Roastmania @ Aljunied Ave 2 - The Roasted Chicken's Skin Is Crispy

I have been to Aljunied almost every weekends and sometime I will settle lunch at the nearby Geylang East Centre Food Centre. One of the stalls I tried is Roastmania Authentic Traditional Roast Delights & Chicken Rice. I understand it has recently moved and re-located down the road. It is now at Shiyun Food Junction, opposite McDonald's.

Roasted Chicken 4.2/5

I ordered both the Roasted Chicken and Sio Bak to try. The platter even comes with some sliced cucumber and salted vegetables. The special thing I like about the roasted chicken is the crispy skin. You can see from the picture, a layer of crispiness sits on top of the tender chicken.

Sio Bak 3.5/5

The Sio Bak has a delightful biscuit-like skin with juicy and fatty meat. While the skin is crispy, I thought the meat is not roasted enough and it is a bit too fat.

Overall the stall sells pretty good roasted meat, this probably can be justified by the constant long queues at the stall. My review only based on the roasted chicken and sio bak which I tried. I probably need another re-visit to check out the other roasted items on the menu.


Roastmania
Blk 119 Aljunied Ave 2
#01-06
Singapore 380119
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Nearest MRT: Aljunied (EW Line), Paya Lebar (CC Line, EW Line)

Opening Hours:
Daily: 9am - 6pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Aljunied MRT station. Take Exit B. Turn left and walk towards Aljunied Road. Take the overhead bridge. Cross the road and walk to bus stop opposite Aljunied MRT station (Stop ID 81081). Take bus number 80. Alight 2 stops later. Walk to destination. Journey time about 10 minutes. [Map]

 2) Alight at Aljunied MRT station. Take Exit B. Turn right and walk to Geylang East Ave 1. On Geylang East Ave 1, turn left and continue to the end of the road. Cross the road and continue on Aljunied Crescent. Walk down Aljunied Crescent and turn right onto Aljunied Ave 2. Walk to destination. Journey time about 15 minutes. [Map]

3) Alight at Paya Lebar MRT station. Take Exit C. Walk to bus stop at Paya Lebar MRT station (Stop ID 81119). Take bus number 134 or 155. Alight 2 stops later. Cross the road. Walk to destination. Journey time about 10 minutes. [Map]

VLV Singapore @ Clarke Quay - Multi-concept Dining And Entertainment Destination

VLV Singapore at Clarke Quay is a multi-concept dining and entertainment destination. Housed in a heritage building along the Singapore riverfront, the premises consists of a Chinese restaurant, a plush ultra-lounge, an alfresco courtyard bar with live music and a riverside dining enclave serving fresh seafood.

Crab Roe Kurobuta Siew Mai 4.2/5

I dropped by the Chinese restaurant on a Saturday afternoon with my friends and we ordered a couple of their signature dishes from the dim sum and ala carte menu. Starting from the dim sum menu, we had the Crab Roe Korobuta Siew Mai ($5.80 for 4pc). The siew mai was really plump, stuffed with the tender kurobuta pork, and crowned with crunchy fresh prawn and crab roe.

Crispy Seafood Rice Roll 4.2/5

The Crispy Seafood Rice Roll ($8.80) is an unique take from the usual cheong fun. It has a delightful textural combination, starting from the smooth rice roll, crispy batter and succulent shrimp.

Dim Sum Symphony 4.2/5

If you can't decide what to order, the easiest is to go for the Dim Sum Symphony ($28). The sight of the colourful parcels in the steam basket will whet one's appetite with its variety. It consists of dim sum items such as golden flakes lobster, truffle siew mai, fish celery and veggie dumpling, served with XO sauce.

Crackling Pork Belly 4/5

Moving to the ala carte menu, we started with some Crackling Pork Belly ($18). Indeed the skin has a refine crispiness to it. However the sight that my pork belly is halved, instead of serving me the whole chunky piece has cast a shadow over the delicious piece of meat.

