Birthdays of people are celebrated usually with birthday gifts, cakes, a birthday party, or a rite of passage.

Birthday celebrations are almost always the same—with the usual birthday cake placed in front of you while you stand awkwardly, waiting for your friends and family to finish singing the birthday song.

While there is no way that you can change the birthday song, there are definitely ways to make your birthday special. Instead of getting the conventional cake for your birthday celebration every single year, here are 9 alternative birthday ‘cakes’ that will make your next celebration extra special.

Photo Credit: P.osh

BROWNIES

The alternative to a great chocolate cake is brownies. Essentially a baked chocolate dessert, brownies come in various forms and may either be fudgy or chewy.

At P.Osh Brownies, you can look forward to interesting chewy brownies such as peanut butter & jelly and spicy chocolate. Alternatively, you can also customise your own brownies with lovely birthday messages written on top.

P.osh Brownies
11 Orchard Road, #B1-40
Dhoby Xchange
Singapore 238826
Mon to Sat: 12pm – 9.30pm
Closed on Sundays
Nearest Station: Dhoby Ghaut

*Multiple outlets islandwide

Photo Credit: Creme Maison’s

CAKE TRUFFLES

One of our go-to bakery is Crème Maison Bakery. They have a knack in crafting over-the-top fancy cakes that taste just as good as they look.

Although they are well-known for their floral cupcakes, we recommend trying their cake truffles—moist cake pops encased in white chocolate and can be dressed up further in accordance to your party theme. How gorgeous and fun!

Creme Maison’s
30 Tai Seng Street #08-03C
Singapore 534013
Mon: 11am – 5pm
Wed to Sat: 11am – 5pm
Sun: 11am – 3pm
Closed on Tuesdays
Nearest Station: Tai Seng

Photo Credit: Lush Platters

CHEESE WHEEL CAKE

Whoever said that cakes must be all sweet and pretty have not tried cheese wheel cakes.

Made from whole wheels of mouth-watering artisan cheese, Lush Platters’ Cheese Wheel Cake is definitely a hot favourite among cheese lovers and it is the perfect centrepiece on a grazing table. Do note that cakes must be ordered a minimum of four weeks before the celebration date as this allows the cheese to ripen nicely.

Lush Platters
Tel: +65 8500 2905
Email: hello@lushplatters.com
Closed on Mondays

Photo Credit: The Patissier LLP

CROQUEMBOUCHE

Using traditional French baking techniques and transforming them into creative and original sweet indulgences, The Patissier has a Croquembouche—a French dessert consisting of choux pastry balls (cream puffs) piled into a cone and bound with threads of caramel—that is a showstopper on its own and it requires at least a 10 days’ notice before collection.

The Patissier
4, Mohd Sultan Road #01-01
Singapore 238955
Tel: +65 6737 3369
Mon to Fri: 10am – 7.30pm
Sat & Sun: 10am – 4.30pm
Nearest Station: Fort Canning

CUSTARD BUNS

Cartoon dim sums have always been in trend as they are cute and captivating. At TungLok Teahouse, their mini Piglet BBQ Buns is a must to order.

Generous portions of caramelized char siew are encased in the soft and fluffy buns, and the kids are bound to love this.

Tunglok Teahouse
10 Sinaran Drive, #01-73,
Singapore 307506
Tel: +65 6893 1123
Mon to Sun: 11am – 5pm, 5,30pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Novena

Photo Credit: Little House Of Dreams

FLOWER POT DESSERTS

Situated in the heart of Dempsey Hill, Little House of Dreams is a local bakery that specialises in bespoke bakes and dessert tables.

These cute little pots of flowers are actually cakes that are topped with different types of flower design and the perfectly moist cupcakes are baked in food safe and reusable silicon pots.

Little House of Dreams
Block 8 Dempsey Road #01-14
Singapore 247696
Tel: +65 6472 4977
Mon to Thurs: 11am – 10.30pm
Fri: 11am – 12am
Sat: 9am – 12am
Sun: 9am – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

FRUIT TARTS

For those who love fruits, fruit tarts from Fruit Paradise are ideal for you. They offer a wide selection of fruit tarts that are made with lightly sweetened custard topped with a generous amount of fresh fruits that adds a refreshing taste to it.

