Authentic Spanish restaurant, Don Quijote was launched at the buzzing Dempsey enclave last month. Its first outlet in Bukit Timah was opened two years ago, but needing more space for their growing number of customers, the owners decided to take this expansive space located in Block 7.

The cream of pumpkin and leek is a hearty start to the meal, but if you prefer something lighter, opt for the cold gazpacho. There is a host of well executed tapas to bite into including the garlic fried shrimps; tender cubes of beef cheeks; garlic fried mixed mushrooms; and pimentos del piquillo – tuna stuffed in juicy red ‘piquillo’ peppers. Perfect when paired with chilled red or white sangria. Robust dishes great for sharing include the oxtail stew with carrots and chickpeas. The large chunks of meat are cooked for six hours until they are fork tender, and bathed in a deliciously thick gravy. One of the restaurant’s highlights is the Paella Especial, cooked al dente and brimming with clams, prawns, mussels, and squid. The restaurant buys market fresh fish every day from different sources around the island, so you are assured of only the freshest catch.

Desserts-wise, the bread and butter pudding is moist, fragrant and irresistible. And the fried milk pudding is crispy on the outside and silky smooth inside. Don Quijote @ Dempsey stocks an extensive range of Spanish wines which the owner sources during his trips to Spain.  This venue is perfect for a night out with friends or a relaxing weekend meal with the family. 7 Dempsey Road, #01-02, Tel: +65 6476 2811, www.don-quijote-restaurants.com, Monday to Thursday 6pm to 10.30pm,
Friday to Sunday, 11.30am to 2.30pm, 6pm to 10.30pm

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