VLV Peking Duck 3.8/5

For our mains, we tried the VLV Peking Duck ($55 half/ $110 Whole). We ordered half the duck which comes with Japanese cucumber, baby leek, lettuce, avocado, beancurd skin and truffle foie gras paste. This is my first to have Peking with truffle foie gras paste, avocado and beancurd skin. I actually like the foie gras paste compare to the usual sweet sauce. The crispy beancurd skin also give a boast in texture.

Spicy Duck Cone 3.5/5

For the remaining of the duck meat, diner has the choice of either cooking it in salt and pepper with housemade kimchi or served in a Spicy Duck Cone (half 6 cones/ whole 12 cones). I had the spicy duck cone which is kind of cute. Stuffed with minced duck meat in a mild spicy sauce, I didn't quite manage to wow me in terms of taste.

Chrysanthemum Tofu Soup 4/5

With all the rich flavoured dishes, it is good to wash them down with the Chrysanthemum Tofu Soup ($14/pax). The beautiful tofu is craved into a chrysanthemum, demonstrating the knife skill of the chef. You can also find matsutake and bamboo fungus in the bowl of clear seafood consomme, giving it a subtle earthy finishing.

Sizzling Romaine Lettuce 4/5

We have mixed opinion of the Sizzling Romaine Lettuce ($20) which is cooked in dried shrimp and prawn paste. While some find the taste rather complex or over powering, I like the unique combination of the crunchy greens and prawn paste, which is rather bold in my opinion.

VLV Singapore
3A River Valley Road
#01-02
Singapore 179020
Tel: +65 66610197
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Website
Nearest MRT: Fort Canning (DT Line), Clarke Quay (NE Line)

Opening Hours:
Tue-Thu: 12pm - 2am
Fri: 12pm - 3am
Sat: 1130am - 3am
Sun: 113am - 12midnight

Direction: 
1) Alight at Fort Canning MRT Station. Take Exit A. Turn right and down River Valley Road. Turn right onto Tan Tye Place. Walk to the end of the road. Turn left onto Clark Quay. Walk to destination. Journey time bout 5 minutes. [Map]

2) Alight at Clarke Quay MRT station. Take Exit C or G. Walk to the river front. Turn left and walk down the river. Cross the bridge. Walk to destination. Journey time about 5 minutes.  [Map]

Mei Mei Roast @ Ubi Road - Roast Meats Stall By Kay Lee's Younger Sister

Many of you may know of Kay Lee Roast Meat Joint at Paya Lebar which sold their business to Aztech group for $4 million. Since then it has expanded into may outlets across the island but somehow I find that it has lost its authenticity, not to mention the stingy portion of roast meat that comes with a higher price tag now.

I got to know about Mei Mei Roast at Ubi Road 1 when I came across a posting by my fellow foodie kaki, Uncle Bob. It got me even more excited to read that the stall is operated by Kay Lee's younger sister. Hence I decided to make my way down to the stall on a Sat to check it out since it is now more accessible with the new Downtown Line 3.

Roasted Duck 4.5/5

I ordered a platter of roasted duck, char siew and sio bak. Among the 3 different roast meats, my favourite is the Roasted Duck. The bird is given a coat of crispiness with a nice hint of charred smokiness. The meat was also tender and juicy. I enjoyed so much that I gone back to packet a whole duck back for my parents.

Char Siew 4/5

The Char Siew was also very enjoyable with the right proportion of lean meat and fats, with the bittersweet charred bits. However I felt the marination was a bit too sweet for my liking.

Sio Bak 4.2/5

To my little surprise, the Sio Bak turned out pretty good too. The succulent pork belly has a enjoyable layers of lean, fats and char. On top of that, it is crowned with a layer of crispy and crackling skin.

Besides the different roasted meats offer at the stall, Mei Mei Roast also offers noodles, kway chap, braised duck and soups. The humble stalls sell quite a lot of items indeed. Thanks to Uncle Bob's posting on facebook, I have discovered a new found love for roasted meat, especially the roasted duck.