Some of the best sellers include Mixed Fruits (S$58.85 for 19cm), Nutty Caramel (S$58.85 for 19cm) and Mixed Berries Chocolate (S$58.85 for 19cm). Do note that some of their tarts include hints of alcohol.

Fruit Paradise
53 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 3 #02-18
Ang Mo Kio Hub
Singapore 569933
Tel: +65 6483 4094
Mon to Sun: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Ang Mo Kio

Photo Credit: The Jelly Hearts

JELLY CHEESECAKE

No matter how old you are, no one can resist having jelly. The Jelly Hearts offers a stellar array of multi-tiered, handmade jelly cheesecakes.

The Birthday Special (S$39.60) consists of 2 layers of cream cheese and chocolate in the middle layer. Both young and old would love this dessert as it is not cloyingly sweet.

The Jelly Hearts
1 Pasir Ris Close #02-111
Singapore 519599
Tel: +65 6583 8782
Mon to Sun: 11am – 9pm
Nearest Station: Pasir Ris

*Multiple outlets islandwide

Photo Credit: Jtown Cafe

MARTABAK MANIS

Martabak manis is a popular snack in Indonesia and people usually have them as desserts or for supper. It is basically stuffed pancakes—egg batter deposited into a hot, oiled cast iron pan spread with butter or margarine, then filled with chocolate sprinkles, cheese and other toppings.

Jtown Café offers a variety of flavours such as pandan, choco cheese and durian.

Jtown Cafe
220 Orchard Road #B1-04/05
Midpoint Orchard
Singapore 238852
Tel: +65 9230 5040
Mon to Fri: 12pm – 9pm
Sat & Sun: 11am – 9pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

Photo Credit: Nasi Lemak Indulgence

NASI LEMAK CAKE

Nasi Lemak lovers can now have their favourite rice dish in the form of a cake! Presenting to you, Sambal Prawn With Quail Eggs (S$79) from Nasi Lemak Indulgence that is made of fragrant light coconut rice and prawns coated with spicy savoury concoction sambal and topped with quail eggs.

All their cakes are freshly prepared daily and you can also choose your favourite toppings to add on. Surprise everyone with this new concept and relish the authentic taste of Nasi Lemak with a whole new experience.

Nasi Lemak Indulgence
Email: nasilemakindulgence@gmail.com
Tel: +65 9866 9826

SHERPHERD’S PIES

There are not many places that make good Sherpherd’s Pies, but Don Pie is one of them. A venture that was spearheaded by both a humble passion for baking and of sharing good food with the masses, Don Pie first opened its doors back in 2000 and has since won the hearts of many with their insanely modest yet mouth-watering, all-natural pies.

Their signature Sherpherd’s Pies are available in two sizes (S$7.50 for personal size, S$26.20 for family size). Prepared simply, but with lots of heart, the layered casserole of ground beef (or chicken) and veggies nicely melded together with a rich, savoury gravy that gives the pie a robust body and good flavour.

Don Pie & Bazuka Yakibuta
Downtown Gallery 6A Shenton Way,
#03-29
Singapore 068815
Tel: +65 8511 2093
(Closed on Saturdays & Sundays)
Mon to Fri: 8am – 6pm
Nearest Station: Raffles Place

Photo Credit: Sushi Tei

SUSHI PLATTER

With Sushi Tei’s Sushi Platter (Party Pack A–S$62.80++), you get to try a variety of sushi such as salmon, ika, tamago and various maki. Now, just put a candle on top and you’ve a lovely sushi cake for your birthday!

290 Orchard Road #05-04/05
Singapore 238859
Tel: +65 6235 1771
Mon to Sun: 11.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

*Multiple outlets islandwide

Any time is a good time for ice cream—no matter what mood you are in. When we are feeling joyous, we celebrate with ice cream; likewise, ice cream cheers us up when we are unhappy. It is hard to imagine how something so simple is able to bring happiness to millions of people around the world, isn’t it?

Established in 1988, Cold Stone Creamery proudly dubs themselves as ‘Ice Cream Innovators’. Their ice cream is freshly made on the spot—smooth, rich and creamy.

