Gone are the days when diners have to refer to printed pamphlets or make a call to enquire about a particular restaurant’s ongoing festive promotions. This procedure is troublesome and let’s be frank—how many of us can remember all the details from a quick phone call? We are also certain that you are not going to rip out the ad from the newspapers and store it for reference.

With Lunar New Year around the corner, check out Celebrateatpark.com—it curates exciting dining options and offers by the restaurants under Park Hotel Group.

But of course, beyond these festive promotions, there will always be exciting deals for other occasions—such as Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day—happening all year round. You know what to do next. Bookmark the website.

MITZO RESTAURANT & BAR

Celebrate reunion with a feast through Mitzo’s celebratory set menus, each completed with a touch of modernity at Mitzo. Be enthralled as Executive Chef Nicky Ng redefined your Chinese dining experience through the innovative use of ingredients in his Lunar New Year Specialties.

Indulge in perennial favourites such as the Pearls of Prosperity Kanpachi Kingfish Yu Sheng, Homemade Koi Fish Nian Gao or the Superior Prawn Fortune Pot. Have a taste of Mitzo’s artisanal cocktail – Spring Blossom, a smoky yet sweet cocktail for a blessing of a blissful year ahead.From $128++ per person or $1288++ for a table of 10.

Mitzo Restaurant & Bar
Level 4 Grand Park Orchard
270 Orchard Road
Singapore 238857
Tel: +65 6603 8855
Nearest Station: Orchard/Somerset

INDULGE AT PARK

Welcome this Lunar New Year with Grand Park City Hall and usher in luck and prosperity with Indulge at Park’s nostalgic Lunar New Year buffet ‘Yesterday Once More’. Relive flavours from the past as the buffet emphasizes on traditional and old-school delicacies bound to evoke fond memories. Celebrate this spring festival with your family and friends with mélange of resplendent treats at Indulge at Park, happening from 16th January to 11th February 2017.

From meaningful choices of ingredients to the familiar family friendly plating, Executive Chef Eric Ong brings back traditional Chinese heritage with flair this Lunar New Year. Some of the classic specials include Chicken and Jelly Fish Salad in Taro Basket, Cold Noodle with Prawns and Dried Shrimps in Soya Shallot Oil Dressing and more!

From 16th January to 11th February, prices start from $55++ per adult and $27.50++ per child (4-12 years old) for Lunar New Year Lunch Buffet. From 27th January to 29th February, prices start from $68++ per adult and $34++ per child (4-12 years old). For more information, refer to Celebrate at Park website.

Lobby Level
Grand Park City Hall
10 Coleman Street
Singapore 179809
Tel: +65 6432 5888
Nearest Station: City Hall

PARK HOTEL CLARKE QUAY

A stone’s throw away from the bustling Clarke Quay entertainment precinct, Park Hotel Clarke Quay boasts fabulous views of the Singapore River skyline. Usher in the Lunar New Year with Park Hotel Clarke Quay and feast on delicacies like Hairy Gourd Soup with Homemade Lobster & Prawn Balls, Braised Seafood Rice in Superior Broth and more!

Prosperity set menus are available from $338++ per table, with a minimum booking of four guests. Available from 20 January to 11 February 2017 at three dining sessions (12pm, 6pm and 8:30pm).Top up $30nett to upgrade your yu sheng platter to a Tower of Fortune Crab Meat ‘Lo Hei’.

For enquiries and bookings, please call 6593 8825/59 or email bqt.phcq@parkhotelgroup.com.

1 Unity Street
Singapore 237983
Nearest Station: Clarke Quay

THE CARVERY

This Lunar New Year, bring on a hearty appetite to The Carvery, a roast specialty restaurant located at Park Hotel Alexandra. From 10 January to 11 February 2017, toss to an auspicious year with The Carvery’s Golden Eight Treasures Yusheng and indulge in premium meat featuring three prosperous roasts of Crispy pork belly with apricot ginger sauce, Honey-roasted leg of lamb; and a Salt baked chicken.

Other highlights include Flower Crab stew, Roasted duck breast with yam croquette; Braised beef brisket and the light and tangy Yuzu trifle.

Level 7, Park Hotel Alexandra
323 Alexandra Road
Singapore 159972
Tel: +65 6828 8880
Nearest Station: Queenstown / Redhill

#5 YÀN

Celebrate the meaning of family at Yàn this Lunar New Year. Featuring 8 Prosperity Set Menus thoughtfully-crafted for families of all sizes, gather at our table for warm conversations and memorable reunions. Usher in a year of abundance with authentic Cantonese cuisine and auspicious delicacies such as Yàn’s signature Shun De style Yu Sheng and the luxurious Harvest Pen Cai.

Prosperity Set Menus start from $118++ per person, available for both lunch and dinner from 9 January to 11 February 2017.

1 St. Andrew’s Road, #05-02
National Gallery Singapore
Singapore 178957
Nearest Station: City Hall

Celebrateatpark.com is the easiest way for you to be kept in the loop with Park Hotel Group’s latest food and beverage promotions, menus, and operational hours. In addition, it also allows you to make bookings at your favourite restaurants on the spot.

You now no longer have to visit separate websites to find out what’s going on. Kudos to this seamless site!

This post is brought to you by Park Hotel Group.

Every year, there are festivities and occasions that we look forward to, because those are times when we would gather with our loved ones over good food. Chinese New Year is one of them, and family dinners are so precious.

Because it is a yearly tradition, we always pick the best restaurants for our dinners. Well, there is no need to scrimp when it comes to treating your family, yes?

Mitzo is a perennial favourite among each and everyone in our family, and its Lunar feast is nothing short of luxurious and resplendent.

We had first dips of the set menus and boy, you need to bring your family there. The modern Cantonese cuisine will wow both the young and old.

PROSPERITY DELIGHTS MENU

Most Chinese restaurants do huge set menus and you need an arsenal in order to dine, but Mitzo recognised the need for smaller menus because, well, a couple is a family too.

The Prosperity Delights I is a set menu for two (or more), and it is priced at S$128+  per person. It is also a menu with most of our favourites. In this menu, you get 6 items, ranging from soup to rice & noodles to desserts.

We were so won over by the soup. You may be puzzled; of all items, soup? Yes, soup—the Fish Maw Soup with Pumpkin, Bamboo Pith & Chicken Soup. With all that premium ingredients, the soup is naturally thickened and it was smooth and sweet in every sip.

Mains include Tea-smoked Duck, Braised Sea Bass with Roasted Pork Belly & Mushrooms and Stir-fried Scallops with Dried Oyster & Asparagus.

And then, we have the Lobster Fried Rice with Pork Liver & Preserved Sausage. As if it does not sound interesting enough, the real surprise comes when you take your first mouthful of rice. The brilliant chef added rice krispies for a textural crunch!

