Brenda Ash in FoodFood & DrinksSingapore

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

PUBLISHED August 15th, 2018 06:00 am

This week, a Korean Mexican fiesta awaits with tempting new dishes at VATOS Urban Tacos. If you’re out looking for an afternoon snack, the Atrium Lounge at Marina Mandarin has new teatime treats; burger fans, get down with mezza9’s plant-based burgers and Three Buns Tupac-inspired bun.

New Plant-based Burgers at mezza9

For the first time in mezza9 history, they’re launching meatless burger surprises that serves to be just as much as a knockout as your conventional meat patties. Choose from the Classic Cheeseburger or Modern Asian Burger ($25++ each); both feature a plant-based patty. Complete with vegan cheddar, vegan mayo, and pickled gherkins, who could go wrong with the Classic Cheeseburger? The Modern Asian Burger, on the other hand, is loaded with with mezza9’s Asian slaw, furikake, sriracha, pickled daikon and ginger, and wasabi mayo. From 16 – 18 August, get these burgers at a steal of $10 nett from a food truck parked along the Grand Hyatt Singapore’s driveway.

mezza9 is located at 10 Scotts Rd, Grand Hyatt Singapore, Singapore 228211, p. +65 6732 1234. Open Mon – Thu 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 10.30pm, Fri – Sat 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 11pm, Sun 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 10.30pm.

il Cielo Launches Interactive Omakase Dining With Chef de Cuisine Yohhei Sasaki

For an omakase experience like no other, il Cielo Restaurant at Hilton Singapore is fusing Japanese cuisine and classic Italian fare, alongside a great view from the roof of the hotel. Priced at $158++ for seven courses, Chef de Cuisine Yohhei Sasaki serves up a masterful presentation of flavours with seasonal ingredients, including Japanese ayu fish, Hokkaido uni, zucchini, and Italian octopus. Reservations need to be made three days in advance.

il Cielo Restaurant is located at 581 Orchard Rd, Hilton Singapore, Level 24, Singapore 238883, p. +65 6730 3395. Open Mon – Fri 12pm – 2.30pm, 7pm – 10.30pm, Sat 7pm – 10.30pm. Closed Sun.

VATOS Urban Tacos’ Launches New Dishes to Add to its Korean-Mexican Menu

The idea of “Vatos”, which translates to “men” or “dudes” in Mexican was hatched by three Korean-American men who wanted to bring about an usual dining experience intertwining the intense flavours of Mexican and Korean cusine. Popular for its sought-after Kimchi Carnitas Fries, Galbi Tacos, and Spicy Chicken Quesadillas, VATOS Urban Taco’s is perking up their menu with exciting new offerings for you to savour. Guaranteed to make any wandering gourmand drool, make new favourites with their Cheeseburger Spring Rolls, Kimchi Galbi Grilled Cheese, Chargrilled Chicken Fajita Platter and more!

VATOS Urban Tacos’ is located at 6 Beach Rd, Singapore 189766, p. +65 6385 6010. Open Mon 5.30pm – 11pm, Tue – Thu 12pm – 11pm, Fri – Sat 12pm – 12am, Sun 12pm – 11pm.

New Heritage High Tea at Marina Mandarin Singaproe

Brimming with good ol’ Singapore flavours, Marina Mandarin Singapore’s newly launched Heritage High Tea consists of traditional tea-time favourites and some of the country’s signature culinary creations. Served on a three-tier stand, reach out for treats such as Croque Monsieur, a chicken bak kayu and cheese sandwich garnished with a dollop of chicken floss and the Singapore Chilli Crab, crab meat prepared with homemade chilli paste and accompanied by charcoal buns. End your tea session with an Éclair holding rich, smooth durian custard.

Atrium Lounge is located at 6 Raffles Boulevard, Marina Mandarin Singapore, Level 4 Singapore 039595, p. +65 +65 6845 1111. Open Mon – Thu 10.30am – 1am, Fri – Sat 10.30am – 2am, Sun 10.30am – 1am.

Tribute Burgers Vol.2

Available exclusively at Potato Head Singapore till October, Three Buns honour one of the most iconic and influential rappers of all time, Tupac Shakur, with their legendary 2Stac Shakur ($22++). Get ready for a spicy mouthful of double-stacked fried Sakura chicken, with accoutrements of smoky Sriracha, Hennessy mayonnaise, and pickled daikon. The burger is finished with hot mofo buffalo sauce which just happens to be Tupac’s all time favourite dressing.

Potato Head Singapore is located at 36 Keong Saik Road, Singapore 089143, p. +65 6327 1939. Open Tue – Sun 11am – 12am. Closed Mon.

Top image: VATOS Urban Tacos’

Brenda Ash

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.

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