Konditori Artisan Bakes @ Bussorah Street

The shop front looked like a quaint shop, and a window for passerby to take in the view of their wonderful bakes. I wanted to get some pastry/cakes for my late lunch / tea-break after a heavy breakfast and was around the Kampong Glam area.

When I was there, I saw a small group of tourist with their local guide standing outside of the shop, and the guide was explaining a little bit about the shop. From the outside, I could see that there are about 4 pax in the shop (excluding the shop staff) choosing their breads, so I went in to do the same. 

Then I realised that the shop space is really small. Buying customers will likely be standing in-front of the bread/pastry counter which starts right at the door and if you're standing behind that person trying to catch a glimpse of the  baked good, then you will be blocking whoever that wants to enter the shop.

I like how the baked goods are displayed, and everything looked like they'd going to be delicious. Hahaha, luckily I did my homework and went online to see what I think I'd be getting, made a list and went to the shop to then actually get it. Once the staff acknowledge your presence after they'd finish serving the initial customer, it was time to get to the front and pick out your choices. I only spotted one of the item that I wanted; Black Pepper Beef and Honey Mustard Croissant. For the rest of my choices, I just rattled off the name and the staff will think for a bit and point it out and then I'd nod and said, ok I'll be getting those.

cruffins and more

Items were swiftly packed and made the payment, and I was a happy shopper.

time to enjoy

Black Pepper Beef Honey Mustard Croissant @$6.10 and Peanut Butter Jam Brioche @$5.40

good sized croissant

I liked how substantial the black pepper beef croissant felt when you hold it. Adequate slices of beef inside and the honey mustard sauce helped to moisten the overall bite. Flavours are strong in this one. Loved the pickled chilies too.

Peanut Butter Cruffin @$4.70

Basque Burnt Cheesecake @$8.70

I liked their savouries more than the sweet ones. Also tried the Truffle Beef Salami bread ($5.50) and it was delicious after heating it up in the air-fryer for 2 minutes. Think oozy cheese center....yums!

All in all, loved the options available, choose wisely (because one simply can't buy everything!) and you should be able to find a favourite over here. Enjoy~

Konditori Artisan Bakes

Address: 33 Bussorah St, Singapore 199451

Website: https://www.konditori.sg/

Contact: +6562098580

Business Hours: 

Daily: 10.00 am–6.00 pm

The Durian Bakery x Purple Taste

The Durian Bakery is an online entity that delivers premium handcrafted durian cakes and patisseries made with only black gold and old tree musang king durians.

If you search them up via Google, one will notice that they currently have an average rating of 4.4 stars out of 103 reviews.

Signature Durian Dessert Box @$75 (U.P $79)

https://thedurianbakery.com.sg/product/durian-dessert-box/

The Signature Durian Dessert Box consists of the followings:

• 1x box of 8 Super Burst MSW Giant Puff
• 1x box of 6 D24 Snowy Mochi
• 1x pcs of Dark Choco MSW Mousse

Super Burst MSW Giant Puff 

https://thedurianbakery.com.sg/product-category/patisseries/durian-puffs/

Super Burst MSW Giant Puff (8 pcs) @ $44.80 (U.P $58.90)

closer view

Super Burst MSW Giant Puff

The MSW Giant Puff really lives up to its name because it was seriously huge! As big as my fist. The product came slightly frozen, so let it thaw first before biting into it. But seriously, who can resist? I actually bit down on it while it was still in its pretty solid state and boy, it was like eating durian sorbet.

Once it is adequately thawed, the pulpy fillings of fragrant and deliciously sweet MSW envelopes your entire mouth when you bite into these giant puffs. Lovely slight bitterness towards the end but overall so so good.

delicious mao shan wang giant puff

D24 Snowy Mochi

https://thedurianbakery.com.sg/product/d24-durian-mochi-6-pcs/

D24 Snowy Mochi @$15 per box of 6

of a cute size

The mochi skin was super soft and thin enough to burst the D24 fillings if one ever squeezed the mochi slightly. Ate it in one bite and it was super satisfying. Be careful though as it could be addictive since it was of such a cute size and one can't help but want for more.

Dark Choco MSW Mousse

https://thedurianbakery.com.sg/product/dark-choco-musang-king-mousse/

Dark Choco MSW Mousse @$16 (UP $20)

Dark Choco MSW Mousse

The Dark Choco MSW Mousse was so good that one wouldn't want to share this dessert with anyone else. It looks rich and tasted decadent. Filled with The Durian Bakery signature SilkyGold™ Durian Puree, it was just scoop after scoop going into the mouth until none is left.

