12 Delicious International Cuisines Under $50

Tim Ho Wan – Hong Kong Cuisine

This one-Michelin star eatery in Hong Kong opened its doors in Singapore, bringing you delicious dim sum items all day long. Their Baked Bun with BBQ Pork ($5.30) makes up one of the ‘Four Heavenly Kings’. There’s some crackle from the brittle casing, while a sweet-salty barbecued pork filling sits in the core.

The other three members of the ‘Four Heavenly Kings’ are Steamed Egg Cake ($4), Beancurd Skin with Pork & Shrimp ($5.30), and Pan Fried Carrot Cake ($5). We love the steamed egg cake which is super light and soft.

This restaurant also boasts unique dishes like Quail Egg Siu Mai Topped with Fish Roe ($5.80) and Marinated Pork Intestines in Black Pepper Sauce ($6.80).

Nan Xiang Chicken Rice Restaurant – Chinese Cuisine

Nan Xiang started in Balestier Hawker Centre, Whampoa, in November 1986. Subsequently, they set up a casual restaurant in Square 2, Novena. The Deluxe Combi Meal ($45.90++ for 4 pax) comprises Nan Xiang’s Signature Hainanese Chicken, Braised Pork Belly with Broccoli, Stir Fried Green Veggies, 4 servings of Double Boiled Soup, and 4 Chicken Rice Balls or Chicken Rice. You can choose to have steamed chicken, roasted chicken, or a combination of both.

The fragrant rice is first stir-fried with garlic, ginger, shallots and chicken stock, before it is cooked in a rice cooker. Frying the rice might be laborious and time-consuming, but the final product certainly makes the process worthwhile. The chicken is succulent, well-executed, and just amazing with the accompanying chilli sauce.

Fish Mart SAKURAYA – Japanese Cuisine

Fish Mart SAKURAYA has two sections – a Japanese supermarket where you can find all kinds of Japanese food items, and an eatery where chefs prepare fresh air-flown fish from Japan for diners. You can select your desired fish at their display chiller, and the chef will prepare the sashimi on the spot, and have it delivered to your table.

Fans of sashimi will definitely love the Maguro ($8 per 100g), to Salmon ($8.50 per 100g), Tai ($17 per 100g), Kanpachi ($17 per 100g), and Hotate ($6/piece). Besides sushi and sashimi, diners can go for their donburi as well. The Bara Chirashi ($15) is one of the bestsellers. The Sakura Sushi Set ($38) is perfect for those who love sushi, and the Tempura Mori ($12) will certainly satisfy.

Fish Mart SAKURAYA provides free delivery service for supermarket products (minimum $50 purchase) and Sushi & Sashimi sets (minimum $100 purchase).

Om Nom Taste of Thai – Thai Cuisine

With 20 years of experience under his belt, Om Nom’s chef is cooking up a storm of authentic Siamese delights. Look forward to mouthwatering dishes such as Prawn Cake ($2.80/piece), Stuffed Chicken Wings ($7.80), Fresh Coconut Tom Yum Seafood Soup ($20.80), and Thai Style Steam Seabass ($27.80). You won’t be disappointed!

Dragon Bowl – Cantonese Cuisine

Dragon Bowl brings to the table their take on an imperial meal fit for the Chinese emperor, where only the finest ingredients are used. The restaurant serves a wide range of contemporary items that preserve the taste of traditional Cantonese cuisine and dim sum.

Dragon Bowl 3-in-1 Set Menu ($30++) comprises 红烧大排翅 (Braised Premium Shark’s Fin), 红炆8头鲍伴花菇 (Braised 8 Head Abalone with Japanese Mushroom), and 干贝鱼子炒饭 (Conpoy Fried Rice with Fish Roe). We know it sounds too good to be true, but it is! You can indulge in luxurious dishes at affordable prices now!

UPIN Hot Pot – Chinese Cuisine

Grab your loved ones and head down to UPIN for a bubbling good time! You have to go for the UPIN Three Flavour Soup ($14). Yes, you heard us right! Instead of getting just one or two soup bases, you’ll be able to try 3 different soup bases here. Besides the usual mushroom soup, pork bone soup, and tomato soup, you can expect interesting flavours such as black chicken soup, preserved vegetable soup, and fish soup.

Beef lovers will be delighted by the Tender Beef Slices ($12), Prime Beef ($15), and Fresh Beef Tripe ($12). There is a range of seafood choices available as well. You get to choose your desired level of spice, and you can mix and match your own sauces at the condiments bar too.

