The Weekly Grub: 5 Things to Eat & Drink in Singapore This Week

Food lovers will delight at the variety of new things to eat this week. There’s damn good fried chicken, Tuscan dishes at a celebrity chef restaurant, meats cooked over a wood-fried Argentinian grill, and a Sunday brunch perfect for carnivores – not much else we can ask for.

Bird Bird Launches New Menu

Bangkok Fried Chicken
Bangkok Fried Chicken

It’s no secret that Chefs Anthony Yeoh and Bjorn Shen are pals, so when the former left Cocotte and The Provision Shop, it wasn’t no surprise he joined Bjorn as his Group Executive Chef. The first menu by the pair to launch features three different types of fried chicken ($29 for half and $49 for whole) – Southern Fried Chicken (comes with delish chicken gravy), Bangkok Fried Chicken served with a green chilli nam jim dip, and Lebanese Fried Chicken (an apt tribute to big brother resto Artichoke). Just remember to save space for their signature soft serve sundaes like the Rhuppleberry Softie Pie ($14) comprising of strawberry beetroot soft serve, rhubarb-apple-strawberry cobble, kataifi pastry, and candied pecans.

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Bird Bird is located at 97 Frankel Avenue, Singapore 458222, p. +65 6694 8270. Open Tue-Sun 11am-11pm.

Hearth & Heat, a Weekend Wood-fired Grill at The Carvery

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The folks at The Carvery have just got a new kitchen toy – an Argentinian Grill – and they’re showing it off every weekend till 30 June 2017. Priced at $52++ for lunch (Sat & Sun) and $62++ for dinner (Fri-Sun), expect a selection of premium meats and dishes like Argentian Ribeye, Hickory Pulled Pork, Australian Lamb Shoulder, Honey Lemon Chicken, and Cinnamon & Vanilla Roasted Pineapple cooked over the grill fired by hickory and mesquite wood. Don’t forget the rest of the buffet either; look out for hot dishes such as the Grilled Skate with Roasted Tomato Salsa, as well as desserts like the English Trifle and Spiced Apple Crumble!

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The Carvery is located at Park Hotel Alexandra, 323 Alexandra Road, Singapore 159972, p. +65 6828 8880.

FYR Cycene Ond Drinc Introduces Fortnightly Sunday Brunch

Platter of meats and veg

Known for its primal, hands-on approach to meats, FYR is now open from 12pm on two Sundays a month (the 7th and 21st of this month, check their Facebook Page for future updates) for a very carnivorous brunch. Tuck into juicy, succulent meats like suckling pig, beef short ribs, lamb ribs, bratwursts, pork ribs, chicken thigh, and pork collar – prices start from $6 per portion of meat, or you could opt for the Caveman Platter ($60) for two if you’re spoilt for choice. Seafood and veggie skewers are also available and start from $2. Wash it all down with draught beers ($11-13 per pint) or their signature Caveman Grog ($12 per glass, $42 per jug).

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FYR Cycene Ond Drinc is located at 19 Boon Tat Street, Singapore 069619, p. +65 6221 3703.

Flavours of Tuscany at Osteria Mozza

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From now till 31 May 2017, MBS celebrity chef Osteria Mozza will be showcasing the gastronomy of Tuscany as part of its Italian regional dinner series. The birthplace of the Italian Renaissance, this central Italian region is known for its simple yet flavourful cuisine featuring bread, cheese, and legumes. Priced at $128++ ($228++ with wine pairing), the four-course dinner includes dishes like the Bufala con Panzanella, a classic bread salad with buffalo mozzarella and traditional Tuscan pasta dishes like the Tortelli di Patate, a potato-filled pasta with meat sauce.

Osteria Mozza is located at #B1-42, Galleria Level, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, 2 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956, p. +65 6688 8522. The Tuscany culinary menu is offered daily from 5 – 11pm.

New Whisky Alert: The Dalmore 50

Image courtesy of David Parry
Image courtesy of David Parry

If you have a(n) (expensive) penchant for old whiskies, The Dalmore has just recently launched one that might just tickle your fancy. In celebration of Master Distiller Richard Paterson’s 50th year in the whisky industry, the highland distillery has launched The Dalmore 50. Hand-filled to order, it’s been matured in American white oak, Matusalem oloroso sherry casks before a final 50-day stint in Domaine Henri Giraud champagne casks. Presented in a case crafted by furniture makers at LINLEY, the crystal decanter is created by French crystal house Baccarat and adorned with a solid silver stag by silversmiths Hamilton & Inches.

Richard Paterson will be stopping in Singapore on 24 May 2017 for a worldwide tasting tour. For more information, call The Dalmore Concierge at +65 9108 5545.

Top Image: Lebanese Fried Chicken, Bird Bird

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Emily heads the editorial team on City Nomads by being a stickler for details, a grammar Nazi, and a really picky eater. Born and bred in Singapore, she loves cats, the written word, and exploring new places. Can be bribed with quality booze across the board.