The bright and cheery vibe of Bubbles & Bites welcomes any passer-by to relax, have a bite and a drink or two before continuing their day (or night) at the Highlands. This casual diner’s main draw is the selection of Western dishes that, while may look familiar, is executed well thanks to their use of locally sourced ingredients and house-made breads and pastas. There’s also a selection of beer, juices, sparkling wines, and New and Old World wines that you can grab from the refrigerated shelves.
The food here is all about comfort and familiarity – think salads, pastas, pizzas, soups, burgers and sandwiches, along with other hearty meals. For those who need their hunger pangs quashed, the slow-braised lamb shank ticks all the right boxes with its rich gravy, generous portions and well cooked shank; the Spaghetti Aglio-Olio Pepperoncino, on the other hand, works as a light meal that can be topped up with other ingredients like seafood, mushrooms, turkey ham, olives and sundried tomatoes to make it more substantial.
Those looking for a lighter, carb-free meal will be drawn to the salad bar, which allows you to create your own salads with a selection of greens picked from Genting’s own farms – or you can opt to indulge in a Caesar Salad or a warm salad with poached egg, wild mushroom, mascarpone and tomatoes. Their signature ‘Simply Fresh’ Hamburger is also worth a try if you’re hungry enough to crush a 200g burger patty made with ground beef and wagyu lard. If all that isn’t enough, there’s also a small selection of desserts worth saving room for: we recommend the tiramisu, which comes in a large slice that doesn’t hold back on the mascarpone and the soaked ladyfingers.