Racines

Despite its French name, Racines—tucked within the sleek Sofitel Singapore City Centre—showcases an impressive spread of soulful local and Chinese fare alongside French classics. Start with the moreish ngoh hiang, paired with a fragrant house-made chilli sauce, before moving on to the silky soy-baked black cod, its sweet–umami glaze highlighting the fish’s natural richness. French signatures also feature prominently: a quintessential lobster bisque topped with lobster tail, five-spice pan-roasted foie gras, and tender magret duck confit. Desserts are not to be missed. The skillet-baked dark chocolate mochi cookie arrives warm, with a crisp-chewy bite, crowned by a generous scoop of creamy dark chocolate ice cream. For something lighter yet no less striking, opt for the ondeh-ondeh—a smooth, layered pudding inspired by the traditional kueh.