5 reasons to mug a cake in 5 minutes (via :: epicurean escapism ::)

As I am feeling apologetic about the lack of posts here on this site, here is a repost of an interesting article of a microwavable cake. how cool is that?!

If you’re having a lil déjà vu and think you’ve seen the above photograph on a site or two, it means you’re following me on Twitter, and are privy to the fact that I’ve included this recipe when I guest-blogged over at Chai & Biskut a couple of days ago, and mentioned it on my other blog. Now if you find the photograph absolutely new to you, it means you must surely have a good excuse for not following me on Twitter you’re missing out on the … Read More

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Whampoa Handmade Noodles

aka Mee Hoon Kuey for us Singaporeans. These handmade noodles are similar to la mian and probably originated from China. The noodles usually come simmered in a thick, white broth of pork and egg white with plenty of ikan billis, but this particular stall in Whampoa serves Mee Hoon Kuey in a clear soup base which I love!

Whampoa Handmade Noodles dishes out the best Mee Hoon Kuey I’ve ever tasted – with 2 big prawns, crispy ikan billis,  minced pork, and loads of leafy vegetables. The soup is sweet and goes very well with the springy and chewy noodles. Located at the Whampoa Hawker Centre, this stall usually sees a very long queue starting around noon, according to my colleague. Besides prawns, there is also an option to include abalone clams. Next time I’ll definitely give that a try.

If you’re feeling peckish, the stall next to Whampoa Handmade Noodles sells some soft and tasty chwee kueh, a snack made from rice flour and topped with preserved vegetables (chye poh).

Delicious!

Food from all over the world

Thai food in Bangkok

Korean BBQ in Ho Chi Minh City

Vietnamese rolls in Ho Chi Minh City

Okonomiyaki in Osaka

Katsudon in Omotesando, Tokyo

Tsukemen, a type of ramen in Tokyo

Bites and Bytes

I had my first foodgasm when I was 16 at a seafood restaurant in Hong Kong’s Tsim Sha Tsui area. The culprit was a baked lobster with cheese dish, reminiscent of lobster thermidor, but without the shells.

Firm, springy lobster chunks coated in a rich, buttery and fragrant sauce – the first bite hit that sweet spot on my tastebuds, sending euphoric signals to my brain which interpreted the dish as nothing less than divine.

I’ve had a couple of similar lightheaded moments since then, but the point is that not every dining experience will leave you squealing in ecstasy like what Giada De Laurentiis does on Food Network.

Photo credits: Food Network

For more hilarious foodgasm faces, check out http://foodnetworkhumor.com/2009/12/the-top-10-biggest-food-network-foodgasms-of-2009/

This blog is not all about featuring supremely awesome food that will blow your mind. We know that taste is subjective anyway.

But opinions are opinions, no matter how “great”, “good”, ho-hum”, or “blargh”.  Some dining establishments may be more memorable than others, and some may even be remembered for all the wrong reasons.

We’re just happy to be eating, and happy you’re coming along for the ride.

xoxo,

Maddy and Leya