Arteastiq DePatio
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Looking for a perfect getaway from the concrete jungle?

Arteastiq De Patio is a new tropical garden-themed cafe at Plaza Singapura by the Arteastiq group. Known for its elegant afternoon tea affair, all-day brunch menu and freestyle art jamming, Arteastiq is one of our favourite hangout spots in town.

From brunch to pasta, artisanal pizzas and tea blends, Arteastiq DePatio has something for everyone. The new casual dining concept has an affordable menu with many dishes priced around S$16 and there are also more family-friendly sharing plates for communal dining.

Here are some deliciously beautiful dishes that you have to try when you dine at Arteastiq DePatio.

AFTERNOON TEA

Gather your friends for a delightful afternoon tea at Arteastiq DePatio! They offer a modern Japanese take on an afternoon tea spread serving dainty fine sweets and relishing bite-sized savouries.

The Afternoon Tea set is (S$48 for 2 people) comes with a selection of savouries and sweets as well as two speciality teas of your choice.

Savouries

• Smoked Salmon Cream Cheese Roulade
• Kani Salad in Kueh Pie Tee
• Open-faced sandwiches with parma ham, brie, and tomato.

Sweets

• Hojicha choux pastry
• Shiratama dango with purple crumble
• Donut lollipops
• Macarons

ARTISANAL JAPANESE-ITALIAN PIZZAS

Calling all pizza lovers!

Arteastiq DePatio specializes in making artisanal Japanese-Italian pizzas! All pizzas are lovingly hand-stretched and topped off with the freshest quality ingredients such as the rich tomato marinara, creamy burrata cheese, and premium grade Japanese wagyu beef.

Expect to find Italian classics from the Margherita Pizza (S$16) to the highly recommended Japanese-inspired creations including Soy Garlic Wagyu Beef pizza (S$29) and Burrata Parma ham Margherita pizza (S$29)

You can also go for the Double-Happiness Pizza to enjoy 2 flavours on a 12-inch pizza.

BRUNCH

Enjoy a hearty brunch with your family and friends. It is hard to decide on a dish when there are so many mouth-watering choices to pick from!

Try the highly recommended signature Tuscan Butter Salmon (S$18) which comes with a pan-seared Salmon creamy sauce with garlic, cherry tomato, spinach, basil, parmesan cheese and sunny side up; or if you are feeling hungry, go for the Full Breakfast (S$22) with scrambled eggs, turkey bacon, chicken cheese sausage, sauteed mushroom, roasted cherry tomato, kernel corn, green salad, blueberry jam and toast bread.

PASTA

One of our favourite dishes from Arteastiq Bistro at Jewel Changi Airport is the Spicy Crayfish Spaghetti (S$16) and it is also available at the new garden-themed cafe.

It features two generous slabs of crayfish atop a bed of tri-coloured pasta that is tossed and sautéed with chilli oil, garlic, cocktail onion and light cream.

Other options include Squid Ink Spaghetti (S$16), Macaroni Beef Bolognese (S$16) and Mentaiko Tuna Spaghetti (S$16).

BREW

Amongst Arteastiq’s extensive tea choices—there are more than 20 delicately perfumed teas to pick from—our absolute favourite has to be their famed Lychee Oolong Tea which is served in a crystal perfume bottle and poured over plump and succulent lychees.

For caffeine lovers, you have to try their premium grade Hojicha Espresso. It’s the ideal pick-me-up treat. Akin to the flavours of deep caramel, the Hojicha Espresso offers a natural sweetness, a deep roasted nuttiness and a gentle hint of smokiness. Ornately served in a dark crystal perfume bottle and poured over milk and ice, this fine beverage will keep you wanting for more.

Arteastiq Depatio
68 Orchard Road, #03-70/72, Plaza Singapura
Singapore 238839.

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True to its name, Arteastiq is the quintessence of elegance with its beautiful posh restaurants featuring exquisite dining ambiences, scrumptious nosh and eclectic ranges of artisanal teas. The establishment already has two existing outlets that are conveniently located at Mandarin Gallery and Plaza Singapura, and they’ve decided to expand to the East to include an outlet at fresh-faced Jewel Changi Airport.

