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[Egg Hunt Hint!] 12 Must-Try Restaurants in Vivocity

Post author By Michelle Tan
Post date April 16, 2018
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As the biggest mall in Singapore, you can be sure that you won’t go hungry after a day’s shopping spree at Vivocity! From the most tantalising Japanese grills to exquisite Chinese creations, check out these 12 restaurants that are at the ready to satisfy your stomachs.

Brotzeit

Stepping into this restaurant is akin to getting a big hug; the warm lighting and cosy ambience draw you in and the next thing you know, you’re settling in and enjoying a good, tall glass of Deutsche bier. And don’t worry if you aren’t particularly well versed in beer: their menu has a Beer Taste Chart that allows you to choose based on your preferences, so you’re in good hands.

Try their Fleischbällchen (mini beef-pork meatballs) or Gebackene Schwammerl (Fried Mushrooms), both irresistibly finger-licking good. For sharing, the Wunderplatte (good for 6) is a sure winner if you can’t choose among their selection of sausages and meats. We wouldn’t hold it against you if you want to tackle their Crispy Oven Roasted Pork Knuckle solo either – it’s rendered so crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, it’s almost impossible to resist!

Find it at 1 Harbourfront Walk, #01-149, VivoCity, Singapore 098585
Earn 2X Chope-Dollars with the code TASTYBLOG

Jamie’s Italian

At Jamie’s, not only will you enjoy a fabulous (and sustainably sourced) menu of Italian eats from a world-famous chef, but the VivoCity location also boasts a crowd-pleasing live pasta bar in addition to stunning views of Sentosa from the main dining area. Soak in that beautiful trattoria ambience without leaving the mall, and tuck into an extensive array of quality bites like the daily house-made pasta, succulent grilled dishes or hearty vegetable sharing ‘planks’. With kids menus and plenty of veggie & fish options Jamie’s caters to a variety of palates, so don’t worry about bringing any fussy eaters along.

Find it at 1 Harbourfront Walk, #01-165/167, VivoCity, Singapore 098585
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Crystal Jade Jiang Nan Vivocity

Taste the very best of Jiang Nan, an understated region south of Yangtze River where its cuisine is skillfully crafted and carry delicate flavours. While there may be no lack of Chinese food in Singapore, Crystal Jade Jiang Nan brings a touch of uniqueness to the table. Diners sing praises of their intensely fragrant Deep Fried Pork Ribs. Those looking for a healthy respite from the usual stir-fries will love the delicious yet nutritious Double-boiled Chicken Soup. Last but not least, their Pan Fried Shanghai Pork Buns are must-haves before you wrap up the meal.

Find it at 1 Harbourfront Walk, #01-52, VivoCity, Singapore 098585
Earn 2X Chope-Dollars with the code TASTYBLOG

Dancing Crab

If you’re looking for a soulful seafood kick to sit back and dig into, Dancing Crab on the top floor is a top-notch pick. They’ve earned their spot as one of the most reputable country-style Cajun culinary masters in S’pore, with a huge variety of spicy combo bags, fried seafood, hearty gumbos, and more. Indulgent? Maybe just a bit, but you’ll have done so much mall power-walking that you will have more than earned a feast this epic.

Find it at 1 Harbourfront Walk, #03-10, VivoCity, Singapore 098585
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JPOT

From the brains behind JUMBO group comes JPOT, an establishment that redefines the classic hot pot (or steamboat). If you prefer having your own hot pot and not digging through a communal one, this is the spot for you. Enjoy your individual pot with contemporary soup bases such as Fish Head and Bak Kut Teh (that’s right, they have BKT people!) alongside fresh steamboat ingredients.

Since JPOT’s from JUMBO, you know the seafood here’s going to be excellent. From firm fish slices to gleaming prawns, trust that introducing these hot pot additions will leave your broth tasting even better. On top of that, pamper yourselves with luxurious ingredients such as Kurobuta Pork and Wagyu Beef. Pro tip: instead of your usual rice or noodles, skip the carbs and go for the Fish Noodles option instead.

Find it at 1 Harbourfront Walk, #01-53, VivoCity (Lobby F), Singapore 098585
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Tunglok Signatures

It’s time to treat yourself to a fine Chinese dining feast after a long day’s ~~work~~ shopping. Tunglok Signatures serves up a detailed menu with variations of Chinese cuisine. From Canton to Shanghai, Sichuan and back to modern-day Singapore, you can pick and choose from a variety of flavourful dishes that highlight the best of the regions, without leaving VivoCity.

Find it at 1 Harbourfront Walk, #01-57, VivoCity, Singapore 098585
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Bakerzin

This household name is one of the pioneers who introduced the wonders of oozy warm chocolate cakes and rich soufflés to Singapore. While they’re known for their luscious cakes and baked goods, Bakerzin also offer stunning cafe nosh that will have your mouth watering in no time!

If we could sum up the dishes served at Bakerzin in three words, it would be comforting, familiar, and delicious. Tired after a day’s shopping? Retire to this relaxing spot and tuck into their Seafood Pasta that holds the treasures of the ocean or their hefty Signature Burger. Round off the meal with top-notch desserts and a good cuppa joe – we can’t think of anything better, really.

Find it at 1 Harbourfront Walk, #01-207, VivoCity, Singapore 098585
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The Chop House

Meat is the focus at The Chop House, and boy do they do it well. You can expect expertly grilled cuts of imported meat, at a fraction of the price you’d pay at fancy steakhouses. They place equal emphasis on quality beer (as do we), from bottled craft brews to boutique brands on tap that you actually serve yourself and pay by mmillilitre– a method that embodies the cool and casual vibe of the joint. Tuck in and dine at the waterfront al fresco tables, or get more intimate in the chic interior. When the food is this good for such great value, we promise you’ll leave satisfied and refuelled.

Find it at 1 Harbourfront Walk, #01-161, VivoCity, Singapore 098585
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Shin Kushiya

From wallet-friendly conveyour-belt sushi to opulent omakase, you can probably find all types of Japanese cuisines in Singapore. But if you want something simple and authentic, Shin Kushiya is your best bet. The interiors here are minimalistic and the presentation of food is clean and straightforward, so you know that Shin Kushiya means business – no frills and all flavour.

As one of the first Japanese restaurants to introduce the Kushiyaki dining concept in Singapore, you’d be missing out if you didn’t go for their signature Kushiyaki. With over 50 different types to choose from, there’s no denying that these tantalising sticks made from fresh and quality seafood, meat, and vegetables are sure winners. Diners can also choose from the usual selections such as sashimi, sushi, donburi, and more. It’s also worth a mention that Shin Kushiya uses imported Bincho Charcoal from Japan that’s known for the clean-charcoal smokiness it imparts to food during grilling.

Find it at 1 Harbourfront Walk, #02-120, VivoCity, Singapore 098585
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Soup Restaurant

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For food just like Grandma made (and isn’t that a relaxing feeling after a shopping spree?), Soup Restaurant has our vote. They’ve been cooking up authentic ‘Singapore Chinatown Heritage’ cuisine since their humble beginnings in 1991, and have since grown to over 15 branches across Southeast Asia. They’ve still managed to retain that home-cooked feel and taste, with warming double-boiled soups, deliciously marinated meats and tofu, and stir-fried veggies.

Find it at 1 Harbourfront Walk, #02-141, VivoCity, Singapore 098585
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Tajimaya Yakiniku

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If Tajimaya’s quality grills with a gorgeous panoramic view of Sentosa Island is not enough to convince you, then we don’t know what will. This gorgeous spot allows diners to grill their own meats at the table, having full control over how they prefer them.

Deck your tables with the tantalising seafood, or splash out on delectable Kurobuta Pork and luxurious Wagyu beef selections. Whichever way you fancy, Tajimaya makes sure that you’re in for a treat. Plus, their high tech exhaust systems also ensure that you won’t be leaving Tajimaya smelling like your food either. The best things to go with your grills are sake and shochu; here, you get both of the finest quality that will appease any true yakiniku connoisseur.

Find it at 1 Harbourfront Walk #01-102/103 Vivocity, Singapore 098585
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Barrio by Mex Out

Put on your sombreros because it’s time to salsa! The chilled out vibes at the spacious Barrio by Mex Out makes it the perfect place to rendezvous with your closest friends and have a good time.

If the ambience isn’t enough to tempt you, their food certainly will. Kick things off with a bang when you order their cheese-filled Jalapeno Poppers or whet your appetite with the refreshing Prawn Ceviche. From tacos to burritos, the mains at Barrio do not disappoint either; but if you need help deciding, you can’t go wrong with their Taco Fiesta where you get 10 tacos on one platter.

Find it at #01-116 Vivo City, 1 Harbourfront Walk, Singapore 098585
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Ready for another round of promo codes? It’s time to scour for your hidden eggs in 10 of the restaurants listed on our new Sentosa Guide!

