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Tuesday, January 11, 2022

Crystal Jade CNY 2022 - Spring Into a Roaring Lunar New Year

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Homegrown Chinese restaurant group Crystal Jade has put together a variety of set menus and new exquisite dishes for this Chinese New Year. It caters to all reunions - big and small, from convivial family gatherings to cosy intimate affairs.

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Opulence 3-head Abalone Yusheng

The new Opulence 3-head Abalone Yusheng ($128/ $198) is a vibrant and healthy version this year. The colourful plate consists of coins of red dragonfruit, dried yuzu peel, Japanese pickled sweet ginger, homemade pickled cucumbers, deep-fried yam strips, chickpeas, carrot, white radish and green radish. Hsin Chu beehoon is added for crunch. It is further crowned with edible gold leaves, fresh flowers, lightly torched abalone slices from Australia, jellyfish and ikura, finally, tossed in uplifting roselle and yuzu-based dressing.

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Double-boiled Kampong Chicken Soup

The Double-boiled Kampong Chicken Soup with American Sea Whelk and Tiger Palm Mushroom is nourishing and comforting. The team has specially brought in the tiger palm mushroom to usher in the year of the Tiger.

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Pan-fried Sea Cucumber

The Pan-fried Sea Cucumber, a surf-and-turf option on the menu, is stuffed with Kurobuta Pork, Black Moss, Chinese Iron Yam and Scallion. I like the idea of the stuffing giving the firm and bouncy sea cucumber the additional textural dimension.

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Steamed Chilean Cod Fish with Red and Green Chilli in Puning Sauce

One of my favourite dishes is the Steamed Chilean Cod Fish with Red and Green Chilli in Puning Sauce. The sauce is deliciously special, together with the pickled red and green chillis, complemented the buttery cod fish excellently.

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Steamed Salted Chicken with Ginger and Scallion Sauce

Another beautiful dish is the Steamed Salted Chicken with Ginger and Scallion Sauce. Nothing fancy but simple cooking of using salt, ginger and scallion to bring out the flavour of the tender chicken.

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Crisp-fried Brussel Sprouts accompanied with Fresh Silken Beancurd Skin

This year, Chef Martin has added new excitement for the vegetarians to celebrate CNY. Vegetarians can look forward to something different such as Crisp-fried Brussel Sprouts accompanied with Fresh Silken Beancurd Skin. It is a textural enjoyment of crispiness and silkiness, all in one.

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Crispy Pandan Glutinous Rice Cake 'Nian Gao'

An interesting way of enjoying the Nian Gao is the Crispy Pandan Glutinous Rice Cake 'Nian Gao'. Infused with the aromatic pandan flavour, it is soft on the inside and crispy on the outside.

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Yuzu Mandarin Orange Jelly

A delightful dessert is the Yuzu Mandarin Orange Jelly studded with yuzu peel and mandarin orange segments for a light and fruity sweet finishing.

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Deep-fried Pumpkin Ball with Lava Salted Egg Yolk

Served as a warm dessert, the Deep-fried Pumpkin Ball with Lava Salted Egg Yolk has a soft exterior, filled with oozing savoury-sweet lava salted egg yolk.

Chinese New Year dining at Crystal Jade restaurants will commence from 17 Jan 2022 (select outlets will be closed on 1 Feb 2022 – CNY Day 1) and set menus for up to five persons (same household) are available. Reservations can be made online via https://inline.app/booking/cj from 6 Dec 2021. In addition, Festive takeaway goodies can be pre-ordered online at estore.crystaljade.com and outlets from 6 Dec 2021 to 15 Feb 2022, and picked up from outlets island-wide from 10 Jan 2022.

Tuesday, September 21, 2021

Tien Court Restaurant @ Copthorne King's Hotel - New Chef New Menu With Weekly Dish Promotion Up To 50% Off

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Probably not known to many, Tien Court Restaurant is located within Copthorne King's Hotel on Havelock Road. Recently, Master Chef Lui Wing Keung joined the restaurant and embraced a grand menu revamp. On top of that, the restaurant is championing sustainability to repurpose imperfect foods that would otherwise be discarded.

