Delicious National Day Menus To Celebrate Singapore's 58th Birthday
From exquisite dim sum with local flavours to iconic Singapore cocktails.
The year 2023 has been a challenging year for Singapore with elevated inflation post-Covid-19. However, there are still many reasons to celebrate the country’s 58th anniversary as an independent republic, and what better way to celebrate the occasion than by indulging in local cuisine with friends and family? From exquisite dim sum with local flavours to iconic Singapore cocktails, here are some of the most delicious ways to enjoy National Day this year.
LeVeL33
LeVeL33’s one-evening party ($268++ per diner) allows you to indulge in unlimited servings of local inspired dishes and canapés like the Rendang Slider and Beer Brined Charcoal Grilled Soy Chicken Wing, Ice Cream Sandwich with Local-inspired Flavours, house-brewed beers, wines, and the iconic Singapore Sling. While you're at it, enjoy the best view of the National Day parade at the Padang amidst a fireworks-lit skyline.
Make a reservation here or call 6834 3133.
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Yàn
Photo: Yàn
Yàn Steamed Xiao Long Bao with Bak Kut Teh Stock
From 1 to 15 August, delight in a sumptuous spread of classic Cantonese delights incorporated with local flavours during lunch at Yàn. Dine-in highlights include the Poached Prawns and Diced Cod Fish Dumpling with Assam Sauce ($9++ for 3 pieces), Steamed Xiao Long Bao with Bak Kut Teh Stock ($8++ for 4 pieces) and Steamed Hainanese Chicken with Sticky Rice wrapped in Lotus Leaf ($6++ for 2 pieces).
Call 6384 5585 or email reserve@Yan.com.sg to make a reservation.
Tablescape
There's no better way to celebrate Singapore's birthday with a gorgeous view of the flying flag and fireworks in the company of family and friends. From 18 July to 13 August 2023, Tablescape presents a dine-in National Day Set Menu (think: Seafood Medley, Arancini with Chicken, and Durian Coconut Bliss); as well as a beautiful Botanical Garden Afternoon Tea Set featuring the likes of Matcha Red Bean Cake, Green Tea Mousse With Pineapple Confiture, and Chilli Crab Salad inspired by the Padang and the greeneries of our garden city, available for both dine-in and takeaway.
Email hello@tablescape.sg or call 6432 5566 to make a reservation.
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Kinki Restaurant + Bar
Kinki Restaurant + Bar is setting the scene for the perfect National Day revelry with tipples and bites with its National Day Rooftop Package ($588++ per table of up to 6 persons), available on 9 August. Party from 5pm to 12am at the Rooftop Bar on level 3 with irresistible bar snacks like Chicken Karaage, Ebi Fries, and Cassava Nachos; tantalising spirits and mixers, as well as the thumping beats by a guest DJ working the decks. The National Day Rooftop Package includes a 700ml bottle of Roku Gin, alongside a choice between Haku Vodka or Chita Whiskey.
If you prefer a daytime gathering on National Day, indulge in an array of Japanese comfort food with a twist in the Bottomless Brunch ($68++ per person) at Kinki Restaurant on Level 2. Available from 12pm to 3pm on Saturdays and public holidays, soak in the unbeatable views while noshing on reinvented Japanese classics and pours of a preferred alcoholic beverage at an additional $38++ per person.
Visit www.kinki.com.sg or call 8363 6697 to make a reservation.
PATH SG and Eat and Cook KL
Photo: Yum Cha by PATH and Eat and Cook
PATH x Eat and Cook Canapes
This August, two restaurants—PATH from Singapore, and Eat and Cook (#79 Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants) from Malaysia—pay culinary tributes to their respective National Days. Chefs Marvas Ng, Lee Zhexi and Soh Yongzhi will guest cook in each other’s kitchens in a series of special collaborative events—Singapore will host the first set of collaborations on 7 and 8 August, dinner only ($258++/pax); followed by a reciprocal ‘leg’ in Kuala Lumpur later in the month. The 8-course tasting menu will articulate the special cross-border relationship, where "each dish embodies friendship, kinship and a deep sense of national pride." Look forward to dishes like Crystal Chicken Feet with Teochew Chilli & Yuzu Pickled Cherry Tomato, Century Egg Shu Mai & Siew Bao, and Maine Lobster "Sui Gao".
Visit www.pathrestaurant.com.sg or call 6443 0180 to make a reservation.
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Artemis Grill
Sitting on CapitaGreen’s 40th floor, Artemis Grill & Sky Bar is offering a limited edition 3-course dinner menu ($98++ per person) to celebrate National Day. Guests can look forward to appetizers like creamy Burrata served with black figs & prosciutto di parma and Beef Tartare; Black Cod with Bouillabaisse and Confit Fennel & Leek, Iberico Pork Loin with pea purée and pancetta or Moroccan Lamb Chops with cauliflower saffron pilaf rice, to mention a few. Dessert lovers will love the Sticky Date Cake served with vanilla ice-cream, Chocolate & Coconut Rice Pudding with caramelized coconut sorbet or Apricot Tart with vanilla chantilly.
Make a reservation here or call 6635 8677.
CÉ LA VI
As a tribute to the best of Singapore’s cuisine, CÉ LA VI is throwing a spectacular birthday party on National Day (9 August) with menu highlights including the Classic BBQ Platter ($150++), Surf & Turf Platter ($200++) with plump tiger prawns and luxurious Canadian lobster tail, succulently-grilled Satays, freshly steamed soft Tutu Kuehs and sticky chewy Muah Chee. Hit the dance floor at the Club Lounge and enjoy views of the magnificent firework display. Also available are kid-friendly temporary face and body tattoos, each design drawing inspiration from familiar representations of Singapore.
Tickets can be purchased here.