Ken & Weiwei Singapore Food Journal

Waterfall Ristorante Italiano offers Southern Italian classics that are served up with seasonal produce. Located in the Garden Wing of Shangri-La Singapore , the restaurant resembles a cosy Italian abode with intimate seating arrangements.

Helmed by Chef Simone Loisi, one can look forward to the Domenica All’italiana Sunday Buffet from now to 31 Dec. There is an extensive selection of Charcuterie to begin with such as Parma Ham, Mortadella, Salami, Bacon and Cheese Selection ranging from Parmesan Cheese, Provolone, Ricotta to Burrata, Buffalo and Gorgonzola Taleggio.

This is followed by Salad Bar and Antipasti Caldi (Hot Starters) consisting of Tomato Bruschetta, Pan Pizza, Fried Calamari, Fried Cod and Rice Suppli. Secondi (Main Course) includes the likes of Rotisserie Chicken, Grilled Octopus, Roasted Angus Beef Striploin, The Famous Porchetta , Broccoli and Seafood Soup . There is also Assorted Freshly Cooked Pasta for you to choose from.

End off the meal with Desserts such as Tiramisu, Panna Cotta, Cannoli, Profiterole, Assorted Fresh Fruits, Ice Cream and Sorbet.

 Call 6213 4398 , email [email protected] or head to https://www.shangri-la.com/singapore/shangrila/dining/restaurants/waterfall/#offers to book

 22 Orange Grove Road Shangri-La Singapore Level One Garden Wing Singapore 258350

 Opening Hours: 

Daily: 12.00pm to 2.30pm, 6.00pm to 10.00pm

Cost: 

$78++ per person (including one coffee or tea). Add on $20++ free flow of soft drink, juice, coffee and tea , $68++ free flow of alcoholic beverage package inclusive of Prosecco Ruggeri, Fantini Chardonnay and Fantini Montepulciano D’Abruzzo

In celebration of Mother’s and Father’s Day this year,  the team of chefs at Ya Ge Singapore 雅阁 in Orchid Hotel has specially lined up an ensemble of heart-warming feasts perfect for families get-togethers and pay homage to the two most important persons in one’s life.

Four delectable five to eight-course set menus attractively-priced at $78 per person, $468 for 5 persons and $1288 for 10 persons featuring Ya Ge’s signature dishes and familiar classics with a modern taste are available for dine-in from 1 to 14 May (Mother’s Day) and 5 to 18 June (Father’s Day) 2023.

Featured here are the dishes for the 幸福安康套餐 Parents’ Day Set Menu $468++ for 5 persons.

松露三星饺，百香果虾球，秘制叉烧

Truffle Dumpling with King Oyster and Shiitake Mushroom, Sautéed Prawn in Passion Fruit Sauce, Roasted BBQ Pork

花旗参石斛炖鸡汤

Double-boiled Chicken Soup with American Ginseng and Dendrobium

松露酱炒百合芦笋带子

Sautéed Hokkaido Fresh Scallop, Lily Bulb and Asparagus with Truffle Paste

乌梅排⻣皇

Baked Pork Prime Rib marinated with Ume Sauce

清蒸笋壳⻥

Steamed Marble Goby (Soon Hock) in Hong Kong Style

上汤瑶柱有机黑杞子百合浸波菜

Poached Spinach with Organic Black Goji Berries, Dried Scallops

and Lily Bulbs in Superior Broth

鲍⻥仔鲍汁荷叶饭

Steamed Glutinous Rice with Baby Abalone and Abalone Sauce wrapped in Lotus Leaf

燕窝蛋挞伴姜茶汤圆

Oven-baked Bird’s Nest Egg Tart accompanied with Glutinous Rice Ball in Ginger Tea

 Call 6818 6831 , WhatsApp 8031 6831 or email [email protected] to reserve

 1 Tras Link Level 3 Orchid Hotel Singapore 078867

 Opening Hours: 

Daily: 11.30am to 2.30pm, 5.30pm to 10.00pm

Cost: 

Set Menu at $78.00 for 2 pax, $468.00 for 5 pax, $1288.00 at 6 course or 8 course for 10 pax

Journey through Asia with the best of Asian delicacies refined with modern interpretations, right in the heart of Orchard Road at Eden Restaurant in Pullman Singapore Orchard !

Set in a stunning, light-filled glasshouse,  its menu offers diverse flavors of Asia with an elevated yet modern twist. Dine to the backdrop of high-energy, live cooking stations while savoring their breakfast buffet or ala carte menu items.

