5 Places To Enjoy Sakura-Themed Desserts This Spring
Miss being in Japan to enjoy sweet sakura-themed treats and strolling in the park to catch the cherry blossom in bloom this Spring? Well, we got your back! You can still celebrate your love for cherry blossoms and get a taste of Japan right here in Singapore. Check out these dining spots where you can get to try dreamy sakura-themed desserts. Get your tummy and cameras ready now!
1) Flor Patisserie
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To celebrate this season of Spring, a Japanese-styled patisserie serving authentic Japanese-inspired French pastry, Flor Patisserie, has lined up a series of sweet-looking Sakura-themed cakes and pastries. Their Sakura lineup includes a myriad of pastries which includes the Sakura Houjicha Basque Cheesecake ($10.50), Sakura Strawberry Pie ($10.20), Sakura Tofu Chiffon Cake ($17.60) and lastly, their staple in the Sakura lineup, the Sakura Roll Cake ($9.10). This is a perfect place for you to have a catch-up with your friends or family in a cozy setting over a dessert!
Grab these limited-time only pastries as they are only available till the mid of May.
Location: 2 Duxton Hill, #01-01, Singapore 089588
Opening Hours: Tue – Thu: 11:00am – 7:30pm | Fri – Sun: 11:00am – 8:30pm | Closed on Mon
Contact Number: +65 6223 8628
Location: 53 Upper East Coast Road, Singapore 455214
Opening Hours: Tue – Sun, 11:00am – 7:00pm | Closed on Mon
Contact Number: +65 6974 9885
Instagram: @flor_patisserie
2) IPPUDO Mandarin Gallery
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Source: IPPUDO Mandarin Gallery
Dine at IPPUDO Mandarin Gallery to enjoy the experience of what Sakura season feels like in Japan by indulging in pretty pink desserts surrounded by Sakura flowers!
The outlet-exclusive cherry blossom-infused additions for this Spring includes the Ohanami Sakura Cocktail ($7 per glass) made with premium Kyoho Umeshu from Fukuoka Prefecture, Ippudo’s hometown. This pinky sweet plum wine is served with a floating cherry blossom with a dust of festive pink sprinkles.
Next to try is the pillow-soft chewy Ohanami Sakura Umegaemochi, filled with sweet Azuki bean filling. It is a traditional Japanese rice cake dessert that originated in Fukuoka Prefecture. To give this dessert a lift, you can pair it with a pot of hot Sakura Green Tea infused with a whole of Sakura flowers. Sogui!
The outlet-exclusive cherry blossom-infused additions are only available from 1 April 2022 until the end of May 2022.
Source: IPPUDO Mandarin Gallery
Location: 333A Orchard Rd, #04-02 to 04, Singapore 238897
Opening Hours: Daily, 11:00am - 10:00pm
Contact Number: +65 6235 2797
Instagram: @ippudosg
3) The Grand Lobby At Raffles Hotel Singapore
Source: Raffles Hotel Singapore
Pamper yourself to an afternoon tea session this Spring at The Grand Lobby at Raffles Hotel Singapore! Fill your tummy with premium classic and unique Japanese savouries and sweet treats served beautifully on a gilded-tiered stand. These sweet treats come in pretty shades of pink that include Sakura Panna Cotta, Sakura Ice Cream Monaka, Beef Sando Katsu Bechamel, and Japanese Omelette with Ikura. To complete your Sakura Afternoon Tea experience, a beautiful Sakura tree has also been artfully installed in the middle of The Grand Lobby.
This Sakura afternoon tea is priced at $98++ per person, and an advance reservation is required. It is available from now till 15 May 2022 except for 11 to 17 April 2022. For more information, be sure to check out Raffles Hotel Singapore’s official website.
Source: Raffles Hotel Singapore
Location: 1 Beach Rd, Singapore 189673
High Tea Hours: Mon - Thu, 1:00pm - 5:00pmㅣFri - Sun, 12:00pm to 6:00pm
Contact Number: +65 6412 1816
Instagram: @raffleshotelsingapore
4) Lady M Singapore
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Cake lovers out there, you're in for a treat! Lady M, the pioneer of the well-loved Mille Crêpe, has revealed a seasonal special, the Sakura Berry Mille Crêpes ($9.50). It is a beautiful pastel pink cake layered with strawberry-infused pastry cream and Pink Sakura-flavoured white chocolate ganache and dehydrated strawberries to top off the cake. Head to any one of the boutiques below for the perfect weekend treat as this is a slice of divine cake you would not want to miss!
This seasonal special crêpe is available till 30 April 2022.
Source: Lady M Singapore
5) Lobby Lounge @ Conrad Centennial Singapore
Source: Conrad Centennial Singapore
Experience ultimate indulgence at Lobby Lounge and The Terrace @ Conrad Centennial Singapore for another dreamy Sakura afternoon tea session as the chefs have sprung into action to let you taste some cherry blossom delights!
The treats include Sakura Brioche Skagen (Classic Shrimp Toast with Tobiko), Egg Sandwiches and Rose Buttermilk with Ikura and Dill, Sakura Cream Cheese with Smashed Avocado (Toast Smoked Salmon, Sundried Tomatoes) and Sakura Chicken on Tomato Bread (Boursin and Sakura Infused Chutney). Each treat is handcrafted to bring out the delicate flavors of the pink petals.
The prices start from $45.00++ on a weekday and $49.00++ on the weekend for each pax. Price is also inclusive of unlimited Ronnefeldt Tea or Brazilian Coffee per pax.
*Add on S$20.00++ per person for unlimited Prosecco – 2 hours only
What are you waiting for? Get a taste of these Sakura-centric treats now until 2 May 2022! You may also book a table online or call the number below to make a reservation.
Source: Conrad Centennial Singapore
Location: 2 Temasek Blvd, Singapore 038982
High Tea Hours: Sat & Sun, 1:00pm - 3:00pm (First Seating) and 3:30pm - 5:30pm (Second Seating)ㅣMon - Fri, 1:00pm - 3:00 pm (First Seating) and 3:30pm - 5:30pm (Second Seating)
Contact Number: +65 6432 7483 / 6432 7487
Instagram: @conradsingapore
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