Ken & Weiwei Singapore Food Journal

JEN Singapore Orchardgateway by Shangri-La unveils Trippi, its innovative tiki-concept bar atop the hotel’s rooftop pool. Combining delectable cuisine and expertly crafted tiki cocktails, Trippi offers a tropical paradise experience against Singapore’s skyline. The ambiance, with bamboo accents and wooden fixtures, promises an Instagram-worthy setting, making Trippi the ultimate destination for unforgettable experiences.

Featured here are

PASSIONATA
Havana Club Rum, Apricot, Pineapple Juice, Cinnamon

ALOHA MAI TAI
Havana Club Rum, Plantation Overproof Rum, Falernum, Citrus,Pineapple Shrub, Orgeat

CUCUMBER COOLER
Bombay Gin, Mancino Bianco Vermouth, Fuji Apple Mix, Fresh Cucumber, Fresh Mint

SEXY COLADA
Havana Club Rum, Plantation Overproof Rum, Almond Syrup, Coconut Cream, Pineapple Juice

MALIBU BATTERED SHRIMPS
Chargrilled Lime / Grated Coconut /
Togarashi Tartar

GYOZA
Sun-dried Tomato / Jalapeño Sour Cream /
Spring Onion

PLANT-BASED TACOS
Mango Pico De Gallo / Cheddar Cheese /
Cilantro Guacamole

TIKI WINGS
½ Dozen Fried Chicken Wings / Pineapple Pickle / Piri Piri Sauce

📣 Call 6708 8899, email [email protected] or head to https://www.jen-eats.com/orchardgateway/web/restaurants-and-bars-trippi.aspx to reserve.

🏢 277 Orchard Road Singapore 238858

Pullman Singapore Orchard has recently launched its exclusive ‘Holiday Saver’ package! One can look forward to an early check-in at 10.00am, indulge in poolside relaxation, savor cocktails and contemporary Asian cuisine at Atelier Lounge and Eden Restaurant, and enjoy retail therapy with the hotel located in the heart of Orchard Road.

The package includes daily $50 dining credits per day redeemable at Eden Restaurant, Atelier Lounge and PSO Beach Club (non-accumulative).

For guests of Club Residence and Suites, as well as ALL Platinum, Diamond and Limitless members, there is complimentary all-day non-alcoholic beverages, cookies, nuts at Archive Club and complimentary Evening Cocktails with canapes from 5.00pm to 7.00pm.

Wake up in luxurious comfort the following day to a delicious breakfast buffet at Eden Restaurant or the Archive Club and linger a little longer with late check-out at 2 pm. There is also the added convenience of complimentary parking.

Helmed by New Executive Chef Martin Tan , celebrate the best of Asia through his reimagined menu at Eden Restaurant.

Highlights include:

FROM THE FARM*
Black Angus Filet Mignon, Kurobuta Pork Tenderloin, Hae Bee Hiam Australian Lamb Rack, Crispy Shrimp Paste Chicken

RIVER PRAWNS, SCALLOP, LOCAL FARMED MUSSELS
Charcoal You Tiao, Tangy Coconut Gravy

PAN-FRIED BLACK COD
Thunder Tea, Wild Mushroom, Peanuts

KAM HEONG GRILLED OCTOPUS
Kam Heong Glaze, Sarawak Pineapple Salsa

📣 Book at https://www.pullmansingaporeorchard.com

🏢 270 Orchard Road Level 4 Singapore 238857

Allora Ristorante & Bar in Crowne Plaza Changi Airport offers an authentic Italian dining experience, with a warm and inviting atmosphere and a diverse range of spaces to suit your preferences, including a chic dining room, vibrant lobby lounge, inviting alfresco area, and stylish bar.

Their menu features comforting Italian cuisine, including handcrafted pizzas, artisanal pastas, enticing antipasti, and an extensive selection of wines and cocktails by Chef Stefano Sanna. He has over a decade of experience, skillfully blends flavors from Northern and Southern Italy to create a comprehensive Italian dining concept.

Featured here are

Carpaccio di Manzo
Australia Angus Beef Tenderloin, Shaved Parmigiano Reggiano, Pickled Vegetables, Truffle Sauce

Genova
Carnaroli Rice, Prawns, Traditional Basil Pesto, Smoked Provola

Tartare, Signature Pizza by Chef Enzo
Mozzarella, Cheese Fonduta, Australian Angus Beef Tenderloin, Baby Sprout

Alloramisu, Signature
Homemade Savoiardi Cookies, Espresso Coffee, Mascarpone Cream, Cocoa Powder

The Garden Party
Pineapple, Elderflower, Cucumber, Soda

Blue Monkey
Gin, Banana Liqueur, Banana Puree, Blue Curacao, Pineapple Juice

📣 Call 6823 5354 , WhatsApp 9336 3125 or email at [email protected] for enquiries or reservations. Head to https://changiairport.crowneplaza.com/allora-ristorante-and-bar to find out more.

