Now that eating out is no longer an option, takeouts are going to make more frequent appearances in our daily routines. But, we’re not complaining.

With numerous restaurants in Singapore pushing out new takeaway menus and offers during this COVID-19 period, takeaways have never looked more exciting. Think barbecued meats platters and paellas still sizzling in greased pans.

Sure, heading out to get food may not be as convenient as just boiling up some instant noodles. But, let’s do what we can to support our F&B businesses during this trying period.

We’ve rounded up 34 restaurants in Singapore with new takeaway menus and promotions during this circuit breaker! So, grab your containers and bags and let’s get down to business.

ALMA BY JUAN ARMADOR

Seated within Goodwood Park Hotel, Alma By Juan Armador serves up magnificent Asian-inspired Spanish–European cuisine. They’ve just launched enticing takeaway sets (S$29+), available from Tuesday to Thursday.

Each day sees a different pairing of a main dish and dessert. Anticipate mouthwatering savouries, such as Angus Beef Burger and Rye Sourdough ‘Reuben’, and delightful sweets such as Valhorna Brownie and Gula Melaka Canalé.

The lunchboxes are limited to 50 boxes a day and available at S$29++ per set. Make sure you place your order one day in advance. All sets come with a side of chips and salad.

10% of revenue made from every lunchbox set will be donated to the National University Hospital.

Call the restaurant at +65 6735 9937 or WhatsApp them +65 9119 8928 to place your order. They’re offering free delivery to the following estates for orders above S$90: Orchard, River Valley, Bukit Timah, Newton and Novena! Orders below S$90 will not be eligible for delivery.

22 Scotts Rd, Goodwood Park Hotel
Singapore 228221
Tel: +65 6735 9937
Mon: 6pm – 9.30pm
Tues to Sat: 12pm – 2pm, 6pm – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

Photo Credit: www.instagram.com/burntends_sg/

BURNT ENDS

Those of you who have been trying (and failing) to get a seat at Burnt Ends, rejoice. This 1-Michelin-starred smokehouse has recently launched its takeaway service and islandwide delivery. No more waiting for months just to get a seat here!

Burnt Ends’ takeaway menu features a line-up of their signature dishes, including the Steak Sando (S$48) and Peri Peri Chicken (S$54).

They also offer a range of incredible set meals that feed two to ten pax, with prices starting from $54 for a Meal for 2. This set entails two Burnt Ends Sangers, a Butterhead Salad and a slice of Berry Tart.

Place your order on their website, or call the restaurant at +65 6224 3933 for collection. They also do islandwide delivery for orders S$150 and above.

20 Teck Lim Rd
Singapore 088391
Tel: +65 6224 3933
Mon to Sat: 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 12am
Sun: 12pm – 3pm, 5pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Outram Park

CANDLENUT

The world’s first Michelin-starred restaurant serving Peranakan cuisine is now offering takeaway. Whether you’re craving Chef’s Mum’s Chicken Curry (S$28) or the famous Buah Keluak Fried Rice (S$28), you can enjoy award-winning Peranakan food on your couch without a worry in the world.

You can view their entire takeaway menu here. Do call the restaurant at +65 8121 0176 to place your order at these timings: 12:00pm – 2:30pm (last order) and 6:00pm – 9:30pm (last order).

Also, if you spend S$150 or above you get to enjoy free delivery! A surcharge of S$15 applies for all orders below S$150.

Block 17A Dempsey Road
Singapore
Tel: +65 6444 6163
Daily: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Commonwealth

Photo Credit: www.instagram.com/cheek.sg/

CHEEK BISTRO

The sibling restaurant of Cheek by Jowl, this Australian bistro is spearheaded by Chef Rishi Naleendra and his wife Manuela Toniolo. Their menu is founded upon the spirit of sharing, with a variety of small and large plates.

Their new takeaway menu is absolutely spoiling us. Dig into magnificent Lamb Ribs with (S$36) eggplant and yoghurt, paired with Hasselback Potatoes (S$16) with sour cream and chives, in the comfort of your very own dining room.

Ring them up at +65 6221 1911 or WhatsApp them at +65 9481 6287 to place your order. They also do islandwide delivery for orders that hit a minimum spending of S$120.

21 Boon Tat St
Singapore 069620
Tel: +65 6221 1911
Mon to Fri: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 10pm
Sat: 6pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

CHIR CHIR

For a satisfying fried chicken indulgence, look no further than Chir Chir. This chain restaurant does some seriously good Korean fried chicken, with quirky flavours such as mala and cream onion. Their Mac & Cheese is a must-try as well.

The best part about taking home your fried chicken? You can eat as messily as you want without worrying about looking like a caveman in public.

Place your order via their online form: bit.ly/2UNalgN. Your order should hit a minimum of S$20 to be eligible for delivery, which will cost S$5.

But, for orders of S$40 and up, you get free delivery! Plus, an additional 10% off your bill for orders above S$50. WhatsApp +65 8786 8988 for enquiries.

Enjoy a soju bottle on the house for every S$20 spent when you self-pickup.

They are also available on GrabFood, Foodpanda and Deliveroo.

Singapore 238895
Tel +65 6509 8364
Sun – Thurs: 11am – 9.30pm
Fri – Sat: 11am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

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DON QUIJOTE

Known for its authentic Spanish cuisine, Don Quijote is located at Dempsey and offers delivery islandwide. You can now order their seafood paella, Spanish tapas, and steaks in the comfort of your own home.

To make your order, simply Whatsapp them at +65 8218 6969. You can opt for self-collection at their restaurant or delivery. Islandwide delivery costs S$20++, but if you order above S$150++, they will deliver the food to you for free. Payment can even be made via PayNow.

They are also available on Foodpanda.

Upon request, they will deliver the paella or fideua orders to you in pans.

Block 7, Dempsey Rd, #01-02
Singapore 249671
Tel: +65 6476 2811
Mon to Fri: 4pm – 10.30pm
Sat to Sun: 11am – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Commonwealth

FAT COW

Known for its handpicked selection of premium Wagyu beef, Fat Cow is now offering a special set menu for both takeaways and delivery.

Take your pick from the Signature Fat Cow Donburi, Fat Foa-Gura Don, Wagyu Sandwich and more starting from S$35+. All sets come with silky Chawanmushi and robust Miso Soup.

Enjoy free delivery for orders above S$80 when you pay with Mastercard. Use promo code ‘MCFREE’ for redemption. Promotion is valid till 30 June 2020.

You can place your order and make payment online here: https://delivery.fatcow.com.sg/en_SG/. Simply pick up your order at their Orchard outlet. Do contact them at +65 9452 7814 five minutes before arrival and their service staff will meet you at the drop-off point.

Camden Medical Centre #01-01/02, 1 Orchard Boulevard
Singapore 248649
Tel: +65 6735 0308
Daily: 11am – 7pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

Photo Credit: Fresh Fruits Lab Group

FRESH FRUITS LAB

Takeouts have never been more convenient than with Fresh Fruit Lab’s Budget Stay-Home Bento. These customisable bentos start from S$8.90, allowing you to choose a base, protein and side. Some of the dishes up for grabs include Butter Rice, Grilled Cajun Chicken Thigh and Grilled Vegetables.

As if that wasn’t inviting enough, they’re treating us to 20% off all takeaway orders from their menu and a waive of service charge! Their menu has a wide variety of decadent brunches, hearty mains and desserts. They’re having an exclusive special now when brunch is available to order before 5pm!

Plus, enjoy free delivery for orders S$20 and above (fee of S$2 for orders below S$20), if your location is within a 15-minutes walk from them. WhatsApp them at +65 8834 8553 to order.

351 Changi Rd
Singapore 419818
Tel: +65 6677 6741
Tues to Fri: 11am – 10pm
Sat to Sun: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Kembangan

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HANOK BY MASIZZIM

For those of you whose trips to Korea has been cancelled, fret not. An authentic taste of Korea awaits you at Hanok by Masizzim.

This Halal-certified restaurant prides themselves on their mouthwatering galbi-jjim, pancakes and more! Their Spicy Beef Rib Stew and Squid & Leek Pancake are must-tries.

Place your order via their online form. Your order should hit a minimum of S$20 to be eligible for delivery, which will cost S$5.

But, for orders of S$40 and up, enjoy free delivery! Plus, an additional 10% off your bill for orders above S$50. WhatsApp +65 9275 3121 for enquiries.

They are also available on Foodpanda and Deliveroo.

