Spice up your culinary adventures with Citi Gourmet Pleasures

Spicy food is a big part of Singaporean cuisine. From the popular chilli crab to the tangy chilli sauce served with chicken rice, spice is deeply woven into the local food culture. 

In recent years, a new wave of spicy dishes has captivated local tastebuds. Drawing from the rich traditions of Chinese cuisines, these fiery delights have swiftly become mealtime favourites.

For those craving a meal with a generous dose of heat, Citi Gourmet Pleasures offers special dining deals at select restaurants to satisfy your fix. 

TANYU

The widespread appeal of Chongqing grilled fish can be attributed to chains such as TANYU, whose rapid expansion has made this sizzling fish more accessible. 

TANYU’s signature grilled fish with fresh green pepper is the dish that keeps diners returning. A whole limbo fish – a type of catfish – is topped with numbing Sichuan green peppercorns and sliced green chillies, all cooked in a spicy, mouth-watering sauce.

Complement this dish with other Sichuan highlights from TANYU’s menu, including an array of barbecue skewers featuring beef, lamb, chicken and pork.

Citi cardmembers enjoy two complimentary BBQ skewer selections with a minimum spend of S$80. This offer is updated quarterly – a new promotion will be unveiled on Oct 1.*

BEAUTY IN THE POT

Mala soup bases, known for their numbing profile, have become a staple at hotpot joints, aligning with the broader rise of Sichuan cuisine over the past decade. The most authentic versions of this broth use beef tallow (rendered beef fat) instead of the more common vegetable oil. 

Savour the real deal at Beauty in The Pot with its spicy beef tallow broth. If you prefer a milder kick, go for the spicy nourishing broth, one of the restaurant’s signature options. This broth stands out by balancing Sichuan chilli oil with a mix of nutritious Chinese herbs including ginseng, dang gui (radix angelicae sinensis) and dang shen (radix codonopsis). Complete the hotpot experience with a serving of the assorted pork platter, showcasing various cuts such as US kurobuta pork and Spanish pork collar.

With a minimum spend of S$60, Citi cardmembers enjoy 50 per cent off the assorted pork platter.*

LAO BEIJING

Sichuan mala chicken combines the best of both worlds – numbing mala spice and deliciously seasoned fried chicken. Tuck into this dish at Lao Beijing, where its rendition, firecracker chicken nest, is a crowd favourite.

Deep-fried diced chicken is stir-fried with a piquant medley of dried red chillies and peppercorns, delivering a satisfying tongue-tingling heat. Soothe the burn with a dollop of mango puree, served alongside. 

Citi cardmembers benefit from S$6 off every S$60 spent, with total discounts capped at S$60.* 

WHITE RESTAURANT

Mala’s influence has made its way into hawker classics, such as the famed white beehoon from White Restaurant. Its mala white beehoon, first launched as a limited edition in 2019, has become a permanent menu item since 2022 due to high demand. 

The essence of this dish lies in its fragrant Sichuan mala spice blend, deeply infused into a rich broth that’s slow cooked for eight hours. Every toss and stir ensures each strand of beehoon is perfectly coated, melding bold Sichuanese flavours with the delicate taste of seafood to create a rich and layered culinary experience. 

Citi cardmembers can look forward to a S$10 return voucher with any spend.*

DIN TAI FUNG

Din Tai Fung, renowned for its soup dumplings and fried rice, puts a unique spin on the classic Singaporean chilli crab with its steamed chilli crab and pork buns. Pillowy-soft buns are filled with crab meat and juicy pork, soaked in a chilli crab-based broth that delivers sweet, savoury and fiery notes in every bite. 

The bun’s airy texture is achieved using lao mian (traditional sourdough), with each steamed bun meticulously handcrafted with the establishment’s distinctive 22 intricate folds.

Enjoy a 10 per cent discount on selected snacks and steamed buns, exclusively for Citi cardmembers.* 

DIAN XIAO ER

Fish head curry is an iconic Singapore dish, known for its aromatic combination of flavours. Its fusion of Indian spices and Chinese flavour profiles has inspired numerous eateries, including Dian Xiao Er, to craft their own interpretations.

The restaurant’s claypot fish curry features a succulent fish tail accompanied by assorted vegetables. To date, over 26,000 servings of this dish have been sold. For those looking to recreate the dish at home, Dian Xiao Er has launched a take-home curry fish sauce pack.

Citi cardmembers are in for a treat with a 1-for-1 soup of the day offer, available with a minimum spend of S$75.*

CHEN’S

Mapo tofu (beancurd with minced meat and peppercorns), with its tongue-searing yet soothing warmth, is one of the most beloved dishes in Sichuan cuisine. 

Chen’s, the sister concept to the Michelin-starred Shisen Hanten by Chef Kentaro, excels in delivering this classic dish while also championing the chuka ryori concept. For the uninitiated, chuka ryori is a cuisine that blends Chinese flavours with Japanese influences. 

Chen’s signature combo set offers a half portion of Japanese-fusion mapo don, featuring Hokkaido rice topped with soft tofu simmered in miso paste and Sichuan spices, alongside moreish dan dan mien. 

The dan dan mien recipe traces its roots to Chef Kentaro’s family, incorporating springy ramen noodles with a flavourful base, as an ode to his grandmother’s love for ramen and miso soup. Diners can enjoy their dan dan mien served in a nutty, spicy mala broth or tossed in a peanut sauce and topped with fragrant minced meat.

Citi cardmembers can save 15 per cent on their total bill with a minimum spend of S$32.*

Make the most of these exclusive dining discounts with Citi cards and savour the fiery heat of mala spices, the comforting richness of curry and the delicate balance of fusion flavours that reflect Singapore’s diverse culinary landscape.

Don’t have a Citi card yet? Sign up for the Citi Cash Back Card and enjoy a welcome gift of S$300 cashback* upon successful application.

Explore a variety of Chinese cuisine deals and more with Citi Gourmet Pleasures.  

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