Estuary is a new seafood restaurant & oyster bar by ex-radio DJ and restaurateur, Daniel Ong who is behind Dan’s Steak, Chef Polo Seah (the Ex-Group Executive Chef of Jigger and Pony Group), and Chef Gary Lian.

The new pescatarian restaurant has opened at Palais Renaissance in Orchard Road on 28 May 2022.

Estuary’s kitchen will be helmed by Chef Polo Seah, who is listed as the ex-Group Executive Chef of Jigger and Pony Group by Estuary and he was previously in charge of several popular restaurants under the Jigger and Pony Group including Humpback, Sugarhall, Live twice, Gibson & Caffe Fernet.

Chef Gary Lian, previously Ex-Chef de Cuisine for Sugarhall and Caffe Fernet, will be joining Chef Polo Seah in the kitchen.

Estuary specialises in seafood, oysters, grilled vegetables as well as a curation of wines, cocktails and local craft beers.

They have a fantastic Happy Hour promotion from 4.30pm – 7pm where you can enjoy live oysters at S$3 each and wines and beers at S$10. Estuary has 4-5 kinds of oysters available every day and some of the options include Coromandel (New Zealand), Coffin Bay (Australia), Geay La Friandise (France) and David Hervé Royale (France).

Other than seafood and oysters, Estuary delicates a section of the menu for its garden greens. They are working with local hydroponic farms to source for the freshest vegetables—grown in mineralised water instead of soil.

The Hispi Cabbage (S$15) didn’t look like much but it was truly outstanding. We never knew cabbage could taste like this and the accompanying rosemary cheese sauce was so good.

The Crispy Sebago Potato (S$16) featured layers with potatoes deep-fried to a beautiful shade of golden brown and paired with a super addictive anchovy aioli.

The Dungeness Crab Kataifi (S$18) was quite possibly our favourite item out of the many dishes that we tried. It came with huge chunks of crab meat stuffed in a pastry and served with Kano Miso sauce. It is definitely a must-order dish when you are dining at Estuary. Pro tip: ask for extra Kano Miso sauce to go along with the crab meat.

Another dish that you must not miss is the Tua Tua Clams (S$24)—huge and huicy clams served with roasted Jerusalem artichokes.

Estuary has a dry-aging cabinet on-site to dry-age Farmed Turbot, Murray Cod, Barramundi, Scottish Salmon and Hamachi.

We had the Scottish Salmon and Hamachi and both were absolutely delicious. Nothing too fancy, just simple and hearty dishes that were superbly cooked.

The Sarawak Bario Claypot Rice (S$35) was the highlight of our dinner. The claypot rice featured 4 types of aged fish including salmon, barradmundi, hamachi and tuna. And the Chao Tah rice was topped with uni and ikura. This was the bomb and easily one of the best claypor rice that we’ve ever had.

We ended off our dinner with Fresh Medjoul Date Pudding (S$14) with freshly roasted pecans and crème fraîche ice cream. If you love sticky date pudding, you will love Estuary’s rendition.

It goes without saying that Estuary is our new favourite seafood & oyster restaurant in Singapore. Come here for a great seafood meal without breaking the bank.

Estuary
390 Orchard Rd, Singapore 238871
Palais Renaissance B1-04/05
Tel: +65 9888 8888

Promising a seasonal spread of festive meats and treats along with a bevvy of authentic local and Asian delights thrown into the mix, Spice Brasserie at PARKROYAL on Kitchener Road ranks high as one of our top venues of choice to indulge in a full-on feast this festive holiday.

Pulling out all the stops and ready to tantalise the senses (especially our taste buds) on all fronts, the culinary team behind Spice Brasserie impresses with their selection of colossal roasts featuring the likes of the all-new Peranakan-Style Roasted Spice Cured Turkey that wowed us with its succulent meat and its heady aroma of Nonya spices.

As far as drool-inducing food goes, they’ve nailed down their various festive roast meat offerings, but if you’re pining for something to satiate your sweet tooth, then you will not be disappointed with their Sea Salt Caramel Log Cake. But seasonal dishes aside, be sure to tuck into their various Asian and international items as well, not forgetting their selection of crab dishes—a mainstay and what Spice Brasserie is classically known for.

This festive feast will be going on from 17 December 2018 to 1 January 2019 and diners can quote ‘ladyironchef’ upon making reservations to enjoy 20% off both the lunch and dinner festive buffets.

PERANAKAN-STYLE ROASTED SPICE-CURED TURKEY

A brand-new addition to this year’s lineup of festive delights and one that’s worthy of a second round is their Peranakan-Style Roasted Spice-Cured Turkey. Specially created by Malacca-born Baba Chef Jimmy Bong, this unique rendition makes use of simple everyday spices and aromatics such as cinnamon, chilli, lemongrass and more, all working together to give the dish a vibrant appeal.

The meat was tender, robust and paired very coherently with the flavourful curry gravy—in place of the classic giblet sauce—that comes served along with it. Complex, hearty and full of flavour, the curry gravy is crucial for maximum enjoyment.

ROASTED BRINED TURKEY WITH CHESTNUT STUFFING, SNAIL SAUSAGE & PORCINI GIBLET SAUCE (DINNER BUFFET)

Not wanting to be restricted by the common notion of what a classic turkey should have, Chef Jimmy, takes it up a notch with his Roasted Brined Turkey with Chestnut Stuffing, Snail Sausage & Porcini Giblet Sauce, that sees a marriage of flavours and textures coming together to complement one another.

An element of umami is imbued into the sauce through the addition of porcini mushrooms that do well to elevate the overall dish, but unlike the many roast turkeys that we’ve tried, this version was fully capable of tasting delicious sans the sauce.

Boasting a crisp layer of perfectly seasoned skin and tender, succulent meat, this version easily trumps the conventional roast turkey and is something that warrants multiple trips to the live carving station.

HONEY BAKED HAM WITH PINEAPPLE RAISIN SAUCE

A quintessential component of any Yuletide feast is a honey-baked ham. Period.

Studded with whole cloves and given multiple bastes of sweet, sticky honey, the Honey Baked Ham with Pineapple Raisin Sauce hits the spot with its deep smokey, subtly-spiced appeal, coupled with a sweet fruity undertone.

A showstopper in its own right, the ham was easy to gobble down as it was soft, tender and enriched with a sweet, fruity bouquet that balanced out its saltiness well. The pineapple glaze sauce gives the ham sweetness but also a good amount of acidity that gives the dish balance.

AVAILABLE FOR DINNER BUFFET ONLY 

ROAST PORK WITH ROCKET, PINE NUT, FETA STUFFING & APPLE JAM

Charming our palates with its combination of unctuous flavours and textures, the Roast Pork with Rocket, Pine Nut, Feta Stuffing & Apple Jam was easily our favourite of the entire spread.

This mouth-watering Goliath of a pork delight sees an entire belly of pork, stuffed with salty feta cheese, peppery rocket and earthy pine nuts, before undergoing a slow, roast.

The result? Crackling that is literally to-die-for, succulent (and sweet) pork and a medley of flavour sensations that tantalised and teased our taste buds. This, if anything, is something worth shouting about—and don’t even get us started on how heavenly it was when paired with their house-made apple jam.

BAKED CRAYFISH WITH SALTED EGG MAYONNAISE

Grilled over charcoal to develop a charred, smoky taste before being generously slathered with a dollop of their homemade salted egg mayo, we can imagine the Baked Crayfish with Salted Egg Mayonnaise to be a surefire hit among both fans of barbecued seafood and of salted egg alike.

Boasting a heady aroma of curry leaves, accented with its signature savoury-sweet qualities, the salted egg mayo was viscous yet not cloying at all. It did well to enhance the naturally sweet flavours of the crayfish and provided a blanket of creaminess to balance out the bittersweet charred element.

BAKED OYSTER TRIO

This baked oyster trio is anything but simple. Designed to enhance the briny qualities of the oysters using an array of complementary flavour components, you have your choice of either the Oyster Kilpatrick, Oyster with Cheese and Oyster with Mentaiko Sauce—all prepared á la minute, bubbling and begging to be devoured.

The Oyster Kilpatrick comes punctuated with an apparent smokiness that resonates well with the briny oyster and the crunchy bits of crispy bacon and wilted spinach provided a nice texture

Mentaiko Baked Oyster is enriched with a silky smooth cream sauce that is savoury, umami-dense and velvety, making knocking back a dozen or more of these bad boys way too easy. The cheese version is flame-torched prior to serving, allowing a crust to develop and also to give the oyster a charred flavour.

SEA SALT CARAMEL LOG CAKE

A quirky yet unsurprising twist on the traditional Christmas log cake, Spice Brasserie’s version features ingredients that play on the balance of salty and sweet with a creamy, crispy feature—courtesy of the hazelnut crunch—that worked incredibly well.

The decadent mocha sponge, accompanied by the sea salt caramel mousse and caramel core gives the cake a profound savouriness that makes reaching in for seconds (or even thirds) impossible to resist.

This festive feast will be going on from 17 December 2018 to 1 January 2019 and diners can quote ‘ladyironchef’ upon making reservations to enjoy 20% off both the lunch and dinner festive buffets.

Festive Buffet Lunch
17 to 21 December 2018
26 to 30 December 2018
Adult: S$42++, Child: S$21++

22, 23, 25 & 31 December 2018
Adult: S$54++, Child: S$27++

24 December 2018
Adult S$68++, S$34++

1 January 2018
Adult: S$42++, Child: S$21++

Festive Buffet Dinner
17 to 21 December 2018
26 to 30 December 2018
Adult: S$50++, Child: S$25++

22, 23, 25 & 31 December 2018
Adult: S$70++, Child: S$35++

24 December 2018
Adult S$88++, S$44++

1 January 2018
Adult: S$50++, Child: S$25++

Terms and Conditions:

• Menu items are subject to changes at the chef’s discretion.
• All prices are subject to service charge and Goods and Services Tax (GST).
• Child prices are valid for children between 6 to 11 years old.

