Reunions Of Joy And Prosperity At Wan Hao, Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel

Ring in the Lunar New Year with grand celebrations overflowing with happiness, abundance and prosperity at Wan Hao Chinese Restaurant, Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel. Award-winning Executive Chef Brian Wong has crafted set menus for the occasions, starting from $108.80++ per person (4 to 8 persons) to $2088++ per 10 persons

A must have at every reunion dinner is the Yu Sheng. Wan Hao has come up with six different renditions of Yu Sheng, catering to all taste buds. Worth noting is the substitution of the usual sweet plum sauce with homemade Kumquat sauce, which is not too sweet, refreshing with a zesty twist. We had the Peak of Prosperity Yu Sheng ($268++ Large) featuring lobster, scallop, tuna, salmon and caviar yu sheng with kumquat sauce.

Braised Bird's Nest 4.5/5

Lining the stomach before the great feast, is the Braised Bird's Nest with Assorted Dried Seafood Broth and Golden Superior Stock. I could taste the richness of the seafood broth, after long hours of boiling and extracting the essence. This is further sweeten with the addition of pumpkin and hence the orangey appearance.

Deep Fried Lobster 3.5/5

Next is the Deep Fried Lobster with Yuzu Mayonnaise and Broccoli. Coated in a light batter, I could still taste the sweetness of the bouncy lobster within. This is complemented by the yuzu mayonnaise sauce. I thought if the lobster is poached, it may go even better with the sauce.

Braised U.S. Short Ribs 4.2/5

The Braised U.S. Short Ribs literally melted in the mouth and it is paired excellently with the Japanese light soya sauce. A well balance dish, allowing the short ribs to shine.

Deep Fried Cod Fish with Celery Sauce 4.5/5

My eyes brightened up when the accompanying celery sauce of the Deep Fried Cod Fish touched my taste buds. It is a bit sweet and tangy, resembling a bit like Mei Cai. It is very appetising and it goes very well with the buttery and fatty cod fish.

Crispy Pork Trotter with Wolfberry Sauce 3/5

Another deep fried dish on the menu is the Crispy Pork Trotter with Wolfberry Sauce. Unfortunately this dish falls short from the other dishes we had. While the appearance is appealing, the taste did not live up to the expectation. Even the wolfberry sauce did not manage to lift the dish.

Wan Hao's Imperial Pot of Prosperity Pen Cai 4.5/5

The Wan Hao's Imperial Pot of Prosperity Pen Cai ($1088 Large / $688 Small) features an amalgamation of 14 deluxe ingredients from the land and sea, such as crispy oyster, braised Irish duck, abalone, fish maw and pig trotter. The pot of gourmet delicacy is braised for hours in a rich and flavourful stock boasting Chinese ham, old chicken, scallop and more.

Chilled Lemongrass Jelly with Lemon Sorbet 4/5

Wrapping up our dinner is the Chilled Lemongrass Jelly with Lemon Sorbet. A light and refreshing dessert that is well received after all the feasting.

That’s not all, new to the celebrations this year is the Golden Nian Gao Tart with Cempedak ($32 for 8 pc) boasting a rich cempedak paste snuggled in-between sweet nian gao and a golden tart shell. Back by popular demand is the addictive Golden Nian Gao Tart with Yam ($28 for 8 pc) that features layers of sweet yam filling and chewy nian gao encased in a golden, buttery tart shell. More spring temptations await, such as Glutinous Red Rice with Chinese Sausage, Dried Shrimp & Mushroom ($78 for 6 pc); Wan Hao’s Signature Ginseng Roast Duck ($96); Koi Fish Shape Osmanthus Water Chestnut Cake ($52); Koi Fish Shape Fresh Mango Pudding ($58), and more.

For pre-order of Lunar New Year Takeaway Goodies, please call 6831 4605 or email mhrs.sindt.fb.reservations@marriotthotels.com

Note: This is an invited tasting.


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]

Welcome The Lunar New Year Filled With Bountiful Blessings and Splendid Feasts at Royale Restaurant, Mercure Singapore Bugis

Royale Restaurant at Mercure Singapore Bugis celebrates an auspicious start to the Year of the Dog with a bountiful Lunar New Year buffet feast (from $58++ per person) from 9 February to 2 March 2018, where diners can expect to indulge in an array of luxurious delicacies and festive highlights such as the Roasted Suckling Piglet, Charcoal BBQ Char Siew, Singapore Chili Crab with Mini Mantou and more.

DIY Yu Sheng 4/5

While the Yu Sheng retain the must-haves ingredients of crispy fish skin, ginger, cucumber, leek, carrots, peanuts and so on, you can unleash your creativity and DIY your own Yu Sheng over here with their DIY Yu Sheng. Also, what's better than to celebrate this festive season with a bonding session over some fun and laughter?

Braised Fish Maw and Crabmeat Soup 3.8/5

The Braised Fish Maw and Crabmeat Soup features generous amounts of soft braised fish maw and crabmeat within the soup. While the soup flavour may be a tad bland on its own, the addition of the meats enhances the overall taste with a subtle sweetness.

