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Tamoya Udon – Finally, Some Decent Udon in Singapore
Spotted a new udon shop Tamoya Udon at a corner of Liang Court and its very Japanese vibes called me out to try it. Nope, never an udon person. Never had a decent bowl in Singapore at least – most...
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Daruma Ramen House – A Japanese Ramen Shop from… Hong Kong
New ramen shop Daruma Ramen House is actually not from Japan, but first set up in Hong Kong, re-created and updated by proprietor Charlie Chan. Before you feel too suspicious about its quality, Daruma...
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Abe’s Diner – Hidden Gem at Tiong Bahru. Omakase Dinner for $38
Yes, I know. Tiong Bahru is like THE happening district where there are so many hippie food joints. But I need to emphasize, for some of the places that are crowded, it may not mean that their food is...
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Ramen Keisuke Tonkotsu King – Four Seasons of Ramen at Bugis Village
The true Ramen Champion Keisuke Takeda does not repeat concepts and ramen. Not at all. From his signature Ebi Soba Prawn Ramen in Japan, to his other three Singapore branches – Crab Broth Ramen at...
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EZOCA – Almost Perfect Japanese Meal at Quayside Isle. And It’s Very Expensive.
What do you look for in a Japanese fine dining restaurant? Really nothing short of brilliant – Quality cuisine, freshness and skills, attention to details, premium service experience, and that...
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Shabu Sai – Japanese Shabu-Shabu & Sukiyaki Hotpot Buffet Opens At Orchard...
It is really strange that Singaporeans really love their hotpot considering how warm the weather is. There was even a short queue outside newly-opened hotpot restaurant Shabu Sai at Orchard Central...
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Shokudo Japanese Coffee House – New Revamped Menu Has Almost Something For...
Unlike other Thai Express brands Xin Wang, Poulet and Kiseki, Shokudo does not enjoy the same amount of success. I won’t be surprised if some gets it confused with the old marche-style Shokudo...
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Mariko’s – Ramen Bar & Izakaya Named After A Manga Prostitute
A friend of mine avoids the hipsters’ area. To name a few – Tiong Bahru, Ann Siang, Duxton, and Keong Saik. To quote her, it’s where “pretentious people hang out and drink”. To each her own. Whether...
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Tajimaya – The Ultimate Hokkaido Tokachi Beef Yakiniku Experience + Buffet...
Wagyu has almost become the extravagant default if you need some quality beef for a Japanese grill experience. How about Tokachi Beef? Never tried it? Then you won’t know what you are missing out. I...
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Sakae Sushi – How They Make Their Sushi Better and Faster
Don’t say I want to say, and this is based purely on my own observations, that Singaporeans are more tolerant towards bad food than bad service. If waiting time is long, or the food does not arrive...
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Ramen Kagetsu Arashi – One of the Largest Ramen Chain Shop in Japan Opens at...
So many new ramen shops in Singapore, some are jumping on the ramen bandwagon, but how many can really make it. I now get a little skeptical when the shops say are “best…”, “most number of…”, “winner...
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Sushi Kou – $50 Omakase Meal? Make Your Bookings
Part of me is wondering if I added to the already long waiting list for an Omakase at Teppei. The first time I was there, my reservation for a $40 omakase was in a few days. I blogged it as my...
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Menzo Butao – Ramen Shop at Marina Square’s New Dining Edition
Marina Square has recently undergone a $15 million with a dedicated food-restaurant section called The Dining Edition – featuring 16 mid-to-upscale restaurants and cafés. Several of these are...
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Tsukada Nojo – Amazing Beauty Pot Opens 2nd Branch at Chinatown Point
Many could not believe that Tsukado Nojo indicated “closed” and “full house” at 7pm. There were still 3 more hours to closing. Well sir, I got my reservation at 5:30pm, and only managed to get in for...
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Tampopo Restaurant – The “Father of Tonkatsu” Pays Attention To Details
People know Tampopo as the Japanese restaurant serving ramen, sushi, tonkatsu and Kurobuta dishes. It is so named after the Dandelion flower, which stays strong and beautiful even in tough...
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St Marc Café – A 2nd Dessert Café at Marina Square Dining Edition
I thought that St Marc’s chocolate Choro Cro was delicious, that’s before I tried their new strawberry version available at the new Marina Square Dining Edition section. It’s new, and limited...
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Tamoya Udon Chinatown Point – Love The Udon, Not The Tempura
Udon, the thick Japanese wheat flour noodles, never really caught on the waves in Singapore like ramen or soba. That was before Tamoya Udon came along at Liang Court, and I know many who are converted...
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Tonkotsu Kazan Ramen – The Volcano Ramen Opens at Liang Court
Traditionalist ramen lovers would frown upon Tonkotsu Kazan Ramen aka the Volcano Ramen, while those who likes a bit of fun and freshness tossed up together should go for this. Originating from Osaka...
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Ippudo SG – No More ‘Tao’ at Mohamed Sultan
Ippudo has always been one of my favourite ramen, easily my top three. Compared to the original Ippudo at Mandarin Gallery. I somehow prefer the Mohamed Sultan Ippudo Tao branch. There is more life...
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Sumire Yakitori House – New Afforable Yakitori-ya at Bugis Junction
My idea of a Yakitori-ya is a small restaurant that grills chicken sticks over charcoal, where customers sit around a counter for shochu which would be an informal, busy and smoky affair. At last that...
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