Dining

Romantic rendezvous

With Valentine’s Day only a week away, spending an evening with champagne and strawberries in a private flight capsule, and sampling a menu in the arrangement of a timeless Shakespearean play are just some inspired ways for a memorable celebration.

Best macarons in Singapore

The litmus test of this traditional French pastry: a meringue like texture and slight chewy centre. Here’s who made the shortlist.

Current barspeak

New York bartending maestro Sasha Petraske opened the speakeasy-style Milk and Honey in New York in 2009, and has gone on to open other tipple venues in the city, such as Little Branch and Dutch Kills. Petraske, who favours old school cocktails, updates us on what’s hip in the Big Apple.

Served by candlelight

While most men will be winning their dates over with diamonds and flowers this Valentine’s Day, six eligible bachelors are given a lesson by Top Chef finalist Leah Cohen on the culinary art of seduction

A quiet confidence

Culinary talent may get you a leg up in the Restaurant Hall of Fame, but as Tetsuya Wakuda proves, natural humility, methodical obsession and non-negotiable discipline are traits that will keep you in the business.

An all-star cookout

With eight chefs teaming up with De Dietrich for the Celebrity Chefs Charity Cookathon, guests will be plied with a day of gourmet delights.

Regional Indian gastronomy

Prolific cookbook author, Tarla Dalal, showcases Gujarati and Rajasthani flavours in a week-long guest stint at Rang Mahal Pavilion.

Spring fever

If your palate is itching for something other than traditional Chinese New Year fare this year, these alternatives might pique your interest.

Spotlight on: Daniel Boulud

He’s regarded as one of America’s leading culinary figures for his contemporary spin on traditional French cuisine. Jasmine Tham speaks with the Michelin awarded super chef while he was in town for the much-anticipated opening of db Bistro Moderne.