Overlooking the world’s biggest indoor waterfall and shrouded in lush greenery, Arteastiq Bistro at Jewel Changi Airport is a dreamy sanctuary for travellers and city dwellers alike to retreat to for some much-needed respite away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Aside from the majestic view, take your senses on a gastronomical adventure with their all-day multifaceted menu that has been created by Arteastiq Group’s executive chef, Chef Yip. The adroitly curated menu focuses on the reinterpretation of continental cuisines and features the likes of snazzy high tea sets, delectable mains and ambrosial desserts.

This botanical haven sits in a quiet corner on the top floor of Jewel Changi Airport. Its strategic location at the rooftop area lets in plenty of sunlight that bathes the entire restaurant in a warm, soothing glow.

With its sleek furniture and verdure accents in the colour scheme of cyan, white, gold and black, the bistro exudes a chic and modern charm that provides its diners with a tranquil and luxurious Al fresco dining experience.

NATIONAL TREASURE HIGH TEA SET 

Iindulge yourselves with Arteastiq Bistro’s new National Treasure High Tea Set (S$32 for 1 Pax, S$48 for 2 Pax), which is the perfect embodiment of Singapore’s rich and diverse multi-cultured food history.

This glorious display includes two speciality teas of your choice (not including their alcoholic range) and bites such as kueh pie tee with crab stick, rainbow kueh lapis, soft gula melaka with red bean and glutinous rice wrapped in spicy shrimp.

Our absolute favourite has to be the glutinous rice wrapped in spicy shrimp — dense, chewy and accompanied by a spicy kick, this small but fiery mouthful undoubtedly packs a mean punch.

SCRUMPTIOUS STARTERS 

Start off your feast with one of their enticing starters which include Cheese Tofu (S$9), Pan Seared Foie Gras (S$15) and Scallop Bruschetta (S$12). Out of the lot, our favourite is the Spicy Escargot (S$11) which consists of sauteed snails doused in a sauce made from chilli oil, garlic, cocktail onions and light cream.

HEARTY ASIAN MAINS 

Arteastiq Bistro’s extensive menu serves up a bountiful range of hearty, soul-comforting mains but out of them all, the ones that grabbed our attention were the Sambal Sea Bass with Dry Laksa (S$25) and Pan Roasted Satay Chicken Boneless Thigh (S$22).

Drenched in a tangy and fiery dried shrimp sambal chilli sauce, the fork-tender oven-baked sea bass had a decent amount of heated kick to it that didn’t overwhelm the palate.

The dry laksa, on the other hand, was aromatic and chewy with a slight zest to it that made it the perfect accompaniment to the sea bass.

Let’s take a moment to appreciate the Pan Roasted Satay Chicken Boneless Thigh, which features a succulent slab of chicken thigh that comes with a side of rice vermicelli, prawns, rice cake and a pot of fragrant peanut sauce.

Tender, moist and well-marinated, the chicken thigh proved to be a more elevated version of Singapore’s classic chicken satay. The rice vermicelli and satay sauce also served to add a nice variance in texture when eaten together with the chicken.

PASTAS TO LOVE

Get yourself a carbonora; their version is a sinful Truffle Carbonara (S$18). This bowl of goodness comprises unique tri-colour spaghetti that is drenched in a luxurious cream sauce and enhanced by the addition of black truffle, garlic, turkey bacon and parmesan cheese.

If cream-based pasta isn’t your cup of tea, you can opt for the Spicy Crayfish Spaghetti (S$16) which features two generous slabs of crayfish atop a bed of tri-coloured pasta that is tossed and sautéed with chilli oil, garlic, cocktail onion and light cream.

DECADENT DESSERTS 

Arteastiq Bistro has a range of decadent desserts that we’d gladly get fat for.

The Rainbow Kueh Lapis (S$12) is a whimsical take on the classic kueh lapis and is served with red beans and a scoop of ambrosial durian gelato. Dense, fragrant and addictively buttery, the kueh lapis pairs really well with the light and creamy durian gelato.

Another dessert to try is the Pandan Kaya Lava Cake (S$12) which is served with red beans and a sinful (but shiok) scoop of gula melaka gelato. Slice through the cake’s soft exterior and watch the viscous lava ooze out of the cake. The cake as a whole manages to be rich and saccharinely sweet without being too overwhelming and we appreciate how it tastes like authentic pandan and kaya.

