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wednesday thursday 1 World Sake Day $80 | 7PM | LEWIN TERRACE Celebrate with eight different types of premium sake and dishes. Don’t forget to kanpai! www.lewinterrace.com. sg
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$32 | S.E.A. AQUARIUM | TILL 15 NOV | 10AM-7PM This Halloween, witness Singapore’s first-ever underwater pumpkin carving by ‘skeletal’ divers and other treats. www.rwsentosa.com/ seaa
TILL 11 OCT | QUAYSIDE ISLE Nosh on traditional German fare like sausages, glazed spring chicken and classic pork knuckle. www.picotin. com.sg/whatson.php
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$20 | 7-9PM| KUVO Taste over 160 labels of Californian wines, with something to suit every palate—right in the heart of Orchard Road. Call 6733 8272 for reservations.
$68 | UNIVERSAL STUDIOS SINGAPORE | FRI-SUN TILL 31 OCT | 7.30PM-12.30/1.30AM The annual nightmare’s back—this time with a new chapter of True Singapore Ghost Stories, a Hell House and a Dark House. Selected rides will be open. www.halloweenhorrornights.com.sg
$268 | SENTOSA |7PM Chefs Sam and Forest Leong will host a culinary five-course journey through three restaurants: Forest 森, Tangerine and Ocean Restaurant by Cat Cora. www.rwsentosa. com/dining
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TILL 1 NOV Delectable deals include 1-for-1 offers, $10 weekday set lunches, and free meals for kids. www.vivocity.com.sg
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FROM $28 | 7.30PM | UNIVERSITY CULTURAL CENTRE A capella group Key Elements will croon about java, tipples, and even in Portuguese. www.sistic. com.sg/events/cccc1015
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$10 | 3-4PM | FIELD BESIDE CHOA CHU KANG MRT Impress judges with your skills in honour of National Heart Week/ World Heart Day. fb.com/heartfoundation
$180 | TILL 10 OCT | 6pm | MARINA AT KEPPEL BAY There’ll be eight authentic German beers, bites from Deutschland, the Hofbrauhaus band from Munich and games—we say prost to that! Read more on p.20. www.sistic.com.sg/events/okto2015
MON-FRI | 4-6PM BOTTURA SUNTEC Choose from red (Chianti) or sparkling wines, Italian cocktails or craft beer by Menabrea for only ($14++). Every drink comes with a slice of Piadina (flat sandwich) or one Arancini. bottura.sg
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FREE | 5PM-12AM | RED DOT DESIGN MUSEUM Art, fashion, crafts, music and more: plus get your drawing done at #PortraitsAfterDark. www.fb.com/goMAAD
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FROM $50-$120/PAX Create your own Dracula’s Eye, Marshmallow Man and Swamp Monster at Drinkdings’ special cocktail workshop. www.drinkdings.com
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TILL 25 OCT Art installations, food, and live music at the three quays. More on p.20.
21-24 OCT | SUNTEC CONVENTION CENTRE A showcase of everything Nippon, from food and drinks to equipment.
$120 | 7-8.30pm | LONG BAR RAFFLES HOTEL Learn a trick or two from the bartending team as you recreate our nation’s famous cocktail. http://spoonfulevent-53.peatix.com/
$15 | BANGKOK JAM MARINA SQUARE | 6-10PM Wear your Chatuchak best and savour authentic Thai food, drinks and beer. Early birds get goodie bags. See facing page.
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TILL 1 NOV With the overarching theme of Sinfully Delectable, foodies can indulge in an exciting range of cuisines from over 100 top restaurants. www.restaurantweek.sg
coming up in november 10 Nov: Deepavali 20-23 Nov: Asia Pacific Food Expo 26 Nov: Thanksgiving
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friday 2 Market of Artists and Designers
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National Chocolate Day Celebrate all things chocolate today! Flip to p.28 for more cocoa tidbits.
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HAPPY HALLOWEEN!
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Each month, we’ll feature a fresh makan place—whether it’s a new outlet of a familiar brand, revamped concept or completely new entrant—for you to guess what/where it is. Correct answers will be entered in a draw to win a dining experience with us!
OCT: 5 readers stand to win DINNER FOR 2
Hidden in the heart of Orchard Road is this spacious concept restaurant, bar and wine lounge serving fine comfort food. Satisfy your urge for breakfast, lunch, tea or dinner as they serve up items ranging from coffee chicken wings to the fabulously rich King Prawn Noodle Soup. Over at the bar, their Japanese mixologist shakes up creative cocktails in gorgeous presentations. Give us your best guess between 1-15 Oct to dine at the restaurant on 11 Nov, 7pm! For full details and to enter, visit www.bites.com.sg/makanonbites
BiTES reserves the right to publicise winners’ names and pictures. By entering the contest, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to publish publicity photos and video in any format without limitation. Participants to ensure they can dine on 11 November at 7pm. More on www.bites.com.sg/makanonbites
Thai’rrific Food Fest giveaway!
Head ups, Bangkok Jam fans! The Thai food purveyor will be holding a special Thai’rrific fest, featuring some food & drink items that can’t be found on their regular menus, and rarely seen in Singapore as well. Tickets for the event will be sold in coupon booklets of $15, to be used for food, drinks and beer. There’ll also be Bangkok Jam merchandise, and musical performances from The Lost Box. Dress to the code of “Your Chatuchak Best” and you could also win prizes! To thank you for your support, they are offering BiTES readers six pairs of coupons! Email us between 1-15 Oct with your name, IC number and phone number, answering the question: What’s your favourite dish at Bangkok Jam? All entries will be put into a lucky draw. For more details: www.bites.com.sg/promotions/contests Date: 6-10pm, 22 Oct Venue: #02-105B/C Marina Square, 6 Raffles Boulevard. Tel: 6338 6632, www.bangkokjam.com.sg
EVERGREEN EVENING
BiTES winners soaked up the verdant surroundings of The Dunearn before night fell. The restaurant, housed within the NUSS Bukit Timah Guild House, is cradled by lush greenery of our first UNESCO site, the Singapore Botanic Gardens. We delved into our starter and soup before making a key decision for that evening: whether to have the slow-cooked beef cheek, orange roughy fillet (fish) or the fettuccini al prosciutto. When the beautifully plated chocolate raspberry tart with orange sorbet arrived, everyone fell silent with awe: it was equally delicious. We left thoroughly satisfied by the views and the dinner. Scan the QR code to relive our decadent dishes.
