Racines at Sofitel Singapore City Centre unveils a brand-new menu, “Home: Flavours from the Heart”, introducing Straits heritage cuisine inspired by memory, migration, and home kitchens. Racines’ Asian repertoire has long been established, and this latest chapter builds on that foundation with more than 20 Asian and Straits-inspired dishes.
Tahu Telur 4/5
We started with two appetisers. Tahu Telur ($18) is a classic Indonesian-style tofu omelette featuring fried tofu and egg, skilfully formed into a cylindrical shape, crisp on the outside with a soft, tender core. Topped with shredded cucumber and turnips for a refreshing contrast, the rich, robust peanut sauce complemented the dish without overwhelming it.
Penang Fruit Rojak 4.5/5
The Penang Fruit Rojak ($20) combines crunchy jicama, cucumber and pineapple with crispy dough fritters, crispy cuttlefish and peanuts. The dough fritters were satisfyingly chunky, with a good amount of crunch, and everything was evenly coated in a well-balanced Penang-style shrimp dressing. I would have loved a little more ginger flower to further elevate the dish’s distinctive floral fragrance.
Nyonya Assam Curry Snapper 4.8/5
For mains, the Nyonya Assam Curry Snapper ($38) stood out as one of the signature dishes. Featuring fried snapper served in a tangy tamarind-based assam curry, it comes accompanied by okra, eggplant and beancurd puffs. The restaurant prepares its assam paste from scratch, resulting in a robust and moreish curry that left a strong impression. Crispy rice-paper “scales” added texture to the fish, though even without them, the snapper was expertly fried with a crisped exterior while retaining its tender, moist flesh.
Sweet & Sour Pork 4/5
The Sweet & Sour Pork ($38) was a crowd-pleaser. The pork morsels were tender, with a good balance of fat and lean, while the batter coating remained light and not overly thick. The sauce was delectable without being excessively sweet.
Singapore Style Hokkien Mee 5/5
Singapore Style Hokkien Mee ($28) remains a mainstay on the menu and is truly delicious. Yellow noodles and rice vermicelli bathed in a full-bodied prawn and pork broth delivered impressive depth of flavour. Brimming with roasted pork, tiger prawns and squid, every bite was mouth-filling and satisfying, with a gentle hint of wok hei. A squeeze of calamansi and a dollop of sambal belacan further amplified the flavours.
Wok-Fried Beef Hor Fun 3.5/5
On the other hand, I found the gravy in the Wok-Fried Beef Hor Fun ($28) slightly too heavily seasoned and rich for my preference. That said, the wok hei was impressive, and the beef slices were pleasingly tender.
Pandan Coconut Jelly 4/5, Cempedak Creme Brulee 3/5
For dessert, we had the Cempedak Creme Brulee and Pandan Coconut Jelly. While the creme brulee offered a delightful fusion of French technique and local flavours, I preferred the pandan coconut jelly for its lightness and refreshing finish, making it a more fitting conclusion to the meal.
To celebrate the launch of HOME: Flavours from the Heart, you can explore the new Straits-inspired repertoire through both the à la carte menu and the Feast of the Straits dinner buffet, with attractive promotions available for Accor Plus members and selected credit card holders.
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.
Racines
Sofitel Singapore City Centre
Level 5
9 Wallich Street
Singapore 078885
Tel: +65 64285000
Website
Nearest MRT: Tanjong Pagar (EW Line)
Opening Hours:
Daily: 7am - 1030am, 12pm - 3pm, 530pm - 10pm
Direction:
1) Alight at Tanjong Pagar MRT station. Take Exit A. Turn right on Peck Seah Street. Walk to the destination. Journey time is about 3 minutes. [Map]
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