Labyrinth Singapore Unveils New Menu Celebrating Local Heritage

Marking a decade of excellence, Chef Han Li Guang’s Labyrinth has taken a bold step forward in 2024 with a refreshed menu that delves deep into Singapore’s culinary history. This Michelin-starred restaurant, located at Esplanade Mall, is renowned for its innovative approach to heritage cuisine, blending traditional flavours with contemporary techniques to create truly unique dining experiences.

Rediscovering Singapore’s Heritage Dishes

Labyrinth’s new menu is a tribute to the fading and forgotten dishes of Singapore’s culinary past. Chef Han and his team have meticulously researched these recipes, engaging with local ‘custodians’ to understand the original flavours. The result is a menu that celebrates Singapore’s rich food history while adding a playful, modern twist that is quintessentially Labyrinth.

One standout dish is the Wartime Rojak, inspired by a 1940s cookbook. This reimagined Asian salad features salt-baked beetroot, refreshing cucumber granite, and pineapple, topped with herbs and a sambal tomat for a sweet and savoury flavour profile.

Iconic Hawker Dishes, Elevated

Labyrinth’s signature approach to Singapore’s beloved street food continues with dishes like Char Kway Teow and Laksa Siglap. The Char Kway Teow reinvents the traditional noodle dish with seabass fish maw in place of rice noodles, adding an umami depth with homemade oyster sauce and a touch of abalone liver. Meanwhile, Laksa Siglap features a velvety fish stock broth, enriched with coconut milk, tamarind, and rempah, offering a rich symphony of flavours that honour this classic.

A Culinary Journey of Flavour and Technique

Chef Han’s vision for Labyrinth goes beyond mere recreation. Each dish is a carefully crafted experience that honours its roots while embracing contemporary culinary methods. From the playful Ramly Burger—a mini bite that elevates the pasar malam favourite with aburi rump steak and cheddar cheese—to the exquisite Cereal Prawn Ice Cream, where oatmeal ice cream is paired with salted egg foam, each dish offers a delightful blend of tradition and innovation.

A Toast to the Future of Singaporean Cuisine

As Labyrinth enters its next chapter, Chef Han and his team are committed to pushing the boundaries of Singaporean cuisine, exploring new ways to celebrate local produce and heritage dishes. With a focus on sustainability and storytelling, Labyrinth continues to be a trailblazer in the fine dining scene, offering an experience that tantalises the palate and engages the mind.

Join Labyrinth on this exciting journey through Singapore’s culinary past and present. For reservations and more information, visit www.restaurantlabyrinth.com or call +65 9686 8789.

Experience the artistry of heritage cuisine reimagined at Labyrinth, where history and innovation meet on every plate.