Spice Brasserie
181 Kitchener Road
PARKROYAL on Kitchener Road
Singapore 208533
Tel: +65 6428 3160
Reservations: spicebrasserie.prskt@parkroyalhotels.com
Daily: 6am – 10.30am, 12pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Farrer Park

This post was brought to you by PARKROYAL on Kitchener Road. 

Many hold Tanuki Raw in high regard not only because of their enticing happy hours and their affordable oysters, but mainly because these folks know how to guarantee a fun time through their remarkably innovative grub and tipples.

These are the same folks who inspired and more importantly popularised the low-cost Yakiniku Donburi—a heady bowl of sushi rice topped with strips of Angus short rib, doused in a truffle sauce and topped with a wobbly onsen egg.

Photo Credit: Tanuki Raw

Don’t think for a minute that this is some ordinary sushi and sashimi eatery because it’s not—just don’t forget to take advantage of their signature daily raw bar—their original claim to fame—that features top of the line oysters, freshly shucked for enjoyment.

The restaurant sees two open concept areas where chefs and bartenders alike can be seen expertly doing their thing from shucking oysters by the boxes to flame torching an assortment of rice bowls and even shaking some magnificent tipples.

Loyal patrons would tell you that Tanuki Raw is best for their impeccable range of donburi which—unsurprisingly—also happens to be their bestsellers. If you are having trouble deciding which to pick, then you cannot go wrong with the Truffle Yakiniku (S$18++), Salted Duck Egg Char Siew (S$18++) and Tanuki Kaisen Chirashi (S$24.90++).

Save your stomach for more because Tanuki Raw’s decadent sushi rolls are perfect for sharing as well. Some options to consider include Tanuki Aburi Maki (S$14.90++), Superstar Roll (S$12.90++) and The California Roll (S$8.90++).

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Tanuki Raw
181 Orchard Road
04-01, Orchard Central
Singapore 238896
Tel: +65 6636 5949
Daily: 11.30am – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

Oysters are considered a luxurious treat in many parts of the world and they are highly prized by shellfish connoisseurs because of the decrease in supply in recent years. This saltwater delicacy comes in hundreds of varieties and each one of them carries their own unique taste and identity.

Oysters are bivalve molluscs that can be eaten raw, roasted or cooked, and most people prefer pairing them with luxurious wines. As with most premium seafood, oysters have their own categorisation—from grade 0 to grade 5—and prices are highly dependent on their respective grades. That means you can find both affordably priced oysters, as well as top-grade oysters that come with heavier price tags.

Our guide to 14 Best Places To Eat Oysters In Singapore gives you an overview of restaurants that offer the finest oysters so you can teleport yourself to oyster heaven.

Photo credit: Angie’s Oyster Bar

ANGIE’S OYSTER BAR

Begin your oyster hunt at Angie’s Oyster Bar, a French-inspired penthouse restaurant situated on the 45th level of Fifty Raffles Place.

Offering a rotating selection of seasonal oysters at affordable market rates on their menu, pair the premium oysters with champagne for the ultimate indulgence. Aside from that, Angie’s Oyster Bar has an amazing deal for their oysters from 6pm to 8pm. Each oyster will only cost you S$1 and the oyster special will be available whilst stocks last.

50 Raffles Place
#45-01 Singapore Land Tower
Singapore 048623
Tel: +65 6221 9555
Mon to Fri: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 11pm
Sat: 6pm – 11pm
(Closed on Sunday)
Nearest Station: Raffles Place

ASH & ELM

A vibrant European brasserie that comprises 3 signature charcuterie and cheese room, wood-fired oven and an open charcoal-grill kitchen, indulge in a selection of a la carte options, sharing platters and Michelin Guide-recommended premium meats.

Look forward to S$2 oysters every Thursday from 6pm to 10.30pm or enjoy freshly shucked oysters (S$36 for half a dozen) that come mainly from Canada and France. Don’t forget your bubbles, too!

80 Middle Road
InterContinental Singapore
Singapore 188966
Tel: +65 6338 7600
Daily: 6am – 10.30am, 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Bugis

Photo Credit: Marina Bay Sands

DB BISTRO & OYSTER BAR

Chef Daniel Boulud’s db Bistro & Oyster Bar is one of our all-time favourite restaurants for a simple reason: the food is always consistently good. Treat yourself to a seafood feast and the spread includes oysters from the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, lobsters, crab legs and more.

Check out their Oyster Hour Specials where diners enjoy 50% off oysters and also 1-for-1 Menabrea draft beer at the bar from 3pm to 6pm on weekdays. Round off your meal with a recommended wine list comprising McGuigan wines.

2 Bayfront Avenue
#B1-48 Galleria Level
The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands
Singapore 018956
Tel: +65 6688 8525
Mon: 12pm – 10pm
Tue to Fri: 12pm – 11pm
Sat: 11am – 11pm
Sun: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Bayfront

EDGE

Boasting a whopping seven live food theatres and over a hundred dishes to choose from, it is safe to say that Edge is one buffet restaurant that goes above and beyond every measure of the word epic.

Their range of fresh seafood offerings may not be vast but for what they lack in variety, they sure make up for in quality. Expect to slurp up some of the freshest seasonal oysters that are sourced from various countries.

7 Raffles Boulevard
Pan Pacific Singapore Level 3
Singapore 039595
Tel: +65 6826 8240
Mon to Sat: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Sun: 12pm – 4pm, 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: City Hall/Promenade

GREENWOOD FISH MARKET & BISTRO

On Tuesdays, head on down to Greenwood Fish Market & Bistro at Quayside Isle to enjoy their Oyster Tuesdays promotion. Diners can order Freshly Shucked Oysters at 35% off each or S$1.95++ for House Oysters that are unlimited for all available oysters with every main course ordered per person.

Otherwise, the seafood restaurant also organises many buffet events throughout the year where you pay a fixed price for all-you-can-eat oysters and other types of seafood. Time to gather all your friends for an oyster feast!

31 Ocean Way
#01-04/05 Quayside Isle Sentosa Cove
Singapore 098375
Tel: +65 6262 0450
Mon*: 5pm – 10pm
Tue to Fri: 12pm – 10pm
Sat, Sun and PH: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Harbourfront

*Do note that Greenwood Fish Market & Bistro is closed on the first Monday of Feb, Apr, Jun, Aug, Oct and Dec.

HILTON SINGAPORE

The luxurious spread at Hilton Singapore’s Champagne Brunch Buffet fulfilled all our wishes with its huge variety.

The oysters alone are worth coming to the brunch, with several varieties to choose from, including the popular sweet Fine De Claire oysters and the meaty Irish Oysters.

581 Orchard Road
Hilton Singapore
Singapore 238883
Tel: +65 6730 3390
Sun: 12pm – 3pm
Nearest Station: Orchard Road

HUMPBACK

Humpback began its humble origins from a visit to the Hama Hama oyster farm in the Pacific Northwest where it also drew inspiration for its breezy Seattle-style concept restaurant. Their ever-evolving menu features oyster varieties such as Hama Hama, Disco Hama, Eld Inlet, Totten Inlet and Coromandel—coming all the way from USA, Canada and New Zealand.

On Monday and Sunday, Humpback has an all-day Happy Hour oyster promotion from 5pm to 8pm where you can grab some freshly shucked oysters for S$3++ each.

18-20 Bukit Pasoh Road
Singapore 089834
Tel: +65 9772 9896
Mon to Thu: 5pm – 11pm
Fri and Sat: 12pm – 11pm
Sun: 11am – 3pm
Nearest Station: Outram Park

J65

Fridays and Saturdays are meant for indulgence and you can get that at J65’s Seafood Madness Buffet which comes with free-flow seasonal oysters! Imagine slurping up freshly shucked oysters all night long—it is a dream come true for all oyster lovers.

1A Cuscaden Road
Hotel Jen Tanglin Singapore by Shangri-La
Singapore 249716
Tel: +65 6831 4374
Daily: 6:00pm – 9:30pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

LUKE’S OYSTER BAR & CHOPHOUSE

If you are looking to have a fine meal in the heart of town to impress your date or business associate, Luke’s Oyster Bar & Chophouse is your answer. Paying tribute to big names such as Grand Central in New York and Swan’s Oyster Depot in San Francisco, Luke’s Orchard is where guests enjoy fine dining in a contemporary setting.

Their seafood and oysters are sourced along the Eastern Seaboard of America and they include Wellfleet, Katama Bay, Onset and Duxbury among others. Choose half a dozen for S$48++ or a full dozen for S$96++.

260 Orchard Road
#03-02 The Heeren
Singapore 238855
Tel: +65 6733 4813
Daily: 12pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

22 Gemmill Lane
Singapore 069257
Tel: +65 6221 4468
Mon to Sat: 12pm – 12am
(Closed on Sunday)
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

MELT CAFÉ

Melt Café’s seafood counter is a dream come true for all oyster fans. The restaurant sources for oysters from different parts of the world and depending on seasonality, you get to slurp up varieties such as Taylor Pacific, Fine de Claire and Creuses de Bretagne.

5 Raffles Avenue
Mandarin Oriental Singapore
Singapore 039797
Tel: +65 6885 3500
Daily: 6.30am – 10.30am, 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Promenade

OYSTER CO

Fancy slurping down cold, freshly shucked oysters for only S$1.99 at any time of the day? Yes, you can actually get a plate full of Canadian oysters without burning a hole in your pocket at Oyster Co, an American Bar at Clarke Quay.

