An exciting roster of chefs from Michelin-starred establishments and mixologists from The World's 50 Best Bars in Singapore will be visiting London next month to showcase their innovative cuisine with cocktail pairings at the Singapore Supper Club.

In partnership with D&D London, The Singapore Supper Club will open in London for three nights only from 4 - 6 October, 2018. The chefs and mixologists will be popping up at three D&D restaurants, Angler, Avenue and Bluebird. Foodies should book fast for an exciting opportunity to enjoy a #TasteofSingapore and a selection of three and six course menus from the esteemed chefs. Singapore is globally renowned for its exciting culinary and social scene. With 39 Singaporean restaurants ranging from street food hawker stalls to fine dining restaurants being awarded Michelin stars this summer, and six of the World's 50 Best Bars calling Singapore home, you can be sure that the pairing of the chefs and mixologists will create a palette thrill.

The Singapore Supper Club will be on at the following restaurants and tickets can be booked through the individual restaurant's website below:

• Michelin-starred, Angler Restaurant will host a six-course tasting menu created by Julian Royer of two Michelin-starred restaurant Odette which will be matched with delicious cocktails by the talented Vijay Mudaliar of Native – 47th on the World's Best Bars. Tel: 0203 215 1260, email angler@southplacehotel.com, anglerrestaurant.com
• At Avenue Restaurant in St James's Place, diners can taste the incredible talent of Singaporean Malcolm Lee – owner of one Michelin-starred, Candlenut; the world's first Michelin-starred Peranakan cuisine restaurant. A bespoke three-course menu paired with cocktails by Philip Bischoff of Manhattan, seventh on the World's 50 Best Bar list, for £68. Tel: 0207 321 2111, email avenuereservations@danddlondon.com, avenue-restaurant.co.uk
• Jason Tan, founder of Singapore's one Michelin-starred Corner House restaurant and Sasha Wijidessa, mixologist from Operation Dagger, which is 24th on the list of World's Best Bars, will be pairing their culinary magic at Bluebird Restaurant in Chelsea. Prices are £68 for a three-course set menu with cocktail pairings included. Tel: 0207 559 1000, email enquiries@danddlondon.com, bluebird-restaurant.co.uk

Each Singapore Supper Club will be enhanced by a cool soundscape mixed by members of A Phat Cat Collective, from Singapore, including DJ Aurora, DJ Ya5th and DJ Joshua P.

Ms Yen Nee Tan, Regional Director, Europe, Singapore Tourism Board said: “The Singapore Supper Club in London continues to showcase our Passion Made Possible campaign where we shine the spotlight on our Singapore trailblazers and everyday heroes whose endeavour and achievements in the things they are passionate about reflect the never-settling spirit of Singapore. When we look a little closer at the reasons people are visiting Singapore, we can see that travellers' passions genuinely shape their experiences, whether it's a foodie feasting on local delicacies; a socialiser enjoying our lively cocktail scene; a culture shaper experiencing our tapestry of arts and culture; or an explorer discovering the ethnic enclaves. The UK is Singapore's top source market in Europe and we hope to build a deeper and more personal connection and affiliation for Singapore by sharing the rich stories about our destination beyond just tourism. We are delighted to have such an incredible group of talent from Singapore hosting the Singapore Supper Club in London at three of D&D London's fantastic venues, and we look forward to meeting like-minded friends in the UK to celebrate our passion with”.

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Further information

Lalla Dutt, Lucy Pennington and Enrique Martin, Four Communications

Tel: 0203 697 4200 email: Singaporeteam@fourcommunications.com

About the Singapore Tourism Board

The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) is the lead development agency for tourism, one of Singapore's key economic sectors. Together with industry partners and the community, we shape a dynamic Singapore tourism landscape. We bring the Passion Made Possible brand to life by differentiating Singapore as a vibrant destination that inspires people to share and deepen their passions. For more information, visit www.stb.gov.sg / www.visitsingapore.com or follow us on Twitter @VisitSG_UK

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Singapore is so much more than the sum of its numerous attractions. It's constantly evolving, reinventing, and reimagining itself, with people who are passionate about creating new possibilities. It's where foodies, explorers, collectors, action seekers, culture shapers, and socialisers meet―and new experiences are created every day. Don't stop at finding out what you can do when you visit. Let our Passion Ambassadors show you what you can be when you visit. Because we're more than just a destination.  We're where passion is made possible.