At the same time, the popular ice cream parlour is also known for providing great entertainment value when it comes to their signature ‘ice cream toss’ dance and they throw pretty great private parties too—think party food, adorable character-themed ice cream cakes and colourful party decorations.

For kids and adults alike, Cold Stone Creamery is worth visiting countless times because it is always a good time there! And with the array of flavours, how would you even get sick of their ice cream?

MADE FRESH DAILY IN THEIR STORE

What makes their ice cream so insanely delicious could perhaps be the fact that all their ice cream are freshly made in-house daily.

And the sheer variety will make anyone go weak in their knees—adults and kids alike.

NEW COLD STONE CREAMERY OUTLET AT WATERWAY POINT

Originating from Arizona, Cold Stone Creamery currently has more than 1,400 stores worldwide and in Singapore, we are blessed with four outlets that strategically located at Orchard Central, Vivocity, HillV2 and the latest one at Waterway Point, East Wing, #B1-K13.

THE COLD STONE CREAMERY EXPERIENCE

Cold Stone Creamery caters to all by allowing us to customize our own ice creams!

Every cup of ice cream served at Cold Stone Creamery is called a ‘creation’ because you do not simply get a scoop of plain ice cream just like that. Scoops of your preferred flavours will be placed on a frozen granite stone and mixed with various types of toppings of your choice.

Choose among their Signature Creations or opt to create your own with fruits, nuts, candies, cookies and more. With more than 1000 different possible combinations, everyone can have their own favourites. It is like a personalized work of art!

SIGNATURE CREATION FAVOURITES AND NEW FLAVOURS

Cold Stone Creamery’s classic Signature Creations are well-received by people from all walks of life. From Founder’s Favorite® to Mud Pie Mojo® and Strawberry Banana Rendezvous™, there is something for everyone there—whether you are a hardcore chocolate fan or someone who prefers something fruity.

New to the menu are two uncommon ice cream flavours but they are certainly not something you wouldn’t have heard of. Welcoming Nacho Cheese and Chendolicious, Cold Stone Creamery’s flavour library has just expanded yet again. Now available at 1-for-1 Love It size, exclusively for Mastercard® Cardholders, till 13 May 2018.

The former boasts a light cheese flavour that is not too overwhelming and is topped off with our all-time favourite nacho chips while the latter is creamy and smooth chendol ice cream mixed with pandan green jelly strips and crunchy red beans.

PRIVATE PARTIES AND BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS

Planning for a party for your children? Leave that to Cold Stone Creamery and get one step closer to throwing a fun and memorable party for your little ones.

Kids love parties and they love ice cream, sprinkles, cones and party food!

Complete with wall decorations, savoury snacks, and drinks, everything is done for you so busy mummies and daddies are still able to throw the best birthday party for their little one without much planning.

PARTNERSHIP WITH UNIVERSAL PICTURES & DREAMWORKS ANIMATION

Which kid doesn’t love watching films from Universal Pictures & DreamWorks Animation? Even as adults, we are still huge fans of their box office hits including Despicable Me, Madagascar and Trolls!

Make your little one’s day by allowing them to indulge in a decadent ice cream cake that comes with their favourite cartoon character. This is a special collaboration between Cold Stone Creamery and Universal Pictures & DreamWorks Animation that will surely put a smile on your child’s face.

CHARACTER-THEMED ICE CREAM CAKES

You can expect favourites such as Despicable Me, Trolls, Kung Fu Panda, Madagascar, Shrek and How to Train Your Dragon to be included as one of the many designs available. These adorable character-themed ice cream cakes are now available at all Cold Stone Creamery outlets. Pay with Mastercard® to enjoy 15% savings.

What’s more? Stay tuned to Jurassic World cake designs which will be available at all outlets from 17 May 2018.

Whenever you are ready for an ice cream treat to cool off from Singapore’s humidity and warm weather, drop by Cold Stone Creamery for the Ultimate Ice Cream Experience®!

This post is brought to you by Cold Stone Creamery.

