YuTang Clan @ Shenton Way - Specialist In King Mackerel

The first thing that caught my attention is the loud and colorful branding of Yu Tang Clan stall front. Further investigation revealed that the stall is actually from Market Street Food Centre. Due to re-developement of Market Street Food Centre, the fish soup has moved to its current location at One Shenton and renamed as Yu Tang Clan.

With the re-location, the stall has also gone up market and high tech. Food ordering is done through the touch screen machine at the front of the stall. You will be given a queue number upon payment. Wait for your queue number to be displayed at the queue number screen for collection.

Signature Soup 4.5/5

Yu Yang Clan offers a variety of fish soup on their menu. The popular choices are their Tom Yam Fish Soup, Teochew Fish Soup, Fried Mackerel Fish Soup and Signature Soup. Since I have specially make a trip down to try the fish soup, I ordered the Signature Soup ($18.80) which is the most expensive item on the menu. It comprises of sliced batang fish, fried fish skin, prawns, fried fish, cuttlefish ball, abalone, vegetables, beancurd skin, tofu, mushrooms and tomatoes.

While I was overwhelmed by the pile of ingredients, the highlight for me is the soup base which is cooked at the stall every morning just in time to serve the lunch crowd. We managed to chat with Auntie Jenny who has been working at the fish soup stall for many years. We verified that no milk was added to achieve the creaminess. It is pure natural from simmering the shark cartilage for hours resulting the the flavoursome broth. We also discovered some trace of ginseng roots in the soup, but we were not able to get her to share any further on the recipe.

Besides the selections of fish soup, Yu Tang Clan has recently launched a breakfast menu offering a variety of congee too.


Yu Tang Clan
One Shenton
1 Shenton Way
#01-11
Singapore 068803
Tel: +65 65099560
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Nearest MRT: Downtown (DT LIne)

Opening Hours:
Mon-Fri: 8am - 6pm
(Closed on Weekend)

Direction:
1) Alight at Downtown MRT station. Take Exit E. Walk to junction of Commerce Street and Marina View. Cross the road and walk to Asia Square One. Cut across Asia Square One and walk towards Shenton Lane. Cross the road and walk to destination. Journey time about 5 minutes. [Map]

Tamashii Robataya @ North Canal Road - Japanese Truffle Infused Yusheng To Usher In The Year Of The Rooster

To celebrate the upcoming Lunar New Year, Tamashii Robataya has rolled up three different Truffle infused Yusheng (Salmon Skin, Salmon + Yellowtail, Japanese Abalone) for dine-in and takeaway. We tried the Salmon + Yellowtail Truffle Infused Yusheng ($68 for 5pax) which comprises of sashimi graded salmon and yellowtail, crunchy salmon soft skull, jelly fish, clam, golden nugget made from crab stock and dressed in truffle, plum and japan vinegar sauce. A large portion which is good for up to 10 pax is also available at $98. Do note that the last day of collection for the Yusheng takeaway is 27 Jan 2017.

Trio of Appetisers 3.5/5

A visit to Tamashii Robataya is not complete without experiencing their omakase menu that showcases the seasonal produces. We had the $168 omakase set which started with a trio of appetisers. On the left is the Beancurd Skin, followed by Monk Fish Liver with Caviar and vinaigrette miso and lastly the exotic Fish Sperm.

Sashimi Platter 4.5/5

Our next course is the Sashimi Platter which considers of Salmon Belly, Toro, Hamachi and Squid with Herring Fish Roes. The freshness of the seafood is best to pair with the homemade dipping sauce that is made up of soy sauce and miso, for an elevated enjoyment.

Shrimp Yam 4.2/5

The next dish showcases the in-season Shrimp Yam. This is the first time I am having this variety of yam. The sweetness of the yam is complemented by the savoury crabmeat broth for an unique combination which is pleasing to the palate.

Abalone with Green Pepper

Moving on we had the Abalone with Green Pepper. The abalone was grilled together with the abalone liver sauce, giving it a rich coat of flavours on top of the bouncy texture. A rare ingredient is the Japanese green pepper which is not spicy at all. The crunchy texture is similar to lady finger minus the slimy part.

Sage Gyu Don with Whit Truffle Shavings 4.8/5

A must try at Tamashii Robataya is the Sage Gyu Don with Truffle. It is one of the best beef bowl I have ever eaten. As white truffle was in season, I was lucky to get some shavings of it to go with my rice. It even comes with an onsen egg.

Sea Brim Soup 4.2/5

It is timely to serve the Sea Brim Soup before dessert to wash down all the rich greasiness and cleanse the palate.The long hours of boiling the sea brim's fish head and bone gave the soup its sweetness and richness. It also comes with carrot with leek.

Mochi 4.5/5

The perfect ending of the dinner is the Mochi at Tamashii. Unlike the chewy type, the mochi here is the soft type, like rain drop. Once you tried it, you probably would not want to have mochi elsewhere.

Note: This is an invited tasting.


Tamashii Robataya
12 North Canal Road
#02-01
Singapore 048825
Tel: +65 62220316
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Nearest MRT: Clarke Quay (NE Line), Raffles Place (EW Line, NS Line)

Opening Hours:
Mon-Sat: 12pm - 230pm, 630pm - 1030pm
(Closed on Sun)

Direction:
1) Alight at Clarke Quay MRT station. Take Exit A. Walk towards the junction of North Canal Road and South Bridge Road. Cross the junction and continue on North Canal Road. Walk along the shophouses along North Canal Road. Look out for an alley and turn left into it. Look for the entrance to the building and take lift to level 2. Journey time about 8 minutes. [Map]

2) Alight at Raffles Place MRT station. Take Exit G. Walk towards North Canal Road. Continue on North Canal Road. Walk along the shophouses along North Canal Road. Look out for an alley and turn right into it. Look for the entrance to the building and take lift to level 2. Journey time about 12 minutes. [Map]