Christmas is the season of giving and here at Royale, and it is sans the hefty price tag so that many more of us can enjoy without having our wallets take a beating. That’s not to say they’re skimping on anything.

When you think of Christmas, you think of indulgence, you think of a celebration, and with Royale’s Santa’s Christmas Circus Festive Buffet, there is no better way to jingle some bells and make some merry. Watch the flavourful magic of Christmas come to life in an enticing festive feast featuring over 40 scrumptious Yuletide dishes. We’re talking about Truffle Cheese Fondue, a Live Outdoor BBQ station and show-stopping meat-focused centerpieces, all lined up like presents under the Christmas tree for you.

You’ll be glad to know that the circus will be in town from the 10 Dec 2018 until 01 Jan 2019 so you can ring in the new year with festivities too. For prices as low as S$48++ per pax, there’s no reason to let this festive opportunity pass you by.

For the extra star on top of the tree, our readers can quote ‘ladyironchef’ for 25% off Royale’s festive dinner buffet at only S$36++ per pax for lunch buffet and S$51 per pax for dinner buffet (valid every day except for Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve). If you’ve already been to Royale, you’ll understand how the opulent baroque style furnishing of the place fits the Christmas theme to a T.

SEAFOOD ON ICE

Despite the extremely affordable price tag, Royale doesn’t skimp at all. Shellfish lovers will be elated to know that they serve up sweet poached prawns and short neck clams all on a giant bed of ice, ready for the picking.

What’s more, fresh, meaty live oysters on the half shell will also be part of the seafood on ice selection on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve as well as New Year’s Day.

LIVE OUTDOOR BBQ

One of the biggest highlights of this delightful Christmas spread has to be the Live Outdoor BBQ Station. They’ve got delicious Tandoori Chicken Kebabs with Mushrooms that’s got a serious heady note of Indian spice and heat from the grill that makes it so addictive, yet the Mini Crayfish with Homemade Spices doesn’t pale in comparison with how fresh and sweet the flesh is.

We absolutely loved the way the creamy mentaiko sauce kept the sweet scallop hot within its pocket of goodness and couldn’t help going back for thirds and fourths. It’s definitely a dish you can’t leave without sampling over and over again.

CARVING STATION

Now Christmas isn’t quite Christmas without a stunning centrepiece, and here you get to choose between three stellar ones. Back by popular demand, Royale will be showcasing their Baked 7-Spices Turkey with Homemade Chilli Sauce, German Pork Knuckle with White Pepper or Pineapple Sauce and their Baked Honey Cinnamon Gammon Ham with Citrus sauce again.

In a marriage of festive and Asian flavours, the rich textures and tastes are a treat for the taste buds and take your senses on a flight. Everything is carved right in front of you to whet your appetite before it’s even served.

Contrary to popular opinion, as well as our preliminary expectations, their turkey was neither dry nor lacking in flavour. Neatly and professionally carved, every slice is thick enough such that you get a good amount of flavourful skin attached to it, as well as a robust succulence that you wouldn’t otherwise have with a thinner slice.

Putting a spin on the quintessential Christmas roast, Royale serves their turkey with a garlicky, potent chilli sauce rather than traditional giblet sauce, heightening the dish with a flavourful, pungent kick.

FLAVOURFUL YULETIDE DISHES

They’ve also got more lined up like presents under a Christmas tree with their hotline specialities. From succulent spicy Black Pepper Pork Ribs to their tender and perfectly pink Port Wine Glazed Rack of Lamb, there’s no stopping the assault of flavours on the tongue. The ratatouille and a dash of homemade champagne sauce served alongside the Oven-Roasted Barramundi was also the perfect complement to the dish.

What really stood out for us though, was the Slow Braised Beef Cheek with Madeira Wine that was so soft, we barely needed to chew. In fact, ditch the knife as the meat is soft enough to tear apart with minimal effort.

Do note that some dishes are only available on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day festive buffets.

TRUFFLE CHEESE FONDUE

We all love doing a little craft in our work, and there’s little that beats a chocolate fondue than a cheese fondue. What’s even better? It’s a truffle cheese fondue. Looking pretty much like a fountain of gold, this screams indulgence at its finest.

Feel free to dip some nachos into the fondue, or their special homemade biscottis and cranberry bread to soak up all of that liquid gold, but don’t let us stop you from drizzling cheese off your biscottis onto the other meats on your plates too.

JOLLY CHRISTMAS SWEETS

A rather crucial but a tip often easily forgotten in the face of a galore of mouthwatering food: always save room for dessert, and you’d be very much sorry if you didn’t. As with every Christmas, you can’t do without a classic log cake but to take the festivities up a notch, Royale’s Ivory White Chocolate Log Cake boasts a moist vanilla sponge cake that’s nothing short of lavish.