Hotel Jen Tanglin Singapore’s gorgeous all-day dining restaurant J65 is an ultimate gourmet paradise if you are keen on mainly local fare. Its wholesome Sunday Champagne brunch has left an impeccable impression and we are now equally enthralled by their latest launch of regional hawker-themed dinner buffets.

J65 is fronted by Executive Chef Frederick Kho, a Malaysian native cook who specialises in homestyle Nonya, Peranakan and Straits dishes. Along with his talented kitchen crew, patrons can watch the A-team in action at the spacious open kitchen. Think tantalising local delights such as satays, kong bak pau, homemade popiahs, Penang hokkien mee and the list goes on.

From now till Tuesday, 31 May 2016, quote “ladyironchef” to enjoy a scrumptious dinner buffet at only S$35++* per person (usual price from S$45++ to S$55++). Additionally, for those of you who celebrate your birthday at J65, you will receive a complimentary buffet plus a free three-tier stand of cupcakes and an over-the-top chocolate milkshake. Stop pinching yourself, the deal is real and it is valid from now till the end of 2016.

Been meaning to travel around Asia but can’t find the time? No worries. There is no need to fly when you have direct access to Asia’s best street food right at Hotel Jen Singapore’s J65.

There is a star item every day of the week, and while buffet restaurants usually do “items on rotation” where you’d be left to play with luck and possibly be disappointed when your favourite item isn’t “on rotation” that day, J65 does it differently.

No disappointment here. Just go on the days that has the dish you want to try/ like.

Here goes – Kong Bak Pau and Duck Mee Sua on Mondays; Ayam Penyet and Penang Hokkien Mee on Tuesdays; Sup Ekor and Hakka Beef Noodles on Wednesdays; Claypot Pork Rice and Bak Chor Mee on Thursdays; Woodlands Bazarr Special Lamb Shank with Nasi Briyani and Penang Lor Mee on Fridays.

The weekend features several Southeast Asian specialty choices too – Ayam Percik and Crispy Fish Noodles on Saturdays, and Nyonya Classic Ayam Pongteh and Curry Chicken Noodle on Sundays.

We know what you are thinking. You are probably condemning the idea of eating hawker fare at a hotel buffet.

But let us reiterate that on top of the (much more) comfortable and clean environment, the authenticity of these local food are unrivalled; J65′s team of experienced chefs have an impressive track record of preparing Southeast Asian delights. No efforts have been spared, and no corners have been cut in bringing you the most quality selection.

More importantly, free flow of everything we like is always a wonderful idea.

Then, there is the Asian Noodle Station, where you get to watch the chefs prepare a feast. The Singapore Chicken Rice and assorted roast meats are to die for, seriously! The head chef has a wealth of experience in roasting, and you bet those fragrant slabs of meat are worthy of all the calories you are about to gain. Sorry, what diet?

If you think that is all with J65′s offer of Asian food, you are wrong. We are merely at the beginning of introducing the comprehensive variety.

There’s Kueh Pie Tee at the DIY stand, or you can request for a freshly handcrafted crabmeat popiah and watch in awe as the chefs fold and roll your tasty snack.

A DIY Rojak section will also be part of the line-up, and you know what this means? We get to toss as much pineapple and you tiao (dough fritters) as you want! We don’t know about you but we gave up hoping that our hawker-bought Rojak would have more pineapple chunks than bean sprouts.

And we have more.

From Singapore-style crabs, everyone’s favourite salted egg yolk prawns to Tandoori chicken with naan; fresh sashimi to a whole bed of cold seafood on ice. We honestly doubt you can even try a bit of everything because the spread’s really huge.

Ready for desserts? We promise you will feel like Charlie in the Chocolate Factory.

Stuff yourselves silly with their chocolate cakes, cherry pistachio tarts, pina colada, Japanese mochis, brownies and whatnot. Fans of nyonya kuehs like we are? Yes, there is a whole platter and you should totally take one each. Of course, take more for your favourite one. Limitless kueh lapis for you?

Of course, don’t forget to unleash your inner child at the ice cream station. Grab the ice cream in your favourite flavours, and pile on all the toppings you want. This sort of unadulterated fun is priceless, and was exactly what we yearned for the most when we were kids – just eat as much ice cream as you want, with as much chocolate rice/ gummy bears/ marshmallow etc.

