I am a big fan of Peranakan food, however, I always find that this local cuisine is under-appreciated by many. It was heart-warming to know that Godmama, a new Peranakan Restaurant perched at level 4 of Funan is trying to bring this cuisine to the millennial by introducing Peranakan flavours in familiar Brunch items on weekends.

The restaurant offered both indoor and outdoor seating. I love particularly the outdoor feel. They have 2 strong fan to cool the area.

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At Godmama, they offered mainly Peranakan cuisine however on the weekends during brunch hours, they created a special Peranakan Brunch menu. I love the idea and was excited to try them out.

From Godmama Brunch Menu

First is the All-star Egg Skin in Popiah ($6.50). The signature itemis available on all the menu at Godmama. The egg skin is extremely delicate with tasty turnip and other ingredients in the wrap.

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Adapted from the BBQ pulled pork, at Godmama, the Pulled Pork Pongteh Sunny ($15.90) is offered. Using Pongteh Pork; cooked with the Peranakan traditional recipe with fermented bean sauce and soy sauce. A pity the flavour was weak.

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Next was the Babi Assam Baked Eggs ($16.90), a marriage of familiar Peranakan flavour with common brunch item, baked egg. It was a shame that it was too spicy for me.

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Among the savoury brunch item, Buah Keluak Bolognese Pasta ($19.90) is my favourite. I love buah keluak, but I prefer this unique flavour to be stronger and less of the tomato flavour.

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Finally, washed it down with lightly chewy and yet fluffy Banana Pengat Buttermilk Pancakes ($17.90).

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NAHMJ Verdict

Overall it was an encouraging to see how creative the chef at Godmama can get. However I suspect, it may satisfy only a small population. Personally, I was expecting a stronger Peranakan character in the brunch item. For those who dislike this cuisine, I believe, no matter how water down the flavour is, they may still can’t accept it.

Godmama

109 North Bridge Road, #04-07 Funan Mall, Singapore
Tel: +65 6970 0828

FB: https://www.facebook.com/godmamasg

Opening Hours

Mon-Thu 11am-2.30pm, 6pm-10pm; Fri 11am-2.30pm, 6pm-midnight; Sat 10.30am-4.30pm, 6pm-midnight; Sun 10.30am-4.30pm; 6pm-10pm

Getting There

By MRT:

• North-South line and East-West line – City Hall
• North-East line – Clarke Quay

By Bus:

• St Andrew Cathedral along North Bridge Road   61, 124, 145, 166,  174, 174e
• Opposite Peninsula Plaza along North Bridge Road   32, 51, 63, 80, 195, 851, 961
• Capitol Building along Stamford Road   7, 14, 14e, 16, 36, 77, 106, 111, 128, 131, 162, 162M, 167, 171, 175, 700, 700A, 857

Rating: 7/10


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