Thursday, June 4, 2009

Dhoby Xchange

Where to go after a nice relaxing 10-minute massage? Well, after TT Quick Massage has warmed you up and as you sit there sipping your hot cup of cooling tea, let your eyes wander to just outside the kiosk.

Located in the centre of Dhoby Xchange, is JustAcia - your destination for noodles & rice set meals from $5.90 onwards. Being the Budget Couple we are, we'll of course take the $5.90 sets. But regardless of which set meal you choose, you'll have free-flow of cappuccino, soft drinks, and ice-cream!

Although there's no service charge, GST applies. Seats and tables take a little while to find as the place is often crowded, especially on weekends. What's more, seats really do take a while to find because JustAcia is all over Dhoby Xchange! It's hard to tell where it ends and where another food outlet begins, so just follow the directions of the staff.

If free-flow average-tasting ice-cream is not to your liking for dessert, we've got another great place for you to try out. It's called P. Osh, an all black-and-white shop that specializes in brownies. Depending on the topping you choose, prices per slice range around $3.00.

Okay, so that's not cheap, but it's still a good deal because they are oh so yummy! The free samples served by the promoter just outside the kiosk are just the tip of the iceberg, or rather, the base, of the brownie, that is. But what really kicks in P. Osh brownies are really the toppings, available in 11 different flavours.

The most popular ones are the Triple Chocolate and the Marshmallow, but we are a little picky. I, Ms Budget, only like milk chocolate, so we often ask the staff to sell us a customised slice of brownie with just melted milk chocolate topping. You can choose your own, of course, and the staff are always happy to oblige.

I, Mr Budget, was initially skeptical of the brownies, but the moment Ms Budget popped one piece dripping with chocolate into my mouth, my face melted into ecstasy.

Though P. Osh is a little beyond what we usually call 'budget', it's a must-try when you're here. One slice for two people is usually enough. Too much and you tend to get gelak (italics) (sick of the rich flavour).

How to get there:
JustAcia is located at #B1-45 to 50, while P. Osh can be found at #B1-40 of Dhoby Xchange, which is located just above the exit of the North-South line of Dhoby Ghaut MRT station.

P. Osh can be found at #B1-40 of the same place.

Have fun!

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