AFTER DARK DELIGHTS (8pm – 10pm) 

If you’re a night owl, Arteastiq Bistro at Jewel Changi Airport offers an outlet-exclusive Mid-night Menu from 8pm to 10pm. Order yourself a brightly hued cocktail and enjoy the magnificent view of the majestic indoor waterfall from the comfort of your seat. Some cocktails that you can try are Flight Fantasy, Bewitching Grove and Dragon Gin & Tonic.

If you’re feeling peckish, get yourself some grub from their bar menu which includes savoury finger foods such as Salted Egg Fried Chicken Thigh (S$9), Beef Chilli Waffle Fries (S$12) and Prawn Paste Fried Squid (S$12).

Lo and behold, there is the Mid-night High Tea set at S$48 for 2.

The grandiose set comes with speciality tea for two, with a choice of an upgrade to a sharing cocktail or sangria for an additional S$20. We recommend upgrading your drink because that would mean that you can get yourself a massive sharing glass filled with your choice of alcoholic beverage and pearls; definitely not something you get to try every day!

Accompanying the drinks is an array of bite-sized treasures such as smoked salmon roulade with cream cheese and tobiko, truffle shell pasta, sweet potato fries with truffle oil and vol au vent with tuna and cheese.

Arteastiq Bistro
Jewel Changi Airport
78 Airport Boulevard, #05-201
Singapore 819666
Daily: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Changi Airport

This post is brought to you by Arteastiq Bistro. 

Our guide to 14 Afternoon Tea Places In Singapore has been updated on 1 Oct 2020.

While we take all our meals seriously, there is something very enticing about the idea of afternoon teas. A delightful afternoon tea session with your friends makes mundane workdays go by much faster and it gives us something to look forward to on the weekends.

Whether it is a fancy three-tier stand of desserts or an all-you-can-eat afternoon tea buffet, there is no lack of options in Singapore—some feature the most exquisite cake selection and others have the best pastries and sweet treats.

We have made it our mission to suss out the best afternoon teas in Singapore and felt that it is only right to share with you. For the love of scones, waffles and tea, here is our guide to 14 best places in Singapore to visit for afternoon tea.

ARTEASTIQ

Doll yourself up because you will want to take pictures with your girlfriends at this beautiful tea house, which is located in the bustling district of Orchard. The elegant two-tiered afternoon tea set (S$48++) with sweets and savouries is designed for two and it comes with two speciality teas of your preference.

We love their refreshing iced fruit teas, particularly Pomelo Tea and Lychee Tea that would be served in pretty clear glass teapots. Sip away in style or get your hands dirty at their in-house painting room.

333A Orchard Road, #04-14/15, Mandarin Gallery
Singapore 238897
Tel: +65 6235 8705
Mon to Fri: 11am – 10pm
Sat & Sun: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

ARTEASTIQ BISTRO

Over at the new Arteastiq Bistro at Jewel Changi Airport, indulge yourselves with their National Treasure High Tea Set (S$32++ for 1 Pax, S$48++ for 2 Pax), which is the perfect embodiment of Singapore’s rich and diverse multi-cultured food history.

This glorious display includes two speciality teas of your choice (not including their alcoholic range) and bites such as kueh pie tee with crab stick, rainbow kueh lapis, soft gula melaka with red bean and glutinous rice wrapped in spicy shrimp.

Our absolute favourite has to be the glutinous rice wrapped in spicy shrimp—dense, chewy and accompanied by a spicy kick, this small but fiery mouthful undoubtedly packs a mean punch.

Jewel Changi Airport
78 Airport Boulevard, #05-201
Singapore 819666
Daily: 9am — 3am
Nearest Station: Changi Airport

BRASSERIE LES SAVEURS

A meal at Brasserie Les Saveurs in the swanky St. Regis Hotel Singapore is usually an unforgettable affair, with its exceptional staff service, gorgeous interior decorations and glitzy swinging chandeliers.

Sip on the finest tea selection by TWG Tea and share a delightful afternoon tea set (weekday – S$49++, weekend – S$58++) that boasts tantalising tarts, scones and sandwiches. Your gourmet experience continues with an impressive array of savouries, puffs and desserts.

The St. Regis Singapore, Lobby Level, 29 Tanglin Road
Singapore 247911
Tel: +65 6506 6860
Mon to Sat: 3pm – 5pm
Sun: 4pm – 6pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

COLONY

Go on a gastronomic journey at Colony, a colonial-themed restaurant where tradition meets modernity.

