Ciel Patisserie - New Outlet at Jalan Bukit Merah

Ciel Patisserie has been around for a couple of years now. I remember visiting them when they were still located at a tiny corner in Bugis. Chara Lum, the founder of Ciel Patisserie, is my schoolmate from Anglo-Chinese Junior College who went on to Le Cordon Bleu in Paris. She has brought delightful and affordable French pastries to the neighbourhood of Hougang when she opened up her very own brick and mortar shop back in 2012. Following the success of their first outlet, and their online bakery business, Ciel Patisserie is ready to say hello and bring life to the quiet Jalan Bukit Merah estate.

(CLOSED)Big Lazy Chop @ Short Street (Selegie)

Six months old Big Lazy Chop might not be situated at the most easily located or eye-catching spot but it is actually pretty near town. It's just a short walk away from the famous Rochor Beancurd at Selegie. There's ample parking in the compound and the 90-seater has both an alfresco and air-conditioned area. At the helm of the kitchen is Chef Oh, who has more than 37 years of experience whipping up palate-pleasing fare. He has come up with around 30 sauces that diners can pair with meat or seafood options. The Salted Egg Yolk XL Spare Ribs ($20) is one of the most popular items here and I urge you to give these gigantic ribs a go!

Lobsterfest at Lime(PARKROYAL on Pickering) - Free Flow Lobsters!

The highly anticipated Lobsterfest is back! In conjunction with SG50 last year, Lime dressed their Maine lobsters in more local flavours. This year, diners can look forward to a wider variety of Western-style lobsters. In addition to their usual spread of fresh seafood on ice, sashimi, Peranakan selection and dessert range, Lobsterfest brings you 10 droolworthy Maine lobster dishes.

(CLOSED)Senate Coffee @ Great Eastern Centre (Pickering Street)

The folks behind Populus have struck with their second venture. Located within FIVE Square at the Great Eastern Centre is Senate Coffee, a specialty coffee kiosk that serves up healthy grain bowls and nutrient bowls. If you've tried the grain bowls at Populus and are a fan, you'll be pleased to know that you can get them here too! A darker roast is served at Senate Coffee so do expect a nuttier and less acidic cuppa.

Brotzeit Celebrates 10th Anniversary with German Heritage Beers @ 313 Somerset

Homegrown Brotzeit celebrates ten good years of serving up authentic German fare and German beers, and a strong regional presence with the addition of four draft beers from two German heritage breweries, Franziskaner and Löwenbräu. With six outlets in Singapore and thirteen more in six other countries, Brotzeit is a resounding success.

Singapore Coffee Festival 2016 Cafe-Hopping Trail @ Oriole Coffee, The Coastal Settlement & PAUL Bakery

The first ever Singapore Coffee Festival is just around the corner and it is the one event that coffee aficionados and those who are keen to learn more about coffee must not miss. We were treated to a cafe-hopping trail as a sneak preview of what can be expected at the highly anticipated event. More than 100 exhibitors will be on site, bringing you the best of coffee and lab sessions at the four-day event at the F1 Pit Building. 

(CLOSED)Mo'mor Izakaya by W. Martin @ Tanglin Post Office (Tanglin Road)

Helmed by industry veteran Chef Martin Woo, Mo'mor Izakaya commands an eye-catching spot at the Tanglin Post Office, on street level. The contemporary izakaya house pushes out Japanese fare with a European flair in a charming setting and the oysters and Wagyu beef here have generated quite a buzz. The Matsusaka Wagyu Striploin ($9 per 10g) was unbelievably tender and melted gloriously as I savoured it oh-so-slowly. The flavour, the texture, just sublime.

Quandoo Food Trail : Kite, L'entrecôte Wine Bar, Bincho, Sum Yi Tai

With close to 800 food and beverage merchants on board, Quandoo is the largest online reservation platform for restaurants in Singapore. Quandoo is popular and widely used as it is simple to navigate and users are rewarded with points for every booking made or review written. These points could be exchanged for monetary rewards! How cool is that?

I'll be giving away a $100 dining voucher(courtesy of Quandoo) at the end of this post, so read on to find out more!

Beerfest Asia 2016 Preview @ Timbre+

Beerfest Asia is the largest beer festival in the whole of Asia and it's back again this year! The eighth edition, and the biggest yet, will stretch from 16th - 19th June at Marina Promenade. With a record high of over 500 beers available, beer fanatics must not miss this smashing event that will also bring you live music acts, international tribute bands, stand-up comedians, beerpong, darts and good food!

