Yan Ting Dim Sum Brunch Buffet at The St. Regis Singapore

ABBEY: Video Review 

WILL: Yan Ting is one of the most awarded restaurant in Singapore. It is nestled at St. Regis hotel and because of that you will definitely receive tantamount ways of luxuries and being a VIP. 

On our email correspondence, Restaurant Guest Relation used this phrase “As such, I personally remain at your disposal should you require any assistance.”, gosh, I feel like a master. Haha! Oh! I emailed not only for reservation but to let them know what we are celebrating. Because of that, Abbey was presented a thick round chocolate cake to make his 10th Year in Singapore extra special. Thanks Yat Thien and Jeanie. 

Let’s go to the dumplings. If you are there for the dumplings, stick to it. Haha! There’s a pages of food that you will surely persuaded to order but...but...but consider your time. 2-hours of tasting all and determining what is the best will take those 2-hours. Haha. What food that hit to me most? 

The Deep-fried Phoenix-tail Prawn with Salted Egg Yolk - it has this crunchy in the outside but crumbly on the inside. Man! The salted egg is legit! 

Trio of Mushroom Dumpling with Black Truffle - I love mushroom and truffle and it is a no brainer why I like it. 

Double-boiled Bamboo Fungus Consomme with Cabbage and Mushroom - Soup is distinctive to any other soup. The mushroom taste is powerful and yet calmed by the sweetness of cabbage. It became an extra unique due to the bamboo fungus texture! 

Due to time and tummy restrictions, I totally regret not to get a taste of their congee nor rice selections. 

Don’t forget to savour the one-time serving lobster! Gosh! It is indeed a winner! The meat is tender and fresh. 

Very recommendable. Specially to people who want privacy, a peaceful dining place, a luxury! 

Thanks Yan Ting for taking care of before, during and after our reservation! May HE bless us all! 

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Yan Ting Dim Sum Bruch Buffet at The St. Regis Singapore

(W) https://www.yantingrestaurant.com

(H) Saturdays, Sundays & Public Holidays: 

First Seating: 10:30am to 12:30pm (Last order at 12:15pm) 

Second Seating: 1pm to 3pm (Last order at 2:45pm)

(A) 29 Tanglin Road, The St. Regis Singapore, Level 1U, Singapore, 247911

(T) +6565066887

Lay’s Poppables and Deep Ridged

ABBEY:

Lay’s Poppables

This is the new and funny-looking chips we got from the supermarket. Each chip resembles an inflated closed-net. And they are on the expensive side of the spectrum (2 bags for 9.55SGD). We tried Sea Salt and White Cheddar flavors; both taste good and not too overpowering. You can finish in one sitting with soda on the side.

Lay’s Deep Ridged

Lay’s chips come up with their version of ridges. And they went “deep”. The chip look like they have valleys on them. I wish they can have a plain one so I can partner it with any dip. But they do have flaming spicy and hot wings flavors. A nice way to breakout of the ordinary.

Lay’s Deep Ridged
Hot Wings and Flaming Spicy Flavour

Lay’s Poppables
White Cheddar and Sea Salt 

WILL: Chips are part of our life so Abbey and I is always ready to try new stacks of it on the shelves. Lately, Lay’s Maxx Ridged and Poppables are on the racks of ShengShiong. Woootwooo! 

Maxx Ridged has a deep ridges that harnessed the flavour. It is thick that has a thin separation from tough to bite and crispiness. Flavours are deeply incorporated and intact. Not so many crumbles unlike other chips. Of course, Flaming Spicy is my flavour. 

Poppables has this holes that gives an airy and light feeling. It is crispy and packed with it’s flavour. The not so good thing is, because it is feels light, you will end up muching for more. Haha! My fave flavour is Sea Salt! 

Do not be mediocre on chips! Try this Maxx Ridged and Poppables! 

The Fullerton Hotel Singapore | Luxurious Classical Hotel‎ with FREE A Maritime Journey Tour

ABBEY: This magnificent structure really made me wish that I could stay there one day. And here we are, we got a room for a night at The Fullerton Hotel to celebrate my 10th year living in Singapore. And as a member of I Prefer we got a room upgrade (Postmaster room - city view), bathtub, early check in, late check out and a cocktail. Our hotel stay comes also with buffet breakfast. Even our request for hypoallergenic pillows were granted. Since it’s a celebration the hotel decorated our room with balloons and flowers as well as a slice of decadent chocolate cake.