3 Gateway Dr, #01-07 Westgate
Singapore 608532
Tel: +65 6906 0965
Daily: 11am – 9pm
Nearest Station: Jurong East

IMPERIAL TREASURE

With numerous outlets and brands across Singapore, Imperial Treasure is certainly no stranger to our local restaurant scene. As much as we’re going to miss their sophisticated ambience and elegant furnishings, we’re glad we won’t have to be abstaining from their nosh.

They are now lavishing us with an extensive range of takeaway sets, with prices starting from S$13.80! The offerings within each set vary across outlets, with iconic dishes such as Egg Fried Rice, Dim Sum Platters and Roasted Meats making appearances.

These sets will be available at Imperial Treasure Superior Peking Duck at Paragon, Imperial Treasure Cantonese Cuisine at Great World City and Treasures Yi Dian Xin at Paragon and Parkway Parade. Simply call your desired outlet to place an order.

290 Orchard Rd, #05-42/45, Paragon
Singapore 238859
Tel: +65 6732 7838
Daily: 11am – 9pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

JUMBO SEAFOOD

A household name for the freshest seafood in Singapore, Jumbo Seafood is letting us take home our favourites from their kitchen. They’ve created six hearty bento sets, each comprising of rice and three delicious sides.

You can go for either egg fried rice or steamed rice as your base, and choices for your protein include Deep-Fried Salmon With Nonya Sauce and Chicken Glazed With Tangerine Honey.

Enjoy 20% off takeaway orders made via phone call, walk-in, or when you select the “Pickup” option online. Also, from now till 31 May, use the promo code, “ISLANDWIDE”, to enjoy 10% off your first online delivery order!

20 Upper Circular Rd, The Riverwalk, #B1-48
Singapore 058416
Tel: +65 6534 3435
Daily: 12pm – 2.15pm, 6pm – 10.15pm
Nearest Station: Clarke Quay

KOGANE YAMA

If you’re a fan of Japanese fare, this spot is for you. The scrumptious tendon donburi is to die for. Just imagine crispy tempura atop a bed of fluffy white rice that’s cooked to perfection. Sounds heavenly, doesn’t it? ASMR-crispy tempura on a bed of perfectly cooked rice?

Hit up Kogane Yama to get a fix of some scrumptious tendon donburi bowls.

Place your order via their online form: bit.ly/2JMU8aH. Your order should hit a minimum of S$20 to be eligible for delivery, which will cost S$5.

They’re offering free delivery for orders of S$40 and up, and an additional 10% off your bill for orders above S$30! WhatsApp +65 8786 8988 for enquiries.

They are also available on GrabFood, Foodpanda and Deliveroo.

200 Victoria St, #02-50, Bugis Junction
Singapore 188021
Sun – Thurs: 11am – 10pm
Fri – Sat: 11am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Bugis

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KOTA ZHENG ZONG BAK KUT TEH

If you’re craving bak kut teh, Kota Zheng Zong Bak Kut Teh has got your back. This Johor-based bak kut teh claypot restaurant cooks their soups over a charcoal flame, promising full-bodied herbal flavours. 

It’s perfect for those rainy days when you just want to snuggle up on the couch and get cosy with a hot bowl of soup. This comforting dish will hit all the right spots with its rich herbal broth and fall-off-the-bone pork ribs.

You can place your order via their online form: bit.ly/2UPdfHD. Your order should hit a minimum of S$20 to be eligible for delivery, which will cost S$5.

Get free delivery if your order hits S$40, and an additional 10% off your bill for orders above S$50! WhatsApp +65 8786 8988 for enquiries.

They are also available on GrabFood and Deliveroo.

15A Lor Liput
Singapore 277730
Mon – Fri: 11am – 3.30pm, 5pm – 9.30pm
Sat: 11am – 10.30pm
Sun: 11am – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Holland Village

MASIZZIM

If you’ve never had galbi-jjim before, you’ve been deprived of some lip-smacking goodness. This Korean dish sees fall-off-the-bone beef short ribs braised in a rich, savoury sauce, and is usually paired with a steaming bowl of rice.

The best place to get this dish is from Masizzim, a Korean establishment which also does some seriously solid food. Hit them up for your next Korean takeout meal!

Place your order via their online form at bit.ly/2UNalgN. Your order should hit a minimum of S$20 to be eligible for delivery, with a delivery fee of S$5.

They’re offering free delivery for orders of S$40 and up, and an additional 10% off your bill for orders S$50 and up! WhatsApp +65 8786 8988 for enquiries.

They are also available on GrabFood, Foodpanda and Deliveroo.

313 Orchard Rd, #B3-02, 313@Somerset
Singapore 238895
Tel +65 6509 5808
Sun – Thurs: 11am – 10pm
Fri – Sat: 11am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

Photo Credit: Meatsmith

MEATSMITH

If you’re into American burgers, beef briskets, and sandwiches, this is the perfect spot for you. You will be delighted to know that they have recently launched a S$10 burger promotion for all their burgers at their branch in Telok Ayer, only for pickups and takeaways.

The S$10 burger promotion includes their cheeseburgers, pulled pork, fried chicken and brisket sandwiches. Promo only applies to takeaway/pick-up orders placed at the outlet. If you’re keen about having the food delivered to your doorstep, Meatsmith offers islandwide delivery on their website.

Meatsmith
167-169 Telok Ayer St
Singapore 068620
Tel: +65 6221 2262
Mon – Sun: 11.30am – 3pm, 5pm – 11pm
Nearest station: Telok Ayer

META RESTAURANT

The epitome of East-meets-West cuisine, Meta Restaurant is helmed by the brilliant Chef Sun. His regal cuisine showcases his Korean heritage, Japanese cooking techniques, and Western training. They’ve just launched a fresh takeaway menu, featuring a blend of Korean, Japanese and Western influences.

Get a taste of fusion in their Korean Menu (S$45), which stars Japchae, Cabbage Chawanmushi and Kimchi Soup, amongst others. Or get a set of their signature dishes (S$98), entailing Jeju Abalone, Roasted Challans Duck and more.

Give them a ring at +65 6513 0898, or WhatsApp +65 9750 8275 to place your orders! For all orders above S$100, they offer free delivery within 3 km from Meta. Otherwise, a S$10 delivery fee for orders below S$100 will apply.

1 Keong Saik Rd
Singapore 089109
Tel: +65 6513 0898
Wed to Fri: 11am – 9pm
Nearest Station: Outram Park

Photo Credit: www.instagram.com/ohayokay/

NEXT DOOR SPANISH CAFE

This under-the-radar Spanish cafe deserves way more recognition than they’re getting. Their menu ranges from tapas and charcuterie to paella and meaty mains.

They’ve curated a special delivery and takeaway menu just for you during this period. Feast on their Costillas de Cordero (S$34) or their Paella Negra (S$26). They also offer a wide range of wines and beers to go with their Spanish delights that are going at 20% off.

To order, you can WhatsApp them at +65 8168 4009. They’re also offering free islandwide delivery for orders S$60 and above!

699 East Coast Rd
Singapore 459061
Tel: +65 8308 4296
Daily: 12pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Kembangan

NIPONG NAEPONG

Nipong Naepong is ready to stuff you silly with their modern takes on jjampong and fusion pizza. Their menu sees a harmonious blend of Korean and Italian flavours, featuring dishes with the likes of creamy jjampong and kimchi risotto.

Their signature jjampong is a type of Korean spicy noodle soup loaded with seafood and vegetables. Takeaway some of their chewy noodles to accompany you on your Running Man marathon for the ultimate Friday night activity.

Place your order via their online form at bit.ly/2UNalgN. Your order should hit a minimum of S$20 to be eligible for delivery, which will cost S$5.

They’re offering free delivery for orders of S$40 and up, and an additional 10% off your bill for orders above S$50! WhatsApp +65 8786 8988 for enquiries.

They are also available on GrabFood, Foodpanda and Deliveroo.

313 Orchard Road, #B3-03, 313@Somerset
Singapore 238895
Tel +65 6509 8364
Sun – Thurs: 11am – 9.30pm
Fri – Sat: 11am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

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OLA COCINA DEL MAR

Did someone say “paella”? Oh, yes. Ola Cocina Del Mar, a modern Spanish resto has released a new takeaway menu!

Dig into delectable Spanish classics such as Gazpacho (S$8) and Chorizo Omelette (S$13) or Italian favourites including Braised Beef Panini Sandwich (S$19.50) and Crispy Calamari & Fish (S$24).

Call or WhatsApp them at +65 9138 3045 to place your order!

