Whether you are looking for a restaurant to have reunion dinner with your family, or lo-hei with your friends and colleagues, here are some suggestions for Chinese New Year Dinner 2013.
Ryoshi Sushi Ikeikemaru Singapore
Much has been said about Ryoshi Sushi Ikeikemaru, the sushi restaurant at the basement of Liang Court. I am going straight to the point: Whatever you have heard about Ryoshi – it is true. They serve surprisingly good and fresh sushi at very affordable prices.
Miele Guide 2013 Top 20 Restaurants in Asia
Congratulations to the team at Waku Ghin for coming in second on Miele Guide 2013′s Top 20 Restaurants in Asia. The other representatives from Singapore include: Iggy’s (4), Les Amis (10), Restaurant Andre (11), and Tippling Club (12). I am really happy to see that we have five restaurants representing Singapore. But my only gripe is JAAN, by the uber-talented Chef Julien Royer, is not in the list.
Miele Guide 2013′s Top 20 Restaurants in Asia
1. Robuchon au Dome, Macau, China
2. Waku Ghin, Singapore
3. L’Atelier HK, China
4. Iggy’s, Singapore
5. Mozaic, Bali, Indonesia
6. Pierre Gagnaire a Seoul, Seoul, Korea
7. Caprice, Hong Kong, China
8. Amber, Hong Kong, China
9. 8 ½ Otto e Mezzo Bombana, Hong Kong, China
10. Les Amis, Singapore
11. Restaurant Andre, Singapore
12. Tippling Club, Singapore
13. Sarong, Bali, Indonesia
14. Mr & Mrs Bund, Shanghai, China
15. One Harbour Road, Hong Kong, China
16. Dakshin, Chennai, India
17. Antonio’s, Cavite, Philippines
18. Nihon Ryori, RyuGin, Tokyo, Japan
19. Metis Restaurant, Bali, Indonesia
20. Bukhara, New Delhi, India
Summer Pavilion Ritz-Carlton Singapore
Even though I have been to Ritz-Carlton Singapore many times, for some reason, I never had the chance to eat at Summer Pavilion, the luxe hotel’s Chinese restaurant. So, when I was there for a staycation recently, I made a reservation to drop by for lunch to sample some of their signature Cantonese dishes.
Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse Singapore
Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse is quite a household name among steak lovers, with over 130 restaurants worldwide. It’s rich history dates back to almost half a century ago, when a single mother mortgaged her home to buy a neighbourhood restaurant called Chris Steak House. And the rest, as they say, is history.
Fast forward 50 years, and Ruth’s Chris has managed to find its way onto our shores. The restaurant, like the rest of the Marina Mandarin Hotel, is dimly lit and cosy. There is no fancy tableware or glitzy décor to speak of and is reminiscent of an authentic American steakhouse.
5 Brunch Spots in Los Angeles
The restaurant scene in Los Angeles is certainly reviving with smart new bistros, cafes and restaurants springing up from east to west and emphasizing on chic and elegant fare and designs. While there are numerous upscale fine dining in the city that are highly acclaimed, some of the mid-range restaurants are worth the attention too.
My favorites are those that are famous for their brunches, lunches, and desserts. What’s better than spending your day with your girlfriends over lattes, Eggs Benedicts, cakes and conversations that are bathed in the beautiful afternoon light?
Here is a list of 5 Brunch Spots in Los Angeles that are worth checking out.
PS Cafe Petit Tiong Bahru Singapore
PS Cafe Petit at Tiong Bahru is a new takeaway concept for freshly made pizzas and wine. It has a very cool vibe, and I love the design of the shopfront and interior. It is a shame that there is no dine-in area, though.
That said, it is a good option if you want to get pizzas for occasions like a house party, or picnic. On the menu, you can find pizzas (prices range from $21-28) such as PS Original Smokey Marherita, Bolognese, and Four Cheese Porcini.
PS Cafe Petit
78 Guan Chuan Street #01-41
Tel: +65 9226 7088
Tue to Sun: 11am – 10.30pm
Founding Farmers Restaurant Washington DC
Have you ever had your hopes high up for a particular restaurant and the food was so good that it actually surpassed your expectations? It happened once for me, at a restaurant in Washington D.C. called Founding Farmers. If you are still skeptical of what I just said, here’s something interesting for you: Even first Lady Michelle Obama listed Founding Farmers as one of her favourite restaurants.