If you were to think of three things that encapsulate Christmas, it would most probably be family, presents and of course, the most amazing festive food! Christmas is the last holiday of the year, so it’s the perfect time to let loose and indulge one last time before the year ends!

This holiday season, JW Marriott Singapore South Beach’s very own Beach Road Kitchen has prepared a wonderful festive buffet filled with traditional festive flair. This year-end affair has Beach Road Kitchen chefs sparing no effort to tickle your tastebuds with a luxurious spread of quintessential festive roasts, seafood and mouth-watering desserts.

Expect freshly-carved Slow Roasted Turkey with a Signature Gravy and Cranberry Sauce and a sumptuous Honey Glazed Gammon Bone-In Ham as their festive highlights. Luxuriate in Beach Road Kitchen’s temperature-controlled seafood haven where you can find Chilled Poached Prawns and freshly-shucked Oysters. You can also watch skilled chefs cook your food à la minute at several live stations.

With this festive buffet, you’re in for a jolly good time with friends and family. To make your gift of bountiful food and precious time this season even more meaningful, quote ‘ladyironchef’ for 50% off 2nd diner when you make a reservation at Beach Road Kitchen.

ANTIPASTI/SALADS

Kickstart your meal with Beach Road Kitchen’s extensive range of antipasti from varying cuisines and cultures. Located in a special temperature-controlled room alongside their fresh seafood, you can expect dishes such as Potato Salad, Grilled Pumpkin and Truffle Mushroom Pasta Salad.

If you were craving some fresh greens, Beach Road Kitchen also has a wonderful salad bar where you can customise the perfect salad to start off your culinary exploration at the buffet. You’ll be spoilt for choice by the variety of toppings and dressings they have available.

ASSORTED CAVIAR STATION

Get a taste of delectable hors d’oeuvres this season and expect a mouthwatering selection of caviar at their Caviar Station! This is the station to make a beeline for as it is only available on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve.

The caviar comes in a variety of flavours and toppings and is served atop a savoury pancake. We enjoyed a delicious pancake of caviar and pickled onions that really whet our appetites, preparing us for the seafood we planned to go for next!

THE SEAFOOD ROOM

One of the highlights at Beach Road Kitchen is definitely their seafood room. It’s a temperature-controlled room that allows for the seafood to be kept fresh until it gets to your plate! You can expect sweet Snow Crabs and succulent cooked Prawns – the freshest ocean catches you’ll taste.

Look forward to having oysters shucked before your very own eyes! It really doesn’t get any fresher than this. Skilled chefs will shuck these tender oysters for you so you can focus on eating only the best and the very freshest. These delicacies are best eaten with just a squeeze of lemon and a dash of tabasco!

Another live station within the seafood room is where chefs will make a seasoned Tuna Tartare à la minute! You can choose what you wish to add to the mix or just let the chef surprise and impress with his own custom blend.

In addition to the Tuna Tartare, enjoy some fresh Salmon Tartare and various kinds of smoked salmon from the seafood room. Accompanying the fresh slices are Duck Rilette, Mustard and Baby Pickles.

Seafood lovers will inevitably find this station the most satisfying! The fresh cold seafood is a perfect prelude to the rest of the hot items at the buffet.

FESTIVE ROAST MEATS

It really wouldn’t be a Christmas buffet without roasted meats to share at the dinner table! Beach Road Kitchen is bringing some quintessential holiday dishes to their lineup such as their Slow Roasted Turkey with Signature Gravy and Cranberry Sauce, as well as their Honey Glazed Gammon Bone-In Ham.

Each turkey is marinated with festive herbs and spices before it is slow-roasted for a minimum of 12 hours at a lower temperature. This meticulous method allows each turkey to remain as juicy, tender and succulent as possible. Pair it with the umami-filled Signature Gravy or the sweet and tangy Cranberry Sauce. Either way, it’s a festive favourite – not hard to see why once you’ve tasted it!

