Ken & Weiwei Singapore Food Journal

ook forward to a joyous Christmas at the refurnished Feast Asia in Grand Mercure Singapore Roxy this festive season! Their Asian-themed buffet will bring you on a journey through their specially curated dishes , fresh seafood and beloved classics!

Seafood on Ice includes Poached Live Prawn, Crayfish, Half-Shell Scallop
Freshly Shucked Hyogo Oysters and Cooked Crab! There are also the likes of Sashimi, Charcuterie and Cured Fish such as Honey Glazed Ham, Beetroot Cured Salmon, Carving station Salt-Crusted Salmon with Lime Leaf, Lemongrass & Spices, local delights Signature Laksa, Beef Noodle Soup and Singapore Oyster Omelette.

Options for Mains consist of Sarawak White Pepper Crayfish, Oatmeal Prawn, Curry Salmon Fish Head, Pineapple Chicken, Braised Pork with Fermented Red Glutinous Rice Wine, Grilled Lamb Cutlet with Massaman Curry Sauce, Red Wine Ox Tail, Mediterranean Black Mussel with Onion and Bell Pepper and Seafood Paella.

For Desserts, one can indulge in Signature Durian Pengat, Maotai Vanilla, Lemon Lush Pandan Layer Cake, Raspberry Tiramisu, Hazelnut Feuilletine Chocolate Tart, Rainbow Cake with Butter Cream and 4 Flavours of Premium Gelato.

📣 Call 6340 5665 or head to https://www.grandmercureroxy.com.sg/offers/feast-asia-opening-promo to reserve

🏢 50 East Coast Road Singapore 428769

💲Cost:
Lunch (12pm to 2.30pm)
Adult: $58.00++
Child: $30.00++
Dinner (6pm to 9.30pm)
Adult: $72.00++
Child: $36.00++

Have a magical Christmas at J65 in JEN Singapore Tanglin by Shangri-La from now to 1 Jan 2024! From succulent roast to seafood to flavourful international delights, J65 has have something to tantalise every palate.

The highlight is the Chef’s Table / Carvings consisting of Braised Black Angus Beef,
Traditional Style Roasted Boneless Turkey, Nyonya Style Roasted Boneless Turkey
and Baked Norwegian Salmon with Tomato Basil Coulis served with sides Mashed Potato Infused with Truffle Oil , Braised Brussel Sprouts with Turkey Bacon, Sauteed Red Cabbage , Maple Glazed Chestnuts and sauces Giblet Sauce , Brown Sauce Cranberry Sauce and Nyonya Sauce.

Seafood Counter includes the likes of Boston Lobster , Prawn and Mussel while Main Dishes consist of Seafood Thermidor and Oxtail Stew with Cremolata. Desserts such as Durian Pengat, Chocolate Fountain, Christmas Log Cake , Christmas Fruit Cake, Christmas Stollen, Christmas Apple Pie and Chilled Mango Sago Coulis complete the meal.

📣 Call J65 at 6831 4374 or head to https://www.jen-eats.com/tanglin/web/promotions.aspx to book

💲 Cost: $88++ for Adults, $44++ for Children 6 to 11 Years Old for Festive Buffet on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday

🏢 1A Cuscaden Road Singapore 249716

Immerse yourself in the festive spirit at Peppermint in Parkroyal Collection Marina Bay where a delightful array of traditional favourites awaits you! Available from now until Monday, 1 Jan 2024, Peppermint’s Chef de Cuisine Leon Yee and his Culinary Team’s festive creations will captivate your taste buds.

Indulge in Peppermint’s signature Traditional Slow Roast Turkey with Pomegranate Molasses Glaze, accompanied by delectable Chestnut Stuffing, Giblet Gravy, and Cranberry Compote. Other highlights include the tantalising Honey Baked Chicken Ham with Pineapple Sauce, the irresistible Cheese Fondue, featuring Pumpkin Brie Cheese Drip, served with Ham and Cheese Roll, and Seafood Ravioli with Lobster and Crustacean Bisque.