12 Marina Boulevard, Marina Bay Financial Centre, Tower 3, #01-05/06
Singapore 018982
Tel: +65 6604 7050
Daily: 11am – 9pm
Nearest Station: Downtown

Photo Credit: Fresh Fruits Lab Group

PLATFORM 1094

Whether you’re a wizard or a muggle, Platform 1094 is ready to satisfy your appetite with their Stay-Home Bento. These customisable bentos start from S$8.90, allowing you to choose a base, protein and side. Some of the dishes up for grabs include Butter Rice, Grilled Cajun Chicken Thigh and Grilled Vegetables.

As if that wasn’t inviting enough, they’re lavishing us with 20% off all takeaway orders from their menu and a waive of service charge! Their menu has a wide variety of decadent brunches, hearty mains and desserts.

Plus, enjoy free delivery for orders S$20 and above (fee of S$2 for orders below S$20), if your location is within a 15-minutes walk from them. WhatsApp them at +65 8834 8553 to order.

1094 Serangoon Road
Singapore 328192
Tel: +65 6204 6003
Tues to Sun: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Boon Keng

PUTIEN

Get your fix of homely Heng Hwa cuisine from the popular Putien, which is now offering exciting takeaway specials. They have slashed the prices of signature dishes, such as Fujian Lor Mee and Fried Heng Hwa Bee Hoon, on their takeaway menu.

Other delectable side dishes include the Sweet & Sour Pork With Lychees and the well-loved Stir-fried Yam.

Place your order via their online platform at: https://inline.app/order/putien?language=zh-tw. They are also delivering islandwide for a limited period of time via GrabFood!

127 Kitchener Road
Singapore 208514
Tel: +65 6295 6358
Daily: 11.30am – 8.30pm
Nearest Station: Farrer Park

Photo Credit: www.facebook.com/saltedandhung/

SALTED AND HUNG

Nose-to-tail dining has never looked sexier than at Salted and Hung. This Australian restaurant prides itself on its philosophy of minimal waste, which sees dishes such as deep-fried tripe and duck heart & pastrami butter.

Lucky us, we can now saddle on a taste of their culinary affair to bring back with us. Their takeaway/delivery menu ranges from a-la-carte dishes to exhilarating dinner menus. The Dinner For 2 combo (S$165) includes charcuterie, spanner crab salad, smoked whole chicken and more.

Place your order via their online platform at: www.saltedandhung.com.sg/delivery! A minimum order of S$50 is required for delivery, with a delivery fee of S$8. Enjoy free delivery for orders S$200 and above!

12 Purvis St
Singapore 188591
Tel: +65 6358 3130
Tues to Fri: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 5pm – 10.30pm
Sat to Sun: 11.30am – 4pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Esplanade

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SORA BORU

Muslim-friendly Japanese cuisine isn’t the easiest to find in Singapore. But thankfully, Sora Boru exists. This Halal-certified restaurant in 313@Somerset serves up casual yet thoughtful Japanese eats, from customisable chirashi bowls to rich Japanese curries.

With their takeaway options, you’ll be on your way to having a Japanese feast right at home. Place your order via their online form: bit.ly/2RlFhbE. Your order should hit a minimum of S$20 to be eligible for delivery, which will cost S$5.

They’re offering free delivery for orders of S$40 and up, and an additional 10% off your bill for orders that hit S$30 and above! WhatsApp +65 9275 3121 for enquiries.

They are also available on Foodpanda and Deliveroo.

Sora Boru
313 Orchard Rd, 313@Somerset, #B3-19/20
Singapore 238895
Sun – Thurs: 11am – 9.30pm
Fri – Sat: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

Photo Credit: www.facebook.com/regentsingapore/

SUMMER PALACE

Fall into the embrace of sumptuous Cantonese cuisine at Summer Palace, one of The Regent Singapore’s prized trophy. If you’re looking to treat yourself to some luxurious Chinese fare, this vintage restaurant is well-equipped.

Savour traditional classics from their takeaway menu, from regal Suckling Pig to Deep-fried Lobster. Get in your daily greens, as well, with their Wok-fried Cauliflower, Zucchini, Water Chestnuts & Baby Corn.

Place your order and submit the payment online here. There is no minimum order for takeaways and customers will be eligible for 15 minutes of free parking at Regent Singapore’s main entrance. The collection point is located within the hotel lobby.

They also do free islandwide delivery for orders above S$100 and are giving 50% off the delivery fee for orders above S$50. A minimum delivery order of S$30 is required.

1 Cuscaden Rd, Regent Singapore, Level 3
Singapore 249715
Tel: +65 6725 3288
Daily: 12pm – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

THE MARMALADE PANTRY

The Marmalade Pantry is really out to indulge us. Armed with dishes such as Spicy Sriracha Chicken Burger and Truffled Field Mushroom Risotto, their menu is an absolute daydream.

They’re offering an exclusive 15% off all mains, desserts and drinks when you order from them online at: order.themarmaladepantry.com.sg/en_SG/.

Simply contact the outlet five minutes before you arrive and the service staff will meet you at the drop-off point of either the Downtown or Novena outlet.

Also, you can enjoy free delivery with a minimum spend of S$80 when you pay by Mastercard. Remember to use the promo code ‘MCFREE’ upon checkout. Promotion is valid till 30 June 2020.

2 Orchard Turn, ION Orchard, #04-11A
Singapore 238801
Tel: +65 6734 2700
Daily: 11am – 9pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

THE NAKED FINN

With a strong emphasis on pristine ingredients and fresh seafood, The Naked Finn is bound to take your breath away. During this difficult period, they have a curated a new special takeout menu that features a mix of its popular dishes, as well as new creations.

Tuck into their Dungeness Crab Chawanmushi (S$9) infused with crab stock, or their Secreto Iberico Pork (S$28) served with dried sole fish for a decadent dinner.

Call them up at +65 6694 0807 or +65 8828 1478 to place your order. Simply pick up your order right outside the restaurant when it’s done!

39 Malan Rd, Gillman Barracks
Singapore 109442
Tel: +65 6694 0807
Daily: 11am – 8pm
Nearest Station: Labrador Park

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THE NOMADS

This restaurant has made quite a name for itself, being the country’s first establishment to showcase central Asian cuisine. Their menu sees a reimagined gastronomic reflection of the Silk Road, with bewildering dishes such as Lamb Samso Cones and Beef Tongue.

While the circuit breaker has led them to temporarily cease operations, they are still offering a mouthwatering line-up of takeaway sets. Think Wagyu Cheeks Plov (S$32), served with spiced basmati rice and pickled heirloom carrots.

Call or WhatsApp them at +65 6977 7057 to place your order. There is no minimum order for takeaways. Pick-ups are done at The Salted Plum in Suntec City.

Also, they offer free islandwide delivery for orders S$100 & above. Otherwise, a S$10 delivery fee will apply.

3 Temasek Boulevard, Suntec City, 122A (West Wing)
Singapore 03898370
Tel: +65 6977 7057
Daily: 11am – 8.30pm
Nearest Station: Esplanade

THE SALTED PLUM

Go full-on Taiwanese with The Salted Plum, our beloved Taiwanese-style restaurant that has been killing it at the zi char game since 2018.

Get your fix of their iconic braised Lu Rou or Fried Chicken in the form of filling bento sets! Each set is accompanied by an appetiser and soup. Top it all off with a drink, either Salted Plum or Honey Lime Juice, for just S$1.80.

You can ring them up or WhatsApp them at +65 6721 9398 to place your takeaway order! There is no minimum order for takeaways.

For deliveries, there is a minimum order S$30, with a flat delivery fee of S$10. Orders above S$60 can enjoy free delivery! You are encouraged to place your order at least two hours before your desired meal time.

They are also available on Foodpanda and Deliveroo.

3 Temasek Boulevard, Suntec City, 122A (West Wing)
Singapore 03898370
Tel: +65 6977 7057
Daily: 11am – 8.30pm
Nearest Station: Esplanade

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TIFFIN ROOM

Expect more than just takeaway naans and kebabs from Tiffin Room. This dignified North Indian restaurant in Raffles Hotel has conjured up an enthralling takeaway menu, in line with Raffles Hotel’s latest Grab & Go promotion.

Brimming with North Indian delights, the menu’s offerings include a plethora of appetisers and mains that cater to vegetarians as well. Murgh Tandoori (S$35) and Zarda Subz Biryani (S$18) are just a scratch on the surface of the list.

Place your order here at least 45 minutes prior to your desired collection time. From now till 30 April 2020, enjoy S$10 off your bill with a minimum spend of S$40! Pick-ups will be done at Raffles Boutique, located on 1 Seah Street; entry via Seah Street entrance.

