It is the time of the year again and we are ready to party with homegrown bistro The Marmalade Pantry’s festive takeaway goodies.

With the pandemic, we won’t be able to have huge parties at home but this doesn’t mean we are going to be deprived of our favourite Christmas food. It has become a norm for our family to host our family at home with The Marmalade Pantry’s roast turkey and their other takeaway goodies, and this year will be no different for us.

Pre-order with MasterCard^® by 30 November 2020 to enjoy 15% off your festive à la carte orders. Place your order online here.

From the classic roast turkey to one of the best stuffings we’ve tried, winter vegetables and garlic mash, The Marmalade Pantry’s Christmas takeaway goodies is a “tradition” for our family and here’s why you should order them for your house parties too!

TRADITIONAL WHOLE ROASTED TURKEY AND STUFFING

What is Christmas without a good turkey? The Marmalade Pantry’s Traditional Whole Roasted Turkey with Fresh Herbs (5kg/ S$128+) is a must-order, you know that. It is the centrepiece for every table at Christmas parties, and The Marmalade Pantry’s rendition is a classic but hearty one.

Rubbed with a house blend of seasonings together with garlic, rosemary and thyme, then slathered in butter, the festive bird is super yummy. Catch a whiff of the aromatic herbs upon cutting the turkey, and the meat is tender and moist. The turkey comes with a serving of homemade gravy and cranberry sauce, but it’s really otherwise good on its own.

But for the best taste, enjoy the turkey with the Traditional Stuffing (0.4kg/ S$24+). This is easily one of the best stuffings we’ve ever tried! With multi-grain bread prepared with fresh carrots and celery and heaps of fresh herbs, enjoy your festive bird with The Marmalade Pantry’s Traditional Stuffing for a total gastronomic delight. The flavours are aromatic and wonderful beyond reproach.

MAPLE AND CLOVE GLAZED GAMMON HAM

Turkey alone isn’t enough, of course. Why stop at one when you can have turkey AND ham?

The Marmalade Pantry’s Maple and Clove Glazed Gammon Ham (3kg/ S$128+) is one flavoursome treat that is a nice blend of savoury and sweet. The boneless Gammon ham is glazed with maple syrup and studded with cloves for an elevated aroma. We had numerous helpings of the ham!

And here’s a tip: cut the ham into cubes, then stir-fry it with a tomato paste and serve it with pasta for a homely treat.

SL0W-ROASTED BEEF RIBEYE

There is also the Slow-Roasted Beef Ribeye (1kg/ S$98+) that is a necessary item on your dining table. Tender ribeye is smothered in rosemary, thyme, black pepper and sea salt. The richness of the beef and the layers of seasoning shone through the tender slab of beef that’s roasted to a beautiful medium.  It is served with a house-made black pepper sauce.

MOROCCAN LAMB RACK

If you are a fan of game meat, go for the Moroccan Lamb Rack (0.6kg/ S$75+). The rack is seasoned with rosemary and what they call The Marmalade Pantry’s Moroccan Rub, which is really a medley of spices such as coriander, cumin, chilli powder, paprika, cinnamon and black pepper. It is an explosion of flavours in your mouth, to say the least. The tender rack is so well seasoned that it musks the typical unpleasant gamey smell.

ROASTED CHICKEN WITH ROSEMARY AND FRESH HERBS

There is also the crowd-pleasing Roasted Chicken with Rosemary and Fresh Herbs (2kg/ S$42+) that is always enjoyed by both old and young in our family. Featuring a whole juicy chicken rubbed with a house blend spice mix, this simple but very delicious poultry is an alternative for those who do not prefer heavy roasts such as beef and lamb. Prepared with lots of garlic, rosemary and thyme, it is healthy and easy on the palate – just what the kids in every Christmas party need.

THE MARMALADE MAC & CHEESE

Need more “fillers” for your dining table? The Marmalade Pantry’s festive menu includes an array of sides such as Roasted Winter Vegetables and Garlic Mash. They are so good, and are as important as the mains!

For one, The Marmalade Mac & Cheese (0.5kg/ S$24+) is such a stellar item that we would eat it as a main on its own. Al dente Macherroni is folded with cream, truffle butter, and three kinds of cheese—cheddar, Parmesan and mozzarella. The end result is a luxurious mix, and we promise this will be one of the best Mac & Cheese you’ve ever eaten.

GARLIC MASH

Something we always order multiple servings of every year is the Garlic Mash (0.5kg/ S$24+). This crowd’s favourite is prepared with creamy potatoes infused with garlic. Creamy and buttery, it is seasoned with sea salt.

ROASTED WINTER VEGETABLES

Don’t forget to also try the Roasted Winter Vegetables (0.5kg/ S$24+). Cubes of butternut squash, purple sweet potatoes and parsnips are lightly charred and seasoned with thyme and honey to bring out the natural sweetness of the vegetables.

CHRISTMAS LOG CAKES

For sweet endings, we’ve got the Truffle Chocolate Log Cake (1kg/ S$65+). Featuring a chocolate sponge roll with a chocolate crème center, this decadent treat is one for the chocolate lovers.

For a locally-inspired pick, go for the well-loved Pandan Gula Melaka Log Cake (1kg/ S$65+). It is a familiar taste of local flavours, with layers of moist pandan sponge cake rolled with light buttercream and topped with gula Melaka-infused coconut flakes.

HOW TO ORDER THE MARMALADE PANTRY’S FESTIVE GOODIES

The Season of Gifting 2020 festive menu is available only online and at The Marmalade Pantry Downtown and Novena outlets.

Spend S$120 nett and above to receive a complimentary jute bag worth S$38 (while stocks last). Also, pre-order with MasterCard^® by 30 November 2020 to enjoy 15% off your festive à la carte orders.

Shop online at delivery.themarmaladepantry.com.sg

NOVENA
#01-02/04, Oasia Hotel Novena
8 Sinaran Drive, Singapore 307470
T: +65 6664 0348
Opening Hours: 11.30am to 10.30pm

TANJONG PAGAR
#01-01, Oasia Hotel Downtown
100 Peck Seah Street, Singapore 079333
T: +65 6385 0741
Opening Hours: 11.30am to 10.30pm

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Christmas and the New Year are less than a month away and we are all hyped up for the celebrations and elaborate feasts that await. Whether you’re looking to dine out or throw your own Christmas party in the comfort of your own home, there is only Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel that we can confidently rely on to guarantee us a memorable year-end experience.

In this season of good tidings, Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel invites you to relax and indulge yourselves with a line-up of spellbinding and gastronomic experiences.

With lavish festive buffets at the Marriott Cafe, scrumptious Yuletide takeaway goodies as well a snazzy countdown party to usher in the new year, Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel is definitely your one-stop place to treat yourself this year end; you deserve it!

LAVISH FESTIVE BUFFETS AT MARRIOTT CAFE 

Treat yourself and your loved ones to a feast fit for a king by bringing them for a swoon-worthy festive lunch/dinner buffets at Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel’s Marriott Cafe. Their glorious spread is something that we never fail to look forward to year after year, especially so with their assurance of exceptional quality food.

Christmas would not be Christmas without your perennial classics. Here at Marriott Cafe, tuck into their array of hearty roasts such as Roast Turkey with Chestnut Bread Stuffing; Slow-roasted Australian Beef; Roast Duck Breast with Apricot and Orange Glaze and more. For Christmas Eve and day, you will also be able to feast on Bourbon & Honey Glazed Leg Ham; Pan-Fried Duck Foie Gras; Slow-Roasted Australian Beef Prime Ribs, and more.

Seafood aficionados will also be pleased to know that they have a wide range of fresh and grilled seafood available for you to stuff yourselves silly. There is your usual fresh seafood on ice as well as the highly raved grilled favourites such as Lobster Thermidor; Oyster Florentine; Crayfish with Chilli Herb Butter as well as Grilled Scallops with Salsa Verde.

End your feast on a sweet note with their stunning variety of decadent Yuletide treats that are available at their dessert station. Get ready to pamper yourself your sweet tooth with goodies such as Raspberry Gula Melaka Coconut Log Cake; White Forest Bûche de Noël; Christmas Pudding with Rum-infused Sauce and Raspberry Crumble with Rum Infused Fruits.

So what are you waiting for? Put a hold on your diets and head down to Marriott Cafe for an unforgettable feast!

NYE COUNTDOWN WITH SINGAPORE MARRIOTT TANG PLAZA HOTEL

What better way to usher in the New Year than with a bang at Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel’s stellar New Year’s Eve Countdown Party?

Look forward to a hearty dinner buffet with highlights such as Fresh Seafood On Ice, Charcuterie and Cheese, Slow-roasted Australian Beef Prime Ribs, Maple-Glazed Leg Ham, International crowd-favourites and more. When you’re done with the feasting, party amidst the vibrant atmosphere and mesmerizing beats of acoustic jazz, Top 40s and classics by A-list bands as you await the arrival of the New Year.

GLORIOUS YULETIDE GOODIES AND HAMPERS 

If you prefer celebrating the festive season in the comfort of your own home, fret not as Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel will add a touch of class to your festive revelries with sumptuous takeaway festive goodies.

Choose from a scintillating selection of Yuletide goodies where classic, quintessential dishes are prepared with a twist to provide you with a memorable, gastronomic experience.

One new menu item you should definitely look forward to is their Lavender Roast Turkey with Orange, Apple & Cinnamon Stuffing (4.5 – 5kg, S$198 nett) which puts a unique twist on the usual Christmas turkey.

We love roasts and no Christmas party is complete without a good array of roasted delights. Some of the few offered here are their Honey & Clove Glazed Ham (Boneless) with Cinnamon Pineapple Sauce (2 – 3kg, S$168 nett); Rosemary Roast Lamb Leg (Bone-in) with Mint Demi-Glace (2.5 – 3kg, S$188 nett) as well as Baked Salt Crusted Whole Snapper with Salsa Verde (1.5kg, S$138 nett).

Some of the desserts available for takeaway are the Raspberry Gula Melaka Coconut Log Cake (1kg, S$68 nett); White Forest Bûche de Noël (1kg, S$68 nett); Roasted Pistachio Cream Cheese Log Cake (1kg, S$68 nett) and Tiramisu Bûche de Noël (1kg, S$68 nett).

From 22 November to 25 December 2018, these Yuletide goodies are available for takeaway at www.singaporemarriott.com/christmas or at Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel’s Forecourt Stall (by the hotel entrance). Orders have to be placed at least 3 working days in advance.

Marriott Cafe Festive Buffet Lunch (1 – 23, 26 – 30 December 2018)
Mon to Sat: S$68++ per adult, S$35++ per child
Sun: S$78++* per adult, S$38++ per child

Marriott Cafe Festive Buffet Dinner (1 – 23, 26 – 30 December 2018)
Sun to Wed: S$80++ per adult, S$40++ per child
Thu: S$108++** per adult, S$44++ per child
Fri & Sat: S$88++ per adult, S$44++ per child

Marriott Cafe Christmas Eve Festive Buffet (24 Dec 2018)
Dinner: S$160++*** per adult, S$70++ per child

Marriott Cafe Christmas Day Festive Buffet (25 Dec 2018)
Lunch: S$138++**** per adult, S$60++ per child,
Dinner: S$160++*** per adult, S$70++ per child,

*Inclusive of free flow of juices and soft drinks
^Inclusive of free flow sparkling wines, beers & juices
**Inclusive of free flow sparkling wines, red & white wines, beer, juices & soft drinks
***Inclusive of free flow of sparkling wines, red & white wines, beer, cocktails & juices
****Inclusive of free flow of sparkling wines, red & white wines, beer, mocktails & juices

New Year’s Eve Buffet & Countdown (31 December 2018)
Dinner: S$188++** per adult, S$88++* per child

**Inclusive of free flow of champagne, red & white wines, beer & soft drinks

All prices stated above are subject to 10% service charge and 7% Goods & Services Tax (GST) unless otherwise stated.

Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel
320 Orchard Road
Singapore 238865
Dining Reservations: +65 6831 4605 / www.singaporemarriott.com/christmas
Festive Goodies Preorders: +65 6831 4708 / www.singaporemarriott.com/christmas
Nearest Station: Orchard

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We have dined at Ginger at PARKROYAL on Beach Road many times but they always manage to get us excited for our next trip back. When looking for an affordable buffet place that suits the dynamics of a multi-generational family or a diverse group of friends, Ginger at PARKROYAL on Beach Road will, without doubt, be on top of our list.

Drawing inspiration from Singapore’s culturally-rich enclaves with many dishes being heavily influenced by Asian flavours and helmed by their new Executive Chef Vincent Aw, expect a wide range of new, exciting dishes that are perfect for your Christmas feasting.

From 1st December 2018 to 1st January 2019, a sumptuous Christmas feast certainly awaits you here at Ginger, so put your diets on hold and get ready for the season of feasting!  What’s more, our readers can quote ‘ladyironchef‘ upon making reservation to enjoy this lavish buffet spread at 25% discount from 1st December 2018 to 1st January 2019 (exclude blackout dates), and 15% discount on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day.

TRADITIONAL WHOLE ROASTED TURKEY

Christmas is not Christmas without a classic roast turkey. Ginger’s Traditional Whole Roasted Turkey is served with Cranberries and Pan Jus. The exterior of the turkey had a good, crisp roast to it and the meat was surprisingly pretty tender and moist.

Served with a savoury giblet sauce at the side which really enhanced the flavour of the turkey and added a nice savoury element to it.

HONEY-GLAZED HAM WITH ORIENTAL SALSA

Another quintessential festive centrepiece we cannot do without is ham. Though Ginger’s rendition may not be the grandest of sorts in terms of appearance, the sweet and smoky notes were pretty distinct.

ROAST BEEF

Among the multitude of roasts available at the carving station is a giant hunk of roast beef. Ginger has put an interesting twist on the classic festive roast; the beef was covered in a layer of crispy breadcrumbs, giving the meat a nice, crisp exterior.

ROCK LOBSTERS BOUILLABAISSE

Besides their array of yuletide whole roasts, Ginger’s buffet line-up also includes a variety of other dishes that will only be available exclusively during their festive season.

One of which would be their luxurious Rock Lobster Bouillabaisse—cooked upon order, what you can expect is naturally sweet and succulent lobster flesh that goes hand-in-hand with the umami bouillabaisse sauce doused all over it. Treat yourself to as many as you can stomach!

FESTIVE BUFFET LINE-UP

The feasting doesn’t stop there; there is an abundance of other dishes for you to dig into if you still have room left in your stomach. From fresh seafood on ice to satay that is grilled right before your eyes, there is definitely something for everyone.

Also part of their festive buffet is the Seafood Mac and Cheese, Spanish Pork Casserole with Paprika and Pan-Seared Halibut with Mussels and Saffron Cream.

Do note that these items are on a rotational basis and are subject to changes.

BARBECUED AND GRILLED DELIGHTS

Ginger will also be showcasing various culinary styles that Singaporean would likely be familiar with. Look forward to items such as Grilled Scallop with Yuzu and Shoyu, Hawaiian Pizza, Assorted Satays and Grilled Sambal Stingray.

We would like to give a special mention to their Scallops and Grilled Stingray. The scallops were incredibly plump and absolutely divine; they may be some of the best-grilled scallops that we’ve had in a while. The very tender stingrays, on the other hand, were grilled in a fragrant sambal marinate that was delightfully sweet, tangy and spicy all at once.

SEAFOOD ON ICE

Unlimited plates of fresh seafood is never a bad idea. Indulge in Ginger’s array of fresh seafood which includes mussels, clams and sweet, plump prawns.

FAMOUS CHILLI CRAB 

How could we forget their famous chilli crab? This much-loved Singaporean classic is a staple dish at any buffet spread here at Ginger. We are obsessed with its luscious, rich gravy that is the perfect blend of sweet, savoury and spicy. The silky egg that is stirred into the sauce also elevates the dish up a notch and gives the concoction and even creamier texture.

Complete the meal by dunking some golden fried mantous into that decadent sauce and have those plump, soft buns soak up all that sinful gravy. ‘Tis the season for indulgence; it’s worth it!

ROUND YOUR FEAST UP ON A SWEET NOTE

Now, no matter how stuffed you are after all that feasting, be sure to grab some of their sweet treats to round off your meal.

You can expect to find a range of assorted Christmas Cookies, Fruit Cakes alongside their signature Gula Melaka Log Cake with Coconut Flakes.

We are fans of the Gula Melaka Log Cake with Coconut Flakes—the sponge and cream layers are not overly sweet just the way we like it while the coconut flakes added an extra crunch to the sweet treat and it is truly the best way to end our feast on a good note.

FESTIVE PORK KNUCKLES WITH DRIED CHILLIES AND PEPPERCORNS FOR TAKEAWAY

If you’re planning to spend your Christmas in the comfort of your own home, you can opt for their catering option to help you ease the preparation for your Christmas dinner.

Available as part of PARKROYAL On Beach Road’s festive takeaway and courtesy of Si Chuan Dou Hua, the Festive Pork Knuckles with Dried Chillies and Peppercorns is available for takeaway. Unapologetically piquant and peppery, this sure isn’t for the faint-hearted!

The Festive Pork Knuckles with Dried Chillies and Peppercorns is available for takeaway at S$58 nett.

Takeaway orders can be made via email to dining.prsin@parkroyalhotels.com or at +65 6505 5710. Advance orders of three working days are required for festive takeaway items.

