Events Overview

May Resident Chef Series

This May, Resident Chef Mirko Febbrile presents a menu inspired by southern Italian comfort, with a focus on depth of flavour and simple, well-balanced compositions.

We start off with the Baked Tomino: warm, soft cheese wrapped in pancetta and scented with rosemary. The Mafaldine Ossobuco follows, with fresh handmade soft pasta paired with a rich oxtail ragu, lifted by primitivo, almonds, and aged cheeses.

From the sea, the Branzino Acqua Pazza is gently cooked with San Marzano tomatoes, olives, and capers, finished with parsley oil and a touch of chardonnay.

Dessert leans into texture and richness, with a Hazelnut Bigné layered with dark chocolate, roasted hazelnut, feuilletine, and a smooth hazelnut mousse, balanced with a hint of fleur de sel.

The May menu is as follows:

Baked Tomino
Pancetta, tomino, rosemary

Mafaldine Ossobuco
Fresh handmade mafaldine pasta, oxtail, almonds, primitivo di Puglia, pecorino, parmigiano 

Branzino Acqua Pazza
Sea bass, San Marzano tomatoes, olives, capers, parsley oil, chardonnay

Hazelnut Bigné
Caraïbe 66% chocolate, roasted hazelnut, milk chocolate, feuilletine, hazelnut mousse, Fleur de Sel

May Live Sessions

Kick back, relax, and get ready to move in May.

Get moving this May – with live sessions every Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday throughout the month.

Grab a drink and settle in.

The Naughty Corner:

  • Friday 1st May – Hookstyle
  • Saturday 2nd May – DJ YA5TH
  • Wednesday 6th May – Zul
  • Friday 8th May – DJ YA5TH
  • Wednesday 13th May – Jamiel Said
  • Friday 15th May – DJ YA5TH
  • Saturday 16th May – PRAV
  • Wednesday 20th May – Jill-Marie Thomas
  • Friday 22nd May – DJ Candice B
  • Saturday 23rd May – PRAV
  • Wednesday 27th May – Shak’thiya
  • Friday 29th May – Durio
  • Saturday 30th May – PRAV

Wednesdays: 19:00 – 22:00
Fridays and Saturdays: 22:30 – 01:00


The Living Room:

  • Saturday 2nd May – Enya
  • Saturday 16th May – Shan & Joy
  • Saturday 23rd May – Alemay Fernandez
  • Saturday 30th May – Qyo

Saturdays: 20:30 – 23:00

May Liquid Liaisons

Saturday 16th May – All about Código with Shallum Recto
19:00 – 21:00

Saturday 23rd May – Bar Takeover with Jez Carreon of Old East Square, Chengdu
20:00 – 23:00


From New Zealand to Burgundy via Singapore, with Domaine Thomson

Wednesday 13th May

When Pui Mun (‘PM’) Chan Hall-Jones was introduced to the joys of wine by her father as a teenager growing up in Singapore, it formed a lasting impact. Her father was a lover of the classics – Bordeaux, Burgundy and German Riesling – and it was a love that PM would go on to inherit and pursue further when her banking career took her to Hong Kong. 

There, as she honed her palate, Burgundy came to the fore and PM developed a fascination with Pinot Noir. So much so that in 2000, with her late husband David Hall-Jones, she purchased a plot in Central Otago and planted the Surveyor Thomson vineyard, the building block of what was to become Domaine Thomson. Other blocks followed, PM working closely with winemaker Dean Shaw over the years to create Pinots with as little intervention as possible – to let the grapes ‘speak in the glass’, as she says.   

In 2013, Francophile PM acquired a parcel of vines in Gevrey-Chambertin, where she has a holiday home. This was followed five years later by other parcels in Saint-Aubin and Mercurey, each producing a separate cuvée. In recent years, PM has added a Central Otago Chardonnay to the Domaine Thomson range to complement her white Burgundies.  

We are thrilled to welcome PM to the Club for what should be a fascinating evening exploring the similarities and differences between the two terroirs, and how that informs the respective styles of her wines in the Northern and Southern Hemispheres. 

The wines we will be tasting:

2021 Domaine Thomson, Surveyor Thomson, Left Bank, Chardonnay, Central Otago, New Zealand 
2021 Domaine Thomson, Saint-Aubin, Les Travers de Chez Edouard 
2023 Domaine Thomson, Explorer, Pinot Noir, Central Otago, New Zealand 
2019 Domaine Thomson, Surveyor Thomson, Pinot Noir, Central Otago, New Zealand 
2021 Domaine Thomson, Mercurey, Ez Chênes, Burgundy 
2018 Domaine Thomson, Rows 76-89, Pinot Noir, Central Otago, New Zealand 
2020 Domaine Thomson, Gevrey-Chambertin, Les Evocelles, Burgundy 
2019 Domaine Thomson, Rows 1-37, Pinot Noir, Central Otago, New Zealand


Dinner with the Founder of Cult Australian Label Cloudburst

Thursday 14th May

Tucked away in the remote coastal reaches of Western Australia, Cloudburst is one of Australia’s most enigmatic yet acclaimed wineries. Founded in 2005 by American-born ecologist Will Berliner, this boutique estate, deep in Margaret River, has built up a cult following for its uncompromising approach to terroir.