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Deep Fried Glutinous Rice with Minced Chicken 4.2/5

The Deep Fried Glutinous Rice with Minced Chicken is delicately crafted in the shape of an adorable chick, playfully nestled in a bed of hay and crackered eggshells. It is too cute to be eaten. The first bite is crispy, followed by the chewy texture and the mouth-watering filling of savoury minced chicken.

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Teochew Steamed Crystal Dumpling 4/5

Tien Court Restaurant has a delectable spread of dim sum items on the menu. A crowd favourite is the Teochew Steamed Crystal Dumpling with Dried Shrimp, Preserved Radish and Jicama. While I enjoyed the thin and translucent dumpling skin's chewy texture, the stuffing was too coarsely cut to complement it.

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Frozen Marinated Cherry Tomato with Plum & Homemade Beancurd Roll 4.2/5

The Homemade Beancurd Roll is an off-menu special. Besides the soft interior, it has savouriness and crunchiness due to the mixture of tofu, prawn paste, carrot and water chestnuts. On the side is Frozen Marinated Cherry tomato with Plum, giving it a refreshing touch. Noteworthy is the used of ugly vegetable that is deemed unfit for supermarket punnet.

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Double-boiled Fish Maw Nourishing Soup 3.8/5

The Double-boiled Fish Maw Soup is both nourishing and comforting. Diners can find soft tendon, fish maw and dried scallops in the rich and creamy and milky broth. As it uses chicken collagen, the flavour is not as intense as pork collagen. Diners can also add a dash of black vinegar to balance the richness.

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Teochew-Style Oyster Omelette 3.5/5, Deep-Fried Oyster Fritter with Garlic and Chilli Powder 3.8/5

The Teochew-Style Oyster Omelette is topped with Deep-Fried Oyster Fritter with Garlic and Chilli Powder. It is a two in one dish. First is the plump and juicy oyster fritters on top, with a crispy and fluffy omelette on the bottom. It is best enjoyed with the piquant homemade chilli sauce.

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Signature Braised White Teat Sea Cucumber 4/5

The Signature Braised White Teat Sea Cucumber is soft and bouncy on the inside and crispy on the outside. The complementing moreish abalone sauce raises the taste profile, which deep-frying provides extra textural enjoyment.

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Stir-Fried Pork Shoulder with Chef's Special Sauce 4.2/5

The Stir-Fried Pork Shoulder with Chef's Special Sauce has a delightful bite for its leaner cut. Marinated in honey and black vinegar, it gives the pork a lovely sweet-sour profile. Frankly, I didn't have the addition of Japanese matcha powder served any possible. 

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Signature Teochew Wok-Fried Hor Fun with Diced Kailan and Preserved Radish 3.8/5

The staple Teochew dish, the Signature Teochew Wok-Fried Hor Fun with Diced Kailan and Preserved Radish, is given an elevated touch with the addition of crispy Sakura prawns for added pops of umami.

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Homemade Tau Suan 4.2/5, Signature Teochew Crispy Noodle 4/5

Wrapping up our dinner at Tien Court, we had the Signature Teochew Crispy Noodle paired with a refreshing strawberry vinegar sauce that sits light on the palate. However, my favourite is the Homemade Tau Suan with freshly grated orange peel, gingko and fried dough fritter with a sweet, citrusy fragrance.

Do look out for Tien Court's weekly promotion. Guests can enjoy Chef Lui's new creations at a special price (up to 50% off) every week from 30 August until 3 October 2021. Terms and conditions apply.