The dessert is a beautiful Dual Cream of Sweet Potato Served with Golden Pineapple Bag. The cream is similar to our usual almond cream (but better), with bits of sweet potato in between bites. And the pineapple bag is just so befitting of Chinese New Year; it is every bit tasty as it is auspicious. Your mum will be pleased.

AUSPICIOUS HARVEST MENU

Moving on to the big menu if you have a bigger dining group, we are looking at the Fortune Feast I at S$688++ per table (for 5) and S$1,288++ per table (for 10). Ready for what’s in?

It starts off with Mitzo’s signature Pearls of Prosperity Kanpachi Kingfish Yu Sheng. This is not your regular yu sheng; it is an elevated version with luxurious kingfish (chewy clear flesh) and the addition of lychee pearls that burst with sweetness.

This menu comes with the same Fish Maw Soup that we loved, and the much awaited pen cai. Luxuriate in the Superior Fortune Pot that is made up of abalone, dried scallop, flower mushroom, deep-fried fish maw, sea cucumber, roast duck, dried oyster, “hua diao” prawn, cabbage, white radish, lotus root, roasted pork belly and fa cai. That was a mouthful, but in other words, LOTS OF SUPERIOR INGREDIENTS.

Fortune Feast I also comes with a steamed live Soon Hock and Steamed Rice with Chinese Sausage, and the Dual Cream of Sweet Potato.

Another variation is Fortune Feast II (S$788++ for table of 5 and S$1,388++ for table of 10), which has the same yu sheng, soup and pen cai, as well as the Lobster Fried Rice that we really enjoyed. The desserts are the Dual Cream of Sweet Potato, as well as a Homemade Koi Fish Nian Gao.

FORTUNE FEAST MENU

Looking for an even bigger menu for big families and/or corporate dinners? Mitzo has several menus that cater to a group of ten, and they are Auspicious Harvest I (S$1,388++ for table of 10), Auspicious Harvest II (S$1,588++ for table of 10), Fortune Feast I (S$1,288++ for table of 10), Fortune Feast II (S$1,388++ for table of 10) and Fortune Feast III (S$1,488++ for table of 10).

They are pretty similar, with just a few varying items. Key items to look out for include are Stir-Fried XO Lobster Claw Topped with Shrimps & Seasonal Vegetables (available in Auspicious Harvest I), and Truffle Noodles with Lobster Claw & Prawn (available in Auspicious Harvest I and Fortune Feast III).

All sets for table of ten include the Pearls of Prosperity Kanpachi Kingfish Yu Sheng, Fish Maw Soup with Pumpkin, Bamboo Pith & Chicken Soup, Superior Fortune Pot, Dual Cream of Sweet Potato Served with Golden Pineapple Bag and Homemade Koi Fish Nian Gao.

Mitzo is known for its impressive range of artisanal and bespoke cocktails and the Spring Blossom—a smoky & sweet mezcal cocktail—is the best pairing to go with the dishes from the Chinese New Year menu.

Mitzo’s Chinese New Year set menus are available from 14 Jan 2017 to 11 Feb 2017.

Mitzo Restaurant & Bar
Level 4 Grand Park Orchard
270 Orchard Road
Singapore 238857
Tel: +65 6603 8855
Sun to Wed: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 1am
Thu to Sat: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 2am
Nearest Station: Orchard/Somerset

This post is brought to you by Mitzo Restaurant & Bar.

We are just a few sleeps away from 2017 and wow, what an eventful year it has been! All of us seriously deserve a pat on the back for a year of hard work and surviving life’s setbacks.

The idea of having a quiet night and catching up on sleep might sound enticing for workaholics, but you should really consider spending quality time and ushering into 2017 with your loved ones instead. You don’t have to be abroad or drunk to make it count. What matters most is the company of your closest family and friends.

Fret not if you have yet to make any plans because it isn’t too late. We have a list of 6 Stylish New Year’s Eve Parties for you to pick from.

#1 BAR CANARY

We lost count on the number of times we have visited Bar Canary. The stunning rooftop bar is hands down our favourite rooftop bar in town to date.

This coming New Year’s Eve from 9pm till late, Bar Canary will be transformed into a tropical wonderland, where you can experience artificial snow falling onto the dance floor whilst bobbing your head to live music by DJ SoulRocka by the pool. Enjoy free entry, drinks from $15 nett, bottle deals from $98 nett and table packages at $438 nett.

Special festive concoctions (S$20++ per glass) will be launched exclusively for this special month, namely Santa’s Tiki and Elf’s Slippers. The former is a cocktail comprising cognac, don, rum shaken with tropical fruit juices and served with homemade pineapple and passionfruit ice cubes. The latter consists of icy strawberry margarita popsicles served in Midori Liqueur muddled with fresh lemon and basil leaves.

PS. Bar Canary’s cocktails never fail us.

Grand Park Orchard, Level 4
270 Orchard Road
Singapore 238857
Tel: +65 6603 8855
Sun to Thu: 12pm to 1am
Fri and Sat: 12pm to 2am
Nearest Station: Somerset / Orchard

#2 MITZO RESTAURANT & BAR

Mitzo Restaurant & Bar never fails to put a smile on our faces with their famed Mitzo Special Barbeque Pork and Black Truffle Crispy Roast Duck. Celebrate the last moments of 2016 over a Cantonese dinner before toasting to a good year with their array of artisanal cocktails. Only on 31 December 2016, drinks start from S$15 nett and bottle deals start from S$98 nett.

If you want to reserve a table and enjoy the comforts of an elegant intimate setting, you can book a table (packages at S$438 nett). The event starts from 9pm and everyone enjoys free entry.

If you cannot decide between Bar Canary and Mitzo Restaurant & Bar, do consider shuffling between these two—since both are located on the same level of Grand Park Orchard. Well, sometimes in life, we can have the best of both worlds.

Grand Park Orchard, Level 4
270 Orchard Road
Singapore 238857
Tel: +65 6603 8855
Sun to Wed: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 1am
Thu to Sat: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 2am
Nearest Station: Orchard / Somerset

#3 COCOBOLO POOLSIDE BAR + GRILL

Enjoy a more laidback dinner with festive spread at Cocobolo Poolside Bar + Grill (S$78++ per adult and S$39++ per child), then head over to Park Hotel Clarke Quay’s lobby to join in the countdown party.

The lavish dinner commences at 6.30pm; savour unlimited portions of Cajun-spiced Roast Turkey, Spanish-style Whole Roasted Suckling Pig and Fresh Seafood etc.

After indulging in Cocobolo Poolside Bar + Grill’s sumptuous buffet spread under the starry night sky, head over to the hotel lobby and enjoy free-flow beer, wine and mocktails until midnight. The hotel lobby will also broadcast live screening of MediaCorp Channel 5′s Countdown Party.

