Cygnet @ QT Singapore - New Set Lunch Menu Led By Newly Appointed Executive Chef Fabrice Mergalet

Cygnet Restaurant at QT Singapore recently launched a new set lunch menu led by newly appointed Executive Chef Fabrice Mergalet. The refreshed menu offers a selection of starters, mains and desserts that reflect the chef’s produce-first approach. Available on weekdays from 11.30am to 2.30pm, the two-course set is priced at $48, while the three-course option is $58.

Milk Bun

The Lunch Set includes a serving of Cygnet’s Signature Milk Bun.

Seafood Platter 4/5

I found the starter selection particularly well curated, with a good mix of lighter and more substantial options. To start, the Seafood Platter was a beautiful showcase of New Zealand Oysters, Prawns and Chipotle Lobster Rolls (minimum two people, +$15pp). The star of the platter was the plump New Zealand oysters, which stood out for their bright taste and very clean finish.

Lobster Rolls

The Lobster Rolls were mini but satisfying, with a chunky filling tucked into buttery brioche.

Steak Frites 4.5/5

For the mains, the Steak Frites (+$10) features a Frimsa grass-fed minute steak. This grass-fed Argentinian beef is prized for its robust, distinctly beefy flavour, and here, its rich flavour was complemented by a peppercorn sauce.

Smashed Wagyu Burger 5/5

The Smashed Wagyu Burger definitely stole the show with its mouthwatering appearance and full-on flavours. Piled between two fluffy brioche buns were robust, juicy double Wagyu patties, topped with slices of pastrami and cheddar. Sauerkraut and diced onions helped to balance the richness.

Lemuel Chocolate Fondant 4/5

For dessert, the Lemuel Chocolate Fondant was a decadent chocolate cake with a slight molten centre, contrasted by pepper-berry salted caramel ice cream and chocolate crumbs for texture. The Tiramisu was an interesting take, served with mascarpone affogato, although I found it slightly too sweet.

Tiramisu 4/5

The restaurant also offers a selection of wholesome sides as add-ons, including Miso Creamed Spinach, Charred Broccolini, Local Mushrooms and House Salad. Other set-menu options include King Crab Tagliatelle and Sea Bream and Chicken Milanese, giving diners a good range of choices for a weekday lunch.

Photos and words by Si An. A homebody who is allured by travelling, loves the feel of freedom, the smell of the rain and the aroma of fine coffee and food.


Cygnet
QT Singapore
35 Robinson Road
Singapore 068876
Tel: +65 6701 6833
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Nearest MRT: Downtown (DT Line), Shenton Way (TE Line), Telok Ayer (DT Line)

Opening Hours:
Tue-Fri: 630am - 1030am, 12pm - 3pm, 530pm - 11pm
Sat: 530pm - 11pm
(Closed on Sun and Mon)

Direction:
1) Alight at the Downtown MRT station. Take Exit E. Turn left and walk down Marina View. Turn right onto Commerce Street. Walk down Commerce Street to the traffic junction of Shenton Way and Tat Street. Cross the road and walk down Tat Street. Walk to the destination. Journey time is about 6 minutes. [Map]

2) Alight at Shenton Way MRT station. Take Exit 6. Cross the road and walk down McCallum Street. Turn right onto Robinson Road. Walk down Robinson Road. Walk to the destination. Journey time is about 6 minutes. [Map]

3) Alight at Telok Ayer MRT station. Take Exit A. Turn right and walk down Cross Street. Turn right onto Robinson Road. Walk down Robinson Road. Walk to the destination. Journey time is about 6 minutes. [Map]

Keming Bing Sat (克茗冰室) @ Tampines 1 - Third Outlet With Outlet's Exclusive Dishes

China’s famous cha chaan teng concept, Keming Bing Sat (克茗冰室), has opened its third Singapore outlet at Tampines 1, following the success of its existing outlets at Plaza Singapura and Funan Mall. The new outlet brings along a lineup of outlet-exclusive creations, alongside some of its popular signatures.

