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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

Ikkoten Omakase located at Telok Ayer Street showcases culinary odyssey through the rich yet clean-tasting flavours of traditional Kyoto cuisine. Translated to English as “ Paradise on Earth”, the word “Ikkoten”or“一壺天” is derived from the Japanese legend about a magical jar that contains a magnificent world filled with fine wines and bountiful feasts. Helmed by Executive Chef, Brandon Low, a Singaporean trained under various Japanese chefs. Although Chef Brandon is young, he has close to 10 years of experience in Japanese cuisine. Read More

The St. Regis Singapore presents The Astor Grill, a pop-up restaurant founded on the original shophouses set in early century New York, inspired by St. Regis legacy and rituals. The Astor Grill celebrates two essential aspects; artisan produce by premium suppliers and bespoke dining experiences from the traditions of the House of Astor. Indulge in the gastronomy dining experience as the pop-up restaurant will takes over the space of French fine-dining restaurant Brasserie Les Saveurs. This exquisite experience will be available for a la carte lunch and dinner with an accessible three-course lunch S$48.00++ per pax. Read More

Restaurant Labyrinth has always been on my food bucket list. I finally had the chance when my friends expressed their interest. The waiting time to secure the reservation can be long and we managed to book it a month earlier. The restaurant has been awarded World’s first new Singaporean One Michelin-Starred Restaurant since 2017 till date (2022). Labyrinth by Chef LG Han serves modern Singapore cuisine and consider a new expression of Singapore cuisine. Read More

M Hotel Singapore has a halal dim sum buffet “Jom Dim Sum Buffet” priced at just S$38.00++ per pax. The buffet comes with more than 20 different items on the menu. It is also the first ever halal dim sum buffet in the city centre, with buffet hours running from 12pm to 2:30pm. My last visit here was for their buffet at Cafe 2000 2 years ago and did not realize that there is another restaurant at level 2. Interesting! The Buffet Restaurant also offers halal steamboat buffet too. Read More

TINTO Spanish Restaurant located at Dempsey Hill opens its door on 9 May. This latest restaurant is Chefs Daniel and Tamara Chavez, husband-and-wife first Spanish restaurant as a couple. TINTO is inspired from the Spanish name for red wine, vino tinto. Expect to indulge for soul-warming tapas, paellas, fideuas, Spanish wines, and so much more. Read More

*Updated June 2023*
The restaurant is now known as Bar & Billiard Room

Osteria BBR by Alain Ducasse welcomes the springtime bloom with refreshed menu featuring season’s first produce prepared in traditional Italian cooking accentuated with modern elements. Chef de Cuisine Natalino Ambra showcases innovative dishes that encapsulate an assortment of the seasons’ finest produce such as asparagus, green peas, broad beans, and the exquisite Amalfi Lemon. Read More

Caviar and Chocolate Weekend Afternoon Tea is the latest theme for One-Ninety at Four Seasons Hotel Singapore. Indulge in savoury-sweet flavours of delicate Caviar d’Eden pearls and velvety rich Valrhona chocolates. Chocolate and caviar are a delight to the tastebuds. Date your girlfriend or date for an enchanting afternoon in the orchard city which is available every weekend until 25 June 2023. Read More

Eden Restaurant located in Pullman Singapore Orchard has a stunning glasshouse with captivating views and beautiful light filled spaces. Diners can enjoy different kinds of ambience at this all-day dining restaurant. The lush glasshouse has plenty of natural light in the day if you are looking for a nice lunch spot in Orchard or go for a romantic dinner date at night. The restaurant heralds the Asian delicacies from port to destination. From authentic classics to reimagine for today’s modern palette by the team. Read More