Festive Feasting: Where to have a Winter Wonderland-worthy Christmas feast in Singapore

Sarah Khan 04 Dec 2017

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The White Rabbit
Housed in the beautifully restored 1930s Ebenezer chapel, Christmas is always that extra bit special and magical at The White Rabbit. Tuck into their festive menus happening throughout December, or make a date with your friends and family at their Christmas Eve Dinner (from SGD108/pax) or Christmas Day Brunch (from SGD98/pax) on the 24th and 25th of December respectively. To say that there will be a smorgasbord of hearty festive classics for you to feast on is an understatement: expect a seafood bar (serving fresh oysters and chilled lobsters), a carving station, eggs a la minute, a sumptuous dessert spread and more.

39C Harding Road Singapore 249541

Photo: The White Rabbit (Facebook)
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Hotel Fort Canning
The iconic Hotel Fort Canning transforms itself into a magically festive atmosphere every Christmas, with its old-school, colonial glamour and holiday-worthy decor. Famed for its mouthwatering signature turkey creations, it is unsurprising that the Christmas feast offerings at The Salon do not disappoint either.

This year, the chefs have whipped up a festive special that will especially speak to our Singaporean tastebuds: the Chilli Crab Turkey. This follows the likes of other Asian-inspired roasts like the Tom Yum Turkey in 2015. Perks: there are also vegetarian options for your non-meat eating friends and family!

UOB Special: 20% off festive dining at The Salon and 15% off festive takeaways.

Valid on 24, 25 & 31 December 2017 (festive buffet) and from 21 November to 22 December (festive takeaways). UOB Dining Privileges’ General T&Cs apply.

Hotel Fort Canning, 1 Canning Walk Singapore 178881

Photo: Hotel Fort Canning
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Brotzeit German Bier Bar & Restaurant
This Christmas, Brotzeit German Bier Bar & Restaurant brings the wonder of the famed German Christmas markets to Singapore. To capture the magical German festivities during this time of the year (like enjoying a mug of mulled wine in the sub-zero winter), Brotzeit will be setting up Christmas market displays across all its outlets. You’ll find charming wooden hut-like structures and pushcarts, designed in the same fashion as the authentic ones in Germany, to offer that German Christmas market experience.

The huts will be decked with quintessentially German festive goodies, like a 5-litre keg of Weltenburger Barock dark beer (SGD98), and other Christmas gifts, such as the traditionally roasted caramelised almonds. Besides the Christmas markets, Brotzeit’s executive chef has also prepared a festive feast that has all the classic Christmas favourites like the Venison Sausages, a Christmas Platter (featuring the signature oven-roasted pork knuckle), Schupfnudeln, traditional German desserts and Glühwein. The Christmas market and menu is available from 16 November to 2 January at various Brotzeit outlets.

Various outlets island-wide.

Photo: Brotzeit
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PORTA
Stepping into PORTA during Christmas time will have you feeling like you’ve stepped into someone’s delightfully cosy and quaint home. Don’t even get us started on the food; meat-enthusiasts will revel in the Charcuterie Platter and Suckling Pig, while seafood lovers will absolutely love the Lobster Bisque and Norwegian Salmon dish that comes topped with a fragrant marinated fennel and avruga caviar. With its inviting ambience and eclectic haven of European Christmas classics, this will be a truly wonderfully festive dining experience worthy of the holidays.

UOB Special: 1-for-1 for main courses* and 10% off festive a la carte meals**.

*Valid till 31 December 2017, quote “UOB 1-for-1” at time of reservation.

**Valid for festive a la carte menu on select dates. UOB Dining Privileges’ General T&Cs apply.

PORTA, Park Hotel Clarke Quay 1 Unity Street Singapore 678050

Photo: Porta SG (Facebook)
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Lime
All through December, treat yourself to the decadent festive buffet lunch and dinner offerings at PARKROYAL on Pickering’s Lime restaurant. From classics like the Christmas turkey to fusion iterations like a Pandan Coconut Log Cake, there’s certainly something for everyone. Conclude your hearty festive feasting with a celebratory toast with their bottle of Mumm Champagne (SGD88) for a Christmas dinner done right.

3 Upper Pickering St, Singapore 058289

Photo: PARKROYAL on Pickering (Lime)
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ilLido at The Cliff
For a festive feast that differs from the usual roast turkey and log cake scenario, treat yourself to a hearty spread of Italian Christmas classics at ilLido. Its signature festive dishes include a Red Prawn Tartare with Sea Urchin Hollandaise and Caviar (mmm). During Christmas, its impeccably romantic and festive setting atop a high hill provides such a delightfully magical ambience reminiscent of a great meal along the Amalfi Coast.

2 Bukit Manis Road, Sentosa, Singapore 099891

Photo: Sofitel Singapore
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Oxwell & Co.
For a taste of a traditionally British Christmas, Oxwell & Co. is the place to be. This British pub stays true to your favourite Christmas classics that will transport you right to the festive pub scene in London. Expect the likes of a mouthwatering traditional roast mash, gravy and Yorkshire pudding, charred Brussels sprouts, roast potatoes and more. If your idea of a perfect, magical Christmas is a hearty festive feast in the intimate company of those you love, Oxwell & Co. definitely tops the list.