About Singapore Supper Club

The Singapore Supper Club is a unique series of events featuring an exciting roster of chefs from Michelin-starred establishments and mixologists from Singapore who are coming to London to showcase their unique cuisine and cocktail pairings.  The chefs and mixologists will be popping up at three D&D restaurants, Angler, Avenue and Bluebird from 4-6 October 2018. Follow #TasteofSingapore

Editors Notes

Chef and mixologist profiles for each event are described below. High-res images available on request.

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Angler Restaurant 4, 5 and 6 October

South Place Hotel, 3, South Place, London EC2M 2AF

Tel: 0203 215 1260 / angler@southplacehotel.com / www.anglerrestaurant.com

Julien Royer of two Michelin-starred restaurant Odette paired with the talented Vijay Mudaliar of Native

Julien Royer, Odette (Two Michelin stars)

Housed in National Gallery Singapore, Odette serves modern French cuisine that is guided by Chef Julien's lifelong respect for seasonality, terroir and artisanal produce, which results in artistic and refined food presentations.

Having worked for Michel Bras in France and Antonin Bonnet in London, French Chef Julien moved to Singapore in 2011, where he oversaw modern European restaurant JAAN before opening Odette in 2015, which he named after his grandmother.

In less than two years, Odette earned two Michelin stars and a place on the Asia's 50 Best Restaurants list. Odette currently ranks 5th in Asia's 50 Best Restaurants 2018 and 28th in the World's 50 Best Restaurants 2018.

Website: www.odetterestaurant.com

Vijay Mudaliar, Native

Vijay is the mixologist behind Native, the cocktail bar on Singapore's Amoy Street. He gained international recognition in 2015, when he won the international cocktail competition Diplomatico World Tournament Singapore Final with his cocktail 'Jewel of The East'. Vijay spent two years at Operation Dagger before opening Native, his very own cocktail bar.

Native is committed to using only locally forage products and supporting local and regional craftsmen – from the ingredients (such as jasmine blossom, and turmeric leaves), cocktail list to the drinking vessels and music.

Native is number 47 in The World's 50 Best Bars 2017 and number 8 in Asia's 50 Best Bars 2018 – and Vijay was recently voted Altos Bartenders' Bartender 2018.

Website: http://tribenative.com/

A Phat Cat Collective

A Phat Cat Collective is an Entertainment Consultancy based in Singapore, specialising in curating unique concepts, programmes, events and marketing that thrive within the Nightlife and F&B community. Started by three entertainment stalwarts, Joshua Pillai, Francesca Aurora Way and Yafith A. Hamid, they have helmed some of Asia's most prominent institutions such as CE LA VI, Bar Rouge, KU DE TA Singapore, Attica and Potato Head.

The recently opened NINETEEN80, A Phat Cat Collective's first nightlife concept, is an 80s inspired arcade bar and discotheque, featuring a heavy dose of nostalgia through fond retro arcade games, nostalgic cocktails with a twist and a funky line-up of Singapore's top DJs throwing down all-time favourites.

Avenue Restaurant 4, 5 and 6 October

7 to 9 St James' Place, London SW1A 1EE

Tel: 0207 321 2111 / avenuereservations@danddlondon.com / www.avenue-restaurant.co.uk

Malcolm Lee, Candlenut paired with Philip Bischoff of Manhattan

Malcolm Lee, Candlenut (One Michelin star)

Candlenut is the world's first Michelin-starred Peranakan restaurant. Peranakan or Nyonya cuisine comes from the Peranakans, descendants of early Chinese migrants who settled in Singapore, and other Straits regions.  They married local Malays and the cuisine combines Chinese, Malay and other influences. Candlenut serves up refined Peranakan cuisine that preserves the essence and complexities of traditional food, with astute twists that lift the often rich dishes to a different level.

