Singapore, Singapore

Candlenut

  • Restaurant
  • Foodie
  • Michelin restaurants
  • Fine dining
  • Local cuisine
  • Romantic
  • Cultural

About Candlenut

Set in lush Dempsey Hill, Candlenut holds the distinction of being the world's first Michelin-starred Peranakan restaurant. Chef Malcolm Lee honors his heritage by reimagining traditional Straits-Chinese home cooking into refined multi-course menus featuring aromatic curries, sambals, and slow-cooked meats. It is a premier dining destination for anyone eager to explore the complex, centuries-old culinary tapestry of Peranakan culture.

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