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What’s Hot This Weekend: Treat Yo Momma Day

  • By Rachel Ong

’Tis the season to remind all Mommas out there that you are her greatest achievement (by bringing her out on a son-date, pun intended). As the leading lady in your life, what better way to display your appreciation than a quality, pampering meal? Now the champagne is chilling and reservations are almost booked, it’s three days before Mother’s Day so what’s a man to do at the final hours? Looks like her nagging has not paid off but you can still work something out. Forget about the endless browsing, here are our picks of legit restos still open for reservations for the procrastinator in you:

 

The Villa

If your mom is one with a generous appetite and likes pinching little bit of everything, take her to The Villa where a buffet showcasing six stations: Pasta, Egg, Carving, Hot, Cold, Desserts, will be waiting upon her highness. The sumptuous spread includes house favourites such as Chilli Crab Spaghettini, Cajun Spiced Leg with Trio Colour of Capsicum & Onion Chicken Jus, and Lemon Botanicals Meringue Tartlet. As a sweetener, every mom gets a gift pack consisting of macarons, ginger pineapple jam, and a mini floral bouquet. Make a brunch booking now and stand to enjoy an exclusive fresh floral terrarium workshop by Bloem.

 

Caffe Fernet

We don’t see why moms can’t frosé all day. It’s a classy drank that makes thy lady look uber #boss because she’s not a regular mom, she’s a cool mom. Proceed with big sips and enjoy a hearty Sunday brunch at Jigger & Pony’s latest restaurant-bar, Caffe Fernet. Choose between Strawberry or Watermelon Frosé, both made with rosé wine and dry vermouth. Pair them with the delightful Housemade Ricotta & Jam Toast or the crowd favourite, Mafaldine ‘Cacio e Pepe’.

 

The Halia

Located within close proximity as The Villa lies The Halia, where mothers can enjoy the lush landscape of the Singapore Botanical Gardens. Zen out into the restaurant’s impeccable all-day cuisine spotlighting on tempting selections such as Lemongrass & Ginger Prawn Salad, Paperbag Oven-baked Halibut Fillet, and Rangers Valley Wagyu Striploin. Be one of the 50 moms to dine on Mother’s Day and receive a gift pack consisting of macarons, ginger pineapple jam, and a mini floral bouquet all packed in a woven straw bag.

 

ESQUINA

If Spanish and unpretentious are your mom’s preferred cuisine, take her to ESQUINA for a sumptuous feast, pronto. Indulge in seasonal delights such as White Asparagus accompanied by chicken broth, roasted cherry tomato and marinated quail egg; as well as a gourmet rendition of the popular Spanish classic Lobster and Red Snapper Paella topped with sugar snap peas, saffron aioli, roasted bell peppers, amongst others. As music to your ears, the occasion entitles you to take home some of their house-made Orange Blossom Madeleines which will be complimentary for all partaking in this joyous celebration.

 

Jamie’s Italian

Impress your mom by name-dropping Jamie Oliver, the lively British chef whose Italian-inspired, casual restaurant, Jamie’s Italian welcomes your first lady to enjoy a variety of authentic, mouthwatering dishes. Tuck into the Mother’s Day Ultimate Seafood Plank with whole poached Boston lobster, truffled gnocchi and cheese, grilled sustainable Norwegian salmon skewers, crispy golden Frito Misto, and buttered minty peas – served with a trio of homemade Italian tartare, smoky romanesco and rose bechamel sauces. Or choose to relish in the superb Mother’s Day Lobster Ravioli with Seafood Bisque with homemade lobster ravioli accompanied by pan-seared tiger prawns, scallops and asparagus atop a bed of celeriac mash, drizzled with an aromatic bisque reduction.