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Oomphatico’s serves a whole range of food from all over the world – all the recipes of which were concocted by Lara “Jay” He-quet, the cafe’s manager and creator, when she travelled around the world.

Most of the ingredients used are organic, as Jay believes that “organic is good for you [and your] body”. Her food also has gluten and dairy-free options for those with allergies.

Try the two signature drinks at Oomphatico’s – the “Joy Juice” ($7.50) and “Macabanana” ($8.50). The “Joy Juice” is made of shaved ice topped with jelly and sweet syrup. It’s very sweet and flavourful. Definitely a “pick-me-up” after a long day at work! If it’s too sweet for you, you can mix the drink thoroughly with the ice.

The “Macabanana” was a beautiful surprise. Macadamia nuts are pulverised with bananas to make a thick and creamy smoothie. For those who prefer a not-so-sweet drink, this is definitely your beverage. The macadamia nuts give an interesting kick to the smoothie.

The “Khao Phad Supparod” ($18.50) is essentially just pineapple rice. Pineapple rice usually has a strong sour taste due to the pineapples. This dish, however, has a milder taste, which is a pleasant suprise and definitely pleasing to the palate. Other than pineapple, the rice is chock-full of flavour from the raisins, cashew nuts, fresh prawns, chicken chunks and chicken floss.

Oomphatico’s pizzas are much better than those you find in fast-food chains. The “Mighty Meat Pizza” ($16.50) has an extremely thin crust that’s topped with beautifully smoked pork sausages, mozzarella cheese and chopped mint leaves for that extra “oomph”.

Recommended by Jay and fellow diners is the “Pancake Lasagne” ($14.50). The lasagne noodles are made round and they sandwich a meat sauce that is topped with pesto and sour cream. It’s relatively light so you don’t feel bloated after eating an entire serving by yourself.

Overall, eating at Oomphatico’s is delightful - the ambience is great and the place is beautifully furnished with whimsical pieces of furniture. However, it can be difficult to get the waiter and even more challenging to ensure that they follow up on your requests.

OOMPHATICO’S Address:
163 Tanglin Road
Tanglin Mall #01-03 & #01-35/36
Tel: 67339088

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