Sumptuous ideas for a decadent festive feast

Four Seasons Hotel Singapore
Decadent offerings await at the hotel’s Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Semi-Buffet Dinner ($128/person). Starting from 6pm to 10.30pm, find a myriad of fresh seafood, charcuterie as well as hot entrées and dedicated dessert selection for a jolly celebration. A limited Christmas Day Special Buffet Brunch with Live Stations is also available for $248 with two seatings, on 11.30am and 2pm.

The hotel’s modern Asian brasserie, One-Ninety also hosts a one-month long Festive Semi-Buffet Lunch, Dinner and Sunday Brunch until 30 December (from $48/person). End the year with the New Year’s Eve Dinner where a 5-course dinner (from $188/person) and unlimited Taittinger Brut NV Champagne are part of the feast. Alternatively, feast at home by ordering Festive Indulgence by Michelin-starred Jiang-Nan Chun ($838). Suitable for 8 persons, the fare includes 1.8kg Spiced Roasted Challans Duck with Kumquat Compote and Honey Glazed Pork Collar, among others. A Family Feast by One-Ninety for four to six persons ($458) is also available. Find out more at fourseasons.com/singapore

Hotel Fort Canning Singapore
Share the love of good food with The Glass House Restaurant’s Christmas Goodies-To-Go. Available from 9 November to 25 December, give the Peranakan “Mee Siam” Roast Turkey ($148) or Black Truffle Turkey Wellington ($158) a try for your celebration at home.

Otherwise, head to the restaurant to indulge in tasty dishes such as Duck Breast with Micro Cress, Figs and Hazelnut Cream or Angel Hair with Caviar and Crab. Have the Christmas Eve Specials three-course lunch ($58) or four-course dinner ($68) on 24 December or celebrate the next day with a three-course lunch ($58) or a five-course dinner ($88). The hotel also offers a celebratory three-course lunch ($58) and four-course dinner ($78) for your New Year’s Eve family party. Tuck into a serving of Kühlbarra Barramundi with Caviar, Creamy Beans and Lobster Emulsion or Australian Black Angus Striploin with Potato Pave, Pickled Radish and Bordelaise Sauce to ring in the New Year. For reservation, call 67998809 or email thesalon@hfcsingapore.com

InterContinental Singapore
Go around the world this festive season with international flavours at Ash & Elm’s six-course Christmas Eve Dinner, with highlights such as Wagyu Beef Striploin, and Halibut with Winter Truffle Jus. Available at $138 with a glass of wine. On Christmas Day, enjoy the Christmas Champagne Brunch with favourites such as Oven-roasted Turkey Breast glazed with apricot and maple syrup, and Beef Short Ribs braised in mulled wine. Available at $168 with unlimited Champagne, wine, beer and beverages. For New Year’s Eve Dinner and New Year’s Day Lunch, look forward to Hokkaido Scallops with Kaluga Caviar and Braised Beef Short Ribs with Merlot Sauce. Available at $138 and $108 respectively with Champagne. For reservations and enquiries, call 6825 1131 or email sinhb-festive@ihg.com.

At Publico, expect seasonal Italian favourites such as Pasta Bon-Bon, caramelle-shaped pasta filled with turkey ragu, milanese gremolata, chicken consommé, shaved parmesan; and Pizza di Natale, a white pizza base topped with pancetta, ricotta, spinach, roasted red grapes and almond. A highlight is a special Tuscan organic wine showcase by Il Borro, owned by the Ferragamo family. The Il Borro showcase highlights the following labels, available by the glass and bottle for dine in, and by the bottle for takeaway this December: Il Borro, Rose’ del Borro Toscana IGT Sangiovese; Il Borro, Le Lamelle Toscana IGT, Chardonnay; Il Borro, Pian di Nova Rosso Toscana IGT, Syrah, Sangiovese.

For home dining, Publico’s Festive Feast Kits To-Go are available for two or four guests and feature signature dishes such as Fresh Italian Burrata with sweet datterino tomatoes, 20-month-aged prosciutto; and Porchetta, oven roasted with herbs, spices and side dishes – as well as its popular Tiramisu. Kits come either par- or fully-cooked and must be pre-ordered a minimum of three business days in advance via publico.sg/festive2020. For reservations and enquiries, call 6826 5040 or email ciao@publico.sg.

Lawry’s The Prime Rib
There’s something to be said about tradition when it comes to enjoying your steaks. From its trademark tableside service from a 1950s cart and carver to the European-inspired decor of dark wood, elegant chandeliers and warm hues of brown, gold and champagne, Lawry’s continues to attract a loyal following of diners that have kept going back for their fix of USDA prime rib of beef. It’s a sumptuous experience that fans look forward to, regardless of whether it’s an English Cut, Lawry’s Cut or Diamond Jim Brady Cut. Diners enjoy the satisfaction of juicy prime beef that is aged for at least 21 days and slow roasted to bring out its tenderness.

