Award-winning Chinese restaurant Mott 32 Singapore has opened at Marina Bay Sands, offering business travellers access to one of the world’s leading voices in modern Chinese cuisine.
Since opening six years ago in Hong Kong, Mott 32 has become renowned for its signature approach to regional Chinese cuisine, which is characterised by time-honoured recipes handed down from generations, prepared using progressive cooking techniques and premium ingredients. Paired with an exceptional mixology programme and a stunning ambience designed by award-winning interior designer Joyce Wang, Mott 32 is set to impress diners in Singapore.
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Helming the kitchens of the new Singapore venue is Hong Kong-born executive chef Chan Wai Keung. With over 35 years of professional culinary experience, chef Chan has worked in the kitchens of top hotels and restaurants across major cities such as Beijing, Hong Kong, Jakarta, Seoul, Singapore, and Taipei. The veteran chef is known for his mastery in traditional Cantonese cooking, specialising in seafood, dim sum, and soups.
Iconic Dishes
“At Mott 32, we are dedicated to serving authentic, timeless recipes that pay homage to the rich heritage of Chinese cuisine,” says chef Chan. “Our approach to cooking is to retain the essence and original flavours of the dish, while elevating it using quality produce. We welcome guests from all around the world to explore the intricacies of Chinese cuisine at Mott 32 Singapore, and look forward to showcase a combination of Mott 32’s iconic dishes and Singapore-exclusive creations.”
Mott 32 Singapore will be serving iconic dishes from the original Mott 32 menu, such as the Barbecue Pluma Iberico Pork Glazed with Yellow Mountain Honey, and the Apple Wood Roasted Peking Duck with Mott 32’s “Signature Cut”. With a 48-hour preparation time, these ducks are cured in a special marinade and smoked over applewood, before being presented and carved tableside. Available in limited quantities daily, these ducks are made-to-order, and require a 24-hour advance reservation.
Chef Chan and his team will also be executing a number of offerings exclusive to Mott 32 Singapore, such as the Signature Crispy Sugar Coated Peking Duck Bun, Crispy Prawns with Salty Egg Yolk and Oatmeal, and one of Singapore’s most well-known dishes, the Wok-Fried Live Whole Crab in Black Pepper Singapore Style. The restaurant will also offer fiery dishes to satiate spice lovers in this city, such as the Braised Black Cod with Chopped Chili, and Poached Giant Garoupa Fillet in Szechuan Pepper Broth.
Cocktails That Intrigue
In addition to the a la carte menu, Mott 32 is also renowned for its handmade Cantonese dim sum items which often feature a refined gastronomic twist, such as Soft Quail Egg, Iberico Pork, Black Truffle Siu Mai; South Australian Scallop, Garoupa, Caviar & Gold Leaf, Egg White Dumpling; Signature Crispy Sugar Coated BBQ Iberico Pork Bun and Australian Wagyu Beef Puff. The full dim sum menu will be available at Mott 32 at lunchtime from 11 February 2020, with a small selection available at dinner.
In addition to an extensive wine collection ranging from the best of the Old World to eclectic New World wines, Mott 32’s mixologists have created a selection of signature cocktails inspired by Asian ingredients and culture. This includes the Hanami, Michter’s bourbon, Tanqueray gin, umeshu, yuzu, shiso, ginger beer, and Chrysanthemum; and Hong Kong Iced Tea, a blend of Blanco Avion tequila, Lillet Blanc, blackcurrant, and jasmine tea.
Inspiring Design
Award-winning Joyce Wang Studio has retained the DNA and spirit of Mott 32 in the design for the Singapore restaurant. The studio has reimagined the restaurant with colonial details and nods to the aesthetic movement. An abundance of greenery is paired with porcelain botanical patterns and a matrix of lighting, which creates an entirely unique setting.
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The bar and lounge area are imbued with intricate details; the bar front is coated in ancient Chinese tiles, with apothecary drawers that add an air of mystery and intrigue, while communal seating invites guests in with its surrounding planted walls. An exclusive peacock chair with a splayed wide back adds an oriental spin to the design of the bar area, along with oriental Chinese inspired lanterns hanging from a classic Mott 32 style ceiling of netted copper. The botanical theme is mirrored in the colour scheme, with earthy tones of terracotta, teal, volcanic grey terrazzo, and rust dispersed throughout the space.
Over at the main dining room, a decorative canopy reminiscent of pagodas makes a compelling centerpiece with its jade tone – again, heralding its Chinese-inspired design. Soft furnishings bring the dining space alive with pale mint sofas, with Mott 32’s classic bucket chairs filling the space under the impressive canopy.
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