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Poulét (pronounced Poo-lay, meaning chicken) is a new French casual dining restaurant at Bugis+ offering adorable French classics to the masses. Some still call it Illuma, or Bugis Plus. (Read: New Poulet branch at Great World City) The French-themed bistro is at an open dining area opposite Ramen Champion. The vibes are modern, comfortable and [...]

The awesome South Korean fried chicken restaurant Bonchon Chicken 본촌치킨 has finally reached Singapore, right at Bugis+ (the former Illuma). Not to be confused with 4 Fingers Bonchon Crispy Chicken at Ion Orchard, this is the original franchise from Korea which is popular even in New York and Los Angeles. For those who have yet [...]

[Taipei, Taiwan] Since everyone is talking about Scooting off to Taiwan at $88, I have my own visions of what to do when I first reach Taipei – rush off to Ximending to eat Ji Guang Xiang Xiang Ji 继光香香鸡! Talking about fried chicken street food, Taiwan Hotstar Hao Da’s super large XXL chicken cutlet, [...]

Lucky 13 is a Miami-style diner, bar and club which just opened at TripleOne Somerset. Helmed by Chef Garfield Angove from the United States, the menu would include some of the sexy Latin American and Mexican signature cuisines which include Quesadilla, grilled achiote chicken, Mexican style grilled steak, pressed Cuban medianoche sandwich and Cajun style [...]

What’s a Sloppy Joe? Not your lazy schoolmate I hope. It is hard to find Sloppy Joes in Singapore, the American classic burger with ground beef, onions, sweetened tomato sauce or ketchup and other seasonings. Otherwise known as the “loose meat” sandwich, this burger does not come with the typical beef slices or patties, but [...]

Many Singaporeans love Nando’s – the casual dining restaurant group originating from the Mozambiquan Portuguese community in South Africa, known for their flame-grilled hot Peri-Peri chicken. Maybe, except Ms Joanne Peh, who is probably still feeling the heat from the lack of water. Nando’s just launched another interesting signature Portuguese dish – The Cataplana. The [...]

Marukin Ramen is supposedly one of the most famous ramen chains in Tokyo since 1992, renowned for its slowcooked homemade soup created from high quality ingredients featuring the use of collagen for beautiful skin. After making waves through its hugely popular franchise showing in Shanghai IFC, Marukin Ramen has made its way to basement one [...]

Singapore loves chicken. We also love Rotisserie Chicken – from Kenny Roger’s, The Rotisserie to a lesser known Charly T’s. I have been to Charly T’s a few times, also because there is almost nothing decent to eat at The Cathay. I have always thought that Charly T’s is a real person (like Mr Charlie [...]

[Chiayi, Taiwan] Chiayi, though a lesser known area in Taiwan, is the access point of the scenic mountain area of Alishan. For those unfamiliar and wish to venture there, the popular street foods at Chiayi include Water-spray Chicken Rice, Guo’s Rice Cakes in Soup, Shrimp Egg with Preserved Mustard Green and Thick Duck Soup. Taiwan [...]

Crystal Jade Kitchen has already established a strong reputation in Singapore for its Chinese food. Talk about its Kitchen and fans can call out its favourites like Cantonese noodles, congee, roast meat and dim sum. What is yours? With already more than 45 outlets in Singapore, they have a new branch at Scotts Square – [...]