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Catalunya The Fullerton – One Of S’pore’s Most Romantic Restaurant In A Glass-Encased Dome

Booking a place at Catalunya, one of the most scenic restaurants right at the heart of the Singapore bay, proved to be quite a challenge for my other half, as he had waited precisely 1 month before 14th of Feb to place a booking with them. Given the importance of this date, it came as no surprise when this romantic spot was quickly snatched up by couples looking to whet both their visual and gastronomical appetite.

Stepping foot into the slightly dimmed setting immediately puts us in a romantic trance. I was also handed a stalk of lovely rose by two lovely ladies who greeted us by the entrance. We reached at slightly over 6:30pm, the time where the sun was just about to set. The ceiling-to-floor windows guided the sunlight gently into the room, giving the restaurant a majestic feel. The ambiance at Catalunya couldn’t have been more perfect!

We were guided to our seat by a friendly waitress who then introduced the Valentines dinner course meal to us. We were also promptly informed by her that there was a minimum charge of SGD120 per person for that night. The dinner course was designed with 3 Tapas, a starter, a choice of 2 main course, and finally a dessert. As the dinner was only slightly over SGD90 per person, we opted for 1 more Tapas and 2 mocktails to make up the SGD120.

The first Tapas that came – lobster meat wrapped with avocado, topped with dollops of salmon roe – was all my favourites wrapped in one dish. I wasn’t a huge fan of avocado, but it provided that tinge of sweetness to the lobster meat that gently unfolds while I was chewing it.

The waitress did not wait for our stomach to settle before bringing in the next 3 tapas: Jaman iberico, Tomato bruschetta, and the yummy mushroom croquets! The jaman iberico was pretty close to the one that my boyfriend had while he was on training in Spain, and when it came, he spared no time in making sure I immediately savour it together with the tomato bruschetta. The saltiness of the jaman iberico blends well with the juicy tomatoes as they melt gently in my mouth.

For the choice of 2 mains, my boyfriend opted for the charcoal grilled beef ribeye, cooked to medium-rare, while I opted for the poached sea bass. The ribeye was juicy, and a match with the mushroom sides. Unfortunately, the ribeye was a tad too charred for my boyfriend’s liking, given that the ribeye was grilled with charcoal. For my sea bass, the choice of SalsaVerde as the dressing turns out to be a wonderful surprise, as I was known as someone who does not appreciate greens in my food.

As we were enjoying our tapas and mains, we were also served our mocktails by the attentive waitress. The drinks menu were spoilt with choices for alcoholics, despite it only having 2 mocktails for us to choose from. I chose the refreshing “Singapore Breeze” (a blend of passionfruit, apple, honey and lime), while my boyfriend had no choice but to go with the “Co-cooler” (a blend of cucumber, mint, apple, and jasmine tea). Singapore Breeze is an aptly given name, with the ingredients truly being gentle on my throat. The Co-cooler is also a well deserved name with the minty feeling that was left on my tongue long after I had sipped the drink.

Finally came the dessert – the chocolate fondue. Dark chocolate was not my fanfare, although it was definitely my boyfriend’s favourite.

I ended up giving him a portion of my share as he was known to love the bitter-sweet that dark chocolates offer. Nonetheless, the dessert served as a nice wrap-up to our romantic and gastronomic getaway at Catalunya, and we would surely visit again.

5 Michelin-Star Worthy Singapore Restaurants You Need To Bookmark And Visit In 2016!

Of the many exciting news in Singapore to look out for this year, the biggest buzz is unravelling in the food scene. Budding food journalists and zealous foodies should look forward to Singapore’s edition of the Michelin Guide, due to be launched in the third quarter of this year. The synonymous French Tyre company which introduced gastronomic guides to the culinary world for over a century is finally arriving on our sunny shores.