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It’s landed, and we couldn’t be more excited about the minimalist Cafe & Meal MUJI. With a natural flavours concept, the cold and hot deli menu (similar to Japan) offers a variety of well-balanced meals. Customise your own deli set with choice of three (1 hot + 2 cold, $12.90) or four (2 cold + 2 hot, $16.90) items, together with bread, white rice or 10-grain rice (our personal favourite!). Desserts and drinks include classic chocolate cake ($7.40) and refreshing mixed berries cheesecake ($8.40) that are best taken with the hibiscus tea and sunset tea ($3.90 each) respectively. #04-36 to 40 Paragon, 290 Orchard Road. Tel: 6735 0123
Newly opened Fukusen has launched with an eye-catching promo: if you or your friend’s name begins with F, K, or S, you can enjoy 1-for-1 lunch sets till 30 Nov! Choose from chicken teriyaki ($21), Kurobuta pork ($24), or salmon sashimi don ($24) topped with ikura, served alongside aburi salmon carpaccio. The 45-seater restaurant also specialises in omakase, starting from the five-course Hana ($80). #01-02 Hotel Clover, 33 Jalan Sultan. Tel: 6291 4818
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Fans of Idaten Udon (formerly Ten-ichi Udon) at nex will be pleased to note that the self-serve concept has opened a standalone outlet at City Link Mall. Choose from noodle flavours like yuzu, matcha or pumpkin (limited period only), and decide if you want chilled dipping sauce or hot soup. Pick some tempura and sides for added crunch (meals below $12). Current promotional items are asari (clam) udon and kimchi beef ramen ($9.80 each). #B1-21 CityLink Mall, One Raffles Link. Tel: 6238 7490 What exactly goes into a modern sushi roll? Maki-San, which recently celebrated its third anniversary in Aug, packs its nori cylinders with white or brown rice and your choice of ingredients (three or five) plus a premium pick, a sprinkle (seasoning) and
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Visit Sumiya's Suntec City restaurant to behold its circular Enomatic sake dispenser. The 16 varieties on display include nigori (cloudy or unfiltered) types, sweeter kinds, seasonal bottles and of course the premium junmai daiginjyo class, which have a purer and more elegant taste. Post-paid card operated, choose from tasting portions (20ml, $2.20 for Ichinokura Himezen Sweet), half (60ml) or a full (120ml) portion. Try also their signature Kuriya Original Sake ($4.50/13.50/26.80) made from 100 percent superior grade Yamadanishiki rice. Pair your aromatic choice with the outlet's irori genshiyaki (charcoal slow grilling) dishes like yellowtail collar with salt ($20.80) and semi-dried rock fish ($48), which is first prepared in a special machine that mimics the warmth of the sun's rays, intensifying the natural flavour of the catch. A five-course sake tasting menu ($68.80) is also available. #03-332/333 Suntec City (Sky Garden, North Wing, Tower 2), 3 Temasek Boulevard. Tel: 6235 1816 If you love Spanish canapes and gin, My Little
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one house sauce ($7.90/9.90). If you can’t decide, we recommend California Dreaming ($8.90), with pops of ebiko, the creaminess of avocado and sweet crab stick and tamagoyaki. A carb-free option would be their Eelin’ Happy salad ($11.90). Oh, and don’t forget to keep those pretty packages for your trinkets! Outlets at The Cathay, The Arcade and I12 Katong. www.rollwithmakisan.com Thanks to a project by Japanese and Singapore companies which include Eastern Green, Kidaya and La Ditta, in partnership with Cold Storage, we’ll soon enjoy Japanese premium vegetables grown in purpose-built clean rooms. The leafy greens are pesticide-free and will use 95 percent less water. These are also ready to eat (no need to wash before consumption), are harvested at peak flavour and will have a longer expiry date. The scheme will be kick started in 2015/6. japanese premium vegetables
Tapas Bar's gin-toneria menu will be up your alley. Choose from 18 gins and 17 botanicals to dream up your ideal G&T (one gin and up to three botanicals, from $18). Gin selections include Xoriguer (made in Menorca, said to be the birthplace of gin) and Mascaro (a London dry gin produced in the Penedes region, made wholly from juniper berries), both from Spain. Botanicals of note are ginger, pandan leaf and blueberry. 42 Club Street. Tel: 6223 8048 my little tapas bar
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Cross-cultural appeal
Proving its versatility, Somersby is equally at ease quenching your thirst over dim sum or while getting the party started in a nightclub. Whether you prefer Somersby pear or apple cider, both are made with real fruit juices without artificial colouring or preservativesƒjust the right accompaniment wherever you go.
Bollywood LAH!
Ready, get set, party! Bollywood LAH!, the latest nightclub to open this year in August, is where to showcase your best dance moves. On the decks, you’ll find resident Deejay Anuraga along with Guest DJ performers, whether it’s for a Wednesday After Work chillout or celebrating a wild weekend. There’s an open dance space and a more intimate, exclusive VIP section with booth seating. Whichever the case, a Somersby apple cider is a crisp, sparkly start to the night as it contains just 4.5% alcohol and keeps you going. As the organisers say, it's time to experience Bollypore—where the artistry of Bollywood music meets the vibrant party scene of Singapore. Mon-Sat 10pm-late. #03-17/18 Cuppage Plaza, 5 Koek Road. Tel: 9338 7203, www.bollywood-lah.com
Kam Boat Teochew Restaurant
After over 10 years, Kam Boat’s daily handmade Hong Kong dim sum has more than won the hearts of its fans. Look out for items such as steamed BBQ pork buns, deep-fried spring roll with yam and siew mai, all which complement the naturally sweet and tart flavours of Somersby apple cider. The cider’s slight fizz also helps you to digest when indulging in your favourite cuisine. Kam Boat also specialises in live seafood, cold crab and Peking duck, but our perennial favourite has to be the deliciously crispy deep-fried soon hock with special sauce. Mon-Sat 11.30am-3pm, Sun/PH 10am-3pm, daily dinner 6-10.30pm #01-13 Orchard Parade Hotel, 1 Tanglin Road. Tel: 6733 6755, www.kamboat.com.sg
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Fresh on the scene, Grain Traders is a hit with their generous portions in the Hero Bowls ($16)—El Hibaro (striploin with salsa sauce on sushi rice), Rooster’s Crow (roasted chicken and medley of greens and beans on quinoa), Mr. Pirom (tuna, wild mushrooms with apple kimchi on soba noodles) and The Tantrum (lentil cakes with grilled beets and mixed beans on bulgur wheat). Often mistaken for a salad bar, Grain Traders is much more—keeping their belief in feeding and treating people right. Customised bowls are available. Their ultra-smooth flat white ($5.50) is a must-try too. #0101/2/3 Capitagreen,138 Market Street. Tel: 6348 6559 It’s time to lime (slang for “hanging out with friends” in Caribbean) again over Lime’s House menu revamp. Favourites include whole jerk lamb rack ($78), soft and tender beef ribs ($98) and fresh whole fish escovitch
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43 Craig Road, Singapore 089681 www.fng.com.sg info@fng.com.sg Reservations : +65 6221 3088 Snacks, Drinks, Dinner & Supper 5.00 pm - 3.00 am Everyday except Sunday
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($76); all served up in sharing platters for three or more, and flavoured the Caribbean way with onions and Scotch bonnet peppers. Add on the oxtail dumplings soup ($15) and jerk beef skewers ($14). 2 Jiak Chuan Road. Tel: 6222 3130 The Carvery is a haven for meat lovers. Executive chef Robert Chan prepares a daily buffet (from $38) featuring premium roasts including beef, lamb, pork and chicken. Condiments and sauces created to suit the top meats include specialty fine salts, and house-made anchovy and truffle butters. There are up to 12 side dishes including Yorkshire pudding, French Lyonnaise potatoes, American roasted butternut squash, soft white polenta and smoked eggplant. Complement your roasts with over 50 wines by the glass ($15) or bottle (from $80). Dinner Sun-Thu costs $52, and Fri-Sat $62 when additional premium cuts are served. Level 7 Park Hotel Alexandra, 323 Alexandra Road. Tel: 6828 8880
Since it opened in January 2013, bistro and bar Fordham & Grand has won the palates and hearts of discerning diners with great food, delightful cocktails and a handsome concept styled after the speakeasy bars of the 1920s, that takes guests into the wee hours of the morning.
