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10 Instagrammable restaurants in Hong Kong

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Hong Kong is known to be a food paradise and has its fair share of absolutely gorgeous Instagram-worthy restaurants. If you’re trying to up your insta game, here are 10 picture-perfect spots to check out!

1. Morokok

Located right in the city centre, this Moroccan joint boasts an exotic decorative style, with the themed outdoor seating being the main selling point. It’s the best place for gatherings and dating, so get your cameras at the ready!

Find it at Unit 801, Gala Place, 56 Dundas Street, Mong Kok, Hong Kong
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2. Maison ES

Want to get away from the hustle and bustle? Stop by this French restaurant in Wan Chai for a hideaway. From the interior design down to the tableware, guests can expect to soak in a luxurious and sophisticated French ambience. Mark this beauty down!

Find it at G/F, 1A Star Street, Wan Chai, Hong Kong (entrance at Electric Street)
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3. Van Gogh SENSES

Van Gogh is a well-known post-impressionist painter, best known for beautifully capturing the simplicity of life in a French countryside. You can marvel at Van Gogh’s art while dining on an exquisite menu.

Find it at Shop 208, 1881 Heritage, 2A Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
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4. Kaum by Potato Head Hong Kong

Featuring a rustic design and the leisurely atmosphere of the popular Bali brand, it’s the perfect spot for chilling out with friends. The shop next to the authentically Indonesian eatery sells handmade products, great for lazy strolls after your meal. Every inch of this restaurant looks so beautiful, it’ll be impossible to take an ugly photo.

Find it at 100 Third St, Sai Ying Pun, Hong Kong
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5. Ophelia

Ophelia is the hottest avant-garde bar in Wan Chai! The elegant environment will surely entice you the moment you wander in. The best time to go? Definitely during Happy Hour for great treats!

Find it at Shop F39A & F41A, 1/F, The Avenue, Lee Tung Avenue, 200 Queen’s Road East, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
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6. Bread Street Kitchen & Bar

The world-renowned chef Gordon Ramsay needs no introduction. Calling The Peak home, you’ll be greeted with breath-taking views of the city while enjoying British delights! If you’re a fan of the celebrity chef, you’ve got to add this to your list!

Find it at Shop G02, G/F, The Peak Galleria, 118 Peak Road, The Peak
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7. Gaddi’s

Nestled in the Hong Kong Peninsula Hotel, Gaddi’s welcomes you with a bright and spacious setting that gets you ready for a sensational dining experience. Trust us, their French classics won’t let you down!

Find it at East Wing 1/F, The Peninsula Hong Kong, 22 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
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8. Old Bailey

Craving for Chinese cuisine? For a taste of Jiangnan and its delicacies, head down to the Tai Kwun Centre for Heritage and Arts. The once Central Police Station has now been renovated into a stunning building, where you can explore and dine in comfort and style.

Find it at Shop 20-2/F, JC Contemporary, Tai Kwun, No.10 Hollywood Road, Central
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9. Le Rêve

In French, Le Rêve is interpreted as a ‘dream’. Living up to its namesake, the dishes here are beautifully plated, exuding a dreamlike essence. The restaurant selects high quality Japanese ingredients, turning them into exquisite French creations for diners’ enjoyment.

Find it at 10/F, Zing!, 38 Yiu Wa Street, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
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10. maze Grill

Known for alfresco and window-side dining with amazing views of the Victoria Harbour, maze Grills is the go-to for beautiful sunset views and the glimmering night scene. The ambience will be absolutely worth it!

Find it at Shop OTE401, 4/F, Ocean Terminal, Harbour City, 3-27 Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
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【10間必去Instagram打卡餐廳】

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今時今日出街食飯，當然唔少得影相打卡！ 即睇呢10間餐廳，環境靚之餘菜式又精緻，影完靚相擺上Instagram一定好多人Like！

1. Morokok

餐廳主打新派泰國菜，摩洛哥風的裝潢充滿異國風情，非常特別！餐廳佔地超過8,000呎，具空間感和戶外座位為主要賣點，影相位一點也不少，絕對是打卡和聚會之選！

地址: 旺角登打士街56號家樂坊8樓801號鋪
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2. Maison ES