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In The Pantry: Chef Raymond Blanc’s Homecoming

Post author By Michelle Tan
Post date April 13, 2018
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The incredible Chef Raymond Blanc is finally back in Singapore! Catch him at this year’s World Gourmet Summit to see him in action. Before that, check out our interview with him to find out his recipe for success, his favourite meal, and his ultimate guilty pleasure.

It’s been more than a decade since you were last in Singapore to be a part of the World Gourmet Summit 2018. What brings you back, and what do you look forward to the most?

True, it’s been over a decade that I was last at The World Gourmet Summit. Actually, I was the first chef to launch it with the wonderful Peter Knipp (former Group Executive Head Chef at Raffles and now the organiser of the WGS & Peter Knipp Holdings).

What brings me back officially to The World Gourmet Summit is the opportunity to cook and show some of my latest dishes from Belmond Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons to a select audience. I’ll also create a wonderful evening of food, friendship, and art de vivre.

On a more personal note, I have been back a number of times to Singapore and other countries in South East Asia for leisure, such as visiting friends and for a holiday to enjoy this beautiful part of the world. I love the food scene in Singapore so I look forward to visiting many of the Singaporean hawker foods. My first encounter with street food in South East Asia was in Singapore, which is why I have a fondness for them. Some of the places I visit are Senoko fishery, Tekka Wet Market, and Geylang Serai Wet Market.

I also long to revisit the Singapore Botanic Gardens where I cooked last summer with my partners Kenwood and created an extraordinary moment for the gardeners. As I love gardens, the National Orchid garden will also be on my list. If I have enough time I would love to visit the cloud forest! Having said that, I would love to see China Town too.

Behind every successful restaurant is a team working together and producing great food. What do you think is the best way to motivate a team?
First, you need to have a very powerful vision and philosophy, not only on the expression of your own food but also how and where the food will be served which will define the ambience of the restaurant. Mine is based on seasonality, the nobility, freshness of the produce, and to teach young chefs the importance of provenance as well as management of waste.

This vision should be supported by strong training, an induction program, reviews and appraisals. At all times, budding chefs should be supported, nurtured, and guided so they gain confidence, both in their craft and their personality. I have trained around 40 Michelin-starred chefs. Here at Belmond Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons, we are a school of thought.

Throughout the course of your career, do you think that the culinary world has evolved? How different is it now as compared to before when you were a budding chef yourself?
All businesses – whether it is technology, fashion, or hospitality – will always change and evolve. It will change according to what the modern consumer wants. I strongly believe that today’s modern guest is knowledgeable, well-travelled, and embraces responsible luxury.

Great leaders are always reinventing their cuisine: Marie-Antoine Carême; then Vincent La Chapelle; then Auguste Escoffier; after him was Michel Guérard who catapulted nouvelle cuisine; followed by Feran Adriá who took the mantle of gastronomy through the medium of molecular gastronomy. Then there was a big bang of fusion cuisine which was a complete mix of cultures and was misunderstood. Now, I think it is the most interesting development of cuisine. It is driven by modernity, the provenance of the produce, and bags of creativity.

Today, there are now so many extraordinary young chefs who are driven by their expression from both their local values and from across the world – it really is an exciting moment. Take London for example, where it now has more than 350 languages and dialects. The mosaic of these different cuisines is just as complex.

Thinking smarter, being creative; it’s something many people struggle with. What advice would you give them in order to achieve that?
The advice that I would give to any young person is to first embrace your own culture, learn it, nurture it, and develop it. At all times be curious, open your mind, your eyes, your heart, your intuition. Then, you can enrich your own culture with other peoples’ culture. My cuisine is very much an expression of that.

As a Frenchman, I know who I am. But I also have enriched my own culture through my travels around the world where I introduced new tastes, new textures, and new techniques which have enriched me without confusing my own identity. This means you will see a lot of nuances of flavours weaved into my creations, especially South East Asian.

What’s the one quality that you think a chef should have in order to succeed?
Talent and passion alone will never be enough to bring you success. There are a number of qualities that are key; strong work ethics, the constant reappraisal of your own work, total curiosity, openness to new ideas, and working as a team.

How do you come up with new recipes? Do you prefer to start with the basics or do you improvise?
Often ideas are intuitive rather than starting with the basics.

For example, morels are in season and a beautiful little dish of the first morels with the first tender spring vegetables will be the base of a new dish.

Singapore has long been a very strong influence in my creativity and I use many of your spices and herbs to create many dishes, including a crab and coconut or ravioli of exotic fruit which I will be serving at this year’s summit on Wednesday 25^th April.

What is your favourite home-cooked meal for the family?
When I return to my home in France, my 95-year-old mum, the formidable Maman Blanc, knows exactly what I love.

There will be crudités which are grated vegetables from the garden with different dressings; a beautiful plump, roasted farm chicken with its own juices; garlic sautéed potatoes; and of course, Comté cheese. To round up the meal is my all-time favourite île flottante, a dessert of soaked biscuits in kirsch syrup topped with vanilla cream, poached meringue, and threaded crackling caramel.

What’s currently your most exciting new dish or ingredient and why?
We are currently developing a number of dishes. The morels which I mentioned earlier is one that we’re excited about. We’re also working on a study of different cured cuts of salmon with different herbs which will provide a colourful, fresh, spring palette as well as different flavours. We are also revisiting my former café crème dessert to make it lighter.

What’s the one ingredient and one kitchen tool you must have in your pantry?
I am a Frenchman, so garlic of course! But I could easily think of another 60 ingredients such as the best extra virgin olive oil, French mustard, spices, dried pulses, and many more.

What is one thing about you that no one knows about?
I couldn’t possibly say! It would spoil it… but perhaps, something that people don’t usually know is that I have an honorary OBE, given by Her Majesty The Queen, from the French Government, the Legion d’Honneur, which is highest French order of merit. Essentially, I am a Knight without a white horse! It is very rare to be awarded both, but I’m a very privileged and grateful man… oh, and I love dark chocolate KitKats. Don’t tell too many people!

Get your tickets today to catch Chef Raymond Blanc as whips up a legendary lavish meal for diners at the Grand Hyatt. Don’t miss the chance to catch one of the world’s most respected chefs in action!

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Too Thai’d Up for Songkran?

Post author By Rachel Ho
Post date April 12, 2018
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Songkran, the Thai New Year, is a festival now marked with a nationwide water fight. Meant as a Buddhist purification ritual, the three-day affair helps bring in a flood of tourists eager to take part in the fun that accompanies the start of a new year.

If you’re drowning in work, and unable to make it to Thailand, here are a few restaurants to satiate your Thai craving till next year.

1. Diandin Leluk

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Golden Mile Complex, Singapore’s ‘Little Thailand’, stocks almost everything you need from the Land of Smiles, short of taking a flight out. No exception when it comes to food, too. One of our favourites is Diandin Leluk that has been operating for over three decades in Singapore by a Thai couple. The food is affordable, authentic, fuss-free and delicious. Must-try: their Crispy Catfish with Mango Salad, which combines texture and the sour-sweet tango of the mango into a great starter.

Find it at 5001 Beach Road, Golden Mile Complex #01-67/68/69, Singapore 199588.
Click here for more information on Diandin Leluk.

2. Jim Thompson

This beautiful restaurant in the historic Dempsey enclave should be on your list if you’re looking for somewhere classy and elegant for a dinner date, but you want to ramp up the spice (with your choice of cuisine). Keep an eye out for the gorgeous cutlery and Thai dances, and be prepared to weigh your options, with over 80 dishes on the menu. Prices are on the higher end but worth it, given the ambience, service and quality of food.

Find it at 45 Minden Road, Singapore 248817.
Earn 2X Chope-Dollars with the code TASTYBLOG.

3. Joe’s Kitchen

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It’s easy to dismiss this heartland restaurant in the Alexandra area, with its orange signboard and questionable choice of fonts, but it would be your loss. The food here is hearty and wallet-friendly: our favourites include the stuffed chicken wings (generously packed to the brim), fragrant pandan leaf chicken and the fried vermicelli with a subtle wok hei flavour.

Find it at Blk 125 Bukit Merah Lane 1 #01-182, Singapore 150125.
Click here for more information on Joe’s Kitchen.

4. Long Chim

Australian celebrity chef David Thompson has brought street food with pizzazz at his Marina Bay Sands outlet, decked out in hipster grunge. He has upped the glam factor on some familiar street snacks, like using wagyu for his beef skewers. With others, there is a no-holds-barred approach to his dishes, like the sweat-inducing Chiang Mai Chicken Larp with Cabbage, Chilli and Mint. It’s almost like being in a Bangkok soi, minus the grime, plus the air-conditioning.

Find it at 10 Bayfront Ave, #02-02, Atrium 2, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore 018955.
Earn 2X Chope-Dollars with the code TASTYBLOG.