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Innovating on its offerings of Indian Chinese and North Indian cuisine, Jade of India has introduced its own versions of the beloved dim sum, using natural vegetable colouring to perk up the palate. The spinach and mushroom and mixed vegetable ($7.50) pack intense veggie flavours, while the chicken ($9.50) and prawn ($11.50) fillings stay moist and succulent after steaming. Available at lunch and dinner. #01-01/05 Soho@ Farrer, 172 Race Course Road. Tel: 6341 7656
Refresh in Orchard New concepts and menus
Seoul Yummy opens its sixth outlet with a fresh look—snips of about 40 K-pop artistes’ profiles are placed around the store’s bright interiors. Signature dishes include fried saba fish ($11.90) and black or kare stew ($48.90, 2 pax). End your hearty meal with the ever popular bingsu ($7.90) in a choice of two flavours—special trio and Best Friends Forever (banana slices, cookies and chocolate ice cream). #B3-22 ION Orchard, 2 Orchard Turn. Tel: 6509 4045 A slice of Italy comes to Orchard Road—the second Jamie’s Italian Forum now serves handmade artisan pizza (margherita, $21; funghi, $23.50; and Italian Hot, $24.50). We had a hand in stretching seoul the dough (with the yummy chef’s guidance) to find out the key to its irresistibly crisp base: pizza dough is made by hand and proved (for hours). Check out other tantalising dishes such as octopus & mussel spaghetti ($17), penne carbonara ($23.50) and wild mushroom & smoked mozzarella risotto ($26.50), and wash them down with a Jamie’s Mojito. #01-01/04 Forum Shopping Mall, 583 Orchard Road. Tel: 6655 7676 A play on lokkee "lucky", The TungLok Group's newest venture, Lokkee, is a cheeky take on global Chinese cuisine found in Chinatowns of Los Angeles, New York, London and Sydney. All the elements are in play: fortune cookies with quirky sayings, take-out boxes, pop art Chinese brush paintings and that savoury-citrus-sweet flavour most foreign establishments adopt. Start with the poké (po-kay) salad ($16), a Hawaiian appetiser of cubed tuna, salmon and avocado tossed in a spicy dressing and served in a tortilla chip bowl. Behold the Awesome Flaming pineapple beef ($28), a ‘rendang’ within a burning fruit; the Firecracker chicken nest ($24), pairing mala with mango puree "yolks"; and the piquant tomato broth grilled fish ($58), that will appeal to the more traditional crowd. Singapore noodles jamie’s you ask? Yes, they italian forum have that too. Do order the refreshing Ultraviolet oolong tea, which utilises blue chai (or butterfly pea flower) syrup and citrus for that fun colour-changing effect. #03-01 Plaza Singapura, 68 Orchard Road. Tel: 6884 4566
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In this column, we pick a notable personality to go cafe-hopping with us. This September, self-taught food illustrator and recent graduate Mandy Kew shares her ups and downs of her crafty passion over tea at Lime Pattisserie. By Sharon Salim, Photography by Lim Kay Li
@haruko412 and her choice of macaron Mandy Kew’s love for art and all things Japanese is evident the moment we met at Lime Patisserie. The petite 23 year old wears her hair in a loose ponytail, donning blue dungarees over a black top. Casual-chic in Nippon-influenced layered fashion, she looks every part the shy yet fiercely passionate illustrator. Haruko, part of her Instagram username, means spring and it is an accurate reflection of her watercolour art. She lets in on her choice of medium, “It still looks nice even if I mess up: a simple dab of water can remove colour.” She has just graduated from University at Buffalo (Bachelor in Communications), a world away from what she’s doing now. “I chose Comms as it has modules like advertising—something I am more interested in (compared to business). Comms might not be the highest paying career in the society, but at least I’m able to study something I have some interest in!” Social media is also her second home—it’s where she connects with like-minded artists from Singapore and Japan, and gains tons of inspiration from users like @mizutamahanco and YouTube tutorials. So does she arrange to meet with the Japanese artists since she’s studied the language at Bunka Language School? The doe-eyed designer is ready with a laugh: “They are too shy for meet-ups, but the
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What We Ordered:
Mandy had: White gingerlily white tea ($7); “Tea would describe me best— I am health-conscious.” Meredith had: Watermelon, apple, celery juice ($11) Sharon had: Citrus ice shaken flavoured tea ($8); “Loving the freshness of the fruit. Its small serving’sjust perfect.” Kay Li had: Orange, apple, carrot juice ($11) Everyone had: Tiers of Joy high tea set ($38) with unlimited servings of coffee and tea (for two persons)
@bitessg meets @haruko412 Japanese-local ones are more willing.” Our Tiers of Joy high tea set arrives, and we’re momentarily distracted, Mandy especially so as she delights in illustrating delicate sweets. “The tarts are so pretty!” she exclaims, reaching for the orange-choco flavour and snapping a photo for future reference. A contrast to others who (sigh) get hungrier while working on food-related pieces, Mandy curbs her cravings by illustrating these sweets—not gaining a gram in the process. Although soft-spoken and sometimes a loner by choice, (Mandy on dining alone at her favourite haunt Sofra Turkish Cafe: “It’s perfectly okay. You can savour each bite and eat slowly, without entertaining others”), this self-taught illustrator would boldly promote her works to strangers at events such as the Artists Night Out held August 2014 by the National Arts Council. On the arts scene, she laments, “Lack of exposure: that’s the most difficult thing about being an artist here. You constantly question yourself if the struggle is worth it. When I see someone better than me, I ask myself if I am advancing or am I just wasting my time?” The many hours spent hunched over carving stamps (for orders) have left Mandy with nagging neck
aches, but she continues as it helps her de-stress. Satisfying every customer is also tricky: some don’t understand that each finished stamp has to be inked and tested before it’s delivered. Some have even asked for a ‘new piece’, but she stands her ground till the client understands. But she has her fair share of proud moments too, such as garnering an impressive two-hundred plus followers within a few days recently (at press time, she has 5900+ Instagram followers). In addition, Mandy has been approached by realcuisine.com to illustrate their online recipes. The talented one chose self-teaching over design school—“I probably won’t enjoy illustrating if there are deadlines.” So where does she see herself in the future? “I will probably try marketing. Also, I aim to visit at least five countries over the next five years; one of which is Egypt. I love exotic places.”
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WHY: “I enjoy documenting my food journey. At least I know where I have been and where I have not.” ONLINE BUSINESS: “Not for me at the moment. I think people wouldn’t like to see prices on my feed. And my journal’s private. Besides, updating it would be too time consuming.” NAMECARDS: “I collect the pretty ones, and they serve as inspirations. It helps when I need contact details should I want to head back. ” ADVICE: “Be yourself, but don’t lose sight of why people follow you. Naturally, you will post things that they would like to see. “
FOOD AND ME: “Matcha is love— not only is it healthy, it is calming. My group mates used to say I can make them feel calm before presentations (laughs).” TRULY SINGAPORE: “I love local food as you can get a taste of almost every culture easily at an affordable price. I especially love the traditional kaya toast with halfboiled eggs, yong tau foo, pan mee and roti prata. Our local food may not look the most appetising (as compared to Japanese or Western), but you are guaranteed to want more just after a bite! Never judge our local food by appearance alone.
