Tuesday, December 12, 2017

Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore - Rediscover Christmas In A Tropical Oasis

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Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore invites guests to rediscover Christmas in a tropical oasis this festive seasons with a curated selection of festive feasts, handcrafted goodies and exquisite set menu from the various restaurants at the hotel.

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Sashimi and Sushi

At Nami, guests can savour the delicate flavours of Japan in an elaborate six-course Surf and Turf or seven-course sushi Omakase dinner on Christmas. Toshikoshi soba or also known as year-crossing noodle, a traditional noodle dish that dates back around 800 years,  will be served on New Years Eve. It symbolises "breaking off from the old year", letting go of the hardships of the year.

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Poached Imperial Bird's Nest with Steamed Jade Egg White and Bird's Nest Scallop Dumpling

At Shang Palace, discover the finest in Chinese cuisine in a seven-course menu for Christmas and New Year. Guests can look forward to premium dishes with finest ingredients such as Braised Birds' Nest Broth with Shredded Fish Maw and Alaska Crab meat, Braised Whole Tomato filled with Seasonal Vegetables, Moral Mushroom and Bamboo Fungus in Chicken Thick Broth, Oven-baked Cod Fillet with Glutinous Rice and Preserved Meat, Hokkaido 3.6 Fresh Milk Mochi with Hashima Apple Jelly and more.

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Ravioli Burrata with Porcini and White Truffle

Enjoy an enchanting five-course medley of traditional dishes at Waterfall Ristorante Italiano such as Handmade Green Egg Pasta, Signature Roasted Beef Tenderloin, as well as a traditional Italian Christmas dessert. On New Year's Eve, guests can usher in the new year with a six-course menu of premium dishes which includes Tuna Tartare with Ginger Jelly, Aborio Risotto with Porcini Mushrooms and Truffle, and Grilled Rack of Lamb.

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Mixed Leaves Crusted Hamadai, Fave Bean Rice and Onion-Raisin Chutney

Indulge in an enhanced festive buffet spread at The Line for December. The restaurant’s 16 theatre kitchens offer highlights such as Roasted Turkey with Cranberry Sauce, Roasted Bone-In Prime Rib, Boston Lobster, Christmas Macaroons Tower, Profiterolles Choux Tower, English Drunken Fruit Cake and Strawberry Croquembouche. Continue the festivities into the New Year with an extravagant Champagne dinner featuring popular favourites like freshly-shucked Oysters, Slow Braised Wagyu Beef Leg, Parsel Seabass with Mixed Seafood and Roast Whole Suckling Pig.

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Snow Aged Full Blood Wagyu Beef

Origin Bar and Grill is a new restaurant at Shangri-La Hotel, probably the first restaurant in Singapore to offer Snow Aged Full Blood Wagyu Beef from Nigata Japan on its menu.

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Set the mood for a sweet Christmas and look forward to a fine selection of gourmet treats and festive takeaways at the hotel lobby. Surprise your loved ones with signature French yule log cakes infused with local flavours such as Pandan, Gula Melaka and Pulut Hitam; and other popular favourites like Gingerbread Chalet, Minced Meat Pie and Christmas Pudding.

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For more information of the festive offering, you can check visit Shangri-La Hotel Website or email dining.sls@shangri-la.com. You can also view the e-brochure.

Monday, December 11, 2017

Amo Singapore @ Hong Kong Street - New Casual Italian Concept By Beppe De Vito

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Amo Singapore is a new casual Italian restaurant by the Beppe De Vito, the man behind the il Lido Group which has several restaurants such as &Son, Osteria Art, Southbridge, Braci and il Lido under the group's umbrella. Upon seated and and placing our order, we were served complimentary olives.

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Crispy Calamari with Sumac and Sundried Tomato Aioli 4.5/5

We started with the Crispy Calamari with Sumac and Sundried Tomato Aioli ($22). This is probably one of the best calamari that I have eaten. The calamari was coated in a light batter for a delighting exterior crisp while the innard is soft and bouncy.

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Mushrooms, Truffle, Mascarpone and Tuscan Pecorino 4/5

Next we have the Mushrooms, Truffle, Mascarpone and Tuscan Pecorino Pizza ($32) for sharing. The fluffy pizza has a good bite to it complemented by the various toppings. The flavours and texture were spot on. However, I was disappointed that my pizza was not served hot. If not I would have given it a much higher rating.

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Grilled Angus Beef Agliata with Sunchoke Fries 4/5

Lastly we ordered Grilled Angus Beef Agliata with Sunchoke Fries ($48). The meat is cooked to a nice pink with a nice crust surrounding it. I also enjoyed the grilled garlic, which I like to mash it and spread it onto the beef. It seems to elevate the flavour further.

Overall, the food at Amo Singapore is really good and enjoyable. The place can get pretty crowded and noisy. Not sure is it because of the mosaic tiles and brick wall, the noise volume is pretty loud, as if one is in a crowded pub. While the food is good, it may not be ideal for an intimate dining date.


Amo Singapore
33 Hong Kong Street
Singapore 059672
Tel: +65 67237733
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Nearest MRT: Clark Quay (NE Line)

Opening Hours:
Daily: 12pm - 230pm, 6pm - 11pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Clark Quay MRT station. Take Exit E. Cross the road using the overhead bridge. Turn left and walk down New Bridge Road. Turn left onto Hong Kong Street. Walk to destination. Journey time about 5 minutes. [Map]