A Feast for Family

At Gain City’s in-house restaurants, good food is about bringing people together. Executive Chef Jeffrey Chua presents a comforting roasted chicken inspired by the flavours his parents enjoy, while Sous Chef Ken Ng adds a punch of bold flavour with his Sambal Prawn Bostador. From tender, buttery chicken to prawns tossed in fragrant sambal, these dishes show how simple ingredients can create something special for the family table.

Chef Jeffrey Chua     Gain City

Why did you choose this dish for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day?

My parents love chicken rice, so I wanted to create something familiar but a little different. This roasted chicken brings the same comforting flavours in a Western style. When I cooked it for them, they really enjoyed it, so I felt it would also be a great dish for families celebrating their parents.

For people who do not cook often, what is one easy tip to make a special meal for their parents at home?

This is a very beginner-friendly dish. There is not much preparation needed. You simply marinate the chicken and let the oven do the work. The butter and herbs add plenty of flavour, so even someone who does not cook often can prepare a delicious meal for the whole family.

If someone is not confident cooking, why should they bring their parents to enjoy this special at the Gain City restaurant or café instead?

At the restaurant, you can enjoy the roasted chicken prepared by our chefs. It is tasty, juicy, and cooked to a consistent standard. You get the quality of a hotel-style dish at a café price, so families can simply relax and enjoy a special meal together.

Find out more on the recipe:

Roasted Chicken, Cooking Time:50 mins to 1 hour

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Sous Chef Ken Ng  Gain City

Why did you choose Sambal Prawn Bostador for this special?

I chose this dish because my parents love bold and spicy flavors, especially sambal dishes. Growing up, sambal was always part of our family meals. For Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, I wanted to create something that feels comforting and familiar but still special. The prawn add a slightly more premium touch, making it a nice dish for families to celebrate together.

What is one tip for home cooks preparing this dish?

My tip is to keep things simple and focus on good ingredients. You do not need many steps to make a delicious dish. Fresh prawns, garlic, onions, and a good sambal can already create a very flavourful meal. Cook with care and do not overcomplicate the process.

If someone prefers to dine out instead, why should they try this dish at Gain City?

Taking your parents out for a meal is another great way to celebrate. At the Gain City restaurant, we prepare the dishes carefully using qualityingredients and balanced flavours. Families can simply relax, enjoy good food together, and spend meaningful time with their family.

Find out more on the recipe:

Sambal Prawn Boastador, Cooking Time; ABout 10 mins

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