Tag: japanese
Smoke is the flavour of the moment —cooking with smoke has seen an explosion in recent years as popular restaurants pop up all over the island, advocating for smothering your food in the fiery throes of untamed flames. Even with a multitude of Australian smokehouses, Yakitori bars, and even Californian Grills, nothing stands out quite like the distinctive Middle Eastern fusion leanings of Habibi-san. Continue reading “Habibi-san!”
Yakitori has been having its moment in the spotlight in the Singapore Japanese food sphere as places like Yatagarasu have been unearthed and propelled into the spotlight in recent years. Some places might be mere pedestrian experiences that bring you the simplest pleasures but there are some stellar gems getting unearthed — like the brand new Torimaro.
Claypot rice is a classic that will trigger many nostalgic flashbacks for many Singaporeans with its distinct smokiness and sinfully enjoyable crackling debris. Now, put a Japanese twist on it and you have Donabe, one of the few places that specialise in Japanese-style claypot rice. Continue reading “Donabe”
Smoke is a fickle mistress — flames can be unpredictable, untameable, but can also impart an unrivalled flavour to the ingredients. While Western-style smokehouses have dominated the conversation for open-flame cooking, Yatagarasu is one of the few gems (not really hidden anymore) that punches at the same weight class in the art of cooking with smoke. Continue reading “Yatagarasu”
Izakayas are, more often than not, set to a blueprint — the decades-tested template of an unassuming, stripped-down watering hole decked in simple wooden furniture while sake bottles perch on ledges, and Japanese salarymen go about their merrymaking without a care in the world. Swimming against the traditional current is “Japas” bar Sake Labo, standing out by injecting itself with a healthy dose of glamour. Continue reading “Sake Labo”
Just years ago, many Singaporeans’ favourite pizza was Pizza Hut’s Hawaiian Pizza but our Artisan Pizza scene has been on a roll in recent years, growing faster than ever as the best artisan pizza joints in Singapore start getting the recognition they deserve.
Continue reading “Best Pizzas in Singapore For Delectable Cheat Days”
Rowdy Japanese crowds downing too much alcohol, indistinct chatter, simple homely dishes — an enjoyable ambience no doubt but what if an Izakaya was even more fun? Look no further than MoboMoga, the epitome of off-beat and quirky.
You have to set yourself apart as an affordable sushi place, in this local market that’s crowded with great Japanese joints. New opening Takeshi-San does just that with its presentation (or “gimmick” as some would say).
Hajime is helmed by Singapore’s first Tonkatsu chef, Chef Tan-San, and progenitor of the local style at Tonkichi all those years ago. These are not just slices of beautifully-fried pork but slices of history itself.
Izakaya Niningashi is one of my favourites izakayas. There’s something unique about authentic Izakayas, quite a special sub-culture in Singapore. Imagine thundering chatter as rowdy Japanese salarymen make merry, high on alcohol. Continue reading “Izakaya Niningashi”
