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Brian Kennett

Amateur Chef and Boozy Traveling Foodie Extraordinaire

Restaurant Reviews

Restaurant Reviews of Singapore Restaurants that we have had the good fortune of visiting and eating at on our travels and at home here on The Red Dot, Singapore.

Restaurant reviews on IsLifeARecipe.net aren’t written from a desk with a press release in one hand and a thesaurus in the other. They’re written from the table — usually mid-bite, occasionally mid-spill, always mid-laughter. This blog covers everything from hawker heroes in Singapore to beachside BBQs in Bohol, Michelin-star swagger to plastic-chair perfection. If it’s smoky, spicy, saucy, or spectacularly comforting, it gets photographed, tasted, and judged with honesty. No fluff. No fake praise. Just real plates and real opinions.

Every review dives into what actually matters: what to order, what it costs, whether it’s worth queuing for, and whether you’d take your mates, your date, or your mum. Expect bold flavours, straight-talking verdicts, and the occasional cheeky comment when something misses the mark. From new openings to long-standing legends, these restaurant reviews are about helping you eat better, choose smarter, and maybe loosen your belt one notch at a time. Because life really is a recipe — and some dishes deserve a second helping.

PS Cafe Jewel

Best Cafe in Changi? PS Cafe Jewel arrives in Autumn 2023

New to Jewel dining scene is PS Cafe coming this Autumn… PS Cafe Jewel is going to be where culinary delight takes flight in the heart of Jewel Changi Airport, offering a delectable escape for travelers and food enthusiasts alike. Do you ever find yourself strolling through an airport, battling jet lag, and desperately seeking […]

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Papis Tacos Review: Best Mexican Restaurant in Singapore

PAPIS TACOS REVIEW: Best Mexican Food in Singapore… Papis Tacos Jalan Besar Review Papis Tacos Review Jalan Besar. You know you’re in for a good time when the menu starts with tequila and ends with tongue. Welcome to Papi’s Tacos, Jalan Besar—the slightly rowdier, inked-up, graffitti’d cousin of Papi’s on Seah Street. It’s where tortillas

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Tetsuya Wakuda - Wakuda MBS Review

Wakuda Review – 2nd Tetsuya Wakuda MBS Restaurant

Located in the iconic Marina Bay Sands, Wakuda is more than just a dining destination; it is an experience that embodies the culinary genius of one of the world’s best chefs, Tetsuya Wakuda. With an innovative and beautiful fusion of Japanese tradition and ingredients, Wakuda provides gastronomic delicacies that take diners on an unforgettable journey.

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Anthony Bourdain

Exploring Anthony Bourdain’s Nineteen Best New York City Restaurants

Bourdain’s NINETEEN Favourite Dining Spots in New York City… If the main man, Anthony Bourdain, were to whisper his home city of New York City resto secrets to you, he’d reveal these nineteen belters. The man who took the world on a continuous gastronomic adventure unveiled his top NYC restaurant picks once and her they

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