Ken & Weiwei Singapore Food Journal

Origin Grill welcomes Chef de Cuisine Simon Bell, an Australian culinary expert who began his career in 2008.

He plans to enhance Origin Grill dining concept by introducing innovative menu dishes, elevating signature Josper Charcoal Grilled Steaks with uncommon cuts, creating bold, flavor-focused dishes, and incorporating Southeast Asian influences to celebrate vibrant flavors,

We started with the below recommended appetizers

Seasonal Oysters Two Pieces
Tamarind, Calamansi, Chili, Gula Melaka, Coriander

Wagyu Tartare
Blackmore MB3 Eye Round, Capers, Shallot,
Pepper Leaf, Quail Egg, Croissant

Hokkaido Scallop
Kombu Butter, Cucumber, Sea Grapes

Char Grilled Octopus
Fremantle Octopus, Chickpea, Peppers, Green Tomato, Lime, Walnut

Next we had the below steaks. The beef is grilled in the Josper oven, over a combination of iron bark wood and charcoal at 400 degrees celsius, giving a charred finish adding a depth of flavour to
their meat.

Kagoshima 200g
A4 Craft Wagyu
Kyushu, Striploin

W. Black 200g
Full Blood Wagyu, 350 Days Grain Fed,
NSW, Hanging Tender

The steaks can be paired with a variety of sides and featured here are the Charred Carrots and Baked Rice

We headed over to Origin Bar for after dinner drinks and enjoyed a tipple of the below cocktails. Origin Bar has recently been named in the first edition of The Pinnacle Guide, a new recognition system for the world’s top bars.

DOLLAR, DOLLAR, MILLION
Vanilla, Saffron, Gold, Vitamin C, Roku Gin

GRAPES
Green Grapes, Bergamot, Soju, Monkey 47

📣 Call 6213 4398 , email [email protected] or head to https://www.shangri-la.com/singapore/shangrila/dining/restaurants/origin-grill/?gad_source=1&gclsrc=ds to reserve.

🏢 22 Orange Glove Road Lobby Level Singapore 258350

Spent the weekend at Pullman Singapore Orchard, conveniently located in the heart of Orchard Road, providing easy access to all the major shopping malls nearby.

Access to my Club Residence room is through the digital room key which is emailed to you a few days before the stay. From there, one can head to Archive Club where there is complimentary all-day non-alcoholic beverages and freshly prepared canapes (hot & cold) with 12 different types of wines including champagne, as well as an extensive array of spirits, cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks from 5pm to 7pm.

Take a swim in the pool at PSO Beach Club or head to Atelier Lounge for snacks and to enjoy coffee from Common Man Coffee Roasters, and locally produced craft beer from Brewlander.

Throughout May and June, one can experience the pinnacle of craftsmanship and creativity with The Macallan Double Cask range, a sensory journey unlike any other. Discover the intricate blend of European and American oak, meticulously seasoned with sherry from the famed vineyards of Jerez de la Frontera, Spain.

There are 3 specially curated cocktails

Ito Togarashi Sour – $25++ each
The Macallan Double Cask 12 Years Old, Sesame Honey Infused, Fresh Lemon Juice, Chilli Bitters, Shredded Togarashi

Charming Brew – $25++ each
The Macallan Double Cask 12 Years Old, Cold Brew Ceylon Ginger, Honey & Mint Tea, Carbonated Water

Cantaloupe Old Fashioned – $32++ each
The Macallan Double Cask 15 Years Old, Cantaloupe Molasses, Aromatic Bitters, Sherried Cherry

Happy Hour at Atelier Lounge is available in May and June from 4pm to 8pm where one can enjoy Trouble Brewing craft beers at $10 each and select any 2 of Classic Cheese Board and Charcuterie Board at $24.

📣 Call 6603 8888 or find out more at https://www.pullmansingaporeorchard.com

🏢 270 Orchard Road Singapore 238857

Publico at InterContinental Singapore Robertson Quay offers a taste of Italy in Singapore, emphasizing authentic and evocative Italian flavors. This award-winning restaurant and bar provides a multi-sensory culinary experience, featuring contemporary Italian dishes like house-made pastas and hand-pulled wood-fired pizzas.

