This week I was joined by my friend Dave Hogan for my weekly visit to the Moomba Tuckshop. Unfortunately he was swayed by my glowing opinion of the Roast Beef from last week and didn’t add another sandwich to review, so I ordered a half portion salad as well this week to cover more ground.

This week I sampled the Tea Smoked Chicken on the Onion and Sage loaf (9SGD). The bread was pressed and heated (without prompting from me). The chicken was super tender and moist and I believe the sandwich featured the same mayo mustard from last week’s Roast Beef. I have to say this is another winner. Maybe I’m more of a sauce guy than bread and meat guy with sandwiches?

careful, this is a slightly messy sandwich

Dave loved the Roast Beef. We both however struggled with the sauces. They didn’t volunteer any napkins at the register so I had to go back in and get some as both sandwiches were a bit juicy – so be careful if eating in your work clothes!

For my half salad I went with the trendy Quinoa and Tuna. The salad featured quinoa, tuna, green beans, olives, and tomatoes. It was definitely healthy and still managed to provide some flavor. The tuna was a touch on the “too-fishy” side of the spectrum for my tastes though. It was nearing the end of lunch so maybe it starts the day fresher? It was still a nice healthy option.

For dessert pastry this week I ordered the Chocolate Tart. I was on the fence about ordering this or the Macadamia Nut Tart. As I was walking back to my table outside I was regretting the choice as the edges were looking really dry. My fears proved unwarranted however  as the tart was very rich and moist. The strawberries on top added a nice touch – I mean it’s obvious but strawberries and chocolate just work together

The Moomba Tuckshop

Bank of China Building #B1-01
4 Battery Road
Phone: 6536 5235
Raffles Place

Hey all,

This week Joanna joined me for my weekly Moomba Tuckshop series. Since she joined we were able to cover two sandwiches this week.

The problem with running a food blog is sometimes you have to order things you wouldn’t normally… or in this case order separate things for maximum coverage. Both Joanna and I were eyeing the Veggie sandwich. The description just sounded fresh and healthy. Being a gentleman I changed to the Roast Beef.

Sometimes being a gentleman really pays off. Though a kind of thin, unappealing sandwich in photos, the Roast Beef was full of flavor… thanks in no small part to the mustard mayonnaise or whatever it is. On the menu its referred to as a mustard mayonnaise…normally I’m not a fan of mustard, but this was smooth and flavorful, with an appropriately small bite to it. The sauce worked well with the caramelized onions. I chose the walnut loaf for my bread and everything just worked well.

Joanna went with the Vegibite with Portabello Mushrooms. The sandwich was refreshingly varied in flavors and textures for a veggie sandwich. It’s nice to find a suitable healthy sandwich that doesn’t remind you with every bite that it’s healthy

We split a Walnut Carrot Cake to finish the lunch off. Looking at the pastry in the window I didn’t even see the carrot cake thanks to the heaping portion of walnuts on top. The walnuts were a bit too sugary for me if I have to nitpick (I don’t, but am choosing to) and again the cake portion was a bit dry with the same consistency of the chocolate muffin from last week. So it must be the flour or some other common ingredient used in their pastries. It’s not bad in flavor, but it’s definitely something enjoyed with a glass of milk.

I was a lot happier with both sandwiches this week for the money. Great value and taste – I think both were right at 9 SGD.

The Moomba Tuckshop

Bank of China Building #B1-01
4 Battery Road
Phone: 6536 5235
Raffles Place