Are you still searching for festive takeaways and gifts? Resorts World Sentosa might have your answer with their list of Christmas goodies. Whether they are turkeys or world-class desserts from Joël Robuchon Restaurant, Resorts World Sentosa has lots to offer for a splendid dinner ahead.

This year, Joël Robuchon Restaurant has specially created the La Bûche Baname Chocolat (S$90+, 1/2kg) – a log cake made of Cacao shortbread, chocolate lightness and caramelised bananas.

Of many more lavish cakes and pastries, Joël Robuchon Restaurant will complete your Christmas parties with the finest touch.

Joël Robuchon is a renowned name in the culinary world for his exceptional talent in the kitchen. Helmed as the “Chef of the Century”, his Singapore restaurant is one that we have always enjoyed dining at.

In Singapore, L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon and Joël Robuchon Restaurant sits within Resorts World Sentosa among many other celebrity chefs restaurants. And we are all ready to be impressed by the Yuletide goodies they have prepped in store.

Besides the La Bûche Baname Chocolat cake, Joël Robuchon Pâtisserie also has fabulous Madeleines (Le Petit Coffret S$20+ Le Grand Coffret S$60+ ) that are everything to love.

To add more French finesse to your Christmas,  go for the Les Macarons (Le Petit Coffret S$20+ Le Grand Coffret S$60+), the Cake Pistache Framboise (S$30+, whole) or an elegant Cake Chocolat Banane (S$30+, whole).

For more information or to place your orders, call +65 6577 7888 or email robuchon@rwsentosa.com

Joël Robuchon Restaurant
8 Sentosa Gateway, Sentosa Island
Singapore 098269

This post is brought to you by Resorts World Sentosa.

Tucked in the Katong neighbourhood at the East Side of Singapore, Sinpopo Brand is one of our favourite places to visit for a casual and comforting meal of local delights. If you do not prefer to squeeze with the massive crowds in Central Singapore this festive season, a great alternative is to dine here.

This Christmas, Sinpopo Brand will be offering a Gula Melaka Log Cake (S$38). Besides the affordable price tag and vintage vibes, here is what we love about it!

Being an option that is away from the hustle and bustle of the city, you can have a smaller and more intimate dinner with your loved one here at Sinpopo Brand.

Ambience aside, their amazing selection of food such as their popular Nasi Lemak Set for 2 (S$25) is also extremely value for money, and you can end your meal off with desserts that are made with local influences and flavours (we absolutely love).

The Gula Melaka Log Cake is made with premium gula melaka, rolled in a delicious moist cake with soft light gula melaka cream, topped off with homemade sesame dentelles. The intense taste of gula melaka is very distinct and it worked well with the moist cake and light cream to balance out the flavours.

At only S$38, Sinpopo Brand’s Gula Melaka Log Cake is super reasonably-priced. You really get your money’s worth with this decadent cake! It is one of a kind, unpredictable of a log cake, and gula melaka is something that Singaporeans can love and resonate with. Even the most traditional folks will enjoy log cakes this Christmas with Sinpopo Brand’s version!

To order, email festive@sinpopo.com or call Sinpopo Brand at +65 6345 5034. You can also walk in to place your order. All orders are to be made at least four days in advance. Self-collection is advised. However, if you prefer to have it delivered, home delivery option is also available for orders of 5 cakes and above.

Sinpopo Brand
458 Joo Chiat Rd
Singapore 427671
Tel: +65 6345 5034
Tue to Thu, Sun: 12pm – 10pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 12am
(Closed on Mondays)
Nearest Station: Dakota

This post is brought to you by Sinpopo Brand.

Log cakes are a staple at Christmas dinners every year and most of the time, they are the centrepiece of your Christmas party. Every year, hotels and restaurants all around the world fight to stand out by creating unique log cakes to please the crowd.

We found some pretty cool and unconventional log cakes around the world to share – while it might be tough to get our hands on them, the talented bakers out there can consider baking them at home!