想遠離繁囂？一定要去這間灣仔隱世的法國餐廳！推門進内，可見由餐具到佈置都滲透著法式風情，美得令人驚嘆，光是環境就值得瘋狂拍照！

地址: 灣仔星街1A號地舖 (入口位於電氣街)
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3. Van Gogh SENSES

荷蘭畫家梵高舉世聞名，他的後印象派畫作亦深受大家喜歡。這家以他為主題的餐廳，不只以他的畫作裝飾，就連餐碟等細節位置，都加入畫作的元素，裏裏外外都像藝術品一樣，最適合「相機食先」！

地址:尖沙咀廣東道2A號1881 2樓208號舖
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4. Kaum by Potato Head Hong Kong

放假跟朋友到這裡Chill一下吧！正宗印尼菜餐廳，質樸的設計有一股度假悠閑的感覺，旁邊還有手作家品店，吃飯後更可逛逛。別緻的手繪和植物裝飾，很有藝術感，放上instagram一定「呃到like」！

地址: 西環西營盤第三街100號地下
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5. 鳥語花香

利東街的蒲點怎少得Ophelia！天鵝毛絨窗簾配搭孔雀羽毛裝飾，華麗到不得了，置身在優雅的酒吧内，心情特別放鬆，絕對是下班後跟同事或好友去Happy Hour的好去處！

地址: 香港灣仔皇后大道東200號利東街囍匯1樓39A至41A號鋪
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6. Bread Street Kitchen & Bar

Gordon Ramsay這麽有名，他旗下的餐廳當然吸引不少人慕名而去。這家英國餐廳位於山頂，品嘗美食後更可居高臨下欣賞香港的城市美景，無論你是不是Gordon Ramsay的Fans，都值得一試！

地址: 山頂山頂道118號山頂廣場地下G02號舖
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7. 吉地士

位於香港半島酒店中的吉地士，餐廳裝潢瑰麗，那一盞富麗的水晶吊燈氣派十足，讓你體驗高級酒店的服務與美食。這麼有情調的餐廳，跟情人「放閃」最適合！

地址: 尖沙咀梳士巴利道22號香港半島酒店東翼1樓
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8. 奧卑利

到大館當然要影相打卡！除了招牌的旋轉樓梯和特色建築外，這裏還有一家古色雅致的中菜。餐廳主打歷史悠久的江南菜，款式多樣，飯後更加可參觀周遭的藝術文化展覽，文青必到！

地址:中環荷李活道10號大館營房大樓2樓20號舖
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9. Le Rêve

Le Rêve在法文中意思解作「夢」，以夢爲主題的菜式，每一道的擺盤都很精緻，令人不捨得吃掉。餐廳以日本高級食材烹調創意法式料理，配搭捕夢網和蒲公英等裝飾，貫切主題之餘更添夢幻。

地址: 銅鑼灣耀華街38號Zing!10樓
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10. maze Grill

maze Grill最著名的是窗邊和戶外座位，維多利亞港景色一覽無遺，黃昏時分可欣賞日落，晚上又可在醉人的夜景下用餐。優美的環境絕對為餐廳加分不少，到來的話怎少得自拍一下！

地址:尖沙咀廣東道3-27號海港城海運大廈4樓OTE 401號舖
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Weekend Reads: 11 – 13 May

It’s Mother’s Day this weekend! We hope you’ve got something planned, but if you don’t, then you’re in luck – we’ve got just what you need to salvage the situation. Also, is it a coincidence that a blueberry fits perfectly in a raspberry? According to Justin Timberlake, absolutely not.

Mother’s Day checklist: Dinner? Check. Flowers? Check. Presents? Don’t panic just yet! Here are some gift ideas perfect for a foodie mum.

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If you love doughnuts and need a holiday, then this 80-mile doughnut trail in Ohio is the place for you.

In other doughnut-related news, do you fancy being doughnut company Entenmann’s Chief Donut Officer?

Reese’s Pieces and Reese Witherspoon are so adorable, they’re pretty much everyone’s OTP.

It’s time to up your Instagram game with these tips and tricks to help you take drool-worthy photos.

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Justin Timberlake is making “brasberries” – stuffing blueberries into raspberries – a thing.

Tequila shots have nothing on these yummy tequila cocktails.