The culinary journey of Candlenut's Head Chef and owner Malcolm Lee began by helping his mother and grandmother in the kitchen as a child. A few years later, he became the first Singaporean recipient of the Miele Guide Scholarship, granting him a place at the country's At-Sunrice GlobalChef Academy, where he was able to explore his Asian culinary roots.

Malcolm opened Candlenut back in 2010 – under the name of Candlenut Kitchen. It received its first Michelin star in 2016, and has retained its star ever since.

Website: http://comodempsey.sg/restaurant/candlenut

Philip Bischoff of Manhattan

Inspired by the Golden Age of cocktails and fine drinking, Manhattan is reminiscent of a grand hotel bar, modern yet with a touch of old New York glamour and sophistication – and it currently hosts the coveted title of Asia's Best Bar. Manhattan boasts a selection of inspired craft cocktails and gourmet bar food from the 1920s.

Berlin-born Philip Bischoff is the Manhattan's bar manager. He started his career at Le Lion – Bar de Paris, and then to Amano Bar, where, under his stewardship, it was awarded the 'Best Hotel Bar and Bar Team' at the Mixology Bar Awards in Berlin. At Manhattan, Philip is all about the experience: the food, the ambience, the people and the service.

Manhattan is number 7 in The World's 50 Best Bars 2017 and number 1 in Asia's 50 Best Bars 2018.

Website: http://www.regenthotels.com/regent-singapore/dining/manhattan

Bluebird Chelsea 4, 5 and 6 October

350 Kings Road, London SW3 5UU

Tel: 0207 559 1000 / enquiries@danddlondon.com / www.bluebird-restaurant.co.uk

Jason Tan, Corner House, paired with Sasha Wijidessa, Operation Dagger

Jason Tan, Corner House (One Michelin star)

Corner House is a contemporary restaurant located within the Singapore Botanic Gardens, which was conferred with UNESCO World Heritage Site status in July 2015. The restaurant is named after botanist E. J. H. Corner, who resided in the property for 13 years during his 16-year tenure as the Assistant Director of the Singapore Botanic Gardens.

“Gastro-Botanica” is the style of contemporary cuisine created by Chef Jason Tan, which emphasises refinement and quality, and gives equivalent weight on the plate to protein and botanical elements.

Chef Jason Tan started his career at the famed Les Amis restaurant in 2004, progressing through Le Saint Julien and the three-Michelin-starred Robuchon a Galera. In 2008, Jason was crowned the Bocuse d'Or Singapore Champion, going on to win the Bronze trophy at the Bocuse d'Or Asian Selection and represented Asia at the Bocuse d'Or world cuisine contest at Lyon, France. As the 'Suitcase Chef', Chef Jason travels across the world in search of new ideas and inspirations for his kitchen.

Corner House features one Michelin star and ranked 23rd in Asia's 50 Best Restaurants 2017.

Website: www.cornerhouse.com.sg

Sasha Wijidessa, Operation Dagger

Operation Dagger is a speakeasy located somewhere in Singapore's Ann Siang Hill, founded by Australia-born, Luke Whearty. Sous Bartender Sasha Wijidessa discovered her strong passion for cocktail making in her early years behind the bar at British gastropub Oxwell & Co.

Displaying a keen grasp of the fundamentals behind cocktail making, Sasha captured the attention of Luke, who invited her to join Operation Dagger. Sasha works closely with Luke and plays an instrumental role in conceptualising Operation Dagger's iconic innovate drinks.

Operation Dagger has a singular style thanks to a striking interior of raw concrete, minimalist furniture and thousands of light bulbs above the bar.

Foraged-for ingredients and spirits are redistilled and stored in brown apothecary bottles to deliver a strictly flavour-centric, preconception-free drinking experience – so customers order by flavours rather than the main alcoholic drink.

Operation Dagger is number 24 in The World's 50 Best Bars 2017 and number 19 in Asia's 50 Best Bars 2018.

Website: https://operationdagger.com/