Peony Jade at Keppel Club
Peony Jade at Keppel Club is a culinary gem for those in the know. The dining hall resembles a Chinese courtyard garden, festooned with hanging red lanterns; there are also ample private rooms. The kitchen is helmed by executive chef Ricky Liew, who whips up classic and contemporary Msg-free dishes with the use of Western ingredients such as truffle and morel mushrooms. A trip here always calls for the crispy suckling pig stuffed with glutinous rice, which you should order a day in advance. It’s a glorious combination of textures, with the crispness of the skin and chewiness of the grains beautifully complementing the diced Chinese sausage, mushrooms and dried shrimp. The claypot-braised tofu, an off-menu recommendation by the staff, is another showstopper and is comfort food at its best; pair it with rice and savour to the last bite. There’s a broad range of choices, including numerous vegetarian options, making this a popular spot for casual or business meals.
TATLER TIP
For the intrepid diner, a bespoke omakase-style menu (starting at $68 per person) can be tailored to tickle the most jaded of palates. Do note that this requires advance arrangement with the chef.
SIGNATURE DISHES
1. Crispy suckling pig stuffed with glutinous rice (one-day advance order required) 2. Steamed kampung chicken bathed in scallion oil and ginger sauce
3. Deep-fried boneless duck wrapped in taro dough
4. Fillets of garoupa with black truffle and asparagus