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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Epicure’s Choice

THE FUTURE IS TEMPE • Indonesia’s indigenous plant-based protein source has been traditionally consumed for centuries and has lately gained global recognition as a sustainable meat substitute. Here’s why tempe should be a mainstay on the menu and how to coax its best flavours.

ALL FIRED UP • Remy Lefebvre, chef-partner of Casa Restaurant, talks about his passion for contemporary woodfired gastronomy and his affinity for natural produce.

THE NEW TASTE OF KOREA • Louis Han, chef-founder of Nae:um, recounts how his experiences and upbringing have moulded his own version of contemporary Seoul cuisine.

STAR POWER • Mod-Indian restaurant Firangi Superstar is in a league of its own with playful dishes, whimsical decor and an exuberant perspective of India.

PRIVATE LIMITED • From rooms with gorgeous views to bespoke menus, these private dining rooms offer novelty and serenity sans isolation, at a time when we want nothing more than to get out and live a little – safely.

A DELICIOUS FOOD PARADISE • DBS/POSB Cardmembers, get ready to indulge and enjoy exciting, value-for-money offers from these restaurants.

A HOME COOK’S DREAM • Singapore may be small but there isn’t anything that a home cook could desire that isn’t available on our little red dot anymore, thanks to the efforts of gourmet grocers and specialty outfits.

LIFE IS SWEETER WITH TIMELESS EUROPEAN CREAM • Unexpected and unusual pastry creations are a cinch with French cream, a world-class quality cream and a mark of French savoir-faire.

STYLE AND SUBSTANCE • Bali-based luxury jewellery brand John Hardy highlights Indonesian heritage and artisanship at its immersive boutique and gallery in Seminyak.

THE NEW FRONTIER • Vineyards in China spread from the picturesque valleys of Yunnan to a fertile oasis in the Gobi Desert. We profile some emerging wine regions and trace the diverse range of grapes proliferating across the Middle Kingdom.

CHAMPAGNE CHAMPIONS • Champagne is responding to climate change with organic farming, sustainable packaging and environmentally conscious practices across the business. These bubbles reflect their conscientious efforts.

OFF THE BEATEN PATH • The World Whiskies category defines whiskies not made in the traditional whisky production nations. These expressions are our choicest picks.

Bar At Home

UNVEILING THE LUXURY OF WINE • Unlike top-end whisky or cognac, wine tends to be largely modest in presentation. Some producers, however, have started to trumpet its luxury status.

WHY YOU SHOULD DRINK PROVENCE ROSÉ ALL YEAR ROUND • Provence rosés are versatile and refreshing, and pair well with all kinds of cuisines. Make this pink wine your drink of choice the next time you have a menu in hand.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT ALLERGIES • Allergies are nothing to sneeze about. We speak to general practitioner Dr Benjamin Loh about the common causes, treatments, and in particular, how to deal with food allergies.

RECIPES FROM THE HEART • Our Bali – Your Bali by chef Dean Keddell is a fundraising cookbook to help Bali’s most vulnerable communities. Here’s how you can contribute.

THE GREAT ESCAPE • With the possible easing of border restrictions in the near future, it is time to start dreaming about that long-anticipated vacation.

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