To maximize the comfort of the bed, we tired ourselves as we learned Singapore maritime history thru a free guided tour. Our tour guide Bill gave us some insights about the beginnings of Singapore trade and its plans for the future. Each participant received a food coupon for a drink and cake on the next visit to the hotel.

Back to our room we found ourselves in the bathtub and once relaxed onto slumber land. I look forward for breakfast and it didn’t disappoint. There is a mountain of pork bacon and I got a couple of plates of that. There’s also pork siopao, sausages, omelettes, congee and even sashimi. You can have Western coffee or local one. It was a good breaking of the fast. Hahaha. I also got the chance to dip on their infinity pool and just savour the calmness of the morning. Kudos to the staff specially to Mira and Claudia.

The Fullerton Hotel Singapore | Luxurious Classical Hotel‎
THE BED 

The Fullerton Hotel Singapore | Luxurious Classical Hotel‎
MERLION COCKTAIL

The Fullerton Hotel Singapore | Luxurious Classical Hotel‎

WILL: The Fullerton Hotel!?! Check! 

This is one of the hotel that we dream to have a staycation. And due to iPrefer (free membership), we found a great booking rate and many perks come along with it. 

To celebrate Abbey’s 10th year with a bang! I communicated with The Fullerton Hotel Guest Recognition Team and from there we planned how to surprise my husband. They are very lovely and helpful. I was about to deliver one day before the balloons and flowers to decorate the room but due to my busy schedule, I ended up buying chocolates and coffee. Haha! Guest Recognition promised me that they will put it on the table and will add up a complimentary cake. I am totally thankful for their kindness. 

Abbey arrived in the The Fullerton Hotel first (I am on a half day leave only, Haha) and he was shocked by a news that our room was upgraded to Postmaster Room (bathtub, bidet toilet seats) and he was allowed for an early check-in. He went out to drop-by to our office for us to get a lunch. And then the magic begins. 

When we were back to the hotel room, Abbey squealed when he saw that the room was transformed. Well, I am surprised too! All I know is that Fullerton will only give a complimentary cake but they add the things that I can’t provide! Balloon and fresh orchids! Oh darling! Oh my! They gave 2 free voucher of Merlion Cocktail! The special rate for a iPrefer member (free) includes a buffet breakfast that offers of local delicacies and international food! Yeahbah! 

The Postmaster is huge with 3 parts: 

The entryway — a huge cabinet will welcome you and there’s a seat that you can use to wear or take off your shoes. 

The bathroom — they have this separate shower and toilet. And an amazing bathtub! 

The bedroom — The comfort of the huge and soft bed with a warm quilt. Oh we have chosen to have an hypoallergenic pillow! For sure this gives an extra calmness to our sleep. 

Add Ons: 

We booked to attend the Maritime Journey Tour and we were directed to go to Fullerton Bay Hotel Singapore. In there, we went to the past and know the history of the old ports, customs house and the way how the The Fullerton Bay Hotel designed and built! It is a wonderful time to spent your afternoon in Singapore. And hey! It is FREE!  

The Fullerton Hotel Staycation is a MUST! You will enjoy your time in here to the FULLEST! 🤗 The Fullerton Hotel Singapore is a winner! 

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The Fullerton Hotel Singapore 

(W) https://www.fullertonhotels.com

(A) 1 Fullerton Square Singapore 049178

(T) 6733 8388

The Fullerton Heritage

(W)https://www.thefullertonheritage.com

BIZEN Okayama Wagyu Steakhouse - Astons

ABBEY: We were in Funan checking what’s new with the place and also explored what are the dining options the mall has to offer. We went to Bizen for dinner. The queue is beginning to get long even though it has many empty tables. The “culprits” are the cashier and the customers. Before you can seat the cashier will take your order and you will pay. And since the menu is new, he has to explain the items and the customer will take time to decide what he wants. Maybe there can be a better way to address this.