As mentioned, quote ‘ladyironchef’ upon making reservation to enjoy this lavish buffet spread at 25% discount from 1st December 2018 to 1st January 2019 (exclude blackout dates), and 15% discount on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day (the full payment must be made before 20 December 2018).

Festive Lunch (12pm – 2.30pm)
Mondays to Fridays: Adults S$58++, Children S$29++
Saturdays & Sundays: Adults S$68++, Children S$34++
24, 31 December 2018 & 01 January 2019: Adults S$68++, Children S$34++
25 December 2018: Adults S$88++, Children S$44++

Festive Dinner (6pm – 10pm)
Mondays to Thursdays: Adults S$78++, Children S$39++
Fridays to Sundays: Adults S$88++, Children S$44++
24 & 31 December 2018: Adults S$98++, Children S$49++
25 December 2018: Adults S$88++, Children S$44++
01 January 2019: Adults S$68++, Children S$34++

GINGER
PARKROYAL on Beach Road
7500 Beach Road
Singapore 199591
Daily: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 10pm
For reservations: +65 6505 5710 or dining.prsin@parkroyalhotels.com
Nearest Stations: Bugis/ Nicoll Highway

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Should we have to name one restaurant in Singapore that constantly pushes boundaries in terms of both variety and quality, Edge at Pan Pacific Singapore would be it.

Time and time again, Edge has proven itself to be an epitome of unfaltering quality and we wholeheartedly trust them to provide the best and only the best for all our special, important events.

This festive season, revel in a merry splendour over at Edge, where multiple glorious wintertime roasts will be part of their buffet line-up alongside 7 live stations, 18 varieties of artisanal cheeses, a plethora of Asian and Pacific delicacies on top of an entire room dedicated to desserts to round it all off. And not to be missed is their life-sized gingerbread house that is constructed entirely out of real, edible gingerbread.

Happening from 12 November 2018 until New Year’s Eve, this buffet only gets better—our readers may quote ‘ladyironchef’ upon making a reservation to enjoy 20% off Festive Lunch and Dinner Buffet from 19 November 2018 to 30 December 2018 (excluding eve of PH, PH and Sunday Champagne Brunches). Here’s why Edge is worth the splurge this merry season.

PINEAPPLE GLAZED BONE-IN GAMMON HAM WITH HONEY AND CLOVE

Help yourselves to a slice (or ten) of their monumental, perfectly glazed Pineapple Glazed Bone-In Gammon Ham with Honey and Clove

Studded with whole cloves, the ham was perfumed with an earthy flavour that penetrated right through the centre. A combination of sweet, smoky and robust flavours, as well as a succulence that was truly hard to get over, the ham was one of the highlights for us.

OLD BAY ROASTED TURKEY

As we all know, ‘tis the season to have turkey’, so of course you’ll be able to find this time-honoured Christmas dish in Edge’s festive feast. This year, their turkey will be roasted in the simple yet classic old bay seasoning which lets the natural flavour of the turkey shine through.

The turkey was very flavourful and well seasoned. The bird had a nicely crispened up skin and the old bay seasoning certainly added a tasty, herbaceous touch to the dish.

Served throughout the festive lunch and dinner buffet, we reckon that there is indeed no better way to celebrate Thanksgiving and Christmas than at Edge.

OVEN ROASTED MUSTARD ANGUS STRIPLOIN

A surefire hit among beef aficionados, Edge’s Oven-Roasted Mustard Angus Striploin impresses with both its sheer size and fat-to-tender-meat ratio. A prime cut of steak that is known to be well-marbled and tender, the restaurant serves it medium-rare and is firm about serving it at its best. Meaning, that it will only be sliced only upon an order being made.

As expected, the meat was incredibly juicy and was oozing with umami due to the perfect marbling.

We understand that it is easy to get overambitious with these tempting yuletide delights, but be sure to save some space for the rest of their buffet spread as well!

SEAFOOD ON ICE

Where many would choose to start their feast at and also the station where seafood lovers will find themselves luxuriating in is Edge’s impressive line-up of fresh seafood on ice.

Edge may not boast an extensive range of fresh seafood over ice, but what it does pride itself on is serving seafood of exceptional quality. Still, the options available leave little to fuss about, especially not with the likes of French oysters, prawns, mussels, Boston lobsters and more!

SEVEN WHOPPING LIVE STATIONS

Edge promises to present an engaging gastro-tainment dining experience and boy did they live up to it. Encompassing 7 stunning live stations within their restaurants, they are surely set to impress diners—both old and new. Our only complaint is that we do not know where to start, but hey, that is one problem we’d gladly have.

Out of all the cuisines here, we insist that you try the food from the Northern Indian station no matter how full you might already be. It is one of Edge’s most popular stations and they are well-loved for their curries, chutneys and tandoori offerings.

Another station that stole the show for us was the Nyonya Laksa. Many stalls serve their broth watery, but we particularly loved how Edge unapologetically made their broth extremely thick, rich and intense.

ALL-TIME FAVOURITE PACIFIC DELICACIES

Besides their array of classic Christmas treats, indulge in a whole variety of seafood and meats that change every now and then to ensure freshness.

Some of their highlights include the Baked Salmon with Leeks and Capes, Herbs Confit Duck Leg with Warm Lentil, Pan-Seared Red Snapper with Pancetta Cream and the Slow-Braised Orange Pork Belly with Apple Mash.

COMFORTING ASIAN DELIGHTS

If those aren’t what you fancy, the traditional Asian delights should do the deed of satisfying your cravings for comfort fare.

Besides going all-out to impress with their festive delights, Edge also pays a tribute to Asia’s dynamic flavours and caters to diverse palates and trust us when we say that these dishes are not ones to disappoint.

One that we found ourselves heading back for seconds in no time was the Watercress with Red Dates and Pork Ribs Double-Boiled Soup.

Boasting an extremely full-flavoured broth that can only be achieved after simmering for hours over, the fact that every bowl provides additional health benefits only serves as an extra reason to get another portion.

Do note that their Double-Boiled Soups are constantly on rotation and are only available during dinner buffets.

EPIC RANGE OF DESSERTS

We have finally come to our favourite part of their Christmas feast: the dessert theatre! Once again, Edge has done up their signature gingerbread house which is definitely a sight to behold. The entire setup oozes enchanting festive vibes and we can’t help but be blown away by the intricate details; from the carefully decorated exterior of the gingerbread house to the beautifully arranged dessert counter that is filled with a plethora of sweet treats.

What first caught our eye was their dazzling display of Christmas cakes that were all prettily dolled up and decorated with colourful fruit and chocolates. They also had classic Christmas sweets such as Christmas Pudding and Panettone.

And an all-time favourite item here is their soft, hand-made and gluten-free Nama chocolates that are available in dark rum, matcha and apricot. These creamy cubes of goodness are addictive and if we had a dark hole as a belly, we would go all out with them!

With its cosy ambience, stunning interior and stellar food, Edge is definitely the place to be when celebrating the festive season with your loved ones. And come this Christmas season, make no mistake that the restaurant will exercise zero restraint in dishing out the best.

Thanksgiving Dinner, 22nd November 2018 (6.30pm – 10.30pm)
Adult S$98++, Child S$49++

Festive Lunch (excluding Sundays)
12th to 30th November 2018
Mon to Sat: 12pm – 2.30pm
Adult S$62++, Child S$31++

1st to 23rd Dec & 26th December 2018
Mon to Sat: 12pm – 2.30pm
Adult S$75++, Child S$37.50++

Festive Dinner
12th November to 30th December 2018 (excluding 25th & 25th Dec)
Daily: 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Sun to Tue: Adult S$98++ Child S$49++
Wed to Sat: Adult S$108++ Child S$54++

Child prices are applicable for children aged six to 12 years old.

Quote ‘ladyironchef’ upon making a reservation to enjoy 20% off Festive Lunch and Dinner Buffet from 19 November 2018 to 30 December 2018 (excluding eve of PH, PH and Sunday Champagne Brunches).

Terms and conditions:
– Offer excludes eve of PH and PH and Sunday Champagne 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
Reservations: +65 6826 8240 / dining.ppsin@panpacific.com
Nearest Station: City Hall/Promenade

This post is brought to you by Pan Pacific Singapore.

Festive seasons are always the best excuse to go for an indulgent treat with your loved ones because that is when restaurants curate seasonal menus to celebrate the best of the season’s offering.

Featuring a multitude of expert culinary offerings and feasts fit for all kinds of celebrations, Marina Bay Sands is ushering in this festive season with a diverse spread of cuisines from more than 10 signature restaurants. Now when it comes to gourmet dining at Marina Bay Sands, you can be sure of fine food, excellent wine and without a doubt, plenty of festive cheer!

This Christmas, look forward to a host of exciting gastronomic experiences at these award-winning dining establishments.

#1 ADRIFT BY DAVID MYERS

Helmed by Celebrity Chef David Myers and his team of master chefs, Adrift takes on a modern approach of an izakaya, using Californian ingredients to whip up Asian-inspired recipes.

From now till 30 Dec, indulge in the share plate (S$198++) of Dry Aged Australian OP Rib On The Bone which is cooked over Binchotan charcoal and topped with red miso. The sharing platter also features other seasonal accompaniments such as Japanese potato salad, house tsukemono pickles, gem lettuce and fragrant seaweed rice. Perfect for a group of four!

Otherwise, celebrate New Year’s Eve with the six-course Adrift Tasting menu (S$288++) paired with special cocktails, champagne and wines. Highlights on the menu include Charred Octopus and Kagoshima Wagyu A4. Party your way into 2018 with 3 hours of free-flow champagne, wines, beers and spirits at S$128++.

Marina Bay Sands
Hotel Lobby Tower 2
Tel: +65 6688 5657

#2 BREAD STREET KITCHEN BY GORDON RAMSAY

Have a classic English Christmas from 5 Dec to 25 Dec with a weekend two-course ‘Breakfast & Brunch’ menu (S$49++) or a festive three-course dinner menu (S$95++), with favourites including traditional roasted turkey, pigs in blanket and cranberry relish.

Come New Year’s Eve, Bread Street Kitchen will be unveiling a four-course dinner menu that will showcase its signature Beef Wellington with black truffle mash, glazed carrots, seasonal greens and red wine jus (S$150++ for first seating; S$215++ for second seating).

Opt for the second seating and be treated with the hourly fireworks on the bay and also enjoy a glass of wine with your dinner!

The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands
L1-81, Bay Level
Tel: +65 6688 5665

#3 CLUB55

Located on the 55th floor of Marina Bay Sands, Club55 boasts panoramic views of the skyline and sea from 55 stories up.

Just for this Christmas Eve, Club55 has a special buffet spread (S$168++ for adults, S$68++ for children) that will please all palates—there is a seafood bar on ice and a spread of mains in the likes of Roasted Lamb Rack with mustard jus and Black Angus Beef 150-200 days Tomahawk with Shallot Jus.

Club55 is a vantage point for fireworks display and it is one of the best places to usher in the New Year. Delight in Club55’s New Year’s Eve buffet dinner (S$248++ per pax) and have a taste of the Honey-Balsamico Glazed Spanish Pork Leg and Poached William Pear with Champagne Sabayon among others. Guests can top up S$48++ for free-flow champagne the entire night!

Marina Bay Sands
Level 55, Hotel Tower 2
Tel: +65 6688 8858

#4 CUT BY WOLFGANG PUCK

For Christmas, partake in CUT’s Christmas Eve menu (S$500++ for four) featuring notable dishes such as U.S.D.A. Prime, Illinois Corn Fed Bone-in Rib Eye Steak aged for 21 days and Mini Kobe Sliders.

New Year’s Eve at CUT will see you indulging in prime cuts in the form of Red Poll Ribeye dry aged for 45 days and Big Eye Tuna Tartare with Wasabi aioli and Togarashi crisps with tosa soy.

For the first time ever, the steak restaurant is serving a New Year’s Day Brunch (S$175++) and you can bet that it is spectacular, and the perfect cure for any hangover!. Feast on premium American Wagyu Sirloin Steak and Eggs with roasted Fingerling potato and watercress salad. There will also be a dessert trolley with a curated selection of house-made pastries and free-flow alcohol.

The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands
B1-71, Galleria Level
Tel: +65 6688 8517

#5 DB BISTRO & OYSTER BAR BY DANIEL BOULUD

Ring in Christmas with this contemporary French bistro’s four-course Christmas Eve menu (S$165++ per pax) that comes with top-quality seafood—Oscietra Caviar, King Crab Salad, Chilean Seabass “Black & White” with black truffles and more.

From now to 25 Dec, pamper your family and loved ones with the classic Bûche de Noël (S$50+) log cake which is available for takeaway. Available in both Chocolate Praline and Coconut Mango flavours, these handcrafted French roulades make great gifts to bring along to a festive gathering.

Have a taste of Celebrity Chef Daniel Boulud’s signature “Black Tie” Scallops and Champagne Rose Floating Garden, which are part of the five-course New Year’s Eve menu at S$198++. Guests can choose to go for sommelier wine-pairing for both festive menus (S$75++).

The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands
B1-48, Galleria Level
Tel: +65 6688 8525

#6 OSTERIA MOZZA BY NANCY SILVERTON

Osteria Mozza is a reflection of Chef Nancy Silverton’s love for Italian cuisine and the restaurant is best known for its largest variety of fresh handmade pastas daily and its free standing mozzarella bar.

Go Italian this Christmas with their two-day only six-course tasting menu (S$188++). You must try the Tortellini in Brodo with white truffle and Cavatelli with winter squash and sage.

Treat your palate to a hearty five-course dinner (S$188++) as you welcome the New Year by savouring authentic Italian dishes such as the Shrimp Ravioli with Vermouth and fine herbs, and the Lobster ‘Fra Diavolo’ with white wine, garlic, chili, tomato and fresh herbs.

Pair your meal with full-bodied Riserva wine to make it all the better (S$120++).

The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands
B1-42-46, Galleria Level
Tel: +65 6688 8522

#7 RISE

Enjoy a spread of holiday fare at RISE Restaurant, an all-day dining restaurant with an impressive international buffet known for its sustainable seafood and adjacent herb garden.

On Christmas Eve and Christmas, the live stations will be cooking up a storm with Christmas classics such as the Ravioli with black truffle shavings, Honey glazed ham with pineapple sauce and Traditional roasted turkey.

The celebrations continue on to New Year’s Eve, where you will be treated to a mouthwatering array of dishes including Spanish baby pig Balinese style and Salmon coulibiac with champagne sauce.

Rise Festive Pricing
15-17 & 22-23 Dec S$68 (Lunch) S$88 (Dinner)
CHILD S$25 (Lunch) S$38 (Dinner)

24 Dec S$72 (Lunch) S$128 (Dinner)
CHILD S$25 (Lunch) S$58 (Dinner)

25 Dec BRUNCH S$158
S$198 (free-flow champagne, craft beer, sommelier’s selection wines, juices & soft drinks)
S$368 (premium free-flow Piper Rare champagne, speciality cocktails, craft beer, sommelier’s selection wines, juices & soft drinks)
DINNER S$118
CHILD S$58

29-30 Dec S$68 (Lunch) S$88 (Dinner)
CHILD S$25 (Lunch) S$38 (Dinner)

31 Dec S$72 (Lunch) S$148 (Dinner)
CHILD S$25 (Lunch) S$58 (Dinner)

1 Jan BRUNCH S$158
$198 (free-flow champagne, craft beer, sommelier’s selection wines, juices & soft drinks)
S$368 (premium free-flow Piper Rare champagne, speciality cocktails, craft beer, sommelier’s selection wines, juices & soft drinks)
DINNER S$98
CHILD S$48

Marina Bay Sands
Hotel Lobby, Tower 1
Tel: +65 6688 5525

#8 SPAGO BY WOLFGANG PUCK

Perched on Sands SkyPark, Spago is Celebrity Chef Wolfgang Puck’s second restaurant at Marina Bay Sands showcasing Californian cuisine.

If you are looking for something extra special to spice up the festive season, start your night at the Spago Dining Room with a four-course Christmas menu (S$195++) and three or four-course New Year’s Eve menu (from S$250++) which will exceed your expectations. Some creations to take note of are the Black Truffle Veal Filet Mignon Tartare and the signature Pan Seared Red Snapper “Laksa”.

Then head next door to Spago’s Bar and Lounge for their Royal Countdown New Year’s Eve Party (S$99++ cover charge inclusive of a glass of Champagne) where guests can have bar bites and cocktails at the al fresco bar while enjoying the mesmerising fireworks display.

Minimum spend applies for table reservations.

Marina Bay Sands
Sands SkyPark, Tower 2 Level 57
Tel: +65 6688 9955

#9 THE BIRD SOUTHERN TABLE & BAR

On 24 and 25 Dec, the festive season is in full swing and you get to enjoy a delicious platter of Chicken Fried Turkey, Green Bean Casserole, Pumpkin Tiramisu with Almond Biscotti (S$48++).

Usher in 2018 with the New Year’s Eve three-course menu (S$98++) which includes a glass of prosecco with festive specials such as Uni Baked King Crab, a choice of Fried Chicken and Caviar or Bone-in Short Rib, and Red Velvet Trifle. The restaurant’s bar is by the waterfront so you can head up after for more tipple as you enjoy the hourly fireworks!

