Marina Bay Sands Singapore, the city’s most prestigious hotel and luxury shopping destination, presented their illustrious Food & Wine Festival to fans of the culinary arts, from the 15th to the 28th of May. The event’s theme “Where Your Senses Feast '' perfectly coined the myriad of exclusively curated, and sold-out epicurean events featuring Michelin-starred Chef sit-down dinners, theatrical gastronomic showcases, experimental dining experiences and craft cocktail Mixology demonstrations.
Marina Bay Sands Hotel's Exterior View
The Great Chef Showcase by Luke Mangan, offered on the 17th and 18th, was a spectacle of technology meet gastronomy, presented amid an immersive multimedia pop-up dome tent. With music, dance, acrobatics, LED screen visuals and laser lights as the dinner’s atmosphere, the meal consisted of a four-course flight, with splendid wine pairings. Standouts of the magnificent presentation included a refreshing Hiramasa Kingfish Sashimi, drizzled with Sesame and Dashi Dressing, served with Compressed Nashi Pear and Shiso and a pairing of Trimbach, Riesling, 2020, Alsace, France, and a mouth-watering Seared and Poached 9+ Wagyu Beef Fillet, Red Wine Braised Onions, Mushroom, Fig and Asparagus, presented with Miles From Nowhere Best Blocks, Shiraz, 2020 to perfectly complement the dish.
Chef Luke Mangan - from the Great Chef Showcase Dinner and dish: Seared & Poached 9+ Wagyu Beef Fillet, Red Wines Braised Onions, Mushroom, Figsand Asparagus
On the 19th and 20th, Michelin-starred, and globally acclaimed Master Chefs Stefan Stiller of Taian Table, Shanghai, Tetsuya Wakuda of Waku Ghin, Singapore, and Greg Bess of CUT, Singapore, dazzled diners with their “Six Star Dinner”, presenting a culinary masterpiece of taste, texture, plating design, and gastronomic innovation. Although each dish furnished was an individual gastronomic triumph, spotlights included the trio of Canapés - Tartlet with Foie Gras Mousse, Smoked Eel, Green Apple and Ginger, by Chef Stefan Stiller, Hokkaido Scallops with Fresh Nori, Sea Urchin and Osciétra Caviar, by Chef Tetsuya Wakuda, and Stone Axe Wagyu Tartare with Hollandaise Sauce and Beef Tendon, by Chef Greg Bess, paired with Krug Grande Cuvée, NV, France. Chef Wakuda’s tender, and positively delectable, Abalone Salad with White Asparagus, Black Bean and Orange Sauce was served with a chilled glass of Masuizumi for WAKUDA, and Chef Greg Bess’ velvety, cut-with-a-fork Stone Axe Full Blood Wagyu Filet Mignon with Wasabi Pea Purée, Caramelised Red Onion and Yuzu Kosho was coupled with Wolfgang Puck, Schrader-Beckstoffer-Georges III Vineyard, 2010 from America’s supreme wine making region of Napa Valley, California.
Left to right: Actor Bosco Wong, Chef Stefan Stiller, Chef Tetsuya Wakuda and Chef Greg BessIhicae
At lunchtime, on the 21st, celebrated Chef Thitid Tassanakjohn, better known as Chef Ton, delivered four-course “A Culinary Symphony by Chef Ton”, with modern Thai cuisine offerings like Amadai, Sticky Rice and Curry of Mulberry Leaves and Japanese Wagyu, Northern Pepper and Khao Soi Curry. On the 23rd and 24th, Marquee Nightclub bestowed upon their guests a spirited collab “Marquee Experimental Dining” experience, by two celebrated chefs from Southeast Asia - Manila' Jordy Navarra of Toyo Eatery and Singapore's Johanne Siy of Lolla.
Left: Six Star Dinner's Canapes: Tartlet with Foie Gras Mousse, Smoked Eel, Green Apple and Ginger | Hokkaido Scallops with Fresh Nori, Sea Urchin and Osciétra Caviar | Stone Axe Wagyu Tartare with Hollandaise Sauce & Beef Tendon; Right: Six Star Dinner's dish: Abalone Salad with White Asparagus & Black Bean and Orange Sauce
For festival goers unable to snag a “golden ticket” to one of the exclusive dining experiences, several of Marina Bay Sands’ restaurants offered limited-edition specials to meld with the “Where the Senses Feast" motif. Fine dining establishment Mott 32, contributed with an offering of their Signature Apple Wood Roasted 42 Days Peking Duck, artfully sliced tableside by Senior Sous Chef Don Chan, and served with a bottle of Krug Champagne. Renku Bar & Lounge offered patrons an Artisanal Journey with a special selection of organic and biodynamic wines, European cheeses, and freshly baked breads, and Wakuda Restaurant & Bar presented a flight of Yamazaki 12 Single Malt, Hakushu 12 Single Malt, and Nikka 12 Blended whiskeys.
Marina Bay Sands is also home to a diverse range of festivals that must be experienced when visiting Singapore. These events offer unparalleled cultural experiences that are bound to create unforgettable memories. Don't miss out on the chance to immerse yourself in Singapore's vibrant festival scene at Marina Bay Sands.
Marina Bay Sands is considered one of the most quintessential hotel destinations on the planet, and their beautifully appointed rooms and suites, impeccable service, attention to sustainability, art collection, and sublime guest amenities are unmatched. The resort, designed by architect Moshe Safdie, was initially inspired by a deck of cards, and the most prominent feature of his modernist design is the three hotel towers, linked by an extended lobby at the base, and a 57-storey high roof line, exhibiting the world’s largest rooftop infinity pool. With waterfront views of iconic landmarks like Gardens By The Bay on one side, and the unobstructed city skyline on the other, although pool access is reserved for hotel guests only, hotel visitors may still experience MBS’ spectacular views at one of their three divine dining and cocktail destinations - Spago Dining Room by Wolfgang Puck, Lavo Italian Restaurant & Rooftop Bar and CÉ LA VI Restaurant. Modelled after top-tier breakfast buffets, breakfast at Spago by Wolfgang Puck cannot be missed as it offers a literal cornucopia of delicious Western and Eastern options to choose from, suiting even the most discerning palate.
Spago Bar & Lounge
If a bit of retail therapy is required, a visit to The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands is a must. Nearly every coveted luxury brand including Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Gucci, Tiffany & Co., Cartier, Hermès, Bvlgari and Dior is represented, and the mall is home to the largest collection of luxury duplexes in Singapore today, satiating every luxury shopper’s greatest fantasy. Be sure to step into legacy fine jewellery designer Buccellati, to view astonishing pieces of wearable art. For the finest fragrances, each bottle of scent at AMAFFI Perfume House is housed in a hand-crafted, and intricately detailed keepsake box which you will undoubtedly display amongst your finest keepsakes. Lastly, if a pick-me-up is needed, a cup of takeaway coffee from Bacha Coffee, served in a beautiful Bacha Coffee tray, with a dollop of vanilla bean chantilly cream, and rock sugar stick for sweetening, or a sit down for a pot or cuppa at exquisite tea house TWG Tea will do the trick.
TWG Tea
For a near endless variety of supreme dining options, the foremost shopping for luxe designer goods, guest amenities and services second to none, and the most epic views of the city, plan a stay at Marina Bay Sands Singapore where luxury, comfort and premiere hospitality knows no bounds.