Audra Morrice, best known as a resident judge on MasterChef Asia and a finalist in MasterChef Australia 2012, has constantly impressed many with her ability to cook and bake and is now also a culinary consultant for many organisations and an ambassador for Singapore Tourism Board. Following her success, this Nigella Lawson of Asia has her own cooking series—Tasty Conversations.

From 26 to 29 October 2017, fans in Singapore will have the privilege to taste her cooking through an exclusive 5-course wine dinner at Pool Grill at Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel. At S$128++ per person, gourmands will be treated to a lavish feast, as well as an opportunity to get up close and personal with Audra.

Using the best of Australian produce and Asian cooking styles, allow Audra to take you on a magic carpet ride of flavours and textures expressed through her indulgent creations. Set amidst the enchanting ambience by the pool and under the starry skies at Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel; this is an evening not to be missed.

A graduate in Economics and Japanese, Audra left her very successful career in telecommunications to follow her passion for food. Her career in the culinary world began after her stint as a finalist in MasterChef Australia 2012 and subsequently becoming one of the three judges on MasterChef Asia.

Unbeknownst to most, Audra spent her younger years in Singapore and constantly draws inspiration for her dishes from her Chinese-Indian heritage which she holds very close to her heart. Using fresh, seasonal produce in every dish is of the utmost importance to her and she does so with ease, creating original, beautifully crafted food where texture and harmony of flavours from different cultures, come together to create the perfect dish.

Photo Credit: “My Kitchen, Your Table” Landmark Publishing

Some highlights to look forward at the event include her Steamed Barramundi with XO, Black Bean & Spring Onions; Crisp Szechuan Pepper Pork Belly “Sang Choi Bao” with Pickled Vegetables, Nori & Honey Chilli Miso; Lemongrass & Kaffir Lime Braised Beef Short Rib with Chilli, Tamarind & Gula Melaka, and more.

The five-part meal will commence with fresh canapés and drinks to get your taste buds fired, followed by a myriad of her beautifully crafted dishes of which combines both the best of Australian produce and the pristine cooking styles of her heritage. Many of her creations are influenced by her travels, so expect some intriguing yet strangely familiar flavours.

Each creation is presented in a fun and imaginative way, building on your excitement. Allow the fusion of unexpected flavours to tantalise your palate and leave you wanting more.

Audra will also be interacting and speaking to diners about her journey since MasterChef and her inspiration and philosophy of food that is the root of all her cooking. Not only will this culinary evening be a gastronomic treat, but you will also get the opportunity to learn a thing or two about the industry and the wonderful and inexhaustible world of culture and cuisine—so reserve your seats now!

This 5-course wine dinner event is happening at Pool Grill at Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel from 26 to 29 October 2017 from 6.45pm to 9.30pm. Priced at S$128++ per person, it includes canapés and wines from Frankland Estate as well.

Limited seats are available and advanced reservations are required. For dining reservations, please call +65 6831 4605 or visit singaporemarriott.com/dining.

All prices stated above are inclusive of 10% service charge and 7% Goods & Services Tax (GST).

Pool Grill
320 Orchard Rd, 5th Floor
Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel
Singapore 238865
Reservations: +65 +65 6831 4605 or singaporemarriott.com/dining
26^th to 29^th October 2017,  6.45pm – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

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Thanksgiving is all about showing your gratitude and enjoying a lavish feast with your loved ones.

This Thanksgiving, Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel will be whetting your appetite with an extensive and mouthwatering buffet dinner brimming with both traditional Thanksgiving delights and international highlights at Marriott Cafe. For a unique and intimate Thanksgiving celebration amidst a tranquil, resort-style ambience do head over to Pool Grill, where a special 3-course Thanksgiving dinner awaits.

And if you prefer dining at the comfort of your own home, there are lots of seasonal takeaways available at the Hotel’s Festive Forecourt Stall, located by the hotel entrance.

POOL GRILL 3-COURSE THANKSGIVING DINNER

An exquisite 3-Course Thanksgiving Dinner; romantic alfresco setting under a blanket of dazzling stars; mesmerizing tunes that will soothe your senses—these are just some of the reasons to celebrate Thanksgiving at Pool Grill.

