Roxy Square food court in Katong.
Here, it houses 2 gems that I hold very dear in my life. I have been following either stall for almost 20 years now, and since 2000/01, they both moved under one roof. Match made in heaven. You should know them if you live or grew up in the East Coast. I can still be found eating there at least two weekends a month.
1. Where is the restaurant/hawker stall/cafe that you are recommending and what is the name?
Roxy Square Food Court, Roxy Square, Katong.
20 years on and it has hardly changed.
2. What sort of food does it serve?
It has got a variety of food here but the two biggest hits are the Janggut Katong Laksa and the Bei-Ing 美樱 Wanton Mee stall.
3. How much did you spend and how many dishes did you order?
My meal pattern has hardly changed for a long time. Its always a standard bowl of Laksa ($3) + Wanton Mee Large ($3.50) + 1 stick of otah ($1.10) + 1 can of ILT ($1.50) = $8.10 for a good lunch.
4. Name us at least 2 die-die must try dishes.
Of course it's the standard $3 laksa no chilli and the $3.50 wanton mee.
The Laksa claims to be the original, but then all Laksa stalls in Katong claim that. It used to reside across the road quite beside 328 Laksa and 49 Laksa (now no more ) and only moved to Roxy Square in 2000. It has another outlet in Queensway Shopping Centre. If you want to debate on Laksa with me, we need another email thread.
The Wanton Mee has been there for the longest time. Right when I was in secondary school. The uncle has been there forever since he took over his dad’s recipe. When you order, he’ll tell you a number, and then when your number is up, he’ll shout really loudly across the food hall. Really old school. He walks with a limp now after a motorcycle accident about 7 years ago and his daughter helps him out now.
5. When did you last visit ? (Date/Time)
14th of July 2013. Lunch. Try to go before 1pm. Afterthat, the church-goers around Katong flood that place. Park at Roxy ($1.50/hr) and take a walk to Parkway Parade or I12 Katong if you are too full.
6. What was the purpose of the visit?
Bi-weekly craving.
7. Would you revisit the restaurant/hawker/cafe again?
Twice a month, I’ll be there. Almost 20 years now.
Roxy Square along Katong
The stalls are side by side but I don’t have a picture of the Wanton Mee stall.
Actually the rojak there is also not bad if you still have space in your stomach.
Tuesday, July 30, 2013
Tuesday, July 23, 2013
Best Birthday Weekend Ever
Late night drinks
NDP Preview
Lunch @ Brussels Sprouts
Beach picnic
Dinner @ Mosaic, Carlton Hotel
Fun with family
Can't ask for more.
I am a lucky man.
Friday, July 19, 2013
Monday, July 15, 2013
Tribute To Benjamin Ching III
One year on.
Tribute To Benjamin Ching
Tribute To Benjamin Ching II
Tribute To Benjamin Ching IV
Tribute To Benjamin Ching V
That car accident that took his life. That took him from us.
He is still dearly missed. Memories of our good times are still fresh in my mind. Was still looking forward to being his brudder during his wedding dinner.
His mom misses him alot. I can see it on FB. So much so that reading her posts make me want to cry. No parent should have to feel such sorrow. His wife looks to have moved on. Who am I to assume other than reading her FB posts. Alot of people still miss him. Can see that from Google or FB as well. The company also posted an anniversary orbituary in the papers. A nice gesture, really.
Today a memorial service is held for him. Sadly, I can't be there.
Almost EXACTLY the same reason I couldn't be there for him when the accident first occurred.
I also found another nice blog that paid tribute to him a year ago. In it is our favourite song when we used to cheong Dragonfly together.
我们都一起长大,好多梦都在飞。
Rest in peace, my brudder.
Tribute To Benjamin Ching
Tribute To Benjamin Ching II
Tribute To Benjamin Ching IV
Tribute To Benjamin Ching V
A First, Surprise
Yesterday was probably the first time my in-laws surprised me with a birthday cake and song without even my wife knowing.
Took me by surprise.
It is important to always remind myself how blessed a life I am leading.
Friday, July 12, 2013
Kovan Cage
Was at that Kovan cage playing futsal last night.
This was my first time there and I must say it is probably the best public futsal facility I've seen in Singapore.
There are 8 pitches and the AstroTurf on each pitch is neat and settled, unlike many others where the turf gravel (those pesky small rubber pallets) kicks up and embeds in the shoes.
Think I will try to come here more often for my futsal kicks an exercise. The gang was pretty fun to play with too, although it would've been more fun if we had more skilled players.
Hey, what happened to gym sessions?
Wednesday, July 10, 2013
Friday, July 05, 2013
LionsXII 4-0 Felda United | Liga Super 2013
Congrats to our LionsXII winning the MSL 2013.
100% local!
Go Lions go!!!
Wednesday, July 03, 2013
Who The TDSR Will Kill
Read this very good analysis of the latest new rulings on property buying here in Singapore.
The Total Debt Servicing Ratio (TDSR) will indeed be a killer blow to the local property market.
Hopefully by 2015, prices would have come down enough for me to buy a couple of properties :P
The Total Debt Servicing Ratio (TDSR) will indeed be a killer blow to the local property market.
Hopefully by 2015, prices would have come down enough for me to buy a couple of properties :P