Enjoy Christmas Eve and Christmas Day feasting with Lawry’s six-course set menu (from $139 to $229), which begins with a seafood line-up of Freshly Shucked Japanese Oyster with Marinated Baby Squid, Homemade Lobster Bisque and Fresh Chilean Scallop before the meats arrive. There’s the all-time favourite Roasted USDA Prime Rib of Beef with Turkey Combo, served alongside US Idaho mashed potatoes, Yorkshire pudding, whipped cream horseradish, and a choice of creamed corn, creamed spinach or buttered peas. There is also the Atlantic Lobster Tail with Ora King Salmon to satisfy non-beef palates.The menus for New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day (from $109 to $198) are just as indulgent, if not more. For reservations or enquiries, call 6836 3333 or email reservations@lawrys.com.sg. Orders for takeaways available here.

PAUL
Celebrating its 8^th anniversary in Singapore, PAUL brings together the best of French and Asian flavours in its selection of festive platters for home and office gatherings. Traditional options include Herbs de Provence Roast Turkey ($128) stuffed with cornbread and chestnuts, accompanied by roasted vegetables, cranberry jam and gravy of turkey drippings and black pepper. It will look its best on the dinner table with the Apricot & Pear-glazed Turkey Ham ($78). If doing it different this year with an Asian twist is on the cards, the sumptuous White Curry Roast Turkey ($128) stuffed with sambal quail eggs will please palates.

Start off the dinner party with stylish canapes such as tempting lobster and potato salad topped with caviar on crispy brioche; quenelle of duck rillette drizzled with cranberry compote on crispy sourdough; and sweet treats such as mini mont blanc tart of chestnut cream and puree, and real chestnuts in a white chantilly mousse. Available in boxes of eight, order any three boxes for $99. Make it perfect with the  popular Chocolate Praline Log with dark chocolate bavaroise cream, praline, cocoa genoise and almond dacquoise biscuit base ($60). Place orders on paulsgcatering.com.

Raffles Singapore
Make it a perfect festive celebration for family and friends with indulgent gift hampers at $200 and above (rafflescelebrations.com.sg), and you might just win a two-night stay at the Grand Hotel Suite. Memorable dining experiences await, from refined creations at La Dame de Pic ($318 to $598 for Christmas and New Year’s menus) to comforting BBQ-forward dishes at Butcher’s Block ($258 for the Carte Blanche menu). Complete the indulgence with a pampering session at Raffles Spa, where a range of festive treatments gets you looking your best from a manicure and pedicure; and a nourishing back, hands and feet hydrating therapy to a rejuvenating facial ($150 to $330). For a celebratory dinner like no other, the only way to ring in the new year is at the hotel’s iconic Grand Lobby, which will be transformed into an opulent dining hall. A six-course feast ($428) awaits, starting with a glass of Champagne Billecart-Salmon Brut Reserve. Find out more at rafflessingapore.com.

Dining at home need not be any less decadent. Make it a classy Raffles experience with favourites such as Roast Turkey, bone-in Gammon Ham, 26- day dry-aged grass-fed Cote de Boeuf and an artisanal French Cheese Platter, further elevated with a choice of Kristal caviar, Maine lobster and foie gras terrine. Gourmet home dining sets are available for parties of three and more, starting at $428. Find out more at rafflescelebrations.com.sg.

Regent Singapore
Basilico pulls out the stops for an all-Italian Buone Feste this festive season, where diners will whet their appetites on antipasti such as traditional Italian cold cuts, and fresh creamy burrata and mozzarella before savouring mains such as poached Boston lobsters and cotechino, a slow- simmered pork sausage typically served with lentils. The Festive Basilissimo Lunch and Dinner are available at $65 and $80 respectively for a three-course semi-buffet with antipasti, main course, cheese and dessert; ends December 30. Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Dinners are available at $199 and $125 respectively with free-flow beverages, while New Year’s Eve Dinner and New Year’s Day Brunch are available at $169 and $127 respectively with free-flow beverages. For reservations and enquiries, call 6725 3232 or email basilico@regentsingapore.com.sg.

For the first time this year, Manhattan is featuring a Christmas Day dinner with classics such as Michter’s Rye-infused Roasted Turkey, Memphis-style Dry Rub BBQ Pork Ribs, and Boston Lobster. Available at $98 for a set platter, inclusive of a glass of Champagne. To count down the New Year, celebrate in style at $288 per table of 2 pax, includes canapes and a bottle of Bollinger Cuvee Champagne. For reservations and enquiries, call 6725 3377 or email manhattan@regentsingapore.com.sg.

Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore
There is a plethora of tantalising feasts and take-away goodies from the hotel’s restaurants and shop. Throughout December, The Lobby Lounge offers Eurasian and Peranakan-inspired fare and afternoon tea for takeaways. Bring home the eight-course Eurasian Festive Set ($120) with dishes such as DIY Popiah and Babi Pongteh for four persons. A special nine-course Christmas Eurasian Feast is also available on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day for $180/four persons. Enjoy a relaxing Afternoon Tea Set comprising Kueh, English Fruit Cake, Scones and many others at home for $65/two persons. For a meaty treat, order Origin Grill & Bar’s Family Takeaway Set ($258/four persons) that includes Black Garlic BBQ Angus Short Ribs and Mince Pie. For hampers and other gourmet treats, check out Shophouse by Shangri-La’s list of festive goodies here.

For hearty Italian treats, head to Waterfall Ristorante Italiano for Christmas Eve Dinner (starting from $98/person) and Christmas Day A La Carte Buffet Brunch ($138/person). Meanwhile, Shang Palace offers Cantonese set menu with delicacies such as Braised Boston Lobster with Fried Rock Rice and Abalone to celebrate Christmas (starting from $88) and New Year (starting from $108).

The Line is serving international festive fare, from Lebanese Roast Turkey to Coffee Bailey’s Yule Log Cake. Save your seat for the Christmas Eve’s A La Carte Buffet Dinner (from $148/person), Christmas Day A La Carte Buffet Lunch (from $178/person), New Year’s Eve A La Carte Buffet Dinner (from $128/person) and New Year’s A La Carte Buffet Lunch (from $98/person). For reservations, call 6213 4398 or email dining.sls@shangri-la.com.

Tea Gastronomy at TWG
TWG Tea’s Festive Set Menu ($50/person) this December begins with a mocktail of Grand Christmas Tea, pineapple and strawberry juice, soursop purée and Chantilly cream. Follow that up with a tantalising tenderloin with winter truffle beef sauce, foie gras crisps, heirloom beetroot, mustard seeds pickled with Noel! Noel! Tea, and parsnip and chestnut purée. Pair the main course with a cup of Grand Christmas Tea to enhance the rich flavours of the dish.

Tenderloin with winter truffle beef sauce

Finally for dessert, choose between the Grand Christmas Tea-infused strawberry banana log cake served with a scoop of Bain de Roses Tea sorbet; or the Napoleon Tea-infused hazelnut caramel log cake served with a scoop of Indian Night Tea ice cream. Available at all TWG Tea Salons island-wide until 1^st January 2021.

Marina Bay Sands
Enjoy bold fresh flavours at Adrift with festive a four-course Lunch menu ($88++/per person + $58 for wine pairing) or a seven-course Dinner ($128++/ per person + $108 for wine pairing), featuring specially sourced ingredients such as Kingfish Sashimi, Slipper Lobster, Smoked Pork Belly, and Wagyu Striploin among others.

Tuck into a festive Season Celebration three-course menu at Gordon Ramsay’s Bread Street Kitchen, featuring seared scallops or beetroot tartare for starters, ossobucco for main, finishing up with a choice of desserts such as the famous banana sticky toffee pudding (S$79++ for one/S$149++ for two). Available December 24 – 25 for lunch, and till December 30 for dinner.

A Christmas international buffet feast awaits at Rise offering classics such as Maple-glazed Gammon Ham, Roast Turkey, Alaskan King Crab, Beef Striploin and more. Until 24^th December (from S$68++/adult, S$25++/child) or enjoy Christmas Day Brunch ($158++/adult, $58++/child).

A Memorable Get-Together at Yardbird means a three-course Christmas Set Menu from 24-26 December. Enjoy a Beetroot, goat’s cheese and pecan salad; Oven-roasted turkey with butternut stuffing; and Pumpkin pie with Chantilly cream ($58++/person + $30++ for wine pairing or $60++ for a bottle of Belstar “Brut” Prosecco). Or for a Boxing special, enjoy Yardbird’s traditional all-day Crawfish Boil ($58++/person + $30++ for two hours free-flow Pabst Blue Ribbon Beer on draft).

DB Bistro’s festive four-course Christmas dinner menu from Dec 24-26 start off with Brittany Oysters with Oscietra Caviar; Lobster Bisque; with a choice of main course between Chilean Seabass with King Crab and Lemon & Caper Beurre Blanc or Filet Mignon Rossini with Black Truffle, Foie Gras and Madeira Sauce; ending on a sweet note with either the Chocolate & Hazelnut Bûche de Noël or the Chestnut-Cassis Frozen Bûche de Nöel ($98++/person; wine pairing start from $50/person).

Indulge in a decadent four-course Christmas Eve dinner at SPAGO this festive season. To whet your appetite, consider luxe choices for starters that include Oysters Hot and Cold or Kaluga Queen Caviar; second course options such as Mafaldine with Asparagus and Serrano Ham or Handmade Chestnut Agnolotti with black truffles; main course features the likes of Lobster Pot Pie, Smoked Maple Leaf Farms Duck Breast, Grilled “American Wagyu” Ribeye from Snake River Farms, or USDA Prime Côte de Boeuf for Two, to name a few. Finally, choose between a classic Mont Blanc or the Salted Caramel Soufflé for dessert ($235++/person).