We Let Instagram Story Decide What We Eat for A Day | Eatbook Vlogs | EP 62

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John is eliminated from the Valentine's episode of Eatbook Vlogs, with Mandon and Chiara hosting and letting Instagram decide their meals for the day. They try a variety of dishes from places like O'brew Culture, Kenny Rogers, and enjoy Hong Kong pastries, describing the flavors and textures in detail.

Insights

  • O'brew Culture offers a variety of homemade pastries like Low-Carb Flourless Cheesecake and sugar-coated donuts, emphasizing fluffy, non-oily donuts with citrus notes and real orange zest.
  • Shi Tang by M, formerly Mahota Kitchen, introduces family-style dinners with dishes like stir-fried pumpkin cake and Seabass with Nyonya Sauce, showcasing addictive textures and rich flavors in a revamped dining experience.

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Recent questions

  • What are some popular food choices at O'brew Culture?

    Donuts, Dalgona Coffee, Low-Carb Flourless Cheesecake

  • What type of food does Kenny Rogers offer?

    Rotisserie chicken, fried chicken, sides starting at $10.90

  • What are some popular pastries at Hong Kong pastries for tea?

    Original Egglet, Nam Kee Pau, bao

  • What are some highlights of the new family-style dinners at Shi Tang by M?

    Stir-fried pumpkin cake, Seabass with Nyonya Sauce, Signature Crab Quinoa Porridge

  • What is the Amy Yip Bao known for?

    Humongous size, oilier due to more meat inside

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Summary

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Instagram Decides Meals in Tampines Adventure

  • John is eliminated from the Valentine's episode of Eatbook Vlogs.
  • Mandon and Chiara are hosting the episode, letting Instagram decide their meals for the day.
  • They start in Tampines, taking an Instagram poll for breakfast between Kopitiam food and a cafe.
  • They end up at O'brew Culture, trying Dalgona Coffee and pastries like Low-Carb Flourless Cheesecake and sugar-coated donuts.
  • The donuts are dense but light in flavor, with citrus notes and real orange zest.
  • The donuts and cheesecake are made in-house, with the donuts being fluffy and not oily.
  • The Dalgona Coffee is sweet with a roast-y sugar flavor, and they offer lactose-free milk options.
  • O'brew Culture has limited seating, so it's recommended for grab-and-go breakfast.
  • For lunch, Instagram chooses Western food, leading them to Kenny Rogers for rotisserie chicken and fried chicken meals.
  • The fried chicken is flavorful and juicy, with a crunchy top layer and tender meat.
  • Kenny Rogers offers extensive and affordable menus, with sides starting at $10.90.
  • They end the day with Hong Kong pastries for tea, enjoying an Original Egglet and Nam Kee Pau.
  • The Egglet is chewy, buttery, and fragrant, while the Nam Kee Pau is juicy and flavorful with a crunchy texture.
  • They also try bao, with the Da Bao being juicy and flavorful with a crunchy element.

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Delicious Bao and Signature Dishes at Shi Tang

  • Bao is a convenient grab-and-go option, with a sweet and packed white-colored part.
  • The Amy Yip Bao is humongous, the size of a palm, and available for takeaway as frozen ones.
  • The Amy Yip Bao is oilier due to more meat inside, providing a juicy texture, with a higher bread to filling ratio.
  • The bao is not suitable for tea but is delicious, offering a satisfying experience.
  • Mahota Kitchen has a new look, now called Shi Tang by M, for family-style dinners.
  • The stir-fried pumpkin cake is addictive, with chai po, egg, chili, and tau ghey providing crunch.
  • The Seabass with Nyonya Sauce is fresh, mildly spicy, and sour, with hidden vegetables.
  • The Signature Crab Quinoa Porridge is rich, creamy, and not overwhelmingly sweet, with three garnishes.
  • The Bamboo Charcoal Yam Paste dessert is soft, creamy, and not very sweet, reminiscent of Goreng Pisang batter.
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