The Weekly Grub: 5 Things To Eat & Drink In Singapore This Week

PUBLISHED May 29th, 2019 10:05 am | UPDATED August 28th, 2019 08:06 am

As we’re approaching the middle of the year, kick off the summer season with all-new gastronomic delights. Besides refreshed menus from JYPSY and Summerlong, hearty local cuisines are flamin’ it up at 15 Stamford by Alvin Leung and the wine industry is stirred up by the launch of Empathy Wines.

Feast on a brand-new Lunch Menu by JYPSY

Noted for their botanical-inspired decor, you probably have visited PS.Cafe at one of their multiple outlets scattered around the city, bur have you met its younger, more youthful sibling – JYPSY? Bringing a fresh take on Japanese cuisine, their newly-released lunch menu features exclusives such as the Kara-age Chirashi ($16++), sprinkled with shichimi furikake and green yuzu pepper, and the not-so-basic sandwich Katsu Sando that’s filled with your choice of either Chicken ($16++) or Iberico Pork ($18++).

Alternatively, try their set menu at $38++ per person, which includes Nest of Fries, a spin on PS.Cafe’s signature Truffle Fries, and mains like King Prawn Miso Ramen and Chicken Katsu Curry Rice. For those seeking a light tipple, opt for a glass of wine for an additional S$8++.

Available daily from 11.30am – 4pm. JYPSY is located at 38A, #01-02 Martin Rd, Singapore 239072, p. +65 6708 9288. Opens daily 11.30am – 4pm and 5.30pm – 11pm.

Experience Eastern-Mediterranean cuisine with Summerlong’s Set Dinner Menu

Fan of spices? Besides Indian fare, venture to the Mediterranean with a newly-curated menu by Chef Justin Hammond that showcases the world of exotic flavours. Select one dish from each course, getting ahead with starters like the Fried Calamari & Zucchini. Followed by the Pork Kofta Kebab or Grilled Eggplant Kebab that’s provided for herbivores, satisfy your sweet buds with the invigorating Raspberry Sorbet. Without saying, we’re all tipple lovers here, so we’ll recommend topping up just $8++ to accompany your meal with a glass of wine.

Available from Mon-Thur. Summerlong is located at 60 Robertson Quay #01-04, Singapore 238252, p. +65 6235 1225. Opens Mon-Fri 5pm – 12am and Sat-Sun 10.30am – 12am.

Take a sip of Empathy Wines

If you do not recognize Gary Vaynerchuk, you don’t get to call yourself a true wine connoisseur. A celebrity and expert in the spirits industry, Gary has teamed up alongside online wine store Vinomofo to launch his brainchild – Empathy Wines – in just three cities around the world and yes, that include Singapore. How fortunate are we? The Empathy Rosé 2018, a bold mixture of Californian grapes comprising of grenache, syrah and pinot noir, is crisp and dry. Perfect for the sultry weather.

Available at Vinomofo.

Get a sugar rush with Paradise Dynasty’s Brown Sugar Lava Xiao Long Bao

There was the on-trend brown sugar bubble tea, and now Paradise Dynasty has jumped into the bandwagon to introduce Singapore’s one and only Brown Sugar Lava Xiao Long Bao. To be fair, we haven’t tried this rendition – though they are known for unique flavours like cheese, foie gras, and truffle in their soup dumplings. The good news? Simply upload a photo of the dish onto social media, and be awarded a complimentary basket consisting of five Brown Sugar Lava Xiao Long Bao.

Available now till 30 June 2019. Paradise Dynasty is located at 3 Temasek Boulevard Suntec City Mall #B1-110, Singapore 038983, p. +65 6336 4048. Opens Mon-Fri 11am – 10pm and Sat-Sun 10.30am – 10pm.

Indulge in an Asian-inspired buffet at 15 Stamford by Alvin Leung

If you have a big tummy to fill and prefer your nosh grilled, head on down to the Asian-centric 15 Stamford by Alvin Leung for soulful favourites and new plates by Executive Sous Chef Douglas Tay, who recently joined after a stint steering Resort World Sentosa’s Osia Steak & Seafood Grill. From roasted Whole Lamb to Grilled Beef Striploin in Rendang, we’re truly spoilt for choice as it’s all free-flow! That’s also not excluding an array of seafood catch and sweet treats to end your meal on a lavish note.

15 Stamford by Alvin Leung is located at 15 Stamford Rd, Singapore 178906, p. +65 6715 6871. Opens daily 12.30pm – 3pm and 6pm – 10.30pm.