Yuletide luxury at The Raffles

LET THE CHRISTMAS MAGIC BEGIN at Raffles Hotel Singapore, where Yuletide carols fill the air, tables overflow with bountiful feasts, and families and loved ones gather for the happiest season of the year.

Be swept away by the colonial splendour of the iconic Grand Dame, and savour exquisite cuisine at its acclaimed restaurants, or enjoy leisurely afternoon tea in the genteel surroundings of the Grand Lobby. Be dazzled at the sight of the beautifully decorated Christmas tree – a grand annual tradition – towering above you in a whirl of shiny baubles and twinkling lights. 

Extend the celebrations overnight with a festive suite indulgence, where you’ll experience inimitable Raffles hospitality in its legendary suites decorated in elegant Christmas finery. Indulge in sumptuous breakfasts and soothe your mind and body at the Raffles Spa, and bring home some beautiful memories of your luxurious getaway.

Recreate the Raffles experience in the comfort of your own home, as you transform your festive decor with stunning table centrepieces, wreaths and bespoke arrangements from the Floral Boutique. Impress your guests with lavish, exclusively curated menus prepared by its talented culinary team, and share some seasonal cheer with festive hampers, gift sets and other treats from the Raffle Boutique.

End the year on a high note as you sip on specially curated tipples at Raffles Courtyard, Writers Bar and Long Bar, and welcome 2024 in true Raffles style.

The Grand Lobby

Christmas isn’t complete without an indulgent afternoon tea at The Grand Lobby, partaking of dainty finger sandwiches and handcrafted pastries.

There’s everything from mini mincemeat pies, verbena raspberry Christmas ball, salted caramel pecan roll cake and Evocao chocolate profiterole – all presented on an exquisite three-tier silver stand. Enhance the experience with a selection of teas, and a glass of Billecart-Salmon champagne as the final touch.

Available from Dec 1 to Jan 1, 2024, the Raffles Festive Afternoon Tea Experience is priced at S$108++ (not available on Dec 24, 25 and 31), and S$128++ with champagne or sparkling tea. Prices stated are per guest.

For reservations, visit rafflescelebrations.com.sg/dining/the-grand-lobby

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Season’s feasting

La Dame De Pic

Let the chefs of this Michelin-starred restaurant present an unforgettable meal that reflects celebrity chef Anne-Sophie Pic’s culinary philosophy – emphasising a harmony of flavours that rouse the senses. Dine in an environment of quiet elegance, with menus carefully designed to capture the essence of the festive season, featuring creations such as a delightful sea bass served with caviar.

Christmas Eve dinner is priced at S$408++ with wine pairing at S$288++. Christmas Day lunch and dinner is priced at S$368++ with wine pairing at S$288++. On New Year’s Eve, expect an extravagant dinner priced at S$588++ with wine pairing at S$388++. Prices stated are per guest.

Visit ladamedepic.com.sg for more information

Bar & Billiard Room

Hop aboard a trip down the Italian Riviera at the Bar & Billiard Room. Not to be missed is chef de cuisine Natalino Ambra’s signature Tentazioni menu, a feast of multiple courses featuring prized black truffles, handcrafted pasta and decadent desserts. The menu is impeccably paired with wine curated by Bar & Billiard’s resident sommelier.

Gather with loved ones for dinner on Christmas Eve and lunch on Christmas Day, while on New Year’s Eve, guests are invited to dance the night away to music curated by an in-house DJ.  Available from Dec 1 to 31, the Tentazioni menu is priced at S$168++ with wine pairing at S$128++ (the set dinner is not available on Dec 24, and the set lunch is not available on Dec 31). For Christmas Eve dinner and Christmas Day lunch, indulge in a buffet spread priced at S$258++ (inclusive of unlimited pours of Champagne Billecart-Salmon Brut Reserve NV) or S$288++ (inclusive of unlimited pours of Champagne Billecart-Salmon Rose) New Year’s Eve dinner is priced at S$228++. Prices stated are per guest. 

Visit rafflessingapore.com/restaurant/bar-and-billiard-room/ for more information

Butcher’s Block

Let chef de cuisine Jordan Keao host you to an avant-garde, wood-fired gastronomic experience with his specially crafted menus that capture the best of the festive season.

Christmas Eve dinner is a wondrous spread of the chef’s signature creations including smoked sashimi poke, dry-aged duck and A5 Saga beef, paired with a winter medley of roasted brussels sprouts, chestnut puree, king oyster mushrooms and black truffles.

And make your last dinner of 2023 one to remember, as chef Keao showcases the spectrum of his culinary skills with a lavish seven-course New Year’s Eve dinner, elevated with an exclusive wine pairing presented by the restaurant’s resident sommelier.

Christmas Eve dinner is priced at S$258++ with wine pairing at S$188++. On Christmas Day, enjoy a leisurely lunch priced at S$188++ with wine pairing at S$138++. And on New Year’s Eve, dinner is priced at S$288++ with wine pairing at S$208++. Prices stated are per guest.

Visit butchersblock.com.sg for more information

Divine Home Dining

Whether you’re planning an intimate meal for two or a lavish spread for the extended family and friends, let the award-winning culinary team of Raffles Hotel Singapore prepare a bespoke menu without any effort on your part.

Take your pick from gourmet takeaway sets to a la carte roasts and sweet treats, and enjoy them in the comfort of your own home. Sit back and enjoy the compliments as your guests feast on sumptuous bone-in gammon ham, six-day dry-aged grass-fed cote de boeuf, as well as an artisanal French cheese platter.

Finish off with show-stopping Christmas cakes, such as Raffles’ traditional log cake or an elegant champagne strawberry cake. Toast to the Yuletide season or ring in the new year with a range of champagne and wines selected by the Raffles sommelier team.

For easy entertaining, takeaway sets are curated for small to large groups. The Joyous Revelry set is priced at S$498++ and feeds three to four people, while the Yuletide Feast is good for eight to 10 guests at S$888++. For a more indulgent feast, the Merriment Splendour set also feeds eight to 10 guests at S$1488++. Two days advance notice is required.

Visit rafflescelebrations.com.sg/category/home-dining-experiences for more information

Precious Gifts

Raffles Boutique is your go-to Christmas shopping destination for delicious and thoughtful gifts for everyone on your list. Gourmet treats from cookies to champagne are packaged in beautiful gift boxes from S$149++ or festive hampers from S$309++.

And look no further for Christmas decorating ideas than the Floral Boutique, where you’ll find a range of stylish floral arrangements, whimsical wreaths and dreamy table centrepieces to beautify your home for the festive season. Arrangements are priced from S$150++ and orders must be made at least three days in advance.

Visit rafflescelebrations.com.sg/category/home-dining-experiences or call 6412-1280 for bespoke arrangements

Spa Retreat

Treat yourself or your loved ones to rejuvenating treatments at Raffles Spa and be fully refreshed in time for the festivities. Restore your skin with Festive Glow by Biologique Recherche, a series of luxurious face and body exfoliation treatments. Or de-stress with Raffles SPA’kle, a pampering session that includes a soothing hot stone massage and nourishing face treatments. Curated gift sets are also available, featuring high performance premium brand ISUN products that will boost your well-being instantly.

Raffles Spa Pampering Treats are available at S$550++ per treatment while Raffles Spa Gift Sets are available from S$325++ onwards.

Visit rafflessingapore.com/spa/raffles-spa/ for more information.