30/08 – 05/09: Deep-fried Glutinous Rice Dumpling with Minced Chicken $4++ (U.P.$7++)
06/09 – 12/09: Signature Braised White Teat Sea Cucumber in Oyster Sauce $18++ (U.P.$28++)
13/09 – 19/09: Homemade Beancurd Roll with Frozen Marinated Cherry Tomato with Plum $16++ (U.P.$24++)
20/09 – 26/09: Signature Teochew Wok-fried Hor Fun with Diced Kailan and Preserved Radish $10++ (U.P.$16++)
27/09 – 03/10: Stir-fried Pork Shoulder with Chef's Special Sauce and Matcha $12++ (U.P.$24++)

Note: This is an invited tasting.


Tien Court Restaurant
Copthorne King's Hotel
403 Havelock Road
Level 2
Singapore 169631
Tel: +65 63183193/ 63183198
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Nearest MRT: Chinatown (DT Line, NE Line), Fort Canning (DT Line), Tiong Bahru (EW Line)

Opening Hours:
Mon, Wed-Sun: 12pm - 230pm, 6pm - 10pm
(Closed on Tue)

Direction:
1) Alight at Chinatown MRT station. Take Exit C. Walk to bus stop opposite Subordinate Court (Stop ID 06171). Take bus number 51 or 186. Alight 2 stops later. Walk to destination. Journey time about 10 minutes. [Map]

2) Alight at Fort Canning MRT station. Take Exit A. Walk to bus stop opposite Shell House (Stop ID 04329). Take bus number 64 or 123. Alight 2 stops later. Walk to destination. Journey time about 10 minutes. [Map]

3) Alight at Tiong Bahru MRT station. Take Exit B. Walk to bus stop at Tiong Bahru MRT station (Stop ID 10169). Take bus number 123. Alight 5 stops later. Cross the road. Walk to destination. Journey time about 15 minutes. [Map]

Saturday, January 23, 2021

Park Hotel Clarke Quay Celebrates The Year Of The Ox With A Selection of Bountiful Feasts

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Park Royal Clarke Quay ushers in the Year of the Ox with a selection of bountiful feasts curated by the hotel's Banquet Chef James Wong, a veteran culinary specialist with four decades of experience in Asian and Cantonese cuisines. The four set menus ranging from six to eight courses ($388 to $768) will be available for dine-in or takeaway via self-collection or delivery from 29 January to 26 February 2021.

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Prosperity Tuna Yu Sheng Platter 3.8/5

A staple for every Chinese New Year is the Lo Hei. This year Park Hotel Clarke Quay features the refreshing Prosperity Tuna Yu Sheng Platter. Instead of raw fish, it is substitute with tataki style tuna slices paired with a medley of white and green radish and carrot, purple cabbage, pickled vegetables, torch ginger flower, chiffonade of kaffir lime leaves.

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Superior Braised Fish Maw with Crabmeat and Homemade Stuffed Crab Claw 4/5

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I am quite familiar with the Superior Braised Fish Maw with Crabmeat and Homemade Stuffed Crab Claw. It is one of the chef's signature dish which I have tried before though he changes the accompanying ingredients. This year he replaces the shark fin with braised fish maw and crabmeat accompanied with plump crab claws made with prawn paste and crabmeat.

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Steamed Red Garoupa with Yellow Bean Paste 4.2/5

Steamed to perfection is the Steamed Red Garoupa with Yellow Bean Paste. The yellow bean paste enlivens the celebrative dish a new change from the usual Cantonese or Teochew style.

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Fragrant Crispy Duck 4/5

The Fragrant Crispy Duck is inspired by the Cantonese 'Heung Song' duck. Chef James first marinated the duck with spices such as cinnamon stick, star anise, Sichuan peppercorn, ginger juice, and hua diao wine, then steamed till soft and tender. For the finishing touch, the duck is coated in a batter and deep-fried. The crispy and tender duck is complemented with sides of tangy achar and duck jus.

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Braised Sea Cucumber, Fish Maw, Baby Abalone with Broccoli 4.2/5

Somewhat like a mini Pen Cai is the Braised Sea Cucumber, Fish Maw, Baby Abalone with Broccoli. Though these are individual delicacies, the delicious sauce binds them together excellently.

