Amateur Chef and Boozy Traveling Foodie Extraordinaire
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.
Bohol – eating across the island Bohol, what can I say? What an absolutely bizarre trip so far, and I am certain more to come because of our mate Covid-19. My Mum could not come in the end due to having a chest infection so bounced her Singapore trip. That trip also included us all […]
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Best Review of PasarBella Suntec (2023) Off goes the gang to Suntec today. Leggings to procure for Amy and I need to book a cooking class at Totts. So, let’s have a rummage around, and then I need to complete some more video footage for Kilo Under Pressure. We arrived at lunch, so off we
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Little Island Brewing Co Best Review (2023) Oh, dear. What happened in 2 years? Mary, the kids, and me thought we’ll scoot down today for lunch and then pop over to the beach afterward for the afternoon. What a great idea. I realized this was 2 years since we had visited so needed a review
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Montigo Resorts Review: Batam, Indonesia Montigo Resorts Review: Just a short ferry ride away from Singapore, Montigo Resorts Batam offers an idyllic escape for travellers seeking luxury, relaxation, and a taste of Indonesia’s coastal beauty. This sprawling resort caters to families, couples, and groups alike with its stunning beachfront villas, impeccable service, and a range
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Golden Beach Seafood Paradise Siglap Review (2023) This is now replaced with the incredible Greek Restaurant, Blu Kouzina. Blu Kouzina Siglap Map – Map of Singapore We have lived in Siglap for 7 years now. This restaurant has been here for two years since the demise of Blooies. We even had this recommended to us
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Share Tweet Pinit WhatsApp Permanently closed The Butcher’s Kitchen @ Suntec was incredible, sadly now closed Off goes the Kennett crew goes to Suntec today. Shopping for Amy’s birthday present for next week, to pop into my favourite shop Tott, and of course to grab some lunch. It was a little stumble on this place
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Amy’s Amazing Restaurant is a good few years on, as you’ll see from the photo I have explained many times that my kids love to cook with me, especially Amy. This day, Amy has taken her love of food and cooking to another level. Here she is standing at the door of her new restaurant,
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Merry-Go-Round Wine and Whisky Bar, brand new to Siglap and the East Coast for 2023 Merry-Go-Round Wine and Whisky Bar is BRAND NEW for Siglap. Yet another incredible offering on the East Coast Road, for us Siglappers. Are you a lover of fine wine and whisky? Look no further than Merry-Go-Round Wine and Whisky Bar,
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Introducing Bar-A-Thym: An Exquisite Taste of France in the Heart of Singapore; 2023 Review Welcome to Bar-a-Thym Singapore, or is it Bar a Thym Singapore, where French cuisine and contemporary dining converge. This little-known restaurant on Gemmill Street, off Club Street delivers an exceptional dining experience that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you