Everything is themed aptly to the season; think Ginger Spiced Cured Salmon, Roasted Turkey Breast with Cranberry Sauce, and Choco-Chestnut Tart with Rum Whipped Cream.

Price: S$48++ per person

MARRIOTT CAFE THANKSGIVING DINNER BUFFET

An impressive Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet spread awaits you at Marriott Cafe. Highlights include Maple Glazed Roast Turkey with Chestnut Stuffing, Bourbon & Honey Glazed Leg Ham and Roast Prime Rib of Beef with Bone Marrow, to name a few. The seafood galore will feature Oysters, Alaskan King Crabs and Boston Lobsters.

Adult: $98++ per person (Inclusive of free flow of sparkling wine, beer and soft drinks)
Child: $46++** per child (Inclusive of free flow of juices and soft drinks)

For dining reservations, please call +65 6831 4605 or email mhrs.sindt.fb.reservations@marriotthotel.com

FESTIVE TAKEAWAYS

And for the rest of you who are looking at take-outs for your home parties, there is the classic Traditional Roast Turkey with Chestnut Sage Stuffing, Cranberry Chutney & Port Wine Gravy (4.5-5kg, $172). Not forgetting the Honey & Clove Glazed Ham with Cinnamon Pineapple Sauce (5-6kg, $205) and even Slow-Roasted Beef Striploin with Port Wine Sauce & Horseradish Sauce (2.5kg, $182).

For festive takeaways, please call +65 6831 4708 or email mhrs.sindt.fb.reservations@marriotthotel.com

Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel
320 Orchard Road
Singapore 238865
Mon to Thu, Sun: 11am – 10pm
Fri & Sat: 11am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

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

The beautiful pool on level 5 of Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel has been given a makeover and re-opened with a bang this August 2015! Think resort vibes with relaxing poolside cabanas, revamped pool terrace rooms, and spanking new a la carte, set lunch and brunch menus at the refurbished Pool Grill – an exciting menu of mainly grilled items awaits.

Get the whole experience of dining and staying here at the luxurious Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel, with a view overlooking the towers of Orchard Road, while basking in the glorious sunshine in this urban resort.

Be amazed by an atypical city experience and the new pool area, while you take in a picturesque view of Singapore’s most bustling shopping district, and enjoy a sumptuous meal by the pool.

The pool has been refurbished to include new and modern deck chairs, with an addition of lush cabanas where you can let your hair down and enjoy a margarita from Pool Grill. Pool Grill is located strategically in front of the pool, so you can unwind over a great meal while enjoying the serene atmosphere.

Drop by at night for a dinner with your loved one or friends, and the restaurant will not only captivate your heart with its mouthwatering food and innovative cocktails. You will also be swept off your feet with the romantic candle-lit ambience, complemented by the starry night sky and enchanting music.

Pool Grill has gone through a makeover and is now a stunner with show-stopping a la carte, brunch and set lunch menus to beat. Whether you are looking at a relaxed set lunch at $33++ or a romantic date night, Pool Grill offers the perfect location for you to dine in.

Start your meal with the Pool Grill’s tableside Caesar Salad, and be treated to a ‘show’ by a staff member who will prepare your salad ala tableside-style for you.

This salad rides up a notch because of the thought put into the preparation, and we were more than excited to see how the salad was tossed and served. The signature salad is with romaine lettuce, bacon, parmesan, anchovies and more. It is dressed with a nice combination of Worcestershire sauce, olive oil and tabasco.

The Rare Yellow Fin Tuna Tataki with compressed watermelon, goat cheese mousse and chia & flax seeds is a complex creation, but this colourful dish balances refreshing watermelon and cheese mousse with the freshly-seared tuna slices; it is light on the palette yet substantially satisfying.

You can also choose to start your meal with a refreshing soup. The Chilled Honey Melon Soup with poached prawns and Serrano ham is unique combination that intrigued us with its surprising taste; it was like drinking a fruit juice! When you balance out sweet and savoury to a faultless result like this, you know your meal is going to be enjoyable.

