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It sounded like everything under the sun was thrown onto these pancakes but they all melded together into a glorious mess. The pancakes were fluffy and light. And very surprisingly, despite the numerous elements, it wasn't too sweet. Score.

Totally craving for these velvety thin parcels (thick and floury ones are such a turn-off for me) encasing fresh pork and prawns with a hint of pepper, doused in a piquant reservoir of red chili oil and black vinegar now. It also doesn't hurt that it's incredibly affordable, at only $4.50 for 10 ping pong-sized dumplings.

They also serve up a mean rendition of xiao long bao, skillfully folded into thin, yet resilient vessels containing a magical broth & pork filling. Try also their delicious Zha Jiang Mian (Minced Pork Handmade Noodles) and Hot & Sour soup (they are so generous with their ingredients)! #burpple #hawkergems #foodspotting #cheapandgood

From noon to 2:30pm on weekdays, this China Square joint serves up a special lunch menu of hearty lunch classics, all priced at an affordable $13.90 and below. The crowd favourite is, without a doubt, the Spaghetti Carbonara with Homemade Guaniciale ($10.90). Expect a huge serving of al dente spaghetti wearing a luscious sauce and tossed with fried shrimp, bacon and a soft boiled egg. Portions are very generous, so be prepared for a food coma. Take the long route back to the office, or save this for when the big boss is out.

Dry ramen that comes with spicy minced pork, seaweed, spring onions and a soft boiled egg!! Make sure to mix everything for 20s (the recommended time) for a burst of flavours!! Yums rating: 4/5

A bowl filled with colorful fresh rainbow cubes of plump yummy sashimi and bubble pop ikura to chase away your Monday blues!

Loved everything in this bowl. The Hokkaido scallops are huge and fleshy. My favorite part was actually the the ninja rice mixed with the lemon butter sauce. Enjoy eating here without the guilt!

A little late for lunch but I was playing with my handstands. Heh. Here's some yummy lobster roll from The Naked Finn. Those buns are to die for. I just need a little salt. Post up on www.ms-skinnyfat.com!

I viewed beef sashimi with the same trepidation as I did chicken sashimi whilst I was in Tokyo, but despite its intimidating “I’m primal, manly and gym at Virgin Active” appearance the Hida wagyu sashimi turned out to be relatively approachable, tasting like soft tuna sashimi at the start but revealing a slightly tender and raw side as your teeth gnashes and grinds. The scallop was a delight, really soaking up the lime as if the lime was the Infinity Pool and the scallop a pan-Asian bikini beauty, while the fresh seaweed provided a crunchy, refreshing change from the tired choice of radish for plate gardening.

This was a hosted meal, courtesy of Chotto Matte.

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A few hours from now, I will be transported back into the army world for two weeks. Good in a way that I can take a break from work and catch up with my army friends. Bad in a way cause everything inside is just green and more green. Need some comfort food right now and the Patatas Bravas ($10, feisty fried potatoes with devil's aioli) comes to mind. Had this during the media tasting a few weeks back and I remembered it was so good (especially when it was just served and still piping hot) that we wiped out almost the entire pan. A mug of beer and a pan of this will definitely lift even the most gloomiest days.