Articles
Chefs Interview
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Soft, fluffy, and all things pretty. We find out what makes our beloved Japanese cakes so popular! Ask anyone what comes to mind when they think of Japanese cakes, and they’ll tell you how dele...
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“Whether it’s Japanese rice vinegar, Singaporean sambal belachan, or Thai sweet chili sauce, I enjoy experimenting with Asian flavours and Western cooking techniques. My passion in fusion dishes bloss...
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Tempura is one of the most popular Japanese foods around the world, but did you know it actually has Portuguese origins? In the late 16th century, Portuguese missionaries and merchants residing in Nag...
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“About 70 percent of the ingredients I use in my restaurant are sourced from Japan. Although I employ French cooking techniques and my cuisine is decidedly French, it’s no secret that I am a big fan o...
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“Nowadays, when you mention ‘fusion food’, no one bats an eyelid. But there was a time not so long ago when people thought incorporating Asian ingredients with Western cooking methods was strange. I b...
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Imagine going into a restaurant and not quite knowing what to expect. Omakase describes a type of Japanese dining where the chef decides what you eat. Here are three restaurants to enjoy an amazing om...
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Head Chef Ivan Brehm of The Kitchen at Bacchanalia talks about why the quality of intention affects the way food ultimately tastes. I’ve never been to Japan. I always plan to visit but every time s...
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It’s a combination that never fails to lift the spirits after a hard day at the office. We’re talking about sake and food! Meet the masters working their magic at three sake bars in Singapore. ...
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It’s a simple dish using few ingredients, but the technique, heart and soul that go into preparing just one sushi is nuanced and full of depth. Here, we give you a glimpse of great masters at work. ...
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“With White Asparagus & Tosajiro’s Egg, I wanted to create a dish where the ingredients not only complement each another, they also enhance the flavour of Krug Grande Cruvee. I used white aspa...
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“When I first visited Japan, I was amazed by the dedication of the Japanese. Whether the dish is $5 or $5,000, there is a lot of pride that goes into preparing each dish. The chefs in Japan always do ...
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Yakiniku refers to grilled meat dishes, but the preferred meat of choice is beef. We speak to three yakiniku connoisseurs and their philosophy behind great-tasting grilled beef. ...
