Dining guide: July 31 to Aug 6

WINE AND DINE FOR A GOOD CAUSE AT MARINA BAY SANDS. Whet your appetite with gastronomic delights from CUT by Wolfgang Puck, Osteria and Pizzeria Mozza, db Bistro Moderne, and The Cheese and Chocolate Bar (at Sands SkyPark). Priced at S$403 nett per person, all proceeds from this special event will be donated to the Singapore Association of the Deaf. August 1, Marina Bay Sands. Call 6688 8826 or visit www.marinabaysands.com/entertainment for bookings and reservations.

A SLICE OF SINGAPORE. Take a walk down memory lane with a locally-inspired pizza created to commemorate Singapore’s history. The Seafood Laksa Pizza, S$22, is generously coated in spicy laksa paste and topped with squid, prawns, crab meat, tau pok, chilli and mozzarella. If that weren’t enticing enough, it’s heady scent of coconut milk and fragrant spices will surely have you drooling for more. August 9. Picotin Express, 1 Figaro Street. Call 6445 5590 for reservations.

FANCY A BLIND DATE? Discover unique wines with db Bistro Moderne as Sommelier Alvin Gho presents a variety of classic wines to be tasted blind. Learn the tell-tale signs to look out for and delve deeper into the secret selections, paired with a specially created six-course menu. S$138 per person. The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands. Call 6688 8525 for reservations.

FRENCH GASTRONOMY WITH ROUGIE. For 10 days only, St Regis will be celebrating French gastronomy with an extravagant six-course menu. Notable dishes include the slow-poached rougie blue lobster served with fava bean puree, duck breast with summer vegetables and lime reduction, as well as the honey-truffle toast with crispy orange chips. Finish the meal with a creamy milk fondant paired with passion fruit. The dinner-only affair is available from the Aug 22 to 31, priced at S$168 per person and S$228 with wine pairing. St Regis Hotel, Brasseires Les Saveurs. Ongoing. Call 6506 6860 reservations.

VIOLET OON’S NEW NONYA DISHES. This array of well-loved family favourites include the garam assam fish, cooked in a rich spicy and sour gravy, redolent of traditional tangy notes of tamarind juice and pineapple slices. Pair it with the gado gado, a delicious salad thick and rich with a spiced mixture of shallots and chillies for a treat that’s hard to beat. End your meal with the durian chendol panna cotta. Best of all, these new combinations stay true to the authentic flavours and textures of Nyonya cuisines. Ongoing. 881 Bukit Timah Road. Call 6468 5430 for dining reservations.

NEW FLAVOURS AT SQUE. 20 new additions were added to the menu, featuring a revamped Main Course selection including the wholesome St. Louis pork ribs, tender lamb shanks and the classic British fish pie. Try out the SQUE platter on for size, sure to satisfy any meat cravings! The jamboree of meat includes the neurnberger bratwurst, smoked spicy chicken sausages and the new SQUE pork knuckes. Top up the meal with delectable desserts such as the creamy cheesecake or the modest profiteroles. Talk about an afternoon delight! Daily from 11.30am onwards. 6 Eu Tong Sen Street, #01-70. Call 6222 1887 for more information.

BRUNCH WITH A PUNCH AT MANHATTAN. A lavish menu of unlimited craft cocktails, beers, wines and gastronomic pleasures — from oysters to Bloody Marys — is available for your delectation. Satisfying bites are also available! Slurp up the finest selection at the oyster bar before moving on the seafood delights like the Lobster Ceviche and Shrimp Cocktail. Artisan cheeses are also available, such as the mezzo secco and nicasio washed-rind cheese - Both served with a robust punch. Every Sunday starting Aug 10 at S$150 per person. Regent Singapore. Call 6725 3377 for dining reservations.

TASTE OF SPAIN AT RAFFLES GRILL. Not only is there a new tapas menu featuring items such as royal sardines with fennel pesto on crispy golden bread, a three-course business lunch is also available (eat under an hour), priced at S$58 per person. Ongoing, Raffles Grill, Raffles Singapore. Call 6412 1816 for reservations.

