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30Nov 2018 by SALT Magazine

New Restaurants: December 2018

[caption id="attachment_14830" align="alignnone" width="810"] Tris di Bufala at The Mast'[/caption] The Mast' of Mozzarella & Co. The Mast’ is here and they’re here to stay. Originating from Rome, The Mast’ is unlike any other with their in-house cheese production lab; through a glass window, passerbyers and diners have the opportunity to take a glimpse at the buffalo cheese-making process. Conveniently located at Frasers Tower, The Mast’ is the ideal place for all scenes, be it corporate meetings, or a quick lunch. Between this time until 15 December, The Mast’ has an offer for an Aperol Spritz ($12; U.P. $15), a refreshing, prosecco-based Italian cocktail, typically served as an aperitif, with the inclusion of canapes. For a light snack, consider their Mortadella Schiacciata ($18), a light and crisp bread tucked…

27Nov 2018 by SALT Magazine

SALT Weddings: Sofitel Singapore City Centre

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The 5-star luxury hotel is the wedding venue for couples who are after a glamorous yet tasteful location for their wedding festivities. Up to 20,000 square feet of event space (including the largest pillarless ballroom in the district) is available for your use to customise the wedding of your dreams. Be it a grand banquet at the majestic Wallich Ballroom, or an intimate outdoor celebration amidst lush and calming greenery at The Lawn, the hotel’s in-house wedding team will walk with you through every step of your planning to ensure a fuss-free and enjoyable wedding planning experience. Apart from having a choice in wedding favours and bespoke venue décor, you can also choose between three exclusive wedding packages, each with its own customised Chinese-style menu, complimentary use of an on-site…

27Nov 2018 by SALT Magazine

Win $100 Vouchers For Bao Concept Bao Makers!

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The guys behind Singapore’s first-ever bao (Chinese-style steamed buns) concept has moved to the trendy Cantonment area. New on the menu are Asian-inspired rice bowls perfect for a delicious, fuss-free lunch. Dig into deep-fried chicken cubes coated in savoury-sweet kecap manis ($13.80 for rice bowl); or salmon with torched mentaiko sauce ($14.80 for rice bowl). [caption id="attachment_14689" align="alignnone" width="810"] Cheeseburger Springroll[/caption] For those beef cravings, order the beef cubes drizzled in a homemade goose liver sauce ($21.80), or the tiger prawns coated in a mentaiko sauce ($15.80) that's been torched to a smoky finish. They’ve also streamlined their bun selection ($5.80 each), and now offer the veggie; salmon-mentaiko; salted egg chicken; and chilli crab baos. Other highlights include a housemade crabmeat beancurd ($5.80), served with a piquant, moreish century egg…

25Nov 2018 by SALT Magazine

SALT Weddings: Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore

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Having to choose a space at Shangri-La can be hard. They’ve got 21 event spaces which offer a wide variety of settings, and two pillar free ballrooms: the Island Ballroom and The Dutch Pavilion. For starters, both venues are gorgeous. Crystal chandeliers add nothing short of a luxurious accent to your wedding dinner at the Island Ballroom, while The Dutch Pavilion’s location amidst 15 acres of lush tropical gardens lend a tranquil and intimate ambience to the wedding festivities. Should you decide on a traditional Chinese banquet style dinner, the Island Ballroom offers three different packages with each package offering two Chinese-style menus for you to choose from. Apart from a complimentary two night stay in the hotel on the day of the wedding, a two night honeymoon stay at…

25Nov 2018 by SALT Magazine

SALT Weddings: Mandarin Oriental, Singapore

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Planning an intimate celebration? The Harbour View suites provide the perfect setting for a small sit-down meal or cocktail reception — with views overlooking the bay area and city skyline. If your guestlist numbers in the hundreds, consider the magnificent Oriental Ballroom, where your guests will dine in regal splendour under grand chandeliers. Have every detail of your day planned out by their experienced wedding consultants, right down to the four distinct themes that you can pick for the decor of your special day. You’ll also want your guests to be well fed. The hotel caters for every situation you can think of, with sit-down Western meals, to Chinese-style banquets, or even a fuss-free buffet. Treats that you can expect for your dinner reception include a stunning Macaron Garden; or…