In this list are The 9 Unique Log Cake Designs In The World; be ready to be surprised!

Source: Good Food

#1 BERRY HEAVEN LOG CAKE

Although not extremely unconventional, pastry chefs tend to lean towards chocolate as their main ingredient. Do a little twist and have berries rolled up in your log cake and you get a Berry Heaven Log Cake that is both gorgeous and interesting.

Source: Taste AU

#2 CHOCOLATE RIPPLE LOG CAKE

Are you tired of a ‘spiral’ in your log cake? How about having them looking like this with vertical lines? If you can’t find it anywhere in Singapore, it is not hard to re-create at home! Try it, have fun with the layering, and impress your guests!

Source: Mom’s Dish

#3 FERRERO ROCHER LOG CAKE

We don’t know about you guys but a Ferrero Rocher log cake sounds like better than heaven. Coated all around with nutty bite-sized chocolate, a cake like this is also sure to make your guests want to eat it (instead of passing on it).

Yes, yes and yes.

Source: Hallmark

#4 FIREPLACE ‘LOG’ CAKE

How about getting your log cake customized to look like a fireplace? After all, what keeps us warm at home on a winter night is a fireplace. And hey, does a fireplace log cake not sound cute for your guests to photograph and to remember?

Source: Amuses Bouche

#5 ‘FROZEN’ LOG CAKE

Of snowflakes and a light blue fondant casing, this stunning ‘Frozen’ log cake might just be the trick to leave your guests in awe. Note to party host: remember to cue “Let It Go”.

#6 LUMBERJACK LOG CAKE

Pictured in the header image, it is actually one of our favourite finds because it is too creative to pass. Unconventional, but surely the talk of the town (your relatives/ friends). And if you are going to attempt baking this at home, we think it would be awesome if you were to stuff some white chocolate bits within.

Source: Sprinkle Bakes

#7 MINT CHOCOLATE CHEESE LOG CAKE

Such a classy log cake this one is. Rustic-looking but no less presentable for your biggest house party, this log cake is one you can attempt baking at home! And the layering of chocolate, cheese and mint sounds divine – be sure to keep that.

Source: La Peche Fraiche

#8 NON-TRADITIONALLY SHAPED LOG CAKE

You don’t have to do a double cake. Yes, this is a log cake – quite literally, right? Why do hotels not do more of such designs?!

Source: BBC Good Wood

#9 SPICED FIG, COFFEE & HAZELNUT LOG CAKE

Figs are very festive for sure, and when coupled with coffee and hazelnut, you bet it won our hearts. We know for sure that if we could find a cake like this in town, it would be one that we would proudly serve up at our Christmas parties.

‘Tis the season to be jolly and we have every reason to be at Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel’s Marriott Cafe for one of the most magical Christmas celebrations. The visually-arresting festive buffet spread will impress even those with discerning tastebuds – so yes, this restaurant will set the scene for all your Christmas celebrations.

The lavish festive buffet setup includes an exciting selection of premium roast carvings, succulent fresh seafood, top-notch charcuteries and winter veggies – there are more than 60 festive treats that will send you to gastronomic heaven. Keep your eyes peeled for the colourful showcase of Christmas desserts that fortunately taste as good as they look. Several tantalising Asian-inspired delights are also available, so the traditional folks can also have a jolly good time at these festive celebrations.

Besides the buffet, Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel is elevating your celebrations and taking away all your stress with delicate Christmas Takeaway Goodies such as traditional roast turkeys, enticing log cakes, assorted artisanal cookies, home-made puddings and luxurious hampers.

All in all, Christmas in Singapore will be made more magical and sumptuous with Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel’s festive buffet line-up, as well as takeaway gourmet roasts and goodies.

As the New Year tinkle in sheer splendour and sophistication, Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel is also ushering the glories of New Year with glitzy Sparkles & Dreams countdown party filled with great food and entertainment. Share flutes of effervescence and indulge in a taste of international cuisine at its best at the New Year’s Eve buffet. That’s not all; groove to the mesmerizing tunes by renowned bands such as One Party DJ, John Molina with Kruger and more.

