One of the main reasons we manage to get out of bed on Sundays is the prospect of the perfect brunch meal. We have had our fair share of champagne brunches in Singapore but one has always stood out above the rest.

Yes, Hilton Singapore’s exciting lineup in their Sunday Champagne Brunch is what dreams are made of. This time, they have revamped their menu with new dishes and a better dining experience.

What you must look out for is the new dessert bar that has now taken the place of Hilton Singapore’s popular D9 Cakery. Have the best of the cakery’s sweet treats—free-flow! This also means you are entitled to limitless cheesecakes, which are the best in town, by the way.

We were also thrilled by the new cheese room, one that impressed us with the huge variety of artisan and gourmet cheeses including a brand new raclette cheese station. The careful curation and intricate presentation of the spread never fail to impress.

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LUXURIOUS SEAFOOD

The most popular section at any brunch buffet is undoubtedly the seafood section.

And the luxurious spread at Hilton Singapore fulfilled all our wishes because of the huge variety. The oysters alone are worth coming to the brunch, with several varieties to choose from, including the popular sweet Fine De Claire oysters and the meaty Irish Oysters. As oyster-aficionados, freshly-shucked oysters like these are a plus point.

Even if you are not a huge fan of oysters, the shellfish selection is massive. Pick from lobsters, fresh prawns, scallops and more.

The crab legs were especially enjoyable as the flesh was  super meaty and sweet, good on its own, or with a dash of tabasco for that subtle tartness and heat.

LOTS AND LOTS OF MEATS

A  good brunch is not complete without meats and Hilton Singapore’s selection of grilled meats will most definitely satisfy. There is something for everybody. Think Herb-Roasted Lamb Rack, Roasted Sakura Chicken, BBQ Jamon Iberico Pork Ribs and US Prime Ribs.

The Prime Ribs were cooked to a perfect medium rare with a juicy pink center. Of course, the meat is well-seasoned, but an addition of their homemade Peppercorn Sauce just kicks it up a notch. Fans of ribs will go ga-ga over the tender BBQ Jamon Iberico Pork Ribs and the Sakura Chicken is a good choice for anyone who does not take dark meats. We were surprised that the chicken was not dry and still really well cooked and juicy. It is best paired with some Bearnaise – the perfect combination of flavours.

Go ga-ga over the tender BBQ Jamon Iberico Pork Ribs; so tender and flavourful. And the Sakura Chicken is a good choice for anyone who does not take red meats. We were surprised that the chicken was not dry, instead, it was really well cooked and juicy and best paired with some Bearnaise sauce.

A LA MINUTE ITEMS

Most people write noodles or rice dishes off at buffets but the Poached Ramen with Sous Vide 65 Degree Celcius Sakura egg is a gem. The subtle sesame dressing makes it a light option and when you beat and mix the egg together with the other ingredients, each bite is a burst of flavours.

The Homemade Scotch Egg with Black Truffle Hollandaise is a returning favourite. The eggs are cooked upon order so you bet that the scotch eggs will be served to you warm with a beautiful orange runny yolk centre.

Other a la minute items you can look forward to are the Tagliatelle with Sicilian Sauce and Mille-Feuille of Foie Gras & Grain-Fed Tenderloin.

A WHOLE NEW CHEESE ROOM

A spanking new cheese room has been created by the chefs at Hilton Singapore and we felt like a kid in a candy store when we stepped in.

You can find cheeses from all over the world that would suit just about any palette. From simple brie to aged blue cheese, create your ideal cheese platter with a mixture of different cheese. There will also be a cheese specialist who will be there to give you advice should you not know what to go for.

We were inclined to try the Coulommiers Au Lait, a creamy and tasty cow’s milk cheese that is great on a cracker. Some popular options such as Parmigiano Reggiano and Lingot Des Causses are better options for cheese beginners.

However, the undisputed highlight is the raclette cheese counter. This social media superstar is a hot favourite; who does not like melting #cheeseporn?!

The raclette cheese is melted on the spot, before being scraped off onto some bread or potatoes. Have the cheese as quickly as you can to enjoy the warm, melty goodness.

DESSERTS BUFFET, ANYONE?

Because we are huge fans of the sweet treats by D9 Cakery at Hilton Singapore, imagine our joy when we found out that we could enjoy free-flow desserts as part of the champagne brunch.

Yes, that includes its famed cheesecakes! Think American Cheesecake, Blueberry Cheesecake, Pistachio Cheesecake and more; go all out, because there is no limit. And mind you, they typically retail at S$9 per slice!

Other dessert items in the drawers include Lemon Meringue Tart, Crème Caramel and Crème Brulêe, macarons and a whole range of pralines.

Remember to quote ‘LIC100BRUNCH’ to get S$80 OFF with minimum of 3 full paying adults. This promotion is valid for the first 100 redemptions.

Prices:
S$88++ per pax with 1 welcome drink
S$108++ per pax with free flow of sparkling wine, selected white and red wines and beer.
S$148++ per pax with free flow of champagne, selected white and red wines and beer.
S$39++ – child aged 5 to 12 years old

Hilton Singapore
581 Orchard Road
Singapore 238883
For Reservations: +65 6730 3390 / sinhi_F&B@hilton.com
Nearest Station: Orchard Road
www.singapore.hilton.com/restaurants

This post is brought to you by Hilton Singapore.

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.