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CHEERS...

Listen up all hardcore drinkers! You can now enjoy as many alcoholic beverages as you want with the CHEERS App without burning a hole in your pocket! Yes, the CHEERS App, which is a sister product of the Entertainer Singapore, entitles you to a Buy One Get One Free Offers on drinks in your favourite drinking spots in Singapore. In other words, you can now drink more and also save more at the same time. Furthermore, click on my link: https://www.theentertainerme.com/cart/addproduct?id=1958&coupon_code=yongweikai2017 to get the ENTERTAINER Singapore 2017 App at 98 SGD (normal price 125 SGD) and it comes with a FREE Cheers Singapore 2017 App (normal price 125 SGD). This Flash February Offer is only available from 1st February 2017 till 31st February 2017. Hurry and get it before the promotion ends!

With more than 800 participating restaurants in the CHEERS App, it’s hard to pick my favourite and so, I’ll be sharing two of them – Caffe B & Museo.

Caffe B

Caffe B at Marina Bay Sands is one of the merchants on the Cheers Singapore 2017 app and offers a range of interesting and carefully-curated cocktails. Each cocktail is created through hours of experimentation by their talented mixologist. The cocktails at Caffe B are definitely well-mixed, in the sense that the alcoholic taste aren't that overwhelming. They were smooth and very enjoyable. But that doesn't mean they aren't strong. The kick comes at the end. Also, the cocktails paired very well with the food at Caffe B. Overall, I had a great experience at Caffe B.

Yuzu Mojito // $19

This was refreshing. The yuzu added an extra sweetness and aroma to the mojito. A drink like this really throws all the stress aside.

Ume Gin // $19

This was my favourite cocktail at Caffe B. Not that I’m a fan of Gin, but I thought the cocktail was well-mixed in such a way that it becomes extremely addictive. One sip and you are trapped. I couldn’t stop myself from having another one. This might be a little strong for the ladies.

Berrytini // $16

Tuned more towards to the sweeter side, this drink is definitely for the ladies. The alcohol hits right at the end but no worries, it’s subtle and that means you can drink more!

Other than the drinks being in the CHEERS app, Caffe B is also on the Entertainer App where you get to enjoy a 1-1 on their mains. The above are pictures of the mains that you can order at Caffe B if you have the Entertainer App. These paired very well with their cocktails.

Museo

Away from the hustle and bustle, Museo is another beautiful drinking spot that can be found in the CHEERS Singapore 2017. Located at Sentosa Cove, Museo is the perfect place to chill and drink after a long day of work. The modernistic restaurant is very cosy and they offers no calories cocktails. Yes, their cocktails have no calories which means you can drink more without having to watch your weight!

Museo offers three Cheers vouchers which will give you:

- 1 for 1 on bottle of house wine

- 2 for 2 on glasses of cocktails

- 1 for 1 on glasses of house beverage

Museo By The Bay // $22

This is made with freshly squeezed lemon juice, Apricot liqueur shaken with premium bourbon, egg white, fresh blackberries and topped with a splash of red wine. It was served with Deep Fried Camembert Cheese ($13). Surprisingly, both complemented one another very well.

Cucumber Mojito // $16

This is a dietary cocktail made with white rum, cucumber, mint, and citrus. I thought the cucumber was going to overpower everything but I was wrong. It turns out to be very refreshing. The combination works just fine.

Floral Melon Cooler // $18

This is another dietary cocktail made with watermelon flesh, French elderflower liqueur, fresh citrus, and vodka. It was served with Lavender Prawns ($14). This was legit amazing. I could drown myself with 4 glasses of this goodness. So fresh, sweet and damn addictive!

Cold Pasta // $11

This should be paired with Casa Silva Sauvignon Blanc ($16/glass; $38.80/carafe; $60/bottle), a fresh, clean white wine with star-bright straw tones with honey hues. It boasts an aroma of fresh apricots and mangoes, and a palate of crunchy white fruits with a subtle honey backbone.

BBQ Beef Short Ribs // $18

This should be paired with Casa Silva Sauvignon Reserva ($16/glass; $38.80/carafe; $60/bottle), an expressive red wine with notes of ripe fruits, cherry, strawberry, and chocolate, well-balanced with French oak. It is described as a harmoniously balanced, elegant wine with soft tannins and a long finish.

