Fluc

A visit to Fluc at Pelikat surprised me, hidden in the basement of a mixed residential estate, it serves pocket-friendly Neapolitan hand-stretched pizzas, each made fresh to order.

The owner and staff were warm and welcoming, their passion shining through in the hearty conversations we shared.

Beef Ragu Pizza from FLUC was slow-cooked, rich beef ragu meets stretchy mozzarella on a crisp yet chewy crust. Comfort food reimagined in pizza form, hearty and satisfying in every bite.

Beef Ragu - $22.90 

For their pizza base, they use biga, a traditional Italian pre-ferment made from flour, water, and yeast. This slow fermentation process develops a deeper flavor, gives the crust a light airy texture, and makes it wonderfully crisp on the outside while soft inside.

Biga

The Pesto Chicken Pizza at Fluc is a true crowd-pleaser. What makes it special starts with the pesto sauce , made fresh in-house every single day, it bursts with the aroma of basil and a hint of nuttiness. This fragrant base is generously topped with tender, juicy chicken cubes, sweet pops of cherry tomato, and a blanket of melted cheese that ties everything together. Baked on their hand-stretched Neapolitan-style crust, it strikes the perfect balance of crisp edges and soft, chewy centre. Every bite delivers freshness, comfort, and just the right touch of indulgence.

Pesto with Chicken - $22.90

Up next was their Wagyu Sunrise, a flavour-packed treat with juicy slices of wagyu beef, topped with tangy onion sumac, and crowned with a perfectly runny onsen egg. As the yolk oozed over the toppings, it created a rich, velvety coating that mingled beautifully with the savoury beef, delivering a special taste that truly delighted my taste buds.

Wagyu Sunshine -$29.90

Their chicken is first marinated to lock in rich flavors, then sealed in a vacuum bag and slow-cooked for hours. This method keeps the meat incredibly tender, juicy, and infused with every bit of seasoning before it’s served.

Slow Cooked

After Slow Cooked

The chicken chop was a satisfying choice, especially for gym-goers looking for a hearty protein boost. It’s reasonably priced and offers great value for money. You can choose your preferred sauce, brown, black pepper, or mushroom  to suit your taste. We went with the chicken chop served with crispy fries and fresh rocket on the side, making it a well-rounded and delicious meal.

Chicken Chop + Fries - $8.90

If you prefer your chicken chop with pasta, they have got you covered, spaghetti with chicken chop is also on the menu.

Chicken Chop + Spaghetti - $8.90

FLUC delivers a satisfying balance of flavor, variety, and value. With thoughtfully prepared dishes and flexible options to suit different cravings, it’s a spot that makes everyday meals feel just that bit more rewarding.

Fluc
Location: The Promenade @ Pelikat, 183 Jln Pelikat, B1-74, Singapore 537643

Chai 797

After exploring Shinsegae Busan Centrum City Mall, we decided to settle lunch at their food court. While street food is a common sight in Korea, spotting a large, clean food court in a mall felt a little unique. In contrast, Singapore’s scene is quite the opposite, food courts are everywhere, while true street food is more limited. So in a way, this neat and well-organised food court felt surprisingly familiar to us.

After several days of indulging in Korean cuisine, we decided it was time for a change. Faced with an overwhelming number of choices and wanting to avoid the longer queues, we opted for something different, Chinese cuisine from Chai 797. It was a refreshing shift in flavours and comforting in a familiar way.

Chai 797

Each of us picked our own carb dish,  one went for the Stir-Fried Rice with Local Garlic, while the other chose Black Bean Sauce Noodles with Local Onion and Seafood. Both dishes were comforting in their own way: the fried rice was wonderfully fragrant and addictive, while the noodles packed a savoury punch.

Stir Fried Rice with Selected Local Garlic - 10,500
Black Bean Sauce Noodle with Selected Local Onion & Seafood - 8,800
Sichuan-style sweet & Sour Pork - 29,800

Chai 797 (Shinsaegae Department Store Centum City Food Hall)
Location: 우제2동 Haeundae-gu, Busan, South Korea

Paris Baguette

There’s a running joke among Singaporeans about this bakery chain, we would cheekily ask, “Want some Paris Bak Kut Teh?” Of course, we’re talking about Paris Baguette, which amusingly hails from Korea, not France. While passing by Busan Train Station, we decided to pop in for a quick breakfast. It was a simple meal of two pastries, one of them being a Kouign-Amann, paired with milk and coffee. A nice way to kickstart the day!