25Nov 2018 by SALT Magazine

SALT Weddings: JW Marriott Singapore South Beach

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Dazzle guests with your wedding venue, the Grand Ballroom, which is adorned with 11,520 individual light rods that hang from the ballroom’s high ceiling, creating a luminescent and enchanting atmosphere that simply resembles a forest of lights. An expansive 10m x 15m LED-display backdrop also adds to the stunning layout of the ballroom - the backdrop even opens up in the middle, which is perfect for creating a theatrical entrance for the lovebirds! The ballroom’s classic art deco and pillarless architectural features also combine with a modern glass façade for a look that blends modernity with a touch of heritage. The best part? You don’t have to worry about a single detail as they’ve got a team of in-house wedding specialists that will create a bespoke experience just for you…

23Nov 2018 by SALT Magazine

SALT Weddings: Hotel Jen Orchardgateway

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Couples looking for a quirky and unconventional solemnization venue should look no further than [email protected] Viewing Deck. This poolside venue of the hotel’s award-winning rooftop infinity pool offers panoramic views of the city skyline - an evening solemnisation ceremony would be bathed in the light of the sunset, and come nightfall, is the perfect place to lay back and take in the night sky with loved ones. For a spot of tranquility in the heart of the city, the Bamboo Sky Terrace exudes stillness and calm with its lush emerald green bamboo garden. Flanked by sweeping views of the city, this solemnisation venue is nothing short of picture perfect. If you’re looking for something spacious, [email protected] Terrace is your go-to venue. A two-storey lush green foliage backdrop adds a lovely touch to…

22Nov 2018 by SALT Magazine

SALT Weddings: Hotel Jen Tanglin

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Whether it’s an elaborate banquet or an intimate ceremony that you have planned during a weekday or weekend, over lunch or dinner, weddings at Hotel Jen Tanglin promises to be nothing short of unforgettable and exceptional. Hotel Jen Tanglin offers fully customisable packages to suit each couple’s needs - three spacious function venues allow you to create just the wedding you’ve always wanted. What’s more, come 2019, two newly launched collections of four exclusive themes allow couples to create the desired mood for their wedding ceremony. The Classic Collection features two ethereal themes - A Walk To Remember and Celestial Forest. Based on the rom-com of the same name, A Walk To Remember sees furnishings in a palette of pretty pink and white that will surely mirror the bride’s sweet…

20Nov 2018 by SALT Magazine

SALT Weddings: InterContinental Singapore

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At InterContinental Singapore, a team of dedicated wedding planners awaits to assist you in bringing your dream wedding to life; customising and adding personal touches just the way you’d like it. Take a pick from three exclusive venues, each with a distinct and unique style allow you to set the tone for your wedding. A European style wedding luncheon or dinner finds its place at Ash & Elm, a vibrant European restaurant with a private dining room hosts up to 40 of your loved ones, making this an unforgettably intimate experience. For award-winning Cantonese cuisine paired with premium tea blends, Man Fu Yuan offers a charming and elegant space for up to 80 guests to enjoy a traditional Chinese banquet. [caption id="attachment_14867" align="alignnone" width="810"] InterContinental Singapore's Grand Ballroom[/caption] Couples who require a…

19Nov 2018 by SALT Magazine

SALT Weddings: Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium

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Conveniently located near Clarke Quay, Chinatown, and Tiong Bahru, Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium promises an unforgettable wedding experience. With different ballrooms catering for up to between 150 to 400 guests, and live projections for all of them, your wedding will be sorted no matter its scale. Have an insta-worthy wedding at the Changi Room, which comes with floor-to-ceiling windows boasting a panoramic view of the Singapore skyline; or a full extravaganza at the grand Atrium Ballroom, which comes complete with an intelligent lighting system. Meanwhile, there’s always the Changi Terrace for a breezy, al fresco cocktail reception that will give any wedding that little something special. [caption id="attachment_14902" align="alignnone" width="810"] The Timeless Elegance set up at Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium[/caption] No wedding is complete without the proper adornment — Holiday…