Kebabchi Biryani [Media Invite]

If you are craving for good Biryani, here's an introduction to the Halal Pakistani Biryani at Bedok Mall. It is located on level 1 of the mall beside McDonald's. 

Kebabchi Biryani

Kebabchi is known for serving plates of Authentic Pakistani Dum Biryanis. Ever heard of Pakistani Dum Biryani? What's so different from the usual ones we had? 

On the wall

Kebabchi Biryani is a perfect spot for takeout or even a good dine-in with friends. The environment is both comfortable and inviting. The design of the place are colorful with their cultural art pieces which add a little charm to the entire ambiance. On top of that, the Staff over the counter were friendly and accommodating.

Atmosphere

Mango Lassi hits the right spot. It was not too sweet and to my liking while Bundung Basil is a combination of Basil and our bundung drink. Roohafza Sharbat, is a popular thirst-quenching and energizing drink with cooling effects on a hot day.

Mango Lassi, Bundung Basil & Roohafza Sharbat - $5, $4, $3

Mutton Dum Biryani was packed with fragrance. The rice was steamed perfectly with aromatic spices and further enhanced with chopped celery and fried onions. The chunks of Mutton were perfectly seasoned, succulent and flavourful in every bite.

Mutton Dum Biryani - $14

Mutton does not have any gamey taste and is definitely worth ordering.

Mutton

Besides incorporating the usual spices like star anise and herbs, there was also dried prune among them, making up the unique biryani flavours with the medley of spices and adding a distinct tangy element to the dish. The lamb shank is a recommended dish on their menu and definitely deserves a mention. It was served on the fluffy rice bed and was delicious. The fork-tender and effortless pull of the lamb meat enhanced our dining experience, making us want more. 

Lamb Shank Biryani - $22

Creamy and luscious Butter Chicken had got our appetite too. It was tasty with generous chunks of chicken within. It paired best with the plain whole-meal Chapati.

Chapati & Butter Chicken - $2 + $18

Must Try!

Before bidding goodbye for the day, we had all 3 dessert items on the menu. The Gulab Jamun is a popular and sweet dessert made of fried dough balls soaked in flavoured syrup.

We had Kheer, a pudding or porridge popular in the Indian Subcontinent. It's topped and flavoured with nuts. Texture wise it is soft and reminds me of the oats.

While the cold dessert, Kulfi is a frozen dairy dessert often described as the Traditional Indian Ice Cream. They are part of the national cuisine of Pakistan too.

Gulab Jaman, Kulfi, Kheer - $2.50, $6, $5

Thank you Kebachi, Waqas & Zarrar for the Invitation and hospitality.

Kebabchi Biryani
Location: Bedok Mall, 311 New Upper Changi Rd, #01-12, Singapore 467360
Website

En Yakiniku [Media Invite]

Having patronised En Sushi last year which is located on the 2nd level of the same building, I had kind of benchmarked the quality of food based on my last pleasant experience.

En Yakiniku

While EN Yakiniku introduced us to a match made in heaven known as Sake Tengoku. It was a perfect matrimony of the freshest seafood selection with Premium Japanese Sake and a superior broth prepared over a charcoal grill. 

EN Yakiniku

The interior lighting was out of my expectations. It's more of red, blue and orange in colors.

What an environment

The En Sashimi serves 5 kinds of Sashimi, We get 3 pieces each of Salmon, Maguro, Hamachi, Mekajiki and Tako served on a stone plate and well decorated with a leaf, flower and shredded radish. You will get a similar dish on the menu when we dine at En Sushi.

En Sashimi - $32.40

Deep fried kimchi dumplings was served with Mayonnise too.

Kimchi Gyoza - $10

Deep fried chicken was pretty ordinary too.

Tori Karaage - $8.40

We enjoyed these Deep-fried sweet shrimps aka Amaebi Karaage with a dollop of Mayonnaise before our mains were served.

Amaebi Karaage $5.40

Beef Balls were deep-fried to a crispy exterior. It may look dry on the outside but once you sink your teeth into the meat ball, you will find the juiciest within.

Beef Balls

We also have the Grilled bacon-wrapped enoki mushroom skewers

Enoki Bacon - $14

New on En Yakiniku's menu, is the Wagyu Ochazuke. The Ochazuke is a simple Japanese Dish made by pouring green tea, dashi or hot water over cooked rice. The hot green tea is pour over the rice and wagyu with pickles, seasme seeds and wasabi.

Wagyu Ochazuke

The bowl of Wagyu Ochazuke was simple yet delightful packed with subtle fragrance of green tea.

Let's Eat

Every table has a stove for the Charcoal. While waiting for the Charcoal to be ready, we were enjoying our appetizers.

Charcoal Grill

Over the Charcoal Fire, we were served with a stack of 3 layers of steamer, with the first layer having fresh seafood (prawns and Asari) steamed with their Premium Japanese Sake. The Sake smells so good and was perfect with the clams and prawns. 

First Tier - Fresh Seafood with Premium Japanese Sake

While the server poured the Premium Japanese Sake onto the first tier, the excess Sake did not go to waste, instead, it flowed into the 2nd Tier of the steamer with Garlic Scallops on it. The scallops were yummy with vermicelli and lots of minced garlic. 

