SE7ENTH @ Oakwood Premier AMTD Singapore - Launches Refreshed A La Carte Brunch With Latest Creation Of Croiffle, A Croissant-waffle Hybrid

Located within Oakwood Premier AMTD Singapore on the 7th floor is an all-day dining restaurant - SE7ENTH offering staycation breakfast for the luxury serviced apartment, business lunch meetings or a relaxing dinner. SE7ENTH has recently launched an array of refreshed brunch fares, including Chef Gary Lim's latest creation - the Croiffle, a croissant-waffle hybrid. Enhance your dining experience with a view of the hotel's infinity pool by dining al fresco at the Oakwood Executive Club.

Croiffle with Scrambled Egg and Mushroom Cream Sauce 4.2/5

The new brunch menu's highlight is the Croiffle, which features a cross hybrid between croissant and waffle. It is made by heating the croissant pastry in the waffle iron for an exterior crisp while the inside is fluffy. You can choose to pair it with smoked salmon, tuna mayo and turkey ham ($17) or with Scrambled Egg and Mushroom Cream Sauce ($17) on the menu. We opt for the latter, which is served with a side of soft fluffy scrambled eggs drizzled with an earthy and creamy mushroom sauce.

Brioche French Toast with Ricotta and Mixed Berries 3.8/5

For those with a sweet tooth, opt for the Brioche French Toast with Ricotta and Mixed Berries ($17). Complementing the soft toast slices are a smearing of ricotta, mixed berries and ample maple syrup to douse the french toast.

Brioche Prawn Rolls with Greens and Fries 4/5

Brioche Prawn Rolls with Greens and Fries ($17) features mayo-coated juicy chunks of prawn meat sandwiched between soft and fluffy brioche buns. It is served with crispy and fluffy fries and a side of greens.

Stir-Fried Seafood Carrot Cake 4/5

While most of the brunch dishes are western-inspired, there is also an Asian dish - Stir-Fried Seafood Carrot Cake ($17). The chef uses premium ingredients, like prawns and squid, to complement the thick, chewy cubes of carrot cake.

Photos and words by Crystal. A girl who likes to eat, photograph, and write about food, and dreams about travelling around the world one day. Note: This is an invited tasting.


SE7ENTH
OUE Downtown 1
Oakwood Premier AMTD Singapore
6 Shenton Way
Level 7
Singapore 068809
Tel: +65 68126050
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Nearest MRT: Tanjong Pagar (EW Line)

Opening Hours:
Daily: 630am - 10pm

Direction: 
1) Alight at Tanjong Pagar MRT station. Take Exit B. Walk to traffic light junction. Cross the traffic light to Maxwell Road. Turn right and walk towards Shenton Way. Walk to destination. Journey time about 5 minutes. [Map]

L'Espresso @ Goodwood Park Hotel - Honouring Legacy and Tradition With A Classic English Afternoon Tea

Available for dine-in from now till 10 August, Goodwood Park Hotel celebrates its 120 years of rich history with their classic English Afternoon Tea at L'Espresso. They have also introduced their new Legacy Blend 120, a commemorative tea created in collaboration with TWG Tea that is inspired by the iconic landmark's German heritage.

 

Pamper yourself with a relaxing dining experience and savour a specially curated repertoire of English afternoon tea delights served to the table upon order. We had the dainty finger sandwiches such as the Roast Beef & Gerkin, Cucumber & Cream Cheese, Smoked Salmon & Horseradish Cream, and Egg Mayonnaise with Watercress.

 

The open-faced sandwiches offer classic combinations such as the Coronation Chicken with Mango Chutney & Almonds, Sea Shrimp with Marie Rose Sauce & Smashed Avocado, and Crabmeat Salad with Roasted Corn Puree.

 

Indulge in buttery croissants filled with ham & english cheddar cheese or the Tuna Salad with English Cucumber as well.

 

Delectable hot savouries include a hearty Traditional Irish Beef & Guinness Stew, as well as the Mini Pork Shepherd's Pie with Cheese Crust. The Traditional Irish Beef & Guinness Stew is rich and savoury. Paired with freshly baked Bread Roll for a satisfying dish.