Anyways I got chicken teriyaki with rice and macaroni bacon and cheese for sides for 10.90 SGD. The meat is moist and the sauce is sweet and have a burnt taste just like char. The restaurant is beside the wall climbing so you can enjoy your food while watching the climbers “suffer and get exhausted “. Haha. The table have flowing water that falls at the end which gives you that waterfalls sound and makes you relax.

BIZEN Okayama Wagyu Steakhouse - Astons
Kurobuta Pork Katsu

BIZEN Okayama Wagyu Steakhouse - Astons
Teriyaki Chicken

WILL: After meetup with our friends and waxing session at Spa D’or, we decided to take a dinner at the newly renovated Funan Mall. We were amazed that it has changed. From boring mall to a very playful-glittery place. There are many food outlets to choose from and we went direct for Bizen. 

Bizen is one of Astons’ conglomerate. The queue is not that long, uniquely before you will get a seat, you need to order and buy upfront. 

I went for Kurobuta Pork Katsu. The pork slice is thick. What? Yeah! It is like fillet mignon thick. And it is juicy. The meat doesn’t have a fibre that will stuck in between your teeth. This is a good piece of pork! It is tasty that you will never need any dip. 

Totally recommend this place specially to people who wants to have a unique table and seat to dine in. For couples who have a low budget wants to have a simple date! For family to have a family time. 

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BIZEN Okayama Wagyu Steakhouse - Astons

(W) http://www.astons.com.sg/partners/bizen/

(H) 1130am - 10pm

(A) #B2-22 Funan 107 North Bridge Road Singapore 179105

(T) 6970 0481

Tokyo Milk Cheese Factory Singapore - Cow Cow Milk Pie

ABBEY: This is not an ordinary cream puff. It is the fruit of croissant and pastry cream getting married. Haha.

The pastry has the consistency of a croissant which has layers of “flakiness”. And the cream is not overpoweringly sweet. Enough to tease your tastebuds for another bite. We got these at their stall at Jewel.

Tokyo Milk Cheese Factory Singapore
Cow Cow Milk Pie 

Tokyo Milk Cheese Factory Singapore
MENU

WILL: Cream puff is one of my favourite pastries and thank you to Ate Loide for Cow-Cow’s Milk Pie recommendation. 

We bought the Cow Cow Milk Pie at Jewel Changi Airport. Abbey bought a coffee to partner it with. While the light and sounds are on show, we keep on munching this delightful piece of pastry. 

How was it? It is milky and more on the sweeter side. The bread is super soft that it almost melting from within. This is good for afternoon tea or for dessert. For sure your kids will love this. 

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Jewel Changi B2-265 (Cow Cow Kitchen Flagship)
(W) http://www.tokyomilkcheesesg.com

(H) 10am to 10pm daily

(A)78 Airport Boulevard #B2-265 Singapore 819666

(T) +65 94566018 (call/text/whatsapp)

R&B Tea Singapore - Brown Sugar Boba milk with Cheese Brûlée

ABBEY: There are lots of bubble tea shops here in Singapore. And I’m confused which ones got the better taste than the others. Wilma brought one home from R & B Tea; Brown Sugar Boba Milk with Cheese Brûlée. The flavor is rich and creamy. Not too sweet but pretty sure that sugar is off the charts for recommended daily allowance. But who’s counting? :) Glad to know there are options I can indulge with.

R&B Tea Singapore
Brown Sugar Boba milk with Cheese Brûlée

WILL: Many milk tea shops popping up here in Singapore and R&B is one of it that there’s always a long queue. 

I tried a sip and I fell in love! Haha. R&B’s Brown Sugar Boba Milk with Cheese Brûlée, one of the drinks that you will always crave for. That luscious, salty and creamy cheese topping with the sweet combination of boba is a champ! Really, really live it. 

But hey. Watch out the calories and sugar of this drink. A friendly reminder. 

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R&B Tea Singapore

(F) https://www.facebook.com/rbteasg/

(A) #01-07 100am, Singapore 079027

(T) 11am - 9pm 

Tiong Bahru Bakery Safari

ABBEY: After being in “house-arrest” for three weeks of recuperation, I managed to get out. :)

Wilma and I met with Chat and Shaine at Tiong Bahru Bakery Safari for the long-planned exchange of supplies from Philippines. It will get you sweating going to the place. What do you expect? It is a safari. A tent-like structure will welcome you and don’t worry about the heat inside. They have giant fans and good air circulation. No mosquitoes as well. I got pulled pork sandwich partnered with a latte. It is a bit pricey but the quality of food is there. The pork is sweet and sour and the coriander seeds gave the tangy kick. The latte is good as it is. No need for additional sugar. 

