what's for lunch?

On a cold and rainy day,

there was nothing we wanted more than bak kut teh.

But alas,

lunch at Founder was not to be.

For they were closed. :(

Whampoa Market then.

Still gotta queue even at 3pm in the afternoon.

For a delicious mess.

The sauce was more than ample.

And I loved my healthy mix of vegetables.

And of course we needed some comfort food.

These oysters were bigger than I expected.

Crispy egg and just enough gluten.

Pick a main.

Duck rice.

No question.

Their orh peng (Black Rice)

was savoury.

Duck meat was firm and braising liquids were clearly infused.

For the first time,

I didn't actually mind the gravy.

It was a good compliment.

And their chilli?

Mmmm.

And a mandatory stop at my favourite tau sar piah shop. It's an iconic neon lit signage, first shop at the start of the row of TSPs.

Flaky.

That pastry is to die for.

And I always only ever like the salty ones.

You just can't stop at one.

*Gobbles.

through the years

Starting out with the pretty daybreak that greeted me while walking out to take my bus this morning. :)

It's Day 2 of marking and I decided that today shall be the day I buy home some...

Loong Fatt Eating House & Confectionery
No. 639 Balestier Road
S(329922)
Tel: 62534584

 I'm just right next to this place so how could I go home without any? Technically I did as was the case on Day 1 since I was going off to zumba classes. My love affair with this was way back in secondary school days. Not so long ago of course. Double digit long.

Hmm. We used to take a cab rushing down from school at Upper Bukit Timah Road just to get here in time for tea and takeaways. How's that for love?

 



The shop front and it's baking premises have remained unchanged over the years but their packaging has seen an innovative update. But all that's just about the looks. What about the taste? That's the most important part of any food item isn't it?

So what do you think? :)

When they say a picture speaks a thousand words, I think I've achieved that and more with this photo right there!

**Just one thing I'd add: Ladies especially, I've heard that they do not use lard in their pastries so eat up and enjoy!

Note: As with all things, in -moderation- of course.

Nothing better than a flaky crisp salty TSP on an indecisively rainy day.