There is no denying, Din Tai Fung boasts one of the most delicious fried rice in Singapore. Somehow, the chefs are able to dish out light and fluffy rice using minimal seasoning yet boasts amazing taste and fragrance. Although their signature rice dish is supposed to be the one with shrimps, we chose the Fried Rice with Pork Chop (排骨蛋饭) S$13++ which was very delicious too. The rice with its natural fragrance of the eggs and spring onions shines through minus the greasiness often associated with this type of dish. Best of all, no need to take gulps of water to wash away the dryness of the mouth from all the extra seasonings added. Simple pleasure is good too. And oh, the pork chop is tender and well-seasoned, went well with the rice.
These Steamed Sesame Buns (芝麻包) at S$5.40++ for 3s are rather smallish in size. But what they lack in size, the finely grinded black sesame seeds paste filling compensated with its fragrance.
Biting into these Steamed Red Bean Dumplings with Chocolate Lava (巧克力红豆沙小笼包) and the luscious lava of premium European chocolate and red bean paste oozes out of the delicate dumpling skin. These divine treats are priced at S$8.80++ for 6 pieces.
Had to wait for a while for this S$2++ Steamed Custard Bun (流沙包) to be served but it was well worth the wait. Gently peeling the soft, fluffy bun and out rushes a smooth and creamy flow of salted egg yolk goodness. The sweet and savoury golden lava filling glaze the palate with its rich smooth texture.
Overall, a good experience at Din Tai Fung (鼎泰豐), both service and food were excellent. There are still a number of food items on the menu I have yet to taste so I will be back again on another day.