Hong Kong-Style Snack Platter 3.8/5

We started with the Hong Kong-Style Snack Platter ($8.80), which comes with Signature Chee Cheong Fun in Mixed Peanut Sauces, Curry Fish Balls, Sweet Soy Chicken Wings and Thai-Style Shrimp Roll. It’s a great introduction to some of the menu’s snacks, especially if you are dining with a group and want to try a little of everything.

My favourite was the Signature Chee Cheong Fun, which came with a generous coating of the mixed peanut sauces. The soft, silky rice rolls paired particularly well with the nutty, savoury sauce. The curry fish balls had a familiar bouncy texture, while the sweet soy chicken wings brought a more savoury-sweet profile. Overall, it is a pretty satisfying platter to kick-start the meal.

Char Siew Rice $10.90 4/5

The undisputed star is the Char Siew Rice ($10.90), touted as the No. 1 Best-Selling Char Siew Rice in China. The char siew is roasted using a time-honoured technique developed by a Hong Kong roast meat specialist with more than 40 years of experience.

The slices came with beautifully caramelised edges and a good balance of lean meat and fatty portions. I liked that the meat was tender without being overly soft, with a subtle smoky sweetness from the roasting. It is served over fragrant and fluffy Wuchang rice, topped with two soft-fried eggs. Break the yolks and let them run into the rice and char siew for extra richness.

The signature in-house sauce is another key component, made with 23 ingredients, including lemongrass, onions, and pork lard. It brings a savoury, aromatic depth to the rice and helps tie everything together. For a relatively humble-looking bowl of char siew rice, there is actually quite a bit going on in terms of flavour and texture.

Beef Minced Rice with Poached Egg 4/5

One of the new outlet-exclusive creations at Tampines 1 is the Minced Beef Rice with Poached Egg ($10.90). At first glance, this may not look like the most exciting dish, but it packs more flavour than it looks.

Despite being called minced beef, the beef retains a slightly resistant bite rather than being minced into an overly fine or mushy texture. The savoury beef sits on fragrant rice and is topped with a poached egg. Once you break the yolk, its creamy richness coats the beef and rice, bringing everything together into a comforting, satisfying spoonful. Simple, but surprisingly enjoyable.

Little Bear Iced Lemon Tea 4/5

Trio Happiness Hong Kong Milk Tea 4/5

The Little Bear Iced Lemon Tea ($4.90) was refreshing without losing the underlying tea flavour, making it a good option to cut through the richer dishes. The Trio Happiness Hong Kong Milk Tea ($5.90) takes things up a notch, combining fresh milk, brown sugar pearls, honeycomb caramel crunch and salted cheese foam. You get a mix of creamy, sweet and slightly savoury notes, with the caramel crunch adding some texture to each sip.

Happiness Lava Egg Waffles 3.8/5

To end the meal, we had the Happiness Lava Egg Waffles ($6.90 for 4 pcs). These golden waffles put a playful spin on the familiar Hong Kong street snack, with each crispy-edged bubble filled with creamy cheese. The soft, eggy waffle batter provides a slightly sweet base, while the molten cheese filling adds a savoury, umami kick. Best enjoyed while warm.

With its third outlet now at Tampines 1, Keming Bing Sat offers a casual cha chaan teng experience, mixing familiar Hong Kong favourites with new creations exclusive to the outlet. The Char Siew Rice remains the standout for me, while the Minced Beef Rice and Happiness Lava Egg Waffles are worth trying if you want something different.

Note: This is an invited tasting.


Keming Bing Sat (克茗冰室)
Tampines One
10 Tampines Central 1
#02-14/K6/K7
Singapore 519536
Tel: +65 8067 4489
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Nearest MRT: Tampines (DT, EW Line)

Opening Hours:
Daily: 10am - 10pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Tampines MRT Station. Take Exit B. Walk to the destination. Journey time is about 3 minutes. [Map]