Freshly shucked upon order, the moderately salty and robust flavours of the grade 3 Canadian oysters won our hearts. As the menu is on a rotational basis, the owner also sources oysters from other regions such as Ireland and France as well.

1 Magazine Road
#01-06 Central Mall
Singapore 059567
Tel: +65 9025 2524
Daily: 12pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Clarke Quay

Photo Credit: Tanuki Bar

TANUKI RAW

Although Tanuki Raw is predominantly known for their excellent donburi and sushi selection, many patrons visit them for their succulent oysters that are brought in from France, Canada and Japan.

This classy and modern dining establishment has an ongoing S$2 oyster Happy Hour promotion. At the Orchard Central outlet, Happy Hour is from 5pm to 8pm daily while at their Kapok outlet, Happy Hour is from 5pm to 8pm on weekdays and all day on weekends. Paired with S$10 martini or cocktails during happy hour, there is nowhere better to end a long day of work!

Tanuki Raw at Kapok
111 Middle Road
#01-05 National Design Centre
Singapore 188969
Daily: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Bras Basah / Bugis

Tanuki Raw at Orchard Central
181 Orchard Road
#04-01 Orchard Central
Singapore 238896
Tel: +65 6636 5949
Daily: 11.30am – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

THE PELICAN

For folks like us who will always be down for seafood in a heartbeat, The Pelican at One Fullerton is a top-of-mind restaurant whenever we crave quality, reasonable price point and ambience all in one.

And this is one place we can always trust for fresh, plump and juicy oysters. On Tuesday and Thursday, The Pelican offers a sweet S$10 deal for 3 oysters from 6pm to 9pm. Or choose to have it as part of the Oyster and Prawn platter if you feel like splurging or have them as an a la carte (minimum 3 pieces per order).

1 Fullerton Road
#01-01 One Fullerton
Singapore 049213
Tel: +65 6438 0400
Mon to Fri: 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 11pm
Sat: 12pm – 4pm, 6pm – 11pm
Sun: 12pm – 4pm, 6pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Raffles Place

TSUKIJI FISH MARKET

Tsukiji Fish Market Restaurant takes pride in providing diners with a variety of fresh seasonal fish and sashimi and you’d be happy to know that most of their seafood products are all air-flown from Tokyo’s famous Tsukiji Fish Market twice a week.

Of course, what is a trip there without ordering yourself a couple of fresh oysters? Presented on a bed of ice, slurp on freshly-shucked oysters that glide down the throat with ease.

181 Orchard Road
#12-02 Orchard Central
Singapore 238896
Tel: +65 6634 2803
Mon to Fri: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 10pm
Sat and Sun: 12pm – 2.30pm, 3pm – 5pm, 6pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

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.

Calling all brunch lovers, come 25 March 2018, 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.

Where do we begin? Whether its Peranakan, Chinese, Japanese, Northern Indian, Singaporean and/or delights from as far as the Pacific region, champagne brunch will be redefined at Edge. And just for our readers, we are giving you the opportunity to dine like royalty without breaking the bank that much.

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.

WHOLE BABY LAMB TACO STATION

One station at Edge’s Sunday Brunch buffet line-up that will surely leave avid meat eaters in total awe is the whole baby lamb taco—that’s right, we literally mean a whole baby lamb.

Carved fresh upon request, the slithers of succulent lamb are first bathed in a sauce made from its own drippings before being plated and served. Upon receiving it, you can either choose to have the aromatic lamb on its own or construct your very own lamb taco using the crispy tortilla shells and various sauces and salsas.

Roasted to a gorgeous pink hue, the meat was tender and succulent beyond belief and we loved how the bright, zesty qualities of the pico de gallo salsa complemented the natural gaminess of the lamb really well.

Other than the Whole Baby Lamb Taco station, there’s a new live station which offers Shaved Chuck Roast that comes served with potato churros and a garlic aioli dip.

PREMIUM SEAFOOD ON ICE

What would a champagne brunch be without a fresh seafood station filled with fresh crustaceans and oysters?

Over at Edge, their range of fresh seafood offerings may not be vast but for what they lack in variety, they sure make up for in quality. Expect to slurp up some of the freshest seasonal oysters. The snow crab legs are amazingly sweet as well.

Fresh fish tartare and ceviche are also available should you desire something that packs a mean flavour punch.

GIANT BEEF BURGER

Get your cameras ready because this is one titan of a burger that demands to be shared on the ‘gram’. Essentially a beef burger, this Big Mac on steroids boasts a thick beef patty cooked medium-rare, slices of cheese, sweet onion relish and a layer of lettuce for some crunch.

NORTHERN INDIAN STATION

Amongst all the many food stations that have impressed us over the years, the Northern Indian station has got to be our ultimate go-to. Comprising a plethora of curries, chutneys, and tandoori offerings, this is one spread not to be missed.

The tandoori red snapper is a relatively new addition to the spread that sees a whole snapper covered entirely in spices and baked. Mildy charred on the outside with a heady aroma of toasted tandoori spices, the flesh in the middle retains its moist and flaky integrity—delicious!

SEASONAL TROLLIES SERVED TABLE-SIDE

Something unique about Edge’s champagne brunch is the seasonal trollies. Serving up fresh catches of the week—be it fish, meat or seafood—these roving trollies stop table-side and depending on how much you want, the chefs will carve up portions accordingly.

A tad similar to the practice at many an old-school dim sum restaurants, we like the excitement derived from never knowing what to expect from these roving trollies each time we visit.

DESSERT THEATRE

If you have kids, you can bet that the first stop they will be making is the desserts corner. Massive, vibrant and chockful of sweet treats, make no mistake that this is one station where parents have zero jurisdiction over their kids.

Replete with a magnificent display of cakes, tarts, puddings, jellies, chocolates, kuehs and so much more, Edge’s dessert station is undoubtedly the best around. There is even a waffle station and exclusively for their Sunday brunch, a chocolate lava cake station and a cotton candy machine as well!

No, really. The adults will go crazy too!

BOTANICAL GIN STATION

Now, this is the best part about Edge’s revamped champagne brunch—Botanical Gin Station. Gin connoisseurs, it’s as if the G&T Gods have answered your prayers with the restaurant’s very first gin bar that houses 7 different gin labels—namely the greats such as Hendricks, Monkey 47 and our personal favourite, Tanqueray No. 10.

To up your gin and tonic game, you can also pick and choose from an array of fresh ripe fruits, citrus and botanicals such as thyme, grapefruit, raspberries, strawberries and more!

UNLIMITED BEER, CHAMPAGNE & GIN

What would a gathering of friends, family or loved ones be without a little booze to get you in the right mood? For all the adults (thank God that we are legal because alcohol > playgrounds), be sure to help yourselves to endless amounts of beer, champagne, and gin.

From 25 March to 24 June 2018, don’t forget to 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.

ENTERTAINMENT FOR ADULTS AND KIDS

There is entertainment for both adults and kids. A live band will serenade you while you luxuriate in brunch; as for the kids, a balloon artist will be going around from table to table and have balloons sculpted for every little one.

It is really more than just food and alcohol, you all!

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.

Edge
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

This post was brought to you by Pan Pacific Singapore.

When it comes to impeccable dining and service standards, no one puts two and two together better than Pan Pacific Orchard, Singapore’s 10 at Claymore.

This affordable buffet restaurant is among one of the most popular dining destinations in the city and is a true highlight for carnivores and just about anyone else who appreciates an endless spread of indulgent treats—from local favourites such as prawn noodles to crêpes that come with a selection of sweet toppings of your choice.

In the months of October and November, gear up for 10 at Claymore’s brand new dinner buffet lineup, themed Epicurean Treasures – Jamón Ibérico, Belon Oysters and Lobsters, that will feature a luxurious spread of Jamón Ibérico from Spain, Belon and Fine de Claire oysters from France and Boston lobsters.

These star attractions, in addition to the rest of the buffet spread, can be enjoyed at only S$98++ for 2 pax all week from 01 October to 30 November 2017 when you quote ‘Ladyironchef-Dinner Buffet’ upon making reservations. So gather your friends and family because this is one epic buffet to indulge in!

JAMÓN IBÉRICO FROM SPAIN

The newest addition to 10 at Claymore’s dinner buffet is Spain’s prized Jamón Ibérico. Deftly carved by the chefs at the restaurant’s live station, each piece is sliced super thin to ensure a melt-in-your-mouth sensation along with a robust flavour, courtesy of the magnificent marbling.

For the uninitiated, the Ibérico refers to a special breed of pig that is fed on bellotas (acorns) which are rich in oleic acid and is what gives the meat its pronounced nutty flavour. The meat of the Ibérico is high in healthy omega-3 fatty acids and is also known to lower bad cholesterol.

This specific diet for the pig results in the meat being immensely flavourful, encompassing sweet, nutty and mildly salty flavours.

Jamón Ibérico is best enjoyed at room temperature, paired with a glass of chilled fine wine, on its own or atop a slice of crusty bread. We highly recommend having it thinly sliced to be able to savour the full flavour and texture of the gorgeous pig—with such a high-fat content, the meat will literally melt on your tongue like butter!

BELON AND FINE DE CLAIRE OYSTERS

What is a buffet at 10 at Claymore without some fine oysters?

New to 10 at Claymore is the famed Belon oysters, which some refer to as European Flats. Not to be underestimated, the oddly misshapen Belons, large and plump with a distinct metallic flavour, are a real connoisseur’s oysters to be enjoyed on its own without any lemon or mignonette sauce.

Only a minuscule 5,000 Belons are pulled and sold, making them one of the rarest oysters in the world. Some may love its distinct umami taste while some may not, but nevertheless, you can be sure that they will make an impression.

Delicate in nature, special care must be taken during packing and transporting of these delicious morsels. Belon oysters must be laid on seaweed with the rounded side of their shells—also known as the oyster’s belly—facing down.