1 Beach Rd, Raffles Hotel
Singapore 189673
Tel: +65 6412 1816
Daily: 12pm – 1.45pm, 6.30pm – 9pm
Nearest Station: Esplanade

VIOLET OON

With multiple outlets across the island, Violet Oon is an elegant Peranakan restaurant serving up exemplary Asian and Nonya cuisine. Their new takeaway menu presents all-time favourites such as Kuay Pie Tee (S$17) and Beef Rendang (S$25), along with intricate desserts.

They’ve also just launched their popular VO’s Shepherd’s Pie trays in two new sizes (S$62/family, S$58/small), and with the option of being already baked or pre-baked.

Takeaways are only done at their Bukit Timah outlet from 12pm to 9pm. Call them at +65 9710 2934 to place your order at least 45 minutes before pick-up time.

They also do free delivery for orders S$100 and up! Otherwise, a delivery charge of S$15 will apply. Orders have to be placed at least 2 hours before the delivery time. Email them at: eat@violetoon.com or call/WhatsApp +65 9834 9935 (from 10am) to place your delivery order.

881 Bukit Timah Rd
Singapore 279893
Tel: +65 9834 9935
Daily: 12pm – 9pm
Nearest Station: Sixth Avenue

WATERFALL RISTORANTE ITALIANO

Have a bountiful Italian spread at home with the help of the respectable Waterfall Ristorante Italiano. This elegant Italian establishment in Shangri-La Hotel has laid out a modest range of its superb dishes for takeaway.

Linguine Scoglio (S$37), a South Italian seafood pasta heaped with prawns, mussels and clams, await. Or get a pizza to share with the fam, with choices such as Pizza Magherita (S$28) or Pizza Prosciutto (S$35).

To place your order, you can reach them at +65 6213 4398 or email them at: dining.sls@shangri-la.com. Alternatively, you can order via their online platform here.

22 Orange Grove Rd, Shangri-La Hotel, Level One, Garden Wing
Singapore 258350
Tel: +65 6213 4398
Daily: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

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WHITE ROSE CAFE

Nothing like a comforting pot of steaming fish head curry to get the family together for a cosy dinner. White Rose Cafe at York Hotel is out to pamper us with their Fish Head Curry Family Set (S$50), that comes with homely side dishes.

Rest assured that you’ll be getting your fix of silver fish omelette and chap chye in this set that feeds up to 4 pax. A plethora of add-on specials (S$12) is available as well, starring crowd favourites such as Beef Rendang and Black Ink Sotong.

Call +65 6737 0511 or email whiterosecafe@yorkhotel.com.sg to order. This menu is exclusively for takeaway and payment will be made upon collection.

21 Mount Elizabeth, York Hotel
Singapore 228516
Tel: +65 6737 0511
Daily: 12pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

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YÌ BY JEREME LEUNG

Bring home the Raffles dining experience in the form of sophisticated Chinese fare by yì By Jereme Leung. As part of Raffles Hotel’s new Grab & Go promotion, this Chinese fine dining restaurant has come up with a stunning takeaway menu featuring fabulous regional Chinese favourites.

Anticipate an assembly of tantalising appetisers, roasted meats and dim sum, amongst others, in their smashing new menu.

Place your order here at least 45 minutes prior to your desired collection time. From now till 30 April 2020, enjoy S$10 off your bill with a minimum spend of S$40! Pick-ups will be done at Raffles Boutique, located on 1 Seah Street; Entry via Seah Street entrance.

1 Seah Street, Raffles Boutique
Singapore 188719
Tel: +65 6337 1886
Daily: 12pm – 2pm, 6.30pm – 8.30pm
Nearest Station: Esplanade

Photo Credit: Vianney Massot

VIANNEY MASSOT

Contemporary French fine-dining, 1-Michelin-starred restaurant Vianney Massot is offering takeaway services for the first time with their specially-curated L’Agneau de lait takeaway set.

The luxurious set includes pan-seared, slow-roasted legs of milk-fed lambs from Pyrenees, cooked to juicy perfection. The lamb legs are paired with al dente and fragrant pilaf rice; and a basket of mini croissants and baguettes. This set can fill up 4-5 people and is sold at S$200++. To complete the meal, it is recommended to order an additional tarte aux fraises and a bottle of red wine.

To place an order, please contact the restaurant at +65 6909 6360 or email reservations@vianneymassot.com one day in advance. A delivery fee applies.

Vianney Massot Restaurant
39 Hongkong St
Singapore 059678
Tel: +65 6909 6360
Mon – Sat: 12pm – 4pm, 6.30pm – 11.30pm
Closed on Sundays
Nearest station: Clarke Quay

Encompassing 4 historical buildings and 2 new tower blocks within its premises, the stunning South Beach Singapore is a breathtaking architecture that is set to impress. However, most people are unaware that within the buildings is South Beach Avenue, a massive area that includes 16 dining and lifestyle concepts.

South Beach Avenue is easily accessible as it sits right on top of Esplanade MRT, right in Central Singapore. A multitude of trendy bars, photogenic cafes and gorgeous restaurants awaits to be discovered and there are endless reasons why South Beach Avenue deserves a visit.

With South Beach Avenue, your search for a weekend hideout with great ambience, food and drinks can finally come to an end. Be it a weekend with the family, a romantic partner or friends, trust us when we say that South Beach Avenue is definitely the hottest dining destination right now.

Here are 12 Restaurants at South Beach Avenue you wish you knew earlier.

ALCHEMIST BEER LAB

Alchemist Beer Lab is an elegant bar that caught our attention because of their massive range of craft beer and fruit-infused beer that are made in-house. Think crazy concoctions such as the Obama (S$12/Happy Hour, S$15/regular)—stout infused with toasted marshmallows, vanilla pods and mint leaves.

Of all the fantastic and innovative Premium Infusion Taps, our favourites were the Passionista (Tap 10) and the 50 Shades of Pink (Tap 14). Both infusions were fruity and refreshing and would be a great fit for those who prefer light drinks.

Dig into bar bites after sampling the unique beers. The chef highly recommends the Ale Battered Sea Bass (S$15.90/set lunch) that features soft and flaky sea bass.

26 Beach Road, #B1-16 South Beach Avenue,
Singapore 189768
Tel: +65 6386 4365
Sun to Thu: 4pm – 1am
Fri & Sat: 4pm – 2am
Nearest Station: Esplanade

ATMASTEL

Led by Andrea Tarini, an Italian chef with a 3-Michelin-star background, Atmastel is a modern Italian casual restaurant with a purist vision of Italian food in Singapore. Walk into Atmastel and be greeted by a swanky open-concept kitchen, a pizza bakery, Crudo, drinks bar and a well-stocked retail section with more than 70 varieties of artisanal cold cuts, cheeses, wines and condiments.

Chef Tarini and his team have exquisitely crafted a menu that features only the very best of artisanal ingredients. Fresh San Marzano tomatoes, San Daniele ham and mozzarella are just some of the ingredients that are air-flown weekly from Italy.

Start off your meal with the Cold Cut Platter (S$45) which is recommended for sharing. Comprising of assorted artisanal cheese, manually sliced artisanal cured meats such as San Daniele DOP Proscuitto and the Shoulder Iberico ham, candied fruit, olives, pickles and toasted homemade bread, this spread was beyond impressive.

The Zuppa di Pesce (S$68), market-fresh fish and seafood stewed in a Mediterranean sauce with toasted garlic bread, will make for a hearty main. Finish off your splendid meal with a deconstructed Tiramisu (S$14.90) or the Portuguese Egg Tart (S$4.20) topped off with cinnamon powder. One tip is to order in advance for the Portuguese Egg tart as they are a hot favourite and are usually sold out very quickly!

26 Beach Road, #B1-22 South Beach Avenue,
Singapore 189768
Tel: +65 6581 0085
Mon to Thu: 11.30am – 10pm
Fri & Sat: 11.30am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Esplanade

BLACK COW

A contemporary Japanese restaurant, Black Cow has made a name for its Japanese Wagyu beef—Matsusaka & Kagoshima.

If you are looking for a reputable Japanese restaurant to dine at when in South Beach Avenue, Black Cow has a menu of Shabu Shabu & Sukiyaki.

26 Beach Road, #B1-20 South Beach Avenue,
Singapore 189768
Tel: +65 6386 6720
Mon to Thu: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Esplanade

CAFFÈ VERGNANO 1882

Experience true Italian espresso at Caffè Vergnano 1882, Italy’s oldest family-owned coffee roaster dedicated to serving a good cup of coffee and hot chocolate. Coffee is brewed using Arabica beans sourced from Central America, which will give subtle hints of citrus fruit and floral notes in your brew.

