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115 Ho Jiak Western Cuisine Review: Proper Hawker Centre Western Food at One Punggol

I first noticed 115 Ho Jiak Western Cuisine at One Punggol Hawker Centre when a group of boys were tucking into these mega-sized chicken cutlets—and that was enough to convince me to give it a try. Honestly, I’m so glad I did. Working from Punggol Regional Library has become our routine, and this western food […]

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Auntie Peng Banana Pie Review: The Original Recipe Worth Trying

Auntie Peng Banana Pie was exactly why we headed to Katong Shopping Centre. The hubby and I had just finished at East Coast Park and decided to drive over for some chicken rice and those banana pies I’d been meaning to try. Most folks know Dona Manis Cake Shop as the go-to spot for banana […]

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Awfully Chocolate Rum & Cherry Cake Review: Worth Every Spoonful

I asked hubby what cake he fancied for his birthday and he immediately said he wanted the Chocolate Banana Cake from Awfully Chocolate. Fair enough – seemed like a wise choice as we hadn’t had that for a long, long time and really kinda missed it. But here’s where it gets interesting. While I was […]

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Bahlsen Pick Up Minis Review: Worth Picking Up!

I first tried the Bahlsen Pick Up Minis a few years ago when a friend gifted me a Christmas snack hamper. Nestled among the chocolates and biscuits was a pack of these minis. Honestly? Love at first bite. Why These Bahlsen Pick Up Minis Stand Out I don’t usually reach for sandwich biscuits. The filling’s often too […]

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Pasta Express Singapore: Fresh Made-to-Order Pasta That Actually Delivers

Hubby and I were at Geneo Mall to collect our race pack when Pasta Express caught our fancy. No queue, no hype—just a whim that had us taking some home for lunch. Turns out, the best carbs sometimes find you. 🙂 Pasta Express Locations NTU North Spine NUS Frontier SMU Connexion The Venue Shoppes The […]

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Hainan Beef Noodle & Claypot Rice at Anchorvale Village: Generous Portion Claypot Rice Under $7

Hainan Beef Noodle & Claypot Rice at Anchorvale Village Hawker Centre serves up claypot rice in portions that are impressively hearty. This unassuming stall became my regular haunt after just one visit. First Impressions Hainan Beef Noodle & Claypot Rice first drew my attention when Anchorvale Village Hawker Centre opened last year. Although the stall […]

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Xiao He Shan Chinese Buffet at Grantral Mall: A $12.80 Feast Worth Discovering

On our way to Geneo to pick up the TriFactor race pack, we decided to pop by Xiao He Shan 小和山优选快餐 for lunch. The hubby had spotted their $12.80 nett Chinese buffet on a previous mall visit and hasn’t stopped going on about it since. So of course, we had to finally give it a […]

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Cinnabon Singapore: Messy, Gooey Cinnamon Rolls That Look Absolutely Sinful

Cinnabon wasn’t exactly penciled in on my to-do list that day. My plan was simple: pop into Citylink Mall to get my ski pants altered, then head straight home. But errands have a way of leading you into little detours, and in this case, it was the irresistible scent of cinnamon drifting out from Raffles […]

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Reese’s Puffs Breakfast Cereal Treat Bars: The Perfect On-the-Go Snack

Reese’s Puffs Breakfast Cereal Treat Bars caught my attention during Amazon Prime Day, and I’m glad they did. These portable snack bars transform the beloved breakfast cereal into something you can munch anywhere. Prime Day Bargain Hunting Success Spotted these beauties on Amazon with an RRP of $10.92 per box. Prime Day magic struck, dropping the […]

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Martirelo Longis by Virginia Potato Snack Review

I first discovered Martirelo Longis by Virginia Potato Snack during a casual RedMart browse. The Spanish brand launched with three flavours, and I couldn’t resist grabbing Original, Paprika, and Sour Cream & Onion to sample. RedMart prices these at $3.30 per 75g pack. But here’s the kicker – they’re running a promotion till end September. […]

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June Bakery Singapore: CBD’s Best Kept Secret for Delicious Tarts

June Bakery has been on my must-visit list forever, but their weekday-only hours and sell-out tendencies made it nearly impossible to try. Finally managed to snag some of their legendary tarts during a staycation at PARKROYAL on Beach Road – and now I understand the hype. Finding June Bakery Staying at PARKROYAL on Beach Road? You’ve […]

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McDonald’s McCrispy Burger Review

The new McCrispy burger at McDonald’s first grabbed my attention on Thursday when I noticed a massive queue snaking outside their outlet. I was heading out for lunch and, curious about the fuss, decided to check it out. Free Launch Day Queue Experience Turns out McDonald’s was giving out free McCrispy burgers to celebrate the […]

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Abundance Taiwanese Restaurant & Craft Beer Bar: Why I Visited Twice in 3 Days

I needed to collect a cake from Awfully Chocolate at Tampines, and that gave me the perfect excuse to finally check out Abundance Taiwanese Restaurant & Craft Beer Bar at Century Square. I hadn’t been since it opened in September 2024, so I made a lunch reservation. What followed were two visits in just three […]

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SNICKERS Peanut Brownie vs 4 Other Flavours: Which One Actually Wins?

While browsing Valu$ at Tampines 1, I spotted the SNICKERS Peanut Brownie Bar on the shelf. That one discovery quickly snowballed into grabbing a handful of different SNICKERS bars I hadn’t tried yet. Why Valu$ Might Be the Best Place for Cheap Treats Sometimes the best finds happen when you’re not even looking. As I […]

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BreadTalk Butter Mochi and Mini Momoji

BreadTalk Butter Mochi & Mini Momoji Review: How Do They Stack Up Against Swee Heng and Bao’s Pastry?

After trying similar viral bakes elsewhere, I was curious about BreadTalk’s Butter Mochi and Mini Momoji. Ever since Bao’s Pastry made waves in Singapore, local bakeries have been jumping on the trend, churning out their own versions of hits like floss cakes and butter mochi. I’ve been completely hooked on Swee Heng’s Butter Mochi – honestly can’t get enough of […]

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Qin Ji Rougamo Review: Authentic Shaanxi Chinese Hamburgers Hit Singapore

I swung by Woodleigh Mall initially to grab the butter baked rice cake from Swee Heng, and while looking for something to dabao back for dinner, I spotted Qin Ji Rougamo. Where You Can Find Qin Ji Rougamo Qin Ji Rougamo has several outlets in Singapore, including the one at Woodleigh Mall. You can also […]

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