“SUNRISE” Caribbean and Mango Mousse with Almond Sponge

“SUNRISE” Caribbean and Mango Mousse with Almond Sponge

Unlike the conventional chocolate log available in most bakeries and patisseries, hotel chefs tend to present their log cakes in unique flavours with the focus of using mousse.

The log cakes available at Ritz Carlton for this year were
- “C²” Vanilla Cheesecake with Gingerbread Sable topped with Berries ($58+)
- “MD 139” Chestnut Mousse with Brandy Pear ($58+)
- “SUNRISE” Caribbean and Mango Mousse with Almond Sponge ($58+)
- “SUNSET” Pistachio and Raspberry Mousse with Pistachio Pain de Gene ($78+)
- “Chocolate3” Chocolate Fudge Sponge layered with Chocolate Ganache ($88+)

Decided to stick to Ritz Carlton's Sunrise since the hotel's mango mousse cake has impressed the last time round.


With an outer ring of mango génoise cake, a layer of passionfruit-taste alike mousse, a mango "pudding" in its core, sitting on a layer of almond sponge, this cake provides a very contrasting texture when eaten all together. Unlike Gourmet Carousel's 2009 log cakes, this isn't that cloying and easily finished.

The only complain, since this cake has reached its minimum sugar content to produce a successful logcake, the hotel pastry chef was unable to further reduce the sugar content. To some, it is alittle tad sweet while others felt that it is alittle sour to their liking (FYI, a sample size of 12).

To sum up all the log cakes we had in 2009, the most memorable one would be the Durian Profiteroles X'mas Tree from Goodwood Park but among all the cakes I had within this week, I have to give it to The Patissier's Strawberry Cognac.

To all our readers, this is our last entry of the year. We take this opportunity to wish everybody a Happy New Year. We will be back next year for more desserts.

The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore
7 Raffles Avenue
Singapore 039799
Tel: 6434 5288

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Hazelnut Log Cake

Hazelnut Log Cake

Bengawan Solo have two versions of log cake for this year, namely Chocolate log cake or Hazelnut log cake [$30.80 (850gm), $37.00 (1.2kg)].

Have to admit this log cake is good. While Fairmont's chocolate crispy classic is on the sweet side, Pat's Chocolate Truffle log alittle powdery and Bakerzin's Love Unlimited (i.e. Traditional chocolate sponge with chocolate cream studded with dark sweet cherries) being both sweet and powdery, the chocolate sponge of Bengawan Solo outshines among the 4 for its soft, springy and not-so-sweet chocolate sponge.

The only setback? Its buttercream, while the above mentioned uses chocolate mousse, Bengawan Solo falls short on its heavy and cloying buttercream.

Bengawan Solo
With so many branches island-wide, it is better to click here

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Christmas Eve Buffet Lunch @ Greenhouse

Christmas Eve Buffet Lunch @ Greenhouse

Well illuminated by its high ceiling, Greenhouse at Ritz Carlton is one of the more mentioned buffet in Singapore. Note that this is a festive menu for Christmas Eve buffet lunch, featuring the hotel's Traditional Honey Glazed Gammon Ham, Roasted Turkey and 2 of the hotel's log cakes .


Overall, the buffet offers a decent treat of International, Asian and Japanese cuisines. Local delights such as Mee Siam and Mee Rebus can be found at the noodle live section while the Japanese section focus on an array of sushi; salmon, tuna and swordfish sashimi; edamame and hiyayakko cold tofu.


Since this is a lunch buffet, there isn't oysters in this section but the regulars namely Chilled Tiger Prawns, Mussels and Scallop are available.


The star of the buffet is the Roasted Turkey that is so tender that it is easily mistaken as chicken. There is an option to enjoy this festive dish with apple or mushroom sauce. The Traditional Honey Glazed Gammon Ham is on the salty side and has a thick layer of fats that melt in your mouth.




On the other live carving section, there is tempura, roasted beef and salmon wrapped in filo. There is nothing to shout about for the tempura but the roasted beef is well-sheared on its exterior with a medium raw core. If you prefer your beef to be served well done, this maybe too raw to your liking.


Salmon in filo, served with a generous slab of salmon, wrapped in light flaky filo pastry, is a must-try in our opinion. However, live section changes and may not be available everyday. Do check with the hotel if this dish catches your attention.


