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This is mycc living in Central. I work in Central. I like to hang out in Chinatown, Raffles Place, Orchard. Japanese, Singaporean, Multi-Cuisine are my favorite cuisines. I also love Hawker Centre, Bakery and Roasted Meat, Desserts and Cakes, Dim Sum.
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Categories : Beijing | Restaurant | Roasted Meat

Currently ranked 49th in Asia, we decided to revisit Imperial Treasure Super Peking Duck as we realised it was more than a year ago since our last dining there. Named after their signature dish, the Peking Duck, can this superlative Chinese specialist continue to wow us?

Peking Duck (S$68/++)

 
It is highly advised to make reservations when visiting the restaurant on the weekends, especially if you are after their dim sum during lunch. As we called to make reservation, the lady politely asked if we wanted the Peking Duck for our meal as advance order of the bird is required if you want to guarantee its spot on the dining table.

We enjoyed the crispy thin layer of roasted duck skin that complemented the tender, juicy duck meat. All diners at the table were individually portioned a slice of the roasted duck skin which was supposed to be dabbed with sugar and you could literally hear the crunch of that crisp skin being munched!

My complaint was that the steamed pancakes was served at room temperature and was curled up on the sides which had hardened. It was also slightly too thick for our liking but apart from that, we felt that the roasted Peking Duck was cooked to perfection.

Braised ee-fu noodles with remnants of the roast duck - S$10/++

 
During our last visit, we requested for the remnants of the duck to be served to the table and on this occasion, we requested for it to be used for another dish to share. While the noodles was cooked to al dente and beautifully braised, we surely were not served the full remnants of the roast duck.

Egg tarts - plate of three (S$3.30/++)

 
The puff pastry to the egg tart was rich in butter and had a beautiful fragrance to it. It was not overly satiating despite the buttery and flaky pastry base and was surely one of the better egg tarts tried. Arguably, we thought that the taste of the custard egg filling could be stronger.

BBQ pork bun - plate of three (S$4.20/++)

 
Coated with a mildly sweet layer of crust, it lacked the crispness found in Tim Ho Wan as it was slightly limp. We enjoyed the beautifully roasted char siew on the inside which carried a tinge of fragrance from Chinese rose wine. It brought back fond memories of our visit at Dim Sum Square in Hong Kong.

BBQ pork pastry - plate of three (S$4.20/++)

 
This was surely one of the top BBQ pork pastries tried. Every element of it was executed well, from the fragrant and buttery puff pastry to the roasted char siew on the inside (which was the same filling as that of the BBQ pork bun).

BBQ pork rice roll (S$5.50/++)

 
It was hard for this dish to be a miss when the core ingredient, the BBQ pork (char siew) was such a hit in the two dishes above. The rice roll was thin, not overly starchy and the savoury soy sauce nicely complemented it to suit our palate. Another classic dim sum dish well prepared.

Pan-fried carrot cake (S$4.20/++)

 
Yet another classic dim sum that is a must-have on each dining table. The pan-fried carrot cake nailed all the basics, good seasoning of the radish and a nice layer of crispness on the surface which complemented the soft radish.

Coconut tart (S$3.30/++)

 
Personally, I always find that coconut tarts belong to a special category of food where it has an acquired taste among foodies. I never thought of trying it till my days of living in Hong Kong led me to try it one day and since then, I fell in love with it and is in search for the best one in Singapore since it is not a common pastry even among the Chinese dim sum restaurants. This coconut tart easily won me over with that crispy puff pastry and the freshness of the coconut which had a natural sweetness and fragrance to match. It was good enough for me to request a second serving but it was sold out by then!

Ha Kau - Prawn dumpling - (S$5/++)

 
We enjoyed that the skin of the prawn dumpling was thin and not excessively starchy but serving dumplings with torn skin was hardly acceptable. The prawns used were fresh with a natural sweetness and had a nice crunch and it was really a shame that the wrapping workmanship let the dish down. Apart from that, in all fairness, it won us over in terms of its savoury taste and flavours.

Siew Mai - Pork dumplings - (S$4.80/++)

 
A classic dim sum cooked well. Expect to enjoy the savouriness from the juicy pork dumpling carefully sized to suit a mouthful.

