When it comes to value-for-money buffets in Singapore, J65 at Hotel Jen Tanglin Singapore is always among our top choices. Besides their competitive pricing, their themed buffet spreads are spectacular and the culinary team always has something new up their sleeves to keep things exciting.

Featuring five buffet themes in a week, J65 is one dining destination that you can visit multiple times without getting bored of the food; there is something different every night. J65′s nightly themed buffet dinners were such a hit last year and they are bringing it back this year with two new themes—‘Asian Seafood’ and ‘What The Fish’ on top of the current International, Lobster Rock & Roll, and Seafood Madness themes.

From local delights featuring the best of Singapore’s multi-ethnic cuisines to dishes inspired by flavours from abroad, J65 is an all-rounder where you are definitely able to find many star dishes that will capture your fancy.

From now until 30 Jun 2018, quote ‘ladyironchef’ upon making reservations to enjoy:

*Weekday Promotion: 1-for-1 (Monday to Thursday)
*Valid for first 100 confirmed reservations. Following reservations thereafter can enjoy 25% off on regular buffet price.

Monday International Seafood // S$85++ per person
Tuesday Asian Seafood // S$85++ per person
Wednesday Lobster Rock-n-Roll // S$115++ per person
Thursday What The Fish // S$85++ per person

Weekend Promotion: 25% off (Friday to Sunday)
Friday to Sunday Seafood Madness // S$75++ per person

The first 100 ladyironchef booking (min 2 pax) will also receive complimentary parking coupons at Hotel Jen Tanglin Singapore—limited to one per couple.

MONDAY – INTERNATIONAL SEAFOOD BUFFET

If you are fickle minded like us and can’t decide which theme you like best; that is where the International Seafood buffet theme should satisfy you.

On Mondays, diners are treated to a myriad of cuisines from all over the world—including local, Japanese, Thai and Western. Begin your meal with salmon sashimi and nigiri sushi before proceeding to the Crustacean Seafood Counter which is filled with snow crabs, mud crabs, prawns, and mussels on ice.

Over at the live station, the chefs will whip up a generous portion of Singapore’s iconic Oyster Omelette and Singapore Laksa. Of course, you simply must not skip the highlight at the chef’s table – Slow Roast Angus Beef Prime Ribs, Seafood Thermidor, Braised Pork Knuckle with Black Vinegar and Red Wine Vinegar and Whole Baked Norwegian Salmon.

 More seafood options at the buffet include Stir-Fried Thai Style Clam, Kong Poh Style Prawn, grilled lobsters and the DIY Rojak and Kueh Pie Tee stations.

TUESDAY – ASIAN SEAFOOD BUFFET

The new Asian Seafood buffet theme, happening every Tuesday at J65 pays tribute to traditional Asian culinary techniques that we are all familiar with the use of finest ingredients and spices of the region; where rich flavours and aromas are so vibrant and the tastes brings back memories of good old home cooking.

The chefs’ Asian creations are mouth-watering with many varieties for one to choose from soups to congees, from curries to masak lemaks, from braised to fried and grilled to baked! All with the freshest of seafood!

You must not miss the Korean baked seafood, Teriyaki Salmon, Seafood Tom Yum, Chili Crab, Kam-Heong Prawns, mixed Seafood in Spicy Coconut broth and many more.

WEDNESDAY – LOBSTER ROCK ’N’ ROLL BUFFET

Wednesdays are where lobsters takes the centre stage, the Lobster Rock ’N’ Roll is set to take away all your mid-week blues for the break blues for that much needed indulgent! So dine away with the enthralling range of lobster dishes—boasting fresh Boston lobsters on ice as well as lobsters cooked in different ways.

Watch all the actions happen at the open concept kitchen where the chefs get down to cooking the most flavourful Tandoori Lobster and succulent grilled Lobster. Leave some stomach-space for the Signature Lobster Laksa as well; that is one comforting bowl we always go for at J65.

But that is not all, J65’s Lobster Rock ’N’ Roll buffet has even more lobster dishes to impress; Baked Lobster Thermidor, Lobster Paella, Kam Heong Style Lobster and Singapore Chilli Lobster are just some to name.

