Zouk opens French restaurant The Plump Frenchman in Bugis with dishes from $13
Led by the former Executive Chef of a two-Michelin-starred French restaurant in Singapore
Zouk Group is going French with its latest culinary venture, The Plump Frenchman, set to open on June 16 in Bugis this year. This 70-seater brasserie in Guoco Midtown marks the nightlife brand's first foray into French cuisine – it has previously helmed other F&B concepts like Korio, Here Kitty Kitty, RedTail, and others.
The new bistro is headed by acclaimed chef Lorenz Hoja, who is most known for his stint as Executive Chef at the now-defunct L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon Singapore. In his time there, Hoja led the restaurant to clinch two Michelin stars in 2016 and 2017.
With The Plump Frenchman, he's flipping the script on French dining, moving away from fine to fun French comfort food at wallet-friendly prices. 'We're bringing back the joy of slow meals, shared plates, and dishes made with real heart,' says Hoja.
Photograph: The Plump Frenchman
Expect rustic bistro classics like chipirons ($16) – baby squid stuffed with chorizo and herbs – and comforting bowls of onion soup ($18). The standout demi poulet rôtisserie ($17) sees slow-roasted chicken paired with sriracha and house-made pickles. Those looking for value can opt for the lunch and dinner sets, which range from $25 for a two-course set to $47 for four courses.
Find out more about The Plump Frenchman here.
The Plump Frenchman opens on June 16 at 20 Tan Quee Lan St, Guoco Midtown II, #01-20, Singapore 188107.
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