Having dined at The Fullerton Hotel Singapore’s Jade Restaurant during the a la carte dinner buffet promotion last December, memories of the superb dining experience still lingers. This season, I found another good reason to return. Jade Restaurant brings back the famed Peking Duck Feast, which will take place from now till 31 March 2014.
The 6-course Peking Duck Feast set dinner, priced at $58++ per person, features the roasted delicacy in creative ways. Continue reading
From 12 to 25 March, let the buffet spread at The Line of Shangri-La Hotel Singapore transport you across Middle East, as resident Middle Eastern Chef Khaled Mohamed Elelimi Elorabi displays his culinary expertise. Armed with more than 20 years of culinary experience, Chef Khaled is well versed in the cuisines of 26 Middle Eastern countries.
This rare culinary showcase highlights authentic dishes from seven Middle Eastern countries including Oman, Egypt and Morocco. Diners can look forward to mouth-watering dishes such as Pasa Koftesi (meatballs), Kuzzi (mutton with rice) and Lebanese Barbecued Chicken. Continue reading
Photo provided by Marina Mandarin Singapore
A sumptuous buffet spread awaits at AquaMarine of Marina Mandarin Singapore this coming Easter, with food and fun for the entire family. Continue reading
Marina Mandarin Singapore brings the old world charm of Penang to AquaMarine’s sumptuous buffet spread this March, highlighting popular Penang favourites such as lok lok, assam laksa, fried porridge, lor bak, fried kway teow, fried cockles and more.
Lok Lok
Wok Fried Black Angus Short Ribs with Black Pepper
It’s time to liberate the inner carnivore in you, as the Tremendous Black Angus Buffet takes centre stage at Azur of Crowne Plaza Changi Airport from 29 March through 6 April 2014.
Alaskan Snow Crab Leg
Pervading the buffet stations are Black Angus beef cooked in a myriad of ways, on top of the regular international buffet spread and tempting desserts. Making a special re-appearance at the seafood bar would be the Alaskan Snow Crab Leg. The freshly shucked oysters of plump and massive proportions are not to be missed.
Sesame Black Angus Beef Salad with Red Radish
The salad of Black Angus beef, red radish, lotus root and edamame (green soybeans) enthrals with a richly fragrant sesame sauce. To ensure that the salad still remains heart-healthy after the inclusion of meat, fats of the sirloin are punctiliously trimmed off after it’s being pan-seared. Continue reading
Going organic is way more than just a passing trend; it has become a lifestyle that many have adapted to for health’s sake.
Fried Organic Multi-grain Rice with Assorted Seafood served in Mini Organic Yellow Pumpkin ($12)
Marina Mandarin Singapore is bringing back the exceedingly popular organic food promotion this March, all set to satiate the health-conscious group. Choose from two set menus, or browse through the extensive a la carte menu. Continue reading
Il Crudo – Sicilian Tuna Loin tossed with Bronte Pistachio; Sea Bass Fillet cured with Amalfi Lemon; Cured Salmon marinated with Wild Fennel
A change of season sparks new inventive flavours at Regent Singapore’s flagship Italian restaurant, Basilico. “Savour the Seasons”, a seasonally driven Basilissimo menu, features seasonal produce and ingredients at their peak, rendered exquisitely and beguilingly.
The set dinner is available daily at $82++ per person, comprising a choice of a la carte main course and a buffet spread of antipasti and dessert. Here’s a peek at the choices of mains that will be available in the spring and winter menus.
Check out my previous post for more pictures of the buffet spread: https://melicacy.com/?p=5528
Risotto ai Porcini
Risotto with Porcini Mushroom, Braised Young Leek and Cured Venison Tenderloin with Juniper Berries in a Gaia Barbaresco Wine Reduction –this is an exemplar of elevated comfort food.
The Inverno (Winter: January to March) menu showcases ingredients such as Sicilia’s globe, violet and spiny Artichokes, Chioggia Beetroot, Violet Potatoes, game meats such as wild boar, venison and quail, as well as Piemonte’s famous Tartufo Nero (black truffles). Drool-inducing dishes include Risotto with Porcini and Leeks with Cured Venison in a Barbaresco Wine Reduction, handmade Winter Herb Riminesi Pasta with Tuscan-style Pork Ragout and Pecorino Cheese, and Roasted Quail stuffed with Chestnuts and Black Truffle. Continue reading
Photo provided by Mount Faber
Perched 106 metres above sea level, Mount Faber is the place to be for a memorable Valentine’s Day, where romance meets delectability. Apart from the spectacular view of Singapore, the establishments at Mount Faber have rolled out exquisite Valentine’s Day menus.
