Sunday, March 16, 2025

Tora-San @ The Centrepoint - Celebrates 1st Anniversay with April Promo: FOC For The 4th Bowl

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Nestled in Centrepoint Orchard, Tora-San specialises in Chirashi and Donburi, offering a menu that blends traditional flavours with modern innovation. This April, celebrate Tora-San's 1st Anniversary with an exciting offer - get the 4th bowl for free!

With a wide variety of rice bowls, such as Chirashi Don, Bara-Chirashi Don, and the popular Kaisen San, there's no better time to sample their specialties.

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Tora-San Signature Chirashi Don 4/5

We tried the Tora-San Signature Chirashi Don ($24.90), a bowl that delivers the best of everything. It features three types of fresh, thickly sliced sashimi, sweet prawn, ikura and unagi, making it a satisfying medley for any seafood lover.

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Mount Fuji Kaisen San 4.2/5

A personal favourite and their best-seller, the Mount Fuji Kaisen San ($26.90) impresses with its generous portion. Topped with shredded snow crab, fresh scallop and ikura, the bowl also contains freshly diced sashimi, including octopus, paired with crunchy cucumbers. The balance of textures and flavours makes this a standout dish.

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Salmon Ikura Don 4/5

Simple yet indulgent, the Salmon Ikura Don ($31.90) was my dining partner's top pick. This bowl brims with fresh salmon sashimi and ikura, generously covering the rice beneath. It's a classic combination that never disappoints.

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Una Tama Don 4/5

We were recommended the Una Tama Don ($24.90), which features a thick slice of unagi and tamago on a bed of house-speciality Japanese braised rice, finished with a drizzle of rich kabayaki sauce. The rice was the star of the show! Flavoured with hidden pieces of pork, it evoked the comforting taste of Chinese 'ba-zhang.' While the unagi was tender, we would have loved a touch more char for added smokiness.

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Beyond unagi, Tora-San also offers a tempting selection of Buta (pork) Don, including the Truffle Buta Don and Mentaiyaki Buta Kashira Don. Made with Spain Iberico Barriguera and priced from $18.90, the buta don can be upgraded to flavourful braised rice for an additional $2.90.

Don’t miss this limited-time promotion, available from April 1 to April 30, 2025.

Photos and words by Jaslyn. An avid cook who lives to eat and travel for food. Note: This is an invited tasting.


Tora-San
The Centrepoint
176 Orchard Road
#03-44
Singapore 238843
Tel: +65 8013 2232
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Nearest MRT: Somerset (NS Line)

Opening Hours:
Daily: 11am - 3pm, 430pm - 10pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Somerset MRT station. Take Exit B. Go to ground level. Exit the buidling. Cross the road and turn right on Orchard Road. Walk to destination. Journey time about 5 minutes. [Map]

Saturday, March 15, 2025

A Taste of Ireland - A Month-long Campaign Celebrating The Finest Irish Produce

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In celebration of St. Patrick's Day, Bord Bia (The Irish Food Board) presents "A Taste of Ireland" — a month-long campaign running from 15 March to 10 April 2025. This campaign showcases the finest Irish produce through exclusive menus prepared by some of Singapore's most beloved restaurants — Cygnet by Sean Connolly, Carnaby, Santi's, Sarnies, and Mandala Club. Diners can indulge in exquisite Irish-inspired dishes featuring premium ingredients such as grass-fed Irish beef, duck, shellfish, and spirits, specially curated to celebrate Ireland's rich food heritage.

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Janey Mackers

Our evening began with a welcome drink, Janey Mackers, crafted by Carnaby. It was a creative concoction featuring Teeling Small Batch Whiskey blended with wild strawberry jam, potato milk, and lemon. It was refreshing and well-balanced and set the tone for the meal ahead.

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Tastes of the Atlantic 4/5

The appetiser, "Tastes of the Atlantic" by Cygnet, featured an Irish oyster trio. The Dubliner stood out with its luscious, creamy Guinness Avonmore cream, while the Celtic Crunch was utterly moreish — a perfectly fried oyster sandwiched between buttery, crisp toast.

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The Gaelic Feast 5/5

For the main course, we enjoyed "The Gaelic Feast" by Carnaby — a hearty Irish Angus Beef Short Rib braised with Teeling Small Batch Whiskey and Coke, served alongside buttery champ and baby heirloom carrots. The short rib was incredibly succulent and tender, with a slight jiggle as it was placed on the table. Every bite was infused with the deep, bold flavours from the braise, making it truly memorable. The champ, a traditional spring onion mash, was sinfully buttery and perfectly complemented the rich, flavourful meat.

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Báinín Pudding 4/5

Summing up the evening was a decadent Báinín Pudding by Cygnet — a warm, homely bread and butter pudding served with velvety Avonmore Irish cream vanilla sauce. This comforting dessert provided the perfect sweet ending to an unforgettable dining experience.

If you're looking for a unique dining experience this St. Patrick's season, visit Cygnet, Carnaby, Santi's, and Sarnies for "A Taste of Ireland."

Photos and 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.