A truck carrying 12 tons of chocolate flipped over on a Polish highway. Nobody was badly hurt and the roads are now a chocolate river, making this one of the coolest traffic accidents ever.

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Lifestyle Singapore Singapore

Too Thai’d Up for Songkran?

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.
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2. Jim Thompson

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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.
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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.
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4. Long Chim

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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.
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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

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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.
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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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Fresh Eats: All-New in April

It’s Good Friday! What better way to spend your long weekend than having a delicious meal at one of these newly opened restaurants? This month, we introduce Dreamworks-themed food, bold Middle-Eastern cuisine, and more exciting new eats for you to sink your teeth into.

1. ATOUT Restaurant

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Chef Patrick Heuberger is back in the restaurant business with the newly-opened ATOUT Restaurant. “Atout” is French for “Trump Card”, and we’re certainly hoping this casual eatery will bring success to the renown (and greatly missed) chef. Even though it’s been open for just a few weeks, ATOUT has already won the hearts of many diners. Nestled in the midst of lush plants and serving up light nibbles as well as simple sit-down meals, it looks all set to be Singapore’s new favourite mid-day hangout.

Find it at 40C Harding Road, Singapore 249548
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2. Dreamworks Koukou Cafe Singapore

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Is it possible to be too Instagrammable? Dreamworks Koukou Cafe opened last month at Bugis+, and it’s a massive cuteness overload. It serves Asian-themed dishes like dim sum, glutinous rice, and K.B.P (code for kong bak pau), all sporting the adorable faces of your favourite Dreamworks characters. Their “Night Fury Steak Rice” features black glutinous rice in the shape of Toothless’s face, while their dim sum baskets open to reveal Po the Kung Fu Panda.

Find it at 201 Victoria Street, #05-04/05/06, Bugis+, Singapore 188067
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3. Caffe Fernet

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Caffe Fernet is an Italian restaurant with a refreshing concept: elegance in simplicity. It breathes new life into classic Italian flavours with deceptively minimalist dishes that are really, really, good. The key is high-quality ingredients served with just a little bit of seasoning because truly good food doesn’t need frills and fancy touches to shine. Don’t forget to order one of their classic cocktails to complement your food either. Lovers of good food, good cocktails, or both should definitely visit Caffe Fernet for modern Italian dining done perfectly right.

Find it at 70 Collyer Quay, #01-05, Customs House, Singapore 049323
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4. Winederlust

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Everyone dreams of finding that combination of wine and food that’s a match made in heaven. With Winederlust, a cellar door-concept bistro with more than 300 wine labels from breweries all over the world, finding the perfect wine and dish pairing just got easier. Their extensive wine collection lets you have your favourite tried-and-tested wines as well as lesser-known vintages from Uruguay and Morocco for the more adventurous. Whether you’re a novice or a connoisseur, Winederlust lets you taste and learn more about wines in a relaxed and welcoming environment.

Find it at 2 Dickson Road, Wanderlust Hotel, Singapore 209494
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5. Ma Cuisine

Here’s another wine bar with an extensive wine list for your perusal. Ma Cuisine gives you a taste of the finer things in life, featuring over 600 wine labels to go with a short yet sweet menu of French classics, many of which come straight from the Burgundian chef’s family cookbook. The gastro-bar is distinctively drinks-first, letting wine lovers design their menu around the drinks. You can get everything from hearty meals to late-night nibbles at Ma Cuisine, along with a glass of fine vintage French wine.

Find it at 38 Craig Road, Singapore 089676
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6. Takayama Japanese Restaurant

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Step into the world of exquisite elegance at Takayama Japanese Restaurant. Takayama embodies omenatashi, serving you with the composure and grace unique to Japanese hospitality. Watch Executive Chef Takayama, who has worked at Michelin-starred restaurant and served dignitaries like Japan’s Crown Prince and Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, design his menu and delicately craft your dishes to perfection, using only the freshest ingredients while they’re at their peak.

Find it at 6A Shenton Way, #01-09/10, Downtown Gallery, Singapore 068815
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7. Kamo Soba Keisuke

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Chef Keisuke brings his famous duck ramen to Singapore with the opening of Kamo Soba Keisuke in Holland Village. Duck isn’t commonly found in Japanese cuisine, but Chef Keisuke incorporates delectable slices of the fatty, juicy meat into his ramen flawlessly. Like all good ramen restaurants, there are a huge selection of broths to choose from to suit all tastes. Sitting on a bed of springy noodles are mouth-watering slices of duck, duck meatballs, and the ever-present seaweed and eggs. Time to grab a pair of chopsticks and dive in!

