Run by the same guys behind the now-defunct Ronin and Punch at North Canal Road, Gather is their new concept at Raffles Hotel Arcade that opened its doors on the 1st of February.

Gather serves both sweet and savoury French crêpes, sandwiches, baked goods, coffee and other beverages. Being a treat loved by most, crêpes are no stranger to us, but what makes Gather stand out amongst the rest? Read on to find out!

Being situated in a British colonial designed building, Gather boasts an old-school charm. The simple interior and open concept was inviting and comfortable;  it is a cosy place to unwind and spend some private time.

They have a merchandise corner as well for those who might be interested in take-homes such as soap, fragrance oil and so on.

We had the Parma Ham (S$18) that came with Italian parma ham, Gruyère, cheddar and egg. It was absolutely delightful with a crispy outer layer and when layered and folded, it had a chewy and fluffy texture. The parma ham and cheeses paired well with the light batter, while the egg in the middle helped to reduce the saltiness.

You’d expect this combination to be too overwhelming with sodium that it might be cloyingly sick but we promise you, it isn’t.

You get to witness the skilful crêpe making process over the counter as they freshly prepare it upon ordering at their open-concept kitchen.

Currently, they have six types of savoury and three types of sweet crêpes on their menu. Main or dessert, up to you!

Breakfast is never complete without a cuppa. The White (S$5 for 5oz) had a nice froth and was fragrant, but no wow-factor from it nor a differentiating flavour from other coffee shops. Still, it is a decent cup of coffee for a casual caffeine fix.

The crêpe itself was enough to make us want to revisit this cafe again. Good ambience and great hospitality from the staff there! They were really cheerful, welcoming and polite, constantly making sure everything was of satisfaction and made appropriate recommendations.

Also, they are still in their soft launch period until the 5th of February where payment is by a tipping basis to pay-as-you-like. Give these guys a visit ASAP for some great food and vibes!

Gather
328 North Bridge Road
#01-12 Raffles Hotel Arcade
Singapore 188719
Mon to Sat: 8am to 10pm
Sun: 8am to 6pm

Christmas season is truly the best season of the year – what’s not to love about presents and the amazing festive food? Christmas is definitely the time to let loose, have fun and indulge in all that festive nosh.

Edge at Pan Pacific Singapore is one of the best buffet restaurants in Singapore. With their luxurious spread of savoury dishes as well as one of the largest dessert spreads in Singapore, Edge is the perfect destination for your festive celebrations!

What you can expect from Edge’s holiday roast lineup include Pineapple and Clove Glazed Bone-In Gammon Ham, Eight Spices Roasted Whole Turkey and an Oven Roasted Garlic Mustard and Rosemary Angus Prime Beef. Treat yourself to their festive sweet treats that include their Jivara Milk Chocolate Pear William and Caramel Nut Log Cake, Ye Olde English Fruitcake with Brandy Sauce and Christmas Bread Pudding with Pistachio Nuts and Dried Fruits.

If you love this festive season and food as much as us, we know you’ll have a jolly good time at Edge’s Festive Buffet lineup.

Edge’s festive buffet is available for lunch, brunch and dinner from 11 November till 30 December 2019, with a Thanksgiving dinner special on 28 November 2019, and Christmas dinners and brunches on 24 and 25 December 2019. The series of celebratory buffets will conclude with dinner and brunch buffets for the New Year on 31 December 2019 and 1 January 2020.

To make this holiday season even more special, here’s a gift from us to you! Quote ‘LIC20′ upon making the reservations to enjoy 20% off the festive lunch and dinner buffet at Edge from now till 30 December 2019! Terms and conditions apply.

EIGHT SPICES ROASTED WHOLE TURKEY

A must-have at any Christmas table is a Roasted Whole Turkey. Edge’s turkey has been marinated and seasoned with eight different spices. Each layer of flavour from the spices will meld together in perfect harmony as you sink your teeth into each piece of succulent meat.

The tender turkey meat pairs well with oven-roasted vegetables – a blend of smoky spices and a mild sweetness melded with a charred flavour.

PINEAPPLE & CLOVE GLAZED BONE-IN GAMMON HAM

Another Christmas must-have would definitely be glazed ham. It’s great for sharing and it’s ultra-delicious and has the ability to whet anybody’s appetites. There’s just something about this sweet-and-savoury pairing that makes people happy.

Edge’s Pineapple & Clove Glazed Bone-In Gammon Ham ticks all of the above boxes. The pineapple and clove glaze lends the smoky ham a complex flavour – a blend of sweetness, spice and with a slight tang. This holiday roast will have you craving seconds (and thirds)!

