The Five Spoons: The top 5 hits from Thousand Deli

By Walter Ng

Attention to everyone and especially those residing in the north!

There is a new bakery that just opened doors to its customers about a few weeks ago and it's named, "Thousand Deli" !

So you may ask, why is this bakery so special? Follow me, as i tell you why!

#1 Situated in the MRT station and easy to be spotted

Now, what beats having a bakery that is located right in the MRT station? Imagine if you are tired from work/ school the whole day and just wanna grab a bite while on your way home, this bakery may satisfy that tummy of yours! (It's fast and convenient, from observation, during peak hours it only takes me 3 minutes to queue and purchase all my bread, now this bakery is simply efficient.)

Next, you would ask me, "Why Thousand Deli?" (there is so many other good bakeries around right?)

This brings me to my next point:

#2 Quality product at economic prices

That's right. While the other bakeries in Singapore is selling their breads at $1.20-$1.80, Thousand Deli fixed their products mainly at $0.90 (for most breads) and the lowest at $0.60.

Now, with all the inflation going on, prices is definitely a sensitive issue to many Singaporeans (including me)! Thus, by offering quality products at such a low price to satisfy the consumers, i felt this way a good move from Thousand Deli. Way to go!

Follow me, as i do a quick review on the top 5 selections from Thousand Deli!

(Order is not according to rankings)

1) Cheese Stick

Cheesy interior, though the cheese could not be seen from the photograph, but when eaten, you could taste the aroma that spreads forth from the bread and it does have a cheesey taste as the name suggests. (3 stars)

2) Golden Sands Bun (Liu Sha Bun)

A popular tim sum dish, the owner intelligently used the idea of the traditional Liu Sha (custard) and use it in his buns. A good custard bun (also known as Liu Sha Bao) has a soft pillowy dough which is filled with egg custard and salted duck egg’s yolk. For only a mere $0.90, this bun is definitely a good catch for all. (3.5 stars)

3) Japanese Cheese Bun

One of my favourites, this Japanese Cheese Bun would definitely satisfy the cravings of you cheese lovers. The owners are generous with the fillings of the cheese and place much emphasis on the texture of the bun. It is soft and smooth when touched and definitely tastes good when complimenting with the Japanese Cheese. (4 stars)

4) Coffee Mexico Bun

This would be familar to all Singaporeans, the coffee bun that could be found in almost every bakery Singapore. The famous coffee bun. However, for a price of $0.90, it definitely beats its competitors hands down with its crispy crust and buttery fillings. (3.5 stars)

5) Polo Char Siew

They always say, "save the best for the last". And while there are many good selections from Thousand Deli, you definitely would not want to miss my personal favourite. The Polo Char Siew! This crispy one of a kind win the other selections hands down with its buttery and crispy crust as well as generous filling of the char siew. Why spend $4 to $5 on a Char Siew timsum when you can get the bun of the same standard (or bigger) at a mere cost of $0.90? This Polo Char Siew is a must try for everybody that is thinking of patrornising this bakery at Khatib. (4.5 stars)

Conclusion: With most buns priced at $0.90 or less, it definitely garnered the attention of many onlookers and stole the hearts of many. With it's wide range of selections to choose from, you are definitely bound to be spoilt for choice!

Hesitate no more, this shop may be your next favourite bakery!