October 29, 2013

[GIVEAWAY] Your Chance To Win Tickets to Asian Masters' Masterchef Workshop!


(Photo Credit: Asian Masters)

Asian Masters returns for its fourth edition from 1 November to 7 December 2013! Expect exquisite gastronomic treats and memorable dining experiences with a stellar line up of celebrity and Michelin-starred chefs, as well as innovative cocktail and whisky pairing dinners.

Partnering Asian Masters this year are some of Singapore's best dining establishments such as Restaurant Andre, Les Amis, Shangri-La Hotel, Mandarin Oriental Singapore, Grand Hyatt Singapore, The Fullerton Hotel Singapore, The Disgruntled Chef and Patara Fine Thai Cuisine.

For those who wish to pick up tips on how to prepare Asian dishes like the celebrity chefs can attend The Sunday Times Masterchef Workshops - a series of intimate cooking demonstrations by eight local chefs showcasing Asian-inspired dishes, followed by tasting sessions on 16 & 17 November.

October 28, 2013

PODI ~ A New All-Day Breakfast & Grill Restaurant At Raffles City Shopping Centre



If you've visited Raffles City Shopping Centre over the weekend, you might have noticed PODI, a new restaurant located by the main fountain at the basement level. Just opened last Friday, it's brought to us by The Bakery Depot, the same folks behind Cedele, Toss & Turn and P.L.T Sandwiches. The menu at PODI offers all-day breakfast and grills at affordable pricing. Pure.Offbeat.Delicious.Infuions. - That's what PODI has set itself out to be.

October 25, 2013

Makansutra Dinner @ Red Star Restaurant 红星酒家 ~ A Night of Nostalgic Classic Cantonese Cuisine



"I once was lost, but now I'm found." That could be what the dishes at Makansutra's Nostalgic Classic Cantonese Cuisine Dinner might say if they have a voice. The forgotten delicacies of yesteryears surfaced once again on that September evening at Red Star Restaurant 红星酒家, with a special menu crafted by Chef Sin Leong and Chef Hooi Kok Wai, the remaining two of the Four Heavenly Kings of Chinese culinary world. We were promised a gastronomical trip down memory lane to the 1960s, right from the beginning when we received the handwritten list of Cantonese classics. It was so old-school looking!

October 23, 2013

Fukuichi Japanese Dining Restaurant @ Triple One Somerset



Lunch nowadays are usually eaten in front of my laptop as workload gets heavier towards the end of the year because of events planning. But more than everything else, I believe work-life balance is of utmost important. A successful career is not a parameter of one's worth in life. Though busy, I still enjoy clearing my annual leave by taking some afternoons off to go food indulging or at least try to leave the office during lunch hour for a decent meal. Clear the work, clear my head and fill up the tummy - I did all of that when I walked over to Triple One Somerset for a Japanese meal at Fukuichi Japanese Dining Restaurant.

October 22, 2013

21 on Rajah, Days Hotel Singapore At Zhongshan Park ~ New Menu Unveiled!



As 21 on Rajah welcomes its new Executive Chef Melvin Lim, an almost brand-new menu awaits us as he unveils an extensive range of tapas and Mediterranean delights, alongside a wide selection of local and Asian dishes. Chef Melvin has 20 years of culinary experience under his belt and is an advocate of presenting his dishes in a clean and simple manner. We shall see what he has up his sleeves!

October 20, 2013

YY Kafei Dian 喜园咖啡店 ~ This Coffeeshop At Beach Road Serves Up The Best Soft Buns I've Ever Tasted!



Ever since I started food blogging, my friends and colleagues like to ask me for recommendations of food places to visit. If we have a gathering, it seems to be my responsibility now to think of a suitable venue too lol. Much as I like to share my suggestions, I also love it when they let my brain rest bring me to their favorite places that I've never been to before. YY Kafei Dian 喜园咖啡店, a nondescript Hainanese coffeeshop along Beach Road is one such gem! Oh my! They serve up the best soft buns I've ever tasted.

October 15, 2013

Make-A-Wish Campaign ~ Wish Dish @ Majestic Restaurant



Eat well, do good, the Make-A-Wish Campaign is back! 8 DAYS Eat and 30 dining establishments are in support of this very worthy cause. The restaurants will be presenting their selected Wish Dish of the month and for each Wish Dish ordered, 50% of the proceeds will be donated to the Make-A-Wish Foundation Singapore. The goal is to sell at least 10,000 Wish Dishes this October and the wish is to light up the lives of kids with life-threatening medical conditions. Let's all play a part in this very meaningful initiative!

October 13, 2013

L'Entrecôte ~ The Steak & Fries Bistro Is Now Open In Suntec City Mall!



