Many have patronised Shokotsu Ten, with its bevy of Japanese F&B concepts since its opening at NEX, but how many have heard of RE&S, the regional food company behind it?
For its 30th anniversary, RE&S has launched a Mentaiko Madness menu at 4 of its restaurants: Ichiban Sushi, Men-ichi Japanese Restaurant, Kabe no Ana, and Tokyo Eater Pop-Up Store. Lovers of this spicy cod roe, can savour a whopping 21 umami packed dishes ranging from ramen to mochi pizza.
So, how much mentaiko can YOU handle?
The North East zone has been fairly neglected in terms of must-visit cafes and food joints – until The Midtown’s opening in early 2017. Since then, a fair number of F&B joints have opened, giving Hougang more food options beyond the usual hawker fare.
Here are just some places worth checking out at this up and coming spot!
Tiong Bahru, otherwise known to many as Singapore’s hipster enclave in the west, is home to yet another food and lifestyle concept. Going by the name of Merci Marcel, Marie Charlotte Ley and Antoine Rouland (of O Batignolles and O Comptoir)’s newest venture serves elegant French dishes for brunch and dinner crowds right next door to Tiong Bahru Bakery.
Since its opening late last year, Merci Marcel has transformed from a quaint French cafe-restaurant, to a bustling space filled to the brim with cafe hoppers eager to check out their culinary offerings. Cheese lovers will be glad to know they can buy their own wheel from Merci Marcel’s cheese fridge, where “the smelly cheese” is proudly displayed.
Update 19 Jan 2025: Snacky & Crisps Flagship Store has closed. Order online here.
Hands up if you live in Hougang, or have an undying love for salted egg fish skin, or both!
Snacky & Crisps, the latest addition to the homegrown snacks scene, has opened its very own flagship store at The Midtown in Hougang, to supply Singaporeans in the North East with their take on the beloved salted egg fish skin crisps.
Roses are red, violets are blue. But where can you find a bouquet that’s just for you?
For Valentine’s Day, Floral Garage Singapore, an online florist comprising a team of floral hobbyists, has created a unique addition to their beautifully crafted hand bouquets.
With Chinese New Year just around the corner, traditional dishes like yusheng are sure to abound. For those who crave a change, or simply have a sweet tooth, Nectar, a yoghurt dessert bar by the team who brought you Milk & Honey, have whipped up the perfect dessert for the occasion – the 旺旺 “Yo-sheng”($38.80)!
Don’t you just hate fumbling around your wallet for cash, or worse, getting to the front of a long queue for your favourite dish, only to find yourself devoid of it?
Thanks to DBS PayLah!, these things are soon to be history. What’s more, you can even embark on your own Hawker Trail, comprising of stalls that now accept payment using this mobile app.
While majority of the stalls are located in the CBD area and some polytechnics and universities, the others are scattered around various heartland hawker centres in Singapore. And so, my hawker trail took me to Alexandra Village Food Centre.
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