Having ordered 2 cakes from Ritz Carlton and that they have not disappoint, I hold a high expectation of the dessert bar. Selection is limited when compared to Oscars, The Line and Cafe Biz.

Apart from Nonya Kueh and Thai Sweet, the desserts bar has an ice-cream bar, whole cakes, dessert shooters and Chinese desserts. Chocolate and Hazelnut Royal Feuillatine Mousse Cake outshines the Tiramisu and New York Cheesecake for its extremely high chocolate content.


Shooter desserts didn't strike the right chord as the raspberry sauce topped on the panna cotta was very sour while the lemon curd of the meringue tart was very sharp in taste. Though the orange chocolate cake and chocolate mousse is bitterish due to its high chocolate content, our preference is inclined towards the hotel's Chocolate and Hazelnut Royal Feuillatine Mousse Cake.

Special mention to the hotel's Almond Frangipane Tart with Mixed Red Berries for the nice tart base and almond filling. As for the “SUNSET” Pistachio and Raspberry Mousse with Pistachio Pain de Gene, the only impression gotten was it being very sour.


Overall, the dining experience was very pleasant. Service was prompt and attentive with our plates cleared and water re-filled at a regular basis. Greenhouse seems to focus more on the quality of food so will be alittle disappointing if you are looking for spread.

Greenhouse
The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore
7 Raffles Avenue
Singapore 039799
Tel: 6434 5288

Operating hours:
6:30am to 10:30pm (All-day á la carte)
6:30am to 10:30pm (Buffet Breakfast)
Noon to 2:30pm (Buffet lunch)
6:30pm to 10:30pm (Buffet dinner)
11:30am to 3pm (Sunday brunch)

As there are many pricing for their buffets, please call to re-confirm the pricing.

Buffet lunch (26 Dec 2009 to 31 Dec 2009)
$48++ (A), $24++ (C)

Buffet dinner (26 Dec 2009 to 30 Dec 2009)
$59++ (A), $29.50++ (C) [Sunday to Thursday]
$76++ (A), $38++ (C) [Friday and Saturday]

Oyster Night Buffet Dinner [29 Dec 2009]
$68++ (buffet dinner only)
$97++ (inclusive of free flowing vintage sparkling wine, house pour red or white wines, beer, juices and soft drinks)
$34++ (C)

Vintage Champagne Brunch [27 Dec 2009]
$148++ (A), $74++ (C, 6 to 12 years), $37++ (C, 3 to 5 years)

New Year Eve International Buffet Dinner [31st Dec 2009]
$128++ (A, inclusive of a glass of cocktail)
$64++ (C)

New Year Champagne Brunch
$148++ (A), $74++ (C, 6 to 12 years) $37++ (C, 3 to 5 years)

New Year Buffet Dinner
$79++ (inclusive of a glass of festive mocktail)
$39.50++ (C, 6 to 12 years), $19.75++ (C, 3 to 5 years)

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Strawberry Cognac

Strawberry Cognac

"Mascarpone mousse sandwiched between layers of sponge doused in strawberry puree and cognac"


My pre-birthday cake bought by Yuan. I was hinting him to avoid chocolate cakes and The Patissier is a good choice for unique non-chocolate cakes.

I was hoping for Affection, a combination of rose jelly, vanilla sponge and lychee chiboust but according to Yuan, The Patissier has downsized their cake menu due to the Christmas season so some of the flavours were not available for ordering.

In terms of design, I have to admit that The Patissier adopts unique shapes and are brightly coloured (for non-chocolate flavours) and this is no exception.

Taste-wise, this is an alternative to tiramisu given its use of cognac and mascarpone cheese. The overall combination is tangy, refreshing and light. No doubt, recommended in our opinion if you don't mind it being pricey ($40+ for 500gm, $76+ for 1kg).

The Patissier
18 Ann Siang Road
#01-01
Singapore 069698
Tel: 62205565

Operating hours:
10:30am to 7pm (Mon to Fri)
Closed on Saturday and Sunday
Website

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Chocolate Truffle Log

Chocolate Truffle Log

Apart from Fairmont Singapore having their log cakes sold in 2 sizes, Pat's Pastry also have theirs in 2 sizes too (i.e. $13.90 for 350gm and $28.90 for 1kg).

