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SIN: Bar-Roque Grill

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My introduction to French style ravioli! Bar-Roque Grill brings a taste of France with a menu deeply rooted in Chef Stéphane's cherished memories of his home in Alsace. The restaurant at Tanjong Pagar takes pride in sourcing their beef from O'Connor farms in Gippsland in the southeastern part of Australia, and dry-aging their cuts in-house.
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SIN: L'Entrecôte

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Are you a fan of their rich specialty sauce? Entrecôte  is a French term that refers to a premium boneless cut of beef from the rib area, which is typically used for steaks and roasts. L'Entrecôte, a restaurant dedicated to this cut, features it as the one and only main course. One of the branches is located at Customs House, which was among the earliest public buildings in modern Singapore.
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CAN: AG Inspired Cuisine

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"A true farm-to-table experience!" A culinary gem in the heart of the Niagara Falls area, AG Inspired Cuisine is proudly named one of Canada's top fine-dining restaurants. Helmed by Executive Chef Cory Linkson, the menu celebrates contemporary Canadian cuisine that highlights the freshness of seasonal ingredients. My BFF and I went for the Three Course Menu priced at  C$99.00 (~S$97.90)  per person.
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JPN: Henn-na Hotel Nara (変なホテル奈良) [Breakfast]

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Not Japanese, but simple French dishes for breakfast~ Happy New Year, folks! Ever since I heard about the world's first hotel run by robots in 2015, I'd always wanted to stay at Henn-na Hotel. The opportunity eventually materialised during my second visit to Nara with my family. For breakfast, each guest gets to choose one dish with free-flowing drinks.
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JPN: Yufuin Kotobuki Hananosho (由布院 壽花之庄) [Dinner]

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Kaiseki: feast for the eyes and belly! One of the things that my I was really looking forward to during the trip was the stay at one of the Japanese style rooms with private open-air hot spring bath at Yufuin Kotobuki Hananosho (3*) in Yufuin, Japan. Let's delve into the  kaiseki (Japanese multi-course haute cuisine) dinner included in the half board plan.
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CAN: Prospect Point Bar & Grill

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Delectable salmon glazed with 'hoisin' sauce! My first long walk in Vancouver, Canada was at the expansive Stanley Park. Out of the few eateries spread throughout the park, my BFF and I decided to have a late lunch at Prospect Point Bar & Grill, which is located at the northern end overlooking Lions Gate Bridge.
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SIN: Le Rida

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How about some apricot and fig sauce on your duck confit? Situated along Bukit Timah Road is Le Rida, a restaurant that offers a curious mix of French, Middle Eastern and Indian dishes. There's also a fully-stocked bar for those who prefer to have a drink or two with light bites. One fine evening, I went there to have dinner.
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UGA: The Lawns Wild Game and Barbecue Restaurant

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Trying kudu and crocodile meat for the first time ever! Located close to Uganda Golf Club in Kampala, The Lawns Wild Game and Barbecue Restaurant considers itself to be a fine dining restaurant that serves international cuisine. Unusual ingredients that you can find there include crocodile, kudu, blesbok, springbok and wildebeest meat.
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MLI: Restaurant Balasoko

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Have you had guinea fowl before? The French occupation of Mali during the late 19th century has resulted in not only the language being designated as the national language, but also the assimilation of the cuisine into the local food scene. Located within the premise of the peaceful Mali National Park, Restaurant Balasoko serves French cuisine.
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MLI: Azalai Grand Hotel [Breakfast]

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Breakfast with UN and French peacekeeping soldiers around! My BFF and I only stayed for two nights in Bamako, Mali. The room that we booked at Azalai Grand Hotel (4*) didn't include buffet breakfast. As I wouldn't want to miss this opportunity to let all of you know about its quality, I decided to give it a try with my BFF on our last day by paying  CFA 9,000  (~ S$20.95)  each.
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MLI: Restaurant Azalai

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Trying two Malian and two Senegalese main courses! "You went to Mali? Are you crazy?" was the question that many people raised in disbelief. Yes, I did, dragging my BFF along. Our time in the Western African country was short, and twice we actually had dinner at Restaurant Azalai inside Azalai Grand Hotel (4*) where we were staying at.
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FIN: Mumin Kaffe