The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands
B1-07, Galleria Level
Tel: +65 6688 9959

#10 THE BAR AT WAKU GHIN BY TETSUYA WAKUDA

Dedicated to the art of Japanese cocktail, The Bar at Waku Ghin welcomes you as you enter Celebrity Chef Tetsuya Wakuda’s two Michelin-starred restaurant.

Their festive bar bites menu (S$200++ per person) caters to two pax and it features six premium dishes with star dishes such as Aburi Tasmanian Ocean Trout with a hint of chilli and Japanese Ohmi Wagyu from Shiga prefecture with wasabi and citrus soy.

Available on Christmas Eve and Day, and New Year’s Eve and Day from 5pm to 10pm, this is the ideal dining destination for couples or those looking for an intimate setting for dinner.

The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands
L2-01, Level 2 Dining
Tel: +65 6688 8507

This post is brought to you by Marina Bay Sands.

Many restaurants have come and gone over the years, but mezza9 at Grand Hyatt Singapore is one that has stood the test of time in Singapore’s fickle dining scene. Being one of the first hotel restaurants to feature multiple show kitchens under one roof, mezza9 has always been our go-to when we want honest, quality food in a cosy ambience.

Come this Christmas, be enticed by a stellar array of Christmas-themed delights such as Confit Duck Leg, French Onion Soup and the fork-tender Braised Ox Cheek created by Executive Sous Chef Martin Satow.

And nothing is exorbitantly priced. This is one spread that promises luxury and festive spirit without breaking the bank! For all the years that we have feasted at mezza9 at Grand Hyatt Singapore, we have never once been disappointed.

Indulge in this limited-time-only Christmas Festive menu from 01 December 2017 until 25 December 2017.

Deriving its name from nine different experiences, mezza9 boasts a martini bar, grill and rotisserie, sushi and sashimi counter, Thai grill, sustainable seafood on ice, traditional Chinese steamed delicacies, patisserie, gourmet boutique and even a newly refurbished party room for drinks and private events.

Dining here is always an intimate affair with its dim lights, cosy ambience and spacious dining areas.

At the helm of all the restaurants and bars at Grand Hyatt Singapore is Executive Sous Chef Martin Satow.

Having won numerous awards over the course of his career, what you can expect from this culinary maestro and his team of experienced chefs is nothing short of perfection on a plate.

STARTERS

Kicking off your Christmas feast is two hearty starters—the Chicken Liver & Brandy Pate (S$18++) and the oh-so-comforting French Onion Soup (S$16++).

Boasting a deep, minerally flavour with an undertone of brandy, the chicken liver pate is best eaten when smeared over a piece of crispy rye bread. The gherkins that come served along with it provide a sharp acidity that does well to cut through the intense richness of the dish.

Redolent of Christmas time comfort, the French Onion Soup (S$16++) comes served with crispy croutons and is topped with a generous helping of melty gruyere cheese—if this is not the epitome of soul-satisfying, we don’t know what is.

BRAISED OX CHEEK, PORT WINE JUS, TURNIP

If we had to pick a favourite among this line-up of stellar treats, the Braised Ox Cheek (S$36) it shall be.

Slow-braised in a heavily fortified stock comprising port wine and a beef stock, everyone at the table was full of praises for this meat dish. The reduced port jus gave the dish a rather nice tang and the turnips were cooked to tender perfection.

CONFIT DUCK LEG, PUY LENTIL STEW, RADICCHIO, CANDIED ORANGE

Once esteemed as a method of preservation, submerging and cooking a duck in its own fat ensures a meltingly tender, moist, and extremely flavorful piece of meat. At mezza9, the Confit Duck Leg (S$28++) is prepared the traditional way with the exception of a puy lentil stew of which the crispy leg sits atop of.

Cooked low and slow in its own rendered fat and then hard-seared in a screaming hot skillet, the duck leg was crispy beyond belief. The candied orange and the spiced lentil stew provided a wonderful contrast to the gaminess of the duck.

SLOW ROASTED TURKEY BREAST ROULADE

Let’s face it, Christmas would not be Christmas without Turkey as a centrepiece, but classic as it is, turkey does have a strong tendency to be very dry. Served as a roulade, Chef Martin prepares this festive bird in a way such that the meat remains moist and flavourful.

To satisfy your craving for turkey this Christmas, sans the hassle of carving it yourself and the off-putting dryness, fancy mezza9′s Slow Roasted Turkey Breast Roulade (S$34++) that is beautifully adorned with cumin-roasted carrots, candied ginger and sour cherries.

WHITE TRUFFLE & TALEGGIO RISOTTO

For a slightly lighter main option that still promises flavour and indulgence, try the White Truffle & Taleggio Risotto (S$36++). The white truffle emits a subtle aroma that is not overpowering and the taleggio cheese added a nice salty kick to the dish.

DESSERTS

End your meal on a sweet note with either the Jameson Whiskey Flambéed Plum Pudding (S$18++) or the ‘La Esmeralda’ Chocolate & ginger crème brulee (S$18++).

Flambéed right in front of our eyes, the Flambéed Plum Pudding was quite a sight to behold. Accompanying this stunning dessert is a scoop of their homemade ice cream and a decadent custard sauce. Delicious as it was, it does pack quite a strong alcoholic kick, which may not be appropriate for children.

The ‘La Esmeralda’ Chocolate & Ginger Crème Brulee is an acquired option that encompasses the elements of sweet, spicy and tart all in one. But be adventurous, you guys! This is too good to pass.

If you’re feeling thirsty, hop on over to the martini bar next door for bold and exciting martinis, handcrafted gin and tonics and a variety of other quirky cocktail creations. This award-winning bar also curates great, value-for-money selection of certified-sustainable champagne and wines.

Once again, this stunning line-up of festive treats can be enjoyed this year from 01 December 2017 until 25 December 2017.

mezza9
Grand Hyatt Singapore
10 Scotts Road
Singapore 228211
Tel: +65 6416 7322
Sun Brunch: 11.30am – 3pm
Daily: 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Orchard
Website: mezza9.com.sg
Click here to make a reservation at mezza9

This post is brought to you by Grand Hyatt Singapore. 

With so many festive lights adorning the streets of Orchard Road and Christmas carols being played all across town, there is no denying that the holiday we have all been waiting for is finally here. That’s right, it means that it is time to shop without restraint and more importantly, feast like there’s no tomorrow.

This Yuletide season, prepare to embark on a gastronomic adventure with the endless array of tasty offerings by highly renowned buffet restaurants such as Royale at Mercure Singapore Bugis, Edge at Pan Pacific and the unbeatable 10 at Claymore at Pan Pacific Orchard, Singapore. From roast lamb to a gorgeously carved Christmas turkey as well as an array of delectable local and international dishes and desserts, this is perhaps something worthy of your year-end holiday plans this year.

If the thought of whipping up a Christmas feast at home frightens you, why not head out for a merry buffet instead? It takes the hassle away from all that tedious prep and all you have to do is literally sit back and stuff yourself silly. Here are 5 Christmas buffets in Singapore this year that you and your loved ones can indulge in this Christmas—just be sure to make your bookings early!

Our readers get to enjoy exclusive promotions to these Christmas buffets in Singapore. ‘Tis the season to eat, drink and be merry. 

ROYALE AT MERCURE SINGAPORE BUGIS

Royale is an all-day dining restaurant located at Mercure Singapore Bugis that has made it into our list as one of the best options for Christmas buffets this year. The team behind the restaurant has prepared a sensational holiday buffet and you would be surprised by its affordable price tag too.

For the entire month of December, delight yourself in ‘A Globetrotting Christmas’ buffet feast from S$48++ per adult and S$24++ per child. The buffet features over 40 holiday recipes intertwined with Asian flavours such as their Oven Baked Nonya Turkey served with Homemade Chili Sauce and Baked Honey Cinnamon Gammon Ham with Citrus Sauce.

Quote ‘ladyironchef’ upon making reservations to enjoy 20% off total bills for Royale’s festive buffets from 01 to 31 December 2017 (excluding Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve).

Royale’s Christmas Buffet Prices:

Globetrotting Festive Buffet (01 to 30 December 2017, excluding 24 & 25 December 2017)
Lunch & Dinner
$48++ (Adult) / $ 24++ (Child 6-12 years)
$78++ per person with free flow wines & beer

Globetrotting Christmas Buffet (24 & 25 December 2017)
Lunch & Dinner
$68++ (Adult) / $34 ++ (Child 6-12 years)
$98++ per person with free flow wines & beer

Royale
Level 3, Mercure Singapore Bugis
122 Middle Road
Singapore 188973
Tel: +65 6521 6030 / or email HA0D7-FB1@accor.com
Buffet Lunch: 12pm – 2.30pm
Buffet Dinner:  6pm - 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Bugis

EDGE AT PAN PACIFIC SINGAPORE

When it comes to hotel buffets with flair, the award-winning Edge at Pan Pacific Singapore is one that never disappoints. Boasting a whopping seven live food theatres and over a hundred dishes to choose from, it is safe to say that they go above and beyond every measure of the word epic.

This Christmas, revel in festive splendour with a dazzling array of both sweet and savoury Christmas treats, enchanting visual presentations as well as a multitude of South-East Asian and European delights. Well, let’s just say Edge is always one Christmas buffet we look forward to—from mouth-watering wintertime roasts to an extensive array of Asian and Pacific delicacies, and not forgetting their over-the-top dessert spread that features a life-sized gingerbread house filled with layers of thematic bonbons.

Quote ‘ladyironchef’ upon making reservations to enjoy 20% off for both the Festive Lunch and Festive Dinner from 20 November 2017 to 23 December 2017.

Edge’s Christmas Buffet Prices:

Festive Lunch (excluding Sundays)
13 to 30 Nov 2017
Mon to Sat: 12pm – 2.30pm
Adult S$58++, Child S$29++

1 to 23 Dec 2017 & 26 Dec 2017
Mon to Sat: 12pm – 2.30pm
Adult S$68++, Child S$34++

Festive Dinner
13 Nov to 23 Dec 2017 & 26 Dec 2017
Daily: 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Sun to Tue: Adult S$88++, Child S$44++
Wed to Sat: Adult S$98++, Child S$49++

Edge
Pan Pacific Singapore, Level 3
7 Raffles Boulevard
Daily: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Reservations: +65 6826 8240 / celebrate.sin@panpacific.com
Nearest Station: City Hall/Promenade

10 AT CLAYMORE AT PAN PACIFIC ORCHARD, SINGAPORE

Among one of the most popular dining destinations in the city and one of our personal favourites when it comes to international buffet spreads is 10 at Claymore at Pan Pacific Orchard, Singapore. This award-winning buffet restaurant is a true highlight for carnivores, local food connoisseurs, and just about anyone who appreciates an endless spread of tasty treats.

This Christmas, 10 at Claymore is set to enthral guests and diners with a Yuletide menu that pairs traditional favourites subtly imbued with tropical flavours. Promising a medley of both new and traditional favourites, expect a stellar array of edible treats such as the succulent Herb Crusted Organic Rack of Lamb, Roasted Turkey, Honey Baked Ham as well an extensive line-up of thematic desserts perfect for the little ones.

Quote ‘ladyironchef festive dinner buffet’ upon making reservations to enjoy the Festive Dinner Buffet at S$108++ for two.

10 at Claymore’s Christmas Buffet Prices:

Festive Lunch Buffet, 10 at Claymore (20 Nov 2017 to 14 Jan 2018)
Mon to Fri (exclusive of PH & eve of PH): S$42++ per adult, S$21++ per child
Sat and Sun (exclusive of PH & eve of PH): S$48++ per adult, S$24++ per child
Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve: S$58++ per adult, S$29++ per child
Christmas Day and New Year’s Day: S$98++ per adult, S$49++ per child

Festive Dinner Buffet, 10 at Claymore (20 Nov 2017 to 14 Jan 2018)
Mon to Sun (exclusive of PH & eve of PH): S$72++ per adult, S$36++ per child
Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve: S$128++ per adult, S$64++ per child
Christmas Day: S$128++ per adult, S$64++ per child
New Year’s Day: S$98++ per adult, S$49++ per child

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

GINGER AT PARKROYAL ON BEACH ROAD

Drawing inspiration from Singapore’s diverse cuisines and cultural influences, what diners can look forward to at Ginger at PARKROYAL on Beach Road this festive month is a sumptuous buffet spread that comprises a stunning array of local delights and traditional festive roasts—few of which are given a lick of Asian flavours for that special kick.

Helmed by Executive Chef Low Hoe Kiat, Ginger will showcase thematic dishes such as Oven-Roasted Goose infused with Five Spice and Onion Marmalade, Turkey with Chestnut Stuffing, Seafood Paella as well as a smorgasbord of crab dishes done in different styles. His signature slow-braised Pumpkin Crab in Claypot is a must-try!

Quote ‘ladyironchef x Christmas’ upon making reservations to enjoy the dinner buffet at S$58.50++ per adult. This promotion is valid from Mondays to Thursdays from 09 December 2017 to 29 December 2017.

Ginger’s Christmas Buffet Prices:

Festive Lunch Buffet
9 December 2017 to 1 January 2018
Mon to Fri: Adult S$58++, Child S$29++
Sat & Sun: Adult S$78++, Child S$39++
24, 25, 31 December 2017 & 1 January 2018: Adult S$98++, Child S$49++

Festive Dinner Buffet
9 to 30 December 2017
Mon to Thu: Adult S$78++, Child S$39++
Fri to Sun: Adult S$88++, Child S$44++
24 & 31 December 2017 (Sun): Adult S$118++, Child S$59++
25 December 2017 & 1 January 2018 (Mon): Adult S$108++, Child S$54++

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 / Nicole Highway

SPICE BRASSERIE AT PARKROYAL ON KITCHENER ROAD

In light of the many buffet restaurants out there who have all geared up for the festive season with their traditional roasts and log cakes, Spice Brasserie over at PARKROYAL on Kitchener Road is perhaps one of the few that remains true to its Asian-focused cooking style.

Infusing a smorgasbord of culinary influences from Southeast Asia ranging from Chinese, Peranakan and even Indian, be dazzled by their impressive array of traditional Yuletide mainstay items—such as turkey and ham—that are all given a touch of Asian flair.

If you’re a fan of Indian tandoori and roast turkey, allow Executive Chef Kelvin Chuah to take your breath away with his Tandoori-style Roast Turkey that comes with a luscious spicy coconut gravy. Moist, aromatic and succulent beyond belief, there is truly no better expression to describe this genius dish other than to say that East met West, got married and had a baby.

Quote ‘ladyironchef’ upon making your reservations to enjoy 20% Discount (minimum of 2 persons and maximum of 10 persons per booking), with 1 complimentary Wine or Beer (soft drinks for those under 18 years old). Blackout dates on 24 and 25 Dec 2017.

Spice Brasserie’s Christmas Buffet Prices:

Festive Buffet Lunch
18 to 22 December 2017
26 to 30 December 2017
1 January 2018
Adult S$40++, Child S$20++

23, 25 & 31 December 2017
Adult S$52++, Child S$26++

24 December 2017
Adult S$68++, S$34++

Festive Buffet Dinner
18 to 22 December 2017
26 to 30 December 2017
1 January 2018
Adult S$48++, Child S$24++

23, 25 & 31 December 2017
Adult S$68++, Child S$34++

24 December 2017
Adult S$88++, S$44++

Spice Brasserie
PARKROYAL on Kitchener Road
181 Kitchener Road
Singapore 208533
Tel: +65 6428 3160
Daily: 6am – 10.30am, 12pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Farrer Park

Christmas is less than twenty sleeps away and we are all psyched for a festive Yuletide with our loved ones over a good buffet dinner. Whenever we want something that suits the dynamics of a family with three generations, one of our favourite spots is PARKROYAL on Beach Road’s all-day-dining restaurant, Ginger.

Drawing inspiration from Singapore’s diverse cuisines and cultural influences, what diners can look forward to at Ginger this festive month is a value-for-money buffet spread that comprises both local delights and traditional festive roasts—few of which are given a lick of Asian flavours for that special kick.

Helmed by our friend Executive Chef Low Hoe Kiat, Ginger will showcase thematic dishes such as Oven-Roasted Goose infused with Five Spice and Onion Marmalade, Turkey with Chestnut Stuffing, Seafood Paella as well as his signature slow-braised Pumpkin Crab in Claypot.

Whether you’re a devoted crab lover or just someone looking to stuff yourself silly, this buffet spread will please both the young and old in the family. Simply quote ‘ladyironchef x Christmas’ upon making your reservation to enjoy Ginger’s dinner buffet at S$58.50++ per adult. This promotion is valid from Mondays to Thursdays from 09 December 2017 to 29 December 2017, and it is not available on the eve of and public holidays.

The restaurant boasts a cosy buffet line that features an array of lobsters, crabs and shellfish varieties alongside a live carving roast meat station where you can find anything from turkey to honey baked ham, seafood on ice, and selection of pastries and desserts.

Executive Chef Low Hoe Kiat helms Ginger’s massive kitchen and is also the man behind this year’s Yuletide spread. Die-hard fans of shellfish can look forward to a dazzling array of crab dishes—from local favourites such as pepper crab and chilli crab to Chef Low’s signature crab with pumpkin purée (that is absolutely divine).

