Tag Archives: Cantonese

Our Favourite Dim Sum at Crystal Jade Suntec City Branch

Posted on May 27, 2022 by bookjunkie

This was truly satisfying after a disappointing experience at Canton Paradise. I feel that the Paradise group does a superior La Mian or handmade noodles and spicy vinegrette dumplings, but for Cantonese food, especially Dim Sum, Crystal Jade can’t be … Continue reading →

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London Fat Duck

Posted on June 16, 2015 by bookjunkie

London Fat Duck is at Scotts Square. This is the best char siew (B added that it’s a very good cut and well marbled) I’ve had although it was very expensive at $14.80. The pepper duck polo buns were very … Continue reading →

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Peking Duck: Paradise Pavilion at Marina Bay Financial Centre

Posted on January 10, 2013 by bookjunkie

Had dinner with family here and it was my first time to the area. I am not a Peking duck expert by any means but I hear this is the best and authentic Beijing style. I quite like the surrounding … Continue reading →

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The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands: Yu Cuisine

Posted on June 16, 2011 by bookjunkie

Another new eatery. This time Cantonese. A fancy Tim Sum and Seafood place with a groovy silver and purple decor. It looked more like a modern furniture or lighting store than a restaurant. Here’s a foodie review of the place … Continue reading →

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Dim Sum at Yum Char (Serangoon Garden Country Club)

Posted on February 15, 2011 by bookjunkie

You don’t have to be a member of the club to dine at Yum Char. There’s also another branch in Chinatown which I’ve tried as well, but to be honest I prefer to have Dim Sum at Taste Paradise at … Continue reading →

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Old Hong Kong Taste at My Village (Serangoon Gardens)

Posted on February 14, 2011 by bookjunkie

At first I thought the service was lacking, but they might have been busy due to the Chinese New Year Corporate lunches.  There was a plump older Singaporean aunty who was bringing the Dim Sum around and she tried so … Continue reading →

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Family Dinner at Wan Hao, Marriott Hotel

Posted on October 27, 2010 by bookjunkie

I would let the pictures do the talking, but my photo taking skills are not that great. The lighting was bad and everyone was eager to dig in and I didn’t want to hold them up. I would recommend practically … Continue reading →

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Ornate Designs at Chinese Herbal Medicine Store

Posted on June 4, 2010 by bookjunkie

The black herbal jelly called Gwei Ling Go, meaning tortise jelly, is bitter, so you need to add a bit of honey. Even then it retains a bitter aftertaste. It’s Cantonese in origin and you can find a lot of … Continue reading →

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