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Raffles Singapore - Writers Bar

Writers Bar

Enjoy craft cocktails, Champagnes, spirits and wines in our sophisticated lobby bar – an alluring space that pays tribute to the many famous authors who have stayed at Raffles Singapore throughout the years.

Design

Nestled in the frontmost corner of The Lobby, Writers Bar features a solid brass bar counter, textured walls adorned with stylishly charming mementos and books, and an alluring chandelier whose many pearls of light shimmer with sophistication.

A tribute to the illustrious authors who have resided at Raffles Singapore, referencing the literary legacy of Raffles, the alluring bar is a sophisticated refuge for intimate conversations over handcrafted tipples.

Drinks

Established as a tribute to the many literary greats who have graced Raffles Hotel Singapore over the century, Writers Bar offers a meticulously curated cocktail experience inspired by the work of the Writer-in-Residence under the Raffles’ Writer’s Residency Programme, which showcases a literary work by an established or aspiring author each year.

Helmed by Head Bartender Nicholas Alexander, Writers Bar currently offers a selection of unique cocktails influenced by the various colourful characters in “The Raffles Affair”, a light-hearted murder mystery set in Raffles Hotel Singapore and written by Vicki Virtue, the current Writer-in-Residence. The bar also offers a refined selection of fine Champagnes, spirits and wines.

Palm Terrace by Writers Bar
Sunday to Thursday: 5PM — 11:00PM
Friday and Saturday: 5PM — 11:30PM

Relish a curated selection of refreshing highballs and tipples at our new al fresco bar, located at the eastern portico of Raffles Hotel Singapore adjacent to Writers Bar. Take in inspired moments set amidst the charming colonial architecture and with the serene Palm Court as a verdant backdrop.

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Writers Bar x Macallan
The Story of The Macallan Double Cask

The marriage of classic The Macallan style and the unmistakable sweetness of American oak, matured in the perfect balance of hand-picked sherry seasoned American and European oak casks. Introducing the new cocktail creation by Writers Bar, showcasing The Macallan Double Cask 12 and inspired by The Thousand Crimes of Ming Tsu novel, let the distinctive exploration begin.

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Bespoke Signature Cocktails

The historic Long Bar continues its proud tradition as the Home of the Singapore Sling. The famous counter shines like new amidst decor that marries architecture and contemporary plantation-inspired motifs.

The Sustainable Singapore Sling

In November 2018, the Singapore Sling returned to the Long Bar following Raffles Hotel Singapore’s two-and-a-half-year restoration. Revitalized with elevated craft ingredients, the iconic cocktail returned with a refreshed taste profile, crafted to suit the modern palate while staying true to its original recipe and heritage.

A little fact about this elevated Singapore Sling is the use of ecoSPIRITS, making it more sustainable and better for our environment. Through our partnership with ecoSPIRITS, the iconic cocktail has become a forerunner for  Raffles Hotel Singapore its move to reducing single-use waste and carbon footprint in four ways:

As we embark on a new journey under the ecoSPIRITS Forest Program, Raffles Hotel Singapore is planting one native tree in the Kalimantan or Sumatran rainforest for every 25 Singapore Slings ordered, leaving a permanent legacy of carbon reduction and reforestation of endangered wild areas. Discover our contribution to these endangered rainforests here.

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Exuding a welcoming vibe and surrounded by lush greenery, Raffles Courtyard is the city’s social space in a lushly landscaped alfresco venue at the Raffles Arcade.

This friendly bar and lounge offers guests a garden respite against a colonial architectural backdrop, complete with refreshing shared summer drinks and a selection of Southeast Asian small plates, including authentic Singaporean delights.

Perfect for the all-year-round summery weather in Singapore, this bar is where the city comes to socialize, meet, and spend time.

Happy Hour Specials

Toast to the end of a workday with $12++ selected house pours, wines, and more, available every day from 5pm to 7pm.

A Collaboration with Compendium Spirits
Exclusively available from 1 June – 31 August 2023

Experience our newest collaboration with Compendium Spirits, a pioneering local distillery, featuring a spectrum of premium spirits and liqueurs infused with a combination of local and Southeast Asian botanicals. Discover artisanal line-up of six cocktails inspired by rich, diverse ingredients of Asia and well-cherished flavours native to locals. Complement this unique set of cocktails with curated selection of Raffles Courtyard’s signature delights and enjoy the summer breeze amidst the lushy alfresco space.

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Signature Items

Reminiscent of extravagant parties that were once held in The Grand Lobby, the Raffles Afternoon Tea is perfect for chic celebrations or a light repast with friends.

Design

Indulge in a timeless experience in the restored Grand Lobby of the iconic Raffles Singapore. The grandeur of floor-to-ceiling Victorian pillars, bathed in soft daylight streaming through the skylight… It is a truly refined and unique destination for refreshments.

Amidst this elegant setting, savour finger sandwiches, house-made scones and cakes, and seasonal delicacies – all complemented by a curated collection of exquisite teas and Champagnes.

*Awarded GOLD Winner for Expat Living Reader’s Choice Awards 2023 for ‘Best Afternoon Tea’, under the Wine and Dine category.

