Prego at Fairmont Singapore is one of the most reputable Italian restaurants in Singapore, and they are known for signature Italian favourites such as wood-fired pizza. But what we truly love is the all-new Italian Sunday Brunch Buffet—one of the best indulgences if you have a hankering for Italiano-everything.

Prego’s head chef Antonio Facchinetti and his team have introduced a whole new gastronomic experience and the Italian Sunday Brunch happens every Sunday from 12pm to 3pm. It is a massive showcase of Italian fiesta, from cold cuts and premium cheeses to a la minute pasta and grilled meats.

Here are some of the highlights you can expect at Prego’s Sunday Brunch Buffet, and why you should start your year right with a great Italian Brunch.

THE STYLISH INTERIOR

With Parmesan cheese wheels, sausages and Italian Prosciutto as part of the decorations, you would be impressed at how the modern Italian restaurant is still able to keep its traditions strong.

The warm hues in Prego also make for a very relaxed yet casual chic dining atmosphere—perfect for family brunch and couples who are looking to have a romantic date.

It is hard to find a place in Singapore where you can go to for a true Italian communal dining experience.

FREE-FLOW SPARKLING WINE

Sunday brunch is just not the same without some bubbles! And at Prego, you can choose to indulge in free-flow Berlucchi ’61 Brut Franciacorta as part of your feast. The sweet Italian Sparkling Wine is carefully selected to pair with the curated line-up.

So, go on. Drink up because free-flow sparkling wine is the perfect way to spend Sunday afternoons.

THE BEST OF ITALIAN CHEESE AT THE SEASONAL STATIONS

Italians take pride in producing some of the best cheeses in the world. Taste a slice of Italy right here at Prego, where you have creamy Ricotta, milky Burrata and very smooth Mozzarella to indulge in all you want.

The menus for the four seasonal stations in Prego change from time to time based on seasonality. Some of the dishes on rotation are exquisite creations by the chefs which include Wagyu Beef Carpaccio with Truffle Breadcrumbs, Wild Frittata with Mushrooms and Grilled Portobello “Steak” Salad.

An assortment of Italian bread and bruschetta is also part of the line-up.

And just beside the Home-Crafted Rustic Italian Bread & Bruschetta Station, there are more Italian farm cheeses in the likes of Asiago and Taleggio. Those who prefer hard cheeses can opt for these!

LIVE PASTA CRAFTING AND RISOTTO BAR

The star of our Sunday Buffet Brunch goes to the ‘live’ pasta crafting and risotto bar. Visitors get to watch the chefs in action as they masterfully craft out fresh pasta right before you.

The fun part? You get to create your own pasta dish at this station! Choose from various kinds of pasta such as ravioli, spaghetti and squid ink pasta (depending on season).

When you are done, pick a sauce of your choice including Spiced Tomato Sauce with Seafood, traditional Bolognese sauce, creamy Carbonara or the seasonal Truffle cream sauce. There are plenty of toppings to go with your pasta too—mushrooms, peppers, ham etc.

At the risotto bar, you get a generous serving of Black Truffle Risotto from the chef who uses only premium Acquerello Rice—one of Italy’s top risotto rice producer. Needless to say, this was one of the best truffle risottos we had. Every grain was full and plump, and lavishly coated with cream and cheese, then topped off with a generous serving of seasonal black truffle.

The risotto counter showcases the most premium of seasonal produce – expect different seasonal specialties when you return to Prego. *Hint: Asparagus and Roasted King Prawns Risotto next!

MEAT AND SEAFOOD GRILL

Here’s the one station that will get the carnivores all excited—the grill. This is where you can have your meat and seafood grilled a la minute and served warm to you.

Get ready for the wide selection on offer which includes Lamb Rack with Garlic & Thyme, Salmon Fillet with Dill & Lemon, Beef Sirloin with Rosemary and Chicken Thigh with Lemon & Oregano.