Next to the briny Belons is its sweeter and fruitier flavoured counterpart—the Fine de Claire oysters. From the fresh waters of the French Atlantic Coast, these oysters may not be as meaty but they sure leave an aromatic and lingering aftertaste that is both earthy, smooth and deliciously sweet.

BOSTON LOBSTER

10 at Claymore’s dinner buffet also sees this favourite mainstay—Boston lobsters on ice.

The sweet lobster meat is plump and oozing with delicious roe. It is best appreciated when dipped in clarified butter, with a dash of Tabasco sauce or even simply just a fresh lemon squeezed over top. Frankly, the Boston lobsters here are so fresh that they are delicious on its own.

At S$68++ per person, Epicurean Treasures – Jamón Ibérico, Belon Oysters and Lobsters is a complete multi-faceted culinary experience that will appeal to connoisseurs of all cuisines.

On top of the lavish spread, diners will also be treated to 10 at Claymore’s signature Penang favourites, other Asian delights such as sashimi and International dishes. And after the feasting is done, round off your meal with some sweet goodies at the dessert buffet line.

One of the most popular desserts made in-house are the crêpes prepared a la minute with a selection of decadent toppings, from Nutella to refreshing tropical fruits—which we strongly encourage you to leave stomach space for!

And just for Ladyironchef readers, quote ‘Ladyironchef-Dinner Buffet’ to enjoy the buffet at S$98++ for two pax. The buffet is available for dinner only from Monday to Sunday. This promotion is valid from 01 October to 30 November 2017 for dinner from 6.00pm to 10.30pm.

For dining enquiries and reservations, please call +65 6831 6686 or email dining.ppsgo@panpacific.com.

**Not valid on any special occasions, eve of public holidays or on public holidays. Blackout and closed-out dates do apply.
**Not valid with any credit card discounts and promotions or any on-going promotions.
**Reservations are required.
**The hotel reserves the right to amend the promotional details without prior notice.
**Price stated is subject to service charge and Goods and Services Tax (GST).

10 at Claymore
Pan Pacific Orchard, Singapore
10 Claymore Road
Tel: +65 6831 6686
Daily: 6pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

This post is brought to you by Pan Pacific Orchard, Singapore.

With the high price tag on most seafood dishes, it is not surprising that most would turn to satisfying their seafood cravings at buffets instead of regular seafood dining establishments.

But the problem arises when we do not find ourselves craving the entire spread of seafood but just some freshly shucked oysters. Where then do we turn to for affordable oysters when the hunger arises?

Here are 11 Places In Singapore For Oysters Under S$3++. It is time to take advantage of these amazing oyster happy hour deals in Singapore whilst saving your wallet some pain.

Photo Credit: Angie’s Oyster Bar

#1 ANGIE’S OYSTER BAR

Begin your oyster hunt at Angie’s Oyster Bar, a French-inspired penthouse restaurant situated on the 45th level of Fifty Raffles Place.

Aside from featuring fresh seasonal seafood at affordable market rates on their menu, Angie’s Oyster Bar has an amazing deal for their oysters from 6pm to 8pm. Each oyster will only cost you S$1 and the oyster special will be available whilst stocks last.

Angie’s Oyster Bar
50 Raffles Place
#45-01 Singapore Land Tower
Singapore 048623
Tel: +65 6221 9555
Mon to Fri: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 11pm
Sat: 6pm – 11pm
(Closed on Sunday)
Nearest Station: Raffles Place

#2 ASH & ELM

On Thursdays, we go to Ash & Elm at Intercontinental Singapore. Look forward to S$2 oysters on every Thursday from 6pm to 10.30pm;  that’s incredible value, you know right?

The European brasserie also specialises in charcuterie and cheese so it’s a perfect spot for date nights.

Ash & Elm
InterContinental Singapore
80 Middle Road
Singapore 188966
Tel: +65 6338 7600
Daily: 6am – 10.30am, 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Bugis

#3 GREENWOOD FISH MARKET & BISTRO

On Tuesdays, head on down to Greenwood Fish Market & Bistro at Quayside Isle to enjoy their Oyster Tuesdays promotion. Diners can order Freshly Shucked Oysters at 35% off each or S$1.95++ for House Oysters that are unlimited for all available oysters with every main course ordered per person.

This is a steal if you look at the regular pricing on their Coromandel NZ oysters, Baron Point USA oysters and Gillardeau FRA oysters that will cost you S$4, S$7 and S$8 respectively.

Greenwood Fish Market & Bistro
31 Ocean Way
#01-04 Quayside Isle Sentosa Cove
Singapore 098375
Tel: +65 6262 0450
Mon*: 5pm – 10pm
Tue to Fri: 12pm – 10pm
Sat, Sun & PH: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Harbourfront

*Do note that Greenwood Fish Market & Bistro is closed on the first Monday of Feb, Apr, Jun, Aug, Oct and Dec.

Photo Credit: Humpback

#4 HUMPBACK

Humpback began its humble origins from a visit to the Hama Hama oyster farm in the Pacific Northwest where it also drew inspiration for its breezy Seattle-style concept restaurant. With an ever-evolving menu, Humpback is a great place to dine at for the freshest catch from the sea, land and garden. 

On Monday and Sunday, Humpback has an all-day Happy Hour oyster promotion from 5pm to 8pm where you can grab some freshly shucked oysters for between S$2 to S$3++.

Humpback
18-20 Bukit Pasoh Road
Singapore 089834
Tel: +65 9772 9896
Mon to Thu: 5pm – 11pm
Fri and Sat: 12pm – 11pm
Sun: 11am – 3pm
Nearest Station: Outram Park

#5 OYSTER CO

Brought to you by the same team behind the popular Central Perk cafe, Oyster Co is a relatively new dining establishment in Central Mall where you can get your hands on freshly shucked Canadian oysters at S$1.99 all day, every day. The cafe also sources oysters from other regions such as Ireland and France.

Oyster Co
1 Magazine Road
#01-06 Central Mall
Singapore 059567
Tel: +65 9025 2524
Daily: 12pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Clarke Quay

Photo Credit: Tanuki Bar

#6 TANUKI RAW

Although Tanuki Raw is predominantly known for their excellent donburi and sushi selection, this classy and modern dining establishment has a Happy Hour promotion where you can get freshly shucked oysters at S$2.

At the Orchard Central outlet, Happy Hour is from 5pm to 8pm daily while at their Kapok outlet, Happy Hour is from 5pm to 8pm on weekdays and all day on weekends. Paired with a martini or cocktail in hand, this is truly a match made in heaven.

Tanuki Raw at Kapok
111 Middle Road
#01-05 National Design Centre
Singapore 188969
Daily: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Bras Basah / Bugis

Tanuki Raw at Orchard Central
181 Orchard Road
#04-01 Orchard Central
Singapore 238896
Tel: +65 6636 5949
Daily: 11.30am – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

#7 TERU SUSHI

A reliable sushi joint at the bustling Tiong Bahru neighbourhood, Teru Sushi prides itself on delivering an enjoyable, comforting and satisfying dining experience for all its patrons.

And for oyster lovers, Teru Sushi’s fresh oysters come at a steal of just S$1 each. In light of this fantastic deal, do make a reservation in advance so that your oyster feast will be guaranteed.

Teru Sushi
50 Tiong Bahru Road
Singapore 168733
Tel: +65 6842 8484
Mon to Sat: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 12am
Sun: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Outram Park / Tiong Bahru

Photo Credit: The Beacon

#8 THE BEACON

A night by the bar with fresh fruit martinis and freshly shucked oysters could not sound any more enticing for those with an immense thirst for succulent and juicy seafood.

On Friday, celebrate the start of the weekend with their incredible S$5++ deal for a platter of 5 freshly shucked oysters from 5pm to 9pm.

The Beacon
6 Raffles Boulevard
#01-01/02/03 Marina Square
Singapore 039594
Tel: +65 6883 1155
Sun to Tue: 5pm – 1am
Wed, Fri and Sat: 5pm – 4am
Thu: 5pm – 1.30am
Nearest Station: Esplanade

Photo Credit: The Black Swan

#9 THE BLACK SWAN

A modern French restaurant, The Black Swan is a beautiful dining establishment found within a historic Art Deco building at the heart of Singapore’s Central Business District.

On weekdays from 5pm to 8pm, The Black Swan offers S$9 drinks and choice oysters from S$3 onwards. Well, what are you waiting for?

The Black Swan
19 Cecil Street
Singapore 049704
Tel: +65 6438 3757
Mon to Fri: 11.30am – 11.30pm
Sat: 5pm – 11.30pm
(Closed on Sunday and PH)
Nearest Station: Raffles Place

#10 THE PELICAN 

As The Pelican aptly puts it, the world is your oyster and the thought of cheap yet delicious oysters will never fail to brighten our day. On Tuesday and Thursday, The Pelican offers a sweet S$10 deal for 3 oysters from 6pm to 9pm.

The Pelican
1 Fullerton Road
#01-01 One Fullerton
Singapore 049213
Tel: +65 6438 0400
Mon to Fri: 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 11pm
Sat: 12pm – 4pm, 6pm – 11pm
Sun: 12pm – 4pm, 6pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Raffles Place

#11 THE SECRET MERMAID

With a focus on American craft beer spirits, The Secret Mermaid is a stylish and contemporary and trendy tasting room and cocktail bar located in the basement of Ocean Financial Centre.

To go along with their impressive array of alcoholic beverages and spirits, make sure that you enjoy their oyster hour which takes place from 5pm to 11pm on Monday and Tuesday, and 7pm to 10pm from Wednesday to Friday. Every regular priced alcoholic drink will entitle you to 1/2 dozen oysters at S$2 per piece.

