Goodbye, Alibi - Modern Dining Concept With Strong Cocktails in Tanjong Pagar

 

 

Taking over 53A Duxton Road is Goodbye, Alibi — the newest kid in Tanjong Pagar. Poised to be a modern dining restaurant that also whips up strong and delicious cocktails, Goodbye, Alibi is ready to set the food scene ablaze with their creative takes on familiar dishes that we hold close to our hearts. Melding distinctive flavours from the East and West, the team strives to bring comforting flavours with a twist to the table. Tanjong Pagar is filled with unique restaurants, cool concepts and award-winning cocktail bars, so deciding to take root here is definitely a tricky, but bold, move. 

 

Griglia Open Fire Italian Kitchen - New Restaurant on Craig Road Brings You a Taste of an Outdoor Italian Barbecue

Griglia, the new kid on Craig road, aims to transport diners to a 'grigliata' — an outdoor barbecue party that the Italians often indulge in with their loved ones. It's always a hearty affair; everyone brings along fresh produce and throws them onto the grill over a strong fire fueled by charcoal. When produce is that fresh, all you need is a light sprinkling of salt and some top quality olive oil to bring out the best in them. And that's exactly what Griglia is all about. The menu is centered on dishes cooked on a custom-made cast iron grill flown in from Russia, and diners can expect unique dishes built with lightly-seasoned ingredients that are reminiscent of the "mix and match" concept typically observed at grigliatas where attendees pile their plates with anything they desire from the grill. 

Kris+ by Singapore Airlines - Earn up to 6 BONUS Miles Per $1 Spent at Les Bouchons, UNA, WAKANUI & More

 

Are you looking to up your miles game? It’s time to download Kris+ by Singapore Airlines then! Kris+ is Singapore Airlines’ lifestyle app on which KrisFlyer members can enjoy (1) exclusive privileges, (2) pay with miles at every day partners and (3) earn miles from daily spends.

From 9 April - 31 May, Kris+ and their dining partners (Les Bouchons, UNA @ Alkaff Mansion, WAKANUI Grill Dining & more) are presenting the Kris+ Gastronomy Series which promises exclusive menus and privileges to KF members. 

 

In addition, you can earn up to 6 BONUS miles on every $1 spent paid with cash, credit or debit card. Find out how in this post!

terra Tokyo Italian - Witness the Marriage of Italian & Japanese Cuisine at this One-Michelin-Starred Restaurant

As its name indicates, terra promises a unique style of Italian cuisine, inspired by shokubunka (the honor of Japanese food culture) and Italian culinary traditions. Helmed by Chef Japanese Chef-Owner Seita Nakahara, terra Tokyo Italian does not offer an a la carte menu for either lunch or dinner. Instead, available are 2 set lunch menus($58/$128) and 3 dinner omakase menus($208/308/408) featuring fresh creations built on hand-picked seasonal ingredients imported directly from Japan’s farms and producers. terra prides itself on its selection of fresh produce and the staff will proudly introduce the freshest picks of the day to diners before the meal commences.

SE7ENTH - Refreshed A La Carte Menu With New Creations Such As Wagyu Katsu Sando!

SE7ENTH at Oakwood Premier AMTD Singapore has just refreshed their menu with new additions! Having stayed at the luxurious property for three months, and ordered room service multiple times, I know that the head chef at SE7ENTH whips up pretty delicious dishes. Hence, I was excited to see what he has come up with. 

Burnt Ends - More Than Deserving of Their One Michelin Star

 

It's been a dream of mine to dine at Burnt Ends, but I could never get a table. So when Miss Tam Chiak wanted to have lunch, I thought I would just try my luck again. And guess what! We scored a table for 2, just 2 days before our lunch date. I know, I know, it's crazy luck! I couldn't believe it myself. I had to double check my booking multiple times. I arrived a couple of minutes before our reservation, and was asked politely to wait outside as they got our counter seats ready. I WAS BEYOND EXCITED. There must have been a cancellation because we were moved from the bar seats to the counter! What a treat!

Pictured here is the magnificent Burnt Ends Sanger. Think extremely flavourful pulled pork packed between two pillowy-soft fluffy buns. Just look at the ratio of meat to bun! Every bite was an explosion of flavours and a party in my mouth! Too good, just too good. I have been dreaming about this, and I will definitely be back soon for this gorgeous creation, and also those Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies.

Hakumai - Inexpensive Sushi Omakase in Tanjong Pagar

Omakase in Singapore definitely doesn't come cheap. We are talking about the ones which have perfected the sushi rice, the ones that use premium and fresh ingredients, and the ones who know how best to highlight the pristine flavours of each type of fish. Sushi omakase has long been stereotyped as a meal that will burn a deep hole in your pocket. Shinji, Hashida, and Tatsuya are some of the big names that most frequently pop into our minds when the word 'omakase' is mentioned. Dinner at any of these dining establishments will set you back at least $300 - $500. Hence, people always think that a good omakase meal is out of their reach, and budget. However, that is certainly not the case.

Hakumai offers both omakase and kaiseki. There are two types of omakase available — sushi omakase($68.80), and omakase course(market price)

Ryo Sushi - Best Value For Money Omakase in Singapore

Those who love Japanese food, particularly sushi, should be no stranger to Ryo Sushi. Even if you have not dined here before, you would most probably have heard of their amazingly-priced omakase sets. Omakase dinners have long been known to be expensive, with the prices hitting $350 per pax (before taxes) at most of the established and esteemed Japanese restaurants on our sunny little island. Shinji is one of the places where most people dream of dining at, but a meal there will cause significant damage to your piggy bank. If you're thinking of going for an awesome omakase dinner, but not keen on splurging that much, Ryo Sushi is undoubtedly the place for you.

