Last night's visit to Komala reminded me once again why I used to have brunch there at least twice a month. The Bhatura ($3.50) is simply fantastic! The big brown crispy ball excites me each time i see it emerge piping fresh from the kitchen. For those who have never try it, please do! the side chickpea curry that comes along with it is so yummy too, i usually ask for second helpings.

The bhatura's the first dish i've ever tried at Komala's, and its so fingerlicking good (you attack with your right hand, don't bother with cutleries) that i've never been tempted to order anything else as my main. From trying what those around me order, I'm still convinced the Bhatura's the best choice.

There's a smaller version of the bhatura called the poori, which comes in pairs. It's quite good too, but the combination of spices used doesn't quite hit home like the bhatura.

The paper tosai ($2.60) is good for a paper tosai. But why order it when the Bhatura's available? That said, the Bhatura is only available from lunch onwards - i still remember the time when i had to order the poori because i went too early. I was one sad girl for the rest of the day.

I always make it a point to order the mango lassi ($2.10). It's a mango yogurt drink that's refreshingly rich and thick. Simply divine. There are times when it's served less chilled which is a bummer, but when it is cold, i'll usually finish 2 cups (2nd one ordered only after the first is finished to keep it chilled of course.)

The tea is really good too. But tasting like teh tarik, and being in Singapore, there's nothing too spectacular there. I guess what makes this one different is the way it is served: in a metal cup that's placed in a shallower and wider metal cup. If the place is not too busy and if you ask really politely and smile really sweetly, the waiter may show you his tea-pulling prowess. Another way to see it is to act like a tourist and ask them why the tea is served that way. (remember to ooh and ahh if they oblige.)

I usually avoid the indian sweets, because i find them excruciatingly sweet (almost like nibbling sugar) but for those who like such food, i guess they are not too bad.

Komala is not a place where you get to hang around to chat; you leave as soon as you finish eating. But being in little india, it's nice to walk off the food at the shops nearby.