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Wish you had a reliable buffet resource available to guide you to the best all-you-can-eat spots? Buffet Bounty is your go-to resource on buffets for all budgets, tastes and locations. Stroll by the Singapore River and pop in to our riverside recommendations or check out our pick of Japanese hotpot buffets. Headed *far, far away? We’ve got finds under $50 nett too. More at www.bites.com.sg
Bites guide: Price guide (nett) $ wallet-friendly (below $50) $$ just can’t resist a splurge ($50-100) $$$ a special occasion ($100-150) $$$$ indulgence galore (above $150) Certified halal Does not serve pork or lard Kid-friendly facilities Veg-friendly
Brizo Restaurant and Bar Park Hotel Clarke Quay, 1 Unity Street. Tel: 6593 8888 Brizo—named after the Greek god of the sea—offers a sumptuous ensemble of seafood and local delights. The Ahoy! It’s Seafood Night buffet dinner ($65++; adult, $32++; child, Thu-Sun 6.30-10.30pm) comprises 20 types of seafood dishes and an all-new cooked to order dish, Lobster in a Pan (1 Oct-27 Dec). The new star dish contains a whole Maine lobster, tiger prawns, clams, black mussels and each pan comes with refillable steak fries. If lobster doesn’t tempt, truffle fries should!
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Cafe Brio’s Grand Copthorne Waterfront Singapore, 392 Havelock Road. Tel: 6233 1100 Grill lovers, this high tea barbecue buffet ($38++, adult; $19++, child; Sat 2-5pm) is just for you. Expect items like satay, chicken wing, fried dough fritter and sweet corn prepared on the open charcoal fired grill. Chow down other Asian and Western favourites such as fragrant nasi lemak, dim sum and California hand roll. End your hearty meal on a sweet note by indulging in Nyonya kueh and a slice of oreo cheesecake. Ellenborough Market Cafe Swissôtel Merchant Court, 20 Merchant Road. Tel: 6337 2288 Savour Straits Chinese flavours such as Penang char kway teow ($18), nasi goreng istimewa ($18), crispy beef noodles ($16) and Nyonya laksa ($16) along the banks of the Singapore River. Occasional themed food promotions jazz up the retro dining experience amid the colonial decor. Lunch $38++ adult, $19++ child, Mon-Fri 12-2.30pm; $48++ adult, $24++ child, Sat-Sun & PH; dinner $48++ adult, $24++ child, Mon-Thu 6.30-10pm.
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En Grill & Bar #01-60 UE Square, 207 River Valley Road. Tel: 6468 5710 Fill your plate with appetisers and refillable side dishes such as green salad, pork shabu salad, chicken karaage, garlic fried rice and wafu mentaiko pasta—at the a la carte skewers buffet ($39.80++, limited to first 30 persons per day). Come early at these times: Mon-Thu 6-11pm, Fri-Sun & PH 12-3pm, 6-11pm. This traditional Japanese yakimono has three dining areas, indoors overlooking the open kitchen, a modern lounge for relaxing and private al fresco bar.
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Azmaya #01-12/13, 30 Robertson Quay. Tel: 6737 6863 Opened by young duo Masui and Tsuchiya, this restaurant is frequented by Japanese expats and locals alike. A relaxed place to dine at while chowing down on premium pork shabu shabu ($24++, Tue-Sun 5pm-1am) or wagyu loin beef and pork shabu buffet ($90++, Tue-Sun 5pm-1am), this gem is situated along the riverfront. The specially concocted Azmaya soup is a must-try (additional $3/pax).
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Fern Tree Café Lobby Level Hotel Miramar Singapore, 401 Havelock Road. Tel: 6631 3021 While not technically beside the river, this riverside area hotel offers great value. At the international buffet ($35++ adult, $25++ child, Mon-Thu; $38++ adult, $25++ child, Fri-Sun & PH), indulge in unlimited servings of fresh oysters, sashimi and free flow of beer (dinner only). The wide range of dishes available straddle both east and west cuisines. Of note, the crayfish in pepper or salted egg is sure to whet the appetite.
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Peach Garden @ Hotel Miramar Level 3 Hotel Miramar, 401 Havelock Road. Tel: 6736 3833 Back by popular demand, the daily a la carte buffet ($48++ Mon-Fri; $60++ Sat-Sun) serves up unlimited orders of more than 45 items such as abalone noodles, soon hock, live prawns, roast meats and the signature fried carrot cake with XO sauce. End off with desserts such as mango sago with pomelo, jelly royale with julienned coconut, and pulot hitam. Gather your friends for 50% off your bill with a minimum of four persons.
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Irodori Japanese Restaurant #03-01 Riverview Hotel, 382 Havelock Road. Tel: 6737 2002 This long-time legendary Japanese buffet never fails to impress. The lunch and dinner spreads ($36.80++ adult, $23++ child, daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 6-10.30pm) offer a wide range of dishes that include green tea tofu for the health-conscious, decadent ebi mentai mayo, and beef shogayaki—delicately sliced beef served with a fiery ginger sauce.
Princess Terrace Cafe Copthorne King’s Hotel Singapore, 403 Havelock Road. Tel: 6733 0011 Well-known for serving their stalwart Penang seafood buffet (lunch $49.80++, Mon-Fri 12-2.30pm; $51.80++ Sat-Sun & PH; dinner $53.80++, Mon-Thu 6.30-10pm; $56.80++, Fri-Sun & PH) since the early 1970s, this restaurant’s delectable spread features classic Penang laksa, prawn noodle, popiah, satay, curry chicken, kueh pie tee, fried kway teow, duck thigh mee sua and not forgetting desserts like Nyonya kueh and soya beancurd. Children aged 10 and below: 50% off adult price.
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Riverwalk Tandoor [ ] #B1-38 The Riverwalk, 20 Upper Circular Road. Tel: 6536 0875 Offering fine North Indian cuisine since 1998, this restaurant’s buffet line-up (daily 11.30am-2.30pm, $16.90++; dinner $19.90++ Mon-Thu; $20.90++ FriSun) includes Punjabi samosa and tandoori chicken for starters, followed by items like fish sambal, mutton masala and black pepper prawns that satisfy with the right amount of spices and gravies. With a revolving daily menu, you never know what you’ll get—but it’s a steal at these prices anyway. The Square Level 2 Furama RiverFront, Singapore, 405 Havelock Road. Tel: 6739 6468 The Square’s extensive buffet spread (lunch $55++ adult, $16++ child aged 5-11; dinner $65++ adult, $20++ child aged 5-11) features both Asian and Western delights. Whether you’re craving roast meats, chilled seafood or a variety of hot or cold desserts, the numerous stations will satisfy. The spacious restaurant easily accommodates large groups, and is popular for family celebrations.
Kintamani Indonesian Restaurant [ ] Furama RiverFront Singapore, 405 Havelock Road. Tel: 6333 8898 Serving authentic Balinese cuisine (lunch $50++ adult, $16++ child, 12-2.30pm; dinner $55++ adult, $20++ child, 6-10.30pm) lovingly prepared by Chef I Gusti Nyoman Kaler and his team, this restaurant is especially noted for its grilled meats and special spices. Other delectable finds include sop ayam (clear chicken soup), nasi kuning (yellow rice), beef rendang and dessert lupis (steamed glutinous rice cake) drizzled with coconut and gula melaka.
Town Restaurant The Fullerton Hotel Singapore, 1 Fullerton Square. Tel: 6877 8128 Feast your eyes on Town Restaurant’s gorgeous view of the Singapore River, as you tuck into the local and international foodie delights at their buffet. Drop by for lunch ($55++; adult, $28++; child, Mon-Fri 11.30am2.30pm). From Wednesdays to Saturdays, there’s the option of a seafood and BBQ buffet dinner ($89++ per adult, $44++ per child aged 6-11).
Mitsuba Japanese Restaurant #03-88 The Central, 6 Eu Tong Sen Street. Tel: 6227 0388 Taking up prime position in the mall overlooking the Singapore River, this Japanese restaurant proudly offers an a la carte buffet menu with over 100 items ($36.90++, 11.30am-3pm, 6-9pm). Prices for lunch and dinner are the same as both meals feature identical selections of sashimi, yaki (grilled), age (deep fried) and teppanyaki dishes, with some unexpected favourites such as Japanese burger steak and takoyaki.
