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SHATEC celebrates its 30th Anniversary with a 4-Course Dinner Menu

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SHATEC celebrates its 30th Anniversary with a 4-Course Dinner Menu at RECIPES Bistro

SHATEC, one of Singapore’s largest and most established training institutes for the hospitality and tourism industries, celebrates its 30th Anniversary on 2nd July 2013. To mark this significant occasion, an exclusive 4-Course Anniversary Dinner Menu created by four lauded alumni will be showcased at RECIPES Bistro on 7th and 14th June 2013.

The entire restaurant will take a respite from serving items in the a la carte menu, and serve only the 4-Course Anniversary Dinner Menu throughout the two celebratory evenings. Contributing their skills and names to the menu are chefs Eric Teo, Pang Kok Kheng, Tony Khoo and Randy Chow, who are no strangers to the local food scene. Continue reading →

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Si Chuan Dou Hua presents The Petites Selection (from now till 31 July 2013)

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Si Chuan Dou Hua, leading ambassador of Sichuan cuisine in Singapore, has caught on the tapas trend, bringing you a kaleidoscopic menu of 30 tapas-sized offerings designed by their culinary maestros Zeng Feng, Peter Tsang and Leung Wing Chung.


Crispy Roasted Pork

Sichuan cuisine is more than just spicy and tongue numbing. Experience the diversity of robust and distinct flavours in this time-limited promotion, The Petites Selection, from now till 31 July 2013.


Spinach with Ginger Sauce

Two wallet-friendly The Petites Selection options include:

Wine pairing – Great as pre-lunch or pre-dinner nibbles, you can enjoy 5 Petites dishes and 2 glasses of wine at only $55.
UOB cardmembers exclusive: $48 for the above promotion; or enjoy a complimentary bottle of wine with every order of 10 Petites dishes, priced from $8.80 each.
Petites dishes can be paired with an Australian Shiraz Cabernet blend from De Bortoli DB Family Selection or a French Chardonnay from Pierre Jean Columbard.

Tea-pairing with the Imperial High Tea – Savour handcrafted dim sum, premium Chinese tea and your choice of 5 Petites dishes at only $30++ per person.
UOB cardmembers exclusive: Start off your high tea with a complimentary glass of wine per person.


Mini Pan-fried Pancake with Crispy Floss


Prawn in Spicy ‘ma la’ Sauce

This distinctive ‘ma la’ sauce is a piquant mix of peppercorn, chilli powder and salt. This dish packs a spicy punch –not for the faint-hearted.

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(April to June) Asian Chef Series 2013; Chef’s Table at Zaffron, Oasia Hotel

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Kitchen Language presents 3 months of the Asian Chef Series at Zaffron in Oasia Hotel, from April to June 2013. A Celebrity Chef of the month will host a table of 16 at the Chef’s Table, in a private, elegant yet cosy corner of the restaurant, every Thursday, Friday and Saturday of each month, at 7pm each evening.

A sumptuous Asian-themed dinner will be served to diners, course by course, in a communal dining structure, at $75++ per person, inclusive of free-flow of non-alcoholic Asian beverages. The shared dining table poses as a great opportunity to meet new people, network, and multiply friendships.

Free-flow of Asian non-alcoholic drinks include Calamansi with Sour Plum, Fresh Coconut Juice, Grass Jelly, Soya Bandung, Soya Bean, The Tarik and Teh Halia. A selection of red and white wines is available to order.

This May, Guest Chef Raymond Leong pleases the crowd with his specialty Peranakan fare.

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Din Tai Fung presents: Limited Edition Canvas Tote in the month of May

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In the month of May, diners at Din Tai Fung will receive a complimentary Limited Edition Canvas Tote worth $12.90 each. This collection of canvas totes is introduced as part of the company’s initiative to encourage takeaway customers to be environmentally friendly.