Steamed custard bun (S$4.20)

 
No prizes for guessing this to be the most popular dish since we ordered three servings of it! The skin of the bun wrapping the filling was soft but too thick for our liking. However, the sweetness of the salted egg yolk custard bun suited our palate perfectly and what we enjoyed was that while it was runny, it maintained viscosity and it was more of a case of generous filling. No complaints and another round, please.

Glutinous rice with chicken (S$4/++)

 
We enjoyed the soft glutinous rice that was sticky and fragrant. Unwrapping the lotus leaf that imparts the fragrance to the rice, expect to dig into the savouriness of the diced chicken and Chinese mushrooms!

Coconut cake (S$3.30/++)

Just when we were expecting the desserts to be as good as the dim sum mains, we were left largely disappointed with this coconut cake. Served chill, it was too 'curdy' and while it had a strong coconut fragrance, it lacked the refreshing taste and freshness, and tasted artificial.

Sago cream with mango (S$5/++)

This traditional Chinese dessert is usually on my must-try list and undoubtedly so on this occasion despite our exploding stomach by now. Depending on individual, this had a rich, creamy and strong taste of mango being blended together with drapes of pomelo sparingly in each bowl. I personally prefer to have more texture so I would enjoy tasting the mango fruit itself rather than being blended. That being said, this was a good and refreshing rendition but of the two bowls ordered, the ingredients served in each bowl had a large discrepancy as one of the bowls barely had strands of the pomelo while the other had large chunks of it.

Glutinous ball with sesame (S$1++/each)

Just when we thought that we were about to conclude our meal with a disappointing offer of desserts, this surprised us pleasantly! Coated with roasted crushed nuts, the soft and thin layer of glutinous ball packed a generous amount of sesame filling that had the desired level of sweetness (even our mum agreed that it was good!). The nice complementing layers of textures surely sealed the dessert for us, not to mention that it was sized perfectly for a mouthful pop!

The restaurant has a few types of seating to suit the respective occasions. There are the usual private rooms for a more exclusive and intimate dining or even the partitioned rooms which individually boasts of a different theme and style. There is also the casual and more traditional open space dining like you would expect in a Chinese restaurant. Lastly, there is even a champagne lounge with comfortable sofa seats at the front of the restaurant, along the corridors of Paragon Shopping Mall for a more relaxed setting.

Apart from being a suitable venue to bring your family out for a satisfying lunch on a Sunday, it is surely a presentable restaurant to invite your business associates and partners over with its range of premium wines on offer.

We also received very dedicated customer service and if you are after a no-frills, calories-worthy meal of traditional dim sum, this is surely one of our top recommendations in Singapore so far! My only complaint was that the dishes were served almost simultaneously and really quick. I would have preferred it better if the service was staggered to allow diners to enjoy each dish as they arrive. Nonetheless, it was a very enjoyable dining experience and if you are planning to visit, do note that reservations are highly recommended!

Due to limitations in photo uploads, please visit us at http://www.makeyourcaloriescount.com/2013/12/sg-imperial-treasure-super-peking-duck.html for complete review.
 
Recommended Dish(es):  Peking duck,dim sum
 
Spending per head: Approximately $40(Lunch)

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The Dining Edition's hidden gem! Smile Sep 29, 2013   
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Categories : Japanese | Seafood

We've walked past the new Dining Edition at Marina Square several times, not knowing exactly what to eat with the variety of choices available now. Finally settling on Hamanoya, an atas-looking restaurant that looked pretty intimidating with the golden mirrors and a dark interior, we decided to give it a shot since cy was feeling generous to splurge and treat us!

Warmly welcomed and served by their polite and courteous service crew, we were impressed with the strong understanding of their menu, knowing what to recommend and introducing their seasonal fresh catch with such fervour. With an appetite for adventure, cy happily told the service staff 'I'll leave it to you to choose our dishes'.

Specialising in robatayaki, or robata in short, it's a trending style of cooking in restaurants, where traditionally seafood and vegetables are slow-grilled over hot charcoal. Subsequently, most dishes that are suitable are also placed on the grill. Slightly different from the usual where diners would seat round the grilling area (like teppanyaki style), this had comfy seats where food was served to you fresh from the grill.

Grilled Squid and Scallop on Stick

 
First served with hot towels and complimentary amuse-bouche for a taste of their warm hospitality, we were pleasantly surprised with the charcoal-grilled squid and scallop on sticks. Fresh and tender, it was grilled just nice with a slight bounce in the flesh and a light taste of seafood lingering in your mouth. Simple yet nicely done to start off our meal with great anticipation!

