Category Archives: SET A

Barcook Bakery – Old-School Goodness

Posted on August 22, 2011 by P

While lunching at Hong Lim Complex one afternoon, I noticed a queue forming outside what seemed like a bakery from afar. Being the typical (curious) Singaporean – I found myself gravitating towards the store without giving a further thought… Turns out it … Continue reading →

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Aoki – Third Time Lucky

Posted on August 17, 2011 by K

I read many good things about Aoki  (especially the value-worth set lunches) and had wanted to visit this Les Amis Group managed Japanese restaurant for the longest time.  I was not able to get a seat twice but P & … Continue reading →

Posted in Good Lunch Deal, Japanese, Orchard, Restaurant | 2 Comments

Wild Rocket – A True Taste Propeller

Posted on August 16, 2011 by P

Chef Willin Low of Wild Rocket describes his cuisine as Modern Singaporean. Despite Wild Rocket being around for 6 years – I have yet to step into the doors of this establishment till now. On the other hand, K has … Continue reading →

Posted in Dhoby Ghaut, Fusion, Good Lunch Deal, Local, Modern, Restaurant | 3 Comments

Katsuobushi (Bonito Flakes) – A Fond Childhood Memory

Posted on August 14, 2011 by K

Do you know where bonito flakes came from? My first experience with what we affectionately called the “dancing fish flakes” was when takoyaki was introduced in Singapore during my Secondary days. My friends and I will queue up faithfully for the … Continue reading →

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Charity Kappou – A Japanese Feast

Posted on August 10, 2011 by K

Recently, our department held a charity auction that called out to all employees to volunteer their skill/talent/service for bidding – all proceeds went to our specified charity. P & I bidded for a Japanese Kappou – Casual Japanese cuisine offered by … Continue reading →

Posted in Home-Made, Homestyle Dining, Japanese | 1 Comment