They also serve up absolutely adorable Santa Claus Mini Cheesecakes, Festive Tart, Lemon and Berries Meringue and perhaps the most indulgent Valhoma Dark Chocolate Cake ever.

Royale ensures fun for all, and kids would be delighted to unleash their creativity in the kid’s playroom by decorating their own Gingerbread Man. There’s also plenty of other fun-filled activities that’ll keep them entertained while you dine at ease.

If you’re anywhere near as excited as we are, you’ll understand how we’re already salivating just eagerly awaiting the arrival of December. Remember to quote ‘ladyironchef’ for 25% off Royale’s festive dinner buffet at only S$36++ per pax for lunch buffet and S$51 per pax for dinner buffet (valid every day except for Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve)

Santa’s Christmas Circus Festive Buffet

Lunch:
$48++ (Adult)/ $24++ (Child 6 – 12 years)
Dinner:
$68++ (Adult) / $34++ (Child 6 – 12 years)
Children under 6 years dine free

Christmas Eve & Day
24 December & 25 December 2018
Lunch:
$68++ (Adult)/ $34++ (Child 6-12 years)
Dinner:
$88++ (Adult) / $44++ (Child 6 – 12 years)
Children under 6 years dine free

New Year’s Eve & Day
31 December 2018 & 1 January 2019
Lunch: $68++ (Adult) / $34++ (Child 6 – 12 years)
Dinner:$88++ (Adult) / $44++ (Child 6 – 12 years)
Children under 6 years dine free

Royale
Level 3, Mercure Singapore Bugis
122 Middle Road
Singapore 188973
Tel: +65 6521 6030 / or email HA0D7-FB1@accor.com
Buffet Lunch: 12pm – 2.30pm
Buffet Dinner:  6pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Bugis

This post was brought to you by Mercure Singapore Bugis.

Royale—known for their extremely affordable buffet spreads—has now launched their newest Weekend High Tea Buffet showcasing tea time delights spanning from local delights to Western favourites. Specially crafted with a leisurely weekend gathering in mind, feast to your heart’s content at the gorgeous baroque-style dining hall that features dim sum counters, a sandwich bar, desserts and many more.

Bask in an indulgent afternoon of over 40 delectable teatime delights with scrumptious international and local lunch staples alongside a Live Dessert Station. Royale Weekend High Tea rotates between two different menus for Saturday and Sunday, both created in the spirit of a communal feast that is family-friendly and very pocket-friendly.

On the international front, the line-up features classics such as a fresh selection of sandwiches, salads, and brunch fares such as Eggs Benedict and Beef Sliders. Royale also allows you to enjoy the best of both worlds with local delights such as oyster omelette, nasi lemak, and DIY rojak.

Royale’s Weekend High Tea Buffet is available on weekends, Saturday and Sunday, during lunch hours from 12pm – 3pm at only S$48++ per adult and S$24++ per child. Kids under 6 years old dine for free. And here’s the sweetest part: quote ‘LADYIRONCHEF30′ upon making your reservations for a whopping 30% discount off the weekend high tea buffet at S$33.60++ per pax.

IRREGULAR SALAD BAR

Before you scoff at this, while a salad bar is more often than not the least popular part of a buffet, it isn’t the case here at Royale. The salad bad is filled with an array of refreshingly delicious salads to promote a healthier lifestyle.

Expect new varieties and combinations such as Smoked Duck Salad, Thai Beef Salad, Slow Braised Pork Belly with Homemade Pickles and Thai Marinated Squid Salad. They even have a DIY Chinese Rojak station where you can customise your rojak to your own liking.

DAINTY AFTERNOON APPETISERS

When you think of a typical English afternoon tea, handheld sandwiches and light bites are an absolute must. The sandwiches come with a plethora of fillings that cater to every palate—from Smoked Turkey with Cheese and Tomato, Pepper Beef Steak with Sweet Onions, to Smoked Salmon with Cream Cheese. They even offer cheesy Caesar Chicken Quesadilla, Beef Sliders and oozy Egg Benedicts; perfect for kids!

What we do recommend the most though, has to be their bowls of Mini Nasi Lemak that was nothing short of indulgent, savoury and fragrant that even the little ones would want more of.

STEAMY DIM SUM

Of course, high tea doesn’t always have to be an exclusively Western affair. Here, Royale has multiple bamboo steamers filled with classic Asian favourites such as Siew Mai, Braised Chicken Claw and Chicken Char Siew Pau. Our personal favourite had to be the Chicken Pockets, which were little crispy dumplings stuffed full of savoury filling.

There’s also a large vat of congee to help yourself to, and an entire spread of condiments to add to your heart’s content.

SIZZLING HOT EATS

The lineup also features the likes of fluffy Crab Meat Fried Rice, thick umami Braised Ee-Fu Noodles with Mushrooms, decadent Oyster Omelettes and even Bak Kut Teh.

