The Weekly Grub: 5 Things to Eat & Drink This Week
PUBLISHED August 31st, 2016 02:56 pm | UPDATED May 14th, 2018 11:54 am
This week, have a taste of a brand new dining concept at Open Door Policy; weekend brunch at Kaiserhaus and Morton’s; a refreshed lunch menu at Maggie Joan’s, and more!
Open Door Policy Launches Gluten- and Dairy-Free Menu
Taking cue from the success of its sister eatery Open Farm Community, Tiong Bahru’s green-fingered gourmet spot Open Door Policy has introduced a brand new dining concept that’s 100% gluten- and dairy-free, all while staying true to its DNA of wholesome Western and Contemporary Asian flavours.
Think dishes like Vegan Macaroni with Portobello Bolognese gratin and bechamel and a fork-tender Braised Veal Ossobuco with sunny carrot risotto and watercress – made possible by ODP’s Head Chef Daniele Sperindio’s knowledge of alternative food sources, substitute ingredients, and general culinary mastery.
Open Door Policy is located at 19 Yong Siak Street, Singapore 168650, p. 6221 9307. Open Mon-Fri 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 11pm, Sat-Sun 11am – 3.30pm, 6pm – 11pm.
Royal Sunday Brunch at Kaiserhaus
Dine like royalty on Sundays with Kaiserhaus’ new sumptuous semi-buffet brunch. At the Austrian-Hungarian restaurant, dig into a leisurely three-course menu ($48++, or $88 for free-flow alcohol) with a spread of Central European starters from an elaborate buffet of cold cuts, soups, and salads.
Then choose a main from a selection of Szegediner Goulash, Grillhendl, Cordon Bleu, or the all-time favourite Wiener Schnizel, a tender veal cutlet fried to golden perfection and served with traditional Austrian potato salad. End the meal the classic Austrian way: with a good helping of Apple Strudel, the world-famous chocolate Sachertorte, or the Kaiserhaus Raspberry Truffle Cake.
Sunday Brunch is available from 11am – 2pm. Kaiserhaus is located at Capitol Theatre 17 Stamford Road #02-06, Singapore 178907.
A New Lunch Affair at Maggie Joan’s 
Maggie Joan’s Chef Oliver is back with an expanded lunch menu of contemporary Mediterranean dishes. The lunch exclusives – meant to satiate the executive crowd and adventurous foodies alike – include dishes like the hearty Gypsy-style Chickpea Stew ($16) with baked egg and chorizo, and the succulent 400g Stockyard Strip Loin & Salsa Verde ($88). Add on sides like mixed salads, delicious hand-cut chips sprinkled with rosemary and ricotta, or pickled cucumber to complete your lunch. Of course, the wonderful selection of old world wines, beers, and homemade sodas still stands.
Maggie Joan’s is located at 110 Amoy Street #01-01, Singapore 069930, p. 6221 5564. Open Mon-Fri 12pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 11pm, Sat 6pm – 11pm.
Sunday Lunch at Morton’s Steakhouse
There’s a new Sunday lunch at Morton’s. From 4 September, their doors will be open for lunch on Sundays, complete with a bold selection of Bloody Mary cocktails (choose from The Classic, The Dirty Mary Martini, and the Colossal Bloody Mary Salad). Featuring a decadent three-course menu, your choices includes a 160z Slow Roast Prime Rib served with mash, Morton’s famous Centre-Cut Iceberg, signature Lobster Bisque, Short Rib Bolognese, and desserts like velvety Double Chocolate Mousse or tangy Key Lime Pie. Prices start from $65++, depending on your cravings. Now, you don’t have to wait till dinner time to feast!
Morton’s Sunday Lunch Set Menu is available on Sundays from 12pm – 3pm. Morton’s The Steakhouse is located at 5 Raffles Avenue, Marina Square, Singapore, p. 6339 3740.
Tippling Club hosts Four Hands Dinner: From Bilbao to Singapore
Immerse in the soul of Nerua at Guggenheim Bilbao as its head chef Josean Alija comes down to Singapore in a one-night-only four hands dinner, priced at $295++ for an eight-course menu ($390++ with wine pairing). In collaboration with Chef Ryan Clift of Tippling Club, the pair will be showcasing their mastery of the kitchen by preparing four signature courses each, including Chef Josean’s Cod Kokotxa with Green Pepper Pilpil Sauce and Chef Ryan’s crowd-favourite Crab with Nashi Pear, Sisho Puree, and Yuzu.
Four Hands Dinner: From Bilbao to Singapore is happening on Thursday, 8 September 2016, 7pm. Tippling Club is located at 38 Tanjong Pagar Road, Singapore 088461, p. 64752217.