This cafe bar also boasts a beautiful interior, made perfect by the rays of sunlight streaming in seamlessly through its bay windows. If you are a coffee and chocolate enthusiast, a weekend spent at the gorgeous Caffè Vergnano 1882 will be like a vacation in a chocolate and coffee wonderland.

Besides that, you must try one of Caffè Vergnano 1882′s signature drinks. The Bicerin (S$6) is a crowd favourite as it consists of 75% rich chocolate with a shot of espresso. If you prefer something cold, the 1882 Affogato is a sweeter alternative, consisting of vanilla ice cream topped with espresso for that caffeine kick.

26 Beach Road, #B1-17 South Beach Avenue,
Singapore 189768
Tel: +65 6385 5579
Mon to Fri: 7am – 8pm
Sat & Sun: 10am – 8pm
Nearest Station: Esplanade

FASTA

Fasta takes pride in serving up delicious pasta quickly, hence the punny name ‘Fasta’. They have a decent range of pasta choices on the menu at inexpensive prices. We like that you can even pick your choice of pasta or grains and some add-ons for a little something extra.

We dug into the Scallop Wallop (S$16), a linguine pasta with pan-seared scallops, crab meat, diced tomato and bacon bits with a rich yuzu-infused broth.  The overall flavour was delicious and the pasta was pleasantly al dente. The Siow Ba Mee (S$13) is also one of their bestselling pasta, topped with the local-favourite pork belly.

One of the highlights of Fasta is customising your own pasta, so be sure to check that out too.

26 Beach Road, #B1-23 South Beach Avenue,
Singapore 189768
Tel: +65 9111 1245
Mon to Sat: 11am – 9pm
Nearest Station: Esplanade

FYNN’S

Fynn’s is the talk of the town now and is a popular and charming brunch spot with a botanical inspired interior that is so highly-Instagrammable. This modern Australian restaurant believes in serving up dishes with simplicity so as to draw out the true essence and flavour of the ingredients.

We went with our gut and got the Corn Fritters (S$22) with poached eggs, bacon, sautéed spinach, grilled tomato and jalepeño jama and we never looked back. The corn fritters paired with the other components is a match made in heaven.

For a lighter meal, opt for the Chia Seed Pudding, Pineapple, Granola, Gula Melaka (S$14). Be sure to pair your food with a Common Man Roasters Iced Latte (S$5.50) too.

26 Beach Road, #B1-21 South Beach Avenue,
Singapore 189768
Tel: +65 6384 1878
Tue to Fri: 9am – 10pm
Sat: 11am – 10pm
Sun: 11am – 5pm
Nearest Station: Esplanade

HARRY’S

Harry’s is a familiar face in Singapore’s drinking scene and many love the popular Harry’s Premium Lager, their very own brew. Though its South Beach Avenue outlet oozes elegance and style, it also has a laid-back vibe and there could be no better place to kick back and relax during the weekend.

Try the popular cocktail Harry’s 1992 (S$16), a bright vodka-based concoction.

Bar bites to try include the Soy-Glazed Beef Cubes (S$18.90)  and the Chicken Masala (S$23). Something to share is The Harry’s Seven (S$36.90).

26 Beach Road, #01-18 South Beach Avenue,
Singapore 189768
Tel: +65 6386 6306
Daily: 11am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Esplanade

LADY M® CONFECTIONS

We have yet to find someone who has not heard of Lady M® Confections since the brand opened its first outlet in Singapore a few years back. Their Mille Crêpe cakes are a favourite among Singaporeans.

Adding to their collection of cake boutiques in Singapore is the new Lady M® Confections outlet at South Beach Avenue, which will be opening very soon! Look forward to the Lady M® Earl Grey Mille Crêpes (S$9.50++/slice), a South Beach exclusive seasonal flavour which will be in stores for a limited period only.

The handmade crepe cake is layered with pastry cream that is infused with earl grey tea and garnished with earl grey tea leaves and blue corn leaves.

Of course, you can also expect to see other popular flavours on the menu such as their signature Lady M® Mille Crêpes (S$9.50++/slice), Red Velvet (S$9.50++/slice) and White Chocolate Mini Choux (S$2.50++/piece).

Lady M® Confections
26 Beach Road, #01-17 South Beach Avenue,
Singapore 189768
Nearest Station: Esplanade

QUAICH BAR

Established in 2006, Quaich Bar is the first whisky bar in Singapore which houses more than 500 whiskies, of which 95% are sourced from boutique distilleries in Scotland. It is quintessentially a heaven on earth for all whisky lovers. Many of the whiskys are also exclusive to them only and cannot be found anywhere else in the world.

Instead of lazing the weekend away, you should gather your fellow whisky enthusiasts to further hone your appreciation and understanding of whisky at the Quaich Bar. Tutored tastings are available for a group of between 4 to 6 pax for the Flavours of Singapore Malt tasting set. Prices range from S$45 for 4 tasting portions.

We had a taste of a few exquisite single malts such as the Hazelburn Aged 12 Years, Bunnahabhain Aged 12 Years, Deanston Virgin Oak and Ledaig Aged 10 Years, each with its own unique flavour. There is also a cosy private room at Quaich Bar where you can book in advance.

Prices for whisky by the glass range from S$17 to S$416 and S$200 to S$32,000 for a bottle.

30 Beach Road, #01-16 South Beach Avenue,
Singapore 189763
Tel: +65 6386 5366
Mon to Thu: 5pm – 1am
Fri & Sat: 5pm – 2am
Nearest Station: Esplanade

REAL FOOD

Real Food specialises in meatless food that is good for your body. All dishes served at Real Food are free from processed ingredients, artificial preservatives and trans-fat. Nonetheless, they are still just as delicious.

We tried the Soy Curry Soup Noodles (S$12.80) and it reminded us of home. Comforting, warm and extremely tasty, despite being made with oat milk and extra virgin organic coconut oil.

An interesting concoction is the Baked Stuffed Portobello Mushroom with Soy Cheese (S$11.80). The mushroom is stuffed with minced vegetables, covered with cheddar cheese. It is almost like a recreation of a vegetable dumpling with a juicy mushroom encasing it.

26 Beach Road, #B1-19 South Beach Avenue,
Singapore 189768
Tel: +65 6384 2206
Mon to Sat: 10am – 9pm
Sun: 9.30am – 8pm
Nearest Station: Esplanade

THE ARMOURY CRAFT BEER BAR

Situated in a rustic colonial building in the South Beach Quarter, The Armoury Craft Beer Bar is a contemporary gastro-bar and cafe by day and Craft beer and Wine bar by night. Experience traditional and sophisticated European and Asian flavours in this comfortable and cosy dining establishment, which is an ideal weekend getaway for groups and families.

The Curry Chicken Prata Taco and Pork Belly Bao (S$6 each) are great munchies to start your meal off with. And we thoroughly enjoyed the Salted Egg Chicken Burger (S$19) because of the rich and creamy sauce.

From 7pm on weekends, dig into the all-you-can-eat steak buffet for just S$29.90. It is a huge steal considering that you can pick from 4 different cuts: Ribeye, Hangar Steak, Striploin and Wagyu Patty. Choose your desired sauce and sides, and eat to your heart’s content!

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36 Beach Road, #01-01 South Beach Quarter,
Singapore 189766
Tel: +65 6385 3173
Mon to Thu: 11.30am – 11pm
Fri: 11.30am – 1am

Sat: 11.30am – 12am
Sun: 11am – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Esplanade

VATOS URBAN TACOS

When you think of good tacos in Singapore, Vatos Urban Tacos will come to mind. For a weekend with the lads, Vatos Urban Tacos, which originates from Seoul, is a must-visit if you fancy some Korean-Mexican fusion bar grub to go along with your drinks.

The signature “URBAN” tacos served on homemade tortillas is a must-try. The Galbi Short Rib Tacos (S$13 for 2, S$18for 3) and Baja Fish (S$12 for 2, S$17 for 3) were executed flawlessly with a touch of cilantro which highlighted the freshness of the ingredients. Otherwise, the Mango Prawn Quesadilla (S$22), Kimchi Carnitas Fries (S$18) and Honey Tequila Chicken Wings (S$18) are other interesting delights worth every calorie.