Publico unveils a revamped menu, featuring new and exciting dishes alongside their signature house-made pastas and hand-pulled, wood-fired pizzas. Featured here are

WELCOME DRINK
Ciao Monte
Vodka, Amaro, Dry Vermouth, Absinthe, Ginger Beer, Lime, Mint, Blackberries

ANTIPASTI
Focaccia
Freshly Baked Every Day, Peppercorn & Herb Oil, 8-Year Aged Balsamic

Smoked Burrata & Aged Parma Ham
Smoked Burrata, Nduja Sausage, Aged Parma Ham, Tomato Jam, Focaccia

Tartare di Gamberi Rosso
Marinated Sicilian Red Prawns, Avocado Mousse, Whipped Burrata Pesto, Pickled Shallots

HOUSE MADE PIZZA & PASTA
Seafood Calamarata
Sous Vide Lobster Tail, Prawns, Mussels, Baby Squid, Cherry Tomatoes, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Soft Herbs

Guanciale Pizza
Pumpkin Cream, Goat’s Cheese, Friarielli, Pumpkin Seeds

SECONDI
Black Cod
Pan Seared, Warm Sundred Tomato & Prosciutto Couscous Salad, Charred Asparagus, Citrus Butter

DOLCE
Olive Oil Cake
Whipped Mascarpone Cream, Prosecco Macerated Strawberries, Frangelico
Salted Caramel

Balsamic Pannacotta
8-Year Aged Balsamic, Vanilla Biscotti, Strawberry Fluid Gel

Publico Garden Sling
Gin, Orange Liqueur, Vermouth Bianco, Maraschino, Green Apple, Ginger Ale, Bitter

📣 Call 6826 5076 , email [email protected] or head to https://www.publico.sg/about to reserve

🏢 1 Nanson Road Singapore 238909

Cafe 2000 at M Hotel Singapore is offering 1-for-1 and Dine 4 Pay 3 promotion for its Meatilicious Buffet available from now to 6 June.

The Meatilicious feast stars the Chargrilled Tomahawk with Kampot Peppers, available exclusively on Fridays and Saturdays, along with beloved classics like the Chef Signature’s 8-Hour Slow-roasted Brisket, Roast Lamb Leg, German Pork Knuckle, Citrus-glazed Poulet, Grilled Beef Striploin with crushed black peppers, Herbed Pork Sausages, and more tantalizing delights.

All the meats are perfectly complemented by a wide selection of sides, including a Charcuterie Board, Potato Salad, Organic Salad, and Coleslaw. Plus, enjoy unlimited fresh seafood on ice, featuring Poached Alaskan Snow Crabs on Friday and Saturday evenings.

For desserts, the highlight is the Musang King Durian Puree Pengat available on Fridays and Saturdays. There is also an Ice Kachang corner, and other artisanal sweet treats like Banoffee Pannacotta, Espresso Crème Brulee, and Salted Ondeh Cake.

📣 Call 65006112 , email [email protected] or head to https://www.millenniumhotels.com/en/offers/asia/m-hotel-singapore/dining/cafe-2000/meatilicious-buffet/?hotel=m-hotel-singapore-city-centre#/ to reserve.

🏢 81 Anson Road Singapore 079908

💲Cost:
Sunday to Thursday Dinner $78++ (6pm to 10pm)
Friday & Saturday Dinner $88++ (Dine 4 Pay 3, 6pm to 10pm)
Saturday and Sunday Lunch $78++ (Dine 4 Pay 3 , 12pm to 2.30pm)

Add-on $20++  for Free-flow Beer, M Wine and Soft Drinks

Peppermint at Parkroyal Collection Marina Bay presents Seoul Good!, a vibrant and exciting Korean food promotion that celebrates the rich and diverse culinary traditions of Korea.

From now to 31 May 2024, one can expect a wide array of traditional and contemporary Korean dishes, meticulously crafted by Peppermint’s Chef de Cuisine Leon Yee and his culinary team.

Look forward to an extensive selection of Korean dishes Korean Cheese Grilled Lobster, Yangnyeom-Tongdak & Dakgangjeong (Fried Korean Spicy & Garlic Soy Crispy Chicken), Gogi-Gui (Korean-style BBQ Premium Meat, served with Lettuce & Condiments), Samgyetang (Ginseng Chicken Soup), Gulguk (Korean Oyster Noodle Soup), Kkotgetang (Korean Crab Stew), Nakji Bokkeum (Spicy Stir-fried Giant Octopus with Cheese), Beef Doenjang Jigage (Wagyu Oxtail Soybean Paste Stew), Tteokbokki (Hot & Spicy Rice Cake), Banchan (Korean Side Dishes), and more!

To end the meal on a sweet note, diners can enjoy a selection of Korean desserts, such as Kkwabaegi (Twisted Korean Donuts), Hotteok (Korean Sweet Pancake), and Korean Cream Cheese Garlic Bread.

📣 Call 6845 1112, email [email protected], or visit https://www.panpacific.com/en/hotels-and-resorts/pr-collection-marina-bay/offers/seoul-good-korean-buffet.html to reserve.