While some people choose to not take lamb, we say they are missing out when there are amazing lamb dishes such as this Seared Lamb Loin out there. The preparation of the lamb is inspired by the traditional Wellington – blackened on the outside like the conventional Wellingtons do with mushroom duxelle.

Accompanied by foie gras pate and croutons, the lamb still stole the limelight with an immaculate medium-rare centre.

Tuna is loved by many and is especially great when cooked with a nice and light sear on the outside, while still retaining a pink and raw center. The Fresh Tuna is a main that looks simple, but trust us when we say it delivered so much more. The balsamic vinegar added a nice acidic bite and the concentrated garlic skordalia made the dish more complex and tasty.

We know that Pool Grill takes pride in their grilled meats, but before we get to that, a dish that deserves a special mention is the Pan-Fried Cod Fish that comes with cauliflower tempura, confit garlic and Shiraz reduction.

Cod fish is one of our favourites fishes because of its moist and flaky white center. And Pool Grill’s version tasted better than it looked! Its natural sweetness is complemented with light vegetables, and if you happen to prefer white meat or fish over red meats, then this is for you.

Another highlight of the meal was our Ribeye of 400-day grain-fed Australian Wagyu beef. What got us rejoicing was the fact that the steak came with a side of roasted bone marrow, which we all know it to be a flavour pot of umami goodness.

Jazz up your steak with a side of Thyme & Garlic Sautéed Mushrooms or Beer-Battered Potato Fritters with truffle salt. The latter looked completely ordinary, but this was one dish that totally surprised us with its rich aroma of truffle that was nothing short of invigorating. Its crisp-on-the-outside-and-mushy-on-the-inside texture also got us completely hooked.

White meat lovers are not forgotten here at Pool Grill. You can dig into this Roasted Baby Chicken Breast and Leg Confit , over some potato mash and mushrooms. Sometimes, all you need is such rustic comfort.

We hope you still have space in your tummies for desserts, because you will be missing out otherwise. The Banoffee (Toffee-Banana Dessert) hit all the right spots, and is one of the best renditions we’ve had in town. The crumbly crust, the sweet toffee and the bananas all came together beautifully. By the way, if you need a representative shot of your lunch for your Instagram feed, this shall be it.

For something sweeter with the added acidity of berries, try the bombe Alaska, served freshly flambéed table side-style. The charred outer layer gave the Alaska a nice crisp, and we liked the finishing touches of edible flower petals on the plate.

Drinks are always important, and it is a bonus if they are served prettily. These two signature cocktails are clear winners – Smoking Cactus and Fiery Mango Cooler.

The former is a tequila-based cocktail that is coupled with refreshing fruit juices and a foaming egg white mixture. Cleanse your palate in between sips with a little bite of grapefruit and salt.

The latter was perfect because it was a lot more like a tropical fruit cooler than an alcoholic drink. The vodka-based cocktail is pimped up a notch with refreshing basil leaves and a special chilli syrup – well, the spice from the chilli sets in only shortly after. We liked it that way.

For dining reservations at Pool Grill, please call +65 6831 4605 or email mhrs.sindt.fb.reservations@marriotthotels.com

Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel is also offering an amazing deal for couples with a Couples Getaway Special at S$898++ per night.

Benefits you will enjoy from the package are:
- One night stay in the newly-revamped Pool Terrace Room
- Signature welcome cocktails for two
- American breakfast with Champagne for two, served in your room
- 3-course romantic dinner with wine for two at the poolside cabana
- Personal butler service throughout your stay

This is such a treat to surprise your special someone, and what better way than to be pampered together like this? We say book your amazing staycation (www.marriott.com/sindt) with booking code (LVU) for that upcoming special occasion!

*Promotion is valid from 1 August to 31 December only. T&C apply.

For room reservations and enquiries, please call +65 6831 4555.

Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel
310 Orchard Road
Singapore 238865
Mon to Thu, Sun: 11am – 10pm
Fri & Sat: 11am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

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