FRESH SEAFOOD

If grilled seafood ain’t your thing, go for the oysters, scallops and poached Alaska crab legs instead. This station is the epitome of seafood luxury and the sheer selection will leave you bewildered!

We love how easy it is to slurp up the freshly shucked oysters and dig into the pre-cracked crab legs. Seriously, ready-to-eat fresh crabs is a luxury beyond imagination!

ITALIAN GELATO CART AND ALL KINDS OF DESSERTS

We were blown away by the limelight of the dessert counter. What do you know, it was an Italian gelato cart! Build your very own Italian gelato on a cone with the various flavours.

Did we mention there’s tiramisu as well? You can have a whole tray of tiramisu all to yourself! And that’s not all. The dessert counter also comes with Traditional Cannoli, Wild Berries Pannacotta, Chocolate Salame, Ricotta Cheesecake, among other sweet delights!

Sunday Brunch Buffet at Prego (12pm – 3pm)
Adult: S$128++**, S$98++*
Child: S$49++*

**includes unlimited Berlucchi ’61 Brut Franciacorta, Italian Signature Cocktails, House Wines, Tiger Draught, Juices and Soft Drinks
* includes unlimited non-alcoholic drinks

Prego 
Fairmont Singapore, Level 1
80 Bras Basah Road
Singapore 189560
Tel: +65 6431 6156
Nearest Station: City Hall

This post is brought to you by Fairmont Singapore.

We slog throughout the week to get work done, and many times, we’d rush through our meals simply because there is no luxury of time to sit down to properly enjoy our food. That’s when weekend indulgences are what keep us going, and we look forward to unwinding over great food and wine.

Champagne brunches are increasingly popular; think bottomless champagne and prosecco brunch spreads fit for the royalty. The very idea of luxuriating over endless servings of gourmet food and free-flow premium bubbles always have us all thrilled. Don’t you, too?

Need some help? Here is our guide to the The Best Weekend Champagne and Prosecco Brunches in Singapore. Whoever said money cannot buy happiness obviously haven’t had a memorable champagne brunch!

BASILICO

Basilico is a lavish restaurant located on the second level of The Regent Singapore. Diners dropping by for their highly raved about Italian Saturday Prosecco Lunch and/or Sunday Lunch are in an Italian feast with a buffet spread featuring authentic and seasonal Italian cuisine. Your over-the-top meal is completed with a generous free flow of bubbles.

The Regent Singapore
1 Cuscaden Road
Level 2
Singapore 249715
Tel: +65 6725 3232

Italian Saturday Prosecco Lunch
Sat: 12pm – 3pm
S$119++ per adult

Sunday Lunch
Sun: 12pm – 3pm
S$135++ per adult (free-flow prosecco)
S$168++ per adult (free-flow champagne)

BRASSERIE LES SAVEURS

With its high ceilings and elaborate furnishings, Brasserie Les Saveurs is bound to impress. The fancy restaurant offers a delectable selection of contemporary French cuisine. Sit back, relax and enjoy the live band performance whilst your glasses are filled with champagne. Sunday Champagne Brunch patrons are also treated to unlimited wines and beers.

29 Tanglin Road
The St. Regis Singapore
Tel: +65 6506 6888
Nearest Station: Orchard

Sunday Champagne Brunch
Sun: 12pm – 3pm
S$148++ per adult (inclusive of free-flow coffee and tea only)
S$180++ per adult (inclusive of free-flow beers, soft drinks, juices and wines)
S$195++ per adult (inclusive of free-flow beers, juices, wines and champagnes)
S$395++ per adult (inclusive of free-flow beers, juices, wines and Krug Grande Cuvée NV)

COLONY

With eight spectacular ‘live’ kitchens featuring the freshest seafood and tastiest roasts, Colony is where you would bring your date and distinguished guests to for an impressive meal. The weekly Vintage Champagne Brunch includes unlimited Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage Blanc 2006, Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage Rosé 2004, house pour red/white wines, selected handcrafted cocktails and draft beers too.

