Ban Heng Restaurant at Harbourfront Centre #04-01 S(099253) - Dad's 90th Birthday Celebration with the clan on 23 May 2015

Dad's got his wish for a lifetime. His requirement to Grouch Two for his 90th Birthday Celebration -Roasted Suckling Pig on the Birthday dinner table. 

The Occasion - Dad's 90th Birthday Celebration 

The Restaurant - Ban Heng Restaurant 

The Venue - Harbourfront #04-28 

The Date - 23 May 2015 Saturday 

(his actual day is 22 May 2015.)

Grouch Two organised & planned this Birthday celebration, reserved 3 tables & invited relatives & Dad's godson Chua Chong & his clan to join us on this special celebration. 

Birthday Dinner Menu 

Each table costs about S$600++. Total bill for the evening came to be S$1820.00

The Starter Dish 

Here is the first dish that arrived at the dinner table - Longevity Buns. The Birthday Boy could not contain his happiness, & was all smiles.

The Soup 
The next dish was the Shark's Fin Soup. A good dose of the superior soup broth, with bits of crab meat interspersed in the soup, and some few strands of shark's fin in between. Tasty & savoury & pairs well with the dark vinegar & white pepper.

The First Main Course

This is the Braised Duck meat with Tofu. Key ingredient in marination of this duck is the five spice powder, The duck has been marinated well, then braised for hours with the meat fully infused with the flavors of the braised sauce to lend a tender succulent juicy moist savoury fragrant bite. 

The Second Main Course 

This is the Roast Suckling Pig the birthday boy has specially requested for. The skin is roasted till shiny crisp and has a crunchy bite to it. 

Some of the happy people who were present to celebrate with the Birthday Boy. 

The Third Main Course 

The Hong Kong Styled Steamed Seabass is of large size with succulent sweet fresh juicy meat steamed just right.

The Fourth Main Dish

This is the Scallops with Large Prawns & Broccoli served in a basket. 

The Fifth Main Dish 

This is the Baby Abalone with Mushrooms & Spinach - the Baby abalones are really mini and goes down with simply one bite. The large mushrooms are braised & infused with the soup stock to lend a savory chewy bite. 

The Sixth Dish 

The three Sri Lankan Crabs are uniformly coated with the crushed Black Peppercorns to lend an intense peppery flavor to the crab meat. Deliciously sweet, fresh, peppery spicy, savory flavor that is unforgettable.

The Birthday Cake 

Ian ordered the Birthday cake (*below) with the numbers 9 and 0 to depict Dad's Lunar age.

Dad posing with his Birthday cake before the candles are lit. 

Dad posing with the grand kid, god-grandkids & god-great grandkid. 

Dad posing with his family.

Dad clapping to the tune of the Happy Birthday song. 

Dad stands up after the Birthday anthem is complete, to blow out his candles.

Dad getting ready to hold the knife to cut his cake.

Grandson helps Dad cut his cake.

Ban Heng @Harbourfront is located at : 

1 Maritime Square  

#04-01 HarbourFront Centre  

Singapore 099253  
Nearest MRT - Harbourfront 

Business Opening Hours :

Lunch - 11:30am - 2:30pm  

Dinner - 6:00pm – 10:00pm

BOUNTIFUL BEGINNINGS AT SHERATON TOWERS SINGAPORE HOTEL Jan - Feb 2014

BOUNTIFUL BEGINNINGS AT SHERATON TOWERS SINGAPORE HOTEL      

Beckon a flourishing year ahead with a stellar line up of gourmet feasts at the Sheraton Towers Singapore. From 13 January to 24 February 2014, the team of talented chefs will be serving up a bountiful mix of brave new flavors and the finest festive specialties for the whole family. 

AUSPICIOUS TAKEAWAYS 
13 January to 14 February 2014 
Embrace togetherness over an auspicious reunion dinner in the comfort of your own home with a multitude of award-winning culinary delights from the kitchen of Li Bai Cantonese Restaurant.   

