After an outing at Oumi, I always know that I will be back again because I totally love the robust yet balanced flavours here, unique renditions of Japanese Kappo cuisine and the wonderful inclusion of homegrown herbs and flowers into the dishes for that beautiful dash of excitement. So here I am again, ready to be spellbound another time.
And yes, at here, I’m taken on a lovely exciting gastronomic trip again through the gardens, the farms and the seas. The dishes of the 6-course dinner all wow me over with their unique, robust, harmonious tastes. And I love it that herbs are added to introduce that hint of vegetal freshness that lifts up the whole taste.
The view through the full panel windows, overlooking the Marina Barrage, is breathtaking, especially at night. The interior is of modern classy style, peppered with Japanese influences, which kind of reflects what the cuisine here is about. The sky garden here is so beautiful, spanning over a huge area, perfect for a leisurely stroll before or after meal.
Service here is wonderful and professional. With all these elements in the right place, Oumi is definitely a must-visit. And I look forward to be back again!
The first dish of Japanese Tomato sandwiched with Miso Cheese, topped with fennel and submerged in wasabi sauce, is bursting with harmonised, perfectly balanced flavours. The refreshing tangy, sweet tomato juxtaposes so excellently with the creamy, savoury cheese, adding full bodiness and a touch of lux to the taste of tomato. The wasabi adds the hint of excitement and fennel adds the complexity to the overall taste. An excellent start.
Toro Tataki feasures flavours of the sea with a amazing creaminess at its core due to the creamy Bluefin Tuna Belly. This creaminess is what makes the taste so magical and exciting, enhanced by the lovely aroma of char of the lightly grilled surface of the tuna. This is wow at first bite. The crunchy Tosaka seaweed adds on a good texture to the melt-in-your-mouth tuna. Myoga and Roselle Hibiscus subtly brighten up the taste. One of the best Toro Tataki!
Foie Gras Monaka have the umami and intense creaminess of foie gras is beautifully cut through by the herbaceous pungency of Shiso to create a well-rounded taste that wows the palates. Pickled Daikon adds to the complexity and texture. One of the few Foie Gras dishes that is actually pretty light on the palates 👍
Kani Chawamushi is packed with Spanner Crab that showcases a lovely briny sweetness with a soft nice hint of bitterness. Japanese White Corn adds a nice crunchiness. The warm earthy goodness of Local-Grown Yanagi Matsutake Mushrooms elevates the taste of the silky smooth Egg Custard. So comforting in taste.
Buta Kashira is the most tender pork, It is so meaty sweet and perfectly grilled with a layer of char for well-balanced taste. The sweet pineapple glaze brushed on top is that lovely suprise. Grilled Maitake Mushrooms makes it even better with slight earthy bitterness for a multifaceted taste. House-Grown Fame Flower and Mountain Caviar introduce specks of excitement.
Matcha Oshiruko has earthy sweet red bean ice-cream matching so well with the clear bitterness of Matcha Konnayaku. The zest of Yuzu Crumble perks things up. Another highight is the excellent varied texture of the different compnents of teh dessert.
Thoughts: Truly the Garden of Gastronomy!
88 Market Street #51-01
