We are so lucky to call Singapore home. Our sunny little island may be just a small red dot, but this dot has proven herself to be a foodie’s paradise with cuisines of all kinds, celebrity restaurants, international names, independent restaurants and what-have-you. You will never be caught in the situation of not knowing where to dine at, neither will you need you pull your hair out when thinking of a worthy place to dine for special occasions.

The addition of Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) to Singapore’s tourism is definitely a great move, but more than its theme parks and attractions, do you know that they are a gourmet’s playground too? With an impressive list of celebrity chefs’ restaurants and family-friendly restaurants, RWS is one of the most comprehensive dining destinations in Singapore.

Christmas is approaching and the joyous festive spirit is filling the air fast. Everyone we know is making plans for dinners and that well-deserved indulgence, and by now, we have our own lists of go-to places and restaurants. But the more the merrier, right?

We went on a food trail some weeks back to curate today’s post, and we are so stoked to be sharing with you some of the festive highlights that you can find at RWS this Christmas. There is surely something that entices, and we know many families will be happy to find friendly options here that suits every generation!

[ Giveaway ] We are giving away a 4-course lunch for 2 (worth S$120++) at Ocean Restaurant by Cat Cora. 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.

FOREST

Forest is a place that we save for a date when we want modern Chinese cuisine served in a classy and elegant restaurant. On Christmas Day, Chef Sam Leong is going all out with a special 8-course lunch that comes with 13 tasting portions. Some of the dishes that you can look forward to are Braised Rice Vermicelli with Pork Belly and Deep-fried Lychee Stuffed with Crab Meat.

Throughout the month of December, Chef Sam Leong has prepared three different festive dinner menus that feature Braised Six-head Australian Abalone and Sea Whelk Soup made with double-boiled quail.

For reservations, call +65 6577 6688 or email dining@rwsentosa.com

The festive set menus are available on:
25 Dec 2014, 1 Jan 2015
8-course set lunch at S$78++/pax (with 13 tasting portions)

1 to 31 Dec 2014
5/6/7 course festive dinner menu at S$138++/S$168++/S$198++ respectively

Level 1, Equarius Hotel
Resorts World Sentosa
8 Sentosa Gateway
Tel: +65 6577 6688
Mon to Sat: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Sun: 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Harbourfront

JOËL ROBUCHON RESTAURANT

Being the chef with the most Michelin Stars to his name, Joël Robuchon is undoubtedly one of the most famous chefs in the world.

For Christmas this year, impress your partner with Joël Robuchon Restaurant’s luxurious festive season menus. Highlights include Le Homard – roasted lobster paired with black truffles; Le Boeuf, grilled beef ribeye with foie gras; and Le Bar, steamed seabass and langoustine topped with caviar – indulgence at its very best.

For reservations, call +65 6577 7888 or email Robuchon@rwsentosa.com

The festive set menus are available on:
24 & 25 Dec 2014
4-course set dinner at S$250++/pax (1st seating from 5.30pm – 7pm)
8-course set dinner at S$525++/pax (2nd seating from 8.15pm onwards)

31 Dec 2014
4-course set dinner at S$250++/pax (1st seating from 5.30pm – 7pm)
8-course set dinner at S$595++/pax (2nd seating from 8.15pm onwards)

1 Jan 2015
Menu Appetit at S$320++ or $400++/pax
Menu Reveillon at S$500++/pax

Level 1, Hotel Michael
Resorts World Sentosa
8 Sentosa Gateway
Tel: +65 6577 7888
Tue to Sat: 6pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Harbourfront

L’ATELIER DE JOËL ROBUCHON RESTAURANT

L’Atelier de Joêl Robuchon Restaurant is the younger counterpart which is hip, trendy and casual in contrast, with sexy red and black interiors where guests can join in the action at the counter seats.

Chef de Cuisine Lorenz Hoja is presenting a 4 and 9-course festive set dinners that include Le Homard, tender lobster with foie gras topped with glazed chestnuts; Le Foie Gras De Canard – duck broth with foie gras ravioli; and Le Punch, a sparkling exotic fruits lightness with Santa Teresa rum.

For reservations, call +65 6577 7888 or email Robuchon@rwsentosa.com

The festive set menus are available on:
24, 25, 31 Dec 2014 & 1 Jan 2015
4-course dinner menu at S$98++/pax, 9-course menu at S$218++/pax (1st seating from 5.30pm – 7pm)
9-course dinner menu at S$218++/pax (2nd seating from 7.30pm onwards)

Level 1, Hotel Michael
Resorts World Sentosa
8 Sentosa Gateway
Tel: +65 6577 7888
Thu to Mon (Closed on Tue & Wed): 5.30pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Harbourfront

OCEAN RESTAURANT BY CAT CORA

Awestruck. That was the only word that could describe our feelings when we were at Ocean Restaurant by Cat Cora. The marine world is one so fascinating and it feels surreal to be dining at this stunning restaurant that is within the S.E.A Aquarium.