Lounge your afternoon away in this gorgeous setting and chit-chat over savoury delights served in a five-tier ceramic tiffin and unlimited servings of delectable desserts from The Patisserie, a complimentary flute of champagne and Colony’s custom tea blend. The Journey Afternoon Tea is priced at S$49++ per person.

Level 3, The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore
7 Raffles Avenue
Singapore 039799
Tel: +65 6434 5288
Mon to Sat: 3.30pm – 5.30pm
Nearest Station: Promenade

HÄAGEN-DAZS

Enjoy your afternoon with your girlfriends with Häagen-Dazs Love Blossoms High Tea Set ($46 for 2). It comes with mini ice cream scoops (including two limited edition spring floral flavours—Orange Blossom ice cream and Jasmine Raspberry & Pomegranate ice cream) in a tart, assorted pastries, seasonal fresh fruits, warm chocolate fondue sauce, and complimentary tea and coffee.

The Spring desserts are available in all Häagen-Dazs cafes islandwide.

THE LANDING POINT

A date with your girlfriends should include savouring on an exquisite three-tier afternoon tea set (S$50++ on weekdays) that comes with freshly prepared English scones, sandwiches, pastries, and a decadent assortment of desserts alongside teas and coffees.

From Salted Caramel Tart to Boston Lobster Cornet a l’Oriental and Hot Scones, The Landing Point seeks to go beyond your expectations all the time. On weekends, the afternoon tea is priced at S$55++ for adults and S$28++ for children.

Fullerton Bay Hotel, 80 Collyer Quay
Singapore 049326
Tel: +65 6597 5277
Weekdays: 3pm – 5.30pm
Weekends & Public Holidays: 12pm – 2pm, 3pm – 5pm
Nearest Station: Raffles Place

THE LOBBY LOUNGE AT INTERCONTINENTAL SINGAPORE

Sitting within Intercontinental Singapore, The Lobby Lounge with its high ceilings and elegant interiors makes it one of the most popular lounges in Singapore for afternoon tea.

Best known for their three-tier afternoon tea experience, their Classic Afternoon Tea: Checkmate (S$88 for two pax) showcases a board of Chef Ben Goh’s Valrhona Chocolate creations together with the classic three-tier bites and unlimited fine teas and coffee.

80 Middle Road
Level 1, InterContinental Singapore
Singapore 188966
Tel: +65 6338 7600
Daily: 2pm – 5pm
Nearest Station: Bugis

THE LOBBY LOUNGE AT SHANGRI-LA SINGAPORE

The Lobby Lounge is a place where you can avoid the crazy crowds in Orchard without having to travel too far away; it is a serene sanctuary nestled in 6 hectares of greenery.

Their 3-tier Local Signature Afternoon Tea Set (Mon to Fri – S$38++, Sat & Sun – S$S$42++) comprises local delights and you can even complete the entire dining experience with Kopi Tarik or Teh Tarik! Do note that their afternoon tea is not available on public holidays.

22 Orange Grove Road
Shangri-La Singapore, The Lobby Lounge
Singapore 258350
Tel: +65 6213 4486
Mon to Fri: 3pm – 5.30pm
Sat & Sun: 4pm – 6pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

THE LOBBY LOUNGE AT THE WESTIN SINGAPORE

One of the most indulgent afternoon teas (S$45++) you can find in Singapore, The Lobby Lounge sure knows what it takes to make a high tea affair a luxurious one. Their seafood afternoon high tea menu includes a variety of both sweets and savouries, such as lobster rolls and vanilla raspberry cheesecakes.

Besides the three-tier platter that comes with Lobster & Mushroom Torchon and Poached Prawn & Cream Cheese as the stars of the show, diners are also treated to whole Lobster Thermidor, Freshly-Shucked Oysters and an attractive dessert platter.

The Westin Singapore, Level 32
12 Marina View, Asia Square Tower 2
Singapore 018961
Tel: +65 6922 6988
Mon to Fri: 2.30pm – 5pm
Sat & Sun: 2pm – 4pm, 4.30pm — 6.30pm
Nearest Station: Downtown

THE MARMALADE PANTRY

The Marmalade Pantry has always been our favourite homegrown brand, be it for decadent mains or exquisite desserts. Available on Fridays to Sundays and public holidays from 3pm – 6pm, make your afternoon an indulgent one with The Marmalade Pantry’s Afternoon Tea Set (S$54++ for two pax at the Novena and Downtown outlets).

