - from the store decoration, the toys,
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    Thank you OpenRice, Nikon Singapore and Flee Away Cafe for hosting the food tasting session for OpenSnap winners and other bloggers on 5th August 2014.

    When I first received email notification from OpenRice, I have to confess I was intrigued. What a unique name! Why Flee Away and where is this place? I've never heard of this cafe before.

    When I arrived at the cafe, my questions were answered!
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     Flee Away Cafe brings back a lot of nostalgia and childhood memories - from the store decoration, the toys, the tables and chairs setup, the food and the friendly staff. Though they are not your usual modern and sleek cafe, it brings certain carefree charm and warmth. I felt very relaxed and comfortable dining here.

    I found out that Flee Away Cafe was just opened in June 2014 and it is located at 70 Dunlop Street. I parked my car at the nearby shopping mall (The Verge) and within a short walking distance, I found this unique cafe along the vibrant colored Dunlop Street.

    Besides food, Flee Away Cafe sells very interesting toys or collectible items. For example, I bought this miniature classic Volkswagen Vintage Bus for SGD16. It was the last piece left and I took it happily as I'm a great fans of classic Volkswagen vehicles.
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     As I was so engrossed in looking around inside the cafe, I neglected the timing and I managed to try 3 only food as listed below. Opps, Sorry!

    Le Char Kuey with Coleslaw

    This is their signature dish. The owner, Lynn, is kind enough to explain to me why she labelled this dish as Le Char Kuey. She said, imagine this dish like a huge dough fritter or "you tiao" stuffed with local delights such as laksa, bak kwa, coleslaw, etc. She wanted to create something unique in Singapore. Fantastics! I think she did it! I simply love the one stuffed with coleslaw fillings, which is fresh, light and extremely tasty. I will still want to order this dish again for my next visit.
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     Irish Cream Mud Pie

    My interpretation of this type of mud pie can best be described as chocolate and coffee ice cream swirled together. A dessert chef and friend told me that to achieve a balanced taste for this type of mud pie, you need to ensure not to have too much chocolate to overpower the palate. Hence, the Irish coffee component plays an important role to balance everything out. This mud pie is slightly too sweet for my taste bud. However, the pie is worthy if you are a coffee and chocolate ice cream lover. I have to praise the lovely presentation though with the layout and random chocolate drips on the serving plate.
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     Waffle with Gula Melaka Pudding

    The waffle was very crispy even though it was quite thick. The sago or tapioca pudding with Gula Melaka syrup is just nice and not too sweet. In fact, it reminded me of my Penang trip many years ago and their famous Gula Melaka Chendol dessert. Yummy, you can't just get enough of this comfort food.
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     Lastly, as my review title suggests, give this Cafe a shot if you wish to flee away from your troubles and enjoy a happy meal. Thank you.
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    Brunch at Flee Away Cafe
    2014-08-06 34 views
    When I heard about Flee Away Cafe, a cafe with a flee market within, somehow the first image that popped into mind was a large, dim cafe with a tiny flee bazaar within, literally. Hence why when we reached the cafe itself and noticed its pretty, clean-cut and bright interior, it surprised me a little.There were shelves of interesting items on sale though, and tables converted from old-fashioned sewing machines. I guess it is not the first cafe that has a shopfront selling stuffs on display, beca
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    When I heard about Flee Away Cafe, a cafe with a flee market within, somehow the first image that popped into mind was a large, dim cafe with a tiny flee bazaar within, literally. Hence why when we reached the cafe itself and noticed its pretty, clean-cut and bright interior, it surprised me a little.

    There were shelves of interesting items on sale though, and tables converted from old-fashioned sewing machines. I guess it is not the first cafe that has a shopfront selling stuffs on display, because I'd patronised a couple with similar concept before too. It makes for dining and shopping at one stop, so convenient!

    The Le Char Kuey with Chicken Curry fillings (SGD$12.50) was served - together with sides of salad and chips). It was basically dough fritters that could be replaced with Tortilla Wraps, for the more health conscious. There were strips of chicken meat and tiny cubes of potato, in a spicy curry sauce - rather delicious, like eating a crispy dough stick curry puff.

    The Beau tried the Le Char Kuey with Dried Laksa fillings (SGD$15.50) - served with chips and side salad - another crispy delight with laksa bee hoon within, and some rectangles of dried beancurd (tau pok). It was rather tasty, resplendent with the strong flavor of another local delight.

    For more detailed information and photos, please feel free to visit:
    http://thearcticstar.blogspot.sg/2014/08/brunch-at-flee-away-cafe.html

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      A cute little place
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      A relatively new cafe along Dunlop Street, which is just a couple of streets away from Sim Lim Tower. We are met with a couple of movie seats at the front of the cafe. It kinds letting one enjoying while watching the outside past by which is like a live movie.Another interesting set of seating is the tables which made from old sewing machines.Various toys from the past decorated the place. It kinds of reminds me of the toys which I have played when I was young.There is also boxes available, wher
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       A relatively new cafe along Dunlop Street, which is just a couple of streets away from Sim Lim Tower.
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       We are met with a couple of movie seats at the front of the cafe. It kinds letting one enjoying while watching the outside past by which is like a live movie.
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       Another interesting set of seating is the tables which made from old sewing machines.
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       Various toys from the past decorated the place. It kinds of reminds me of the toys which I have played when I was young.
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       There is also boxes available, where people can rent the boxes to sell things. There are cute cute stuffs such as badges, jotter books and colourful toys.
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       Cute little decorations on the table.
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       Help yourself to the iced water and sauces at the counter.
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       Salad Tau Kwa with Chicken Sausage ($12.50)
      I could not find any chicken sausage. The nearest item to it in the salad is something that tasted like luncheon meat but white in colour which I assume is chicken luncheon meat. The dressing is a bit too little and too bland.
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       Chicken Curry Le Char Kuay ($12.50)
      The you tiao is not light and crispy. I feel that it has a bit too much of flour feel and tough to chew. The filling is a bit too dry and my partner feels the filling is not salty enough. Maybe a squeeze of nacho cheese would add flavour to it.
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       Pasta Chicken & Turkey Bacon ($12.50)
      At first look, it is way too dry, although it is flavourful. There isn't any sauce around.
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       Red Velvet ($7.50)
      One of its new drinks on the menu. It is way too sweet and thick. I could not finish half of it. Could not taste any flavour in it.
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       Waffle with Gula Melaka ($8.50)
      The waffle is not fluffy at all, although it is crispy outside.

      Total bill is $53.50.

      The place looks great, but the food still needs a lot of fine tuning. It is more misses than hits.
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      First in Singapore - le char kuey!
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      Stumbled upon this newly opened cafe at Dunlop Street and was recommended by the enthusiastic staff to try this le char kuey. Was not sure what it was but no regrets! Tried their best seller Dry Laksa, portion was generous. The le char kuey, something like a baguette made from youtiao, was delicious! Very innovative and never came across elsewhere. Coffee was better than expected and decor was cute and brings back childhood memories. As there was a lunch promo, I had a drink included in the s
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      Stumbled upon this newly opened cafe at Dunlop Street and was recommended by the enthusiastic staff to try this le char kuey.
      Was not sure what it was but no regrets! Tried their best seller Dry Laksa, portion was generous. The le char kuey, something like a baguette made from youtiao, was delicious! Very innovative and never came across elsewhere. Coffee was better than expected and decor was cute and brings back childhood memories. As there was a lunch promo, I had a drink included in the set for a total of $13.50.
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