June 2019 – kəˈlaɪdə

A foodie review for Hvala, Chijmes Singapore.

A chill out session this end June with one of my favourite person! So glad to have found this cosy little corner with great matcha options from latte, ice blend to even waffles. Hvala was filled with Japanese furniture such as bamboo benches, low tables, and cushions seats, giving a great boost to the overall experience.

Hojicha and Matcha Hojicha latte ice blend (SGD5.50/6)

I must say this is really by far one of the bestttt matcha I have ever had! There are probably good ones in Japan (which I hope to have a chance to try) but this is close enough back home!

For those who have not been to Hvala, both of the drinks are worth the try! You may even opt for no milk in your drinks.

matcha ice cream with mini waffles (SGD8.90)

On top of the drinks, we also ordered a set of their mini waffles (I think this is pretty new) which was served with a big scope of matcha ice cream. Waffle pieces were really crispy and the ice cream was creamy and rich! We wanted to get their popular black sesame cake but sadly it was out of stock for the day. Shall visit them again soon!

Visit them

link | https://www.hvala.com.sg/

Chijmes Singapore, #01-04/05

Mon – Sun: 0930 to 2130

A foodie review for ROUTINE by Soon Cafe, Johor Bahru.

SUMMERTIME

Began my long break with one of my favourite hobbies – cafe hopping! Different from their previous cafe (People & Places Cafe), RBS was designed with a casual concept where there are order and pick-up queues in the shop and mostly self-service. Dine in or Take outs are both readily available! Guess this concept suits the younger generation better since we are more about fresh experiences!

The RBS shop is spacious, with large sharing tables and a place that is friendly for group gatherings. Walls are decorated with pastel shades and each seating also has a name behind it. If you have the time or there is not much crowd around, you may look around carefully and even find your name!

Even the packaging is so aesthetic! Love the minimalistic look with bold fonts around.

As for the food, we ordered two different sets. Each set came with the main dish, a choice of drink (soft drink or mineral water) and a choice of dessert (homemade lemon cake or baked cheesecake*) for less than RM25! So super worth it.

As shown in pic is their signature quesadillas! It is just as good as the ones they served at People & Places cafe. We also tried out one of their new recipes for RBS – the beef burrito. The pulled beef inside was nicely cooked with a rich flavour. What was slightly disappointing is that the burrito itself is quite dry, probably because there is not much sauce and vegetables in it. Just a note, the portions might also be a little small for guys!

*fyi, their cheesecake is really the bomb! It’s a must try even if you don’t want to get a set.

RBS5

Overall, RBS is really worth the visit! They are also serving new menus now and then such as the rice bowls (which I have yet to try). Can’t wait to munch on them soon.

Do add them to your next JB cafe hop destination too!

Visit them

link| https://www.facebook.com/routinebysoon/

R&F Mall, Lot G-025, G-026, Mercu 1, Jalan Tanjung Puteri 1,

R & F Tanjung Puteri

Johor Bahru

Mon – Sun: 1000 to 2200