Showing posts with label Prime Rib. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Prime Rib. Show all posts

Sunday, August 13, 2023

Ureshii @ The Arts House - A Korean-Japanese Fusion Culinary Haven at the Old Parliament House

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Embarking on a culinary journey that defies convention, Ureshii, the brainchild of Chef Jung from Tanoshii, presents a fusion of Korean, Japanese, and European influences. Situated at the venerable Old Parliament House, facing the picturesque Padang, Ureshii beckons with promises of a unique gastronomic adventure. Beyond its captivating dishes, the restaurant's exquisite interior weaves a sense of classic elegance with a hint of enigmatic charm.

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Ureshii Kimchi Salad 4.2/5

Setting sail into our culinary voyage, we indulged in the Ureshii Kimchi Salad ($13), a refreshing starter that marries the zest of kimchi dressing with the sweetness of pear, cherry tomatoes, and capsicum. This delightful overture awakened our taste buds, paving the way for the symphony of flavours that followed.

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Gujeolpan 3/5

The Gujeolpan ($38) was a majestic offering from Joseon court cuisine. Arriving in an octagon box, it showcased a harmonious assembly of nine ingredients, including meat and vegetables. To enjoy, we orchestrated our own wrap, skillfully combining a thinly fried pancake with various ingredients. This dish not only tantalized the palate but also encouraged shared moments at the table.

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Monkfish Fillet Karaage 4/5

A symphony of flavours was furthered with the Monkfish Fillet Karaage ($18), an ideal companion to Ureshii's expansive sake collection and curated wines. The deep-fried Anglerfish from Jeju Island boasted a moist interior and a delicate crunch, beautifully complemented by Ureshii's tartare sauce.

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Yook-hoe 5/5

A stand-out among the dishes was the Yook-hoe ($38). It is a work of art, both visually and gastronomically. The Korean beef tartare, toasted in aromatic sesame oil, danced with the sweetness of pear and the added dimension of a rice cracker. This dish was a true testament to Ureshii's fusion mastery.

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Gochoojang Galbi Kimchi Taco 3.5/5

With the Gochoojang Galbi Kimchi Taco ($18 for 2pc), Ureshii seamlessly merged Mexican and Korean flavours. The generous taco is wrapped with stir-fried short ribs and kimchi, resulting in a bold and robust combination.

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Osaka Okonomiyaki 4.2/5

The Osaka Okonomiyaki ($28) transported us to the streets of Osaka, its savoury pancake showcasing an ensemble of octopus, scallops, shrimp, cabbage, and egg. This dish was a symphony of textures and flavours topped with katsuobushi and a special okonomiyaki sauce.

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Octopus Steak 4.2/5

From the ocean realm, the Octopus Steak ($48) shone with its perfect texture, lightly grilled for a hint of smokiness. Served with truffle mashed potatoes, romesco sauce, chickpeas, and stir-fried kimchi, this dish epitomized Ureshii's fusion philosophy.

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Ureshii Tteok-Galbi 4.5/5

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Gochoojang Galbi Yakiniku 4.5/5

The parade of culinary marvels continued with the Ureshii Tteok-Galbi ($38), featuring prime-grade minced beef ribs marinated in a special soy sauce and grilled to perfection. The Gochoojang Galbi Yakiniku ($38) followed suit, grilling prime-grade ribs with Ureshii's signature gochujang seasoning.

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Ureshii Bibimbap 3.8/5

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Adzuki Bingsoo 4/5

The Ureshii Bibimbap ($28) captured the heart of Korean cuisine with its array of vegetables and beef, served with gochujang sauce. Wrapping up our culinary escapade, we savoured the Adzuki Bingsoo, a delightful treat of shaved ice topped with sweet red beans and chewy mochi.

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Garlic Butter & Cream Cheese Bread 4.5/5

Surprising us all, the Garlic Butter & Cream Cheese Bread emerged as a dessert revelation. This toasted bun, adorned with a luscious blend of garlic butter and cream cheese, was a divine conclusion to a mesmerizing dining experience.

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In essence, Ureshii stands as a testament to culinary ingenuity, weaving a tapestry of diverse influences into a harmonious whole. Beyond its exceptional dishes, the restaurant's timeless ambience is an invitation to explore, and savour flavours that bridge continents and cultures. Ureshii is a celebration of the culinary arts in their truest and most imaginative form, making it a must-visit destination for those seeking an unforgettable fusion feast.

Note: This is an invited tasting.