For the lunch experience on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Eve, the crowd-favourite Slow Roast Milk-Fed Veal Leg with Black Pepper Cream will be served. Peppermint’s Christmas Day lunch buffet will also feature a special treat of Freshly Shucked Oysters and Norwegian Lobsters.

Delight in the delightful flavours of Yuzu Strawberry Chocolate Yule Log, Passionfruit Sesame Praline Yule Log, Pink Peppercorn Cream Cheese Mixed Berries Gateaux, Manjari Chocolate with Cherry, and many more delectable creations.

Experience the Swing Grill-grilled favourites. available for dinner on weekends, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve, with the delectable Balsamic Glazed Black Angus Beef Prime Rib with Morel Jus during dinner on weekends, while the succulent Slow-grilled Whole Baby Lamb with Chermoula Sauce and Urban Farm Starfruit Mint Yoghurt will be featured during dinner on Christmas and New Year’s Eve.

Look forward to Roast Baby Spring Chicken with Asian Five Spice, Chicken & Lamb Sausages, Orange-glazed Baby Lamb Ribs with Mojo Verde, as well as Grilled Whole Seabass, and a host of other enticing options.

📣 Call 6845 1112, email
[email protected] or visit https://bit.ly/celebration-of-christmas-spirit to reserve.

🏢 6 Raffles Boulevard Singapore 039594

Dazzle in the sparkle of a dreamy white Christmas at M Hotel Singapore with a flurry of magical festivities and delightful dining in celebrations of this Yuletide season.

Bask in the holiday mood with a sumptuous festive buffet from the freshest seafood-on-ice to exceptional carvings like Chargrilled Australian Tomahawk with Kampot Pepper, Roast Turkey and a splendid display of desserts including ‘live’ Crowaffle and Flambe Crepes station.

On Christmas, be dazzled with even more Christmas offerings such as the Bone-in Gammon Ham, Lamb on Rotisserie, Foie Gras with Berries Coulis and an unforgettable spread of yuletide desserts. On Friday & Saturday, there will be ‘live’ BBQ to complement the Festive Highlights and other buffet spread.

📣 Call 6500 6112, email [email protected] or book online at https://www.millenniumhotels.com/en/offers/asia/m-hotel-singapore/dining/festive-buffet/#/ to reserve.

🏢 81 Anson Road Singapore 079908

🕚 Opening Hours: 6.00pm to 10.00pm

💲 Cost: From $58 per person. 20% off buffets for selected credit cards from now to 29 December 2023. Not valid on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

The first Noël beckons at Pan Pacific Orchard , as it debuts its inaugural festive season! Look forward to bold Mediterranean-Peruvian signatures at Mosella , botanical tipples and tea at Florette as well as festive gourmet takeaways and treats.

Make merry at Mosella, marvelling at creative combinations of Mediterranean and Peruvian flavours on its festive lunch and dinner set menus. On Christmas and New Year’s Day, gather with family and friends over an indulgent a la carte brunch, featuring Mediterranean-Peruvian wonders such as 48-month Iberico Ham, Gazpacho De Melon with pickled marinated tomato, anchovies and burrata mousse, and Gamba Roja al “Ajillo” with Mediterranean red prawn, garlic, chilli and smoked paprika.

Decked with delicately-crafted yuletide pastries that are almost too beautiful to eat, @florettebarsg Festive Afternoon Tea is a playful rendition of edible Christmas trees, baubles, reindeers and gifts, that surprise your palate with every bite. Highlights include the Black Forest Christmas Ball swathed in guanaja 70% dark chocolate, morello cherry confit, Christmas spices and kirsch bavarois.

The most wonderful time of the year calls for the most wonderful treats, arrayed in their beautifully handcrafted festive collection of yule logs, cakes, macarons, cookies and chocolate pralines. This season’s standout is Santa’s Belt, layered with chocolate almond sponge, white peach and cherry blossom mousse, mascarpone crémeux and pistachio feuilletine, a statement cake that is bound to bring smiles to the party.

📣 Call 6991 6875 or email [email protected] to reserve for Mosella. Call 6991 6876 or email [email protected] to reserve for Florette. Head to https://panpacificorchard.oddle.me/en_SG/ for the
Festive Goodies & Gourmet Takeaways.

