10 at Claymore @ Pan Pacific Orchard Hotel - Pearl of Orient Penang Fiesta

For the month of April and May 2016, 10 at Claymore, Pan Pacific Orchard Hotel will be bringing to you the Pearl of Orient Penang Fiesta. Executive Chef Andy Oh, a Penang boy himself will be serving an ensemble of dishes which the Malaysian town is famous for.

Besides the Penang feast, the restaurant has also put together some timeless favourite beverages such as the Milo XL, Bandung and Calamansi Juice at $6 nett each.

XO Popiah 3/5

The spread at the buffet line is quite extensive. I started with some light bite in the XO Popiah. An interesting twist to the normal roll but I thought the XO sauce was a bit heavy throwing the balance off.

Penang Rojak 4/5

The light and refreshing Penang Rojak tossed in a savoury prawn paste is a delightful starter to whet up the appetite.

Penang Prawn Noodle 4/5

Moving on to the noodle section, I tried the Penang Prawn Noodle. The broth is robust and packed with flavour. It also comes with an hint of spiciness.

Assam Laksa 4.5/5

One of the real deal at the Penang Fiesta is the Assam Laksa. All the components of a good bowl of assam laksa can be found in it. Definitely one of the best I have eaten for a long while. This is as close as we can get for the authentic flavour of Chef's hometown.

Bak Kut Teh 3/5

For those that like Malaysian style Bak Kut Teh, you can savour it at the Penang Fiesta too. The claypot comes with pork belly ribs, pork intestine, pig stomach, meatball, bean curd stick, dough fritter in a rich and intense flavoured broth. However it seems the kitchen was a bit heavy on the sodium chloride.

Cuttlefish Kangkong 3/5

Another dish that can be better is the Cuttlefish Kangkong. The most important component of the dish, the sauce was too sweet and lacked the prawny pungent taste. Sorry to say that but I thought it tasted more like the yong tau foo sweet sauce.

Chicken Lor Bak with Century Egg 2.8/5

Lor Bak is another staple of Penang cuisine. The version at the buffet is made using chicken instead of pork. If not for the saltiness, this would be a very enjoyable bite.

Penang Char Kway Teow 4.5/5

An all time favourite is the Penang Char Kway Teow. The smokey wok hei is an excellent showcase of the chef's control of the fire and wok. This is a dish not to be missed if you have the chance to dine at Pan Pacific Orchard Hotel.

Besides the spread of Penang fare, the buffet line also has many delectable cooked food that will satisfy your tummy as well as your wallet. The extensive choices make every dollar worthwhile. Among the spread, the other dishes I tried are Nonya Kerabu Fried Rice, Braised Pork Trotter with Black Rice Vinegar, Chicken Kapitan Perankan Style, Braised Duck with Preserved Salted Vegetables, Inchi Kabin Fried Chicken, Braised Lamb Shank, Slow Braised Beef Cheek, Baked Norweigian Salmon,

Banana Fritter and Gula Melaka Ice Cream 4/5

By the time for dessert, I was already too stuffed. Hence I just try only a few items from the dessert section. The Banana Fritter with its crispy exterior is worth trying. Furthermore, the sweet snack is seldom served in hotel buffet. To elevate the presentation and enjoyment, I told a scoop of the Gula Melaka Ice Cream and added some condiments.

Great to have my favourite shaved ice Chendol in the dessert section too. The sweetness of the dessert, coupled with the fragrant coconut milk and gula melaka, is the perfect ending to a delicious night of Penang fare.

Chendol 4.2/5

The Pearl of Orient Penang Fiesta will be available from April to May 2016. During the same period, the lobby lounge will be offering a three-course menu featuring chicken lor bak as appetiser, a choice of assam laksa with barramundi fillet, live king prawn noodle broth or Penang char kway teow for main course, ending with the chendol for dessert.

Lobby Lounge - Penang Set Lunch
Mon-Fri
Time: 12pm - 3pm
Price: $16 nett, $19 nett (with a choice of Milo XL, Bandung and Calamansi)

Buffet Price Details
Mon-Fri Lunch: $42
Sat-Sun Lunch: $48
Mon-Sun Dinner: $68


10 at Claymore
Pan Pacific Orchard
10 Claymore Road
Singapore 229540
Tel: +65 67370811
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PanPacificOrchard
Website: http://www.panpacific.com/en/Orchard/Overview.html
Nearest MRT: Orchard (NS Line)

Opening Hours:
Daily: 6am - 1030am (breakfast), 12pm - 230pm (lunch), 6pm -1030pm (dinner)
Sunday: 12pm - 3pm (brunch)

Direction:
1) Alight at Orchard MRT station. Take Exit E. Walk towards Wheellock Place via ION. Exit Wheellock Place and turn left towards Liat Tower. Cross the road at the traffic light junction and turn left towards Royal Thai Embassy. Walk to Palais Renaissance which is right after Royal Thai Embassy. Cut through Palais Renaissance to the other side of the building. Pan Pacific Orchard is opposite the building. Journey time about 10 minutes. [Map]

2) Alight at Orchard MRT station. Take Exit A. Walk towards Shaw House via underpass. At the road level, walk along Orchard Road towards Royal Thai Embassy direction. Walk to Palais Renaissance which is right after Royal Thai Embassy. Cut through Palais Renaissance to the other side of the building. Pan Pacific Orchard is right opposite the building. Journey time about 10 minutes. [Map]

Oscar’s @ Conrad Centennial - Supercharge your Sunday with Oscar's New Sunday Brunch

Organic pastas, organic eggs, quinoa with fava beans, gluten-free mung bean chips and freshly made shakes. These are not coming from a superfood salad bar, but from Oscar’s at Conrad Centennial – their whole new Sunday Brunch, when it is not just about indulgence, but supercharging your body with ‘superfood’ and a balanced diet.

