One of numerous restaurants lining the Singapore River, Hot Stones Steak and Seafood Restaurant is centred around the concept of cooking fresh meats and seafood on volcanic stone slabs. Besides sealing in the meat’s natural juices, this do-it-yourself meal provides a novel challenge to diners to get the doneness of their food just right.

Meat lovers would do well to order the wagyu ribeye and the US Kurobuta pork—both featuring generous servings of thick-cut meats that are succulent and tender. Those who prefer seafood will be equally delighted with the supreme seafood platter that comes with fresh shrimp, scallops, salmon, tuna and cod. Even without any marinades, the flavour of these dishes are all remarkably pleasant. If the sizzling sound of your meat cooking and the mouth-watering taste of these treats are not enough to satisfy your hunger, then look to the list of side dishes, soups and pastas.

Since no meal is complete without dessert, be sure to try the dark chocolate tart. It is rich without being cloying and provides a sweet ending to a very tasty affair.