Another of Beach Road Kitchen’s festive roasts would be their Honey Glazed Gammon Bone-In Ham that is coated in the most luscious pure honey extract – straight from the honeycomb! The honey allows for the meat to caramelise beautifully, yet still gives the roast a natural, mildly sweet flavour.

Spiced with cloves, this ham is definitely a traditional staple at every table yet, you won’t tire of it. Accompany the ham with more tangy sweetness from the Pineapple Chutney. It really gives this festive ham a modern twist.

LIVE GRILL STATION

Alongside the carving meats, a plethora of seafood, meat and vegetables are flame-grilled at a live station just for you! Indulge in some freshly-grilled crayfish, tiger prawns, sweet corn and shell-on scallops! It feels just like a big family barbeque once you sink your teeth into the grilled meats – charred-to-perfection!

Our favourite from the grill was the Grilled Lamb Rack. Perfectly juicy with a good char, these tender slabs of meat were so satisfying to eat. Lightly seasoned with a simple mix of salt, pepper and a hint of rosemary, they were simple yet oh-so-delicious. Pair it with some grilled sweet corn to balance out the savoury flavour of the lamb!

LIVE PIZZA STATION

As a kid, we remember staring through the glass dividers as pizza chefs stretched out the dough, sprinkling toppings and sauce on them. Well, you can relive that experience as pizza chefs churn out some fresh classic pizzas in Beach Road Kitchen’s very own pizza oven.

We especially loved the Pepperoni Pizza as the savoury pepperoni complemented the generous helping of cheese baked onto the fluffy pizza dough. It was perfectly cooked in the oven and still piping hot as it reached our plates!

LIVE NOODLE STATION

The live noodle station allows you to pick and choose from a myriad of noodles, vegetables, mushrooms and toppings for your noodles! Choose your soup – Laksa or Beef Broth – and enjoy a piping-hot bowl of freshly cooked noodles.

We chose to have laksa broth with our noodles. This bowl is perfect for spice-lovers. It’s both spicy and creamy, proving to be a really heart-warming bowl of laksa. You can add some fishballs, fishcakes, lobster balls, beansprouts and eggs to your bowl, customizing it to your liking!

CHINESE DELIGHTS

Savour some dishes from Chinese cuisine, showing how diverse Beach Road Kitchen’s buffet line up really is. You can expect iconic zi char favourites such as Sweet & Sour Pork, Black Pepper Stir-Fried Pork and Trio Egg Spinach.

Our favourite from this section had to be the Steamed Tofu with Minced Meat. Silky beancurd is drenched in a savoury soy-based gravy and topped with minced meat to create this Chinese classic. It goes well with a little bit of rice but it’s perfect by itself too!

INDIAN CUISINE SPECIALS

Adding that splash of spice on your plate, Beach Road Kitchen’s Indian cuisine specials will tantalize your tastebuds, tingling them with fragrant spices and sauces. Our favourites from the selection include the Chicken Tikka and crispy Prata.

The Chicken Tikka was super juicy and tender, yet packed amazing flavour with every bite. We paired it with some yoghurt to mellow out the spice and give it a tangy, creamy edge. It went perfectly with the fried Prata!

FESTIVE DESSERT SPREAD

The dessert was probably the biggest highlight of our meal at Beach Road Kitchen. The sweets spread was so luxurious and extensive it was as if we had won a Golden Ticket to a candy factory! This holiday season, Beach Road Kitchen chefs have prepared some familiar festive classics and some more modern Christmas treats.

One of these new-age festive desserts includes their handcrafted Sesame Green Tea Log Cake. Made with green tea mousse, sesame praline and a crunchy feuilletine base, this cake is a definite must-try.

Traditional treats such as Christmas butter cookies, cinnamon cookies and Stollen are also available! Our favourite of the bunch was the star-shaped cinnamon cookies because of how soft they were and surprisingly not all that sweet or cloying.

Something the kids can enjoy and take home would be the cutely-decorated Gingerbread Man cookies. Soft, chewy and with a nice hint of that classic gingerbread spice, it’s definitely a Christmas classic all can appreciate. Keep a lookout for the Gingerbread House that’s specially crafted for the holiday season!