Ureshii
The Arts House
1 Old Parliament Lane
#01-02
Singapore 179429
Tel: +65 63224054
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Nearest MRT: Raffles Place (EW, NS Line)

Opening Hours:
Tue-Sun: 1150am - 230pm, 6pm - 1030pm (Closed on Mon)

Direction:
1) Alight at Raffles MRT station. Take Exit H. Walk towards the riverbank. Cross the bridge and walk to Empress Place road. Walk down Empress Place road. Walk to destination. Journey time about 8 minutes. [Map]

Thursday, July 13, 2023

Wang Dae Bak Grill @ Holland Piazza - South Korean Barbecue in a Modernized Classic Setting

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Wang Dae Bak Grill at Holland Piazza is the brand's 3rd outlet, offering authentic South Korean barbecue in a modernised classic setting. The menu features fresh gourmet varieties such as US Prime Sirloin, Marinated Prime Ribs and Flower Pork Belly, including sets that cater to different dining group sizes.

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The banchan here was really delicious! Besides the kimchi, I most enjoyed the braised egg and sauteed brinjal. They are refillable too.

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Duroc Pork Belly

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Duroc Pork Collar

For 2 or 3 pax, Buddy Set ($68) would be ideal if you intend to enjoy your meats with other dishes. The set has Marinated Prime Ribs, Duroc Pork Belly/Collar, Flower Pork Belly, and Marinated Chicken. The Pork Collar had a balanced marbling, lending the meat a good amount of flavour as the fats rendered off slowly on the sizzling grill.

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Marinated Prime Ribs

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Marinated Chicken

Both the chicken and prime ribs meat were marinated, but the marination did the chicken more justice than the latter. The chicken thighs were succulent, with flavours elevated by the marination. On the other hand, the tender beef did not deliver the anticipated beefy notes of a prime rib.

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Spicy Seafood Tofu Stew 4/5

Other signature WDB dishes include this Spicy Seafood Tofu Stew with soft wobbly tofu. It was robust and heady with a depth of crustacean flavour from the fresh prawns and clams.

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Kimchi Cheese Rolls 2.5/5

Kimchi and cheese combination sounds enticing, but the execution fell short with the Kimchi Cheese Rolls, which turned out to be a tad greasy. The kimchi and the cheese melded into one saltish tang. A kimchi cheese mandu or dumpling may have been a better alternative.

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Kimchi Fried Rice with Cheese 4/5

Kimchi Fried Rice with Cheese was hearty and flavoursome, with the kimchi bits evenly tossed together with the pearly rice grains. The cheese was absent though. The charred bits formed at the base of the fried rice imparted a tantalising smokey nuance to the overall taste.

Photos and words 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. Note: This is an invited tasting.


Wang Dae Bak Grill
Holland Piazza
3 Lorong Liput
#02-01
Singapore 277725
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Nearest MRT: Holland Village (CC Line)

Opening Hours:
Daily: 1130am - 230pm, 530pm - 1030pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Holland Village MRT station. Take Exit B. Turn left and walk to Lorong Liput. Turn right at Lorong Liput. Walk down Lorong Luput. Walk to destination. Journey time about 3 minutes. [Map]

Saturday, April 29, 2023

Boeuf @ Telok Ayer Street - 2Hr All You Can Eat Free Flow Argentinian Ribeye On Weekends

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Boeuf, located in the Central Business District, is a new steakhouse that offers a variety of aged prime ribs as well as steak with varying marbling scores and beef sourced from around the globe without breaking the bank.

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Bone Marrow 4/5

We started with the Bone Marrow ($18/$30) with toasted bread, perfect for mopping up the creamy, rich-tasting bone marrow.

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Wagyu Tartare 4/5

Next is the Wagyu Tartare ($28). The portion is generous. Using 400+ days grass-fed Australia Wagyu MB5, the raw beef tossed with capers, shallot, and gherkins is packed with lovely flavours. I am told the chef added mayonnaise, giving it a delightful creamy texture.

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Board Minnie 4/5

The Board Minnie ($48) is great for sharing and comes with two kinds of cheese, bresaola and veal rillette. You can also create your own board at $13 each per selection.

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Signature Dry Aged Prime Rib Bone-In 4.5/5

The highlight has to be their Signature Dry Aged Prime Rib Bone-In ($18/100g). It comes bone-in, with a minimum of 1kg of charcoal-grilled beefy goodness. Customers get to pick their own dry-aged option, grilled over charcoal on a lava stone, giving it a good char and infused with a smoky aroma. It is then popped into the oven to lock in the juiciness. There are four different accompanying sauces - Steak Butter ($5), Pepper ($5), Mushroom ($6) and Blue Cheese ($6).

