The Weekly Grub: 5 things to Eat and Drink in Singapore This Week

This week, go wild with Brazilian-inspired bites at Origin Grill & Bar and give in to temptation with layers of creamy goodness at the Grand Hyatt. If you’re craving for a beefy bite, Fat Belly is around to fire you up with some unconventional steaks!

The White Rabbit Celebrates a Decade of Delight

As lively and thriving Singapore’s food industry can be,  restaurants still need to give it their all to stand out from stiff competition from other food stops. The White Rabbit is an example of an establishment that survived the F & B crunch with its beloved mod-European dishes. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the White Rabbit brings you an exclusive five-course dinner menu ($108++ per person) celebrating age-old classics. Available through September and October, taste a decade’s worth of mouthwatering delectables such as the Turbot Meunière, Rangers Valley Wagyu Carpaccio, and Crêpes Suzette

The White Rabbit is located at 39C Harding Road, Singapore 249541, p.+65  6473 9965. Open Tue – Fri 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 10.30pm, Sat – Sun 10.30am – 3pm, 6.30pm – 10.30pm. Closed Mon. 

Fat Belly Fires Up an Alternative Steak Experience

Instead of using traditional sirloin and tenderloin cuts, Fat Belly looks to introduce diners to lesser-known cuts that don’t compromise on tenderness and flavour. Start with three hors d’oeuvres including the sizzling hot Wagyu Intercoastal Skewer before moving on to the Grilled Wagyu Tri-Tip that steals the spotlight as a main. Your dessert plate is served with a satisfying Molten Chocolate Lava Cake with a raspberry filling, served with fresh vanilla cinnamon gelato.

Fat Belly is located at 10 Jalan Serene, Serene Centre, #01-04, Singapore 258748, p. +65 6314 2247. Open Mon – Thu 6pm – 10pm, Fri – Sat 6pm – 11pm, Sun 6pm – 10pm. 

Neon Pigeon Launches New Artisanal Cocktail Menu

Pushing the limits of mixology, Neon Pigeon transforms traditional cocktails into their own daring interpretations of classics. With eighteen new inventive concoctions, the refreshing Is It A Margarita ($22) is an essential, with a wonderful blend of tequila and sake, mixed with Suze for a delightful herbal aftertaste. In contrast, the Not Classic ($19) takes a step towards cold brew coffee, with cinnamon wood smoke, coffee liqueur and chocolate bitters infused for a more intense flavour. Other absorbing creations include the zesty Citrus (S$21) and the bold Wasabi Drop (S$19).

Neon Pigeon is located at 1 Keong Saik Road, #01-03, Singapore 089109, p. +65 6222 3623. Open Mon – Sat 6pm – 12am. Closed Sun.

Four Hands Collaboration: Origin Grill X Brazil MasterChef Winner Pablo Oazen 

From 10 to 14 September 2018, join MasterChef Brazil Professionals 2017 winner, Chef Pablo, as he cooks up a quality-driven menu along with Origin Grill’s Chef Heidi Flanagan. With ingredients sourced both locally and internationally, choose from a set lunch menu by Chef Pablo and a 5-course collaborative dinner menu with Chef Heidi. From Green Apple Cannelloni with oyster, cucumber and coriander to Moqueado fish with banana and Brazilian hearts of Palma, you’ll definitely notice the brilliant techniques Chef Pablo uses that pays homage to his home country. The set lunch is priced at $54++ for two courses and $74++ for three courses; the 5-course dinner is priced at $178++.

Origin Grill & Bar is located at 22 Orange Grove Road, Shangri-La Hotel, Tower Wing, Lobby Level, Singapore 258350, p. +65 6213 4398. Open daily 12pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 10.30pm.

Desserts and Bites: Chef Robert “Buttercup” Nieto X 10 Scotts

Looking for instant gratification? No one does it better than the award-winning, Chef Robert Nieto. Recognised by Dessert Professional Magazine as one of America’s top pastry chefs, pick up some Chocolate-Blueberry Profiterole for a lip-smacking treat that’s worth the calories or savour other offerings from the assortment of meat, seafood, and vegetarian sandwiches. Available from 12 September to 12 October 2018, this limited collaboration with 10 Scotts presents a harmonious marriage of decadent flavours that would put a smile on even the most discerning connoisseur.

10 Scotts is located at 10 Scotts Road, Grand Hyatt Singapore, Lobby Level, Singapore 228211, p. +65 +65 6738 1234. Open Mon – Thu 2pm – 11pm, Fri – Sat 12pm – 1am. Closed Sun.

Top image: The White Rabbit

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A water junkie who never strays from her intake of H20, it is perfectly normal to spot her at cafés and bars with her trusty 1.5L bottle. Often out and about, Brenda savours the taste for new experiences, not without her bottle companion of course.