Not to be forgotten at any Christmas meal are Mini Mince Pies and Traditional Mini Granny Smith Apple Crumble Pies. The apple crumble pie was buttery and flaky with a sweet gooey filling of sweet granny smith apples while the mince pie was a spiced mix of meat and dried fruits. Both have their own unique charms – you have to try these!

CLASSIC DESSERTS

One of our favourite features that Beach Road Kitchen has is their Sweets Wall. Displayed in big jars are old-day Singaporean snacks such as iced gems, haw flakes and chocolate wafers.

If you have a thing for crepes, you’ll definitely enjoy this live station. Skilled chefs will prepare some banana custard crepes to order, topping them with a generous dusting of icing sugar. It’s perfectly sweet from the banana and made even creamier with the vanilla bean custard.

Other than festive desserts and old-school sweets, be enthralled by the super extensive range of cakes and pastries Beach Road Kitchen has to offer. End of your meal with some Kueh Lapis and Banana Cake or Matcha, Opera and Black Forest Petit Cakes. Whether they’re local delights or french pastry, they’re the perfect conclusion to your time at Beach Road Kitchen!

As an accompaniment to your meal, enjoy some festive refreshments! Choose from the traditional Mulled Wine with an assortment of fresh fruits or some Strawberry Sparkling Cider. They are all available at the live bar where you can request the bartenders to whip up these festive drinks for you.

Quote ladyironchef upon making your reservation to enjoy 50% OFF every second diner for the festive buffet at Beach Road Kitchen.

The prices for JW Marriott Singapore South Beach’s Beach Road Kitchen Buffets are as follows:

Jolly Festive Buffet (1 to 23 Dec & 26 to 30 December 2019):

• Lunch (Mon to Sat, 12pm – 2.30pm): Adult S$68++, Child S$34++
• Sunday Brunch (12pm – 3pm): Adult S$118++, Child S$59++
• Dinner (Mon to Thurs, 6pm – 10pm): Adult S$88++, Child S$44++
• Dinner (Fri to Sun, 6pm – 10pm): Adult S$98++, Child S$49++

Christmas Eve (24 Dec 2019):

• Lunch (12pm – 2.30pm): Adult S$78++, Child S$39++
• Dinner (6pm – 10pm): Adult S$148++, Child S$74++

Christmas Day (25 Dec 2019):

• Brunch (12pm – 3pm): Adult S$148++, Child S$74++
• Dinner (6pm – 10pm): Adult S$98++, Child S$49++

New Year’s Eve (31 Dec 2019):

• Lunch (12pm – 2:30pm): Adult S$68++, Child S$34++
• Dinner (6pm – 10pm): Adult S$148++, Child S$74++

New Year’s Day (1 January 2020): 

• Brunch (12pm – 3pm): Adult S$148++, Child S$74++
• Dinner (6pm – 10pm): Adult S$80++, Child S$40++

Terms & Conditions
– Offers not applicable on eve & day of Public Holidays, and all special occasions as determined by the Hotel
– Valid up to a maximum of 8 persons per bill only
– Not applicable with other loyalty programs discounts, credit card promotions and other privileges; cannot be combined for redemption with other vouchers
– Not applicable for Kids price
– Advance reservations required and subject to availability

30 Beach Road
JW Marriott Singapore South Beach
Singapore 189763
Tel: +65 6818 1913
Daily: 6am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Esplanade

This post was brought to you by JW Marriott Singapore South Beach.

A celebrated stalwart in Singapore’s city centre, Pan Pacific Singapore’s multifaceted buffet restaurant, Edge, is one that never fails to take our breath away. Exuding a marvellous theatrical spread, the team of chefs bring to the fore flavours and delicacies from all over the globe with a menu that constantly changes and evolves. With 7 interactive live food theatres, 16 food stations (at least) and over a hundred dishes to choose from, this is one buffet restaurant that’ll push your appetite to the edge—literally.