In terms of design, this doesn't look as complicated as Fairmont's Chocolate Crispy Classic but its combination is pretty similar to the former. Made of chocolate sponge and chocolate buttercream, encased in dark chocolate shell. This fares better as it is not sweet but the texture of the chocolate sponge is slightly coarse than the former.


Would have to say that its niche lies in its pricing and it being not too sweet. Not a bad choice since it is well-received among my 5 friends.

Pat's Pastry
412 Telok Blangah Road
Singapore 098843
Tel: 62748285

Operating hours:
9am to 6pm (Mon to Sat)
9am to 1pm (Sun & Eve of Public Holidays)
Closed on public holidays
http://www.pnfpastry.com/

P.S. I just realized Pat's Pastry has stopped accepting orders up to 24th Dec 09, please give them a call to check if they can still cater to Christmas Day. Sorry for the late post as I only had this cake on 20th Dec 09.

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Chocolate Crispy Classic

Chocolate Crispy Classic

Log cakes are often sold at a size of 1kg and when the clique is small, most will be pondering what to do with the excess, particularly when we want to save some room for turkey and other Christmas goodies.

We selected Fairmont's Chocolate Crispy Classic for our Xmas gathering due to its price and size. At $19.69 (20% early bird for UOB card holders) for a 500g logcake, this is indeed reasonable. In fact, this is enough to feed 10 people though a 1kg log cake is recommended for 8-10 people.

Taste-wise, one can expect the regular chocolate log cake, a combination of chocolate buttercream and chocolate sponge cake. Fairmont does it pretty well as it does not have the powdery texture which we dread, but instead, a soft and springy sponge. Moreover, the additional chocolate crunch makes this different from the conventonal chocolate logcake. The only setback is it being alittle sweet to my liking, so for those who are particular with sweetness, one might want to check with the hotel to reduce its sugar content.


Apart from Chocolate Crispy Classic, Fairmont Singapore also has the following options,

Re-invented Pear Helene ($25+ / 500gm; $48+ / 1 kg)
Grand Cru Chocolate Mousse with Pear Creme Brulee, Caramelised Hazelnut & Sacher Sponge


Raspberry Napoleon Yule ($25+ / 500gm; $48+ / 1 kg)
Champagne Raspberry & Lychee Supreme with Golden Rose Jelly, Pistachio Biscuit & Marshmallow



Fruity Hazelnut Crunch ($23+ / 500gm; $46+ / 1 kg)


The above pictures are obtained from Fairmont's festive order form 2009.

Cafe Noel Booth
Fairmont Singapore
80 Bras Basah Road
Level 2
Singapore 189560

Available from 23 Nov - 25 Dec 09
Operating hours: 10am - 9pm (Daily)
Tel: 6338 8785

For more information on the festive orders available at Fairmont, click here.
For information to celebrate Christmas at Fairmont Singapore, click here.
Website for Fairmont Singapore

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Litchi de Sampaguita

Litchi de Sampaguita

Apart from the lychee ivory chocolate mousse, the core of this cake deserve some attention. A combination of real lychee chunks, jasmine cremeaux and vanilla dacquoise makes this different from a regular log cake. The overall taste was refreshing but too much of it can be cloying.

Apart from Caprice de Banana featured in our previous post and Litchi de Sampaguita, Apple Riveira is the third alternative available at Gourmet Carousel (which we did not try). The latter consists of Granny Smith’s apple mousse with milk chocolate cremeaux and apple compote on chocolate Victoria’s sponge.

Each slice of log cake costs $7+ while a 750gm log cake will cost $48+.

Gourmet Carousel
Royal Plaza on Scotts, Singapore
25 Scotts Road
Singapore 228220
Tel: 6589 7799
http://dining.royalplaza.com.sg/

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Caprice de Banana

Caprice de Banana

After the mooncake spree, I presume our fellow readers will be curious about our choice of log cakes. Frankly speaking, we are reluctant to blog about them as hotel changes their selection every year and so far we have not come across a good log cake (Note: specifically log-shaped) to rave about.

The problem with log cakes lies in their texture which are often sandy and coarse so as to be able to support the weight of the decorations. Moreover, samplers won't be accurate as eating a small bit is so much different from having an entire slice. Hence, we shall have a disclaimer indicating that the log cakes' entries for this year are our random guesses and are uploaded to tell you what are available for this year.

