Bebek Bengil (Ubud, Bali)

Bebek Bengil means dirty duck. Why dirty duck? One morning, a bunch of ducks waddled into the restaurant, complete with muddy footprints. That was how they came up with the name.  Once we reached the restaurant, we knew that this was a place that was raking in the tourist dollars- beautiful and spacious, a reception area etc. The prices were definitely tourist prices too.  The Bebek Bengil (around Sin$12-Sin$13) came with...

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Guide: Mount Batur (Bali Eco Cycling Tour)

I am not an adventurous person. But sometimes, the desire to take in some breathtaking moments just dominates the extremely rational side of me. Questions such as, what if the volcano erupts, what if I slip and fall over the edge etc take a backseat when I booked this tour- these questions come back when the actual trek starts though.  1) Tour  We signed up for a tour with Bali Eco Cycling Tour. We got picked up punctually at 2:30...

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Junjungan Ubud Hotel and Spa (Ubud, Bali)

One should never stay at Junjungan Hotel and Spa for this most obvious reason: Once you stay there, you will feel like the rest of the hotels that you stay at in future pale in comparison. Your conversations will always revolve around "Remember those days we spent at Junjungan..." 1) Location  This place isn't located in Central Ubud. It's quite a distance from there. But no worries, because there is a free shuttle service anytime you...

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Ju Shin Jung

I seldom venture to this part of Singapore. Located opposite Haw Par Villa, this is a good place for people to drop by to satisfy their hunger pangs. (Speaking of which, Haw Par Villa remains one of the tourist attractions that makes me think, help, I can't unsee what I just saw!) Upon entering the shop, you get greeted by friendly Korean staff.  First up, lettuce for you to wrap the meat in. The banchan came out in a steady flow,...

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Diamond Kitchen

If I had a list for best food I had this year (which I don't), this restaurant would definitely make it into the list.  Located at a condominium in the East, the last time I came to this condominium was more than a decade ago when I attended my primary school friend's birthday party. We basically ordered everything from their specialties list. We got the Three Eggs Chinese Spinach ($18) which contained egg whites, salted egg and...

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Ramen Keisuke Tonkotsu King Four Seasons

Of all the Ramen Keisuke stalls, I like this the best.  The decor in the eatery highlighted what else, but the four seasons. The usual accompaniment- the beansprouts I can never get enough of. I ordered Autumn ($12.90) because I simply can't resist mushrooms. Look at the bowl with autumn leaves! The little minced mushrooms were a delight to savour- the mushroom goodness that bursts with every bite. Needless to say, the eggs were...

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Makan Dulu

Makan Dulu means "eat first" in Malay. Previously known as Lee's Kitchen, it's now known as Makan Dulu because customers thought this was a zichar place when it was named Lee's Kitchen.  Located at Katong Shopping Centre, it is a  real pity that this place isn't getting the crowd it deserves. I strongly recommend getting a Lee's Charcoal Fish. The half fish ($16.80) had a crispy skin infused with a sweet sauce. This coupled...

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