An all-you-can-eat feast followed by all-you-can-drink party? That’s life!

Park Hotel Clarke Quay
1 Unity Street
Singapore 237983
Tel: +65 6593 8855
Nearest Station: Clarke Quay

#4 PORTA

PORTA has taken over the space that was previously occupied by Brizo and is Park Hotel Clarke Quay’s newest F&B development. The new restaurant will be serving modern European 3-course festive sets from S$55++ onwards. You can expect tantalising dishes such as Warm Angel Hair Pasta with Sakura Prawn and Roasted French Duck Breast on Pumpkin Puree.

Walk towards Park Hotel Clarke Quay’s hotel lobby and join in the good cheer, where all diners and in-house hotel guests are invited to partake in the countdown party. Treat yourselves to free flow beer, wines and mocktails from 11pm to 12am.

Surround yourself with your closest ones and make some new friends too!

1 Unity Street
Park Hotel Clarke Quay
Singapore 237983
Tel: +65 6593 8855
Nearest Station: Clarke Quay

#5 SMOKE & MIRRORS

Perched atop the iconic National Gallery Singapore is the gorgeous destination rooftop lounge Smoke & Mirrors, which boasts panoramic views of the Marina Bay skyline. Countdown to 2017 here and look forward to spectacular fireworks, live DJ performance by DJ Kaye from Darker Than Wax and more. Cover charge is available S$98++, which includes a glass of wine or champagne and access to the indoor lounge.

Gather a group of friends for their table packages; indoor lounge tables start from S$888++ while outdoor terrace packages start from S$1,088++ for up to 4 pax. Both table packages include three bottles of Perrier-Jouët champagne.

It’s also the last day to enjoy the special festive cocktails – Mulled Ole Merry, made with Christmas Spice, Port Wine and Spiced Peach and Just Getting’ Started, a concoction of Monkey Shoulder Whiskey, Amaro Montenegro, Bubbled & a dash of festive dust.

The best dressed will walk away with a bottle of Perrier-Jouët champagne! The party starts at 9pm and the dress code is dapper and chic.

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01 St Andrew’s Road, #06-01
National Gallery Singapore
Singapore 178957
Tel: +65 9234 8122
Nearest Station: City Hall

#6 THE CARVERY

The Carvery is a roast specialty restaurant serving a comprehensive selection of premium roasts accompanied with a note-worthy entourage of accompaniments. On 31 December, indulge in a festive buffet of US Dry Aged Blank Angus Prime Rib, Spit-roasted Chicken with Tarragon, Yorkshire Pudding, Braised Duck in Pinot Noir, Black Forest Trifle and more.

Takeaway orders (do order 3 days in advance) are available for the Spit-roasted Chicken with Tarragon until 01 Jan 2017.

The New Year’s Eve dinner will start at 6.30pm till 10.30pm and the countdown commences at 7pm. The event will last until 1am. Guests can order festive tipples such as the Enchanted Berry Fizz Aqua Luna to be served at the restaurant, while a 3-piece band plays Top 40 tunes and DJ spinning the best party hits post countdown.

Dinner + NYE party prices range from S$108++ per adult (inclusive of a glass of a champagne), S$138++ per adult (inclusive of free flow beer, champagne and wine) and S$58++ per child (inclusive of free flow soft drinks and juices).

Level 7, Park Hotel Alexandra
323 Alexandra Road
Singapore 159972
Tel: +65 6828 8880
Nearest Station: Queenstown / Redhill

This post is brought to you by Park Hotel Group. 

If a yuletide celebration does not mean turkeys and log cakes, then Mitzo’s Holiday Champagne Brunch should tempt you.

If you are searching for an elegant venue to spend Christmas Day in or to usher into 2017, we highly recommend our all-time favourite Chinese restaurant and it is none other than Mitzo Restaurant & Bar at Grand Park Orchard.

Most of you are already familiar with Mitzo’s spectacular Weekend Dim Sum Brunch—where you can indulge in seafood supreme dishes and unlimited portions of gourmet dim sum and an option of free-flow champagne, selected cocktails, wines and beer. It is truly the Holy Grail of Chinese fine dining!

Say hello to Mitzo’s Holiday Champagne Brunch—which is essentially an amplified version of the current Weekend Dim Sum Brunch this festive. This Champagne Brunch features over 40 types of dishes and it is one luxurious treat you deserve.

If you have never dined at Mitzo before, it is about time you give this stellar establishment a shot. Trust us, you will only regret not visiting Mitzo earlier.

The fancy Chinese restaurant is helmed by Executive Head Chef Nicky Ng, whose previous stints include the honourable role of Executive Chef de Cuisine at Michelin-starred restaurant Hakkasan in New York City.

The Holiday Champagne Brunch is available from 11.30am to 2.30pm on the following dates: 24, 25, 31 Dec 2016 and 01 Jan 2017.

This 3-hour feast boasts an impressive selection of sweet and savoury items. There are over 40 varieties, so be prepared to be beyond spoilt for choice.

A few dishes are making an appearance exclusively for this holiday brunch only, namely Crispy Soft Shell Crab with Curry Floss, Deep-fried Lobster Claw wrapped with Salted Egg Puff, Steamed Scallop in Hollandaise Sauce and more.

“Mitzo’s Holiday Champagne Brunch offers 40 varieties of sweet and savoury dishes. Indulge in seafood supreme dishes, gourmet dim sum and unlimited portions of Mitzo’s Special Barbecue Pork.” 

Most epicureans may argue that seafood should always be served as is, but Mitzo’s deep-fried crustaceans might just change your mind about that.

Kudos to the A-team for achieving the impossible; the soft shell crab and lobster claw remains oh-so-tender despite being deep-fried. The curry floss and salted egg puff are incredibly light and make it easy to chomp through.

Mitzo is renowned for their Special Barbecue Pork and guess what? This signature dish is still part of the Holiday Champagne Brunch. FREE-FLOW, GUYS.

We still vividly recall our very first time savouring this divine char siew; fork-tender roasted pork coated with a crisp caramel which melts in your mouth. We had it way too many times, and if any, we are only loving it more and more.

The spread also includes Mitzo’s specialty roasts, wok dishes, a plethora of supreme seafood delights and the usual handcrafted dim sum such as charcoal liu sha baos and royal shrimp dumplings.

This all-you-can-eat fiesta costs S$88++ per adult and the price includes a choice of one glass of beer, champagne or wine.

While the cocktail and dim sum pairing might sound strange to first-timers, we have learnt to relish this intriguing concept. This unorthodox combination sure does grow on us like what a cheese and wine pairing does!

Which brings to our next point—top up S$60++ to enjoy free flow beers, champagne, wines and artisanal cocktails.

Should buffets not entice you, perhaps you may want to consider the two other 5-course Festive Set Menus instead. The Festive Merriment I and Festive Merriment II are priced at S$88++ and S$118++ per pax respectively.

