A scoop of matcha ice-cream ($3.50)
This was my order when I first came here. Thought it tasted quite good, because I'm a matcha lover. But for anyone who doesn't like the taste of green tea, please do not order this, as it can be quite overpowering, especially if you order it with other sweeter flavours like cookies & cream or hazelnut. Gelato Waffle (($7.50)
Don't get me wrong, I didn't take a million photos before getting this shot. This was the one and only shot I got of my gelato waffle. I snapped it once the waiter served it on our table. Their ice-cream melted really quickly on the waffle, & was flowing on the waffle when it was served. Honestly, the waffle was really disappointing, as it tasted of nothing but flour. The texture was similar to that of a bakery waffle, without the crisp. No taste of butter, no taste of pandan like those from the local bakeries in the heartland areas. I think I'll settle for just the ice-cream if I ever come back again.

Overall, I feel that the ice-cream taste great, but perhaps, just give the waffle a miss. Ice-cream melts really quickly & you'll find yourself rushing through, trying to finish it up before you end up drinking the ice-cream instead. Price is reasonable, and ambience is good. Just beside the river, you get to enjoy the lights if you're going at night, great for a catch up with friends. However, service can definitely be improved. The waiters always seem to be pulling a long face, with very little words, giving a hostile feeling at times. But the great thing is that they do not chase you away after you're done with the ice-cream.

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SMUX Welfare: Smoulder - Softcore Bakers
Assorted lava cakes for tea is definitely a great choice. Or have them for parties, picnic or even a cheer-me-up for a friend. It's sure to be the talk of the day. However, I find them a tad expensive. $2.80 for a piece, $8.20 for three, & $24 for twelve.

Flavours available are:
Signature Dark Chocolate, Intense Dark Chocolate, White Chocolate Oreo, White Chocolate Raspberry, White Chocolate Matcha, Milk Chocolate Rum & Raisin, White Chocolate Lemon, Milk Chocolate Mocha, White Chocolate PistachioLook at that soft core, flowy lava of white chocolate & matcha. It had a strong matcha taste, yet far from overwhelming. The white chocolate managed to neutralize out the bitterness of matcha, making it suitable for both people who love & (do not) love matcha.

This is great for a quick fix of a molten lava cake craving, but I'd choose a cafe with a great ambience if I really want to enjoy the goodness of a warm lava cake, & perhaps a scoop of ice-cream on the side to go with it.

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I've never been a fan of coffee because of the bitter aftertaste & I'd always choose tea over coffee, anytime. But a friend, K, introduced me to Chye Seng Huat Hardware (CSHH) & I fell in love with it. The rustic hardware exterior of the building was so unique and blended in really well with the surroundings. If my friend hasn't been there before, I bet I'd have overlooked it. Ambience was really good, & we had the seats directly facing a really big mirror. I read before that by looking at yourself while having meals, chances of overeating is much lower, I guess I understand why now.The entrance of the cafe.The food came really quickly, in probably less than 5 minutes. Service was efficient too, whenever we finished a dish, they'll clear the plates almost immediately. Cold brew ($7) ordered by K, & my cup of latte ($5.50). Though I can't really appreciate coffee as well as the rest do, I could taste the fragrance of the beans & the bitter aftertaste wasn't as overpowering compared to those I had previously in other cafes. I'll definitely be ordering the cold brew instead next time, it tasted good with two packs of creamer, & the syrup given.Smoked Salmon Blinis ($12): Thin pancakes topped with smoked salmon, cream cheese, pea shoots, onions & chives.
One of the better salmon dishes I've had in cafes. Smoked to perfection, & the ratio of pancakes, salad & cream cheese. Perfect. Great pairing.K's Smoked Chicken Wrap ($12): Smoked chicken, mesclun, Japanese cucumber & mango with Thai chilli dressing wrapped in soft tortilla.
Tried the chips & thought that the salsa was pretty good, but definitely not as good as those in the Mexican restaurants or cafes. Despite the size, it was really filling according to K. Her favourite in this cafe.Ending with a photo of us & that pretty mirror.

Overall, this cafe really made my day, despite having meetings & rushing for projects for the rest of the day. Definitely worth trying, & I don't feel that it's overrated.