Asu: A Fine-Dining Experience at Labrador Park
December 2, 2024
Sitting atop a hill in Labrador Park, Asu is a restaurant that redefines fine dining. The 10,000-square-foot colonial bungalow, once home to Tamarind Hill, now houses this intimate 25-seat dining spot led by Singaporean chef Ace Tan. It’s one of three venues in the space, alongside Cantonese-Teochew restaurant Shan and a bar.
Inside Asu
Walking into Asu feels like stepping into a serene retreat. The space is simple yet striking, with whitewashed walls, concrete finishes, and bronze accents. The open kitchen is the centrepiece, surrounded by a sweeping dining table that feels like a front-row seat to a culinary performance.
The Chef
Chef Ace brings a fresh perspective to progressive Asian cuisine, reimagining heritage flavours and techniques in unexpected ways. Each seasonal menu reflects not only Asian culinary traditions but also Ace’s personal memories and inspirations.
Highlight Dishes at Asu
Ngor Hiang 五香
A creative take on a childhood favourite, this dish flips the script with a seafood-forward beancurd roll stuffed with marinated pork belly and wild-caught prawns, served with fermented chilli and pineapple sauce.
Jessica’s Duck Soup 妈妈的鸭汤
Inspired by Chef Ace’s mother’s cooking, this chilled consommé features ginseng duck broth, stuffed Amela tomato, and preserved mustard greens.
Oyster Bao 蚝包
A burst of ocean flavours, this bao wraps Japanese oysters, pork jowl, and garlic shoots in fluffy tang zhong dough, finished with a caramelised oyster reduction.
At Asu, it’s more than just about the food—it’s about the stories behind each dish. Grab a seat at the counter to watch the chefs in action and hear the inspiration behind their creations.
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