5. Nakhon Kitchen

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There are always long lines outside every Nakhon branch, but grab a highly coveted seat and it’s easy to see why. Prices are low (aided by the fact that the outlets are not air-conditioned), and the vibe, authentic (we love listening to the Thai hits playing on the radio). Most importantly, the food is good. The curries here never fail to satisfy, and the Thai milk tea has mastered the perfect ratio of tea to milk.

Click here for more information on Nakhon Kitchen

6. Blue Jasmine

At this Halal-certified restaurant, diners can enjoy rustic Thai dining in a contemporary setting (be sure to grab an Instagram-worthy pic of those floor tiles). The food is decent too, ranging from the familiar (tom yum soup, pad thai), to the less common (prawn doughnuts and orange curry stingray). From Thursdays to Saturdays, there is also a buffet option — perfect for that Thai binge eating we need on some days.

Find it at 10 Farrer Park Station Road, Level 5, Park Hotel Farrer Park, Singapore 217564.
Earn 2X Chope-Dollars with the code TASTYBLOG.

If you are headed to Thailand to celebrate Songkran, check out this blog post! We give you the low-down on where to go for Songkran celebrations, and of course, where to find the best restaurants.

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The Best Places in Bangkok to Celebrate Songkran

Post author By Emerline Su
Post date April 11, 2018
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Thailand’s favourite national celebration is just around the corner! Every year during Songkran (13-15 April), local flock back to their hometowns to visit their families, while foreigners fly into Bangkok to take part in the water-splashing festivities.

If you’re thinking of spending the weekend in Bangkok to celebrate Songkran, here are the best places to join in the fun.

Khao San Road

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Every year, the entire Khao San Road turns into a huge, messy, water fight. Stalls selling bucketfuls of water, as well as hoses and water guns, pop up along the street overnight. Tourists spill out of the backpacker hostels to douse anyone and everyone with water. Don’t forget to grab some of that clay powder sold at the roadside stalls too, as it symbolises protection – though not from the revellers! Nobody shows mercy here, so be prepared for a wild party and expect to leave thoroughly soaked.

When the party winds down in the evening, dry off and swing by Chakrabongse Dining for a luxurious dinner by the riverside. Quiet and effortlessly elegant, the restaurant is one of Bangkok’s hidden gems, serving hearty, authentic, and delicious Thai food. Its menu, which changes every day, serves everything from familiar favourites like Tom Yum to more exotic dishes like Flower Omelette.

Find it at 396/1 Maha Rat Road, Tatian, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok, Thailand.
Earn 2X Chope-Dollars with the code TASTYBLOG.

Silom Road

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If you prefer to hang with the locals, then head to the party happening at Silom Road. All 5 kilometres of the road becomes packed with locals pelting each other with water. Stalls selling food, refreshments and, of course, lots and lots of water stand both sides of the road. The festivities here are even bigger and more extravagant than at Khao San, especially when firetrucks roll up in the middle of the day to make sure everyone on the road gets a good splash. You can also stay high and dry up on the Skybridge, where you can watch the shenanigans without getting splashed.

Reward yourself for surviving the festivities at Brasserie 9, a gorgeous Parisian restaurant where you can eat your fill of indulgent French gourmet cuisine, guaranteed to hit the spot. Here, the food is made to perfection using only the best quality ingredients, each dish bursting with delicious richness and decadence.

Find it at 27 Soi Piphat, North Sathorn Road, Silom, Bang Rad, Bangkok, Thailand
Earn 2X Chope-Dollars with the code TASTYBLOG.

Lumpini Park

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For a calmer celebration rooted in the origins of the holiday, head down to Lumpini Park to take part in some traditional Songkran activities. On 12 April, the Phra Buddha Sihing statue, which is usually kept in the National Museum, will be brought on a parade. Buddhists can sprinkle scented water on the statue over the weekend, give alms, or receive blessings from elders. Non-Buddhists can also enjoy the traditional performances and browse the stalls selling speciality products from all over Bangkok.

After paying your respects, amble over to Erawan Tea Room to continue your peaceful and relaxing day. The charming restaurant, decked out in plush seats, serves impeccable Thai favourites we all know and love. Its wonderful location also gives you enchanting, sweeping panoramas of the city below. Taste the high life as you lounge in its cushy chairs and sip on tea, eat great food and enjoy the view.

Find it at Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok, 494 Rajdamri Road, Pathumwan, Bangkok, Thailand.
Earn 2X Chope-Dollars with the code TASTYBLOG.

Siam Paragon

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Thailand’s April weather is swelteringly hot, so escape from those heat waves at the Siam Paragon mall. You’ll be pleasantly surprised to see that the mall is organising a series of Songkran activities. An exhibition explains the history of Songkran, and you can also learn how to make traditional perfume and fold pandan leaf flowers. Best of all, there’ll be a food festival showcasing authentic Thai foods!

Lovers of Japanese seafood will be thrilled to hear that Nippon-Kai, a Japanese market-cum-restaurant, sits in the middle of Siam Paragon. Feast on an array of fresh, delicious premium sashimi and seafood, from classics to exotic seasonal options like fugu (pufferfish) and okoze (stonefish). You can also head to the market area to stock up on Japanese snacks.

Find it at G/F, Siam Paragon, 991/1 Rama I Road, Pathumwan, Bangkok, Thailand.
Earn 2X Chope-Dollars with the code TASTYBLOG.

W Bangkok

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Dive into the hottest pool party in town at W Bangkok! The hotel is organising its Songkran Splash Away pool party for the 6th year running so you can celebrate Songkran in style. Expect the pool to be filled with extravagant floats, while the deck sports over-the-top decorations and top DJs spin tunes all day long. Don’t worry about not having enough booze either – there’s a booth selling drinks too. From 1-9pm on 13 April, you can let loose and dance, swim, and drink your worries away.

The pool party might end at 9pm, but that doesn’t mean you can’t continue enjoying yourself. The glamorous WOOBAR, located in W Bangkok, lets you keep the good times going. Sip on some intoxicating speciality cocktails while munching on their delicious bar bites. There’ll also be a DJ here for you to dance all night long.

W Hotel 106, North Sathorn Rd, Silom, Bangrak, Bangkok, Thailand.
Earn 2X Chope-Dollars with the code TASTYBLOG.

Tags Holiday, Songkran, Thai cuisine, Thailand, Travel

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Fancy Local Flavours Worth Splurging On

Post author By Kenneth Fong
Post date April 10, 2018
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If you’ve got friends from faraway lands coming to visit, where should you bring them for lunch? The nearest hawker centre would be an obvious choice, but there’s just one problem: the sweltering Singapore heat doesn’t really help when you’re eating a spicy bowl of laksa.

Beat the heat and grab some local classic dishes at these upscale, air-conditioned restaurants! They offer mouth-watering, uniquely Singaporean hawker foods that have gotten an atas makeover. We’re also exploring two levels of fancy, so you don’t have to burn a hole in your wallet… unless you want to, of course.

Chicken Rice

Privé Asian Civilisations Museum

Our mums and dads will love the chicken rice served at Privé Asian Civilisations Museum ($17). The chicken is slightly pink – trust us, it’s completely safe to eat – just the way it was in the good old days. You can be sure you’re getting quality chicken too, as the chickens are from Toh Thye San Farm, where they are raised without hormones or antibiotics and allowed to roam freely. The result is flavourful and succulent meat that makes this dish a resounding hit with both locals and tourists. Pro tip: there are only 20 portions prepared daily, so call ahead to avoid disappointment.

Find it at 1 Empress Place, Singapore 179555.
Earn 2X Chope-Dollars with code TASTYBLOG.

Town Restaurant

Located in the majestic Fullerton Hotel near the mouth of the historic Singapore River, Town Restaurant’s menu of local delights features their take on an iconic dish: the Fullerton’s Boneless Hainanese Chicken Rice. For $29, you’ll get a bowl of rice bursting with the fragrance of pandan and lemongrass, silky and tender chicken, and a flavourful soup with cabbages, tofu, and wolfberry. Trust us, it’s worth every cent. Best enjoyed at the breezy al fresco waterfront terrace.

Find it at 1 Fullerton Square, The Fullerton Hotel Singapore, Singapore 049178.
Earn 2X Chope-Dollars with code TASTYBLOG.

Laksa

Beast & Butterflies

You’ll never have a boring meal at Beast & Butterflies, a bold fusion restaurant with an adventurous take on the classic Laksa. The laksa ($16) features mee tai mak noodles in a creamy yet piquant broth, served with prawns, fishcake, and tau pok. Instead of cockles, cherrystone clams are used instead, giving a sweeter, less briny flavour. Another welcome twist is the deep-fried tau pok, which is delightfully crispy and makes for an enjoyable variation in texture.

