Palate Pleasers N Tummy Teasers

Kushiyaki from the Heart | Nov 04th 2009

I always thought it silly to pay a premium for kushiyaki (charcoal-grilled skewers) when dining at Japanese restaurants, when you can get similar items at half the price from food kiosks that populate the basements of most malls. That was till I was convinced by a friend to check them out:

Specialising in charcoal-grilled skewers of everything from chicken and pork to seafood, their expertise is revealed in every bite of yummy, marinated meats Patience is probably key to the end product of grilled meats that retain a smoky flavour without being burnt.

*Papilles recommend Beef/Pork + Enoki Mushrooms/Asparagus. YUM

Interesting curry and yam flavoured salts for dipping. Papilles advise that these be used minimally, as the meats have been marinated and these flavoured salts do pack a pretty potent punch

A serving of Garlic Rice ($4.80) to go with our Kushiyaki:

Flavourful without being oily - just the way papilles like it

Fans of chilled noodles should check out their Hiyashi Umeshiso Udon/Soba (Chilled noodles in a light broth with sour plum and mulberry leaf). Light and refreshing, these make a good accompaniment to the slightly salty kushiyaki.

Dessert to end the meal on a sweet note:

Beautifully plated Kuro Goma Heaven ($7.80) - a scoop of black sesame ice-cream paired with their in-house black sesame cream and a chocolate wafer stick.

A meal like this is what papilles term cooking with the heart, true to the philosophy behind Shin Kushiya. More items on their menu can be found here.

Shin Kushiya

#02-120/1/2, Vivocity

1 Harbourfront Walk