Tuesday, August 11, 2020

3 Meals A Day 一日三餐 Korean Family Restaurant @ 12 Chun Tin Road

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Was introduced to this restaurant by Tracy and Hence , my travel and dining buddies. They liked the food and we made arrangements to lunch there. Do make your reservations as the lunch queue tends to be loooong...

The place is conveniently located just right across the road after exiting from Beauty World MRT station. There are other Korean restaurants nearby too, like Oven Baked and KIM BBQ.

The service staff would frequently enquire if you are ready to order. Once you do, they'd bring over the serving plates, water bottle and water cups. Liked that they'll inform us on how to enjoy the dish, if they sensed that we are not quite that familiar.

Started with a plate of raw halibut in spicy seasoned salad. This was my first time trying. Only available in medium or large sizes. The medium sized was good for 4 pax as a starter. Tasty and beware of the green chilies, as it hits you where it'll hurt. Hahaa, a good kind of hurt and for a short while. Shioks!

Halibut Hoimuchim @$35 (M)
make a seaweed wrap

The halibut fish was sliced in strips and had a lovely slight bouncy texture. Not bouncy like squid and not mushy like salmon. Just something that's in between. The dish was tasty, well seasoned with standout flavours of spicy, sweet and garlicky plus a myriad of textural combination. Yums and whets the appetite for more.

water to put out the heat


For this meal, we ordered street snacks. No...not topokki 떡볶이 and not eomuk 어묵. Instead we ordered a small plate of sundae 순대 and gimbap. If for sundae, and you're thinking of ice-cream, that's not it! Sundae (or soondae) is steamed intestine stuffed with pig's blood, glutinous rice and glass noodles. An acquired taste and happy to report that the version at 3 Meals A Day is a non-funky version. Expect chewy texture. F.or taste, there's some salt given to enhance. I'd recommend to add some these into soup/stew for a more flavourful bite.

Sundae 순대 @$10
flavoured salt

We chose egg kimbap. Wow, this kimbap was huge! Hahaa, am used to the skinnier version so this came as a surprise. In terms of taste, this was somewhat lacking as the flavours were really gentle.

Egg kimbap 계란김밥 @$10


Let's take a look at the banchan 반찬 (side-dishes) served here. There was fresh kimchi (김치), fish cake (어묵볶음), seasoned bean sprouts (숙주나물), anchovies (멸치볶음), braised potato (감자조림) and macaroni with mayonaise.

side dishes 반찬


Hence asked, "Are you going to stop us from over-ordering today?"

Me, "Not today."

Now, let's do some serious eating shall we? 

A bowl of stew/soup is a must here and the tofu stew did not disappoint. Smallish in terms of size but big in terms of flavours. Enjoyment intensified after a few glasses of alcohol.

Soondubu jjigae 순두부찌개 @$12
건배

Fried Chicken Half/Half @$35
Yangnyum Chicken 양념치킨 (2nd Half)
Beef Bulgogi @$13
Samgyopsal (grilled pork belly) 삼겹살 @$15


Warm tummies and warmer hearts when good food is enjoyed with friends. But, we couldn't leave without trying their Jjukgumi Bokkeum (small octopus stir-fry). Why? Because the table next to us had it and it looked good. So, we ordered.

Quite a big pan of fiery red stuff with shiny blobs sticking out. Pardon my Huawei for the intense yellow tone.

Jjukgumi Bokkeum 쭈꾸비볶음 @$30
such a big baby!


You can cut the octopus into smaller pieces but it was tender enough to be bitten off. Beware of splurting sauces and don't wear white when you eat this. Amazing texture and very very likeable. Sauce was spicier than the salad, so get ready that cold water bottle at the side. The jjukgumi bokkeum is a definitely must-try here.

Thank you Tracy, Hence and Ivan for being the best travel buddies and makan-buddies! Till our next adventure, take care.

Expect to spend about $55 per pax for a meal with drinks here. 


3 Meals A Day 一日三餐

Address: 12 Chun Tin Road Singapore 599599

Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/ThreeMealsaDaySG/

Contact: 6463 2346

Business Hours:

Tue – Sun:12.00 – 15.30; 18.00 – 23.00

Closed on Monday

Sunday, August 9, 2020

[Media] New Dining and Cocktail Menu @ Beast and Butterflies M Social Hotel Singapore

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Beast & Butterflies at M Social Singapore

The restaurant has a new all-day dining menu. Here's a quick look at the new menu:

Enjoy local favourites such as Hokkien Noodles, Crispy Pork Knuckles and Kurobuta Claypot Rice. 

img credit: Beast & Butterflies
One could also look forward to new dishes such as the Charcoal Grilled Maine Lobster and Thai Milk Tea Pudding.

img credit: Beasts & Butterflies


The brunch menu has quite a good selection of items to choose from, and you could make your own brunch starting from $14++ onwards. Fancy a smoothie bowl? It is available too!

img credit: Beast & Butterflies

There are daily promotions at Beast & Butterflies that are worth checking out. Looking forward to the $1 Oyster Nights on Fridays and Super Monday Cocktail Night where there's 1-for-1 on selected drinks (like Daiquiri, Cosmopolitan, Mimosa, Whisky Sour).