36 Beach Road, #01-03 South Beach Quarter,
Singapore 189766
Tel: +65 6385 6010
Mon to Thu, Sun: 12am – 11am
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 12am
Nearest Station: Esplanade

S$5 PARKING REBATE AT SOUTH BEACH AVENUE

When you spend a minimum of S$50 nett at participating restaurants and services at South Beach Avenue, you can receive a S$5 parking rebate (valid all-day, including weekends and Public Holidays). For more information on the restaurants and parking rebate promotion at South Beach Avenue, please go to SouthBeachAvenue.com.

This post is brought to you by South Beach Consortium Singapore.

It seems like a new brunch spot opens every other week, so it is surprising to see Symmetry doing a roaring business for weekend brunch despite its out-of-the-way location at 9 Jalan Kubor.

Symmetry is beautiful in a rustic sort of way. The brick walls and dim lights lend a cosy feel to it, making it perfect for a lazy weekend brunch.

It seems as if eggs are given a whole new status on brunch menus; Singaporeans have no qualms forking out $20 for a pair of eggs. The Eggs Benedict ($20) from Symmetry were well worth the price tag, for they were one of the best we have tried in a long while. These little babies were poached beyond perfection, with wobbly whites and golden viscous yolks. We liked how the hollandaise, itself already a perfect balance of flavours, was torched to a crisp.

We also loved the lightly scrambled eggs and the huge cheesy sausage from the Big Breakfast ($24), though the limp bacon and plain toast were distractions to this otherwise fantastic dish.

We would advise against having desserts here though; the Pain Perdue ($15) recommended by our server was nothing more than French toast with vanilla ice cream. We were struggling to finish this dish, which one-dimensional and boring to eat.

On weekdays, Symmetry does decent pastas for lunch; our favourite being the Penne ($22) which comes with a delicious truffle-tinged cream sauce and a heaping amount of mushrooms and rocket leaves. Dinner is a more sophisticated affair, with mains such as Beef Short Ribs and a whole Baby Barramundi. As for the brunch menu, we recommend sticking to the eggs, Afterall, that is what brunch is all about!

Symmetry
9 Jalan Kubor #01-01
Tel: +65 62919 901
Tue to Thu: 11am – 11pm
Fri & Sat: 11am – 12 midnight
Sun: 11am – 7pm

Words and photographs by Sarah Lim

Spanish food has been making big waves on the food radar, with new tapas bars popping up every month. If you are a fan of tapas, Salt Tapas & Bar at Raffles City by celebrity chef Luke Mangan is one place that you should check out. It serves Aussie-style tapas with the freshest ingredients.

Many people have the perception that Salt Tapas & Bar is very expensive. This is true. Most of the tapas are in the $20 to $30 range, and you can easily spend at least $100 for a meal here. But what you might not know that it has a fantastic lunch set for just $33.50++/pax. It includes a flat bread to share, and 3 tapas per person. When you consider the fact that most of the dishes on the set lunch menu are from the ala carte menu, you will agree that it is a very good deal.

The set lunch menu is essentially a scaled down version of the main menu. Both are divided into different categories: ‘Nibbles’, ‘Butcher’, ‘Garden’, ‘Sea’, ‘Paddock’ and ‘Sweets’, Below are some of the dishes that we ordered from the set lunch menu. I have also included the ala carte portion prices.

Salt Tapas & Bar has several options under their ‘Garden’ menu which include Heirloom Tomato Salad ($11), Beetroot & Red Capscium ($12) and a Rocket & Pear Salad ($9).

We started off with a superb Tuna Tartare ($19 for small, $27 for large) with wasabi mayo and ruby grapefruit from the ‘Sea’ menu.

We also had the Crispy Soft Shell Prawns ($15) with chilli and garlic aioli, and while it was not a scene stealer, it did not disappoint with its crisp and crunchy texture.

Another dish that was even more addictive than the Soft Shell Prawns is the Salt & Pepper Squid ($20) with lime mayo. The crunch squid was well-seasoned with salt and pepper, and it was perfect with lime mayo. Simply put, I’d not leave Salt Tapas & Bar without trying this.

From the ‘Paddock’ menu, we had the Wagyu Sausage, Sumac Spiced Veal and Confit Pork Belly. The Confit Pork Belly ($27) with lentils and chorizo was a let-down. It was a tad too tough and not as tender as I’d hope it would be.

The Wagyu Sausage ($14 for small, $25 for large) with polenta, capers and tomato was good, but what stood out was the accompanying polenta. We suspect they added in a lot of cream and butter to give the polenta a creamy and smooth and velvety texture. Also good was the Sumac Spiced Veal & Meatballs ($14 for small, $22 for large) which came with a very yummy fontina mash.

Desserts are also worth a mention. Not many places serve good churros in Singapore, and if you have been looking for it, you must try Salt Tapas & Bar’s Churros & Chocolate ($11). It is one of the few that has managed to impress me so far.

You also cannot go wrong with the Gooey Hot Chocolate Tart with caramelised banana and white chocolate ice cream ($14).

Salt Tapas & Bar
252 North Bridge Road
#01-22A Raffles City Shopping Centre
Tel: +65 6837 0995
Daily: 11.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: City Hall

The dining landscape in Singapore has changed remarkably in the last few years and it is exciting to be here at this time.

On the contrary, despite what some people might think, the arrival of big-name-chefs have benefited the food & beverage industry as they provide invaluable experience, and at the same time, they create healthy competition that “forces” other restaurants to up their game.

Over at Osia Restaurant in Resorts World Sentosa, we have Chef Scott Webster from Australia who is a consultant to the restaurant. He plays a big role in influencing the menu along with Chef de Cuisine Douglas Tay.

The restaurant has recently started a ‘Cooking with Friends’ series, where Chef Scott Webster would invite his chef friends to cook in Singapore. For the first instalment back in July, Chef Chris Taylor from Perth created a delectable menu with inspirations from Western Australia, including yellow tail kingfish, sea urchin roe, and truffle.

The theme of our meal: fresh Western Australia flavour.

We started with a ceviche of yellow tail kingfish with a lemon olive dressing.

Next up was the Manjimup winter truffle and porcini mushroom soup with truffle cream. It was a soul warming dish. I wish they would put this on the ala carte menu.

For main course, we had a golden spiced fillet of red sea bream on black dahl, pan fried gnnochi with goat cheese, and lamb shoulder slow cooked with walnut and chick peas. Then we ended the meal with a lovely Valrhona chocolate tart, served with espresso ice cream.

These dishes were prepared specifically for the week while chef was in town, so you won’t find them on the regular menu. But with Chef de Cuisine Douglas Tay at the helm, the food is always good at Osia (especially the flat bread, duo of Tasmanian lamb, and Valrhona hot chocolate soup).

If you are looking for a romantic restaurant to celebrate a special occasion, Osia Restaurant at Resorts World Sentosa should be at the top of your list.

Osia Restaurant
8 Sentosa Gateway
Level 2 Crockfords Tower
Resorts World Sentosa
Tel: +65 6577 6560
Sun to Wed: 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 10pm
Thu to Sat: 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 10.30pm

Note: This was an invited media tasting.

My adventure in Australia is drawing to a close, but I will like to share one final post with you: Adriano Zumbo. This is the patisserie that has caught Sydney by storm, this is the bakery that has created many lovely creations each season – this is the place in Sydney that I wanted to go the most.

Cakes arrived at our small round table, plated nicely. I’ve no idea exactly how the name Google it, Real life ($7.9) came about. But I do know for a fact that it is banana passion-fruit creme tart, and it is not just a pretty face. The diguise of almond croquante within the midst of the creme was clever; it added a crunchy dimension and provided a slightly salty aftertaste to the tart.

First and foremost: banana passion-fruit creme, a pretty orange-yellow layer on top of the crispy tart, beautifully dressed by the presence of the fresh berries. Banana and passion-fruit provided a good balance with each other, on it’s own, passion-fruit taste slightly sourish, but the banana is like the key to the lock, just like how chocolate always works with hazelnut.

The fine balance meant that neither fruits were overbearing, and in this case, it was rather surprising that both the banana and passion-fruit maintained a subtle, yet distinct flavor.

Your frund in the frudge.. toasted ($7.90), turns out to be a quirky interpretation of sandwich with tomato and cheese, in the body of a cake. I’ve ordered it solely based on the crispy puff pastry; the toast mousse had one of the weirdest taste I ever came across, flanked with the addition of the tomato jelly and the melted cheese creameaux, with hints of black pepper; I’d give it full marks for the creative idea, but it was too much for me.

Most of the creations have cheeky and whimsical names, and the 5, 6, 7, 8 ($8) is no exception. The flavors practically exploded on my tongue, each portion was trying to out-do the other; the lemongrass pandan & vanilla creame legere was by far my favourite among the three components of the cake.