The Secret Mermaid
10 Collyer Quay
#B1-08 Ocean Financial Centre
Singapore 049315
Mon to Fri: 5pm – 11pm
(Closed on Saturday and Sunday)
Nearest Station: Raffles Place

Fancy slurping down cold, freshly shucked oysters for only S$1.99 at any time of the day? Yes, you can actually get a plate full of Canadian oysters without burning a hole in your pocket at this American bar in Clarke Quay—Oyster Co.

Situated opposite popular Central Perk Cafe (and managed by the same team), Oyster Co is the first bar in Asia to serve Budweiser on tap. Drink to your heart’s content while you indulge in affordable S$10 Western set lunches and light bites.

Being oyster lovers, we could hardly contain our excitement when the grade 3 Canadian oysters (S$1.99/piece) were served to us. Freshly shucked upon order, the moderately salty and robust flavours won our hearts.

While we were given Canadian oysters, the owner also sources oysters from other regions such as Ireland and France as well.

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We recommend heading over during lunch time as Oyster Co has a decent menu featuring S$10 set lunches. The Fish & Chips (S$10++) came with batter-fried mackerel fish, Belgium straight cut fries and Hainanese Chilli.

Deep-fried till golden brown, the crispy skin encased tender and moist fish meat which we enjoyed with the spicy chilli. We particularly liked how they chose to pair the dish with Asian chilli instead.

Those who are health conscious may want to consider the Beef Bowl instead (S$10++). The moist brown rice was paired with runny sous vide egg, sauteed spinach and savoury mushrooms.

This is a great dish for those who want to opt for something healthy that does not compromise on taste.

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Do not miss out on their tapas if you are there for a drink with your colleagues or friends. Prices range from S$8 to S$12.

Some noteworthy finger food that we tried include the Cauliflower 3 Ways (S$10++) which allows you to enjoy roast, puree and tempura cauliflower with burnt butter quinoa and Squid Ink Paella (S$10++).

Oyster Co
#01-06 Central Mall
1 Magazine Road
Singapore 059567
Tel: +65 9423 2895
Daily: 11am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Clarke Quay

Fans of 10 at Claymore will be pleased to know that the restaurant’s much anticipated and highly raved Oyster Occasions buffet is back! This time with a scrumptious addition of succulently fresh lobsters to boot!

From 01 April 2017 to 30 June 2017, indulge in premium oysters sourced from five different parts of the world, before sinking your teeth into a bed of succulent lobsters on ice. If cooked oysters are your thing—10 at Claymore at Pan Pacific Orchard, Singapore has added a marvellous spread of lobsters cooked in a variety of styles for your dining pleasure. What more can shellfish enthusiasts and buffet goers ask for!

Now here’s the best part – quote ‘ladyironchef’ to enjoy the Oyster and Lobster Occasions feast at S$98++ for two pax (dinner only).

OYSTERS FROM FIVE DIFFERENT COUNTRIES

Hands up if you love oysters just as much as we do! Let your taste buds travel all the way to Canada, France, Ireland, Australia and the USA with these plump and juicy oysters. An all-you-can-eat oyster buffet is a dream come true for shellfish aficionados!

For those just starting out on oysters, you may not know that oysters from different regions around the world have their own unique identity. Oysters do not taste the same!

10 at Claymore is the perfect place for you to treat yourselves to the different varieties before you decide on the ones you would go for extra helpings. After all, no one is going to fault you if you so decide to eat every single variety and as many pieces as you want.

If you are a beginner making your first tasting of oysters, we recommend you start with the plump and smooth American Oysters from Washington Bay as they are milder in flavours and definitely not overwhelming. If you prefer something sweeter, go for the Canadian Fanny Bay Pacific Oysters, these have a briny taste with a distinct cucumber finish.

If lighter flavours are not your thing, head straight for the Irish Premium Oysters which are loved for being creamy and luscious. Those with a fondness for oysters that are less fleshy, but equally juicy, can opt for the French Fine de Claire Oysters.

Try too, the hearty and robust flavours that come with oysters from Australia. They are simply delightful with a hit of fresh lemon.

One of the best things we love about having oysters at 10 at Claymore is how each and every oyster is freshly shucked right before you! This season your oysters will be shucked by none other than Chef Eric Cheam, one of the restaurant’s resident chefs and runner-up in the recent Singapore 21^st Guinness Oyster Opening Championship!

CANADIAN LOBSTER WITH GARLIC HERB BUTTER

Your feast does not stop here. For the first time ever, 10 at Claymore is bringing the buffet spread up a notch by introducing the finest lobster dishes.

Canadian Lobster with Garlic Herb Butter is our favourite lobster dish and was the first one to be polished off by all of us sitting at the table. It was masterfully executed—with creamy and rich garlic herb butter on fresh lobster meat as the highlight.

ASIAN FUSION SLIPPER LOBSTER IN SPECIAL KAM HEONG SAUCE

Singaporeans always make it a point to order Kam Heong dishes at zi char stalls because it is an all-time favourite and the robust taste is something we can always seek comfort in.

Look out for the Asian Fusion Slipper Lobster in special Kam Heong (Golden Fragrance) sauce in the buffet spread. 10 at Claymore’s rendition of the familiar spice blend is a lovely combination of spicy and savoury flavours which come from aromatic curry leaves, chopped chilli and crispy bits of dried shrimps.

STIR-FRIED BOSTON LOBSTER WITH GARLIC AND GINGER

With so many outstanding dishes, remember to make room for the Stir-fried Boston Lobster with Garlic and Ginger. This method of stir-frying lobsters is a perennial Chinese classic and is a fantastic addition to the lobster spread.

LOBSTER ON ICE

There is no way we are leaving out the fresh Lobster on Ice. Using only fresh Boston Lobsters, you can expect high-quality seafood when it comes to 10 at Claymore. The purists will enjoy the sweetness of the tender and juicy lobster meat on its own.

For something heavier on the palate, choose among various dipping sauces including cocktail sauce, wasabi mayonnaise and homemade Thai sauce.

Diners can also expect a mouth-watering array of seafood on ice, sashimi and the usual Asian and International hot food stations. End your meal on a sweet note with a spectacular selection of desserts featuring homemade pastries, chocolate fondue fountain and signature crepes that come in many flavours.

Judging by the overwhelming success of their previous Spring Time Oyster Rhapsody buffet, our advice – book early, in fact – book now!

When it comes to value-for-money where buffets are concerned, this season’s Oyster and Lobster Occasions Buffet at 10 at Claymore is a hard one to beat!

Remember to quote ‘ladyironchef’ to enjoy the Oyster and Lobster Occasions at S$98++ for two pax. The buffet is available for dinner only from Monday to Sunday.

This exclusive promotion** is valid from 01 April 2017 to 30 June 2017. And do note that the types of oysters are subject to change according to seasonality and availability. The menu items are also on rotational basis and they are subject to change without prior notice.

**Not valid on any special occasions, eve of public holidays or on public holidays. Blackout and closed-out dates do apply.
**Not valid with any credit card discounts and promotions or any on-going promotions.
**Reservations are required.
**The hotel reserves the right to amend the promotional details without prior notice.
**Price stated is subject to service charge and Goods and Services Tax (GST).

10 at Claymore
Pan Pacific Orchard, Singapore
10 Claymore Road, Singapore 229540
Tel: +65 6831 6686
Daily: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

This post is brought to you by Pan Pacific Orchard, Singapore.

10 at Claymore at Pan Pacific Orchard, Singapore has successfully established itself as the go-to place for a value-for-money buffet. It is especially well-known for their freshly shucked oysters and Penang local delights. Dishes are on a rotational basis, whereby the gourmet highlights would largely depend on the period’s festivity.

We hope you guys thoroughly enjoyed last year’s yuletide feast at 10 at Claymore! This year, the award-winning hotel establishment is launching a curated Spring Time Oyster Rhapsody Buffet, where you can sink your teeth into unlimited Lunar New Year delicacies such as Eight Treasure Lotus Leaf Rice, Superior Fish Maw Soup and Yu Sheng at very affordable prices.

Apart from that, the buffet lineup also features many of its popular Penang classics such as Char Koay Teow and Bak Kut Teh, as well as free-flow oysters from five different countries.

Quote ‘ladyironchef’ to enjoy an all-you-can-eat indulgent feast at S$58++* for two during lunch (U.P. S$42++/pax) and S$98++ for two during dinner (U.P. S$68++/pax). This exclusive promotion** is valid from 10 Jan 2017 to 28 Feb 2017 (blackout dates apply).

While most places are closed during Lunar New Year, locals and holidaymakers would be pleased to hear that 10 at Claymore will be operating as per normal—and with a bigger and better menu. This Chinese New Year, be pampered with a Chinese New Year buffet which includes fresh seafood, a divine dessert spread and an array of international dishes.

A traditional lion dance performance will be held at Pan Pacific Orchard, Singapore’s hotel lobby on 03 Feb 2017 at 9am. Tourists and locals on a staycation should definitely wake up early to check out this auspicious dance performance.

Now, let’s get back to the main topic: Food.

No Chinese New Year is complete without Yu Sheng. We understand that the preparation for a family meal could be arduous, so why not take a backseat this year and allow the restaurant’s A team to handle this stressful responsibility?

All you have do is to pick up the gigantic chopsticks and toss to prosperity!

Penang native Executive Chef Andy Oh and his talented crew have gone through the lengths to ensure you feel at home!

Lo Hei aside, you can too anticipate other signature symbolic dishes such as Fatt Choy with Sea Cucumber and Eight Treasure Lotus Leaf Rice that your in-laws will approve.

For those unfamiliar with Chinese delicacies, this is the perfect opportunity to sample a variety of oriental classics. The Fatt Choy—which by the way, sounds like ‘getting rich’ in Cantonese—is a dish which symbolises wealth.

