Starbucks

Chanced upon this cosy Starbucks outlet while bringing my mum for an eye check up at Mt Elizabeth Novena and I really enjoyed the ambience and atmosphere here. The staff were very friendly and there were also some samples of their latest offerings – Salted Caramel Mocha and Ristretto Bianco – for our tasting pleasure. I quite like the Ristretto as it was smooth and not too overpowering nor sweet. The Salted Caramel Mocha on the other hand was too sweet and foamy for my liking. We ordered some cakes as well and I personally preferred the Mascarpone Yuzu Cake ($5.50) over the Raspberry White Chocolate Cheesecake ($6.50). The Yuzu cake was light, fluffy and refreshing! I found the Raspberry Cheesecake to be a little heavy on the sugar although the overall texture and taste is still quite palatable. This is indeed a great hideout to escape the hustle and bustle of city life where one could simply enjoy a cuppa coffee, savour a nice sweet treat while enriching the mind and soul with a good book in hand...…Read More

I'm sure this place will be crowded on weekdays but was good for a private group discussion on Sunday. For once I could get my hands on the molten chocolate cake $6.50 which is usually sold out at other Starbucks outlets. Would usually opt for the cafe latte but tried the hojicha latte $7.20 to get the limited edition angpows. Hojicha had a mild fragrance but the tea itself was a little too diluted for my liking. Lava cake was rich without being cloyingly sweet & I like Starbucks version for not being too dense in texture.…Read More