The resplendent selection of Western and Asian cuisines will have diners spoilt for choice, but we say you deserve to have a fabulous time with your loved ones or colleagues over a mouthwatering festive buffet/ lunch. This December, your favourite festive food will captivate your heart, and they include Roasted Turkey with Chestnut Stuffing, Honey Baked Ham and Prune & Pancetta Stuffed Roast Pork Saddle.

But of course, we all have a penchant of beginning our meal with seafood, right? Think endless plates of lobsters, duck liver terrine, freshly shucked oysters, foie gras royale, superior sashimi, juicy tiger prawns, proscuitto san daniele and other charcuteries. Marriott Cafe has them all.

Several vegetarian dishes can be found at both Marriott Cafe’s cold salad bar and the hot ‘live’ station. Honey Sesame Glazed Carrots, Buttered Asparagus and the absolutely divine Mashed Potatoes were a few that we had second servings of. Those glazed carrots were perfect additions to our meats. And the mashed potato deserves a special mention – we were amazed by how extraordinarily fluffy it was.

Now, on to the other hot ‘live’ stations, where more awaits. You see, you need to forget that your jeans might be too tight, because there will be Roasted Turkey with Chestnut Stuffing, Honey Baked Ham, Prune & Pancetta Stuffed Roasted Pork Saddle, Roast Beef Prime Rib, Seared Sirloin with Perigord Sauce, Roast Duck Confit and more. Look forward to crowd favourites at the live station encompassing Flambéed Prawns with Tequila & Lime and Pan Fried Foie Gras with Mandarin Marmalade & Chianti Reduction.

It is such a paradise for meat lovers and guess what? That is not all.

The comprehensive menu also features Whole Baked Salmon, Lobster Bisque, Gratinated Scallops, and even our national dish – Singapore Chilli Crab! We were pleasantly surprised to discover Ginseng Herbal Chicken Soup and Salted Egg Prawns too. Marriott Cafe is going all out and we are thrilled.

However, do note that the items are subject to change, so you can tantalize your taste buds with a wider variety of festive delights. And, guests (aged 18 and above) dining on Christmas day itself will be happy to know that you are entitled to free flow of sparkling wine, beer and soft drinks!

Marriott Cafe’s beautiful array of desserts will have both young children and grownups with sweet tooth drool in glee. Help yourselves to Creamy Mulled Wine & Eggnog, Drunken Berries Panna Cotta, Mince Pies with Brandy Butter, Panettone Sweet Bread, Steamed Plum Pudding, Strawberry Cream Raspberry Lychee Log Cake and even a Kaya Namachoco Yule Log Cake!

If the log cakes you sampled have caught your fancy, you can actually preorder one to take home. From now till 25 Dec 2015, preorder your festive hampers, luscious roasts and artisanal confectionery at singaporemarriott.com/christmas or visit the hotel’s forecourt stall (by the hotel entrance).

These goods make splendid Christmas gift for families, friends and even business partners. Do note that orders must be made at least 3 working days in advance.

Besides the attention-grabbing Kaya Namachoco Yule Log Cake (S$68 nett) and Strawberry Cream Raspberry Lychee Log Cake (S$68 nett), you can also shop for other sweet treats such as Christmas Stollen (from S$26 nett), as well as luxurious hampers that are perfect gifts for your business associates, friends and loved ones.

For Christmas parties at home, the meats are also available for preorders. Making its debut is the limited edition Truffle Buttered Roast Turkey with Finanziera Terrine and Madeira Sauce (9-10kg: S$498++) served in an enameled mold which you can keep after.

