Man Fu Yuan at InterContinental Singapore is renowned for serving up excellent Cantonese fare with a bold and modern approach. Having won several accolades including the prestigious ‘Best Asian Restaurants Award’ by The Straits Times and Lian He Zao Bao, this established restaurant presents a selection of perennial favourites from fresh seafood to delicately hand-crafted dim sum.

Expect nothing less from the culinary team this Lunar New Year.

Let your senses take flight as you embark on a flavour trip with one of the 5 festive menus (Prosperity, Success, Abundance, Harmony and Fortune)—all curated and handcrafted by Executive Chef Eric Neo and his team of experienced chefs. Available until 2 March 2018, the menus include auspicious highlights available from S$118++ per guest.

We recently experienced the culinary highlights of the prix-fixe menus for ourselves. It was a memorable lunch and it reminded us once again why Man Fu Yuan remains as one of the finest dining destinations for all who enjoy an authentic Cantonese feast in Singapore.

TREASURES YU SHENG

All Chinese New Year meals begin with a round of lo hei. Welcome the festivities with a toss to a prosperous year ahead with Chef Eric’s new creation—the Prosperity Yu Sheng that can be found in the Success Menu (S$188++ per guest) and the Harmony Menu (S$1388++ for 10 guests) which features Hokkaido scallops, salmon, and Sake Goma sesame dressing.

Those looking for a more indulgent celebration can opt for the Fortune Menu (S$2888++ for 10 guests) which features abalone in addition to the two other fresh seafood options.

DOUBLE-BOILED CHICKEN SOUP 

When it comes to culinary technique and traditional Chinese cooking flavours, few execute both as flawlessly as Chef Eric. The Double-boiled Chicken Soup with fish maw, bamboo pith and Matsutake mushrooms is a fine example of his culinary prowess in a bowl—fine, flavourful and pleasantly balanced.

In making this soup, pork bones are boiled for four hours to extract the rich flavours and goodness, and rare fresh Matsutake mushrooms are then added along with the other ingredients to impart umami to the broth. This hearty soup is crafted to delight through its delicate yet robust aroma and flavour which not only left us in total awe, but our souls wanting more.

This glorious soup can be found in both the Abundance Menu (S$1188++ for 10 guests) and the Harmony Menu (S$1388++ for 10 guests).

MAN FU YUAN ABUNDANCE TREASURE POT

A household staple during Chinese New Year, Pen Cai is essentially a claypot filled to the brim with goodies such as premium seafood, pork, chicken, vegetables and more, it is a one-dish-wonder that will no doubt impress.

At Man Fu Yuan, the traditional Pen Cai—otherwise known here as the Man Fu Yuan Abundance Treasure Pot which is available on the Fortune Menu (S$2888++ for 10 guests), as a á la carte order, or as a takeaway—is amped up with a total of 18 indulgent ingredients. Expect to find prized delicacies such as 10-head whole abalone, Canadian lobster, Hokkaido scallop, live prawns, pig’s trotter, dried oyster and many more delectable ingredients within.

STEAMED LOBSTER WITH CHINESE WINE & EGG WHITE

Tender, fresh and accented with a punchy yet aromatic wine aroma, the Steamed Lobster with Chinese Wine & Egg White is a stellar dish that is well worth the expense. The egg white provides a nice richness to the dish and also acts as a sponge to absorb all that delicious sauce.

Remarkably ambrosial, this lobster dish is unlike any other lobster dish that we have tried before and is a true testament to the saying that if you have fresh ingredients, the simplest preparation will yield the best results.

STEAMED TIGER GAROUPA WITH MUSHROOMS & CHINESE HAM

A steamed whole fish is always a delight on any Chinese table, and it’s almost always served at holiday meals and special occasions. This is especially true for Cantonese families during the Lunar New Year.

The Steamed Tiger Garoupa with Mushrooms and Chinese Ham is a dish that is sure to please. The fish is tender and moist, with the Chinese ham imparting a savoury and somewhat creamy aftertaste to complement the fish’s naturally sweet taste.