Dining options include a relaxing dinner at the top of the hill at Spuds & Aprons, at the tranquil setting of Faber Bistro, or Sky Dining in the cable car.
For more information and menus, visit http://www.mountfaber.com.sg/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=55&Itemid=50
From January till March 2014, JAAN at Swissotel The Stamford brings forth a new seasonal menu that features the nostalgic flavours of autumn and winter.
Chef de Cuisine Julien Royer’s artisanal menu is inspired by the bounty of fruits and vegetables harvested back in his hometown of Cantal, France, during the cold European seasons.
I speak of my dining experience at JAAN with exuberance and fervour. The dining experience embodies unparalleled splendour in all aspects; starting right from the moment you enter the premises.
Follow me through this gastronomic journey that is like no other, as my photos take you on a visual treat. Continue reading
Here are some of the highlights of Lunar New Year in Singapore this year, from reunion dinners and festive menus to Lo Hei Yu Shengs to Pen Cai to festive goodies, Melicacy has got it covered.
Reunion Imperial High Tea at Si Chuan Dou Hua at PARKROYAL on Beach Road (https://melicacy.com/?p=7003) offers great value for money at $32++ for a 8-course high-tea menu paired with teas.
Resorts World Sentosa is one of my favourite destinations in Singapore –not for the casino but for the unrivalled gastronomy and fun attractions (Universal Studios Singapore!!). Chek out the festive menus at Feng Shui Inn and Forest here: https://melicacy.com/?p=6960
For high calibre Cantonese cuisine, Li Bai Cantonese Restaurant at Sheraton Towers Singapore is a top pick. The Braised Superior Bird’s Nest with Crabmeat and Crab Roe is particularly outstanding. Check out their festive menus here: https://melicacy.com/?p=6973
For an elegant and classy Lunar New Year, Jiang-Nan Chun at Four Seasons Hotel Singapore gets my pick. Check out their festive menus here: https://melicacy.com/?p=6993
We’ve encountered fruit-incorporated Yu Shengs, but Peach Blossoms at Marina Mandarin takes it up a notch by using organic fruits in their Yu Sheng. Check out their festive menus here: https://melicacy.com/?p=6995
A go-to place for Barbeued Goose would be Restaurant HOME at The Rail Mall by Chef Tan Yong Hua. A homely and cosy restaurant that serves comforting Chinese cuisine. Check out the festive menus here: https://melicacy.com/?p=6975
Buffet lovers would be flocking to Plaza Brasserie at PARKROYAL on Beach Road for the festive buffet. Have you checked out the new Ballrooms? Read more here: https://melicacy.com/?p=6997
As for the ‘Best Pen Cai’, the award goes to Cherry Garden, Mandarin Oriental Singapore’s extravagant Cherry Garden Treasure Pot ($328 for 6 persons) –also identified as the largest pen cai in Singapore, weighing a hefty 25 kilogrammes and measuring 45 centimetres in diameter. Check out their festive menus here: https://melicacy.com/?p=6987
Most memorable from Goodwood Park Hotel was the meticulously handcrafted Fortune of Gold ($80 for 1kg) that’s sweet and entirely edible –a stunning creation that will be the star of every party. Check out their festive offerings here: https://melicacy.com/?p=6952
For affordable and halal-certified Chinese New Year baked goodies, check out PrimaDéli’s range that includes new flavours such as the Pistachio Cookies that I got hooked on: https://melicacy.com/?p=6990
One of my favourite places to get Chinese New Year goodies would be Bakerzin. Classic pineapple tarts come in two designs, ingot-shaped and leaf-shaped. Fans of yuzu can try their yuzu-flavoured pineapple tarts. Their cookies are crowd-pleasers too. All goodies are individually wrapped to maintain freshness. Read more here: https://melicacy.com/?p=6965
The Taiwan Pineapple Cakes from Din Tai Fung made with Songshan Pineapples is a must-try for those who want an alternative to the usual pineapple tarts. Free of preservatives and trans-fat. Read more here: https://melicacy.com/?p=7026
Check out the cheery festive cakes from The Icing Room here: https://melicacy.com/?p=7011
One of the most popular giveaways I’ve done was for Violet Oon’s Kitchen’s Lunar New Year hamper, with over 300 participants in a span of less than 2 weeks. Check out more of the festive goodies from Violet Oon’s Kitchen here: https://melicacy.com/?p=6955
For casual western dining and seafood lovers, Fish & Co offers the Yu Sheng at $34.80++. More on the Yu Sheng here: https://melicacy.com/?p=7017
And for the best and most opulent version of Yusheng, Hilton Singapore takes the crowning glory. Truffle, lobster, caviar, bird’s nest, … basically all the good stuff, all in the Yu Sheng. Read more about their festive menus here: https://melicacy.com/?p=6971
Here’s wishing everyone a prosperous Lunar New Year!
