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[Invited Tasting & Revisit] Checkers Brasserie Ala Carte Sunday Champagne Brunch

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Over the past year, Hilton Hotel has surreptitiously overhauled its dining options. First, they unveiled il Cielo, a contemporary romantic Italian restaurant serving fresh organic produce picturesquely placed at the poolside. Then, they added to their stable, the very celebrated world-renowned Iggy's. And now, to capitalise on our love affair with brunch eggs, they've launched their all-new Ala Carte Sunday Champagne Brunch at Checkers Brasserie , a semi ala carte buffet with a strong Italian slant. I was invited one Sunday afternoon to sample their brunch and enjoyed myself immensely. The buffet selection here may be considered limited, but just about everything was delicious and above-par. Just think of Hilton's Sunday Brunch as the boutique hotel to the big-name chain resorts. A little exclusive, a little edgy, but a lot luxurious. The Hubs and I returned for a revisit, as per S.O.P. of all invited tastings, and we found brunch ($80++ without alcohol but