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Trattoria

Posted on November 19, 2010 by bookjunkie

Trattoria located at the new 313 mall in Orchard Road, is one place I would return to for it’s lunch set menu which costs just S$9.80 for a main meal plus a coffee or tea. You also get complimentary tomato … Continue reading →

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Singapore Daily Photos: Halloween at Bugis Junction

Posted on October 31, 2010 by bookjunkie

You have to look real close or you’ll miss the little bits of Halloween here and there. I wish they would do it in a bigger way like what I saw in Japan. Yeah, I know it’s a commercial holiday, … Continue reading →

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Family Dinner at Wan Hao, Marriott Hotel

Posted on October 27, 2010 by bookjunkie

I would let the pictures do the talking, but my photo taking skills are not that great. The lighting was bad and everyone was eager to dig in and I didn’t want to hold them up. I would recommend practically … Continue reading →

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T.G.I. FRiDAY’S Is Back in Singapore

Posted on October 23, 2010 by bookjunkie

My favourite food is turning out to be American. I’m not so into pasta but I seem to have a constant craving for burgers and ribs. That’s why I always look forward to a meal at an authentic American Casual … Continue reading →

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An Atas Meal: Da Paolo La Terrazza

Posted on October 17, 2010 by bookjunkie

Some days I ask myself why do I blog. Am I becoming a slave to my blog? Some days I get tired of taking pictures of food and just want to eat. But then when I don’t take pictures I … Continue reading →

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Hanamaru in Osaka: The Place to Go For Udon and Inari Sushi

Posted on October 9, 2010 by bookjunkie

Someone should bring this Japanese Food Chain called Hanamaru to Singapore. It’s affordable and they sell the best udon and inari sushi. So I discovered that Japan is not as expensive as it was in the past. I am craving … Continue reading →

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Why I Will Never Dine Here Again

Posted on August 31, 2010 by bookjunkie

I took some photos so you know the place I’m talking about. Nara, a new Japanese restaurant in Serangoon Gardens is a place I won’t be revisiting. Maybe it was just my one bad experience. In all fairness, maybe you’ve … Continue reading →

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Soon Heng Hyde Park Cafe: Divine Peranakan Curries with Rice

Posted on August 28, 2010 by bookjunkie

The name of this restaurant Soon Heng @ Hyde Park Cafe may suggest this place is in London, but no, it’s right here in Singapore. It’s a quaint little place, hidden in Prinsep Street (central part of Singapore which is … Continue reading →

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Borshch Steakhouse: Singapore Style Fish and Chips

Posted on August 27, 2010 by bookjunkie

I love the local style Fish and Chips at Borsch Steakhouse, a restaurant that has not had a makeover since the 70’s.  It’s what I call accidentally charming.  It costs S$9.80 which is pretty expensive, but they are generous with … Continue reading →

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Bakerzin at UE Square

Posted on August 24, 2010 by bookjunkie

Once I confused United Square for UE Square and didn’t realize they were two different places. As we were walking around looking for a decent place to eat, I decided on the Bakerzin even though my partner would have preferred … Continue reading →

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My First Time Trying Paella (Spanish Rice Dish): Serenity at VivoCity

Posted on August 6, 2010 by bookjunkie

Paella is a spanish rice dish and saffron adds a wonderful gold colour to the rice. We had the seafood paella which was very expensive for a very small portion, but it sure was good. I found it really tasty … Continue reading →

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Tiny North Indian Restaurant: Garden Kadhai

Posted on August 5, 2010 by bookjunkie

Although this is mainly a North Indian Restaurant, they do serve a few South Indian dishes too. I would recommend sticking with North Indian items like the Kashmiri and Garlic Naan and get any curry you like to dunk you … Continue reading →

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Second Blogged Visit to the Original Komala Vilas

Posted on August 4, 2010 by bookjunkie

You can read about my last visit where I raved about the South Vegetarian Rice set and the tea. I took more pictures today, including shots of the menu.  It’s messy as usual, but oh so yummy.  Also I preferred … Continue reading →

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Peking Duck at Yum Char

Posted on July 14, 2010 by bookjunkie

Peking Duck is the best thing on the Yum Char menu. This dim sum restaurant used to be only at Chinatown, but they have a branch at the Serangoon Garden Country Club now. My family likes this place because it … Continue reading →

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Oomphatico’s

Posted on July 5, 2010 by bookjunkie

At the Oomphatico website they actually encourage you to read a book. Something like that wins me over immediately. It helps also that the place has an inviting decor and is located at Tanglin Mall which is a nice sleepy … Continue reading →

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Pad Thai and Red Rubies

Posted on June 23, 2010 by bookjunkie

After reading a freshly pressed blog on Thai Iced Tea, I was tempted to have some Thai Food myself.  I decided to try out Diandin Leluk which seems like an authentic place with chefs from Thailand. Thai Food always features … Continue reading →

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Brazilian BBQ in Singapore: Carnivore at VivoCity

Posted on June 12, 2010 by bookjunkie

The place is called Carnivore – Brazilian Churrascaria. We have passed by so many time, but have never been hungry enough to attempt a meat buffet. Today we decided to just go for it as we’d heard some friends rave … Continue reading →

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Marutama Ramen: Best Chicken Broth Ever

Posted on June 7, 2010 by bookjunkie

There is always a queue outside this stall unless you go pretty early. Also go early so that you won’t end up at a counter seat like I did. The food is great, but the service is just quick and … Continue reading →

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Rise at Marina Sands Bay

Posted on May 22, 2010 by bookjunkie

I found out that this Lobby Restaurant called Rise serves lunch and dinner buffets including a sushi and sashimi bar, a Tandoori station, risotto and fresh seafood. I think you could have a long relaxed meal here because at the … Continue reading →

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Jin Shan’s Giant Lanterns at Marina Bay Sands

Posted on May 22, 2010 by bookjunkie

The humongous white lanterns were so pretty.  They are made with a smooth plastic material.  I know because I actually had ‘itchy fingers’ (a Singlish phrase we use, especially to kids who can’t resist touching things they are not supposed … Continue reading →

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