Paradise Dynasty @ Wisma Atria - Offering Anhui, Cantonese, Fujian, Hunan, Jiangsu, Shandong, Sichuan And Zhejiang Cuisines Under One Roof

After closing the outlet at Ion Orchard, Paradise Dynasty has re-located and moved next door, re-opened at Wisma Atria on 10 January 2019. The latest outlet can sit up to 196 pax with a new and brighter season. Besides the la mian and xiao long bao offerings that have made Paradise Dynasty a household name, the newest outlet offers cuisines from Anhui, Cantonese, Fujian, Hunan, Jiangsu, Shandong, Sichuan and Zhejiang under one roof.

Crispy Yellow Croaker Spring Roll 4/5

A new dish on the menu is the Crispy Yellow Croaker Spring Roll ($9.20/3pcs). Wrapped in the crispy pastry skin is the soft and tender flesh of the yellow croaker. A delightful starter packed with different play of flavours and textures.

Chilled Jellyfish in Soy Sauce Vinaigrette 4/5

Using the head section of the jellyfish for that extra crunch, the Chilled Jellyfish in Soy Sauce Vinaigrette ($12.80) whets up the appetite with its tangy seasoning.

Lettuce Roll with Homemade Sesame Sauce 3.5/5

The Lettuce Roll with Homemade Sesame Sauce ($8.80) may look unassuming but it turned out really delish. The fresh and crunchy lettuce roll is complemented by the excellent homemade sesame sauce that simply brought the ingredient to live.

Stir-fried Fresh Organic Bamboo Shoot with Bacon 3/5

Some bamboo shoot may come across having an acquire taste but I did not taste it from the Stir-fried Fresh Organic Bamboo Shoot with Bacon ($14.80). I also like the idea of the bacon giving the dish a coat of aroma on top of its crunchiness.

Braised Tofu with Crab Roe 3.5/5

Smooth and silky is the Braised Tofu with Crab Roe ($22.80). Unfortunately I could not really taste the robustness of the crab roe in the execution.

Prawn and Pork Dumpling in Hot Chilli Vinaigrette 4.5/5

My all time favourite at Paradise's restaurants is their Prawn and Pork Dumpling in Hot Chilli Vinaigrette ($9.80/6pcs). These parcels wrapped in a silky thin wanton skin are plump and juicy. The highlight is the aromatic hot chilli vinaigrette that elevated the whole enjoyment.

Steamed Glutinous Rice stuffed in Red Date 3/5

Its not all about savoury at Paradise Dynasty, there are sweet takes such as the Steamed Glutinous Rice stuffed in Red Date ($7.80) and Yam Paste Xiao Long Bao ($8.80/6pcs). It is not that the Steamed Glutinous Rice stuffed in Red Date is not good but it is something new to me and it probably needs time for me to accept the unique taste.

Yam Paste Xiao Long Bao 4/5

As for the Yam Paste Xiao Long Bao, the take of stuffing it with the sweet yam paste its an unique take of the traditional Xiao Long Bao giving it a sweet finishing.

La Mian with Yellow Croaker Fish and Preserved Vegetable 2.8/5

I have always enjoyed a good bowl of La Mian from Paradise Group's of restaurants. Undeniable the noodle is top notch. However the soup base of the La Mian with Yellow Croaker Fish and Preserved Vegetable ($16.80) was slightly fishy which was a let down. It is definitely note their usual standard.

Chilled Snow Fungus with Peach Resin 4.2/5

Wrapping up the dinner, I have the refreshing Chilled Snow Fungus with Peach Resin ($8.80). Mentioned in my earlier posts, I have a liking for peach resin recently. Hence this just hits the spot.

Note: This s an invited tasting.


Paradise Dynasty
Wisma Atria
435 Orchard Road
#01-08
Singapore 238877
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Nearest MRT: Orchard (NS Line)

Opening Hours:
Mon-Fri: 11am - 10pm
Sat-Sun & PH: 1030am - 10pm

Direction: 
1) Alight at Orchard MRT station. Take Exit D. Walk to destination. Journey time about 3 minutes. [Map]

Qi - House of Sichuan @ Marina Bay Financial Centre - Hong Kong One Michelin Starred Restaurant Opens In Singapore

I mentioned earlier that the month of May has been an exciting month with many new restaurants opening in Singapore. One of them is Qi - House of Sichuan at Marina Bay Financial Centre. For those not familiar with Qi, it is Hong Kong one Michelin starred restaurant for 2016 to 2018, winning the award for 3 consecutive years.

