Best Of Singapore Hawkers & Casual Dining: Ice Cream

Best Of Singapore Hawkers & Casual Dining: Ice Cream

Ice Cream

Trattoria Da Mimmo

Trattoria Da Mimmo
3 Clover Way

https://www.trattoriadamimmo.com.sg/

Burrata Pugliese Con Parma E Melone (SGD $56)

Hari Raya Puasa 2024

Hari Raya Puasa 2024

Lad & Dad 2024

Lad & Dad 2024
7 Tanjong Pagar Plaza #01-108

https://ladanddad.oddle.me/en_SG/

Scampi And Chips (SGD $19)

Chapters By Drinks & Co. Tasting Session 2024

Chapters By Drinks & Co. Tasting Session 2024
3D River Valley Road
#01-08 Clarke Quay

Opening Hours:
Sun - Thu: 12pm - 11pm,
Fri - Sat: 12pm - 2am


https://drinksandco.asia/pages/chapters

This was an invited media review. I did not pay for the meal during the free hosted tasting session.
Attended with representatives from Her Pen And Fork, msginginly, Epicurious Caniggia, Chubby Botak Koala, and Purple Taste.

Meal Flat Lay

Easter 2024

Easter 2024

Good Friday 2024

Good Friday 2024

Uin Footwear

Uin Footwear
Online Website Store

1010 Cambourne Business Park
Cambourne
South Cambridgeshire
Cambridgeshire CB22 6DP
England
United Kingdom

Room 1102
Block B Gaode Landmark Plaza
87 Huacheng Avenue
Tianhe
Guangzhou
Guangdong 510000
China

https://www.uinfootwear.sg/


Some pictures / images here in this post are sourced, and credited, to Uin Footwear. I am an actual customer of this brand, and personally paid for the products listed here.

World Water Day 2024

World Water Day 2024

International Day Of Happiness 2024

International Day Of Happiness 2024

PineappleTarts.SG

PineappleTarts.SG
Online Website Store

22 New Industrial Road
#03-15 Primax

https://pineappletarts.sg/


Some pictures / images here in this post are sourced, and credited, to PineappleTarts.SG. I am an actual customer of this brand, and personally paid for the products listed here.

Hinomi X1 Ergonomic Office Chair

Hinomi X1 Ergonomic Office Chair
Online Website Store

100D Pasir Panjang Road
#01-01 Meissa

https://sg.hinomi.co/products/hinomi-x1-high-end-ergonomic-office-chair


Some pictures / images here in this post are sourced, and credited, to Hinomi. I am an actual customer of this brand, and personally paid for the products listed here.

Sterra 7 Tankless Water Purifier

Sterra 7 Tankless Water Purifier
Online Website Store

Ubi Avenue 4
#01-22 UB One

https://sterra.sg/collections/water-purifiers


Some pictures / images here in this post are sourced, and credited, to Sterra. I am an actual customer of this brand, and personally paid for the products listed here.

Snow Slumber

Snow Slumber
Online Website Store

110 Geylang Lorong 23
#05-08 Victory Centre

https://snowslumber.com/


Some pictures / images here in this post are sourced, and credited, to Snow Slumber. I am an actual customer of this brand, and personally paid for the products listed here.

Sichuan Alley Tasting Session 2024

Sichuan Alley Tasting Session 2024
51 Telok Ayer Street #01-01

13 Stamford Road
#B1-30 Capitol Singapore

Opening Hours:
Daily: 10:30am - 9:30pm


https://www.facebook.com/sichuanalley/

This was an invited media review. I did not pay for the meal during the free hosted tasting session.
Attended with representatives from Her Pen And Fork, msginginly, Epicurious Caniggia, Chubby Botak Koala, and Purple Taste.

President Rice Noodles (SGD $24.50)

World Wildlife Day 2024

World Wildlife Day 2024

King Living

King Living
Online Website Store

22 Kallang Avenue
#01-00 Hong Aik Building

2 Leng Kee Road
#01-02 Thye Hong Centre

https://www.kingliving.com.sg/


Some pictures / images here in this post are sourced, and credited, to King Living. I am an actual customer of this brand, and personally paid for the products listed here.