Find it at 16A, Lor Mambong, Singapore 277677
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8. LES45

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Short for Lower East Side 45, this restaurant and bar by Hidden Door Concepts takes Mexican cuisine to new heights. Enjoy authentic gourmet Mexican eats on the 45th floor of Singapore Land Tower. No bright-yellow nacho cheese nor chilli con carne here – that’s Tex-Mex you’re thinking of. Instead, expect authentic plates such as Scallop Aguachile, Chicken Tinga, and more.

The bar serves some great drinks as well, using only top-quality artisanal spirits in their cocktails. Pair your food with a refreshing tequila or sweet sangria for a more indulgent experience.

Find it at 50 Raffles Place #45-03, Singapore Land Tower, Singapore 048623
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9. Fat Prince

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Cafe meets kebabery at Fat Prince, an upscale Istanbul-inspired eatery in Tanjong Pagar. Bold Middle-Eastern influences permeate the cafe, from the exotic flavours to the intricate silverware brought in from the markets of Marrakech. Their menu is innovative and contemporary, blending rich flavours with vibrant seasonal ingredients that you won’t be able to get enough of.

Fat Prince’s selection of drinks is nothing to scoff at either. Authentic Turkish coffee is brewed in a sand pit and their bar serves wine from Lebanon, Morocco, and Jordan, as well as cocktails infused with bright Middle-Eastern flavours.

Find it at 48 Peck Seah Street, Singapore 079317
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10. Haru

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Easties can rejoice, because this new rice bowl joint just opened on Guillemard Road! Haru is a modern Izakaya restaurant offering healthy bowls of superfoods like kale and avocado sitting on multigrain rice or soba. When night falls, you can be treated to their rendition of the Chazuke. Douse your rice with a Korean tea-soup made with anchovy, kelp, and premium tea leaves for a unique dish bursting with umami. The best part: despite using luxe ingredients like lobster and ribeye, the bowls are surprisingly affordable, with options well below $20.

Find it at 100 Guillemard Road #01-06, Singapore 399718
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11. BlackTap

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Ladies and gents, this is the moment we’ve all been waiting for: BlackTap is finally here in Singapore! Get award-winning speciality burgers like the Greg Norman Burger, featuring wagyu beef, buttermilk-dill sauce, and soft potato buns. You can bring your vegan friends too, because BlackTap offers a vegan burger, complete with gluten-free buns. Let’s not forget the famous CrazyShake™ milkshakes too – get ready to sink your straws into indulgent, sinfully decadent milkshakes sporting over-the-top decorations!

Find it at L1-80, Bay Level, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956
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Club Street Social’s Lunch Menu Gets Our Stamp of Approval

Club Street Social is known for being a great place to relax, soak up Singapore’s nightlife, and…have an excellent lunch? No really, how did we overlook the fact that this popular bar transforms from classy, glamorous joint at night to vintage cafe in the day. To remedy this error, we joined the crowds from Chinatown and Telok Ayer, and hopped on down to give their delicious and healthy lunch fare a go. (Spoiler: We liked it.)

 

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Appetiser: Beetroot and Burrata Salad

Even if you’re not a huge fan of salads, you have to try the Beetroot & Burrata Salad. All its elements are deliberately chosen to complement each other, making this much better than the usual bowl of assorted veggies, toppings, and a drizzle of dressing.

Chunks of beetroot, sweet slices of orange, and fragrant hazelnuts sit atop a bed of fluffy quinoa. The entire bowl is topped with a generous knob of creamy burrata cheese and given an addictive finish of nutty, browned butter, making it just sinful enough to be immensely satisfying. We had to force ourselves to stop eating to save space for other dishes (but I couldn’t stop nibbling on the burrata cheese!). Plus, don’t get us started on its visual appeal.

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Quinoa dyed beetroot pink, eye-catching orange slices, milky-white cheese, and a tinge of vibrant green coriander makes this a feast for the eyes as well as the stomach. The whole salad is a gorgeous mix of colours, flavours, and textures that combine to make each bite even better than the last.