Lighter recipes options include Lobster Congee with condiments and Lobster Bisque, which the little ones will love.

THURSDAY – WHAT THE FISH BUFFET

’What The Fish’ is yet another new theme at J65 where the buffet is laden with an array of creations – fish dishes, all prepared in different methods.

With over 10 unique recipes on the menu showcasing grouper, salmon, red snapper, snow fish, seabass, barramundi and more. Get ready to be blown away by the team’s creativity.

Look out for the Fresh Snow Fish Tikka at the Live Station.  It is to die for; amazing flavours and tender chunks of fish-meat.

There is also the Angoli Fish Head with Bee Hoon in Salted Vegetables Soup, and Grilled Stingray which comes with a selection of complementary sauces chili & kicap sambal, air assam and sambal belacan.

There is still more to look forward to for Thursdays. Your dinner continues with the Poached Norwegian Salmon, Hong Kong Style Pomfret, Seabass with Tobiko and Wasabi Cream, Mediterranean Baked Barramundi with Olives, Artichokes, Tomatoes and Herbs, Angoli Fish Head Curry… and the list goes on.

FRIDAY TO SUNDAY – SEAFOOD MADNESS BUFFET

Fridays and weekends are meant for indulgence and you can get that at J65’s Seafood Madness buffet theme. The lavish spread features a plethora of top-notch crustacean dishes for the passionate seafood fans.

In addition of the Boston lobsters, snow crabs and mud crabs, Seafood Madness also includes French oysters in their seafood on ice station! Imagine slurping up freshly shucked oysters all night long—it is a dream come true for all oyster lovers.

Other dishes in the Seafood Madness line-up that steal the limelight are Singapore Chili Crab, Indian Style Curry Prawn, Kam Heong Style Squid and Spicy Crabmeat Spaghetti. What a way to end a long work week!

For all dining enquiries and reservations, please visit www.hoteljen.com/bookJ65, call
+65 6831 4374 or email J65@hoteljen.com.

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J65, Hotel Jen Tanglin Singapore
Level 1 Hotel Jen Tanglin Singapore, 1A Cuscaden Road, Singapore 249716
Tel: +65 6831 4374
Daily: 6:00pm – 9:30pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

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

All-you-can-eat seafood at competitive prices sound a little too good to be true? Well, IT ISN’T. J65 at Hotel Jen Tanglin Singapore introduces four exciting buffet themes throughout the week at very unbelievable prices. Yes, four! And every single one is exhilarating, to say the least.

Offering an assortment of seafood-centric buffet dinners with four different themes, Hotel Jen’s J65 is back at it again. They range from Crab, Lobster, Seafood, International cuisine as well as a myriad of home-style dishes stemming from the multicultural cuisine of Singapore.

From now until 31 Oct 2017, quote ’ladyironchef’ upon making your reservation to enjoy an incredible spread of buffet dishes at the following prices:

International Buffet (Mon): S$89++ for two (U.P. S$55++ per pax)
Crab Galore (Tue): S$119++ for two (U.P. S$75++ per pax)
Lobster Rock-n-Roll (Wed & Thu): S$129++ for two (U.P. S$85++ per pax)
Seafood Mania (Fri, Sat & Sun): S$119++ for two (U.P. S$75++ per pax)

MONDAYS – INTERNATIONAL BUFFET 

Say goodbye to Monday blues when you savour J65′s International buffet spread featuring a scrumptious array of roast meats including Slow Roast Prime Beef Ribs with Roasted Potato and Butter Vegetables and Roasted Pork Knuckle.

Stuff yourselves silly with a myriad of sushi and sashimi. Although the spread was not the most extensive, we were still content. Not discounting the fact that the salmon sashimi was cut thick, making it a joy to chew into.

For something closer to home, camp at the Chicken Satay station for piping hot skewers and the DIY Rojak Bar where you can mix as many ingredients as you like!

Of course, seafood lovers are not excluded in this wonderful feast! You can look forward to a range of seafood selection such as crab, prawn and mussel on ice. And there is the Slow Baked Whole Salmon that we loved for its freshness and flaky, runny pink flesh!

Quote ’ladyironchef’ upon making your reservation to enjoy the International buffet at S$89++ for two (U.P. S$55++ per pax).