You can discover the robust lemongrass taste among the smoothing and fragrance pandan; to the right of it there’s a case of identity crisis with the pineapple palm sugar sous vide – Adriano did something to it, but I’ve totally no idea whatever that is.

Coriander creamaux completes the trio with a peanut stable base the the bottom. 5, 6, 7, 8 is a highly complex creation, it looks good with the three complimenting colors, and there’s an intense mixture of different taste and texture involve – you’d either love it, or get lost trying to follow each and every unique flavor.

I’m glad we left the Not too S-h-a-b-b-y ($7.9) for the last, it was again, a combination of many different individual flavor, blend in to make one wholesome cake. There was flourless biscuit, muscavado creme brulee plantation chocolate mousse, and chocolate malt creme legere; all of which did not make sense to me. Tasting the stuff, one struggles for words, memories came flashing back and I felt like a kid again; I remember the first time I tried nutella, the first time I put foie gras into my mouth – I know my life will never be the same again.

It took every bit of discipline I had not to moan and giggle and rave after my first bite. I’m in love with this cake, so in love, she’s the reason for my very existence.

I’m really happy that I went to Adriano Zumbo patisserie before I left, his bold yet unique creations are indeed worth the effort to travel all the way there, I think Adriano Zumbo really deserves the accolade he has earned so far.

The fact that the patisserie is out of town in Balmain, yet managed to garner so much support, tells you everything about the desserts. Adriano Zumbo – he’s a genius! Thank you Richard & Simon for bringing me here!

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This is the last post of my Twelve days in Sydney. It is not exaggerating to say that I planned the itinerary based on food, and all these will not be possible without the awesome food blogs in Sydney. I had the pleasure of meeting 50 Sydney food bloggers at a Christmas party while I was there; Helen & Lorraine are practically food bibles of Sydney, and I thoroughly enjoyed reading Billy’s, Howard & crew and many other great food blogs that is impossible for me to list all of them here.

I’m not sure when I will be back again, but there’s something I’m certain of: Sydney is a great city, with real friendly folks, and good food. See you there!

Adriano Zumbo Patisserie
296 Darling St
Balmain, Sydney

I’ve a pleasant surprise when Billy asked me after our pigged-out, if I’m interested to visit him in Central coast, and when he mentioned sun, beach, and food – yes of course, I’ll love to!

It took me one and a half hours train ride from Central station to get to Terrigal; a major coastal suburb of Central coast, which is located north of Sydney. Upon arriving there, we went to a cafe patisserie, the fat goose for brunch.

We had no idea that the Grilled lamb fry ($21.50) was actually fried lamb’s liver, until the waitress clarified with us. It was served on creamy mashed potatoes with caramelized onions, and crispy bacon. Having tried pig liver, foie gras (goose liver), and duck pate (liver), I must say the lamb fry has an even gamier taste.

The wharfie ($16.50) had Toulouse sausages served on a seed mustard hush, topped with a gorgeous poached egg and covered with wild rockets. Pity there’s no hollandaise sauce though.

I’m sure, you have a different stomach for desserts, and I hope you will be salivating over the picture of the chocolate tart.

In the heart of Terrigal, there’s a rocky cliff called ‘the Skillion’ which provided an magnificent view of the long stretch of beaches. My dear, this is the place for our retirement in the future.

Sitting by the beach and watch the sun sets by the beautiful ocean, I knew this was going to be one of my best meals in Sydney. And it was. Like what Billy had told me, I’d go as far as saying this is one of the best fish & chips in Central coast!

I was very fortunate to be able to witness the cooking skill of Billy first-hand, he was preparing the Bo Ssam, a Korean cuisine where steamed pork is wrapped in lettuce leaf then accompanied by lots of condiments including kimchi, ssam sauce, for the Sydney Food Blogger picnic. And you wouldn’t know the dedication and effort put into making the dish unless you were there; he’d drizzled the sauce (oil released from the pork) over the meat on the hourly mark, the process repeats for six times , yes, it took six hours of roasting.

Searing hot sauteed mushrooms, crispy bacon, sunny side-up & golden brown toast for breakfast. This was in every way, the perfect breakfast anyone could ask for.

I had a great time in Terrigal, thank you Billy for inviting me to your house!

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The Fat Goose
Shop 3, Killcare Road
Hardys Bay NSW 2257
Tel: 02 4360 1888

Haven Beach Cafe
The Haven
Terrigal NSW 2260
Telephone: (02) 4385 2061

The idea was to eat, eat, and eat, but plan b, or rather the lack of a proper plan, meant that we start at Plan B. We started off easy, but it was surely one of the best burgers that I’ve.

It took everything that I got to resist ordering another burger for myself, and missed out on all the stuff that was about to come – and so three hungry dude shared one burger.

Plan B by Becasse is famous for their wagyu beef burger, and at just ten bucks, you must try this burger! What is wagyu, anyway? When even the MacDonalds in Sydney sell Angus beef burgers, you probably think it’s not a big deal.

But the real wagyu burger, comes in the form of a thick beef patty, everything was kept simple; there’s no exotic ingredients like foie gras, nor were there redundant sauce – it was so good that you could feel the sauce gushing out! Interesting, beetroot was used, and it provided the contrast from the other burgers.

Plan B, 204 Clarance sheet, have you taken down the address?

It will be disappointing if one did not step into any pub/bar when in Australia. The folks here simply love (read: adore, head over heels, cannot do without) drinking. Be it a glass of the fine wines from the vineyard, or a pin of beer straight from the brewery, say cheers! There’s a strong drinking culture here; it’s not surprising to see people drinking during lunch time, or 3pm in the afternoon.

I was glad when Richard proposed that we make a trip to his favorite pub, Bavarian Bier Cafe for some beer to chill down the hot afternoon heat. Since I always have a sweet tooth, I went for the Mango, which had a smell consistency of the fruit. The taste however, did not have such a strong mango flavor.

No one in their right mind will pass on the chance to have German Sausages, and so we ordered a platter to share. There was a krunching sound when I bite the cracking roast pork, as with the German food that I visualize, it was hearty, tasty and definitely not enough.

‘Deep-fried sushi?’

Richard casually asked if we are keen to try it out, but I could sense the excitement in his seemingly-subtle-tone.

‘I don’t know, I’m not so sure.. about this’

And the next thing I know, we were standing in front of Kana Express kiosk. This is one place where most people wouldn’t have heard of, much less try the snacks here; an oblivious kiosk by the corner of a back alley.

The sushi was done Korean-style, and there’s other popular Korean snacks like spicy rice-cake, but our focus was on these two words: Deep-fried, & sushi.

As the guest, or so they said, I was entitled to the first bite. It was edible. I think one’s enjoyment of this sushi comes from the revelation of deep fried to the mind. On it’s own, the sushi tasted very tame, but the addition of the fiery hot chili sauce enhanced the flavor greatly.

I love summer. I really do.

Summer, is the perfect excuse for us to indulge with ice cream, and more ice cream. We dropped by Passionflower, a dessert cafe which exotic ice cream flavors. The choice of vanilla hazelnut & burnt caramel was made by me, the former was evidently the favorite, and I liked the nutty taste in the vanilla ice cream, while the latter had a strong burnt caramel taste.

Summer, is not summer, without ice cream.

I stole a glance at Krispy Kreme when we walked by the shop, and was immediately dragged in and convinced to have one (just one) of the original donut. This should be the definition of how a good donut taste like: glazed with a layer of sugar, yet not to the point of being cloyingly-sweet, there wasn’t any hint of oilyness that a poor donut will have. One, simply isn’t enough.

Our original plan was to have tonkatsu at a nearby Japanese restaurant, but it was closed by the time we got there, so we went to Harry’s instead. I’m sure, any reputable guidebook will list the pies & hotdog at Harry’s Cafe de Wheels as one of the must-try in Sydney. Tiger pie is particularly famous, but to be honest, I’m not very certain of it. Mashy and meaty, maybe it’s just me, but I didn’t really enjoy it.

On the other hand, we thoroughly enjoyed the hotdog, it was a shame that we only had one to share. I’d imagine one to hold the big sausage with both hands, and put the whole thing into the mouth!

While on the way to Max Brenner, we passed by Le Patissier and decided to stop here for some sweets instead. For a small place, they have quite an array of desserts to choose from. I wanted to try vanilla pastry cake but it wasn’t available that day, so we had the Lemon Ganache. The sourish lemon ganache provided a good counterbalance to the sweet chocolate layers, but the whole cake was too dry, and I’m not a big fan of kirsch that’s also present in the cake.