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Salted Egg Yolk Golden Tiger Prawn 4.5/5

The Salted Egg Yolk Golden Tiger Prawn are tossed in a coat of auspicious golden sauce of salted egg yolk with butter, garlic, and curry leaves. It is so delicious that I ate it together with the deep-fried crispy shell.

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Steamed Fragrance Rice in Lotus Leaf with Duck Meat and Chinese Sausage 3.5/5

I understand the chef wants to give diners a healthier choice; hence he chooses to steam the rice instead of stir-frying it. However, I find the Steamed Fragrance Rice in Lotus Leaf with Duck Meat and Chinese Sausage lacked the stir-fried aroma. I guess I still prefer it being stir-fried.

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Crispy Durian 4/5

Last but not least, we end our dinner with Crispy Durian. Encased in the crispy batter is the pungent durian which comes in lava form. It is as if I am having a molten chocolate cake.

- Early Bird treat (book before 29 January): Every reservation will enjoy a discount of 15% off the Chinese New Year set menus.
- Bookings on 29 January and after: Every reservation will enjoy a discount of 10% off the Chinese New Year set menus.

Note: This is an invited tasting.


Park Hotel Clarke Quay
1 Unity Street
Singapore 237983
Tel: +65 65938888
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Nearest MRT: Clarke Quay (NE Line), Fort Canning (DT Line)

Opening Hours:
Daily: 11am - 1030pm

Direction:
1) Alight At Fort Canning MRT station. Take Exit A. Turn left and walk to junction of River Valley Road and Clemenceau Ave. Cross the road and turn left onto Clemenceau Ave. Walk down Clemenceau Ave. Turn right onto Unity Street. Walk to destination. Journey time about 5 minutes. [Map]

1) Alight at Clarke Quay MRT station. Take Exit E. Walk to bus stop at Clark Quay Station (Stop ID 04222). Take bus number 54. Alight 3 stops later. Walk to the end UE Square Shopping Mall. Journey time about 8 minutes. [Map]

Monday, January 4, 2021

Usher In A Memorable Lunar New Year With Crystal Jade Restaurants

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This upcoming Chinese New Year, Crystal Jade Group of Restaurants have put together an extensive festive line-up of dishes to suit all reunions - from convivial family gatherings to cosy, intimate affairs. A notable addition this year is a special takeaway set menu for five packed in a beautiful customised gift box made for gifting or personal enjoyment on top of the new exquisite dine-in dishes.

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Season of Wealth Golden Scallop Yusheng 4.5/5

For this Lunar New Year, Group Executive Chef Foo has conjured a wholesome and healthful Season of Wealth Golden Scallop Yuseng ($108/$168) available at all Crystal Jade all fine-tuning restaurants. The refreshing yusheng with ikura and sweet scallop slices are boasted by crispy and crunchy from the abundance of fresh vegetables, fruits, housemade pickled vegetables, crispy rice, walnuts, deep-fried yam strips and Hsin Chu bee hoon. It is finished with an olive oil-based dressing with flower blossom syrup and plum sauce.

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Crispy Charcoal Grilled Superior Sea Cucumber with Oyster Sauce 4.5/5

From Crystal Jade Palace, we had the Crispy Charcoal Grilled Superior Sea Cucumber with Oyster Sauce ($28). The delicacy is first braised then grilled briefly over binchotan imparting an alluring smoky accent

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Braised Vermicelli with Scallop with Egg White Topped with Crispy Conpoy 4.2/5

The Braised Vermicelli with Scallop with Egg White Topped with Crispy Conpoy ($36 per portion) from Crystal Jade Palace may look assuming but permeated with flavourful rich seafood stock, fresh scallops and fried conpoy. I would recommend adding some vinegar to accentuate the full enjoyment.

