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Izakaya counter seats with dishes visible in background.
The Izakaya Journal
Eleanor Lau

One Seat at the Counter, No Explanation Needed

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Eleanor Lau June 25, 2026
Singapore izakaya counter with varied dishes and sake.
The Izakaya Journal
Alicia Tan

How Singapore Changed the Izakaya Without Killing the Vibe

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Alicia Tan June 23, 2026
Four people toast beer at a warmly lit izakaya table with plates of food.
The Izakaya Journal
Best Izakaya Team

How Izakayas Balance Drinkers and Serious Eaters at One Table

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Best Izakaya Team June 18, 2026
Curry rice at izakaya with diners in background.
The Izakaya Journal
Eleanor Lau

The Night Ended With Rice, Not Goodbye

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Eleanor Lau June 17, 2026
Izakaya table with drinks, karaage, skewers, and small dishes.
The Izakaya Journal
Alicia Tan

The Dangerous Confidence of the Second Drink

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Alicia Tan June 11, 2026
A chef is arranging slices of meat on a white plate and adding lemon wedges.
The Izakaya Journal
Best Izakaya Team

Why Izakaya Kitchens Care About Plate Clearing

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Best Izakaya Team June 9, 2026
Red lantern and blue noren curtain at izakaya entrance.
The Izakaya Journal
Eleanor Lau

The First Sound After the Noren Moves

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Eleanor Lau June 4, 2026
A bowl of pho with offal beef slices, noodles, cilantro, and red pepper slices, served with chopsticks and a small dish of chopped chili peppers.
The Izakaya Journal
Alicia Tan

The Friend Who Says They Don’t Eat Offal — Until They Try It

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Alicia Tan June 2, 2026
Several plates of food, including oden, grilled fish, and sliced meat, are arranged on a wooden table, with people using chopsticks to eat.
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Best Izakaya Team

Why Daily Specials Matter More Than the Printed Menu

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Best Izakaya Team May 29, 2026
A group of people are seated at a long wooden table in a dimly lit restaurant, enjoying food and drinks. A server is standing and interacting with the guests.
The Izakaya Journal
Eleanor Lau

A Little Tokyo Feeling in the Middle of Singapore

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Eleanor Lau May 27, 2026
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