Museo is also available on the Entertainer App. It offers three Entertainer vouchers which will give you:

- 2 for 2 Dine-in-a-Cup items x 2

- 1 for 1 main course

So remember to click on my link to purchase the app! Here's the link:

https://www.theentertainerme.com/cart/addproduct?id=1958&coupon_code=yongweikai2017

Thank you Entertainer, Alvinology, Caffe B & Museo for having me!

The Peranakan...

Bright blue floral wall, Peranakan porcelains, chandeliers and batik sarongs are some of the things that will greet you when you enter the Straits Cuisine Restaurant at Claymore Connect. I was particularly awed by the delicate setting of the entire restaurant which not only gives off a very cosy and homely vibe but also paints a strong narrative of Peranakan culture. The warm and friendly service staffs also make the whole dining experience a memorable one. Headed by the experienced Executive Chef Raymond Khoo, the Peranakan Restaurant offers an extensive range of nostalgic and authentic Peranakan cuisine good for all ages (proven with so many families patronising their place). Also, they will be opening throughout this Chinese New Year.

Salmon Yee Sang Istimewa // $68

Unlike any other Yu Sheng, the Peranakan’s Yu Sheng was refreshing and very flavourful (there’s a subtle aftertaste of herbs & spices). It was not dry and the crackers were so addictive. They also added dried orange peels into the Yu Sheng to give a sour texture to it. This was legit delicious and dangerously addictive! Can’t watch my diet once I put a small portion of it into my mouth.

Like what I mentioned earlier, the crackers were really good. The vegetables were fresh and crunchy. They were also generous in the salmon servings and the salmon was really smooth and tender.

Each customer is given a small portion of Hei Bi as an appetiser. The Hei Bi is not very spicy and it goes very well with the in house belacan sauce.

Soursop/Passion Fruit with Biji Selaseh

A refreshing drink to rid away your tiredness after a long day of work!

Kueh Pie Tie Mini Set // $10

Kueh Pie Ti is one of my favourite Peranakan food. The cup was super crunchy. You can hear the cracking sound when you gently bite the crust down. The fillings, on the other hand, was juicy and flavourful. I could eat the fillings just by itself. This is definitely worth ordering!

I think I can eat 10 of this on my own. Paired with their in-house sauce, this was really amazing! You will regret if you did not order this!

Itek Tim // $9

This reminded me very closely to home. The broth was boiled for 6 hours to capture and absorb the essence of the ingredients that were put into the soup which makes it very rich and flavourful. The duck meat was tender and the kiam chye (salted vegetables) were soft.

Sup Bakwan Kepiting // $9

Again, the soup was boiled for 6 hours to encapsulate the flavour. The pork bone flavour was very distinct which makes the soup very sweet. The tender and succulent meatball is to die for. The texture was really good!

Nasi Ulam Istimewa // $17

The first bite was weird but it later becomes very addictive. Mixed with raw herbs, vegetables, minced fish and salted fish, this dish was definitely aromatic and flavourful. The rich wasn’t too dry or wet as well. A good appetiser to start the feast!

Satay Babi Sum Chan // $19

Contrary to its name, this is not the typical satay like we always see outside but this is a Peranakan rendition of satay without adding peanuts and it is not serve in a skewer form. Even though it looks very spicy because of the colour, I can assure you it is not spicy at all. The sauce was flavourful and if you add the sauce into your rice, you don’t need anything else at all.

Ayah Buah Keluak // $22

Some people might find it too exotic for their liking but you will get used to it after a while. The meat was well-cooked and firm. The sauce may be a little salty if you eat it alone but it tasted alright if you drizzled it onto your rice.

Nonya Chap Chye // $15

This was superb. From the sauce to the mixed vegetables, everything was on point. The mixed vegetables were really soft and tender (literally melts in your mouth).

Pandan Gula Melaka Cake with Durian // $8

My eyes were wide open when I popped the chiffon cake into my mouth. It was insanely delicious. The combination was deadly – Gula Melaka Cake, Coconut Shavings and Durian. All these are prepared daily to maintain its freshness and quality! This was so addictive. I nearly wanted to buy one box of it!