TUESDAYS – CRAB GALORE 

A special shoutout to J65′s newest buffet theme that will excite all crab lovers! Crab Galore is where you will find all kinds of crab specialities under one roof. There are 10 different flavours for you to try so be prepared to be spoilt for choice.

Considering the immense variety of crab dishes available, we’d say it is definitely worth every buck. The cold spread comprised the massive Snow Crab and the Mud crabs. Its simple preparation method really allowed us to savour the natural sweetness of the flesh. SO GOOD.

The scene stealer of the night goes to the Chef Signature ‘Kam Heong’ Style Crab—it was a joy peeling the fresh meat off the shells and indulging its firm texture with fragrant Kam Heong sauce.

Do not forget to try the Singapore Chili Crab, Crab And Egg Au Gratin, Black Pepper Crab and Indian Crab Curry. If you have room for more, we would recommend the Chili Crab Pasta, Crab Popiah and Soft Shell Crab Maki as well.

But the one that stood out the most was definitely the Salted Egg Crab. The salted egg sauce was silky, smooth, and incredibly flavourful. Contrary to popular stigma that salted egg dishes are generally heavy, we were surprised that despite the sauce being robust, it was still kept relatively light.

We also love J65 for its open kitchens where the chefs will whip up special dishes of the day a la minute.

The Crab Laksa ‘live’ station is one that Singaporeans will be making many rounds to. A simple laksa recipe but made better with the addition of fleshy crabs—this is comfort food brought to the next level.

Tandoori Crabs sure are delicious and you can get them piping hot from J65′s ‘live’ kitchen too. The crabs are first marinated and left in the tandoor to cook before they are served to you.

Quote ’ladyironchef’ upon making your reservation to enjoy the Crab Galore buffet at S$119++ for two (U.P. S$75++ per pax).

WEDNESDAYS & THURSDAYS – LOBSTER ROCK-N-ROLL 

Lobster Rock-N-Roll is undisputedly the most popular theme at J65. It is an encore from the previous theme for it is well-loved and boasts an exhilarating array of lobster treats in many different types of flavours.

The menu is anything but modest. Help yourselves to an endless supply of Boston, Bamboo  and Slipper lobsters in an assortment of cooking styles—Lobster with Percik Sauce, Singapore Chili Lobster, ‘Kam Heong’ Style Lobster, Tandoori Lobster, Traditional Herbal Broth with Lobster and more.

The one lobster delight that went above and beyond was the Baked Lobster Thermidor. Baked with a generous portion of cheese after being stuffed with mushrooms, this lobster delight was so addictive and was definitely deserving of endless praise.

The purists will have a wonderful time trying the fresh Boston Lobsters On Ice. Personally, we feel that it is not necessary to add condiments as the sweet lobster meat tastes great on its own.

Quote ’ladyironchef’ upon making your reservation to enjoy the Lobster Rock-N-Roll buffet at S$129++ for two (U.P. S$85++ per pax).

FRIDAYS TO SUNDAYS –  SEAFOOD MANIA 

The hectic week has come to end at last, and what better way to cap it off than to indulge lavishly in a delectable spread of seafood? This exceptional spread is your solace after a dreary week at work/ in school.

‘Seafood Mania’ showcases a magnificent spread of different seafood dishes. Fresh seafood on ice options include Boston Lobsters, Snow Crabs, Prawns, Fin de Claire Oyster and Mussels.

Beyond that, you can indulge in Singapore Chili Crab, Seafood Paella, Oyster Omelette, Seafood Thermidor, Fish Head Curry and Squid Masala.

Continue the extravaganza with more seafood dishes, prepared in both Asian and Western ways at the hot station.

The best part of Seafood Mania is the live oyster station. Enjoy freshly shucked oysters all the way from France and you do not have to be shy; just eat to your heart’s content!

Quote ’ladyironchef’ upon making your reservation to enjoy the Seafood Mania buffet at S$119++ for two (U.P. S$75++ per pax).

J65′S FAMED DESSERT SHRINE

The dessert section at J65 is no ordinary feat. In fact, we deem it as the shrine because much effort is taken to plan and put together a spread so irresistible and mind-blowing.

