Project ACAI review

I've never heard of the acai berry before until I've visited Project ACAI. The açaí berry grows wild atop palm trees native to the Amazon rainforest. It is as tiny as a small grape, with only 10 to 15% edible fruit. However, the health benefits from this Brazilian fruit is extraordinary. The fruit pulp is richer in antioxidants compared to strawberries, cranberries, raspberries, blackberries and practically, all the berries on earth.

The decor in Project ACAI is largely industrial minimalist — brightly glowing light bulbs hang loose from the ceiling. There is a wide counter table covering about 50% of the store, decorated with pineapples, ripe and unripe bananas and dragon fruits and more. Be warned — don't sit near the glaring refrigerator located near the door or risk walking out with dizziness!

Acai Bowl Menu

 How to order in Project ACAI:

1. Let the cafe server know the size of acai bowl you want from the menu
2. Add extra toppings if you wish to
3. Collect the restaurant pager from the staff. Find a seat.
4. When the restaurant pager starts beeping, collect your order from the staff.

The Acai Bowl (Handy) — S$6.80

This is the smallest size available — and the portion is suitable for one person. 

Cheers to a great 2016!

 Where My Chocolate Abs — S$8.50

I wish cafes do away with plastic cups. It really cheapens the entire look and it's a great evil for the environment.

"Where My Chocolate Abs?" is a cup of organic acai blended with swedish chocolate oat milk, mushy bananas, creamy nut butter and semi-sweet raw cacao bits. It's really refreshing, and works so much better than a cuppa of hot chocolate in the sultry weather of Singapore.

Original Flower Bowl (Large) — S$13.50

I brought my family of four to share the flower bowl. Made up of blended acai base, the flower bowl is topped with granola, fresh fruits, blueberries and super foods such as bee pollen, cacao nibs, coconut shavings, chia seeds and goji berries.

It looks so pretty, isn't it? I just kept taking lots of photos because it's so stunning.

ACAI Bowl

It actually takes a lot of manpower to decorate the bowls. Besides cutting the fruits, the cafe servers have to ensure an appropriate and equal amount is given to each customer. 

Thanks to the girls who served us!

On a side note, I think I would feel better if they wore hats/caps or masks as they are dealing with uncooked food.

Information about Acai Bowls

There is also an informative article about Acai bowls reported by The Huffington Post and Dr Oz. I'm convinced that Acai Bowls are not only healthy, but extremely tasty as well!

Project ACAI Berries

Project ACAI

Storefront of Project ACAI

Project Açai

Address: Holland Village, 27 Lorong Liput, Singapore 277738
Mon - Sun: 11.30am - 10pm

Address: 391 Orchard Road
#B2-32A Takashimaya Shopping Centre,
Ngee Ann City, Singapore 238872
Mon - Sun: 11am - 930pm