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Sky on 57 – Lunar New Year Luncheon with Kagoshima

January 22, 2012 / Glenn Lee / 5 comments

Christmas came and went, then New Year’s arrived with a bang. Before we realize it, Chinese New Year is just on the horizon. To all my readers and friends celebrating the festivities, here’s wishing all of us a bountiful new year ahead!

I was invited to the press luncheon of the launch of the Lunar New Year Luncheon Menu at Sky on 57 last Monday however as I was in Hong Kong over the weekend, I was not able to attend. From what I see on the blog posts of some of the bloggers who attended the luncheon, it was quite the event with Kagoshima Governor Yuichiro Ito gracing the luncheon. Chef Justin Quek and his restaurant, Sky on 57, was accorded a Certification of Recommendation from the governor himself. The Certificate of Recommendation is an affirmation that the dining establishment is serving up worthy ingredients from Kagoshima.

However, all was not lost, for I tried the Lunar New Year Luncheon menu last Friday. Of course, it was good that work ended early and that Marina Bay Sands was a mere 5 minute taxi ride away. Read more

Category: Cuisine: Chinese, Cuisine: French, Cuisine: Fusion, Cuisine: Singapore, Invited Tastings, Singapore /

Asia’s Dining Destination – Guy Savoy: “Bites and Bubbles”

January 18, 2012 / Glenn Lee / No comments

As part of Asia’s Dining Destination, we dined at Guy Savoy. Well… If you are like me and the thought of having a meal at Guy Savoy is only a parisan dream away, fret not, for Guy Savoy in Singapore at the Marina Bay Sands Integrated Resort has brought its popular concept from its Parisian flagship restaurant to our shores - ‘Bites and Bubbles’.

The menu allows guests to enjoy tasting portions of signature items from the fine dining French restaurant. Moreover, the menu changes on a frequent basis; the latest menu revision can be found here. Read more

Category: Cuisine: French, Invited Tastings, Singapore /

Asia’s Dining Destination – db Bistro Moderne

December 19, 2011 / Glenn Lee / One comment

I enjoyed my first dining destination as part of the Asia’s Dining Destination which saw us having dinner at db Bistro Moderne, helmed by Executive Chef Stephane Istel (Pictured above holding a slab of Kagoshima beef ready to be split and plated for our table).

To be honest, my experience at db was perhaps the most enjoyable of the lot, so much so that when a close friend’s birthday came around, we both chose to have dinner at db (On our own expense, of course) To dine at a restaurant twice in the short span of 2 weeks says quite a bit, I’ll say. I’ll blog about that particular dining experience shortly too! Read more

Category: Cuisine: American, Cuisine: French, Invited Tastings, Singapore /

The White Rabbit Dempsey

December 1, 2011 / Melissa Koh / 3 comments

I was recently at The White Rabbit, so here’s a sneak preview of what’s coming your way this festive holiday!

Housed in a charming and scenic old chapel off the Dempsey area, your dining experience will not be any less than enchanting.

Category: Cuisine: European, Cuisine: French, Invited Tastings /

French Marche Event

November 25, 2011 / Melissa Koh / 3 comments

From now till 27 November 2011, immerse in all things French at the French Marche held at Plaza Singapura Main Atrium. It is put together by the French Chamber of Commerce as a part of the French Festival Singapore 2011. A range of French regional specialties and products are presented in a setup similar to a typical French marketplace – it is an ideal place to start on your cultural journey, and shop like you’re in France!

It is also a great opportunity to speak to the French booth owners and get insightful culinary tips, or even have a casual chat to learn more about their culture. You will also get to sample the flavours of different French regions, and find authentic French delicacies and produce comprising wines, cheeses, preserves, foie gras and more. Read more

Category: Cuisine: French, Invited Tastings, Media Advisories, Singapore /

The Tastings Room

November 13, 2011 / Melissa Koh / One comment

The unassuming location along the first floor of Marina Square does not quite prepare you for the exquisite dining experience behind its doors. The Tastings Room embodies both the pleasures of gourmet food and wine, minus the exorbitant prices.

As you enter, on the right sits the glass-encased wine cellar that holds a phenomenal offering of wine varieties. The dining area exudes a casual vibe; the interior bears no resemblance to elegant and upscale French restaurants despite the dominantly French-influenced menu.

Executive Chef Elvin Chew helms the kitchen and is no stranger to accolades. Among them is the Gold Medal award in West Australia Oceanafest Restaurant of Nation Culinary Competition. Here’s to supporting our local talent!

The Tastings Room makes food and wine pairing a painless experience with 3 wine recommendations within the menu for each dish –no more fretting over which wines to choose or awkward moments of choosing the wrong wines. The best thing is that you can order wine by the glass without having to purchase them by the bottle –you can choose to have a full glass or a smaller portion, with most under $10. Read more

Category: Cuisine: French, Invited Tastings /

Sydney – Sepia Restaurant

November 10, 2011 / Glenn Lee / 4 comments

My first meal that I had in Sydney was a dinner at Sepia Restaurant and I loved it so much that I went back again on the very last day of my short stay there. This review documents my experience there on the first visit.

Recently named Vittoria Coffee Restaurant of the Year in the Sydney Good Food Awards 2012 and is one-fifth of the list of 3-hatter restaurants (alongside Bilson’s – which unfortunately ran into troubles, est., Marque and Quay). Just so you know, I chose to visit Sepia on a friend’s strong recommendation and not because of the awards.

The dishes that I had that evening made up the Degustation menu (AUD$150). Last I heard they have since expanded their degustation menu from 9 courses to 14 courses! How’s that for choice? Read more