New Item! 
Stewed “Eight Treasures” Chicken with 5-Head Abalone | 5頭南非鮑魚八宝雞 
Price: $298 

A flavorsome creation, this new festive dish is laden with premium 5-head Abalone and an adeptly roasted chicken encasing eight treasures - Lotus Seed, Chinese Mushroom, Sea Cucumber, Salted Egg, Barley, Chicken, Pork and Chestnut, all stewed to perfection.   

Buddha Jumps over the Wall | 宝鼎佛跳墙 Available from $438 (for 4 persons)                
Add decadence to your reunion spread with this requisite favourite that signifies prosperity and abundance. Brimming with prized delicacies such as Shark’s Fin, Fish Maw, Sea Cucumber, Ginseng, Scallop and Abalone, this nourishing pot of soup accents a luxurious note to the festive celebration. 

Double Treasures Fortune Pot (Poon Choy) and Salmon ‘Loh Hei’ Platter set (Small) | 盆菜 + 三文鱼生 
Available from $388 (for 6 persons) 

Featuring an abundant harvest of festive treasures including Goose Web, Sea Cucumber, Pork Tendon, Pork Belly, Hong Kong Dace Fish Ball and many more, the richly flavored Fortune Pot makes an auspicious combination with the ubiquitous Salmon Yu Sheng Lo Hei Platter.  

Other festive goodies available for takeaway include: 

Traditional Nian Gao with Red Dates and Lotus Seeds | 鸿运连连年糕   $42.00 per order 

Radish Cake with Conpoy and Preserved Meat |金柱腊味萝蔔糕  $42.00 per order 

Yam Cake with Pumpkin, Dried Shrimps and Preserved Meat| 金瓜芋头糕  $42.00 per order 

Water Chestnut Cake with Osmanthus Fragrance | 桂花马蹄糕 $42.00 per order 

Fortune Pot (Poon Choy – for 6 persons) | 盆菜 $368 

Stewed ‘Eight Treasures’ Chicken with 5-head Abalone and choice of One Festive Cake | 5頭南非鮑魚八宝雞 + 任選糕品一款 $318  

Yu Sheng Platters of Fortune       
Salmon “Loh Hei” Platter | 鸿运三文鱼捞起            Small         Large            
$ 52.00       $96.00 

Ikan Parang “Loh Hei” Platter | 鸿运西刀鱼捞起   
Small         Large 
$ 52.00      $96.00 

Turbot “Loh Hei” Platter | 多寶鱼捞起      
Small         Large 
$ 68.00      $128.00 

Abalone “Loh Hei” Platter | 鲍你捞起    
Small         Large 
$88.00       $138.00 

Vegetarian “Loh Hei” Platter | 齐齐捞起   
Small         Large 
$45.00       $80.00   

Additional Ingredients 
Salmon | 三文鱼                            $ 20.00 per plate Ikan Parang | 西刀鱼                     $ 20.00 per plate Crispy Salmon Fish Skin | 三文鱼皮 $ 20.00 per plate 
Turbot | 多寶鱼                            $ 32.00 per plate Shredded Abalone | 鲍鱼丝         $ 48.00 per plate Lobster | 龙虾                             $ 28.00 per 100gm Crackers | 薄脆                        $ 5.00 per plate “Loh Hei” | 捞起                $ 36.00 (small portion)   
LI BAI LUNAR NEW YEAR SET MENUS 
17 January to 24 February 2014 Apart from the delicious take-home goodies, Li Bai Cantonese Restaurant also offers nine exclusive dine-in reunion set menus that are catered to group sizes from two persons to a party of 10. 

