| Making quite a buzz since its opening in Marina Square | | | | packs in the punch with its light creamy texture, which |
| in the month of June 2006, this Japanese restaurant | | | | had bits of beef within, and traces of subtle spiciness |
| has grown from strength to strength. Azabu Sabo is | | | | which will please any palate. |
| part of a successful chain of Japanese Restaurants | | | | The main draw – The Japanese Sweets, Eats and |
| that has its origins from the funky street of Azabu in | | | | Tea |
| Shinjuku district, where its flagship outlet was opened, | | | | Known for its dazzling dessert selection, an experience |
| and has since expanded to 59 outlets in Japan , Hong | | | | in Azabu Sabo is not complete till you have savoured |
| Kong , Taiwan and finally Singapore . The essence of | | | | the authentic Japanese treats that have made this |
| Azabu Sabo lies in its Hokkaido-inspired recipes and | | | | teahouse so well-received. The weight and |
| style, with the chefs from all the countries working | | | | health-conscious need not fret as the desserts made |
| together to maintain a unified yet creative front. That | | | | daily in the kitchens of Azabu Sabo are all low in fat, |
| means that local diners here will be able to share the | | | | sugar as well as cholesterol. I recommend the |
| same culinary experience as those dining in Japan , | | | | Japanese rice-cake with top-grade red bean paste |
| Hong Kong or Taiwan . | | | | that is soaked in caramel and sprinkled with a coating |
| Its décor shows an accurate illustration of what is | | | | of golden flour, as well as a scoop of their famous |
| happening in Japan now; with contemporary features | | | | green tea ice-cream served in a bowl of dumplings |
| being juxtaposed against classical elements. As a | | | | and red bean paste, both just $6.50 each. The strong |
| result, traditional paintings and motifs of old Japan are | | | | aromas of the green tea ice-cream complemented |
| spotted alongside a fully lacquered crimson flooring, | | | | the sweetness of the Hokkaido red beans very well, |
| white leather seats and red metallic tables. The energy | | | | which was altogether neutralized by the subtly |
| of Azabu Sabo is loud without being overwhelming, | | | | flavoured dumplings that proved to be an excellent |
| which has attracted a rather youthful crowd of | | | | combination of tastes. Those in favour of something a |
| Singaporeans, particularly favoured by the women, to | | | | little more different should choose from a range of |
| being regular patrons of this teahouse. | | | | different flavours of ice-cream that is served atop a |
| The selection offered here very much follows the | | | | warmly grilled Hokkaido sweet potato. In addition, do |
| style of Hokkaido , with all the ingredients air flown | | | | not miss out on trying their creamy and rich green tea |
| from Hokkaido regularly every week to maintain its | | | | or black sesame milkshakes made fresh daily, priced |
| freshness and authenticity. There is no compromise or | | | | at $6.50 each. |
| leeway given to the quality that this teahouse has set | | | | It is easy to understand why this place has gained |
| for itself. Under the care of a Japanese executive | | | | popularity in such a short time after its opening. Having |
| chef, the team of chefs in the kitchen whips up a | | | | made its name around its large selection of light |
| range of appetizers, bento, ramen, udon and salads. | | | | desserts, Azabu Sabo has successfully inaugurated a |
| An interesting option to try out would be the Hirahira | | | | refreshing novelty concept for the locals that is so |
| Udon Tounyu Jitate ($11.80), which is a dish of soft and | | | | easy to love. It is worth noting that a Japanese |
| tender handmade noodles that comes with chicken | | | | ice-cream specialist has been specially brought into |
| and peeled hairy crab, all served in a wholesome bowl | | | | Singapore just to create the soft and creamy textured |
| of soya bean milk. This was certainly praiseworthy as | | | | ice-creams that have made this teahouse so popular |
| the combination of tastes that was afforded was | | | | amongst the young and old alike. Besides its exquisite |
| excellent, and especially recommended for people | | | | selection of quality Hokkaido ice-cream and desserts, |
| who have a penchant for soy products. Also, do try | | | | Azabu Sabo has also proven to be rather apt in |
| the omelette curry ($14) that is generously served | | | | offering a suitably sumptuous lunch or dinner affair, |
| over a large portion of Japanese rice and comes | | | | with a focus on health and wellness, for its patrons to |
| accompanied with a bowl of salad. Their curry truly | | | | enjoy a well-rounded dining experience. |