You can also cook your own Laksa. The broth was so rich and flavourful, we had multiple servings of this!

SWEET TREATS TAKE CENTRE STAGE

As with any high tea affair, the sweet treats section is the main star. If you love a show along with your dining experience, head over to the Live Dessert Station to watch the chef serve up Crepe Suzettes with Grand Manier or freshly Baked Apple Strudel with Caramel Sauce. The two live stations are available on Saturdays and Sundays respectively.

In addition to that, there’s also a grand assembly of assorted desserts by Chef Man—from Yam Paste with Coconut Cream to Durian Crème Brûlée, Pandan Kaya Cake and Royale’s speciality cheesecake in Oreo or Lemon. A tray of nonya kueh awaits too, alongside Japanese-style muah chee.

There is also a very decadent (and very good) Durian Penget that was so lusciously thick; we couldn’t stop going back for more. That alone was well worth the buffet price.

SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE

Just adjacent to Royale’s main dining area is a playroom (available during the weekend high tea buffet) to keep the young diners entertained while parents enjoy a well-deserved quiet and relaxing afternoon tea break. Complete with cartoons and a selection of fun-filled activities, you’d be happy to know the little ones wouldn’t plan on pulling your arms off whining to leave any time soon.

This is just about the perfect weekend plan for families! Available every Saturday and Sunday from 12pm – 3pm at just S$48++ per adult and S$24++ per child, enjoy a further 30% discount when you quote ‘LADYIRONCHEF30′ upon making reservations. Kids under 6yo dine for free!

Weekend High Tea Buffet Details
Sat & Sun: 12pm – 3.00pm
Price: Adult – S$48++/ Child – S$24++ (Ages 6 – 12)/ Children below the age of 6 dine free

Royale
Level 3, Mercure Singapore Bugis
122 Middle Road
Singapore 188973
Tel: +65 6521 6030 / or email HA0D7-FB1@accor.com
Nearest Station: Bugis

This post is brought to you by Mercure Singapore Bugis.

Hotel buffets need not be the most extravagant and fancy; we are happy if the food is good and the price is reasonable. Royale at Mercure Singapore Bugis has constantly been on our list of affordable buffet spreads in Singapore since its opening and we are giving you another reason to love them.

For the next three months, Royale is going to pay tribute to Asia’s dynamic flavours. The new Rasa Sayang BBQ Buffet is the next buffet with local spread to try. It is super value-for-money and it is like enjoying all your favourites at Chomp Chomp Food Centre in a comfortable air-conditioned environment for just one price.

From 01 June to 26 August 2018, indulge in a huge array of local goodies which features an extravagant lineup of over 30 local and Asian delights. You may quote ‘ladyironchef’ to enjoy 30% off the buffet upon making reservations from Sundays to Thursdays, and 20% off on Fridays and Saturdays. Do note that the discounts are not applicable on Father’s Day, Eve and Public Holidays and it is limited to a maximum of only 10 diners per booking.

DO IT YOURSELF STATION—ROJAK

Rojak is a dish that needs no further introduction. In Malay, ‘rojak’ is a word that means ‘mixture’. In Singapore, ‘rojak’ is a local “salad”. Essentially a salad tossed in sweet sauce, rojak compromises dough fritters, turnips, pineapples, cucumbers and jellyfish.

Look forward to the D.I.Y. rojak station at Royale where you can customise your rojak to your own liking. We like the sound of unlimited D.I.Y. rojak because it means we can add as many pineapple and dough fritters as we please!

OUTDOOR BBQ STATION

This time, Royale at Mercure Singapore Bugis has taken their buffet spread a notch up by featuring a live barbecue station outdoors. Think your favourite BBQ seafood stalls from Chomp Chomp, but even better because this is free flow!

You can indulge in a myriad of barbecued food items, which include ayam panggam, grilled squid, 3 different varieties of satays and everyone’s favourite grilled sambal stingray!

Just think about the value you are getting for the price you are paying—at your typical hawker centres, you pay an average of S$12 per sambal stingray; you pay S$26.60++ (on weekdays) here for endless servings. Isn’t it unbelievable?!

DO IT YOURSELF STATION—ASIAN BAO-WICH

Royale has decided to redefine ‘kong ba bao’. Choose from not 1, but 3 different types of meats.

Besides the classic Braised Five Spice Pork Belly, Royale also offers diners Nyonya Chicken and Black Pepper Beef fillings that sit in between soft, pillowy steamed mantou buns.

While the fatty and mildly sweet pork belly is surely a crowd-pleaser, we sang nothing but praises for the Nyonya Chicken, which had a really nice crispy skin. The Black Pepper Beef was well-marinated and came with a hint of spice, although the heat is not lip-smacking so children can enjoy this dish as can everyone else.