Find it at 90 Robertson Quay, Singapore 238259.
Earn 2X Chope-Dollars with code TASTYBLOG.

Straits Cafe

Offering buffets showcasing cuisine from the Straits Settlement, the delectable spread at Straits Cafe features their award-winning laksa that is too good to be missed! The star of this dish is undoubtedly the laksa broth, which is rich, satisfying, and overflowing with classic Peranakan flavours. Be prepared to splurge a little as lunch starts at $42++, while dinner starts at $50++. On the bright side, you’ll get to stuff your face with as many local treats as you can handle, so the buffet’s definitely worth the price tag.

Find it at 9 Bras Basah Road, Lobby Level, Rendezvous Hotel, Singapore 189559.
Earn 2X Chope-Dollars with code TASTYBLOG.

Nasi Lemak

Sinpopo

There’s only one word that comes to mind when you step into Sinpopo: nostalgia. However, the vintage furniture and retro interior isn’t the real gem of this throwback to the 70s. Sinpopo’s Nasi Lemak for Two ($28; so that works out to be $14 per person) is a masterful dish that will bring back memories of the Singapore of days gone by. Everything is cooked using traditional methods, from the coconut rice steamed in traditional muslin cloth to the homemade sweet onion ikan bilis sambal. Each portion of rice also comes with a soft-centre egg, Har Jeong Kai wings, pork belly marinated in lam yu, deep fried luncheon meat crisps, rojak slaw, and sambal fishballs.

Find it at 458 Joo Chiat Road, Singapore 427671.
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Chatterbox

For a uniquely Singaporean meal with a touch of class, look no further than Mandarin Orchard Hotel’s Chatterbox. The restaurant is a green and earth-toned oasis that offers a respite from the sweltering weather as well as upmarket versions of our local favourites, including a delicious Nasi Lemak ($26). Expect fragrant coconut rice, with crispy fried chicken wing, a fried egg, and an otah. You don’t need to worry about your ang moh friend either, as the sambal has a little less kick than what locals are used to, making it perfect for foreigners.

Find it at 333 Orchard Road Level 5, Mandarin Orchard Hotel Singapore, Singapore 238867.
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Bak Chor Mee

The Lobby Lounge at Shangri-La Hotel

The Lobby Lounge at Shangri-La Hotel offers an enticing array of local heritage hawker dishes. However the Bak Chor Mee with Fish Maw Soup ($28) stands out as the star of the show. This noodle dish is inspired by the famous Seng Kee Mushroom Minced Meat Noodle, in Serangoon Gardens Market & Food Centre, so expect the noodles to be cooked perfectly al dente and the soup to be rich, filled with umami, and brimming with quality threadfin fish maw. It’s served in delicate porcelain bowls (the kind you can find in your grandmother’s house) as well, to give an extra serving of nostalgia and authenticity.

Find it at 22 Orange Grove Road, Lobby Level, Tower Wing, Shangri-La Hotel Singapore, Singapore 258350.
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Restaurant Labyrinth

Presenting a feast of atas Singaporean food that’s a treat for all the senses, Restaurant Labyrinth deconstructs Singaporean classics and presents them in delicious, yet innovative ways. The Chef’s Tasting Menu (SGD$118) features Chef LG Han’s unique spin on Bak Chor Mee – the noodles are made from strips of squid while the pieces of fish cake are sliced Hokkaido scallops. With his adventurous expectation-defying dishes, you’ll soon come to realise that nothing is ever as it seems.

Find it at 8 Raffles Avenue, #02-23, Esplanade Mall, Singapore 039802.
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Roti Prata

Big Street Singapore

Nestled in a two-storey shophouse, Big Street Singapore is a local heritage restaurant that serves Singaporean staples like roti prata. Their prata sets give you plain or egg prata, with a choice between the fragrant Curry Chicken Thigh ($9) or the moreish Rendang Mutton Mysore ($11). If you prefer to customise your order, you can get two pieces of plain prata for $3, while a murtabak costs $10. They even offer innovative dishes incorporating local favourites like the Chilli Crab in a Prata Bag (market price) and Salted Egg Prata Bom ($6).

Find it at 104/106 Jalan Besar, Singapore 208828.
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Zaffron Kitchen (East Coast)

Although roti prata is commonly eaten for breakfast or supper, Singaporeans love their Indian food and can have it anytime. One of the best places to indulge in perfectly executed Indian cuisine is Zaffron Kitchen. The restaurant, awarded the Michelin Bib Gourmand in 2017, is a hip, modern space in Katong perfect for large gatherings. The Curry Chicken Prata Set ($12.90) features thick chicken curry with generous servings of meat and flaky prata you can mop up every last drop of curry with.

Find it at 135-137 East Coast Road, Singapore 428820.
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Tags Bak Chor Mee, Chicken Rice, laksa, Local Flavours, nasi lemak, Prata, Singapore

Chope Egg Hunt 2018 Singapore Singapore

[Egg Hunt Hint!] Get Your Groove On at These Live Music Venues in Singapore

Post author By Emerline Su
Post date April 9, 2018
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Having music with your food is great, but having live music is even better. Listen to talented singers perform your favourite songs at these venues hosting live bands and musicians.

Read on for Chope’s picks of bars and restaurants with live music, ranging from smooth jazz to twanging country. And who knows? You might just find your next favourite evening hangout.

1. Bob’s Bar: Live like you’re in Havana

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Dining at Sentosa is the ultimate treat. The great food, the cool breeze, the smell of the sea… how could it get any better? Bob’s Bar at Capella Hotel has the answer. Paying homage to the glamourous Golden Age of Havana, Bob’s Bar serves up authentic Caribbean grilled meats, sinful cocktails, and enchanting live music to give you the complete tropical paradise dining experience. Visit this Caribbean-inspired restaurant on the weekends to catch their house band serenading you with lively Cuban tunes as you sip a mojito and watch the sun dip below the sea. Now, this is the ultimate treat.

Find it at 1 The Knolls, Sentosa Island, Singapore 098297.
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2. The Beast Southern Kitchen + Bourbon Bar:
Country roads, take me home

Gather round y’all, because do we have news for you. Get hot and crispy fried chicken from the American South, all the high-quality bourbon you could ask for, and twangy country notes at The Beast, Singapore’s very first bourbon bar. The Beast is a great place for a guy’s night out, welcoming you with a huge selection of fine bourbon and a generous slice of homey Southern hospitality. Make yourself at home as you munch on Southern soul food and catch up with your mates. Kick back and enjoy live acoustic country on Fridays, or if you’re brave (read: tipsy) enough, steal the show during their open mic sessions on Thursdays.

Find it at 17 Jalan Klapa, Singapore 199329.
Earn 2X Chope-Dollars with the code TASTYBLOG.

3. Monti: Sway to some mellow jazz

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Taste the glitz and glamour of the American Jazz Age at Monti, probably the most gorgeous jazz lounge in Singapore. This classy, chic, and sophisticated lounge is perched on the waterfront at Fullerton pavilion, luxuriously furnished with comfortable sofas and armchairs for you to sit back, soak in the smooth tracks, and enjoy the beautiful view of the Singapore river at night. If that person you’ve been trying to impress is a jazz fan, then Monti is perfect for a romantic date. With gentle jazz tunes, a sparkling riverfront, and a glittering night sky, it’ll be all too easy to fly her (or him) to the moon and play among the stars.

Find it at 82 Collyer Quay, The Fullerton Pavilion, Singapore 049327.
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4. The Rooftop: Soft acoustic with a view

There are three things (in our opinion) that make a perfect weekend night: yummy bar snacks, intoxicating cocktails, and awesome music. Brand new and perched on top of the 1919 Waterboat House, The Rooftop gives you all three, and throws in gorgeous views of the CBD to boot! Take in the beautiful CBD skyline stretching from the Singapore Flyer all the way to The Fullerton Hotel, while enjoying live acoustic and jazz performances by talented musicians every Friday and Saturday. Psst: Live music with cocktails and views of the sun setting over the CBD skyline? Sounds like a great idea for a date too!

Find it at 3 Fullerton Rd, #03-01, The Waterboathouse, 049215.
Click here for more information on The Rooftop.

5. Crazy Elephant: True blue Rock ‘n’ Roll

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Are you feeling kinda listless? Maybe work was tough this week, and you just want to drown your sorrows in soulful songs and a pint. Head down to Crazy Elephant for a night of Rock ‘n’ Roll Blues, ice-cold beers, and the company of music lovers. Catch The Blues Machine, one of the best rock and roll bands in Singapore, on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. You can also steal the stage during the Crazy Elephant Jam Sessions that happen every Sunday. Unpretentious and no-frills, this bar forgoes fancy embellishments for quality tunes and a relaxed atmosphere, drawing crowds of revellers every night.

Find it at 3E River Valley Rd, #01-03/04, Singapore 179024.
Click here for more information on Crazy Elephant.

