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Singapore’s culinary scene is a huge territory—from humble kopitiams and hawker stalls that serve tasty noodles, to haute French cuisine at the toniest establishment. In this city, it’s always a delight to sample novel tastes, dine in new restaurants, and just indulge in an atmosphere where good food is very much a way of life. In Singapore, one need not go around the world to sample different cuisines. Here, some of the establishments that tempted our tastebuds:
Astor Bar
HEARTY FRENCH PROVINCIAL N e w l y o p e n e d i n M a y, L’Entrepot Bistrot (“warehouse” in French) is a quaint eatery on Clarke Quay that serves regional French classics. The atmosphere is casual. Stay indoors for a cosy meal or dine al fresco by the river. The menu is affordable and food, undeniably good, as with all good French cooking. Nothing fancy here, no fusion, or unusual combinations. Here, the emphasis is on classic French fare. For starters, try the Poached Egg, served with button, cep, shimeiji, and shiitake mushrooms sautéed with shallots, butter, garlic, butter, olive oil. After this tasty start, try their version of French onion soup. Its arrival on the table will always elicit a few gasps as the Ementhal cheesetopped crouton over the bowl sets the tone for the rest of the meal. From here on in, one
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Clockwise From Top Left: Alfresco dining; Interior shot of L'Entrepot Bistrot; Poached Egg with button, cep,shimeiji and shiitake mushrooms; Lamb Shank served with Cajun spice-roasted swede—a must-try; serving is good enough for two.
should hear laughter and great conversation interspersed with silence, as you savour the excellent cuisine.The portions are good enough for two or more people, so it’s ideal for intimate dinners for two or a gathering of close friends.
3E, River Valley Road, #01-02, Clarke Quay, Singapore 179024 (it’s by the river, near the bungee jump); tel (65) 6337 5585; entrepot.bistrot@esmerada.com; www.esmirada.com. Hours: Lunch, 12pm-2pm; dinner, Sun-Tue 6pm-11pm (last order, 10:30pm); Wed-Thu 6pm-2am (last order, 10:30pm; finger food offered, 10:30pm-1am); Fri-Sat 6pm-2am (last order 11:30pm, finger food, 10:30pm-1am)