Jian Bo Shui Kueh (楗柏水果) @ Tiong Bahru Market & Food Centre

If you were to ask me for a recommendation at Tiong Bahru Market & Food Centre, my first thought will be the Lor Mee and Chwee Kueh. I told the opportunity to visit Lor Mee 178 and Jian Bo Shui Kueh while I was there a couple of weeks back.

There were many mixed reviews on Jian Bo Shui Kueh and most of them noticed that the standard and quality were not the same as previous. They could be right as the original owner has sold the stall to the current owner (accordingly to what I found on the web).

Chwee Kueh 4/5

The freshly made Chwee Kueh ($1.20/4pc, $1.80/6pc, $2.40/8pc) was soft and firm. The chye poh (turnip filling) was on the darker side which was rather fragrant compared to other stalls. However it was kind of flat without the crunchy texture. The chilli although was mild but I personally felt that it blended very well with the chye poh. Overall I felt that the chwee kueh standard is still way above most of the competitors out there.


Jian Bo Shui Kueh (楗柏水果)
Tiong Bahru Market & Food Centre
30 Seng Poh Road
#02-05
Singapore 168898
Nearest MRT: Tiong Bahru (EW Line), Outram (EW Line, CC Line)

Opening Hours:
Daily: 630am - 1030pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Tiong Bahru MRT station. Take Exit A or B. Head east on Tiong Bahru Road towards Jalan Membina. Walk down Tiong Bahru and turn right onto Kim Pong Road. Turn left onto Lim Liak Street. Walk to destination at the end of the street. Journey time about 10 minutes.

2) Alight at Outram MRT station. Take Exit A or C. Walk to bus stop opposite Outram MRT station (Stop ID 06011). Take bus no. 33, 63, 75, 851 or 970. Alight 1 stop later at Blk 55 Tiong Bahru Road. Walk to destination about 200 meters away. Journey time 8 minutes.

Pizza Hut (Good Dining Everyone) @ City Square Mall

During my school days, dining at Pizza Hut was already considered a luxury. Back then, Pizza Hut only sells pizzas and I still remembered the salad bar at the restaurant. Pizza Hut has evolved with the years offering hearty and comforting pastas on the menu. This time Pizza Hut's commitment to great tasting quality food has taken up a notch as it introduces 7 delectable dishes created by 2 Executive Chefs. "2 Great Chefs, 7 new dishes, Good Dining Everyone, Only at Pizza Hut." Diners can scintillate their gastronomical senses with 7 new Italian and European inspired main course dishes and pastas.

Pizza Hut has collaborated with Chef Jason Lee and Chef Victor Tan who have between them more than 45 years of culinary experience. I am privileged to be invited for a tasting session at Pizza Hut City Square Mall on the new creations by the 2 Executive Chefs.

Braised Beef Pasta in Broth 3.8/5

I have never seen pasta done in a broth version. The Braised Beef Pasta in Broth ($14.90) has squares of pastas nestled in a delightful broth, slowed cooked with brasied beef, zucchini and carrots. The dish somehow remembered me of Kwap Chap and Ban Mian with the flavour and texture resembling the Asian fare.

Snow Crab Crema Rosa 4/5

If you prefer cream base pasta, you would enjoy the Snow Crab Crema Rosa ($14.90). The linguine was cooked with a medley of fresh prawns and juicy snow crab legs, tossed gorgeously in a special blend of rich cream and tomato sauces. Interesting combination of both cream and tomato sauces which stood out for me.

Chicken Spinach Cannelloni 4.2/5

This is my favourite among the 7 creations. I applauded the Chef's creative using simple and fresh ingredients to create the hand rolled chicken and spinach lasagna rolls. The Chicken Spinach Cannelloni ($12.90) was baked to perfection on a bed of rich cream sauce and cheese, garnished with parmesan crisp.

Rigatoni in Hazelnut Creme 4.2/5

I second the Rigatoni in Hazelnut Creme ($14.90) for my favourite dishes among the 7 creations. The rigatoni pasta, smoked chicken and fresh button mushrooms were tossed in an aromatic white hazelnut creme., garnished with hazelnuts and a hint of lemon zest. I enjoyed the nutty and creamy flavours. The hazelnuts gave the dish textures which was very pleasant.

Squid Ink Linguine 3/5

The Squid Ink Linguine ($14.90) was dressed in squid ink sauce and complemented with fresh prawns and squid rings. Although the flavours were there, the preparation of the squid ink pasta was a disappointment for me. The squid ink was coated instead of infusing into the pasta dough.

Chicken Cordon Bleu with Portobello 4/5

For a twist of the classic French dish, the baked chicken steaks were crowned with turkey bacon and melted cheese. The Chicken Cordon Bleu with Portobello ($15.90) was exquisitely accompanied with portobello mushroom, potato salad and chef's special sauce. The Chef has cleverly used turkey bacon and melted cheese to enhance the texture and flavours of the moist and tender chicken.

