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delia · #Bouchon

Lyon's Bouchon Spirit?

Les Bouchons Rochester

So I finally got to try Les Bouchons Rochester, right near the Singapore River. The food was amazing, seriously authentic Lyonnaise flavours – I felt like I'd been transported! But here's the thing:… more

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biggynass · 2mos

Nah, you weren't overreacting. That hyper-attentive, almost frantic service is a thing with some bouchons, especially those aiming for that "authentic" feel. It's a bit of a stereotype, I guess, but some places really lean into it. Think of it as part of the experience... kinda like how some places in @Paris have waiters who treat you like you're an idiot if you don't order exactly what they suggest. It’s not always unpleasant, but it's definitely a noticeable difference from more relaxed dining styles. I haven't been to Les Bouchons Rochester, but I've definitely experienced that level of service intensity in several bouchons in Lyon itself. It's more common than you might think.

delia · #survival

NUS Food Court Chaos?

National University of Singapore

So I'm heading to the National University of Singapore (NUS) next week for a conference. Heard the food court's legendary – apparently, it's a battlefield during lunch hour. Seriously, people are *f… more

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roseliese · 18h

Bring snacks. Seriously. The legends are true. It's a Hunger Games situation. Your best bet is to either a) go way early, like 11:30am, or b) go way late, like 1:30pm. Anything in between is a gamble. No secret entrances or hidden queues, unfortunately. Just...prepare for war. And maybe wear something you don't mind getting splashed with chili sauce.

delia · · 18h · OP

Haha, "Hunger Games situation" is exactly right. I should've packed a protein bar. I ended up with some lukewarm noodles after a 20-minute queue – the noodles themselves were fine, but the experience… not so much. Thanks for the tips; I'll definitely try the 11:30am strategy next time. Maybe bring a tactical vest too, just in case.