After the past weekend’s Halloween and Deepavali celebrations, it’s probably time to hit the gym… and stay away from booze for at least a few days. But if, like us, you’re still in the festive mood, here are three scrumptious dishes to chow down before getting back into your exercise regime.
Il Risotto con Piccione at Prego
The Dish: This hearty risotto dish comprises milk and Carnaroli rice grains from famed Italian rice producer Acquerello, and is loaded with delectable Parmesan cheese and roasted pigeon breast. It’s one of the highlights on Prego’s new seasonal truffle menu, which is available until next January.
The Place: With its warm lighting, wooden furniture, and meats hanging from awnings, this laid-back restaurant at Fairmont Singapore resembles an Italian trattoria. It focuses on traditional Italian cuisine and, on Sundays, offers a decadent brunch spread of seafood, grilled meats and a free flow of Berlucchi.
Price: S$48++
Prego, Level 1, Fairmont Singapore, 80 Bras Basah Road, Singapore 189560,
+65 6431 6156, www.fairmont.com
Eggplant at FOC Sentosa
The Dish: Melt-in-the-mouth chunks of grilled eggplant are paired with salty bits of cured paprika Sobrassada sausage and Parmesan cheese, in a delicious explosion of smokey and savoury flavours. Honey is also drizzled over the dish for a hint of sweetness.
The Place: Located at Palawan Beach, this breezy waterfront restaurant is the sophomore outlet of Spanish eatery FOC along Hong Kong Street. It serves up Spanish-Mediterranean fare the likes of tapas, paellas and grilled meats, along with various cocktails and wines.
Price: S$12
FOC Sentosa, 110 Tanjong Beach Walk, Sentosa, Singapore 098943,
+65 6100 1102, www.focsentosa.com
Langoustine at Saint Pierre
The Dish: This delicately flavoured concoction features juicy langoustine coated with crunchy wild puffed rice, and served with winter melon, celeriac and chopped green apples. It is part of Saint Pierre‘s refreshed menu, which is designed by new Executive Chef Mathieu Escoffier.
The Place: This elegant fine dining restaurant at One Fullerton specialises in French cuisine with seasonal ingredients, and offers prix fixe menus and à la carte dishes.
Price: S$78
Saint Pierre, 1 Fullerton Road, #02-02B, One Fullerton, Singapore 049213, +65 6438 0887, www.saintpierre.com.sg