Mei Mei Roast
Blk 3014 Ubi Road 1
#01-308
Tel: +65 98208391
Singapore 408702
Nearest MRT: Ubi (DT Line)

Opening Hours:
Daily: 10am - 5pm

Direction: 
1) Alight at Ubi MRT station. Take Exit. Walk down junction of Ubi Ave and Ubi Road 3. Cross the road and walk down Ubi Ave. Walk towards block 3021. Turn right and cut across the industrial estate to block 3014. Walk to destination. Journey time about 8 minutes. [Map]

SG Food on Foot's Monthly Grub Recommendation January 2017

With the successful launch of the Monthly Grub Recommendation last month, the second series for January 2017 will be focused on ushering in the Year of The Rooster, recommending various dining options and takeaways. With the Lunar New Year just around the corner, this will serve as a useful guide for reunion dinner, company lunch/dunner and gift ideas for business associates.

Besides the Lunar New Year special edition, this month's recommendation will cover 2 new restaurants and 2 hawker stalls that have relocated.

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Lunar New Year Special Edition

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Li Bai Cantonese Restaurant
Sheraton Towers Singapore
39 Scotts Road
Singapore 228230

Usher in the Year of Rooster with a fine selection of eight lavish dine-in menus at Li Bai Cantonese Restaurant at Sheraton Towers Singapore, specially curated for families and corporate lunch/dinner. The set menus can cater for various group sizes, be it intimate dinner for 2 or up to a group of 10 persons. The menus will showcase a variety of fine festive classics such as Steamed Live Red Garoupa with Yunnan Ham, Deep-fried Chicken stuffed with Prawn Paste and served with Mango and Ee-fu Noodles with Crabmeat and Crab Roe Soup.

For a grand celebration in the comfort of your home, revel in the exquisite festive delicacies from the kitchen of award-winning Li Bai Cantonese Restaurant. Find out more of Li Bai Auspicious Takeaway offerings here.

For reservations, please call (65) 6839 5623 or email libai@sheratonsingapore.com

Recommend Item: Alaskan Crab Loh Hei Platter, Double Boiled Bird's Nest Soup, Green Tea Nian Gao, Yam Cake with Pumpkin.

Man Fu Yuan
InterContinental Singapore
Level 2
80 Middle Road
Singapore 188966

Usher in the Year of the Rooster with a luxurious selection of Lunar New Year delights and prosperity set menus at Man Fu Yuan from 2 January till 11 February 2017. From uniquely crafted Yusheng creations to indulgent pots of Chinese delicacies catered for both families and friends, expect a celebration that is primed for a most auspicious start to the New Year. Upholding the tradition of masterfully created dishes at Man Fu Yuan, Executive Chinese Chef Kwan Yiu Kan and his team have put together a bevy of specialty dishes steeped in auspiciousness. With a selection of 8 different set menus, diners can be assured of a suitable option, whether for an intimate lunch for two persons, or an extravagant gathering for up to 10 or more persons.

For reservations and enquiries, please contact Man Fu Yuan at 6825 1007, email sinhb-festive@ihg.com. or visit singapore.intercontinental.com/manfuyuan.

Recommend Item: Black Truffle Yu Sheng with Deep Sea Red Crab, Silver Bait Fish and Fresh Fruit , Man Fu Yuan Supreme Treasure Pot, Barbecued Whole Suckling Pig with Glutinous Rice

Min Jiang
Goodwood Park Hotel
22 Scotts Road
Singapore 228221

There is even more reason to celebrate this significant season of joy and abundance with Goodwood Park Hotel's new selection of Lunar New Year Goodies, Yu Sheng platters, and savoury Prosperity specials.

Symbolising forutne, the pineapple is the focus of this year's takeaway goodies, namely the Auspicious Golden Pineapple and The Huat! Tart p bot beautifully crafted and ideal as gifts. Adding to the festivities are two new unique u Sheng platters - Prosperity Amberjack Lo Hei and Fruity Lo Hei with Rosemary Plum Sauce, as well as new and indulgent savoury delights - Braised Pork Belly with Sea Treasures in Claypot and Braised Whole Chicken with Sea Treasure in Claypot.