Gourmet Carousel do have their log cakes served in slices. Caprice de Banana is generally a banana chocolate mousse layered with salted caramel, chocolate feuilletine and chocolate roulade.

Unlike most log cakes that uses cake sponge for support, the bulk of Gourmet Carousel's log cakes uses mousse. Chocolate banana mousse was fragrant, apart from it being too creamy but the disappointment comes with the centre block of bitterish mousse which we can't make out what it is. Chocolate feuilletine and chocolate roulade was ok but not evenly spread throughout the entire slice. Hence the crunch could not be felt in every bite.

Each slice of log cake costs $7+ while a 750gm log cake will cost $48+.

Gourmet Carousel
Royal Plaza on Scotts, Singapore
25 Scotts Road
Singapore 228220
Tel: 6589 7799
http://dining.royalplaza.com.sg/

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Durian Profiteroles X'mas Tree

Durian Profiteroles X'mas Tree

Apart from the D24 Durian Log Cake, Goodwood Park Hotel has a lovely twist to introducing this local favourite for the Christmas season. A perfect twist to a regular log cake, Goodwood Park Hotel launched the Durian Profiteroles X'mas Tree last year and is back for this year's Christmas by popular demand.

Apart from the layer of pure D24 durian pulp lined on a sponge cake base, fluffy profiteroles containing durian filling and white chocolate balls are used to decorate this delicious showpiece.



This definitely scores in our opinion and resembles greatly to their signature Durian Mouuse Cake. What makes this creation special lies on the profiteroles. Unlike the durian puffs available during the durian fiesta, these puffs have crispy tops with a more fragrant choux pastry.

For durian lovers, Goodwood D24 Durian Christmas Log Cake is available at $55+, Durian puffs at $39.80+ (20 pieces), and the Durian Profiteroles X'mas Tree at $68+ (enough for 6-8 persons).

Also don't miss out Goodwood's signature Grand Cru Chocolate Nougat and Pear Log Cake ($60+ for 1 kg) and the newly released Coffee and Brownie Log Cake ($65+ for 1kg).

Our greatest thank you to Ms Dorothy Lim from Goodwood Park Hotel for the complimentary Durian Profiteroles X'mas Tree.

All Christmas delights are available from 1st Dec 2009 to 1st January 2010 at the Deli. Advance orders of 3 working days are required

For more details, refer the promotion page of Goodwood Park Hotel.

Goodwood Park Hotel
22 Scotts Road
Singapore 228221
Tel: 6730 1867 / 1868

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Tohoku Fair (4 to 13 Dec 09)

Tohoku Fair (4 to 13 Dec 09)

Basement 1 @ Isetan Shaw is buzzling with booths set up for the Christmas season and one can expect sweet treats from Hilton Hotel and the Food Barn. Apart from Christmas goodies, there is a Tohoku Fair going on just outside Sun Moulin and within the supermarket itself.


One of the booths, facing the cashier, sells a variety of cheesecakes with fruity flavours and peach cake in lovely packaging. The cakes are sold frozen and comes with ice packs.

These cheesecakes come as either a whole circular form, dome-shaped or small cup-like forms (as shown in the picture) with 4 flavours, namely original, grape, orange and apple.


For the original cheesecake, the texture is smooth (after thawing) and resembles the molten form of an ice-cream. One can expect a dominating taste of cream cheese and is definitely a light and refreshing treat.

An interesting variant of the Japanese light cheesecake and American cheesecake but these aren't cheap as a box of 4 will cost $19.80.

Oh, Sakaeya is also selling their goodies at this fair and they are located besides this cheesecake booth.

Tohoku Fair
Isetan Scotts Supermarket, Basement 1
4-13 Dec 09

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Senses Patisserie

Senses Patisserie

Located at level 4 of Marina Mandarin, Sense Patisserie is just outside Aquamarine; within the premises of Atrium Lounge where diners can enjoy beverages with a slice of cake or two.


The selection of cakes includes all-time favourite such as Durian Mousse Cake ($7.00+), Cheesecake ($7.00+), Crunchy Hazelnut Chocolate Cake ($7.00+) and Tiramisu ($7.00+); and also unique concoctions such as Raspberry Cream Cheese with Pistachio Financiers ($6.00+) and Lychee Kirsch Mousse ($7.00+).