Chicken Hotpot – Chinese Cuisine

The Chicken Hot Pot ($17.80 small / $21.80 medium / $25.80 large) features tender chicken served in a pot of signature broth. You can choose from 3 levels of spiciness, and add as much fresh vegetables and additional meats as you wish into the pot. The Scandalously Spicy Shrimp ($18.80 small / $26.80 large) consists of fresh shrimps in a fiery hot broth that will knock your socks off. There’s also the Fish in a Pot ($18.80 small / $26.80 large), which sees the marinated catch of the day (snapper or grouper) sliced into fillet strips, and served in a simmered broth of preserved pickled vegetables.

Dancing Crab – American Cuisine

Dancing Crab rocks a casual and vibrant atmosphere, and serves a mix of country-style Cajun seafood. You’ll get a taste of the distinctive richness of Creole cuisine here. The Cajun Sampler Platter ($48++) includes crab cakes, fried okra, beer-battered mushroom, garlic soy sauce wings, beer-battered Cajun calamari, and Creole cornbread.

The Seafood Jambalaya ($15++ lunch; $17++ dinner) overflows with fresh seafood such as squid rings, clams, and prawns, and consists of a generous serving of tender chicken. The chef prepares the dish using a cast iron pan as it helps to retain moisture.

Brewerkz Restaurant & Microbrewery – American Cuisine

Brewerkz has been serving classic, handmade and fresh American-styled food, and award winning handcrafted beers, since 1997. With over 14 appetizers that go hand in hand with a pint of handcrafted beer, Brewerkz might just be the perfect place to chill out with your friends or colleagues after work. Brewerkz also has a selection of 10 types of gourmet burgers for you to chomp down. The Cowboy Burger ($24), a hot favourite, consists of a New Zealand Black Angus beef patty, crispy bacon, cheddar cheese, and homemade BBQ sauce. The Baby Back Ribs ($34 half rack) glazed in BBQ sauce, and Soba Noodle Salad with Salmon ($28) are really great options too.

Tapas Club – Spanish Cuisine

Tapas Club is a premium Spanish tapas restaurant offering authentic flavours from the Iberian Peninsula. Helmed by executive chef Jose Angel Alonso, and one-star Michelin chef Manuel Berganza, Tapas Club presents diners with a wide variety of classic Spanish tapas, heirloom fresh produce, and home-like recipes.

There’s a good selection of paella to choose from, such as Paella Verduras ($20) which contains seasonal vegetables, Arroz Negro ($25), or squid ink paella, Paella De Chorizo ($25), and Paella Mixta ($25) which consists of chicken and seafood. If you’re looking for something more uncommonly found, go for the Fideuá Negra ($25), which is squid ink noodles paella. Do pair your paella with a plate of perfectly-grilled Pulpo a la Brasa ($22) too. Lastly, complement the rich Spanish flavours with the finest selection of wines and beers from the heart of Spain.

Pardon My French – French Cuisine

“Pardon My French” or rather, “Excuse My French”, is a common English phrase ostensibly disguising profanity as French. It is funny and unpretentious, just like the attitude of the food served at this eatery. Everything from sauces to stocks are made from scratch here. The menu is quite straightforward, with a few quintessential French dishes like poulet, duck confit, beef stew, and fish baked with ratatouille.

Limit Duck Confit ($25) is slow-cooked for 6 hours, which explains its moist and tender meat. It has a nice crispy skin, and is paired with mashed pumpkin instead of the usual mashed potatoes.

iO Italian Osteria – Italian Cuisine

iO Italian Osteria looks just like a traditional Italian tavern. The restaurant is adorned with a selection of fine antique pieces, beautiful copper, and real wood furniture.

Headed by well-known restaurateur and chef Ms. Anna Borrasi, iO Italian Osteria puts together the freshest ingredients to produce the finest Italian dishes. Pamper yourselves with the Traditional Plain Roman Schiacciata (Slice $7, Half $12, Whole $21), Traditional Stuffed Roman Schiacciata (Small $10, Large $18), or with one of the Assorted Pizzas (Small $9, Medium $24, Large $29). The flavours will make your taste buds dance!

You can also find delicious main courses such as the Orecchiette with Pork Sausage in Saffron Sauce ($19), Porchetta (Small $9, Large $18), Homemade Tagliolini with Prawns and Lemon Breadcrumbs ($22), and Spicy Roasted Farm Chicken “alla diavola” ($22).

With such an exciting array of international cuisines at so many different Far East Malls island-wide, there will always be something for everyone no matter where you go. Furthermore, you are getting quality fare that is reasonably priced under $50! Bring a friend and enjoy 1-for-1 special deals at participating restaurants like Nan Xiang Chicken Rice and Fish Mart SAKURAYA. For more information, visit http://www.shopfareast.com.sg/food-fest-2017/1-for-1-deals

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