No, Christmas hasn’t come early this year but there’s every reason for you to plan ahead of time for the festivities. It’s true that we’re not completely sure about the restrictions, but if you’re not up for a homely Christmas dinner after almost two years of staying put, you’ve come to the right place.
Expat Choice compiles a list of reader recommended places in Singapore serving spot on Christmas celebratory fare. Expect everything from a humongous Christmas tree, decorations and all the delectable dishes you can imagine. We’re talking Christmas turkey, ham, pudding, sweets, pastries, and Asian Christmas cuisine. Keep reading to find out more. Image Credit: Pan Pacific Singapore Facebook Page
Regent Singapore
Countless portions of Antipasti, Wood Oven-roasted Turkey Breast with smoked Foie Gras, Emilia Romagna Pear and Tomino Cheese Stuffing grace the menu card at Basilico. Moreover, the team at Basilico is infamous for cooking up a dessert storm (no pun intended) with decadent sweet treats like the Pandoro Tiramisu with mascarpone cream and Illy Espresso, and the Struffoli Napoletani (traditional Italian sweet fritters loaded with thick and gooey organic acacia honey and colourful sprinkles on top. Image Credit: Regent Singapore Facebook Page
How to book: Call +65 6725 3232 or email basilico@regentsingapore.com.sg
a. 1 Cuscaden Rd, Singapore 249715
e. contactus@regentsingapore.com.sg
w. www.regentsingapore.com.sg/
The Fullerton Hotel Singapore
La Brasserie brings to you mouth watering brunch and dinner options for all the foodies in the house. Make sure you gather friends and family for a satisfying and memorable Christmas dinner. While the menu card is flooded with countless options, some crowd favourites include the slow roasted Angus prime ribs, roasted rosemary Colorado lamb leg with lingonberries and mint sauce, and bourbon orange-glazed Champagne ham with cinnamon pineapple sauce. We know someone will be going home happy. Image Credit: The Fullerton Hotel Singapore Facebook Page
How to book: Click here to book.
*All menus feature optional beverage upgrades. Visit the website for more information
a. 1 Fullerton Square, Singapore 049178
w. www.fullertonhotels.com/fullerton-hotel-singapore
The English House
If you’re British or love anything British, this is the place to check out this Christmas. The English House by Marco Pierre White is well known for serving a traditional British Christmas feast using some of the finest seasonal ingredients. Think pigs stuffed in blankets with a delicious bread sauce and a Christmas pudding that will leave you licking your spoon clean. Add a kids special Christmas menu, a Christmas eve dinner menu, a Boxing Day menu and a Classic Hong Kong dim sum menu to the list and you’ve got limitless options to choose from. Image Credit: The English House, By Marco Pierre White Facebook Page
Prices: Varies by menu. Click here for updated menus and prices
How to book: Click here to make a reservation
a. 28 Mohamed Sultan Rd, Singapore 238972
Pan Pacific Singapore
Pay a visit to Edge at Pan Pacific Singapore and get treated to a myriad of seasonal favourites and international food options such as the Roasted Mustard-rubbed Beef prime ribs and Foie Gras slider with Passionfruit Apple Chutney, Chive Creme Fraiche and Brioche Bun. Explore a variety of options from the buffet, which features dishes like Herbs-roasted Whole Turkey and Honey Glazed Virginia Ham. Put perfect finishing touches to the meal with rich and creamy desserts like Ye Old English Fruit Cake, Classic Chocolate Yule Log and of course, the classic Christmas pudding with Brandy Sauce. It’s Christmas! You deserve a treat. Image Credit: Pan Pacific Singapore Facebook Page
How to book: Click here to make reservations
**Add on $90 for unlimited Champagne and alcoholic beverages or $48 for unlimited alcoholic beverages per diner
a. 7 Raffles Blvd, Singapore 039595
w. www.panpacific.com/en/hotels-and-resorts/pp-marina.html
InterContinental