BottlesXO's Picnic in the Park

BottlesXO is a game changer. You can now get high quality European wine delivered in less than 60 minutes to wherever you are. You could be at a picnic, or by the beach, at a restaurant, or at home and all it takes is a few clicks on the BottlesXO mobile application and you'll get wine sent to you, at perfect drinking temperature, no less!

Vatos Urban Tacos @ South Beach Quarter

The Ko-Mex chain has drawn alot of attention ever since it set foot on Beach Road. The place is dimly lit and seems to be a popular after-work hangout with the executives. Opened by three Korean Americans who grew up on authentic Mexican food and traditional Korean food, you can expect a clever fusion of the best of both Mexican and Korean cuisine here.

Pizzas & Wines @ Jamie's Italian (VivoCity)

Jamie’s Italian at VivoCity now offers pizzas in their refreshed menu. The pizza dough is made fresh daily and shaped through gentle stretching which is the key to developing a crisp texture and crust. Pizzas are served on special stoneware plates which retain the heat and crispness of the pizza.

The Populus Coffee & Food Co. @ 146 Neil Road

My fourth visit to Populus was an immense treat. I have been raving about their Spring Onion Pancake and Fried Chicken since my first trip there and I was so happy that we were gonna have it that evening too! Populus has been around for just about six months but everytime I'm there, they're always packed. That says alot about them, doesn't it? I had expected the place to be quieter during dinner time but I was wrong. Populus is truly, popular.

(CLOSED)7 Inch Square Pizza @ 70 Anson Road

7 Inch Square Pizza has been around for a few years now and they've always been focused on their signature pizzas, which comes in a 7 inch by 7 inch square. They have recently ventured into their very own brick and mortar shop that specialises in pizzas, pastas and salads. Conveniently located on Anson Road, their menu caters to the working crowd and allows diners to customise their own meals.

AIX 2015 Vintage Rosé Lunch @ Osia (Resorts World Sentosa)

Chef Douglas Tay of Osia came up with a menu to complement the delicate AIX 2015 Vintage Rosé. I have to say that he did an unbelievably great job in showcasing the brilliance of the exquisite wine with the myriad of flavours incorporated into the specially tailored menu. 

burger joint (Amoy Street) - Possibly the Best Burger in Singapore

All the way from New York and set to rock our shores, Burger Joint brings to the table obscenely affordable burgers. Coming to you on 3rd May, the team behind the burger sensation is all set to bring you the best burgers in town. They're using the same pickles, same cheese, same beef and basically, you're getting the exact same burger as what you will get in New York.

(CLOSED)Masterclass & New Menu @ Salt Tapas & Bar (Raffles City)

I don't usually go back to the same dining establishment unless its for coffee or for a particular dessert that I really like (even then, it's really rare) but this is my fifth time at Salt Tapas & Bar. I'm always excited to be back here because I know I'll still be impressed, like I have been my past four visits.

Lin林 Rooftop Bar @ Link Hotel (Tiong Bahru)

Lin林 Rooftop Bar was quite a pleasant find. Channeling tons of Asian influence into their unique cocktails and food, patrons can expect to find Western offerings with playful touches of home in a laidback setting.

(CLOSED)Aryaa @ Beach Road

My first encounter with Greek food was a memorable one. I had no idea what to expect. I know they use alot of herbs and cheeses in their cuisine but that's about all there is to my knowledge of this unique cuisine. I popped by Aryaa on Beach Road for lunch and was shown an extensive menu inspired by the culinary adventures of Alexander the Great who travelled across the Mediterranean to India.

Ele-CITRUS-fying Lemon Tarts & 8 New Classic Treats @ Tiong Bahru Bakery

The classic lemon tart at Tiong Bahru Bakery now comes in three levels of sourness and I must say that its the best news I've heard in awhile. I've always loved lemon tarts but most of the tarts out there are way too sour for me. I love a refreshing kick of zingy-ness anytime but I always prefer more sweet than sour.

The newly rolled-out tarts are great because there's now a lemon tart for everyone! Level one sees an impeccable tart base filled with a creamy filling that is largely sweet with soft touches of tanginess. Level two (my favourite) was well-balanced with almost equal parts sweet and sour. Level three got me scrunching up my face and I would recommend it for those who truly enjoy very zesty treats.

On top of the lemon tarts, the dessert selection welcomes eight new additions crafted with top quality flour, butter and chocolate imported from France.