Forest (森) @ Resort World Sentosa

The contemporary Chinese fine dining restaurant, Forest (森) at Equarius Hotel, Resort World Sentosa is introducing a brand new Sunday lunch concept. Showcasing Chef Sam Leong's interpretation of Chinese classics with a modern twist in a 8 course feast at a reasonable price of $68++. The Sunday lunch menu is also changed monthly to feature Chef Sam Leong's signature dishes in a single seating.

Baby Abalone 4/5 Crispy Duck with Yam 4.5/5

We were given a glimpse of the Sunday lunch menu starting with a duo platter. The Baby Abalone was cooked to a nice tender and dressed with a sharp Ma La sauce balanced with the refreshing shredded cucumber and carrot. The Wok Fried Crispy Duck pressed confit with Yam served with Mushroom Sauce remembered me of the classic braised duck with yam dish. Chef Leong's rendition has given it a more texture enjoyment.

Wagyu Beef Cheek 4/5

Rubbed with cumin powder, the Wagyu Beef Cheek was slow cooked to fork tender and served with in a black truffle sauce.

Steamed Salmon 5/5

Being a Teochew I like my steamed fish. Chef Sam Leong's Steamed Salmon with Ginger Flower, Lemon and Kaffir Lime Leaves won my palate. Chef Sam Leong has taken the classic Teochew steamed fish to a whole new level with the familiar flavours that is close to my heart. The sourness broth with the pinkish salmon was a perfect marriage.

Braised Flat Rice Noodle 4.2/5 Wok Fried Japanese Pearl Rice 4/5

The Braised Flat Rice Noodle with prawns in black bean sauce and Wok Fried Japanese Pearl Rice with squid ink in XO chilli sauce accompanied with seared Hokkaido scallop. The 2 dishes are another showcase of Chef Sam Leong's culinary skill in giving the classic hor fun and fried rice a modern interpretation.

Call it a Sunday lunch menu but it felt more like a Chinese fine dining degustation menu with 8 course. There are a total of 6 appetisers, 3 mains and a dessert reflecting Chef Sam Leong's interpretation of Chinese classics with a modern twist.


Forest (森)
Equarius Hotel
Resort World Sentosa
8 Sentosa Gateway, Sentosa Island
Tel: +65 65776688
Website: http://www.rwsentosa.com/language/id-ID/Homepage/Restaurants/Forest
Nearest MRT: Harbour Front (CC Line, NE Line)

Opening Hours:
Lunch: 12pm - 230pm
Lunch Sunday: 12pm - 3pm
Dinner: 6pm - 1030pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Harbour Front MRT station. Exit station to Vivocity Shopping Mall. Go to Sentosa Express Station at Level 3 of Vivocity. Take Sentosa Express Train to Waterfront station. Alight at Waterfront station and walk to Crockfords Tower lobby, Resort World Sentosa. Wait for the shuttle bus to Equarius Hotel. Journey time about 25 mins. [Map] 

2) Alight at Harbour Front MRT station. Exit station to Vivocity Shopping Mall. Go to Sentosa Express Station at Level 3 of Vivocity. Take Sentosa Express Train to Imbiah station. Alight at Imbiah station and walk to Crockfords Tower lobby, Resort World Sentosa. Wait for the shuttle bus to Equarius Hotel. Journey time about 25 mins. [Map]

Hatter Street Bakehouse & Cafe @ Kovan

Hatter Street Bakehouse and Cafe is a new cafe that has opened in the heartland of Kovan/Hougang. I am glad that this little gem has opened in my hood. The Alice in wonderland inspired cosy cafe is opened by chef-owner Yvette Chua. Yvette graduated from the Culinary Institute of Amercia and trained at 3 Michelin starred Bo Innovation in Hong Kong. For those familiar with Kovan, it is located just a shop away from Nahkon Kitchen.

The cafe is magically decorated in a wonderland theme with a one side of the wall featuring the menu while the other side showcasing a collection of cute stuff.

Alice 3.5/5

We took quite a while in deciding what to order as all the cakes looked very yummy. In the end we settled on Alice ($6.80). The chocolate was decent but the richness I have tired. I also felt that the price is a bit expensive for the size I am paying.

Gula Melaka Waffle with Pandan Ice Cream 4.5/5

The Whoaffles ($8.90) at Hatter Street comes in three flavours. Did a quick search online and it seems like the Gula Melaka Waffle with Pandan Ice Cream is the most popular among the patrons. Can't agreed more with the choice after trying the waffle infused with Asian flavours. Substituting maple syrup or honey with gula melaka introduced a new whole enjoyment of appreciating the crisp and fluffy waffle. The homemade pandan ice cream was creamy, smooth and flavourful, complementing the whole experience. We love the pandan ice cream so much that we order another additional scoop.

Fans of Hatter Street who has been following their facebook will know that the chef periodically has interesting and unique creations in her cakes and macrons. During my visit I wanted to try their burgerons, a creation whereby the macaron is made to look like a mini handburger but I was not in luck. I am not disappointed as it gives me a reason to come back again.


Hatter Street Bakehouse & Cafe
Blk 212 Hougang Street 21
#01-333
Singapore 530212
Tel: +65 69884591
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HatterStreet#!/HatterStreet
Website: http://www.hatterstreet.com/
Nearest MRT: Kovan (NE Line)

Opening Hours:
Tue-Sun: 1pm - 10pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Kovan MRT station. Take Exit C. Cut through Heartland Mall walk towards Kovan hawker centre. Continue straight and walk towards Macdonald at Hougang Street 21. At Macdonal, turn left and continue straight. Walk to destination. Journey time about 5 minutes. [Map]