PS. Cafe @ Harding Road, Dempsey

The previous time that we wanted to have dessert, it was running on full house. This time round, went on a weekday and could get a table without any fuss. Liked their decor.

There was a smell lingering in the air within the indoor area which I couldn't quite put my finger on. Anyway, we were seated outdoor, and the diners seated indoor didn't look bothered. So probably it was just me.

dinner menu

nice flowers

we were here, and yes they do serve iced water

Wasn't that hungry so we ordered two pots of PS. Blend and a plate of truffle shoestring fries to share. Was quite impressed when the fries arrived. It was like really huge portion!

a mountain of truffle fries (@$15++)

salted, cheese'ed and oiled

The smell of the truffle wasn't overpowering, and it was quite addictive to eat. One after another, again and again while it's still hot. Yums. You could also choose the dips for the fries. I was greedy. I chose all. Well, all the complimentary ones, that is.

from the front moving anti-clockwise: mustard, BBQ, mayo, chili, ketchup

As we reached the bottom of the pile of the fries, the oily-ness really seeped in. No worries, our pot of tea to the rescue.

tea

strained leaves

Didn't really read what was inside the PS. Blend, but probably it has Earl Grey? Sure tasted a hint of that flavour. Overall, it gave a pleasant gentle taste.

sugar sugar

It was easy to sit for a few hours chatting with friends there.

wow...the aftermath...

interesting stuffs on the table

The prices are generally on the high side.

Wine Connection Tapas Bar & Bistro Robertson Walk (Part II)

Visited on a Friday night, and outdoor seating was full. The hostess was helpful in getting us indoor seats instead. As usual, the place was noisy. You'll either have to shout just to talk to someone just right in front of you. Or, couples would lean closely and whisper directly into each other's ears.

bottles and bottles of wine

Ordered a tiramisu and a warm tapas of BBQ sausages to share while waiting for our friends to arrive.

tiny cup of tiramisu

The dessert tasted more like mousse. Didn't detect any alcohol in it though. Only the center (and that's a very very small area) had the layering, due to its narrow container base.

inside view

For drinks, I had Barbar (@$9++).

Barbar makes a sweet thirst quencher

nice hue with 8% alcohol level

Here's the BBQ sausages (@$5++) from the warm tapas selection.

was it the sausages or the sauce that's homemade?

actually, I have no idea what meat went in there...

The sausages were kind of smallish. It didn't taste too bad but just not what I like. The sauce was not much help either.

Probably the outdoor seats were in higher demand as the noise level outside can be considered lower than the indoor area. We were at this place because the Wine Connection Bistro was fully packed and they don't practice waiting list. However, the other place began to ease out when it was over 11pm. The only catch, no more food at Wine Connection Bistro at that hour.

Sugisawa @ Robertson Quay, Riverside View

While looking for this place, we had walked past it unknowingly. Kind of easy to miss. It's actually located next to Shunjuu's and opposite of Harry's.

This place has quirky service level. When we first reached the restaurant at about 730pm, we were informed that all the tables inside were taken. A quick glance revealed many many empty tables. Of course, it didn't matter as alfresco dining works for us as well. Then the waitress told us to sit on any table that we liked, and so we did. Just 5 minutes later, another lady (boss?) came out and told us that our table actually was a 'reserved' table. Obviously, they do not practice placing 'reserved' signs anywhere. But perhaps the indication was, just don't sit on any tables that has sauce plate, paper towel and chopsticks already set up on the table. Probably those were the 'reservation' signs.

Anyway, we moved tables and just a minute of two later, we were told that we can move back to our original table because apparently the party that reserved the table didn't want it anymore. Err, no thanks.

menu cover

I think most locals go there for their bento. Quite reasonably priced between $16++ to $20++. My friend ordered the Sakana Teriyaki Bento, and the fish given was cod fish. Nicely priced at $19++. I wasn't feeling that hungry, so ordered a saba shioyaki (grilled mackerel with salt).

beer and lime juice

cold beer on a warm night

too bad the beer went lukewarm quite fast on a non-chilled glass

The food came pretty fast. First to arrive, the saba shioyaki. It looked nice with glistening skin with slight char. But unfortunately, the fish wasn't that good.

saba shioyaki

Next, the Sakana Teriyaki Bento.

sakana teriyaki bento (codfish)

That piece of codfish that came along with the bento was quite generous in size. Pinched half a fish, and enjoyed the plump, melt in your mouth texture. Yums.

yummy codfish

salmon and tuna slices

The total cost of the meal was $47 for two pax.