Tag Archives: South Indian

Always Hits the Spot: Paper Thosai

Posted on June 28, 2015 by bookjunkie

South Indian Thosai Meal at Komala Vilas.

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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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I Have to Agree with Anthony Bourdain about Apolo’s Fishhead Curry

Posted on October 8, 2012 by bookjunkie

The Banana Leaf Apolo’s fish head curry, is a tangy spicy dish that will truly satisfy. I feel that I had to rectify that I had only tried this perhaps one or two times and since this place is so … Continue reading →

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Muthu’s at Dempsey

Posted on October 7, 2012 by bookjunkie

Will be sticking to Samy’s Curry when I am craving for South Indian curries. Didn’t enjoy the more expensive cusine at Muthu’s or the air-conditioned ambience as much. It wasn’t bad, but not my top choice. I wanted to try … Continue reading →

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Payasam

Posted on August 29, 2012 by bookjunkie

This South Indian dessert might be a bit too sweet for many, but it’s one of my favourites. I explain why here. I have a preference for South Indian food while my sister prefers North Indian food although Payasam is … Continue reading →

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Little India: South Indian Food at Anjappar

Posted on November 14, 2011 by bookjunkie

Anjappar is from India. Chennai specifically. The old name, Madras, might be more familiar. The cuisine is referred to as Chettinad. Every couple of weeks I crave for thosai and since we were at Mustafa we headed to the branch … Continue reading →

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Shakuntala’s at Syed Alwi Road & Other Indian Restaurants near Mustafa

Posted on October 15, 2011 by bookjunkie

I’ve enjoyed the vegetarian rice set at Shakuntala’s and I recommend this branch rather than the fancier one called Shankutala’s Food Palace at Race Course Road which serves seafood as well. The standards are not very consistent and I find … Continue reading →

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Pure Vegetarian Meal: Murugan Idli Shop at Syed Alwi Road

Posted on October 14, 2011 by bookjunkie

If you want pure vegetarian South Indian food, then I would recommend Murugan Idli Shop. I thought their logo of steaming idlis was simple and enticing. It’s a 15 year old chain from Chennai in South India, with 2 outlets … Continue reading →

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Addicted to Samy’s Curry at Demsey

Posted on October 1, 2011 by bookjunkie

After a disappointing meal at Muthu’s at Race Course Road, we took another trip to Demsey, for much more fulfilling non-vegetarian banana leaf meal. Muthu’s was $40 compared to the $27 we spent at Dempsey. Samy’s Curry blew the competition … Continue reading →

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Dempsey Road: Samy’s Curry for another Yummy Banana Leaf Experience

Posted on September 25, 2011 by bookjunkie

Been here countless number of times, enticed by the very tasty South Indian curries and the laid back green backdrop. I’d rather have curry in these open surroundings than in an air-conditioned cafe.  I always think, if Singapore’s temperature fell … Continue reading →

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Sweet Indian Snacks: Jalebi & Kesari

Posted on July 22, 2011 by bookjunkie

Jalebi: North Indian dessert, with Persian origins. Deep fried flour with ghee, sugar, rose water and saffron. I searched the web and the calorie count for this dessert is listed as just 250. That’s about the calorie count for a … Continue reading →

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Thosai at Komala Vilas

Posted on July 22, 2011 by bookjunkie

I don’t know if Komala Vilas has the best thosai, but I always tend to come back to the original branch located on the main road. It was established in Singapore way back in 1947 and is still going strong. … Continue reading →

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Another Trip to Samy’s Curry at Dempsey Hill

Posted on September 13, 2010 by bookjunkie

The South Indian banana leaf curry here is so good, but I hope to not be tempted to return in a long time. Why you ask? Because it’s ruining my diet. I always overeat. Sorry to tempt you as well, … Continue reading →

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Kerala: Art & Sculptures at the Taj Hotels

Posted on August 19, 2010 by bookjunkie

Attractive painting depicting the traditional Kathakali dance form, at the Taj Malabar which is located at the man-made tourist island of Fort Cochin. I saw beautiful sculptures of traditional revered symbols in Hindu culture, the cow and the elephant at … 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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Mindy Kaling and Ellie Kemper of The Office

Posted on August 1, 2010 by bookjunkie

The show ‘The Office’ can always cure a bad day. I absolutely love Mindy Kaling (Fushia) and the newest addition, Ellie Kemper (Electric Blue) in it. Mindy Kaling is also a writer on the show which few people realize. How … Continue reading →

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I Ate With My Fingers Today, South Indian Style

Posted on July 15, 2010 by bookjunkie

After talking about our traditional culture of eating with our fingers, it dawned on me that we haven’t eaten any South Indian Vegetarian Food for a while. The great thing about Singapore is that if you crave for South Indian … Continue reading →

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Samy’s Curry at Dempsey Village: South Indian Food on a Banana Leaf

Posted on July 10, 2010 by bookjunkie

The best South Indian Food can be found at Samy’s Curry at Dempsey Village. Only the service leaves much to be desired as there are too many staff around chatting loudly around you as you eat. Perhaps we sat at … Continue reading →

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