Author: Joel Conceicao

When Joel's not partaking in one of his shameless eating sessions, he likes to think of himself as a sponge - absorbing the mysteries and beauty of our world - be it through a good book or a wacky jaunt in a foreign country.
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The Butchers Club Burger: Clarke Quay’s New Burger Joint From Hong Kong

Joining the ranks of awesome burger joints in Singapore, The Butchers Club Burger is currently Clarke Quay's hottest dining destination for revellers to line their stomach with decent chow before partying the night away. Interior of The Butchers Club Burger Widely recognised as one of th…
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Just Opened January 2016: 15 New Restaurants and Bars in Singapore to Check Out

Singapore's obsession with wining and dining continues into 2016; with new establishments popping up at foodie enclaves like Ann Siang, Dempsey, and National Gallery, this month's bumper edition of Just Opened brings you 15 new restaurants and bars in Singapore to check out in the first month of 201…
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Review: Bar Vagabond – An Injection of Class in Little India

With a motley collection of jaded HDB flats, quaint shophouses and humble old-school eateries, Little India is definitely one of the most diverse and colourful neighbourhoods in Singapore. Located on the fringes of this charming district is Hotel Vagabond - a swanky boutique hotel that is luxury pro…
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In the Kitchen with The Black Swan Chef Bryan Chong: Iberico Pork Leg Recipe

Native to the Iberian Peninsula (Spain, Portugal, Andorra, and Gibraltar), the Iberian pig is heralded across the globe for its velvety texture and delicious flavour. After showing us how to whip up a simple but amazing steak tartare, we once again enlisted the help of The Black Swan's Executive Chef Bryan Chong, who taught us how to put togethe…
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Joyden Treasures: Home-Style Chinese Food at Kallang Leisure Park – Review

All too often, family institutions have fallen apart due to a poor transition from one generation to the next. Well, not for the Ong family behind Joyden Concepts. Formerly known as West Coast Seafood, the second generation of this multi-tier organization have successfully re-named, re-branded…
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Four Traditional Yuletide Must-Haves On Your Christmas Dinner Table

From the of roasting reindeers in Iceland to the bizarre Japanese practise of eating KFC on Christmas, people over the world stuff themselves silly with a plethora of "goodies" every 25th December. Since Singapore was a British colony, our favourite festive treats were definitely inspired by the ol'…
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The Weekly Grub: 5 Things to Eat & Drink this Week

From the latest pop up restaurant in Singapore to Kult's new café at Emily Hill, this week's edition of The Weekly Grub gives you the lowdown on the 5 hottest things to eat and drink in Singapore's buzzing food & beverage scene. Lazy Susan Pops Up at House at Dempsey Cynthia Chua, head honcho of the Spa Esprit Group, sure knows how to pic…
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