The totes are adorned with calligraphically inspired prints featuring the restaurant’s award winning Steamed Pork Dumplings (Xiao Long Bao).

They are available in four colours, with one colour launched per week: Scarlet (1st – 7th May), Jet Black (8th – 14th May), Ivory (15th – 21st May), and Olive (22nd – 31st May).

Customers will receive a 5% discount off their total takeaway bill when they use the tote at Din Tai Fung between 1st May and 31st December 2013. This tote also comes in handy when going grocery shopping!

All Customers:
All diners are entitled to a complimentary Limited Edition Canvas Tote with a minimum spending of $100. Alternatively, the tote can be purchased at $7.90 with a minimum spending of $50.

OCBC Cardmembers Exclusive:
From 1st till 31st May 2013, OCBC Credit and Debit Cardmembers are entitled to a complimentary Limited Edition Canvas Tote with a minimum spending of $90.

Din Tai Fung’s Website: http://dintaifung.com.sg/

Melicacy is giving away a Din Tai Fung Limited Edition Canvas Tote Bag in Scarlet (red). Head over to Facebook.com/melicacyblog to win it!

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Spend an “Egg-citing” Easter at Pan Pacific Singapore

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This Easter, Pan Pacific Singapore has lined up a series of activities and eatables to fill your weekend with endless treats. Continue reading →

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Turkish Delights at The Line, Shangri-La Hotel Singapore

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In line with the upcoming grand opening of Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul, Shangri-La Hotel Singapore is presenting an extensive array of Turkish Delights at The Line from 15 to 24 March 2013.

Diners of the Turkish Delights promotion get to stand a chance of winning the grand prize of return business class air tickets on Turkish Airlines to Istanbul and a three-night stay at the new Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul. Other prizes include weekend stays at Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore’s newly renovated Garden Wing and rejuvenating treatments at Singapore’s first CHI, The Spa.

The Line’s impressive theatrical kitchens feature “live” carving stations, freshly baked breads and authentic dips and pastes to accompany. During the ten-day promotion, the menu is rotated daily, offering an extensive selection of Turkish signature dishes that will bring Turkey closer to you in an instance. Continue reading →

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TortaPistocchi Chocolate Week at Hilton Singapore; A Cioccolato Dining Experience at il Cielo

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This March, famous chocolate producer of Florence, Chef Claudio Pistocchi, collaborates with Hilton Singapore for a chocolaty Easter and a Cioccolato Dining Experience at il Cielo.

The Hilton Singapore pastry team and il Cielo restaurant chef Omar Bernardi will be presenting an array of chocolaty sweet treats and savouries. This first-ever collaboration will pique the interest of ardent fans of chocolates and gourmands who anticipate with gusto. Continue reading →

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Sixth edition of SINGAPORE RESTAURANT WEEK in March 2013

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The bi-annual food event SINGAPORE RESTAURANT WEEK is back for its sixth edition! From 18 to 24 March 2013, over 105 participating restaurants are offering exclusive three-course menus for lunch and dinner priced at $25+++ and $35+++ respectively, where you will get an opportunity to dine at fine restaurants without breaking the bank. (A supplement of $15 for lunch and $20 for dinner are charged at DiningCity Star-Awarded restaurants.)

Bookings have started on 22 February 2013 at www.restaurantweek.sg.

One of the highlights would be ‘The Grand Tour of Taste’. Most of the restaurants will craft a unique ‘grand tasting platter’ for one of the courses within its three-course set menu offering, where diners will get to enjoy tasting portions of signature dishes the establishment is renowned for.

To add more excitement, DingCity.sg has launched a new mobile app “BUCKET – Scratch & Win” (available on IOS/iPhone). Patrons of Restaurant Week are entitled two chances each to win daily attractive prizes during 18 to 24 March 2013, which include two tickets to Bali (courtesy of KLM airline), a 1-night stay at the Capella Hotel, a $500 Garibaldi Wine & Dine experience, one year subscription to Time Out magazine, a bottle of Constellation Rouge AOC Magnum by Wine Universe, a bottle of Belvedere vodka by The GIG, and many more. The more you dine out during Restaurant week, the higher chances of winning the Grand Draw prize!
*The free mobile app “BUCKET – Scratch & Win” will be available at the App Store from 18 March 2013.