For reservations and takeway at,
Min Jiang Goodwood Park - call (65) 6740 1704 or email min_jiang@goodwoodparkhotel.com.
Min Jiang One-North - call (65) 6774 0122 or email mj1n@goodwoodparkhotel.com
The Deli - call (65) 6730 1786 or email deli@goodwoodparkhotel.com
Alternatively, guests may also visit http://festivepromotions,goodwoodparkhotel.com for online takeaway orders.

Recommend Item:  Prosperity Amberjack Lo Hei, Spicy Salted Egg Yolk Lotus Root Chips, Braised Pork Belly with Sea Treasures in Claypot, Durian Nian Gao.

Peony Jade
Keppel Club
Level M
10 Bukit Chermin Road
Singapore 109918

Peony Jade at Keppel Club is ushering in the Lunar New Year with its 'Crow of The Crown' celebration. Tossed to a year of abundance with the Loh Hei - Flowing Prosperity Golden Rush (金雞献财宝, 撈到风生水起大). The Yu Sheng comes with an array of ingredients such as conch, poached blue-swimmer prawns, fresh blue swimmer crab meat and salmon sashimi dressed in Chef's homemade fresh apricot and peach jam sauce. Other Lunar New Year creations includes Australian Premium Whole Abalone Poon Choi, Baked Norwegian Salmon and Cod Fish Dace with Chestnuts and Black Truffles, Sautéed Boston Lobster Meat with Blue-Swimmer Crabmeat in Avocado Wrap, Pure Mao Shan Wang Durian Layered Nian Gao

Recommend Item: Flowing Prosperity Golden Rush Yu Sheng, Poon Choi, Pure Mao Shan Wang Durian Layered Nian Gao.

Seasonal Tastes
The Westin Singapore
Level 32
12 Marina View,
Asia Square Tower 2
Singapore 018961

Throughout the Lunar New Year season, Seasonal Tastes at The Westin Singapore has lined up an abundant spread to feast on. The highlights include the ubiquitous Yu Sheng alongside a host of salmon treats – Traditional Smoked Salmon, Thai Smoked Salmon with Coriander Crust, and Beetroot Salmon Crust with Candied Walnuts – or savor the traditional Four Treasure Fortune Pot, Braised Pork Belly, and Drunken Fresh Prawns with XO Brandy, among others. You even get to have Mini Buddha Jump Over The Wall on Lunar New Year's Eve.

At the 'live' station, the chefs will carve and serve up succulent delights such as Oven-roasted Suckling Pig stuffed with Glutinous Rice and Chinese Sausage, Eight-treasure Chicken Wrapped in Lotus Leaf, and Oven-roasted Goose with Chinese Herbal Dang Gui, among other delightful roast meats. Seafood aficionados can also look forward to the freshest selection of lobsters, prawns, scallops, freshly-shucked oysters, along with a range of sashimi choices.

Instead of celebrating at Seasonal Tastes, you can also bring the celebrations home with traditional classics to leave family and friends crowing with delight. You can find out more about the takeaway offerings at http://www.thewestinsingapore.com/en/forms/lunarnewyear2017

For reservations, please call 65.6922.6968 or email seasonaltastes.singapore@westin.com.

Recommend Items: Bountiful Harvest Yu Sheng, Four Treasure Fortune Pot, Mini Buddha Jump Over The Wall

Xin Cuisine
Holiday Inn Atrium
317 Outram Road
Singapore 169075

A must have at every reunion dinner is the Yu Sheng, tossing to a year of prosperity and abundance. At Xin Cuisine, it offers a healthier version using dragon fruit dressing. The Abalone and Salmon Yusheng with Dragon Fruit Dressing comes with shredded yam and purple potato on top of the usual ingredients.

