The Place After a hiatus of five months, I checked out the reopened Shisen Hanten by Chen Kentaro which has undergone major revamp to its space and new menu. The One Michelin starred restaurant located on level 35 of Hilton Singapore Orchard is now run by third-generation heir, Chef Chen Kentaro, and this is also the restaurant’s tenth year anniversary in Singapore. The redesigned main dining hall features a striking large hanging artwork, where the dining ambience is elegant and more refined than before. Tables and chairs are made of a combination of woods where the overall aesthetic leans towards a more neutral and timeless tone. The dining space is also ideal for small or big groups. In addition, there are also four private dining rooms, each named after iconic cities in Szechwan. For a private dining experience, there is a new Chef’s Table which seats eight and offers a close-up, exclusive opportunity to interact directly with the chefs. A brief history of the brand is that Chef Chen Kentaro’s grandfather was born in Szechwan, China, and eventually moved to Japan. Shisen Hanten is also present in many Japanese cities today including Tokyo, though Shisen Hanten by Chen Kentaro is operated as a separate brand [...]
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