Level 3, The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore
7 Raffles Avenue
Singapore 039799
Tel: +65 6434 5288
Nearest Station: Promenade

Vintage Champagne Brunch
Sun: 12 pm – 3.30 pm (last order at 3.15 pm)
S$47++ per child (three to five years old)
S$94++ per child (six to 12 years old)
S$138++ per adult (inclusive of free-flow soft drinks and fruit flavoured sparkling mineral water)
S$188++ per adult (inclusive of free-flow Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage Blanc 2006, Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage Rose 2004, selected cocktails/mocktails, house pour red/white wines, draft beer and soft drinks)

FOOD EXCHANGE

If you love luxuriating in weekend brunches, then you need to check out the all-new Food Exchange at Novotel Singapore on Stevens for your next weekend indulgence.

Comfortably nestled in the spanking new Novotel Singapore on Stevens, this sleek restaurant spins up a plethora of international cuisine, allowing you to tuck into delectable food while overlooking the view of the hotel’s infinity pool.

As far as lavish Sunday brunches are concerned, freshness, quality and variety are some of the factors that we value most. Helmed by award-winning Finnish Head Chef Janne Ollikainen, the extensive buffet line at Food Exchange encompasses everything from fresh sashimi and seafood to hot cooking stations that serve up eggs, pasta and risotto à la minute, a myriad of roasted meats and more. They even have their very own DIY Bloody Mary bar so you can concoct your own brunch-time cocktail!

Quote ‘ladyironchef’ upon making your reservation to enjoy the Sunday Brunch at S$120 for two pax that will run from now all the way until 25 February 2018! Do note that this promotion does not include alcohol, you can top up S$50++ per pax for free-flow alcohol.

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Food Exchange
Novotel Singapore on Stevens
28 Stevens Road,
#01-01, Singapore 257878
Tel: +65 6491 6100
Email: h9543@accor.com
www.novotel-singapore-stevens.com/restaurants-bars/food-exchange/

Weekday Lunch: Monday to Friday, 12:00pm – 2:30pm, S$42++
Saturday Lunch: Saturday, 12:00pm – 2:30pm, S$52++
Sunday Family Brunch: Sunday, 12:00pm – 3:00pm, S$78++ / $128++ (Free flow Moet Champaign, Rose wine, Red wine, White wine and Draft Beer)

Weekday Dinner: Monday to Friday, 6:00pm – 10:00pm, S$58++
Weekend Dinner: Saturday to Sunday, 6:00pm – 10:00pm, S$68++

EDGE

Presenting a diverse and interactive dining experience, Pan Pacific Singapore’s Edge remains, till this day, one of our all-time favourite weekend brunch spots in the city.

A multifaceted buffet restaurant that goes over the edge—in every sense of the word—with 7 interactive live food theatres, 16 food stations (at least) and one epic dessert spread, Edge constantly pushes the boundaries to what most people would envision as a ‘typical’ buffet and their revamped Theatrical Sunday Champagne Brunch is no exception. Gather your family and loved ones for a refreshed selection of gourmet items that are made better with unlimited Veuve Clicquot Champagne, an all-new botanical gin bar, a new food station and even live band performances that the whole family can enjoy.

From 25 March to 24 June 2018, simply quote ‘ladyironchef’ to enjoy a complimentary upgrade to unlimited Veuve Clicquot Rosé Champagne (usual price at S$208++ per diner) for diners who opt for the S$188++ unlimited Veuve Clicquot Brut Yellow Label Champagne price, as well as a 10% discount on the S$128++ brunch price that includes unlimited fresh juices, soft drinks, coffee and tea.