6. Blujaz Cafe: Party all night long!

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If you’ve been itching to dance the night away, head down to Blujaz Cafe and get your groove on! Everything you need for a fun night out can be found in this hipster restaurant and bar. Grab a hearty dinner at the Bohemian-inspired dining area, then head upstairs to enjoy some live music and groove to the beat on the dance floor, or soak in the chill vibes with a drink at the bar. Casual and lively, Blu Jaz cafe plays jazz, hip-hop, reggae, and every genre you can think of. It also hosts regular events ranging from open mics to rock nights, making Blujaz Cafe our go-to for a relaxed night partying and having fun.

Find it at 11 Bali Ln, Historic Kampong Glam, Singapore 189848.
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7. Funq: Sing along to these popular tunes

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Those of us who frequent Haji Lane will probably have noticed this hipster bar spilling over into the streets. Funq is the ultimate crowd pleaser, featuring up-and-coming local musicians performing popular hits busker style. It doesn’t matter where you came from; whether you’re dressed to the nines or look like you’ve just rolled out of bed, everyone’s welcome to join in the fun! Just pull up a chair, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. A little rough around the edges but full of spontaneity, Funq is the place to be for some low-cost, post-dinner entertainment.

Find it at 20 Haji Lane, Singapore 189213.
Click here for more information on Funq

8. Wala Wala: Your favourite childhood hangout

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No list of live music venues would be complete without the classic Wala Wala. Even our parents would probably have some fond memories of this familiar Holland Village haunt which has withstood the test of time, hosting the best live music acts in Singapore for twenty years. With local superstars like Shirlyn & The UnXpected, Jack and Rai, and EIC, you’re guaranteed great music all night long. If the music isn’t enough, maybe the cheerful and laid back atmosphere and comforting finger food will convince you to head down for a nostalgic evening of walking (or dancing) down memory lane.

Find it at Holland Village, 31 Lor Mambong, Singapore 277689.
Click here for more information on Wala Wala.

It’s Egg Hunt time: this week, find your hidden eggs in 10 of the restaurants listed on our new Live Music Guide. Good luck!

Tags Jazz, Live Music, Party, Rock & Roll, Singapore

Bali Destination Lifestyle

5 Reasons You Should Go to Ubud This Month

Post author By Emerline Su
Post date April 6, 2018
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The first quarter of the year is over – we think it’s about time to treat yourself to a little getaway. Give yourself a well-deserved break with an impromptu trip to one of the Zen-est places on earth: Ubud, Bali!

Here are 5 things you can look forward to in Ubud this month.

1. Amazing Food at the Ubud Food Festival

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Check out the most anticipated foodie event in Bali! The Ubud Food Festival, where culinary masters explore the best of Indonesia’s food, puts Indonesian cuisine in the spotlight. Over three days, chefs from all over Indonesia will gather to celebrate the country’s stunning produce, diverse cuisines, and fascinating culinary traditions.

This year, the Ubud Food Festival focuses on the theme of “Generasi Inovasi”, exploring future of Indonesian cuisine. A multitude of events is taking place from masterclasses, where experts impart a few tricks of the trade, to food tours, where you can see how food goes from farm to plate. The festival only takes place once a year, so make sure you take the chance to explore Indonesia’s rich culinary culture.

Chope also has a booth at the Ubud Food Festival, so come down and say hi! You can find out more about our Chope Exclusives deals, where we team up with some of Ubud’s best restaurants to bring you offers you won’t want to miss. Here’s a list of some of the participating restaurants:

2. White Water Rafting

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If you’re looking for an adrenaline rush and an exciting afternoon, look no further than the Ayung River. The Ayung is one of the most challenging rivers for whitewater rafting in Bali, filled with waves up to four feet high and narrow channels that will send the boat jostling. There’s plenty of splashing to go around too!

Apart from the thrilling ride, you’ll also get to see plenty of fascinating sights. As you paddle through the 10-kilometre stretch of river, you’ll pass by magical unspoiled rainforests, exquisite wildlife (if you’re lucky, you may see the Blue Javan Kingfisher), and enchanting rice fields. The river also contains several surprises, like hidden waterfalls and ancient stone carvings on its walls.

Hungry? Grab a bite at the gorgeous Kubu at Mandapa

We’re sure you’ll be hungry at the end of your exciting ride. Lucky for you, we’ve got just the place to satisfy your growling tummy. Kubu at Mandapa serves up European and Mediterranean in a cosy setting inspired by the traditional huts used by Balinese farmers to store rice. It’s the perfect place to unwind and relax, tucked away snugly in the restaurant’s cocoon tables with a view of the Ayung gurgling just below your feet.

Find it at Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Jalan Kedewatan, Banjar Kedewatan, Ubud 80571.
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3. Shopping at Jalan Raya Ubud

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Ubud is the centre of culture and art in Bali, so it’s no surprise that the town is a great shopping destination. Let your inner shopaholic run free at Jalan Raya Ubud, which is lined with a multitude of boutique clothing shops, art galleries, and museums for your perusal.

Don’t forget to turn into one of its small side roads and explore the hidden treasures there as well. Monkey Forest Road is definitely worth a visit, and not just because it’s got some of the best clothing shops. It’s also the road which passes by the intriguing Ubud Monkey Forest, a sanctuary for grey macaques.

Fight the hunger at Hujan Locale

Another thing that makes Jalan Raya Ubud a great place to spend your afternoon is the amazing food. Here, you can find a variety of restaurants and cafes to fill your stomach, including Hujan Locale by Will Meyrick. This Scottish chef fell head over heels for the spices and flavours of Southeast Asian food and has since set up several stellar restaurants around the region celebrating this unique cuisine. At Hujan Locale, you’ll find authentic Balinese classics with a slight twist, served in a rustic restaurant that has a quaint yet sophisticated charm. Here’s a small tip: try to get a window seat on the upper floor, so you get great views of the streets below.

Find it at Jalan Sri Wedari No.5, Ubud, Bali 80571.
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4. Enchanting rice paddy fields

There’s nothing as quintessentially Balinese as its rice paddy fields. Imagine rolling fields of supple green stalks rustling in the wind, stretching out as far as the eye can see. If you’re there close to the harvest, you’ll be treated to a golden sea of bowed ears of ripened rice. Take a day to cycle or walk along the fields, soaking in the beautiful vistas Bali has to offer.

Dine under the stars at The Restaurant at The Chedi Club

Walking along paddy fields is an amazing experience, but eating in the middle of the paddy fields is equally fulfilling. At The Restaurant at The Chedi Club, you can view enchanting vistas of Tanah Gajah’s emerald paddies, set against the backdrop of Bali’s sacred mountains, while dining on gourmet Asian and Western cuisine. Don’t miss their authentic Balinese foods, complete with bumbu spices that are prepared fresh every day.

If you loved the food so much, you wish you could have it every day, go for the cooking class conducted by the restaurant’s very own “Mama Bali”. Ibu Ni Myoman Adriani dishes out pearls of culinary wisdom to classes of up to six guests, so you can have a taste of Bali in your own kitchen.

Find it at Tengkulak Kaja, Jalan Raya Goa Gajah, Ubud, Gianyar, Bali 80571
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5. The extravagant Blanco Renaissance Museum

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Philippine-born Spanish maestro Don Antonio Blanco is the most famous painter to have called Bali home. His enthralling and fanciful works will capture your imagination with their depictions of regal Balinese women in elegant, exquisite poses. In the museum, you’ll enter Blanco’s world, an exotic mix of oriental Balinese and extravagant Spanish influences.

Perched on a hilltop overlooking the lush Campuhan valley, the museum was, in fact, Blanco’s home. Visitors can explore the entire museum grounds, which includes not only the extravagant house but also family’s temple and its paradisal gardens. You’ll also get to eat at a brand-new gourmet restaurant dedicated to giving you the best dinner of your life.

Satisfy your stomachs at BLANCO Par Mandif

BLANCO Par Mandif is a snazzy new restaurant sporting an impressive degustation menu. You’ll fall head over heels in love with the delectable dishes, made by the award-winning chef Mandif. Everything on the menu is a celebration of Balinese cuisine. Full of local flavours and using only the best of the best seasonal ingredients, Chef Mandif will take you on a gastronomic journey you’ll never forget.

Find it at Kompleks Museum Blanco, Jalan Raya Tjampuhan, Ubud, Gianyar, Bali 80571.
Earn 2X Chope-Dollars with the code TASTYBLOG.

Lest we forget, check out these Chope Exclusives in Bali while you’re at it! Trust us – your wallet (and stomach) will thank you.