 

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Sharing Snacks: Saffron Risotto Balls

Fried to golden-brown perfection, the Saffron Risotto Balls are a decadent and tempting treat. When you bite into them, the initial satisfying crunch melts into a pillow-soft mouthful of rich, saffron-infused rice.

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But our favourite bit was the surprise in the middle: a core of stretchy, melty, delicious cheese. These nibbles are served with Club Street Social’s very own smoky tomato sauce; its charred, tangy flavours enhance the sweet and slightly pungent saffron.

 

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Sandwich: Chicken Panini

For those bemoaning the lack of grab-and-go or eat-at-my-desk options, don’t speak too soon! We ordered the Chicken Panini and it was hands down our favourite dish of the day. Slices of sous vide chicken breast, sweet Roma tomatoes, earthy coriander pesto are sandwiched between slices of crunchy, light, toasted ciabatta, creating a marvellously comforting panini that showcases the beauty of simplicity.

You can tell that the panini is carefully prepared to bring out the best in the each and every ingredient. Thanks to the sous vide cooking, the chicken breast is tender and moist. The fresh tomatoes are sweet and balanced by the mellow taste of the coriander pesto. We’re ashamed to say that we spent too much time taking photos and didn’t get around to eating the panini until much later, but amazingly the bread didn’t get soggy at all and still retained a hearty bite without being overly chewy.

Overall, the Chicken Panini is everything a sandwich should be. It’s simple and comforting, with fresh ingredients which all go perfectly together to give you mouthfuls of pure bliss.

 

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Main Course: Farro Risotto

The first thing we noticed about this dish was its unique presentation: rice coated in a vibrant green sauce and garnished with a sprinkle of fried spinach. If you’re a fan of goat’s cheese, you’ll go crazy for the Farro Risotto, which is topped with generous slices of seared goat’s cheese that’s just barely starting to melt. Made with farro instead of the usual Arborio rice, the risotto has a pleasant bite, somewhat like brown rice, that sets it apart from its softer cousins. Its beautiful green sauce is made from spinach; though it’s a little plain on its own, the goat’s cheese really lifts the sauce and brings out the veggie’s light fragrance.

Grab a lunch set!

Your appetite might love the sound of lunch at the fabulously chic Club Street, but we understand if your bank account is a tad hesitant. Never fear; you’ll be able to solve the age-old dilemma of wallet vs stomach with Club Street Social’s lunch set. Order any main you like, and top up just $5 to add on a soup or salad of the day, plus a dessert and cup of coffee or tea.

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7 of the Prettiest Restaurants in the World

Fancy dining in a 120,000-year-old cave? How about 5 metres under the sea? Restaurants all over the world are taking the gastronomic experience up a notch with their spectacular views, unique locations, delightful ambience, and fantastic service. From Singapore, all the way to Monaco, these 7 prettiest restaurants in the world are sure to make it to your travel bucket list!

 

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Ithaa @ The Maldives

Dine on fine, contemporary European cuisine 16 feet (5 metres) under the sea. Ithaa is the world’s first all-glass undersea restaurant, rated “the most beautiful restaurant in the world” by New York Daily News in 2014.  The dining area is an acrylic structure built with a transparent roof, with the pristine Maldives sea resting overhead. Enjoy 270° views of the undersea while savouring the gourmet food. Whenever you look up, you’ll see beautiful sea creatures swimming around in clear blue waters.

Find it at Conrad Maldives, Rangali Island, 20077, Maldives

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Ristorante La Sponda @ Positano, Italy

The atmosphere, view, and ambience at Ristorante La Sponda will make dining here a night to remember. Perfect for a romantic night out, the Michelin-starred restaurant is illuminated by four hundred candles every evening. In the day, you’ll be greeted with spectacular views of Positano and the vast blue Mediterranean sea. As for the food, you can expect light Mediterranean cuisine made using fresh local ingredients.

