The luxury dining industry is a multi-billion dollar business that thrives on setting up experiences alongside serving up exquisite meals. The sensory experience of sight and sound is just as important as taste and smell when it comes to indulging in gastronomic excellence. In line with LUXUO’s Green Issue, the notion of “green” forms a dual meaning here — green denotes healthier appetites and healthy profit margins from ambitious restaurants and new culinary experiences in Singapore.
COMO Cuisine
COMO Cuisine at COMO Orchard offers diverse, contemporary fare inspired by time-tested recipes, made with the freshest in-season ingredients. Alongside well-loved classics like Lobster Biryani and Pad Thai, and new dishes including Tuna Niçoise Tartine and Green Curry, guests can explore an extensive selection that honours Singapore’s vibrant culinary landscape. From comforting Soto Ayam and wok-fried dishes to tandoori classics and creamy lobster rolls, COMO Cuisine promises an all-day dining experience that indulges the senses.
Address: Level 2, 30, Bideford Rd, COMO Orchard, 229922
COMO – Cedric Grolet
Ced́ric Grolet Singapore at COMO Orchard is Grolet’s fourth shop after his Paris (La Pat̂ isserie du Meurice par Ced́ric Grolet, Ced́ric Grolet Opera) and London (Ced́ric Grolet at The Berkeley) openings. Voted best pastry chef in the world by Grand Tables du Monde and World’s 50 Best Restaurants, he is renowned for his trompel’œil artistry. Grolet’s exquisitely modern creations are beloved by pastry fans worldwide and have garnered an astounding following of 8.2 million on Instagram alone.
Step into the twin universes of fruits and flowers, where every piece on display is a feast for the eyes and tastebuds. Alongside a selection of pastries and sandwiches, Grolet has created a series of Singapore exclusives and a special tea menu inspired by the unique tropical fruit of Southeast Asia. The Lychee and Dragonfruit are crafted in his signature trompel’œil style, while his take on the Mooncake showcases his impeccable detailing, and playful use of flavours and textures.
Address: 30 Bideford Rd, Level 1 COMO Orchard, Singapore 229922
HighHouse
Does dining at high altitudes truly elevate the senses and tastebuds? HighHouse is a nightlife and culinary destination set amid the Singapore skyline where music, art, flavours, and conversations intersect. Located across Levels 61 and 62 of One Raffles Place, HighHouse offers unparalleled views of the Singapore skyline, making it the ultimate setting for meaningful connections, impeccable service, exceptional cocktail and culinary experiences, coupled with a progressive soundscape by renowned and emerging music selectors from Singapore and beyond.
Drawing on flavours from around the Pacific Coast, a menu developed by executive chef Sam Chin offers small and large sharing plates such as Seafood Kokoda Ceviche, Whole Spanish Dover Sole with Homemade Chai Poh and Sakura Pork Belly in Massaman Curry served with Sticky Rice. The food is best paired with a flute of bubbles or signature cocktails by award-winning bar specialist and beverage consultant to HighHouse, Jay Gray. They are created with the ingredients’ Pacific Coast origins in mind, such as the Peruvian Clarified Pisco Punch with Key Lime Foam and Japanese Seaweed Umami Martini.
Also making its introduction in 2024 is NOVA, the tallest rooftop bar in Singapore located at Level 63 just above HighHouse, with an unrestricted 360-degree panoramic view of Singapore. Perched atop one of Singapore’s iconic skyscrapers, NOVA is the perfect vantage point through the heart of the city to experience the grandeur of Singapore’s night sky and urban brilliance.
Address: 1 Raffles Pl, L61-62, Singapore 048616
Roia
Inspired by the river Roya, Roia is a culinary journey set in Singapore’s UNESCO World Heritage Botanic Gardens’ E.J.H. Corner House. This historic building is now home to Ro.ia — a new gastronomic jewel. Under the helm of chef Priyam Chatterjee, Roia invites diners to enjoy his menu which is infused with international influences and is meticulously crafted with creativity and refinement, reflecting his deep passion and exceptional mastery of French cuisine and savoir-faire.
Preserving its heritage and environment, Roia magnifies its opulent setting with a refined culinary escape. Chef Priyam, through his originality, leads guests on an exceptional culinary journey, transforming each dish into a delicate ode to the splendour of Singapore.
