Homm Dessert @ Resorts World Sentosa - Opens Second Outlet at Weave RWS with Exclusive DIshes

Melbourne-born Thai dessert café Homm Dessert has expanded beyond its first outlet at Raffles City, now opening its second branch at the new Weave Mall in Resorts World Sentosa. Known for their creative takes on Thai-inspired sweets, the RWS outlet introduces not only its signature bingsu and drinks but also a range of exclusive savoury and sweet offerings.

Cheese Top Thai Milk Tea, Cheese Top Taro Milk Tea 4.2/5

We started with the Cheese Top Thai Milk Tea ($6.80) and Cheese Top Taro Milk Tea ($7.80). Refreshing and not overly sweet, both drinks hit the spot on a hot day. The flavours were distinct and natural, without the artificial aftertaste sometimes found in flavoured teas.

Mango Soba Salad 4/5

One of the savoury exclusives at the RWS branch is the Mango Soba Salad ($16.80). The vibrant combination of soba, ripe mango, soft-boiled egg, avocado, chilli, coriander, and red onion makes this a light yet satisfying option. Tossed in a spicy dressing of fish sauce, chilli and lime juice, it delivered a punchy, zesty kick that tied everything together.

Thai Chilli Crab Linguine 4/5

Another exclusive is the Thai Chilli Crab Linguine ($22.80). The pasta is generously coated in a robust Thai chilli crab sauce made with lemongrass, shallots, garlic, candlenut and bird's eye chilli. While flavour-packed and fragrant, it leaned more towards sweet than spicy. The two crispy soft-shell crabs served alongside added extra indulgence and texture to the dish.

Mount Chendol 4/5

For desserts, the RWS-exclusive Mount Chendol ($18.80) is their creative spin on the beloved local treat. A fluffy coconut “snowflake ice” base is layered with jackfruit, pandan jelly, semi-smashed red beans, creamy corn, grass jelly and drizzles of gula melaka. It’s a fun, Thai-inspired take on chendol, or as it’s called there, “lod chong.”

Thai Milk Tea Avalanche Bingsu 4.5/5

Of course, no visit to Homm is complete without their signature Thai Milk Tea Avalanche Bingsu ($19.80). Using a blend of fragrant Thai tea leaves, the flavours are earthy yet smooth, never too tannic. The “avalanche” reveal is a playful touch, unveiling whipped cream cheese on Thai tea snowflake ice, gelato, and buttery sable crumbles. Served with Thai tea sauce, grass jelly, and condensed milk on the side, this is an indulgent dessert perfect for sharing.

Homm Dessert continues to impress with its creative interpretations of Thai classics. With the addition of exclusive savoury dishes at the new RWS outlet, it makes for a fun spot not just for desserts but also for a light meal.

Note: This is an invited tasting.


Homm Dessert
Resorts World Sentosa
Weave Mall
26 Sentosa Gateway
#01-232
Singapore 098138
Tel: +65 6745 5323
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Nearest MRT: Harbourfront (CC, NE Line)

Opening Hours:
Daily: 10am - 6pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Harbourfront MRT station. Take Exit C or E. Walk to Vivocity Level 3 to Vivocity Monorail Station., Take Monrail to Sentosa. Alight at Resorts World Station. Walk to destination. Journey time about 15 minutes. [Map]

Royal Host @ Takashimaya - Celebrates SG60 & Its 1 Year Anniversary with Locally Inspired Dishes

To mark Singapore’s 60th birthday and one year since opening at Jewel Changi Airport, Royal Host unveils a special SG60 menu that fuses familiar local flavours with Japanese-Western flair. Here’s what we tried from the limited-time offerings, available till 31 August 2025.

Singapore Sling Mocktail & Vanda Miss Joaquim Tea

The Singapore Sling ($10.30) mocktail reminded us of a fruity punch that is light and refreshing, though nothing groundbreaking. On the other hand, the Vanda Miss Joaquim Tea ($6.80) was surprisingly memorable. Delicately floral, this orchid-and-cornflower blend slowly grows on you with every sip.

Laksa Flame Duet Grill 4/5

The Laksa Flame Duet Grill ($30.60) was the star of the meal. A surf-and-turf combo featuring juicy laksa-marinated prawns and chargrilled chicken thigh, this dish hits all the right notes. You can choose between Laksa Sauce and Truffle Cream Sauce; we recommend the Laksa. Rich, creamy and full of lemak without being jelak. Bonus: the tomato steak with melted cheese on top adds a nostalgic Western touch.

