https://sparklette.net Best Singapore Restaurants, Travel and Hotel Reviews Thu, 13 Jun 2013 03:40:54 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.8.2 https://sparklette.net/food/db-bistro-moderne-provence/ https://sparklette.net/food/db-bistro-moderne-provence/#comments Wed, 12 Sep 2012 09:25:46 +0000 http://sparklette.net/?p=1372

Part of the Marina Bay Sands Celebrity Chef Restaurants, French bistro db Bistro Moderne is serving up a little piece of southern France with the Mondays in Provence menu. Mondays in Provence S$$68++ per person, additional S$32++ with wine pairing Mondays, 6pm – 10pm Located in south eastern France on the Mediterranean, the cuisine from Provence boasts the flavours of summer and an emphasis on ingredients such as olives, summer […]]]> https://sparklette.net/food/db-bistro-moderne-provence/feed/ 2 https://sparklette.net/food/1-altitude/ https://sparklette.net/food/1-altitude/#comments Tue, 13 Sep 2011 03:00:22 +0000 http://sparklette.net/?p=1220

Perched high above the bustling city, 1-Altitude spans the 61st to 63rd floors of the One Raffles Place building, offering diners a view that is nothing short of spectacular. Stellar restaurant on level 62 serves international dishes with a sophisticated touch. Here, you can appreciate creative fine dining cuisine. The diverse food options ranging from Japanese to European cater to a wide audience. You dine in an elegant, chic and […]]]> https://sparklette.net/food/1-altitude/feed/ 5 https://sparklette.net/food/casa-tartufo/ https://sparklette.net/food/casa-tartufo/#respond Sat, 11 Jun 2011 03:00:30 +0000 http://sparklette.net/?p=1162

Ever since Casa Tartufo (Italian for “House of Truffles”) opened in 2010, I have wanted to try out this Italian restaurant. It promises authentic Italian flavours based on fresh produce of the finest quality – and truffles, of course. Located at the heart of Forum The Shopping Mall, it is quite easy to miss Casa Tartufo with its boutique-like store front if you are visiting for the first time. Once […]]]> https://sparklette.net/food/casa-tartufo/feed/ 0 https://sparklette.net/food/oso-ristorante/ https://sparklette.net/food/oso-ristorante/#comments Tue, 17 May 2011 03:00:09 +0000 http://sparklette.net/?p=1141

I have stumbled across a few reviews that waxed lyrical about OSO Ristorante, describing it as “Singapore’s Best Italian Restaurant.” While I’m not sure if I’d go that far, I have indeed recommended it to friends who were wondering where to have great Italian food in Singapore. Presided over by the same restaurant group that runs the Baretto bar and lounge downstairs and French restaurant Absinthe next door, Oso is […]]]> https://sparklette.net/food/oso-ristorante/feed/ 4 https://sparklette.net/food/boathouse-brunch/ https://sparklette.net/food/boathouse-brunch/#comments Fri, 06 May 2011 10:21:10 +0000 http://sparklette.net/?p=1131

Boathouse Singapore, situated at the beautiful heritage building of The Fullerton Waterboat House – replete with the circular stern of a ship – dishes up modern European cuisine. Decked in natural materials and historical artefacts, Boathouse provides an intimate dining area with stylish décor. The ambience isn’t the only thing that impresses; the wide wine list sets off plenty of oenological bells and whistles. You can even pop into the […]]]> https://sparklette.net/food/boathouse-brunch/feed/ 2 https://sparklette.net/food/novus-restaurant/ https://sparklette.net/food/novus-restaurant/#comments Wed, 13 Apr 2011 09:59:22 +0000 http://sparklette.net/?p=1120

To provide visitors with a well-rounded experience, museums are no longer just home to artefacts and artworks. Restaurants are also housed within the same institution, at times drawing in more gastronomes than culture vultures. Such is the case of Novus Restaurant & Bar, ensconced in the colonial building of National Museum of Singapore. I remember my first visit to the museum when it reopened in 2006. The architecture is breathtaking […]]]> https://sparklette.net/food/novus-restaurant/feed/ 1 https://sparklette.net/food/restaurant-ember/ https://sparklette.net/food/restaurant-ember/#comments Wed, 03 Nov 2010 09:15:12 +0000 http://sparklette.net/?p=1019