 

Not to be missed out is their freshly baked scones, served with traditional Devonshire clotted cream, strawberry jam and butter.

 

Lastly, round up the meal with a lovely assortment of pastries, cheese and sliced fruits. They also have a variety of classic British sweet treats such as the Sticky Date Pudding, Treacle Tartlet, Nougatine Chocolate Cake, Frosted Salted Caramel Nut Slice, the Strawberry & Cream Triffle and Sherry Triffle in Jelly Cup.

 

Classic English Afternoon Tea

Date: 19 Jun to 10 Aug 2020
Pricing inclusive of 2 servings of coffee or tea: 

Mon-Thu: $45++ per adult, $27++ per child (6 to 11 years old)

Fri-Sun, Eve of PH and PH: $48++ per adult, $28.80++ per child (6 to 11 years old)
Pricing inclusive of a glass of Taittinger Brut Reserve NV champagne and 2 servings of coffee or tea: 

Mon-Thu: $68++ per adult

Fri-Sun, Eve of PH and PH: $72++ per adult

Photos and words by Crystal. A girl who likes to eat, photograph, and write about food, and dreams about travelling around the world one day. Note: This is an invited tasting.


L'Espresso
Goodwood Park Hotel
22 Scotts Road
Singapore 228221
Tel: +65 67301746
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Nearest MRT: Orchard (NS Line)

Opening Hours:
Mon-Fri: 2pm - 530pm
Sat-Sun & PH: 12 - 230pm, 3pm - 530pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Orchard MRT station. Take Exit A. Walk down Scotts Road to destination. Journey time about 12 minutes. [Map]

Fleur De Sel Le Restaurant @ Tras Street - Bringing Fine French Cuisine To The Comfort Of Your Home

Fleur De Sel Le Restaurant is a French restaurant located at the heart of Singapore's Central Business District along Tras Street. I am actually quite surprise the restaurant has been under my radar all these years. If it is a new restaurant I could have understand but it has been around since 2013. If not for the pandemic with the restaurant joining the food delivery bandwagon, I probably would not have known the restaurant opened by Chef/Owner Alexandre Lozachemeur.

Lobster Bisque

Beef Cheek Bourguignon

Who says you can't have fine French cuisine at the comfort of your home? Starting with some soups, we have the Lobster Bisque and Beef Cheek Bourguignon. We also got some bread to go along with the soups. The soups were legit, packed with depth and flavours. 

Crab & Prawn Citrus Salad 

Light and yet refreshing is the Crab & Prawn Citrus Salad, paired with avocado and coriander vinaigrette. 

Chicken Thigh Basquaise with Tomato & Stewed  Capsicums

Moving to the mains, we have a whole Chicken Thigh Basquaise with Tomato & Stewed Capsicums, that has been cooked to tender and soaking up the delicious sauce.

Seared Hokkaido Scallops

Another beautiful dish on the menu is the Seared Hokkaido Scallops paired with braised leek and 

black truffle chicken sauce. Besides the plump scallop, what delighted me is the braised leek that complemented the dish excellently.

Beef Tongue with Tomato Sauce, Gherkins and Potato

Beef Tongue maybe acquire for some but as long as you can overcome psychological block, you will appreciate the fork tender piece of meat cooked in tomato sauce. I like the addition of gherkins which help to freshen up the palate from the richness. 

Seabass in Papillote with Zucchini, Tomato, Lemon and Thyme

For the Seabass in Papillote, you just need to heat up and you are ready to dine. The seabass was really moist, complemented by zucchini, tomato, lemon and thyme, elevating the whole taste as well as presentation.

Tiramisu

For dessert, I have the Tiramisu. I like the way it is done, light and not overly sweeten with the distinct espresso coming through from each mouthful. 

Lemon and Meringue Tart

If you like something sweet and sour, you will definitely enjoy the Lemon and Meringue Tart. It is definitely one of the best I have eaten for a long time.