TURKEY JUNIOR WITH CHESTNUT STUFFING

More often than not, turkey has a bad reputation for being a gimmicky Christmas showpiece mostly because it looks stunning as a food item but is usually extremely dry and tasteless. However, the Turkey Junior with Chestnut Stuffing that Chef Low will prove that notion wrong.

Its exterior boasts a deep roasted flavour with apparent hints of herbs and the meat was surprisingly moist and pull-apart tender. The giblet sauce provides a savoury element to the meat while the cranberry sauce adds a subtle tartness that works wonderfully well with the roasted bird.

OVEN BAKED GAMMON HAM

Among the multitude of roasts available at the live carving roast meat section is the Oven Baked Gammon Ham.

Believe us when we say that you will not find a more delicious baked ham elsewhere. Baked with the bone-in, this glorious hunk of meat is given a generous and regular basting of honey to develop its caramel-like flavour and a golden sheen. The ham itself was insanely succulent and tasty which made it almost impossible for us to resist going back for seconds.

Ginger definitely has the best Christmas ham this year!

ROAST BEEF

Beef aficionados will definitely not want to miss the Roast beef. Cooked rare, the meat is pink and so outrageously tender. No sauce is needed; it is so good on its own!

Our recommendation is to request for your roast beef to be sliced thinly so as to be able to enjoy it and its textural best.

KANGAROO CARPACCIO

Although kangaroo meat is far from festive, let alone a common sight at many dinner tables around here, it is still something worth trying. Prepared raw as a carpaccio, a kangaroo loin is given a heavy sprinkling of black pepper, sliced thinly such that it literally melts on your tongue and drizzled with olive oil.

OVEN ROAST GOOSE INFUSED WITH FIVE SPICE

One of the stars of this year’s festive buffet line up at Ginger is the Oven Roasted Goose infused with Five Spice and Onion Marmalade. Served slightly pink, we were able to truly savour the rich robust qualities of the goose without it being overly dry. Coupled with the warm, savoury and aromatic five-spice powder, this bird was as aromatic as it was tasty.

By default, goose and orange work brilliantly together which was a no-brainer when it came to the onion marmalade that diners will have the option of dolloping over their goose. Props to the chefs for cleverly injecting the sweet onion element into the citrusy marmalade. Overall, this was one of our favourite dishes out of the lot.

A LIFE-SIZED GINGERBREAD HOUSE

Perhaps one of the most captivating sights to behold is their life-sized gingerbread house. Yes, it is one hundred percent made using real edible gingerbread and it houses all things sweet from Christmas log cakes to fancy pastries—even Hansel and Gretel would be intrigued.

All seasoned buffet diners would know to save a little room for dessert, and you will be sorry if you didn’t here at Ginger. Tuck into a medley of sweet treats at the dessert corner including Scandinavian log cakes, Christmas stollen, raspberry cheesecake, gingerbread cookies, crepe Suzettes and flambéed Cherries. This particular section is sure to be a hit with the kids as well as all the sweet tooth out there.

Put your diet plans on hold (temporarily) and allow your appetite free reign at this sumptuous Yuletide feast at Ginger at PARKROYAL on Beach Road.

Don’t forget to quote ‘ladyironchef x Christmas’ upon making your reservation to enjoy this sumptuous Christmas feast at S$58.50++ per adult. The buffet promotion is available for dinner only from Mondays to Thursdays from 09 December 2017 to 29 December 2017.

**Valid from 09 to 29 December 2017

**Valid for festive dinner from Mondays to Thursdays only.

**Prior reservations to be made via +65 6505 5710 or email dining.prsin@parkroyalhotels.com.

**Not valid on eve of and on public holidays.

**Offer not valid with other promotions and discounts, unless otherwise stated

**Prices are subject to service charge and Goods and Services Tax (GST)

**The hotel reserves the right to amend the promotional details without prior notice

Festive Lunch Buffet
9 December 2017 to 1 January 2018
Mon to Fri: Adult S$58++, Child S$29++
Sat & Sun: Adult S$78++, Child S$39++
24, 25, 31 December 2017 & 1 January 2018: Adult S$98++, Child S$49++

Festive Dinner Buffet
9 to 30 December 2017
Mon to Thu: Adult S$78++, Child S$39++
Fri to Sun: Adult S$88++, Child S$44++
24 & 31 December 2017 (Sun): Adult S$118++, Child S$59++
25 December 2017 & 1 January 2018 (Mon): Adult S$108++, Child S$54++

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

This post is brought to you by PARKROYAL on Beach Road.

Christmas is a wonderful time to gather with family and friends because this is the season to be jolly! Needless to say, restaurants and hotels are pulling out all stops when it comes to their festive buffets to create a memorable Christmas for everyone.

Royale—an all-day dining restaurant located at Mercure Singapore Bugis—has made it into our list as one of the best options for Christmas this year. The team behind the restaurant has prepared a sensational holiday buffet and you would be surprised by its affordable price tag.

For the entire month of December, delight yourself in ‘A Globetrotting Christmas’ buffet feast from S$48++ per adult/ S$24++ per child. The buffet features over 40 holiday recipes intertwined with Asian flavours such as Oven Baked Nonya Turkey served with Homemade Chili Sauce and Baked Honey Cinnamon Gammon Ham with Citrus Sauce.

From the succulent meat offered at ‘live’ carving stations to Western and Asian specialities and artisanal desserts, this is one festive buffet you definitely need to try! Our readers can quote ‘ladyironchef’ to enjoy 20% off total bills for Royale’s festive buffets from 01 to 31 December 2017 (excluding Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve), 

Helmed by Royale’s Executive Chef Nicholas Sia, this over-the-top buffet spread brings you on a gastronomical journey across the continents with a specially curated menu comprising highlights like European Christmas classics, Asian delights, and even Australian-inspired dishes.

To set the festive mood right, guests will get to dine in a swanky dining hall that has been done up with baroque style furnishings.

EUROPEAN CHRISTMAS CLASSICS

You may feel overwhelmed by the sheer number of choices at this festive buffet but we had no problems identifying the dish we would be starting our feast with.

The Roasted Beef Sirloin with Red Wine and Mustard was hands down our favourite of the lot. Served at the carving station, Royale’s medium rare beef sirloin came in the most beautiful shade of pink. Using traditional roasting methods, the crusty-charred top layer had a hint of smokiness while the insides remain juicy and extremely tender.

Adding a tropical touch to a European delicacy for a twist, the German Pork Knuckle with Pineapple Sauce is another highlight of this buffet. Also known as Bavarian Schweinehaxen in German, the pork knuckle was roasted till it had a layer of crispy skin enveloping fork-tender pork.

The pork knuckle is good on its own but you can spice things up a little and add a few drops of pineapple sauce for an elevated taste.

Of course, you must not skip the Baked Honey Cinnamon Gammon Ham with Citrus Sauce either. The meat was tender with the right amount of saltiness and it was delicious, to say the least.

ASIAN DELIGHTS

Moving on to the Asian flavours, you’d probably be surprised to find a turkey under this category but what do you know? Royale’s Oven Baked Nyonya Turkey served with Homemade Chilli Sauce is the real deal, guys!

Turkey has always been the quintessential dish for Christmas and this is what you can expect as part of the buffet lineup as well—but not quite the way you know turkey. Those who cook will know that turkey is not one of the simplest recipes to master but Chef Nicholas at Royale nailed it.

If you are wondering where the turkey got its rich flavour from, that’s because there are seven types of Peranakan spices used to marinate the meat. And you have to pair the fragrant turkey meat with Royale’s homemade chilli sauce—a spicy concoction that reshapes our perspective of how wonderful a turkey can be.

There is a stellar fish option too if you do not want an all-meat meal. The Baked Tandoori Salmon with Mint Chutney features a smooth salmon fillet that is marinated overnight with traditional Indian spices and yoghurt before it is roasted in the oven to achieve a smouldering taste.

WESTERN AND ASIAN HOT SPECIALTIES

Beyond that, the festive buffet also offers some pretty good Western and Asian specialties—the Australian Cherry and Port Glazed Rack of Lamb is a hearty meat dish that is often eaten in Winter; the Waffles Chicken is simple but oh-so-good; then there are the Garlic and Rosemary Prawns that won us over with lightly flavoured sweet, juicy prawns; and Accordion Potatoes which is covered in copious amounts of sour cream and bacon bits.

CRAYFISH LAKSA ‘LIVE’ STATION

Head over to the Crayfish Laksa ‘live’ station for something that is good all year round; Christmas or not. The chef prepares every order a la minute so you only get the freshest, warmest bowl of noodles. The laksa broth we had was creamy, full-flavoured and was well complemented with sweet crayfish.

SEAFOOD ON ICE

No buffet spread is truly complete without fresh seafood on ice and fans of shellfish will need to know that this is where you can get free-flow oysters, mussels, prawns, crayfish and clams!

Yes, they are all included in the festive buffet line-up and this reality sure made us do a double take on the price.

FESTIVE ARTISANAL DESSERTS

Remember to save some room for Royale’s festive artisanal desserts, handcrafted by Royale’s own Pastry Chef Man. In fact, you can even watch the pastry chef in action at the ‘live’ pastry kitchen as she crafts out all the cakes and muffins daily.

Our picks include Royale’s Hazelnut Log Cake, Pandan Crème Brûlée, Cempedak Meringue Tart and Durian Puree with Vanilla Mousse.

You have to try the Pandan Crème Brûlée! Smooth egg custard infused with pandan, topped with a layer of brown sugar that is lightly torched; it is one of those successful fusion desserts that do not steer too far from its roots and has a distinct Asian touch to it without overpowering the European aspect.

If you are looking for more choices, there’s also New York Chocolate Cheese Cake, Santa Red Velvet and Snow Angel Vanilla cupcakes among others.

Our readers can quote ‘ladyironchef’ to enjoy 20% off total bills for Royale’s festive buffets from 01 to 31 December 2017 (excluding Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve),

Globetrotting Festive Buffet (01 to 30 December 2017, excluding 24 & 25 December 2017)
Lunch & Dinner
$48++ (Adult) / $ 24++ (Child 6-12 years)
$78++ per person with free flow wines & beer

Globetrotting Christmas Buffet (24 & 25 December 2017)
Lunch & Dinner
$68++ (Adult) / $34 ++ (Child 6-12 years)
$98++ per person with free flow wines & beer

New Year’s Eve Countdown Party (31 December 2017)
New Year’s Eve Dinner Buffet
$68++ (Adult) / $34 ++ (Child 6-12 years)
$108++ with free flow wines & beer

New Year’s Eve Dinner Buffet & Countdown Party (31 December 2017)
$148++ per person with free flow wines, beer & Moscato Rose
Children under 6 years dine for free.

Royale 
Level 3, Mercure Singapore Bugis
122 Middle Road
Singapore 188973
Tel: +65 6521 6030 / or email HA0D7-FB1@accor.com
Buffet Lunch: 12pm – 2.30pm
Buffet Dinner:  6pm - 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Bugis

This post is brought to you by Mercure Singapore Bugis

When it comes to hotel buffets with flair, the award-winning Edge at Pan Pacific Singapore is one that never disappoints. Boasting a whopping seven live food theatres and over a hundred dishes to choose from, it is safe to say that they go above and beyond every measure of the word epic.

This Christmas, revel in festive splendour with a dazzling array of both sweet and savoury Christmas treats, enchanting visual presentations as well as a multitude of South-East Asian and European delights. Well, let’s just say Edge is always one Christmas buffet we look forward to—from mouth-watering wintertime roasts to an extensive array of Asian and Pacific delicacies, and not forgetting their over-the-top dessert spread that features a life-sized gingerbread house filled with layers of thematic bonbons.

As if this lavish lunch and dinner spread is not enough to put you in a merry mood, we are giving you a chance to be even merrier this Christmas. All you have to do is quote ‘ladyironchef’ upon making a reservation to enjoy this stunning line-up at 20% off from 20 November 2017 to 23 December 2017.

‘Tis the season to be jolly and it only gets at better at Edge.

FESTIVE ROAST DELIGHTS

Be enticed by Edge’s mouth-watering array of roasted and baked delights that are as tantalising as they are stunning to look at.

It isn’t Christmas without some turkey. The Cajun Spiced Roasted Turkey is a well-marinated one with a slightly peppery finish. Cooked to the exact doneness, the skin boasted a crispy, golden hue and the meat was succulent and delicious. For an extra flavour lift, ladle over some gravy or cranberry sauce.

No Christmas dinner would be complete without a luxurious roast lamb, and boy did their Roasted Lamb Leg impress. The ones we had were toasted to utmost perfection, with an exterior of flavourful crust while the interior was still nicely pink and succulent.

The Arabic Marinated Whole Salmon features—like its name suggests—a whole fish that is basted over with herbs and spices. Baked and served whole, the flesh was flaky, tender and oh-so-aromatic.

The Duck Confit with Roast Potatoes is something you have to try, too!

7 OPEN CONCEPT KITCHENS OFFERING INTERNATIONAL CUISINES

Where do we begin? With such a wide selection ranging from Peranakan, Malay, Chinese, Japanese, Indian, Singaporean and the Pacific region, it is impossible to not find something to love.

In addition to the vast selection of cuisines, the restaurant features seven open concept kitchens, creating a lively atmosphere where you can watch and observe the chefs at work.

Be sure not to skip the Indian food station. We LOVE the massive range of vegetable and meat curries, tandoori meats, bread and even traditional Indian confectioneries—it is our all-time favourite station at Edge.

Oh, there will be a festive pasta station where you can have fresh pasta prepared à la minute too!

From prawns to mussels, lobsters and crabs, you can look forward to the freshest seafood at Edge’s seafood counter.

What we also liked was their selection of condiments which allowed us to experiment with different flavour combinations.

For those of you who crave a more Asian-centric meal, be enticed by their wide variety of hearty delights that span the cuisines of multi-cultural Singapore as well as around the region.

Amongst all the many food stations that have impressed us over the years, the Indian station has got to be our ultimate go-to. Comprising a plethora of curries, chutneys, and tandoori offerings, the spread beautifully encompasses the very best of North-Indian cuisine.

Tweaked to fit the festive mood, the popular Chirashi Don is transformed into a Turkey ‘Oyako’ Chirashi Don over at the Japanese corner. As much as we missed having our chunks of fresh salmon and tuna, we were rather impressed by this thematic variation that was neither bland nor was it dry.

Should your Japanese food urges kick in, you still have your usual sushi, maki rolls, tempura, miso soup as well as a sashimi counter where you can choose between fresh octopus, tuna and salmon—all at the Japanese section.

A LIFE-SIZED GINGERBREAD HOUSE

Immerse yourself in the magical season of Christmas with the highly anticipated gingerbread house. Amazingly detailed, this life-sized installation (made entirely out of real gingerbread) houses a smorgasbord of sweet treats. Hansel and Gretel, anyone? Eat all the sweets you can!

DESSERTS PILGRIMAGE

From traditional Nyonya kuehs, festive cakes and tarts, homemade gelato, to even a waffle counter where you can get freshly made waffles on the spot, there is no other dessert spread around that comes close to Edge’s over-the-top display.

Their soft, hand-made and gluten-free Nama chocolates that are available in dark rum, green tea and strawberry are showstoppers in their own right. We always go for endless helpings of these.

Our readers can quote ‘ladyironchef’ upon making reservations to enjoy 20% off for both the Festive Lunch and Festive Dinner from 20 November 2017 to 23 December 2017. A magical feast awaits at Edge and we wouldn’t want you to miss it!

Festive Lunch (excluding Sundays)
13 to 30 Nov 2017
Mon to Sat: 12pm – 2.30pm
Adult S$58++, Child S$29++

1 to 23 Dec 2017 & 26 Dec 2017
Mon to Sat: 12pm – 2.30pm
Adult S$68++, Child S$34++

Festive Dinner
13 Nov to 23 Dec 2017 & 26 Dec 2017
Daily: 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Sun to Tue: Adult S$88++, Child S$44++
Wed to Sat: Adult S$98++, Child S$49++

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

Edge
Pan Pacific Singapore, Level 3
7 Raffles Boulevard
Daily: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Reservations: +65 6826 8240 / celebrate.sin@panpacific.com
Nearest Station: City Hall/Promenade

This post is brought to you by Pan Pacific Singapore.

Among one of the most popular dining destinations in the city and one of our personal favourites when it comes to international buffet spreads is 10 at Claymore at Pan Pacific Orchard, Singapore. This award-winning buffet restaurant is a true highlight for carnivores, local food connoisseurs, and just about anyone who appreciates an endless spread of tasty treats.

This Christmas, 10 at Claymore is set to enthral guests and diners with a Yuletide menu that pairs traditional favourites subtly imbued with tropical flavours. Promising a medley of both new and traditional favourites, expect a stellar array of edible treats such as the succulent Herb Crusted Organic Rack of Lamb, Roasted Turkey, Honey Baked Ham as well an extensive line-up of thematic desserts perfect for the little ones.

We know that dining out during the festive period can be an expensive affair but to enjoy this delectable buffet, your wallet won’t have to take a beating. Simply quote ‘ladyironchef festive dinner buffet’ to enjoy the Festive Dinner Buffet at S$108++ for two. In other words, you only have to pay S$54++ each for an eat-all-you-want Christmas dinner!

Tropical Festive Delights begins on 20 November 2017 all the way through to 14 January 2018, so if you haven’t yet made plans this holiday season, 10 at Claymore is a good place to start.