We’ve always been avid fans of their weekday buffets. And just when we think that things couldn’t get any better, they go and pull off something as incredible as a Sunday brunch that encompasses everything you could ever want in a perfect weekend from a botanical gin cocktail bar stocked with a wide selection of top-tier labels, premium seafood on ice, a temple of desserts and so much more.

There’s something for everyone, even the little ones. From an onsite balloon sculptor to a newly furnished kid’s playroom that comes with their very own buffet spread, games and more, there’s no doubt that your little ones will be in for an epic Sunday. And while the kids are kept entertained, why not indulge even further with unlimited glasses of Veuve Clicquot Champagne, cocktails and G&Ts?

Happening every Sunday from 17th March to 26th May 2019, this feast fit for a king is one that’s worth the splurge. Sundays are for sleeping in for many, but for us, a good brunch trumps the extra hours of shut-eye.

For our readers, you may quote “ladyironchef” upon making reservations to enjoy the non-alcohol package at S$98++ adults, S$49++ Child, or the alcoholic package at S$178++ that’s inclusive of free-flow Veuve Clicquot Champagne.

A SASHIMI LOVER’S DREAM

A heavy hitter among the Japanese food-obsessed, Edge’s Japanese station goes far beyond your typical sushi and miso soup. Segregated into different parts, diners can choose to luxuriate in hearty deep-fried tempura, enjoy soba noodles, chicken karage and more! And don’t even get us started on their wide array of sashimi options.

On weekends, their options go far beyond their usual trio of salmon, tuna and octopus, featuring the likes of hamachi (Japanese amberjack) as well. Hand-sliced upon order, each strip of fish is thick, meaty and fresh-tasting.

TRIO OF FRESH OYSTERS ON THE HALF SHELL

Boasting a wide selection of deliciously sweet premium crustaceans from Alaskan king crabs to Boston lobsters and shellfish of sorts, one can never go wrong by beginning at the seafood on ice station. Oysters are a luxury and you’ll be happy to know that Edge makes available not just one variety, but three.

WHOLE ALASKAN KING CRAB LEG STATION

A new addition to their Sunday brunch lineup is the Whole Alaskan King Crab Leg station where diners can enjoy unlimited servings of this fleshy behemoth of a crab lightly poached in a court bouillon—or in simpler terms, a flavourful, aromatic broth used to poaching fish and shellfish—and served simply with fresh, crispy iceberg lettuce and an velvety smooth mustard butter sauce.

The flavourful broth elevated simply with a few sprigs of fresh herbs, a mirepoix (carrots, onion & celery), bay leaf and white wine, pairs exceptionally well with the sweet crab, giving the crustacean a nice aromatic lift and an even greater depth of flavour.

A SUNDAY ROAST EXPERIENCE

If you’ve never experienced a proper British Sunday roast, Edge will have you wishing for it every weekend. Over at the live carving station, neatly assembled on carving boards in all its colossal, meaty glory is a selection of roast meat delights.

Choose from the Mustard Roast Beef Prime Ribs—served with a side of roasted spuds and a bordelaise jus—, Deep-Fried Whole Spring Chicken with Herbs and Garlic, Lamb Rack with Herb Crust and a Chorizo and Chestnut-stuffed Roast Duck. Hand-carved upon request, every slice glistens and oozes with indescribable succulence. Unless you’re vegetarian, there’s no reason why anybody should give the live carving station a miss.

FLAVOURS OF EUROPE

Taking up residence along the line as you venture past the roast meats and pasta section is a section dedicated to the flavours and signature dishes of Europe. Whether you crave the rich, robust flavours of Spain in the form of a hearty seafood paella or a fancy truffle scented angel hair pasta adorned with caviar, this section has it all.

KIMBERLEY STREET KWAY CHAP

Going with a more Asian-forward lineup, the buffet line sees some pretty new and intriguing additions such as a corner dedicated to the tastes and flavours of Thailand. But perhaps the one station that caught our eye was their new kway chap station, dishing out hearty, flavour-packed bowls of Kimberley Street-style kway chap.

