Ken & Weiwei Singapore Food Journal

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

50% off every adult and Children 5 years old and below dine for free with every paying adult this Ramadan! Enjoy a hearty Iftar with friends and family at Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium Halal-certified buffet featuring local and international favorites from now to 1 May.

Indulge in a palatable buffet spread that includes a Roasted Whole Baby Lamb at the live carving station on weekends and an array of grilled meats like Spring Chicken, Lamb Chop, Sambal Squid and Otah-Otah. Not forgetting the stables like Beef Rendang, Ayam Masak Merah and Sambal Kang Kong as well as Executive Chef Chua’s Signature Laksa that will leave you craving for more.

There is also the mouthwatering seafood variety of Baby Abalone , Poached Tiger Prawn, Australian Black Mussel, Sea Whelk & Sweet Clam, Stone Crab Claw, Half Shell Scallop and Slow-baked Whole Seabass/Salmon. Live Stations offer Grilled Satay, Fresh Prata, Chef’s Signature Chicken Rice and Noodles such as Chef’s Signature Laksa, Mee Soto, Beef Noodles etc on rotation.

Look out for the likes of Syrian Style Lamb and White Bean Stew, Beef Meat Balls in Tomato Sauce, Turkish Beef Stew, Slow-baked Lamb Leg with Garlic Sauce, Beef Stroganoff, Moroccan Lamb Stew with Apricot on rotation. There is also a variety of Indian dishnes and Asian delights to indulge in as well.

Highlights for the Sweet Treats will be Chocolate Fondue, Uncle Hawker Ice Cream , DIY Ice Kachang and DIY Ice Chendol and Green Bean Soup with Durian. Khajoor (dates) and Bandung will be served as refreshments for breaking of fast and prayer room is available for use near the restaurant.

 WhatsApp 9114 0258, email [email protected] or head to singaporeatrium.holidayinn.com/ to book

 317 Outram Road Singapore 169075

Cost: 

Lunch Monday to Friday

Adult: $90.00++ Child $25.00++

Lunch Saturday, Sunday

Adult: $94.00++ Child $25.00++

Dinner Monday to Thursday

Adult: $110.00++ Child $30.00++

Dinner Friday to Sunday

Adult: $128.00++ Child $30.00++

1 May

Lunch: Adult: $94.00++ Child $25.00++

Dinner: Adult: $128.00++ Child $30.00++

Conrad Centennial Singapore is collaborating with Conrad Bangkok for Aroi Thai promotion at Oscar’s Buffet Restaurant. From now to 7 April 2023, guests will be treated to an authentic Thai culinary experience, showcasing the rich and diverse flavors of Thailand.

Oscar’s will be transformed into a Thai oasis, with exquisite decorations and traditional music to transport guests to the Land of Smiles. The restaurant’s chefs, under the guidance of Chef Chukiat Subsombut from Conrad Bangkok, have created a menu featuring a variety of Thai dishes, using only the freshest ingredients and authentic cooking techniques.

Guests can indulge in an array of appetizers, including traditional Tom Yum soup and Som Tam Live Station. For the main course, there will be a selection of stir-fried noodles and Charcoal Barbecue, including the famous Thai green curry and pad Thai.

To complete the Thai culinary experience, guests can enjoy a selection of mouth-watering Thai desserts, including sweet Mango and Sticky Rice Mousse Cake and Taro with Coconut Milk. A variety of traditional Thai beverages will also be served, including refreshing Thai iced teas.

Call 6432 7481 / 7357 , visit eatdrinkhilton.com/oscars/ or email [email protected] to reserve.

2 Temasek Boulevard Singapore 038982

Operating Hours: 6.00pm to 10.30pm

Cost: Monday & Tuesday: S$85++ per person

Wednesday to Sunday: S$95++ per person

Dao by Dorsett AMTD Singapore continues its commitment to champion the best of what Singapore has to offer by collaborating with burger specialists Crafted by Peter Zwiener. Renowned for its dry-aged, 100% Prime Beef Burgers and Specially Crafted Milkshakes, Crafted by Peter Zwiener will be firing up the outdoor barbeque at Dao by Dorsett AMTD Singapore to serve a specially compiled brunch menu of their hero dishes on 1 April and 2 April.

The set menu offers a choice between the Classic Burger consisting of 100% USDA Prime Black Angus Beef Patty) , Hensome Hog featuring Hokkaido Pork) , The Forbidden including Chicken and Sriracha or the Corn Fed Chicken Leg prepared with 220gm Sous Vide Whole Chicken Leg. Each dish comes with Crafted’s signature homemade BBQ sauce and a selection of sides including Buffalo Wings, Gambas Al Ajillo and Grilled Seasonal Vegetables. A selection of a la carte items will also be available to supplement the set menu of Hokkaido Pork Collar or Rib Eye Steak.