Breakfast Basket

Not to be missed is the Breakfast Basket from Fleur De Sel with their freshly bakes. The breakfast basket consists of 2 croissants, 2 Almond Croissants, 2 Pain Au Chocolat, 2 Pain Au Raisin with 3 mini jams and butter.

Fleur De Sel Le Restaurant 

64 Tras Street

Singapore 079003

Tel: +65 62226861

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Nearest MRT: Tanjong Pagar (EW Line)

Opening Hours:

Mon-Fri: 12pm - 2pm, 630pm - 10pm

Sat: 630pm - 10pm

(Closed on Sun)

Direction:

1) Alight at Tanjong Pagar MRT station. Take Exit A. Walk to Tras Street. Turn right onto Tras Street. Walk to destination. Journey time about 5 minutes. [Map]

Bacha Coffee @ ION Orchard - Features Over 200 Types Of Coffee Around The World

First established in Marrakech in 1910, Bacha Coffee has set up its first coffee room and boutique outside of Marrakech at ION Orchard. Features over 200 single-origin coffees, fine flavoured coffees and fine blended coffees, the Arabica coffee beans are sourced from Africa, the Arabian Peninsula, Central and South America, the Caribbean, Asia and beyond, gathered and hand-roasted in Singapore. The interior is quite opulent, and I learnt Bacha at ION inherits the grandeur of Bacha Coffee's first coffee room in the Dar el Bacha Palace, where it still remains till date.

While you can select your choice of coffee according to their flavour profiles stated in the list, feel free to turn to any of the coffee masters for suggestions! All 200 of the Bacha coffees are served either hot or iced poured from gooseneck Bacha coffee pots, and you get to vary each cup of your coffee with its signature Bacha Coffee whipped cream, steamed milk, raw sugar and cracked vanilla bean.

From Single Origin Coffees, Fine Blended Coffees and Fine Flavoured Coffee, we tried Ethiopia - Sidamo Mountain Coffee ($9/pot), Saigon Morning Coffee ($9/pot) and 1910 Coffee ($9/pot) respectively. Each pot of coffee speaks true to its descriptions, especially for 1910 Coffee, which carries notes of strawberries and cream that lingers on the tongue even long after the cup returns to the table. It was quite a revelation to be able to 'read' coffee in such a manner, as I managed to do it once in Perth at a small cafe.

Coffee with cracked vanilla bean

Surprise, surprise. The coffee that I will return for is Kahwa! Kahwa! Decaffeinated Coffee ($9/pot) from the list of Fine Decaffeinated Coffees. Naturally C0₂ decaffeinated, decaffeinated coffee has never tasted so good. Instead of dulling the tastebuds, which I feel most coffees do, this seemed to have the ability to open up my senses even more.

Croissants 3.8/5

The menu is designed to enhance the coffee drinking experience, offerings include signature croissants with an array of sweet or savoury fillings, pastries, salads and mains. After trying a few of their pastries and dishes offered on their menu, I find the croissants ($8 for 2) are still the best accompaniments to my coffee. The simple formula of butter and coffee just seems so right.

Orange Almond Croissant

Nothing beats Butter Croissant, which you can fully appreciate the lovely aroma of the butter and the airiness of the croissant. The middle portion is where the dough has fully bloomed, with a crisp layer wrapping around it. I couldn't help but to tear it with my fingers and savour it. I like the size of it because compared to a larger one, you get four edges to munch on! As for the flavoured ones, you can't go wrong with the citrusy Orange Almond and Lemon. The tart Raspberry and Cinnamon will have been better if it isn't so sweet. 1910 Coffee and Chocolate sounds promising, but the chocolate filling wasn't to my liking. Pistachio disappoints with its flavourless filling.

Comte Cheese Croissant

Comte Cheese Croissant ($18) was voted one of the favourites too. It was loaded with warm, melted sharp cheese. Its dainty size comes in handy, as it may be too rich if it's any inch bigger.

