I wrote about the new Chinese New Year (2017) dishes at the Conrad Centennial Singapore's Golden Peony restaurant and I actually got to sample some of these delicious creations last week during a media tasting of the menu. These dishes will be made available at Golden Peony between 10 January 2017 and 11 February 2017 - advance reservations are highly recommended to avoid disappointments.

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**Fortune 3D Fiery Rooster Yu Sheng with Kanpachi, Abalone, Salmon and Crispy Fish Skin**
Golden Peony - Conrad Centennial Singapore

The Fortune 3D Fiery Rooster Yu Sheng with Kanpachi, Abalone, Salmon and Crispy Fish Skin (S$888++) is not for the fainthearted and a one-day advanced order is necessary. Of course this dish is not designed to feed just a small family but there is actually enough to feed up to 30 adults (perfect for company lunches and extended-family dinners!). In recognition of the year of the rooster, the golden 3D roosters (made from a chocolate shell) can be smashed up to reveal edible golden ingots and other various treasures inside - thumbs up for showmanship!

**Signature Roast London Duck**
Golden Peony - Conrad Centennial Singapore

The Signature Roast London Duck (S$80++) is becoming a staple and a favourite here at the Conrad Centennial Singapore (it is also available during the Sunday Brunch!). Presented two ways, the Signature Roast London Duck can be eaten in a Peking Duck style or simply on its own because it is that good! It is also available for takeaway but it is actually priced at a premium.

**Braised Sea Cucumber stuffed with Minced Shrimp and Pork, served with Abalone**
Golden Peony - Conrad Centennial Singapore

The next dish that I sampled that evening was probably my favourite - the full portion of the Braised Sea Cucumber stuffed with Minced Shrimp and Pork, served with Abalone serves up to 4 adults and it is covered in a delicious braised sauce that is concentrated and delicious. The re-hydrated sea cucumber retained some of its crunchy texture and the minced meats inside provided the dish with texture that contrasted against the silky and consistent sauce.

**Stir-fried Broccoli topped with Scallop and Egg White**
Golden Peony - Conrad Centennial Singapore

Seafood lovers should not miss out on the beautifully-presented Stir-fried Broccoli topped with Scallop and Egg White (S$38++) - once again the photographed portion above is for tasting only and the actual portion feeds two to four adults.

**'Bi Feng Tang' Golden Half Lobster with Spiced Almond Flakes**
Golden Peony - Conrad Centennial Singapore

Another one of my favourite dishes that I have sampled the other evening is the 'Bi Feng Tang' Golden Half Lobster with Spiced Almond Flakes (S$38++) - this is probably a close second! Each portion comes with a half-lobster portion that is done to the famous 'Bi Feng Tang' style that is famous in Hong Kong. If you are not familiar with this style, think about a thin and crispy layer of salt and pepper skin that embraces the sweet and succulent flesh of the lobster.

**Whole Roast Suckling Pig with California Maki**
Golden Peony - Conrad Centennial Singapore

One of the most interesting dishes that was presented at the Conrad Centennial Singapore's Golden Peony restaurant was the Whole Roast Suckling Pig with California Maki (S$338++). I absolutely loved the crisp and ridiculously-satisfying suckling pig but that California maki underneath it was slightly strange for me. I would have preferred the good old glutinous rice stuffing (or even the chicken rice one last year was quite good) but turning it into a gigantic sushi requires so much more from me.

**Golden Egg Bird's Nest Jelly and Fried 'Nian Gao' with Sweet Potato and Yam**
Golden Peony - Conrad Centennial Singapore

Finally for dessert, a beautifully-presented Golden Egg Bird's Nest Jelly (S$28++) and a Fried 'Nian Gao' with Sweet Potato and Yam on the side. The Golden Egg Bird's Nest Jelly is quite an interesting one and I guess the presentation is quite apt for the year ahead - the cotton candy also reminded me of a bird's nest (the actual thing not the food) so I thought it was quite creative.

This was an invited Media Tasting session, though all views expressed are my own.

Golden Peony (Level 3) - Conrad Centennial Singapore
2 Temasek Blvd, Singapore 038983
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