From western cakes to freshly baked Nonya Kuehs, tarts and mousses and an assortment of traditional Potong ice cream flavours… did we also mention that there is a dessert drawer where you can pick out puddings, jellies and other jars of sweet treats, too? Believe us when we say, resistance is futile over here because there are just too many options to choose from! 

If you love the King of Fruits, you will be delighted to know that J65 has an excellent Durian Pengat which is a long-standing favourite since its starting days.

From now until 31 Oct 2017, quote ’ladyironchef’ upon making your reservation to enjoy an incredible spread of buffet dishes at the following prices:

International Buffet (Mon): S$89++ for two (U.P. S$55++ per pax)
Crab Galore (Tue): S$119++ for two (U.P. S$75++ per pax)
Lobster Rock n Roll (Wed & Thu): S$129++ for two (U.P. S$85++ per pax)
Seafood Mania (Fri, Sat & Sun): S$119++ for two (U.P. S$75++ per pax)

For all dining enquiries and reservations, please visit www.hoteljen.com/bookJ65,  call +65 6831 4374 or email J65@hoteljen.com.

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J65, Hotel Jen Tanglin Singapore
Level 1 Hotel Jen Tanglin Singapore, 1A Cuscaden Road, Singapore 249716
Tel: +65 6831 4374
Daily: 6:00pm – 9:30pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

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

J65 at Hotel Jen Tanglin Singapore has done it again.

Already established as one of the best places in Singapore for affordable hotel buffet spreads, the team at J65 has curated a lineup of 5 new thematic dinner buffets which include Live Barbecue, Lobster, International, Seafood and the best of Asian flavours. Lots to delight and indulge every night of the week, we’d say.

From now until 25^th May 2017, quote ’ladyironchef’ upon making your reservation to indulge in an incredible spread of buffet dishes at S$79++ for two (U.P. S$55++ per pax) on Sundays to Tuesdays and S$99++ for two (U.P. S$65++ per pax) on Wednesdays to Saturdays. Yes, in case you are still calculating, IT IS A STEAL.

SUNDAYS & MONDAYS – INTERNATIONAL BUFFET (S$55++ PER PAX)

At S$55++ per pax, enjoy J65′s International buffet spread that takes place from 6pm to 9.30pm on Sundays and Mondays.

The spread comes with a lovely array of meats such as the roasted prime beef ribs, pork knuckles, baked whole Norwegian Salmon and barbequed pork ribs with grilled vegetables

In addition to the already glorious selection of delights, you can also enjoy unlimited helpings of Seafood Fried Rice, Seafood Porridge, Oxtail Stew with Cabernet Sauvignon, Black Pepper Lobster and the Steamed Sea Bass.

While exploring this buffet, make sure you do not bypass the Indian Corner. The Indian Corner features tasty Indian favourites such as Jinga Dum Anari, Hara Moong Dal, Paneer Lababdar, which is best enjoyed with Jeera Rice.

An international buffet is not complete without some sushi and sashimi. Though the Japanese spread is not mind-blowingly extensive, it suffices to keep us happy with the basic maki and salmon sashimi slices.

TUESDAYS – COLOURS OF ASIA BUFFET (S$55++ PER PAX)

On Tuesdays, we enjoy Colours of Asia at S$55++ per pax from 6pm to 9.30pm, where only the very best of Asian specialities are served; think Malaysian, Thai and Chinese favourites.

To start off your feasting, approach the indoor live kitchens and request for some freshly Perchik style roast beef, Bak Kut Teh, Sukiyaki, Crab Masala, Yun Nan Lamb Chop, and Stir-Fried Mussel with Spicy Broth. In addition, choose to delight in Laksa and Tandoors amongst other tasty favourites.

If you need a break from your delightful meal, take a slow stroll to the alfresco stations just outside J65, where you will be treated to the sight of freshly pulled Teh Tarik as well as live whirling and twirling of Roti Prata and Roti Jala.

You will also find a D.I.Y. Ice Kacang station located right beside the Teh-Tarik alfresco station, where you will have the opportunity to concoct your own version of one of Singapore’s favourite traditional desserts.

