The Place Located at Raffles Hotel Singapore, Bar & Billiard Room (BBR) used to be one of the most iconic dining venues on the property and it has recently reopened as Osteria BBR by Alain Ducasse. The spacious and contemporary restaurant focuses on Italian dishes, a departure from the previous Mediterranean-inspired fare. Chef Alain Ducasse has appointed Francesco Soletti as Chef de Cuisine of Osteria BBR by Alain Ducasse, where Chef Francesco has over a decade of culinary experience at numerous Michelin-starred restaurants, including at his mentor’s 3 Michelin-starred Le Louis XV – Alain Ducasse à l’Hôtel de Paris Restaurant. Upon entering the restaurant, you will be greeted by the bar where Italian cocktails are the highlights, with favourites like Tempesta Siciliana, House-aged Negroni, and Alba Rossa, their twist on the classic Aperol Spritz. The Food With locally and regionally sourced produce, there is a contemporary selection of antipasti, pastas, seafood, grilled meats, wood-fired pizzas and more. For set menus, there is the Menu Tentazioni (S$108++ per guest), showcasing a handpicked medley of 7 signature creations. For lunch, it is quite affordably priced for the 2-course (S$36++ per guest) or 3-course (S$42++ per guest) menu option. One of the signature dishes I had was the Mazara del Vallo Red Prawn Tartare (S$68), presented with creamy buffalo mozzarella, delicate jelly and an indulgent [...]
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