Cucumber Tzatziki 2.8/5

On the menu, there are also Salads and Mains. Cucumber Tzatziki ($20) comes with caramelised watermelon and shredded cucumbers. Refreshing but it lacks some warm elements such as nuts or nutty dressings to balance the fresh ingredients.

Barramundi Tajine 4/5

For mains, Barramundi Tajine ($26) was wholesome and hearty with chunks of vegetables, with the Barramundi moist and tender. The broth was robust with seafood flavours, zesty and uplifting with spices.

Moroccan Pastilla 3.5/5

Traditionally made with pigeon, the Moroccan Pastilla ($24) here is made with chicken. Although I have never tried the original version before, this to me was delicious, especially when the filo crust was pleasingly thin and crisp. Again, I love the spices used in the filling, which add tons of flavours to the filling without being overpowering.

Strawberry Soup with Vanilla Ice Cream 3/5

We had a plated dessert as well - Strawberry Soup with Vanilla Ice Cream ($12), alongside with other pastries - Chocolate, Cocoa Bean Cake ($8), Tiramisu ($12) and Pandan Cheesecake ($9). The Strawberry soup was light and not cloyingly sweet. I like the density of the Chocolate and Cocoa Bean Cake, but it lacks richness. The Tiramisu is a child-friendly version, while the latter isn't worth the calories I would say.

Overall, I'm pretty impressed by the standard of coffee at Bacha, where each cup of coffee, served black, is distinctively different from one another. Bacha Coffee’s retail selection includes loose beans as well as coffees and single-serve coffee bags. Loose beans can be purchased by weight and ground to your specifications.

Written and photography by Si An. A girl who is allured by travelling, loves the feel of freedom, smell of the rain and the aroma of fine coffee and food.


Bacha Coffee
ION Orchard
2 Orchard Turn
#01-15/16
Singapore 238801
Tel: +65 63631910
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Nearest MRT: Orchard (NS Line)

Opening Hours:
Daily: 10am - 10pm

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

Alley On 25 @ Andaz Singapore - Puts A Local Twist On The Classic Afternoon Tea

Alley on 25 at Andaz Singapore launches a locally inspired, picnic themed afternoon tea set perfect for a leisurely weekday afternoon. Available from Monday to Friday, 3pm to 5pm, and priced at just $38++ per pax for the Andaz Afternoon Tea Picnic, diners can experience the joys of picnicking with a selection of sweet and savoury treats packed in a whimsical picnic basket, all while taking in the gorgeous Singapore skyline views on the 25th floor.

We were amazed by the huge picnic basket brought to our table, which was then opened to reveal two tiffin carriers filled with sweet and savoury flavours like the Smoked Salmon Tartine, Hummus, Impossible Cheese Balls, Lemon Chia Seed Tea Cakes and Fresh Strawberries.

Some of my favourites from the savoury selection include the crispy crab cake, prawn kueh pie tee, and lobster croissant. I enjoyed the crispy pastry tart shell filled with a flavourful mixture of thinly sliced vegetables and prawns, topped with a spicy tinge, while the lobster croissant boasts a buttery, flaky exterior stuffed with a generous serving of fresh crab meat.

Not forgetting the array of sweets which include the lemon chia seed tea cake, isaphan shooters, and Valrhona chocolate bonbon. Slather the scones in fresh cream and strawberry jam for the classic British-style afternoon tea, or have your fill of locally inspired desserts such as the Kueh Lapis and mini pandan chiffon cakes.

The Andaz chiffon cake is an existing signature of the restaurant. A reinvention of the classic Pandan cake, Andaz's rendition features a vibrant, glossy green glazed cake layered with fragrant pandan flavoured mousse.

Besides the locally inspired delights, guests may conclude their afternoon tea with a choice of chocolate or vanilla soft serve.

To complete the indulgent experience, guests may top up $40 per pax to enjoy free flow wines, beer and prosecco. For an extra special treat, a bottle of Delamotte Brut will be going at a special price of $88 (UP $110) and Ruinart Rose at $138 (UP $165) during afternoon tea.

For enquiries or reservations, please visit andanzsingapore.com or call +65 6408 1288.