WEDNESDAYS – LOBSTER ROCK-N-ROLL BUFFET (S$65++ PER PAX)

To spice up your Hump Day, head down to J65 on Wednesdays between 6pm to 9.30pm. The ‘Lobster Rock-n-Roll’ is arguably our favourite themed night, and the dinner buffet spread is priced at a reasonable S$65++ per person.

That is very reasonable for so many types of lobster dishes—all you can eat!

Think Boston lobsters, mountain lobsters and slipper lobsters—all cooked in different ways and styles.

Some of the popular ones are Lobster with Spicy Lemon Ginger Sauce, Lobster with Perchik Sauce and Lobster in Chilli Crab Sauce.

However, the one lobster delight that went above and beyond was the Baked Lobster Thermidor. Baked with a generous portion of cheese after being stuffed with mushrooms, this lobster delight was so addictive and was definitely deserving of endless praise.

And you might dismiss the Lobster Bisque, but we are telling you you’d be sorry. The rich and creamy broth is flavourful and robust, with every spoonful boasting intense lobster flavours.

And how about lobster popiah? We were pleasantly surprised with how well the lobster meat tasted with the stewed turnips and sweet sauce in the popiah.

THURSDAYS – LIVE BARBEQUE BUFFET (S$65++ PER PAX)

If you are a fan of barbeque, you will fall helplessly in love with Live Barbecue which is held on Thursdays between 6pm to 9.30pm.

At S$65++ per pax, the vast selection of high-quality meats will certainly enthral even the most voracious of meat lovers.

Choose from your favourite meats or seafood that you want to have barbequed at the al fresco stations just outside J65.

Signatures not to be missed include J65′s famous Korean Pork Belly Strips, Champagne Pork Ribs and Marinated Beef Rib with Korean Paste. Likewise, a variety of fresh seafood is also available on the menu. Choose from the Grilled Slipper Lobster, Cajun Squid, Darne of Salmon and Baked Seabass with Sambal Paste

Chicken and Mutton Satay with condiments can also be found at the alfresco stations. FREE-FLOW SATAY!

The roast meats at the Hong Kong BBQ is something that J65 is very proud of, and one that we always return for. The Braised Duck is good, the Char Siew is addictive, the Crispy Pork Belly is something we can never resist, but what you cannot miss is the suckling pig which is only available during J65′s Live Barbeque buffet on Thursdays.

FRIDAYS AND SATURDAYS – SEAFOOD MANIA BUFFET (S$65++ PER PAX)

Seafood Mania is held on Fridays and Saturdays from 6pm to 10pm because the weekends are meant to be luxurious!

At S$65++ per person, expect a massive line-up of seafood which includes favourites such as the King Alaskan crab, mud crab, Boston lobster, fresh prawns, mussels and clams on ice.

One dish not to be missed is Singapore’s Chilli Crab. This is undisputedly one of Singapore’s best crab dishes and is essentially crabs stir-fried in garlic, ginger, shallots, tomato paste and chilli sauce.

The best part of Seafood Mania is the live oyster station. Enjoy freshly shucked oysters all the way from France and you do not have to be shy; just eat to your heart’s content!

ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT DESSERT BUFFET

Before you overload your stomach with the goodness from the main buffet, remember to save some space for the desserts for J65 has a pretty mean dessert line-up every night.

They are on rotation, but if you are lucky, you would be treated to the freshly baked Nyonya kuehs such as the kueh lapis and the kueh dadar. If you love western desserts, you will absolutely adore the selection of chocolate éclairs and the stunning rainbow cheesecake.

There is a dessert drawer where you can pick out puddings, jellies and other jars—as much as you like. Sometimes, you would get the old school Potong ice cream too.

If you love the King of Fruits, you will be delighted to know that J65 has an excellent Durian Pengat which is a long-standing favourite since its starting days.

Once again, do remember to quote ‘ladyironchef‘ to enjoy the excellent themed dinner buffets at S$79++ for two (U.P. S$55++ per pax) on Sundays to Tuesdays and S$99++ for two (U.P. S$65++ per pax) on Wednesdays to Saturdays.

For all dining enquiries and reservations, please call +65 6831 4374 or email J65@hoteljen.com.

