Ah Easter: the perfect excuse for brunches, family fun and endless chocolate egg hunts (and egg-related puns). Seeing as how we might be stuck in Singapore come Easter weekend, we might as well make the best of it – keeping in mind social distancing and proper sanitation, of course. These are the egg-cellent (sorry) buffets and delights awaiting you this 2020, courtesy of Singapore’s vibrant food and hospitality scene.
The Line
Shangri-La’s the Line is a legendary international buffet that is vaunted as one of the best in Singapore. With 16 live stations, sumptuous delights prepared a la minute and resplendent interior design, what more could you ask for? On Easter, you can. As part of their Easter weekend celebrations, expect face painting (on Apr 10 and 12) and balloon sculpting (Apr 11 and 12) to entertain your kids whilst you sup (undisturbed) on holiday highlights like sous vide beef tenderloin, foie gras creme brulee and baked Boston lobster slathered in hollandaise. Expect saccharine Easter-themed treats, and free-flow champagne, wine and other drinks if you opt for the Easter brunch on Apr 12. The egg-cellent experience is available all the way through Good Friday (Apr 10) lunch to Easter Sunday (Apr 12) brunch.
Read more here. Lower lobby, Tower Wing, Shangri-La Hotel Singapore. Tel: 6213-4398.
J65
For more family-focused free-flow Easter brunches, head down to J65. Highlights include Singapore-chili-crab-style slipper lobster with crispy mantou, slow-roasted beef striploin and of course, an Easter-themed dessert bar. Available on Apr 12 from 12pm to 3pm.
Read more here. Level 1, Hotel Jen Tanglin Singapore by Shangri-La. Tel: 6831-4374.
The Rose Veranda
The Rose Veranda brings more to high tea than dainty tea cups, warm scones and artisanal marmalade. Having served high tea since 1991, the restaurant delivers a selection of savoury items like classic beef wellington, a selection of cheese for the turophiles or salt-baked salmon. But for high tea, it’s really all about sugary desserts and buttery pastries: highlights include the chocolate hazelnut tourbillon tart, coconut mango passionfruit sunny side up and more. Adults can choose from refillable cups of tea or coffee (they have more than 50 varieties of premium tea leaves) while children can enjoy a heartwarming hot chocolate. Available from Apr 10 – 12, with two seatings at 11.30am and 3pm.
Mezzanine level, Tower Wing, Shangri-La Hotel Singapore. Tel: 6213-4398.
Racines
Head down to Racines for a medley of authentic French delicacies, local Chinese treats and sweet Easter-themed assortments, all prepared a la minute. From escargot ragout, to black pepper stir-fried Wagyu and chargrilled rock lobster adorned in bearnaise, there’s a little something for everyone. Thanks to floor-to-ceiling windows and a dynamic open-kitchen concept, diners can look forward to a visual treat of chefs preparing food atop Marrone stoves, or admire the panoramic city views. This eclectic Easter brunch wouldn’t be complete without fun for the family: expect balloon sculptures and an appearance by the Easter bunny to lead diners on an Easter egg hunt. Available on Apr 12 from 12.30pm to 3.30pm.
Read more here. Level 5, Sofitel Singapore City Centre. Tel: 6428-5000.
Beach Road Kitchen
Expect sheer extravagance at Beach Road Kitchen’s champagne brunch buffet: a towering centrepiece of Alaskan king crabs, poached Maine lobsters and freshly shucked oysters dominates the dining room, while unlimited flutes of Moet Chandon Grand Vintage 2020 keeps the night going. Apart from the seafood feast, highlights include hulking tomahawk steaks, grilled Iberico pork and eggs done in a myriad of ways – keeping in theme with Easter. Young ones will stand to be entertained by magic shows, balloon sculpting and Easter Egg hunts. Available on Apr 12 from 12pm to 3pm.
JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach. Tel: 6818-1913.
Alley on 25
The culinary hub of Andaz Singapore features an eclectic mix of different cuisines using fresh, premium ingredients. For Easter, expect delights such as slow-roasted sirloin, baked salmon drizzled with beurre blanc and free-flow seafood on ice. The children will be kept entertained (leaving you to feast in peace) with activities like an Easter egg hunt, face painting and others culminating in a giant chocolate egg smash. Opt to splurge and get unlimited tipples, wines and beers. Available on Apr 11 and 12, 12pm to 3pm.