Sunday Champagne Brunch
Every Sunday (enhanced selection available from 18 March to 24 June 2018)
12pm – 3.30pm
Adult: S$208++ (includes unlimited Veuve Clicquot Rosé Champagne, wine, beer & cocktails)
Adult: S$188++ (includes unlimited Veuve Clicquot Brut Yellow Label Champagne, wine, beer & cocktails)
Adult: S$128 ++ (includes unlimited fresh juices, soft drinks, coffee and tea)
Child (aged 6 to 11 years old): S$64++ (includes unlimited fresh juices, soft drinks, coffee and tea)

For dining reservations and enquiries, please call +65 6826 8240 or email celebrate.sin@panpacific.com.

Pan Pacific Singapore, Level 3
7 Raffles Boulevard
Daily: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Sunday Brunch: 12pm – 3.30pm
Reservations: +65 6826 8240 / celebrate.sin@panpacific.com
Nearest Station: City Hall / Promenade

EQUINOX RESTAURANT

Equinox Restaurant’s Sunday brunch entails succulent seafood, mouthwatering roasts and irresistible desserts alongside free-flow Moët & Chandon Impérial champagne, house red/white wines, specialty cocktails and Tiger draught beer. Note that live performances such as balloon sculpting and magic shows will only take place every last Sunday of the month.

Level 70
Swissotel The Stamford, Singapore
2 Stamford Road
Singapore 178882
Tel: +65 6837 3322
Nearest Station: Cityhall

Sunday Brunch
Sun: 11am – 2.30pm
S$68++ per child (four to eight years old)
S$88++ per child (seven to 12 years old)
S$138++ per adult (brunch buffet only)
$158++ per adult (inclusive of free-flow champagne)

Pink Brunch (every last Sunday of the month)
S$78++ per child (four to six years old)
S$98++ per child (seven to 12 years old)
S$158++ per adult (brunch only)
S$178++ per adult (inclusive of free-flow champagne)

HILTON SINGAPORE

We are telling you that this is easily among the best champagne brunches in Singapore, for the spread features only the most premium of ingredients, and at very reasonable prices.

You bet we were awed by the array of fresh seafood that sat beautifully on the counters, premium Australian meat cuts, gourmet European delicatessen and more. To say we were enticed by the sheer spread is an understatement.

There is an option for those who prefer to indulge in only the food at S$88++/pax, and there are two options for those who want to luxuriate further with sparkling wine, red and white wines, and champagne.

581 Orchard Road
Singapore 238883
Tel: +65 6730 3390
Nearest Station: Orchard Road

S$39++ per child (four to 11 years old)
S$88++ per adult (brunch buffet only)
S$108++ per adult (inclusive of free-flow sparkling wine, selected white and red wines and beer)
S$138++ per adult (inclusive of free-flow Louis Roederer champagne, selected white and red wines and beer)

INTERCONTINENTAL SINGAPORE’S ASH & ELM

Sunday champagne brunches at the timelessly elegant Intercontinental Singapore’s Ash & Elm means unlimited portions of Asian-inspired international cuisine and free-flow Veuve Clicquot Brut Yellow Label Magnum Champagne, Pink Elephant Sparkling Rosé and bespoke cocktails.

80 Middle Road
Singapore 188966
Tel: +65 6825 1008
Nearest Station: Bugis

Sunday Brunch
Sun: 12pm – 3pm
S$38++ per child (six to 12 years old)
S$98++ per adult (inclusive of free-flow soft drinks, juices and bloody mary vodka)
$138++ per adult (inclusive of free-flow soft drinks, juices, bloody mary vodka, house red/white, beers and champagne)

MEZZA9

Award-winning mezza9 at Grand Hyatt Singapore features a sumptuous Sunday Brunch where customers can immerse themselves in 9 different dining experiences at just one venue. Load your plates with limitless servings of maine lobsters, char-grilled meats, sashimi and whatnot. Of course, your glasses will be refilled with free flow of Perrier Jouët Grand Brut Champagne, premium red/white wines, mojitos, bloody mary cocktails and beers. It is little wonder mezza9 is the most popular Sunday Brunch spot in town!