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Dinner Buffet
Sun to Tue: 6pm – 9.30pm / S$55++ per pax
Wed & Thu: 6pm – 9.30pm / S$65++ per pax
Fri & Sat: 6pm – 10pm / S$65++ per pax

J65, Hotel Jen Tanglin Singapore
Level 1 Hotel Jen Tanglin Singapore, 1A Cuscaden Road, Singapore 249716
Tel: +65 6831 4374
Daily: 6.30pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

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

As one of our all-time favourite spots in Singapore for affordable buffet line-ups, J65 at Hotel Jen Tanglin Singapore constantly surprises us with new dishes and themes that are hard to resist.

Now, you can get excited every day of the week with the themed buffet nights through the week! There are 6 different buffet themes including Crab, Beef, Lobster, Prawn, Seafood and local food.

The one thing that we really appreciate about J65′s spread is the live stations. From roasted meats to local delicacies such as oyster omelette, on top of a DIY Rojak counter and a popiah booth with chef making the popiah fresh on the spot, J65 is ever ready to impress and it has undisputedly one of the most value-for-money spreads in Singapore.

Exclusively for Ladyironchef readers only, you are entitled to a complimentary bucket of 8 fresh oysters from Sundays to Thursdays. Isn’t this an offer you would love to redeem? You have to read on then.

Getting through the work week might prove to be draining and stressful, but ending the days off with a good, hearty meal makes them more painless. J65′s Eat Through The Week has various themes, and every day sees a different theme that you can look forward to feasting on when the day comes to a close.

The one thing we really appreciate about J65 is the huge range of exemplary local dishes – of which many are mainstays in the daily line-ups.

CRAB! IT’S MONDAY…

Yea, crap. We are all not fans of Mondays.

But we are so going to chase Monday blues away with crabs. A myriad of colourful crab dishes to look forward to, including Singapore-style options such as Salted Egg Crab and Black Pepper Crab. There’s a Homemade Crab Popiah as well.

Yes, you get to enjoy all of these dishes free flow, besides the regular mainstays. We highly recommend grabbing some fresh bread from the selection of rolls to soak up the sauces and to fully enjoy the crustaceans.

TUESDAY – BEEF YOURSELF UP!

If shellfish or seafood are not up your alley, beef should be.

Beef Yourself Up! on Tuesdays will allow you to feast on an array of steaks, from Roast Rib Eye to Beef Rendang Tok to Sup Ekor (the Malaysian rendition of the Oxtail Soup).

You can also get a Tiger Beer Draft on Tuesday nights for just S$5++. Ahhh, just the sound of meats and beer is making us all stoked.

WEDNESDAY – LOBSTER ROCK ‘N’ ROLL

Wednesdays means we are halfway to the weekends. We’ve survived half the work week, and this means we should treat ourselves to lobsters – free flow, no less.

Hand Tossed Lobster Roll, Roasted Lobster Bisque and Singapore Lobster Laksa are all available for every Wednesday’s spread. Besides that, the Lobster Thermidor – baked in a creamy mixture with egg yolks and brandy – is what we would save our stomach space for.

And because it’s Ladies Night, all female diners can also enjoy a free first sampler Sangria. One-for-one Sangrias after that go for S$14++ all night long.

THURSDAY – HIS MAJESTY THE KING PRAWN

Thursdays are specially reserved for all you people who love prawns. Eat to your heart’s content with prawn dishes such as Baked Sea Salt King Prawns, Wasabi Prawns, Claypot Live Prawns in Herbal Broth and Penang Prawn Mee.

Not forgetting the ever popular Salted Egg Yolk Prawns, of course. J65′s rendition is de-shelled, coated in a nice batter before being deep fried. Big, crunchy prawns are lavishly covered in luscious salted egg yolk sauce, sporting a subtle spiciness in every bite.

The regular buffet spread also includes fresh prawns on ice that you can enjoy on its own.

FRIDAY & SATURDAY – HOOKED! SEAFOOD MANIA

Oh yes, we’ve made it through the week, and we shall celebrate TGIF with Hooked! Seafood Mania – available on both Fridays and Saturdays.