Breakfast

Paris Baguette Busan Station (1F)
Location: 206 Jungang-daero, Dong-gu, Busan, South Korea

 

Feng Food

Feng Food is no stranger to me, I have come across them frequently at local coffeeshops. However, this visit to their full-scale outlet at Woodlands Woodsquare gave me a whole new impression. The mall branch offers a more extensive menu, showcasing a wider variety of Taiwanese classics that go beyond the usual quick bites.

Feng Food

If you’re craving hearty Taiwanese fare, this place hits the mark. From comforting bowls of Lu Rou Fan to crispy fried chicken cutlets and sides like salted egg sweet potato fries, their menu has something for every tastebud. The space is casual yet inviting, ideal for anything from a quick meal to a family gathering.

Menu

What makes it even better is their weekday promotion, they offer 15% off your total bill from Monday to Friday, 11am to 5pm, excluding weekends and public holidays. It’s a wallet-friendly deal that’s hard to pass up, especially for office workers or nearby residents.

15% off on Total Bill

Feng Food has also earned several F&B awards over the years, which adds to their credibility. With no service charge on top of it all, this eatery delivers both value and taste. If you’re looking for affordable Taiwanese cuisine that doesn’t skimp on flavour, this is a great go-to spot in the north.

Dishes & No Service Charge

Kicking off our Taiwanese feast with a refreshing cucumber starter, crunchy bites lifted by a bold, spicy garlic dressing. Simple yet satisfying!

 Cucumber with Spicy Garlic Dressing 蒜辣黄瓜 - $5

Next up, we had the Taiwanese sausage with garlic, a familiar and comforting dish. True to tradition, it was served with raw garlic slices on the side, offering that unmistakable punch of flavour that complements the sweet, savoury notes of the sausage. The bold pairing may not be for everyone, but it’s a classic combination loved by many.

Taiwanese Sausage with Garlic 现烤蒜味香肠 - $7.60

Something unexpected from the Taiwanese menu, Shrimp & Kimchi Fried Rice. Not your usual pick, but surprisingly well executed. Each grain of pearl rice was evenly coated with the tangy, spicy kick of kimchi, and it came generously topped with plump, juicy prawns and a perfectly done sunny-side-up egg. A satisfying twist that worked beautifully.

 Shrimp & Kimchi Fried Rice 泡菜虾仁炒饭 - $7.90

Shrimp & Pork Wanton Noodles tossed in fiery chilli oil – silky dumplings packed with juicy filling, springy noodles, and a punchy kick in every bite.

Shrimp & Pork Wanton Noodles with Fiery Chilli Oil 红油虾肉抄手拌面(关) - $12.80

Don’t be fooled by the name, the Brown Sugar Caramel Pearl Milk Tea wasn’t overly sweet at all. It was refreshingly balanced and did a great job cooling things down after all the spice.  A soothing finish to the heat!

Brown Sugar Caramel Pearl Milk Tea 黑糖焦糖奶茶 - $4.50

Here’s the perfect cooling finish, Taiwanese Leong Aiyu Jelly! Zesty, light, and just what I needed to calm the lingering spice on my tongue.

 Taiwanese Lemon Aiyu Jelly 柠檬爱玉 - $5

Feng Food
Location: SG Woods Square Mall, 6 Woodlands Square, B2-04  Singapore 737737

Busan Raw Fish Restaurant 부산횟집

As the sky gradually darkened and the air grew heavy, it was clear that rain was on its way. Having just finished our walk around the Haeundae Beach area, we quickly picked a spot for dinner, thinking it would be the perfect way to wait out the rain since we didn’t have any umbrellas with us.

We settled down and quickly placed our order, opting for a hotpot for two and a fish dish. Soon, a variety of banchan (Korean side dishes) arrived at our table, many of which we hadn’t encountered elsewhere during our trip. 

Banchan

There was seaweed, octopus, edamame, assorted vegetables, tempura prawn, and a surprisingly tasty cheese corn kernel dish. Too bad I forgot to snap a photo of the cheesy kernels!

Tempura Prawn

Fish is what I had been craving during the trip. It was beautifully deep-fried without being overly browned, slit in half, and topped with pickles.