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Have some snacks and drinks with your favourite Moomin characters! I was so sad when I got to know that Moomin Café at Harbour City in HK closed down. During our visit to Helsinki, Finland, my BFF and I made it a point to drop by one of such establishments. It turned out that we went to the original branch, which isn't that far from Kaisaniemi Botanical Garden and Helsinki Cathedral.
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BGM: Brasserie de la Ville

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Any difference between Belgian and French onion soup? Situated near the bustling Grand Place is Brasserie de la Ville, a rather quiet, unassuming restaurant serving local cuisine that may not stand out compared to some others in the area. My BFF and I decided to head to the restaurant after reading many good reviews online.
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BGM: Le Bistro

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Virgin experience with rabbit meat stewed with beer! Located within a stone's throw away from Porte De Hal, a medieval fortified city gate of Brussels, Belgium, is a popular restaurant that goes by a nondescript name of Le Bistro. Upon hearing where my BFF and I came from, one of the servers told us that the restaurant receives many people from Singapore every year.
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BGM: Friterie Tabora

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'Andalouse' and 'Samourai' have nothing to do with Andalusia and Japan! :P For the uninitiated, the origin of the so-called French fries has been traced back to Belgium, not France. Considering a few famous fries shops in Brussels, my BFF and I decided to patronise Friteria Tabora that's located near the central square called Grand Place.
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BGM: Chez Leon

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Serving mussels all the way since 1893! Here's another city to add to the list: Brussels, Belgium! As we hadn't had a proper lunch earlier, we decided to have an early dinner at Chez Leon, a well-known restaurant that has stood the test of time near Floris Arlequin Grand Place Hotel where we were staying at.
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SIN: Redpan

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Have you ever had grilled beef with 'chinchalok'? Redpan is a fusion bistro that prides itself in being a modern Singaporean bistro, serving "creative interpretations of modern dishes with a spotlight on local ingredients and familiar flavours." Collaborating with DP Architects, one of the largest architectural practices in Singapore, it has got a chic decor.
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BRN: Bristodeli Café [Takeaway]

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How does its signature beef noodle fare? On the day when my BFF and I had to check-out of Badi'ah Hotel , we requested for a slightly later check-out as we'd like to have lunch first in the room before leaving. We bought food from Bristodeli Café, which is located next to the lobby of the hotel. From what I managed to gather from the Internet, it used to be Délifrance.
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SIN: Dazzling Café {CLOSED}

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"Eat differently - add a little dazzle to your meals" UPDATE (24/11/2019):  The café has closed down. Having established its presence in Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong and Taiwan, Dazzling Café continues to bedazzle its patrons by its honey toast creations, along with other interesting items. My BFF and I didn't order the honey toast though, going for a waffle instead for dessert.
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HKG: Bo Innovation

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"X-treme Chinese Cuisine" by the Demon Chef! How many of you have heard of Alvin Leung, a renowned HK chef who dabbles in molecular gastronomy? I've always been amazed by his creations whenever he appears on TV shows. His first restaurant, Bo Innovation, has been rated Three Michelin Stars since 2014 as he continues to "challenge people's expectations, to surprise and excite them."
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SIN: Singapore Airlines SQ392 (Premium Economy)

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JPN: Ekiben Tabi Bento (駅弁 旅弁当)

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Not a single visit to Japan without 'ekiben'! A portmanteau of eki (lit. station) and bento (Japanese meal box), ekiben  has long been an icon of Japanese culinary culture. I know the meal boxes are served at room temperature, but I'm always drawn to them, thanks in part to their exquisite presentation. My family bought some from Ekiben Tabi Bento situated within Kyoto station to savour them for lunch, not inside a train, but in the comfort of our hotel room.
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TWN: EVA Air BR226 (Economy)

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How about indulging in some tea-infused menu onboard? Let's start our trip to the Americas with an exploration of the in-flight food and beverages onboard EVA Air BR226 from Singapore to Taipei, Taiwan. Photos in the coming posts remain in a square format because, as mentioned earlier, I lost most of my photos and the only ones I've got left are those I've shared on my Instagram.
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