Michelin-starred Epicurean Experiences in Orchard Road

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Alma by Juan Amador

Alma is Spanish for “soul”, and soul is exactly what Alma by Juan Amador aims to infuse into your guests’ dining experience. Your clients can bask in the ambience and rich history of Goodwood Park Hotel as they savour Asian-inspired modern-European cuisine. At just S$39++, one can enjoy Alma’s three-course set lunch menu, which changes according to seasonal ingredients. Alma by Juan Amador was awarded one Michelin star in 2018 and its most highly recommended dishes include Beef Tartare and Bresse Quail. Customised menus for groups are available upon request.

Address: Goodwood Park Hotel, 22 Scotts Road

Opening hours: Mon-Fri noon-2.30pm, 6-10pm; Sat 6-10pm

Seating capacity: Up to 80 pax for large bookings

Website: alma.sg

To book: Call +65 6735 9937 or email gillian@alma.sg (Trade contact: Gillian)

béni

béni combines concepts of French fine dining with premium Japanese produce, to bring diners on a gastronomic journey that comprises a series of courses. Wine and sake pairings are discerningly crafted by this one-Michelin-starred restaurant for each of their courses, and Royal Blue Tea from Kanazawa, Japan is offered up as an alternative for guests who prefer non-alcoholic drinks. béni is led by the acclaimed Chef Kenji Yamanaka, whose culinary journey has seen him work in three-Michelin-starred restaurants across Japan and France. Chef Kenji’s signature dish at béni is his fried Amadai fish, where the scales are left on for a crispy texture on the outside, while the fish stays succulent on the inside. The restaurant has two private rooms that are available for bookings, both of which can accommodate eight to ten pax each. Group packages too are available upon request.

Address: Mandarin Gallery, 333A Orchard Road #02-37

Opening hours: Mon-Sat noon-3pm, 7-10pm

Seating capacity: 24 pax

Website: beni-sg.com

To book: Call +65 8322 8789 or email melody@brand-cellar.com (Trade contact: Melody Ling)

Iggy's

At Iggy’s, guests are introduced to an innovative blend of European and Asian influences that uses fresh ingredients from around the world. Named after owner Ignatius Chan, Iggy’s has been awarded one star for the past two years. Your clients can take their pick from Iggy’s wine list, which comprises over 25,000 bottles, including their very own special blends: Iggy’s Pinot Noir and Iggy’s Reserve. The menu at Iggy’s is ever-changing and always features new seasonal ingredients, presented in charming aesthetics.

Address: Hilton Singapore, 581 Orchard Road Level 3

Opening hours: Tue-Sat noon-1.30pm, 7-9.30pm

Seating capacity: 42 pax

Website: iggys.com.sg

To book: Call +65 6732 2234 or email janice.wong@iggys.com.sg (Trade contact: Janice Wong)

Jiang-Nan Chun

Jiang-Nan Chun provides your guests with a regal backdrop to unmatched Cantonese cuisine. Jiang-Nan Chun’s one-Michelin-starred menu matches the elegance of its location, Four Seasons Hotel Singapore, with their signature dim sum (bite-sized portions of food served in steamer baskets or small plates) and delicate double-boiled soups. The restaurant’s renowned Peking Duck is painstakingly prepared for over 14 hours; its skin is separated from its fat before the duck is smoked in a mesquite wood oven to achieve crackling, crispy skin, while the meat inside remains succulent. Your guests can enjoy the Peking Duck served with a dab of caviar carved tableside by the chef. The restaurant accepts group bookings of up to 40 pax.

Address: Four Seasons Hotel, 190 Orchard Boulevard

Opening hours: Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 6-10.30pm

Seating capacity: 120 pax

Website: fourseasons.com/singapore/dining/restaurants/jiang_nan_chun

To book: Call +65 6831 7220 or email jnc.sin@fourseasons.com

Les Amis

Three-Michelin-starred Les Amis presents diners with an authentic French dining experience that is coupled with an extensive range of fine wines and impeccable service in an elegantly modern setting. Chef Sebastien's unique style involves pure French haute cuisine, while focusing on the natural flavours of ingredients, to ensure a delightful complement to the local climate and palates. Today, 90% of the produce used at Les Amis are flown in from France. The restaurant offers set menus for lunch and dinner that are highlighted by dishes like Cold Angel Hair Pasta with Caviar & Black Truffle, and Crab Frivolité with Caviar & Smoked Salmon Brunoise. Wine pairings and a la carte menus are available upon request. Specially tailored dining experiences for parties of eight to 70 pax are available too.

