Capri by Fraser, Singapore
This young hotel was only officially launched in January this year. Colourful, bright and energetic, this 4-star hotel ostensibly targets the e-generation. Instead of the traditional concierge, it has an e-concierge—3 large touch-screens which guests use to find out what…
Delite, Capri by Fraser, Singapore
Delite is the lobby café/ deli of Capri by Fraser, Singapore hotel. Located in Changi Business Park, the hotel is connected to Changi City Point, a new outlet-centric mall. The ambience is suitably comfortable and quality. Come lunch time, you…
Capri-licious, Capri by Fraser, Singapore
Capri-licious is the only restaurant on Capri by Fraser, Singapore hotel (excluding Delite, Singapore which is more of a deli/ café). As such, Capri-licious has to be many things—it is the default breakfast place that every hotel has; by lunch…
Bistecca, Singapore
English Français 한국의 English Dining at Bistecca can be quite a gory affair. I started with “Ramerino in Culo” (S$20 + 10% svc charge + 7% sales tax) which is ground wagyu beef with onion and Tuscan herbs, flash pan-fried…
Providore (Mandarin Gallery), Singapore
I popped into the newly opened Providore at Mandarin Gallery along Orchard Road. The owners and team of Providore were previously the management behind Jones the Grocer. Like Jones the Grocer, Providore offers gourmet products. Providore’s first outlet is called…
Morton’s, Singapore
The Singapore steak house scene has seen in recent years the arrival of new entrants. Some are good; some are ludicrous — witness the laughable coming and going of Brawn. It arrived with a gaudy PR blitzkrieg and left in…
Maison Kayser, Singapore
Maison Kayser is a 17-year-old brand that originated in Paris and is brought into Singapore by Boulangerie Eric Kayser Japon (the Japanese arm). In Japan, there are 18 Maison Kayser outlets and the best-selling item is the croissant (S$2.60, service…
L’entrecote, Singapore
This is my second time to L’entrecote. The first time was 1.5 or 2 years ago, a hurried affair with friends blurred by alcohol. L’entrecote is located in a quiet corner of Duxton Hill. The restaurant is famous for having…
Gardens By The Bay, Singapore
Gardens By The Bay is a public landscaped garden right opposite Marina Bay Sands Hotel and Casino. It is accessible from the hotel and casino through an overhead bridge or an underpass. You can take the subway to Gardens By…
Boon Tong Kee, Singapore
Boon Tong Kee is an established player in Singapore, offering Chicken Rice and Chinese dishes in several locations around the island. What is Chicken Rice? Steamed or roasted chicken, served with rice (cooked preferably in chicken broth as opposed to…