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Chilled Double-boiled Snow Pear with Snow Lotus, Osmanthus and Honey Lemon 4.2/5

Dessert wise, the Chilled Double-boiled Snow Pear with Snow Lotus, Osmanthus and Honey Lemon ($13.80 per pax) is light and refreshing and yet elegantly presented. 

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Molten Taro Moo-moo Bun 4.8/5

A special dessert at Crystal Jade Palace is the Molten Taro Moo-moo Bun ($3.80 per bun. minimum 3pc). Encased inside the cow-shaped fluffy bun is fragrant orh nee, lightly pan-fried in the bottom for that extra crispy finish. The bun is further enlivens with the addition of sesame.

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Braised Pumpkin Thick Soup with Steamed Egg White, Prawn and Crab Meat 4.5/5

Flavourful and vibrant is the bowl of comforting Braised Pumpkin Thick Soup with Steamed Egg White, Prawn and Crab Meat ($22 per pax) from Crystal Jade Dining IN. A layer of silky steamed egg white covered the thick soup rendered from robust chicken stock and blended pumpkin.

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Roasted Irish Duck with Crispy Rice in Chef's Special Sauce

Available at Crystal Jade Golden Palace, Dining IN and Pavilion is the Roasted Irish Duck with Crispy Rice in Chef's Special Sauce ($52/$90). It is an interesting and unique way of appreciating the roasted duck. I like how the succulent duck, eaten together with the lettuce gives it a refreshing finishing.

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Braised Fish Tofu with Shiitake Mushroom and Black Moss in Oyster Sauce 4.5/5

A dish that I adore is the Braised Fish Tofu with Shiitake Mushroom and Black Moss in Oyster Sauce ($26.80 regular) available at Crystal Jade Jiang Nan, Kitchen and La Mian Xiao Long Bao. The soft, bouncy fish tofu has such a delightful bite that it felt like palate has been caress by a soft pillow.

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Fried Conpoy & Taro Glutinous Rice Wrapped in Lotus Leaf 4.2/5

New for the festive takeaway selection is the Fried Conpoy & Taro Glutinous Rice Wrapped in Lotus Leaf ($26). Chef Foo's rendition of this popular festive staple, studded with tender chicken pieces, conpoy, and fluffy cubes of taro, adds texture and flavour.

Chinese New Year dining at Crystal Jade restaurants will commence from 25 Jan 2021 (select outlets will be closed on 12 Feb 2021 – CNY Day 1) and set menus for up to five persons are available. Reservations can be made online via https://inline.app/booking/cj from 1 Dec 2020.

Festive takeaway goodies can be pre-ordered online at estore.crystaljade.com and outlets from 7 Dec 2020 to 28 Feb 2021, and available for collection at outlets from 25 Jan 2021.

Sunday, October 11, 2020

Tang Lung (唐龍) @ Robertson Quay - Discover The Best Of Chinese Cuisine From Various Regions

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Located at The Pier at Robertson is a new Chinese Restaurant, Tang Lung (唐龍) that offers Chinese Cuisine from various regions with a modern twist. It is an exciting dining option for the area as there isn't really any Chinese cuisine selection at Robertson Quay. Its opening complements their sister restaurant Le Fusion a few doors away.

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Truffle Mushroom Crystal Dumpling 4/5

For dim sum lovers, you will be delighted to know that Tang Lung is offering All-You-Can-Eat Dim Sum Buffet every Sundays from 3 to 5pm, priced at $26.80 per adult and $16.80 per child aged 6 to 12 years old.  For the month of October, one diner gets to dine free for every two paying adults for the Free Flow Dim Sum Buffet.  Each diner is entitled to a bowl of freshly made to order Chinese la mian noodles and can order unlimited dim sum. 

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Pork Siew Mai with Salted Egg Yolk 4/5

Customers can look forward to dim sum creations such as Truffle Mushroom Crystal Dumpling ($8.90 for 4pc), Pork Siew Mai with Salted Egg Yolk ($7.90 for 4pc), and Pineapple Char Siew Tart ($6.90 for 3pc).