HERB CRUSTED ORGANIC RACK OF LAMB

Encrusted with layers upon layers of herbs and coarse salt, the Herb Crusted Organic Rack of Lamb is sure to fire up your Christmas—in a good way.

The lamb meat lovers would celebrate at the sight of the Herb Crusted Organic Rack of Lamb. This aromatic treat boasts a crunchy, salty and charred exterior that is heavily accented by nuances of rosemary and other herbs.

The accompanying potato puree with chives further elevates this classy dish. Additionally, the chargrilled asparagus and tomatoes add a smoky element to the overall flavour.

Cooked in the oven to achieve that perfect pink hue in the middle, this gorgeous rack of lamb is tender beyond belief. Upon serving, it is then finished off a second time on the grill to develop a beautifully charred crust as well as to lock in those precious lamb juices.

ROASTED TURKEY

Come 15 December 2017, the classic Christmas Roasted Turkey—with all its trimmings intact—will make its debut on the buffet table accompanied by a refreshing, zesty pineapple chutney made in-house by the resident chefs.

While most people would associate turkey with being a dry meat, we beg to differ when it comes to 10 at Claymore’s version. Adopting a simple yet precise cooking technique, it ensures that the turkey is able to remain moist all around from breast to thigh.

However, we will admit that turkey in itself is pretty flavourless (turkeys being turkeys, right?), which is why you should have it with either the giblet sauce, cranberry chutney or pineapple chutney.

Saving you the hassle—and possible embarrassment—of carving this colossal bird yourself, allow the expert chefs to do so for you over at the hot carving live station.

HONEY BAKED HAM

A massive bone-in ham is considered a traditional dish and one that is closely associated with modern Christmas, historical Yule and is a common centrepiece at many dinner tables during the holidays.

Fork tender and brimming with sweet and savoury flavours, the Honey Baked Ham is one meaty classic that will have you diving in for seconds and even thirds.

Fresh out of the oven, the stunning ham is finished off with a generous basting of honey, giving it a nice sheen and its iconic sweet taste.

FRESH SEAFOOD AND ALASKAN CRAB CLAWS ON ICE

Diners who know and love 10 at Claymore for its fresh seafood can look forward to a generous spread of shellfish and tasty crustaceans. Making an appearance as part of Christmas in the tropics is the Alaskan Crab Claw. Free-flow sweet and juicy crab? Yes, we’re in.

THEMATIC DESSERTS GALORE

No festive celebration is complete without something sweet to round off your palate. Top off your delicious meal with their myriad of Christmas sweets and desserts that come in the form of thematic cookies, log cakes and even a chocolate house so exquisite that it would be a crime to break it apart.

Once again, do remember to quote ‘ladyironchef festive dinner buffet’ to enjoy the Festive Dinner Buffet at S$108++ respectively for two. In other words, you only have to pay S$54++ each for an eat-all-you-want dinner feast. Considering the original price per head for the Festive Dinner Buffet is S$72++, this is quite a steal! This promotion is not valid in conjunction with other credit cards privileges and discounts.

Exclusive Festive Dinner Buffet, 10 at Claymore (20 Nov 2017 to 14 Jan 2018)
Mon to Sun – Dinner Buffet only: S$108++ for two pax
Note: Quote ‘ladyironchef festive dinner buffet‘ to enjoy this offer

Festive Lunch Buffet, 10 at Claymore (20 Nov 2017 to 14 Jan 2018)
Mon to Fri (exclusive of PH & eve of PH): S$42++ per adult, S$21++ per child
Sat and Sun (exclusive of PH & eve of PH): S$48++ per adult, S$24++ per child
Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve: S$58++ per adult, S$29++ per child
Christmas Day and New Year’s Day: S$98++ per adult, S$49++ per child

Festive Dinner Buffet, 10 at Claymore (20 Nov 2017 to 14 Jan 2018)
Mon to Sun (exclusive of PH & eve of PH): S$72++ per adult, S$36++ per child
Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve: S$128++ per adult, S$64++ per child
Christmas Day: S$128++ per adult, S$64++ per child
New Year’s Day: S$98++ per adult, S$49++ per child

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

**Not valid on any special occasions, eve of public holidays or on public holidays. Blackout and closed-out dates do apply.

**Not valid with any credit card discounts and promotions or any on-going promotions.

**Reservations are required.

**The hotel reserves the right to amend the promotional details without prior notice.

**Prices stated are subject to service charge and Goods and Services Tax (GST).

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

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

National monument CHIJMES is one of Singapore’s most beautiful landmarks. The historic complex was built in the 19th century and is most recognised for its neo-classic gothic architecture.

The former chapel is now home to a vast selection of dining destinations and this December, its various tenants are offering several exciting Christmas offers.

From Harry’s lavish Christmas Spread for four pax at S$78++ (usual price: S$110.80++), Carnivore’s complimentary glass of wine and free ice cream scoop during festive buffet dinners to The Single Casks’ generous 50% off selected labelled flights, here are 11 Irresistible Christmas Promotions At CHIJMES that you certainly do not want to miss out on.

#1 BERLIN

The Berlin Bar is a popular eatery and watering hole at Chijmes with daily live entertainment. From the 18 to 25 December 2016 you can enjoy their special Christmas cocktail concoction at $$15++.

Enjoy their Christmas menu and end your meal with the delightful Christmas cocktail that makes you want to linger and have just one more.

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CHIJMES #B1-06
30 Victoria St
Singapore 187996
Tel: +65 6333 4036
Mon to Fri: 12pm – 3am
Sat: 5pm – 4am
Sun: 5pm – 1am
Nearest Station: City Hall

#2 CARNIVORE

Enjoy authentic Brazilian churrasco meats under the stars at Carnivore Brazilian Churrascaria. Visit Carnivore on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day for a sumptuous buffet dinner. Prices start from S$60++ per adult and S$20++ per child.

To complement these festive dinners, all adults will receive a complimentary glass of wine. Indulge in free-flow Roasted Turkey with Chestnut Stuffing, Honey Glazed Gammon Ham with Pineapple Sauce and U.S.D.A. Choice Top Sirloin.

Dec 24     Dec 25     Dec 31     Jan 1
S$70++    S$60++   S$75++    S$65++

CHIJMES #01-30
30 Victoria St
Singapore 187996
Tel: +65 6334 9332
Daily: 6pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: City Hall

#3 GIARDINO PIZZA BAR & GRILL

Giardino Pizza Bar & Grill is a casual Italian restaurant that specialises in handcrafted wood-fired pizzas.

From 14 to 24 December 2016, treat yourselves to a splendid 3-course Christmas special menu affordably priced at S$50++. This festive menu comprises a Roasted Butternut Pumpkin Soup, a choice of either Grilled Seabass or Turkey Roulade and a Chocolate Parfait.

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CHIJMES #01-32
30 Victoria St
Singapore 187996
Tel: +65 6334 2515
Sun to Thu: 5pm – 10.30pm
Fri to Sat: 5pm- 11pm
Nearest Station: City Hall

#4 GYU-KAKU

Japanese restaurant Gyu-Kaku is renowned for their grilled meats. The reputable Yakiniku brand has more than 600 outlets across Japan and four restaurants in Singapore. This December, Gyu-Kaku is offering a scrumptious Christmas Beef Platter (470 grams) with two glasses of red wine at S$170++ (usual price: S$193++).

The platter comprises four different types of beef: Australia Premium Fillet (Cube Cut), Australia Premium Fillet ‘Chateaubriand’, Kagoshima Wagyu Chuck (Steak Cut) and Kagoshima Wagyu Chuck (Yakiniku Cut).

Note that this value-for-money promotion is valid from now till 31 December 2016.

CHIJMES #01-01/02
30 Victoria St
Singapore 187996
Tel: +65 6333 4001
Daily: 12pm – 2.30pm, 5.30pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: City Hall

#5 HARRY’S

Over the years, Harry’s has established itself as the go-to place for after-work drinks with modern comfort food. The household brand has a scrumptious Christmas Dine-in Bundle for four pax at an unbeatable price of S$78++ (usual price: S$110.80++). This promotion is valid until 01 Jan 2017.

This bundle consists of a choice of your favourite flatbread, the Harry’s Signature Wings, Triple Sausage Platter and a tray of Harry’s Cupcake Shooters (four shots).

CHIJMES #01-14
30 Victoria St
Singapore 187996
Tel: +65 6337 0618
Mon to Thu, Sun: 12pm – 1am
Fri and Sat: 12pm – 2am
Nearest Station: City Hall

#6 HIGHLANDER

Highlander has specially created a stellar dish this Christmas—the Scottish Salmon Wellington. Salmon and fresh spinach are encased in a soft puff pastry. Sink your teeth into this main dish and a glass of white wine for S$45++.

There’s also Highlander’s Candy Cane Bomb and Eggnog Shooters (from S$15.80++). Note that these items are only available from 19 December 2016 to 01 January 2017.

CHIJMES #B1-05
30 Victoria Street
Singapore 187996
Tel: +65 6336 1239
Mon to Thu: 3pm – 3am
Fri and Sat: 5pm – 4am
Sun: 4pm – 11am
Nearest Station: City Hall

#7 INDOCHINE CHIJMES

From now until 31 December 2016, IndoChine at CHIJMES will be serving festive dishes with a unique Asian take. Prices of these dishes start from S$28++ each.

Look forward to Asian-inspired yuletide delicacies such as Seared Homemade Laotian Pork Sausage with Herbs and Spices, Chargrilled Seasoned Baby Ribs served with Fresh Lime, Air-flown Whole Roasted French Corn-fed Chicken stuffed with Vegetable Medley.

CHIJMES #01 – 21/22
30 Victoria St
Singapore 187996
Tel: +65 6332 1595
Daily: 11.30am – 1am
Nearest Station: City Hall

#8 ON-YASAI

Up for a luxurious buffet with the most premium ingredients? From now until 31 December 2016, you can relish in a Christmas Special Buffet at S$78.80++/pax.

This all-you-can-eat feast features unlimited Chicken, Pork, Kagoshima Wagyu Beef, Tom Yam Nabe and more meats. You are also entitled to one serving of supreme seafood platter and one portion of Tako Rice.

CHIJMES #01-03/04
30 Victoria St
Singapore 187996
Tel: +65 6336 4002
Daily: 12pm – 3pm, 5.30pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: City Hall

#9 PRIVÉ

Surrounded by lush greenery, Privé CHIJMES is a stunning all-day dining venue & bar where you have the option of dining indoors or al fresco. When night approaches, the breezy al fresco terrace is illuminated by pretty fairy lights—a perfect spot for a romantic date night!

From now until 31 December 2016, check out the menu of limited edition seasonal dishes such as Turkey & Mushroom Roulade, Vodka-Cured Salmon Salad and Wood-Roasted Butternut Pumpkin Soup etc.

CHIJMES #01-33
30 Victoria St
Singapore 187996
Tel: +65 6776 0777
Mon to Thu: 11.30am – 12am
Eve of PH & Fri: 11.30am – 1am
PH & Sat: 10am – 1am
Sun: 10am – 2am
Nearest Station: City Hall

#10 THE SINGLE CASK

The Single Cask is an intimate whisky bar located in a quiet corner of CHIJMES. It is also Singapore’s first Whisky Ambassador accredited venue. The space also doubles up as a retail store and boasts over 300 Single malt whiskies, Single cask rums and blended malts. You know, that’s a dream come true for us.

Be entitled to a generous 50% off ‘The Single Cask’-labelled flights from now until 31 Dec 2016!

CHIJMES #01-25
30 Victoria St
Singapore 187996
Tel: +65 6837 0953
Closed on Sundays
Mon to Sat: 5pm – 12am
Nearest Station: City Hall

#11 WHITEGRASS

Contemporary Modern Australian restaurant Whitegrass’s interior is incredibly gorgeous. The fine dining establishment is helmed by chef-owner Sam Aisbet who previously worked in Sydney’s Tetsuya. Needless to say, the food served here—which are primarily Australian cuisine with experimental takes and Asian twists—are of very high standards.

An exquisitely curated 7-course festive dinner will be available on Christmas Eve at S$250++ each and a 8-course festive dinner will be available on New Year’s Eve at S$265++ per diner. An exclusive festive cocktail will be included in this gastronomic dinner.

CHIJMES #01-26/27
30 Victoria St
Singapore 187996
Tel: +65 6837 0402
Closed on Mondays and Sundays
Tue: 6pm – 9.30pm
Wed to Sat: 12pm – 2pm, 6pm – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: City Hall

This post is brought to you by CHIJMES.

Everyone loves Christmas and we look forward to festive feastings every year. Unfortunately, the annual yuletide celebration is never quite a wallet-friendly event. We know how you feel, we really do. Dining out with the family—especially a big one—is always a pricey affair.

But it doesn’t actually always have to be. This December, Pan Pacific Orchard, Singapore’s 10 at Claymore is offering a splendid Festive Buffet to our readers at incredibly affordable prices.

Simply quote ‘ladyironchef’ to enjoy a Festive Lunch Buffet and Festive Dinner Buffet at just S$58++* and S$98++* respectively for two. In other words, you only have to pay S$29++ each for an eat-all-you-want feast (for lunch). These promotions are reserved exclusively for you, and it is definitely the most value-for-money hotel dining deal thus far.

If you have yet to make any plans for Christmas celebration, it is about time you do so!

Awarded the “Best Buffet” accolade by RAS Epicurean Award 2016, 10 at Claymore’s Festive Buffet Spreads features a menu curated by Executive Chef Andy Oh.

A plethora of delicacies such as Blackmore Wagyu, Herb Crusted Organic Lamb Rack, Honey Baked Ham and Roasted Turkey awaits, and the list goes on, but we will let you discover the rest by yourselves.

The international restaurant has gained quite a reputation for itself with its decadent array of freshly shucked oysters hailing from several different countries. We are glad to see the premium seafood making a comeback for the upcoming Festive Buffet.

P.S. Oysters are only available during festive dinner buffet and are unavailable during festive lunch buffet.

Continue your raw seafood rampage at the Japanese counter, where you can load up your empty plates with endless portions of salmon and tuna sashimi.

Ready for the classic Christmas item? You won’t want to miss out on 10 At Claymore’s Traditional Roasted Whole Turkey.

Turkeys are usually tough and tasteless, but we swear this is just the best one we’ve tasted this year. The fragrant fork-tender poultry was so succulent and juicy, we did a double take and thought it was chicken! It tasted superb on its own, but even better when eaten with the homemade giblet sauce and cranberry chutney.

The hot carving live station also features other succulent meats such as the Char-grilled “Cape Bryon” Angus Prime Rib, Honey Baked Ham and Homemade Gourmet Linguica Sausages. The aromatic beef that we had was so juicy and tender.

Help yourselves to unlimited portions of sides—Baked Potato loaded with bacon and cheese, Cranberry Chutney, Chestnut Stuffing and the juiciest Tomatoes on Vine.

The kids are not left out! They would love the Cheese Baked Potato and Macaroni, Chicken Cheesy Frank, Chicken Nugget, Fish Finger, Mini Beef Burger, Petite Hawaiian Pizza and a fine collection of cheeses.

And then, there is the desserts section—something we all look forward to at every buffet. Indulge in festive sweets such as Signature Cottage Danish and Butter Pudding served with chocolate sauce, strawberry coulis and vanilla crème anglaise and Kapiti’s New Zealand Premium Ice Cream.

Looking for a venue to host corporate luncheons or a private space for that family Christmas meal? You have an option here.

Pan Pacific Orchard, Singapore is also hosting a luxurious and exclusive Christmas three-hour luncheon in a private banquet setting—fully decked out in festive ornaments—at S$888++ for a table of ten diners on Christmas Day itself.

Enjoy the exclusivity of dining in a private room on Christmas Day itself whilst catching up with your loved ones, exchanging presents and feasting on gourmet yuletide dishes. Expect no less than an impressive variety of delicacies and the opportunity to carve a turkey.

Do remember to catch Christmas carollers live at Pan Pacific Orchard, Singapore’s hotel lobby at 12.30pm and 7.30pm on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day and be enthralled by their melodious tunes.

Visit Pan Pacific Orchard, Singapore’s official website for more details about the upcoming Festive Buffet.

Once again, do remember to quote ‘ladyironchef’ to enjoy the exclusive offer of S$58++* for two and S$98++* for two at the Festive Lunch Buffet and Festive Dinner Buffet respectively. The usual price for Festive Lunch Buffet is S$42++ per pax on weekday and S$48++ per pax on weekends, while the usual price for Festive Dinner Buffet is S$68++ per pax. This promotion is not valid in conjunction with other credit cards privileges and discounts.

* Note that these discounts are available from 02 to 16 December 2016.

