With the festive season fast approaching, many of us hope to host a grand holiday meal for family and friends. However, when time is short and cooking feels overwhelming, it’s wise to leave it to the experts. Here’s a roundup of some of Singapore’s top spots where you can enjoy festive buffets, high teas, and special holiday menus crafted by talented chefs.
Festive Buffets: Indulge in Seasonal Delights
A holiday buffet is a classic way to bring loved ones together, especially when there are diverse tastes to please. Several of Singapore’s premier buffet spots are offering festive spreads this season, featuring all the seasonal favorites. At Colony in the Ritz Carlton Millennia Singapore, Edge at Pan Pacific Singapore, Estate at Hilton Singapore Orchard, and The Line at Shangri-La Singapore, you’ll find festive staples like roast turkey, beef tomahawk, gammon ham, fruitcakes, and mince pies, alongside seafood on ice and other international delights. For a more laid-back breakfast option, head to Andaz Singapore’s Alley on 25 for their Festive Lazy Breakfast, which includes dishes like black pepper crab eggs Benedict and apple tarts.
Afternoon Tea: A Sophisticated Holiday Treat
If you prefer a more leisurely holiday gathering, Singapore offers a variety of festive afternoon teas that deliver both elegance and indulgence. At Intercontinental Singapore, the Festive Afternoon Tea (S$138 for two) is a collaboration with French confiture brand Bonne Maman. Enjoy highlights such as a pistachio yule cake with apricot jam and warm buttermilk scones with preserves. At Raffles Singapore’s Grand Lobby, their Festive Afternoon Tea (from S$118) features treats like mini mince pies and warm panettone pudding. For a more inventive take on the tradition, Wildseed Café at Alkaff Mansion offers a Christmas High Tea (S$678 for two), while JUMBO Seafood at ION Orchard adds an Asian twist with items like crispy lychee prawn balls and steamed cod with preserved radish (from S$49).
Special Holiday Menus: Explore Festive Flavors Around the City
For those seeking something beyond buffets and teas, many restaurants in Singapore are offering exclusive holiday menus that blend seasonal ingredients with global influences. At Pura Brasa, a Spanish-inspired Christmas menu features smoked turkey breast with sautéed prawns (S$35) and salmon Wellington (S$39). French bistro Claudine presents a luxurious duck a l’orange pâté en croûte, combining duck and Kurobuta pork with kumquat (S$28). At Le Bon Funk, enjoy seasonal specials like pork sausage with cranberry relish (S$26) or grilled oysters with smoked wagyu fat and pine salt (S$22).
For meat lovers, Bistecca offers a premium holiday experience with a Westholme wagyu tomahawk (BMS 8/9, S$36 per 100g) alongside Tuscan kale bucatini (S$24). Meanwhile, renowned chef Tetsuya Wakuda has curated a 10-course festive menu (S$350) at Wakuda, featuring dishes like citrus-marinated Canadian lobster and carabinero prawns with Japanese risotto.
Whether you’re in the mood for a lavish buffet, a relaxing tea session, or a refined dining experience, Singapore’s festive offerings have something for every taste this holiday season.
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