Expect an extravagant feast of Braised 3-head Whole Abalone with Spiked Sea Cucumber, Imperial Chicken with Conpoy, Steamed Whole Marbled Goby with Golden Lily Bulbs and Black Fungus, Barbequed ‘Pi Pa’ Duck and many more.   
                                      8 persons    9 persons     10 persons Chinese New Year Set Menu A $ 848           $ 898            $  948 
Chinese New Year Set Menu B $ 1078         $ 1158          $ 1238 
Chinese New Year Set Menu C $ 1748         $ 1848          $ 1948 
Chinese New Year Set Menu D  -                   -                  $ 2398 
Chinese New Year Set Menu E  -                   -                   $ 3998 

Prosperity Delights Set Menu A                              $ 138 per person (minimum 2 persons) 
Prosperity Delights Set Menu B 
$ 148 per person (minimum 2 persons) 
Prosperity Delights Set Menu C $388 for 4 persons 
Prosperity Delights Set Menu D $588 for 6 persons  
THE DINING ROOM 

Lunar New Year Enhanced Buffet Lunch 20 to 24 January and 27 to 30 January 2014 
Catch the first bloom of spring early with our pre-festive buffet lunch which offers classic festive dishes like Lo Han Chai with Black Moss Seaweed, Steamed Whole Grouper, Longevity Noodles and Chinese Style Roasted Beef Striploin. Do not miss the Yu Sheng Station where you can toss to a prosperous New Year! 
Price: $62.00 (adult), $31.00 (child, 6-12 years old)   

Lunar New Year Buffet Lunch 31 January to 2 February 2014 
Spend a deserving afternoon amidst the serene ambience of The Dining Room as you revel in the festive fare which includes Braised Pork Belly with Chinese Herbs, Five Spices Roasted Chicken, Double Boiled Black Chicken Soup with Bamboo Pit as well as a fine selection of International spread. 
Price: $72.00 (adult), $36.00 (child, 6-12 years old)   

Lunar New Year Buffet Dinner 30 to 31 January and 1 to 2 February 2014 
Steep into the traditions of the Lunar New Year as The Dining Room presents a tantalising spread of celebratory favourites like Buddha Jumps over the Wall, Stewed Pork Knuckle with Chestnut and Black Fungus, Imperial Chicken and the quintessential Yu Sheng. Perfect the reunion dinner with a sweet finale of the Coconut Fantasia and Pineapple Financier at the dessert station. 
Price: $88.00 (adult), $44.00 (child, 6-12 years old)   

DOMVS, THE ITALIAN RESTAURANT 
30 January to 14 February 2014 
To celebrate the start of new beginnings, Chef Ee at DOMVS has thoughtfully crafted a set menu which features his refreshing Italian take on the classic Yu Sheng by incorporating the usual shredded vegetables with the well-loved trout Carpaccio. Another highlight is the popular Italian dessert, Panna Cotta, except Chef Ee’s rendition serves the delightful dessert in the shape of a koi fish. 
Price: $118 per person   

PROSPERITY BANQUETS 2014 
Gather your family, friends and business associates for the traditional Loh Hei as Sheraton Towers Singapore offers a range of well-appointed function venues to host every event size. With our dedicated banquet manager on site, you can set your mind at ease and toss to a year of abundance and good fortune. 
Lunch/Dinner: from $838 per table of 10 persons For confirmed group bookings of 100 persons and above, you can enjoy a Complimentary Barrel of Beer.   

FESTIVE RESPITE 
Following the rounds of indulgent feasting and boisterous gatherings, nothing beats escaping to the newly refurbished Sheraton Towers Singapore for a little respite. Enjoy up to 50% off our Best Available Rate as you indulge in a rejuvenated in-room experience or luxuriate in our renovated swimming pool creating unforgettable memories. Rates start from S$200 per room per night and offer is valid from 1 February to 31 March 2014. Please quote “Festive Staycation” when making reservations.   

For reservations and enquiries, please call 
Li Bai Cantonese Restaurant/ Auspicious Takeaways: 6839 5623 
The Dining Room: 6839 5621 
DOMVS The Italian Restaurant: 6839 5622 Prosperity banquet: 6839 5846 / 5847 
Room reservation: 6839 5755   
All prices stated are subject to 7% GST. Service charge is applicable for dine-in. 

Sheraton Towers Singapore is located at :
39 Scotts Road, Singapore 228230 
Tel : 65 6839 5609 

A Dazzling Christmas at Sheraton Towers Singapore Hotel

A DAZZLING CHRISTMAS AT SHERATON TOWERS SINGAPORE HOTEL  

Sheraton Towers Singapore makes this Yuletide season a celebration to remember with a treasure trove of heartwarming epicurean treats and a fabulous Christmas staycation offer for your deserving indulgence.  

