Cakes and ice cream can vie for our attention all they want. But at the end of the day, there’s always something special about a warm bowl of tau suan or creamy yam paste. Traditional Chinese desserts are (quite literally) one of the sweetest ways to get a taste of nostalgia. They’re ubiquitous, affordable and so darn’ delicious. Most of us...
It seems like North Bridge Road is becoming a hotspot for new cafes and eateries, with several establishments moving in since the start of this year. One of the new kids on the block is Chow Zan Dessert, a casual dessert eatery that does some solid traditional Chinese desserts. Yet another spot for mango pomelo sago and black sesame paste?...
When it comes to dessert, we love our waffles, our bingsu and our soft serve. But when it comes to the traditional sweet treats of old, ones that see a myriad of syrups dolloped over shaved ice, a marriage of canned fruit and an assortment of jelly-like delights, few come close in comparison. There’s just something so delightful heartwarming about a...