Nosignboard Sheng Jian @ Northpoint City - New Flagship Shanghai Sheng Jian Bao Specialty Shop By No Signboard Group

No Signboard, known as the original creators of Singapore's White Pepper Crab with over 40 years of heritage, has launched the group's latest casual dining concept - Nosignboard Sheng Jian at Northpoint City. It specialises in the popular Shanghai Sheng Jiao Bao and a whole lineup of Northern Chinese dim sum and dishes.

Tricolour Sheng Jian Bao 4.2/5

The highlight definitely has to be the Sheng Jian Bao here which boosts a delightfully chewy texture. There are four flavours here. They are the Signature Popping Juices ($5.50 for 3pc), Chilli Crab and Pork ($6.30 for 3pc), Spicy Dried Shrimp ($5.80 for 3pc) and Vegan Sheng Jian Bao ($5.30 for 3pc). Are you spoilt of choices? Then go for the Tricolour Sheng Jian Bao ($10.80 for 6pc) to get a taste of a variety of the Sheng Jian Bao. My favourite has to be the signature popping juices pan-fried bun for its savoury and juicy pork filling.

Spicy Chicken in Sichuan Style 3.5/5

Besides the Sheng Jian Bao, the restaurant also offers a selection of other tasty dishes, rice and noodles. We had the Spicy Chicken in Sichuan Style ($7.80) served chilled. It comes in fiery-looking Sichuan Mala spicy sauce prepared in a blend of Sichuan peppercorns, spices and chillies. I find the sauce lacks the aroma of a good Kou Shui Ji, though.

Famous Wu Xi Braised Pork Cube 4/5

The Famous Wu Xi Braised Pork Cube ($14.80) fares much better. The braised pork belly cubes are fork-tender and coated in a deliciously thick, luscious red sauce with sweet vinegar.

Fried Noodle with Scallion & Dried Shrimps 3.8/5

The Fried Noodle with Scallion & Dried Shrimps ($6.80) looks plain without any accompanying ingredients. Still, it is packed with exquisite flavours from scallion oil and dried shrimps.

Crispy Rice with Chill Crab Meat Sauce 3.8/5

Crispy rice is well enjoyed in Northern China, traditionally eaten on its own or with a rich dip or gravy. At Nosignboard Sheng Jian, the Crispy Rice with Chill Crab Meat Sauce ($14.80) is given a local touch by pairing the Chinese rice crisps with Singapore chilli crab dip.

Deep Fried Radish Pastry 4.2/5

Besides the sheng jian bao, the other item on the menu that I enjoyed a lot is the traditional Shanghainese pastry - Deep Fried Radish Pastry ($5.80 for 3pc). Inside the light and buttery, flaky pastry is a savoury filling of flavourful white radish.

Chilled Coconut Papaya Pudding 3.5/5

The Chilled Coconut Papaya Pudding ($4.80 for 3pc) stands like the Marina Bay Sands towers. I enjoyed this simple dessert because it has two of my favourite fruits: coconut and papaya.

Crispy Purple Sweet Potato Balls 4.2/5

A delightful dessert is the Crispy Purple Sweet Potato Balls ($4.80 for 3pc) served warm. Inside the crispy sphere's skin is soft custard filling to end the meal on a sweet note.

Note: This is an invited tasting.


Nosignboard Sheng Jian
Northpoint City
South Wing
#01-137/138
1 Northpoint Drive
Singapore 768019
Tel: +65 66659959
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Nearest MRT: Yishun (NS Line)

Opening Hours:
Daily: 10am - 930pm

Direction: 
1) Alight at Yishun MRT station. Take Exit C. Walk to destination. Journey time about 3 minutes. [Map]

Canton Paradise @ Marina Bay Sands - Delighting Diners With Their Sixth Outlet

Paradise Group's chain of restaurants have become a household brand with different concepts in almost every corner of Singapore. Little did I know that they have actually become the biggest Chinese restaurant brand in Singapore. Paradise Group has recently expanded their footprint with the opening of the sixth Canton Paradise outlet at The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands.

Crispy Fried Fish Skin with Salted Egg Yolk 4.5/5

We started with some light snack while waiting for the rest of our food to be served. The Crispy Fried Fish Skin with Salted Egg Yolk ($9.80) is indeed very good and additive. I could not stop myself from going back for more.

Baked BBQ Pork Pastry 4.2/5

Crispy BBQ Honey Pork Bun 4.2/5

If you like BBQ pork, there is the Baked BBQ Pork Pastry ($6.80 for 3pc) and Crispy BBQ Honey Pork Pork Bun ($2.40/pc minimum 2pc). One is flaky while the other is fluffy. I enjoyed the crispy BBQ honey pork pork bun more cos of its texture, as if like having bread.