There is a nominal top-up of S$30++ for two cocktails.

The Festive Merriment I Set showcases the Festive Steamed Dim Sum Platter (which comprises Steamed Lobster Har Gow, Scallop Dumpling and Chicken Dumpling topped with Shaved Truffles), Double-boiled Maka with Clam and Chicken, Braised Abalone and Asparagus King Prawn Skewers, Steamed Rice served with Truffle Wagyu Beef and Champagne Jelly.

On the other hand, Festive Merriment II includes a Festive Platter (which consists of Mitzo Special Barbecued Pork and Crispy Soft Shell Crab wrapped with Salted Egg Charcoal Puff), Double-boiled Abalone Soup with Winter Melon, Pork Ribs and Lotus Leaf, Steamed Live Boston Lobster, Poached Noodles topped with Pork Ribs and Champagne Jelly.

The oriental Champagne Jelly dessert is served in a gorgeous spherical glass, and contains refreshing rose tea crush and lychee caviar that explodes instantaneously in your mouth and topped off with edible flowers; no less!

For those who prefer to order from the a la carte menus, you will be pleased to know that the Festive Steamed Dim Sum Platter (S$38++), Steamed Live Boston Lobster (S$68++) and Champagne Jelly (S$18++) are also available as a la carte options.

Mitzo is also launching two festive tipples Yuletide Cheers and The Magic Julep during this festive period (between 10 Dec 2016 to 01 Jan 2017).

The Yuletide Cheers is a mixture of prosecco, whisky infused with chamomile tea, lemon juice, apple-rose syrup and topped with redcurrant foam. Whereas the Magic Julep is a concoction of egg white, passion fruit juice, lemon juice and rum infused with cinnamon and garnished with campari sugar and mint leaves.

The festive cocktails are available on the ala carte menu or part of pairing options of the set menu.

Mitzo Restaurant & Bar
Level 4 Grand Park Orchard
270 Orchard Road
Singapore 238857
Tel: +65 6603 8855
Sun to Wed: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 1am
Thu to Sat: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 2am
Nearest Station: Orchard/Somerset

Holiday Champagne Brunch
24, 25, 31 Dec 2016 and 01 Jan 2017: 11.30am – 2.30pm
S$88++ per person (incl. choice of 1 glass of champagne, beer or wine)
S$148++ per person (incl. free flow champagne, cocktails, beers and wines)

Festive Merriment I (for parties of 2 or more)
10 to 31 Dec 2016: Lunch and dinner
S$88++ per person (food only); $118++ per person (food with 2 cocktails pairing)

Festive Merriment II (for parties of 2 or more)
S$108+ per person (food only); $138++ per person (food with 2 cocktails pairing)

This post is brought to you by Mitzo Restaurant & Bar.

We have never experienced dim sum the way we have at Mitzo Restaurant & Bar. The swanky, sleek and modern interior is a stark contrast to the traditional Chinese cuisine that is served here. To match the trendy interior, most of Mitzo’s classic dim sum dishes are elevated with stunning presentations and intricate plating, while still retaining the original flavour palette.

While we love their tantalising and luxurious dishes in their Weekend Brunch, we are stoked that we now have a new reason to pop by on weekday afternoon - Mitzo is launching the all-new value-for-money lunch sets on 12 October 2016. A 3-course meal goes for S$28++ per person, and a 4-course meal is S$38++ per person.

For both lunch sets, you get a Double-Boiled Soup of The Day and a pick from 3 different types of dim sum (2 pieces each). Some options to expect are Royal Shrimp Dumpling with Black Caviar, Escargot Cheese Puff and our favourite Custard Moon Bun.

The custard bun is one of our favourites because of the rich and creamy lava custard that flows out perfectly. The beautiful black bun with a gold moon top has a very soft, pillowy texture which complements the rich and tasty custard on the inside. We highly recommend having this as one of your three choices.

Some other choices include Pork & Chives Puff, Prawn Dumpling, Crispy Duck Roll, Wild Mushroom Truffle Bun and Tea Mushroom Crystal Dumpling. The mushroom bun is not to be missed too, with flavours so intense, coupled with the aroma of the truffle.

For the 4-course set, you get a portion of the premium Braised Vermicelli with Lobster Claw and Prawn Ball; this is like comfort food reinvented, with the sweetness of the various seafood all soaked in a bowl of warm, comforting vermicelli. The lunch sets end with a course of refreshing Chilled Osmanthus Jelly with Aloe Vera.

You know this is one dim sum lunch you need to try.

Mitzo Restaurant & Bar
Level 4 Grand Park Orchard
270 Orchard Road
Singapore 238857
Tel: +65 6603 8855 Email: rsvn@mitzo.sg
Sun to Wed, PH: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 10.30pm last order
Thu to Sat,and Eve of PH: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 1am last order
Nearest Station: Orchard/Somerset

This post is brought to you by Mitzo Restaurant & Bar.

Mitzo’s Weekend Dim Sum Brunch is probably one of the best deals in town, and one that everyone must try at least once! Dining in a sexy and intimate setting over free flow delicacies sounds like the perfect way to spend the weekend, no?

Known for dishing out stunning Cantonese-style dishes and artisanal dim sum, Mitzo at Grand Park Orchard has just revamped their Weekend Brunch and there is really a whole lot to be obsessed about. The Weekend Brunch is all about indulging in the finest at Mitzo. Love their signature Char Siew? Yes, you will have that free flow.

And in this revamped menu, everyone gets to pick one bamboo clam dish, one live lobster dish and an abalone dish each! That pretty much already pays for the S$68++ per person for brunch. How value-for-money!

SUPREME SPECIAL DISHES

Mitzo heightens its brunch game by offering luxurious items as part of its brunch menu in its latest revamp. There is a menu of bamboo clam, abalone and lobster dishes – and every diner gets to pick one of each!

Yes, for the price you pay, it includes one bamboo clam dish, one live lobster dish and an abalone dish each. Such supreme dishes would usually cost a bomb in seafood restaurants; you know that. Just think about the standalone value of these three dishes that you are entitled to in the Weekend Brunch!

Choose your desired way of cooking.

For the bamboo clams, the range to select from are Steamed Bamboo Clam with Minced Garlic in Soya, Steamed Bamboo Clam with Enoki Mushroom in Spicy Peanut Sauce and Steamed Bamboo Clam with Preserved Vegetables in Soya.

We highly recommend the former, which is the classic way bamboo clams are commonly prepared in local seafood restaurants. The sweetness of the clam is enhanced with the fragrance from the soy sauce and garlic.

You can choose the way your lobster is cooked as well – Deep-Fried Lobster coated with Truffle Peanut Sauce, Baked Lobster with Creamy Lemon and Cheese, and Spicy Chilli Lobster Served with Bun.