Grand Hyatt Singapore
10 Scotts Road
Tel: +65 6416 7322
Nearest Station: Orchard

Sunday Brunch
Sun: 11.30am – 3pm
S$69++ per child (three to 12 years old)
$128++ per adult (inclusive of free-flow fruit juices and soft drinks)
S$148++ per adult (inclusive of free-flow Perrier-Jouët Grand Brut Champagne, cabernet sauvignon, cloudy bay sauvignon blanc, tiger beer mojito and bloody mary)
S$158++ per adult (inclusive of free-flow Perrier-Jouët Blason Rose Champagne, cabernet sauvignon, cloudy bay sauvignon blanc, tiger beer mojito and bloody mary)
S$288++ per adult (inclusive of free-flow Perrier-Jouët Belle Epoque Vintage Champagne, cabernet sauvignon, cloudy bay sauvignon blanc, tiger beer, mojito and bloody mary)

MITZO

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?

Unlike the usual champagne brunches in Singapore, Mitzo’s Weekend Dim Sum Brunch comes with Cantonese-style dishes and artisanal dim sum. It also includes one bamboo clam dish, one live lobster dish and an abalone dish per guest.

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

Weekend Brunch
Sat and Sun: 12pm – 2.30pm
S$34++ per child (six to 12 years old)
S$68++ per adult (brunch only)
S$128++ per adult (inclusive of free-flow champagne, selected cocktails, beers and wines)

OSCAR’S

Oscar’s at Conrad Centennial Singapore Hotel is another of our favourite destination for Sunday Champagne Brunch Buffet. The elaborate spread will leave you breathless with the sheer number of gourmet delicacies. From Boston lobsters, roast London duck, fresh Japanese sashimi, pan-seared foie gras to hearty Asian noodles, the Sunday Champagne Brunch Buffet at Oscar’s will complete your Sundays.

Top up S$20++ for free-flowing house wines, sparkling wine and selected cocktails, or an additional S$60++ for bottomless Laurent-Perrier Brut, NV Champagne, house wines and selected cocktails.

Conrad Centennial Singapore Hotel
2 Temasek Boulevard
Lobby Level
Singapore 038982
Tel: +65 6432 7481
Nearest Station: Promenade

Oscar’s Supercharged Sunday Brunch
Sun: 12.30pm – 3.30pm
Free for kids aged 5 and below
S$40++ per child (aged 6 to 12)
S$98++ per adult (brunch only)
S$118++ per adult (inclusive of free-flow sparkling wine, house wines and selected cocktails)
S$158++ per adult (inclusive of free-flow champagne, house wines and selected cocktails)

PETE’S PLACE

For three hours straight, Pete’s Place at Grand Hyatt Singapore is offering an All-You-Can-Eat-And-Drink Sunday Brunch where diners get to enjoy unlimited Italian dishes, Italian red/white wines, Villa Sandi Prosecco, Tiger Draught Beers and Campari Cocktails. Imagine digging into endless beef carpaccio, fresh crabs, roasted lamb and endless glasses of alcohol… what a joyful Sunday that will be!

Grand Hyatt Singapore Hotel
10 Scotts Road
Singapore 228211
Tel: +65 6738 1234
Nearest Station: Orchard

Sunday Brunch
Sun: 11.30 am – 2.30 pm
S$29++ per child (five to 12 years old)
S$68++ per adult (inclusive of free-flow selected juices and a round of coffee or tea)
S$88++ per adult (inclusive of of free-flow Villa Sandi Prosecco, red and white wines, Tiger draught beer, Campari cocktails and Aperol Spritz)

PREGO AT FAIRMONT SINGAPORE

Prego at Fairmont Singapore is one of the most reputable Italian restaurants in Singapore, and they are known for signature Italian favourites such as wood-fired pizza. But what we truly love is the all-new Italian Sunday Brunch Buffet—one of the best indulgences if you have a hankering for Italiano-everything.

