Rakuichi @ Dempsey Hill

Rakuichi situated in Dempsey Hill @ Block 10, which is at an obscure corner, quiet and relaxing.

A very good place to chill the afternoon away.

Salmon Sashimi Platter

~ The thickness is just right, and the tenderness of the fish just melts in your mouth.

It is refreshing and sweet at the same time. ~

Appetizer which comes as the sides for the set

~ With the flavorsome sides, it just wakes your tummy for the Mains ~

Grilled Skewers of the day

~ The Pork were cooked just right, it is not tough and yet juicy. Each mouthwatering bite you take, you will just want more. The middle piece is the mid-joint of a chicken wing, and a piece of salmon with the red and green capsicums ~

Assorted Semi Grilled Sushi Platter

~ Making a fusion where the raw fish i.e. Salmon, Tuna and etc are grilled, and with the right sauce used, it makes the dish whole. And you will never get sick of it. 

You may want to consider this main, if you not a big fan of rice bowls. ~

Black Sesame Ice Cream 

~ A meal is not complete without dessert. 

When the ice cream is served, the aroma of the black sesame fills the air. 

The ice cream is smooth and concentrated ~

I would recommend the place for lunch, especially with the lunch sets it is worth trying.

Their Sashimi platters are fresh and the presentation makes it alluring.

With the ambiance, turning up with your friends and family is definitely a must!

Price: It ranges from S$40 - S$50 per pax for lunch, 

that's about the pricing for sets you can do ala carte too.

They have more than one outlet, but I still prefer the outlet @ Dempsey Hill.

Rakuichi Japanese Restaurant

Dempsey Hill

10 Dempsey Road #01-22

Singapore 247700

Tel: +65 6474 2143

Fax: +65 6474 2368

Shinkei @ Toa Payoh

I was walking along Toa Payoh's library I can't help but stopped and notice that the building next to shop & save had changed, on top of that a huge banner highlighting a Jap buffet @ 'Shinkei' was hung at the front of the building.  

After recommendation from friends, I decided to give it a try and boy am I lucky enough to purchase the deals before satisfying my Jap's craving.

We were welcomed with a brightly lighted signboard. The interior, it had just enough light to allow you to see what you are eating, accompanied with the background Japanese music which built up the just right atmosphere.

The waitress welcomed us with a big smile, which made that evening better! She brought us to our table, and patiently went through the method of ordering, as it is our first time there.... (she is really helpful)

We started ordering a stick of gizzard, a piece of shishamo and two portion of mixed sashimi and etc.... (the portioning was purposely made small just enough for us to try.)

when we gotten our order for the salmon sashimi, it was rather disappointing as the slice of salmon was a little petite and thin compared to those sashimi at other Jap restaurant.... 

To me sashimi of a bite size, with a little of width is considered to be the minimum of a good sashimi platter. And of cause, the choice of the various parts of the salmon also played a big part.

The gizzard and the shisamo were sadly under my expectations,  the gizzard wasn't properly treated before cooking, there's a smell when you are eating it. Which is not appetizing. For the shisamo it was way overcooked. (It supposed to be pregnant fish, but I think I ate just a flat and skinny fish) =((

Nonetheless we finished the plate of the sashimi... and we decided to give it a second chance and placed another order of the salmon sashimi. When the second serving of the salmon sashimi was dished out, I know we did the right thing to give it a second chance. The sashimi is served much better, which turns the table around, Sedapp....

The terriyaki beef were a little over cooked, as each bite I took  the beef just get chewier and tougher :((.

The tempura will just right, the batter was light and tasty...

With the well mannered service crews, this venue is suited for families and large group of friends to enjoy nights out together... I will recommend if you guys want to try it, purchase the deal from groupon.sg or deal.sg; it is more worth it!

SHINKEI Japanese Restaurant
600 Lorong 4 Toa Payoh
#01-06/07/10
Singapore 319515

Opening Hours
Monday - Sunday
Lunch: 11am - 2.30pm
Dinner: 6pm - 10.30pm


Buffet Pricing: 
Lunch: ADULTS - $ 32++
Dinner:ADULTS - $ 35++ (Sun to Thur), ADULTS - $ 38++ (Fri, Sat , Eve of PH)

Laurent Bernard Chocolatier @ Robertson Quay

It's a Friday's evening and the whole place was filled with music from different restaurant and chattering voices from the diners...making the pier so lively. To satisfy the never-ending crave of my sweet-tooth, I came upon Laurent Bernard @ Robertson Quay. 

It's a small cafe with 2 parts to the shop, where one side you can just sit and enjoy the French patisserie with your companion... and the other part is where all the chocolates are displayed, for you to make your choice .... mmhmmm!!! With the choice of color of the store and furniture, it made that evening so soothing and stress free.

Pleasure Individual

Combination of chocolate sheets, whipped chocolate cream, ganache, hazelnut dacquoise and praline. 

If you like hazelnut, this is a must try!

Lava Cake with Vanilla Ice Cream 

Chocolate souffle ~ signature dessert

- Crispy on the outside and soft in the inside, the chocolates are not milky sweet - the sweetness is just nice (If you are a dark chocolate lover, like me). With the pairing of the raspberry sherbet, it will just keep you refreshed and will make you indulge furthermore.

Consuming each mouthwatering desserts, I feel so blessed to be eating it!

Eventually, the plan for losing weight will have to wait. ;)

This place is suited for partners, small gatherings... 

If heat is not a problem (really depends on which month you visit), the outside seating would be great for the evening. The interior brings out the coziness of the small yet exclusive chocolate boutique.

The owner of the shop is very hospitable. Making my visit that evening a memorable evening!

I will come by again!

Laurent Bernard Chocolatier 

The Pier at Robertson Quay 80

Mohammad Sultan Road #01-11

Singapore 239013

Tel: +65 6235 9007

Operating Hours :Monday 6pm-11pm

Tuesday to Thursday 1pm-12 midnight

Friday to Saturday 1pm-1am, Sunday 1pm-11pm