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Cuisine

A part of Raffles’ history since 1892, Tiffin Room continues to serve up delectable North Indian cuisine for lunch and dinner, offering authentic specialties served in tiffin boxes, presenting an interactive dining experience with tableside service by chefs, complete with freshly ground spices to enhance the occasion.

Design

The restored interior décor includes reinstating the wooden floorboards in Tiffin Room to bring back features from the early 1900s based on research by our heritage consultants.

The Chairman’s Room

Nestled in the walls of The Grand Lobby, discover a new private dining enclave specially made for intimate celebrations. This discreet ten-seater dining room plays host to a series of specially curated dining experiences from Raffles Hotel Singapore.

Inspired by Sir Stamford Raffles’ love for botany, The Chairman’s Room is thoughtfully adorned with emerald green hues, complemented with paintings and the original Chandelier previously housed in Sir Stamford Raffles’ Presidential Suite before our second restoration. The Chairman’s Room is encapsulated by warm earth tones; fully embracing Sir Stamford Raffles’ great passion as a naturalist while melding the continuity of Victorian architecture, a signature of Raffles Hotel Singapore.

Delivering a serene space for a dining experience like no other, The Chairman’s Room brings forth a unique destination well-suited for an array of intimate get-togethers and events such as hosting family and cherished ones, birthdays, and celebrations of milestones.

For enquiries and reservations, please contact us at +65 6412 1244 or email us at singapore@raffles.com

 

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Butcher’s Block is an avant-garde wood-fire dining experience, expressing the elemental affinity and finesse of cooking with wood-fire. Helmed by Chef de Cuisine Jordan Keao, who was born and raised in Hawaii where cooking, fishing, hunting and farming are a part of everyday life, it exhibits the highest quality of produce, meats and seafood sourced from around the world translated through fire.

At Butcher’s Block, take in the sight of specially curated produce proudly showcased in The Vault before watching our chefs transform these ingredients on custom-built ovens and grills inan Open Kitchen setting. In the skillful hands of the Chefs, each dish is ingeniously transformed by wood fire through embracing the variety of nuances that fire offers, adding exceptional dimensions of appeal and enticing the senses. From smoking with wood or dried herbs, slow roasting, high heat grilling, burying ingredients with embers, to grilling in baskets directly over embers and hanging ingredients over the coals, discover the wonderful depth of flavours that only pure wood fire can forge.

For the definitive Butcher’s Block experience, opt for Tour De Force, a signature multi-course dining experience showcasing an exceptionally curated menu by Chef Jordan Keao. Savour iconic favourites as well as off-the-menu creations spotlighting seasonal produce in an epic gastronomic journey.

For groups of 6 to 10 guests, indulge in the newly-launched Chef’s Table, a heightened avant-garde communal wood-fired dining experience showcasing special cuts of meats and whole fish, elevated by Chef Jordan’s dedicated tableside presentation and passionate commitment to food sustainability to bring the freshest farm-to-table ingredients for an ultimate epicurean experience.

Complement the dining experience with over 288 premium labels of wines, including a meticulous selection of natural wines, from The Library.

Spring Tour de Force
From now while the season lasts

Partake in the wonderful bounty of Spring in the refreshed Tour De Force, our signature multi-course wood-fired dining experience perfectly curated by Chef de Cuisine Jordan Keao. Savour new delights such as Brown Crab Tartlet with Garlic Chive Tuile, Grilled French Asparagus with N25 Caviar, Grilled Norwegian Razor Clams with Kombu Beurre Blanc, and Amalfi Lemon Curd with Haupia Tart.

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About Chef
Having worked in top restaurants across the United States’ diverse culinary landscape, Jordan Keao brings with him close to two decades of culinary experience. Born and raised in Hawaii, where cooking, fishing, hunting and farming are a part of everyday life, his passion for wood-fire cooking was sparked by his childhood years in the kitchen, where he built fires and helped his mother prepare dishes for dinner. A former restauranteur himself, Jordan previously created Aina in San Francisco as a modern Hawaiian pop-up, and contributed to its evolution into an award-winning full service establishment that has been featured in international media such as the New York Times and Michelin’s Bib Gourmand guide. In his role as Chef de Cuisine at Butcher’s Block, Jordan draws on his Hawaiian heritage and deep passion for cooking with wood to present an avant-garde wood-fire dining experience, expressing the elemental affinity and finesse of cooking with wood-fire.

Celebrity Master Chef Jereme Leung, one of the most influential chefs in the modern Chinese culinary movement, returns home to Singapore with 藝 yì by Jereme Leung.

Cuisine 

藝 yì, which stands for art in the Chinese language, awakens your appetite and senses. Alluding to the fine art of Chinese dining, it references centuries of culinary mastery woven into the intricacies of Chinese cuisine presented in the restaurant.

Featuring artistic adaptations of provincial cuisine from all the different regions of China, Jereme uses single sourced and seasonal ingredients with a contemporary approach to deliver refinement and sincerity.

Selected dishes are available for delivery or takeaway on Raffles Grab & Go, offering the option to enjoy the menu in the comfort of home.