Z’en Japanese Cuisine #01-75 UE Square, 205 River Valley Road. Tel: 6732 3110 All-you-can-eat hotpot ($48++ adult, $18++ child, MonThu; $56++ adult, $18++ child, Fri-Sun) comes with unlimited servings of premium A5/A4 Japanese wagyu beef, and other mouth-watering dishes including spicy seafood crunchy roll. Reach for lightly grilled wagyu sushi, sashimi salad with sesame dressing, pasta style mentaiko (cod roe) udon and not forgetting matcha ice cream to round off your meal.
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$9.90++ child, Sat-Sun; dinner $24.90++ adult, $12.90++ child, Mon-Thu 5.30-11.30pm, $27.90++ adult, $15.90++ child, Fri-Sun) of pork (Korean spicy pork belly, pork bacon, pork belly, pork collar), beef and seafood, including beef short ribs, bulgogi beef, mini squids and bamboo clams. #01-131, Block 3 Changi Village Road. Tel: 9232 2367 NETT
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Distance is certainly not an issue—when we can make ourselves belly happy. (*far away from central, that is!)
JU SHIN JUNG This unlimited BBQ buffet (lunch $29++ adult, $16++ child, Mon-Sun 12-2.30pm; dinner $35++ adult, $19++ child, Mon-Thu 6-10pm, $38++ adult, FriSun) items include seasoned sliced beef, pork belly, marinated chicken and tiger prawns (min. 2 pax order). Choose one dish from the following: fried saba fish, clear beef rib soup, spicy soft tofu soup, hot stone bowl rice, soy bean paste soup and cold noodles (soup/dry spicy); served with assorted side dishes and free dessert such as fruit cocktail soju. #01-18/19, 27 West Coast Highway. Tel: 6864 0872
KOREA and FUSION BBQ Wallet-friendly and fresh. This Changi V find serves up to 15 different varieties (lunch $18.90++ adult, $6.90++ child, Mon-Fri 11am-3pm, $21.90++ adult,
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ONE MORE STEAMBOAT & TEPPANYAKI BUFFET You will definitely need one more bowl. This restaurant offers over 160 steamboat ingredients, cooked food, desserts and drinks. Choose from six delicious soup bases including Korean kimchi, herbal, German sauerkraut and Italian tomato for your nutritious steamboat and smokeless free teppanyaki buffet (lunch $22.80++ adult, $14.80++ child, Mon-Fri 123pm, $24.80++ adult, $15.80++ child, Sat-Sun; Hi-Tea $17.80++ adult, $11.80++ child, Mon-Fri 2.30-4.30pm, $19.80++ adult, $12.80++ child, Sat-Sun; dinner $27.80++ adult, $17.80++ child, Mon-Thu 5.30-10pm, $29.80++ adult, $18.80++ child, Fri-Sun). Hi-Tea excludes teppanyaki and cooked food. #01-14/15 HillV2, 4 Hillview Rise. Tel: 6710 7478
SAKURA INTERNATIONAL BUFFET [ ] Despite its Japanese name, this restaurant also serves Asian and Western dishes such as spring rolls and sushi. Relax in the greenery of Admiralty Park, while noshing on unlimited sashimi, tempura and teppanyaki, coupled with dim sum, lobster salad and desserts (cheesecake, puddings). Lunch $23++ (adult), $13.90++ (child), $20.90++ (senior citizen) Mon-Fri, 12-3pm; brunch $31.90++ (adult), $14.90++ (child), $27.90++ (senior citizen) Sat-Sun, 11.30am-3.30pm; dinner $31.90++ (adult), $14.90++ (child), $27.90++ (senior citizen) Mon-Thu, 6-10pm, $33.90++ (adult), $15,90++ (child), $29.90++ (senior citizen) Fri-Sun. Admiralty Park, 31 Riverside Road. Tel: 6368 8197
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RAS BITES An authentic Indian restaurant nestled in the business area, it has also become a relaxing dining destination for all (lunch $18 nett, Mon-Tue 12-3pm; $20 nett, Wed-Fri 12-3pm; Hi-Tea of chai & chaats, Mon-Fri 3-6pm). Savour decadent dishes such as lamb chop, lamb vindaloo, tandoori prawns and saffron jeere pulau (yellow rice). On Wednesdays, pamper yourself with the unique flavours of South Indian cuisine buffet at $20 (123pm). Don’t forget to grab a bucket (five) of Heineken/ Corona/Stella Artois at $34++, Mon-Sat. 1 Changi Business Park Crescent. Tel: 6783 5330
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10 Japanese Shabu Shabu and Sukiyaki buffets We pay tribute to the Land of the Rising Sun with these hotpot haunts.
En Japanese Dining Bar @ Alocassia This family favourite offers an a la carte premium buffet ($68++; Mon-Fri 6-10pm, Sat-Sun & PH 12-2.20pm, 6-10.30pm) with shabu shabu included. Choose from bonito or spicy miso for your fresh queen crab, prawns, scallops, oysters, pork, chicken and wagyu beef sporting a delicate latticework of fats. Don’t forget the sashimi, sushi and other Japanese gems. #01-01 Alocassia Apartment, 383 Bukit Timah Road. Tel: 6235 0080 En japanese dining bar @ alocassia
option; daily 11am-2.30pm, 5.30-9.30pm) comes with free flow ocha and a plethora of faves like sashimi. Hot pot items include wagyu beef and mixed seafood in clear soup, kimchi or even zosui (porridge). #03-01 Hotel Royal, 36 Newton Road. Tel: 6285 6525 (moving to 526 MacPherson Road end Oct)
Momiji Japanese Buffet Restaurant Visit this bustling Japanese marketplace for access to over 150 food items and the collagen hot pot. Come by for brunch ($39.80++, Sat-Sun, eve of & PH 11.30am3pm) or dinner ($39.80++, Mon-Thu 6-9.30pm; $42.80++, Fri-Sun eve of & PH 5.30-9.30pm) to enjoy specials like snow crab, akaebi mentaiyaki, scallops, ikura chawanmushi, fried oyster and Sapporo beer (daily 6.30-7.30pm). #05-04/06 City Square Mall, 180 Kitchener Road. Tel: 6509 1193
On-Yasai Go for the Secret Sukiyaki soup base and pick one more from other delectable broths which include Hokkaido miso, golden truffle and soy milk. The middle buffet tier ($39.90++, daily 12-2.30pm, 5.30-10.15pm; 90min for orders, 120min for table) includes cuts like karubi plate, beef chuck eye roll and seafood, sushi and tempura. Try also the octopus cheese meatball, yubashabu, chicken tsumire and a side of brown sugared broad beans. Includes a scoop of ice cream. #01-03/04 CHIJMES, 30 Victoria Street. Tel: 6336 4002 shabu sai
Eat your fill at this shabu shabu buffet dinner ($98++ for 2 pax, Fri-Sun 6-9.30pm) with a 120min time limit. Enjoy servings of beef, pork belly, fresh seafood, vegetables, dumplings and ramen in a split pot of clear and soy milk broth. Each diner also receives a serving of the Hana signature maki. #01-17 Forum The Shopping Mall, 583 Orchard Road. Tel: 6737 5525
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Kushi Japanese Dining Bar This hidden find in Newton specialises in kushiyaki, but don’t let that deter you from its shabu shabu offering. The a la carte buffet (from $41.90++ for classic lunch