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Pineapple Char Siew Tart 3.5/5

Truffle is added to the mushroom crystal dumpling for an elevated earthy aroma on top of its textural enjoyment. A surprise burst of salted egg yolk is nestled within the pork siew mai. A re-interpretation of the polo baos into a pineapple char siew tart. All these creations, give the same old dim sum staples, a new lease form of enjoyment.

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Deep-Fried Soon Hock in Superior Soya Sauce 4/5

Besides the creative dim sums, you can also find classic dishes such as the Deep Fried Soon Hock in Superior Soya Sauce. Deep-fried to crackling crispiness, while preserving the freshness of the meat within, rounded off with Tang Lung's special superior soya sauce.

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Steamed Flower Crab in Shaoxing Wine 4.5/5

A star dish at Tang Lung is the Steamed Flower Crab in Shaoxing Wine. Two flower crabs lie on a bed of vermicelli noodles, soaking up the delicious sauce. The sweetness of the flower crab is further enhanced with the addition of fermented rice, spiced Shaoxing wine and chicken oil.

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Steamed Glutinous Rice with Crab Roe 4.5/5

Be prepared to wait for at least half an hour for the Steamed Glutinous Rice with Crab Roe. You will not regret it. The glutinous rice is mixed with shiitake mushrooms, shredded dried scallops, and yellow crab roe, steamed together with the crabs inside a cheesecloth, imparting an umami taste to the rice.

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To celebrate the restaurant's opening, customers get to enjoy the Steamed Glutinous Rice with Crab Roe at 50% off.  Priced at $78.90, this means you get to enjoy it at only $39.90. Promotion is available for dine-in only and while stocks last. Do order in advance to avoid disappointment, as there is a limited quantity of crabs availability daily.

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Braised Sea Cucumber with Mushroom in Chinese Herbs

A highlight at Tang Lung is the nourishing Braised Sea Cucumber with Mushroom in Chinese Herbs ($68). It is cooked with ingredients that have medicinal properties such as Chinese angelica root, black sea cucumber and Chinese yam root. The best part is actually the tasty broth that is the essence of the pot of treasure. It is best to drench the broth onto a bowl of steamed rice and have it together with the rest of the dishes.

Note: This is an invited tasting.


Tang Lung
The Pier at Robertson Quay
80 Mohamed Sultan Road
#01-12
Singapore 239013
Tel: +65 62629966
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Nearest MRT: Fort Canning (DT Line)

Opening Hours:
Daily: 12pm - 3pm, 6pm - 10pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Fort Canning MRT station. Take Exit A. Walk to traffic junction of Clemenceau Ave and River Valley. Cross the road. Turn left and walk down Clemenceau Ave. Turn right onto Unity Street. Then left onto Merbau Road. Walk to destination. Journey time about 8 minutes. [Map]

Monday, October 7, 2019

Fragrant Garden (馨香园) @ Upper Serangoon Shopping Centre - A Hidden Gem In A Deserted Shopping Mall

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Upper Serangoon Shopping Centre used to be my hangout during my primary and secondary school days. This is where I got my computer games in floppy disc and computer repaired. Back then, it was the only shopping mall in the Hougang and Serangoon areas. There were no Nex, Kovan Heartland Mall, Hougang Mall and City Square Mall. The mall remains stuck in time, in its early 80s, rundown and deserted, except for Fragrant Garden (馨香园) on level one that still attracts a regular crowd for its Teochew dishes.

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Combo Roll 4/5

Together with a few foodie friends, we dropped by Fragrant Garden on a weekday evening to have dinner. The whole place still looks the same during my secondary school's day. The entire mall is deserted except for the dinner crowd at Fragrant Garden. We started with the Combo Roll ($12/$20) which consists of prawn roll and liver roll. My attention is drawn to the liver roll, which is hardly available in the restaurants' menu nowadays. The offal gives it a creamy interior encased in a crispy exterior wrapped with beancurd skin.

