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Il Cielo at Hilton Singapore presents Italian Calvisius Caviar from 16 September to 13 October 2013

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Pan Seared Turbot Fillet Opera Vodka Lemon Sauce with Calvisius Caviar Tradition

From 16 September to 13 October 2013, Hilton Singapore’s award-winning Italian restaurant and bar, il Cielo, is set to win the hearts of caviar fans and gourmands with a medley of exquisite Calvisius Caviar paired with Italian signatures.

Having visited il Cielo for a media event starring Chef Omar Bernardi when he first joined Hilton Singapore, I’ve always been yearning to return to this spectacular dining spot –and what better occasion to return than for this amazing caviar promotion?

The best time to arrive at il Cielo is at 7pm, just in time to witness the brief moments of the sky changing colours when the sun sets. It makes an utterly romantic backdrop.

Presenting fresh and high-quality Malossol Standard Caviars, varieties include Da Vinci, Tradition, Oscietra Classic and Venise. Malossol is a Russian word for little salt; hence Malossol caviar has very low salt content, usually below 4%.

Diners have two options: to mix and match caviars with a platter of savoury accompaniments with the Calvisius Caviar Degustation ($298++), or relish in Italian specialties with exclusively-paired caviars with the A La Carte Calvisius Caviar Menu where there’s also a 2-course and 3-course menu available, priced at $188++ and $248++ respectively. Continue reading →

Penang Food Promotion: Buffet at Cafebiz, Traders Hotel, Singapore

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From 13th September to 31st October 2013, Cafebiz and Ah Hoi’s Kitchen of Traders Hotel, Singapore will showcase the much-loved flavours of Penang.


Penang Assam Laksa

Guest chefs Lim Thow Shong and Ridzuan Bin Mat from Golden Sands Resort have specially been invited on this ocassion to prepare the Penang-focused menu.

Popular dishes such as Char Kway Teow, Assam Laksa, Hokkien Mee, Assam Prawns, Chicken Curry Kapitan, Rojak, Tau Kwa Sumbat, Nasi Goreng Teluk Bahang, Loh Bak, Mee Goreng Mamak Penang and Curry Mee will be featured on a rotating menu at the Cafebiz buffet on top of an international buffet spread, while a selection of six dishes will be available for dinner at Ah Hoi’s Kitchen.


Jiu Hu Eng Chai (Cuttlefish Kang Kong with Prawn Paste Sauce)

Talk about Penang and instantly images of hawker and street food come to mind. Its wide-ranging cuisine owes its origin to the diverse multiracial population of Malay, Chinese and Indian, as well as influences around Asia such as Thailand.


Penang Fried Kway Teow

Apart from the food, Penang is renowned for its tourist attractions such as the UNESCO World Heritage site.

Diners of the hotel’s Penang food promotion qualify for a lucky draw, where prizes include two-night stays at Shangri-La’s Rasa Sayang Resort and Spa, Golden Sands Resort, and Traders Hotel in Penang –a dream come true for ardent lovers of Penang food! Continue reading →

Brasserie Les Saveurs presents contemporary French indulgences crafted by Chef de Cuisine, Antoine Bonnet

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Brasserie Les Saveurs, the signature restaurant of The St. Regis Singapore, announces a new culinary experience with its latest a la carte menu featuring brasserie-style contemporary French indulgences specially crafted by Chef de Cuisine, Antoine Bonnet.

Before I begin raving about the gastronomic experience, the opulent surroundings and luxurious settings at Brasserie Les Saveurs is simply enchanting. The alluring live singing and melodious tunes from the grand piano further adds to the mood of elegance.


Amuse Bouche

Our meal commences on a high note with the Amuse Bouche creating a sweet dance of sensations on the palate. Continue reading →

(Mid-Autumn Festival 2013) Fruity Snowskin Mooncakes from Goodwood Park Hotel

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Famed for their impeccable durian desserts, Goodwood Park Hotel brings you a selection of Durian Snowskin Moocakes this Mid-Autumn Festival, which are generously filled with the fresh pulp of some of the most highly-regarded durian varietals, such as D88, Mao Shan Wang, Red Prawn and D24.


Pink Guava with Passionfruit and Rambutan Snowskin Moooncake ($26 for two pieces; $46 for four pieces)

Apart from durian flavours, a collection of fruity snowskin delights and perennial traditional baked favourites are available as well.

One of this year’s highlights is the Pink Guava with Pssionfruit and Rambutan, a delicate creation brimming with tropical flavours. It boasts a refreshing balance of sweet and tangy flavours with rambutan bits for a juicy bite, beguiling with the light aromatic scent of passionfruit.


Snowskin Combo ($54 for a box of four pieces)

To sample a variety of different flavours, the Snowskin Combo is recommended. Featuring a selection of the hotel’s famed fruit-based mooncakes, each box contains one piece each of Pink Guava with Passionfruit and Rambutan, Mango with Pomelo, D24 Durian and Cempedak snowskin mooncakes. Continue reading →

Penang Hawkers’ Fare Buffet at York Hotel (6 to 22 September 2013)

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From 6 to 22 September 2013, indulge in unlimited servings of Penang delights such as Char Kway Teow, Prawn Mee, Laksa, Lor Bak, Rojak, Cuttlefish Kang Kong, Oyster Omelette, Kway Teow Soup and Kway Teow Dry at the Penang Hawkers’ Fare at York Hotel.

These flavourful dishes are bound to reignite your memories from the great times in Penang. Continue reading →

Breez Bistro.Bar at Hotel Grand Mercure Roxy Singapore

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Breez Bistro Bar is located on the newly revamped of Hotel Grand Mercure Roxy Singapore, ensconced comfortably by the poolside. Diners can choose to dine indoors or spend a languid day sipping on tipples and munching on bar bites outdoors by the pool.

