Ken & Weiwei Singapore Food Journal

Chen’s Kitchen , the latest dining concept by Michelin-starred Chef Chen Kentaro, debuts at Paragon Shopping Centre, bringing bold Chuka Ryori flavors to Singapore. Inspired by a fusion of Japanese techniques and authentic Szechuan flavors, the restaurant emphasizes comfort dining with a family-friendly, communal atmosphere. The concept expands on the success of Chen’s, known for its Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition, by offering a broader selection of dishes while maintaining accessible pricing without compromising on quality.

Featured here are the
Chen’s Pork Shumai
Steamed dumplings filled with minced pork, conpoy, and onions, topped with mala radish paste

XXL Szechwan La Zi Ji
A next level take on our Szechwan popcorn chicken, featuring crispy karaage topped with soy puffs, garlic chips and cashews

Chen’s Mapo Tofu
(Choice of Red, White or Jade)
Jade: Plant-based minced meat with house-blended green Szechwan peppercorns broth

Poached Fish Fillet in Golden Broth
Boiled and served in a golden broth made of Japanese pumpkin, with mushrooms, asparagus, and sansho pepper

Szechwan French Beans & Mushrooms Wok-fried in Szechwan spices with minced pork

Szechwan Spiced Chahan with Sakura Shrimp Szechwan-spiced fried rice with sakura shrimp, egg, and garlic

Double Boiled Pear
Paired with red dates and snow fungus or

Caramelised Mala Pecan Ice Cream Collaboration with Denzy Gelato, made with pecans and homemade Chen’s chilli oil

Potted Tea or Specialty Drinks
Chen’s Ginger Ale
Homemade soda made with a blend of Szechwan peppercorn dried chilli, dried Mandarin orange peel, fresh ginger and citrus

Sparkling Ume
Fizzy mocktail with hints of Japanese plum and mint

Sparkling Calamansi
Zesty calamansi fizz for a vibrant, citrus kick

📣 Reserve at https://chenskitchen.oddle.me/en_SG/reservations .

🏢 290 Orchard Road Paragon B1-43 Singapore 238859

MOGĀ at Pullman Singapore Hill Street presents Breaking the Norm, a daring menu featuring an avant-garde selection of innovative dishes and cocktails that redefine the Izakaya experience.

The food offerings highlight a mix of Japanese culinary traditions with modern twists, such as

Hokkaido Milk Buns served with a seasonal blend

Truffle Edamame coated in truffle teriyaki and shichimi,

Crispy Squid complemented by sansho fish sauce, kizami yuzu, and green chili

Kakiage presents a delightful medley of sweet potato and mixed greens, paired with a daikon dipping sauce and yuzu mayo.

The bar menu showcases a collection of meticulously crafted cocktails that blend Japanese flavors with contemporary mixology techniques.

The Frozen Drink offers a decadent treat, combining Kujira whiskey with taro, milk, and stewed azuki beans, topped with matcha powder for a nutty finish.

Strawberry Veil elevates a classic carbonated milk punch with fresh strawberry syrup, Sloe Gin, and Fukuoka Ichigo-inspired flavors.

The Dirty Sake-Tini reinvents the classic martini with a fusion of sake, shochu, and house-made pickling brine.

Salted Yuzu Highball balances the zestiness of yuzu with the earthy depth of genmaicha, creating a refreshing umami-infused experience.

Experience a love-filled adventure with the world’s tiniest chef! Le Petit Chef at Changi Experience Studio in Jewel Changi Airport invites couples on a romantic, multi-sensory dining experience featuring personalised butler service, elegant floral bouquets, indulgent chocolates, and a beautifully framed keepsake photo.

Valentine’s Day Menu Highlights (14 to 16 February 2025)

Mexican Style Tomato Soup – Hand-picked crab meat, pico de gallo & breaded oyster on toast

Tuna Tartare – Avocado puree, radish, cucumber, lime wasabi dressing & wakame-battered crumbs.

Wing Roulade – Seared foie gras, creamed potato, pickled shallots & morel mushrooms with truffle jus

Roasted Shiro Miso Salmon – Ikura, braised napa cabbage, puffed rice, citrus shoyu & spring onion

Lychee & Rose Cheesecake – Vanilla cookie crumble & popping candy

The specially curated five-course menu showcases flavors from romantic destinations like Mexico, Italy, France, and Japan, creating an unforgettable dining experience.

Exclusive Limited-Time Menu is available from now to 28 February 2025. Enjoy a complimentary Moscato with dessert.

💲Cost: $288++ per pax

📣 Book at https://lepetitchef.com/changiairport?gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAACTZPaK8QnFDSQLkmSkD4jgaX6ArU#showtimes .