Flame Shell Symphony Pasta 3.8/5

This Flame Shell Symphony Pasta ($28.60) is a bold, seafood-forward dish with generous chunks of crab meat and prawns. The sauce, inspired by chilli crab, leans sweet and spicy, but we found the overall flavours a little too light. Spice lovers may still enjoy the kick.

Laksa Crunchy Slaw 3/8

A reinterpretation of the classic coleslaw, the Laksa Crunchy Slaw ($7.60) is dressed in a tangy laksa-spiced emulsion and topped with fresh coriander and crispy fried shallots. While refreshing and easy to eat, it didn’t leave a lasting impression.

Cendol Delight 5/5

We’d return just for this! The Cendol Delight ($8.60) swaps the usual shaved ice for scoops of luscious coconut gelato, topped with Japanese azuki beans, pandan jelly and crushed walnuts. The thick house-made gula melaka ties it all together. It’s nostalgic, indulgent and our favourite of the lot.

Royal Host's SG60 limited-time menu is a fun and respectful nod to Singapore's culinary heritage, with the inclusion of Singapore's favourites such as laksa, chilli crab and cendol -reimagined through a Japanese-Western lens.

To sweeten the celebration, Royal Host is offering a 1-for-1 promotion on their signature “ROYAL” Hamburg Steak (U.P. $24++) from 6 to 8 August 2025, available at both Jewel Changi Airport and Takashimaya outlets. This juicy patty made with premium steak-grade beef is one of their crowd favourites, definitely worth checking out if you haven’t tried it yet!

Photos and words by Jaslyn. An avid cook who lives to eat and travel for food. Note: This is an invited tasting.


Royal Host
Takashimaya
391 Orchard Road
#B2-25/26
Singapore 238872
Tel: +65 6908 1339
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Nearest MRT: Orchard Road (NS Line), Somerset (NS Line)

Opening Hours:
Daily: 10am - 10pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Orchard MRT station. Take Exit 4. Follow the walkway through Wisma Atria to Takashimaya. Continue walking straight at Ngee Ann City until destination. Journey about 8 minutes. [Map]

2) Alight at Somerset MRT station. Take Exit B to Orchard Road. Head west or turn left onto Orchard Road against the flow of traffic. Walk to destination. Journey time about 10 minutes. [Map]

All Hail the King Durian Fest @ Resorts World Sentosa - Unlimited Premium Duran Feast

Durian Fest is back at Resorts World Sentosa to celebrate the season of the King of Fruits. For six evenings this July, the Bay Restaurant, located within the region’s only marine life-integrated waterpark, will be transformed into a tropical haven for All Hail the King Durian Fest. Indulge and feast on a prized selection of durian varieties alongside other tropical fruits.

The admission provides you with a free flow of premium durians such as Mao Shan Wang, Red Prawn, D24 and many other varieties of durians. There are also tropical fruits such as rambutan and mangosteen, a selection of gourmet offerings from Dian Xiao Er, as well as cooling beverages.

On the evening of my visit, the durian varieties include Black Thorn! And of course, there is Mao Shan Wang, Red Prawn, Jin Feng, D24 and Butter King.

The durians are opened on the spot, and you get to pick and choose the entire durian to be enjoyed back at your table.

The tropical fruits selection featured rambutan, mangosteen, longans, as well as soursop.

The Dian Xiao Er offerings were all right. I reckon the highlight was the Herbal Duck, which, unfortunately, is limited to 2 slices per person per serving. However, since it is a buffet style, you can still go back for it as many times as you wish.

There is Chendol as well, which perhaps one can create their own durian chendol for some added fun.

Ticket to All Hail the King Durian Fest is priced at S$268 per admission. Tickets can now be purchased at https://www.rwsentosa.com/en/events/all-hail-the-king-durian-fest. Each purchase entitles you to a free duck plushie too!

Durian lovers are advised to secure tickets early due to limited availability and to arrive early for the 90-minute event to enjoy the complete offerings on their selected date(s).

Event Dates
Friday, 11 July 2025
Saturday, 12 July 2025
Sunday, 13 July 2025
Friday, 18 July 2025
Saturday, 19 July 2025
Sunday, 20 July 2025

Timing
6pm to 730pm sharp

Photos and words by Si An. A girl who is allured by travelling, loves the feel of freedom, smell of the rain and the aroma of fine coffee and food.