Nestled in the pristine Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park and UNESCO biodiversity region, Cloudburst was planted on previously untouched bushlands. Operated entirely by hand and untouched by chemicals, the vineyard remains entirely dry-grown, own-rooted, and stands as a beacon of respect for nature and sense of place.

Cloudburst’s inaugural releases in 2010 wowed critics and collectors alike with their expressive, fruit-driven style and precision. Yielding just a small number of wines each year – often fewer than a thousand cases in total – these have come to be among Australia’s most critically acclaimed expressions of Chardonnay and Cabernet. Yet their defining characteristics are not points but clarity, energy and a saline, mineral edge.

We are delighted to welcome Will on a brief visit to Singapore, where he will host an intimate, five-course dinner featuring a selection of vintages, many of which are no longer commercially available. 

The wines we will be tasting:

2024 Cloudburst, Chardonnay (new release)
2021 Cloudburst, Chardonnay 
2016 Cloudburst, Chardonnay 
2023 Cloudburst, Cabernet Sauvignon (new release) 
2018 Cloudburst, Cabernet Sauvignon
2014 Cloudburst, Cabernet Sauvignon 

The menu :

Canapés:
Salmon Rosette, Ikura & Crème Fraîche Tartlet
Roasted Mushroom Tarte Flambée (v) 
White Corn & Avocado Tartlet (v) 

First course:
Yellowfin Tuna Ceviche
Hazelnut & squid ink tuille, lime, fennel 

Second course:
Hokkaido Scallops 
Wild garlic leaves, olive crumble, chardonnay beurre blanc

Third course: 
Seared French Pigeon 
Morrels, green pea purée, kampot pepper sauce

Fourth course:
Braised Wagyu Beef Cheek 
Creamy mashed potato, broccolini, red wine jus

Fifth course: 
Noisette Royale 
Hazelnut dacquoise, feuillantine, hazelnut crémeux, chocolate mousse & vanilla ice cream

Speaker: Mr. Will Berliner (founder and winemaker)


Chef Mirko Febbrile (Somma & Fico) Pasta Workshop

Sunday 17th May

Join Chef-Partner Mirko Febbrile, of Somma and Fico, for an intimate pasta workshop shaped by his Puglian roots and a philosophy grounded in simplicity over excess, and ingredient-led cooking. He will walk Members through the fundamentals of pasta making, sharing techniques and insights from his time in Michelin-awarded kitchens and from his home in Southern Italy. Expect a live demonstration, followed by a serving of Gambero rosso and pesto cavatelli paired with 2023 Vistamare, Ca’Marcanda, Gaja.


Explore Contemporary South Australia at our Walk-around tasting

Thursday 21st May

The classic image of South Australia is of bold, old-vine Barossa Valley Shiraz from producers such as the venerable Turkey Flat, whose oldest vineyards date back to 1847. And while such heritage continues to be preserved, in recent years, the diversity of the region has been boosted via a range of new names.

Both faces will be present at a walkaround tasting that will shine a spotlight on the modern face of South Australia, with up to a dozen producers pouring a range of wines.

Among them will be boutique labels such as Setiono, with its delicate, Rhône-inspired Syrah, and Protero, the Adelaide Hills Nebbiolo-focused vineyard from Stephen and Fiona Pannell. Both have been founded in the last few years.

Then there is the Grenache-focused Thistledown, established by two British Masters of Wine in 2010; the remarkable collaborative project Vanguardist, which blends fruit from top producers across the region for its signature Shiraz-Cabernet blend; and the minimal-intervention, amphora-aged wines of Brash Higgins, founded in McLaren Vale by US sommelier Brad Hickey (who will also showcase its Prohibition Gin as an added extra).

They will be joined by more established names such as Murdoch Hills and Shaw + Smith, the more classic face of Adelaide Hills Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, and Kilikanoon, a benchmark of Clare Valley.

We invite you to meet the winemakers, owners, and importers of these labels to discover the contemporary face of South Australia.


Exploring the hallmarks of Champagne Billecart-Salmon with sixth-generation Antoine Roland-Billecart

Thursday 21st May

One of Champagne’s few remaining family-owned grandes marques, Billecart-Salmon was founded in 1818 by Nicolas François Billecart and Elisabeth Salmon. Today, the house is run by seventh-generation Mathieu Roland-Billecart and his cousin, sixth-generation Antoine Roland-Billecart. 

