Persea hopes to make keto-friendly cuisine look, and taste good. The restaurant could well be the first in Singapore dedicated to the restrictive diet – everything from mains to desserts, and even cocktails, are keto-compliant. A QR code at the back of the menu even displays the nutritional breakdown of each item (great for those tracking their diet). The offerings are designed to switch up every few months. Now, Mediterranean flavours are given the spotlight, with highlights that include a nutty, creamy Eggs Muhammara ($14); calamari dressed in zhug ($24); flaky barramundi ($28) with saffron-scented beurre blanc; and more. Even the drinks programme comes formulated with sugars and candied syrups, so you can still indulge in a tipple of chrysanthemum-spiked gin and tonic ($16) and even a version of rum and coke ($18).
Here’s the thing: embarking on a ketogenic diet is no easy task. Carbohydrates are swapped out for fats, which means that basic staples like bread, rice, and noodles are a no-no. It's basically a restrictive diet that limits what you can and can't consume. But many adopt a keto diet for health reasons – replacing carbs with fats places your body in ketosis, causing it to burn fats for fuel. It’s great for those looking to shed some pounds, but even better for the associated health benefits: reduced blood sugars and insulin levels. We round up some keto-friendly restaurants you can pop by for a meal.
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