ABALONE DELIGHTS AT ONE-NORTH. For S$28 per person, the abalone trio platter features abalone roll with green apple and truffle oil, pan-fried abalone stuffed with prawn paste and steamed xiao long bao with mini abalone. New creations on the a la carte menu (available from Aug 1) include steamed chicken with black fungus and ginger paste and braised wagyu beef cheek with papaya paste. Until Aug 14. No 5 Rochester Park, Min Jiang at One-North. Call 6774 0122 for reservations.

SINGAPORE’S FIRST LOUIS ROEDERER CRISTAL CHAMPAGNE SUNDAY BRUNCH. Sample more than eight types of French and Canadian oysters shucked to order among other luscious seafood, a live foie gras station, roast carving station, a refined cheese selection and handcrafted desserts — perfectly complemented with unlimited flutes of vintage Louis Roederer champagne (choose between the Cristal Brut Vintage 2006 or 2007, and the 2009 Brut Rose). Sundays, noon to 3.30pm, from S$172 per person. The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia. Call 6434 5288 or email rc.sinrz.restaurantreservations [at] ritzcarlton.com for reservations.

SUPERMUFFINS ARE HERE. Pacific Marketplace introduces a range of five unique muffins: Chicken Run, featuring succulent chicken cubes with garlic chives and fragrant Shaoxing rice wine; Krrish, a fiery composition of curry potatoes, decorated with garam masala, chilli powder, curry leaves and tumeric powder; the Minotaur, a French-style braised oxtail; The Hulk, a decadent blend of mushroom, cheese and cream in a spinach crust; and Ms Piggy (Chinese barbecued pork with salted egg yolk). Daily from July 14. Pacific Marketplace, 11am to 10pm.

AN INDULGENT AFFAIR AT BREEZE. The Scarlet Singapore’s rooftop bar, Breeze, reopens with decadent indulgences and brand new creations such as avocado tempura with salmon roe marinated with sake and shoyu. Guests can enjoy these with the Graciously Scarlet, a signature cocktail comprising gin, lime juice, fresh raspberry, ginger beer and raspberry liqueur. Breeze, 33 Erskine Road. Call 6511 3333 for reservations.

AZUR’S BOUNTY OF THE OCEAN BUFFET FEAST IS BACK. Dive into yet another impressive array of seafood dishes at this dinner buffet, with live stations, carvery and incredibly fresh seafood for just S$68. Try a bowl of the Crowne Soup Kettle, a piping hot Summer crab bisque with sweet corn served with a fistful of corn tortillas. Aug 22 to 24, and Aug 29 to 31. Azur, Crowne Plaza, Changi Airport. Call 6823 5354 for dining reservations.

NEW DISHES AT COFFEE LOUNGE. The Taiwan Porridge A La Carte Buffet (S$39 per adult) features an unlimited order of 31 favourites from the main menu, including a lavish dessert buffet spread. If you don’t like buffets, you can still order the dishes separately. We suggest the shredded bamboo shoots in chilli oil (S$9), fried omelette with crabmeat (S$10), steamed minced pork with salted fish (S$15) and deep-fried pomfret with chilli and salt (S$25). Ongoing, Goodwood Park Hotel, 22 Scotts Road. Call 6737 7411 for reservations.

NEW SELF-SERVE CONCEPT AT TEN-ICHI UDON. Create your own mix-and-match udon dishes, and choose from delectable flavours, such as the new yuzu (citrus) series, comprising the chilled dipping Zaru Yuzu Udon, Yuzu Wasabi Udon and the store’s specialty, the Kamatama Yuzu Udon, which is served with a half-boiled egg. A variety of tempura dishes are also available. Ongoing, #B1-02 NEX. Call 6252 0810 for reservations.

SI CHUAN DOU HUA TURNS THREE. Diners will enjoy enticing discounts on the roast suckling pig, now priced at S$238. With three suckling pigs for the price of two, diners can also opt to enjoy 30 per cent off one suckling pig and receive a complimentary steamed piglet with lotus paste dessert. The charcoal-roasted delicacy is a terrific mouth-watering treat, with a delectable crispy layer of skin, accompanied by specially handcrafted desserts, providing a final sweet touch on the meal. Until Aug 31. 181 Kitchener Road. Call 6428 3170 for reservations.

