Kam's Roast (甘牌燒鵝) @ Pacific Plaza - Launches The Marinated Duck And 4 Treasure Rice

When Kam's Roast (甘牌燒鵝) arrived at our shore and found its way to Pacific Plaza, I reckon many were disappointed that its famous roast goose wasn't part of the package. Half a year has passed and while waiting for the entire roast meat family to be completed, its Marinated Duck is here to whet your appetite for more. And if you haven't tried any of the legendary roasts, its newly introduced 4 Treasure Rice will be ideal for you.

Kam's Roast marinated dishes is a taste of heritage. The Duck, Tofu and Egg are braised in sauces made with Kam family's seven decade long recipe, passed down to now the 3rd generation. The marinated duck with meat and skin infused with a blend of dried spices and soya sauce after braising, is almost a taste of home but executed from a foundation of techniques and experience. The same goes for the braised tofu - so silky and soft. Lightly flavoured by the braised sauce, any carnivores would love it like a steak!

Now you can bring home almost all your favourite roast with 4 Treasure Rice. For first timer like me, such combination is perfect. Putting together the brand's signature dishes all into one plate, I got to try the all-time favourite Roast Duck, Soya Chicken, BBQ Pork and salted egg, along with a complimentary soup of the day.

I believe it's that touch of finesse in them that makes them a cut above. Both the duck and chicken were soft and delicate except for the Char Siew which was slightly drier without its toro fats but its sticky sweet sauce makes up for that. Only available for takeaway, this celebrated plate of roast meat and rice will definitely bring excitement to your dining table back home.

Just wait for a few more months, I heard your long-awaited roast goose will be making its way to our shore. Meanwhile, these should suffice your appetite I hope.

Words by Si An. A girl who is allured by travelling, loves the feel of freedom, smell of the rain and the aroma of fine coffee and food. 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]

Thrive Kitchen @ NeWest Condominium - Asian Inspired Rice Bowls

Thrive Kitchen is a new bistro that has recently opened at NeWest Condominium, a new property in West Coast. The place is still rather deserted with almost ninety percent of the shops still vacant. Nevertheless, it is a worthy place to check if you are looking for healthy and wholesome food

Nonya-Inspired Assam Fish Brown Rice Bowl 4.2/5

Thrive Kitchen has a big menu ranging from soup, salad, mains and your usual brunch items. What interests me is their Asian inspired rice bowls. We tried the Nonya-Inspired Assam Fish Brown Rice Bowl ($17.90). Diners have a choice of either brown rice or quinoa (extra $1.50). The plate comes with a poached egg, kale and haddock in a housemade assam broth. I am actually quite impressed with the tangy and spicy assam which complements the fish excellent.

Curry Whole Leg Brown Rice Bowl 4.2/5

The other rice bowl we tried is the Curry Whole Leg Brown Rice Bowl ($18.90). It comes with a huge chicken leg and potatoes in housemade curry sauce. The chicken leg was tender and the curry sauce tasted very comforting and homely. I not a big fan of brown rice because it quite tough and its tiring to chew on. However the brown rice here is pretty moist. Even your grandparents will not have problem eating it.

Initial when we look at the pricing, we felt that it was rather expensive for a rice bowl. However the portion is actually quite big, as you can see in the pictures. I am actually surprised that the western designed or looking bistro, actually served some pretty good Asian fares.


Thrive Kitchen
NeWest Condominium
1 West Coast Drive
#01-73
Singapore 128020
Tel: +65 62559030
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Nearest MRT: Clementi (EW Line), Kent Ridge (CC Line)

Opening Hours:
Mon-Thu: 1030am - 9pm
Fri: 1030am - 10pm
Sat: 10am - 10pm
Sun: 10an - 9pn

Direction: 
1) Alight at Clementi MRT station. Take Exit A. Walk to stop stop at Clementi MRT station (Stop ID 17171). Take bus number 201 or 154. Alight 3 stops later. Journey time about 12 minutes. [Map]

1) Alight at Kent Ridge MRT station. Take Exit A. Walk to bus stop at Buona Vista Flyover (Stop ID 18071). Take bus number 97 or 197. Alight 6 stops later. Walk to destination. Journey time about 20 minutes. [Map]