There are places we return to not just for the food, but for how they make us feel. VUE is one of those. Every time we walk in, I still look up at the high ceiling, pause for a second, and remind myself how lucky we are to dine with this view of the city. It never gets old.

This time, we came back for the AMEX Platinum Table for Two experience. A quiet lunch, no rush, just the two of us and a winter menu waiting to unfold. These are the days I treasure most, when good food becomes a reason to slow down and talk about everything and nothing.

We started with chilled somen, winter truffle and bafun uni. Light, elegant, gently dressed with kelp. A dish that whispers rather than shouts. Then came the seared scallop, sweet and tender, resting in a pool of corn veloute with asparagus and basil aioli. Simple flavours done with care always win my heart.

For mains, we each chose differently, as we usually do, because sharing is part of the fun. The grilled kingfish arrived glossy with brown butter sauce, crowned with osetra caviar and melted leek. Clean, refined, beautifully balanced. The wagyu striploin was another story. Deep beef flavour, soft truffle potato puree, colourful heirloom cauliflower and a red wine jus that begged to be wiped clean with bread.

Dessert was called Garden of Citrus. A gentle ending with olive oil sponge, yuzu passionfruit cream and mandarin sorbet. Fresh, bright and just sweet enough to make you smile without thinking about calories.

What made the afternoon even warmer was the people behind the scenes. Chef Sam’s cooking felt thoughtful and confident, while Derrick’s service was attentive without ever hovering. The kind of hospitality that makes you relax and enjoy the moment.

We left unhurried, slightly fuller, a little happier, already planning when to come back again. Some tables really are meant for two, especially when the view, the food and the company all come together just right.

VUE Bar & Grill
OUE Bayfront
50 Collyer Quay Rooftop Level 19
Singapore 049321