Fat Belly – The Uncommon Cuts Steakhouse [MEDIA INVITE]

Fat Belly (“FB”) is a community steakhouse in Bukit Timah serving delicious secondary cuts of steak, moreish sides and classic desserts. FB takes pride in its sourcing and butchery, working with a close-knit network of producers across the world for lesser-known cuts of beef, pork and more. Head Chef Spencer Lau embraces a minimalist philosophy, choosing only the finest meats for the Charcoal Grilled section of the menu, which are expertly grilled over charcoal, rested, sliced, and served.

Toasted Sourdough & Raclette Cheese

Our evening at FB starts with Toasted Sourdough [$6] & Raclette Cheese [$18]. The sourdough has a crisp texture externally, followed by a soft and bouncy texture in the middle. The raclette cheese has a gooey and stretchy texture. Together with the crispy bacon, the raclette is irresistible. A great start to the meal.

Toasted Sourdough

Raclette Cheese with Crispy Bacon

The Combo

For the drinks, I had the mocktail version of Hugo while my dining partner, Purple-Eats had Bodega Catena, Malbec 2021 (Argentina). My Hugo is refreshing and floral.

Hugo Mocktail & Bodega Catena Malbec

For the steak, we had Full Blood Wagyu MS 8/9 DENVER [$65] & American Wagyu MBS 6/7 PICANHA [$55].

American Wagyu MBS 6/7 PICANHA & 
Full Blood Wagyu MS 8/9 DENVER 

Full Blood Wagyu MS 8/9 DENVER 

American Wagyu MBS 6/7 PICANHA

The Denver steak is also known as boneless short rib. It is one of my favourite cuts in Korean BBQ joints due to its rich flavour and tender texture. Coming from Full Blood Wagyu MS 8/9, this cut has a lovely marbling. It is cooked perfectly to the point of medium rare, the Denver steak just melts in your mouth.

Full Blood Wagyu MS 8/9 DENVER - Medium Rare 

At FB, the steak is served with rock salt, royal mustard and roasted garlic. I had the Denver with a touch of salt and also with the tangy royal mustard. Both ways are just awesome. The baked garlic is sweet and packed with intense garlic flavour.

The American Wagyu MBS 6/7 Picanha is also a unique steak. Picanha cut is taken from the top of the rump also known as rump cap. This cut is commonly used in Churrascaria (Brazilian BBQ) because of its perfect balance between lean and fats. When grilled, the fat caps just melts and keep the lean part juicy.

American Wagyu MBS 6/7 PICANHA - Medium Rare

For the version at FB, it is cooked to the point of medium rare. It is juicy and tender, but don’t expect a melt-in-your-mouth sensation. Instead, you can expect a bit of bite / resilience in the steak.

For the side, Pomme Puree [$10] & Fried Brussels Sprouts [$14]. The pomme puree (mashed potatoes) is smooth and velvety, drizzled with extra-virgin olive oil for that extra flavour.

Pomme Puree

The brussel sprouts are seasoned with the exciting garum caramel (umami-laden sauce, filled with sweet, salty and savoury flavour). Through deep frying, the brussel sprouts deliver a blend of crispy and crunchy texture, followed by outrageous rich and complex flavour. WOW!!

Fried Brussel Sprouts

We end the meal with Signature Tiramisu [$14]. The texture is soft, light and packed with strong coffee flavour. It was so delicious; that I couldn’t stop scooping the tiramisu.

Signature Tiramisu

Overall, it was great to be back at Fat Belly and experience a superb secondary cut of steak. On top of that, the starters, sides and dessert are delish. A must-visit place for a steak lover. Cheers!!

All Day Ala Carte Menu

Thank you very much Protegie Consultancy and Team Fat Belly for the invitation.

Food & Drink: 9/10

Value: 8/10

Service: N/A (Tasting Invitation)

Ambiance: 8/10

Budget per Person: $51 - $80

Fat Belly

10 Jalan Serene

#01-04, Serene Centre

Singapore 258748

T: +65 6314 2247

W: https://www.fatbellysg.com/

F: https://www.facebook.com/fbgsingapore

IG: @Fatbellysg

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Mon – Thu: 11.00 – 16.00; 17.00 – 22.00

Fri: 11.00 – 16.00; 17.00 – 23.00

Sat: 11.00 – 23.00

Sun: 11.00 – 22.00

Menu Available Online

BBQ Under the Stars – BBQ Without The Smoke [MEDIA INVITE]

BBQ Under the Stars (“BUTS”) is an Italian barbeque concept launched by Chef Marcus, who founded the Rubato Group. This 5th concept by the Rubato Group uses a traditional Argentinian grill, known as Parrilla Grill, where the entire cooking process is fully fuelled by charcoal to achieve the unique smoky flavour of the grilled meats.

