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Brunch at Merci Marcel

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Theme: French Cafe

Ambience:

Bonjour!

Sunday is quite a busy day at Merci Marcel. We have to wait 10-15 minutes to be seated. (Yes, they don’t accept table reservations only walk-in customers)

It was a pleasant surprise when we got inside. It has a very cozy atmosphere. I’d say a reminiscent of a Parisian wine bar with a tropical twist. It has eclectic furniture and decor.

They have tables outside for people who prefer alfresco dining, one facing the street and another one inside the garden.

Garden Alfresco

Bar

Food:

(What we have)

Croissant (a must try!) S$3.5

A freshly baked croissant with 100% French butter. Taste perfectly with homemade fruit jam.

Best croissant I’ve ever tasted!

Melts in my mouth!

Croque Marcel (below) S$23

Fresh salad with ham (bit salty) and morbier cheese (bit strong). Interesting flavour yet pleasantly good.

Beef Tenderloin Carpaccio (above) S$22

Fresh beef and tomatoes with aged Parmesan cheese. Very savory and well seasoned.

Coffee:

Triple Shot Latte S$8 and Cappuccino S$6

Strong aroma with thick flavor. Not so milky so it suits our taste.

You’ll get free dark chocolate for your coffee too!

Aww so romantic. lol!

Menu and others:

They also sell different juices and sunglasses (yes, so random)

Damage: S$25-50 per pax

(Exclusive of 10% service charge + 7% GST)

Overall Experience: 4/5

Staff are nice and friendly.

Address:

56 Eng Hoon St, #01-68, Singapore 160056

Opens

Sunday 8:00am-10:30pm

Monday 8:00am-11:00pm

Tue-Sat 8:00am-11:30pm

📞 62240113

website: https://mercimarcel.com/

Brunch at Symmetry

2nd Jun 20193rd Jun 2019 / sundaybrunch / 1 Comment

Theme: Australian Cafe

Ambience:

A laid back Aussie cafe nestled in Bugis area, with a rustic theme and funky pop art accents. It has more of a bar feel than a cafe.

The place is small, which makes it more crowded. It is quite popular and busy. Be sure to book early if you don’t like waiting. It will take you about 15 minutes to be seated.

Food:

(what we have)

Lamb Shakshouka S$27

Lamb neck confit, baked eggs, spiced minced lamb & roasted peppers stew, feta cheese and croissant

Taste authentic, well seasoned and just the right portion.

Mushroom, Bacon & Egg Toastie S$22

Scrambled eggs, mushrooms, maple-glazed bacon, cheddar and sour dough

A bit overpriced for simple toast. The bacon is nice though. Took a while to serve.

Coffee:

Cafe Latte S$5.5

Cappuccino S$5.5

Brazilian beans has strong aroma & strong flavour. We liked it.

Damage: S$35 per pax

Overall Experience: 4/5

Address:

01-01 9 Jalan Kubor, Singapore

Opens:

Monday 10:30am-9:00pm

Tue-Thur 10:30am-11:00pm

Saturday 9:00am-12:00am

Sunday 9:00am-7:00pm

📞 +65 6291 9901

Website: info@symmetry.com.sg

Brunch at Jones the Grocer

5th May 20192nd Jun 2019 / sundaybrunch / Leave a comment

Episode 5

Theme: Gourmet Grocery

Ambience:

Sunday brunch at Jones the Grocer felt like we were in a middle of a farmer’s market. We were surrounded by shelves of organic pasta, bread, chocolates, wine and cheese. You can smell the aroma of coffee and freshly baked bread.

This cafe is busy but it didn’t take us long to be seated. The place is simple, open concept and very lively. It is family and pet friendly.

Outdoor dining

Food:

(What we have)

Farmhouse Breakfast S$22

Barbers mature cheddar cheese, buche de chevre, honey glazed ham, fresh fruits, fig jam, date and walnut bread and greek yogurt.

Authentic tasting, perfect for a cheese lover!

