BRACI

52 Boat Quay, Level 5, S(048941) TEL: 6866 1933 braci.sg

This Italian restaurant takes provenance very seriously. There is extensive use of the Josper oven and shichirin grill, but the cooking is refined with a wonderfully progressive flair. The foie gras semifreddo, kumquats and fig vincotto is texturally rich yet delicate; the tagliolini with sea urchin and caviar shows the same restraint, which allows the ocean-fresh flavours to shine; and the aged duck with apple and crispy skin is elegant and hearty. The highlight is the perfectly cooked Mayura beef, served with pillowy gnocchi and freshly shaved truffle. Wine suggestions here are also spot-on.