On top of 2 pots of teas of your choice, their impressive afternoon tea set comes with a selection of sandwiches including smoked salmon, roast beef, truffle egg mayo and cranberry chicken; buttermilk scones with candied orange & cranberry, and clotted cream; petite signature cakes and two incredibly moist cupcakes.

Oasia Hotel Downtown, #01-01
100 Peck Seah Street
Singapore 079333
Tel: +65 6385 0741
Daily: 12pm – 3pm, 4pm – 7pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

VIOLET OON

The brand-new Violet Oon Singapore in ION Orchard traces the Singapore food story back to colonial times with dishes that include British food interpreted by Hainanese cooks back in the day. Offering a stellar menu that covers every aspect of the niche cuisine such as oxtail stew, Hainanese pork chop and shepherd’s pie and a selection of Violet’s crowd-favourite Nyonya signatures, all nicely cradled around the ideology of Peranakan hospitality.

The all-day restaurant has also tailored special menus to cater to diners looking to enjoy breakfast, high-tea and weekend brunch as well.

ION Orchard #03-28/29
2 Orchard Turn,
Singapore 238801
Tel: +65 9834 9935
Daily: 12pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

10 SCOTTS AT GRAND HYATT SINGAPORE

Award-winning 10 SCOTTS in Grand Hyatt Singapore is one of the most popular afternoon tea destinations in Singapore that we can never get sick of.

Stuff yourself silly with their afternoon tea buffets (weekdays – S$52++, weekends – S$55++) with a view of the cascading 5 meters indoor waterfall. Featuring a stunning range of charcuterie, seafood, artisan cheeses and desserts, this is one unforgettable epicurean experience you must not miss out on.

10 Scotts Road
Singapore 228211
Tel: +65 6732 1234
Daily: 12pm – 2.30pm, 3pm – 5pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

Photo Credit: Emily Chee

1864 THE BAR

An elegant lobby bar nestled on the 5th floor of Sofitel Singapore City Centre, 1864 The Bar is the ideal place for a luxe afternoon tea time with your ladies.

Priced at S$88++ for 2 pax, their afternoon tea set comes with bite-sized cakes and tartlets as well as tantalizing savouries such as mini quiches and sandwiches. Complete this indulgent treat with some TWG Teas or Nespresso Coffee!

9 Wallich Street
Sofitel Singapore City Centre
Singapore 078885
Tel: +65 6428 5000
Daily: 6.30am – 12am
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

Photo Credit: Pan Pacific Singapore

PAN PACIFIC SINGAPORE

One of the hallmarks of afternoon tea is undoubtedly the elegant crockery and dish-ware involved. Without the sophisticated pastry tiers and dainty cutlery, high tea wouldn’t be what it is. Pan Pacific Singapore has spiced things up a little at their high tea buffet (S$48++ for one pax, S$88++ for two pax) with a rad tea stand modelled after the iconic seating pods at the hotel’s Atrium.

Of course, a stunning tea stand would be pointless if the food isn’t on par. Thankfully, that won’t be the case at Pan Pacific Singapore. From savoury bites such as Japanese-inspired Wagyu Beef Teriyaki to sweet treats with the likes of Coffee Walnut Praline, this is a high tea buffet you’ll never forget.

Atrium or Pacific Marketplace (Level 1), 7 Raffles Boulevard
Pan Pacific Singapore
Singapore 039595
Tel: +65 6336 8111
Mon – Fri: 2.30pm — 5.30pm
Nearest Station: Promenade

Fans of Arteastiq Boutique Tea House and Painting Studio, we have a piece of good news for you. If you cannot get enough of this unique hangout location that has predominantly earned its spotlight at Mandarin Gallery, you will be heartened to know that Arteastiq has unveiled its second location at Plaza Singapura, catering a new space for tea appreciation and art jamming sessions.

The new outlet at Plaza Singapura will boast a setting with an exquisite and pleasant charm, accommodating a space that is befitting for a quaint tea session away from the bustle of the city. Just like its flagship outlet, the teahouse will be furnished with the colour themes of black and white with gold accents to further complement the elaborate tea experience.

For those who cannot wait to get their creative juices flowing, you can also head on to their art jamming studio located adjacent to the tea lounge and work on your paintings – an activity which will prove as an unconventional way of jotting down new fond memories.