Garlic Herb Crusted Baked Fish 4.2/5

Chef Jason is known for his crusted fish variations and according to the PR the Garlic Herb Crusted Baked Fish ($15.90) is on his restaurant menu. The crispy garlic herbs crust on the fresh dory fillet was very delightful with a hint of herbs flavour. The bed of zesty lime veloute sauce with thyme went very went with the fish. The sauce itself was a class of its own from the usually tartar sauce.

Thank you Pizza Hut and SPRG for the invitation and hospitality.

Pizza Hut
City Square Mall
180 Kitchener Road
#01-19/21
Singapore 208539
Tel: +65 62353535
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PizzaHutSingapore
Website: http://www.pizzahut.com.sg
Nearest MRT: Farrer Park (NE Line)

Opening Hours:
Daily: 11am - 10pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Farrer Park MRT station. Take Exit I. Walk to City Square Mall and proceed to destination at level 1. Journey time about 5 minutes.

Cafe Epicurious @ The Rail Mall

Located along the shorter stretch of shophouses along Upper Bukit Timah at the Rail Mall, Cafe Epicurious is at the greenery part of the vicinity facing the bukit timah railway bridge. When we (Melissa and ShiTing) were here for the tasting session, I instantly fell in love with the cosy, warm and relax ambient of the place. We even saw a malay couple having their wedding shot at the railway bridge.

Orange Juice 4.5/5

I love how the freshly squeezed Orange Juice ($6) were served in a mini jar.

Half of This and Half of That 4.2/5

I find it very thoughtful for Cafe Epicurious to offer the Half of This & Half of That ($16) on its menu for those that is indecisive. We went for the Green Egg & Ham and Egg Benedict combination.

The green egg is exactly basil pesto scrambled egg . It came with prosciutto and topped with parmigiano reggiano. The basil pesto and pramigiano reggiano lifted the flavours of the moist and creamy scrambled eggs.

The poached egg was cooked to perfection with the egg yolk oozing out. While the others felt that the hollandaise sauce was a tad sour, I actually liked that mild tang taste. However, I would preferred the sauce to be more rich and buttery.

Baked Eggs with Toast Soldiers 4/5

The other egg dish available on the menu is the Baked Eggs with Toast Soldiers ($14). I have always wanted to try this way of enjoying egg, dipping the toast into the creamy and cheesy baked egg. I couldn't help to associate it with our local half boiled egg. Do I prefer the East or West way? I would have to say I prefer my soy sauce and pepper over cream and cheese. The baked eggs was good and I only blamed it that I am born with an Asian palate.

French Toast 4.5/5

The French Toast ($8.50) came with 3 slices of raisin bread soaked thoroughly with egg and topped with chunks of strawberry and banana. The seared golden french toast was moist and fluffy. The french toast itself was already so awesome that I am happy to leave out the marmalade and maple syrup.

Pancakes 4.2/5

The Pancakes ($8) topped with chunks of strawberry and banana was equally good. The pancakes were light, moist and fluffy.

Cream of Wild Mushroom Soup with Cheesy Garlic Bread 4.5/5

I love the puree version of Mushroom Soup ($8) served at Cafe Epicurious. The comforting soup had a more robust texture and flavours from the different wild mushrooms used.

Epicurious Burger 4.8/5

The Epicurious Burger ($18) was voted as the top 10 burgers on IS Magazine caught my attention when I was browsing through the menu. I just had to jump to the opportunity to try out the freshly made burger. The patty was moist and juicy with a nice charred grilled aroma. Paired with the beautiful caramelised onions, bacon and cheese, this one big messy burger indeed was awesome. No wonder it made it to the top 10 burgers listing.

H's Vietnamese Chicken Bolognaise 4.8/5

I am quite adventurous coming to food and I like to browse through the menu for unique dish offered by the restaurant. Most of us probably would have tried laksa or chilli crab pasta but have you seen Vietnamese Chicken Bolognaise Pasta ($15) on the menu before? The flavours got my taste buds dancing in excitment when the new unique experience. The used of lemongrass, a probably a dash of lemon zest fusing with the tangy tomato sauce tasted were surprising a heavenly combination for the al dente pasta.

Breakfast Parfait 4.2/5

For the sweet tooth, you would love the Breakfast Parfait ($7). The home-made granola layered with a generous amout of honeyed yourt and fruits came with abundance of sweetness that simply brightens up one's day.


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Cafe Epicurious
The Rail Mall
392 Upper Bukit Timah Road
Singapore 678046
Tel: +65 68945926
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Epicurious/176758295066
Nearest MRT: Choa Chu Kang (NS Line), Bukit Batok (NS Line)

Opening Hours:
Mon-Fri: 1130am - 230pm, 5pm - 10pm
Sat-Sun: 9am - 4pm, 5pm - 10pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Choa Chu Kang MRT station. Walk to Choa Chu Kang Bus Interchange. Take bus no. 67. Alight 13 stops later. Walk about 170 metre to destination . Journey time about 22 minutes.

2) Alight at Bukit Batok MRT station. Walk to bus stop opposite Blk 628 (Stop ID 43411). Take bus no. 178. Alight 8 stops later. Cross the road and walk about 160 metre to destination. Journey time about 18 minutes.