Plaza Brasserie at PARKROYAL on Beach Road wows us again in 2017 with their signature Ultimate Crab Feast. With an extensive spread of crab delights exquisitely curated by Executive Chef Ken Ang and his team, this year’s run sees new flavours (again) and will be bigger than before.

A total of seven different main crab dishes will be available in the buffet line-up. Chef Ken vows to ensure that every crab flavour that he puts on the table is of remarkable quality and stellar flavours that will please the crowd, so it is a game of quality over quantity.

Eating crabs a la carte is no fun. Limited by the portion before you, it is not unusual to find yourself wishing you had more to dig into. That’s why crab buffets are always an indulgence.

Make your way down to the Plaza Brasserie from 09 April 2017 until 28 June 2017 and feast on your favourite crabs at a reasonable price of S$68++ per adult and S$41++ per child, only available during dinner from Sundays to Wednesdays.

SALTED EGG CRAB

While it seems like Salted Egg Crab is not a difficult dish to perfect, you would be surprised that some chefs can actually screw it up—too runny or overly chunky sauces are just some common scenarios. Executive Chef Ken has perfected the richest and creamiest golden yellow sauce that coats each piece of crab perfectly.

But trust our friend Executive Chef Ken to perfect the richest and creamiest golden yellow sauce which coats every piece of crab perfectly. We can never ever get sick of his salted egg crab, really.

It is little wonder this flavour stays in every year’s Ultimate Crab Feast run. The crowd would be displeased if Chef Ken removes this!

SAMBAL PETAI CRAB

Sambai Petai Crab is not something you see often. You have your chilli and pepper crabs but never tossed in sambal and petai beans!

The irresistible combination of robust sambal and slightly bitter petai beans is one that may not be as popular, but is surely one that the chefs at Plaza Brasserie have mastered and are confident you would love. The rich flavours sure complement the slightly sweet Sri Lankan mud crab flesh really well, and this new flavour certainly has our approval.

GINGER HUA TIOW CRAB

Hua Tiow is a Chinese cooking wine that adds so much flavour to anything that it is cooked with.

We have fresh crabs steamed with ginger and Hua Tiow wine as part of the buffet line-up. The fragrance is unparalleled and every bite is a familiar comfort of good ol’ Chinese food. Well, many Chinese dishes are cooked with similar flavours so it definitely reminds us of home. If you like something lighter, this would be perfect for you.

SINGAPORE CHILLI CRAB

It is not a crab buffet without one of Singapore’s national dishes—Singapore Chilli Crab.

While chefs in Singapore have different ways of cooking the iconic Chilli Crab, Chef Ken’s rendition is definitely on par with some of our favourites. And yes, deep-fried mantou buns are available because no one eats chilli crabs without them.

CEREAL CRAB

Chef Ang heard you. He has included Cereal Crab in the lineup for The Ultimate Crab Feast Buffet 2017.

Sweet, crunchy cereal goes so well with crabs. Light, crispy and not overly buttery, the cereal added great textures to the already delightful crab dish. Chef Ken cooks and tosses his cereal with chilli padi and curry leaves, producing a mild sweetness and distinct fragrance that will have you licking your fingers.

BLACK PEPPER CRAB

Some prefer white pepper, others prefer black pepper. We still cannot decide which we prefer, but when Chef Ken cooks, black pepper crab it shall be. His rendition is always power-packed with intense pepper flavours.

Nothing like a classic rendition of black pepper crab, right?

CURRY CRAB MEAT KUEH PIE TEE

The Curry Crab Meat Kueh Pie Tee is one appetiser that you must try when you visit Plaza Brasserie. This unique dish features a traditional Kueh Pie Tee shell topped off with juicy and curried (real) crab meat that makes each bite so satisfying.

Do not miss out on other appetisers such as Crab Meat Balls with Potato, Crab Meat Chawamushi, Curry Flavoured Crab Meat Salad and Thai Glass Noodle Salad.

There is also a vast selection of innovative hot dishes, seafood and non-seafood at the buffet. Some other mainstay buffet dishes that you must try include Stir Fried Prawns, Stir Fried Green Mussels with Lemongrass and Chilli Padi and Kaffir Lime Style Chicken.

Over at the dessert counter, you must not miss out on Plaza Brasserie’s homemade crepes available at the Crepe Station. These crepes are lavishly filled with blueberry jam and drenched in maple syrup.

Date: From 09 April 2017 to 28 June 2017
Dinner (Sundays to Wednesdays): Adult $68 / Child $41

For all dining enquiries and reservations, please call +65 6505 5710 or email dining.prsin@parkroyalhotels.com.

