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The Fullerton Hotels Singapore has partnered with Tarte by Cheryl Koh to launch the Fullerton x Tarte collection from 1 February to 31 July 2021, a divine assortment of artisanal tarts crafted by Cheryl Koh, Chef-founder of Tarte and award-winning Pastry Chef of 3 Michelin-starred restaurant, Les Amis, concepts under the Les Amis Group.
Baked from scratch each morning using only the best available ingredients, the Fullerton x Tarte collection brings Chef Koh’s well-regarded pastry expertise to the elegant and iconic setting of The Fullerton Hotels Singapore. Showcasing her refined sensibility for presentation and delight, the stunning assortment has been carefully curated to deliver sublime flavours in the form of aesthetically delightful pâtisserie, promising an impeccable experience for one’s eyes and palate alike.
January 14, 2021
Resorts World Sentosa
It isn’t exactly Chinese New Year until you’ve partaken in one too many lo heis, which translate from Cantonese to “tossing up fortune”.
After all, yu sheng is a quintessential dish when it comes to celebrating the conviviality of reunions and the New Year, with no better way to get all of your well-wishes out (and receive plenty in return) as ingredients are added while reciting their corresponding phrases.
That said, yu sheng has changed with the times. Certain ingredients, like plum sauce, crackers or sesame oil are mainstays to the festive platter – not the least for their auspicious meanings.
The Fullerton CNY 2020 Cantonese Treasures & Festive Goodies
Fullerton CNY 2020 – A Bountiful Feast at Jade Restaurant
Executive Chef of Jade Restaurant Leong Chee Yeng says, “A symbol of strength and dedication, the mighty yet humble ox traditionally plays an essential role in reaping a bountiful harvest. This motif reveals itself in this year’s specialties, alongside other inspired creations imbued with well-wishes for bliss, prosperity and togetherness. Designed to serve smaller groups, the newly created dishes are ideal for sharing meaningful moments of warmth with one’s closest kin.”
The quintessential starter for auspicious feasting is the spectacular Premium Gold Rush Salmon Yu Sheng, meticulously arranged into an image of the spirited bull, while families with younger children will delight in the special children’s version, arranged into an endearing representation of a playful calf. Fresh ingredients are elevated by champagne jelly, shallot oil and kumquat dre
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The Fullerton Bay offers one hundred rooms and suites, each with floor-to-ceiling windows that offer expansive views of the Marina Bay waterfront or city skyline. My partner and I were checked into the Premier Bay View Room on the first floor, which was fitted with an additional outdoor deck and two cosy loungers, facing Marina Bay Sands.
Unfortunately, we were there during the rainy season; we didn’t quite get to enjoy the experience of lounging by the bay in the evening. But I did squeeze in some time to take in the morning scenery over a cup of TWG tea and him a shot of Nespresso the next day.