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The prawns were plump, the coconut curry bold and unapologetically rich. Spice crept in slowly, coaxed out by green chillies and a generous hand with the aromatics. I started with rice but the real MVP was the warm half baguette served soft inside, crisp-edged and perfect for chasing every last streak of gravy 》 $32.80 + $5 Half Baguette

The boneless chicken was tender. The mix of bacon, sausage and veg gave it that hearty, home-style vibe. It wasn’t blow-your-head-off spicy but the smoky and saucy gravy was perfect with rice 》$32.80

Didn’t think cabbage could hit like this. Charred, smoky, tender and had those crispy bits that make you keep picking at it. The anchovies gave it that salty crunch and the asiago added this creamy, nutty layer that pulled everything together. A rare find that punches above its weight 》$17

Crunchy on the outside, crabby on the inside. These shiok little bites hit all the right notes. Rich, creamy and packed with actual crab, not filler. The miso mayo’s like the atas cousin of tartar sauce, it’s salty, smooth and addictive 》$15

I just got to order lobster because it is lobster Monday at Stella. 450g of whole grilled live Boston lobster topped with garlic aioli. The lobster is deliciously fresh and nothing beats its sweet and juicy meat 》$43

While these are nothing like real steak, it makes a delicious vegetarian option packed with satisfying savoury flavour. The grilled cauliflower steak is sous vide in butter and finished on the grill with a beautiful caramelised layer. The exterior was crunchy and the interior is soft with a flavorful smoky taste, served with cauliflower puree, chimichurri and grated parmesan 》$14

Bite-sized and coated with addictive 'mala' spice. The crispy and deep-fried strips are well-battered and not too oily with some tender duck meat underneath. Do note that there is more bone than meat and this should be treated as a very light bite snack 》$8.80

Springy noodles submerge in duck broth and topped with juicy duck meat. The taste of the broth was slightly herbal and reminded me of the broth from another duck instant noodle. The duck meat is fragrant, tender and juicy, accompanied well by the sauce and chilli 》$13.80

The slow-cooked pork jowl glazed with miso is deliciously moist with a good ratio of meat and fats, served with tangy apple purée and cabbage.

\\ Part of Twelve Flavours x Makan@JEN $88 Dinner Course Menu (À la carte $30)

Plump Hokkaido scallop seared only on one side, accompanied with ragout made with ramson, fava bean, asparagus and kailan.

The creamy and earthy flavours from the greens goes well with the plump and pan-seared scallop.

\\ Part of Twelve Flavours x Makan@JEN $88 Dinner Course Menu (À la carte $20)

Angus short ribs (400g) sous vide for 36 hours and grilled over binchōtan, served with satay espuma and sambal matah 》$78

Thanks Burpple for the invite and QĪN for hosting 🙂

Tender Kurobuta pork rack done to a nice smoky flavour, accompanied with crunchy seasonal vegetables and juicy salsa. I find the pork was a little dry and it would be better if I was juicier but I’m glad the garlic Pommery mustard sauce helps with the overall texture 》$48

Thanks Burpple for the invite and QĪN for hosting 🙂