Pan Pacific Orchard, Singapore
10 Claymore Road
Singapore 229540
Tel: +65 6831 6686
Nearest Station: Orchard

Exclusive Festive Lunch Buffet, 10 at Claymore (02 to 16 Dec 2016)
Mon to Sun: S$58++ for two pax
Note: Quote ‘ladyironchef’ to enjoy this offer

Exclusive Festive Dinner Buffet, 10 at Claymore (02 to 16 Dec 2016)
Mon to Sun: S$98++ for two pax
Note: Quote ‘ladyironchef‘ to enjoy this offer

Festive Lunch Buffet, 10 at Claymore (01 to 31 Dec 2016)
Mon to Fri (exclusive of PH & eve of PH): S$42++ per adult, S$21++ per child
Sat and Sun (exclusive of PH & eve of PH): S$48++ per adult, S$24++ per child
Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve: S$58++ per adult, S$29++ per child
Christmas Day and New Year’s Day: S$88++ per adult, S$44++ per child

Festive Dinner Buffet, 10 at Claymore (01 to 31 Dec 2016)
Mon to Sun (exclusive of PH & eve of PH): S$68++ per adult, S$34++ per child
Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve: S$118++ per adult, S$59++ per child
Christmas Day: S$118++ per adult, S$59++ per child
New Year’s Day: S$88++ per adult, S$44++ per child

Christmas Day Family Luncheon
25 Dec 2016: 12pm – 3pm
Price: S$888++ per table (for 10 pax), additional S$88++ per adult, additional S$44++ per child

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

Ready for more Christmas feasting?

Each year, we look forward to Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel’s amazing festive offers for they are a perennial favourite, offering one of the best Christmas treats in town.

From international buffets with free-flow of sparkling wines, beers and soft drinks, to a sleigh of delectable takeaway Yuletide goodies to value-for-money staycation package, Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel is armed with enticing gifts to make your Christmas a memorable occasion with your loved ones. Keep your eyes peeled as we reveal the best of all the goodness Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel has to offer this festive season.

LAVISH BUFFET SPREADS

Take it up a notch this holiday and impress your loved ones with a swoon-worthy festive lunch/dinner buffet at Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel’s Marriott Cafe. Their lavish spread is what we look forward to every year. The only problem would probably be the lack of stomach space to savour the unlimited servings tantalising holiday delicacies. #firstworldproblems

Now, now, where should we even begin?

Be enchanted by the spread of holiday delights at Marriott Cafe. Tuck into an array of hearty roasts such as the aromatic Slow-roasted Beef Striploin with Port Wine Sauce and Horseradish Cream; Traditional Roast Turkey; Roast Pork Saddle with Prunes & Pancetta Stuffing; Pan-fried Duck Foie Gras with Fig Jam & Port Wine Reduction, and more.

Looking for some seafood? The selection of fresh and grilled seafood will leave you impressed.

You have your usual fresh seafood on ice; and then there are the savoury ones such as Baked Oysters Florentine; Gratinated Prawns; Lobster prepared in Catalana style, and more.

For those with a sweet tooth, Marriott Cafe boast a stunning variety of decadent Yuletide sweet treats available at the dessert station. Get ready to be wowed with some out-of-the box festive goodies such as Avocado Lemon Minestrone Fruits; Chocolate Breton Sable with Coffee Ganache and Pink Champagne Jelly to name a few. If you are a fan of traditional holiday desserts, Marriott Cafe got you covered too, with highlights including Eggnog Financier Cream Pots, Mulled Fruit Brûlée, and more.

Your Christmas dinner at Marriott Cafe will be made better with live carollers belting out some of your favourite Christmas classics too!

TAKEAWAY YULETIDE GOODIES

If you are having a party of your own at the comfort of your own home, good news is you can take home these exquisite culinary inventions to spruce up your festive dining table and share them with your family and friends.

The Turducken – Boneless Chicken and Duck Stuffed Turkey with Madeira Sauce is one of Marriott Cafe’s new takeaway items this year. By the way, turkey + chicken + duck = Turducken, geddit? The three-bird roast is essentially an out-of-the-world creation; think deboned chicken and duck stuffed into a tender turkey.

No Christmas is complete without succulent turkey and leg ham and you can have them at your celebrations! Truffle Buttered Roast Turkey with Finanziera Terrine & Madeira Sauce is a returning favourite but the star of the show is the Honey & Clove Glazed Ham (Bone-In).

We noticed how everyone—including us—could not stop raving about the leg ham. Like literally everyone on the table was so impressed upon first bite that we ended up spending the night with more ham slices.

Truffle Buttered Roast Turkey with Finanziera Terrine & Madeira Sauce (4.5-5kg / S$238); Honey & Clove Glazed Ham with Cinnamon Pineapple Sauce (Bone-in) (5-6kg / S$205 |9-10kg / S$405) and Boneless Chicken & Duck Stuffed Turkey Turducken with Madeira Sauce (4.5-5kg / S$258) are among the bestsellers.

Gorgeous, instagram-worthy log cakes will be an instant hit at your party. We love the Coffee Praline Yule Log Cake (1kg / S$68), Pandan Vanilla Snow White Cake (1kg / S$68) and Red Velvet Yule Log Cake (1kg / S$68).

That’s not all, if you’re going for the classics, then consider the dried fruit bread Christmas Stollen (500g / S$26, 1kg / S$40) and beautiful Gingerbread House (small / S$20, large / S$70) perfect for a celebration of any size.

Christmas is not just a special occasion for families and friends, but also a great season to thank your clients and to wish them a merry christmas. You can surprise them with a choice of three luxurious hampers filled with glorious savouries and sweets, namely Dazzle (S$190), Sparkle (S$280) and Royale (S$450).

From 23 November to 25 December 2016, yuletide goodies are available for takeaways at Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel’s Forecourt Stall (at the hotel entrance). Do place your preorders at least three working days in advance and a minimum of five days for the popular Turducken.

STAYCATION DEAL

Who says you cannot have a holiday in your own hometown? It is Christmas; you should pamper yourself and to conclude the year on a high!

From 16 December 2016 to 06 January 2017, you can stay in Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel’s swanky Deluxe Room from just S$430++ per night. Treat yourself to a great meal with S$50 food and beverage voucher and complimentary breakfast for two at Marriott Cafe included in the staycation package.

Do remember to use the promotional code ‘YX1′ when making an online booking.

Marriott Cafe Festive Buffet Lunch (01 to 30 Dec 2016, excluding 24 & 25 Dec)
Mon to Thu: S$63++ per adult, S$32++ per child
Fri and Sat: S$63++ per adult, S$32++ per child
Sun: S$75++* / S$98++** per adult, S$38++ per child

Marriott Cafe Festive Buffet Dinner (01 to 30 Dec 2016, excluding 24 & 25 Dec)
Mon to Thu: S$80++ per adult, S$40++ per child
Fri and Sat: S$88++ per adult, S$44++ per child
Sun: S$80++ per adult, S$40++ per child

Marriott Cafe Christmas Eve Festive Buffet (24 Dec 2016)
Lunch: S$75++* per adult, S$38++ per child
Dinner: S$138++** per adult, S$60++ per child

Marriott Cafe Christmas Day Festive Buffet (25 Dec 2016)
Lunch^: S$118++** per adult, S$58++ per child,
Dinner: S$138++** per adult, S$60++ per child,

*Inclusive of free flow of juices and soft drinks
** Inclusive of free flow sparkling wine, beer and juices
^1st seating: 12pm to 2:30pm | 2nd seating: 3pm to 5:30pm

Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel
320 Orchard Road
Singapore 238865
Dining Reservations: +65 6831 4605 / mhrs.sindt.fb.reservations@marriotthotels.com
Festive Goodies Preorders: +65 6831 4708 / mhrs.sindt.fb.promotions@marriotthotels.com
Official website: http://www.singaporemarriott.com/
Nearest Station: Orchard

This post is brought to you by Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel.

Are you hosting a dinner party this year? Well, we have some tips for you if you are working on a budget. Turkeys, hams and other Christmas necessities can be so incredibly pricey, especially during the week before the D-day itself.

One great way to save money is to cook most of the dishes yourself, and only pre-order pre-made items that are really difficult to make, such as log cakes. It is actually really simple to make a Christmas turkey at home, if you have an oven that is big enough.

Here are 5 Simple Tips On How to Plan For A Christmas Dinner On A Budget that will help you save time and money!

1. PLAN BEFOREHAND/DO UP A LIST

Do up a list way before the actual day and do be sure to set your budget then already.

First, make a list of the dishes you want to cook, as well as the list of items you need to order. Then, write out all the individual ingredients you need to buy and the estimated prices.

From there, you can easily sieve out the unnecessary ones to stay within your budget. This will also make your shopping process so much easier.

2. MAKE SURE YOU KNOW WHAT YOUR GUESTS CAN/ CANNOT EAT

Understanding your guests’ preferences and diet restrictions is so vital in menu planning. This may streamline your option, but it saves you from preparing unnecessary dishes and having to throw them all away at the end of the day.

Say you know that the majority of your guests do not take pork, then skip pork completely and focus on another dish instead. If you have a couple of diners that are vegetarian, you can re-portion your meats-to-buy in your shopping list. This will save you a lot of money and time.

3. COOK YOUR OWN DISHES INSTEAD OF PRE-ORDERING

We know that making a turkey sounds really tough, but in actual fact, it is really easy if you have a substantially huge oven. There are many quick and easy recipes you can find online that are super easy to follow.

Making your own turkey is most definitely cheaper and the process is pretty fun, especially if you are in the kitchen with your loved ones. Best part of them all? You get to be all creative with the stuffing!

4. ONLY BUY INGREDIENTS YOU NEED FOR SURE

If you have second thoughts about some of the ingredients, leave it out; you probably won’t need them. This will give you more money to invest on other better quality ingredients.

We often overbuy because grocery shopping can be therapeutic that way; just chuck everything onto your trolley and end up with a bill that will shock you. And more often than not, we do not need half of what we bought; or we only use less than half of them, and the remnants will go to waste.

Be sure to work out your proportions and to shop accordingly to avoid wastage as well as unnecessary spendings altogether.

5. STICK TO YOUR INITIAL BUDGET

No matter what you do, stick to the budget that you had planned in Step #1. This sounds simple, but it will really help to avoid feeling horrible afterwards when you know you have overspent. But of course, if you can afford it and since it is Christmas after all, a little more splurging should be fine!

Happy holidays!

About the writer:
Cheryl is a staff writer for ladyironchef. She loves a good steak and an even better cuppa. She eats just about anything and everything. In her free time, she regularly starts on sci-fi or fantasy movie marathons.

Hilton Singapore is set to wow you with their impressive festive dining spreads of carefully curated festive menus and stunning dishes. Whether you love Hilton Singapore’s Champagne Brunch, the gorgeous cakes from D9 Cakery, or simply the mouth-watering offerings at Opus Bar & Grill, they have got your back this Christmas.

Just sit back, relax and enjoy the jolly festive vibes with themed dishes and interesting creations by the culinary team behind Hilton Singapore’s continued acclaimed culinary wonders.

We often have people asking for recommendations for family-friendly restaurants at convenient locations to celebrate Christmas. This is it. Hilton Singapore sits along the belt of Orchard Road, and here are all the goodness you can expect this festive season at Hilton Singapore.

Readers of ladyironchef can quote “FestiveLIC” to redeem a S$50 Dining Voucher when you book by 13 December 2015. More details at the end of this post.

CHRISTMAS DAY CHAMPAGNE BRUNCH

We have been more than impressed with the Sunday Champagne Brunch here at Hilton Singapore, and if you are also a big fan like us, you will be glad to know that the festive spread is basically all the goodness of it – just bigger and better, with added festive dishes that will put you in a jolly mood.

Nothing screams luxury more than fresh seafood options. The spread here includes Alaskan King Crab, freshly shucked oysters and Maine lobsters. Over on the carving board are festive meats such as U.S. prime ribs, roasted stuffed turkey and honey-baked ham.

The famed flame-grilled meats are most definitely not left out. Expect smoky prime meat cuts, wagyu flank steaks and Rangers Valley grain-fed beef tenderloin, just to name a few. Hungry yet? Carnivores, it’s party time!

So much value for what you are paying, right? There’s more. Just for Christmas, expect decadent themed desserts that range from crème brûlée, homemade gelato, Christmas Yule logs to a luscious caramel hazelnut chocolate fountain. Because we just can’t be contented with regular milk chocolate fountain anymore, can we?

Bubbly Christmas Day Brunch at Hilton Singapore
When: 25 December 2015
- S$108++ per person
- S$158++ per person (free flow of champagne, selected white & red wines and beer)

For Bubbly Christmas Day Brunch reservations, call +65 6730 3390 or email sinhi.f&b@hilton.com.

FESTIVE DINING SETS AND CREATIONS AT OPUS BAR & GRILL

If buffet is not your thing, a slower paced, multi-course set should work better – look out for three-course festive sets (from 7 Dec to 30 Dec 2015) or four-course sets (on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve) at Opus Bar & Grill.

From the three-course set menus, one main to look out for is the Pork Belly with zesty flavors and crunchy textures of citrus, cabbage, cranberries and apple sauce. As for desserts, you might love the almond cake with white chocolates and chewy nougatine, topped with sweet cherry ice cream.

For Christmas Eve, the set menu is taken up a notch and the one that we are most excited for is the Duck Confit with potatoes, frisee, quail eggs, tangerine and radicchio. If you prefer fish, the Danish-style rainbow trout served with citrus fruits, fennel salad and garlic butter is sure to leave you in awe.

Opus Bar & Grill is also opening their doors on New Year’s Eve. Well, every reason to indulge, really. We need to end our year with a bang!

This four-course set menu for New Year’s Eve features some of the most scrumptious dishes. Pick from fish and red meat options; either the roasted wagyu rump with green peas, shallots, bacon, black garlic and béarnaise, or the melt-in-your-mouth Chilean sea bass topped with asparagus, baby potatoes and pickled cucumbers. You have no idea how much thoughts the chefs put in to make all these flavours work!

Festive Dinner Menus
- Festive Set Menu | 7 Dec – 30 Dec
Three-course set menu at S$68++ per person

- Christmas Eve Menu | 24 Dec
Four-course set menu at S$118++ per person

- New Year’s Eve Menu | 25 Dec
Four-course set menu at S$138++ per person

Fine de Claire oysters is always our go-to pick as they fit just about any palate and is befitting to most drinks. Served four ways this festive season at Opus Bar & Grill, you can have your oysters fresh with condiments, black truffle hollandaise, ceviche with Avruga caviar or seaweed with zesty yuzu essence. Best paired with a glass of Louis Roederer Champagne!

Five-way Premium Fine de Claire Oysters
When: 1 Dec to 31 Dec 2015
- Your choice of one dozen oysters at S$58++
- Your choice of half-dozen oysters at S$32++
- An additional charge of S$30++ applies for a glass of Louis Roederer Champagne

For Opus Bar & Grill reservations, call +65 6730 3390 or email Opus@hilton.com.

CLASSIC ITALIAN FESTIVE RECREATIONS AT IL CIELO & SKY BAR

Are you a big fan of hearty Italian cuisine? You will be delighted to know that Chef Catarsi of il Cielo has specially created a festive three-course Italian menu that will be available from 7 Dec to 30 Dec 2015 at the restaurant.

Pick from an authentic Italian curation that includes homemade maccheroncini with juicy prawns and caviar, and succulent black angus tagliata served with mushroom salad, pomegranate and rosemary essence.

For both Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve, the menu gets a bit more extravagant with a four-course dining menu. On Christmas Eve, get excited for fresh homemade burrata tortelli paired with juicy heirloom tomatoes, pan-fried sea bass with leek puree and red radish pickles and Colorado lamb rack served with smoked potato cream, sweet peas and raspberries. And you might be interested to know that iL Cielo does one of the best burratas in town!

For New Year’s Eve, you meal begins with roasted octopus with fava bean cream, potato granite and blueberries. Mains are homemade veal ravioli paired with porcini mushrooms and black truffles, and tender Angus beef tenderloin served with smoked eggplant cream and pomegranate.

And finally, New Year’s Eve at Sky Bar means a glass of Louis Roederer champagne and premium caviar degustation platter.

Yes, there is really A LOT to look forward to this festivity at Hilton Singapore. You deserve that indulgence.

Italian Festive Dinner Menus at il Cielo
- Festive Set Menu | 07 – 30 Dec
Three-course set menu at S$68++ per person

- Christmas Eve Menu | 24 Dec
Four-course menu: $128++ per pax

- New Year’s Eve Menu | 31 Dec
Four-course menu: $148++ per pax

Caviar & Champagne at Sky Bar
- Caviar Degustation Platter with a bottle of Louis Roederer Champagne
S$298++ per booth
Limited booth couches available, and advance reservation is recommended.

For il Cielo and Sky Bar reservations, call +65 6730 3395 or email ilCielo@hilton.com.

Readers of Ladyironchef will be entitled to an EARLY BIRD OFFER OF S$50 DINING VOUCHER WHEN BOOK BY 13 DECEMBER 2015

- Quote “FestiveLIC” to redeem a S$50 Dining Voucher with minimum spend of $250nett on a single receipt when you book by 13 December 2015.
- Promotion is valid for Festive Deli, il Cielo and Opus Bar & Grill’s Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve Set Dinner and Hilton Christmas Day Brunch.
- S$50 Dining Voucher is valid for usage at Opus and Il Cielo from 1 January until 29 February 2016.
- Promotion cannot be combined with any other discounts of benefits.

Click here for Hilton Singapore Festive Brochure & menus.

Hilton Singapore
581 Orchard Road Hilton
Singapore
Tel: +65 6730 3390
Nearest Station: Orchard Road

This post is brought to you by Hilton Singapore.

How many more sleeps to Christmas, have you counted?

