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Yam rice is fine, but doesn't work with the turtle which is on the milder side

Turtle was excellent, well deboned and perfectly cooked to tenderness, with different parts obviously cooked separately to perfection

Soup is thick and rich.

They are the standard for turtle soup anywhere in the world

Volcano Chicken is a specialty. It is crispy yet tender. The soup that comes with it is really tasty too. Their Peking Duck is made of London duck. Skin is served Beijing style. Meat is served in pieces without further cooking, and it is really tender and juicy. I didn't like the black pepper crab. Too much spices.

Fried Bee Hoon Set (S$12)

[Paya Lebar, Singapore 🇸🇬]

Lunchtime Value Set Meal (S$9.90+)
Tomato Chicken Soup La Mian
+ 3 cold dish platter

Western Mahua 西部马华牛肉面
Address : 10 Paya Lebar Rd, # B2-28 PLQ Mall, Singapore 409057
Open : 11am - 10pm

Was passing by Sims Place for another dining establishment and got to learn about the existence of a seemingly new stall that is situated within the corner of the coffeeshop named Mei Cheng Coffeeshop — Taste of Sri Lanka does seem to be a fairly recent addition to this coffeeshop that is located at the foot of Blk 53 Sims Place. Taste of Sri Lanka can be found occupying a stall unit that is in between that of a stall serving up local Chinese-style mixed economic rice and another stall that serves up Bak Kut Teh. As the namesake suggests, Taste of Sri Lanka serves up Sri Lankan-style cuisine; one thing worth noting is that Taste of Sri Lanka is a Muslim-owned establishment — its offerings revolve around both Veggie Meals and Non-Veg Meals which comes with a fixed combination of elements apart from the type of meat / vegetables that one chooses to opt for. The various meat offerings that Taste of Sri Lanka serves up with their Non-Veg Meals includes that of Tuna Fish Curry / Tuna Fish / Ambul Thiyal, as well as Chicken Curry and Mutton Curry.

The Chicken Curry Meal at Taste of Sri Lanka does feature elements such as that of a vegetable of the patron’s choice, Dal (Parippu), Mixed Pappadom, Tomato and Cucumber Salad based on what is being described in the menu that is stuck on the display case of the establishment — these elements also does come accompanied with the other Non-Veg Meals that Taste of Sri Lanka. Going straight for the Curry Chicken itself, the chicken comes in the form of a chicken leg; for one, the curry itself does taste a little different from that of the local-style curries that we are used to. The Curry Chicken here felt like it has less emphasis on that of the coconut milk used; definitely less heavy and rich but lighter, brighter and tangier with a slight hint of the various spices that was added during the preparation process. This also does make the curry gravy work especially well with the white rice; providing just enough flavour and moisture that makes it easy to have. The chicken flesh itself does come reasonably tender and having absorbed the flavours of the curry as well. Other elements like the Dal which features lentils also works well when paired with the rice for a slightly richer and earthier note which it carries. The cubes of potatoes did come carrying a prominent yet light hint of spices; the texture of the potato still retained a bit of a crunch as well, while the cucumber salad does carry notes of spices whilst delivering a refreshing crunch — the accompanying vegetables also carrying a savoury note more akin to local wok-fried vegetables that gives the dish a break from all of the spices going on in the other elements on the same plate.

We were actually tipped off the opening of Mee Abang Utara — these folks do seem like a recent addition to the sleepy Sims Place neighbourhood. Located at Blk 53 Sims Place, Mee Abang Utara can be found occupying a shop unit that is located across the road from Sims Vista Market & Food Centre — they are located in the same block in which one can also find other dining establishments such as Teahouse 1973 as well. Mee Abang Utara can be easily spotted by its large signage and its pastel green store facade that faces Sims Place. The namesake of the store actually translates from Bahasa Melayu to English as “Northern Brother’s Noodles” — we were told by the owners of the store that they serve up Malaysian-style Malay cuisine that originates from Malaysian states such as Kedah and Penang. With this in mind, the menu at Mee Abang Utara is split into sections dedicated to Breakfast and Main Menu with latter being the one that features the various rice and noodle dishes as well as that of a Pasembur Utara offering (i.e. Penang-style Indian Rojak) which is a rare find in Singapore.

We found ourselves gravitating to the Mee Goreng Utara which we were told by the folks whom were operating the store that the dish was served in the Penang style. Mee Abang Utara does not describe the elements that came with the dish included that of yellow noodles, spring onions, chili padi, firm tofu, Cucur Udang (prawn fritters) and cuttlefish. Squeezing a bit of the lime zest from the wedge of lime that came the dish and giving it a good toss, it does seem that the Mee Goreng Utara that is served up by Mee Abang Utara does differ from that of the Mee Goreng that we are used to seeing from the various mamak-style establishments all over the island. For one, the yellow noodles do seem to be tossed in a sauce that comes with the natural sweetness of potatoes — something not too dissimilar to that of Mee Jawa but also features a slight tanginess of tomatoes; a refreshing change that felt less “artificial” than that of the typical red sauce that mamak-style establishments tend to go with for their rendition of Mee Goreng. Whilst at it, the Mee Goreng Utara also does come with quite a kick of spice; one that is slightly peppery at the front but also carries a more piquant hint of spiciness typical to that of chili padi that tickles the tastebuds even for those whom are tolerable to moderate amounts of spiciness. One can also find traces of cuttlefish that gives a soft, almost jelly-like texture, while the prawn fritters does add a a floury bite and some crunch on certain parts that gives the dish a textural contrast — there is also a chunk of potato stewed to a soft consistency that further enhances the flavours of the dish with its earthy notes as well.