The spicy lobster is our pick, for its tangy flavours. The bun (served separately on the side) is for you to wipe up all the remaining sauce.

Last but not least, for the Supreme Specialty Dishes, you get an abalone dish. Choose from Abalone Truffles Rice, Stir-Fried XO Abalone with Asparagus and Braised Abalone with Tofu.

SPECIALTY ROAST MEATS

Save some tummy space for Mitzo’s acclaimed roast meats. While the Crispy Pork Belly with Bun is flavourful and tasty, we cannot miss the Mitzo Special Barbecued Pork. The outer caramelised crust that encased the pork meat is crispy and sweet, and the meat is so tender it melts in your mouth.

If you haven’t tried Mitzo’s Special Barbecued Pork, you haven’t lived. And guys, it’s free flow in the Weekend Brunch. We repeat – FREE FLOW!

ARTISANAL DIM SUM

Mitzo’s dim sum selection is among the top reasons why their brunch is so popular, simply because you get to pick from a huge variety of handmade dim sum. One thing Mitzo does really well is to beautify their dim sums.

A simple Har Gow (Royal Shrimp Dumpling) is naturally coloured with purple radish for flair, and a creamy custard bun has a charcoal outlook with an edible gold-embossed moon on top.

Artisanal dim sum is just about right, and once again, everything’s free flow so you should totally eat to your heart’s content because it’s the weekend!

And sure, they taste as good – if not better than they look.

Check out this Escargot Cheese Puff which is newly introduced to Mitzo’s weekend brunch menu.. It is a little savoury treat that the kids are bound to love. Who would have guessed that snails could look this cute!

CANTONESE SOUPS & WOK DISHES

When a Cantonese chef cooks for you, of course you have to ask him for his Double Boiled Soup of The Day. The Cantonese do their soups really well, and Mitzo is no exception. Nourishing broths that have been double boiled for hours with premium ingredients, the Weekend Brunch includes unlimited servings of the Soup of The Day that we always look forward to. The Braised Abalone Strips & Bamboo Pith Soup is for those who prefer soups with a thicker consistency.

Some other wok dishes to love are the Stir-Fried Scallop with Egg White & Fresh Milk and Crispy Duck Roll.

And the Braised Truffles Pork Ball – a Cantonese-style pork ball infused with truffle – is one surprising dish. Hand-beaten meat balls are prepared fresh daily, and the truffle adds fragrance that cuts through the strong meaty smell.

While most people stay away from the carb-loaded dishes that fill one up fast, we actually recommend trying the Braised Duck Pulled Noodles. You can always order a portion and share it with your dining partners. The duck is fork-tender and the chefs nailed it with the sauce and well-cooked la-mian.

SWEET TREATS TO END OFF YOUR MEAL

While the elegant Cantonese desserts are prepared with finesse, let’s not talk about anything else except the Hokkaido Milk Cheese Tart. The chefs totally won us over with this new addition to the revamped menu!

Little yellow tarts to end off your meal is second to none. Savoury milky cheese custard encased in buttery tart shells; melty and flowy. How to not love these?

Eat all you can? Yes, sure. Too easy.

Mitzo also has a specialised cocktail bar where you can expect an impressive range of artisanal and bespoke cocktails, including the classic Shisho Mojito, vodka-based Blue Moon and the pretty gin-based Pink Fashioned.

Nothing on the menu you fancy? No worries. Just tell the bartender your preference and he will create a concoction specially for you! Mitzo spares no effort in pampering you.

KID’S PLAYROOM AT MITZO

Bringing the littlies out to brunch with you? You can just sit back and indulge as Mitzo keeps your little ones entertained in a dedicated kid’s playroom, complete with cartoons, cushioned seats, and a selection of engaging & fun-filled activities.

Prices:
S$68++ (Adult)
S$34++ (Child 6 to 12 years old)
Child under 6 years old dines for free
Add on S$60++ for free flow champagne, selected cocktails, wines and beer
(11.30am to 2.30pm on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays)
Reservations are highly recommended.

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Mitzo Restaurant & Bar
Level 4 Grand Park Orchard
270 Orchard Road
Singapore 238857
Tel: +65 6603 8855
Mon to Thu: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 12am last order
Fri to Sun, Public Holiday and Eve of Public Holidays: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 1am last order
Nearest Station: Orchard/Somerset

This post is brought to you by Mitzo Restaurant & Bar.

Have you realised that Chinese New Year (CNY) is only a mere few weeks away? It is scary how time flies, but we are only thankful that the upcoming festive public holiday means yet another opportunity to spend time with our loved ones.

And of course, we have to profess our love for Mitzo, right? It has always been one of our favourite dining destinations for Chinese gourmet and we are all ecstatic about the scrumptious festive sets, CNY-themed cocktails and takeouts specially for the upcoming Chinese New Year at this sexy Chinese restaurant.

Mitzo’s irresistibly groundbreaking renditions of Chinese classics are far from ordinary, yet by no means stray away from traditional practices. The CNY specials will all be available from 23 Jan 2016 to 22 Feb 2016 for both lunch and dinner.

Quote “ladyironchef” and book by 20 Jan 2016 to enjoy 15% off (*not valid for 07 Feb 2016) all set menus and goodies at Mitzo.

By tradition, Lunar New Year is incomplete until everyone has tossed the yusheng. Celebrated Chef Nicky Ng – previously the head chef at Michelin-starred Hakkasan New York – and his A-team have created a unique reinterpretation of the classic Lo Hei.

The unexpected ingredients are unexpected choices for yusheng, especially the burst-in-your-mouth lychee caviars and crispy lotus root chips.

Mitzo’s Pearls of Prosperity Kingfish Yusheng (regular – S$68++, large – S$108++) is truly one of a kind. It uses superbly fresh Japanese Kanpachi Kingfish sashimi that is both sweet and rich in flavour and everything is plated so gorgeously.

A homemade savoury Chu Hou sauce which comprises garlic, ginger, sesame seeds, spices and soybeans is then drizzled all over, ready for you to toss to prosperity. You would have noticed that crispy lotus roots, fried salmon skin and toasted pistachos are too used to give the overall dish an extra crunch. Note that a regular portion can feed 4 to 5 guests, while the large portion is great for 10 pax.

If any of your dining companions are vegetarian or unfortunately allergic to seafood, Mitzo has a meat-free option. Bouncy Konnyaku jelly – which has an uncanny resemblance to the fish slices in terms of texture and appearance -  is used to replace raw fish slices.

The refreshing Prosperity Toss is characterised by a plethora of colourful fresh fruits such as mango, rock melon, and honeydew – just to name a few.

Have your chopsticks ready? Dig in and start exchanging well wishes!

