Pita Pan – Pocket Full of Health!
One of the things I enjoy about living in Singapore is the abundance of new restaurants and food options - from local delights to exotic cuisines, there's always something new to try. But of course, being a health nut like myself, the real challenge in discovering good food, is finding GOOD, HEALTHY FOOD.
So I heard about this Mediterranean joint that just opened a second outlet in Singapore after the success of its first one at Marina Bay Sands. Pita Pan is spreading the message of healthy, vegetarian eating, through Mediterranean inspired food. The new outlet at Marina Square opened its doors in August with new items added to the menu further increasing the array of healthy options available.
Presented in a casual bistro style, you can create your own healthy pita pockets choosing from a selection of up to 35 salads and sauces. The wholesome pita pockets can be enjoyed while on the go or at either of the 60-seater bistro, located conveniently in the city for busy executives.
As I wasn't able to come for their food tasting, Pita Pan had thoughtfully pre-packed lunch and delivered it straight to my home so I can have a taste of what they had to offer before checking out restaurant itself.
Sweet potato fries (SGD7.90) make for a delicious treat, offering an alternative to traditional potato french fries.
One my favorite treats is a piping hot batch of sweet potato fries. Now we've all heard that sweet potatoes are somewhat healthier than white potatoes. How much healthier? The main difference depends on the way it is cooked, of course. Nutritionally, sweet potatoes have more soluble fiber and its carbs have a lower glycemic index compared to white potatoes.
The sweet potato fries served at Pita Pan was fried so it's not exactly a healthy choice if you're trying to watch your waist. But if you're in for a treat, I'd say it was worth the calories!
A favourite at Pita Pan are the "pockets". Full pocket or half pocket, you can enjoy crispy, savory green, red or plain chickpea falafels, wrapped in your choice of freshly baked pita bread in plain, wholemeal, za’atar or sumac and topped with one or more of their signature salads and sauces.
Half Whole Wheat Pita Pocket (SGD7.90) - consisting of half pita pocket sandwich filled with falafels, fresh salad toppings and tahini sauce. A pocket full of health!
Don't you hate it when you get takeout and the food gets all soggy? Surprisingly, the food stayed fresh and the broccoli was nice and crunchy. I was almost full by the time I finished the half whole wheat pita pocket with falafel and sweet potato fries, but the spicy red shashuka looked too good to save for later. So I took a pinch of the pita bread and dipped it in the red shashuka. It was pretty spicy, but really good!
Red Shashuka with eggs (SGD11.90) served with pita bread.
Freshly squeezed orange juice to put out the fire on my tongue after trying out the red shashuka!
Definitely a great place to check out if you're looking for a quick, healthy meal in the city center. It's good to have a full vegetarian meal at least once a week, don't you think?
Pita Pan @ Marina Bay Sands
L1-87, Bay Level br, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands,2 Bay Avenue, Singapore 018972
Pita Pan @ Marina Square, 6 Raffles Blvd Marina Square 02-183A
(if you're coming from City Hall MRT, exit at Marina Square and walk towards One Raffles Link. Take the escalator up two floors from the MRT to the second floor. You will find Pita Pan 2 just across the connecting bridge).
Operating Hours - Sun - Thu 11am to 11pm / Fri and Sat 11am to 12midnight
