New dining concept, which includes ‘Sundae Royale’ soft-serve parlour, marks acclaimed French Chef’s long-anticipated arrival in Singapore
On 21st November 2025, Chef Paul Pairet, one of the world’s most imaginative culinary minds (and the force behind the three-Michelin-star Ultraviolet in Shanghai), officially made his Singapore debut at WEAVE, Resorts World Sentosa. And he’s kicking things off with two side-by-side concepts: Moutarde and Sundae Royale. Two venues, two moods — but very Pairet. And I had the pleasure of attenting the opening party.
Moutarde: French, But Stripped Back and Soulful
Let’s start with Moutarde, the more serious of the two — but serious in the best, most relaxed way. Think modern Parisian bistro energy: warm lights, clinking glasses, the low hum of weekend chatter, and plates that land on your table with just the right mix of precision and ease.
Pairet calls it “elevating simplicity,” and that’s exactly what it feels like. Bold flavours, meticulous technique, but wrapped in a kind of French casualness that makes you want to stay for hours. Long lunches, midweek dinners that somehow stretch into late-night conversations, plates that feel nostalgic but fresh — it’s all very moi, je ne sais quoi.
And of course, the showpiece: a live carvery station. A full spectacle — whole wood-fired roasted cuts carved right in front of you. Rotating daily, so one day it’s Australian Prime Rib, another it’s New Zealand Lamb Leg, or maybe an XXL Turbot if you’re lucky. The meats sit in a glass-walled maturation room (yes, you can actually see your dinner ageing gracefully) before making their way to the massive wooden carving station. It’s dramatic, a little sexy, and exactly the kind of energy dining out needs more of.
A Menu That Loves Sharing (Honestly, Same)
Moutarde is built for eating together — menus meant to pass around the table, dishes that encourage that effortless “try this” energy. Expect:
- Grilled piquillos, eggs mayonnaise, fresh tarama
- Rustic pâté de campagne and charcuterie
- Perfectly comforting French Onion Soup
- Steak Frites, lamb chops, oxtail soup (a Pairet favourite from Indonesia), grilled seabass, and salmon béarnaise
- A stunning oyster bar featuring Brittany oysters and smoked salmon
Desserts? Oh, they do not play. The Soufflé au Praliné, the dangerously good Real French Toast, soft-serve ice creams, refreshing granités, plus a whole cheese room if that’s your happy place (it’s certainly mine).
A Wine Programme Made for “Just One More Glass”
Pairet partnered with celebrated French sommelier Xavier Thuizat (Best Sommelier of France 2022) to craft an accessible, joyful wine list. Think: discoveries rather than intimidation, gems without pretension, and a very fun wine-tap wall so you can order by the carafe.
Sundae Royale: A Sweet Little Fever Dream
Now to the second venue: Sundae Royale, Pairet’s playful, nostalgic ice-cream bar right next door. If Moutarde is where you linger, Sundae Royale is where you go to smile. This is soft-serve, but make it haute. Everything is made in-house — the mixes, the toppings, the Chantilly — all crafted with Pairet’s signature precision.
Expect:
- Simple sundaes
- Sundaes Liégeois (with house-made Chantilly)
- Sundaes Crunch
- Caramel-Butter-Soy ice cream
- Pistachio-Cherry sundaes
- Mango-Raspberry Melba
- Chocolate Liégeois
- Strawberry Trifle
Plus the legendary Real French Toast and churros made fresh at the counter — warm, fluffy, dusted with sugar, and served with a mini soft-serve. It’s giving retro Paris fairground… but with a Michelin brain behind it. For the café lovers: they also offer coffees, pastries, and viennoiseries if you want something a little less theatrical.
When to Go
Moutarde
• Mon–Thu: Lunch 11:30am–3pm, Dinner 6pm–10pm
• Fri–Sun: Brunch, afternoon service & dinner 11:30am–10pm
Sundae Royale
• Daily: 11:30am–10pm