The pen cai is basically a casserole filled with this Fatt Choy we were talking about, braised dried oysters, leafy greens, sea cucumber and prawns. When you talk about luxurious lunar dish, people would think of pen cai, and this will be part of the buffet line-up where you can help yourselves to unlimited portions!

The Sticky Rice Cake—otherwise known as Nian Gao in Mandarin—is an oriental sweet treat that the Chinese would eat every Chinese New Year.

The glutinous rice-based cake is deep-fried with an egg wash and the end result is an incredibly chewy cake encased in a golden brown crisp. The consumption of the Nian Gao is associated with achieving greater heights.

By now, you would have noticed that each Chinese New Year dish has a meaning behind it. Fish is an important ingredient in every Lunar New Year meal as it indicates abundance. From Norwegian fresh salmon sashimi, Hong Kong-style Steamed Grouper to Superior Fish Maw Soup, you will have your fair share of fish dishes here at the buffet. The more, the merrier!

To get the most bang for your buck, head to the Seafood Harvest and Japanese Display Counter and pile your plates with endless Indonesian Mud Crab, Pacific Short Neck Clam, Vietnamese Tiger Prawn, New Zealand Green Lip Mussel, Salmon Sashimi, Maguro, Oysters and more!

Besides Chinese New Year dishes, there is also a mouthwatering selection of Asian and Western delights.

We are talking about authentic Penang hawker fare, Chinese roast meats and Western roasts. The items are on rotation and are subjected to the change and availability of seasonal produce but the quality remains consistent throughout.

Admittedly, the free-flow freshly shucked opulent oysters from five different countries will always be the biggest draw at 10 at Claymore. The decadent variety will make you lose your mind, i.e. Canadian Family Bay Oysters, French Oysters, Irish Premium Oysters, New Zealand Pacific Oysters and the United States Washington Bay Oysters.

This alone is reason enough for us to return to the buffet at Pan Pacific Orchard, Singapore over and over again.

P.S. The oysters are only available during dinner buffet.

10 at Claymore’s massive dessert spread will have your little ones grinning from ear to ear. Just look at the chocolate fountain and the sheer number of cakes!

There is also a Crêpe live station where you can request for a cooked-to-order French crêpes. The choice of fillings includes Nutella, peanut, blueberry, strawberry, peach, fresh cream and even durian.

Now, don’t you agree that this is buffet spread with an irresistible promotion?

Remember to quote ‘ladyironchef’ to enjoy an all-you-can-eat indulgent feast at S$58++* for two during lunch (U.P. S$42++/pax) and S$98++ for two during dinner (U.P. S$68++/pax). This exclusive promotion** is valid from 10 Jan 2017 to 28 Feb 2017 (blackout dates apply).

* Oysters and lobsters are not available in the Spring Time Oyster Rhapsody Lunch Buffet. However, a seafood harvest spread is available during lunchtime.

** Not valid on Chinese New Year Eve, Chinese New Year Day 1 & 2. Blackout dates do apply. The hotel reserves the right to amend the promotional details without prior notice.

Spring Time Oyster Rhapsody Buffet
02 Jan 2017 to 28 Feb 2017 (excluding 27 to 30 Jan 2017)
Weekday Lunch (12pm – 2.30pm): S$42++ per adult, S$21++ per child
Weekend Lunch (12pm – 2.30pm): S$48++ per adult, S$24++ per child
Dinner (6pm – 10.30pm): S$68++ per adult, S$34++ per child

Chinese New Year Eve
27 Jan 2017
Lunch (12pm – 2.30pm): S$48++ per adult, S$24++ per child
Dinner (6pm – 10.30pm) S$88++ per adult, S$44++ per child

Chinese New Year Day 1
28 Jan 2017
Lunch (12pm – 2.30pm): S$88++ per adult, S$44++ per child
Dinner (6pm – 10.30pm): S$88++ per adult, S$44++ per child

Chinese New Year Day 2
29 Jan 2017
Lunch (12pm – 2.30pm): S$68++ per adult, S$34++ per child
Dinner (6pm – 10.30pm): S$88++ per adult, S$44++ per child

Chinese New Year Day 3
30 Jan 2017
Lunch (12pm – 2.30pm): S$48++ per adult, S$24++ per child
Dinner (6pm – 10.30pm): S$68++ per adult, S$34++ per child

Pan Pacific Orchard, Singapore
10 Claymore Road
Singapore 229540
Tel: +65 6831 6686
Nearest Station: Orchard

This post is brought to you by Pan Pacific Orchard, Singapore.

Are you one to get excited over fresh, high quality oysters? They can be really pricey, yet we cannot control that love we have for oysters.

Thankfully, there are restaurant-owners who understand our longing desire to just indulge in good oysters, and in today’s post, we thank them for creating really awesome oyster promotions.

Here are 5 Awesome Oyster Deals in Singapore that are absolute must-tries for all oyster-enthusiasts out there. #OysterLoversUnite

#1 GREENWOOD FISH MARKET & BISTRO – S$1.50 OYSTERS ON TUESDAYS

On Tuesdays, enjoy S$1.50 oysters with every purchase of a main course. It is unlimited and you can order as many as you want. On other days of the week, the oysters will cost S$2.50 more per piece.

34 & 38 Greenwood Avenue
Singapore 289236
Tel: +65 6467 4950
Daily: 12pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Botanic Gardens

#2 OCEANS OF SEAFOOD – S$18 FOR 6 U.S. TAYLOR OYSTERS

This is very reasonably priced because we know that Oceans of Seafood imports their seafood a couple of times a week, hence ensuring only the freshest stocks. They offer a variety, including crowd-favourite French Fin De Claires. But our pick will be their U.S. Taylor oysters that go for S$18 for half a dozen.

200 Turf Club Road
#02-K2 to 11 & 26 Pasarbella, The Grandstand
Singapore 287994
Tel: +65 6466 1005
Daily: 10.30am – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Botanic Gardens

#3 SOUTHBRIDGE – S$20 FOR 6 OYSTERS

This gorgeous rooftop bar specialises in oysters and at 5-8pm daily, enjoy flavoured oysters for just S$20 per half dozen. Usual prices are about S$8 more than this great deal price.

80 Boat Quay
Level 5
Singapore 049868
Tel: +65 6877 6965
Mon to Sat: 5pm – 12am
Sun: Closed
Nearest Station: Clarke Quay

#4 TANUKI RAW – S$2 OYSTERS 5pm – 8PM DAILY

All you have to do is order a martini or cocktail, and you can enjoy fresh oysters for just S$2 per piece during Happy Hour.

181 Orchard Road
#02-03 Orchard Central
Singapore 238896
Tel: +65 6636 5949
Daily: 11.30am – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

#5 THE PELICAN SEAFOOD BAR & GRILL – S$2 OYSTERS

There is also no minimum purchase for this deal. Every Tuesday and Thursday from 6pm to 9pm, enjoy fresh Canadian Fanny Bay oysters for a low and reasonable price of S$2 a piece.

1 Fullerton Road
#01-01, One Fullerton
Singapore 049213
Tel: +65 6438 0400
Mon to Sat: 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Raffles Place

Sunday brunch just got kicked up a notch with Hilton Singapore’s newly revamped Champagne buffet brunch special. 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 at reasonable prices.

You bet we were awed by the array of fresh seafood, premium Australian meat cuts, gourmet European delicatessen and more. To say we were enticed by the sheer spread is an understatement. Very often, champagne brunches come with an exorbitant price tag, and for those who do not drink, paying the premium just does not make sense.

And it does not happen here at Hilton Singapore. 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.

Readers of ladyironchef will be entitled to S$50 off Hilton Singapore’s Sunday brunch with a minimum of two paying adults. More details at the end of this post. Meanwhile, here are the highlights of Hilton Singapore’s Sunday Champagne Brunch.

WELCOME DRINK, SERVED TABLE-SIDE

But of course, a warm welcome first!

Alright, not really warm, but hey, we are talking about a complimentary Bloody Mary that is served table-side as a welcome drink. This pleasantly savoury drink is the perfect way to kick-start your meal here at Hilton Singapore. Think about how much a cocktail would typically cost, and you would know that you are beginning your meal with value already.

GREAT APPETISERS TO START THE BUFFET

Appetisers range from a fantastic Smorgasbord station to adorably plated small dishes. The latter really impressed us with the intricate plating, coupled with the use of premium ingredients.

Our picks are Alaskan Crab Meat with Mango Jelly, Tiger Prawn with Green Mango, Tuna Tartare with Avocado Mousse, Seafood Ceviche with Spicy Dressing and more. These spherical beauties sure whet our appetites with the freshness and clean tastes.

Not photographed here but another one you would enjoy is the gazpacho. We love our soups hot, but for gazpachos, anything goes. That refreshing, chilled tomato soup by Hilton Singapore tastes so close to the ones we’ve had in Spain.

The Smorgasbord section here is a little different – in a very good way, of course. The charcuterie will be thinly-sliced for you at the station itself, with care and precision. The meats that are included in this section range from imported whole leg of Iberico ham to Saucisson sec cured meat.

A good range of olives and pates are also available to complement the cured meats. We don’t know about you, but olives always get us all excited. There are pitted and stuffed ones here, and the chefs will gladly explain their region and preservation methods.

THE FRESHEST SEAFOOD – OYSTERS, MAINE LOBSTERS, SCALLOPS

Now, we have arrived at the truly good part and everyone’s favourite – seafood! What’s not to love about fresh premium seafood, especially when you can have them free flow? Get ready, because the spread will make your eyes pop!

Think freshly shucked oysters (3 varieties), fleshy Maine lobsters, yabbies (a type of crayfish), half-shell scallops and more.

