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Polarbear's Reviews

       01 Sep 2007 at 11:58 pm
    Category: Thai
    claud claud says:

    Was planning to head to play boardgames at Boat Quay when we chanced upon this Thai Restuarant. Took a glance at the menu and found the price pretty reasonable. So we went in to get our dinner.

    I like the murals on their walls. Simple yet tasteful. Simple decor and gives a very easy and relax feel while dining. Clean too. Nothing fancy. I like.

    We ordered fried tofu (3 flavours), spicy chiang mai squid and green curry chicken. The food was nice and lightly taste. Its different from the other Thai food i had before which has a very strong taste of their spicies. Food here is nicely cooked with just the right amount of spice. You'll still be able to taste the original taste of the meat/vege with the sauce over it.

    Total spent $22 for 2 person. Worth a try.


    Rating given:Rating: 4 out of 5Rating: 4 out of 5Rating: 4 out of 5Rating: 4 out of 5Rating: 4 out of 5

       31 Aug 2007 at 8:32 pm
    Category: Japanese
    Leenie Pigs Leenie Pigs says:

    Pepper Lunch... Interestingly NEW CONCEPT....

    I was lured in by the LCD TV outside the shop, showing the procedures of cooking our own lunch.... so i thought it was really interesting and decided to give it a go....

    I wonder... when did we actually Quality Control our Customers.. New concept New concept.......

    This restaurant is indeed a noisy one.... besides the sizzling noise made by the hot plates, i could say the japanese culture really did get into the singaporeans working there.....

    They spoke broken japanese with a bad accent loudly, trying to encourage the other staff but rather it annoyed me a little...

    Annoying the customers when they enter the restaurant....
    New Concept New Concept...........

    So i look through the menu.... and the food really looks appetizing..... So i ordered 2 beef patties on a hot plate....

    I was quickly issued my seat and i sat down with my friends appreciating the whole theme and environment. Shortly our food came. The friendly staff asked us if we know how to cook our food... I stunned and looked at my friend sitting next to me... and he replied... " I am a qualified cook now where is the stove......

    And we wondered.. why did we pay near to $10 to cook our own food....... When char kway teow is only $2 a plate..... New Concept New Concept......

    The food was good.... there are 2 types of sauces to choose from and it was delicious, but by the end of my meal i suddenly realised that there were spots of sauces all over my pink polo tee......

    And i pondered...... Dirty Dancing.... DIRTY EATING???
    New Concept New Concept.....

    When we finished our food, the staff quickly cleared the table and went "Thankyou Please come again....."

    I starred at my friend in shock wondering...

    The faster you get your customers out of the shop the higher the turnover and so... its part of the jobscope of the staff to.....
    NEW CONCEPT NEW CONCEPT......


    Lunch $10........

    New Polo Tee $50...............

    Emerge smelling like delicious beef after a satisfying meal and learning a NEW CONCEPT....................... PRICELESS............


    Rating given:Rating: 3 out of 5Rating: 3 out of 5Rating: 3 out of 5Rating: 3 out of 5Rating: 3 out of 5

       31 Aug 2007 at 8:13 pm
    Category: Japanese
    Leenie Pigs Leenie Pigs says:

    I agree with kormmandos, you really pay for quality at sushi tei.... but i can say that for the kind of quality and variety they offer, the price is pretty reasonable.

    Like most high end japanese restaurants, Sushi Tei serves food that is fresh and is processed by experienced chef.

    We could judge this by simply biting into the sushi. The sushi rice by conventional sushi restaurant chains which uses machine to shape the rice are hard, tight and sticks to your teeth when u chew into them.

    But Sushi Tei's sushi rice is like those hand made by experienced sushi chefs are soft but not soggy, firm with shape but yet not tight, Loose but does not come apart easily and most importantly it does not stick to your teeth when you chew at it.

    The variety of dishes in the menu is fabulous. I had their raw lobster once. When the lobster is being served, the legs are still flexing a little. That shows the very experience slicing skill of the sashimi chef. The raw lobster was sweet, juicy and simply melts in your mouth. A real delicacy......

    Simple dishes like just wheat noodles with an egg in soya sauce taste fabulous too. Though simple and light, this humble dish bring about an explosive taste. Once you tried it, you will never forget the taste and will continuing want to have it. Thats the KUNG FU of a POWERFUL CHEF...

    If you want a more chic looking place to impress your business customers, you could always try the outlet at RAFFLES CITY.... Classy with a good selection of food, desserts and beverages. The warm ambience is good for business meetings and gathering with friends. If you are just interested in the food, i suggest you pop by the Holland Village or the Takashimaya Outlet......

    Really MUST TRY!!!!