Sinful, indeed but no regrets....at least not until I looked at the weighing scale.

all mine

To impress the sweetheart, I'd recommend the Dark Choco MSW Mousse, and for the family, the Super Burst MSW Giant Puffs. Hence, just get the Signature Durian Dessert Box to enjoy it all!

Mao Shan Wang Durian Mille Crepe Cake 8″ (Signature)

https://thedurianbakery.com.sg/product/msw-crepe/

A 40-layered beauty, this rich and creamy MSW Durian Mille Crepe. 

for birthday celebration

thin layers of crepe with layers of durian puree

taking a peek

layers of thin crepe and creamy durian puree, with chunky durian core

enjoying the chunky durian core

**Good News** Promo Code: purple

Simple steps to redeem:

1. Add $50 worth of products onto your cart
2. Add the mochi via https://thedurianbakery.com.sg/product/musang-king-durian-mochi-6-pcs-2/  to your cart
3. Checkout with promo code as follows

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Special thanks to Ryan and The Durian Bakery for the collaboration with Purple Taste. 

Hope my dear readers will enjoy the delicious cakes and patisseries from The Durian Bakery!

For your convenience, below are the relevant links to The Durian Bakery:

• https://thedurianbakery.com.sg/product-category/cakes
• https://thedurianbakery.com.sg/product-category/patisseries/
• https://thedurianbakery.com.sg/
• https://thedurianbakery.com.sg/product/msw-crepe/
• https://thedurianbakery.com.sg/product/durian-dessert-box/

The Durian Bakery

Address: The Commerze @, Irving Pl, #02-26 1-26, Singapore 369546

Website: https://thedurianbakery.com.sg/

Contact: 8875 1069

Business Hours:

Daily 9am to 5pm (Last order 5pm)

Self collection till 5pm daily only

Delivery available till 10pm daily

Paddy Hills @ South Buona Vista Road

Paddy Hills is a cafe located along South Buona Vista Road. It was a road of nothingness, and if you see a stretch of eateries, that's the stop. We didn't notice the awning signage with the shop's name and ended up having to turn back.

The place exudes a classy comfy vibe with industrial-chic cement floor. Paddy Hills was rather busy during the weekends. The place has some instagram-worthy items that attracts the young adults.

hand brew

board menu for drinks

chillax

The lotus roots chips with sumac powder was served in a porcelain basket-like container. Pretty looking but the seasoning was light and chips wasn't crispy.

lotus roots chips @$10

Since it was morning when we visited, naturally coffee would be in the order along with juice or something similar. The latte was pretty good. The Orange Sky was bottled juices but it was really pretty. A layered mix of blood orange and grapefruit juice.

latte

Orange Sky @$8

The cakes at the counter looked quite enticing but alas, we didn't try. For food, we managed to try a couple of items.

ciders, cakes and coffee

Who eats mussels for brunch? Us, I supposed. Hahaha! The mussels were too salty unfortunately.

NZ mussels @$20

The main courses fared slightly better than the appetisers. Pork belly, duck confit and a festive item. Of the dishes, there were more misses than hits. The crispy pork belly indeed had crackling crispy pork rind but the belly itself was rather dry.

crispy pork belly @$26

duck & waffles @$25

The duck & waffles looked promising but it was let down by the utterly bitter waffles. The thin 'forever-running' apple ribbon was a good choice and the duck was enjoyable.

Christmas Burger @$26

Usually, I'd steer clear of any festive items that had turkey in it and the advice is still the same.

photography in-progress

Also tried the Uni Truffle Pasta. A plate of black pasta with parma ham and uni. Interesting dish, and tossed dry.

Uni Truffle Pasta @$35

have a bite

The Uni Truffle Pasta was good but it didn't wow. For brunch/breakfast, would recommend the Pork Cassoulet. This would be the classic beans, sausages and egg combo. The bread on the side was good for mopping up the tomato sauce.

Pork Cassoulet @$24

Brunch with friends in a cosy ambiance. Let's have a cup of coffee and relax during the weekends! Happy Festivities everyone!

Berry Muffcake @$23

Paddy Hills

Location: 38 South Buona Vista Road, 118164
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/paddyhills.sg/
Contact: 6479 0800
Business Hours:
Weekends: 9am to 10pm
Weekdays: 1030am to 10pm

[Media Invite] Montana Singapore @ POMO Selegie Road

Montana always seemed a little different on each visit. Food items being improved appropriately and new items making its appearance, much to the delight of its customers. More choices, why not? Montana knows her clientele well, and this is reflected in the stronger flavours found in the menu. POMO Selegie area is well frequented by young adults and the occassional young at hearts.

inner section

If you are feeling famished or ravenous, then the Braised Beef Cheek with Carrot Kimchi from its brunch menu would be the perfect antidote.

