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Fresh Eats: New Eateries to spice up your July

What are you craving this month – casual comfort food or elegant fine dining? Whatever it is, you’re sure to find something to suit your fancy in this month’s Fresh Eats. We’ve got everything from the familiar flavours of local tze-char to adventurous pairings of East-meets-West treats. Explore what these new restaurants have to offer and Chope your seat now!

1. New Ubin Seafood (CHJIMES)

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If you’re looking for authentic local seafood, then New Ubin Seafood is the place to go. Its tradition of serving fresh tze-char seafood stretches back more than 30 years to a family restaurant on Pulau Ubin. With a new outlet at CHJIMES, you can satisfy your homestyle cooking cravings even in the middle of the city. Quality local dishes housed in a gorgeous colonial building: the perfect marriage of kampong and colonial to create a truly Singaporean experience.

Find it at 30 Victoria Street, #02-01B/C, CHIJMES, Singapore 187996.
Earn 2X Chope-Dollars with the code TASTYBLOG.
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2. Steakville

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Almost every Western restaurant serves steak, but at Steakville, the beef is a cut above the rest. With speciality beef flown in from the best farms all over the world, every bite is a ticket to tender, juicy, steak heaven. Their small but carefully-curated menu delivers mouthwatering, flavourful steaks for a surprisingly affordable price. For those who aren’t fans of red meat, the chicken and fish dishes are masterfully done as well!

Find it at 91 Bencoolen Street, Singapore 189652.
Click here for more information on Steakville.

3. Fat Po

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Brunch is everyone’s favourite meal of the day (unless dessert counts as a meal, of course), so we’re always thrilled to see a new brunch place. Riding the Asian-fusion wave is Fat Po, a cafe in Punggol serving brunch favourites with a distinctively Asian twist. Think the best of comfort food from Western and Asian cultures, featuring creations like freshly-baked Bolo Burgers, Mala Spaghetti, and Mapo Fries.

Find it at 10 Tebing Lane, #01-05/06, Singapore 828836.
Click here for more information on Fat Po.

4. Yellow Pot

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Chinese food goes healthy while still retaining its beloved traditional flavours at Yellow Pot. The menu here comprises traditional, authentic, familiar Chinese cuisine, with no frills or fancy additions. Don’t think the food here is boring though because it’s anything but. Small creative touches hide in classic dishes, like tangy tomatoes stuffed with mushrooms in the chicken soup, or steamed barramundi dressed in anchovy stock and a special scallion-ginger pesto.

Find it at 88 Duxton Rd, Singapore 089540.
Click here for more information on Yellow Pot.

5. Chao Chao Gyoza

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Coming in all the way from Osaka, Chao Chao Gyoza is the solution to all your gyoza cravings. Fall back in love with this underrated treat with fillings ranging from the classic pork and shrimp to innovative bites like curry or salted egg tori karaage. Each dumpling is made to such perfection that it becomes both food and a work of art, every one bite-size packets of happiness that’ll keep you coming back for more.

Find it at 103 Irrawaddy Road, #01-05 Royal Square @ Novena, Singapore 329566.
Click here for more information on Chao Chao Gyoza.

6. Sage Restaurant (Alexandra)

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This restaurant-and-bar is well-loved for making fine dining affordable while keeping it delicious. Now, it’s opening a new outlet, so getting your weekend treat just became so much easier. Enjoy classy contemporary fusion fare like Pork Belly with Granny Smith apple puree and Torched Mentaiko Scallop at Sage Restaurant (Alexandra) – perfect for some Friday night or post-work indulgence.

Find the Albert Street outlet at 175 Albert Street, Singapore 189970.
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7. Standing Sushi Bar (Marina One)

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Everyone’s favourite sushi bar is coming to Marina One! With ocean-fresh fish flown in from Australia, Japan, and Norway, it’s the perfect place for a casual, affordable, and most importantly delicious workday lunch. If you’re craving something more substantial, they’ve got cooked foods like tempura, donburi, and robatayaki to get you your umami fix.

Find it at 5 Straits View, #B2-47 Marina One, Singapore 018935.
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8. Porters Restaurant & Bar

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Feeling fancy? Porters Restaurant & Bar is a stylish and modern eatery with a drool-worthy menu of Western favourites. From bar bites to hearty mains and a comprehensive drinks menu, it’s got something for everyone. Right in the heart of the CBD, it’s all set to be the new go-to for after work drinks, mid-afternoon snacks, or even a posh date in town. To top it off, they’ve got delicious set menus for those craving a lavish lunch.

Find it at 4 Marina Boulevard #01-31 The Sail @ Marina Bay, Singapore 018986.
Click here for more information on Porters Restaurant & Bar.

