I'm not terribly proud of myself but this pack of black sesame cream marshmallows ($3.60 per pack) didn't last long in my hands.

Before I knew it, I'd inhaled all those little bouncy grey balls filled with black sesame. They were that good. The marshmallow isn't too cloying and the fragrant filling really has punch. For those with a sweeter tooth, try the chestnut marshmallows ($2.60 per pack), filled with what I think is overly sweet chestnut puree.

And these chocolate marshmallows ($2.60 per pack) will come in handy as a topping for a mug of hot chocolate.

Japanese marshmallows, from FairPrice Finest, B1-01/B2-01 Bukit Timah Plaza, 1 Jalan Anak Bukit, tel: 6468-8415. Opening hours: 9am to 10pm daily.