One of my favourite item on every Chinese New Year menu is the Pen Cai or Treasure Pot. The Xin's Traditional Pen Cai has around 12 ingredients. There are abalone, roasted pork, roasted duck, mushroom, prawn, fish maw, oyster, cabbage, Chinese sausage, radish, fat choy, scallop etc. This is also available for takeaway for a luxurious reunion dinner with your family members.

Besides the Lunar New Year menu for reunion dinner, Xin Cuisine has also introduced a number of Chinese New Year items and goodies for takeaway. You can find out more here.

For enquiries and reservations, please call 6731 7173 or email xin.sinhi@ihg.com

Recommended Item: Abalone and Salmon Yusheng with Dragon Fruit Dressing, Xin Traditional Pen Cai, Wok Fried Glutinous Rice.

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New Cafe / Eatery /Restaurant 

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Beauty in The Pot
The Centrepoint
176 Orchard Road
#05-15/16
Singapore 238843

The popular Beauty in The Pot has opened a second outlet at The Centrepoint. The new outlet compared to the flagship restaurant has a larger capacity, can sit up to 250 guests. The new outlet also offers 4 new soup bases as well as more selections of ingredients. Not only that, the operating hours is extended to 6am daily. Now there is another choice for this year's reunion dinner.

Recommend Item: Cooling Coconut Soup Base, Assorted Paste Platter, Fried Beancurd Skin, Red Garoupa.

Nanjing Impressions (南京大牌档)
Plaza Singapura
68 Orchard Road
#04-46/51
Singapore 238839

Stepping into Nanjing Impressions at Plaza Singapura is like walking into a filming studio set in the olden days of China - luminous lanterns hanging from the rafters, lacquered tables and wooden furnishings, servers in traditional Chinese costumes. Also known as the Heavenly Kitchen of China, Nanjing Impressions sets to preserve and expand the culinary heritage of Nanjing. Till date, it has about 40 outlets across China, with Singapore being their first outpost. With Nanjing Impressions, I get to once again enjoy Chinese fine dining style and delicate cuisine at a pretty affordable prices, without having to travel all the way to China. Come here with an open mind and appreciate the dishes prepared with masterful knife works and culinary skills.

Recommend Item: Sesame-scented Beancurd Julienne, Celestial Roast Duck Dumplings, Jinling Signature Salted Duck.

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Relocation

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88 Hong Kong Roast Meat Specialist
Qinan Building
153 Tyrwhitt Road
Singapore 207566

Since I was first introduced to the stall when it was in Tampines, I have been following it as it followed to Johor in Malaysia, and back in Singapore at Bukit Batok and Foch Road. It has recently moved again down the road to Tyrwhitt Road. Known for its famous biscuity sio bak, the stall has also improved on its other roasts, especially the roasted duck and char siew. It even offer noodles to go with their roasts now.

Recommend Item: Sio Bak, Roasted Duck, Char Siew

Uncle Chicken Rice
729 Havelock Road
Singapore 169649

Fans of the famous Sin Kee Chicken Rice at Margaret Drive Food Centre will be delighted that the late owners two sons have inherited his recipe and opened their own stall. Niven, one of his sons has started with Uncle Chicken Rice at Alexandra Food Centre before moving to The Bedok Marketplace. He has relocated once again to Havelock Road. The new location at Havelock Road is an air conditioned sit down eatery hence you will find the price a bit higher.

Recommend Item: Poached Chicken, Chicken Rice, Special Spicy Chilli Sauce

88 Hong Kong Roast Meat Specialist @ Tyrwhitt Road - Legendary Sio Bak Has Re-Located And Up His Game

My favourite sio bak stall has moved again. Since I was first introduced to Martin's roasted meat stall when he was in Tampines, I have been following his movement when he moved to Johor, Malaysia and back in Singapore at Bukit Batok and Foch Road. 88 Hong Kong Roast Meat Specialist has now moved down the road to Qinan Building at Tyrwhitt Road.

Sio Bak 4.8/5

With his new location, a group of us organised a trip down to support his new opening. Of course we have to order his famed Roasted Pork Belly or Sio Bak. The beautiful layers of meat with its biscuity crackling skin is still as good as afar. Only one word to describe it, this is shiok!