Robata Catch-of-the-day ($20.99/$18.99)

 

 

 
These two were their seasonal catch, painstakingly introduced at each table for every diner by their service staff holding a tray of their specials going around. Sparking off a photo-taking frenzy when served, the presentation of it won us over already, impressed by the amount of effort they put into display given the price tag of it. Extremely fresh with its meat coming off the bones easily, it was very fine and tender, without any of the fishy taste that I'm always afraid of for fish dishes. Cooked just nice so that it didn't get too tough, it was served without any sauces and covered only in salt, it gave the natural taste of the fish, with its freshness shining through. Cy is usually picky about his fish, but this managed to satisfy his picky palates!

Chawanmushi ($4.99)

 
Smooth silken steamed egg, this is one that's pretty hard to go wrong, yet difficult to impress as well. Instead of the usual minced meat for that added texture, this was served with crab meat, topped with yuzu slices. I was expecting the surimi kinda crabmeat stick to go as that's typically what's served with chawanmushi but this gave quality fresh crab shreds, adding a dash of seafood sweetness and the bounce in each mouthful. The citrus twist was also refreshing, adding a subtle fragrance to the dish with a tad of bitter aftertaste. Satisfying cup of warmth indeed!

Okonomiyaki ($7.99)

 
A classic Japanese dish, a first bite into it got us all nodding with satisfaction. Japanese pancake with mainly cabbage, eggs, Japanese mayonnaise, topped with bonito flakes. The vegetables were cooked soft enough for my liking so that you don't taste the raw juices of it flowing as you bite into it, yet retaining a slight crunch to it.

We loved the generous serving of bonito flakes for that added savouriness and it had just enough mayonnaise to make it sweet and creamy, yet not jelat. A classic dish done well!

Tonkotsu Hotpot ($16.99)

 
Craving for some hot soup to go with our meal, we decided to go with the Tonkotsu base, another of their all-time favourite hotpot selection. First mouthful got us cringing at the taste of it and exclamations of 'whoa this is super salty!' came along. For ramen lovers, this would taste pretty similar to the tonkotsu ramen soup base. Though good to go with ramen or some rice, it was too salty for it to be taken on its own. The base was rich and flavourful, and blended very well as we dipped rice into little bowls of soup (somewhat like porridge). We expected the flesh of the pork ribs to come off the bones easily, however they were a tad too stiff.

Steamed Clams in Sake ($6.99)

 
This caught our eye immediately when we were told of the sake in it. First tasting the clams on its own, it was fresh and juicy, without the fishy seafood taste. It wasn't washed very thoroughly though, tasting crunchy sand bits with every mouthful. The broth, however, more than made up for it! Served warm, it was lightly sweet with a tinge of sake taste to it, warming your stomach with comfort soup, yet not overpowering the taste of the fresh clams. Would have been perfect if the clams weren't that sandy!

Assorted Skewer ($12.99)

 
Fickle and spoilt for choice, we decided to go with the mixed platter with beef, chicken, wings and minced meat skewers. Well marinated, it was grilled to a tender soft perfection and I especially loved the grilled wings with just slightly charred skin for that added fragrance! The accompanying sauce was just right, savoury enough for our liking!

Shishamo ($6.99)

 
Grilled instead of the usual fried version, it helped retain more juices within and a taste of how fresh it was. I liked the contrast of the softer insides with a slight crisp skin, grilled to perfection. Cy is a big fan of shishamos but he preferred a much crispier skin. For a slightly healthier version, this definitely did not lose out to its fried counterparts!

 

 
Comfortable seating with excellent service, this was quite a bonus on top of its quality dishes. We loved the quiet and private ambience for a relaxing evening while savouring our table full of delectable dishes. Affordable and all managing to meet our expectations, we thought this is quite a hidden gem and would definitely return for some comfort Japanese food again!

For more pictures and full review, please visit http://www.makeyourcaloriescount.com/2013/09/sg-hamanoya-dining-editions-hidden-gem.html
 
Recommended Dish(es):  Chawanmushi,Okonomiyaki,Skewers,Robata Catch-of-the-day
 
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Categories : French | Restaurant | Seafood | Steaks and Grills | Burgers and Sandwiches

Have you ever had one of those nights where you just wanted to have a simple and good dinner without burning a hole in your wallet? Nothing fanciful nor a meal to impress the lady but just a calories-worthy satisfactory meal. Then again, it does not seem quite that easy to churn out a list of such restaurants at the back of my head without having to do some Googling work.

