Hanyuan Daily is a Nanyang-style Hainanese kopitiam in JB with over 50 years of heritage. With Oriental Kopi being the usual JB kopitiam go-to for many Singaporeans, the real question is: does Hanyuan Daily deserve the same hype? OUR READINGS: 🥪DOUBLE DELIGHT BREAD PLATTER 8.50RM ($2.75) - 🍴4

The chefs used to work in a 1-star Michelin Korean restaurant, and now they're selling ginseng chicken soup and collagen porridge starting at S$4.90. The queue is long, the prices are affordable, and the hype suggests this is a meal worth standing around for. Naturally, we had to see if the

Ticco is a lifestyle dessert and coffee brand in Malaysia best known for its signature Swiss rolls, premium branding, and limited flavour drops that sell at different timings throughout the day. With long queues and flavours that can sell out fast among Singaporeans, is it worth queuing for? DI

Palates & Bagels has already built a name for itself with its aesthetic cafés and bagels with Thai and Asian-inspired twists. Now they’ve opened at the new SKS mall in JB, and naturally, the question is whether this outlet holds up to the expectations set by their other branches. DISCLAIMER

Pekin is one of those old-school JB spots locals bring you to for a proper Chinese family-style meal. The menu is huge, the portions are made for sharing, and while the suckling pig sounds like the star, some of the side dishes ended up being the real standouts  DISCLAIMER - NOT SPONSORED OUR

Tutto, is a fresh and casual Italian that serves authentic and hand-crafted pizzas and pasta under $20. Located at Jewel and Holland, both naturally date-friendly areas, does it level up your date or is just a decent Italian food in an aesthetic setting? DISCLAIMER - NOT SPONSORED OUR FINDING

Unlimited meat sounds like an easy yes, until the bill comes and not every cut makes the cut. Brazil Churrasco is one of Singapore's most iconic steakhouses. serving rodizio-style meat since 1994. The experience is fun, but once the novelty fades, the real question is whether the meat justif

HCMC can feel overwhelming for first-timers. If you don't know where to begin, here's a starter guide compiled of all the food that we personally like. Most of the ratings are 5/5 and that is not an overstatement. 1️⃣SOL KITCHEN - 5/5 ⭐️ A modern take on Latin American classics on the

SIO PASTA 📍B1-16 Raffles City Shopping Centre, Singapore 179103 Michelin recognised chef. Singapore debut. But does the pedigree actually show up on the plate? Sio Pasta is the Singapore concept from the chef behind Michelin restaurant Sio Aoyama in Tokyo. The credentials are impressive on pap

Right below the office. Two minute decision. But is it actually worth your lunch break? The Bagel Bunch sits in the heart of Buona Vista's business district. Three minutes from the MRT, super convenient. On a tight schedule, that's either a lifesaver or a cruel joke depending on how fast

NANGLEN 📍20 Tg Pagar Rd, Singapore 088443 At Nanglen, our forkcast shows 65% chance of actually enjoying a romantic date. The place serves a menu that leans bold and smoky, with grilled meats and comforting Thai classics. On paper, it checks all the boxes for a casual date but like any forec

WOWODIAN 📍B1-13/14/15 Raffles City, Singapore 179103 Wowodian is known for its traditional Sichuan cooking, with dishes like pork buns made using traditional techniques and their signature sauerkraut fish. But beyond the food, the real question is whether the overall experience works for a d

WEWA 📍277 Orchard Road, Gateway, 01 -17 Orchard, 238858 Finding a good work lunch in Orchard is harder than it sounds. Quick, satisfying, and worth your time. Does WEWA deliver? We put their pitas, shawarma, and bowls to the test to see which hits the mark for busy lunch hours. DISCLAIMER -

DABBA STREET 📍1 North Point Dr, B2-158, Singapore 768019 A menu that riffs off classics like biryani and butter chicken, paired with lighter, modern sides. We tested if it actually works in a 1-hour lunch window. DISCLAIMER - NOT SPONSORED ANALYSIS: 🍽 TASTE - 4.5/5 🫓BUTTER CHICKEN

FISHERMAN FIREPOT 📍Blk 293 Yishun Street 22 01-261 [STORE HAS CLOSED DOWN] This might be one of the more interesting zi char deals I’ve seen. For $68, you get a 6-dish combo that includes a fish head steamboat, meat, seafood, vegetables and sides (already pretty generous for a group meal)

CHA CHA CHA 📍32 Lor Mambong, Singapore 277690 The oldest Mexican restaurant should bring the heat . Bold flavours, vibrant vibes, and food worth coming back for. We visited Cha Cha Cha to see if it delivers or if you should skip for a date night. What we ordered • Shredded Beef Tacos ($15)

TINTO 📍10 Dempsey Rd, #01 -21, Singapore 247700 TINTO Spanish Restaurant at Dempsey Hill - Best Paella in Singapore Food, ambience, and a touch of romance — does the traditional spanish spot Tinto check all the boxes, or just your appetite? We went to find out so you don’t have to risk it o