Baumkuchen is a traditional layered cake that is popular in Japan. Since "Baumkuchen" refers to a type of desert, are you wondering why are there pictures of soba instead? Wheat Baumkuchen started as a desert cafe in Singapore, selling baumkuchen pastries that became very popular in 2010. In 2011, they move towards encouraging a healthy lifestyle by introducing salad and soba dishes to their menu. Their increasing popularity has shown that healthy food can be as delicious as well. Apart from their original outlet that is tucked in the middle of Toa Payoh neighbourhood, they have opened another outlet at Asia Square Food Garden. Among the two outlets, I actually prefer the one at Asia Square Food Garden. Asia Square Food Garden is the most beautiful food court i have been to in Singapore. However, it is extremely crowded during lunch hours despite their spacious layout (that reminds me of Changi Airport). So, I was thinking of a suitable place to have dinner and catch up with my friends after work. But cafes in the CBD district such as The Plain, Selfish Gene etc... usually close by evening on weekdays. I think I made a wise choice coming to the Food Garden for dinner because it was pretty empty by dinner time. I was able to choose a nice seat and slowly enjoy the food while catching up with my friends without feeling pressurized to leave. The price of the soba dishes hover between approximately 8 to 12 dollars. Overall, it is a pretty enjoyable experience at the Food Garden. 

Bull Run: $8.00

Teriyaki grilled chicken served with shredded vegetables and green soba that is tossed with a creamy dressing. This is one of their recommended dishes. That big piece of teriyaki grilled chicken is really delicious. 

Salmon Soba: $9 

The soba is tossed with a light and refreshing Japanese Yuzu sauce and served with some enoki mushrooms and grilled salmon. Personally, I would prefer the yuzu sauce to the creamy dressing above. 

Phoenix: $10

Fried chicken served with salad and green soba tossed with the same creamy dressing as Bull Run's. Their chilli is delicious. This dish is not on their main menu. Personally, I prefer teriyaki grilled chicken to fried chicken. 

Ice Cube: $3

This silken toufu with thai sauce and crab meat is really delicious. I can finish this on my own. I am going to learn how to make this! So, watch this space!