I remembered that we did not make our reservations and ended up waiting for about an hour as the queue was very long. Well, that was fine since we were craving for some breakfast food. I can't recall why we did not make our reservations back then, but it gave us a good opportunity to explore Mandarin Gallery.
Now, making reservations with Wild Honey is very simple. Just go to their homepage and click "Drop by" to make an online reservation. Oh, this blog post is only on the Wild Honey located at Mandarin Gallery as I have not been to its other branch at Scotts Square. Also, it is based on my personal views as a paying customer.
This round, I brought hubby to celebrate our ROM anniversary. And of course, I made reservation because of my previous experience. Hmm, maybe because its floor area is much larger now, or perhaps we went on a weekday morning, Wild Honey seemed pretty empty when we were there. Not that empty until there are no customers. But, it was empty enough not to make a reservation beforehand.
The ambience is one where you will feel relaxed especially (I feel) if you pick a window seat which overlooks the Orchard road with its lush roadside greeneries. Interior looked cosy because of all the couches, carpentry, and the (halogen) warm coloured lightings.
We ordered Moroccan Rose Tea, Portobello Road and Mexican. Our drink was served in a typical transparent tea pot. Truth is, I was slightly disappointed. I was imagining that it would be served in those pretty English teapot given the ambience. You know, those Victorian style ones? But luckily, the napkins looked pretty enough to distract me (so that add back some points).
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| Moroccan Rose Tea |
It is hard for me to choose between the two dishes as they are of very different style. Mexican has more zest and energy because of its spicy taste. I especially like the guacamole out of the three sauces, followed by red chamyo sauce. I am quite a potato lover, so this dish appeals to my palate.
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| Mexican |
Portobello Road is enchanting because the brioche, hollandaise sauce and the egg york from the poach egg are in perfect harmony. I have always wanted to taste Eggs Benedict after watching five seasons of MasterChef U.S.A., and Portobello Road is a pretty close answer to this craving. That's why to me, both are equally appetising and filling.
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| Portobello Road |
Hubby preferred Portobello Road because he is more of a mushroom lover (and he felt confused that the Mexican tasted more like an Indian cuisine). Oh well, at least he enjoyed the food there with a price that is befitting of its location. It is a passable change from our usual ROM anniversary dining venue, the Original Sin or iILdiDO.
Service wise, it is pretty standard though it could have been better if they had brought us a baby high chair without me opening my mouth for one. Apart from that, I would say that the servers were pretty attentive because they did not serve our dishes from where QW was seated. So, thumbs up for that.
Downside (from a parents' point of view), we did not see and was not offered a kids' menu. Also, they did not provide us with kids friendly cutlery (so I guessed they don't have it). In brief, not a very kid-friendly place. We did not bring snacks for QW as she was fed beforehand and would be fed her next meal when we get home. Also, if she needed some snacks, there is always free flow of breast milk available. Having said that, you might want to consider bringing some snacks/food for your kids. If you do bring, it might be a good idea to check whether they are fine with it before you get there.
Would I revisit again? Probably for special occasions and if I have cravings for some breakfast.
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