Ginger at PARKROYAL on Beach Road has undergone a major facelift and reopened its doors, and as loyal patrons of Ginger for years, we were ecstatic to check out the refurbished space. It is gorgeous beyond words!

With Mother’s Day around the corner, this is the perfect chance to bring your Mom and family for a nice meal. Perhaps, Ginger would serve some sort of nostalgia for your parents. After all, the restaurant has been around for decades and for one, we grew up dining there.

The Mother’s Day buffet spread is also worth looking forward to, too. Now that buffet service is allowed to resume, it’s time for a great feast! From classic Asian dishes to vegan options and live stations featuring our local favourites, the woman of your life would be so pleased.

And in the month of June, Ginger is having a Father’s Day buffet which features a meaty menu including Roasted Angus Beef, Foie Gras, Hainan Oxtail Stew and more.

To sweeten the deal, from 2 May to 30 June 2021, one adult dines free with every 2 paying adults when you quote <LIC3-FOR-2> upon making your reservations.

What was once an unassuming-looking buffet restaurant that looks borderline passé is now a swanky space with a botanical-themed decor. Of pastel pink hues, custom wallpapers that feature the ginger plant, rattan fans and wooden furniture, the facelift has successfully transformed the buffet restaurant into what we would like to think is one of the prettiest buffet restaurants in Singapore right now.

With lots of natural sunlight streaming in via the floor-to-ceiling windows, the restaurant is brightly lit and boasts a cheery vibe during the day. At night, it transforms into a cosy space with its warm lights, and the rattan fans add a nostalgic charm to the otherwise modern decor. Very well thought interior design, and it makes dining there even more pleasant!

Dining restrictions have been relaxed and buffet services are allowed to resume. This is wonderful news for people like us who can’t say no to a buffet meal! At Ginger, hygiene is still of utmost concern, but to not take away the joy of a buffet meal, there are various stations where you can get unlimited helpings of your preferred dish, with the food already portioned out in plates. The rest are a la minute stations where the chefs will serve you.

GINGER’S BUFFET HIGHLIGHTS FOR DINNER & MOTHER’S DAY WEEKEND BRUNCH (1 – 31 MAY 2021)

• Coconut Trio with Bird’s Nest
• Free-Range Chicken Collagen Soup with Codfish
• Steamed Herbal Prawns
• Steamed Yellow Chicken with Local Herbs and Ginseng
• Lobster Five-Grain Porridge
• Double Boiled HuaiSan Soup
• Vegan Meatball Stew
• Vegan Satay
• Meatless Burger
• Vegan Dan Dan Noodles

For the Mother’s Day buffet, the highlight for us was the Coconut Trio with Bird’s Nest. Every diner gets one serving of this, and it can both be an appetiser and a dessert. Bird’s nest is steeped in coconut water and double-boiled for a fuller flavour, and then served cold. We slurped up every sip of it!

Another favourite was the Steamed Herbal Prawns. You know how some dishes don’t need any new interpretations? Just a traditional, honest recipe to cook something simple but well – and that is the Steamed Herbal Prawns in this case. Fresh, plump prawns are soaked in an array of herbs. Savour the delectable broth and sweet, juicy prawns.

Soup lovers will be treated to unlimited helpings of the Free Range Chicken Collagen Soup with Codfish. It is light in flavour, but oh so nutritious.

There is a hearty porridge option that both young and old will enjoy, and it’s the Lobster Five-Grain Porridge. What is otherwise just a porridge dish is elevated with the addition of lobsters, and yes, you can get unlimited helpings of this too!

There are also vegan options for the Mother’s Day buffet spread, and they include the Vegan Meatball Stew and Vegan Satay. Can we take a moment to appreciate the Vegan Meatball Stew?! They tasted fantastic and you wouldn’t even be able to tell that they aren’t actually meat. We loved the tangy tomato-based sauce so much and the texture of the roasted vegetables.

If you are looking to pamper your Dads for Father’s Day at Ginger too, here is a preview of what’s coming up in the buffet spread.