Can we just say how much we love the oysters in particular? Most brunches or buffet spreads only serve one type of oysters, but Hilton Singapore will offer you three – the ever popular Fine de Claire, succulent Irish oysters and Pacific Oysters.

The seafood is also served alongside fresh sashimi and a sushi selection.

A LA MINUTE SELECTION

One of the reasons why we were immensely impressed by the selections here at Hilton Singapore is the a la minute selection.

The residential dish is Scotch Egg with Truffle Hollandaise Sauce. Scotch Eggs are extremely hard make, even more so to perfect it. Here at the champagne brunch, have it unlimited – all you want. The perfect runny yolk is encased in tasty and well-seasoned meat, then drizzled with fragrant black truffle hollandaise sauce.

Another a la minute dish that is also included in the brunch line-up is the egg cocotte. So hearty, so warm and the addition of savoury meats made the dish a lot more dimensional.

Well, foie gras lovers would be elated to know that pan-seared foie gras is also part of the a la minute selection – unlimited. Hilton Singapore’s version is served with an apple and passion fruit compote, and the sweet-and-sour mixture cuts through the creaminess of the piece of liver so beautifully.

INTERNATIONAL COOKED DISHES

Pizzas, Asian dishes and even beef pho? They will have you covered in this section. Grab either a Seafood or Mushrooms & Anchovies pizza. And if you want something creamy and comforting, go for the Seafood Fricasse with Bisque & Parmesan. The Pan-Fried Chilean Sea Bass with Orange & Fennel Compote sounds boring, but the sweet compote brought out the freshness of the sea bass so well, you’ll love the combination.

For the Asian dishes, dim sum is a must and Hilton Singapore offers both Custard Bun and Braised Pork Ribs, alongside wok-fried dishes such as Stir-Fried Garlic Prawns with Cilantro and Kam Heong Style Crab; bursting with flavours and wok hei, this might be where your grandparents would camp at if they prefer only Asian food.

MEATS, MEATS AND MORE MEATS

If you love  quality meat selection, you will be glad to know that Hilton Singapore’s brunch includes popular meats such as Premium Flank Steak, Lamb Chop and even Tenderloin. All cooked on an open flame charcoal grill, to your preferred doneness with a much loved smoky flavour.

ROAST MEATS 

If you like your meat roasted, fret not; like we said, there is something for everybody.

Think Herb-Roasted Baby Chicken, US Prime Rib and Roasted Pork Rack. Despite being pre-cooked roasts, the meats were not dry and we enjoyed the seasoning of herbs, salt and pepper.

AMAZING SELECTION OF CHEESES

We have never experienced a fuller cheese spread than the one here at Hilton Singapore. A selection of more than 20 cheeses are available on the cheese board, and boy were we spoilt for choice.

Any cheese lover will go gaga over this spread that includes premium selections – Parmigiano Reggano, Fromage Du Maquis, Lavort, Comte, Bleu D’Auvergene and even Persille Du Beaujolais.

… AND A BIGGER RANGE OF DECADENT DESSERTS

Our eyes lit up and our jaws dropped. Nothing screams a good dessert spread like the one at Hilton Singapore. It is literally a dessert shrine! They have even incorporated cool molecular gastronomy techniques into a blueberry meringue dessert that tasted nothing short of amazing.

Cakes are in abundance too – Chocolate Passion, Ivory Coffee, Cassis Caramel, Rainbow Cake and Red Velvet Mascarpone; quite basically a cake for any preference.

Individually-plated desserts include crème brûlée, Orange Chocolate Hazelnut, Red Wine Poached Pear with Chantilly and our favourite one – a glass cup of Sake, Cassis and Butter Sponge that had all the right flavours and textures.

FREE-FLOW CHAMPAGNE!!!

Well, of course, drink to your heart’s content if you get the champagne option. Prep yourselves; you will be treated to free flow of house pours, sparkling wine and beers. That’s some massive weekend there, huh?

Prices:
S$88++ – brunch buffet only.
S$108++ – brunch buffet and free-flow sparkling wine, selected white and red wines and beer.
S$138++ – brunch buffet and free-flow of Louis Roederer champagne, selected white and red wines and beer.
S$39++ – child below 12 years old (toddlers below 4 years of age dine for free)

Readers of Ladyironchef will be entitled to S$50 OFF Hilton Singapore’s Sunday Brunch

- Quote “LIC50” to redeem S$50 Off with a minimum of 2 full paying adults
– One redemption per table
– Valid only on 22, 29 Nov and 6, 13 Dec 2015
– Cannot be combined with other offers/ discount benefits
– 1-day prior reservation required (to mention promo code upon reservation to enjoy offer).
Reservation Tel: +65 6730 3390, or email sinhi_F&B@hilton.com
– Subject to availability

Hilton Singapore Sunday Champagne Brunch is available at Opus, lobby level, from noon until 3pm.

Hilton Singapore
581 Orchard Road Hilton
Singapore
Tel: +65 6730 3390
Nearest Station: Orchard Road
sinhi_F&B@hilton.com
http://bit.ly/hiltonsgsundaybrunch

This post is brought to you by Hilton Singapore.

Located on the 3rd storey of Plaza Singapura is American-Chinese establishment Lokkee that is not just your ordinary Chinese restaurant. It is worth mentioning that the up-and-coming gourmet eatery is successfully pushing the boundaries of traditional Chinese cuisine – without compromising on key oriental ingredients – and introducing a tantalising variety of revamped Asian classics that will impress even the most discerning diners. Expect unique renditions of steamed baos, spicy Sichuan diced chicken and whatnot.

Lending flavours from all over the world, Lokkee exudes a subtle touch of the West, but its interior and food remain inherently Chinese. Our feast at Lokkee surprised us pleasantly from very start to the end, and we would gladly return in a heartbeat for the impressive food and sexy ambience.

If you are running out of ideas on where to dine at for non-mainstream Chinese food, then you have to check Lokkee out – this mind-blowing dining concept that serves extraordinary modern Chinese food at Plaza Singapura will be a meal you won’t soon forget.

With eye-catching decors of auspicious red hues, Lokkee does come across as a typical oriental restaurant at first glance, until we laid our eyes on the kinky packaging of wet tissues and hilarious fortune cookies. Did you also notice the drawings of Chinese-fied superheroes on the wall? We love those!

The branding of the restaurant is truly bold, but behind the façade is a multitalented third-culture culinary team that is redefining traditional notions of Chinese food. You may spot familiar names on the menu, but do not be too quick to conclude anything for the execution may well take you by surprise and redefine Chinese cuisine altogether.

The best appetizer on the menu? Most definitely the Chilli Crab Cakes (S$16++) served in an entree portion of two small pieces. The light and crunchy panko crust instantly reminded us of Japanese croquettes, except that it is filled with Singapore’s national dish in shredded forms, and served with a spicy sauce that well complements the fried goodness.

Succulent and juicy, yet crackling crispy on the outside, we love how the value-for-money 5 Spice Crispy Pork Belly (S$12++) is another appetizer to share. Roasted to perfection and boasting a delightful contrast of textures, this sinful dish will be worth the extra rounds of jog.

The Lokkee Egg Drop Soup is a nourishing broth boiled with chicken, eggs and shredded crabmeat. Available in either small (S$6++) or regular (S$16++), Lokkee’s piping hot soup is also thickened with cornstarch for a viscous body. The egg-based soup is interestingly presented in a ceramic pot that resembles ancient Chinese cauldrons.

There are many interesting looking dishes at Lokkee, and the 3 Egg Pyramid Broccoli (S$16++) tops the list. Like your usual veggies in 3 eggs, this dish uses a romanesque broccoli that has been sculpted to resemble a pyramid. The giant bright green vegetable sits in a bowl of fragrant thick sauce made with three different kinds of eggs – regular chicken eggs, century and salted eggs.

While some may resist unorthodox fusion dishes due to fear of inauthenticity, Lokkee makes it a point to retain the fundamental elements of timeless classics. We had a great time devouring their Firecracker Chicken Nest (S$24++), which is essentially deep-fried diced chicken served with Sichuan-style dried chillies. See those egg yolks? Well, they are actually mango puree encapsulated in molecular gastronomic spheres. These spherical “mango yolks” explode in your mouth and are intended as palate cleansers.

The most attention-grabbing dish award goes to the Flaming Pineapple Beef (S$28++). Watch in awe as the thorny fruit is blowtorched and engulfed in flames, and that adds flavour to the beef stew that sits within the pineapple. The result is fork tender beef slices with a fruity hint, and a table of impressed diners.

We also loved the Lokkee’s Stir-Fried Lamb Pockets (S$23), that was surprisingly free from the overwhelming gamey smell. The marinated lamb loin have been stir-fried in Chu Hou paste and diners are to stuff the tender fillets into the sweet bun pockets as fillings.

Savour the Baked Oysters with Bacon (S$22++), which comprises a plate of six fresh oysters baked au gratin served with a lime and lemon wedge. The bacon bits and cooked cheese along with a dash of lemon and lime juice have actually significantly reduced the overall brininess of oysters.

Revel in the F4 (S$32++) too! No, not the disbanded Taiwanese boy band. This impeccable seafood dish is actually named after the gastronomic technique of Flash Frying Fish Fillets (get it?). The fish fillets are fried briefly in chilli oil and the end result is scrumptiously delicate pieces that reminded us of the classic Sichuan Boiled Fish (shui zhu yu).

The Sichuan ‘Mala’ Grilled Fish (S$58++) is a chef-recommended wholesome delicacy too. The grilled fish is placed in a sizzling hot clear water bath and served with cabbage, dried chillies, green peppercorns and tofu skin. Great for families to share!

Lokkee’s palm-size steamed buns were inspired by celebrity chef Eddie Huang’s Bao Haus, but we reckon they resembled Momofuku’s baos more. The key distinguishing factor lies in the thickness of the buns – Lokkee’s baos are notably thin and are served on a bamboo woven basket.