COMPLIMENTARY BUFFET FOR CELEBRATING YOUR BIRTHDAY AT J65

Celebrate your birthday during dinnertime at J65 with at least three other friends and you get to dine for free. On top of that, you will also receive a crazy chocolate brownie milkshake alongside a tier of frosted cupcakes. Seriously, how can your birthday not be awesome?!

This offer is not in conjunction with other promotions, discounts and is subjected to restaurant’s availability.

LIMITED TIME PROMOTION OF S$35++ (USUAL PRICE S$45 TO S$55++) FOR LADYIRONCHEF’S READERS

Quote ladyironchef to redeem this special offer of S$35++/pax for dinner buffet at J65. This promotion is valid from now until 31 May 2016. not valid for Mother’s Day weekend, eve of and on public holidays.

J65
Hotel Jen Tanglin Singapore
Lobby Level, 1A Cuscaden Road
Singapore 249176
Reservations: +65 6831 4374 / J65@hoteljen.com
Daily: 6.30am to 10pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

Dinner Buffet
Sun to Thu: 6pm – 9.30pm / S$45++ per pax
Fri and Sat: 6pm – 10pm / S$55++ per pax

Lunch Buffet
Mon to Sat: 12pm – 2.30pm / S$29++ per pax
Sun: 12pm – 3pm / S$55++ per pax

This post was brought to you by Hotel Jen Tanglin Singapore.

Tucked away in a little corner in Telok Blangah is what used to be a retreat bungalow owned by the Yemeni Alkaff family. Alkaff Mansion Ristorante provides a nice respite from the fast paced city areas in Singapore, perching on top of Telok Blangah Hill (used to be known as Washington Hill). This well-known location was once the centre of high society parties and other events, besides being a family home to the Alkaff family.

Since the mid 1990s, Alkaff Mansion Ristorante has been known to serve award-winning cuisine to patrons but ever since LHN Culinary Concepts took over the reigns in 2010, the restaurant finally restored its splendour and has become one of Singapore’s go-to dining spots and event venue for corporate, private events and weddings.

Here is what we enjoyed the most from Executive Chef Simone Depalmas’ intricately crafted menu, strongly influenced by his Italian roots.

To kick-start your gastronomic adventure here at Alkaff Mansion Ristorante, a popular antipasti to start with is the Fresh Octopus Carpaccio (S$24). This dish, according to Chef Depalmas, is one of the most frequently ordered starters at the restaurant.

Sliced thinly into delicate and translucent pieces, the octopus is enhanced with the added frisee salad and San Marzano cherry tomatoes on top, and dressed sparingly with balsamic reduction for a hint of tanginess to the dish. Chef imports his seafood fresh directly from his hometown of Sardinia, an island in Italy, so you are guaranteed only the freshest seafood will be served here.

If you are dining in a pair, pick the Seafood Platter (S$68) instead to try a variety of seafood dishes. Dig into plump tiger prawns, a generous serving of tuna tartare with croutons crowning it, thinly sliced sea bass carpaccio, chunky octopus salad and fresh lobster chunks dressed in a tart citrus sauce. The platter is exceptionally big so it can be shared up to four diners.

Moving on to the fresh pasta dishes, the Sardinian Fregola with Assorted Seafood (S$28) is a stunner. Fregola is essentially a ‘cous cous’-like pasta, imported all the way from Italy. The mussels that are tossed in with the pasta is exceptionally juicy as they are fresh from Sardinian waters, without being frozen when flown over. Cooked with other fresh seafood such as squid and clams, the rich flavours of the pasta shone through with the added use of herbs and dried tomatoes.

We were served this next dish wrapped up in a thin sheet of plastic. Yes, the Homemade Squid Ink Tagliatelle (S$32) is skillfully prepared in the hands of chef as he tosses this pasta dish into the oven for a couple of minutes before serving to bring out the robust flavours.

Adding an oomph to this marvellous pasta dish are the plump and juicy mussels and an assortment of other fresh Sardinian seafood.

It is hard to come by really good risotto in Singapore as many restaurants here do not use the correct grains to cook the dish, or simply fare poorly in execution. Thankfully, the Porcini Mushroom Risotto Superfino Acquerello (S$28) here at Alkaff Mansion Ristorante exceeded our expectations.