FRIED KWAY TEOW

Fried Kway Teow may not be what you’d expect to get at a hotel buffet but you would be thankful for this delight at Royale.

The Fried Kway Teow at Royale boasts smoky and robust flavours and every mouthful of this char kway teow is bursting with a complex charred aroma. This station will definitely be one that Singaporeans will be making multiple rounds to.

HAR CHEONG GAI

Trust us when we say that Royale’s version of Singaporeans’ favourite Har Cheong Gai is insanely addictive. The crispy and succulent prawn paste chicken is richly marinated in shrimp paste and just the aroma of this dish alone is enough to whet your appetite.

Royale has executed this dish so brilliantly such that die-hard fans of prawn paste chicken will definitely be pleased. 

WOK FRIED SALTED EGG YOLK PRAWNS 

Here in Singapore, we take our food trends seriously. The salted egg yolk trend is undisputedly one that will last for a long time and it is dishes such as the Wok Fried Salted Egg Yolk Prawns at Royale that keeps this food trend alive.

Royale’s rendition of salted egg yolk prawns definitely did not disappoint—the prawns were beautifully coated with a creamy, rich and piquant salted egg yolk coating which came with a hint of spiciness.

PAPER BAG OVEN-BAKED LAKSA CHICKEN

Having been marinated for 24 hours before being roasted in a paper bag, the tender meat of the chicken is a showstopper in its own right, especially when complemented with the luscious broth.

Royale’s version of the Singapore laksa broth differs slightly from the traditional ones—made with a blend of seven spices, the laksa broth which the chicken is doused in is rich and fragrant, bursting with a distinct spicy coconut flavour.

Every piece of chicken you have would have locked in the was creamy and full-flavoured laksa broth, making the tender chicken surprisingly flavourful.

SNAPPER FISH HEAD CURRY

The Fish Head Curry at Royale is a slightly tangier version and less spicy than what we had hoped for it to be, but it left an impression on us anyway. We were pleasantly surprised by the strong aroma and richness of the curry despite it being slightly watery.

Coupled with a variety of vegetables such as lady’s fingers and brinjal, this is one hearty dish that stood out in the line-up and is one that will make us return to the buffet for.

TRADITIONAL DESSERTS

Royale’s Rasa Sayang BBQ Buffet includes not just their usual sweet treats but also a repertoire of traditional local desserts which come with a modern twist.

Look forward to items such as Durian Crème Brûlée, Coconut Custard Tart and an assortment of Nonya Kueh—every one of their desserts is made fresh in-house. Don’t miss out on the classic Pandan Chiffon Cake sweetened with a layered of fluffy marshmallow, inspired by the nostalgic ice cream sandwich.

There is also a D.I.Y. Chendol station which will be part of the buffet spread—customise your dream chendol and end off your meal with this icy treat!

From 01 June to 26 August 2018, indulge in a huge array of local goodies which features an extravagant lineup of over 30 local and Asian delights. You may quote ‘ladyironchef’ to enjoy 30% off the buffet upon making reservations from Sundays to Thursdays, and 20% off on Fridays and Saturdays. Do note that the discounts are not applicable on Father’s Day, Eve and Public Holidays and it is limited to a maximum of only 10 diners per booking.

Rasa Sayang BBQ Buffet Details
1 June – 26 August 2018
Daily Dinner: 6pm – 10pm
Price: Adults—S$38++, S$68++*, Children—S$19++

*Inclusive of free flow wines and beer

Royale
Level 3, Mercure Singapore Bugis
122 Middle Road
Singapore 188973
Tel: +65 6521 6030 / or email HA0D7-FB1@accor.com
Buffet Dinner: 6pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Bugis

This post is brought to you by Mercure Singapore Bugis.

Royale at Mercure Singapore Bugis has, once again, successfully challenged themselves and raised their own bar for buffet spreads. With an extremely competitive pricing coupled with a scrumptious buffet spread that is set to impress, Royale is ready to dazzle with their Surf & Turf buffet lineup that features the house’s best seafood and meat recipes from March to May 2018.

Leading the culinary team is Executive Chef Nicholas Sia who will introduce more than 30 seafood and meat delights that are inspired by Western and Asian cooking techniques. Be treated to the wonders of both land and sea!

The line-up will feature Nyonya Baked Seabass Fillet with Pineapple Slaw, Homemade Lor Mee with Crayfish, BBQ Pork Ribs with Lychee Pearls, and Duck Confit with Tomato and Garlic. And this isn’t all, of course!

From 08 Mar to 27 May 2018, Surf & Turf is available on Thursdays through Sundays for dinner, as well as lunch on Saturday and Sunday at only S$58++ per adult and S$29++ per child. And to sweeten things up, quote ‘ladyironchef’ upon making reservations for a 25% discount.