Jones Traditional English Breakfast S$28

Eggs on sourdough toast, English pork sausages, bacon, sautéed mixed mushroom, slow-roasted tomato, sautéed baby spinach, baked beans and hash brown.

A huge plate with so many tasty portions.

Plain Croissant S$5

Freshly baked.

Not the best croissant we’ve tasted though.

Scone S$5

Warm and a bit crumbly.

We enjoyed the food. Left us satisfied.

Coffee:

Cafe Latte S$6
Cappuccino S$6

The Brazilian coffee beans were rich and strong. We liked it a lot.

Other goods for sale:

Walk-in cheese room:

Piece of heaven!

Organic Ingredients:

Pasta, sauce, olive oil, jam, all from different parts of the world.

Wine:

Chocolate:

They have a variety of options but this is a must try!

They sell gift hampers too.

(price range: S$300-500)

Damage: ~S$40 per pax

Overall Experience: 4/5

A bit pricey but the food is worth it. The staff are friendly. We recommend this place.

Address:

9 Dempsey Hill Singapore 247697

Opens:

Mon-Sun: 8:00am-11:00pm

📞 +65 64761518

Website: https://www.jonesthegrocer.com/

Wildseed Cafe, A Newly Open Cafe in Singapore! (2019)

21st Apr 20192nd Jun 2019 / sundaybrunch / 1 Comment

Sunday Brunch @ Wildseed Cafe, Alkaff Mansion

Episode 4

Theme: Floral Cafe

Ambience:

Today (April 21, 2019) is the opening of the second branch of Wildseed cafe, we are intrigued and excited in our visit!

Wildseed cafe is situated in a 100 year old Alkaff Mansion in outskirts of Singapore. This colonial house is formerly owned by a Middle-Eastern family back in the 1900s as a weekend house. During world war II the house was abandoned and the Japanese took over. In 1970-1980 it became Buddhist Society Headquarter. In 2004 the Singapore government took the property. It is presently run by a private company operating chains of bars and cafes around Singapore.

They preserve the shelter of the mansion and only renovated the interior part. It is elegantly designed with sophisticated furniture and decors. The place is comfortable, spacious and airy.

You have an option for a relaxing Al fresco dining.

The second floor is currently under renovation and will soon be open as Spanish Tapas Bar. (May 2019)

This place can be rent for private occasions. (e.g. weddings, birthdays etc.)

The ground boasts a huge courtyard which will host different events such as wine festivals, food festivals and outdoor movie screenings.

Food:

(what we have)

Wagyu Beef Burger S$21

Average.

Wagyu and Pork Ragout Linguine S$19

It didn’t disappoint. Definitely, a must try!

Coffee:

We tried different flavours today. A bit sweet for our taste. (Note to self: stick to your usual)

Caramel Latte S$6.5

Hazelnut Latte S$6.5

Dessert:

Strawberry Shortcake S$7.5

Freshly baked. Light and tasty. Not too sweet.

Other cakes:

Colourful house in Little India

17th Apr 201923rd May 2019 / sundaybrunch / Leave a comment

Adventure @ Little India

Adventure Episode 2

Stumbled upon a quaint little house in Little India, also known as THE HOUSE OF TAN TENG NIAH. This property truly stands out in a busy vicinity as it is situated in a commercial area. It is definitely a must visit landmark for photography enthusiasts.

Built in 1900, this house is the last surviving Chinese villa in Little India. The architectural design is influenced by Chinese and European style. Owned by a prominent Chinese businessman, he built this eight-room house for his wife. It has been restored in the 1980s for commercial use. The Indian community is responsible for re-painting the house using rainbow colours making it a psychedelic piece of art. It is now known as one of the most popular tourist spots in Singapore.

Tan Teng Niah before the restoration.

Address: 37 Kerbau Rd, Singapore 219168

Adventure Tip: The place is small, busy and not well-maintained . For your gram-worthy snap, best time to go in the morning or late afternoon to avoid the crowd.