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Potato Gratin 4.5/5

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Kenya Bean 3.5/5

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Hand Cut Fries 4/5

We had some sides to go with the beautiful charcoal-grilled prime ribs. Out of the six items available on the sides menu, we picked the Potato Gratin ($12), Kenya Bean ($9) and Hand Cut Fries ($9). Out of the three sides, the Potato Gratin stood out. The layered potato slices baked in cream and cheese were deliciously flavoured with herbs adding a subtle earthy taste profile. The kenya bean and hand-cut fries were comforting dishes that complemented the steak and frites dining experience.

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Argentinian Ribeye 4/5

Beef lovers will rejoice that Boeuf has a 2-Hour Eat All You Can Free-Flow Argentinian Ribeye promotion for only $48++ on weekends. However, despite free flow, the restaurant did not shy away from offering quality cuts.

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Choco De Coco 4/5

After all the meats, it is good to end the meal on a sweet note. Chocolate lovers will revel in the Choco De Coco ($13) served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. There is even chestnut in the dark chocolate dessert.

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Creme Brulee 4/5

The Cream Brulee ($13) was soft and creamy with a crackling caramelised sugar on top. The contrast provides a wonderful textural experience for a satisfying sweet ending.

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Note: This is an invited tasting.


Boeuf
159 Telok Ayer Street
Singapore 068614
Tel: +65 69701255
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Nearest MRT: Telok Ayer (DT Line), Tanjong Pagar (EW Line)

Opening Hours:
Daily: 12pm - 1030pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Telok Ayer MRT station. Take Exit A. Walk to Telok Ayer Street. Turn left and walk down Telok Ayer Street. Journey time about 5 minutes. [Map]

2) Alight at Tanjong Pagar MRT station. Take Exit G. Turn left and walk down Telok Ayer Street. Walk to destination. Journey time about 6 minutes. [Map]

Thursday, December 23, 2021

Kilo Singapore @ Duxton - Kilo Collective Celebrates Its 10th Anniversary With An Evolved Concept Of Its Flagship

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Kilo Singapore recently opened its doors at Duxton. Its menu is inspired mainly by Latin America's culture, fuelled by an open format natural flame kitchen with a wood-fired grill.

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Japanese Oysters 4/5

For a start, we had Japanese Oysters ($18). Their freshly shucked Japanese oysters are relatively daintier and milder in taste which I prefer. You may top up $5 with your choice of two shooters of Bloody Mary.

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Kilo Seafood Ceviche 3.8/5

Another cold starter we had was Kilo Seafood Ceviche ($34). It features a mixture of chunks of tuna, seabass and red prawn tossed with organic tomatoes cubes that have been cured overnight in a dressing made with fennel, radish, Spanish purple onion, fresh lime juice, and pure extra virgin olive oil. The texture lent by the seafood was good but lacked the punch in its flavours for a more assertive acidity.

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Classic Steak Tartare On Confit Potato 4.2/5

From Mezze, we had Classic Steak Tartare On Confit Potato ($22). The steak tartare is made with Australian wagyu cube roll, which has a marbling of 4 to 5, which gives a luscious mouthfeel. The confit potato had a starchy texture, bound well with the creamy tartare.

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Signature Kilo Squid Ink Rice With Crispy Calamari 4/5

Signature Kilo Squid Ink Rice With Crispy Calamari ($26) is a hearty mezze good for sharing. The rice is specially treated and marinated overnight with a homemade lime-infused glaze with soy and fish sauce. Upon order, the overnight rice is first fried, then stir-fried altogether with squid ink sauce. Perhaps due to the presence of soy sauce, the squid ink rice itself was strongly reminiscent of a typical Chinese style of fried rice. It was tasty as a plate of fried rice but somewhat disconcerting.

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USDA Prime Rib Charcoal 4.2/5

Don't miss out on its selection from the Charcoal Fired Grill for mains. The cuts from the Charcoal Fired Grill segment are served with Kilo Fries and Chargrilled Romaine Lettuce. We had a 350gm of USDA Prime Rib Charcoal. Prime rib has a marbling similar to wagyu, and hence when done skilfully, the charcoal fire grill will get the best out of its fats and juice. Ours didn't disappoint as well.

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72% Dirty Seduction 4.2/5

For sweets, we chose 72% Dirty Seduction ($14). It is assembled with two different mousse textures: Hazelnut mousse made with a 100% pure chocolate mousse consisting of 72% dark chocolate chips and a creamy mousse. I love the contrasting crunchy chocolate crackers seasoned with sea salt and the warm chocolate sauce drizzle, which reinforced that chocolate-ty notes.