SURF & TURF WELCOME PLATTER

Diners start off their meal with an exclusive Surf & Turf Welcome Platter to whet their appetites for the massive spread. On the platter sits a serving of Black Pepper Crab Claw in a Bucket, Chessy Clam Gratin and a Beef Slider.

The tantalising Black Pepper Crab stole the show with its rich and earthy black pepper sauce which had an addictive spicy kick to it. Fans of cheese will also take to the Clam Gratin which features a juicy clam and savoury diced mushrooms covered with a golden blanket of baked cheese.

SURF SPECIALS

NYONYA BAKED SEABASS FILLET WITH PINEAPPLE SLAW

If like us, you love traditional Peranakan recipes, the Nyonya Baked Seabass Fillet will fill you with nostalgia. Sticking true to how the Peranakans do it, the homemade marination comprises seven different types of spices and distinctive ones include lemongrass and candlenut. To ensure that all the flavours come through, the fish is marinated overnight.

Pair this with the pineapple slaw given at the side for a refreshing crunch which is a perfect match for this spice-laden seabass.

SAUTÉED WHITE WINE MUSSEL WITH THYME

The chefs at Royale will redefine your perception of mussels being just a filler in a buffet lineup. As one of the star attractions in their Surf & Turf Buffet, these jewels of the sea are first sautéed and simmered with a splash of white wine and thereafter lightly seasoned with thyme—we loved the simple, yet elegant flavours!

SEAFOOD CASSEROLE

Tuck into the magnificent Seafood Casserole—a huge pot filled with all sorts of seafood goodness including prawns, mussels, clams and squids.

A crowd-pleaser, this decadent and comforting dish are for all the guests who enjoy richer and heartier flavours. Besides, who can resist the generous amount of baked cheese added in it? Not us for sure.

TURF SPECIALS

BBQ PORK RIB WITH LYCHEE PEARLS

BBQ pork ribs are aplenty in Singapore but one that is worth trying is Royale’s BBQ Pork Rib with Lychee Pearls—that will also be part of the Surf & Turf Buffet.

The BBQ ribs are slow-cooked in the barbecue grill so the skin is smoky and crispy with slightly charred edges; the meat is fork tender. It is then glazed with a coat of BBQ sauce and topped off with sweet lychee pearls that burst upon biting.

DUCK LEG CONFIT WITH TOMATO AND GARLIC

The Duck Leg Confit with Tomato and Garlic gained instant approval from everyone for its perfect execution. Have the crispy skin and aromatic duck meat in one bite—it brings together a great combination of textures, from the crunchy bits to the tender duck.

The duck we had came with a decent amount of fat too, which attributed greatly to the overall taste because the very idea of confit is to cook the duck in its own fat.

OVEN-ROASTED SIRLOIN FILLET WITH BLACK PEPPER AND FENNEL CONFIT

Another stellar addition in the ‘Turf’ category, this medium-rare steak is probably one of the most prized possession in the entire buffet line up. The lip-smacking sirloin fillet was succulent, juicy and so tender that it melts in your mouth within seconds.

SOUP

PRAWN BISQUE WITH BRANDY

Soup may not be what you will be interested in at a seafood and meat buffet but this will change at Royale.

The glorious Prawn Bisque with Brandy is a very smooth and creamy one that you must try. It is full-bodied and no efforts have been spared in creating this aromatic pot of prawn goodness.

‘LIVE’ STATION

HOMEMADE LOR MEE WITH CRAYFISH

Look out for the Homemade Lor Mee With Crayfish ‘Live’ Station where the chef whips up a comforting bowl of Lor Mee—a popular Hokkien dish commonly found in Singapore and Malaysia. The full-flavoured broth was a clear winner for everyone at the table—with some of us even having seconds.

Chef Nicholas shared that only rich chicken stock is used (by simmering chicken bones for more than four hours) for the lor mee broth. And of course, what differentiates this bowl of Lor Mee apart from what you can get at a hawker centre is the addition of crayfish.

SEAFOOD ON ICE

There is also another seafood on ice counter where you can help yourselves to more seafood.

Savour all the natural flavours of the ocean with the Sweet Poached Prawns, Half Shell Scallops, Locally Farmed Black Mussels and Locally Farmed Clams.

DESSERT GALORE

When you are ready for some sweets, do not be shy about going back for second or third helpings.

Some noteworthy ones in the dessert spread that are the Chocolate Banana Cake, Lemon Meringue Tart, Assorted Mochi and Assorted Agar-Agar.

The Chocolate Banana Cake is everyone’s favourite. Generous layers of bananas are tucked in between chocolate sponge cake, and this is the perfect sweet ending for your Surf & Turf Buffet.

Surf & Turf Buffet Details
08 Mar to 27 May 2018
Dinner (Thu to Sun: 6pm – 10pm)
Lunch (Sat & Sun: 12pm – 2.30pm)
Price: Adult – S$58++, *S$88++/ Child – S$29++

*Inclusive of free-flow wines and beer.