CAFFE B’S ALL-NEW 3-COURSE LUNCH MENU. With four different options to choose from, including grilled sea bass in tomato and naganegi sauce; wagyu beef tataki, striploin marinated in Japanese sake and fresh Italian herbs, complimented with mash potato and Japanese sesame sauce. Indulge your sweet tooth in the chef’s own creation of lemon meringue tart, a delightfully crusty tart filled with the meringue artfully swirled atop. And it’s affordable at S$25. Caffe B, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands #B1-15 & 01-83. Call 6887 3311 for more reservations.

WEEKENDS ARE THE BEST AT NUVO. Choose from pizzas like toasted nori, honey pineapple, and pesto and glazed ham to satiate your appetite. Pepper your pizza with mouth-watering toppings such as spiced tomatoes, clams, prawns, snapper and pecorino. Don’t forget to try the smoked salami carbonara, served with tamago furikake, salami and sumptious conchiglie. Available from 11.30am to 2.30pm at S$40 per person. Ongoing, #02-100, Marina Square Shopping Mall. Call 6822 2098 for reservations.

MEDITERRANEAN SEAFOOD BARBEQUE BY THE POOL AT LABREZZA. You’ll be overwhelmed by the elaborate medley of fresh seafood — from lobsters to oysters — that you can have at this char-grilled spread by the poolside. Available every Friday evening. LaBrezza, 29 Tanglin Road. Call 6506 6866 for reservations.

WEEKEND BRUNCH AT FIGARO. Expect traditional stomach-growlers like Eggs Benedict and pancakes with herbed butter and slivers of smoked salmon; classic French dishes such as quiche lorraine; as well as steak tartare, served with a side of thick cut fries and truffle mayonnaise. Available on weekends and public holidays, from noon to 3pm. Picotin Express, 1 Figaro Street. Call 6445 5590 for reservations.

CAROUSEL GOES MEDITERRANEAN. Guest chef Esmeraldo Oteruelo offers Spanish specialities including the Paella Mixta, a fragrant mixed rice dish with fresh seafood. Another sumptuous option would be the Zarzuela de Mariscos a la Catalana, a traditional Catalan fish stew. Or feast on the popular Magret de Canard, a beautifully seared duck breast, sliced and served with a piquant sauce made from honey, orange and thyme. Dinner meals are available at S$78 per person. Ongoing, 25 Scotts Rd. Call 6589 7799 or visit www.carouselbuffet.com.sg for reservations.

NEW ROCK SALT HAKATA RAMEN AT YOSHIMARU. Featuring its distinctive homemade ultra-thin noodles served in rich and flavourful tonkotsu (pork bone) broth, the dish (S$12) is prepared with shio dare (salt sauce). Complete the meal with side dishes of kushikatsu (pork cutlet skewers) at S$3.50 each and corn and butter (S$4.50). Of course, there’s also the classic chicken tempura (S$4.90) if you crave it. Ongoing, Yoshimaru Ramen Bar, 31 Lorong Liput Holland Village. Call 6463 3132 for reservations.

CELEBRATE THE FEEL FUKUI FOOD FESTIVAL. Relish limited edition sakes from Fukui, such as the Mori Shuzo, Kokuryu Shuzo, Tokoyama Shuzo and Kubota Shuzo. Diners will be able to savour these with sashimi direct from Tsuruga harbour. An array of seafood is also available, including the Suzuki sea bass, tobiuo flying fish, ishidai Japanese parrotfish, katsuo skipjack tuna together with koshi no ruby tomatoes. Ongoing, Kiku Japanese Restaurant, 21 Duxton Road. Call 6225 5567 for reservations.

SONS BACARO’S 8 TILL 8. With all house cocktails at S$8 per glass from 5pm to 8pm daily. Big lunch plates of 16 specially curated Italian pastas and proteins starting at a mere S$8 to S$12, will be available on weekdays from noon to 2.30pm. Round off the meal with complimentary nibbles with every tipple purchased, alongside a buffet of Italian bar snacks. Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 6pm to 8pm. China Square Central, 20 Cross Street #01-19. Call 6221 3937 for reservations.

KIDS EAT FREE AT T.G.I. FRIDAYS! With every purchase of an adult entree, be served one free kid’s meal from the kids stars menu, including the kid’s burger and the fish and fries. Every Monday to Thursday, excluding public holidays. 112 Katong, East Coast Road. Call 6636 0533 for more information.