GINGER’S BUFFET HIGHLIGHTS FOR DINNER & FATHER’S DAY WEEKEND BRUNCH (1 – 30 JUNE 2021)

• Hainan Oxtail Stew
• Roast Angus Beef with Truffle Puree
• Beef Cheek Ragout Lasagne
• Foie Gras Puff Pastry with Caramelised Apple (limited to one serving per diner)
• Moroccan Roast Baby Lamb
• Wagyu Beef Herbal Soup
• Sausages: Chicken Italian, Chicken Snail, Beef Cabanossi, Lamb

Don’t miss out on the Hainan Oxtail Stew and Foie Gras Puff Pastry with Caramelised Apple. We absolutely loved the Roast Angus Beef with Truffle Puree. There is also a sausage platter which includes a medley of Chicken Italian, Chicken Snail, Beef Cabanossi, Lamb Marquez and the Turkish Mediterranean.

One Dines Free with Two Paying Adults (from 2 May to 30 June 2021)

• With promo code LIC3-FOR-2
• Minimum 3 adults to dine
• Up to 2 redemptions per table
• Not valid on eve of and on PH
• Not valid on Mother’s Day weekend, 8-9 May and Father’s Day weekend, 19-20 June

25% savings (from 2 May to 30 June 2021)

• Limited seats available
• With promo code LIC25
• Minimum 2 adults to dine
• Valid on eve of and on PH
• Valid on Mother’s Day weekend, 8-9 May and Father’s Day weekend, 19-20 June with full payment paid by 5 May for Mother’s Day and 12 June for Father’s Day

Parents’ Day Buffet Pricing

Lunch from Mondays to Sundays (except 8, 9 May & 19, 20 June): S$48++ (adult), S$24++ (child)

Brunch (8, 9 May & 19, 20 June): S$58++ (adult), S$29++ (child)

Dinner (Mondays to Thursdays): S$65++ (adult), S$32.5++ (child)

Dinner (Fridays to Sundays): S$75++ (adult), S$37.5++ (child)

Ginger
7500 Beach Rd, PARKROYAL on Beach Road, Singapore 199591
Tel: +65 3138 1995
Reservation: https://bit.ly/reserveginger

This post was brought to you by Ginger.

Spice Brasserie at PARKROYAL on Kitchener Road has reopened its doors and we are all ready for their Christmas buffet. It has become a tradition for us to dine at Spice Brasserie every Christmas, and we are glad that despite the pandemic, this year is no exception.

Helmed by Executive Chef Robert Chan, a buffet affair at Spice Brasserie is a satisfying one that does not require you to break the bank. With safety measures in place, it will be an a la carte buffet instead. But this is not a shortchange, by any means. If any, everything will be plated and served to you and you can truly dine comfortably in your space.

The cherry on top? You can quote “Ladyironchef” to enjoy 25% off Spice Brasserie’s buffet when you make your reservations. ‘Tis the season to be jolly and to feast!

SIGNATURE BBQ BLACK CHAR SIEW AND CRISPY PORK ROLL

Spice Brasserie’s Signature BBQ Black Char Siew on its own will make us return for another round of buffet because it is so darn solid.

Slabs of pork in a rich char siew sauce with maltose as its base, then placed above an open fire until the glaze begins to caramelise from the heat. The result is a glorious char siew that is so moist and tender with a lovely sweet and smoky aftertaste.

CRISPY PORK ROLL

Sometimes, life gives you more and that’s in the form of roasted pork at Spice Brasserie’s Christmas buffet.

The Crispy Pork Roll is made using pork belly that is marinated with a copious amount of a house blend of herbs and seasoning, then rolled into a tight spiral and slow-roasted. It has so much flavours in one bite that everyone at the dining table was in awe.

TRADITIONAL ROAST TURKEY CARVING WITH GRAVY

What is Christmas without a good turkey? Turkeys tend to have a bad name for being dry and tasteless, and we’ve had our fair share of mediocre turkeys, but never at Spice Brasserie.

Taking center stage at the buffet is this Traditional Roast Turkey Carving with Gravy. Just good ol’ turkey with no-frills marination, roasted at the right temperature to retain the moisture and slightly charred skin for extra flavours. Sink your teeth into the tender meat and fall in love with the classic flavour; so good, you don’t even need the gravy actually!

But hey, try the gravy anyway.

MAI YA TANG GLAZED HAM WITH PINEAPPLE SAUCE

For the uninitiated, mai ya tang is maltose candy. It is a thick Chinese syrup and is often used as flavouring and/or to give meat its glossy look.

Needless to say, the Mai Ya Tang Glazed Ham with Pineapple Sauce at Spice Brasserie is a beautiful one. Just look at that glorious glaze! The ham was nice and juicy, with a slight sweetness in every bite. And don’t we all love free-flow ham, seriously? (Good) Hams are otherwise pretty expensive as they go by weight!

