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With a variety of influences, Singapore’s food scene is as diverse as they come. Explore five unique dining experiences at Hilton Singapore Orchard
A quick mention of Singapore may inevitably bring up the subject of food. Known for its chili crab, laksa, char kway teow, kaya toast, and Hokkien Mee, the influences in its cuisine are brimming with Chinese, Indian, Malaysian, and even Western flavors. These are translated into Michelin-starred restaurants, hawker stalls, and zi char joints (casual diners).
The country is a foodie destination without a doubt, but visitors can also find this culinary diversity within the Hilton Singapore Orchard. The 1,080-room hotel, at the heart of Orchard Road, is the largest Hilton hotel in the Asia-Pacific region. It exemplifies the best the brand has to offer, pairing luxurious stays with vibrant food and beverage options inspired by both old and new Singapore.
The hotel’s five curated culinary concepts offer inviting environments perfect for meaningful connections and experiencing local culture.
Estate
Inspired by past colonial residences, Estate combines Singapore’s historical heritage with modern influences. Elegant colonnades and black-and-white marble walkways lead guests to various dining rooms and residential-style open kitchens. Its stand-out feature? An all-day buffet with expansive selections for lunch, dinner, and Sunday brunch.
The Grand Sunday Champagne Brunch is a highlight with a new curated concept, including themed live kitchens such as a cold seafood bar and a Texas Hill Country-inspired Barbecue station, free-flowing champagne, and family-friendly and kids activities. There are several kiosks for a gastronomic adventure, such as an artisanal cheese and charcuterie station, a dessert spread featuring Crispy Mochi Waffles with Summer Peaches and à la minute banana crêpe with house-made Botanique en Fleurs 68% dark chocolate, and a fusion of traditional and modern Asian dishes, a tempura station, and a Japanese bar.
The selections are inclusive and diverse featuring an all-day breakfast and Estate Brunch signatures such as Shakshuka, a twist on Eggs Benedict’s traditional hollandaise with Korean Gochujang sauce, seafood fare including Fine de Claire, Maine lobsters, snow crab legs, and scallops.
Not to be missed is its Seafood and Wine Buffet, available on Fridays and Saturday nights, which invites you to partake in premium seafood offerings, smokey barbeques, and free-flow wines.
Ginger.Lily
Inside Hilton Singapore Orchard is a botanical-inspired lounge and bar designed with airy double-height ceilings and cathedral-inspired glass panels. By day, Ginger.Lily is a serene space offering an elegant afternoon tea experience – Teatime Soiree, a refined fusion of French flair and Japanese artistry.
In the evening, Ginger.Lily transforms into a cocktail bar headed by head mixologist Michael Mendoza. Its ‘Experience’ cocktail program is divided into three parts: “Synaesthesia,” “A New You,” and “Zero-Proof.” Each part ensures a unique, sensorial journey, utilizing unconventional elements like edible perfumes, coloured-eye glasses, and wireless neck speakers to activate your five senses.
Osteria Mozza
Travelers who want a slice of Los Angeles in Singapore will enjoy the only Asian outpost of the one-Michelin-starred restaurant by celebrity chef Nancy Silverton. From handmade pasta to its signature wood-fired pizzas to the Butterscotch Budino, the menu is a medley of classics. Notable dishes include Nancy’s Caesar salad, Tagliatelle with beef cheek ragù, and signature desserts like the Rosemary Olive Oil Cake.
The extensive wine list features over 280 labels curated by Osteria Mozza’s partner and celebrity winemaker Joe Bastianich. The interiors, inspired by a Tuscan farmhouse, features a warm, intimate dining atmosphere with a private dining room and semi-alfresco seatings available.
Shisen Hanten
Helmed by Chen Kentaro, this one-MICHELIN-starred restaurant specializes in Szechuan cuisine with a Japanese twist. Signature dishes include Chen’s Mapo Doufu and Deep-fried Diced Chicken with Szechuan Chilli Peppers. The restaurant also offers traditional Cantonese delights.
Chatterbox
Tell a Singaporean that you want to try Mandarin Chicken Rice and they will lead you to Chatterbox. The homegrown restaurant’s menu combines nostalgia and modernity, featuring beloved dishes like lobster laksa, Hokkien-style Bak Kut Teh, and beef short ribs rendang.
Ideal for casual meals, the wood furnishings, white block panels, and spacious seating arrangement blend sophistication and comfort at this restaurant at Hilton Singapore Orchard.
Hilton Singapore Orchard, part of the award-winning Hilton Honors loyalty program for Hilton’s 24 distinct hotel brands, is offering members up to 25% off food and beverages at Estate, Ginger.Lily, and Osteria Mozza until December 31, 2024 as part of the Like A Member Campaign. For more information, visit Hilton Singapore Orchard’s official website.