Bang Bang Chicken in Peanut Sauce 3/5

One must be wondering why the name of the dish is called Bang Bang Chicken in Peanut Sauce ($13). It basically derived from the way the chicken is being tenderised with a stick or hammer striking the kitchen knife. Instead of the usual sesame sauce, Qi's version replaces it with a fragrant peanut sauce. It more like a cold appetiser with pulled chicken and shredded greens. I didn't really know how to appreciate the dish, as the combination tastes rather odd to me and I feel the chicken on the dry side.

Chilli Oil Wontons 4.2/5

I love Chilli Oil Wontons ($12) and this is probably one of the best I have eaten. The golf ball sized wontons are wrapped in a thin and silky wonton skin, floating in a pool of intense and aroma sauce of roasted chilli oil, garlic and vinegar. On top of that, the meat stuffing of the wontons have that melted in the mouth texture, which comes across quite different from those I have eaten. For the sauce, I thought it was too garlicky, which didn't quite strike the right balance for me. I would prefer the vinegar level to be up a notch.

Sugar Glazed Ginger and Scallion Beef 4/5

Sichuan cuisine is not just about spicy food. In fact it encompasses a wide spectrum of flavours such as sweet, aromatic, bitter, sour, peppery and salty. One such dishes on the menu that showcases the the sweet side of Sichuan cuisine is the Sugar Glazed Ginger and Scallion Beef ($25). I am more familiar with poached sliced beef in hot chilli oil but a sweet beef dish is a first for me in Sichuan cuisine. Apparently this is one of Qi's best selling dishes, probably because it is not spicy at all? It is a safe dish I would order among on the spicy dishes. Saying that, the meat is indeed tender and juicy, kind of similar to the sweet and sour pork, with a crispy sugar glazed coat.

Chilli Fried Sri Lanka Crab 4.2/5

Standing towering tall is the Chilli Fried Sri Lanka Crab ($115). Surprisingly I enjoyed this version of cooking the crab using 3-4 types of dried chilli and 6 different spices. Don't be scare by the amount of dried chillis on the plate, it is not as hot as you think. In fact, I thought it brings out the sweetness of the crab meat even more.

Slow Cooked Beef Short Ribs with Mala 4.5/5

Once again, don't be misled by the among of dry chillis on top of the Slow Cooked Beef Short Ribs with Mala ($75), It is not spicy at all. Just avoid biting into the Sichuan peppercorn. In fact it is really delicious and tender soft. This is achieved in marinating the black angus short ribs in black pepper and sea salt overnight. It is then stewed for 2-3 hours and grilled.

Crispy Diced Chongqing Style Chicken with Cashews 3/5

I have to admit I was looking forward to the Crispy Diced Chongqing Style Chicken with Cashews ($38) but it left me disappointed. Usually I get excited when having this dish, the crispiness and spiciness from the diced chicken, will get my tastebuds dancing in delight but I didn't get the same experience here. The execution is decent but it probably lacks the 2 factor I was looking for.

Braised Garoupa Fish Fillet in Chilli Oil Soup 4.2/5

The bowl for the Braised Garoupa Fish Fillet in Chilli Oil Soup ($40/$50) is huge! It comes brimming with dried chilli peppers, garlic and basil. The sliced garoupa swimming in the pool of chilli oil is fresh, firm and bouncy. Unlike the traditional version, the chilli oil soup at Qi is less oily and drinkable.

Vegetarian String Beans 4/5

For some greens to make it a complete meal, you can go for the Vegetarian String Beans ($18). It is cooked to a delightful crunch with a hint of spiciness, it is also not very oily too.

Red Bean Pancake 4/5

Wrapping up the meal, we have the Red Bean Pancake ($9). The paper thin crispy skin is stuffed with sweet red bean paste. A very pleasing dessert to end the dinner after all the spicy food.

I am told that the interior and menu is the same as their restaurant in Hong Kong. What took me by surprise is the lunch set menus starting from $40 for 9 course (minimum 2 pax), I thought it is a steal.

Note: This is an invited tasting.


Qi - House of Sichuan
Marina Bay Financial Centre
Marina Bay Link Mall
Ground Plaza
8A Marina Boulevard
#02-01
Singapore 018984
Tel: +65 66348277
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Nearest MRT: Downtown (DT Line), Marina Bay (NS Line, CC Line)

Opening Hours:
Daily: 1130am - 3pm, 6pm - 10pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Downtown Line MRT station. Take Exit C. Cross the road. Walk to Ground Plaza. Take lift to destination. Journey time about 5 minutes. [Map]

2) Alight at Marina Bay MRT station. Take Exit B. Cross the road. Walk to Ground Plaza. Take lift to destination. Journey time about 5 minutes. [Map]