In a world where brunch menus typically consist of poached eggs and pancakes, Japanese restaurant Keyaki at Pan Pacific Singapore offers an alternative kaiseki brunch concept. As a fan of Japanese food, I found this to be a refreshing change to the typical weekend meal. The kaiseki brunch here is served okonomi or “as you like it” style, giving diners the option to choose each and every dish in this eight course meal.
During my staycation at Pan Pacific Singapore, I was invited to a tasting of this most unique brunch concept at Keyaki. The restaurant is located at the 4th floor of the hotel, away from other iconic restaurants such as Edge and Hai Tien Lo, and set amidst lush gardens. Walking towards it, I felt like I was somewhere in Kyoto with the overall Zen ambiance. Upon entering, the waitress took my order for my eight course meal. This is what I had:
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