GLUTINOUS RICE WITH BONELESS CHICKEN IN LOTUS LEAF

Yet another family favourite, we were awestruck by the Glutinous Rice with Boneless Chicken in Lotus Leaf (S$68++)—available as a á la carte dish and in their takeaway menu—not just because of the richness of flavours in the dish, but in the way that the dish was presented to us.

Before going ahead with the first bite, we were first greeted with a whiff of the warm spices and herbs which made the dish all the more appetising. Chef Eric also shared with us that the chicken is first deboned, stuffed with chestnuts, mushrooms and gingko nuts and deep-fried, before the entire bird is wrapped with fragrant glutinous rice and lotus leaf then steamed to impart a secondary level of flavour to the dish.

DOUBLE-BOILED HASHIMA IN WHOLE COCONUT

Last but most certainly not the least is the Double-boiled Hashima in Whole Coconut.

A sweet dessert soup comprising dried longans, lotus seeds, red dates and hashima, this dessert is the best way to end off the glorious meal with its nourishing ingredients and refreshing taste.

CHINESE NEW YEAR TAKEAWAY GOODIES

If you’ve planned for a feast at home,  InterContinental Singapore has got you covered with a delightful array of Chinese New Year goodies for takeaways that are ideal as gifts or for celebrations at home.

Until  2 March 2018, guests may select from a showcase of highlights such as the Man Fu Yuan Abundance Treasure Pot (S$398nett), and the Triple Happiness (S$598nett) feast comprising three of Man Fu Yuan’s signature dishes that are ideal for up to 10 guests.

Convey your well-wishes with the Opulence Gift Hamper (S$398nett) that features delicacies such as Superior Bird’s Nest, Abalone, Riondo Sesto Senso Prosecco, home-made Pineapple Tarts, Almond Cookies and Nian Gao.

For reservations, enquiries or to place an order, please call 6825 1131, email sinhb-festive@ihg.com, or visit InterContinentalShoppe.sg.

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Man Fu Yuan
Level 2, InterContinental Singapore
80 Middle Road,
Singapore 188966
Tel: +65 6825 1131
Mon to Sat: 11.45am – 3pm, 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Sun: 11:30am – 3:15pm, 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Bugis

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10 at Claymore at Pan Pacific Orchard, Singapore is a popular name when it comes to value-for-money buffet spreads and this Lunar New Year, it is no exception. Capturing the flavours of both new and traditional favourites, you can expect a lavish myriad of gourmet delicacies, diners with an affinity for gourmet delicacies that capture the essence of traditionally cooked dishes are bound to be spoilt for choice.

Indulge in a selection of auspicious delicacies that have been specially curated and masterfully executed. Luxurious as the line-up is, we are giving you an opportunity to experience it all without breaking the bank. Simply quote ‘LIC-CNY’ to enjoy the indulgent feast at S$42++ for two for the à la carte set lunch and S$108++ for two for the dinner buffet.

This exclusive promotion is valid from 22 January to 28 February 2018 from Monday to Sunday and especially just for our loyal supporters, we will also be giving you 25% savings on all other à la carte dishes for lunch on weekdays.

Locals and holidaymakers will be pleased to know that while most restaurants will be closed during the Lunar New Year, 10 at Claymore will be operating as per normal—and with a bigger and better menu comprising fresh seafood on ice, a divine dessert spread as well as an array of delicious international and Chinese New Year dishes. Now, have we got your attention yet?

STEAMED COD IN SUPERIOR SOY SAUCE

Fish is often associated with wealth and abundance, which is why it is not uncommon to see fish dishes in Chinese New Year reunion meals.

Cooked and served whole, the colossal fillet of Cod is definitely one dish you should look forward to at the dinner buffet. Perfectly steamed, the fish remains delicately moist. Topped with a savoury-sweet soy sauce and garnished with a mixture of mushrooms, wolfberries and chai po (preserved turnips), we simply loved how the silky meat practically melted in our mouths.

BRAISED PORK BELLY

One of our favourites on this year’s menu is the Braised Pork Belly. Braised over a low flame for a considerable amount of time in a thick and dark soy-based sauce, the pork belly achieves pull-apart tenderness.

Boasting a plentitude of flavours from savoury, sweet and subtly spiced, this is a sure-fire winner that we guarantee you will enjoy. The meat literally melts in your mouth while the gelatine-like layer of fat adds another dimension of texture and flavour. Eaten with their charcoal bun, there really is nothing that can beat this.