Crafted by Peter Zwiener much-loved milkshakes will also be on offer so guests can choose either the Million Dollar Smile made with Biscoff and Caramel) or the Mad about Mentha prepared with Chocolate and Mint to complement their meal. One can also opt for craft cocktails such as the Bourbon Firefly (Maker’s Mark, Agave Syrup, Chivas 12, Burnt Orange) or the lighter Mane Character (Brass Lion Singapore Gin, Passionfruit, Lime, Rosewater, Gunpower Tea), amidst a selection of other cocktails, mocktails, wine or beer.

 Bookings can be made at www.crafted.com.sg

 6 Shenton Way OUE Downtown 1 07-01 Singapore 068809

Sofitel Singapore City Centre is presenting Les Jardin du Sofitel in celebration of the global Vogue x Sofitel collaboration from now to 9 April 2023.

Taking inspiration from haute couture and spring fashion trends, the bar 1864 will be transformed into a botanical wonderland brimming with roses, eustomas, peonies, hydrangeas, and hanging wisterias that are reminiscent of a Parisian floral café. The elaborate set-up is crafted by the master artisans at The Floral Atelier , a luxury floral design studio whose roster of clients include Louis Vuitton, Dior, Saint Laurent, Cartier, Valentino, Tiffany & Co., and more.

Available from 2pm to 5pm daily, indulge in the botanical Afternoon Tea, one of the offerings on the menu alongside Savouries, Sweets, Cocktails and Mocktails. It comes with a choice of barista-style coffee or TWG tea of more than 20 premium blends including floral infusions such as Amour de Thé and Sakura! Sakura!

The Afternoon Tea consists of

Light Trufle Duck Rillettes Croquette with Apple Lavender

Cod Fish Brandade in Sakura Shell and Ikura Petit Smoked Salmon Sandwich with Caviar

Sliced Squid Salad with Pickled Chavote and Tomato Muscat Foam

Truffle Mixed Nuts and Brie Cheese Infused with Garnacha Syrah

Creamy Crab Meat with Lemon Chamomile

Pavlova with Exotic Fruits

Vanilla Ice Cream Bar

Saint Honoré Praline

Berries Chocolate Pot

Exotic Caramel Entremet

64% Chocolate Manjari Mousse

Blossom White Chocolate Bar

Strawberry Raisin Scone

Plain Scone

 Book at https://www.sofitel-singapore citycentre.com/gastronomy/gastronomy-1864/

 9 Wallich Street Singapore 078885

Cost: $150 for 2 pax

From now until 30 April 2023, Peppermint at Parkroyal Collection Marina Bay collaborates with One-Michelin-Starred Auntie Gaik Lean’s Old School Eatery to present a selection of heritage Peranakan dishes in an all-you-can-eat buffet.

Auntie Gaik Lean signature dishes are Brinjal Sambal, Egg Belanda , Kerabu Kacang Botol , Fish Curry Tumis and fragrant Assam Prawns that are perfect to go with Nasi Ulam. Bolder flavours are served in meat dishes like Curry Kapitan Beef Rendang . Dessert sweetens the whole affair with Pulut Hitam with Fresh Santan,  Ubi Kayu with Gula Melaka.

Her dishes complement Chef Leon Yee spread of age-old Peranakan

recipes from his great grandmother, showcasing all-time favourites, such as 

Ayam Buah Keluak, Itek Sio, Sustainable Crispy Barramundi, served with Udang Kering, Black Angus Beef Oxtail Pongteh, the popular Wok Fried Seafood Dry 

Laksa, and the signature Blue Pea Rice Lemak, served with Spicy Coconut. Desserts include traditional favourites, such as Pulut Hitam Cake, Pandan Kaya Cake with house-made Kaya, as well as Bubor Cha Cha, Chendol Cake, Ondeh Ondeh Swiss Roll, served with Gula Melaka, and more.

During the holy season of Ramadan, diners can enjoy complimentary refreshments, Iced Bandung and Pandan Iced Tea, specially concocted to kick-start Iftar.

 Call +65 6845 1111 , email [email protected] or head to https://bit.ly/Peppermint-sg to reserve.

 6 Raffles Boulevard Level 4 Singapore 039594

Cost: 

Weekday Lunch 12.00pm to 2.30pm

$68++ (Adult) $34++ (Child)

Weekday Dinner 6.30pm to 11.00pm

$98++ (Adult) $49++ (Child)

Weekend Lunch 12.00pm to 3.00pm 

$78++ (Adult) $39++ (Child)

Weekend Dinner 6.30pm to 11.00pm

$108++ (Adult) $54++ (Child)

Guests aged 55 years and above* to dine for $55 nett during lunch from now until 21 April. Children below the age of 12* dine for free with every one paying adult guest on weekends for lunch from now until 21 Apr.