🏢 10 Claymore Road Singapore 229540

Revel in a lavish feast this yuletide season with Food Capital’s extraordinary festive buffet at Grand Copthorne Waterfront.

Highlights include the below

Roasted Turkey

Honey Glazed Ham

Pâtisserie Wonderland

Alaskan King Crab Legs (exclusive on 24 ,25 and 31 Dec)

On New Year’s Eve and New Year Day, there will be the exquisite pairing of Caviar and Sea Urchin, a combination that delivers a perfect balance of briny and creamy notes.

📣 Call 6233 1338 , email [email protected] or reserve at https://www.tablecheck.com/en/mcil-grand-copthorne-waterfront-food-capital/reserve/landing?utm_source=kenpgl .

Shop at https://www.millenniumhotels.com/en/Offers/Asia/Grand-Copthorne-
Waterfront/Dining/Festive-Offers#/ for the takeaway festive offerings . Enjoy 10% off promotion from now to December 18 2023 for Grand Copthorne Waterfront takeaway festive offerings.

🏢 392 Havelock Road Singapore 169663

💲Cost: Prices start from $78++ per adult with 30% discount for My Millennium Members and Ala Carte Rewards members

Indulge in a culinary extravaganza at Kwee Zeen Sentosa in Sofitel Singapore Sentosa this festive season! Select from the Festive Sunday Brunch, SeafoodFest Yuletide Dinner Buffet, Christmas Brunch or the New Year’s Day Hangover Brunch. There will be an abundance of fresh seafood on ice, live stations with roast turkey and beef tomahawk, festive sweets such as log cakes, panettone and fruit cakes, and DIY Bloody Mary and Gin and Tonic stations.

Kids six years old and below enjoy complimentary dining. On Sundays, there will be a DJ spinning music and diners can enjoy complimentary access to the pool from 3pm to 7pm.

On Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, experience the magic of a season with Christmas carolling performances by the SMU Chamber Choir, filling the air with the spirit of festivity, as well as a bouncy castle and a visit from Santa Claus.

The Cliff Sentosa promises to wow with its festive menus for Christmas and New Year’s Eve. From the set menus, enjoy dishes created by Chef Paolo Benedet, including Duck Leg Confit with Truffle Mashed Potato, Roasted Turkey with Chestnut and Brussels Sprouts and Roasted Salmon Fillet with winter vegetables. Indulge in the Christmas Mega Brunch with fresh seafood and live stations and a myriad of Christmas treats.

Pastry Chef Woody Kong adds a yuletide touch to Le Bar Sentosa signature Afternoon Tea. Delight in savouries including the slow-cooked pulled turkey slider and cinnamon Manuka-glazed ham tartelette. Besides the staple, scones with clotted cream, bite into sweets such as the Christmas fruitcake and yule log.

📣 Book now at https://www.sofitel-singapore-sentosa.com/gastronomy/candlelight-2023-festivities/ .
🏢 2 Bukit Manis Road @sentosa_island Singapore 099891

Opus Bar & Grill at voco Orchard Singapore welcomes new welcomes veteran Chef Dean Bush as Executive Chef, bringing over two and a half decades of
culinary expertise and a wealth of knowledge in fine dining and international cuisine.

Chef Dean honed his craft across various luxury properties like The Savoy Group Resorts & Hotels, Hand Picked Hotels, Hotel du Vin and OXO Tower Restaurant during his time in London and Kent. Having spent the past thirteen years in Singapore, Chef Dean has managed the kitchens at renowned Marina Bay Sands club Ce La Vi Singapore , Harry’s Singapore , Wine Connection Group and the opening of several restaurants under international F&B groups for Potato Head Singapore and Meatliquor Singapore as Executive Chef. More recently, he served as Group Executive Chef at American smokehouse Meatsmith under the acclaimed Burnt Ends Hospitality Group.

