With National Day around the corner, many of us are clamouring to catch a free glimpse of the NDP rehearsal and preview fireworks – which means that the usual fireworks-gazing spots in town are now extra packed over these few weekends. Cue camping an hour in advance just to snag a good spot, as you try to fight off boredom and hunger by munching on convenience store snacks as you wait.
But we’ll let you in on a little secret: skip all that fuss and discomfort while still enjoying a good eyeful of the spectacle with a sumptuous satay buffet at Meh’r by Inderpal, helmed by MasterChef Singapore Season 4 winner Inderpal Singh. Named after his daughter, the restaurant doles out modern dishes inspired by Chef Inderpal’s favourite Southeast Asian flavours, from local to Indian and Thai, among others.
Don’t expect the standard satay that you’d find at your neighbourhood hawker centre. This $58 all-you-can-eat feast at Meh’r by Inderpal will have you devouring skewers in the following reinvented flavours, served with ketupat:
- Chicken satay, marinated overnight
- Beef satay, made using a four-generation recipe
- Tandoori lamb satay
- Iberico babi pongteh pork satay
- Chayote lemak chilli padi (vegetarian)
Dunk these in the cashew sauce, an addictive spicy blend that is Chef Inderpal’s elevated rendition of the traditional peanut sauce. Pair these with beer and G&Ts at just $8 per glass for a winning combination.
When we visited on June 28, Chef Inderpal himself was stationed at the satay grill, so this is a rare chance to watch the MasterChef in action. We especially love the pork and beef versions for how flavour-packed and tender they are, and while some might typically veer away from lamb for its gaminess, Meh’r’s tandoori lamb satay is a must-try.
TIME OUT TIP Refer to our NDP fireworks schedule guide so you can time your toilet breaks accordingly, with buffer time to spare. While the main fireworks display usually starts at around 8.15pm, there will also be smaller bursts of pyrotechnics before that throughout the evening.
TIME OUT TIP #2 Although the main restaurant is within an enclosed air-conditioned area, those having the satay buffet will be seated at the casual open-air rooftop deck. Wear light and loose fabrics for better comfort while dining, and stay away from anything long-sleeved.
Meh'r by Inderpal is located at 42 South Bridge Road, #05-01. The satay buffet runs every Saturday evening until August 9 (inclusive), with each seating lasting 90 minutes. Find out more and make your booking here. The restaurant is a five-minute walk from Clarke Quay MRT station, and you can refer to this video if you need help on locating the entrance. Hint: look out for the yellow door in the back alley.
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