However, unlike The Line Shop @ Shangri-la and Checkers Deli @ Hilton Hotel, there aren't many whole cakes available off the shelf and discount offer is only available to eat@Meritus Membership Cardholders.


Mango Mud Cake ($6)
Anyway, back to the cake we have purchased. This cake has an unique combination, Mango mousse and chocolate brownie base. However I personally found the mango mousse disappointing, very sour and jelly like rather than smooth. The chocolate brownie on the other hand impressed. Slightly moist and very rich in chocolate.


Goodies for Christmas are also available for ordering and the flavours for Christmas Yule Log Cake available at Marina Mandarin are Durian Log Cake ($55/kg), Traditional Chocolate Log Cake ($50/kg) and Pandan Tiramisu Log Cake ($55/kg).

Senses Patisserie
Marina Mandarin Singapore
6 Raffles Boulevard
Marina Square
Level 4 (Outside Aquamarine)
Singapore 039594

Operating hours - 10.30am to 10.30pm (Daily)
Website for Senses Patisserie

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Triple Chocolate Tart

Triple Chocolate Tart

Combination of Dark chocolate, milk chocolate, white chocolate and chocolate biscuit base. Overall this is quite a good deal for $6 however I am personally a "pure-ist". I think the combined taste of the 3 types of chocolate fail to satisfy my chocolate craving. Further the overall texture of the chocolate was very sticky and the white chocolate kind of tasted like cheese.

Fen felt that dark chocolate should not have been so sweet and hence she found it disappointing.


Senses Patisserie
Marina Mandarin Singapore
6 Raffles Boulevard
Marina Square
Level 4 (Outside Aquamarine)
Singapore 039594

Operating hours - 10.30am to 10.30pm (Daily)
Website for Senses Patisserie

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Lychee Kirsh Mousse

Lychee Kirsh Mousse

The outer layer of the Lychee Krish Mousse is made up by white chocolate, the inner layer contains blueberry jam pudding (very similar to Hi-Chew), Lychee Mousse and sponge cake. Personally, I felt that this was a pretty awkward combination, none of the flavours stood out. Though the lychee mousee in the middle was light and refreshing, it was too weak and mild.


Senses Patisserie
Marina Mandarin Singapore
6 Raffles Boulevard
Marina Square
Level 4 (Outside Aquamarine)
Singapore 039594

Operating hours - 10.30am to 10.30pm (Daily)
Website for Senses Patisserie

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Once Upon A Milkshake

Once Upon A Milkshake

Located in the colonial building along the bustling streets of Tanjong Pagar, this place provides a casual and light-hearted place for the sweet tooths to gather.


The niche of this place, not just lies in the beverages and bites served but also the decor the owner has put up. Using purple and white as the theme, this place does emit a magical and whimsical feel. It is no surprise this place is booked for birthdays and even wedding proposal.



Alright setting aside the ambience, now the highlights. Apparently the formula to OUAM's good shakes lies in them being hand-churned with an optimized composition of in-house ice cream and low-fat milk.

Frankly speaking, all their flavours sound tempting and I am glad that they have it in 2 sizes (mini @ $3.30 and regular @ $5.50). Settling with 3 minis, we have decided with
- Agent Strawberry (100% fresh strawberries)
- Nutty Peanut Butler (Smooth & creamy peanut butter with crunchy peanuts)
- Sir Cookies & cream (Rich vanilla with good old Oreo cookies)

The uniqueness of each flavour is the topping which adds the additional crunch. For Agent Strawberry, fresh strawberries are added giving a sourish yet refreshing taste. Peanut Butler generally tasted like vanilla milk shake with the slight hint of peanut butter taste and of course crunchy peanuts. Sir Cookies and Cream on the other hand has a distinctive strong vanilla base with a nice after crunch of Oreo bits.


A mini cup of chocolate chip cookies is available @ $2.50 and what we liked about the cookies is the home-baked taste, not-too-sweet. While Fen felt that it was addictive, Yuan felt that it crumbles easily and the chips were not generous enough.


Anyway, if you are wondering where is Maxwell Chambers, this former goods and customs building is located between Tanjong Pagar MRT station and Red Dot Design Museum. The distinct colonial building is not easily missed if one comes out from the right exit.


P.S. We dropped by OUAM yesterday and tried their Chocolate Truffle Castle (Chocolate with truffle bits) and Cerious Maple (Maple syrup with crunchy maple cereals).