Michelin reviewers (commonly called “inspectors”) award Michelin Stars to a select few restaurants, ranging from 0 – 3 stars based on establishment excellence. The acquisition or loss of a star may have colossal effects on the success of a restaurant.

Think you have what it takes to be a food critic? Want to earn your I-said-it-first bragging rights? Begin your foodspiration journey with us as we showcase Singapore’s finest restaurants that serve up the best in our dynamic culinary scene.

1. Restaurant Andre

Heralded as the best restaurant in Singapore since its inception in 2010, multi-award winning Restaurant Andre is also among the top 50 restaurants in Asia. Versed for its creative and inventive take on French Cuisine, Chef Andre Chiang and his team’s eclectic menu serves up sophistication and artisanal love.

Address: Restaurant Andre, 41 Bukit Pasoh Road, Singapore 089855

Contact: 6534 8880

Opening Hours: Lunch slots available between 12:00pm – 1:15pm on Wednesday and Friday only

Dinner slots: Available between 7:00pm – 8:00pm from Tuesday – Sunday

Closed: Mondays and Public Holidays

2. Iggy’s

Don’t confuse this with pop star Iggy Azalea’s eponymous album. Owner and chef/sommelier Ignatius Chan’s aesthetically outstanding restaurant does not follow a particular style of cuisine, but instead serves a fusion from different European nations with Asian twists. Deliciously exclusive, every item on the menu is a memorable highlight of art and taste.

Address: Iggy’s, The Hilton Hotel, Level 3, 581 Orchard Road, Singapore 238883

Contact: 6732 2234

Opening Hours: Lunch slots available between 12:00pm – 1:30pm from Monday – Friday

Dinner slots: Available between 7:00pm – 9:30pm from Monday – Saturday

Closed on Sundays

3. Gordon Grill

Proclaimed by many as one of the best restaurants to serve the finest steaks and Continental cuisine in Singapore, Gordon Grill has built a phenomenal reputation and has established itself as a must-try food institution.

Witness the dying tradition of a meat trolley personally wheeled to your table and relive the childlike joy as your eyes feast on chefs slicing meat in graceful fashion before being plated.

Address: Gordon Grill, Goodwood Park Hotel, GF, 22 Scotts Road, Singapore 228221

Contact: 6730 1744

Opening Hours: Lunch slots available between 12:00pm – 2:30pm daily

Dinner slots: Available between 7:00pm – 10:30pm daily

4. Waku Ghin

Recently ranked 39^th on the coveted ‘World’s 50 Best Restaurants’ list, Waku Ghin is not your traditional Japanese restaurant. Enjoy a world-class dining experience with the stunning view of Singapore’s skyline with a smorgasbord of delectable and meticulously detailed dishes.

Lest you forget, be sure to partake in the menu’s Sake selection presided by Chef Tetsuya, the first person appointed Sake Ambassador outside of Japan.

Address: Waku Ghin, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, #02-02, 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956

Contact: 6688 8507

Opening Hours: Lunch slots unavailable, Dinner slots available between 6:00pm – 8:30pm daily

5. JAAN

Derived from the Sanskrit word ‘bowl’, JAAN is an internationally recognized French restaurant that serves up a harmonious menu of quality ingredients. If the marvellous interior that features a magnificent crystal chandelier that spans the entire ceiling not impressive enough for you, feast on Epicurean delights with a host of multidimensional tastes and textures that are sure to make you salivate.

Address: JAAN, Swissotel The Stamford, Level 70, Equinox Complex, 2 Stamford Road, Singapore 178882

Contact: 68373322

Opening Hours: Lunch slots available between 12:00pm – 2:00pm from Monday – Saturday

Dinner slots: Available between 7:00pm – 10:00pm from Monday – Saturday

Closed: Sundays and Public Holidays

Give your tummy the “atas” treatment and uncover the inner food critic within you. Which do you think are the best Michelin-worthy restaurants in Singapore?

Written By: Moses Xiao

Featured Image Credit: oregonlive