Upon arrival they serve each guest a shot of refreshing lime and mint welcome shave ice drink.  It is very refreshing.

Another starter that we had was the deep fried crabmeat stuffed in crab shell ($6 each).  Salted egg yolk is added to this dish which gives it the extra flavour.  It comes with several dipping sauces including a plum sauce, chilli dip and soy sauce.  I like to eat this on its own or with the sweet plum sauce.

For our greens, we decided to go for the simple Kaplan fried with salted fish ($18).  Simple and good.  But at $18, this is somewhat pricy.

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While we browsed the menu, we were served with crackers.  There was a combination of fish crackers and brinjal crackers, an Indonesian cracker made with the butter brinjal nuts.

We both decided to have the 2 course Heritage Express lunch which was at SGD31++.  My friend had the salad for her starter, while I went for the traditional local fried carrot cake with prawns.  The local carrot cake is actually a cake made with radish and rice flour.   The carrot cake is then fried with eggs, prawns and sweet dark soy sauce.  It was very nice.

For the main course, my friend had the fish of the day, while I went for the Lobster roll.  The lobster roll required at SGD18 top-up on top of the usual set lunch price.

The lobster roll was generously filled with lobster meat mixed with mayo in a hotdog bun.  It was served with truffle fries and a salad.  The lobster roll was tasty.  The truffle fries were nice and crisp and had a great truffle fragrance and appropriately salted.  Delicious!

One could top up $6 for dessert which was local flavor ice cream.  There was a choice of kopi (Malay for coffee), Teh Tarik (an Indian milk tea) or pandan (a fragrant leave) flavored ice cream.  I went for the Teh Tarik ice cream which was served with honey comb.  My friend gave dessert a miss.  The ice cream was pretty sweet but really tasted like the local Indian milk tea.  It was appropriate fragrant and went well with the honey comb.

Overall a satisfying lunch if you are willing to splurge.  A nice place to bring a foreign friend for some local food flavours, or to conduct a business lunch.

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Venturing into Nana’s Green Tea at Plaza Singapura on a weekday evening, I’m instantly captivated by its minimalist zen décor and display fridge showcasing an eye-catching array of desserts. Uplifting Japanese background music and gentle chatter of dining patrons creates a relaxed vibe. My friend and I easily secure a table near the full length windows looking out to the mall walkways. As we settle into our wooden chairs, the friendly server hands us the menu filled with full-colour images of their Instagram-worthy dessert creations before taking our drink orders.

As we browse the menu, it is clearly divided into quite a few categories based on the main components like matcha, warabimochi, shaved ice and cakes. Drink options range from hot matcha latte to Japanese soda floats. Seeing it all photographed is helpful yet makes deciding much harder! After much deliberation between the two of us self-professed dessert lovers, we finally decide on ordering the matcha mini parfait, warabimochi set and houjicha tiramisu cake to share.

Soon enough, our drinks and dessert parade arrive, almost filling up our table. We start with sipping our hojicha milk tea with its nutty roasted green tea notes and the refreshing lychee ramune soda. But our eyes are drawn instantly to the perfectly crafted treats before us. The matcha mini parfait features smooth layers of matcha pudding, cream, cornflakes and azuki beans crowned with cotton soft ice cream. We dive our spoons in, getting a bit of each layer in one mouthful. It’s a veritable matcha explosion – the intensity balanced out by the sweet cream and pops of texture from the crunch elements.

The warabimochi plate comes with six pieces of jiggly jelly cubes dusted with kinako soybean powder and drizzled with kuromitsu brown sugar syrup. Skewering the cubes and plopping them whole into our mouths release an avalanche of sweet flavours and delightfully bouncy texture. It’s fun and comforting, reminiscent of Japanese street fair treats.

For our last act, we slice up the houjicha tiramisu cake. Smooth and creamy mascarpone cream is layered in between soaked ladyfinger biscuits, infused with distinct roasted houjicha tea fragrance. It is dusted with matcha powder on top adding vibrant green flair. We alternate forkfuls of the cake and parfait, noticing how the bold matcha notes tie together both sweet creations. Before we know it, we’ve polished everything off – clearly reflecting just how much we enjoyed Nana’s Green Tea’s beguiling desserts!

As we indulge in this Japanese dessert feast, I observe groups of students and office workers alike whiling the evening away with their fancy desserts and colorful beverages. Many like us seem to be sharing dessert sets while chatting, pointing out Instagram-worthy shots. Even with steady streams of diners coming in and out, service remains prompt. Our server swiftly clears empty cups and platters while seeing if we need anything else. The chilled out music makes lingering here effortless.

Soon enough I find myself gazing out the window overlooking Orchard Road, the glittering city lights beckoning. But I’m in no rush to leave this minimalist urban oasis yet. Nana’s Green Tea offers respite from the outside world with its zen library-café ambience – encouraging simple pleasures like enjoying desserts and good company.