🏢 6 Raffles Boulevard Singapore 039594

💲Cost:
Weekday Lunch (Mondays to Fridays, excluding public holidays, 12:00pm to 2:30pm)
$72++ per adult and $36++ per child (6 to 12 years old)

Weekday Dinner (Mondays to Thursdays, excluding eve of public holidays and public holidays, 6:30pm to 10:00pm)
$98++ per adult and $49++ per child (6 to 12 years old)

Weekend Lunch (Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays, 12:00pm to 3:00pm)
$82++ per adult and $41++ per child (6 to 12 years old)

Weekend Dinner (Fridays to Sundays, eve of public holidays and public holidays, 6:30pm to 10:00pm)]
$112++ per adult and $56++ per child (6 to 12 years old)

Seafood enthusiasts, brace yourselves for an unparalleled culinary experience at Window on the Park in Holiday Inn Singapore Orchard City Centre.

From now to 30 June, there will be an enticing 1-for-1 promotion Crab Cravings Seafood Buffet for Friday & Saturday Dinner and Saturday Brunch, perfect for indulging in one’s love for crab. Delve into a culinary journey boasting a diverse selection of crab delicacies such as Singapore Chilli Crab with Mantou , Black Pepper Crab, Salted Eggs Crab, Kam Hiong Crab, White Pepper Crab , Pei Fong Tong Crab and Mala Crab.

This is on top of the Seafood Bar offering Live Cooked Prawns , Scallop on Shell, Cooked Snow Crab Legs and Oysters as well as the likes of Blue Swimmer Crab Meat with Sweet Corn, Braised Crab Meat & Seafood Soup, Braised Flower Crab White Bee Hoon , Alaska Crab Meat Fried Kway Teoh and Grilled Mud Crab, Grilled Lobster and Crab Briyani Rice served on rotation.

📣 Call 6733 8333, WhatsApp +65 9298 0019, email [email protected] or head to https://singaporeorchard.holidayinn.com/offer/crab-cravings-seafood-buffet for reservations.

🏢 11 Cavenagh Road Singapore 229616

💲Cost:
Crab Cravings Buffet Dinner
Daily, 6 pm to 10 pm
Adult: $130++ (1-for-1)
Child: $40++

Crab Cravings Weekend Buffet Brunch
Saturday and Sunday, 11.45 am to 2.30 pm
Adult: $130++ (1-for-1)
Child: $40++

Sofitel Singapore Sentosa invites guests to indulge in a new French Tropical Afternoon Tea amid views of serenity and the South China Sea.

Spend the afternoon at LeBar Sentosa with Pastry Chef Woody Kong’s three-tier selection of sweet and savoury bites. For a savoury start, reach out for the Croque Monsieur (Turkey Ham, Gruyère, Pineapple Compote, Buttery Croissant), Canard à l’Orange (Smoked Duck Breast, Candied Orange, Chèvre Mousse, Tartelette), Tarte au Brie de Meaux (Pâte de Coing, Millefeuille), Craquelin de Foie Gras (Foie Gras Mousseline, Choux au Craquelin, Apricot Jam) and Classic Cucumber Sandwich (Japanese Cucumber, Fresh Dill, Crème Fraîche).

End the afternoon on a sweet note with Macarons à la Vanille (White Chocolate Ganache, Passion Fruit Cream), Panna Cotta au Chocolat (Valrhona Manjari 64% Chocolate, Banana Sauce), Paris-Brest Noisette (Hazelnut Paste, Apricot Mousseline), Tarte au Citron Meringuée (Lemon Curd, Meringue) and Financier à la Pistache (Pistachio, Orange Chantilly). The afternoon tea is also served with butter and cranberry scones, clotted cream and raspberry jam, with free-flowing Nespresso coffee or TWG tea.

📣 Call 6708 8310 , email: [email protected] or head to https://www.sofitel-singapore-sentosa.com/offers/french-tropical-afternoon-tea/ to book

🏢 2 Bukit Manis Road Sentosa Singapore 099891

💲Cost: 1pm to 5pm daily
$88++ for two adults, $45++ per adult.
Inclusive of free-flowing Nespresso coffee or TWG tea.

Accor Plus members’ special: One dines free with three paying adults and the member also enjoys a complimentary glass of rosé wine. Quote “Accor Plus Special Dining Privileges” upon reservation.