Besides their Peranakan cuisine, the Peranakan also offers Chinese New Year goodies such as Pineapple Tarts and Love Letter.

Like what I said earlier, the interior has a strong Peranakan vibe and the setting of the restaurant is very cosy and homely. Also, the Peranakan Restaurant does not add any MSG into their food which makes their cuisine healthier. Thank you the Peranakan & Executive Chef Raymond Khoo for inviting me!

Nearest Mrt Station: Orchard

Location: 422 Orchard Road, Orchard Hotel – Level 2 Claymore Connect, Singapore 238879

What To Order: Chap Chye, Satay, Pandan Gula Melaka Cake with Durian

Restaurant Rating: 4.5/5

Food Ratings: 8.5/10

Written by: Yong Wei Kai (Follow me on Instagram @yongweikai or @sgcafehopping)

Ban Heng Restaurant...

With only one week away to the eve of Chinese New Year, most people would already have in mind the dishes they are preparing for reunion dinner. If you are still having trouble deciding on what to cook on that day, or simply, you just want to skip all the hassle, Ban Heng Restaurant is offering free delivery service for their Special Reunion Dinner Set Menus from now till 11^th February 2017, excluding 28^th January 2017.

Offering 4 different set menus (with prices ranging from $398++, $498++, $698++ & $888), you can now enjoy your reunion dinner comfortably with your family without having to worry about the food and cleaning up at the end. Also, be prepared to be blown away by the lavish dishes that are offered in each set menu. Even though some people may find it too expensive, the quality and quantity of the food makes it extremely value-for-money.

Pencai & Assorted Seafood in Claypot // $188 (4-6 pax) & $288 (8-10 pax)

This is so value-for-money! Buy pencai and you’ll get an assorted seafood in claypot for free. Also, you get to keep the claypot (as seen in the above picture) for good. The pencai includes cold crab, boiled prawns, blackfish, dried oyster, goose meats, roast chicken, braised meats, Chinese sausage, cured wax meats and sea moss while the assorted seafood in claypot comprises of superior shark’s fin, abalone, sea cucumber, dried scallops, mushrooms, top shell and pig’s trotter & lettuce. They were both massive!

The Honey Mustard Fruit Yu Sheng // $68++ (10 pax)

Throwing the honey mustard sauce into the Yu Sheng may sound bizarre at first but it totally works. The honey mustard sauce not only added flavour and texture to the Yu Sheng, it was also very addictive. The addition of the fruits made the entire Yu Sheng very refreshing and the watermelon especially added an additional crunch to the Yu Sheng.

I was served the "Good Luck & Prosperity Yu Sheng Set Menu (鸿运鱼生席)" under the Special Reunion Dinner Set Menus for Home Delivery. Below are the pictures of the dishes I had on that day. The meal left me in a very deep food coma and we couldn’t finish all the food even though they were delicious!

Shark's Fin Soup with Shredded Dried Scallops & Crab Meat

Steamed Live Sea Garoupa in Hong Kong Style

Boiled Live Prawns

Braised Whole Abalone (10 Headed) with Chinese Mushroom & Vegetables

Braised Chicken with Chinese Herbs

Stewed "Tien-Tsin" Cabbage Topped with Fatt Choy

Heat Rice in Lotus Leaf

Pumpkin Orh-Nee

As you can see from the picture, I had a sumptuous feast and went home with a bulging stomach. Besides the huge portion, I found all the dishes not too oily and it was very comforting. Also, Ban Heng Restaurant is having a promotion which I thought was worth sharing to you guys! There is a 38% discount from 11 Jan 2017 - 26 Jan 2017 & 50% discount from 29 Jan 2017 - 11 Feb 2017. Hurry and call them at 6298 5285 or 6291 0407 for home delivery services or for reservation purposes!

Thank you Ban Heng Group and Levitate for the super fulfilling dinner!

Nearest Mrt Station: HarbourFront

Location: 1 Maritime Square, #04-01 HarbourFront Centre, HarbourFront Centre, Singapore 099253

What To Order: Chinese New Year Set Menu

Restaurant Rating: 4/5

Food Ratings: 8/10

Written by: Yong Wei Kai (Follow me on Instagram @yongweikai or @sgcafehopping)

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