Mauritian or Chinese-style whole Suckling Pig 4/5

Carving Station

Their live Carving Station is impressive with the offering of the latest London Fat Duck, together with its equally popular counterparts Slow-roasted whole Suckling Pig and Oven Roast US Prime Rib. Marinated with yogurt and mauritian spices, the skin of the suckling pig was a perfect crisp with a layer of clean, soft fats and moist meat.

London Fat Duck 4/5

London Fat Duck is adored for its beautiful layer of fats underneath the thin skin. So please, don't scrap away the fats or leave it behind! That's the essence. I also read that it is good fats as well.

Soft Poached Egg 4.2/5

Eggs, Ocar's does it differently. Check out their Organic Soft Poached Egg with cauliflower puree and foie gras sauce. Indeed, the beauty of an egg lies a lot with its cooking method and recipe. For those who do not really appreciate eating foie gras as it is, like myself, this is a must try. It is almost like a warm melted brie cheese. It can get a little too creamy, hence just make sure that there is a portion of the Cauliflower puree in each spoonful to balance it off.

Their oriental offerings are a feast to my eyes. I even spotted a very traditional dish - 猪脚醋！

4 metre-long salad bar

Salad Bar

In between, perhaps you should balance all the meat and fats with a good dose of superfood. Their new 4 metre-long salad bar, featuring over 30 toppings including organic chia seeds, Montmorency cherries and red raisins, gluten-free mung bean chips and Arame wild seaweed, is just going to entice you as much. With unique dressings such as fresh green apple and vanilla bean; Verjus and lavender, fresh tamarind and kumquat vinaigrette, this salad bar may just inspire people who enjoy making on their own salad sauces. If you like some salad creations, at the other side of the long table, there are also a selection of 10 small plates including Chefs’ creations such as Quinoa with fava beans, Roasted beetroot and green apple slices with grape seed oil and fresh sage.

Healthy Blitz 4/5

Grab a bottle and pour yourself a cup of their Healthy Blitz, one of their freshly made shake. A balance of sweet and tang, if only I could have this daily for my breakfast.

Swordfish, Tuna and Salmon 3.5/5

Seafood Bar

Seafood lovers, you are in for something more. There is an extended spread of the freshest seafood and oysters at the seafood bar, not to forget their fresh Sashimi. I had a few pieces of the buttery Swordfish, Tuna and Salmon, alongside with some sushi rolls.

Live Stations - Organic Pasta

For some healthy carbs, you may try their organic pasta and risotto. Even their tomato sauce is organic. At the side, there is a selection of 8 types of cheeses for you to choose from for your pasta if you wish.

Decadent Desserts

Their desserts are so pretty! Not to mention that they serve my favourite Movenpick ice creams for their waffles.

Oscar’s Waffles 3.8/5

Their Waffles is made to order and served with maple syrup and ice cream. An improved recipe, the waffle is fluffy, lined with crispy edges.

Flambéed Crepes Suzette 3.8/5

Another must-try is their Flambéed Crepes Suzette with Grand Marnier or Cointreau and sugar syrup infused with geranium essential oil. Perhaps, it is being child-friendly, I didn't taste as much of the alcohol as I wish I could, but nonetheless, I enjoy this soft & light pancake.

I love the mood of this new Sunday Brunch at Oscar’s. It just seems so sunny and colourful with all the vibrant colours and energy exude from the fresh ingredients and cooked food, not to forget the warm and service extended from the crew.

You can opt to top up $20++ to finish your buffet with bottomless rounds of sparkling wine, house wines and selected cocktails; or $60++ to supercharge your Sundays ever more with free-flowing Laurent-Perrier Brut, NV Champagne, house wines and selected cocktails. The Conrad Centennial Singapore Supercharged Sunday Brunch is available every Sunday, starting on April 3, 2016, from 12.30pm to 3.30pm, at Oscar’s Restaurant, located on the lobby level. For reservations, call +65 6432 7481 or email sinci.oscars@conradhotels.com

Pricing
Adult:
S$98++ per person
S$118++ per person (free flow of sparkling wine, house wines and selected cocktails)
S$158++ per person (free flow of champagne, house wines and selected cocktails)
Child:
S$40++ per child (6 to 12 years old) / Children aged 5 years and below dine for free.
All prices are subject to prevailing GST and service charge, other otherwise stated.

Photograph and written 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.


Oscar
Conrad Centennial Hotel Singapore
2 Temasek Boulevard
Singapore 038982
Tel: +65 64327481
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Nearest MRT: Promenade (CC Line, DT Line)

Opening Hours:
Mon -Thu: 6am - 1am
Fri-Sun, Eve & PH: 24hr

Buffet Breakfast: 6am - 1030am
Buffet Lunch: 12pm - 230pm
Buffet Dinner: 6pm - 10pm
Sunday Brunch: 12pm - 3pm

Direction: 
1) Alight at Promenade MRT station. Take Exit B. Continue walking along Temasek Avenue to destination Journey time about 3 minutes. [Map]