Tel: (65) 6734 2700
The close proximity of this hidden jewel from my apartment has finally compelled me to make my way down the stairs for a Sunday brunch. The Marmalade Pantry’s motto “good things to eat” has neatly sum up my brunch experience at the open café nestled in the atrium of Palais Renaissance. The modern and minimalist design by Albano Daminato created an airy, bright and cosy open space dining experience for the Sunday brunch goers. Imagine modern wooden furnishings, milk chocolate leather sofa, beige wood table, oatmeal hand-glazed tiles and designer chairs – what a simple yet charming combination for a gentle lazy Sunday wake up call. The crowd was vastly different from PS Café which tends to attract a lot of young families with toddlers and prams and making it a more vibrant (or noisy – depending how you look at it) atmosphere.
The sign of an Illy coffee bean grinder was comforting to see, and I immediately ordered a cup of latte without hesitation. The coffee was nice but still not on par with Melbourne. I leisurely flipped through Harpers Bazar and Vogue (I can never understand cafes which does not have their own newspaper and magazine racks) while sipping my latte. The service was standard but the extra credit goes towards the waiter who was both witty and cheerful. 
The french toast with caramelised apples fig & honey ice cream was heavenly. I have never remembered having such a delicious french toast before. It was think, crispy yet soft, and was totally scrumptiously sinful when drizzled with maple syrup and matched with figs and ice cream. It was so nice that I wanted to order another one! Verdict: Lovely and cosy open space surroundings with piles of magazines for your leisure readings. Illy coffees and an interesting all day brunch menu. Definitely an excellent Sunday brunch with a very reasonable price tag. Must try the cupcakes from their pantry (recipes from the New York cupcake queen, Joanna Corsaro) – Cloud 9, Limonata, Chocolate Deluxe and Elvis – take your pick!
Bill: French toast SGD$11++ and Coffee SGD$5++.
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