Louisa Lim, celebrated for her refined and delicate desserts at three-Michelin-starred Odette, is bringing her passion for desserts to the forefront with Loulouca, opening on July 29 at Ann Siang Hill. This is her first solo venture, focusing solely on elevating desserts as the centerpiece of the dining experience.
- Loulouca offers a la carte plated desserts in the evening.
- Daytime includes entremets for dine-in and takeaway.
- Desserts blend French craftsmanship with Asian flavors.
What happened
Louisa Lim, previously the pastry chef at the prestigious three-Michelin-starred Odette, has opened her first solo dessert café named Loulouca at Ann Siang Hill. The new venture officially opens on July 29 and aims to celebrate desserts as the main attraction rather than just the final course.
The café features a unique concept: in the daytime, guests can enjoy entremets both for dining in and takeaway, while the evenings offer an a la carte menu of plated desserts paired thoughtfully with wines, non-alcoholic wines, teas, and coffees. Lim’s offerings include delicate, intricate pastries with a personal touch and a nod to her Singaporean heritage.
Why it feels good
Loulouca embodies Lim’s dedication to precision and detail, qualities she cultivated during her seven years at Odette, where she played a key role in the restaurant’s elevation to three Michelin stars. Her desserts emphasize lightness and elegance, making each bite a balanced and harmonious experience.
Moreover, Lim’s inclusion of Asian ingredients like pandan, kaya, and sobacha tea offers a refreshing twist that resonates with local and international palates alike. This thoughtful fusion creates comfort and familiarity while maintaining the finesse of high-end pastry craftsmanship.
What to enjoy or watch next
Visitors to Loulouca can look forward to signature creations such as the sobacha tiramisu, a multi-component plated dessert featuring sobacha ice cream and coffee praline, as well as entremets combining flavors like kaya, matcha, and pistachio. Special cakes inspired by beloved nostalgic childhood treats are also highlights.
Looking ahead, Lim plans to incorporate premium Japanese fruits and continue exploring Asian flavors within her pastries, promising seasonal innovations that maintain her elegance and creativity. Whether stopping by for a refined afternoon treat or an indulgent evening dessert, Loulouca invites guests to savor sweets as the main event.