New Restaurants

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Milli: Sky Dining & Bar
The newest dining and lifestyle addition to National Gallery Singapore is Milli, a double-storey destination comprising of Milli: Sky Dining & Bar (Level 6) — an intimate rooftop setting where Chef LG Han and Vijay Mudaliar present a forward-looking expression of Singaporean cuisine and cocktails. The menu here is rooted in the flavours of Singaporean cuisine presented in contemporary ways, where lunch starts from S$38 for a 2-course set with add-on ala carte items available to order. [Read more here for our full review]       
Address: 1 St Andrew’s Road, #05-02, #06-01 National Gallery Singapore, Singapore 178957 

Bar Kap 
One of the most unexpected locations for a bar in Singapore. I first visited The House of Tan Yeok Nee early this year for Loca Niru, and there is a new addition to the historic building – Bar Kap, a cocktail bar housed in the last of Singapore’s Four Grand Mansions. Adjacent to the bar is also Jing Studio, a contemporary tea house in a minimalist setting. The cocktail program here is designed around the building’s layered history drawing on themes of Teochew heritage.For food, the menu is quite straightforward with a decent selection of bite-size snacks and heartier portions. [Read more here for our full review]       
Address: The House of Tan Yeok Nee, 101 Penang Road, Singapore 238466 

Hikiniku To Come 
Located on the first floor of VivoCity, the viral hamburg steak Hikiniku To Come has finally landed on our shores in Singapore. The space of Hikiniku To Come Singapore at VivoCity is designed around an intimate counter-style configuration where diners sit in a semi-circle surrounding the central open kitchen and smoking binchotan charcoal grills. Simplicity is key here. There is only one choice on the menu: The Hikiniku To Come Set (S$27.90++). For this price, you get three freshly grilled beef patties, a bowl of miso soup, a raw egg, and free-flow Japanese rice. Sides to add on if you wish include the likes of Potato Salad with Minced Meat (S$7.90) and Raw Kimchi (S$7.90). [Read more here for our full review]     
Address: 1 Habourfront Walk, #01-102/103 (Lobby F VivoCity), Singapore 098585 

Casa Mori
Located in Dempsey, I checked out the newly opened Casa Mori, a modern Asian fusion concept which is a collaboration between local Chef Willin Low and Spanish Chef José Alonso who is also behind Spanish restaurant Kulto. The name Casa means home in Spanish while Mori means forest in Japanese, where the interior of the restaurant takes on a soothing and neutral tone ambience. The menu is designed to be ideal for sharing, mainly organised by small plates, large plates, sides, pastas, and desserts. [Read more here for our full review]  
Address: 11 Dempsey Road, #01-17, Singapore 249673   

Kong Madam
Singaporeans love Korean food, and Kong Madam is the newest addition to the bustling enclave of Bugis located at Guoco Midtown II along Tan Quee Lan Street. Helmed under a pedigree tied to Kang Ho Dong, the space of Kong Madam takes on a modern hanok-style look and it focuses on traditional Gangneung-style soft tofu, churned fresh daily. Choose from the combo set meals or go ala carte where the menu offers a wide variety of meats and soontofu combinations. Every set includes a bubbling stone pot of stew, hot stone pot rice (sotbap), free-flow barley tea, and a lineup of banchan (side dishes) featuring quail eggs, kimchi, and surprisingly, a whole, small deep-fried fish. [Read more here for our full review]    
Address: 20 Tan Quee Lan Street, #01-02/03 Guoco Midtown II, Singapore 188107 

Bae Sik Dang
Tanjong Pagar is synonymous with Korean food, and there is always room for one more Korean restaurant. The newest addition to the buzzing district is Bae Sik Dang, a retro-inspired Korean BBQ concept that takes its design cues from 1960s Seoul and references from the historic pear orchards of old Gangnam. It is open daily until 3am, which makes it an ideal late-night supper or post-drinks spot. The culinary focus here is highly specific — Naengsam, which is premium pork flash-frozen at an ultra-low -60°C and precision-sliced to a paper-thin 3mm thickness. In terms of grilling-style, the pork is is grilled the old-school way on foil-lined tabletop grills. [Read more here for our full review]  
Address: 48 Tanjong Pagar Road, Singapore 088469 