CHRISTMAS STAYCATION* 

For those who yearn for a getaway without the hassle of traveling too far, luxuriate in our elegantly refurbished rooms with a sumptuous breakfast buffet spread for two and lounge by our renovated swimming pool for a rejuvenating experience. Perfect your enjoyment with a bottle of Sparkling Wine compliments of the house when you stay with us from 11 to 31 December 2013. 

Rates start from S$250 nett per room per night. For enquiries and reservations, please call 6839 5755 or email reservations.singapore@sheraton.com 

*Valid for Singaporeans and Permanent Residents only. 

YULETIDE GOODIES 

Delight your loved ones with a galore of holiday treats available at our Christmas Festive Booth. Take your pick from a variety of savoury and sweet yuletide offerings such as Roast Turkey, Honey Glazed Boneless Ham, Traditional Almond Stollen

and Christmas Pudding doused with Brandy sauce. For those with sweet tooth, satiate your craving with this year’s new addition, Cherry Ivory Chocolate Log Cake (below)

that makes a delectable festive indulgence. In addition, relish in this joyous occasion with our thoughtfully put together Sheraton Christmas hamper which offers an array of gourmet delicacies that promises to delight all this Yuletide season.  

To place your Christmas orders, please visit the Christmas Festive Booth at the lobby from 26 November to 25 December 2013, 11.00am to 9.00pm, or call 6839 5636 / 6839 5621.  

THE DINING ROOM 

For a bountiful serving of scrumptious dishes, gather with your loved ones and bask in the joy of Christmas amidst the idyllic ambience of The Dining Room. Indulge in a sumptuous buffet feast of traditional classics and festive marvels such as Roast Goose with Garlic and Sage, Garlic Rosemary Marinated Rack of Lamb as well as Chicken Galantine Stuffed with Spinach, Boursin Cheese, Sun-dried Tomatoes and Dried Apples. End off the fine feast on a saccharine note with all-time favourites like Soft Baked Chocolate Lava Cake and Yule Logs. 

Prelude to Christmas Lunch Buffet 

3 to 21 December 2013 (Tuesdays to Saturdays), from 12.00pm to 2.30pm 

Prices: $58 (adult); $28 (child, age 6 to 12)   

Christmas Eve Dinner Buffet 

24 December 2013, from 7.00pm to 10.00pm Prices: $108 (adult); $54 (child, age 6 to 12)   

Christmas Day Lunch Buffet 

25 December 2013, from 12.00pm to 2.30pm Prices: $88 (adult); $44 (child, age 6 to 12)   

As we herald the new year, indulge in an extensive spread of international favourites including Curry Pumpkin Gratin, Pan-fried Supreme of Chicken with Mushroom Ragout and the delectable Blueberry Cheese Cake.   

New Year’s Eve Dinner Buffet 

31 December 2013, from 7.00pm to 10.30pm Prices: $128 (adult); $65 (child, age 6 to 12)   

New Year’s Day Lunch Buffet 

1 January 2014, from 12.00pm to 2.30pm 

Prices: $58 (adult); $29 (child, age 6 to 12)  

DOMVS, THE ITALIAN RESTAURANT 

Revel in Christmas splendour when you partake of the exquisite five and six-course set meals featuring Sea Bass Carpaccio, Lobster Cannelloni (below)

as well as the traditional homemade Panettone dessert for a sweet finale.  

Christmas Eve and Day 5-course Set Dinner 

24 and 25 December 2013, from 7.00pm to 10.30pm 

Price: $128 per person   

New Year’s Eve and Day 6-course Set Dinner 

31 December 2013 and 1 January 2014, from 7.00pm to 10.30pm 

Price: $148 per person   

LI BAI CANTONESE RESTAURANT 

Indulge in an exquisite Cantonese experience at the award-winning Li Bai Cantonese Restaurant as you warm your heart and palate with tantalising dishes like Baked Abalone Rice in Mini Pumpkin (below)

as well as Steamed Rice Vermicelli with Crab Claw on a bed of Steamed Egg White.  