    Rating given:Rating: 4 out of 5Rating: 4 out of 5Rating: 4 out of 5Rating: 4 out of 5Rating: 4 out of 5

    2194. Zakoola   
       31 Aug 2007 at 8:11 pm
    Leenie Pigs Leenie Pigs says:

    Calling all book worms out there.. This is an online book store that carries a great selection and variety of books.

    Prices are rather reasonable and they deliver right to your doorstep, wrapped in plastic and packaged in a padded envelope... I was personally impressed by the packaging as i encountered many home delivery products such that when i bought it online it was pretty and in fabulous condition but when i delivered to my home, it was KIAM CHAI......

    Though i love shopping at book stores, browsing at the books and reading leisurely at its content, I feel pretty pissed when i just couldn't find the books I want. Hours and hours of browsing through the shelves and the book is right smack in front of me... Especially when i am in a rush or i needed the reference urgently, how could i spend precious time scanning through the shelves or run from book shop to book shop.

    I chance upon Zakoola while reading a magazine in which, I couldn't remember the name of the magazine and I gave it a go. It was good. Payment was easy and the prices are reasonable, no queues and the book is in fabulous conditions. From then onwards.... no saint can stop my book shopping spree..... I even buy them as presents for my friends. Sometimes, its just difficult to meet up and I would just order a book, get it wrapped nicely and send it to their house.

    Books are such excellent gifts for your friends and for yourself.....

    Its hard not to recommend such a good site...


    Rating given:Rating: 5 out of 5Rating: 5 out of 5Rating: 5 out of 5Rating: 5 out of 5Rating: 5 out of 5

    2195. Sakae Sushi (Funan)   
       31 Aug 2007 at 7:19 pm
    Category: Japanese
    Leenie Pigs Leenie Pigs says:

    If you like japanese food but do not want to be too harsh on your pocket, Sakae Sushi is the place to go.

    One of the biggest japanese restaurant chain in singapore, Sakae sushi offers value for money delicate japanese cuisines. Even though the food does not taste like high-end japanese food, but its quite reasonable for the price that is being paid.

    I love Japanese food, especially Sashimi and Sushi..... and i frequent Sakae sushi, at least twice a month. For a short snack or a hearty meal after my hunger strike I would go to Sakae Sushi.

    The items i love most would be AVOCADO SALMON SUSHI... I like the creamy avocado on raw sweet salmon.... I could eat as much as i want as each coloured plate except the red plates are going at $1.90.

    If you haven't tried and you love japanese food, do drop by Sakae Sushi... You could find Sakae almost everywhere and you will never miss the green frog, its logo.


    Rating given:Rating: 4 out of 5Rating: 4 out of 5Rating: 4 out of 5Rating: 4 out of 5Rating: 4 out of 5

    2196. Earle Swensen’s   
       31 Aug 2007 at 7:06 pm
    Category: American, Steakhouses
    Leenie Pigs Leenie Pigs says:

    I was quite surprised with the overall interior decoration of this outlet. It absolutely goes well with the overall theme of VIVO city.

    The HUGE high glass panels made it feel like afresco dining yet you can still enjoy the nice cool air-conditioning. A very elegant and chic place to have your favourite sundae in.

    I could recall my dad used to reward the family with an outing to the swensens restaurant at the Changi Airport for ICE-Cream.. We loved the EARTHQUAKE and the Fries with sauces.

    The old menu was great, but the additional items in the new menu at the VIVO outlet is even better. I can have more choices of meal course and desserts. How wonderful.

    My personal favourite dessert is Colt Tower... It has chocolate ice cream, fudge and chunky peanuts on top, it is beautiful to look and yummy to have.

    The other very nice dessert is the Apple Crumble in a pan..

    Sizzling hot Apple crumble with a scoop of rich Vanilla Ice cream on top served in a pipping hot PAN.... Oooh.........
    Drizzle some milk and DIG IN.......

    Its sweet and buttery.... Soft crumbs soaked in a little caramel and milk simply melts in your mouth.... Hot hot pastry with cold cold ice cream. This is what i call HEAVENLY....


    4 thumbs up...............


    Rating given:Rating: 4 out of 5Rating: 4 out of 5Rating: 4 out of 5Rating: 4 out of 5Rating: 4 out of 5

       31 Aug 2007 at 1:43 pm
    claud claud says:

    Was quite confused with the ordering process at my first visit. First I was given a number card with my table number. Then the guy at the entrance will place a matching table number at an available table for the number of guest. Then we placed our order, collected our drinks and had to sit at the table given to us. (You cannot choose to sit at another table as it'll all be numbered.)

    Food came and we had to cook our own food. Pour in the sauces and start cooking your meat on the hot stone. All the sizzling and cooking created a strong smell that filled the entire place. I personally wouldn't like sitting there for too long after my meal. Kinda stink the clothes.