The highlight of our meal is undoubtedly their daily special item Grilled Seabass , the pearl white flesh is succulent while its skin has a perfect crisp. We began our meal with starters Duck Salad and Tuna Ceviche with Ikura followed by mains Steamed Atlantic Cod Fillet and Satay Lamb Rack. The Coconut Pandan Tart at the end left us with sweet memories of our dining experience at Eden Restaurant.

 Call 6603 8888, email [email protected] or head to https://www.edenrestaurant.sg to reserve. Enjoy complimentary parking with a minimum spend of $20.00 at any of the hotel’s outlets or with no minimum spend from 11.00am to 2.00pm.

 270 Orchard Road Level 4 Singapore 238857

 Opening Hours: Daily: 6.30am to 11.00pm 

Relish the Essence of Spring at Osteria BBR By Alain Ducasse in Raffles Hotel Singapore ! Thoughtfully curated by Chef de Cuisine Natalino Ambra, savour new contemporary Italian creations that encapsulate the flavours and senses of the vibrant springtime bloom.

Featured here is the Amuse Bouche and highlights of the spring menu that brings forth a delectable array of Italian specialities.

Burrata Pugliese, Fave, Asparagi – Apulian Burrata Cheese, Broad Beans, Green Asparagus        

Capesante Scottate, Piselli Verdi, Condimento Alla Mandorla – Seared Sea Scallops, Green Peas, Almond Condiment

Lattuga Marinata, Astice, Salsa Tartare – Marinated Romaine Lettuce, Poached Lobster, Orange Tartara Sauce 

Risotto Acquerello, Asparagi, Scampi A Vapore Scorza Di Limone – Acquerello Risotto, Green Asparagus, Langoustine, Lemon Zest 

Carre Di Agnelo Alla Griglia – Char-coal Grilled Australian Lamb Rack 

Fagiolini Al Salto – Sauteed Green Beans

Barbabietole Di Stagione, Burro, Limone – Mixed Seasonal Beetroots, Butter And Lemon Sauce  

Patate Al Forno – Roasted Baby Potatoes 

Limone Di Amalfi – Amalfi Lemon Composition, Olive Oil Cream, Mint Sorbet

Guests can choose to pair the different dishes with the below recommended wine.

Fratelli Bortollin 

Valdobiadenne-DOCG 

Ca dei Frati 

Lugana DOC – 2021 

Cecchi – Le corti dei Podesta 

Chianti DOCG-2018 

Domaine Cauhapé 

Jurançon-2019

 Call 6412 1816, email [email protected] or head to https://osteriabbr.com.sg to reserve

 1 Beach Rd Singapore 189673

 Opening Hours: 

Monday, Thursday to Saturday: 12.00pm to 2.30pm , 6.00pm to 9.45pm 

Sunday Brunch: 12.00pm to 3.00pm

Tuesday and Wednesday: Closed

Long weekends are coming up! Thinking of where to dine with your family and friends? Head to Food Exchange at Novotel Singapore On Stevens for a lavish spread of international delicacies ranging from local delights to Asian favourites and Western picks

I was recently at their Eggstraordinary Easter Brunch Buffet that inculded specially curated dishes on top of their usual Sunday Brunch. For the regular Sunday Brunch spread, begin with Eggs Benedict on Smoked Chicken Ham, Herb Sausage Cassoulet, Oven-baked Cajun Chicken on Cous Cous with Pineapple Salsa, Creamy Tomato Seafood Marinara on Penne, Truffle Mashed Potatoes, and more. Other stations include Seafood on Ice, Indian Fish Curry, Dal Tadka, Laksa, Sesame Soba Noodle Salad, a fine selection of Gourmet Cheese & Crackers, and irresistible dessert spread such as Chocolate Fondue and Waffle with Ice cream.

Beef lovers can upgrade to the Premium Carvery* ($168++ per set, serves 4 to 6 pax), consisting of a whopping 1.2kg Black Angus Tomahawk served with Poached Eggs, colourful greens such as Asparagus, Herb Roasted Chat Potatoes, Maple Roasted Pumpkin, Vine Cherry Tomatoes, and freshly baked Dinner Rolls with Whipped Butter. There is also a free-flow alcohol package ranging from $58 to $78++ per person to complement the meal. Besides Sunday Brunch, Food Exchange also offers All Day Dining A La Carte dishes.

