New On Burpple Beyond: October 2019
Impress your date at this snazzy restaurant tucked away in Oakwood Premier OUE Singapore. Indulge in the Salted Egg Cod Fish and Chips ($32) encased in a crisp beer batter. Otherwise, the Vongole ($26) is another must-have – think al dente pasta (take your pick from penne, linguine or spaghetti) cooked with garlic, chilli and white wine served with a generous portion of clams.
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Wind down with the gang after work at this craft beer bar and kitchen tucked away in Alexandra Technopark. Fuel up on the Ribeye Al Fuego ($25) – think tender steak cooked medium rare served with a generous portion of fries and garden salad. A hit with the Burpple community is the perfectly cooked Grilled Salmon with Pineapple Salsa ($20). Seal the meal with a refreshing Suntory White (from $9) or a hoppy Indica IPA ($10).
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For quick and tasty weekday lunches along Robertson Walk, turn to this fusion Japanese-Taiwanese spot along Unity Street. Go for the Chicken Ball, Egg, Pork Curry with Rice ($18.80) featuring juicy, deep-fried chicken meatballs on a bed of rice slathered in aromatic Japanese curry. Egg fanatics, the umami Omelette Rice ($18.80) is a must-order.
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When the craving for Italian nosh hits, grab a friend for lunch at this hidden gem along Namly Place. Try the hearty Carbonara ($20), loaded with bacon, pecorino cheese and egg yolk on a bed of al dente spaghetti. Burppler Komal Salve also recommends the tasty Homemade Beef Lasagna ($24) with rich beef Bolognese and creamy ricotta cheese.
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Visit this homely joint along Maude Road for comforting Taiwanese dishes with the family. Here's how to order: Pick from a list of signature dishes to pair with their specialty sweet potato porridge! Burppler Yong Feng See recommends the flavourful Salted Egg Yolk Prawns (from $18), luxuriously tender Pan Fried Cod Fish with Soya Sauce ($12 per 100g) and crispy Deep-Fried Seafood Tofu Roll (from $12).
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Make a trip to SingPost Centre for bubble tea with a healthy twist! Grab a pal and cool off with their signature delicious mung bean smoothies (which is also known to quell body heatiness!). The Mung Bean Smoothie with Pearl ($5.30) sees soft pearls sweetened with malt candy. Not a fan of pearls? Opt for the Mung Been Smoothie with Milk ($5.3) instead.
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On an afternoon frolick in town? Visit this beverage stand (with an automated brewing machine!) housed in Paragon for the perfect recharge. Pick from a range of healthful, raw manuka honey drinks, such as the refreshing Manuka Passion ($7.40), featuring citrusy passionfruit paired with sparkling water and manuka honey. Otherwise, the Iced Lavender Honey ($4.50) with honey jelly is another must-get.
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To satiate those waffle and ice cream cravings, pop by this reliable Hougang Street joint. Order the Whoaffles with Double Scoop ($14) for maximum enjoyment – we recommend getting the fragrant Lavender and Pandan flavoured ice creams to pair with your crisp, fluffy and buttery waffles.
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Impress your lunch date at this Japanese restaurant along Robertson Quay. Expect quality, dashi-based dishes that will knock your socks off, such as the Beef Sukiyaki Udon ($18) featuring sukiyaki beef slices, al dente udon and a poached egg sitting in a tasty dashi broth. Good for sharing is the tender Grilled Wagyu Beef ($48) and the luxurious Gindara Saikyo Yaki ($38) – grilled silver cod fish paired with white miso.
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Bookmark this Jap-fusion resto-bar along Mohamed Sultan Road for fancy date nights – complete with mod-chic decor and dim lighting to suit the mood! Go for the tender and juicy Lamb Chops ($45 for one pax, $118 for sharing), which come with savoury lamb ragout and roasted vegetables. P.S. There're vegetarian options here too, like the Summer Vegetable Risotto ($25) consisting of summer vegetables simmered with Japanese rice topped with parmigiana.
Add this hidden gem to your list of must-visit acai spots! Located at a void deck along Telok Blangah drive (just a short walk from Telok Blangah MRT), this joint specialises in a variety of locally-baked natural oat granola that you can add to your acai bowls – from Dark Chocolate to Cinnamon Apple and Maple Pecan. Burppler Grace Lau recommends the Berrylicious (from $8.90) – a berry lover's dream comprising strawberry, blueberry, blackberry and banana topped with original granola.
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Run by the owners of ever-popular Penang Bagus, you know you'll be in good hands at this zi char spot along Tampines St 91. Yam lovers, don't miss out on the Golden Yam Ring ($16) – fresh and creamy yam fried to a golden crisp, paired with cashew nuts, chicken and mixed vegetables. Other must-orders include the fragrant Sambal Sweet Potato Leaves ($15) and the umami-packed Trio Eggs Spinach ($18) served in a claypot.
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The top picks, popular finds and newly opened places in Singapore, Malaysia and Philippines, curated by Burpple editors!