A big reason why I l think of “Wang Zai Kitchen” (stall #01-03 inside Jalan Batu Hawker Centre) when the urge to have #malaxiangguo strikes, is because they add loads of fresh-tasting, crunchy fried pork lard upon request. Something which I feel, immediately propels the already flavourful dish several levels above the usual in tastiness. Run by a middle-aged couple from China, it stocks a good selection of vegetables and meats for #MalaHotpot. My standard order inevitably includes cabbage, bamboo shoots, whole tomatoes, beancurd, and luncheon meat on top of whatever else that catches my eye at that moment. Since I adore spicy food,,I always ask for mine to be prepared 大辣 (“big spiciness”). The fragrant aromas of the spices, strong yet not overpowering chilli heat plus the unparalleled power of fresh pork lard and its rich oil result in a formidably appetising combo that I enjoy very much. Interestingly, the stall also doubles up for “zi char” (their menu isn’t huge but has one-dish meals as well as a few a la carte items). Thus, it is a habit of ours to add a Fried Omelette to share too. #veronicaphuaeats #wangzaikitchen #mala #porklardmakeseverythingbetter #burpproved #burpple #hawkersg #hawkerfood #hawkerfoodsg #zicharsg #chinesefood #sghawker #igfoodie #sgfoodies #sgfood #foodsg #sgeats #instasg #foodspotting #foodporn #foodie #foodlover #foodstagram #igfood #instaeat #singaporefood #singapore

Thanks to @sofitelsingaporesentosa’s Executive Chef @lorenzhoja, I had the opportunity to visit and enjoy a fantastic meal at @thecliffsentosa. Throughout the evening, Chef de Cuisine Jeremy Barragan (@eighty_six_jem) previously of Mozza at MBS (who didn’t shed a tear when that restaurant closed?) put out dishes that had me going “Oh my god! This is SO GOOD!” non-stop, even till I attacked the chocolate caramel pie and cookies I went home with. Seriously, the amplified flavours and properly seasoned food really rocked my boat. Here’s a rundown of the food Chef Jeremy served @huatkaliao and I: 1. Antipasti Platter - With bacon-wrapped dates, prosciutto, salami, mozzarella, burrata, stracciatella, locally-made mozzarella, grilled pears and seasonal stone fruit of peaches and plums, all drizzled with aged balsamic vinegar, this massive appetiser is a must-order. More so with the delectable-on-their-own “crystal bread” and gnocco fritto to savour with. 2. Grilled Octopus - Not only was the texture of the harissa-marinated octopus immaculate (it’s tender, springy and not at all rubbery) but that sauce of smoked eggplant caviar and tomato-braised chick peas boast a slow-burning heat that is sexy as hell. You can’t stop and won’t stop scooping up the hot mess. 3. Roasted Peppers with Goat’s Cheese ($16++) - A delightful yin-yang situation where the funkiness of the cheese waltzed with sweetness from grilled peppers, onions and crispy shallots. 4. Beef Carpaccio - Although your eyes won’t call this a piece of art, your tastebuds will beg to differ. Because when those large, silky slices of beef carpaccio, soft pieces of tuna, crisp arugula and umami-rich tonnato sauce gather, the result is formidably moreish. 5. Cacio e Pepe Pizza ($22++) - You can bet when it comes to pizzas, Chef @eighty_six_jem knows a thing or two. Inspired by a technique created by the famous pizza innovator, this has ice cubes placed on the dough before it goes into the oven. As the ice melts, the water keeps the dough moist. When the pizza is almost ready, Parmesan and Pecorino cheeses are added and mixed so that they become one with the dough. ⬇️Continued in Comments⬇️

T R E A T @alvinat_tay5526_ threw me for a loop with the vast amount of food he had delivered from @easternhouseofseafood for my dinner. However, once I picked my jaw off the floor and waded in, it was one epiphanic moment after another. The food across the board, was much more arresting in flavour than I expected. Going to share about each dish in detail but here is the number to WhatsApp if you are keen to order: 93390714 . First of the dishes I would fall over myself to order again would be the Lobster Porridge. It‘s sooooo gooood! Cooked in the thick Cantonese style, it was smooth and sweet from the juices of the crustacean. I splashed a little of the consommé included on the side when I wanted the porridge slightly more watery. Usually priced at $60 for a big serving which can feed between 4 to 6 pax, I feel the ongoing promo price of $45 is fantastic value. Don’t miss out on this if you love seafood-based porridge. The Tea Smoked Chicken ($35 for the whole bird) was equally epic for it was formidably fragrant in smokiness. Silly me had initially mistaken it for a normal roast chicken, and it wasn’t until I got a bit closer and took a bite did I experience the awe-inspiring intensity of its true aroma and taste. I’ll spell it out for you: This. Is. A. Must-order. Another dish I enjoyed immensely was the #BlackPepperCrab. Besides being very fresh and perfectly cooked, the crabs came in a sauce that’s not just peppery but finger-licking irresistible with a touch of sweetness. Grilled Squid is an easy dish to get wrong. If the cooking timing is off, tenderness can become rubber in an instant. It was NOT the case here. The lightly springy texture was lovely and the amount of sauce used, perfect. Coating the large, fresh prawns was salted egg yolk paste that had me sucking the prawn shells, so as to get at every bit of that tantalisingly spicy, creamy savouriness. Consider yourself warned of this dish’s power to reel you in ($25). Proving very popular with all at home, the Tempura French Beans and Prawn Balls (small: $16) had everything coated in an ultra thin crunchy layer of deepfried batter. Continued below in Comments...