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Thursday, April 3, 2025

Peppra Dining & Bar(活虾之家)

When it comes to seafood, freshness is key but Peppra Dining & Bar takes it to the next level. Specializing in Giant Fresh Water Prawns from Hsinchu, Taiwan, this hidden gem is the first in Singapore to offer these live prawns, freshly fished from the prawning area next to the bar at Riveria Prawning. 

Riveria Prawning
Riveria Prawning

Riveria Prawning
Riveria Prawning

Although Peppra Dining & Bar and Riveria Prawning are managed by different owners, they offer a seamless experience for seafood lovers. 

Riveria Prawning
Riveria Prawning

Patrons who enjoy prawning at Riveria can bring their fresh catch to Peppra Dining, where the chef will cook them to perfection for a service charge. 

Menu
Menu

This adds an interactive element to the dining experience, whether you order straight from the menu or bring in your own prawns, you’re guaranteed a fresh and flavorful meal.

Freshwater Live Prawns
Freshwater Live Prawns

What makes the experience even more remarkable is their unique cooking method: the "Dog Mother Steel Pot," which oscillates during cooking to ensure even heat distribution and maximum flavor absorption. From the moment the prawns are caught to when they arrive at your table, every step is designed to deliver the freshest and most flavorful seafood experience.

"Dog Mother Steel Pot"
 "Dog Mother Steel Pot"

Beyond its focus on live prawns and unique cooking techniques, Peppra Dining & Bar also integrates modern technology into its service. The restaurant employs a train system to deliver dishes directly to diners' tables, adding a touch of novelty and efficiency. This automated setup ensures that food arrives promptly while maintaining a seamless and interactive dining experience. Watching the dishes glide along the tracks adds an element of fun, making it not just a meal, but an experience to remember.

Train System for Dishes Delivery
Train System for Dishes Delivery

No visit to Peppra Dining & Bar is complete without ordering their Signature Pepper Prawns. From the name alone, it’s clear this dish is the star of the menu. The prawns are freshly cooked and enhanced with a blend of pepper ingredients that perfectly accentuate their natural sweetness. Each prawn is firm and plump, offering a satisfying texture that’s simply irresistible. It’s a dish that speaks for itself, needing no additional sauces or sides to shine.

Signature Pepper Prawn 招牌胡椒虾
Signature Pepper Prawn 招牌胡椒虾 - $38 (400g)

For something with a zesty kick, the Lemon Prawns are another must-try at Peppra Dining & Bar. These live prawns are deep-fried to crispy perfection and then drenched in freshly squeezed lemon juice. The burst of citrus elevates the prawns' natural sweetness, while the spring onions add a refreshing crunch to every bite. It’s a vibrant dish that combines the richness of the prawns with the tangy brightness of lemon, creating a perfect balance of flavors.

Lemon Prawn 柠檬虾
Lemon Prawn 柠檬虾 - $38 (400g) 

Peppra Dining & Bar’s Sesame Oil Prawns are another well-executed dish that showcases their attention to detail. 

What's Cooking?
What's Cooking?

The prawns are delicately soaked in a fragrant combination of ginger and sesame oil, allowing the flavors to infuse into the meat. The rich, savory essence of sesame oil perfectly complements the natural sweetness of the prawns, making it a dish that’s both comforting and indulgent.

Sesame Oil Prawn 麻油虾
Sesame Oil Prawn 麻油虾 - $38 (400g)

If you’re a fan of garlic, the Garlicky Flavoured Prawns at Peppra Dining & Bar will not disappoint. True to its name, this dish is packed with bold garlic flavor, offering a satisfying punch in every bite. However, for those sensitive to spice, like myself, the dish can also pack a bit of heat. While the garlicky aroma and taste are delightful, be prepared for some extra kick that adds a fiery edge to the overall experience.

Garlic Prawn 蒜泥虾
Garlic Prawn 蒜泥虾 - $38 (400g)

One of the standout features at Peppra Dining & Bar isn’t just the freshness or flavor of the prawns—it’s the way they are presented. For a truly eye-catching touch, some of the prawn dishes are served with the prawns hanging at the rim of the pot, creating a visually striking presentation. This not only adds a creative element to the meal but also allows diners to admire the size and freshness of the prawns before diving into the deliciousness. It's a fun and memorable way to enjoy your meal!

Presentation of Prawns
Presentation - Prawns Hanging at the Rim of the Pot

While seafood is the star of the show, no meal is complete without some greens to balance things out. At Peppra Dining & Bar, we added a side of garlic lettuce to our feast. The crisp, refreshing lettuce, sautéed with garlic, offered a light contrast to the rich, flavorful prawns. It was the perfect way to refresh our palates and add a healthy touch to the indulgent meal.