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Shabuya Sate your hotpot appetite at this restaurant’s weekend brunch buffet ($45.90++, Sat-Sun & PH 11.30am-4pm) which includes free-flow soft drinks. Find a quality selection of premium wagyu beef, U.S. black Angus, kurobuta pork, assorted seafood/vegetables and sashimi to go with your choice of four soup bases (tonkotsu, chilli, shoyu, dashi). Book early to score window views of Sentosa. #01-102/103 VivoCity, 1 HarbourFront Walk. Tel: 6377 0070
Suki-ya In addition to the kombu stock and simmered kelp broth, more exotic soups such as tounyu miso and even a Singapore inspired laksa base add to the variety of the daily buffet (from $18.90++ for Mon-Fri 11.30am3.59pm; dinner hours 4-9.30pm). Choose from beef, chicken or pork. Various outlets including #01-35 Kallang Wave Mall, 1 Stadium Place. Tel: 6702 1752
WA Shabu Shabu Their Satisfaction buffet option (11am-3pm; $19.80++, Mon-Wed; $22.60 Thu-Sun, eve of & PH) is best for a quick meal, with regular cuts of beef, pork and chicken. Fans of prime porcine or bovine can opt for Premium ($58.80++ with kurobuta and Kagoshima pork) or the gourmet wagyu buffet ($88.80++ with Grade 8-9 Australian black wagyu). All options come with a selfservice vegetable bar. #01-44 The Star Vista, 1 Vista Exchange Green. Tel: 6268 9093
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Led by master chef Yoichi Nakaoka, this long-standing restaurant started in 2004. Its buffet (daily 11.30am2.15pm, 6-9.15pm; Mon-Thu $41.80++ lunch, $45.80++ dinner; Fri-Sun, eve of & PH $44.80++ lunch, $48.80++ dinner) offers a myriad of Japanese fare like teppanyaki, sashimi and tempura in addition to sukiyaki and shabu shabu. The latter includes sirloin, pork, chicken, shiitake and tofu. Get saucy with ponzu and goma dips. #01-08/09, 991B Alexandra Road. Tel: 6272 1110
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Shabu Sai You’ll get a beautiful presentation of vegetables, meats, sushi, seafood and more at this shabu-shabu and sukiyaki hotpot buffet (11.30am-2.30pm: $16.99++, Mon-Fri; $19.99++ Sat-Sun, eve of & PH; 6-9.45pm: $24.99++, Mon-Thu; $29.99++, Fri-Sun, eve of & PH). Look out for the soup of the month (past special: Kyoto duck) in addition to their regular seven broths which include yuzu collagen (chicken base) and spicy fish bone stock with chilli padi. Add on drinks and ice cream at an additional $1.99++. #08-09/10/11 Orchard Central, 181 Orchard Road. Tel: 6884 6760
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The three quays to party Fright night—it’s that time of the year where dressed-up spirits, ghouls and everything-inbetween roam our streets. If that's not your cup of tea, there's also Oktoberfest and themed nights galore. Here at B i T E S , we take Halloween pretty seriously and have sniffed out these chill-inducing party (and generally all kinds of party) haunts at the Quays for you. By Sharon Salim; Photos from respective establishments
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Clarke Quay OVERVIEW Once known for its tongkangs (bumboats) and twakows (lighters), Clarke Quay was abuzz with commerce activities. Now, the restored warehouses and unique covered streets attract a large following for its plethora of buzzy bars, entertainment spaces, eateries and shops. Central Fountain Square Come after 7pm (free) on 31 Oct, in your frighteningbest following the theme Asian Horror. Here are some ideas: a ghostly maid, a chain dragging coolie, or a Chinese vampire. Best-dressed souls grab the most attractive prizes! Expect live band performances and stage games to snag more prizes. More details at www.clarkequay.com.sg Attica Some of the world’s biggest DJs who've helmed the decks here include Dub Pistols, Paul Oakenfold, Dimitri and Pete Tong. Go wild dressing up as you experience one of the most horrifying (in good fun) Halloween mayhem parties at Attica—living up to its tagline as Asia’s most innovative club experience. #01-03, 3A River Valley Road. Tel: 6333 9973 Crazy Elephant ‘Where good people and great music come together’—couldn’t be more accurate. At Southeast Asia’s top rock n’ roll blues bar, get ready to feast your eyes on graffiti-ed walls and a raw stage. Drop by for Halloween-themed drinks: Witches Brew cocktail ($20 nett), Nuclear Waste and Fire Bawling shooters (4 shots for $25 nett), alongside selected bites such as fish and
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Purchase tickets ($25 adult, $15 child), snacks and drinks from the ticketing kiosks—Boat Quay, Fullerton, Clarke Quay, Road Bridge and Robertson Quay, and embark on a nostalgic story-telling cruise along the Singapore River. www.rivercruise.com.sg
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AMBER NECTAR Unique beers from Germany make this a sweet spot for Oktoberfest partying. Ringed by other popular bars in the Robertson Walk Mediterranean styled courtyard, two-year-old live sports hangout Amber Nectar pours premium drafts such as Hofbräu Original and Dunkel, Münchner Weisse—Hefe Weizen and Aecht Schlenkerla Rauchbier—Märzen, while their food offerings include ever popular crispy pork knuckles ($32) and beef short ribs ($20). Even more unique, they launched their own beer growlers this year, refillable glass bottles that allow you to takeaway freshly tapped draft beers. #01-01/11 Robertson Walk Courtyard, 11 Unity Street. Tel: 6737 3774 Boomarang Bistro & Bar Come here for an all-day Aussie dining or to catch live sports (check out their weekly Sports Bible guide). Don’t leave without trying their best-selling Boomarang deluxe pizza ($22) and ice cold Australian beers such as James Boags ($12.75/bottle) and Pure Blonde ($12.75/ bottle). Join them on Wednesdays (Beer Night) for special deals. #0115 The Quayside, 60 Robertson Quay. Tel: 6738 1077
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overview Slightly away from the party-hearty hubs of Clarke Quay and Boat Quay, upstream Robertson Quay's more residential make-up makes it a relaxed destination with al fresco dining spaces and entertainment including a museum and multiple hotels coming up. There's Warehouse Hotel located in a heritage warehouse that used to be Warehouse Disco in the 1980s and InterContinental Singapore Robertson Quay (taken over Gallery Hotel), both opening in 2016.
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Boat Quay/ Circular Road OVERVIEW A century ago, coolies and swaylos (water-hands) diligently balancing sacks of rice over their overworked shoulders filled Boat Quay. Sir Stamford Raffles signed an agreement then—to make Singapore a free port. Today, high-energy themed-bars and restaurants have transformed Boat Quay into a vibrant pedestrian walk for all.
