2009 REVIEWS Pt 1

Actually, I don't want to condone myself to post all the pics of food which I've eaten at different eateries throughout the year on the beginning of every year and then put my blog to sleep for the rest of the months. It can't be helped though. Hey, I do put in the effort to post a few things along the way, OK. It's not much but enough to keep it awake. Besides, it's best to blog when you're pumped up with ideas but I think mother nature is not only cruel enough to bestow me with a few wrinkles but she has also taken away some of my precious ideas for blogging. Not that I have a lot to begin with. Sigh.

Well, here are the piccies...

Hei Sushi Pt 1

This was my first attempt at trying out this eatery. Frankly, I was excited (yup, I'm a sucker for Jap food and stuff) and fortunately the meal that I ordered on that day didn't fail me.

Bento Set

Although everything was served in 'diet portion', I was way too full for dessert after that. By the way, this restaurant also serves sushi on the conveyor thingy. It's definitely calling me for a comeback!

Hei Sushi

Sembawang Shopping Centre

604 Sembawang Road

#01-22/23
Singapore 758459

Tel:(65) 6481 9081

Opening hours: 11.30am-10.00pm (Daily)

Hei Sushi Pt 2 (Sembawang Shopping Centre)

I told you, I'd make a comeback. This time I brought the whole motley crew as it was Childrens' Day. Another word, it was like cousins and nieces and nephews outing plus binging kind of event!

Shinkansen

This time around, I was EVEN more excited because Baby S was with me and I really wanted her to try out the kiddy bento set. Look how CUTE it is!

That's rice made to look like Elmo...

Apple Sensation Gelato(left) and Tartufo(right)

This is actually the best part of our meal - dessert time! Tartufo (meaning truffles in Italian) is actually an ice-cream dessert . It's super-duper sinful because as you can see, it's made up of chocolate right to the core. If you're on a diet, ditch this dessert or give it to your enemy who's trying to lose weight!

As for the Apple Sensation Gelato, it does look all innocent with its wholesome, apple-ish goodness but the skin of the apple is actually made of milk chocolate which is hand-painted to make it look like an apple. The gelato in the apple itself...hmmm, unique and quite refreshing actually.

Max Brenner Chocolate Bar

Here's another spot you should avoid if you're on a diet because it's all about chocolates. Hmm, honestly me and diet don't seem to get along so I'm super-friendly with this kind of dessert place. I have JJ to thank for introducing me to Max Brenner and she deserves a pat one her back because I was not one bit disappointed with what I had on that day. The prices of some of the stuff they have on their menu aren't that bad either. As you can see , the pic in the middle, that's their cuppucino served in a genormous cup complete with three slices of chocolate to dip into it. Or if you prefer, you can just let the chocolate melt into your drink, aahh...

Ooh, and not forgetting the Belgian Waffles. The best waffles I've tasted in years! It's best if you share it with someone if you're not a big eater. I shared it with Baby S but it was still not an easy task cleaning up the plate.

Max Brenner Chocolate Bar

Esplanade Mall

8 Raffles Avenue

#01-06/08
Singapore 039802

Tel: (65) 6235 9556

Opening Hours:11.00am-11.00pm (Sunday-Thursday)

                                  11.00am-12.00am (Friday-Saturday)

Carousel

This buffet restaurant which is located at Royal Plaza on Scotts Hotel is used to be called Cafe Vienna. Back then, I only tried their high tea buffet so this time, since they've changed their name to Carousel, I wanted a go on their dinner buffet instead (also, JJ was persuading me quite badly to try it). I remembered CV's decor was quite old-fashioned so when I walked into the refurbished place, I was quite impressed by the ambience. Plus, their buffet spread was quite lavish and their seafood was very fresh. This was indeed the best and priciest buffet I had in 2009. The dinner buffet costs $58.00 for adults on weekdays and $70.00 on weekends but I guess it's quite alright to indulge on a fine spread once in awhile

This is the first thing that caught my eyes when I entered the restaurant. It's the dessert station! Can you see the jars of colourful meringue which they've arranged at the top shelf? Aren't they gorgeous?

Yeah, yeah, I know, I know. Desserts are supposed to be taken at the end of the meal but I just can't help it. Sue me! Besides, I simply couldn't resist the Creme Brulee, heh!

My first appetizer - tapas, thinly-sliced salmon and salad.

My second appetizer - cheese and crackers.

This is what JJ took from their seafood spread. They look so freshly appetising!

JJ insisted that I try their Spinach Strudel. On my way to fetch it, I was sidetracked by their pasta station where they can cook any pasta that you choose to your preference. Well, I chose tortellini in carbonara sauce and it was totally yummy! Oh, and JJ was right about their Spinach Strudel. Definitely worth a try.

This is our last dessert for the evening. We fetched them from the chocolate foutain station. At this station, you can choose from a selection of ice-cream or you may just prefer to dip some fruits into the chocolate fountain or have it both ways, why not?

Carousel

Royal Plaza on Scotts

25 Scotts Road
Singapore 228220

Tel: (65) 6589 7799

Opening hours (Daily): 6.30am-10.00am (Breakfast)

                                               12.00pm-2.00pm (Lunch)

                                                3.30pm-5.30pm (High tea)

                                                6.30pm-10.30pm (Dinner)

Hei Shushi Pt 3 (Sembawang Shopping Centre)
I was craving for Japanese food on this particular day and I could only think of one place. It's Hei Sushi for me AGAIN but I guess 3 is not a lucky number for me. Read on...

Tempura Ramen

1st disappointment: I really had high hopes for the broth but I was quite disappointed by the taste which is a bit too sweet for my tastebuds. I do have a sweet tooth but sweet broth? I think this dish didn't really hit the right spot for me. Luckily the prawn tempura wasn't such a letdown.

2nd disappointment: I totally forgot what is the name of this dessert. Anyway, it's got chocolate, hazelnut and coffee in it. Like we all know, chocolate and hazelnut make a great pair. If there's coffee in it, well, that's a bonus but I don't know what went wrong with this dessert. It tasted weird. Even Baby S refused to eat it even though she's crazy over ice-creams.

Well, that's mostly I can put up for now (being a foodie is NOT EASY for an ameteur like me) and with that I shall wrap it up for this half of my reviews for 2009. Signing off!