Fans of L'Entrecôte would be happy to know that the popular bistro has now opened its 3rd outlet in a bigger and more convenient location at Suntec City Mall. The concept of the casual dining establishment is simple yet has proven to be a winner of numerous hearts: A time-tested recipe of their signature trimmed entrecôte steak with a secret buttery sauce and golden crispy fries. Ooh... sounds délicieux doesn't it?

October 12, 2013

Ala Carte Lunch Buffet at TungLok Seafood, Orchard Central



Any meals with family are always lovely, especially more so if it's a home-cooked one. My mum is a strong advocate of preparing our meals at home whenever she can, because she believes it's healthier, tastier and cheaper. That's the main reason why we seldom eat out and even if we do, there's only a few specific restaurants she will go to. So, I'm quite surprised when she agreed to my brother and sister-in-law's suggestion of going to TungLok Seafood at Orchard Central for their ala-carte lunch buffet. This visit marks our first family lunch there.

October 10, 2013

The Providore ~ A Gourmet Café At Mandarin Gallery, Orchard Road



Conceptualized by the guys behind Jones The Grocer, The Providore is first known for their retail warehouse at Tan Boon Liat Building carrying its local brand of specially developed gourmet delights, as well as an exclusive selection of finest products carefully curated from around the world. Their café debuted soon after at Mandarin Gallery, right in the heart of bustling Orchard Road. With such an convenience of location near my office, it's no excuse not to pop over to The Providore café for a visit.

October 08, 2013

松發肉骨茶 Song Fa Bak Kut Teh ~ Teochew-Style Peppery Pork Ribs Soup Along New Bridge Road



When two people are craving for Bak Kut Teh, they made their way to satisfy their cravings, simple as that. Despite its very accessible location along New Bridge Road just opposite Clarke Quay mrt station, that was my very first time visiting 松發肉骨茶 Song Fa Bak Kut Teh, an eatery specializing in the Teochew-style pork ribs soup since 1969. Garlicky, hot and peppery, that's how I love it! Bak kut teh is especially comforting during rainy weather, but when craving strikes, it strikes. Even if it's hot and humid out there, bak kut teh can still be very enjoyable inside air-con comfort.

October 06, 2013

MK Restaurant, 313@Somerset ~ Does The Popular Thai-style Suki Hotpot Chain From Thailand Lives Up To Its Name In Singapore?



"Thailand's favorite restaurant". "The most famous restaurant in Thailand". I heard many good things about MK Restaurant that I too, eagerly waited in anticipation for its opening in Singapore along with many of its fans. Notable for their Thai-style Suki Hotpot, Signature MK sauce and MK Roasted Duck, MK Restaurant has over 400 branches in Thailand, Japan, and Vietnam. Their first branch at Singapore's 313@Somerset promises many delicious dishes with their original recipes straight from Thailand.

October 05, 2013

Electrolux ~ Home of Blissful Living Quiz (Win Attractive Prizes!) + Cooking Demo (Recipes Included!)



PinkyPiggu not only have a tongue to taste delicious food, but also a nose to sniff out wonderful opportunities to win fabulous prizes too! And of course I'm gonna share it with you, my dear readers! I believe most of you would not be unfamiliar with Electrolux, a global leader in appliances for both household and professional use. They've just launched The Electrolux Home of Blissful Living challenge in October to test the nation's home management knowledge. Just take part in their interactive Facebook quiz and we might just win their innovative appliances worth a total of S$6,500! Sounds good, doesn't it?

October 03, 2013

A Revisit to Jamie's Italian Singapore @ Vivocity ~ The Angus Prime Rib & Pink Snapper Are Must-Trys!



I actually visited Jamie's Italian twice within its opening week lol! The first visit was impromptu with Daniel, this second visit was prior arranged with Derrick, Nat and FC. What made me visit the Naked Chef's restaurant in Singapore's Vivocity again within such a short span of time? Other than not wanting to 'fly kite' the guys, it's food of course, FOOD! What was served up during the first visit was pleasant enough to make me wanna try the other items on their menu. This time round, I had the main courses of Angus Prime Rib and Pink Snapper which turned out to be utterly delicious! Absolutely worth every cent and calories!

October 01, 2013

Nespresso Crealto-Infused Culinary Creations by Singapore's Top Chefs! For October Only!



Say hello to October with Nespresso Crealto-Infused Culinary Creations! To celebrate the launch of the new Crealto Limited Edition Grand Cru, Nespresso Singapore has partnered with renowned chefs from ME@OUE, La Cantine by Bruno Menard, Forlino Dining on the Bay and Sabio by the Sea to create four Nespresso Crealto-infused dishes. Available exclusively at the restaurants only in the month of October, these specials not only showcase the talents of Singapore's top chefs, but also the versatility of Nespresso coffee. Yes, we have been drinking the aromatic brews, now it's time to further appreciate its fineness and richness through these gastronomic delights! Coffee has certainly evolved into more than just a perk-me-up beverage!