Crystal Jade Golden Palace

Part of the multinational Crystal Jade chain, the upscale Golden Palace is your go-to for traditional Teochew and Cantonese fare, as well as fusion dishes using non-chinese ingredients. Modern choices include rack of lamb in red wine sauce, and pasta with seafood and truffle sauce. One of the recommended dishes is the marble goby, cooked in a “milky” Teochew-style broth with leeks, radish and taucheo (fermented soybeans); it’s a unique combination that’s quite delicate. For dessert, the sugar-coated deep fried yam (a lesser-known Teochew dessert) is impressively fluffy inside and crisp outside. While the wellappointed dining hall is less frantic than a typical Chinese restaurant, the service staff bring about a more casual family atmosphere than what one might expect of a fine dining establishment. The wine list is adequate and filled with the expected labels to pair with Chinese cuisine.

TATLER TIP

Some of the “individual” portions, such as the combination Teochew braised platter and the barbecue roast meat platter, are sufficient for two to three diners. Check with the staff if you’re planning to order dishes to share.

SIGNATURE DISHES

1. Chilled yellow cream crab in Teochew style

2. Roasted baby suckling pig rolled with black truffle rice 3. Baked rack of lamb with red wine and black pepper 4. Seafood fried rice in abalone sauce, wrapped in lotus leaf