    Had my second visit at Pepper Lunch yesterday. My friends were there before me and were about to finish when I arrived. I queued to order my food and from my previous experience, I requested for a number card. The guy asked where I sit and I told him my table number was removed as the food already delivered. He doesn't seem to understand me as he kept asking for a table number! I repeated myself again this time slower and pointing to my table. Then finally he understood. But he seemed rather lost not knowing what to do. Later he told me to inform the cashier when placing my order. So I did. And the cashier gave me a confused look again! I'm totally lost. What's so difficult about giving me a new table number? Later he checked with the guy again and then he told her to give me a table number from her sets of numbers. Walking back to my table to join my friend, I asked myself, what's the difference from the guy at the entrance giving me a number and the cashier giving me a number? Aren't they the same?

    The food was alright. Its the concept of cooking it yourself and the special sauce they have that makes it a novelty for customers. Other than that, I don't see what's so good about it, considering the smell and price and service, I'll rather not have my meal there.


    Rating given:Rating: 2 out of 5Rating: 2 out of 5Rating: 2 out of 5Rating: 2 out of 5Rating: 2 out of 5

       31 Aug 2007 at 1:28 pm
    Category: Cinemas
    claud claud says:

    Quick review: Was there yesterday for Secret. Show time was 7.45pm. But we were not allowed to enter earlier as the theatre wasn't ready. Wanted to buy popcorns at the counter inside and go to the ladies before the show. But we couldn't.

    The cinemas was packed and the queue was long at the ticketing counter. As we bought our tickets earlier, we had to requeue to get popcorns. They should have created an express lane for those who just want popcorns instead of putting the ticketing n popcorn counter together. Yes its easier for those who buy ticket the last minute/ before the show and get their popcorns at the same time. But what about people like us? The most irritating thing is when those buying tickets infront of you can't decide which seats to pick! They held up the queue and we ended up late for the show. When we finally got to our theatre, the show already started!

    Later we found out that they do delivery service to our seats for food orders. I feel that this is a good gesture for people who bought tickets first so they can order their food and get it delivered. But think again, wouldn't these delivery disturb the others in the theatre? Especially if the delivery is for someone sitting right in the center of the row?

    I still feel that a seperate counter is better for those who just want popcorn.


    Rating given:Rating: 3 out of 5Rating: 3 out of 5Rating: 3 out of 5Rating: 3 out of 5Rating: 3 out of 5

       30 Aug 2007 at 6:56 pm
    Category: Bakeries
    Leenie Pigs Leenie Pigs says:

    A1 curry puffs are absolutely FANTASTIC....

    The crust is crispy and flaky... You really get a mouthful of them when you bite into it. Not too thick or tasteless.. These puffs are fried just nice.

    When you are in good luck, you could get some fresh from the pot. You'll love the piping hot puffs when the curry sauce ozzes out of the thin ultra crispy crust. YUM YUM YUM.....

    The filling inside consist of chunky chicken cubes and Mushy carrots, potato and etc... Be careful not to burn yourself with the piping hot fillings inside. But its pretty much worth the TONGUE BURNING experience.......


    Rating given:Rating: 4 out of 5Rating: 4 out of 5Rating: 4 out of 5Rating: 4 out of 5Rating: 4 out of 5

       30 Aug 2007 at 6:41 pm
    Category: Cinemas
    Leenie Pigs Leenie Pigs says:

    I agree with Claudia, the GV at VIVO is FAB....

    The sound system is as good but what more sure love the extra leg room. Just like the GreatWorld and the Plaza Sing ones, they have adjustable hand rest.

    So if you want a bigger seat to stretch yr legs across the sits, you could do so.... If the movie you're watching bores you that much you can also catch a nap.

    2 counters for Popcorns, one on the lower level and one on the upper level is good for replenishing snacks in the middle of a good movie.

    One thing i dislike about watching movies is that they would always expect us to find our ways by the back stair cases. It smells and I disliked that quite so much. I mean, how would one expect us to find our way out through these stinky, isolates Maze. BUT the one at VIVO isn't so, you get to exit gracefully and get back into the shopping mall quickly. Thats what i call good planning.

    Only thing i don't really enjoy are the LOOs.. The place is huge and there are many signs for restrooms. But i am always so confused.... You got to enter a door and then through a small lane and then into another door and then corridor and then turn here turn there then you come to the opening for the restroom..... Maybe we should GPS THE RESTROOMS. I mean when you are in a hurry....... It could be REALLY HELPFUL


    Rating given:Rating: 5 out of 5Rating: 5 out of 5Rating: 5 out of 5Rating: 5 out of 5Rating: 5 out of 5

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