Below are the dishes we have the opportunity to savor

Seared Hokkaido Scallops
Served with smoked celeriac purée, clam, trout roe, chive oil, ginger flower

Baked Bone Marrow
Wagyu beef cheek ragoût, pickled mustard seed, ponzu aioli, sourdough toast

Sanchoku Wagyu Tomahawk MBS4-5, Australia (1kg – 1.2kg) served with garlic sprouts and sides Opus Over-the-Top Fries dressed with foie gras fat, black truffle purée, Parmesan cheese and Char-grilled Green Beans with Furikake, Lemon Zest.

Whole Live Lobster 500G
Grilled lobster, paella, cherry tomato, ‘nduja, lemon

For desserts, there was the Jivara Floral Garden consisting of Passion Fruit Inspiration ganache, cassis micro sponge, dark chocolate cigars and Valrhona Jivara 40% praline milk chocolate lollipop.

📣 Call 6730 3390 or visit orcharddining.vocohotels.com/dining/opus-bar-grill to reserve.

Embark on a journey of indulgence with Portman’s Bar’s luxurious festive-themed Afternoon Tea at Parkroyal Collection Marina Bay, available from now until 4 January 2024!

Treat yourself to the exquisite flavours of freshly-baked Homemade Cranberry Scone with Clotted Cream and Cranberry Jam, alongside the delightful combination of Baked Brie Cheese with Honey. Experience the perfect harmony of flavours in the Charcoal Bun with Sustainable Salmon, Cream Cheese, and Urban Farm Dill. Other savoury delights include the Maize Roll, Waffle Basket, and Meat Loaf.

Indulge your sweet tooth with an irresistible selection of desserts. Delight in the Santa Hat, featuring Vanilla Mousse and Cherry Morello, or savour the Picnic Box, a decadent creation of Chocolate Mousse, Raspberry Compote, and Chocolate Sable.

Portman’s Bar’s Sweet Wagon awaits you with an assortment of Christmas Patisseries, Macaroons, Pralines, and Cookies, ensuring a delightful end to your culinary journey.

To complement the experience, Portman’s Bar offers a selection of wine and cocktails, including Taittinger Brut ($40++) and Bolla Prosecco ($30++) for those seeking a sparkling touch. Explore the Midnight Muse Cocktail ($30++) and Chimney Charmer Cocktail ($30++), specially crafted to enhance the festive spirit.
Additionally, delight in the freshness of Portman’s Bar’s Freshly Shucked Oysters at $20++ for half a dozen pieces.

📣 Call 6845 1119 or email [email protected] or visit https://bit.ly/yuletide-dreams-portmans-bar to reserve.

🏢 6 Raffles Boulevard Singapore 039594

This Yuletide season, Paradox Singapore Merchant Court shares the joy of Christmas with a slew of delights curated for heartwarming reunions which will be available from now to 31 December.

Ellenborough Market Café showcases a luxurious buffet spread with a Peranakan twist with festive specials such as Roasted Turkey and Brussels Sprouts Salad Seafood Cioppino , Ras El Hanout Pork Harissa Braised Beef, local specialties such as Cincalok Egg Omelette, Beef Rendang, and Curry Fish Head. Be spoilt for choice at the dessert spread which offers the likes of Cheng Teng, Nonya Burbur Cha Cha, Durian Pengat and a DIY shave ice counter that allows one to curate their own Ice Kachang or Chendol with over 10 different toppings to choose from.

This year, Executive Pastry Chef Ben Soo brings us on a whimsical journey with his creation, the Gnomes and Fairies Afternoon Tea. Presenting an assortment of 13 enthralling treats – featuring delights such as Winter Truffle, Chicken Roulade, Atlantic Lobster, Beed Vol Au Vent, Cherry Gateau, Mont Blanc, Chocolate Mint, Pistachio Cranberry, Traditional Rum Mix Fruit Cake, Stollen and Gingerbread Spices and Lemon Vanilla Scones.

📣 Call +65 6239 1847 / +65 6239 1848, email [email protected] to enquire. Reserve a table at Ellenborough Market Café via bit.ly/emc-reservations and at Crossroads Bar via bit.ly/crb-reservations.

🏢 20 Merchant Road Singapore 058281