Book at https://www.novotel-singapore-stevens.com/restaurants-bars/food-exchange/

28 Stevens Road Singapore 257878

Operating Hours: Daily 12.00pm to 2.30pm, 6.00pm to 10.00pm

Cost: Adult $88.00 , Child below 12 $45.00

Famed for its impeccable tenderness and amazing flavours, John Stone Irish Beef has been crowned as the very best in the world. From now to 31 May, Crossroads Cafe at Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel will be bringing beef lovers the best of Irish beef!

Featured here is firstly the Braised Irish Beef Short Ribs served with Battered Fried Oysters , Jerusalem Artichoke Puree and Guinness Bacon Sauce. There is also the 28 Day Dry Aged Whiskey Bone in Striploin 1.1kg paired with Truffle Foie Gras Jus, Steak Fries, Sourdough With Garlic Infused Beef Tallow and Grilled Romaine Caesar Salad which caters for 2 to 4 persons.

Diners can also add on the likes of popular menu items such as Calamari , Spicy Buffalo Wings as well as desserts Chocolate Lava Cake and Kuro Goma Creme Brulee to complete the meal.

 320 Orchard Road Singapore 238865

 Operating Hours:
Sunday to Thursday 11.00am to 12.00am
Friday, Saturday 11.00am to 1.30am

#OurWorldIsYourPlayground as the newest 5-star hotel in Singapore Pullman Singapore Orchard promises a time of immense joy and fun in the heart of Orchard Road . For my recent stay at the Club Residence, I checked in online and received a digital key and one can enjoy the convenience of full in-room automation from their phone.

Exclusive to Club Residence and Suite Guests and Accor Live Limitless Platinum, Diamond and Limitless members , The Archive Club is a thoughtfully curated space to play, work and socialise where one can enjoy free flow snacks and beverages from 11am to 11pm. Evening cocktails and small bites are available from 5pm to 7pm.

The P.S.O. Beach Club is the first-of-its-kind in Orchard Road which offers guests the chance to relax and space to perform at their best, with ambient music, cozy cabanas, sun beds, a striking pool and a swim-up pool bar. There is the Press for Rosé button for one to order their drinks to enjoy at the side of the pool.

At Atelier Lounge, there is an extensive selection of beverages and the cocktall programme has been designed in partnership with Oriental Spirits; marrying their artisanal spirits from the Orient with the finest regional ingredients.

Eden Restaurant is set in a stunning, light-filled glasshouse and its menu offers diverse flavors of Asia with an elevated yet modern twist. Dine to the backdrop of high-energy, live cooking stations while savoring their breakfast buffet or ala carte menu items.

Find out more at https://www.pullmansingaporeorchard.com

270 Orchard Road Singapore 238857

InterContinental Hotels & Resorts is set to unveil a new series of fully immersive experiences across Singapore, Australia and Japan as well as display, for the first time, a collection of one-of-a-kind NFTs (non-fungible tokens) as an extension of its partnership with acclaimed British contemporary artist Claire Luxton.

A whimsical pop-up in InterContinental Singapore will bring Claire Luxton’s NFT to life. From now to 30 April 2023, guests are welcome to explore and learn more about the collaboration within a 2m-by-2m organza floral display designed in partnership with Luxton.

At The Lobby Lounge , guests can indulge in a Claire-Luxton-inspired cocktail, mocktail, or tart created by the hotel’s Executive Chef Kenny Chung and mixologist, Dora Amurao. The Secret Garden cocktail (S$32++) mixes Lavender Infused Gin, Sambuca, Banana Liquer Giffard Farfait Amour, Lemon Juice and Hibiscus Syrup Passion Fruit Foam. Claire Luxton’s artwork is displayed on top of a Mixed Berries Bubble Foam. Bloom and Blossom (S$25++) presents an alcohol-free version of the drink. Citrus sponge cake and sable biscuit are topped with elderflower mousse, raspberry and rosella marmalade and glazed to form the Rosella tart (S$26++ per serving). Yuzu cream, edible flowers and lime sauce complete the tart.

Guests and visitors are also able to enjoy an array of immersive experiences curated in partnership with Claire Luxton at InterContinental Sydney and InterContinental Osaka. With 207 open InterContinental hotels and more than 90 in the pipeline globally, the brand is inspiring a new chapter of worldly destinations. Recent openings include Khao Yai in Thailand, and Australia’s Mornington Peninsula in Victoria as well as the upcoming openings of InterContinental Bangkok Sukhumvit, InterContinental Chiang Mai Mae Ping and the highly anticipated reopening of InterContinental Bangkok after its multi-million dollar renovation.

