Whether you’re looking for good food near me or just need to shake things up a bit? Every month we bring you the scoop on what’s buzzing across town – from food news and the latest brunch spots, to new menus at old favourites, as well as new restaurants and bars to try.
Tour India Over Lunch
Take a culinary journey through India with 27 Degrees West’s new Dabba Du Jour Tiffin Lunch, crafted by chef Varun Inamdar. Inspired by the traditional tiffin culture, this lunch concept on Orchard Road brings you four rotating menus, each highlighting flavours from different regions of India. Discover classic Punjabi kitchen recipes from the North, or favourites from Lakshadweep, Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Served in authentic brass tiffin carriers flown in from Jamnagar, India – famed as the “Brass Capital of India” – each set includes starters, mains, breads, and dessert for $24.90.
Tacos with a Twist
Behind The Green Door, Duxton Road’s adultsonly cocktail lounge and music hotspot, is now home to an exciting culinary collaboration with The Maha Co. Say hello to Dosa Tacos, the latest creation by rapper and songwriter Yung Raja and the team at The Maha Co. These bites merge the bold spices of Indian cuisine with the lively flavours of Mexican street tacos. Sip on one of three signature cocktails – Tamarindo, Spiced Gimlet and Golden Haze – specially tailored by the bartenders at Behind The Green Door to pair with the tacos.
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Siglap Sips
There’s a new wine spot on the East Coast that’s got tongues wagging. The Winery Gourmet Bar offers a walk-in cellar with over 150 premium labels, starting from $65. Head along on a Monday for the Wine Buffet, priced at just $38 for two hours of unlimited pours. Sip on a curated selection of house reds, whites, and prosecco – perfect for starting the week on a high note. Pair your wine with a menu of modern European dishes, crafted by chef Zoel. Highlights include the Spanish Signature Gambas al Ajillo, a seasonal Burrata Salad, and Foie Gras and Parsley Creamy Rice.
Perfect Platter
Looking for top-notch beef? Head to Wagyu X, where Chef Masahiro Takada introduces the Wagyu X Platter. This curated selection showcases the top five cuts of steak from three worldrenowned regions: the US, Australia and Japan.
The platter reflects Chef Masa’s dedication to quality, with cuts minimally seasoned to let the natural flavours shine. Expect highlights like F1 Stockyard Wagyu from Australia, USDA Prime McClaren Farms Angus, A5 Kyoto Hirai Wagyu from Japan, and their signature in-house Wagyu X, including an aged version. Carefully chosen from over 100 beef types worldwide, this is a beef lover’s feast, served in the heart of the CBD.
Creative Cocktails
Located in the iconic Victoria Theatre and Concert Hall, Brasserie Astoria introduces Aurora Borealis, a multi-sensory cocktail experience. Each cocktail is inspired by a song and paired with a curated Spotify playlist for an immersive experience. Astoria’s popular Golden Hour now runs Fridays to Sundays from 3pm to 6pm, featuring bites and cocktails for just $12. Plus, on BYOB Mondays, diners can bring their favourite wines with no corkage fee.
Welcome to the Year of the Snake
Celebrate the Lunar New Year in style with a festive buffet at Edge, available until 12 February. Tuck into fresh seafood, roasts and charcuterie, alongside classic Chinese delicacies like Singapore chili crab with golden mantou, roasted five-spice whole pig, and chicken floss pizza. Create your own prosperity toss at the DIY Yu Sheng station, complete with vegetables, condiments and a chef’s special green apple mint and truffle plum sauce. And for dessert? Mandarin orange panna cotta, durian cheesecake, nyonya kuehs and more! Top up for free-flow champagne, wine, cocktails and beer. Cheers to new beginnings!
For reservations, call 6826 8240 or email dining.ppsin@panpacific.com. bit.ly/PPSIN-CNY2025
New Brunch in Town
Elevate your weekends at GU:UM, the contemporary Korean steakhouse helmed by chefs Louis Han and Sanggil Byeon, with its Weekend Steak Brunch. Dig into a premium platter of four assorted cuts of grilled meats and seafood, complemented by charred seasonal vegetables, mashed potatoes and Korean fist-sized rice balls. Brunch at GU:UM also includes endless banchan and ssam for a true Korean dining experience. Pair with innovative signature cocktails or exclusive Korean liquors, like South Korea’s first craft gin and the award-winning Ki-One single malt whiskey.
Sentosa Dining Perks
There’s a new lifestyle membership on the scene, and it’s turning heads. Circle by W Singapore – Sentosa Cove allows guests to unlock exclusive dining privileges and rewards across dining, spa and luxury experiences at the hotel. Perfect for frequent diners, Circle offers two membership tiers. Insider Access is free to join and gives you 15 percent off your food and beverage bill across all dining outlets for up to 10 guests, among other perks. Members can upgrade to Premium Access for $400 a year, giving you 30 percent off food and beverage bills from Monday to Thursday and 25 percent off from Friday to Sunday, along with many other benefits.
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