{"id":11467,"date":"2015-01-09T09:42:12","date_gmt":"2015-01-09T01:42:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lifestinymiracles.com\/?p=11467"},"modified":"2015-01-10T12:49:40","modified_gmt":"2015-01-10T04:49:40","slug":"homely-feasting-at-gu-ma-jia-%e5%a7%91%e5%a6%88%e5%ae%b6","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lifestinymiracles.com\/2015\/01\/homely-feasting-at-gu-ma-jia-%e5%a7%91%e5%a6%88%e5%ae%b6\/","title":{"rendered":"Homely Feasting at Gu Ma Jia (\u59d1\u5988\u5bb6)"},"content":{"rendered":"

In our Chinese culture, nephews or nieces address their eldest aunt from the paternal side ‘Gu Ma’ – \u59d1\u5988. So when we received the food tasting invite from this restaurant endearingly named ‘Gu Ma Jia’ \u59d1\u5988\u5bb6 (loosely translated as ‘Eldest Aunt\u2019s House’), we knew we were in for a treat.<\/p>\n

‘Gu Ma Jia’ \u59d1\u5988\u5bb6 is located in the famous Sennett Estate which is dotted with many popular eateries.\u00a0 The founder of the restaurant is a spiritedly housewife (affectionately known as ‘Gu Ma’\u00a0\u59d1\u5988) who grew up on Pulau Ubin island and has more than 10 years of experience running a very successful Chicken Rice stall.\u00a0 Being a versatile cook,\u00a0 ‘Gu Ma’ – \u59d1\u5988 decided to set up a restaurant with just one aim in mind – to offer a place for families to strengthen family bonds over the joy of eating delicious home-cooked food.\u00a0 Her recipes proved such a hit that the restaurant has been awarded the \u2018Top 10 Favourite Restaurant\u2019 at the Singapore Food Festival in consecutive years 2012 & 2013!<\/p>\n

Dining at ‘Gu Ma Jia’ \u59d1\u5988\u5bb6 is like stepping into your aunt’s cosy abode. Food is cooked from the heart, with the freshest ingredients and no preservatives or MSG. True to their motto, prices here are kept reasonable with no GST or service charge!\u00a0 There are 2 levels to the restaurant; the ground level sits 55 pax while the upper level sits up to 70 pax.\u00a0 It also comes equipped with a karaoke system and projector, ideal for family celebrations! We were there on a Thursday evening and it was nearly packed to capacity. This testifies to the appeal of ‘Gu Ma Jia’ \u59d1\u5988\u5bb6.<\/p>\n

These are the dishes we feasted during our visit:<\/p>\n

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Homemade Yam Ring with Kyoto Pork Ribs (S$30) and Yuan Yang Kailan (S$10\/15\/20).<\/p>\n

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Crispy and Crunchy. Even kids will love this!<\/p>\n

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Ubin Lala Bee Hoon (S$18) and Herbal Chicken. Perfect for rainy days!<\/p>\n

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Satay Cuttlefish (S$18) and Claypot Pork in Sesame Oil (S$15\/23\/30).<\/p>\n

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Succulent and flavorful.<\/p>\n

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Lotus Leaf Rice (S$33) and XO Prawn Noodles (S$36).<\/p>\n

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The superior broth makes us going for second (and third) helpings!<\/p>\n

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Gu Ma Tong Shui (S$3.50) and Fruity Enzyme Jelly with Wolfberries (S$5.50).<\/p>\n

‘Gu Ma Jia’ \u59d1\u5988\u5bb6 is accepting reservations for its 2015 CNY Reunion Dinner.<\/strong><\/a> Set Menus are available at S$488, S$588 and S$888 per table of 10 pax.\u00a0 Book early to avoid disappointment.<\/p>\n

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CNY Ala-carte Menu<\/a><\/p>\n

\u00a0Gu Ma Jia Food Pot (\u59d1\u5988\u5bb6)<\/strong>
\n45 Tai Thong Crescent, Sennett Estate, Singapore 347866
\nOperating Hours: 11am \u2013 3pm \/ 5.30pm \u2013 10pm daily
\nTel:<\/strong> 6285 2023
\nWebsite:\u00a0<\/strong>http:\/\/gumajia.com.sg\/ <\/a>
\nFacebook: https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/guma.jia<\/a><\/p>\n

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Disclaimer: We attended a food tasting session at Gu Ma Jia Food Pot (\u59d1\u5988\u5bb6) for this review. No monetary compensation was received. All opinions and photos are, as usual, ours.<\/p>\n

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