 80 Middle Road Singapore 188966

 Operating Hours
Sunday to Thursday: 11.30am to 11.00pm
Friday, Saturday: 11.30am to 12.00am

Peony Jade in Amara Singapore proudly launches Singapore’s first Omakase-style handcrafted seasonal dim sum creations with their ala carte brunch menu featuring more than 30 Cantonese classics.

Each diner will be able to order unlimited free flow of these 30 Cantonese classics together with 2 premium complimentary delicacies , one serving of the Double-boiled Buddha Jumps- Over-The-Wall and the Baked Local Lobster with Cheese (half a lobster). Created by Chef Ben Yapp , the highlight will be the below cosmo of flavours in swoon-worthy art forms themed The Four Seasons with 3 creations in each.

Spring’s Allure 春•随网

荔枝甘露滴贵妃 “LITCHI EMPRESSS”
Crisp “Gui-Fei” Litchi Dumpling with Prawn Mousse,

沖绳黑糖黑豚叉烧包 “BAO U HAPPY”
Steamed BBQ Okinawa Brown Sugared Kurobuta Pork “Char-Siu Bao”, and

醉天使水晶饺 “ANGELIC DRUNKEN”
Steamed Crystal Dumpling with Crab Meat infused with Sake, Chinese Wine, and Plum Wine

Summer Romance- 夏・錦雨

眀焼B流心鵪鶉1焼妻 “SHOW-MAI”
Steamed Julienned Prawns, Kurobuta Pork, Quail Egg “Shui Mai”, Burnt Mentaiko Sauce Molten

麻香龙趸咸蛋酥 “GAROU-PUFF”
Crisp-fried Salted Egg Yolk Puff Pastry with Giant Garoupa Fillet

松露油卵虾饺皇 “HARGAU MANIC”
Steamed “Har-Gau” perfumed with Truffle Oil, Topped with Shoyu Salmon Caviar

Autumn Aglow – 秋•落叶

鳗鱼牛油果米蓋 “UNA”
Grilled Unagi, Homemade Crisp Rice Cracker, Avocado Wrap

秋菊香茜春卷“CHRYSANTHEMUM BLOSSOM”
Crisp Popiah Skin, with Julienned Prawn, Coriander

胶原蛋白汁蜗牛酥 “ESCARGOT»
Crisp Puff Pastry, Julienned Escargot, Collagen-rich Creamy White Sauce

Winter Sonata – 冬•雪恋

猫山王榴莲蝶恋肠粉 “FUN-KY NYONYA”
Chilled Black Gold MSW Durian Pengat Cheong Fun, with roasted crushed peanuts

竹炭流心芝士塔 “SAY CHEEZE”
Baked Japan Healthy Bamboo Charcoal Molten Philadelphia Cheese Tart

玉河畔香芋流沙包 “ORHNI U”
Peony Jade’s Signature Molten ‘Lava’ Orhni Bun

 Call 62769138 , 88868913 or email [email protected] to reserve

 165 Tanjong Pagar Road, Level 2 Singapore 088539

 Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays
10.30am to 12.15pm , 12.45pm to 2.30pm

Cost:
$68++ per adult
$48++ per child [6 to 12 years old]
Minimum 4 to dine

Three Michelin-starred Chef Anne-Sophie Pic has artfully curated the Spring Menu at La Dame De Pic in Raffles Hotel Singapore. Gourmet French cuisine at its finest, her exquisite creations will leave you in awe.

An important component of the dining experience, the beverage menu presents an elaborate and diverse collection of pairings to add both intensity and harmony in the delicate art of pairing. Featured here are the highlights of the menu.

Amuse Bouche

Kuruma Tiger Prawn with Oscietra Caviar, Smoked Burrata and Amela Tomato

Green Asparagus with Ginger, Wasabi, Rocket and Matcha

Les Berlingots , Pasta parcels filled with Pea Purée and prepared with Sake and Pepper Leaves Beurre Blanc

Langoustine with Romaine lettuce, Nori, Cedrat, Chartreuse and herb of grace

A4 Wagyu Tenderloin with Beeswax, Lemongrass and Gin

Brillat-Savarin made with Jackfruit and Orange Blossom

Chocolate Mint Mousse consisting of Coconut Panna Cotta,  Sorbet and Pandan from La Dame de Pic Garden

 Book a table at https://www.ladamedepic.com.sg/menu/

 1 Beach Rd Singapore 189673

 Opening Hours: 

Tuesday: 6.30pm to 8.45pm

Wednesday to Saturday: 12.00pm to 1.45pm, 6.30pm to 8.45pm

Sunday, Monday Closed