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Brasserie Astoria is the Frantzen Group’s second venture in Singapore, after their highly acclaimed three-Michelin-star fine dining restaurant Zen. The new and casual Brasserie Astoria is the first overseas outpost of Sweden. It mirrors its Stockholm flagship that occupies what was once Astoria Cinema.

Located in Victoria Concert Hall Singapore, the restaurant houses 100 seats, a private dining room for 10, and a bar and lounge that seat 22 people. At Braserie Astoria, diners can enjoy a distinctly international twist on the traditional brasserie experience set prepared by Head Chef Emil Cecil Ess, a former Zen team member. Read More

Akira Back is a modern Japanese cuisine restaurant featuring reinvented flavours, Korean accents, and global influences by world-renowned chef Akira Back. The restaurant is part of the dining concepts managed by JW Marriott Singapore South Beach. It is conveniently located within walking distance of Esplanade MRT station and access to the hotel as well. Read More

Ginger. Lily located on level five (5) in Hilton Singapore Orchard has launched Nikei-Inspired Afternoon Tea. The botanical-inspired lobby lounge and bar offers not only afternoon tea, but artisanal cakes meticulously crafted by Chef Cindy Khoo and craft cocktails inspired from native herbs, flowers, and spices. This new chapter of the afternoon tea is inspired by the flavours of Nikkei cuisine, presenting a harmonious synthesis of Japanese and Peruvian elements. Read More

Revolver, a MICHELIN restaurant located at Tras Street is a contemporary Indian restaurant. Helmed by Executive Chef Saurabh Udinia and his team showcase Indian cooking sensibilities with international flair and seasonal ingredients. Expect a true avant-garde dining experience with Chef Saurabh at Revolver. Read More

Honbo located at Chijmes, Singapore is the first overseas outpost by the home-grown burger joint in Hong Kong. The burger restaurant first opened in 2017 along Sun Street in Wan Chai, Hong Kong. The brand’s unique rendition of American-style burgers crafted in-house by hand and fresh ingredients. Expect to enjoy the banquette seats and high stool counter seats when you dine in their Chijmes outlet. Read More

Tenshima located in Millenia Walk is a fine dining tempura omakase concept restaurant. This few month-olds restaurant is helmed by Chef Takahiro Shima that has years of culinary experience in established Japanese restaurant. The 10-seat counter Tenshima has limited seating, so I made a reservation more than one month beforehand to celebrate my friend’s birthday on time. Read More

Singapore’s reputation as a “City in a Garden” is one that is well-earned. The city-state has consistently honoured its commitment to urban planning, sustainability, and improving quality of life through the cultivation of nature parks, botanical gardens, and other lush spaces that the public can enjoy. Read More

Gordon Grill, Goodwood Park Hotel’s premier fine dining establishment celebrates its 60th anniversary this year with enticing month-long anniversary-exclusive offers starting from 1-30 July 2023. Originally known as the Gordon Room when it opened on 30 July 1963, the grill room assumes the title of the oldest dining establishment within the hotel. It is always good to revisit an old classic favourite, especially when they offer something interesting.
Unique tableside dining experiences continue to captivate guests at Gordon Grill with its ubiquitous beef trolley, signature Crepe Suzette dessert flambeed with flair in the presence of dinners and a popular roast wagon menu offered for leisurely weekend lunches. Read More

Hiring a new domestic helper is a big step for any Singaporean household. For one, it’s common practice
in the country for housekeepers to live with the family that employs them. This means you’re not just
hiring a helper, but also, in some ways, adding a member to your household. Even if you’ll be hiring a
part-time live-out helper, they’ll still play a significant role in taking care of the members of your family
and keeping your household up to scratch.  Read More

Omakase tends to be premium and expensive due to not only the many courses that are served, but also due to the quality of the ingredients that determined the pricing. My recent visit to Unkai Sushi Singapore located in Orchard Rendezvous Hotel does not have to break the bank. Helmed by Chef Eugene Lam, he is offering a Lunch Omakase priced at S$68.00++ per pax and other Omakase menu from S$88.00++. Read More