Strolling along Scotts Road, it suddenly occurred to me that we had not try the secondary outlet of Saveur that is located at Far East Plaza! It is one of those names that I associate French dining with affordable pricing and that seemed like a rarity in any developed world's context, not to mention Singapore.

Walking up to the entrance, we were told that the wait would be around 15-20 minutes and lugging a full size cake around, we were not quite keen to hunt around for another eatery and settled for the wait with a seat at one of the stone benches outside. Our names and contact number was taken and the wait began...

'Ring ring, ring ring!', my phone finally rang after some 15-20 minutes and a table was ready! Right... it was not all that dramatic but moving on, we gingerly walked down some narrow steps to a basement flooring decorated with wooden furnishings and mirror panels. I requested for the server to store our cake in the fridge and they were more than willing to do so. There was also a partially open-kitchen concept at the end of the restaurant where you could catch a glimpse of the culinary action going on.

 
Quite frankly, the seating arrangement was not perfect. Expect to sit really close to your neighbours and if you are nosey enough, perhaps eavesdrop on them gossiping about their colleagues. While it might not fit the setting for the 'Exclusive French Dining' experience, you are equally not paying the kind of prices at an atas French restaurant.

With the setting introduced, let us share with you our table of food!

Prawn Torchon (S$8.90/-)

 
Flipping through the pages of the menu, this appetizer certainly caught my attention with it categorized under the 'Specials' offering. Tossed in herb soil, drizzled with mango salsa, citrus cream and mango vinaigrette, the King Tiger prawns were uniformly sliced at a titled angle taking particular care to cover each bite-size portion with the finely diced herbs.

The presentation was beautiful and certainly draw diners' attention, with our neighbours across throwing some salivating glances before asking for the name of the dish. What I particularly enjoyed about this simple appetizer was the complementation in textures with the soft cherry tomato, crunchy prawns and paper-thin bread toasts that cut through sharply with a crisp.

On the flavours, we were highly drawn as we personally have a preference for zesty flavours yet not overdoing with the levels of acidity. While the overall taste was a inclined towards a pleasantly sourish aftertaste, the balance was struck well with just the right amounts of sweetness in the citrus cream and mango vinaigrette.

To top it off, you could add a glass of Rose wine (Rutherford Round Hill White Zinfandel) at an additional S$10 with every order of this appetizer.

Saveur's Pasta (S$4.90/++)

 

 
This is one of Saveur's signature dishes and served as a starter. It was simple pasta tossed with chilli oil, fine-chopped Japanese konbu and sakura ebi with minced pork sauce. One of the most enjoyable elements was non-other than the layer of texture created with the crispy sakura ebi (cherry shrimp). The pasta was cooked al dente and sprinkled with finely diced spring onions for that extra punch of fragrance.

The portion of the minced pork sauce could surely be improved upon to give a stronger contribution to the overall flavours to enhance the offering to one's palate.

Duck leg confit (S$10.90/++)

 
Served alongside homemade mashed potato, sauteed Shitake mushroom, orange segments and orange infused natural jus, this main was one of the signatures and must-try. Quite simply, just look around the restaurant and you would find that most of the diners at the tables would have this as a staple at Saveur.

We enjoyed the crispy skin coating the tender red meat on the inside. It was cooked just nice which allowed the flesh on the inside to retain moisture. While the portion size was not the most generous, you definitely would get your buck's worth.

 
The homemade mashed potato was creamy, refined in texture and really smooth. While the mash and the protein was a more savoury touch, it was beautifully spiced with the tang from the elements of orange introduced which added a hint of sweetness to complement.

The Shitake mushrooms were also cooked perfectly, retaining the firmness within. Overall, the dish would be proud enough to be the restaurant's signature.

A Roulade of Chicken Thigh staffed with Foie Gras-infused Chicken Farce (S$9.90/++)

 
The roulade comprised of wrapped chicken thigh filled with foie-gras infused chicken stuffing which was then sliced uniformly and spread across creamy basmati rice and parmesan sauce. This would appeal strongly to those with a preference for creamy and cheesy food. The creamy basmati rice had a taste resembling that of risotto in terms of texture and was cooked with a slight hardness remaining in the rice.