When the fork first sank into the Creme Brulee, we already came to the conclusion that it failed. And unsurprisingly, the surface of the dessert was not caramelized properly; it was either a leftover, or they had torched and caramelized too early. However, the custard underneath was actually quite decent, and there’s even vanilla beans used.

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Just in case you are wondering again, yes, we ate all of these in one afternoon.

Plan B by Becasse
204 Clarence Street, Sydney 2000
Tel: 9283 3450

Bavarian Bier Cafe
24 York Street, Sydney, NSW 2000
Tel: 02 8297 4111

Kana Express kiosk
Corner of Central Street

Passionflower
580 George Street
Sydney NSW 2000

Krispy Kreme
Queen Victoria Building
429 – 481 George Street,
Shop 95 – 97 Lower Ground Floor,
Sydney, NSW 2000

Harry’s Cafe De Wheel
Haymarket, NSW 2000
Next to Paddy Maguires Pub
Tel: (02) 9281 6292

Le Patissier
50 Clarence Street
Sydney NSW 2000
Tel: (02) 9299 0015

The sparkling mascato had that bubbly taste on the first instance it touches the tongue, i’ll like to call it the happy wine. There’s always the saying that white goes well with seafood while you have red for your meat, but it really depends on your own preference – the wine you like is the best wine.

There was three wine boutiques that we went to in Hunter Valley; Wollombi wines, Mount View estate, and Savannah. Even though I have not been a big vineyard before, but I like the personal and homely vibe that the smaller boutique exudes.

A simple damper sandwich can actually taste so good when you are sitting on a bench that overlooks the whole vineyard, with a glass of wine in hand.

And as for myself, I tend to favor white over red because there’s a sharp aftertaste of the latter that is spicy and hits the palate, or maybe it’s like what they say: you always start off with white and as you mature and grow older, then will you slowly appreciate red wine.

Now I’m not going to pretend I’m a wine connoisseur and have a lot of knowledge on wine, on the contrary I know hardly anything about them. During the wine tasting, I enjoyed most of the whites, especially the late harvest ones; they have a fragrant smell and sweeter aftertaste. Desserts wine are particularly a big hit for me, I love the sweet and charming taste, and it will definitely be perfect to end a meal with dessert and wine.

Wollombi Wine
25 Charlton Street (off Wollombi road)
Wollombi 2325

Mount View estate
502 Mount View road
Mount view NSW 2325
Tel: (02) 4990 3307

Savannah
Lot 211 Mount View road, Mount View
Tel: (02) 4990 6326

It’s always a good thing when visiting another country, especially when you are like me who usually do not research much on the place, to be in the company of fellow food bloggers.

I was fortunate to have my Sydney food blogger friends to show me around, and it was so much fun to hang out with them, everyone connected and soon we were chatting like we’ve known each other for years. And the food was good of course, no restaurant in their right mind will serve bad food to a group of hungry food bloggers.

Without Helen’s arrangement, I probably would never make it to Newtown, an suburb outside the city area, and I must say I’m glad I did. The place is a charming shopping paradise with the fashionable boutique by day, and when the sun goes down, it instantly transformed into a cool chilled-out area for all the night owls. The restaurant we’ve dinner was called Rowda Ya Habibi, they served Lebanese cuisine and we sat on the floor on cushions. Other than the exotic Lebanese cuisine, there was also special entertainment in the form of a belly-dancer, she’d danced around the room and then grab one of us up to dance (or rather move around) with her. Boy, it was hell lot of fun that night!

The eight of us went for the Extra Special Banquet ($30 per pax) which has a variety of 10 dishes selected by the chef. We began with Hummos, a chicken pea & sesame seed kind of dish that was really quite difficult to describe in terms of taste and appearance. The generous serving of Lebanese bread was somewhat like the Indian Naan, to dip with all kinds of sauces, and to be wrapped with the other sides to eat together.

I got confused by the Baba Ganooj because it looked so similar to the Hummos, but the main ingredient was smoked eggplant (one of the raw vegetables that I do not eat), and then all was good with the arrival of the fulsome Shish kebab, tender lamb fillets grilled on skewers that were mouth-watering.

In comparison to the Shish kebab, the Chicken skewers were much more tender, and juicy, and I couldn’t help stealing a glance around the table to see if there’s any leftovers. The remaining of the dishes include felafel, a deep-fried vegetarians balls of crushed chick pea (again), beans with spices, ladies finger which bears an uncanny resemblance to the Chinese fried spring roll, only that this one was filled with meat, onions and pine nuts.

Five minutes after we stepped out of the Lebanese restaurant, we headed further down the street for round 2 – ice cream! A few of the others unanimously agreed that Gelatomassi has the best (read: number one, top of the world, absolutely unbeatable) pistachio ice cream, and after trying it, I must say I agree with their judgment – it’s definitely by far one of the best green-nut ice cream that I’ve had before. The distinct pistachio nut taste would drive any fans of the green-nut crazy.

I’ve the ferrero roche flavour, which seemed tame after I tried the pistachio; it lacked the crunchy bite and wasn’t ferrero roche enough. Most of the folks didn’t like the lemon sorbet as they found it to be too sourish, but I on the other hand, thoroughly enjoyed the citrus sting. The other flavours we’d include chocolate cake, peanut, and strawberry.

Are we done? No, not yet, we went to another place in the Darlinghurst area called Messina for even more ice cream! Madness isn’t it? But that’s what happen when a group of food bloggers hang out together. The coconut lychee was a big hit here, but since I’m neither a fan of coconut nor lychee, it didn’t appeal to me. In addition, the second scoop was tiramisu which was pretty decent.

Afterwhich, the group of us went across the street to another place for frozen yogurt. It’s probably not the most sensible thing to do in the middle of a chilling night, but yet there’s nothing better than to sit out there in the cold weather while having ice cream and frozen yogurt.

‘Where are we going next?’ This simple question brought us to our fifth and final stop for the night, the very popular Chat Thai, in Chinatown. It was already midnight by the time we arrived at the place, and there’s still a long queue outside waiting to get in. No one could possibly miss out on Pad thai when in a Thai restaurant, so we had one to share. Just like the recent one that I’ve before I left for Sydney, it was sweet, not spicy at all, and the rice noodles were considerately thinner. I’d like my Pad thai to have lots of raw beansprouts and eggs, however Chat Thai’s rendition did not have enough of both to satisfy me.

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Just in case you are wondering, yes we covered all these places within one night. This is the second part of my Twelve days in Sydney series, to be continued . . .

Rowda Ya Habibi
101 King Street Newtown
Tel: 02 9557 5368

Gelatomassi
262 King Street
Newtown NSW 2042
Tel: (02) 9516 0655

Messina
241 Victoria Street
Darlinghurst NSW 2010

Chat Thai
20 Campbell Street
Haymarket Chinatown
Tel: +61 (02) 9211 1808

It was supposed to be January, but it is almost April soon! Well, like they say, better late than never! Forty-four was the magical number this time, and I’m glad to see many of my regulars, and of course our new friends.

Salt & Pepper Calamari

We started with the simple appetiser, but I was too busy running from table to table that the calamari turned cold by the time I returned!

Chicken & Cheese Quesadillas

Dallas signature Quesadillas was one of the dish which I remembered from my previous visit. Tasting almost like a Mexican taco, there was chicken bits soaked with tomato in chicken broth.

Shredded Pork Tacos

Baby Back Pork ribs

There was some confusion when the ribs were served. The three different flavours of Fiery, Alabama & Smoked Hickory BBQ were too alike! Because we did everything in tasting portions, the pork ribs had to be cut and served this way, otherwise we were be there until four.

Dallas Wings

There was some feedback that the wings were too dry and lacked marination.

Tempura Barramundi

Corn & crab fritters

Beef Fajitas with Guacamole & sour cream

Breaded mushrooms

The “twin” brother which looked almost identical to the Corn & Crab Fritters.

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A total number of 44 people turned up for this LIC food outing, thank you everyone! Like I’ve mentioned, there will be no date announced yet for the next lic food outing, I will try to organise it soon, so see you next time! I’ll also like to thank Jason, the owner for Dallas for hosting us.

I will be adding the group photos to my Facebook page later. Do add me there to see the photos!

Read about my previous visit to Dallas here.
And Catherine @ Camemberu
Julia @ AromaCookery
Fen @ Sgdessert
Keropok man @ Singapuradailymakanphoto

Dallas Restaurant & Bar
31 Boat Quay
Boat Quay Conservation area
Tel: 6532 2131
Website: http://www.dallas.sg/

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