Saturday 17 May 2014

Wonderous Hand-Crafted Ice-cream & Coffee @Creamier

We always hear people say "hidden gem" here & there etc.  This time round, the ice-cream cafe that I want recommend to you is indeed a hidden gem in an established residential estate, Toa Payoh (my old "hometown" where I first resided).
Creamier
Blk 128 Toa Payoh Lor 1
#01-835 Singapore 310128
Tel: 6250 1476
Email: info@creamier.com.sg
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/creamier.singapore

Do take note of their operating hours.  Mondays off!


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Their menu is displayed clearly on top of the ice-cream counter wall.


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The shopfront is actually pretty small and neat.  Seating are very limited.  Thus you can either takeaway or wait around until you find a seat (before ordering).  Otherwise, last resort you can takeaway and eat at the open playground opposite the shop.
 
Wide selection of ice-cream that can make your eyes all dancing and confused.  The flavours will be frequently changed as and when.


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Green Tea Latte (*paid $2.50 together with pie) - Milky and smooth like matcha.  Yet reveal a tint of latte at the same time.  A balanced drink.

Creamier also carry Windowsill's pie, but limited selection (only 1 or 2 types).
Lemon Tart ($7.50 per slice; or $10 with any hot beverage) - This was alright.  Not too sour, nor too sweet.  Instead of in the form of a tart, it is more like a slice from a cake.  The bottom biscuit crust was substantial to keep the balance and tone down any sourness.

2 scoops of ice-cream in cup ($5 / $3 for single scoop *Add $0.80 for each scoop of premium flavours) - Summer Strawberries and Earl Grey Lavender
Summer Strawberries flavour - It was creamy yet fruity. The sun-ripe strawberries used bring out the sweetness, not so much of sourness present in it.  Makes you just want to dig your spoon more.  *yum yum*
Earl Grey Lavender flavour - An interesting blend.  I always like floral tea, hence this flavour gives me a fragrance in the mouth.  Very nice. 

Waffle topped with 2 scoops of ice-cream ($10.80) - Orange Cranberry Vodka and Rum & Raisin.
By far, the best waffle I have eaten!  Its crisp to the right extent, easy to cut thru' with the fork and comfortable texture when into the mouth. 
Orange Cranberry Vodka flavour - Quite a refreshing combi.  Vodka is lightly added into the mix, not too bitter nor strong.  Though vodka is not my favourite, it somehow turns out to be quite nice.
Rum & Raisin flavour - Yes, at last someone puts more rum into the ice-cream!  You can definitely taste the both the rum and the raisin present, for the dried raisins are drenched in rum liqueur.  Cheers!

It is always very interesting to make my friends guess what flavour or ingredients it contain (as I was the one placing the order).  I especially like their concoction of fruit with liqueur, everything are mixed in proportion without overpowering either ingredients. The endless possible combination make your imagination run wild, beyond border and region.  They also have localised flavours as well e.g. Mochaholic, Richest Dark Chocolate FerreroSea Salt Gula Melaka and Horlicks Chocolate Chip.

I will give my 2-thumbs up for this cafe's ice-cream!  Each new flavour they invent, just makes me want to come back again.

Wednesday 14 May 2014

Friday Chill-Out @Tiramisu Hero

Having renovation done and all settled down to our new homes (my sister's and mine), I can finally cease my dormancy on this blog.
 
That Friday night, we came to Jalan Besar to try out the different flavours of tiramisu at The Tiramisu Hero.  First kind in Singapore!  I also heard that they have been franchised to Japan!  Proud of Singapore brand!

The Tiramisu Hero
121 Tyrwhitt Road
Singapore 207548
Tel: 6292 5271
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TheTiramisuHero

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As the name implies, the cafe's signature will be their tiramisu!  Their tiramisu come in different sizes and packaging, so you better find out from the store assistant before ordering.
 
Here are the flavours available :-
1. Original
2. Oreo
3. Strawberry
4. Horlicks
5. Lemon Lavender
6. Milo
7. Cinnamon
8. Chocolate
9. Ovaltine
10. Lemon


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I must say that their concept is more appealing and interesting than their dessert.  "Sir Antonio", a cat in Zorro mask and cape is created. Read on more for the heroic story behind this cat (http://thetiramisuhero.com/about-2/). *Lol*

Cosy outdoor sitting just outside the front door (but may get too hot depending on the weather).

A rather substantial area for display of.. knick knacks?

This little corner offers a few table-top seating and merchandise selling.

Main counter (on the left) where you make your orders.

Peek into the seating area.

Not too big for the shop space, but just enough for proper sitting arrangement.


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Sir Antonio's Brew ($7.50 iced / $6.50) - Was just nice.  The taste was thick enough to resist the melting ice.  You can see the considerable layer of espresso before stirring it up.

Here come the main characters!  Original Tiramisu (left) and Lemon Lavender Tiramisu (right) at size of MommaHero ($7.50) that serves in a jar for 1 pax.

Original flavour was not bad, slightly more taste of the Kahlua (coffee-flavoured liqueur) than rum.  While the Lemon Lavender flavour may seem to be refreshing, but sad to say, its taste is kind of bland.  The lemon and lavender did not blend together at all.  There wasn't any sort of layering that you will find in basic tiramisu, so I'm a little disappointed.
  
Their washroom is like a wonderland.  Filled with colourful furry balls that cheer up the small room.

Last but not least, a "must" to pose with Sir Antonio's gigantic head!

The next stop @Jalan Besar will be Willowsill.  Pie, pie, pies!