All baos are served in pairs and the signature baos are Pork Crackling Bao (S$13++) and Colonel San Da’s Chicken Bao (S$12++). The former is a crispy pork crackling with fermented beancurd sauce. The latter, as you might have guessed from the name, is a fried chicken with maple gravy.

By the way, why the name, right? You must be wondering. Remember who Colonel Sanders is? Yes, Lokkee has a Colonel San Da for their version of fried chicken. LOVE IT.

Relish in the sinful Bacon Delight (S$12++) that boasts butterscotch and bacon infused ice-cream sitting in a deep-fried hot crunchy bread bowl drizzled with raspberry and chocolate sauce. If you think that is all, you are wrong. Candied bacon strips and real bacon bits make up a significant part of the exotic dessert and bacon lovers really do have to give this a go.

Trust us when we say that the experimental desserts will have you doing a double take. The Custard Egg Rolls (S$10++) look exactly like deep-fried spring rolls, except that they tasted nothing like it.

The sweet dipping puree served on the side is made from berries and carrot, but could be easily mistaken from chilli or ketchup instead. How brilliant is the presentation! Enjoy a good laugh as your dining companions start questioning about a potential “wrong order”.

From Cantonese to Shandong, it is immensely difficult to categorise the various diverse Chinese cuisines into one category. But one characteristic remains true for almost all Chinese restaurants’ takeaways in global cities such as New York City, London and Sydney.

Yes, it is the famous Chinese takeout box! What piqued our attention is that Lokkee has decided to serve their Chow Mien (S$14++) in those wire handle boxes too. Western expats will find eating the stir-fried noodles with celery, char siew, carrots and shredded chicken awfully nostalgic.

The complex Asian cuisine has transformed dramatically over the years and gained a legacy of fans across the world. Chinese food is no longer synonymous with greasy stores, appalling services and cheap takeouts. We are now seeing an increasing number of celebrated Chinese gourmet restaurants across metropoles.

Lokkee has managed to showcase the evolved genre of Chinese fare through its excellent craftsmanship and it would be an eye-opening experience for Singaporeans who have yet to sample the different variations of Chinese food abroad.

Lokkee
Plaza Singapura
#03-01, 68 Orchard Road
Singapore 238839
Tel: +65 6884 4566
Daily: 11.30am – 3pm, 5.30pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Dhoby Ghaut

This post is brought to you by TungLok Group.

You would never expect to find a swanky open-concept bar in Alexandra. This new hangout is called Aqua Luna, located on the 7th storey of Park Hotel Alexandra, offering an alternative view of the beautiful Queenstown precinct. The stylish alfresco bar is parked right beside the 25-metre infinity swimming pool, and boasts an exciting gourmet menu of bar nosh and exotic cocktails.

But more than its tranquil vibes and interesting variety of tantalising cocktails, Aqua Luna is a stunner and the perfect venue for post-work drinks with colleagues and/or a great night out with your beloved other half. Upon stepping to the outdoors of the pool level of the property, we were amazed and in complete disbelief. The circular rooftop bar was dimly lit and set against the evening skies, candy floss coloured post-sunset skies welcomed us, and our moods were instantly lifted; how can a so-called neighbourhood bar be so sexy?

We can just hear all of you who are sick and tired of the CBD’s overly crammed bars; it is time to make your way down to Aqua Luna, this all new tranquil oasis that we have been to several times now, and are completely in love with.

From now till 13 November 2015, readers of ladyironchef can get an exclusive 50% off the second drink at Aqua Luna (more details at the end of the post). So grab a cocktail and some light bites, watch the sunset from an alternative venue, kick back and enjoy an evening of being away from the madness in town. You deserve this break.

Set to be a laid-back hotel bar in Southern Singapore, Aqua Luna indeed exudes remarkably chill vibes throughout the afternoon and even into the night. It also serves as a swim-up bar for in-house guests; how cool is that?

The scrumptious selection of bar food and premium cocktails will impress even the most discerning epicureans. The spanking new bar is partially encased by a glass-to-ceiling transparent windows, hence allowing one to simultaneously admire the picturesque surroundings whilst indulging in a meal.

Gone are the days where you can easily find a handcrafted cocktail under S$20. So imagine our surprise when we found out that Aqua Luna’s special cocktails and classics are all reasonably priced at S$18++ each! What a delightful steal! Each invigorating concoction is prepared with fresh herbs, fruits and vegetables, and don’t they just look gorgeous?

Signature must-tries include the Breezy Berries and Poire Basil. The former is a blend of mint, lychee liqueur, cherry bitters and Pisco, while the latter is a revitalising mix of Absolut Pear Vodka, basil, grapefruit bitters and zesty lime juice garnished with fresh pear slices.

Both cocktails are served in old-school silver metal tins and decorated with real fruits. These beverages are actually very potent and you will get the bang for your buck!

Another drink that you should try is their spiced cocktail Hot Melons (S$18++) – a brilliant Asian fusion invention inspired by the liqueur affogato.

Muddled with chilli padi, shaken with dark rum and served with a soursop sorbet, the cocktail is a unique sweet-and-spicy concoction. The spiciness have been underwhelmed by the ice-cream so you do not have to worry about having your tongue on fire!

Or you can also savour the classic margarita, martini and mojito with an additional unexpected twist of your choice. Spiced mojito or mojito infused with peach or mixed berries, what say you?

Similarly, you could have an apple or lychee martini instead of the traditional one. Last but not least, enjoy either a mango or mixed berry margarita – or stick to the good old classics. These enthralling classic tipples are priced at S$18++ each too.

If you are here to catch the dazzling sunset, do order an Alexandra Sunset (S$18++) to kickstart your evening.

Named after Aqua Luna’s location, this golden-hued cocktail creation – an infusion of Grand Marnier liqueur with flamed Rosemary, pineapple juices, white rum and dark rum – is served in a classy wine glass and a hit amongst both the ladies and gentlemen.

Aqua Luna keeps its entire menu extremely affordable. We were pleasantly surprised by how generously portioned and appetising the unassuming Battered Cauliflower (S$8++) was.

Each crispy fried batter contained an impossibly tender cauliflower and we love how it packed a punch with its hints of fragrant curry and onion. The addictive vegetarian dish is served with an irresistible cheesy béchamel dipping sauce on the side. Sinful as it may sound, we would return to Aqua Luna just for this, because diet can (sometimes) wait.

Sick of the ubiquitous truffle fries? Give their heavenly Truffle Polenta Fries (S$10++) a shot and you definitely will not regret wasting your calories on this amazing savoury treat. Well, for those who always tell us truffle fries are too mainstream for their liking, this would do the trick for you!

For the uninitiated, polenta is a type of thick cornmeal that is most commonly used in Central Europe It is consumed in other parts of the world such as South America and the Middle East, and they may be named differently and more commonly known as cornmeal.

For those who are keen to try something different, you will enjoy these delightful polenta fries that are dusted in parmesan cheese and served with a dollop of homemade truffle-infused mayonnaise dipping sauce.

Oysters fan, please join us in feasting with these freshly shucked Seasonal Oysters (1/2 doz – S$24++) served au natural with a classic mignonette. Can you imagine slurping them juicy oysters while swimming? Oh god, the life!

Those who do not fancy the exquisite oysters can still find other seafood nibbles, such as the A Pint of Prawns (S$14++) served with cocktail sauce, and A Pot of Mussels (S$18++) – blue mussels that have been cooked with Chardonnay.

Of course, the carnivores can join us in feasting on the decadent “Dirty” Steak (S$36++) which is grilled to medium-rare and charred in the wood-fired oven while sitting atop charcoal. It is served with anchovy butter and a pinch of sea salt.

How awesome does steak by the pool sound, right? We are all so used to steak in fine restaurants, and this experience at Aqua Luna sure is a fresh breath of air.

On to the flatbreads now, my friends. Essentially wood-fired pizzas served fresh from the oven, these bar snacks are actually very filling and enjoyable with some cocktails (but of course).

There are a total of five flavours to choose from – Crabmeat & Artichoke (S$24++), Margarita (S$18++), Beef & Chilli (S$20++), Tiger Prawn & Pesto (S$24++) and Chorizo & Onion (S$18++).

It is also worth mentioning that the breads have been painstakingly proofed for at least three hours, hence giving rise to a light and crispy crust. And they are made fresh daily!

When daylight wanes away and night-time takes over, Aqua Luna transforms from a tropical paradise into a dimly lit romantic bar; the latter is how we will always remember Aqua Luna to be, as when we first saw the bar in its full glory against the golden sunset.

You should, too, drop by during the evening for a spectacular sunset experience – watch the sun descend right before your eyes and witness the landscape transform into mesmerising city lights with a glass of signature cocktail in hand. We will return in a heartbeat for this lovely sanctuary. Will you?

EXCLUSIVE 50% OFF SECOND DRINK FOR LADYIRONCHEF’S READERS

From now till 13 November 2015, quote “ladyironchef” when you reserve your table at Aqua Luna and get 50% off your second drink (of lower value). Advance reservation is required, with a minimum of 2 guests (up to 12 adult patrons) in a single bill.

This promotion is not valid on eve of and on Public Holidays. Please call +65 6828 8885 or email aqualuna.phal@parkhotelgroup.com to make your reservation.

Aqua Luna
Level 7 Park Hotel Alexandra
323 Alexandra Road
Singapore 159972
Tel: +65 6828 8885
Email: aqualuna.phal@parkhotelgroup.com
Sun to Thu: 12pm – 11pm
Fri and Sat: 12pm – 1am
Nearest Station: Queenstown / Redhill

This post is brought to you by Park Hotel Alexandra.