Visitors
A slice of Seoul in Tanjong Pagar? A new cafe concept by Gold Moon Restaurant Group which runs concepts like Seoul Noodle Shop and Tonshou, Visitors cafe is located at Tanjong Pagar Plaza and is proving to be a hit. The space exudes that effortless and laid-back aesthetic of Seoul’s trendy Seongsu-dong neighbourhood. The interior is beautifully framed by floor-to-ceiling glass windows that welcome plenty of natural light, where I like the soft textures of its interior such as the warm wood, low-slung sofas, and ambient lamps. It does feel like a living room, which makes it really cosy.Sandwiches and croissant are big on the menu here, so if you are a carb light person, the food options might not be up your alley. [Read more here for our full review]    
Address: 7 Tanjong Pagar Plaza, #01-106, Singapore 081007 

Buzzing Restaurants

New 7-course Degustation Menu At Scotts Grill
Has it been 25 years already? Located at One Fullerton just beside Shoukouwa, the Two Michelin-starred Saint Pierre is led by Chef-Owner Emmanuel Stroobant. The restaurant overlooks the marina, and it is a beautiful view of iconic landmarks in Singapore like Marina Bay Sands and Singapore Flyer. The food at Saint Pierre reflects an expression of contemporary French cuisine guided by subtle Asian influences. In celebration of their 25^th year milestone, the restaurant launched a specially curated Anniversary Appreciation Menu, available from April through to the end of June from Tuesdays to Thursdays. It is a four-course dinner menu priced at $288++ per person. [Read more here for our full review]   
Address:1 Fullerton Road, #02-02B, One Fullerton, Singapore 049213 

Capella Singapore Debuts Its First-ever Afternoon Tea 
Hosted at Tanah Merah I, one of two restored Tanah Merah colonial bungalows dating back to the 1880s, the Afternoon Tea at Capella subtly draws inspiration from Sentosa’s lesser-known history as a pineapple plantation. Available every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., this is also Capella Singapore’sfirst official Afternoon Tea experience. Expect a curated selection of savoury bites and artisanal pastries, complemented by freshly baked scones, premium teas, and optional Champagne and caviar pairings. Highlights from the menu include Pineapple Sorbet with Lemongrass Consommé and Lime Cremeux; Brittany Blue Lobster Roll with Cocktail Sauce; Blueberry Religieuse with Mascarpone Chantilly and freshly baked artisanal scones served with Rodda’s Cornish clotted cream and house-made pineapple jam. The curated tea programme features Capella Singapore’s Signature White Peony and Melon tea alongside classic selections such as Jade Sword, Earl Grey, and Chrysanthemum tea. Afternoon Tea at Capella Singapore is priced at S$88++ per person and S$44++ per child (12 years and under). 
Address: 1 The Knolls, Sentosa Island, Singapore 098297

New Communal Menu At Fire at 1-Atico 
Fire at 1-Atico has one of the most gorgeous views of Orchard Road and beyond. The Argentinian restaurant just launched a new Communal Menu, a curated sharing experience highlighting the soulful flavours of Argentina. Dishes to expect for dinner include shared starters like Traditional Argentine Stew (Locro Criollo), a Smoked King Crab, Mussels & Patagonian Prawn Tartlet, and a Knife-cut Beef Tenderloin Empanada. For mains, there are options to choose from such as their Slow-Roasted Lamb Shoulder with Mint Chimichurri; Grilled Argentinian Ribeye or OP Rib for two. The meal concludes with a Flan de Dulce de Leche and Alfajores de Chocolate! 
Address: 2 Orchard Turn, #55-01 ION Orchard, Singapore 238801 

Butter Tgt Is Now At Neil Road 
Butter Tgt has relocated from Duxton Road to Neil Road where the space is much bigger than before. Their brunch options include dishes like grilled cheese sandwich and grilled chicken sando, amidst other bakes like cookies, banana cake and of course, madeleines. It is quite a different vibe from its previous Duxton space, but we must say it is a good addition to Neil Road in the day! 
Address: 55 Neil Road, Singapore 088892

Breakfast Grill Opens At Guoco Tower 
No longer exclusively in the east along east coast road, the newly opened outlet of Breakfast Grill is located in Tanjong Pagar right at Guoco Tower. It is a modern and minimalist space which makes it a great quick lunch or post workout option, where there is a wide variety of sammies. The basic cheese sandwich itself passes with that perfect cheese pull.  
Address: 7 Wallich Street, #01 – 06, Singapore 078884 

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