Roasted Duck 4.5/5

An item that Martin has been able to improve with time is the Roasted Duck. The glistering skin was has a slight crispiness on top of the fat and juicy duck meat. The group of us all agreed that the roasted duck today was top notch. Looks like Martin has mastered another dish using his Apollo oven.

Char Siew 4.2/5

I still remembered that when I first tried Martin's char siew I did not like it. Over time he has improved on the roasting. Now the char siew has a nice coat of sweetness that is complemented by the bitterness of the exterior charred. Martin has purposely roasted in darker for that balance and aroma.

Soya Sauce Chicken 3.8/5 and Chicken Rice 4.5/5

With the relocation, Martin has also hired a new chef who used to work in a popular chicken rice chain to offer Soya Sauce Chicken and Chicken Rice on the menu. The soya sauce chicken is cooked to an enjoyable texture but I did not like the gooey sauce that is drenched over the chopped chicken. I thought it masked the appreciation of the nature flavours.

By the way, I would highly recommend to ask for the Chicken Rice instead of white rice even if you are having other roasted meat. The new chef cooks a plate of delicious and aromatic chicken rice infused with the essence of chicken, garlic and ginger. Not forgetting the tangy chilli sauce made by the new chef. It goes very well with the rice, chicken and even the sio bak.


88 Hong Kong Roast Meat Specialist
Qinan Building
153 Tyrwhitt Road
Singapore 207566
Nearest MRT: Lavender (EW Line), Bendemeer (DT Line)

Opening Hours:
Daily: 11am - 8pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Lavender MRT station. Take Exit B. Walk to bus stop at Lavender MRT station (Stop ID 01311). Take bus number 133 or 145. Alight 2 stops later. Walk to Tyrwhitt Road. Walk to destination. Journey time about 8 minutes. [Map]

2) Alight at Lavender MRT station. Take Exit B. Walk to Horne Road. Walk down Horne Road. Turn right onto Tyrwhitt Road. Walk to destination. Journey time about 10 minutes. [Map]

3) Alight at Bendemeer MRT station. Take Exit. Walk to the junction of Lavender Street and Kallang Bahru. Cross the road. Turn right and walk down Lavender Street. Turn left onto Trwhitt Road. Walk to destination. Journe time about 10 minutes. [Map]

Kam's Roast (甘牌燒鵝) @ Pacific Plaza - 1 Michelin Star Roasted Goose Restaurant Opens In Singapore

Three times Michelin starred restaurant for 2015, 2016 and 2017 editions of Michelin Guide Hong Kong & Macua, Kam's Roast (甘牌燒鵝) has opened its first overseas outlet at Pacific Plaza, Singapore. It will be officially opened on 19 November at 1pm. Unfortunately for a start, they will not be selling their famous roasted goose due to AVA regulation. I really hope it will be soon as its like a crown without the jewels.

Marinated Black Fungus and Marinated Cucumber 4/5

Besides the different roasts at Kam's Roast, the menu also offers some appetizers to go with the meat. We had the Marinated Black Fungus with Vinegar ($6.80) and Marinated Cucumber with Vinegar & Garlic ($6.80). The crunchy and sourish snacks were not only appetizing, it also helped to freshen the palate after all the richness from the roasted meat.

Crispy Pork 4.2/5

Sinking my teeth into the crackling skin, I realized the Crispy Pork ($14.80) is somewhat different The skin is thinner, almost can't taste the fats. It is like having a biscuity dehydrated pork skin.

Toro Char Siew 4/5 

The most raved about item since their soft opening and private session has been their "Toro" Char Siew ($22.8). The premium pork belly is seasoned with Kam family's award-winning marinade using a secret recipe from Mr Kinsen Kam Kwan Sing, once a 2nd generation at the famed Yung Kee. It resulted in a melted in the mouth texture with a slight char on its exterior with a slight hint of smokiness.