Asus Zen AiO 24 All-In-One-Desktop PC

Asus Zen AiO 24 All-In-One-Desktop PC
Online Store

https://www.asus.com/sg/displays-desktops/all-in-one-pcs/zen-aio/zen-aio-24-m5401/

Some photos in this post were not shot by me; these are credited to Asus.

Asus Zen AiO 24 All-In-One-Desktop PC

Happe Design Atelier (HDA)

Happe Design Atelier (HDA)
37B Kreta Ayer Road

https://www.hda.studio/

Valentines Day 2024

Valentine's Day 2024

Ni Hao Bar

Ni Hao Bar
Level 1 The Civic Hotel, 388 Pitt Street, Sydney, New South Wales 2000, Australia

https://nihaobar.com.au/

Meal Flat Lay

The Boat Shed

The Boat Shed
1609 Anzac Parade, La Perouse, Sydney, New South Wales 2036, Australia
Sun - Thu 7am – 7pm, Fri - Sat 7am – 8:30pm
https://www.theboatshedlaperouse.com.au/


Bank Street, Pyrmont, Sydney, New South Wales 2009, Australia
Mon - Fri 7am – 4pm, Sat - Sun 7am – 5pm
https://theboatshedpyrmont.com.au/

Grilled Lobster With Garlic Butter (AUD $78)

Chinese New Year 2024

Chinese New Year 2024

Sydney Street Food - Part 3

Sydney Street Food - Part 3


More Sydney Street Food that I've tried during other visits to Sydney, Australia, continuing from Part 1, and Part 2.

Strawberry Watermelon Cake

Sydney Food Trail 2024

Sydney Food Trail 2024

Hotel Morris Sydney Handwritten Collection

Hotel Morris Sydney Handwritten Collection
412 Pitt Street
Haymarket
Sydney
New South Wales 2000
Australia

https://all.accor.com/hotel/A1G7/index.en.shtml


Refined Old-World Charm

(Ratings: On a scale of 1 to 10, with 1 = Worst and 10 = Best)
Overall: 8
Visited: Dec-2023
Ambience & Setting: 8
Food & Beverage: 5
Service: 8
Value for Money: 8
Budget about AUD $970 / SGD $855 per person.
- SGD $855 Accommodation 4D3N


Nearby Attractions: Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Darling Harbour, Sydney Convention And Exhibition Centre, Cockle Bay Wharf, Sydney Chinatown, Sydney Entertainment Centre, Sydney Fish Market, The Rocks, Sydney Tower, Sydney Chinese Gardens, Australian National Maritime Museum, Sydney Aquarium, Wildlife World, Pyrmont Bridge, Sydney Monorail, Hyde Park, ANZAC War Memorial, Australian Museum, Museum Of Sydney, Powerhouse Museum, Museum Of Contemporary Art, Royal Botanic Gardens, Taronga Zoo, The Star Casino


Hotel Facilities: Free Wi-Fi, 1 Restaurant & Bar (Bar Morris), Smart Cable Television, Laundry Service, Currency Exchange Service


Hotel Activities: Internet Surfing, Dining


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Introduction
Located about 20 minutes drive away from the Kingsford Smith Airport in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, the Hotel Morris Sydney Handwritten Collection is an evocative 4-star boutique hotel exuding a refined old-world charm. With its central location in the heart of the city near the business district, major shopping centres, and popular tourist attractions, the Hotel Morris Sydney Handwritten Collection serves as a great base to explore the area.


Ambience
Ambience at Hotel Morris Sydney Handwritten Collection is part Wes Anderson film set, part Italian American gangster mafia vibe, part old-world luxury. The Italian architecture features gorgeous arched lattice windows, high ceilings, and stark vibrant red, brown, black, and gold colour palettes.


