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Handmade YTF & shiok MSG-free curry noodles at new hawker stall by former DoDo fishball employee
I was out and about in the Lavender area the other day when Curry Craft caught my eye. A quick sweep of its menu and the curry noodle lover in me knew I'd have to return soon. Nestled in the coffeeshop right behind ICA, Curry Craft is a fresh face serving a tantalising variety of yong tau foo platters, curry noodles and even curry hotpots. The draw? Handmade ingredients and MSG-free goodness — as its friendly owner, Mr Paul Lim, enthusiastically shared with me. This stall marks the Ipoh-hailing towkay's first hawker venture, though it's far from his first foray into F&B. Once an employee of famed fishball manufacturer, DoDo, Paul wields plenty of experience in the yong tau foo department — a speciality he's now brought over to Curry Craft. Staying true to those roots, he and his team use DoDo fish paste in their ingredients, which they meticulously assemble fresh every day. Paul also confided that business hasn't been the most ideal since their 1 Aug opening, although he's heartened to see that they've welcomed returnees — many of them elderly folk who enjoy the simple yet delicious fare. To sweeten the deal, they offer 10% discounts to Pioneer and Merdeka Generation Cardholders. The main attraction of Curry Craft's menu would have to be their noodle dishes, topped with a medley of yong tau foo plus your choice of protein. First, choose from 7 options: Signature (S$5.80 Small, S$7.80 Large), Fish (S$7.80), Beef (S$8.80), Mutton (S$8.80), Mussels (S$9.80), Scallops (S$13.80) and Prawn (S$9.80). Then, pick your style: Curry, Clear Soup, Dry or Dry (Spicy). My first dish of the day was a S$5.80 bowl of their Signature with Yellow Noodles. Each portion also comes with an additional choice of handmade yong tau foo, and I opted for an additional slice of Fried Bean Curd. I was thoroughly impressed by the curry broth, which was aromatic, flavourful and packed a satisfying spice. And might I reiterate: no MSG! I unapologetically downed spoonfuls without having to reach for water. The yellow noodles were the perfect match for the gravy, each chewy strand cloaked in that fragrant goodness. The ingredients came in a generous portions too, my favourites being the soft yet springy handmade fishballs and crispy tau kee sheets stuffed with tasty fish paste. The spongy tau pok also came to be my bestie — a flavour bomb that soaked up the gravy like a charm. Next up was a bowl of Beef (S$8.80), which I had Dry (Spicy). While the Curry was plenty addictive (and very tempting), I paired it with a bowl of Clear Soup on the side for good measure. It was no surprise I enjoyed the mee tai bak noodles. The stubby tendrils held a nice bite, made even better by the sweet-savoury sauce mixture. The magic? Paul adds a dash of shallot oil to a base of curry paste in this one. No wonder. While I'm guilty of neglecting clear soup, this one sure punched above my expectations. Save for the grassy notes from the taugeh sprinkled within, it had a pleasant natural sweetness that I'd say anyone with a penchant for lighter flavours would enjoy. Like its Curry counterpart, it was stocked with yong tau foo — this round's choice being a hefty slab of Eggplant crowned with a neat layer of fish paste. The beef shabu slices, though a tad overcooked, also lent a nice meaty chew to the soup. Finally, I can't go without giving Curry Craft's house-made chilli a shoutout. Spicy and sweet, it made the perfect dip for the yong tau foo pieces. 'I want the food I serve to reflect the effort and heart I put into the work,' Paul says, and I sure vouch for it. Take this as your sign to swing by and try their gobsmacking fare for yourself. No regrets, I promise, and I'll certainly be back for more myself. 11 best local & Malaysian-style curry mee spots in Singapore The post Handmade YTF & shiok MSG-free curry noodles at new hawker stall by former DoDo fishball employee appeared first on
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28-05-2025
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Opera unveils Neon, a web browser with agentic AI capabilities built in
Opera has announced a new web browser named Neon, which it claims is designed to redefine how users interact with the internet through integrated AI workflows. Unlike traditional browsers, Neon is built from the ground up to assist with complex digital tasks such as coding for websites and games, filling out forms, and shopping. The browser will be available via a subscription plan, but pricing has not yet been disclosed. What is Opera Neon? According to the company, Opera Neon is an agentic browser designed to understand a user's intent and assist with their digital tasks. It aims to help users complete their objectives while enabling new possibilities through AI-supported exploration. The browser introduces three key features—Chat, Do, and Make—accessible from buttons on its sidebar. Chat The Chat function is a conversational AI chatbot that can search the web, answer questions, and provide contextual information about pages being viewed. It serves as a smart companion to help users more efficiently consume and understand online content. Key features: Do Do is powered by Opera's Browser Operator AI agent, introduced in March. It enables users to carry out practical tasks like filling forms, booking trips, and managing administrative actions directly within the browser. This AI runs locally, with a focus on privacy and speed. Key features: Autonomous web interaction Smart task delegation User-controlled functionality Make The Make feature uses a cloud-based virtual machine, enabling tasks to continue even when the user goes offline. With a simple text prompt, users can instruct the browser to generate websites, games, code snippets, reports, and more. It supports multitasking, allowing several workflows to run simultaneously. Key features: Autonomous task execution Multi-tool intelligence Replayable workflows
