ACTIVITEA IN THE FULLERTON PRECINCT The Fullerton Hotel and The Fullerton Bay Hotel Singapore offer seven distinct afternoon tea experiences with plenty to see and do before or after. Top: Afternoon Tea at The Landing Point. Bottom (left to right): Rejuvenate at The Fullerton Spa, Sundown at Merlion Park SINGAPORE, 24 October, 2016 There s something immensely therapeutic about taking the time to luxuriate in handcrafted treats and soothe frazzled nerves over a steaming cup of freshly brewed tea. Keen observers of the afternoon tea ritual, The Fullerton Hotel and The Fullerton Bay Hotel Singapore offer seven distinct experiences for a leisurely tête-à-tête. While you re within the walls of Singapore s grande dame, take time to explore the vibrant Fullerton precinct at your own pace. Whether it s delving deeper into the landmark s meaningful significance at the newly launched Fullerton Heritage Gallery or embarking on complimentary guided tours of the vibrant precinct and splendid waterfront, there s something for everyone.
The Fullerton Bay Hotel The Singapore Heritage Afternoon Tea at The Clifford Pier Afternoon Tea at The Landing Point An Exquisite Evening Tea at The Landing Point The Fullerton Hotel Traditional English Afternoon Tea at The Courtyard Heritage Coffee at The Courtyard Singapore High Tea Buffet at Town Gluten-free and Vegetarian Options THE FULLERTON BAY HOTEL Clockwise from top left: The Landing Point, The Singapore Heritage Afternoon Tea at The Clifford Pier, An Exquisite Evening Tea at The Landing Point The Clifford Pier This was the heart of yesteryear s bustling hawker culture and the landing point of Singapore s forefathers as they descended from the original Clifford Pier. The Singapore Heritage Afternoon Tea serves to encapsulate this era, with eight sweet and eight savoury dishes that pay tribute to our multi-cultural influences. Discover familiar flavours in the Chilli Bak Kwa Jam on Savoury Egg Tart, where the sweet-salty conserve is crafted from charcoal-grilled pork marinated in chilli. The long-lost skill of Roti Jala is revived with a soft lacy pancake that envelopes piquant Nonya-style Chicken Curry.
Sweets are similarly rooted in local nuances. Bandung a refreshing favourite of rose syrup and evaporated milk is reinterpreted into pretty pink Macarons, while buttery scones are dolloped with Homemade Kaya or a deliciously tart Passion Fruit and Mango Jam. $45 per person. Items are refillable and inclusive of a choice of beverage. Monday to Friday: 3.30 p.m to 5.30 p.m. Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays: 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Suggested activitea: Continue the heritage immersion at the newly revamped The Fullerton Heritage Gallery (The Fullerton Hotel Singapore Lobby Level). The comprehensive museum experience features a recreation of the first floor when it served as a General Post Office, insights into the pioneers that worked here (including Goh Chok Tong and S.R. Nathan), and activities specially tailored for children. The Landing Point The destination of choice for high-powered executives and the socialite set alike, The Landing Point elevates Afternoon Tea to a posh affair. Delight in Boston Lobster nestled in Crispy Cornets, Duck Rillettes in Sesame Buns, and Smoked Salmon Millefeuille with Caviar while taking in the splendid waterfront view. As staples are constantly refilled by staff toting silver trays, guests can also nibble on French-inspired pastries like deeply caramelised Caneles and fluffy Madeleines from their personal sets. $45 per person. Inclusive of free-flow coffee and tea. Monday to Friday: 3.00 p.m. to 5.30 p.m. Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays: 12.30 p.m. to 3.00 p.m. (first seating), 3.30 p.m. to 6.00 p.m. (second seating). An Exquisite Evening Tea steers from convention by extending the late-afternoon ritual into the hours of 6.30 p.m. to 10.30 p.m. Light bites such as Smoked Salmon Avruga Caviar Crouton, Breaded Calamari in Cocktail Sauce, and Blood Orange and Arriba Cinnamon Chocolate Mousse serve as the ideal hunger-staver when a full dinner is not what you re after. Come for the delectable fare and stay for the captivating ambience of bespoke marble mosaics and jewelled hues. $45 per person. Inclusive of free-flow coffee, tea, soft drinks and juices. Suggested activitea: Just a few short steps away from The Fullerton Bay Hotel is the Merlion Park, where you can hop on a restored bumboat for a river cruise or simply take in the sweeping Marina Bay view at sundown (cont d).