The Superior Fortune Pot (S$338++) aka Pen Cai is an extravagant delicacy worth splurging on. Traditionally, this casserole-like basin is served to the Emperor, hence symbolic of wealth and prosperity. The piping hot bowl – filled with over 10 types of luxurious ingredients such as crispy roast pork belly, sea cucumbers, fish maw, premium abalone and more – is a must-eat during Chinese New Year. Portions are huge, and no less satisfying.

And at Mitzo, the star is definitely the Superior Lobster Fortune Pot (S$398++) – where generous amounts of succulent lobsters cooked in Mao Tai Chinese liquor are added on top of the already-sumptuous spread in the basin.

Mitzo’s Chinese New Year set menus are aplenty, too. The servings cater to a small group of four to a group of ten; prices start from S$118++ per pax to S$1,288++ per table, and every menu features different highlights and special creations, of which the platter of handcrafted steamed and fried nian gao is our favourite!

Nian gao is a classic CNY dish of sticky cake that symbolises good luck and the welcoming of a ‘higher year’.

Still need more recommendations?

We say you cannot skip Mitzo’s two signatures and everyone’s favourites – the Special Barbeque Pork (S$18++) and Black Truffle Crispy Roast Duck (S$38++). These two items are permanently available at Mitzo, even during the Chinese New Year period. We have been raving endlessly about them since one first visit to Mitzo for an obvious reason – they are beyond divine.

Honestly? Best charsiew in Singapore. And as if roast duck isn’t amazing enough, we have black truffle sauce to up the game; roast ducks are never the same again after you’ve had this rendition.

Chinese New Year or not, we go back to Mitzo for these two dishes.

While the consumption of cocktails is not a typical affair during the Lunar New Year, Mitzo has concocted two Asian cocktails made with oriental ingredients that signify prosperity, because they know these will get to your hearts.

The Mandarin Mojito (S$20++) and the Spring Elixir (S$20++) are what you should look out for. The former is a interpretations of the ubiquitous Mojito, where it is prepared with Angostura bitters, apricot liqueur, Havana Club rum and mandarins, while the latter is a red date blend infused with gin, Campari, goji berry syrup, honey dates and red vermouth.

East-meets-West tipples that were interestingly inspired by various symbolic meanings, we can get used to eating yusheng with cocktails.

Here’s a toast to a prosperous new year!

If you are tempted by Mitzo’s various festive offerings but wish to spend the occasion at home, takeaways are available for Pearls of Prosperity Kingfish Yusheng (regular – S$68+, large – S$108+), Superior Fortune Pot (regular – S$338+, large – S$628+), Superior Lobster Fortune Pot (regular – S$398+, large – S$688+) and Homemade Koi Fish Nian Gao (S$28+).

Remember to quote “ladyironchef” and book by 20 Jan 2016 to enjoy 15% off (*not valid for 07 Feb 2016) all set menus and goodies.

Mitzo Restaurant & Bar
Level 4 Grand Park Orchard
270 Orchard Road
Singapore 238857
Reservations: +65 6603 8855 / rsvn@mitzo.sg
Mon to Wed: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 12am
(2 seating on 7 Feb – 1st Seating: 6pm to 8pm; 2nd seating: 8.30pm to 10.30pm)
Thu to Sun, PH and Eve of PH: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 1am
Nearest Station: Orchard/Somerset

This post is brought to you by Mitzo Restaurant & Bar.

Nothing sounds better to us than sexy gourmet Chinese food at Mitzo with our loved ones. We all have that one family member or friend who has a palate only for Chinese food, right? We feel you, and what is probably the sexiest Chinese restaurant in town is also a splendid place to go to; Mitzo will fit the bill for celebrations this season.

Mitzo has launched various amazing set menus – all plated in very modern and classy ways that is least expected of Chinese food.

Get ready for luxurious set meals; think wok fried truffle lobsters, osmanthus wagyu beef and so much more. Here are some highlights and what you can expect from the festive menus at Mitzo this December 2015.

FESTIVE SET MENU

The festive menu is a multi-course set at S$118++ per person. Some premium dishes you can expect from this menu includes a platter of crispy shrimp with truffle and peanut mayo, and drunken chicken with 20-year Chinese wine. This is enough to make our jaws drop and tummies rumble!

This menu will be available from 01 to 23, 26 to 30 Dec 2015 for both lunch and dinner.

CHRISTMAS DAY & EVE MENU

Chinese food on Christmas does sound wonderful, especially if your Asian roots are strong.

Choose between a Christmas Day Yum Cha brunch at S$98++ per person and a premium set menu at S$148++ per person. The set includes a very rich and flavourful pumpkin pork ribs soup with pacific clams and king oyster mushrooms, and wok-fried lobster with truffle; you bet it took our breath away.

The Yum Cha brunch features over 40 types of unlimited servings dim sum, Cantonese favourites and a serving of Mitzo’s supreme dish (Oven Baked Champagne Lobster, Braised Whole Abalone and more).

This menu will be available on 24 Dec & 25 Dec 2015 for both lunch and dinner.

NEW YEAR’S EVE MENU

Now if you think that is all at Mitzo, wait till you hear about the extravagant New Year’s Eve set menu at S$168++ per person.

The set is nothing but the best of the bests, and it includes pan-fried truffles king prawn in asparagus skewer with osmanthus Wagyu beef, and fried crab-meat and mushroom vermicelli. Luxuriate; because nothing beats ending off the year with a good meal in the company of your loved ones.

This menu will be available on 31 Dec 2015 for both lunch and dinner.

Mitzo
Level 4 Grand Park Orchard
270 Orchard Road
Singapore 238857
Tel: +65 6603 8855
Sun to Wed, PH: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 10.30pm last order
Thu to Sat,and Eve of PH: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 1am last order
Nearest Station: Orchard/Somerset

This post is brought to you by Mitzo.

Mitzo, one of our all-time favourite Chinese restaurants in town, introduces a Weekend Brunch of Sexy Chinese Fare, and we are gonna get you excited.

It is hard to come by such sexy-looking and intricately-plated authentic Cantonese dishes like the ones at Mitzo Restaurant & Bar, and this recently introduced Weekend Brunch option (also available on public holidays) will have you enjoy as many of their best-selling signature items and other exclusive dishes as you want – yes, free-flow! Yipe, this includes their heavenly Char Siew Pork. For S$68++, this a la carte buffet includes over 40 dishes. And trust us when we say they are most photogenic.

For the month of November and December 2015, readers of Ladyironchef can get 15% discount when you dine at Mitzo for the Weekend Brunch. Simply flash this advertorial upon payment, and 15% will be deducted from the cover charge.

If you are tired of typical buffet fare, then it is high time you pay Mitzo a visit and allow yourself to be surprised. Here is what you can expect from Mitzo’s Weekend Brunch.