Christmas Eve and Day Special Set Menu 

24 and 25 December 2013 for both lunch and dinner 

Price: $148 per person   

New Year’s Eve and Day Special Set Menu 

31 December 2013 and 1 January 2014 for both lunch and dinner 

Price: $148 per person   

JOYOUS NOEL INTERLUDE 

Round up your festive celebrations and be enthralled by the soaring vocals of Victoria Chorale carolers who will be performing two sessions of Christmas classics on Christmas Eve.

   

For reservations and enquiries, please call 

The Dining Room: 6839 5621 

DOMVS: 6839 5622 

Li Bai: 6839 5623 Rooms: 6839 5755   

All prices are subject to 10% service charge and prevailing government tax unless otherwise stated.  

Roasted Goodness Within Wraps - Li Bai Cantonese Restaurant at Sheraton Towers from 1 June to 12 June 2013

ROASTED GOODNESS WITHIN WRAPS

@ Li Bai Cantonese Restaurant

1 June to 12 June 2013

SINGAPORE, 24 April 2013– Honour the ancient Chinese tradition of celebrating Dragon Boat Festival which is also known as Duan Wu Jie (端午节) with homemade rice dumplings filled with delectable goodness from Li Bai Cantonese Restaurant.

Presenting a new creation this year, Li Bai’s award-winning Executive Chef Chung Yiu Ming’s adeptly crafted Steamed Roasted Goose Rice Dumpling – an aromatic and flavorful bundle packed with wholesome ingredients, an assortment of Beans, Peanuts, Dried Conpoy, Chestnuts and Chinese Mushrooms. The succulent goose meat ties this piping hot dumpling together to form a gastronomic medley of textures and taste.

For a classic rendition, the perennial favourite of Steamed Traditional Rice Dumpling will be made available as well. This signature is generously filled with scrumptious Pork Belly, Roast Duck, Chinese Mushrooms, Chestnuts, Salted Egg, Dried Shrimps and Conpoy. Alternatively, one may also indulge in the well-loved premium Steamed Abalone and Pumpkin Rice Dumpling which lends a delightful hint of subtle sweetness to the authentic flavours of this traditional rice dumpling. Last but not least, satisfy your palate with the Steamed Rice Dumpling with Lotus Seed Paste as you bite into creamy Lotus Seed paste laced with bits of fragrant Chinese Mushrooms.

Each and every wrapped treasure is thoughtfully presented in a handy box, making it a perfect takeaway for the homemade goodness within wraps.

Rice Dumplings

Steamed Roasted Goose Rice Dumpling  (NEW!)                              $33 per piece

燒鵝百寶粽

Steamed Abalone and Pumpkin Dumpling                                         $33 per piece

鲍鱼南瓜粽

Steamed Traditional Rice Dumpling                                                  $33 per piece

传统裹蒸粽

Steamed Rice Dumpling with Lotus Seed Paste                                 $16 per piece

蓮蓉梘水粽

For more information, please call Li Bai: 6839 5623

*Prices are subject to 10% service charge and prevailing government tax. Terms and conditions apply.

Causeway Bay Hong Kong Cafe Part 7

 Dessert Lovers are spoilt for choice. At Causeway Bay Hong Kong Cafe, patrons can quench their thirst with :

Ice Honey Peach Pineapple Tea 黄梨蜜桃茶

Lemon Calamansi Ice 超级柠檬桔子

Ice Lemon Green Tea 冰冻柠檬绿茶

 Calpis Strawberry 可尔必思草莓

 Fire Roses 火玫瑰

Winter Melon Longan Herbal Tea 冬瓜龙眼茶

Almond Milk Shake 金牌冰人

Cappucino Milk Shake 宫心计

Vanilla Chocolate Milk Shake难兄难弟

Yam Milk Shake 

Strawberry Jam Crispy Waffle草莓果酱格子饼

Classic Banana Boat 经典香蕉船