Every year, we look forward to December for festive feasting and get-togethers with our loved ones. And gifts exchange. Christmas is all the excuse we need to celebrate and to treat ourselves! We have been working hard to prepare numerous guides on where to dine at this December, and today’s feature is for those who are no fans of the hubbubs of town and the crazy human traffic.

Changi City Point has many promotions and specials lined up this festive period. Whether you prefer traditional Chinese meals to accommodate the older folks at home, or a fancy 3-course Western dinner, Changi City Point’s restaurants repertoire should suit every group.

By the way, Changi City Point is also home to several outlet stores. How does shopping the sales and Christmas feasting sound like to you? We will leave you to discover the shops, and now, here are 10 Restaurants to Dine at This Christmas at Changi City Point.

#1 AWFULLY CHOCOLATE

You will be no stranger to Awfully Chocolate’s yearly log cake affair. This year, you can choose to “stick to traditions” and order the classic All Chocolate log cake, or consider the new Chocolate Velvet Cake (S$68/whole cake) – one that you have to try.

The Chocolate Velvet Cake is an ambient cake, meaning that you need not keep it in the fridge to maintain its freshness. Just pop it to rest in an air-conditioned room and it is ready for consumption any time; ingenious idea!

5 Changi Business Park Central 1 #B1-07
Changi City Point, Singapore 496038
Tel: +65 6443 0836
Daily: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Expo

#2 BEESKET

Beesket is a Korea-originated DIY fruit juice bar. Be very excited by the fascinating array of little plugs on display that are really the ingredients for your juices. The standard price of a cup of juice is S$5.90, and you are allowed to pick up to three different ingredients.

If you’ve got a hankering for colours that are befitting of Christmas, you can choose these combinations that we’ve tried and unanimously agreed that they worked well together – Grape, Cabbage, Strawberry (Red), and Green Grape, Melon, Green Apple (Green).

Changi City Point #01-20
Singapore 486038
Tel: +65 6612 1497
Daily: 9.30am – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Expo

#3 HAN’S

Han’s has various offerings for Christmas every year and they are sticking to their traditional practice of offering the classic selections of whole turkey, ham and cocktail sausages. Chocolate yule logs are also available for takeaways, and we heard it is a hit among the executives who work in the area. Office parties and whatnot, these log cakes are reasonably-priced and always decadent.

If you have always been a fan of Han’s classic Aglio Olio, they have added slices of turkey into their pasta just for the Christmas season (valid till 02 January 2016). Tossed with peppers and olive oil, their Aglio Olio evokes a very comforting and familiar taste that we grew up knowing.

5 Changi Business Park Central 1
#01-51/52/53 Changi City Point
Singapore 486038
Tel: +65 6708 6752
Daily: 7am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Expo

#4 ICHIBAN SUSHI

Sure, we need our turkey and ham for Christmas. But how’s the addition of a sushi party platter? Ichiban Sushi has come up with four variations of the platter – sashimi only, sushi only, or a combination of both. And the Sazanami (S$32.80) is our pick, consisting of sushi and maki variations.

For guests dining in, their new sets may not be festive-themed, but they are nothing short of value for money. For just S$20.90, you get this set of fried white fish with cheese, grilled pork, unagi rice, chawanmushi, miso soup and more – what a satisfying option!

5 Changi Business Park Central 1
#B1-12/13 Changi City Point Mall
Singapore 486038
Tel: +65 6636 1638
Daily: 11.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Expo

#5 MANHATTAN FISH MARKET

Lobster lovers, your attention is needed here! Manhattan Fish Market has launched a festive menu incorporating lobsters into their dishes, and they are gonna be very affordable.

The Double Lobster Platter (S$56.95) is good to share among two people and it features two whole lobsters dressed with different sauces, as well as a variety of other seafood options. If you want something all to yourself, we suggest you dig into the Lobster Bouillabaisse or Tangy Lobster Pasta (S$17.95 each).

5 Changi Business Park Central 1
01-39/40, Singapore 486038
Tel: +65 6636 1566
Daily 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Expo

#6 MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY

Marble Slab Creamery always drives us crazy with their tubs of colourful ice-cream on display, and the show they put up for each ice cream order. For just S$10, you get two ice cream scoops of choice, plus as much toppings as you want; watch as the staff mash everything up into a beautiful mess that will sit in a waffle bowl or cone of your choice.

The Country Waffle (S$13.80) that comes two scoops of ice cream is otherwise a simpler choice that never fails.

5 Changi Business Park Central 1
#02-40 Changi City Point
Singapore 486038
Tel: +65 6636 1841
Daily: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Expo

#7 SHABU SAI

Christmas is all about communal dining, and a favourite ‘past time’ for many Singaporeans is to bond over steamboat. Here is a Shabu Shabu buffet deal to share – Shabu Sai’s main draw is its very affordable price point that starts from S$14.99 per person.

Pick a soup of choice (we recommend the flavourful Tonkotsu broth), then go wild at their buffet bar. Think sliced beef, pork and chicken, salmon and crab legs, alongside a variety of seafood and vegetables – all free flow.

5 Changi Business Park Central 1
B1-28/29 Changi City Point
Singapore 486038
Tel: +65 6444 9569
Daily: 11.30am – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Expo

#8 TABLE MANNERS

Table Manners introduces a Christmas set meal for couples that will have you start by sharing a bowl of baby spinach salad. The main dish plate features turkey, ham and a couple of side dishes. Our favourite one was the tasty Mac & Cheese that makes a great alternative carbs.

End your meal off with bread pudding and ice cream – rustic and quite possibly a real Christmas experience.

5 Changi Business Park Central 1
#01-68/69 Changi City Point
Singapore 486038
Tel: +65 6604 7669
Daily: 11.30am – 12am
Nearest Station: Expo

#9 TUNGLOK SIGNATURES

Truth be told, we are already big fans of TungLok Signatures and we will be more than happy to have a nice family dinner here – Christmas or not. Your life is not complete unless you have savoured the popular Roast London Duck (S$50++, promotional price).

Then, there are side dishes to love, and they include the Crispy-Fried Cod Fish (S$15++, individual serving) and Braised Charcoal Tofu with Lily Buds (S$24++, sharing plate). You bet the latter tasted amazing!

5 Changi Business Park Central 1
#01-26/27 Changi City Point
Singapore 486038
Tel: +65 6636 0606
Daily: 11.30am – 3pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Expo

#10 WRAP & ROLL

Who says you can’t have Vietnamese food for Christmas? Wrap & Roll will have you fall in love with the special Merry Christmas Platter (S$14.90) of assorted Vietnamese rolls. From Grilled Pork Rice Crepe Rolls to Traditional Deep Fried Spring Rolls, this is a very value-for-money sharing platter.

For mains, you can get the Vietnamese Beef Hotpot (S$16.90). Guaranteed a very satisfying set as you also get a side of noodles, rice paper to roll and vegetables. If all else fails, grab a bowl of Chicken Pho (S$11.90) to warm up your soul and to give thanks.

5 Changi Business Park Central 1, #B1-26/27
Singapore 486038
Daily: 11am to 10pm
Tel: +65 6443 1261
Nearest Station: Expo

This post is brought to you by Changi City Point.

Look, Ma! A ginger bread house!

Dreams do come true if you wish hard enough, and just when we thought no one could ever be Hansel and Gretel for real, we lived to see a life-size ginger bread house with so many trays of cookies, chocolates and freshly baked desserts. You see, life can be filled with miracles like that.

Our miracle happened at Edge at Pan Pacific edgefoodtheatre.com, and we can’t wait to share it with all of you! For our last installation for festive buffets this December, we present the wondrous All Things Nice – Pan Pacific’s culinary indulgences inspired by the flavours and spices of the Pacific.

With seven live food theatres and a whimsical dessert island that houses the most amazing fruit mince pies, homemade gluten-free nama chocolates and many more splendid treats, it is a lavish affair here at Edge, and here’s Why You Should Not Say No To ‘All Things Nice’ At Edge, Pan Pacific Singapore.

SEVEN LIVE FOOD THEATRES – IT IS ALL ABOUT THE SHOW AT EDGE

It is a theatrical experience over here at Edge! Seven stations in total – each whipping up a storm and providing feasts for the senses – dining at Edge is never dull and cold. Who does not love watching the great chefs in action? Big flames, bubbling pots, and carving are but a few of our favourite things to watch.

Expect soulful offerings of Chinese, Malay, Indian, Singaporean, Thai and Japanese selections, together with its signature “Pacific Cuisine” – cooking styles and flavours inspired by the Pacific region. Interact with the chefs, have them share with you about the ingredients and dishes of the day, and if you have any special requests, let them know. They will try their best to fix something for every palate.

A WELL-ROUNDED INTERNATIONAL BUFFET LINEUP

We dare promise that Edge’s buffet will satisfy everyone and guarantee an unforgettable experience. Every live food kitchen impresses. We were particularly enamoured by the Chinese roast and Japanese sushi and sashimi.

Besides these regular finds, we couldn’t stop eating the desserts. So many seasonal goodies had us camping at the dessert corner altogether, and we partied with more sweets than we could remember in a long while! You are to find out more as you read on.

INDULGE IN TRADITIONAL FESTIVE FAVOURITES

The most extensive list of yuletide delights that you can look forward to at Edge - Honey and Pineapple-glazed Gammon Ham, Special Christmas Terrines, Crispy Spice Pork Knuckle, Spiced Lamb Short Ribs, Roasted Beef Tomahawk and Traditional Roasted Turkey with Festive Trimmings. Expect several rustic side dishes like the roasted parsnip and brussel sprouts with bacon.  The buttery pumpkin soup also had our hearts – simple, but we loved the fine creaminess with sweet underlying notes of winter squash.

Then, there are the festive desserts like Aniseed Ginger Vanilla Cheese Logcake, Amarena Cherry Cheese Cake and Flourless Mascarpone Honey Chocolate Cake and Fruit Mince Pie. Need we say more?

A LIFE-SIZE GINGER BREAD HOUSE SITTING ON A DAZZLING DESSERT ISLAND

Now, we are talking. The ginger bread house is completely edible, by the way.

Edge’s impressive dessert island takes the crown for this year’s best Christmas desserts. What you are looking at is the most dazzling dessert island that is filled with Western and Asian desserts, all freshly prepared in-house daily.

Apart from chocolate fondue and homemade gelato, you will also find yourselves lost in the selection of traditional sweets like kueh lapis, an assortment of traditional kueh, as well as old-school childhood snacks like iced gem biscuit and fish biscuits.

The pretty display of festive sweets also took our breath away. Buttermilk cookies, gingerbread, mince pies, puddings… these are things that we wouldn’t say no to and we sure hope you feel the same way too!

And as if these are not impressive enough, there is also a live station for waffles and pancakes too.

Our favourite? The Nama chocolates – handcrafted by the hardworking pastry team at Pan Pacific Singapore – truly struck a chord with our taste buds.

HOMEMADE GLUTEN-FREE NAMA CHOCOLATES

It is a tough choice, but if we could only choose one reason to return to Edge, it would be the homemade gluten-free Nama chocolates that are available in three flavours – passionfruit, matcha and rum & chocolate. It is frankly as good, if not better, than the famous Japanese chocolate brand that everyone knows of and associates nama chocolates with, and we can easily eat a dozen of these pillowy-soft chocolates. Unfortunately, they are exclusive to the buffet spread, else we’d gladly take some home.

But that said, we have even more reason to eat all the nama chocolates we can. More rum-flavoured ones, please!

Because when Santa Claus comes to town, we subscribe to an unlimited calories plan and eat as many nama chocolates (and other goodies) as we want. Now, grab a pair of loose-fit jeans and feast away!

FESTIVE GOODIES FROM PACIFIC MARKETPLACE

From festive roasts including Roasted Turkey with cornbread and sausage stuffing (S$148/4.5kg) and Roasted Beef Ribeye (S$148/2kg), to traditional Christmas treats like Gingerbread Man (S$8/50g), Fruit Mince Pie (S$6/100g), and Christmas Log Cakes (S$60/1kg), Pacific Marketplace has prepared a decadent selection of festive creations for your Christmas parties at home.

To place an order, call +65 6826 8240, email celebrate.sin@panpacific.com, or visit pacificmarketplace.sg/category/festive-goodies.

Festive Lunch 1 to 24 December 2014
Adult S$58, Child S$28

Festive Dinner 1 to 23 December 2014
Sun to Tue: Adult S$78 Child S$39
Wed to Sat: Adult S$88 Child S$44

Festive Sunday Champagne Brunch 7, 14 and 21 Dec 2014
Adult S$178*, Child S$58

Christmas Eve Dinner 24 December 2014
Adult S$168*, Child S$58

Christmas Day Champagne Brunch 25 December 2014
Adult S$178*, Child S$78

Christmas Day Dinner 25 December 2014
Adult S$148*, Child S$48

New Year’s Eve Dinner 31 December 2014
Adult S$218*, Child S$88

New Year’s Day Champagne Brunch 1 January 2015
Adult S$178*, Child S$78

Child prices are applicable for children aged seven to 11 years old.

* includes unlimited Veuve Clicquot Champagne, red & white wines, cocktails, beers, fruit juices and soft drinks

For the latest updates, go to edgefoodtheatre.com and follow Pan Pacific Singapore on Facebook and Instagram.

Edge Food Theatre
Pan Pacific Singapore, Level 3
7 Raffles Boulevard
Tel: +65 6826 8240
Nearest Station: City Hall/Promenade
Email: celebrate.sin@panpacific.com

This post is brought to you by Pan Pacific Singapore.

We’ve tried many turkeys for Christmas this year, but Plaza Brasserie’s rendition is hands down the best that we’ve had in Singapore. Ever since we sampled Executive Chef Jackson’s and Executive Sous Chef Ken’s tantalising roasts during For The Love of Roasts Buffet - PARKROYAL on Beach Road’s inaugural presentation of a buffet that is centered around tantalising roasts and exotic meats – we have no doubt that the duo can cook their meat really well.

So we were really excited to try their Christmas Buffet because of the various meats that are part of the Christmas lineup. The highlight is without a doubt the aforementioned traditional roast turkey, but equally good is the Hungarian Mangalica Pork – making its debut at Plaza Brasserie this year. Also, you can get two Boston Lobsters (weighing 500g each) at just S$38++ during the festive promotion every day from 12 to 31 Dec 2014.

We share with you the various meats that you cannot miss the world for, and yes, they are available for takeaways too. Oh, have you seen strawberry snowmen too? Too cute to be true, but we are all prey to such Instagram-worthy desserts, isn’t it?

Here are the reasons to celebrate Christmas at Plaza Brasserie, PARKROYAL on Beach Road! Have a very merry Christmas!

#1 THE BEST ROAST TURKEY WE’VE HAD FOR CHRISTMAS IN SINGAPORE THIS YEAR

The Traditional Roast Turkey stuffed with Sausage Meat, chestnut and mushroom is handled with complete tender loving care. The result of the chefs’ understanding of meat treatment and immaculate grasp of temperatures is an extremely moist and tender turkey, with its sweetness still retained, and juicy with every bite. And you would know that ‘moist’ and ‘tender’ are not words that are frequently apt to describe turkey. You can just imagine how our lives were changed since the first bite.

But the turkey is not the only highlight, of course. Also starring in the Plaza Brasserie’s Christmas Buffet is the Hungarian Mangalica Pork Roast.

#2 THE TO-DIE-FOR HUNGARIAN MANGALICA PORK ROAST – THE ‘KOBE BEEF’ OF PORK

The Mangalitsa pig, for the uninitiated, is one of the oldest European breeds and after nearly facing extinction; it has been making a surprising but definitely welcoming comeback in high-end restaurants. Prized for its fatty and well-marbled meat, it is the king of the pigs – the kobe beef of pork, if we must.

Plaza Brasserie will be serving the Hungarian Mangalica Pork during its Festive and Christmas Buffets in the month of December! The prized pork truly lives up to its name, and the chefs’ skills in preparation no less. You may wonder if any special seasoning went in to complement the pork, but no, it is purely the brilliant controlling of temperatures and heat, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. And voila, you’ve got a to-die-for dish that is up on the carving station. All you can eat, so you know what to do, right?

#3 GET TWO BOSTON LOBSTERS (500G EACH) AT A CRAZY PRICE OF S$38++

The lobster roll trend has hit our shores this year, and while we love lobsters, it can be quite a hit – literally – on our wallets. Most places that serve lobster rolls in Singapore are charging at least S$30 for a roll that comes with a measly 100g of lobster meat. If you want one that comes with 500g of meat, be prepared to pay at least S$45 to S$50.

What if we tell you that you can get TWO Boston lobsters (weighing 500g each) at a ridiculously unbelievable price of S$38++? We are not kidding. When you go for Plaza Brasserie’s Christmas Dinner Buffet, you can do an optional top-up for a serving of two Boston lobsters that are baked ala minute and drizzled with two sauce choices – black pepper, or onions with white pepper. S$38++ for two Boston lobsters is a steal and we still cannot get over how good a deal this is.

This promotion is available at Plaza Brasserie’s Christmas Dinner Buffet every day from 12 Dec 2014 to 1 Jan 2015.

#4 HONEY GLAZED HAM WITH PINEAPPLE AND CRANBERRY SAUCE

So we are lovers of honey glazed hams; well, what are Christmases without these porky goodness? Plaza Brasserie’s version is nothing overly greasy or fatty. It is not sickly salty too, so you won’t have to feel bad about eating that additional slice.

