The Bird Southern Table & Bar Opens at Marina Bay Sands

Award-winning Yardbird has finally opened its doors at Marina Bay Sands under the name The Bird Southern Table & Bar, offering authentic Southern U.S. cuisine and warm hospitality. Think hearty, comfort flavors that are rich and leaves you coming back for more. 

On the table of almost every group of customers is the signature Chicken "n" Watermelon "n"Waffles ($45) which spells everything that you see on the plate. Brined in a secret marinade for 27 hours according to a heritage family recipe before being deep fried in an air pressure fryer, the chicken is not shatteringly crunchy but has a light crispness that retains moistness beneath the skin. Even the most challenging breast meat section was well-executed. The chicken wings are already very flavorful on its own but the honey hot sauce is readily available for that extra kick (though less spicy than Tabasco). Just as important here are the tender Vermont sharp cheddar Cheese waffles that works as an outstanding pair with the bourbon syrup.

The Macaroni n Cheese ($14) is another popular favorite (especially amongst kids) that is made with five artisanal cheeses. Probably because I had this immediately after the chicken, the taste was comparatively lighter than usual Cheese dishes elsewhere. But that's not a bad thing. Just try to dig in while it's hot before the pasta starts to dry up.

For those looking for light appetizers and drinks, The Bird's extensive beverage program serves up high quality cocktails, whisky and bourbons from the signature Blackberry Bourbon Lemonade and to the regional-inspired The Japanese Pork Chop, Ong Bak and Pandan Mule. The drinks are truly refreshing and their restrained sweetness is what I like best about them. In fact, alcohol lovers or wine connoisseurs would delight to know that The Bird boasts one of the most impressive selections of bourbon and internationally sought-after spirits. The menu even offers special bourbons to pair with the fried chicken!

Diners can enjoy them alongside appetizers such as the creamy deviled eggs and Fried Green Tomato B.L.T, of which the latter is a less common combination of house smoked pork belly, pimento cheese, smoky tomato jam all stacked on a deep fried green tomato. With plenty of umami-packed ingredients all in one bite, this dish would make you go mamma Mia. For desserts, we tried the Cafe Creme Brulee and Banana Pudding which are truly keeping up with the spirit of authentic Southern US desserts. In other words, they are extra creamy, rich, dense and sweet. Honestly speaking, I'm not a fan of their desserts. However, for their other interesting sweets that are not categorized under desserts (e.g. 77 elvis pancakes - peanut bacon butter, bourbon maple syrup, banana compote, chocolate chips) give me a call and I'll be right back anytime.

B1-07, Galleria Level

The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands

Lunch
Monday - Friday: 11:00am - 4:00pm
Dinner
Daily: 4:00pm - 11:00pm
Drinks and Light Snacks
Daily: 11:00pm - 2:00am
Weekend Brunch
Sat/Sun: 10:00am-4pm

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Canton Paradise @ Marina Bay Sands : New Outlet with All Day Quality Dim Sum and Cantonese Cuisines

Renowned for its high-quality Cantonese dishes, Canton Paradise has launched its sixth outlet at Marina Bay Sands, doling out all-day dimsum and Cantonese wok dishes that will attract diners of all ages.

We begun with the excellently baked BBQ Pork Pastry ($6.80/3pcs) which had the ideal ratio of flaky, crumbly pastry skin to sweet pork filling. Just as tasty as those pork pastres were the Crispy BBQ Honey Pork Bun ($2.40 each for min. 2pcs). They are similar to Tim Ho Wan's version but the outer crust is less sweet and overall less greasy. The Baked Cheese Tarts ($6.80/3pcs) had a delicious molten core though some might find the cheese flavor to be slightly weak. I felt that the price was steep for the size. 

From the Steamed Molten Salted Egg Yolk Custard Piggy Buns ($6.80/3 pcs) to the Steamed White Chocolate with Walnut Charcoal bun ($2.90/pc), Canton Paradise constantly reinvents itself to not only catch up with the era of instagrammable food but also ensure that they taste good.

For the latter, the buns were too thick and they could also pump up on the white chocolate filling. As a red bean lover, I was impressed by how a classic Chinese Red Bean Pastry($6.80/3 pcs) was elevated into an elegant handbag! The exterior is thin, crispy and flaky while the red bean paste was soft, sweet and not too dry.