Years of house-hopping and pineapple tart-nibbling has given you the opportunity to taste diverse versions of that ubiquitous snack, and find exactly what fits your palate best: open-faced pineapple tart, the kind with pastry entirely encasing the pineapple jam filling within, the melt-in-the-mouth buttery sort, the light and fluffy variant, the dense and heavy version, or the slightly crisp one that are rather rare.
After being introduced to Din Tai Fung’s Taiwan Songshan Pineapple Cakes, I instantly fell in love and have now included it in my top favourites.
Taiwan Songshan Pineapple Cakes ($7.50 for box of 3pcs/$23.80 for box of 10pcs)
Din Tai Fung’s Taiwan Songshan Pineapple Cakes are air-flown from Taiwan, where they’re freshly baked and wrapped individually to maintain freshness. Continue reading
$34.80++ serves 8 to 10 persons
Plenty of dining outlets, largely Chinese restaurants, are serving up Yusheng this Lunar New Year.
For seafood lovers whose food preference veers towards the Western side, Fish & Co. makes an excellent choice. Priced at an affordable $34.80++, their colourful Yusheng is accompanied by 18 slices of Norwegian Sashimi Grade Salmon. To double the indulgence, top up $8.80++ for additional portion of salmon. Continue reading
This Lunar New Year, The Icing Room unveils two decorative cakes to fit the festive theme.
Prosperity Pony ($22)
Taking the shape of this year’s zodiac animal, the Prosperity Pony is made up of a vanilla Chantilly cream cake – layers of light sponge cake and faintly sweetened whipped cream – scattered with cubes of fruit cocktail within. Continue reading
Tian Fu Tea Room at Si Chuan Dou Hua presents the Reunion Imperial High Tea this Lunar New Year, available from 30 January to 14 February 2014, 2.30pm to 6pm daily. Priced at just $32++ a person, the oriental high tea set commences with the customary tossing of Yu Sheng, followed by six exquisitely handcrafted dim sum items and light bites. The menu differs slightly across the three outlets: PARKROYAL on Beach Road, PARKROYAL on Kitchener Road and TOP of UOB Plaza.
The 8-course menu is paired with two different premium Chinese brews such as Bi Tan Piao Xue Flower Tea, Long Jing and more.
Here’s a peek into the Lunar New Year high tea experience at Tian Fu Tea Room of Si Chuan Dou Hua at PARKROYAL on Beach Road. Continue reading
Lunar New Year feastings start from 17 January through 14 February 2014 at Plaza Brasserie and The Ballrooms at PARKROYAL on Beach Road.
Prosperity Feast at Plaza Brasserie (Level One)
Lunch: 12pm to 2.30pm, Dinner: 6pm to 10pm
17 to 29 January; 3 to 14 February
Lunch: Adult $48, Child $29
Dinner: Adult $62, Child $38
30 January (fully booked)
Dinner: Adult $88, Child $53
31 January to 2 February
Lunch and Dinner: Adult $65, Child $41
The sumptuous buffet spread at Plaza Brasserie includes Braised Pork Knuckles with Dried Oyster and Black Moss, Poached “Live” Prawns in Chinese Wine, Eight Treasures Duck, Braised Sea Cucumber with Pork Belly, Steamed Sea Bass in Hong Kong Style and more! Continue reading