Modern Asian cuisine has gained popularity in the past decades, as chefs continue to find new inspirations and ideas to reinvent classic recipes that cater to the contemporary palate. Here in Singapore, we have no shortage of restaurants serving this cuisine and their delectable offerings range from unique interpretations of chicken rice, Japanese-Korean fusion fare and elevated local dishes. Here are the places where you can find them when cravings strike.
1. 15 Stamford by Alvin Leung

‘Demon Chef’ Alvin Leung is famous for his bold and experimental cuisine, evident in his two-Michelin-starred Bo Innovation in Hong Kong. But for his restaurant at Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore, he focuses instead on the more traditional culinary techniques to create delectable modern Asian fare, inspired by his travels across the region. Browse the expansive menu and you’ll see how he has elevated local favourites such as chicken rice. For his version, the poultry is cooked to juicy perfection in the giant rotisserie and served with the usual enhancers: chilli sauce, ginger purée and soy sauce. More so, the accompanying rice, a Jin Long Yu premium variety, is made more flavourful thanks to an umami-packed chicken stock.