9. The Flaming Spice

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Midnight munchies getting you down? Have a sudden craving for Thai, Indonesian, or Indian food at 2 in the morning? If you do, then The Flaming Spice is the solution to all your late night hunger pangs. The 24-hour restaurant serves a wide range of delicious foods from Western snacks to local treats. It’s certified Halal too, so you never have to worry about where to go for supper again.

Find it at 1 Pasir Ris Close, #01-309, Singapore 519599.
Click here for more information on The Flaming Spice.

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6 Asian Dishes to Revisit in Memory of Anthony Bourdain

Truth be told, we couldn’t believe it either when the world’s most revered gourmand Anthony Bourdain shocked the world with his passing. While we continue mourning the loss of everyone’s favourite bad boy chef, join us as we look back at some of his favourite Asian dishes which he helped put onto the global map.

Thank you for everything, Tony. This one’s for you.

 

1. Hainanese Chicken Rice – Singapore

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If there’s one dish Singapore is famous for, it’s Hainanese Chicken Rice, hands down. This humble dish is simple and straightforward – steamed or roast chicken breast or thighs chopped up and drizzled over with a soy sauce and sesame oil, served with a side of rice cooked in chicken broth – and it’s a plate of comfort locals turn to.

We all know and love Tian Tian Hainanese Chicken Rice, which many gourmands such as Anthony Bourdain and Gordon Ramsay have sung praises for. But don’t stop there; take things up a notch with special chicken rice dishes with a twist. From Hainanese Chicken Pasta from Froth to Hainanese Chicken Rice Risotto from Stateland Cafe, let these innovative creations tantalise your taste buds in more ways than one.

2. Char Kuey Teow – Singapore

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Anthony Bourdain loved this local delight, so much so that it almost made it onto the menu of his street food hall (if the plan had fallen through). I mean, what’s NOT to love about this plate of tender flat rice noodles stir-fried in a concoction of sweet dark soy sauce, crispy pork cracklings, beaten egg, Chinese sausages, and bean sprouts?

Relive his memory by tucking into one of the meanest plates of char kuey teow you will ever find in Singapore at Xiao Ya Tou. The generous amounts of ingredients like plump oysters and Chinese sausages and the unmistakable ‘wok hei’ will win you over, period.

 

3. Sarawak Laksa – Malaysia

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Fragrant, spicy, and overall satisfying, it’s pretty difficult to not fall in love with this heartwarming bowl of goodness. Deemed Breakfast of the Gods on Bourdain’s Instagram, Sarawak Laksa is essentially rice noodles topped with shredded egg and whole prawns, served in a spicy coconut broth that will have you hooked after the first spoonful. Don’t neglect that calamansi on the side; squeeze a hit into your bowl to brighten up the flavours before you proceed to indulge.

If this all seems too hyped up to be believable, try it for yourself. For the most authentic experience, pop by 林玉梅 Sarawak Kolo Mee (stall #01-33) at Haig Road Market. When Sarawakians swear by it, you know you’re golden.

Find it at #01-33, 14 Haig Rd, Singapore 430014.
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4. Sisig – Philippines

People probably wouldn’t have given this dish a second thought if it were not for Bourdain who anointed it as THE Filipino dish to rule them all. Chopped up pig’s face may not sound extremely appetising but trust us, it is.

While you can probably find a slew of local eateries available at Lucky Plaza that serves this delicacy, a household name that ensures quality is Gerry’s Grill. Order this bad boy (or maybe even three!) and tuck in – you’ll devour this in minutes. Even if your friends aren’t ready to join you in your adventurous endeavour, there are other lip-smacking selections that will win their hearts (and stomachs).

Find it at 51 Cuppage Road, #01-12 Starhub Centre, Singapore 229469.
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5. Sushi – Japan

Bourdain named Sukiyabashi Jiro the place to have his last meal if he only had 24 hours to live, and we totally get it – who could ever resist a good Japanese meal?

Sukiyabashi Jiro has gotten so popular that it’s close to impossible to get a spot (they only accept arrangements made by hotel concierges), but the closest experience you can have in Singapore would probably be at the two Michelin-starred Shoukouwa Sushi Restaurant. Much like Jiro’s 10-seater establishment, Shoukouwa’s intimate 14-seater restaurant serves top-notch omakase that will pamper your taste buds silly.

 

6. Bún chả, phở, and more – Vietnam

“Vietnam. It grabs you and doesn’t let you go. Once you love it, you love it forever.” – Anthony Bourdain

Like many other Southeast Asian cuisines, Vietnamese food rose to fame fairly recently. Singapore hopped onto the bandwagon shortly after, and this saw a rise of numerous pho houses and Vietnamese restaurants setting up camp across Singapore.

To curb your cravings, Little Saigon is your best bet. From heartwarming bowls of beef broth and rice noodles to the grab-and-go baguettes stuffed with cold cuts and pâté, this little eatery proves that satisfaction doesn’t have to be complicated. It’s quite simple, really.