Lolla - Lo-vely Mediterranean Cuisine Prepared with the Finest Produce

Pictures of these tiny pots of gold have been making their rounds on social media. People say that it's to die for, and I've been dying to try it. I've heard that it's not easy securing a reservation at this popular restaurant along Ann Siang Road. My awesome friends took me here for dinner on my birthday and it was such a treat!

#WTF - The New Kid at 49 Club Street

So, 49 Club Street used to be the home of Drinks & Co, a place where I frequent more than I would like to admit. Drinks & Co has shifted a few doors down, with a refreshed concept. In its place is now #WTF. I wanted to have a look at their menu but the place seemed packed so I didn't really want to go in but one of their staff spoke to us and told us that there is no service charge here. Now, I have to go in and have a look, right?

The Reading Room Cafe - Newly Launched Weekend Brunch

The Reading Room has been around for four years now and the quaint little cafe is a book cafe by day, and bar by night. The cafe is stocked full of books and vintage decorations. There's a little piece of Paris in this place and I like that very much.

(CLOSED)The Wall - A Treasure Trove of Whiskies Older than You and Me

A bar wholeheartedly dedicated to the love and appreciation of fine whiskies, The Wall is a safe that guards more than 300 types of whiskies including pre-war whiskies, limited edition whiskies, priceless whiskies and rare whiskies. The Wall is not set up to bleed your bank account dry. Instead, The Wall allows us to have a taste of uncommon whiskies at an affordable price tag, offering us a taste of the finer things in life. It's difficult to find a bar that offers tasting portions and Gentleman's pour of uncommon whiskies, like the Hibiki 30 years, but you can get that right here.

The Disgruntled Brasserie - Communal Dining in the Heart of Ann Siang

If you haven't already guessed, The Disgruntled Brasserie is helmed by the folks behind The Disgruntled Chef. The five-month old establishment at The Club Hotel in Ann Siang focuses on small plates and communal dining. Newly appointed Chef de Cuisine Desmond Goh aims to create amazing dishes that won't burn a huge hole in your pocket.

Mexican Flavours & Delicious Cocktails @ Lucha Loco, Super Loco Robertson Quay & Super Loco Customs House

The Loco Group's latest venture has taken root at Customs House. On top of a plethora of contemporary Mexican dishes, the restaurant boasts a panoramic view of Marina Bay and a lovely ambience. We embarked on a food trail that brought us to Duxton Hill, Robertson Quay and Customs House where we visited all three restaurants under The Loco Group.

Chef's Table by Chef Stephan Zoisl - One of the Best Dinners I've had!

Chef's Table by Chef Stephen is turning one and this cozy and intimate restaurant on Tras Street promises more than a satisfying dinner and experience. The menu here is ever-changing but it always has 28 ingredients listed on it. The chefs base their creations on seasonal produce and they mix and match different ingredients from the 28 to create new dishes all the time. The multiple-course dinner is customized based on your preferences so if you don't eat a particular ingredient, they will do their best to not include it in your food.

(CLOSED)Tang 唐 Restaurant & Bar @ Keong Saik Road

Tang is a contemporary Chinese steamboat restaurant that takes pride in their elegantly designed 38-seater and utmost commitment to serving up only the freshest ingredients. Tang boasts a really attentive service crew, an intimate setting and a collection of two private rooms that is perfect for larger groups and families. They are definitely a new contender for the best steamboat in Singapore.

The White Rocket @ Stanley Street

The White Rocket celebrated their first birthday recently and the well-loved bar was packed to the brim on the night of their anniversary. The joyous occasion was marked with beers and sliders going at just one dollar.

Hokkaido Sushi(M Hotel) - Free Flow Fresh Sashimi and Sushi!

Singaporeans love Japanese buffets because we get to indulge in unlimited servings of sashimi. Over at Hokkaido Sushi, you can have limitless amount of sashimi too, except that the sashimi quality here is definitely top-notch. I've been to countless buffets, and I've had my fair share of sashimi and I can safely say that the quality and freshness of the sashimi at Hokkaido Sushi is second to none. With over 80 dishes on their Hokkaido Buffet Experience menu, I believe that you will be getting your money's worth here.

HungryGoWhere Awards 2016

In recognition of the exciting food scene in Singapore, the hard work of every food and beverage establishment, and Singapore's love for food, the HungryGoWhere Awards have been brought back to celebrate the nation's favourites and the best in the food industry.

With more than 21 categories open for voting, voters can cast their votes for as many categories as they want on www.hungrygowhere.com or via their social media platforms with the hashtags : #HGWawards and #businessname (for example : #MellbenSignature, #EscapeRestaurantLounge, #TigersMilkSG)

Quandoo Food Trail : Kite, L'entrecôte Wine Bar, Bincho, Sum Yi Tai

With close to 800 food and beverage merchants on board, Quandoo is the largest online reservation platform for restaurants in Singapore. Quandoo is popular and widely used as it is simple to navigate and users are rewarded with points for every booking made or review written. These points could be exchanged for monetary rewards! How cool is that?

I'll be giving away a $100 dining voucher(courtesy of Quandoo) at the end of this post, so read on to find out more!