8picure, a cosy 18-seater restaurant in Singapore, has announced a refresh of its popular 8-course degustation menu, set to launch on 1 April 2025. The updated menu will feature ingredients from new and lesser-known suppliers, alongside innovative cooking techniques inspired by Chef Gabriel Lee’s culinary explorations across Europe.
Chef Gabriel, a former banker turned chef, has infused his passion for Italian cuisine with Asian influences, creating a unique fusion dining experience. His journey began with a Cuoco Certificate from Chef Academy in Terni, Italy, and an internship at The Kingham Plough in Oxfordshire, England. These experiences shaped his culinary style, which he now shares with diners at 8picure.
The restaurant, located at River Valley, underwent an ambience refresh in October 2024 to align with evolving customer preferences. The new interior features a verdant green palette, replacing the previous austere black, to enhance its casual fine dining atmosphere.
Signature dishes on the refreshed menu include the Singaporean-Italian fusion 8picurean Crabcake with Chilli Crab Sauce and Italian-Asian Tuna Salsa with Prawn Crackers. The Sakura Ebi Capellini and 8picurean Tiramisu are also highlights. The degustation menu is priced at $72 (S$98)+ per head.
Chef Gabriel’s vision for 8picure is to offer an intimate dining experience that balances personal touch with the ability to host small dining parties. “I most enjoyed cooking for small groups at home, but I also wanted to cook for more people,” he said. The restaurant’s name, 8picure, reflects this fusion of epicurean delight and Chinese heritage.
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