This is an MBS-exclusive dish just like the Dried Sakura Shrimps with Scallion Oil Tofu ($13.80) that is made with mineral water. So silky soft was the texture that it could almost rival the tofus in Kyoto. I thought the aromatic dried Sakura shrimps were truly a clever way of enjoying tofu.

Made with Japanese Pearl and Thailand fragrant jasmine rice, the Handmade Meatball Congee ($9.80) is cooked to a thick  creamy density that you can no longer taste any grain-a testimony of vigilant watch over the temperature to ensure uniform consistency. What made this a standout from the usual Cantonese congees are the huge springy meatballs that are prepared fresh daily. I've never tasted meatballs as fresh and light as these.

Other highlights include the Crisp Fried Fish Skin With Salted Egg Yolk ($9.80), Steamed Rice Roll with Preserved Turnips Filling ($5.20) drizzled with Canton Paradise's secret blend of soy sauce as well as the Dried Shrimps Noodles. Imported exclusively from HK, the noodles are finer than usual and boasts a springy bite. Nonetheless, I wish the umami flavors of the dried shrimps were stronger.

Other highly popular dishes that have been on the menu since Day 1 includes the rich and fatty BBQ Pork Belly with Honey Sauce ($22.80), roasted four to five times over charcoal for a dark Caramelized exterior. Those who love fatty cuts will like this one as it is almost 95% fat with barely any meat (probably around the rims). The Double-boiled Superior Chicken Soup ($14.80) features the premium penny bun mushroom and kampong chicken thigh boiled for 7-8 hours.

The restaurant also serves typical Chinese desserts but Durian Pudding ($5.60), which is smooth and neither overly sweet nor jelat. Despite the premium location, the prices are truly a steal for the above average quality of the food. There's even a 50% discount for all congee, noodles and dimsum (excluding noodles with roast items) from 3pm-5pm on weekdays (except PH). I can't think of anywhere in MBS with a better deal than this.

2 Bayfront Ave Unit 01-02

The Shoppes @ +Marina Bay Sands Singapore 018972

Mon-Thur 10.30am-10.30pm

Fri-Sun, Eve of PH and PH: 10.30am-11pm

Tel: 6688 7052

Note: This is a media tasting

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Colony @ Ritz-Carlton Singapore : 5-Tier Tingkat Afternoon Tea + Free Flow Desserts from The Patisserie

Mini Lobster Quiche

Yam Puff with Baby Abalone

Relish a taste of Singapore's culinary heritage with Colony's latest revamped afternoon tea featuring a 5 savoury dishes served in an exquisite ceramic tingkat. They are inspired by local Chinese and Western cuisine and are larger than the average cocktail canapés. Delicious highlights include the mini lobster quiche--savoury egg custard with chunky lobsters encrusted in a buttery flaky shell, as well as the Pumpkin Cake with Chilli crab sauce.

Just as you find yourself about half or three-quarters full, take a break and sip on the glass of Moet & Chandon Brut Imperial Champagne before you continue The Journey with free-flow desserts at The Patisserie. This is a section where you can discover some of the top-notched desserts in Singapore.

Most certainly not every dessert here is born equal but one cannot afford to miss the rich and decadent Chocolate Caramel Hazelnut Tart which crumbles into a gooey caramel as you fork your through. It's petit but successfully ambitious in congregating multiple textures and building depths in flavors.

Another hot favourite is the Taiwan Ice Cream Peanut Wrap which is made by wrapping freshly shaved peanut candy, taro ice cream and coriander all in thin yet fragrant crepe. Savoury, sweet, nutty and crunchy, there's a wonderful medley of textures and flavors here. Don't be surprise if your brain asks you to go for a second serving immediately after you take a bite. Any rational human being will do that. 

The ice cream section is yet another cave worthy of some exploration. The Chendol, Matcha and Strawberry which I've tried were not shy of their distinctive flavors, though some parts were slightly icy. Count in all the other signature scones, assorted miniatures, chocolate pralines, etc. and you know you have to save up your lunch calories for this. 

Priced at $49 per person, Colony's afternoon tea includes the Colony Tea, a custom blend of black and white Sumatran tea leaves from that comes with your choice of tea syrup enhancement such as French Rose or Lavender. 

Colony @ The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore

7 Raffles Ave, Singapore 039799

Tel 6434-5288

Available Mon-Sat 3.30pm-5.30pm 

http://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/singapore/dining/colony

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