Wan Hao Restaurant (萬豪軒) @ Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel

The hairy crab season is back once again. Like previous years, Wan Hao Restaurant (萬豪軒) at Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel has created a delectable selection of hairy crab dishes to showcase the seasonal delicacy.

Starting the dinner is a trio of hairy crab appetisers.On the plate there is Steamed Crab Meat Dumpling, Steam Hairy Crab Xiao Long Bao and Deep Fried Hairy Crab Ball. My favourite among the trio was the steamed hairy crab xiao long bao, biting into it instantly filled with rich and sweetness of the crab.

Hairy Crab Meat & Roe Broth with Bamboo Pith 2.8/5

I was expecting a bowl of rich and robust bowl of Hairy Crab Meat & Roe Broth with Bamboo Pith. However it turned out to be rather bland. Somehow it felt that something is missing as if it lacked a body.

Milk Stir-Fried Hairy Crab Meat with Egg White 3/5

The next dish is Milk Stir-Fried Hairy Crab Meat with Egg White. While I could taste the sweetness of the hairy crab meat, I thought the milk taste was a bit too heavy throwing the balance off.

Baked Whole Hairy Crab with Shao Xin Chinese Wine 4.2/5

The highlight of the night is the seasonal delicacy, Baked Whole Hairy Crab with Shao Xin Chinese Wine. It is not easy to handle this little fellow. Great that I have eaten it before and I roughly know how to dissect them, making my ways to the sweet flesh and the creamy roes.

Wok Fried Rice with Hairy Crab Meat, Fish Roe and Diced Mushroom 4.2/5

Like all Chinese dinner, the second last course is a either a rice or noodle dish. The Wok Fried Rice with Hairy Crab Meat, Fish Roe and Diced Mushroom was really excellent. Each mouthful is filled with the aroma of the fragrant rice with popping surprises of the fish roes.

Coconut Sago with Japanese Sweet Purple Potato 3/5

The last course is the Coconut Sago with Japanese Sweet Purple Potato. I like the concept and the Japanese purple potato paste is really very sweet. My own wish is that I could have more of the soup or broth, it was so little and shallow that it was almost impossible to scoop the dessert up for consumption.

Wan Hao offers 2 Hairy Crab set menus at $98 for six courses and seven courses at $108. Minimum order of 2 pax is required. Marriott Club Member is entitled for flat 20% discount.


Wan Hao Chinese Restaurant (萬豪軒) 
Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel
Level 3
320 Orchard Road
Singapore 238865
Tel: +65 68314605
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Nearest MRT: Orchard (NS Line)

Opening Hours:
Mon-Fri: 12pm - 3pm, 630pm - 1030pm
Sat-Sun & PH: 1130am - 3pm, 630pm - 1030pm

Direction:
Alight at Orchard MRT station. Take Exit A. Walk to destination. Journey time about 5 minutes. [Map]

Long Bar Steakhouse @ Raffles Hotel

Having dine at the various restaurants at Raffles Hotel on numerous occasion, I am kind of ashamed that I did not know that there is a steakhouse at Raffles Hotel. Located just adjacent to the iconic Long Bar that created the Singapore Sling, is Long Bar Steakhouse helmed by the restaurant's steak expert Chef de Cuisine Kenny Chung. Currently Long Bar Steakhouse is having a Tomahawk Special from 5 October to the end of the month.

Chef Kenny Chung has specifically chosen the chosen to use the grain fed tomahawk airflown from Australian for its better marbling over the grass fed counterpart. The on-the-bone ribeye weights 1.7kg and its around 2 inches thick.

Before starting our dinner, we were served some complimentary bread to kick start the dining. Unfortunately I was a bit disappointed that bread is not served warm.

Long Bar Steakhouse Sampler 3.8/5

Next we have a trio of appetiser from the Long Bar Steakhouse Sampler consisting of Seared Scallop, Scottish Smoked Salmon and Dungness Crab Cake. The plump scallop is beautifully seared locking in the sweetness. The saltiness of the smoked salmon is cleverly balanced with the thinly sliced beetroot and greens. The crab cake has a hint of spiciness. However I find the texture a bit too mushy.

Macaroni Zita with Comte Cheese 4/5

Sauteed Broccolini 4/5 and French Fries with Truffle Salt 4/5

To go with the tomahawk, we have a few accompanying sides like Macaroni Zita with Comte Cheese, Sauteed Broccolini and French Fries with Truffle Salt.

Tomahawk 4.8/5

Tomahawk 4.8/5

The highlight of the night has to be the Tomahawk ($265++ for 1.7 kg) that is cooked to medium rare. It is simply seasoned with just salt and pepper with no marination. The beauty pinkish meat is put on the grill for 5 minutes on each side, then it is placed in convention oven before finishing it in a pizza oven to get that exterior crust. The tomahawk is then allowed to rest for about 10 minutes to lock in all the juiciness before before cut and served. Each tomahawk can served up to 2-3 pax. The waiter offered me mustard to go with the meat but I declined as the beef was already so favourful and juicy on it own.

Cheese Cake 4.2/5

Wrapping up the dinner is the Cheese Cake with mixed berries and raspberry sorbet. The smooth and creamy cheese cake ended the night on a perfect night.

The Long Bar Steakhouse Tomahawk Special is only available from now until end of the month. If you enjoy a good piece of steak, you may not want to miss this as it is only available for a limited period.


Long Bar Steakhouse
Raffles Hotel
1 Beach Road
#02-00
Singapore 189673
Tel: +65 64121816
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Nearest MRT: City Hall (EW Line, NS Line),Esplanade (CC Line)

Opening Hours:
Thu-Mon: 6pm - 10pm
(Closed on Tue & Wed)

Direction:
1) Alight at City Hall MRT station. Take Exit A. Cut through Raffles City Shopping Centre. Walk to Bras Basah Road. Cross the road. Walk to destination. Journey time about 5 minutes. [Map]

2) Alight at Esplanade MRT station. Take Exit F. Walk to Beach Road. Cross the road. Walk to destination. Journey time about 3 minutes. [Map]