Look forward to a selection of fresh seafood options, including Fin de Claire oysters, lobsters, crabs, prawns and scallops. All of these fresh seafood on ice are available free flow and that only means we can eat all we want, as much as we want – all at one price!

SUNDAY – LET’S GO LOCAL

With a new week on the horizon, we need nothing more than comfort. And that’s when J65′s acclaimed local delicacies will do the trick.

Pig out with a localised spread that includes Lamb Briyani, Chef’s Signature Popiah, Fried Oyster Omelette and Teochew Braised Duck. The oyster omelette is prepared at the live station a la minute style, and it comes a special homemade chilli sauce that is super addictive.

At the Popiah station, you can choose to roll one for yourself or get the chef to get one done for you.

And no one steps out of J65 without trying their roasts and Singapore Chicken Rice. The chef has decades of experience dealing with roasts and you bet the roast duck and char siew are incredibly fragrant and tasty.

Sweet endings are in the form of a standalone dessert counter at J65. A whole area dedicated to desserts will leave you mind-boggled. We’ve been there a couple of times, but it still impresses every single time.

There is an adorable pull-out refrigerator of pretty puddings and jellies that you can choose from. We also love the floral swiss rolls that come in flavours such as rose and lavender.

Local desserts are mainstays at J65, and the culinary team puts out a tray of freshly baked Nyonya kuehs daily; think kueh lapis, kueh salat and kueh dadar.

Exclusively for Ladyironchef readers only, redeem a free bucket of oysters (8 pieces) when you make your reservations on www.hoteljen.com/bookJ65 and quote “ladyironchef” in additional comments. This offer is valid from now until 15 November 2016 for every 2 paying adults from Sundays to Thursdays only.

J65, Hotel Jen Tanglin Singapore
Lobby Level, 1A Cuscaden Road
Singapore 249176
Reservations: hoteljen.com/bookJ65
Tel: +65 6831 4374 / J65@hoteljen.com
Daily: 6.30am to 10pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

Dinner Buffet
Sun to Thu: 6pm – 9.30pm / S$55++ per pax
Fri and Sat: 6pm – 10pm / S$60++ per pax

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

And we have more.

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

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

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

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

COMPLIMENTARY BUFFET FOR CELEBRATING YOUR BIRTHDAY AT J65

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Hotel Jen Tanglin Singapore officially reopened its doors last month after a massive refurbishment, and its all-day dining restaurant J65 is quite a showstopper with its scrumptious gourmet offerings.

J65′s Sunday Brunch offers an unrivalled dining experience, and it is one of Singapore’s most value-for-money buffet spreads – at S$88 nett/pax (without alcohol), or S$128 nett/pax (with free-flowing Champagne, wine, beer and cocktails).

Tuck in to unlimited servings of superbly fresh seafood, premium Iberico ham, roast prime ribs, local dishes, endless sushi and desserts.

From now till Sunday, 28 Feb 2016, quote “ladyironchef” to be entitled to S$50* off Sunday Brunch at J65 with a minimum of two paying adults. Which brings us to our next point – our readers can utilise this offer and enjoy a stellar buffet at S$63 nett per person (if there is just two of you)!

J65 is interestingly named after Singapore’s international dialling code and the spanking new restaurant will open throughout the day and into the night.

With various themed meals taking place across the week, we have to say that it is the Sunday Brunch that will give you the biggest bang for your buck. Glorious feasts are finally made accessible to all.

One may assume that an indulgent Sunday brunch buffet at a lavish hotel lobby might cost an arm and a leg, but that is certainly not the case at Hotel Jen Tanglin Singapore’s J65. At S$88 nett, you can check in to a sumptuous feast featuring endless portions of delicacies. For free flow of beer, champagne, cocktails and wine, customers only have to pay S$128 nett each.

High ceilings, live DJ performances, unlimited posh nosh and an option to top up for free-flowing champagne, red/white wines, beers and cocktails at a minimal fee? Count us in already.

In efforts to support local talents and start-ups, Sunday Brunch at J65 is always accompanied by live performances by local musicians. From the Orchard Road street busker to young and aspiring professional singers – Hotel Jen Tanglin aims to be a platform for them to showcase their passion to an international audience.