Happy Hour happens daily from 5pm to 8pm.

Hotel Grand Mercure Roxy Singapore operates a Halal Certified Kitchen on that prepares all the Halal cuisine available in the hotel, including the a la carte menus at Breez Bistro Bar, Feast@East Buffet Restaurant, and the Halal selection in the In-room Dining menu. Continue reading →

(Staycation) Hotel Grand Mercure Roxy Singapore

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Hotel Grand Mercure Roxy Singapore is conveniently located in the heart of Katong, a historical area on the East Coast of Singapore, just opposite Parkway Parade Shopping Centre.

Guests have easy access to authentic local cuisine, shopping and recreation, such as Marine Parade and East Coast Food Centres, Katong and Joo Chiat Area, and East Coast Park, within walking distance.

This four-star hotel offers a home-away-from-home experience with 576 family-friendly and spacious guestrooms, lavishly designed with room types ranging from superior and deluxe rooms to various suites. Continue reading →

Sunday Brunch at 21 on Rajah, Days Hotel Singapore at Zhongshan Park

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Days Hotel Singapore at Zhongshan Park launched a staycation package at an affordable price of $198++ for a night’s stay at the hotel’s Days City view room (for stays until 31 December 2013), which includes complimentary Sunday brunch for two (worth $38++ per adult) at 21 on Rajah and a guaranteed late check-out at 3pm.

Enjoy the Sunday brunch buffet at only $38++ for adults and $19++ for children, which comes with free flow of chilled juices and Sangria selection at the Bar.

The chic yet cordial environment makes for a great venue to spend an afternoon of fun-filled activities with your family.

The buffet spread is decent with ample variety, which gives good value for money, but I have to say the food can’t match up to the superb selection from the a la carte menu. Read my review here: https://melicacy.com/?p=5339

You can expect an array of Western and Mediterranean-inspired comfort food, and amongst them are fresh seafood on ice and a live meat carving station to keep seafood and meat lovers occupied. Continue reading →

(Melicacy’s Top Pick; August 2013) A La Carte Sunday Brunch at Checkers Brasserie, Hilton Singapore

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Eggs with Wagyu corned beef hash

Endless rounds of egg specialties that take inspiration from around the globe, and delectable gourmet bites that you can order as many rounds as you can devour –this is the kind of brunch that will leave an indelible impression.

Checkers Brasserie at Hilton Singapore has come up with a new a la carte buffet concept, presenting an extensive menu of thoughtfully crafted dishes that are freshly prepared upon order, in addition to the dazzling array at the buffet spread. Continue reading →

White Rose Café at York Hotel presents Treasured Flavours of Singapore

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Having presented the widely popular Penang Hawkers’ Fare promotion for more than 2 decades, York Hotel’s White Rose Café overhauls the menu with the introduction of the ‘Treasured Flavours of Singapore’ menu, set to swoon over the hearts of Singaporeans with familiar favourites and nostalgic gems.

The thoughtfully curated menu encompasses over 20 tantalising dishes that are adapted from foods of different ethnic groups.


Crab Masala ($32)

Expect to find creative interpretations of your favourite local dish, such as the inventive and robust Crab Masala. Continue reading →

Launch of Culinary Cocktails at Atrium, Pan Pacific Singapore

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Pan Pacific Singapore launches an exciting array of Culinary Cocktails at Atrium, manifesting the masterly art of incorporating culinary ingredients into creatively crafted cocktails.

Turning to the kitchen for inspiration, the mixologists have raided the larder for vegetables, herbs and spices to add depth to their cocktail concoctions.

Fresh juices, distorted fruit, earthy spices and leafy herbs are added to enliven classic alcohol-based cocktails. Think: cool and refreshing watermelon, invigorating coarse grinds of black pepper, the nutty sweetness of maple syrup, a dollop of egg white, a tinge of white balsamico, a bright splash of rhubarb puree and the distinctive fragrance of shisho leaves.

Chill out in the comforts of Atrium’s ‘lantern-inspired’ booth seats or at the dramatic 44-metre-long bar –the longest in Asia. Continue reading →

Sunday Garden Party by the Sea at Barnacles, Shangri-La’s Rasa Sentosa Resort & Spa

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Weekends are for family bonding; Shangri-La’s Rasa Sentosa Resort & Spa makes for the perfect location to spend the day with your entire family. Barnacles is offering a fun-filled dining package from January 2013, whereby you needn’t have to book a hotel room in order to enjoy the facilities, from 12 till 6pm.

The Sunday Garden Party by the Sea includes a seafood buffet spread, replete with a children’s buffet corner at Barnacles.

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Oasia Hotel –the perks of Club Room guests

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This post is dedicated to my cousin who’ll be celebrating her second anniversary with her husband-to-be at Oasia Hotel.

Upon my recommendation in my previous blog post, the loving couple booked a Club Room at Oasia Hotel for the weekend, where they will enjoy exclusive perks that Deluxe and Superior rooms are not entitled to.

There are a total of 100 Club Rooms, 4 Club Suites, 224 Deluxe Rooms and 88 Superior Rooms in the 25-story high building.

In-room amenities that set the Club Rooms apart from the other rooms are: the 46-inch LCD interactive television, unlimited broadband Internet access, bath amenities from Thann, Nespresso coffee-making facilities and complimentary mini bar. Guests also receive daily newspapers in the mornings during their stay.

The Living Room, Oasia’s Club Lounge, is set on the 22nd storey, offering utmost privacy, exclusive to Club guests only.
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