Fried Fish

The seafood hotpot was stunning. It was filled with scallops, large mussel shells, abalone, crab, bean sprouts, potatoes, spring onions, and more, all simmered in a rich, flavorful broth.

Seafood Hotpot

The staff came to the table and assisted in removing the shells from the seafood, thoughtfully cutting them into smaller pieces for easier enjoyment.

Big Shells Removed

It felt good to be served this way, a thoughtful gesture that kicked off the meal on a warm note. We had a feast, deeply satisfying and comforting. The hearty spread left us with warm, full stomachs, just what we needed for the cold, rainy weather outside.

Abalone

Busan Raw Fish Restaurant 부산횟집 
Location: 28 Dalmaji-gil 62beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan, South Korea

Gamcheon Sagol Somyeon Gomtang 감천사골소머리곰탕

Another spot I marked on my Gamcheon Culture Village map was this eatery, I was drawn in by the grilled beef patties I had seen featured in Google reviews. Plus, their high rating made it even more tempting.

Gamcheon Sagol Somyeon Gomtang

The interior was simply furnished, but the walls were interestingly adorned with plenty of positive feedback left by customers from all over the world.

Interior

The place felt welcoming, with friendly staff and a menu that was easy for foreigners like us to navigate. The ordering chit made it even simpler, as it was in English.

Order

Their menu was also well illustrated with tempting food photos alongside the dishes.

Menu

There was also an introduction page in the menu with a short write-up about the place, explaining that they serve traditional Korean food, not low-quality instant meals. They even had a section highlighting a few dishes based on foreigners’ favourites.

Introduction Page on the Menu

The banchan served included three types: fermented vegetables, green chilli, and cuttlefish.

Banchan

We had dumpling beef soup with rice. The soup was milky and comforting, filled with ingredients like sliced rice cakes and fish cakes. It paired perfectly with the bowl of white rice.

Dumpling Beef Soup - 9,000

Soup

Though simple, the dumplings, a staple in Korean cuisine, were also part of the beef soup we ordered.

Dumpling

The dumplings had a sweet flavour and were filled with noodles inside. Take a look at the fillings!

Dumpling Fillings

Besides the dumplings, I also liked the fish cake that added more depth to the soup.

Fish Cake

Here’s the grilled short beef patties served with rice and a side of mayonnaise. The meal came with five small patties.

Grilled Short Beef Patties - 9,000

The beef patties were evenly grilled, with a glossy, juicy appearance that made them very appetizing.

Look so yummy!

Dipping the grilled short beef patties into the mayonnaise made them even better they really looked and tasted great.”

With Mayonnaise

After the meal, we were served the traditional Korean drink, Sikhye. It was cooling and refreshing, to be honest, I really love this drink in Korean cuisine.

Free Sikhye

I’m really happy to have enjoyed such a satisfying meal before leaving my footprints in Gamcheon Culture Village.

감천사골소머리곰탕
Location: 173 Gamnae 1-ro, Saha-gu, Busan, South Korea

Duf Coffee

I was just reading articles about Gamcheon Culture Village in Busan when I came across a recommended café that’s sparked quite a bit of buzz online for its wild and quirky decor. As I was walking through the village, I hadn’t realised I’d passed it until I noticed the signs leading to Duf Coffee. That’s when it clicked: the unique decorations in front of me were exactly what I’d read about.

DUF Coffee

I was hesitant to visit this so-called popular spot at first, but entry required a drink, so we ended up getting a strawberry milkshake and a cup of coffee.

Our drinks came served in double cups, with the outer cup decorated with their homemade sticker. If you like the stickers, you can even buy them over the counter.

Strawberry Milk Shake & Coffee

At the counter, they also provide little packets of food like anchovies and corn but don’t mistake these for snacks to enjoy with your drink! They’re actually duck feed.

Garden

The entire place was filled with crazy decorations and phrases, to the point where I felt like I was in a second-hand goods market or maybe what some would describe as a fantasy world.

Duck Feeding in the Garden

A little bit insane, with all kinds of rooms you can wander through. You can tell the owner put a lot of effort into piecing everything together. In some corners, you even need to climb or duck down as you explore.

Decorations 

verall, the whole experience was truly unique and left me with one of the most distinctive café memories I’ve ever had.

Children's Area

DUF Coffee
Location: Gamcheon Culture Village, 195 Gamnae 1-ro, Saha-gu, Busan, South Korea