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📍 Newly raved café in JB! Mother-Daughter brunch date 🤍
Went around 1.30pm, quite packed but no queue (lucky🙏🏻)
👉🏻 Ordered:
• Green Pesto Pappardelle
• Scrambled egg mentaiko waffle
• Shakshuka (with sourdough)
• Dirty Matcha
💭 First impressions/Thoughts:
Good mix of flavours, slightly over-ordered for 2 pax but no regrets hahaha
👍🏻 Dirty Matcha:
Came hot (no iced option) but surprisingly very good! Still etched in my mind and would go back for it!!🔥
Strong, fragrant matcha with slight bitterness, balanced with espresso
Can taste both layers clearly, like a non-creamy macchiato~
Ratings: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5/5
👍🏻 Green Pesto Pappardelle:
Simple but well done~ pesto tasted fresh, not artificial
Wide pasta cooked well (would prefer slightly more al dente)
Added texture from mushrooms, tomatoes & pomegranate
(Mum’s favourite 👀)
Ratings: ⭐️⭐️⭐️.8/5
👍🏻 Scrambled Egg Mentaiko Waffle:
Creamy, fluffy eggs with torched mentaiko
Waffle was quite thick, slightly crispy, not too dry
Nice savoury twist, but could use a bit more sauce
Ratings: ⭐️⭐️⭐️/5
👍🏻 Shakshuka:
Surprisingly good!! Was topped with onsen egg instead of baked eggs (love this 😋)
Flavour was unique, likely from bell peppers + their own seasoning
Added chickpeas gave more texture
Sourdough was okay, but the shakshuka itself carried the dish~
Ratings: ⭐️⭐️⭐️.8/5
💫Overall: ⭐️⭐️⭐️.8/5
Solid brunch spot not too far from KSL
Good variety, with some unique touches (especially the shakshuka & matcha)
✨Disclaimer: this is solely my personal opinion based on my tastebuds, expectations and food experiences so don’t come at me! Do not quote me on anything because one man’s meat is another man’s poison✌🏻
Brunch outings, especially with family, offer a great way to bond over comforting and innovative dishes. From my experience, a café that manages to combine familiar Western brunch elements with unique twists can truly elevate the meal. For example, the Green Pesto Pappardelle’s fresh pesto sauce complements the wide pasta and the textural additions like mushrooms, tomatoes, and pomegranate seeds — a clever mix that brightens each bite. While I personally prefer pasta cooked slightly more al dente, the overall flavor here is well balanced and satisfying. The Scrambled Egg Mentaiko Waffle intrigued me with its combination of creamy eggs and mildly torched mentaiko atop a thick, slightly crispy waffle. The subtle buttermilk flavor in the waffle adds a nice depth, although I agree that a touch more sauce could have enhanced the savory profile even further. This sort of creative pairing shows how cafés can rethink traditional waffles to match brunch cravings. A star of the brunch has to be the hot Dirty Matcha. Unlike typical iced versions, serving it hot preserves the distinct layers of espresso and matcha, creating a concentrated, bittersweet experience similar to a non-creamy macchiato that stays memorable long after the meal. This kind of drink perfectly suits cooler days or anyone seeking an intense matcha flavor. Shakshuka is another dish that stands out with its unique flavor, hinting at bell peppers and their special seasoning, paired with chickpeas for added texture. The choice of an onsen egg over the usual baked egg adds a silky richness that complements the tomato base well. Although the accompanying sourdough toast is just okay, the shakshuka itself is hearty and comforting — ideal for those desiring a twist on classic brunch selections. Overall, cafés that offer a variety of thoughtfully prepared dishes with unique touches can make brunch dates more memorable. Visiting a buzzing spot without long queues at 1.30pm was fortunate and shows that timing can be key for a pleasant experience. Sharing these personal opinions about flavors and textures helps others decide what to try and enhances the joy of discovering new favorite dishes during casual outings.