BBQ Pork 4.2/5

The BBQ Pork or Char Siew ($14.80) is much more leaner than the Toro Char Siew. I actually preferred it over the Toro char siew for its more delectable bite, just like I don't enjoy toro in Japanese cuisine. Hence it is my personal preference. 

Soya Chicken 4.2/5

After trying Singapore very own 1 Star Michelin Hong Kong Soya Sauce Chicken, I was craving for it for the longest time but I am always deterred by the long queues. Hence I am glad that I have the chance to try yet another delicious Soya Chicken ($14.80). The chicken was so tender and juicy. It definitely manage to satisfy my craving.

Roasted Duck 4.5/5

It is a pity that Kam's Roast is not able to bring it their signature roasted goose that brought them to fame. Nevertheless, Kam's Roast also does a very good Roast Duck ($16.80 - $55). For the opening promotion, the roasted duck is selling at $28 for half and $48 for whole. Among all the different roast meats I have tried during my visit, the roasted duck was my favourite. The roasted duck was fatty enough to substitute the goose. It was also roasted perfectly to a succulent texture. Not to forget the special concocted sauce to go with the roasted duck, that brought the shine to the dish.

Besides the Roasted Duck, Char Siew, Soya Chicken, Sio Bak, Kam's Roast also offers Suckling Pig and Wonton Noodles on their menu. I understand the restaurant also allows takeaway, if you do not want to join the long queue. Let's hope Kam's Roast will be able to bring in the geese soon to be able be officially showcase their signature dish that brought the stars.

Note: This is an invited tasting.


Kam's Roast
Pacific Plaza
9 Scotts Road
#01-04/05/06/07
Singapore 228210
Tel: +65 68367788
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Nearest MRT: Orchard (NS Line)

Opening Hours:
Daily: 11am - 10pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Orchard MRT station. Take Exit A. Follow the underpass to Shaw House. On the ground level, walk to Scotts Road. Turn left and walk to down Scotts Road. Walk to destination. Journey time about 5 minutes. [Map]

Xiang Ji Roasted Chicken Rice, Noodles @ Bukit Batok Street 25 - Another Great Roasted Meat Stall In The West

My food exploration of the West brought me to another roasted meat stall at Bukit Batok Street 25. Never occur to me that there is a coffeeshop at the multi story carpark, in the quiet neighbourhood of Bukit Batok, hidden from the view from the main street. In fact there is no other shops around it, just HDB flats.

Roasted Duck Leg Rice 4.5/5

I ordered the Roasted Duck Leg Rice ($5) to try so that I can make comparison to Mei Xiang's roasted duck. It is understand that the stall still used the traditional method of charcoal grill their roast. Compared to Mei Xiang's roasted duck, Xiang Ji's roasted duck is fatter and more moist. However the skin lacks the crispy texture which Mei Xiang has. Hence it is really down to individual preference. For me, both are winners and I am great that there is 2 good roasted duck stalls in the west.

Dumpling Soup 4/5

I could not help adding a bowl of the Dumpling Soup ($3) to my order when I noticed the huge golf size dumpling from another customer in front of me. The generous filling of the dumpling felt more like have siew mei rather than dumpling. Nevertheless, I am not complaining as it is worth my penny.

Roasted Pork & Char Siew Noodle 4/5

I could not believe my eyes when I noticed the huge serving for my Roasted Pork & Char Siew Noodle ($3). The noodle used is those springy type used in wanton noodle drenched in a savory sauce. The roasted pork and char siew are not the best but they are pretty decent. Compare to Mei Xiang's roasted pork and char siew, Xiang Ji is much better than them.


Xiang Ji Roasted Chicken Rice, Noodles
BB 289 Food House
Blk 289H Bukit Batok Steet 25
Singapore 657289
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Nearest MRT: Bukit Batok

Opening Hours:
Daily: 8am - 5pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Bukit Batok MRT station. Take Exit A. Walk to Bukit Batok Bus Interchange (Stop ID 43009). Take bus number 77 or 106. Alight 3 stops later. Walk to destination. Journey time about 10 minutes. [Map]