Here are some of the participating restaurants I’ve visited (click for the full review):


1-Twenty Six

7 Adam


Alkaff Mansion Ristorante

Amuse by Armin Leitgeb


Au Chocolat

B@Rochester Restaurant Bar


District 10 Bar & Restaurant


Fine Palate Café


MAD – Modern Asian Diner


One Rochester


Open House Restaurant @ Grand Park Orchard Hotel


OTTO Locanda


Our Korner


Pepenero


Roadhouse


Salt Grill & Sky Bar (Restaurant week preview, October 2012)


Stellar at 1-Altitude


Sweet Salty Spicy Thai


Taratata Bistrot

The Royal Mail


Trattoria Nonna Lina


Violet Oon’s Kitchen


Waterfall Café @ Shangri La

For this edition, my top pick goes to OTTO Locanda. Make your reservations at www.restaurantweek.sg before they run out of seats!

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Chocolate Indulgence at Pacific Marketplace

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Valentine’s Day would be incomplete without chocolate –those sensuously dark chocolate that boasts aphrodisiac attributes.

For 3 days only, Pan Pacific Singapore is offering an array of chocolaty delights for the lovebirds, which include their signature Crunchy Hazelnut Chocolate Dome, Red Wine and Dark Chocolate Macarons, Chocolate Pralines, Rose Meringues, a Chocolate Fountain with various condiments, and Chocolate Milk Shakes.

The chocolate buffet is available from 14 to 16 February 2013, 3pm to 5pm, at $48++ per person.


Red Wine Rustic Chocolate Macaron


Raspberry Chocolate Tart


Assortment of chocolate truffles and pralines


“Love Potions” ($24++/$36++ for two)

Specially concocted love cocktails are available from 1 to 28 February 2013; LUST ($36++ for two) comprises citron vodka, cointreau, mixed berries and champagne, while the non-alcoholic version DESIRE ($24++ for two) comprises mixed berries, fresh lemon juice, cranberry juice and ginger beer.

Sip on refreshingly potent libations while exchanging sweet whisperings, comfortably in the “lantern-inspired” pods that form a romantic backdrop this season of love and lust.

For reservations or enquiries, please call (65) 6826 8240 or email celebrate.sin@panpacific.com.

Visit http://www.panpacific.com/en/singapore/news/get_in_the_mood_for_love_at_pan_pacific_singapore.html for Pan Pacific Singapore’s Valentine’s Day specials.

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Chocolate Masterclass with a Michelin Touch at Regent Singapore

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Things are getting sweetened up at Regent Hotel, with Executive Pastry Chef Domenico Di Clemente from Michelin-starred Il Palagio at Four Seasons Hotel Firenze presenting sweet creations at Dolcetto by Basilico from 16 January 2013.

I had the privilege of attending Chef Domenico’s first-ever chocolate showcase in Singapore. The Chocolate Masterclass was held at Basilico Restaurant’s well-equipped private cooking studio, where cooking demos and classes are held upon request or booking.

We learnt how to make one of Chef Domenico’s signature creations, the Warm Chocolate Tart with Coffee Zabaglione. Continue reading →

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Valentine’s Day sweet treats from The Icing Room

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Love is in the air! The saccharine atmosphere at The Icing Room is not exempted. This Valentine’s Day, cupid snipes an arrow on those with a sweet tooth.


