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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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]

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Palate Cleanser

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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]

Dallas Restaurant & Bar @ Boat Quay - Western Favourites With A Local Twist To Celebrate Chinese New Year

Moving away from the typical Chinese New Year delicacies at Chinese restaurants, dive into the western culinary delights with a touch of Asian flavours at Dallas Restaurant & Bar. The enticing festive set menu comes with a selection of starters, mains and desserts in a 2 course ($28++) or 3 course meal ($36++).

Nestled along Boat Quay, the restaurant offers beautiful views of the Singapore cityscape, especially the balcony seats on the third floor where diners can sip on cocktails while enjoying the view.

Lychee Martini 4/5

Their Cocktail Of The Month, Lychee Martini ($12++) is made using the award-winning and super premium Laplandia Vodka from Finland. It has a pleasant fruity sweet taste, with a slight tart finish.

Black Pepper Calamari 4/5

We remembered our fondness for their signature salt & pepper calamari and were no less impressed with their Black Pepper Calamari, served with black pepper and curry leaf dipping sauce on the side. Perfectly soft and chewy, with a slight layer crisp on the outside, the accompanying black pepper sauce adds a subtle savoury sweet flavour to the calamari, without being too peppery.

Wagyu Cheeseburger Spring Rolls 3.8/5

The Wagyu Cheeseburger Spring Roll is our typical spring roll but given an ingenious western twist with flavourful wagyu cheeseburger fillings within the crispy rolls. While I would still enjoy a proper cheeseburger, this inventive combination is an interesting dish worth trying, served with a side of tomato and mustard dipping sauce for a tangy flavour.

Satay Chicken Skewers 4/5

A classic local fare. their Satay Chicken Skewers comes in larger portions, and the meat is much more tender and juicier than the usual satay.

Tom Yum Prawn Linguine 4.2/5

A surprisingly good combination where East meets West, I was blown away by how good the Tom Yum Prawn Linguine was. The linguine was cooked to a delectable consistency and doused in a spicy-sweet Tom Yum sauce. The result is a spicy, fiery and sweet dish that got us wiping the whole plate clean.

Steamed Barramundi with Ginger 3.8/5

The Steamed Barramundi with Ginger features a soft and fork-tender Barramundi over light and fluffy rice, and mixed Asian greens.

Prime Rib Steak 4.2/5

The restaurant's highlight is the Prime Rib Steak (250g), which is served with fries and salad. The thick slab of prime rib is slow-cooked to order and chargrilled, resulting in incredibly juicy and tender meat. You can choose to pair it with their Red Wine Jus, Black Pepper, Smokey BBQ and Wild Mushroom sauce.

Orange and Almond Cake 4/5

End your dining experience on a sweet note with the Orange and Almond Cake. Perfectly spongy and moist, the cake has a light zesty fragrance, great with double cream atop to balance the flavours.

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.


Dallas Restaurant and Bar
31 Boat Quay
Singapore 049820
Tel: +65 6532 2131
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Nearest MRT: Raffles Place (EW Line, NS Line)

Opening Hours:
Daily: 12pm - 1030pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Raffles Place MRT station. Take Exit G. Walk towards the river. Turn left and walk down the river bank. Walk to destination. Journey time about 5 minutes. [Map]

Lawry's The Prime Rib @ Mandarin Gallery - Presents A Magnifique Spread This Festive Season

For this festive season, Lawry's The Prime Ribs at Mandarin Gallery has put together a collection of set course menus for the festive celebrations. The set course menu emphasis top-quality meats and seafood while featuring the restaurant's sublime signatures such as the Signature Roasted USDA Prime Rib of Beef and Broiled Atlantic Lobster Tail.

Ocean Gems Fresh Chilean Scallop 3.5/5

I tried the 6-Course Christmas Eve Set Menu ($168++/$189++) which starts with the Ocean Gems Fresh Chilean Scallop for amuse-bouche. The Chilean scallop is drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and served with baby carrot puree beetroot puree and green pea puree.