Personally, I found it could be a bit satiating on the appetite due to the cheese and cream but my lady enjoyed it a lot more than me. The stuffing and protein was well-cooked in general, remaining moist and tender.

Textures of Citrus (S$6.90/++)

 

 
Expect to be overwhelmed with lots of flavours with this dessert. From presentation to taste, there was a lot going on in each spoonful that goes into my mouth. With a blood orange jelly with orange granite, freeze-dried pineapple, feuilletine, citrus segments and lime zest, this is a must-order for those with a citrus-zesty palate.

The blood orange jelly complemented the melt-in-your-mouth freeze-dried pineapple and feuilletine gave that crisp flake like texture to make the different ingredients harmoniously synchronized. On the whole, while the flavours were citrus and on the sourish end, the natural sweetness from the orange made it very refreshing and tantalizing indeed. It might however be too intense for those with a milder palate.

 

 
As you can see from the pictures, space between the tables may not be as comforting and while there are no tall and suave French men nor classy ladies to bring you glasses of red wine, the waiting staffs were polite, friendly and we had no problems trying to capture their attention at any point in time.

Plain refillable ice water is available for free and overall, the quality of food was good and above average. The chefs had put a conscious effort in terms of plating and pairing of ingredients to make each dish presentable and calories-worthy. I would however barely recommend this to be the dating spot to bring your other half if you are after a romantic French dinner for it could get quite boisterous though not to an extreme effect.

For full review and more photos, please visit http://www.makeyourcaloriescount.com/2013/09/sg-revisiting-saveur-as-good-as-last.html
 
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Categories : Ice Cream and Gelato

With the interior walls ingeniously illustrated with animated cartoons, it is no surprise that toddlers and adults alike would be captivated by the creativity. As you pressed on the button fixated on the automated door and stepped inwards, expect to be greeted with a splendor of child's innocence with sinfully delicious ice-cream and enchanting interior decorations.

For more pictures including wall illustrations and full review, please visit http://www.makeyourcaloriescount.com/2011/12/sg-daily-scoop-ice-cream-cafe.html

Waffle Set with 2 scoops of ice cream
Salted Mr Brown' flavour

Salted Mr Brown' flavour

 
(+) Interestingly unique concoction of sweetness, bitterness and surprisingly saltiness.
(+) Judicious amount of sea salt to leave a subtly salty aftertaste.
(+) Brown sugar provided the sweetness punch, light yet delectable.
(+) Broken bits of brownie chunks gave the varied crunch.
(+) A good overall mouthfeel from the smooth rich ice cream and brownie.
'Surprisingly Coconut' flavour

'Surprisingly Coconut' flavour

 
(+) It was so good that upon sampling, we had to get a scoop onto our waffle set.
(+) A piquant first taste that kept the taste-buds tantalized, craving for more.
(+) Very fresh ingredients, packing a zesty punch.
(+) Could taste strands of the coconut and even chunks of the coconut flesh!
(+) Homogeneously rich and smooth ice cream.

Waffle
(+) Did not taste overly sweet nor awful, a simple 'okay' waffle.

(-) I would suggest just going there for the ice cream and skip the waffle.
(-) Despite it freshly baked, it was soft and soggy, maybe I just could not quite appreciate it.

 
There was the option of brownie or waffle to go along with the ice cream for the set deal at S$5.80. I would most definitely give the former a shot on my next visit.

Among the many ice cream parlours, such as international franchisees, it might be worthwhile to pay attention to this hidden local gem, which hand-make all their ice-cream in store anytime between 1-7 p.m. With 40 and more flavours to boast, ranging from fruity sorbets to connoisseurs' choices and 'fun-kyreations' to go down the line, you might find yourself spoilt for choice when faced with an array of interesting unique flavours.

What impressed me most about this boutique artisan ice-cream parlour was it delivered more than just good quality ice cream but rather top-notch sensitivity to customers' needs. In addition to the relentless amount of sampling offered for us to try out before we decide on our choice of ice-cream, there was a tank of plain water and tissue paper for the customers usage (free-flow). As we all know, indulging on rich and creamy ice-cream calls for some plain water to wash it down and this was humbly catered for on a corner table at the back of the cafe. Not forgetting the all important high chairs for babies too!
 