Antoine officially began working for the maison in 1985, and was largely responsible for opening up the Asian market in the ‘80s and ‘90s at a time when Billecart-Salmon was moving from a mass-market brand to high-end fine wine. We are delighted to welcome him to the Club to present an in-depth masterclass exploring how the house’s philosophy translates into style via four defining expressions, across four different flights of wines: 

  • Traditional Blend - harmony, balance, and precision 
  • Rosé - finesse, texture, and emotion 
  • Blanc de Blancs - elegance, tension, and purity 
  • Barrel Vinification - depth, structure, and complexity

Each flight is anchored by benchmark bottlings, from the oak-vinified Sous Bois and Le Clos St-Hilaire to the prestige cuvées Nicolas Françcois and Elisabeth Salmon. 

We invite Members to join Antoine for what promises to be an exceptional evening. 

Welcome Drink: NV Billecart-Salmon, Réserve, Brut

The wines we will be tasting:

Traditional Blend
2012 Billecart-Salmon, Cuvée Nicolas François, Brut
2008 Billecart-Salmon, Cuvée Nicolas François, Brut

Rosé 
2012 Billecart-Salmon, Cuvée Elisabeth Salmon, Rosé, Brut
2008 Billecart-Salmon, Cuvée Elisabeth Salmon, Rosé, Brut

Blanc de Blancs
2012 Billecart-Salmon, Cuvée Louis, Blanc de Blancs, Brut
2008 Billecart-Salmon, Cuvée Louis, Blanc de Blancs, Brut

Barrel Vinification
2007 Billecart-Salmon, Clos St Hilaire, Brut


Mother’s Day: Portrait Pop-up

Sunday 24th May

Flowers fade. Reservations come and go. This is the one she’ll keep.

This May, we’re hosting a Mother’s Day portrait pop-up with Tiny For A Reason; an opportunity to capture Mum with the people who matter most. From growing families to those fleeting early years with little ones, these are the moments that pass all too quickly – now thoughtfully documented to look back on for years to come.

Pop-up Details:
• 10–15 minute photography session
• Single coloured backdrop, clean and timeless
• 10 professionally edited images; private online gallery delivered within 48 hours
• Fine art print for collection at the Club (+$35)


Sunday Cookout – The Robata Social

Sunday 24th May

We’re firing up the grill for the third edition of Sunday Cookout — a monthly BBQ series taking over the Whisky Bar, designed for unhurried Sundays, good conversation, and deeply satisfying fare.

This edition takes its cue from the busy streets of Tokyo — the energy, the movement, and the quiet moments found in between. Expect a vibrant spread of Japanese grill favourites, from yakitori and kushiyaki to seasonal plates made for sharing, alongside comforting classics to round off the evening.

The evening begins with a guided tasting of Hibiki.

The whiskies we will be tasting:
Suntory Toki
Hibiki Harmony

Menu:

Tsukune
Minced chicken skewers, creamy egg yolk

Negima
Grilled chicken, green onions

Aspara Bacon
Grilled asparagus, bacon

Gyu Kushi
Wagyu beef skewers

Sake no Teriyaki
Salmon, teriyaki glaze

Shishito
Grilled green peppers, bonito flakes

Japanese Rice with Furikake

Mochi Ice Cream
Seasonal selection

Speakers: Mark Tay from Beam Suntory & Ferdinand from LOFv


The Inner Circle: 8 Mistakes Leaders Make in Public Communication

Tuesday 26th May

Alongside host Debbie Yong (former journalist with The Straits Times, The Business Times, and Fortune & director Debbie Yong), we introduce a new leadership talk series, The Inner Circle, beginning with Quak Hiang Whai, Senior Communications Advisor at the Ministry of Home Affairs and a communications strategist.

Topic: Leading Through Crisis – Fiascos & Lessons in Public Communication

Poor communication has brought down many leaders, often spectacularly. Most of these missteps are not complex; they appear, in hindsight, to be common sense. Leaders should know better. And yet, the same mistakes repeat themselves. Again and again.

A poorly handled response can escalate a situation rather than contain it, with leaders inadvertently creating new crises of their own making. History offers no shortage of such moments – where the failure lies not in the crisis itself, but in how it was communicated.

In this opening session of The Inner Circle, Hiang Whai reflects on how leaders are truly perceived under pressure, and whether the authority built over the years is ever as secure as it seems. The session will begin with a short address by Hiang Whai, followed by a fireside conversation and an open floor for questions. Drawing on real cases and hard-earned lessons, the discussion is candid, practical, and seldom shared so openly.

Come with your questions. Leave with clarity and a sharper sense of how to navigate the moments most leaders wish they could redo.

About Hiang Whai

Quak Hiang Whai has spent four decades at the intersection of media, government, and corporate life. He began his career in journalism, working across print, broadcast, and digital – including as a news editor at The Business Times – before moving into senior communications leadership roles in banking, property, and the public sector.

A trusted advisor to the Singapore government, he has managed major crises, trained leaders from the boardroom to the Cabinet, and developed a rare understanding of how institutions think, decide, and communicate. He is the author of No Comments & Don’t Quote Me! and It’s a Campaign, Stupid, and is known for his direct, practical insights on leadership communications and crisis management.

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