The Landmark – A Gathering Place [MEDIA INVITE]

The Landmark

The Landmark is the main restaurant for Village Hotel Bugis (formerly known as Landmark Village Hotel). It served buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner; as well as ala carte menu. The Landmark is a Halal Certified Restaurant serving Western, Asian, Indian and Mediterranean cuisines.

When you enter The Landmark, you will be greeted with the huge photo of Celebrity Chef Bob, who is the Ambassador of The Landmark. However, the Main Chef or known as the 'PRINCIPAL' is also a well-known Celebrity Chef Amri Azim. A renowned Malay Chef, skilled in French Cooking.

Cold Seafood Station

The selections of the buffet include: Salads, Pizzas, Pastas, Snacks, Cooked Dishes, Kebab, Roast Beef, Chilli Crab, Cold Seafood, Tulang Soup, Naan, Indian Dishes, Local desserts and drinks.

Pizza and Snacks Station

Zaffron Kitchen – Refined Indian Cuisine

Zaffron Kitchen @ East Coast Road

Zaffron Kitchen at East Coast Road is a Modern Indian Restaurant that has been serving refined Indian Cuisine since 2011. They have been 'crowned' the BIB GOURMAND by the Michelin Guide Singapore.

Be Naan The Wiser

The Wall of Fame

The décor of the restaurant is so modern, it can be mistaken for any bistro. You will notice that it is an Indian restaurant when you see the Tandoori oven at the entrance.

Open Kitchen - View from Outdoor

Part of the Dining Area

[CLOSED] Aryaa – Alexander the Great's Kitchen [MEDIA INVITE]

Aryaa Restaurant and Lounge

Aryaa, which means “Noble” in Sansikrit is the first restaurant in Singapore that offer the culinary experience based on the journey of Alexander the Great. His expedition started from Mediterranean, Middle East and all the way into Indian Sub Continents.

The Bar

Enter into the kitchen of Aryaa, you will be welcomed with two uniquely cuisine under one roof. They have the Mediterranean cuisine and the North Indian Cuisine. Each kitchen are helmed by a Master Chef.

North Indian Kitchen

[CLOSED] Ras Bites – A Classy Mass Market Indian Restaurant in Changi Business Park

Ras Bites is the mass market eatery concept by Palate Vine Group, which strive to offer up-market dining experiences that are truly unique in nature. Located in Changi Business Park, Ras Bites target market are employers of banks and MNCs who set up their outposts in the east of Singapore.

The Buffet Table

We were introduced by our friends A&M where they celebrated their son first communion here. On Saturday night it can be difficult to find this building as the surroundings are very quiet and dark. Not recommended if you do not have your own transport. Should you able to come this area, you will be rewarded with atmosphere closer to private dining, as there are almost no other customers and you will have their full attention in serving you.

[CLOSED] Tandoori Restaurant – Delicious North Indian Food but Pricey

Tandoori Restaurant is a North Indian Restaurant located prominently beside the entrance of Mustafa Shopping Centre at Serangoon Plaza. It is more known to be restaurant for tourists compare to the locals. However based on Little Devil's recommendation, we popped by for lunch here.

[CLOSED] The Bazaar – Vibrant Flavors of India

Thank you HungryGoWhere.com for the invitation to this food tasting session.

The Bazaar is a recently opened restaurant on the buzzing eatery street of East Coast Road. Located directly opposite I12 Katong.

The décor of the restaurant have strongly illustrated the name Bazaar, with its vibrant and bright colors used in the décor, menu and kitchen. It is like a festival happening inside the restaurant. On the first floor, there is only 5 tables, and on the 2^nd floor, they can cater for more customers and also use it for private functions.

What about the food? According to the owner, in which we had the pleasure of meeting briefly, their chef that come from North India, is with extensive experiences. So we can expect authentic North Indian Cuisine such as prata, naan, tikka or briyani, which is the most common Indian food we are familiar with in Singapore.

While we were waiting for our starters, we were served papadum and cracked black pepper papadum. Both fresh and crispy, but watch out for the kick on the pepper papadum.

Papadum

Cracked Pepper Papadum

For starters, we had Tandoori Aloo (made from potato, tandoori masala power and stuffed with paneer), Chicken Malai Tikka (Chicken Tikka, but with additional cheese in the marinate) and Paneer Tikka Pizza. FYI, Paneer is unsalted cheese, similar to cottage cheese with solid texture and commonly use in Indian cooking.

Tandoori Aloo

Chicken Malai Tikka

The first bite into Tandoori Aloo, you can feel the crisp on the surface and then softness inside. The tandoori spice is a bit strong, but well balance with the paneer. Unlike the Chicken Tikka, which normally looks flaming red, the Malai Tikka looks pale white. The chicken pieces are tender with a little charred. The Paneer Tikka Pizza is unique, The Bazaar version of pizza. It combines dough from the naan, tikka as the filling and paneer to replace the commonly used mozzarella cheese. Yummyy.

Paneer Tikka Pizza

For the mains, we had Chicken Tikka, Butter Chicken, Mutton Rogan Josh, Dal Makhini (Lentil with tomato puree), Fish Methi Malai and Palak Paneer. Most of the dishes were well cooked. The chicken and mutton are tender. The fish is pieces retains the texture and not fishy. For those the expect the dishes here to be subtle, you will find it to be the opposite. The chef does not shy away from the strong taste of spices and seasoning, as we found out in the Palak Paneer.

Chicken Tikka Masala

From Left: Butter Chicken, Mutton Rogan Josh, Dal Makhini  Fish Methi Malai and Palak Paneer. 

On the plate with Onion Chili Kulcha

To accompany the mains above we have Onion Chili Kulcha, Garlic Naan, Aloo Paratha (potato stuff paratha / prata) and Chicken Biryani. The naan and kulcha is soft and moist, with a nice flavour of garlic and onion respectively. The prata, with mash potato stuffing inside, is also good. Comparing to the other dishes, the biryani is quite subtle in spices with nice texture for the rice and tender chicken pieces.

Garlic Naan

Aloo Paratha

For the desserts, we had Gulap Jamun Tiramisu (Waffle ball with rosewater syrup) and Kheer – Rice Pudding (rice with milk, sugar and cardamon). The Kheer has a similar texture with pulau hitam, but it is white, milky and sweeter. The Gulap Jamun Tiramisu sweetness level is 10 / 10. The ball similar to doughnut, fried dough and soaked in the syrup, while the cream with coffee essence is there to balance the sweetness. For drinks, I have tried their mango lassi, which it suppose to help in putting out the fire, however I do not find their dishes very spicy. This is coming from a person who does not take chilli.

Kheer - Rice Pudding

Gulap Jamun Tiramisu

Mango Lassi

Service is good and efficient. Although there were a function on the second floor, you can find a waiter when you need them. The timing of the food coming out also good, you don't have to wait too long in between dishes. The food plating is modern and serving is generous. The price is relative to the other North Indian restaurant in Singapore.

Overall, I find The Bazaar served a good North Indian Food. It really give another dimension in the food scene along East Coast Road. Cheers!!

Food & Drink: 7/10

Value: 7/10

Service: 7/10

Ambiance: 7/10.

The Bazaar – Vibrant Flavors from India

115 East Coast Road

Singapore 428804

Tel: 6344 0710

Op Hours:

Tue – Sun: 11.30 – 14.30, 18.00 – 21.30

Closed on Monday