Guest-contributed restaurant review by Joyce Ler. Restaurant Ember at one of Singapore’s pioneer boutique hotels, Hotel 1929, has achieved a cult following for its set lunch offerings. Set lunches tend to gravitate towards lesser known dishes, giving the impression that restaurants are clearing out their refrigerators. Not Ember, which has come up with the winning formula of offering their star courses and packaging them in a sweet set, at an […]]]> https://sparklette.net/food/restaurant-ember/feed/ 7 https://sparklette.net/food/one-twenty-six/ https://sparklette.net/food/one-twenty-six/#comments Mon, 12 Jul 2010 09:01:30 +0000 http://sparklette.net/?p=987

How does live music, good food, and a cool Sea Breeze sound to you? At 1 Twenty Six in East Coast Park, you can enjoy a meal and drinks while admiring a view of the sea and the ships in the distance. The dining arm of this restobar goes by the name Coast, offering a communal dining concept. If this sounds familiar, that’s because its sister, Roast at One Rochester, […]]]> https://sparklette.net/food/one-twenty-six/feed/ 12 https://sparklette.net/food/boathouse/ https://sparklette.net/food/boathouse/#comments Tue, 30 Mar 2010 11:14:58 +0000 http://sparklette.net/?p=953

Fancy dining on a boat? On this boat, you won’t get seasick. Welcome to The Fullerton Waterboat House. Credit The building structure resembles the circular stern of a ship. It is hard to miss this iconic building due to its eye-catching shape. Built in 1919, the Waterboat House was once occupied by the Port of Singapore Authorities to supply fresh water to ships anchored offshore. Today it is home to […]]]> https://sparklette.net/food/boathouse/feed/ 12 https://sparklette.net/food/one-rochester/ https://sparklette.net/food/one-rochester/#comments Tue, 09 Mar 2010 08:11:11 +0000 http://sparklette.net/?p=943

Can you name one place in Singapore that offers the most memorable dining experience? For me, that would most certainly be Rochester Park. Whether it is the 1930s heritage colonial bungalows or the lush garden setting, the environment is one-of-a-kind. In terms of unique ambience, I would be hard-pressed to find another place that comes close. The last time I visited One Rochester, one of the 8 tenants at Rochester […]]]> https://sparklette.net/food/one-rochester/feed/ 17 https://sparklette.net/food/forlino/ https://sparklette.net/food/forlino/#comments Wed, 10 Feb 2010 08:18:13 +0000 http://sparklette.net/?p=930

If you’re looking for a restaurant to celebrate an anniversary or Valentine’s Day, Forlino at One Fullerton is just the place for you. Picture this: The two of you are enjoying a wonderful dinner. The panoramic view of the illuminated skyline, the Singapore Flyer and the Marina Bay Sands integrated casino resort are spread out before your eyes. Soft ambient music plays in the background while you and your sweetheart […]]]> https://sparklette.net/food/forlino/feed/ 20 https://sparklette.net/food/dozo/ https://sparklette.net/food/dozo/#comments Tue, 22 Jul 2008 04:30:59 +0000 http://sparklette.net/?p=758

Normally, degustation or tasting meals would turn me away because they tend to cost a lot while offering only petite-sized portions rather than a hearty meal. Yeah, yeah, I know that’s the idea, but still… Anyway, Dozo is one restaurant that offers degustation meals at friendly prices. Degustation menu Lunch (6-course): S$38.80++ Dinner (7-course): S$58.80++ The conventional degustation meal consists of multiple courses, with each course fixed by the chef. […]]]> https://sparklette.net/food/dozo/feed/ 12 https://sparklette.net/food/pier-eleven/ https://sparklette.net/food/pier-eleven/#comments Tue, 30 Oct 2007 15:48:59 +0000 http://sparklette.net/archives/pier-eleven-restaurant-waterfront-dining/

