International Cuisine
The post-work crowd usually floods Millenia Walk. But the moment I stepped inside Tenshima Millenia Walk, the frantic city energy completely vanished. It felt less like a mall restaurant and more like a hidden sanctuary in Japan, right here in Singapore. The atmosphere here is designed with refined Japanese minimalism in mind. The lighting is…
I visited Casa Vostra, the trendy Italian restaurant located inside Jem at 50 Jurong Gateway Road, on a Friday around 7 pm, a massive rookie mistake. The queue was already snaking past the neighboring storefronts, filled with hungry diners eager to eat their weekend carb fix. I ended up waiting almost 45 minutes just to…
I visited on a Thursday around 2 pm, just as the busy lunch crowd from the nearby Changi Business Park was starting to clear out. Looking for a quiet place to read and decompress, Canopy at Changi City Point felt like the perfect oasis hidden in plain sight within this bustling city point. The Dining…
Sometimes you just want a solid, no-fuss meal without the gamble of trying a new place. That was my mindset when I headed to Poulet at Causeway Point on a Saturday around 6 PM. I was mentally prepared for a bit of waiting, especially at a popular Woodlands mall during peak dinner time. True to…
Navigating the dining scene at Marina Bay Sands Singapore can be overwhelming with its vast selection of celebrity chef restaurants and fine dining options. This iconic destination features some of the best restaurants in Marina Bay Sands, offering a diverse range of cuisines including Japanese cuisine, fresh seafood, contemporary Asian cuisine, and Western fare. The…
At Aroy Mak, the start of the evening is marked by a distinctive sound that signals the beginning of the meal. It is not the clatter of cutlery or the murmur of conversation, though those are present. It is the quiet, steady sizzle of a cube of pork lard sliding down the heated dome of…
In the ecosystem of Singapore’s malls, few spaces command attention quite like Genki Sushi Singapore. It is not the loudest sushi restaurant, nor the most visually imposing. Yet, on any given evening in a busy suburban mall-whether at Waterway Point or Bugis+-the queue outside tells a distinct story. This is not merely a waiting line…
The escalator ride up through Funan Mall is a steady ascent, carrying you past kinetic installations and tech-focused storefronts into a pocket of the city built with purpose. On the third floor, you’ll find Alchemist Coffee Singapore, a calm oasis in the bustling city center. Known for its spacious interior and thoughtful design, this café…
In the vibrant mosaic of Singapore’s culinary landscape, Northpoint City has quietly emerged as a focal point for Korean food enthusiasts. This northern neighborhood, often the subject of lighthearted local banter, reveals a deeper narrative through its evolving Korean cuisine scene, a story of cultural fusion, comfort, and culinary exploration. The experience here transcends mere…
Nestled at #02-09 Cuppage Plaza, 5 Koek Road, Singapore, Izakaya Nijumaru is one of Orchard Road’s best-kept secrets. While the bustling streets below are dominated by bright lights and trendy establishments, this unassuming Japanese restaurant offers a calm retreat for those seeking simple, honest flavors. Izakaya Nijumaru has been operating at Cuppage Plaza since 1987.…