Tags bali, Travel, Ubud, Ubud Food Festival

Lifestyle Reviews Singapore Singapore

Popeye’s Chicken & Waffle Review + A Guide to Chicken & Waffles in Singapore

Post author By Emerline Su
Post date April 5, 2018
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A few weeks ago, we told all of you that Popeye’s has released Chicken & Waffles, which will only be on their menus until 28 April. Today, we’re going to give you the low-down on this new contender in the Chicken-Waffle arena. Is it worth the hype?

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Popeye’s is all about fried chicken, so it’s no surprise that their “chicken” side of this dish would be tasty. The fried chicken was crispy on the outside, and tender on the inside. It was also full of smoky Cajun flavours that Popeye’s is best known for. Slightly spicy and with a satisfying crunch, we haven’t got much to complain about here. However, it could definitely have done without the nacho cheese and chili sauce which were both a tad too artificial-tasting.

A really good waffle should look something like this: thick and golden-brown, crisp on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside. Sadly, the waffles at Popeye’s aren’t exactly to die for. They definitely had the crispness nailed but sans the soft and fluffy.

Verdict

Overall, Popeye’s Chicken & Waffles are pretty ok, considering the low price point ($6.90 for ala carte, $8.90 for a meal including a drink and side). While it wasn’t terrible, it’s not quite a list-topper either. The dish is a pretty good low-budget option but it would have been nice if it was more satisfying.

Check out this list of restaurants that you can go to for more spots to get your Chicken & Waffle treat!

1. Montana: With a Southern twist

If you’re in love with all the smoky spices of Southern cuisine, then this is the place to get it. Their fried chicken has a golden-brown and crispy batter, which breaks open to release a mouthful of juicy, tender, and flavourful chicken meat. As for the waffles, we’re delighted to say that they’ve achieved that perfect balance between crisp and fluffy, resulting in a light, comforting waffle that’s a worthy complement to the chicken. The dish is served with homemade spicy coleslaw and corn salsa that keeps it from being too heavy.

Find it at 1 Selegie Road, #02-25, PoMo, Singapore 188306.
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2. OverEasy: All-American, always satisfying

This cheeky restaurant brings the classic American diner to Singapore, complete with thick milkshakes, juicy burgers, and everyone’s favourite chicken wings. But wait, there’s more: the chicken wings are served on top of waffles. Tender and packed full of flavour, the wings are some of the best we’ve ever eaten, while the waffles don’t let us down either. The entire ensemble comes with whipped honey butter and maple syrup. They come in American-sized portions too, more than enough for two.

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3. The Beast: Making the most of your cheat day

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You either go big or go home at The Beast, Singapore’s first ever bourbon bar. Apart from a huge selection of quality bourbon, they’ve also got an amazing kitchen cooking up a chicken and waffles dish that’s a worthy addition to your cheat day menu. You’ll be served a generous piece of juicy fried chicken that’s absolutely irresistible and indulgently sinful, sitting on a bed of airy waffles. Just wait till you get to the bourbon-infused syrup. One does not simply waste alcoholic syrup.

Find it at 17 Jalan Klapa, Singapore 199329
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4. Clinton Street Baking Company: Flavour Heaven

What we really love about Clinton Street’s chicken and waffles is the seasoning on the chicken, which is absolutely on point! The buttermilk adds a rich flavour to round out the intense spices, and the chicken breast remains tender while the batter is fried to crispy, golden perfection, while the waffles are soft and fluffy, infused with vanilla and more buttermilk. What really lifts this dish is the maple butter, which tastes as good as it sounds. Put all three parts together and you’ve got paradise in your mouth.

Find it at 31 Purvis Street, Singapore 188608
Earn 2X Chope-Dollars with code TASTYBLOG.

5. Arteastiq: A healthier option

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Now, we understand that there are two types of people: those who pig out on their cheat day, and those who still try to maintain some semblance of health consciousness. If you belong to the latter, then the chicken & waffles here are perfect for you. Instead of deep-fried chicken, the buttermilk chicken is pan-fried then placed on a bed of red onions, veggies, cashew nuts, and Thai mayonnaise. Underneath, the waffles are whole-wheat. Who says healthy foods can’t be yummy?

Find it at 333A Orchard Road, Mandarin Gallery, #04-14/15, Singapore 238867.
Click here for more information on Arteastiq.

6. Revelry: Comforting and classic

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Dedicated wholly to waffles, this bright and cheery cafe in Bukit Timah is already one of our favourites. Among many other waffle-based concoctions, their version of chicken and waffles is a flawless rendition of a timeless classic. It’s the ultimate comfort food: simple, straightforward, and absolutely delicious. A large, tender piece of chicken thigh with a crunchy batter sits invitingly on a golden-brown waffle that’s thick and fluffy, but still crispy. Nestled on the side of the plate is a generous serving of maple syrup you can drown the chicken in. Yum!

Find it at 21 Lor Kilat, Singapore 598123.
Click here for more information on Revelry.

7. Monniker: The ultimate level-up

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The good people at Monniker looked at chicken and waffles and said “you know what this needs? Cheese and an egg.” And boy, were they right. Get the ultimate brunch meal with their immensely indulgent dish. You’ve got a slab of juicy chicken covered in melted cheddar, and sandwiched between two pieces of waffle. As if that wasn’t enough, the stack is topped with a sunny-side up smiling up at you. Are you salivating yet? We definitely are.

Find it at 387 Balestier Road, Singapore 329795.
Click here for more information on Monniker.

Tags Brunch, Chicken and Waffles, Fried Chicken, Popeye's, Singapore

Deals & Specials Lifestyle Singapore Singapore

10 Best Seafood Places in Singapore

Post author By Michelle Tan
Post date April 5, 2018
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It’s no secret that Singapore loves its seafood. Finding a good spot can be daunting, so we’ll save you the time with our top 10 restaurants to get the best seafood in town!

JUMBO Seafood

Say ‘seafood’ in Singapore and the name ‘JUMBO’ is always a list-topper. As one of the pioneering seafood spots in Singapore and winner of the ‘Best Seafood’ category in the Diners’ Choice Awards 2017, you know that you’re in good hands here.

JUMBO is best known for their award-winning Chili Crab, where big, meaty crustaceans are cooked in mouthwatering, tangy chilli gravy. Other notable dishes include Fried Prawns with Cereal, Crispy Baby Squid, and Golden Egg Salted Prawns.

Earn 2X Chope-Dollars with the code TASTYBLOG when you book at the following locations:

FiSK Seafoodbar & Market

Although underrated, Scandinavia remains one of the best producers of seafood in the world. Luckily for Singapore, we get to have a little taste without leaving our little red dot: FiSK Seafoodbar & Market is a restaurant and retail concept where you can dine and shop for cold water seafood and Norwegian products all in one place.

Executive Chef Markus Dybwad and his team take high-quality cold water seafood and transform them into dishes that excite your senses. Tuck into their Smoked Salmon & Scrambled Egg, and let its simplicity win you over like how it did us. Want to have your mind blown? Try their Uni Ice-Cream. #lifechanger

Give yourself a little love this month when you make a booking at FiSK: score 1-for-1 mains with the promo code CE4FS*.

Find it at 30 Stevens Road, #01-01, Singapore 257840
Earn 2X Chope-Dollars with the code TASTYBLOG*
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*Note: Only one promo code can be applied per reservation.

New Ubin Seafood

Dishing out quality dishes with exquisite flavours, this Bib Gourmand restaurant is loved by locals for their unique approach to traditional dishes. Some of their menu heavyweights include the Great Shovel Nose Ray, steamed to a tee in a light savoury sauce. Can’t make do without crab? You’ll be happy to know that New Ubin Seafood’s XXL Sri Lankan Crabs are delivered live daily so you can enjoy them in your favourite Singaporean-style, whether dripping with chilli sauce, fried with black pepper, or baked in garlic. Wash that all down with a pint of beer, as you munch on Hei Chor, a Hokkien-style dish of bite-sized deep fried prawn rolls.

Find it at 63 Hillview Ave, Level 6 Canteen, Singapore 669569
Earn 2X Chope-Dollars with the code TASTYBLOG

Uni Gallery by Ooster Bay

If maximum pampering is what you seek, you’ll definitely find it here. Tucked away at The Plaza, Uni Gallery is a cosy spot where you can get one of the best and freshest uni (sea urchin) in town. Dining here is the ultimate indulgence; have your mind blown when you tuck into one of their Umami Bombs, where plump oysters are topped with luscious uni and gleaming globules of ikura roe, and drizzled with ponzu sauce. New to uni and can’t decide which to start from? Their Uni Sampler Set will have you sorted.

Find it at 7500A Beach Road, #B1-310, The Plaza, Singapore 199591
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Dancing Crab

Leave the formalities at the door because this homely establishment encourages you to get messy, staying true to its country-style Cajun roots. Dining at Dancing Crab can go a little something like this: choose any of the seafood combos in a bag (you can customise your own as well), the dish gets served to you on the table, and you dive in with your bare hands. If not, you could also go for their single plates such as Seafood Jambalaya, Gumbo, Pasta “Goreng” and other scrumptious selections.