Sunday brunch is just not the same without some bubbles! And at Prego, you can choose to indulge in free-flow Berlucchi ’61 Brut Franciacorta as part of your feast.

Fairmont Singapore, Level 1
80 Bras Basah Road
Singapore 189560
Tel: +65 6431 6156
Nearest Station: City Hall

THE LINE

Long-standing buffet establishment The Line at Shangri-La Hotel needs no further introduction. The mother of all buffets is renowned for its extensive variety of dishes and free flow of Perrier-Jouet Champagne, house pour wines and draft beers.

Shangri-La Hotel
22 Orange Grove Road
Singapore 258350
Tel: +65 6213 4275

Sunday Carnivore Champagne Brunch
Sun: 12pm – 3pm
S$54++ per child (six to 11 years old)
S$108++ per adult (brunch only)
S$158++ per adult (inclusive of free-flow Perrier-Jouët champagne, beers, wines, coffees and teas)

Perched atop Telok Blangah Hill is an opulent colonial building occupied by Italian Restaurant Alkaff Mansion Ristorante. The bungalow was once a highly sought-after destination amongst the entitled in the 1930s, where it was renowned for the most extravagant socialite parties.

Painstakingly restored to its grandeur in 2011, all present-day visitors are warmly welcomed to experience the glorious splendour of yesteryears while enjoying authentic Italian fare. And on Sundays, Alkaff Mansion Ristorante offers a decadent buffet spread of Italian gourmet alongside unlimited flow of Prosecco, White and Red wines for only S$98++ per adult.

The seemingly hefty price tag is actually an amazing deal, especially when compared to the average rates in Singapore’s fine dining industry. Diners get to indulge in unlimited servings of fresh seafood, fine meats, pastas in a variety of sauces, and refreshing bubbles! You would probably have to pay twice more when ordering such amounts in other fancy establishments.

So, what’s not to love about Alkaff Mansion Ristorante’s Sunday Prosecco Brunch?

The two-storey stunning Alkaff Mansion is nestled in lush greenery and its remote location offers unrivalled tranquility. Its serene outdoor area features majestic water fountains and a beautiful gazebo that overlooks Telok Blangah Hill Park.

Drivers will be glad to know that free parking is available at Telok Blangah Hill Park’s Car Park 2. Complimentary valet parking services are also offered after 6.30pm daily.

The romantic Italian restaurant is transformed to a gastronomical extravaganza with its value-for-money free-flow Prosecco Brunch every Sunday from 11.30pm – 3pm. The magnificent Tudor-style dining hall is beyond stunning with its shimmering chandeliers and makes a great Sunday lunch date destination.

Priced reasonably at S$98++ per adult and S$58++ per child, patrons get to enjoy a mouthwatering selection of authentic Italian fare. The variety is so exhaustive that you will find yourselves spoilt rotten for choice. The featured dishes may differ every week, depending on the availability of ingredients.

Executive Chef Simone Depalmas is a native of Sardinia, Italy. With his rich gastronomy experiences, we always trust him to come up with the most delicious Italian fare.

Using only the freshest produce, mostly imported from Italy directly, Chef Simone believes in creating his dishes from scratch, and that includes the sauces! His fiery passion for cooking is evident in his repertoire of hearty culinary inventions that never fail to excite us.

The antipasti menu boasts a mind-blowing array of cold cuts and delectable raw seafood, so go on and pile your plates endlessly! We particularly enjoyed the ultra refreshing Scottish Salmon ‘Carpaccio’ With Caviar Dressing.

Luxuriate further with their other signature seafood items such as Octopus Carpaccio with Yellow Frisee Salad (also Chef Simone’s signature antipasti), Black Olives and Balsamic Reduction and Seasonal Freshly-Shucked Oysters. Oh, if you are lucky to be there on days that they serve the Beef Carpaccio, you totally have to try that!