Boston Lobster Bisque with Fresh Lobster Claw 3.8/5

Next is the hearty Boston Lobster Bisque with Fresh Lobster Claw, served with chive bits, cream and a drizzle of Grand Marnier. However, I felt that it lacked the robustness of the crustacean flavour.

Foie Gras 4/5, Baby Octopus with Crabmeat Salad 3/5 and Chicken Gyoza 3/5

For the appetiser, we have a trio of small bites. From left to right, we have the baby octopus in Roma tomato puree with crabmeat salad, pan-seared goose foie gras with homemade red wine raisin sauce over bacon-wrapped chicken, and chicken gyoza with homemade spicy sauce.

Signature Roasted USDA Prime Rib of Beef with Turkey Combo 4.5/5

For mains, diners get to have three choices. They can opt for the Signature Roasted USDA Prime Rib of Beef with Turkey Combo, Grilled Kurobuta Pork Collar or Broiled Atlantic Lobster Trio and Wild Salmon Roe.

If you opt for the Signature Roasted USDA Prime Rib of Beef with Turkey Combo, it comes with 100grams roasted beef, 100grams roasted sliced turkey, 100grams smoked turkey ham, US Idaho mashed potatoes, Yorkshire pudding, whipped cream horseradish, chestnut stuffing as well as a choice of creamed corn, creamed spinach or buttered peas. For the doneness of the beef, I would recommend going for rare. I was afraid it will be too raw for my liking, but it turned out this is the perfect doneness to appreciate the tender and beautiful flavour of the prime rib. Not forgetting the soft and fluffy Yorkshire pudding which complements the dish. Do allow it to soak up the delicious and flavourful sauce.

Grilled Kurobuta Pork Collar 4/5

If you are not into beef, you can go for the Grilled Kurobuta Pork Collar. The slab of pork collar is served with US Idaho potato wedges, caramelised onion, and grilled tomato stuffed with creamed spinach.

Broiled Atlantic Lobster Trio and Wild Salmon Roe 4.5/5

Another favourite at Lawry's The Prime Ribs is their Broiled Atlantic Lobster Trio and Wild Salmon Roe. For a change, instead of the meat, these broiled lobsters will delight you with their delicate freshness. Not only one but you get 3 pieces of it. It is served together with US Idaho mashed potato, sauteed vegetables and drawn butter.

For dessert, one can choose between the Sakura Cremeux with Mango-Pear Coulis and Haagen-Dazs Chocolate Ice Cream or Glazed Chocolate Mousse Praline Dome with Haagen-Dazs Vanilla Ice Cream.  Subject to individual preference, the sakura cremeux is light with a little sweetness from the mango-pear coulis while the glazed chocolate mousse praline is pack with the bittersweet chocolate richness. One can order either coffee or tea to go with their dessert.

For the festive set course menu, guests will get a 10% discount if all guests are seated between 5-6pm. On top of that, for every three set course menu ordered, you will receive a bottle of Bolla Prosecco (750ml) or Casillero del Diablo Devil's Brut Sparkling Wine (750ml) for takeaway subject to which set course menu ordered.

Note: This is an invited tasting.


Lawry’s The Prime Rib
Mandarin Gallery
333A Orchard Road
#04-01/31
Singapore 238897
Tel: +65 68363333
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Nearest MRT: Somerset (NS Line)

Opening Hours:
Sun-Thu: 1130am - 10pm
Fri-Sat: 1130am - 1030pm

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]

Jiak (家) @ Joo Chiat Place - Grandma's Recipe Private Dining With Whiskey Pairing

One of the newest kid in the private dining scene is Jiak at Joo Chiat Place. The 3 month's old private dining place is helmed by Chef Anon Foo. Unlike most of the private dinings I have attended which the chefs have a colourful resumes of working in top restaurants, Anon followed and learned from his grandmother at her hawker stall since young. Hence at Jiak, one can look forward to home cooked dishes largely inspired by Anon's grandmother.