🏢 75 Airport Boulevard Singapore 819664

GOHO Kaiseki & Bar has launched the Winter Wonderland Kaiseki which comes with 3 options, Sakura priced at $88.00, Sumire priced at $138.00 and Ume priced at $178.00. Diners can choose to top up with alcoholic or non alcoholic beverages.
Each set is prepared with @gohokaisekibar interpretations of the 5 culinary techniques of Japanese cuisine – nama (cutting); niru (simmering); yaku (grilling); musu (steaming); and ageru (deep-frying).

Featured here is the Ume set which consists of the below.

sakizuke – MONAKA SPHERE

hassun – AWABI GUNKAN, ZUWAIGANI PANKO, TAIRAGAI, PARMA CORN TOAST

tsukuri – SASHIMI

suimono – SHIRAKO VELOUTE

yakimono – TAKO

shiizakana – BUDOU BUTA

agemono – ANKO

shokuji – DONABE

signature – MT.GOHO

mizukashi – YUZU DELICE

📣 Find out more at https://www.goho.sg

Experience unparalleled comfort and luxury at Holiday Inn Singapore Orchard City Centre by InterContinental Hotels Group ! Nestled in the heart of Singapore’s bustling Orchard Road, it offers a seamless blend of contemporary elegance and warm hospitality.

We had in a restful stay in the Premium Room and had access to their Executive Lounge which we enjoyed with light refreshments available all day from 7am to 10pm, evening drinks and hors d’oevres during cocktail hours from 6pm to 8pm and a choice of Continental Breakfast from 7am to 11am.

One can look forward to sumptuous buffet spreads Window on the Park, delightful high tea or simply enjoy a collection of tasty cocktails complemented with savoury snacks at Hari’s Lobby Lounge & Bar or on a journey with authentic North Indian dishes at Tandoor.

📣 Find out more at https://singaporeorchard.holidayinn.com

🏢 11 Cavenagh Road Singapore 229616

Join the festive spirit with the Prosperity Buffet at J65 in Hotel Singapore Tanglin by Shangri-La! Usher in the Year of the Dragon with a variety of Chinese New Year delights, including

Yu Sheng with Smoked Salmon
Braised Whole Duck with 8 Treasures and Black Moss
Black Angus Prime Beef Rib with Buttered Vegetables & Truffle Mashed Potatoes
Grilled Baby Lobster infused with
Tarragon Butter
Barramundi in Nyonya style / Hong Kong Style / Sambal Style
Double-boiled Ginseng Chicken Soup
Pan-Fried Nian Gao

For their takeaway sets, highlight is their CNY Good Fortune Set (worth $328) which serves up to 5 pax. The takeaway set consists of the following:
Smoked Salmon Yu Sheng
Steamed 8 Treasure Duck
Salted Egg Prawn
Stir-fried Mix Vegetable Beancurd
Steamed Mini Lotus Rice with Chicken Sausage topped with XO Sauce
Steamed Yam Paste with Gingko Nuts

📣 Call 6831 4374 , email or [email protected] head to https://www.jen-eats.com/tanglin/web/index.aspx to reserve. Find out more about their takeaway feast at https://www.jen-eats.com/tanglin/web/index.aspx /

🏢 1A Cuscaden Road Singapore 249716

💲Cost:
Prosperity Buffet (1 – 8 & 12- 24 February)
Lunch (Weekday only)
$68++ (2 Adults) | $34++ (2 Child)

High Tea (Weekend & PH)
$98++ (2 Adults) | $49++ (2 Child)

Dinner (Mon, Tue, Thur & Sun)
$88++ (per Adult) | $44++ (per Child)

Lunar New Year’s Eve Buffet (9 February)
Lunch: $68++ (2 Adults) | $34++ (2 Child)
Dinner: $128++ (per Adult) | $64++ (per Child)

Lunar New Year’s Day (10 & 11 February)
High Tea: 5128++ (2 Adults) | $64++ (2 Child)
Dinner: $128++ (per Adult) | $64++ (per Child)

Experience an Oriental-themed Afternoon Tea at Portman’s Bar in Parkroyal Collection Marina Bay from now until 4 April 2024, curated by Pastry Chef Christopher Eng and his Pastry Team in celebration of the Lunar New Year.

Priced at $68++ per person (minimum of two persons to dine), indulge in an array of delectable savouries and sweets, including Homemade Vanilla Scone with Clotted Cream and Pandan Kaya, Smoked Duck Tortilla, Salmon Choux Puff, Abalone Radish Cake with XO sauce, and the luxurious “Black Gold” – a Yam Puff that is filled with Chicken Char Siew and adorned with Gold Flakes.

Other highlights include Chicken Bak Kwa Ciabatta, “Fire Cracker” – a Raspberry Mousse and Yuzu Cremieux Gateaux, Mandarin Orange Curd, Urban Farm Pandan Egg Tart with Osmanthus Jelly, and a selection of Lunar New Year cookies, macaroons and chocolate pralines, presented on Portman’s Bar Sweet Wagon.