Wow, I know I'd be getting the cheese board to accompany the 1-for-1 drinks! Hmm, or simply to enjoy it with M Wine.
img credit: Beasts & ButterfliesAdd caption




For enquires & bookings, email fnb.mss@millenniumhotels.com or call +65 6657 0018.

Sweeter with Millennium

Any spend from $80* will allow you to enjoy a return complimentary treat for 2 (desserts or sparkling wines). On top of that, stand a chance to win a luxurious 2D1N staycation at Orchard Hotel Singapore or M Social Singapore by simply uploading a photo of your meal with the hashtag #SweeterWithMillennium.

The most creative entries will stand a chance to win and My Millennium members can even double their chances of winning by scanning their dining receipts into the My Millennium mobile app! My Millennium members can also earn double points (8 My Points) for every dollar spent. Double the points, double the joy! Are you a member yet? Sign-up here.


Promotion ends 30th November 2020
*Min spend of $80 at Beast and Butterflies, Café 2000, The Orchard Café
*Min spend of $100 at Grand Shanghai Restaurant



M Social Singapore

Address: M Social Singapore 90 Robertson Quay Singapore 238259

Saturday, August 8, 2020

Tantalising and Affordable Lunch Sets from Dashi Master Marusaya @ 86 Robertson Quay

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Dashi Master Marusaya, flagship restaurant of the Marusaya Group had launched their new lunch sets and I was fortunate to have the privilege for a taste. Be spoilt for choice as there's Udon Lunch Set, Dashi Shabu Lunch Set, Rice Bowl Set Lunch, Tantalising Set Lunch, Hot Toban Set Lunch and Shokado Bento Box.

Opens from 12pm to 2.30pm for lunch and from 5pm to 10.30pm for dinner. On Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays, it is open from 12pm to 10.30pm. Dashi Master Marusaya is a cosy chic 90-seater restaurant and offers a comfortable space for dining-in.


cosy interior


First things first. I'd recommend to place an order for the Shokado Bento Box as it is only available in limited quantity daily. Ideal for us who would like to have a bit(e) of everything. Multi-course meal that includes appetiser, chawanmushi, tempura, grilled fish, meat dish, 2 kinds of sashimi, small rice bowl, small udon and dessert. Beautiful Shokado Bento, a highly satisfying and enjoyable experience.


SHOKADO BENTO 松花堂弁当

Shokado Bento Box 松花堂弁当 @$58++


Super loved the thick-cut sashimi, the luscious fatty pork that glistened, healthy grilled salmon and best of all, one also gets their famed chewy udon in lovely dashi topped with katsuoboshi plus a bowl of salmon don to satisfy most cravings.

meat dish (Shokado Bento Box)
beautiful thick-cut sashimi of salmon, maguro and a white fish (part of Shokado Bento Box)

grilled fish (Shokado Bento Box)


Tempura (Shokado Bento Box)
small salmon don (Shokado Bento Box)
small udon (Shokado Bento Box)


Shokado Bento Box offers generous portions of food, but for the lighter eaters, fret not as there are enough variety from the various lunch sets that's bound to satisfy almost everyone.


RICE BOWL SET LUNCH 丼ランチ

Tuna Belly Don Set 大トロ丼セット @$38++


For most of the lunch sets (except for the Shokado Bento), one could choose 3 sides to go along with the meal. For example, one could add-on a small dashimaki tamago, fried chicken, edamame, hijiki salad, nanbanzuke, ohitashi, california roll or matcha cake.


beautiful tuna belly


For first-timers to Dashi Master Marusaya, the must-try would be the all-time favourite Dashi Shabu Set Lunch. There's Hokkaido Pork Shabu, Beef Shabu and Wagyu Beef Shabu Set to opt from. For the all luxurious mouthfeel, go for the Wagyu Shabu set!


DASHI SHABU SET LUNCH だししゃぶランチ

Wagyu Shabu Set 和牛しゃぶしゃぶセット @$48++
choose your salt


If you like your meal sizzling hot, do try the Wagyu Toban Set from the Hot Toban Set Lunch menu, Thick-cut wagyu slices, sitting pretty ontop of the grill plate. Tender meat with a good chew, with tasty jus and laid ontop of a spoonful of fluffy rice. Yums!


HOT TOBAN SET LUNCH 熱々陶板ランチ

Wagyu Toban Set 和牛陶板ランチセット @$48++


still thinking of this


Come on down to Dashi Master Marusaya today and enjoy their new set lunch menu! Price ranges from $13++ to $58++.


Once again, thank you Jennifer and Dashi Master Marusaya for the invitation.