Other highlights include Traditional Roasted Turkey with Chestnut, Foie Gras Stuffing with Cranberry and Clove Glazed Ham (Bone-in) with Cinnamon Pineapple Sauce (10kg – S$405 nett, 5kg – S$205 nett), Rosemary Roasted Lamb Leg (Bone-in) with Mint-flavoured Demi-glaze (S$164nett); they can all be purchased individually and taken home too. There are also sides, salads, soups and breads to complete the festivities at home.

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

Christmas Takeaway Goodies: 25 Nov 2015 to 25 Dec 2015
Hotel Forecourt Stall (by the hotel entrance)
Pre-orders required (minimum 3 working days)

1 to 30 Dec 2015 (excluding 24 & 25 Dec)
Marriott Cafe Festive Buffet Lunch: 12pm – 2.30pm
Mon to Sat: S$63++ per adult, S$31++ per child
Sun: S$98++ per adult*, S$33++ per child**

Marriott Cafe Festive Buffet Dinner: 6.30pm – 10pm
Sun to Thu: S$80++ per adult, S$40++ per child
Fri and Sat: S$88++ per adult, S$44++ per child

24 Dec 2015
Christmas Eve Buffet Lunch (12pm – 2.30pm): S$63++ per adult, S$33++ per child
Christmas Eve Buffet Dinner (6.30pm – 11pm): S$138++ per adult*, S$60++ per child**

25 Dec 2015
Christmas Buffet Lunch (12pm – 2.30pm, 3pm – 5.30pm): S$118++ per adult*, S$58++ per child**
Christmas Buffet Dinner (6.30pm – 11pm): S$138++ per adult*, S$60++ per child**

* Inclusive of free flow of Sparkling Wine, Beer and Soft Drinks
** Inclusive of free flow of Soft Drinks
^ Inclusive of free flow of Champagne, Wine, Beer and Soft Drinks

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

It is without a doubt that D9 Cakery at Hilton Singapore has some of the best cakes around town. While we dream about their fantastic American Cheesecake that we have sung praises of previously, the festive season is slowly approaching and you bet we can’t wait to get our hands on their festive cake selections!

Marrying traditional and contemporary flavours and designs, the brilliant pastry team at D9 Cakery has launched yet another impressive range of cakes that almost looks too good to eat! The cakes will be available from 20 November to 26 December 2015. Readers of ladyironchef can quote “FestiveLIC” to redeem a S$50 Dining Voucher.

Now, these Gorgeous Cakes for Takeaway from Hilton Singapore are what you need to wow your guests for all the Christmas celebrations you have!

This adorable Igloo cake ($78/1 kg)  is Chef Sidd’s innovative creation and he has put in an exciting twist to the traditional fruit cake by using white almond Marzipan to create this stunning cake. Imagine this as a centrepiece on your dining table!

If you are leaning towards traditional cakes and festive log cakes are your thing instead, D9 Cakery have you covered with three different Festive Jewellery Yule Logs;Crystal, Pearl & Diamond that are no less classy and beautiful to look at.

The three flavours are Crystal ($68/500g & $98 /1kg) Light Champagne with Sweet Cranberry Jelly, Pearl ($50/500g & $80 / 1kg) 72% Valrhona Dark Chocolate Brownie with Raspberry Chantilly and Sweet Crunchy Hazelnut Dacquoise, Diamond ($50/500gram & $80/ 1kg)  with White Ivory Chocolate, Nougat and Morello Cherry..

It is recommended to call in advance to purchase or reserve the log cakes a few days before you need it. Yes, they sell out fast because they are that good. Call D9 Cakery at +65 6730 3392 to order or for further enquiries email sinhi.f&b@hilton.com.

READERS OF LADYIRONCHEF WILL ENTITLED TO AN EARLY BIRD OFFER OF S$50 DINING VOUCHER WHEN YOU 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.

-$$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. For more information on Hilton Singapore Festive Offerings, visit Hilton Singapore’s website.

D9 Cakery at Hilton Singapore
581 Orchard Road
Singapore 238883
Tel: +65 6730 3390
Daily: 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

This post is brought to you by Hilton Singapore.