S$8 SPECIALS FOR LUNCH AND APERITIFS AT &SONS. Italian bacaro &SONS has curated a selection of 16 large Italian lunch plates priced from S$8 to S$12, available exclusively from noon to 2.30pm on weekdays. There’s also happy hour (house cocktails go for S$8 a glass from 5pm to 8pm), and complimentary nibbles for every drink purchased are available every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 6pm to 8pm. Ongoing. China Square Central, 20 Cross Street #01-19. Call 6221 3937 or visit http://www.facebook.com/sons.bacaro for more information.

THE BRUNCH BEATS AT SEASONAL TASTES. Toast the weekend with a free-flow of Veuve Clicquot champagne and an extensive array of gastronomic treats at the hotel’s weekly Sunday champagne brunch at Seasonal Tastes. Appropriately named The Brunch Beats, wine and dine against breath-taking panoramic views of the city skyline as resident Dutch DJ/Producer Lindo Martinez spins and sets the mood with his delicious cosmopolitan tunes and deep house grooves. Every Sunday, noon to 3pm, S$158 (inclusive of free-flow Veuve Clicquot champagne, red and white wines, cocktails, beers and soft drinks). Level 32, The Westin Singapore. Call 6922 6968 for reservations.

NEW MANHATTAN JUNIOR MENU. There’s something for every child with the new Manhattan Junior Menu. Each meal is priced at S$7.95 and kids will be spoilt for choice with these imaginative food origami creations. Featuring six dishes including the Wacky Dory and the Crabby Fishy Burger. Ongoing, at all The Manhattan Fish Market outlets.

QUALITY PORK CHOPS AT WOLF. Now including a dedicated ‘Pork Chop’ section in their menu, European restaurant Wolf now features 5 of their best quality pork chops, including Mangalica, Iberian, Duroc-Landrace, Kurobuta and Nagano, all served with maple-glazed sweet potatoes and your choice of juniper berry sauce or apple mustard puree. Ongoing, 18 Gemmill Lane. Call 6557 2224 for reservations.

DIM SUM LUNCH AT HAI TIEN LO. New Dim Sum Chef Lee Siaw Cheen is now serving up 20 varieties of dim sum at the Pan Pacific Singapore’s new weekday a la carte dim sum lunch buffet (S$48 per adult) at its renowned Cantonese restaurant. Mondays to Fridays (except public holidays). Hai Tian Lo, Pan Pacific Hotel. Call 6826 8240.

STRAITS CUISINE AT REVAMPED ORCHARD CAFE: This buffet’s new focus places Asian cuisine in the spotlight. Executive Chef Paul will be serving up an array of Asian roasts, his signature dishes and even the kitchen’s celebrated kueh pie tee gets a boost with a topping of buah keluak. Available for lunch (S$48) and dinner (S$68) at Orchard Hotel. Ongoing. Call 6739 6565.

NEW KYUSHU SEASONAL MENU AT WATAMI. Mouth-watering dishes from different parts of Kyushu have gathered in WATAMI and are sure to tickle your tastebuds. Savour Japan’s greatest specialities including unique dishes from Fukuoka, Kumamoto, Oita and Kagoshima. The new menu includes Mojikou Yaki Cheese Curry (S$13.30), Oita Nakatsu Karaage (S$8.80), Taipien (S$12.80) and more. Ongoing. Watami, ION Orchard. Call 6509 9366.

A DESERVED LONG LUNCH AT THE EDGE. Put your knowledge of local food to the test at this new extended four-hour lunch invitation, bolstered by 30 additional dishes. Priced at S$50 per adult and S$25 per child including unlimited beverages. Every Saturday, noon to 4pm. Level 3 Pan Pacific, 7 Raffles Boulevard. Call 6336 8111.

TRUFFLE TUESDAYS AT SKINNY PIZZA. Offering diners a free portion of signature truffle fries with each purchase of any pizza every Tuesday, diners are able to choose from a variety of flavours including top-favourites such as Squid Ink, Wild Truffled Mushroom and The English Breakfast. Ongoing, at all Skinny Pizza outlets.

A FANCY SUNDAY BRUNCH AT MEZZA9. Indulge in an extensive spread of authentic Thai, Japanese, Chinese and Western cuisine, accompanied by a free flow of champagne at Mezza9. S$138 per adult. Children enjoy a free flow of fruit juices and soft drinks at S$69 per child.

Ongoing, Mezza9, Grand Hyatt. Call 6732 1234 for more details.