Arteastiq takes pride in churning out plates of impeccable quality while spoiling diners with its eclectic menu choices. Here at the new outlet, look forward to dishes that are Inspired by cuisines from around the world.

The menu is divided into two segments – mainly “Ladies Affair” and “Gentleman’s Dinner” – because there are different palate patterns for both genders, right? With more delicate food items set for the ladies and a more robust menu for the men, we suggest you gather your friends and your loved ones, and head on down to indulge in some home styled goodness in the very pretty Arteastiq!

Arteastiq Boutique Tea House
#03-70/72 Plaza Singapura
68 Orchard Road
Singapore 238839
Tel: +65 6336 0951
Daily: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Dhoby Ghaut

This post is brought to you by Arteastiq Boutique Tea House.

Few restaurants in Singapore are as romantic and artistic as Arteastiq Boutique Tea House is. Pun is intended, but you might derive from its name that this restaurant is all about art and tea. They call it the “art of teasing”, but we think there is so much more.

It is the kind of sexiness you would associate with a date night, or a regal dining affair for the high society. Arteastiq sits at a quiet corner of Mandarin Gallery, and scores for its accessible location and wide space. Tasteful interior design with predominant monochrome furniture, exotic chandeliers and sporadic stalks of white flowers, chi-chi ambience with French jazz, an art studio, and a robust menu of artisanal teas and all kinds of wondrous food dishes.

We sampled the new menu recently, and we have been containing our excitement of sharing them since. Which is why we say Arteastiq is more than just tea and art jamming, because the food menu is nothing short of impressive. From an assortment of appetisers and contemporary mains that are created with love, to a selection of desserts that are reinterpreted with modern takes, the new menu packs a punch and gives us even more reasons to return to Arteastiq.

Arteastiq is undisputedly among our favourite dining concepts along Orchard Road, and here are our picks from its new menu:

Inspired by cuisines from around the world, the new menu is created by Chef Jason Vito (author of the Onaka cookbook) and Chef Benson Tong – a regular guest judge on MediaCorp’s cooking variety shows.

They call the appetisers “The Lighter Sides of Love”, and they sure are teasing our palates for greater things ahead. We began our afternoon with a Cyperian Affair (S$18) – a salad of rocket leaves, grapes, walnuts, pan fried haloumi and greek honey. A simple mix that features varying textures and complementing flavours, this salad is great even for vegetarians.

And we absolutely loved the Sweet Potato Fries with Horseradish Aiolo (S$12). Sweet Potato Fries are too underrated, but these food for the soul excite us more than regular fries do. Arteastiq’s version is a fancy-free jar of thick-cut strips lightly coated with salt and fried to a golden orange shade.

On to the mains, the menu is split into “Ladies Affairs” and “Gentlemen’s Dinner” – no hard and fast rule about what you can or cannot order, though. So it goes without saying that we feasted to our hearts’ content. With everything being so tantalizing, it is impossible to settle for only a dish. Or two.

The Prince of Monte Carlo (S$28) tops the chart for being an unconventional Croque Monsieur. Think slices of brioche with melted cheddar and 24-hour beef short ribs topped with a gorgeous sunny side-up. And guess what? It comes with the divine sweet potato fries too! This dish is too flawless.

Eggs Benedict for you? No, let’s do crabcake benedict. The Aphrodite-Crabcake Benedict (S$25) is splendid variation of the ubiquitous brunch food, and it features Maryland crabcake and poached egg atop slightly toasted brioche, then lavishly covered in smoked paprika hollandaise. The eggs are brilliantly poached, with beautiful runny yolks that blend with the hollandaise and seep into the crabcake for an additional touch of creaminess.

Love your duck confit? Then the Beijing’s Dynasty-Duck Pancake (S$28) is for you. Shredded and wrapped in crepe sheets and drizzled with orange caramel, this dish reminds us of Peking duck – except that it is a lot neater in a sexy ambience, of course.

Eggs anything, did we hear? How about baked eggs with foie gras? The Summer in Provence (S$28) is a hearty cocotte that featured a generous slab of seared foie gras, baked eggs, demiglace and countrybreads. Indulgent and flavoursome, we love this dish on a quiet afternoon with a good read in hand.