Photos and words by Crystal. A girl who likes to eat, photograph, and write about food, and dreams about travelling around the world one day. Note: This is an invited tasting.


Alley on 25
Andaz Singapore
Level 25
5 Fraser Street
Singapore 189354
Tel: +65 64081288
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Nearest MRT: Bugis (DT Line, EW Line)

Opening Hours:
Breakfast:
Mon-Fri: 630am - 1030am
Sat-Sun: 7pm - 11pm

Lunch:
Daily: 12pm - 230pm

All-day Dining:
Daily: 230pm -6pm

Dinner:
Daily: 6pm - 8pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Bugis MRT station. Take Exit F. Walk to destination. Journey time about 5 minutes. [Map]

Dal.komm Coffee @ Funan Mall - Unveils Its Fourth Outlet With New Menu Of Exclusive Offerings

Popular Korean coffee chain, Dal.komm Coffee launched its latest outlet at the newly opened Funan Mall, Singapore’s newest lifestyle and creative hub. To celebrate the outlet opening, there will be two exclusive outlet beverages, as well as new menu items, including a delectable selection of savoury bites.

Matcha Red Bean Latte 4/5

The Funan outlet features two exclusive outlet drinks, which highlights a special ingredient - Korean red beans or ‘pat', which represents luck and prosperity in Korean culture. We had the Matcha Red Bean Latte ($8.90), which pairs sweet Korean red bean paste with the slightly-bitter premium green tea in an unequalled classic combination.

Matcha Coffee Cube 4/5

Besides the celebratory red bean treats, the outlet also presents highly-anticipated additions to its beverage menu with the popular Matcha Cube series. A uniquely dal.komm creation, the Matcha Coffee Cube ($8.90). It combines the coffee-flavoured cubes which gradually melt into the creamy and milky green tea concoction below, adding to the beautiful intense bittersweetness, while keeping the beverage ice-cold and flavourful.

Diners can expect a variety of other enticing drink options such as the Matcha Chocolate Mint Latte ($8 regular/ $8.50 large), the Matcha Chocolate Mixture ($8 regular/ $8.50 large) as well as the refreshing and fruity carbonated beverages, Grapefruit Ade, Strawberry Lemon Ade, and Yuzu Citron Ade ($7.50 each).

Breaded Dory Cruffin 3.5/5

dal.komm will be padding up its menu with more delicious treats that are great for dining-in, or for a quick meal on-the-go. We had the Breaded Dory Cruffin ($10.90) which comprises a crispy baked dory fish. The fish is drizzled with sweet bulgogi sauce sandwiched in between flaky, buttery golden brown cruffin buns, and served with fresh greens.

Signature Crab Ebiko Croissant 3.8/5

The Signature Crab Ebiko Croissant ($9.90) features a flaky, buttery croissant filled with generous amounts of crab stick and ebiko, cloaked in luscious mayonnaise, and served with fresh greens.

Other exclusive meal items include the fiery Signature Ssamjang Chicken Cruffin ($10.90), and Ssamjang Chicken Pizza ($12.90), as well as the Ham and Cheese Croissant ($5.90), and hearty sandwiches (from $4.90).

Come August 2019, patrons will have the opportunity to experience Creative Technology’s newest Super X-Fi (SXFI) audio products at the dal.komm Funan outlet as part of a collaboration between dal.komm Coffee Singapore and the digital entertainment company, known for their cutting-edge audio technology.

Photos and words by Crystal. A girl who likes to eat, photograph, and write about food and dreams about travelling around the world one day. Note: This is an invited tasting.


Dal.komm Coffee
107 North Bridge Road
#03-17
Singapore 179105
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Nearest MRT: City Hall (EW Line, NS Line)

Opening Hours:
Daily: 930am - 930pm

Direction:
1) Alight at City Hall MRT station. Take Exit D. Turn left and walk down North Bridge Road. Cross the road at the junction of North Bridge Road and Coleman Street. Walk to destination. Journey time about 5 minutes. [Map]