GREAT DIM SUM OPTIONS

Big fan of dim sum here, and with 13 varieties to choose from in the weekend brunch menu, it is some serious pigging out here. Just the dumplings selection alone got us excited, and we love the Crystal Vegetable Dumplings, Poached Dumpling in Sichuan Sauce and the Deep-Fried Shrimp Dumpling.

The Poached Dumpling that is drizzled over with Sichuan sauce (or better known as chao shou) was a surprise favourite and we loved the intensity of the flavours in the sauce and the added kick from the red-cut chilli. Also, don’t be fooled by the lacklustre name – Crystal Vegetable Dumplings – because it is actually one of the dim sum options that we would gladly have second helpings of! That strong truffle taste is unforgettable.

THE MUST-TRY DIM SUM AT MITZO – BLACK CUSTARD BUN

The photo says it all. This stunner of a charcoal custard bun is decorated luxuriously with edible gold lychee liqueur on top; sure is an immediate eye-catcher. It is hard to beat this dim sum dish and we don’t want to call favourites, but the subtle taste of smoky charcoal blended well with the creamy, flowy salted egg yolk goodness that we were temporarily distracted and ignoring other dishes on the table.

PREMIUM ‘MAIN COURSE’ ITEMS

Do not overlook the main courses because some of them really exceeded our expectations. You have to dive right for the Wasabi-infused Baked Fish. The wasabi taste was not overwhelming, which we appreciate. Also, the fish itself is so perfectly cooked with a glistening centre.

Some other dishes that really won our hearts include the Stir-Fried Beef Cubes with Onion. So tender, it fell apart as we bit into it. More beef? Mitzo’s take on a steak with the Pan-fried Ribeye in Wasabi and Korean Chilli Sauce is worth trying too. Did we mention that this ribeye was extremely tender too? As avid meat-lovers, we were sold.

FREE-FLOW MELT-IN-YOUR-MOUTH CHAR SIEW

Usually S$18 a pop, this plate of char siew at Mitzo is a crowd-favourite and has been dubbed by some as the best char siew in the universe. Not even kidding here, because we could eat them every day! For Sunday Brunch, this bad boy is free-flow.

Melt-in-the-mouth center, tender meat with the right amount of fats, and an impeccably caramelised exterior, the balance of flavours and textures of this sweet meat makes this the best representative of Mitzo, and one that we will always return for.

Well, well. There are few times in life when we got excited about the word ‘free flow’, and this is one of them. We are not ashamed to say that we can eat (at least) two plates each.

TABLE-SIDE SERVICE – CRACKLING PORK BELLY BAO

You might already be distracted by the many dishes to try, but have a go at the weekend brunch’s signature Crackling Roasted Pork Belly Bao. Because braised meat buns might be too mainstream for you, so the chef will go to your table and prep a new-age bun for you.

But they aren’t too far away from what we know of Cantonese food, really. Think amazingly crispy roasted pork belly stuffed in pillowy steamed buns. There you have it.

NOT TO BE MISSED RICE & NOODLES SECTION

Don’t be quick to write this section off. We know your dining partners might scoff that you’re piling up on carbs at a buffet, but the Braised Truffle Udon was so good, we wanted to have another serving! The truffle aroma and taste was extremely distinct and it really elevated a seemingly one-dimensional dish.

Also, the Fried Rice with egg, char siew (yes, the same glorious one) and vegetable had us glowing with happiness at how tasty and homely it felt, bringing us back to the warmth of mom’s home-cooked food. And if you must, yes, there is ‘wok hei’ and that sealed the deal for us.

ALL YOUR FAVOURITE CHINESE DESSERTS

The Chilled Mango Cream with Sago and Pomelo Topping was a huge hit with everyone at the table with its thick consistency glided down our throats so smoothly, leaving hints of tartness from the mango.

And you see those adorable and bite-sized Pandan & Egg Tarts? You bet the custard was smooth and sweet. You can also find Double-boiled Almond Cream with Glutinous Rice Ball, and Aloe Vera with Osmanthus Jelly on the menu.

TOP-UP FOR FREE-FLOW TEA-INFUSED COCKTAILS, WINES & BEER AND A FUTURISTIC DIY COCKTAIL BAR

Yum cha at Mitzo is made even better with their curated tea-infused cocktails, in place of your traditional tea. Just top up a reasonable amount of S$50++, and you enjoy free-flow selected tea-infused cocktails, wines and beer  throughout your weekend brunch. Now that is absolutely a splendid deal! Two cocktails at a regular bar will easily cost you that amount already!

Just free flow, right? No. You get to go all hands on and DIY your own cocktails at the bar – according to whatever you like, and however much alcohol you want. Or have the   mixologist  guide you and pick up some bartending skills along the way. Or if you’re afraid you’ll make a bad drink, trust us and order the Mitzo’s classic cocktails – Shiso Mojito, from the menu

Whatever it is, party!

We have never seen a Chinese restaurant with such a kick-ass looking bar. The jellyfish tank, coupled with futuristic looking bar-top items, we were truly impressed. The bar itself is a very popular hang-out for many because of the sleekness and intimacy.

EXCLUSIVE 15% PROMOTION FOR LADYIRONCHEF’S READERS

For the month of November and December 2015, you lovely readers of Ladyironchef are entitled to a 15% discount when you dine at Mitzo for the Weekend Brunch. Simply flash this advertorial upon payment, and 15% will be deducted from the cover charge.

Do note that this discount is not applicable for alcohol add-ons, and not applicable on Christmas Day.  

Prices:
$68++ (Adult)
Add on $50++ for free flow cocktails, wines and beer
(11.30am to 2.30pm on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays)
Reservations are highly recommended.

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Mitzo
Level 4 Grand Park Orchard
270 Orchard Road
Singapore 238857
Tel: +65 6603 8855
Sun to Wed, PH: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 10.30pm last order
Thu to Sat,and Eve of PH: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 1am last order
Nearest Station: Orchard/Somerset

This post is brought to you by Mitzo.

This is it. Mitzo is the sexiest Chinese restaurant in Singapore yet.

Situated in the heart of Orchard Road, Mitzo’s prime location makes it the perfect destination for business luncheons, family dinners, dates, or a late night’s out. Celebrated Chef Nicky Ng – previously the head chef at Michelin-starred Hakkasan New York – now fronts the restaurant with his A-team, skilfully preparing delectable modern Cantonese dishes that will have you returning for more. The array of impressive Asian cocktail concoctions also adds a touch of sexiness to the restaurant.

We are so in love with its gorgeous interior. Very atypical of a Chinese restaurant, Mitzo is absolutely sexy, and has a inviting lounge-like vibe. Here are 10 reasons why you should visit Mitzo Restaurant, right about now.

From now till 31 August 2015, simply quote ladyironchef to get 20% off total bill at Mitzo. We are also giving away 5 X Weekend Brunch for Two (worth $136++). Leave a comment below, and share this post on your Facebook timeline to win. More details on the giveaway at the end of this post.

