Marmalade pantry @ Ion orchard

I couldn't bring a smile to Thursday because I finally met up with my course mates for Benson's farewell dinner. Poor him, he is leaving us to Suzhou for a month of overseas enrichement project. To bid him goodbye, we met up for dinner after our IAP/FYP. Initially, the plan was quite a clear cut, strictly on Japanese cruisine at Far East Plaza. But bad things just hit us, Sushi Ten which was what we were heading to has closed down. Disappointed  much, we have to change our location. Cracking our brain of what to have for dinner, we walked to Orchard ion and look for the food directory. Scrolling through each name of the restaurant, still can't decide what to have and suddenly, I pointed out 'Marmalade Pantry' as I have read through some good reviews of their desserts and food and yup, we gave that a try.

Good things to eat.

Marmalade has always evolved in capturing the modern, but the freshness and clarity of its ingredients stay the same. It is chicly stocked with both signatures and innovative favourites such as Crabmeat Linguine or the addictive Cappellini Aglio Olio with Sakura Ebi. Lighter options such as the House-cured Salmon on Soft Scrabbled Eggs and Pumpernickel are firm features, and naturally, an array of bright salads for the picking. But no Marmalade experience is complete without a freshly made cupcake. The now legendary Marmalade cupcake is an icon in itself, having a secret family recipe to its name and a myriad of winning flavours such as Granny’s Apple, Elvis and Limonata to intrigue and delight. Just as appealing are the pretty pastries, cakes and savouries just out from the kitchen and on irresistible display.

The Pantry Club. $19. I highly recommend this generous sets which comes in layers of veg, honey-baked ham, roasted chicken and nice dressing. It accompanied with thinly slices of yam and sweet potatoes though lil greasy but acceptable. Heavenly yummilicious!

Mac and cheese ($24)


Pork and Fennel Seed Sausage Lasagna ($24) was another favourite by my friend, with all the parmesan goodness which is complemented by a good load of minced pork and mushroom slices. It comes complete with refreshing garden salad. I wouldn't believe they used pork for their lasagna. I have seen beef & chicken lasagna but definitely not pork since im not a pork lover.


The Basque Chicken ($30) proved to be well marinated given its tender, juicy texture accompanied by somewhat strong flavours coming through. Their small little puny potatoes make the dishes go right. But then, very small portion and costly dish.



Spaghetti Carbonara ($24) :: Although too, with flat parsley, it is only as garnish. It is also topped with poached eggs. It tastes just fine, just as good as any other Carbonara. Though that’s when the price comes into play. For a plate of Carbonara at this price, is slightly elevated. To put it bluntly, it can be enjoyed at a lower price at other places. But if money isn’t an issue, this wouldn’t be too.