From now to 30 June 2024, relish the versatility of Foie Gras with the decadent Foie Gras Mushroom Pasta and exquisite pan-seared Foie Gras for the Meat and Foie Gras Fest Buffet at Ellenborough Market Café in Paradox Merchant Court Singapore ! Alternatively, savour these alongside succulent Crispy Roasted Duck and hearty Beef Bourguignon. Elevate the experience with piping hot Shawarma wrapped in warm pita bread.

This is served in additional to crowd favourites Seafood On Ice featuring Hyogo Oyster, Tiger Prawns, Whelks, Green Mussel and White Clams, Singapore Chilli Crabs and Barramundi. Desserts such as Mango Sago Pomelo Pudding, Foie Gras Crème Brulee, Durian Pengat and Warabi Mochi complete the meal.

📣 Call 6239 1847 / 6239 1848, email email [email protected] or
order it online via https://www.paradoxhotels.com/singapore/dining/ellenborough-market-cafe

🏢 20 Merchant Road Singapore 058281

💲Cost: $98 adult , $42 child

Experience A Taste of Switzerland in Singapore at Hotel Swissôtel The Stamford where CLOVE Restaurant presents a distinctive buffet journey showcasing Swiss destinations. Coinciding with Swiss Weeks 2024, this special offering runs from now to May 31.

Explore savory delights like Raclette cheese from Valais, tender veal dishes from Zurich, and hearty soups from Graubünden. This lavish buffet spread invites food aficionados to uncover Switzerland’s culinary treasures.

On top of these Swiss offerings, there are also the regular Seafood On Ice, Japanese Sashimi, Carving Station favorites Roast Angus Beef Ribeye, Roasted Barramundi and Maple Glazed Gammon Ham.

Guests can savor the Swiss beverages with a tipple. There are cocktails like the Jungfrau with gin, elderflower liqueur, lemon juice, and alpine herb infused syrup, and the Schilthorn featuring St. George Pear Brandy, Absinthe, Cucumber juice, Mint syrup, Lemon juice, and Blue Curacao.

One can also opt for Clove’s Swiss wines and beers, including the Sparkling Rose de Noirs from Jean Michel Novelle, Domaine La Colombe’s La Combe Rouge red wine, and Kronenbourg 1664 Blanc beer.

📣 Call 6431 6156 , email [email protected] or head to https://www.swissotel-singapore-stamford.com/restaurants-bars/clove/ to reserve.

🏢 2 Stamford Road Singapore 178882

💲Cost:
Monday to Thursday 6pm to 10pm,
Saturday 12.30pm to 3pm
$88 per adult
$44 per child (6 to 12 years old)
.

Indulge your love for sweets with Portman’s Bar’s chocolate-themed afternoon tea experience at Parkroyal Collection Marina Bay from now to 4 July !

Crafted by Chef de Cuisine Leon Yee and Pastry Chef Christopher Eng, Portman’s Bar’s Chocoholic Bliss Afternoon Tea showcases a delectable assortment of chocolate-infused savories and sweets below.

SCONES
Home-made Double Chocolate • Clotted Cream, Strawberry Jam, Chocolate Ganache and Vanilla Scone

SAVOURIES
Caprese Tart – Vine Tomato, Mozzarella Bocconcini, Chocolate Balsamic

Camembert Cheese – Chocolate Pearl, Fig Jam, Hazelnut

Crepe – Smoked Chicken, Cornichon, Mustard

Waffle Basket – Duck Rillette, Orange, Chocolate

Lamb Skewer – Cocoa Rub, Homemade Red Onion Pickles

Sustainable Salmon – White Chocolate, Cauliflower, Dill

Moussaka – Plant Based Meat, Eggplant

SWEETS
Stone – Guanaja Chocolate Mousse, Lemon Curd

Framboise Flower Pot – Raspberry Chocolate Pot, Yuzu Curd, Whipped Mascarpone Cream

Urban Farm Banana Tartlets – Valrhona Opalys Chocolate, Banana Compote

Plated Dessert – Chocolate Molten Lava, Madagascar Vanilla Sauce, Black Truffle Ice Cream

Sweet Wagon – A Selection of Gateaux, Macaroons, Pralines, Cookies

📣 Call 6845 1119, email [email protected] or visit https://bit.ly/chocoholic-bliss-afternoon-tea for reservations.

🏢 6 Raffles Boulevard Singapore 039594

💲Cost:
$68++ per person: Includes two servings of either coffee or tea

$88++ per person: Includes two servings of either coffee or tea + one glass of house Champagne or seasonal cocktail

$118++ per person: Includes two hours unlimited servings of Champagne, house red or white wine, Tiger draught or seasonal cocktail

Additional options:

Cocktail: Island Dream at $22+

Mocktail: Urban Farm Elixir or Yuzu Fizzle at $10++