Find it at 30 Via Cristoforo Colombo Positano, Campania 84017

 

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Sirocco Restaurant @ Bangkok, Thailand

Sirocco Restaurant is located on the 63rd floor of the State Tower in Bangkok, serving up refined Mediterranean food and creative cocktails. This rooftop restaurant offers guests great food as well as beautiful views. High above the ground, diners get a 270° view of the Chao Phraya River and Bangkok, but that’s not all. The Romanesque decor, with a fountain and a manicured garden, gives the restaurant a stately, luxurious elegance. Come nightfall, a live band takes the stage and fills the air with soft background music for a perfect night out.

Find it at State Tower, 1055 Si Lom, Bang Rak, Khet Bang Rak, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10500, Thailand

 

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Ali Barbour’s Cave Restaurant @ Diani Beach, Kenya

Fancy dining in a cave? Ali Barbour’s Cave Restaurant in Kenya will blow you away with its design. The 120,000 to 180,000-year-old cave is now a restaurant serving up international cuisine and seafood, much to the delight of its diners. The ceiling of the cave has natural holes, resulting in gorgeous views overhead. Sunlight streams in during the day, and diners to get gorgeous views of the starry sky after the sun sets. Elegant and intimate, Ali Barbour’s truly provides a one-of-a-kind dining experience.

Find it at Ali Barbours Rd, Diani Beach, Diani Beach, Ukunda 80400, Kenya

 

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Le Louis XV – Alain Ducasse à l’Hôtel de Paris @ Monte Carlo, Monaco

Le Louis XV was founded in 1987 and is located in the heart of Monaco. The experience of dining at this posh restaurant is that of modern pageantry, so don’t forget your table manners. The interior’s soft amber tones and regal decor exude a gentle elegance and lightness that will have you feeling like royalty. Foodwise, you can expect nothing less than perfection from this three Michelin-star restaurant. Here, the masterful Chefs  Alain Ducasse and Dominique Lory join hands, creating Mediterranean haute cuisine that will delight your palate.

Find it at Hôtel de Paris, Place du Casino, 98000 Monaco

 

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CÉ LA VI @ Singapore

CÉ LA VI comprises of a contemporary Asian restaurant, sky bar and a club lounge. It is located at the top of Marina Bay Sands, letting you can take in stunning panoramic views of the city skyline. Start your evening feasting on Modern Asian fare such as Hokkaido Scallop & Oyster Ceviche, Black Truffle Cod and Ribeye at the restaurant. As night falls, head to the rooftop bar to down some drinks and party the night away!

Find it at 1 Bayfront Avenue, Level 57, Tower 3, Marina Bay Sands SkyPark, Singapore (018971)
Book a table at Ce La Vi Restaurant and earn 2X Chope-Dollars with code TASTYBLOG.

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360 Restaurant at the CN Tower @ Toronto, Canada

Dining at the 360 Restaurant at Toronto’s famed CN Tower is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Hanging 1,151 feet above ground, this fine-dining restaurant gives you breath-taking views that you won’t find anywhere else. It has two-tiered seating, so grab seats near the glass windows at the lower tier for the best revolving views of the city.  Besides that, 360 Restaurant offers food as stunning as the view. Expect market-fresh Canadian plates made using regional ingredients, and an award-winning selection of over 550 international and Canadian wines.

Find it at CN Tower, 301 Front Street W, Toronto, ON M5V 2T6, Entertainment District

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7 Instagrammable Cafes To Glam Up Your Feed!

We live in a new age where everyone wants to be living the best virtual life, which means snapping the most aesthetic photos. For foodies, finding a new cafe that is easy on the eyes and has good lighting can be a struggle. Hence, here’s a list of 7 Instagrammable cafes based on ambience and food that will leave you with an Instagram page that’s #onfleek!

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Brunches Cafe

Go back in time at Brunches Cafe, a vintage-themed eatery that’s decorated with retro knick-knacks. Step into the cafe and you’ll immediately notice the Instagram-worthy Mini Cooper-turned-sofa set. Old-school chalkboards, rustic wooden furniture, oil barrel-turned seats, and more throwback pieces give this cosy cafe its signature look and feel of yesteryears.

Food-wise, Brunches Cafe nails it with their popular Eggs Benedict – two beautifully poached eggs with homemade hollandaise sauce and generous strips of streaky bacon. For desserts, the Fluffy Pancake Stacks with maple syrup and a side of fresh fruits will definitely sweeten up your Instagram feed!