Address: 1 Cluny Road, E J H Corner House, Singapore Botanic Gardens
JAG
JAG is a Michelin Star contemporary french fine dining restaurant with a discovery degustation approach centered around guests’ dietary inclinations. Founded by chef Jeremy Gillon and restaurateur Anant Tyagi, JAG nestles in a beautifully restored 19th-century warehouse overlooking the Singapore River at Robertson Quay. The restaurant’s culinary centerpiece is the La Balade du Végétal or The Vegetable Journey, a découverte menu of edible botany, picked at their seasonal best and served in a variety of techniques showcasing their exquisite natural flavours, with protein to round off.
JAG embraces the greenery of luxury vegetarian cuisine. Aside from the array of green asparagus, peas, and flavourful fennel, JAG also incorporates a fragrant selection of Garlic, among many other wonderful fruits and vegetables into their dishes. When it comes to a vegetable and protein pairing, JAG’s top dishes include the Japanese Black Cod, the hearty Castaing Foie Gras, and the sweet and saline Danish Langoustine among many other beautiful selections. JAG aims to curate a unique experience with these vegetarian and non-vegetarian ingredients, honouring the several artisans who grow the produce.
Address: 41 Robertson Quay, #02-02 STPI Creative Workshop and Gallery, Singapore 238236
Kou Teppan
Kou Teppan has a one-of-a-kind dual teppan dining experience featuring seasonal ingredients prepared on both main and personal teppan griddles. The main teppan griddle sets the stage for Kou Teppan’s skilled chefs to expertly prepare dishes with finesse and flair all at a vantage point of viewing diners. Selected dishes are then prepared on the private teppan griddle in front of diners, allowing an interactive session where diners are granted the freedom to tailor their meal to their liking.
Helmed by Chef Sawada Ko, who has carved a name for himself as a former executive chef at Itoh Dining by Nobu and has worked alongside the legend Chef Nobu Matsuhisa himself, Kou Teppan’s menu is an amalgamation of his years of pursuit for bold flavours and exciting ingredients. He brings the teppanyaki craft of Kanagawa prefecture, of which he has been perfecting for the past 15 years.
Address: 1 Kim Seng Promenade, #B1-134 Great World, Singapore 237994
VUE
Situated in the heart of Singapore’s Central Business District, VUE is a niche bar and grill that makes for an idyllic backdrop for power lunches, intimate celebrations, and corporate functions alike. Its location on the penthouse of OUE Bayfront provides it with some of the most stunning views of Marina Bay and the Singapore skyline that, combined with its binchōtan-grilled specialities and the city’s first rooftop spritz bar, makes it the place to sip, savour, see and be seen. VUE introduces an all-new executive set lunch menu, with up to five courses to choose from, spotlighting on grilled specialties, served alongside cold appetisers, hot appetisers, signature risotto and dessert for lunch that meets all appetites and budgets.
Address: OUE Bayfront, Level 19, 50 Collyer Quay, Singapore 049321
Araya
Araya is Singapore’s first South American fine dining restaurant and delivers a culinary odyssey rooted in Chilean South Pacific cuisine with indigenous and Japanese ingredients. Araya expresses the soulful heritage and journeys of Chefs Francisco Araya and Fernanda Guerrero through Chile, South Pacific, and Japan. Each creation embodies love and deep respect for provenance and seasonality anchored by South American and Japanese ingredients, and exceptional techniques.
Address: Mondrian Singapore Duxton, 83 Neil Road. #01-08, Singapore 089813
Peach Blossoms
Enter a new era of Chinese dining at Peach Blossoms, where the expertise of executive Chinese chef Edward Chong breathes new life into classic recipes. Melding both new and old techniques, chef Edward updates familiar comfort flavours and keeps them relevant to today’s palates based on his over 20 years of experience in the industry. The contemporary menu at Peach Blossoms strikes a delicate balance between honouring the rich culinary traditions of the past and embracing the present.
Address: 6 Raffles Blvd, Level 5 PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay, Singapore 039594
Imbue
Time-honoured yet distinct, Imbue is a contemporary European restaurant with a progressive take on Asian flavors. Western techniques lend finesse to execution, transforming fine ingredients into multi-layered dishes centered on Asian sauces. Conveying novel perspectives, Imbue is an innovative yet heartfelt celebration of cultural heritage.
Address: 32 Keong Saik Rd, Singapore 089137
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