Chocolate Truffle Castle initially tasted ordinary but subsequent slurps made us realize its rich chocolate content, giving a slight heaty feeling. Fen did mention about the slight powdery aftertaste, thereby preferring Awfully Chocolate's/Tom's chocolate ice-cream.

As some has pointed out, Cerious Maple is alittle sweet but as one drinks further, the fragrance of maple syrup becomes more prominent and shares the same effect of Movenpick's Maple Walnut.

Also, Agent Strawberry continues to steal the show as I bought some minis home. Did I mention that my sister feels that one mini is not enough for her and that my dad prefers more strawberries in the milkshake but all of them gives its rich texture a thumbs up.

Once upon a milkshake
Maxwell chambers (a.k.a. white house)
32 Maxwell Road
#01-08
Singapore 069115
Tel: 9823 3779

Operating hours: 11am to 11pm (daily)
http://www.onceuponamilkshake.com/

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Strawberry Tart @ The Line Shop

Strawberry Tart @ The Line Shop

The Line Shop situated in Shangri-La Hotel provides a quiet and excellent environment for afternoon tea and its wide array of desserts will leave its customer spoiled for choice.


Apart from sliced cakes, this is one place Fen will recommended for birthday cakes due to its reasonable pricing and reputation.

Most of the 0.5kg cakes are priced at $24+ and one will be amazed by the selection offered. On our visit last Saturday, the entire shelf is filled with whole 0.5kg cakes ranging from The Line Shop's bestseller, the Chocolate Truffle; local favourite, the Durian Cake; fruity selection such as the Fruit Flan and Strawberry Pistachio Shortcake; the classic Blackforest and many more.


For non-cake lovers, the array of muffins, doughnuts and tarts is bound to tempt any walk-in customers.


This tart is a simple combination of a tart pastry base, custard and a generous toppings of berries. The Strawberry Tart pastry is slightly different from the usual tart base due to its ëgg-y taste", similar to eating egg rolls. To some, this taste maybe ordinary for its price tag, $6.75+ but for Fen, she likes it this way that she gobbled the entire tart on her own.

Whole tarts (500gm, Apple Crumble or Strawberry) are also available at $18+. There is no credit card discount but a 30% discount for whole cakes and 50% discount for sliced cakes after 6pm everyday.

The Line Shop
Shangri-la, Singapore
22 Orange Grove Road,
Singapore 258350
Tel: 6213 4377
Website for The Line Shop

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Tiramisu @ The Line Shop

Tiramisu @ The Line Shop

You won't miss this unique pryamid shaped tiramisu at The Line Shop.

On first bite, you may easily mistaken this to be coffee mousse cake however the sticky texture is a giveaway of mascarpone. What I particularly liked about this tiramisu is the kahlua-soaked, espresso-dripped savoiardi in the middle (note that we are refering to the top layer, not the bottom layer of sponge) for its "expresso oozing out" effect.


Something different from a conventional tiramisu since the coffee is also infused in the mascarpone layer and given the densely soaked savoiardi and moist sponge, it is a refreshing treat when served chilled.

Each slice of tiramisu costs $6.75+. There is no credit card discount but a 30% discount for whole cakes and 50% discount for sliced cakes after 6pm everyday.

The Line Shop
Shangri-la, Singapore
22 Orange Grove Road,
Singapore 258350
Tel: 6213 4377
Website for The Line Shop

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Chocolate Truffle @ The Line Shop

Chocolate Truffle @ The Line Shop

The Line Shop's bestseller and also the hotel's recommendation for a chocolate cake. This dark chocolate sponge base with chocolate mousse, coated in smooth dark chocolate and raspberries, will impress most chocoholics for its velvetly smooth dark chocolate mousse. With a layer of chocolate fudge and chocolate sponge, the entire experience was like eating a superior chocolate ice cream cake.

Each slice of chocolate truffle costs $6.75+, a 0.5kg cake $24+ (can serve up to 6 people) and a 1kg cake $48+. Although the 0.5kg cake is available off the shelf, The Line Shop would need 3 days in advance for cake booking.

There is no credit card discount but a 30% discount for whole cakes and 50% discount for sliced cakes after 6pm everyday.


