{"id":1954,"date":"2015-11-16T05:45:38","date_gmt":"2015-11-16T05:45:38","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/cycliclapse.com\/speak\/ving\/?p=1954"},"modified":"2015-11-16T05:54:45","modified_gmt":"2015-11-16T05:54:45","slug":"food-tasting-at-paradise-teochew-restaurant","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cycliclapse.com\/speak\/ving\/2015\/11\/16\/food-tasting-at-paradise-teochew-restaurant\/","title":{"rendered":".Food.Tasting.at.Paradise.Teochew.Restaurant."},"content":{"rendered":"<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Quick Lunch Food Tasting at Taste Paradise (Nov 20\" width=\"584\" height=\"329\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/7g74dCixM0k?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Last week, I was invited by Paradise Group to a sponsored food tasting session at their new kid on the block, <strong>Paradise Teochew Restaurant (\u6f6e\u6a02\u8ed2)<\/strong>, located at the Chinese Swimming Club. With this, Paradise Group aims to extend deeper into its roots of being the experts in Chinese cuisine.<\/p>\n<p>Teochew cuisine is famed for its deft handling of seafood and poultry, particularly in bringing out the natural taste of the fresh ingredients used. It is also known for being a celebrated source of healthy and light dishes, being light-handed on the seasonings and with minimal use of oil.<\/p>\n<p>I was delighted when checking out their extensive menu of over a hundred dishes of Teochew style signatures, from appetisers and braised specialties to a full line-up of seafood, meat and poultries, and even coupled with an array of dim sum offerings. Diners will be sooo spoilt for choice!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/cycliclapse.com\/speak\/ving\/files\/2015\/11\/wpid-15-11-16-12-16-36-507_deco.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full\" title=\"15-11-16-12-16-36-507_deco.jpg\" alt=\"image\" src=\"http:\/\/cycliclapse.com\/speak\/ving\/files\/2015\/11\/wpid-15-11-16-12-16-36-507_deco.jpg\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>After deciding on my choice of dishes, I sat back and allow myself to soak in the happy atmosphere of the spacious and brightly lit restaurant. At the same time, nibbling on the peanuts side dish as well as having a Glutinous Rice Tea to help revv up my system before the awesome meal.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/cycliclapse.com\/speak\/ving\/files\/2015\/11\/wpid-15-11-13-10-56-53-200_deco.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full\" title=\"15-11-13-10-56-53-200_deco.jpg\" alt=\"image\" src=\"http:\/\/cycliclapse.com\/speak\/ving\/files\/2015\/11\/wpid-15-11-13-10-56-53-200_deco.jpg\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/cycliclapse.com\/speak\/ving\/files\/2015\/11\/wpid-15-11-13-10-58-17-340_deco.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full\" title=\"15-11-13-10-58-17-340_deco.jpg\" alt=\"image\" src=\"http:\/\/cycliclapse.com\/speak\/ving\/files\/2015\/11\/wpid-15-11-13-10-58-17-340_deco.jpg\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/cycliclapse.com\/speak\/ving\/files\/2015\/11\/wpid-15-11-16-12-22-34-537_deco.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full\" title=\"15-11-16-12-22-34-537_deco.jpg\" alt=\"image\" src=\"http:\/\/cycliclapse.com\/speak\/ving\/files\/2015\/11\/wpid-15-11-16-12-22-34-537_deco.jpg\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Our appetiser was the <strong>Braised Trio Combination in Teochew Style (\u6f6e\u5f0f\u5364\u5473\u4e09\u62fc\u76d8)<\/strong>.<br \/>\nPrice: $22 for small \/ $33 for medium \/ $44 for large.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/cycliclapse.com\/speak\/ving\/files\/2015\/11\/wpid-15-11-13-11-00-29-333_deco.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full\" title=\"15-11-13-11-00-29-333_deco.jpg\" alt=\"image\" src=\"http:\/\/cycliclapse.com\/speak\/ving\/files\/2015\/11\/wpid-15-11-13-11-00-29-333_deco.jpg\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Consisting of Braised Duck Meat, Braised Octopus and Braised Pork Belly, couple with Braised Beancurd at the bottom too. The meat was braised so nicely and I actually finished them together with the skin and fats (which usually I&#8217;ll pick them out and just eat the meat parts). It&#8217;s my first time eating octopus braised in this way too!<\/p>\n<p>Next up for our Main No. 1, we had the <strong>Saut\u00e9ed Pomfret Fillet with Tomato and Salted Vegetables (\u54b8\u83dc\u756a\u8304\u716e\u9cb3\u9c7c\u4ef6)<\/strong>.<br \/>\nPrice: $28 for small \/ $42 for medium \/ $56 for large<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/cycliclapse.com\/speak\/ving\/files\/2015\/11\/wpid-15-11-13-11-22-29-691_deco.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full\" title=\"15-11-13-11-22-29-691_deco.jpg\" alt=\"image\" src=\"http:\/\/cycliclapse.com\/speak\/ving\/files\/2015\/11\/wpid-15-11-13-11-22-29-691_deco.jpg\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The tomato soup base was rather refreshing when coupled with salted vegetables and onions. The pomfret used was really fresh too!<\/p>\n<p>For our Main No. 2, we went for <strong>Stewed Pork Ribs with Bitter Gourd and Cucumber in Casserole (\u9ec4\u74dc\u51c9\u74dc\u6392\u9aa8\u7172)<\/strong>.<br \/>\nPrice: $18 for small \/ $27 for medium \/ $36 for large<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/cycliclapse.com\/speak\/ving\/files\/2015\/11\/wpid-15-11-13-11-17-04-848_deco.