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For quite some time this small island nation on the Malay Peninsula has been recognized as one of the world's food capitals. By institutions and publications which are geared towards those who truly know their gourmet delights many of the Best Singapore Restaurants are listed among the globe's finest places to eat.
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| When the nation is considered in its entirety it's not so strange as it might first seem that this tropical island known for its rapid rise as an Asian economic power and diverse, peaceful population should have become one of the prime destinations for all lovers of exceptional food.
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Yan Ting Restaurant
The St. Regis Singapore,
Level 1U, 29, Tanglin Road,
Singapore 247911
Singapore
Tel : +65 6506 6866
Fax : +65 6506 6708
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The modern country bears little relation to the colonial port of the 19th and early 20th centuries, although there is a sense of timeless taste and an appreciation of the finer things. An appreciation which is inevitably considered alongside the well-travelled and celebrated luminaries of art, intellect and politics who found their way to Singaporean shores to sip gin and tonics in a rattan chair under the shade of a palm tree.
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| Certain elements and architecture of the modern city retain a distinct element of old colonial charm, but it is the collection of many peoples who inform the social landscape. A landscape which incorporates grand, exciting architecture and a fusion of many cultures' cuisines. A fusion which has translated into the ethic which drives the Best Singapore Restaurants.
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| While the city is known for its many foreign national residents, the indigenous Malays and a large proportion of Indian residents, it is the Chinese who make up the lion's share of the demography. This has greatly affected the local cuisine and visitors will find some delightful offerings to sample, savour and delight. Ironically, the Best Singapore Restaurants tend toward either European cuisine or highly specialized molecular gastronomy.
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| Located within the prestigious St Regis hotel, this is definitive Cantonese cuisine at its most remarkable. Chef Chan is the creative force behind the authentic delights which are served in the utmost style. Yan Ting itself is a sight to behold.
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Opting for a marriage between classic and contemporary Chinese sophistication, the decor has a feeling of opulence and almost regal appeal. From the beautifully considered stained-glass windows to the gold plated chopsticks and the elegant lines and colours of the furniture, it is at once contemporary and redolent of a bygone luxury.
Dinner yields some impeccable offerings from the a la carte menu, of which the shark's fin and abalone dishes are widely recognised and certainly not to be missed. For those who are inspired by curious names, the Buddha Jumps Over the Wall broth will not disappoint the ardent seafood fan.
Dim sum, of course, is much more that a delicacy, it is something of a global treasure. The Yan Ting only offers a dim sum menu at lunch time, so that is when you'll find the discerning dim sum converts in all their hungry glory ordering delicious dumpling after dumpling to satisfy their craving for one of the great Chinese specialities. Enthusiasts might want to try the delicious radish cake fried in sausage oil, it is a signature dish in itself worthy of a visit.
Whether going from one of the Best Singapore Restaurants to another, or simply looking for the exceptional in every place you eat, Yan Ting delivers a beautiful environment, excellent service and the kind of delicious and exciting Cantonese flavours which are so often absent in the many establishments that claim to be authentic. Those who know their Cantonese food will be reminded of it at its best and those who think they know it are in for the treat of their lives.
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