The Bay Restaurant
Adventure Cove Waterpark at Resorts World Sentosa
8 Sentosa Gateway
Sentosa
Singapore 098269
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Nearest MRT: Harbourfront (CC, NE Line)

Direction:
1) Alight at Harbourfront MRT station. Take Exit C or E. Walk to Vivocity Level 3 to Vivocity Monorail Station., Take Monrail to Sentosa. Alight at Resorts World Station. Walk to destination. Journey time about 15 minutes. [Map]

Sampanman Kelong @ Jurong Point - Opens Second Outlet in The West with Free-Flow Chendol and Exclusive Dishes

Following its debut at Jewel Changi Airport, Sampanman Kelong has cast its nets westward with the opening of its second outlet at Jurong Point. This new branch offers several exclusive items, including free-flow Chendol and outlet-only dishes, while the flagship at Jewel has also undergone a recent menu refresh.

Grilled Shellfish Sampan 3/5

A highlight of our visit was the Grilled Shellfish Sampan ($39). It came in a vibrant, rustic presentation served atop a wooden boat. The dish features an enticing mix of flower clams, prawns, and scallops, all tossed in a sweet and mildly spicy kicap manis sauce that's rich, sticky, and thoroughly addictive. While the sauce elevated the seafood, the portion was underwhelming, both in terms of quality and quantity, especially for its price point.

Tingkat

To round out our meal, we added on the Tingkat set — available in 2-Tier ($14) or 3-Tier ($20) options. We chose the 3-Tier set, which allowed us to select one item each from the rice, vegetable, and meat categories for a satisfying and balanced meal.

Blue Pea Rice 4/5

From the rice options — which also include Jasmine White Rice and Egg Fried Rice — we went with the Blue Pea Rice. It was nicely steamed, lightly aromatic, and added a touch of visual appeal to the tingkat.

Stir-Fried Sweet Potato Leaves 3/5

For vegetables, we opted for the Stir-Fried Sweet Potato Leaves. While the greens were tender and well-cooked, the sambal leaned a little too sweet, lacking the fiery punch I had hoped for. Moreover, the vegetables were chopped into small pieces, which took away from the textural enjoyment. Other options include Stir-Fried French Beans and Spicy Egg Sambal.

Nanyang Chicken Curry 4.2/5

The Nanyang Chicken Curry was the standout among the tingkat selections. The chicken was succulent and tender, and the curry sauce was rich, lemak, and fragrant. It was a well-executed, comforting dish. Other available proteins include Berempah Fried Chicken and Fried Mid Wing.

Butter & Gula Melaka Toast 3/5

For something sweet, I went off the beaten track and tried the Butter & Gula Melaka Toast ($2.90). The toast had a lovely charred exterior with a soft, fluffy interior. Unfortunately, the gula melaka spread lacked the depth and smoky aroma typically associated with high-quality palm sugar. It leaned more towards one-dimensional sweetness, which made it less memorable.

Sampanman Kelong continues to offer a kampung-inspired seafood experience in the modern mall setting, with creative local twists and nostalgic presentations. While some dishes shine, particularly the Nanyang Chicken Curry and the addictive kicap manis sauce on the shellfish, there's room for improvement in terms of consistency and value. That said, the free-flow Chendol and hearty Tingkat sets offer diners something both fun and familiar in the West.

Note: This is an invited tasting.


Sampanman Kelong
Jurong Point
1 Jurong West Central 2
#01-16G/H/J
Singapore 648886
Tel: +65 83184863
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Nearest: Boon Lay (EW Line)

Opening Hours:
Daily: 8am - 10pm

Direction:
1. Alight at Boon Lay MRT station. Take Exit C, D or E. Walk to destination. Journey time about 3 minutes. [Map]

The Masses X Chateau Dionne Collaboration - A French Lens On Southeast Asian Dishes

For three days only, from 27 to 29 June 2025, The Masses from Singapore and Chateau Dionne from Kuala Lumpur come together in a bold collaboration that bridges classical French technique with Southeast Asia's rich tapestry of street flavours. The result: a 10-course Tasting Menu ($78.90++/pax, min. 2 diners) that plays on nostalgia while delivering fine-dining flair. A curated wine pairing ($48++/pax) with a welcome drink is also available to elevate the experience.