MEATLOAF

The traditional folks would want their Meatloaf for Christmas. The ones served at the buffet is made of minced pork that is lightly seasoned before being baked.

CHILLI CRAB WITH MANTOU

And because Spice Brasserie is incorporating Asian flavours in their Christmas line-up, you can expect Chilli Crab with Mantou as part of the a la carte buffet too! You don’t have to worry about your folks who are not used to European fare; they can have their chilli crab while you have your turkey and ham. 

Spice Brasserie’s rendition is one with thick chunks of egg – just the way we like it. It is tangy and sweet, not overly spicy, and makes the perfect dip for deep-fried mantou. Talk about having the best of both worlds – crabs and Christmas roasts! Our tummies cannot be happier!

COLD SEAFOOD PLATTER

If you are one who needs your cold seafood at a buffet, the a la carte buffet line-up includes a Cold Seafood Platter option. You can have as many bowls of fresh ocean treasures as you wish, and they include prawns, mussels, crawfish, scallops and conches.

FESTIVE TEPPANYAKI ICE CREAM

Spice Brasserie’s enchanting dessert column includes two festive Teppanyaki Ice Cream flavours that are prepared a la minute. The kids will love this!

German Chocolate Croffle Teppanyaki Ice-Cream
- Brownie
- Sea salt
- Shredded coconut
- Pecan nut
- Caramel sauce

Apple Crumble with Brandied Prune Teppanyaki Ice-Cream
- Apple
- Brandy marinated dark prunes
- Christmas spices
- Custard and apricot

RED AND GREEN VELVET CREAM CHEESE YULE LOG WITH BRANDIED FRUITS AND NUTS

Spice Brasserie’s take on the Christmas log cake is a fruity one – Red and Green Velvet Cream Cheese Yule Log with Brandied Fruits and Nuts. We love the brandied fruits and how the cream cheese balances out the mild alcoholic taste of the cake.

Terms: Valid for festive buffet until 3 January 2021 only. Not applicable with other offers, promotions, discount and privileges.

To call +65 64283160 or email to spicebrasserie.prskt@parkroyalhotels.com for reservations. Quote “Ladyironchef” to enjoy 25% off Spice Brasserie’s buffet when making your reservations.

Lunch
19, 20, 26 and 27 Dec 2020 S$62 (adult) S$31 (child)
25 Dec 2020 S$75 (adult) S$37.5 (child)
1 to 3 Jan 2021 S$58 (adult) S$29 (child)

Dinner
18 to 20, 26 to 27 Dec 2020, and 1 to 3 Jan 2021 S$72 (adult) S$36 (child)
24 Dec 2020 S$98 (adult) S$49 (child)
25 Dec 2020 S$75 (adult) S$37.5 (child)
31 Dec 2020 S$78 (adult) S$39 (child)

Spice Brasserie
PARKROYAL on Kitchener Road (Lobby Level)
181 Kitchener Road
Singapore 208533

This post was brought to you by PARKROYAL on Kitchener Road.

Who doesn’t love a good buffet? We can definitely all appreciate a good lineup of some amazing local nosh and scrumptious spreads from a myriad of cuisines. What makes Atrium Restaurant’s buffet even better? It’s finally gotten their official Halal certification!

Atrium Restaurant at Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium is re-launching its buffet lineup with new signature dishes, live stations as well as halal dishes. You can look forward to a buffet spread chocked full of local delights as well as cuisines that will take you on a culinary flight across the globe.

Expect live stations preparing Singaporean fares such as Hainanese Chicken Rice, Mee Siam and Laksa, as well as Atrium Restaurant’s signature Chilli Crab. Seafood lovers can indulge in a vast array of fresh seafood on ice and even a whole baked fish complemented by 6 varieties of sambal sauce.

Atrium Restaurant has also revamped its desserts buffet to cater to all sweet tooths. There will be a Cendol live station and Durian Pengat alongside their selection of delectable cakes and kuehs! If you’re feeling nostalgic, the buffet has its own ice cream bicycle where you can get your favourite childhood ice cream with colourful bread or wafer biscuits!

If you’re looking to have a great meal with your loved ones, we have a deal that will make this meal even sweeter – quote ‘ladyironchef’ upon making your reservation to enjoy a 1-for-1 buffet with a glass of complimentary soft drink from now until 30 November 2019.