Words 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. Note: This is an invited tasting.


Kilo Singapore
97 Duxton Road
Singapore 089541
Tel: +65 96250279
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Nearest MRT: Tanjong Pagar (EW Line)

Opening Hours:
Tue-Fri: 12pm - 230pm, 4pm - 1030pm
Sat: 1130am - 1030pm
Sun:1130am - 5pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Tanjong Pagar MRT station. Take Exit A. Walk to Orchid Hotel. At Orchid Hotel turn right onto Tanjong Pagar Road. Cross the road to the opposite side of Tanjong Pagar Road. Walk along Tanjong Pagar Road to Duxton Hill. Turn left onto Duxton Hill and then turn right on Duxton Road. Journey time about 15 mins. [Map]

Wednesday, February 10, 2021

Lawry’s The Prime Rib Singapore @ Mandarin Gallery - Celebrate Love And Romance This Valentine’s Day With Exclusive 7-Course Menu

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Impress your loved ones with an exceptional dining experience at Lawry’s The Prime Rib, as they have created a magnificent 7-course menu to celebrate the most romantic day of the year. Available only on 14 February 2021 (for dinner at 4pm onwards), it is priced at $189 per pax and includes a special bottle of Piccini Prosecco, with a pronounced aroma of wisteria in bloom and acacia flower, for takeaway with every pair of set menus enjoyed.

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Jumbo Shrimp 3.8/5

We were greeted upon arrival with an amuse-bouche of tender Jumbo Shrimp with a sweet-tangy homemade salsa sauce.

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Japanese Octopus Salad 3.8/5

This is followed by a romantic orchard of Japanese Octopus Salad, which consists of grilled sliced pieces of Japanese octopus, beetroot puree and fresh fruits embedded in a young mesclun salad tossed with extra virgin oil, and drizzled with balsamic reduction.

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Chicken Consommé 4/5

The Chicken Consommé features bacon-wrapped chicken pieces with mushroom cheese fillings in a clear, fragrant Chicken Consommé that is packed full of savoury flavours.

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Caprese Salad with Balsamic Glaze 3.8/5

Next, we had the Caprese Salad with Balsamic Glaze. A sweet fruity combination of sliced peach, tomatoes and sliced mozzarella cheese, drizzled with balsamic reduction and extra virgin olive oil.

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Palate Cleanser

We had the palate cleanser of tangy lime sorbet and limoncello before moving on to the mains.

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Signature Roasted USDA Prime Rib of Beef 4.2/5

For each set menu, diners can choose between the Signature Roasted USDA Prime Rib of Beef or the Goose Foie Gras with Chicken Stew. For the former, it comes in a 150g of signature USDA Prime Rib of Beef that is carved and served with US Idaho mashed potatoes. Yorkshire pudding, whipped cream horseradish and a choice of creamed corn, creamed spinach or buttered peas.

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Goose Foie Gras with Chicken Stew 4/5

An alternative main is the Goose Foie Gras with Chicken Stew, which features a soft and tender pan-seared goose foie gras with a savoury chicken stew, served with poached egg, seasonal vegetables and US Idaho mashed potatoes.

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Strawberry Yuzu Mousse Sweetheart Cake 4.2/5, Red Velvet Valentine's Cake 4/5

Round off the course meal on a sweet note with the Strawberry Yuzu Mousse Sweetheart Cake - a decadent white chocolate strawberry mousse with a soft fruity yuzu coulis, and topped with pink chocolate glaze, or the Red Velvet Valentine's Cake, which is a lovely heart-shaped moist red velvet cake, lightly frosted with cream cheese filling.

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Cupid's Arrow 4/5, Steady on the First Date 4/5

Add on to the evening of romance with an ala carte order of some sexy cocktail. The Cupid's Arrow and Steady on the First Date cocktails have been specially concocted for a real splash to the evening and to have you and your Valentine floating on cloud nine.

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To indulge in a night of resplendent romance, tables are available for booking at 68363333 or reservations@lawrys.com.sg.

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.


Lawry's The Prime Rib Singapore
Mandarin Gallery
333A Orchard Road
#04-01/31
Singapore 238897
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Nearest MRT: Somerset (NS Line)

Opening Hours:
Mon-Wed: 1130am - 10pm
Thu-Sat: 1130am - 1130pm
Sun: 1130am - 12am

Direction: 
1) Alight at Somerset MRT station. Take Exit B. Walk to ground level. Turn left onto Orchard Road. Walk down Orchard Road. Cross the road and walk to destination. Journey time about 5 minutes. [Map]