Really good speciality bagels that are hand-rolled to give this soft and chewy consistency. The All Sorts bagel was my fav - a bit of everything and a whole lot of savoury; TMBH allows for construal of your own bagelwich or pick from their crafted signatures. The vegan option was particularly interesting because the flavours were good in a way of celebrated vegetables, instead of mimicking meat. Portion is also surprisingly filling given how simple it looks.
Every outlet serves a unique house menu and each distinctively amazing.

Every fry is perfection - crisp outside, fluffy inside with evenly coat of paprika, rosemary and thyme. Very aromatic and light enough as a side to enjoy the other yummies or chill out with a cuppa cold brew.

Coffee is the hero flavour here - the beans are grounded in-house for that really fragrant and oh so smooth taste, paired with rum essence into this classic treat. Lady boss offered out of goodwill to douse this last piece with the remaining liqueur which was absorbed in entirety by the sponges around the midway mark. The cream was light and coffee mellow, with the booze cutting through with a strong punch - in a good way.

This quaint cafe along Joo Chiat road stood out with retro vinyl record covers and house of modest yet variated menu. Lady boss was very friendly and patient despite being busy, walking through a flowchart of flavour profiles to find the best fit. She even took into consideration how late we were into the afternoon, asking about my caffeine tolerance then offering a non-caffeinated drink. The cold brew tea was robust in flavour with an acidity which was particularly refreshing on that sunny day.

Soufflé was impressively hefty with a whimsical jiggle, and an absolute gastronomical delight.

Exterior was beautiful golden and crisp, easily giving way to reveal airy mousse inside. A good scoop would yield coconut praline, complementing the light soufflé with robust nutty indulgence.

The macadamia ice cream on the side made for an amazing pairing through its rich and creamy taste, with coldness that contrasted against the warm soufflé.

Generous portion and pretty yums for a tenner. The very crackly and savoury roasted skin was the highlight of the dish and the shop owner made it a point to emphasis on that. Dish was also served with sides of mashed potatoes and sauerkraut, which were alright and could do with more sharpness to cut through the heaviness of the meal.

Labelled as “must try”, this rather unorthodox dish stood out from the rest with its pop of colours.

On one side of the bowl was delectably fried chicken - light crisp breading wrapped the tender meat, drizzled with sweet chili sauce. On the other were the refreshing flavours of iceberg lettuce (and vegetable friends), dressed in yogurt and topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

As someone with low spice tolerance, the cold creaminess of the salad was both an indulgence and comfort in the face of the heat. It’s a pretty good modern take on Korean cuisine with notes of sweet and savoury and everything nice.

First tried Ippudo when its popularity blew up several years ago and it changed my perspective on the traditional Takata-style ramen. Expect innovative flavours such as this Bonito Tonkotsu, a full-bodied fish and pork broth blend exclusive to Singapore. The highlight of this dish, Japanese citrus pepper paste, is stuck on the rim of the bowl and enhances the broth with a zest of mild heat when mixed in.

Noodles are springy with customisable hardness and the key favourites, pork belly chashu and soft boiled egg, melt in the mouth with amazing flavour. Bamboo shoots, while uncommon in the mix, had a crunchiness that brought textural variety to the bowl.

Finally got to experience the hype at this famed American hot dog cart turned burger chain, with icons from present and past.

The modern signature Chick’n Shack ($9.20) was great on texture - crispy tender chicken and crunchy vegetables sandwiched between soft, mouth-melting potato buns; flavor-wise rather ordinary, would prefer a stronger buttermilk taste to bring out highlights of the burger.

What really came through were the classic Shack-cago Dog ($6.50) and Crinkle-cut Fries ($4.50). It was layer after layer of goodness from the smoky griddled beef dog to the load of zesty garnishes, held together by the same soft buns. Top on more mustard for that extra tang and bite, or some ketchup with their fluffy, immaculately crisped and salted fries.

Mochi was very pillowy, pleasantly different from other mochis that go forever with the chewiness. These were available in 3 different powders - matcha, soybean and sesame, and the matcha dusted one had a strong seaweed piquancy with dust that clung on to the backs of the teeth long after.

Cuts are portioned from 50g onwards, thinly sliced and drizzled with their signature bbq sauce. Besides the complementary sauces, there were also rock salt and black pepper grinders for traditionalist seasoning. Meat was succulent and rich with smokey umami, amazing on its own or dipped in the popular garlic soy sauce.

Grilling process was quick, with occasional flare-ups that were quite the show (and panic), so rumbling tummies can be appeased pronto. Smokeless grills also ensure that the only smell lingering after is in the mouth.

Super value for money with set deals starting from $8.80, for 100/200/300g rice portions, miso soup and choice of kimchi or salad.

This German burger grill and bar pries away from the usual burger scene with healthy European food and vegan-friendly options.

The grilled chicken breast is always tender, juicy, and a great alternative to the conventional beef patty. Burgers are completed with a variety of fresh, crunchy vegetables and choice of sourdough, multigrain or naked buns.

Upgrade to a set for signature sides sweet potato and thick cut fries that are crispy with fluffy goodness inside; good on its own or dipped in complimentary condiments.