ATRIUM RESTAURANT’S SIGNATURE DISHES

HAINANESE CHICKEN RICE

Enjoy a well-prepared serving of authentic Hainanese Chicken Rice right before your eyes. Choose from the steamed or roasted chicken, which will be chopped on-the-spot, based on your preference. You can then add the respective condiments that you desire like the dark soya sauce or spicy garlic chilli.

CARROT CAKE

“It doesn’t matter if you’re black or white” – fried carrot cake is always good! Loved by locals and Singapore’s visitors, carrot cake is one local food that’s super hard to hate. Atrium Restaurant dishes up this Singaporean classic straight from the wok and into your plates. We loved how this timeless dish was both sweet-and-savoury – we really couldn’t keep our forks off of it!

ROTI PRATA & CURRY

Known for their much raved about Indian dishes and curries, the Roti Prata Live Station at Atrium Restaurant serves freshly-made roti pratas that are paired with a serving of spicy curry.

The prata soaks up the curry so deliciously and a kick of spice really ties everything together.

CHICKEN SHAWARMA

Carved specially for diners at a live rotisserie is Atrium Restaurant’s Chicken Shawarma. Marinated with a blend of aromatic spices, the chicken is cooked to perfection – tender, succulent and oh-so flavourful. Dip these cuts of roasted meat in a tangy yoghurt sauce to enjoy this dish fully.

SATAY

Singapore is known for its street food and Satay is definitely one of the most popular and well-known dishes everyone far and wide should try when visiting our sunny island. You can get freshly-grilled chicken and lamb Satay, basted with lemongrass and accompanied by a spicy peanut gravy.

LAKSA

Silky rice noodles, beancurd, egg and seafood are drenched in a thick and creamy spicy broth in Atrium Restaurant’s DIY-Laksa live station. Choose from a variety of toppings to put in your own perfect bowl of laksa. It’s one of Singapore’s most comforting bowls of noodles – you’ll be instantly hooked with this rendition.

OTHER HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS HALAL-CERTIFIED BUFFET

CHILLI CRAB

Let’s not forget the most iconic Singaporean dish – The Chilli Crab. Succulent crab is cooked in spicy-sweet chilli gravy, laced with a slurry of silky egg. A bite of sweet crab meat paired with this delectable rendition of chilli crab sauce is simply to-die-for!

Pair it with deep-fried mantou and you’ll then truly taste why Chilli Crab is one of Singapore’s most famous specialities.

MEE SIAM

Other than Laksa, you can also customise your own Mee Siam. Add some bean sprouts, beancurd and egg to complete this local classic.

GADO GADO & POPIAH

Adding on to the several live stations Atrium Restaurant has to offer, skilled chefs will help you assemble your perfect roll of popiah as well as your very own plate of Gado Gado, an Indonesian classic. Choose from a spectrum of fresh vegetables and toppings and the chefs will gladly whip up a plate that is sure to bring a smile to your face.

SEAFOOD ON ICE

Atrium Restaurant’s Seafood on Ice features prawns, flower clams, fresh scallops and black mussels. Accompanying the seafood are a selection of curated sauces including Tabasco and Sesame sauce. Pair it with a spritz of lemon and you’re good to go!

WHOLE BAKED FISH WITH 6 DIFFERENT SAMBALS

Another one of Atrium Restaurant’s most popular live stations would be their Whole Baked Fish. The succulent fish can be paired with any of the 6 varieties of sambal sauce – Sambal Terasi (Indonesian Sambal with Shrimp Paste), Nonya Sambal Belacan, Sambal Ikan Bilis, Sweet Chilli Sambal, Sambal Tumis (Stir-fried Chilli Paste) and Garlic Chilli Sauce (Chicken Rice Chilli).

Our favourite of the bunch was the Sambal Tumis as it had a nice tangy yet spicy kick which complemented the baked fish super well. A close second was the Nonya Sambal Belacan with its umami-bomb flavour!

JAPANESE SUSHI & SMOKED FISH

The sushi selections vary from salmon, California rolls, scallops and ebi prawn sushi. You can also get smoked fish to go along with the sushi selections.

CHINESE CUISINE

There are popular dishes from Chinese cuisine such as Yong Tau Foo with Hot Bean Sauce and Wok Fried Chicken with Shredded Bell Peppers. The two dishes that caught our fancy the most were the Wintermelon with Chicken Soup and the Braised Ee Fu Noodles.