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Oyster Omelette Teochew Style 4.2/5

I have tried the oyster omelette from Chui Huay Lim Teochew Restaurant and its the gooey version. Over at Fragrant Garden, the Oyster Omelette Teochew Style ($14/$20) is very close to our local hawker version. It is fried to crispy on the exterior, retaining a slight gooeyness inside with plump and juicy oysters.

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Steamed Pomfret in Teochew Style 4.5/5

Steamed Pomfret in Teochew Style (Seasonal Price) is a staple Teochew dish which does not come cheap. A size like this would probably cost around $95. You would perhaps like to confirm the price right at the beginning just to avoid any unhappiness during payment. Steamed to perfection, the pomfret was moist and complemented by the sourish gravy.

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Braised Duck in Teochew Style 4.2/5

Another dish I enjoyed a lot in the Braised Duck in Teochew Style ($15/$20). I like the layer of fat under the skin, giving it a delightful ratio to the tender meat. Hidden underneath the pile of sliced braised duck, is a bed of silky Pu Ning Tofu.

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Fragrant's Stuffed Sea Cucumber 4/5

If you are a fan of sea cucumber, you will appreciate the Fragrant's Stuffed Sea Cucumber ($60 onwards). The sea cucumber is well braised to a soft and bouncy texture. The stuffed meat mixture elevates the main ingredient, giving it a multi-textural enjoyment. Pre-order is required for this dish.

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Braised Vegetable with Scallop in Teochew Style 4.5/5

For the vegetable dish, we went for the Braised Vegetable with Scallop in Teochew Style ($12). I am a sucker for cabbage, especially when it is braised under "nua nua" (very soft), absorbing the flavoursome broth.

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Fried Kway Tiao with Chai Poh 4/5

Another staple Teochew dish is the Fried Kway Tiao with Chai Poh ($5/$8/$12). Another well-executed dish packed with smokiness. I only wish there are more dice vegetables for that crunchy bite in each mouthful of the fragrant noodle.

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Yam Paste 4/5

Of course, how can we not end our dinner with the traditional Yam Paste ($4/$20/$30)? The version at Fragrant Garden comes with gingko nuts, pumpkin and shallot. Decently good but not the best I have tried.

Fragrant Garden prides itself for offering authentic and cheap Teochew cuisine. It is true to a certain extent as most of the dishes are reasonably priced. However, they are also expensive items such as the sea cucumber, steamed pomfret, cold crab etc. Hence you need to know what to order and not influenced by the pushy service staffs that will try to recommend you the expensive dishes. I have come across reviews about their lousy service but putting that aside, the food here is delicious.


Fragrant Garden (馨香园)
Upper Serangoon Shopping Centre
756 Upper Serangoon Road
#01-15/16
Singapore 534626
Tel: +65 62897301
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Nearest MRT: Serangoon (CC Line, NE Line), Kovan (NE Line)

Opening Hours:
Tue-Sun: 1130am - 230pm, 530pm - 10pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Serangoon MRT station. Take Exit H. Walk to bus stop at Serangoon Bus Interchange (Stop ID 66009). Take bus number 101, 107, 136 or 153. Alight 2 stops later. Cross the road. Walk to destination. Journey time about 8 minutes. [Map]

2) Alight at Serangoon MRT station. Take Exit E. Walk to bus stop at Serangoon MRT station (Stop ID 66351). Take bus number 81 or 82. Alight 3 stops later. Cross the road. Walk to destination. Journey time about 10 minutes. [Map]

3) Alight at Kovan MRT station. Take Exit C. Walk to bus stop at Kovan MRT station (Stop ID 63039). Take bus number 80, 81, 82, 101, 107, 136 or 153. Alight 2 stops later. Walk to destination. Journey time about 8 minutes. [Map]