The other cured meats, namely Cold Cut Veal Loin with Tuna Sauce & Capers and Parma Ham with Rock Melon, are must-try items too. We were unabashedly ashamed of returning for seconds, thirds and more; life of a glutton, right?

The feast also includes a selection of Italian premium cheeses – including the classic burrata – that will perfectly complement your unlimited wines. We have nothing but praises for the cheeses.

The next-door room features live stations of freshly prepared Cheesy Penne Pasta, Oven Baked Beef Sirloin, Roasted Atlantic Cod and more. If you are in need of more carbohydrates to fill your growling tummies, dive straight for the piping hot slices of Pepperoni and Prawn Pizzas. Look carefully and you will notice that each cheesy pizza is decorated with pretty edible flower petals.

The selection of pastas is also on rotation, and there will always be something new to try. No matter what you have a taste for – cream base or fresh tomatoes paste – there will be something to please. Oh, there is a huge cauldron of hot soup that bears a taste of home too!

Complete your decadent meal with the prettiest desserts. The dessert table is filled with an extensive variation of Italian classics and contemporary renditions. From bite-size crème brûlée and walnut brownies to deconstructed tiramisu, the abundance of sweet treats still surprise even the most regular customers. And with authentic Italian desserts being rather scarce in Singapore, we know we can always count on Alkaff Mansion Ristorante when we need some “Italiano Desserto” fix.

The seating capacity of Alkaff Mansion Ristorante’s dining hall for Sundy Prosecco Brunch is capped at 180 pax, but you will be surprised how well received this weekly event is with the expatriate community. Reservations are definitely recommended, even if it is just a table for two. Do note that credit card details will be required for group bookings of 8 or more guests.

Alkaff Mansion Ristorante is an extremely popular events venue, especially for solemnizations and wedding ceremonies. So do call in advance just to ensure that the restaurant is not fully booked for private receptions before you drop by. Prices are also subjected to change on selected festive public holidays.

Sunday Prosecco Brunch
Sun and P.H: 11.30am – 3pm (last order/pour at 2.30pm)
S$98++ per adult, S$58++ per child (ages 5 – 12)

Alkaff Mansion Ristorante
10 Telok Blangah Green
Singapore 109178
Tel: +65 6510 3068
Nearest Station: Harbourfront or Telok Blangah

This post is brought to you by Alkaff Mansion Ristorante.

What’s better than Italian food? An Italian Sunday brunch with free flow of wine and prosecco, of course! One of the oldest Italian restaurants in Singapore, Pete’s Place at Grand Hyatt Singapore presents its Sunday Italian Prosecco Brunch (S$58++ with selected juices and coffee/tea, S$82++ for free flow of house red/white wine, prosecco, Tiger draft beer and Campari cocktails).

As soon as we stepped in to the charming restaurant located at the basement of Grand Hyatt Singapore, we knew it was going to be a good meal. Checkered table cloth, brick walls, wine cellars, and an impressive buffet spread welcomed us. It did not take us long to fall in love with this hidden gem in town that radiates an undeniable rustic enchantment.

Your feast begins at the fresh seafood section – dig in to crabs, mussels, prawns, scallops and freshly shucked oysters. Equally enticing was the cold cuts station, where we indulged in salamis, ham and endless servings of freshly shaved prosciutto with rock melon. The mains include chickan cacciatore, deep fried calamari, braised beef cheeks, and the very addictive squid ink gnocchi. Pasta lovers who cannot do without your first course will also be treated to freshly prepared pasta-of-the-day.

Wait, we haven’t mentioned that there are also freshly baked pizzas from the wood-fired oven, have we? But save some tummy space for the carving station where roasted beef sirloin and lamb leg await us. For something less heavy, there is also an oven baked whole barramundi.

We were also blown away by the dessert offerings at Pete’s Place. Chocolate pistachio cake, black forest cake, cheese cake, almond biscotti, mango mousse; Viva la dolce vita! But the tiramisu completely stole the show. It was one of the better tiramisu that we have had in Singapore, and we would come back to Pete’s Place just for this. The rocky road was also exceptional. The Sunday brunch also comes with a selection of quality homemade Italian gelato – quite the perfect ending to a marvellous Sunday.