The team at Ocean has specially whipped up a 6-course menu that will satisfy every seafood lover with dishes such as Blue Swimmer Crab Risotto and the Gillardeau Oysters that are flown in fresh from France. The 4-course set lunch (S$68++/pax) offers superb value, too.

For reservations, call +65 6577 6688 or email dining@rwsentosa.com

The festive set menus are available on:
24, 25, 31 Dec 2014 & 1 Jan 2015
4-course set lunch at S$68++/pax
4-course set dinner at S$168++/pax, 6-course set dinner at S$198++/pax (2 seatings: 6pm-8pm and 8.30pm onwards)

S.E.A. Aquarium, Resorts World Sentosa
8 Sentosa Gateway
Tel: +65 6577 6688
Daily: 11.30am – 3pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Harbourfront

OSIA

Known for its contemporary cuisine with Australian influence, OSIA is a dining destination to bring your family and loved ones to for a treat this Christmas. Celebrity Chef Scott Webster and Chef de Cuisine Douglas Tay have come up with a festive set menu – featuring Black Salsify with Black Truffle, to Poached Atlantic Cod with Sea Urchin Porridge and Trout Roe - that you will find it impossible to resist.

For reservations, call +65 6577 6688 or email dining@rwsentosa.com

The festive set menus are available on:
24, 25, 31 Dec 2014 & 1 Jan 2015
3-course lunch menu at S$45++/pax
4-course dinner menu at S$125++/pax
5-course dinner menu at S$150++/pax

Festive Walk, Resorts World Sentosa
8 Sentosa Gateway
Tel: +65 6577 6688
Thu to Tue (Closed on Wed): 11.30am – 3pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Harbourfront

PALIO

Prized for its showcase of Italian delights, Palio is a colourful family-friendly restaurant with great hospitality. The bright and bustling restaurant is dishing out festive dishes like the Orange Marinated Salmon served on beetroot carpaccio, Porcini Mushroom & Truffle Clear Consomme Soup and Ricotta with Spinach Italian Tortellini Pasta.

For reservations, call +65 6577 6688 or email dining@rwsentosa.com

The festive set menus are available on:
Lunch:
1 Dec 2014 – 1 Jan 2015
3-course lunch at S$35++/pax

Dinner:
1 – 23 Dec 2014, 26 – 30 Dec 2014
3-course dinner at S$55++/pax
24 & 25 Dec 2014
4-course dinner at S$68++/pax
31 Dec 2014
5-course dinner at S$98++/pax
1 Jan 2015
3-course dinner at $68++/pax

Level 2, Hotel Michael
Resorts World Sentosa
8 Sentosa Gateway
Tel: +65 6577 6688
Daily: 7.30am – 10.30am, 12pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Harbourfront

TANGERINE

Looking for guilt-free options? Health nuts might already know Tangerine, the spa cafe that is nestled within Espa. The combination of culinary and wellness is beautifully translated into a healthy menu over at Tangerine, and if Christmas isn’t all about turkey and heavy eating for you, then Tangerine is for you.

The multi-course sets include appetisers of two-way salmon, main courses like the Chicken & Mushroom Duxelle Roulade and Halibut Fillet with Braised Leek & Truffle and Urchin Cream. Desserts like their Lemongrass Jelly and Siam Chocolate Banana Ganache are not sinful but tasty too!

For reservations, call +65 6577 6688 or email dining@rwsentosa.com

The festive set menus are available on:
22 Dec 2014 -1 Jan 2015
3-course set lunch at S$40++
4-course set dinner at S$75++

Level 1 ESPA, Resorts World Sentosa
8 Sentosa Gateway
Tel: +65 6577 6688
Daily: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Harbourfront

RESORTS WORLD SENTOSA GIVEAWAY

1. Resorts World Sentosa is giving away a 4-course lunch for 2 (worth S$120++) at Ocean Restaurant by Cat Cora.
2. Leave a comment in this post and tell us where (out of the 7 restaurants at Resorts World Sentosa listed in this guide) do you want to celebrate Christmas this year?
3. Like Resorts World Sentosa on Facebook
4. Share the link of this post on your Facebook timeline.
5. The contest starts from now till 10 December 2014, 2359 hrs.
6. Winners will be notified by email.

// UPDATED on 14 Dec 2014: The winner of the giveaway is Tracy Wong.

With so many options, you can even dine at RWS every day for two weeks and there will still be new menus to discover! Business luncheons, family dinners, date nights, a gathering with friends… they can all be answered at RWS. Moreover, dining at the island always feels like a great escape from the hubbubs of the busy city.

For more details on the latest promotions, head over to RWSentosa.com/dining. Also, like Resorts World Sentosa on Facebook, and Instagram.

This Christmas feature is brought to you by Resorts World Sentosa.