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2013 Japan National Bread Festival 第四回日本全国ご当地パン祭り
An annual event where award winning bakeries from various prefectures gather to compete for the the Japan No.1 Bread Title. Free admission at Tokyo International Forum. Visitors get a voting slip for...
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Camprini Sweet Fair 2013 by M.O.F. Chocolatier Christian Camprini
Tokyo is one of the few places in Asia that is blessed with many internationally acclaimed chocolatiers. From chocolate truffles, cakes, macarons to chocolate buffets that soak in a world of chocolate,...
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Overdoughs: Calories Overboard
I have not forgotten the last time I went to Artichoke 2 years ago. The food was great and I've finally paid a dessert pilgrimage to its sister cafe at Overdoughs selling very sinfully good (x5)...
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Chaya Macrobiotics チャヤのマクロビオティック
Macrobiotics? What's that?It was a peculiar term that etched in my head since it sparked a wave of new, healthy eating in Tokyo several years ago. Not vegan, not vegetarian, macrobiotic diet emphasises...
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Avril De Bergue ベルグの4月: Yokohama's Baukuchem Specialist
Since Halloween is coming in a few days, the patisserie feature of the week isベルグの4月 Avril de Bergue (not the singer Avril Lavigne) The shop specialises in Baumkuchen, a type of German Pound Cake made...
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Charly T's: Waffles Beat the Chicken
After hearing not too positive reviews of the original roast chicken at Charly T's, I decided to play safe by going for the Kansas BBQ Pork Ribs ($22). Smeared with their pleasantly sticky sweet BBQ...
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Beard Papa Japan: My Power Puffs
Never judge a book by its cover. Same thing goes for cream puff. Most cream puffs look flat and taste flat while some look potentially crusty on the surface but still taste disappointing. Beard Papa's...
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The French Kitchen: Michelin-Starred Chef Federic Vardon's Autumn Special
Grand Hyatt Tokyo celebrates its Tenth Anniversary on 25 April, 2013, since opening its doors in the vibrant Roppongi Hills as an innovative hotel unparalleled service. During this milestone year,...
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Peramakan Deli: Peranakan Bakes On the Go!
I always think that people who live in the East is very lucky because Joo Chiat/Tanjong Katong area is an enclave of good food, wanton mee, nasi padang, prawn noodle….etc. And now, this Peranakan deli...
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Snoopy Ever And Never: The Art of Peanuts 六本木ヒルズ×スヌーピー展 期間限定コラボメニュー
I am driven crazy by a dog and his name is SNOOPY.Snoopy, one of my favorite character is currently being exhibited at Roppongi Hills. At this Snoopy exhibition which showcases 100 original drawings...
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Chin Mee Chin Confectionery 真美珍茶室
Stepping into the historic kopi tiam, you see people from all ages and all sorts of attire, drinking kopi, playing iPhone while waiting for the kaya toast to be served.This place needs no further...
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The Peninsula Tokyo: Classic Afternoon Tea
Speaking of afternoon tea, a place that is famous for their iconic afternoon tea is none other than The Peninsula. A beautiful ritual steeped in tradition, afternoon tea is a signature feature at each...
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Ming Kee Chicken Rice & Porridge 明记鸡饭粥
After Tian Tian Chicken Rice, I think this must be the stall which will actually require people to queue for more than 30min. We queued for exactly 40min slightly before 5pm on a Sunday afternoon. Why...
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Echire Tokyo エシレ・メゾン デュ ブール: Artisan Butter from France
If you baked frequently or read about croissants in Japan, you may be familiar with the Echire Butter. The status of Echire as of the internationally renowned butter brand is equivalent to Godiva in...
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Yasai Kaseki Nagamine 八彩懐石 長峰: Tokyo's First Vegetable Kaiseki Restaurant
This Tokyo's first Vegetable Kaiseki restaurant is not to be mistaken as a vegetarian restaurant. It has a reputable credential because its parent company has been a produce wholesaler based in...
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Wimbly Lu
Until now, I still do not know why this place is so popular. Ironically, the desserts did not impress even though Wimbly Lu is famous for them. The Hazelnut Butterscotch Blondie ($4.50) was too dry...
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Rokurinsha Tokyo 六厘舎: My First Tsukemen
I like dry noodles and so Tsukemen is always a preferred option to normal ramen if I have the choice. After reading danielfooddiary's recommendation about Rokurinsha, I realised it was coincidentally...
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Awfully Chocolate
Since 1998, Awfully Chocolate has brought all things chocolate to Singaporeans and so I think it needs no further introduction. From selling only three types of dark chocolate cake, it has expanded its...
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Elle Café : Fashionable Macarons エル カフェ六本木ヒルズ
The wind that blew so strongly urged me to find a shelter to hide. And I found Elle Cafe, a pretty non-hipsterish cafe in Roppongi Hills to my delight. It is barely a few months old, having opened...
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Nam Seng Wanton Mee 南生云吞面
Madam Leong has been making Wanton Mee since 1958. Her first shop was next to the old National Library and I have read how her Cantonese food has been part of the growing years of many people. Ah Ma...
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