Be it a satisfying lunch, a comforting dinner or a hearty brunch, InterContinental Singapore has got you covered this Christmas. Evergreen dishes like Spiced Duck Breast, Nut Crusted Lamb Rack, Turkey Risotto and Beef Wellington promise you the perfect dinner, while people interested in brunch can find what they’re looking for in dishes like oven-roasted turkey, beer braised beef short ribs, seafood, caviar and a wide variety of sweet-savoury treats. Would you rather just head out for a spot of tea instead? Well, InterContinental has you covered. Call for bite sized delights like scones, cakes, finger sandwiches and sparkling Champagne or piping hot tea. No matter the meal, you won’t regret it. Image Credit: InterContinental Singapore Facebook Page
How to book: Email intercontinental.dining@ihg.com or call +65 6825 1008
a. 80 Middle Rd, Singapore 188966
w. www.ihg.com/intercontinental/hotels/us/en/singapore/sinhb/hoteldetail
Sofitel Singapore City Centre
It's the holiday season, and Racines’ at Sofitel Singapore City Centre promises to make your evening, owing to the Christmas Joy a la carte Semi Buffet. Mouth watering small plate specials on their menu include a heavenly seafood platter consisting of freshly shucked oysters, snow crab, mussels and a seafood lobster salad waiting to be devoured. You can pair that up with appetizers like the Truffle Chicken Liver Pate with Morel Mushrooms and Melba Toast. Either that or tuck into dishes like the Roasted Rack of Lamb with Rosemary Mustard and Sauteed French Beans and Natural Jus as well as the signature Wagyu Beef Cheek with Baby Root Vegetables. For those of you looking for lunch options instead, there is the Racines’ Christmas Joy Set Lunch and Dinner which happens to be the perfect balance between French and Asian cuisine. Soups like Bacon Creme or Roasted Chestnut Veloute over Spinach Cheese Ravioli, mains like the Beef Pithvier with Truffle Mushroom Paste and the Caramelized Soy Cod Fish with Bonito Sauce and Caviar, and desserts like Hazelnut Financier with Moist Hazelnut Gateau are a few of the many options you can choose from. Image Credit: Sofitel Singapore City Centre Facebook Page
How to book: Email HA152@sofitel.com or call +65 6428 5000
a. 9 Wallich St, Singapore 078885
w. www.sofitel-singapore-citycentre.com/
The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore
Imagine a three to four course Christmas lunch menu and a five course Christmas dinner menu inspired by Asia’s most beautiful train stations and journeys. Yes, that’s exactly what 15 Stamford by Alvin Leung at The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore brings to you this festive season. Got a hankering for seafood? Try Baby Octopus and Lobster Broth to kick things off, followed by Rainbow Salmon Trout and dive into the Gula Melaka Curd for dessert. Alternatively, dinner starts off with a Tomato Consomme amuse bouche with an appetizer of Jerusalem Artichoke. The main course features the delectable Margaret Duck Breast, and you can have the rich and creamy Yuzu Mousse as the last treat of the day. Check their website for more. Image Credit: The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore Facebook Page
How to book: Visit www.facebook.com/thecapitolkempinski or email reservation.15stamford@kempinski.com for more information.
a. 15 Stamford Rd, Singapore 178906
e. reservations.singapore@kempinski.com
w. www.kempinski.com/en/singapore/the-capitol-singapore/
Raffles Hotel Singapore
Christmas dinner is never complete without a meal at Raffles Hotel Singapore. This year, the Grand Dame at Raffles ensures that you relish traditional Christmas dishes and go home with an empty pocket and a full stomach. The Raffles Hotel is home to not one but four different restaurants, so be prepared to be spoilt for choice while you’re here. Check out the special Christmas menu at La Dame De Pic by Michelin starred Chef Anne-Sophie Pic, get a taste of Italy at Osteria BBR by Alan Ducasse or head over to Butcher’s Block for an unconventional dining experience if you’re feeling particularly famished. Oh and if you thought that was it, then you were wrong. They have a separate Afternoon Tea menu just for the festive season too. Image Credit: Raffles Hotel Singapore Facebook Page
How to book: Call +65 6412 1816 or email singapore@raffles.com to make reservations.
a. 1 Beach Rd, Singapore 189673
