{"version":"1.0","provider_name":"Luxe Food &amp; Travel","provider_url":"http:\/\/travelrestauranthotel.com\/blog","author_name":"admin","author_url":"http:\/\/travelrestauranthotel.com\/blog\/author\/admin\/","title":"Cuba Libre Frasers Tower, Singapore - Luxe Food &amp; Travel","type":"rich","width":600,"height":338,"html":"<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"I4Ml4Tq8Ga\"><a href=\"http:\/\/travelrestauranthotel.com\/blog\/cuba-libre-frasers-tower-singapore\/\">Cuba Libre Frasers Tower, Singapore<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" src=\"http:\/\/travelrestauranthotel.com\/blog\/cuba-libre-frasers-tower-singapore\/embed\/#?secret=I4Ml4Tq8Ga\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" title=\"&#8220;Cuba Libre Frasers Tower, Singapore&#8221; &#8212; Luxe Food &amp; Travel\" data-secret=\"I4Ml4Tq8Ga\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" class=\"wp-embedded-content\"><\/iframe><script type=\"text\/javascript\">\n\/* <![CDATA[ *\/\n\/*! This file is auto-generated *\/\n!function(d,l){\"use strict\";l.querySelector&&d.addEventListener&&\"undefined\"!=typeof URL&&(d.wp=d.wp||{},d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage||(d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage=function(e){var t=e.data;if((t||t.secret||t.message||t.value)&&!\/[^a-zA-Z0-9]\/.test(t.secret)){for(var s,r,n,a=l.querySelectorAll('iframe[data-secret=\"'+t.secret+'\"]'),o=l.querySelectorAll('blockquote[data-secret=\"'+t.secret+'\"]'),c=new RegExp(\"^https?:$\",\"i\"),i=0;i<o.length;i++)o[i].style.display=\"none\";for(i=0;i<a.length;i++)s=a[i],e.source===s.contentWindow&&(s.removeAttribute(\"style\"),\"height\"===t.message?(1e3<(r=parseInt(t.value,10))?r=1e3:~~r<200&&(r=200),s.height=r):\"link\"===t.message&&(r=new URL(s.getAttribute(\"src\")),n=new URL(t.value),c.test(n.protocol))&&n.host===r.host&&l.activeElement===s&&(d.top.location.href=t.value))}},d.addEventListener(\"message\",d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage,!1),l.addEventListener(\"DOMContentLoaded\",function(){for(var e,t,s=l.querySelectorAll(\"iframe.wp-embedded-content\"),r=0;r<s.length;r++)(t=(e=s[r]).getAttribute(\"data-secret\"))||(t=Math.random().toString(36).substring(2,12),e.src+=\"#?secret=\"+t,e.setAttribute(\"data-secret\",t)),e.contentWindow.postMessage({message:\"ready\",secret:t},\"*\")},!1)))}(window,document);\n\/\/# sourceURL=http:\/\/travelrestauranthotel.com\/blog\/wp-includes\/js\/wp-embed.min.js\n\/* ]]> *\/\n<\/script>\n","thumbnail_url":"http:\/\/travelrestauranthotel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/20200107-Cuba-Libre-Frasers-Tower-Singapore_00008.jpg","thumbnail_width":1350,"thumbnail_height":900,"description":"I used to work in Shenton Way.&nbsp; It was a depressing, gastronomic desert back then.&nbsp; During lunch time, all those depressed office workers could only go to the food court inside Amara shopping mall, or the hawker centre next to the government-built apartments. Thankfully, things have changed. Many new food and beverage businesses have opened up across all price points.&nbsp; Cuba Libre Frasers Towers is a stellar example. Cuba Libre Caf\u00e9 &amp; Bar at Frasers Tower has recently introduced a revamped menu.&nbsp; The new menu serves up healthy Latin American contemporary cuisines for the discerning and health-conscious Tanjong Pagar executives.&nbsp; The affordable menu features the use of a lot of fresh green produce and is divided into sections such as tapas, set lunches, burger, paellas, tacos etc. while&nbsp;drawing influences from Latin American countries. With Executive Chef Alex Moreno, a native Cuban, at the helm of the kitchen, you are assured of the authenticity of the dishes.&nbsp; Of course, there is also a very extensive drinks menu.&nbsp; This is the CBD after all.&nbsp; All those hardworking executives need a drink.&nbsp; Or two. Or many. The decor, in my opinion, is absolutely gorgeous.&nbsp; Gleaming,&nbsp; curved glass surfaces cocoon the bistro, bathing the air-conditioned interior in plenty of natural light.