Tim Ho Wan

Tim Ho Wan, the hole-in-the-wall eatery in Hong Kong that defied all odds to gain an entry in the Michelin guide, has finally arrived in Singapore. Its dim sum have won the plaudits of food critics and the hearts of epicureans around the world. Now without having to hop on a plane, local aficionados can savour the famed Baked Bun with BBQ pork: the marquee dish that transformed the eatery into a mecca! The pork buns are enticing and here is why: the exterior is crumbly and fluffy and the inside barbecued pork with oozing sauce boasts a sweet-salty taste. The pork buns make up one-fourth of the Big 4 Heavenly Kings. The remaining three, the Steamed Egg Cake, Vermicelli Roll with Pigs Liver and Pan Fried Carrot Cake are also available at the local branch. The egg cake is light and spongy, with a nice caramelised taste to boot. The vermicelli roll with pigs liver is an interesting take on the traditional dish. The vermicelli roll has a velvety texture while the fresh pigs live...