Butter Studio, Jalan Besar

 

Friday night date last week included a dinner at a fish head steamboat place and it also saw us visiting a cosy little café in Jalan Besar. Like would be an understatement, I love this place!

 

It was pretty quiet initially so was good, spent quality time with the partner and play a couple of rounds of Monopoly deal where he won most of it. Hah! The crowds came in only after 9 when were about to go. I didn't fancy the noise though because for most part the cafe's not big so the sound's trapped and can be mind boggling. But for the café, crowd means good business of course, so not complaining when small cafes get to grow in such a saturated market!
 

 Had a lemonade in a jar which was really a thirst quencher! The nutella caramel tart was also decent but thought the crust could have been more buttery and less flaky.

 

 

 

"Fondest memories are made when gathered around the table."

 

 

A place I would definitely make a return trip. The desserts and drinks are priced affordably and I can see myself and friend crafting on that communal table on a quiet weekday.

 

 

Butter Studio
Address: 147 Jalan Besar

 (Sun-Thurs 12-11pm/ Fri, Sat 12-12mn/ Tues closed)
Tel: 6543 9809

 

Wheeler's Yard

 

We decided to visit the much talked about Wheeler's Yard one Sunday afternoon. I have seen photos online, instagram etc. that I had to make a trip myself and I was not disappointed. It is so laid back, so hipster, located inside a building that probably used to be a warehouse of some sort. They kept certain original fittings of what that building used to be and I thought that gave the café even more character. The café also specializes in bicycles and you can see many beautiful bicycles and their accessories for sale.

 

 

There is 2 parts to the café, an air conditioned area that was a little cramped on a weekend for my liking so we got ourselves a table in their sheltered non-air-conditioned area. It was very cooling and I love the vibes; the chitter chatter of little children, the smell of coffee and food in the air, and I especially love the children on their little bicycles puttering about.

 

 

And of course, the mandatory photo on that big blue door!

 

 

Definitely worth a visit to experience this really cool place! I can foresee myself coming back here again to craft over coffee and snacks!

 

 

Wheeler's Yard

Address: 28 Lor Ampas, Singapore, Singapore 328781
Tel: 6254 9128Opening hours: Mon - Thurs: 11am - 7pm (closed on Tues) | Fri - Sun: 11am - 8pm (Do check their Facebook before making the trip as their hours may not be consistent due to private events.)

Cousins Gathering | Oriole Cafe & Bar.

It is always a blessing to be able to have close cousins; cousins whom you grow up with still in contact and hanging out from time to time. We agreed to pay Oriole Café a visit. This was not my first time and I would say their food quality has improved since my last visit.

Of course, another reason why I visited was for the coffee. Apparently, their baristas were champion coffee makers. This I got to try.

 

 

Had the fish & chips and they didn't disappoint. Yums!

 

 

 

The really good café latte!

 

 

Overall, it was a good time spent, we all agreed the food was decent. Portions were pretty huge for the fish & chips (maybe it is just me haha) so you could actually share and then get something else to try between the two of you.


Oriole Café & Bar
Pan Pacific Serviced Suites.
#01-01, 96 Somerset Road,
Singapore 238163
(Walk out from the Sommerset 313 exit, near Marche.)

Cafe Hopping | Penny University

Went exploring at East Coast Road last week. This area wasn't my usual hunt because of the distance away from where I stay. The enthusiastic boy wanted Katong Laksa so I happily agreed to go since he was leading the way. I am not fantastic with directions so when he make suggestions like this, I have to say yes. I asked if he could lead me to Penny University for coffee after dinner and he willingly obliged too.

That is what I love about him. He doesn't enjoy café hopping like me but just because I enjoy it, he is most happy to join me on my coffee adventures. Blessed!

Overall, coffee was decent. The better half is a fussy drinker so if he give the thumbs up, that definitely counts as good feedback! They serve one of my favourite ice cream sandwiches too! We ordered them in different flavours. I really love my strawberry one. Was a little bummed that I forgot to check out their other desserts. I got too excited with the ice cream sandwich that I totally forgot about the other items they serve.

I will definitely be back that's for sure. Love the vintage feel and the little bits and pieces of retro furniture and items scattered around the café. Overall, its a great place to visit, worth the travel. Where to next you say? I am thinking The Fabulous Baker Boy or Toby's Estate.

Will be blogging about Oriole Café soon too.

 

 

 

Penny University

402 EAST COAST ROAD
SINGAPORE 428997T

+65 9008 9314