[Travel] Lunch at Brio @ Anantara Riverside Bangkok

Was 2pm, and arrived at the restaurant for a late lunch. Brio is an Italian ristorante and pizzeria. The place was fairly empty on a weekday.

at the entrance

Was seated immediately since I have a reservation and the staff was polite and courteous and I was left with the menu.

Got a bottle of sparkling water to start while I slowly peruse on what to order.

table setting for one

sparkling

menu

The other table besides mine was already at the end of their meal. Decided to order an appetizer and a main. Don't think I'll have space for any desserts. The main reason why I'd order an appetiser was because I wanted to try their La Tavola menu which the staff informed, is sort of like a seasonal.

bread basket and tapenade

towel to freshen up before starting

3 types of breads

more like a pastry

of olives and anchovies

The pastry-like bread and the focaccia were my favourite from the bread basket. Served warm,

 Panna Cotta al Midolo @฿360++

The panna cotta that arrived doesn't quite look like the one in the menu. One could've mistaken it for a burrata. Staff advised to mix it and eat together. As I was eating it, I realized this was probably meant to be shared by 2 to 3 pax and acted more like a butter substitute. Rich and creamy, and the sweetness from the apple puree cuts down a bit on the repetitive flavours.

Ate it with the bread, especially the focaccia helps by adding different texture to the bite.

adding different texture

white wine

Casale del Giglio, Chardonnay, Lazio IGT, Lazio Italy @฿530++

The wine helped in cutting down the richness. I think this might be my first time having an Italian Chardonnay.

Gnocchi alla Sorrentina @฿430++

The potato gnocchi in tomato sauce was served piping hot. Staff did caution against the hot surface when the dish was served.

Goodness, the portion here was really generous!

close up view on the cheese

beautiful interior

Brio @ Anantara Riverside Bangkok

Address: 257/1-3, Charoen Nakhon Rd, Samrae, Khet Thon Buri, Bangkok 10600, Thailand

Website: https://www.anantara.com/en/riverside-bangkok/restaurants/brio

Business Hours:

Lunch: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

[Staycation] Experiencing Beach Club Pool Access Loft @ Pan Pacific Orchard Singapore

Decided to stay at Pan Pacific Orchard at the very last minute, so made the bookings just hours prior. Last stay was in 2023. Arrived for check-in at 130pm and the room was ready. 

Thanks to GHA Discovery Titanium membership, received the double room upgrade. Was informed that the room is at Level 5 and right beside the pool. Makes sense as it is a room with direct pool access after all, keke.

Beach Club Pool Access Loft Room

bed

ta-dah~

similar concept with the balcony room with the air-conditioning

sheltered area

view from the pool lounge

The pool water was slightly warm from the weather. Guests who had completed their swim would walk past the room on their way out of the pool area. So, for the dad with his daughter in his arm whom we made eye contact, glad you had a good swim. Keke.

Let's go check out the loft area.

let's go upstairs

The steps on the loft stairs is slightly smaller than my foot and there is only a couch up there. No TV, no table.

couch on the loft

think downstairs is where I'll spend more time at

ironing board, clothes hangar and place to store luggage

bedroom slippers in here

Bacha coffee

regular coffee

coffee capsules

The coffee capsules were nice and I loved the decaf option. The minibar was well stocked with still water, coconut water and soda.

minibar

bathroom

shower

Bath amenities from Jo Loves

oh, there's a plant in there

The bathroom has a sliding door which only closes halfway so, just so you know.

GHA Discovery Welcome Amenity and Pan Pacific Orchard Birthday Delight

Found the chocolates in the room at the small side table next to the bed after returning from outside.

surprise~

so pretty

praline

think this one had mint inside

spot the difference

birthday chocolate mousse cake

Thanks to Pan Pacific Orchard and GHA Discovery for the chocolates. Definitely added to the happiness during this birthday staycation!

saving some for later

Pacific Club Lounge

Afternoon Tea

Pacific Club Lounge

plenty of sweets

afternoon tea drinks menu

indoor seats

outdoor seats

The afternoon tea food selection seemed to be salads, cheeses, fruits, breads, sandwiches, scones (with whipped cream and jams), cakes and the savoury dish was fried fish fingers.

smoked salmon sandwich, blueberry scone and salted caramel tart

blueberry scone 

mocha

fried fish fingers with mayo and chili sauce

The first piece of the fish fingers was good as it was still hot but the next pieces were lukewarm.

Evening Cocktails

evening cocktail drinks menu

Mimosa, fried rice, takoyaki and chicken siew mai

Best dish during the evening cocktail, was the takoyaki. Not much choice for the canapes.

Breakfast

breakfast table

ala-carte choice

jams selection on table

Thank goodness for the ala-carte option for breakfast at the lounge as I had been disappointed with the evening cocktails food options.

Was mildly surprise by the plain looking eggs benedict. Taste-wise, the sourness was barely detectable which is good and the muffin has some crispy edges so that was nice.

Signature Eggs Benedict

runny yolk mandatory shot

Also ordered the prawns wanton noodles soup which suits the weather. It had begun to rain heavily.

prawns wanton noodles with char siew

al-dente egg noodles

prawns wanton

The soup was good and hot, but the prawns wanton tasted like those ready-to-eat type, with slight doughy wrapper skin. The pickled green chilies were good.

pickled green chilies

Thank you Pushpa whom always greeted the guests with a smile at the Club Lounge.

In-Room Dining

Check-out was extended to 1pm, and I was looking to find a way to finish the dining credit. Was supposed to use some for dinner at Mosella but had skipped dinner. So, decided to place order for in-room dining. It's lunch menu items only started appearing at 11am. The invoice stated that food would be ready within 40 mins.

The doorbell rang at 1145am and the food was delivered, complete with a table! Thank you to staff who brought the table along, complete with table cloth and small flower decoration. Fine dining in the room. So cool.

in-room dining

The laksa broth was in the flask to maintain its temperature. 

Singapore Heritage Laksa @$28++

Plenty of sambal provided to add extra umami and kick to the lovely laksa broth. Plenty of bean sprouts, tau pok (beancurd puffs), fish cake slices and quail eggs in the bowl. Was happy with the good sized prawns which wasn't overcooked and with its middle part thoughtfully peeled for easier eating.

Taittinger Brut Reserve @$28++

A glass of Taittinger to accompany the food for that touch of luxury.

Charred Temptation Lamb Chop @$22++

well grilled lamp chop

I see cheesecake, I ordered. Cheesecake was dense! Meal complete.

Milo Dinosaur Cheesecake @$16++

Pan Pacific Orchard

Address: 10 Claymore Rd, Singapore 229540

Website: https://www.panpacific.com/en/hotels-and-resorts/pp-orchard-sg/