OVEN-ROASTED GARLIC MUSTARD & ROSEMARY ANGUS PRIME BEEF

If you’re a meat-lover and can’t resist a mouth-wateringly good roast beef, look out for Edge’s Oven-Roasted Garlic Mustard & Rosemary Angus Prime Beef. Served with a thick gravy, these perfectly-cooked beef slices will be your new favourite festive dish.

The Angus Prime Beef was served slightly rare with a well-marbled middle. We loved how the beef was so tender and juicy – each bite bursting with flavours from the rosemary and garlic mustard. Pair it with some roasted veggies and you’ll be rubbing your bellies in satisfaction.

CHARCOAL CRUST ROAST GAMMON HAM PIZZA

Pizza fans rejoice! You will be getting the best of both worlds with Edge’s Charcoal Crust Roast Gammon Ham Pizza — they have spun their own festive twist to the usual pizza by adding in Gammon Ham, one of their festive Christmas treats.

We loved how the cheese and gammon ham go so well with each other while the arugula topping gives that peppery hint!

SEAFOOD ON ICE

Edge’s roasted meats may take centre stage this Christmas but their smorgasbord of fresh seafood should not be underestimated. What you can expect is freshly sliced salmon, octopus and tuna sashimi.

Choose from a wide range of oceanic gems ranging from huge lobsters, chunky prawns, crayfish, scallops and mussels to clams, and eat to your heart’s content! When you are here, expect nothing less than fresh and juicy crustacean meat.

SASHIMI

Did someone say unlimited sashimi? Glad we have your attention. Be sure to save room for thick slices of tuna, octopus and salmon sashimi.

NAM-TOK SALMON SASHIMI

Also on Edge’s festive seafood lineup is Nam-Tok Salmon Sashimi. Fresh salmon sashimi is dressed in a marinade of lime and dried chillis, giving the silky salmon new depth of flavour. We simply devoured the sashimi – the lime and chilli marinade was just too addictive!

LOCAL DELIGHTS

Edge also plates up some seriously delectable renditions of our local classics. This year’s lineup includes Singapore Black Pepper Crab and Wok-Fried Kway Teow with Pacific Clams & Eggs.

Black Pepper Crab is a Singaporean favourite. Sweet crabmeat paired with a savoury pepper sauce that you simply can’t get enough of – what’s not to love? The fried kway teow is equally delicious – the charred “wok-hei” taste whilst prominent, still allows the flavour of the seafood shine through.

ASIAN SPECIALITIES

The holiday lineup at Edge also includes a wide range of Asian cuisines. These Asian specialities will tantalize your tastebuds in the best way possible.

If you’re a fan of spice, the peranakan Udang Masak Lemak Nenas is a spicy seafood curry with fresh prawns and tomatoes. The spice is strong but is balanced out by the sweetness of the tomatoes and the succulent prawns!

You can also expect Saffron Turkey Tikka. Instead of the traditional chicken tikka loved by anyone who enjoys Indian cuisine, turkey is used. The juicy turkey meat is so wonderfully spiced and flavoured, it’s sure to be a hot favourite this season.

The last dish hails from China – “Zha Jiang Noodles” with shredded cucumber and chilli. This Chinese cuisine classic is a mix of “QQ” noodles and a savoury meat sauce that’s impossible to resist.

CARVING STATION & MEAT SELECTION

Besides the festive goodies, Edge’s normal buffet lineup is nothing short of spectacular and is just as mouthwateringly delicious. Look forward to the abundance of grilled meats at their Grill Station and their freshly cut roasts at the Carving Station.

Our favourites were the tender Baked Whole Salmon, Crackling Roast Pork and the Grilled Beef with Roasted Potatoes! Not forgetting the umami-bomb that was the Beef Stew – fork-tender beef is stewed in a thick, rich savoury stew.

STREET FOOD GALORE

Even more than just local delights, Edge has live stations to cater to street food junkies – a DIY Lok-Lok station for those who love their goodies on skewers and even a live Chicken Rice Station where skilled chefs will chop up some tender chicken for you on the spot!

CHRISTMAS BREAD PUDDING WITH PISTACHIOS & DRIED FRUITS

Of course, a Christmas table isn’t complete without some sort of bread pudding. This ooey-gooey treat is well-loved by young and old for its nostalgic flavour, reminding everyone of home as soon as you taste it!

Bread is steeped in sweet custard and topped with a vibrant assortment of fruits and nuts, making for this unforgettable Christmas classic. We loved how despite its simple, rustic look, it was still a flavour and texture explosion.