Roasted Suckling Piglet 4.5/5

The highlight is the Roasted Suckling Piglet with its extremely crispy exterior, all laid out glistening in its full glory and sliced into convenient bite-sized pieces. Underneath the crackling skin is a layer of very soft luscious fats with a melt-in-the-mouth consistency that I really enjoyed.

Charcoal BBQ Char Siew 4.5/5

The Charcoal BBQ Char Siew are made in-house by the Chef. Each glistening slice boasts a subtle sweetness with its tender meats and lightly charred edges. Undeniably delicious on its own, I reckon it is a perfect pairing with their Hong Kong Style Waxed Meat Rice wrapped in Lotus Leaf.

Hong Kong Style Waxed Meat Rice wrapped in Lotus Leaf 4/5

The Hong Kong Style Waxed Meat Rice wrapped in lotus leaf did not disappoint with its savoury fragrance in between the medley of flavourful diced meat and rice that boasts a decent firmness and chewiness in each bite.

Assorted Tempura 3.5/5

While the Assorted Tempura is quite decent with its crunchy shell and soft tender meats within, it pales a little in comparison with the other dish highlights that stood out more, such as their Roasted Suckling piglet and Charcoal BBQ Char Siew.

Singapore Chili Crab with Mini Mantou 4.5/5

A favourite among the locals - the Singapore Chili Crab with Mini Mantou features fresh Sri Lankan crabs cooked in sweet and spicy sauce, and served with warm mini mantous. Relish in the succulent and flavourful crab meats with delightful hints of sweetness and spiciness in each bite that guarantees satisfaction, especially with those soft buns to provide an uplifting mouthfeel.

Wok-Fried Crispy Cereal Prawns 4.2/5

The Wok-Fried Crispy Cereal Prawns features succulent prawns blanketed in generous amounts of cereals, which provide a flavorous addition and crunchiness to the juicy prawns.

Chicken Bak Kwa 4/5

The mini slices of Chicken Bak Kwa are extremely addictive. Fragrant and with a well-balanced sweet-savouriness, you would be tempted to keep returning back to the buffet line for more.

Supreme Peanut Butter Layer Cake 4.2/5

The Supreme Peanut Butter Layer Cake features a soft and fluffy cake texture with a strong and distinct peanut fragrance that all peanut-lovers will enjoy.

Osmanthus Jelly 3.8/5

While the Osmanthus Jelly boasts a subtle hint of osmanthus fragrance, the flavour might be a tad light on the palate, especially after all the heavier tasting main dishes from the buffet spread. However, it is a refreshingly light and aromatic dessert option to round off the meal.

Traditional Nian Gao 3.5/5

Sliced into convenient bite-sized pieces, the Traditional Nian Gao is done the traditional way for a more authentic taste and boasts a nice gooey sticky texture. One of the must-haves to usher in the Lunar New Year, scaling new heights in the Year of the Earth Dog.

Lunar New Year Festive Buffet 9 February to 2 March 2018

Lunch & Dinner $58++ (Adult) / $29++ (Child 6-12 years) $68++ for free flow juices & soft drinks $88++ for free flow wines & beer Children under 6 years dine free.

Buffet Highlights: DIY Prosperity Yu Sheng, Hong Kong Style Waxed Meat Rice wrapped in Lotus leaf, Assorted Sashimi, Chili Crab with Mantou, Sautéed Scallop and Asparagus in X.O Sauce, Braised Fish Maw and Crabmeat Soup, Peanut Butter Supreme Layer Cake.

Lunar New Year Eve & Day Buffet 15 &16 February 2018

Lunch & Dinner $68++ (Adult) / $34++ (Child 6-12 years) $78++ for free flow juices & soft drinks $98++ for free flow wines & beer Children under 6 years dine free.

Buffet Highlights: DIY Prosperity Yu Sheng, Roasted Suckling Piglet, Oven-Roasted Crispy Pork Belly, Assorted Tempura, Charcoal BBQ Char Siew, Hong Kong Style Waxed Meat Rice wrapped in Lotus leaf, Assorted Sashimi, Chili Crab with Mantou, Sautéed Scallop and Asparagus in X.O Sauce, Braised Fish Maw and Crabmeat Soup, Peanut Butter Supreme Layer Cake

Words and photos 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.


Royale Restaurant
Mercure Bugis Singapore
122 Middle Road
#02-01
Singapore 188973
Tel: +65 65219299
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Nearest MRT: Bugis (DT Line, EW Line)

Opening Hours:
Daily: 6am - 11pm
Breakfast: 6am to 1030am
Buffet Lunch: 12pm to 230pm
Buffet Dinner: 6pm to 10pm
A la Carte: 11am to 11pm

Direction: 
1) Alight at Bugis MRT station. Take Exit C. Walk to traffic light junction. Cross the road. Turn left and walk to Middle Road. Turn right onto Middle Road. Walk to destination. Journey time about 8 minutes. [Map]