Double Durian – Drop By the “Smelliest” Cafe in Lavender!

Come durian season, I find myself at the street stalls in Geylang digging through two or three whole durians, like many other Singaporeans. If not for the sweltering heat, I would have made coming to Geylang a weekly affair. Imagine my surprise when I stumbled upon Double Durian, a durian cafe along Jalan Besar! Does this mean durian every week? Let’s find out!

I love the rustic interior of Double Durian. It did feel slightly odd getting ready for a durian meal in such a chic setting that has air-conditioning. But hey, I ain’t complaining. This cafe is opened by three owners, in an attempt to create a more welcoming space for durian fanatics to enjoy durians. Apparently, the “double” in the shop’s name is a recognition of the fruit’s compatibility with many savoury and sweet food!

What caught our eyes was the Ying Yang Baked Durian (Seasonal Price/$15). When an order is received, a few frozen durian flesh (with their seeds still intact) are removed from the chiller and immediately baked in the oven. The result is warm and creamy durian flesh, wrapped around a cool core (just like a baked alaska). We were told that the durian is actually the Mao Shan Wang variety sourced from Malaysia. 

The menu is extensive, so it’s pretty laudable how all the cakes and ice cream in Double Durian are made in-house. We gave the Durian Crepe Cake ($6.50/slice) a try. Every layer of crepe is slathered with durian cream which contributes to the cake’s light and fluffy profile. Although it was meant for sharing, I couldn’t help but sneak extra bites.

The Double D Bomb ($6.80) is a beverage that stole the show with its insanely gorgeous presentation. The creation allows patrons to gulp down smooth and creamy durian smoothie and enjoy fresh durian flesh at the same time. However, there was a slightly artificial durian aftertaste that lingered. Well, if the taste wasn’t on par with other durian-flavoured drinks, the bomb’s stunning display of glass and wood would surely at least impress your Instagram followers.

Years ago, the myth on dying right after consuming coke with durian was rampant on social media. You might recall this when you stumble upon the Coca-Cola Float with Durian Ice Cream ($6.50) in their menu. You’ll be glad to know that the only real health risks of consuming these two together is an increase in calorie intake. Their homemade durian ice cream tasted great on its own. Mix the ice cream and the coke together, and well, you’ll be in for a surprise. It was an acquired taste, and I don’t really recommend it unless you’re feeling adventurous.

Double Durian is a place you definitely need to visit if you’re a self-proclaimed durian aficionado. While the presentation is top-notch (and definitely Instagram-worthy), the prices are slightly on the steeper side as well. Do give their mains, which we didn’t try, a go and let us know your thoughts!

MissTamChiak.com made an anonymous visit and paid its own meal at the stall featured here.

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