Doc Cheng’s, Raffles Hotel

If you want expertly blended Western and Asian flavours, a generous cellar with a good selection by the glass, subdued, intimate décor and lighting, a choice between al-fresco and indoor dining, and cheerful, obliging service, then Doc Cheng’s is your kind of place. And if not, why not? The quinoa fried Malay-style was an inventive and delicious use of a much derided ingredient, and good with a glass of the house Riesling; saffron marinated baby chicken was savoury, floral and tender; and the shimeji and shiitake mushroom salad was warm, rich and satisfying. Desserts were simple but did not disappoint. A scoop of floral kaffir lime ice cream was my choice: silky smooth and tinged a light green colour from the knobbly zest – light, cleansing and satisfying, and a perfect run up to the lingering after-meal coffee.

Doc Cheng’s, Raffles Hotel

Level 2, Raffles Hotel, 1 Beach Road, Tel: 6431 6156 / 6337 1886
Operating Hours: Lunch: Noon – 2pm (Mon – Fri) Dinner: 7pm – 10pm (Mon – Sun) Closed for lunch on PH