5 Ann Siang Road Singapore 069688

Photo: Oxwell & Co
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Privé CHIJMES
Nestled in a former church compound, with its lush garden setting beautifully accented with fairy lights, Privé CHIJMES is every bit the magical Christmas experience. Beyond the breathtaking ambience is a Christmas menu that is absolutely mouthwatering. Sink your teeth into the Wood-Roasted Butternut Pumpkin Song (SGD11), Turkey and Mushroom Roulade (SGD26) and Classic Treacle Nut Tart (SGD12) and more - comforting Christmas classics that will whet your palate and warm your soul.

CHIJMES, 30 Victoria Street #01-33 Singapore 187996

Photo: Privé CHIJMES (Facebook)
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Conrad Centennial Singapore
Conrad Centennial Singapore transforms itself into a mecca of sumptuous Christmas goodies, with its lavish log cakes, Christmas roasts, hearty buffets at Oscar’s, festive-themed tea sets at the Lobby Lounge and more. Pssst - there’s even a special Christmas Pudding Gin & Tonic! For a smorgasbord of delicious treats that will soak you right into a magical festive spirit, Conrad Centennial Singapore is certainly the place to bring your loved ones to this Christmas.

UOB Special: 15% off Christmas Takeaway.

Valid from 4 to 25 December. Min. of 3 days' advance order required. UOB Dining Privileges’ General T&Cs apply.

2 Temasek Blvd, Singapore 038982

Photo: Conrad Centennial Singapore
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The Carvery
Meat-lovers will not be disappointed by the Spanish-inspired Christmas offerings at The Carvery: think gourmet Yuletide treats that will whisk you away into a Winter Wonderland-worthy Christmas in Europe - at least, gastronomically.

Expect dishes that run the gamut from the Iberico pork belly porchetta stuffed with chorizo and apple to a spit-roasted chicken with orange and rosemary, as well as festive staples like a roast turkey. On Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, the festive spread comes with a whole Spanish suckling, priced from SGD45 for adults and from SGD25 for children - quite the bang for your buck!

The Carvery, Level 7 Park Hotel Alexandra, 323 Alexandra Hotel

Photo: The Carvery
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Goodwood Park Hotel
Goodwood Park Hotel certainly pulls out all the stops for Christmas feast of epic proportions. There are hearty buffet spreads, festive meals and epicurean takeaways, with new gourmet offerings like the 12 Treasures Turkey, which sees the classic Christmas turkey reinvented with an Asian spin. With a feast of these gastronomic proportions, you’ll certainly be in for a magical festive experience.

UOB Special: 20% off Christmas Takeaway (Early Bird Specials) and 15% off Christmas Takeaway (Regular Promo).

Valid from 1 to 15 December (Early Bird Specials) and from 16 to 26 December (Regular Promo). Not valid for Combo specials, Goodwood 'Mao Shan Wang' Durian Christmas Logcake & Durian Ice Cream tubs. UOB Dining Privileges’ General T&Cs apply.

22 Scotts Road Singapore 228221

Photo: Goodwood Park Hotel (Facebook)
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The Regent Singapore
There are a handful of things that will immediately call to mind a quintessentially Winter Wonderland-worthy Christmas: eggnog, mulled wine and of course - the nutcracker. Themed after the famous The Nutcracker ballet, The Regent Singapore has collaborated with Canadian luxury tea lender Tea Leaves and the Singapore Dance for a festive afternoon tea inspired by the classic Christmas ballet.

Expect a three-tier stand decked with assorted gourmet mini-sandwiches, like the Wagyu Beef Carpaccio with Rocket Salad and parmesan Cheese, Chuao chocolate scones and butter. There will also be desserts like the Nutcracker Gelato, a dramatically-plated Chocolate Snow on Fire that is flambéd at the table, and more.

UOB Special: 10% Discount on Festive Hampers, Festive Cakes and Party-to-go Package at Dolcetto by Basilico.

Valid till 1 Jan 2018. Orders must be placed with 72-hours in advance. UOB Dining Privileges’ General T&Cs apply.

Dolcetto by Basilico, The Regent Singapore, 1 Cuscaden Road

Photo: The Regent Singapore

Rest assured – these spots will whisk you away into a magical Winter Wonderland.

Considering how Singapore enjoys a perpetual summer year-round, it’s safe to say a sizable majority of us are yet to have a taste of a White Christmas experience.

Don’t get us wrong – we adore our summer Christmas. However, there’s also something magical about European Christmas markets, mulled wine, holly and tinsel decking the halls – and of course, scrumptious festive food that truly whisks you to a Winter Wonderland.

In the gallery above, we’ve sussed out the best restaurants in the city that have managed to capture a taste of that quintessential White Christmas for a festive dining experience you won’t forget. From a magical German Christmas market at Brotzeit to the quintessentially British Christmas grub at Oxwell & Co, check them out in the gallery above!

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