Read more here. Level 25, Andaz Singapore. Tel: 6408-1288.
Origin Grill
Origin Grill’s chef Heidi Flanagan brings a philosophy of togetherness and respect for ingredients to the restaurant’s culinary delights: perfect for Easter. Prepare to indulge on an opulent three-course menu, starting off with options like Fremantle octopus and duck breast. Thereafter, a main of Aussie pork, lamb rump or John Stone ribeye. And of course, no Easter lunch is complete without sweets: a mango blueberry compote topped with sugar-cured egg yolk or coconut milk-infused rice with mango caviar awaits. Available for lunch on Apr 12 with two seatings available at 11am and 1pm.
Read more here. Lobby level, Tower Wing, Shangri-La Hotel Singapore. Tel: 6213-4398.
Marriott Cafe
Drop by the Marriott Cafe this Easter weekend for a bountiful international feast that’ll leave you spoilt for choice. Think seafood on ice, a dedicated cold salmon section and a beech oven with slow-roasted carnivorous delights. Live foie gras and pasta stations, as well as a pick of classic Asian favourites and other oceanic morsels like oysters Rockefeller and grilled scallops, round out the culinary experience. End off the meal with a massive selection of desserts, including Easter-inspired treats like giant chocolate egg tiramisu. While adults can sip on alcoholic beverages (including mimosas and sangria made on the spot), children will be delighted by the live milkshake section.
Read more here. Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza. Tel: 6831-4605
Dolce Vita
For an Italian-themed Easter, you can’t do better than Dolce Vita. Authentic Italian cuisine mixed with effortlessly chic decor, not to mention an outstanding wine list, provides guests with everything they need to commemorate the day. Highlights of their Easter brunch include torta pasqualina, a traditional quiche to celebrate Easter in Italy, roasted lamb rack and Easter chocolate bonbon praline. Top up a little more to get free-flow access to R de Ruinart champagne and a selection of wines. Available on Apr 11 and 12, 12pm to 3pm.
Read more here. Mandarin Oriental Singapore. Tel: 6885-3500.
The White Rabbit
The White Rabbit is a hilltop getaway perfect for a serene Easter brunch. Expect classy decor such as modern light fixtures and a towering stained glass window as well as endless delights like Australian Wagyu ribeye carving station, a live egg station and premium seafood platter. After the brunch, kids can play on the lawns and relax on the swings while partaking of the candy floss and popcorn machines. Available on Apr 12. First seating is from 10am to 10.30am, while the second seating is from 12.30pm to 1.30pm and includes either a glass of Bluecoat gin and tonic or flute of Duval-Leroy Brut.
Read more here. 39C Harding Road. Tel: 6473-9965
Zafferano Italian Restaurant & Lounge
Come to Zafferano for an exquisite Easter brunch, complete with free-flow wine or champagne. Begin with the classic torta pasqualina, a popular Easter quiche in Italy before feasting on a delightful seafood medley including seasonal oysters, tuna carpaccio and stewed mussels and clams. Thereafter, enjoy creamy pumpkin ravioli and beef lasagne before filling up on Tuscan roasted lamb leg. Finally, expect the usual Easter sweet treats including hand-crafted chocolate eggs and the pastiera napoletana, a scrumptious mix of ricotta cheese, candied orange and eggs. Available from Apr 11, 12pm to 3pm.
Level 43, Ocean Financial Centre. Tel: 6509-1488.
Si Chuan Dou Hua Restaurant
Head to PARKROYAL on Beach Road to add some classic Si Chuan flair to your Easter egg-stravaganza. Chef Zeng Feng delivers Oriental delights like braised bean curd in spicy minced meat sauce, smoked fish with meat sauce and the fiery Sichuan dan dan noodles. You’ll also get a show with their unique over-the-shoulder method of serving tea. For every S$100 spent, guests will get a chance to win attractive prizes worth a total of $10,000 including a staycation at PARKROYAL, repeat eight-course meal at Si Chuan Dou Hua Restaurant or buffet dinner vouchers at Ginger. Available from Apr 1 to 12, lunch and dinner.
PARKROYAL on Beach Road. Tel: 6505-5722.
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