Room
Rooms at Hotel Morris Sydney Handwritten Collection are clean and comfortable. I stayed at the luxurious Grande King room, their equivalent of a suite. There's a lounge area for dining or working, a custom designed bed, IIUVO soigné bathroom amenities, shower steamer, rain shower head, a 42-inch smart television, fast and stable wi-fi, and a Nespresso machine. I wished there was a chain lock for the door. I liked the complimentary wine they supplied.


Food
Food at Hotel Morris Sydney Handwritten Collection is focused on Italian cuisine, and is passably edible. The menu is limited. The dimly lit dining hall, which curiously doubles as a reception and lobby (I got confused not realising the hotel check-in was in this restaurant), features plush booths and high chairs. There are also many good dining options just a short walk away.


Service
Service at Hotel Morris Sydney Handwritten Collection is friendly and attentive. Staff accord each guest personalised attention, but there aren't too many on duty, so they serve one at a time. Requests are promptly fulfilled, and checking in and out was smooth. Housekeeping is polite and works efficiently, kudos to them!


Facilities & Activities
The facilities and activities at Hotel Morris Sydney Handwritten Collection, beyond the restaurant and bar, are non-existent, as this is a boutique hotel. This isn't a big problem, as Hotel Morris Sydney Handwritten Collection is within walking distance to many entertainment options, including major tourist attractions. Overall, I would recommend staying at Hotel Morris Sydney Handwritten Collection.


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Busan Street Food - Part 2

Busan Street Food - Part 2

More Busan Street Food that I've tried during other visits to Busan, South Korea, continuing from Part 1.

Huraideu Chikin Dak Ganjang Dosirak / Fried Chicken & Soy Garlic Marinated Chicken Meal Box

Samhwan Livestock The Premium (삼환축산 남포점)

Samhwan Livestock The Premium (삼환축산 남포점)
7-1 Nampo-Gil
Jung-Gu
Busan 48953
South Korea

https://m.blog.naver.com/shyunjin90/222570386016

https://naver.me/GLS7FGkM

Samgyeopsal Gui / Grilled Pork Belly (KRW ₩4,490 for 100g, ₩22,450 for 500g)

Jagalchi Market (부산 자갈치시장) — Nam Kyung (Stall 11) & Eun Ju Ne (Stall 3)

Jagalchi Market (부산 자갈치시장) — Nam Kyung (Stall 11) & Eun Ju Ne (Stall 3)
52 Jagalchihaean-Ro
Jung-Gu
Busan 48983
South Korea

https://english.visitkorea.or.kr/svc/whereToGo/locIntrdn/locIntrdnList.do?vcontsId=69318

https://naver.me/5s9mFoDe

Wang Ge Jjim / Steamed King Crab (Market Price, KRW ₩180,000 for 2kg)

Gojib Stubborn Chicken (고집파닭 남포점)

Gojib Stubborn Chicken (고집파닭 남포점)
33-2 Gwangjang-Ro
Jung-Gu
Busan 48953
South Korea

https://www.diningcode.com/profile.php?rid=LGXgg4YcxzgV

https://naver.me/FdseYBO6

Huraideu Chikin / Fried Chicken (KRW ₩19,000)

Nampo Seolleongtang (남포설렁탕)

Nampo Seolleongtang (남포설렁탕)
5 Gudeok-Ro 34Beon-Gil
Jung-Gu
Busan 48953
South Korea

https://www.instagram.com/explore/locations/308991116428746/nampo-seolleongtang/

https://naver.me/GjRyQSSA

Galbitang / Beef Short Ribs Soup (KRW ₩13,000)

Nampo Samgyetang (남포 삼계탕)

Nampo Samgyetang (남포 삼계탕)
16-1 Nampo-Gil
Jung-Gu
Busan 48953
South Korea

https://english.visitkorea.or.kr/svc/whereToGo/locIntrdn/locIntrdnList.do?vcontsId=85890

https://naver.me/FqS4z5Rq

Samgyetang Jeonbok / Ginseng Chicken Soup With Abalone (KRW ₩27,000)