FESTIVE CAKES & DESSERTS

This festive period, Edge has created some delicious sweet treats for diners; think Jivara Milk Chocolate Pear William nd Caramel Nut Log Cake, Durian Log Cake and Ye Olde English Fruitcake with Brandy Sauce.

It’s time to throw your diets out of the window for one night and savour these delectable desserts! Our favourite had to be the Durian Log Cake with such a fresh durian cream filling. Durian-lovers will have a new favourite dessert once you taste this indulgent log cake.

If you’re someone who can’t go without a little alcohol in their desserts, the boozy brandy sauce for the Ye Olde English Fruitcake will have you craving for more!

DESSERT SHRINE

A trip to Edge is simply not complete without a trip to their epic dessert shrine. Stepping into the sweets zone, you’ll feel like you’re a Charlie in the chocolate factory, reliving your dreams of being surrounded by all-things sugary and sweet.

This is the station to worship and stuff your mouths full of sweet, chocolatey goodness, as they have a wide array of quality desserts, such as Nama Chocolates, petite cakes and chocolate pralines.

Do not leave Edge without trying their amazing Nama Chocolates! They come in three flavours: Matcha, Rum Chocolate, and Raspberry. These tiny indulgent squares have a smooth, velvety texture that is dusted with fine cocoa powder. When we bit into them, they immediately melted in our mouths, oozing a thick, luscious filling.

For more details on the festive promotions, check out the Pan Pacific Singapore website here.

Festive Lunch
S$62/adult, S$31/child
11 to 30 November 2019 (Excluding Sundays): 12pm – 2.30pm

S$75/adult, S$37.50/child
1 to 24 December & 26 to 31 December 2019 (Excluding Sundays): 12pm – 2.30pm

Festive Dinner
S$98/adult, S$49/child
11 to 30 November 2019:  6.30pm – 10.30pm

S$108/adult, S$54/child
1 to 23 December 2019 & 26 to 30 December 2019: 6.30pm – 10.30pm

Festive Brunch
S$208/alcoholic with rosé champagne adult, S$188/alcoholic adult, S$128/non-alcoholic adult, S$64/child
17 and 24 November 2019: 12pm – 3.30pm

S$228/alcoholic with rosé champagne adult, S$208/alcoholic adult, S$158/non-alcoholic adult, S$79/child
1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 December 2019: 12pm – 3.30pm

Christmas Day Dinner
S$208/alcoholic adult, S$158/non-alcoholic adult, S$79/child
24 December 2019: 6.30pm  – 10.30pm

S$168/alcoholic adult, S$128/non-alcoholic adult, S$64/child
25 December 2019: 6.30pm – 10.30pm

Christmas Day Brunch
S$238/alcoholic with rosé champagne adult, S$218/alcoholic adult, S$168/non-alcoholic adult, S$84/child
25 December 2019: 12pm – 2pm

S$258/alcoholic with rosé champagne adult, S$238/alcoholic adult, S$178/non-alcoholic adult, S$89/child
25 December 2019: 2.30pm – 4.30pm

Thanksgiving Dinner
S$98/adult, S$49/child
28 November 2019: 6.30pm – 10.30pm

New Year’s Eve Dinner
S$238/alcoholic adult, S$188/non-alcoholic adult, S$94/child
31 December 2019: 6.30pm – 10.30pm

New Year’s Day Brunch
S$188/alcoholic adult, S$128/non-alcoholic adult, S$64/child
1 January 2020: 12pm – 4pm

New Year’s Day Dinner
S$98/adult, S$49/child
1 January 2020: 6.30pm – 10.30pm

Terms & Conditions

• Child price is valid for children six to 12 years of age.
• Prices are subject to 10% service charge and prevailing Goods & Services tax, unless otherwise stated.
• Highlighted buffet menu items are on rotation and subject to change without prior notice.
• Subject to availability. Reservations are highly recommended.
• Guests with known food allergies or intolerances may contact our service associates for assistance.

The Ladyironchef promo code is not valid for:

• Sunday Brunch at Edge
• Eve of and on Public Holidays
• in conjunction with any other offers, discounts, membership privileges, promotions and/or vouchers

Edge at Pan Pacific Singapore
7 Raffles Boulevard
Level 3 Pan Pacific Singapore
Singapore 039595
Tel: +65 6826 8240
Daily: 6am – 10.30am, 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Promenade

This post was brought to you by Edge at Pan Pacific Singapore.

