Antoinette @ Penhas Road - 22 Matcha Creations To Satisfy Your Matcha Fetish

Chef Pang of Antoinette is in a roll after the introduction of La Croissainterie Series and Baked Cheese Tart. From now to end July 2016, Chef Pang rolls out 22 matcha items creating the ultimate experience for matcha lovers, satisfying their fetish for the green tea powder from Nishio, Japan. Basically the 22 matcha are break into 5 main categories, namely Bakery/Confectionery, Hot Items, Cakes/Macarons, Chocolat and Beverages.

Matcha Almond Shortbread 4/5

From the Bakery/Confectionery, we have 7 creations. They are namely Matcha Financier ($2.50), Match Cake ($3), Matcha Orange Almond Tuile ($9), Matcha Almond Shortbread ($2.50), Matcha Croissant ($6) and Matcha Milk Jam ($9).

Matcha Milk Jam on Toast 4.2/5

Matcha Croquant 3.5/5

Matcha Macarons, Matcha Financier, Matcha Cake 3.8/5

Among the matcha creations from the confectionery, my favourite has to the Matcha Milk Jam and the best way to enjoy it is to spread it on toast. The sweetness from the jam reminds me of condense milk with a slight hint of the matcha flavour. Following that I would probably go for the Match Financier, a classic French almond tea cake for its

Matcha Pancake 3.5/5

The Hot Item probably is the highlight of the Fetish Matcha. It features dishes such as the Matcha Pasta ($26), Matcha Crepe ($18), Matcha French Toast ($16) and Matcha Pancake ($15).

Matcha Pasta 3.5/5

The Matcha Pasta is an unexpected creation from Antoinette. The matcha infused pasta is tossed in a truffle paste and topped with salted kombu and sakura ebi. Cooked to al dente, it comes with a delectable bite. It does not have the powdery matcha taste but beautifully perfumed by the truffle and sakura ebi.

Matcha Crepe 4/5

Matcha French Toast 4.2/5

The Matcha Crepe and French Toast are another two creations that will delight many. The Match Crepe paired with French chestnut cream and vanilla Chantilly is thin and soft, with a mochi like texture. The French Toast, using brioche bread is paired with vanilla Chantilly and maple syrup for a pillowy and sweet finish.

Yucha 4/5

From the Cakes/Macarons section, Chef Pang has created the Yucha ($8/$75), Matcha Strawberry Shortcake ($9/$55) and Matcha Pop ($9.50)

Matcha Strawberry Shortcake 4/5

The Yucha is a matcha butter cake layered with matcha creme mousseline and yuzu curd which is sugar free. The Matcha Strawberry Shortcake is a light matcha sponge cake with kirsch layered with fresh strawberries and creme Chantilly. Both cakes are light and moist.

Matcha Pop 4.5/5

However my favourite from the cake section is Magnum look alike Match Pop, made up of matcha sponge with kirsch, layered with matcha ganache, almond nougatine, enrobed with milk chocolate and roasted almond nib

Matcha Chocolate Rice Crispies, Matcha Swiss Rocks, Matcha Truffle and Yucha 4/5

The Chocolat section offers additive snacks such as the Matcha Chocolate Rice Crispies with Marron Glace, Matcha Swiss Rocks, Matcha Truffle and Yucha. If it is possible, I would have love to stock up my home with the Matcha Swiss Rocks, lightly caramelized almond silvers enrobed in matcha chocolate.

Matcha Soda 4/5

Lastly the Beverages section which offers Matcha Soda ($22), Matcha Yuzu Lychee Iced Tea ($12.50) and Matcha Latte ($22). The first two drinks are served cold and refreshing. The Matcha Latte is kind of spectacular. The cup of matcha latte is served below a raining cloud of cotton candy together with almond cookie, matcha truffle and matcha financier.

Matcha Latte 4.2/5

Can't handle all 22 items? Why not gather 4 people and indulge in the La Carte Fetish Matcha ($190++) where your friends and you can get to try all 22 matcha items on the menu. Kindly note that some items will be for sharing in the La Carte Fetish Matcha and this is only available at Penhas outlet. If you are a matcha lover, don't miss it as it is only available until end of July 2016.


Antoinette 
30 Penhas Road
Singapore 208188
Tel: +65 62933121
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Nearest MRT: Lavender (EW Line)

Opening Hours:
Mon-Thur: 11am - 10pm
Fri & Eve PH: 11am - 11pm
Sat: 10am - 11pm
Sun & PH: 10am - 10pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Lavender MRT station. Take Exit B. Walk to V Hotel Lavender. Walk down Horne Road and turn right onto Penhas Road. Walk to destination. Journey time about 5 minutes. [Map]

Soi 19 Wanton Mee @ Jurong East - Popular Thai Wanton Mee Opens 2nd Outlet In The West

The popular Soi 19 Wanton Mee has opened a second outlet at Jurong East. Those staying in the West like me, need not travel the distance to Ang Mo Kio and queue for at least an hour for the wanton mee any more. The new outlet is located inside BGAIN 130 Eating House just beside Jurong CPF building.

Regular Bowl Thai Wanton Noodle 4.2/5

There was no queue during my visit. Probably not many people is aware of their new outlet yet. After browsing through the menu, I decided to just go for the Thai Wanton Noodle regular bowl ($3.50). It also comes in large bowl ($5) and jumbo size ($6). I regretted not upsizing as the portion of the regular bowl is rather little. I was not full after having it.

Regular Bowl Thai Wanton Noodle 4.2/5

The Thai style wanton mee does not come with a sauce. It only comes with the egg noodle, fried wanton, vegetables, char siew and a bowl of soup with wanton. Although the wanton noodle does not come with a sauce, you are free to help yourself to the condiments such as fish sauce, chilli flakes, sugar and green chilli, the way the local Thai likes to have their noodles.

After trying Soi 19 Wanton Mee, I understand why it is so popular. The star has to be the springy egg noodles that is cooked to al dente. Even though there is no sauce or gravy, the fragrance and texture of the egg noodle coupled with the pork lard is sufficient to elevate the whole enjoyment. I prefer to add a bit of the fish sauce and chilli flakes to give the flavour a further lift. While the dumpling is meaty, I find the wanton skin on the thick side and lacks the robustness of a good wanton filling.

Overall I would recommend trying Soi 19 Wanton Mee. Currently not many people knows about its second outlet yet, so do find time to go and try it before the queue starts forming. I also noticed that the stall has introduced a new black sauce wanton mee on their menu. I have yet to try it but do let me know how you find it, if you have tried it.


Soi 19 Wanton Mee
BGAIN 130 Eating House
Blk 130 Jurong Gateway Road
#01-211
Singapore 600130
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Nearest MRT: Jurong East (EW Line, NS Line)

Opening Hours:
Tue-Sun: 730am - 430pm
(Closed on Mon)

Direction: 
1) Alight at Jurong East MRT station. Take Exit A. Walk towards Jurong East Bus Interchange. Walk to Jurong Gateway Road. Cross the road at the traffic light junction. Turn right onto Jurong Gateway Road. Walk down Jurong Gateway Road. Walk to destination. Journey time about 8 minutes. [Map]