Royale
Level 3, Mercure Singapore Bugis
122 Middle Road
Singapore 188973
Tel: +65 6521 6030 / or email HA0D7-FB1@accor.com
Buffet Lunch: 12pm – 2.30pm
Buffet Dinner: 6pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Bugis

This post is brought to you by Mercure Singapore Bugis.

All-you-can-eat buffets make up a big part of Singapore’s vibrant dining culture and it is evident from the uncountable options we have, ranging from top-notch hotel buffets to casual Korean barbecue restaurants. But they don’t exactly come cheap, and not everyone is willing to break the bank for them.

Here is where eatigo comes into play—the dining app offers reservation service for over 2000 partner restaurants across 6 countries: Thailand, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Philippines, India and, of course, Singapore. And the best part? You get to enjoy up to 50% off your dining bills every day—including all-you-can-eat buffets.

Sounds a little too good to be true? We explore how eatigo has made discounts beneficial to both the restaurants and diners like yourself! But first, check out 5 All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Places In Singapore With Up To 50% Off when you book through eatigo.

FOUR POINTS EATERY

The Four Points Eatery’s stellar Oceania Seafood Dinner Buffet does not fall short in satisfying your cravings for snow crabs, prawns, mussels and freshly-shucked Canadian oysters.

Dishes that steal the limelight include the Assam Curry Crab, Oatmeal Cray Fish, Salted Egg Mushroom Morsels as well as the live Sashimi station. The Live Prawn station is another noteworthy option—enjoy fresh prawns in a bowl of herbal soup and let the aroma tantalise your taste buds.

For desserts, tuck into the decadent Durian Pengat or select from the dizzying array of cakes, which includes the Carrot Cake, Black Forest Cake and Peach Crumble.

With eatigo, enjoy massive savings when you reserve to dine at 40% off (8pm) or 50% off (8.30pm and 9pm). Hotel buffets need not be exorbitant and everyone can enjoy delectable buffet spreads at wallet-friendly prices now!

Mon to Thu: S$60.00++ (Adult), S$30.00++ (Child)
Fri to Sun: S$63.00++ (Adult), S$32.00++ (Child)

Four Points Eatery
382 Havelock Road
Four Points by Sheraton Singapore, Riverview
Singapore 169629
Tel: +65 6349 4872
Daily: 6pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Chinatown

GYUU+ YAKINIKU GRILL

Nestled within Emporium Shokuhin in Marina Square, Gyuu+ Yakiniku Grill is Japanese beef heaven. Their eat-all-you-can buffet option is available for lunch but the premium a la carte wagyu dinner buffet is what you should be looking out for.

Featuring the best of Japanese beef cuts, other types of fresh meat, seasonal fish and seafood, this is one Japanese barbecue restaurant that will leave you with happy bellies.

Signature dishes include A5 Miyazaki Shin, USDA Sirloin Steak, USDA Prime Sirloin, Kurobuta Pork Rosu Steak and Pork Shoulder Tare.

Finish off with Gyuu+’s signature Matcha and Goma ice cream.

With eatigo, you get to savour succulent Japanese beef without breaking the bank. Enjoy 50% off (11.30am and 6pm) when you reserve through the app.

Mon to Thu: S$98++
Fri to Sun, Eve of PH & PH: S$108++

Gyuu+ Yakiniku Grill
6 Raffles Boulevard
#01-18, Emporium Shokuhin
Marina Square
Singapore 039594
Tel: +65 6224 3433
Daily: 11.30am – 3pm, 6pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: City Hall / Esplanade / Promenade

I’M KIM JUNIOR

Located conveniently at Orchard’s *SCAPE, I’m Kim Junior is a casual Korean BBQ restaurant that is popular amongst the young crowd. Following the success of I’m Kim at the School of the Arts (SOTA), I’m Kim Junior has a menu that features new items such as Korean Army Stew.

With an all-you-can-eat buffet spread at low prices, it’s hardly any wonder why I’m Kim Junior is packed during lunch and dinner hours. For those who prefer something lighter, I’m Kim Junior offers a Korean Army Stew Buffet on top of their Korean BBQ offerings.

Besides a wide selection of marinated meats and seafood (not included on weekdays), patrons can look forward to other Korean favourites such as japchae (Korean stir-fried glass noodles), Korean chicken wings and the new cheezy chicken galbi (cheezy grilled chicken).

In addition, patrons get 50% off (11.30am) and (9pm) when you make a reservation via eatigo. If you are seeking an affordable place to satiate your Korean food cravings, I’m Kim Junior is the place check out.

