Over 150 bottles of champagne were popped, while 48 chefs crafted 6,850 canapés featuring 2.6kg of caviar and other luxurious ingredients
Raffles Sentosa Singapore, the country’s first all-villa resort nestled within 100,000 square metres of lush tropical greenery, commemorated its grand opening with a spectacular celebration on Saturday, 17 May 2025. Hosted by The Royal Group, the exclusive event welcomed more than 500 distinguished guests from Singapore’s business and diplomatic circles for an immersive evening that highlighted the resort’s exceptional dining and event offerings.
The evening began with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the resort entrance at 5:00pm, commemorating the grand opening of Raffles Sentosa Singapore. Guests were then invited on a curated journey through the property, experiencing first-hand the elegance of the resort’s lush tropical gardens, its five distinct dining destinations, and spectacular event spaces.
An Odyssey of Taste and Elegance
From arrival, guests were welcomed in Raffles Room with the resort’s signature Sentosa Sling, a refreshing twist on the Singapore classic made with lemons grown in the resort’s gardens, before embarking on a progressive culinary adventure across the resort. Highlights included:
- Royal China, the resort’s refined Cantonese restaurant, where over 1,400 pieces of its signature Royal Peking Duck were served alongside 40kg of Honey-glazed Kurobuta Pork and 25kg of Roasted Pork Belly.
- IYASAKA by Hashida, the resort’s omakase-style Japanese restaurant, offered a contemplative tasting of seasonal delicacies like Hotaru Ika (firefly squid) and caviar served atop soft taco shells made from buckwheat flour.
- Empire Grill, the resort’s signature modern Italian dining venue, delivered an elevated canapé experience crafted by 48 chefs over 26 hours.
In total, 6,850 canapés were served, using over 2.6kg of caviar among other premium ingredients, complemented by a celebratory 150 bottles of champagne and more than 500 Sentosa Slings.
The main event was held in Raffles Ballroom, a spectacular space with capacity for 400 banquet guests or 600 for standing events. Lavishly transformed for the evening, the ballroom featured food stations from each restaurant and a lineup of live performances, including soprano Seia Lee, jazz vocalist Alemay Fernandez with her band, and a roving performance by renowned Erhu soloist Calista Liaw.
Guests also toured the resort’s two grand ballrooms, each adorned with bespoke Lasvit chandeliers inspired by Singapore orchids, reaffirming Raffles Sentosa Singapore as a premier venue for prestigious occasions.
A New Benchmark for Celebrations
Designed for discerning travellers and curated events, Raffles Sentosa Singapore offers an unparalleled sense of privacy and personalised service. With villas starting from 211 sqm, each featuring its own private pool and terrace, and complemented by world-class dining, the resort sets a new benchmark for luxury hospitality in Singapore.
Welcome Home Experience
In celebration of the Grand Opening, guests are invited to enjoy the resort’s Welcome Home experience—a luxurious stay package including private roundtrip transfers, daily breakfast for two at Empire Grill, and a complimentary Sentosa Sling.
This exclusive offer is valid for bookings made before 31 October 2025 for stays through 30 November 2025, with rates starting from S$1,398 per villa per night, subject to 10% service charge and prevailing government tax.
For more information on Raffles Sentosa Singapore or to make a reservation, visit www.raffles.com/sentosa.
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