2nd Tier - Scallop with Garlic

Revealing the last layer where the goodness is found. Premium Sake and seafood essences together with their bubbling hot unami seafood broth. Together with Wagyu Slices, Egg Yolk and Porridge, 

Last Tier - Wagyu Porridge

The end product was superb. Love the thick gooey consistency of porridge and its taste with the yummy slices of wagyu.

Porridge

Shitake Mushrooms

The part of the meat was illustrated by a piece of paper on every plate that we had ordered. The Buta Bara for instance has the pork belly indicated on the piece of paper. The meat was slightly coated with a layer of sauce, in preparation for the grill.

Buta Bara

I'm quite nervous upon seeing the word "beef tongue" as I'm unsure what it tastes like. Luckily this tasted fine with sliced beef tongue wrapping up the seasoned rice balls.

Temari Gyu Tan

Grilling Temari Gyu Tan and Shitake Mushrooms

The Thin Slices of Beef Tongue aka Gyu Tan was topped with a bed of spring onions for a greater balance of taste and texture. It was grilled on the underside for a long period then rolled up, wrapping up the spring onions together.

 Negi Gyu Tan [Shio] - $27.90

The A4 Wagyu Striploin was beautiful with a good consistency in its marbling.

A4 Wagyu Striploin

The Zabuton is considered as one of the more premium and favourable cuts of beef. Every piece of the Zabuton cut is marbled and was tender, not only that rich in flavour too. 

Zabuton

Thanks to the server, who skillfully grilled them over the charcoal, allowing us to enjoy the succulency of the meat.

Grilling Zabuton

Buta Bara

We elevate the dining experience by pairing up the BBQ meat with the given kimchi, lettuce, dabbing the preferred sauce, wrapped them up and put into our mouths.

Wrap the meat

The server asked for the preferred doneness of the meat and grilled according to our preferences

Cutting up the meat

We had the thin sliced A5 Wagyu with Japanese Raw Egg mixed with Truffle. 

Thin Slice A5 Wagyu with Japanese Raw Egg & Truffle 

It was a total indulgence in a great combination of A5 Wagyu and an unforgettable taste with truffle fragrance.

Yummy!

I had my best Yakiniku experience from En's. Thank you Lao Niang Agency and En Yakiniku for the invitation.

En Yakiniku
Location: Midland House, 112 Middle Rd, #01-00A, Singapore 188970
Website

96 Oriental Broth [Media Invite]

If you are in Toa Payoh, you may want to check out this Speciality Hot Pot hidden among the industrial for your dinner. You can enjoy quality hotpot without burning a hole in your wallet.

Stall of 96 Oriental Broth

We ordered the Prosperity Ribeye set with a variety of items like Iberian Pork, Lala, Scallop, Peppercorn Prawn Paste, Fried Yam, Cheese Tofu, Money Bag, Fish Paste Taukee, Fresh Handmade Meatball, Pork and Prawn Kiao with 96 Oriental Broth and Mala Level 1 to match our base. 

Our Orders

Do note that they have only 2 broths available. However, you can also customize the level of spiciness in the Mala if you are looking for something spicier.

Not to worry about dipping sauces, just head over to the tables in front of the stall to grab their free flow of homemade sauces. 

96 Oriental Broth and Mala Level 1

We love their homemade ingredients such as the fresh handmade meatballs. They have special items like Money Bag and Fish Paste Taukee which i seldom see.

Our Spread of Food

We had their prawn paste too. Scrap them down into the broth according to the portion that you like!

Prawn Paste

Do add on their Iberico Pork too. They are thinly sliced and you can do your shabu shabu.

Dipping into Mala

We enjoyed every thin pieces of the Iberico Pork in the broth.

Iberico Pork

I'm glad that the prawns are fresh and succulent.

Prawns

Thank you Lao Niang Agency and 96 Oriental Broth for the Invitation

96 Oriental Broth
Location: 9 Toa Payoh Industrial Park, #01-1209 Singapore 319061

Mentai-Ya Japanese Cuisine @ Clementi Central [Media Invite]

 Mentai-Ya has more than 8 outlets located islandwide in Singapore. They aim to provide an affordable Japanese Don to our neighbourhood coffee shops with their signature Mentaiko Dishes.

Mentai-Ya

They have about 10 kinds of Dons available in their menu and 6 kinds of sides for us. Besides Mentai, they do have some other Don without Mentai like Curry Don and Salmon Belly Don. 

Menu

We do not want to miss the opportunity of trying out their best sellers on the menu and we had the Chicken Mentai Don as well as Salmon Mentai Don. However, for the sides, we only ordered their Tamago Mentai which was the best seller as we were not too a fan of fries. 

Chicken Mentai Don & Salmon Mentai Don.- $8.80 & $9.80

The Mentai on sweet-tasting tamago was delicious. 

Tamago Mentai - $5

The Spicy Mentai Soft Shell Crab was a tad spicy but not overpowering. It was crispy and was not oily.  

Tamago Mentai & Spicy Mentai Soft Shell Crab - $5 & $7

Love the value-for-money Thick Cut of Chicken coated generously with Mentai. The burnt aka "Aburi" taste on the Mentai together with the piece of tender chicken was yummy.

Chicken Mentai Don

The Salmon was tasty on its own and was topped with good amount of savoury Mentai Sauce too. 

 Salmon Mentai Don.

Thank you Mentai-Ya and ThePRSalon for the invitation. 

Mentai-Ya Japanese Cuisine @ Clementi Central

Location: 450 Clementi Ave 3, #01-271, Singapore 120450