When you think of dining in Marina South, what comes to mind immediately would likely be cheap steamboat buffets. But did you know there is also a fine-dining restaurant in the same area? Welcome to Pier Eleven, a fusion Mediterranean seafood restaurant at the pier. Marina South Pier opened last year to replace the formerly functioning clifford pier. From here, you can take ferry rides to the Southern islands of […]]]> https://sparklette.net/food/pier-eleven/feed/ 13 https://sparklette.net/food/graze/ https://sparklette.net/food/graze/#comments Tue, 02 Oct 2007 15:59:24 +0000 http://sparklette.net/archives/graze-they-still-amaze/

Graze at Rochester Park. This restaurant needs no introduction. I have raved about it time and again, and named it in my famous list as the best restaurant I visited in the whole of 2006. Photo by zoovee108 This time round, I brought along two very important persons with me – james, the big boss of tomorrow.sg and U-Zyn, the big boss of ping.sg. Besides the awesome food, ambience and […]]]> https://sparklette.net/food/graze/feed/ 19 https://sparklette.net/food/wild-rocket/ https://sparklette.net/food/wild-rocket/#comments Tue, 22 May 2007 10:26:28 +0000 http://sparklette.net/archives/wild-rocket-at-mount-emily-fly-me-to-the-moon/

Let me just begin by saying that Wild Rocket is one awesome, awesome restaurant. My main purpose in going there is to try out the desserts, more specifically, the warm chocolate lava cake. Whether the main courses are any good is of secondary importance to me. But boy, do they impress! Despite its rather remote location nestled at the top of Mount Emily, there is quite a crowd at this […]]]> https://sparklette.net/food/wild-rocket/feed/ 21 https://sparklette.net/food/graze-anniversary-party-of-champagne-canapes/ https://sparklette.net/food/graze-anniversary-party-of-champagne-canapes/#comments Thu, 10 May 2007 11:05:16 +0000 http://sparklette.net/archives/graze-anniversary-party-of-champagne-canapes/

It was a night of glitz, free-flowing drinks and food-tasting of a brand new menu at the graze anniversary party. When it comes to food and ambience, graze certainly does not disappoint! As you guys know, I decided to spice things up a little. I wanted a blog reader to be my date at the party and asked you guys to email me if you were interested. It was fun […]]]> https://sparklette.net/food/graze-anniversary-party-of-champagne-canapes/feed/ 13 https://sparklette.net/food/sho-u/ https://sparklette.net/food/sho-u/#comments Sun, 08 Apr 2007 09:06:49 +0000 http://sparklette.net/archives/sho-u-show-of-food-and-aesthetics/

At Sho-U, one of the newest Japanese restaurants in town, the thing that strikes visitors the most would probably be its unique design. Don’t get me wrong though, the food at this contemporary Japanese fine-dining establishment is nothing short of excellent. But being a sucker for aesthetics (something that Singapore restaurants aren’t particularly known for), I am glad for this new place that has a décor I can finally rave […]]]> https://sparklette.net/food/sho-u/feed/ 17 https://sparklette.net/food/basil-alcove/ https://sparklette.net/food/basil-alcove/#comments Sun, 11 Mar 2007 15:37:59 +0000 http://sparklette.net/archives/basil-alcove-no-frills-fine-dining/

Most foodies would have heard of this little dining establishment at Middle Road called Basil Alcove. This is a place known for its no frills fine-dining in a coffee shop environment. Unlike most fine-dining restaurants that charge astronomical prices for food that come in small portions, basil alcove charges much more reasonable prices for the same kind of cuisine. Look, how nice! Wouldn’t this roasted rack of lamb fit right […]]]> https://sparklette.net/food/basil-alcove/feed/ 13 https://sparklette.net/food/graze-at-rochester-park-christmas-dinner/ https://sparklette.net/food/graze-at-rochester-park-christmas-dinner/#comments Wed, 27 Dec 2006 14:57:05 +0000 http://sparklette.net/archives/graze-at-rochester-park-christmas-dinner/

I had been wanting to check out Rochester Park for the longest time. That place is new to me but from what I’d heard, it’s like Holland Village, only less crowded. So for Christmas dinner I suggested Rochester Park and let my friend make all the arrangements. Only when I arrived at the place did I realise it was nothing like Holland Village! Houses that were formerly colonial bungalows had […]]]> https://sparklette.net/food/graze-at-rochester-park-christmas-dinner/feed/ 23