🏢 78 Airport Boulevard Level 4 Singapore 819666

Keyaki in Pan Pacific Singapore is known for its authentic Kaiseki , Teppanyaki, and robust sushi and sashimi offerings, crafted with fresh, high-quality ingredients. The restaurant provides a refined Japanese dining experience, set in a tranquil, zen-like ambiance with a Japanese garden and koi pond.

Featured here is their premium Teppanyaki Multi-course consisting of Kobachi Sashimi and Teppanyaki dishes such as Sea Bream , Australian Half Lobster with Signature Golden Sauce , Japanese A4 Wagyu Beef, Japanese Seasonal Vegetables, Asari Clam Fried Rice, Miso Soup and Dessert.

📣 Book at https://www.panpacific.com/en/hotels-and-resorts/pp-marina/dining/keyaki.html .

🏢 7 Raffles Boulevard Pan Pacific Singapore Level 4 Singapore 039595

Baba Chews at Hotel Indigo Singapore Katong is set to offer a luxurious six-course Valentine’s Day dinner on 14 February, curated by its newly appointed Head Chef, Jiaxing.

With a background at the Michelin-starred Restaurant Labyrinth, Chef Jiaxing brings his expertise in refined, inventive cuisine to this romantic dining experience.

Designed to create an intimate atmosphere, the experience at Baba Chews highlights exquisite flavors, premium ingredients, and Chef Jiaxing’s artistic approach to modern dining. The restaurant, situated in the heritage-rich Katong district, offers a charming setting for couples to celebrate love.

Priced at $178++ per couple, the menu is as per the below

CANAPÉ
Salmon Fumé with Pickled Cucumber, Cream Cheese and Tobiko

APPETIZER
Heirloom Tomato with Plum Dressing, Mix Salad, Parsley Oil, Tomato Jelly and Tomato Juice

SOUP
Bouillabaisse with Halibut, Prawn, Mussel and Crouton

INTERMEZZO
Icy Yuzu with Pink Pomelo, Pomegranate, Apple Jelly

MAIN
Wagyu Striploin with White Asparagus, King Oyster Mushroom, Vine Tomato, Grated Chestnut
or
Seared Barramundi with Asparagus, Pumpkin Purée, Ikura Beurre Blanc

DESSERT
Strawberry Mirror Mousse with Fresh Strawberry, Blueberry
or
Tiramisu with Chocolate Sol, Chocolate Glaze

📣 Click on bit.ly/bbcvday2025 to make a reservation

🏢 86 East Coast Road Singapore 438788

Sky22 , the all-day dining destination at Courtyard Singapore Novena , marked its official reopening with a grand celebration that showcased its revitalized concept. Positioned as a tranquil urban sanctuary in the sky, the restaurant now offers breathtaking views of Bukit Timah Reserve alongside a refreshed menu emphasizing sustainability and local flavors.

The reopening festivities included a stunning 22-meter snake-shaped lohei ceremony to usher in the Year of the Snake, accompanied by a traditional lion dance cai qing performance. Guests were treated to a specially curated buffet lunch, highlighting signature dishes from Sky22’s reimagined culinary offerings.

Features here are Pen Cai, Moo Yang, Fat Choy Mushroom with Spinach, Spicy Szechuan Pepper Fried Chicken, Baked Seabass , Wagyu Beef Cheek Bourguignon and Sky22 Laksa Lemak.

📣 Call 6250 0303 or head to https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/sincy-courtyard-singapore-novena/overview/ to find out more.

🏢 99 Irrawaddy Road Singapore 329568

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Red House Seafood is ushering in the Year of the Snake with its specially curated Festive Reunion Menus, designed to bring families together over a sumptuous meal. Featuring the restaurant’s signature Nanyang-style seafood dishes, the menus promise a celebration of prosperity and joy, making it an ideal setting for festive gatherings.

Featured here are their signature dishes.