On to the Viking’s Prime-Frikadel et Rosti (S$28) – sounds complicated, but let’s just say this is an awesome pairing of sweet potato rosti (oh yes, baby!) and chicken patties. Prepared with brown sauce, mustard and horseradish, look forward to a taste of textured spices. Goes really well with their famed iced lychee tea (S$11)!

We heard the Louisana Love (S$26) is a popular choice too. Essentially chicken and waffles, this dish features panfried buttermilk chicken, wholewheat waffles, maple butter and red vegetable slaw. What dreams are made of, we’d say. Need some warm stew? The Boston Love Boat-Ciponio (S$29) is a seafood and saffron version that is (also) served with sweet potato fries. Never too much, indeed.

The menu revamp also brings about a spanking desserts selection that they call “The Sweeter Sides of Love”. Small but concise, everything is homemade with so much thoughts and love. On a lighter note, we have so much respect for places that reinvent recipes, so Arteastiq has our hearts for this.

We liked the Airy Fairy (S$13) best. A portion of Valrhona chocolate mousse with vanilla cream parfait a day keeps depression at bay! This dessert is also very Instagram-worthy.

Are you a fan of donuts? Because the Pillows-”Beignets” (S$12) are not to be missed. Three balls of New Orleans style beignets that are round and soft – airy on the inside, and powdered with coffee sugar on the outside. Served with creme chantilly, we would even do this as a main on days that we need some sugar rush.

The Silk Thread (S$13) is an interesting rendition of crème brûlée. It is not your usual sweet custard; it is infused with osmanthus. Lightly creamy and significantly less sweet, this variation is served with fresh plump berries, and ideal for those who normally do not prefer the classic rich custard.

As Arteastiq prides itself as an oasis of a venue, the whole concept of social interaction through the expression of painting and gathering whilst overlooking the busy life of Orchard Road from above is a truly exquisite experience.

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Arteastiq Boutique Tea House
Mandarin Gallery, #04-14/15
333A Orchard Road
Tel: +65 6235 8370
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

This post is brought to you by Arteastiq Boutique Tea House.

Speak about Arteastiq, and its tea lounge at Mandarin Gallery instantly comes to mind. Recently, the good people behind this one-of-its-kind art jamming cum studio café have gone traditional with its new restaurant Arteastiq Tea Bone China at Millenia Walk.

The décor was effortlessly classy, bringing a sense of nostalgia without the tackiness. We were especially fascinated by the birdcages that dangled from the ceiling, an attempt to recreate the experiences of olden-day Chinese merchants who’d bird-watch while sipping pots of tea.

The hotpot menu is limited, with a choice of 3 soup bases – Bak Kut Teh ($5.50), Pork Bone ($6.50) or Ginseng Chicken ($8.80), and a selection of ingredients such as Sliced Salmon ($14.80), Kampong Chicken ($11.80) and Vegetables ($6.80).

We went for the pork bone soup, which was comforting and flavourful, if just a tad heavy-handed on the salt. The Sliced Beef ($12.80) which a at first glance looked fresh and promising, turned out to be sinewy and lacking in flavour. Vegetables are, well, vegetables. But they made for a feel-good meal together with a bowl of brown rice ($2), which was cooked with a mish-mash of vegetables and beans.

Apart from the hotpots, Arteastiq dishes up a variety of communal dishes, from the ubiquitous pan-fried Silver Cod Fish ($16.80) to the intriguing Crispy Tofu with Chicken and Avocado Cream ($12.80).

We enjoyed the Siew Mai ($4.80) from the dim sum menu, but found the signature Xiao Long Baos ($6.80) unremarkable. If there is one dish we’d return to Tea Bone China for, it is the Wanton with hot chilli sauce ($5.80). Sitting in a pool of sourish, slightly spicy Chinese vinegar were 6 plump, juicy prawn and pork dumplings encased in a silky wanton skin. These were remarkably satisfying.

Arteastiq’s attempt to recreate the hotpot experience fine-dining style is commendable, but would probably not please traditionalists looking for a hearty hotpot meal since portions are small. While the experience is worth a visit, the food is not. With so many other dining options at Millenia Walk, we doubt we will be hurrying back any time soon.

Arteastiq Tea Bone China
9 Raffles Boulevard
#02-19/20 Millenia Walk
Tel: +65 6333 5117
Sun to Thu: 11am – 11pm
Fri & Sat: 11am – 11pm

Words and photographs by Sarah Lim