EIGHT TREASURE LOTUS LEAF BROWN RICE

If you are a fan of bold flavours, we highly recommend trying the Eight Treasure Lotus Leaf Brown Rice: a traditional Chinese New Year dish.

Steamed in a massive lotus leaf, the brown rice was infused with the lotus flavour that made it incredibly fragrant. The assortment of Chinese sausages and waxed duck provided more depth and savoury taste to the dish.

DRIED OYSTER WITH FATT CHOY

For those unfamiliar with Chinese delicacies, one of the few oriental classics that is eaten almost exclusively during Chinese New Year—and one that you can look forward to on the buffet line—is fatt choy, which for the uninitiated, is basically a braised vegetable dish that typically comprises black moss (fatt choy) and dried oysters (ho see).

The name ‘Ho See Fatt Choy’ itself means to prosper in wealth in Cantonese, which is why this dish is commonly served as a symbol of good fortune at many restaurants and households.

Braised in soy and oyster sauce, the ingredients were exceptionally soft and tender.

CRABMEAT SOUP

Conceptually similar to shark fin soup, this Crabmeat Soup and Superior Fish Maw is a hearty soup to look out for in the buffet line-up.

Cooked with pumpkins and carrots—which explains the soup’s yellowish hue—this tasty soup boasts savoury and subtly sweet qualities. Expect to find premium ingredients such as crab meat, fish lips and for good measure, scallops as well.

NIAN GAO

The Sticky Rice Cake—otherwise known as nian gao in Mandarin—is an oriental sweet treat that Chinese people eat every Chinese New Year. This glutinous rice-based cake is commonly deep-fried with an egg wash (much like French toast) and the end result is an incredibly chewy cake encased in a golden crisp.

At 10 at Claymore, the chefs turn it up a notch by sandwiching the Nian Gao between a layer of regular sweet potato and purple sweet potato, to which the layered dish is battered and fried to golden perfection. Pleasantly crisp and mildly sweet, this makes for a pretty spot-on dessert item.

PROSPERITY PACIFIC YUSHENG

Keeping with the tradition of ushering in the Lunar New Year with a prosperity toss, 10 at Claymore’s Prosperity Pacific Lo Hei makes for a perfect entrée with its bed of fresh julienned carrots, radish, lettuce, cucumber and pomelo. A sweet plum sauce is drizzled over the “Chinese salad” and chunks of crispy fish skin topped the dish for a medley of flavours and textures.

Every table is entitled to a complimentary serving of the Prosperity Pacific Lo Hei for both lunch and dinner with servings tailored to your party of family and friends.

BOSTON LOBSTER ON ICE

Regulars to 10 at Claymore will always look out for the Boston Lobster on Ice. Now, who can resist unlimited fresh Boston lobsters?

CANTONESE ROAST DELIGHTS & MORE

Besides Chinese New Year dishes, there is also a mouth-watering selection of Asian and Western delights to be had at the dinner buffet line-up. We are talking about authentic Chinese roast meats, fresh seafood on ice, the highly acclaimed Baked Oysters in Chillies and even our all-time-guilty-pleasure, prosciutto.

These items are on rotation and are subjected to the change and availability of seasonal produce but the quality remains consistent throughout.

À LA CARTE SET LUNCHES

Diners will get to enjoy weekday à la carte set lunches (S$28++ per adult) that comprise the Steamed Lotus ‘Lap Mei’ Brown Rice, Double Boiled Golden Fishmaw Crabmeat Broth as well as one main dish of which you have the option to choose out of a selection of 3.

Take your pick from the Traditional Steamed Cod Fish with Chicken Shredded Black Fungus, Braised Pork Belly ‘Dong Po Rou’ with Bun or Oven Roasted Chicken with Fragrant Garlic Almonds. But before your meal commences, you will first have the customary lo hei or prosperity toss that comes complimentary for each table regardless of the number of guests.