The soup was so flavourful despite its simple appearance, having a complex mix of sweetness and a nice savoury chicken flavour. Like most Chinese soups, this was a hearty bowl that kept us going back for more. The Ee Fu noodles were super “QQ” and also packed with a lot of hearty ingredients and flavour from being stir-fried.

WESTERN DELIGHTS

Other than just Asian cuisines, there are also dishes from Western origins such as a super delectable Chicken Stew and Pan-Fried Fish with Orange Sauce.

We loved how tender and juicy the chicken was after being stewed for hours. The stew itself was bursting with flavour and every ingredient was mouthwateringly delicious after being simmered in the thick gravy.

DIY ICE KACANG STATION

Of course, every buffet will be judged by its dessert spread as well and Atrium Restaurant will not disappoint with its revamped lineup of sweet treats. One particular live station will keep local-cuisine lovers on their toes – the DIY Ice Kacang Station!

Grab some shaved ice, sweet syrups, red beans, jellies and corn – you’ve got yourself an amazing local dessert.

ICONIC ICE CREAM SANDWICH

If you’re feeling nostalgic, head on over to Atrium Restaurant’s very own Ice Cream Bicycle where a chef will slice up some ice cream with some rainbow bread or wafers – just like the good ol’ days! Choose from chocolate, vanilla or even durian ice cream to go with your choice of “wrap”.

DURIAN PENGET

Durian-lovers rejoice! Atrium Restaurant’s Durian Penget is something everyone can look forward to. What’s not to love about a creamy, luscious mash of sweet durian pudding? The answer has to be “nothing”.

This creamy dessert is definitely one of the more sinful dessert options, but you’re already at a buffet so just indulge to your hearts’ content while you’re here!

Lunch (Mon-Fri): $64++ per adult | $20++ per child (6-12 years old)
Weekend Lunch (Sat & Sun): $72++ per adult | $20++ per child (6-12 years old)
Dinner (Sun-Thu): $80++ per adult | $25++ per child (6-12 years old)
Dinner (Fri & Sat): $88++ per adult | $25++ per child ( 6-12 years old)

For more information, visit Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium’s website.

Atrium Restaurant
317 Outram Road
Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium, Level 4
Singapore 169075
Tel: +65 6733 0188
Daily: 6.30am – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Outram Park/Tiong Bahru

This post was brought to you by Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium.

Sitting on Havelock Road is Irodori Japanese Restaurant, a restaurant that offers diners an extensive range of à la carte buffet menu dishes with the freshest ingredients sourced from Australia, New Zealand, Norway and Europe.

Fans of Japanese cuisine will be overjoyed by the endless flow of sashimi, sushi, tempura and assorted hand rolls—all at one All-You-Can-Eat price.

SIDE DISHES

A standout dish for us at Irodori Japanese Restaurant was the Grilled Prawn with Mentaiko. The prawn was fresh, grilled to perfection and topped with creamy mentaiko. The combination of the prawn and mentaiko may seem simple but we were blown away by the rich flavours!

We also enjoyed the Mixed Tempura, which was fried to perfection with its light and crisp batter.

Another highlight of our meal was the Sashimi Moriawase, and we loved that the slices of seafood were thick and generous.

Expect an array of grilled foods, deep-fried dishes and teppanyaki selections too.

SUSHI AND HAND ROLLS

Spotting a bright hue of oraneg from the abundance of fish roe it was covered in, the Irodori Special Roll was a tasty departure from the typical sushi roll.

We ordered the California Te-maki, Spider Te-maki (Soft Shell Crab), and Ebi Te-maki (Tempura Prawn). Each of the hand rolls was stuffed with fragrant Japanese rice and filled to the brim with fish roe! The generous amount of ingredients made it hard to bite into, but we loved it all the same!

Irodori Japanese Restaurant is great for diners looking for a relaxing and affordable Japanese buffet experience without having to get up from their table to grab more food. Simple and delicious, nothing overly fancy; we will be back for more.

Lunch and Dinner Buffet
Adult S$38.80++, Child S$24.80++

Irodori Japanese Restaurant
382 Havelock Road,
Four Points by Sheraton Singapore
Riverview #03-01, Singapore 169629
Daily: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Clarke Quay/Chinatown