Mon to Thu: S$23.80++
Fri to Sun & PH: S$24.80++

I’m Kim Junior
2 Orchard Link
#03-01 *Scape
Singapore 237978
Tel: +65 6634 0420
Daily: 11.30pm – 3.30pm, 5.30pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

ROYALE

Royale—an all-day dining restaurant located at Mercure Singapore Bugis—is a relatively new restaurant in town that offers continental fare. Helmed by Royale’s Executive Chef Nicholas Sia, guests can indulge in their dinner buffet or choose from the a la carte menu, which features signatures such as the Pan-Seared Angus Ribeye Steak ($36++) and Wok-Charred Salmon ($24++).

For the entire month of December, delight yourself in ‘A Globetrotting Christmas’ buffet feast from S$48++ per adult/ S$24++ per child. The spread features over 40 holiday recipes that all come with refreshing Asian-inspired twists. Highlights include the Oven Baked Nonya Turkey served with Homemade Chili Sauce and Baked Honey Cinnamon Gammon Ham with Citrus Sauce.

Make your reservations through eatigo so you can indulge without feeling the pinch—diners receive special promotions at 35% – 50% off every day.

Royale 
Level 3, Mercure Singapore Bugis
122 Middle Road
Singapore 188973
Tel: +65 6521 6030
Buffet Lunch: 12pm – 2.30pm
Buffet Dinner:  6pm - 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Bugis

SUKI-YA

Oh glorious, glorious meat! An all-you-can-eat sukiyaki and shabu shabu buffet at wallet-friendly prices is a dream come true for all meat lovers.

The lunch buffet is going at S$18.90++ (Mon to Thu) and you get to choose from five different soup bases such as clear and light shabu kelp stock, and thick and milky miso stock with free-flow meat and vegetables.

Create your own dipping sauce or go for one of their special dips such as ponzu, spicy peanut sauce and fresh egg. Diners can also customise their pot with other ingredients such as mushrooms, eggs, tofu, cheese balls and more.

To get more bang for your buck, eatigo is offering 50% off at 11.30am, 5.30pm and 6.00pm when you book through the app!

Suki-Ya
#46, 2 Bukit Panjang Rd
Bukit Panjang Plaza. Singapore 677743
Tel: +65  6765 8815
Daily: 11.30am – 1pm       
Nearest Station: Bukit Panjang

WHY DOES EATIGO WORK?

All these discounts are great, but is there a catch?

Not at all. The app makes use of yield management to bring peak-hour crowds to off-peak hours.

Restaurants are often packed during traditional mealtimes but tend to be almost empty during off-peak hours (say, 3pm). This isn’t good for restaurants, especially when costs for manpower, electricity, water and rent are still being incurred.

But would you shift your eating times for no reason at all? We wouldn’t too. eatigo’s yield management gives us that reason. These time-based discounts are offered throughout the day. Higher discounts of up to 50% offered during off-peak hours, while peak hours yield lower discounts, at a minimum of 10%.

This way, while us diners are enjoying meals at a lower cost, restaurants can also continue turning a profit during off-peak hours even after the given discounts, resulting in a win-win situation for both.

This post is brought to you by eatigo.

Christmas is a wonderful time to gather with family and friends because this is the season to be jolly! Needless to say, restaurants and hotels are pulling out all stops when it comes to their festive buffets to create a memorable Christmas for everyone.

Royale—an all-day dining restaurant located at Mercure Singapore Bugis—has made it into our list as one of the best options for Christmas this year. The team behind the restaurant has prepared a sensational holiday buffet and you would be surprised by its affordable price tag.

For the entire month of December, delight yourself in ‘A Globetrotting Christmas’ buffet feast from S$48++ per adult/ S$24++ per child. The buffet features over 40 holiday recipes intertwined with Asian flavours such as Oven Baked Nonya Turkey served with Homemade Chili Sauce and Baked Honey Cinnamon Gammon Ham with Citrus Sauce.

From the succulent meat offered at ‘live’ carving stations to Western and Asian specialities and artisanal desserts, this is one festive buffet you definitely need to try! Our readers can quote ‘ladyironchef’ to enjoy 20% off total bills for Royale’s festive buffets from 01 to 31 December 2017 (excluding Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve), 

Helmed by Royale’s Executive Chef Nicholas Sia, this over-the-top buffet spread brings you on a gastronomical journey across the continents with a specially curated menu comprising highlights like European Christmas classics, Asian delights, and even Australian-inspired dishes.

To set the festive mood right, guests will get to dine in a swanky dining hall that has been done up with baroque style furnishings.

EUROPEAN CHRISTMAS CLASSICS

You may feel overwhelmed by the sheer number of choices at this festive buffet but we had no problems identifying the dish we would be starting our feast with.

The Roasted Beef Sirloin with Red Wine and Mustard was hands down our favourite of the lot. Served at the carving station, Royale’s medium rare beef sirloin came in the most beautiful shade of pink. Using traditional roasting methods, the crusty-charred top layer had a hint of smokiness while the insides remain juicy and extremely tender.