Don’t forget to quote ‘LIC-CNY’ to enjoy this all-you-can-eat indulgent feast at S$42++ for two for the à la carte set lunch and S$108++ for two for the dinner buffet. This exclusive promotion is valid from 22 January to 28 February 2018 from Monday to Sunday, and especially just for our loyal supporters, we will also be giving you 25% savings on all other à la carte dishes for lunch on weekdays.

For dining enquiries and reservations, please call +65 6831 6686 or email dining.ppsgo@panpacific.com.

**Not valid on any special occasions, the eve of public holidays or on public holidays.
**Not valid on Chinese New Year Eve, Chinese New Year Day 1 & 2.
**Not valid for any Lunch Buffets.
**Blackout and closed-out dates do apply.
**Not valid with any credit card discounts and promotions or any on-going promotions.
**Reservations are required and subject to availability.
**The hotel reserves the right to amend the promotional details without prior notice.
**The hotel reserves the right to change its seasonal items without prior notice.
**Price stated is subject to service charge and Goods and Services Tax (GST).

Dinner Buffet
22 January to 28 February 2018 (Mon to Sun)
6pm – 10.30pm: S$72++ (Adult), S$36++ (Child)

10 at Claymore
Pan Pacific Orchard, Singapore
10 Claymore Road
Tel: +65 6831 6686
Daily: 6pm – 10.30pm
Lunch 12.00pm to 2.30pm
Dinner 6pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

This post is brought to you by Pan Pacific Orchard, Singapore.

When it comes to crab and seafood buffet, our minds naturally gravitate towards Chef Low and his team at Ginger at PARKROYAL on Beach Road. Drawing inspiration from Singapore’s culturally-rich ethnic landscape, the chefs at Ginger never fail to impress us with their tantalising array of seafood offerings each time we visit.

This Lunar New Year, usher the Year of the Dog with Ginger’s value-for-money buffet that will feature Boston lobsters in its Prosperity Trio. That’s right, lobster fans will be thrilled to hear that this all-day-dining restaurant is introducing a new Prosperity Lo Hei that swaps out the traditional salmon slices with luscious chunks of Boston Lobsters.

Exclusively for the dinner buffet from 05 Feb to 02 Mar 2018, every table will enjoy one complimentary serving of the Prosperity Trio—customised to suit the number of your dinner guests. The Prosperity Trio, is a new and exciting creation by Ginger that essentially comprises lavish delights such as their Prosperity Lo Hei with Boston Lobsters, Braised Sea Treasures (Pen Cai) and Wok-Fried Lobsters in Superior Stock.

Also making their debut on the buffet line are the Golden Sea Bass with Sha Sha Sauce, Barbecued Pork Ribs in Capital Sauce and Baked River Prawns with Garlic Shoyu (available from 01 Feb to 02 Mar 2018).

Quote ‘ladyironchef x Ginger CNY’ to enjoy 25% off for both the lunch and dinner buffet. That means you only pay S$36++ per adult for the lunch buffet and S$58.50++ for the dinner buffet!

PROSPERITY LO HEI WITH BOSTON LOBSTERS

No Chinese New Year would be complete without a prosperity toss or Lo Hei. Seen at literally every reunion meal, this iconic salad dish of technicolour beauty symbolises starting the new year on a good note.

Traditionally, salmon slices are used but Ginger raises the bar this year with their Prosperity Lo Hei with Boston Lobsters that introduces luscious, plump lobster meat as well as a myriad of ingredients not commonly found in your typical yu sheng; think ingredients such as pomegranate, jellyfish, deep-fried and salmon skin.

Taking the idea of reunion dinners to a whole new level, each table will enjoy one complimentary serving of the Prosperity Trio during the dinner buffet that comprises this extravagant Lo Hei, as well as a serving of the Braised Sea Treasures and Wok-Fried Lobsters In Superior Stock—no minimum number of persons required!

BRAISED SEA TREASURES

Not many know about this, but back in the olden days, Pen Cai was a dish strictly meant for royalty—more specifically the emperor during the Song Dynasty. Now a mainstay in many Chinese restaurants, this braised treasure pot of goodness is something anyone can enjoy.

Boasting premium ingredients such as baby abalone, sea cucumber, fresh scallops, fish maw, dried oysters and wawa vegetables, Ginger’s Braised Sea Treasures is so luxurious, rich and will definitely impress everyone in the family.