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Pete’s Place
Grand Hyatt Singapore
10 Scotts Road
Tel: +65 6416 7322
Daily: 12pm – 4.30pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Sunday: 11.30am – 2.30pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

This post is brought to you by Grand Hyatt Singapore.

Brasserie Les Saveurs at The St Regis Singapore is extremely popular for its champagne brunch. However, not many people know about the Italian weekend prosecco brunch ($98++/pax for prosecco, $68++/pax for non-alcohol) at LaBrezza, a charming and intimate restaurant which serves fine trattoria-style Italian cuisine by the poolside of the hotel.

The space, as you would expect from a poolside restayrant, is bright and airy, which makes it a perfect place for weekend brunch.

La Brezza’s prosecco brunch comes with a delectable antipasti spread which has salads, burrata cheese, salami, prosciutto, and smoked salmon. We would suggest going easy on the antipasti and save room for the ala carte orders of pizza, pasta, and grilled meat and seafood.

Under the pizza menu, there are four options to choose from: Eggs Napoli, with poached egg and tomato on grilled ciabatta bread with pesto and mozzarella; Pizza Margherita; Pizza Vesuvio, with tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, Italian sausage, and roasted sweet peppers; and Gil Sformatini con Salsa al – series of three vegetable flans, parmigianino and black truffle sauce. We also had the chef’s daily risotto special – an asparagus and cheese risotto.

Following which was the Aglio Olio, which we had high expectations of because we always believe the true standard of a chef shines through his ability to whip out that most basic, yet common pasta. La Brezza’s rendition was a tad different from the aglio olio we know. This had tagliatelle tossed evenly in quality extra virgin olive oil, and a very strong note of fresh chilli. Yummy, but we will still choose a garlic heavy aglio olio anytime.

The Vongole was prepared with tagliatelle as well, which we could not quite agree because the slightly fatter and flatter texture did not bring out the fragrance of the white wine sauce – which is precisely the essence of a good vongole. That said, the sauce  was bland and lacklustre to begin with.

Our favourite was the Carbonara – tagliatelle done in a creamy and eggy sauce. We could vouch for the authencity of this dish – it was very close to the one that we had in Rome, just slightly less peppery. And can I just do a little shout out for the bacon chunks? Mildly crisp and every bit of juiciness; just the way I like my bacon to complete a creamy pasta.

That is not all. For main course, there is a selection of meat and seafood grilled ala minute over a charcoal barbeque. Start with the Grilled Australian Lamb Chop with lemon-mint marinade and roasted potatoes.

The star was undoubtedly the Beef Striploin, which you see in the first picture of this post. Tender, juicy and slightly-charred on the surface — it was more than we could have asked for. It was so good that we ordered a second portion.

Also worth a mention was the Spicy Roasted Chicken. The dish looked ordinary, but the meat was well-marinated and very tasty. The sweet, juicy and incredibly meaty King Prawns were equally well-received. The Seabass, on the other hand, was a let-down as it was slightly too fishy for our liking.

Next, we had tiramisu. It was decent with a strong coffee taste, but it lacked texture as the ratio of sponge finger to mascarpone cheese was inadequately balanced.

The other dessert that we had was the Cannoli. Deep fried Sicilian pastry with pistachio, blueberries and strawberries. Good, but not fantastic. As part of the dessert offerings, you can also get fresh sliced fruit with honey yogurt, and four different gelato flavours.

LaBrezza
29 Tanglin Road
The St. Regis Singapore
Tel: +65 6506 6888
Daily: 12pm – 10pm
Weekend brunch: 12pm – 2.45pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

$98++/pax with prosecco
$68++/pax for non-alcohol
$49++/child (4-12 years old)
Note: This was an invited media tasting.