I AM BACK!!! and Brunch @ Hummerstons

The last time I posted was more than 3 months ago and anyone visiting would have thought this blog has died. Well, this is far from the truth.

It has been a hectic 3 months for me - balancing my new job (I'm interning at a crazy place), squeezing in time for my interests (e.g. planning trips) and basically getting used to the 9 - 6 lifestyle. As history has shown, I simply failed terribly. However, that's another story for another day. The fact is that I'm back and I'm here to stay :)


In the interim, I have many things that I would love to share, but I'll start of with the most recent one - my brunch at Hummerstons. It was the first meet-up for the upcoming USA 2012 trip gang and we decided on Hummerstons since most of us had a hankering for a good early brunch meal.

Most of the restaurants at Robertson Quay would spill over into the common square, leaving them to be very open and exposed (not really to my liking). Hummerstons, however, is tucked nicely on the 2nd floor, which means its far enough away from the crowd but not so far as to become too "ulu". The interior is simple yet spacious, good enough for large crowds coming in different group size.

It took us quite a while to decide what we want (we were definitely spoilt for choice) and we settled on everyone ordering different dishes so that we could all share (well, almost everyone). So here is what we ordered:

First up, Kelvin decided to order the Hummerston's Breakfast. The mega breakfast set with bacon, sausage, eggs and toast all in one. Because of its sheer quantity, its one of the more expensive dish at $24. However, its definitely worth it if you are undecided, really hungry or both.

Hummerston's Breakfast Set

Next, Dina ordered the Eggs Benedict. As Dina aptly puts it, this dish is usually THE dish to order in any all-day breakfast place, which I completely agree. However, the Eggs Benedict here is nothing to rave about. The eggs generally lacks seasoning and is a forgettable dish.

Eggs Benedict

Dawn and Sandy both decided to get truffle scrambled eggs. When the dish came, the truffle smell basically filled the entire table - so do not worry about not being able to taste the truffle at all. On first bite, I would say the truffle taste is a little overwhelming (almost replacing the scramble eggs) but the mushroom and homemade sausages were tasty. Be prepared to pay - price: $25

Truffle Scrambled Eggs

One of my personal favorites: Pancakes. Its fluffy goodness all in one plate! Put on the butter, syrup and the jam and we are good to go. We liked it so much that we ordered another one to share  (apart from the one Xiuli had).

Soft and Fluffy Pancakes

Last but not least is what I ordered - Breakfast Tostada: Grilled smoked pork and garlic sausages served with asparagus, scrambled eggs and crispy corn tortilla. I would definitely recommend this dish. An interesting mexican spin to the typical brunch menu, the homemade sausage was seasoned nicely and went well with the eggs.

Cripsy Tortilla with Eggs and Sausage

Overall, Hummerstons serves up a good all-day breakfast. Among all the dishes I have tasted so far, I would highly recommend the pancakes. The Breakfast Tostada would be an interesting choice for anyone steering clear of the usual. Prices range from $19 - $25 for the breakfast main courses.

The place itself is convenient for most yet elusive enough for a romantic date. Head in early for brunch as the crowd usually comes around 11.30 a.m during weekends.

Hummerstons
11 Unity Street #02-14, Robertson Walk
Singapore 237995

Tel: 84281620
https://www.facebook.com/Hummerstons

Tuesday - Friday: 12 pm - 12 am
Saturday - Sunday: 10 am - 12 am

Price Range: $$$ (out of 6 $)


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