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Before the sun sets and hard partying begins, indulge in the stunning 360˚ view on 1-Altitude’s upper viewing gallery ($25). Celebrate a decade of friendship with the breathtaking skyline in the background as you hastag #ontopoftheworld. Call 6532 5003 to check weather conditions prior. Daily 8.30am5.30pm (last admission 5pm). Level 63 One Raffles Place, 1 Raffles Place
Canvas In a versatile space that morphs from art studio to club, Canvas (the old Home Club) believes that music should be shared. Look out for themed parties at www.fb.com/ canvassingapore; including Halloween and regular anchor nights as you experience striking audio visuals with three resident DJs (Ming, Jerls and Jordan). #B1-01/06 The Riverwalk, 20 Upper Circular Road. Tel: 9169 3815
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Draft and Craft Their southern Californian menu specialties include Californian burger ($18), Tony’s BBQ ribs ($16) and Baja fish ($11). Staff will be in costume for their first Halloween so feel free to dress up! Don’t leave without checking out their 31 Oct's drinks promotions: 1-for-1 on selected shots and beers, Halloween-themed shots and specials for patrons in Halloween gear. 31 Circular Road. Tel: 8482 3630
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A more intimate vantage point is at rooftop bar Southbridge. The new-build, tallest point on Boat Quay allows 360˚ vistas while still keeping you close to the ground. Come early to snag an edge-side table and nosh on oysters ($24/6), lobster rolls ($28) and cocktails. 80 Boat Quay. Tel: 6877 6965
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Red Dot Brewhouse ‘Finger In The Basket’ and ‘Stone Oven Pizza’ will be available from 10.30pm-12am on Sat’s Halloween night— drop by for a wide choices of finger foods including truffle fries ($11), spicy zing wing & drumlets ($12), crispy baby squids ($11) and silver fish ($11) alongside their famous beers. If you are still hungry from all that partying, snag some slices of pizza (romana, mexicana or meat lover’s) starting from $19. 33/34 Boat Quay. Tel: 6535 4500 1-Altitude At 282 metres high, it comprises three concepts—1Altitude Gallery & Bar (level 63), Stellar (level 62) and Altimate (level 61). Enjoy a stunning view while partaking in premium spirits and cocktails, and Stellar’s modern European cuisine including Hokkaido snow crab, venison loin, porcini ravioli and desserts such as truffle nocchi and crème brulee. Check out www.fb.com/1Altitude for details. #61-01/02 Raffles Place. Tel: 6438 0410
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Hero’s and Mogambo Bar & Restaurant Both bars will be holding their annual Halloween bash on Sat, 31 Oct, from 8pm. The exterior and interior will be decked out in ghoulish decorations, with their up-for-it staff donning costumes and painted faces. Drinks promotion: a liquid buffet (free-flow bottled beers, housepour wines and spirits) from 8-10pm ($X). Costumed party goers will be entitled to a free shot! Hero’s: #01-01 Boat Quay, 69 Circular Road. Tel: 9221 4686; Mogambo’s: #01-01 Boat Quay, 3 Canton Street. Tel: 6438 9808
La Fura dels Baus—a world renowned Spanish theatrical group, will perform a special Singapore series that includes local dancers, musicians and aerialists suspended over the river. Catch La Fura’s ‘Human Net’ (23 & 24 Oct, two shows/day 8pm & 9.30pm at Riverside Point), an aerial tribute to the unity of our nation.
Did You Know?
Cavenagh Bridge is the only suspension bridge crossing Singapore River and the oldest existing bridge in Singapore (since 1870)—you may find a sign that reads “no cattle” in front of it. It was called the Edinburgh Bridge since the Duke of Edinburgh came to visit and was changed to Cavenagh Bridge to honour William Orfeur Cavenagh, governor of the Straits Settlements.
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"If the River whispering is the beating campaign heart of Singapore, then the alleyways are its arteries." Urban Artery is a 10-day outdoor public exhibition (23 Oct-1 Nov, between Lorong Telok Road, Circular Road and North Canal Road) featuring original art by 20 local and international Singapore-based artists like Eeshaun and Mindflyer.
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Visit the Riverside Makers Market (24-25 Oct, 5-10pm) for an impressive line-up of chefs, local artists and musicians such as Alemay Fernandez, Rockason Pa Ti and Cheating Sons.
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More information on the annual fest at www. singaporeriverfestival.sg
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Food’s the best cure for a tense situation. We bonded over Shi Fu Ge’s Asian-styled tze char version of the Louisiana seafood boil—delivered right to our doorstep. Photography Benjamin Soh
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shifuge.sg for e-orders was newly launched in early Sep. The tze char restaurant, once at Jalan Tampang, now operates from a central kitchen and focuses on islandwide delivery.
OVERALL TASTY But THE Pork WAS A TAD too fatty WHILE the Heavenly Kings were TOO oily.
Our dinner arrived piping hot—our enthusiastic (more like greedy) selves almost burnt our fingers!
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We spied two ~800g Sri Lankan crabs (claws already cracked for easy eating), juicy prawns, mussels, white clams, corn and potatoes in the moreish Asian-styled seafood boil reminiscent of chilli crab sauce.
Shi Fu Ge (Delivery only). Daily 10am-2.30pm, 4.30-9.45pm. Tel: 6555 5300, shifuge.sg
The total (4 pax): $116.40* Imperial Pot: (promo price) $79.90 (U.P. 88.80) Honey milk pork cubes: small $10 Prawn paste chicken: small $10 Four Heavenly Kings: small $10 Salted fish fried rice: small $5 Delivery charge: $5 (depends on area, will be waived with miniMum spend) *10% discount (online order promo, not incl. Imperial Pot): -$3.50
THE VerdicT ➔ Overall: a dinner meant to be shared with friends and/or family in the comfort of one’s home/office. Portions are quite generous too. Rice or mantous are a must to mop up all that gravy! We just wish the delivery's E.T.A. could be more accurate.
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Have a favourite hawker hunt? Talk to us at [bites.editorial@magsint.com] *BiTES dined incognito and paid for our own meaL
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finally, peace! food brings people together (plus how can anyone say no to meaty crabs?)
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Ramen-ticised noodles This taste test, we took our immense love for ramen to another level. Seafood, kimchi, cheese and ice cubes (really!)—we tried them all. By Sharon Salim, Photography Benjamin Soh B i TES paid for our own products at the respective supermarkets
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Ramen Brand: Cooksi The Pick: Rice Noodles with Spicy Seafood Flavoured Soup ($2.05, 92g) From: Cold Storage (Takashimaya) Taste Test: Though a tad too bland for our liking, the enjoyable springy texture of the rice noodles caught us by surprise. Feels like a guilt-free instant ramen with a slight tinge of seafood flavour. Best to pop your own fresh prawns and shrimps in for more oomph. Verdict: 3/5
A healthier option that needs more flavour.
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Ramen Brand: Nongshim The Pick: Big Bowl Kimchi Ramyun ($1.60, 117g) From: Giant Super (Toa Payoh) Taste Test: We all have heard of Nongshim—undisputedly the top ramyum brand in Korea. This satisfying bowl of hot kimchi ramen doesn’t disappoint—portion size, noodle texture and broth flavours all ticked the right boxes; and even a fork (the only one in this round-up) is included. We see ourselves stashing multiple cups of these at home and in the office pantry. Verdict: 4.5/5
Ramen Brand: Ottogi The Pick: Cheese Bokki ($1.60, 55g) From: Shine Korea (Marina Square) Taste Test: Cheese lovers, this bokki may just turn you on. We didn't drain the hot water using the holey lid (Korean language woes), which was probably the reason for the cheese powder clumping together too quickly. Initially attracted by the bright yellow packaging, we melted in disappointment at how the cheese turned out—orange-y like Cheezels, instead of fresh yellow as illustrated on the cup. Verdict: 3/5
Value-for-money comfort food.
If you like Nachosstyle cheese powder, this is a must-try.
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Ramen Brand: Paldo The Pick: Kokomen Spicy Chicken Flavour ($2.40, 105g) From: Cold Storage (Takashimaya) Taste Test: Though looking unappetisingly clear, the broth has a strong capsicum taste with hints of onion; melding the heat of jalapeno pepper with chicken broth. Its slogan—“clean and spicy”—couldn't be more accurate. Verdict: 5/5
Hidden flavour, maximum punch!