Plaza Brasserie
PARKROYAL on Beach Road
7500 Beach Road, Level One, Singapore 199591
Tel: +65 6505 5710
Wed to Sun: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Nicoll Highway

This post is brought to you by PARKROYAL on Beach Road.

Plaza Brasserie at PARKROYAL On Beach Road is bringing back The Ultimate Crab Feast Buffet from 8 June to 23 August 2015!

Do we hear screams and cries of excitement already? As Singaporeans, we can never get enough of crabs, can we? This annual crab buffet is totally a dream come true for all of us crab lovers.

Last year, it was such a sell-out that reservations were filled up quicker than you can spell ‘crabs’. We know many of you were disappointed, we really do. This year, the buffet will run for more than two months, and there will be lunch seatings on Sundays too.

Now, time to welcome the idea of free-flow of crabs cooked in 8 tantalizing ways, and be prepared for a taste of heaven at Plaza Brasserie at PARKROYAL On Beach Road with The Ultimate Crab Feast Buffet. Here are some of the cooking styles you can expect:

CHILLI CRAB WITH DEEP-FRIED MANTOU

Let’s jus say The Ultimate Crab Feast Buffet needs only the most befitting flavours, and chilli crab it shall be. Dubbed as the quintessential Singapore food, this local favourite will win the hearts of everyone. Together with deep-fried mantou that is also free flow, we are in heaven.

CEREAL CRAB

There may be all sorts of cooking methods for crabs, but some things are ever classic and nothing’s gonna change our love for them. Like cereal crab. Sweet, crispy cereal stir-fried with chilli padi, bringing out the sweetness of fresh crabs; very addictive, and you have been warned.

SALTED EGG YOLK CRAB

We are not the only ones who are obsessed, right? Don’t lie if you are going to say you are not obsessed. We know you are. The chefs at Plaza Brasserie told us this was the most popular style last year, and they are definitely including this again for this year’s line-up. Yay to salted egg yolk crab! The creamy goodness will never fail us!

BLACK PEPPER CRAB

Oh, come on! Who says no to black pepper crabs?! Even Gordon Ramsay loves the Singapore-style black pepper crab, and we are pretty darn sure Plaza Brasserie’s version will impress him too.

WHITE PEPPER CRAB

How about a change? Pepper-anything for crabs is always good, and white pepper is as good as, if not better than black pepper crab. No, really. We actually prefer this rendition because it is spicier and more robust in flavour.

CURRY CRAB

Quite unforgettable and very lethal, the curry crab is also a crowd’s favourite and the chefs are honestly so good at this. The main ingredients that go into the making of the curry crab are lemon grass, curry powder, red chilli and coconut milk. The end result? You have to try it for yourself to believe how darn delicious curry can get.

STEAMED CRAB WITH DANG GUI

Herbal broths are ever so comforting. This version with angelica herb (dang gui) has proven its popularity from last year’s buffet. While the herb has a slight bitterness, when steamed and simmered with the crab, the sweetness of the crab actually slices through the bitterness, producing a very balanced flavoured herbal broth.

CRAB WITH HONEY ROCK SUGAR *NEW*

Introducing an all-new flavour – the Crab with Honey Rock Sugar. The chefs are very proud of this creation, and if our tummies could nod in agreement… So anyway, this version is similar to marmite crabs, but with a more delicate sweetness that does not overpower the freshness of the crab flesh. We really like it a lot and we are sure you would too!

The Ultimate Crab Feast is complemented with a delicious spread of local favourites and Asian cuisine from the gourmet capitals in our Best of Asia spread. It is most definitely value-for-money, because you get to eat your fill from all the crabs and regular buffet spread.

We are not accountable if you drool all over your keyboard while reading this. And, the seatings are limited, and the tables fill up really quickly. So make your reservations fast; you have been warned.

The Ultimate Crab Feast
8 June to 23 August 2015
Buffet Dinner (Daily), 6pm to 10:00pm
Buffet Lunch (Sunday), 12pm to 2:30pm
Adult: $75 / Child: $45

*All photos used in this post are for illustration purposes only. During the actual buffet runs, the crabs will be chopped up, cleaned and placed in communal pots over the counter. This is to facilitate easy and safe eating, and you can go for as many refills as you want. Any request for the crabs to be served whole will not be entertained due to hygiene reasons and compliances.

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Black pepper crab. Salted egg yolk crab. Curry crab. Chilli crab. Marmite crab. Crab kut teh. Wait, are we done with the list? Not quite, apparently. And you know what this means? It is time to party with crabs!

The annual crab feast at PARKROYAL on Beach Road is here again from 13 June till 27 July 2014, and it just gets better each year.