Address: Shaw Centre, 1 Scotts Road #01-16

Opening hours: Daily noon-2pm, 7-9pm

Seating capacity: 102 pax

Website: lesamis.com.sg

To book: Call +65 6733 2225 or email lessalons@lesamis.com.sg for large groups

Shisen Hanten by Chen Kentaro

Invite your clients to taste the bold flavours of Szechuan at Shisen Hanten, whose history dates back to 1958 in Yokohama, Japan, where it was started by Japan’s “Father of Szechuan Cuisine”, the late chef Chen Kenmin. His legacy was carried on by his son, celebrity chef Chen Kenichi, who is best known for his time on Iron Chef. Third-generation chef Chen Kentaro, a rising star in Japan’s culinary ranks, takes on the family’s culinary mantle with Shisen Hanten’s Singapore branch. Szechuan cuisine is known to titillate the tongue with numbing spices and animated flavours. Some of the best examples of this would be chef Kentaro’s signature dishes, which include Mapo Doufu and Sauteed Chicken & Chilli Pepper. Having been awarded two stars for the past three years, Shisen Hanten is Singapore’s highest-rated Chinese restaurant in the MICHELIN guide.

Address: Mandarin Orchard Singapore, 333 Orchard Road Level 35 Orchard Wing

Opening hours: Mon-Fri noon-3pm, 6-10pm; Sat-Sun 11am-12.45pm, 1-2.45pm, 6-10pm

Seating capacity: 80 pax

Website: shisenhanten.com.sg

To book: Call +65 6831 6266 or email Francine.loh@meritushotels.com (Trade contact: Francine)

Sushi Kimura

At Sushi Kimura, visitors are presented with the opportunity to experience classic Edomae-style sushi (seaweed-and-rice sushi). The restaurant procures the finest of even the most basic ingredients like rice, vinegar and water, which ensures that diners enjoy the best sushi experience possible. Fresh fish from Tokyo is carefully pressed on top of Special A-grade rice from Yamagata, which is cooked using Hokkaido spring water and seasoned with premium organic vinegar from Kyoto. Your clients can soak in its minimalist décor as the scent of the sushi counter, made of 150-year-old Hinoki wood, pleasantly drifts through the restaurant. This calming atmosphere is meant to lead them to focus on each dish in front of them, which has been carefully crafted by Master Chef Tomoo Kimura. Sushi Kimura was awarded one Michelin star in 2018. Large group bookings are available at a minimum combined spend of S$180++ for lunch and S$330++ per pax for dinner. Online booking is preferred at this restaurant.

Address: Palais Renaissance, 390 Orchard Road #01-07

Opening hours: Tue & Fri 12.30-3pm, 7-10pm; Wed, Thu, Sat & Sun noon-3pm, 7-10pm

Seating capacity: 22 pax

Website: sushikimura.com.sg

To book: Call +65 6734 3520 or email reservations@sushikimura.com.sg

The Song of India

The Song of India sets the standard for luxury Indian fine dining in Singapore. Boasting a one-Michelin-star rating, this grand establishment is where your guests can enjoy authentic Indian food in a laidback setting, just a stone’s throw from the hustle and bustle of Orchard Road. Diners have the option of the main dining hall, two private rooms or alfresco dining. The restaurant offers a variety of set menu options, which feature both vegetarian and non-vegetarian items. The Song’s Art Palette is recommended for guests who wish to sample several dishes on one opulent platter. The restaurant’s other signature dishes include Lobster Moily (lobster marinated with spices) or Nalli Gosht (lamb shank), which can be found in the a la carte menu. Discounts are available for group bookings.

Address: 33 Scotts Road

Opening hours: Daily noon-3pm, 6-11pm

Seating capacity: 100 pax

Website: thesongofindia.com

To book: Call +65 97309725 or email terese@songofindia.com.sg (Trade contact: Terese)

The Grande Whisky Collection

Located in the heart of Orchard Road, The Grande Whisky Collection—housed in level 5 of ION Orchard—boasts a collection of over 4,500 whiskies from Scotland and Japan. Your guests are invited to embark on a journey with Whisky Ambassadors that will illustrate the history of the drink, as well as take their first steps as whisky connoisseurs by learning to identify flavours and aromas. These tastings include whiskies from long-defunct distilleries, making The Grande Whisky Collection one of the few places in the world where your guests can experience these unique casks. The hour-long tour can accommodate up to ten pax per session. English and Chinese language tours are available and are priced at S$55++ per pax (inclusive of whisky tasting).

Address: ION Orchard, 2 Orchard Turn #05-01

Opening hours: Daily 11am-8pm

Website: the-grande-whisky-collection.business.site

To book: Call +65 8809 0038 or email enquiries@grandewhiskycollection.com