Parrilla Grill

We started our dinner with Fresh Oysters. It is fresh and briny, a good start to the meal. The clams are also fresh, plump and juicy, cooked with a dash of white wine. It will be good if we have some bread or garlic bread to dip into the broth.

Fresh Oysters

Clams

While we are waiting for our BBQ order, we proceed to the salad and finger food table. The potato salad is crunchy, creamy, and goes well with the fresh salad. The finger food that was offered on that night was chicken nuggets, breaded onion rings and fried boneless chicken.

Salad & Finger Food Table

Salads

Salad & Finger Food

Our first dish that come from the BBQ is the Arrosticini Abruzzesi (Giant Italian Skewers). The version at BUTS is made from giant chicken pieces. The exterior of the chicken pieces is nicely charred, followed by tender, well marinated and succulent flesh. It is barbequed to perfection.

Arrosticini Abruzzesi - Chicken

Arrosticini Abruzzesi - Chicken

Tuscan Ribeye Steak. Thinly sliced covered with gravy and served with mashed potatoes and vegetables. My first reaction is very salty due to the combination of the gravy plus the seasoned steak. The meat is also cooked passed the medium-rare point, making it a bit chewy. Luckily the mashed potatoes and vegetables help to reduce the saltiness.

Tuscan Ribeye Steak

We order another serving of the ribeye, without the gravy. It is better as the steak is already well seasoned, however, it is still overcooked. When the steak is thinly sliced, it is easy to overcook your steak on an open fire.

Tuscan Ribeye Steak

I like the BBQ pork ribs. It is fork tender and the meat easily falls of the bone. The sweetness of the marinate is just right, and it is better eaten using your fingers. The BBQ chicken mid-wings were plump and juicy. It is surprisingly good, although I would prefer it if they don’t serve it with chilli sauce.

BBQ Pork Ribs

BBQ Pork Ribs

The lobster is perfectly grilled. It has a charred exterior, yet the flesh remains juicy and bouncy with a hint of brininess. The same can be said about the prawns. It is grilled just right and we can taste the freshness of the prawns and the delightful bouncy texture.

Lobster

Prawns

Prawn - deshelled

The most surprising ingredients at BUTS are the mushroom dishes. LD and I enjoyed the barbequed King Oysters Mushrooms as it is juicy and packed with flavour. The mushroom pizza has a crispy crust, with a nice combination of mozzarella cheese and tomato sauce plus the sliced button mushroom. We finished the whole pizza. Yum

King Oyster Mushrooms

Mushroom Pizza

The mushrooms risotto is very tasty; however, I find the rice is a bit raw, not to the al-dente point.

Mushroom Risotto

For the desserts, we have Panna Cotta and Tiramisu. They are enjoyable; however, the Grilled Banana and Grilled Pineapples are the stars. I just can’t say no to grilled pineapples because of the combination of charred bitter flavour and sweet pineapple.

Panna Cota & Tiramisu

However, the grilled banana is just awesome. The banana is halved, coated with sugar and torched, creating a thin layer of crispy sugar and intensifying the flavour of the banana. Yummy!

Grilled Banana & Pineapple

Grilled Banana & Pineapple

BUTS have air-conditioned indoor seating and a covered outdoor seating area. Based on the current weather, I will choose the indoor. However, when the weather is cooler, I won’t mind seating outdoor.

Indoor Dining Area & The Bar

Outdoor Dining Area

Overall, we enjoyed the barbeque food offered by BUTS. It provided a good spread of options and we don’t come out smelling like barbeque meat. We recommend the oysters, lobster, mushroom dishes and grilled banana. Cheers!!

BBQ Under the Stars

When: Mon – Sun, 11.00 – 23.00

BBQ Lunch last order 15.00, BBQ Dinner last order 22.00

Price starts from $41.90++ per pax.

For Reservation: Call 9190 8258 or https://tinyurl.com/BBQUTSreservations

Food Menu

Drink Menu

Thank you very much Protegie and BBQ Under the Stars for the invitation.

Food & Drink: 7/10

Value: 7.25/10

Service: N/A (Tasting Invitation)

Ambiance: 7/10

Budget per Person: $26 - $50; $51 - $80

BBQ Under the Stars

100 Turf Club Road

Singapore 287992

T: +65 9190 8258

F: https://www.facebook.com/bbqunderthestars

IG: @bbqunderthestars

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Mon – Fri: 17.00 – 23.00

Sat – Sun: 11.00 – 23.00

Meat N’ Chill – 8th Year Anniversary A la Carte Buffet [MEDIA INVITE]

Meat N’ Chill celebrates its 8th year anniversary by throwing All-You-Can-Feast A la carte buffet with free flow of Hofbrau beer. This LIMITED TIME ONLY anniversary barbeque buffet will showcase Meat N’ Chill (‘MNC’) Signature dishes for you to savour.