贺岁鲍鱼珊瑚花鱼生 Prosperity Abalone and Coral Seaweed Yu Sheng

南亚青果菠萝蜜沙拉 Jackfruit Salad with Buah Kedongdong Sauce

金沙马来丹贝 Salted Egg Tempeh

烧烤苏东 Grilled Marinated Squid

香酥苏东仔 Crispy Baby Squid

文东姜蓉蒸深海龙趸尾 Steam Giant Grouper Tail with Bentong Ginger

香茅茉莉花茶王熏法国安心鸡 Lemongrass and Jasmine Tea Smoked Chicken

海参日本花菇伴双色蔬菜 Braised Sea Cucumber with Shiitake Mushroom and Duo Cauliflower

手工藜麦腊味糯米鸡卷 Glutinous Rice Chicken Roll with Quinoa and Wax Meat

招牌辣椒螃蟹与黄金蟹馒头 Signature Chilli Crab with Crab Mantou

脆脆摩摩喳喳 Crispy Bubur Cha Cha

椰糖椰丝紫米年糕 Purple Glutinous Rice Cake

📣 Find out more at https://www.redhouseseafood.com/chinese-new-year-2025/

🏢 Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore Level 2

Red House Seafood Nanyang at Clarke Quay 01-02/03

Red House Seafood at Esplanade 01-14/16

Celebrate Lunar New Year at Café 2000 in M Hotel Singapore with a lavish spread of Shanghai delights and festive classics. Enjoy 15% off for group dining of 4 and above (except CNY Eve Reunion Dinner) . Look forward to dishes like chilled Drunken MouTai Chicken, Pan-seared Pork Buns, Prosperity Popiah with Alaskan Crab, and Tomahawk with Kampot Pepper. End on a sweet note with Mandarin Orange Mousse Tartlets and White Gold Pistachio Eclairs.

Elevate the celebrations at home with the Prosperity Norwegian Smoked Salmon Yu Sheng (available in Halal versions) or the Premium Abalone Treasure Pot ‘Pen Cai,’ filled with delicacies like abalone and tiger prawns. Impress your guests with the Triple Wealth Combo featuring Yu Sheng, ‘Pen Cai,’ and the Healthy Five-Grain Jumbo Pie.

📣 Call 6500 6112, email [email protected] or head to https://www.millenniumhotels.com/en/offers/asia/m-hotel-singapore/dining/cafe-2000/lunar-new-year-buffet/#/ to find out more.

Find out more about Lunar New Year goodies at https://www.millenniumhotels.com/en/destinations/asia/singapore/m-hotel-singapore/chinese-new-year-foodies/

🏢 81 Anson Road Singapore 079908

Shisen Hanten by Chen Kentaro at Hilton Singaapore Orchard celebrates Lunar New Year 2025 from now to 12 February with festive dine-in and takeaway options. Featured here is the Abundance Menu 富贵临门宴.

鲍鱼红鲷鱼生
Abalone and Madai Yu Sheng

蟹黄鹅肝汤燕窝羹
Crab Roe Foie Gras Chawanmushi with Bird’s Nest

金不换酱味大虾
Stir-Fried Prawn with Basil Sause

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Steamed Seasonal Fish Fillet with Pickled Peppers

XO 酱双菇炒北海道白豚片
Wok Fried Hokkaido Shirobuta Pork with XO Sauce

蚝皇四头鲍鱼花菇
Braised Australian 4-head Whole Abalone with Mushroom in Oyster Sauce

樱花虾生炒腊味糯米饭
Wok-fried Glutinous Rice with Chinese Sausages topped with Crispy Sakura Shrimp

红枣龙眼雪蛤/脆皮鸳鸯年糕卷
Double-boiled Hashima with Dried Longan / Crispy Duo-flavour Nian Gao
Roll

Eligible cardholders from Citibank, AMEX, and DBS enjoy 20% off all Lunar New Year takeaway goodies exclusively from Shisen Hanten by Chen Kentaro. Highlight is the Shisen Hanten Abundant Fortune Pot ($518 nett for takeaway; $488 for dine-in, for 4 to 6 diners) . Guests who purchase the Fortune Pot for takeaway will also receive a complimentary Salmon Yu Sheng, Wok-fried Glutinous Rice with Chinese Sausage and Crispy Sakura Shrimp, and their Signature Chilli Sauce.

📣 Call 6831 6262 , email [email protected] or head to https://shisenhanten.com.sg/ to find out more.

🏢 333 Orchard Road Hilton Singaapore Orchard Singappre 169633

Herald the arrival of spring with a bountiful repertoire of buffet dining options at Lime Singapore in Parkroyal Collection Pickering . Perfectly capturing the spirit of the Lunar New Year, diners can look forward to authentic flavors and classic dishes that set the stage for a prosperous celebration. From now to 28 January 2025 for lunch and 3 to 12 February 2025, Lime Singapore presents the Feasts of Fortune, featuring tender Braised Shanghainese Pork Belly with Baby Abalone, Roast Angelica Duck, and Singapore Chilli Crab, alongside indulgent staples like Braised Seafood Treasure Soup, Slow Roast Angus Beef, and Executive Chef Alvin Leong’s Signature Beef Rendang. Round off your feast with sweet treats such as Fried Nian Gao, Osmanthus Goji Jelly, and Mandarin Orange Chocolate Cake.

For a more intimate celebration, Joyful Reunions awaits on 28 January 2025 (dinner) and from 29 January to 2 February 2025, with an exquisite lineup of auspicious dishes. Delight in Whole Flambé Roast Golden Pig and Salted Egg Lobster Claw, and exclusively on 28 January, every table will be treated to a complimentary platter of Prosperity Smoked Salmon Yu Sheng.

📣 Call 3138 2251, email [email protected], WhatsApp 9859 0681 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 Singappre 058789