Adding a tropical touch to a European delicacy for a twist, the German Pork Knuckle with Pineapple Sauce is another highlight of this buffet. Also known as Bavarian Schweinehaxen in German, the pork knuckle was roasted till it had a layer of crispy skin enveloping fork-tender pork.

The pork knuckle is good on its own but you can spice things up a little and add a few drops of pineapple sauce for an elevated taste.

Of course, you must not skip the Baked Honey Cinnamon Gammon Ham with Citrus Sauce either. The meat was tender with the right amount of saltiness and it was delicious, to say the least.

ASIAN DELIGHTS

Moving on to the Asian flavours, you’d probably be surprised to find a turkey under this category but what do you know? Royale’s Oven Baked Nyonya Turkey served with Homemade Chilli Sauce is the real deal, guys!

Turkey has always been the quintessential dish for Christmas and this is what you can expect as part of the buffet lineup as well—but not quite the way you know turkey. Those who cook will know that turkey is not one of the simplest recipes to master but Chef Nicholas at Royale nailed it.

If you are wondering where the turkey got its rich flavour from, that’s because there are seven types of Peranakan spices used to marinate the meat. And you have to pair the fragrant turkey meat with Royale’s homemade chilli sauce—a spicy concoction that reshapes our perspective of how wonderful a turkey can be.

There is a stellar fish option too if you do not want an all-meat meal. The Baked Tandoori Salmon with Mint Chutney features a smooth salmon fillet that is marinated overnight with traditional Indian spices and yoghurt before it is roasted in the oven to achieve a smouldering taste.

WESTERN AND ASIAN HOT SPECIALTIES

Beyond that, the festive buffet also offers some pretty good Western and Asian specialties—the Australian Cherry and Port Glazed Rack of Lamb is a hearty meat dish that is often eaten in Winter; the Waffles Chicken is simple but oh-so-good; then there are the Garlic and Rosemary Prawns that won us over with lightly flavoured sweet, juicy prawns; and Accordion Potatoes which is covered in copious amounts of sour cream and bacon bits.

CRAYFISH LAKSA ‘LIVE’ STATION

Head over to the Crayfish Laksa ‘live’ station for something that is good all year round; Christmas or not. The chef prepares every order a la minute so you only get the freshest, warmest bowl of noodles. The laksa broth we had was creamy, full-flavoured and was well complemented with sweet crayfish.

SEAFOOD ON ICE

No buffet spread is truly complete without fresh seafood on ice and fans of shellfish will need to know that this is where you can get free-flow oysters, mussels, prawns, crayfish and clams!

Yes, they are all included in the festive buffet line-up and this reality sure made us do a double take on the price.

FESTIVE ARTISANAL DESSERTS

Remember to save some room for Royale’s festive artisanal desserts, handcrafted by Royale’s own Pastry Chef Man. In fact, you can even watch the pastry chef in action at the ‘live’ pastry kitchen as she crafts out all the cakes and muffins daily.

Our picks include Royale’s Hazelnut Log Cake, Pandan Crème Brûlée, Cempedak Meringue Tart and Durian Puree with Vanilla Mousse.

You have to try the Pandan Crème Brûlée! Smooth egg custard infused with pandan, topped with a layer of brown sugar that is lightly torched; it is one of those successful fusion desserts that do not steer too far from its roots and has a distinct Asian touch to it without overpowering the European aspect.

If you are looking for more choices, there’s also New York Chocolate Cheese Cake, Santa Red Velvet and Snow Angel Vanilla cupcakes among others.

Our readers can quote ‘ladyironchef’ to enjoy 20% off total bills for Royale’s festive buffets from 01 to 31 December 2017 (excluding Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve),

Globetrotting Festive Buffet (01 to 30 December 2017, excluding 24 & 25 December 2017)
Lunch & Dinner
$48++ (Adult) / $ 24++ (Child 6-12 years)
$78++ per person with free flow wines & beer

Globetrotting Christmas Buffet (24 & 25 December 2017)
Lunch & Dinner
$68++ (Adult) / $34 ++ (Child 6-12 years)
$98++ per person with free flow wines & beer

New Year’s Eve Countdown Party (31 December 2017)
New Year’s Eve Dinner Buffet
$68++ (Adult) / $34 ++ (Child 6-12 years)
$108++ with free flow wines & beer

New Year’s Eve Dinner Buffet & Countdown Party (31 December 2017)
$148++ per person with free flow wines, beer & Moscato Rose
Children under 6 years dine for free.

Royale 
Level 3, Mercure Singapore Bugis
122 Middle Road
Singapore 188973
Tel: +65 6521 6030 / or email HA0D7-FB1@accor.com
Buffet Lunch: 12pm – 2.30pm
Buffet Dinner:  6pm - 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Bugis

This post is brought to you by Mercure Singapore Bugis