Assam Laksa 4.2/5

The dinner opens with an elegant tartlet that channels the bright, punchy notes of Assam Laksa. Encased in a crisp, buttery shell is a smoky mackerel mix accented by tangy assam relish. Rojak flower and belacan powder lend aromatic and savoury depth, instantly conjuring memories of hawker classics, distilled into one complex, satisfying bite.

Orh Luak 3.5/5

This reimagined Orh Luak arrives as a golden Oyster Beignet. Poached French Amelie oysters are creamed and encased in a fried dough shell atop sambal olek sabayon. While the concept is creative and the texture is spot on, the oyster flavour could be more assertive to anchor the dish more firmly in its inspiration.

Lap Mei Fan 4/5

The communal Lap Mei Fan is cleverly deconstructed into a brioche snack glazed in pork lard and kicap manis. Topped with mushroom crumble and finely grated XO sausage, this compact creation is packed with umami and textural play. It is a fun, savoury number that nods to tradition while going its own way.

Ngoh Hiang 4/5

A luxe twist on the Teochew five-spice roll, this version blends foie gras into minced pork and prawns, wrapped in bean curd skin and deep-fried till shatteringly crisp. The accompanying Lingham chilli aioli adds a tangy heat that lifts the rich filling beautifully. It is a standout reinvention.

Yu Sheng 4/5

Here, Yu Sheng transforms into a dainty, composed plate. Cured Hamachi is paired with a bright calamansi and bird’s eye chilli granita, offering acidity and a hint of fire. Finished with pickled ginger and fried shallots, this dish is a refined interpretation of a festive classic.

White Pepper Veloute 4.5/5

The evening's best dish is a creamy, comforting White Pepper Velouté, a homage to pig's stomach soup. Poured tableside over sliced offal, scallions and pickled radish, the broth is peppery and full-bodied. A crispy pork croquette on the side completes the soulful yet elevated experience. Brilliantly executed.

Rojak - Hot 3/5

The Rojak is served in two ways: hot and cold version. The hot version is served on a sizzling plate with a crisp egg and aerated peanut sauce. This rendition leans more toward Gado Gado than traditional Rojak, with its warm, nutty notes and sesame cracker accompaniment.

Rojak - Cold 4/5

For the cold counterpart, a Penang-style refresher featuring tropical fruits and vegetables (rose apple, pineapple, mango, jicama) tossed in prawn paste, crushed peanuts, and rojak flower. Tangy, sweet and crunchy, this one hits the nostalgic notes more directly.

Hei Mee 4/5

Possibly the most avant-garde plate of the evening. a is reinterpreted as julienned squid ribbons, with a concentrated prawn head broth poured tableside. Sambal aioli and Melba toast add richness and crunch. It is a daring, cerebral dish that captures the essence of prawn noodles in an entirely unexpected way.

Chicken Rice 4.5/5

This dish pays reverent homage to a national icon, Chicken Rice. Salt-baked Chicken infused with angelica root and truffle rests on claypot-style garlic rice perfumed with pandan and chicken fat. The housemade chilli sauce, fermented over three days, adds complexity, while a warm chicken consommé ties the whole experience together. It is a masterclass in reinvention with respect.

Cendol 4/5

Dessert arrives with flair. Cendol is elevated into a plated masterpiece: pandan curd, glutinous rice fritters, red beans, coconut milk, and a house-made gula Melaka ice cream. The ice cream is intensely rich, the rice fritters are chewy yet crisp, and a sprinkling of sea salt brings balance. It is a delightful finale to a diverse and well-composed menu.

This collaboration is more than a one-off dinner. It's a dialogue between two culinary philosophies, two cities, and two perspectives on familiar food. Some dishes lean more heavily on technique, others on nostalgia, but the through-line is creativity and respect for culture. At under $80++, the 10-course menu is excellent value, making this a not-to-miss event in the June 2025 dining calendar.

The Masses X Chateau Dionne Collaborations

Dates and Seatings:
27 June, Friday: 530pm - 930pm
28 June, Saturaday: 1130am - 3pm, 530pm - 930pm
29 June, Sunday: 1130am - 3pm, 530pm - 930pm

Note: This is an invited tasting.


The Masses
Arcade @ The Capitol Kempinski
13 Stamford Road
#01-84
Singapore 178905
Tel: +65 6518 4988
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Nearest MRT: City Hall (EW, NS Line)

Opening Hours:
Mon-Sat: 1130am - 1030pm

Direction:
1) Alight at City Hall MRT station. Take Exit B. Cross the road. Walk to destination. Journey time about 5 minutes. [Map]