For the uninitiated, this particular style of kway chap originates from Penang, Malaysia where it is a common street food favourite, and it comprises a variety of offal and tender braised duck meat served in a herbal flavoured broth. The dish boasts an aromatic, herbal aroma but is underscored by a meaty, savoury flavour that is oh-so-comforting.

CHARCOAL WAFFLES CORNER

Savoury waffles are totally the in thing right now and what the chefs here have done with their own rendition of the said dish is off the charts. Sitting pretty on a crispy charcoal waffle, a truffle cheese sous vide egg, deep-fried baby squid, sambal Boston lobster, spinach and a spicy hollandaise sauce.

BOTANICAL GIN COCKTAIL STATION

Nothing takes the edge off quite like a refreshing gin & tonic and perhaps one station that’s unique to Edge’s Sunday brunch lineup—and a hit among the grownups—is their botanical gin cocktail bar.

Well-stocked with over 10 labels and a variety of condiments to spice up your G&Ts with, this is, hands down, one of the favourite parts of the entire buffet—for obvious reasons.

KID’S PLAY AREA & KIDS BUFFET LINE

At Edge’s Sunday brunch, there’s truly something for everyone—for the moms, the dads and especially the little ones. A new addition to the restaurant is a fully converted kid’s area that is well stocked with everything from colouring materials, toys and even an onsite balloon sculptor to entertain the little ones while the adults eat.

The area even comes with its own mini buffet line, featuring the likes of nuggets, French fries, Oreo cookies, mini beef sliders and even a cotton candy machine!

In the mood for a next-level Sunday brunch experience? Be sure to quote “ladyironchef” to enjoy the non-alcohol package at $98++ adults, $49++ Child, or the alcoholic package at $178++ that’s inclusive of 1 glass of Veuve Clicquot Champagne between 17th March to 26th May 2019.

Edge Sunday Champagne Brunch
Dates: Every Sunday, 17th March 2019 to 26th May 2019
Exclusive Edge Sunday Champagne Brunch price for Ladyironchef readers:
Non-Alcohol package S$98++adults, S$49++ Child
Alcoholic package S$178 ++ (inclusive of free-flow Veuve Clicquot Champagne)

For dining reservations and enquiries, please call +65 6826 8240 or email dining.ppsin@panpacific.com.

Terms & Conditions

• Offer excludes eve of PH and PH, Easter Brunch and Mother’s day brunch
• Not valid in conjunction with other promotions, discount cards, promotional vouchers and in-house offer discount cards
• Prices quoted are subject to 10% service charge and prevailing Goods & Services tax, unless otherwise stated
• Please quote “Ladyironchef” upon reservation to enjoy the promotion

Edge
Pan Pacific Singapore, Level 3
7 Raffles Boulevard
Daily: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Sunday Brunch: 12pm – 3.30pm
Reservations: +65 6826 8240 / dining.ppsin@panpacific.com
Nearest Station: City Hall/Promenade

This post is brought to you by Pan Pacific Singapore. 

Sunday brunches have a very special place in our hearts because it is the most important meals over the weekend; bigger than breakfast and more enticing than lunch, there is really nothing not to love about a good Sunday brunch.

Nestled in Mandarin Oriental, Singapore, Melt Café is one of the best choices if you are in the Marina Bay area. Their Sunday Champagne Brunch is simply out of the world—we are talking about endless gourmet food, including bubbles and fun in-house entertainment for everyone in the family.

From fresh oysters of different varieties, premium sashimi from the Japanese counter, a carving station that will satisfy the carnivores to their ever popular Indian cuisine and an outdoor barbecue grill, this is one champagne brunch that is deserving of an encore.

CRAZY CHEESE SELECTION

Brunch is made better when there is an amazing cheese selection and the one at Melt Café will definitely impress you.

Pair your wines with any cheese of your preference that are sourced from countries such as Italy, France and United Kingdom.

FRESH SEAFOOD ON ICE

The seafood counter is a dream come true for all oyster fans. The restaurant sources for oysters from different parts of the world and depending on seasonality, you get to slurp up varieties such as Taylor Pacific, Fine de Claire and Creuses de Bretagne.