Find it at 96 Rangoon Road, Singapore 218381
Book a table at Brunches Cafe and earn 2X Chope-Dollars with code TASTYBLOG.

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Boufe Boutique Cafe

Boufe’s immaculate white walls and minimalist interior simply beckons you to get your camera out. Lamps with intricate metalwork lampshades adorn the ceilings, adding bold contrasts that make the cafe look super sophisticated. The simplicity of the cafe lets any dish take center stage, which is great for achieving that perfect, uncluttered flat-lay. Want a group photo with your friends here? Look no further than the charming garden swing outside. Snap away!  

Find it at 308 Tanglin Road, #01-01, Singapore 247974
Book a table at Boufe Boutique Cafe and earn 2X Chope-Dollars with code TASTYBLOG.

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Common Man Stan

This wildly popular coffee haunt has everything you could look for in a cafe: tasty food, great coffee, and gorgeous decor. Be sure to get a taste of their unique house blends, the sweet and flowery CMCR Espresso, as well as the rich and warm 22 Martin. Its interior is the perfect blend of fashionable, chill, and homey, with cute spherical lights, a sleek bar and communal table, and a touch of nature in the wood tables and chairs. The colour scheme of the cafe is muted and calm, meaning that your food (beautifully plated, of course) will look even more appetising on camera.

Find it at 11 – 12 Stanley Street, Singapore 068730
Book a table at Common Man Stan and earn 2X Chope-Dollars with code TASTYBLOG.

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Hatched

As its name suggests, Hatched serves everything with eggs, making it the ultimate spot to have your brunch or all-day breakfast. Egg lovers will scramble to get a taste of the egg-cellent  Sam’s Chetta. Hatched cooks eggs in every way possible, from poached eggs to eggs over-easy to eggs benedict – you name it, they’ve got it! The warm-toned interior accented with bright yellow chairs makes a wonderful backdrop for a cheery breakfast shot, and the web of yellow streaks surrounding its simple wooden door is perfect for a shot with your brunch buddies.

Find it at 267 Holland Ave, Singapore 278989
Book a table at Hatched and earn 2X Chope-Dollars with code TASTYBLOG.

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Lickety

Pretty pastel cyan and baby pink colour the walls and furniture at Lickety, a Halal-certified dessert cafe. The interior of Lickety is embellished with more pastel candy adornments such as a giant lollipop and ice cream cones. So ‘candylicious’! Choose from funky flavours like ‘Dark Angel’, ‘Speculoos’, and ‘Earl Grey & Fig’ along with classic toppings like chocolate sauce, pocky sticks, and fruit loops. This is perfect for hot and humid days when you need to cool down and catch a breather. Be sure to strike a pose with your Hong Kong egglet waffle cone and ice cream outside this mini dollhouse cafe.

Find it at 34 Bussorah St, Singapore 199452
Click here for more information on Lickety.

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Wakey Wakey

This new cafe in The Concourse may just be your motivation to get out of bed early in the mornings. Serving up smooth, creamy lattes (including a delicious matcha latte) and heartwarming breakfast foods, Wakey Wakey is a great place to get your mid-morning pick-me-up. With natural light streaming into the cafe’s sleek industrial interior through floor-to-ceiling windows, your photos of the perfect latte art and cheerful breakfast food are guaranteed to be amazing.

Find it at 302 Beach Rd, Singapore 199600
Click here for more information on Wakey Wakey.


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Mellower Coffee (Bugis)

Furnished to give you maximum comfort and tranquility, Mellower is a spacious sanctuary for you to relax and get lost in a book and feel, well, mellow. This modern cafe features the chic, industrial decor that we all love, so get your phone ready for some aesthetic shots. We highly recommend getting the “Sweet Little Rain”. The cotton candy perched on top of your cup slowly melts because of the steam from the hot coffee below, making it look like delicate, sugary rain. If that’s not Instagram-worthy, then we don’t know what is!

Find it at 108 Middle Road, #01-01 The Prospex, Singapore 188967
Click here for more info on Mellower Coffee.

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Hong Kong’s Most Instagrammable Dishes

Hong Kong is home to the tastiest and most photogenic dishes out there. Here’s a rundown of our fave hotspots with the most Instagram-worthy dishes in the 852! From the—wait for it—caramelised Rolex Ball at ZUC.CCH.ERO to the Sweet Rice Dumplings at LEE Lo Mei, these restaurants not only boast delicious menus, but their iconic décor also serves as a backdrop for plenty of perfect Instagram pictures. Let’s snap away!