#1 CONVENIENT LOCATION

Located in Singapore’s iconic hub of retail, Mitzo sits within Grand Park Orchard Hotel, and is the ideal pit stop to recharge with Chinese gourmet and artisanal cocktails. Positioned strategically between Orchard MRT and Somerset MRT, you can take a 5-minute leisure walk over from either train stations.

Six-month-old Mitzo sits on the fourth floor of 5-star Grand Park Orchard. Mitzo is an oasis of calm in the bustling city, offering utmost privacy and mouthwatering Chinese cuisine.

#2 STYLISH AMBIENCE

Upon entrance, we were blown away by Mitzo’s contemporary and elegant decors; full-length windows, colourful glass screens and mirrored ceilings surround the chic restaurant.

The swanky interior is accompanied by upbeat tracks specially curated by the in-house song curator; we love the transition of Nu Disco to Neo Soul grooves as night approaches. The venue boasts a capacity of 82 pax, and is available for booking for private events. For an intimate dining experience, you can book the exclusive Drawing Room that holds up to 26 guests.

#3 TALENTED CULINARY TEAM

Executive Head Chef Nicky Ng, whose vast cooking experiences include stints at Michelin-starred Hakkasan in New York City and the once glorious Club Chinois, helms this fine dining restaurant. Together with his brilliant team of professional sous chefs and knowledgeable waiting staff, Mitzo guarantees you a memorable dining experience. You will definitely be pampered and well taken care of.

#4 IMPECCABLE CANTONESE DISHES

Do not let the Japanese sounding name mislead you. Mitzo name is actually an inspiration from the Cantonese word, ‘Honeyed Date’ (known as Matzo in Cantonese), a key ingredient used in making soup by the Cantonese. Mitzo patrons get to enjoy a scrumptious spread of top-notch Cantonese fare with a refreshing twist on the finest bone china plate ware. By sticking to key Cantonese classic elements, Nicky ensures that familiar Canton flavours remain albeit the modern makeover.

We would say the menu is what you would least expect of your usual Chinese restaurants; you will be pleasantly surprised.

#5 BBQ PORK THAT MELTS IN YOUR MOUTH

While there are many tantalizing treats to choose from, one item that had our jaws dropping in awe was the extraordinary Mitzo Special Barbeque Pork (S$18++). The incredibly tender char siew with a tinge of sweet caramelized crispy coating is such a crowd pleaser – it literally melts in your mouth, while leaving you with a sweet crisp!

We honestly have no words. ‘So damn good’ just does not do it enough justice, really. We were speechless when we sank our teeth in to the first slice; how can char siew be so amazing?! This tasty appetizer is a definite must-order and a dish that we would specially return for any day.

#6 DIVINE TRUFFLE DUCK

Another signature dish that had us all raving about was the Black Truffle Crispy Roast Duck (S$38++). Epicurean foodies and fans of Hakkasan will find this dish familiar – which is no surprise since Chef Nicky Ng is the famed Executive Chef de Cuisine back in 2011.

The moment this dish was brought to our table, the strong aroma of black truffle perfumed the dining hall. You have no idea how we couldn’t wait to devour the glistening duck. And boy, was it a life-changing dish! We can never look at roast duck the same way again.

Only available on the ala-carte menu and in half duck portions, the dish is perfect for sharing with all your truffle-loving friends.

#7 FOUR TYPES OF SET COURSES

If selection of dishes from the ala-carte menu is too much to handle, why not select a curated dining experience from one of Mitzo’s four themed set menus? You will also get to sample a large variety of dishes at a more affordable price.

Choose from four-course set lunch (S$28++), eight-course signature set meal (S$108++ per pax), eight-course classic Cantonese set meal (S$48++ per pax) or a nine-course deluxe set meal (S$68++ per pax).

#8 ASIAN INSPIRED COCKTAILS

Besides an enviable selection of craft beers, wines and premium tonics, Mitzo also offers an interesting cocktail menu of updated classics, Asian inspired cocktails and other marvelous creations.

Using only the freshest ingredients that are carefully procured on a daily basis, you can be rest assured that your alcoholic beverages are of the highest quality. Best-selling cocktails include the refreshing Chrysanthemum-infused Garden of Eden (S$22++) and Empress Sours (S$20++). Enjoy your drinks at the stunning Cocktail Atelier where you can admire jellyfishes in the spectacular 3-meter long aquarium.

In addition, the friendly bar Staff will gladly make any bespoke drinks to your specifications.

#9 DIM SUM FOR SUPPER

How do you fancy the idea of artisanal dim sum for supper? While most Chinese restaurants only serve dim sum in the day, Mitzo is breaking all conventions by serving these dainty Asian delights – which include Black Pepper Wagyu Beef Spring Roll,  Shrimp Dumpling, Crab Meat & Chicken Dumpling - till the wee hours. What great news for nocturnal creatures!

This intriguing concept is not limited to just dim sums, as other savoury selections – such as Deep-fried Octopus with cumin salt and pepper (S$18++), Deep-Fried Prawn Coated with Wasabi Mayonnaise – are also available throughout the night to fight the untimely hunger pangs.

And by the way, if you are at Mitzo for lunch or dinner, you must try the Steamed Dim Sum Platter ($28++) that features exquisitely handmade pieces with premium ingredients. Just look at the little abalone atop the siew mai; aren’t you salivating already?

#10 THE MOST COMFORTING BRAISED VERMICELLI

We are usually not too excited about braised vermicelli. But Mitzo has earned our loyalty with the Braised Vermicelli (S$28++) with scallop, cod fish and prawns. This dish is most comforting, and boasts a taste that reminds us of home. With a sweet broth that is naturally thickened by the fresh ingredients, the Braised Vermicelli makes a splendid one-dish meal on simpler days.

We can never forget the taste of this Braised Vermicelli.

MITZO DINING VOUCHERS GIVEAWAY

1. Mitzo is giving away 5 X Weekend Brunch for Two (worth $136++)
2. Leave a comment in this post and tell us which dish you would like to try from Mitzo.
3. ‘Like’ Mitzo on Facebook.
4. Share the link of this post on your Facebook timeline.
5. The contest starts from now till 9 August 2015, 2359 hrs.
6. Winners will be notified by email.

UPDATE: The five winners are Hazel Yang, Teo Kai Sin, Luah Moi Kee, Koh Peng Jek, and Kash Koh. 

Mitzo Restaurant & Bar
Level 4 Grand Park Orchard
270 Orchard Road
Singapore 238857
Tel: +65 6603 8855
Mon to Thu: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 12am last order
Fri to Sun, Public Holiday and Eve of Public Holidays: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 1am last order
Nearest Station: Orchard/Somerset

This post is brought to you by Mitzo Restaurant & Bar.