THE FULLERTON HOTEL SINGAPORE Top: The Courtyard, Bottom (left to right): Singapore High Tea Buffet at Town, Heritage Coffee at The Courtyard The Courtyard While away a leisurely afternoon in the sunlit atrium lobby over a Traditional English Afternoon Tea. Traditionalists will love classics like Cucumber with Salmon Roe, and Mini Bagels with Prosciutto Ham and Cheddar Cheese, while those who appreciate some pizzazz will be inclined to give Otak Otak Sandwiches with Quail s Egg and Curried Egg Sandwiches a whirl. Save room for the sweet tiers, which feature up to nine selections of eclairs, tarts, macarons, financiers and cakes. Reach for a bubbly flute of Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Reims or a soothing cup of TWG tea to accompany the delicate treats. $43 per person. Inclusive of free-flow coffee and tea. Monday to Friday: 3.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m. Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays: 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m. (first seating), 4.30 p.m. to 6.00 p.m. (second seating) Get inducted into Singapore s unique coffee culture with Heritage Coffee at The Courtyard. Sip on robust local coffee made from beans wok-roasted with sugar and margarine and ask for condensed or evaporated milk (not regular!) on the side. Complement the aromatic cuppa with comforting kaya (coconut jam) toast and a slice of kueh lapis. The hotel s signature cake is meticulously baked layer by layer and features hints of buttery cinnamon. $18 per set. Daily: 3.00 p.m. to 6.00 p.m. Suggested activitea: Let our resident guides take you back in time to when this historical building first served as a colonial outpost. The Fullerton Monument Tour is where tourists and heritage buffs
gain exclusive access to preserved areas within the hotel. Tours are complimentary and open to the public. For booking and enquiries, please visit http://thefullertonheritage.com/tours#thefullertonmonumenttour Town There s no shortage of weekend tea buffets but you d be hard-pressed to find one that places you right along the waterfront. The Singapore High Tea Buffet unfolds at Town which faces the Singapore River and offers a slew of local favourites. Watch chefs at the live stations prepare traditional popiah (fresh spring rolls) and kueh pie tee, then discover the fluffy textures of soft local breads with their fillings of red bean paste, chicken floss and creamy custard. Customise nasi lemak (coconut rice) just the way you like it with crispy prawn paste chicken wings, salted roast peanuts and otak otak (spicy fish paste) wrapped in fragrant banana leaves while still leaving room for claypot dishes, and laksa, mee siam and mee rubus at the live noodle stations. $36 per person. Inclusive of free-flow coffee and tea. Every Saturday and public holidays: 12.00 p.m. to 3.00 p.m. Suggested activitea: The allure of the placid bay should convince you to embark on A Maritime Journey Tour. It tells a different but no less important story of Singapore s historic waterfront that began as a fledgling trading post before it flourished into the port city it is today. Tours are complimentary and open to the public. For booking and enquiries, please visit http://thefullertonheritage.com/tours#amaritimejourneytour SPECIAL DIETARY REQUIREMENTS Gluten-free and vegetarian tea sets At The Courtyard and The Landing Point, every care has been taken to cater to guests with special dietary needs. The Vegetarian selections are every bit as elegant, comprising grilled Mediterranean vegetables on a buttery brioche roll, Brie cheese topped with plum jelly, and petite cups fashioned from cucumber that cradle sun-dried tomato and feta cheese. More impressively, the culinary team has also devised a Gluten-Free set, featuring Tiger Prawn with Avruga Caviar and Smoked Duck Mango Salsa with Brown Bread. On the dessert front, there s plenty to satiate the sweet tooth with Gluten-free Chocolate Cake and Chocolate Caramel Ovalis. $43 per person at The Courtyard, $45 per person at The Landing Point. 24-hour advanced orders are highly recommended. Suggested activitea: To complete the virtuous weekend, sign up for a treatment at The Fullerton Spa. The blissful haven is home to the 90-minute Asian Heritage Signature, an intensive massage based on the concept of life energy which flows through meridians in the body. For reservations and enquiries, please visit www.fullertonhotels.com or call Dining Reservations at (65) 6877 8911 / 8912. *Prices are subject to service charge and prevailing government taxes. ###
ABOUT THE FULLERTON HOTEL SINGAPORE Gazetted as Singapore s 71st National Monument, The Fullerton Hotel Singapore was once home to the General Post Office, The Singapore Club and the Chamber of Commerce. It is a luxury hotel with 400 rooms and suites carefully designed to provide both business and leisure travellers with a sanctuary of serenity and comfort in which to retreat and rejuvenate. Dynamically located in the heart of the financial and arts districts, the hotel successfully blends rich heritage with contemporary style and personalised service to offer guests a world-class accommodation experience. Epicureans can enjoy a delectable array of dining selections. There are a total of 5 restaurants and bar in the hotel, namely Town Restaurant which presents international buffets and an a la carte menu, Jade features authentic Chinese cuisine, The Courtyard offers an Indian buffet, Japanese buffet and Afternoon Tea, and The Lighthouse Restaurant & Rooftop Bar with breathtaking views of the bay serves authentic Italian cuisine. Post Bar, which features the original ceiling and pillars of the General Post Office, is the popular choice amongst the trendy elite. Aside from the dining selections, The Fullerton Hotel also features an exquisite and intimate retail wing. Guests seeking rejuvenation can pamper themselves with the indulgent treatments at The Fullerton Spa. www.fullertonhotels.com ABOUT THE FULLERTON BAY HOTEL SINGAPORE The Fullerton Bay Hotel Singapore is a jewel-like addition to the sparkling Marina Bay waterfront, with breathtaking architecture and stunning interiors that combine modernity and heritage. Seated on prime waterfront location in the Central Business District and arts and cultural precinct, the Hotel offers classic luxurious hospitality and exquisite service with rooms featuring spectacular views of the Marina Bay and Singapore skyline. Step into a world of chic sophistication where The Fullerton Bay Hotel Singapore sets the tone for an indulgent lifestyle experience. SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS: Facebook: The Fullerton Hotel Singapore Instagram: @FullertonHotel Twitter: @FullertonHotels Hashtag: #FullertonHotel #FullertonFlavours Facebook: The Fullerton Bay Hotel Singapore Instagram: @FullertonBayHotel Twitter: @FullertonBay Hashtag: #FullertonBayHotel #FullertonFlavours For media enquiries, please contact: Maria Singh Assistant Director of Marketing Communications The Fullerton Hotel & The Fullerton Bay Hotel Singapore Tel: (65) 6877 8995 Fax: (65) 6877 8010 Email: maria.singh@fullertonhotel.com