Cocobolo Poolside Bar & Grill, Park Hotel Clarke Quay
As it turns out, I don't actually have a breather. What I thought was a little breathing space turned out to be additional work within the same limited time constrains. And it doesn't help that my firm had a company trip to Phuket, which was such a disruption to my timelines. I'm actually regretting (a little) that I extended the trip by a couple of days (coz I've got so much work), but free wifi is a lifesaver. I got to do work all the way from Phuket. Ah well, working by the pool in the sun is infinitely better than slogging in the office. I think, everyone should have this option of working every once a while. It's awesome.
We attended a good friend's birthday party at Cocobolo Poolside Bar & Grill at Park Hotel recently. A tip is to wear anything breezy, light and thin, Singapore's humidity is just not great for any alfresco meals. Also, go there only an hour after sunset so the heat has time to dissipate from the ground.
The barbecue buffet ($48++) is decidedly limited but they do good, simple, uncomplicated stuff. Nothing too fancy but they were fresh. Credit definitely has to go to the grill maestro, who produced extremely well-executed barbecues. Everything produced on the grill remained juicy and moist, and glazed with a delightful smoky charring. While they also had some fillers and desserts that were pretty alright, I say just concentrate on the grilled stuff.
One thing we really loved, but didn't manage to get a picture of, was the Cream of Mushroom Soup. It was delicious. Creamy, earthy and chunky, this comfort soup was one of the best things on the menu.
I don't usually like lamb, but these Lamb Chops were fresh, not gamey and well-marinated so the rosemary-centered herb seasoning complemented the strong flavours of the meat.
A selection of western-styled condiments to flavour the meats and seafood, should you require more flavour.
The juicy Steaks were done to a perfect medium well finish, lightly seasoned with pepper and salt so the focus was on the full-bodiedness of the red meats.
We all loved the plump and sweet Buttered Prawns, it was just too bad they weren't shelled
The Sausages were all yummy, totally delish and succulent.
The Fish fillets were a bit tasteless, despite the chili and onions layered in between the banana leaves with the fish, but very moist. Also, the Chinese-styled grilled chicken were also very good but i didn't manage to take a picture of that.
There were also cooked veggies, namely Zucchini, of the green and yellow varieties, Corn, and Pineapples, sweet and juicy.
The Cheesy Cauliflower and Broccoli was pretty commendable, not too creamy and still crunchy.
Then there are the carbs and fillers, Baked Potato, soft and mushy.
The Roasted Red Skin Potato with Olive Oil and Herbs was served chilled for a refreshing but substantial salad.
Onto the salads, beginning with the Classic American Coleslaw, crunchy and refreshing and topped with blueberries and strawberries for a sweet tang.
The obligatory Toss-Your-Own-Salad Bar.
The Vegetable Achar served as a piquant appetizer.
Though I wasn't a fan of the Fruit Salad, the salad sauce was admittedly not too rich.
Then there was the decidedly limited dessert station, Creme Brulee that wasn't too bad.
Freshly Cut Fruits
The Cheesecakes, Mousse Cakes, and Jello section.
The Pear Tart needed a higher pear to pie crust ratio.
Cocobolo Poolside Bar & Grill
Park Hotel Clarke Quay 2nd Floor
1 Unity Street
Tel: 6593 8855
Opens Sundays to Thursdays from 11am to 7pm
Fridays and Saturdays from 11am to 10.30pm
We attended a good friend's birthday party at Cocobolo Poolside Bar & Grill at Park Hotel recently. A tip is to wear anything breezy, light and thin, Singapore's humidity is just not great for any alfresco meals. Also, go there only an hour after sunset so the heat has time to dissipate from the ground.
The barbecue buffet ($48++) is decidedly limited but they do good, simple, uncomplicated stuff. Nothing too fancy but they were fresh. Credit definitely has to go to the grill maestro, who produced extremely well-executed barbecues. Everything produced on the grill remained juicy and moist, and glazed with a delightful smoky charring. While they also had some fillers and desserts that were pretty alright, I say just concentrate on the grilled stuff.
One thing we really loved, but didn't manage to get a picture of, was the Cream of Mushroom Soup. It was delicious. Creamy, earthy and chunky, this comfort soup was one of the best things on the menu.
I don't usually like lamb, but these Lamb Chops were fresh, not gamey and well-marinated so the rosemary-centered herb seasoning complemented the strong flavours of the meat.
A selection of western-styled condiments to flavour the meats and seafood, should you require more flavour.
The juicy Steaks were done to a perfect medium well finish, lightly seasoned with pepper and salt so the focus was on the full-bodiedness of the red meats.
We all loved the plump and sweet Buttered Prawns, it was just too bad they weren't shelled
The Sausages were all yummy, totally delish and succulent.
The Fish fillets were a bit tasteless, despite the chili and onions layered in between the banana leaves with the fish, but very moist. Also, the Chinese-styled grilled chicken were also very good but i didn't manage to take a picture of that.
There were also cooked veggies, namely Zucchini, of the green and yellow varieties, Corn, and Pineapples, sweet and juicy.
The Cheesy Cauliflower and Broccoli was pretty commendable, not too creamy and still crunchy.
Then there are the carbs and fillers, Baked Potato, soft and mushy.
The Roasted Red Skin Potato with Olive Oil and Herbs was served chilled for a refreshing but substantial salad.
Onto the salads, beginning with the Classic American Coleslaw, crunchy and refreshing and topped with blueberries and strawberries for a sweet tang.
The obligatory Toss-Your-Own-Salad Bar.
The Vegetable Achar served as a piquant appetizer.
Though I wasn't a fan of the Fruit Salad, the salad sauce was admittedly not too rich.
Then there was the decidedly limited dessert station, Creme Brulee that wasn't too bad.
Freshly Cut Fruits
The Cheesecakes, Mousse Cakes, and Jello section.
The Pear Tart needed a higher pear to pie crust ratio.
Cocobolo Poolside Bar & Grill
Park Hotel Clarke Quay 2nd Floor
1 Unity Street
Tel: 6593 8855
Opens Sundays to Thursdays from 11am to 7pm
Fridays and Saturdays from 11am to 10.30pm
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