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Guenpin Fugu & Snow Crab Restaurant

Why stick to the conventional seafood when you can live life on the edge and tuck into an exotic meal instead? Cue the infamous puffer fish or fugu, a (deadly) delicacy that adventurous foodies should try at least once in their lives. Guenpin Fugu & Snow Crab serves one of the best in town, and with a wide array of it to boot! You can have you fugu deep fried, grilled, in a hot pot, sashimi, and what-have-you, but a must-try is their Parboiled Puffer Fish Skin Sashimi, hands down.

For the month of April, book and dine with the code CE4GF* to score their 1-for-1 Goka Shabushabu Course set menu!

Find it at 32 Maxwell Road, #01-06, Maxwell Chambers, Singapore 069115
Earn 2X Chope-Dollars with the code TASTYBLOG*

*Note: Only one promo code can be applied per reservation.

Captain K Seafood Tower (Middle Road)

If the name of this establishment hasn’t given it away yet, we’ll give you a hint: this place serves up succulent, fresh seafood piled high in tiers and steamed to perfection. The straightforward dining experience makes it a breeze too. Your choices of seafood are stacked atop your preferred soup base, then watch as they are steamed in each tier from top to bottom. The result? You get a pile of luscious delights and their flavourful juices collected in the base, adding a richness of taste that will prove oh-so-delectable.

We’re giving you something a little special this April: snag a 1-for-1 Oysters, Scallops, Prawns or Clams (1 tier) when you book a table at Captain K with the code CE4CK*!

Find it at 112 Middle Road, #01-00, Midland House, Singapore 188970
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*Note: Only one promo code can be applied per reservation.

NUDE Seafood

With reference to their philosophy of serving NUtritious and DElicious seafood, NUDE Seafood keeps its dishes simple and au natural. They focus on simply seasoned fresh ingredients specifically cooked to bring out the best of their natural flavours – and what better way to enjoy seriously good seafood than this?

We recommend going for their Hickory-Smoked Salmon, where a hefty slab of grilled salmon is served with forbidden grains and a side of purple Cabbage tossed in Ponzu-olive oil emulsion. Japanophiles will also love their Kaisen Don that’s practically indulgence in a bowl.

Find it at 12 Marina Boulevard, #01-02, Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 3, Singapore 018982
Earn 2X Chope-Dollars with the code TASTYBLOG

Greenwood Fish Bistro

Residents in the West have kept this homely little bistro a secret, but true seafood fans know that it’s a place worth sussing out. Where it originally started as a fish market, Greenwood Fish Bistro has evolved to cater to the appetite of its customers who couldn’t wait to eat the day’s freshest catch.

From their simplest Crab Cake to their more elaborate dishes such as Lobster & Beef, Seafood Rice, or Red Miso Cod, you’re bound to find something to fall in love with. Fancy a little wine to go with your meal? Don’t worry, their impressive wine selection (with over 120 different bottles!) will have you covered.

Find it at 34 & 38 Greenwood Avenue, Singapore 289236
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Tsukiji Fish Market Restaurant

Every seafood lover knows that the word ‘Tsukiji’ is synonymous with fresh seafood. As a little slice of seafood heaven on earth (or in this case, Singapore), you can anticipate gorgeous seafood spreads done in every way possible, whether you like it fresh, deep fried, or grilled.

If there’s one dish that is a signature item at Tsukiji Fish Market Restaurant, it is the Tsukiji Special Bara Chirashi Sushi Don – a cornucopia of the most tantalising salmon, swordfish, tuna, salmon roe, and uni sashimi, this is a great tummy-filler no matter what your mood is! With so many choices available, Tsukiji Fish Market Restaurant is a sure-fire hit.

Find it at 181 Orchard Road, #12-02, Orchard Central, Singapore 238896
Earn 2X Chope-Dollars with the code TASTYBLOG

And if you haven’t heard, Chope’s bringing you an ocean’s worth of exclusives this month to curb your seafood cravings. From 1-for-1 seafood specials to exclusive seafood menus, get your hands on them while you can!

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Egg-cellent Restaurants to Satisfy Your Egg Cravings

Post author By Emerline Su
Post date April 3, 2018
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We know that Easter was over two days ago, but we just can’t get over all those all-day breakfasts we had over the weekend. If, like us, you’re still craving a wholesome, eggy meal, here are 8 restaurants serving delicious egg dishes that will push the boundaries of egg preparation. Let’s get cracking!

1. Hatched

If you think that scrambled eggs, omelettes, and sunny-side-ups are all you can do with eggs, then you have to visit Hatched. As the name suggests, the restaurant is in love with all things egg. Baked, boiled, fried, poached, or scrambled, they’ve got them all and more.

Watch the team at Hatched pair this simple ingredient with a multitude of veggies, sauces and other sides – you’ll be amazed at how versatile it is! Their extensive all-day breakfast menu features everything from classics like Eggs Benedict to Asian-inspired twists like salted egg dressing so you can have breakfast all day, your way.

Our personal favourite is the Papillote. It’s got smoked salmon, crispy slices of toast, potatoes and, of course, runny scrambled eggs. What’s not to love?

Find it at 267 Holland Avenue, Holland Village, Singapore 278989.
Earn 2X Chope-Dollars with the code TASTYBLOG.

2. Gudetama

The world’s favourite lazy egg is coming to grace the plates and fill the bellies of Singaporeans! Many of the restaurant’s dishes feature the unmistakably lethargic face of the beloved Gudetama, who slouches on pieces of waffle, inside your soup, and can even be found “nua”-ing on top of breakfast sausages.

By the end of the meal, your stomach will be pleasantly filled with hearty dishes like steaks, burgers, and breakfast platters, while your phone’s photo gallery will turn into a Gudetama shrine.

Make sure to order the Eggcited Cajun Chicken with Waffles. We’re talking smoky cajun chicken thigh on top of a fluffy waffle, topped with an adorable Gudetama sunny-side-up and served with maple syrup and fresh cream. Essentially, main course and dessert all on one plate – eggciting!

Find it at 3 Temasek Boulevard, 01-361 Suntec City Mall, Singapore 038983.
Earn 2X Chope-Dollars with the code TASTYBLOG.

3. OMU

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OMU is a little restaurant at Suntec City serving up lava omurice. Wait, what’s lava omurice? To put it simply, it’s omurice heaven. Think a beautiful, fluffy omelette sitting on a bed of rice, and here’s the best part: when the omelette is sliced open, it blankets the rice to reveal a delicious, gooey pile that looks just like perfectly-cooked scrambled eggs. The creamy, melt-in-your-mouth eggs go perfectly with the warm rice, creating a meal that’s like a big, warm hug for your insides. Make sure you don’t have any other plans for the afternoon, because you’ll go straight into a blissful food coma.

We definitely recommend getting the Omu Rice with Demi-Glace Sauce. The tart, rich sauce goes perfectly with the silky-smooth lava egg, creating a little piece of heaven for your palate.

Find it at 3 Temasek Boulevard, #01-301A/301B (PN), Suntec City Mall, Singapore 038983.
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4. Pecori Japanese Egg Restaurant

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The best thing to do after a long day of walking is to sit down somewhere and dig into a steaming plate of comfort food. Pecori Japanese Restaurant gives you exactly that. Located in Liang Court at the heart of town, it’s the perfect place to rest your tired feet and fill your growling stomach with some delicious omurice.

You can customise everything from the sauce to the toppings, so you’ll get exactly what you’re looking for. With generous portions of soft, slightly runny eggs hugging fluffy fried rice, and free-flow salad and soup during dinner, we guarantee you’ll go in hungry and leave very, very satisfied.

If you don’t know where to start, go for the Omurice with Mentaiko Sauce. The sauce is creamy and smooth but still full of umami, and is topped with a generous serving of nori too!

Find it at 177 River Valley Road, #B1-31 Liang Court, Singapore 179030.
Click here for more information on Pecori Japanese Egg Restaurant.

The following restaurants aren’t utterly devoted to eggs but that doesn’t mean they can’t make a mean omelette! Read on to find out about egg dishes so good, they’d make any mother hen proud.

5. Restaurant Labyrinth’s Soft Boiled Eggs

This amazing modern gastronomy restaurant will surprise you at every turn. On the surface, they seem to serve typical Singaporean kopitiam foods – teh tarik, kaya toast, porridge… all the familiar foods we grew up with. However, once you pick up your fork and dig in, you’ll realise that the dishes aren’t what you expected at all. The porridge is, in fact, a soya bean pudding, while the kaya toast is a meringue in disguise. One of their signature dishes is the Soft Boiled Eggs, which looks just like Singapore’s favourite breakfast, but is actually mango sticky rice made to look like a just-opened egg.

