Salt Grill & Sky Bar @ Ion Orchard - Introduces Exclusive 5-course Christmas Dinner Menu

Perched on top of ION Orchard 55th level, Salt Grill & Sky Bar provides a classy, upscale rooftop dining experience with exquisite modern Australian cuisine, replete with a swanky bar on the mezzanine floor and a stunning 360 view of the city skyline from the highest point on Orchard Road. Following the exit of Chef Mentor Luke Mangan, Executive Chef Jake Kowalewski takes over the reins with the launch of a new menu infused with Asian inspirations, showcasing his unique take on modern Australian cuisine.

Exclusively available for the coming festive season only on 24 and 25 December, the 5-course Christmas Dinner Menu is priced at $148++ per pax.

Hokkaido Scallop 4.2/5

First up on the appetiser menu, we had the Hokkaido Scallop which comes dressed in nam jin, crustacean oil and puffed rice. While the unique sweet-sour combination is a pleasure to the tastebuds, the addition of crunchy puffed rice provides another textural dimension to the dishful of plump succulence.

Stracciatella 4/5

Next, we had the Stracciatella cheese which comes paired with peach, pickled beetroot slices, drizzled in olive and smoked olive oil. The sweetness from the peach, sourness from the pickled beetrrot and subtle saltiness from the cheese forms a fascinating combination of flavours which left a light, refreshing after-taste in anticipation of the richer mains that come after.

Bangalow Pork 4/5

The Banglow Pork is served with apple & ginger puree, fermented cabbage and verjuice glaze. Sourced from from Bangalow, Australia, the pork is hormone and antibiotic free, boasting tender succulent meat with the curated puree to enhance its flavours.

Whiskey-glazed Wagyu Short Rib 4.5/5

The highlight of the menu is the Whiskey-glazed Wagyu Short Rib served with a side of smoked potato, broad beans and pickled cherry. Dig into the soft luscious meat which falls apart with every forkful and paired excellently with the mashed potato leaving a smoky after-taste. The extremely tender texture and intense flavours of the meat are a result of the 48 hours-cooking process. The addition of pickled cherries contribute a sourish berry surprise to the savoury dish.

Textures of Chocolate 4/5

Lastly, end the meal on a sweet note with the Textures of Chocolate which comes with salted coffee and mascarphone. Delve in the rich bittersweet flavours from the coffee and chocolate, accompanied by a slight hint of saltiness and sweet burst of flavours from the popping candies. Complete the dining experience with their Lanson Brut Black Label Champagne ($88++ per bottle). Original price outside of festive season at $128++.

Details of Christmas Menus
Date: 24 December (Dinner only) & 25 December (Lunch & Dinner)
Time: 1130am to 2pm (Lunch) / 6pm to 945pm (Dinner)
Price: $88++ per person (Three-course Lunch) / $148++ per person (Five-course Dinner)

Photos and words 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.


Salt Grill and Sky Bar
ION Orchard
2 Orchard Turn
Singapore 238801
Tel: +65 65925118
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Nearest MRT: Orchard (NS Line)

Opening Hours:
Daily: 1130am - 11pm

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

PARKROYAL On Beach Road - Celebrate Christmas With An Indulgent Feast At Ginger And Si Chuan Dou Restaurant Along With Gourmet Festive Takeaways

With Christmas just around the corner, gear up for the most wonderful time of the year with an oodles of festive favourites at PARKROYAL on Beach Road where their all-day dining restaurant, Ginger have introduced a special Christmas buffet to showcase a sumptuous spread of festive delicacies and classical favourites such as the Singapore Chilli Crab, Asian inspired Gula Melaka Log Cake with Coconut Flakes, as well as an assortment of Mini Christmas cakes and cookies.

Ring in the festivities this Yuletide season with signature highlights such as the Traditional Roasted Turkey drizzled with Giblet Sauces and Cranberry Jus, Honey-glazed Ham accompanied by Oriental Salsa, and other international and local favourites such as Rock Lobsters Bouillabaisse, Singapore Laksa, Singapore Chilli Crab, Assorted Satays and Grilled Scallop with Yuzu and Shoyu.

What is Christmas without the quintessential turkey dish? Tuck into Ginger's Traditional Whole Roasted Turkey ($128). The flavours are enhanced by the savoury giblet gravy and a dash of cranberry jus to add a subtle sweetness to the succulent meat.

Another festive highlight is the Roasted Honey Glazed Gammon Ham ($68). Accompanied by oriental salsa, the dish has the right amount of seasoning and sweetness to bring out its flavour.

Not to be missed at the carving station is the Herbs Crusted Roasted Beef. The meat is coated with bread crumbs to give a nice crisp texture to the exterior of this classic festive roast, which boasts a tender flavourful bite.

An absolute favourite is the plump Grilled Scallop served with Yuzu and Shoyu to bring out the seafood freshness and enhance its flavours.

Spice up your Christmas at Si Chuan Dou Hua with a showcase of 100 dishes featuring 25 different flavour profiles. Uncover the various aspects of Sichun cuisine and go beyond the widely-known 'mala dishes'. One of the signatures include the Festive Pork Knuckle with Dried Chillies and Peppercorns ($58). Covered in an abundance of spice, biting into the crispy tender meat produces an even more pronounced aroma with a sharp kick of heat.

Round up the Christmas feast with a dazzling array of sweet creations - among which is the Gula Melaka Log Cake with Coconut Flakes ($48). What I enjoyed most is the firm yet moist texture of the cake and cream, which gives off a sweet gula melaka fragrance when bitten into. Dusted in coconut flake to further enhance the flavours, there is also a surprise attap-chee within.

To end the indulgent feast on a sweet note, have some of the Ginger Cookies ($8) or the assorted Christmas cookies ($8) as well. Takeaway orders can be made at dining.prsin@parkroyalhotels.com, or please speak with us at +65 6505 5710. Advance orders of three working days are required for festive takeaway items.

Photos and words 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.


PARKROYAL on Beach Road
7500 Beach Road
Singapore 199591
Tel: +65 6505 5710
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Nearest MRT: Nicoll Highway (CC Line)