Gordon Grill @ Goodwood Park Hotel - Celebrating German Gastronomy In Commemoration Of The Hotel's 120-Year Legacy

In commemoration of Goodwood Park Hotel's 120-year legacy, embark on a German gastronomy journey at Gordon Grill to celebrate the occasion. Why German? It is because Gordon Grill is once known as Teutonia Club in the 1900s. The property was an exclusive enclave for German expatriates. Hence the restaurant has put together an exemplary selection of notable German dishes interpreted through modern European culinary style.

We have the Five-course Degustation Menu ($98++) which will be available from 22 August to 21 September 2020. Besides that, there is also a three-course ($68++), and four-course ($88++) set menus to cater for everyone's preference. We started the dinner with the chilled Truffled Capellini with Crab Meat and Caviar to whet the appetite.

Chilled White Asparagus, Dill Cured Salmon 3.8/5

Our first appetiser is Chilled White Asparagus paired with Dill Cured Salmon topped with mesclun lettuce and shallot apple vinaigrette. I somewhat can associate with the dish as my first trip, and first meal in Germany was white asparagus a few years back. Unfortunately, due to the supply issue, they have to use white asparagus from Peru, which is just as sweet.

Seared Atlantic Sea Scallops 4/5

The second appetiser is Seared Atlantic Sea Scallops paired with smoked Black Forest Ham and Brown Mushroom Ragout, held together in a creamy, lemony buttered hollandaise sauce. The dish combines the flavours of Northern coastal areas of Deutschland with that of the South.

Bavarian Sauerkraut Soup 4.2/5

The comforting Bavarian Sauerkraut Soup is subtly sweet, creamy with a well balanced tangy finish. The addition of potatoes, speck and creme fraiche provide the boast in flavours and textures.

Pan-seared Halibut Fillet 4/5

For the main course, the guest will have a choice between the Crispy Pork Belly or Pan-seared Halibut Fillet. I decided to have Halibut, which is popular seafood found in Northern Germany. The firm and buttery white fish served atop an appetising compote of Swedish turnip, leeks and potatoes.

Crispy Bavarian Pork Belly 4/5

I took a photo of the Crispy Bavarian Pork Belly, which my dining companion had. Ok, It is served with dark beer and caraway gravy, a classic flavours of Bavaria. I more than took a photo, I got to try a piece of it it. What I really enjoyed is the layer of airy, crispy crackling skin. The piece of meat was also cooked to fork-tender.

Wrapping up the 5-course degustation menu is the classic German Red Grits served with luscious bourbon vanilla sauce at the side and Dark Cherry Crumble Cheesecake with Hazelnut Ice Cream. Guest gets to finish their meal with a choice of Goodwood blend of coffee or fine tea selection. Guest may place their reservations online at www.goodwoodparkhotel.com/dining/gordon-hill or call +65 67301744 or email gordon_grill@goodwoodparkhotel.com

Celebration of German Gastronomy at Gordon Grill (22 Aug to 21 Sep 2020)
3-Course Set Lunch at $68++ per person
4-Course Set Lunch and Dinner at $88++ per person
5-Course Degustation Lunch and Dinner at $98++ per person


Gordon Grill
Goodwood Park Hotel
22 Scotts Road
Singapore 228221
Tel: +65 67301744
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Nearest MRT: Orchard (NS Line)

Opening Hours:
Daily: 12pm - 230pm, 7pm - 1030pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Orchard MRT station. Take Exit A. Walk down Scotts Road to destination. Journey time about 10 minutes. [Map]

The Lobby Lounge @ Intercontinental Singapore - New Peranakan Afternoon Tea With A Series Of Heritage Cocktails

Inspired by InterContinental Singapore’s heritage roots in the rich cultural Bugis precinct, and in celebration of the nation’s 55th birthday, The Lobby Lounge presents a new Peranakan Afternoon Tea experience, which will be available from 1 August to 31 October 2020. Showcased on a multi-tiered stand representing a heritage food journey, the new afternoon tea repast is amped up with locality, featuring creations with locally-farmed ingredients such as strawberries, kale and arugula, alongside iconic delights inspired by Straits-Chinese cuisine.

The elegant high tea includes modern renditions of Peranakan desserts such as the Ondeh Ondeh Cake which features a kaya sponge cake with coconut mousse and luscious caramel gula melaka core.

The Banana Genoa Cake has a subtle sweet caramel flavour topped with caramel whipped cream, kumquat curd and jelly cubes.

The pair of Ang Ku Kueh was interestingly crafted into 2 different shapes, symbolising the female and male kueh, filled with delicious mung bean paste.

Not to be missed are the delicate cups of Chendol jelly, red bean, coconut and palm sugar, as well as the Pulut Hitam Chiffon Cake with salted coconut cream.

Instead of the normal scones, the afternoon tea serves unique flavoured scones such as the Milo and Lemon Scones, served alongside gula melaka coconut jam and clotted cream.

Guests with a penchant for savoury delights will also enjoy treats such as Kale Pesto Crab Sandwich featuring pesto made from Singapore grown kale and crab meat.

One of our favourites is the Deep-fried Rendang Chicken Mantou, which is fried to a golden crispy brown, yet fluffy inside, encasing tender and flavourful rendang chicken meat.

We enjoyed the fragrant Five-spice Kurobuta pork Ngoh Hiang topped with sweet and spicy mango as well.

Another notable highlight is the Kikorangi Blue Cheese Strawberry Crostini, comprising New Zealand farmed cheese and locally grown strawberries on a peanut butter crostini, sprinkled with crushed walnuts and hazelnut.

The Lobby Lounge has also launched a series of Heritage Cocktails crafted in honour of the journey of Sang Nila Utama, The Prince of Palembang, who founded the Kingdom of Singapura in 1299. Each cocktail in this series represents a part of his journey.

Savour Crown Into The Sea, a light cocktail made up of Havana 3, Apricot Brandy, Peach Schnapps and Ginger Beer served with slices of lime, representative of the great storm mid-journey which led to the Prince throwing his crown overboard as a gift to the sea to calm the storm, allowing him to reach Temasek safely. The last of the series, The King of The Jungle, is a ruby red cocktail comprising a mixed flavour profile of indigenous herbs like kaffir lime, star anise and cinnamon, which lift the palate. This concoction was inspired by the lion that Sang Nila Utama spotted upon landing which prompted him to name the island Singapura.

$88 for two guests, inclusive of fine loose-leaf tea or coffee.
$118 for two guests, inclusive of two flutes of Tattinger Brut Champagne, fine loose-leaf tea or coffee.
For reservations, please visit TheLobbyLounge.sg, email InterContinental.Dining@ihg.com, or speak with us at +65 6825 1008

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.


The Lobby Lounge
InterContinental Singapore
Level 1
80 Middle Road
Singapore 188966
Tel: +65 68251008
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Nearest MRT: Bugis (EW Line, DT Line)

Opening Hours:
Daily: 2pm - 5pm

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