&nbsp; The interior features mainly grounding wood tones.&nbsp; There is a bar, which I imagine would be stunning lit up in the twilight of dusk.&nbsp; There is a shaded al fesco area if that is your thing. Sangria $16 Thirst-quenching, fruity, with just a hint of exoticism to chase away office blues, this drink is perfect for those hot Singapore afternoons. Lychee Mojito $24 I have tried Cuba Libre&#8217;s classic mojito before.&nbsp; It certainly was different and arguably the best I ever tried.&nbsp; This time round,&nbsp; I tried the Lychee Mojito.&nbsp; It was lovely &#8212;- Asian, fruity, and the minty flavour was even more pronounced, which I liked. Chef Alex tells me the new menu has a heavy focus on tapas. Indeed, there were so many I wanted to try but I simply could not eat that much.&nbsp; Oh well, maybe next time. Lubina Ceviche $15 This is the perfect appetizer.&nbsp;The fish feels fresh and light.&nbsp; The shallots give that perfect tiny bit of bite and zing to get your gastric juices going and to whet your appetite for more.&nbsp; Prawns Al Ajillo $16 This tapas was beautifully presented and garlicky.&nbsp; Garlicky?&nbsp; Was it awful?&nbsp; No. On the contrary, I liked it.&nbsp; Since it was garlicky and a little oily, it was the perfect tapas to wash down with wine.&nbsp; I highly recommend the housepour Cabernet Sauvignon (S$12).&nbsp; Also, it must be said, the prawns were fresh and firm.&nbsp; Chicken Empanadas $12 La abuela style pastry puffs, spinach, green chimichurri sauce This is like the Latin version of the local Singaporean curry puff.&nbsp; Thankfully, they were not greasy. The ceviche,&nbsp; prawn and puffs were all excellent starters.&nbsp; Then we come to the glorious main courses.&nbsp; Overall, the portions are large, good value for money and beautifully presented. Mojito Chicken $20 Braised boneless chicken thigh, tangy rum reduction, mango salsa, herbed tomatoes &amp; roasted potatoes I usually hate chicken but I like this one.&nbsp; It&#8217;s very moist on the inside.&nbsp; I like the tangy mango sauce.&nbsp; I think the enzymes in the fruit will help the meat to go down better. Alo Ribeye $28 250gm char-grilled ribeye with mashed potatoes &amp; asparagus You might see bacon in the photos.&nbsp; Not to worry if you are a halal diner, that is actually turkey bacon.&nbsp; This is a great steak&#8212; it is beautiful and filling.&nbsp; I can&#8217;t believe that big a portion they only charge S$28. Cuba Libre is certainly up to date with the health and fitness trend.&nbsp; For the health conscious, they have very healthy Latin bowls.&nbsp; In fact,&nbsp; these Latin bowls are my favourite part of the whole menu.&nbsp; They consist of very flavourful rice, grilled protein and lots of greens.&nbsp; They are filling, delicious and low in fat.&nbsp; Also, did you notice the very affordable and reasonable prices?&nbsp; Considering that this is the CBD, I thought these bowls are some of the best deals to be found in the CBD. Cerdo Bowl $11 Roasted pork, pilaf rice, black beans, salad and banana chips Protein Bowl $12 Striploin, pilaf rice, beans, guacamole, homemade spiced cheese sauce, jalapenos &amp; corn chips Churros This is like a little secret.&nbsp; Though desserts are not on the menu, do enquire with the staff as Chef Alex may have prepared a little &#8220;secret&#8221; dessert of the day.&nbsp; I love churros and I am always happy to see and eat them.&nbsp; These feel authentic and the crust is crunchy while it is warm, soft and light on the inside.&nbsp; Manager Ruby must be the happiest person in Singapore.\u00a0 Watching her zip about the restaurant with her efficient and very friendly service,\u00a0 I felt that the restaurant, and my dining experience,\u00a0 was in good hands.\u00a0 Indeed,\u00a0 it was a seamless experience. I wished Cuba Libre Frasers Tower existed when I was working in Tanjong Pagar.&nbsp; I would have had the healthy Latin bowls for lunch EVERY weekday. Cuba Libre Frasers Tower 182 Cecil Street. #01-06\/07 Frasers Tower, Singapore 069547 T: +65 6954 4232"}