Known for its succulent ribs and gourmet steaks, MNC is also not shy with its serving portions for its main meals.

Here is the short version of the menu for the All-You-Can-Feast A la carte buffet:

Mains: Smoked Duck, Picanhas Steak, The Meanest Pork Ribs in Town, 14-hour Smoked Brisket, Pork Belly and Australia Grass Fed Striploin Minute Steak.

Sides: Grilled Pineapple, Grilled Shrimp, Sausage, Mac n Cheese, Grilled Bread, Garden Salad, Cherry Tomatoes, Buttered Corn and Truffle Fries.

Drinks Hofbrau Beer or water.

We have tried the pork ribs at MNC a few times already. It is well-marinated, tender and succulent with a bouncy bite to it. The texture of the meat is not soft and mushy, instead, it has a nice bounciness to it. Just the way LD like her bbq pork ribs. The sauce is sweet with a solid tanginess to it.

BBQ Pork Ribs, Minute Steak & Grilled Pineapple

For the steak, we both picked the Picanhas Steak compare to Australia Grass Fed Striploin Minute Steak. Both of the steaks are cooked to the point of medium rare, however, the tender and juicy texture of the picanhas steak won us over. The minute steak is harder and will need more chewing.

Smoked Duck & Picanhas Steak

Picanhas Steak

The 14-hour smoked brisket is just irresistible. The cut of the brisket is thick and it delivers that Melts-In-Your-Mouth sensation, infused with the smoky flavour. #Beefgasm. Must Order!

14-Hour Smoked Brisket

14-Hour Smoked Brisket

Moving to the sides, we strongly recommend grilled shrimp. It is crunchy, lightly seasoned and perfectly cooked. We wanted to order more, but looking at the dishes crowding the table, we exercise restraint.

Grilled Shrimp

Mac n Cheese, loaded with bacon, mushroom and more cheese. It is delicious, but the downside is it only come in one size which is big. Better if you come in a big group to share this.

Mac N Cheese

The sausages are tender and juicy, while the grilled pork belly is a bit hard to our liking. I prefer my pork belly to be thick and slowly grilled over the fire to let the fats melt.

Pichanhas Steak, Sausages & Pork Belly

I always like to have grilled pineapple when consuming huge amount of meat. Not only it is good as a palate cleanser, but it also helps to minimise the “jelakness” from all the fats. The cherry tomato marinated with balsamic vinegar also provided a well-balanced side dish for the buffet. Served chilled, the sweetness of the tomatoes is enhanced with herbs, olive oil and balsamic vinegar dressing. LD simply love their tomatoes so much that she tried to ‘fish’ out from Chef.

Grilled Pineapple & Marinated Tomatoes

The truffle fries have a crispy exterior followed by a soft interior, but it can be better if MNC added a bit more shaved cheese on top. The grilled bread brings a nostalgic feel of traditional coffee shop Western food, of course, the version here is much better.

Grilled Bread, Truffle Fries, Ketchup, Buttered Corn and Garden Salad

The Garden salad is fresh and simple, while the buttered corn can do with more charred in it.

To spice up the dishes, you will be served different sauces such as mushroom sauce, red wine, bbq sauce, ketchup and salt flakes.

Not forgetting the Free-Flow of Hofbrau beer.

Hofbrau Beer with The Spread
Image Credit: Meat N' Chill

Overall, the All-You-Can-Feast A la carte buffet allows us to try out different signature dishes by Chef Bruce in MNC. It is available for limited time only. So don’t miss out on it. Cheers!!

Meat N’ Chill All-You-Can-Feast A la Carte Buffet

When: From 27 April 2023 (Limited Time Only)

Day: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday Only

Time: 12.00 – 14.00; 17.00 – 20.30 (By Reservation Only)

Price: $59.90++

Thank you very much Protegie and Meat N’ Chill Team for hosting us.

Food & Drink: 7.75/10

Value: 7.5/10

Service: N/A (Media Invite)

Budget per Person: $51 - $80

Meat N’ Chill – Steak N’ Ribs Restaurant

805 Bukit Timah Road

#01-04. 6th Avenue Centre.

Singapore 279883

T: +65 8812 4455

W: https://meatnchill.com/

F: https://www.facebook.com/meatnchill/

IG: @Meatnchill

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Tue – Sun: 11.30 -14.30; 17.00 - 21.00

Closed on Monday.

Menu available online