Achar 4/5

Before starting our dinner, each of us are given a small serving of homemade Achar.

Signature Foie Gras Ngor Hiang 3/5

Our meal started with the Signature Foie Gras Ngor Hiang. It is an interesting take of the traditional ngor hiang and it taste pretty good. However the foie gras did not stand out in the execution which is a slight disappointment. Some of us also find that it is on the salty side.

Prime Rib Lotus Root Soup 4.2/5

Doubled boiled over charcoal is the Prime Rib Lotus Root Soup. The slow cooked over charcoal has drawn out the essences and sweetness of the ingredients without the used of salt. All of us had another helping as this is really good.

Kong Bak Pau 4/5

The surprise special of the day is the Kong Bak Pau. Sandwiched in between the soft and fluffy bun is the pork belly that has been well infused with the braising sauce.

Herbal Emperor Chicken 3.5/5

Didn't look too photogenic is the Herbal Emperor Chicken as I did not get a shoot before it was dissected at the back of the kitchen before serving. I appreciate the fact that the tender chicken didn't come across too strong in the herbal taste which was pleasing to the palate.

Steamed Cod Fish in Chicken Broth 3,8/5

Next up we are served a whole fillet of Steamed Cod Fish in Chicken Broth. Nothing complicate just allowing the soy sauce to bring out the buttery flavour of the cod fish.

Dry Laksa 4.2/5

For the mains, diner will have a choice of Dry Laksa or Homemade Fish Otah Nasi Lemak. The Dry Laksa comes with 2 huge prawns in a very coconuty sauce. Add a dollop of chilli to spice up the flavour. I only wish that I can get the usual bean sprouts, fish cakes, tao pok and even cockles in my laksa though.

Homemade Fish Otah Nasi Lemak 4.2/5

Personally I prefer the Homemade Fish Otah Nasi Lemak for the fact that it is more substantial. The otah is really good, so good that I have to reconfirm whether it is really homemade as it tastes very similar to a particular brand I like. The plate of fragrant rice even comes with ikan bilis, japanese-style lava egg and sambal chilli.

Green Bean Soup with Coconut 4.5/5

The Green Bean Soup with Coconut wrapped up our meal. Diner has a choice of either hot or cold. I would recommend going for the hot one to appreciate the full flavour as the ice tends to duplicate the richness.

Dining at Jiak is set at $70 nett per pax for 6 dishes plus a special of the day. Whisky pairing is available at $12 to $15 per dram to complement the meal, which has been put together by their in-house whisky connoisseur. If you plan to bring your own wine or whisky, corkage fee applies at $25 and $50 respectively.

Note: This is an invited tasting


Jiak (家)
184B Joo Chiat Place
Singapore 427896
Tel: +65 82842758
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Nearest MRT: Eunos (EW Line), Dakota (CC Line)

Opening Hours:
630pm till late

Direction:
1) Alight at Eunos MRT station. Take Exit B. Walk to Eunos Bus Interchange (Stop ID 82009). Take Bus 150. Alight 2 stops later. Walk down Still Road. At the junction of Still Road and Joo Chiat Place, cross the junction. Turn right onto Joo Chiat Place. Walk to destination. Journey time about 12 mins [Map]

2) Alight at Eunos MRT station. Take Exit A or B. Walk to Bus Stop at Sims Ave (Stop ID 82061). Take Bus 13 or 155. Alight 1 stops later. Walk down Still Road. At the junction of Still Road and Joo Chiat Place, cross the junction. Turn right onto Joo Chiat Place. Walk to destination. Journey time about 12 mins [Map]

3) Alight at Dakota MRT station. Walk to bus stop at Blk 99 Old Airport Road (Stop ID 81181). Take bus 33. Alight 7 stops later. Cross the road. Walk to destination. Journey time about 20 mins. [Map]