Indian Food - Annalakshmi - Chinatown Point but moving to Central Square #01-04

Diners can pay the amount of what they think the meal is worth @ Annalakshmi!!! You ought to try this when you have the time in Singapore, if you have not done so!

I have heard of this concept in Japan and have watched it on Japan Hour. There is no fixed rate for staying in the Ryokan りょかん. The guests will decide how much they want to pay for the experience when they check out! Despite not having a fixed rate, the service and food quality is still top notch!

Annalakshmi at Chinatown Point(It is closed now, but will be moving to Central Square #01-04 by Mid June). It is an Indian Vegetarian Restaurant, which has a similar concept! The varieties depend on the Chefs(volunteers) for the day. Here you can try family recipes, which have been passed down through the generations and dishes which are not found in most Indian restaurants. It is buffet style with a wide variety of dishes including desserts! And the best part is that there is unlimited servings of Masala Tea, Lassi(Sweet, Salty, Fruit flavours) & Lime Juice!

This place is usually quite crowded, so please make a booking or you will have to queue. This is not a place for a long chit chat with friends, once done with your meal, please vacate your table for another hungry diner.

Please support them when they re-open in Mid June at Central Square #01-04 (near Ministry of Manpower at Havelock Road)

The other arm of this eatery is at:
104, Amoy Street, Near Far East Square
Near Tanjong Pagar or Raffles Place MRT
Phone: 6223 0809
Monday to Saturday: 11am to 3pm

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Kulfi Bar at Little India

Mikoan Vegetarian Restaurant 彌光庵 : Kyoto

Since we are on the topic of Vegetarian Food, I decided to write a post on Mikoan A hole in the wall establishment serving traditional Zen vegetarian food 精進料理 (shoujin ryori) in Kyoto. Shoujin Ryori is usually served in a temple, so if you are in Kyoto why not take this opportunity to sample it? This joint is run by a nun and her mum who are strong advocates of promoting tasty vegetarian dishes to the general public.







Even when you order the same set as your partner, both of you will be served different side dishes.




Itadakimasu (いただきます) Let's Eat!

Getting There
彌光庵 (Mikoan)
〒600-8032 京都市下京区寺町通四条下ル中之町570
570 Nakano-cho, Teramachi-dori, Shijo-saguru, Kyoto
To find the shop go down Teramachi from Shijo. The lane is beside a departmental store. You will pass a Japanese Fruit Shop on the left, go further down the street and Mikoan is on the right.


Opening Hours
17:00-23:00 on Weekdays
12:00-23:00 on Saturdays
12:00-20:00 on Sundays and Holidays

Three Virtues Vegetarian Restaurant: Hong Kong

No trip to Hong Kong will be complete without a visit to the Big Buddha, Po Lin Monastery and Wisdom Path on Lantau Island. More often than not most tourists will purchase a ticket which allows them to view the museum inside the Buddha and have a vegetarian meal at Po Lin Monastery.





Getting there:
Take the MTR Tung Chung Line to Tung Chung Station, then take New Lantau Bus No. 23 to Ngong Ping (approx 50 minutes)

Monastery Opening Hours: 09:00 to 18:00
Big Buddha Opening Hours: 10:00 to 18:00
Vegetarian Meals will be served from 11:30 to 17:00
Enquiries: (852)2985 5248

You might also be interested in
1) Citygate Shopping Mall
2) Tai O

Omakase is a word in the Japanese language, which roughly translates as "it's up to you" - The dishes are decided by the Chef. Poh Lin Monastery runs on the same concept. The only choice that diners have is the type of set meal they want: Deluxe or Basic. The dishes are pre-set by the Chefs.


Though I have read good reviews of the Vegetarian Restaurant at Poh Lin Monastery online. In my opinion this dining establishment somewhat resembles a fast food chain. The dishes are served in a rapid manner and lunch there felt like a hurried affair! The food isn't bad, but there is nothing special about it.


If you have a craving for Vegetarian food but you are just too lazy to head to the Big Buddha. Why not try THREE VIRTUES VEGETARIAN RESTAURANT? We arrived at the restaurant around 1.30pm and it was still very full! We had to wait close to 1/2 an hour for a table! My friend told me that this restaurant is a popular eating joint for the locals. It is advisable to make a reservation first, if you plan to head there for lunch or dinner. There is bound to be something for everyone with its extensive Vegetarian menu - Dim Sum or Ala Carte Dishes.






Location in Hong Kong:
1) 1/F, 395 King's Road, North Point, Hong Kong Tel: 28561333
2) Shop D, G/F & 4/f, JD Mall, 233-239 Nathan Road, Jordan, Kowloon Tel: 36221888

Shoppaholics Listen Up
There is an Esprit Factory Outlet at North Point too and I felt that it was much better than the one at Citygate Shopping Mall! If you are looking for size 32 or 34, there is a higher chance of finding that size at the North Point or Mong Kok outlet.
*3/F METROPOLE INTERNATIONAL DEPARTMENT STORE, 416-426 KING'S ROAD, NORTH POINT
*SHOP A & B, BASEMENT, HOLLYWOOD PLAZA, 610 NATHAN ROAD, MONGKOK
A list of Factory Outlets in Hong Kong

Kulfi Bar: Little India

Kulfi originated from India and Pakistan and it is their version of ice cream! Most of the Kulfi shops serve exotic flavours such as Lychee & Banana. This is to meet the demand for newer variations, in addition to the traditional flavours. Traditionally in India and Pakistan, Kulfi is sold by street vendors.


Unlike Western ice cream, which is scooped from a tub and served as a spherical ball. All around the world, Kulfi is frozen in molds or tubs and it is served in different shapes and sizes. The texture of the ice cream is another difference between the two. Western ice cream is soft, therefore you can spoon it into your mouth immediately. Whilst Kulfi is much harder and that explains why it is usually served in small pieces. So that you can just pop a piece into your mouth. This is just a simplified explanation of their differences, therefore do visit an India Restaurant or Kulfi Bar to try out this cooler -


I decided to pop into the Kulfi Bar at Little India, to escape from the scorching heat.



*Vegetarian can eat Kulfi because it is not made of egg.
Address:
15 Upper Dickson Road
Closest MRT Station: Little India


A must try on the menu is local fruit flavoured Kulfi: Mango and Lychee Obsession garnished with nuts. I feel that it deserves 4/5 stars even though I dislike Mango!



Traditional Flavour: It has an intense taste and aroma of a cross between Cinnamon and Ginger. Don't bother ordering this flavour if you dislike the taste of these two spices! This Kulfi is made with Cardamom (A plant part of Ginger Family)



Possible Places to visit at Little India:
1) Mustapha Centre - A Shopper's Paradise
145 Syed Alwi Rd
207704
6295 5855
Subway: Farrer Park
2) India Temples eg: Sri Veerama-Kaliammann Temple/Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple
If you happen to be in Singapore in Mid January, do catch the Indian Festival Thaipusa It is an annual procession by Hindu devotees offering thanks to celebrate Lord Subrahmanya triumph over evil
Venue: Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple
3) Little India's Art Belt
4) Tekka Market