Find it at 8 Raffles Avenue, Esplanade Mall #02-23, Singapore 039802.
Earn 2X Chope-Dollars with the code TASTYBLOG.

6. Antoinette’s Salted Lava Yolk Croissants

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Although it’s named after the infamous French queen Marie Antoinette, we won’t be eating cake at Antoinette. Today, we’re going for their Salted Yolk Lava Croissants, which are the best in Singapore. Every bite of the light pastry is a mouthful of sweet-and-savoury heaven. The croissant is made traditionally, by layering dough and butter innumerable times, resulting in a crisp, flaky pastry. It’s filled with the star of the show: egg yolk custard, which is smooth and creamy, made using real salted egg yolk. The filling is more savoury than sweet as well, retaining that addictive authentic salted egg yolk taste we’ve all come to love.

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7. Springleaf Prata Place’s Plaster Blaster

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No, we’re not going to talk about their egg prata – the egg-citing surprise Springleaf Prata has in store is much better. It’s their very own invention, made especially for the Ultimate Hawker Fest 2017: the Plaster Blaster! The dish is a combination of prata and brunch: plain prata topped with slices of ham and a poached egg, finished with a drizzle of homemade masala hollandaise.

If you think there’s no way a humble prata shop can do poached eggs and hollandaise, think again. The eggs yolks are silky and runny while the hollandaise is creamy and smooth. Warning: once you taste this, just prata and/or brunch will never be enough again.

Springleaf Garden, 1 Thong Soon Avenue, Singapore 787431.
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8. Ronin Cafe’s Scrambled Eggs

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This hole-in-the-wall establishment has gained fame for making the simplest of dishes inexplicably delicious. They’re known having the best Eggs & Toast dish in Singapore, and it’s not hard to see why.

Simplicity is the name of the game here, as the humble egg takes centre stage in this dish and blows us all away. The eggs are silky and creamy, and slightly runny as well – the perfect consistency for everyone’s favourite comfort food. They’re also bursting with flavour, seasoned just right to bring out the fragrance and subtle sweetness in the egg. When you’re done, you’ll be torn between asking for seconds and lounging around in a satisfied daze.

Find it at 17 Hongkong Street, Singapore 059660.
Click here for more information on Ronin Cafe.

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Chope Egg Hunt 2018 Deals & Specials Singapore Singapore

[Egg Hunt Hint!] Chope’s Monthly Deals: April

Post author By Emerline Su
Post date April 2, 2018
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Hungry? We’re sure you are. Satiate that growling tummy of yours with the great food and great savings! Here’s our roundup of Chope’s monthly specials that you won’t want to miss. This month, we’ve got 1-for-1 seafood, amazing discounts, and our Chope egg hunt to help you earn more Chope-Dollars every week. And no, this isn’t an April Fool’s joke.

Singapore

Look out for our egg-citing Egg Hunt coming up this month! We’ll be dropping Easter eggs on restaurant pages, and each egg scores you a total of 200 Chope-Dollars per reservation. Plus, find the golden egg and you’ll get 400 Chope-Dollars! All you have to do is check back on the blog every week, where we’ll be posting hints that help you figure out where the eggs are, and you could win bonus Chope-Dollars every week, so stay tuned!

In this month’s Chope Exclusives, we’re reeling you in hook, line, and sinker with our line-up of goodies! We’ve got 1-for-1 seafood specials at great joints like Guenpin Fugu & Snowcrab Restaurant, Gyuu+, and Barnacles. Now you can dive into plates of oysters, fresh fish, and more without putting a dent in your wallet.

Bangkok

You already know you can get 500 THB off your total bill when you pay using your VISA card, but did you know that a Citi-VISA gets you an even bigger discount? When you book a table at restaurants on our VISA specials and pay with Citibank, you can save not just 500, but 650 THB.

And if you haven’t got a VISA, you can still get great meals for less with this month’s Chope Exclusives. Look out for 1-for-1 mains and 50% off at restaurants like El Tapeo – Spanish Eatery & Wine Bar and Rock Restaurant & Bar.

Jakarta

Dinner for two? Save on 50% of the 2nd diner’s meal at these restaurants. Or, you could bring your date to one of these eateries to enjoy this month’s Chope Exclusive offers. We’ve also got free beer for you when you book a table one (or all) at these hotspots. Cheers!

If you haven’t downloaded the Chope app, now would be a great time to do it. Otherwise, you’ll be missing out on a IDR 100,000 discount at restaurants like Black Sheep, Eric Kayser, and more. These specials are exclusive to bookings made on the app, so hurry and download it now!

Bali

Treat yourself to great savings and an even better meal when you book a table at one of our Chope Exclusives restaurants! This month, we’ve got 1-for-1 mains at Jahe Restaurant, 30% off plus a free dessert at Grow Bali, and lots of complimentary cocktails. Once you’ve eaten your fill, don’t forget to turn those Chope-Dollars you’ve earned into vouchers that can get you up to 300,000 IDR discounts at these restaurants.

Chope’s very own Egg Hunt has started! To find this week’s egg, the clue is “new in seafood“. Happy Hunting!

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Who’s Who at This Year’s World Gourmet Summit?

Post author By Emerline Su
Post date March 31, 2018
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The World Gourmet Summit is back, and it’s a foodie’s dream come true! For a whole month, you’ll get to taste the best food in the world, straight from the hands of the best chefs in the world.

This year, it’s all about discovery. Chefs from all over the world, especially central and eastern Europe and Asia, will flock to Singapore to serve up the lesser-known cuisines of their home countries. Read on to find out more about some of these amazing and inspiring chefs we’re just dying to meet.

Raymond Blanc

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Here’s an inspirational story for all our aspiring chefs: French culinary legend Raymond Blanc is completely self-taught! We’re serious – the man who’s won both an honourary Order of the British Empire and the insignia of Chevalier in the Ordre National de La Légion d’Honneur (the highest French decoration) for his prowess in the kitchen has never had an ounce of official training. Apparently, he only started cooking for a crowd when the chef at a restaurant he waited tables for fell ill, and he took over to save the day. Forget Wolverine, this guy’s origin story is the craziest we’ve ever heard.

Jumping forty-six years into the future, he’s now the most respected chef in the world, with several Michelin-starred restaurants under his belt. The jewel in his crown is undoubtedly Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons, which has earned and kept 2 Michelin stars for three decades.

For the first time in twenty-two years, Chef Raymond Blanc is back for the World Gourmet Summit, where he’ll be hosting a masterclass and cooking up a storm of French delights you won’t want to miss.

Get your tickets today!

Patrizia di Benedetto

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Presenting Chef Patrizia di Benedetto, Queen of Sicilian cuisine, Breaker of glass ceilings, and Mother of the Michelin-starred Bye Bye Blues. This impressive lady has pretty much achieved all our #goals. She quit her sensible accounting job to chase her dreams and open the restaurant Bye Bye Blues in 1991, which has since won a Michelin star and the title of “Best Restaurant in Palermo”. And get this: she’s the only female Sicilian chef to have a Michelin star!

If you think Italian cuisine is all about pasta, pizzas, and risottos, then think again. This year, Patrizia di Benedetto graces the World Gourmet Summit to take your perceptions of Italian food and toss them out the window. Sail with her into the shores of Sicily and discover a side of Italian cooking you’ve never seen before, with a whole new set of ingredients and culinary traditions.

Yuroslav Artuykh

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Ukrainian chef Yuroslav Aruykh hasn’t enjoyed the fame of other chefs in the World Gourmet Summit, but we’re sure the world will be hearing much more of him in the years to come. Although he’s the youngest chef by far, let’s not forget that age is just a number. Passionately in love with his country’s cuisine, he’s a traditionalist through and through, celebrating Ukraine’s culture through food.

Let Chef Yuroslav Artuykh take you on a journey through the forests, plains, and rivers of Ukraine with his stunning array of traditional dishes. He’s joined by Wine & Gastronomic Advisor Csaba Harmath, who will help you pair your food with delectable cocktails, elevating the unique flavours of the food for an enchanting dining experience. Together, they’ll have you falling head over heels for Ukrainian cuisine in no time. Come fly away with us and get a taste of Ukraine – you won’t regret it!

There are loads more events going on at the World Gourmet Summit this year, so get your tickets here!

On another note: Chope’s very own Egg Hunt has started! Every week, we’ll give you a hint on one of our blog posts leading you to a restaurant page, where you’ll find an Easter egg that’ll score you bonus Chope-Dollars. To find this week’s egg, the clue is “new in seafood“. Happy Hunting!

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1. Hatched

2. Gudetama

3. OMU

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4. Pecori Japanese Egg Restaurant

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5. Restaurant Labyrinth’s Soft Boiled Eggs

6. Antoinette’s Salted Lava Yolk Croissants

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7. Springleaf Prata Place’s Plaster Blaster

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8. Ronin Cafe’s Scrambled Eggs

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