Brunch at The Reading Room Cafe

14th Apr 201923rd May 2019 / sundaybrunch / Leave a comment

Sunday Brunch Episode 3

Theme: Book Cafe

Ambience:

Ever felt like you were invited by an eccentric aristocrat for some tea? That’s exactly what we felt in The Reading Room Cafe. It’s very homely and comfortable. It has a very nostalgic feeling with lots of vintage items and tall stacks of books, almost like a private library.

(Tip: If you want to enjoy this cafe you should visit on Sundays. This place is not crowded as the nearby bars and cafes are closed. We literally have the place to ourselves.)

You can also enjoy outdoor dining and/or working.

Food:

(What we have)

Mozzarella Tomatoes and Basil S$12.80

Average.

Bacon, egg and cheese sandwich S$13.80

Quite good and tasty.

Buttermilk pancakes with fruits and vanilla ice cream S$15.80

Pancakes are thick and fluffy. Pretty nice.

Coffee:

Both are standard.

Triple Shot Latte S$6.50

Cappuccino S$5

Menu and others:

They have variety of options, almost overwhelming.

Books are for sale!!!

They have a lot of good reads here. You can ask the staff for the price of the book. I got Catch-22 for S$8. Pretty good deal!

If you just want to read book and whine down here, you are welcome with S$5 charge.

Damage: ~S$30 per pax

(Excluding GST and Service charge)

Overall experience: 4/5

Address:

19 Bukit Pasoh Road, Singapore 089833

Opens:

Sat-Sun 9:30am-1:30am

Mon-Thurs 11:00am-11:30pm

Fri 11:30am-1:30am

📞 62209019

FB page: https://m.facebook.com/TheReadingRoom.com.sg/

Keppel Bay Singapore Adventure!

7th Apr 201923rd May 2019 / sundaybrunch / Leave a comment

A must visit hidden gem in Singapore!

Adventure Episode 1

We love exploring off the beaten paths and not so crowded places. If you are like us, we recommend this place for you!

Despite Singapore being a small city, you can still discover hidden gems here and there. Keppel Bay is one of those. This place is so luxurious, so scenic and so peaceful. A perfect spot if you need a quick break from a busy side of Singapore.

Our guide to Keppel Bay:

Dine at Privé Restaurant

Nothing beats having burger, pasta and beer by the water. Check out Privé’s menu here.

Rent a Yacht

Live your “crazy-rich-Asian” vibe and rent a yacht at Marina Keppel Bay. They have variety of options.

Have a photo session at Yacht Docking Area and at The Reflections

Take your photo with luxurious yacht docking area and an amazing iconic architectural building, The Reflections (a residential complex designed by renowned architect, Daniel Libeskind)

Photo Tip: Have your photo session during sunset, it gives extra dramatic effect)

Walk in the Bridge

Take a walk at the bridge and enjoy the scenic view.

Address:

2 Keppel Bay Vista Marina at Keppel Bay, 098382

Brunch at The Wheeler’s Yard

7th Apr 201923rd May 2019 / sundaybrunch / Leave a comment

Sunday Brunch Episode 2

Theme: Bicycle Themed Cafe

Ambience:

We thought we’d lost our way when we got there. The place looks unusual for a cafe location. For a split second, we thought it’s closed. We had to walk further on the side of the building to look for the entrance..

Where is the cafe? Literally, we just saw a bicycle workshop..

Until we saw this door and finally found The Wheeler’s Yard Cafe!

You would expect a cozy cafe for your Sunday brunch as it is the norm, but The Wheeler’s Yard is a different story. It’s a bit rugged and informal but quite frankly, we find it cool!

The place is huge, high ceiling with industrial style decorations. They have massive tables for sharing (with bicycle displays on top). It’s an open dining concept, so if you like your personal space while enjoying your coffee and food, you might feel uncomfortable here.

It’s also family and pet-friendly cafe.