Soup Noodles, Bak Kut Teh with Rice, Bok Choy and vegetarian Char siew with Onn Vegetarian’s special sauce 😱🤯

Restaurant standard in a coffeeshop. Never seen before. All dishes served by Onn Vegetarian are cooked with love, paired with porcelain plates and leave your taste buds dancing in joy after 😋

Located near Kallang MRT, quick 5-10 minutes, and you will be there!

Be there early as once the food is all sold, they will close. (Thats how delicious their food is, gone in less than half a day 🤩)

Chicken rice from Kwan Tzi Zhai Vegetarian Coffeeshop 🍽️

Yes, it is a coffeeshop, filled fully with vegetarian stalls. Laksa, Popiah, Mixed Vegetable rice, Leicha, Tzi Char and many more options at this vegetarian coffeeshop 🫶 Indeed a haven for all my vegetarian/vegan friends, experience the various options and be ready to come back again 🔥

Stall owners will direct you to another person’s stall if you are looking for their dish. Peace vibes and atmosphere among the stalls, 🥰 absolutely love this 🥳

Fully vegetarian coffeeshop with eggless and vegan options available. 🎊

Conveniently located near Aljunid MRT, around 10-15 minutes walk 🚶

Highly recommended for my veggies peeps to experience the coffeeshop for yourself 💪

Noodles, Noodles, Noodles, really love noodles ☺️ Almond Essence Noodles from Yes Natural Restaurant.

First time here, always been to their bakery but not here. Gotta try something fresh 🫶 Almond sauce is awesome, from the description, it is made from USA Almonds slowly baked to perfection. Simple dish with multiple veggies, cucumber, lettuce, beetroot and more 😍

Vegetarian restaurant with vegan options available 👍

Conveniently located near Aljunied MRT, 5-10 minutes walk🚶

Highly recommended if you prefer a peaceful and serene restaurant to have your meal ✌️

[Paya Lebar, Singapore 🇸🇬]

Claypot Dual Style Lala Hor Fun 砂锅鸳鸯河粉 (S$9.90++)
Served with Honey Winter Melon with Lemon
Available from 11am - 2pm
Cannot use Grab discount.

Wok Master
Address 🛖 : 60 Paya Lebar Road, # 01-57 Paya Lebar Square, Singapore 🇸🇬 409051
Open ⏰ : 8am - 10pm
MRT 🚇 : Paya Lebar (EW8/ CC9)

Nice and broth is tasty but slightly overpriced

For those whom had been following us for a while, Brawn & Brains Coffee had been one of those cafes that is pretty much a staple for us — whilst these folks had been around for quite a while with outlets situated at the back alley of 673 Geylang Road, the lobby of Pico Design Centre and also at Hamilton Road, they had recently also made their return back to Guillemard Road. This does feel somewhat like a homecoming for the brand especially since Guillemard Road was the address of their first and second locations — both within the building currently known as Singapore Badminton Stadium; their latest outlet is however situated within Grandlink Square with a frontage that faces the back alley of the shophouses along Geylang Road. The Grandlink Square location sits between their Geylang Road location and Hamilton Road outlet in terms of size; seating is available around a communal table that sits in the middle of the entire space, while there are also plastic chairs lined up along the shopfront which doubles up as outdoor seating as well. Currently in its soft launch phase, the Grandlink Square outlet offers the same line-up of tea cakes, brownies, quiches, donuts, and Korvapuusti (i.e. Cinnamon Rolls) as their other locations — beverages available are split into categories dedicated to Coffee, Kombucha & Fizzies, and Matcha & Choc.

The Kaya Donut has been something which we had found ourselves having during some of our visits to their other locations over the years — the Donuts being an offering that is made in-house with the Kaya jam filled within being similarly made from scratch. Coming in the form of a Bombolone, the Kaya Donut features a soft and fluffy consistency that isn’t too dense; all that whilst being dusted in sugar on the exterior. The Kaya itself comes with a more runny consistency than that of commercially-made Kaya; the Kaya coming with a green hue typical of that of Nonya-style Kaya that makes use of Pandan as one of the ingredients involved. There is definitely a prominent hint of Pandan fragrance coming through — pretty much the element emphasised here whilst the Kaya was not overly sweet; definitely still familiar and comforting, and works well to be paired with a Long Black on the side!