With 27 crab dishes including 14 whole crabs prepared in different styles, on top of everyone’s favourite seafood station, chefs preparing their speciality dishes ala minute, and a Best of Asia buffet spread – Plaza Brasserie presents its highly anticipated The Ultimate Crab Feast buffet dinner (adult S$65++. child S$39++). Yes, we can already feel your excitement!

We don’t know many people who would say no to free-flow of quality crabs, but we know this is one dinner you must not miss. Here are the highlights from The Ultimate Crab Feast by Plaza Brasserie at PARKROYAL on Beach Road.

We love anything salted egg yolk, so we were stoked to know that that our favourite Salted Egg Crab is one of the dishes on the menu. It was done just the way we like it – the crabs were bursting with salted egg yolk goodness, and we polished off every bit of the sauce.

Next thing we fell in love with was the Butter Crab. Creamy, rich and, well, very buttery. And very good.

A unique creation by the chefs at Plaza Brasserie, the Crab Kut Teh is cooked in a rich broth that is prepared with pork bones and bak kut teh spices. We can never say no to good soups.

We really cannot think of many things that can be better than cereal crab. Sweet flesh covered in a copious amount of crisp and sweet cereal, finished with a touch of spice from chilli padi. Plaza Brasserie’s rendition of the cereal crab comes with a hint of salted egg yolk, too.

The Marmite Crabs here are cooked with maltose, honey, chilli and tomato sauce, giving it a slightly sweet and spicy flavour.

If you love Peranakan food, you will find yourself in the good hands of the Nonya crab. Quite a change from the usual cooking styles, yes?

After trying the Curry Crab, your palate will not forget the lethal combination of curry powder, lemongrass, coconut milk and red chilli.

And your mother would tell you that the Steamed Crab with Dang Gui is good for you. Yes, eat more! It is packed with sliced Angelica Sinensis – also known as dang gui, a medicinal herb that is used for treating various ailments – and lots of wolfberries, which is one of the most antioxidant-rich fruits.

And what’s a crab buffet without Singapore’s iconic Chilli Crab? Don’t forget to dip your mantous (deep fried buns) in the addictive sauce! We also suggest using the mantous to mop up the sauces of the other crabs like salted egg yolk, butter, and marmite.

Chilli crab may be the poster boy for Singapore, but what most locals truly love is Black Pepper Crab. And what is a crab party without Black Pepper Crab? Have them here at Plaza Brasserie, and eat to your heart’s content!

Last but not the least, try the the ‘XO’ Crab. Not for the faint-hearted, though!

After you are done with one round of crabs, you are probably too stuffed to eat anything else. But it is just the start of the show. From the seafood counter, you can get a selection of the freshest seafood – expect tiger prawns, flower crabs, green mussels, scallops, spanner crabs, and snow crabs.

Move on to the appetisers. Noteworthy dishes include crab cake with mushroom and onion, crab meat ball with potato, crab meat tartlet, crab meat chawanmushi, spicy crab meat salad, and breaded crab claws. Yes, crab everything. Your tummies will be so pleased.

The buffet lineup also features various Chef’s ‘Live’ Cooking Stations which rotate every day so that regulars always have something to look forward to. You won’t want to miss the signature crepe station with durian mousse. Over at the Noodle Station, it can be anything from laksa, udon, prawn noodle, or lor mee. There will definitely be something for every palate.

For those who have been to the buffet at Plaza Brasserie, you will know that one of the highlights is the roti prata station. For the crab feast this year, the prata chef has some tricks up his sleeve. Besides the usual prata, there are also creations like potato with crabmeat, crabmeat masala, and crabmeat roti john.

The dessert buffet, with its mixture of Asian sweet treats and Western pastries, gives you the best of both worlds. For those who love their Asian desserts, go for pulut hitam, bubur cha cha, and tau suan, Continue with mini French pastries, American cheese cake, chocolate cake and you will be in seventh heaven.

We have lost count of the number of reasons why we love The Ultimate Crab Feast buffet at PARKROYAL on Beach Road, but really, if you love crabs, round up your folks and treat yourself to a good buffet here.

The Ultimate Crab Feast (S$65++ for adult, and S$39++ for child) is available during dinner buffet (6pm – 10.30pm daily) from 13 June to 27 July 2014. ANZ, DBS, Diners Club, CIMB Bank, Maybank and OCBC cardholders get to enjoy 15% savings for buffet dinner, while UOB cardholders get 15% off for total bill.

For more details, go to PARKROYAL on Beach Road’s website, and like them on facebook.

Plaza Brasserie
PARKROYAL on Beach Road
7500 Beach Road, Level One
Tel: +65 6505 5710
Daily: 6pm – 10.30pm
Email: dining.prsin@parkroyalhotels.com

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