During my latest recce of the Kallang-Lavender industrial area, I stumbled upon Chatters at CT Hub. Situated in front of an indoor rock-climbing centre, this little cafe offers a great spot to unwind after an intense physical workout.
Like any respectable ice cream parlour, Chatters offers a wide range of flavours to complement their waffles. They have an impressive selection of eighteen gelato flavours, all made from low-fat milk or low-fat yogurt.
I decided to try the Mochi Waffle and, feeling just slightly peckish, opted for a half portion priced at $5.90. However, for a mere additional dollar, the full portion provides considerably more value for those with bigger appetites.
To make this mochi waffle, tapioca flour is mixed into the regular waffle batter instead of mochiko flour which is usually used to make mochi. That’s because, according to the staff, mochiko has a low smoke point, so he has to use something that doesn’t burn so easily at higher temperatures. I thought the tapioca was a great substitute and replicated the texture of mochi very well. What I like about mochi waffles is how they tend to come crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside, and this was a good example of a mochi waffle turning out perfectly. I enjoyed it so much, in fact, that I finished it in a couple of minutes and regretted not getting the full portion.
For my ice cream, I chose the Green Lime Yogurt gelato priced at $4.20. As expected, it was refreshingly tangy and not overly sweet. However, I found the texture a bit lacking, and would have preferred a smoother and creamier consistency.
To quench my thirst on the sweltering day, I ordered an Iced Long Black at $3.90. Chatters sources its beans from Sinspiro, an ‘atas’ offshoot of local kopi roaster Sin Leong Lee. The coffee was smooth and strong with minimal acidity and a clean finish, even if the overall flavour profile wasn’t too remarkable.
Ambience-wise, this cafe has a simple yet inviting vibe. It offers a comfortable space with a pleasant view of the rock-climbing wall. For those in the mood for something else besides wafflesa and ice cream, Chatters also serves other desserts like Swiss rolls, tiramisu and burnt cheesecake.
Ratings:
MOCHI WAFFLE: 4/5
GREEN LIME YOGURT GELATO: 3.5/5
ICED LONG BLACK: 3.5/5
Address (CT Hub outlet):
2 Kallang Ave, #01-17, CT Hub @ Kallang, Singapore 339407
Contact: 9021 4467
FB: facebook.com/Chattersgelato