Baked Cheese Tart 3/5

Made popular by the Japanese, I was rather surprise to find the Baked Cheese Tart ($6.80 for 3pc) on the menu. I have not tried the other cheese tarts so I could not make a comparison but based on my personal opinion. I thought it was more milky than cheesy. Would have prefer the the cheese flavour to be more prominent

Steamed Molten Salted Egg Yolk Custard Piggy Bun 4.2/5

Cuteness to the max is the Steamed Molten Salted Egg Yolk Custard Piggy Bun ($6.80 for 3pc). Young and old will enjoy the fluffy bun with the rich and creamy molten salted egg yolk filling, oozing out from it.

Steamed White Chocolate with Walnut Charcoal Bun 3.8/5

An unique creation at Canton Paradise is the Steamed White Chocolate with Walnut Charcoal Bun ($2.90/pc). This is a sweet take of the traditional savoury bun. I would advice to have the bun together with the walnut in it or it may come across too sweet.

Sweet Red Bean Pastry In A Bag 4/5

Have you forgotten your handbag and left it on the plate? The Sweet Red Bean Pastry In A Bag ($6.80 for 3pc) is shaped like a little bag. The combination of the sweet red bean paste and flaky pastry was well balanced, not overly sweet with the sesame seeds giving it a aromatic finishing.

Doubled Boiled Superior Chicken Soup with Penny Bun 4/5

The Double Boiled Superior Chicken Soup with Penny Bun ($14.80) is boiled for around 8 hours for a nourishing and tasty broth with tender kampong chicken thigh and crunchy penny bun mushroom.

Steamed Rice Rolls with Preserved Turnip Filling 4.5/5

Usually steamed rice rolls are stuffed with shrimps or BBQ pork but here it is stuffed with preserved turnip. The Steamed Rice Rolls with Preserved Turnip Filling ($5.20) which is inspired from the local snack chwee kueh, turns out pretty good. The sweetness of the preserved turnip wrapped with the silky smooth rice rolls, made freshly upon order is best eaten by drenching it with the special soy sauce made from the first draw soy sauce.

Handmade Meatball Congee 4/5

Not to be missed at Canton Paradise is their congee which is cooked to velvety smooth, using a mix of Japanese pearl and Thailand jasmine rice. From the array of Hong Kong style congees, we had the Handmade Meatball Congee ($9.80). The meatball consists of a mixture of pork meat, pork fats and bits of prawn meat for a nice bouncy texture.

Dried Sakura Shrimps with Scallion Oil Tofu 4.5/5

Unlike other tofu, the Dried Sakura Shrimps with Scallion Oil Tofu ($13.80) is made using mineral water which leads to an extremely smooth texture. Topped with dried sakura shrimps for a delectable contrast in texture.

BBQ Pork Belly with Honey Sauce 4/5

The BBQ Pork Belly with Honey Sauce ($22.80) is kind of unique here. It tasted like a cross between char siew and Dong Po Rou. A sweet caramelized exterior encompassed the moist and tender meat with a thin layer of gelatine for an additional bite.

Steamed Kampong Chicken in Canton Style 4/5

A simple but yet delectable dish on the menu is the Steamed Kampong Chicken in Canton Style ($13.80). It is done in Shunde style, marinated with simple condiments that accentuate the flavours of the poultry.

Dried Shrimps Noodles Dry 4.2/5

A must try at Canton Paradise is their noodle dishes. The noodle is specially imported weekly from Hong Kong. We had the Dried Shrimps Noodle Dry ($8.80) which is dusted with the the dried shrimp roe, giving it a pleasing crunch that contrast the springy and eggy flavoured noodle.

Durian Pudding 3/5

Capping of the meal is the Durian Pudding ($5.60) which has a smooth and creamy texture. I would prefer the flavour to be more piquant though.

Canton Paradise is current having a Yum Cha promotion where diners can enjoy 50% discount on dim sum, congee and noodles (exclude noodles with with roast items) when they dine in at any 6 Canton Paradise outlets on weekdays (exclude eve of/and public holiday), 3pm to 5pm. Terms and Conditions applied. Please refer to Canton Paradise for more details.

Note: This is an invited tasting.


Canton Paradise
The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands
2 Bayfront Avenue
#01-02
Singapore 018972
Tel: +65 66887052
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Nearest MRT: Bayfront (CC Line, DT Line)

Opening Hours:
Mon-Thu: 1030am - 1030pm
Fri-Sun, Eve of PH & PH: 1030am - 11pm

Direction: 
1) Alight at Bayfront MRT station. Take Exit D. Walk towards bay front at Level 1. Facing the bay front, turn right and walk to the end. Walk to destination. Journey time about 5 minutes. [Map]