Kueh Garden (福粿园) @ Jurong East - The Ang Ku Kueh Is As Good As Ji Xiang Confectionery At Everton Park

The traditional Ang Ku Kueh or loosely translated as red tortoise cake is an oval shape Chinese pastry made of red soft sticky glutinous rice flour skin wrapped around peanut or green bean filling in the centre. Nowadays the traditional Ang Ku Kueh does not only come in red color but a variety of fillings too. One of such confectionery that has kept up with time with their colourful Ang Ku Kueh is Kueh Garden (福粿园) at Jurong East.

Besides the original Ang Ku Kueh filled with peanut and green bean, Kueh Garden offers a colourful variety such as Red Bean, Sweet Corn, Sweet Potato, Coconut, Coffee, Green Tea, Yam, Durian, Salted Bean and Milo. They range between 90 cents to a dollar each piece.

Besides the vibrant colours of the Ang Ku Kueh and its interesting filling especially durian and milo, catering to the modern tastebuds and younger generation. The highlight of the Ang Ku Kueh is their mochi-like texture. It is so soft and chewy. The texture is comparable to the renowned Ji Xiang Confectionery's Ang Ku Kueh at Everton Park.

Besides the different Ang Ku Kueh, Kueh Garden sells a variety of traditional kueh such as Soon Kueh, Ku Cai Kueh, Png Kueh, Ondeh Ondeh, 9-Layer Kueh and more. More interesting is the Kueh Platter that is suitable for gathering and celebration. You can even order them online.

Kueh Garden
Blk 348 Jurong East Ave 1
#01-1245
Singapore 600348
Tel: +65 62649182
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Nearest MRT: Chinese Garden (EW Line)

Opening Hours:
Mon: 730am - 3pm
Tue-Sat: 730am - 7pm
Sun: 730am - 5pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Chinese Garden MRT station. Take Exit A. Turn left and walk towards the overhead bridge. Cross the road to the other side of the road. Walk to destination. Journey time about 6 minutes. [Map]

Lunar New Year Celebration At Jiang Nan Chun (江南春), Four Seaons Hotel Singapore

For the upcoming Lunar New Year, Jiang Nan Chun (江南春) at Four Seaons Hotel Singapore has specially crafted a range of sumptuous delicacies and specialty menus for family or business festive feasting.

Prosperity Salmon Yu Sheng with Abalone, Japanese Surf Clams and Bird's Nest 4.2/5

A must in every Chinese New Year is the Yu Sheng, tossing to a prosperous and abundant Year of the Dog. Available for dine-in and takeaway at Jiang Nan Chun is the Prosperity Salmon Yu Sheng ($98/$138) with abalone, Japanese Surf Clams and Bird's Nest. Besides the usual shredded vegetables, what stood out is the crispy vermicelli and fried potato strips giving the yu sheng an extra crunch in texture complemented by the dressing of plum sauce and pineapple paste.

Trio of Starter 4/5

Next, we have a trio of starter giving u a glimpse of the offering on the menu. The platter consists of
Roasted Spanish Iberico Pork with Honey Glaze, Greenhouse Tomatoes in Plum Sauce and Poached Chicken in Chinese Wine. My favourite is the roasted spanish iberico park which is a premium version of our local char siew for its succulent texture.

Doubled-boiled Pork Ribs Soup with Sea Whelk, Maka and Dried Scallops 4.2/5

The Doubled-boiled Pork Ribs Soup ($38/pax) with Sea Whelk, Maka and Dried Scallops is a comforting and nourishing bowl of soup. The bowl of soup is packed with depth, drawn from extracting the essence of the ingredients through double boiling.

Wok-fried Boston Lobster in Black Bean Sauce 4.2/5

Most lobster dishes are usually baked or poached but the Wok-fried Boston Lobster in Black Bean Sauce ($38/pax) is a good chance from the norm. The black bean sauce goes well with the bouncy lobster meat, with a hint of smokey wok-hei.

Wok Fried Kai Lan 4.2/5 and Fried Rice 4.5/5

The Wok Fried Kai Lan with Preserved Sausages ($32 per serving) retains a nice crunch with a layer of aromatic flavour from the preserved sausages. Noteworthy is the Fried Rice with Crab Meat, Butterscotch Mushrooms and Dried Scallops ($14/pax). The fragrant and fluffy rice is elevated further by frying in abalone sauce, giving it an extra boost in flavour.

Hot Almond Cream with Egg White 4.8/5 and Coconut Nian Gao 4/5

For dessert, I had the Hot Almond Cream with Egg White and Coconut Nian Gao. I really enjoy the smooth and silky hot almond cream with egg white. Almond can be quite strong in flavour and acquire to some but this is well balanced, smoothing and comforting. 

Guests can expect an exquisite dining experience in a classy setting at Jiang Nan Chun. Celebratory set menus featuring a lavish selection of delicacies are available at $138, $168 and $218 per person for 6 courses, and range from $988 per table of 8 persons to $2088 per table of 10 persons for 8 courses. For dining reservation, guests can call +65 68317220 or email jnc.sin@fourseasons.com

Note: This is an invited tasting


Jiang Nan Chun (江南春)
Four Seasons Hotel Singapore
Second Floor
190 Orchard Boulevard
Singapore 248646
Tel: +65 68317220
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Nearest MRT: Orchard MRT (NS Line)

Opening Hours:
Daily: 1130am - 230pm, 6pm - 10pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Orchard MRT station. Take Exit E. Walk towards Wheelock Place via ION. Exit Wheelock Place and turn left towards Liat Tower. Continue walking along Orchard Road. Walk to Hilton Hotel. Go to level 2. Follow the passage way to Four Seasons Hotel. Walk to destination. Journey time is about 12 minutes. [Map]