Garlic Lettuce
Garlic Lettuce - $10 

To round out our seafood feast, we opted for the Peppra Egg Fried Rice as our carbs. Though the ingredients were simple, it was a comforting and satisfying choice. The egg fried rice was perfectly cooked, with each grain of rice nicely separated, allowing the flavor to shine through. It’s the kind of dish that doesn’t need to be complicated to be delicious, and it paired perfectly with the rich, flavorful prawns.

Peppra Egg Fried Rice 蛋炒饭
Peppra Egg Fried Rice 蛋炒饭 - $6

Here's Our Order in Peppra Dining & Bar
Here's Our Order in Peppra Dining & Bar

After indulging in so many prawns, we couldn't resist trying the Black Pepper Crab at Peppra Dining & Bar, and it did not disappoint. 

Chef Preparing Crab
Chef Preparing Crab

The crab was cooked to perfection, with the black pepper and butter fried over high heat to infuse the meat with a rich, peppery flavor. The crab itself was plump and meaty, making each bite a satisfying and flavorful experience.

Black Pepper Crab 黑胡椒螃蟹
Black Pepper Crab 黑胡椒螃蟹 - $65 / 75 / 88 / 98 (700g/800g/900g/1kg)

It was the perfect way to end our seafood feast on a high note, offering a different yet equally delicious twist to the meal.

Claw of Black Pepper Crab
Claw of Black Pepper Crab 

All in all, Peppra Dining & Bar is a haven for prawn enthusiasts and adventurous diners alike. With its expertly prepared seafood and bold, flavorful dishes, it’s a spot that should not be missed. The welcoming atmosphere adds to the experience, making it a perfect choice for those who crave exciting, high-quality seafood. Highly recommended for anyone who enjoys unique flavors and memorable dining experiences!

Peppra Dining & Bar(活虾之家)
Location:
Riviera Prawning, 60 Punggol E, #01-11, Singapore 828825

Sunday, February 25, 2024

Meshiya 饭屋

 We visited the coffeeshop looking for Chicken Rice stall but the stall was no longer there and we had decided to go for a Japanese Meal for the menu was pretty enticing with a variety for us to choose from.

Meshiya 


I ordered the Unagi Salmon Don hoping to get a variety on my bowl but was kind of disappointed to see a few small pieces of Salmon on my bowl. Nonetheless the overall presentation was pretty with colors from lettuce, corn kernels and cherry tomatoes. The sauce was enough for the rice. Overall, consider ok. 

Una Salmon Don - $11.20

A comforting and classic Japanese dish that translate as "parent and child bowl" that comprise of the sweet savoury soy-based broth served over a bed of rice. The dish's simplicity is often a charm to me. The chicken was tender and amount of meat to egg was adequate. For taste wise, I would prefer to have a stronger or "heavier" taste in the condiments used.

Oyako Don - $6


I agree that the meal portion is minimal for some choices in terms of the pricing. Overall, its an average fare.

Rating: 3 / 5

Meshiya 饭屋
Location: 658 Punggol E, Singapore 820658

Saturday, November 5, 2022

Daily Staples

Daily Staples is a food kiosk that is located in Northshore Plaza serving  Japanese-inspired rice and soba bowls and drinks. It is also conveniently located next to the entrance/exit linking to Samudera (PW4) LRT station.

Daily Staples

Combo Bowls are new on the menu and we had Smoked Duck with Baked Chicken Don. The bowl comprises 4 pieces of smoked duck & 4 pieces of baked chicken with Torched Mentaiko, Japanese Rice, Onsen egg, pickles, edamame, seaweed as well as corn kernels. The rice base can be upgraded to soba at an additional cost of $0.60.

Duck & Baked Chicken Don - $7.90

A generous amount of Takoyaki sauce was given to the Takoyaki Balls (Octopus). It comes with a box of 8 pieces and these were topped with Japanese Mayonnaise and Seaweed.

Takoyaki Balls (8pcs) - $5.90

Pairing the food with a cup of Iced Taro Latte. I will prefer the cup of Taro Latte to be on a concentrated side. Oat Milk option is also available for their Latte and Ice Chocoate.

Iced Taro Latte - $4.50

Simply love the well-balanced meal with a drink, snack and Japanese Rice Bowl.

Thank you Scale Micro-Influencers and Daily Staples for the Invitation.

Daily Staples
Location:
Northshore Plaza I, 407 Northshore Dr, #02-40  Singapore 820407