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Sweet Rice Dumpling at LEE Lo Mei

Unlike those traditional glutinous balls packed with soup, LEE Lo Mei’s sweet rice dumplings are light and flavourful. Upon first bite, you’ll be greeted with a mélange of flavours (think: spicy ginger soup, savoury syrupy handmade glutinous balls, and a tinge of saltiness from the candied melon). Truly LEE Lo Mei, “Ho Mei”!

Find it at G & 1/F, 8 Lyndhurst Terrace, Central, Hong Kong
Book a table at LEE Lo Mei and earn 2X-Chope Dollars with the code TASTYBLOG
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Premium Sliced Angus Beef Cuts at The Drunken Pot

Hot pot shakes off its old-fashioned image with a hip facelift at The Drunken Pot. Their delish Premium Sliced Angus Beef Cuts, one of the most Instagrammed dishes out there, is served hanging above a bed of ice. The thinly sliced beef is delicately marbled, helping it stand out despite this hot pot hotspot’s strong broths.  Multicoloured and animal-shaped dim sum could also most worthy for the gram!  

Find it at 27/F, V Point, 18 Tang Lung Street, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
Book a table at The Drunken Pot and earn 2X-Chope Dollars with the code TASTYBLOG
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Traditional Lobster Paella at FoFo by El Willy

FoFo by El Willy plates a pretty perfect paella just oozing with panache, with rice grains plump with flavour studded with succulent chunks of shrimp and other hearty seafood. Oh, and one more savvy tip! Check out scrumptious  Spanish classic starters including Hand sliced Iberico Ham and Iberico Ham Shoulder.

Find it at 20/F, M88, 2-8 Wellington Street, Central, Hong Kong
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Hot Custard Buns at YUM CHA

You’ve got to give credit to YUM CHA for those adorable googly-eyed animal shaped dim sum dishes that have been deservedly appearing all over our IG feeds. Literally meaning ‘drink tea’ in Cantonese, YUM CHA undoubtedly brings a playful twist on Canto favourites whilst maintaining traditional Chinese flavours. Other must-tries in our book? Crispy Pineapple Puff, Organic Kale with Garlic, and Spicy Butter Oatmeal Prawns.

Find it at Shop 1-2, 2/F, Nan Fung Place, 173 Des Voeux Road Central, Central, Hong Kong
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Rolex Ball at ZUC.CCH.ERO

This new dessert lab in the heart of Causeway Bay brings a new spin to basic ingredients, incorporating elements of art and science. Look for a menu plentiful of brewed fruit teas, house signatures and yes—that delish Rolex Ball. The celebrated  ball has dominated our feeds from the moment it was launched is deceptively simple. Basically a caramelised sugar sphere encapsulating a mango pomelo sago dessert, a firm tap breaks the ball, allowing you access to the refreshing combination of mango pieces, mango juice, and sago.

Find it at 1802-3, 18/F, Bartlock Centre, 3 Yiu Wa Street, Bowrington, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
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Dropped My Ice Cream Sandwich! at Check-In Taipei

We love the gorgeous strong milk tea flavoured shortbread that this sweet treat features! Paired with a dollop of vanilla ice cream, it sure is a delish accompaniment to Check-In Taipei signatures such as the Uni Sakura Cold Udon, Aburi Oshizushi, and the Taipei Oyster Okonomiyaki. We also love the tapas style menu, designed to encourage guests to share and try a smorgasbord of dishes!

Find it at G/F, 27 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong
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Matcha at CÉ LA VI Hong Kong

Looking for a globetrotting, modern Asian culinary adventure at one of the most coveted spots in town? Then you can do no better than CÉ LA VI’s 25th floor perch at California Tower in the heart of Lan Kwai Fong. Their Matcha Dessert is a toothsome and luscious molten green tea tart made with 64% Valrhona Manjari ice cream. The rich matcha, the chocolate, and luxuriously smooth consistency… c’est la vie indeed!

Find it at 25/F, California Tower, 30-36 D’Aguilar Street, Central, Hong Kong
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