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Ramen Brand: Maruchan The Pick: Toyo Suisan Midori no Tanuki Tensoba ($3.60, 101g) From: Isetan Singapore (Scotts) Taste Test: Soba paired with tempura—Midori no Tanuki knows exactly what we want. The Japanese buckwheat noodles—said to have no oil—reigns for the health-conscious. The tempura contains shrimp and bits of dried bonito shavings, which leads flavour to the deep, delicious soup. As for the fried tempura itself, we reckon it could be better. Verdict: 3.5/5
Another ‘healthier’ alternative to ramen.
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Ramen Brand: Myojo The Pick: Ippei-chan Night Market Yakisoba with mentaiko mayonnaise ($3.70, 124g) From: Isetan Singapore (Scotts) Taste Test: Impressive packaging in bold colours pumped us up for this one. We find the easy drainage flap ap-peel-ing—say goodbye to wasted noodles cluttering your sink! Three separate sauces are included: soy sauce with Japanese mayonaise, mentaiko sauce and seasoning. The mentaiko sauce could be more generous—there’s not enough for a full taste. Verdict: 3.5/5
Who doesn’t love mentaiko? Just give us more, please!
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Ramen Brand: Acecook The Pick: Dossari Yasai Curry ($3.60, 66g) From: Meidi-Ya Supermarket Taste Test: Nutrient-packed with more than the usual serving of vegetables, the cup’s ablaze with intense curry flavour. We like that the veggies are sweet, in contrast with the usual tasteless dehydrated ones. We found ourselves succumbing to its addictive taste as we slurped away in bliss. A tad pricey for its small portion. Verdict: 4/5
A decent snack for in-between meals .
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Ramen Brand: Nissin The Pick: Cup Noodle Seafood Noodle Light ($4.45, 57g) From: Cold Storage (Takashimaya) Taste Test: Cooling’s the word. Nissin’s feeling us in this summer heat, producing low-calorie noodles drowned in seafood broth and— wait for it—ice cubes. For Nissin Foods to be the largest and oldest manufacturer of instant ramen, they must have done something right. We each gave a thumbs-up for noodle texture, but couldn’t figure out what the (ice cubes) rave was about. Verdict: 3.5/5
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Tupperware Speedy Chef This lives to its namesake— five times faster than an electrical beater, this ultimate whisking tool will whip your cream, pancakes, omelettes and more into (delicious and fluffy) shape. It’s also child safe and eco-friendly: no electricity required for this manual whizz.
These sweet kitchen additions are guaranteed to brighten up any Instagram feed; and each fab item is equipped with user-friendly FUNCTIONS for the everyday cook. By Sharon Salim
$85 from Tupperware Brands, #01-00, 85 Defu Lane 10. Tel: 6285 3988 Smiley Face Pancake Pan Calling all wide-eyed emoji fans, invite your friends over for a tea and pancake party. This pan’s expressive flapjacks are sure to score winning smiles faster than you can hit send on WhatsApp.
$71.90 from ToTT, #01-01A 896 Dunearn Road. Tel: 6219 7077, www.tottstore.com
Green Lunch Bag Say goodbye to food spillage with this eye-catching flatbase lunch bag. It’s foldable, easy to store and comes with a handle perfect for that homemade #desklunch. Alternatively, fill it with essentials (umbrella, wallet, phone and tissue packet for chope-ing seats) when dining out.
The Nippon Dining Set Add charm to your dining table with this five-piece set. We love how each plate shows a Japanese motif in standout stencil. Arrange homemade sushi on these plates and snap away. Perfect for your Instagram feed; truly #mygorgeousplates.
$6.90 from IKEA Alexandra, 317 Alexandra Road. Tel: 6786 6868, www.ikea.com.sg
$70 from Cluster-Cluster, cluster-cluster.com
Wilton Cookie Pro Ultra 2 Cookie Press A handy helper for the preparations during the coming festive season, this cookie press will be your go-to tool to churn out goodies in 12 shapes and four mini designs. The soft-grip trigger’s also perfect for your little one’s hands. Recipes included.
Pineapple easy slicer Packed with vitamins, pineapples are perfect in tropical cocktails, salads, and hawker fave rojak. Become a pro at slicing this spunky fruit in seconds—this ingenious tool removes the juicy flesh in perfectly shaped rings. Bonus: it's a breeze to clean too.
$39 from Lazada, www.lazada.sg
$35.90 from B-I-Y, 9 Circular Road, B-I-Y.com
Snug Cloud from snug.studio You’ll be on #cloudnine each time you bring out this cheery beechwood cutting board, be it spreading kaya and butter on your morning toast or slicing up some charcuterie for unexpected guests.
$44 from Naiise, naiise.com/products/snug-cloud
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Burger/Frites Apron by Woouf! We’re a sucker for these burger-and-fries matchy-matchy aprons, and we know you will be too. They're the perfect excuse for you to bring your partner into the kitchen to slice those pesky onions. Exactly what the baker-cook couple kneads.
$32 from Naiise, naiise.com/products/frites-apron
Smart design
It’s not easy to refresh your kitchen design, which is where KCUBE steps in. With three-, four-, and five-room homes as a reference, KCUBE Singapore was launched to help you personalise your kitchen (and wardrobe) spaces through their own design, installation processes and other service-related facilities. The carpentry is carefully handmade, so you can have peace of mind. Their modular kitchen designs are available in five shapes ranging from the Straight Kitchen, designed along a single wall; U or C Shape Kitchen, based on three walls of storage; L-Shape Kitchen, forming a flexible work triangle; and the Parallel Kitchen to contain two efficient counters. In addition, there are different design concepts such as Stella 60s for symmetrical and wellformed character door fronts, and Stella Arte, offering a modern floating look worktop with a completely handle-less door front. Best of all, base prices start as low as $8,000 for the Stella 60s and $11,000 for the Stella Arte. Visit the showroom, where specialist consultants are on hand to plan, personalise and execute your vision. #01-01 KHL Building, 25 New Industrial Road. Tel: 6506 6917
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Chocolate bath: Two cups of chocolate milk + two tablespoons of mild liquid soap + one tablespoon of honey—get ready to soak in lactic acid and antioxidants that will give you baby-soft skin.
Hair mask: Melt three choc squares in a microwave, add a half cup of yoghurt and one-and-a-half tablespoons of honey. Stir. Apply mask onto hair, wrap and leave for an hour. Smooth, silky, chocolate-smelling hair coming your way!
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Fashion: Choc outfits are probably tricky to create, but Le Salom du Chocolat’s fashion shows worldwide have done it. Trendsetters, your call.
Worship: Residents of a town in Central Sulawesi, Indonesia built a 20-feet-tall statue that shows a pair of hands holding a cacao pod. Instead of wishing for a box of chocolates, try wishing upon a pod. Toothpaste: Cocoa beans to replace fluoride in fighting against tooth decay? You are perfectly welcome to swallow the not-so-minty Theodent toothpaste. 28
TUMMY CURE: Mix hot milk + dark chocolate powder— great home remedy for stomachaches.
Healing: Planting cacao beans— they're believed to shun off evil forces and heal sickness from fright.
Stamp: Two years ago, Belgium’s post office started selling limited edition smelland-taste chocolate stamps that contained 40 percent cocoa product. Skip the glue, just lick to paste.
Chocolate wax: A smashing blend of cocoa, essential oils, glycerin and vitamins cleans out undergrowth and removes horrid tans— leaving your skin as smooth as silk.