Dining

From fresh, seasonal fare elevated with traditional European culinary techniques, to hearty, casual cuisine inspired by the robust flavours of Southeast Asia – these are the up-and-coming restaurants and refreshed concepts to watch out for in Singapore.

It’s time to get excited over the return of a decades-old classic, a restaurant that specialises in unique cuts of beef, irresistible pizzas, and more.

Esora’s Chef Araki presents a menu filled with his fond childhood memories around springtime’s best produce.Throughout the tasting menus (lunch at $328, dinner at $368), you’ll find gastronomic gems like Aori Ika (bigfin reef squid) served alongside deep-fried spring takenoko (bamboo shoot) and nanohana (rapeseed stalks), which takes inspiration from Chef Araki’s childhood where he would pick wild bamboo shoots and nonohana in spring.

Executive chef Nicola Russo invites you to taste his soulful Asian-inspired omakase dining experience at Api Jiwa, Capella Ubud.

If you can’t get enough of well-executed Cantonese dishes and also don’t have time to fly to Hong Kong for a mega feast at the moment, why not consider these restaurants in Singapore. Their menus offer a range of delicious creations (some with a twist), steamed and baked dim sum and other satisfying Chinese flavours.

You’re guaranteed a fun, slightly boisterous evening at Underdog Inn, a new concept from the team behind Sago House, Low Tide, and Ghostwriter. At this modern “tavern”, smoked meats, pickled vegetables, and a variety of daily specials take center stage, complemented by an extensive drink and cocktail menu that will ensure a memorable night ahead.