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Restaurant Guidelines

Knowing the right cutlery to use is the most basic of restaurant etiquette. We interview dining experts on the little-known behaviour expected to us. On getting hold of the waiter’s attention in a crowded restaurant Gavin: No need to flail your arms wildly. Catch the eye of the waiter and call out, “Excuse me”. if he’s on [...]
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Expat Restaurant Guide 2008 – ITALIAN

BONTA Chef Pezzera used to run one of Jakarta’s leading Italian restaurants and he is showing his deft touch here, succeeding in a location where three previous Italian restaurants have failed. His food shows creativity and ingredients are faultless. Decor is modern and simple, and service is well above average. the menu has a leaning towards [...]
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Expat Restaurant Guide 2008 – INTERNATIONAL

AERIN’S This casual, modern eatery is brought to you by the people behind Whitebait & Kale. It’s clearly not going to have the same laid-back feel as W&K as it’s right in the middle of Raffles City’s basement atrium, nut what it does, it does well. Expect appetising sustenance for tired, hungry shoppers and you won’t [...]
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Expat Restaurant Guide 2008 – INDO-CHINESE

INDOCHINE WATERFRONT Not the original but definitely the best IndoChine outlet in our book. The fact that the Club Street outlet (soon to relocate next door) is still going strong when all about it seems to be in a state of flux is testament to its popularity. Waterfront is pretty much unbeatable if you have visitors [...]
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