Whereas Thomson could also be perceived as a comparatively quiet neighbourhood compared to busier elements of the nation, this space undoubtedly homes a number of the finest eateries in Singapore. When you’re ever craving some lu rou fan or mee sua whereas in Thomson, remember to drop by 饗好吃 Xiang Taiwanese Desserts and Meals.

饗好吃 Xiang Taiwanese Desserts and Meals is situated alongside Higher Thomson Highway. The Taiwanese eatery contains a statue of its lovely penguin mascot by its entrance, guaranteeing that you just’ll discover it simply.

The restaurant is owned by a Taiwanese boss, and imports its elements and rice from Taiwan— therefore, you’ll be able to relaxation assured that your meal might be of the utmost authenticity. Moreover, MSG and synthetic flavourings will not be used of their dishes.

Entering into the area reveals cute murals of well-known work throughout its partitions. Along with serving widespread Taiwanese predominant dishes and sides, their menu additionally boasts a big selection of desserts and drinks.

What I attempted at 饗好吃 Xiang Taiwanese Desserts and Meals

When you love lu rou fan, 饗好吃 Xiang Taiwanese Desserts and Meals’s Taiwanese Braised Pork Rice (S$9.80) is a must-try. This unimaginable dish accommodates not simply chopped bits of braised pork, it additionally has giant, complete slices of pork stomach, plus a stunning jammy egg to prime all of it off.

The pork stomach slices are large, with quantity of fats and meat. The tender pork is well-marinated too, guaranteeing that every chew is full of a pleasant braised flavour.

Dig your spoon deeper into the bowl to uncover the nice and cozy, fluffy rice and bits of braised pork beneath. This dish is tremendous comforting, by way of and thru, with a nostalgic homely flavour that jogs my memory of home-cooked dishes.

The jammy egg is the proper addition to the Taiwanese Braised Pork Rice as its jamminess makes the dish slightly creamier and extra advanced. General, this dish is solely good as a scrumptious and satisfying meal to curb your Taiwanese meals cravings.

For one thing slightly extra soupy, 饗好吃 Xiang Taiwanese Desserts and Meals’s Braised Gut Mee Sua (S$7.90) is a unbelievable different. This bowl of mee sua is topped with slices of braised intestines, plus a small dollop of chilli to spruce up the dish.

I am keen on how the mee sua is easy and silky whereas the gravy isn’t too thick or starchy— it’s on the good degree of viscosity whereas sustaining a slight stickiness, making it satisfying to slurp up. The nice and cozy mee sua is equally comforting just like the earlier Taiwanese Braised Pork Rice, and isn’t too salty both.

The braised intestines are gelatinous and tender, virtually melting in my mouth. Those that fancy intestines gained’t wish to miss out!

Wen Li Taiwanese Meals: Mee Sua with oysters and bonito flakes and $5 for a packed bowl of braised pork rice

The Drunken Hen Roll (S$9.90) is a superb facet to share along with your fellow diners. This rooster dish, served chilled, consists of cute round slices of rooster soaked in rice wine and rooster inventory.

Every slice is tender and flavourful, with the meat being marinated fantastically. Each chew is laced stuffed with briny and umami notes, and the bite-sized cuts of rooster are handy for each sharing and consuming.

Fancy one thing a bit crispier? 饗好吃 Xiang Taiwanese Desserts and Meals’s tackle Taiwanese Popcorn Hen (S$7.50) is a superb alternative for a crunchier expertise.

Every rooster piece is juicy but crispy, and I like the way it isn’t too oily both. In comparison with different popcorn rooster, their model has a wealthy umami-ness that resembles wine— just like the Drunken Hen Roll, the rooster is marinated so effectively that the flavours seep all the way in which all through the meat.

Anticipate an expertise that far surpasses any peculiar, boring providing while you order the Taiwan Sausage (S$4.20) — the model right here is succulent, with steadiness of candy and savoury flavours.

The sausage isn’t too overwhelming in style, and the pickled cucumbers are candy and piquant with a slight crunchiness, complementing the comfortable texture of the sausages.

Xiangs Signature Dessert (S$5.50) combines an enormous number of elements to create a concoction that’s thrilling in each style and texture— the dessert bowl contains a base of grass jelly and beancurd, and is topped with yam, candy potato, kidney beans, inexperienced beans, pink beans, peanuts, tapioca pearls, jelly and chewy candy potato balls.

That is the proper dessert for anybody who enjoys conventional Taiwanese dessert bowls. All components aren’t too candy, and the varied textures from the completely different elements make Xiangs Signature Dessert so attractive to eat.

饗好吃 Xiang Taiwanese Desserts and Meals’s Sesame Almond Paste (S$3.50) is a less complicated dessert, the place half the bowl is stuffed with sesame paste whereas the opposite half accommodates almond paste.

You will have the selection to mix the sesame and almond pastes for a harmonious flavour, or savour them individually to expertise the very best of each worlds. As this dessert is served scorching, it tastes much more comforting and satisfying, warming your stomach up with its nutty flavours.

Lastly, the Xiang Signature Fruit Tea (S$4.80) is the very best pairing to any of your dishes. This scrumptious beverage is stuffed with varied fruits, making it tremendous refreshing to slurp down. I can’t get sufficient of the beneficiant chunks of fruit throughout the tea! 

Last ideas

饗好吃 Xiang Taiwanese Desserts and Meals actually embodies the homely nature of excellent Taiwanese meals, with scrumptious and inexpensive dishes and desserts to tuck into. I particularly like how the restaurant combines Taiwanese mains, sides and desserts all below one roof, making it further handy to fulfill your cravings for mee sua, fried rooster, dou hua and bubble tea.

The subsequent time you’re in Thomson, why not drop by for an incredible Taiwanese meal?

Anticipated injury: S$7.90 – S$20 per pax

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