Chef uses the Superfino Acquerello grains in this risotto dish and it is a high quality grain prized for producing the best risotto dishes. The porcini mushrooms and thyme also enhanced the flavours of the dish.

Served flambéed, the Oven Baked Sea Bass in Salt (S$48/600g, S$56/700g, S$64/800g) produced the most tender and juicy flesh. As the fish was baked in salt, the inner ‘meat’ of the sea bass has absorbed a great part of it, making it good to eat even on its own.

We were served the sea bass with a tangy squeeze of lemon, some fresh vegetables and delicious dried tomatoes; they all make great companions to the fish.

If red meats are your go-to choice for a hearty (or romantic) dinner here at Alkaff Mansion Ristorante, the Oven-Baked Lamb Rack (S$45) or the Sliced Beef Tenderloin (S$45) should be your top picks.

Cooked to a perfect medium pink, the lamb rack is served with a smooth dollop of mashed potatoes, pearl onions and a rich prune sauce that has been reduced overnight to bring out the most intensive flavours to complement the meat.

For steak lovers, a guaranteed satisfying meal will be made better with the sliced tenderloin; cooked to your preferred doneness, of course. The steak is sliced up for easier consumption and served alongside roasted potatoes and fresh or grilled vegetables.

What makes a good suckling pig? A crisp skin outer layer with flavourful and tender meat inside. This is exactly what Chef Depalmas brought to the table with an Italian spin to this classic dish. And you bet we fell head over heels in love.

The Slow Cooked Sardinian Style Suckling Pig (S$46) is roasted for several hours at a specific temperature of 70 degree Celsius to produce fork-tender meat and a divine crisp to the skin. Served with a sweet berry compote to balance out the salty-rich flavours of the pork, we couldn’t help but believe that we must have done something so darn right in our past lives to be able to enjoy such a heavenly suckling pig.

Every good meal must end with an equally or even better tasting dessert. Chef puts in the same amount of love and care into his savoury dishes and sweet desserts, hence producing incredibly decadent desserts that you will polish off even if you were already ‘full’ from your mains.

Chef Depalmas’ Alkaff Mansion Tiramisu (S$14) is a simple dish but done the traditional and authentic way without any addition of cream – only light and premium mascarpone cheese. The added acidity of the fruits and berries adds dimensions to this otherwise light dessert.

The clear winner of the desserts is none other than the Fresh Mint Vanilla Panna Cotta with Mixed Berries and Raspberry Sauce (S$14). The Panna Cotta itself was as wobbly as a good Panna Cotta should be, and the fragrance of the mint was refreshing without being over-powering. This is a nice palate cleanser for your hearty meal.

It was a really splendid experience at Alkaff Mansion Ristorante, and one that we will not soon forget. It is little wonder this place is so popular among couples for wedding ceremonies and dinners, and yes, it is an ideal romantic dining location indeed.

For the latest updates, go to www.alkaff.com.sg, like Alkaff Mansion Ristorante on Facebook and Instagram.

Alkaff Mansion Ristorante
10 Telok Blangah Green
Singapore 109178
Reservations: +65 6510 3068
Events: +65 6510 1010
Mon to Fri: 11.30am – 3.00pm, 6pm – 11.00pm
Sat & Sun: 11.30am – 3.00pm, 6pm – 11.00pm
Nearest Station: Harbourfront or Telok Blangah

This post is brought to you by Alkaff Mansion Ristorante.

Be it a simple thank you note, or getting recommendations of new places to eat in Singapore, it makes my day when I receive emails from everyone.

Here are the 5 frequently asked questions that I get on my food blog:

“You are always making me hungry!”

1. Where can I find a cheap and good buffet in Singapore?

I’m afraid there isn’t any cheap and good buffet. The good ones are usually quite expensive, read my list of Buffet Restaurants in Singapore.

2. What camera are you using, and how can I improve my photography?

I’ve written a post on my food photography equipment. The only way to improve your photography is to practise more. Do read my post on basic food photography tips.