The Line Shop
Shangri-la, Singapore
22 Orange Grove Road,
Singapore 258350
Tel: 6213 4377
Website for The Line Shop

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One Caramel - Bloggers Outing

One Caramel - Bloggers Outing

It was another fantastic gathering. A chance to meet new friends and exchange pointers. Organised by Harris and attended by Kaelyn, Elaine, Angeline, Janelle, Michelle, Fen and myself, Yuan.

Readers would probably noticed that we already have quite a comprehensive list of cakes from 1 Caramel. Nonetheless here are some others which we have yet to try. As with other Bloggers Outing, this was a tasting session, hence I must first give the disclaimer that it may be a different verdict if I were to have an entire slice.


Strawberry Shortcake, $8.90++
"Layers of fresh juicy strawberries, vanilla genoise and strawberry creme coated with puff pastry flakes baked to a golden brown perfection."
This is a very unique variant of the strawberry shortcake. Unlike the regular chiffon and chantilly cream, 1 Caramel adopts the use of strawberry cream and pastry flakes. The choice of pastry flakes adds a slight crunch while the usage of strawberry cream makes it less cloying as compared to fresh cream. The overall feel is closer to eating a strawberry sundae and is definitely a light and refreshing delight. It is no surprise that this cake wins the hearts among the female diners.

The only setback is that some of the puff pastries that are in direct contact with the cream are alittle soggy.


Carrot Walnut Cake, $5.00++
"Moist carrot cake with Californian walnuts, topped with a smooth cream cheese icing"
As the description given the menu, this carrot cake is slightly moist, not sweet and has mild cinnamon taste.


Midori, $7.90++
"Matcha Sponge and azuki bean complete layers in a yuzu infused bavarois"
Green tea is one unique flavour which no two pâtisseries will have the same combination. Apart from the regular azuki, 1 Caramel presents its green tea creation with yuzu.

Since yuzu resembles closely to a grapefruit, with overtones of Mandarin orange, one can expect to feel the contrast between the sweet red bean, slightly sour yuzu and bitterness of matcha. This variant of the Matcha cake definitely scores in my opinion.


Brownies Almond Cake, $4.50++
"A delicious pairing of moist chocolate and almond brownies"
Generous chocolate mousse on the top however in contrast to the description, I thought it was kind of dry. For $4.50 it is nonetheless a good deal.


Hazelnut Pear Torta, $6.90++ (top); Peanut Butter Cheese Tart, $6.90++ (bottom)
"Crunchy hazelnut cake with caramelized pear slices";"Peanut butter cream cheese tart with a hint of lemon and a crunchy layer of hazelnut praline"

As opposed to the last time we tried the pear tart, this time it has a better texture; to be more precise, more moist and softer.

As for the Peanut Butter Cheese tart, it is another unique combination. However I would have liked it better if the peanut butter was strong, the mixture with cheese gave the peanut butter a rather different smell which the peanut butter lovers may not like.

Apart from the mentioned cakes, we had the Red Miso Souffle ($12.90++), Lychee Rose ($7.90++) and Chocolate Praline ($7.90++). Red Miso Souffle continues to steal the limelight for being the "titantic" during the photoshoot, sinking every minute while the camera clicked; and once the phototaking affair is over, you can see everybody nodding their heads in sync to enjoy a lovely pairing of salty miso and sugar.

I have lost count of eating Lychee Rose and by far remains the top of my list at 1 Caramel. In short, imagine this cake to be a lychee refreshing treat with rose fragrance.

As for Chocolate Praline, our expectation for this cake has gone up during our cakes blogging. This is one cake which most hotels (e.g. Sheraton Towers, Goodwood Park) has featured as their signature, even similar counterparts from CentrePs, Canelé Pâtisserie Chocolaterie and SomethingToGo have made their appearance to the 50 yummiest cakes. Ask me which is the best, I am as confused as you.

For similar posts,
The simplest aphrodisiac by Harris, Blogger Outing: 1 Caramel
SistaFood by Angeline and Janelle, 1 Caramel - Food Bloggers' Sensual Sweet Indulgence
My Food Sirens II by Kaelyn - 1 Caramel
Never Trust a Scrawny Foodie by Michelle - 1 Caramel

1 Caramel
The Luxe
6 Handy Road
#01-01A
Singapore 229234
Tel: 6338 3282

Operating hours -
11am to 11pm (Sun to Thurs)
11am to 1am (Fri and Sat)
http://www.1-caramel.com/

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