Dashi Master Marusaya

Address: 86 Robertson Quay, #01-01 Robertson Blue, Singapore 238245

Website: http://bitejapan.asia/marusaya/

Contact: 6732 0383 or email: info@marusaya.sg

Business Hours:

Mon-Fri: 12pm to 2.30pm, 5pm - 10.30pm

Sat-Sun: 12pm - 10.30pm

Sunday, July 26, 2020

[Media] Grand Shanghai Restaurant Indulgence for Mid-Autumn Festival

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Would you like to bring home exquisite mooncakes that intertwines flavour and texture to
perfection, to celebrate this Mid-Autumn Festival? From 21 Jul onwards, guests could enjoy meticulously handcrafted beautiful pieces of mooncake made from the finest ingredients with no added preservatives or artificial flavouring. Imagine all that packed into a luxurious box, that's reminiscent of  the restaurant's iconic 1930s Shanghainese extravagance.


image credit: Grand Shanghai Restaurant

In the limelight this year, is the limited-edition Bird’s Nest with Almond Paste Snow Skin Mooncakes 特⾊燕窝冰⽪⽉饼 ($68 per set of six). Sweet treat that is an indulgence, made with premium bird nest and silky almond paste. Makes a delightful gift too!

Snow-skin mooncake fans rejoice as Grand Shanghai has specially curated two new snow-skin flavours; Taro Paste with Ginkgo Nuts 芋蓉福果冰⽪⽉饼 ($58 per set of six) and Green Bean Paste with Pandan and Custard 绿⾖奶⻩冰⽪⽉饼 ($58 per set of six). Such pretty colours!

image credit: Grand Shanghai Restaurant

Again, back by popular demand is the Signature Crispy Lava Salted Egg Yolk 招牌酥蓉溏⼼脆⽪⽉饼 ($68 per set of six). Imagine crispy flaky outer layers with molten lava center, yums!

image credit: Grand Shanghai Restaurant

But then, its other signature the Shanghainese Crispy Yam Paste Mooncake上海酥⽪芋蓉脆⽪⽉饼  looks good too. This could be my first choice at the moment!

Not forgetting  the classics of Traditional Baked White Lotus Paste with Double Yolks 双⻩⽩莲蓉⽉饼( ($62 per set of four) or Traditional Baked White Lotus Paste with Single Yolk 单⻩⽩莲蓉⽉饼 ($60 per set of four).

I'd go for the double-yolk, what about you?

image credit: Grand Shanghai Restaurant



The above exquisite mooncakes can be ordered from 21 July 2020 to 1 October 2020 by calling +65 6836 6866 or emailing restaurant@grandshanghai.com.sg


Psst: There's an early bird promo till 18 August 2020, so hurry now! Terms and conditions applies!



Grand Shanghai Restaurant

Address: 390 Havelock Road Level 1 King's centre, 169662
Website: https://www.grandshanghai.com.sg/Mooncakes

Thursday, July 16, 2020

Staycation @ M Social Hotel Singapore

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Been waiting for a staycation? As more and more hotels are being approved for staycation, let's check out what Millennium Hotels and Resorts have in mind for their guests.

Millennium Hotels and Resorts (MHR) has come up with a package centred on its “We Clean. We Care. We Welcome” commitment. Guests are assured of 10 key hallmarks of cleanliness and safety
designed to safeguard guests throughout their stay, such as contactless check-in and check-out. The package also offers free accommodation for kids and flexible cancellation of up to two days before stays without charges.


photo credit: M Social Hotel Singapore

M Social Hotel Singapore was recently awarded the SG Clean Quality Mark Certification by the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) and Enterprise Singapore.

Here are two staycation packages curated specially to welcome guests back to M Social Hotel; "The Mix and Stay" or "Bottle Up Happiness" package. The Alcove Cosy room features bare concrete walls with mirrored surfaces, which then extends into a striking 4m-tall pitched roof, creating a spacious vibe. 

photo credit: M Social Hotel Singapore

While you are doing the staycay at M Social, head on to Beast and Butterflies during meal times for a brand new culinary experience with Executive Chef Bryce Li. Diners can also look forward to the $1 Oyster Friday Night promotion. 

photo credit: M Social Hotel Singapore


Don't forget to redeem the complimentary workshop of cocktail making from their in-house Mixologist; Vladyslav Yesepiv if you're doing the "Mix and Stay" package!

photo credit: M Social Hotel Singapore


Mix and Stay

S$180++
1 Night in Alcove Cosy
Breakfast for 2 Person
A complimentary M Social Cocktail Shaker
A complimentary Workshop: Learn about cocktail making from Beast & Butterflies Mixologist -
Vladyslav Yesepiv


Bottled Up Happiness

S$240++
1 Night in Alcove Cosy
Breakfast for 2 Person
A complimentary Workshop: Create your Own Perfume with Maison 21G Singapore
A complimentary bottle of perfume
For enquires & bookings, email reservations.mss@millenniumhotels.com or call +65 6206 1888


Here's wishing you a happy and safe staycation, peeps!

M Social Singapore

Address: M Social Singapore 90 Robertson Quay Singapore 238259


 
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