3. Can you recommend me a suitable restaurant for throwing birthday parties?

Take a look at my list of Birthday Party Venues in Singapore. For a romantic yet simple dinner, read: Best Cafes in Singapore, and Romantic Restaurants with a view.

4. What are the things you must-do in Singapore?

For a start, read my post on 10 Things to do in Singapore. You must also eat all the hawker food from places like Chomp Chomp and Old Airport Road Market. Do not leave Singapore without trying chilli crabs, chicken rice, and kaya toast.

5. Where can I find your review of ___ restaurant?

To find a particular restaurant review on my food blog. Google “ladyironchef __ restaurant” (where __ refers to name of restaurant).

There’s another method. Click on the INDEX page which is located at the top right hand corner. It is a list of all the restaurants categorised from A to Z.

The easiest way to reach me is via twitter. I’ll be happy to give you some suggestions on where to go for dinner, just drop me a tweet (make sure your account is not locked).

The title Birthday Party Venues in Singapore says it all. Since I get emails every day asking me for recommendations, I might as well come up with a list of suitable Restaurants for Birthday Party Celebration.

Here’s my list of Birthday Party Venues in Singapore:

Having headache on where to go for your upcoming 21st Birthday Party? Planning for your friend’s surprise Birthday Party? Need some budget Birthday Party Ideas? Or if you want to know where is the best restaurant to throw a fancy Birthday Party — read on!

By the way, you can also use this list of restaurants for: Party Venues Ideas, Wedding Solemnisation Restaurant Venues, Hens Night Venues, restaurants for Business/Corporate Luncheon venues, and Kids Friendly Restaurants for birthday parties.

BIRTHDAY PARTY VENUES UNDER $30/PAX

With a Pinch of Salt

If you are looking for a place to throw a Birthday Party for your child, With a Pinch of Salt cafe may just be the right place. They have several buffet packages starting from $15/pax nett to $21/pax nett.

For enquiries on event venues, email: eat@withapinchofsalt.com.sg

297 Tanjong Katong Road
Tel: +65 6348 2297

The Garden Slug

“I need ideas and suitable venues for my 21st Birthday Party“.

The Garden Slug is a nice cafe to celebrate your birthday or have a nice private dinner with a group of friends. For five main dishes and one dessert, The Garden Slug charges $30/pax nett (minimum 20 guests).

Should you need extra entertainment, they can also arrange for entertainers, roving photographers, balloon twisters, magicians etc.

For enquiries on event venues, email: sophia@thegardenslug.com

55 Lorong L Telok Kurau
#01-59/61 Bright Centre
Tel: +65 6346 0504

BIRTHDAY PARTY VENUES FOR $30-$50/PAX

Basillico Italian Restaurant

Looking for a buffet restaurant to pig-out and have a big feast? Basilico Italian Restaurant at The Regent Singapore is one of the best cheapest buffets in Singapore at just $40++/pax for the Saturday Lunch Buffet.

The only catch is that you must throw your birthday party on a Saturday lunch. Reservations are required in advance, the buffet is extremely popular.

1 Cuscaden Road Level 2
The Regent Singapore Singapore
Tel: +65 6725 3232

Dallas Restaurant & Bar

Situated at the end of Boat Quay, Dallas Restaurant has a 10 items Canepe Menu at $35++/pax. Otherwise, you can go for the 4 course dinner menu at $40++/pax. Dallas is a good option if you are looking for a place to have a casual corporate cocktail party.

31 Boat Quay
Boat Quay Conservation area
Tel: 6532 2131

For enquiries on event venues, email: enquiries@Dallas.sg

Sabio Spanish Tapas Bar

Sabio is one of the newest Spanish Tapas Bar & Restaurant in Singapore. Housed within a shop house on Duxton Hill, it has been designed to represent an authentic tapas bar in Spain.

Depending on the number of guests who are attending the Birthday Party, Sabio will decide whether they will provide the whole space or just reserve tables in a corner of the restaurant. Prices range from $8-18 for a tapas, $22 for the Chicken & Seafood Paella, and $6-8 for desserts.

5 Duxton Hill Singapore
Tel: +65 6223 4645

Standing Sushi Bar

How about a Japanese Food Party?

