SCALED by Ah Hua Kelong in Singapore

I haven't eaten at Ah Hua Kelong in a while; they have since shut down their spot at the Grandstand but have opened up other places, like SCALED, a hip-looking spot that seemed rather promising (8 Hamilton Road, 9830-0117). They're still doing delivery, so I grabbed a few things today, like those roasted prawns above (topped with braised konbu, in case you were wondering what those dark slivers were).

Naturally, they sourced locally. They laced many of the dishes with a bit of Asian flair (like a dollop of scorched ssamjang on their clams), all while also letting the taste of the seafood itself come through. This was particularly evident in their sambal lala, which I was worried would be done in a heavy kam heong style. Instead, it was in a light yet savory - and pleasantly spicy - broth. I'd be happy to eat here again.