This June, CLOVE at Swissôtel The Stamford invites diners to crack into one of Singapore’s most ambitious dinner buffet to date. Lobster & Beer Fest, running from 5 to 22 June, is a luxurious dinner buffet celebrating the king of crustaceans in a dozen mouthwatering ways all paired with refreshingly chilled free-flow Paulaner beer.
At the heart of this celebration is Director of Culinary Chef Vijay, affectionately regarded as Singapore’s King of Lobster. Throughout his storied career, he has returned time and again to this prized crustacean, reimagining it across cuisines. Now, he presents his most extravagant lobster showcase yet.
A Festival That Starts with a Statement
From the moment guests arrive, it’s clear this is no ordinary buffet. A massive lobster sculpture marks the entrance, followed by a striking five-tier lobster tower that anchors the buffet both irresistible for cameras and appetites alike.
The buffet experience begins with two timeless favourites: a refreshing Lobster Cocktail and a rich, deeply comforting Lobster Bisque – the perfect way to start the evening. At the Seafood on Ice counter, Maine Lobster is served alongside fresh oysters, scallops, prawns and mud crab. The Japanese section features a Lobster Sushi Roll prepared à la minute, complemented by an array of sashimi and maki.
12 Lobster Creations from East to West
The heart of the festival lies at the live cooking stations, where chefs plate up East-meets-West renditions of lobster with dramatic flair. Highlights include:
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Saffron Lobster Risotto, made to order with Parmesan and fresh herbs.
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Lobster Thermidor, bubbling with Emmental cheese and tarragon
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Lobster Bouillabaisse, a rustic Provençal seafood stew reimagined with lobster
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CLOVE’s Swiss Raclette Station, melting cheese over potatoes, sausage and pickles
Carnivores are also well-fed with a carving station offering Roast Angus Beef, Lamb Leg, Ham, and Locally Sourced Barramundi.
The Local Selection is where Chef Vijay’s roots shine. A proud Malaysian, Chef brings his heritage to life with a bold reinterpretation of Kam Heong Lobster – a dish traditionally made with crab. Here, he uses lobster to elevate the experience, wok-tossing it in a heady blend of dried shrimp, curry leaves, garlic, shallots, and black pepper for a rich, spicy-savoury result that’s unmistakably Malaysian. Other wok-fried favourites include Singapore Chilli Lobster and a fiery sichuan style Mala Lobster.Another local highlight is the Lobster Laksa, made with laksa leaves grown onsite at the hotel’s Aquaponics Farm. This deeply aromatic dish is full of local character and fragrance, offering a Singaporean classic elevated with fresh lobster.
More Than Just Lobster
Beyond the crustacean creativity, the buffet offers an array of vibrant accompaniments. The Vitality Salad Bar includes aquaponics-grown greens and an array of vibrant toppings and house-made dressings. There’s also a curated Cheese Selection, a full Indian Spread of Biryani, Chicken Curry, Dal, and Naan, and an impressive Bakery Corner with fresh breads, soft rolls and flavoured butters.
A Sweet Finish
Dessert is a showstopper in its own right. Prepared by the hotel’s award-winning pastry team, guests can end their meal with Swiss Chocolate Cake, Burnt Cheesecake, Tropical Fruits, Peranakan Kuehs, Macarons, and an Ice Cream and Sorbet Station with all the condiments.
A Buffet Worth Raising a Glass To
Priced at $118++ per adult for weekday dinners and $128++ on Fridays, Saturdays and the eve of public holidays, including free-flow Paulaner beer, CLOVE’s Lobster & Beer Fest is one of the city’s most decadent yet best-value lobster experiences. Children dine at 50% off the adult price. The buffet is diverse, playful, and packed with flavour — a celebration of lobster like Singapore has never seen before.
With an unmatched spread, bold international flavours, and culinary theatre at every turn, this is not just a buffet — it’s Singapore’s ultimate lobster celebration.
