EXOTIC CUISINE

Classic Italian, French and Spanish cuisines cleared the stage for more exotic cuisines to take the spotlight this year, and helped us develop a more adventurous palate. Here, our faves:

Sardinian cuisine

Try it at: Sopra Cucina. Expect variations on common pasta dishes (such as Culurgiones Ogliastrini, a Sardinian version of the ravioli), thin- crust pizzas and Sardiniaimported Pecorino cheese. # 01- 02 Pan Pacic Orchard, Singapore, tel: 6737- 3253, www.sopracucina.com.

Argentinian cuisine

Try it at: Bochinche. Tuck into sharing portions of traditional Argentinian food like scrumptious Provoleta cheese with almonds and honey, and grilled prawns with caramelised pork belly and chorizo. # 02- 01, 22 Martin Road, tel: 6235- 4990, www.bochinche.com.sg.