Dunk the thick chunk into the homemade pineapple or cranberry sauce, because happiness can be so simple.

#5 INSTAGRAM THIS – STRAWBERRY SNOWMEN

Because a photo speaks a thousand words, right? Grab your cameras, head to the dessert section, and shoot your own version. We promise it will get you so many likes.

#6 PARKROYAL ON BEACH ROAD’S FIRST EVER CHRISTMAS DAY BRUNCH AT THE BALLROOMS

This year, PARKROYAL on Beach Road will be having its first ever Christmas Day Brunch at The Ballrooms – the hotel’s latest function space. Decked with glittery chandeliers, the hall has a modern and elegant setting. The kids will get their own Kid’s Zone in the adjacent Sky Ballroom which comes with a mini kid’s buffet. In addition, there will be a cupcake decorating competition for children from 4 to 12 years old.

#7 AND MANY MORE FOR CHRISTMAS TAKEAWAYS

So we feast at both sides – at home, and in restaurants, right? Santa will approve the idea, and even more so if you do your takeaways from Plaza Brasserie (available from 12 Dec 2014 to 1 Jan 2015). Sure, takeaway options are aplenty, but we trust that one buffet session alone at Plaza Brasserie won’t suffice. How often do we get flavourful meats and awesome turkeys? Certainly not every day, and that is why we need to “stock up” for supper.

Well, the idea of watching soccer and eating Roast Mangalica Pork is brilliant, yes? The Roast Mangalica Pork Collar Butt is available at S$88 for a 1.5kg serving. And how about the best Roast Turkey (S$108/4kg) too? If you need your beef fix, then the Premium Roast Beef ($138/1kg) is for you. Some Honey Baked Ham ($78/1.5kg) too, perhaps?

And there is always room for desserts. If you want a classic log cake, you have the Chocolate/Vanilla Christmas Log Cake (S$58/1kg) that is also part of the takeaway galore.

Festive Lunch Buffet from 12 to 30 Dec 2014
(*excluding 24, 25 and 31 Dec 2014, and 1 Jan 2015)
Daily: Adult S$45, Child S$27

Festive Dinner Buffet from 12 to 30 Dec 2014
(*excluding 24, 25 and 31 Dec 2014, and 1 Jan 2015)
Mon to Thu: Adult S$60, Child S$36 / Fri to Sun: Adult S$65, Child S$39

Christmas Eve Buffet 24 Dec 2014
Lunch: Adult S$45 Child S$27 / Dinner: Adult S$88 Child SS$53

Christmas Day Buffet 25 Dec 2014
Lunch: Adult S$68 Child S$41 / Dinner: Adult S$68 Child SS$41

Christmas Day Brunch at The Ballrooms 25 Dec 2014
Brunh: Adult S$88 Child S$53

New Year’s Eve Buffet 31 Dec 2014
Lunch: Adult S$45 Child S$27 / Dinner: Adult S$78 Child SS$47

New Year’s Buffet 1 Jan 2015
Lunch: Adult S$60 Child S$36 / Dinner: Adult S$60 Child SS$36

ANZ, BOC, DBS, Diner’s Club, HSBC, Maybank, NTUC, OCBC and UOB credit card members enjoy the following discount:
- 15% off festive lunch/dinner buffet from 12 to 30 Dec 2014, except for 24 and 25 Dec
- 15% off festive lunch/dinner buffet on 24, 25, 31 Dec 2014 and 1 Jan 2015*
- 15% off festive takeaways from 12 Dec 2014 to 1 Jan 2015

(Prior reservation is required and full payment to be made by 18 December 2014. Seats are subject to availability with priority given to full payment received on a first-come-first-served basis.)

For more details, go to PARKROYAL on Beach Road’s website, and like them on facebook.

Plaza Brasserie
PARKROYAL on Beach Road
7500 Beach Road, Level One
Tel: +65 6505 5710
Daily: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 10pm
Email: dining.prsin@parkroyalhotels.com

This post is brought to you by PARKROYAL on Beach Road. 

‘Tis the season to be feasting again! Well, not like we really need a reason to pig out, but Christmas is always jolly and even merrier when we get to indulge in fine food! It is everyone’s favourite month. Christmas shopping will have us shopping to our hearts’ content, and Christmas feasting is a month-long affair with endless turkeys and pretty log cakes.

We have been working hard since months ago to put together our line-up of Christmas features, and in this annual Best of Christmas Dinners, we have sieved out perennial favourites and exciting creations for your enjoyment. With a series of seasonal highlights that will cater to every budget, it is high time we all start making plans on where to bring our loved ones to.

Whether you are looking for a special place to bring your date to, or enchanting options for gifts and takeaways, here is our guide to Christmas Dinner & Takeaway in Singapore 2014 – 8 places that will fit every budget for Christmas this year.

OLIVE TREE AT INTERCONTINENTAL SINGAPORE

For Christmas this year, the theme of the Christmas buffet at Olive Tree is a Spanish Fiesta and the restaurant will be decorated in a striking contrast of colours, together with fun-filled activities that will make you feel as though you are partying in Barcelona.

Some of the dishes that you can look out for are 6-month Aged Jamon Iberico Carving, Chorizo Sausages, Jarrete de Ternera (Bone-in Veal Shank with Onion Pearls and Carrot Marmalade) and Bacalado con Almejas (Cod Fillet with Fresh Manila Clams and Saffron). Our favourite?

There will be an array of Spanish desserts at the festive buffet spread, and the highlight is certainly the churros. The freshly fried and supremely addictively churros that comes with the most decadent orange chocolate dip, served warm no less.

Well if you need your Yule Log Cakes, trust Intercontinental Singapore to be one of the bests in town when it comes to delivering both traditional and creative ones.

Visit singapore.intercontinental.com/festive to find out more about festive dining at Intercontinental Singapore.

1 to 31 Dec 2014
Festive International Buffet Lunch
Mon to Fri: S$68++, Sat & Sun: S$78++
Festive International Buffet Dinner
Sun to Thu: $88++, Fri & Sat: S$118++

24 Dec 2014
Christmas Eve International Buffet Lunch S$88++
Christmas Eve International Buffet Dinner S$148++

25 Dec 2014
Christmas Day International Buffet Dinner S$148++

80 Middle Road
Intercontinental Hotel Singapore
Tel: +65 6825 1061
Nearest Station: Bugis

INTERCONTINENTAL SINGAPORE’S TAKE-HOME YULETIDE TREATS

From succulent roasts, to yule logs, Christmas fruitcakes, as well as festive treats, Executive Chef Eric Neo and his team at Intercontinental Singapore have got it all covered. The Pièce de résistance is Turkey “Panggang” ($135+ for 5kg, which is inspired by Chef Eric’s favourite local dish – Ayam Panggang. Instead of the typical roasted turkey, Intercontinental Singapore’s Turkey Panggang is given a refreshing oriental twist; you can be sure that all your guests will have nothing but praises for it.

Turkey aside, other festive roasts include Rolled Pork Belly Crackling ($120+ for 3kg), Roasted Duckling a l’Orange ($80+ for 2-3kg pre-roasted) as well as the Honey-glazed Pork Ham ($100+ for 2 kg).

Another noteworthy item is the Heritage Peranakan Log ($70+, 1kg) features a composition of lime-coconut mousse with pineapple-ginger compote layered between willowy soft pandan sponge and pandan kueh lapis. What’s better than having a log cake to celebrate Christmas? Having a marvellous creation that combines the traditional yule log cake with kueh lapis!

Other traditional offerings include the Classic Chocolate Cherry Winter Log (S$65+, 1kg), Buche de Noel Hazelnut Crunch (S$65, 1kg), Mistletoe Pear Helene Sleigh (S$65, 1kg) and the super cute Snow House Nutty Fruit Cake (S$50+, 800g).

For orders and enquiries of the take-home yuletide treats (available from 1 to 25 Dec 2014), please call the Festive Desk at +65 6825 1008, email sinhb-festive@ihg.com or visit singapore.intercontinental.com/festive to purchase online.

1F, Hotel Intercontinental
80 Middle Road
Nearest Station: Bugis

CARLTON HOTEL SINGAPORE CHRISTMAS GOODIES TAKEAWAY

There are a few good reasons to throw a Christmas party, and enjoying a scrumptious feast from Carlton Hotel Singapore’s lineup of traditional roast and sweet bakes is one of them.

Every Christmas, fans of Carlton Hotel Singapore’s Christmas goodies look forward to its Whole Turkey with chestnut stuffing, cranberry and turkey jus; and this year is no exception. For Christmas 2014, the latest Yuletide creations include Mango Yuzu Manjari Log Cake, Homemade Pecan Pie and Slow-Roasted OP Beef with Shallot Sauce.

Still deciding on which log cake to get this Christmas? Carlton Hotel Singapore’s award-winning pastry team provides you with not one, not two, but three log cake to choose from. Besides the newly created Mango Yuzu Manjari Log Cake, the Classic Chocolate Log Cake is sells like hotcakes every year. Also, back by popular demand is the Flame Valentino Log Cake – inspired by Tuxedo Cafe & Patisserie’s Red Velvet Cupcake, the classic log cake is given a makeover with luscious red velvet sponge cake layered with cream cheese filling and sour cream.

Citibank, DBS/POSB and UOB cardmembers enjoy 15% discount for all Christmas goodies from 1 to 19 Dec 2014, and 10% discount from 20 to 25 Dec 2014.

Carlton Hotel Singapore
76 Bras Basah Road
Nearest Station: City Hall

JAMIE’S ITALIAN SINGAPORE

This UK classic restaurant should be no stranger to everyone by now. Helmed by celebrity chef Jamie Oliver, its first Singapore outpost continues to delight its regulars with a menu that features well-cooked rustic dishes prepared with recipes that Jamie Oliver loves.

From now till 25 Dec 2014, Jamie’s Italian presents its 3-course Christmas Set Menu (S$68++/pax). Start off the meal with a glass of prosecco or mocktail upon arriving at the restaurant. Next up is the signature antipasti plank that is filled with pistachio mortadella, bresaola, hot soppressata, buffalo mozzarella, pecorino cheese, snappy cracker bread, olives, pickles, grilled & marinated vegetables, grissini, homemade focaccia, beetroot-cured salmon on ice with pickled cucumber & crème fraîche. What a feast on its own!

For main course, choose between the Slow-Cooked Duck Leg, 35-Day Aged Angus Sirloin, Sustainable Yellowfin Tuna or Baked Rotolo. Our favourite is the tuna – beautifully seared and served with pretty purple potatoes, this is a refreshing change from our usual yuletide meats.

And the Dessert Plank is another star too, though we prefer to call it the-best-of-all-worlds plank. It showcases all the popular desserts at Jamie’s Italian – in bite-sized servings of course, so that you have room to sample everything – Epic Brownie, Lemon Meringue Cheesecake, Tiramisu and the much-loved Panna Cotta.

Book your Christmas dinner at Jamie’s Oliver Singapore here.

1 Harbourfront Walk, #01-165-167 VivoCity
Tel: +65 6733 5500
Sun to Thu: 12pm – 10pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Harbourfront

OCEAN RESTAURANT BY CAT CORA AT RESORTS WORLD SENTOSA

Awestruck. That was the only word that could describe our feelings when we were at Ocean Restaurant by Cat Cora. The marine world is one so fascinating and it feels surreal to be dining at this stunning restaurant that is within the S.E.A Aquarium.

Head by Chef de Cuisine Yew Eng Tong, the team at Ocean has specially whipped up a 6-course Christmas Eve and Day menu that will satisfy every seafood lover with dishes such as Blue Swimmer Crab Risotto and the Gillardeau Oysters that are flown in fresh from France. Other highlights are Marinated Tuna & Beet Seaweed, Puffed Rice & Goma, as well as the 12-Hour Slow Cooked Kurobuta Pork Belly, Cabbage Puree & Mustard. The 4-course set lunch (S$68++/pax) offers superb value, too. Who says dining at the celebrity restaurant would cost you an arm or a leg?

Read our guide to Christmas at Resorts World Sentosa – 7 restaurants for festive dining for more recommendations.

For reservations, call +65 6577 6688 or email dining@rwsentosa.com

24, 25, 31 Dec 2014 & 1 Jan 2015
4-course set lunch at S$68++/pax
4-course set dinner at S$168++/pax, 6-course set dinner at S$198++/pax (2 seatings: 6pm-8pm and 8.30pm onwards)

S.E.A. Aquarium, Resorts World Sentosa
8 Sentosa Gateway
Tel: +65 6577 6688
Daily: 11.30am – 3pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Harbourfront

POULET RESTAURANT

Poulet is a familiar name that we always turn to when we want trusty comfort food without breaking the bank. For Christmas this year, Poulet has introduced a new version of its signature roast chicken – the Poulet Roti is served in a traditional brown sauce with caramelised cinnamon apple (S$17.90++ for half, S$30.90++ for whole). Something different from its usual mushroom cream sauce, something more wholesome for some warmth in December. And you have to order it with the all-time favourite Truffled Mashed Potato (S$5.90).

Forget the iced water or Coke, and quench your thirst with a glass of the ultra refreshing Blood Orange & Minty Cucumber Cooler (S$4.90++). We love the cool tinge of cucumber so much!

The Rustic French Pear & Apple Tart (S$8.90++) stars a scoop of vanilla ice cream sandwiched in between the airily light and crispy puff pasty, with sweet chunks of pear and apple bits generously scattered all around the plate.

Stand a chance to win an 8-day land tour to France for two this Christmas. Simply order the Poulet Roti with caramelised apple sauce, visit www.poulet.com.sg to fill up your particulars and include a short write-up (in less than 300 words) on why you want to win this Christmas gift from Poulet.

HarbourFront Walk
#01-175/176/177
Tel: +65 6376 9087
Daily: 11.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Harbourfront

QUAYSIDE FISH BAR & BISTRO

Quayside Fish Bar & Bistro, our go-to seafood restaurant nestled in the tranquil Quayside Isle, is offering a 3-course lunch at S$69++/pax, 4-course dinner at S$109++/pax, and 5-course dinner at S$119++/pax. All Christmas menus (available from 1 to 31 Dec 2014) come with a complimentary glass of Sauvignon Blanc/Pinot Noir/Bubbly.

The Christmas lunch comes with the Butternut Squash that is topped with a lovely porcini emulsion and lumpfish caviar. For main course, choose between the Baked Herb Spiced King Seabream, or Shredded Duck Confit Mushroom Ragout. And what’s not to like about the Instagram-worthy Dark Chocolate Mousse that is made of hazelnut sponge and a shiny milk chocolate glaze?

Book a table at Quayside Fish Bar & Bistro and surprise your date with a romantic Christmas dinner that will satisfy the senses. Both the appetisers – Smoked Rainbow Trout and the Buckwheat Blini with Pan-seared Hokkaido Scallop – will ensure that you start your feast in style.

It is difficult to decide between the Sous Vide Wagyu Ribeye and the Pan-seared Swordfish Steak but you can have the best of both worlds by ordering one each to share. For those who opt for the additional course, there is an amuse bouche of Foie Gras Porcini Truffle. The Deconstructed Christmas Log Cake with a shot of baileys well marks the sweet ending to your Christmas celebrations.

31 Ocean Way #01-11
Quayside Isle, Sentosa Cove
Tel: +65 6268 8633
Tue: 9am – 12 midnight
Wed & Thu: 12pm – 12 midnight
Fri: 12pm – 1am
Sat: 9am – 1am
Sun: 9am – 12 midnight
Nearest Station: Harbourfront

THE WESTIN SINGAPORE’S SEASONAL TASTES

Seasonal Tastes at The Westin Singapore is one of the places that always warms our hearts whenever we revisit them.

Highlights of Seasonal Tastes’ Christmas Eve Dinner buffet include Lobster Au Gratin, 90-day Angus Grain-Fed Prime Rib, Goose Liver Terrine, Pan-fried Goose Liver, and an extensive selection of seafood including snow crabs, oysters, live prawns, deep-sea scallops, lobsters and crabs.

Wake up to Christmas and continue the feast with Christmas Day Brunch Buffet. Or indulge in Whole Baked Snapper, Apple Honey-Glazed Turkey, and Classic Christmas Panettone during Christmas Day Dinner Buffet. Whatever it is, you can be sure that there will be a lot of food to excite your taste buds

For the Christmas buffets, the pastry chef and her team will be baking Classic Christmas Yule Log, Christmas Cupcake, as well as a ‘live’ gingerbread DIY station to add to the dessert shrine.

To find out more about Seasonal Tastes’ Christmas buffets, read our guide to celebrating Christmas at The Westin Singapore.

24 December 2014
Lunch: Adult $42++, Child (aged 5 – 12 years old) $21++
Dinner: Adult $178++* and $148++, Child (aged 5 – 12 years old) $74++

25 December 2014
Brunch: Adult $178++* and $148++, Child (aged 5 – 12 years old) $74++
Dinner: Adult $178++* and $148++, Child (aged 5 – 12 years old) $74++

*inclusive of free-flow of champagne, beer, wines and soft drinks

32/F The Westin Singapore
Asia Square Tower 2
12 Marina View
Mon to Sat Lunch Buffet: 12pm – 2.30pm
Mon to Sun Dinner Buffet: 6.30pm – 10pm
Sunday Champagne Brunch: 12pm – 3pm
Nearest Station: Downtown/Marina Bay