WOK FRIED LOBSTERS IN SUPERIOR STOCK

The Wok Fried Lobsters in Superior Stock, (available only as part of the exclusive Prosperity Trio served during the dinner buffet), is a crustacean enthusiast’s dream come true. Fried with ginger and scallions, the plump lobsters achieve a clean and fragrant aroma that does not overpower the natural sweetness of the crustacean. Once fried to a golden shade, it is further intensified with a savoury stock.

Each piece of lobster that we had was tender and oozing with savoury flavours. On the outside, you get a mildly caramelised exterior with subtle hints of wok hei and on the inside, the flesh was still soft and sweet.

GOLDEN SEA BASS WITH SHA SHA SAUCE

Given the expertise of our friend, Executive Chef Low Hoe Kiat, in Asian cooking, Ginger will offer a wide variety of traditional delicacies to usher in the auspicious year. Debuting on the buffet line is the Golden Sea Bass with Sha Cha Sauce which is deep-fried whole.

The deep-fried fish boasts a crispy exterior and delicate meat that is brought to life with the addition of the savoury sha sha sauce—a traditional Teochew condiment comprising soybean oil, garlic, shallots, chilis, and dried shrimp.

BARBECUED PORK RIBS IN CAPITAL SAUCE

If there was any way to describe perfection in a bite, their Barbecued Pork Ribs in Capital Sauce would be it. Sticky, sweet and complete with a charred and smoky quality, this lean pork rib is hands down, a winner in our book.

BAKED RIVER PRAWNS WITH GARLIC SHOYU

One of the newer highlights of Ginger’s extensive buffet spread is Chef Low’s signature Baked River Prawns with Garlic Shoyu, a tantalising treat that boasts succulent textures in every bite. The garlic and shoyu combination play a profound role in this dish which complements the natural sweetness of the river prawns excellently.

BRAISED SEA CUCUMBER WITH TREASURES

Another new addition to the buffet line-up is the new Braised Sea Cucumber with Treasures that features sumptuous and chunky braised sea cucumber, pork belly and vegetables. Although we are not huge fans of sea cucumber, we must say that the ones here are braised beautifully.

Last but most certainly not least, is this stellar fried chicken dish that is bound to have you going back for seconds or even thirds. Lightly battered and fried whole, the chicken is insanely crispy with a flavour closely resembling that of our favourite Har Cheong Gai.

Don’t forget to quote ‘ladyironchef x Ginger CNY’ to enjoy 25% savings for both the dinner and lunch buffet. That means you only pay S$36++ per adult for the lunch buffet and S$58.50++ for the dinner buffet.

Terms and conditions:

**Offer is valid from 5 February to 2 March 2018.
**Offer is valid from Mondays to Sundays.
**Offer is not valid during Eve of and on Day of Public Holidays.
**Blackout dates on 15 February 2018, 16 February 2018 and 17 February 2018 apply.
**Prior reservation is highly recommended and subject to availability.
**Offer cannot be combined with any other promotions, offers or vouchers.
**Prices are subject to service charge and Goods and Services Tax (GST).
**Prosperity Trio is served exclusively during the dinner buffet.
**Prosperity Trio is customised to suit the number of guests per table and limited to one serving only.
**The hotel reserves the right to amend promotional details without prior notice.

Chinese New Year Lunch Buffet
5 February  to 2 March 2018
Mon to Fri: Adult S$48++, Child S$24++
15 February 2018 (Eve of CNY): Adult S$68++, Child S$34++
16 & 17 February 2018 (1st & 2nd day of CNY): Adult S$68++, Child S$34++

Chinese New Year Dinner Buffet
5 February  to 2 March 2018
Mon to Fri: Adult S$78++, Child S$39++
15 February 2018 (Eve of CNY): Adult S$98++, Child S$49++
16 & 17 February 2018 (1st & 2nd day of CNY): Adult S$78++, Child S$39++

Ginger
PARKROYAL on Beach Road
7500 Beach Road
Singapore 199591
For reservations: +65 6505 5710 or dining.prsin@parkroyalhotels.com
Daily: 6pm – 10.00pm
Nearest Stations: Bugis / Nicoll Highway

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