Braised Beef Cheek with Carrot Kimchi @$20.80++

The bowl doesn't look like it's going to be very filling but dig in, slice past that wobbly yolk of the free-range poached egg to find a mound of deliciously smooth potato and sweet potato mash combo underneath it. So velvety smooth when savoured. Then break up the perfectly toasted till crisp and airy wholemeal bread, soak up the juices before wrapping your tongue around it. Mmm. The beef cheek was tender and flavourful, yet not overpoweringly so. Some may find the beef tasting a tad heavy when eaten on its own. Whether eaten on its own, or all together with the carrot kimchi and mash, it's all fine. Tasty stuffs.

If you are a young boy and still growing, then the Miso Brown Butter Linguine would feed you well. It's like a simple pasta dish with a grown up taste. Very likeable strong, creamy and bold flavours. Like a carbonara with a soy butter base. The shimeiji and shitake mushrooms gave it a slight earthy flavour and contrast in texture. Recommended to eat while it is hot!

Miso Brown Butter Linguine @$15.80++

Duck confit is a dime a dozen, but how about Peking Chicken Confit with Waffle? Perhaps, only at Montana! Five spice chicken confit, chives waffles with smoked ginger plum coleslaw and sauce. That smoked ginger plum sauce, my gosh....worked so well with the waffles. Sooo yummy! One gets a whole chicken leg, so there's ample meat, some carbs and some vegetable. It's a balanced meal.

Peking Chicken Confit with Waffle @$16.50++

We tried some burgers during the previous visit and there are new variations now. Fancy a Crab Burger or a Mac Daddy?

One may balk at the heavier price tag for the crab burger but it was really good. A patty that has an appropriate ratio of crab and seafood in it. Bouncy in texture, well seasoned and each bite was a delightful sweet string of flavours.

Crab Burger served with yuzu coleslaw, raisin caper relish and thick cut fries @$24++

Quite a rare find for a good crab burger. Look no further as one could enjoy it at Montana. Also tried the Mac Daddy with its 160g of beef patty and house-made buns. The buns, the soft fluffy sweet buns. Very likeable! Just look at that irregularly shaped beef patty with mac & cheese at the top. Ain't that a pretty picture? Liked that the beef patty is not dried out, moist and slightly spicy. It was just a twitch of a spice. Kind of teasing the taste buds. Nice.

Mac Daddy @$17++

Feeling thirsty? Try the V60 that's not in the menu yet but it was delicious. Brewed with coconut water and cacao, and served warm. Yummy.

V60 (price unknown)

delicious liquid

There's craft beers, wine, ciders, juices, coconut brew, coffee and tea available at Montana. Spoilt for choice!

And, one shall not leave till freakcake is served! You have heard and seen the freakshakes when it was trending in Singapore. Don't remember? Here's some help. Not to worry, the freakcakes at Montana are rather pretty.

The freakcakes are baked fresh daily, in limited quantities and assembled upon order. Waiting time of about 15 to 20 minutes. A freakcake is a single-pax serving portion but it was big enough to be shared amongst two to three pax for desserts. Each cake is $14.80++ and has 5 flavours to choose from; Red Velvet, Matcha Black Sesame, Coffee Kaya Coconut, Caramel Cookie Butter and Smoky Nutella.

Matcha Black Sesame

Black sesame frosting, matcha sponge, matcha buttercream and black sesame glaze. The cake's texture is reminiscent of kek lapis though.

Enjoy the cake with a good cup of piccolo latte. I like the coffee here and the matcha black sesame freakcake. Think I ate most of it!

piccolo latte

enjoy

enjoyed

If you are a small eater and in a 2 pax group, then I'd recommend for you to share the main course of perhaps either the miso brown butter linguine or the beef cheek, or get a burger each and share the freakcake. Or, get the freakcake and make someone happy by gifting it!

Thank you Montana Singapore, Ying and crew for your hospitality. Great food and great vibes. Special thanks to Justin for your invite.

Other visit:
Tried two other freakcakes on a separate occassion and happy to report that they were all good! My favourite vote still goes to Matcha Black Sesame. You'll never forget your first love.

Smokey Nutella

Coffee Kaya Coconut