Dragon Boat Festival at 藝 yì
22 May – 22 June 2023

Celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival with a special trio of exquisitely handcrafted sweet and savoury rice dumplings. Indulge in Master Chef Jereme Leung’s delectable creations that perfectly meld both traditional and unique ingredient to tantalise your taste buds this season.

For more information, please visit, Raffles Grab & Go

From 22 May – 4 June 2023, enjoy a 20% early-bird reduction when you pre-order online.

Orders have to be made 1 day in advance.

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About Chef
Hong Kong-born Singaporean Master Chef Jereme Leung makes his homecoming with this, his debut restaurant in Singapore. From Cantonese classics to adaptations of China’s ancient delicacies, he showcases authentic gastronomy, exploring the country’s different regions and cultures with a keen focus on single-sourced and seasonal ingredients. "It is not fusion, not ‘east-meets-west’; rather, it is about capturing the essence of provincial ethnic Chinese cuisines. With careful focus being placed on healthy and seasonal food produce, it will create authentic taste profiles that are enhanced by modern culinary techniques.” -- Jereme Leung
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Established in 1896 as a recreation space and nestled in one of the most storied parts of the iconic Raffles Hotel Singapore, the evolved Bar & Billiard Room (BBR) of today continues to shine as a social space offering an authentic and tantalising taste of Italy while showcasing the inspirations of our Chef de Cuisine Natalino Ambra. Born in Sicily famed for its seafood and raised in Tuscany in Florence, where its meats are world-renowned, Chef Natalino’s culinary philosophy is a well-balanced one that is produce-driven and designed to bring out the natural tastes and flavours of every ingredient.

Enjoy Chef Natalino’s approach to Italian cuisine at BBR amidst a storied building to discover tales of Singapore’s last tiger while immersing in the charming heritage of the century-old locale framed by tall signature Raffles Victorian columns, French doors and original floor tiles juxtaposed with contemporary design elements at three distinct areas- the inviting bar, vibrant dining space, and balmy al fresco terrace with a vantage view of the cast iron Palm Fountain.

*For private events, please call +65 6412 1255 or email restaurantevents@raffles.com to learn more.

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About Chef de Cuisine
Natalino Ambra is Chef de Cuisine at Bar & Billiard Room, Raffles Hotel Singapore, starting from July 2022. The talented chef brings with him more than 15 years of culinary experience gleaned at renowned restaurants across the world. Born in Prato, Italy, Ambra developed a strong interest in cooking at a young age, dabbling in the kitchen from the age of seven. To realise his dream of turning his passion into a lifelong career, Ambra embarked on a culinary diploma in Montecatini when he was 18 and gained valuable experiences at a traditional Tuscany restaurant whilst studying.

Design

Located in the Main Building of Raffles Singapore, La Dame de Pic, Raffles Singapore takes its place of honour at one of the hotel’s most recognised dining spaces. Previously home to Raffles Grill, this signature dining space at Raffles returns carefully restored and refreshed with La Dame de Pic at Raffles Singapore. It is in this beautiful heritage space that patrons are invited to discover the world of Anne-Sophie Pic’s culinary identity which reflects her search for aromatic complexity, combinations of flavours and powerful tastes that evoke emotions.

Cuisine

Be introduced to Chef Anne-Sophie Pic’s culinary world and indulge in many exquisite signature creations, including the Berlingots – iconic pasta parcels found in all of Anne-Sophie Pic’s restaurants around the world with unique and slight adaptations to reflect the character of each establishment’s locale. At La Dame de Pic, Raffles Singapore the incarnation of the signature Berlingots and White Mille-feuille incorporate inventive local and Asian touches with a flourish.

Wines

The extensive beverage menu at La Dame de Pic, Raffles Singapore presents an elaborate and diverse collection of pairings to add both intensity and harmony in the delicate art of pairing; consisting of wines, cocktails, whiskies, sakes, teas, coffees, dashi, broths and consommés. The wine list in particular offers a curated selection that leans towards the French regions, with a particular focus on Anne-Sophie Pic’s birthplace, the Rhône Valley. Our sommeliers will also be on hand to enhance your dining experience with a curated wine list that reflects Anne-Sophie’s culinary vision.

Relish the Beautiful Flavours of Spring
Now till 31 May 2023

Experience Michelin-starred Chef Anne Sophie Pic’s culinary hallmarks – powerful combination of flavours and aromatic complexity, showcased with exceptional seasonal produce from now while the season lasts.

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About Chef
Like Raffles, the Anne-Sophie Pic family’s culinary heritage spans more than a century. The three-Michelin starred French culinary chef hails from a long line of Michelin-starred chefs, namely her grandfather, André Pic, and father, Jacques Pic. She grew up in her family's restaurant, Maison Pic,in Valence, south-east France, which first garnered three Michelin stars in 1934, under her grandfather. “Like Raffles, the Pic family’s culinary heritage spans more than a century. Just like this beautiful hotel that will become one of our overseas residences, we are storytellers and constant seekers of excellence. Together, we share the vision to provide distinctive experiences to our guests, delivered with innovation that combines both tradition and change.” — Anne-Sophie Pic
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