Portman’s Bar’s Oriental-themed Afternoon Tea also includes two servings of coffee and tea. Complete the indulgence with a two-hour free flow of Champagne, house red wine/house white wine, Tiger draught, and selected cocktails at $118++ per person.

📣 Call 6845 1119 or email [email protected] or visit https://www.panpacific.com/en/hotels-and-resorts/pr-collection-marina-bay/dining/portmans-bar.html to reserve.

🏢 6 Raffles Boulevard Level 4 Singapore 039594

Relish a wholesome spread of all-time favourites during the Lunar New Year at Peppermint from now until 25 February 2024.

Crafted by Chef de Cuisine Leon Yee and his Culinary Team, the menu boasts a combination of Asian and international favourites, including Chicken, Fish Maw, and Top Shell in Pumpkin Soup, Cantonese-style Braised Black Angus Beef Short Ribs & Taro, Steamed Herbal Chicken with Red Dates & Ginseng, and more! A must-try is the Braised Sea Cucumber, Crispy Beancurd Puff with Whole Abalone and Collagen Sauce, which is simmered for over three hours.

To conclude the meal on a sweet note, Peppermint’s assortment of Lunar New Year cookies and candies awaits. Delight in cakes and pastries, such as Mandarin Orange Mango, Strawberry Pistachio, Lychee Velvet Gateaux, and many more!

On Lunar New Year’s Eve and Lunar New Year Day, indulge in specially curated dishes for lunch and dinner, including Claypot Chicken Rice, Hong Kong-style Pan-fried Turnip Cake with Conpoy Sauce, Malaysian-style Curry
Lobster with Beancurd Skin, Japanese Sea Cucumber, stuffed with Prawn and Tobiko Mousse, Giant Garoupa with Sichuan Pickled Mustard, alongside many other delectable offerings!

Elevate your Lunar New Year celebration with Peppermint’s Prosperity Yu Sheng, an optional delight available at $108++ (serves six) or $138++ (serves 10). Choose between the premium abalone or prosperity salmon options, both featuring a combination of fresh vegetables and edible flowers harvested from the hotel’s Urban Farm.

📣 Call 6845 1112, email [email protected] or head to https://bit.ly/Peppermint-sg to enquire

🏢 6 Raffles Boulevard Level 4 Singapore 039594

Carlton City Hotel welcomes the Year of the Dragon with sumptuous reunion buffets, indulgent Chinese goodies and luxury accommodation ! Look forward to an impeccable array of exquisite creations masterfully crafted by Executive Chef Madeline Tan and her team, to ring in the auspicious arrival of the Year of the Dragon.

The highlights of the Lunar New Year Goodies are

Blissful Lotus Leaf Rice

Auspicious Treasure Pot

Classic Abundance Yu Sheng

Fortune Braised Pork Trotters

Prosperity Herbal Chicken in Lotus Leaf

Plate will also be offering a well-panned feast of Asian and International dishes for reunion buffets. Savour on a selection of fresh seafood-on-ice, such as assorted clams, snow crabs, oysters and lobsters; as well as DIY Yusheng station, a variety of classic Chinese roasts, and Lunar New Year classics.

📣 Call 6632 8921 , email [email protected] or head to https://carltoncityhotel.oddle.me for takeaways

Call 6632 8922 or email [email protected] for Plate

🏢 1 Gopeng Street Singapore 078862

Roar into the Dragon Year with Festive Feasting at Lime Singapore in Parkroyal Collection Pickering !

From now to 29 February, excite the taste buds with their tender and juicy herb-infused Eight Treasure Braised Chicken, Shanghainese Braised Pork Belly, Deep-fried King Prawn, Steamed Black Mussels and the list goes on! Leave space for our classic must-haves; Chilli Crab Concasse, Herb Butter-crusted Slow Roast Marbled Angus Beef and not forgetting the Signature Pickering Laksa. Be sure to keep an eye out as our Chef Alvin’s classic Peranakan dishes like the Itek Sioh, Babi Pongteh and  Spicy Crab Meat Kueh Pie Tee. Sweet treat lovers should not miss our Pan-fried Tang Yuan and Mandarin Orange Chocolate Cake to complete the reunion feast.

From 9 to 11 February, celebrate the occasion with your nearest and dearest by indulging in their enhanced festive spread featuring a star studded menu with auspicious dishes such as the Fresh Snow Crab and Oysters on Ice, Whole Flambé Roast Golden Pig, Herb-rubbed Slow Roast Wagyu Beef, Stir-fried Salted Egg Baby Lobster, Baked Osmanthus Kurobuta Pork Ribs, Mao Shan Wang Durian Crepe and Prosperity Salmon Yu Sheng.

📣 Call 3138 2251, WhatsApp 9859 0681, email [email protected] or head to https://www.panpacific.com/en/hotels-and-resorts/pr-collection-pickering/offers/a-hearty-spring-reunion.html to find out more

🏢 3 Upper Pickering Street Singapore 058289