Good to catch up with friends in a good place.

Tiong Bahru Bakery Safari
Savoury 

Tiong Bahru Bakery Safari

WILL: Malls were overcrowded during weekends and we need to breathe real oxygen and not processed by air conditioning, there are many cafes offering an al fresco dining at the parks but Tiong Bahru themed cafe is unusual. It is a SAFARI! 

The cafe was covered with tent in a middle of garden. Believe me or not, we do not feel hot because of the good ventilation. Their designs and accessories of course even the plates were in safari concepts. It seems that we are transported to Africa. Haha! Just missing the roaring lions and other animals. 

The food? It is Tiong Bahru Cafe, what wold you expect? It is good! I love the Brie & Roasted Mushroom Croissant. The brie cheese gives a different punch in every bite! 

Totally recommended! A good place to relax and catch-up with friends. 

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Tiong Bahru Bakery Safari

(W) https://www.tiongbahrubakery.com

(H) Daily: 8am to 6pm

(A) 130E Minden Road Singapore 248819

(T) +65 6877 4876

Liang Yi Foot Reflex - The Good TCM Healers

ABBEY: I got sick on the month of June and the first question the doctor asked me is “Are you stressed?”. Whoa! That escalated quickly. So to help me with my predicament, we went back to the basics; veggie diet, lemon-cayenne concoction on an empty stomach, vitamin C overdose and a massage.

We went to Liang Yi (Selatar Mall) for an hour of foot reflexology. Good thing there are no available seats so I got my massage laid down. The foot reflex made me relaxed and I enjoyed the session. Right points were hit and some of them I was not aware needed “kneading”. I’m satisfied with the service and will recommend to my friends.

Liang Yi Foot Reflex - The Good TCM Healers

Liang Yi Foot Reflex - The Good TCM Healers

WILL: Abbey is in process of curing his rashes and we are taking every opportunity that might help or expedite the healing. He overdosed himself with Vitamin C through fruits, he took enough and long sleeps and breathed in fresh oxygen from parks. Last thing to accomplish is relaxation through foot reflex. 

I know that you already have the knowledge about how you can stimulate internal organs by pressing those points. So on that, we booked a foot reflexology at Ling Yi’s Seletar Mall branch via Fave. It only cost us $29.00. 

We were guided to go into a room and we laid on the massage table for a reflex. They gave two hot compressed pillow that caused my neck and lower back to relax. The place is clean and no bad odours can be smelled. The people is not pushy to buy their package. 

So how’s the massage? I am shocked that there are points that seems never been kneaded before. It is so unbelievably relax my body.  

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Liang Yi

(H) 10am - 10pm

(A)33 Sengkang West Ave, #02-24 The Seletar Mall Singapore 797653

(T)92970013

HSBC Rain Vortex Light & Sound Show - Jewel Changi Airport

ABBEY: We were able to see the HSBC Rain Vortex Light Show at Jewel few minutes before watching a movie. It is a 5-minute show where the lights and sounds give life to the tallest indoor waterfall. 

Show starts at 7:30PM and every hour after that until 12:30AM. But no need to wait for that; the waterfall itself will amaze you with its rainforest ambiance. Surely this is one of the jewels of Jewel. 

Go to the airport way early before your flight and visit Jewel.

HSBC Rain Vortex Light & Sound Show
Jewel Changi Airport 

WILL: The newly built glass dome with cascading waterfall will surely amaze you! What more if you see the light and sound show of Jewel Changi Airport? Jewel Changi has the world’s tallest indoor waterfall with almost 38,000 liters of water cascading every minute through the oculus. 

I do not want to spoil anything about the light and sound show, so please just go there and watch it. It is free every night! Enjoy! 

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HSBC Rain Vortex Light & Sound Show 

(W) https://www.jewelchangiairport.com/en/attractions/rain-vortex.html

(H) 7:30 PM - 12:30MN (Hourly)

(A) 78 Airport Blvd