Monthly Archives: May 2015

Tasty Akamaru Ramen at Ippudo (Shaw Centre)

Posted on May 31, 2015 by bookjunkie

The new branch of Ippudo at Shaw Centre is difficult to get to. You might get a bit lost like we did. But it was worth it. The ramen and the broth satisfied us very much. And we got a … Continue reading →

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Curry Rice – Messy Looking But Tasty

Posted on May 31, 2015 by bookjunkie

It might look like a huge mess, but you can’t go wrong with curry rice. You can walk to the coffee shop from City Square Mall. Address: Beach Road Scissor-Cut Curry Rice 229 Jln Besar, Singapore 208905

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Peranakan Meal at Pow Sing

Posted on May 31, 2015 by bookjunkie

You can’t go too wrong with a meal at Pow Sing. The sambal chilli is really good and extremely spicy. They open as early as 5pm for dinner. We try to go before 6pm in order to get a parking … Continue reading →

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Thosai at Komala Vilas

Posted on May 30, 2015 by bookjunkie

Always tasty and generous portions at the original Komala Vilas at Serangoon Road. Only thing is after the meal you tend to feel quite bloated. I still love the taste here and it’s been in operation since 1947. I guess … Continue reading →

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MTR: South Indian Vegetarian Place from Bangalore, in Singapore

Posted on May 30, 2015 by bookjunkie

Have been wanting to try out this new chain from Bangalore that uses only pure ghee and no reused oil. MTR actually stands for Mavalli Tiffin Room and it’s been in operation since 1924. I noticed that food presentation was … Continue reading →

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Kay Lee Roast: Original Branch at Paya Lebar, New Owners

Posted on May 28, 2015 by bookjunkie

Back to the Paya Lebar branch which they saw the original owners oversee. Not as good as I recall before the place got sold, but better than the suntec city branch somehow. Wonder if I’m being biased knowing that the … Continue reading →

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Chuan Kee Satay

Posted on May 26, 2015 by bookjunkie

For a change it’s nice to have Chinese Style Chicken and Pork Satay with the pineapple peanut gravy. I usually don’t go for Pork but it was good and I see why this stall at Old Airport Road Hawker Centre … Continue reading →

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Tony Romas (Orchard Central)

Posted on May 26, 2015 by bookjunkie

Good meal starting off with really fresh chewy bread and an aromatic garlic butter. The ribs here are always good and the root beet float was fantastic (after not having one for ages).  I was not really feeling the spinach … Continue reading →

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Jai Thai at East Coast Road

Posted on May 25, 2015 by bookjunkie

This is my second time to a Jai Thai restaurant but my first time to a branch in the East.  The last time I was a bit disappointed but this time I found the meal fantastic and the service excellent. … Continue reading →

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Aperia Mall seems Rather Dull

Posted on May 25, 2015 by bookjunkie

Don’t think I want to come here again. Think it’s more for residents living in the attached condo or office workers who work in the area and now have another option for lunch. The only attraction seems to be Tim … Continue reading →

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