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Categories : Bakery | Desserts and Cakes

Plastered with newspaper clippings and billboard recommendations all over the shopfront, this stall offered much more than superficial advertisement. With their signature pineapple 'golf-ball' and other traditional Chinese pastries to boast, they have quite a range of confections with a tinge of Western influence, such as fruit cakes and swiss rolls.
Coffee swiss roll

Coffee swiss roll

 
(+) The strong coffee aroma filled the air immediately as I opened the simple white box.
(+) Very refined soft sponge cake, 'melt-in-your-mouth?' - definitely.
(+) Rich coffee-flavoured cream sandwiched between the soft sponge cake.
(+) Despite its richness, the coffee cream complemented and not overwhelmed the cake.
(+) Not sweet.
(+) Relatively light in taste, but full-bodied coffee flavoured.
(+) Perfect for supper indulgence since it was a 'rich yet light treat'.
Fruit cake

Fruit cake

 
(+) Not overly sweet, allowing the dry fruits to bring out the sweetness.
(+) Generous amount of dry fruits, and fairly distributed.
(+) Not overly buttery.

(-) Slightly dry but suited my taste as I did not want to feel greased out by the butter.
(-) Might not appeal to those looking for a rich indulgence.
Beancurd tarts

Beancurd tarts

 
Assorted fillings include: grass jelly, peanuts, gingko nut, white fungus, red bean, longan, egg white and original.

(+) Light and refreshing (consumed cold), good variation from the typical egg tarts.
(+) Not as sweet as egg tarts and arguably a less guilty treat.
(+) Solid and rather stiff crust, drawing a stark contrast to the delicate beancurd.

(-) Assorted fillings were simply add-ons to the original, except for egg white.
(-) As egg white is a light ingredient itself, it did little to enhance the original tart.
(-) Crust might be a bit too hard if you wish to cut it for sharing.
(-) Only available in box of 8s
(-) Either all original or only 1 each of the assorted fillings, no changing or substitution.

P.S: Would return only for the original beancurd tarts.
Moon pies

Moon pies

 
Each of various fillings, black and white sesame, black sesame, yam, red bean, coffee, pandan, green tea and original lotus seed paste.

(+) With the same crust used in pineapple tarts, every bite gives that ooomph.
(+) Fluffy crust that flakes easily.
(+) Not overly buttery, say 'NO' to shimmering oily lips.
(+) Very smooth paste in each of the pies tried, though I favoured the original most.
(+) Fresh ingredients were used.
(+) Even for the pandan and green tea fillings, it tasted rich and not mere flavouring and colouring being added.
(+) Worthy price for an exuberant pastry at S$1/pc.

(-) You need a plate to collect the fluffy flakes.
(-) Restricted to only 8pcs packaging, 1 of each.
Golf-ball pineapple tarts

Golf-ball pineapple tarts

 

 
(+) Thin layer of golden crust which was very fluffy and 'loose'.
(+) The buttery golden crust was not too heavy and melts instantly in your mouth.
(+) Very rich and generous serving of pineapple jam
(+) Strands of pineapple fibre in the jam, indicating usage of fresh ingredients.
(+) Not overly sweet, maintaining the natural sweetness of ripe pineapple.

(-) Prepare a plate to collect the flakes from the crust!
(-) Limited stomach space for more.
Rum balls

Rum balls

 
(+) Laces of rum trickling through insides of the dense dark chocolate.
(+) A relatively strong whiff of aroma on the 1st bite.
(+) Generous serving at approximately S$1/pc.
(+) More so for the dark chocolate than the rum.

(-) Much higher concentration of chocolate than rum.
(-) Prefer a more equal distribution, though of course that would come at a premium.
(-) Would prefer a good solid burst of rum at first bite
(-) Condensation occurs almost immediately straight from the fridge.
(-) Might leave you with some mess of chocolate melts.
(-) Only available in packs of 10 at S$10.30.

Exceptional customer service: The lady who sold the pastries to me forgot to include 1 of the 2 bottles of pineapple golf balls which I ordered. (I do not blame her because I bought quite a bit!) I was not unduly charged anyway after a check with the receipt. When I went back and explained the situation, the uncle gave me some of their freshly baked pipping hot cookies straight from the oven and handed them to me as some sort of 'complimentary'.

A humble confectionery with some extraordinary products to showcase and outstanding customer service, it would be a shame to give this place a miss.
 
Recommended Dish(es):  Coffee swiss roll,Moon pies,Golf-ball pineapple tarts
 
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