For $35++/pax, Standing Sushi Bar provides a buffet style party with appetisers, seven kinds of sushi, three different Robatayaki skewers, two Agemono (fried) items, Udon and free flow of green tea.

I don’t know about you, but I think having Japanese food is a great Birthday Party idea. To get the whole space at Standing Sushi Bar 8Q SAM, you need a minimum of 30 guests. Their maximum capacity is 75 people.

For enquiries on event venues, email: eat@standingsushibar.com

8 Queen Street #01-03 Singapore
Tel: +65 6333 1335

BIRTHDAY PARTY VENUES FOR $50-$100/PAX

Graze Restaurant

The new Graze at 38 Martin Road (first photo of this post) has two intimate private dining rooms can seat 22 and 26 people respectively. There are 3 Private Dinner Menu options: $65++ per pax, $75++ per pax and $85++ per pax.

There is also a drinks package available for $50++ per pax that includes 2 hours free flow of Oxford Landing Chardonnay, Oxford Landing Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz, Singha draught beer, soft drinks and juices.

For enquiries on event venues, email: info@graze.sg

38 Martin Road
Tel: +65 6509 1680

Prive Bakery Cafe Bar

Located just 3 minutes drive away from Harborfront, Prive Bakery Cafe Bar at Keppel Island is a gorgeous place for brunch, desserts or drinks. If you are planning to throw a Christmas party for a group of friends (less than 50 pax), call them 3-4 days in advance to make a reservation. For exclusive events and special menus (like Canapés, Buffets), they need a minimum of 50 guests.

For enquiries on event venues, email: rae@prive.com.sg

2 Keppel Bay Vista
GF Marina @ Keppel Bay
Tel: +65 6776 0777

Zsofi Tapas Bar

Thinking of throwing a Birthday Party with some drinks and tapas for a group of friends? Little India may not be the place where you have in mind, but trust me, Zsofi Tapas Bar serves affordable and good Spanish food, and they are definitely a cool place for a nights out. Prices vary for different requirement, but to give you a better idea what to expect: a basic party package (min 30 pax) comes at $50 per guest for 3 drinks & 3 tapas.

For enquiries on event venues, email: janice@tapasbar.com.sg

68 Dunlop Street Singapore
Tel: +65 6297 5875

BIRTHDAY PARTY VENUES FOR $100/PAX UPWARDS

Forlino Restaurant

Be it private or corporate dinner, weddings and solemnizations, Forlino is the ideal choice. For the exclusive use of the whole restaurant, there are certain booking charges. Otherwise, Forlino does not require any minimum spending for the use of its private dining rooms.

To book the private dining rooms (the Gaia private room for 12 guests and the Serena private room for 22 guests) for your party, the Italian restaurant has several set lunch ($68++/pax) and dinner menus ($88++/pax to $138++/pax) available.

I think Forlino is a good place to have your Hens Night Party. There’s nothing more sexy than Italian Food to celebrate the occasion.

For enquiries on event venues, email: anna@il-lido.com

1 Fullerton Road
#02-06 One Fullerton
Tel: +65 6877 6995

Salt Grill & Sky Bar

Looking for a restaurant with a good view in Singapore? Salt Grill & Sky Bar at level 55 of Ion Orchard is the perfect place to have an intimate birthday dinner with your loved ones. Prices start at $140/pax for the degustation menu.

2 Orchard Turn Level 55 & 56
ION Orchard Singapore
Tel: +65 6592 5118

Waku Ghin

If money is not an issue, I’d definitely go to Waku Ghin at Marina Bay Sands. At $400 per person for the degustation menu, Waku Ghin is all about the complete dining experience, this is not just an ordinary meal.

10 Bayfront Avenue #L2-02
Casino Level 2 Marina Bay Sands Singapore
Tel: +65 6688 8507

Hopefully this list will help you find the perfect Birthday Party Venue, and I will get less emails asking me for recommendations (JUST KIDDING). If you need any help, feel free to reach me at bradleyfk@gmail.com

In the coming weeks, I will be coming up with different lists of romantic restaurants for Wedding Venues and Hens Night Party. Oh ya, don’t forget to get the best cake in Singapore for your birthday party! Have a good weekend.