The Claypot Rice is prepared the traditional way with charcoal, so be prepared to wait 30 minutes or more if you did not reserve before hand.

There is something different about the way it was served. The ingredients of chicken chunks, Chinese sausage, salted fish and salted duck egg yolk were removed before the dark sauce and oil were poured in. Auntie helped with the entire process, rather than some stalls which are DIY.

Auntie mentioned this is so that customers can choose and add ingredients, rather than to have it all mixed in.

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The Dark Gallery @discoverthedark has pioneered crafting artisanal dark chocolate desserts, becoming Singapore’s first dark choco-centric café and boutique concept.

It has launched its first triple concept at the revamped Great World, which is worth a visit.

The high tea set is considered quite value for its money, as it includes assorted mini chocolate pastries and savouries, plus a Classic Ice Cream Waffle plate freshly made-to-order, and a choice of beverage for you and your partner.

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All right. Other than Tiong Bahru, Ghim Moh, Bedok, Sembawang Hills, where else got good Chwee Kueh?

Realised most are just franchises of the same brands, but good to explore this under-rated hawker food.
Let me know below!

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This is the “Prata Benedict” from Springleaf.
Called Plaster Blaster ($5.90), it made me recall the year of 2014 when eggs benedict and brunch items started flooding social media the first time, with Instagram pages filled with photos of oozy yolks. Does anyone remember that period?

You get prata topped with poached egg, ham and poured over with Hollandaise sauce.

Which is your favourite prata place in Singapore?
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Isomaru Suisan 磯丸水産 is a popular Japanese style izakaya known for its reasonably-priced seafood with downtown beach vibes.

Over in Osaka, there are branches at Umeda, Kita-Shinsaibashi, Sannomiya, Namba and Dontonbori.

The plus point is that most branches are opened 24/7, so you don’t have to worry about going hungry.

The Famous Kani (crab) Miso was indeed the highlight. While the inside appearance was medium-grey in colour like melted cement or something, the creamy paste was absolutely delicious full of that brinny seafood taste and crab sweetness.

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Or sometimes known as “Bitter Melon”

Located at Taipei’s Ximending, this fruit juice shop called “Lemon House 21” or 檸檬屋正宗苦瓜原汁 has been popular with tourists and locals alike.

The Bitter Gourd is supposed to pack several nutrients, has cancer-fighting properties, and can help reduce blood sugar.

I am not sure about a cup with honey added to it. With that said, the stall claims that there is no added sugar or water. Lady boss also further explained that the recipe will be tweaked depending on the season.

If you have previous qualms about having the Bitter Gourd, the cup is actually quite addictively refreshing and cooling, with mild sweetness and just a touch of the bitterness coming to the end.

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The chicken pieces are coated with this special cheese powder that has an addictive-sweetish tinge.
As you reach out to have more and more, it feels as though you are having ‘cinema food’ of Doritos. Unstoppable.

There was also this awesome crust on the outside, likely to be a kids’ favourite. If only they had a chicken skin version.

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My friend wanted to treat me for a “good birthday meal”, and I think this works just well.

It still took about a 40 min wait, but nothing beats the comforting taste of good-old Singapore hawker food. Standard still about there.

I believe many food businesses are affected by the current situation. Unfortunately, I don't have an answer for this - fear is real, livelihood is also real. This has a spiral effect.

Once the situation improves, do not forget to support our local businesses, be nicer to our hardworking hawkers, and treat yourself a good meal. Yes, BCM over instant noodles anytime for me.

We can weather the storm together.

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Hongdae Oppa’s Chix features 100% fresh chicken, with each part marinated for 12 hours for maximum flavour.

You cannot go wrong with the Original, seasoning the chicken using an original recipe before deep-frying it to crunchy perfection.

What I liked was that the $10.90 portion was indeed quite sizable, with 4 pieces that are good for two to share.
So even if you have ordered other dishes, I would recommend just getting some of the Korean Fried Chicken.
Hongdae Oppa X DFD 1-for-1 Exclusive Special – 1-for-1 Fried Chicken, Sizzlers, Tteokbokki, Ramyeon, Budae Jjigae (Army Stew)
– Second item to be of equivalent or lower value.
– Diners to flash this DFD blog post or video upon ordering to enjoy the discount.
– Valid every Weekday till 31 Mar 2020.

There is also a Jiak by Jinfeng at AMK Singapore, though the relation between the three is not clear.
Anyway, the Braised Pork Rice at XIMEN Jinfeng is worth a try, with both tender and fatty pork belly meat on short grained rice, and braised sauce being absorbed through.
This entire meal is like NT$200 (SGD9), with rice, soup, bee hoon, side dishes... very, very affordable.
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This is from Yu Pin Yuan Iced and Hot Tangyuan, which specialises in hot sesame and peanut dumplings on shaved ice drizzled with osmanthus syrup.

There are many other choices but get these 冰火湯圓 which are Ice-Fire Dumplings.
I would say eat the balls fast, to experience that hot thin skin before it gets harder due to the ice.
Oozy peanut fillings, with fragrant osmanthus syrup.
At the more under rated Tong Hua Night Market. Worthy to try.
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