epicure

epicure is a monthly gourmet lifestyle magazine designed for bon vivants who share the belief that food is the ultimate universal language. We are on an enthusiastic quest to seek out the latest dining trends, sniff out remarkable wine vintages, and uncover the dynamics and intricacies of the local and international culinary scene.

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BE A GRILL MASTER • Charcoal grilling doesn’t have to be difficult as long as you have the right techniques, tools and a little patience. Here are some tips and tricks for the perfect barbecue.

SMALL BITES, BOLD FLAVOURS • Chef Carles Abellán, founder of Tapas, 24 Barcelona brings the authentic, convivial Spanish lifestyle and his love of tapas to Singapore. epicure caught up with him during his first visit to our shores.

EXPANDING HORIZONS • Permata Singapore’s new culinary director, chef Mel Dean, reveals his inspiration behind progressive Nusantara cuisine and why each dish is more than an homage to the region’s ethnic and cultural diversity.

BEFORE SUNSET • Dine, drink and soak up the sun at Sundara, Four Seasons Resort Bali, one of Jimbaran Bay’s top beachfront destinations.

DOUBLE THE DELICIOUSNESS • Enjoy mouthwatering deals such as 1-for-1 plant-based burgers, and authentic French fare with your DBS/POSB Cards.

ISLAND OF LIBATIONS • From Seminyak’s speakeasy within a speakeasy to Indonesia’s first natural wine bar, epicure finds out how the pandemic has not stop Bali’s bar scene from flourishing.

IFTAR FEASTING • Whether you need a table at the city’s best dining spot, or a convenient yet luxe take-home spread, here’s our list of lavish halal-certified dining options to bring the family together this Ramadan.

THE HAPPY BAKER • Executive pastry chef Richard Long at The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore tells us how he and his team balance consistency and innovation in everything they do.

BETTER WITH AGE • Fermentation, perhaps the oldest biotech process, has been around for millennia, giving longer shelf life to fresh produce and preventing foods from spoiling. But it is only now that we are learning to appreciate the health benefits that come with fermented foods.

MEET THE TRAILBLAZERS • Here are three women winemakers in Australia who are levelling the playing field and inspiring a generation of younger winemakers across the globe.

A SELECTION OF STARS • These new wines, from Champagne to New Zealand, are slated to please your dinner guests.

EXCITING WHISKY DEBUTS • From chocolate to art, these whiskies collaborate with the creative talents and artists for inspiration.

Alfresco Drinking • Silvio Daniele introduces levity to classic Italian drinks at Caffé Fernet. Negroni Fizz adapts to summer days with soda water and tangy lemon in place of orange peel. In the Lemon Cooler, limoncello adds zesty, lemon candy appeal to this satisfying thirst quencher.

A DIFFERENT CUT • The Proper Concepts Group has gone from strength to strength, expanding its repertoire of restaurants even during the pandemic. Co-founder and managing director Sheen Jet Leong reveals the secrets to its success.

SOUTHERN CHARM • epicure takes a closer look at New Zealand’s South Island where the award-winning movie, The Power of the Dog, was filmed.

SIMPLIFY YOUR COOKING • If you crave delicious, almost instant, all-in-one meals but always thought they weren’t possible, this is the book for you. Big, punchy flavours do all the heavy lifting in just a single cooking pan in One Pan Perfect by Donna Hay.

CITY ESCAPES • With international travel nearly back on track, put Rome, Bangkok and Jakarta in your list of next destinations.

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