June 2015

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FAMILY-FRIENDLY DINING
193 June15
When: Sundays from 12 noon to 3pm, with
children’s entertainment from 1pm
The first thing that struck us when we entered the
indoor-outdoor seaside restaurant was what a
pleasant and calm atmosphere it had. The table
count could have been doubled, but the lovely
team at Shangri-La wants to keep it a relaxing
venue for patrons. It’s a great option for a quiet
family Sunday afternoon, or just as easily a great
place to get together to eat with a group of friends
and while the day away.
The food selection was excellent, including
salads, cold cuts, soups, a big choice of seafood
and sushi – among the highlights were oysters
flown in from France – and that’s just the entrées.
The main courses offer something for everyone,
ranging from hearty roast beef to Asian and
Indian selections. For dessert, there’s a small but
delicious ice cream bar (with sprinkles and sauce),
cheese with biscuits and jam, and several cakes
and macaroons.
There’s a separate buffet to suit the palate
of most children (and adults – I have to admit
nibbling from this selection too): nuggets, chips,
Bolognese and my particular favourite (which
took me back to my youth), jellybeans for dessert.
The brunch buffet is $138 per adult (without
alcoholic beverages, which can be ordered à la
carte), while each child below 12 dines free with
every paying adult; it’s $28 for each additional
child (inclusive of free-flow soft drinks and juices).
Special features: The balloon and magic
show kept most of the children glued to their seats
for at least an hour (while the parents sat back and
relaxed), followed by free-of-charge access to the
hotel’s very kid-friendly pool all afternoon.
Words to the wise: Invest in one of those
body-shaping swimming costumes before coming
along, for courage to get into the pool after a
minimum of five courses at this yummy venue.
– Katherine Allaway
The Sunday Garden Party at
Atmosphere by the Sea
101 Siloso Road, Shangri-La’s Rasa
Sentosa Resort & Spa
6371 1966 |
singapore/rasasentosaresort
Tanjong Beach Club
Parents can enjoy Bloody Marys and brunch specialties
(blueberry pancakes and breakfast quesadillas, among others)
on the beach, while youngsters build sandcastles and take a
swim in the infinity pool. Need we say more? Oh yeah, and the
beach area is dog-friendly if you want to bring along the entire
gang. Tip: Call ahead and book a poolside cabana or daybed if
you plan on making a day of it; from there, you can order your
brunch between 10am and 4pm.