Education Day 2024

Education Day 2024

Hotel Forêt Premier Nampo (호텔포레 프리미어 남포점)

Hotel Forêt Premier Nampo (호텔포레 프리미어 남포점)
54-1 Gudeok-Ro
Nampo-Dong 5(O)-Ga
Jung-Gu
Busan 48953
South Korea

https://www.hotelforetpremier.com/view/index.do?SS_SVC_LANG_CODE=ENG

https://naver.me/GXEx6Plb


Comfortable Functional Rooms, Great Location

(Ratings: On a scale of 1 to 10, with 1 = Worst and 10 = Best)
Overall: 7
Visited: Sep-2023
Ambience & Setting: 6
Food & Beverage: N.A.
Service: 7
Value for Money: 9
Budget about KRW ₩221,000 / SGD $221 per person.
- SGD $221 Accommodation 3D2N


Nearby Attractions: Dalmaji Hill, Haeundae Beach & Sea Life Busan Aquarium, Songjeong Beach, Gwangalli Beach, Busan Cinema Centre, Radium Art Centre, Yongdusan Park & 40 Steps & Busan Tower, Busan Museum, Busan Modern History Museum, Busan Museum Of Art, Gamcheon Cultural Village, Jagalchi Fish Market, Spaland Centum City, Hur Shim Chung Spa, Beomeosa Temple, Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, Taejongdae Park, Songdo Beach Skywalk, Dongbaek Island, Jangsan Mountain, UN Memorial Cemetery, Haeundae Blueline Park Sky Capsule, Busan X The Sky, Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) Square, Geumjeong Fortress


Hotel Facilities: Business Centre, Free Wi-Fi, 1 Dining Hall, Lobby Lounge, Terrace Lounge, Smart Cable Television, Toiletries & Essentials Vending Machine, Massage Chairs, Currency Exchange Service


Hotel Activities: Internet Surfing, Massage, Relaxing


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Introduction
Located about 30 minutes drive away from the Gimhae international airport in Busan, South Korea, the Hotel Forêt Premier Nampo (호텔포레 프리미어 남포점) is a modern 3-star hotel that's conveniently located in the city, within walking distance of several attractions, including Yongdusan Park & 40 Steps & Busan Tower, Jagalchi Fish Market, and Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) Square; as well as numerous shopping, dining, and entertainment options.


Ambience
Ambience at Hotel Forêt Premier Nampo is minimalist and functional. The modern touches within the warmly lit space are decent, while the corridors are narrow and cramped. There's barely any view, and what little there is looks out into either other buildings or the busy streets. The hotel shares its lower floors with a small shopping mall, which means lifts are usually crowded.


Room
Rooms at Hotel Forêt Premier Nampo are modern and comfortable. I stayed at the Deluxe Double Room, which has a comfortable clean queen-sized bed, a decent study desk, and a small pantry. The open wardrobe rather irked me, as I would have liked some additional flat surfaces instead of hanging all clothing. The bathroom is clean, well stocked and tech-enabled, and the shower also has an elderly-friendly bath stool.


Food
Food at Hotel Forêt Premier Nampo is non-existent, with just a dining hall where a simple breakfast is served as an add-on option. That said, there's plentiful food options nearby, from fresh seafood eateries in the famed Jagalchi Fish Market, to the bustling street food carts in the Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) Square.


Service
Service at Hotel Forêt Premier Nampo is efficient but transactional. The majority of interaction with staff is over the reception when you check-in, and they fulfil requests quickly. Housekeeping is decently performed. There's a vending machine with toiletries and other essentials, though you can also pick up items at the nearby shopping areas.


Facilities & Activities
The facilities and activities at Hotel Forêt Premier Nampo are scant. About the only 2 things of note, are the breezy outdoor terrace lounge which overlooks the street, and the massage chairs in the lobby lounge. The main draw to staying at Hotel Forêt Premier Nampo is really its fantastic location, making it a great jumping off point to walk and explore the city.


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