As someone enamoured by Japanese cuisine and culture, an evening spent enjoying Nana’s Green Tea’s sublime dessert creations and immersive setting checks all the right boxes. It feels like a value-for-money experience steeped in Japanese hospitality from start to finish, without breaking the bank. I leave with a full belly and intentions of bringing other matcha-loving friends back to discover sweet decadence with an Japanese twist. This is one of those versatile dining spots well-suited for me-time moments with a book or to catch up with pals over the city lights. I hope you like reading this Eating in Singapore – Japanese Dessert @ Nana’s Green Tea post.

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The Missing Pan is located along the row of shophouses on Jalan Kuras in Bukit Timah, just a 5-minute walk from Sixth Avenue MRT station. As I make my way there on a sunny Sunday morning, the streets are peaceful and the neighborhood feels almost tranquil compared to the usual hustle and bustle of city life. The white and wood shophouse façade of The Missing Pan stands out brightly, beckoning visitors with its charming patio seating lined with plants.

As I walk through the front door, the first thing that strikes me is the homey décor featuring warm wood accents, brick walls and colourful artwork. Natural light streams in from the full-length windows, made even cosier by Edison bulbs hanging from the high ceiling. My friend and I easily find an unreserved table near the entrance to settle in. The 15-seater space fills up quickly though it retains its relaxed casual ambience throughout brunch service.

We begin by ordering The Missing Pan’s refreshing house lemonade, made tangy with fresh lemon juice, honey and mint leaves for a cooling start. Their menu features classic brunch items like avocado toast, eggs benedict, acai bowls and hearty sandwiches. We decide to order a savoury dish and a sweet one to share between us. After much deliberation, we settle on the truffled mushroom toastie and their signature OG pancakes.

It’s not long before our food arrives, plated beautifully. Hearty slices of toasted sourdough encases sautéed mushrooms dripping with stretchy cheese, truffle cream and spinach – utterly mouthwatering. We eagerly cut into the crispy golden sandwich, releasing even more molten cheese oozing out temptingly. The combination of umami mushrooms, savoury cheese and earthy truffle is to-die-for, perfectly balanced by the fresh spinach and toast crunch.

Our sweet second act is stacks of fluffy American diner-style pancakes doused in maple syrup and topped with fresh berries, bananas, honeycomb and granola crumbs. The alternating layers of fruits and pancakes make for a pretty as a picture dessert. Sweet, pillowy soft and perfectly portioned for sharing. It’s an ode to the classic pancakes and maple syrup combination done right. We polish it off quickly between our oohs and aahs over how yummy it tastes.

To wash it all down, I order a refreshing mint mojito lemonade with fresh mint leaves and lime wedges adding vibrant summery notes. My friend tries their creamy cold brew coffee special, served with thick layers of foam crowning the bittersweet iced coffee. Everything about the food and drinks we ordered showcases The Missing Pan’s knack for putting creative twists on familiar brunch favourites without overcomplicating things.

While enjoying our meal, I soak in the convivial ambience around us. Groups of friends catching up over long brunches, couples enjoying their weekend date and young families with kids in tow fill up the space. The laidback music and relaxed chatter around us make it perfect for conversation without feeling rushed. While cosy, the seating layout allows for personal space even when at maximum capacity.

What’s clear is that the team behind The Missing Pan have thoughtfully curated every aspect to promote wholesome, fuss-free dining. Apart from the vibe, this extends to the friendly service, weekly rotating specials menu and ethos supporting ethical produces and local businesses. Everything comes together seamlessly for an extremely enjoyable Sunday brunch affair.

As I finish up my refreshing drink, I’m filled up with delicious comfort food yet still feeling healthy and energized for the day ahead. The Missing Pan delivers exactly what I crave for lazy weekend brunches – the atmosphere of eating homecooked meals amongst good company without having to lift a finger. With sunlight streaming in through the windows as relaxing music plays, this little Aussie-style nook makes me forget I’m dining in the middle of a bustling city. It almost feels like I’m having a long brunch in a friend’s home.

I leave The Missing Pan feeling right as rain, convinced I’ll be back again soon. It embodies the best of casual weekend dining – scrumptious fresh fare, cozy welcoming vibes and brilliant service. For brunch lovers who appreciate laidback quality food with personality, this is a must-try. Sundays are now reserved for returning to The Missing Pan and letting their crew handle the cooking so I can truly relax and unwind. I hope you like reading Eating in Singapore – Sunday Brunch @ The Missing Pan post.

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Set lunch here cost SGD35++ for an app, main, dessert and coffee or tea. Some choices require a top up. eg, $6 for duck liver app or Hokkaido scallop app, and $10 for steak main.

Among the 4 of us, we had the onion soup, duck liver and Hokkaido scallop for app. Everyone loved what they had. For main, DS1 and DD had the steak, DH had the lamb shank, and I had the roast kurobuta pork rack. All of us agreed that the kurobuta pork rack was the best. Pork is generally dry but they have done this beautifully. They have used a very fatty meat for this pork rack, so it is not for those who only take lean meat.

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Dessert was very simple. We had sorbet and ice cream and chocolate cake among us. They don’t just serve coffee from a pot which most restaurants serving set lunch do. We could choose a speciality coffee like latte or cappacino.

Overall, we felt it was a good quality set lunch. Service was good too. We had an enjoyable meal.  If you want to have a good set lunch, this is a good choice.

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