Crustaceans such as Alaska King Crabs and Boston Lobsters also stood out among the clams, mussels and prawns at the counter.

JAPANESE DELIGHTS

Tucked away at a corner beside the desserts, the Japanese food station takes on the form of an L-shaped counter which showcases a scrumptious range of both hot and cold Japanese delights.

When you are there, keep a lookout for a large wooden basin which is filled with five types of sashimi including the likes of salmon, tuna, octopus and more. Other tantalising options are the sushi, cold soba, and crispy deep-fried tempura with Japanese curry.

FOIE GRAS & CARVING STATION

Nothing gets better than a ‘live’ carving station at a buffet—until you add on a Foie Gras counter as well. The idea of endless rounds of foie gras is tempting, yes?

To make things even better, the carving station also boasts local and western delicacies such as char siew pork, roasted pork, roasted chicken, slow-roasted Australian prime rib beef and whole baked honey ham.

INDIAN COUNTER

With its over-the-top offerings, it may not occur to you that the Indian counter is actually one of the signatures at Melt Café and let us just say that no one should leave the buffet restaurant without a taste of their savoury curries and buttery naan.

Noteworthy Indian recipes you should not miss for anything in the world are the Tandoori Chicken, Butter Chicken, and more.

OUTDOOR BARBECUE GRILL STATION

Besides the indoor carving station, meat lovers can also head outside to the al fresco terrace where the BBQ grill section is. Take your pick among tantalising options such as the Suckling Pig, Beef Steak, Barbecue Chicken Wings, Pork Collar and Grilled Salmon.

You really have to save space for their Suckling Pig, which is roasted whole in the oven at the outdoor terrace. This method of roasting ensures that the juices are all locked in so the meat remains tender.

DESSERT ENCLAVE

Melt Café’s glorious dessert shrine is reason enough to get you out of bed on a Sunday morning. Featuring desserts from award-winning pastry chefs, this is where you will find all those with a sweet tooth going nuts for the stunning desserts.

The new Amaretto Sabayon—exclusive to Melt Café’s Sunday Champagne Brunch—is a real showstopper, as the dessert is doused with liquid nitrogen to create an enchanting theatrical effect before it is paired with red fruit compote and a topping of your choice.

Other sweet treats that are worth all the calories include the handmade waffles, handcrafted cakes, chocolate fondue, tiramisu in a chocolate cup and premium chocolates.

UNLIMITED CHAMPAGNE, WINES, COCKTAILS, BEERS AND MORE

Alongside world-class international cuisine, Melt Café also offers a neat range of alcoholic beverages because what is a champagne brunch without downing back a tipple or five?

For S$178++, you get to enjoy free-flow Ruinart “R” de Brut Champagne, wines, cocktails, beers, juices and soft drinks. But if you are looking for something more premium to spoil yourself with, there is also an upgraded option at S$218++ which entitles you to unlimited flow of Ruinart Blanc de Blancs Champagne.

ENTERTAINMENT FOR EVERYONE IN THE FAMILY

When it comes to Sunday Champagne Brunch at Melt Café, everything is spot on and we are talking about more than just the food. To elevate your dining experience, diners also get to interact with a magician who will perform numerous magic tricks to entertain you and your guests.

Parents will also be delighted to know that they will be able to relax and enjoy their brunch and drinks while their little ones are kept entertained in the Little Fan Land. The interactive kids’ room is equipped with soft toys, finger snacks, desserts, a movie screening and colouring stations for your kiddos.

Sunday Champagne Brunch
Every Sunday
12pm – 3pm
Adult: S$218++ (includes free-flow Ruinart Blanc de Blancs Champagne, wines, cocktails and beers)
Adult: S$178++ (includes Ruinart “R” de Brut Champagne, wines, cocktails and beers)
Adult: S$118++ (includes free-flow chilled juices and soft drinks)

Melt Café
Mandarin Oriental, Singapore
5 Raffles Avenue, Marina Square
Singapore 039797
Tel: +65 6885 3500
Daily: 6.30am – 10.30am, 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Promenade

This post is brought to you by Melt Café.