We were completely blown away by how much food was available; it was virtually infinite. J65′s Sunday Brunch allows patrons to eat and drink like they have a bottomless pit, so go on and fill your plates like a boss. The mind-boggling choice of top-notch seafood will make your money worthwhile – Boston lobsters (yes yes yes!), crabs, oysters, mussels, scallops…

Needless to say, it was the ginormous sashimi display that we could not keep our eyes off. We all know how pricey premium Japanese raw fish can be. Featuring salmon, yellow fin and tuna sashimi, this station is an absolute paradise. And yes, they are handled professionally, met all hygiene standards and are kept at optimal temperatures that are safe for consumption.

Meat lovers are far, far away from being neglected. Don’t worry, we hear you because we are the kind who would look out for the meat selections first upon stepping in.

From the signature Sunday roast prime rib, pork pate, smoked chicken breast, beef stew to foie gras terrine, J65′s comprehensive variety will keep you busy.

And we have to say that buffet lines usually do not impress with steaks/ roasts because they end up being too hard and dry from sitting around, but J65′s roast was actually still warm, tender and flavourful! It completely took us by surprise and we had seconds! Don’t forget to drizzle some Brown sauce over yours.

There is an abundance of authentic Southeast Asian classics for those with Asian-skewed palates. Most people have a misconception that local fare only taste great at hawker centres, but wait till you try J65′s chicken rice! Take a pick from beautifully steamed and gloriously roasted chicken, and they will be accompanied with Malaysian-style rice balls.

Can we also get you excited with the 6 different types of laksa? Yes, SIX – Curry Laksa, Johor Laksa, Penang Laksa, Sarawak Laksa, Singapore Laksa and Thai Laksa. No such thing as Laksa overdose because they are “same same but different”.

J65 also has a salad bar that is so complete, the health nuts will go gaga over the several remarkable creations!

You will have your nutritious salad mixes such as Wild Rice with cous cous, bell pepper and cream cheese, and the classic beetroot with pumpkin and spinach, topped with Blue Cheese.

You know what else we love about this counter? The big buckets of juice bottles that is on free flow too. Cold-pressed juices all packed and ready for your consumption – think orange and carrot. Something with a local kick? Yes, you’ve got the soya bean milk with grass jelly, or what we all endearingly know as ‘Michael Jackson’.

Cheese connoisseurs, it is your time now.

Here we go – Brie, Emmental, Gruyere Cheese, Hard Cheddar, Manchego, Morbier, Parmesan, Stilton Blue and Tete de Moine. With complementing crackers, nuts and dried fruits too.

To complete the experience is to top up for the beverage option, and spend your afternoon with unlimited pours of wines, champagne and cocktails

The dessert buffet is clearly a crowd pleaser, boasting a phenomenal line-up of sweet treats that it was as if we stumbled upon Charlie and the Chocolate Factory! No joke – this is easily one of the biggest dessert counters we’ve seen among all the Singapore Sunday brunches!

We can’t possibly name them all, and we didn’t have space to try them too. But for those that we did and loved, they are the cherry almond tart, chocolate ice-cream, oreo cheesecake, rainbow cake, yuzu mousse cake, raspberry lychee cake and Pina Colada.

A good range of nyonya kuehs are part of the repertoire, too! Kueh lapis, kueh dadar, kueh kosui… just eat!

Remember to quote “ladyironchef” to enjoy S$50* off Sunday Brunch at J65 with a minimum of two full paying adults. Note that this exclusive promotion is valid till Sunday, 28 Feb 2016.

* Not valid with other offers and discounts. An advance reservation is required.

And if you do not have time on Sundays, there is a weekday lunch buffet starting from S$29 nett and onwards too. Extremely reasonable, yes? Make your reservations at J65, Hotel Jen Tanglin Singapore.

Sunday Brunch (12pm – 3pm): S$88 nett (without alcohol) / S$128 nett per pax (with free-flowing Champagne, wine, beer and cocktails)
Lunch (Mon to Sat): S$29 nett per pax
Dinner (Sun to Thu): S$58 nett per pax
Seafood Dinner (Fri and Sat): S$78 nett per pax

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

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