H O S T E D
The newly launched Sunday Brunch here is unlike most other buffets and brunches as it is structured quite differently.
Thoughtfully divided into 3 sections, guests start off with an assortment of sharing plates prepared by the kitchen and served to your table. These include charred asparagus, glazed pulled pork donuts with maple sriracha, San Daniele prosciutto with mozzarella plus sourdough toast covered in roasted pumpkin, goat’s cheese, wild flower honey and pistachios (yes, those I favoured most of the lot). But here comes the best part: all of these items are unlimited! You can order the ones you like best again and again and again, and they would be sent over to you.
I‘d however, encourage some restraint because although you get to choose only one main course (this forms the second part of the brunch), the portions are massive.
I swear the piece of “35 days, dry aged John Stone striploin” we got was at least 250gms if not more. And it came with with creamy potato, sautéed greens and mushroom sauce. The “Origins Lot!!”, a classic big breakfast had the works: two eggs (done however you like), streaky bacon, pork sausage patty, fire-roasted tomatoes, house-made baked beans, portobello mushrooms and toast. I have to admit I couldn’t finish but that’s also partly became I wanted to feast on desserts.
This final part of the meal was presented buffet style. The “Earl Grey honey panna cotta” and “Granny Smith apple mousse” were the standouts for me. Oh, and the cheeses as well of course because who can resist a good cheese board. Made-to-order crepes are also an option so I asked for mine to be filled with Nutella and berries. Yums!
Prices for the Sunday Brunch (which takes place from 12noon to 3pm), are as follows:
- Food & Unlimited Non-alcoholic drinks: $108++.
- Food, Unlimited Wines & Cocktails: $168++.
- Food, Unlimited Wines, Cocktails & Vintage Wine-pouring: $208++.
I‘d say, this is a good option if you are looking to indulge over wonderful wines, very good food that never stops appearing and excellent service (it is in the Shangri La Hotel after all) in a space that is elegant and quieter than most brunch spots.