Heart to Heart ($19.80)

Beneath the pinkish façade lie heavenly layers of chocolate chiffon cake and chocolate mousse. Totally didn’t expect that underneath that pinkness! Pleasantly surprised. :) Heart shape printed white chocolate surrounds the border of the cake. Adding dainty details to this enchanting cake, mini macaron shells sandwiching raspberry and cream, alongside with syrup-coated strawberry, adorn the vastly pink surface.

The Icing Room has thoughtfully created other sweet treats that are perfect for gifts, such as bite-sized lollicakes and heart-shaped butter cookies glazed with chocolates and daintily decorated.
For more information, visit www.theicingroom.com.

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Valentine’s Day cakes by BreadTalk

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Hum to your favourite love songs while luxuriating in BreadTalk’s Romantic Musical Sweet Treats with your loved ones this Valentine’s Day. The musical-themed cakes, available in two flavours, accentuate the relationship between love, music and food.


Melody of Love ($22.80)

‘Melody of Love’ will entrance the sweet and demure girl-next-door with its pinkish endearing façade.

Soft spongy layers of vanilla chiffon are partitioned by a thick layer of creamy mousse flecked with juicy cherries, depicting musical notes strung together in smooth legato.


Love Actually ($22.80)

Designed to bear resemblance to a grand piano, this exquisite creation comes without a hefty price tag. Dusted with shimmering powder for the final touch, the chocolate is bewitched to a dark seductive gold.

Chocolate chiffon is spiked with hints of orange marmalade. The assertive tone of the rich decadent chocolate builds sensuousness to a crescendo. This cake will charm the passionate and boldly sexy.
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Sun Ray Café; Amour Valentine’s Day Set Dinner (13-14 February 2013)

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Valentine’s Day is a special occasion to not only express your love to your valentine, but to also commemorate the love and affection your furry pals have showered you throughout the times of desolation.

With such loveable canines and felines to dine with, three is never a crowd –this could potentially be the only time when double dates (you and your date, your pet and your date’s pet) are most gladly consented to!

If don’t have a pet but have always loved being around animals, you are most welcome to soak in the cheery atmosphere at Sun Ray Café.

Check out what my Chubby’s favourite pet-friendly café has to offer this Valentine’s Day.

Instead of fixing a standard price, Sun Ray Café offers three choices of set dinners ranging from $30+ per pax to $45+ per pax; the price you pay for is determined by the entrée you choose. Each set comes with a drink, starter, soup, entrée and dessert.
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Swensen’s Valentine’s Day Cake –Sticky Chewy Lovely

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Does your valentine enjoy the following?
- Chocolate
- Ice Cream
- Chocolate Ice Cream
- Ice Cream Cake
- Chocolate Ice Cream Cake
- Berries
- Decadence

If you’ve checked all four boxes, Swensen’s Sticky Chewy Lovely will impress, giving you an edge in scoring a romantic date with the one you’ve been secretly admiring.
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Casa Verde’s Valentine’s Day Menu

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Aptly named, Casa Verde means ‘green house’ in Italian; it is an Italian bistro nestled in the Singapore Botanic Gardens, surrounded by verdant foliage.

The bustling patio-style terrace-café, frequented by nature and pet-lovers in the day, matures into a romantic full-service restaurant by night.

For Valentine’s Day this year, the Les Amis Group has come up with a ‘Naughty Meets Nice’ theme, employing sensuous ingredients from the list of aphrodisiacs, to be featured in seven seductive menus across the restaurants under their belt.

Here’s what Casa Verde at Singapore Botanic Gardens has to offer: Valentine’s Day Choice of 3-Course Set Dinner ($70nett per person)


Insalata Fichi e Proscuitto

Mesclun salad tossed in fig vincotto with fresh figs, parma ham and bufala crumble

In this 3-Course Set Dinner, there are two options for each course.

For starters, you can choose between the Insalata Fichi e Proscuitto (pictured above) and the Zuppa di Pomodoro (oven roasted cherry vine tomato soup with sautéed chunky crabmeat, finished with a touch of cream and pesto emulsion).
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