With food options and retail stores galore, the new Funan mall is definitely one of Singapore’s hot topics. If you haven’t yet gone down to Funan, you might want to take this chance to drop by for some retail therapy or just a meal with your buddies – no matter what, you’ll be spoilt for choice!

One of Funan’s hidden gems would definitely be Trufflelicious, stowed away on the second floor of the mall in the shape of a food truck. They specialise in all things truffle-related yet keep their prices friendly on your wallets!

First up on the table was the Truffle Sukiyaki Beef Don (S$12). Thin slices of sweet sukiyaki beef and a wobbly onsen egg sits on a bed of rice and is topped off with freshly-grated black truffle!

The beef was super tender and flavourful, having a delicious sweet-and-savoury taste from the sukiyaki sauce. Mix it all in with the egg and truffle shavings to perfume the dish with that strong umami flavour of truffle!

Their Truffle Chicken Don (S$10) definitely did not disappoint as well. Tender chunks of chicken, coated in a savoury glaze, is also topped with an onsen egg and freshly grated truffle. We loved how succulent the chicken was and given the price point, the portions were rather generous as well!

Last but not least, we had a taste of their cold Truffle Mushroom Pasta (S$10). Cold angel hair pasta is tossed in truffle oil and a medley of mushrooms. It is then finished with a generous grating of black truffle.

A mouthful of this pasta will send you to truffle-heaven and back – it packs a strong punch of truffle, both from the truffle oil and the fresh truffle. If you’re a truffle-lover, prepare to come back often for this!

Overall, we felt that Trufflelicious was very affordable given their pretty generous servings. If you’re hungry and happen to crave some good truffle dishes, Trufflelicious just might be the best option for you!

Trufflelicious by The Travelling C.O.W.
Funan Mall
107 North Bridge Road, #02-K06
Singapore 179105
Daily: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: City Hall

Nested along the rows of bars at Seah Street is Papi’s Tacos. Opened by the crew behind the famous Employees Only, this back-alley taqueria blends fun with food to serve up only the best and most authentic Mexican delights.

From excellently done burritos to tacos, mezcal to a range of tequila-forward cocktails, this humble joint is not only great for a quick taco fix, it is also perfect for winding down after a long workday.

Adorning the shirts with “Papi knows best” on them, the chefs display what real Mexican food is like while they scoop black beans over their tomato rice, toss giant bowls of salsa and fold burritos like it’s nobody’s business—right from behind the open counter.

We ordered Papi’s Classic Margarita (S$15), Steak Quesadilla (S$15), Burrito de Carnitas (S$15) and a set of Tacos de Pescado (S$13).

It didn’t take long for the margarita to arrive. The margarita was a zesty lime cocktail that was nicely balanced without the tequila overpowering the flavour of the lime. We had ours shaken instead of frozen so it diluted a lot less quickly and retained the tang for much longer.

What’s different here is that they use coarse rock salt to line the rim of the glass instead of fine grain salt, which while was an interesting change-up, to some it might make the drink too salty to enjoy.

While it’s much smaller than the likes of Stuff’d, the Burrito de Carnitas is still an extremely generous portion meant to satiate the hungry. It was filled with slow-braised pork, Mexican rice, black beans, shredded cheese, pico de gallo and sour cream.

Not to be daunted by the amount of rice and black beans in it, the pico de gallo was extremely fresh and tangy and provided that acidity required to cut through all the flavours.

The Tacos de Pescado is a set of flour tortillas topped with grilled white dory, fresh cabbage, and smoked chipotle aioli.

It proves that size doesn’t matter here as, despite its small size, they were handheld pockets of flavour. The firm juicy white fish flaked off beautifully and was complemented by the creamy rich aioli, which was slightly spicy without overbearing.

The fresh cabbage provided a good crunch to add on to the layers of texture in the dish. Our only pity was that we devoured them too quickly.

Our last dish was the quesadilla. Within the tortillas were good honest strips of steak cooked till slightly pink in the middle and covered in cheese, served with homemade salsa and sour cream.

We had a hard time deciding if we liked the taco of the quesadilla more. The meat wasmoist and tender while the cheese provided that savoury umami taste that left us feeling guilty and sinful but still wanting more.

As the eatery is a small dining space with only 16 seats, do try to make your way down before peak hours to snag a good seat—be it over the counter to watch the chefs at work, or to dine alfresco and enjoy a good smoke.

Papi’s Tacos
39 Seah Street
Singapore 188395
(Closed on Sundays)
Mon to Sat: 5pm – 11.30pm
Nearest Station: City Hall

For more recommendations, read our guide on 20 Mexican Places in Singapore with authentic Mexican food.