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full\" title=\"15-11-13-11-17-04-848_deco.jpg\" alt=\"image\" src=\"http:\/\/cycliclapse.com\/speak\/ving\/files\/2015\/11\/wpid-15-11-13-11-17-04-848_deco.jpg\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Warning: This dish is for bitter gourd lovers only.<\/p>\n<p>The soup tasted really nourishing, with the bitter gourd aftertaste lingering in your throat for awhile after you swallowed it. But it made me wanna keep sinking my spoon into the casserole for more. The pork ribs soaked in all the goodness from the soup, though I was wishing the meat can be a &#8216;lil more tender.<\/p>\n<p>Next up was our vegetable choice of <strong>Braised Mustard Green with Shredded Conpoy and Dried Shrimps (\u7476\u67f1\u867e\u7c7d\u5927\u82a5\u83dc)<\/strong>.<br \/>\nPrice: $18 for small \/ $27 for medium \/ $36 for large<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/cycliclapse.com\/speak\/ving\/files\/2015\/11\/wpid-15-11-13-11-29-03-655_deco.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full\" title=\"15-11-13-11-29-03-655_deco.jpg\" alt=\"image\" src=\"http:\/\/cycliclapse.com\/speak\/ving\/files\/2015\/11\/wpid-15-11-13-11-29-03-655_deco.jpg\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Frankly speaking, this was my first time trying mustard green, without any prior knowledge of how this vegetable was going to taste like. I have to say, this dish made me feel really healthy and for consuming my daily intake of 2 portions of greens. This crunchy vegetable has an aftertaste similar to that of bitter gourd, but with an even rawer taste. If you are not a fan of mustard green, do still have a taste of the clear and sweet stock base.<\/p>\n<p>I can never do without rice for a day, and being a fried rice lover, I&#8217;ll definitely not miss out on <strong>Fried Rice wih Yam in Teochew Style (\u6f6e\u5f0f\u828b\u5934\u7092\u996d)<\/strong>.<br \/>\nPrice: $14 for small \/ $21 for medium \/ $28 for large<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/cycliclapse.com\/speak\/ving\/files\/2015\/11\/wpid-15-11-13-11-43-52-870_deco.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full\" title=\"15-11-13-11-43-52-870_deco.jpg\" alt=\"image\" src=\"http:\/\/cycliclapse.com\/speak\/ving\/files\/2015\/11\/wpid-15-11-13-11-43-52-870_deco.jpg\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Generous portion of various ingredients like prawns and yam in this fried rice! The small size can actually serve 2-3 pax, but it&#8217;s so yummy I think I can have the whole plate to myself.<\/p>\n<p>Every meal has to end with a dessert, hence we chose a very Teochew style dessert of <strong>Crispy Pumpkin, Yam and Sweet Potato Strips (\u91d1\u94f6\u4e09\u5b9d\u70d9)<\/strong> which we haven&#8217;t tried before.<br \/>\nPrice: $12 (one size)<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/cycliclapse.com\/speak\/ving\/files\/2015\/11\/wpid-15-11-13-11-56-54-739_deco.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full\" title=\"15-11-13-11-56-54-739_deco.jpg\" alt=\"image\" src=\"http:\/\/cycliclapse.com\/speak\/ving\/files\/2015\/11\/wpid-15-11-13-11-56-54-739_deco.jpg\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Eat it while it&#8217;s hot! This dessert was sooo addictive, couple with the peanut bits sprinkled on top. Even though I was already very full from the previous dishes, I simply cannot not have more than one serving of this. Highly recommended!!<\/p>\n<p>With a sweet ending to this food tasting session, the overall experience was really pleasant and comforting (to our satisfied tummies). The PR Manager of this restaurant, Leon Teh, had been really helpful and attentive to all our needs, patiently introducing and explaining to us about each dish that we ordered.<br \/>\nAlthough this place is a &#8216;lil far off for me since I stay in the North (Chinese Swimming Club is located near Parkway Parade), I&#8217;d loved to bring my family here one day for them to try the lovely and healthy dishes, and for me to give their a dim sum a go too.<\/p>\n<p>Thanks again to the Paradise Group for this experience!<br \/>\nI hope you guys can go try it out too!! ^_^<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Paradise Teochew Restaurant<\/span><\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Address: 21 Amber Road, Chinese Swimming Club, #03-01 (via Arrival Pavilion), Singapore 439870<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Tel: (65) 6348 7298<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Business Hours:<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Mon-Fri<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>1130am to 330pm (last order at 3pm)<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>6pm to 1030pm (last order at 10pm)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Sat, Sun &amp; Public Holidays<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>1030am to 330pm (last order at 3pm)<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>6pm to 1030pm (last order at 10pm)<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Last week, I was invited by Paradise Group to a sponsored food tasting session at their new kid on the block, Paradise Teochew Restaurant (\u6f6e\u6a02\u8ed2), located at the Chinese Swimming Club. 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